Sartorius Cubis MCE32202P User manual

1000047944
Operating Instructions
Original Operating Instructions
Cubis®
MCE Models
High-capacity Precision Balance

Operating Instructions Cubis®MCE 3
Contents
Contents
1 About these Instructions...........................5
1.1 Scope......................................... 5
1.2 Symbols Used................................. 5
1.2.1 Warnings in Operating Instructions .. 5
1.2.2 Other Symbols........................ 5
1.3 Target Groups .................................6
2 Safety Instructions .................................7
2.1 Intended Use ..................................7
2.1.1 Modifications to the Device ...........7
2.1.2 Repairs to the Device ..................7
2.2 Personnel Qualification........................8
2.3 Significance of these Instructions..............8
2.4 Functionality of the Device ....................8
2.5 Safety Information on the Device..............8
2.6 Electrical Equipment ..........................9
2.6.1 Damage to the Electrical
Equipment of the Device ..............9
2.6.2 Working on the Device’s
Electrical Equipment ..................9
2.6.3 AC Adapter and
Power Supply Cable ...................9
2.7 Conduct in an Emergency.....................9
2.8 Accessories, Consumables, and Spare Parts...9
2.9 Personal Protective Equipment.............. 10
2.10 Glass Breakage .............................. 10
3 Device Description.................................11
3.1 Device Overview..............................11
3.2 Weighing Pan
and Associated Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.3 Connections and Components
on the Weighing Module .....................12
3.4 Connections on the Control Unit.............13
3.5 Safety Equipment.............................13
3.5.1 Protective Caps.......................13
3.6 Conformity-assessed Devices ................14
3.7 Symbols on the Device .......................14
4 Operating Concept ...............................15
4.1 Operating Display in Weighing Mode ........15
4.2 Operating Display in the Menu ...............16
4.3 Buttons and Keys on the Operating Display ..16
4.4 Displays in the Operating Display.............18
4.5 Menu Structure...............................19
4.5.1 Overview of the
Device Settings Menu ................19
4.6 Navigating the Menus .......................24
5 Installation ........................................26
5.1 Scope of Delivery ............................26
5.2 Selecting an Installation Site.................26
5.3 Unpacking the Device ....................... 27
5.4 Removing the Control Unit .................. 27
5.5 Preparing Below-cell Weighing..............28
5.6 Positioning the Weighing Pan
and Associated Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.7 Acclimatization ..............................30
6 Getting Started ................................... 31
6.1 Connecting Electronic Components .........31
6.2 Installing the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.3 Connecting the Power Supply...............32
6.4 Attaching the Protective Caps...............32
7 System Settings...................................33
7.1 Performing System Settings .................33
7.2 Switching Off the isoCAL Function..........33
7.3 Parameter List ...............................34
7.3.1 Parameters in the
“Setup” Main Menu..................34
7.3.2 Parameters in the
“Device” Main Menu................. 37
7.3.3 Parameters in the
“Data Output” Main Menu............41
7.3.4 Parameters in the
“Applications” Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7.3.5 Parameters in the
“Input” Main Menu ..................45
7.3.6 Parameters in the
“Language” Main Menu .............46
7.3.7 Parameters in the
“Unit 1”, “Unit 2”, “Unit 3”,
and “Unit 4” Function Menus........46
8 Operation.........................................47
8.1 Switching the Device On and Off............47
8.2 Leveling the Device..........................47
8.2.1 Leveling the Device with the Level ..47
8.2.2 Leveling a Device with Manual
Feet with Inclination Sensor .........48
8.3 Preparing Weighings ........................49
8.4 Weighing ....................................49
8.5 Overview of Calibration, and Adjustment....50
8.6 Adjusting with the isoCAL Function .........50
8.7 Internally Calibrating and Adjusting
theDevice ....................................51
8.8 Externally Calibrating and Adjusting
theDevice (Not for Conformity-
assessed Models) ............................52
8.9 Printing Results..............................54

