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Reference Manual
Analytical Balances
XSR
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 5
2 Safety Information 6
2.1 Definition of signal warning symbols.............................................................................. 6
2.2 Product specific safety notes ......................................................................................... 6
3 Overview and Functions 8
3.1 Function description..................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Product Overview......................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Component description................................................................................................. 10
3.4 Type plate................................................................................................................... 11
3.5 Terminal Overview ....................................................................................................... 13
3.6 User Interface .............................................................................................................. 14
2.2.1 Safety notes.................................................................................................. 7
2.2.2 Accessories and spare parts........................................................................... 7
3.3.1 Draft shield................................................................................................... 10
3.3.2 Weighing pan............................................................................................... 10
3.3.3 Drip tray....................................................................................................... 10
3.3.4 Door handle ................................................................................................. 10
3.3.5 Leveling feet ................................................................................................. 11
3.3.6 Terminal ...................................................................................................... 11
3.3.7 Side door release lever................................................................................... 11
3.6.1 Main sections at a glance .............................................................................. 14
4 Installation and Putting into Operation 15
4.1 Scope of delivery ......................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Selecting the location ................................................................................................... 15
4.3 Unpacking the balance................................................................................................. 15
4.4 Installation.................................................................................................................. 18
4.4.1 Attaching the terminal .................................................................................... 18
4.4.2 Assembling the balance................................................................................. 19
4.5 Putting into operation ................................................................................................... 21
4.5.1 Connecting the balance to the mains............................................................... 21
4.5.2 Switching on the balance ............................................................................... 21
4.5.3 Leveling the balance...................................................................................... 22
4.5.4 Performing an internal adjustment................................................................... 22
4.6 Transporting the balance .............................................................................................. 22
4.6.1 Transporting the balance over short distanes.................................................... 22
4.6.2 Transporting the balance over long distances ................................................... 22
4.6.3 Packaging and storage.................................................................................. 23
4.7 Installing devices......................................................................................................... 23
4.7.1 Connecting a printer via USB .......................................................................... 23
4.7.1.1 Connecting a printer via bluetooth ............................................................. 24
4.7.2 Connecting USB devices ................................................................................ 24
5 Operation 26
5.1 User interface .............................................................................................................. 26
5.1.1 Home screen "General weighing" .................................................................... 26
5.1.2 Work screen "Balance menu" ......................................................................... 26
5.1.3 Work screen "Methods".................................................................................. 27
5.1.4 Work screen " Protocol" ................................................................................. 28
5.1.5 Surface navigation of the touchscreen.............................................................. 28
5.1.6 Input dialog.................................................................................................. 29
5.1.6.1 Entering characters and numbers.............................................................. 29
5.1.6.2 Changing date and time........................................................................... 29
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5.1.7 System status icons ...................................................................................... 29
5.1.8 Weighing status icons ................................................................................... 30
5.2 Performing a simple weighing....................................................................................... 31
5.2.1 Opening/closing the draft shield doors............................................................. 31
5.2.2 Taring the balance ........................................................................................ 31
5.2.3 Zeroing the balance....................................................................................... 31
5.2.4 Inserting a weighing object............................................................................. 31
5.2.5 Performing the weighing ................................................................................ 32
5.2.6 Completing the weighing................................................................................ 32
5.3 Balance menu............................................................................................................. 32
5.3.1 Leveling aid.................................................................................................. 32
5.3.2 History......................................................................................................... 32
5.3.2.1 Adjustments ........................................................................................... 33
5.3.2.2 Tests ..................................................................................................... 33
5.3.2.3 Service................................................................................................... 33
5.3.3 Balance info................................................................................................. 33
5.3.4 Settings........................................................................................................ 34
5.3.5 Maintenance................................................................................................. 43
5.3.5.1 Import / export data................................................................................. 43
5.3.5.2 Updating the software .............................................................................. 43
5.3.5.3 Resetting................................................................................................ 44
5.3.5.4 Service................................................................................................... 44
5.3.6 Block the balance ......................................................................................... 44
6 Software description 45
6.1 Weighing methods....................................................................................................... 45
6.1.1 Introduction.................................................................................................. 45
6.1.2 Method Overview .......................................................................................... 45
6.1.3 Method General weiging ................................................................................ 46
6.1.3.1 Method description.................................................................................. 46
6.1.3.2 Creating a new method for general weighing .............................................. 46
6.1.3.3 Method settings....................................................................................... 46
6.1.3.4 Performing a General Weighing ................................................................ 55
6.1.3.5 Cloning a method ................................................................................... 56
6.1.3.6 Deleting a method................................................................................... 56
6.1.4 Method Simple formulation............................................................................. 56
6.1.4.1 Method description.................................................................................. 56
6.1.4.2 Creating a new method for simple formulation............................................ 57
6.1.4.3 Method settings....................................................................................... 58
6.1.4.4 Performing a simple formulation ............................................................... 65
6.1.4.5 Cloning a Method.................................................................................... 66
6.1.4.6 Deleting a method................................................................................... 66
6.1.5 Method Piece counting .................................................................................. 66
6.1.5.1 Method description.................................................................................. 66
6.1.5.2 Creating a new method for piece counting.................................................. 67
6.1.5.3 Method settings....................................................................................... 67
6.1.5.4 Performing a Piece Counting .................................................................... 75
6.1.5.5 Cloning a method ................................................................................... 75
6.1.5.6 Deleting a method................................................................................... 75
6.1.6 Method Titration ............................................................................................ 76
6.1.6.1 Method description.................................................................................. 76
6.1.6.2 Creating a new method for Titration ........................................................... 76
6.1.6.3 Method settings....................................................................................... 76
6.1.6.4 Cloning a method ................................................................................... 83
6.1.6.5 Deleting a method................................................................................... 83
6.1.7 Method Density determination......................................................................... 83
6.1.7.1 Method description.................................................................................. 83
6.1.7.2 Creating a method density determination.................................................... 84
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6.1.7.3 Method settings....................................................................................... 85
6.1.7.4 Performing a density determination ........................................................... 90
6.1.7.5 Cloning a Method.................................................................................... 90
6.1.7.6 Deleting a method................................................................................... 90
6.1.8 Using method templates ................................................................................ 90
6.1.8.1 Define a template .................................................................................... 90
6.1.8.2 Define a template in the method defining process........................................ 90
6.1.8.3 Define templates in a current task.............................................................. 91
6.1.8.4 Work with templates................................................................................ 91
6.2 Tests .......................................................................................................................... 92
6.2.1 Overview routine tests ................................................................................... 92
6.2.1.1 Eccentricity test ....................................................................................... 92
6.2.1.2 Repeatability test..................................................................................... 92
6.2.1.3 Sensitivity tests ....................................................................................... 92
6.2.2 Creating an own new test............................................................................... 93
6.2.3 Test parameter settings .................................................................................. 93
6.2.3.1 Eccentricity test ....................................................................................... 93
6.2.3.2 Repeatability test..................................................................................... 95
6.2.3.3 Sensitivity test......................................................................................... 98
6.2.4 Defining a test weight .................................................................................... 100
6.2.5 Performing a test........................................................................................... 101
6.2.5.1 Performing a eccentricity test .................................................................... 102
6.2.5.2 Performing a repeatability test................................................................... 103
6.2.5.3 Performing a sensitivity test...................................................................... 105
6.2.6 Deleting a test............................................................................................... 107
6.2.7 Printing a test ............................................................................................... 107
6.2.8 Editing a test ................................................................................................ 108
6.2.9 See test history ............................................................................................. 108
6.3 Adjustments ................................................................................................................ 109
6.3.1 Internal adjustment........................................................................................ 109
6.3.1.1 Editing an internal adjustment................................................................... 109
6.3.1.2 Performing an internal adjustment............................................................. 110
6.3.2 External adjustment....................................................................................... 111
6.3.2.1 Editing an external adjustment.................................................................. 111
6.3.2.2 Performing an external adjustment ............................................................ 111
6.3.3 See adjustment history................................................................................... 112
7 Maintenance 113
7.1 Maintenance table........................................................................................................ 113
7.2 Performing routine tests................................................................................................ 113
7.3 Performing an internal adjustment ................................................................................. 113
7.4 Cleaning..................................................................................................................... 113
7.4.1 Disassembling for cleaning ............................................................................ 113
7.4.2 Cleaning agents............................................................................................ 115
7.4.3 Cleaning the balance..................................................................................... 116
7.4.4 Commissioning after cleaning ........................................................................ 116
7.5 Updating the software................................................................................................... 117
7.5.1 Update the software....................................................................................... 117
7.5.2 Commissioning after software update .............................................................. 117
8 Troubleshooting 118
8.1 Error messages ........................................................................................................... 118
8.2 Error symptoms........................................................................................................... 118
8.3 Putting into operation after correcting a fault.................................................................... 120
9 Technical Data 121
9.1 General technical data.................................................................................................. 121
9.2 Model specific technical data ........................................................................................ 122
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9.3 Dimensions XSR.......................................................................................................... 125
10 Information on standards 126
11 Disposal 127
12 Accessories and Spare Parts 128
12.1 Accessories................................................................................................................. 128
12.2 Spare parts ................................................................................................................. 133
12.2.1 Weighing chamber........................................................................................ 133
12.2.2 Packaging all models.................................................................................... 134
Index 135
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1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing a METTLER TOLEDO balance. The balance combines high performance with ease of
use.
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Software version
This Reference Manual refers to the originally installed > software version V 2.0.201.
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For further questions, please contact your authorized METTLER TOLEDO dealer or service representative.
Conventions and symbols
Refers to an external document.
Key and/or button designations and display texts are shown in graphic or bold text (e.g.
Note
For useful information about the product.
Elements of instructions
Prerequisites
§
1 Steps
2 ...
ð Intermediate results
ð Results
, Edit).
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2 Safety Information
Two documents named "User Manual" and "Reference Manual" are available for this instrument.
• The User Manual is printed and delivered with the instrument.
• The electronic Reference Manual contains a full description of the instrument and its use.
• Keep both documents for future reference.
• Include both documents if you transfer the instrument to other parties.
Only use the instrument according to the User Manual and the Reference Manual. If you do not use the
instrument according to these documents or if the instrument is modified, the safety of the instrument may be
impaired and Mettler-Toledo GmbH assumes no liability.
2.1 Definition of signal warning symbols
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety issues and warnings.
Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the instrument, malfunctions and false results.
General hazard Electrical shock
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
A hazardous situation with medium risk, possibly resulting in death or severe injury if
not avoided.
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
A hazardous situation with low risk, resulting in damage to the instrument, other
material damage, malfunctions and erroneous results, or loss of data.
Personal protective equipment
Chemical resistant safety gloves are intended to protect hands against aggressive
chemicals.
The protective goggles protect the eyes from flying parts and liquid splashes.
2.2 Product specific safety notes
Responsibilities of the instrument owner
The instrument owner is the person holding the legal title to the instrument and who uses the instrument or
authorizes any person to use it, or the person who is deemed by law to be the operator of the instrument. The
instrument owner is responsible for the safety of all users of the instrument and third parties.
METTLER TOLEDO assumes that the instrument owner trains users to safely use the instrument in their
workplace and deal with potential hazards. METTLER TOLEDO assumes that the instrument owner provides the
necessary protective gear.
Intended use
This instrument is intended to be used by trained staff. The instrument is intended for weighing purposes. Any
other type of use and operation beyond the limits of technical specifications without written consent from
Mettler-Toledo GmbH is considered as not intended.
Intended use also includes compliance with all the instruction in this User Manual and the Reference Manual
(RM).
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Trained personnel
Persons performing weighing processes must fulfill the following basic knowledge requirements regarding the
handling of METTLER TOLEDO instruments and associated software:
• Are able to complete the tasks entrusted to them and independently detect and avoid any possible dangers.
