SCALE MASTER CLASSIC ® V 2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Preliminary Information Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Key Definitions/Functions . . . . . .4 Adjusting the Wheel . . . . . . . . . . .9 Using the Scale Master Classic Imperial/Metric Modes . . . . . . . . 10 “Rolling”a Measurement. . . . . . . 11 Built-in Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Changing Measurement Units . . 16 Bell On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Converting Between Scales . . . . 16 Locking Scale Settings. . . . . . . . .
PRELIMINARY INFORMATION Introduction The Scale Master Classic MultiScale Digital Plan Measure has been specifically designed to simplify take-offs from architectural and engineering drawings.
Key Definitions/Functions [Off/On] – Power On/Off switch Turns power On or Off. Turning power Off clears the display and all values previously stored in memory. Turning the unit Off does not clear scales or modes. [Lock] – Lock switch Locks the mode and scale so that they cannot inadvertently be changed. It is advised to operate in the locked position unless you are specifically setting or changing scales.
down turning unit on will switch unit between Imperial and Metric units. [Rcl] – Recall key Used to recall stored values.When you press [Rcl] [Rcl], the last value rolled is displayed. [Mode] – Mode key Used to toggle between the following scale modes (in sequence): 1) Architectural (ARCH); 2) Engineering 1 (ENG 1) 3) Engineering 2 (ENG 2); 4) Custom (CUSTOM) 5) Count (COUNT). When in programming mode, this key moves the cursor back to the previous field or digit.
[M1+] – Memory Add key Adds the displayed value to memory. When this key is pressed, the value on the display is added to memory, the display clears to “0” and an indicator (M) lights.When in the programming mode for height or custom scales,this key advances the flashing digit or units. [M2x] – Memory Add key Stores displayed value in memory. When this key is pressed, the value on the display is added to memory, the display clears to“0”and an indicator (M) lights.
[Reset] [Subtract] — Full Reset Press keys simultaneously. Used to clear all registers and reset the unit to initial default values. This keystroke does not work in the Count Mode. [Subtract] [Mode] — Units of Measurement Switches between different units of measurement and converts the displayed value.The units of measurement switch in this order: (Imperial Mode) feet and inches, decimal feet, decimal inches, yards, meters. In Metric Mode, the order is:millimeters,meters,kilometers.
[Rcl] [M2x] — Area/Volume Used to calculate area and volume: 1) The first press displays the linear value stored in the [M2x] memory register. 2) The second press calculates and displays the area, multiplying the two linear values stored in the memory registers ([M1+], [M2x]). 3) If a height is stored, the third press calculates and displays the volume. If no height is stored,displays the linear value stored. 4) If a height is stored, the fourth press displays the height value.
Rotate to Adjust Wheel Adjusting the Wheel The Celcon polymer wheel can be adjusted for each user’s preference.To adjust the wheel,take a small,flat-head jeweler’s screwdriver and slightly rotate the screw located near the wheel tip. Rotating the screw about 1/4 to 1/3 turn should be sufficient. Rotating the screw within those two values should adjust the wheel between free spinning (which is too loose) to skidding (which is too tight).
USING THE SCALE MASTER CLASSIC Imperial/Metric Modes The Scale Master Classic is set up to use Imperial (English) dimensional units by default. The Scale Master Classic can be set up to use Metric scales by using the following sequence: 1) Turn unit off via switch. 2) Press and hold [Subtract/Count] key. 3) Turn unit on via switch. 4) Release [Subtract/Count] key. While in Metric mode, MET will remain lit in the scale box. Repeat the pr o c e d u re above to switch back to Imperial mode.
“Rolling” a Measurement To take a measurement with the Scale Master Classic: 1) Switch the unit on. If the display does not show zero (0), press the [Reset] key to clear the display. 2) Select your mode by pressing the [Mode] key.Then press the [Scale] key to select your scale. 3) Begin rolling.The display will register your measurements.When you roll the unit, be sure to hold the unit upright (see picture on next page). Also make sure you start and stop at the exact points you are measuring.
We suggest several practice runs with the Scale Master Classic so that you can become comfortable with the unit and develop your rolling technique. 12 – Scale Master Classic v2.
4) To store your measurement, press one of the memory keys ([M1+] or [M2x]).
Built-In Scales Imperial (English) Units Architect ARCH Engineer I ENGI Engineer II ENGII 1 foot= 1 inch= 1 inch= 1/32” 1/16” 3/32” 1/8” 3/16” 1/4” 3/8” 1/2” 3/4” 1/1 (1”) 3/2 (1 1/2”) 2/1 (2”) 3/1 (3”) 4/1 (4”) 10.0’ 20.0’ 30.0’ 40.0’ 50.0’ 60.0’ 83.3’ 100.0’ 166.6’ 200.0’ 250.0’ 300.0’ 333.3’ 400.0’ 416.6’ 500.0’ 583.3’ 600.0’ 625.0’ 666.6’ 750.0’ 1,000.0’ 1,200.0’ 2,000.0’ 3,000.0’ 14 – Scale Master C l a s s ic v 2 .
