Engineering Note

IND690 Terminal
WM / WMH Weighing Module

Operation of WM weighing modules

and WMH weighing platforms
with an IND690 industrial terminal

Engineering Note

Contents
1

Introduction ..............................................................................................3

Configuration ............................................................................................3
2.1
2.2

2.2.1
2.2.2

3.1

Direct Talk .....................................................................................................5

3.2

Remote Talk ..................................................................................................6

3.3
3.4

MT-SICS commands of the IND690 ..................................................................6

Restart ..........................................................................................................7

3.5

Control mode x10 ..........................................................................................7

3.6

Totaling scale (scales in parallel) ....................................................................8

3.7

Menu item Scale ............................................................................................8

3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3

3.4.1
3.4.2
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.7.1

Description............................................................................................................ 5
Terminal setting ..................................................................................................... 5
Display information items ....................................................................................... 5
Key designations ................................................................................................... 5
Description............................................................................................................ 6
Display information items ....................................................................................... 6
Command set........................................................................................................ 6

Description............................................................................................................ 7
Terminal setting ..................................................................................................... 7
Description............................................................................................................ 7
Terminal setting ..................................................................................................... 7
Description............................................................................................................ 8
Terminal setting ..................................................................................................... 8
Terminal setting ..................................................................................................... 8

Annex ......................................................................................................9
4.1

Typical configurations.....................................................................................9

4.2

Referenced documents..................................................................................11

4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3

Connection diagram for an RS232 connection .......................................................... 4

Connection diagram for an RS422 connection .......................................................... 4

Functionality .............................................................................................5
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4

System structure.............................................................................................3
Connection diagram .......................................................................................4

Connection of the WM / WMH weighing module via a ConModule............................... 9

Connection of a WM Ex / WMH Ex weighing module via a PSU................................... 9
Direct connetion of a WX weighing module ............................................................. 10

Figures ..................................................................................................11

1 Introduction
With the WM / WMH product line, METTLER TOLEDO offers weighing technology for the automation industry that is optimal with regard to speed, ruggedness, precision, and direct integration.
The WM / WMH high-performance sensors (weighing modules) can be optimally connected to the
IND690 industrial terminal with extended functionality as from Software Version 2.0, as well as to a
computer (PC) or process control system (PLC). The DIRECT TALK and REMOTE TALK functionalities allow direct communication with a connected weighing module. The direct communication allows freely
chosen commands to be sent directly to the weighing module, which makes configuration of the weighing module simple. With DIRECT TALK, the weighing module can be completely configured by the
IND690, without connection of a PC.

2 Configuration
2.1

System structure

Operation of a weighing module on an IND690 requires a ConModule and a power supply from the system side (or power supply unit (PSU) for Ex Zone 1 weighing modules), because the IND690 cannot
directly supply the weighing module with the necessary operating voltage. For the connection, an RS232
(point-point) or RS422 (for large distances) is available. Corresponding cables are available. The
IND690 supports up to four scales with the METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set (MTSICS). The corresponding interface cards are built into the IND690.
The terminal can also be connected directly to a PC via the terminal interface COM1 (RS232) (interface
configuration, see 3.3, page 6).
Power supply
1028V
110-240V

COM 25

IND690

SPS

Connection cable
WM / WMH
COM1

RS422 (recommended) or RS232

RS232

or
PC

Figure 1: System structure IND690 weighing module

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2.2

Connection diagram

As described in sections 2.2.1 and 2.2.2, an IND690 is connected to the weighing module via a ConModule (see [4]). Depending on the distance between the terminal and the ConModule or weighing
module, an RS232 or RS422 connection can be used. Provided that the specification is met, and the
correct baud rate is used, the RS422 allows a length of up to 1200 meters.
The voltage supply to the weighing module is from a separate supply on the ConModule.
The article numbers for typical configurations are listed in section 4.1 on page 9.
Recommendation: So that the RS232 remains available as service interface, METTLER TOLEDO recommends using the RS422 as connection between the IND690 and the ConModule.

2.2.1 Connection diagram for an RS232 connection

Terminal ConModule
Signal ConModule
Cable
Color
Pin on plug IND690
Signal IND690
Interface IND690

1
2
3
4
RXD:
TxD
RTS
CTS
See 4.1, page 9
White
Green
Yellow
Brown
2
3
8
4
TxD
RxD
CTS
RTS
RS232-690 configuration: SICS-SCALE

5
GND

6
Shield

Gray
6
GND

Braid
1
Shield

2.2.2 Connection diagram for an RS422 connection

Terminal ConModule
Signal ConModule
Cable
Color
Pin on plug IND690
Signal IND690
Interface IND690

7
8
9
10
11
Rx+
RxTx+
TxShield
See 4.1, page 9
Green
Yellow
Gray
Pink
Braid
3
4
6
5
Plug
TxD+
TxDRxD+
RxDShield
RS232-690 configuration: SICS-SCALE
Interface module: switch 1 and 6: ON and 2-5: OFF (see [2])

3 Functionality
For the WM and WMH weighing modules in conjunction with the IND690, many functions are available.
In each case, the full update rate is maintained.
The functionalities described below are not all the functionalities that are available. The complete description of the functionality, and an overview of the available applications such as, for example,
IND690 Count, is contained in the IND690 Operating Instructions [3] .

