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Shimadzu ATX-R Series Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Presented By Dallas Ft Worth Austin Houston NicolScales.com 800.225.8181 Contact Us Nicol Scales & Measurement is an ISO Accredited Calibration Company that has provided calibration, repair and sales of all types of weighing and measurement products since 1931.
  • Page 2 321-78327 Aug.2019 Shimadzu Analytical Balance Instruction Manual ATX-R series ATX324R Name and Function of Components Installation ATX224R ATX124R ATX84R Weighing ATY-R series Outputing Weight Readings Selecting the Display ATY324R Ending Weighing ATY224R ATY124R ATY64R Menu Setting Calibration Functions Relating to Taring...
  • Page 4 • Shimadzu does not guarantee that the serial communication functions will operate without problem on all PCs. Shimadzu will not accept responsibility for any trouble that arises as a result of using this function. It is recommended that all important data and programs are backed up in advance.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 ‹ 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.
  • Page 7 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. methods Pouring Mode page 71...
  • Page 8 Calibration I want to adjust the balance so that it is very accurate after stabilization. Span Calibration and Adjustment page 52 I want to carry out calibration and output a record. Leaving a Record of Calibration page 61 Printing / I want to send data to a PC (e.g.
  • Page 9 Notation Conventions Used within the Instruction Manual The instruction manual uses the following notation conventions in accordance with the degree of risk and damage to equipment. Notation Description Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, !CAUTION may result in minor to moderate injury or equipment damage. Provides additional information needed to properly use the Precautions balance.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Precautions on Use To be strictly observed To ensure that you use the balance safely and correctly, read the following precautions carefully. The details listed below provide important information on safety, and must be observed at all times. n Precautions Related to Usage „...
  • Page 11 Do not connect anything other than peripheral devices specified by Prohibitions Shimadzu to the balance’s connector. If you do, the balance may stop working normally. In order to avoid trouble, always connect peripheral devices in accordance with the directions in this manual.
  • Page 12 Caution Labels „ Cautions labels are placed in necessary locations on the balance to ensure that it is used correctly. In the event of these labels being mislaid or damaged, contact a Shimadzu sales office or service agency to request new labels, and then make sure they are situated in the correct locations. [ATX324R example] Use the AC adapter supplied...
  • Page 13 n Residual Risk Information „ Residual risk refers to the risks that could not be removed or reduced during the design and manufacturing stages. Check the [Residual Risk Maps] for each area with inherent risks and implement protective measures while referring to the [List of Residual Risks].
  • Page 14 The company can also not be held responsible for damages relating to damage compensation caused to users by third parties. 2) The liability for compensatory damages attributable to Shimadzu is limited to a sum equivalent to the cost of the product in all cases.
  • Page 15 Daily inspections, Periodic inspections and regular calibrations are required to ensure that the performance of the balance is maintained for long periods of time so that correct measurement data can be acquired. • See [Chapter 11: Maintenance/Inspections] for details on daily inspections and part replacement. • C ontact a Shimadzu sales office or service agency, or one of Shimadzu’s service companies to request Periodic inspections and regular calibrations. Product Disposal When disposing of the product, dismantle and dispose of the parts separately in accordance with their composition in order in consideration of environmental conservation.

  • Page 16: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ■...
  • Page 17 Entering Numerical Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 ■...
  • Page 18 Adjusting the Stability Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 ■...
  • Page 19 Formulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 ■...
  • Page 20 About Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 ■...

  • Page 21: Before Weighing

    BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components This section lists the names of the various parts of the ATX-R/ATY-R Series and explains their major functions. „ Main body The ATX-R/ATY-R Series comprises toploading electromagnetic balances with UniBloc weighing mechanism. ‹ Main body Windbreak Even a slight breeze may affect Place the object to be weighed...
  • Page 22 ‹ Back of the unit DC IN connector Used to connect an AC adapter for power supply. RS232C USB DEVISE RS232C connector USB Device Used to connect to a printer Used to connect to a PC. (e.g. EP-80 or EP-90). (^ P.117) (^ page 116) Continued on next page...

  • Page 23: Operation Keys

    BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components „ Operation Keys During Weighing During Menu Operation Press and Hold for About Press Once and Release ... 3 Seconds ... Takes you to a higher • level in the menu hierarchy. Long pressing the key •...

