Setup Tru-Test XR5000, ID5000, JR5000 Weigh Scale (app)

Setup Tru-Test XR5000, ID5000, JR5000 Weigh Scale (app)

The Tru-Test XR5000, ID5000 and JR5000 can be used to output data from the Weigh Scale indicator to StockMate via an Android Tablet. The settings on all three Weigh Scale indicators are identical.
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Before use, check that the Weigh Scale indicator has the latest firmware installed. Contact the manufacturer for detail.
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If using EID via Weigh Scales;  pair your EID scanner to the Weigh Scale indicator following the manufacturer’s instructions before linking the Weigh Scale indicator to StockMate on your Android Tablet.

Bluetooth: EID over Weigh Scale

EID Reader

Connect the EID reader to the Weigh Scale indicator. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Pairing Device

  1. On the Android Tablet, pair the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator.
    Alert
    Do not pair the EID reader to the tablet - it should only be paired to the Weigh Scale indicator.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Tap the Bluetooth icon.
    3. Scan and select the Tru-Test Weigh Scale from the Available devices list. A pairing code will be displayed on the Android device only. Accept the code.
      NotesTips if Pairing fails:
      1. Unpair any other devices from the tablet.
      2. Turn off Bluetooth on other devices in the area, e.g. Phones.
      3. Turn off the TruTest.
      4. Turn the Bluetooth off on the Tablet.
      5. Turn the TruTest on - pair with your EID reader.
      6. Turn Bluetooth back on for the Tablet - pair again with the TruTest.
    4. To return to Hardware Connections, use the back button on the tablet.
  2. Tap +Add Device, Weigh Scale.
  3. Select options so the Hardware Connections screen will look like the screenshot below (Paired Device: select the device paired in Step 1). Tap Save.
    InfoSelect Model per the device being used - JR5000 is just an example used here.
    Idea
    Name the device clearly for easy selection, as multiple devices can be setup within StockMate.

  4. Toggle to initiate the connection. A successful connection will be indicated by a green Bluetooth icon.
    Alert
    A successful connection must be established before proceeding.

Weigh Scale Indicator

  1. Tap Settings, Information to display and record. Tick EID.
  2. Tap Settings, Recording, Basic. Select options as shown below.
  3. Settings, Recording, Advanced. Select Record IDs immediately.

  4. Tap Settings, Connections, Bluetooth. Ensure you can see the EID Reader connected (in the example RS420). Ensure your tablet is connect, if not refer to "Pairing Device" above to pair the Tru-Test.
    Select your tablet, Configuration. 
  5. Adjust the configuration as seen below.
  6. Tap Settings, Connections, Bluetooth, select the EID Reader, Configuration. Select options to reflect the below.
  7. Reboot the XR5000 the first time after setting up Bluetooth connection per their instructions on the Bluetooth connect screen. (Subsequent connections should not require a reboot).

StockMate Settings

  1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scale to connect.
    Info
    The Bluetooth icon will turn green when successfully connected.

  3. To test: Scan an EID, and record a weight on the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator and it will be transferred to StockMate.

    Notes
    If data is not coming through to the Live Readings panel, it is likely the device settings are incorrect - or the connection is not established.
    For troubleshooting tap on the device, and open the console. Send test data - if everything is setup correctly the raw data will be displayed in green.
    Review error messages if applicable and action as required.

Using in a Scan Session

  1. To use in a scan session, use Hardware Connections to toggle required Devices on. Refer to Create New Scan Session – Session Setup (app) for further details. 
  2. To check Hardware connections, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon), and edit if required.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scales device to connect.
      Info
      The Bluetooth icon will turn green when successfully connected.

Serial: EID over Weigh Scale

EID Reader

Pair the EID reader to the Weigh Scale indicator, following the manufacturer’s instructions before linking the Weigh Scale indicator to StockMate on your Android Tablet.

Pairing Device

  1. Plug the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator into the Android Tablet.
    Alert
    Do not pair the EID reader to the Tablet - it should only be paired to the Weigh Scale indicator.
  2. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  3. Tap +Add Device, Weigh Scale.
  4. Select options so the Hardware Connections screen will look like the screenshot below (USB Device: select the USB device). Tap +More serial settings to select additional details such as Data Bits, Parity and Stop Bits. Tap Save.
    Info
    Select Model per the device being used - JR5000 is just an example used here.
    Idea
    Name the device clearly for easy selection, as multiple devices can be setup within StockMate.


  5. Toggle to initiate the connection.The USB icon will turn green when a successful connection is established. Tap Close.
    Alert
    A successful connection must be established before proceeding.

Weigh Scale Indicator

  1. Tap Settings, Information to display and record. Tick EID.
  2. Tap Settings, Recording, Basic. Select options to match the below.
  3. Tap Settings, Recording, Advanced. Select Record IDs immediately.
  4. Tap Settings, Connections, Serial Cable. Select options to match the below.
  5. Settings, Connections, Bluetooth, select the EID Reader, Configuration. Select options to reflect the below.
  6. Reboot the XR5000 the first time after setting up Bluetooth connection per their instructions on the Bluetooth connect screen. (Subsequent connections should not require a reboot).