• Have expertise and experience as well as their familiarity with all applicable regulations.
• Able to prove that they have undergone training.
2.2.1 Safety notes
WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the approved METTLER TOLEDO power supply cable and AC/DC adapter with a
current-limited SELV output.
2 Connect the power cable to a grounded power outlet, ensure correct polarity.
3 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
4 Check the cables and power plug for damage and replace damaged cables and power
plugs.
2.2.2 Accessories and spare parts
NOTICE
Damage or malfunction due to the use of wrong parts
Through the use of the wrong or defective parts, dangers for personnel can occur and
damage, malfunction or total instrument failure can occur.
− Use only original parts supplied or approved by the manufacturer.
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3 Overview and Functions
3.1 Function description
The XSR line comprises a range of balances that differ from each other due to their weighing range and
resolution. The balances of the XSR analytical line combine a large number of weighing and adjustment possibilities with a simple operation handling.
The following features are common to all models of the XSR analytical line:
• 4.3 inch capacitive color TFT-touchscreen.
• Fully automatic adjustment using internal weights.
• Various methods that can be defined individually.
• Various routine tests that can be defined individually.
• Functions to collect data such as settings that have been changed or objects that have been deleted/added.
• Motor driven side doors.
• Easily removable draft shield elements.
• Built-in level sensor and leveling aid for fast and easy leveling.
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3.2 Product Overview
Legend XSR Analytical Balances
Terminal
1
Front panel draft shield
2
Top door draft shield
3
Handle for top door
4
Side door draft shield (right/left)
5
Balance type designation plate
6
Weighing pan
7
Door handle
8
Drip tray
9
Leveling feet
10
Side door release lever
11
Status light
12
Ethernet port
13
USB host ports
14
Service seal
15
Socket for terminal connection cable
16
USB device port
17
Socket for power adapter
18
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3.3 Component description
3.3.1 Draft shield
3.3.2 Weighing pan
The draft shield is a housing device that protects the
weighing area against environmental impacts like
drafts or moisture. The side doors can be opened
manually or automatically. The top door can be
opened manually.
The weighing pan is the load receptor that serves
directly to accommodate the weighing item.
3.3.3 Drip tray
3.3.4 Door handle
The drip tray is positioned below the weighing pan on
the weighing chamber base plate. The primary
purpose of a drip tray is that of a dirt trap to ensure
quick cleaning of the balance.
The door handles are mounted on the door slides and
are used to open the side and top doors of the draft
shield manually.
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3.3.5 Leveling feet
3.3.6 Terminal
The balance stands on two height-adjustable feet.
These feet are used to level the balance.
The 4.3-inch balance terminal has a touch sensitive
display. Further, on the front side of the terminal is a
status light LED strip that indicate the current status of
the balance.
3.3.7 Side door release lever
3.4 Type plate
The information on the type plate helps to identify the balance and terminal.
Terminal type plate
The terminal type plate is located on the terminal and contains the following information:
The side door release lever is located on the back side
of the partition panel and locks/unlocks the draft
shield side door.
1. Terminal type
2. Terminal serial number
Weighing unit type plate
The balance type plate is located on the side of the weighing unit and contains the following information:
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1. Designation of balance model
2. Year of manufacture
3. Readability
4. Maximum capacity
5. Manufacturer
6. Balance type
7. Serial number
8. Power supply
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3.5 Terminal Overview
Key Designation Description
ON/OFF Switches the balance in standby.
To switch the balance completely off, it must be unplugged from
the power supply.
Tare Tares the balance.
This is used when the weighing process involves containers. After
taring the balance, the screen shows Net which indicates that all
displayed weights are net.
Zero Zeros the balance.
The balance must always be zeroed before starting a weighing
process. After zeroing, the balance sets a new zero point.
Home To return from any menu level to the home screen.
Door open Opens the weighing chamber door to the left or to the right
(default value).
Methods Opens the menu Methods.
Protocol Opens the menu Protocol.
Balance menu Opens the Balance menu.
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3.6 User Interface
3.6.1 Main sections at a glance
The user interface is divided in a central home screen and working screen where all the menus and setting can
be found.
No. Screen More information
1 Home screen General Weighing Main screen "General weighing"
2 Working screen Balance menu Work screen "Balance menu"
3 Working screen Methods Work screen "Methods"
4 Working screen Protocol Work screen "Protocol"
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4 Installation and Putting into Operation
4.1 Scope of delivery
The delivery contains the following components:
Balance Documentation
• Weighing unit
• Draft shield
• Drip tray and weighing pan
• Terminal with terminal holder and terminal connection cable
• AC/DC adapter with country-specific power cable
• MC Link Software (only Comparators)
Table set Accessories
• 1 pair of tweezers
• 2 spatulas
• 1 brush
4.2 Selecting the location
A balance is a sensitive precision instrument. The location where it is placed will have a profound effect on the
accuracy of the weighing results.
• User Manual
• Production certificate
• CE declaration of conformity
• 1 ErgoClip basket
• 2 SmartPrep
Requirements of the location
Ensure there is:
• indoor on stable table • with sufficient distance
• in level • adequately lit
(> 15 cm)
Avoid:
• direct sunlight • vibrations • strong drafts • temperature fluctu-
ations
4.3 Unpacking the balance
Check the package, the packaging elements and the delivered components for damages. If any components
are damaged, please contact your METTLER TOLEDO service representative.
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Note
Depending on the balance model, the components may look different. The procedure is always the same.
1 Open the box and lift the package out.
2 Open the lifting strap (1) and remove the user manual
(2).
3 Remove the upper part of the package and remove the
set with the AC adapter with power cable (4), the box
of several accessories (5) and the weighing pan (6).
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4 Carefully remove the terminal (7) and the table set (8).
5 Carefully remove the package set with the draft shield
doors and the display holder (9).
6 Carefully remove the weighing unit (10) from the
bottom packaging.
7 Remove any protective sheets.
8 Store all parts of packaging in a save place for future
use.
ð The weighing unit is ready for assembling.
Note
Immediately inform a Mettler-Toledo GmbH representative in the event of complaints, damaged parts or missing
accessories.
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4.4 Installation
4.4.1 Attaching the terminal
The following procedure describes the assembling of the terminal.
NOTICE
Damage due to careless handling.
Careless proceeding can damage the connection cable.
− Do not kink or twist the cable.
1 Insert the slides of the display holder (1) into the front
of the weighing unit (2).
2 Connect the terminal cable (3) with the terminal (4).
Consider the pin assignment.
3 Place the terminal (5) onto the display holder (6).
4 Carefully tilt the balance to the left side.
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5 Lead the cable (7) through the cable channel (8).
6 Carefully put the balance back on its feet.
7 Insert the terminal cable (9) into the socket of the
balance (10). Consider the pin assignment.
ð The terminal is ready.
4.4.2 Assembling the balance
CAUTION
Injury due to breaking glass.
Careless handling of the glass components can lead to breakage of glass and damage
cuttings.
− Always proceed with focus and care.
Note
Depending on the balance model, the components may look different. The procedure is always the same.
1 Insert the drip tray (1).
2 Carefully mount the weighing pan (2) onto the hooks
(3).
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3 Place the side doors (4) into the grooves of the door
slides (5) and tilt them up until they engage. Consider
the marks on the bottom frames (L = left / R = right).
4 Tilt the side panels (4) towards the weighing platform
until they engage with the door lever (6).
5 Insert the front panel (7) into the grooves (8) and tilt it
up until it engages.
6 Fit the top door (9) into the slides (10) and push it in.
ð The balance is assembled and ready for putting into
operation.
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4.5 Putting into operation
4.5.1 Connecting the balance to the mains
WARNING
Death or serious injury due to electric shock
Contact with parts that carry a live current can lead to death or injury.
1 Only use the approved METTLER TOLEDO power supply cable and AC/DC adapter with a
current-limited SELV output.
2 Connect the power cable to a grounded power outlet, ensure correct polarity.
3 Keep all electrical cables and connections away from liquids and moisture.
4 Check the cables and power plug for damage and replace damaged cables and power
plugs.
The balance is supplied with a universal AC/DC adapter or an AC/DC adapter with a country-specific power
cable.
• Insert the power cable in a grounded power outlet that is easily accessible.
• Install the cables so that they cannot be damaged or interfere with operation.
− Connect the AC/DC adapter (1) to the socket.
4.5.2 Switching on the balance
EULA (End User License Agreement)
When the balance is switched on the first time, the EULA appears on the screen. Read the conditions and tap I
accept the terms in the license agreement. and tap
Warming up
Before the balance gives reliable results, it must warm up first. This takes at least 120 minutes after connecting
the balance. When the balance is switched on from standby it is ready immediately.
Note
Do not use a multiple switched socket outlet.
The balance has warmed up.
§
− Press
ð The main weighing screen will appear.
When the balance is switched on for the first time, the main weighing screen will appear. However, it will
always start with the screen of the application last used before switching it off.
.
OK.
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4.5.3 Leveling the balance
Exact horizontal and stable positioning are essential for repeatable and accurate weighing results.
If the message Balance is out of level appears. Tap
screen to level the balance.
Find the leveling aid also in the menu:
Navigation:
− Turn both leveling feets (1) until the dot is in the center
of the level indicator
Balance menu > Leveling aid
4.5.4 Performing an internal adjustment
Before performing an internal adjustment, its parameters must be defined.
1 Tap
2 Tap Start adjustment.
3 Tap
4 Tap
The Balance is now ready for use.
More on the main Screen.
ð Internal adjustment is being executed.
ð When the adjustment has been completed, an overview of the adjustment results appears.
Print if you want to print the results.
Finish adjustment.
. The Leveling aid opens. Follow the instructions on the
4.6 Transporting the balance
4.6.1 Transporting the balance over short distanes
1 Switch off the balance and unplug all interface cables.
2 Hold the weighing platform with both hands and carry
the balance in horizontal position to the target location.
Consider the requirements of the location.
If you want the balance put into operation, proceed as
follows:
1 Connect in reverse order.
2 Level the balance.
3 Perform an internal adjustment.
See also
2 Performing an internal adjustment}Page22
2 Leveling the balance}Page22
2 Selecting the location}Page15
4.6.2 Transporting the balance over long distances
For transporting the balance over long distances, always using the original packaging.
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4.6.3 Packaging and storage
Package
Store all parts of packaging in a safe place. The elements of the original packaging are developed specifically
for the balance and its components and ensure maximum protection during transportation or storage.
Storage
Only store the balance under the following conditions:
• Indoor and in the original packaging
• according to the environmental condition, see chapter "Technical data"
• When storing for longer than 6 months, the rechargeable battery may become empty (only Date and Time
get lost).
4.7 Installing devices
4.7.1 Connecting a printer via USB
Requirements:
• The USB connection cable is connected to the printer.
• The printer is connected to the mains and switched on.
• The main weighing screen is shown on the balance terminal.
NOTICE
Damage to the device due to non-observance of the printer manual.
− For all work with the printer consult and consider the original User Manual.
1 Connect the USB cable (1) to the USB port (2) of the balance.
ð The balance detects the printer automatically and the dialog Add device appears.
ð A message, e. g., "System has found a device of type: Printer P-XX" appears.
2 Set a name for the printer, then tap Next.
ð The message "The connection to the device is
configured and is now ready to use" appears.
3 Tap
4 If needed, configure the printer or print a test page.
OK to close the dialog.
ð The printer is connected and saved to the system.
ð The dialog Printer settings opens.
Connecting the printer via balance settings
Another way to connect a printer is through the balance settings.
Navigation:
Requirements:
• The USB connection cable is connected to the printer.
• The printer is connected to the mains and switched on.
1 Tap
ð The message "Please connect the device via USB."
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers
Add device.
