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IEC1010-1 & EN60950:1992 Safety Regulations
IEC1010-1 & EN60950:1992 Sicherheitsbestimmungen
IEC1010-1 & EN60950:1992 Consignes de sécurité
IEC1010-1 & EN60950:1992 Disposiciones sobre seguridad
IEC1010-1 & EN60950:1992 Prescrizioni . di sicurezza
EN55022:1987 Emissions
EN50082-1:1992 Immunity
NOTE: The displayed value may be adversely affected under
extreme electromagnetic influences, eg. when using a radio unit in the
immediate vicinity of the device. Once the interference has been
rectified, the product can once again be used for its intended purpose.
EN55022:1987 Funkstörungen
EN50082-1:1992 Immunität
Hinweis: Unter extremen elektromagnetischen Einflüssen z.B. bei
Betreiben eines Funkgerätes in unmittelbarer Nähe des Gerätes kann
eine Beeinflussung des Anzeigewertes verusacht werden. Nach Ende
des Störeinflusses ist das Produkt wieder bestimmungsgemäss
benutzbar.
EN55022:Emissions parasites
EN50082-1:1992 Immunité
Remarque: Dans des conditions d'influences électromagnètiques
extrêmes, par exemple en cas d'exploitation d'un appareil radio à
proximité immédiate de l'appareil la valeur d'affichage risque d'être
influencée. Une fois que l'influence parasite est terminée, le produit
peut être de nouveau utilisé de manière conforme aux prescriptions.
EN55022:1987 Radiointerferencias
EN50082-1:1992 Inmunidad
Nota: Bajo influencias electromagnèticas extremas, p.ej. cuando
funciona una radio en las inmediaciones del aparato, se pueden
alterar los valores del display. Cuando concluye el efecto perturbador,
el producto puede ser utilizado de nuevo, de acuerdo con lo
estipulado.
EN55022:1987 Radiointerferenze
EN50082-1:1992 Immunità
Nota: ll valore visualizzato può essere influenzato negativamente dalla
presenza di forti interferenze elettromagnetiche, per esempio quando
viene usata una radio in prossimità della bilancia. Eliminata la fonte
dell'interferenza, il prodotto può essere nuovamente utilizzato per le
funzioni cui è preposto.
EU 73/23 Low Voltage
EU 73/23 Niederspannung
EU 73/23 Basse tension
EU 73/23 Baja tensión
EU 73/23 Bassa tensione
EU 89/336, 92/31, 93/68
Electromagnetic compatibility
EU 89/336, 92/31, 93/68
Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
EU 89/336, 92/31, 93/68
Compatibilité électromagnétique
EU 89/336, 92/31, 93/68
Compatibilidad electromagnética
EU 89/336, 92/31, 93/68
Compatibilità elettromagnetica
James Ohaus
President
Ohaus Corporation, 29 Hanover Road, Florham Park, New Jersey, 07932, USA
Declaration of Conformity We, Ohaus Corporation, declare under our sole responsibility that the balance models listed below marked with
“CE” - are in conformity with the directives and standards mentioned.
Konformitätserkärung Wir, die Ohaus Corporation, erklären in alleiniger Verantwortung, dass die untenstehenden Waagentypen,
gekennzeichnet mit “CE” - mit den genannten Richtlinien und Normen übereinstimmen.
Déclaration de conformité Nous, Ohaus Corporation, déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité, que les types de balance ci-dessous cité -
munis de la mention «CE» - sont conformes aux directives et aux normes mentionnées ci-après.
Declaración de Conformidad Nosotros, Ohaus Corporation, declaramos bajo responsabilidad exclusiva que los modelos de balanzas
indicados a continuación - con el distintivo ,CE’ - están conformes con las directivas y normas citadas.
Dichiarazione di conformità Noi, Ohaus Corporation, U.S.A, dichiariamo sotto nostra unica responsabilità, che i tipi di bilance specificati di
seguito - contrassegnati con la marcatura “CE” - sono conformi alle direttive e norme citate.
Balance Type/Waagentyp/Type de balance/Modelo de balanza/Tipo di biliancia Navigator
Marked with:
Directive
Standard
Gekennzeichnet mit:
Richtlinie
Norm
Munis de la mention:
Directive
Norme
Con el distintivo:
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Norma
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Direttiva
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Marcatura:
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BVQI, and was awarded the ISO 9001 certificate. This certifies that Ohaus Corporation, USA, has a quality system that conforms with the international standards for
quality management and quality assurance (ISO 9000 series). Repeat audits are carried out by BVQI at intervals to check that the quality system is operated in the proper
manner.
ISO 9001-Zertifikat für Ohaus Corporation. Die Firma Ohaus Corporation, USA, wurde 1994 durch das Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI geprüft,
und erhielt das ISO 9001 Zertifikat. Dieses bescheinigt, dass Ohaus Corporation, USA über ein Qualitätssystem verfügt, welches den internationalen Normen für
Qualitätsmanagement und Qualitätssicherung (ISO 9000er-Reihe) entspricht. Anlässlich von Wiederhol-Audits durch das BVQI wird periodisch überprüft, ob das
Qualitätssystem zweckmässig gehandhabt wird.
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et a obtenu le certificat, degré ISO 9001. Celui-ci atteste que Ohaus Corporation, USA, dispose d’un système qualité correspondant aux normes internationales pour
la gestion de la qualité et pour I’assurance qualité (degré ISO 9000). Des audits réguliers effectués par la BVQI vérifient si le système qualité est appliqué de facon
appropriée.
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(BVQI) y ha obtenido el certificado ISO 9001. Esto acredita que Ohaus Corporation, USA, dispone de un sistema de calidad que cumple las normas internacionales para
gestión y garantfa de calidad (ISO serie 9000). Con ocasión de las inspecciones de repetibilidad por parte de la BVQI, se comprueba periódicamente si el sistema de
calidad se manipula de forma correcta.
Certificato ISO 9001 per la Ohaus Corporation. ll sistema di garanzia della qualità della Società Ohaus Corporation, USA è certificato ISO 9001 sin dal
1994 dall Bureau Veritas Quality International BVQI, e così fomice la dimostrazione che il suo sistema die Garanzia Qualità soddisfa i massimi requisite. ll sistema della
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NOTE: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS B
DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE
WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS OPERATED IN A COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES,
USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS.
OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA IS LIKELY TO CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE
IN WHICH CASE THE USER WILL BE REQUIRED TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE AT HIS OWN EXPENSE.
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM
DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED
“DIGITAL APPARATUS”, ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX
APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE B PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR :
“APPAREILS NUMERIQUES”, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment are not permitted.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS ........................................................................................................................ 6
OVERVIEW OF DISPLAY INDICATORS ...................................................................................................... 7
1.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BALANCE .............................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.
INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Unpacking and Checking the Standard Equipment ............................................................................................. 8
2.2 Selecting the Location ........................................................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Installing Wind Shield.......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Installing Subplatform and Pan ........................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Connecting Power and Communications ........................................................................................................... 10
2.6 Leveling the Balance ........................................................................................................................................ 10
3.
OPERATING YOUR BALANCE ......................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 The Menu (Basic Settings of the Instrument) ................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Turning On the Balance ..................................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Calibration
..................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.3.1 Internal Calibration (InCalTM) ................................................................................................................... 14
3.3.2 Calibration message ............................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.3 Calibration Adjust ................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3.4 Span Calibration ..................................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.5 User Calibration ...................................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.6 Linearity Calibration ................................................................................................................................ 19
3.3.7 Calibration Test ....................................................................................................................................... 20
3.3.8 Calibration GLP Printout ......................................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Weighing
..................................................................................................................................................... 22
3.5 Percent Weighing .............................................................................................................................................. 23
3.6 Parts Counting .................................................................................................................................................. 24
3.7 Animal Weighing ............................................................................................................................................... 25
3.8 Checkweighing.................................................................................................................................................. 26
3.9 Printing Data ..................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.
SETTING UP YOUR BALANCE ........................................................................................................................ 28
4.1 Setting Date and Time ...................................................................................................................................... 28
4.2 Readout
..................................................................................................................................................... 29
TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.)
4.3 Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Data............................................................................................................. 30
4.4 Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Set .............................................................................................................. 30
4.5 Print
..................................................................................................................................................... 31
4.6 RS232
..................................................................................................................................................... 33
4.7 Mode
..................................................................................................................................................... 34
4.8 Units
..................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.9 Global
..................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.10
Custom Unit ............................................................................................................................................... 37
4.11
Auto Shut-Off ............................................................................................................................................. 39
4.12
Menu Lock-Out Protection .......................................................................................................................... 40
4.13
Weigh Below............................................................................................................................................... 40
5.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................ 41
5.1 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................. 41
5.2 RS232 Interface................................................................................................................................................ 42
5.3 Error Codes List................................................................................................................................................ 45
5.4 Information Messages ...................................................................................................................................... 45
5.5 Service Information........................................................................................................................................... 46
5.6 Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................................................... 46
5.7 Accessories41
5.8 Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 47
OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS
1
3
4
2
5
6
8
9
10
7
No. Designation
Function
1
I On/Off button
Power on/off button.
2
Mode button
Selects standard weighing, percent, parts counting, animal weighing and checkweighing
modes.
3
Units button
Selects weighing units.
4
Setup button
Selects various menus: calibration, date, time, readout, GLP data, GLP set, print,
RS232, mode, units, global, custom and auto shut-off.
5
->O/T<- button
When pressed, performs tare or rezero function.
6
button
When pressed, travels up through menus.
7
button
When pressed, travels to the left through menus.
8
button
When pressed, travels to the right through menus.
9
button
When pressed, travels down through menus.
10
Enter/Print button
When in menus, selects item on display, otherwise prints data.
11
Leveling indicator
Indicates leveling position of the balance.
