FZ-i / FX-i SERIES
FZ-i WP/ FX-i WP SERIESFZ-GD/ FX-GD SERIES
Precision Balance

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-iWP / FX-iWP / FZ-GD / FX-GD SERIES
FZ-120i / FZ-200i / FZ-300i / FZ-500i
FZ-1200i / FZ-2000i / FZ-3000i / FZ-5000i
FX-120i / FX-200i / FX-300i / FX-500i
FX-1200i / FX-2000i / FX-3000i / FX-5000i
FZ-120i WP / FZ-200i WP / FZ-300i WP
FZ-1200i WP / FZ-2000i WP / FZ-3000i WP
FX-120i WP / FX-200i WP / FX-300i WP
FX-1200i WP / FX-2000i WP / FX-3000i WP
FZ-120GD / FZ-200GD / FZ-300GD
FZ-1200GD / FZ-2000GD / FZ-3000GD
FX-120GD / FX-200GD / FX-300GD
FX-1200GD / FX-2000GD / FX-3000GD

1WMPD4001863E

© 2011 A&D Company Ltd. All rights reserved.
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any language in any form by any means without the written permission of A&D Company
Ltd.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument covered by thismanual are subject to change for improvement without notice.
Windows, Word and Excel are the registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

CONTENTS
Basic Operation
1.

2.

3.

1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
2.1.
2.2.
3.1.
3.2.
3.3.
3.4.

4.
5.

6.

INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................ 5
About This Manual ...................................................................................................................... 5
Features...................................................................................................................................... 5
Compliance ................................................................................................................................. 6

PRODUCT CONFIGURATION (PART NAMES), INSTLATION AND PRECAUTIONS ..................... 7
Unpacking ................................................................................................................................... 7
Assembling ................................................................................................................................. 9

PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................ 10
Before Use ................................................................................................................................ 10
During Use ................................................................................................................................. 11
After Use ................................................................................................................................... 12Power Supply ........................................................................................................................... 12

DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATION ................................................................. 13
5.1.
5.2.
6.1.
6.2.
6.3.
6.4.
6.5.
6.6.
6.7.

WEIGHING UNITS .................................................................................................... 14
Units.......................................................................................................................................... 14
Storing Units ............................................................................................................................. 16

WEIGHING .............................................................................................................. 17
Basic Operation (Gram Mode).................................................................................................. 17
FZ-GD / FX-GD Series Balances ............................................................................................. 18
Basic Operation (FZ-GD / FX-GD Series Balances) ................................................................ 18
Counting Mode (PCS) .............................................................................................................. 20
Percent Mode (%) ..................................................................................................................... 22
Statistical Calculation Mode ..................................................................................................... 23
Statistical Calculation Mode (Example of Use) ........................................................................ 28

Adapting to the Environment
7.

RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................... 30

8.

CALIBRATION ......................................................................................................... 31

9.

8.1.
8.2.
8.3.
8.4.
8.5.
8.6.
9.1.
9.2.

Calibration Mode ...................................................................................................................... 31
Calibration Using the Internal mass (One-Touch Calibration, only for FZ-i series) .................. 32
Calibration Using an External Weight ....................................................................................... 33
Calibration Test Using an External Weight ............................................................................... 35
Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 1 (Only for FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series)....................... 37
Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 2 (Only for FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series) ...................... 38

FUNCTION SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION ................................................................. 39
Permit or Inhibit ........................................................................................................................ 39
Initializing the Balance .............................................................................................................. 40

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Functions
10.

FUNCTION TABLE ................................................................................................... 41

11.

ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT ................................................................................. 55

12.

UNDERHOOK .......................................................................................................... 59

13.

PROGRAMMABLE-UNIT ........................................................................................... 60

14.

PASSWORD LOCK FUNCTION................................................................................... 61

10.1.
10.2.
10.3.
10.4.
10.5.
10.6.
10.7.
10.8.
10.9.
10.10.
11.1.
11.2.

Structure and Sequence of the Function Table ........................................................................ 41
Display and Keys ...................................................................................................................... 41
Details of the Function Table .................................................................................................... 42
Description of the Class “Environment, Display” ...................................................................... 45
Description of the Item “Data Output Mode” ............................................................................. 47
Description of the Item “Data Format” ...................................................................................... 48
Data Format Examples ............................................................................................................. 50
Description of the Item “Application Function”.......................................................................... 51
Clock and Calendar Function (Only for FZ-i / FZ- i WP / FZ-GD series) ................................. 52
Comparator Function ................................................................................................................ 53
Setting the ID Number .............................................................................................................. 55
GLP Report ............................................................................................................................... 56

RS-232C Serial Interface
16.

RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE ................................................................................... 69

17.

CONNECTION TO Peripheral EQUIPMENT................................................................. 70

18.

COMMANDS ........................................................................................................... 74

17.1.
17.2.
17.3.
17.4.
17.5.
18.1.
18.2.
18.3.

Connection to the AD-8127 Multi Printer or AD-8126 Mini Printer ........................................... 70
Connection to the AD-8121B Printer ........................................................................................ 71
Connection to a Computer........................................................................................................ 71
Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT) ....................................................................... 72
Simultaneously Connecting the AD-8127 Printer and a Personal Computer ........................... 73
Command List .......................................................................................................................... 74
Acknowledge Code and Error Codes ....................................................................................... 75
Settings Related to RS-232C ................................................................................................... 77

Maintenance
19.

MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................... 78

20.

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................... 79

21.

OPTIONS ................................................................................................................ 82

22.

SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................... 87

23.

EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS .......................................................................................... 89

24.

TERMS/INDEX......................................................................................................... 90

19.1.
20.1.
20.2.
20.3.

Care .......................................................................................................................................... 78

Checking the Balance Performance and Environment ............................................................ 79
Error Codes .............................................................................................................................. 80
Asking For Repair ..................................................................................................................... 81

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1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how the FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-iWP / FX-iWP / FZ-GD / FX-GD series balance works
and how to get the most out of it in terms of performance.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the balance and keep it at hand for future reference.

1.1.

About This ManualThis manual consists of the following five parts:
Basic operation ......................... Describes precautions on handling the balance, balance
construction and basic balance operation.
Adapting to the environment .... Describes response adjustment and calibration.
Functions .................................. Describes various functions of the balance.
RS-232C serial interface .......... Describes the interface which transmits data and controls the balance.
Maintenance ............................. Describes maintenance, error codes, troubleshooting,specifications and options.

1.2.

Features Compact general-purpose balance, can be installed almost anywhere.
 The FZ-i / FZ- i WP / FZ-GD series balance is equipped with an internal mass for one-touch
calibration.
 Casing construction, strong protection against dust and moisture.
 Stabilization time of one second. When FAST is selected for the response rate, a stabilization
time of one second, to read a displayed value after a sample is placed on the pan, has beenachieved.
 Multiple weighing units with most of the common units used around the world.
 Standard RS-232C serial interface to communicate with a computer and to output the Good
Laboratory Practice (GLP) / Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant report.
 Statistical calculation mode to statistically calculate the weight data, and display or output thesum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum), average, standard deviation andcoefficient of variation.
 Comparator ndicators for displaying the comparison results using HI , OK and LO .
 Hold Function, provided for weighing a moving object such as an animal.
 Breeze break, provided for the 120/200/300 of the FZ- i series, FZ- i WP series and FZ-GD
series (including 500 for the FX- i series), for more accurate weighing.
 Underhook, provided for suspended weighing.
 As options, the USB interface (FXi-02), the Ethernet interface (Fxi-08) and the built-in battery
unit (Fxi-09) are available. * Using these options with the FZ- i WP / FX- i WP series prevent thebalance from having dustproof and waterproof performance.
Connecting the USB interface, by cable to a Windows computer, allows transmission of the weightdata to Excel or Word. The Ethernet interface allows connection of the balance to a personal
computer through a LAN. The battery unit allows use of the balance where a power source is notavailable.
 The AD-8920A remote display, that is sold separately, allows reading the weight value in a placeaway from the balance.

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1.3.

Compliance

Compliance with FCC Rules

Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. Thisequipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against interference when equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. If this unit is operated in a residential area, it may cause some interference and underthese circumstances the user would be required to take, at his own expense, whatever measures
are necessary to eliminate the interference.
(FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.A.)

Compliance With Directives of CE markThis device features radio interference suppression, safety regulation and restriction of Hazardous
Substances in compliance with the following Council Directives
Council directive 2004/108/EC EN61326 EMC directive
Council directive 2006/95/EC
EN60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
Council directive 2011/65/EU
EN50581 Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
The CE mark is an official mandatory European marking.
Please note that any electronic product must comply with local laws and regulations when sold or
used anywhere outside Europe.

62. PRODUCT CONFIGURATION (PART NAMES), INSTLLATION AND PRECAUTIONS

2.1.

Unpacking The balance is a precision instrument. Unpack the balance carefully. Keep the packing material
to be used for transporting the balance in the future.
 The packing contents depend on the balance model. See the illustrations to confirm that everything iscontained.
How to assemble the breeze break(included with all models of FZ-i/FZ-iWP/FZ-GD series, and FX-120i/200i/300i/500i,
FX-120iWP/200iWP/300iWP and FX-120GD/200GD/300GD)
Assemble the breeze break as shown below.
Follow the numbered sequence.

2

4

1

3

Weighing pan

Aluminum pan support

for FZ-5000i and FX-5000i
Pan support

The FZ-iWP/FX-iWP series have a different configuration.
Display

Weighing pan

Bubble spirit
level

Ma x

320

Pan support
Pan support boss
Diaphragm
for waterproof

FX-

g d= 300i
0.001 g

When installing the pan support to thebalance, handle it carefully so that thediaphragm is not deformed.

Main unit
Keys

Leveling

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Main unit rear side

AC adapter jackRS-232C
serial interface

Affix the AC adapter ID label to the

AC adapter plug

cord as shown in the figure below.

Serial number

AC adapter
ID labelAC adapter
Groundingterminal

The AC adapter plug is protectedagainst dust and may be difficult
to insert. When inserting theplug, turn the plug while pushingon it.

The FZ-iWP/FX-iWP series have a terminal cover.

Note

Please confirm that the AC
adapter type is correct
for your local voltage andreceptacle type.

RS-232C serial interface
AC adapter
jack

Serial number

AC adapter
plug

Main unit cover
Grounding terminal

Terminal cover

To provide the balance with dustproof and waterproof performance, attach the terminal
cover or waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500).

CAUTION□Use the AC adapter specified for the balance.
□Do not connect the provided AC adapter to equipment that it is not compatible with.
□Using the wrong AC adapter with the balance may prevent the balance and its peripheral equipment fromoperating properly.

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2.2.

Assembling

Install the balance as follows:
1. Place the balance on a solid weighing table. Refer to “2. PRODUCT CONFIGURATION (PARTNAMES), INSTLLATION AND PRECAUTIONS” to assemble the weighing pan and breeze break.
2. Level the balance by turning the leveling feet so that the bubble in the bubble spirit level is inside
the red circle.
3. Connect the AC adapter plug to the AC adapter jack on the rear side of the balance and connect
the plug on other end of the cord to an outlet. * If the AC adapter plug is difficult to insert, insert
the plug while twisting it.
Note
Confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power receptacle
type.
4. Connect the balance to the power for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the weighing pan
before use.

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3. PRECAUTIONS
To get the optimum performance from the balance and acquire accurate weight data, note the following:

3.1.

Before Use

 Install the balance in an environment where the temperature and humidity are not excessive.
The best operating temperature is about 20°C / 68°F at about 50% relative humidity.
 Install the balance where it is not exposed to direct sunlight and it is not affected by heaters or air
conditioners.
 Install the balance where it is free of dust.
 Install the balance away from equipment which produces magnetic fields.
 Install the balance in a stable place avoiding vibration and shock. Corners of rooms on the firstfloor are best, as they are less prone to vibration.
 The weighing table should be solid and free from vibration, drafts and as level as possible.
 Level the balance by turning the leveling feet so that the bubble in the bubble spirit level is inside
the red circle.

Make sure that the bubble is in the center of the red circle.

 Ensure a stable power source when using the AC adapter.
 Plug in the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least one hour.
 Calibrate the balance before use or after having moved it to another location.

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With the FZ-iWP/ FX- iWP series The meaning of IP-65 is "No ingress of dust. Projected against water jets".

If a powerful water jet is used or the balance is immersed in water, it may cause adamage that is due to ingress of water.

 Confirm that "the plug is inserted firmly into the jack" and "the terminal is covered using

the waterproof cover or the waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500)", when using
the balance.

 If the terminal cover for the RS-232C is removed from the balance or the waterproof

RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500) is not used for the balance, the balance is prevented
from having the dustproof and waterproof performance.

Caution: Do not install the balance where flammable or corrosive gas is present.

3.2.

During Use

 Discharge static electricity from the material to beweighed (hereinafter referred to as the sample). Whena sample could have a static charge, the weight data is
influenced. Ground the balance and try the following:
Eliminate static electricity using the optional AD-1683
DC static eliminator.
Try to keep the ambient humidity above 45%RH.
Use a metal shield case for a charged sample.
Wipe charged plastic samples with a moistened
cloth.
 This balance uses a strong magnet as part of thebalance assembly, so please use caution whenweighing magnetic materials such as iron. If there is aproblem, use the underhook on the bottom of thebalance to suspend the material away from theinfluence of the magnet.
 Eliminate the temperature difference between a sample
and the environment. When a sample is warmer(cooler) than the ambient temperature, the sample will
be lighter (heavier) than the true weight. This error isdue to a rising (falling) draft around the sample.
 Make each weighing gently and quickly to avoid errors caused by the evaporation of moisturefrom the sample or the absorption of moisture by the sample.
 Do not drop things upon the weighing pan, or place a sample on the pan that is beyond thebalance weighing capacity. Place a sample in the center of the weighing pan.
 Do not use a sharp instrument such as a pencil to press the keys. Use your finger only.
 Press the RE-ZERO key before each weighing to eliminate possible errors.
 Calibrate the balance periodically so as to eliminate possible errors.
 Take into consideration the affect of air buoyancy on a sample when more accuracy is required.
 Keep the balance interior free of dust and foreign materials.
11 With all models of FZ-i/FZ-iWP/FZ-GD series and the 120/200/300 of the FX- i/FX- i WP/FX-GD
series (including 500 for the FX- i series), a breeze break is provided as a standard accessory.
Since an anti-static treatment has been applied to the breeze break components, there arecases where they may be charged with static electricity for a while after they are unpacked orwhen the humidity is low. If the weight value is unstable even when there are no drafts in themeasurement environment or repeatability cannot be obtained properly, try removing thebreeze break from the balance. Or wipe the clear plates using a cloth dampened with water toresolve the problem by discharging them. As another approach, using the optional AD-1683 DC
static eliminator or applying an anti-static spray is also effective.
With the FX-iWP/ FZ-iWP series The balance has a highly airtight case due to it having dustproof and waterproof performance.
Therefore, there are cases when the values displayed with the balance become unstable due tominute indoor pressure fluctuations such as when opening or closing the room door. Try
measuring after stabilizing the pressure fluctuations.
 If water droplets or powder remain on the diagram for achieving waterproof performance or on
the pan support boss, there may be cases where proper performance cannot be obtained fromthe balance. Use the balance after cleaning those.
 If the diagram for achieving the waterproof performance is deformed for reasons such as
excessive load being applied, there may be cases where the values displayed on the balance isunstable until the deformation is fixed.

3.3.

After Use Do not apply excessive shock to the balance or allow it to be dropped.
 Do not disassemble the balance.
 Do not use organic solvents or chemically treated cloth to clean the balance. When cleaningother than the breeze break, wipe using a lint free soft cloth dampened with water and a mild
detergent.
 An anti-static treatment has been applied to the breeze break components. Wipe them with dry
and a lint free soft cloth. Wiping them using a cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent
repeatedly or washing them using water may cause the anti-static treatment performance todecrease.
 When cleaning the weighing pan, handle it carefully so that your fingers are not injured by theedges.

3.4.

Power Supply When the AC adapter is connected, the balance is in the standby mode if the standby indicatoris on (refer to “4. DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATION”). This is a normal state anddoes not harm the balance. For accurate weighing, warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes
before use.

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4. DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATIONKey operation

Key operation affects how the balance functions. The basic key operations are:
 “Press and release the key immediately” or “Press the key”
= normal key operation during measurement
 “Press and hold the key” (for 2 seconds)

Display symbols
Number of statistical data
(Statistical calculation mode)
Displays the weight data relative to theweighing capacity, in percentage, in theweighing mode (Capacity indicator)

Response indicators
Animal mode indicator
Comparator indicators

Processing indicator
Stabilization indicatorStandby indicator

Units
Interval output mode
standby indicator
Weight data

Processing indicator

Blinking

Interal output mode
active indicator

Each key, when pressed or when pressed and held, functions as follows:
Key

When pressed

When pressed and held (for 2 seconds)

Turns the display on or off. The standby indicator is displayed when the display is turned
off. The weighing mode is enabled when the display is turned on.
This key is available anytime. Pressing the key during operation will interrupt the operationand turn the display off.
In the weighing mode, turns the minimum
weighing value on or off.
In the counting or percent mode, enters
the sample storing mode.