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8.10 Weighing and Printing with ID Marking......54
8.11 Running Applications (Examples) ...........55
8.11.1 Executing the
“Toggle Between Weight Units”
Function .............................55
8.11.2 Running the “Statistics”
Application ..........................56
9 Cleaning and Maintenance .......................58
9.1 Preparing the Device ........................58
9.2 Cleaning the Device .........................58
9.3 Assembling and Connecting the Device.....59
9.4 Maintenance Schedule ......................59
9.5 Performing a Software Update ..............59
10 Malfunctions......................................60
10.1 Status Messages .............................60
10.2 Warning Messages ..........................60
10.3 Troubleshooting .............................62
11 Decommissioning .................................64
11.1 Decommissioning the Device................64
12 Transport..........................................64
12.1 Transporting the Device .....................64
13 Storage and Shipping .............................65
13.1 Storage ......................................65
13.2 Returning Device and Parts..................65
14 Disposal...........................................66
14.1 Information on Decontamination............66
14.2 Dispose of Device and Parts .................66
14.2.1 Information on Disposal .............66
14.2.2 Disposal .............................66
15 Technical Data ....................................67
15.1 Dimensions and Weight ..................... 67
15.1.1 High-capacity Precision Balance ....67
15.2 Power Supply ................................ 67
15.2.1 Device ...............................67
15.2.2 Power Supply Unit ...................67
15.2.3 Safety of Electrical Equipment ......68
15.2.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility ......68
15.3 Ambient Conditions .........................68
15.3.1 Installation Site ......................68
15.3.2 Ambient Temperature
for the isoCAL Function .............69
15.3.3 Protection Class .....................69
15.4 Materials.....................................69
15.5 Integrated Clock.............................69
15.6 Backup Battery ..............................69
15.7 Metrological Data............................70
15.7.1 Models MCE32202P |
MCE70201S | MCE50201S |
MCE36201S .........................70
15.7.2 Models MCE36201P |
MCE20201S | MCE11201S |
MCE70200S | MCE36200S .........71
15.8 Recommended Calibration Weight.......... 72
15.9 isoCAL Function............................. 72
15.9.1 Models MCE32202P |
MCE70201S | MCE50201S |
MCE70200S ........................ 72
15.9.2 Models MCE36201S |
MCE36201P | MCE20201S |
MCE11201S | MCE36200S .......... 72
15.10 Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
15.10.1 Specifications
for the COM-RS232 Interface ....... 73
15.10.2 Specifications
for the USB-A Interface.............. 73
15.10.3 Specifications
for the USB-B Interface..............73
16 Accessories .......................................74
16.1 Accessories .................................. 74
16.1.1 Printers and Communication ........ 74
16.1.2 Displays and Input|
Output Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
16.1.3 Weighing Tables .....................75
16.1.4 Weighing Accessories ...............75
17 Sartorius Service ..................................76
18 Conformity Documents ...........................76

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About these Instructions
1 About these Instructions
1.1 Scope
These instructions are part of the device. These instructions apply to the
device in the following versions:
Device Model
High-capacity precision balance
with a rectangularweighing pan
MCE11201S-... | MCE20201S-... |
MCE36200S-... | MCE36201P-... |
MCE36201S-... | MCE50201S-... |
MCE70200S-... | MCE70201S-...
High-capacity precision balance
with a round weighing pan
MCE32202P-...
1.2 Symbols Used
1.2.1 Warnings in Operating Instructions
WARNING
Denotes a dangerwith the risk that death or severe injury may result if it is
not avoided.
CAUTION
Denotes a hazard that may result in moderate or minor injury if it is not
avoided.
NOTICE
Denotes a dangerwith the risk that property damage may result if it is not
avoided.
1.2.2 Other Symbols
t Required action: Describes actions which must be carried out.
y Result: Describes the result of the actions carried out.
[ ] Text inside brackets refers to control and display items.
[ ] Text inside brackets indicates status, warning, and error
messages.
Indicates information for legal metrology for conformity-
assessed (verified) devices. Conformity-assessed devices are
also referred to as “verified” in these instructions.
Figures on the Operating Display
The figures on the operating display of the device may deviate from those in
these instructions.