1
11
OVERVIEW OF DISPLAY INDICATORS
No. Function
1
2
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
13
4
14
No. Function
1
Use (Pointer Group) key to change - used to
prompt the user while navigating through the menu
system.
2
Standard (7) segment numeric characters. Six
characters are available and are used for display-
ing weight values.
3
Center of Zero - Not used
4
Stable - Indicates that the measured value has
become stable.
5
Change - Is displayed together with Mode, Units
or Setup signifying that a change to balance
settings is being performed.
6
Mode - Is displayed when the Mode button is
pressed. Allows the user to know what area of
the balance menu is being addressed.
(14) segment alpha numeric characters. Six
characters are used to present features and
functions.
Units - Is displayed when the Units button is
pressed. Allows the user to know what area of the
balance menu is being addressed.
B/G & NET - Not used
10
Setup - Is displayed when the Setup button is
pressed. Allows the user to know what area of the
balance menu is being addressed.
7
8
9
11
Custom - The user can input a factor to meet
unique unit measuring applications.
12
Symbols for weighing units and modes, include:
mg
- Milligrams
g
- Grams
kg
- Kilograms
dwt
- Pennyweight
ct
- Carats
oz
- Ounces
oz t - Ounces troy
GN
- Grain
t
- Taels. Taels are available in three types;
Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan
m
- Mommes
lb
- Pounds
N
- Newton
ti
- Tical
%
- Percent weighing
PC
- Parts counting
tola - tola (appears on 14 segment display)
13
- Not used
14
press Enter - Used as a prompt to the user to
press the Enter button. The menu item displayed
is accepted/selected.
18
10
11
Pan 3" Diameter
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Pan Support, round 3"
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Pan 4.75 Diameter
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Pan Support, round 4.75"
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Pan 6"x5.5"
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Pan Support, rectangular
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AC Power Adapter
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Scoop
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Windshield
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30g Calibration mass
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Glass Draft shield
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Draft shield cover
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Instruction Manual
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Warranty Card
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1. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BALANCE
Please read through this section carefully, as it contains important information for safe and economical operation of
your NavigatorTM balance.
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for deciding to purchase a NavigatorTM balance from Ohaus. This versatile, portable balance offers a high
level of operating convenience and useful functions to make accurate measurements usually obtained from higher
priced laboratory instruments. A custom LCD panel has a large 6 digit, 7 segment display which indicates the weight
value of an item being measured and a 6 character 14 segment display which spells out items selected in the menus.
In addition, the display contains text which indicates the active operating mode of the balance. Arrow indicators in
the display prompt the user as to what panel keys are to be pressed to initiate a change. Built-in RS232 communica-
tion is standard on all models and allows communication with printers or computers.
Panel controls are clearly marked as to their function with large zero/tare buttons on either side of the front panel.
Operation and setup of the balance is straightforward and easy. Setup is simple with 4 cursor keys, straightforward
menus, and prompts that easily guide you through the process.
NavigatorTM is designed with contours for easy cleaning and has a sealed front panel and spill gutter to direct liquids
off the balance. For leveling purposes, all models are equipped with adjustable feet and a level indicator.
Behind your instrument stands OHAUS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of precision weighing equipment. An
Aftermarket Department with trained instrument technicians is dedicated to provide you with the fastest service
possible in the event your instrument requires servicing. OHAUS Corporation also has a Customer Service Depart-
ment to answer any inquiries regarding applications and accessories.
To ensure you make full use of the possibilities offered by your NavigatorTM balance, we advise you to read through
these operating instructions very carefully.
Equipment
Capacities
32g
210 410g
810g
2100g
4100g 8100g
2. INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking and Checking the Standard Equipment
Open the package and remove the instrument and the accessories. Check the completeness of the delivery. The
following accessories are part of the standard equipment of your new NavigatorTM balance.
• Remove packing material from the instrument.
• Check the instrument for transport damage. Immediately inform your Ohaus dealer if you have complaints or
parts are missing.
• Store all parts of the packaging. This packaging guarantees the best possible protection for the transport of your
instrument.
DO NOT install the balance:
• Next to open windows or doors causing drafts or
rapid temperature changes.
• Near air conditioning or heat vents.
• Near vibrating, rotating or reciprocating equipment.
• Near magnetic fields or equipment that generates
magnetic fields.
• On an unlevel work surface.
• Allow sufficient space around the instrument for
ease of operation and keep away from radiating heat
sources.
2.2 Selecting the Location
The balance should always be used in an environment which is free from excessive air currents, corrosives, vibration,
and temperature or humidity extremes. These factors will affect displayed weight readings.
Wind Shield
On 810g to 8100g balances, a wind shield is provided to
reduce the possibility of air currents from disturbing the
pan. When the wind shield is in place, air currents are
deflected up over the pan. Place the wind shield on top
of the balance making sure the small alignment tab is
located properly on the balance.
2.3 Installing Wind Shield
2.4 Installing Subplatform and Pan
All balances are supplied with a subplatform and pan.
The subplatform fits through the hole on top of the
balance and rests on a cone assembly which is part of
the measuring load cell.
The bottom of the subplatform contains a slotted keyway
for installation purposes. Place the subplatform in place
aligning the slot with the pin on the cone assembly.
Install the pan on the subplatform. The illustration shows
the rectangular pan.
Pan
Subplatform
Windshield
2.5 Connecting Power and
Communications
AC Power Operation
Connect the cord from the AC Adapter supplied to the
connector located at the rear of the balance. Connect the
AC Adapter to an appropriate power source.
Battery Operation
The balance can be operated using 8 AA alkaline batter-
ies (not included). The battery compartment is located on
the bottom of the balance. To install batteries, proceed as
follows:
• Remove the pan, subplatform, and wind shield.
• Turn the balance over. Do not rest the balance on
the cone.
• Press the tab on the battery cover inward and lift the
cover off.
• Remove the battery holder.
• Install the 8 AA alkaline batteries in the battery holder,
orienting the plus (+) and minus (-) ends as indicated
on the holder.
• Replace the battery holder in the compartment. Make
sure the snap connector is connected.
• Replace the battery cover.
• Turn the balance over and replace the wind shield,
subplatform and pan.
Communication Connections
When an optional printer or computer is going to be used
with the balance, connect an Ohaus RS232 Interface
Cable to the connector at the rear of the balance and the
external device. Refer to paragraph 5.7 Accessories for
cable information and part numbers.
NOTE: A standard RS232 cable cannot be used as the
pin connections are different.
The balance is now ready for operation.
Security Bracket
A security bracket (molded in base) is provided at the
rear of the balance which allows the balance to be
secured by the optional cable and lock accessory.
Rear of Balance
AC Adapter Connection
RS232 Connector
Security Bracket
Bottom View of Balance
2.6 Leveling the Balance
Exact horizontal positioning and stable installation are
prerequisites for repeatable results. To compensate small
irregularities or inclinations at the location, the instrument
can be leveled.
For exact horizontal positioning, the balance is equipped
with a level indicator located at rear.
Position the balance in the intended
operating location. Adjust the leveling
feet until the air bubble in the indicator
is centered.
NOTE: The instrument should be leveled each time its
location is changed.
ON/OFF (Battery mode only)
Baud
300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
Parity
None, -E-, -Odd-, -0-, -1-
Data
7,8
Stop
1, 2
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
MODE
Weigh
ON/OFF
Percent
ON/OFF
Count
ON/OFF
Animal
ON/OFF
Checkweigh
ON/OFF
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
PRINT
Auto Print
OFF, Cont, Inter, On Stb
Interval
Enter 1 seconds
Stable
ON/OFF
Numeric
ON/OFF
GLP Con
ON/OFF
GLP Tar
ON/OFF
Reference
ON/OFF
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
START
DATE
Type m/d/y, dMy, yMd, Myd,ydM,
or dyM
Set
Exit
TIME
Type 12 Hour/24 Hour
Set Time
Adjust Enter xx seconds
Exit
GLP DATA
User Number
Enter 6 digits
Project Number
Enter 6 digits
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
GLP SET
Time
ON/OFF
Balance ID
ON/OFF
User Number
ON/OFF
Project Number
ON/OFF
Difference
ON/OFF
Name
ON/OFF
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
SETUP SUBMENUS
3 OPERATING YOUR BALANCE
3.1 The Menu (Basic Settings of the Instrument)
The balance has three basic menus; each is selected by front panel buttons marked Mode, Units and Setup.
Mode Button
The Mode button, when pressed, permits the selection of five weighing modes which are: weigh, percent, count, animal
weighing and checkweigh. These modes are controlled by an on or off selection made in the Setup menu under the
Mode menu.
Units Button
The Units button, when pressed, allows you to select or change units.
Setup Button
The Setup button, when pressed, allows entry into menus which allow you to set the balance for specific operating
parameters. Each of the menus contain settings which are user selectable. The tables below illustrates the various
menus and the functions which are selectable. The items shown on the menu, which are bolded, are the factory default
settings. If the Setup menu is not entered, the balance would function in the basic manner shown by the various
settings which are bolded. The setup menus shown below are arranged in the order as displayed in the balance.
UNITS
Units (grams only)
ON/OFF
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
GLOBAL
List
NO/YES
Reset
NO/YES
Version
Software No.
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
CUSTOM
Factor
Enter 6 digits
Exponent
3 , 2, 1, 0, -1, -2, -3
LSD
.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 100
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
READOUT
Stable
.5d, 1d, 2d, 5d
Auto 0
OFF, .5d, 1d, 3d
Filter
-0-, -1-, -2-, -3-
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
CAL (CALIBRATION)
InCalTM Calibration (No Lock)*
Span Calibration
User Calibration
Linearity Calibration
Calibration Test (No Lock)
Calibration Now ON/OFF
Calibration Adj ± 100 (0)
Lock ON/OFF
Exit
*(If option is installed)
AUTO SHUT OFF
Timer
0 - 60 minutes
Lock
ON/OFF
Exit
3.2 Turning On the Balance
The balance is ready to operate after the installation procedures are performed. When the balance is first turned on
and it completes its checks, it can be used to weigh or tare materials without setting the menus.
