Competence series; gem plus series; cp series; gc series; gp series; electronic semimicro- and analytical precision balances and precious metal scales (88 pages)
Intended Use Contents The Factory Series from Sartorius offers with the following additional functions: 2 Intended Use precision scales for measuring mass – Second tare memory 2 Contents (weight). The scales in this series have – Identifier 3 Warning and Safety Information capacities ranging from 1mg to 64 kg.
Print key with liquid. Outputs displayed values or data a Alphabetic keys logs to the serial communications – Connect only Sartorius accessories and Please see section on “Text Input” and|or printer port options, as these are optimally designed e On|off key .
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Operating Design Text Input Function Keys (Soft Keys) Operation § To enter numbers: The current function of soft keys is see the section on “Numeric Input” indicated in the bottom line of the Display for Weights and display (footer). Calculated Values §...
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Bar Graph: Tare Memory, Calculated Values: Display for Menu Parameter Settings The bar graph indicates how much of the The symbols displayed here indicate (Setup) scale’s capacity is “used up” by the current when there is a value in one of the tare This display is divided into three sec- load;...
Operating Design To set a parameter: Data Output Error Codes Press the soft key repeatedly If you press a key that has no function, until the desired setting is selected or which is blocked at a certain point Your Factory scale is equipped with (displayed inversely) in an application program, this error is an interface port for connecting your...
FC06BBE-S added speed and accuracy: Unpacking the Scale – Complete scale with data interface port – Avoid placing the scale in close prox- After unpacking the scale, check it –...
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– on the retainer, which is then fastened to the front of the scale – on the retainer separately from the scale FC06BBE-S, FC6CCE-H, FC2CCE-S, FC12CCE-S, FC6CCE-S Mounting the Control Unit and Column § Fasten the display unit to the retainer using the two Phillips head screws supplied §...
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Fastening the Display and Control Unit to the Front of the Weighing Platform or Mounting It Separately § Turn the scale over and place it on a cushioned surface to prevent damage to the weighing system § Fasten the retainer to the display and control unit using the two Phillips head screws 1 (M4x12) §...
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Getting Started Fastening the Display and Control Unit to the Front of the Weighing Platform § Turn the scale over and place it on a cushioned surface to prevent damage to the weighing system § Remove the column retainer from the scale §...
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Installing the Components FC06BBE-S § Place the following components on the scale in the order given below: – Dust cover – Place the shield ring on the scale and turn it counterclockwise until it is securely positioned in place – Load plate support –...
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Getting Started Connecting the Scale to AC Power § Check the voltage rating and the plug design – If they do not match, contact your Sartorius office or dealer Use only: – Original Sartorius AC adapters – Power supplies approved by a certified or authorized technician...
Fastening an Antitheft Locking Device $ Models FC06BBE-S, FC6CCE-H, FC2CCE-S, FC12CCE-S, and FC6CCE-S only. To fasten an antitheft locking device, use the lug located on the rear panel of the scale. § Secure the scale at the place of installation, e.g., with a chain or a lock.
Configuration Purpose Configuring the Scale for Use You can configure the scale to meet in Legal Metrology individual requirements by entering user Set the menu access switch as described data and setting parameters in the Setup below to configure the following program.
Navigating in the Setup Menu (Examples) Example: Adapting the scale to “Extreme vibration” Step Press key(s) (or follow instructions) Display/Output 1. Select Setup menu 2. Confirm “Balance/scale functions” O soft key q, then 3. Select menu item “Adapt filter” O soft key and confirm 4.
BAL.FUNC. Setting the Scale Functions ( Purpose Preparation Extra Functions § Exit the Setup menu: This menu item enables you to Show available scale functions: § Select Setup menu: press the H key configure the scale functions, i.e., press the soft key to meet individual requirements by >...
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Setting the Scale Functions (Overview) Setup - Calibration / Cal/isoTST key function External calibration/adjustment**; Scale adjustment with factory-defined calibration weight functions External calibration/adjustment**; user-defined weight ο Internal calibration/adjustment Cal key blocked reproTEST Selection mode for cal./adjustment) Calibration/ Calibrate, then auto adjust adjustment sequence ο...
