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321-56867-21A Sep. 2009 Electronic Balance Instruction Manual Name and Function of Components TW223L • TW323L • TW423L Installation TWC323L • TWC623L Weighing Outputting Weight Readings • • TX223L TX323L TX423L Selecting the Display TX2202L • TX3202L • TX4202L Ending Weighing TXC323L •...
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Shimadzu does not guarantee that the WindowsDirect communication function will operate without • problems on all PCs. Shimadzu will accept no responsibility for any trouble that arises as a result of using this function. You are recommended to back up all important data and programs in advance.
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While these models are of course capable of fast and accurate weighing, the TW/TX models all use the Unibloc cells that Shimadzu started using for electronic balances in 1989, and the TXB models use our unique, newly developed and robust load cells, improving the reliability of the balances still further.
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How to Find the Information You Need This manual allows you to search for a function or operating procedure in a number of ways. Search for the information by thumbing through the manual. "Cover index" Search for what you want to do. "What You Can Do", page 6 Search quickly for the menu option you want to use. "Menu Map", page 150 Search for information based on its order of appearance in the "Table of Contents", page 14...
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Example page Linked to the cover index (right-hand pages only) Index Notes Information to help use the balance correctly Reference Menu operation Explanation of terms Depiction of the display Continued on next page The symbol shown in the figure below appears at the head of the next page. The title of the previous page appears here.
What You Can Do This section lets you search for a method you would like to try or a function you want to know about. Various I want to weigh up to a fixed quantity by adding increments of the same sample (item to be weighed: weighing powder, liquid, etc.) a little at a time.
Calibration I want to adjust the balance so that it is very accurate after stabilization. Span Calibration and Adjustment page 5 I want to carry out calibration and output a record. Leaving a Record of Calibration page 67 I want to check the degree of drift in the balance's sensitivity.
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Continuing to use the balance with an abnormality could lead to fire or balance. an electric shock. Do not connect anything other than Do not use the balance peripheral devices specified by Shimadzu anywhere exposed to to the balance’s connector. Prohibitions explosive, combustible or Prohibitions If you do, the balance may stop working normally.
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Precautions on Use Avoid locations where the balance will be exposed to any of the following. Prohibitions You may not be able to obtain correct weight readings. Air flow from an air conditioner, ventilator, • door or window Extreme temperature changes • Vibration • Direct sunlight • Dust, electromagnetic waves or a magnetic •...
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This Declaration of Conformity is valid only for models that bear the CE mark on the main body of the balance.
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Electromagnetic Compatibility Descriptions in this section apply to all models: TW , TX , TXB series This product complies with European standard EN55022 : 2006 , class B for electromagnetic interference (Emissions) and minimum requirement for electromagnetic susceptibility (Immunity). EN55022 Emissions (Electromagnetic Interference) This is a class B product.
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The controls implemented as a result of security related requirements are intended to result in trusted records. Shimadzu CLASS-Balance Agent Shimadzu provides a means for compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 with Shimadzu CLASS-Balance Agent software, part of a comprehensive laboratory data management system, Shimadzu CLASS Agent.
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They will advise you regarding the equipment take-back. With your co-operation we are aiming to reduce contamination from waste electronic and electrical equipment and preserve natural resource through re-use and recycling. Do not hesitate to ask Shimadzu service representative, if you require further information. WEEE Mark...
BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components TW/TX Series The TW/TX Series comprises toploading electromagnetic balances with UniBloc weighing mechanism. Main body Windbreak (included with small pan models only) Even a slight breeze may affect Place the object to be weighed measurement, so the windbreak here.
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TXB Series The TXB Series comprises load cell type toploading balances that can be powered by batteries as well as AC power. Main body Level Menu operation keys Indicates the level of the Used to specify function balance. settings and menu operations. (^ page 2) (^ page 29) Display panel...
BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components Numeric value / Symbol display Operation keys Unit display area Menu operation keys menu display area area ∗1 With the TXB series, is provided. ∗1 Operation Keys During Weighing During Menu Operation Press and Hold for About Press Once and Release ... 3 Seconds ... Switch between the operation Suspends calibration / [BREAK] and standby modes numerical value entry.
