Avery Weigh-Tronix HC12000 User manual

High Capacity Electronic Balance
Reflex HC Series
HC12000, HC32000, HC52000
User Instructions
ENGLISH
76103-920 Issue 1 09.03.2004
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When programming or configuring the equipment you must ensure that you comply with all
relevant standards and legislation. The example settings given in this book may not be
legal for trade with the public.

Reflex HC Series 3
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer : Avery Weigh-Tronix
Type: HC
corresponds to the requirements of the following EC directives:
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
The applicable harmonised
standards are: EN60950, EN45501, EN55022, EN55024, EN61000-3
A copy of the original signed declaration for this instrument is available from:
Avery Weigh-Tronix, Foundry Lane, Smethwick, West Midlands B66 2LP England

Reflex HC Series
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Notation Conventions
This instruction manual uses the following notation conventions to
indicate Safety Precautions.
Note: Provides additional information needed to properly use the
balance.
Other conventions used in this manual include:
ITEM DESCRIPTION
1) 2) 3)…Indicates the step number in a procedure or a
sequence of changes in the balance display.
Indicates the display change or action sequence
performed by the balance after an operation has been
initiated.
Refer to the recommended sections for further
information on a specific topic.
etc.
Indicates the balance display status.
Underlined portions (_) indicate that the character is
flashing.
mass display Indicates the balance is in the weighing mode and
mass is displayed in one of the weighing units.
These sections include information to make using the
balance more convenient.
Menu Map
item [1]
Indicates the Menu Map item to be selected.
The number inside the [ ] is the number of the item on
the Menu Map.
See Section 2.3 "Menu Map."
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in
injury to personnel or equipment damage.

Reflex HC Series 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To ensure safe and proper operation of the balance, observe
the following precautions.
Do not use the balance in hazardous areas.
This includes areas where the balance is exposed to dust or
flammable gases and liquids.
Use the AC adapter specified by Avery Weigh-Tronix.
To prevent electric shock, never disassemble the AC adapter.
The AC adapter is designed for indoor use. Do not use the
AC adapter in exterior environments or where it may be
splashed by water.
Ensure that the power supply voltage meets the indicated
range of the AC adapter.
Handle the balance carefully.
The balance is a precision instrument of solid design.
Do not connect peripheral devices other than those
recommended by Avery Weigh-Tronix.
The balance may not operate properly if peripheral devices
other than those specified in this manual are used. The
specifications for the RS-232C/AUX connector are described
in Section 3.2 "Personal Computer - RS-232C". Connect the
peripheral devices according to the methods described in this
instruction manual.
DO NOT disassemble the balance, accessories, or peripheral
unit.

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Contents
Declaration of Conformity.......................................................3
1 Basic Operation...................................................................10
1.1 Balance Components....................................................10
1.1.1 Operations of the Keys on the Main Unit............................... 11
1.1.2 Symbol Display .......................................................................... 13
1.2 Installation .....................................................................14
1.2.1 Choosing the Installation Site................................................... 14
1.2.2 Balance Installation.................................................................... 15
1.3 Turning the Power ON...................................................16
1.4 Adjusting the Built-in Clock ...........................................17
1.5 Span Calibration............................................................17
1.6 Weighing .......................................................................17
1.6.1 Changing the Unit Display........................................................ 18
1.6.2 Changing the Minimum Display Digit ............... 18
1.7 Maintaining and Transporting the Balance....................18
1.7.1 Cleaning the Balance................................................................ 18
1.7.2 Transporting the Balance ......................................................... 19
1.8 Specifications ................................................................20
2 Menu Item Selection ...........................................................20
2.1 Introduction....................................................................20
2.2 Procedure of Menu Item Selection................................21
2.3 Menu Map .....................................................................22
2.4 General Menu Operations.............................................31
2.4.1 Setting Numeric Values............................................................ 31
2.4.2 Setting a Decimal Point............................................................. 31
2.4.3 Menu Lock .................................................................................. 32
2.4.4 Last Menu Recall....................................................................... 32
2.4.5 Returning to the Default Settings (menu reset)..................... 33
2.5 Calibration Execution Menu ..........................................33
2.5.1 Calibration ................................................................................... 33
2.5.2 Span Calibration Using External Weights .......... 34
2.5.3 Calibration Check Using External Weights .. 35
2.6 Graphic Display Menu : .......................36
2.6.1 Overview ..................................................................................... 36

