RICE LAKE WEIGHING SYSTEMS iDimension CLS Bridge PC Software User Guide

RICE LAKE WEIGHING SYSTEMS dimension CLS Bridge PC Software

Specifications

• Product Name: iDim CLS Bridge Software
• Version: 1.1.0.0
• Release Date : March 22, 2024

Product Usage Instructions

Introduction

The iDim CLS Bridge Software provides a platform for seamless data management and analysis.

System Requirements

Before installing the software, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System : Windows 10 or higher
• Processor : Intel Core i5 or equivalent
• RAM : 8GB minimum
• Storage : 500MB available space

Installation and Software Access

To install the iDim CLS Bridge Software:

1. Download the software from the official website.
2. Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Launch the software and input your license key to access all features.

• Basic item CLS Bridge Functions
  • The software offers essential functions such as data input, analysis tools, and report generation.
• item CLS Bridge Elements
  • The software interface includes main view elements for data visualization and a settings menu for customization.
• Main View Elements
  • The main view displays data graphs, tables, and key metrics for easy interpretation.
• Settings Menu
  • Customize your software preferences, data sources, and output formats through the settings menu.
• Configuration
  • Configure your software settings, data sources, and user profiles to optimize performance.
• Operation
  • Utilize the software tools for data manipulation, analysis, and collaboration with team members.
• Error Messages
  • If you encounter any error messages, refer to the software manual or contact technical support for assistance.
• Application Error Message
  • Description of common application error messages and troubleshooting steps.
• Capture Result Errors
  • Explanation of errors related to data capture and how to resolve them.

FAQ

• Q: Where can I find technical training for the iDim CLS Bridge Software?
  • A : Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems. Visit www.ricelake.com/training or call 715-234-9171 for more information.

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Revision History

This section tracks and describes manual revisions for awareness of major updates.

Table i. Revision Letter History

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Introduction

This manual provides an overview of the iDim (iDimension®) CLS Bridge software installation and configuration procedures. The iDim CLS Bridge software interfaces the industrial PC it is installed on with a scale (CLS-680 indicator, Dini Argeo® LTP indicator or VIRTUi3®) and the iDimSS (iDimension Software Suite).
Manuals are available from Rice Lake Weighing Systems at www.ricelake.com/manuals Warranty information is available at www.ricelake.com/warranties

IMPORTANT : Read and adhere to all safety instructions and warnings from forklift and indicator manufacturers.

System Requirements

• Windows 10® build 1607 or newer (64-bit only) or equivalent Windows® Server Operating System
• 2.0 GHz processor or faster
• 250 MB drive space needed for installation. Additional space will vary based on data retention requirements.
• 8 GB RAM or greater
• Ethernet TCP/IP connection for equipment and external system integration
• 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n Wi-Fi or greater for external data communication
• Touchscreen display (suggested)
• iDimSS Version 2.22 or greater running on an external PC
• If using a scale, one of the following: VIRTUi3, CLS-680, or Dini Argeo LTP scale

Installation and Software Access

iDim CLS Bridge Installation

1. Download the iDim CLS Bridge software from https://www.ricelake.com/software.
2. Unzip the file and then launch IDim_CLS_Bridge_PN220981.Installer.exe.
3. Read the Rice Lake Weighing Systems License Agreement. Enable the check box if the terms are acceptable.
4. (Optional) Perform the following to change the installation location:
   • Select Options and then Browse to install iDimSS CLS Bridge in a user-specified file location.
   • Select OK to return to the previous window
5. Select Install.
6. The Installation Successfully Completed window displays, select Close. The iDim CLS Bridge is successfully installed.
7. 

Basic iDim CLS Bridge Functions

Launch iDim CLS Bridge Software

1. In the Windows Start menu, open the Rice Lake Weighing Systems folder.
2. Select
3. The application displays.

Close iDim CLS Bridge Software

1. In the iDim CLS Bridge application, select the X icon.
2. The application closes.

Language Configuration

1. Navigate to the main view.
2. Select the flag that corresponds to the desired language.
3. The language in the application changes.

iDim CLS Bridge Elements

This section discusses iDim CLS Bridge software elements. Topics in this section include:

• Main View Elements
• Settings Menu
• About Window

Main View Elements

The main view displays when the software is launched and provides several elements that facilitate operation. Each element is identified

Bridge
B| settings| Opens the Settings menu
C| about| Opens the About window
D| Weight| Displays weight and unit of measure.
E| Pro Number/Container ID| Configures the Pro Number or a container ID with the integrated keypad or optional barcode scanner (see
F| Eraser Button| Erases data from the Pro Number/Container ID field.
G| Select Dimensioner| Selects which dimensioner will be used.