  • Page 24: Display Panel

    „ Display Panel Display Name Description See: Battery symbol Lights up when the battery voltage is low. Zero tracking symbol Lit when the zero tracking function is set ON. Page 65 Perfect Self Calibration Blinks before Perfect Self Calibration starts. Page 56 symbol This symbol is lit during calibration.
  • Page 25 BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components Display Name Description See: Item number indication Shows the item number in the piece counting mode. Page 83 Will be displayed during specific gravity measurement. Or if displayed when the decimal place of the conversion coefficient Inverse triangle symbol Page 46 is changed to an arbitrary setting for each user, a value with no...

  • Page 26: Unpacking And Delivery Inspection

    „ 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. ‹...

  • Page 27: Installation

    BEFORE WEIGHING Installation This section will explain processes from balance installation to the beginning of measurement. „ 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.

  • Page 28: Installing The Components

    „ Installing the Components The procedure for fitting the components differs depending on the model of the balance. ‹ ATX-R/ATY-R Series Place the pan supporter. Pan supporter Place the pan on the pan Pan ring supporters. Protective cover Align the two pan notches with the left and right on the balance main body.
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: Turning The Power On

    The actual AC adapter shape may be different. ! ! C ! H ! E ! ! 0 ! ! O ! F ! F ! ! For the ATX-R series… If "ERR H" is displayed… An operation check on the internal "Responding to Messages"...

  • Page 31: Performing Span Calibration

    Installation „ Performing Span Calibration Always perform span calibration for a balance after moving it. Weights are required for span calibration of the ATX-R series. For details on weights, see "About Weights" (^ page 136). Before performing span calibration, warm up the balance in advance.
  • Page 32 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).
  • Page 33 BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Enter the weight value. 2! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 If necessary, change the weight value to match the weight that will be used for calibration. If there is no need to change it, proceed to step (If necessary enter the weight value.) 1! 9 ! 9 .
  • Page 34 Take the calibration weight off the pan. Open the glass door in the windbreak, remove the weight from the pan and shut the glass door again. After a while, "END" will be displayed and the balance will return to the weighing mode. The procedure described above is the default standard span calibration procedure.

  • Page 35: Using The Balance

    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.
  • Page 36 Insert the sample (item to be measured) into the container. Open the glass door of the windbreak, place the sample (item to be weighed) on the pan and shut the glass door again. When the display has stabilized, (the stability mark) lights up, read the display.

  • Page 37: Outputting Weight Readings

    (^ page 143) 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 ATX224R Balance serial number D *********...

  • Page 38: Selecting The Display

    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 ! 0 Repeatedly pressing this key will cycle you through the registered units.
  • Page 39 USING THE BALANCE Selecting the Display Select the measurement parameters in other functions. ! ! T! O ! O ! L ! S [TOOLS] TAR! G ! E T [PARAM. W ] [CHG. M IN] ! P ! A ! R ! A ! M . W ! ! C ! H ! G .

  • Page 40: Selecting The Decimal Point Display Symbol

    To return to the 1d display... Follow the above steps, and confirm on the 10D display in step 4. „ Selecting the Decimal Point Display Symbol The decimal point can be displayed as either "." (a period) or "," (a comma). Press twice shortly in the STAND...
  • Page 41 USING THE BALANCE Selecting the Display Confirm and return to the ! ! S ! E ! T ! weighing mode. [SET] • To select the period The way the decimal is displayed has now ! P ! E ! R ! I ! O ! D changed.

  • Page 42: Ending Weighing

    Ending Weighing „ Turning the Power OFF Establish the weighing mode. ^ "Weighing", page 34 Press If the status described below is not established, press again. (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.

  • Page 43: Menu Settings

    MENU SETTINGS What Is the Menu? With the ATX-R/ATY-R 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/response...

  • Page 44: Menu Map

    „ 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"...

  • Page 45: Basic Menu Operations

    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"...

  • Page 46: Entering Numerical Values

    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)

  • Page 47: Changing The Position Of The Decimal Point

    MENU SETTINGS Entering Numerical Values Press twice. 2! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 The numerical value of the second digit from the left decreases two times, so that it changes from "2" to "1" to "0". Press ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! This confirms the entered numerical value.

  • Page 48: Convenient Functions For Menu Setting

    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.

  • Page 49: Prohibiting Changes To The Menu Settings (Menu Lock)

    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".

