Rice Lake TS Series Tuning Fork Stainless Steel Electronic Balance Operation Manual IMPORTANT • To ensure safe and proper use of the balance, please read this manual carefully. • After reading this manual, store it in a safe place near the balance, so you can review it as needed.
Contents Contents ............................................................... i 47BPreparing measurement equipment .................. 33 Safety Precautions ............................................... 1 48BMeasurement .................................................... 34 1BH ow to Read this Manual ..................................... 6 49BUsing a liquid medium other than water ............ 36 42BNotational conventions ........................................... 6 1.
6.0 Input/Output to/from External Devices ....... 64 29B6.1 7.0 Troubleshooting ........................................ 78 Outputting to a Printer ................................ 65 32B7.1 Error Messages .......................................... 79 58BConnecting a printer ......................................... 65 3B7.2 Troubleshooting .......................................... 80 59BPrinting span adjustment and span test results . 65 34B7.3 Initializing ...................................
Safety Precautions Before using the balance, please read this manual carefully. The nature of dangers and damages that may result in the event of improper operation are indicated under the following categories: Danger This symbol indicates improper handling that may cause death or severe damage including serious injury. The urgency alerted for danger is high. This symbol indicates improper handling that may cause death or severe damage including serious injury.
Danger 2 Do not disassemble or modify the unit. Only use the specified power source. Doing so could cause accidents such as injury, electrical shock, and fire, or malfunction. For inspection and adjustment of the balance, contact our Sales Office or Technical Service Division. Use of other types of power sources may result in heat generation, fire, or malfunction of the balance. Only use the dedicated AC adapter. Do not touch the AC adapter with wet hands.
When the balance is not waterproof and dustproof, do not expose the balance to rain, water, dust, or such other environment. Even though the balance is waterproofed and dustproofed, water and dust may enter the unit if the connector cap to the underfloor weigher hole is detached. Accurate measurement may be rendered impossible in a location where the balance is subjected to rain or water, or in a dusty environment. Do not move the balance when a sample is loaded.
Do not use the balance in the following places: Location where it may be subject to air from an air-conditioning unit: Extreme changes in the ambient temperature may result in inaccurate measurements. Location where it is subject to direct sunlight: An internal temperature increase in the balance may lead to inaccurate measurement. 4 Location where it may be subjected to abrupt changes in ambient temperature or humidity: Accurate measurement may be rendered impossible.
Respect the following: Be sure to calibrate the balance after installation or relocation. Measurement values may contain errors. To maintain accurate measurement, be sure to calibrate the balance. Do not leave the balance overloaded. (When it is overloaded, o-Err is displayed.) To prevent breakage or malfunction, remove the sample placed on the balance immediately. If the balance is to be unused for an extended period of time, unplug the AC adapter.
How to Read this Manual 1B This manual comprises the following chapters: Chapter 1 How to Begin This chapter gives introductory information such as how to assemble and install the balance, and how to turn the power on and off. For your first use of the balance, be sure to read this chapter. Chapter 2 Basic Operation This chapter gives basic instructions for how to weigh objects. The procedures for setting the function capabilities used to set various functions are also described.
1.0 How to Begin This chapter describes the operations required before using the balance, starting from assembling the main unit to turning the power switch on and off. Before your first use of the balance, be sure to read this chapter.
1.1 Checking Supplied Items 3B The following items are contained in the box. In the unlikely event of problems such as missing or broken items, please contact the retailer from whom the balance was purchased or our Sales Office (See the Appendix at the end of this manual).
1.2 Names and Functions of Component Parts 4B Pan Level Indicates the inclination of the balance. Operation Keys Refer to “Workings of Operation Keys” (P. 5) Display Adjusters (feet) Use to adjust the inclination of the unit by turning them right or left. D-SUB9 pin (under cover) Use to connect the balance to an RS232C connector printer or other external device. Anti-theft hole AC adapter jack cap Cover Remove when using options. Connector cover AC adapter jack Use to connect the power cord.