Display Panel Display Name Description See: Lights up when the power supply voltage is low, for example Battery symbol Page 33 when the battery voltage is low. Zero tracking symbol Lit when the zero tracking function is set ON. Page 71 Page 57 Weight symbol...
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BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Choosing the Installation Site The measuring performance of the balance is greatly influenced by the environment where it is installed. Observe the following points to ensure safe and accurate weighing. ! Caution Do not use the balance anywhere exposed to explosive, combustible or corrosive gases.
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Precautions on Use Avoid locations where the balance will be exposed to any of the following. Extreme temperature changes Prohibitions • Vibration from surroundings or nearby • equipment Direct sunlight • Dust, electromagnetic waves or a • magnetic field Install the balance on a strong and stable flat table or floor. Placing the balance in an unstable site could lead to injury or trouble with the balance.
BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Unpacking and Delivery Inspection The items packed will differ depending on the model of balance ordered. Check that all of the items indicated below are included in the package, and that nothing has been damaged. The numbers in the boxes [ ] indicate the quantity of each item.
TXB Series (large pan model) TXB Series (small pan model) TXB***1L, TXB***0L TXB**2L, TXB**1L Balance main body [1] Pan [1] Balance main body [1] Pan [1] Pan supporter [1] Pan ring [1] Pan supporter [1] Pan ring [1] Instruction manual [1] Menu map sheet [1] ...
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BEFORE WEIGHING Installation TW/TX Series (small pan model) TW**3L, TX**3L TW/TX Series (carat model) TWC**3L, TXC**3L Underplate Underplate Fit the underplate. Open the glass door and insert the underplate slowly while tilting it. Be careful not to knock against the surroundings. Fit the pan ring.
Place the pan supporter. Pan supporter Pan supporter Place the pan on the pan supporter. Align the two pan notches with the left and right on the balance main body. Adjusting the Level of the Balance The level of this balance is maintained by three-point support involving a single fixed foot at center rear on the underside of the main body and two level screws on left and right at the front of the underside of the main body.
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BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Adjust the two level screws at the front so that the air bubble in the level becomes centered in the left/right direction. At this stage it doesn't matter if the air bubble isn't centered in the front/rear direction. Turn the front right level screw clockwise.
Turning the Power ON Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the back of the balance. Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (with the TXB series, press The display will automatically go through the changes indicated below, ending with the OFF display.
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BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Using batteries (TXB Series only) Remove the pan and pan supporter. Pan supporter Pan supporter Caution Pan ring Pan ring Do not remove the pan ring. Attempting to do so could break it. Prohibitions The pan ring protects the weighing mechanism when the balance is turned over.
Press The whole display will light up momentarily, then the gram display will be shown. (the battery symbol) lights up at this point, the probable cause is that the battery voltage is low. Replace the batteries with new ones. If you are not going to use the balance for a long time (a month or longer)… In order to prevent damage by liquid leakage from the batteries, remove them from the battery compartment.
BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Performing Span Calibration Always perform span calibration for a balance after moving it. Weights are required for span calibration of the TX and TXB series. For details on weights, see "About Weights" (^ page 134). Before performing span calibration, warm up the balance in advance.
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Caution If calibration doesn't end normally and the balance stops, do not move it nor Instructions leave it as it is. Moving the balance in such a condition may cause failure because the internal weight is not held correctly. Before moving the balance, be sure to turn the power on and start it up correctly (so that the internal weight is correctly held).
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BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Enter the weight value. ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 If necessary, change the weight value to match the weight that will be used for calibration.
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With models that feature the windbreak Place the calibration weight on the pan. Open the glass door in the windbreak, place the weight on the pan, and shut the glass door again. Wait until the flashing weight value display changes to a flashing zero. Shut the glass door fully.
USING THE BALANCE Weighing Enter the weighing mode. What is the weighing mode? The balance is in the state where it indicates the units (for example grams) of the weight on the pan. To establish the weighing mode, follow the steps below depending on the current status of the balance.
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If an indication like "OL" or "-OL" appears during measurement… "Responding to Messages" (^ page 137). With models that feature the windbreak Place a container on the pan. Open the glass door in the windbreak, place the container on the pan and shut the glass door again. With the TXC323L and TXC623L, the pan with grip supplied as a standard accessory can be used.
