Page 1 321-78018H Apr. 2023 Electronic Balance Instruction Manual Name and Function of Components TW223L TW323L TW423L • • Installation TWC323L TWC623L • TW223LV TW323LV TW423LV • • TWC323LV TWC623LV • TW223VN TW323VN TW423VN • • Weighing TWC323VN TWC623VN • Outputting Weight Readings...
Page 2 Shimadzu does not guarantee that the WindowsDirect communication function will operate without • problems on all PCs. Shimadzu will accept no responsibility for any trouble that arises as a result of using this function. You are recommended to back up all important data and programs in advance.
Page 3 While these models are of course capable of fast and accurate weighing, the TW/TX models all use the Unibloc cells that Shimadzu started using for electronic balances in 1989, and the TXB models use our unique, newly developed and robust load cells, improving the reliability of the balances still further.
Page 4 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 5 ‹ 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 6 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.
Page 7 Calibration I want to adjust the balance so that it is very accurate after stabilization. Span Calibration and Adjustment page 58 I want to carry out calibration and output a record. Leaving a Record of Calibration page 69 I want to check the degree of drift in the balance's sensitivity. Calibration Check page 62 Printing /...
Page 8 Do not connect anything other than Do not use the balance peripheral devices specified by Shimadzu anywhere exposed to to the balance’s connector. Prohibitions explosive, combustible or Prohibitions If you do, the balance may stop working normally.
Page 9 Precautions on Use Avoid locations where the balance will be exposed to any of the following. Prohibitions You may not be able to obtain correct weight readings. Air flow from an air conditioner, ventilator, • door or window Extreme temperature changes •...
Page 10 The controls implemented as a result of security related requirements are intended to result in trusted records. Shimadzu CLASS-Balance Agent Shimadzu provides a means for compliance with 21 CFR Part 11 with Shimadzu CLASS-Balance Agent software, part of a comprehensive laboratory data management system, Shimadzu CLASS Agent.
Page 11 They will advise you regarding the equipment take-back. With your co-operation we are aiming to reduce contamination from waste electronic and electrical equipment and preserve natural resource through re-use and recycling. Do not hesitate to ask Shimadzu service representative, if you require further information. WEEE Mark...
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components ......18 ■ TW/TX Series............18 ■...
Page 13 Basic Menu Operations ........50 Entering Numerical Values ....... . 51 ■...
Page 14 Adjusting the Stability Mark ....... . 81 ■ Setting the Stability Detection Range ........81 ■...
Page 15 10 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output .....110 ■ Printing / Outputting Automatically (Auto Print Function)..... . 110 ■...
Page 16 13 FOR YOUR INFORMATION Turning the Power ON and OFF ......144 ■ Auto Power-Off Function ..........144 ■...
Page 17 MEMO...
Page 18: Before Weighing
BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components „ TW/TX Series The TW/TX Series comprises toploading electromagnetic balances with UniBloc weighing mechanism. ‹ Main body Windbreak (included with small pan models only) Even a slight breeze may affect Place the object to be weighed measurement, so the windbreak here.
Page 19: Txb Series
„ TXB Series The TXB Series comprises load cell type toploading balances that can be powered by batteries as well as AC power. ‹ Main body Level Menu operation keys Indicates the level of the Used to specify function balance. settings and menu operations.
Page 20: Operation Keys
BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components Numeric value / Symbol display Operation keys Unit display area Menu operation keys menu display area area ∗1 With the TXB series, is provided. ∗1 „ Operation Keys During Weighing During Menu Operation Press and Hold for About Press Once and Release ...
Page 21: Display Panel
„ Display Panel Display Name Description See: Lights up when the power supply voltage is low, for example Battery symbol Page 34 when the battery voltage is low. Zero tracking symbol Lit when the zero tracking function is set ON. Page 73 Page 59 Weight symbol...
Page 22: Numeric Valve Area
BEFORE WEIGHING Name and Function of Components Display Name Description See: Specific percentage Lit when the specific percentage reference has been set for Page 98 weighing symbol percentage weighing. Percentage weighing Lit during percentage weighing. Page 99 symbol *1 Applicable to only a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval *2 Using a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval, when the weight value is unstable this symbol blinks with no weight data output, when the weight value becomes...
