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  • Page 1 BA-6TE BA-6DTE BA-225TE BA-225DTE BA-125DTE 1WMPD4004315...
  • Page 2 © 2021 A&D Company Ltd. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, or translated into any language in any form by any means without the written permission of A&D Company Ltd. The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument covered by this manual are subject to change for improvement without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ............................ 7 Part Names, Installation and Precautions ..................9 Screens and Operations (Keys and Buttons) ................19 IR Sensors and Auto Doors ......................24 Application ........................... 26...
  • Page 4 Quick Performance Check [Repeatability Measurement] Screen ..............51 Communication device ........................ 52 Password Function ........................54 Menu Screen ..........................61 [Sensitivity adjustment] screen....................62 Calibration test/check ........................69 Filter Settings ..........................96 System settings ........................... 97...
  • Page 5 Underhook ..........................124 Interface Specifications (Standard) ................... 125 Connection with Peripheral Devices ..................130 Printing Weighing Value Data with a Printer ................133 Connecting to a Personal Computer ..................136...
  • Page 6 Data Output ..........................139 Command ..........................150 Error Codes ..........................155 Ionizer (AX-ION-25) ........................158 Maintenance ..........................160 Troubleshooting ........................160 Specifications ..........................162 Compliance ..........................169...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing A&D’s electronic balance. Please read this instruction manual carefully to understand and make full use of the BA-T series analytical electronic balance. Caution Operations may differ depending on the software version of your balance. For confirmation of the software version of the balance, refer to “13.23.
  • Page 8 The BA-T series is equipped with a DC type ionizer (static eliminator) that does not generate wind, and eliminates static electricity from charged objects before weighing in order to reduce errors due to static electricity. The discharge electrode unit of the ionizer can be removed and can be cleaned and replaced...

  • Page 9: Part Names, Installation And Precautions

    Make sure that the AC adapter is unplugged before you connect the breeze break unit and the ionizer. BA-T series analytical balance is composed of the weighing unit and display unit. It is not possible to replace just one of the units.
  • Page 10 Unpacking Packing contents common to BA-T series Display unit Breeze break Weighing unit Breeze break top door protection cover bottom plate Quick Start Guide Tweezers Display unit USB cable Cable A (approx. 1.8 m) (approx. 0.2 m) Ionizer AC adapter...
  • Page 11 Assembly and installation The BA-6TE is used here for the example of assembly. Other models can be assembled in the same way. Breeze break unit Step 1. Pull out the breeze break locking handles. Step Step 2. Place the breeze break unit on the weighing unit.
  • Page 12 Top pane Step 5. Assemble the glass breeze break. Side panes (3 pieces) Assemble the BA-6TE / BA-6DTE glass breeze break in the weighing chamber. Align the side panes with the notch of the base stand. Step Base stand Side pane Example of the small breeze break with the right side open.
  • Page 13 Step 9. Using the included cable A and cable B, connect the "weighing unit" and "breeze break unit" (with the cable A) and the "display unit" and "weighing unit" (with the cable B) respectively, paying attention to the direction of the arrow on each cable (on the connector). Make sure to unplug the AC adapter before connecting.
  • Page 14 BA-6TE / BA-6DTE BA-225TE / BA-225DTE / BA-125DTE Installation considerations, preparation and precautions Prepare the following installation conditions in order to bring out the full performance of the balance. Note that the installation environment needs to be taken into consideration for the highly sensitive BA- 6TE / BA-6DTE.
  • Page 15 Be sure to warm up the balance before use for at least an hour, or at least four hours for BA-6TE/BA- 6DTE, with the AC adapter connected to the power supply. Adjust the sensitivity of the balance before using it for the first time or after having moved it to another location so that accurate weighing can be performed.
  • Page 16 Ground the balance and perform the following as needed. A DC type ionizer that produces no currents of air is available for the BA-T series balances. Refer to “22. Ionizer (AX-ION-25)” and remove static electricity from the charged sample directly.
  • Page 17 For weighing where impurities will be a problem, it is advisable to prepare samples outside the weighing chamber in order to prevent the substance from scattering inside the weighing chamber. When pressing the touch screen or keys, do not press with a sharp object such as a pen. Instead, press the center of the key with your finger.
  • Page 18 Connection terminals of the display unit RS-232C connector Wired LAN USB mini B connector External input switch 1 USB Type A connector dedicated for flash drives External input switch 2 Terminal for Cable B AC adapter input Ground terminal Name Description Wired LAN For configuration details, refer to...

  • Page 19: Screens And Operations (Keys And Buttons)

    Screens and Operations (Keys and Buttons) Standby screen When you touch the ON:OFF key or the touch screen in the standby screen, the weighing screen is displayed. When you select a key other than the ON:OFF key, the corresponding screen is displayed. ON:OFF key HOME screen (weighing screen) The HOME screen is displayed when you touch the HOME key...
  • Page 20 The P-TEST button performs a quick performance test. The quick performance test automatically checks the performance of the P-TEST button balance by loading and unloading the internal weight. Refer to “6. Quick Performance Check”. The APP button displays the application setting screen and saves the settings related to weighing.
  • Page 21 Displays the log-in screen. The LOG-IN key is active at any time, and LOG-IN key pressing the LOG-IN key during operation always displays the log-in screen. For details, refer to “8. Password Function”. Displays the MENU screen. The MENU key is active during any MENU key operation.
  • Page 22 Input Screen Numerical value input screen A numerical value input screen is displayed when you need to input numerical values. Numerical value display Back button Numerical value input button Clear button Esc button Enter button Name Description Back button Deletes the number right before the cursor. Clear button Deletes all input numbers.
  • Page 23 Touch this button after entering a character value to reflect the character Enter button value and return to the original screen. Cursor move buttons Move the input cursor. Alphanumeric button Keys for inputting characters change to alphanumerics. Password input screen A password input screen is displayed when you need to input a password.