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Setup – Weight unit 1* ο Grams /g** Scale ο Kilograms /kg** functions Carats /ct* Pounds /lb* Ounces /oz* Troy ounces /ozt* Hong Kong taels /tlh* Singapore taels /tls* Taiwanese taels /tlt* Grains /GN* Pennyweights /dwt* Milligrams /mg* Parts per pound //lb* Chinese taels /tlc* Momme /mom* Austrian carats /K*...
DEVICE Setting the Device Parameters ( Purpose Preparation Entering or Changing a Password This menu item enables you to Display available device parameters – Let’s assume that a password (with configure the scale to meet individual 8 characters max.) has already been §...
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Extra Functions § New password: Enter the numbers § Exit the Setup menu: and/or letters for the new password press the soft key (8 characters max.) > Restart the application (If “none" is displayed, this means no password has been assigned.) To delete §...
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DEVICE Setting the Device Parameters ( Device Parameters (Overview) o factory setting √ user-defined setting Setup – Device parameters Password: None Enter 8 characters max. User ID: None Enter 20 characters max. Clock Time: Enter hh.mm.ss Date: Enter dd.mm.yy or mm.dd.yy (01.01.97) Interfaces Serial...
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Setup – Device parameters Interfaces Function: Print key external switch ο Tare key Calibration key F1 function key (Right soft key) Clear function key c F2 function key (2nd soft key from the right) Function: Input control ports ο Output Display Contrast Select contrast (0 to 4):...
Application Setting the Application Parameters ( Purpose Preparation Extra Functions § Exit the Setup menu: This menu item enables you to Display available application configure the scale, i.e., adapt the scale parameters: press the soft key to your individual requirements by >...
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Application Parameters (Overview) ο factory settings √ user-defined setting Setup – Application 1 Off (weighing only) Application (Basic settings) Toggle wt. units Weight unit 1 ο Grams /g** parameters Kilograms /kg** Carats /ct* Pounds /lb* Ounces /oz* Troy ounces /ozt* Hong Kong taels /tlh* Singapore taels /tls* Taiwanese taels /tlt*...
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Application Setting the Application Parameters ( Setup – Application 1 ο Counting Accuracy – Average ο Display accuracy Application (Basic settings) piece weight calcu- + 1 decimal place parameters lation (resolution) + 2 decimal places Average piece weight updating Manual ο...
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ο On Application 3 see following pages )=For details on using the “Differential Weighing” application, please refer to the operating instructions for Master LA balances, available on request from Sartorius or by Internet download (www.sartorius.com Laboratory Mechatronics Downloads; file name: “LA.pdf”).
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Application Setting the Application Parameters ( Setup – Application 3 Application (Data records) ο Totalizing Automatic storage o Off parameters On, first value at stability On, last value at stability On, value bet. 70% – 130% at stability Minimum load for None automatic storage ο...
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Setup – Application 3 Statistics Automatic storage ο Off Application (Data records) On, first value at stability parameters parameters On, last value at stability On, value 70% – 130% at stability Minimum load for None automatic storage ο 10 digits 20 digits 50 digits 100 digits...
PRINTOUT Selecting the Printout Function ( Purpose Preparation Extra Functions § Exit the Setup menu: This menu item enables you to Display available printout parameters configure the printout to meet your press the soft key § Select the Setup menu: press H individual requirements by selecting >...
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Printout Parameters (Overview) o factory setting √ user-defined setting Setup – Application- Stability parameter Without stability Printout defined ο With stability Print on request, ο Off then tare Auto print upon ο Off initialization All values (of the application) Only main values Configured printout See separate chapter starting on the next page FlexPrint...
Printout Configuration Purpose Features You can turn off automatic printout This menu item enables you to configure – Maximum items in a data record: 60 generation in the Setup menu individual printout formats. With the [Application parameters: Application 1: formulation, totalizing and statistics –...
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Practical Example: Configure an Individual Printout for Counting Application to Include Dotted Line, Date/Time, Piece Count and Net Weight Step Press key(s) Display/Output (or follow instructions) H, then 1. Select Setup menu, “Printout” repeatedly and soft key 2. Confirm “Application-defined soft key output”...
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Printout Configuration Data Items for the Printout: Data Items for the Printout: Parameter Display text Indiv. Comp. Total Parameter Display text Indiv. Comp. Total Blank line Blank line** With the “Check- weighing” application: -------- Dotted line** Target Target value Minimum Form feed Minimum value Form feed*...
