MSI 7300 Dynalink 2 Manual

							MSI-7300
Dyna-Link 2 Tension Dynamometer
Operator’s Manual
152160 Rev B 
						

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Contents
1.0 Introduction ................................................................................ 1
1.1 Safety .......................................................................................... 2
1.2 Key Descriptions  ........................................................................ 3
1.3 General Information  ................................................................... 4
1.4 MSI-7300 Annunciators  ............................................................. 6
1.5 Specifications ............................................................................. 7
1.5.1 Standard Capacities and Resolution  ..........................................8
1.6 Features ...................................................................................... 9
1.7 Options ..................................................................................... 10
1.8 Unpacking ................................................................................ 10
1.9 Assembly .................................................................................. 10
1.10 Battery Replacement  ............................................................... 11
2.0 Operation .................................................................................. 12
2.1 Power ....................................................................................... 12
2.2 Zero .......................................................................................... 12
3.0 User Key Functions (F1and F2)  ................................................ 13
3.1 OFF ........................................................................................... 13
3.2 TEST ......................................................................................... 13
3.3 TOTAL ....................................................................................... 13
3.3.1 MANUAL TOTAL  .....................................................................13
3.3.2 AUTO TOTAL  ..........................................................................14
3.4 Clear Total  ................................................................................ 14
3.5 Net / Gross  ............................................................................... 14
3.6 TARE ......................................................................................... 14
3.6.1 To Tare and Display the Net Tension  .......................................15
3.6.2 To Clear the Tare and Revert to Gross Tension  .......................15
3.6.3 Tare- Rules for Use:  ................................................................15
3.7 PEAK HOLD .............................................................................. 15
3.8 2-UNITS/ 5-UNITS  .................................................................... 16
3.9 HI-RES ...................................................................................... 17
3.10 PRINT ....................................................................................... 17
4.0 Dyna-Link Setup  ....................................................................... 18
4.1 Menu Map  ................................................................................ 18
4.2 Function Keys  .......................................................................... 19
4.3 Auto-Off .................................................................................... 20
4.4 Setpoints .................................................................................. 21
4.5 Total Mode  ............................................................................... 23
4.6 Units .......................................................................................... 24
4.7 Filter Setup  ............................................................................... 25
5.0 Calibration ................................................................................ 26
5.1 Calibration Menu  ...................................................................... 26
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5.2 Initial Calibration  ...................................................................... 29
5.3 Guidelines for Capacity and Resolution  ................................. 31
5.4 C-Cal Calibration ...................................................................... 32
5.5 Auto Zero Maintenance (AZM)  ................................................ 34
5.6 Service Counters ...................................................................... 35
6.0 Communication Setup  ............................................................. 36
6.1 RF Option  ................................................................................. 36
6.2 Printer Setup  ............................................................................ 37
6.2.1 Standard Print Strings  .............................................................38
6.2.2 Printer Output Setup  ...............................................................39
6.3 Comm Port Hardware  .............................................................. 41
6.4 802.15.4 RF Network Setup  ..................................................... 42
6.5 FCC Statement (For 802.15.4 Option)  ..................................... 45
6.6 International RF CERTS (For 802.15.4 Option)  ....................... 45
7.0 Appendix .................................................................................. 46
7.1 Troubleshooting ....................................................................... 46
7.2 Error Codes  .............................................................................. 48
7.3 Mechanical Dimensions ........................................................... 49
7.4 Firmware Update Procedure  ................................................... 50
The MSI Limited Warranty  ............................................................52 
						

							Introduction     1
1.0 Introduction
The MSI-7300 Dyna-Link 2  is a combination of the sound and proven mechanical 
design of the industry standard Dyna-Link with today’s most advanced electronics to 
provide a superb feature set unmatched  by any dynamometer in its class or price 
range. 
The  Dyna-Link 2 is vers at
 ile, reliable, accurate, and easy to operate. The multi-
purpose tension dynamometer is ideal for situations in which headroom is at a 
minimum. It is designed w ith safety factors exceeding th e industry standard and is 
fully sealed for outdoor use in any weather. 
A remote display option is available to fu rther enhance the safe
 ty and usability. The 
optional RF remote display allows tension monitoring from a distance and adds the 
ability to print and store data.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact 
MSI Scales
Phone (toll free): 1-800-874-4320  
MSI SCALESAuthorized distributors and their employees can view or download this 
manual from the MSI Scales distributor 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 
are e xposed when guards are removed.
Indicates information about procedures that, if not observed, 
could result in damage to equipment 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 this manual. Contact 
any Measure ment 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 ht
  taking or dynamic load monitoring.
DO NOT use any load bearing  component that is
  worn beyond 5% of the original 
dimension.
DO NOT use the dynamometer if any of  th
 e components of the load train are 
cracked, deformed, or sh ow signs of fatigue.
DO NOT exceed the rated load limit of the dynamometer, rigging elements, or the 
li fti

