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Setra Systems BL-EL-4100D - User Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 3
Section One ....................................................................................................................... 4
Installing Your Balance ............................................................................................. 4
SETUP ..........................................................................................................................4
Section Two ....................................................................................................................... 5
Understanding Your Balance ................................................................................. 5
KEYBOARD FUNCTIONS........................................................................................ 5
LED INDICATORS ..................................................................................................... 5
DISPLAY MESSAGES ............................................................................................... 6
Section Three .................................................................................................................... 7
Using Your Balance .................................................................................................... 7
BASIC WEIGHING ..................................................................................................... 7
WEIGHING WITH A CONTAINER ........................................................................ 7
CONVERTING WEIGHING UNITS ........................................................................ 7
PERCENT DEVIATION ............................................................................................. 8
FILLING TO 100% .................................................................................................... 8
CHANGING THE DISPLAY RESPONSE RATE ................................................... 9
FILLING TO A TARGET WEIGHT .......................................................................... 9
WEIGHING IN THE PRESENCE OF VIBRATION ............................................... 9
FLOW RATE ............................................................................................................. 10
HOLDING A DISPLAYED WEIGHT ................................................................... 10
INTERFACING WITH A COMPUTER ................................................................ 10
PRINTING OUT INFORMATION ........................................................................ 10
REPETITIVE PRINTING ......................................................................................... 11
Appendix I ....................................................................................................................... 12
User Setups................................................................................................................. 12
CALIBRATION......................................................................................................... 13
SETTING FUNCTION OF MODE KEY FOR DISPLAY RESPONSE RATE OR
HOLD ........................................................................................................................ 14
SETTING THE PRINT FUNCTION ...................................................................... 15
SETTING THE BAUD RATE ................................................................................. 17
ENABLING UNITS OF MEASURE ...................................................................... 18
SETTING THE USER DEFINED UNIT OF MEASURE..................................... 19
SELECTING FLOW RATE (PER SECOND) ....................................................... 22
FIRMWARE VERSION ........................................................................................... 24
RESTORING THE FACTORY DEFAULT SETUPS ........................................... 25
ENVIRONMENTAL CUSTOMIZATION ............................................................ 26
TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION CALIBRATION....................................... 28
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Summary

Introduction and Setup Guide

Initial Balance Setup

Step-by-step guide for initial balance setup, including location, leveling, pan installation, and power connection.

Understanding Your Balance Functions

Keyboard Functions Overview

Explains the function of each key on the balance for controlling operations and settings.

LED Indicator Meanings

Describes the meaning of various LED indicators shown on the balance display.

Display Message Explanations

Lists and explains common messages displayed on the balance screen during operation.

Using Your Balance for Weighing

Basic Weighing Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for performing a basic weighing operation on the balance.

Weighing With a Container

Guide on how to weigh substances using a container, excluding the container's weight.

Converting Weighing Units

Instructions on how to switch between different units of measurement like grams, ounces, and carats.

Calculating Percent Deviation

Procedure for calculating the percentage difference of a weight from a reference value.

Filling to a Target Percentage

How to fill a container to a specified percentage of a total target weight.

Adjusting Display Response Rate

Method to adjust how quickly the balance display updates for stable readings.

Target Weight Filling Mode

Using the MODE key to set a fast response rate for filling operations to a specific target.

Weighing in Vibrating Environments

Using the MODE key to set a slow response rate for stable readings in vibrating environments.

Flow Rate Monitoring

How the balance monitors and displays weight change per second as flow rate.

Holding Displayed Weight

Configuring the MODE key to lock and hold a displayed weight until a key is pressed.

Computer Interfacing Guide

Information on connecting the balance to a computer via its RS-232 serial port.

Printing Out Information

Steps to print displayed weight data to an optional serial printer.

Repetitive Printing Setup

Procedure for setting up and stopping printing of weight at fixed time intervals.

Appendix I: User Setups and Configuration

Balance Calibration Menu

Overview of the menu structure for balance calibration procedures.

Mode Key Function Settings

Accessing and setting functions for the MODE key, such as display response rate or hold.

RS-232 Baud Rate Configuration

Configuring the baud rate for RS-232 serial communication.

Units of Measure Configuration

Setting and enabling various units of measure for weighing.

Environmental Customization Settings

Customizing balance settings based on environmental conditions like vibration.