The weight block for legal metrology > Original settings are restored is not printed by this print file. > Display of version number: V.xx.xx.xx Created by Sartorius: V.S.xx.xx.xx § Return to SETUP overview: press the soft key § Exit Setup menu:...
MP8 Interface Emulation Purpose Features Factory Settings With the MP8 interface emulation – The scale can be used only to determine function, you can connect peripheral weights. Each parameter category has a factory devices of the MP8 generation that – The interface communicates exclusively setting.
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MP8 Interface Emulation Parameters (Overview) ο Factory setting √ User-defined setting Setup – Scale operating see page 18 menu Interface Device parameters Password, see page 22 User ID, Date/time Interfaces Function: external switch see page 23 Function: control ports see page 23 Display, Keys, see page 23 Extra functions...
Preparation – Assigning IDs to weights § Turn on the scale: Press e – Printing weights > The Sartorius logo is displayed – Printing ID codes for weights $ To tare the scale, if desired: Press t Factory Settings > The...
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Additional Functions In addition to the functions: – alphanumeric input – taring (not during alphanumeric input) – printing you can also access the following function from the weighing application: Calibration § Press isoTST > See the section on “Calibration/ Adjustment” for further instructions. Practical Examples Example W1: Simple weighing Step...
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Example W2 Enter “ABC123” as sample ID Note: – The sample ID generally applies to one weighing operation only – The ID is deleted after data output Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output Initial status (scale unloaded) (ID can also be entered while scale is loaded) 1.
Device Parameters Password Universal Remote Switch Control Port Function You can enter a password to block You can connect an external universal You can connect either a checkweighing access to the operating menu and to remote switch (foot switch) to one of display or an external universal switch the functions for ID code input and the two serial ports.
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Device Parameters Display Keys MP8 Interface Emulation You can configure the display for your You can assign different functions to the c key for deleting input and individual needs. Purpose applications. With the MP8 interface emulation The contrast can be adjusted in 5 levels: function, you can connect peripheral Contrast When you delete applications, you can...
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Calibration/Adjustment “isoTEST” Purpose Available Features You can have the scale automatically Calibration is the determination of the You can start the isoTEST function display an adjustment prompt after a difference between the weight readout at the press of a key to check a scale certain time interval has elapsed since and the true weight (mass) of a sample.
Calibration/Adjustment Preparation Select the scale function for “calibration/adjustment”: press H Balance/scale functions To select the : press the soft key Calibration/adjustment Select : press the soft key Calibration/ CAL key function Ext. cal./adj.: default wt. adjustment Ext. cal./adj.: user-defined wt. ο...
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Set the parameters for calibration and adjustment; e.g., with manual calibration/adjustment Step Press key(s) Display/Output (or follow instructions) 1. Switch on the scale, Sartorius logo and self-test if not already on 2. Select the Setup menu 3. Select “Balance/scale functions” soft key 4. Select “Calibration/adjustment”...
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Calibration/Adjustment Step Press key(s) Display/Output (or follow instructions) 9. Confirm calibration and soft key adjustment sequence = last setting selected 10. Select other settings, if desired soft keys and confirm (e.g., Calibration with manual adjustment) 11. Exit Cal./adjustment sequence soft key 12.
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Internal Calibration/Adjustment Calibration and Adjustment Sequence Internal First set either In the Setup menu, you can configure cal./adjustment the scale so that: Selection mode (factory – calibration is always followed setting) in the Setup menu under automatically by adjustment Calibrate, then auto “Scale functions: Calibration/ adjust adjustment: CAL key function.”...
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Calibration/Adjustment Selecting the Calibration/Adjustment – External calibration/adjustment § Start the desired routine: Parameter with the preset calibration weight: isoTST Press the soft key again Selection mode Ext. cal./adj.; The setting factory-def. wt. must be selected in the Setup menu under “Scale functions: Calibration/adjustment: CAL key function.”...
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External Calibration/Adjustment* with a You can define a weight for calibration/ The scale has a factory-set weight value User-Defined Calibration Weight adjustment. External calibration/adjust- (see “Specifications”). Ext. First set either ment must be performed with weights that cal./adj.;user-defined are traceable to a national standard and To reset a user-defined calibration or Selection mode that have error limits which are at least 1/3...
