Topcon Digi-Star Scale

use these instructions to set up and connect a topcon digi star scale to the before you begin, make sure the scale is properly connected to a mixer so it can collect the data that will be sent to important before you proceed with the recommended configurations below, take a look at your topcon digi star user manual it contains excellent visual illustrations for working with the scale, connecting cables, and navigating the menu and digital display most importantly, it contains instructions for working safely with the electrical equipment ez2810 operators manual https //support scale tec com/portal/api/kbarticles/257166000019206961/locale/en/attachments/755h4720350631e6d444996c26d9b0e7302c0/content?portalid=edbsn30c41d12dc59a66624a359dfabd0aa266f58175a706dc346b85eebeca2f5dd44\&inline=true ez3410 operators manual https //support scale tec com/portal/api/kbarticles/257166000019206953/locale/en/attachments/755h44ce7e7d22e4242a59e167130d94c8a4f/content?portalid=edbsn30c41d12dc59a66624a359dfabd0aa266f58175a706dc346b85eebeca2f5dd44\&inline=true you can also view topcon digi star's troubleshooting tips if you have any issues with the scale itself topcon digi star scale troubleshooting https //www youtube com/watch?v=7cyueuxgyce after reviewing the manual, follow the sections below to verify your scale and setup, configure the required scale settings, connect the scale to the , and calibrate the scale (if needed) supported scales docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv configure scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv required scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv connect the scale to the mobile device docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv connect the scale to the feedcomp app docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv calibrate the scale docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv check the scale setup number docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv first time working with scales? check here before proceeding note if the scale is already installed on the mixer, skip ahead to configure scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv if the scale needs to be replaced, use the instructions in the topcon digi star manuals to mount the new scale, reconnect the wiring, and proceed to configure scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv if a scale is not already mounted and connected to your mixer, complete the hardware installation instructions in the operators manual if you're installing a scale for the first time, it helps to understand how the mixer and scale components connect the mixer has load cells that measure how much weight is on a mixer the mixer's junction box houses all the wiring for the load cells topcon digi star's manual shows how to connect the wires in the junction box the load cell cable connects the mixer's junction box to the scale topcon digi star's manual shows how to connect the load cell cable from the junction box to the scale after installation is complete, return to this page and follow the steps in configure scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv supported scales topcon digi star scale indicator (ez2810 and ez3410) make sure the scale is bluetooth compatible (marked by a on the lower left corner of the scale) if you use trioliet shifttronic products with your scale, contact support at fwsupport\@vas com or 888 225 6753 to ensure that you apply the correct settings for your configuration configure scale settings use the steps below to review or configure the settings on your scale to match the required scale settings correct scale settings are critical for reliable communication between the and your scale if the required settings are not configured correctly, the scale and app can fall out of sync, especially during pause and resume actions this can cause the scale to remain in hold, prevent weights from updating correctly, or result in missed weight during feeding note if you have an indicator with a number pad, you can manually enter each direct access number (dan#) for each parameter in required scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv , then review or configure each setting on your topcon digi star scale, press select repeatedly until the menu is displayed press and hold function until you see the menu choices repeatedly press select to select menu 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 press enter to view the first setting name pay close attention the setting name only displays once check whether the setting is configured to the value listed in required scale settings docid 1mg2kfqvwauaqvnlfozkv if the setting is not configured correctly, press net/gross or select to scroll through the options and press enter to select the correct value the screen automatically displays the next setting if the setting is configured correctly, press enter to review the next setting repeat the steps to review or configure each setting in each menu required scale settings menu 1 parameter name dan# parameter value scale id setup (scalid) 1003 tmr 01 display unit (lb kg) 1008 lb or kg remote input (rminp) 1401 do not set to hold remote input 2 (rminp2) 1411 print do not set to hold menu 2 parameter name dan# parameter value remote (remote) 2001 on scoreboard mode (scorem) 2101 12 front panel zerout (zerofp) 2103 off scoreboard mode 2 (scrm2) 2104 0 (trioliet 11) operation status (opstat) 2111 0 tare auto print (tareap) 2301 on one line print (ilprt) 2302 on print format (prtfmt) 2304 prtac1 remote display (rmdisp) 2401 ez3mux remote terminal (rmterm) 2402 off auto detect remote display (autodrd) 2403 on bar graph mode (bargrp) 2411 off weight graph (wtgrph) 2412 on