- When not using the balance, be sure to attach the AC adapter jack cap, connector cover, and the rubber cap and the cover on the bottom to prevent water and dust from entering the unit. - Note that the waterproofing and dustproofing functions do not work in the following situations: - When the cable is connected to the D-SUB9P. - When the buzzer option, the full-pack option, and the limit contact output option are used - Do not scratch or make a hole in the panel surface (display, operation keys).
1.3 Workings of Operation Keys The operation keys are provided on the front of the main unit. Use these keys to operate and set the balance. Direction key: Use to set the function setting, etc. [On/Off] key: Use to power on/off the main unit. [Print] key: Use for printing or other purposes. Reference [Zero/Tare] key: Use to zero a readout or to select a function. [Target] key: Use to start settings. [Function] key: Use to switch measurement modes and to call a function.
1.4 How to See Displayed Signs 6B Each of the signs displayed on the front of the main unit has the following meanings: Displayed sign Description Stable state indicator (Indicates that readout is stable.) Lights up when the limit function is used. Indicates that the addition function is enabled when the balance is in addition mode. Minus. Indicates that settings are being saved. Blinks when adjusting the zero-point and when waiting for tare range setting to stabilize. Zero-point. Bar graph.
Lights up when sum totals are displayed (shared use together with other readout units) when the addition function is used. Indicates that the balance is in parts counting mode. Indicates that the balance is in unit covering mode. Indicates the unit momme. Indicates that the balance is in percentage weighing mode. (Upper) Indicates that an ID number is being displayed or entered. Indicates that actual water temperature (unit: °C) is being entered.
1.5 Assembling and Installing the Balance 7B Assembling the balance Assemble the main unit with the following steps: Attach the pan base. 1 Align the hole of the pan Fix the pan base by base to the projection of the main unit. turning the screw. Place the pan base by aligning it to the projections provided on the main unit and then fix it by turning the screws using a tool such as a coin. Attach the pan base by aligning it to the projections on the main unit. Do not overtighten the screws.
Use the balance in a horizontal position. By using the level provided on the front of the main unit and the adjuster provided on the bottom, the inclination of the main unit can be corrected and checked. - Start with the adjuster at the shortest position and make adjustments little by little. - Making adjustments using the other adjuster located on the other side as a pair while observing the level helps to level the balance.
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2.0 Basic Operation This chapter describes how to use basic measuring functions that are used daily.
2.1 Powering On/Off the Balance and Checking Operation 8B Turning the power of the balance on and off 1 2 3 Turn the power on. Press the [On/Off] key. Check that the AC adapter is connected. Zero is shown in the display after all indicators light up. Check operation. Push the pan using your finger to check that the display readout changes. Also check that zero is given in the display after the finger is released. Turn the power off. Press the [On/Off] key again. The display lights out.
2.2 Weighing by Placing a Sample in a Container (Tare) 9B When measuring weight with the sample in a container (tare), only the sample is weighed by subtracting the weight of the container. This is called “tare. 1 2 Place the container on the pan. The weight of the container is displayed. Set the tare. Press the [Zero/Tare] key. The readout becomes zero, and “→ 0 ←” and “Net” are displayed (tare range setting).
2.3 Weighing an Added Sample 10B Place an additional sample. Only the added weight is measured. 1 2 3 Place the sample. The weight of the placed sample is displayed. Set the tare. Press the [Zero/Tare] key. The readout becomes zero (tare range setting). Place the additional sample. 20 RL-TS Series Operation Manual The weight of only the added sample is displayed.
2.4 Displaying the Sum of the Container and the Sample 1B The sum weight of the sample and the container is displayed (gross weight readout). A gross weight can only be displayed when the balance functions as a weighing machine. For more information on weighing machine mode, refer to “Weighing” (P. 25). X 1 Place the container and then set the tare. 2 Place the sample. The weight of only the sample is displayed (net readout). 3 Display the sum (gross readout). Press the [Function] key.