It is recommended that you read this manual carefully and set the balance to operate for your specific applications
using the procedures in Chapter 4 Setting up Your Balance and calibrate the balance before using.
In this section, you will enter the menu for the first time. Do not worry if you are unfamiliar with the function of the
buttons on the panel, the display provides the necessary coaching as you go along.
Power On/Off
To turn the balance ON, press the ON/OFF button (circled
button with an I inside) located at the upper left-hand
corner of the panel once. To turn OFF, press button
again.
NOTE: If the balance has been battery operated for a
long period of time, and the batteries are low, the balance
displays LOWBAT. Turn the balance OFF. Remove the
batteries and replace.
Stabilization
Before initially using the balance, allow time for it to
adjust to its new environment. Recommended warm up
period is 5 minutes.
Calibration
Refer to paragraph 3.3 and calibrate the balance before
proceeding.
3.3 Calibration
Navigator balances offer a choice of five calibration methods: Internal Calibration (InCALTM), Span Calibration, User
Calibration, Linearity Calibration, and CalTestTM.
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InCal TM
Internal calibration (InCALTM) of the balance is accomplished by an internal mass (If option
is installed). When CAL NOW is selected and set ON, CAL NOW is displayed when the
balance requires calibration. When CAL NOW is set OFF, the message CAL NOW is not
displayed.
•
Span -
Span calibration ensures that the balance reads correctly within specifications using two
weight values: zero and a weight value at 50% of full capacity and or 100% of the balance’s
full capacity.
•
User -
User calibration is a method where the balance can be calibrated using a mass of known
value and entering that numeric value into the balance.
•
Linearity -
Linearity calibration minimizes deviation between actual and displayed weights within the
balance’s weighing range. Three weight values are used: zero, a weight value at midpoint of
the balance's weighing range, and a weight value at or near the balance’s specified capacity.
•
Cal Test -
Calibration test allows the stored calibration data to be tested against the current mass being
used for the test.
•
Lock -
Can be set on or off. When set on, Span, User and Linearity calibration are locked out and
cannot be used.
LINEARITY SPAN ONLY
CAPACITY MASSES MASSES
32g 10g and 30g 30g
210g
100g and 200g 100g or 200g
410g 200g and 400g 200g or 400g
810g 400g and 800g 400g or 800g
2100g 1000g and 2000g 1000g or 2000g
4100g 2000g and 400g 2000g or 4000g
8100g 4000g and 8000g 4000g or 8000g
It is recommended that masses meet or exceed ASTM
Class 4 Tolerance. Models 410g and 4100g use Class
2. Calibration masses are available as accessories.
3.3 Calibration (Cont.)
Calibration Menu Protection
NOTES:
• Calibration may be locked out to prevent unauthorized
personnel from changing calibration. If calibration has been
locked out, you can only access Cal Test.
• To lock out calibration menu, after calibration, refer to the
section titled Menu Lock-Out Protection, paragraph 4.12.
Calibration Masses
Before beginning calibration, make sure masses are
available. If you begin calibration and realize calibration
masses are not available, exit the menu. The balance will
retain previously stored calibration data. Calibration should
be performed as necessary to ensure accurate weighing.
Masses required to perform the procedures are listed in
the adjacent table and are available as accessories.
NOTE:
Any of the calibration modes can be terminated at any
time by pressing either the Mode, Units or Setup buttons.
3.3.1 Internal Calibration (InCALTM)
On NavigatorTM balances equipped with the InCalTM feature, calibration can be accomplished using the internal calibra-
tion mass. InCalTM requires use of the AC adapter supplied with the balance. When the balance requires calibration, a
screen prompt of CAL NOW appears. This display can be turned off as described under Calibration Message. Also, a
software feature is incorporated which permits the internal calibration mass to be adjusted by +100 divisions. The
adjust feature is described under Calibration Adjust. Internal calibration can be performed at any time providing the
balance has warmed up to operating temperature.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP InCAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, INCAL is displayed.
Procedure
NOTE: If a weight is left on the pan, the balance will
display CLR PAN (remove the weight from the pan).
The balance automatically resumes calibration.
The internal mass is positioned several times during
calibration and then removed, then after a few seconds,
CAL SET is displayed indicating a successful calibra-
tion. The display returns to WEIGH mode.
IMPORTANT !
DO NOT DISTURB THE BALANCE DURING
CALIBRATION. IF THE MESSAGE UNSTBL
IS DISPLAYED, THE BALANCE WAS UNABLE
TO ACQUIRE STABLE DATA DURING INTER-
NAL CALIBRATION. THE BALANCE WILL
CONTINUE TO PERFORM INTERNAL CALI-
BRATION UNTIL READINGS STABILIZE. THE
BALANCE WILL THEN COMPLETE THE IN-
TERNAL CALIBRATION FUNCTION.
TO EXIT INTERNAL CALIBRATION MODE
BEFORE COMPLETION, PRESS ENTER OR
SETUP BUTTONS.
STABILITY CAN BE AFFECTED BY TEM-
PERATURE CHANGES, AIR CURRENTS, VI-
BRATION, ETC...
3.3.2 Calibration Message
On NavigatorTM balances equipped with the InCalTM feature, a screen prompt of CAL NOW appears when the balance
requires calibration. This display can be turned off if it is desired not to have the balance indicate that calibration is
required. Turning the display off has no effect on the basic balance operation.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press
button, CAL NOW is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL NOW ON or OFF is dis-
played.
• Press
or
button and select either ON or
OFF. When OFF is selected, the CAL NOW message
will not appear in the display.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is momentarily displayed,
then the display indicates CAL ADJ.
NOTE: At this point you may continue with the calibra-
tion adjust procedure on the next page or exit.
The calibration adjust procedure is only used when it is
desired to calibrate the internal calibration mass to a
known external mass if a difference exits between the
known mass and the InCalTM value.
• Press Enter button, LOCK is displayed.
• Press
or
button and select either ON or OFF.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is momentarily displayed,
then the display indicates EXIT.
• Press Enter button, display returns to WEIGH mode.
3.3.3 Calibration Adjust
Balances with InCalTM contain software which allows the
internal calibration value to be adjusted by + 100 divisions
at full scale capacity using an external mass which is
traceable to a certified standard.
Procedure
• Perform the internal calibration procedure.
• Press >O/T< button to zero the balance.
• Place a mass equal to the span calibration value of
the balance on the pan. Note the reading on the bal-
ance and see if the balance indicates the exact
weight or indicates a higher or lower reading. If the
reading is higher or lower, proceed.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press
button until , CAL ADJ is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL ADJ 0 should be dis-
played (0 is factory setting).
NOTE: Balance will retain last CAL ADJ setting.
• Press
or
button until desired number is
displayed.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is momentarily displayed,
then display indicates LOCK.
• Press Enter button, LOCK ON or LOCK OFF is
displayed.
• Press
or
button and select either LOCK ON
or LOCK OFF.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is momentarily displayed,
then EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button, display returns to WEIGH
mode. Note weight reading and remove mass from
pan.
• Perform the internal calibration procedure. The value
entered as an adjustment is now stored. Place the
calibration mass on the pan and check. Repeat pro-
cedure if further correction is required.
• To return to factory setting, follow procedure above
and set CAL ADJ to 0.
3.3.4 Span Calibration
Span calibration utilizes two calibration points, one at zero and a choice of either half capacity or full capacity. All
balances will prompt for a particular weight which is shown in the table. If the prompt calls for a half capacity mass,
you can use a full capacity mass, the balance will accept it. If the prompt calls for a full capacity mass, you can use
a half capacity mass. This versatility allows calibration at other than full capacity. Sample display below illustrates a
210g balance.
Procedure
• Clear the pan.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press Enter button to select SPAN calibration, CAL
TYP SPAN is displayed.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed.
NOTE: If a weight is left on the pan, the balance will
display CLR PAN (remove the weight from the pan).
The balance automatically resumes calibration.
• Place the calibration mass on pan.
NOTE: The PUT WEIGHT message indicates the
calibration mass that is on the pan.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed. After a
few seconds CAL SET is displayed, the display then
returns to WEIGH mode.
• Span calibration is completed.
• Remove calibration mass from the pan.
SPAN CALIBRATION MASSES
MODEL 32g 210g 410g
MASS 30g 100g, 200g 200g, 400g
MODEL 810g
2100g
4100g
8100g
MASS 400g, 800g 1kg, 2kg 2kg, 4kg 4kg, 8kg
• Display changes to PUT WT 200g. The displayed
weight is the value of the mass to be used. See the
following table for masses that may be used with the
different model balances. Values shown in bold are
displayed.
3.3.5 User Calibration
User calibration is used when it is desired to calibrate the balance using a mass of known value. User calibration limits
are no less than the 1/2 nominal capacity point and no more than the display over limit. For example, on a 210g
balance, it's no less than 100.00g and no more than 210.09g. To use this calibration feature, proceed as follows:
(FLASHING)
• Clear the pan.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Press
and scroll to select USER calibration,
CAL TYP USEr is displayed.
• Press Enter button, the display indicates the last
calibration mass value which was entered with the
first digit flashing. (Sample illustrates 200g).
• Press
to change value of digit and
button to advance to next digit. Enter the desired
mass value for your balance. This number must be
at least 50% of the full span value.
• After entering value, press Enter button, BUSY is
displayed.
NOTE: If a weight is left on the pan, the balance will
display CLR PAN (remove the weight from the pan).
The balance automatically resumes calibration.
• Display changes to PUT WT 200 g.
• Place specified calibration mass on pan.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed. After a
few seconds CAL SET is displayed, the display then
returns to WEIGH mode.
• User calibration is completed.