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Calibration/Adjustment isoCAL: Automatic Calibration and Adjustment In the Setup menu, you can configure Automatic Calibration and Adjustment at Specific Times the scale so that after calibration and On and reset First set either In the Setup under “Scale functions: adjustment the application Calibration/adjustment: Start automatic –...
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-------------------- GLP header Printout for Calibration/Adjustment 13.05.1997 09:17 You can have the results of a calibration/ SARTORIUS adjustment procedure printed out. Mod. FC6CCE-H You can configure whether the printout Ser. no. 70419914 is generated as soon as the procedure Ver. no.
The “reproTEST” function automatically display identical readouts when it is loaded determines the repeatability of results > The Sartorius logo is displayed several times with the same weight under (based on 6 individual measurements). > The scale performs a self-test constant ambient conditions.
Application Programs Preparation Using Verified Scales as Legal Scales used as legal measuring instruments: grams and kilograms are the only weight Measuring Instruments in the EU*: units available All application programs can be selected on scales used as legal measuring Standard scales: The following weight units are available in both ranges: instruments.
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Additional Functions Calibration/Adjustment § Press the isoTST In addition to the functions for: soft key > See “Calibration/Adjustment” – alphanumeric input, for further instructions – taring (not during alphanumeric input), Toggling to the Next Application § Press D – printing (NUM print; S ID), >...
Counting Purpose Available Features Factory Settings With the Counting program you can – Optional scale configuration in Setup Accuracy when calculating piece weight: Display accuracy determine the number of pieces of for automatically initializing this approximately equal weight. application and loading the most recent reference sample quantity “nRef”...
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$ To perform reference updating: press the Opt. soft key $ Turn on the scale: press e > Sartorius logo is displayed Select the Counting application in the Setup menu: press H Application parameters Select the : press the...
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Practical Example Determining an Unknown Piece Count; Weighing in the Preset Reference Sample Quantity Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Counting: Average piece weight updating: Manual Setup: Printout: Application defined: Auto print on init.: All values Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output...
Weighing in Percent Purpose Available Features Factory Settings This application program allows you to – Reference percentage “pRef” loaded Storage parameter: Display accuracy obtain weight readouts in percent from long-term memory when you turn which are in proportion to a reference on the scale Digits displayed with percentage: 2 digits...
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> See “Calibration/Adjustment” for Turn on the scale: press e further instructions > Sartorius logo is displayed Toggling to the Next Application Press D Select the Weighing in percent application in the Setup menu: press H > See the section on the corresponding...
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Weighing in Percent Examples Practical Example: Weighing in Percent with Reference Weight Taken From Weight on Scale Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Weighing in percent Setup: Printout: Application-defined: Auto print on init: All values Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output...
Animal Weighing Purpose – Optional scale configuration in the Factory Settings Use this program to determine the Setup menu for automatically initializing Animal activity: 5% of the animal/object weights of unstable samples (e.g., live this application when you turn on the animals) or to determine weights under scale Automatic...
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Preparation Additional Functions Turn on the scale: press e In addition to the functions for: > Sartorius logo is displayed – alphanumeric input, Select the Animal weighing application in the Setup menu: press H – taring (not during alphanumeric input), §...
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Practical Example Determining Animal Weight With Automatic Start of 20 Subweighing Operations for Averaging; Automatic Printout of the Number of Subweighing Operations and of the Animal Weight Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Animal weighing: Animal activity: Active Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Animal weighing: Printout: Average and calculated values Setup: Printout: Application-defined: Auto print upon initialization: All values Step...
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Animal Weighing Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output After 20 subweighing operations the arithmetic average (xNet) is display mDef: no. of subweighs mDef Mul: calculation factor xNet: arithm. average, net value xNet 69.72 g xRes: calculated value) xRes 69.72 o 8. Unload the scale Remove animal from cage 9.
Recalculation Purpose Available Features – After the amounts of the components With this application program you can – Individual components (up to 99) already weighed have been corrected, compensate for over-poured components weighed in with a readout showing weighing continues according to in formulation.
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Factory Settings Preparation § Turn on the scale: press e Print application parameters (automatic output of application parameters): > Sartorius logo is displayed all values Select the Recalculation application in the Setup menu: press H Printout configuration: for other Calculation...
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Practical Example When weighing in formulation components, the second component is over-poured. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Recalculation Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 1. Delete previously stored values, if necessary 2.
