® SCALE MASTER II V2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Preliminary Information Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Key Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Adjusting the Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Using the Scale Master II Imperial/Metric Modes . . . . . . . . . .9 “Rolling” a Measurement . . . . . . .10 Built-in Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Changing Measurement Units . . .13 Converting Between Scales . . . . . .14 Locking Scale Settings . . . . . . . . . .15 Using Memory Function . . . . . .
PRELIMINARY INFORMATION Introduction The Scale MasterII Multi-Scale Digital Plan Measure has been specifically designed to simplify take-offs from architectural and engineering drawings.
Key Definitions [Off/On] – Power On/Off switch Turn 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. [Set] – Set key Used to enter a value or to place the unit into a programming mode.
[Sub] is pressed simultaneously with [Count], [+K] or [M+], the unit will subtract the appropriate value. [Count] – Count key Used to increase the Count value by one. Count is active in all modes. Pressing [Reset] and [Count] simultaneously will clear the count. [+K] – Constant key Used to add a pre-set “constant” value to the displayed measured value. To set a constant value, you press [Set] [+K] to place the unit in programming mode. [Rcl] – Recall key Used to recall stored values.
When in programming mode, this key moves the cursor back to the previous item programmed. [Scale] – Scale key Used to cycle through the various scales within each scale mode. When in the programming mode, this key moves the cursor forward to the next item to be programmed. [M+] – Memory key Used to add and store a displayed value into Memory. When pressed, the value is added to memory, the display is cleared to “0,” and the indicator “M” lights.
[Sq/Cu] – Area/Volume key Used to set or view height and calculate area and volume: 1) The first press of this key calculates and displays the area using values stored in the Length and Width registers. 2) The second press calculates and displays the volume using Length, Width and Height. 3) The third press displays the value stored as Height. When you press [Set] [Sq/Cu], you can set a fixed height.
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). 8 – Scale Master II v2.
USING THE SCALE MASTER II Imperial/Metric Modes The Scale Master II is set up to use Imperial (English) dimensional units by default. The Scale Master II can be set up to use Metric scales by using the following sequence : 1) Turn unit off via switch. 2) Press and hold [SUB] key. 3) Turn unit on via switch. 4) Release [SUB] key. While in Metric mode, MET will remain lit in the scale box. Repeat the procedure above to switch back to Imperial mode.
“Rolling” a Measurement To take a measurement with the Scale Master II : 1) Switch the unit on. If the display does not show zero (0), press the [Reset] key to clear the display. 2) Select your type of scale 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 1 - next page). Also make sure you start and stop at the exact points you are measuring.
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Built-In Scales Imperial (English) Units Architect ARCH 1 foot= 1/32” 1/16” 3/32” 1/8” 3/16” 1/4” 3/8” 1/2” 3/4” 1/1 (1”) 3/2 (11/2”) 2/1 (2”) 3/1 (3”) 4/1 (4”) Engineer-I Engineer-II Map ENGI ENGII MAP 1 inch= 1 inch= 1 inch= 10.0’ 20.0’ 30.0’ 40.0’ 50.0’ 60.0’ 83.3’ 100.0’ 166.6’ 200.0’ 250.0’ 12 – Scale Master II v2.0 ® 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’ 1.0 Mile 1.5 Mi 2.0 Mi 3.0 Mi 4.0 Mi 5.0 Mi 6.0 Mi 10.0 Mi 20.0 Mi 24.
Metric Units Architect Engineer-I Engineer-II ARCH ENGI ENGII 1:1 1:2 1:3 1:4 1:5 1:10 1:20 1:25 1:30 1:40 1:50 1:75 1:100.0 1:125.0 1:150.0 1:200.0 1:250.0 1:300.0 1:400.0 1:500.0 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 1:12.5k 1:20k 1:25k 1:50k Map MAP 1:100k 1:125k 1:200k 1:250k 1:500k 1:1,000k 1:2,000k 1:2,500k Note: See “Imperial/Metric Modes” for instructions on how to change from Imperial and Metric settings.
You can also convert values from Imperial Units (English) to Metric Units within the Imperial mode. B) Press [Set] [Mode] and continue pressing [Mode] to cycle through available units of measurement. Converting Between Scales The Scale Master II can automatically convert values between scales. For example, 20 feet rolled in 1/16” scale will be converted to 10 feet in 1/8” scale. You may want to roll a value in one scale and then add that exact value (unconverted) in another scale.
Locking Scale Settings Your Scale Master II comes equipped with a lock switch that prevents inadvertently changing drawing scales. When the lock is activated, a lock symbol will be displayed in the LCD. While active, the Scale and Mode cannot be revised (other than removal of the battery). Using the Memory Function The Memory function allows you to add rolled or counted values. But you cannot add dimensioned (rolled) and non-dimensioned (counted) values. To add rolled values: 1) Roll the first value*.
3) You can continue to add values using the [M+] key. Press [Rcl] [M+] to review the total in Memory. *Note: For Count values, you must press the [Count] key to count your value. Then press [Rcl] [Count] to move the count value to the main display. Press [M+] to add this value to Memory. The annunciator “M” will display when a value is stored in Memory. 16 – Scale Master II v2.