Page 23: Installation
Installation „ Choosing the Installation Site The measuring performance of the balance is greatly influenced by the environment where it is installed. Observe the following points to ensure safe and accurate weighing. ! Caution Do not use the balance anywhere exposed to explosive, combustible or corrosive gases.
Page 24 BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Precautions on Use Avoid locations where the balance will be exposed to any of the following. Extreme temperature changes Prohibitions • Vibration from surroundings or nearby • equipment Direct sunlight • Dust, electromagnetic waves or a • magnetic field Install the balance on a strong and stable flat table or floor in the room.
Page 25: 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 26 BEFORE WEIGHING Installation Balance main body Display panel Pan [1] (with windbreak) [1] protective cover [1] (Attached to the main unit when shipped) Pan supporter [1] Underplate [1] Pan ring [1] (TWC**3L, TXC**3L only) Instruction manual [1] Menu map sheet [1] Pan with grip [1] (TWC**3L, TXC**3L only) ‹...
Page 27: Installing The Components
„ Installing the Components The procedure for fitting the components differs depending on the model of the balance. ‹ TX Series (large pan model) TX***2L Set the all-surface protective cover. Screws If the balance is used in an environment where Adhesive it gets dirty easily, use the protective cover available.
Page 28 BEFORE WEIGHING Installation ‹ TW/TX Series (small pan model) TW**3L, TX**3L TW/TX Series (carat model) TWC**3L, TXC**3L Fit the underplate. Underplate Open the glass door and insert the underplate slowly while tilting it. Be careful not to knock against the surroundings. Fit the pan ring.
Page 29 ‹ TXB Series (common to large pan models and small pan models) Fit the pan ring. Align the two pan ring notches with the Notches in the left and right on the balance main body, pan ring and engage the four projections on the pan ring in notches in the balance main body.
Page 30: Adjusting The Level Of The Balance
BEFORE WEIGHING Installation „ Adjusting the Level of the Balance The level of this balance is maintained by three-point support involving a single fixed foot at center rear on the underside of the main body and two level screws on left and right at the front of the underside of the main body.
Page 31 Turn both the level screws at the front in the same direction at the same time to center the air bubble in the level in the front/back direction. Adjust so as to bring the air bubble into the center of the circle. On turning the two level screws at the front in the clockwise The bubble moves toward direction…...
Page 32: Turning The Power On
BEFORE WEIGHING „ Turning the Power ON Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN connector on the back of the balance. Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (with the TXB series, press The display will automatically go through the changes indicated below, ending with the OFF display.
Page 33 ‹ Using batteries (TXB Series only) Remove the pan and pan supporter. Pan supporter Caution Pan ring Do not remove the pan ring. Attempting to do so could break it. Prohibitions The pan ring protects the weighing mechanism when the balance is turned over.
Page 34: Warming Up
BEFORE WEIGHING Press The whole display will light up momentarily, then the gram display will be shown. (the battery symbol) lights up at this point, the probable cause is that the battery voltage is low. Replace the batteries with new ones promptly. If you are not going to use the balance for a long time (a month or longer)…...
Page 35: Performing Span Calibration
„ Performing Span Calibration Always perform span calibration for a balance after moving it. Weights are required for span calibration of the TX and TXB series. For details on weights, see "About Weights" (^ page 140). Before performing span calibration, warm up the balance in advance. Also, carry out the adjustment at a location where there are few people moving around and there is no air flow or vibration.
Page 36 BEFORE WEIGHING return to the weighing mode. 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.
Page 37 Enter the weight value. ! 3 ! 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.) ! 2 ! 9 ! 9 .
Page 38 BEFORE WEIGHING Installation With models that feature the windbreak Place the calibration weight on the pan. Open the glass door in the windbreak, place the weight on the pan, and shut the glass door again. Wait until the flashing weight value display changes to a flashing zero.
