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1WMPD4001958A
Using the AD-8527
When operating this instrument, be sure to observe the
following:
Caution
•Do not open the case to repair the AD-8527. Only
qualified personnel can do that. Attempting repairs
yourself may cause damage to the AD-8527. Damage
caused by attempting to do the repair yourself will void
the warranty.
Precautions on Usage
Caution
•With the cap attached over the connectors, the
AD-8527 is protected against water splashing
(equivalent to IP65). Please note that it will not endure
immersion in water or high pressure running water.
•The AD-8527 is supplied power and is turned on only
when it is connected to a weighing instrument or the
USB of a personal computer.
1. Introduction
This manual describes how the AD-8527 works and how to get
the most out of it in terms of performance. Please read this
manual completely before using the AD-8527.
2. Features
•When connected to the RS-232C interface of a weighing
instrument and to a personal computer using USB
simultaneously, the AD-8527 can transmit the weighing data
that the weighing instrument outputs in real time to the personal
computer. This enables a personal computer without COM
ports to receive data.
•The AD-8527 functions similar to a USB keyboard. Thus, no
software installation such as a driver is not necessary. Once
connected as described above, the weighing data can be
transmitted to the personal computer.
Note that Command transmission from the personal computer
to the weighing instrument is not available.
•The AD-8527 can transmit the data to any application such as
Excel, Word and Notepad for Windows.
•As power is supplied to the AD-8527 from the weighing
instrument or USB, no special power source is required.
•The AD-8527 has no data storage function. To store data
without using a personal computer, use the AD-1688 Weighing
Data Logger.
Note: The AD-8527 is supplied power and is turned on only
when it is connected to a weighing instrument or the
USB of a personal computer.
3. Unpacking
When unpacking, confirm that everything is contained.
・AD-8527 Quick USB Adapter
・USB extension cable (0.5 m)
・RS-232C cable with a D-Sub 9-pin connector (1 m) : AX-KO3571-100
・RS-232C cable with a D-Sub 25-pin connector (1 m) : AX-KO3572-100
・RS-232C cable with a 7-pin DIN connector (1 m) : AX-KO3573-100
・Instruction manual (this document)
When the AD-8527 is in use, the cap
can be attached on the bottom.
Each side has an opening. Use the
openings as follows.
A: Attach a strap to carry.
B: Connect the cap and the main unit
so that the cap will not be lost.
4. Connection and Key Operations
Key
When pressed
(To press and
release immediately)
When pressed and held
(To keep pressing
for 2 seconds or more)
SET Displays the date and
time.
Displays the function setting
menus.
(+) None
Starts or stops data transmission
at a set interval.
(Only in the interval mode)
CANCEL None None
5. Displaying the Date and Time
At the standby display, press the SET key to display the year, date
and time.
1. Standby display
2. The display indicates the year and date for 2 seconds each,
and then indicates the time.
3. Press any key to return to the standby display.
6. Setting the Date and Time
Note: The date and time were set to the Japanese
standard time at the factory when shipped. Before
use, set the date and time to your local time.
Change the date and time as follows.
1. Refer to “5. Displaying the Date and Time” to display the date
and time.
When the year, date or time is displayed, press and hold
the SET key for 2 seconds or more. The display flashes
and the AD-8527 enters the setting mode.
Using the following keys to set the date and time.
(+) key: Increase the value by one
CANCEL key: Decrease the value by one
When the above keys are held pressed, the
value is increased or decreased continuously
SET key: Confirm the setting and go to the next item.
2. After setting the year, month, day, hour and minute, press
the SET key to return to the standby display.
7. Transmitting the Weighing Data
Transmitting data from a weighing instrument to a personal
computer.
1. Connect the AD-8527 to the USB port of a personal
computer and connect the AD-8527 to a weighing
instrument using the RS-232C cable.
Note: Use the cable appropriate to the RS-232C
connector of the weighing instrument.
Power is supplied to the AD-8527
and the standby display appears.
If either USB or RS-232C is not
connected, “- - - -“ appears.
2. Press the PRINT key of the weighing instrument to
transmit the data to the AD-8527.
Then, the AD-8527 transmits the data to
the personal computer as keyboard input
signals. When transmitted, a buzzer sounds
and “out” appears for about 2 seconds.
Note: If data is not input into Excel correctly, refer to
“10.2. If the Data Fails to be Input into Excel
Correctly”.
When transmitting GLP output and statistical
results, set the weighing instrument “Data
output pause (pU5e)” to “Pause (1.6 seconds)”.
3. Repeat step 2 as necessary.
4. Disconnect the weighing instrument from the AD-8527.
5. Disconnect the personal computer from the AD-8527.
USB connecto