Other Memory Function Keystrokes [Set] [M+] Replaces the contents of Memory with the displayed value. [Set] then [Sub] and [M+] simultaneously Replaces the contents of Memory with the negative of the value in the main display. [Sub] and [M+] simultaneously Subtracts the value in the main display from the value stored in Memory. [Reset] and [M+] simultaneously Clears the Memory register.
Programming Mode The Scale Master II allows you to preset values into frequently used keys, including: ◆ Custom Scales (4 Imp/4 Met) ◆ Auto-Count distance ◆ +K (Constant) value ◆ Height value To begin setting values, press the [Set] key and then the desired key to be programmed. The following keys are used in programming mode: [Scale] advances the cursor to the next item. [Mode] moves the cursor back to the previous item. [M+] changes the value within an item.
Setting Custom Scales You can program and store eight Custom Scales: four in Imperial (English) and four in Metric Units. The default units of measurement for Imperial are Feet-Inches “FT-IN” and for Metric, Millimeters “MM.” If all custom scale settings are filled, the unit will start over from one. You can set a custom scale two ways: by “rolling in” a known distance or by setting the exact distance.
4) Press [Scale]. The appropriate annunciator will begin flashing “FTIN “ for Imperial Mode, “ MM ” for Metric Mode. 5) If you want to change the units of measurement, press [M+]. You can repeatedly press this key until you reach the desired unit of measurement. Then press the [Scale] key to begin setting the distance. 6) Press [M+] to increment the distance. When you have reached the correct number, press [Scale] to advance to the next digit. You can press the [Mode] key to move back one digit.
Setting a Custom Scale 1) Press [Mode] until 1:CUS_x (x being a number 1-4) appears in the scale box display. 2) Press [Set] [Scale]. “ROLL” will appear in the main display. 3) Press [Scale] again to begin entering the custom scale. The appropriate annunciator will begin flashing “FT-IN” for Imperial Mode, “MM” for Metric Mode. 4) If you want to change the units of measurement, press [M+]. You can repeatedly press this key until you reach the desired unit of measurement.
the next digit. You can press the [Mode] key to move back one digit. 6) Once the desired value has been set, press [Set] to store the value and exit the programming mode. Press [Rcl] [Scale] to verify the current Custom Scale. Using the Custom Scale/Ruler The default value (after a full reset) for any Custom Scale is one-to-one (one foot equals one foot). This lets you use your Scale Master II as a rolling ruler (in Feet-Inches), which is especially useful for measuring irregular shapes.
Setting an Auto-Count Value The Scale Master II has an Auto-Count mode that allows you to count how many times you’ve rolled a certain distance. You will hear a beep each time you roll that distance. To program in Auto-Count mode: 1) Press [Set] [Count] to enter AutoCount programming mode. The appropriate annunciator will begin flashing “FT-IN” for Imperial Mode, “MM” for Metric Mode. The AutoCount annunciator “AUTO”will appear in the scale box display.
4) Press [Set] to save changes and put the unit into Auto-Count measuring mode. 5) Roll a distance. The unit will beep each time you roll the programmed distance. The count number in the scale box will increment.* 6) Press [Set] [Count] or [Set] [Reset] [Count] to exit Auto-Count mode. *Note: The count number will increment until it reaches 999; after that, an asterisk (*) will appear in the scale box display and the unit will continue counting from one.
Setting a Constant Value (+K) This key is used to add a pre-programmed value to the displayed measured value. If the value is not “live,” then pressing this key will first reset the display, then add the constant value. When a constant value is added, the value in the display remains a “live” value. To set a constant: 1) Press [Set] [+K]. The appropriate annunciator will begin flashing “FTIN ” for Imperial Mode, “MM ” for Metric Mode.
3) Press [M+] to increment the distance. When you have reached the correct number, press [Scale] to advance to the next digit. Press [Mode] to move back one digit. 4) Once the desired value has been set, press [Set] to save this value and exit the programming mode. Other Constant Function Keystrokes [Rcl] [+K] Allows you to verify the current constant value. [Sub] and [+K] simultaneously Subtracts the constant value from the displayed value.
Finding Area and Volume The Scale Master II can calculate area and volume once you have your 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. These values will only clear if you: 1) Turn off the unit (clears length and width only). 2) Press [Reset] then the register (clears one value at a time).
2) Roll the second dimension and press [Width]. This value is stored as the width and the main display will reset to zero. 3) Press [Sq/Cu] to calculate the area. Finding Volume 1) Roll the first dimension and press [Length]. 2) Roll the second dimension and press [Width]. 3) Storing a height value (if you have previously set a height, skip to step 4): a. To Roll and Store a Height: i. Roll the third dimension and press [Set] [SQ/CU].
b. To Enter and Store a Height: i. If you are entering a height (instead of rolling), press [Set] [SQ/CU]. ii. If you do not want to change the unit of measure, go to step iii. To change the unit of measure, press [M+] until you reach the desired unit. iii. Press [Scale] to begin setting the digits. The left-most digit will begin flashing. Press: [M+] to increment this digit [Sub] to decrement the digit [Scale] to advance to next digit [Mode] to move back one digit iv.
