Arizona SP-150 User Manual

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AZI P/N: 700-0014-D

AZI Customer Service 800-528-7411 or 602-470-1414

ARIZONA INSTRUMENT LLC

SP-150 Electronic

Balance

USER MANUAL

October 2008

Arizona Instrument LLC

3375 N Delaware Street

Chandler, Arizona 85225

(602) 470-1414

(800) 528-7411

Fax (480) 804-0656

http://www.azic.com

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azi@azic.com - General

intl@azic.com - International

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Page 1 ARIZONA INSTRUMENT LLC SP-150 Electronic Balance USER MANUAL October 2008 Arizona Instrument LLC 3375 N Delaware Street Chandler, Arizona 85225 (602) 470-1414 (800) 528-7411 Fax (480) 804-0656 http://www.azic.com email: azi@azic.com - General intl@azic.com - International support@azic.com - Customer Support AZI P/N: 700-0014-D...
Page 2: Sp-150 Electronic Balance
SP-150 Electronic Balance Setup and Operation Manual Thank you for choosing an SP-150 Electronic Balance from Arizona Instrument LLC. AZI is pleased to provide you with a balance designed and manufactured for years of reliable service and proudly made in the U.S.A.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SP-150 Electronic Balance .................. 2 Unpacking and Setup ......................4 The On/Off Switch .........................6 Connecting the SP-150 to the Vapor Pro ................7 The Zero Switch ........................8 The Mode Switch ........................8 The Send Switch ........................8 The Function Switch ......................8 CAL 1 [Auto-Calibration] - Using an external calibration weight ........9...
Page 4: Unpacking And Setup
Unpacking and Setup The balance, weighing pans, remote power supply and windscreen are packed in a foam support to protect them from shock during shipping and handling. Save and reuse all packing material for future shipments. A null modem cable, a 100g weight and this user’s manual are also packed with the balance.
Page 5 AZI SP-150 balances are equipped with a special clamping screw that locks the balance suspension during shipping. This screw must be loosened before the balance can be operated (see Figure 1). Locate the black knob, on the front center of the balance, underneath the display area.
Page 6: The On/Off Switch
Before making any connections, verify that the power requirement shown on the remote power supply is compatible with the AC power outlet to which the balance will be connected. First plug the round DIN connector into the rear panel receptacle. Then, plug the power supply into a grounded AC outlet.
Page 7: Connecting The Sp-150 To The Vapor Pro
Connecting the SP-150 to the Vapor Pro The balance is configured to interface directly with the Vapor Pro series of Moisture Analyzers. Weight readings at the balance can be transmitted directly to the Vapor Pro through the null modem cable connection.
Page 8: The Zero Switch
The Zero Switch Pressing the ZERO switch at any time returns the display to zeros. When a weighing that has been zeroed out is removed from the pan, a negative reading is displayed. To return to zeros, press the ZERO switch. The Mode Switch Pressing the MODE switch starts the unit of weight cycle as follows: grams (g), carats (ct), pennyweights (dwt), troy ounces (ozt), and ounces (oz).
Page 9: Cal 1 [Auto-Calibration] - Using An External Calibration Weight
CAL 1 [Auto-Calibration] - Using an external calibration weight Perform auto-calibration every time you move your balance. It is extremely important to use high quality weights and verify the balance has been warmed up for at least one (1) hour prior to calibration. Procedure Display Reading Remove any containers or weights so...
Page 10: Capacity Tracker
Capacity Tracker The capacity tracker provides a graphic display of the used and unused portions of the weighing range. Each segment represents 5% of the balance’s capacity and is illuminated as that portion of the capacity is used. The larger segments, representing ¼, ½, ¾...
Page 11: Sp-150 Rear Panel
SP-150 Rear Panel The rear panel of the SP-150 provides the power connector, an RS-232 connector, and a retractable security bracket. The security bracket may be extended to provide a convenient method of securing the balance. SP-150 Rear Panel RS-232 Interface Cable Your balance is equipped with a bi-directional RS-232 compatible interface.
Page 12: Rs-232 Front Panel Configuration
The RS-232 Configuration Mode allows changes to the baud rate, front panel control, software protocol, parity and auto send parameters. The balance is preconfigured at Arizona Instrument to communicate with a Vapor Pro. Any changes to the recommended configuration will affect communication with the Vapor Pro.
Page 13 Vapor Pro by resetting the values to the preset AZI defaults listed. Verify the balance’s ability to communicate with the Vapor Pro as detailed in Connecting the SP-150 to the Vapor Pro on page 7 above. AZI Customer Service 800-528-7411 or 602-470-1414...
Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide NOTE: Many problems such as the balance remaining in the turn-on sequence, "weird" characters on the display or "garbage" on the display are caused by connecting the power supply to the balance incorrectly. The proper procedure is to connect the round DIN connector on the power supply cable to the balance then plug the power supply into the wall outlet.
Page 15: Environmental Requirements
Err 1 appears in display Power supply connected to Unplug power supply from wall wall outlet before balance then re-plug into wall Err 2 appears in display Calibration weight is Use calibration weight that incorrect appears in display Err 3 through 14 Balance not warmed up Plug in and turn on balance for 1 appears in display...
Page 16: Sp-150 Specifications
SP-150 Specifications Weighing Mode Single Range Capacity 150 g Readability 0.001 g Tare Range 0-150 g Repeatability (Standard Deviation) 0.001 g Linearity ±0.0015 g Stabilization Time ~ 3 seconds Weighing Speed Adaptive Update Interval 200 ms RS-232 bidirectional interface is standard.
Page 17: Fcc Compliance
Arizona Instrument LLC service facility. The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including but not limited any implied warranty of merchantability, fitness, or adequacy for any particular purpose or use.
Page 18: Returned Goods Policy
Returned Goods Policy Should it become necessary to return any item to Arizona Instrument for any reason, please contact our Customer Service Department at (800) 235-3360 or (602) 470-1414 to obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) Number. When you call, please be ready to provide the serial number and a description of the problem.
Page 19: Appendix A - Front Panel Parts Counting
Appendix A - Front Panel Parts Counting Access to the counting function via the front panel is not available if bi-directional RS-232 communication is enabled, i.e. if the front panel local control is off, which is the default. Turning local control on in order to use the parts counting feature will disable communication with the Vapor Pro.
Page 20: Appendix B - Weight Checking
Appendix B - Weight Checking The following procedure checks the weight of individual parts against user- programmed upper and lower weight limits. Procedure Display Reading Press the FUNCTION switch. Display cycles repeatedly through PCS, HI-OK- LO, CAL1, and CAL2 Press the MODE switch when HI-OK-LO HI, LO and O flash.
Page 21: Trademark And Copyright Protection
TRADEMARK AND COPYRIGHT PROTECTION Computrac, Vapor Pro, Arizona Instrument, and the stylized AZI are all registered trademarks of Arizona Instrument LLC. Instrument firmware is copyright protected. Copyright 1999-2008 Arizona Instrument LLC. All Rights Reserved. Arizona Instrument LLC SP-150 Electronic Balance User’s Manual...