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Page 40: 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 41 If an indication like "OL" or "-OL" appears during measurement… "Responding to Messages" (^ page 143). With models that feature the windbreak Place a container on the pan. Open the glass door in the windbreak, place the container on the pan and shut the glass door again. With the TXC323L and TXC623L, the pan with grip supplied as a standard accessory can be used.
Page 42: Outputting Weight Readings
When the GLP output function (^ page 148) is set to ON, the following information is output. • Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name TX323L Balance serial number D465412345...
Page 43: 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 Repeatedly pressing this key will cycle you through the registered units. When the balance is shipped from the factory, the only unit registered is grams (for TWC**3L 0.
Page 44: Selecting The Decimal Point Display Symbol
USING THE BALANCE Selecting the Display Display after selection The decimal place doesn't change. Note also that when one digit is removed the display area for the final digit appears as a blank. Selecting the Decimal Point Display Symbol The decimal point can be displayed as either "." (a period) or "," (a comma). Press in the weighing mode.
Page 45 Confirm and return to the weighing ! ! S ! E ! T ! mode. [SET] To select the period • The way the decimal is displayed has now changed. ! P ! E ! R ! I ! O ! D Selecting the decimal point display symbol To select the comma...
Page 46: Ending Weighing
USING THE BALANCE Ending Weighing Turning the Power OFF Establish the weighing mode. ^ "Weighing", page 40 Press If the status described below is not established, press again. With the TW/TX Series… (the ready symbol) will light and the standby mode will be established. Normally, leave the balance on standby in this state until the next weighing.
Page 47 ! Caution While [WAIT] or [SET] is displayed, on no account disconnect the AC adaptor or remove the batteries. There is a risk that data in the scale will be corrupted. Prohibitions...
Page 48: Menu Settings
MENU SETTINGS What Is the Menu? With the TW/TX/TXB series, the menu is used to efficiently select the right functions for the user's application. The Structure of the Menu The menu is divided into five groups according to the setting made. Menu Group Description Main menu...
Page 49: 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 157) and "Menu Map Sheet".
Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: Changing The Position Of The Decimal Point
MENU SETTINGS Entering Numerical Values Press twice. ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 The numerical value of the second digit from the left decreases two times, so that it changes from "2" to "1" to "0". Press ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! This confirms the entered numerical value.
Page 53: 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 157) and on the menu map sheet.
Page 54: 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 55: 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. On completion of output, the balance returns to weighing mode. SHIMADZU CORP.
Page 56: Calibration
CALIBRATION In order to weigh accurately with an electronic balance, the balance must be calibrated after it has been moved or if the room temperature has changed substantially. You are also advised to carry out calibration routinely (before use every day). Before Starting Calibration…...
Page 57 Example of registering a "calibration check using the internal weight" ! ! I . T ! E ! S ! T [CAL. E XE] [I. T EST] Example of registering a "calibration check using the external weight" ! ! E . T ! E ! S ! T [CAL.
Page 58: Span Calibration And Adjustment
CALIBRATION Span Calibration and Adjustment Adjust to achieve correct balance sensitivity using either the internal weight (TW only) or the external weight. Set the relevant "span calibration" in in advance by following the procedure in "Before Starting Calibration …" (^ page 56).
Page 59 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 60 CALIBRATION Span Calibration and Adjustment If no operation is performed within 60 seconds… "ERR C" (calibration error) is displayed. Press with the TXB series) and repeat the operation from the beginning. Enter the calibration weight value. ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 If necessary change the weight value displayed to match the weight that will be used for calibration.
Page 61 With models that feature the windbreak Place the weight on the pan. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 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.
Page 62: Calibration Check