Enters the function table mode.
Refer to “10. FUNCTION TABLE”.

Switches the weighing units stored in thefunction table.
Refer to “5. WEIGHING UNITS”.

Enters the response adjustment mode.

Cancels the operation when performing
settings. With the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD
series, enters the calibration mode using
the internal mass. (One-touch calibration)

Enters the calibration mode.

Outputs the weight data to a printer or
personal computer using the RS-232C
serial interface, depending on the function
table settings.
Confirms the operation when performing
settings.

No function at the factory setting

Sets the display to zero.

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By changing the function table:
Outputs “Title block” and “End block” for
GLP/GMP compliant report.(Refer to "11.2.
GLP Report".)

5.1.

Units

5. WEIGHING UNITSWith the FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-iWP / FX-iWP / FZ-GD / FX-GD series balance, the following weighing units
and weighing modes are available:

A unit or mode can be selected and stored in the function table as described below.
If a weighing mode (or unit of weight) has been turned off, that mode or unit will be missing in thesequence. Tael has four varieties, one of which can be selected and installed at the factory.
To select a unit or mode for weighing, press the MODE key.
For details about the units and modes, see the table below:
Name (unit, mode)
Gram
Counting mode
Percent mode
Ounce (Avoir)
Pound
Pound/Ounce
Troy Ounce
Metric Carat
Momme
Pennyweight
Grain (UK)
Tael (HK general, Singapore)
Tael (HK jewelry)
Tael (Taiwan)
Tael (China)
Tola (India)
Messghal
Programmable-unit (Multi-unit)

Abbrev.

Display

g
Pcs
%
Oz
Lb

g
pcs
%
oz
lb

L OZ

Loz

Ozt
Ct
Mom
Dwt
GN

ozt
ct

TL

tl

Tol
Mes
Mlt

tol

dwt
GN

MLT

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Conversion factor
Function table(Storing mode)
1g=
g
1g
pcs
%
oz
28.349523125 g
lb
453.59237 g
1Lb=16 oz,
LO
1 oz=28.349523125 g
ozt
31.1034768 g
ct
0.2 g
3.75 gdwt
1.55517384 g
GN0.06479891 g
37.7994 g
37.429 gtl
37.5 g31.25 gtol
11.6638038 g
4.6875 g
MLTThe tables below indicate the weighing capacity and the minimum display for each unit, depending on
the balance model.

Unit
Gram
Ounce (Avoir)
Pound
Pound/Ounce
Troy Ounce
Metric Carat
Momme
Pennyweight
Grain (UK)
Tael (HK general, Singapore)
Tael (HK jewelry)
Tael (Taiwan)
Tael (China)
Tola (India)
MessghalCapacity
FZ-i/FZ-iWP/FZ-GD/FX-i/FX-iWP/FX-GD
FZ-i/FX-i
120
200
300
500
122
220
320
520
4.30
7.76
11.2
18.3
0.268
0.485
0.705
1.14
0L 4.30 oz 0L 7.76 oz 0L 11.29 oz 0L 18.34 oz
3.92
7.07
10.2
16.7
610
1100
1600
2600
32.5
58.6
85.3
138
78.4
141
205
334
1882
3395
4938
8024
3.22
5.82
8.46
12.1
3.25
5.87
8.54
13.8
3.25
5.86
8.53
13.8
3.90
7.04
10.2
16.6
10.4
18.8
27.4
44.5
26.0
46.9
68.2
110
Capacity

Unit

FZ-i/FZ-iWP/FZ-GD/FX-i/FX-iWP/FX-GD
1200
2000
3000
Gram
1220
2200
3200
Ounce (Avoir)
43.0
77.6
112
Pound
2.68
4.85
7.05
Pound/Ounce
2L 11.03 oz 4L 13.60 oz 7L 0.88 oz
Troy Ounce
39.2
70.7
102
Metric Carat
6100
11000
16000
Momme
325
586
853
Pennyweight
784
1414
2057
Grain (UK)
18827
33951
49383
Tael (HK general, Singapore)
32.2
58.2
84.6
Tael (HK jewelry)
32.5
58.7
85.4
Tael (Taiwan)
32.5
58.6
85.3
Tael (China)
39.0
70.4
102
Tola (India)
104
188
274
Messghal
260
469
682

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Minimum
display
0.001
0.00005
0.000005
1L 0.01 oz
0.00005
0.005
0.00050.001
0.02
0.00005
0.00005
0.00005
0.00005
0.00010.0005

Minimum
FZ-i/FX-i
display
5000
5200
0.01
183
0.000511.4
0.00005
11L 7.65 oz 1L 0.01 oz
167
0.0005
26000
0.005
1386
0.005
3343
0.01
80248
0.2
121
0.0005138
0.0005138
0.0005166
0.0005
445
0.001
1109
0.005

5.2.

Storing Units

The units or modes can be selected and stored in the function table. The sequence of displaying theunits or modes can be arranged in the function table so as to fit the frequency of use.
Select a unit or mode and arrange the sequence of display as
follows:
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of thefunction table is displayed.
2 Press the SAMPLE key several times
1Unit .

todisplay

3 Press the PRINT key to enter the unit selection mode.
4 Specify a unit or mode in the order to be displayedusing the following keys.
SAMPLE key

To sequentially display the units.

To specify a unit or mode. The
stabilization indicator appears
when the displayed unit or modeis specified.
5 Press the PRINT key to store the units or modes. Thebalance displays end and then displays the next menu
item of the function table.

SelectDisplays the units
sequentially.

RE-ZERO key

6 Press the CAL key to exit the function table. Then thebalance returns to the weighing mode with the unit
specified first in step 4.

Notes

When the power is turned on, the scale displays the unit
specified first in step 4.
In the weighing mode, to select a unit or mode for weighing,press the MODE key.

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SpecifyStore6. WEIGHING

6.1.

Basic Operation (Gram Mode)

1 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary.
Press the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). Thebalance displays 0.00 g. (The decimal point position
depends on the balance model.)2 Place a sample on the pan or in the container.

Weighing
panContainer

3 Wait for the stabilization indicator to turn on. Read thevalue.

Note

While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value, using the RS-232C serialinterface.

SamplePeripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.
4 Remove the sample and container from the pan.
Remove thesampleNotes

To use other units, press the MODE key and select anappropriate unit.
Press the SAMPLE key to turn on or off the minimum
weighing value.

When the ON:OFF key is pressed with a container placed on
the weighing pan, the balance displays 0.00 g and weighing isstarted,

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6.2.

FZ-GD / FX-GD Series Balances

The default setting of the unit of weight for the FZ-GD / FX-GD series balances is grams (g).
To use other units, refer to “5-2 Storing Units” on to store the units.

6.3.

Basic Operation (FZ-GD / FX-GD Series Balances)

1 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary.
Press the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). Thebalance displays 0.000 g (The decimal point position
depends on the balance model.)Weighing
panContainer

2 Place a sample on the pan or in the container.
3 Wait for the stabilization indicator to be displayed. Readthe value.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value, using the RS-232C serialinterface.
Note
Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such asa printer or a personal computer is required.
4 Remove the sample and container from the pan.

SampleRemove thesampleNotes
When other units of weight are stored as described in “9-9Storing Units”, pressing the MODE key switches thedisplayed unit.
Press the SAMPLE key to turn on or off the minimum
weighing value.

When the ON:OFF key is pressed with a container placed on
the weighing pan, the balance displays 0.000 g and weighing
is started,(Display off)
Weighing
panContainer

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With the zero point setting, tare and weighing range
About the operation at when power is turned on

The balance will determine the reference zero point when the ON:OFF key is pressed to enter theweighing mode.
Depending on the load condition at that time, it will automatically judge whether to perform zero or tareoperation. The condition for determining which is used is "power on zero range", and when power onzero range is exceeded, the tare subtraction operation is performed.
About re-zero operation
By pressing the RE-ZERO key, the display can be changed to zero.
Re-zero with the RE-ZERO key will automatically determine whether zero or tare operation is
performed.
The condition for determining which is used is "zero range", and when zero range is exceeded, the taresubtraction operation is performed.
About measurement range
For the balance, the range that can be weighed is determined by model.
The total amount (net amount + tare quantity) up to the maximum display of each model is displayed,
and when the maximum display is exceeded, E is displayed to indicate that the weighing range is
exceeded.
When in excess in negative, -E is displayed.

Model
FZ-120 i , FX-120 i
FZ-120 i WP, FX-120 i WP
FZ-120GD, FX-120GD
FZ-200 i, FX-200 i
FZ-200 i WP, FX-200 i WP
FZ-200GD, FX-200GD
FZ-300 i, FX-300 i
FZ-300 i WP, FX-300 i WP
FZ-300GD, FX-300GD
FZ-500 i, FX-500 i
FZ-1200 i, FX-1200 i
FZ-1200 i WP, FX-1200 i WP
FZ-1200GD, FX-1200GD
FZ-2000 i, FX-2000 i
FZ-2000 i WP, FX-2000 i WP
FZ-2000GD, FX-2000GD
FZ-3000 i, FX-3000 i
FZ-3000 i WP, FX-3000 i WP
FZ-3000GD, FX-3000GD
FZ-5000 i, FX-5000 i

Power on zero range

Zero range-E display range

Approx.±2g
Approx.-60g or lessApprox.±60g
Approx.±4g

Approx.±6g
Approx.±10g
Approx.±20g
Approx.-600g or lessApprox.±600g
Approx.±40g

Approx.±60g
Approx.±100g

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6.4.

Counting Mode (PCS)This is the mode to determine the number of objects in a sample based on the standard sample unitmass. The unit mass means the mass of one piece of the sample. The smaller the variables in eachsample unit mass are, the more accurate the counting will be. The balance is equipped with theAutomatic Counting Accuracy Improvement (ACAI) function to improve the counting accuracy.

Notes

For counting, use samples with a unit mass of at least ten or more times the minimum
weighing value of the balance,.
If the sample unit mass variable is too large, it may cause a counting error.
To improve the counting performance, use the ACAI function frequently or divide the samples
into several groups and count each group.

Selecting the counting mode

1 Press the MODE key to select 1pcs (counting mode).

Storing a sample unit mass

pcs

2 Press the SAMPLE key to enter the sample unit massstoring mode.
Even in the storing mode, pressing the MODE key willswitch to the next mode.

pcs

3 To select the number of samples, press the SAMPLE key
several times. It may be set to 5, 10, 25, 50 or 100.

Note

pcs

A greater number of samples will yield more accurate
counting result.

Weighingpan

4 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary. Press
the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). The number
specified in step 3 appears.
e.g.: 25 0 is displayed if 25 is selected in step 3.

Container

5 Place the number of samples specified on the pan. In thisexample, 25 pieces.

Sample(25 pieces)

6 Wait for the stabilization indicator to turn on. Press the
PRINT key to calculate and store the unit mass. Thebalance displays 25 pcs (counting mode) and is set tocount samples with this unit mass.
To improve the accuracy of the unit mass, go to step 8.

pcs

pcs

Place sample
to be counted

pcs

The counting result

20NotesIf the balance judges that the mass of the samples is too light and is not adequate to be usedas the unit mass, it displays lo . In that case, store the mass by some quantity. For example,
when the model with the minimum weighing value of 0.01 g is used and 10 pieces of samples
weigh 0.05 g. Store 100 pieces of samples as 10 and multiply the weighing result by 10.
If the balance judges that the mass of the samples is too light to acquire accurate weighing, it
displays an error requiring the addition of more samples to the specified number. For example,
150- PCS appears to require 25 more samples. Add 25 samples and press the PRINT key.
When the unit mass is stored correctly, the balance proceeds to the counting mode.
For a more accurate counting operation, use samples with a unit mass of at least ten or moretimes the minimum weighing value of the balance. For example, when a balance with aminimum weighing value of 0.01 g is used, the recommended sample unit mass is 0.1 g or
more.
The sample unit mass stored, even if the AC adapter is removed, is maintained in non-volatilememory.

Counting operation

7 Place the samples to be counted on the pan.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value (number of objects), using
the RS-232C serial interface.

Note

Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.

Counting mode using the ACAI function

The ACAI is a function that improves the accuracy of the unit
mass automatically by increasing the number of samples andaveraging the unit mass variable to minimize the weighing
error, as the counting process proceeds.
8 If a few more samples are added, the processing indicator turns on. To prevent an error, add
three or more. The processing indicator does not turn on if overloaded. Try to add the same
number of samples as displayed.
9 The balance re-calculates the unit mass while the processing indicator is blinking. Do not touchthe balance or samples on the pan until the processing indicator turns off.
10 Counting accuracy is improved when the processing indicator turns off.
Each time the above operation is performed, a more accurate unit mass will be obtained. Thereis no definite upper limit of ACAI range for the number of samples exceeding 100. Try to add
the same number of samples as displayed.
11 Remove all the samples used in ACAI and proceed with the counting operation using theimproved unit mass.

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6.5.

Percent Mode (%)

This is the mode to display the weight value in percentage compared to a 100% reference mass and isused for target weighing or checking the sample variable.

Selecting the percent mode

1 Press the MODE key to select % (percent mode).

Storing the 100% reference mass

2 Press the SAMPLE key to enter the 100% reference massstoring mode.

%

Even in the storing mode, pressing the MODE key willswitch to the next mode.
3 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary. Press
the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). The balancedisplays 100 0 % .
4 Place the sample to be set as the 100% reference mass on
the pan or in the container.
5 Press the PRINT key to store the reference mass. Thebalance displays 100.00 % . (The decimal point position
depends on the reference value.)

Notes

%

Weighing
panContainer%

Sample(100%)

If the balance judges that the mass of the sample is too light
to be used as a reference, it displays lo . Do not use thesample.
The reference mass stored, even if the AC adapter isremoved, is maintained in non-volatile memory
6 Remove the sample.

%

Place sample
to be weighed

Reading the percentage

7 Place a sample to be compared to the reference mass on
the pan. The displayed percentage is based on the 100%
reference mass.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value, using the RS-232C serialinterface.

Note

Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.

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Weighing resultcompared to 100%
reference mass

6.6.

Statistical Calculation Mode

The statistical calculation mode statistically calculates the weight data, and displays or outputs theresults. To use the statistical calculation mode, set the "Application function (apf)" parameter of“Application (ap fnc)” in the function table to “2”, as described below.
Statistical items available are number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum),average, standard deviation and coefficient of variation. What statistical items to output can beselected from the four modes in the function table.
 The wrong data input can be canceled by the key operation, if immediately after the input.
 Turning the balance off will delete the statistical data. (The ON:OFF key will not initialize thebalance.) The standard deviation and coefficient of variation are obtained by the equation below:
Standard deviation=

Coefficient of variation (CV)=where Xi is the i-th weight data,
N is number of data.
Standard deviation

Relative error of maximum value =Relative error of minimum value =6.6.1.

Averagex 100 (%)

Maximum value - Average
Average
Minimum value - Average
Averagex 100 (%)

x 100 (%)

Getting Started

Switching to the Statistical Function Mode (Changing The Function Table)
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key for 2 seconds
until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed,then release the key.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display
1ap fnc .

Press and holdfor 2 seconds

Press several times

3 Press the PRINT key to display apf 0 .

4 Press the RE-ZERO key several times to display
apf 2 .
To select statistical items to output, go to step 5.
To store the statistical function mode setting, go tostep 7.
To disable the statistical calculation mode, press
the RE-ZERO key to select apf 0 .

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Press several times

To store the setting,go to step 7.

To select statisticalitems to output,
go to step 5.

Selecting the statistical items to output

5 Press the SAMPLE key to display 5taf 0 .
6 Press the RE-ZERO key to select the output items.
In the example, 5taf 1 is selected to output the number ofdata, sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum)
and average.

Parameter
01
2

3

Description
Number of data, sum
Number of data, sum
Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average
Number of data, sum
Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average,
Standard deviation, coefficient of variation
Number of data, sum
Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average,
Standard deviation, coefficient of variation
Relative error of maximum value, relative error of minimum value

7 Press the PRINT key to store the setting.
8 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.

Selecting the unit

9 Press the MODE key to select the unit to be used forthe statistical calculation mode. In the example shownat the right, gram (g) is selected.

Notes

Selecting the unit using the MODE key is not available after thedata is entered. In this case, clear the data as described on page
27 and select the unit using the MODE key.
When the unit used for the statistical calculation mode is to be enabled upon power-on,
select the unit in “Unit (Unit)” of the function table beforehand.

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6.6.2.

