KERN & Sohn GmbH

Ziegelei 1 Phone: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0

D-72336 Balingen Fax: +49-[0]7433-9933-149
E-Mail: info@kern-sohn.com Internet: www.kern-sohn.com

Operating and Installation

Instructions
Digital weighing platform

KERN KDP
Version 1.2
2020-10
GB

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 KERN KDP
GB Version 1.2 2020-10
Operating and installation instructions
Digital weighing platform

Contents
1 Technical data ................................................................................................ 3
2 Declaration of conformity ............................................................................. 4
3 Appliance overview ....................................................................................... 5
4 Basic Information (General) .......................................................................... 6
4.1 Proper use .................................................................................................................................. 6
4.2 Improper Use .............................................................................................................................. 6
4.3 Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 6
4.4 Monitoring of Test Resources .................................................................................................... 7
5 Basic Safety Precautions .............................................................................. 7
5.1 Pay attention to the instructions in the Operation Manual.......................................................... 7
5.2 Personnel training....................................................................................................................... 7
6 Transport and storage ................................................................................... 7
6.1 Testing upon acceptance ........................................................................................................... 7
6.2 Packaging / return transport ....................................................................................................... 7
7 Unpacking and placing.................................................................................. 8
7.1 Installation Site, Location of Use ................................................................................................ 8
7.2 Unpacking and checking ............................................................................................................ 8
7.3 Assembly and installation ........................................................................................................... 9
8 Connection to your system ......................................................................... 10
8.1 USB .......................................................................................................................................... 10
8.2 Bluetooth .................................................................................................................................. 10
8.3 Ethernet .................................................................................................................................... 11
8.3.1 Read-out the IP address........................................................................................................... 11
8.3.2 Connecting the weighing platform to a network ....................................................................... 19
8.4 WLAN ....................................................................................................................................... 21
9 Adjustment ................................................................................................... 23
10 Carrying out measurements ....................................................................... 24
10.1 Using your own software .......................................................................................................... 24
10.1.1 Request weight values ......................................................................................................... 24
10.1.2 Zeroing and taring ................................................................................................................ 24
10.2 Using the BalanceConnection software ................................................................................... 24
10.2.1 Functions .............................................................................................................................. 27
11 Downloads .................................................................................................... 27

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1 Technical data

KERN (type) KDP 300-3 KDP 3000-2

Item number/type TKDP 300-3-A TKDP 3000-2-A
Readability (d) 0.001 g 0.01 g
Weighing range (max) 350 g 3.5 kg
Reproducibility 0.002 g 0.02 g
Linearity ± 0.005 g ± 0.05 g
Recommended
adjusting weight not 350 g (F1) 3 kg (F1)
supplied (class)
Warm-up time 120 min 120 min

Net weight (kg) 1,2 1,6

Glass wind screen yes no

Dimensions fully
mounted (W x D x H) 165 x 166 x 140 mm 165 x 166 x 75 mm
mm

Dimensions (W x D x H) outside: 157 x 157 x 80 -

mm inside: 146 x 146 x 80 -
Weighing surface,
105 mm 165 x 165 mm
stainless steel

Permissible
+5° C to +35° C
ambient condition
Humidity of air 80 % relative (not condensing)
Electric Supply USB
Interfaces USB-Host/Master (Standard)
WLAN (factory option; KERN KDP-A01)
Ethernet (factory option; KERN KDP-A02)
Bluetooth 4.0 (factory option; KERN KDP-A03)

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KERN (type) KDP 10K-3 KDP 10K-4
Item number/type TKDP 10K-3-A TKDP 10K-4-A
Readability (d) 1g 0.1 g
Weighing range (max) 10 kg 10 kg
Reproducibility 1g 0.1 g
Linearity 3g 0.3 g

Recommended
adjusting weight not 10 kg (M1) 10 kg (F1)
supplied (class)
Warm-up time 30 min 120 min

Net weight (kg) 1.4 1.4

Glass wind screen no

Dimensions fully
mounted (W x D x H) 165 x 166 x 75 mm
mm
Weighing surface,
165 x 165 mm
stainless steel

Permissible
+5° C to +35° C
ambient condition
Humidity of air 80 % relative (not condensing)
Electric Supply USB
Interfaces USB-Host/Master (Standard)
WLAN (factory option; KERN KDP-A01)
Ethernet (factory option; KERN KDP-A02)
Bluetooth 4.0 (factory option; KERN KDP-A03)

2 Declaration of conformity
The current EC/EU Conformity declaration can be found online in:

www.kern-sohn.com/ce

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3 Appliance overview

Model d = 0.001 g

Models d > 0.01 g

Pos. Description
1 Glass wind screen
2 Weighing plate
3 Footscrews
4 Connections
5 Spirit level (for models d > 0.01 g under the weighing
plate)

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4 Basic Information (General)
4.1 Proper use
The weighing platform you purchased is intended to determine the weight value of
material to be weighed. It is intended to be used as a “non-automatic weighing
system”, i.e. the material to be weighed is manually and carefully placed in the centre
of the weighing plate. As soon as a stable weight value is reached the weight value
can be read.