When the GLP output function (^ page 142) is set to ON, the following information is output. • Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name TX323L Balance serial number D465412345 Balance ID 300.000g...
Selecting the Display Switching Units You can display different units from among those set to be available. Press in the weighing mode. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 Repeatedly pressing this key will cycle you through the registered units. When the balance is shipped from the factory, the only unit registered is grams (for TWC**3L 0.
USING THE BALANCE Selecting the Display Selecting the Decimal Point Display Symbol The decimal point can be displayed as either "." (a period) or "," (a comma). Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select decimal point display setting.
Ending Weighing Turning the Power OFF Establish the weighing mode. ^ "Weighing", page 38 Press If the status described below is not established, press again. With the TW/TX Series… (the ready symbol) will light and the standby mode will be established. Normally, leave the balance on standby in this state until the next weighing.
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USING THE BALANCE Ending Weighing ! Caution While [WAIT] or [SET] is displayed, on no account disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the batteries. There is a risk that data in the scale will be corrupted. Prohibitions...
MENU SETTINGS What Is the Menu? With the TW/TX/TXB series, the menu is used to efficiently select the right functions for the user's application. The Structure of the Menu The menu is divided into five groups according to the setting made. Menu Group Description Used to set the application function mode, comparator, stability adjustment, etc.
Menu Map The menu map represents the organization of the menu options graphically to make it easy to understand. It is useful for quickly accessing the menu option you want to use. For more on the menu map, see "Menu Map"...
MENU SETTINGS Basic Menu Operations Open the target menu from the weighing mode. The method used to open a menu option differs depending on the group. For details on the methods used for menu opening from each group, see "The Structure of the Menu"...
Entering Numerical Values Numerical values sometimes have to be entered for menu settings, for example the weight value of a calibration weight, condition values for operating functions, the balance ID, passwords, etc. Operations of the operation keys Operation Key Operation During Numerical Value Entry Confirms the entered numerical value Increases the value of the digit to be entered (the flashing digit) Pressing this key while the decimal point is flashing shifts the decimal point to the left.
MENU SETTINGS Entering Numerical Values Press twice. ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 The numerical value of the second digit from the left decreases two times, so that it changes from "2"...
Convenient Functions for Menu Setting Returning to the Default Settings (Menu Reset) If you want to return the menu settings to the default settings, reset the menu. The default settings are indicated by asterisks in the menu map (^ page 150) and on the menu map sheet.
MENU SETTINGS Convenient Functions for Menu Setting Prohibiting Changes to the Menu Settings (Menu Lock) In order to ensure that the menu settings are not changed by mistake, the person managing the balance controls the password and can prohibit menu operation. The default password is "9999".
On confirmation, the menu setting information During output the communication symbol is lit. During output the communication symbol is lit. is output to the PC or printer. On completion of output, the balance returns to weighing mode. SHIMADZU CORP. SHIMADZU CORP.
CALIBRATION In order to weigh accurately with an electronic balance, the balance must be calibrated after it has been moved or if the room temperature has changed substantially. You are also advised to carry out calibration routinely (before use every day). Before Starting Calibration…...
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Example of registering a "calibration check using the internal weight" ! ! I . T ! E ! S ! T ! ! I . T ! E ! S ! T [CAL. E XE] [I. T EST] Example of registering a "calibration check using the external weight" ! ! E .
CALIBRATION Span Calibration and Adjustment Adjust to achieve correct balance sensitivity using either the internal weight (TW only) or the external weight. Set the relevant "span calibration" in in advance by following the procedure in "Before Starting Calibration …" (^ page 54). (As the default setting, "span calibration using the internal weight" is set for TW, and "span calibration using the external weight"...
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Caution If calibration doesn't end normally and the balance stops, do not move it nor Instructions leave it as it is. Moving the balance in such a condition may cause failure because the internal weight is not held correctly. Before moving the balance, be sure to turn the power on and start it up correctly (so that the internal weight is correctly held).
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CALIBRATION Span Calibration and Adjustment Enter the calibration weight value. ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 If necessary change the weight value displayed to match the weight that will be used for calibration.
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With models that feature the windbreak Place the weight on the pan. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 Open the glass door in the windbreak, place the weight on the pan, and shut the glass door again.
