LSI GS550 Operators Manual PDF

User Manual
The GS550 System

Document Part Number GM550, Version 2004, Revision B
1 12500 R:24.2
27000 Jib 30ft
Engineered weighing solutions for crane and lifting application

Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................5
Overview .......................................................................................................................5
Version Compatibility......................................................................................................5
Start-Up ........................................................................................................................5
Operation............................................................................................7
Display GS550 ...............................................................................................................7
Liquid Crystal Display .................................................................................................8
Sensor Status Lights ..................................................................................................8
Infrared Port .............................................................................................................8
Keypad .....................................................................................................................8
Menu System.................................................................................................................11
Menu Numbers ..........................................................................................................12
Menu Navigation........................................................................................................12
Password Protection...................................................................................................13
Menu Layout .............................................................................................................13
Parts of Line ..............................................................................................................14
Rated Capacity Indicators ...............................................................................................14
Display Programming .................................................................................................15
Crane Rigging............................................................................................................15
Chart Wizard .............................................................................................................15
Display Settings .............................................................................................................16
Weight Units .............................................................................................................16
Language ..................................................................................................................17
Light Intensity ...........................................................................................................17
Contrast ....................................................................................................................17
Backlight Mode ..........................................................................................................17
System Diagnostic..........................................................................................................17
System Sensors Diagnostic .........................................................................................17
Radio Network Diagnostic...........................................................................................18
Lockout Diagnostic.....................................................................................................19
Display Diagnostic .....................................................................................................19
Digital Input Diagnostic..............................................................................................19
Installation ..........................................................................................20
Display GS550 ...............................................................................................................20
Mounting Bracket.......................................................................................................20
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Antenna Position .......................................................................................................21
Power Supply and Lockout Connection........................................................................22
Lockout Settings ........................................................................................................23
Password Settings .....................................................................................................25
Datasheet .................................................................................................................27
Load Cell .......................................................................................................................28
Angle Sensors for the Boom or Jib ..................................................................................29
Mounting Procedure...................................................................................................29
Angle Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up ..................................................30
Angle Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550 ...........................................30
Anti-Two-Block Switch GS050 .........................................................................................31
Length Sensor Cable Reel...............................................................................................35
Maximum Boom Extension .........................................................................................36
Mounting the Cable Reel ............................................................................................36
Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up .......................................38
Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550 ................................38
Radius...........................................................................................................................40
Radius Verification and Adjustment.............................................................................40
Radius Settings..........................................................................................................41
Basic Radius Parameters for a Lattice Crane ................................................................42
Basic Radius Parameters for a Telescopic Boom Crane .................................................43
Advanced Radius Parameters .....................................................................................44
Wireless Wind Speed Sensor GS020 ................................................................................45
Wireless Load Pins .........................................................................................................47
LP011, LP015, and LP026...........................................................................................47
Load Pin Transmitter GS001 .......................................................................................47
Load Pins, Line Riders and Compression Cells: Calibration ................................................48
Four Point Lift................................................................................................................49
Sum Load Indication ..................................................................................................49
Imbalance .................................................................................................................49
Slack Rope ................................................................................................................50
List and Trim Angle Sensor .............................................................................................51
Programming the GS550 for List and Trim Indication ...................................................52
Mounting Instructions ................................................................................................52
List and Trim Angle Calibration Procedure ...................................................................52
Rope Payout ..................................................................................................................54
Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up ........................................54
Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550 .................................54
Rope Payout Limits ....................................................................................................55
Data Logger ..................................................................................................................56
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Recording Modes .......................................................................................................56
Date and Time...........................................................................................................57
The Sensor List ..............................................................................................................58
How to Add a Sensor to the GS550 .............................................................................58
How to Remove a Sensor from the GS550...................................................................59
Network Options ............................................................................................................59
Listen Only Mode .......................................................................................................59
Repeater ...................................................................................................................60
Wireless Sensor Update .............................................................................................61
Portable Download Tool .......................................................................62
Installing PDA Software ..................................................................................................63
Transferring Files ...........................................................................................................63
Transfer Firmware Files from a Personal Computer to the PDA .....................................63
Transfer Firmware Files from the PDA to a GS550........................................................63
Conserve GS550 Configuration When Updating Firmware .............................................64
Transfer Data Logger Files from the GS550 to the PDA ................................................64
Transfer Data Logger Files from the PDA to a Personal Computer .................................65
Trouble Shooting PDA Communication Issues ..................................................................66
Data Logger Viewer........................................................................................................67
Installation on a Personal Computer............................................................................67
Quick Start ................................................................................................................67
Full Report ................................................................................................................68
Wind Report ..............................................................................................................68
Maintenance........................................................................................70
Replacing Sensor Batteries .............................................................................................70
Replacing Anti-Two-Block Switch Batteries.......................................................................71
Replacing a Sensor Antenna ...........................................................................................72
Load Cells......................................................................................................................73
Reading Accuracy ......................................................................................................73
Load Testing .............................................................................................................74
Care..........................................................................................................................74
Certification Notes ...............................................................................75
Model Numbers..............................................................................................................75
FCC and IC – Instructions to the User .............................................................................76
Notes for CSA Class I, Division 1 and 2 Rated Equipment .................................................77
CE – Declaration of Conformity .......................................................................................78
GS550 Menu Outline ............................................................................79
GS550 Menu Locator............................................................................81
Table of Contents iii

LSI PRODUCT WARRANTY................................................................... 83
LSI Contact Information....................................................................... 85
iv The GS550 System

Introduction
Overview
The GS550 system includes the cabin mounted GS550 radio display and compatible crane
mounted sensors. The GS550 creates a two-way radio network with the sensors to bring required
lift data to the operator. Hoist load, boom and jib angles, boom length, wind speed and pending
two-block can be detected and indicated to the operator in real time. Working load radius can be
calculated and compared to a rated capacity chart (if programmed). Furthermore the GS550 can
be programmed to generate warnings, alarms and lockout commands, all triggered by adjustable
thresholds and limits. All these events can be recorded by the data logger with a time and date
stamp. The exact operational function of the GS550 system depends on the sensor configuration
used and the rated capacity charts programmed (where applicable). The GS550 includes an
infrared port to facilitate software and chart updates and data logger downloads using a compatible
personal digital assistant (PDA) or cell phone. Compatible sensors include the GS050 anti-two-
block, the GC series load cells and GS001 series line rider and load pin transmitters, the GS010
angle sensors, the GS011 angle sensor and length transmitter and the GS020 wind speed sensor.
The GS550 system is designed as an operator aide and is in no way a substitute for safe operating
practice
Version Compatibility
GS series product with version 2 firmware is not compatible with GS series product with version 1
firmware. For information on upgrading GS series product from version 1 to version 2 firmwares
please contact LSI.
Start-Up
The GS550 must be correctly programmed for the system sensors installed. The GS550 powers up
with several green lights flashing, this indicates that the display is waking up programmed sensors
and creating a radio communication link with each. Once a reliable radio communication network is
established, all green lights will remain lit without flashing.
This process may take up to one minute. The delay is created by the battery management function
and does not affect system security. If an anti-two-block switch detects a pending two-block event,
if a load cell detects a change in load, or if an angle sensor detects a change in angle, the appro-
priate radio link will be established in less than 0.1 seconds. To immediately wake-up a load cell,
lift the hook with a load; to immediately wake up an angle sensor, change the boom angle.
In special conditions of lockout created by a missing sensor, you may bypass that sensor until the
next display power up by pressing bypass for 10 seconds. That sensor green light should stop
flashing and then turn off.
Introduction 5
GS050 Anti-Two-
Block Switch
GS101 Angle and

Length Sensor
GS550 Display
GC Series Load
Cell
Figure: Key components in a typical system
6 The GS550 System

Operation
Display GS550
The GS550 displays detailed information on the backlit, two lines liquid crystal display (LCD).
Additional information including warnings, alarms, and radio status is communicated by the display
lights and the display buzzer.
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Sensor status lights
1 12500 R:24.2
27000 Jib 30ft
Bar graph Keypad Infrared communication port
Figure: GS550 front view
Parts of line Weight units
Hoist indicator Load

No tare indicator
Figure: GS550 load display
Operation 7
Liquid Crystal Display
Detailed lift data and system information is displayed here. The liquid crystal display (LCD) can be
adjusted to facilitate viewing in varied lighting conditions. See the Display Settings section of this
manual.
Sensor Status Lights

Detailed lift data and system information is displayed here. The liquid crystal display (LCD) can be
adjusted to facilitate viewing in varied lighting conditions.
2 Block. The red 2 Block alarm light comes on when a programmed anti-two-block switch
is in alarm.
The green “M” (main) and “A” (auxiliary) anti-two-block radio status lights stay on when the
GS550 has a reliable radio communication link to all programmed anti-two-block sensors.
The radio status lights flash green when communication is intermittent or absent. The M re-
fers to the first anti-two-block sensor programmed in the sensor list. The A refers to all other
anti-two-block sensors programmed in the sensor list.
Load. The red Load alarm light comes on when a load sensor is in overload.
The green “M” (main) and “A” (auxiliary) load radio status green lights stay on when the
GS550 has a reliable radio communication link to all programmed sensors. The radio status
lights flash green when communication is intermittent or absent. The M refers to the first
sensor programmed in the sensor list except anti-two-block. The A refers to all other sen-
sors programmed in the sensor list except anti-two-block.
Low Battery. The amber light of the battery icon comes on when battery life for a sensor
programmed in the sensor list drops below 10%. Normally several weeks of battery life re-
mains from the moment the low battery light first comes on.
Bar Graph. The bar graph displays the gross load lifted by a load sensor as a proportion of
the maximum load allowed, expressed in 10% increments. Maximum load is the lowest of
the operator set maximum load limit and the working load limit (WLL) as calculated from the
rated capacity charts*. When there are two or more load sensors programmed in the sensor
list the bar graph will indicate the load for the sensor closest to its maximum allowable.
Infrared Port
The infrared port is used to download data from the data logger or to upload firmware updates and
capacity charts using a GT103 portable download tool or other compatible device.
Keypad
The keypad consists of six buttons used to control, consult, program, and troubleshoot the GS550
display and system. Each button has two functions; a primary function for the operation display,
and a secondary function for menu navigation and programming. The secondary functions are
described in the Menu Navigation sub-section of this manual. The primary functions are described
below.
*
WLL is indicated by rated capacity indicators only.
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Bypass. Press Bypass to override lockout for emergency purposes*.
The alarm will remain silent until the next alarm; lockout will re-engage
as soon as the button is released.
Tare. Zero the hook and rigging weight.

1. Press Tare to enter the tare menu.
2. Use Next to select the load sensor.
3. If no tare value, then press Tare to create a tare value equal to the
weight on the load sensor. Example: with hook block and rigging
only. Load display is net weight (gross weight minus tare value).
4. To remove tare value, press Tare.
5. Press Exit to return to the operation display.
Tare and Load Indication
LCD Indicator Tare Light LCD Load Value Bar Graph
No tare value Off Gross weight Gross weight
Tare value On Net weight Gross weight
Tare. Zero rope payout (length).

Sensor No 2ropePayou
• Press Tare to enter the tare menu. Enter -> set zero
• Use Next to advance to the rope payout sensor. Communicating with

remote sensor
• Press Enter to zero rope payout length. The new zero will
be saved by the rope payout sensor. New rope payout zero
saved in sensor
• Press Exit to return to the operation display.
Sensor No 2ropePayou
Enter -> set zero
Hoist. Press Hoist to change the operating display page. The exact or-
der and content of operation display pages depends on system sensor
and capacity chart configuration. Systems with more than one load sen-
sor typically display main hoist load information on the first page and
auxiliary hoist load information on the second page.
*
This applies only if the GS550 has been correctly installed to control crane lockout function.
Operation 9
Info. When the orange Info light flashes press Info to see critical sys-
tem alerts. Press Next to advance from one page to the next.
Standard info menu pages include:
• BIOS (Binary Input Output System) number and version
• Firmware number and version
• Chart number and version (if available)
• SPKG (Software Package) number
Table: Information Menu Alerts
Alert Description
The sensor indicates a value greater than the operator adjusted limit
WARNING! Do not operate the crane beyond the limits

specified by the manufacturer.
• Verify operator adjusted limits in the limit menu.
The sensor indicates a value less than the operator adjusted limit
WARNING! Do not operate the crane beyond the limits

specified by the manufacturer.
• Verify operator adjusted limits in the limit menu.
Less than 10% of battery life remains in the sensor.
• Schedule battery replacement for the next available opportunity. Typically
several weeks of operation remain from the moment the sensor low battery
warning is first triggered.
The display isn’t receiving communication from the sensor.
• Verify that the sensor id number programmed matches the id number of the
sensor installed on the crane. Go to menu 5A1.
*
Voltage is detected on the lockout wire when in alarm . With the standard relay
configuration voltage should not be present on a lockout wire in alarm condition.
• Verify the wire connection. Refer to the Power Supply and Lockout Connec-
tion sub section of this manual.
Voltage is not detected on the lockout wire when safe†. With the standard relay
configuration voltage should be present on a lockout wire in safe condition.
• Verify the wire is not shorted to ground.
• Verify the wire is not connected directly to the valve coils; a relay should be
installed between the wire and the valve coils. Refer to the Power Supply and
Lockout Connection sub section of this manual.
One or more primary conditions of the chart selected for the hoist is not met
(example: telescopic boom length).
• Verify the conditions of the selected rated capacity chart.
The boom or jib angle is above the maximum angle permitted by the selected
chart. (For charts determined by radius only this message will occur when the
radius is less than the minimum radius permitted by the chart).
• Verify the boom and jib angles permitted by the rated capacity chart selected.
*
If the lockout relay is inverted this alert will occur when voltage is detected on the wire when safe.
†
If the lockout relay is inverted this alert will occur when voltage is not detected on the wire in alarm.
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Alert Description
The boom or jib angle is under the minimum angle permitted by the selected
chart. (For charts determined by radius only this message will occur when the
radius is greater than the maximum radius permitted by the chart).
• Verify the boom and jib angles permitted by the rated capacity chart selected.
Limit. Set hoist limits.