non digi star display (nondsp) 2417 off menu 3 parameter name dan# parameter value note display count (count) 3001 preferred value ( 01, 02, 05, 1, 2, 5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, or 100) only set this value if you need to change how the scale increments are displayed the scale also uses this value to round the preset amount this setting cannot be changed in the app the topcon display text count setting in the feedcomp app overrides this value see configure the topcon display text count to verify the app setting motion (motion) 3101 0 (off) — menu 4 parameter name dan# parameter value note pre alarm method (p mthd) 4001 weight — pre alarm (p alm) 4002 preferred value if you set this value, a warning is activated when the indicator approaches this value for example, if you set the value to 50 (lbs/kgs), a warning alerts you when 50 (lbs/kgs) are set to be loaded or unloaded preset daily (prtdly) 4006 1 — preset clear on print (prclpt) 4009 on — weight toggle (weitog) 4012 off this setting hides the preset message display after 10% of the target weight has been loaded or unloaded tolerance method (t mthd) 4201 weight if the scale tolerance is 0, the value can be either weight or percent tolerance (toler) 4202 0 — menu 5 parameter name dan# parameter value remote display (rmdppt) 5001 com3 radio port (radprt) 5002 com3 external radio port (exrprt) 5003 com2 printer port (prport) 5005 com3 scoreboard port (scport) 5006 com3 opstat port (opstat) 5007 com1 ddl port (ddlprt) 5009 com2 20ma mirror port (20mamr) 5011 com1 scoreboard 2 port (scr2prt) 5015 com2 (trioliet 1) bluetooth port (blport) 5016 com3 remote display port 2 (rmd2pt) 5018 com3 menu 6 parameter name dan# parameter value auto print (auto print) 6231 off connect the scale to the mobile device after you verify the scale settings, connect the scale to your mobile device via bluetooth on the scale, enter 90022 and press select if the display shows an error message, press the zero button four times, then press on the keypad shows the current bluetooth setting as on or off if bluetooth is off , press the function button to select on , then enter to save the setting open your mobile device's bluetooth settings connect to the scale after it is connected, shut down the app completely and make sure it is cleared from your list of background apps connect the scale to the feedcomp app in the , tap your user icon at the top right of the screen tap settings select the equipment to connect tap connect to scale and select the scale to connect after a scale is connected to your mobile device, the bluetooth icon displays at the top left of each screen in the feedcomp app loader view see set up loader view (beta) docid\ jz7z evo1pfxe8f3dba5w for setup details configure the topcon display text count after connecting the scale to the feedcomp app, verify the topcon display text count setting this setting controls how many times ingredient text scrolls on the scale's display before the weight is shown if this value is set higher than 1 , the display scrolls through the ingredient name multiple times before showing the weight, which can make it appear as though the scale is stuck or not updating ⚠️ important this setting is in the feedcomp app, not on the physical scale it overrides any display parameter configured directly on the scale even if your scale is configured correctly, an incorrect value here will change the display behavior in the feedcomp app, tap your user icon at the top right of the screen tap settings locate the topcon display text count setting verify the value is set to 1 if the value is not 1 , tap the dropdown, select 1 , and tap save 💡 tip if your scale display keeps scrolling ingredient names and does not show the weight, check this setting first a value higher than 1 causes the display to scroll the ingredient text that many times before showing the weight calibrate the scale if you are using a brand new mixer, calibrate the scale to ensure weight measurements are accurate and that ingredients are loaded correctly during feeding to learn how to calibrate the scale or follow the instructions below or watch topcon digi star's video important before calibration, ensure that the mixer is empty and parked on a level surface to perform the steps, a known weight needs to be used do not proceed with known weight calibration unless you have a known weight product that can be used during the calibration process (the more weight, the better) calculations used in calibration calibrate the scale set the topcon digi star scale to zero put the known weight product into the mixer example 5,280 lbs record the scale weight shown on the scale indicator example 2,200 lbs calculate the weight factor by dividing the known weight by the scale weight record this number example 5,280 / 2,200 = 2 4 press select until you see setup, then press function until you see setup the scale displays the setup number do not change anything, just press the on button once the scale displays the current calibration number record this number example 16,000 calculate the new calibration number by multiplying the weight factor (per step 4) by the current calibration number (per step 7) example 2 4 x 16,000 = 38,400 type in the new calibration number , then press on to save your changes check the scale setup number power on the topcon digi star's indicator press the select button until the screen displays setup quickly press and hold the function button until the scale's 6 digit setup number is displayed if you need to change the setup number, enter the new number using the keypad, then press on to save your changes the screen then displays "cal" followed by the scale's 5 digit calibration number press on to return to the gross weight