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2 Connect the USB cable to one of the USB device ports and follow the wizard through the installation
process.
4.7.1.1 Connecting a printer via bluetooth
Navigation:
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers
Requirements:
• Bluetooth is activated in the balance settings.Bluetooth
• The printer is switched on.
1 Connect the bluetooth USB adaptor (1) to one of the USB device ports (2) of the balance.
2 Connect the bluetooth RS adaptor (3) to the printer (4).
3 Tap Add device.
ð The dialog Add device opens.
4 Select Bluetooth connection and tap
Next.
ð The dialog "seaching for devices" opens and a list
of possible bluetooth devices is displayed.
5 Check the bottom of the bluetooth RS adaptor (3) at
the printer for the MAC address (4) (Unique device
address), select this one in the list and tap
Next
6 The dialog Authentication activated opens and the
PIN Code is displayed.
7 Tap
Next to confirm the bluetooth connection.
ð The dialog closes, the printer is connected to the balance via bluetooth.
ð The dialog Printer settings opens.
8 If needed, configure the printer or print a test page.
Note
If the USB adapter is removed from the balance and plugged in again, the bluetooth connection will be detected
automatically. This may take up to 30 seconds.
Note
The balance always pairs with the bluetooth RS adaptor, but not with the printer that is attached to it. As soon
as the user "re-uses" a bluetooth RS adaptor for another printer, the user must remove the configured printer in
the balance software and add the new one.
4.7.2 Connecting USB devices
This section describes the connection of USB devices without an own power supply. For example an EasyScan
USB (RFID reader), a foot switch or an ErgoSens. The following connection procedure is the same for all USB
devices.
Requirements:
• The USB connection cable is connected to the USB device.
• The main weighing screen is shown on the balance terminal.
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NOTICE
Damage to the device due to non-observance of the USB device manual.
− For all work with the USB device consult and consider the original User Manual.
1 Connect the USB cable (1) to one of the USB device ports (2) of the balance.
ð The balance detects the USB device automatically and the dialog Add device with a message, e.g.,
"System has found a device of type: XXX" appears.
2 Set a name for the USB device, then tap Next.
ð The message "The connection to the device is
configured and is now ready to use." appears.
3 Tap
For more information on using the USB device, see chapter
Devices / Printer settings.
OK to close the dialog.
ð The USB device is connected and saved to the
system.
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5 Operation
General Weighing
Tap here to enter the target weight
Sample ID
Enter here
Enter here
Task ID
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Edit
Complete
Add to protocol
More
Balance menu
Leveling aid
Balance info
Settings
History
Maintenance
1
2
3
5
6
4
Close
Blocking
5.1 User interface
5.1.1 Home screen "General weighing"
Pos. Name Description
Level indicator Indicates if the balance is leveled (green) or not (red).
1
Weighing value field Shows the current weighing value.
2
Info weight Shows the current weighing value in another unit.
3
4 Button Add to
protocol
Weighing action field This field contains actions referring to the current task.
5
Method information
6
area
Weighing-in aid Defines a target weight with upper und lower tolerances.
7
Weighing value area In this area the result of the current weighing process is shown.
8
Method name Shows the name of the current method.
9
Adds the result to the protocol.
Depending on the selected method the button can have different functions.
Contains information about sample, method or task IDs.
5.1.2 Work screen "Balance menu"
Pos. Name Description
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1 Leveling aid
2 History
3 Balance info
Opens the leveling dialog.
Opens the history dialog.
Shows Balance information.
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Pos. Name Description
Methods
Methods list
Tests
Adjustments
General Weighing
This balance supports the following
method types:
General Weighing
Simple formulation
Piece Counting
Titration
1
2
3
Edit
More
Start method
New
Close
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4 Settings
5 Maintenance
6 Exit / Block balance
5.1.3 Work screen "Methods"
Pos. Name Description
Methods list Working with Methods.
1
Test Working with routine test.
2
Adjustments Lists all internal or external adjustments. Adjustment can be edited, created and
3
Opens the complete settings dialog.
Opens the balance maintenance dialog.
Opens the logout / block balance dialog.
• General Weighing
• Interval Weighing
• Piece Counting
• Simple formulation
• Titration
• Density determination
The Methods can be edited, cloned, started or created. Weighing Methods
• Sensitivity tests
• Repeatability tests
• Eccentricity tests
Routine test can be edited, started or created. Tests
started. Adjustments
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5.1.4 Work screen " Protocol"
Protocol
General Weighing
Not OK
Result State
Sample ID
Gross weight
Timestamp
Stability
OK
1
2
3
4
5
8
7
6
Close
More
Exclude result
Complete
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Pos. Name Description
Result state Shows the state of weighing process.
1
Sample ID Shows the Sample ID of the weighing.
2
Gross weight Shows the gross weight.
3
Timestamp Shows the time an date of the protocol.
4
Balance status Shows stability, level state of the balance, minimum weight, tolerance state and
5
Exclude result Excludes the actual protocol result.
6
More
7
Complete
8
test and adjustment state.
Opens the dialog More.
• Change display unit
• Configure tare
• Configure zero
• Save as method with templates
Opens the dialog Complete task.
• Print task label manually
• Print protocol manually
• Export protocol manually
5.1.5 Surface navigation of the touchscreen
NOTICE
Damage to the touch screen due to pointed or sharp objects
− Operate the touch screen with your fingers.
The surface navigation of the touch screen works like a common touchscreen.
For selecting or activating an icon or a function
− Tap it.
For scrolling a screen or a scroll bar
− Move it up/down.
For using a drawer
− Drag it.
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5.1.6 Input dialog
Task ID
1
3
2
4
5
6
7
5.1.6.1 Entering characters and numbers
Pos. Name Explanation
Input field Shows the data that has been entered.
1
Delete Deletes the character left of the current curser position. The curser can be
2
positioned by using the touchscreen.
Discard Closes the keyboard dialog.
3
Confirm Confirms the entered data.
4
Numbers and special
5
characters
Shift Switches between lower or upper case letters.
6
Menu section title Shows the title of the current setting section.
7
Switches into the special character mode.
5.1.6.2 Changing date and time
Pos. Name Explanation
Pick button Increment
1
Picker field Shows the defined time or date.
2
Pick button Decrement
3
Note
The format of date and time can be defined in the settings via the options Date format and Time format.
5.1.7 System status icons
System messages can appear due to a user action, a user input or a system process. Some messages leave it
up to the user to choose upon acting, they will disappear after acknowledging. Other messages remain
persistent, so the user can defer them but eventually has to handle them. These messages can be seen in the
main status bar on the upper right-hand side of the display.
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Icon Name Description
GWP
GWP
GWP
The balance is out of level. The balance must be leveled. Information about leveling the
Information Information messages appear due to user actions or system
Warning Warning messages appear due to user actions or system
Error Error messages appear due to user actions or system processes
5.1.8 Weighing status icons
Weighing status icons appear due to the weight value matching certain quality criteria. The information on the
status can be looked by tapping on any of the visible weighing status icons.
Icon Name Description
Stability indicator When the stability indicator appears, the balance is not stable.
Net indicator Appears when the tare key has been pressed and the tare weight
balance can be found in the section [Leveling the
balance}Page22]. When the balance is leveled the symbol
appears.
processes and offer opportunities that are related to the current
action or process.
processes that could lead to a problem that can be prevented.
that have failed. It is mostly still possible to handle such a
problem.
Make sure that the balance is placed at an adequate location.
Information about the adequate location can be found in the
section [Selecting the location}Page15].
has been subtracted.
Minimum weight violation The current weight value undershoots the defined minimum
weight definition. Make sure that the weight is not below the
minimum weight.
Calculated value The current weight value is calculated. The symbol only appears
when a container has been used with the function Pretare.
Balance invalid The current balance configuration is invalid or quality criteria have
not been fulfilled according to the GWP approved definition.
Weight not ready The current weight measurement is not ready according to the
GWP approved definition. This can be caused by undershooting
the minimum weight, an overload or an underload.
Weight ready The current weight measurement is ready according to the GWP
approved definition. It can be added to the protocol.
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5.2 Performing a simple weighing
5.2.1 Opening/closing the draft shield doors
− Open the door manually with the door handle (1) or
touch the key
The doors can be configured to open and close in different
ways. For further information see Door automation.
5.2.2 Taring the balance
If a weighing container is used, the balance must be tared.
1 Clear the weighing pan.
2 Close the side door.
3 Tap
4 Open the side door.
5 Place the container (1) on the weighing pan (2).
6 Close the side door.
7 Tap
ð The balance is tared. The icon
on the terminal (2).
to zero the balance.
to tare the balance.
appears.
5.2.3 Zeroing the balance
1 Open the draft shield.
2 Clear the weighing pan.
3 Close the draft shield.
4 Tap
ð The balance is zeroed.
to zero the balance.
5.2.4 Inserting a weighing object
1 Place the object (1) onto the weighing pan (2), or into
the container (1).
2 Close the door manually or touch the key
terminal alternatively.
on the
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5.2.5 Performing the weighing
1 Wait until the weight value is stable.
2 Tap
ð The weight value has been transferred to the section Protocol.
Add to protocol if you want to report the weighing result.
5.2.6 Completing the weighing
1 To save the weighing protocol, tap
ð The window Complete task opens.
2 Select an option to save or print the protocol.
ð The respective menu window opens.
3 Choose your saving device and tap
ð The protocol is saved/printed but deleted from the protocol screen.
5.3 Balance menu
The Balance menu contains general settings and information.
To open the section Balance menu tap the symbol on
The section Balance menu is divided into the following sub-sections.
Leveling aid (see Leveling aid )
•
History (see History )
•
Balance info (see Balance info )
•
Settings (see Settings )
•
Maintenance (see Maintenance )
•
Block balance (see Exit / Block the balance)
•
5.3.1 Leveling aid
Exact horizontal positioning and stable installation is essential for repeatable and accurate weighing results.
With the Leveling aid the balance can be leveled.
Complete.
Complete
the right side of the terminal.
Navigation:
For more information see chapter [Leveling the balance}Page22].
Note
After leveling the balance an internal adjustment must be performed.
5.3.2 History
The balance permanently records the tests and adjustments that are performed. In the section History they are
recorded.
Navigation:
The section History is divided into the following sub-sections.
•
Adjustments, see below.
Tests, see below.
•
Service, see below.
•
Balance menu > Leveling aid
Balance menu > History
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5.3.2.1 Adjustments
Navigation:
Symbol Description Procedure
5.3.2.2 Tests
Navigation:
Symbol Description Procedure
Balance menu > History > Adjustments
Filter Tap to Filter the adjustment history by a defined date range or by a user ID.
Print
Close Tap to return to the section History
Tap to print the adjustment history list.
Balance menu > History > Tests
Filter Tap to Filter the test history by a defined date range or by a user ID.
Print
Tap to print the test history list.
5.3.2.3 Service
Navigation:
Symbol Description Procedure
5.3.3 Balance info
Navigation:
The section Balance info shows numerous information about the specific balance such:
• Identification
• Hardware
• Software
• Maintainance
Close Tap to return to the section History.
Balance menu > History > Service
Filter Tap to Filter the service history by a defined date range or by technician.
Print
Close Tap to return to the section History.
Tap to print the service history list.
Balance menu > Balance info
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Symbol Description Procedure
5.3.4 Settings
This section describes the procedure for adapting the balance to suit specific requirements. The system settings
apply to the entire weighing system and therefore to all user profiles and applications.
License
Tap to open the licence agreement.
agreement
Close Tap to return to the section History.