  • Page 50: Outputting The Menu Setting Information

    ! ! ! W ! A ! I ! T [WAIT] On confirmation, the menu setting information During output the communication symbol is lit. is output to the PC or printer. The balance automatically returns to weighing mode. SHIMADZU CORP. ATX224R D *********...

  • Page 51: Calibration

    CALIBRATION In order to weigh accurately with an analytical 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…...
  • Page 52 Confirm and return to the weighing ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! mode. [SET] • When "span calibration using the external weight" has been selected Whichever was selected in step is set for ! ! ! E . C ! A ! L and the balance returns to the weighing mode.

  • Page 53: Span Calibration And Adjustment

    50). (As the default setting, "span calibration using the internal weight" is set for ATX-R, and "span calibration using the external weight" is set for ATX-R.) ‹ Span calibration using the internal weight (ATX-R series only) I.CAL Press in mass measurement mode.
  • Page 54 If "ERR C" is displayed… Span calibration was not completed for one of the following reasons. There is too large a discrepancy ‹ between the zero point of the balance and the sensitivity. A container has been placed on the ‹...
  • Page 55 CALIBRATION Span Calibration and Adjustment ‹ E.CAL Span calibration using the external weight Press in the weighing mode. 2! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 When the GLP output function (^ page 143) has been set to ON, initially the indication "WAIT"...
  • Page 56 Place the 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. After placing a weight on the pan or removing a weight from the pan, check that the glass door is fully shut.

  • Page 57: Perfect Self Calibration (Psc) (Atx-R Only)

    Perfect Self Calibration (PSC) (ATX-R only) The ATX-R Series is equipped with a perfect self calibration (PSC) function which carries out fully automated span calibration when temperature changes are detected in order to allow for accurate measurements. PSC is carried out automatically in mass measurement mode under any of the following conditions.
  • Page 58 When two minutes pass since mass display blinking start, "PLS.CAL" is displayed. If "PLS.CAL" is displayed, please unload the thing on the pan and execute span adjustment. Push key when you must keep measuring after “PLS.CAL” is displayed. Return to blinking mass display.

  • Page 59: Calibration Of The Internal Weight (Atx-R Only)

    Internal Weight (ATX-R Only) In the ATX-R 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"...
  • Page 60 If necessary, enter a weight value. 2! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 Use the , and to enter the calibration weight value, then confirm by pressing the . If no change is to be made, proceed to step without doing anything.
  • Page 61 CALIBRATION Calibration of the Internal Weight (ATX-R Only) Take the calibration weight off the pan. Open the glass door of the windbreak, take the weight off the pan, and close the glass door. If "BUSY" is displayed… ! P ! C ! A ! L ! 3 There is something placed on the pan.

  • Page 62: Leaving A Record Of Calibration

    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). Balance keys (^ page 118) is useful for output to a PC.

  • Page 63: Setting Output Of A Calibration Record

    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 143) ON and OFF. When the GLP output function is set to on, the statistic calculation function of the printer cannot be used. Press for about 3 seconds.

  • Page 64: Setting A Balance Id

    „ 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 twice in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select setting of a balance ID.

  • Page 65: Functions Relating To Taring

    FUNCTIONS RELATING TO TARING The ATX-R/ATY-R 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...

  • Page 66: Zero Tracking Function

    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)

  • Page 67: Auto Zero Function

    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.
  • Page 68 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.

  • Page 69: Auto Tare Function

    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.

  • Page 70: Zero / Tare Timing Change Function

    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.

  • Page 71: Adjusting Response And Stability

    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 •...

  • Page 72: Selecting The Weighing Mode

    Selecting the Weighing Mode ATX-R/ATY-R 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 twice in the weighing mode.

  • Page 73: Easy Setting Of Response And Stability

    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 ATX-R/ATY-R 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.
  • Page 74 Priority Given to Response Priority Given to Stability Easy setting indicator Press Press Operation The more times you press this key, the The more times you press this key, the further (the level indicator) moves to further (the level indicator) moves to the R side, increasing the response of the the S side, increasing the stability of the display in stages.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Stability Mark

    ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY 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 •...