4.2 Improper Use

Do not use the digital weighing platform for dynamic weighing. In the event that small
quantities are removed or added to the material to be weighed, incorrect weighing
results can be displayed due to the “stability compensation“ in the display unit.
(Example: Slowly draining fluids from a container on the balance.)
Do not leave permanent load on the weighing plate. This may damage the measuring
system.
Impacts and overloading exceeding the stated maximum load (max) of the weighing
plate, minus a possibly existing tare load, must be strictly avoided. This may damage
the weighing plate or the digital weighing platform.
The digital weighing platform should never be operated in area where there is a risk
of explosion. The serial version is not explosion protected.
The construction of the digital weighing platform may not be changed. This may lead
to incorrect weighing results, safety-related faults and destruction of the display unit.
The digital weighing platform may only be used as specified here. Other areas of use
must be released by KERN in writing.

4.3 Warranty
Warranty claims shall be voided in case

• Our conditions in the operation manual are ignored

• The appliance is used outside the described uses
• The appliance is modified or opened
• Mechanical damage or damage by media, liquids, natural wear and tear
• The appliance is improperly set up or incorrectly electrically connected
• The measuring system is overloaded

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4.4 Monitoring of Test Resources
In the framework of quality assurance the measuring-related properties of the digital
platform and, if applicable, the testing weight, must be checked regularly. The
responsible user must define a suitable interval as well as type and scope of this test.
Information is available on KERN’s home page (www.kern-sohn.com with regard to
the monitoring of display units’ test substances and the test weights required for this.
In KERN’s accredited DKD calibration laboratory test weights and digital weighing
platforms may be calibrated (return to the national standard) fast and at moderate
cost.

5 Basic Safety Precautions

5.1 Pay attention to the instructions in the Operation Manual

 Carefully read this operation manual before setup and

commissioning, even if you are already familiar with KERN balances.

5.2 Personnel training

The appliance may only be operated and maintained by trained personnel.

6 Transport and storage

6.1 Testing upon acceptance
When receiving the appliance, please check packaging immediately, and the
appliance itself when unpacking for possible visible damage.

6.2 Packaging / return transport

 Keep all parts of the original packaging for a possibly

required return.
 Only use original packaging for returning.
 Prior to dispatch disconnect all cables and remove
loose/mobile parts.
 Reattach possibly supplied transport securing devices.
 Secure all parts such as the glass wind screen, the
weighing plate, power unit etc. against shifting and damage.

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7 Unpacking and placing
7.1 Installation Site, Location of Use
The digital weighing platforms are designed in a way that reliable weighing results
are achieved in common conditions of use.
Precise and fast work is achieved by selecting the right place for your digital weighing
platform and your weighing plate.

On the installation site observe the following:

• Place the weighing platform on a firm, level surface;

• Avoid extreme heat as well as temperature fluctuation caused by installing
next to a radiator or in the direct sunlight;
• Protect the digital weighing platform from direct draughts from open windows
and doors;
• Avoid jarring during weighing;
• Protect the digital weighing platform from high air humidity, fumes and dust;
• Do not expose the digital weighing platform to strong humidity for extended
periods. Non-permitted condensation (condensation of air humidity on the
appliance) may occur if a cold appliance is taken to a considerably warmer
environment. In this case, acclimatize the disconnected appliance for ca. 2
hours at room temperature.
• Avoid static charge of goods to be weighed or weighing container.

Major display deviations (incorrect weighing results) may be experienced should

electromagnetic fields (e.g. due to mobile phones or radio equipment), static
electricity accumulations or instable power supply occur. Change location or remove
source of interference.

7.2 Unpacking and checking

Take the digital weighing platform out of the packaging, remove the packaging
material and install at the designated workstation. Check if that there has been no
damage and that all packing items are present.

Scope of delivery / serial accessories:

• Digital weighing platform, see chapter. 3
• Mains adapter
• USB A to USB B cable
• These installation instructions
• Description of interfaces (KCP-ZB)
• KERN BalanceConnection software (online operating
instructions)

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7.3 Assembly and installation

The correct location is a key factor in the accuracy of the weighing results.

 Levelling

Exact alignment and stable installation are an essential

requirement for repeatable results. You can
compensate for minor unevenness or tilts of the
footprint by levelling the weighing balance.
Level balance with foot screws until the air bubble of the
water balance is in the prescribed circle.
Check levelling regularly.