Press Limit to access the limit menu. The limit menu displays the limits
for each sensor in the sensor list on successive pages.
Use Next to scroll from one limit to the next.
Use Up and Down to adjust a limit.
When using the GS550 as a load indicator without programmed crane
specific rated capacity charts the load limit is typically set to the lesser
of the rope limit, the hoist limit, and the maximum allowed capacity as
determined from the capacity charts.
When using the GS550 as a rated capacity indicator with programmed
crane specific rated capacity charts the load limit is typically set to the
lesser of the rope limit and the hoist limit.
Tip: Press Up and Down simultaneously to return a limit to the factory default setting. The factory
default maximum limit for load sensors is 10 000 lb per part of line.
Tip: When the weight units are tons the minimum load limit increment is 0.1 ton per part of line.
Menu. Press Menu to access the five basic system menus:
1) Parts of Lines
2) Crane Rigging
3) Display Settings
4) Installation
5) System Diagnostic
Menu System
There are five basic menus (level one) used to program, consult and control the GS550 system.
1) Parts of Lines
2) Crane Rigging
3) Display Settings
4) Installation
5) System Diagnostic
The basic menus include nested sub-menus (level two, three and four) designed to address
specific tasks including adjusting values, choosing from lists and following “wizards” through step
by step processes.
Operation 11
Menu Numbers
Menus are identified by a number in the upper left corner. The basic menus (level one) are num-
bered one through five. Level two menus are lettered alphabetically. Level three menus are num-
bered. Level four menus are alphabetized.
Operation Level 4B3

Operation Display
Menu Level One 4) 5)

3)
1) 2)
Menu Level Two 4D)4E)

4C)
4B)
4A)
Menu Level Three 4B3

4B2)
4B1)
Menu Level Four 4B2A)
Menu Navigation
From the operation display press Menu to see the five basic menus (level one). Press Enter to drill
down one level and enter a selected menu. Press Exit to leave a menu and return up one level.
Press Next to move to the next page within a menu; press Back to move to the previous page
within a menu. Use Up and Down to modify numeric values and to move through a list of choices.
Tip: most menus are circular; press Next on the last page of a menu to return to the first page.
Tip: most lists are circular; press Down on the last entry of a list to return to the first entry.
12 The GS550 System

Menu Level One
4)
Move between menu levels
with Enter and Exit.
Menu Level Two 4D)4E)
4C)
4B)
4A)
Move between pages of a
menu with Next and Back.
Menu Level Three Alpha
4B2) Bravo
Charlie
Delta Select from a list or adjust
Echo values with Up and Down.
Foxtrot
Figure: Menu Navigation
Password Protection
The submenus of menu 4) Installation are protected by a password by default. Password settings
can be adjusted in menu 4H) Password Settings. The factory set administrator and user passwords
are AZA. If the user password is forgotten, it can be changed as long as the administrator pass-
word is known.
Forgotten password? Call LSI technical support (Houston, TX) at 888 819 4355 or contact your
local LSI representative.
Menu Layout
The figure below shows the menus accessible to the operator without password protection under
the default factory settings.
Operation 13
Operation Display
1) Parts of 2) Crane 3) Display 4) Installation 5) System

Line Rigging Settings Diagnostic
3A) Select weight 3B) Select 3C) Adjust 3D) Adjust LCD 3E) Adjust
units language lights contrast backlight
5A) Sensor 5B) Radio 5C) Lockout 5D) Display 5E) Digital Input
Diagnostic Diagnostic Diagnostic Diagnostic Diagnostic
5B1) Back- 5B2) Last 32 5B3) Search 5E4) Blue

ground noise sensors for sensors wire: On
5C1) White 5C2) Green 5C3) Orange

wire test wire test wire test
5D1) Time 5D2) Clock 5D3) Power 5D4) Display 5D5) GS550 id
and date battery test supply volt temperature number
Figure: Open access menus – default factory settings
Parts of Line
The load sensor often shares the weight with multiple parts of line. For accurate load indication the
GS550 must be programmed for the number of parts of line.
1. Press Menu → Enter to enter menu 1) Parts of Line.
2. Use Next and Back to select the load sensor; typically sensor number one is associated with
sheave one (the main hoist) and sensor number two is associated with sheave two (the auxil-
iary hoist) etc.
3. Use Up and Down to adjust the number of parts of line.
4. Press Enter to save any changes and then press Exit twice to return to the operation display.
Rated Capacity Indicators

The GS550 can be programmed to assist the operator by indicating the working load limit (WLL)
from the crane specific rated capacity charts according to the angle and radius information re-
ceived from the boom mounted sensors.
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Display Programming
In order to indicate WLL the GS550 must be programmed with a valid rated capacity chart specific
to the crane. The capacity chart programmed can be verified on the chart number page of the
Information menu: press Info → Next → Next (press Exit to return to the operation display). If the
chart number information screen says “Chart not loaded” the GS550 has not been programmed to
function as a rated capacity indicator. If rated capacity indication is required contact the person
responsible for the GS550 system installation and maintenance. If in doubt, contact LSI.
Crane Rigging
Under no circumstances is the GS550 a substitute for safe operating practices. The operator must
fully understand the crane rigging and the crane rated capacity chart to be able to correctly pro-
gram the GS550 for rated capacity indication. The GS550 will not take into account critical vari-
ables such as weather, ground and crane conditions that will reduce the safe working capacity of
the crane.
Chart Wizard
Rated capacity indication is based on interpretation of a selected capacity chart using boom angle
and load radius. The chart must be selected by “rigging” the working hoist in the GS550; this is
done by following the chart wizard in menu 2) Crane Rigging.
Important! It is possible to leave the chart wizard at any time by pressing Bypass; the
GS550 will display the message “Rigging ABORTED”. Current capacity chart selection
may have changed, possibly changing the rated capacity indicated by the GS550.
Always complete the chart wizard all the way to the “Rigging ok” message before
operating the crane.
1. Press Menu → Next → Enter to start the chart wizard.

2. The first page of the chart wizard is generally “select hoist”. Use Up and Down to select the
hoist. If the there is only one load sensor in the system select “main”. With two or more load
sensors in the system the main hoist is associated with the first load sensor in the sensor list;
the auxiliary hoist is associated with the second sensor in the sensor list etc.
3. Press Next to advance to the next step of the chart wizard.
4. The steps that follow will depend on the size and complexity of the rated capacity chart itself.
Typical steps include chart selection, outrigger / on rubber selection and boom length selection
(lattice cranes only). Use Up and Down to select from the list of choices and then press Next to
advance to the next step. For accurate rated capacity indication the rigging configuration se-
lected in the chart wizard must reflect the actual rigging of the working sheave.
5. After the last step has been completed the GS550 will display “Rigging ok” and then it will
return to the operation display. If a sensor required by the selected capacity chart is not a part
of the system or has not established communication with the GS550, then the GS550 will dis-
play “sensor invalid”.
Operation 15
Operation Screen
1
Menu
Rigging ok
1) Parts of 2) Crane
line Next Rigging 5
Next
Enter
3
Select hoist Chart
main Next MainBoom
2 aux Jib30ft
Up/Down 4
aux 2 Jib40ft
Up/Down Jib50ft
Figure: The chart wizard – follow steps 1 through 5 to select the capacity chart
Display Settings
Program the display for operator preferences in menu 3) Display Settings.
Weight Units
Important! The steps of boom length, load radius, and rated capacity may differ on
rated capacity charts prepared in different units for the same crane.
The weight units for load display may be selected according to operator preference. Length units
are associated with weight units by default; see the table below.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Enter to go to menu 3A) Weight units.
2. Use Up and Down to select the weight units for load display.
3. Press Next to advance to the language adjustment page or press Exit twice to return to the
operation display.
Table: Weight Units
Unit Notes Equivalent Weight Length Unit

Pound (lb) 1 lb 0.4536 kg Foot (ft.)
Kilogram (kg) 2.205 lb 1 kg Metre (m)
Short ton (T) United States 2000 lb 907.2 kg Foot (ft.)
Long ton (T) United Kingdom 2240 lb 1016 kg Foot (ft.)
Tonne (t) International System (SI) 2205 lb 1000 kg Metre (m)
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Language
Future versions of the GS550 will include different display language options.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next to go to menu 3B) Display language.
2. Press Next to advance to the contrast adjustment page or press Exit twice to return to the
operation display.
Light Intensity
Adjust the intensity off the LEDs (light emitting diodes) to facilitate viewing in bright sunlight or in
reduced visibility.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next to go to menu 3C) Light intensity
adjustment.
2. Use Up and Down to adjust the intensity of the lights.
3. Press Next to advance to the contrast adjustment page or press Exit twice to return to the
operation display.
Contrast
Adjust the LCD contrast to optimize visibility.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next to go to menu 3D) LCD con-
trast adjustment.
2. Use Up and Down to adjust the display contrast.
3. Press Next to advance to the backlight adjustment page or press Exit twice to return to the
operation display.
Backlight Mode
Adjust the LCD backlight control mode to conform to viewing and power supply conditions.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next → Next to go to menu 3E)
Backlight mode.
2. Use Up and Down to select the backlight control mode. The LCD backlight can be always on,
always off or on a four second timer. In the four second timer mode the backlight will come on
for four seconds when any button is pressed.
3. Press Next to advance to the backlight adjustment page or press Exit twice to return to the
operation display.
System Diagnostic
Diagnose system failures with the sub menus of menu 5) System Diagnostic.
System Sensors Diagnostic

1. Press Menu → Back → Enter → Enter to go to menu 5A1).
2. Use Back and Next to select the sensor.
3. Press Enter to see sensor data.
Operation 17
Sensor value Battery level
Power emitted
Internal temperature Power received by the display
Figure: Sensor diagnostic data
4. Press Enter to get the sensor firmware product and version numbers.
Sensor type
Product number Version number
Figure: Sensor firmware product and version numbers
5. Press Exit five times to return to the operation display.
Radio Network Diagnostic

1. Press Menu → Back → Enter → Next → Enter to go to menu 5B1) Radio network back-
ground noise.
WARNING! The “list of last 32 sensors received” includes all functioning GS series sen-
sors within range. Programming a GS550 display for sensors from a different system
will disable that system and render indication by both systems inaccurate.
2. Press Next to go to menu 5B2) List last 32 sensors received.
a. Press Enter to access 5B21), the list of the last 32 sensors received. Sensors are
shown with their radio id number and the sensor type.
b. Use Up and Down to scroll through the list.
c. Press Exit to return to menu 5B2)
3. Press Next to go to menu 5B3) Search for sensors.
a. Press Enter to launch a sensor search. After searching, the display automatically reverts
to 5B21), the list of the last 32 sensors received (see step 2.a).
4. Press Next to go to menu 5B4) Bit error rate communication test. This test should only be
conducted by LSI technical service personnel.
5. Press Exit three times to return to the operation display.
18 The GS550 System

Lockout Diagnostic
1. Press Menu → Back → Enter → Next → Next → Enter to go to menu 5C1) White wire… The
page shows the lockout condition of the output (alarm or safe) and the self-test (pass or fail). To
temporarily invert the lockout relay press Up or Down.
2. Press Next to go to menu 5C2) Green wire diagnostic.
3. Press Next to go to menu 5C3) Orange wire diagnostic.
Display Diagnostic
1. Press Menu → Back → Enter → Next → Next → Next → Enter to go to menu 5D1) Time and
Date. The page shows the current time and date according to the GS550 internal clock.
2. Press Next to go to menu 5D2) Time clock battery. Self-test pass or fail.
3. Press Next to go to menu 5D3) External power voltage.
4. Press Next to go to menu 5D4) Display internal temperature.
5. Press Next to go to menu 5D5) GS550 base station id. The base station id should be the same
as the GS550 display serial number printed on the left side of the box
6. GS550-03 portable displays only: press Next to go to menu 5D6) Battery level. The battery
level of the onboard rechargeable battery pack is indicated.
7. Press Next to go to menu 5D7) Radio. FCC, IC indicates Federal Communications Commis-
sion (U.S.A.) and Industry Canada certification, CE indicates European Community certifica-
tion. The frequency used by the system network is indicated on the second line.
Digital Input Diagnostic

1. Press Menu → Back → Enter → Back → Enter to go to menu 5E4) Blue Wire. The page
shows the blue wire digital input status.
Operation 19
Installation
Display GS550
Important! Do not crack or puncture the membrane fascia. The GS550 display is splash
and rain proof. Waterproofing depends in part on the integrity of the membrane.
Important! Do not power wash the display. The GS550 display is not designed to
withstand high-pressure washing devices that can erode the membrane fascia seal or
create fissures in the membrane fascia. Power washing the display voids warranty
coverage.
Mounting Bracket
1. Determine the mounting location. The display may be installed either inside or outside the cab.
It can be mounted on the dash, on a sidewall, or on the ceiling of the cab. To ensure reliable
radio communication between sensors and the GS550, the antenna must not be in contact with
metal and must have a direct and clear line of sight to the antennas of all sensors. The mount-
ing bracket requires a flat surface of at least 2 inches in diameter on both sides and where the
back of the surface is accessible in order to tighten the nuts.
Figure: Display mounting bracket footprint
2. Drill ¼ inch boltholes through the mounting surface with a ¼ inch bit following either the three,
or the four, hole configuration.
3. Install the display with the supplied bolts. Add the washers and the lock nut behind the mount-
ing surface and tighten sufficiently.
20 The GS550 System

Tip: If the nuts are on the outside of the cab, caulk with silicone between the washers and the cab
to prevent water entry.
4. Loosen the wing nut of the bracket arm to adjust display orientation to facilitate viewing by the
operator and then tighten it back up.
Figure: The power cable requires about 4 ½

in. behind the display to protect the connector
Antenna Position
Figure: Dipole Half Wave Elbow Antenna, part № TA008

For optimal performance the antenna should be positioned on its side such that it is parallel to the
sensor antennas (but not pointing directly to or directly away from them).
• Adjust antenna position with the articulating base.
• The antenna must have 5 inches of clear space all around it.
• The antenna must have an unobstructed line of sight to all sensor antennas at all boom angles.
Installation 21
Power Supply and Lockout Connection
1. Connect the black wire (ground) to the
negative terminal of the crane battery or the Yellow cable
panel connection; alternatively bolt the Red wire
black wire to the body of the machine with a
¼ inch or 5/16 inch bolt. The ground con-
nection must be strong enough to sustain
3 amperes.
2. Connect the red wire to a fused accessory
source, rated at least 3 amperes, that sup- Black wire
plies +12 or +24 volts when the crane is on.
The GS550 will automatically detect the Battery
Crane Power
voltage level and adjust itself.
Supply +12 V or +24 V
Figure: Connection without lockout
3. Lockout number 1 (if required): connect the white wire to a Bosch relay coil. Connect the other
terminal of the relay to the ground. When operating properly the white wire will energize at the
battery positive level. Troubleshooting; if no voltage is present on the white wire remove the
load connected to the lockout. Current over 1.5 amperes on the white wire triggers an auto re-
settable fuse. Current flow will resume several seconds after the short circuit is eliminated.
4. Lockout number 2 (if required): the green wire functions in the same way as the white wire; see
above. The green wire lockout signal could be triggered by a different set of alarms than the
other lockout wires. See the Lockout Settings sub section of this manual.
Yellow cable To valve coil if normally closed is required
White wire Bosch relay
n.c.
Red wire
n.o.
Black wire
co
Battery
+12 V or +24 V
To valve coil if
normally open is
Crane Power Supply required
Figure: Connection with white wire lockout and recommended Bosch relay
22 The GS550 System

5. Lockout number 3 (if required): the orange wire functions in the same way as the white and
green wires; see above.
6. Optional Lockout number 4: if purchased with the fourth lockout option, the blue wire will
function in the same way as the white and green wires, see above.
7. Connect the yellow cable to the GS550. The connector is waterproof and well rated for external
environments. Simply connect the cable to the display and gently tighten the nut. Do not put a
kink in the yellow cable where it enters the connector; any bend in the cable at the base of the
connector must not be so severe as to break the internal connections where the cable meets
the connector.
Orange wire
Green wire
Red wire
White wire
Blue wire
Black wire
Figure: Power supply cable, part № LB006