2.5 Function Setting Basics 12B To set the settings of the balance, use the function keys. This section describes the basic operations of function setting Reference 1 Pressing the [Print] key when a function is being set can cancel the setting and return to measurement mode. Set to the function setting mode. Hold down the [Function] key and release the finger after display has changed to “Func.” The first function item is displayed. After display changes, release the finger.
Reference For the items and settings settable by the function capability, refer to “Appendix 1: Function Setting List” (P. 86). X X To initialize the function setting, refer to “Section 7-3: Initializing” (P. 83). X X Function setting is possible with the direction keys. After switching to the function setting mode with step 1, use the direction (arrow) keys to change setting items and settings. To complete the setting, press the [Target] key.
3.0 Various Measuring Methods In addition to weighing, the balance has the following measuring modes: parts counting, percentage weighing, unit converting, gravimeter, and animal weighing.
3.1 Weighing (Weighing Machine) 13B By default, the balance is set to “weighing machine” mode. To return to weighing machine mode from other weighing modes, use the following operation: 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 3 X Select “Weighing Machine.” Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. “1.SEt” is displayed. Press the [Zero/Tare] key several times to select “1.SEt 1.” Press the [Target] key.
3.2 Counting Parts Count 14B The balance saves sample weight (unit weight) using the automatic memory update method (simplified SCS method) to count the number of samples. First, place a set number of samples. Next, place an appropriate number of additional samples, up to three times the set number. Then, the balance will automatically update the average sample weight. Repeating this step allows accurate counting. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P.
7 Put additional samples. Put additional samples. The number of additional samples is up to three times the set number of samples. For example, if “10 Pcs” is set, add 30 or less samples. A blip sound reports you that added samples have been measured. Repeating this sample addition step can improve the resolution of parts counting. 8 9 Finish sampling. Press the [Function] key. The average sample weight is saved and the balance returns to measurement mode. Place samples to count them.
3.3 Measuring Percentage 15B With respect to the reference sample weight, the weight of a sample is shown in percentage. A reference sample weight can be set by weighing an actual sample (setting a reference weight by weighing an actual sample) or entering a value (setting a reference weight by entering a value). Setting a reference weight by weighing an actual sample 4B 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).
Setting a reference weight by entering a value 45B 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 3 4 Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. X Select “Percentage Weighing.” Press the [Zero/Tare] key several times to select “1.SEt 3.” Save the weighing mode. Press the [Target] key. The “percent weighing” mode is set, displaying “%.” Start setting the reference weight. Press and hold the [Function] key.
7 Weigh. The display indicates the percentage of the sample with respect to the reference sample weight. Pressing the [Function] key toggles the display between percentage weight and total weight. The minimum unit is automatically set based on the saved reference weight. Reference - Min. Indication Range of Reference Weight 1% Lower weight limit ≤ Reference weight < Lower weight limit × 10 0.1% Lower weight limit × 10 ≤ Reference weight < Lower weight limit × 100 0.
3.4 Obtaining Weight Multiplied by Coefficient 16B Measured weight is multiplied by a set coefficient, and the result can be displayed. For example, if “2.35” is set for the coefficient, and the weight of the sample is “2,000 g,” the given readout is “4,700.” (Example) Sample (2,000 g) × Coefficient (2.35) → Readout (4700) 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger.
6 Save the coefficient. Press the [Target] key. 7 Weigh. The weight of the sample is multiplied by the coefficient, and the result is displayed. Reference The increment of the minimum readability is automatically set to 1, 2, or 5 depending on the entered coefficient.
3.5 Measuring Specific Gravity The specific gravity of a sample is measured using the underfloor weigher function. The “TS underfloor weigher fixture option” is required (Refer to “Appendix 4 X Specifications” (P. 94). X X X Measurement procedures for specific gravity 46B Measure specific gravity with the following steps: 1. Preparing measurement equipment 2. Setting water temperature or the specific gravity of the liquid medium 3. Measuring the weight of the sample in the air 4.
