MSI-4300 Port-A-Weigh Plus
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3.6 Optional Infrared Remote Control
The optional infrared remote control is no longer available.
Operating the MSI-4300 with the Infrared Remote Control is identical to operating the scale from the standard keyboard.
Additional features are available using the remote and certain cautions are warranted.
The Infrared Remote is highly directional and requires fairly accurate aiming to achieve the maximum operation range.
The shape of the remote is designed to help in aiming. Aiming becomes less critical as the distance decreases.
3.6.1 Power On/Off
To turn the scale on with the remote, hold down the
POWER
key until the scale turns on. Power-on is the only function which
requires more than a short press of a button. Power-off is instantaneous. Holding down the power-off button turns the unit to
turn back on.
3.6.2 ID Number
Up to 9 separate ID codes are available. Each ID code has a total register and a tare register. Weighing setups can be
prearranged by setting the ID number and establishing a tare memory for the ID number. The next time the particular ID number
is selected the proper tare value is already established and the previously stored total value is enabled.
The ID number is changed by selecting
ID NUMBER
then select the desired number (1–9). The default ID number is 1 which is
the only available ID without the remote.
3.6.3 Printing
Selecting the
key on the remote prints the current displayed value (requires EIA-232 option).
To print gross, net or total values:
1. Select
NET/GROSS
or
VIEW
to place the desired mode on the display.
2. Select
.
To print tare:
1. While in net mode, select
TARE
.
2. Select
.
Do not select TARE while in gross mode as this clears the old tare and establishes a new tare.
3.6.4 Numeric Entry
The Tare memory values and Set-Point values can be directly entered from the remote. Instead of using the
SELECT
key to
scroll through values, push the desired number directly. The Tare memory number can be accessed directly (
SHIFT
-
TARE
-
3
directly selects Tare memory #3).
3.7 Remote Control Battery Replacement
Type
– Standard 9 volt (NEDA/ANSI 1604 A, IEC 6LR61), alkaline type is preferred due to high LED peak currents. There is
storage space for a spare battery internal to the remote.
When to Change
– The internal 9 volt battery needs to be replaced when the indicator LED is no longer visible when a button
is pushed. The operating range of the remote gradually decreases. When the range is insufficient for the normal mode of
operation, replace the battery (even if the LED is still visible).
Installing/Changing
1. Turn the remote unit over. Remove the three Phillips screws with a number 2 Phillips head screwdriver.
2. Turn the unit right side up. Pop the front panel out by applying pressure to the lower left corner of the blue urethane
case thus exposing a corner of the front panel/switch assembly. With a flat screwdriver blade, carefully pry out the
switch from the urethane case by working the screwdriver up the left edge of the switch assembly.
Do not insert the screwdriver up the left edge of the switch assembly.
Do not insert the screwdriver too deep to prevent damage to the internal electronics
3. Fold the switch assembly to the left side of the unit, exposing the battery and the printed circuit board.
Note
CAUTION
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