Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale Owner’s Manual 0064-0085-0M Rev B y 6880 Owner’s Manual 1
0064-0085-0M Rev B y 6880 Owner’s Manual
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing our Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale. It has been manufactured with quality and reliability and has been tested before leaving our factory to ensure accuracy and dependability for years to come. This manual is provided to guide you through the installation and operation of your scale. Please read it thoroughly before attempting to install or operate your scale and keep it available for future reference.
PROPER DISPOSAL When this device reaches the end of its useful life, it must be properly disposed of. It must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Within the European Union, this device should be returned to the distributor from where it was purchased for proper disposal. This is in accordance with EU Directive 2002/96/EC. Within North America, the device should be disposed of in accordance with the local laws regarding the disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SITE PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WEIGHING UNITS SELECTION . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS, CONT. BLUETOOTH LOW ENERGY (BLE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28 Features Available via BLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28 Enable and Configure Bluetooth (BLE) Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28 Bluetooth Pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 28 INTERFACING TO BLE . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS Models: 6880 6880-AC Wi-Fi and Bluetooth BLE 6880-C 6880-C-AC z z z AC Power Adapter z Capacity: 550 lb x 0.2 lb (250 kg x 0.1 kg) Weighing/Height Units: Pounds/Inch (lb, in) or Kilograms/Centimeters (kg, cm) Overall Dimensions: 37 3/16 in H x 25 5/8 in W x 31 1/4 in D (with the footrest up) 38 3/4 in D (with the footrest down) (94.5 cm H x 65.1 cm W x 79.4 cm D (with the footrest up) 98.
SITE PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale is a precision weight indicating instrument. As with any precision instrument, it requires an acceptable environment to operate at peak performance and reliability. This section will assist you in obtaining such an environment. Environmental x For indoor use only. x Suitable for dry environments only RH < 90% and non-condensing environments. x NEVER allow the scale to get wet.
UNPACKING Remove the scale from its packing and inspect it for signs of shipping damage, such as exterior dents and scratches. Keep and use the original carton and packing material for return shipment if it should become necessary. Note that it is the responsibility of the purchaser to file all claims for any damage or loss incurred during transit. Remove and unpack the AC power adapter if the scale was ordered with this option.
WEIGHING UNITS SELECTION NOTE! The following instructions apply to all models of the Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale. When the scale is turned on for the first time, it will display a prompt to select the weighing units to use for your operation, lb (pounds) or kg (kilograms). The weighing units selection can ONLY be made at this time and cannot be changed afterward. Make sure you select the correct weighing units before proceeding. IMPORTANT! Make sure you select the correct weighing units.
OPTIONS CONNECTIONS The input and output connections to the scale are made on the back of the weight display (see the image below). The optional AC Power Adapter connection is located on the left side (as viewed from the back of the scale) of the battery box located behind the chair on the scale's lower frame.
BATTERY OPERATION The Model 6880 scale can use twelve (12) "AA” size Alkaline, Ni-Cad, or NiMH batteries (not included). You must first obtain and install the batteries before operations can begin. The batteries are contained in two battery holders (six batteries in each holder) located behind the chair on the scale lower frame. CAUTION! The scale can be operated from Alkaline, Ni-Cad, or NiMH batteries. All twelve batteries must be of the same type. They must all be Alkaline, all NiCad, or all NiMH.
BATTERY OPERATION, CONT. Battery Installation/Replacement To install or remove the batteries, the following steps should be followed: 1. Referring to the image on the previous page, locate the two rectangular panels in the scale lower frame behind the chair. 2. To install or replace the batteries, push in on the tabs of the battery covers, and then lift to remove the cover to expose the battery holders. 3. If installing new batteries, proceed to step 4.
KEYPAD FUNCTIONS DO NOT operate the keys with pointed objects (pencils, pens, etc.). Damage to keys resulting from this practice is NOT covered under warranty. This is the Power key. With the scale off, pressing this key will apply power to the scale and turn on the display. If the scale is already on, pressing the key will turn it off. This is the Lock/Release key. Press and release this key to cause the weight, height, and BMI to lock on the current values until the key is pressed again.