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About these Instructions
1.3 Target Groups
These instructions are addressed to the following target groups.
The target groups must possess the specified knowledge.
Target group Knowledge and responsibilities
User The user is familiar with the operation of the device and
the associated work processes.They understand the
hazards which may arise when working with the device
and know how to prevent them.
They have been trained in the operation of the device.
The training is carried out by the operating
engineer|laboratory manager or the operator of the
device.
Operator The operator of the device is responsible for compliance
with safety requirements and workplace safety
regulations.
The operator must ensure that all persons who work with
the device have access to the relevant information and
are trained in working with the device.

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Safety Instructions
2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The device is a high-resolution balance, which can be used in laboratories.
The device was developed for the accurate determination of the mass of
materials in liquid, paste, powder, or solid form.
Appropriate containers must be used for loading each type of material. The
device can be used in stand-alone operation or can be operated on a PC.
The device is exclusively designed for use according to these instructions.
Any further use beyond this is considered improper.
If the device is not used properly:The protective systems of the device may
be impaired. This can lead to unforeseeable personal injury or property
damage.
Operating Conditions for the Device
Do not use the device in potentially explosive environments. The device
may only be used indoors.
The device may only be used with the equipment and under the operating
conditions described in the Technical Data section of these instructions.
2.1.1 Modifications to the Device
If the device is modified, for example by attaching extra components, device
safety may be affected, or the device may cease to be compliant.
If you have any queries regarding modifications to the device, contact
Sartorius.
2.1.2 Repairs to the Device
Device repairs may only be carried out by persons with appropriate special-
ized knowledge of the device. If the device is not repaired by a specialist,
the safety of the device may be impaired or the quality marks may lose their
validity.
We recommend that any repair work, even that not covered by the warranty,
is carried out by Sartorius Service or after consulting with Sartorius Service.

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Safety Instructions
2.2 Personnel Qualification
If people who do not have sufficient knowledge on the safe handling of the
device carry out work on the device, those people may injure themselves or
other people nearby.
t Ensure that all individuals working on the device possess the necessary
knowl edge and qualifications (see Chapter “1.3 Target Groups”,
page 6).
t If a particular qualification is required for the actions described:
Havethese activities carried out by the required target group.
t If no qualification is required for the actions described: Have these
activities carried out by the “user” target group.
2.3 Significance of these Instructions
Failure to follow the instructions in this manual can have serious
consequences, e.g., exposure of individuals to electrical, mechanical, or
chemical hazards.
t Before working with the device: Read the instructions carefully and
completely.
t If these instructions are lost: Request a replacement or download the
latest version from the Sartorius website (www.sartorius.com).
t Ensure that the information contained in these instructions is available
to all individuals working on the device.
2.4 Functionality of the Device
A damaged device or worn parts may lead to malfunctions or cause hazards
which are difficult to recognize.
t Only operate the device when it is safe and in perfect working order.
t Have any malfunctions or damage repaired immediately by Sartorius
Service.
2.5 Safety Information on the Device
Symbols, e.g. warnings and safety stickers, are safety information for the
handling of the device. Missing safety information may lead to serious
injuries.
t Do not conceal, remove, or modify the symbols.
t Replace the symbols if they become illegible.