• Remove calibration mass from the pan.
Procedure
• Clear the pan.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Press
button and scroll to select Linearity
calibration, CAL TYP Lin is displayed.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed.
NOTE: If a weight is left on the pan, the balance will
display CLR PAN (remove the weight from the pan).
The balance automatically resumes calibration.
• Display changes to PUT WT 100 g. The displayed
weight is half the capacity of the balance.
• Place specified calibration mass on pan.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed. After a
few seconds display changes to PUT WT 200 g.
The displayed weight is the full capacity of the
balance.
• Place specified calibration mass on pan.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed. After a
few seconds CAL SET is displayed, the display then
returns to WEIGH mode.
• Linearity calibration is completed.
• Remove calibration mass from the pan.
3.3.6 Linearity Calibration
Linearity calibration utilizes three calibration points, one at zero, center span and full span. This method minimizes
deviation between actual and displayed weights within the balance's weighing range. Sample display illustrates a 210g
balance.
3.3.7 Calibration Test
Calibration test feature allows a check of a known calibration mass against the last stored calibration information in the
balance. Sample display illustrates a 210g balance.
Procedure
• Clear the pan.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button, CAL TYP is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Press
button and scroll to select CALtSt
calibration, CAL TYP CALtSt is displayed.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed.
NOTE: If a weight is left on the pan, the balance will
display CLR PAN (remove the weight from the pan).
The balance automatically resumes calibration.
• Display changes to PUT WT 200 g. The displayed
weight is the full capacity of the balance.
• Place specified calibration mass on pan.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed. After a
few seconds, DIFF is displayed. The display now
indicates the actual difference in weight between
what value was just placed on the pan and the previ-
ous weight value which was stored in the balance.
After approximately 8 seconds, the display returns to
the WEIGH mode.
• Remove calibration test mass from the pan.
3.3.8 Calibration GLP Printout
If any option in the GLP Set Menu is turned On, GLP automatically prints data after calibration is completed.
- - - - - SPAN CAL - - - - - -
12/01/98
1:00:00 PM
Bal Id 1234
Cal:
200.00g
Old:
200.00g
Dif:
0.00g
Wt.Ref......................................
USER NO 2056853
PROJ NO 100012
Name........................................
- - - - - END - - - - -
- - - - - LIN CAL - - - - - -
12/01/98
1:00:00 PM
Bal Id 1234
Cal:
200.00g
Old:
199.80g
Dif:
0.20g
Wt.Ref......................................
USER NO 2056853
PROJ NO 100012
Name........................................
- - - - - END - - - - -
- - - - - CAL TEST - - - - - -
12/01/98
1:00:00 PM
Bal Id 1234
Cal:
200.00g
Act:
200.20g
Dif:
0.20g
Wt.Ref......................................
USER NO 2056853
PROJ NO 100012
Name........................................
- - - - - END - - - - -
Span Calibration Printout
When performing Span calibration with all GLP options
turned on, a printout is automatically made after the
calibration is completed.
Linearity Calibration Printout
When performing a Linearity calibration with all GLP
options turned on, a printout is automatically made after
the calibration is completed.
Calibration Test Printout
When performing a Calibration Test with all GLP options
turned on, a printout is automatically made after the
calibration is completed.
- - - - - USER CAL - - - - - -
12/01/98
1:00:00 PM
Bal Id 1234
Cal:
200.00g
Old:
200.20g
Dif:
0.20g
Wt.Ref......................................
USER NO 2056853
PROJ NO 100012
Name........................................
- - - - - END - - - - -
User Calibration Printout
When performing a User Calibration with all GLP options
turned on, a printout is automatically made after the
calibration is completed.
NavigatorTM balances are shipped with grams only enabled. When the balance is to be used with other units of mea-
sure, the desired unit must be enabled. Refer to paragraph 4.8 to enable other measuring units. 32g models are
shipped ready to weigh in g, oz t, dwt and ct.
Zero/Tare
When weighing material or objects that must be held in a container, taring stores the container weight in the balance’s
memory separate from the weight of the material in the container.
(Example Material 1620g)
(Example Container 200g)
Procedure
• Press
to rezero the display.
• Press Units button to select measuring unit.
• Press
or
button for desired measuring unit.
• Press Enter button, balance is now ready for weigh-
ing.
• Place the object(s) or material to be weighed on the
pan. Example illustrates a 200 gram weight on a high
capacity model.
• Wait for the stability indicator to appear before read-
ing the weight.
Procedure
• Press
with no load on the pan to set the
balance to zero.
• Place an empty container on the pan. Its weight is
displayed.
• Press
. The display blanks until stable weight
readings are received, then indicates zero. The
container’s weight is stored in memory.
• Add material to the container. As material is added,
its net weight is displayed.
• Removing the container and material from the plat-
form will cause the balance to display the container’s
weight as a negative number. The tared weight will
remain in memory untili
is pressed again or
the balance is turned off.
• Pressing
resets the balance to zero.
3.5 Percent Weighing
Percent Weighing is enabled only when Percent is turned ON in the Mode menu under Setup. Percent weighing
permits you to place a reference load on the balance, then view other loads as a percentage of the reference. The load
you place on the pan as a reference may be displayed as any percentage you select from 5% to 100% (in 1% incre-
ments). One hundred percent does not necessarily have to represent the reference load. Subsequent loads, displayed
as a percentage of the reference are limited only by the capacity of the balance. The default setting is Reference
100%. Refer to paragraph 4.7 to enable percent weighing.
Procedure
• Press the Mode button, WEIGH is displayed.
• Press
button until PERCNT is displayed.
• Press Enter button, PUTPAN 100% is displayed. If
a container is used, the balance can be tared at this
point. The % display momentarily blanks while the
balance is taring out.
• Put the reference load on the pan.
• Press
or
button and select reference
weight percentage (Percent Range 5 to 100). Hold
button down for fast change.
• Press Enter button to save setting, BUSY is dis-
played while the balance calculates the reference
weight. The balance shows the 100% equivalent refer-
ence weight for two seconds in the selected measur-
ing unit, then displays the percentage which was
entered.
• To view the weight of the reference load, press the
UNITS button, then press
button until unit of
measurement such as GRAMS is displayed, then
press the Enter button.
• To return to percent weighing, press the UNITS button
and then press
button until PERCNT is dis-
played, then press the Enter button.
• Remove the reference weight from the pan and re-
place it with another load. The second load is dis-
played as a percentage of the reference. The display
illustrates 100% of the reference value.
• To return to weighing mode, press the MODE button
and then press
button until WEIGH is displayed,
then press the Enter button.
3.6 Parts Counting
Parts Counting is enabled only when Count is turned ON in the Mode menu under Setup. In the parts counting
mode, the balance displays the quantity of parts you place on the pan. Since the balance determines the quantity
based on the average weight of a single part, all parts must be reasonably uniform in weight. Refer to paragraph
4.7 to enable parts counting.
Procedure
• Press the Mode button.
• Press
button until COUNT is displayed.
• Press Enter button. PUTPAN 10 is displayed
(default setting). Balance will retain last sample size
saved.
• Put a container on the pan and press
to tare.
• Press and hold
or
button and select sample
size. Sample size may be 5 to 1000 parts.
• Place sample on the pan.
• Press Enter button to continue, display indicates
BUSY.
Balance displays the reference weight of an individual
part for five seconds and then displays the total number
of parts on the pan.
• Place parts to be counted on the pan. Balance dis-
plays number of parts.
• To view the total weight of the parts, press the UNITS
button, then press
to select desired weighing
unit, then press the Enter button.
• To return to parts counting, press the UNITS button,
then press
button until COUNT is displayed,
then press the Enter button.
• To begin counting with a new sample, repeat proce-
dure.
Update
Update is a function which permits placing additional
samples which are greater than the value of the original
sample but less than three times the value. This action
increases the accuracy of the measurement.
• Place sample on the pan which is at least one but not
more than three times the original sample size.
• Press Mode button, COUNT is displayed.
• Press Enter button, UPDATE is displayed.
• Press Enter button, BUSY is displayed then the
reference weight followed by the new sample size.
• Press the Mode button.
• Press
button until ANIMAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue, LEVEL is displayed.
• Press
or
button to change sampling level,
0, 1, 2 or 3. 0 level is used for an inactive subject, 3
is used for a very active subject.
• Press Enter button to continue, AUTO is displayed.
• Press
or
button to select AUTO ON or OFF.
• Press Enter button to continue.
When the AUTO function is set ON, different subjects can
be weighed one after another without pressing any
buttons. When the balance displays READY, simply
place the subject on the pan.
3.7 Animal Weighing
Animal Weighing is enabled only when Animal is turned ON in the Mode menu under Setup. Refer to paragraph
4.7 to enable animal weighing.
Starting Animal Cycle
• Place animal container (if used) on pan.
• Press
to tare the container.
• Place subject on pan.
• The animal cycle will automatically start if AUTO was
set to ON.
• Press Enter button to start animal cycle if AUTO was
set to OFF.
During Animal Cycle
• Display shows countdown ending with AW 0, then
displays the subjects weight.
Completed Animal Cycle
• Balance displays weight until subject is removed from
the pan.
• Press the Mode button.
• Press
button until CHECK is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue, NOM WT is dis-
played. The numerical display indicates 0000.00 with
the first digit flashing. The sample display indicates
0200.00g
• Press
to change the digit and
to
go to the next digit. Enter the desired nominal value.
• Press Enter button to continue. OVR WT is dis-
played. The numerical display indicates 0000.00 with
the first digit flashing. Enter the over weight value by
pressing
to change the digit and
to go the next digit. The sample display indicates
0201.00g.
• Press Enter button to continue. UND WT is dis-
played. The numerical display indicates 0000.00 with
the first digit flashing. Enter the under weight value
by pressing
to change the digit and
to go the next digit. The sample display indi-
cates 0199.00g.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Place item to be checked on the balance pan.