CALIBRATION Calibration Check This means checking for drift in the sensitivity of the balance by using the internal weight (TW only) or the external weight. Set "calibration check" for in advance by following the procedure in "Before Starting Calibration …" (^ page 54).
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If "ERR C" is displayed… The calibration check has failed for one of the reasons given below. There is too large a discrepancy between the zero point of the balance and the sensitivity. A container has been placed on the pan.
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CALIBRATION Calibration Check E.TEST Calibration check using the external weight Press in the weighing mode. ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 (the weight symbol) will light up and the value of the weight that should be placed on the pan will flash.
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With models that feature the windbreak... After placing a weight on the pan or removing a weight from the pan, check that the glass door is fully shut. If "ERR C" is displayed… Calibration check has failed for one of the reasons given below.
CALIBRATION Calibration of the Internal Weight (TW Only) In the TW series, the weight for calibration is built in. The internal weight itself is calibrated on shipment from the factory, but it is possible to recalibrate it using external weights. This is called P.CAL For the range of values for the external weights that can be used, refer to "Specifications"...
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If necessary, enter a weight value. ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 If no change is to be made, proceed to step without doing anything.
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CALIBRATION Calibration of the Internal Weight (TW Only) Take the calibration weight off the ! P . C ! A ! L ! 3 ! P . C ! A ! L ! 3 pan. Open the glass door of the windbreak, take the weight off the pan, and close the glass door.
Leaving a Record of Calibration You can leave a record of execution of calibration and set an ID for a balance to facilitate management of multiple balances. Example Printout of a Calibration Record You can output a record of execution of calibration to a PC or printer (option). The WindowsDirect communication function (^ page 111) is useful for output to a PC.
CALIBRATION Leaving a Record of Calibration Setting Output of a Calibration Record Output of the calibration record can be set by turning the GLP output function (^ page 142) ON and OFF. Press for about 3 seconds. This opens the calibration menu. Select the GLP output function.
Setting a Balance ID When managing multiple balances, you can set a four-digit management number (ID) for each balance which will be indicated as part of calibration records output. Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select setting of a balance ID.
FUNCTIONS RELATING TO TARING The TX/TXB series has the following functions relating to the zero point and taring. Make use of these functions in accordance with the weighing environment and the application. Zero / Taring Functions Zero tracking function Auto zero function Fluctuations in the zero point that occur Drift of the zero point that occurs as a result of immediately after turning the power ON and as a material left on the pan after measurement is...
Zero Tracking Function When the zero tracking function is set, when the indication is zero (including when taring is performed) the fluctuations in the zero point that occur immediately after turning the power ON and due to temperature changes and other factors are compensated for and the zero indication is maintained. (In the default setting the zero tracking function is ON.) Check (the zero tracking symbol)
FUNCTIONS RELATING TO TARING Auto Zero Function When the auto zero function is set, any drift of the zero point that occurs as a result of material left on the pan after weighing is automatically compensated for so that zero is displayed. Note that the auto zero function cannot be used in combination with formulation.
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Auto zero range value The auto zero range value is only effective in the units that are displayed when the value is entered. If other units are later selected, change (update) the setting for the zero range value by following the procedure from step while these new units are displayed.
FUNCTIONS RELATING TO TARING Auto Tare Function When the auto tare function is set, the balance is automatically tared after the weight reading has been output, and the indication at that point is set to zero. Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the zero / taring menu.
Zero / Tare Timing Change Function The zero / tare timing change function allows you to select whether setting of the zero point / taring is executed without waiting for (the stability mark) to light up, or after waiting for (the stability mark) to light up after pressing This function can also be applied to operations under the auto zero function and the auto tare function.
ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY The response and stability of the balance can be adjusted in several ways in accordance with the installation environment (degree of vibration and so on) and the weighing application (whether solid objects / clumps or poured liquids / powders are being weighed). Stability: The degree to which the weight reading is stable, with little fluctuation •...
Selecting the Weighing Mode TW/TX/TXB series balances have the following two types of weighing mode. Set the right mode in advance depending on the environment of use and the weighing application. Selecting the General Weighing Mode This is the fundamental mode in which response and stability are given equal emphasis. Press in the weighing mode.
ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY Easy Setting of Response and Stability During weighing, the response and stability of the weighing mode can be adjusted in stages in accordance with the installation environment and the weighing application. The TW/TX/TXB series balances feature excellent response and stability, but since response and stability are generally antagonistic, if one is prioritized it will to some extent weaken the characteristics of the other.
Adjusting the Stability Mark The stability mark is a symbol ( ) that is displayed when it is determined that the weight reading has stabilized. The following settings adjust conditions for lighting up of (the stability mark). Stability detection range • Stability mark lighting timing •...
ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY Adjusting the Stability Mark Select the value for the stability ! ! ! ! 1 ! 0 ! D ! ! ! ! 1 ! 0 ! D detection range. (stability detection range that you wish to select) Select the stability detection range from among the following options depending on the...
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Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select setting of (the stability ! ! S ! T ! B . M ! K ! ! S ! T ! B . M ! K mark) lighting timing. [TOOLS] [PARAM.
SETTING UNITS TW/TX/TXB series balances can be made to indicate weights in units other than the basic units of grams by switching units with the key in the weighing mode. You must register the units you will require in advance. On shipment from the factory, the only unit registered is g (grams) (for the TWC**3L and TXC**3L, it is g and ct only).
Selecting Units to Display Select and set the units you require to display so that they can be called up by pressing during weighing operation. For details on user-specified units, see "Setting User-Specified Units" (^ page 84). Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode.
SETTING UNITS Setting User-Specified Units Conversion Factors Numerical values (multipliers) by which the weight reading (in grams) is multiplied can be set without restriction. Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. Check the presence or absence of the Check the presence or absence of the This opens the unit setting menu.
Calculation formula for the conversion factor If we take the conversion factor to be "k" the formula is as follows. "k" × value in gram units = balance weight reading (user-specified units) Return to the weighing mode. Press to call up the user- ! ! ! 0 .
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Application Function Mode You can choose one of the three modes indicated below to suit the application. Percentage Piece counting Formulation weighing You can set the unit weight You can measure weights This mode is convenient of the sample (item to be as a percentage of a when mixing a number of weighed) and then "count"...
Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) You can set the unit weight (weight of a single piece) of the item in advance and then display the number of pieces in the sample. The unit weight is recorded by placing a sample on the pan that comprises the "number of pieces used for setting".
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APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) Select the item number. ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E (Item number: select from [SAMPLE] Five different unit weight settings Five different unit weight settings...
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Place the container on the pan and press The balance will be tared. Put a quantity of the item to be counted corresponding to the selected "number of pieces used for setting" into the container. Check that (the stability ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 mark) lights up, then confirm.
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) Counting Numbers of Pieces Enter the piece counting mode ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 If you have returned to the weighing mode (mode where grams or other units are displayed) from the piece counting mode, then press The piece counting symbol will light up.
Changing a Unit Weight, or Adding a New Unit Weight Establish the piece counting mode. ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 While the weighing mode (mode where grams or other units are displayed) is established, press to switch to the application function mode.
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing In this mode the weight of the sample is converted to a percentage of the reference weight. The following two setting methods are available for percentage weighing. The reference weight is set as 100%. 100% Reference Specific Percentage The reference weight is set as a percentage value of your choice.
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When setting the reference as 100%… Select the 100% reference. ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E [SAMPLE] [SET] (Check the indication.) ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! ! S ! E ! T ! The indication differs depending on whether a reference value has already been set or not.
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APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing When setting the reference as a percentage of your choice… Select the specific percentage ! O ! P ! T ! I ! O ! N ! O ! P ! T ! I ! O ! N reference.
What to do if…. It is not possible to use a reference weight such that the weight corresponding to 100% is less than 100 times the minimum indication of the balance. Weighing Percentages Establish the percentage weighing ! ! 1 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! ! 1 ! 0 ! 0 .
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Formulation This function is useful when mixing multiple components together by weight, according to a formula. Use this function while the printer is connected to a printer or PC. The weight of each component is measured and output or added, and on completion of the formulation the gross weight is output.
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When the GLP output function (^ page 14) is set to ON… The balance ID (^ page 144) other information is printed. Insert the component into the ! ! ! 0 . 3 ! 2 ! 5 ! ! ! 0 . 3 ! 2 ! 5 container.