Using The Statistical Calculation Mode

Entering data for statistical calculation

Use the following keys to operate the statistical calculation mode.
MODE key ................. When the data is entered, moves between the displaying items (weighing mode,
statistical results and data operation) each time the key is pressed.
When no data has been entered, selects the unit.
SAMPLE key..............Turns the minimum weighing value on or off, in the weighing mode.
RE-ZERO key ............Sets the display to zero in the weighing mode.
PRINT key ................. Outputs the data number and the weight data and includes the weight data tostatistical calculation in the weighing mode. (Output is not in the data format
specified in the function table because of the data number added.)
Outputs the statistical results while the statistical results are displayed. (Output is
not in the data format specified in the function table.).....................
CAL key
Returns to the weighing mode.

1 Press the RE-ZERO key to set the display to zero.

N000

2 Place the sample on the weighing pan and wait for thestabilization indicator to turn on.
N000

3 Press the PRINT key to add the data displayed tostatistical calculation. The number of data on the upper
left of the display increases by 1.

Weighing
pan

4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 for each weighing.

Sample
N000

N001

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Outputting the statistical results

5 Each time the MODE key is pressed, the display changes: theresults as selected in “Statistical function mode output items(5taf)”, Clear and CanCel .

N010

Notes

When the number of data is 1, the coefficient ofvariation is displayed as - - - - - - - .
When the average is 0, the coefficient ofvariation / relative error is displayed as - - - - - - - .

Outputs the results.

Statistical items are indicated on the upper leftof the display using the following symbols.
Symbol
SUM
MAX
MIN
R
AVE
SD
CV
MMAX%
MMIN%

Displays the statistical results
selected in the function table

Statistical item
Sum
Maximum
Minimum
Range (Maximum – minimum)
AverageStandard deviation
Coefficient of variation
Relative error of maximum value
Relative error of minimum value

To clearthe statisticaldata

To delete
the latest data

6 While the results are displayed, press the
PRINT key to output the results.

Output example

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Deleting the latest data

N010

When the wrong data is entered, it can be deleted and excluded from statistical
calculation. Only the latest data can be deleted.
1 In the weighing mode, press the MODE key, and thenpress the SAMPLE key to display 1CanCel .

SUM

2 Press the PRINT key to display Can no .

3 Press the RE-ZERO key to display Can go .
4 Press the PRINT key to delete the latest data andexclude it from statistical calculation.
The number of data decreases by 1 when the balance
returns to the weighing mode.

N009

Clearing the statistical data

All the statistical data will be deleted and the number of data will be 0 (zero).
1 In the weighing mode, press the MODE key,
and then press the SAMPLE key several times
to display Clear .

N010

SUM

2 Press the PRINT key to display Clr no .
Pressseveral times

3 Press the RE-ZERO key to display Clr go .
4 Press the PRINT key to delete the statistical data.
The number of data becomes 0 (zero) when thebalance returns to the weighing mode.

N000

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6.7.

Statistical Calculation Mode (Example of Use)

Here, as an example of use of the statistical calculation mode, mixing
Press and holdof the multiple formulae such as medicine is described. The mixing(for 2 seconds)
process is recorded using the balance and the printer.
In the example, the FX-3000i and the AD-8127 (dump print mode) areconnected using the RS-232C serial interface.
Pressseveral times

6.7.1.

Getting Started

Changing the function table
Changes :●To enable the statistical calculation mode
●To enable “Zero after output”

Norm

Enabling the statistical calculation mode
1 Enter the function table menu.

Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc
function table is displayed, then release the key.

of theStat

2 Select the application function.
Press the SAMPLE key several times to display 1ap fnc .
Then, press the PRINT key to display 1°apf 0 .
3 Change the application function parameter to “2”.
Press the RE-ZERO key to display apf 2 . Press the
PRINT key to confirm the change. After end , 1locfnc1 isdisplayed.

Pressseveral times

Enabling “Zero after output”
4 Select “Zero after output”.

Press the SAMPLE key several times to display 1dout .
Then, press the PRINT key to display °prt 0 , and press
the SAMPLE key several times to display 1°ar-d 0 .
5 Enable “Zero after output”.
Press the RE-ZERO key to display ar-d 1 . Then, press
the PRINT key to confirm the change. After 1end , 5if isdisplayed.

key

Press
several times
off

Returning to the weighing mode

6 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.

on

Return to
the weighing mode

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6.7.2.

Using The Statistical Calculation Mode

1 Press the RE-ZERO key to set the display to zero.
N000

2 Place a container on the weighing pan.
Press the PRINT key to cancel the weight (tare). Thebalance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the tare value)
The tare value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

Container

N000

3 Weigh formula 1 and press the PRINT key. Thebalance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the weight value of
formula 1)
The weight value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

1N0.
ST,+00005.63

gN001

4 Weigh formula 2 and press the PRINT key. Thebalance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the weight value of
formula 2)
The weight value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

Formula 1
N001

Sample 1

5 When there are some more formulae to be added,
repeat step 4.

N0.
2
ST,+00001.99

gN002

6 After mixing is complete, press the MODE key todisplay the statistical results.

Formula 1+2

N002

7 Press the PRINT key to output the number of data
saved including the tare value and the total weight.
Sample 2N0.
3
ST,+00007.78

g

N003

Output example

SUM

N
3
SUM
ST,+00+15.40

29g

7. RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT
This function stabilizes the weight value, reducing the influence on weighing that is caused by drafts
and vibration at the place where the balance is installed.
The function has three stages as follows and can be changed by simple key operation.
Indicator
FAST

Description
Fast response, but prone to drafts and vibration.
Good for target weighing.

MID.
SLOW

Slow response, but strong against drafts and vibration
Good for weighing which requires a stable display.

Operation

1 Press and hold the MODE key until RESPONSE isdisplayed. And then, release the key.

Press and holdthe key (for 2
seconds)

2 Press the MODE key to select a rate of the response
adjustment. Either FAST, MID. or SLOW can beselected.

Release the key
and press again

3 After a few seconds of inactivity, or when the PRINT
key is pressed, the balance displays eend . Then, it
returns to the weighing mode and displays the updated
response indicator. The response indicator remains
displayed for a while.

Each pressing
switches
the indicators

Note

Setting the response rate automatically changes the“Condition (Cond)” and “Display refresh rate (5pd)”
parameters of “Environment, Display (ba5fnc)” in thefunction table, as shown below:
Indicator
FAST
MID.
SLOW

Cond (Condition)
01
2

5pd (Display refresh rate)2((20 times/second)0((5 times/second)0((5 times/second)

When the balance is to be used with other setting
combinations, set each parameter in the function table.

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After a while

8. CALIBRATION

8.1.

Calibration Mode

The balance has the following modes.
 Calibration using the internal mass (One-touch calibration, only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series)
 Calibration using an external weight Calibration test using an external weight (Calibration test does not perform calibration.)

Terms

The following terms are defined as follows:
External weight= A weight that you have. Referred to as a calibration weight when used forcalibration.
Calibration weight = A weight used for calibration
Target weight= An external weight used for calibration test

Caution Calibration adjusts the balance for accurate weighing.
Besides periodic calibration and before each use, perform calibration when:• The balance is installed for the first time.
• The balance has been moved.
• The ambient environment has changed.
 Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance during calibration.
 To output the GLP / GMP compliant using the RS-232C serial interface, set “GLP output ( info )”of “Data output ( dout )”. For details, refer to “10. FUNCTION TABLE”.
 Calibration test is available only when “GLP output ( info )” of “Data output ( dout )” is set to “1” or “2”.
 When calibrating, use the accessory breeze break. (All models of the FZ-i series, FZ-i WP series
and FZ-GD series, and the 120/200/300 of the FX-i series, FX-i WP series and FX-GD series(including the 500 for the the FX-i series))

Caution on using an external weight The accuracy of an external weight will influence the accuracy of weighing. Select anappropriate weight as listed below:

Usable calibration weight(your weight)
FZ-120 i
FX-120 i
FZ-120 i WP
FX-120 i WP
100g, 50g
FZ-200 i
FX-200 i
FZ-200 i WP
FX-200 i WP
200g, 100g, 50g *1
FZ-300 i
FX-300 i
FZ-300 i WP
FX-300 i WP
300g, 200g, 100g, 50 *1
500g, 400g, 300g, 200g
FZ-500 i
FX-500 i
100g, 50g
FZ-1200 i FX-1200 i
FZ-1200 i WP
FX-1200 i WP
1000g, 500g
FZ-2000 i FX-2000 i
FZ-2000 i WP
FX-2000 i WP
2000g, 1000g, 500g *1
FZ-3000 i FX-3000 i
FZ-3000 i WP
FX-3000 i WP
3000g, 2000g, 1000g, 500g *1
5000g, 4000g, 3000g, 2000g,
FZ-5000 i FX-5000 i
1000g 500g
The calibration weight in bold type: factory setting
The calibration weight value can be adjusted within the range above.
Model*1 Can be selected with balance software version 3.10 or later.
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Adjustable
range-0.050g to+0.050g-0.50g to+0.50g

Display

8.2.

This indicator means “the balance is measuring calibration data”.
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance while thisindicator is displayed.

Calibration Using the Internal mass
(One-Touch Calibration, only for FZ-i /FZ- i WP/FZ-GD series)

This function calibrates the balance using the internal mass. The only operation required is to press
the CAL key. (The FX- i/FX- iWP/FX-GD series do not have the one-touch calibration function.)

Note
Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm that the bubble is in the center ofthe spirit level.
Poor level adjustment may cause a calibration error while using the internal mass.

Operation

1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on theweighing pan.

2 Place the accessory breeze break on the balance and press the CAL key.
3 The balance displays Calin and performs calibration using the internal mass. Do not allow
vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
4 The balance displays end after calibration. If the “GLP output (info)” parameter of the function
table is set to “1”, “2” or “3”, the balance displays glp and outputs “Calibration Report” using the
RS-232C interface or stores the data in memory. For details on the calibration report format,
refer to “11.2. GLP Report”.
5 The balance will automatically return to the weighing mode after calibration.

About the internal mass

The FZ- i/FZ- iWP/FZ-GD series can readjust the internal weight value using an external weight(your weight) as reference value.
The mass of the internal mass may change due to corrosion or other damage caused by theoperating environment, or due to aging. Check the internal mass periodically. Correct the internalmass value as necessary. For details, refer to “8.5. Correcting the internal mass value: 1” and “8-4Correcting the internal mass value: 2”.
To maintain the weighing accuracy, perform the internal mass value correction periodically.

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8.3.

Calibration Using an External WeightThis function calibrates the balance using an external weight.

Operation

1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance
for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the pan.
2 Press and hold the CAL key until
displayed, and then release the key.

3 The balance displays Cal

CaloutPress andhold the key(for 2 seconds)

isReleasethe key0.

 If you want to change the calibration weight (a listof usable weights is shown on page 31), press
the SAMPLE key and go to step 4.
 If you use the calibration weight value stored in
the balance, go to step 5.

Select aweight4 Specify the calibration weight value as follows:
SAMPLE key

To switch the display condition
to: “All of weight selectionmode) or “The last two digits
blinking” (value adjustmentmode).

RE-ZERO key (To increase the value)
MODE key (To decrease the value)
To select the calibration
weight or adjust the value.
PRINT key

To store the new weightvalue. Even if the AC adapter
is removed, the data ismaintained in non-volatilememory.

CAL key

To cancel the operation andreturn to Cal 0 .

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To next pagee.g. Calibration
weight value
1000.12 g

5 Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and press
the PRINT key. The balance measures the zero
point. Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect thebalance.
The balance displays the calibration weight value.

6 Place the displayed calibration weight on the pan
and press the PRINT key. The balance measuresthe calibration weight. Do not allow vibration ordrafts to affect the balance.

7 The balance displays end . Remove the weight fromthe pan.

8 When the GLP output is set, the balance displays
glp and outputs “Calibration Report”.
1

9 The balance will automatically return to the weighingmode.

10 Place the calibration weight on the pan and confirm
that the value displayed is within ±2 digits of thespecified value. If it is not within the range, check theambient conditions such as drafts and vibration, also
check the weighing pan. Then, repeat steps 1 to 9.

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8.4.

Calibration Test Using an External WeightThis function tests the balance weighing accuracy using an external weight and outputs the result.
This is available only when the “GLP output (info)” parameter is set to “1”, “2”or “3”. (Calibration test
does not perform calibration.)

Operation

1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance
for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the pan.
2 Press and hold the CAL key until
displayed, and then release the key.

CCout

Press andhold the key(for 2 seconds)

is

3 The balance displays CC 0 .
 If you want to change the target weight (a list of
usable weights is shown on page 31), press the
SAMPLE key and go to step 4.
 If you use the target weight value stored in thebalance, go to step 5.
4 Specify the target weight value as follows:
SAMPLE key
To
switchthedisplay
condition to: “All of thesegments blinking” (target
weight selection mode) or“The last two digits blinking”(value adjustment mode).

Releasethe key

Select aweightRE-ZERO key (To increase the value)
MODE key (To decrease the value)
To select the target weight or
adjust the value.
PRINT key

CAL key

To store the new weightvalue. Even if the AC adapter
is removed, the data ismaintained in non-volatilememory.
To cancel the operation andreturn to CC 0 .

35e.g. Target
weight value
1000.12 g
To next page

5 Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and press the
PRINT key. The balance measures the zero point anddisplays the measured value. Do not allow vibration ordrafts to affect the balance.
The balance displays the target weight value.

6 Place the displayed target weight on the pan and press the
PRINT key. The balance measures the target weight anddisplays the measured value. Do not allow vibration ordrafts to affect the balance.

7 The balance displays end . Remove the weight from thepan.

8 When the GLP output is set, the balance displays glp1 andoutputs “Calibration Test Report”.

9 The balance will automatically return to the weighing
mode.

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8.5.

Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 1 (Only for FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series) The FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series balance can correct the internal mass value using an external weight.
Method 1: Calibrate the balance using the internal mass. Measure the external weight. Calculate
the correction value. And store it in the balance.
 The adjustable range of the internal mass value is as follows:

FZ-120i
FZ-200i
FZ-300i
FZ-500i
FZ-1200i
FZ-2000i
FZ-3000i
FZ-5000i

Model
FZ-120iWP
FZ-200iWP
FZ-300iWP

FZ-120GD
FZ-200GD
FZ-300GD

FZ-1200iWP
FZ-2000iWP
FZ-3000iWP

FZ-1200GD
FZ-2000GD
FZ-3000GD

Correction reference value Adjustable range
100 g-0.050 g to
200 g+0.050 g

1 kg-0.50 g to +0.50 g

2 kg

Operation

Example : Correcting the weight value by +0.003 g in 100 g using the FZ-120i
If correcting the weight value by +0.003 g in 50 g, use the correction value of +0.006 g as
the correction reference value is 100 g..
The same mass

99.997 g

Correct the internal mass by+0.003 g in 100 g. Calibrate withthe corrected internal mass.

100.000 g

Corrected mass value

1 Perform calibration using the internal mass (one-touch
calibration). Place the external weight on the FZ-120i weighing
pan to obtain the correction value.
2 With the factory setting, the balance can not correct the internalmass value. Refer to “9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND
INITIALIZATION” and set the internal mass value correction switch to 1.
3 In the weighing mode, press and hold the SAMPLE key todisplay ba5fnc ..
4 Press the SAMPLE key several times until C5 in 1 is displayed.
If C5 in 1 is not displayed, perform step 2.
5 Press the PRINT key.
Correct the internal mass value using the following keys:
RE-ZERO key To increase the value by one.
The balance displays
MODE key
To decrease the value by one.
-50 digits after +50 digits.
PRINT key
To store the correction value
and display the next menu itemof the function table.
CAL key
To cancel the operation and return to theweighing mode.
6 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
7 Press the CAL key to perform calibration using the internal mass.
8 Confirm that the internal mass value has been corrected properly
by placing the external weight on the weighing pan.
If the internal mass value has not been corrected properly,
repeat the procedure to adjust the correction value.

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Press andhold the key(for 2 seconds)

8.6.

Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 2 (Only for FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series) The FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series balance can correct the internal mass value using an external weight.
Method 2: Calibrate the balance using the external weight. The balance performs automatic
calibration using the internal mass, corrects the internal mass value and stores it in
the balance. The corrected mass value is maintained in non-volatile memory even if
the AC adapter is removed.
 The usable calibration weights and the adjustable range are as follows:
Model
Usable calibration weight
Adjustable range
FZ-120i FZ-120iWP FZ-120GD
100 g, 50 g
FZ-200i FZ-200iWP FZ-200GD
200 g, 100 g, 50 g *1
FZ-300i FZ-300iWP FZ-300GD
300 g, 200 g, 100 g, 50 g *1
-0.050 g to +0.050 g
500
g
400
g,
300
g,
200
g
,
FZ-500i
100 g, 50 g
FZ-1200i FZ-1200iWP FZ-1200GD 1000 g, 500 g
FZ-2000i FZ-2000iWP FZ-2000GD 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g *1
FZ-3000i FZ-3000iWP FZ-3000GD 3000 g, 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g *1
-0.50 g to +0.50 g
5000
g
4000
g,
3000
g,
2000
g
,
FZ-5000i
1000 g, 500 g
The calibration weight in bold type: factory setting
The calibration weight value can be adjusted within the range above.
*1 Can be selected with balance software version 3.10 or later.

