Axis 4BA/T Series User manual

USER MANUAL
LINE SCALES
4BA/T SERIES
FILE: 2016-01-19 4BAT-029 bE0106 GB

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Table of contents:
1. General description ________________________________________________________________ 4
2. Technical data ____________________________________________________________________ 5
3. Completation _____________________________________________________________________ 5
4. Safety principles __________________________________________________________________ 6
5. Principles of user scale treatment _____________________________________________________ 6
6. Scale external outputs ______________________________________________________________ 7
7. Connecting a computer, printer or label printer ___________________________________________ 8
7.1Detailed LonG protocol description ____________________________________________________ 9
7.2Detailed EPL protocol description ____________________________________________________ 11
8. Balance preparation to work_________________________________________________________ 12
9. Operation principles _______________________________________________________________ 13
10. Balance test ____________________________________________________________________ 14
11. Balance adjustment ______________________________________________________________ 14
12. Meter keys and indicators __________________________________________________________ 14
13. Start-up ________________________________________________________________________ 17
14. Weighing with tare________________________________________________________________ 18
15. Scale menu _____________________________________________________________________ 19
16. Menu navigation rules _____________________________________________________________ 20
17.Scale setup (SEtUP) ______________________________________________________________ 25
17.1 Scale calibration (CALIb)__________________________________________________________ 27
17.2 Autozeroing function (AutoZEr) ____________________________________________________ 28
17.3 Weight unit selection (UnIt) ________________________________________________________ 29
17.4 Serial port parameters setting (SErIAL) ______________________________________________ 30
17.5 Printout configuration (PrInt) ______________________________________________________ 31
17.6 Setting backlight function (b_LIGHt) _________________________________________________ 33
17.7 Analog out configuration (AnALoG) _________________________________________________ 34
17.8 Entering reference zero value (ZErO) ________________________________________________ 35
18. Special functions description________________________________________________________ 36
18.1 Products and users database (Prod i USEr) ___________________________________________ 37
18.2 Pieces counting function (PCS) ____________________________________________________ 41
18.3 Percentage weighing function (PErC) _______________________________________________ 42
18.4 Label choosing function (LAbEL)____________________________________________________ 43
18.5 Weighing animals function (LOC) ___________________________________________________ 44
18.6 Constant tare memory function (tArE) ________________________________________________ 45
18.7 Maximum value indication function (UP) ______________________________________________ 47

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18.8 Force measuring function (nEWton) _________________________________________________ 48
18.9 Total weight function (totAL) _______________________________________________________ 49
18.10 Checkweighing function (thr) ______________________________________________________ 51
18.11 Setting date and time function (dAtE)________________________________________________ 54
18.12 Radio communication channel choice function (rF CHn) _________________________________ 55
18.13 Charging accumulators function (bAttErY)- option ______________________________________ 56
18.14 Automatic switching off the scale function (AutoOFF) ___________________________________ 57
18.15 Statistical calculations function (StAt) _______________________________________________ 58
18.16 Paperweight calculation (PAP) ____________________________________________________ 61
19. Maintenance and repairs of small defects ______________________________________________ 62
Declaration of Conformity __________________________________________________________ 63
Appendix A_________________________________________________________________________ 64

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1. General description
Stainless line scales are designed for weighing of half carcasses, hanged on the
hook with roll and moved on the rail. Scale built in the technological line is the
segment of rail, where half carcasses are transported.
The scales are made of stainless steel and are designed to work in heavy
conditions.
All balances are tested in respect of metrology. According to order, balances
may be verified or calibrated.
EC verification (conformity assessment) of balances is required for special
applications, mentioned in Ministry of Labour and Social Policy decree from
11.12.2003 (trade, tariffs, pharmacy recipes, medical and pharmaceutical
analysis, packing of goods). For other applications it is recommended to replace
verification with calibration.
Verified balances have the following verification features:
- protection stamps, located on balance meter and converters connection box
(installed under the bearing surface).
- Office of Measures marks and green metrological mark, located on the rating
plate.
EC verification is valid for 25 months from 1st of December of year, when the
EC verification took place, under condition of stamp integrity.
Scales classification according to PKWiU: 29.24.23.
Certificates:
Certificate of type
approval no. T7950
AXIS management System
Certificate
DIN EN ISO 9001:2000
No. 78 100 6386