Figure: GS550 power supply connector
Table: Power and Lockout Connection
Wire Colour Function

Black Negative (ground)
Red Positive 12 or 24 volts (crane power supply)
White Lockout № 1
Green Lockout № 2
Orange Lockout № 3
Blue Optional 4th lockout or digital input
Lockout Settings
Warning, alarm and lockout control is programmed in this menu. The GS550 can be programmed
to generate alarms and lockout for almost all programmed limits, and two-block. Furthermore,
warnings are generated when approaching programmed load limits and rated capacity (when
applicable).
Warning level. When gross load (regardless of tare value) approaches the maximum limit
for a load sensor the red overload alarm light will flash. The maximum limit for a load sensor
is lower of the operator set limit (Limit Menu) or the WLL if rated capacity indication is used.
The proportion of a limit that must be reached to trigger the overload warning is the warning
level. The default factory setting for the warning level is 90%.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next→ Next →
Next → Next → Enter to access menu 4G1) Warning level.
2. Use Up and Down to adjust the warning level.
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3. Press Next to advance to the alarm level adjustment page or press Exit three times to
return to the operation display
Alarm level. All programmed and rated capacity limits and two-block will generate an au-
dible alarm when the alarm level is reached. In the event of two-block or overload the ap-
propriate alarm light will light solid. Other alarms will generate an intermittent alarm
message on the LCD. The proportion of a limit that must be reached to trigger an alarm is
the alarm level. The default factory setting for the alarm level is 100%.
Next → Next → Enter → Next to access menu 4G2) Alarm level.
2. Use Up and Down to adjust the alarm level.
3. Press Next to advance to the lockout level adjustment page or press Exit three times to
return to the operation display
Lockout level. All programmed and rated capacity limits and two-block can generate a
lockout signal when the lockout level is reached. By default the lockout wires carry crane
power supply voltage as long as the display is in safe condition (to inverse lockout polarity
see menu page 4G8). When a lockout level is reached voltage is be cut on all lockout wires
linked to the lockout condition (see menu pages 4G4 through 4G7). The proportion of a limit
that must be reached to trigger lockout is the lockout level. The default factory setting for
the lockout level is 105%.
Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next to access menu 4G3) Lockout level.
2. Use Up and Down to adjust the lockout level.
3. Press Next to advance to the white wire lockout trigger adjustment page or press Exit
three times to return to the operation display
Lockout triggers. Different events can be programmed to cut voltage on the lockout wires
of the yellow cable. Each lockout wire can be linked to a different combination of lockout
conditions.
Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next to access menu 4G4) White wire lock-
out trigger.
2. Select which alarm conditions will trigger lockout on the white wire.
3. Add the lockout codes for the selected alarms together to find the lockout trigger num-
ber.
4. Use Up and Down to adjust the white wire lockout trigger number.
5. Press Next to advance to the next wire trigger menu page and repeat steps 2 through 5,
or, press Exit three times to return to the operation display.
Table: Default Triggers
Lockout Wire Default Trigger

White 4301
Green 34
Orange 32767
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Table: Lockout Codes
Condition Code Condition Code

Maximum wind speed 1 Minimum slew 1024
Minimum angle 2 Maximum slew 2048
Maximum angle 4 Maximum tip height 4096
Overload 8 Maximum imbalance factor 8192
Not used 16 Minimum slack rope 16384
Maximum radius 32 Minimum list angle 32768
Maximum length 64 Maximum list angle 65536
Two-block 128 Minimum trim angle 131072
Maximum wind gust 256 Maximum trim rope 262144
Maximum rope payout 512
Examples:
Maximum wind speed 1 Maximum radius 32
Maximum angle 4 Minimum angle +2
Overload 8 Default green wire trigger = 34
Maximum length 64
Two-block 128
Maximum tip height + 4096
Default white wire trigger = 4301
Lockout relay inversion. By default the lockout wires carry crane power supply voltage
as long as the display is in safe condition. When lockout is triggered voltage is cut on the
lockout wires linked to the lockout condition.
Warning! Inverting lockout relays will allow crane operation in the event the GS550
display fails. Operating a crane without a functioning anti-two-block system and load
and angle indication is dangerous and may be against the law.
Exceptionally the lockout relay can be inverted so that lockout wires carry no voltage in safe
condition and carry crane power supply voltage when in a triggered lockout condition. In
this case if the display fails, crane functions will not lockout.
Next → Next → Enter → Back to access menu 4G8) Lockout relay inverted.
2. Use Up and Down to switch between “yes” and ”no”.
3. Exit three times to return to the operation display.
Password Settings
Three levels of access are available: administrator, operator and public. The administrator pass-
word is required to change the operator password. In the event both the administrator and the
operator passwords are lost please call your LSI representative. Menus accessible from the
operation display can be individually protected by the operator password.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next→ Next → Next →
Next → Next to access the menu 4H1) Set administrator password.
2. 4H1) Set administrator password: Press Next three times to advance to the set user password
page or, to change the administrator password, use Up and Down to adjust the flashing letter
and then use Next to advance to the next letter. Press Enter to save any changes.
Installation 25
3. 4H2) Set user password: Press Next three times to advance to the tare menu protection page
or, to change the user password, use Up and Down to adjust the flashing letter and then use
Next to advance to the next letter. Press Enter to save any changes.
4. Menu 4H3) Tare protected: use Up and Down to switch between “yes” and “no” and press
Next to advance to the next menu page.
5. Repeat step 4 to adjust password protection for each menu as required. Press Enter at any
time to save changes made. Press Exit at any time to return to menu 4) Installation. If there are
any unsaved changes the display will request confirmation: press Enter to save before quitting
or press Exit to quit without saving.
26 The GS550 System

Datasheet
Installation 27
Load Cell
WARNING! Capacity and safety factor for load cells and adapter plate assemblies are
calculated for load along the intended axis of load (vertical with the assembly hanging
free); side loading may cause load cell and adapter plate assembly to fail, causing load
to drop. Lifts must be rigged such that the load cell and adapter plate assembly hang
free and not be subjected to side loading.
Important! The load cell antenna must not be in contact with metal.
Important! The load cell antenna must have a clear line of sight to the GS550 display.
Important! The load cell antenna must point to the left or to the right of the boom; it
must not point directly to, or away from, the GS550 display.
1. Install load cell bushings. Assembly of the load cell

and adapter plates must be configured to the pin
size required by the specific dead end or hook to
which it is to be attached. In all cases, the bush-
ings must be used where possible to adapt the
holes in the load cell to the pins. Bushings must be
secured with the hex screws provided, one on
each side of the load cell.
2. Place at least one washer between adapter plate
and pin head or nut on each end of the pin that
links the adapter plates to the load cell. Additional
washers should be added equally to each end of
the pin as required to inhibit excessive lateral
movement of load cell and adapter plates along
the pin.
3. If the dead end or hook to be connected to the
adapter plates requires a larger opening, washers
may be placed between the load cell and the
adapter plates equally on both sides of the load
cell.
Important! On the smaller of the two pins, the

space between the link and the plates should
not exceed ¼ inch either side of the centred
link regardless of washer placement.
4. In all cases the washers must be placed symmet-

rically such that the load cell is centred on the
pins.
5. Secure the pins with the nuts and cotter pins
provided.
6. A qualified person must verify every lift assembly Figure: Typical load cell and adapter
before first use and periodically thereafter, includ- plate assembly installed
ing before any new, difficult or otherwise different
lift.
28 The GS550 System

Angle Sensors for the Boom or Jib
WARNING! Keep the angle sensor away from the boom and any connecting metal struc-
tures when welding the metal lugs to the boom. Proximity to welding may cause
permanent damage to the angle sensor and prevent accurate angle indication.
Mounting Procedure
The GS010 series angle sensors can be turned on by starting up the GS550 display to which they
are programmed. The angle sensor can then assist in levelling itself with the red and green LED.
Cabin
Cabin
Boom Angle sensor

Angle sensor
Boom
Boom centreline
Figure: Angle sensor
Figure: Angle sensor level with top/bottom axis within 15°
the boom – side view of vertical – front view
Cabin Cabin
Angle
sensor
Angle sensor
Boom Boom
Wedge
Figure: Do not mount the angle Figure: A wedge used to mount the
sensor with its top/bottom axis more angle sensor with its top/bottom axis
than 15° from vertical – front view within 15° of vertical – front view
1. Determine the angle sensor position.

a. The GS010-01 boom angle sensor can be mounted on either side of the boom.
b. The GS010-02 360° angle sensor must be mounted on the left side of the jib.
c. The angle sensor must be level with the boom centreline.
d. The top / bottom axis of the angle sensor must be within 15 degrees of vertical
Installation 29
e. The angle sensor must have a clear line of sight to the cabin mounted display.
f. The angle sensor antenna must not contact a metal object.
2. Install the welding pads; keep the angle sensor well removed from the weld site and any
connecting metal objects while welding.
3. Mount the angle sensor to the weld pads with the screws and washers provided.
4. Verify angle indication on the GS550 LCD.
Figure: Typical operation page with boom angle indication
5. If the angle displayed by a GS010-01 boom angle sensor is a high negative value, then tilt the
angle sensor up over 45 degrees, and then tilt back down to horizontal. The GS010-01 boom
angle sensor will automatically detect on which side of the boom it is installed and correct angle
indication accordingly.
Tip: To enable crane functions when alarm conditions are present, press Bypass for 10 seconds to
enter the “Rig Mode”. Press Bypass once to exit.
Angle Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up

1. Level the boom such that it is perfectly horizontal; use a high quality bubble or digital angle
sensor. If the GS550 display indicates 0.0 degrees then angle calibration is complete; if not
then continue to step 2.
2. For GS011 angle/length sensors only: Carefully remove the cover of the LS101 cable reel.
3. Loosen the mounting screw in the slotted hole of the angle sensor mounting plate.
4. Pivot the angle sensor slightly until angle indication is correct.
Tip: When the angle sensor is moved very slowly, it may take several seconds to see an update at
the GS550 display. Instead move the sensor up a couple of degrees, and then bring it back down
to where it should be. The small light on the angle sensor flashes when it transmits a new value to
the display.
Angle Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550

Calibrate angle indication by adjusting the trim (offset) value in the GS550 display; the GS550 will
then communicate the updated trim value to the sensor.
1. Position the boom at a precisely known angle.
2. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next to go to 4) Installation.
3. Press Enter → Next to go to 4B) Sensor Calibration.
4. Press Enter to go to the password page.
5. Use Back, Next, Up and Down to enter the user password, and then press Enter → Next to
go to 4B2) Manual parameter calibration.
6. Press Enter to go to page 4B2A)
7. Use Back and Next to select the angle sensor to be calibrated.
30 The GS550 System

8. Press Enter → Next to go to the trim adjustment page.
9. Use Up and Down to adjust the trim value.
Example: If angle indicated is 0.3° over the actual angle, adjust the trim value to -0.3.
Example: If angle indicated is 0.9° below the actual angle, adjust the trim value to 0.9.
10. Press Enter to save changes.
11. Press Exit four times to return to the operation display.
12. Verify accurate angle indication at both very high and very low angles.
Operation Display
1) 2)
Parts of Rigging
Crane Line
3) Display
4) Settings
Installation
4A) Sensor List Calibration

4B) Sensor
Enter user password:

aaa
4B1) 4B2)
Automatic
Manualvalue
parameter
calibration wizard
calibration
4B2A) No. x id:

4B2A) No. Gxxxxx
x id: Gxxxxx
Load sensor
Angle sensor
HeartbeatTrim:
60 0.0
Up/Down, Enter->Save
Up/Down, Enter->Save
Figure: Angle Calibration Procedure № 2
Anti-Two-Block Switch GS050

WARNING! Keep the anti-two-block switch away from the boom and any connecting
metal structures when welding mounting brackets to the boom. Proximity to welding
may cause permanent damage to the anti-two-block switch and render the anti-two-
block system unsafe.
Important! To ensure reliable radio communication between the anti-two-block switch

and the GS550 display the following conditions must be respected:
• The antenna of the anti-two-block switch must not be in contact with metal.
• The anti-two-block switch antenna must point to the left or to the right of the
boom; it must not point directly to, or away from, the GS550 display.
• The anti-two-block switch antenna must have a clear line of sight to the GS550
display; in most cases this means mounting the sensor on the same side of the
boom as the operator's cab
Installation 31
1. Verify the GS050 anti-two-block switch is programmed to the GS550 display. Switches shipped
with displays are pre-programmed in the factory. Test: if the switch has been programmed to
the display then the display will go in to two-block alarm when the wire rope of the switch is re-
leased. Press Bypass to silence the alarm until the next two-block event or simulation. If the
switch has not been programmed to the display, this should be done before proceeding to step
2. See the sub-section How to Add a Sensor to the GS550 in this manual.
2. Position the sensor mounting bracket. To ensure that the sensor can pivot securely on the
mounting bracket throughout the full range of boom angle, the mounting bracket must be posi-
tioned at a 30° from horizontal with the boom parallel to the ground and such that the locking
pin of the mounting bracket points up. Bolt or weld securely.
← Boom Tip
Figure: Bracket footprint and orientation. All dimensions are in inches.
Up to 8 in. (20 cm) diameter Boom base →
Mount bracket below and

behind sheave centre.
Figure: Anti-two-block switch placement on a telescopic boom
If the head sheave diameter is between 8 and 16 inches (20-41 centimetres) then two mounting
brackets will be required to permit both live and dead end mounting.
32 The GS550 System

8-16 in. (20-41 cm) diameter
Boom base →
Mount bracket 4 in. (10 cm)

below sheave centre.
Figure: Anti-two-block switch placement for live end mounting on a lattice boom,
8-16 in. (20-41 cm) diameter

Boom base →
Mount bracket 4 in. (10 cm)

in front of the dead end pin. Dead end pin
Figure: Anti-two-block switch placement for dead end mounting on a lattice boom
For live end mounting on multiple sheave blocks with sheaves greater than 16 inches
(41 centimetres) in diameter consult your service representative.
Mount bracket 2-4 in. (5-10 cm)

below sheave centre. Boom base →
Figure: Jib, rooster or other extension, anti-two-block switch

placement for single part of line operation only
For fast line weight installation place the anti-two-block switch mounting bracket directly below
the sheave center as low and as close to the edge of the sheave as possible. Place the fast line
weight mounting bracket on the opposite side of the sheave with the chain hole pointing down
and lined up opposite the pivot of the anti-two-block switch mounting bracket.
Installation 33
Anti-two-block switch
Fast line mounting bracket mounting bracket
Chain hole
Front view
Boom base →
Mount bracket directly below sheave Fast line weight

centre as low as possible.
Figure: Fast line weight installation
3. Chain length adjustment № 1 – minimum boom angle

a. At minimum boom angle, with no additional weight on the hook block and one part of
line only, lift the boom just enough to have the hook block suspend and clear the sensor
chain and weight.
b. Hoist slowly until the red two-block warning lights comes on and the buzzer sounds.
Note the hoisting distance remaining; this distance must be great enough to allow the
operator and the lockout system, if installed, to prevent a two-block event. If necessary,
add lightweight chain between the sensor and weight to increase warning distance. If
still insufficient, contact your service representative.
B) Hook block stops rising,

two-block prevented with
A) Anti-two-block safety margin
switch triggers
two-block alarm
Figure: Anti-two-block weight chain length test at minimum boom angle
Figure: Anti-two-block weight chain length
34 The GS550 System