ACCEPT is displayed when the item is within limits.
OVER and/or UNDER is displayed if the item is out of
the tolerance set in the limits.
3.8 Checkweighing
Checkweighing is enabled only when Check is turned ON in the Mode menu under Setup. Checkweighing mode
permits you to set a target nominal weight, and over and under weight limits. This type of weighing is used where
individual items must be checked against preset parameters. Refer to paragraph 4.7 to enable checkweighing.
UNDER is displayed for weights less
than or equal to the UND WT limit
Typical Nominal Weight Display
OVER is displayed for weights greater
than or equal to the OVR WT limit
NOTE: Samples shown below are for a 200g nominal
setting. The tolerances were set for 1g over and under.
3.9 Printing Data
Printing data to an external computer or printer requires that the communications parameters in the Setup menu, print
options and communication parameters be set first. Refer to page 23 Print menu settings and page 25 for RS232
communication settings.
Procedure
• Press the Print button. Printing to an external printer
or computer will occur each time the Print button is
pressed unless the autoprint feature is turned on in
which case, printing can occur in a continuous fash-
ion, at specified intervals or each time a stable read-
ing is achieved.
Sample printout is shown below with time turned on.
SAMPLE PRINTOUT
For a review of of printing samples, refer to Section 4
Setting Up Your Balance. What is printed is controlled
by the GLP Set Menu and the selection of GLP
Continous or GLP Tare in the Print Menu.
12/01/98
12:01:37 AM
429.5 g
SETTING UP YOUR BALANCE
4.1 Setting Date and Time
Your NavigatorTM balance provides date and time data which can be viewed on a computer or printed out on an external
printer. When you put your new instrument into operation for the first time, you should enter the current date and the
time. These settings are retained as long as the balance remains connected to an AC power source using the AC
Adapter. Date and time are not retained with battery operation.
Time
Time is a feature which enables the balance to be set to
the current time in either 12 hour or 24 hour periods. The
default setting is 12 hour.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button and select Time from the menu.
• Press Enter button, TYPE is displayed.
• Press Enter button, TYPE 12 hr is displayed.
• Press
or
button and select 12 hr or 24 hr.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is displayed momentarily
then SET is displayed.
• Press Enter button,SET with time is displayed.
• Using arrow buttons, enter the correct time.
• When the correct time is entered, press Enter button,
SAVED displays momentarily and ADJUST appears.
• Press Enter button, 0 appears.
Adjustments up to +60 seconds per day can be made
to the balance internal clock. Using arrow buttons,
enter time correction and press Enter button. SAVED
displays momentarily and EXIT appears. Press Enter
button, balance returns to a weighing mode.
Date
Date is a feature which enables the balance to be set to a
U.S. date standard or European date standard. U.S.
standard has the month, day, followed by the year, each
separated by (/) in the printout. The European date
standard has the day first, followed by the month and
then the year; each separated by a period. The default
setting is Mdy.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button and select Date from the menu.
• Press Enter button, TYPE is displayed.
• Press Enter button, SET M d y, d M y, y M d, M y d,
y d M, or d y M is displayed.
• Press
or
button and select type of date.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is displayed, then SET is
displayed.
• Press Enter button, date is displayed.
• Using arrow buttons, enter the correct date.
• When the correct date is entered, press Enter button,
SAVED displays momentarily and EXIT appears.
• Press Enter button, balance returns to a weighing
mode.
The Readout menu is used to adapt the balance to environmental conditions. It contains four menus: Stable, Auto 0,
Filter, Lock and Exit. Lock, when set ON, locks the Readout settings entered, providing the Lock switch underneath
the balance is also set ON.
Procedure
To select any of the items in the Readout menu, proceed
as follows:
Stability
The stability range can be set to a preset tolerance limit. When the balance reading is stable within preset limits, the
stability indicator remains ON. When a displayed weight changes beyond the allowable range, the stability indicator
turns OFF, indicating an unstable condition. Factory default setting is shown in bold type.
.5 d
Smallest range: stability indicator is ON only
when displayed weight is stable within .5 divisions.
1 d
Reduced range.
2 d
Normal range.
5 d
Largest range, stability indicator is ON when displayed weight
changes up to 5 divisions.
When the RS232 interface is configured to print stable data only, the stability range also governs data output. Dis-
played data will only be output if it is within the selected stability range.
Auto-Zero
Auto-Zero minimizes the effects of temperature changes and shift on the zero reading. The balance maintains the zero
display until the threshold is exceeded. Factory default setting is shown in bold type.
OFF
Turns Auto-Zero OFF.
.5 d
Sets threshold to .5 divisions.
1 d
Sets threshold to 1 division.
3 d
Sets threshold to 3 divisions.
Filter
Filter compensates for vibration or excessive air currents. Default settings are shown bold.
-0- minimum filtering, fastest stabilization time
-1- reduced filtering, fast stabilization time
-2- normal filtering, normal stabilization time.
-3- maximum filtering, slowest stabilization time.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until READOT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue, STABLE is displayed.
• Press
or
button until either STABLE, AUTO
0, FILTER, LOCK or EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button and select the desired menu
setting. Review settings available below.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is displayed.
• Press
or
button to continue to LOCK and
EXIT.
• Press Enter button to continue.
Lock
Lock ON/OFF can only be changed when the hardware Lock Switch is set OFF/disabled. A menu is locked when the
menu lock is set ON and the Lock switch is ON. Lock, when selected and turned on, locks all of the entries made
under the Readout menu. In the locked condition, items may be looked at but not changed in the menu. When set
OFF, entries may be changed. OFF is the default setting. Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
4.3 Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Data
The GLP Data menu enables the storage of a user identification number (6 digits) and/or a project number (6 digits).
When entered into the balance, the identification number and project number are available when printing, provided they
are turned on in the GLP Set menu. A lock setting is also available which locks in the user identification and project
number.
Procedure
To enter data in the GLP Data menu, proceed as follows:
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until GLPDAT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue, USERNO is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
buttons to change digit values and
buttons to advance to next digit and enter a
6 digit number for the user number.
• Press Enter button to save setting, PROJNO is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
to change digit values and
to advance to next digit as directed by thedisplay
and enter a 6 digit number for the project number.
• Press Enter button to save setting, LOCK is displayed.
• Press Enter button, press
to select ON or OFF.
• Press Enter button to save setting, SAVED is dis-
played then EXIT.
• Press Enter button, balance returns to weigh mode.
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until GLPSET is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button until either TIME, BAL ID
(see note), USER NO, PROJ NO, DIFF, NAME,
LOCK or EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button and select either ON or
OFF for each entry.
• Press Enter button to save setting.
• Press
or
button to continue or EXIT.
• Press Enter button, balance returns to weigh mode.
Procedure
To select any of the items in the GLP Set menu, proceed
as follows:
4.4 Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Set
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Set menu allows the selection of and will permit printing of Time, Balance Identifica-
tion, User Number, Project Number, Difference and Name data. The default setting is OFF. When an external printer is
used with the balance calibrated, and all items are set ON, the printer will print out calibration data for audit trail
purposes and will indicate date, and time. (It should be noted that the User number and Project number must be
entered in the GLP Data menu before printed data is available).
NOTE: Balance ID (BAL ID) represents the actual serial
number of the balance and cannot be entered or changed.
Setting BAL ID ON allows printouts to display the serial
number of the balance during GLP data.
The Print menu provides a number of options which can be turned ON or OFF. It contains eight menus: Auto Print,
feature which includes selection of Off, Continuous, Interval and On Stability, Interval, specifies time interval for
automatic output of displayed data, Stable data-only feature, Numerical only or full display data for output, GLP
Continous, GLP Tare, Reference when selected prints reference weight value and Lock when set on enables you to
lock the settings. Refer to decriptions below and review settings before proceeding.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until PRINT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button until either AUTOPR,
INTER, STABLE, NUMERI, GLPCON, GLPTAR,
REF, LOCK or EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button and select either menu
settings of ON or OFF or settings shown below.
• Press Enter button to save setting.
• Press
or
button to select next item or EXIT.
• Press Enter button to continue.
Auto Print
When enabled, the Auto Print allows the balance to automatically output display data in one of three ways: continu-
ously, at user specified time intervals, or upon stability. Default setting is shown in bold.
OFF
turns off auto print
Cont
outputs data continuously
Inter
provides a user specified output interval
On Stb
provides data output everytime a stable reading is achieved
Interval
Can be set to provide a specified output interval between 1 and 3600 seconds.
Print Stable Data Only
When set On, permits only stable display data to be output. OFF is the default setting.
Print Numeric Data Only
When Numeric Data Only function is turned ON, allows the balance to output numeric data only for RS232 output.
OFF is the default setting.
GLP Once After Tare
When the GLP Tare function is set ON, it allows the balance to output the GLP selections and weight measurement
once after tare. OFF is the default setting. The following example is with GLP Once After Tare.
Reference
When the Reference function is set ON, it prints the value of weight used as a reference in either Percent or Parts
Counting modes. OFF is the default setting.
Lock
Lock ON/OFF can only be changed when the hardware Lock Switch is set OFF/unlocked. A menu is locked when the
menu lock is set ON and the Lock Switch is ON. Lock, when selected and turned on, locks all of the entries made
under the Print menu. In the locked condition, items may be looked at but not changed in the menu. When set OFF,
entries may be changed. OFF is the default setting. Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
12/01/98
12:01:37 AM
129.50 g
12/01/98
12:01:52 AM
Bal Id
129.80 g
12/01/98
12:02:17 AM
Bal Id
USER NO 1000001
129.80 g
12/01/98
12:02:43 AM
Bal Id
USER NO 1000001
PROJ NO 2000002
129.50 g
12/01/98
12:02:43 AM
Bal Id
USER NO 1000001
PROJ NO 2000002
Name . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .
129.50 g
4.5 Print (Cont.)
GLP Continuously
When the GLP Continuously function is set ON, it allows the balance to output the GLP selections each time a weight
value is output. OFF is the default setting. The following example is with GLP Continuously On.
Time = On
Time = On
Balance ID = On
Time = On
Bal ID = On
User No. = On
Time = On
Bal ID = On
User No = On
Proj No = On
Time = On
Bal ID = On
User No = On
Proj No =
Name = On
Sample Printout
GLP Set Menu
Options Turned On
12/01/98
12:01:37 AM
129.50 g
129.60 g
129.70 g
129.70 g
129.70 g
Time = On
GLP Set Menu
Options Turned On
The RS232 menu provides communication parameters which can be set to accommodate external printers or comput-
ers. It contains six menus: Power, Baud rate, Parity, Data, Stop bits and Lock ON or OFF. Lock, when set ON, locks
the communication settings entered, providing the Lock Switch underneath the balance is also set ON.
Power
This menu is used when balance is battery operated. The default setting is Off. To use the RS232 with battery
operation, Power must be set ON. The RS232 is always operational when the balance is operated with an AC Adapter.
Baud Rate
This menu is used to select the desired baud rate. There are five available baud rates to choose from: 300, 1200,
2400, 4800 and 9600, the default setting is 2400.
Parity
This menu is used to select parity settings. Parity can be set to either Odd, Even or None, the default setting is
None.
Data Bits
This menu is used to select data bits. Data bits can be set to 7 or 8, the default setting is 7.
Stop Bits
This menu is used to select the number of stop bits. Stop bits can be set to 1 or 2, the default setting is 2.
Lock
Lock ON/OFF settings can only be changed when the hardware Lock Switch is set OFF/disabled. A menu is locked
when the menu lock is set ON and the Lock Switch is ON. Lock when selected and turned on, locks all of the entries
made under the RS232 menu. In the locked condition, items may be looked at but not changed in the menu. When
set OFF, entries may be changed. OFF is the default setting. Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until RS232 is displayed.
• Press Enter button, POWER is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Using
or
button, select ON or OFF. If you
are using the balance on battery power, and want
communications to an external device, you must se-
lect ON. These settings do not matter when using the
balance on AC Adapter power as the communications
interface is always ON.
• Press Enter button,BAUD is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Using
or
button and select the desired
menu setting, then press Enter button. The display
advances to PARITY.
• Repeat the above three steps and enter desired
settings for PARITY, DATA, STOP and LOCK. LOCK
has a choice of ON or OFF. When set ON, the
communication parameters are locked and cannot be
changed. The display indicates LOCKED when
viewing the parameters.
• When EXIT appears on display, press Enter button to
save settings. Balance returns to weigh mode.
The Mode menu permits the selection of five modes which can be turned ON or OFF. These modes are: Weigh,
Percent, Count, Animal Weighing, Checkweighing. Weigh is turned ON and all others have a default setting of OFF.
When any of the modes are turned ON, they can be selected for operation from the Mode button.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until MODE is displayed.
• Press Enter button, WEIGH is displayed.
• Press Enter button.
• Press
or
button and select either ON or
OFF.
• Press Enter button to continue. Display advances to
PERCNT.
• Repeat above steps for PERCNT, COUNT, ANIMAL,
CHECK and LOCK.
• When EXIT appears on the display, press Enter
button to save setting. Balance returns to weighing
mode.
Weigh
The Weigh menu is always set to ON as a default.
Percent
Percent weighing permits you to place a reference load on the balance, then view other loads as a percentage of the
reference. Selection is made using the Mode button. The default setting is OFF.
Count
Count is used for counting quantities of parts. Selection is made using the Mode button. The default setting is OFF.
Animal weighing
Animal weighing provides special settings to compensate for animal movements. Selection is made using the Mode
button. The default setting is OFF.
Checkweighing
Checkweighing permits setting nominal weight, over weight and under weight values into the balance where individual
items must be checked against preset parameters. The default setting is OFF.
Lock
Lock ON/OFF can only be changed when the hardware Lock Switch is set OFF/disabled. A menu is locked when the
menu lock is set ON and the Lock Switch is ON. Lock when selected and turned on, locks all of the entries made
under the Mode menu. In the locked condition, items may be looked at but not changed in the menu. When set OFF,
entries may be changed. The default setting is OFF. Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
The Units menu permits the selection of the measuring units which can be turned ON or OFF and locked.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button.
• Press
button until GLOBAL is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue, LIST is displayed.
• Press
or
button until either LIST, RESET,
VER, LOCK or EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button and select either YES or
NO for LIST and RESET. When either LOCK or EXIT
is selected, ON or OFF settings are available..
• Press Enter button to save setting.
• Press
or
button to select next item orEXIT.
• Press Enter button to save.
4.9 Global
This menu contains two functions which can be activated by selecting YES. These functions are: List, and Reset. The
default settings are NO. Global List is a convienent method of examining which parameters are set up in the balance.
The parameters do not show up on the display but print out when selected. When Version is selected, the software
revision of the balance is displayed. Global Reset when set ON will reset all menus to factory default settings only if
the Lock Switch is set OFF. This is a convienent method of restoring factory settings. To protect menu settings, each
individual menu must have Lock ON, the Global menu Lock must be ON and the Lock Out switch must be set ON.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until UNITS is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button until desired measuring unit
is displayed.
• Press Enter button to continue.
• Press
or
button and select either ON or OFF.
• Press Enter button to save setting.
• Press
or
button to select next item.
• Repeat above steps to turn selected measuring units
ON or OFF, then, continue to LOCK and EXIT.
• Press Enter button to save settings.
Units
Measuring units settings are made using the Units menu. This menu permits the measuring units to be turned ON or
OFF. The default setting is OFF.
Lock
Lock, when selected and turned ON, locks all of the entries made under the Units menu. The default setting is OFF.
Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
LFT is Off
Mode Menu
WEIGH= On
PERCENT= Off
COUNT= Off
ANIMAL= Off
Lock Switch is Off
Menu Locks
RS232= Off
READOUT= Off
GLPSET= Off
MODE= Off
UNITS= Off
PRINT= Off
GLP Data = Off
CAL= Off
GLOBAL= Off
CUSTOM= Off
Enabled Units:
g
custm
C. Units:
1.000000 E0 x 1
4.9 Global (Cont.)
List
This menu can be used to output a listing of current menu settings via the RS232 interface. When YES is selected, all
menu settings will be output either to an external printer or computer. To use this feature, your balance must be con-
nected to a computer or printer. The default setting is NO.
NAVIGATOR xxxxxx-xxx
Sr #x.xx OS#x.xx G#x.xx
Time= 12hr 3:19:51 PM
Date= m/d/y 12/01/98
Function = Weigh
ReadOut Menu
Stb= 2 d
AZT= .5 d
Filter= 1
GLP Menu
Time/Date= On
Bal Id= On
User No.= On
Proj No.= On
DIFF= On
Name= On
Print Menu
Auto Print= Off
Interval= 7
Stable Print= On
NU= On
GLP Cont = Off
GLP on Tare = Off
Print Ref= On
RS232 = 2400: N: 7: 2
SAMPLE PRINTOUTS
The partial sample shown, indicates the status in the
menus.
Global Reset
RESETTING ALL MENUS
Global Reset, when set to YES (default is NO) will reset all balance menus to factory default settings, this includes
resetting all menu locks to OFF. Global Reset is functional only when the Lock Switch located under the balance is
set to OFF.
DISABLING GLOBAL RESET
The Global Reset function is disabled when Global Reset is set to NO, the Global Reset Lock setting is ON and the
Lock Switch under the balance is set ON. In this condition, Reset cannot be selected.
Version
Displays software revision number for servicing purposes. This number is installed with the balance at the time of
manufacture.
Lock
Lock, when selected and set to ON, locks all of the entries made under the Global menu and the Lock Swich under the
balance is set ON. The default setting is OFF. Refer to paragraph 4.12 for Menu Lock-Out Protection.
4.10 Custom Unit
Custom Unit is enabled when Custom Unit Setup under Units Menu is turned ON. This feature can be used to create
your own custom weighing unit. It permits entering a conversion factor which the balance will use to convert grams to
the desired unit of measure.
Conversion
Weight
Weight
Factor
x
in
=
in
grams
custom unit
Conversion factors are expressed in scientific notation and entered
into the balance in three parts:
•
a factor between 0.1 and 1.99999
•
a power of 10 called the exponent
•
a least significant digit (LSD)
SCIENTIFIC NOTATION
Number
Between
Conv.
0.1 and
Power
Factor
Factor
1.99999
of 10
Exp.
123.4
= .1234 x 1000 = .1234 x 103
12.34
= .1234 x 100 = .1234 x 102
1.234
= .1234 x
10
= .1234 x 101
.1234
= .1234 x
1
= .1234 x 100
.01234 = .1234 x
.1
= .1234 x 10-1
.001234 = .1234 x .01 = .1234 x 10-2
.000123 = .123
x .001 = .123
x 10-3
EXPONENTS
E-3
Moves decimal point 3
places to the left.
E-2
Moves decimal point 2
places to the left.
E-1
Moves decimal point 1
place to the left.
E0
Leaves decimal point
in normal position.
E1
Moves decimal point 1
place to the right.
E2
Moves decimal point 2
places to the right.
E3
Moves decimal point 3
places to the right.
Procedure
• Press the Setup button.
• Press
button until CUSTOM is displayed.
• Press Enter button to save setting, FACTOR is
displayed.
• Press Enter button, The factor of the current conver-
sion factor is displayed. This is a number between
0.1 and 1.99999 with the first digit flashing. For con-
version factors outside of this range, the exponent
will be used to move the decimal point.
• Press
buttons to change values, press
buttons to advance to next digit and enter a 6 digit
number for the conversion factor.
• Press Enter button, EXP (exponent) is displayed.