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Safety Instructions
2.6 Electrical Equipment
2.6.1 Damage to the Electrical Equipment of the Device
Damage to the electrical equipment of the device, e.g. damage to the
insulation, can be life-threatening. Contact with parts under voltage
represents a direct danger to life.
t If the device’s electrical equipment is defective, disconnect the device
from the power supply and contact Sartorius Service.
t Keep live parts away from moisture. Moisture can cause short circuits.
2.6.2 Working on the Device’s Electrical Equipment
Only Sartorius Service personnel maywork on or modify the electrical
equipment of the device.The device may only be opened by
Sartorius Service personnel.
2.6.3 AC Adapter and Power Supply Cable
Serious injury can result, e.g. from electric shocks, if an unsuitable and
inadequately dimensioned power supply cable or unsuitable power supply is
used.
t Only use the original power supply cable and power supply.
t If the power supply or power supply cable must be replaced: Contact
Sartorius Service. Do not repair or modify the power supply or power
supply cable.
2.7 Conduct in an Emergency
If there is immediate danger of personal injury or if there is a risk of damage
to the device, e.g., due to malfunctions or dangerous situations, the device
must be immediately taken out of operation.
t Disconnect the device from the power supply cable by disconnecting
the power supply cable.
t Malfunctions should be remedied by Sartorius Service.
2.8 Accessories, Consumables, and Spare Parts
The use of unsuitable accessories, consumables, and spare parts can affect
the functionality and safety of the device and have the following
consequences:
−Risk of injury to persons
−Damage to the device
−Malfunction of the device
−Device failure
t Only use approved accessories, and spare parts supplied by Sartorius.
t Only use accessories, consumables, and spare parts that are in proper
working order.

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Safety Instructions
2.9 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment protects against risks arising from the
materials being processed. Missing or unsuitable personal protective
equipment can result in injuries.
t If the workplace or process in which the device is being used requires
personal protective equipment: Wear personal protective equipment.
2.10 Glass Breakage
Glass components can break if they fall or are handled incorrectly. Glass
fragments can cause cuts.
t Only lift the device by its base, not by the draft shield.
t When lifting and transporting, ensure that no personnel or objects are in
the way.
t Only operate the operating displaywith your fingers. Do not use pointed
or sharp objects.

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Device Description
3 Device Description
3.1 Device Overview
3
2
1
4
6
5
Fig.1: High-capacity Precision balance with a Rectangular Weighing Pan (example)
Pos. Name Description
1 Manufacturer’s ID label Not depicted
2 Leveling foot Not adjustable, is screwed in for leveling.
3 Weighing module
4 Leveling foot Manually adjustable
5 Control unit
6 Operating display Touchscreen

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Device Description
3.2 Weighing Pan and Associated Components
Fig.2: High-capacity precision balance with a rectangular and round weighing pan (example)
Pos. Name Description
1 Weighing pan Rectangular or round
2 Shield frame
3 Pan support
4 Pan retainer
3.3 Connections and Components on the Weighing Module
8
9
7
1 2 3 4 5
6
Fig.3: Connections for weighing module
Pos. Name Description
1 Power supply For connection to the power supply
2 Peripheral connection For connecting Sartorius accessories
3 COM-RS232 connection 9-pin, for connection to a PC or PLC
4 Access switch −Protects the device from changes to the device settings.
−Is sealed for conformity-assessed devices.
5 Level
6 Slot For attaching a “Kensington” anti-theft device
7 On key
1
2
3
4

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Device Description
Pos. Name Description
8 USB-B connection For connection to a PC
9 USB-A connection For printers and for software updates via a USB mass
storage device
3.4 Connections on the Control Unit
1
Fig.4: Connections on the Control Unit
Pos. Name Description
1 USB connection Concealed, no function, for Sartorius Service only
3.5 Safety Equipment
3.5.1 Protective Caps
234
1
5
Fig.5: Connections on the weighing module
Pos. Name Description
1 Protective cap for USB-B connection Plastic attachment hood, fastened to the device.
2 Protective cap for peripheral connection Removable plastic sealing cap.
3Protective cap for COM-RS232 connection Removable plastic sealing cap.
4 Protective cap for access switch Removable plastic sealing cap.
5 Protective cap for USB-A connection Plastic attachment hood, fastened to the device.

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Device Description
3.6 Conformity-assessed Devices
Some settings of conformity-assessed models are protected against user
changes, e.g. external calibration for devices in accuracy class II. This
measure is intended to ensure the suitability of the devices for use in legal
metrology.
3.7 Symbols on the Device
1
Fig.6: ID label on the device
Pos. Name Description
1 Manufacturer’s ID
label
Displays the metrological data of the
device.