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Recalculation Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 10.60 1 0 . 6 0 … or enter the desired value Comp. 9. Confirm the new value soft key Comp1 + 25.08 g Comp2 + 12.42 g RekD 1.01226 Follow-on filling amount for first component is displayed 10.
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Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output Add.6 14. … and store soft key Comp1 + 25.08 g (here, e.g., the 6th component) Comp2 + 10.73 g RekD 1.01226 RCom1 + 25.39 g Comp3 + 22.03 g Comp4 + 31.49 g Comp5 + 107.50 g Comp6 + 812.61 g...
Turn on the scale: press e toggle between weight and calculated value) > Sartorius logo is displayed – The are four operators (+, –, *, /) and Select the Calculation application program in the Setup menu: press H one factor (weight value) available...
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Practical Example Calculate the gsm weight of paper: determine the gsm of a sheet of A4 paper with the dimensions 0.210 m + 0.297 m = 0.06237 m . The gsm weight is a product of the division of the weight by the surface area. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Calculation Step...
Checkweighing Purpose Available Features – Weight value in bar graph displayed in This program is used to check whether – Optional configuration in the Setup relation to upper and lower limits and a sample corresponds to a pre-set menu for long-term storage of target target value.
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Preparation Response of Control Lines During Checkweighing The checkweighing program often requires a target value for comparison Configurations: with the current value. This target has – always on a tolerance range, which is defined by – activated at stability absolute weight values. The tolerance range is defined as either an absolute value or a percentage with upper and Pin G: lighter...
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Preparation Additional Functions Turn on the scale: press e In addition to the functions for: > Sartorius logo is displayed – alphanumeric input, (not during initialization), Select the Checkweighing application in the Setup menu: press H – taring (not during alphanumeric input) §...
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Practical Example Checkweighing samples of 170 g, with an allowable tolerance of –5 g and +10 g. Printout of upper and lower tolerance limits. Weighed values are printed out automatically when stability is reached and weight value is within the control range. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 2: Checkweighing: Automatic printout of OK values: Yes Step...
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Checkweighing Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 1 8 0 9. Enter value for upper limit (170 g + 10 g) and store soft key Setp 170.00 g 165.00 g 180.00 g 10. Weigh sample Place sample in container (in this case 169.48 g) 169.48 g If the weight value had been too low, the display would have...
– Time-controlled activation of scale Preparation functions: Turn on the scale: press e > The Sartorius logo is displayed – one time only, at a given time Select the “Time-controlled functions” application in the Setup menu: press H Setting= is displayed in the...
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Practical Example Document the amount of evaporation of a sample with defined surface, temperature and air pressure at preset intervals of 1 minute, 30 seconds. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 2: Time-controlled functions Setup: Menu: Scale functions: Taring: Without stability Setup: Menu: Print in weighing mode: Manual/auto print mode: Manual without stability Step...
Totalizing Purpose – Optional automatic storage of meas- Factory Settings This application program acts as a ured values Automatic storage: cumulative memory function. Storage of measured value is indicated Minimum load for automatic storage: 20 digits You can use the “Totalizing” applica- tion in combination with a program indicates that you can place a load chosen from Application 1 (e.g., count-...
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Preparation Additional Functions Turn on the scale: press e In addition to the functions for: > Sartorius logo is displayed – alphanumeric input, Select the Totalizing application program in the Setup menu: press H – taring (not during alphanumeric input),...
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Practical Example Totalize counted pieces Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 2: OFF Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Totalizing: Evaluated values: Net + calculated Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Totalizing: Evaluation mode, MR function: Final evaluation, display + print Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output...
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Totalizing Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 9. Store piece count soft key isoTST -------------------- 16.01.1997 11:06 1764.45 g 50 pcs 10. Unload the scale Remove parts from the scale 11. Place another load of parts Place parts on the scale on the scale (e.g., 60 pcs) isoTST 12.
Formulation Purpose Storage of measured value is indicated Factory Settings With this application program you Automatic storage: can add weight values and calculated values to a totalization memory as indicates that you can place a load Minimum load for automatic storage: 20 digits components of a formula.
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Additional Functions Turn on the scale: press e In addition to the functions for: – alphanumeric input, > Sartorius logo is displayed – taring (not during alphanumeric input), Select the Formulation application program in the Setup menu: press H – printing,...