Metric Units Architect ARCH 1: 1 1: 2 1: 3 1: 4 1: 5 1: 10 1: 20 1: 25 1: 30 1: 40 1: 50 1: 75 Engineer I ENGI 1: 100.0 1: 125.0 1: 150.0 1: 200.0 1: 250.0 1: 300.0 1: 400.0 1: 500.0 Engineer II ENGII 1: 1,000 1: 1,250 1: 1,500 1: 1,625 1: 2,000 1: 2,500 1: 5,000 1: 6,000 1: 10k 1: 12.
Changing Measurement Units Press [Subtract/Count] [Mode] simultaneously to switch to the next available units of measurement.Each key press will switch to the next units of measurement on this list: Imperial Mode — Feet-Inch,Decimal Feet,Decimal Inches,Yards,Meters; Metric Mode — Millimeters,Meters, Kilometers. Bell On/Off To toggle the bell sound on or off, press [Reset] [Scale] simultaneously. Converting Between Scales The Scale Master Classic can automatically convert values between scales.
1) Roll a value and press [M1+]. Press [Scale] to change scales. 2) Roll another value and press [M1+]. 3) Press [Rcl] [M1+] to recall the combined total. You can also convert values from Imperial Units (English) to meters within the Imperial mode. Press [Subtract/Count] and [Mode] simultaneously to switch to other units of measurement,including meters. Note: You cannot convert values when changing Imperial/Metric modes.
Using the Counter You can use the [Subtract/Count] key to count items such as electrical outlets, drains,etc. Press [Mode] until you find the Count mode.Then press the [Subtract /Count] key to count the items. You can use the [M1+] and [M2x] memory keys to store or accumulate the counts for two different items. After you have a count value,press [M1+] to store it. You can then count more items and press [M1+] to continue accumulating the count value.
Using the Memory Function The memory function allows you to add rolled or counted values. But you cannot add dimensioned (rolled) and undimensioned (counted) values. To add rolled values: 1) Roll the first value*.Press [M1+]. The display resets to “0,” the memory indicator (M) lights and the value is added to memory. 2) Roll the next value.Press [M1+]. This value is added to your previous value stored in memory. 3) You can continue to add values using the [M1+] key.
Other memory function keystrokes [Rcl] [M1+] or [Rcl] [M2x] Displays the value stored in the memory register. [Reset] and [M1+] simultaneously or [Reset] and [M2x] simultaneously Clears the value stored in the memory register. [Reset] and [Rcl] simultaneously Clears values stored in memory registers (the [M1+], [M2x], and height registers). 20 – Scale Master C l a s s i c v 2 .
Finding Area & Volume The Scale Master Classic can calculate area and volume once you have values set for length, width, and (for volume calculation only) height. The length, width and height register values are stored in semi-permanent memory. These values will not be cleared when you press [Reset] by itself.
Finding Area 1) Roll the first dimension and press [M1+]. A small “M” will appear in the scale box display and the main display will reset to zero (0). 2) Roll the second dimension and press [M2x]. The main display will reset to zero. 3) Press [Rcl] [M2x]. The first press displays the linear value stored in this register. The second press will calculate and display the area. Rolling or Setting Height Note: Once you have a value stored for height, you do not need to reprogram it unless you want to change it.
2) Press [Subtract/Count] and [M2x] simultaneously. If you are setting a height, go to step 3. If you are rolling in a value, the display will show the rolled value and an annunciator will begin flashing (FT-IN for Imperial Mode, MM for Metric Mode). 3) If you do not want to change the units of measurement, go to step 4. To change the units of measurement, press [M1+] until you reach the desired units. 4) If you have rolled a value,press [Scale] until the display returns to zero.
Finding Volume 1) Roll the first dimension and press [M1+]. 2) Roll the second dimension and press [M2x]. 3) Roll in or set a height value.If you already have a height value,skip to step 4. 4) Press [Rcl] [M2x]. The first press displays the linear value stored in this register. The second press will calculate and display the area.Press the [M2x] key again to find volume.Press a fourth time to display the height value stored. 24 – Scale Master C l a s s i c v 2 .
Setting Custom Scales You can program and store six Custom Scales: three in Imperial (English) and three in Metric Units. The default units of measurement are feet-inches (FT-IN) for Imperial Mode and millimeters (MM) for Metric Mode. If all custom scale settings are filled, you can overwrite an old scale with a new scale. You can set a Custom Scale two ways:by rolling in a known distance or by setting the exact distance.