  • Page 76: Setting The Stability Mark Lighting Timing

    Select the value for the stability ! ! ! ! 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 weighing application and purpose: 0.5d, 1d, 10d, 50d, 100d, 1000d.
  • Page 77 ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY Adjusting the Stability Mark Press twice in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select setting of (the stability ! ! S ! T ! B . M ! K mark) lighting timing. [TOOLS] [PARAM. W ] [STB.

  • Page 78: Setting Units

    SETTING UNITS ATX-R/ATY-R 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).

  • Page 79: Selecting Units To Display

    SETTING UNITS 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 79). Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the unit setting menu. Select the units to be called up ! U ! N ! I ! T ! - and check if...

  • Page 80: Setting User-Specified 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 This opens the unit setting menu. stability mark.

  • Page 81: Minimum Indication

    SETTING UNITS Setting User-Specified Units 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 .

  • Page 82: Application Function Mode

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Application Function Mode You can choose one of the three modes indicated below to suit the application. Piece Percentage Specific gravity Formulation counting weighing measurement You can set the You can measure You can measure This mode is unit weight of the weights as a solid density and...

  • Page 83: Counting Pieces By Weight (Piece Counting)

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE 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".
  • Page 84 Select the item number. ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E (Item number: select from [SAMPLE] Five different unit weight settings [SET] ) can be recorded. ! ! S ! E ! T ! Check the number of pieces indication.
  • Page 85 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) On pressing … A menu option other than the number of pieces for setting may be displayed but this is not abnormal. Press several times to return to the number of pieces for setting display.

  • Page 86: Counting Numbers Of Pieces

    „ Counting Numbers of Pieces Enter the piece counting mode ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 If you have returned to the weighing mode (mode where grams or other units are displayed) from the piece counting mode, then long press The piece counting symbol will light up.

  • Page 87: Changing A Unit Weight, Or Adding A New Unit Weight

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) „ Changing a Unit Weight, or Adding a New Unit Weight Establish the piece counting mode. ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 In the weighing mode (mode where grams or other units are displayed), long press to switch to the application function mode.

  • Page 88: Percentage Weighing

    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.
  • Page 89 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing When setting the reference as 100%… Select the 100% reference. ! S ! A ! M ! P ! L ! E [SAMPLE] [SET] (Check the indication.) ! ! S ! E ! T ! The indication differs depending on whether a reference value has already been set or not.
  • Page 90 When setting the reference as a percentage of your choice… Select the specific percentage ! O ! P ! T ! I ! O ! N reference. [OPTION] [SET] ! ! S ! E ! T ! (Check the indication.) The indication differs depending on whether a reference value has already been set or not.

  • Page 91: Weighing Percentages

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing 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 .

  • Page 92: Measuring Specific Gravity Of Solids

    Measuring Specific Gravity of Solids (Solid Specific Gravity Measurement) This measures the sample (solid) weight in air and in liquids of known density (or specific gravity) and then calculates the sample's density (or specific gravity). The following procedures are when using hanging plates and water tanks to be prepared by the customer.
  • Page 93 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Measuring Specific Gravity of Solids (Solid Specific Gravity Measurement) After entering the medium temperature, the density of the medium for the input temperature will be automatically displayed for 3 seconds, and then the device will switch to specific gravity measurement mode.

  • Page 94: Data Hold Function

    Data Hold Function This data hold function is used when using solid specific gravity measurement the same as when using liquid specific gravity measurement. When measuring specific gravity, the displayed value will often change slightly, making it difficult to read. This data hold function can be set to maintain the currently displayed specific gravity value while is pressed, making it easier to read the value.

  • Page 95: Density/Specific Gravity Calculation Formula Selection

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Density/Specific Gravity Calculation Formula Selection This function allows for switching of calculation formulas by switching "AIR.COR. ON and OFF. Solid density and liquid density can be measured by selecting from the 2 formulas as shown in the table below.
  • Page 96 „ Operation procedure Press 2 times in mass measurement mode. The main menu will open. Select specific gravity measurement. [APL. F UNC] [SG] [SET] Press the several times to display "AIR.COR". The stability mark will be displayed or turned off each time is pressed.

  • Page 97: Solid Specific Gravity Measurement

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Density/Specific Gravity Calculation Formula Selection „ Solid Specific Gravity Measurement Verify that the device is in solid specific gravity measurement mode. If the balance display does not display zero, press Place the sample to be measured in the hanging pan and the weight of the sample in air will be displayed.

