Adam Equipment AE 403 Series User manual

Adam Equipment
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AE 403
Indicator
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Softwarerev:V1.00&above
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Easy Reference:
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Model name of the scale:
Serial number of the unit:
Software revision number
(Displayed when power is first turned
on):
Date of Purchase:
Name of the supplier and place:
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CONTENTS
P.N. 1.10.0.0.13103, Rev A, September 2018
1.0INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 1
2.0SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................. 2
3.0INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................................... 3
3.1LOCATING THE INDICATOR ........................................................................................................... 3
3.2LIST OF ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................................. 3
3.3SETTING UP THE SCALES .............................................................................................................. 4
3.4CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................ 4
3.4.1 Connection of load cell to the connector .................................................................................... 4
3.4.2Connection of load cell to the board ..................................................................................... 5
3.4.3 Connection of RS-232 to the connector ...................................................................................... 5
3.4.3 Connection of RS-232 to the board .............................................................................................. 5
3.4.5 Connection of relay drivers .......................................................................................................... 6
4.0KEY DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 7
5.0DISPLAYS ............................................................................................................................................. 8
6.0OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................... 8
6.1ZEROING THE DISPLAY .................................................................................................................. 8
6.4CHANGING THE WEIGHING UNITS .............................................................................................. 10
6.5PRESET TARE ................................................................................................................................ 10
6.7CHECK-WEIGHING ........................................................................................................................ 11
6.8ACCUMULATED TOTAL ................................................................................................................. 13
6.10.1 Animal weighing procedure ...................................................................................................... 15
6.11HOLD/ PEAK FUNCTION ................................................................................................................ 16
7.0USER PARAMETERS ......................................................................................................................... 16
7.1SCALE PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................... 16
7.2RS-232 PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................... 18
7.2.1 Print settings ................................................................................................................................ 19
7.2.2 PC settings ................................................................................................................................... 20
7.2.3 Command settings ....................................................................................................................... 20
8.0BATTERY OPERATION ...................................................................................................................... 21
9.0RS-232 INTERFACE ........................................................................................................................... 21
DATA FORMAT - COMPLETE WEIGHT .................................................................................................... 22
DATA FORMAT – HOLD ............................................................................................................................. 23
DATA FORMAT – PEAK HOLD .................................................................................................................. 23
DATA FORMAT – PERCENT ..................................................................................................................... 24
DATA FORMAT – SIMPLE ......................................................................................................................... 24
DATA FORMAT- CONTINUOUS OUTPUT- NORMAL WEIGHING: .......................................................... 25
DATA FORMAT- CONTINUOUS OUTPUT- PARTS COUNTING: ............................................................. 25
9.1INPUT COMMANDS FORMAT ....................................................................................................... 26
10.0RELAY INTERFACE ............................................................................................................................ 27
11.0CALIBRATION ..................................................................................................................................... 28
13.0ERROR CODES .................................................................................................................................. 29
14.0REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ................................................................................. 30
15.0SERVICE INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 30
WARRANTY STATEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 31

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
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 The AE 403 indicator provides the user with the electronics necessary to
build an accurate, fast, versatile weighing system.
 Functions include, weighing, check weighing, parts counting, animal
weighing and percent weighing.
 The system includes automatic zero tracking, audible alarm for check-
weighing, semi-automatic tare and an accumulation facility that allows
individual weights or counts to be stored and the total recalled.
 The scales have a bi-directional RS-232 interface for communicating with
a PC or printer.
 RS-232 outputs include Real time Clock, English, German, French or
Spanish language text and data required for GLP reports.
 The indicator can be used with 1- to 4 load cell platforms.
 Internal rechargeable battery and IP-67 rated enclosure allow for a fully
portable and rigged weighing system.
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2.0 SPECIFICATIONS
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External resolution ratio 1/1000-1/30000
Non-linear error ±0.016% F.S
Range of signal input of
the transducer 0-20mV
Load cell drive capacity up to 4, 350Ω or 1000Ω load cells
Load cell excitation + 5V DC
Load Cell Connection 6 wire connection, 2 x excitation, 2 x sense, 2 x signal plus
shield.
Calibration Automatic External
Stabilisation Time 2 seconds typical
Power supply 6V 4.5Ah Rechargeable battery And
AC/DC 12V 800mA adapter power;
Power consumption 0.1VA
Overall dimension 287 x 240 x 149 mm (including bracket)
Balance Housing Indicator: IP 67 rated Stainless Steel
Net weight 2.8 kg
Operating temperature 0C-40C
Operating humidity ≤85% RH
Applications General Purpose Weighing Scales
Functions
Weighing, Check weighing, Parts counting, Memory
Accumulation, Animal weighing, Percent weighing, Peak hold
Display 6 digits, 40mm digit height LCD digital display with backlight
Weighing units Grams, Kilogram, pound, ounce, pound/ounce; Newton;
Symbol indication battery; stable; net weight; zero set; Animal Weighing; Hold
Interface RS-232 bi-directional Interface