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2. Technical data
Scale type
4BA300T
4BA600T
Maximal load (Max)
300kg
600kg
Readout unit (d)
100g
200g
Verification unit (e)
100g
200g
Minimal load (Min)
2kg
4kg
Tare range
-300kg
-600kg
Accuracy class
III
Work temperature
-10÷40°C
Weighing time
<3s
Line lenght
0,5m
Line diameter
48mm
Display cable length
4m
Supply
~230V, 50Hz, 8VA
Protection step
meter IP65
sensor IP68
3. Completation
Basic set consists of:
1. Scale sensor with line
2. Scale meter
3. Scale suspension
-M12 screws ............... 4 pcs
-M12 nuts .............. 16pcs
-straps .............. 2pcs
4. RS232C joint (to computer)
5. User manual
6. Guaranty

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4. Safety principles
It is necessary to become familiar with safety
principles shown below, which are necessary to avoid
electric shock and damage of balance or connected
devices.
Repairs and necessary adjustments must be performed by qualified
personnel only.
To avoid fire hazard, use only typical supply cable, and supply voltage
must be consistent with technical data.
For the balance supply use the socket with protective contact.
Do not use balance when the cover is removed.
Do not use balance in explosive atmosphere.
Do not use balance in locations with high humidity, when the cover does
not have special protections (NAN types).
In case of damage suspicion, switch the balance off and do not use it until
it is tested in professional service company.
5. Principles of user scale treatment
According to valid regulations regarding natural
environment protection do not place used electronic
devices in containers with common waste.
Used balance after operation period may be transferred to units authorized
for collection of used electronic equipment, or to place of purchase.

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6. Scale external outputs
Separate ground connection (scales in stainless steel version) must be connected using additional
conductor.
Extensometers are connected permanently.
RS232C Extensometer
Power unit 12V
Feeder
USB
Ground
RxD (receive)
ground
housing
RS232C
1234 5
67 8 9

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7. Connecting a computer, printer or label printer
The scale is equipped with RS232C, which can be used to connect external devices such as computer or
a printer.
When cooperating with computer, the scale sends weighing result after initialize signal from computer or
after pressing key on the scale.
When cooperating with a printer data is send automatically after result stabilisation, but next transmission is
possible after removing previously weighted sample.
When cooperating with label printer after pressing key, the scale sends instructions set for the label
printer. Label number 0001, hour, data (if the clock is installed and on) and nett weight. During transmission
LabEL communicate is displayed.
The way of sending data and transmission parameters is set using SErIAL special function.
Set of send data is set using special function PrInt.
The following data can be send:
-Header (scale type, Max, d, e, serial number),
-Operator identification number,
-Successive printout number (measurement),
-Identification number or product bar code,
-Number of pcs (PCS function only),
-Single detail mass (PCS function only),
-Nett weight,
-Tare (package mass),
-Gross weight,
-Total mass (Total function only).
If the scale is equipped with two serial joints Print function is set independently for both interfaces.
Computer must have a special program for cooperation with data from a scale.
Dedicated programs are also offered by AXIS.
Except RS232C joint, the scale can be equipped with USB or Wi-Fi interface.
Needed controllers and instruction can be found on a CD supplied with Axis scales.

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7.1 Detailed LonG protocol description
Communication parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 4800bps,
initialising signal (data send order) –correspond to press key
ComputerScale: S I CR LF (53h 49h 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: scale response according to description below (16 bytes):
Byte
1
-
sign „-” or space
Byte
2
-
space
Byte
34
-
digit or space
Byte
5÷9
-
digit, decimal point or space
Byte
10
-
digit
Byte
11
-
space
Byte
12
-
k, l, c, p or space
Byte
13
-
g, b, t, c or %
Byte
14
-
space
Byte
15
-
CR
Byte
16
-
LF
Attention:
Network number different than zero (SErIAL / nr function) changes scale working mode: communication
with a computer is possible after logging the scale in with 02h scale number command. To log the scale out
use 03h command.
For example: Using a program to test RS232 interface ( program is available in www.axis.pl / programy
komputerowe ) for scale number 1 please write: $0201 to log in, then SI, and write: $03 to close
communication.
Asking about scale presence in system (testing scale connection with computer):
ComputerScale: S J CR LF (53h 4Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: M J CR LF (4Dh 4Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
Displaying a inscription on scale’s display (text communicate from computer):
ComputerScale: S N n n X X X X X X CR LF, nn-displaying time in seconds; XXXXXX-6 signs to
display
ScaleComputer: M N CR LF (4Dh 4Eh 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale tarring (calling
T
key press) :
ComputerScale: S T CR LF (53h 54h 0Dh 0Ah),
ScaleComputer: without response,
Scale zeroing (calling
0
key press):
ComputerScale: S Z CR LF (53h 5Ah 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,
Scale turning on / off (calling I/ key press):
ComputerScale: S S CR LF (53h 53h 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,
Entering to special function menu (calling MENU key press):
ComputerScale: S F CR LF (53h 46h 0Dh 0Ah),
Scale Computer: without response,

