Axis 4BA/T Series User Manual

Axis 4BA/T Series User Manual

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USER MANUAL
LINE SCALES
4BA/T SERIES
FILE: 2016-01-19 4BAT-029 bE0106 GB

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL LINE SCALES 4BA/T SERIES FILE: 2016-01-19 4BAT-029 bE0106 GB...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Table of contents: 1. General description ________________________________________________________________ 4 2. Technical data ____________________________________________________________________ 5 3. Completation _____________________________________________________________________ 5 4. Safety principles __________________________________________________________________ 6 5. Principles of user scale treatment _____________________________________________________ 6 6. Scale external outputs ______________________________________________________________ 7 7. Connecting a computer, printer or label printer ___________________________________________ 8 7.1 Detailed LonG protocol description ____________________________________________________ 9 7.2 Detailed EPL protocol description ____________________________________________________ 11 8.
  • Page 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.8 Force measuring function (nEWton) _________________________________________________ 48 18.9 Total weight function (totAL) _______________________________________________________ 49 18.10 Checkweighing function (thr) ______________________________________________________ 51 18.11 Setting date and time function (dAtE) ________________________________________________ 54 18.12 Radio communication channel choice function (rF CHn) _________________________________ 55 18.13 Charging accumulators function (bAttErY)- option ______________________________________ 56 18.14 Automatic switching off the scale function (AutoOFF) ___________________________________ 57 18.15 Statistical calculations function (StAt) _______________________________________________ 58...
  • Page 4: General Description

    EC verification is valid for 25 months from 1st of December of year, when the EC verification took place, under condition of stamp integrity. Scales classification according to PKWiU: 29.24.23. Certificates: Certificate of type AXIS management System approval no. T7950 Certificate DIN EN ISO 9001:2000 No. 78 100 6386...
  • Page 5: Technical Data

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Technical data Scale type 4BA300T 4BA600T Maximal load (Max) 300kg 600kg Readout unit (d) 100g 200g Verification unit (e) 100g 200g Minimal load (Min) Tare range -300kg -600kg Accuracy class Work temperature -10÷40°C Weighing time <3s Line lenght 0,5m Line diameter...
  • Page 6: Safety Principles

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Safety principles It is necessary to become familiar with safety principles shown below, which are necessary to avoid electric shock and damage of balance or connected devices.  Repairs and necessary adjustments must be performed by qualified personnel only.
  • Page 7: Scale External Outputs

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. Scale external outputs RS232C housing Feeder Extensometer RS232C Power unit 12V Ground Separate ground connection (scales in stainless steel version) must be connected using additional conductor. Extensometers are connected permanently.
  • Page 8: Connecting A Computer, Printer Or Label Printer

    Computer must have a special program for cooperation with data from a scale. Dedicated programs are also offered by AXIS. Except RS232C joint, the scale can be equipped with USB or Wi-Fi interface. Needed controllers and instruction can be found on a CD supplied with Axis scales.
  • Page 9: Detailed Long Protocol Description

    02h scale number command. To log the scale out use 03h command. For example: Using a program to test RS232 interface ( program is available in www.axis.pl / programy komputerowe ) for scale number 1 please write: $0201 to log in, then SI, and write: $03 to close communication.
  • Page 10: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    D1...DN – threshold value, maximum 8 characters WagaKomputer: without response. Connecting cable WK-1 (scale – computer / 9-pin interface): SCALE COMPUTER Connection cable WD-1 (connects scale with AXIS printer): SCALE KAFKA PRINTER Setting of internal switches of AXIS printer: SW-1...
  • Page 11: Detailed Epl Protocol Description

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Detailed EPL protocol description Transmission parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 9600bps,  After using key in scale:  ScaleLabel printer : set of instruction in EPL-2 language that initialize label printing: - Steering instruction FR"0001"...
  • Page 12: Balance Preparation To Work

     1 3. Using M12 nut set the line sector precisely in axis of existing line with 3 mm intervals from both sides. 4. Connect the ground wire to scale (label on the scale indicates where it should be connected) and ground the rest of existing line.
  • Page 13: Operation Principles

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. Operation principles 1. Before each measurement the balance should be properly zeroed, which is signalled by “” indicator. If the zero indication is not shown when the balance is unloaded, or "----" is displayed, press  the "...
  • Page 14: Balance Test

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. Balance test During balance operation, in order to confirm its efficiency, it is recommended to check the weighing precision by putting and object of exactly known weight before and after series of measurements. For testing of verified balances use weight standard, having valid standardization certificates. In case of allowable measurement error exceeding contact authorized service company to perform balance adjustment.
  • Page 15: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ " result stabilization indicator, " net weight (after using T key), " MODE special function menu turning on indicator " gross weight (after using TARE and key)  " autotare function on, " tare memory function on, "...
  • Page 16: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ LED display version: zero stabilization weight metrological net weight result indicator indicator indicator data Max= scale keys klawisz - switch-on / switch-off (standby),   " - tare, menu position confirmation, next digit (when inscribing),   "...
  • Page 17: Start-Up