Operation

1 With the factory setting, the balance can not correct
the internal mass value. Refer to “9. FUNCTION
SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION” and set the internalmass value correction switch to 1.
2 In the weighing mode, press an d hold the SAMPLE
key to display ba5fnc .
3 Press the SAMPLE key several times until C5 in 21 isdisplayed.
If C5 in 2 is not displayed, perform step 1.
4 Press the PRINT key to display Cal 0 .
Refer to “8-5 Calibration Using an External
Weight”, to perform the calibration.
5 After calibration, end is displayed. The balance displays
1ready ? when the weight is removed.
Place the accessory breeze break on the balance andpress the PRINT key.
6 1Cal. SET is displayed and the balance corrects theinternal mass value automatically
7 After correcting the internal mass value, the balance displays, and performs the calibration automatically using
CCal.
the corrected internal mass value.
8 The balance displays end and returns to the weighing mode.
9 Confirm that the internal mass value has been corrected
properly by placing the external weight used for the correction
procedure on the weighing pan.
If the internal mass value has not been corrected properly,
repeat the procedure to adjust the correction value.

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200 g

9.1.

9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION
Permit or Inhibit

The balance stores parameters that must not be changed unintentionally. There are two switches forthe purpose of protecting these parameters. Each switch can select either “permit” or “inhibit”. The“inhibit” protects parameters against unintentional operations.

Switches (FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series)(The display shown left indicates the factory settings.)

Function table0 To inhibit changes to the function table
1 To permit changes to the function table

Calibration using the internal mass (One-touch calibration)
0 To inhibit calibration using the internal mass
1 To permit calibration using the internal mass

Calibration using an external weight0 To inhibit calibration using an external weight
1 To permit calibration using an external weightNot used
Internal mass value correction
0 To inhibit correction
1 To permit correction

Switches (FX-i / FX-iWP / FX-GD series)(The display shown left indicates the factory settings.)

Function table0 To inhibit changes to the function table
1 To permit changes to the function tableNot used

Calibration using an external weight0 To inhibit calibration using an external weight
1 To permit calibration using an external weightNot usedNot used39

Operation

1 Press the ON:OFF key to turn off the display.
2 While pressing and holding the PRINT key and the SAMPLE key, press the ON:OFF key. Thebalance displays p5 .
3 Press the PRINT key. Then the balance displays the function switches.
4 Set the switches using the following keys.
SAMPLE key

To select the switch to change the parameter. The selected switch blinks.

RE-ZERO key

To change the parameter of the switch selected.
0: To inhibit changes. 1: To permit changes

9.2.

PRINT key

To store the new parameter and return to the weighing mode.

CAL key

To cancel the operation ( Clr is displayed.) To return to the weighing
mode, press the CAL key once again.

Initializing the BalanceThis function returns the following parameters to factory settings.
 Calibration data Function table The sample unit mass value (counting mode), 100% reference mass value (percent mode) External calibration weight Function switch settings
 Statistical data Internal mass value (Only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series)

Note

Be sure to calibrate the balance after initialization.

Operation
1 Press the ON:OFF key to turn off the display.
2 While pressing and holding the PRINT key and the
SAMPLE key, press the ON:OFF key. The balancedisplays p5 .
3 Press the SAMPLE key to display Clr .

4 Press the PRINT key to display Clr no .
To cancel this operation, press the CAL key.
5 Press the RE-ZERO key to display Clr go .

6 Press the PRINT key to initialize the balance.
The balance will automatically return to the weighing
mode.

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With these keys
held down

Press the key

10. FUNCTION TABLE
The function table reads or rewrites the parameters that are stored in the balance. These parameters
stored, even if the AC adapter is removed, are maintained in non-volatile memory.

10.1. Structure and Sequence of the Function Table
The function table menu consists of two layers. The first layer is the “Class” and the second layer is the“Item”. Each item stores a parameter.

ExampleThis example sets “Auto print mode A” for “Data output mode” and “100 digits” for “Auto print
difference”.

Start, From weighing mode
Press and hold(for 2 seconds)

Item"Data output mode"Pressseveral
times

Class

Press one time

Parameter"Auto print mode A"

Item
Press two times

Parameter"100 digits"

Press one time
Item
"Auto print difference"

End, To weighing mode

10.2.

Display and Keys

Display/Key

Description
The symbol “ ” indicates that the parameter displayed is in effect.
When pressed and held for 2 seconds in the weighing mode, enters the function
table mode.
Selects the class or item in the function table mode.
Changes the parameter.
When a class is displayed, moves to an item in the class.
When an item is displayed, stores the new parameter and displays the next class.
When an item is displayed, cancels the new parameter and displays the next class.
When a class is displayed, exits the function table mode and returns to the weighing
mode.

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10.3. Details of the Function Table
Class

Item and Parameter
Cond
Condition
5t-b
Stability band width
Hold
Hold function
trc
Zero tracking

ba5fncEnvironment
5pd
Display
Display refresh rate
pnt
Decimal point
p-on
Auto display-ON
poff
Auto display-OFF
rng
Display at start
beep
Beep
Cl adj *Clock

Cp
Comparator modeCp fncComparator

bepLO buzzer
bepOK buzzer
bepHI buzzer

Description
0 Fast response, sensitive value FAST
With “Hold 1”, sets the1MID. averaging time.
2 Slow response, stable value SLOWThe stabilization indicator
0 Stable range is ±1 digit
illuminates when the display
1
fluctuation is within the range.
With “Hold 1”, sets the
2 Stable range is ±3 digits
stabilization range.
Holds the display when stable in
0 OFF
animal mode. With “Hold 1”,
1 ON
ANIMAL turns on.
0 OFF
1 Normal
Keeps zero display by tracking
zero drift.
2 Strong
3 Very strong
0 5 times/second
Period to refresh the display
1 10 times/second
2 20 times/second
0 Point (.)
Decimal point format
1 Comma (,)
Turns on the weighing mode
0 OFF
display when the AC adapter is
1 ON
connected.
0 OFF
Turns off the display after 10
minutes of inactivity.
1 ON (10 minutes)
Select whether or not to display
0 Displays
the minimum weighing value at
1 Does not display
weighing start.
Select whether or not to sound0 Does not soundthe beep when operating on
1 Sounds
keys.
Confirms and sets the time andRefer to “10-9 Clock and calendar
date. The time and date arefunction”.
added to output data.
0 No comparison
Comparison, excluding "near zero" when stable value or
1 overloaded
Comparison, including "near zero" when stable value or2 overloaded
3 Continuous comparison, excluding "near zero"4

Continuous comparison, including "near zero"

0

OFF

1

ON

0

OFF

1

ON

0

OFF

1

ON

: Factory settings. Digit is a unit of minimum weighing value* : Only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series

42ClassCp Hi
Upper limit
Cp lo
Lower limit

Item and Parameter

Description

Refer to “10.10. Comparator
Function”.

6
0
1
2
0
1
2
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
1
0

Accepts the PRINT key only
when the display is stable.
Auto print mode A
Outputs data when the display(Reference = zero)is stable and conditions of
ap-p, ap-b and the reference
Auto print mode B(Reference = last stable value) value are met.
Stream mode
Outputs data continuously.
Accepts the PRINT key regardless of
Key mode B (Immediately)
the display condition.
Accepts the PRINT key immediately
when the display is stable, or waits for
Key mode C (When stable)
the display to be stable when not.
Interval output mode
Uses interval output mode.
Plus only
Displayed value>Reference
Minus only
Displayed value<Reference
Both
Regardless of displayed value
10 digits
Difference between reference
100 digits
value and displayed value
1000 digits
Every measurement
2 seconds
5 seconds
Interval time for the interval
10 seconds
30 seconds
output mode
1 minute(With prt 6)
2 minute
5 minute
10 minuteNo output
Selects whether or not the ID
number is output.
OutputNo output

1

Time only

2

Date only

3

Time and date

0
1
0
1
0
1

No pause
Pause (1.6 seconds)
Not usedUsed
No output
AD-8121 format
General data format (output time and date using
the built-in clock)
General data format (output time and date using
the clock of the external equipment)
Not used
Used

0
1
prt
Data output mode

2
3
4
5

ap-p
Auto print polarity
ap-b
Auto print difference

dout
Data output

intInterval time

5-id
ID number output
5-td*
Time/Date output
pU5e
Data output pause
at-fAuto feedinfo
GLP output

2
3

ar-d
Zero after output

0
1

Key mode

Selects the data output
interval.
Selects whether or not
automatic feed is performed.

Selects GLP output method.

Adjusts zero automaticallyafter data is output

Factory settings. Digit is a unit of minimum weighing value* : Only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series
43ClassItem and Parameterbp5
Baud rate

btpr
Data bit, parity bit
5if
Serialinterface

Crlf
Terminator

type
Data format

t-Up
Timeout
erCd
AK, Error code
mlt
Programmable-unit (Multi-unit)
Unit
Unit
Iid
ID number
apf
Application function
Aap fnc
Application

5taf
Statistical function
mode output items

Description
0
1
2
3
4
5
0
1
2
0
1
0
1
2
3
4
5
0
1
0
1

600 bps
1200 bps
2400 bps
4800 bps
9600 bps
19200 bps
7 bits, even7 bits, odd
8 bits, none
CR LF
CR
A&D standard format
DP format
KF format
MT format
NU format
CSV format
No limit
1 second
No output
Output

Sets an arbitrary coefficient.

locfncloc no.

Refer to “10.6. Description of
the Item “Data Format””.

Selects the wait time to receive
a command.
AK:ASCII code 06h
Available only when
programmable- unit mode isselected.

Refer to “5. WEIGHING UNITS”.
Refer to “11. ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT”
0
1
2
0
1
2
3

pa55

CR: ASCII code 0Dh
LF: ASCII code 0Ah

Normal weighing mode
Capacity indicator
Statistical calculation mode
Number of data, sum
Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range(maximum-minimum)
Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range(maximum-minimum), standard deviation, coefficient of variation
Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range(maximum-minimum), standard deviation, coefficient ofvariation, relative errorOFF
ON (limits weighing operations)
ON (enables basic weighing)admIN Administrator password input
U5er01 User 1 password input
0
1
2

～

U5er10 User 10 password input* : Only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series: Factory settings.

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Refer to “14. PASSWORDLOCK FUNCTION”.

Class
C5 in 1 *Internal mass value correction: Method 1
C5 in 2 *Internal mass value correction: Method 2

Description
Refer to “8. CALIBRATION”.

* : Only for the FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series

Displayed only when thefunction switch (internal mass
value correction switch) is set
to 1.

: Factory settings.

CautionThe balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified refresh rate, depending on
the baud rate.
When a refresh rate of 20 times/second is used, set the baud rate to 4800 bps or higher.

10.4. Description of the Class “Environment, Display”
Condition ( Cond )Cond 0This parameter is for sensitive response to the fluctuation of a weight value.
Used for powder target weighing, weighing a very light sample or when quick
response weighing is required.
After setting, the balance displays FAST.

Cond 2This parameter is for stable weighing with slow response. Used to prevent aweight value from drifting due to vibration or drafts.
After setting, the balance displays SLOW.

Note

With “Hold function (Hold)” set to “ON (1)”, this item is used to set the
averaging time.

Stability band width ( 5t-b )This item controls the width to regard a weight value as a stable value. When the fluctuation persecond is less than the parameter, the balance displays the stabilization indicator and outputs the data.
The parameter influences the “Auto print mode”
5t-b 0This parameter is for sensitive response of the stabilization indicator. Used forexact weighing.

5t-b 2This parameter ignores slight fluctuation of a weight value. Used to prevent aweight value from drifting due to vibration or drafts.

NoteWith “Hold function (Hold)” set to “ON (1)”, this item is used to set thestabilization range.

Hold function ( Hold ) (Animal weighing mode)This function is used to weigh a moving object such as an animal.
When the weight data is over the weighing range from zero and the display fluctuation is within thestabilization range for a fixed period of averaging time, the processing indicator illuminates and thebalance displays the average weight of the animal. When the animal is removed from the weighingpan, the display returns to zero automatically.
This function is available only when the hold function parameter is set to “1” (the animal mode indicator
ANIMAL illuminates) and any weighing unit other than the counting mode is selected.
The stabilization range and averaging time are set in “Condition (Cond)” and “Stability band width (5t-b)”.
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Weighing range
FZ

120i

120i WP

120GD

200i

200i WP

200GD

series 300i
500i
FX
series300i WP

Stabilization range

2 seconds

300GD

Lesser 6.25%

Cond 0 Faster5t-b 0Cond 1 4 seconds

5t-b 10.200g120i

120i WP

120GD

200i

200i WP
300i WP

200GD
300GD

1200i WP

1200GD

300i
500i
1200i

Averaging time

FZ

2000i

2000i WP

2000GD

series

3000i

3000i WP

3000GDor over

8 seconds

Cond 2 More accurate

5t-b 2

12.5%

Greater

16.7%

2.00g

5000i
1200i

1200i WP

1200GD

FX

2000i

2000i WP

2000GD

series

3000i

3000i WP

3000GDor over

5000i

Zero tracking ( trc )This function tracks zero point drift caused by changes in the environment and stabilizes the zero point.
When the weight data is only a few digits, turn the function off for accurate weighing.

Note

Digit indicates a unit of minimum weighing value.
trc 0
trc 1
trc 2
trc 3

The tracking function is not used. Used for weighing a very light sample.
The tracking function is used. Normal zero tracking.
The tracking function is used. Strong zero tracking.
The tracking function is used. Very strong zero tracking.

Display refresh rate ( 5pd )Period to refresh the display. This parameter influences “Stream mode” along with “Baud rate” and“Data output pause”

NoteThis item is selected automatically when the response rate is changed.

Decimal point ( pnt )The decimal point format can be selected.

Auto display-ON ( p-on )When the AC adapter is connected, the display is automatically turned on in the weighing mode,
without the ON:OFF key operation. Used when the balance is built into an automated system.
30-minute warm up is necessary for accurate weighing.

Auto display-OFF ( poff )When the AC adapter is connected and no operation is performed (inactivity state) for 10 minutes, thedisplay is automatically turned off and the standby indicator is illuminated.

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10.5. Description of the Item “Data Output Mode”
The parameter setting of the “Data output mode ( prt )” applies to the performance when the data istransmitted using the RS-232C serial interface.

Key mode

When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs theweight data and the display blinks one time.
Required setting

dout

prt 0

Key mode

Auto print modes A and B

When the displayed value is stable and the conditions of “Auto print polarity”, “Auto print difference”
and reference value are met, the balance outputs the weight data.
When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs the data
and the display blinks one time.
Mode A: Example
Required setting

Mode B: Example
Required setting“For outputting the weight value each time a sample is added, with“ar-d” set to “1” (to adjust zero after the data is output).”
dout
dout
dout
dout

prt 1
ap-p
ap-b
ar-d 1

Auto print mode A (reference = zero)
Auto print polarity
Auto print difference
Auto re-zero“For outputting the weight value while a sample is added.”
dout
dout
dout

prt 2
ap-p
ap-b

Auto print mode B (reference = last stable value)
Auto print polarity
Auto print difference

Stream mode

The balance outputs the weight data continuously regardless of the display condition. The display
does not blink in this mode.
Example“For monitoring data on a computer”
With the FZ-GD / FX-GD series, always display weighing values using

the AD-8920A remote display.

Required setting

Cautiondout
ba5fnc
5if

prt 3
5pd
bp5

Stream mode
Display refresh rate
Baud rate

The balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified refresh rate and baud rate.
Set the baud rate higher.

Key mode B

When the PRINT key is pressed, the balance outputs the weight data, regardless of the display
condition. The display does not blink in this mode.
Required setting
dout
prt 4
Key mode B (Immediately)

Key mode C

When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs theweight data. When the stabilization indicator is not on, the balance waits for the indicator to turn on andoutputs the data. The balance blinks one time in this mode.
Required setting
dout
prt 5
Key mode C (When stable)

47Interval output mode

The weight data is periodically output.
When the PRINT key is pressed, the balance starts to output the weight data at a preset interval time.
When the PRINT key is pressed again, the balance stops outputting the weight data.
Example“For outputting the weight data periodically."

Required setting

dout
dout

CautionInterval output mode
Interval time

prt 6
int

The balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified interval times and baud rate.
Set the baud rate higher.

