Rice Lake TP Series Technical Manual

Rice Lake TP Series Technical Manual

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TP Series Balance
Tuning Fork Precision Electronic Balance
Technical Manual
November 20, 2017
PN 107251 Rev B

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  • Page 1 TP Series Balance Tuning Fork Precision Electronic Balance Technical Manual November 20, 2017 PN 107251 Rev B...
  • Page 2 All information contained within this publication is, to the best of our knowledge, complete and accurate at the time of publication. Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserves the right to make changes to the technology, features, specifications and design of the equipment without notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NTEP Sealing and Operation ................28 Technical training seminars are available through Rice Lake Weighing Systems.
  • Page 4 TP Series Balance Rice Lake continually offers web-based video training on a growing selection of product-related topics at no cost. Visit www.ricelake.com/webinars Visit our website www.ricelake.com...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Adapt to any type of standard with the ability to weigh in 12 different measurement units. The compact and manageable size of the TP Series balance is suitable for even the most limited of space. A footprint smaller than a sheet of paper makes it perfect for crowded work environments.
  • Page 6: Safety

    Do not operate or work on this equipment unless this manual has been read and all instructions are understood. Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death. Contact any Rice Lake Weighing Systems dealer for replacement manuals.
  • Page 7: Tuning Fork Precision Electronic Balance

    Measurement Pan TP-820, 1200: 170 mm x 140 mm TP-2200, TP-12K: 180 mm x 160 mm Adjusters Square Pan – One on each corner Square Pan Type Figure 1-1. Component Locations © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 8: Lcd Indicator Display

    TP Series Balance LCD Indicator Display Figure 1-2. LCD Symbols Display Description Grams → 0← Zero point Tare being subtracted → T← Indication of stable balance (if the light is off, the balance is unstable) Balance powered up (lights up when the power is turned off) or data transmitted...
  • Page 9: Operating Keys

    Brief press – Selects a value with the value input method when using the limit function. Brief press – Selects a function when operating the balance in the function mode. Zero/Tare Zero Table 1-3. Operation Keys © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 10: Assembly

    TP Series Balance Assembly Use the following steps to assemble a TP Series Balance. 1. Mount the pan base on the main unit of the balance and place the measurement pan on top of it. Be sure to mount the pan base in the correct direction as illustrated.
  • Page 11 Assembly Use caution when turning the feet on the square-pan model to prevent them from lifting up. CAUTION 7. Connect the AC adapter to the balance. Figure 2-4. Connect AC Adapter © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 12: Operation

    TP Series Balance Operation Note Key representations may differ depending on whether the NTEP or non-NTEP version of the scale is in use. Basic Startup Once the AC adapter is connected to the balance, displays. Press . The display section lights up and the balance is ready for operation.
  • Page 13: Counting

    If samples to be counted widely deviate in weight, or a higher measure of accuracy is desired, it is recommended Note that users change the sampling number to a larger value. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved 9...
  • Page 14: Increasing The Counting Accuracy (Memory Update Method)

    TP Series Balance 5. Count the samples carefully and load them in the center of the measurement pan. 6. Press . The balance saves the unit weight and reverts to measurement mode. Key Points of the Procedure • The value indication turns off and M flashes to indicate that memory saving is underway when samples are being saved.
  • Page 15: Measuring

    1. Connect the dedicated AC adapter to the balance. 2. Turn off the balance. 3. Charge the battery for approximately 12 hours, with the power switched off. Note Charging the battery longer than 12 hours decreases battery life. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved11...
  • Page 16: User Precautions

    TP Series Balance 3.5.3 User Precautions • Once charging is complete, use the balance without the AC adapter to avoid over-charging. This can occur since the balance continues to charge the battery with a weak current when the power is switched on. Overcharging also decreases battery life.
  • Page 17: Functions Setup

    Enable (balance powers off in approximately three minutes)  This function is available only when the balance is battery-operated. Measurement by consecutive weighings.  Fast Response speed  Slow Table 4-1. Description of Functions © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 18 TP Series Balance Parameter Settings Description Wide (mild)   Stability parameters  Narrow (strict) Disable input/output.   Interface Six-digit numeric format. Seven-digit numeric format.      (ct) Setup of measurement units to be displayed ...
  • Page 19: Interface Section