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13. Start-up Leave the pan empty, plug a scale to the mains with a ground contact The scale proceeds with following start-up actions: Display test. Meter type displaying Program version The scale is now ready to work. Attention: Displaying program version means positive result of all tests.
  • Page 18: Weighing With Tare

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14. Weighing with tare   If the scale is not loaded and indicator   doesn’t indicate, press key.   Zero indication and indicator mean that the scale is ready to work. After putting container (package) tare the scale ...
  • Page 19: Scale Menu

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15. Scale menu All scales except for basic metrological functions: weighing and taring, have many special functions and configuration options. In order to ease using functions user can create his own (personalized) menu. Creating personalized menu: In „out of the box” scale after pressing MENU key only SEtuP option (it contains all configuration options) is available.
  • Page 20: Menu Navigation Rules

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16. Menu navigation rules Choosing menu options: First position of scale menu shows up after pressing Menu key. The position is displayed for about 7 seconds and then the scale sequentially displays next menu positions. Choosing menu position (option) is done by ...
  • Page 21: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ key working method:  During standard weighing key is used to  switch between net and gross indication. When special function e.g. PCS is turned on, using key enables to go back to standard  weighing mode. Sign „o”...
  • Page 22: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ HR key working method: During normal weighing temporary (5s) readout resolution increase is possible. Return normal indication made automatically. Inscribing numerical values: Inscribing numerical values is needed in some special functions e.g. tArE function requires to inscribe tare values. Keys: 0...
  • Page 23: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Menu diagram: MENU (PCS) (totAL) - personalized function menu created using SEtUP / MEnu - settings SEtUP MEnu - creating menu (” “- added to menu) - choosing product Prod ( ) o ( ) o - choosing user USEr - pieces counting function - actual unit selection...
  • Page 24: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ - serial ports settings settings SErIAL Port-1 - port - 1 bAUd - transmission speed (1200, ... ,115 200 bps) bItS - bits quantity (7 or 8) PArItY - parity control SEndInG - transmission type (Stab, no StAb, Auto,Cont.,rEMoVE) Prot - protocol (LonG, EPL, EPL_A, EPL-d, PEn-01) SCAnn...
  • Page 25: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ - turn on/off accumulator charging (if the scale is equipped with accumulator) (bAttEry) - automatic turning off - saving accumulator power (as above) (AUto OFF) - scale start zero inscribing (factory zero) (ZEro) - restore default settings for all options dEFAULt - options only for service SErVICE...
  • Page 26: Scale Setup (Setup)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17. Scale setup (SEtUP) SEtUP contains all options used for setting scale work mode: MEnu – creating personalized user menu  CALIb – scale sensitivity calibration  AutoZEro(ing) – self-maintaining zero indication  (unloaded scale) UnIt – weight unit selection ...
  • Page 27: Scale Calibration (Calib)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.1 Scale calibration (CALIb) Press MENU key.   Press key when CALIb function appears. The following options will be displayed: -CAL on – calibration with external recommended standard of mass (see technical data). -CAL StP – calibration with external weight, confirmation of succesive steps - MENU key, out –...
  • Page 28: Autozeroing Function (Autozer)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.2 Autozeroing function (AutoZEr) When the function is activated, the scale automatically ensures stable zero indication if the pan is empty or if zero indication was   acquired by pressing key. To turn on the function use MENU key and using ...
  • Page 29: Weight Unit Selection (Unit)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.3 Weight unit selection (UnIt) The function allows selecting weighing unit: - CarAt (1 ct= 0,2 g) - carat, - MGrAM (1mg=0,001g) milligram, - KGrAM (1kg=1000g) kilogram, - Pound (1 lb=453,592374g) English pound, - OunCE (1oz=28,349523g) - ounce, - OunCEt(1ozt=31,1034763g) pharmaceutical ounce, - GrAIn (1gr=0,06479891g) - grain - PennYW (1dwt=1,55517384g) jewellery mass unit,...
  • Page 30: Serial Port Parameters Setting (Serial)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.4 Serial port parameters setting (SErIAL) function allows setting independently communication parameters of both of serial ports Port-1 and Port-2 (executed in RS232C, RS485, USB or LAN standard): - transfer protocol (Prot): LonG – cooperation with printer or computer, EPL –...
  • Page 31: Printout Configuration (Print)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.5 Printout configuration (PrInt) Function is used for printing additional information stored in scale memory, weighed product identification data and scale operator id. That information is inscribed using scale keys or scanner. The function allows to switch on/off following positions on the printout: - HEAdEr –...
  • Page 32: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sample printout during normal weighing (all printout positions deactivated): 20.07 kg 20.04 kg 20.04 kg Sample printout during normal weighing with clock option (all printout positions deactivated): 20.07 kg 2012-11-08 10:01 20.04 kg 2012-11-08 10:01 20.04 kg 2012-11-08 10:01 Sample printout during normal weighing ( some printout positions activated): BA30 MAX: 30kg e=d=0.01kg...
  • Page 33: Setting Backlight Function (B_Light)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.6 Setting backlight function (b_LIGHt) The function is used for choosing the work mode of scale display backlight: - b_L OFF – switch backlight off, - b_L on – switch backlight permanently on, - b_L ECO – switch off after 30 seconds of inactivity (no load changes and no key operation), - b_L bAt –...
  • Page 34: Analog Out Configuration (Analog)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.7 Analog out configuration (AnALoG) This option enables to set-up analog out (4-20mA or 0-10V) working method used e.g. in PLC regulators: AnG rnG – inscribing Max value AnG CFG – working mode configuration (PLUS – workmode for only positive values, MinuS – only for negative values, both –...
  • Page 35: Entering Reference Zero Value (Zero)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17.8 Entering reference zero value (ZErO) Note: This function is enabled in non-legalized scales only. ZEr0 function allows entering new value of reference zero (value referred to empty pan) without need of contacting with authorised service centre. Press MENU key.
  • Page 36: Special Functions Description

