MSI 3460 Challenger 3 Manual

							MSI-3460
Challenger 3
Operator’s Manual
152161 Rev C 
						

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Contents
1.0 Introduction ...........................................................................1
1.1 Safety ................................................................................... 2
1.2 General Information  ............................................................ 4
1.2.1 User Guide & MSI-3460 Conventions .................................4
1.3 MSI3460 Annunciators ........................................................ 5
1.4 Specifications ...................................................................... 6
1.5 Features ............................................................................... 8
1.6 Options ................................................................................ 8
1.7 Unpacking ........................................................................... 8
1.8 Assembly ............................................................................. 9
1.9 Battery Pack  ...................................................................... 10
1.10Battery Charger  ................................................................ 11
2.0 Operation .............................................................................12
2.1 Power ................................................................................. 12
2.2 Zero ................................................................................... 12
2.3 Tare .................................................................................... 13
3.0 User Defined Function Keys .................................................14
4.0 Configuration .......................................................................16
4.1 Menu Map  ......................................................................... 16
4.2 Function Keys  ................................................................... 17
4.3 Auto- Off  ............................................................................ 18
4.4 Sleep .................................................................................. 19
4.5 Display Brightness  ............................................................ 20
4.6 Set Points  .......................................................................... 21
4.7 Total Mode  ........................................................................ 23
4.8 Units ................................................................................... 24
4.9 Filter Setup  ........................................................................ 25
5.0 Calibration ...........................................................................26
5.1 Initial Calibration  ............................................................... 29
5.2 Guidelines for Capacity and Resolution  .......................... 30
5.3 C-Cal Calibration ............................................................... 31
5.4 Calibration Setup Menu  .................................................... 34
5.5 Standard ............................................................................ 34
5.6 Auto Zero Maintenance  ....................................................35
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6.0 RF Remote Control Option  ...................................................37
6.1 Description ........................................................................ 37
6.2 Functions ........................................................................... 37
6.3 Setting the Transmitter Address  ...................................... 37
6.4 Setting the Receiver Address  ........................................... 38
6.4.1 Resetting the MSI-3460 RF Remote Receiver  ..................38
6.5 Contention and Jamming Considerations  ....................... 38
6.6 Battery Replacement  ........................................................ 39
6.7 RF Remote Control FCC Statement  ................................. 39
7.0 RF Remote Display Option  ...................................................40
7.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 40
7.2 Printer/Serial Output Setup  .............................................. 41
7.2.1 Control Modes  .................................................................41
7.3 Standard Print Strings  ...................................................... 42
7.4 802.15.4 RF Network Setup  .............................................. 44
7.5 FCC Statement (for 802.15.4 Option)  ............................... 45
7.6 RF Setup Procedure  ......................................................... 45
7.7 International RF CERTS (For 802.15.4 OPTION)  .............. 47
8.0 Appendix ...............................................................\
...............48
8.1 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 48
8.1.1 Service Counters ..............................................................50
8.2 Software Update for use with SC3 PCA  .......................... 51
8.3 MSI-3460 Challenger 3 Dimensions  ................................. 54
The MSI Limited Warranty  ............................................................55
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							Introduction     1
1.0 Introduction
The MSI-3460  Challenger 3  is a combination of the so und and proven mechanical 
design of the industry standard Challenger with today’s most advanced electronics. It 
provide a superb feature set unmatched by an y scale in its class or price range. The 
multi-purpose hanging scale is ideal for  situations in which headroom is at a 
minimum. The  MSI-3460 is versatile, reliable, accurate and easy to operate. The  MSI-
3460 is designed to meet or exceed the requi rements of all regulatory agencies. RF 
remote control and remote display options ar e available to further enhance the safety 
and usability of the  MSI-3460.
Please take the time to read this manual completely through before attempting to use 
the  MSI-

3460. Although designed for easy set up and use, a thorough understanding 
of this manual will  ensure that you receive the ma ximum benefit from the system. 
If you have any questions or comments, please contact  Measurement Systems International
Phone (toll free): 1-800-874-4320  
Manuals can be viewed or download ed from the Measurement Systems 
International site at: 
www.msiscales.com. 
						

