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A&D HC-30Ki Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Counting Scale

    Counting Scale HC-30Ki HC-15Ki HC-6Ki HC-3Ki WM+PD4001164A...
  • Page 2 This Manual and Marks All safety messages are identified by the following, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”, of ANSI Z535.4 (American National Standard Institute: Product Safety Signs and Labels). The meanings are as follows: A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result WARNING in death or serious injury.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ..........................3 1-1. Introduction............................3 1-2. Unpacking............................4 1-3. Parts Overview ..........................4 1-4. Setting Up Your Scale........................5 1-5. Simple Operation Mode .........................6 1-6. kg or lb Weighing Units ........................6 1-7. Last Unit Weight Used Feature......................6 2. Front Panel Overview ...........................8 3.
  • Page 4 11. AWA FUNCTION..........................39 11-1. AWA Audible Weighing Assist ....................39 11-2. To Enable/Disable the AWA Function ..................39 12. OP-02 BATTERY..........................41 13. OP-03 RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE.....................43 13-1. Installation ..........................43 13-2. RS-232C Specifications ......................43 13-3. Data Output Mode ........................44 13-4. Connecting the AD-8121 Printer / MODE 1 or MODE 2.............45 13-5.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION 1-1. Introduction Thank you for your Purchase! This manual describes the functions of your counting scale and how to get the most out of it. Read this manual carefully before use. Features The HC-i counting scales have the following features: The scales have a high internal resolution for a wider range of counting applications.

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    1-2. Unpacking Unpack the scale carefully and keep the packing material if you are likely to transport the scale again in the future. HC-i SERIES In the carton you should find this manual plus: The counting scale. An AC adapter (check that the AC input rating is correct). INSTRUCTION MANUAL Remove the protective packing materials from around the scale and between the pan and scale casing.

  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Scale

    1-4. Setting Up Your Scale 1. Place the scale on a suitable weighing surface (see “Best Conditions For Weighing” below) and turn the adjustable feet until the spirit level shows that the scale is level. 2. Plug in the AC adapter. The AC input requirements could be l00, 120, 220, 230 or 240 Volts (50/60Hz) depending AC adapter jack...

  • Page 8: Simple Operation Mode

    1-5. Simple Operation Mode If desired, the HC-i scale can be set in a Simple Operation Mode. Set the F-Function f-01-01 to “1”. In this mode, only front panel keys that would be used in “3-3. Unit Weight By a Sample” counting operations are active. All others will not operate. The following keys are active in Simple Operations Mode: Keys that will operate in Simple Operation Mode: TARE...
  • Page 9 3. Press the ENTER key. 888. 8 . 8 . 8 The scale will recall the unit weight ENTER previously used. 8880. 0 1. 2 3450 This feature cannot be used in Simple Operation Mode. Automatic Last Unit Weight Used When you turn the display ON, the scale can automatically recall the last unit weight used from memory, if desired.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Overview

    2. Front Panel Overview...

  • Page 11: Basic Operations

    3. BASIC OPERATIONS 3-1. Basic Operations Turn The Power ON and OFF 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn the power ON. COUNT 888. 8 . 8 . 8 . 8 . 8 All the display symbols will turn on. After a few seconds, the display turns TOTAL once.
  • Page 12 TARE The TARE key will subtract the displayed container weight. WEIGHT 8880. 0 00 STABLE 1. Remove everything from the weighing pan and TARE press the ZERO key to zero the scale. ENTERED ZERO 2. Place a tare container on the WEIGHT weighing pan.

  • Page 13: To Start Counting

    3-2. To Start Counting 1. Press the ON/OFF key to turn the COUNT scale ON. Or press the RESET 888. 8 . 8 . 8 initialize previous operations. TOTAL SAMPLE TOO LIGHT WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT 2. The three LED’s on the UNIT 8880.

  • Page 14: Unit Weight By A Sample

    3-3. Unit Weight By a SAMPLE 10 Sample Size 1. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. If you are going to use a tare container, place it on the weighing pan.
  • Page 15 5, 25, 50 or 100 Sample Size 1. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. If you are going to use a tare container, place it on the weighing pan.
  • Page 16 Desired Sample Size 1. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. If you are going to use a tare container, place it on the weighing pan.
  • Page 17 Desired Sample Size Not Using The SAMPLE 1. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. If you are going to use a tare container, place it on the weighing pan and press the TARE key.

  • Page 18: Unit Weight By Keyboard

    3-4. Unit Weight By KEYBOARD 1. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. If you are going to use a tare container, place it on the weighing pan and press the TARE key.