NOTE: The software automatically selects the first name in the drop-down menu when the application launches.

H| Dims and Weight| Processes the object’s dimensions and weight.
I| Dimensions Only| Processes the object’s dimensions.
J| Weight Only| Processes the object’s weight.
K| QR code| Displays a QR Code containing data received from iDimSS.

NOTE: The QR code is configured in the iDimSS. See iDimension Software Suite Software Manual (PN 201231) for more information.

L| Languages| Changes the language of the user interface

•    See for quick change configuration.

•    See  for default language configuration.

Table 4-1. Main View Elements Descriptions

NOTE: Alibi compatibility is embedded in the software. There are no software parameters to modify this feature.

Settings Menu

Access Settings Menu

1. From the main view, select settings.
2. The Settings menu appears.

Settings Menu Elements

Settings Menu contains several elements launch additional menus that facilitate configuration. Each element is identified

About Window

Access About Window

1. Navigate to the main view.
2. Select about.
3. The About window slides out from the right side.

About Elements

The About window contains several elements that provide supplemental information about the software. Each element is identified

Configuration

This section discusses how to configure settings. In order for the iDim CLS Bridge to operate, ensure iDimSS, Forklift and Scale settings are configured.

NOTE : The Settings menu contains multiple scale settings menus (VIRTUi3, CLS-680, or Dini Argeo LTP scale), only settings for the scale installed on the forklift must be configured.

The following topics are discussed in this section:

• Default Language Configuration
• Home View Configuration
• iDimSS Integration Configuration
• Forklift Settings Configuration
• Dini Argeo LTP Scale Settings Configuration
• CLS-680 Scale Settings Configuration
• VIRTUi3 Configuration

Default Language Configuration

1. Navigate to Language Settings
2. Select the Default Language drop-down menu.
3. Select the default language.
4. Select Save to commit the changes or select Cancel to abort.

NOTE: The language changes only on the application screen.

Home View Configuration

1. Navigate to Home View Settings.
2. Configure the following parameters:
   • Dim and Weight Button Enabled: Check the box to enable the Dim and Weight Button function.
   • Dim Only Button Enabled: Check the box to enable the Dim Only Button function.
   • Weight Only Button Enabled: Check the box to enable the Weight Only Button function.
   • Select Capture Results Display Method: Choose between the following display options.
   • As Text : Shows weight results as numerical data.
   • As Thumbs Up/Down : Shows weight results as a thumbs up or down icon
3. Select Save to commit the changes or select Cancel to abort.
4. 

Barcode Scanner Settings Configuration

NOTE : A barcode scanner is optional and configuration may not apply to all systems.

1. Navigate to Barcode Scanner Settings.
2. Activate the Enabled check box.
3. Set the Connection type as either TCP/IP or RS232.
4. Perform one of the following:
   • A. If using TCP/IP, configure the Listening Port as the TCP Port number used by the application to listen for incoming TCP/IP data from the barcode scanner.
   • B. If using RS232, configure the following:
   • Serial Port : Set the communication port number on the PC the barcode scanner is connected to.
   • Baud Rate : Set the baud rate of the serial port (1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200).
   • Data Bits : Set data bits of the serial port (7 or 8).
   • Parity: Set the parity of the serial port (none, odd, even, mark or space).
   • Stop Bits : Set the number of stop bits transmitted or received by the port (none, one, two, one point five).
5. Select Save to commit the changes or select Cancel to abort.

iDimSS Integration Configuration

Add a iDimmSS Intrgration

1. Navigate to iDimSS Integration.
2. Select Add.
3. 
4. The Edit iDimSS Integration window displays.
5. Configure the following parameters:
   • Enabled: Enable this check box to display the dimensioner in the Select Dimensioner drop-down menu (see Figure 4-2 on page 10) in the main view.
   • Dimensioner Name: Add the exact name of the dimensioner that is configured in iDimSS.
   • IP Address : Enter the IP address of the computer running iDimSS. The IP address can be configured as the same value for multiple dimensioners set in the iDimSS.
   • Port : Enter the listening port used by the computer running iDimSS (the default port for iDimSS is 5001).
6. Select Save to commit the changes or select Cancel to abort.

Edit a Dimensioner

1. Navigate to iDimSS Integration.
2. Select Edit to change a configured iDimSS integration.
3. The Edit iDimSS Integration window displays.
4. Edit parameters as required ( for parameter descriptions).
5. Select Save to commit the changes or select Cancel to abort.
6. If Save is selected, the changes to the dimensioner’s configuration are saved.

