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A&D GP-30K User Manual

A&D GP-30K
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GP SERIES
GP-12K/GP-20K /GP-30K/GP-32K
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P-40K/GP-60K/GP-61K
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P-100K/GP-102K
GP-30KS/GP-32KS
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P-60KS/ GP-61KS/GP-100KS
Precision Balance
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WM+PD4000273D

Table of Contents

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A&D GP-30K Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandA&D
ModelGP-30K
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

About This Manual

Describes the manual's structure, including sections on basic operation, environment, functions, interface, and maintenance.

Features

Highlights key features like VFD display, IP65 rating, built-in calibration weight, auto calibration, and high response speed.

Compliance

Details compliance with FCC Rules and EMC Directives, ensuring radio frequency emission limits are met.

Unpacking the Balance

Unpacking

Provides instructions on carefully unpacking the precision instrument and checking contents based on the model.

Installing the Balance

Outlines steps for installing the balance, including leveling, confirming the AC adapter, and warm-up procedures.

Precautions

Before Use

Advises on optimal installation environment, stable surfaces, leveling, power source, warm-up, and periodic calibration for accurate weighing.

During Use

Covers precautions like discharging static electricity, avoiding magnetic materials, canceling temperature differences, and gentle weighing.

After Use

Recommends avoiding mechanical shock, not disassembling, proper cleaning methods, and avoiding water immersion.

Power Supply

Warns against removing the AC adapter during internal mass motion and advises on standby mode and continuous connection.

Display Symbols and Key Operation

Explains the meaning of various display indicators and the basic operation of each key on the balance.

Smart Range Function

Details the dual-range functionality of specific models, allowing automatic switching for higher resolution.

Weighing Units

Units

Lists available weighing units and modes, including gram, kilogram, PCS, percent, ounce, pound, and special units like Tael.

Changing the Units

Guides on selecting and storing units or modes in the function table to customize the display sequence.

Weighing

Basic Operation (Kilogram Mode)

Provides a step-by-step guide for performing basic weighing operations in kilogram mode, including taring and stabilization.

Counting Mode (PCS)

Explains how to use the counting mode to determine the number of objects based on a standard sample unit mass.

Percent Mode (%)

Describes the percent mode for displaying weight relative to a 100% reference mass, used for target weighing.

Animal Weighing Mode (Hold Function)

Details the hold function for weighing moving objects, displaying an average weight even with fluctuating data.

Accumulation Function

Explains how the accumulation function adds weighing data and displays the total value, requiring specific function table settings.

Response Adjustment / Self Check Function

Automatic Response Adjustment / Self Check Function

Describes the automatic process of adjusting response to environmental influences and performing a self-check using the internal mass.

Manual Response Adjustment

Guides on manually updating the balance's response adjustment by selecting different rates like FAST, MID, or SLOW.

Calibration

Calibration Group

Outlines the different calibration modes: automatic, internal mass (one-touch), external weight, and calibration test.

Automatic Self Calibration

Explains how the balance automatically calibrates due to ambient temperature changes, storing reports if GLP is enabled.

Calibration Using the Internal mass (One-Touch Calibration)

Details the simple one-touch calibration process using the balance's internal calibration weight.

Calibration Using an External Weight

Provides instructions on calibrating the balance using an external weight, including selecting and entering the weight value.

Calibration Test Using an External Weight

Explains how to test the balance's weighing accuracy using an external mass without performing actual calibration.

Correcting the Internal Mass Value

Guides on correcting the internal mass value to conform to an external weight for improved accuracy.

Function Switch and Initialization

Permit or Inhibit

Describes five switches that protect parameters like calibration data and function table settings from unintentional changes.

Initializing the Balance

Explains how to return all parameters, including calibration data and function table, to their factory default settings.

Function Table

Structure and Sequence of the Function Table

Details the two-layer structure of the function table (Class and Item) and how parameters are stored.

Display and Keys

Explains the symbols and keys used within the function table mode for navigation and parameter selection.

Details of the Function Table

Provides a comprehensive list of function table items, parameters, and their descriptions, covering environment, clock, comparator, and data output.