  • Page 24: Ir Sensors And Auto Doors

    [IR sensors] settings screen Auto doors BA-T series analytical balances are equipped with auto doors that allow you to open/close the breeze break without touching the doors. At factory settings, each breeze break door opens to the position it was previously opened to.
  • Page 25 Operation example Left IR sensor: Opens/closes the right breeze break door. Opens/closes the left Right IR sensor: breeze break door. Example for BA-6TE / BA-6DTE...

  • Page 26: Application

    Application Application settings screen The [Application] settings screen saves the settings related to weighing. Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Name Setting value (setting range) Description Normal weighing, Counting mode, Select the application to be used in the Application selection Percent mode, weighing screen.
  • Page 27 Unit of measure Available units of measure are configured before shipment. For details about units of measure, refer to the table below. Conversion factor Name (unit, mode) Abbrev. 1 g = Gram Milligram 0.001 g Ounce (Avoir) 28.349523125 g Troy Ounce 31.1034768 g Metric Carat 0.2 g...
  • Page 28 BA-6DTE Unit Precision range Standard range Capacity Readability Capacity Readability Gram 2.10 0.000001 6.20 0.00001 Milligram 2100 0.001 6200 0.01 Once (Avoir) 0.0740 0.0000001 0.218 0.000001 Troy Once 0.0675 0.0000001 0.199 0.000001 Metric Carat 10.5 0.00001 31.0 0.0001 Momme 0.56 0.000001 1.65 0.00001...
  • Page 29 BA-225DTE Unit Precision range Standard range Capacity Readability Capacity Readability Gram 51.0 0.00001 0.0001 Milligram 51000 0.01 220000 Once (Avoir) 1.79 0.000001 7.76 0.00001 Troy Once 1.63 0.000001 7.07 0.00001 Metric Carat 0.0001 1100 0.001 Momme 13.6 0.00001 58.6 0.0001 Pennyweight 32.7 0.00001...
  • Page 30 Normal weighing Basic weighing Example weighing in g for BA-6TE Step 1. Press the ON:OFF key ON:OFF key or HOME key the HOME key to enter weighing mode. Weighing pan Step 2. Place a container (tare) on the weighing Container (tare) pan if necessary.
  • Page 31 Zero-point, tare, and weighing range Entering the weighing mode The balance will determine the reference zero point when the ON:OFF key is pressed to enter the weighing mode. Depending on the load condition at that time, the balance automatically judges whether to set the zero- point or to tare.
  • Page 32 Smart range function For BA-6DTE / BA-225DTE / BA-125DTE, there are two types of ranges: the standard range and precision range (high resolution). Smart range function The range can switch automatically between the standard range and precision range (high resolution), depending on the value displayed.
  • Page 33 Counting mode (PCS) If you configure this display, the HOME screen changes to Counting mode. Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Counting mode]. HOME key Counting mode screen Counting mode display Unit for counting Counting mode setting button Name Description...
  • Page 34 Storing a unit weight [Counting mode setting] screen Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Counting mode]. HOME key Counting mode setting screen Unit weight button [Counting mode setting] screen Name Description Displays the unit weight through the direct input or input by weighing Unit weight display samples.
  • Page 35 Name Description Sample input mode Displayed in the Counting mode sample input mode. display Input the number of samples for the input by weighing samples. Input range: 10 - 100 pcs Number of samples input button This is common to the Input by weighing samples button in the Counting mode [Sample input mode] screen.
  • Page 36 ACAI function The ACAI function automatically improves the counting accuracy each time the number of sample pieces is increased. Errors will be reduced as variations in sample weight are averaged. Step 1. After storing the unit weight through the input by weighing samples and adding some sample pieces in the Counting mode screen, “Now performing...
  • Page 37 Percent weighing [Percent weighing] screen If you configure this display, the HOME screen changes to the Percent mode. Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Percent mode]. HOME key [Percent mode] screen Percent mode display Unit for the Percent mode Percent mode setting button Name...
  • Page 38 Percent mode sample input [Sample input mode] screen Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Percent mode] HOME key Percent mode screen Percent mode setting button Sample input button [Sample input mode] screen Sample input mode display SAVE button Back button Name...
  • Page 39 Decimal separator Model 100% reference mass position 0.0010 g - 0.0099 g BA-6TE / BA-6DTE 0.0100 g - 0.0999 g 0.1 % 0.1000 g - 0.01 % 0.0100 g - 0.0999 g BA-225TE / BA-225DTE / BA-125DTE 0.1000 g - 0.9999 g 0.1 % 1.0000 g -...
  • Page 40 Minimum weight setting Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Minimum weight alert function]. HOME key Weighing screen with the minimum weight alert function Minimum weight setting button [Minimum weight setting] screen Setting Description Name value Minimum weight display...
  • Page 41 Name Setting value Description Minimum weight 0 g to capacity Input the minimum weight. input This is the screen for inputting the minimum weight. Minimum weight setting for measurement Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Application selection button Select [Minimum weight alert function] HOME key Weighing screen with the minimum weight alert function...
  • Page 42 Automatic (internal weight) For this setting, the minimum weight is automatically measured with the internal weight in the [Repeatability measurement mode] screen. When the measurement is complete, the [Minimum weight measurement result] screen described in “5.5.4. Minimum weight measurement result” is displayed. Back button Name Description...
  • Page 43 Minimum weight measurement result The [Minimum weight measurement result] screen is displayed when the 5.5.3. minimum weight measurement is complete. Measurement method Measurement tolerance Repeatability (standard deviation) Minimum weight PRINT button REGISTER button Name Description Measurement method Displays the method used for the minimum weight measurement. Measurement tolerance Displays the minimum weight measurement tolerance.
  • Page 44 Statistical calculation function Usage This mode processes weighing values statistically and displays/outputs the result. Calculation items available for display/output include the number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range (Max-Min), mean, standard deviation, coefficient of variation and relative error. You can select these output data in four steps on the [Statistical calculation setting] screen.
  • Page 45 Name Description Displays the [Statistical calculation results] screen. Statistical calculation results Also displays the number of input data. button The number of data is displayed within the range from 000 to 999. Adds data to be used for statistical calculation. PRINT button Also outputs data to the device connected to the balance.
  • Page 46 Display settings for the statistical calculation setting Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Statistical calculation function button Select [ON]. HOME key Weighing screen with the statistical calculation function Statistical calculation results button Statistical calculation setting button Statistical display output Name Setting value Description...
  • Page 47 Statistical calculation output example Registering data Step Press the PRINT button in the weighing screen. ST,+1.000000 Press Outputting results Step Press the PRINT button in the [Statistical calculation results] screen. Statistical display output: Number of data, Sum, Maximum, Minimum, Range, Mean, Standard deviation, Coefficient of variation, Relative error +10.000000 MAX +1.010000...
  • Page 48 Capacity indicator If you configure this display, the HOME screen changes to the weighing screen with the capacity indicator. Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Capacity indicator button Select [ON]. HOME key Weighing screen with the capacity indicator Capacity indicator Name Description...
  • Page 49 Gross/Net/Tare Function Gross/net/tare function usage The net/gloss/tare functions allow you to output data for the gross weight, net weight and tare weight by optionally subtracting the tare. Change to the Gross weight/Tare weight display as follows: Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Gross weight/Tare weight display button...
  • Page 50 Warning display Two types of warnings can be displayed according to the situation. Enable the warning display as follows: Display settings: HOME key APP button [Application] settings screen Warning display button Select [ON]. (Factory setting) HOME key Weighing screen with the warning display function Warning display Name Description...