Reflex HC Series 7
2.6.2 Full Scale Mode ..........................................37
2.6.3 Target Mode ................................................37
2.6.4 Group Mode .................................................37
2.6.5 Level Mode ..................................................38
2.6.6 No Graphic Display .....................................38
2.7 Environment Menu : ............................38
2.7.1 Overview......................................................................................38
2.7.2 Averaging ........................................................39
2.7.3 Stability Detection Band ................................40
2.7.4 Tracking ...........................................................40
2.7.5 Pretaring Value ........................................40
2.7.6 Whole Lighting Mode .....................................41
2.7.7 Taring/Printing ..............................42
2.8 Application Menu : ................................42
2.8.1 Overview......................................................................................42
2.8.2 Zero Range .................................................................................43
2.8.3 Auto Zero.....................................................................................43
2.8.4 Auto Print .....................................................................................44
2.8.5 Peak Hold....................................................................................45
2.8.6 Interval Timer ..............................................................................46
2.8.7 Auto-Memory and Zeroing .......................................................47
2.8.8 Animal Weighing ........................................................................48
2.9 Unit Registration Menu and Unit Change .....................49
2.9.1 Unit Registration Menu..............................................................49
2.9.2 % Conversion .............................................................................50
2.9.3 Piece Counting ...........................................................................50
2.9.4 Solid Specific Gravity Measurement.......................................51
2.9.5 Liquid Specific Gravity Measurement.....................................53
2.10 System Setting Menu : .......................54
2.10.1 Date for the Built-in Clock..........................................................54
2.10.2 Time for the Built-in Clock ............................55
2.10.3 Display During Standby ................................55
2.10.4 Measurement Control System ....................56
2.11 Communication Menu ( flashing).....56
2.11.1 Overview......................................................................................56

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2.11.2 Handshaking - ............................................ 57
2.11.3 Format ....................................................... 57
2.11.4 Communication Speed .......................... 58
2.11.5 Parity / Bit Length -....................................... 58
2.11.6 Stop Bit ........................................................ 58
2.11.7 Delimiter .................................................... 58
3 Connecting Peripheral Instruments..................................59
3.1 Electronic Printer...........................................................59
3.2 Personal Computer - RS-232C -...................................59
3.2.1 Connecting the Cable ............................................................... 59
3.2.2 Data Format................................................................................ 60
3.2.3 Using Command Codes .......................................................... 61
3.2.4 Windows Direct Function.......................................................... 67
3.2.5 Multi-Connection Mode............................................................. 70
3.3 Foot Switches................................................................73
3.4 Hook for Below-Balance Weighing................................73
4 APPENDIX............................................................................75
4.1 Table of Unit Conversion Constants .............................75
4.2 Specifications for the RS-232C/AUX Connector...........76
4.3 Error Display List...........................................................77
4.3.1 General Display.......................................................................... 77
4.3.2 Error Display............................................................................... 77

Reflex HC Series 9
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this medium-sized electronic
balance, the Avery Weigh-Tronix Reflex HC series.
In addition to its ability to make rapid mass measurements, the
Reflex HC series is also well-equipped with a four-mode
analog display, clock function, various application
measurement functions and a unit conversion function.
Furthermore, it is a high performance, multi-functional balance
which can be used in a great variety of applications when
connected to peripherals. Before using the balance read this
instruction manual carefully to ensure long and fruitful use of
the Reflex HC series.

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series
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1 Basic Operation
1.1 Balance Components
[ Name ] [ Appearance ] [ Notes ]
AC adaptor
The serial
number of the
balance is stated
on this
nameplate
Balance unit
Pan

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series 11
1.1.1 Operations of the Keys on the Main Unit
The functions of the keys found on the front of the balance are
described in the table below.
During Weighing During Menu Selection(*1)
Key Pressing
Once and
Releasing
Pressing and
Holding for
About 3
Seconds
Pressing
Once and
Releasing
Pressing and
Holding for
About 3
Seconds
Switches
between the Exits the Application Returns to
the previous
Returns to the
mass display.
KEY Connector
RS-232C
Connector DATA I/O
C
o
DCIN
Connector
Level screws
Level Display
panel
Pan
Balance unit
Key
switch

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operation and
standby
modes.
Measurement
function. menu.
Enters span
calibration or
menu
selection. (*2)
Displays the
last Menu Map
item that was
set.
(Last menu
recall)
Moves to the
next Menu
Map item.
Displays the
last Menu
Map item that
was set.
(Last menu
recall)
Tares the
balance.
(Displays
zero.)
(*3)
Displays the
Pretare value. Selects and sets the
currently
displayed
Menu Map
item.
No operation.
Changes the
selected unit.
(*4)
Switches
between the 1d
and 10d
display. (*5)
Increases the
numeric value
of the flashing
digit by 1.
No operation.
Sends the
displayed
value to a
peripheral
device.
Sends the date
and time to a
peripheral
device.
Moves to the
next digit
during
numeric value
entry.
No operation.
*1 Refer to Section 2. “MENU SELECTION.”
*2 This key is used to set values when percent (%), number
(PCS), solid specific gravity ( d), or liquid specific gravity (d)
units are displayed.
*3 When a Pretare value is set, zero is not displayed and the [-
Pretare value] is displayed.
*4 Units other than “kg” must be registered and set before they
can be used for measurement. Kilogram (kg) is the only unit
registered before shipment. To register other units, refer to
Section 2.10. “REGISTRATION, RELEASE, AND SELECTION
OF MEASUREMENT UNITS”.
*5 When the unit is set to 10d, the resolution of the minimum
display is decreased by one decimal place.