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18. Special functions description All scales besides basic metrological functions: weighing and taring, have a set of special functions. Depending on meter type functions set differs. Below a list of functions available in standard ME-01 type meters: Products data base (Prod), ...
  • Page 37: Products And Users Database (Prod I User)

    This way created database, saved in *.csv extension with semicolons can be send to scale using Scale Database software and scale’s serial interface. Scale Database is available on our webpage www.axis.pl/en. Database and possibility to cooperate with external devices: printer, label printer, barcode reader and computer enables to built product identification and product archiving systems.
  • Page 38: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Inscribing data to base Prod and USEr options enables adding and deleting product and user data. For products database available options are: - EdIt – Add – add product to database, - dEL OnE – deleting single element from database - dEL ALL –...
  • Page 39: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Users database is edited by similar function named USEr and consists of several options: - USEr Id – user identification number, - USEr nA – user name (inscribed from PC or scanner), - Prn_U – sending users database to port. Saving data is also done by SAVE option.
  • Page 40: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Weighing results and data transmission from scale to computer or to printer To each weighing results transmission a set of product and user identification data is added. The set is activated in Print option (17.5 chapter). Available data from products and users base (Print / SEtuP option): - USEr Id –...
  • Page 41: Pieces Counting Function (Pcs)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.2 Pieces counting function (PCS) This function enables to count identical pieces, e.g. turnbuckles or buttons. A measurement is performed in two phases: - first phase - single piece weight calculation on the basis of defined pieces amount (5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 or 500 pieces), - second phase –...
  • Page 42: Percentage Weighing Function (Perc)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.3 Percentage weighing function (PErC) 100% This function allows displaying weighing result in percents. A measurement is performed in two phases: - first phase – weighing a reference sample (100%), - second phase – measuring specific sample as a percentage of the reference sample.
  • Page 43: Label Choosing Function (Label)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.4 Label choosing function (LAbEL) This function is used in scale with EPL (SErIAL function) data protocol. This protocol enables label printout with actual scale indication and chosen data from PrInt special function (variable data), for example date and time.
  • Page 44: Weighing Animals Function (Loc)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.5 Weighing animals function (LOC) The function allows weighing animal moving on the scale. Press MENU key.   When LOC function is displayed press key. following options appear display successively: - LOC oFF – leave the function, - LOC on –...
  • Page 45: Constant Tare Memory Function (Tare)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.6 Constant tare memory function (tArE) This function enables to measure gross weight of a sample placed in a container of a known weight value (stored in the memory) and to display calculated net weight of the sample. Tare value is recalled from the ...
  • Page 46: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Weighing with constant tare: In order to use tare value that is located in memory, choose from menu tArE function and then tAr on option. A list of memory cells will show up: tAr 01, 02, ... , 10. Cells with inscribed value are marked with "o"...
  • Page 47: Maximum Value Indication Function (Up)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.7 Maximum value indication function (UP) This function allows holding maximum (or minimum) value that is indicating at the moment. Before measurement scale should be tared. Function has following options: -UP oFF – function off, -HIGH – holding maximum value, -LOW –...
  • Page 48: Force Measuring Function (Newton)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.8 Force measuring function (nEWton) Function activation causes displaying result in force units (N). Press MENU key.   Using key choose NEWto function. Function has several options: - nEW oFF – function off, - nEW on – measurement in Newtons, - ArM –...
  • Page 49: Total Weight Function (Total)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.9 Total weight function (totAL) The function allows calculating total weight for series of measurements, which can be greater than scale capacity. It allows calculating total weight as well as average value. Press MENU key.   When totAL is displayed press key.
  • Page 50 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ To leave the function with clearing total register, select totAL function from menu and choose tot oFF option. Scale prints the communicate informing about clearing registers. The form of receipt after each measurement: Date: Time..measurement no weight measurement no weight...
  • Page 51: Checkweighing Function (Thr)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.10 Checkweighing function (thr) This function allows comparing weighing result with two programmed reference values: lower and upper threshold. Comparison result is signalled with indicators (MIN, OK, MAX) and sound signal generated when threshold values are exceeded. If comparison result is: - smaller than zero threshold –...
  • Page 52 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Operation sequence:   Press MENU key and choose thr pressing key. The following options are displayed successively: - thr oFF – deactivate the function, - thr on – activate the function, - thr Prn – check last threshold values (press key several times), - thr CFG –...
  • Page 53 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Relays connection diagram: Imax < 25mA Relays output is the open collector transoptor output with load capacity 25mA / 24V. Transmitter inputs must be protected with diodes, e.g. 1N4148. It is advised to use MS3K/P electronic board (sold separately), consisting of RM96P transmitters, with DC24V input voltage and AC250V, 3A output.
  • Page 54: Setting Date And Time Function (Date)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.11 Setting date and time function (dAtE) The function allows setting current date and time of scale internal clock and mode of its use. The function has the following options: - dAt oFF – deactivate date and time during printout of current weighing result, - dAt on –...
  • Page 55: Radio Communication Channel Choice Function (Rf Chn)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.12 Radio communication channel choice function (rF CHn) Function enables choosing radio communication channel between the scale and a pilot. In scale and in pilot the same radio channels must be chosen. Function should be used when communication is disturbed by other devices that use the same communication channel.
  • Page 56: Charging Accumulators Function (Battery)- Option