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Practical Example Weighing in Components Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Formulation: Automatic storage: On, first value at stability Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Formulation: Minimum load for automatic storage: 100 digits Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Formulation: Evaluation mode, MR function: Final evaluation, print Step Key (or instruction)
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Formulation Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 8. Weigh in the next component Place components Comp2 + 50.80 g (here: 50.80 g) in container Components are stored in the totalization memory at stability and printed out Scale is tared automatically isoTST 9.
Statistics Purpose – Optional configuration in the Setup Source of data for auto storage: Application 1 With this application program you can menu for stability-dependent storage of have weight values and calculated val- the measured value: Scale functions: Stability range ues totalized and statistically evaluated.
Additional Functions Turn on the scale: press e In addition to the functions for: – alphanumeric input, > Sartorius logo is displayed – taring (not during alphanumeric input), Select the Statistics application program in the Setup menu: press H – printing,...
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Practical Example Totalize counted pieces and print out statistics Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 1: Counting: Average piece weight updating: Manual Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Statistics: Evaluated values: Calculated Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Statistics: Evaluation mode, MR function: Final evaluation, display + print Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output...
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Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 9. Store piece count soft key isoTST -------------------- 16.01.1997 11:06 35 pcs 10. Unload the scale Remove parts from the scale 11. Place another load of parts Place parts on the scale on the scale (e.g., 29 pcs) isoTST 12.
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Turn on the scale: press e – Store a numeric value in the second tare memory (input using the numeric > Sartorius logo is displayed keys) Select Extra function (F4) or Extra function (F5) in the Setup menu: press H –...
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Additional Functions Practical Example Determine the Contents of Bottles: Bottle weight = 400 g. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Extra function(F4): 2nd tare memory: Automatic printout: Tare/preset tare Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 1.
Individual Identification Codes (ID) Purpose – You can assign this function to the Factory Settings for ID Designations ID1: ID1 With this function you can assign fourth or fifth soft key (from the right), ID2: ID2 identifiers to values for documentation i.e.
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Individual Identification Codes (ID) Preparation Turn on the scale: press e > Sartorius logo is displayed Select Extra function (F4) or Extra function (F5) in the Setup menu: press H Application parameters Select : press the soft key 2 x,...
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Example Include company address and sample lot number on the printout. Each ID line begins with the name. Print this ID for each net value. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Extra function (F4): Identification codes Setup: Input: ID1: Company Setup: Input: ID2: Location Setup: Input: ID3: Street...
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ID values a ... Enter name of company (here: Sartorius) See also page 40 a, l soft key 10. Confirm 11. Repeat steps 9 and 10 for LOCATION: GOETTINGEN...
With this function you can load weight values and calculation results directly from Application 1 (e.g., counting, > Sartorius logo is displayed weighing in percent) or Application 2 (checkweighing, time-controlled func- Select Extra function (F4) or Extra function (F5) in the Setup menu:...
Turn on the scale: press e – Use the alphanumeric keypad to search for and display individual data records. > Sartorius logo is displayed – You can assign this function to the Select Extra function (F4) or Extra function (F5) in the Setup menu:...
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Practical Example Create a New Base Data Record for Initializing the Checkweighing Program, Including: Target Value, Minimum, Maximum Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Extra function (F4): Product data memory Setup: Application parameters: Application 2: Checkweighing Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output...
§ Turn on the scale: press the e key The YAD02IS “Nice Label Express” pressed during evaluation (info window) software from Sartorius lets you load in Totalizing and Statistics applications. § Configure FlexPrint in Setup: user-defined label printing formats and –...
Combining Applications The following table summarizes the possibilities for combination of the application programs described here. Each line stands for one combination. The weighing function is generally available, and does not have to be combined with a calculating function. Application 1 Application 2 Application 3 (data records and (basic settings)
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Using Applications in Combination Example: Checkweighing with statistical evaluation You want to check a piece count, and have the results that lie within the tolerance range statistically evaluated and printed as an ISO/GMP- compliant record. Settings (changes in the factory settings required for this example): Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Statistics: Automatic storage: On, first value at stability Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Statistics: Source of data for auto storage: Application 2 Setup: Application parameters: Application 3: Statistics: Evaluated value: Calculated...