Measurement 48B 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 3 4 Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. X Select “Gravimeter.” Press the [Zero/Tare] key several times to select “1.SEt 5.” Save the weighing mode. Press the [Target] key. The “gravimeter” mode is set, displaying “d.” Set to the water temperature setting mode. Press and hold the [Zero/Tare] key.
6 7 Save the water temperature. Press the [Target] key. Hang only the cage to zero the weight readout. Hang only the cage on the underfloor weigher fixture. Press the [Zero/Tare] key. The readout becomes zero. 8 Measure the weight of the sample. Place the sample on the cage. After the weight display is stable, press the [Target] key to save the weight of the sample in the air. When the weight is saved, “◄” is displayed in the lower left of the display.
Using a liquid medium other than water 49B 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. X 2 Select “Gravimeter.” Press the [Zero/Tare] key several times to select “1.SEt 5.” 3 Set to the medium select mode. Press the [Function] key. 4 Select “Not water.” “1 1.Nd” is displayed. Select “1” (Not water) by pressing the [Zero/Tare] key and then press the [Target] key.
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3.6 Weighing an Animal 18B The balance can accurately weigh animals and other samples that move during measurement. Even if animals and other such moving samples move during measurement, if weight variations fit within a set value range, the measured value is held (fixed) and displayed. Reference A weight variation range for value holding can be set with “16.Ud.” By changing minimum readability, a stability detection range can be also changed with a combined use of “16.
- If the animal moves too much, the value may not be held. - The measurement unit used in animal weighing is “g” only. - In animal weighing, because stability detection ranges are wide, errors may occur compared to actual weight.
3.7 Adding Multiple Measurements Multiple samples are weighed consecutively and the sum is displayed. The weighing method can be selected from reloading samples (cumulate function) or without replacing samples (net addition function). Reference The addition function can be used in the following weighing modes: weighing machine, parts counting, percentage weighing, and unit converting. Addition function setting 51B 1 2 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P.
Weighing with addition function 52B 1 2 Place the first sample. After an asterisk (*) is displayed, press the [Target] key. The measured value is saved and a sigma [Σ] sign is displayed for several seconds. Place another sample (cumulative). After an asterisk (*) is displayed, press the [Target] key. The measured value is saved, and a [Σ] sign and the cumulative weight are displayed for several seconds. Repeat this operation to weigh all the samples to be summed.
3.8 Judging “Above” and “Below” (Limit Function) 20B By setting values in the balance, you can judge whether measured values fit within set ranges. Reference The limit function can be used in the following weighing modes: weighing machine, parts counting, percentage weighing, and unit converting. How to judge 70B Set lower and upper limits. The judgment result is indicated by “◄” telling you that the measured value is below (below lower limit), appropriate, or above (above upper limit).
Judgment criteria and limit value setting 71B A limit value can be judged with any of the following criteria: - Absolute value: Values (limit values) including upper and lower values are set. Based on these values, measurements are judged. - Deviation value: A reference value is set. Measurements are judged by specifying an upper limit or a lower limit range with respect to this reference weight.
Limit function setting 53B First, set the limit function. Then, set limit values. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. X Select Limit Function. Press the [Function] key several times to select “2.SEL.” Press the [Zero/Tare] key to select “2.SEL 2.” When using both the cumulate and limit functions together, select “2.SEt 3..” 3 Set the judgment condition.
7 Save the setting. Press the [Target] key. Then, set the values for judgment (limit values) to perform measurement. Judging by absolute values 54B The function setting for absolute value judgment is “24.tP. 1.” 73B Judging by absolute values using the method of placing actual samples on the balance Set upper and lower limits by weighing samples. Check that the limit function is set for judging by absolute values (Refer to the previous section “Limit function setting”).
74B Judging by absolute values using the method of entering values Set upper and lower limits by entering values using the keys. Check that the limit function is set for judging by absolute values (Refer to the previous section “Limit function setting”). 1 Set to the mode of entering values. Press and hold the [Target] key. After “L.SEt” is displayed, release the finger. 2 Enter the lower limit value. Enter the lower limit value with the following steps: 1.