CALIBRATION Calibration Check This means checking for drift in the sensitivity of the balance by using the internal weight (TW only) or the external weight. Set "calibration check" for in advance by following the procedure in "Before Starting Calibration …" (^ page 56).
Page 63 If "ERR C" is displayed… The calibration check has failed for one of the reasons given below. There is too large a discrepancy ‹ between the zero point of the balance and the sensitivity. A container has been placed on the ‹...
Page 64 CALIBRATION Calibration Check E.TEST ‹ Calibration check using the external weight Not applicable to a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval Press in the weighing mode. ! 3 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 (the weight symbol) will light up and the value of the weight that should be placed on the pan will flash.
Page 65 Wait until the flashing weight value display changes to a flashing zero. With models that feature the windbreak... After placing a weight on the pan or removing a weight from the pan, check that the glass door is fully shut. If "ERR C"...
Page 66: Calibration Of The Internal Weight (Tw Only)
CALIBRATION Calibration of the Internal Weight (TW Only) In the TW series, the weight for calibration is built in. The internal weight itself is calibrated on shipment from the factory, but it is possible to recalibrate it using external weights. This is called P.CAL For the range of values for the external weights that can be used, refer to "Specifications"...
Page 67 If necessary, enter a weight value. ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 If no change is to be made, proceed to step without doing anything. (If necessary, enter a weight value.) ! 2 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 51 For the range of weight values that can be used, refer to...
Page 68 CALIBRATION Calibration of the Internal Weight (TW Only) Take the calibration weight off the ! P . C ! A ! L ! 3 pan. Open the glass door of the windbreak, take the weight off the pan, and close the glass door. If "BUSY"...
Page 69: 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). The WindowsDirect communication function (^ page 116) is useful for output to a PC.
Page 70: 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 148) ON and OFF. Press for about 3 seconds. This opens the calibration menu. Select the GLP output function.
Page 71: 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 in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select setting of a balance ID. ! ! B ! A ! L .
Page 72: Functions Relating To Taring
FUNCTIONS RELATING TO TARING The TX/TXB series has the following functions relating to the zero point and taring. Make use of these functions in accordance with the weighing environment and the application. Zero / Taring Functions Zero tracking function Auto zero function Fluctuations in the zero point that occur Drift of the zero point that occurs as a result of immediately after turning the power ON and as a...
Page 73: 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 74: 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 75 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 76: 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 77: 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 78: 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 79: Selecting The Weighing Mode
Selecting the Weighing Mode TW/TX/TXB series balances have the following two types of weighing mode. Set the right mode in advance depending on the environment of use and the weighing application. Selecting the General Weighing Mode This is the fundamental mode in which response and stability are given equal emphasis. Press in the weighing mode.
Page 80: 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 TW/TX/TXB series balances feature excellent response and stability, but since response and stability are generally antagonistic, if one is prioritized it will to some extent weaken the characteristics of the other.
Page 81: Adjusting The Stability Mark
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 82: Setting The Stability Mark Lighting Timing
ADJUSTING RESPONSE AND STABILITY Adjusting the Stability Mark 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...
Page 83 Press 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. M K] Check the lighting timing setting. ! ! ! F ! A ! S ! T [FAST] Check the presence or absence of the...
Page 84: Setting Units
SETTING UNITS TW/TX/TXB series balances can be made to indicate weights in units other than the basic units of grams by switching units with the key in the weighing mode. You must register the units you will require in advance. On shipment from the factory, the only unit registered is g (grams) (for the TWC**3L and TXC**3L, it is g and ct only).
Page 85: Selecting Units To Display