  • Page 51: Quick Performance Check [Repeatability Measurement] Screen

    Quick Performance Check [Repeatability Measurement] Screen You can access the quick performance check from the weighing screen with a single touch. Display the quick performance check as follows: Display settings: HOME key P-TEST button [Repeatability measurement] screen Quick performance check usage The quick performance check screen is common to the repeatability check screen described in “11.3.

  • Page 52: Communication Device

    USB flash drive usage For the BA-T series, you can connect the USB flash drive through the USB host interface. You can save weighing data, etc. in the USB flash drive and import the data into Windows or macOS...
  • Page 53 [Communication device] - [USB device] settings Display the [USB device tab in the [Communication device] screen as follows: Display settings: Weighing screen Communication device button USB device button USB function mode USB flash drive button Name Setting value (setting range) Description Selects the communication method between USB function mode...

  • Page 54: Password Function

    Password Function Intended use The password function allows you to restrict the use and functions of the balance. It is effective in preventing falsification of date and time settings or preventing changes in the function table by the user. Operation To log in, press the LOG-IN key when the display is on, input the user name and password in the [Log-in] screen, and press the Log-in button...
  • Page 55 Log-in screen Display the [Log-in] screen as follows: Display settings: Weighing screen LOG-IN key [Log-in] screen Name Description Input the user name for login. The length of user names is up to 20 User name input field characters. Input the set password. The password consists of alphanumerics with a Password input field length of 4 characters.
  • Page 56 User authorization - Change to settings not allowed If changes to settings are not allowed in user authorization, the following buttons are disabled. MENU screen - System settings Display settings: MENU key [Menu] screen Disabled button Sensitivity adjustment - Settings Display settings: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button...
  • Page 57 User authorization - Ext. sensitivity adjustment not allowed If external calibration adjustment is not allowed in user authorization, the following buttons are disabled. Sensitivity adjustment - Ext. sensitivity adjustment Display settings: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button [Sensitivity adjustment] screen Disabled button Sensitivity adjustment/calibration Test - Ext.
  • Page 58 User authorization - Int. sensitivity adjustment not allowed If internal sensitivity adjustment is not allowed in user authorization, the following buttons are disabled. In addition, when a user at a user level where the internal sensitivity adjustment is not allowed is logged in, the [Automatic sensitivity adjustment] button is also not allowed and no automatic sensitivity adjustment is performed.
  • Page 59 User management Display the [User management] screen as follows: Display settings: Weighing screen LOG-IN key User management button [User management] screen User list Edit user button Add user button Delete user button Name Description Displays the registered users. Only Admin is registered at the factory setting. Up to 100 users can be User list registered.
  • Page 60 Displays the [User management] screen for edit described in “8.3.2. User Edit user button management for edit”. Displays the [User management] screen described in “8.3. User management”. Delete user button Displays the user list. User management for edit Display the [User management] screen for edit as follows: Display settings: Weighing screen LOG-IN key User management button...

  • Page 61: Menu Screen

    Menu Screen Display the [Menu] screen as follows: Display settings: MENU key [Menu] screen Calibration test/check button Sensitivity adjustment button Filter settings button System settings button Back button Information button Name Description Displays the [Sensitivity adjustment] screen. Sensitivity adjustment button You can configure the operation and settings for the internal sensitivity adjustment and external sensitivity adjustment.