3.1

Direct Talk

3.1.1 Description
With the DIRECT TALK configuration, individual commands can be sent to a weighing module as an
ASCII character string. The terminal adds the end-of-line (<cr><lf>) automatically. The commands are
input either directly via the terminal, or via a PC keyboard that is connected to the terminal (interface
card).
The responses are displayed on the terminal; multiline responses are possible. The function keys F1 / F2
can be used to page through a multiline response (up to 40 lines).

3.1.2 Terminal setting

MODE

TERMINAL

APPLICATION

SCALE

INTERFACES

SERVICE

SCALE SICS n (CH: x)

DIRECT TALK
.
Figure 2: IND690 DIRECT TALK menu

3.1.3 Display information items

COMx
SEND
RECD

x = port number of the weighing module

Command that was sent to the weighing module
Response received from the weighing module

Figure 3: DIRECT TALK display

3.1.4 Key designations

F1 / F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
<>
^v

<>
NEW
EDIT
ENDE
SEND

Up / down for multiline responses

The command is input via the display or
Input new command to be sent
Edit last command
an external PC keyboard
Quit DIRECT TALK; the terminal is re-started
Send the command to the weighing module
Page through long responses right / left
Switch display keyboard between upper case, lower case, and special characters

3.2

Remote Talk

Engineering Note

3.2.1 Description
REMOTE TALK mode enables a direct connection to be set up between a computer (for example the
WM_Terminal or Microsoft HyperTerminal) and a weighing module via the IND690. Only one connection is possible. To change between several weighing modules, the connection must always be
stopped. The IND690 is then re-started.
The communication is displayed on the terminal with the end-of-line (<cr><lf>) suppressed. The communication commands (see [1]) comprise the command set of the respective weighing module.
The communication supports the full update rate (depending on the specific weighing module that is
connected).

3.2.2 Display information items

COMx
SEND
RECD

x = port number of the weighing module

The command that was sent to the weighing module
Response received from the weighing module

Figure 4: REMOTE TALK display

3.2.3 Command set

Command

RTS_ScaleID

Responses

RTS_A
RTS_L
RTS_I

Start REMOTE TALK

ScaleID matches the ID of the scale (according to the display)

[14]
Command executed successfully
Command understood, but cannot be executed
Invalid command, incorrect scale type connected

As soon as REMOTE TALK mode is activated, any interface command decribed in [1] can be sent to the
weighing module.
Command

RTE

Responses

RTE_A
RTE_L
RTE_I

3.3

Stop REMOTE TALK

The terminal is then re-started
REMOTE TALK was successfully stopped
REMOTE TALK cannot be stopped
REMOTE TALK is not switched on

MT-SICS commands of the IND690

The COM1 interface of the terminal serves to exchange data with a computer or SPS. In DIALOG MODE,
the MT-SICS command set can be activated (MASTERMODE - INTERFACES - COMx - RS232 - MODE DIALOG MODE SICS). This makes it possible to communicate with the terminal by using MT_SICS
commands. When doing so, it is important to note that the MT-SICS commands are not transmitted unchanged 1:1 by the terminal (as in REMOTE TALK), but interpreted. The command is sent to the scale
that is currently active in the display.
The complete list of the compatible MT-SICS commands is contained in the Operating Instructions:
IND690 Base (see [3], Chapter 6.4).

3.4

Restart

3.4.1 Description
The Restart functionality of the IND690 allows the original status to be recreated after a loss of voltage
on the weighing module. With the RESTART ON configuration, the tare and zero values are permanently
stored in the terminal. After a voltage interruption, the IND690 writes the respective values back into the
weighing module.

3.4.2 Terminal setting

MODE

TERMINAL

APPLICATION

SCALE

INTERFACES

SERVICE

SCALE SICS n (CH: x)

RESTART

ON

OFF

.
Figure 5: IND690 restart menu

3.5

Control mode x10

3.5.1 Description
Control mode x10 allows an additional display position a so-called auxiliary numerical increment
on the WMH / WMH Ex weighing modules. This corresponds to the command MOD 1 or MOD 0 which
is described in the MT-SICS Manual (see [1]).
With Control Mode switched on, the weight value is marked on the terminal with an asterisk (*).
Important: When Control Mode is switched off, all user modes are also switched off! With Increased
Display Resolution or Open Zero, this mode must be re-set (see [1]).

3.5.2 Terminal setting

Setting is done with function key F4 in Master Mode.