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 86). Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode.
Page 86: Setting User-Specified Units
SETTING UNITS Setting User-Specified Units Not applicable to a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval Conversion Factors Numerical values (multipliers) by which the weight reading (in grams) is multiplied can be set without restriction.
Page 87: Minimum Indication
Enter the conversion factor. 1! . 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 ! 0 (Enter the conversion factor.) [SET] ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 51 ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Changing the position of the decimal point When entering a conversion factor, the position of the decimal point can be...
Page 88 SETTING UNITS Setting User-Specified Units Enter the minimum indication. ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 1 ! 0 ! 0 (Enter the smallest indication.) [SET] ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 51 ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! ! ! ! M ! I ! N .
Page 89 MEMO...
Page 90: Application Function Mode
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Application Function Mode You can choose one of the three modes indicated below to suit the application. Percentage Piece counting Formulation weighing You can set the unit weight You can measure weights This mode is convenient of the sample (item to be as a percentage of a when mixing a number of weighed) and then "count"...
Page 91: Counting Pieces By Weight (Piece Counting)
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 92 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) 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 93 Place the container on the pan and press The balance will be tared. Put a quantity of the item to be counted corresponding to the selected "number of pieces used for setting" into the container. Check that (the stability ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 mark) lights up, then confirm.
Page 94: Counting Numbers Of Pieces
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Counting Pieces by Weight (Piece Counting) 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 press to enter The piece counting symbol will light up.
Page 95: Changing A Unit Weight, Or Adding A New Unit Weight
Changing a Unit Weight, or Adding a New Unit Weight Establish the piece counting mode. ! ! ! ! ! ! 5 While the weighing mode (mode where grams or other units are displayed) is established, press to switch to the application function mode. Select the item number whose unit ! ! - ! - ! - ! ! weight you want to change, or for...
Page 96: Percentage Weighing
APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing In this mode the weight of the sample is converted to a percentage of the reference weight. The following two setting methods are available for percentage weighing. The reference weight is set as 100%. 100% Reference Specific Percentage The reference weight is set as a percentage value of your choice.
Page 97 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 98 APPLICATION FUNCTION MODE Percentage Weighing When setting the reference as a percentage of your choice… Select the specific percentage ! O ! P ! T ! I ! O ! N 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 99: Weighing Percentages
What to do if…. It is not possible to use a reference weight such that the weight corresponding to 100% is less than 100 times the minimum indication of the balance. Weighing Percentages Establish the percentage weighing ! ! 1 ! 0 ! 0 . 0 ! 0 mode.
Page 100: 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 101 When the GLP output function (^ page 148) is set to ON… The balance ID (^ page 148) other information is printed. Insert the component into the ! ! ! 0 . 3 ! 2 ! 5 container. Press ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 The weight value of the current sample (item to be weighed: element) is output / recorded and the balance is automatically tared.
Page 102 The gross weight of the components weighed up to that point is displayed for On pressing about 2 seconds. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) SHIMADZU CORP. Name of manufacturer Balance model name Balance serial number D465412345...
Page 103: Outputting Component Numbers
Outputting Component Numbers The numbers for each component are automatically assigned to the output results. Press in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode. This opens the main menu. If the ready to weigh status is not established… Perform steps of formulation (^ page...
Page 104: 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 in ready to weigh status while in the formulation mode.