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Step Key (or instruction) Display/Output 5. Initialize Checkweighing Toggle to Checkweighing Param. 6. Enter target, minimum and soft key 1 0, maximum values (here: target: soft key 10 pcs; minimum: 7 pcs; soft key maximum: 12 pcs) 7. Store input soft key Setp 10 pcs...
Data Output Functions There are 3 options for data output: – Output to the display and control unit – Output to a printer (generate a printout) – Output to a peripheral device (e.g., computer) via the interface port Output to the Display and Control Unit The display is divided into 9 sections.
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Measured Value Line This line shows: 1250é – The current weight value (bordered values are invalid in legal metrology) – Calculated values (e.g., piece count) =W*18.3*0.9 – User input (e.g., lot number, equation) Weight Unit Display This section shows: – The current weight unit (e.g., kg) –...
Sartorius printer: Optimizing interfaces: – Use the highest possible baud rate – YDP02 – YDP03 –...
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Ser. no. 60419914 Always on Scale serial number Ver. no. 01-35-18 Software vers. (display and control unit) The record is output to a Sartorius Scale ID no. -------------------- YDP03-0CE Data Printer or a computer. Dotted line L ID 12345678901234 Weighing series no.
RS-232 cables purchased from other Network address**: 0, 1, 2, ..., 30, 31 manufacturers often have incorrect pin assignments for use with Sartorius Data output format of the scale: 16 or 22 characters scales. Be sure to check the pin assign-...
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Line Format (Data Output Format) Output Format With 16 Characters You can output the values displayed in the measured value line and the weight Display segments that are not activated are output as spaces. Characters without a decimal unit with or without a data ID code point are output without a decimal point.
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Interface Description Data output example: + 1255.7 g ID code characters I Position 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Stat Status CR LF Identifier L ID Weighing series no. Position 1: Plus or minus sign or space W ID Weight set number Position 2: Space...
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Data Input Format Format 1 You can connect a computer to your scale to send commands via the scale interface port Meaning to control scale functions and applications. Weighing mode 1 Weighing mode 2 The commands sent are control commands and may have different formats; e.g., control Weighing mode 3 commands can have up to 26 characters.
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Interface Description Synchronization Handshake Transmitting Device: During data communication between the The scale interface (Sartorius Scale Once XOFF has been received, it prevents scale and an on-line device (computer), Interface = SBI) has transmit and receive further transmission of characters. When messages consisting of ASCII characters are buffers.
Female Interface Connector Pin Assignment Chart 12-contact, with screw-lock hardware for cable gland Male Connector Required Type C091D, 12-pin round male connector with screw-lock hardware, Amphenol (IP65); Sartorius order no.: 69QC0010. 12-pin round 25-pin RS-232 signal RS-485* signal connector adapter...
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Cabling Diagram (adapter cable Pin Assignment: – round – DB25-scale) Order No. YCC01-0016M3 Pin 1: Signal ground Female interface connector: Pin 2: Data output (TxD) 25-contact, D-Submini DB25S Pin 3: Data input (RxD) with screw lock hardware Pin 4: Signal return (TxD/RxD) Pin labeling of the 25-contact Pin 5: Clear to send (CTS) D-SUB connector:...
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Cabling Diagram For connecting a computer or peripheral device to the scale using RS-232C/V24 for data transfer over distances of up to 15 m (approx. 50 ft). Warning: connect only the pins indicated here; do not connect any other pins: Scale, Computer, 9-contact 12-pin, round...
Allow the scale to warm up again Cal./adj. interrupt be completed within a certain time and repeat the adjustment process Err 05 Built-in calibration weight does Contact your local Sartorius not return to its initial position Service Center following calibration Err 06 Built-in calibration weight Contact your local Sartorius Int.
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The scale is not level Level the scale The dust cover is caught under the See “Replacing the Dust Cover” in weighing pan the chapter “Care and Maintenance” If any other errors occur, please contact your local Sartorius Service Center.
Care and Maintenance Service Replacing the Dust Cover Regular servicing by a Sartorius > Instructions for replacing technician will extend the service life of a damaged dust cover your scale and ensure its continued weighing accuracy. Sartorius can offer FC06BBE-S...
Overview General Views of the Scales FC06BBE-S(0CE) The “0CE” suffix appended to the model number indicates a verified or verifiable scale model Designation Order no. Designation Order no. for replacement for replacement Display and control unit Toggle key for alphabetic input...