10.6. Description of the Item “Data Format”
A&D standard format

5if type 0This format is used when the peripheral equipment can receive the A&D format. If an AD-8127 printeris used, set the printer to MODE 1 or 2.
 This format consists of fifteen characters excluding the terminator.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data with the leading zeros. If the data is zero, the plus sign is used.
 The unit, consisting of three characters, follows the data.
 Output example: S T , + 0 1 2 . 0 0 7 8
g CR LF

Header Print example:

Data

W T

+

Header

1 2

.

0

0 7

Data

DP (Dump print) format

Unit

Terminator

8g CR LF

Unit

Terminator

5if type 1

This format is suitable for the peripheral equipment that prints the received data as is.
When an AD-8127 printer is used, set the printer to MODE 3.
 This format consists of sixteen characters excluding the terminator.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition. No overload header is used.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data, with spaces in place of leading zeros, if the data is
not zero or overloaded.
 The unit, consisting of three characters, follows the data.
W T

Header

+

1 2

.

Data

0

0 7

g CR LF

8

Unit

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TerminatorKF format

5if type 2

This is the Karl-Fischer moisture meter format and is used when the peripheral equipment can only
communicate using this format.
 This format consists of fourteen characters excluding the terminator.
 This format has no header characters.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data, with spaces in place of leading zeros, if the data is
not zero or overloaded.
 This format outputs the unit only for a stable value.
+

1 2 . 7 8

Data

MT format

g

CR LF

Unit

Terminator

5if type 3

This format is used when the peripheral equipment of other manufacturer is connected. Please notethat the connection is not guaranteed.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition.
 The polarity sign is used only for negative data.
 The weight data uses spaces in place of the leading zeros.
 The character length of this format changes dependent upon the unit
S

1

Header
S
S
S

2

.

7

Data

8

g CR LF

Unit Terminator

Stable (outputs by the PRINT key)
Unstable (outputs by the PRINT key)

Stable header (outputs by the command)
D Unstable header (outputs by the command)
I Overload header

NU (numerical) format

5if type 4

This format outputs only numerical data.
 This format consists of nine characters excluding the terminator.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data with the leading zeros. If the data is zero, the plus sign
is used.

CSV format

5if type 5

 Separates the data of A&D standard format and the unit by a comma (,).
 Outputs the unit even when the data is overloaded.

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ID number

dout 5-td 1 or 3

 This is the identification number for the balance, and it is fixed to 7 digits.
L

Date

A

B

-

1

2

3 CR LF

dout 5-td 2 or 3

 The date output order can be changed in "Clock (Cl adj)".
 The year is output in a four-digit format.
1 2

Time

/ 3 1

/ 2

0 1

0 CR LF

dout 5-td 1 or 3

 The time is output in a 24-hour format.
1 2

: 3

4 : 5

6 CR LF

10.7. Data Format Examples
Stableg CR LF
A&D S T , + 0 0 0 0 1 . 2 7
g CR LF+ 1 . 2 7
DP W TCR LF
gKF
1 . 2 7+
MT
1 . 2 7
g CR LF
NU + 0 0 0 0 1 . 2 7 CR LF

Unstable

A&D U
DP U
KF MT S
NU -

S ,
S

-

0 0

1
D
0 0 1 8

1
8 3
- 1
3 .

8
1
.
8
6

3 . 6 9g CR LF
8 3 . 6 9
g CR LF
CR LF
6 9
CR LF
g
3 . 6 9CL
9 R F

Overload
Positive error

A&D O L , + 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 E + 1 9 CR LF
CR LF
E
DP
L
C
KF
H
R F
MT S I + CR LF
NU + 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 CR LF

Overload
Negative error

A&D O L , - 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 E + 1 9 CR LF
CR LF
- E
DP
CR LF
KF
L
MT S I - CR LF
NU - 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 CR LF

C
R
L
F

Space, ASCII 20h
Carriage Return, ASCII 0Dh
Line Feed, ASCII 0Ah

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Note

When “Pound Ounce” is selected, the data is output with the unit of ounce (oz).

10.8. Description of the Item “Application Function”
Capacity indicator ( apf 1)

In the weighing mode, the indicator displays the weight data relative to the weighing capacity inpercentage. (Zero = 0%, maximum capacity = 100%)

Statistical calculation mode ( apf 2)

The mode statistically calculates the weight data, and displays or outputs the results. For details, refer
to “6.6. Statistical Calculation Mode”.

5110.9.

Clock and Calendar Function (Only for FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series)

The FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series balance is equipped with a clock and calendar function. When the “GLP
output (info)” parameter is set to “1” or “2” and the “Time/Date output (5-td)” parameter is set to “1”, “2” or “3”,the time and date are added to the output data. Set or confirm the time and date as follows:

Note

Time and date cannot be confirmed and set with the FX-i / FX-iWP / FX-GD series.

Operation

1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of thefunction table is displayed.
2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display
Cl adj .
3 Press the PRINT key. The balance enters the mode toconfirm or set the time and date.

Confirming the date

4 The current date is displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the date is correct and the operation is to befinished, press the CAL key and go to step 8.
 When the date is correct and the time is to be
confirmed, press the SAMPLE key and go to step 6.
 When the date is not correct and is to be changed,
press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 5.

Note
The year is expressed using a two-digit format. For
example, the year 2010 is expressed as “10”.

Setting the date (with part of the digits blinking)

Before setting the date, set the order in which to display year,
month and date.
RE-ZERO key

To select “YMD”, ”MDY” or “DMY”

SAMPLE key

To make the date and time blink andenable it to be changed.

5 Set the date using the following keys.

To the time
setting mode

Confirm

SAMPLE key

To select the digits to change thevalue. The selected digits blink.

RE-ZERO key

To increase the value by one.

MODE key

To decrease the value by one.

PRINT key

To store the new setting, display
end and go to step 6.

CAL key

To cancel the new setting and
go to step 6.

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To the time
setting modeConfirming the time

6 The current time is displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the time is correct and the date does not need
to be confirmed, press the CAL key and go to step 8.
 When the time is correct and the date is to be
confirmed, press the SAMPLE key and go back tostep 4.
 When the time is not correct and is to be changed,
press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 7.

Setting the time (with part of the digits blinking)7 Set the time in a 24-hour format using the following
keys.
SAMPLE key
RE-ZERO key
MODE key
PRINT key
CAL key

To select the digits to change thevalue. The selected digits blink.
To increase the value by one.
To decrease the value by one.
To store the new setting, display
end and go to step 8.
To cancel the new setting andgo back to step 4.

To the datesetting mode

Confirm

Quitting the operation

8 The balance displays the next menu of the function
table. Press the CAL key to exit the clock and calendar
function and return to the weighing mode.

Notes
Do not enter invalid values such as a non-existing date when setting the time and date.

10.10. Comparator Function
The results of the comparison are indicated by HI OK LO on the display.
Operating conditions:  No comparison
 Comparison when the weight data is stable or overloaded, excluding “near zero”
 Comparison when the weight data is stable or overloaded, including “near zero”
 Continuous comparison, excluding “near zero”
 Continuous comparison, including “near zero”
To compare, use:
 Upper limit value and lower limit value
Input method:
 Digital input

Note"Near zero" means that the weight value is within ±10 digits of the minimum weighing value.
For example, using an FX-3000i in gram mode, the range of ±0.10 g is “near zero”.
For the description of “Comparator (Cp fnc)”, refer to “10.3. Details of the Function Table”.

Setting example(Continuous comparison, excluding “near zero”, upper limit and lower limit values, digital input)

Selecting a comparator mode

1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed.

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2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display Cp fnc .
3 Press the PRINT key.
4 Press the RE-ZERO key several times to display Cp 3 .
5 Press the PRINT key to store the selected mode.

Entering the upper limit value

6 With Cp Hi displayed, press the PRINT key. The current setting of the upper limit value isdisplayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the current setting is not to be changed, press the PRINT or CAL key to go to step 7.
 When the current setting is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key. Change the setting
using the following keys.
SAMPLE key
RE-ZERO key
MODE key
PRINT key
CAL key

To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit blinks.
To change the value of the digit selected.
To switch the polarity.
To store the new setting and go to step 7.
To cancel the new setting and go to step 7.

Entering the lower limit value

7 With Cp lo displayed, press the PRINT key. The current setting of the lower limit value isdisplayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the current setting is not to be changed, press the PRINT or CAL key to go to step 8.
 When the current setting is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key. Change the setting
using the following keys.
SAMPLE key
RE-ZERO key
MODE key
PRINT key
CAL key

To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit blinks.
To change the value of the digit selected.
To switch the polarity.
To store the new setting and go to step 8.
To cancel the new setting and go to step 8.

8 Press the CAL key to exit the comparator function and return to the weighing mode.

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11. ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT The ID number is used to identify the balance when Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) or Good
Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is used.
 The ID number is maintained in non-volatile memory even if the AC adapter is removed.
 The output format for GLP/GMP compliant report is selected at “GLP output (info)” of the function
table and can be output to a personal computer or printer using the RS-232C serial interface.
 The GLP/GMP compliant report includes the balance manufacturer, model, serial number, ID
number and space for signature for weight data, and the weight used and results for calibrationor calibration test data.
When the AD-8127 printer is used, the date and time can be printed using the AD-8127 clock
and calendar function. In this case, set the “GLP output ( info )” parameter to “1”.
 The balance can output the following:“Calibration report” of the calibration, using the internal mass (Calibration due to changes intemperature and one-touch calibration.)“Calibration report” of the calibration, using an external weight.
“Calibration test report” of the calibration test, using an external weight.
“Title block” and “End block” for the weight data.

11.1. Setting the ID Number
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc

of the function table is displayed.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display id .
3 Press the PRINT key. Set the ID number using the following keys.
SAMPLE key

To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit
blinks.

RE-ZERO key, MODE key

To set the character of the digit selected. Refer to the display
character set shown below.

PRINT key

To store the new ID number and display ap fnc

CAL key

To cancel the new ID number and display ap fnc

4 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
Display character set

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11.2. GLP Report
Set the following parameters to output the GLP/GMP compliant report.
 To print the report, set the “GLP output ( info )” parameter to “1”, set the “Data output pause( pU5e )” parameter to “1” and use MODE 3 of the AD-8127. For details on using the printer, refer
to “17.1. Connection to the AD-8127 Multi Printer.
 To output the report to a personal computer using the RS-232C serial interface, set the “GLP
output ( info )” parameter to “2”.

Note
If the time and date are not correct, adjust the AD-8127 clock and calendar (FX-i / FX-iWP /FX-GD series) or use “Cl adj “ of the function table to adjust the time and date (FZ-i / FZ-iWP /FZ-GD series).

Calibration report using an internal weight Printout examples for the FX-i / FX-i WP / FX-GD series
When the setting is “info 1”:

When the setting is “info 2”:56

Calibration report using an external weight Printout examples for the FX-i / FX-i WP / FX-GD series
When the setting is “info 1”:

When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series, thetime and date are added to output data.

Calibration test report using an external weight Printout examples for the FX-i / FX-i WP / FX-GD series(Calibration test does not perform calibration.)
When the setting is “info 1”:

When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series, thetime and date are added to output data.
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Title block and end block

When a weight value is recorded as the GLP data, “Title block” and “End block” are inserted at the
beginning and at the end of a group of weight values, in the GLP report.

Operation Printout examples for the FX-i / FX-i WP / FX-GD series

1 With the weight data displayed, press and hold the PRINT key until S5tart is displayed. The“Title block” is output.
2 The weight data is output according to the parameter setting of the data output mode.
3 Press and hold the PRINT key until recend is displayed. The “End block” is output.

When the setting is “info 1”:

When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series, thetime and date are added to output data.

5812. UNDERHOOKThe underhook can be used for magnetic materials or density measurement. The built-in underhook isrevealed by removing the plastic cap on the bottom of the balance.
Use the underhook as shown below.

Bottom of the balance

UnderhookCap

Caution
Do not apply excessive force to the underhook.
When not in use, attach the plastic cap to prevent dust from getting into the balance.
Do not push the underhook upward.

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13. PROGRAMMABLE-UNIT
This is a programmable unit conversion function. It multiplies the weight data in grams by an arbitrary
coefficient set in the function table and displays the result.
The coefficient must be within the range between the minimum and maximum shown below. If thecoefficient set is beyond the range, an error is displayed and the balance returns to the coefficientsetting mode, prompting to enter an appropriate value. A coefficient of 1 was set at the factory.
Minimum
coefficient

Model
FX/FZ
series 120i /200i /300i /500i
FX/FZ
series 1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i

120i WP/200i WP /300i WP

120GD/200GD/300GD

1200i WP /2000i WP /3000i WP

1200GD/2000GD/3000GD

0.000001

Maximum
coefficient
1000
100

Operation

1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed.
2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display mltj .
3 Press the PRINT key. The balance enters the mode to confirm or set the coefficient.

Confirming the coefficient

4 The current coefficient is displayed with the first digit blinking.
 When it is not to be changed, press the CAL key and go to step 6.
 When it is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 5.

Setting the coefficient

5 Set the coefficient using the following keys.
SAMPLE key
RE-ZERO key
MODE key

PRINT key
CAL key

To select a digit to change thevalue. The selected digit blinks.
To change the value.
To change the decimal point
position.
Each time the switch is pressed,
the decimal point positionchanges as follows:

Confirm

To store the new setting, display
end and go to step 6.
To cancel the new setting and
go to step 6.

Quitting the operation

6 The balance displays Unit . Press the CAL key to exit the programmable-unit function andreturn to the weighing mode.

Using the function

Press the MODE key to select the programmable-unit (no display on the unit section). Perform
weighing as described in “6.1. Basic Operation (Gram Mode)”. After weighing, the balance displays
the result (weight data in grams x coefficient).

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14. PASSWORD LOCK FUNCTION
By using the password lock function, it is possible to limit the usage and functions of the balance.
This function is effective for preventing tampering of date / time setting and preventing internal settingchanges by the user.
The password is set with four keys MODE , SAMPLE , PRINT and RE-ZERO keys in four digits (4x 4 x 4 x 4 = 256 outcomes) .
At factory settings, the password lock function is disabled.
Enabling / disabling the password lock function and registering the password are performed in thefunction table.

Note

The password lock function can be used with balance software version 4.304 or later.

Description of Pass word Lock Function
Three types of settings are possible depending on the "pa55" setting of the Function Table"Password lock function (Locfnc)".

pa55
pa55
pa55

0
1
2

No password lock function
Request password input at the start of weighing
To change the setting, login is required with the administrator's password.

pa55 0 ( No password lock function)
The password lock function is not used.
Anyone can perform weighing work. In addition, all functions can be used and setting changes arealso possible.

pa55 1 (Request password input at the start of weighing)
An administrator (admIN) can limit the users of the balance by setting individual passwords.
(The password input is required at the start of weighing with the ON:OFF key.)
The balance cannot be in weighing state unless you enter the correct password.
There are two login levels: Administrator (admIN) and user (U5er 01 to 10)
Administrator(admIN)All functions and settings can be used.

No password

The balance cannot be used.

Passwords for 10 users can be set individually.
User
Initialization and setting changes are restricted (including clock).
(U5er 01 to 10)

pa55 2 ( To change the setting, login is required with the administrator's password.)
Anyone can perform weighing work, and initialization and setting changes can be restricted(including clock).
(Password input is not requested when weighing starts with the ON/OFF key.)
There are two levels of login level :Administrator (admIN) and user (GUEST)
Administrator
All functions and settings can be used.
(admIN)
Guest
Initialization and changing setting is restricted.(including clock)(GUEST)
When weighing is started with the ON:OFF key while pressing the CAL key when the display is off, thepassword of the administrator (admIN) is requested. (Refer to Page 65 for details of the operation.）

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Items that are limited by login level
Weighing
Login level
Administrator(admIN)
User

Password input at weighing start
Necessary

Calibration

Change the function setting*5

Possible

Possible(U5er 01 to 10)
Impossible *6
Impossible
Guest
Unnecessary( GUEST)*5 Changing response characteristics, function selection and initialization, function settings (settingof date and time).
*6 The administrator (admIN) can set this to prohibited as shown in "9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND
INITIALIZATION".

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Enable Password Lock Function
By the password function (locfnc) of the Function table, thepassword function can be switched between "Invalid (0FF) /Valid (ALL) / Valid (Fnc)".

Press and holdfor 2 seconds

1. In the weighing mode, press and hold the SAMPLE key for
2 seconds to display bA5Fnc .

bA5FncPress several
times

2. Press the SAMPLE key several times to display Locfnc .

locfnc
3. Press the PRINT key to display

OFF

pA55

.

0

(To cancel, press the CAL key.)oFF

4. Press the RE-ZERO key to display

pa55 0ALL

PA55 1(Press the RE-ZERO key again to display

ALL.

PA55 2.
ALL

pa55 1

5. Press the PRINT key to display 5urE , No YES .
("No" blinking while "No" selected.)
6. Press the RE-ZERO key to switch No/ YES.