ng structure.
DO NOT allow multi-point contact with the shackles of the dynamomet
 er unit.
DO NOT allow high torque on the dynamo meter unless it is specificall
 y designed 
for high torque.
DO NOT make alterations or modifications t o
  the dynamometer or the shackles.
DO NOT use improperly rated or size d shackles. Use only MSI recommended 
shackl
 es.
DO NOT remove or obscure warning labels.
For guidelines on the safe rigging  and lo

ading 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 Dyna-Link 2. Any repair
 s are to be 
performed by qualified service personnel only. 
						

							Function key LEDsBattery low
Stable
Center of zero
5 Digit 1.22 in (31mm)
Sunlight visible 
LCD Tension Display  Units with maximum capacity of 
100000 lb and up come with a 6 digit  
1 in (26 mm) display.
Note
Setpoint
alarm LEDs Units & tension
mode annunciators
User programmable 
function keys
Introduction      3
Figure 1-1. MSI-7300 Front Panel
1.2 Key Descriptions
POWER
Power Key - Turns the Dyna-Link 2 on and off.
                      Used as cancel or last menu in the menu mode.
ZERO
Zero Key  - Used to zero out residual tension on the link.
                   Used as enter or save in the menu mode
Common uses are units change or peak hold for dynamic testing. 
F1 - Pr ogrammable to user sel
 ectable functions, see Section 3.0. 
       Default – peak hold. 
       Functions as the ENTER/SELECT key in the menu mode.
F2  - Programmable to user selectable functions, see  Se
 ction 3.0. 
        Default – display & function test. 
        Functions as the scroll key  in the menu mode. 
						

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1.3 General Information
1. If the text is discussing a function key, the function key will be displayed as Fx-
YYYYY
  with the programmed user key function in italics. F1 and F2 can both be 
programmed to all avai lable user functions.
2. If a function key doe s not work, it is probably becaus
 e the Dyna-Link 2 is not 
setup to support the key. For example, if the Function key is set for TOTAL, you 
must also setup the TOTAL mode in the setup menu.
3. When in setup menus, the  ZERO key drops b
 ack one menu level. At the root 
menu level, the  ZERO  key stores the changes and returns to the tension mode.
4. When in setup menus, the  PO
 WER key returns you directly to the tension 
display without storing the changes. 
						

							5000 lbs / 2500 KGMAXIMUM CAPACITY
7300
lb
Top shackle interfaceCotter pins
Battery 
access 
cover
Bottom shackle interface RS-232 port
Introduction     5
Figure 1-2. Dyna-Link 2 
						

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1.4 MSI-7300 Annunciators 
The Dyna-Link 2  uses LCD annunciators to indicate tension mode and other 
information.
Figure 1-3. MSI7300 Annunciators
Stable – indicates the tension force ha s settled within the motion window 
(usually ±1d). 
When standstill is off, the link will not zero, tare, or totalize.
Center-of-Zero – Indicates the te ns
 ion is within 1/4 d of zero.
BTLow Battery – Appears when approximately 10% of battery life remains. 
The BT symbol blinks when automatic shutdown is imminent. 
PkPEAK- Indicates peak hold mode. 
TtlTOTAL – Indicates the unit is displa ying the total accumulated weight. 
This is a temporary display la sting less than five seconds.
NetNET – Indicates the unit is in the net tension mode. 
A tare weight is subtracted from the gross tension.
M
Metric Ton – In conjunction with the ton annunciator, indicates the unit is 
displaying metric tons. 
When used with the total display, it is used for X1000 to allow 
accumulation of

 weight beyond the five digit display capacity. 
It is also used with the service count ers when the num
 ber of lifts exceeds 
five digits.
kgkg – Indicates tension display is in kilograms.
kNkN – Indicates the tension display is in kilonewtons.
lblb – Indicates tension display is in pounds.
To n
Ton – Illuminated alone, in dicates the unit is displaying in US short tons 
(1 ton = 2000 lb). 
When illuminated along with the ‘M’ th e 
 unit is displaying in metric tons 
(1 metric ton = 1000 kg)
SETPOINTS – User programmable setpoi nts for early overload warnings. 
Setpoints 1 and 2 are high brightness red LEDs
F1 F2 – These blue LEDs are used to  indicate various operational features 
of functions programmed into the F1 and F2 keys. 
Example: In peak hold mode the a ssoci
 ated LED will blink whenever a 
new peak reading is captured.
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