A&D GX-1603A User Manual

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GX-A Series / GF-A Series Communication Manual
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A&D GX-1603A Specifications

General

Brand	A&D
Model	GX-1603A
Category	Scales
Language	English

Summary

1. Introduction

1-1. Applicable Models

Lists the GX-A and GF-A series models applicable to this manual.

1-2. Features of the Communication Function

Describes the standard RS-232C and USB interface features for balance communication.

2. Interface Specifications

2-1. RS-232C

Details RS-232C connector, transmission method, data rate, signal format, and pin arrangement.

2-2. USB

Details USB connector, standard, device class (HID/CDC), and miniB pin arrangement.

3. Connection Diagrams

3-1. Connecting the Balance to a Printer

Diagram illustrating connection of the balance to a printer using RS-232C cable.

3-2. Connecting the Balance to an External Display Unit

Diagram showing balance connection to an external display unit via RS-232C.

3-3. Connecting the Balance to a PC or a PLC

Diagrams for connecting balance to PC (USB/RS-232C) or PLC (RS-232C).

4. Connecting to the Printer

Internal Settings of the Printer

Configuration settings for the AD-8127 compact printer for various output modes.

Internal Settings of the Balance

Balance settings for connection destination, data output mode, and data format.

5. Connecting to the External Display Unit

Internal Settings of the External Display Unit and the Balance

Settings for AD-8920A, AD-8922A, and balance for various display outputs.

6. Connecting to a PC or a PLC

6-1. Quick USB Mode

Explains one-way USB communication for direct data input into PC software.

6-2. Virtual COM Mode

Describes bidirectional USB communication via a virtual COM port on the PC.

6-3. RS-232C

Details connecting the balance to a PC using the RS-232C interface.

6-4. WinCT Data Transmission Software

Introduces WinCT software for data reception and its applications (RsCom, RsKey, RsWeight).

7. Data Output

7-1. Data Output Mode

Explains various data output modes: Key, Auto Print A/B, Stream, Key mode B/C, Interval.

7-2. Weighing Data Format

7-3. Output Examples of Weighing Data Format

7-4. Other Data Formats

8. Commands

8-1. Control Commands

Lists commands for querying weighing data and controlling balance functions (keys, tare, zero).

8-2. The <AK> Code and Error Codes

Explains AK code and error code responses to commands for communication reliability.

8-3. Command Usage Examples

Illustrates command usage scenarios like ON, R, CAL, EXC, and container measurement.

9. Error Codes

9-1. Error Codes List

Provides a comprehensive list of error codes and their corresponding resolutions.

10. The UFC Function

10-1. UFC Program Commands

Introduces UFC function and lists program commands for custom output string creation.

10-2. Examples of Creating UFC Program Commands

Provides practical examples for creating custom output formats using UFC program commands.

11. Internal Settings

11-1. How to Set

Explains the procedure for navigating and changing balance internal settings using keys.

11-2. List of Items (Communication Entries Only)

Lists communication-related internal settings such as data output mode and interface settings.