A&D AD-8922A User manual

AD-8922A
Remote Controller
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
1WMPD4002022

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The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument covered by this
manual are subject to change for improvement without notice.

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CONTENTS
１INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 2
１-１Outline .......................................................................................................................................................2
１-２Applicable Instruments ..............................................................................................................................2
１-３Compliance................................................................................................................................................3
２DESCRIPTION OF EACH PART ............................................................................................................ 4
２-１Display .......................................................................................................................................................5
２-２Key Operation............................................................................................................................................5
２-３Connectors ................................................................................................................................................5
３GETTING READY................................................................................................................................... 6
３-１Setting the Weighing Instrument and the AD-8922A.................................................................................6
３-２Connecting the AD-8922A .........................................................................................................................6
３-３Turning the Power on ................................................................................................................................7
３-４Operation ...................................................................................................................................................7
３-５Example of Use .........................................................................................................................................7
４FUNCTION SETTINGS........................................................................................................................... 9
４-１Display and Keys.......................................................................................................................................9
４-２Function Table .........................................................................................................................................10
４-３Initialization ..............................................................................................................................................12
５TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................................... 13
６SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 14
７RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE ............................................................................................................ 15
８EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS ................................................................................................................... 16
９OPTIONS.............................................................................................................................................. 17
９-１Confirming the AD-8922A Software Version............................................................................................17
９-２Installing the Option.................................................................................................................................18
１０ BCD OUTPUT (AD-8922A-01) ......................................................................................................... 19
１０-１BCD Output Specifications...................................................................................................................19
１０-２Setting of the Decimal Point Position...................................................................................................24
１１ COMPARATOR OUTPUT (AD-8922A-04)........................................................................................ 25
１１-１Comparator Output Specifications .......................................................................................................25
１１-２Using the Comparator Output ..............................................................................................................27
１１-３Setting the Upper and Lower Limit Values...........................................................................................28
１２ CURRENT LOOP INPUT (AD-8922A-05)......................................................................................... 30
１２-１Current Loop Input Specifications........................................................................................................30
１３ ANALOG OUTPUT (AD-8922A-06).................................................................................................. 32
１３-１Analog Output Specifications ...............................................................................................................32
１３-２Function setting....................................................................................................................................34
１３-３Switching Output Voltage.....................................................................................................................35
１３-４Output Voltage Fine Adjustment ..........................................................................................................35
１３-５Fixed Output Voltage ...........................................................................................................................36
１４ ACCESSORIES (CABLE LIST)........................................................................................................ 37

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１INTRODUCTION
The AD-8922A is a remote controller. Read this manual completely before using the AD-8922A in order to
ensure a sufficient understanding for proper use.
１-１Outline
The AD-8922A is connected to an A&D manufactured weighing instrument, using the RS-232C serial interface.
Displays the weighing data transmitted by the weighing instrument.
Key operations remotely control the weighing instrument.
(Entering the function setting mode of the weighing instrument is not available. Available operations
depend on the weighing instrument used. See Table 2 in "1-2 Applicable Instruments".)
The data the AD-8922A receives can be output, using the RS-232C serial interface. So, external
devices such as a personal computer or a printer can be connected to the AD-8922A.
Can be panel-mounted.
 Various options such as BCD output, comparator output, current loop input and analog output are
available. For details, refer to "9 OPTIONS" and the following relevant chapters.
 When connected to the AD-4212C, the AD-8922A can change the response characteristic, calibrate
the AD-4212C using the external weight, and both instruments can share power.
(Power can be supplied to both instruments by plugging the AC adapter into either the AD-4212C or
the AD-8922A. For details, refer to "3-3 Turning the Power on ".)
１-２Applicable Instruments
Applicable weighing instruments and what is required are shown in the table below.
Table 1 Applicable weighing instruments and what is required
What is required to connect to
a weighing instrument
Cable required to connect to
an external device such as
Weighing
instrument Option for the
instrument
Communications cable*
(Length 2 m)
Personal
computer
AD-8121B
compact printer
AD-4212C None
(D-Sub 9-pin)
None
(Use the cable provided
for AD-4212C)
GX, GF, GX-K,
GF-K, GP, FP,
AD-4212A/B, GR, HR
None
(D-Sub 25-pin) AX-KO1710-200
EK-i, EW-i, FC-i,
FC-Si, GH, HR-i,
FZ-i, FX-i
None
(D-Sub 9-pin) AX-KO2466-200
EK-G, EK-H,
ET-W, EW-G
OP-03
(D-Sub 25-pin) AX-KO1710-200
HV-G, HV-WP,
HW-G, HW-WP
None
(DIN 7-pin) AX-KO1786-200
FG OP-03
(DIN 7-pin) AX-KO1786-200
FS, FS-KL OP-03
(DIN 8-pin) AX-KO1786-200
FG-L, FG-M OP-23
(DIN 8-pin) AX-KO1786-200
AX-KO1786-200 AX-KO462-200
Note (*) - The standard communications cable is AX-KO1710-200. A substitute communications
cable may be provided as specified when ordering the AD-8922A.
- When connecting to the AD-4212C, use the AX-KO3590-500 (5m) cable, provided as standard
for the AD-4212C.