KEYPAD FUNCTIONS, CONT. × (Up Arrow Key) During operation, the × key is used when performing the Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation to increase the height value. NOTE: When entering the height for BMI calculation, pressing, and holding the up arrow key × key allows you to rapidly increase the height entry. Ø (Down Arrow) During operation, the Ø key is used when performing the Body Mass Index (BMI) calculation to decrease the height value.
ANNUNCIATORS The annunciators are displayed on the Weight screen to show that the scale is in the mode corresponding to the annunciator label or that the status indicated by the label is active. The low battery annunciator is located in the upper left corner of the display. It is used to indicate the battery status. Refer to the Battery Operation, Battery Status section of this manual for more details.
OPERATION WARNING! This scale is NOT intended for patient transport. It is to be used ONLY for patient weighing. Failure to observe this warning may result in serious injury to the patient and/or the scale operator. ALWAYS assist the patient onto the scale chair. NEVER leave a patient unattended while they are on the scale chair. Failure to maintain control of the patient at all times can result in serious injury to the patient and/or you. Basic Weighing Operation 1. Press the key to turn the scale on.
OPERATION, CONT. Body Mass Index (BMI) Operation (Using Previously Measured Height) 1. Press the key to turn the scale on. 2. If required, press Ö0Õ key to zero weight display. 3. Raise the armrests and footrest if needed, and then assist the patient onto the scale chair. Lower the armrests (for patient comfort during weighing), and then lower the footrest and have the patient place their feet on the footrest before weighing. IMPORTANT! The patient's feet must be on the footrest during weighing. 4.
SCALE SETUP Your Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale has been pre-configured at the factory and should not require changes for use in most applications. However, if the factory settings do not meet the requirements of your operation, the following describes the setup process for your scale. NOTE: The keys are not to be operated with pointed objects (pencils, pens, fingernails, etc.). Damage to the keys resulting from this practice will NOT be covered under warranty. To Enter Setup 1.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. $ (SCALE CAPACITY) The display will show $ and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key. Otherwise, press the × or Ø keys to select a new value and then press key to save it and proceed to the next prompt. the This is the maximum allowed weight on the scale. It should be set to 550.0. )0; (INTERVAL SETTING)` The display will show )0; and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. '9# (OIML) This setting controls the OIML (European) specific requirements. The display will show '9# and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key. Otherwise, press the × or Ø keys to toggle the OIML selection between key to save it and proceed to the next prompt. ( * or 06e and then press the Allowable settings are ( * for the EU or 06 for the US. $'# (Power Up Zero) The display will show $'# and the current setting.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. #$ (End of Print Linefeeds – If * % (Com1 Mode) is set to $#//) At the end of data sent to a printer, the scale can send carriage return/line feeds to position the paper in the printer for removal or the next print. The display will show #$ and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key. Otherwise, press the × or Ø keys to select a new value and then press key to save it and proceed to the next prompt. the Allowable values are 0 to 9.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. = 9 (YEAR) The display will show ( 9 and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key. Otherwise, press the × or Ø keys to select a new value and then press key to save it and proceed to the next prompt. the This is the current year setting of the real-time clock. Allowable values are 2015 to 2099. 00;, (MONTH) The display will show 00; and the current setting. If the value displayed is acceptable, press the key.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. NOTE: The following two parameters are not used with the Model 6880 scale. Press the key to save the setting displayed, and then proceed to the next prompt. ; / (Sonar Height Calibration) The display will show ; ! and the current setting 06. Press the current setting and proceed to the next prompt. key to save the *` & (SENSOR HEIGHT) The display will show *` ; and the current setting. Press the setting and proceed to the next prompt.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. ! (CALIBRATION) The display will show ! and the current setting 06. If the scale has been previously calibrated and you wish to skip calibration and proceed to the ;($ (Scale Model) prompt, press the key and the previous calibration will be retained. To begin calibration, press the × key to select YES and then press the pressing the key, the display will change to !# 3. key. After !# 3 (LOAD CALIBRATION WEIGHT) With the display showing !# 3, perform the following steps: 1.
SCALE SETUP, CONT. &($ (Scale Model) This selection sets the default settings and operation of the scale and should be set to $ i. NOTE: The '*; (custom) selection is not applicable at this time. The display will show ;($ and the current setting. If the value displayed is $ i (apex), press the key. Otherwise, press the × or Ø keys to toggle the Scale Model from '*; key to save it. to $ i (apex), and then press the You will be returned to the $ prompt, the current Scale Capacity setting.