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Setting threshold 1 value (option):
ComputerScale: S L D1...DN CR LF (53h 4Ch D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah)
D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters („-” –negative value, digits, dot –decimal
separator), number of digits after dot should be the same as on scale display,
Scale Computer: without response,
Example:
in order to set low threshold 1000g in scale B1.5 (d=0.5g) the following order should be sent:
S L 1 0 0 0 . 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 0Dh 0Ah),
in order to set low threshold 100kg in scale B150 (d=50g) the following order should be sent:
S L 1 0 0 . 0 0 CR LF (53h 4Ch 31h 30h 30h 2Eh 30h 30h 0Dh 0Ah),),
Setting threshold 2 value (option):
ComputerScale: S H D1...DN CR LF (53h 48h D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah),
D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters
Scale Computer: without response.
Setting threshold 3 value (option):
KomputerWaga: SMD1...DN CR LF (53h 4Dh D1...DN 0Dh 0Ah),
gdzie: D1...DN –threshold value, maximum 8 characters
WagaKomputer: without response.
Connecting cable WK-1 (scale –computer / 9-pin interface):
Connection cable WD-1 (connects scale with AXIS printer):
Setting of internal switches of AXIS printer:
SW-1
SW-2
SW-3
SW-4
SW-5
SW-6
SW-7
SW-8
on
off
on
off
off
on
off
off
SCALE
KAFKA PRINTER
SCALE
COMPUTER

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7.2 Detailed EPL protocol description
Transmission parameters: 8 bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, baud rate 9600bps,
After using key in scale:
ScaleLabel printer : set of instruction in EPL-2 language that initialize label printing:
US
-
Steering instruction
FR"0001"
-
Label number define instruction
?
-
Instruction that starts list of variable signs
mm:gg
-
5 signs: minutes:hour
rrrr.mm.dd
-
10 signs: year.month.day
masa
-
10 signs: scale indication+ mass unit
P1
-
Steering instruction
Attention:
1. Except variable signs constant signs can also be inscribed e.g. factory name, product name and so on.
2. In standard only one label pattern is possible to printout (number 0001). Using bigger amount of
patterns (other label numbers) is possible thanks to LAbEL special function.
3. To achieve label printout, label printer must have inscribed label pattern (label pattern is created on
computer and using computer it is saved to label printer memory). Label pattern is designed by ZEBRA
DESIGNER program which is supplied together with label printer.
Scales parameters and transmission protocol must corespond to label printer type.

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8. Balance preparation to work
1. Unpack the balance.
2. Built-in the scale into horizontal line sector, in place not subjected to mechanical vibrations and strong
air movements.
3. Using M12 nut set the line sector precisely in axis of existing line with 31mm intervals from both sides.
4. Connect the ground wire to scale (label on the scale indicates where it should be connected) and
ground the rest of existing line.
5. Mount read-out module in convenient place.
6. Connect the supply cable plug to socket with protective contact, when balance is unloaded.

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9. Operation principles
1. Before each measurement the balance should be properly zeroed, which is signalled by “”
indicator. If the zero indication is not shown when the balance is unloaded, or "----" is displayed, press
the "
" key.
2. The balance enables tare setting in the whole measuring range. It is performed by pressing "
T
"
key.
3. Weighed mass should be placed in the platform centre.
Do not drop weighed objects on the platform.
Do not overload the balance over 20% of maximum load.
4. The weighing result should be read during the " " indicator lighting, which indicates the result
stabilization.
5. When there is no weighing, but the balance should be ready for operation, it may be switched off by I/
key. It causes the balance reading system deactivation end entering the standby mode. Balance turning
on is performed by pressing " I/ " key.
6. Protect the balance from dust, aggressive dusts and liquids. For cleaning purposes use water and dry it.

