Adam Equipment IoT Scale
Integrate Adam Equipment scales with Odoo POS via IoT Box. Automatically weigh and calculate product prices by weight, speed up checkout and reduce errors.
Overview
POS IoT Adam Scale module connects Adam Equipment scales to Odoo POS through IoT Box, enabling automatic weighing and weight input into orders.
Ideal solution for food stores, supermarkets, produce shops, meat and seafood stores, bakeries, and businesses selling products priced by weight.
Key Features
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• Auto-connect with Adam Equipment scales via IoT Box - No complex driver installation
• Real-time weight reading - Display weight instantly on POS screen
• Auto-calculate price per kg - Multiply weight by unit price for total
• Support multiple units - kg, g, lb, oz depending on scale configuration
• Auto tare - Subtract packaging weight for accurate product weight
• Intuitive interface - Quick weigh button on POS screen, easy to use
• Compatible with multiple models - Support popular Adam Equipment scale lines
• Stable connection - Auto-reconnect when connection lost
Target Users
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• Fresh food stores - Produce, meat, seafood
• Mini supermarkets - Selling products priced per kg
• Bakery shops - Pastries, candy, chocolate sold by weight
• Nut stores - Cashews, almonds, walnuts
• Dry food stores - Rice, beans, grains
• Deli counters - Cold cuts, sliced cheese
How to Use
Steps
1. Connect Adam Equipment scale to IoT Box via USB or Serial port
2. Access IoT Box homepage (usually http://iot-box-name.local)
3. Check scale is recognized in device list
4. Go to Odoo POS Settings → IoT Box → select Adam Equipment scale
5. Open POS session, select product sold by kg
6. Place product on scale
7. Click "Weigh" button on POS screen or use shortcut key
8. Weight is automatically read and price calculated
9. Check quantity (kg) and total price on order
10. Continue with payment as usual
Scenario 1: Weighing produce at supermarket
Customer selects tomatoes, staff places on scale, system automatically reads 1.25kg and calculates price $3.13 (price $2.50/kg).
No manual input needed, reduces wait time and calculation errors.
Scenario 2: Weighing fresh meat at meat counter
Customer orders pork belly, staff cuts and places on scale with tare (plastic tray). Press Tare button to subtract tare, then read actual meat weight.
System calculates price accurately based on meat weight, not including tray weight.
Scenario 3: Weighing pastries sold by weight
Customer selects mixed cookies, staff puts in bag and weighs. Weight 0.35kg, price $14/kg, total $4.90.
Auto-round and display accurate price on receipt.
Scenario 4: Weighing multiple products in one order
Customer buys carrots (0.8kg), potatoes (1.2kg), and onions (0.5kg). Staff selects each product, weighs and adds to order.
Each product has separate weight and price, order total calculated automatically.
Scenario 5: Handling unstable scale reading
If scale shows fluctuating weight (product not settled), system waits until weight stabilizes before reading.
Ensures accuracy and avoids incorrect weight readings.
Important Terminology
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• IoT Box - Hardware device connecting peripherals (scales, printers, scanners) to Odoo POS
• Adam Equipment - Professional scale brand, popular in retail industry
• Tare - Function to subtract packaging weight to calculate only product weight
• Price per kg - Unit price calculated per kilogram
• USB/Serial connection - Connection port between scale and IoT Box
• Real-time weighing - Weigh and display weight instantly
• Stable weight - Steady weight without fluctuation, ready to read
Tips for Effective Use
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• Place scale on flat, stable surface - Avoid vibration affecting accuracy
• Calibrate scale periodically - Ensure accuracy over time
• Use Tare for products with packaging - Place packaging on scale, press Tare, then add product
• Set shortcut key for Weigh button - Speed up operations, e.g., F9 key
• Check IoT Box connection before shift - Ensure scale works normally
• Train staff on error handling - Know how to reconnect when connection lost
• Configure products with correct unit - Ensure products marked "To Weigh"
• Clean scale regularly - Keep scale clean, avoid dust affecting sensor
System Requirements
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• Odoo POS module installed and configured
• IoT Box (hardware or Raspberry Pi with Odoo IoT)
• Compatible Adam Equipment scale (check supported model list)
• USB or Serial cable to connect scale to IoT Box
• Stable LAN/WiFi network between POS and IoT Box
• Products in Odoo configured as "To Weigh"
Troubleshooting: Scale not recognized
Key points
• Check cable connection between scale and IoT Box
• Ensure scale is powered on
• Access IoT Box homepage, check device list
• Restart IoT Box: unplug power, wait 10 seconds, plug back in
• Check if scale model is in Odoo supported list
• Update IoT Box firmware to latest version
Troubleshooting: Inaccurate weight
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• Calibrate scale according to Adam Equipment instructions
• Place scale on flat, hard surface
• Avoid wind, vibration, sudden temperature changes
• Check unit of measure in POS configuration (kg, g, lb)
• Ensure no foreign objects on scale platform
• Use Tare if there is packaging
Troubleshooting: Weigh button does not appear
Key points
• Check product is marked "To Weigh" in configuration
• Ensure scale is selected in POS Settings → IoT
• Restart POS session
• Check user access permissions
• Clear browser cache and reload POS
Troubleshooting: Connection lost during operation
Key points
• Check network connection between POS and IoT Box
• Restart IoT Box
• Check USB/Serial cable is not loose
• View error logs in IoT Box for details
• Contact IT support if network issue
Frequently Asked Questions
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• Which Adam Equipment scales are supported? - Most Adam models with USB/Serial ports are compatible. Check Odoo IoT documentation for full list
• Can I use multiple scales simultaneously? - Yes, connect multiple scales to IoT Box and select appropriate scale for each counter
• Does scale work offline? - Needs connection to IoT Box, but IoT Box can operate when internet connection is lost
• How to change unit of measure? - Configure on Adam Equipment scale or in Odoo POS Settings
• Can I print weight labels? - This module only reads weight. For label printing, need separate module or label printer
• Are prices rounded? - Yes, according to rounding configuration in POS Settings
Business Benefits
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• Speed up checkout by 50% - No manual weight input needed
• Reduce calculation errors - Auto-calculate accurate price by weight
• Improve customer experience - Fast, accurate, professional checkout
• Reduce price disputes - Customers see transparent weight and price
• Increase staff productivity - Focus on service instead of calculations
• Easy inventory management - Accurate weight helps better stock tracking
• Regulatory compliance - Accurate weighing per legal measurement requirements