Judging by deviation values 5B The function setting for deviation value judgment is “24.Tp.2.” 75B Judging by deviation values using the method of placing actual samples on the balance Set a reference, upper limit, and lower limit values by weighing samples. Check that the limit function is set for judging by deviation values (refer to the previous section “Limit function setting”). 1 Set to the mode of using actual samples. Press and hold the [Target] key. After “r.
76B Judging by deviation values using the method of entering values Set a reference, upper limit, and lower limit values by entering values using the keys. Check that the limit function is set for judging by deviation values (Refer to the previous section “Limit function setting”). For making judgments by deviation values using the method of entering values, the lower and upper limit values to be entered are their differences with respect to the reference weight.
5 Weigh. Place a judgment target sample on the pan. The OK, LO, or HI result judged from the upper and lower limit values is displayed with the “◄” indication.
4.0 Adjusting the Scale Calibrate the balance using weights.
4.1 How to Calibrate 21B To calibrate a balance is called span adjustment. Be sure to perform span adjustment for highly accurate measurements. An electronic balance is influenced by the acceleration of gravity. For this reason, you should calibrate your balance every time you relocate it. You should also calibrate it after a long time of use or when it does not indicate correct values. To adjust the span, wait at least 15 minutes after the balance is powered on.
6 7 8 Place the weight on the pan. After zero-point adjustment finishes and the display changes to “on F.S.,” place the weight on the pan. Adjustment starts. Span adjustment starts. After display changes to the blinking of “on F.S.” span adjustment starts. Span adjustment finishes. After span adjustment finishes, “End” is displayed. The balance goes back to normal display. - Pressing any other key than the [Function] key cancels adjustment.
4.2 Testing the Balance 2B The amount of offset with respect to the reference weight can be checked. This is called “span test.” Performing a span test will not calibrate the balance. Use a weight for calibration that weighs 50% of the weighing capacity or heavier. To calibrate more accurately, use a weight that is equivalent to the weighing capacity. Reference Please contact us if you wish inquire about or place an order for calibration weights. 1 Set to the function setting mode.
5.0 Function Setting Set the functions of the balance. This chapter includes: Using Two Expression Units by Switching Them Minimum Readability Setting Saving Container (Tare) Weight Power Setting ID No.
5-1 Using Two Expression Units by Switching Them 23B You can set two units (unit A and unit B) and switch between the units. Unit B can be used only in weighing machine mode. Unit A can be used in all measurement modes. Reference For more information on selectable units, refer to “Appendix 1: Function Setting List” (P. 86). X 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 X Press and hold the [Function] key.
5.2 Minimum Readability Setting Use this function to set the minimum readability. The larger the minimum readability becomes, the less the balance is affected by external influences. In addition, it takes less time for the balance reading to become stable. Each unit has different minimum readability. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 3 X Select the minimum readability. Press the [Function] key several times to select “b2.d.A.
5.3 Saving Container (Tare) Weight 25B Use this function to set a tare range when the balance is powered on using the latest saved tare weight. Use this function when you turn the balance on or off with a sample and tare put on the pan. Leaving the balance loaded with a substance and tare for a long period may result in a larger error in weighing. You should set the tare range regularly. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).
5.4 Power Setting 26B Auto Power Off 56B This function, which is only available when the balance is operated by batteries, turns off the balance automatically if left untouched for about five minutes. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 X Set the auto power off. Press the [Function] key several times to select “9.A.P.
Auto Backlight Off 57B This function automatically turns off the backlight if the balance is left untouched in measurement mode for about three minutes. 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X 2 3 Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger. X Set the auto backlight off. Press the [Function] key several times to select “A.A.b.” Select “1” by pressing the [Zero/Tare] key. Save the setting.