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10. Balance test
During balance operation, in order to confirm its efficiency, it is recommended to check the weighing
precision by putting and object of exactly known weight before and after series of measurements.
For testing of verified balances use weight standard, having valid standardization certificates. In case of
allowable measurement error exceeding contact authorized service company to perform balance
adjustment.
11. Balance adjustment
Balance adjustment must be performed by authorized service company
only, as it is connected with necessity of seals breaching, required for
warranty purposes.
12. Meter keys and indicators
LCD display version:
Keys:
I/
-switch-on / switch-off (standby),
"
T
-tare, menu position confirmation, next digit (when inscribing),
"
0
-zeroing, scrolling menu, increasing digit (when inscribing),
"
-result printout, decimal point (when inscribing),
"
MENU
-menu,
"
-function switch: special function/weighing,
"
HR
-temporary high resolution indication,
Indicators:
0
-zero indicator (unloaded scale),
0
kg
scale
keys
weighing
result
bar
indicator
metrological
data
zero
indicator
stabilization
indicator
net weight
indicator
Max= d=

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"
-result stabilization indicator,
"
NET
-net weight (after using Tkey),
"
MODE
-special function menu turning on indicator
"
B/G
-gross weight (after using TARE and
key)
"
AUT
-autotare function on,
"
T
-tare memory function on,
"
TOTAL, FILTER, SUM
-special functions indicators,
"
%, ct, n, g/m2, lb,mg
-unit indicators,
"
pcs
-pieces counting indicator,
"
n
-measurements quantity indicator (total function),
"
OFF
-scale turned off (standby)
"
MIN
-weighing result under threshold I (thr function),
"
OK
-weighing result between threshold I and II,
"
MAX
-weighing result above threshold II,
BAT
-battery discharge indicator,
, O
-ACtIV function indicator,
bar
indicator
-scale load indicator (0-100%)

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LED display version:
klawisz
I/
-switch-on / switch-off (standby),
"
T
-tare, menu position confirmation, next digit (when inscribing),
"
0
-zeroing, scrolling menu, increasing digit (when inscribing),
"
-result printout, decimal point (when inscribing),
"
MENU
-menu,
"
-function switch: special function/weighing,
"
HR
-temporary high resolution indication,
wskaźnik
0
-zero indicator (unloaded scale),
"
-result stabilization indicator,
"
NET
-net weight (after using Tkey),
"
W1
-first range on in two-range scale,
"
W2
-second range on in two-range scale,
"
HOLD
-indication „locked” (concerns LOC and UP functions),
"
FUNC
-special function turned on,
"
PCS
-pieces counting,
"
g, kg, lb, unit
-weight unit (g-gram, kg-kilogram, lb-pound, unit –other),
"
MIN
-weighing result under threshold I (thr function),
"
OK
-weighing result between threshold I and II,
"
MAX
-weighing result above threshold II,
During inscribing numerical values needed during using special functions keys have special functions.
scale
keys
weight
result
metrological
data
zero
indicator
stabilization
indicator
net weight
indicator
Max= d=

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13. Start-up
Leave the pan empty, plug a scale to the mains with
a ground contact The scale proceeds with following
start-up actions:
Display test.
Meter type displaying
Program version
The scale is now ready to work.
Attention:
Displaying program version means positive result of all tests.
0
0
kg
kg

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14. Weighing with tare
If the scale is not loaded and
0
indicator
doesn’t indicate, press
0
key.
Zero indication and
0
indicator mean that
the scale is ready to work.
After putting container (package) tare the scale
using
T
key. NET indicator will show up.
Put on weighted object and readout net weight
(NET indicator shows that scale indicates net
weight).
In order to readout gross weight press
key
(B/G indicator shows that scale indicates gross
weight). Press again
key in order to come
back to net indications.
00
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg
kg

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15. Scale menu
All scales except for basic metrological functions: weighing and taring, have many special functions and
configuration options.
In order to ease using functions user can create
his own (personalized) menu.
Creating personalized menu:
In „out of the box” scale after pressing MENU
key only SEtuP option (it contains all
configuration options) is available.
One of the configuration options is Menu that is
used to create personalized menu.
To add a function to personalized menu press
T
key when the function is indicating.
Chosen function is indicated with „o” sign on the
left side of display.
After adding all necessary functions press out in
order to come back to weighing mode. User now
after pressing MEnu key has access to selected
earlier functions and to SEtuP option.
dEFAULt option is used to set factory settings.
0
kg

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16. Menu navigation rules
Choosing menu options:
First position of scale menu shows up after
pressing Menu key. The position is displayed for
about 7 seconds and then the scale sequentially
displays next menu positions.
Choosing menu position (option) is done by
pressing
T
key when it is displayed on the
screen.
After choosing position (option) usually several
options show up:
on –turning on selected option,
OFF - turning off,
out –out to menu.
Accelerated working with menu:
Menu first position is displayed for about 7s.
During this time user can view next positions by
using
key (or
0
).
Immediate out to previous menu level is done by
using Menu key.
0
kg
0
kg
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