  • Page 62: Sensitivity Adjustment] Screen

    10. [Sensitivity adjustment] screen Display the [Sensitivity adjustment] screen as follows: Display settings: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button [Sensitivity adjustment] screen Int. sensitivity adjustment button Automatic sensitivity adjustment button Ext. sensitivity adjustment button Sensitivity adjustment setting button Name Description Displays the [Internal sensitivity adjustment] screen to execute the internal sensitivity adjustment.
  • Page 63 Internal sensitivity adjustment Display settings 1: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button Int. sensitivity adjustment button [Internal sensitivity adjustment] screen Display settings 2: HOME key CAL button Int. sensitivity adjustment button [Internal sensitivity adjustment] screen Date Time Weight used Back button PRINT button Name Description...
  • Page 64 External sensitivity adjustment Display settings 1: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button Ext. sensitivity adjustment button [External sensitivity adjustment] screen Display settings 2: HOME key CAL button Ext. sensitivity adjustment button [External sensitivity adjustment] screen Name Description Instruction display Displays the instruction for external sensitivity adjustment. Input the external weight value.
  • Page 65 Procedure for external sensitivity adjustment Weighing example for BA-6DTE Weighing pan Step 1. Make sure that nothing is on the weighing pan and press the Confirm button Confirm button The balance measures the zero point. Do not apply vibration and the like to the balance. You can input the external weight value before input.
  • Page 66 Automatic sensitivity adjustment Display settings: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button Automatic sensitivity adjustment button [Automatic sensitivity adjustment] settings screen Name Setting value (setting range) Description Set the automatic sensitivity adjustment OFF, Temperature change , Automatic sensitivity execution condition. Preset time 1, adjustment execution If you select the preset time or interval, the Preset time 1&2,...
  • Page 67 Caution If something is on the weighing pan, the balance itself will judge that it is in use and will not perform automatic sensitivity adjustment. The criteria for performing automatic sensitivity adjustment are as follows. BA-6TE / BA-6DTE Less than 0.1 g BA-225DTE / BA-125DTE / BA-225TE To maintain the correct sensitivity adjustment of the balance, do not place anything on the weighing pan while not in use.
  • Page 68 Correcting the internal weight value Display settings: MENU key Sensitivity adjustment button Settings button Enter the correct internal weight value button [Internal sensitivity adjustment] screen Back button Name Description Back button Returns to the previous screen. This function corrects the internal weight value based on your external weight. Execute the external sensitivity adjustment in advance.

  • Page 69: Calibration Test/Check

    11. Calibration test/check Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button [Calibration test/check] screen Periodic check button Repeatability check button Daily check button Calibration test/check Settings button External calibration test button Internal calibration test button Name Description Periodic check button Executes the periodic check. Daily check button Executes the daily check.
  • Page 70 Daily check Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Daily check button [Daily check] screen, [Environmental conditions] screen (From this screen, display check items in sequence) Daily check details During daily check, you check the minimum required items for using the balance to make sure that there is no serious error with the balance.
  • Page 71 2. External condition check Make sure that the area around the weighing pan in the breeze break is clean. If it is dirty, clean it. Contamination may result. Make sure that the balance body is not damaged or deformed. Damage or deformation may result in malfunction of the balance or injury to users. Check item Check details Skip button...
  • Page 72 4. Weighing pan check Make sure that there is nothing on the weighing pan. Skip button Back button Confirm button Name Description Skip button Skips this check item and proceeds to the next item. Back button Returns to the previous screen. Confirm button Considers this check item as OK and proceeds to the next item.
  • Page 73 6. Daily Check Results The results of all daily check items are displayed. Daily check results display Scroll buttons Exit button PRINT button Save to USB button Name Description Daily check results Shows the results of the daily check. display Exit button Exits the daily check and displays the [Calibration test/check] screen.
  • Page 74 Output example for daily check output results Daily check output results Daily check PDF results...
  • Page 75 Periodic check Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Periodic check button [Periodic check] screen, [Environmental conditions] screen (From this screen, display check items in sequence) Periodic check details During the periodic check, a weight is used to check basic properties of the balance including the repeatability, linearity and eccentricity and manage how weighing values perform against the specifications.
  • Page 76 2. External condition check Make sure that the area around the weighing pan in the breeze break is clean. If it is dirty, clean it. Contamination may result. Make sure that the balance body is not damaged or deformed. Damage or deformation may result in malfunction of the balance or injury to users. Check item Check details Skip button...
  • Page 77 4. Weighing pan check Make sure that there is nothing on the weighing pan. Skip button Back button Confirm button Name Description Skip button Skips this check item and proceeds to the next item. Back button Returns to the previous screen. Confirm button Considers this check item as OK and proceeds to the next item.
  • Page 78 Outputs the results to the device connected to the balance. PRINT button The results are automatically output if [GLP output] in [Data output] is set to ON. Settings in the red box are default values (factory settings). 6. Sensitivity Adjustment The sensitivity adjustment is performed.
  • Page 79 Input range BA-6TE/BA-6DTE : 0.9 g ~ 5 g ~ 5.1 g BA-225TE/BA-225DTE : 9.9 g ~ 200 g ~ 200.1 g BA-125DTE : 9.9 g ~ 100 g ~ 100.1 g 7. Pre-loading Select the weight to be used for execution. For the internal weight, the pre-loading is automatically performed.
  • Page 80 8. Repeatability Load and unload the weight multiple times to obtain the standard deviation. Follow the instruction to load and unload the weight as many times as the specified measurement count. The setting in the [Repeatability] screen is common to the standard value setting for the daily/periodic check settings.
  • Page 81 9. Sensitivity Test The sensitivity test is performed with the selected loading points. Follow the instruction for measurement operations. The setting in the [Sensitivity test] screen is common to the standard value setting for the daily/periodic check settings. When the test is complete, the [Sensitivity test result] screen is automatically displayed. Setting value Name Description...
  • Page 82 10. Eccentricity The eccentricity is measured. Follow the instruction for measurement. The setting in the [Sensitivity test] screen is common to the standard value setting for the daily/periodic check settings. When the measurement is complete, the [Eccentricity measurement result] screen is automatically displayed.
  • Page 83 11. Periodic check results The results of all periodic check items are displayed. Periodic check results display Scroll buttons Operator name Exit button PRINT button Save to USB button Name Description Periodic check results Shows the results of the periodic check. display Displays the name of the user that performed the periodic check.
  • Page 84 Output example for periodic check output results Periodic check output results...
  • Page 85 Periodic check results (PDF)
  • Page 86 Repeatability check Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Repeatability check button [Repeatability measurement] screen Measurement method Measurement count Tolerance (standard deviation) Measure button Name Setting value (setting range) Description Automatic (internal weight) , Measurement Select the measurement method. method Manual (external weight) Measurement count Displays the measurement count.
  • Page 87 Repeatability measurement with an external weight Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Repeatability check button [Repeatability measurement] screen. In this screen, with [Manual (external weight)] selected for the measurement method, select Measure button [Repeatability measurement] screen with an external weight Name Description Back button...
  • Page 88 Internal calibration test Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Internal calibration test button [Calibration test] screen Name Description Back button Returns to the previous screen. Calibration test result display Displays the measurement result. Outputs the measurement result to the device connected to the balance.
  • Page 89 External calibration test Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button External calibration test button [External calibration test] screen Name Description Input the external weight value. Input range: Input range External weight value input This is common to the external weight value input field in the [Sensitivity adjustment setting] screen.
  • Page 90 Daily/periodic check settings Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button [Daily/periodic check settings] screen Standard value setting button Daily/periodic check reminder button Report data button Back button Name Description Standard value setting button Displays the [Standard value setting] screen. Daily/periodic check reminder button Displays the [Daily/periodic check reminder] screen.
  • Page 91 Startup screen when the daily check reminder is set to ON Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button Daily/periodic check reminder button Daily check reminder before the start of weighing button Select [ON] Use the ON:OFF key to turn on the display [Daily/periodic check reminder] screen for daily check Daily check reminder...
  • Page 92 Startup screen when the periodic check reminder is set to ON Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button Daily/periodic check reminder button Periodic check reminder button Select [ON] Use the ON:OFF key to turn on the display [Daily/periodic check reminder] screen for periodic check Periodic check reminder Back button...
  • Page 93 Standard value setting Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button Standard value setting button [Standard value setting] screen Sensitivity test button Repeatability button Eccentricity button Back button Name Description Sensitivity test button Displays the [Standard value setting: Sensitivity test] screen. Repeatability button Displays the [Standard value setting: Repeatability] screen.
  • Page 94 Standard value setting: Sensitivity test Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button Standard value setting button Sensitivity test button [Standard value setting: Sensitivity test] screen Number of loading points for measurement Measuring load 1 Measuring load 2 Back button Setting value Name Description...
  • Page 95 Report data Display settings: MENU key Calibration test/check button Settings button Report data button [Report data] screen Measurement location input Weight used input Back button Name Description Measurement location Input the measurement location. input Weight used input Input the weight used. Back button Returns to the previous screen.