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The AD-8922A functions in two ways as follows, depending on the weighing instrument used:
A remote controller that displays the weighing data and remotely controls the weighing instrument.
A remote display that displays the weighing data.
Available key operations depend on the weighing instrument used, as shown below. Set the command set
"C5et" of the function setting, appropriate to the weighing instrument.
Table 2 Applicable weighing instruments and key operations
AD-8922A keyWeighing
instrument ON:OFF CAL SAMPLE PRINT MODE RE-ZERO
Command
set *5
AD-4212C
Calibrates
using the
external
mass.
Switches
the
response
characteristic.
C5et 1
GX, GX-K, GP,
GH, ET-W, FZ-iC5et 1
GR
Calibrates
using the
internal
mass. C5et 2
GF, GF-K,
EK-H,
AD-4212A/B, HR,
HR-i, FX-i
Turns the
weighing
instrument
display
on or off.
*1
⎯
Switches
the
minimum
display.
*2
C5et 3
EK-i, EW-i⎯⎯⎯
Switches
the unit
displayed.
*4
Sets the
display to
zero.
C5et 4
EK-G, EW-G, FC-i,
FC-Si, FG, FG-L,
FG-M, FP, FS, FS-KL,
HV-G, HV-WP, HW-G,
HW-WP
⎯⎯⎯
Outputs
the
received
data to
an
external
device.
*3
⎯⎯C5et 0
Note: "⎯" in the table indicates that the key operation is not available.
*1: Switching the standby or weighing mode is available for the AD-4212C.
*2: Not applicable to the counting mode and the percent mode. Switching the minimum display
is not available for the ET-W.
*3: Available when the AD-8922A is in key mode ("out 1" or "out 2" of the function setting).
*4: Not available for the ET-W and AD-4212
*5: AD-8922A function settings
１-３Compliance
１-３-１Compliance with FCC Rules
Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. This
equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against interference when equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. If this unit is operated in a residential area, it may cause some interference and under
these circumstances the user would be required to take, at his own expense, whatever measures
are necessary to eliminate the interference.
(FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.A.)
１-３-２Compliance with EMC Directives
This device features radio interference suppression in compliance with valid EC
Regulation 89/336/EEC.

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２DESCRIPTION OF EACH PART
Note: Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle
type.
A substitute communications cable, listed below, may be provided as specified when
ordering the AD-8922A.
•D-Sub 9-pin to D-Sub 9-pin (AX-KO2466-200)
•DIN 7-pin to D-Sub 9-pin (AX-KO1786-200)
When connecting to the AD-4212C, use the cable provided for the AD-4212C.
Do not use the cable provided for the AD-8922A.
Rear
Connector
to the weighing instrument
(D-Sub 9-pin )
Connector
to the external device
Display
Keys
Angle adjustment knob
AC adapter
jack Grounding terminal
Accessories
AC adapter AC adapter identification label
See Note below.
Communications cable
to connect to a weighing
instrument (Length: 2 m, 1 pc.)
D-Sub 25-pin to D-Sub 9-pin
(AX-KO1710-200)
(DIN 8-pin )
Stand
Main unit

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２-１Display
Displays the weighing data and the unit (or mode) received. The unit (or mode) may be different from
that of the weighing instrument.
Turns on the stabilization indicator when the header of the weighing data received is "ST", "QT", or "WT".
Turns on the comparator indicator when the comparison results are added to the data received.
Applicable to GX-K, GF-K, GP and AD-4212A/B. (Function setting "Cp-r")
When nothing has been received for two seconds or more, the bar display [- - - - -] appears. By
changing the function setting, the previous data received is displayed until the next data is received
(Hold display). During the hold display, the hold indicator is turned on.
Note: When the data is in eight digits, the highest-order digit is displayed in the upper left
corner as shown below.
For example, if the weighing data is 101.00000 g, the display is like .
２-２Key Operation
Available key operations to control the weighing instrument depend on the weighing instrument used. For
details, see Table 2 in " 1-2 Applicable Instruments".
Set the command set "C5et" of the function setting, appropriate to the weighing instrument.
To enter the function setting mode of the AD-8922A, press and hold the ON:OFF key and press the CAL
key.
The weighing instrument has its own function settings and the AD-8922A can not change those settings.
２-３Connectors
２-３-１Connector to the weighing instrument (BALANCE / SCALE) ... D-Sub 9-pin male
Used to connect to the weighing instrument. The cable used for connection depends on the instrument.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of the weighing instrument.
２-３-２Connector to the external device (PC / PRINTER) ... DIN 8-pin female
Used to connect to an external device such as a personal computer or a printer (AD-8121B). The cable
used for connection depends on the device. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the device.