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series 13
1.1.2 Symbol Display
An example of “whole lighting” display.
Display Name Description
Stability symbol Indicates that the balance is stable. (*1)
Tare symbol Indicates that a Pretare value has been set.
Zero symbol Indicates that Auto Zero is ON for the
Application Measurement function.
Weight symbol Flashes when span calibration is necessary.
This symbol continues to flash until either a
manual or automatic span calibration has been
made.
Number symbol Indicates numeric value entry.
Menu symbol Indicates that the menu lock is on.
*Asterisk Indicates that the displayed numeric value is
not a mass value.
Animal symbol Illuminates when Animal Weighing is ON for
the Application Measurement function.
Auto-Memory &
Zeroing symbol Illuminates when Auto-Memory and Zeroing are ON for the Application Measurement
function.
Memory symbol Indicates that Net Total Weighing is ON for the
Application Measurement function.
Communication
symbol Illuminates during communication to external equipment through the RS-232C or DATA I/O
connector.
Battery symbol When the balance is operated with the optional
battery pack, this symbol illuminates to indicate
that the battery voltage has dropped.
AP Auto Print
symbol Indicates that Auto Print is ON for the Application Measurement function.
Stand-by symbol Illuminates when the balance power is in the
Graphic display Unit display

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Reflex HC Series
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standby mode.
This symbol also illuminates when the
Application Measurement function has entered
the standby mode.
•Inverse triangle
symbol Illuminates when the solid specific gravity unit is used. This symbol is also used as a
substitute for the decimal point.
*1 Stability symbol
The displayed value may change while the stability symbol
remains illuminated if the load is changing slowly or if the
stability detection band has been set to a large value.
1.2 Installation
1.2.1 Choosing the Installation Site
(1) Power supply
CAUTION
•Select an installation site that is near a power source to
ensure that the attached AC adapter is used properly.
•Verify that the supply power voltage conforms to that
indicated on the AC adapter.
(2) Installation site
CAUTION
Choose an installation site where the balance will be
protected from the following:
•corrosive or flammable gasses.
•dust, wind, vibration, electromagnetic waves, or
magnetic fields.
•direct sunlight.
•extreme temperature or humidity.
•rain or the possibility of being splashed with water.
Large capacity balances should be installed on a sturdy
floor and table that can withstand the total load of the
balance AND object to be weighed.

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series 15
1.2.2 Balance Installation
(1) Put the balance onto its
side and unscrew the 2
transportation screws in
accordance with the
instruction label on the
bottom of the balance.
Screw these into the
“Release” hole.
(2) Place the balance unit as
shown in the diagram on
the right. If intending to fit
the vinyl cover, fix it at this
stage of the procedure.
Refer to “Fitting the Vinyl
Cover”, mentioned later.
(3) Place the pan on the
balance.
(4) Adjust the level of the
balance.
Note: Turn the level
screws to adjust it so that the air bubble in the level
rests inside the red circle. Check that the balance is
steady when adjustment is complete.
Note: Adjusting the level can be done with ease if all 4
level screws are at first grounded equally. Next, adjust
the front and the back using the 2 front feet, and then
adjust left and right using either of the 2 feet on the left
and right.
Fitting the Vinyl Cover
When using the balance in a location where it is likely to get
dirty, refer to the diagram below and fit the vinyl cover by
following the procedure below. Remove the pan first if fitting
the vinyl cover after the balance has been assembled.
Release hole
Instruction label

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Reflex HC Series
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(1) Cut the supplied tape (2) and stick it onto the 4 points
on the case (3) (refer to the diagram below).
(2) Fix the vinyl cover (1) onto the double-sided tape (2),
ensuring that there are no creases.
(3) Fit the pan.
(4) Place a weight onto the pan which is close to the
weighing capacity to check that the pan and vinyl cover
are not touching. Accurate measurements cannot be
made if there is contact between the two items. If this is
the case, re-fit the vinyl cover.
Note: The vinyl cover (1) is folded up when it is in the packaging.
1.3 Turning the Power ON
(1) Insert the plug of the AC adapter into the DC IN
connector on the rear of the balance, then insert the AC
adapter into the power source.
(2) The balance self-check is activated and the following
messages are displayed in the order indicated.
Ver. No.
•• • • • •
•• • • • • Whole lighting 
(3) Press the key. The whole display illuminates and
then the display changes to indicate the kilogram-
display.