  • Page 96: Filter Settings

    12. Filter Settings Display settings: MENU key Filter settings button [Filter settings] screen Name Setting value (setting range) Description You can set the level of the response to external Response FAST, MID. , SLOW characteristics disturbances that affect the balance. Sets the fluctuation range where the stabilization Stability ±1 d , ±2 d, ±3 d...

  • Page 97: System Settings

    13. System settings Display settings: MENU key System settings button [System settings] screen Name Description Display settings button Displays the [Display settings] screen. Displays the [IR sensor] settings screen. You can configure the settings regarding the sensitivity and IR sensors button opening/closing of the breeze break doors for the left and right IR sensors.
  • Page 98 Display settings Display settings: MENU key System settings button Display settings button [Display settings] screen Backlight brightness Auto power OFF Auto power ON Display refresh rate Back button Setting value (setting Name Description range) Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Backlight Selects the brightness of the backlight of the display.
  • Page 99 Returns to the previous screen. Settings in the red box are default values (factory settings). BA-T series analytical balances are equipped with IR sensors that allow operation without directly touching the balance display. At factory settings, the IR sensors on the left and right of the display are assigned to open and close the breeze break doors.
  • Page 100 Returns to the previous screen. Settings in the red box are default values (factory settings). BA-T series analytical balances are equipped with auto doors that allow you to open/close the breeze break without touching the doors. The positions of the breeze break auto doors are automatically detected by the IR sensors on the breeze break side surfaces.
  • Page 101 Buzzer Display settings: MENU key System settings button Buzzer button [Buzzer] settings screen Buzzer sound Back button Setting value Name Description (setting range) Selects ON/OFF for the built-in buzzer that sounds when a key is Buzzer sound OFF, operated or the state changes. Back button Returns to the previous screen.
  • Page 102 Communication Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button [Communication] screen Name Description Displays the [Data output] screen. You can select the output Data output button mode and configure the data to be added, output settings and command settings. Displays the [Data output settings] screen.
  • Page 103 Data output mode Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Data output button Data output mode button [Data output mode] screen Name Setting value (setting range) Description Selects the output timing for the selected Data output Key mode , Auto print mode, mode Stream mode, Interval output mode data.
  • Page 104 Data to be added Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Data output button Data to be added button [Data to be added] screen Setting value (setting Name Description range) OFF , ON Whether or not to add ID to the output data. Date OFF , ON Whether or not to add the date to the output data.
  • Page 105 Setting value (setting Name Description range) Pause between data OFF , 1.6 seconds Selects the pause between data outputs. outputs Auto feed OFF , 1 line Selects the line feed after data output. Sets the function to automatically set to zero after data Auto re-zero after data OFF , ON output...
  • Page 106 When a command controlling the balance is sent to the balance: If the balance cannot execute the command, it sends an error code (EC, Exx). If the balance can execute the command, it sends the AK code (acknowledgment, ASCII 06h). Command Description Turns the display on.
  • Page 107 GLP output Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Data output button GLP output button [GLP output] screen GLP output Clock to be used Back button Setting value Name Description (setting range) GLP output OFF , ON Change the setting to output GLP. Clock to be Balance internal clock , Sets the clock for GLP output.
  • Page 108 Output examples of sensitivity adjustment with the internal weight The GLP output when the sensitivity of the balance is adjusted using the internal weight is shown below. Clock to be used : Balance internal clock. Outputs data with the internal clock of the balance. Printer format (AD-8127) PC format (RsCom) Manufacturer...
  • Page 109 Outputting external device clock data (clock to be used: external device clock) By setting an external device clock for the clock to be used for outputting GLP/GMP data, you can use the clock data from an external device such as a personal computer or printer for the balance instead of the internal clock data.
  • Page 110 Output examples of sensitivity adjustment with an external weight The GLP output when the sensitivity of the balance is adjusted using an external weight is shown below. Clock to be used : Balance internal clock. Outputs data with the internal clock of the balance. Printer format (AD-8127) PC format (RsCom) Manufacturer...
  • Page 111 Output examples of calibration test with an external weight The GLP output when the weighing accuracy of the balance is checked using your own external weight is shown below. (No sensitivity adjustment is performed.) Clock to be used : Balance internal clock. Outputs data with the internal clock of the balance. Printer format (AD-8127) PC format (RsCom) Manufacturer...
  • Page 112 Title block and End block Application/Operation A “Title block” and “End block” can be added before and after a series of weighing values for data management. Pressing the GLP button outputs the "Title block" and "End block" alternately. Output method using the keys Step 1.
  • Page 113 RS-232C interface Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button RS-232C interface button [RS-232C interface] screen Baud rate Data bit, Parity bits RS-232C data format Back button Name Setting value (setting range) Description 600 bps, 1200 bps, 2400 bps , 4800 bps, Selects the baud rate for the serial Baud rate 9600 bps, 19200 bps, 38400 bps...
  • Page 114 USB interface Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button USB interface button [USB interface] screen USB device mode USB data format Format the USB flash drive button Back button Setting value Name Description (setting range) Quick USB , Selects the connection method when USB device mode USB Virtual COM...
  • Page 115 Wired LAN Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Wired LAN button [Wired LAN] screen Name Setting value (setting range) Description IP address Displays the IP address of the balance. Displays the subnet mask of the Subnet mask For setting values, contact your LAN balance.
  • Page 116 Bluetooth Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Bluetooth button [Bluetooth] screen Bluetooth mode Connection status Bluetooth data format Back button Name Setting value (setting range) Description You can change the communication Bluetooth keyboard mode, Bluetooth Bluetooth mode serial mode mode.
  • Page 117 Language Display settings: MENU key System settings button Language button [Language] screen Language Back button Name Setting value (setting range) Description Language Japanese, English , Selects the language used for the display. Back button Returns to the previous screen. Settings in the red box are default values (factory settings). ID number settings Display settings: MENU key System settings button...
  • Page 118 External input switch Display settings: MENU key System settings button External input switch button [External input switch settings] screen External input switch 1 External input switch 2 Back button Name Setting value (setting range) Description RE-ZERO / PRINT , External input switch 1 Open/close the right breeze break You can change the settings for the door, Open/close the left breeze...
  • Page 119 Balance status Display settings: MENU key Information button [Balance status] screen Balance information button Software version button History button Back button Name Description Balance information button Displays the [Balance information] screen. Software version button Displays the [Software version] screen. History button Displays the [History] screen.
  • Page 120 Software version Display settings: MENU key Information button Software version button [Software version] screen Touch screen Device Weight sensor Breeze break Back button Name Description Touch screen Device Display the software version of each function used for the balance. Weight sensor Breeze break Back button Returns to the previous screen.
  • Page 121 Log-in/log-out history Display settings: MENU key Information button History button Log-in/log-out history button [Log-in/log-out history] screen Name Description Time Displays the time when log-in/log-out operations were detected. User name Displays the user that performed the detected log-in/log-out operation. Displays the user level of the user that performed the log-in/log-out operation. Level 0: Operator 1: Supervisor...
  • Page 122 Operation history Display settings: MENU key Information button History button Operation history button In the Application screen, select the item number [Operation history] screen Name Description Time Displays the time when settings were changed. User name Displays the logged in user when the operation was detected. Item Displays the item for which settings were changed.
  • Page 123 Sensitivity adjustment history Display settings: MENU key Information button History button Sensitivity adjustment history button [Sensitivity adjustment history] screen Name Description Time Displays the time when sensitivity adjustment was performed. User name Displays the logged in user when the operation was detected. Item Displays the results detected by sensitivity adjustment.