5.5 ID No. Setting Results of successfully completed span adjustments and span tests can be printed by ISO/GLP/GMP compliant devices. Set the ID numbers printed together at this printing. In situations such as when the same model is used, you can assign numbers that allow you to control them easily. When an ID number is set, the “◄” and “” indicators located in the upper left of the display light up. You can use up to six digits in an ID number.
5 Save the ID number. Press the [Target] key. Display changes to “ ” Pressing the [Target] key again returns the balance to normal display.
5.6 Improving the Stability of the Balance 28B When the balance is stable, “” is lit in the upper left of the display. When displayed values flicker and stabilized display blinks, it indicates that the balance is influenced by wind or vibration. In these situations, making a setting change can improve stability. As greater values are set in the function setting of “stability judgment (4.5.d),” “response speed (5.Re.),” and “minimum readability setting (b2.d.A, b4.d.b),” stability will be improved more.
4 Save the setting. Press the [Target] key. The balance goes back to normal display.
6.0 Input/Output to/from External Devices Balance data can be output to a printer and be input and output to/from external devices via the RS-232C interface.
6.1 Outputting to a Printer 29B By connecting a printer to the balance, span adjustment and span test results and measurement results can be printed in ISO/GLP/GMP compliant form. For printing examples, refer to “Appendix 3: Printing in Compliance with ISO/GLP/GMP” (P. 91). Reference X X Connecting a printer 58B By using the D-SUB9P cable, connect the RS-232C connector of the balance to a printer. The printers that can be connected to the balance are CSP-160 and CSP-240.
5 Perform span adjustment or span test. After span adjustment or test is successfully completed, the printer executes printing. While the data is being printed, the balance may seem to not be moving, but wait until printing is completed. No printing is executed if span adjustment or test is not successfully completed. Do not press any keys on the printer during printing. Printing measurement results 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).
6.2 Connecting to External Devices via RS-232C Interface 30B The balance inputs and outputs from and to external devices such as a PC via the RS-232C interface. The RS-232C interface equipped on the balance is a D-SUB9P type. The connection with external devices is established with the following specifications: Disconnect the AC adapter of the balance before connecting external devices.
Reference You can set a tare range or adjust the zero-point from an external device by connecting a contact or a transistor switch between the pin for externally setting a tare range (Pin 9) to the pin for signal ground (Pin 5). In this case, allow at least 400 ms for connection (ON) time (Maximum voltage when the balance is turned OFF: 15 V, sink current when it is turned ON: 20 mA.
Interface specifications 63B Transmission system Serial transmission, Start-stop synchronization Transmission rate 1200/2400/4800/9600/19200 bps Transmission codes ASCII codes (8/7 bits) Signal level Compliant with EIA RS-232C HIGH level (data logic 0): +5 to +15 V LOW level (data logic 1): -5 to -15 V Bit configuration Start bit: One bit Data bits: 8/7 bits (“7 bit” can be specified only for the extended 7-digit numeric format.
6.3 Communication Data and Commands 31B The RS-232C interface exchanges data with external devices as follows: Output data 64B The three formats of “6-digit numeric,” “7-digit numeric,” and “extended 7-digit numeric” formats are available. Select a format with the following operation: 1 Set to the function setting mode. (Refer to “Section 2-5: Function Setting Basics (P. 22).) X Press and hold the [Function] key. After “Func” is displayed, release the finger.
Data format 7B - 6-digit numeric format Consists of 14 characters including terminators (CR = 0DH/LF = 0AH). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 P1 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 U1 U2 S1 S2 CR LF - 7-digit numeric format Consists of 15 characters including terminators (CR = 0DH/LF = 0AH). A parity bit can be appended.
* -If headed with no data, the numeric value is headed by 0 (30H) by factory default setting. Using the function setting, it can be headed by “SP” (20H). -When expression units are changed or switched to display of parts counting, percentage weighing, or unit converting, the decimal place is changed (Refer to “ Sample communication formats” (P. 70)). [U1, U2] (two characters) Indicates the unit used to show numeric data.