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Page 106: 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 107 Enter the target value and the tolerance range with respect to the target value. ^ "Entering Numerical Values", page 51 When entering the target value: [TG. V AL] ! ! T ! G . V ! A ! L (Enter the target value.) [SET] When entering the tolerance range with respect to the target value:...
Page 108: Checkweighing Mode
COMPARATOR FUNCTION Checkweighing Mode Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Check the presence or absence of the stability mark. Select the checkweighing mode. ! C ! H ! E ! C ! K . W [TOOLS] [CHECK.
Page 109 To enter the checkweighing range lower limit value: (Enter the checkweighing range [UND. R NG] ! U ! N ! D . R ! N ! G lower limit value.) [SET] To enter the checkweighing range upper limit value: (Enter the checkweighing range [OVR.
Page 110: Connection And Communication With Peripheral Devices
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES With TW/TX/TXB series balances, weight readings, settings and other data can be output to a personal computer or a printer. This section describes some convenient functions relating to output, and how to connect the balance to a PC or printer (option).
Page 111 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. What is the current situation? What do you want to do? Stability Auto Print To Set / Update...
Page 112: Printing / Outputting Continuously (Continuous Output Function)
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Return to the weighing mode. ! ! ! 0 . 0 ! 0 ! 0 When the setting is made, the auto print symbol lights up. Place the container on the pan and press The balance will be tared.
Page 113 Select the continuous output function. ! S ! E ! Q . P ! R ! N [APL. P RN] [SEQ. P RN] Check the presence or absence of the stability mark. Continuous Output Stability Mark Function Unlit Change the setting. ! ! S ! E ! T ! ! Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF...
Page 114 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Convenient Functions Relating to Output Set whether the non-averaged ! ! N ! O ! . ! F ! I ! L value is output as a continuous output value. [MANU] [NO. F IL] Pressing alternately sets the ON and OFF settings.
Page 115 Pausing and restarting the continuous output function To pause the function, press with the TXB series). To restart it, press When OFF is set for "MANU" in step … "MANU" is set to ON when with the TXB series) is pressed and the continuous output function is temporarily stopped.
Page 116: Windowsdirect Communication Function
‹ A dedicated tool is required in order to run the WindowsDirect communication function with Windows Vista. For details, contact your Shimadzu representative. Setting the Function ‹ Making the settings at the balance When this setting is made, all of the communications settings are changed to those appropriate for WindowsDirect communication.
Page 117 There are four types of output data format. Indication Output Data Format If you have selected a format with Numerical value + [ENTER] WIN| [ENTER] appended… Numerical value, unit symbol WIN|. U + [ENTER] In some Windows applications, ENTER may cause the current window to close. Numerical value + [Tab] WIN- If this is the case, select a format with...
Page 118 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES WindowsDirect Communication Function ‹ Making the settings at the PC As an example, the settings made with Windows XP are explained here. Turn on the power to the PC Click [start] (→ [Settings]) → [Control Panel].
Page 119 Clicks [Settings]. The [Settings for SerialKeys] dialog box will be displayed. Select the serial port to be used for the connection with the balance and set the baud rate to "300". Click [OK]. Return to the [Accessibility Options] window. Click [Apply]. Wait a short time until the [Apply] character color fades.
Page 120 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES WindowsDirect Communication Function ‹ Checking operation Connect the AC adapter to the power outlet (with the TXB series, press The balance's self check display (^ page will be shown. ! ! O ! F ! F When [OFF] is displayed, press with the TXB series) ! ! ! 0 .
Page 121: Troubleshooting The Windowsdirect Communication Function
If this doesn't resolve the problem, contact your Shimadzu representative. WindowsDirect communication has been set but it is not operating at all. Check the type of communications cable used for the connection (Shimadzu authorized part or another part available on the general market) and the soundness of the connection.
Page 122: Connecting To A Pc (Rs-232C)