  • Page 98: Solid Specific Gravity Measurement For Lighter Than Water Solids

    „ Solid Specific Gravity Measurement for Lighter than Water Solids (1 g/cm or less) Two different methods are available for solid specific gravity measurement for lighter than water solid (1 g/cm or less) samples. Method 1: Measurement using a medium with a specific gravity lower than the solid specific gravity (Ex.: Ethanol 0.8 g/cm This method is used when the solid density is only slightly different than the density of distilled...

  • Page 99: Measuring Specific Gravity Of Liquids

    APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Measuring Specific Gravity of Liquids (Liquid Specific Gravity Measurement) A glass sinker for which the volume is already known is used for liquid specific gravity measurement. The sinker weight is first measured in air, then the weight is measured in liquid, and the density of the liquid is determined.

  • Page 100: Preparation For Liquid Density Measurement

    Install the water tank on a base, submerge the sinker in the water tank and wait for the stability mark to be displayed. V=W/ρ V : Glass sinker volume The balance will display the difference between W : Difference between weight in air and weight the weight in air and the weight in liquid, so in liquid read the value and use the formula to the right to...
  • Page 101 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Measuring Specific Gravity of Liquids (Liquid Specific Gravity Measurement) Input the sinker volume. Next the singer volume will be displayed as shown in the figure to the right, so press the key, and the values can then be re- input according to the below table.

  • Page 102: Liquid Density Measurement

    „ Liquid Density Measurement Fill the water tank with the sample liquid, and make sure the device is in liquid density measurement mode. If the balance display does not display zero, press Lower the sinker and the sinker's weight in air will be displayed. Wait until the stability mark displayed then press "SINK"...

  • Page 103: Formulation

    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.
  • Page 104 When the GLP output function (^ page 143) is set to ON… The balance ID (^ page 145) other information is printed. Insert the component into the ! ! 0 . 3 ! 2 ! 5 ! 0 container. Press ! ! 0 .
  • Page 105 The gross weight of the components weighed up to that point is displayed for about 2 seconds. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) FORMULATION MODE SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name ATX224R D *********...

  • Page 106: Outputting Component Numbers

    „ Outputting Component Numbers The numbers for each component are automatically assigned to the output results. Press twice in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode. This opens the main menu. If the ready to weigh status is not established…...

  • Page 107: Outputting The Gross Weight

    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 twice in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode.

  • Page 108: Comparator Function

    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...
  • Page 109 COMPARATOR FUNCTION Target Mode Enter the target value and the tolerance range with respect to the target value. ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 45 When entering the target value: [TG. V AL] ! ! T ! G . V ! A ! L (Enter the target value.) [SET] When entering the tolerance range with...

  • Page 110: Checkweighing Mode

    Checkweighing Mode Press twice in the weighing Check the presence or absence of the mode. stability mark. This opens the main menu. ! C ! H ! E ! C ! K . W Select the checkweighing mode. [TOOLS] [CHECK. W ] [SET] What is the current situation? What do you want to do?
  • Page 111 COMPARATOR FUNCTION Checkweighing Mode To enter the checkweighing range lower limit value: (Enter the checkweighing [UND. R NG] ! U ! N ! D . R ! N ! G range lower limit value.) [SET] To enter the checkweighing range upper limit value: (Enter the checkweighing [OVR.

  • Page 112: Connection And Communication With Peripheral Devices

    PC or printer. Use an optional dedicated printer. The "Balance Keys" communication tool (freeware) is provided for use as a PC input tool. Balance Data Collection Software, Balance Keys : https://www.shimadzu.com/an/balance/balance_keys/index.html Convenient Functions Relating to Output „...
  • Page 113 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Select the auto print function. A! U ! T ! O . P ! R ! N [APL. P RN] [AUTO. P RN] Check the presence or absence of the stability mark.

  • Page 114: Printing / Outputting Continuously (Continuous Output Function)

    Return to the weighing mode. ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 When the setting is made, the auto Place the container on the pan and print symbol lights up. press The balance will be tared. Place the sample into the container.
  • Page 115 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Change the setting. ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF settings. [SET] ! S ! E ! Q . P ! R ! N If OFF is selected, perform step .
  • Page 116 Return to the weighing mode. ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 When OFF is set for "MANU" in step continuous output starts. When ON is set for "MANU" in step Step is not necessary in this case. the ready symbol lights up.