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The gross weight of the components weighed up to that point is displayed for On pressing about 2 seconds. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name D465412345 Balance serial number...
Outputting Component Numbers The numbers for each component are automatically assigned to the output results. Press in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode. This opens the main menu. If the ready to weigh status is not established…...
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Formulation Outputting the Gross Weight The gross weight for a formulation weighing operation is output at the same time it is displayed. The gross weight is output together with the printed indication: "TOTAL =". Press in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode.
COMPARATOR FUNCTION The comparator function performs a comparison between the weight reading and a reference value or target value and displays the status of this comparison. Comparator Function You can select and use either of these modes according to the environment of use and application. Target mode Checkweighing mode After setting a target value and a tolerance After setting the threshold values at the range with respect to that target value, upper and lower limits of the pass range, excesses and deficits in relation to the target...
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Enter the target value and the tolerance range with respect to the target value. ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 49 When entering the target value: [TG. V AL] ! ! T ! G . V ! A ! L ! ! T ! G . V ! A ! L (Enter the target value.) [SET] When entering the tolerance range with...
COMPARATOR FUNCTION Checkweighing Mode Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Check the presence or absence of the Check the presence or absence of the stability mark. stability mark. Select the checkweighing mode. ! C ! H ! E ! C ! K . W ! C ! H ! E ! C ! K .
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To enter the checkweighing range lower limit value: (Enter the checkweighing range [UND. R NG] ! U ! N ! D . R ! N ! G ! U ! N ! D . R ! N ! G lower limit value.) [SET] To enter the checkweighing range upper limit value: (Enter the checkweighing range...
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES With TW/TX/TXB series balances, weight readings, settings and other data can be output to a personal computer or a printer. This section describes some convenient functions relating to output, and how to connect the balance to a PC or printer (option).
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Select the auto print function. A! U ! T ! O . P ! R ! N A! U ! T ! O . P ! R ! N [APL. P RN] [AUTO. P RN] Check the presence or absence of Check the presence or absence of the stability mark.
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Return to the weighing mode. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 When the setting is made, the auto When the setting is made, the auto print symbol lights up.
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Change the setting. ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF settings. [SET] ! S ! E ! Q . P ! R ! N ! S ! E ! Q .
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CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Return to the weighing mode. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 When OFF is set for "MANU" in step continuous output starts.
120), not the WindowsDirect function. A dedicated tool is required in order to run the WindowsDirect communication function with Windows Vista. For details, contact your Shimadzu representative. Setting the Function Making the settings at the balance ...
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CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES WindowsDirect Communication Function There are four types of output data format. Indication Output Data Format If you have selected a format with Numerical value + [ENTER] WIN| [ENTER] appended… Numerical value, unit symbol WIN|. U + [ENTER] In some Windows applications, ENTER may cause the current window to close.
Making the settings at the PC As an example, the settings made with Windows XP are explained here. Turn on the power to the PC Click [start] (→ [Settings]) → [Control Panel]. Click [Accessibility Options] in the Control Panel. The [Accessibility Options] screen will be displayed.
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CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES WindowsDirect Communication Function Clicks [Settings]. The [Settings for SerialKeys] dialog box will be displayed. Select the serial port to be used for the connection with the balance and set the baud rate to "300". Click [OK].
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Checking operation Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (with the TXB series, press The balance's self check display (^ page will be shown. ! ! O ! F ! F When [OFF] is displayed, press with the TXB series) ! ! ! 0 .
If the WindowsDirect communication function doesn't run properly, check the following points. If this doesn't resolve the problem, contact your Shimadzu representative. WindowsDirect communication has been set but it is not operating at all. Check the type of communications cable used for the connection (Shimadzu authorized part or another part available on the general market) and the soundness of the connection.
Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Caution Use a correctly connected cable. The connection method and special accessory RS-232C cable described below do not guarantee Instructions normal operation with all types of PC. When using the WindowsDirect communication function, see "WindowsDirect Communication Function" (^ page 111).
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Data Format The details of the data format when standard setting 1 (MODE. 1 ) or data format 2 (DF. 2 ) in the user settings has been selected in the communication settings (^ page 125) are given below.
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When the data length is longer than the standard When outputting data with stability information included A code representing S or U is appended at the Position Position head of the data. ASCII code ASCII code Accordingly, the data length is increased by one byte.