 Installation of weighing plate

 Connection to the power supply (USB)
using the enclosed power pack or the USB host (e.g. computer)

In order to obtain exact results with the electronic balances, the digital
weighing platform must have reached the operating temperature (see warming
up time chap. 1). The digital weighing platform must be connected to the power
supply during this warming up period.
The accuracy of the digital weighing platform is dependent on the local
acceleration due to gravity.
Strictly observe hints in chapter Adjustment.
 Connection to your system (configuration) as described in the chapter 8

 Carry out adjustment as described in the chapter 9

 Communication and using the balance via the interface protocol (see
interface protocol description)

The chapter 10.1 describes the ideal way to use the balance using the
BalanceConnection software.

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8 Connection to your system
The digital weighing platform is configured and operated using the KCP
communication protocol and the built-in interfaces. KCP is described in the additional
KCP-ZB interface description (enclosed and available online). The following sections
describe how to connect the weighing platform to your system using your preferred
communications interface.

KCP (KERN Communications Protocol):

KCP is a standardized set of interface commands for KERN balances and

other appliances, which allows all of the relevant parameters and functions to
be called up and controlled. KERN devices that have KCP can use it to
connect easily to computers, industrial control systems and other digital
systems.

8.1 USB
Connect the device to the host computer using the enclosed USB cable. It will be
recognized as a virtual COM port and will be assigned a corresponding numbered
connection.

Example (Microsoft Windows Device Manager):

In modern devices the USB driver required for the weighing platform has already
been pre-installed. If the system is not recognized automatically, you can obtain the
correct driver from the Downloads area at http://www.kern-sohn.com.

8.2 Bluetooth
The weighing platform is optionally available with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and
will then be visible to Bluetooth Master devices using its serial number.

To access this, please use an appropriate software programme / app which supports
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Applications using Bluetooth Classic (BLC) will not
work.

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8.3 Ethernet
The weighing platform’s factory setting uses DHCP, i.e. it connects automatically to
your network. The system can communicate using the UDP protocol (Port 187) and
also the Telnet protocol (Port 23).
To request and configure the weighing platform’s IP address, connect it to the
computer using the USB cable (see "USB" chapter) and use the following commands
to request or set the network configuration, in this example with KERN
BalanceConnection:

8.3.1 Read-out the IP address

Download the KERN BalanceConnection:

https://www.kern-sohn.com/de/Balance%20Connection

If this message appears:

it is recommended to download and to install the KERN BalanceConnection as a zip-

file.
If this window appears, click „Nevertheless execute“:

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In the start screen of KERN BalanceConnection select the so-called „Expert mode“.

Click the symbol right below:

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Add the weighing platform in expert mode. For this purpose click „Add device“:

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A list of the available devices appears. In this list select „KDP“ and right above click
„Import“. The weighing platform has now been added.

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After having selected the device from the list, the following window opens
automatically:

In the window „KDP-properties“ fill-out the fields accordingly and below right click the
field „Import“.

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„KDP“ is now displayed.
As next click the corresponding COM-Port below in the window „Interfaces” and
activate this port with mouse click on the right.
(the respective Com-Port appears as soon as the balance has been plugged-in.)

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The enabled COM-Port is now reported as active by the green dot. When clicking this
port on the right, the menu appears again. Click „Open console“.

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The following remote commands can now be used:

• JNEA: Query / set network address (IP)

• JNEK: Query / set network mask
• JNEG: Query / set gateway address

Here is an example: “JNEA”:

Enter the required command in the text field and confirm with the hook :

The weighing platform can then be accessed through the following ports:

• TCP:23 (Telnet)
• UDP:187 (Raw)

After the IP-address of the balance having been read-out,

the balance can now be connected to a network via the Ethernet interface.

Connect the weighing platform to the power supply via a 5V/1A mains
adapter.

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8.3.2 Connecting the weighing platform to a network

First the weighing platform is connected to the network via the Ethernet interface.
According to the required task of the balance, the corresponding interface is selected
in the network.
In this example „TCP/IP Client“

Select the IP Port properties and enter the IP address of the balance. Then enter
Port 23 according to the type of connection (here TCP). Then click „Apply“ and close
the window with „X“:

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Now the required port has been added and enabled. By clicking the port on the right
the menu appears. Click „Open console“.

Now the balance can be addressed to by remote commands from the network.

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8.4 WLAN
 After switching-on without configuration, the weighing platform creates first a
WLAN access point named "AI-Thinker_xxxxxx.
 Connect the weighing platform to the computer via this access point.
 In a web browser enter the IP-address 192.168.4.1 of the weighing platform.
The configuration website will appear. The static IP will be assigned via the
KCP-commands.