4. Chain length adjustment № 2 – maximum boom angle
a. Raise the boom to the maximum angle.
b. Hoist slowly until the red two-block warning lights comes on and the buzzer sounds.
Note the hoisting distance remaining; this distance must be great enough to allow the
operator and the lockout system, if installed, to prevent a two-block event. If necessary,
add lightweight chain between the sensor and weight to increase warning distance. Ver-
ify that the warning distance is equal to or greater than that determined at the minimum
boom angle.
B) Hook block stops rising,

two-block prevented with
A) Anti-two-block safety margin
switch triggers
two-block alarm
Figure: Anti-two-block weight chain length test at maximum boom angle
Tip: Have a second person stand off to the side of the crane to closely monitor the hoisting
distance from the hook block to the head sheave block.
5. Chain length adjustment № 3 – speed test: Lower the boom until the weight height becomes
visually clear to the operator. Repeatedly create two-block, progressively hoisting faster, to en-
sure that the warning and lockout work within acceptable amount of time and distance. In-
crease the length of the small chain if needed.
Length Sensor Cable Reel

WARNING! Arc welding will damage LSI sensors, causing immediate failure or greatly
reducing functional life. Arc welding on or near LSI equipment will void warranty. Keep
LSI equipment well clear of any arc welding.
The GS101 includes the LS101 cable reel and the GS011 angle/length sensor. The GS011 is
concealed under the cover of the LS101, though the antenna is visible. Following cable reel
installation and boom length indication calibration, boom angle indication will have to be verified
and possibly calibrated. Refer to Angle Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up and Angle
Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550 in this manual.
Installation 35
GS011 angle/length
sensor antenna
LS011 length sensor

cable reel
Figure: GS101 angle & length sensor
Maximum Boom Extension

Confirm the extension of the LS101 cable reel is compatible with the boom.
Step 1. Note the cable reel maximum extension: 100 feet T= ______________
(30.5 metres) unless specified otherwise.
Step 2. Note the retracted boom length. A= ______________
Step 3. Note the maximum extended boom length, not B= ______________

including jib.
Step 4. Calculate maximum boom extension. C=B–A= ______________
Step 5. Compare cable reel maximum extension (T) to D=T–C= ______________

maximum boom extension (C).
Maximum cable reel extension must be greater than maximum boom extension.
Mounting the Cable Reel

1. Determine placement. Find a clear mounting position on the left side of the first (lowest) section
of the boom. The mounting position should be close to the base of the boom; at least ten feet
(three metres) from the tip of the first section and where the cable reel won’t obstruct free boom
movement at all boom angles and slew positions. Furthermore, the reel must be placed such
that the cable has a clear straight line to the end of the last section at all boom lengths.
36 The GS550 System

Boom at 0 degrees from horizontal
← Boom tip Boom base → Welding pads level and in line

with the boom at 0 degrees
Welding pad holes 2 ¼ in.

apart, centre to centre
Welding pad holes tapped ⅜-16
Welding pad Welding pads holes 16 ⅛ in.

apart, centre-to-centre
Figure: Cable reel mounting position
2. Mount the welding tabs. They must be placed parallel to each other, with 16 ⅛ inches between
the holes’ centres. Install the tabs such that they create a level mounting position in line with
the boom at 0 degrees.
Tip: When factory installed the GS011 angle/length sensor transmitter is integrated to the LS101
cable reel with the angle sensor zeroed. If the cable reel is installed perfectly level on the boom at
0 degrees, the angle sensor of the GS011 will also be zeroed. Minor adjustments to the angle
sensor (within plus or minus two degrees) are possible after cable reel installation.
3. Attach the reel to the welding tabs with the bolts provided. The reel should be orientated with
the GS011 angle/length sensor antenna coming out the top side of the cable reel cover.
4. Install the first cable guide (PA111) about 10 feet (3 metres) from the cable reel. Correct
alignment of the first guide is critical to ensure orderly winding of the cable on the reel. Install
the other guides at the end of each of the intermediate sections and the anchor (PA113) at the
end of the last section. All guides must be aligned so as to permit unobstructed movement of
the cable.
5. Pull out at least 5 feet (1 ½ metres) of cable, but not more than half the excess extension D.
Feed through the cable guides and attach to the cable anchor on the tip of the last boom sec-
tion. If additional cable length is required to reach the cable anchor point remove winds from
the reel without putting additional tension on the cable reel spring. There should be minimal
tension on the cable reel spring when the boom is fully retracted.
6. Verify the boom length indicated on the GS550 LCD. Boom length is indicated following the
length abbreviation “L”, typically on the first or second operation page. Boom length indicated
should equal the actual total boom length. The actual boom length is the distance from the
boom base pin to the head sheave centre as measured along the boom centreline. Depending
on the exact placement of the cable reel and the cable anchor the displayed length may differ
from the actual length.
Figure: GS550 LCD – typical operation page two with boom length indication
Installation 37
Cable anchor
Cable guide Boom base pin
Cable reel
Boom length
Figure: The actual boom length
Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up
Important! Monitor length sensor cable length remaining as the boom is extended for
the first time with the installed cable reel. This generally requires a second person (in
addition to the operator.
1. Fully retract the boom

2. Adjust the loose wire rope at the boom tip so that the displayed boom length matches the
actual boom length.
3. Fully extend the boom
4. Verify the boom length indicated at full boom extension matches the actual fully extended boom
length. If not then follow Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550.
Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550

If the displayed boom length does not match the actual length of the boom retracted or extended
and if it is not possible to easily correct by following Boom Length Calibration Procedure № 1
(previous page), then follow this procedure. This procedure is completed in the operators cab, it
requires fully retracting, and then fully extending the boom, as prompted by the on screen instruc-
tions.
38 The GS550 System

1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next to go to menu 4)
Operation Display Installation.
2. Press Enter → Next to go to menu 4B) Sensor Calibra-
1) 2)
Parts of Rigging
Crane Line tion.
3) Display
4) Settings
Installation
4. Use Back, Next, Up, and Down to enter the user pass-
4A)4B)
Sensor List
Sensor Calibration word, and then press Enter to go to 4B1) Automatic
Value Calibration Wizard.
Enter user password: 5. Press Enter to go to 4B1A).
aaa
6. Use Back and Next to select the length sensor, and then
4B1) Automatic value
press Enter to confirm communication with the sensor is
calibration wizard possible.
7. Press Next to start the wizard.
4B1A) No. x id: Gxxxxx
Length sensor 8. Note the units that will be used during the calibration
wizard, and then press Next.
Communicating with
remote sensor 9. Fully retract the boom, and then press Next.
10. Use Up and Down to adjust the length value displayed to
Length calibration equal the actual fully retracted boom length, and then
wizard. Press Next.
press Next.
1/8) Confirm current 11. Fully extend the boom, and then press Next.
units: (feet, metres)
12. Use Up and Down to adjust the length value displayed to
2/8) Retract boom to equal the actual fully extended boom length, and then
min length: xx.x press Next.
13. Note the new trim value, and then press Next.
3/8) Adjust actual
boom length: xx.x 14. Note the new scale value, and then press Next.
15. Press Enter to send the new calibration to the length
4/8) Extend boom to
max length: xxx.x sensor.
5/8) Adjust actual
boom length: xxx.x
6/8) Calib Result

Trim: xx.x
7/8) Calib Result

Scale: x.xxxx
8/8) Press Enter to

save calib in sensor
Figure: The boom length
calibration wizard.
Installation 39
Radius
Radius Verification and Adjustment

1. Verify the boom and luffing jib* angles, and the boom length†, are indicated correctly.
2. Verify the correct rated capacity chart is selected‡.
3. Test № 1: measure the actual radius and compare to the radius indicated. Repeat with the
boom at minimum angle, at 45 degrees, and at maximum angle; repeat at minimum and maxi-
mum boom length†. If radius indication is not accurate then go to step 4.
4. Measure the basic radius parameters on the crane (see pages 42 and 43).
5. Program the basic radius parameters in the radius settings menu (see page 41).
boom at minimum angle, at 45 degrees, and at maximum boom angle; repeat at minimum and
maximum boom length†. If radius indication is not accurate then go to the next step.
Tip: If the difference between the displayed radius and actual radius remains constant at all boom
lengths and angles, then correct by adjusting the slew offset. For example: if the radius displayed
is always 2.3 feet longer than the actual radius, then subtract 2.3 from the slew offset.
7. If the crane is rigged with the main boom only, then go directly to step 11.
8. If the crane is rigged with a rooster, jib, or other extension then the advanced radius parame-
ters must be measured on the crane (see page 44) and then programmed in the radius settings
menu of the display (see page 41).
10. Test for boom deflection: is the radius indicated equal to the actual radius with the boom at 0
degrees and at 90 degrees but greater than the actual radius with the boom at 45 degrees? If
yes then adjust the boom deflection value to compensate:
a. Raise the boom to 45 degrees with a known load.
b. Compare the indicated radius with the actual radius. Change the boom deflection value
and again compare the radius displayed with the actual radius. Repeat until the radius
displayed equals the actual radius.
Tip: with the boom at 45° and the maximum load on the hoist, the boom deflection value should
equal the difference between the actual and the displayed radius. With the boom at 45° and half
the maximum load on the hoist, the boom deflection value should equal twice the difference
between the actual and the displayed radius.
*
When the hoist is rigged off a luffing jib only
†
Telescopic boom cranes only
‡
Systems with rated capacity charts programmed in the GS550 only
40 The GS550 System

Radius Settings
1. Press Menu → Next →Next → Next to go to menu 4) Installation.
2. Press Enter → Next → Next to go to menu 4C) Radius Settings.
3. Press Enter; use Up and Down, Back and Next to enter the user password; and then press
Enter to go to the first radius settings page 4C1) Boom length.
4. Use Back and Next to navigate between the radius settings pages and use Up and Down to
adjust the settings.
5. Press Enter to save any changes and press Exit three times to return to the operation display.
Important! Radius settings 4C13 to 4C20 are specific to the hoist line (or sheave
number) selected on page 4C12.
Operation Display
1) Parts of Line
2) Crane Rigging
3) 4)
Display Settings
Installation
Basic radius parameters

4B) Sensor
4C) Radius Settings
4C10) Jib mount point
perpendicular 0.0
aaa
4C11) Jib mounting
point parallel 0.0
4C1) Boom length
60.0
4C12) Select hoist
main
4C2) Slew offset
0.0
4C13) Jib length
0.0
4C3) Height offset
0.0
4C14) Luffing jib
length 0.0
4C4) Boom deflection
0.0
4C15) Lattice
extension length 0.0
4C5) Boom top length
0.0
4C16) Manual length
0.0
4C6) Boom top offset
0.0
4C17) Sheave head len.
perpendicular 0.0
4C7) No load
Deflection 0.0
4C18) Sheave head len.
parallel 0.0
4C8) Jib offset
0.0
4C19) Sheave radius
0.0
4C9) Lattice extension
offset 0.0
4C20) Deduct
0.0
Figure: Radius settings
Installation 41
Basic Radius Parameters for a Lattice Crane
Jib mounting point Jib offset angle
Head sheave
Sheave radius (menu 4C19) Jib length
(Your measurement)
Sheave head length perpendicular (menu 4C17)

The distance from the head sheave centre to the
boom centreline
(Your measurement)
Boom Length (menu 4C1)
The distance from the
boom base pin to the
head sheave centre
Boom base pin
(Your measurement)
Crane centre of
rotation
Slew offset (menu 4C2)

The distance from the boom base pin to
the crane centre of rotation
If the boom base pin is behind the
centre of rotation this value will be
negative.
(Your measurement)
Figure: Basic radius parameters for a lattice crane
42 The GS550 System

Basic Radius Parameters for a Telescopic Boom Crane
Sheave head length perpendicular (menu 4C17)

• The distance from the head sheave centre to
the boom centreline
(Your measurement)
Boom length: the distance from the boom base

pin to the head sheave centre
Sheave radius (menu 4C19)
(Your measurement)
Boom base pin
Slew offset (menu 4C2)

• The distance from the boom base pin to
the crane centre of rotation
• If the boom base pin is behind the centre
of rotation this value will be negative. Crane centre of rotation
(Your measurement)
Figure: Basic radius parameters for a telescopic boom crane
Installation 43
Advanced Radius Parameters
Typical sheave heads:

• Sheave head length perpendicular = D1
• Sheave head length parallel = 0 (typical)
Extensions, two possibilities:
1) Manual length: the offset is
always zero degrees. Special top sheaves
2) Lattice extension length: the D2 (example: rooster):
offset angle must be adjusted. • Sheave head length
D1 perpendicular = D2
• Sheave head length
Lattice extension length
parallel = D3
Lattice extension offset angle
D3
Boom top length Luffing jib length

(center sheave to
center sheave)
Boom top
offset angle Fixed jib length
& offset angle
Jib mounting point

parallel & perpendicular
Lattice extension
length & offset angle Luffing jib
angle sensor
Boom top length

& offset angle
Main boom
Boom length includes

boom top
Boom angle sensor
Boom heel pin

Boom length includes
boom top
Slew offset.
Figure: Advanced radius parameters
44 The GS550 System

Wireless Wind Speed Sensor GS020
WARNING! Do not weld in proximity to LSI sen-

sor/transmitters.
Figure: GS020 wireless

wind speed sensor
Figure: Do not weld on sensors!
1. Remove the mounting rod from the wind speed sensor.

