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Fidelity Measurement AFM18 User Manual

Fidelity Measurement AFM18
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AFM18 / FM18 / FM18S
ELECTRONIC WEIGHING INDICATOR
OPERATION MANUAL
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPT TO
OPERATE THIS INSTRUMENT
Specifications subject to change without prior notice
V118 December 2015 Rev1

Table of Contents

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Fidelity Measurement AFM18 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFidelity Measurement
ModelAFM18
CategoryAccessories
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Installation

2. Specifications

3. Keys, Display & Connections

Keys & Display Indicators

Details on the instrument's keys, display indicators, symbols, and their functions.

Connection Points

Diagrams and descriptions of all instrument connection ports (DC Jack, Load Cell, RS232, TTL).

4. Getting Started

General Warnings

Important safety and operational warnings for using the instrument.

Battery and Power Adaptor

Information on the built-in battery, initial charging, and power adaptor usage.

Connecting Other Devices

Guides for connecting load cells, computers, printers, and other peripherals.

Setting Operation Parameters

Instructions on setting preferred operation parameters using the internal function table.

5. Initial Setup

Internal Settings

Overview of internal settings and parameter adjustments available through internal functions.

Entering Internal Functions

Step-by-step guide to enter and select desired internal functions and parameters.

Key Functions in Internal Mode

Explanation of key functions available within internal function mode for navigation and saving.

Internal Function Table

Detailed table of internal functions, parameters, notes, and default settings.

6. Instruction for Use

Power On and Start Weighing

Procedure for powering on, starting weighing, and platform placement.

Weigh Unit Conversion

Information on supported weight units (kg, g, lb) and conversion methods.

Tare Functions

Methods for taring off container weight: Manual, Auto (F12), Repeated (F13), Preset (F63).

Memory Accumulation

Functionality for accumulating and recalling transaction data to memory.

Function Modes Overview

Overview of instrument modes: Piece Count, Percentage, Animal Weighing, Checkweighing.

Entering Supplementary Functions

Steps to enter and exit supplementary function modes like Piece Count and Percentage.

Piece Count Function

Guide to enter and use the Piece Count function, including sampling process.

Percentage Function

Instructions for entering and using the Percentage function, including reference mass setup.

Animal Weighing Function

Guide to enter and use the Animal Weighing function, including error and filter controls.

Checkweighing Mode

Overview and activation of Checkweighing modes (Mode 1 & 2).

Standard/Dynamic Checkweighing

Using Standard/Dynamic Checkweighing (F25=Mode 1) with Hi/Lo limits and Near Zero Value.

Inflow/Outflow Control Logic

Using Inflow/Outflow control logic (F25=Mode 2) with relay output assignments.

Constant Feeding & Dispensing Modes

Configuring and operating Constant Feeding (Mode 3) and Dispensing (Mode 4) modes.

Constant Feeding Mode Details

Detailed explanation of Constant Feeding mode, including sequence and auto printout.

Constant Dispensing Mode Details

Detailed explanation of Constant Dispensing mode, including sequence and auto printout.

7. RS232 Data Output Mode

Auto Weight Format String

Data format for RS232 transmission in ASCII code.

8. Ticket / Receipt Printing

Standard Print Output Format

Illustrations of standard ticket/receipt printouts for various function modes.

Custom Print Output Format

Information and steps for creating custom print output formats.

9. Label Printing (LP-50 or Compatible)

Label Format Groups & File Names

Available label format groups and their corresponding file names.

Label Programming

Information on prompt commands and samples for label programming.

10. Battery Power & Recharging

Battery Symbols & Operation Time

Symbols indicating battery power levels and estimated operation time with/without backlight.

Recharge Battery

Instructions for recharging the battery and indicators for charging status.

11. Error Codes

12. Daily Care & Maintenance

Appendix A: Bi-Directional Communication Jumper Setting

Selecting Incoming Command Comport

How to select the incoming command comport (RS232/TTL) using jumper settings.

Appendix B: Bi-Directional Communication Commands

Direct Control Commands

Direct control commands for panel keys, sent from a computer via communication programs.

Information Request Commands

Commands to request operational data (status, weight, date, etc.) from the instrument.

Information Request Commands Table

Table of information request commands, operation data, and corresponding data length.

Data Format

Protocol and format for data answered by the instrument, including motion status and weight values.

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