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Operating Concept
4 Operating Concept
4.1 Operating Display in Weighing Mode
21
3
5
4
6
Fig.1: Operating display in weighing mode (example)
Pos. Name Description
1 Symbols for the selected application
2Weight value display In the selected basic unit.
3 Metrological data
4 Weight units Shows the selected basic unit, e.g. grams, [g].
5 Visual touch-feedback Visual note on an active button or key.
6 Operating and display area

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Operating Concept
4.2 Operating Display in the Menu
1 2 3 4
5
7
6
Fig.2: Operating display in the menu (example)
Pos. Name Description
1 Position in the 1st menu level Shows the position of the displayed menu or configuration value in
upto 4 menu levels.
2 Position in the 2nd menu level
3 Position in the 3rd menu level
4 Position in the 4th menu level
5[Computed values] display Note on the set menu item
6 Operating area
7 Name of the menu or setting
4.3 Buttons and Keys on the Operating Display
Symbol Name Description
[Menu] button When the button is pressed: The settings menu opens.
If the button is held down: It switches to version display.
[isoCAL] button Starts the pre-set calibration or adjustment function. When button
isflashing: Starts the isoCAL function.
[Adjust] button Starts the set calibration and adjustment function.
[Ionizer] button Starts an ionization process.

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Operating Concept
Symbol Name Description
[Leveling] button Starts a leveling process.
[GLP] button −Exits the GLP printout and starts printing the GLP footer.
−If the “Net-total”, “Totalizing”, or “Statistics” application is active:
Prints and deletes the saved values and exits the application.
[Toggle between weight
units] button
If the “Toggle between weight units” function is active:
−If the button is held down: Accesses the “Toggle between weight
units” function menu.
−When the button is pressed: Switches between the basic unit
display and up to 4 other units.
[Invalid weight value] button If a fault exists in the weighing module: Indicates the cause of this
fault.
[Back] button −In the menu:
−When the button is pressed: Returns to the previous display.
−If the button is held down: Saves the menu settings.
−When entering digits: Selects the previous digit position.
−For an active application: Exits the application and deletes the set
reference value.
[Up] button −In the menu: Scrolls through the menu levels or the available
configuration values.
−When entering digits: Increases the displayed value.
[Down] button −In the menu: Scrolls through the menu levels or the available
configuration values.
−When entering digits: Decreases the displayed value.
−In the main display of an active application: Accesses the display
to set the reference values.
[Confirm] button −In the menu: Accesses the displayed menu level or confirms the
displayed configuration value.
−When entering digits: Selects the next digit position.
−In the main display of an active application: Starts the application
process and saves the set reference value.
[On|Off] key If the key is briefly pressed: Switches the operating display on.
If the key is held down: Switches the operating display off.
[Zero] key Zeros the device.
[Tare] key Starts taring.
[Print] key Exports the readouts to the integrated data interfaces.
[Change] key −For models without a motorized draft shield, if the “Toggle
between weight units” function is active:
−If the key is briefly pressed: Switches between the set weight
units.
−If the key is held down: Accesses the “Toggle between weight
units” function menu.

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Operating Concept
4.4 Displays in the Operating Display
Symbol Name Description
[Leveling] display −Indicates that the device is leveled.
−If the center circle is flashing: Indicates that the device is not
leveled.
[Leveling] display Flashes while the device is leveling.
[Counting] display Indicates that the “Counting” application is selected.
[Weighing in percent]
display
Indicates that the “Weighing in percent” application is selected.
[Calculation] display Indicates that the “Calculation” application is selected.
[Animal weighing] display Indicates that the “Animal weighing” application is selected.
[Net-total] display Indicates that the “Net-total” application is selected.
[Totalizing] display Indicates that the “Totalizing” application is selected.
[Density determination]
display
Indicates that the “Density determination” application is selected.
[Statistics] display Indicates that the “Statistics” application is selected.
[Busy] display Indicates that the device is processing a command.
[Sign] display Indicates whether the value being displayed is positive or negative.
[Zero] display For some conformity-assessed devices: Indicates that the device has
been zeroed.
[AUTO] display Indicates that the “Animal weighing” application starts automatically.
[Data output] display Indicates that the data output is active.
[Percent] display Indicates that a percentage value is being displayed.
[Net] display Indicates that a net value is being displayed.
[Computed value] display −In the menu: Identifies the selected configuration value.
−If the “Calculation” or “Density determination” application is
active: Indicates that a calculated value is being displayed.
[Unit symbol] display Indicates the set weight unit, e.g. [g] for “grams”.

