Scientech Zeta Series - Manual (Page 2)

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Thank you for choosing a Scientech Zeta Series Electronic Balance. Scientech, an ISO9001 registered company, and its employees
are pleased to provide you with a balance designed and manufactured for years of reliable service and proudly made in the U.S.A.
The attractive quality of Scientech balances has been demonstrated by being certified to carry the “CE” mark of conformity. Please
read this manual completely before using your balance. This information will enable you to fully utilize your balance and should be
located nearby to be used as a quick reference guide. The balance is intended to be used only in the manner outlined in this manual.
Misuse of the balance may cause product failure.
Table of Contents:
Unpacking and Setup:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Choose the Proper Environment: ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
Level the Balance: ................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Connect to an Electrical Outlet: ............................................................................................................................................................... 4
Turn the balance on:................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Good Measurement Practices: ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Equipment:............................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Environment: ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Operator: .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Front Panel Controls: ................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The ON/OFF (I/O) Button: ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
The RANGE/FUNCTION Button: .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Single Range Balance Models: ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
Dual Range Balance Models:............................................................................................................................................................... 6
The ZERO Buttons: ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
The MODE Button:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
The SEND Button:................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Balance Functions and Features:.................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Autocalibration (CAL 1) - Using an External Calibration Weight: ......................................................................................................... 7
Linearity (CAL 2): ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Front Panel Parts Counting (PCS): .......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Percent Weighing(%):.............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Checkweighing / Process Control Limits (HI OK LO):........................................................................................................................... 9
Live Animal Weighing / Severe Environment Weighing ( T ):............................................................................................................... 9
Floating Tare™ (dual range models only): .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Capacity Tracker:..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Selectable Filters, Stability Indicator, and Send-When-Stable: ............................................................................................................... 10
Density Determination:............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Security Bracket:...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Options:........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Optional RS-232 Printers:........................................................................................................................................................................ 11
RS-232 Interface:......................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
RS-232 Specifications:............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
RS-232 Front Panel Configuration: ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Using Bi-Directional Communications:................................................................................................................................................... 13
Bi-Directional RS-232 Command Set:..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Type 1 Commands – Balance Control Functions: ............................................................................................................................... 14
Type 2 Commands – Balance Input Functions: ................................................................................................................................... 15
Type 3 Commands – Balance Output Functions:................................................................................................................................. 16
Type 4 Commands – Clock/Calendar Functions: ................................................................................................................................ 16
RS-232 Balance Message Formats: ......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Format A - Balance in the normal weighing mode: ............................................................................................................................. 17
Format A - Balance in a special weighing mode: ................................................................................................................................ 17
Format B - Balance in normal weighing mode: ................................................................................................................................... 18
Format B - Balance in a special weighing mode:................................................................................................................................. 18
Format C: ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Bi-Directional RS-232 Error Messages: .................................................................................................................................................. 18
Troubleshooting Guide: ............................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Specifications for Zeta Series Balances: ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Environmental Requirements:...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
CE Mark: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Limited Warranty:........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Returned Goods Procedure: ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Disposal of Electrical and Electronic Equipment: ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Quick Setup Guide:...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24