  • Page 19: Unit Weight By Id Number

    3-5. Unit Weight By ID Number 1. If there are no unit weights stored in memory, see “5-1. Store unit weight by ID Numbers”. The three UNIT WEIGHT BY LED’s should be blinking at this point, if not, press the RESET key to clear any unit weight. COUNT 2.

  • Page 20: Entering A Tare Weight

    4. ENTERING A TARE WEIGHT There are two methods of tare operations. Using the TARE key to subtract the displayed container weight directly. Please see “3-1. Basic Operations ”. Using the KEYBOARD TARE key to enter a tare weight via the 10-key pad. 4-1.

  • Page 21: To Clear Tare

    4-2. To Clear TARE COUNT 888. 8 . - 554 Either: 1. Have nothing on the weighing pan. WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT If the ZERO indicator is not displayed, 88-0. 6 1. 1 0000 STABLE press the ZERO key to zero the TARE ENTERED scale.

  • Page 22: Store Unit Weight

    5. STORE UNIT WEIGHT 5-1. Store Unit Weight by ID Numbers The scale can store up to 99 unit weights by 2 digit ID numbers, from 01 to 99. To recall, see “3-5. Unit Weight By ID. Number”. The scale is initially set to store ID numbers with a unit weight only. However, it can be set to store a TARE weight and comparator limits by setting F-Function f-01-05.

  • Page 23: Clearing A Stored Unit Weight

    5-2. Clearing A Stored Unit Weight 1. Press and hold the C key, then press STORE STORE UNIT WEIGHT key – UNIT WEIGHT release both. COUNT 888. 8 . 8 . 8 2. “Clear” will appear and “id-00” will appear with blinking.

  • Page 24: Unit Weight, Tare Weight & Comparator Limits Stored

    5-3. Unit Weight, Tare Weight & Comparator Limits Stored The scale is initially set to store ID numbers with a unit weight only. However, it can be set to store a tare weight and/or comparator limits also by setting F-Function f-01-05. COUNT 888.

  • Page 25: Using The M+ Memory

    6. USING THE M+ MEMORY 6-1. The M+ Memory Function The scale can accumulate count data by pressing the M+ key, or automatically (see the next page). It also keeps track of the number of times you add to the total. When you view the total by pressing the TOTAL key, you view the number of pieces accumulated and the number of additions (how many times the total was added to).

  • Page 26: Viewing The M+ Total

    Automatic M+ Accumulation Mode M+ Accumulation can also be done automatically each time you count a different batch, As soon as you have a stable count, it will be added to the M+ memory and the scale will beep . The weight display will have to return to near zero before another count can be added.

  • Page 27: Comparator Function

    7. COMPARATOR FUNCTION The scale contains a comparator function that checks the amount on the weighing pan against set acceptable count or weight limits. When the comparator function is activated, “HI”, “OK” or “LO” indicator will be displayed. COUNT 88888100 Before the comparator will work, Upper and Lower Limits must be set (see beep, beep …...
  • Page 28 5. Press the ENTER key to save 8f-05-02 the setting and move to next F- ENTER Function, f-05-02. 6. Continue to enter f-05 comparator 88Clear8 aidal00 settings – refer to “9-2. F-Functions” for a listing. If there are no changes to a F- Function, press the ENTER key to...

  • Page 29: Calibration

    8. CALIBRATION Calibration of the scale is required when it is initially installed, if it is moved often, or it is moved a substantial distance. Calibration is also necessary in regular scale maintenance due to normal mechanical wear-and-tear, changes in seasonal temperature, humidity, air pressure, etc.
  • Page 30 COUNT 888Cal10 If you know the exact weight value, or if you wish to use a different weight, use the 0 9 and . 10-key pad to display the desired WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT calibration weight. 88Cal008 0. 0 5. 0 (For example: Using 5 kg calibration weight that actually weighs 5.001 kg.

  • Page 31: Gravity Compensation

    8-2. Gravity Compensation When the scale is first used or has been moved to different place, it should be calibrated using a calibration weight. But if the calibration weight cannot be prepared, the gravity acceleration correction will compensate the scale. Change the gravity acceleration value of the scale to the value of the area where it will be used.

  • Page 32: F-Function Parameters

    9. F-FUNCTION PARAMETERS 9-1. To Change or View F-Function Settings Start with the scale switched off. 1. Press and hold the ZERO key, then press ZERO the ON/OFF key. The count display will show “f-00” with 8f-00810 “00” blinking. Then release both keys. 8f-05810 2.