Calibration Procedures

Span Calibration Steps

Step-by-step guide to perform a span calibration of the balance, including full scale and half capacity.

Mode Key Function Settings

Setting Mode Key for Response Rate

Procedure to configure the MODE key to adjust the balance's display response rate.

Setting Mode Key for Hold Function

Procedure to configure the MODE key to lock and hold a displayed weight.

Print Function Settings

Stable Print Configuration

Setting the PRINT key to output data only when a stable reading is achieved.

Instant Print Configuration

Configuring the PRINT key to immediately output data without waiting for stability.

Interval Print Configuration

Setting the PRINT key to output data at predetermined time intervals.

Line Feed Configuration

Configuring the number of line feeds for label printing or formatting output.

Baud Rate and Parity Settings

Setting Communication Baud Rate

Steps to set the communication speed (baud rate) for RS-232 interface.

Setting Communication Parity

Configuring the data parity (none, odd, even) for RS-232 communication.

Units of Measure Management

Enabling and Disabling Weighing Units

Procedure to enable or disable specific weighing units like grams, ounces, and carats.

Setting User Defined Units

Defining conversion factors and decimal precision for custom units.

Selecting Flow Rate Unit

Procedure to enable the 'x' unit to display flow rate in grams per second.

Firmware and Default Settings

Displaying Firmware Version

Steps to access and view the balance's firmware version number.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Guide to reset all customizable settings back to their original factory default values.

Environmental Customization and Calibration

Response Rate Customization Overview

Overview of how response rate affects balance performance in different environments.

Setting Display Response Rates

Configuring fast, slow, or auto response rates based on application and environment.

Temperature Compensation Calibration

Procedure to calibrate for temperature-induced offsets and internal compensation.

Appendix II: RS-232 Communications

RS-232 Data Communication Commands

Details available keyboard commands for RS-232 interface and data transmission format.

RS-232 Interface Hardware Details

Information on the physical RS-232 interface, pinouts, and cable requirements.

Appendix III: Accessories and Options

Printer and Supplies

Description of the CoStar SETRA 250 printer, receipt paper, and labels.

Draftshield Options

Details on glass draftshields for static-free protection and improved stability.

Security Lock and Dustcover

Accessories for securing the balance and protecting it from dust and spills.

Appendix IV: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Balance Operation Issues

Guidance on resolving common operational issues, unusual messages, or unstable readings.

Troubleshooting Calibration and Printing

Steps to check setups and restore factory defaults when calibration or printing fails.

Troubleshooting RS-232 Interface Problems

Steps for diagnosing and resolving problems with the RS-232 serial communication interface.

Appendix V: Specifications

Model Specific Specifications

Detailed technical specifications including capacity, readability, linearity, and dimensions for BL-410S/4100S.

Operational and Environmental Specs

Specifications related to span range, update speed, baud rates, and operating temperature.

Appendix VI: Limited Warranty

3-Year Limited Warranty Terms

Details of the manufacturer's 3-year warranty, coverage, exclusions, and limitations.

CE Compliance and Testing

EMC Directive Compliance Information

Details the balance's adherence to the European EMC Directive and related standards.

EMC Testing Results Summary

Summary of compliance test results for radiated RF, ESD, and transient burst.

Summary

Introduction and Setup Guide

Initial Balance Setup

Step-by-step guide for initial balance setup, including location, leveling, pan installation, and power connection.

Understanding Your Balance Functions

Keyboard Functions Overview

Explains the function of each key on the balance for controlling operations and settings.

LED Indicator Meanings

Describes the meaning of various LED indicators shown on the balance display.

Display Message Explanations

Lists and explains common messages displayed on the balance screen during operation.

Using Your Balance for Weighing

Basic Weighing Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for performing a basic weighing operation on the balance.

Weighing With a Container

Guide on how to weigh substances using a container, excluding the container's weight.

Converting Weighing Units

Instructions on how to switch between different units of measurement like grams, ounces, and carats.

Calculating Percent Deviation

Procedure for calculating the percentage difference of a weight from a reference value.

Filling to a Target Percentage

How to fill a container to a specified percentage of a total target weight.

Adjusting Display Response Rate

Method to adjust how quickly the balance display updates for stable readings.

Target Weight Filling Mode

Using the MODE key to set a fast response rate for filling operations to a specific target.

Weighing in Vibrating Environments

Using the MODE key to set a slow response rate for stable readings in vibrating environments.