Select No

7. Display 5urE , No YES . (YES blinking when selected YES.)
8. Press the PRINT key while YES is selected to enable the password

9. Loc no. is displayed. To register (change) the password, proceed to

No YES

5UrE,

No YES

Change Yes/No

lock function.
(With PA55 1, password input is requested when the display is ON).

5UrE,

Select Yes

5UrE,

No YES

Confirm

4 on the "Registering Password (Changing)". If you will not register,press the CAL key twice to return to the weighing display.

5urE,

YES

End
Loc no.
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63How To Input The Password At The Start Of Weighing
pa55 1 (Request password input at the start of weighing)
1. Press the ON:OFF key while the display off.
2. After display PA55
display ----

PW

, it becomes password input

.

U5Er

3. Input 4 digits password using the following keys.
The balance will turn automatically after no operation forPA55

ten minutes.

MODE key .............Character m

----

PW

SAMPLE key ..........Character 5
PRINT key .............Character P
RE-ZERO key ........Character 2
CAL key .................Back key
4. If the password is correct, the login level will be
displayed, the weighing will be displayed after alllamps are illuminated. After entering the

Input 4 times

Password

m5p2

administrator's password, log in as anadministrator.

PW

No key operationfor 10 minutes

Login level display(At factory settings, the password is set toLoG

2222 by RE-ZERO key input 4 times at the

In ,U5Er

01

Password is incorrect

administrator level.)fAIL

If the password is incorrect, the buzzer
sounds 3 times, FAiL will display and thedisplay will turn off.

Weighing display

Display off

pa55 2 (To change the setting, login is required with the administrator's password)
When logged in as a guest (GUESt)
1. Press the ON:OFF key while the display off.
2. After

LoG

In , GUE ST

displayed, return to the weighing display.
LoG

In , GUE ST

Weighing display

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When logging in as administrator (admIN.) (pA55 1 or pA55 2)
1. Press the ON:OFF key with holding CAL key while
the display off.
2. Input the 4 digits password using the following keys.
The balance will turn automatically after nooperation for 10 minutes.

Pewss and hold

admIN

MODE key .............Character m
SAMPLE key .........Character 5
PRINT key ............Character P
RE-ZERO key .......Character 2
CAL key.................Back key

PA55
----

PW

3. If the password is correct, the login level
will be displayed, the weighing will be
displayed after all lamps are displayed.
(At factory settings, the password is set
with 2222 of RE-ZERO key input 4times at the administrator level.)
If the password is incorrect, the buzzer
sounds 3 times in FAiL display and thedisplay turns off.

Input 4 times
Passwordis correct
2222

PW

No key operationfor 10 minutes

LoG

In ,Adm

IN

Password is incorrect

fAIL

Weighing display

Display off

How To Logout
Log out by turning off the display using the ON:OFF key.
If set to " pA55 1 ", the password will be requested again whenswitching the display from off to the weighing mode.

Weighing display

Display off

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Registering Password (Changing)
The password can be changed at "Password (Loc no.)" of the Function Table.
1. Press and hold the SAMPLE key for 2 seconds in theweighing mode.

0.00
Press and holdfor 2 seconds

bA5Fnc is displayed.

bA5FncPress several
times

2. Press the SAMPLE key several times to diaplay Locfnc.

Locfnc

3. Press the PRINT key to display pA55 .
ALL

PA55 1

Loc no.

4. Press the SAMPLE key to display Loc no. .

5. Press the PRINT key to display admIN .

6. Press the SAMPLE key to change the login level

admIN. / U5Er 01 to 10 .

ALL

AdmIN

Login level

If the password is already registered at the login level,
the stability markis lit. (changeable)

U5Er01Press
severaltimes
U5Er107. Press the PRINT key to change the password.
Refer to "Changing Password".
Refer to "Changing

Note□ Log out by turning off the display using the ON:OFF key.
□ If set to pA55 2, the admIN password is required when logging inas an administrator.
Password registration of U5Er 01 to 10 is unnecessary.

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Password"

Changing Password
1. Refer to "Registering Password (Changing)" anddisplay the login level you want to change the passwordon.
2. Press the PRINT key to display the current password.
At factory settings, the password is 2222 .
(the RE-ZERO key, 4 times)
3. Set the new password using the following keys.
The balance will turn automatically after no operationfor 10 minutes.
MODE key ...................Character m
SAMPLE key................Character 5
PRINT key ..................Character P
RE-ZERO key .............Character 2
CAL key .......................Back key
CAL key(long press)..Delete password(Refer to "How To Delete The Password
U5Er 01 to 10)
4. Input 4 characters of the new password using
these keys.
5. The balance displays 5urE , No YES where "No"is blinking when "No" is selected.
(Press the CAL key to return to the 4th character
input.)

Refer to"Registering Password (Changing)"

adm

IN

Current password display
ADM

2222

PW

PW

No key operation

Return one
letterInput 4th
letterADM

m5p2

for minutes
ADM

m5p2

PW

5urE , No YES

6. Press the RE-ZERO key to display 5urE , No YES
where "YES" is blinking when "YES" is selected.
7. Press the PRINT key to store the new password
when "YES" is selected.
8. When the setting is completed, the next level isdisplayed. To continue the setting, set it from "6".
To end the setting, press the CAL key 3 times toreturn to the weighing display.

5urE , No YES
Determine
5urE ,

YES

End

Note
□ If you forget your password, the balance can not be used.
Please record and keep the password you registered.

Display off
U5Er 01×3□ The password that is already registered by theadministrator (admIN) cannot be registered by the user
(U5Er 01 to 10).

0.00

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How To Delete The Password (U5Er 01 to 10 )1.

Refer to "Changing Password" and select the user
(U5Er 01 to 10) and display the Password input

Refer to"Changing Password"

screen.

2.

n01

m5p2

Hold down the CAL key when setting the password anddisplay

n01

CLEAr

(blink).

PW

Press and holdfor 2 seconds
n01

3.

Press the PRINT key to display

4.

Press the RE-ZERO to change Go / No

5.

Press the PRINT when

CLEAr

CLEAr

Go

No

.

to display End

CLEAr

CLEAr

No

CLEAr

Go

and delete the password.

Note□ The administrator's password cannot be deleted.
Please refer to "Registering Password (Changing)" and"Changing Password" to change an arbitrary password.

End
U5Er 01

Missing Password
If the correct password is missing, the balance can not be used.
Contact your local A&D dealer to reset the password to factory settings.

15. Checking the Balance Software Version
The balance specifications vary depending on thebalance software version. Follow the steps below tocheck the balance software version.
1 Unplug the AC adapter from the balance and plug itback in.
2

P- ＊.＊＊＊ is displayed with the software version
in place of ＊.＊＊＊.

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P-4.30416. RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACEThe balance is a Data Communication Equipment (DCE) device. Connect the balance to a personal
computer (DTE) using a straight through cable.
Transmission system : EIA RS-232C (D-Sub 9-pin, male connector)
Transmission form : Asynchronous, bi-directional, half duplex
Transmission rate
: 20 times/second, 10 times/second or 5 times/second (same as data refresh rate)
Data format: Baud rate : 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps
Data bits: 7 or 8 bits
Parity: Even, Odd (Data bits 7 bits)
None(Data bits 8 bits)
Stop bit: 1 bitCode: ASCII
RS-232C
LSB

0

1

2

3

4

Data bits
Start bit

5

MSB

6

1

-5V to -15V0

+5V to +15V

Stop bit
Parity bit

D-Sub 9-pin assignments
Pin No. Signal name Direction
Description
1
N.C. (same potential with SG) *1
2
TXD
Output Transmit data
3
RXD
Input
Receive data4
No connection
5
SG
Signal ground
6
DSR
Output Data set ready
7
RTS
Input
Request to send
8
CTS
Output Clear to send
9
N.C. (12V output) *1
Signal names of the balance side are the same as
the DTE side with TXD and RXD reversed.
Balance sideDCE

5 4 3 2 1
#4-40UNC

Computer side
DTE
TXD 2

RXD

RXD 3

TXD

RTS 7

RTS

CTS 8
Approx.5V

9 8 7 6

CTS

DSR 6
SG

DSR

5

SG
Terminals sample

Inside of balance*1 For use with some A&D products.

Do not connect the cables to other manufacturers’ products such as a PC and PLC.
Using the wrong connection cable may damage the device. Be sure to check the compatible cable.

6917. CONNECTION TO Peripheral EQUIPMENT

17.1.

Connection to the AD-8127 Multi Printer or AD-8126 Mini PrinterWhen connecting the printer to the balance for printing measured values, configure the printer and thebalance as follows according to these usage examples.

Internal settings of the printerUsage example

AD-8126

AD-8127

Mini printer

Milti printerPrinting mode settings

When printing values measured by the balance with

No setting

the balance’s PRINT key or its “Auto-print” mode.

EXT.KEYMANUAL

When printing values measured by the balance with

AUTO

the printer’s “Printing” key or while in its timer mode.

TIMER

When printing charts with the printer.

CHART

When printing the balance’s statistical calculation
results.

No setting

DUMP

When printing the balance’s GLP data output.
□ Refer to the instruction manual of the AD-8127 for how to change internal settings of the AD-8127 multi
printer.

Internal settings of the balance
Balance

Balance

prt

ty pE

Data output mode

Data format

0, 1, 2, 4, 5

0

3, 6

0

0, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6

1

Usage example
When printing values measured by the balancewith the balance’s PRINT key or its“Auto-print” mode.
When printing values measured by the balancewith the printer’s “Printing” key or while in its
timer mode.
When printing charts with the printer.
When printing the balance’s statistical
calculation results.
When printing the balance’s GLP data output.
Precautions on use of the AD-8126 mini printer□ The AD-8126 is a dump printer. It prints data output from the balance as is.
We recommend changing the printer settings to dump print format because the output format of
the balance is set to A&D standard format at shipment.
□ To set the balance to dump print format, set the function setting “type” to “1”.

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17.2. Connection to the AD-8121B PrinterSet the following parameters to use the AD-8121B printer.
Example of use

AD-8121B mode setting

To print A&D standard format weight data, using the FZ-i / FX-i PRINT key
or auto print mode. (The time and date can be added.)

MODE 1

To print A&D standard format weight data, using the AD-8121B DATA key
or AD-8121B built-in timer. (The time and date can be added.)To print, using the AD-8121B chart printing function.

MODE 2

To print the FZ-i / FX- i statistical data.

MODE 3

To print GLP output.

MODE 3Class

Item and Parameter

prt
pU5e
bp5
btpr
5if
Serial interface Crlf
type
dout
Data output

Factory
settings

AD-8121B
MODE 1AD-8121B
MODE 2AD-8121B
MODE 3

0
0
2
0
0
0

0,1,2,4,5 *1
0
2
0
0
0

3
0
2
0
0
0

0,1,2,4,5 *1
0,1 *22001Data output mode
Data output pause
Baud rate
Data bit, parity bit
Terminator
Data format*1 Set appropriate parameters for “ap-p (Auto print polarity)” and “ap-b (Auto print difference) “ when auto
print mode A or B (prt 1 or 2) is selected.
Set the AD-8121B DIP switch No.3 to ON when unstable data is printed with “prt 4“.
*2 Set 1 when multiple lines are printed in the FZ-i / FX- i / FZ-iWP / FX-iWP / FZ-GD / FX-GD
statistical calculation mode.

Notes

Refer to "11.2. GLP Report" for print samples.
Settings of AD-8121B DIP switches
Description
Print at receiving data.
Standard mode, statistical calculation mode
Print by the AD-8121B DATA key operation or AD-8121B built-in timer.
Standard mode, interval mode, chart mode
Print at receiving data.
Dump print mode

1 2 3 41 2 3 4

17.3.

MODE

ON

Set the DIP switch No.4 to OFF.

MODE

ON

DIP switch No.3 : Handling unstable data
ON
Print
OFF
Not printed

1 2 3 41 2 3 4MODE

ON

MODE 3MODE

ON

MODE 2MODE

ON

MODE 1AD-8121B
DIP switch
1 2 3 4

MODE

Connection to a Computer

The balance can be connected to a personal computer using the RS-232C serial interface. As an
option, the FXi –02 USB interface is available to transmit the balance data to a personal computer.
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The balance is a DCE device. Use a straight through cable when connecting to a personal
computer. A commercially available modem cable can be used. When purchasing, confirm thefollowing specifications.

D-Sub 9-pin
Female connector
Inch screw thread

17.4. Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT)
When Windows is used as an operating system in a personal computer, the WinCT software, that is
downloaded from the A&D website, can be used to transmit the weight data to the personal
computer.
The WinCT has two communication methods: “RsCom” and “RsKey”.

RsCom Can transmit commands to control the balance.
 Can make bi-directional communication between the balance and a personal computer using
the RS-232C serial interface.
 Can display or store the data using a text file format. Can also print the data using a printerconnected to a personal computer.
 When several ports of a personal computer have balances connected, can communicate witheach balance simultaneously.

 Can share a personal computer with other application software.

RsKey

 Can transmit the weight data output from the balance directly to other application software suchas Microsoft Excel.

 Can be used with most application software.

RsWeight

 Can retrieve the weight data from the balance and display the data as a graph in real time.
 Can calculate and display the maximum, minimum, average, standard deviation and coefficientof variation.

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Using the WinCT software, the balance can do the following:

1 Analyzing the weight data and the statistics with “RsKey”
The weight data can be input directly into an Excel worksheet. Then, Excel can analyze the data
to obtain sum, average, standard deviation, maximum and minimum value, and display them asa graph.

2 Controlling the balance using commands from a personal computer
By using “RsCom”, the personal computer sends commands such as “re-zero” or “send weightdata” to the balance and controls the balance.
3 Printing the balance GLP report using your printerThe balance GLP report can be printed using a printer connected to a personal computer.
4 Receiving weight data at a certain interval
The weight data can be received at a certain interval and data characteristic with elapsed time
can be obtained.
5 Using a personal computer as an external indicator
With the “RsKey” test mode function, a personal computer can be used as an external weightindicator for the balance. (To do this, set the balance data output mode to stream mode.)

17.5.

Simultaneously Connecting the AD-8127 Printer and a Personal Computer

The balance can be connected to the AD-8127 printer and a personal computer simultaneously using
the Fxi-02 USB interface to store and print the data.
In that case, a USB cable and the winCT software are necessary.

7318. COMMANDS

18.1. Command List
Note

A command has a terminator added, that is specified using the "Terminator (Crlf)"
parameter of “Serial interface ( 5if )” in the function table, and is sent to the balance.

Commands to query weight data

C
Cancels the S or SIR command.
Q
Requests the weight data immediately.
S
Requests the weight data when stabilized.
SI
Requests the weight data immediately.
SIR
Requests the weight data continuously.
E
S CP
Requests the weight data when stabilized.
Note: The “Q” and “SI” commands, the “S” and “ESCP” commands behave the same.

Commands to control the balance
CAL

Same as the CAL key.

EXC *Calibration using an external weightOFF

Turns the display off.

ON

Turns the display on.

P

Same as the ON:OFF key

PRTSame as the PRINT key

R

Same as the RE-ZERO key

SMP

Same as the SAMPLE key.

T

Tare key

Z

Same as the RE-ZERO key

E

S CT

Same as the RE-ZERO key

U

Same as the MODE key?ID

Requests the ID number.

?SN

Requests the serial number.

?TN

Requests the model name.