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Command Codes Commands whose final character is a numeral, a letter of the alphabet, or a symbol other than "=" Each command code is sent to the balance with a delimiter appended at the end Example 1: P R I N T (C / R) This is the same as pressing...
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Echo-back commands A character string comprising N characters following an echo-back command "{" or "}" and terminated by a delimiter is resent unchanged from the balance (provided unprocessed commands do not remain in the balance's receive buffer, and N ≤ 30). Example 5: After receiving this command, the balance outputs A B C D E F G 1 2 3 4 5 (C/R).
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CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Application weighing Command Function Cancels application weighing mode setting Piece counting PCSo Sets the piece counting (PCS) mode o: 1 to 5 mode numbers UWo = XX.XXX Sets the unit weight XX.XXX : Setting value Reads the unit weight* XXX : Reference number of...
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Commands relating to calibration Command Function ECAL Starts external calibration Sets the reference weight value (W ref) for ECAL.W = XXX.XXX XXX.XXX: Setting value calibration ETEST Starts an external calibration check ICAL Executes calibration with the internal weight ITEST Executes a calibration check with the internal weight Commands relating to zero / taring Command Function...
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a Printer TW/TX/TXB series balances can be connected to the following electronic printers (available as options). EP-80 electronic printer • Outputting to a printer while EP-90 electronic printer • simultaneously using the WindowsDirect communication function… This is possible with the EP-80 and EP-90 electronic printers.
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Communication Settings Standard Settings (MODE) Make a selection from the setting combinations "MODE1" to "MODE4". Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the output menu. Select communication setting. C! O ! M ! M .
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Make the communication settings according to your own requirements. Set the following items as necessary. Setting the baud rate (communication speed) (Select the baud [BPS] ! ! ! ! B ! P ! S ! ! ! ! B ! P ! S rate.) [SET] Indication...
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Data format 3 Data format 4 Free format This is This is an This is the This is the This is a format that Shimadzu's expansion of same format as same format allows the leading standard the data format used by Mettler...
Output Timing Change Function Data can be set to output without waiting for detection of stability (immediate output), or to output only after detecting stability (output after stability), when is pressed. Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the output menu. Select the output timing change ! P ! R ! I ! N ! T .
MAINTENANCE Maintaining the Balance Caution Before starting maintenance on the balance, disconnect the AC adapter from the power outlet. If you carry out maintenance with the AC Instructions adapter left plugged into the power outlet, you may sustain an electric shock. Main body Wipe over with a soft cloth moistened with a little neutral...
Removing the Glass Door With small pan models of the TW/TX series of balances, the glass door can be removed to clean the door rails. Caution Handle the glass door with due care. Take care when handling the glass door so as not to crack it. •...
MAINTENANCE Inspection Since the balance may develop error due to its application and environment of use, it must undergo both daily and periodic inspections in order to properly maintain its required performance and functions. However, since the management standards governing the content of these inspections (methods, judgment criteria, etc.) will differ depending on the purpose of use, management goals, they must be determined by the customer.
Periodic Inspections Periodic inspections are inspections that are performed periodically (for example once a year). The content of periodic inspections must cover all aspects including performance and functions. An overview is given below. Overview of Periodic Inspection [Reference Example] Once a year Frequency of inspection Any day during the established month Inspection...
MAINTENANCE About Weights In order to establish and maintain the performance of the balance, weights must be used to accurately adjust the balance's scale, and to check its adjustment. With the TW/TX/TXB series balances, weights are used when performing calibration (^ page 54) and inspections (^ page 132) in the environment in which the balance is actually used.
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Selecting the calibration weights to be used Now you must select the "indicated weight" of the weight to be used (how many grams it should be). The weights of weights are set with the smallest at 1 mg and progressing in the sequence 1 mg, 2 mg, 5 mg, ...
TROUBLESHOOTING What to Do If…. Symptom Probable Cause(s) Countermeasure See: The power cable is disconnected. Check the power supply Nothing is displayed on The main switch on the and voltage and make the Page 145 the display panel. distribution panel is off. connections correctly.
ERR H or internal weight mechanism the power back ON. If the same Page 31 (TW series only). message is still displayed, (Hardware error) contact your Shimadzu There is an error in the internal representative. system data. Press...