  • Page 124: Underhook

    14. Underhook The built-in underhook is used for underhook weighing such as measurement of magnetic materials and the like. To use the underhook, open the cap on the bottom of the balance. Caution Do not apply excessive force to the underhook part. Do not open the cap unless necessary.

  • Page 125: Interface Specifications (Standard)

    15. Interface Specifications (Standard) RS-232C specifications Connector D-Sub 9-pin (male) Transmission system EIA RS-232C Transmission form Asynchronous, bi-directional, half duplex Transmission rate approx. 5 times/second (5.21 Hz), approx. 10 times/second (10.42Hz) Signal format Baud rate 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 bps Data bits 7 bits or 8 bits Parity...
  • Page 126 USB flash drive (USB host) In the BA-T series, you can connect a USB flash drive to the USB type A connector. You can save weighing data, etc. in the USB flash drive and import the data into Windows or macOS computers easily.
  • Page 127 When you want to remove the USB flash drive from the balance, be sure to press the button for removing the USB flash drive before doing so. Otherwise, data may not be written. To prevent unexpected data loss, use the USB flash drive dedicated for this balance and do not use it with other devices.
  • Page 128 Circuit diagram of external input terminals in the display unit External input terminals of the display unit RE-ZERO Display unit PRINT External input switch 1 RE-ZERO PRINT External input switch 2 Example of compatible plug Pin assignment Circuit diagram External view Description Pin 1 PRINT...
  • Page 129 Wired LAN specifications Connector RJ45 Protocol TCP/IP Display unit Wired LAN terminal To use the wired LAN terminal, you must select the setting value in the [Wired LAN] screen. Refer to “13.15. Wired LAN”. Settings in a red box are default values (factory settings). Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button...

  • Page 130: Connection With Peripheral Devices

    16. Connection with Peripheral Devices BA-T series analytical balances are equipped with an RS-232C connector and a mini-B USB connector that allow connection to peripherals, personal computers, PLCs, etc. Cables required to connect to peripheral devices The connection cables that match the interface used with the peripheral device are as follows.
  • Page 131 Data output method The operation of the balance can be changed by setting the function table to the settings suitable for the intended use. For details on the function table, refer to “13.7. Data output”. Display settings: MENU key System settings button Communication button Data output button [Data output] screen...
  • Page 132 Examples: Connecting multiple peripheral devices Printer and personal computer connection Table of settings by connection method Connection method Function table for the connection interface/connected device Interface Device Class Description Selects the data output mode suitable for the intended use (Common settings) and settings of the printer/personal computer Serial Selects the data output format suitable for the settings of the...