DATA FORMAT 60; (Continuous Output) If 60; (continuous output) was selected, the scale will continuously transmit weight data in SMA format (see below).
PRINTER OUTPUT FORMATS Print Ticket Format If = Print Ticket was selected for the ;($ prompt when * % (Com1 Mode) is set to $#!! or '* (USB Mode) is set to *00 , the following format will be used: If '9# (OIML) is set to "# If '9# (OIML) is set to ( * Date Time Weight mm/dd/yy hh:mm Date Time dd/mm/yy Hh:mm wwwwww uu Height hhhhh vv Weight Height hhhhh vv BMI bbbb BMI bbbb wwwwww uu Where: mm/dd/yy dd/mm/yy hh:mm wwwwww uu hhhhh vv bbbb = = = = = = = = month/day/year day/month/year h
MODEL 6880-C AND 6880-C-AC The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale models 6880-C and 6880-C-AC have a wireless transmitter inside the weight indicator enclosure that can be configured for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) networking.
WI-FI SETUP, CONT. Configure Wi-Fi Network Module Without Wi-Fi credentials, the Wi-Fi module will enter listening mode, in which it functions as a Wi-Fi access point. The SSID of the AP is in the form of “REDBIRD_WIFI_XX:XX”, where XX:XX is the last 4-digits of the MAC address. Use a Wi-Fi device, such as a Smartphone, tablet, or laptop to connect to the apex scale. If the connection fails, try moving the scale to another location or cycling power to the scale.
WI-FI SETUP, CONT. Configure Wi-Fi Network Module, Cont. apex scale Enter the Network Name (SSID), Password, and Device Name (optional) for the network you wish to connect to. Note that the Device Name can be anything. Click on the Connect button and the module should try to connect to that network. This may take several seconds. The module will store these network credentials and connect to this network each time the scale is turned on.
WI-FI OPERATION Web Server While the scale is connected to a network you can access the hosted web page. To view the web page, proceed to the IP address of the Redbird module with “/webserver.html” added to it. For example, if the IP address is “192.168.0.5”, enter 192.168.0.5/webserver.html and a page like the following should appear.
WI-FI OPERATION, CONT. TCP/IP Connection Continuous output is available by TCP/IP connection to the scale’s IP address at port 10001. x The scale will transmit a single set of weight data each time the SMA weight request W is received. x Each time the SMA weight request R is received, the scale will transmit weight data continually until another SMA command is received. SMA format for both command W and R.
BLUETOOTH LOW ENERGY (BLE) The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale models 6880-C and 6880-C-AC have a wireless transmitter inside the weight indicator enclosure that can be configured for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). When possible, BLE standard specifications are used (those that are adopted by the Bluetooth SIG). Custom services were created to request indicator and scale information whose communication protocol was developed by the Scale Manufacturers Association (SMA).
INTERFACING TO BLE Note: 16-bit (4-digit) UUIDs are adopted standards. 128-bit (32-digit) UUIDs are custom services or characteristics. Standard Services per Bluetooth SIG Reference adopted specifications at https://www.bluetooth.com/specifications/gatt Device Information Service (0x180A) Characteristics Number Value(s) Attributes Manufacturer Name String 0x2A29 “Detecto” READ Model Number String 0x2A24 “Apex-C” READ “1.0.
BLUETOOTH INTERFACE STANDARD PROTOCOLS Bluetooth Characteristic – Weight_Measurement: 0x2A9D Widely accepted BLE GATT profiles are used to transmit data to other devices/software that have implemented these profiles. Data is passed via BLE using the GATT characteristic “Weight Measurement” (0x2A9D) as defined by Bluetooth SIG. Refer to the data table below about Weight Measurement Characteristics.
BLUETOOTH INTERFACE STANDARD PROTOCOLS, CONT. Custom Services Detecto SMA Service (0x907a0000-8699-47dd-ab30-d7aad5f83e54) All custom characteristics have the same base number of the Service UUID 0x907aXXXX8699-47dd-ab30-d7aad5f83e54 where the XXXX part distinguishes the service.
WI-FI AND BLUETOOTH SMA COMMANDS The format used to send SMA commands to the Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale models 6880-C and 6880-C-AC is: command Where “command” is the ASCII letter(s), or the Hex Rep. listed in the table below. For example, Z or 0A5A0D would send the command to zero on the scale. Note that the response of each command is listed under the Response column of the table. Any invalid command sent will return a question mark for a response.