  • Page 33: F-Functions

    9-2. F-Functions “ ” designates Factory Settings. F-00-X Weight Unit USA Version ONLY Weight Display when the scale is switched on. See also setting “f-09-01=2”. f-00-01 kg (kilograms). 3 lb (pounds). Unit Weight (when “lb” is selected). f-00-02 3 lb as piece weight. lb as 1,000 piece weight.
  • Page 34 ID Memory contents. The scale ID memory can contain unit weights with tare f-01-05 weights and comparator limits, or just unit weights alone. 3 ID memory contains the unit weight only. You select which data to be stored by keying in a Tare Weight 0 or 1 for the data: tare weight or comparator limits.
  • Page 35 F-03-X M+ Accumulation Function M+ Accumulation – Automatic or manual f-03-01 3 Manual accumulation (by pressing the M+ key). Automatic accumulation (Positive data only). + or – Count Data Acceptable. (Manual Accumulation) f-03-02 3 Positive data only (5d and above). Positive and negative data (5d and above or –5d or below).
  • Page 36 Auto power-off f-04-05 3 Auto power-off disabled. Auto power-off enabled. “f-04-06” is for factory use and should be “0”. F-05-X Comparator Comparator Mode. f-05-01 3 Comparator OFF. Compare all data. Compare stable data. Compare all data except when near ZERO*. Compare stable data except when near ZERO*.
  • Page 37 F-06-X RS-232C Data Output F-06-X requires OP-03 or OP-04 RS-232C interface. Data Out Mode f-06-01 Key Mode: Data is sent by pressing the PRINT key. + Command Mode. Stream Mode: Data is sent continuously. Command Mode cannot be used. Auto-Print Mode A: Data is sent if the weight display is stable at +5d (weighing display division) and above.
  • Page 38 Data Length and Parity f-06-05 3 7 bits, even parity. 7 bits, odd parity. 8 bits, non parity. “f-07” and “f-08” are for factory use and should be “0”. F-09-X Operation mode for the f-09-01 Operating as a key to display and/or change comparator upper and lower limits.

  • Page 39: Acai Function

    10. ACAI FUNCTION 10-1. ACAI Automatic Counting Accuracy Improvement COUNT The ACAI (Automatic Counting Accuracy 88888828 Improvement) function recalculates the unit weight as more pieces are added to improve the count accuracy. WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT 8883. 1 111. 0 00 When the scale calculates the unit weight from sample pieces, the more sample pieces that ACAI...

  • Page 40: Acai Manual Operation

    Pcs On the ACAI Weighing Pan Addition Range 63~122 13~26 73~138 23~49 83~152 33~70 93~166 43~89 103~299 53~106 over 200 203~492 STABLE STABLE STABLE ACAI ACAI ACAI As you add, the ACAI When you stop adding After the new unit annunciator will be and the display weight is calculated,...

  • Page 41: Awa Function

    11. AWA FUNCTION 11-1. AWA Audible Weighing Assist The AWA (Audible Weighing Assist) function will assist you to count a certain amount of pieces by listening to the buzzer sound. The buzzer sound changes its interval as the pieces getting close to, and stops at, the target count. There are three modes of operation.
  • Page 42 Target Mode Setting COUNT 888. o f100 1. The count display shows the target count blinking. WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT 88-0. 0 target COUNT 888. o f150 2. Use the 0 9 keys to set or change the count. The C key clears the input setting if you press WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT the wrong key and want to re-enter.

  • Page 43: Battery

    12. OP-02 BATTERY Using the OP-02 SLA Battery The scale can be operated with an SLA (Sealed Lead Acid) battery that will be commercially available. The scale (with no other options) can be operated for around 80 hours with a fully charged battery.
  • Page 44 Charging the Battery COUNT 88lo8bat When the count display shows “lo bat”, the battery power is almost exhausted and should be recharged. WEIGHT UNIT WEIGHT 8883. 1 111. 0 00 While the scale is operating with the battery, the annunciator will light.

  • Page 45: Rs-232C Serial Interface

    13. OP-03 RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE This interface allows the HC-i series to be connected with a multifunction printer or a personal computer. The OP-03 unit includes an interface board, a connector plug (DIN type) and two screws. (M3x6 tapping type). 13-1.