?PT
PT: ∗∗∗∗∗. ∗g?UW
UW: ∗∗∗. ∗∗∗g?KL

KL: ∗∗∗

Requests the tare weight.
Changes the tare weight.
The unit added is the current weighing unit in A&D standard format.
Requests the unit mass value.
Changes the unit mass value (weight per piece).
Use the unit code (three digits) in A&D standard format for the unit.
Requests the key lock status.
KL,000 All keys unlocked
KL,001 All keys locked
Changes the key lock status.
KL:000 Unlock all keys
KL:001 Lock all keys

Note: The “R”, “Z” and “ESCT” commands behave the same.
ES

C:

*:

ASCII code 1Bh

Only for the FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series7418.2. Acknowledge Code and Error Codes
When the “AK, Error code (erCd)” parameter of “Serial interface ( 5if )” is set to “1”, the balance
outputs <AK> code or an error code for each command as follows:<AK> (06h) Acknowledge in ASCII code.
 When the balance receives a command to request data and can not process it, the balancetransmits an error code (EC, Exx).
When the balance receives a command to request data and can process it, the balance outputs the data.
 When the balance receives a command to control the balance and can not process it, the balancetransmits an error code (EC, Exx).
When the balance receives a command to control the balance and can process it, the balancetransmits the acknowledge code.
Among commands to control the balance, the following transmit the acknowledge code both when
the balance receives the command and when the balance has accomplished the command. If thecommand can not be processed properly, the balance transmits an error code (EC, Exx). This error
can be released using the CAL command.
CAL command (When performing the calibration using a calibration weight)
ON command, P command
R command, Z command, T command (When setting the display to zero)

R command example

CAL command example (FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series: Calibration using theinternal mass)

Personal computer
CAL command
C A L CR LF

TimeBalanceZero display
AK CR LF

Confirmation ofcommand receipt

AK CR LF

Command completion
Zero display

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CAL command example (FX-i / FX-iWP / FX-GD series: Calibration using an
external weight)* : EXC command for FZ-i / FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series

Personal computer

Time

Balance*Zero display

CAL command
C A L CR LF

AK CR LF

Confirmation ofcommand receipt

AK CR LF

Confirmation ofcommand receipt

PRT command
P R T CR LF

Starts inputting data
AK CR LF

(Place the calibration weighton the weighing pan.)
PRT command
P R T CR LF

Calibration weightvalue display

Calibration
weightAK CR LF

Confirmation ofcommand receipt
Starts inputting data

AK CR LF

Command completion(Remove the calibration weightfrom the weighing pan.)
AK CR LF

RE-ZERO operation
AK CR LF

Zero display

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T command example

Personal computer

T command

Time

Balance
Weighing mode

T CR LF
AK CR LF

Confirmation ofcommand receipt
Processing command

AK CR LF

Command completion
Zero display?PT command? P T CR LF

PT:+ 00126.87

gCR LF

PT command example
Personal computer

Time

Balance

PT command(Tare of 100g)
P T

:

1 0 0

Weighing modeg CR LF
AK CR LF

Command completion
Tare value display?PT command? P T CR LF

PT:+ 00100.00

gCR LF When a communication error has occurred due to external noise, or a parity error has occurred
due to transmission error, the balance transmits an error code. In this case, send the commandagain.

18.3. Settings Related to RS-232C
Concerning the RS-232C, the balance has two functions: “Data output ( dout )” and “Serial interface( 5if )”. Set each function as necessary.

7719.1. Care

19. MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the balance
Do not use organic solvents or chemically treated cloth to clean the balance.
When cleaning the balance main unit, wipe it using a lint free soft cloth
Balance main unit
dampened with a mild detergent.
An anti-static treatment has been applied to the breeze break components.
Breeze break
Wipe them with dry and a lint free soft cloth. Wiping them using a cloth
dampened with water or a mild detergent repeatedly or washing themusing water may cause the anti-static treatment performance to decrease.
When cleaning the weighing pan, handle it carefully so that your fingers
Weighing pan
are not injured by the edges.
Do not disassemble the balance.
Use the original packing material for transportation.

Specifications of the FZ-iWP/FX-iWP series
In normal use, the balance can be cleaned with water. But, keep the following precautions so that
dust and water do not invade the balance.
Do not direct water pressure at the bottom of the balance.
Do not use powerful water jets.
Do not immerse the balance in water.
While cleaning the balance and keeping it waterproof, cover the RS-232C interface connector
using the terminal cover or connect the waterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500), and cover
the AC adapter jack. Also, insure that the underhook cap is in place.

AC adapter jack
When the AC adapter is not connected, cover
the jack.
RS-232C interface
Cover the interface connector or connect thewaterproof RS-232C cable (AX-KO2737-500).

If water accumulates on the waterproof diaphragm, a weight value may be difficult to become
stable. Clean the diaphragm while taking much care not to deform it.
If you wash the balance with hot water, condensation may form inside the balance.
Be careful not to allow water vapor to enter inside.

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20.1.

20. TROUBLESHOOTING

Checking the Balance Performance and Environment

The balance is a precision instrument. When the operating environment or the operating method isinadequate, correct weighing can not be performed. Place a sample on the pan and remove it, and repeat
this several times. If the balance seems to have a problem with repeatability or to perform improperly, checkas described below. Also, visit our website, http://www.aadd.jp/, for “Information Library” and “FAQ”.
If improper performance persists after checking, contact the local A&D dealer for repair.

Checking that the balance performs properly Check the balance repeatability using an external weight. Be sure to place the weight in thecenter of the weighing pan.
 Check the balance repeatability, linearity and calibrated value using external weights with aknown value.

Checking that the operating environment or weighing method is proper
Operating environment
 Is the weighing table solid enough (especially for the minimum weighing value of 0.001 g)?
 Is the balance level? Refer to “3.1. Before Use”.
 Is the operating environment free from vibration and drafts? For the minimum weighing value of0.001 g, has the breeze break been installed?
 Is there a strong electrical or magnetic noise source such as a motor near the balance?

Weighing method
 Is the weighing pan installed correctly?
 Is the RE-ZERO key pressed before placing a sample on the weighing pan?
 Is the sample placed in the center of the weighing pan?
 Has the balance been calibrated using an external weight? (Or one-touch calibration, only for the FZ-i /FZ-iWP / FZ-GD series)
 Has the balance been warmed up for 30 minutes before weighing?

Sample and container

 Has the sample absorbed or lost moisture due to the ambient conditions such as temperatureand humidity?
 Has the temperature of the container been allowed to equalize to the ambient temperature?
Refer to “3.2. During Use”.
 Is the sample charged with static electricity? Refer to “3.2. During Use”.
The minimum weighing value of 0.001 g are prone to be charged with static electricity when therelative humidity is low.
 Is the sample of magnetic material such as iron? Caution is required for weighing magnetic
materials. Refer to “3.2. During Use”.

7920.2. Error Codes
Display

Error code

Description

EC, E11 Stability error
The balance can not stabilize due to an environmental problem.
Prevent vibration, drafts, temperature changes, static electricity
and magnetic fields.
Refer to “3. PRECAUTIONS” for details on the operating
environment and “7. RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT” about
adapting the balance to the environment.
To return to the weighing mode, press the CAL key.
Out of range error
The value entered is beyond the settable range.

Re-enter the value.

EC, E17 Internal mass error (Only for the FZ-i / FZ-i WP / FZ-GD series)
The internal mass application mechanism does not function
properly. Perform the weighing operation from the beginningagain.
EC, E20 Calibration weight error
The calibration weight is too heavy.
Confirm that the weighing pan is properly installed. Confirm thecalibration weight value.
Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
EC, E21 Calibration weight error
The calibration weight is too light.
Confirm that the weighing pan is properly installed. Confirm thecalibration weight value.
Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
Overload error
A sample beyond the balance weighing capacity has beenplaced on the pan.
Remove the sample from the pan.
Weighing pan Error
The weight value is too light.
Confirm that the weighing pan and pan support are properly
installed. Press the ON:OFF key two times to return to theweighing mode. If the error still persists, calibrate the balance.
Sample mass error
The balance can not store the sample for the counting mode orfor the percent mode because it is too light.
Use a sample that is heavier
pcs
pcs
pcs

Unit mass error
The sample unit mass for the counting mode is too light. Storing
and using it for counting will cause a counting error.
Add samples to reach the specified number and press the
PRINT key.
Pressing the PRINT key without adding samples will shift thebalance to the counting mode. But, to acquire accurate
weighing, be sure to add samples.

80Balance internal error
If this error appears persistently, contact the local A&D dealer.
Battery error for clock
The back-up battery power for the clock was lost completely.
After pressing one of the keys, adjust the date and time. Even if
the back-up battery power for the clock was lost and the balanceis on or in the standby state, the balance performance will benormal. When this error appears frequently, repair is required.
Low battery error
Voltage of the power supply drops.
Confirm whether the correct AC adapter is used.
EC, E00 Communications error
A protocol error occurred in communications.
Confirm the format, baud rate and parity.
EC, E01 Undefined command error
An undefined command was received.
Confirm the command.
EC, E02 Not readyA received command can not be processed.
e.g. The balance received a Q command, but not in theweighing mode.
e.g. The balance received a Q command while processing a
RE-ZERO command.
Adjust the delay time to transmit a command.
EC, E03 Timeout error
If the timeout parameter is set to “t-Up1”, the balance did notreceive the next character of a command within the time limit of
one second.
Confirm the communication.
EC, E04 Excess characters error
The balance received excessive characters in a command.
Confirm the command.
EC, E06 Format error
A command includes incorrect data.
e.g. The data is numerically incorrect.
Confirm the command.
EC, E07 Parameter setting error
The received data exceeds the range that the balance canaccept.
Confirm the parameter range of the command.

20.3. Asking For Repair
If the balance needs service or repair, contact the local A&D dealer.
The balance is a precision instrument. Use much care when handling the balance and observe thefollowing when transporting the balance.
 Use the original packing material.  Remove the weighing pan from the main unit

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21. OPTIONS
Accessories
Note

The FXi-02, FXi-08 and FXi-09 can not be used at the same time.
Using the FXi-02, FXi-08 or FXi-09 with the FX-iWP, FZ-iWP
series prevents the balance from having the dustproof andwaterproof performance.

FXi-02 USB interface(Installed in the balance, Applicable OS: Windows 98 OSR2 or later)
 Used to transmit the balance weight data (numericalvalue only) uni-directionally to a personal computer
via USB.
 Can transmit the balance weight data (numericalvalue only) directly to application software such as
Microsoft Excel, Word and memo pad.
 Driver installation is not necessary.

FX i –02 Example of use

Note

To perform bi-directional communication using
WinCT or input statistical data or GLP data to apersonal computer, use the USB converter(AX-USB-9P-EX)

FXi-08 Ethernet interface

 Used to connect the balance to a LAN.
 The "WinCT-Plus" data communication software isprovided as a standard accessory and can perform thefollowing.
Acquire data from multiple balances connected toa LAN.
Control these balances with commands.
Acquire data transmitted from balances.
Example: When pressing the PRINT key of thebalance, data is output and is acquired by thecomputer.
The stored data can be used with Microsoft Excel(if installed).

FX i –08 Example of use

FXi-09 Built-in battery unit (Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack) Charging time: Approximately 10 hours.
 Continuous operation hours: Approximately 8 hours

Note

The charging time depends on the operating environment. During charging, the balance is
not available for use.

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FXi-10 Small breeze break
Models the FXi-10 small breeze break can be installed on

FZ/FX series

120i

120i WP

120GD

200i

200i WP

200GD

300i

300i WP

300GD

1200i

1200i WP

1200GD

2000i

2000i iWP

2000GD

3000i

3000i WP

3000GD

Standard accessary

500i

FZ/FX series

Installable

5000i

FXi-11 Large breeze break Breeze break with greater height. Can be used for all models.
Convenient when a large beaker or measuring cylinder is used and requires more height.

FXi-12 Animal weighing pan
Models the FXi-12 animal weighing pan can be installed on
FZ series

1200i, 2000i, 3000i, 5000i

1200i WP, 2000i WP, 3000i WP

1200GD, 2000GD 3000GD

FX series

1200i, 2000i, 3000i, 5000i

1200i WP, 2000i WP, 3000i WP

1200GD , 2000GD , 3000GD

 Used for weighing small animals.
 Placing the animal weighing pan on the balance will reduce the weighing
capacity by approximately 200 g.

FXi-15-EX Carrying case You can carry the FZ-i / FX-i / FZ-iWP / FX-iWP / FZ-GD / FX-GD series balance by placing it in
the carrying case.

AX-FXi-31 Main unit cover Main unit protective cover provided as a standard accessory.

AD-1654 Density Determination Kit
Weigh in air
x water density = sample density
Weigh in water - Weigh in the air
Example10.0000 g
x 0.9970 g/cm3 = 21.4 g/cm3
10.0000 g － 9.5334 g

Temperature Water density
0 °C
0.99984 g/cm3
10 °C
0.99970 g/cm3
20 °C
0.99820 g/cm3
30 °C
0.99565 g/cm383

OptionAD-8127: Compact printer

Small dot impact printer that connects with the balance via the RS-232C interface.



Statistical function, clock and calendar function, interval print function, graphic print function, dump
print mode

AD-1691:Balance environment analyzer

 During the routine inspection, repeatability and the minimum weighing value can be easily
checked.
 Also, this calculates measurement uncertainty and supports environmental evaluation of thescale.
 This analyzer can be easily carried to the scale site, so more than one scale can be controlledusing this analyzer.

AD-1687: Weighing environment logger A data logger equipped with 4 sensors for temperature, humidity, barometric pressure andvibration that can measure and store environmental data. When connected to the RS-232C
interface of the balance, the AD-1687 can store environmental data along with weighing data.
Therefore, it is possible to store data in an environment where a computer can not be used.
 The stored data can be read to a personal computer using USB. As the AD-1687 is recognized
as USB memory, special software is not required to read the data.

AD-1688: Data logger When connected to the RS-232C interface of the balance, the AD-1688 can store the data in anenvironment where a personal computer can not be used.
 The stored data can be read to a personal computer using USB. As the AD-1688 isrecognized like USB memory, special software is not required to read the data.

AD-8526: LAN converter This option can be used to connect the RS-232C interface of the balance to the Ethernet (LAN)port of a computer. This allows management of the balance weighing data with a computerconnected to a network.

AD-8527: Quick USB adapter
AD-8920A: Remote display

 Connected to the GP series using the RS-232C interface.

AD-8922A: Remote controller This option can be connected to the balance using the RS-232C interface and can control thebalance remotely. Various options such as comparator output or analog output are available.

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AX-USB-9/25P-EX: USB converter Adds a COM port to a PC.
 Enables bi-directional communication between the PC and the balance when a USB driver isinstalled.
 Can use serial communication software such as WinCT on a PC without COM ports.
 An RS-232C cable is provided to connect the USB converter to the balance.

AD-1671: Anti-vibration table Approximately 24kg, Artificial stone (Terrazzo).
 Use this table when unstable weighing is caused by vibration coming from the floor.
 Use the AD-8922A remote controller to avoid a weighing error by a slight table tilt that key
operation may make.

AD-1672: Tabletop breeze break Protects the balance from wind from sources such as air conditioning or people passing by,
thereby reducing balance weighing error.
 The transparent panel assembly consists of antistatic plastic material that protects the balancefrom static electricity.

AD-1683: Ionizer This ionizer eliminates static electricity to prevent weighing errors caused by electrification during
measurement.
 This direct current and windless type is the most suitable for precisely weighing powder, etc.
 Small size, light weightAD-1684A: Electrostatic field meter This option measures the amount of the static charge on the sample, tare or peripheral
equipment and displays the result.
 If those are found to be charged, discharge them using the AD-1683 DC static eliminator.

AD-1689: Tweezers for calibration weight This option is the same as the tweezers provided as a standard accessory and is used whencalibrating the balance using an external weight.

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AX-KO2737-500: Waterproof RS-232C cable 5m length, D-sub 9 pin-9 pin
 Only the 9-pin connector on the balance side is waterproof.

Waterproof RS-232C
cable* Be sure that a waterpfoor connector is used for the
RS-232C interface of the balance.

AD-8529PC-W: Bluetooth converter (for connecting a personal computer)* This option connects a personal computer to the balance wirelessly (via Bluetooth)
up to 10 m.
 Driver installation is required.
AD-8529PR-W: Bluetooth converter (for connecting a printer)* This option connects a printer to the balance wirelessly (via Bluetooth) up to 10 m.