    To change the default factory settings to pound units, use  in the factory settings. 1. Press and hold down 2. Release the key as  displays. The function setup mode is now activated and the first parameter is displayed. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 20: Limit Function

    TP Series Balance 3. Press several more times, until  displays. 4. Press several times to specify  . 5. Press to reset the measurement mode. 6. Press . Each press of the key changes the units of measurement to be displayed as follows: g, lb, Pcs, % , g...
  • Page 21: Setup Of Limit Values By Actual Quantity Loads

    6. Enter the lower-limit value by selecting a value with and moving the digits with as needed. 7. The display changes to  , indicating that the upper-limit value can be set. If there is an upper-limit value already © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 22: Input/Output Functions

    TP Series Balance set, that value is flashing. 8. Press . Return to step 2 and follow the same procedure as described for the lower-limit value to enter the upper-limit value. 9. Press . After saving the upper-limit value, the balance displays it briefly and terminates setup.
  • Page 23: Connection Between Balances And Personal Computers

    Functions Setup 4.4.1 Connection Between Balances and Personal Computers Sample connection with an IBM-PC/AT compatible: IBM-PC/AT compatible Balance D-SUB9P Sample connection with PC9801: IBM-PC/AT compatible Balance D-SUB9P © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 24: Interface Specifications

    TP Series Balance 4.4.2 Interface Specifications Transmission System Serial transmission with start-stop synchronization Transmission rates 1200/2400/4800/9600 bps Transmission codes ASCII codes (8-bit) Compliant with EIA RS-232C Signal levels HIGH level (Data logic 0) +5 to +15 V LOW level (Data logic 1) -5 to -15 V...
  • Page 25: Input Commands

    If the balance receives a transmission while it is conducting a procedure (such as the setup of a function or a span adjustment), it will transmit a response when the procedure finishes. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 26: Response Output

    TP Series Balance 3. When transmitting more than one command to the balance from a remote device, wait until a confirmation on the first transmission is received before transmitting the next. Command Format 1. Composed of four characters (ASCII), including the terminators CR=0DH, LF=0AH.
  • Page 27: Calibration

    If error messages are displayed, calibration cannot take place. Check the weight and re-calibrate. If the same error Note continues after repeated calibrations using the correct weight, please contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems. © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    A section of the mechanism is damaged The balance is exposed to static electricity or noise  is displayed Contact the Rice Lake technical service  is displayed division The electrical system of the balance is malfunctioning...
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Operating temperature and humidity ° ° C to 35 C, 80% RH or less ranges AC Adapter Dedicated AC adapter: 120 V (AC) -9 V (DC), or 230 V (AC) - 9 V (DC) © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 30: Minimum Display By Unit Of Measurement

    TP Series Balance 6.2.2 Minimum Display by Unit of Measurement Note Upper cell represents capacity, lower cell represents readability. Unit of Measurement Model TP-220 TP-320 TP-420 TP-620 TP-820 TP-1200 1200 0.001 0.001 0.001 0.001 0.01 0.01 1100 1600 2100 3100...
  • Page 31: Conversion Table Of Units

    1 tl (SGP, Mal) 583.33333 1.00990 1.00798 10.07983 3.24074 1 tl (Taiwan) 578.71344 1.00190 0.99208 3.21507 1 mom 57.87134 0.10019 0.09921 0.32151 1 to 0.31162 0.30857 0.31103 3.11035 Table 6-2. Unit Conversion Table © Rice Lake Weighing Systems ● All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 32: Ntep Sealing And Operation

    When in NTEP mode, an outline of the least significant digit displays on the display as shown in the image below with digit 3. NTEP mode does not allow access to the calibration mode. Figure 6-1. NTEP Mode Display Depending on capacity, there are two ways to seal the TP Series. To seal the balance, the lead seal would be placed here.
  • Page 34 Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an ISO 9001 registered company. 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA 230 W. Coleman St. • Rice Lake, WI 54868 • USA U.S.

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