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３GETTING READY
３-１Setting the Weighing Instrument and the AD-8922A
1. Set each item as shown below. Set the same value for the weighing instrument and the AD-8922A.
Table 3
Item Weighing instrument AD-8922A
Baud rate 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600. 19200 bps
Data bits, Parity bit 7 bits - EVEN, 7 bits - ODD, 8 bits - NONE
Stop bits 1 bit or 2 bits
Terminator <CR> or <CR><LF>
Data format A&D standard format ⎯
Communication control No RTS/CTS control ⎯
Data output mode Stream mode* ⎯
Items in bold face type: Factory settings for both the AD-8922A and the weighing instrument.
* When connected to an external device, the settings can be changed to suit the use.
2. Set the command set "C5et" of the function setting, appropriate to the weighing instrument. See Table 2
in "1-2 Applicable Instruments".
Note: Some items may not be available for the instrument used. For details on setting, refer to
the instruction manual of each weighing instrument.
When connected to an external device such as a personal computer or a printer, set the output
mode "out" and time out "Hold" of the function setting, and set the data output mode of the
weighing instrument, appropriate to the use. (See Table 3 in "3-5 Example of Use".)
３-２Connecting the AD-8922A
For information on cables required for connection, see Table 1 in " 1-2 Applicable Instruments".
Connect the weighing instrument to the AD-8922A D-Sub 9-pin connector.
Connect an external device such as a personal computer or a printer to the AD-8922A DIN 8-pin
connector.

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３-３Turning the Power on
Insert the AC adapter plug into the AC adapter jack located on
the rear of the AD-8922A. Plug the AC adapter into an
appropriate electrical outlet.
When connected to the AD-4212C, power can be supplied to
both instruments by plugging the AC adapter into either the
AD-4212C or the AD-8922A.
(Both instruments can have their AC adapter connected at the
same time.)
３-４Operation
The AD-8922A displays the weighing data transmitted by the weighing instrument used.
The AD-8922A key operations remotely control the weighing instrument.
Available operations depend on the weighing instrument. See Table 2 in "1-2 Applicable Instruments".
３-５Example of Use
A personal computer is connected to the AD-8922A and the weighing data can be transmitted to the
personal computer, using Windows communication tools (WinCT).
To protect against inadvertent operations, the AD-8922A keys can be disabled. (Function setting
"C5et 0").
When nothing has been received for two seconds or more, the bar display [- - - - -] appears. By
changing the function setting, the previous data received is displayed until the next data is received
(Hold display). (Function setting "Hold 1 ")
About details on the settings of the weighing instrument or the external device, see the relevant
instruction manual.
External device
AD-8121B
Personal computer
PLC
Weighing
instrument
BALANCE/SCALE
Used to connect to
the weighing instrument
PC/PRINTER
Used to connect to
the external device
AD-8922A

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Table 4 Use of the AD-8922A
Example
of use
Weighing
instrument AD-8922A setting External device
setting
Through mode "out 0"
Sends all of the
received weighing
data to the external
device.
[AD-8121B]
MODE 2
(Prints data in
conjunction with
theAD-8121B
DATA key or
interval setting.)
Key mode 1 "out 1"
When the AD-8922A
PRINT key is
pressed, sends the
latest weighing data
received to the
external device,
regardless of the data
status.
Stream mode
(Outputs the
weighing data
continuously.)
Key mode 2 "out 2"
When the AD-8922A
PRINT key is
pressed, sends the
latest weighing data
received to the external
device when the data is
stable.
[AD-8121B]
MODE 1
(Prints data when
the AD-8121B
DATA key is
pressed.)
Monitors the
weighing data
of the
weighing
instrument
remotely.
Key mode or
Auto print mode
(Outputs the
weighing data
when the key
is pressed or
outputs the data
automatically
when stable.)
Through mode "out 0"
Sends all of the
received weighing
data to the external
device.
[AD-8121B]
MODE 1
(Prints data
according to the
data output
mode of the
weighing
instrument.)
Monitors the
weighing data
of the
weighing
instrument that
is built into a
weighing system.
Command
mode *
(Outputs the
weighing data
by the data
request
command.)
Through mode "out 0"
Sends all of the
received weighing
data to the external
device.
[Personal computer
or PLC]
(The program to
control the
device is
required.)
* The command mode may not be available for weighing instruments of which command is always
valid.