Figure 6: Control mode display

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3.6

Totaling scale (scales in parallel)

3.6.1 Description
In the PARALLEL SCALE - Totaling Scale operating mode (see [3], Chapter 3.6.2), totaling of the weight
values of up to four weighing modules is possible. When this operating mode is activated, the respective weighing modules that are used in the totaling are selected.
The SCALES key can be used to switch between the measurement values of the individual weighing
modules and the total. Instead of the number of the weighing cell, the display shows a total sign ().

3.6.2 Terminal setting

MODE

TERMINAL

APPLICATION

SCALE

INTERFACES

SERVICE

SERIAL SCALE

MODE SCALES

PARALLEL SCALE

Figure 7: IND690 SCALES IN PARALLEL - totaling scale

3.7

Menu item Scale

Under the menu item SCALE, several functions are available that depend on the scale that is connected.
For the weighing modules, the functions that are listed below are possible. Further information is contained in the Operating Instructions (see [3]).

3.7.1 Terminal setting

MODE

TERMINAL

APPLICATION

SCALE

INTERFACES

SERVICE

SCALE SICS n (CH: x)

DIRECT TALK
TEST WEIGHT
TEST CALIBRATION

INTERNAL

AUTOZERO

ON

OFF

AUTOTARE

ON

OFF

RESTART

ON

OFF

SECOND UNIT
DISPLAY UPDATE
RESET SCALE
Figure 8: Overview IND690 - menu item SCALE

EXTERNAL

4 Annex
4.1

Typical configurations

4.1.1 Connection of the WM / WMH weighing module via a ConModule

SPS

2
RS232: 5 und 6a oder 6b

4a oder 4b

RS422: 7 und 8

PC
Figure 9: Typical configuration via a ConModule

No.

Article number

See [5]

Designation
WM or WMH weighing modules
WM / WMH cable, 19-pin plug, straight or angled
ConModule (DIN rail) or ConBox (42102800)
IND690 terminal
RS232 cable, 9-pin (female), 3 m for connection to a PC
Plug (8-pin) and own cable for connection to an SPS/PLC

2
42102811
3
22011901
4a
00504374
4b
00503756
Connection via RS232
5
22011953
RS232 interface card for installation in the IND690 terminal
6a
22006795
RS232 cable, 9-pin (male) for SICS balances via the service connector
6b
00503756
Plug (8-pin) and own cable for connection to the ConModule
Connection via RS422 (recommended)
7
22011956
RS422 interface card for installation in the IND690 terminal
8
00204933
Cable (3 m) for RS422 with open end

4.1.2 Connection of a WM Ex / WMH Ex weighing module via a PSU

2

SPS

3
6

4a oder 4b
PC

Figure 10: Typical configuration via a PSU

No.

Article number

See [5]

2
3
4a
4b
5
6

22008525
22011901
00504374
00503756
22011953
22003832

Designation
WM Ex or WMH Ex weighing modules
Terminal box and Ex cable (blue)
Power supply unit (PSU) with RS232 interface
IND690 terminal
RS232 cable, 9-pin, 3 m for connection to a PC
Plug (8-pin) and own cable for connection to an SPS/PLC
RS232 interface card for installation in the IND690 terminal
PSU IND690 connection cable (4 m)

4.1.3 Direct connetion of a WX weighing module

Engineering Note

10

SPS

3
RS232: 2

4a oder 4b
PC

Figure 11: Typical configuration for WXT / WXS

No.
1
2
3
4a
4b
5

Article number
See [5]
22015128
22011901
00504374
00503756
22011953

Designation
WXT / WXS weighing module
RS232 cable, 9-pin (male) for SICS balances including power supplay
IND690 terminal
RS232 cable, 9-pin (female), 3 m for connection to a PC
Plug (8-pin) and own cable for connection to an SPS/PLC
RS232 interface card for installation in the IND690 terminal
Important: The voltage must be changed from 5V
(factory) to 12V (BR2 bridge unpick and BR3
close).

4.2
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
[5]

Referenced documents
Reference Manual, Standard Interface Command Set for WM and WMH Weighing Modules MTSICS (42101959)
Installation Information, Weighing Terminals IND690 / IND690xx / IND690-24V (22012803)
Operating Instructions, IND690 Base (22012808)
ConModule, Installation and Operating Instructions (42102823)
Weighing Components Catalog (44099884)

5 Figures
Figure 1: System structure IND690 weighing module ....................................................................... 3
Figure 2: IND690 DIRECT TALK menu ......................................................................................... 5
Figure 3: DIRECT TALK display ...................................................................................................... 5
Figure 4: REMOTE TALK display..................................................................................................... 6
Figure 5: IND690 restart menu ...................................................................................................... 7
Figure 6: Control mode display...................................................................................................... 7
Figure 7: IND690 SCALES IN PARALLEL - totaling scale................................................................. 8
Figure 8: Overview IND690 - menu item SCALE............................................................................... 8
Figure 9: Typical configuration via a ConModule ............................................................................. 9
Figure 10: Typical configuration via a PSU...................................................................................... 9
Figure 11: Typical configuration for WXT / WXS............................................................................. 10
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