Navigation:
Balance menu > Settings
The section Settings is divided into the following sub-sections:
•
Balance
Interfaces
•
Devices / Printers
•
LabX / Services
•
Balance settings
Navigation:
The section balance settings is divided into the following sub-sections:
•
Weighing / Quality
Doors
•
Date / Time / Language / Format
•
Screen / StatusLight / Sound
•
General
•
Balance menu > Settings > Balance
Weighing / Quality
Navigation:
Balance menu > Settings > Balance > Weighing / Quality
Parameter Description Values
Leveling warning
Defines the behaviour of the option Leveling warning.
When the option Forced leveling is selected and the balance is
out of level, a weighing value cannot be added to the protocol
Inactive | Optional
leveling* | Forced
leveling
(green button disabled).
Tolerance profiles A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
This option has several sub-sections and is described later in this
chapter.
Automatic weight
value output
Defines if and in which manner (MT-SICS and / or HID) the
weighing values should be exported.
MT-SICS | HID |* Both
This option has several sub-sections and is described later in this
chapter.
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GWP Approved
mode
Good Weighing Practice (GWP®) is a program started by
METTLER TOLEDO to help customers operate their weighing
equipment in a safe and efficient way. It covers every relevant
step in the life cycle of the instrument and provides clear guidance
on how to specify, calibrate and operate weighing instruments.
The GWP Approved mode observes if the following conditions are
given:
• Use of an appropriate tolerance profile.
• FACT was successful.
• Required tests were successful.
• Setting up of enforced leveling.
• No MinWeigh violation.
If all conditions are given, the balance adds the GWP Approved
sign behind every weighing result.
The GWP Approved mode can only be enabled by a METTLER
TOLEDO service technician.
Balance recalib.
reminder
Action when
calib. expired
Defines whether the user is reminded about the upcoming exipry
date of the calibration.
Defines the action when the calibration has expired.
Block: The balance will be blocked. In this case, the balance
cannot be used anymore until a user with the appropriate right
unblocks the balance.
Days before
blocking
Weight recalib.
reminder
Defines the number of days before the reminder informs about the
upcoming expiry date.
Defines whether the user is reminded about the upcoming expiry
date of the test weight calibration.
Service reminder Defines whether the user is reminded about the upcoming due
date of the service.
Active | Inactive*
Active* | Inactive
None* | Block
Days (30 days* |
0...400 days)
Active | Inactive*
Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
Tolerance profiles
In this section profiles for weighing can be created. Setting and tolerances can be defined for the created profile.
Creating Tolerance profile
1 Tap
New to create a new profile.
2 Define the profile settings.
3 When all the settings have been defined, tap
OK.
ð The system returns to the profile list and the new profile appears on the list.
Parameter Description Values
Name Defines the name of the profile. Text (0...22 characters)
Indicator Defines the color of the indicator icon for the tolerance profile. The
icon will appear above the weighing value unit. When a color is
selected, a description of max. 3 characters can be added.
Calibration
Selects a calibration certificate. Calibration certificate |
certificate
None* I Neutral I White I
Yellow I Red I Blue I
Green | Black
None*
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Environment Defines the environmental conditions of the balance.
Very stable: For an environment that is free from any drafts and
vibrations.
Stable: For an environment that is practically free from drafts and
vibrations.
Standard: For an average working environment subject to
moderate variations in the ambient conditions.
Unstable: For an environment where the conditions are from time
to time changing.
Very unstable: For an environment where the conditions are
continuously changing.
Weighing mode Defines the weighing mode of the balance.
Universal: For all standard weighing applications.
Sensor mode: Depending on the setting of the ambient
conditions, this setting delivers a filtered weighing signal of
varying strength. The filter has a linear characteristic in relation to
time (not adaptive) and is suitable for continuous measured
value processing.
Value release Defines how fast a measured value is recognized by the balance
as stable and released.
Very fast: For very fast value release with increased repeatability.
Fast: For fast value release with increased repeatability.
Fast and reliable: For very fast value release with reliable
repeatability.
Reliable: For value release with lower but reliable repeatability.
Very reliable: For extended settling time with low repeatability.
Display
readability
Zero drift
compensation
Allowed units Defines the units that are allowed in this tolerance profile. The available values are
Determines the readability [d] of the balance display.
1d: Shows the maximum resolution
2d: Shows the final digit in increments of 2
5d: Shows the final digit in increments of 5
10d: 10x smaller resolution
100d: 100x smaller resolution
1000d: 1000x smaller resolution
The function Zero drift compensation performs ongoing
corrections of deviations from zero which may occur, for
example, as a result of small amounts of dirt on the weighing
pan.
This menu option is not available for "Approved balances", as the
settings are predefined.
Very stable| Stable|
Standard*| Unstable|
Very unstable
Universal* | Sensor
mode
Very fast | Fast* | Fast
and reliable | Reliable |
Very reliable
1d* | 2d | 5d | 10d |
100d | 1000d
Active*| Inactive
model-specific.
* Factory setting
Automatic weight value output
The balance can be connected to a PC with a USB cable. That way, weighing results can be directly transferred
into an application (e.g. Microsoft Excel).
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Parameter Description Values
Target Defines the way the weighing values are transferred.
HID* | MT-SICS | Both
HID (Human Interaction Device): Transfers simple character
streams (e.g. weight values) to a desktop computer without
installing additional drivers (comparable to a keyboard). The
format of a transferred weighing value can be configured.
MT-SICS: The data is transferred in MT-SICS format (METTLER
TOLEDO Standard Interface Command Set). MT-SICS operates
bidirectional, i.e. usually balance sends the confirmations to the
host and receives commands. A separate reference manual is
available for MT-SICS.
Weight field
length
Sign Defines if the weighing result is displayed with an algebraic sign.
Defines the number of digits that will be transferred into the application on the PC, e.g. into an Excel field
For all values: Each weighing result is preceded by a plus or
Numeric (1* | 0...20)
For all values | For
negative values*
minus sign.
For negative values: Only negative values are preceded by a
minus sign. Positive values are transferred without algebraic sign.
Sign position Defines if the algebraic sign is positioned at the first place of the
weight field or directly in front of the weight digits.
Decimal delimiter Defines the character used to separate the whole and fractional
Left of weight field | Left
of weight digits*
, | .*
part of a numeric value.
Net indicator In the standard output format, net weights are not specially
Active | Inactive*
marked. To place an N in front of net weights, this function can
be activated. The net symbol is left-justified in the field.
Net indicator field
length
Defines the field length of the Net indicator.
This option only appears when the option Net indicator is set to
Numeric (2*| 1 ... 2)
Active.
Unit Defines if a weighing unit is being shown in the weighing field. Active* | Inactive
Unit field length Defines the field length of the weighing unit.
Numeric (1*| 1...6)
This option only appears when the option Unit is set to Active.
Field delimiter Defines a character or sequence of characters to separate data
Outside* | TAB | , | ;
fields.
End of line
character
Defines a character or sequence of characters signifying the end
of a line.
CRLF* | CR | LF | TAB |
Outside | Enter
* Factory setting
Door automation
Navigation:
Balance menu > Settings > > Balance > Doors
Each of the following doors can be managed separately:
• Door left
• Door right
Door automation for the doors
Door drive mode
Door opening
Defines the mode to open/close the door.
Defines how far the door open.
The following options appears only when Motorized is selected
as the door drive mode.
Enter the value manually or capture it by tapping on
will be open with the configured value.
Motorized* | Manual
Numeric (1...100%)
. The door
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Door key left
Door key right
Devices
Automatic
(Tare / Zero /
Result)
Defines the automation of the left door key on the Terminal.
Defines the automation of the right door key on the Terminal.
Defines the door opening or closing via an external device, such
an ErgoSens or a footswitch.
Automatic (Tare / Zero / Result): Closes the door automatically
when taring, zeroing the balance or adding to protocol.
Date, time and language adjustment
Active | Inactive*
Active | Inactive*
Active | Inactive*
Active | Inactive*
Navigation:
Parameter Description Values
Date Defines the current date. Use the pick buttons Increment/
Time Defines the current time.
Language Defines the language of the interface navigation. English| Deutsch|
Time zone Selects a time zone. see list on the screen
Date format Selects the date format. D.MMM.YYYY* | MMM D
Time format Selects the time format. 24:MM* | 12:MM |
Keyboard layout Defines the language of the keyboard layout. English| German|
Balance menu > Settings > Balance > Date / Time / Language / Format
Date
Decrement to define the date.
Time
Use the pick buttons Increment/Decrement to define the time.
Français| 日本語| 中
文| Español| Italiano|
Русский| Português|
Polski| Magyar|
Čeština
YYYY | DD.MM.YYYY |
MM/DD/YYYY | YYYYMM-DD | YYYY/MM/DD |
YYYY年M月D日
24.MM | 12.MM
French| Spanish|
Japanese| Simplified
Chinese| Russian|
Czech| Polish|
Hungarian
* Factory setting
Screen, status and sound setting
Navigation:
Parameter Description Values
Screen brightness Defines the brightness of the display. 20 % | 40 % | 60 % |
Sound volume Defines the volume of the terminal sound. Inactive | 20% | 40% |
Sound on key
press
Sound on info Defines if there is a sound when an information appears on the
Sound on
warning
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Balance menu > Settings > Balance > Screen / StatusLight / Sound
80 %* | 100 %
60%* | 80% | 100%
Defines if there is a sound when a key is pressed. Active* | Inactive
Active* | Inactive
screen.
Defines is there is a sound when a warning appears on the
screen.
Active* | Inactive
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Sound on error Defines is there is a sound in case of an error. Active* | Inactive
StatusLight Activates/deactivates the status light.
Active (without green light): All current status of the balance are
monitored, the red/yellow lights will turn on if needed, but the
green light will stay turned off.
StatusLight
brightness
* Factory setting
Defines the brightness of the activated status light.
This option appears only when the option StatusLight is set to
Active or Active (without green light).
Active* | Active (without
green light) | Inactive
20 % | 40 % | 60 %* |
80 % | 100 %
General setting
Navigation:
Parameter Description Values
Balance ID Defines the ID of the balance. Text (0...22 characters)
Standby Activates/deactivates the automatic standby mode.
Wait time Defines after how many minutes the balance switches automat-
Software update
on system startup
Balance menu > Settings > > Balance General
Active: The standby mode becomes active after a configurable
time period the balance was not used.
Inactive: The standby mode has to be activated manually by
tapping the ON/OFF button.
ically in standby mode when not used.
This option is only activated when the option Standby is set to
Active.
With this option activated the update of the firmware can be
performed from a USB storage device.
Active* | Inactive
Numeric (10 minutes* |
0...60 minutes)
Active* | Inactive
Interface setting
Navigation:
The section Interfaces has the following sub-section:
•
Ethernet
Bluetooth
•
Balance menu > Settings > Interfaces
Ethernet
With the option DHCP activated, the parameters for the ethernet connection will be automatically set. With the
option Manual activated, the options for the ethernet connection must be set manually by the user.
Navigation:
Parameter Description Values
Host name Shows the balance host name. The host name can be defined via
MAC address Information on the MAC address (Media Access Control) that is
Network configuration
IP address If the IP is not to be automatically obtained, you can enter it here. 000.000.000.000 …
Balance menu > Settings > Interfaces > Ethernet
Settings > General > Balance ID.
used to uniquely identify the balance in the network.
DHCP: The parameters for the ethernet connection will be
automatically set.
Manual: The options for the ethernet connection must be set
manually by the user.
Numeric (22* | 0 ... 22)
-
DHCP*| Manual
255.255.255.255
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Subnet mask Defines the subnet mask that is used by the TCP/IP protocol to
determine whether a host is on the local subnet or on a remote
network.
DNS server
(primary)
DNS server
(secondary)
Default gateway Defines the address of the default gateway that links the host's
* Factory setting
Defines the domain name server address of the primary server. 000.000.000.000 …
Defines the domain name server address of the secondary DNS
server.
subnet to other networks.