  • Page 117: Connecting External Equipment

    CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting External Equipment It is possible to output weight values, setting details and other data from printers, PLCs and other serial communication equipment, and to personal computers. This section explains useful functions for connecting and outputting data to these types of external equipment. The rear of the balance is equipped with various types of connectors that are compatible with the external equipment that is to be connected.

  • Page 118: Connecting Personal Computers

    Internet (not connected to a LAN). In this event, download the following instruction manual and USB driver from the Internet, and perform the installation procedure once again. USB Interface Installation Manual Download Page https://www.an.shimadzu.co.jp/balance/products/moc63umanual.pdf USB Driver Download Page https://www.an.shimadzu.co.jp/balance/products/driver.htm Continued on next page...
  • Page 119 (1) Log into a personal computer equipped with Internet access with administrator authority. (2) Start up the browser, and access the following site. https://www.an.shimadzu.co.jp/balance/products/balance_keys/index.htm (3) Click on [Download] on the [Balance Keys Data Collection Software] page, and then download the file in accordance with the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 120: Connecting Plcs And Other Serial Communications Equipment

    Example of balance data loaded onto an Excel worksheet „ Connecting PLCs and Other Serial Communications Equipment It is possible to connect PLCs and other serial PLCs and other serial communication communication equipment to output weight シーケンサ(PLC) 等 シリアル通信機器 equipment values, perform taring and calibration with special commands, and read and write setting values.

  • Page 121: Cable Connections (Rs232C)

    CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting External Equipment Switch on the power to the equipment. Align the Communication settings on the balance to the settings on the equipment. Procedures for confirming operations for the serial communications equipment connected There are many different types of communications specifications for serial communications equipment depending on the manufacturer and the equipment concerned.

  • Page 122: Data Format

    „ 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 127) are given below. ‹...
  • Page 123 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting External Equipment ‹ 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 head of the data. ASCII code Accordingly, the data length is increased by one byte.

  • Page 124: Command Codes

    „ 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 ‹ Commands whose final character is "=" Each command code is sent to the balance followed by numerals (sometimes including a decimal point) and with a delimiter appended at the end.
  • Page 125 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting External Equipment ‹ 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).
  • Page 126 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.XXXX Sets the unit weight XX.XXXX : Setting value Reads the unit weight XXX : Reference number of UBo = XXX Sets the reference number of pieces pieces value...
  • Page 127 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting External Equipment Commands relating to calibration Command Function ECAL Starts external calibration Sets the reference weight value (W ref) for ECAL.W = XXX.XXXX XXX.XXXX: Setting value calibration ICAL Executes calibration with the internal weight Commands relating to zero / taring Command Function...

  • Page 128: Communication Settings

    Settings 2 Settings 3 Settings 4 Settings 5 Settings Display with user-specified MODE. 1 MODE. 2 MODE. 3 MODE. 4 MODE. 5 MODE. U settings Shimadzu Shimadzu Relevant manufacturer (responses Mettler Sartorius A&D (standard) given*) Baud rate (communication Any required 1200 1200...

  • Page 129: Standard Settings (Mode)

    CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Communication Settings „ Standard Settings (MODE) Make a selection from the setting combinations "MODE1" to "MODE5". Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the output menu. Select communication setting. C! O ! M ! M . S ! E ! T [COMM.
  • Page 130 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 rate.) [SET] Indication B. 3 00 B.
  • Page 131 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...

  • Page 132: Output Timing Change Function

    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. Not applicable to a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument. Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode.

  • Page 133: Maintenance

    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 adapter left plugged into the power outlet, you may Instructions sustain an electric shock. Main body Wipe over with a soft cloth moistened with a little neutral detergent and well wrung out.

  • Page 134: Removing The Glass Door

    „ Removing the Glass Door The glass door of the ATX-R/ATY-R series of balances 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. Instructions •...

  • Page 135: Inspection

    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.

  • Page 136: Periodic Inspections

    „ 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...

  • Page 137: About Weights

    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 ATX-R/ATY-R series balances, weights are used when performing a part of calibration (^ page 50) and inspections (^ page 134)
  • Page 138 ‹ 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, ...

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    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 146 the display panel. distribution panel is off. connections correctly.