  • Page 133: Printing Weighing Value Data With A Printer

    17. Printing Weighing Value Data with a Printer Refer to the following setting examples for the printer settings and the balance's function table according to the printer to be used and the method of printing weighing data. For an AD-8127 multi-functional compact printer Printing only weighing value data Common settings for the balance when printing only weighing value data with the AD-8127 Item...
  • Page 134 Printing weighing value data with the ID number and timestamp using the clock/calendar function of the balance Common settings of the balance to print weighing value data and other information with the AD-8127 Item Description Data format DP format Settings of the balance to print weighing value data and other information with the AD-8127 Balance function table AD-8127 function table Printing method...
  • Page 135 Printing information other than weighing value data To print sensitivity adjustment/calibration test reports (GLP compliant output) or to perform output of the statistical calculation result calculated by the balance, change the setting of the printer to the dump print mode. Settings to print information other than weighing value data with the AD-8127 PRN .MODE Description...

  • Page 136: Connecting To A Personal Computer

    18. Connecting to a Personal Computer Quick USB mode The quick USB mode is a function where a balance connected to a personal computer with a USB cable and inputs the output of the balance directly to the software on the personal computer, such as Excel or Word.
  • Page 137 Virtual COM mode Virtual COM mode is a function where a balance connected to a personal computer with the included USB cable, creates a COM port on the personal computer and performs bidirectional communication. The supported OS is Windows 7 or later. When using the mode for the first time on a personal computer running anything other than Windows 10, it is necessary to install the dedicated driver on the personal computer.
  • Page 138 Data communication software WinCT (USB Virtual COM mode or RS-232C) WinCT is data communication software for Windows that allows you to easily receive data on your computer the weighing data of the balance. Use the Virtual COM mode via USB interface or the RS- 232C interface for the communication settings of the personal computer.

  • Page 139: Data Output

    19. Data Output Data output mode The timing of data output of the balance can be changed by using the [Data output mode] screen in the function table. You can configure the [Key mode], [Auto print mode], [Interval output mode] and [Stream mode] settings in the following screen.
  • Page 140 Stream mode Regardless of whether the stabilization indicator is on or not, the weighing value will be output at the display refresh rate. Caution Depending on the display refresh rate and baud rate, all data may not be transmitted unless the baud rate is increased.
  • Page 141 Weighing data format Selecting weighing data format You can select the output format for the RS-232C connection in the [RS-232C interface] screen. For configuration details, refer to “13.13. RS-232C interface”. MENU key System settings button Communication button RS-232C interface button In the [RS-232C interface] screen, select the output format.
  • Page 142 A&D standard format This is the standard format for sending data to peripheral devices. Consists of 16 characters (not including the terminator). The condition of the data is indicated with a 2-character header. The data is padded with polarity and zeros (filling the data’s higher order’s surplus part with zeros). If the data is zero, the polarity is positive.
  • Page 143 DP format (dump print) This format is suitable for dump printing. Consists of 16 characters (not including the terminator). The condition of the data is indicated with a 2-character header. The polarity sign is added right before the value if it is not an overload or zero. The data is zero-suppressed (leading zeros are replaced with spaces).
  • Page 144 MT format Used when connecting to devices manufactured by other companies. Note that there is no guarantee of compatibility. The length of data depends on the length of the unit. Has a two-character header. The data is zero-suppressed (leading zeros are replaced with spaces). Data Unit Terminator...
  • Page 145 CSV format The data part and unit part of the A&D standard format are separated by a separator ",". Outputs the unit even when overloaded. When the decimal comma (,) is set, a semicolon (;) will be used instead as a separator. Unit Terminator Header...
  • Page 146 Output examples of weighing data format 1.234567 When stable A&D -0.012345 When unstable A&D When overloaded (positive) A&D...
  • Page 147 When overloaded (negative) A&D Unit code Unit A&D ct stands for “carat” and mom stands for “momme”. ASCII code symbols CR : Carriage return, ASCII 0Dh LF : Line feed, ASCII 0Ah : Space, ASCII 20h TAB : Horizontal tab, ASCII 09h...
  • Page 148 Other data formats In addition to weighing data, various data can be added. Change the ON/OFF of each setting in the function table as necessary. ASCII code symbols : Carriage return, ASCII 0Dh : Space, ASCII 20h LF : Line feed, ASCII 0Ah Data number output When the statistical calculation function is used, the data number is output.
  • Page 149 Date Outputs the date from the clock data of the balance. The order of YYYY/MM/DD can be changed in the setting. Consists of 10 characters (not including the terminator). When the NU or NU2 format is selected with the Quick USB mode, " ." is output instead of " / ". Date Terminator Quick USB connection (outputting the numerical values only)

  • Page 150: Command

    20. Command By sending the specified commands from a personal computer or a PLC to the balance, it is possible to control the balance to perform "weighing data request", "key operations", "setting value change", etc. To send a command to the balance, add a terminator (CR LF or CR) to the command character string. You can set the terminator in the [Command settings] screen described in “13.11.
  • Page 151 Commands to preset the tare value Command Description Sets the preset tare value. Add the unit in the A&D standard format (3 characters). If the display unit is PCS or percent (%), set the value in gram. PT: . In the case of setting the preset tare value to 1.23456 g, the input will be PT:1.23456 Values exceeding the weighing capacity cannot be set.
  • Page 152 AK code and error codes When [AK (acknowledge), error code] is set to ON in the [Command settings] screen described in “13.11. Command settings”, the balance always responds to reception of all commands sent from a personal computer or a PLC. Checking the code that is responded improves the reliability of the communication.
  • Page 153 Command usage examples In the following command examples, [AK (acknowledge), error code] is set to ON in the [Command settings] screen described in “13.11. Command settings” so that the balance outputs an AK code (acknowledgment, ASCII 06h) when it processes the command successfully. ASCII code symbols : Carriage return, ASCII 0Dh...
  • Page 154 Example of weighing with tare function Personal computer side Time Balance side 0.000012 Before execution R command Command received AK C - - - - - - - - - Waiting for re-zero stability (processing) Process completed AK C Zero display Action: Place the container on the weighing pan.