• Press Enter button, 0 (exponent) is displayed.
• Press
or
button and select exponent value
either -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, or 3.
Adds one decimal
place display counts
by 5’s.
LSD 1
Display counts by
1’s.
LSD 2
Display counts by 2’s.
LSD 5
Display counts by 5’s.
LSD 10
Display counts by 10’s.
LSD 100
Display counts by
4.10 Custom Unit (Cont.)
Procedure (Cont.)
• Press Enter button to continue, LSD is displayed.
There are 6 LSD (least significant digit) settings you
can choose from (see table below).
• Press Enter button, LSD 1 is displayed.
• Press
or
button and select LSD value either
.5, 1, 2, 5, 10 or 100.
• Press Enter button, SAVED is momentarily dis-
played followed by LOCK.
• Press Enter button.
• Press
or
button and select ON or OFF.
• Press Enter button, EXIT is displayed.
• Press Enter button to return to weighing mode.
4.11 Auto Shut-Off
An energy saver is incorporated in the balance to prolong battery life and to conserve ac power. A built-in timer in the
balance can be set from 1 to 60 minutes. If the balance is not used or disturbed during the entire timer period, the
balance will shut off after the specified set time . A setting of zero allows continuous battery operation of the balance.
The default setting of the timer is 0. To set a specific time, proceed as follows:
Procedure
• Press the Setup button, CAL is displayed.
• Press
button until AUTOFF is displayed.
• Press Enter button, TIMER is displayed.
• Press Enter button, if a 0 appears, the timer is dis-
abled. If a number other than 0 appears, it indicates
the timer period which was previously set.
• To change the number of minutes the timer is to be
ON, press
or
button, then press Enter
button. SAVED is momentarily displayed followed by
LOCK.
• Press Enter button.
• Select ON or OFF by pressing
or
button,
then press Enter button.
• EXIT is displayed, press Enter button to save setting.
Balance returns to weighing mode.
4.12 Menu Lock-Out Protection
Access to the various menus can be disabled by setting the Lock Switch located on the printed circuit board inside of
the balance to ON position. The Lock Switch locks out all menus which have had LOCK turned ON. The default
setting for the Lock Switch is OFF.
Procedure
• Turn the balance off and unplug the power cord.
• Remove the pan and pan support.
CAUTION
In the next step, do not rest the balance
on the pan support cone.
• Turn the balance over.
• The Lock Switch is located towards the front of the
balance. See illustration for location and switch
settings. The switch is recessed about 1/2 inch and
is accessable through a slot in the printed circuit
board. Use a small screwdriver or a thin rod to move
the switch setting. A paper clip opened up will work.
Remember, this switch when set on will lock all
menus parameters which have the Lock set ON.
• Select the desired position on the Lock Switch, turn
the balance in an upright position, install the pan
support, pan and reconnect power.
Lock Switch Location and Settings.
4.13 Weigh Below
A weigh below hook is located at the bottom of the
balance. To use this feature, remove power from the
balance and remove the protective cover underneath the
balance. See illustration for location.
There is a flat,
slotted, metal plate in
the balance where a
wire may be looped to
and attached. The
balance can be
supported by any
convienent method,
ring stand, lab jacks,
etc...
Make sure that the
balance is level and
secure. Attach a wire
to the slotted support
in the balance. Apply
power and operate the
balance. Attach items
to be weighed to the
wire just installed
underneath the
balance.
?
Power cord not plugged in or properly
connected to balance.
Balance was not re-zeroed before
weighing.
Balance not properly calibrated.
Desired unit not enabled.
Enter was not used.
Menu locked.
Print menu settings not set properly.
Cable connections.
Cable configuration (Not Ohaus).
RS232 Power submenu set to Off
(battery operation only).
Microprocessor locks up.
Menu locked
(Lock Switch set ON).
Excessive air currents.
Vibration on table surface.
Desired weighing mode is not enabled.
5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE
To keep the balance operating properly, the housing and pan should be kept clean and free from foreign material. If
necessary, a cloth dampened with a mild detergent may be used. Keep calibration masses in a safe dry place.
5.1 Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
Unit will not turn on.
Incorrect weight reading.
Cannot display weight in desired
unit.
Unable to store menu settings/
changes.
RS232 interface not working.
Random segments displayed or
display locks up.
Unable to change settings.
Unstable readings.
Error message display.
Cannot access weighing mode.
REMEDY
Check power cord connections.
Press
with no weight on
the pan, then weigh item.
Recalibrate correctly.
Press Units button until desired
measuring unit is shown.
Enable units in Setup menu.
Press Enter when prompted.
Unlock Menu.
Verify interface settings in RS232
menu correspond to those of
peripheral device.
Check cable connections.
Check all pin connections.
Set Power under RS232 menu to
ON (battery operation only).
Reset balance by holding the ON/
OFF button for at least 5 seconds
before releasing. If condition
persists, unit must be serviced.
Set Lock Switch to OFF.
Set menu Lock OFF.
Check environmental conditions.
Place balance on a stable surface
or change filter setting.
See Error Codes list.
Press mode until desired weighing
mode is displayed.
Enable weighing mode in Setup
Menu.
Print current mode
nnnnA
Set Auto Print feature to “nnnn”
(see table).
RS232 COMMAND TABLE
Field: Mode Stab CR
LF
Length:
5
1
1
1
blank if stable
“ ? ” if unstable
nnnn = 0
Turns feature OFF
nnnn = S
Output on stability
nnnn = C
Output is continuous
nnnn = 1-3600 Sets Auto Print
Interval
5.2 RS232 Interface
NavigatorTM balances are equipped with a bi-directional
RS232 compatible interface for communication with
printers and computers. When the balance is connected
directly to a printer, displayed data can be output at any
time by simply pressing PRINT, or by using the Auto Print
feature.
Connecting the balance to a computer enables you to
operate the balance from the computer, as well as receive
data such as displayed weight, weighing mode, stability
status, etc.
The following sections describe the hardware and soft-
ware provided with the balance
Hardware
On the rear of the balance, the 9-pin male subminiature
“D” connector is provided for interfacing to other devices.
The pinout and pin connections are shown in the adjacent
illustration.
The balance will not output any data unless pin 5 (CTS) is
held in an ON state (+3 to +15 V dc). Interfaces not
utilizing the CTS handshake may tie pin 5 to pin 6 to
defeat it.
IMPORTANT:
An Ohaus RS232 cable is required to operate with this
balance. A standard RS232 cable will not work. See
Accessories listed in paragraph 5.7.
Output Formats
Data output can be initiated in one of three ways: 1) By
pressing PRINT; 2) Using the Auto Print feature; 3)
Sending a print command (“P”) from a computer.
The output format is illustrated in the RS232 command
table which follows.
RS232 Connection
1
N/C
2
Data Out (TXD)
3
Data In (RXD)
4*
Tare (External signal)
5
Clear To Send (CTS)
6
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
7
Ground
8
Request To Send (RTS)
9*
Print (External signal)
* External PRINT and/or TARE
switches may be installed
as shown in the diagram.
Momentary contact
switches must be used.
PRINT *
TARE *
RS232 Commands
All communication is accomplished using standard ASCII
format. Characters shown in the following table are
acknowledged by the balance. Invalid command re-
sponse "ES" error indicates the balance has not recog-
nized the command. Commands sent to the balance
must be terminated with a carriage return (CR) or carriage
return-line line feed (CRLF). Data output by the balance is
always terminated with a carriage return - line feed
(CRLF).
Rear of Balance
mg
g
kg
dwt
ct
oz
oz t
GN
tael HK (Hong Kong)
tael SG (Singapore)
tael RC (Taiwan)
momme
lb
N
tical
tola
custm
Pcs
%
RS232 COMMAND TABLE (Cont.)
0
=
minimum level
1
=
2
=
3
=
maximum level
1
=
milligrams
2
=
grams
3
=
kilo grams
4
=
dwt
5
=
Carats
6
=
Ounces
7
=
Ounces troy
8
=
Grains
9
=
Taels HK (Hong Kong)
10
=
Taels SG (Singapore)
11
=
Taels RC (Taiwan)
12
=
Mommes
13
=
Pounds
14
=
15
=
Newton
16
=
tical
17
=
tola
18
=
19
=
20
=
21
=
Custom Units
xF Sets current mode to "x"
where x = 0 to 4 (see table)
0
=
"None" normal weighing mode
1
=
"Percent"
2
=
"Parts counting"
3
=
"Animal weighing"
4
=
"Checkweighing"
P
Print display data
Field: Polarity Weight Mode Stab CR LF
Length: 1 1 7 1 5 1 1 1
When "numeric only"data is
selected for output in the
RS232 menu, the Mode field
is not output.
Same as ?
command
Displayed weight sent right justified
w/lead zero blanking.
Seven characters include:
decimal point (1)
weight (6 max)
xSL
Set stability level (set x = 0 to 3). 0=.5d, 1=1d, 2=2d, 3=5d
T
Same effect as pressing O/T button.
V
Print software version
10
polarity (1): blank if positive
"-" if negative
Command
Character
Description
c
Description
xD
Set 1 second print delay (set x = 0 for OFF, or x = 1 for ON)
F
Print current function.
xI
Set Averaging Filter Level to “x”,
where x = 0 to 3 (see table).
L
Begin linearity calibration
xM
Places balance in unit “x”,
where x = 1 to 21 (see table).
If unit is not already
enabled, command will be ignored.
Set Auto Zero to “x”,where x = 0 to 3 ). 0=Off, 1=0.5d, 2=1d, 3=5d.
x%
Set % reference function. Uses x (Real Number) as current Percent Reference. *
Reference weight must be entered in grams.
x#
Set PC reference function. Uses x (Real Number) as current Part Reference. *
Reference weight must be entered in grams.
Esc R
Resets Setup and Print menus to factory defaults.