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series 17
Note: If ENVIRONMENT menu 37 has
been selected, the display stops in the whole lighting
state. In this case, press the key during whole
lighting to change the display to the kilogram-display.
1.4 Adjusting the Built-in Clock
The Reflex HC series of balances have a built-in battery driven
clock. After unpacking and installing the balance, adjust this
clock to the appropriate date and time.
See Section 2.10.1 Date for the Built-in Clock
See Section 2.10.2 Time for the Built-in Clock
1.5 Span Calibration
It is necessary to calibrate the balance after it is moved, or
when the ambient temperature has changed.
Verify that the balance is stable before performing the span
calibration. To achieve a very stable state, ensure that the
balance has been turned on for at least one hour, that the
temperature is constant, that there are no breezes or
vibrations and that the balance is in an area isolated from the
normal traffic flow.
Refer to Section 2.5.2 “Span Calibration Using the External
Weights” for more information on the Span Calibration
procedure.
1.6 Weighing
(1) Place the weigh vessel (tare) on the pan.
(2) Press the key to zero the display.
Note: If a Pretare value is set, the symbol is
illuminated and zeroing of the display does not occur.
(3) Place the object to be weighed on the pan, and read the
displayed value after the stability symbol is displayed.
Errors Displayed During Weighing
Overload: Weighing capacity has been exceeded.

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Negative Overload: The load on the balalnce is too
light.
The pan is not adjusted properly.
Display Overload: This display appears if the mass
display exceeds 7 digits due to the choice of unit.
May appear after the key is pressed while the
solid specific gravity (•d)or liquid specific gravity (d)
units are used.
1.6.1 Changing the Unit Display
Every time the key is pressed, the unit display changes
sequentially among those registered in the UNIT
REGISTRATION menu.
Note: Before a unit can be displayed it must be registered in
the UNIT REGISTRATION menu. Refer to “2.10 Unit
Registration Menu and Unit Change” for information on how to
register units.
The unit is displayed sequentially according to the order of the
UNIT REGISTRATION menu.
1.6.2 Changing the Minimum Display Digit• •
It is possible to decrease the resolution of the minimum
balance display by one decimal place if necessary.
(1) Press and hold the key for approximately three
seconds. is displayed and the display is
decreased by one decimal place.
(2) Press and hold the key for approximately three
seconds. is displayed and the display returns to
the original number of decimal places.
1.7 Maintaining and Transporting the Balance
1.7.1 Cleaning the Balance
Use a soft damp cloth containing a pH neutral detergent to
clean the balance.

1 Basic Operation
Reflex HC Series 19
Avoid using organic solvents, chemicals, or dusting sprays as
they may damage the coatings of the balance or the display
panel.
Attach the in-use balance cover (standard accessory) when
the balance is used in an environment where it is susceptible
to being soiled.
The pan can be removed and washed with water. Verify that
the pan is completely dry before replacing it on the balance.
1.7.2 Transporting the Balance
To carry the balance, hold the balance firmly with both hands.
To transport the balance, use the shipping carton used to
deliver the balance.
Before placing the balance into the shipping carton, verify that
the transportation screws at the bottom of the balance have
been tightened until they stop.

2 Menu Item Selection
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1.8 Specifications
Type HC12000 HC32000 HC52000
Weighing
Capacity (kg) 12 32 52
Minimum
Display (g) 0.1 0.1 1
Standard
Deviation
(•)g
0.1 0.12 0.6
Linearity
±g0.2 0.2 1
Range of the
External
Calibration
Weight (kg)
10 30 50
Temperature
coefficient of
sensitivity
± 4ppm/°C ± 5ppm/°C
(Range of
temperature
compensation:
10 to 30°C)
± 4ppm/°C
Pan size (mm) Approx.345 W x 250 D
Dimensions Approx.360 W x 355 D x 125 H
Weight (kg) Approx 10.5kg
Operating
Temperature
Range
5 - 40°C
Power Supply AC adapter (AC110 V – 240 V)
I/O Connector for RS-232C
for Electronic Printer
2 Menu Item Selection
2.1 Introduction
The HC series balance has many functions that can be
selected to meet the requirements of the user. Menu Item
selection is used to program these functions.
The symbol is displayed during Menu Item selection.