2. Select the welding point for the mounting rod.
a. Install the mounting rod on the same side of the boom as the cabin mounted display,
perpendicular to the boom, and at the highest point possible.
b. The wind speed sensor must pivot freely on the mounting rod at all boom angles.
Figure: Swivel orientation
c. The wind cups must be fully exposed to the wind and spin freely at all boom angles.
Installation 45
Figure: Wind clearance
d. There must be a clear and unobstructed line of sight between the wind speed sensor
antenna and the cabin mounted display unit
Figure: Radio line of sight

e. The transmitter antenna must not contact any metal object.
Tip: Angle iron can be used to extend the mounting position clear of the boom top.
3. Weld the mounting rod to the boom at the selected point.
4. Re-position the wind speed sensor on the mounting rod, add the washer and secure with the
cotter pin.
46 The GS550 System

Wireless Load Pins
WARNING! Do not pull on a load pin by the pigtail.
LP011, LP015, and LP026
1. Mount the load pin to the boom tip or

block by replacing the pin of the wedge
socket. The load pin is directional and
must be oriented correctly to indicate Wedge socket
load accurately. Install the pin so that the
bracket embraces the wedge socket and
prevents pin rotation.
Load pin ↑
Tip: When installed at the boom tip the lot
number can be read right side up and the
“line pull” arrow points down towards the
block. When installed at a single part block
the lot number can be read upside down and
the “line pull” arrow points up towards the Single part block
boom tip.
2. Secure the load pin in place with a cotter
pin or other suitable keeper device. Figure: Load pin LP011, LP015, or LP026 –
installation on a single part block
Boom tip
Load pin
AA10K11
LINE PULL
↓
Cotter pin
Pigtail
Wedge socket
Figure: Load pin LP011, LP015, or LP026 – installation at boom tip
Load Pin Transmitter GS001

1. Determine the transmitter mounting position.
a. The load pin and transmitter pigtails must connect easily without stretching or kinking at
all boom angles and working conditions. The jumper cable may be used between the
load pin and transmitter to increase transmitter placement options.
Installation 47
b. There must be direct unobstructed line of sight from the transmitter to the display; this
may not be required on cranes with a maximum boom length less than 100 feet (33 me-
tres).
c. The transmitter antenna must not be in contact with any metal object.
WARNING! Do not weld in proximity to LSI sensor/transmitters.

2. Weld the mounting blocks where required.
3. Mount the load pin transmitter on the mounting blocks.
Operation Display
1) 2)
Parts of Rigging
Crane Line Load Pins, Line Riders and Compression
3) Display Settings
Cells: Calibration
4) Installation
4A)4B)
Sensor List
Sensor Calibration Load pins, line riders and compression cells must be cali-
brated at installation and every time thereafter the installa-
tion, the load sensor or the load transmitter is changed.
aaa
Important! Do not recalibrate flat bar load links (part
4B1) Automatic value numbers GC005, GC012, GC018, GC035, GC060,
calibration wizard GC100, and GC170).
Load sensor
This procedure requires two known weights. The first (light)
weight should be about 10% of load sensor capacity and not
Communicating with less than 5%. The second (heavy) weight should be over
remote sensor 50% of capacity, and absolutely not less than 25%.
Load calibration 1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next to go to menu 4)

wizard. Press Next. Installation.
2. Press Enter → Next to go to menu 4B) Sensor Calibra-
1/9) Enter actual
parts of line: 1 tion.
2/9) Confirm current
unit: (lb, kg, T, t) 4. Use Back, Next, Up, and Down to enter the user pass-
word, and then press Enter to go to 4B1) Automatic
3/9) Lift known Value Calibration Wizard.
load No. 1: xxxx
5. Press Enter to go to 4B1A).
4/9) Adjust actual 6. Use Back and Next to select the load sensor, and then
load No. 1: xxxx
press Enter to confirm communication with the sensor is
possible.
5/9) Lift known
load No. 2: xxxx 7. Press Next to start the wizard.
8. Use Up and Down to adjust the actual parts of line on the
6/9) Adjust actual
load No. 2: xxxx load sensor, and then press Next.
9. Note the units that will be used during the calibration
7/9) Calib Result
Trim: xxx
wizard, and then press Next.
10. Lift the first (lighter) known load, and then press Next.
8/9) Calib Result
Scale: x.xxxx
11. Use Up and Down to adjust the load value displayed to
equal the actual known load lifted, and then press Next.
9/9) Press Enter to 12. Lower the first load, lift the second (heavier) known load,
and then press Next.
Figure: The automatic load 13. Use Up and Down to adjust the load value displayed to
calibration wizard. equal the actual known load lifted, and then press Next.
48 The GS550 System

15. Note the new scale value, and then press Next.
16. Press Enter to send the new calibration to the load sensor.
Four Point Lift

The following functions are available for applications such as container cranes and gantry cranes
that require load indication from four load sensors simultaneously.
• Sum load indication
• Imbalance
• Slack Rope
These functions can be used to generate an alarm condition on the lockout wires of the GS550.
Sum Load Indication

When sum load indication is programmed the sum of the loads on the pre-determined load sensors
is indicated by the operation display. To activate sum load indication program a “Sum load sensor”
in the sensor list. The “id number” is used to identify the load sensors to be summed.
Sum maximum limit. The maximum limit for the sum load can be adjusted in the limit
menu; the default maximum limit for sum load indication is 10000 (lb or kg depending on
load display units).
Program sum load indication.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Enter to go to the sensor list, menu
page 4A1.
2. Press Next repeatedly to advance to the next available sensor position, usually follow-
ing the four load sensors.
3. Determine the sum load cell “id number”. For example: id 1234 to indicate the sum of
load sensors № 1, № 2, № 3, and № 4, or id 34 to indicate the sum of load sensors № 3
and № 4.
4. Use Up and Down to adjust the id number.
5. Press Next.
6. The sensor type should flash; use Up and Down to select the sensor type “Sum load
cell”.
7. Press Enter to save any changes.
8. Press Next to program the imbalance sensor or press Exit three times to return to the
operation display.
9. Adjust the sum maximum limit in the limit menu
Imbalance
Systems programmed for four load sensors and four load sum indication can be programmed with
an imbalance sensor to warn against uneven load distribution or against unwanted rope payout if
one corner of the load touches down before the others.
Installation 49
Imbalance factor limit. The imbalance factor is the percent difference between the load
on one load sensor and the average load on the other three. The imbalance factor is calcu-
lated for each of the four load sensors and then compared to an adjustable limit. The de-
fault imbalance factor limit is 15%.
Imbalance minimum limit. Imbalance is not calculated when the four load sum is below
the imbalance minimum limit. Adjust this limit to avoid generating an imbalance alarm under
minimum load conditions (for example: with an empty container or with rigging only). The
default imbalance minimum limit is 1000 (pounds or kilograms depending on load display
units).
Program the imbalance sensor.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Enter to go to the sensor list (4A1).
ing the four load sensors and the sum load sensor.
3. The id can be left at 0, press Next.
4. The sensor type should flash; use Up and Down to select the sensor type Imbalance
sensor. Only one imbalance sensor is required to calculate imbalance for all four load
sensors.
7. Confirm the imbalance factor limit and the imbalance minimum limit in the limit menu.
Examples:
Imbalance factor calculation for load sensor № 1

Average (Load 2, 3, and 4) – Load 1
Load № 1 Imbalance Factor = 100 x
Average (Load 2, 3, and 4)
If the imbalance factor limit is 15%, then the system is safe.
A 7500 B 8100 8100 – 7500

C 8000 D 8200 Load № 1 (A) Imbalance Factor = 100 X = 7.5 %
8100
If the imbalance factor limit is 15%, then an imbalance alarm is generated.
A 6800 B 8100 8100 – 6800

C 8000 D 8200 Load № 1 (A) Imbalance Factor = 100 X = 16 %
8100
Slack Rope
Systems programmed for four load sensors and four load sum indication can be programmed with
a slack rope sensor to warn against unwanted rope payout when the load touches down.
50 The GS550 System

Slack rope minimum limit. The slack rope sensor compares the sum load to an adjust-
able slack rope minimum limit. When the sum load goes below the slack rope limit a slack
rope alarm is generated. The slack rope limit is usually adjusted to less than the weight of
all rigging below the load sensors. The default slack rope minimum limit for is 1000 (pounds
or kilograms depending on load display units).
Program the slack rope sensor.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Enter to go to the sensor list, menu
page 4A1.
ing the four load sensors, the sum load sensor and the imbalance sensor.
3. The id can be left at 0, press Next.
4. The sensor type should flash; use Up and Down to select the sensor type Slack rope
sensor. Only one slack rope sensor is required to calculate slack rope for all four load
sensors.
7. Adjust the slack rope minimum limit in the limit menu
List and Trim Angle Sensor

The GS010-03 is a two axis angle sensor designed to detect both list and trim angle. Minimum and
maximum limits for list and trim angle are adjustable in the display. The display will generate an
alarm if the limits are exceeded and can be programmed to generate lockout. Furthermore list and
trim angle can be used to control rated capacity chart selection where required (example: barge
cranes).
List (roll) Trim (pitch)
Figure: List and trim axes
Installation 51
Programming the GS550 for List and Trim Indication
For list indication, add the GS010-03 id number to the sensor list (menu 4A1) and select the sensor
type “List sensor”.
For trim indication, add the GS010-03 id number to the sensor list (menu 4A1) and select the
sensor type “Trim sensor”.
The maximum and minimum angles for list and trim indication can be adjusted in the limit menu.
The default limits are 10.0° maximum and -10.0° minimum.
Mounting Instructions
WARNING! Remove the angle sensor from any connecting metal structures or surfaces
when welding the metal lugs to the mounting surface. Proximity to welding may cause
permanent damage to the angle sensor and prevent accurate angle indication.
1. Determine the angle sensor position.
a. The mounting surface must be flat and known to be level (0°) in both the list and trim
axes.
b. The angle sensor must have a clear line of sight to the cabin mounted display.
c. The angle sensor must be installed horizontally, with the antenna pointing up.
d. The list and trim axes are indicated on the angle sensor, follow these indications to ori-
ent the sensor correctly for accurate list and trim indication.
e. The angle sensor antenna must not contact a metal object.
2. Install the welding pads; keep the angle sensor well removed from the weld site and any
connecting metal objects while welding.
3. Mount the angle sensor to the weld pads with the screws and washers provided.
4. Verify list and trim angle indication by the GS550; in operation display, use Next to advance to
the list and trim indication page.
Figure: Trim and list angle indication
List and Trim Angle Calibration Procedure

Calibrate angle indication by adjusting the offset values for list and trim in the GS550 display; the
GS550 will then communicate the updated offset values to the sensor.
1. Install the sensor at a precisely known list and trim angle.
2. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next to go to 4) Installation.
3. Press Enter → Next to go to 4B) Sensor Calibration.
5. Use Back, Next, Up and Down to enter the user password, and then press Enter to go to 4B1)
Automatic value calibration wizard.
6. Press Enter to go to page 4B1A)
52 The GS550 System

7. Use Back and Next to select the trim (or list) sensor.
8. Press Enter → Next to go to the first step of the calibration wizard; note the uncorrected angle
indicated.
9. Press Next to go to the second step, angle correction. Use Up and Down to adjust the angle
value indicated until it is equal to the known angle.
10. Press Next to go to the third step, note the offset value.
11. Press Enter to communicate changes to the sensor.
12. Repeat steps 6 through 11 for the list angle.
14. Verify accurate list and trim angle indication.
Operation Display
1) 2)
Parts of Rigging
Crane Line
4) Installation

4B) Sensor

aaa
4B1) Automatic value

calibration wizard
4B1A) 4B1A)
No. x No.
id: x
Gxxxxx
id: Gxxxxx
Load sensor
Trim
Communicating with
remote sensor
Trim calibration
wizard. Press Next.
1/4) Known trim

angle: 0.6°
2/4) Adjust actual

trim angle: 0.1°
3/4) Calib Result

Trim: -0.5°
4/4) Press Enter to

Figure: Trim angle calibration
Installation 53
Rope Payout
Figure: Rope payout display
Figure: Rope payout on a line rider
Typically the rope payout sensor is factory installed on the line rider load sensor. Alternatively the
rope payout sensor may be installed on an appropriate sheave. Power supply must be provided to
the rope payout sensor. A GS550 display can then be programmed to communicate with the
sensor and to indicate rope payout (length) and rope speed.
Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 1: Mechanical Set-Up

1. Hoist up to reel in the wire rope fully.
2. Install the rope payout system.
3. Verify that the rope payout sensor is programmed in the sensor list (menu 4A1).
4. Zero the rope payout length in the Tare menu (see Operation, Display GS550, Keypad, Tare in
this manual).
5. Hoist down to pay out a known length of wire rope (for example: 20 feet).
6. Verify the rope payout indicated matches the actual length of wire rope paid out. If not then
follow Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 2.
Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 2: Correct with the GS550

If rope payout indicated does not match actual rope payout, and if it is not possible to easily correct
by following Rope Payout Calibration Procedure № 1, then follow this procedure. This procedure
requires hoisting up to fully reel in the wire rope, and then hoisting down to pay out a known length
of wire rope. For accurate calibration the “known length” paid out must be accurately measured.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → to go to menu 4) Installation.
54 The GS550 System

2. Press Enter → Next to go to menu 4B) Sensor Calibration.
3. Press Enter to go to the password page. Operation Display
4. Use Back, Next, Up, and Down to enter the user
password, and then press Enter to go to 4B1) Automatic 1) Parts of Line
2) 3)
Crane Rigging
Display Settings
Value Calibration Wizard. 4) Installation
5. Press Enter to go to 4B1A).