CAUTION: This will reset RS232 configuration.
ON
Turns balance on.
OFF
Turns balance off.
#
Print current Parts Count Reference Weight.
%
Print current Percent Reference Weight.
xAW
Set Animal Level from 0 to 3. 0= least amount of sampling.
xE
Set/Reset Auto Restart in Animal mode. Where x is 0=Off and 1=ON.
E
Start Animal cycle.
xT
Download tare value, tare weight must be entered in grams.
ID
Print Current User ID String.
xID
Program User ID String, 1-8 characters.
AC
Abort Calibration.
xUC
Starts User Weight Calibration. Input format: x is the user weigh value and must be
at least 50% of full span value. (enter full numerical value with no decimal point).
LE
Show Last Error Code. Response: Err: Error Number.
SN
Show Serial Number.
xS
Print Stable Only. Where x =0 Off and x=1 On.
TIME
Print Current Time. Note, a ? mark will follow if date or time has not been set.
mm/dd/yy SETDATE Set Date Command and remove Invalid Indicator
hh:mm:ss SETTIME Set Time Command and Remove Invalid Time Indicator
DATE
Prints Current Date. Note, a ? mark will follow the year if date or time has not been
set.
W$TM
Write Clock Trim Value. The clock can be adjusted by +60 seconds a day.
R$TM
Read Clock Trim value.
SW
Show Lockswitch status.
xCN
Set Checkweighing nominal weight. Reference weight must be entered in grams. *
xCO
Set Checkweighing over limit. Reference weight must be entered in grams. *
xCU
Set Checkweighing under limit. Reference weight must be entered in grams. *
CN
Print Checkweighing nominal weight.
CO
Print Checkweighing over limit.
CU
Print Checkweighing under limit.
xAO
Set Auto-shutoff. - Set timer from 0-60 minutes. 0 = timer disabled.
AO
Print Auto Shutoff
RS232 COMMAND TABLE (Cont.)
* Balance must be in correct weigh mode.
5.3 Error Codes List
Error Codes List
The following list describes the various error codes which can appear on the display and the suggested remedy.
Data Errors
1.0
Transient error (hardware error, probably static discharge). If error persists, the balance must be
serviced.
1.1
Balance temperature transducer hardware error.
Tare Errors
2.0
Balance is unable to stabilize within time limit after taring. Environment is too hostile or balance needs
recalibration.
Calibration Errors
3.0
Incorrect or no calibration mass used for calibration. Recalibrate with correct masses.
RS232 Errors
4.4
RS232 buffer is full.
User Errors
7.0
User entry out of bounds.
7.2
Number outside of display capacity.
Over-Under Load Errors
8.0
Hardware error causing an internal weight signal which is too low. Check if pan is off. If not, the balance
must be serviced.
8.1
Hardware error caused by an internal weight signal which is too high. Check load on the pan which may
be excessive. If error persists, the balance must be serviced.
8.3
Rated capacity exceeded. Remove excessive weight from pan.
8.4
Underload condition on balance. Check that the proper pan is installed.
CheckSum Errors
9.1
Bad factory checksum. If error persists, have the balance serviced.
9.2
Bad factory checksum. If error persists, have the balance serviced.
9.3
Bad factory checksum. If error persists, have the balance serviced.
9.5
Factory calibration data failed checksum.
9.8
User calibration data failed checksum.
9.9
Factory temperature compensation data failed checksum.
5.4 Information Messages
SAVED
This message is flashed when an item is changed in the menu and the new value is written
to the EEPROM.
LOCKED
This message is flashed when an item can not be changed in the menu because the menu
is locked and the Lock Switch is set locked.
LOW REF
The message is flashed in parts counting or percent when the calculated reference weight
is very low.
WT>NOM
During checkweighing, message is shown when under weight is greater than nominal weight.
WTCAP
During checkweighing, message is shown when the entered weight is greater than the
capacity of the balance.
5.5 Service Information
If the Troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem, you will need to contact an authorized Ohaus
Service Agent. For Service assistance in the United States, please call Aftermarket, Ohaus Corporation toll-free at
(800) 526-0659. An Ohaus Product Service Specialist will be available to help you.
5.6 Replacement parts
Description
Ohaus Part No.
AC Adapters:
120V US plug for InCalTM models
90524-67
120V US plug
90524-66
230V Euro plug
90524-63
240V UK plug
90524-64
230V Australian plug
90524-65
Pan (32g model) 3"/7.6cm dia.
77063-10
Pan (210g and 410g models) 4.75"/12cm dia.
77262-00
Pan (810g, 2100g, 4100g, 8100g models ) 5.5" x 6"/14cm x 15cm
300210-01
Glass draft shield for 32g Navigator
300233-01
Draft shield cover for 32g Navigator
300234-01
Scoop for 32g Navigator
5077-00
30g Calibration mass for 32g Navigator
53034-00
5.7 Accessories
Description
Ohaus Part No.
Calibration Masses - ASTM Class 4 Tolerance:
200g for 210g and 410g Navigator
51025-06
400g for 810g Navigator
51045-06
2 kg for 2100g Navigator
51026-02
2 - 2kg required for 8100g Navigator
51026-02
Calibration Masses - ASTM Class 2 Tolerance:
400g for 410g Navigator
49045-12
2 kg for 4100g Navigator
49026-12
Security Device
76288-01
Scoop, gold 4"x 3.5" (10.2cm x 8.9cm)
4590-00
Scoop, black, aluminum 4"x 3.5" (10.2cm x 8.9cm)
4590-30
Scoop, gold, aluminum 2.25"x 3" (5.7cm x 7.6cm)
5077-00
Impact printer, 42 column
AS142
Impact printer paper, 5 pack, 2.25" (5.7cm) wide
78204-01
Cable for AS142 printer
AS017-06
Cable, PC 25 pin
AS017-02
Cable, PC 9 pin
AS017-09
0.01g 0.1g 0.1g 0.5g
Repeatability
0.002g
0.01g
0.1g
0.1g
0.1g
0.1g 0.5g
Linearity
± 0.002g
± 0.01g
± 0.01g ± 0.1g
±0.1g
±0.1g ±0.5g
Units/Modes
g, mg, oz , lb, GN, N, oz t, dwt, ct, taels (3), tola, ti, m, custom
Functions
Parts count, percent, animal, checkweigh
Stabilization time
3 seconds
Operating temperature range
10° to 40°C
Power requirements
AC Adapter (supplied) or 8 - AA alkaline batteries (not included)
Typical battery life without RS232 46 hours - with RS232, 37 hours
Calibration
External cal mass (not included)
Display (in/cm)
LCD, 95mm wide x 50mm high,
6 - 14 segment alphanumeric, 6 - 7 segment numeric
Pan size (in/cm)
3/7.6 4.75/12
5.5 x 6/14 x 15.2
Dimensions (in/cm)
7.25 x 2.25 x 10.5/18.4 x 5.7 x 25.4
Item No. w/o InCal
Item No. w/o InCal
Item No. w/o InCal
Item No. w/o InCal
Item No. w/o InCalTM
TM
TM
TM
TM
N00330
N00330
N00330
N00330
N00330
N02120
N02120
N02120
N02120
N02120
N04120
N04120
N04120
N04120
N04120 N08110
N08110
N08110
N08110
N08110
N0B110 N0D110
N0B110 N0D110
N0B110 N0D110
N0B110 N0D110
N0B110 N0D110 N0H110
N0H110
N0H110
N0H110
N0H110
Item No. w/Incal
Item No. w/Incal
Item No. w/Incal
Item No. w/Incal
Item No. w/IncalTM
TM
TM
TM
TM
N10330
N10330
N10330
N10330
N10330
N12120
N12120
N12120
N12120
N12120
N14120 N18110 N1B110
N14120 N18110 N1B110
N14120 N18110 N1B110
N14120 N18110 N1B110
N14120 N18110 N1B110 N1D110 N1H110
N1D110 N1H110
N1D110 N1H110
N1D110 N1H110
N1D110 N1H110
Item No., CE, w/o InCal
Item No., CE, w/o InCal
Item No., CE, w/o InCal
Item No., CE, w/o InCal
Item No., CE, w/o InCalTM
TM
TM
TM
TM
N20330
N20330
N20330
N20330
N20330
N22120
N22120
N22120
N22120
N22120
N24120 N28110
N24120 N28110
N24120 N28110
N24120 N28110
N24120 N28110
N2B110
N2B110
N2B110
N2B110
N2B110 N2D110 N2H110
N2D110 N2H110
N2D110 N2H110
N2D110 N2H110
N2D110 N2H110
Item No., CE, w/InCal
Item No., CE, w/InCal
Item No., CE, w/InCal
Item No., CE, w/InCal
Item No., CE, w/InCalTM
TM
TM
TM
TM
N30330
N30330
N30330
N30330
N30330
N32120
N32120
N32120
N32120
N32120
N34120 N38110
N34120 N38110
N34120 N38110
N34120 N38110
N34120 N38110
N3B110
N3B110
N3B110
N3B110
N3B110 N3D110 N3H110
N3D110 N3H110
N3D110 N3H110
N3D110 N3H110
N3D110 N3H110
Ohaus products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship from the date of deliv-
ery through the duration of the warranty period. During the warranty period Ohaus will repair, or, at its
option, replace any component(s) that proves to be defective at no charge, provided that the product
is returned, freight prepaid, to Ohaus.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident or misuse, exposed to
radioactive or corrosive materials, has foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product, or as
a result of service or modification by other than Ohaus. In lieu of a properly returned warranty
registration card, the warranty period shall begin on the date of shipment to the authorized dealer. No
other express or implied warranty is given by Ohaus Corporation. Ohaus Corporation shall not be
liable for any consequential damages.
As warranty legislation differs from state to state and country to country, please contact Ohaus or
your local Ohaus dealer for further details.
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Tel: (973) 377-9000,
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