3) Roll desired dimension.“ROLLING“ now appears in the main display. Note: For greater accuracy, you may want to roll the known distance several times, then enter the dis tance times the number of rolls (for example, roll a distance 5 times and if the distance is 3 feet, enter 15 feet). 4) Press [Scale]. The display will show zeroes and the units of measurement annunciator will begin flashing (FT-IN for Imperial Mode, MM for Metric Mode).
[Mode] to move back one digit Continue until all digits are set and the display returns to zero. Using the Custom Scale/Ruler The default value (after a full reset) for Custom Scale is one-to-one (1 foot equals 1 foot).This lets you use your Scale Master Classic as a rolling ruler (in Feet-Inches), which is especially useful for measuring irregular shapes. 1) To reset your Custom Scale setting to a one-to-one ratio, press [Reset] and [Subtract/Count] simul taneously.
APPENDIX Common Questions Q: The wheel on my Scale Master feels a little too tight, can I adjust it? A: Yes! The wheel is specifically designed to “adjust” to each user’s feel.Simply take a small, flat-head jeweler’s screwdriver and slightly rotate the screw located near the wheel tip. Rotating the wheel about 1/4 to 1/3 turn should be sufficient.Rotating the screw within those two values should adjust the wheel between free spinning (which is too loose) to skidding (which is too tight).
conditions, however, you may occasionally need to make adjustments. Q: How accurate is the Scale Master? A: The internal mechanics of the Scale Master Classic are extremely accurate: better than 99.75%. However, where you start and stop the device on your plans will greatly affect the accuracy of your results.Depending on the length of your “runs,” after getting used to the feel of the Scale Master’s roll, you should expect your results to be within ±1.5%– 2%.
simply hold down the [Subtract/Count] button and roll backwards. Q: Do you have any other advice for better rolling? A: Again,each person has their own technique for rolling the Scale Master — or any other plan measure for that matter.However,many users find that, in addition to holding it straight up and down,holding it very lightly (like an egg) helps rolling both along straight as well as curved lines. Q: I often lose my previously selected scales and modes.
problem,make sure that you press keys one at a time, unless you are trying to access a special function. Q: I read it in the User’s Guide, but could you simplify the setting of a Custom Scale? A: This is one of the most commonlyasked questions.The Custom Scale is primarily used when you have blueprints that have been reduced or enlarged and are no longer true to their printed “scale.
3) Roll a known,marked distance, being careful of your start and stop points. The display will now change from “ROLL” to “ROLLING.” 4) After you’ve rolled in your distance,press the [Scale] button to tell the device you’re finished rolling. The main display will now look similar to this: FT IN The units of measurement annunciator will begin flashing (FT-IN for Imperial Mode, MM for Metric). 5) If you want to change the units of measurement, press [M1+] until you reach the desired units.
value for each digit and move to the next digit to the right).Press [Mode] to move back one digit. If a digit is zero,simply press the [Scale] key to enter it. 7) Advance through all displayed digits.Confirm the scale entry by pressing [Rcl] [Scale]. Remember, Custom Scales remain set even when the unit is off.To get rid of a Custom Scale, enter a new scale over it or perform a full reset. Q: When setting a Custom Scale, the User’s Guide says something about rolling a known distance several times.
the Scale Master an average rolled length for the known distance. When setting the Custom Scale,and the unit displays “ROLL,” you roll the known distance several times. Since you don’t want the Scale Master to record all the rolls as being your one known distance, you enter the known distance times (multiplied by) the number of rolls — for example, if you roll a 10 foot distance five times, you must enter it as 50 feet.
Continental U.S. or 775-885-4900 worldwide). Additional Calculator Functions Errors If you make an incorrect entry (such as trying to add dimensioned and nondimensioned values),the word “ERROR” will display. Press [Reset] to clear. Auto Range If the calculated value is too large to display in the selected units of measurement,the answer will be displayed in a larger unit of measurement instead of showing an error (for example: “10,000,000 MM” can not be displayed,so “10,000 M”will be displayed instead).
Battery & Automatic Shut-Off The Scale Master Classic is powered by two 3-Volt CR-2430 Lithium batteries (6 volts total).To conserve battery power,the unit will shut itself off if it is not used for 5 minutes.Press any key to restore power.All registers and settings remain intact, in-cluding all temporary registers. Turning Bell & Clicker On/Off The built-in clicker lets you know when the wheel is rolling,and the bell lets you know when you have incremented the count value.
Specifications POWER SOURCE: Two 3-Volt CR-2430 lithium batteries Approximately 400 hours normal use DISPLAY METHOD: LCD with zero suppression, commas and annunciators. DISPLAY CAPACITY (MAIN DISPLAY): 9,999,999 (7 digits) RESOLUTION/ACCURACY: .025 Inch/99.75% INTERNAL MATH ACCURACY: 10 Digits DIMENSIONS: 6.7” x 1.6” x 0.
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