  • Page 46: Data Output Mode

    13-3. Data Output Mode The Data Output Modes and Parameters are set by F-Functions in F-06-X as described in the “9-2. F-Functions” To control the scale using commands from an external device, see “13-6. Command Mode”. Refer to “13-6. Command Mode” about the output data format. Data Output Mode (f-06-01) Key Mode (f-06-01="0") When the weight display is stable, data is sent by pressing the PRINT key.

  • Page 47: Connecting The Ad-8121 Printer / Mode 1 Or Mode 2

    Baud Rate (f-06-04) Select the baud rate according to the device to be connected. 2400 bps (f-06-04="0") Select 2400 bps to connect with an AD-8121. 4800 bps (f-06-04="1") 9600 bps (f-06-04="2") 13-4. Connecting the AD-8121 Printer / MODE 1 or MODE 2 When using the AD-8121 printer (MODE 1 or MODE 2), you will be able to print: Number of data items, total, maximum, minimum, mean value, range of data (max.

  • Page 48: Connecting The Ad-8121 Printer / Mode 3

    13-5. Connecting the AD-8121 Printer / MODE 3 When using MODE 3 of the AD-8121 printer, printouts are obtained using the PRINT key (f-06-01 = 0), or auto-print mode A/B (f-06-01 =2 or 3). The total data (accumulated by the key) will be printed along with the number of additions to M+ memory.
  • Page 49 Command List Command Definition Notes Start / stop continuous data transmission. Same as RESET key. Key command “D,1.23C ” sets the tare Set a known tare weight. weight as "1.23kg". Store the unit weight and other values in use to Refer to the data format.
  • Page 50 If the command is S , T or Z , the scale will send a second acknowledgment <ACK><C ><L > or <ACK> (see F-Function “f-09-02”) when the command operation is completed. If an error occurs, the scale will send an error code. The error format is , “n”...
  • Page 51 Unit Weight Command ? U W C Reply U W , + 1 . 2 3 4 5 6 7 U W , + 0 . 2 7 2 5 3 1 l b C Total Count Command ? A Q C Reply A Q , + 0 0 9 9 9 9 9 9 P C C...
  • Page 52 Reply ACK C ID Number: Maximum 6 digit Upper Limit: Maximum 9 digit including sign Lower Limit: Maximum 9 digit including sign Request the scale to reply with the setting of an F-Function. Request to reply with the setting of f-05-01. Command ? F C , 0 5 0 1 C f-05-01 = 0...

  • Page 53: Using Ufc (Universal Flex Coms) Function

    13-7. Using UFC (Universal Flex Coms) Function The UFC function allows you to format the print out (UFC format). The scale can store the UFC format as text data. It will include parameters to replace with the count data, weight data and so on. The maximum number of text data is 384 characters.
  • Page 54 Data Format for the Scale Data “ ” in examples below shows “Space” (20H). Parameters for the scale data will be replaced by the format below when the scale sends them out. Data has a fixed number of digits including a sign and a decimal point. The insignificant zeros are replaced by “Space (20H)”...

  • Page 55: Rs-232C & Relay Output

    14. OP-04 RS-232C & RELAY OUTPUT RS-232C interface and relay output for comparator results are obtained by installing OP-04. The OP-04 unit includes an interface board, a connector plug (DIN type) and two screws. (M3x6 tapping type). OP-04 Installation See “13-1. Installation”. OP-04 is installed into the same slot as OP-03, therefore OP-03 and OP-04 cannot coexist.

  • Page 56: Extension Cable

    15. OP-08 EXTENSION CABLE The display pod can be separated from the scale base by using the optional extension cable. The cable between the display pod and the base is approximately 2m long. 1. Disconnect the AC adapter from the scale. If the battery is used, switch off the scale. 2.

  • Page 57: Specifications

    16. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HC-3Ki HC-6Ki HC-15Ki HC-30Ki Capacity kg 3 kg 6 kg 15 kg 30 kg Resolution (k)g 0.0005 kg 0.001 kg 0.002 kg 0.005 kg Capacity lb 6 lb 15 lb 30 lb 60 lb Resolution lb 0.001 lb 0.002 lb...

  • Page 58: Gravity Acceleration Map

    17. GRAVITY ACCELERATION MAP Values of gravity at various locations Amsterdam 9.813 m/s Manila 9.784 m/s Athens 9.807 m/s Melbourne 9.800 m/s Auckland NZ 9.799 m/s Mexico City 9.779 m/s Bangkok 9.783 m/s Milan 9.806 m/s Birmingham 9.813 m/s New York 9.802 m/s Brussels 9.811 m/s...
  • Page 59 World map...
  • Page 60 MEMO...

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