Description of the Class “Environment, Display"

Details parameters related to environmental conditions, display settings like response rate, zero tracking, and capacity indicator.

Description of the Item “Data output mode"

Explains various data output modes such as Key mode, Auto print modes A and B, and Stream mode for data transmission.

Description of the Item “Data format”

Describes different data output formats like A&D standard, DP, KF, MT, NU, and CSV for peripheral equipment communication.

Description of the Data Format Added to the Weighing Data

Details additional data fields that can be included in weighing output, such as ID number, data number, date, time, and comparison results.

Data Format Examples

Provides visual examples of various data output formats for stable, unstable, and overload conditions.

Clock and Calendar Function

Guides on setting and confirming the balance's internal clock and calendar for accurate date/time stamping of data.

Comparator Function

Explains how to set up the comparator to check if weighing results fall within specified upper and lower limits or a reference value.

Adding the Comparison Results

Details how to include comparison results (HI, OK, LO) in the data output when using the RS-232C interface.

Main Display Comparison Function

Describes the function that displays comparison results directly on the main display in a magnified view.

ID Number and GLP Report

Setting the ID Number

Provides instructions on how to set a unique ID number for the balance, used for GLP reports and identification.

GLP Report

Explains how to generate and output GLP reports for calibration and calibration test data to printers or computers.

Data Memory

Notes on Using Data Memory

Provides general notes and prerequisites for using the data memory function, including setting parameters and clearing memory.

Memory for Weighing Data

Details how the balance can store weighing data in its memory, including capacity and different storage modes.

Memory for Calibration and Calibration Test Data

Explains how calibration and calibration test data can be stored in memory for later retrieval or output.

Memory for Unit Mass in the Counting Mode

Describes storing and recalling unit mass values used in the counting mode, with options for input and modification.

Memory for Comparator Settings

Details storing upper and lower limit values for the comparator function, allowing quick recall and use.

Memory for Tare Value

Explains how to store and recall tare values in memory for efficient weighing operations, especially with containers.

Data Memory: Quick Selection Mode

Describes a quick selection mode to recall comparator settings or tare values from memory using the MODE key.

Data Memory: Confirmation and Storage Mode

Explains the mode for confirming and storing recalled data like unit mass, comparator settings, or tare values.

Programmable-Unit

Confirming the coefficient

Guides on how to view the currently set arbitrary coefficient used for unit conversion.

Setting the coefficient

Provides steps to set a custom coefficient within a specified range for programmable unit conversion.

Quitting the operation

Explains how to exit the programmable-unit function and return to the standard weighing mode.

Density Measurement

Prior to measurement: Changing the function table

Details how to activate the density mode and select the method for inputting liquid density (temperature or value).

Measuring the density

Guides on the process of measuring density, involving weighing the sample in air and in liquid.

I/O Unit Specifications (Standard)

RS-232C//External Contact Input

Provides pin assignments and specifications for the RS-232C serial interface and external contact input terminals.

Connection to Peripheral Equipment

Connection to the AD-8121B Printer

Explains the function settings required to connect and use the AD-8121B printer with the balance.

Connection to a Computer

Guides on connecting the balance to a personal computer using the RS-232C interface with appropriate cables.

Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT)

Introduces the WinCT software for PC communication, detailing its RsCom and RsKey methods for data transfer and control.

Commands

Command List

Lists all available commands for querying weighing data and controlling the balance via RS-232C interface.

Acknowledge Code and Error Codes

Explains the acknowledge and error codes output by the balance for communication status and command processing.

Control Using CTS and RTS

Details how the CTS and RTS lines are used for controlling data flow and communication status in RS-232C communication.

Settings Related to RS-232C

Covers essential settings for RS-232C communication, including data output modes and serial interface parameters.

Troubleshooting

Checking the Balance Performance and Environment

Provides methods to check balance performance, repeatability, and environmental factors affecting weighing accuracy.

Error Codes

Lists and explains various error codes displayed by the balance, along with troubleshooting steps for each.

Asking For Repair

Outlines the procedure for contacting the A&D dealer for service or repair when issues cannot be resolved.

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