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.13 Charging accumulators function (bAttErY)- option bAttErY function allows switching on or off charging accumulators during work with feeder and checking their power level. The function has the following options: - bAt OFF – charging off (option required if ordinary batteries are used !!!), - bAt on –...
  • Page 57: Automatic Switching Off The Scale Function (Autooff)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.14 Automatic switching off the scale function (AutoOFF) The function is helpful in scales supplied from accumulators. The function causes scale to switch off automatically. Press MENU key.   When AutoOFF is displayed press key. The following options appear successively on display: - AOF oFF –...
  • Page 58: Statistical Calculations Function (Stat)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.15 Statistical calculations function (StAt) This function evaluates from series of measurements (max 1000) statistical parameters of weighting process. Adding successively measurements to register is automatic and it occur after the scale is loaded and its indications stabilize. After each loading printout is made with: number of measurements, result, date and time (if clock is installed and the function is activated).
  • Page 59 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Order of operations: Press MENU key.   When StAt is displayed press key. The following options are displayed: - StA Prn – monitoring and printout of statistical data, - StA oFF – deactivate function, - StA –...
  • Page 60 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Pressing key printouts estimated values and histogram : Nominal - nominal value, Tolerance - accepted value in percentage. N - number of sample IN TOL. – number of samples in toleranc -TOL – amount of measurements under allowable lower value +TOL –...
  • Page 61: Paperweight Calculation (Pap)

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18.16 Paperweight calculation (PAP) This function enables to calculate paperweight of 1m of paper basing on samples of known area. For quick access, the function is accessible directly by pressing MENU key. The balance must be tared just before the measurement.
  • Page 62: Maintenance And Repairs Of Small Defects

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 19. Maintenance and repairs of small defects 15. The scale should be kept clean. The balance must be kept clean and protected from dust, and aggressive liquids. In order to clean it is recommended to wipe the scale with cloth soaked in soapy water and then dry.
  • Page 63: Declaration Of Conformity

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Declaration of Conformity AXIS Spółka z o.o. 80-125 Gdańsk, ul.Kartuska 375B declare with full responsibility, that the balance: 4BA300T and 4BA600T marked with mark comply with the following: 1. EN 61010-1:2004 standard Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
  • Page 64: Appendix A

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Appendix A Information’s concerning double-range scale (options) 1. General description Double-range scale’s have capability of work with greatest accuracy in bottom measuring range part. Weighing of smallest mass is more precise. This type of scale’s have two measurement range: - 50 % of maximum load (mostly), –...
  • Page 65 INSTRUCTION MANUAL _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Notes...

This manual is also suitable for:

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