Flow Rate Monitoring

How the balance monitors and displays weight change per second as flow rate.

Holding Displayed Weight

Configuring the MODE key to lock and hold a displayed weight until a key is pressed.

Computer Interfacing Guide

Information on connecting the balance to a computer via its RS-232 serial port.

Printing Out Information

Steps to print displayed weight data to an optional serial printer.

Repetitive Printing Setup

Procedure for setting up and stopping printing of weight at fixed time intervals.

Appendix I: User Setups and Configuration

Balance Calibration Menu

Overview of the menu structure for balance calibration procedures.

Mode Key Function Settings

Accessing and setting functions for the MODE key, such as display response rate or hold.

RS-232 Baud Rate Configuration

Configuring the baud rate for RS-232 serial communication.

Units of Measure Configuration

Setting and enabling various units of measure for weighing.

Environmental Customization Settings

Customizing balance settings based on environmental conditions like vibration.

Calibration Procedures

Span Calibration Steps

Step-by-step guide to perform a span calibration of the balance, including full scale and half capacity.

Mode Key Function Settings

Setting Mode Key for Response Rate

Procedure to configure the MODE key to adjust the balance's display response rate.

Setting Mode Key for Hold Function

Procedure to configure the MODE key to lock and hold a displayed weight.

Print Function Settings

Stable Print Configuration

Setting the PRINT key to output data only when a stable reading is achieved.

Instant Print Configuration

Configuring the PRINT key to immediately output data without waiting for stability.

Interval Print Configuration

Setting the PRINT key to output data at predetermined time intervals.

Line Feed Configuration

Configuring the number of line feeds for label printing or formatting output.

Baud Rate and Parity Settings

Setting Communication Baud Rate

Steps to set the communication speed (baud rate) for RS-232 interface.

Setting Communication Parity

Configuring the data parity (none, odd, even) for RS-232 communication.

Units of Measure Management

Enabling and Disabling Weighing Units

Procedure to enable or disable specific weighing units like grams, ounces, and carats.

Setting User Defined Units

Defining conversion factors and decimal precision for custom units.

Selecting Flow Rate Unit

Procedure to enable the 'x' unit to display flow rate in grams per second.

Firmware and Default Settings

Displaying Firmware Version

Steps to access and view the balance's firmware version number.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Guide to reset all customizable settings back to their original factory default values.

Environmental Customization and Calibration

Response Rate Customization Overview

Overview of how response rate affects balance performance in different environments.

Setting Display Response Rates

Configuring fast, slow, or auto response rates based on application and environment.

Temperature Compensation Calibration

Procedure to calibrate for temperature-induced offsets and internal compensation.

Appendix II: RS-232 Communications

RS-232 Data Communication Commands

Details available keyboard commands for RS-232 interface and data transmission format.

RS-232 Interface Hardware Details

Information on the physical RS-232 interface, pinouts, and cable requirements.

Appendix III: Accessories and Options

Printer and Supplies

Description of the CoStar SETRA 250 printer, receipt paper, and labels.

Draftshield Options

Details on glass draftshields for static-free protection and improved stability.

Security Lock and Dustcover

Accessories for securing the balance and protecting it from dust and spills.

Appendix IV: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Balance Operation Issues

Guidance on resolving common operational issues, unusual messages, or unstable readings.

Troubleshooting Calibration and Printing

Steps to check setups and restore factory defaults when calibration or printing fails.

Troubleshooting RS-232 Interface Problems

Steps for diagnosing and resolving problems with the RS-232 serial communication interface.

Appendix V: Specifications

Model Specific Specifications

Detailed technical specifications including capacity, readability, linearity, and dimensions for BL-410S/4100S.

Operational and Environmental Specs

Specifications related to span range, update speed, baud rates, and operating temperature.

Appendix VI: Limited Warranty

3-Year Limited Warranty Terms

Details of the manufacturer's 3-year warranty, coverage, exclusions, and limitations.

CE Compliance and Testing

EMC Directive Compliance Information

Details the balance's adherence to the European EMC Directive and related standards.

EMC Testing Results Summary

Summary of compliance test results for radiated RF, ESD, and transient burst.

Setra Systems BL-EL-4100D Specifications

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BrandSetra Systems
ModelBL-EL-4100D
CategoryScales
LanguageEnglish

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