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1. 1 S a f e t y
Safety Symbol Definitions:
Important
WARNINGIndicates a potentially hazardous  situation that, if not avoided, 
could result in serious injury or death, and includes hazards that 
ar e exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, 
could result in damage to equipmen t or corruption to
  and loss of 
data.
General Safety
WARNING
Do not operate or work on this equipment unless you have read 
and understand the instructions and warnings in the Installation, 
Opera tors Manual. Contact any Measurement Systems 
International   dealer for replacement manuals. Proper care is 
your responsibility.
Failure to heed may result in  serious
  injury of death.
DO NOT allow minors (children) or inex perienced persons to operate this unit.
DO NOT stand near the load being lifted as  it
  is a potential falling hazard. Keep a 
safe distance.
DO NOT use for purposes other then weig h
 t taking or dynamic load monitoring.
DO NOT use any load bearing  component that i
 s worn beyond 5% of the original 
dimension.
DO NOT use the scale if any of the comp onents of the load train are cracked, 
defo
 rmed, or show signs of fatigue.
DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the  scale, ri
 gging elements, or the lifting 
structure.
DO NOT allow multi-point contact with th e hook, shackle, or lifti
 ng eye of the 
scale.
DO NOT allow high torque on the scale unl ess it
  is specifically designed for high 
torque.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications  to 
 the scale or associated load bearing 
devices.
DO NOT use improperly rated or size d shackl
 es. Use only MSI recommended 
shackles.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
For guidelines on the safe rigging  and l
 oading of overhead scales and 
dynamometers, read the "MSI Crane S cale Safety and Periodic Maintenance 
Manual" (available at  www.msiscales.com).
Keep hands, feet and loose clot hing
  away from moving parts.
There are no user serviceable parts within the MSI-3460. Any repairs are to be 
performed
  by qualified service personnel only. 
						

							5 Digit 1.5/3.8mm
high brightness LED
weight display
Wire sealable 
calibration port
Light Sensor for auto 
brightness Control
User programmable 
function key
Introduction
     3
Figure 1-1. MSI-3460 Front Panel
Key Descriptions
POWER
Power Key  - Turns the MSI-3460on and off. 
ZERO
Zero Key - Used to zero out residual weight on the scale.
TARE
Ta r e  K e y - removes weight of containers, trucks or carriers and places 
the scale in the Net weight mode.  
TARE key functions tare in, tare out.  
To see the gross weight without resetting the tare value, you must 
pr
 ogram the USER key as NET/GROSS.
USER
FUser Key - Programmable to user select able functions. These are 
described in the USER key Setup section. This key is defaulted to the 
TEST function.  
						

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1.2 General Information
1.2.1 User Guide & MSI-3460 Conventions 
1. Keys used in operations are printed in BLUE and capitalized.
2. Screen shots that are used in menus are displayed in RED and shown in a 7-
segment font. Not all characters can be displayed with this font, but a close 
approximation is shown. 
3. If a function key does not work, it is probably because the MSI-3460 is not setup 
to support the key. For example, if the User key is set for TOTAL, you must also 
set up the TOTAL mode in the Setup Menu.
4. When in Setup menus, the ZERO key drops back one menu level. At the root 
menu level, the ZERO key stores the changes and returns to the weight mode. 
5. When in Setup menus, the POWER key returns you directly to the weight 
display without storing the changes.
6. When in Setup menus, the USER key functions as the scroll key.
7. When in Setup menus, the TARE key functions as the ENTER/SELECT key.  
						