Bluetooth
000.000.000.000 …
255.255.255.255
255.255.255.255
000.000.000.000 …
255.255.255.255
000.000.000.000 …
255.255.255.255
Navigation:
Balance menu > Settings > Interfaces > Bluetooth
Bluetooth identification
Parameter Description Values
Activation
With the option Bluetooth you have the possibility to communicate with a printer via a bluetooth.
Inactive* | Active
Devices / Printer settings
In this section optional external devices such as printers, barcode scanners, etc. can be added and configured.
Navigation:
The section is divided into the following sub-section:
•
Label printer
Strip printer
•
Barcode reader
•
ErgoSens
•
Foot switch
•
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers
Label printer
Navigation:
1 Tap
ð Printer type, name, status and settings are shown.
2 Tap
ð The dialog printer settings opens.
Parameter Description Values
Printer category Defines the type of the printer.
Device Allows to activate or deactivate the device. Activated* | Deactivated
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Label printer
for more information and printer settings.
Printer settings.
Label Printer allows the printing of weighing results on label
stickers.
Strip printer| Label
printer*
Printing a test page
− To print a test page, tap
Print test page
Deleting label printer
1 To delete the installed label printer from the system, tap
ð The message " Are you sure you would like to delete the selected printer?" is shown.
2 To delete, tap
ð The device is deleted.
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Delete device.
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Note
It is possible to use a label printer and a strip printer with the balance.
Strip printer
Navigation:
1 Tap
ð Printer type, name, status and settings are shown.
2 Tap
ð The dialog printer settings opens.
Parameter Description Values
Printer category Defines the type of the printer.
Device Allows to activate or inactivate the device. Activated* | Deactivated
Line end Defines the line end character for printing. The values set here
Character set Defines the communication specific character code. The values
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Strip printer
for more information and printer settings.
Printer settings
Strip printer allows the printing of weighing results on strip paper.
have to match the printer settings.
set here have to match the printer settings.
Strip printer | Label
printer*
<CR> <LF>* | <CR> |
<LF>
ANSI/WIN | IBM/DOS |
UTF8*
Printing a test page
− To print a test page, tap
Print test page
Deleting strip printer
1 To delete the installed strip printer from the system, tap
ð The message " Are you sure you would like to delete the selected printer?" is shown.
2 To delete, tap
ð The device is deleted.
OK. To cancel the delete dialog, tap Cancel
Delete device.
Barcode reader
Navigation:
1 Tap
ð Type, name and status are shown.
2 To change the name of the device, tap Name, enter the name and tap
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Barcode reader
for more information and barcode reader settings.
.
Deleting barcode reader device
1 To delete the installed barcode reader from the system, tap
ð The delete reader dialog request opens.
2 To delete, tap
OK. To cancel the delete dialog, tap Cancel.
Barcode reader.
ErgoSens
Navigation:
1 Tap
ð Type, name and status are shown.
2 To change the name of the device, tap Name, enter the name and tap
3 To select the function of the ErgoSens, tap
Parameter Description Values
Function Defines the function of hands-free operating that can be used to
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > ErgoSens
for more information and ErgoSens settings.
and select an option.
execute certain weighing functions.
.
None* | Doors | Zero |
Tare | Add result
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Deleting ErgoSens device
1 To delete the installed ErgoSens from the system, tap
ð The delete reader dialog request opens.
2 To delete, tap
OK. To cancel the delete dialog, tap Cancel.
Delete device.
Foot switch
Navigation:
1 Tap
ð Type, name and status are shown.
2 To change the name of the device, tap Name, enter the name and tap
3 To select the function of the Foot switch, tap
Parameter Description Values
Function Defines the function be used to execute certain weighing
Balance menu > Settings > Devices / Printers > Foot switch
for more information and foot switch settings.
.
and select an option.
functions.
None* | Doors | Zero |
Tare | Add result
Deleting foot switch device
1 To delete the installed foot switch from the system, tap
ð The deleting dialog request opens.
2 To delete, tap
OK. To cancel the delete dialog, tap Cancel.
Delete device.
Adding a new device
1 To add a new device, tap
ð The Add device dialog opens.
2 To add a device, connect it to the USB port.
ð If you are installing a barcode reader you can scan the barcode from the device.
3 Tap
4 Scan the barcode from the device.
5 To cancel the dialog, tap
Tools and tap Next.
ð The barcode of the device is shown.
ð The barcode is identified from the balance and the new device is connected.
More, tap Add device
Cancel.
LabX / Services settings
To enable communication between LabX and instruments, the appropriate settings in the instruments must
correspond with the settings in LabX.
LabX synchronizes the date and time on the instruments with the LabX Server each time a connection is made
and each time a task is started. When an instrument is connected, the user interface language on the
connected instrument is changed to the language currently installed on the LabX installation.
Navigation:
Parameter Description Values
LabX service
MT-SICS service
* Factory setting
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Balance menu > Settings > LabX / Services
Network: A network connection to LabX will be established on
startup.
Inactive: No connection to LabX will be established.
USB: A USB connection to LabX will be established on startup.
Network: A network connection to MT-SICS will be established on
startup.
Inactive: No connection to MT-SICS will be established.
USB: A USB connection to MT-SICS will be established on startup.
Network| Inactive*|
USB
Network| Inactive*|
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Printing the settings
When all the balance settings are configured, you can print the complete list to archive the information.
Navigation:
− To print the balance settings, tap
ð The complete balance settings are printed.
Balance menu > Settings > More
5.3.5 Maintenance
Navigation:
The section Maintenance is divided into the following sub-sections:
•
Import / Export
Software update
•
Reset
•
Service
•
5.3.5.1 Import / export data
Navigation:
The import or export of data can be used to save or transfer data from one balance to another.
The following data can be imported or exported:
• Balance settings
• Methods
• Tests and weights
Balance menu > Maintenance
Balance menu > Maintenance > Import / Export
Print
Exporting data and settings
1 Select
ð The dialog Export data and settings opens.
2 Select Export and tap
ð The window Export data and settings appears.
3 Select the data type(s) you want to export.
4 Plug in the USB storage device in the USB port.
5 Tap
ð A list of available USB storage devices opens.
6 Select the target USB storage device to store the data.
7 Tap
ð The system exports the data to the USB storage device. If the export was successful, the screen shows
8 Tap
Export data and settings.
Export.
Next.
with the file name and its target folder.
Close to finish the process.
Importing data and settings
With the function Import data and settings, settings from other balances can be imported to this balance. It is
also possible to re-import settings that have been exported.
5.3.5.2 Updating the software
Next
Navigation:
All information to perform an update is described in chapter [Updating the software}Page117].
Balance menu > Maintenance > Software update
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5.3.5.3 Resetting
Navigation:
Resetting the balance
1 To delete the data for test history and adjustment history, activate the option Also delete test and
adjustment history.
2 Tap
ð The window Reset balance opens and warns that some data will be lost by resetting the balance.
3 Tap
ð The balance software restarts in factory state.
5.3.5.4 Service
Navigation:
Symbol Description Procedure
Balance menu > Maintenance > Reset
NOTICE
Reset causes data loss
Resetting the balance will delete user application data and set the user configuration back to
factory state.
Next.
Reset balance.
Balance menu > Maintenance > Service
Show
adjustment
state
Save support
files
Import log
configuration
Tap to open information about:
- Temperature correction
- Production and user linearization
- User, production and standard calibration
Tap to save support files (all relevant information to an error) on a USB
storage device like an USB stick to send it to a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
Tap to import log configurations from a USB storage device like an USB stick
to send it to a METTLER TOLEDO representative.
5.3.6 Block the balance
Navigation:
Blocking the balance
1 To block the balance tap
ð The dialog Block balance opens.
2 Tap
ð The blocking procedure is canceled or the balance is blocked. If the balance will be full blocked the
dialog Block balance opens.
3 Enter your unlocking password and tap
ð The balance is blocked and the blocking screen opens.
Unblock the balance
Note
1 To unblock the balance tap
2 Confirm unblocking in the next dialog. Tap
ð The balance is unblocked and the main screen opens.
Balance menu > Blocking
to cancel the blocking procedure or tap Block balance.
Blocking.
Block balance.
Unblock balance.
Unblock balance.
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6 Software description
Methods
Methods list
Tests
Adjustments
General Weighing
This balance supports the following
method types:
General Weighing
Simple formulation
Piece Counting
Titration
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6.1 Weighing methods
6.1.1 Introduction
A weighing method is an application for carrying out specific weighing tasks. The balance offers the method
"General Weighing" with default parameters. You have the possibility to create a maximum of 50 methods and
edit the methods. You can use these methods for your weighing task or edit them according to your
requirements. Methods can also be deleted or cloned.
To support you while configuring new methods, a configuration wizard leads you through the whole process.
The changes performed to a method are recorded in the change history (if activated).
This chapter guides you step-by-step through the different methods. Next you will get an overview about all
possible methods, before all methods are explained separately. Every method section is composed as follows:
• 1. Method description
• 2. Creating a new method
• 3. Configure the method parameter
• 4. Perform the method
• 5. Clone the method
• 6. Delete the method
6.1.2 Method Overview
In the section Methods list you get an overview of all possible methods. In this section new methods can be
defined, existing methods can be edited, cloned or deleted. It is also the starting point for using any method in
a weighing procedure.
Navigation:
Methods
The following methods are possible:
•
General Weighing (see section [Method General weiging}Page46] )
Simple formulation (see section [Method Simple formulation}Page56])
•
Piece Counting (see section [Method Piece counting}Page66])
•
Titration (see section [Method Titration}Page76] )
•
Density determination (see section [Method Density determination}Page83])
•
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6.1.3 Method General weiging
6.1.3.1 Method description
This section describes the method General Weighing. The method General Weighing offers the basic weighing
functions (zeroing, taring, weighing). The method is used for simple weighing tasks or to perform a series of
check weighing or dosing.
This section describes how to create a new method with the method wizard, how to work with the method and
the method settings. The parameter of the weighing item (e.g. sample ID and target weight) can either be
entered manually or by using a template. Therefore two different methods exist:
• General Weighing: Select this method if you want to work without pre-defined templates.
• General Weighing with templates: Select this method if you want to use a template to define the
parameters for the weighing item. Templates are helpful to save time while weighing items with the same
parameters and to ensure the consistent use of the parameters. For further information see Using templates.
In the section Method settings the descriptions of the settings for both methods General Weighing and General
Weighing with templates can be found.
You have the possibility to start with method factory setting parameter or to create a new method with changed
method parameter.
6.1.3.2 Creating a new method for general weighing
Navigation:
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
ð The method wizard opens, starting at 1. Method type.
3 Tap Method type and select the method type General Weighing or General Weighing with templates.
4 Tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 2. Identification.
5 Define the Method name and Result description and tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 3. Configuration.
6 Select a Tolerance profile and tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 4. Save.
ð When selected General Weighing with templates the wizard opens the optional creating section 4.
Templates.
7 Select a template from the list and define Unit, a Target weight and tap
8 To set a ‒Tolerance or +Tolerance, set the tolerances tap
ð The method wizard opens the last section 5. Save.
9 Tap
ð The method has been created and appears in the list.
The newly created method can be performed, see Performing a General Weighing
or edited, see Method settings.
Methods
New in the action bar.
Next.
Next.
Next.
Next.
OK.
Finish to save the new method .
6.1.3.3 Method settings
In this section, the settings of the methods General Weighing and General Weighing with templates are
described. All possible parameters are defined. It can be used to edit the settings of a newly created method or
an already existing method.
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Methods > Methods list > General Weighing > Edit
The section General Weighing is divided into the following sub-sections:
General
•
ID format
•
Weighing item (Only available for the method General Weighing with templates)
•
Weighing item (Only available for the method General Weighing)
•
Weighing
•
Automation
•
Print / Export
•
General setting
Note
The option Method type has been defined in the wizard and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. The system copies the method
Text (1...22 characters)
name that has been defined with the function Method wizard.