6. Use Back and Next to select the rope payout sensor, 4A)4B)
Sensor List
Sensor Calibration
and then press Enter to confirm communication with the
sensor is possible. Enter user password:
7. Press Next to start the wizard. aaa
8. Note the units that will be used during the calibration 4B1) Automatic value
wizard, and then press Next. calibration wizard
9. Hoist up (pay in) the wire rope and then press Next.
10. Use Up and Down to adjust the actual wire rope payout Rope payout
length and then press Next.
Communicating with
11. Hoist down (payout) the wire rope and then press Next. remote sensor
12. Use Up and Down to program the actual wire rope
payout length and then press Next. RopePay Calibration
Wizard. Press Next.
14. Note the new scale value, and then press Next. 1/8) Confirm current
units: (feet/metres)
15. Press Enter to send the new calibration to the rope
payout sensor. 2/8)HoistUp – Pay In
rope length: xx.x
3/8) Adjust actual
rope length: xx.x
Rope Payout Limits 4/8)HoistDown-Payout

rope length: xx.x
The minimum and maximum rope payout (length) limits and 5/8) Adjust actual
the maximum rope speed limit can be adjusted in the rope length: xx.x
display in the limit menu. The maximum rope payout limit
can be programmed to trigger lockout when exceeded, see 6/8) Calib result
Trim: xx.x
menu 4G Lockout Settings. The minimum rope payout limit
and the maximum rope speed limit will trigger an alarm 7/8) Calib result
when exceeded. The default limit for maximum rope payout Scale: x.xxxx
is 300 feet; the default minimum limit is -300 feet. The
default limit for maximum rope speed is 15.0 feet per 8/8) Press Enter to
second.
Figure: Rope payout Calibration.
Installation 55
Figure: An alternative installation
Data Logger
The GS550 includes a data logger that records all significant events including actual sensor values
and a date and time stamp. The data logger memory can hold over 16 000 records, this is equiva-
lent to several days or several years of operation depending on the recording mode selected and
machine use. The data can be extracted using a portable download tool and then transferred to a
personal computer for analysis.
Recording Modes
Adjust the data logger recording mode as required:
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next → Next → Next →
Enter to go to menu 4F1) Data logger mode
2. Use Up and Down to select the data logger recording mode.
3. Automatic modes only: press Next to advance to the adjustment page for the interval (auto-
matic recording mode), variation (automatic variation recording mode), or threshold (automatic
peak recording mode).
5. Press Exit three times to return to the operation display or press Next to adjust the data logger
date and time (see below).
Tip: all alerts are recorded by the data logger regardless of the mode selected.
Alarm only. Record alarms only. All the other data logger modes also record alarms.
56 The GS550 System

Automatic recording. A record is added at a specified interval. When the automatic re-
cording data logger mode is selected on menu page 4F1 (see step 3 above) press Next to
go to page 4F11) and then use Up and Down to adjust the record interval in minutes.
Important! Wind speed: the data logger recording mode must be set to automatic
recording to log the data required by the wind speed report feature of the Data Logger
Viewer software.
Automatic variation. A record is added when load increases by more than the operator
adjusted percentage. When the automatic variation data logger mode is selected on menu
page 4F1 (see step 3 above) press Next to go to page 4F11) and then use Up and Down
to adjust the variation threshold.
Automatic peak. In the automatic peak mode the data logger analyzes the measured
weight and records the peak value only. One threshold per load cell must be adjusted.
When the weight drops by more than the peak threshold the peak weight is recorded. Only
one event is recorded for each pick when the threshold is adjusted correctly. When the
automatic peak data logger mode is selected on menu page 4F1 (see step 3 above) press
Next to go to page 4F11) and then use Up and Down to adjust the peak threshold for the
first load cell. Press Next to repeat for the second load cell etc. Up to four load cells can be
programmed for automatic peak data logging.
User input. Available on request only, the status of all sensors is recorded on demand. A
custom hardware modification to the GS550 display is required and a normally open push
button must be installed on a digital input to the GS550 through a pre-determined wire of
the power supply and lockout cable.
All data. All communications between a display and its sensors are recorded.
Date and Time

Adjust the data logger date and time as required:
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next → Next → Next →
Enter → Next to go to menu 4F2) Adjust date.
2. The last two digits of the year should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the year.
3. Press Next to adjust the month.
4. The month should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the month.
5. Press Next to adjust the day.
6. The day should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the day.
7. Press Next to adjust the time.
8. The hour should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the hour from 00 (midnight) to 23 (11
pm).
9. Press Next to adjust the minute.
10. The minute should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the minute.
11. Press Next to adjust the second.
12. The second should be flashing: use Up and Down to adjust the second.
Installation 57
The Sensor List
All sensors in the GS550 system are programmed in the sensor list. The GS550 uses information
from all sensors in the sensor list. Conversely the GS550 will not use or display information from
sensors that are not programmed to the sensor list. If a sensor is removed from the crane then it
must be removed from the sensor list. If a sensor is replaced the sensor list must be updated with
the new id number.
WARNING! Information display from load, angle and boom length sensors that are not
correctly installed will not be accurate.
WARNING! Rated capacity, radius, and tip height based on information from angle and
boom length sensors that are not correctly installed will not be accurate.
Tip: To ensure communication sensors must be at least six feet from the GS550 display.
How to Add a Sensor to the GS550

1. Determine the radio identification number (id) of the sensor to be added. This number between
10000 and 99999 is engraved on the sensor.
2. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Enter to go to menu page 4A1).
3. Advance to the next empty sensor position in the sensor list. Press Next repeatedly until the
LCD shows “No sensor” on the bottom line. Up to 32 sensors may be added to the sensor list.
4. The id number should flash; this means it is adjustable. Use Up and Down to program the
sensor id.
Tip: Press Up and Down simultaneously to make the sensor id number jump directly to 15000.
Press Up and Down simultaneously again to make the sensor id number jump directly to 10000.
Press Up and Down simultaneously a third time to make the sensor id number jump directly to 0.
5. Press Next.
6. The sensor type (“No sensor”) should flash; this means it is adjustable. Use Up and Down to
select the sensor type.
7. Press Enter to save any changes made to the sensor list.
Sensor list position Sensor radio id number
Sensor type
Figure: Menu page 4A1) – the sensor list
58 The GS550 System

How to Remove a Sensor from the GS550
1. Determine the sensor to be removed. If more than one sensor of the same type has been
added to the sensor list then determine the radio identification number (id) of the sensor to be
removed before proceeding. This number between 10000 and 99999 is engraved on the sen-
sor.
2. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Enter to go to menu page 4A1).
3. Press Next repeatedly to advance to the page of the sensor list showing the id of the sensor to
be removed.
4. The sensor id should flash, press Next, the sensor type should flash; this means it is adjust-
able. Use Up and Down to select “No sensor”. This will remove the sensor from the sensor list
but retain the sensor id.
Tip: Press Next and Back simultaneously to remove the sensor from the sensor list. The id
number will revert to 0, and the sensor type will revert to “No Sensor”.
5. Press Enter to save any changes made to the sensor list.
Sensor list position Sensor radio id number
Sensor type
Figure: Menu page 4A1) – the sensor list
Network Options
Listen Only Mode

When the GS550 is started it normally wakes up the sensors in the sensor list and takes control of
them. The last display started that is programmed for a sensor becomes that sensor’s network
controller. This means that if a second display is programmed for a sensor, it will take control of it;
the sensor will no longer acknowledge communication from the first display. Occasionally it may be
useful to monitor an installed system from a remote display without disrupting the existing network.
The GS550 can be programmed to operate in “listening mode”. In this mode the GS550 will display
information from programmed sensors without becoming the network controller.
Important! Sensors can only have one network controller at a time. To receive com-
munication from a sensor without taking control of that sensor a display must first be
programmed in “listening mode”.
Installation 59
Program the listen only mode.
1. Press Menu → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next → Next → Next →
Next → Next → Next → Next → Enter to go to menu 4I1).
2. Use Up and Down to switch between “network controller” and “listen only” modes.
3. Press Enter to save any change.
When a display is adjusted to listen only mode the following message flashes three times
during the start-up routine: “The display is in listen only mode”.
Tip: To regain network control of programmed sensors adjust the GS550 to “network controller”
(menu 4I1, see the procedure above), shut the display off, and then start it again.
Repeater
Communication between a GS550 and a programmed sensor can be routed through a different
programmed sensor (repeater). This can be done either to extend the range of the network or to
assist communication around a large radio obstacle. The battery life of the sensor repeated
(source) will be reduced by about a year*. The battery life of the sensor repeater will be reduced to
35 days†. This function should not be used where it is not required.
Program a sensor repeater.
Next → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next to go to menu 4I2) Set-up sensor re-
peater
2. Press Enter to go to menu 4I21) Select repeater.
3. Use Up and Down to program the radio id number of the sensor that will be the re-
peater.
4. Press Next to go to menu 4I22) Select source
5. Use Up and Down to program the radio id number of the sensor that will be repeated.
6. Press Next to go to menu 4I23) Enter to save The new network path
7. Press Enter to save the new network path. The following messages will be displayed
briefly:
8. “Parameters saved correctly”
9. “Communicating with remote sensor…”
10. “Configuration saved successfully”
11. Press Exit three times to return to the operation display
*
Repeated (source) battery life estimated for standard product, using new factory specified batteries
correctly installed, operating 32 hours per week. Individual results may vary with intensity of use,
environmental conditions and other factors
†
Repeater battery life estimated for standard product, using new factory specified batteries correctly
installed. Individual results will not vary with of intensity of use; individual results may vary with
environmental conditions and other factors.
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Clear a sensor repeater
Next → Next → Next → Next → Enter → Next → Next to go to menu 4I3). Menu 4I3
details the last repeater programmed. When no repeater has been programmed the
menu 4I3) displays the message “No repeater registered”
2. To shut down the last repeater programmed press Enter. The following messages will
be displayed briefly:
3. “Removing network path…”
4. “Initializing network…”
5. To shut down additional repeaters repeat step 2
6. Press Exit three times to return to the operation display
Important! Test all system functions after setting up or removing a repeater. Shut off
and then restart the GS550; within one minute the 2 Block and Load, “M” and “A”
flashing radio status lights () should remain solid.
Wireless Sensor Update

It is possible to send a firmware update to a sensor using the GS550 (menu 4I4). For more infor-
mation on installing a sensor update refer to the field service guide How to Update the Firmware of
a GS Series System (document part number GM550 011) provided with the firmware update kit.
Installation 61
Portable Download Tool
The portable download tool consists of a compatible personal digital assistant (PDA) and LSI
software kit. Update firmware, install rated capacity charts or export data logger files using the
portable download tool without removing the display from the crane. The PDA and the GS550
display connect wirelessly through the IrDA (infrared) ports and the PDA and a personal computer
(PC) can be connected with a USB cable.
Internet USB Infrared
PC PDA GS550
Figure: Transfer firmware updates and rated capacity charts to the GS550
Infrared USB Internet
GS550 PDA PC
Figure: Transfer data logger files from the GS550
Important! The PDA must be charged to function.
The purpose of this section is to explain:

• How to install PDA software on a PC.
• How to update a GS550 firmware
o Transfer files from a PC to the PDA.
o Transfer files from the PDA to a GS550.
o Conserve GS550 configuration when updating
firmware
• How to extract a data logger file from the GS550
o Transfer files from a GS550 to the PDA.
o Transfer files from the PDA to a PC.
Figure: Transferring files
from a Palm to a GS550
62 The GS550 System

Installing PDA Software
Insert the CD-ROM identified Desktop Software & manual in the personal computer (PC) CD-ROM
drive; installation will begin automatically. This software is also available on the internet at Palm’s
web site:
http://www.Palmone.com/us/support/downloads/win_desktop.html
The software should be installed in the default directory:
C:\Program Files\Palm
Follow the installation wizard step by step.
When asked to create a new account, click Yes, but leave the name field blank. The installation
wizard will automatically create a folder with the name of the PDA.
When prompted to reboot the PC click Yes.
In Windows Explorer go to
C:\Program Files\PalmOne and start HotSync.exe
A small icon will appear in the Windows tray bar to indicate that HotSync is installed on your PC;
this software is used to establish communication and synchronize data between the PDA and the
PC.
Transferring Files
Transfer Firmware Files from a Personal Computer to the PDA

Two types of files can be sent to the PDA:
• LSI files identified by the filename extension .pdb, including firmware, rated capacity charts
and system configuration updates for the GS550.
• LSI files identified by the filename extension .prc,
including firmware and data logger software for the PDA.
1. Connect the PDA to a USB port on the personal
computer (PC) using the supplied cable.
2. In Windows Explorer: double click (or right click)
on required file names with the .pdb or .prc ex-
tensions; Windows will automatically start a
PalmOne list of files that will be sent to the PDA
the next time the PDA is synchronized.
3. On the PDA: press the star icon to start HotSync.
Once started HotSync will connect the PDA with
the PC and update files from each.
Figure: The Palm HotSync page
Transfer Firmware Files from the PDA to a GS550

1. On the PDA, start the LSI Firmware software:
a. Press the house icon to go to the Home menu.
b. Select the LSI Firmware icon from the Home menu.
Portable Download Tool 63

2. On the GS550 display, press and hold Bypass while starting the display. The display will enter
a safer mode and allow firmware updates.
3. Align the infrared ports of the PDA and the GS550, about 6 inches (10 centimetres) apart.
4. On the PDA, send the file:
a. Select a firmware or chart file to send from the
LSI Firmware file list.
b. Press Send. The GS550 will display
Transferring
When the transfer is complete the PDA gener-
ates a short musical alarm and the GS550 dis-
plays the version identification of the newly
installed GS550 firmware.
5. Repeat steps two through four to transfer any additional
files.
Figure: The Palm LSI firmware list
Tip: For advanced users only. To conserve the GS550 configuration during a firmware update read
the section that follows
Conserve GS550 Configuration When Updating Firmware

The LSI Firmware PDA Software can conserve the actual (old) system configuration, including the
sensor list and radius parameters, when updating firmware in a GS550 display. When this option is
selected the PDA retrieves the configuration from the GS550 and saves it before sending the new
firmware. If a problem occurs during the firmware update, then the saved configuration file will be
displayed in the LSI Firmware Charts/Config list on the PDA. The configuration can then be re-
turned to the GS550 by following the instructions “Transfer Firmware Files from the PDA to a
GS550”
1. On the PDA, start the LSI Firmware software:
a. Press the house icon to go to the Home menu.
b. Select All from the drop down menu in the upper right hand corner.
c. Select LSI Firmware.
2. Correctly align the infrared ports of the PDA and the GS550.
3. On the PDA, press GetCfg. The GS550 will display
Transferring
When the transfer is complete the PDA generates a short musical alarm and a file with the
name
CONFIG#
is added to the Charts/Config list.
Transfer Data Logger Files from the GS550 to the PDA

1. On the PDA, start the LSI Datalogger software.
a. Press the house icon to go to the Home menu
b. Select All from the drop down menu in the upper right hand corner
c. Select LSI Datalogger.
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2. Align the infrared ports of the PDA and the GS550 about 6 inches (10 centimetres) apart.
3. On the PDA, receive the file:
a. Press Receive.
b. Select Complete to transfer the entire data logger memory, or select From Last to trans-
fer only data logged since the last download. The GS550 will display
Transferring
When the transfer is complete the PDA generates a short musical alarm and displays
the uploaded file name in the LSI Datalogger file list.
Figure: The Palm LSI Datalogger file list Figure: The Palm LSI Datalogger options
Transfer Data Logger Files from the PDA to a Personal Computer

1. Connect the PDA to a personal computer (PC) using the PDA -USB cable.
2. On the PDA, press the star icon to start HotSync. HotSync will connect the PDA with the PC
and update files from each. Data logger files will be transferred to the following directory of the
personal computer:
C:\Program Files\Palm\PALM_NAME\Backup
Note: PALM_NAME is the actual name of the PDA device.