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1.3 MSI3460 Annunciators
The MSI-3460 uses blue and red LEDs to  indicate weight mode and other 
information.
MOTION
Blue LED - Indicates that the weight  has not settled within the motion 
window (usually ±1d).  
While this symbol is illuminated, the scale will not zero, tare or totalize.
0Center-of-Zero – Blue LED - Indicates the weight is within 1/4d of zero. 
PEAKBlue LED - Indicates the scale is in peak hold mode. 
NETBlue LED - Indicates the scale is in Net weight mode.  
A tare weight is subtracted from the gross weight. 
GROSSBlue LED - Indicates the scale is in the Gross weight mode. 
All hook weight is displayed minus any zero offset. 
TOTALBlue LED - Indicates the scale is displaying the Total weight.  
This is a temporary display lasting less than five seconds. 
X1000Blue LED - Usually used in conjunction with the TOTAL LED allows 
accumulation of weight beyond the five digit display capacity.
LO BATTAppears when approximately 10% of battery life remains and blinks 
when automatic shutdown is imminent.
kgRed LED - Indicates weight display is in kilograms.
lbRed LED - Indicates weight display is in pounds.
SET POINTS
User programmable set points for early overload warnings. 
Blue LED - Setpoint 1 and 2 
Red LED - Setpoint 3
ACK
Acknowledge LEDs are used to provide feedback to the operator   
Blue LED - Incoming remote  commands hav
 e been received
Red LED - Light briefly once exec ut
 ed. Also used for acknowledging 
successful Auto-Total operations.
RF
Blue LED - Indicates carrier detect for RF remote display equipped 
MSI-3460. If the LED is illuminated, MSI-3460 and remote display are 
linked.  
On units equipped with the RF remote  
 control, the LED is illuminated 
when a remote command is received and for the next half second.  
						

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1.4 Specifications
Accuracy±(0.1% +1d). ‘d’ equals one displayable increment.
ResolutionStandard displayed resolution: 2500-3750’d’. Resolutions to 
10000’d’ (non LFT units only) are possible. Internal A/D resolution 
24 bits.
Standard 
Capacitieslb   250  500  1000  2000  5000  10,000  15,000
kg  125  250  500    1000  2500  5000      7500
PowerBattery operated, 6V rechargeable sealed lead acid battery pack 
(standard Challenger Charger) Typically 50 hours of battery life with 
automatic sleep mode and automatic power off.
DisplayFive digit, large 1.5 in (38 mm) numeric red GaAIAs Light Emitting 
Diode (LED)
Operating Temp-40°F to +122°F (-40°C to +50°C), LFT range -10°C to +40°C
Operating Time50 hours typical/100 hours max. (depends on operating mode)
EnclosureNEMA 4/IP65 powder coated alodined cast aluminum
Load CellStandard 350 Ω Bridge, S-Beam
USERProgrammable multifunction button for use as 
TEST, TOTAL, UNIT, PEAK, NET/GROSS, VIEW TOTAL, LEARN 
(for RF Remote Control), HI-RES
CALFront panel calibration switch (located behind wire sealable screw) 
Initiates full digital calibration procedure
Auto Zero 
Maintenance Standard, can be disabled internally
Auto-Off ModeProlongs battery life by turning POWER off after 15, 30, 45 or 60 
minutes (operator determined) of no scale activity
Auto-Sleep ModeProlongs battery life by dimming LED display after 5, 15, or 30 
minutes of no activity
Unitskg, lb (other units available with custom calibrations)
FilteringSelectable: OFF, Low (LO), Medium (HI-1), High (HI-2)
TotalizationStandard: Press button or automatic; TOTAL weight up to 99999 X 
1000 kg or lb
PeakUses unfiltered faster reading of A/D, (>220 readings per second)
SetpointsThree internal standard setpoints and three ultra bright LEDs on 
front panel
Service CounterTwo independent 32 bit registers; register 1 updated each time 
weight exceeds 25% of capacity; register 2 updated each time 
weight exceeds overload; when register 1 exceeds 16383 or 
register 2 exceeds 1023, display reads “Cnt” for load cell counter; 
Test function shows the two readings in order
ConstructionAll of these features are housed in a single, low-profile, cast 
aluminum housing consisting of three sections:
The front of the scale houses the display, controls and all 
electronics
The center section contains the load cell, lifting eye and hook
The rear of the scale features a quick access battery compartment
Table 1-1. Specifications