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
ID format settings
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task
IDs
For a method up to three task identifiers (task IDs) can be
defined.
0 | 1*
If the value of the option Number of task IDs is between 1-3, the
options Task ID, Description and Prefix/Default value appear for
every single task ID.
Task ID 1 Defines the value of the task ID.
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered
Manual with default* |
Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Description
This option allows to set Manual with default or Automatic
timestamp for each task ID.
Text (0...32 characters)
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Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID.
This option only appears when the option Automatic timestamp
is activated.
* Factory setting
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result
IDs
Result ID 1 Defines the value of the result ID.
Description
Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID.
Defines the number of result IDs.
If the value of the option Number of result IDs is between 1-3,
the options Result ID 1, Description and Prefix/Default value
appear for every single result ID.
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
prefix with an unique number (counter) appended.
Describes the option Result ID 1.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
This option only appears when the option Automatic counter is
activated.
0 | 1*
Manual with default* |
Automatic counter
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
* Factory setting
Weighing item settings
In this section a target weight with tolerance limits can be defined. Depending on the selected method, the
parameters for the weighing item are defined directly in the method (General Weighing) or in one or more
templates (General Weighing with templates).
Initial values for weighing
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit of the primary weighing result. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Target weight Defines the target weight. The target weight will be shown in the
weighing-in aid of the balance (SmartTrac). When a target weight
including tolerances is defined, the SmartTrac indicates if the
current display weight is in tolerance or not.
‒Tolerance Defines the lower tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
+Tolerance Defines the upper tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
Numeric
Numeric
Numeric
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Template settings
In this section a target weight with tolerance limits can be defined. Depending on the selected method, the
parameters for the weighing item are defined directly in the method (General Weighing) or in one or more
templates (General Weighing with templates).
Note
More information on using templates is available in section Using method templates.
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit of the primary weighing result. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Target weight Defines the target weight. The target weight will be shown in the
weighing-in aid of the balance (SmartTrac). When a target weight
including tolerances is defined, the SmartTrac indicates if the
current display weight is in tolerance or not.
‒Tolerance Defines the lower tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
+Tolerance Defines the upper tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
Numeric
Numeric
Numeric
Note
More information on using templates is available in section Using method templates.
Weighing settings
Custom unit
Parameter Description Values
Define custom
unit
* Factory setting
With this option activated a specific weighing unit can be defined.
This allows calculations (e.g. surfaces or volumes) to be carried
out directly during determination of the weighing result.
The custom units are available in all menus and input fields in
which weighing units can be selected.
Active | Inactive*
Note
When the parameter Define custom unit is activated, more parameters can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
Name Defines the name of the custom unit. Text (0...6 characters)
Formula
Factor Defines the factor with which the effective weighing result (net
Defines how subsequently defined value for Factor is calculated.
There are 2 formulae available:
Multiplicative: Multiplies the net weight by the factor.
Divisive: The factor is divided by the net weight.
The formula can be used, for example, to simultaneously take
into account a known error factor while weighing.
weight) is calculated via the previously selected Formula.
Multiplicative* | Divisive
Numeric
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Display
readability
Defines the formatting for the weighing result.
Example: A setting of “0.05” defines 2 places after the decimal
Numeric
point with rounding to 5. A determined result of 123.4777 is
consequently displayed as 123.50.
This function can only be used to reduce the resolution of the
weighing result. No value must therefore be entered that exceeds
the maximum balance resolution. Values that are too small are
automatically rounded off.
* Factory setting
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
Weight capture
mode
Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was
tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
Available tolerance
profiles are modelspecific.
Stable* | Immediate
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Weight capture
delay
Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the
weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add
Numeric (5 seconds* |
0...60 seconds)
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This option only appears when the Weight capture mode
Immediate or Dynamic is selected.
* Factory setting
Statistics
Parameter Description Values
Activate statistics
If Activate statistics is set to Active, the following statistics will
Active | Inactive*
be calculated:
• N: Number of items used for the statistics (with 0 decimal
places without unit)
• MIN: Minimal displayed value (decimal places and unit
according to the method setting)
• MAX: Maximum displayed value (decimal places and unit
according to the method setting)
• AVG: Displayed values are summed up and divided by the
number of values, rounded to 1 digit more than the configured
decimal places in the method settings (unit according to the
method setting)
• SD: Standard deviation rounded to 1 digit more than the
configured decimal places in the method settings (unit
according to the method setting)
• RSD: Relative standard deviation (rounded to 2 decimal
places in %)
• SUM: Sum of added measurement results
The statistical values are calculated and visualized as soon as a
result is added or updated.
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* Factory setting
Electrostatic
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
Automation setting
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data
target
If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option
defines how the data is to be processed.
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Target weight value: The barcode data is interpreted as a value
for the target weight.
Task ID 1: The barcode data is interpreted as a value for the task
ID.
Result ID 1 The barcode data is interpreted as a value for the
result ID.
Keyboard Input* | Target
weight value | Task ID 1
| Result ID 1
Weighing automation
Requirements to define the Weighing automation:
• The parameter for Automatic feeder support is inactive.
Parameter Description Values
Automatic result Automatically generates a weighing result after a threshold is
reached.
None: No automatic result will be generated.
With sample tare: After a weight value that reached the threshold
is being removed from the weighing pan, the balance is being
tared.
Without sample tare: After a weight value that reached the
threshold is being removed from the weighing pan, the balance is
not being tared.
Automatic result
threshold
Automatic zero
Automatic zero
threshold
Pretare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function.
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic result.
This option only appears when the option Automatic result is
activated.
If Automatic zero is set to Active, the balance automatically
zeros the balance when the weight falls below a predefined
threshold.
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic zero.
This option only appears when the option Automatic zero is
activated.
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Pretare.
subsequently
None | With sample
tare* | Without sample
tare
Numeric
Active | Inactive*
Numeric
Numeric
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Tare Mode Defines the tare mode.
None: No automatic tare.
None* | Automatic tare |
Pretare
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Pretare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a fixed
tare weight.
Print /Export
In this section the options for printing and exporting can be defined.
This section is divided into the following sub-sections:
• Protocol printout and data export
• Label printout for task
• Label printout for weighing item
Protocol printout and data export
Automatic data output
Parameter Description Values
Strip printer Activates/deactivates the strip printer. The data to be transmitted to
Active| Inactive*
the printer can be defined in the Template settings
Weight value Activates/deactivates the weighing value chamber output over
Active | Inactive*
USB.
Protocol template for printout
This menu item can be used to define information to appear in the protocols. The extensive menu is divided into
six submenus in which options for the printout/export can be defined. Information can be enabled or disabled
by activating or deactivating the corresponding checkbox.
All available parameters can be activated or deactivated via the check boxes. To activate or inactivate all at
once, proceed as follows:
1 To deselect all check boxes at once, tap
Deselect all
ð All parameters are deselected.
2 To select all check boxes at once, tap
Select all
ð All parameters are selected.
Parameter Description Values
Header and
Footer
Defines the header (with title, date and time) and/or footer (with
signature and end line) to be printed/exported,
Header* | Title | Date /
time | Signature* |
Separating lines* |
Group titles
Balance information
Defines which information about the balance is being printed/
exported:
Balance type | Balance
ID*| Balance serial
number | Software
version
Quality information
Defines which quality information is being printed/exported. Tolerance profile |
Adjustment date / time |
Routine test name |
Routine test last
execution date | Routine
test result | GWP
Approved state |Level
state | MinWeigh state
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Task information Defines which information about the task is being printed/export. Method name | Method
comment | Task IDs |
Custom unit settings |
Automatic result settings
| Count | Sum | Average |
Minimum | Maximum |
Standard deviation |
Relative standard
deviation
Weighing item
information
Result detail
information
* Factory setting
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Defines which information related to the result of the
measurement is being printed/exported.
Show excluded
weighing items | Result
IDs* | GWP Approved
state | Electrostatic
charge | MinWeigh state
| Tolerance state | Target
and tolerances state
Weight* | Tare weight |
Gross weight | Info
weight | Date / time* |
Stability
Label printer for task
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
* Factory setting
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined. In the following are listed your label options.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Task ID 1 |
Printing date | Current
user | Number of
weighing items | Sum |
Minimum | Maximum |
Average | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
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Parameter Description Values
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
Empty | Task ID 1 |
Printing date | Current
user | Number of
weighing items | Sum |
Minimum | Maximum |
Average | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation
Label printout for weighing items
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Current user | Result ID
1 | Result ID 2 | Weight |
Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
|Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Current user | Result ID
1 | Result ID 2 | Weight |
Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
|Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State
Available labels
The following label layouts can be selected:
5 large fields 5 small fields
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10 small fields 1D barcode with 3 large fields
1D barcode with 3 small fields 1D barcode with 6 small fields
2D barcode with 5 large fields 2D barcode with 5 small fields
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
6.1.3.4 Performing a General Weighing
This section describes a General Weighing example step by step.
Depending on the defined settings and weighing objects the procedure can be different from this example.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Select a method from the list or define a new method.
3 Tap
4 Press
5 Open the door and place the weighing object (1) on
6 Close the door and wait until the weight is stable.
7 Tap
8 When the weighing process is finished, tap
Start method.
ð The method work screen of the selected method appears.
to zero the balance.
the weighing pan (2).
ð The Weighing starts with Capturing weight....
Add to protocol.
ð The weighing result appears in the protocol area on
the right side of the screen.
Complete in the action bar.
ð The window Complete task opens. The task
specific information can be printed on a label
printer, the protocol can be printed manually or the
result can be exported on an external storage device.
ð The task General Weighing has been completed successfully.
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Note
It is possible to exclude a weighing results from the protocol by opening the right fly-in window and tapping on
Exclude result. The window Complete task always appears after completing the task, even if the results will be
saved automatically.
6.1.3.5 Cloning a method
To simplify the process to create a method, an existing method can be cloned one or several times. The cloned
method will have the same parameter values as the original one. If weighing item templates exist, those will be
cloned as well.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap the method that you want to clone.
ð The line color of the selected method becomes blue.
3 Tap
More and tap Clone.
ð A copy of the selected method appears in the list. The cloned method has the same settings as the
original method.
Note
A method can be cloned several times. The name of the cloned method is always based on its original name,
to which is appended a number.
6.1.3.6 Deleting a method
Both factory defined methods and user defined methods can be deleted if they are not needed. For this purpose
proceed as follows:
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap the method that you want to delete.
ð The line color of the selected method becomes blue.
3 Tap
4 Tap
ð The system returns to the method list. The method has been deleted and does not appear on the list
More and tap Delete.
ð The message Delete method and cancel tasks? appears on the screen.
OK to delete the selected method.
anymore.
Note
There is always a method activated in the background. This method can not be directly deleted. To delete the
method, another method must be started instead. Now the method is not activated anymore and can be
deleted.
6.1.4 Method Simple formulation
6.1.4.1 Method description
This section describes the method Simple formulation. With the method Simple formulation the concentration
of a substance can automatically be calculated.
This section describes how to create a new method with the method wizard, how to work with the method and
the method settings. The parameter of the weighing item (e.g. sample ID and target weight) can either be
entered manually or by using a template. Therefore two different methods exist:
• Simple formulation: Select this method if you want to define the parameters for the weighing item ad-hoc
while weighing or pre-defined on a method level for all weighing items.
• Simple formulation with templates: Select this method if you want to use a template to define the
parameters for the weighing item. Templates are helpful to safe time while weighing items with the same
parameters and to ensure the consistent use of the parameters. For further information see Using templates.
