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Avery Weigh-Tronix HC12000 User Manual

Avery Weigh-Tronix HC12000
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High Capacity Electronic Balance
Reflex HC Series
HC12000, HC32000, HC52000
User Instructions
ENGLISH
76103-920 Issue 1 09.03.2004
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Avery Weigh-Tronix HC12000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAvery Weigh-Tronix
ModelHC12000
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

Summary

High Capacity Electronic Balance

User Instructions

Instructions for operating the electronic balance.

Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer and Compliance

Details on manufacturer, EC directives, and standards compliance.

Notation Conventions

Safety and Usage Symbols

Explains CAUTION, Note, and other symbols used in the manual.

Safety Precautions

Installation and Usage Guidelines

Precautions for installation, AC adapter use, and peripherals.

Basic Operation

Balance Components Overview

Identification of the main parts of the balance unit.

Basic Operation

Main Unit Key Operations

Explains the functions of the balance's main unit keys.

Basic Operation

Symbol Display Meanings

Explains the meaning of various symbols displayed on the balance screen.

Basic Operation

Installation Procedures

Covers selecting a site and installing the balance.

Basic Operation

Powering On and Initial Setup

Steps for turning on the balance and fitting accessories.

Basic Operation

Clock Adjustment and Span Calibration

How to set the clock and perform span calibration.

Basic Operation

Weighing and Display Settings

Procedures for weighing, changing units, and display resolution.

Maintenance and Transport

Cleaning and Transportation

Guidelines for cleaning and safely transporting the balance.

Specifications

Menu Item Selection

Introduction to Menu Functions

An overview of the menu item selection feature for programming functions.

Menu Item Selection

Menu Navigation Procedure

Step-by-step guide on how to navigate the balance's menu system.

Menu Item Selection

Menu Map and Calibration Access

Reference map of the menu structure and how to access calibration.

Menu Item Selection

Calibration Menu Options

Details on accessing and setting different calibration types.

Menu Item Selection

Graphic Display Menu Modes

Options for configuring the balance's graphic display modes like Full Scale and Target.

Menu Item Selection

Environment Menu Settings

Settings to compensate for installation environment and weighing purposes.

Menu Item Selection

Application Menu Functions

Overview of application functions for efficient measurement like Auto Zero and Auto Print.

Menu Item Selection

Unit Registration and Conversion

How to register, select, and convert between measurement units.

Menu Item Selection

System Setting Menu Options

Settings related to the balance's system, including clock, ID, and reports.

Menu Item Selection

Communication Settings Menu

Configuration options for balance communication with PCs and printers.

Menu Item Selection

General Menu Operations

General procedures for operating the balance menus, including setting values and decimal points.

Menu Item Selection

Menu Lock and Last Menu Recall

Functions to lock menu selections and recall the last menu item.

Menu Item Selection

Resetting to Default Settings

Procedure to reset balance settings to factory defaults.

Calibration Execution Menu

Calibration Requirements

General information and reasons for performing balance calibration.

Calibration Execution Menu

Span Calibration and Check Definitions

Definitions of span calibration and calibration check procedures.

Span Calibration with External Weights

Step-by-step guide for span calibration using external weights.

Calibration Execution Menu

Adjusting Calibration Mass

How to modify the calibration mass value for checks.

Calibration Check with External Weights

Procedure for performing a calibration check with external weights.

Menu Item Selection

Graphic Display Menu Overview

Explains the purpose and use of the balance's bar graph display.

Menu Item Selection

Graphic Display Modes

Details on Full Scale, Target, and Group modes for graphic display.

Menu Item Selection

Level and No Graphic Display Modes

Settings for Level mode and disabling the graphic display.

Environment Menu

Environment Settings Overview

Adjusts settings to compensate for environmental factors like vibration.

Menu Item Selection

Averaging Function Settings

Matches display stability and response to specific application requirements.

Menu Item Selection

Stability Detection and Tracking

Settings for balance stability indication and maintaining displayed values.