  • Page 140: Responding To Messages

    ON. If the or internal weight mechanism same message is still displayed, Page 29 (TW series only). contact your Shimadzu (Hardware error) There is an error in the internal representative. system data. The balance has a large drift of the zero point or sensitivity.

  • Page 141: For Your Information

    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 automatically (to the standby mode) when the stability mark is continually displayed during the set time. Press twice in the weighing mode.

  • Page 142: Setting The Startup Display

    „ 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.

  • Page 143: Changing The Password

    FOR YOUR INFORMATION Changing the Password To execute menu reset (^ page 47), to set or cancel menu lock (^ page 48), or to execute calibration of the internal weight (^ page 58), you have to input a password. "9999" is set as the default password, but this can be changed by following the procedure below. Press twice in the weighing mode.

  • Page 144: Glp Output Function

    (^ page 61) and weight reading outputs. However, the statistic calculation function of the printer cannot be used. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer ATX224R Balance model name D *********...
  • Page 145 FOR YOUR INFORMATION GLP Output Function Change the setting. ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF settings. [SET] ! G ! L ! P . O ! U ! T When ON is set the stability mark is lit. Return to the weighing mode.

  • Page 146: Setting A Balance Id

    „ 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 61) and weight reading outputs. Press twice in the weighing mode.

  • Page 147: Specifications

    The size of the pan is the dimension of outer diameter. May differ depending on the AC adapter. * The part numbers, specifications, etc. indicated here are subject to change without notice. Refer to our company website (https://www.shimadzu.com/an/balance/index.html) for the latest information.

  • Page 148: Maintenance Parts

    Maintenance Parts „ ATX-R/ATY-R Series ‹ Maintenance parts list Part Number Item name Remarks (P/N) S321-71052 Pan supporter S321-71284 With 4 rubber parts Pan ring S321-71053-01 AC adaptor Contact your distributor Horizontal adjustment stands S321-71069-01 Glass door left ASSY S321-71043-01 Glass door right ASSY S321-71043-02 Glass door upper ASSY...
  • Page 149 FOR YOUR INFORMATION Maintenance Parts ‹ OptionalList of special accessories (option) Part Number Item name Remarks (P/N) Printer EP-100 S321-73900-11 Printer EP-110 S321-73900-12 Please use this model for legal Printer EP-110 for Eurpe S321-73900-36 measuring in Europe. The following label is attached to this model. Protective Cover (5 pcs.) S321-71026 STABLO-AP...

  • Page 150: List Of Functions That Can Be Used In Combination

    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 Specific...

  • Page 151: Menu Map

    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.

  • Page 152: Main Menu

    General weighing mode STAND ^ P. 71 Pouring mode POURING ^ P. 71 Perfect self calibration (ATX-R series only) ^ P. 56 Zero tracking function Z. T RC ^ P. 65 SAMPLE SAMPLE APL. F UNC...
  • Page 153 FOR YOUR INFORMATION Menu Map BAL. I D Balance ID ^ P. 63 PASS. W RD Password ^ P. 142 COND. O UT Menu settings output ^ P. 49 RESET Menu reset ^ P. 47 Not applicable to a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument.

  • Page 154: Data Output Menu

    „ Data Output Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. RET. 0 APL. P RN AUTO. P RN LD. . On Ld LD. U L. Z On -0Ld Z. R ET Zero or negative value Application Auto print Zero return LD.

  • Page 155: Unit Setting Menu

    I. C AL Span calibration using the internal weight ^ P. 52 GLP output function GLP. O UT ^ P. 143 Calibration of the internal weight (ATX-R series only) P. C AL ^ P. 58 „ Zero / Tare Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode.
  • Page 156 Index Symbol Comparator function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 - OL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Comparator symbol .
  • Page 157 Gross weight symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 103 Net weight symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 103 Number of pieces used for setting .
  • Page 158 Ready symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23, 41 Warming up .
  • Page 159 MEMO...
  • Page 160 Shimadzu Corporation SHIMADZU CORPORATION. lnternational Business Department SHIMADZU SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS (TAIWAN) CO., LTD. 3. Kanda-Nishikicho 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8448, Japan 11F, No. 37, Dongxing Rd., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City 11070, Taiwan Phone: 81(3)3219-5641 Fax: 81(3)3219-5710 Phone: 886-2-8768-1880 Fax: 886-2-8768-1883 SHIMADZU SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS, INC.

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