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In the section Method settings the settings for both methods Simple formulation and Simple formulation with
Methods
Methods list
Simple formulation
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Edit
New
More
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templates can be found.
6.1.4.2 Creating a new method for simple formulation
Navigation:
Methods
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
New in the action bar.
ð The method wizard opens, starting at 1. Method type.
3 Tap Method type and select the method type Simple formulation or Simple formulation with templates.
4 Tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 2. Identification.
5 Define the Method name and Result description and tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 3. Configuration.
6 Select the options for Calculate concentration per component, Calculate amount of component and set a
value. Tolerance profile and tap
Next.
ð When selected Simple formulation with templates, the wizard opens the optional creating section 4.
Templates.
7 Select a template from the list and define Unit, set more options for Calculate target, select a Target weight
and tap
8 To set a ‒Tolerance or +Tolerance select the parameter, define the values and tap
Next.
OK.
ð The method wizard opens the last section 5. Save.
9 Tap
Finish to save the new method .
ð The method has been created and appears in the list.
The newly created method can be performed, see Performing a simple formulation
or edited, see Method settings.
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6.1.4.3 Method settings
Edit method - {0} Simple formulation
General
Formulation
ID format
Weighing item
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Navigation:
Methods > Methods list > Simple formulation > Edit
The section Simple formulation is divided into the following sub-sections:
General
•
Formulation
•
ID format
•
Weighing
•
Automation
•
Print / Export
•
All of this sub-sections will be described separately at next with all possible parameter, appendant explanation
and editable setting values.
General settings
Note
The option Method type has been defined in the wizard and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. The system copies the method
name that has been defined with the function Method wizard.
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
Lock method Locks the method for other users and from further editing while
running.
* Factory setting
Formulation settings
Parameter Description Values
Calculate target In this section the flask volume and the concentration of the target
can be defined.
Flask volume: Calculates the target weight according to the
reference flask volume and the actual flask volume.
Target concentration: Calculates the target weight according to
the desired target concentration.
This option only appears for the method Simple formulation with
templates.
Text (1...22 characters)
characters)
Active | Inactive*
None* | Flask volume |
Target concentration
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Calculate target In this section the flask volume and the concentration of the target
can be defined.
Flask volume: Calculates the target weight according to the
reference flask volume and the actual flask volume.
Target concentration: Calculates the target weight according to
the desired target concentration.
This option only appears for the method Simple formulation with
templates.
Calculate concentration per
component
Concentration
unit
Reference flask
volume
Reference weight
(100%)
Calculates the concentration of the substance based on the
molecular weight, purity volume and dosed amount of substance,
e.g. mmol/l.
If this option is activated, the sub-options Reference weight
(100%) and Concentration unit appear in the list.
Defines the concentration unit. mol/l* l mmol/l l mg/ml
Defines the volume of the reference flask. Numeric (1 ml* |
Defines the reference weight.
Instead of entering the reference weight manually, press subse-
quently the button
a reference weight.
. The applied weight is directly taken over as
None* | Flask volume |
Target concentration
Active | Inactive*
l mg/l l µg/ml l g/ml l g/l
l %
1...999999 ml)
Depending on the
capacity of the balance.
* Factory setting
Production and expiry date
Parameter Description Values
Production date Defines the production date.
Current date: The production date is set automatically to the date
when starting the weighing task.
Manual input: The production date can be entered manually
when starting the weighing task.
Expiry date Defines the expiry date of the substance.
Period: The expiry date is set automatically when starting the
weighing task (expiry date = date when starting the weighing task
+ number of days defined in the field Period.
Manual input: The expiry date can be entered manually when
starting the weighing task.
Period Defines the period of the expiry date.
This option only appears when the option Expiry date is set to
Period.
* Factory setting
None | Current date* |
Manual input
None* | Period | Manual
input
Numeric (1 day* |
1...9999 days)
ID format settings
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task
IDs
For a method task identifier (task ID) can be defined. 0 | 1*
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Task ID 1 Defines the value of the task ID.
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Description
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID.
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID
* Factory setting
This option allows to set Manual with default or Automatic
timestamp for each task ID.
This option only appears when the option Automatic timestamp
is activated.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Manual with default* |
Automatic timestamp
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result
IDs
Result ID 1 Defines the value of the result ID.
Description
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID.
Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID
Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1*
Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
prefix with an unique number (counter) appended.
Describes the option Result ID 1.
This option only appears when the option Automatic counter is
activated.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Automatic counter
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
* Factory setting
Template settings
Note
Detailed information about how to create templates and the use of templates can be found in the section Using
templates.
Parameter Description Values
Component ID Assigns a name to the component ID Text (0...32 characters)
Molar mass Molar mass of an ion is calculated by adding the atomic weight
of the individual atoms the ion is composed of. This parameter is
needed for calculations of the units mol/L and mmol/L.
Purity To define the purity of the component. Numeric
Unit Defines the unit of the primary weighing result. The available units
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(0.001...100%)
depend on the balance
model.
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Target weight Defines the target weight. The target weight will be shown in the
weighing-in aid of the balance (SmartTrac). When a target weight
including tolerances is defined, the SmartTrac indicates if the
current display weight is in tolerance or not.
Target concentration
‒Tolerance Defines the lower tolerance limit.
+Tolerance Defines the upper tolerance limit.
To define the concentration of the component. Numeric
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
Numeric
(0.001...100%)
Numeric
Numeric
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
Available tolerance
profiles are modelspecific.
Electrostatic detection and ionizer
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
Automation settings
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data
target
* Factory setting
If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option
defines how the data is to be processed.
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Target weight value: The barcode data is interpreted as a value
for the target weight.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Result ID.
Keyboard Input* | Target
weight value | Task ID 1
| Result ID 1
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic zero
Automatic zero
threshold
If Automatic zero is set to Active, the balance automatically
zeros the balance when the weight falls below a predefined
threshold.
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic zero.
This option only appears when the option Automatic zero is
activated.
Active | Inactive*
Numeric
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Tare Mode Defines the tare mode.
None: No automatic tare.
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Pretare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a fixed
tare weight.
Automatic tare
threshold
Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode.
This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Automatic tare.
Pretare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function.
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Pretare.
None* | Automatic tare |
Pretare
Numeric
subsequently
Numeric
subsequently
* Factory setting
Print /Export
In this section the options for printing and exporting can be defined.
This section is divided into the following sub-sections:
• Protocol printout and data export
• Label printout for task
• Label printout for weighing item
Protocol printout and data export
Automatic data output
Parameter Description Values
Strip printer Activates/deactivates the strip printer. The data to be transmitted to
Active| Inactive*
the printer can be defined in the Template settings
Weight value Activates/deactivates the weighing value chamber output over
Active | Inactive*
USB.
Protocol template for printout
This menu item can be used to define information to appear in the protocols. The extensive menu is divided into
six submenus in which options for the printout/export can be defined. Information can be enabled or disabled
by activating or deactivating the corresponding checkbox.
All available parameters can be activated or deactivated via the check boxes. To activate or inactivate all at
once, proceed as follows:
1 To deselect all check boxes at once, tap
Deselect all
ð All parameters are deselected.
2 To select all check boxes at once, tap
Select all
ð All parameters are selected.
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Parameter Description Values
Header and
Footer
Balance information
Quality information
Task information Defines which information about the task is being printed/export. Method name | Method
Weighing item
information
Result detail
information
Defines the header (with title, date and time) and/or footer (with
signature and end line) to be printed/exported,
Defines which information about the balance is being printed/
exported:
Defines which quality information is being printed/exported. Tolerance profile |
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Defines which information related to the result of the
measurement is being printed/exported.
Header* | Title | Date /
time | Signature* |
Separating lines* |
Group titles
Balance type | Balance
ID*| Balance serial
number | Software
version
Adjustment date / time |
Routine test name |
Routine test last
execution date | Routine
test result | GWP
Approved state |Level
state | MinWeigh state
comment | Task IDs |
Custom unit settings |
Automatic result settings
| Count | Sum | Average |
Minimum | Maximum |
Standard deviation |
Relative standard
deviation
Show excluded
weighing items | Result
State | Result IDs* |
Molar mass | Purity |
Amount of substance* |
Concentration* | GWP
Approved state | Electrostatic charge | Level
state | Tolerance state |
Target and tolerances
Weight* | Tare weight |
Gross weight | Info
weight | Date / time* |
Stability
* Factory setting
Label printout for task
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined. In the following are listed your label options.
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Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Task ID 1 |
Printing date | Current
user | Number of
weighing items | Sum |
Minimum | Maximum |
Average | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
Empty | Task ID 1 |
Printing date | Current
user | Number of
weighing items | Sum |
Minimum | Maximum |
Average | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation
Label printout for weighing items
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Current user | Result ID
1 | Result ID 2 | Weight |
Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
|Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode field can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
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Parameter Description Values
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Current user | Result ID
1 | Result ID 2 | Weight |
Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
|Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State
Available labels
The following label layouts can be selected:
5 large fields 5 small fields
10 small fields 1D barcode with 3 large fields
1D barcode with 3 small fields 1D barcode with 6 small fields
2D barcode with 5 large fields 2D barcode with 5 small fields
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
6.1.4.4 Performing a simple formulation
This example describes how to perform a simple formulation with two different components. It explains the
basic functions of the method without the use of any templates. Advanced functions such as the calculation of
the concentration of a component can be defined in the method settings.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Select a method of the type Simple formulation or define a new method.
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3 Tap
Methods
Methods list
Piece Counting
Edit
More
Start method
New
Close
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Start method.
ð The method work screen appears.
4 Define the target weight and the tolerance limits for the first component.
5 Select Component ID to define the first component.
6 Select Task ID to define the whole task.
7 Open the door and place the weighing object on the weighing pan carefully.
ð The measurement starts.
8 Tap
Add to protocol.
ð The weight value is being transferred to the section Protocol.
9 Open the door and replace the weighing object.
10 Define the target weight and the tolerance limits for the second component.
11 Select Component ID to define the second component.
12 Open the door and place the weighing object on the weighing pan.
13 Tap
Add to protocol.
ð The weight value is being transferred to the section Protocol.
14 Tap
Complete and select if you want to print or export the task protocol.
ð The weight task is finished and the balance returns to the method work screen.
6.1.4.5 Cloning a Method
For cloning a method, see chapter [Cloning a method}Page56].
See also
2 Cloning a method}Page56
6.1.4.6 Deleting a method
To deleting a method, see chapter [Deleting a method}Page56].
See also
2 Deleting a method}Page56
6.1.5 Method Piece counting
6.1.5.1 Method description
This section describes the method Piece Counting. The method Piece Counting allows you to determine the
number of pieces put on the weighing pan. It is advantageous if all pieces are of approximately equal weight,
since the unit quantity is determined on the basis of average weight.
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6.1.5.2 Creating a new method for piece counting
Edit method - {0} Piece Counting
General
ID format
Weighing item
Weighing
Close
Save
Navigation:
Methods
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
New in the action bar.
ð The method wizard opens, starting at 1. Method type.
3 Tap Method type and select the method type Piece Counting.
4 Tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 2. Identification.
5 Define the Method name and Result description and tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 3. Configuration.
6 Select a Tolerance profile and tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 4. Weighing item.
7 Define a reference for pieces Reference PCS, a Reference average weight, Target weight and tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the last section 5. Save.
8 Tap
Finish to save the new method .
ð The method has been created and appears in the list.
The newly created method can be performed, see Performing a Piece Counting
or edited, see Method settings.
6.1.5.3 Method settings
Next.
Next.
Navigation:
Methods > Methods list > Piece Counting > Edit
The section Piece Counting is divided into the following sub-sections:
General
•
ID format
•
Weighing item
•
Weighing
•
Automation
•
Print / Export
•
General settings
Note
The option Method type has been defined in the wizard and cannot be changed.