[S2] (one character) Indicates the status. S2 Code Description S 53H Data stable *1 U 55H Data unstable *1 E 45H Data error *2 (Indicates that data other than S2 is invalid.) (SP) 20H No status specified *1: This value is independent of data if the data is independent of whether the weighing condition is stable or not, such as cumulative values and unit weights. *2: When “o --Err” or “u --Err” is displayed Sample communication formats - 6-digit numeric format 3000.
Input commands 65B An input command is to control the balance from an external device. The following four input commands are supported: (1) Tare range command (2) Set output control command (3) Set measurement mode command (4) Span adjustment/test command 79B Procedure for transmission (1) An input command is sent from an external device to the balance. The full-duplex transmission system allows you to send an input command at any time independently of the data transmit timing of the balance.
Command format (1) Tare range (zero-point adjustment) command C1 C2 Code (C1) Code (C2) Description Value Response A00: Successful completion E01: Command error - Tare range setting T (SP) 54H 20H - Zero-point adjustment E04: A tare range (zero-point None adjustment) cannot be set (Range violation, weight error, etc.). (2) Set output control command C1 C2 Code (C1) Code (C2) Description Response O 0 4FH -{}-30H Stop output. O 1 4FH 31H Output continuously at all times.
- When either an O8 or O9 command is executed, it returns to the state of “O0”. (3) Set measurement mode command C1 C2 Code (C1) Code (C2) Description M 1 4DH 31H Set to Mode 1 M 2 4DH 32H Set to Mode 2 M 3 4DH 33H Set to Mode 3 M 4 4DH 34H Set to Mode 4 Response A00: Successful completion E01: Command error E02: Error * The measurement mode to be activated by the above mode settings 1 to 4 depends on the weighing mode currently in use.
You can select the response format of either the [“A00”/“Exx”] format or the [ACK/NAK] format. In the explanation of “input commands” in the previous section, the [“A00”/“Exx”] format responses are described. - [“A00”/“Exx”] format Consists of five characters including terminators. For more information on A1 to A3, see the “Response” fields in the previous section. A1 A2 A3 CR LF - [ACK/NAK] format Consists of one character without a terminator.
7.0 Troubleshooting This chapter describes troubleshooting including error messages and remedies.
7.1 Error Messages 32B Message Cause Remedy - The weight of the sample is over the - Unload the sample to weigh it in some portioned-out weighing capacity. measurements. - Replace the tare with a lighter one. - If the error message does not disappear even when nothing is placed on the pan, mechanical parts may have failed. Contact our Sales Office or Technical Service Division. - First, clear the addition result. Then execute addition again.
Message Cause The balance is Remedy influenced by static - Unplug the AC adapter from the receptacle and then turn the power on again. electricity or noise. - If this error occurs again, electric components may have failed. Contact our Sales Office or Technical Service Division. The balance is influenced by static - Unplug the AC adapter from the receptacle and then turn the power on again. electricity or noise. - If this error occurs again, electric components may have failed.
7.2 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Nothing is displayed even when The AC adapter is not connected. the balance is powered on. - Check that the AC adapter is connected. - If nothing is displayed even if the AC adapter is properly connected, the electric components of the balance, or the AC adapter may have failed. Replace the AC adapter to test the root cause of the problem, if you have a same-model AC adapter that operates properly at hand.
Problem Cause Remedy The weight used for calibration Use the same weight during calibration and is slightly different in mass from checking. the weight used for checking. The display does not move with The balance may be affected by The balance may be affected by an external the M sign flashing. an external influence such as influence such as wind and vibration. Take wind and vibration.
Problem No outputs Cause Remedy Intended output function settings Make are not established. communication conditions with the external Communication conditions disagree with the external device. the balance compatible in device by referring to their operation manuals. Check outputs with the following methods: Initialize the function settings by referring to “Section 7-3: Initializing (P. 83) or Function X X Setting List.