Trouble Shooting PDA Communication Issues
Copy to a PDA when using several PDAs with the same PC
1. Transfer a firmware to a PDA

a. Click on the mouse
right-button over the
file in an Explorer
window. Then select
“Send To”… and “PDA
Quick Install”. See the
picture below.
b. Or… double-click on
the firmware received
in an email.
2. Usually a window will pop up
to confirm the addition of this file
to the list of files to be transferred
to a PDA. Verify the “User” in this
window. Two or more “users”
may be configured to the PC.
Verify PDA memory.
1. Power up the PDA. With the

plastic pen, press on the Home Example of having two usernames on
the same PC. One is “LSI” and the
icon on the lower left side of the
other one is “lsi”. This can be confusing
screen to see the time of day on
and must be verified when there is
the upper left.
difficulty copying to the Palm.
2. Press on the time of day, a menu
should pop up, press on <Info…>
in this menu. A page will show How to free up memory
how much free memory is
available on the PDA. 1) Power up the Palm. With the plastic
Example: 1.1M means 1.1 megabytes, pen, press on the Home icon on the
equates to 1100 kb (kilobytes). Each lower left side of the screen until an icon
GS550 firmware uses more than 140 kb of called “LS420 Download” is visible.
memory. If there is not enough memory 2) Press on the LS420 Download icon. A
left, verify if some applications or data list of available files will be displayed.
logger files could be removed.
Note: A firmware with crane capacity charts may 3) Press on the file to be deleted
require more memory.
4) Press on the delete button
The PDA doesn’t respond. If the PDA doesn’t appear to respond to commands or if prob-
lems occur during a transfer operation then the PDA can be reset by pressing the reset but-
ton on the back. All applications will then restart; data should not be lost.
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Data Logger Viewer
The Data logger viewer is a software application used to display on a personal computer (PC) a log
file generated by the GS550 data logger. To transfer data logger files from a GS550 to a PC see
the section “Transferring Files”.
The Data logger viewer opens the log file, converts it from a PDA database file to a text (binary)
file, and then displays the contents. Two reports can be produced and transferred to Excel, the full
report and the wind speed report*.
Figure: Excerpt of a full report in Data Logger Viewer
Installation on a Personal Computer

Install the CD in a CD-ROM drive. The interactive installation process should start automatically
within 30 seconds; if not then:
1. Click Start.
2. Click My Computer.
3. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive.
4. Double-click on setup.exe.
5. Complete the installation as instructed on screen.
Quick Start
1. Select the Data logger viewer application from the Start menu of the personal computer.
File folder icon
Full Report button Wind Report button
Figure: Data Logger Viewer tool bar
2. Click on the file folder icon to open a log file (or click on File → Open).
3. Enter the file location.
Example: A typical PDA file folder
C:\Program Files\PDA\PDA_NAME\Backup\
*
The wind report is only available when the data logger has recorded in the automatic recording
mode.

Note: PDA_NAME is the actual name given to the PDA.
4. Select the log file to open. Only .pdb files generated by the LSI software in the Portable
Download Tool are supported.
Example: A typical file name for a log file generated by a GS550 data logger
LSI_08_13_2004_15_31_48.PDB
Full Report
To export the full report to Excel, click on the Full Report button in the tool bar.
Table: Full report column headings
Column Description
Event Record trigger*
Date Event date stamp.
Time Event time stamp.
System Units Length units (metric or US) and weight units at the time of the event
Battery Voltage Display power supply voltage at the time of the event.
Temperature Internal temperature of the display
Firm. Version Display firmware version at the time of the event
Sensor # 1 Sensor type: the sensor number corresponds to the sensor list programmed in the GS550
Sensor Status Sensor was active or inactive at the time of the event.
Sensor Battery Sensor battery level
Value Sensor value
* Examples: Crane start-up, sensor alarm. The beginning and end of sensor alarms are indicated as “in” and
“out”: examples: “overload in”, “overload out”.
Wind Report
Important! The wind report is only available when the data has been recorded with the
data logger in the automatic recording mode.
To create a wind report in Excel, click on the Wind Report button in the tool bar.
Figure: Excerpt of a Wind Report
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Table: Wind report column headings
Column Description
Date Date of event recorded
Time Time of event recorded
Sensor ID Wind speed sensor id number
Wind (mph) Average wind speed during the period
Nb. Gust Number of gusts exceeding the wind speed maximum limit during the period.
Max. Gust (mph) Maximum wind speed (gust) during the period.
Wind charts. The data from the Wind or Max Gust columns can be easily charted.
1. Press Control and select the time column and either the Wind or the Max Gust column.
2. Click Insert → Chart
3. Select X-Y (Scatter)
Max.Gust (mph)
35
30
25
20
15
10
0
17:16:48 17:19:41 17:22:34 17:25:26 17:28:19 17:31:12 17:34:05
Figure: Max. Gust Chart

Maintenance
Replacing Sensor Batteries

This procedure does not apply to the GS050 anti-two-
block switch. To change the batteries of the GS050
please refer to the Replacing Anti-Two-Block Switch
Batteries section of this manual. 1
The following items are required:
• A hex key 5/32 in. (approximately 3.97 mm)
• A flat bladed screwdriver
• One (1) new high quality “D” cell battery: 3.6 V
lithium, or alkaline
• RTV non-corrosive silicone
Tip: A 3.6 volt lithium “D” cell battery will provide about
two years of battery life for a load cell, while an alkaline
“D” cell battery will provide less than one year of battery
life.*
Important! Protect the interior of the anti-two-

block switch from dirt and humidity at all times.
2
1. Unscrew the two hex screws about a quarter of an
inch.
2. Insert the flat bladed screwdriver in the battery cover
notch to pry the box away from the mounting plate.
The silicone seal may cause some resistance.
3. The link wires of a load cell may be disconnected to
facilitate battery replacement.
4. Remove the battery by hand 3
5. Remove the remaining silicone from both the box and
the mounting plate.
6. Install the new battery: insert the positive end and
then push in the direction of the positive pole.
7. Reconnect the link wires if disconnected.
8. Apply the non-corrosive RTV silicone all around the
edge of the mounting plate to create a new seal with-
out bubbles or breaks. 4
9. Reposition the box over the mounting plate and
screw in the hex screws. Do not over-tighten.
Figures: Removing the battery
*
Actual battery life will vary greatly depending on the application, the frequency of use, the age and
quality of the battery etc.
70 The GS550 System

Replacing Anti-Two-Block Switch Batteries
This procedure does not apply to the GS005 mechanical anti-two-block transmitter. To change the
batteries of the GS005 please refer to the Replacing Sensor Batteries section of this manual.
The following items are required:
• An adjustable wrench
• Four (4) new high quality “C” cell batteries: 3.6 V lithium, or alkaline
• RTV non-corrosive silicone
Tip: Four 3.6 volt lithium “C” cell batteries will provide over four years of battery life, while four
alkaline “C” cell batteries will provide about one year of battery life.*
Important! Replace all four batteries of the anti-two-block switch at the same time.
Unchanged batteries will reverse polarity severely reducing battery life.
Important! Protect the interior of the anti-two-block switch from dirt and humidity at
all times.
1. Remove the anti-two-block from the crane and clean off dust and grime.
Important! Do not unscrew the white nylon hex bolt of the antenna.
Important! Do not unscrew the small screw to

the left of the antenna. 2
2. Place the anti-two-block on the edge of flat
surface. Use the adjustable wrench to unscrew
the large white nylon hex bolt of the wire rope
about one half-inch.
3. Carefully remove the plunger assembly without
separating it from the cover, and place it on a
clean and dry surface. 3
4. Slide out the four batteries.
5. Insert the four new batteries following the positive
– negative schema printed on the back of the
sensor.
6. Replace the plunger assembly. Correctly align
the bottom cover before screwing in the white
nylon hex bolt of the wire rope. Tighten well.
7. Pull and release the wire rope, the light emitting
diode (LED) on the bottom of the sensor should
flash red.
8. Reinstall the anti-two-block switch.
9. Test the anti-two-block system for alarm and
lockout before use. 6
Figures: Changing GS050 batteries
*
Actual battery life will vary greatly depending on the application, the frequency of use, the age and
quality of the batteries etc.
Maintenance 71
Replacing a Sensor Antenna
The GS series sensor antenna (part number TA011) is identified by a blue coated tip. The TA011
is replaceable.
Figure: TA011 GS series sensor antenna
Heavily damaged antennas (ripped out, sheared off, wire exposed and fraying etc.) should be
replaced to ensure communication between the sensor and the cabin mounted display unit.
The following items are necessary to successfully replace the sensor antenna:
• one new antenna with white nylon hex bolt
• one wrench 7/16 inch
• an electrical insulating compound
This procedure may be followed without removing the sensor from the crane if it is safe to do so.
If removed, an angle sensor must be re-calibrated during reinstallation for correct angle display
(see the angle sensor installation section of the user manual).
Important! The interior of the sensor must be protected from dust, grime and water at
all times. If it rains during the procedure an umbrella or other suitable means of
protection should be used.
1. Place the crane, boom, jib or ball hook such that the sensor is safely accessible.
2. Clean dust, grime and water from the sensor.
3. Identify the short black whip antenna and the white hex bolt securing it.
4. Inspect the antenna for signs of obvious physical damage.
5. Carefully unscrew the white nylon hex bolt completely and slide it up the antenna.
Pictures: Removing the antenna

6. Grip the antenna by the base of the black plastic sheathing and pull it straight out of the hole in
which it is seated. Place the old antenna aside.
7. Slide the white nylon hex bolt to the middle of the length of the new antenna.
8. Coat the exposed metal foot of the new antenna with an electrical insulating compound by
carefully inserting it in the mouth of the compound tube.
72 The GS550 System

Picture: Coating the antenna foot
9. Hold the new antenna by the black plastic sheathing and guide it through the hole in the sensor
box. Carefully seat the antenna in its mating connector. When the antenna is correctly seated,
pulling on it will be met with light resistance.
White nylon hex bolt
TA011 Antenna
Sensor box
Antenna receptacle
Figure: Seating the antenna
10. Carefully re-thread, screw-in and tighten the white nylon hex bolt to secure the antenna in
place.
11. Reinstall the sensor if necessary (if removed from the boom or jib, an angle sensor will require
re-calibration during the installation procedure, see the angle sensor installation section of the
user manual).
12. Verify that the sensor functions properly.
Load Cells
WARNING! Heavy shock may affect load indication accuracy. Inspect the load cell regu-
larly for clearly visible dents or scratches. Test the load indication if collision damage is
visible.
Reading Accuracy
LSI flat bar load links are pre-calibrated at the factory. No “zeroing” or other calibration is required
on installation. Each link is heat treated to age the steel and ensure stable readings for many
years; the load cells are individually temperature compensated to guarantee accuracy. LSI flat bar
load links are calibrated to indicate between 100% and 104% of their Safe Working Load (SWL).
LSI load pins, line riders and compression cells must be calibrated at installation and every time
thereafter the installation, the load sensor or the transmitter is changed.
Maintenance 73
SAE J-159 4.2.1 recommends load indicating devices should show not less than 100% of the
actual load and not more than 110% of the actual load.
Load Testing
LSI recommends testing the load cell every year for accuracy. The simplest way of testing a load
cell is to lift at least two known weights. A test weight should be known with an accuracy of ±1%. If
the load cell is installed at the boom tip dead end, all additional equipment such as blocks, slings,
sensors, etc. should also be known to an accuracy of ±1%.
Determine the accuracy of the tested system with the following formula:
(Reference: SAE-J-159 7.3)

The test loads must be significant relative to the load cell capacity. The minimum test weight is
about 20% of the safe working load; a good test weight is greater than 50% of the SWL. For
example, a 30 000 lb load cell on four parts of line has a SWL of 120 000 lb; the minimum test load
in this case would be 24 000 lb, a good test load would be 60 000 lb or more.
Care
Battery. Lithium batteries over than 18 months old (alkaline batteries over 6 months old)
should be changed at the first available planned inspection even if there is not yet a low
battery warning. This will avoid costly delays in the field.
Corrosion. Verify that no corrosion is visible on the battery holder inside the load cell
transmitter. If some trace of corrosion is visible, rub it off gently and put a small amount of
dielectric grease* on each battery holder post to protect the contact.
Mechanical stresses. Verify the load cell sides for dents or heavy scratches. The side of
the load cell under the transmitter box is the most sensitive region. Engraving a number in
this area will affect load cell accuracy and reliability. If the transmitter box has been hit and
the box does not fit perfectly to the underlying link, please call LSI to have it repaired. En-
graving on the transmitter box sides will not affect reading.
Seal. If the transmitter box has been removed it must be correctly resealed with RTV non-
corrosive silicone.
Antenna. Small scratches on the antenna will not affect radio communications. A heavy
bending of the antenna or bare sections on the wire may reduce the radio efficiency.
Hex bolts. The hex head bolts on the transmitter box are there to protect the antenna and
to hold the transmitter box on the load cell link. If one or both hex nuts are scratched, it will
not affect the load cell readings on operation. If the bolt head is bent or sheared verify the
transmitter box fits tightly to the load cell link before contacting LSI for replacement bolts.
*
Dow Corning dielectric grease #4
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Certification Notes
Model Numbers
The model numbers for product certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC –
United States of America), Industry Canada (IC), and the European Community (CE) can be found
in the table below.
Table: Model Numbers
FCC and IC Certified CE Certified

GC005 GC005-CE
GC012 GC012-CE
GC018 GC018-CE
GC035 GC035-CE
GC060 GC060-CE
GC065 GC065-CE
GC100 GC100-CE
GC170 GC170-CE
GS001 GS001-CE
GS002 GS002-CE
GS005 GS005-CE
GS010-01 GS010-01-CE
GS010-02 GS010-02-CE
GS010-03 GS010-03-CE
GS011 GS011-CE
GS020 GS020-CE
GS050 GS050-CE
GS550 GS550-CE
GS550-03
GS550-07 GS550-07-CE
GS550-08 GS550-08-CE
GS550-09 GS550-09-CE
GS550-10 GS550-10-CE
CSA
The designator “CSA” added to the model numbers in the table above indicates CSA certification.
Examples: GC012-CSA, GC012-CSA-CE
Certification Notes 75
FCC and IC – Instructions to the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this
equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in
interference to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made
to the equipment without the approval of manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
FCC ID: QVBGS550 IC: 7076A-ICGS550
RF Exposure Warning:
This product complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. To comply with RF exposure requirements, the unit must be installed and op-
erated with 20 cm (8 in.) or more between the product and your body. This product may not
be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a
maximum gain of 2.0 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 2.0
dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50
ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
permitted for successful communication.
Antenna List
LSI P/N: TA001 LSI P/N: TA008
Description ¼ wave monopole Description ½ wave dipole
MFG Linx Technologies MFG: Nearson
P/N ANT-916-CW-QW P/N: S467AH-915S
erated with 20 cm (8 in.) or more between the product and your body. This product may not
be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
76 The GS550 System

ohms.
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
Antenna List
LSI P/N: TA011
Description ¼ wave monopole
MFG Load Systems International
erated with 20 cm (8 inches) or more between the product and your body. This product
may not be collocated or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
ohms.
be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.)is not more than that
Antenna List
LSI P/N: TA011
Description ¼ wave monopole
MFG Load Systems International
Notes for CSA Class I, Division 1 and 2 Rated Equipment