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Caution Use a correctly connected cable. The connection method and special accessory RS-232C cable described below do not guarantee Instructions normal operation with all types of PC. When using the WindowsDirect communication function, see "WindowsDirect Communication Function"...
Page 123: 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 131) are given below. ‹ Standard format The data format when outputting negative values (for example: -123.456 g) is as shown below.
Page 124 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) ‹ 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 125: 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 ‹...
Page 126 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) ‹ 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 ≤...
Page 127 Application weighing Command Function Cancels application weighing mode setting Piece counting PCSo Sets the piece counting (PCS) mode o: 1 to 5 mode numbers UWo = XX.XXX Sets the unit weight XX.XXX : Setting value Reads the unit weight* XXX : Reference number of UBo = XXX Sets the reference number of pieces pieces value...
Page 128 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a PC (RS-232C) Commands relating to calibration Command Function ECAL Starts external calibration ECAL.W = Sets the reference weight value (W ref) for XXX.XXX: Setting value XXX.XXX calibration ETEST Starts an external calibration check ICAL Executes calibration with the internal weight ITEST...
Page 129: Connecting To A Printer
Connecting to a Printer TW/TX/TXB series balances can be connected to the electronic printers (available as options). Outputting to a printer while simultaneously using the WindowsDirect communication function… This is possible with the EP-80 and EP-90 electronic printers. For details, refer to the printer instruction manuals.
Page 130 CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connecting to a Printer Using a verified balance as a legal measuring instrument in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval, when the weight value is unstable Communication symbol blinks with no weight data output, when the weight value becomes stable this symbol lits with weight data output.
Page 131: Communication Settings
Settings 4 Settings 5 Communication Settings Display with WIN| MODE. 1 MODE. 2 MODE. 3 MODE. 4 MODE. 5 MODE. U user-specified etc. settings Shimadzu Relevant Shimadzu Shimadzu (responses Mettler Sartorius A&D (standard) manufacturer given*) Baud rate Any required (communication 1200...
Page 132: Standard Settings (Mode)
CONNECTION AND COMMUNICATION WITH PERIPHERAL DEVICES Communication Settings Standard Settings (MODE) Make a selection from the setting combinations "MODE1" to "MODE4". Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. This opens the output menu. Select communication setting. C! O ! M ! M . S ! E ! T [COMM.
Page 133 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 134 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 135: 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 in the EU : Model with EC Type Approval Press for about...
Page 136: 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 Instructions adapter left plugged into the power outlet, you may sustain an electric shock. Main body Wipe over with a soft cloth moistened with a little neutral...
Page 137: Removing The Glass Door
Removing the Glass Door With small pan models of the TW/TX series of balances, the glass door can be removed to clean the door rails. Caution Handle the glass door with due care. Take care when handling the glass door so as not to crack it. •...
Page 138: 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 139: 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] Frequency of Once a year inspection Inspection...
Page 140: 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 TW/TX/TXB series balances, weights are used when performing calibration (^ page 56) inspections (^ page 138)
Page 141 ‹ 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 142: 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 Page 151 and voltage and make the the display panel. distribution panel is off. connections correctly.
Page 143: Responding To Messages
ON. If the same Page 32 (TW series only). message is still displayed, (Hardware error) contact your Shimadzu There is an error in the internal representative. system data. Press with the TXB The balance has a large drift of series) to return to the weighing the zero point or sensitivity.
Page 144: 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 or the power will be shut off automatically if there is no weighing or key operation during the set time. TW/TX series: The liquid crystal display goes fully off.