7.3 Initializing The settings of the balance can be initialized with the following steps: 1 2 3 Set to the function 2 setting mode. + Set the function initialization. Press the [Function] key while pressing the [Zero/Tare] key. Release the fingers when “Func2” is displayed. The function 2 setting mode is set, displaying “1.1d0.” Select by pressing the [Function] key. Select “1” by pressing the [Zero/Tare] key. Save the setting. Press the [Target] key. The balance goes back to normal display.
7.4 Maintenance 35B When taking care of the balance, be careful of the following: For heavy dirt 67B If the balance is very dirty, disassemble and clean it. The parts that you can remove are only the pan and the pan base. Pan base Removing parts other than the pan and the pan base damages the waterproof function of the balance, resulting in possible failure. How to take care of the balance 68B To clean the main unit, use a piece of dry soft cloth.
Appendixes The appendixes provide data including each type of data for the balance.
Appendix 1 Function Setting List A star () denotes an initial value. Auto-zero Disabled A star () denotes an initial value. Enabled Span Stability judgment adjustment/test Wide (Mild) Bar graph CAL operation disabled Water Span adjustment with external weight Not water Span test with external weight A star () denotes an initial value.
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Appendix 2 Measurement Mode List In each weighing mode, pressing the [Function] key can toggle the function displayed. Displayable functions differ between modes. The additional functions usable concurrently in each function also differ.
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Measurement data: Header Measurement data: Footer The date and time shown in printing examples are printed only when the dedicated printer is used.
Appendix 4 Specifications 39B Basic specifications 83B Gram (g) Model Weighing Parts counting Minimum Minimum unit capacity readability (d) TS-220 220 TS-320 320 TS-620 620 TS-820 820 TS-2200 2200 TS-3200 3200 TS-6200 6200 TS-8200 8200 TS-15K 15000 weight (g) Percentage Weight limit (g) 0.01 0.01 1 0.1 0.
Output RS-232C compliant output is equipped as standard. D-SUB9P male (RS-232C output, port for external tare range setting, bi-directional) Span adjustment Span adjustment/test with external weights (Weights used are at least 50% of the weighing capacity) * Only the unit g can be used for span adjustment.
Minimum Display by Unit of Measurement Model TS- TS- TS- TS- TS- TS- TS- TS- 220 320 620 820 2200 3200 6200 8200 220 320 620 820 2200 3200 6200 8200 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.01 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.22 0.32 0.62 0.82 2.2 3.2 6.2 8.2 0.00001 0.00001 0.00001 0.00001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 0.0001 1100 1600 3100 4100 11000 16000 31000 41000 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 7.7 11 21 28 77 110 210 280 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005 0.005 0.005 0.
Model TS15K Unit_of measuremant 15000 g 1 15 kg 0.001 75000 (ct) 5 520 (oz) 0.05 33 (lb) 0.005 (ozt) (dwt) 480 0.05 9600 1 Bottom right grain 400 (Hong Kong) 0.05 (Singapore, Malaysia) 390 (Taiwan) mom (momme) (to) 0.05 400 0.05 4000 0.5 1200 0.
Appendix 5 40B Unit Conversion Table Units Gram carat Ounce Pound Penny troy ounce Weight 1g 1 5 0.03527 0.00220 0.03215 0.64301 1 ct 0.2 1 0.00705 0.00044 0.00643 0.12860 1 oz 28.34952 141.74762 1 0.06250 0.91146 18.22917 1 lb 453.59237 2267.96185 16 1 14.58333 291.66667 1 ozt 31.10348 155.51738 1.09714 0.06857 1 20 1 dwt 1.55517 7.77587 0.05486 0.00343 0.05 1 1 GN 0.06480 0.32399 0.00229 0.00014 0.00208 0.04167 1 tl (HK) 37.429 187.145 1.
TS Series Limited Warranty Rice Lake Weighing Systems (RLWS) warrants that all RLWS equipment and systems manufactured and sold by RLWS and properly installed by an authorized RLWS Distributor or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will operate per written specifications as confirmed by the Distributor/OEM and accepted by RLWS. All systems and components are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for five years.