Other Area/Volume Function Keystrokes [Rcl] [Length] Displays the value stored in the Length register. [Rcl] [Width] Displays the value stored in the Width register. [Reset] and [Length] simultaneously Clears the value stored as Length. [Reset] and [Width] simultaneously Clears the value stored as Width. [Set] then [Reset] and [Sq/Cu] simultaneously Clears the value stored as Height. 30 – Scale Master II v2.
Connecting to a PC (optional) The Scale Master II has a built-in computer interface connection so that you can use it with estimating and spreadsheet software programs. Like your keyboard, it sends a single value from the main display to the selected cell in your program. Only the value currently on the main display will be sent to the PC. You must send a value in order for the PC to receive it.
Basic Functions PC You can send a value using the [Set] key, then store it as Length, Width, Height, or in the memory, as you normally would. Remember, for Height, press [Rcl] before pressing [Set] [Sq/Cu] [Set]. [Rcl] [Set] [Sq/Cu] Stores the rolled value as height. [Set] then [Reset] and [Sq/Cu] simultaneously Clears the stored height value. Memory Functions PC [Reset] and [M+] simultaneously, then [M+] by itself Replaces the value previously stored in Memory with the displayed value.
Auto-Count Function PC [Rcl] [Set] [Count] Enters Auto-Count programming mode. The next press of [Set] exits Auto-Count mode. [Reset] and [Count] simultaneously Clears the Count value. [Rcl] [Set] then [Reset] and [Count] simultaneously Exits the Auto-Count mode. Set Function PC [Rcl] [Set] Used to access the Set function for entering programming mode and accessing special functions without sending a value to the PC. [Rcl] [Set] [Reset] Exits the Set function.
APPENDIX Error/Auto-Range Function Error Message – If you make an incorrect entry (such as trying to add dimensioned and non-dimensioned values), the Scale Master II will display the word “ERROR.” Press [Reset] to clear. Auto Range Function – If value is too large to display in the selected units of measurement, the answer will be displayed in the next larger measurement units instead of showing an error (for example: “10,000,000 MM” cannot be displayed, so “10,000 M” will be displayed instead).
Battery/Automatic Shut-Off The Scale Master II 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, including all temporary registers. Battery Replacement When replacing the batteries, carefully insert batteries under the metal clip. This is the positive battery terminal. Do not bend or force downward.
Register Values/Settings Permanent Values/Settings The following registers/settings will remain in permanent storage, only changing: 1) when the settings are revised; 2) when the unit is reset (“All Clear”); or 3) when the batteries are changed: Register Setting Default Imperial Mode ARCH Bell Toggle ON Scale 1/32” Height 0,000-00 Linear FT-IN Area SQ FT Volume CU FT Height FT-IN Custom Scales 1:CUSxFT-IN 36 – Scale Master II v2.0 ® Default Metric ARCH ON 1:1 00,000.
Semi-Permanent Values/Settings The following registers/settings are cleared when the Scale Master II is powered down: Register Setting Length Width Count Subtract Mode Default Imperial 0-0 0-0 0. OFF Default Metric 0.00 0.00 0.
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% Dimensions: 7.2” x 1.6” x 0.6” 182mm x 41mm x 15mm 38 – Scale Master II v2.
Repair and Return Warranty, Repair and Return Information Return Guidelines: 1. Please read the Warranty in this User's Guide to determine if your Calculated Industries Scale Master remains under warranty before calling or returning any device for evaluation or repairs. 2. If your Scale Master won't turn on, check the batteries as outlined in the User's Guide. 3. If there is a black spot on the LCD screen, THIS IS NOT A WARRANTY DEFECT. The unit can be repaired.
Limited Warranty Calculated Industries, Inc. (“CII”) warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original consumer purchase in the U.S. If a defect exists during the warranty period, CII at its option will either repair (using new or remanufactured parts) or replace (with a new or remanufactured unit) the product at no charge.
Repair Service — Outside the USA Not all countries have CII Authorized Service Providers or the same warranty and service policies. To obtain warranty or non-warranty repair service for goods purchased outside the U.S., contact the dealer through which you initially purchased the product. If you cannot reasonably have the product repaired in your area, you may contact CII to obtain current product repair information and charges, including freight and duties.
FCC Class B This equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. Legal Notices Software copyrighted and licensed to Calculated Industries by Scale Master Technologies, LLC, 2003. User’s Guide copyrighted by Calculated Industries, 2003. Scale Master® and Calculated Industries® are registered trademarks of Calculated Industries, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 42 – Scale Master II v2.
How To Reach Calculated Industries Mail Calculated Industries, Inc. 4840 Hytech Drive Carson City, NV 89706 U.S.A. Phone 1 (775) 885–4900 Fax 1 (775) 885–4949 E-mail techsup@calculated.com World Wide Web www.calculated.
Designed in the United States of America Printed in Indonesia UG6130E-C 5/03