  • Page 155: Error Codes

    21. Error Codes Error code list Error Display Error Code Description and possible countermeasure Communications error EC, E00 A protocol error occurred in communications. Check the format, baud rate, and parity. Undefined command error EC, E01 An undefined command was found. Check the transmitted command.
  • Page 156 Error Display Error Code Description and possible countermeasure Internal weight error Error 6 EC，E16 Applying the internal weight does not yield a change in the mass value as specified. Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and perform the operation from the beginning.
  • Page 157 Error Display Error Code Description and possible countermeasure Overload error Weighing display E A sample beyond the balance weighing capacity has been placed on the pan. Remove the object from the pan. Weighing pan error Weighing display -E The weighing value is too light. Check that the weighing pan is installed correctly.

  • Page 158: Ionizer (Ax-Ion-25)

    22. Ionizer (AX-ION-25) The AX-ION-25 ionizer removes static electricity by irradiating the target object with positive or negative ions that are generated from four discharge electrodes by DC corona discharge. Ordinarily, insulators such as powders, filters, or weighing paper, tend to be charged when the humidity is 45% RH or less, and an error of a few milligrams may occur during weighing.
  • Page 159 Maintaining the ionizer Caution: Do not touch electrode units while the ionizer is in operation. Doing so may result in electric shock. Dust and other substances adhere to the electrode needle area of the ionizer over time, degrading the static elimination capacity. To maintain the performance, clean the electrode needle on electrode units with a dry cotton swab, etc.

  • Page 160: Maintenance

    23. Maintenance Treatment of the balance When cleaning the balance, wipe it with a lint free cloth that is moistened with a little neutral detergent. Do not use organic solvents or chemical cleaning cloths to clean the balance. Do not disassemble the balance. When transporting the balance, use the packing material and box that the balance was contained at the time of purchase.
  • Page 161 Do you always press the RE-ZERO button before placing your sample on the weighing pan? Do you place your sample in the center of the weighing pan? Did you perform a sensitivity adjustment before weighing? Did you warm up the balance before weighing for at least an hour, or at least four hours for BA-6TE / BA-6DTE, with the AC adapter connected to the power supply? Sample and container Is the sample free from moisture absorption or evaporation due to the influence of ambient temperature...

  • Page 162: Specifications

    25. Specifications Common specifications Function BA-6TE, BA-6DTE :approx. 5 g Internal weight BA-225TE, BA-225DTE, BA-125DTE : approx. 100 g Ionizer (static eliminator) Detached type Sensitivity drift (10 °C to 30 °C) ±2 ppm/°C (Automatic sensitivity adjustment OFF) Operating environment 5 °C to 40 °C, 85%RH or less (no condensation) Measurement accuracy: Temperature ±1.5 °C, relative Environment sensor humidity ±10 %, barometric pressure ±10 hPa...
  • Page 163 Individual Specifications BA-6TE BA-6DTE 6.2 g Capacity 6.2 g 2.1 g 6.20008 g Maximum display 6.200084 g 2.100009 g 0.01 mg Readability 0.001 mg 0.001 mg Repeatability 0.01 mg (6 g) 0.0010 mg (1 g) Standard deviation 0.0030 mg (6 g) 0.0025 mg (1 g) (measuring point) ±0.02 mg...
  • Page 164 BA-225TE BA-225DTE BA-125DTE 220 g 120 g Capacity 220 g 51 g 51 g 220.0008 g 120.0008 g Maximum display 220.00084 g 51.00009 g 51.00009 g 0.1 mg 0.1 mg Readability 0.01 mg 0.01 mg 0.01 mg Repeatability 0.1 mg (200 g) 0.1 mg (100 g)
  • Page 165 (Unit: mm) Weighing unit/breeze break unit for BA-6TE / BA-6DTE Inside: 104 Opening: 106 Opening: 102 Inside: 64 Opening (inside): 67 Inside: 62 Opening: 46 Opening: 95 Weighing unit/Breeze break unit for BA-225TE / BA-225DTE / BA-125DTE Inside: 104 Opening: 106 Opening: 102 Inside: 132 Opening: 95...
  • Page 166 (Unit: mm) Display unit Ionizer (AX-ION-25)
  • Page 167 Peripherals AD-8127: Multi-functional compact printer Small dot impact printer that connects with the balance via the RS-232C interface. Receives and prints data output from the balance in dump printing mode. AD-1687: Environment logger A data logger equipped with four sensors for temperature, humidity, barometric pressure and vibration that can measure and store environmental data When connected to the RS-232C interface of the balance, the AD-1687 can store environmental data along with weighing data.
  • Page 168 AX-IR-SWITCH: IR switch An IR switch to connect to the ionizer. Aluminum analytical pans Sample containers for measuring minute amounts. Item name Description Item code Shape Aluminum analytical pans (large) φ15, 0.8 mL, 100 pcs AX-ROUND-PAN-L Aluminum analytical pans (medium) φ12, 0.3 mL, 100 pcs AX-ROUND-PAN-M Aluminum analytical pans (small)

  • Page 169: Compliance

    26. Compliance Compliance with FCC Rules This device contains transmitter module FCC ID: RYYEYSHCN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 170 MEMO...
  • Page 172 A&D Company Limited 3-23-14 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0013, JAPAN Telephone: [81] (3) 5391-6132 Fax: [81] (3) 5391-1566 A&D ENGINEERING, INC. 1756 Automation Parkway, San Jose, California 95131, U.S.A. Telephone: [1] (408) 263-5333 Fax: [1] (408)263-0119 A&D INSTRUMENTS LIMITED Unit 24/26 Blacklands Way, Abingdon Business Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire OX14 1DY United Kingdom Telephone: [44] (1235) 550420 Fax: [44] (1235) 550485 A&D AUSTRALASIA PTY LTD...

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