StockMate Settings

  1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  2. Toggle the Tru-Test Device to connect.
    Info
    The Serial icon will turn green when successfully connected.

  3. To test: Scan an EID, and record a weight on the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator and it will be transferred to StockMate.

    Notes
    If data is not coming through to the Live Readings panel, it is likely the device settings are incorrect - or the connection is not established.
    For troubleshooting tap on the device, and open the console. Send test data - if everything is setup correctly the raw data will be displayed in green.
    Review error messages if applicable and action as required.

Using in a Scan Session

  1. To use in a scan session, use Hardware Connections to toggle required Devices on. Refer to Create New Scan Session – Session Setup (app) for further details.
  2. To check Hardware connections, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon) and edit if required.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scales device to connect.
      Info
      The Serial icon will turn green when successfully connected.

Bluetooth: Weight Only

EID Reader

When recording Weight only, the EID reader will be connected directly to StockMate. Do not pair the EID reader with the Tru-Test. Refer to Hardware Connections Overview (app ) for further information.

Pairing Device

  1. On the Android Tablet, pair the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator. 
    Alert
    Do not pair the EID reader to the Weigh Scale indicator. It will require connection directly to StockMate.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Tap the Bluetooth icon.
    3. Scan and select the Tru-Test Weigh Scale from the Available devices list. A pairing code will be displayed on the Android device only. Accept the code.
    4. To return to Hardware Connections, use the back button on the tablet.

  2. Tap +Add Device, Weigh Scale.
  3. Select options so the Hardware Connections screen will look like the screenshot below (Paired Device: select the device paired in step 1). Tap Save.
    Info
    Select Model per the device being used - JR5000 is just an example used here.
    Idea
    Name the device clearly for easy selection, as multiple devices can be setup within StockMate.

  4. Toggle to initiate the connection. A successful connection will be indicated by a green Bluetooth icon.
    Alert
    A successful connection must be established before proceeding.

Weigh Scale Indicator

  1. Select Settings, Recording, Basic. Select options to match the below.
  2. Select Settings, Connections, Bluetooth. Ensure your tablet is connected, if not refer to "Pairing Device" above to pair to the Tru-Test.
    Select your tablet, Configuration.
  3. Adjust the configuration as seen below.
  4. Reboot the XR5000 the first time after setting up Bluetooth connection per their instructions on the Bluetooth connect screen. (Subsequent connections should not require a reboot).

StockMate Settings

  1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scale to connect.
    Info
    The Bluetooth icon will turn green when successfully connected.

  3. To test: Record a weight on the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator and it will be transferred to StockMate.

    Notes
    If data is not coming through to the Live Readings panel, it is likely the device settings are incorrect - or the connection is not established.
    For troubleshooting tap on the device, and open the console. Send test data - if everything is setup correctly the raw data will be displayed in green.
    Review error messages, if applicable and action as required.

Using in a Scan Session

  1. To use in a scan session, use Hardware Connections to toggle required Devices on. Refer to Create New Scan Session – Session Setup (app) for further details.
  2. To check Hardware connections, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon), and edit if required.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scales device to connect.
      Info
      The Bluetooth icon will turn green when successfully connected.

Serial: Weight Only

EID Reader

When recording Weight only, the EID reader will be connected directly to StockMate. Do not pair the EID reader with the Tru-Test. Refer to Hardware Connections Overview (app ) for further information.

Pairing Device

  1. Plug the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator into the Android Tablet. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  2. Tap +Add Device, Weigh Scale.
  3. Select options so the Hardware Connections screen will look like the screenshot below (USB Device: select the USB device). Tap Save.
    InfoSelect Model per the device being used - JR5000 is just an example used here.
    Idea
    Name the device clearly for easy selection, as multiple devices can be setup within StockMate.

  4. Toggle to initiate the connection. A successful connection will be indicated by a green USB icon.
    Alert
    A successful connection must be established before proceeding.

Weigh Scale Indicator

  1. Select Settings, Recording, Basic. Select options to match the below.
  2. Settings, Connections, Serial Cable. Select options for Port 1 to match the below.
    Input to: EID From: Generic device
    Output: None when animal ID is received
    Output: Weight when weight is recorded

StockMate Settings

  1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
  2. Toggle the Tru-Test Device to connect.
    Info
    The Serial icon will turn green when successfully connected.

  3. To test: Record a weight on the Tru-Test Weigh Scale indicator and it will be transferred to StockMate.

    Notes
    If data is not coming through to the Live Readings panel, it is likely the device settings are incorrect - or the connection is not established.
    For troubleshooting tap on the device, and open the console. Send test data - if everything is setup correctly the raw data will be displayed in green.
    Review error messages if applicable and action as required.

Using in a Scan Session

  1. To use in a scan session, use Hardware Connections to toggle required Devices on. Refer to Create New Scan Session – Session Setup (app) for further details.
  2. To check Hardware connections, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon) and edit if required.
    1. From the StockMate Options Menu, tap Hardware Connections (top-right, comms icon).
    2. Toggle the Tru-Test Weigh Scales device to connect.
      Info
      The Serial icon will turn green when successfully connected.

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