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22. SPECIFICATIONSFZ series
120
200
300
i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD

500i

1200
2000
3000
i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD

5000i

Weighing capacity
[g]
122
220
320
520
1220
2200
3200
5200
Maximum display[ g ] 122.084 220.084 320.084 520.084 1220.84 2200.84 3200.84 5200.84
Minimum weighing value
0.001
0.01
[ g / digit]
Repeatability
[g]
0.001
0.01
(Standard deviation)
Linearity[g]±0.002±0.02
Stabilization time
Approx. 1 second(typical at FAST)
Sensitivity drift±2 ppm/°C(10°C to 30°C/50°F to 86°F )Accuracy right after calibration±0.010 g±0.10 g±0.15 gusing the internal mass.
The value above is to the weighing capacity.
See notes below *Internal mass
Clock and calendar function

Yes
Yes
5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
85 %RH or less (No condensation)
5 times/second, 10 times/second or 20 times/second
0.001 g0.01 g5, 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces

Operating environment
Display refresh rate
Counting Minimum unit massmode
Number of samples
Minimum 100%
Percent reference mass
mode
Minimum 100%
display

External calibration weight

Weighing pan diameter
Net weight
External dimensions
AC adapter
Power consumption
Interface
Dustproof and waterproof specifications(FZ-iWP / FX-iWP series only)

0.100 g1.00 g0.01%, 0.1%, 1% (Depends on the reference mass stored.)
100 g
50 g

200 g
100 g
50 g

300 g
200 g
100 g
50 g

500 g
400 g
300 g
200 g
100 g
50 g

1000 g500 g2000 g1000 g500 g3000 g2000 g1000 g500 g5000 g4000 g3000 g2000 g1000 g
500 g

130 mm
150 mmApprox. 3.0 kg (iWP series: approx. 3.2 kg)
193 (W) x 262.5 (D) x 85.5 (H) mm
Confirm that the adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power
receptacle type
Approx. 11VA (supplied to the AC adapter)
RS-232C
IP65 standard*  Accuracy right after calibration using the internal mass, with the accessory breeze breakinstalled and in good ambient conditions (within the temperature range of 10 °C to 30 °C(50 °F to 86 °F) with no abrupt changes in temperature or humidity, no drafts, no vibrationand no effect by magnetic fields or static electricity).
 With the FZ-i / FZ- i WP / FZ-GD series balance, the environment and aging may cause internalmass value error. Calibrate using an external mass and perform maintenance regularly.
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FX series
Weighing capacity[g]
Maximum display[g]
Minimum weighing value[ g / digit]
Repeatability[g](Standard deviation)
Linearity[g]
Stabilization time
(typical at FAST)
Sensitivity drift(10°C to 30°C/50°F to 86°F )Internal mass
Clock and calendar function
Operating environment
Display refresh rate
Counting Minimum unit massmode
Number of samples
Percent Minimum 100%
reference mass
mode
Minimum 100%
display
External calibration weight

Weighing pan diameter
Net weight
External dimensions
AC adapter
Power consumption
Interface
Dustproof and waterproof
specifications(FZ-iWP / FX-iWP series only)

120
200
300
i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD

500i

1200
2000
3000
i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD i/i WP/GD

5000i

122
220
320
520
1220
2200
3200
5200
122.084 220.084 320.084 520.084 1220.84 2200.84 3200.84 5200.84
0.001

0.01

0.001

0.01

±0.002±0.02
Approx. 1 second±2 ppm/°C

No
No
5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
85 %RH or less (No condensation)
5 times/second, 10 times/second or 20 times/second
0.001 g0.01 g5, 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces
0.100 g1.00 g0.01%, 0.1%, 1% (Depends on the reference mass stored.)
100 g
50 g

200 g
100 g
50 g

300 g
200 g
100 g
50 g

500 g
400 g
300 g
200 g
100 g
50 g

1000 g500 g2000 g1000 g500 g3000 g2000 g1000 g500 g5000 g4000 g3000 g2000 g1000 g
500 g

130 mm
150 mmApprox. 3.0 kg (iWP series: approx. 2.7 kg)
193 (W) x 262.5 (D) x 85.5 (H) mm
Confirm that the adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power
receptacle type
Approx. 11VA (supplied to the AC adapter)
RS-232C
IP65 standard8823. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
FZ-120i / 200i / 300i / 500i
FZ-120i WP/ 200i WP / 300i WP
FZ-120GD / 200GD / 300GD
FX-120i / 200i / 300i / 500i
FX-120i WP/ 200i WP / 300i WP
FX-120GD / 200GD / 300GD

193

262.5

171.5 (*2)

162

71.5

82

176

φ130 (*3)

184
115 (*1)

168.5
83.5 (*5)

171.5 (*2)

85.5

85 (*4)184
115 (*1)

61.5
3 (*6)

192 (*6)

194.5*1: Width of the opening when a clear plate is removed*2: Inside dimension*3: Weighing pan diameter*4: Height from the weighing pan up to the cap of the breeze break (Inside dimension)*5: Height of the opening when a clear plate is removed*6: Area under the floor weighing platform

FZ-1200i /2000i / 3000i /5000i
FZ-1200i WP/2000i WP/ 3000i WP
FZ-1200GD / 2000GD / 3000GD
FX-1200i /2000i / 3000i /5000i
FX-1200i WP/2000i WP/ 3000i WP
FX-1200GD / 2000GD / 3000GD

193

262.5

φ150

71.5

85.5

168.5

61.5

162
3 (*6)

192 (*6)

194.5

Unit: mm

The breeze break is provided as a standard accessory for FZ-1200 i /2000 i / 3000 i/ 5000 i /FZ-1200 i WP/
2000 i WP/ 3000 i WP /1200GD / 2000GD / 3000GD.

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24. TERMS/INDEX
Terms

Stable value

The weight data when the stabilization indicator appears.

Environment

Ambient conditions such as vibration, drafts, temperature, static electricity andmagnetic fields which affect the weighing operation.

Calibration

Adjustment of the balance so that it can weigh accurately.

OutputTo output the weight data using the RS-232C serial interface.

Zero point

A weighing reference point or the zero display. Usually refers to the value
displayed when nothing is on the weighing pan.

Digit

Unit of digital resolution. Used for the balance, a unit of minimum weighing value.

Tare

To cancel the weight of a container which is not included in the weight data.

Mode

Balance operational function.

Re-zeroTo set the display to zero.

GLP

Good Laboratory Practice.

Repeatability

Variation in measured values obtained when the same weight is placed andremoved repetitively. Usually expressed as a standard deviation.
e.g. Standard deviation=1 digit: This means that measured values fall within ±1
digit in the frequency of about 68%.

Stabilization time Time required after a sample being placed, until the stabilization indicatorilluminates and the weight data is displayed.
Sensitivity drift

IP65

An affect that a change in temperature causes to the weight data. Expressed as
temperature coefficient.
e.g. Temperature coefficient = 2 ppm/°C : If a load is 300 g and the temperaturechanges by 10°C, the value displayed changes by the following value.
0.0002%/°C x 10°C x 300 g = 6 mg
IP code: Degree of protection provided by enclosures.
6: Dust-tight. No ingress of dust. 5: Protect against water jets.

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Keys and symbols

Animal mode indicator ............................................. 13
Animal weighing pan ............................................... 83

ON/OFF key .................................................. 13
SAMPLE key ................................................. 13

ap fnc Application ........................................... 23, 44

MODE key ..................................................... 13

ap-b

Auto print difference............................. 43, 71

CAL key......................................................... 13

apf

Application function............................... 23, 44

PRINT key ..................................................... 13

ap-p

Auto print polarity ................................. 43, 71

Application ......................................................... 23, 44

RE-ZERO key ............................................... 13
Stabilization indicator .............................. 13

Application function ........................................... 23, 44

Interval output mode active indicator .................. 13

ar-d

Zero after output ........................................ 43

Interval output mode standby indicator ............... 13

at-f

Auto feed ................................................... 43

Auto display-OFF............................................... 42, 46

Processing indicator ................................ 13

Auto display-ON ................................................ 42, 46

CR .................................................................. 50

Auto feed ................................................................. 43

LF .................................................................. 50

Auto print difference ................................................ 43

Space ............................................................ 50

Auto print mode A .............................................. 43, 47

100% reference mass.............................................. 22

Auto print mode B .............................................. 43, 47

25-pcs ...................................................................... 80
50-pcs ...................................................................... 80

Auto print polarity..................................................... 43

100-pcs .................................................................... 80

AVE

Average ..................................................... 26

Average ....................................................... 23, 26, 44

Ａ

AX-FXi-31 ................................................................ 83
AX-KO2737-500

A&D standard format ......................................... 44, 48

AX-USB-9/25P-EX

AC adapter ............................................................ 8, 9
AC adapter ID label ................................................... 8

Waterproof RS-232C cable . 78, 86
USB converter ..................... 85

Ｂ

AC adapter jack ......................................................... 8ba5fnc Environment display ............................ 16, 42

ACAI ........................................................................ 21

Balance software version......................................... 68

AD-1654 .................................................................. 83
AD-1671 .................................................................. 85

Baud rate ...................................................... 44, 69 71

AD-1672 .................................................................. 85

beep
bep-

Beep .......................................................... 42
LO buzzer .................................................. 42

AD-1684A ................................................................ 85

bepbep-AD-1687 .................................................................. 84

bp5

Baud rate ............................................. 44, 71

AD-1683 ............................................................ 11, 12
AD-1683 .................................................................. 85

HI buzzer ................................................... 42
OK buzzer.................................................. 42

AD-1688 .................................................................. 84

Breeze break ............................................................. 7

AD-1689 .................................................................. 85

btpr

Data bit, parity bit ................................. 44, 71

Bubble spirit level ............................................ 7, 9, 10

AD-1691 .................................................................. 84

Built-in battery unit ................................................... 82

AD-8121B ................................................................ 71
AD-8126 .................................................................. 70

Ｃ

AD-8127 ............................................................ 70, 73
AD-8127 .................................................................. 84

Cal e

Calibration weight error............................ 80

AD-8526 .................................................................. 84-Cal eCalibration weight error .......................... 80

AD-8527 .................................................................. 84

CAL key................................................................... 13

AD-8529PC-W ......................................................... 86

Calibration ....................... 5, 13, 31, 33, 38, 55, 80, 90

AD-8529PR-W ......................................................... 86

Calibration report ............................................... 34, 55

AD-8920A ................................................................ 84

Calibration test............................................. 31, 35, 55

AD-8922A ................................................................ 84

Calibration test report ........................................ 36, 55

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Calibration weight .................................................... 31

EC, E03 ................................................................... 81

CanCel..................................................................... 26

EC, E04 ................................................................... 81

Capacity indicator ........................................ 13, 44, 51

EC, E06 ................................................................... 81

Carrying case .......................................................... 83

EC, E07 ................................................................... 81

Clock...................................................... 42

EC, E11 ................................................................... 80

Clear ...................................................................... 26

EC, E20 ................................................................... 80

Coefficient of variation ................................. 23, 26, 44

EC, E21 ................................................................... 80

Command list........................................................... 74

EC, E17 ................................................................... 80

Comparator function ................................................ 53

End block ................................................................. 58

Comparator indicators ............................................. 13

erCd

Comparator mode.................................................... 42

error 0................................................................... 81

Condition ......................................... 42, 45

error 7................................................................... 80

Condition ................................................................. 45

Error code ................................................................ 44

Counting mode ........................................................ 20

error1..................................................................... 80

Cp

Comparator mode ................................. 42

error2..................................................................... 80

Cp fncComparator ........................................... 42

Ethernet interface .................................................... 82

Cp Hi

Upper limit ............................................ 43

External calibration weight ................................. 87, 88

Cp lo

Lower limit ............................................ 43

External dimensions .................................... 87, 88, 89

Crlf

Terminator ...................................... 44, 71

C5 in 1

Internal mass value correction ............. 45Ｆ

C5 in 2

Internal mass value correction ............. 45

FAST ....................................................................... 30

Cl adjCond

CSV format ........................................................ 44, 49
CV

Error code .................................................. 44

FCC ........................................................................... 6

Coefficient of variation.......................... 26

Function table .......................................................... 41
FXi-02 ................................................................ 73, 82

Ｄ

FXi-08 ...................................................................... 82

Data bits .................................................................. 69

FXi-09 ...................................................................... 82

Data format .............................................................. 44

FXi-10 ...................................................................... 83

Data output mode .................................................... 43

FXi-11 ...................................................................... 83

Data output pause ................................................... 43

FXi-12 ...................................................................... 83

Date ......................................................................... 50

FXi-15 ...................................................................... 83

DC static eliminator ........................................... 11, 12
DCE ................................................................... 69, 72

Ｇ

Decimal point ..................................................... 42, 46

GLP ......................................................................... 55

Density Determination Kit ........................................ 83

GLP output ...................................... 31, 34, 35, 43, 56

Diaphragm for waterproof .......................................... 7

GMP ........................................................................ 55

Digit ............................................................. 42, 46, 90

Grounding terminal .................................................... 8

Display at start ......................................................... 42

Ｈ

Display refresh rate ............................... 42, 46, 87, 88
dout

Data output ................................................ 43

HI buzzer ................................................................. 42

DP format .......................................................... 44, 48

Hold

DTE ......................................................................... 69

Hold function ........................................ 42, 45

Hold function...................................................... 42, 45

Dustproof and waterproof specifications ............ 87, 88

Ｉ

Ｅ
id

-e ............................................................................ 80

ID number ................................................. 44

ID number .......................................................... 44, 55

EC, E00 ................................................................... 81

ID number output ..................................................... 43

EC, E01 ................................................................... 81

infoEC, E02 ................................................................... 81

92

GLP output............................................... 43

Inhibit ....................................................................... 39

Number of data .................................................. 23, 44

Initializing the Balance ............................................. 40
int

ＯInterval time ................................................. 43

Internal mass value correction ................................. 45

OK buzzer................................................................ 42

Interval output mode .......................................... 43, 48

ON:OFF key ...................................................... 13, 40

Interval output mode active indicator ....................... 13

Operating environment ...................................... 87, 88

Interval output mode standby indicator .................... 13ＰInterval time ............................................................. 43
IP65 ....................................................... 11, 87, 88, 90

pa55................................................................... 44, 61

Ｋ

Pan support ............................................................... 7

Key mode .......................................................... 43, 47

Parity ....................................................................... 69

Pan support boss....................................................... 7

Key mode B ....................................................... 43, 47

pcs ........................................................................ 20

Key mode C ....................................................... 43, 47

Percent Mode .......................................................... 22

KF format ........................................................... 44, 49

Permit ...................................................................... 39
pnt

Decimal point ....................................... 42, 46

poff

Auto display-OFF ................................. 42, 46

Large breeze break ................................................. 83

p-on

Auto display-ON................................... 42, 46

lb ............................................................................ 81

Power consumption ........................................... 87, 88

Leveling foot .................................................... 7, 9, 10

PRINT key ......................................................... 13, 16

Linearity ............................................................. 87, 88

Printer ................................................................ 70, 71

lo ............................................................................ 80

Processing indicator ................................................ 13

LO buzzer ................................................................ 42

Programmable unit ............................................ 44, 60

loc no............................................................... 44, 66

prt

Data output mode ................................ 43, 71

locfnc............................................................... 44, 61

pU5eData output pause ............................... 43, 71

Ｌ

Lower limit value ...................................................... 53

Ｒ

Ｍ

R

Range ............................................................. 26

Main unit cover .................................................... 8, 83

Range .......................................................... 23, 26, 44

Maximum................................................... 26

Relative error of maximum value ............................. 26

MAX% ..................................................................... 26

Relative error of minimum value .............................. 26

Maximum ..................................................... 23, 26, 44

Repeatability ...................................................... 87, 88

Maximum display ............................................... 87, 88

Response indicators .......................................... 13, 30

MAX

MID. ........................................................................ 30
MIN

RE-ZERO key ................................................... 11, 13

Manimum .................................................. 26

rng

Display at start ............................................. 42

MIN% ..................................................................... 26

RS-232C serial interface................................ 8, 69, 72

Minimum ...................................................... 23, 26, 44

RsCom..................................................................... 72

Minimum 100% display ...................................... 87, 88

RsKey ...................................................................... 72

Minimum 100% reference mass ........................ 87, 88

RsWeight ................................................................. 72

Minimum unit mass............................................ 87, 88

rtcpf....................................................................... 81

Minimum weighing value ................................... 87, 88
mlt

Ｓ

Programmable-unit ...................................... 44

MODE key ............................................. 13, 15, 16, 18

SAMPLE key ..................................................... 13, 16

MT format .......................................................... 44, 49

SDStandard deviation ....................................... 26

Sensitivity drift ................................................... 87, 88

Ｎ

Serial number ............................................................ 8

NU format .......................................................... 44, 49

5-id

93

ID number output ....................................... 43

Serial interface ............................................. 44

Transmission rate .................................................... 69

SLOW ..................................................................... 30

Transmission system ............................................... 69

Small breeze break.................................................. 83

trc

Zero tracking .......................................... 42, 46

Display refresh rate................................ 42, 46

t-Up

Timeout...................................................... 44

Stability band width............................................ 42, 45

type

Data format .......................................... 44, 71

5if

5pd

Stabilization indicator......................................... 13, 16
Stabilization time ............................................... 87, 88

ＵStandard deviation....................................... 23, 26, 44

Underhook ............................................................... 59

Standby indicator ..................................................... 13

Unit

5taf Statistical function mode output items ...... 24, 44

Unit .......................................................................... 44

Statistical calculation mode ......... 5, 23, 24, 25, 44, 51

Units ............................................................ 13, 14, 16

Statistical function mode output items ..................... 44
5t-b

Stability band width .............................. 42, 45

5-td

Time/Date output ....................................... 43

Upper limit value ...................................................... 53
USB interface .......................................................... 82

Ｗ

Stop bit .................................................................... 69
Stream mode ..................................................... 43, 47
SUM

Unit ............................................................ 44

Waterproof diaphragm ............................................. 78

Sum ........................................................... 26

Waterproof RS-232C cable...................................... 78

Sum ............................................................. 23, 26, 44

Weighing.................................................................. 17

Ｔ

Weighing capacity ........................... 11, 51, 80, 87, 88

Tare ................................................. 17, 18, 20, 22, 29

Weighing pan diameter ...................................... 87, 88

Weighing pan............................................................. 7

Terminal cover ..................................................... 8, 78

Weighing units ......................................................... 14

Terminator ............................................................... 44

WinCT...................................................................... 72

Time ........................................................................ 50

Ｚ

Time/Date output ..................................................... 43
Timeout ................................................................... 45

Zero after output ...................................................... 43

Title block ................................................................ 58

Zero tracking...................................................... 42, 46

Transmission form ................................................... 69

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