USER GUIDE Electronic Counting Scale/Balance Model SC600
Introduction Thank you for selecting the Extech Instruments Model SC600 Electronic Counting Scale/Balance. The SC600 is microprocessor controlled and uses a load cell transducer for high accuracy and optimum performance. The SC600 offers a large measurement capacity, high resolution, and large easy to read display. The slide switch on the back of the scale allows for the selection of measurement units (gram or ounce).
Meter Description 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 5‐digit multi‐function LCD Display ‘Bubble’ Leveler Weight Platform AC Adaptor jack (9V/300mA) 3.5mm RS‐232 PC interface jack Unit of Measure select switch (grams or ounces) Power ON‐OFF switch TARE button CAL (Calibration) button Battery compartment and adjustable leveling legs located on bottom of unit. 5 4 6 3 2 7 1 9 8 3 SC600‐EU‐EN v1.
Operation Preparing the SC600 Place the SC600 on a firm, level surface. Adjust the rubber pad legs on the bottom of the unit to level; ensure that the SC600 is level before use. The ‘bubble’ level located on the top of the SC600 can be used as an accurate level guide. Remove the protective tape from the weight platform area and install the weight platform as shown in the diagram using the 4 screws (supplied). 4 SC600‐EU‐EN v1.
Powering the meter Install six (6) 1.5V AA batteries into the battery compartment located on the bottom of the unit. The AC Adaptor can also be used to power the unit. The AC adaptor jack is located on the rear of the SC600. Power the unit ON or OFF using the ON‐OFF switch located on the right side of the SC600. The meter will perform a short self‐test during which the display will count down to zero; the unit will switch ON in its normal operating mode.
Counter Operation For a collection of objects or pieces (each piece having the same weight as the next), the SC600 can calculate the number of these objects in a collection. A group of pieces can be used as a sample example in groups of 10, 20, 50, or 100 pieces. 1. Prepare a group of pieces (in a group size of 10, 20, 50, or 100 pieces). This will be the ‘standard’ that the SC600 uses to count subsequent collections of pieces. Do not place any pieces on the scale yet. 2.
Calibration Preparing the Calibration Standard weights are required for calibration (not supplied). A 200 gram or a 400 gram standard can be used. Warm up the SC600 for at least 30 minutes before starting the calibration. IMPORTANT CALIBRATION NOTE: Before calibrating the SC600 determine the expected weight measurements that will be encountered during normal use. For expected weight measurements up to 200 grams please perform a 200 gram calibration.
RS‐232 PC Interface The SC600 can stream data to a PC via the rear 3.5mm RS232 Output jack, the optional 407001‐ USB kit (RS232 to USB cable and driver CD) along with the 407001 software (available free at www.extech.com) are required. Once the equipment listed above is obtained, set the 407001‐USB to channel number 2 and connect it to the SC600. Open the software application and follow the on‐screen prompts.
Specifications Display Ranges and Resolution Unit of measure Accuracy Sampling time Tare Control Transducer type User Calibration Data output Over range indication Under range indication Low battery indication Power supply Power consumption Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Dimensions Weight 5‐digit multi‐function LCD Digit height: 20.9mm (0.8”) 0.10 to 600g (resolution: 0.01g) 0.005 to 9.9995 oz. (resolution: 0.0005 oz.) 10.000 to 21.164 oz. (resolution: 0.001 oz.