WI-FI AND BLUETOOTH SMA COMMANDS, CONT. Command Hex Rep. Response N – scale information scroll 0A4E0D Each time sent you will get the next line of scale information until there is no longer any information. 1. 0A 54 59 50 3A 53 0D = TYP:S 2. 0A 43 41 50 3A 20 6C 62 3A 36 30 30 2E 30 3A 32 3A 31 0D = CAP: lb:600.0:2:1, this depends on the settings of the Apex. 600.0 – Capacity, 2 – Interval, & 1 – Decimal 3. 0A 43 4D 44 3A 48 52 49 4E 58 0D = CMD:HRINX 4. 0A 45 4E 44 3A 0D = END: 5.
PRINTING ON STABLE WEIGHT Printing of data when the weight is stable is supported. ALWAYS assist the patient onto the scale chair. NEVER leave a patient unattended while they are on the scale chair. Failure to maintain control of the patient at all times can result in serious injury to the patient and/or you. 1. Raise the armrests and footrest if needed, and then assist the patient onto the scale chair.
EVENT COUNTER The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale has been designed with an Event Counter type of security seal. When selected, the scale will display two numbers representing the Calibration and Configuration counters. Calibration Counter ( !) The calibration counter is incremented when a value in the calibration part of the setup is changed ( $, -0;, 3 , *9, -!;, 00#;, '%#, !, 9 <, &($ ). The counter is only incremented 1 time even if more than one parameter is changed in setup.
DISPLAY SCALE WI-FI AND BLUETOOTH SETTINGS If your scale is the Model 6880-C or 6880-C-AC, additional settings will be shown after the calibration and configuration counters have been shown. To display the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings, follow the steps below: 1. With no weight on the scale, press, and hold the key for approximately 5 seconds. 2. The display will show height for a brief time, and then change to show the software revision of the scale for a few seconds. 3. Release the key. 4.
ERROR AND OPERATION MESSAGES The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale is equipped with diagnostic software that tests various portions of the scale's circuitry and verifies proper operation. Should a problem be detected, an error or status message will be displayed. The following lists these messages and their meaning. Display Meaning Æ0Å This symbol appears when the scale weight reading is at the center of zero.
CARE AND CLEANING NOTE: The Detecto Model 6880 Rolling Chair Scale contains no user-serviceable parts and maintenance should be limited to an occasional cleaning and battery replacement as required. x Do not submerge the scale in water, pour, or spray water directly on it to clean it. The scale is not waterproof and covering it with water will damage it and void the warranty. x Always remove power before cleaning.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION Item Qty.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION DETAIL “A” ARM HINGE DETAIL DETAIL “B” LOAD CELL MOUNTING DETAIL 40 0064-0085-0M Rev B y 6880 Owner’s Manual
PARTS IDENTIFICATION FOOTREST MOUNTING DETAIL “D” / DETAIL “E” DETAIL C – BATTERY BOX 0064-0085-0M Rev B y 6880 Owner’s Manual 41
PARTS IDENTIFICATION APEX TO PC SERIAL CABLE – 3300-0271-0A Item Qty. Part Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 1 10’ 1 .08 .06 .083’ .104’ 6610-2335 6610-1131 6980-1043 6610-5175 6710-0004 6710-0003 6710-0017 6710-0016 Description CONN 09 PIN D SUB RECEPT SOLDER CUP CONN BACKSHELL, 9 PIN D, METAL/PLASTIC CABLE 04 COND 24GA SHLD .
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STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY Detecto Scale warrants its equipment to be free from defects in material and workmanship as follows: Detecto warrants to the original purchaser only that it will repair or replace any part of equipment which is defective in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of shipment. Detecto shall be the sole judge of what constitutes a defect.
STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY Conditions Which Void Limited Warranty This warranty shall not apply to equipment which: A.) Has been tampered with, defaced, mishandled, or has had repairs and modifications not authorized by Detecto. B.) Has had serial number altered, defaced, or removed. C.) Has not been grounded according to Detecto’s recommended procedure. Freight Carrier Damage Claims for equipment damaged in transit must be referred to the freight carrier in accordance with freight carrier regulations.
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