Page 145: 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 146: Backlight On/Off (Txb Only)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Backlight ON/OFF (TXB Only) This setting can only be made with TXB series balances (with the TW/TX series, the backlight is ON all the time). Press in the weighing mode. This opens the main menu. Select the backlight. ! ! B ! C .
Page 147: Changing The Password
Changing the Password To execute menu reset (^ page 51), to set or cancel menu lock (^ page 54), or to execute calibration of the internal weight (^ page 66), you have to input a password. "9999" is set as the default password, but this can be changed by following the procedure below. Press in the weighing mode.
Page 148: Glp Output Function
On turning the GLP output function ON, you can add the balance ID and other information to the calibration record (^ page 69) and weight reading outputs. Example printout from printer (When the GLP output function is set to ON) Name of manufacturer SHIMADZU CORP. Balance model name TX323L D465412345 Balance serial number Balance ID Weight reading 300.000g...
Page 149 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 150: Setting A Balance Id
FOR YOUR INFORMATION GLP Output Function „ Setting a Balance ID When managing multiple balances, by setting a four-digit management number (ID) and turning the GLP output function ON, you can add the balance ID to calibration records (^ page 69) and weight reading outputs.
Page 151: Specifications
Specifications „ TW/TX Series TWC323L TWC623L TW223L TW323L TW423L Model Name TX2202L TX3202L TX4202L TXC323L TXC623L TX223L TX323L TX423L 320 ct 620 ct Weighing capacity 220 g 320 g 420 g 2200 g 3200 g 4200 g (64 g) (124 g) Minimum 0.001 ct 0.001 ct...
Page 152 FOR YOUR INFORMATION TWC323LV TWC623LV TW223LV TW323LV TW423LV TXC323LV TXC623LV TX223LV TX323LV TX423LV TX2202LV TX3202LV TX4202LV Model Name TWC323VN TWC623VN TW223VN TW323VN TW423VN TX2202VN TX3202VN TX4202VN TXC323VN TXC623VN TX223VN TX323VN TX423VN g Accuracy class Capacity 124g 220g 320g 420g 2200g...
Page 153: Txb Series
„ TXB Series Model Name TXB222L TXB422L TXB622L TXB2201L Weighing capacity 220 g 420 g 620 g 2200 g Minimum indication 0.01 g 0.1 g Range of external weights for 100 - 220 g 100 - 420 g 100 - 620 g 1000 - 2200 g calibration Repeatability...
Page 154: Maintenance Parts
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Maintenance Parts „ TW/TX Series ‹ Maintenance parts list Part Name Part Number (P/N) Remarks Pan (large pan) 321-64587 Pan (small pan) 321-41418-10 Pan (carat) 321-41225 TW/TX series for carat use Pan with grip 321-41906-01 TW/TX series for carat use Pan ring 321-41205-11 TW/TX series for carat use...
Page 155: Txb Series
„ TXB Series ‹ Maintenance parts list Part Name Part Number (P/N) Remarks Pan (large pan) 321-63871 Pan (small pan) 321-41418-10 Pan supporter (large pan) 321-63873 Pan supporter (small pan) 321-63835 Pan ring (large) 321-63830 Pan ring (small) 321-63831 Battery cover 321-63838 ‹...
Page 156: List Of Functions That Can Be Used In Combination
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Maintenance Parts 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...
Page 157: 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 details on the organization of the menu settings and the method of operation of the menu, see "3.
Page 158: Main Menu
FOR YOUR INFORMATION „ Main Menu Press in the weighing mode. General weighing mode General weighing mode STAND ^ P. 79 P. 79 Pouring mode Pouring mode POURING ^ P. 79 P. 79 WIN| WIN|. U WIN- WIN-. U ^ P. 116 P.
Page 159: Data Output Menu
„ Data Output Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. WIN| WIN|. U WIN- WIN-. U ^ P.116 P.116 WindowsDirect communication function WindowsDirect communication function APL. P RN AUTO. P RN LD. . On Ld On Ld LD.
Page 160: Unit Setting Menu
FOR YOUR INFORMATION Menu Map „ Unit Setting Menu Press for about 3 seconds in the weighing mode. UNIT- ^ P. 85 P. 85 Other units cannot be selected in some Other units cannot be selected in some countries due to legal restrictions. countries due to legal restrictions.
Page 161 MEMO...
Page 162 Index Symbol Checkweighing range upper limit value . .108 - OL ......143 Command .
Page 163 Menu lock ......54 Menu lock symbol ....21, 54 General weighing mode .
Page 164 Percentage of the reference weight ..96 Percentage weighing ....99 Target mode ......106 Percentage weighing symbol .
Page 165 MEMO...
Page 166 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.

Shimadzu TW223LV Instruction Manual

1 Before Weighing

2 Using the Balance

3 Menu Settings

4 Calibration

5 Functions Relating to Taring

6 Adjusting Response and Stability

7 Setting Units

8 Application Function Mode

9 Comparator Function

10 Connection and Communication with Peripheral Devices

11 Maintenance

12 Troubleshooting

13 For Your Information

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