A Select operating mode "apsta"

B Enter WLAN-network name and the corresponding password
C Save settings and restart target software (reboot button)

(s. fig.:)

D Separate connection to the PC (access point) and disconnect power

supply of the weighing platform.

Should settings have been made on the device, make sure that afterwards the
power supply to the weighing platform is disconnected.
Only then the settings will be imported.
Update (reboot-button) and saving (save-button) are not sufficient.

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E • Reconnect the weighing platform to the power supply,
• Restore connection to the PC (access point),
• Invoke the configuration website and check the IP-address.

(s. fig.:)

F Close the configuration website, connect the PC to the selected network

G Open the target software (e.g. KERN Balance Connection) and enter the
IP-address and port 23.

(s. fig.:)

For inquiry of the configuration allocated via DHCP, as well as to the specific/static
configuration of the IP-address, subnet-mask or the gateway, the KCP-commands
JNWx can be used.

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9 Adjustment
As the acceleration value due to gravity is not the same at every location on earth,
every digital weighing platform must be coordinated - in compliance with the
underlying physical weighing principle - to the existing acceleration due to gravity at
its place of location (only if the weighing system has not already been adjusted to the
location in the factory). This adjustment process must be carried out for the first
commissioning, after each change of location as well as in case of fluctuating
environment temperature. To receive accurate measuring values it is also
recommended to adjust the digital weighing platform in weighing operation.

• Prepare the required adjustment weight. The adjustment weight to be

used depends on the capacity of the weighing system. Carry out
adjustment as near as possible to the weighing system’s maximum
weight. Info about test weights can be found on the Internet at:
http://www.kern-sohn.com.
• Observe stable environmental conditions. Stabilisation requires a certain
warm-up time.

Performance of adjustment

Adjustment can be initiated using the commands "JAGZ", "JAGL" as well as "JAS" in
the KCP protocol.

1) Emptying the weighing pan.

2) Sending the command to adjust the zero point ("JAGZ").

The balance sends a confirmation ("JAGZ A"), and the value of the required
adjustment weight.

3) Place the adjustment weight on the balance.

4) Send the command to accept the adjustment load ("JAGL").

The balance sends a confirmation ("JAGL A").

5) Save the adjustment using the command "JAS".

The balance sends a confirmation („JAS A“).
The adjustment was successfully carried out.

This chapter 10.1 describes the ideal way to adjust the balance using the
BalanceConnection software.

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10 Carrying out measurements
10.1 Using your own software
Measurements may be requested using various KCP protocol commands.

10.1.1 Request weight values

Central commands for the request are:

• „S“: Transmit the next stable value

• „SI“: Transmit the current value
• „SIR“: Transmit the current net weight value continuously

10.1.2 Zeroing and taring

The device can be zeroed and tared using the following commands:

• „Z“: Zeroing the display on the balance

• „T“: Taring the balance
• „TA“: Setting or requesting the current tare value

10.2 Using the BalanceConnection software

The enclosed "KERN BalanceConnection" software includes an example
configuration for working with the KDP weighing platform. The example configuration
switches the balance to continuous transmission, displays the current weight value
on-screen and includes the most important commands (adjustment, zeroing, taring,
printing).

To activate the example configuration, please select the "KDP" model from the list of
models.

After confirmation the software loads the example configuration and restarts.
You will see the following items (two windows):

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 1) Main window BalanceConnection:

2) On-screen display window with three areas:

a. Main functions
b. Current weight value
c. Table listing weight values, which can be requested using "PRINT".

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Important:

In the standard configuration COM1 is selected as the interface. Please adjust this on
your balance. For access through Ethernet, WLAN or Bluetooth, please enter the
relevant port in the software.

For details on changing the configuration please refer to the instructions for the
BalanceConnection software.

In the example configuration the weighing platform sends data constantly.

The weight values would normally all be forwarded to the output methods.

If you only want to keep the current value, then please use the operation "Save
value" to accept the value. In the output method, the package type must be set
to manual trigger.

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10.2.1 Functions

In the example configuration the following functions are pre-configured:

 Zeroing (->0<-):
The display on the balance is set to zero, the full weighing range is available.

 Taring (TARE):
The current weight value is adopted as the tare value. The new net value is
displayed.

 Pre-TARE:
You can define a tare value (please specify in and with the weighing unit).

 PRINT:
The current weight displayed on the balance is adopted as a value into the
assigned output methods.

 Adjustment (CAL):
Adjustment of the platform is illustrated in the example configuration by a
sequence of commands, which corresponds to the adjustment procedure in the
chapter 9. Please follow the instruction displayed on the screen.

11 Downloads
BalanceConnection Download (online):
• http://balanceconnection.kern-sohn.com/dl

BalanceConnection manual (online):

• http://balanceconnection.kern-sohn.com/manual.pdf

KCP-manual:
• http://kern-sohn.com/kcp

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