Delete a Dimensions

1. Navigate to iDimSS Integration.
2. Select Delete adjacent to the iDimmSS integration to be removed.
3. A delete confirmation window appears.
4. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel
5. If Yes is selected, the iDimSS Integration is removed.

Forklift Settings Configuration

1. Navigate to Forklift Settings.
2. Configure the following parameters:
   • Forklift ID : Set the forklift Id that is used to identify the forklift in iDimSS. This enables dimensioner Stop and Go functionality.
   • NOTE : If the selected dimensioner does not support Stop and Go functionality, avoid configuring this field. Configuring this parameter for dimensioners incompatible with Stop and Go causes the capture operation to function incorrectly.
   • Indicator Type: Set the type of indicator used4 on the forklift as either VIUTUi3, Dini LTP, CLS-680 or None. This configuration must match the type of installed hardware to receive weight information.
3. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

Dini Argeo LTP Scale Settings Configuration

NOTE: The Dini Argeo LTP scale requires the Alibi memory module to be installed to function correctly with iDim CLS Bridge.

1. Navigate to Dini LTP Scale Settings.
2. Configure the following parameters:
   • Serial Port: Set the communication port number on the PC the Dini Argeo LTP scale is connected to.
   • Baud Rate: Set the baud rate of the serial port (9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200).
   • Data Bits : Set data bits of the serial port (7 or 8).
   • Parity: Set the parity of the serial port (none, odd, even, mark or space).
   • Stop Bits: Set the number of stop bits transmitted or received by the port (none, one, two, one point five).
   • 
3. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

CLS-680 Scale Settings Configuration

1. Navigate to CLS-680 Scale Settings.
2. Set the Connection type as either TCP or RS232.
3. Perform one of the following:
   • A. If using TCP, configure the following:
   • IP Address: Set as the IP address of the CLS-680 scale.
   • Port: Set as the port of the CLS-680 scale.
   • B. If using RS232, configure the following:
   • Serial Port: Set the communication port number the on the PC the CLS-680 scale is connected to.
   • Baud Rate : Set the baud rate of the serial port (9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200).
   • Data Bits: Set data bits of the serial port (7 or 8).
   • Parity: Set the parity of the Serial port (none, odd, even, mark or space).
   • Stop Bits : Set the number of stop bits transmitted or received by the port (none, one, two, one point five).
4. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

VIRTUi3 Configuration

VIRTUi3 Scale Settings

1. Navigate to VIRTUi3 Scale Settings.
2. Configure the following:
   • IP Address : Set as the IP address of the PC running VIRTUi3.
   • Port : Set as the port of the PC running VIRTUi3.
3. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

VIRTUi3 Viewer Settings

1. Navigate to VIRTUi3 Viewer Settings.
2. Set VIRTUi3 Path as file the path of the VIRTUi3 viewer.
3. Select Yes to delete or No to cancel.

Operation

Processing a container transmits the container ID and results to iDimSS. The type of results vary depending on the acquisition
function (Dims and Weight, Dimensions Only or Weight Only).

WARNING : The following procedure involves using a forklift. Before using the forklift, read and adhere to the manufacturer’s safety warnings and information.

1. If using a dimensioner, select a dimensioner from the Select Dimensioner drop-down menu.
2. Select the Pro Number/Container Id field. A keypad adjacent to the filed appears.
3. Enter a value in the PRO Number/Container ID field by using the keypad or optional barcode scanner.
4. Lift the container with the forklift. If using a scale, ensure a valid weight is displayed in the application.
5. If using a dimensioner, transport the object to the dimensioner and align with the dimensioning system.
6. Park the forklift.
7. Select Dims and Weight, Dimensions Only or Weight Only to perform data acquisition.
   • NOTE : Acquisition buttons are only available when the scale is stabilized.
8. Once complete, the captured data displays in the application and is sent to the iDimSS.
9. Resume transporting the container.

Error Messages

Application Error Message

In the event of an error, the application displays an error message. These messages provide details regarding what caused the error to occur. Read the message and attempt to resolve the issue. The following is an example when an IP Address was incorrectly set in the CLS-680 configuration.

The application records errors in log files on the PC in the following location:
C:\ProgramData\Rice Lake Weighing Systems\IDim_CLS_Bridge_PN220981\logs\
NOTE: See Windows Help to display Hidden Folders if the ProgramData folder is missing.
The file creation date is embedded into the log filename using the format of logYYYYMMDD.JSON. Where:
YYYY = Year
MM = Month
DD = Day
JSON = JavaScript Object Notation
For example, log20231127.JSON

Capture Result Errors

The following examples display an error where capture results return err (error) messages. Frequently these messages occur when the iDimSS IP address is set incorrectly. Verify IP addresses are set correctly and retry processing.

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