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Overview General Views of the Scales FC6CCE-H(0CE), FC2CCE-S(0CE), FC12CCE-S(0CE), FC6CCE-S(0CE) The “0CE” suffix appended to the model number indicates a verified or verifiable scale model Designation Order no. Designation Order no. for replacement for replacement Display and control unit Toggle key for alphabetic input Load plate 69 LP0007 On/off key...
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General Views of the Scales FCG34EDE-H, FCG34EDE-P, FCG16EDE-H, FCG12EDE-P, FCG64EDE-S, FCG64EDE-H Order no. Designation Designation for replacement Level indicator Weight display AC jack Leveling foot 69 LC0093 Interface port Metrological ID label Tare key (only on verified models) Function keys Load plate Print key Display and control unit...
7-bit ASCII, 1 start bit, 1 or 2 stop bits Parity: odd, even or space Transmission rates: 150 to 19,200 baud Handshake: Software or hardware Model-Specific Specifications: Model FC06BBE-S, FC6CCE-H, FC2CCE-S, FC12CCE-S, FC6CCE-S, FC06BBE-S0UR* FC6CCE-H0UR* FC2CCE-S0UR* FC12CCE-S0UR* FC6CCE-S0UR* Readability 0.001 0.01...
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Model FCG64EDE-H, FCG34EDE-H, FCG16EDE-H, FCG64EDE-H0UR* FCG34EDE-H0UR* FCG16EDE-H0UR* Readability Weighing capacity Max. overload capacity Tare range (subtractive) – 64 – 34 – 16 Preload that can be electronically compensated for (without restricting the weighing capacity) Max. preload at the beginning of ca.
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Specifications Verified Models with EC Type Approval General Specifications AC power source/power requirements AC adapter, 230 or 115 V, +15% ... –20% Frequency 48–60 Hz Operating temperature range +10 ... +30 °C (+50 ... +86 °F) Adaptation to ambient conditions By selection of 1 of 4 optimized filter levels Display update 0.1 –...
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Model FCG34EDE-H0CE FCG16EDE-H0CE FCG34EDE-P0CE FCG12EDE-P0CE FCG64EDE-S0CE Type isoTEST in conjunction with BF BF Accuracy class * Scale interval d* 0.1/0.2/0.5 0.1/0.2 Max. weighing capacity* 8/16/34 6/12 Verification scale interval e* Min. capacity* <100% of the max. weighing capacity Tare range (subtractive) Max.
Dimensions (Scale Drawings) FC06BBE-S (0CE) FC6CCE-H (0CE), FC2CCE-S (0CE) All dimensions are given in millimeters.
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FC12CCE-S (0CE), FC6CCE-S (0CE) FCG64EDE-H, FCG34EDE-H, FCG16EDE-H, FCG34EDE-P, FCG12EDE-P, FCG64EDE-S (0CE) All dimensions are given in millimeters.
12-pin round socket for a report printer and 5-pin DIN socket to interface a PC keyboard as a barcode scanner via keyboard interface - to be installed exclusively by Sartorius! Dual data interface RS-232 for models of the FCG-EDE range...
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YCC01-18M3 unit (for FC-EDE scales) Adapter cable, 3 m; round connector to RS-232, 25-pin D-Submini YCC01-0016M3 port; for connecting the scale to Sartorius accessories Extension cable IP65; 12-pin round male connector to YCC01-01ISM6 12-contact round female connector; length: 6 m...
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Accessories (Options) Description Order no Software SartoConnect software program YSC01I (for transferring weighing data to a PC that runs under Windows ® 95/98/NT and for further editing in application programs), incl. interface cable (1.5 m) for connecting the scale to a PC (12/9-pin) SartoConnect with 5-m cable YSC01I5 SartoConnect with 15-m cable...
European Union and the Signatories for weighing instruments that have been of the Agreement on the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC verified by Sartorius for use as legal meas- Economic Area. “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)” uring instruments and that have an EC...
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Appendix: Entering the General Password Enter/Change Password Select the password setting function: Select the Setup menu: Press M Press the q soft key repeatedly until SETUP SELECTION Enter password > > is displayed is displayed, together with the current password setting Select the user input function: Press the Input soft key Define a new password:...
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