Pretaring Value Function

Weighs sample in a container without opening it.

Menu Item Selection

Whole Lighting Mode Settings

Configures automatic or manual display illumination.

Menu Item Selection

Taring/Printing and Application Overview

Determines stability wait for printing; overview of Application Measurement.

Application Menu

Application Measurement Overview

General name for functions that improve measurement efficiency.

Menu Item Selection

Zero Range and Auto Zero Functions

Setting Zero Range as a reference and Auto Zero operation.

Menu Item Selection

Auto Print Functionality

Automatically outputs data without manual key presses for each sample.

Menu Item Selection

Peak Hold Function

Measures and displays the highest or lowest stable value.

Menu Item Selection

Interval Timer Function

Automatically outputs displayed value at preset intervals.

Menu Item Selection

Auto-Memory and Zeroing Function

Weighs a large number of individual samples automatically.

Menu Item Selection

Animal Weighing Function

Dedicated function suitable for weighing animals.

Menu Item Selection

Unit Registration Menu

Process for registering and selecting available measurement units.

Menu Item Selection

Percentage Conversion and Piece Counting

Functions for converting values to percentage and counting pieces.

Menu Item Selection

Solid Specific Gravity Measurement

Procedure for measuring the density of solid samples.

Menu Item Selection

Solid Specific Gravity Measurement Details

Further details on measuring solid specific gravity using the balance.

Menu Item Selection

Liquid Specific Gravity Measurement

Procedure for measuring the density of liquids.

Menu Item Selection

Built-in Clock Date Setting

Procedure to set the balance's internal clock date.

Menu Item Selection

Built-in Clock Time Setting and Standby Display

Setting clock time and configuring standby display options.

Menu Item Selection

Measurement Control System and Communication Overview

Settings for calibration reports, balance ID, and communication setup.

Menu Item Selection

Handshaking and Data Format Settings

Configuring handshake protocols and data output formats for communication.

Menu Item Selection

Communication Speed, Parity, Stop Bits, and Delimiters

Settings for communication speed, parity, stop bits, and delimiters.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Electronic Printer Connection

Steps for connecting and using an electronic printer with the balance.

RS-232C PC Connection

Instructions for connecting the balance to a personal computer via RS-232C.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

PC Data Format

Explanation of data formats used when connecting to a PC.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Using Command Codes for PC Control

Details on using command codes to control the balance from a PC.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Numeric Value Setting and Echo Commands

Commands to set numeric values and handle echo back responses.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Command Codes for Output and Operation Keys

Command codes for data output and emulating key presses.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Commands for Unit Conversion and Value Readout

Commands to change units and read current settings.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Numeric Value Setting Commands

Specific commands used to set various numeric values on the balance.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Special Function Commands

Commands for special functions like calibration, menu lock, and time adjustment.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Windows Direct Function Setup

Procedures for setting up the Windows Direct function for PC data transfer.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Checking Operations and Activating Windows

Verifying PC connection and steps to activate Windows for operation.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Troubleshooting the Windows Direct Function

Solutions for common issues and prerequisites for the Windows Direct function.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Multi-Connection Mode Overview

Connecting multiple balances to a single PC simultaneously.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Multi-Connection Setup and Naming

Method for setting up multi-connection and assigning identification names.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Multi-Connection Mode Command Codes

Valid commands when operating in multi-connection mode.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Foot Switches and Below-Balance Hook

Using foot switches for hands-free operation and a hook for specific weighing types.

Connecting Peripheral Instruments

Attaching Below-Balance Weighing Fitting

Instructions on how to attach the fitting for weighing samples suspended below the balance.

Appendix

Unit Conversion Constants Table

A table listing various units and their conversion constants.

Appendix

RS-232C/AUX Connector Specifications

Pin assignments, functions, and remarks for the RS-232C/AUX connector.

Appendix

Error Display List and Countermeasures

Lists general display messages, specific error codes, and their corresponding countermeasures.

Appendix

Additional Error Displays

Further error codes encountered during balance operation and their remedies.

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