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Turning the Power ON and OFF Auto Power-Off Function When the auto power-off function is turned on, the liquid crystal display will go fully off or the power will be shut off automatically if there is no weighing or key operation during the set time. TW/TX series: The liquid crystal display goes fully off.
Setting the Startup Display Select the startup display from one of the three following types. After the power is turned on, the balance proceeds automatically to the weighing Weighing mode mode. After the power is turned on, the balance stops with the "OFF display". When any of the keys is pressed during the OFF display the balance automatically proceeds OFF display to the all segments lit display and then to he weighing mode.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Backlight ON/OFF (TXB Only) This setting can only be made with TXB series balances (with the TW/TX series, the backlight is ON all the time). Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select the backlight. ! ! B ! C . L ! I ! T ! ! B ! C .
Changing the Password To execute menu reset (^ page 51), to set or cancel menu lock (^ page 52), or to execute calibration of the internal weight (^ page 64), you have to input a password. "9999" is set as the default password, but this can be changed by following the procedure below. Press in the weighing mode.
On turning the GLP output function ON, you can add the balance ID and other information to the calibration record (^ page 67) and weight reading outputs. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name TX323L Balance serial number D465412345...
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Change the setting. ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF settings. [SET] ! G ! L ! P . O ! U ! T ! G ! L ! P .
FOR YOUR INFORMATION GLP Output Function Setting a Balance ID When managing multiple balances, by setting a four-digit management number (ID) and turning the GLP output function ON, you can add the balance ID to calibration records (^ page 67) and weight reading outputs.
Specifications TW/TX Series TWC323L TWC623L TW223L TW323L TW423L Model Name TX2202L TX3202L TX4202L TXC323L TXC623L TX223L TX323L TX423L 320 ct 620 ct Weighing capacity 220 g 320 g 420 g 2200 g 3200 g 4200 g (64 g) (124 g) Minimum 0.001 ct...
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Specifications TXB Series Model Name TXB222L TXB422L TXB622L TXB2201L Weighing capacity 220 g 420 g 620 g 2200 g Minimum indication 0.01 g 0.1 g Range of external weights 100 - 220 g 100 - 420 g 100 - 620 g 1000 - 2200 g for calibration Repeatability...
Maintenance Parts TW/TX Series Maintenance parts list Part Name Part Number (P/N) Remarks Pan (large pan) 321-64587 Pan (small pan) 321-41418-10 Pan (carat) 321-41225 TW/TX series for carat use Pan with grip 321-41906-01 TW/TX series for carat use Pan ring 321-41205-11 TW/TX series for carat use Pan supporter (small pan) 321-64589 Pan supporter (carat)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Maintenance Parts TXB Series Maintenance parts list Part Name Part Number (P/N) Remarks Pan (large pan) 321-63871 Pan (small pan) 321-41418-10 Pan supporter (large pan) 321-63873 Pan supporter (small pan) 321-63835 Pan ring (large) 321-63830 Pan ring (small) 321-63831 Battery cover 321-63838 Optional...
List of Functions That Can Be Used in Combination A correspondence table for application functions, comparator functions and output functions is shown below. It shows whether functions can be used in combination with each other or not. Application Function Mode Comparator Output Functions WindowsDirect...
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Menu Map The menu map represents the organization of the menu options graphically to make it easy to understand. It is useful for quickly accessing the menu option you want to use. For details on the organization of the menu settings and the method of operation of the menu, see "3.
Main Menu Press in the weighing mode. STAND General weighing mode ^ P. 77 Pouring mode POURING ^ P. 77 WIN| WIN|. U WIN- WIN-. U ^ P. 111 WindowsDirect communication function Zero tracking function Z. T RC ^ P. 71 APL.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Menu Map Data Output Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. WIN| WIN|. U WIN- WIN-. U ^ P.111 WindowsDirect communication function APL. P RN AUTO. P RN LD. . On Ld LD. U L. Z On -0Ld Z.
Unit Setting Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. UNIT- ^ P. 83 Other units cannot be selected in some countries due to legal restrictions. #1: mg cannot be selected on models whose UNIT- minimum indication is 10 mg or greater. #2 kg cannot be selected on the TWC***L and UNIT- TXC***L.
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