7 MT-SICS interface commands and functions
The accessory is capable of integration in a complex computer or data acquisition system.
To enable you to integrate the accessory in your system in a simple manner and utilize its capabilities to the
full, most functions are also available as appropriate commands via the data interface. Therefore, the
accessory supports the standardized command set "METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set" (MT-
SICS).
The following table gives a short overview about the commands available for LV12. For further information
please contact your METTLER TOLEDO representative.
MT-SICS commands
MT-SICS command
LV01
LV02 >Level<
LV03
LV04
LV05
LV06
LV99
Light barrier signal
Action
Query
Response
Query
Response
Pay attention to the following:
All commands must be closed with <CR> and <LF>.
The system responds to an unknown command with "ES".
The accessory may response unsolicited (e. g. by manual operation and startup)
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MT-SICS interface commands and functions
MT-SICS command header
Software Restart
Feed Rate
Vibrate until Light Barrier Signal Vibrate until light barrier signal.
Vibrate until Stop or Reset
Discharge
Stop
Light Barrier Signal
Syntax
Description
LV99
Light barrier is free
LV99 A
LV99
Light barrier is blocked
LV99 B
Description
The software is restarted just as it was in the case
of power on. This command brings the accessory
back to the power-up state. Power-up state
means, that the accessory is ready and feed rate
is set to level 2. Feed rate set remains.
Sets the actual feed rate intensity to a specific
level.
Feed rate level.
{Data type: unsigned 8 bits. Range see below}
Value: '1' → Feed rate level 1
Value: '2' → Feed rate level 2
Value: '3' → Feed rate level 3
Value: '4' → Feed rate level 4
The initial value is given by the software of the
accessory (initial value is feed rate level 2).
Vibrate until stop or reset.
Discharge accessory.
Stops the current action and brings the accessory
back to the ready state.
Status changes of the light barrier results in this
command. For details see the table below.
Automatic Feeder