WARNING: Understand manual before operation.
WARNING: Replace batteries only in area known to be non-hazardous.
In all sensors except the GS050-CSA, use 3.6V lithium batteries model Tadiran TL-5930
In GS050-CSA anti-two-block switches, use only alkaline ‘C’ batteries model Duracell
1.5 volts PC1400.
WARNING: SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR INTRINSIC SAFETY.
WARNING: SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,
DIVISION 2.
WARNING: DO NOT remove power cable from display when on.
For sensors: use "T4" temperature code.
Certification Notes 77
CE – Declaration of Conformity
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GS550 Menu Outline
4D4) Enable start section
1) Parts of Line 4D5) Enable stop section
4D6) Retracted boom length tolerance
2) Crane Rigging 4D7) Intermediate boom length tolerance
4D8) Extended boom length tolerance
3) Display Settings
4D9) Radius tolerance
3A) Weight units 4D10) Boom angle tolerance
3B) Display language 4E) Memory Banks
3C) Light intensity 4E1) Copy configuration to memory bank A
4E2) Copy configuration to memory bank B
3D) LCD contrast
4E3) Copy configuration to memory bank C
3E) Backlight mode 4E4) Copy memory bank A to current configuration
4E5) Copy memory bank B to current configuration
4) Installation 4E6) Copy memory bank C to current configuration
4A) Sensor List 4E7) Restore factory configuration
4A1) Sensor type and radio identification number 4E8) Clear configuration
4A2) System selected configuration number 4F) Data Logger
4A3) Configuration number selection mode 4F1) Data logger mode
4B) Sensor Calibration 4F2) Adjust date
4B1) Automatic value calibration wizard 4F3) Adjust time
4B2) Manual parameter calibration 4G) Lockout Settings
4B3) Reset sensor parameters 4G1) Warning level
4C) Radius Settings 4G2) Alarm level
4C1) Boom length 4G3) Lockout level
4C2) Slew offset 4G4) White wire lockout trigger
4C3) Height offset 4G5) Green wire lockout trigger
4C4) Boom deflection 4G6) Orange wire lockout trigger
4C5) Boom top length 4G7) Blue wire lockout trigger
4C6) Boom top offset 4G8) Lockout relay inverted
4C7) No load deflection 4H) Password Settings
4C8) Jib offset 4H1) Set administrator password
4C9) Lattice extension offset 4H2) Set user password
4C10) Jib mounting point perpendicular 4H3) Tare menu password protection
4C11) Jib mounting point parallel 4H4) Limit menu password protection
4C12) Select sheave 4H5) Info menu password protection
4C13) Jib length 4H6) System start-up password protection
4C14) Luffing jib length 4H7) Parts of Line menu password protection
4C15) Lattice extension length 4H8) Chart Rigging password protection
4C16) Manual length 4H9) Display Settings password protection
4C17) Sheave head length perpendicular 4H10) Sensor List password protection
4C18) Sheave head length parallel 4H11) Sensor Calibration password protection
4C19) Sheave radius 4H12) Radius Settings password protection
4C20) Deduct 4H13) Chart Settings password protection
4D) Chart Settings 4H14) Memory Banks password protection
4D1) Operation mode 4H15) Data logger password protection
4D2) Crane capacity chart interpolation 4H16) Lockout Settings password protection
4D3) Out of charts default working load limit 4H17) Network Options password protection
GS550 Menu Outline 79

4H18) System Diagnostic password protection 5C) Lockout Diagnostic
4H19) Alarm Bypassed protection 5C1) White wire status and self-test
4I) Network Options 5C2) Green wire status and self-test
4I1) Display mode 5C3) Orange wire status and self-test
4I2) Set-up sensor repeater 5D) Display Diagnostic
4I3) Last repeater programmed 5D1) Time and date
4I4) Install update 5D2) Time clock battery test
5D3) External power supply voltage
5) System Diagnostic 5D4) internal temperature
5A) System Sensors Diagnostic 5D5) GS550 base station identification number
5D6) GS550 (portable) battery level
5B) Radio Network Diagnostic
5D7) Radio (certification and frequency)
5B1) Radio network background noise
5B2) List last 32 sensors received 5E) Digital Input Diagnostic
5B3) Search for sensors 5E4) Blue wire status
80 The GS550 System

GS550 Menu Locator
Display Settings password protection, 4H9
A
Adjust date, 4F2 E
Adjust time, 4F3
Enable start section, 4D4
Alarm Bypassed protection, 4H19
Enable stop section, 4D5
Alarm level, 4G2
Extended boom length tolerance, 4D8
Automatic value calibration wizard, 4B1
External power supply voltage, 5D3
B
G
Backlight mode, 3E
Green wire status and self-test, 5C2
Blue wire (digital input status), 5E4
Green wire lockout trigger, 4G5
Blue wire lockout trigger, 4G7
GS550 base station identification №, 5D5
Boom angle tolerance, 4D10
GS550 battery level/charging, 5D6
Boom deflection, 4C4
Boom length, 4C1
Boom top length, 4C5
H
Boom top offset, 4C6
Height offset, 4C3
C
I
Chart Rigging password protection, 4H8
Chart Settings, 4D Info menu password protection, 4H5
Chart Settings password protection, 4H13 Install update, 4I4
Clear configuration – memory banks, 4E8 Installation, 4
Configuration number selection mode, 4A3 Intermediate boom length tolerance, 4D7
Copy configuration to memory bank A, 4E1
Copy configuration to memory bank B, 4E2
Copy configuration to memory bank C, 4E3 J
Copy memory bank A to current configuration, 4E4
Jib length, 4C13
Copy memory bank B to current configuration, 4E5
Jib mounting point parallel, 4C11
Copy memory bank C to current configuration, 4E6
Jib mounting point perpendicular, 4C10
Crane capacity chart interpolation, 4D2
Jib offset, 4C8
Crane Rigging, 2
L
D
Lattice extension length, 4C15
Data Logger, 4F
Lattice extension offset, 4C9
Data logger mode, 4F1
LCD contrast, 3D
Data logger password protection, 4H15
Light intensity, 3C
Deduct, 4C20
Limit menu password protection, 4H4
Digital Input Diagnostic, 5E
List last 32 sensors received, 5B2
Display Diagnostic, 5D
Lockout Diagnostic, 5C
Display internal temperature, 5D4
Lockout level, 4G3
Display language, 3B
Lockout relay inverted, 4G8
Display mode, 4I1
Lockout Settings, 4G
Display Settings, 3
GS550 Menu Locator 81

Lockout Settings password protection, 4H16 Reset sensor parameters, 4B3
Luffing jib length, 4C14 Restore factory configuration, 4E7
Retracted boom length tolerance, 4D6
S
Manual length, 4C16
Manual parameter calibration, 4B2 Search for sensors, 5B3
Memory Banks, 4E Select sheave, 4C12
Memory Banks password protection, 4H14 Sensor Calibration, 4B
Sensor Calibration password protection, 4H11
Sensor List, 4A
N Sensor List password protection, 4H10
Sensor type and radio identification number, 4A1
Network Options, 4I
Set administrator password, 4H1
Network Options password protection, 4H17
Set user password, 4H2
No load deflection, 4C7
Set-up sensor repeater, 4I2
Sheave head length parallel, 4C18
O Sheave head length perpendicular, 4C17
Sheave radius, 4C19
Operation mode, 4D1 Slew offset, 4C2
Orange wire status and self-test, 5C3 System Diagnostic, 5
Orange wire lockout trigger, 4G6 System Diagnostic password protection, 4H18
Out of charts default working load limit, 4D3 System selected configuration number, 4A2
System Sensors Diagnostic, 5A
System start-up password protection, 4H6
P
Parts of Line, 1
T
Parts of Line menu password protection, 4H7
Password Settings, 4H Tare menu password protection, 4H3
Time and date, 5D1
Time clock battery test, 5D2
R
Radio (FCC, IC or CE) and frequency, 5D7
W
Radio network background noise, 5B1
Radio Network Diagnostic, 5B Warning level, 4G1
Radius Settings, 4C Weight units, 3A
Radius Settings password protection, 4H12 White wire status and self-test, 5C1
Radius tolerance, 4D9 White wire lockout trigger, 4G4
82 The GS550 System

LSI PRODUCT WARRANTY
2006/05/26
LIMITED WARRANTY:
LOAD SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL INC. (“LSI”) warrants that its products (the “Products”), for a period
of two (2) years after delivery of such Products (the “Warranty Period”), when installed and used in accordance
with specifications described in user manuals, technical materials and any related writings published by LSI with
respect with such Products, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. During the Warranty
Period, LSI or its designated service representative shall repair, or at its option, replace any Product that is
confirmed to be defective by LSI in accordance with the warranty services procedures described below.
WARRANTY SERVICES PROCEDURES:

In order to benefit of the above-mentioned warranty, the purchaser shall notify LSI’s customer service or LSI’s
authorized distributor or representative originally responsible for the sale of the Products within the Warranty
Period in order to obtain a Return Authorization Number. A proof of purchase of the Product, such as an
invoice or a receipt certifying the validity of this warranty, shall be presented in order to obtain warranty services.
In any event, even if a Return Authorization Number is provided to purchaser, LSI reserves the right to inspect
the damaged Product or part before the final decision of repairing or replacing the defective Product or part.
The defective Product or part shall be returned to LSI or its designated service representative, accompanied by
the Return Authorization Number with prepaid shipping charges at the address mentioned below. The purchaser
must insure the shipment or accept the risk of loss or damage during the shipment. Purchaser shall also pay any
tariff or duty applicable to the return of defective part or Product. LSI will, at its option, repair or replace the
Product or part returned to LSI or to its designated service representative. LSI owns all parts removed from a
repaired Product. If LSI repairs a Product, its warranty is not extended. If LSI replaces a Product, the replaced
Product is warrantied for the remainder of the original term or sixty (60) days, whichever is longer.
LSI will pay transportation costs of replacement or repaired parts to the destination in Canada and the continen-
tal United States of America. LSI will not pay any transportation costs of replacement or repaired parts to
destination outside of Canada and the continental United States of America which costs shall be for the pur-
chaser’s account.
Parts with a Return Authorization Number can be sent to the following location:
From the USA and Mexico:

Receiving Department Tel.: (281) 664-1330Fax: (281) 664-1390
LSI – U.S. Warehouse
9223 Solon Rd., Ste. A
Houston, TX 77064-1238
United States
From Canada:
Warranty & Repair Tel.: (418) 650-2330 Fax: (418) 650-3340
Load Systems International Inc.
4495 boul. Wilfrid-Hamel, Bureau 110
Québec, QC G1P-2J7
Canada
LSI PRODUCT WARRANTY 83

EXCLUSION OF OTHER WARRANTIES
The above warranty is the sole warranty applicable and there are no express, legal or implied warranties or
conditions in relation to any Products including any implied warranty or condition of merchantability, non-
infringement or fitness for a particular purpose and those otherwise arising by statute or otherwise in law or
from a course of dealing or usage of trade, which are expressly disclaimed. No oral or written information or
advice given by LSI or its employees or representatives shall create a warranty or condition or in any way
increase the scope of LSI’s obligation. LSI does not warrant that the business results obtained from the use of
the Products will be appropriate or adequate for the purchaser.
EXCLUSION
The above-mentioned warranty does not cover and shall not apply to:
• any shipping charges to LSI or an designated service representative as well as the technician out-of-
pocket expenses including traveling, lodging and meal expenses, if any;
• the damages caused during the transport or the move of the Products;
• damages caused by accidents, abuse, misuse, a force majeure or external cause;
• Products altered, modified or repaired not expressly authorized by LSI;
• any cost, damage or expenses for field labor or any other expenses related to or arising from the re-
placement of defective parts.
• Products used for pile-driving, wire rope activated clamshell or dragline applications. If pur-
chaser uses the Products for pile-driving, wire rope activated clamshell or dragline application,
the warranty will automatically become null and void.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event will LSI be liable to the purchaser or any third
party for any indirect, special, consequential, incidental or exemplary damages whatsoever, including but not
limited to loss or revenue or profit, lost or damaged data, business interruption or any other pecuniary loss
whether based in contract, tort or other causes of action, even if LSI has been advised of the possibility of such
damages. In any event, the total liability of LSI arising from any cause of action or claim whatsoever, whether (1)
in contract, (2) in tort (including negligence, whether sole, joint, contributory, concurrent or otherwise, but not
including intentional, reckless or wanton tort), (3) under strict liability, (4) under any environmental or antipollu-
tion law or regulation, (5) connected with any toxic or hazardous substance or constituent, (6) arising out of any
representation or instruction, or under any warranty, (7) or otherwise, arising out of, connected with, or resulting
from the design, manufacture, sale, resale, delivery, repair, replacement or use of Products or the furnishing of
any service shall in no event exceed the price allocable to and paid to LSI for the individual unit of Products or
service or part thereof which gives rise to the cause of action or claim.
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE
LSI recommends careful consideration of the following factors when specifying and installing the Products.
Before installing a Product, the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance instructions provided with the unit
must be read and understood.
84 The GS550 System

LSI Contact Information
USA Corporate Office:

9223 Solon, Suite A
Houston, TX 77064
Toll Free Phone: (888) 819 4355
Direct Phone: (281) 664 1330
Toll Free Fax: (888) 238 4099
Direct Fax: (281) 664 1390
Email: sales@loadsystems.com
Dubai Corporate Office:

Y02 Saif Zone
P.O. Box 7976
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Tel.: +971 6 557 3814
Fax: +971 6 557 3815
Canadian Corporate Office:

4495 boul. Wilfrid-Hamel, bureau 110
Québec QC G1P 2J7
Direct Phone: (418) 650 2330
Direct Fax: (418) 650 3340
Technical Support
9223 Solon Rd., Suite A
Houston TX 77064
Toll Free Phone: (888) 819 4355
Direct Phone: (281) 664 1330
Toll Free Fax: (888) 238 4099
Direct Fax: (281) 664 1390
Email: techsupport@loadsystems.com
LSI Contact Information 85


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The GS550 System

Engineered weighing solutions for crane and lifting application

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Table of Contents iii

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GS101 Angle and

Figure: Key components in a typical system

6 The GS550 System

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Sensor status lights

Bar graph Keypad Infrared communication port

Figure: GS550 front view

Parts of line Weight units

Hoist indicator Load

Figure: GS550 load display

Sensor Status Lights

8 The GS550 System

Tare. Zero the hook and rigging weight.

Tare and Load Indication

LCD Indicator Tare Light LCD Load Value Bar Graph

No tare value Off Gross weight Gross weight

Tare value On Net weight Gross weight

Tare. Zero rope payout (length).

• Use Next to advance to the rope payout sensor. Communicating with

Table: Information Menu Alerts

WARNING! Do not operate the crane beyond the limits

WARNING! Do not operate the crane beyond the limits

10 The GS550 System

Limit. Set hoist limits.

Operation Level 4B3

Menu Level One 4) 5)

Menu Level Two 4D)4E)

Menu Level Three 4B3

Menu Level Four 4B2A)

12 The GS550 System

Figure: Menu Navigation

1) Parts of 2) Crane 3) Display 4) Installation 5) System

5B1) Back- 5B2) Last 32 5B3) Search 5E4) Blue

5C1) White 5C2) Green 5C3) Orange

Figure: Open access menus – default factory settings

Rated Capacity Indicators

14 The GS550 System

1. Press Menu → Next → Enter to start the chart wizard.

Table: Weight Units

Unit Notes Equivalent Weight Length Unit

16 The GS550 System

System Sensors Diagnostic

Internal temperature Power received by the display

Figure: Sensor diagnostic data

Product number Version number

Figure: Sensor firmware product and version numbers

5. Press Exit five times to return to the operation display.

Radio Network Diagnostic

18 The GS550 System

Digital Input Diagnostic

Figure: Display mounting bracket footprint

20 The GS550 System