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Operating Concept
Symbol Name Description
[Quantity] Indicates that a quantity is being displayed.
[Invalid weight value] display −Indicates that the display does not contain a weight value, rather it
is the calculated result of an application, e.g. for the “Totalizing”
application.
−For conformity-assessed devices: Indicates a fault. The cause of
this fault is displayed after pressing the [Change] key.
[Directional arrows] display If leveling with the inclination sensor is active: Displays the direction
of rotation of the leveling foot.
4.5 Menu Structure
4.5.1 Overview of the Device Settings Menu
t Navigating in Menus (see Chapter 4.6, page 24).
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description
SETUP BALANCE AMBIENT
“Ambient
conditions”
Enter the ambient conditions at the device’s
installation site.
APP FILT.
“Application filter”
−Equalize the load deviations in the display.
−The load deviations occur between the com-
plete placement of the sample on the weighing
pan and reaching the final result display.
STABIL.
“Stability range”
−Define the accuracy of the stability range.
−If the weight unit symbol appears, the weight
readout is stable within the range indicated by
the stability range
ST.DEL.
“Stability delay”
−Define the duration of the stability delay.
−The stability delay is used to bridge residual
fluctuations in the vibration of the device in
order to display reliable results.
ZERO/TAR.
“Zeroing and taring”
Define the trigger for zeroing and taring.
AUTOZER.
“Auto zero”
−Activate|deactivate automatic control of the
zero display.
−The deviations of a set fraction of scale intervals
per second starting from the display zero point
are automatically zeroed.
UNIT −Define the weight unit, e.g. grams, kilograms,
pounds.
−Depending on the country-specific model ver-
sion, not all weight units listed may be available.
−Some weight units may be blocked from use in
conformity-assessed devices, depending on
national verification laws.

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Operating Concept
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Description
SETUP BALANCE DISP.DIG. −Define whether all decimal places are displayed.
− Alower display accuracy enables a faster display.
−The setting option is not available on conformity-
assessed devices.
CAL./ADJ.
“Adjust”
Define the function of the [Adjust] button.
CAL.SEQ.
“Calibration
sequence”
Define the sequence of the “Calibrate and adjust”
function.
ON Z/T
Tare/zero at power
on
Activate|deactivate automatic taring when starting
the device.
ISOCAL Configure the isoCAL function.
CAL.UNIT
“Calibration weight
unit”
Define the weight unit for the calibration weight.
GEN.SERV.
“General services”
MEN.RESET
“Menu reset”
Reset the menu to factory settings.
DEVICE RS-232
“COM-RS232,
9-pin”
DAT.REC. Set the communication protocol for the connected
device.
BAUD Set the baud rate for the connected device.
PARITY Set the parity for the connected device.
HANDSHK. Set the handshake between the balance and the
device.
DATABIT Set the number of data bits.
PC-USB
“USB-B
(Device/Slave)”
DAT.REC. Set the communication protocol for the connected
PC.
BAUD Set the baud rate for the connected PC.
PARITY Set the parity for the connected PC.
HANDSHK. Set the handshake between the device and the
connected PC.
DATABIT Set the number of data bits.
USB
“USB-A (Host/
Master)”
DEV.USED
“Device in use”
Display the device connected via USB-A.
LEVELING
“Leveling”
LEVEL Define the settings for the integrated inclination
sensor.
START Define the trigger for automatic leveling.