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3.0 INSTALLATION
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3.1 LOCATING THE INDICATOR
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 The indicator should not be placed in a location
that will reduce the accuracy.
 Avoid extremes of temperature. Do not place in
direct sunlight or near air conditioning vents.
 Avoid unsuitable tables or surfaces.
 Avoid unstable power sources. Do not use near
large users of electricity such as welding
equipment or large motors.
 Do not place near vibrating machinery.
 Avoid air movement such as from fans or
opening doors. Do not place near open
windows or air-conditioning vents.
 Keep the indicator clean. Do not stack material
on the indicator when not in use.
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3.2 LIST OF ACCESSORIES
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Your packet contains-
 AC adapter
 Indicator
 Wall mount bracket and mounting hardware
 Instruction manual
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3.3 SETTING UP THE SCALES
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 Attach the power supply module to the connector underneath the indicator. Press the
[On/Off] key. The software revision number will be displayed followed by a self-test
showing all digits before the zero is displayed along with the unit of weight that was
selected last.
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3.4 CONNECTIONS
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Depending on what model you have purchased, the connection of the load cell
couldbedifferent:
3.4.1 Connection of load cell to the connector
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Please see figure 1
6: Pin +IN +Signal
7: Pin –IN -Signal
3: Pin AGND Shield
1: Pin +E, +Excitation
2: Pin +S +Sense
4: Pin –E -Excitation
5: Pin -S -Sense
As viewed from the back of the indicator
Note:
For 4 wire load cell, connect the load cell +Excitation and +Sense together at the
connector and -Excitation and -Sense together at the connector.
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3.4.2 Connection of load cell to the board
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Pleaseseefigure2
If there is no connector outside case you will have to connect the load cell directly to the
board.
3.4.3 Connection of RS-232 to the connector
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RS-232 serial interface is a plug as figure 3 shows:
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1: Pin GND, Signal Ground
2: Pin RXD, Received Data
3: Pin TXD, Transmitted Data
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As viewed from the back of the indicator
See section 9 for details of the RS-232 Interface.
3.4.3 Connection of RS-232 to the board
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If there is no connector outside case you will have to connect the RS 232 directly to the
board.
Board (terminal block)
6: Pin +IN +Signal S+
7: Pin –IN -Signal S-
3: Pin AGND Shield Sh
1: Pin +E, +Excitation E+
2: Pin +S +Sense Avcc
4: Pin –E -Excitation E-
5: Pin -S -Sense Avss
PIN TXD, Transmitted Data
PIN GND, Signal Ground
PIN RX, Received Data

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3.4.5 Connection of relay drivers
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The output to drive external relays is on the circuit board inside the enclosure. To gain
access you must remove the 6 screws securing the front to the rear of the case. Pass the
wires for the relays through the grommet on the rear panel. The wires will connect to the
PCB using the terminal strip P1.
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FIGURE 5 AE403 CIRCUIT BOARD
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The circuit to control the relays requires an external voltage compatible with the relays
used. For more information see section 10.
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Loadcellconnectionpins Connectiontorelaydrivers Connectiontoserialport

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4.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS
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[Tare/↵]
Sets the zero point for all subsequent weighing. The display shows zero.
Tares the scale. Stores the weight currently on the scale as tare value, subtracts
the tare value from the gross weight and shows the results.
A secondary function, is of “Enter” key used when setting up the value for the
Parameters.
[CHK/PRINT/⭡] CHK: Selects checkweighing. Used to set the Low/High weight limits while
checkweighing.
PRINT: Sends the results to a PC or a Printer using the RS-232 interface. It also
adds the value to the accumulation memory if the accumulation function is not
automatic.
⭡: Up directional button for scrolling. Also used for incrementing the active digit
when setting a value for Parameters.
[Disp/Mode/⭢]
Selects the weighing unit to be displayed from those which are enabled. See
parameter S1 in section 7.4.
A secondary function, ⭢ is to move the active/flashing digit to the right when
setting values for Parameters.
[Func/Set/⭣]
Selects the Functions of the scale. If the scale is weighing, it will select parts
counting. If it is not in weighing mode, it will return the user to weighing.
A secondary function (SET) will bring up the settings menu. Also used to set
values used for parameters
[0/Esc]
Used to zero the scale.
A secondary function (ESC) is to return to normal operation when the scale is in a
Parameter setting mode.
/ ST/ CE]
To switch on and switch off the indicator.
ST: Secondary function allows the user to store/ recall checkweighing limits.