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Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. The system copies the method
name that has been defined with the function Method wizard.
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
Lock method Locks the method for other users and from further editing while
running.
Text (1...22 characters)
characters)
Active | Inactive*
ID format settings
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task
IDs
Task ID 1 Defines the value of the task ID.
Description
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID
For a method task identifier (task ID) can be defined. 0 | 1*
Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
This option allows to set Manual with default or Automatic
timestamp for each task ID.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Automatic timestamp
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result
IDs
Result ID 1 Defines the value of the result ID.
Description
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID.
Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1*
Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
prefix with an unique number (counter) appended.
Describes the option Result ID 1.
This option only appears when the option Automatic counter is
activated.
Automatic counter
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Weighing item setting
Initial values for weighing
Parameter Description Values
Reference PCS Defines a reference unit quantity. This allows you to determine the
reference unit weight with a defined, fixed number of pieces.
Numeric (10* |
1...10000)
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Reference
average weight
Target weight Defines the target weight. The target weight will be shown in the
‒Tolerance Defines the lower tolerance limit.
+Tolerance Defines the upper tolerance limit.
* Factory setting
Defines the average weight for one piece. The average weight of
one piece serves as basis for the piece counting. During task
execution, the balance calculates the actual number of pieces on
the weighing pan based on the measured weight and the average
weight of one piece.
weighing-in aid of the balance (SmartTrac). When a target weight
including tolerances is defined, the SmartTrac indicates if the
current display weight is in tolerance or not.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
Numeric
Numeric
Numeric
Numeric
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
Weight capture
mode
Weight capture
delay
Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was
tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the
weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This option only appears when the Weight capture mode
Immediate is selected.
Available tolerance
profiles are modelspecific.
Stable* | Immediate
Numeric (5 seconds* |
0...60 seconds)
* Factory setting
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Statistics
Parameter Description Values
Activate statistics
If Activate statistics is set to Active, the following statistics will
Active | Inactive*
be calculated:
• N: Number of items used for the statistics (with 0 decimal
places without unit)
• MIN: Minimal displayed value (decimal places and unit
according to the method setting)
• MAX: Maximum displayed value (decimal places and unit
according to the method setting)
• AVG: Displayed values are summed up and divided by the
number of values, rounded to 1 digit more than the configured
decimal places in the method settings (unit according to the
method setting)
• SD: Standard deviation rounded to 1 digit more than the
configured decimal places in the method settings (unit
according to the method setting)
• RSD: Relative standard deviation (rounded to 2 decimal
places in %)
• SUM: Sum of added measurement results
The statistical values are calculated and visualized as soon as a
result is added or updated.
Automation settings
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data
target
If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option
defines how the data is to be processed.
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
Keyboard Input* | Target
weight value | Task ID 1
| Result ID 1
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Target weight value: The barcode data is interpreted as a value
for the target weight.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Result ID.
* Factory setting
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic result Automatically generates a weighing result after a threshold is
reached.
None* | Without sample
tare
None: No automatic result will be generated.
Without sample tare: After a weight value that reached the
threshold is being removed from the weighing pan, the balance is
not being tared.
Automatic result
threshold
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic result.
This option only appears when the option Automatic result is
Numeric
activated.
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Weight trigger
Defines the behaviour of the option Automatic result threshold.
Exceeding: The weighing result is generated when the weight
exceeds the defined threshold.
Falling below: The weighing result is generated when the weight
falls below the defined threshold.
This option only appears when the option Automatic result is set
to Without sample tare.
Automatic zero
If Automatic zero is set to Active, the balance automatically
zeros the balance when the weight falls below a predefined
threshold.
Automatic zero
threshold
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic zero.
This option only appears when the option Automatic zero is
activated.
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode.
None: No automatic tare.
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Pretare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a fixed
tare weight.
Automatic tare
threshold
Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode.
This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Automatic tare.
Pretare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function.
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Pretare.
Exceeding* | Falling
below
Active | Inactive*
Numeric
None* | Automatic tare |
Pretare
Numeric
subsequently
Numeric
subsequently
* Factory setting
Print / Export
In this section the options for printing and exporting can be defined.
This section is divided into the following sub-sections:
• Protocol printout and data export
• Label printout for task
• Label printout for weighing item
Protocol printout and data export
Automatic data output
Parameter Description Values
Strip printer Activates/deactivates the strip printer. The data to be transmitted to
Active| Inactive*
the printer can be defined in the Template settings
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Parameter Description Values
Weight value Activates/deactivates the weighing value chamber output over
USB.
* Factory setting
Active | Inactive*
Protocol template for printout
This menu item can be used to define information to appear in the protocols. The extensive menu is divided into
six submenus in which options for the printout/export can be defined. Information can be enabled or disabled
by activating or deactivating the corresponding checkbox.
All available parameters can be activated or deactivated via the check boxes. To activate or inactivate all at
once, proceed as follows:
1 To deselect all check boxes at once, tap
ð All parameters are deselected.
2 To select all check boxes at once, tap
ð All parameters are selected.
Parameter Description Values
Header and
Footer
Balance information
Quality information
Task information Defines which information about the task is being printed/export. Method name | Method
Weighing item
information
Defines the header (with title, date and time) and/or footer (with
signature and end line) to be printed/exported,
Defines which information about the balance is being printed/
exported:
Defines which quality information is being printed/exported. Tolerance profile |
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Deselect all
Select all
Header* | Title | Date /
time | Signature* |
Separating lines* |
Group titles
Balance type | Balance
ID*| Balance serial
number | Software
version
Adjustment date / time |
Routine test name |
Routine test last
execution date | Routine
test result | GWP
Approved state |Level
state | MinWeigh state
comment | Task IDs |
Automatic result
settings| Count | Sum |
Average | Minimum |
Maximum | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation | PCS
below ‒Tolerance | PCS
above +Tolerance
Show excluded
weighing items | Result
State | Result IDs* |
GWP Approved state |
Level state | MinWeigh
state | Tolerance state |
Target and tolerances |
Reference PCS |
Reference average
weight*
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Weighing item
information
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Weight* | Tare weight |
Gross weight | Info
weight | Date / time* |
Stability
Label printout for task
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined. In the following are listed your label options.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Task ID 1 |
Printing date | Current
user | Number of
weighing items | Sum |
Minimum | Maximum |
Average | Standard
deviation | Relative
standard deviation
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Describtion Value
2D barcode
delimiter
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
Method name | Task ID
1 | Printing date |
Current user
Label printout for weighing items
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined. In the following are listed your label options.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
| Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Weight | Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
| Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State |
Reference average
weight | Reference PCS
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Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
Parameter Description Values
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
| Empty | Method name |
Task ID 1 | Printing date
| Weight | Target weight |
+Tolerance | ‒Tolerance
| Tolerance state | Tare
weight | Result State |
Reference average
weight | Reference PCS
Avaiable labels
The following label layouts can be selected:
5 large fields 5 small fields
10 small fields 1D barcode with 3 large fields
1D barcode with 3 small fields 1D barcode with 6 small fields
2D barcode with 5 large fields 2D barcode with 5 small fields
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
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6.1.5.4 Performing a Piece Counting
This section describes how the method Piece Counting is being used in a task example. In this example we
are weighing pieces with a tare container.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Select a defined method from the list or define a new method.
3 Tap
4 Press to zero the balance.
5 If not yet done, enter the average weight for one piece.
6 Place the pieces in the container.
7 Wait until the weight is stable.
8 Tap
9 When the weighing process is finished, tap
Start method.
ð The method work screen of the selected method opens. The balance displays the defined target value,
the tolerance and the current average weight of one piece.
or
If a container is used, place the container (1) on the
weighing pan (2) and press
balance.
ð The door closes automatically (depending on the
door settings)
ð The tare-measurement starts with Taring....
ð When the taring is finished, the door opens
automatically (depending on the door settings).
This serves as reference for the piece counting.
Add to protocol.
ð The weighing result appears in the protocol area on
the right side of the screen.
Complete.
ð The window Complete task appears. The result of
the task can be printed on a label printer, the
protocol can be printed manually or the result can
be exported on an external storage device.
ð The task Piece Counting was successfully
completed.
to tare the
Note
It is possible to exclude a weighing results from the protocol by opening the right fly-in window and tapping on
Exclude result. The window Complete task always appears after completing the task, even if the results is
saved automatically.
6.1.5.5 Cloning a method
For cloning a method, see chapter [Cloning a method}Page56].
6.1.5.6 Deleting a method
To deleting a method, see chapter [Deleting a method}Page56].
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6.1.6 Method Titration
Methods
Methods list
Titration
Edit
Start method
New
More
Close
06/24/2018
Edit method - {0} Titration
General
ID format
Weighing item
Weighing
Close
Save
6.1.6.1 Method description
The method Titration enables the interaction between the balance and the titrator via MT-SICS.
6.1.6.2 Creating a new method for Titration
Navigation:
Methods
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
New in the action bar.
ð The method wizard opens, starting at 1. Method type.
3 Tap Method type and select the method type Titration.
4 Tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 2. Identification.
5 Define the Method name and Result description and tap
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 3. Configuration.
6 Select a Tolerance profile and tap
ð The method wizard opens the last section 4. Save.
7 Tap
Finish to save the new method .
ð The method has been created and appears in the list.
6.1.6.3 Method settings
Navigation:
Methods > Methods list > Titration > Edit
Next.
Next.
The section Titration is divided into the following sub-sections:
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General
•
ID format
•
Weighing item
•
Weighing
•
Automation
•
Print / Export
•
General settings
Note
The option Method type has been defined in the wizard and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. The system copies the method
Text (1...22 characters)
name that has been defined with the function Method wizard.
Comment The method can be described with a comment. Text (0...128
characters)
Lock method Locks the method for other users and from further editing while
Active | Inactive*
running.
* Factory setting
ID format settings
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task
For a method task identifier (task ID) can be defined. 0 | 1*
IDs
Task ID 1 Defines the value of the task ID.
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered
Manual with default* |
Automatic timestamp
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
Description
This option allows to set Manual with default or Automatic
Text (0...32 characters)
timestamp for each task ID.
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID
Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID.
Text (0...32 characters)
This option only appears when the option Automatic timestamp
is activated.
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result
Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1*
IDs
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Result ID 1 Defines the value of the result ID.
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
prefix with an unique number (counter) appended.
Description
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID.
Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID
* Factory setting
Describes the option Result ID 1.
This option only appears when the option Automatic counter is
activated.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
Manual with default* |
Automatic counter
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Weighing items settings
Initial values for weighing
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit of the primary weighing result. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Target weight Defines the target weight. The target weight will be shown in the
weighing-in aid of the balance (SmartTrac). When a target weight
including tolerances is defined, the SmartTrac indicates if the
current display weight is in tolerance or not.
‒Tolerance Defines the lower tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
+Tolerance Defines the upper tolerance limit.
This option only appears when the option Target weight is
activated.
Numeric
Numeric
Numeric
* Factory setting
Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
Weight capture
mode
* Factory setting
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Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was
tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Available tolerance
profiles are modelspecific.
Stable* | Immediate
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Electrostatic detection and ionizer
Parameter Description Values
Ionizer Defines whether the ionizer is activated/deactivated. Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
Automation settings
Barcode data
target
* Factory setting
If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option
defines how the data is to be processed.
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Target weight value: The barcode data is interpreted as a value
for the target weight.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Result ID.
Keyboard Input* |
Target weight value |
Task ID 1 | Result ID 1
Weighing automation
Parameter Description Values
Automatic result Automatically generates a weighing result after a threshold is
reached.
None: No automatic result will be generated.
Without sample tare: After a weight value that reached the
threshold is being removed from the weighing pan, the balance is
not being tared.
Weight trigger
Automatic zero
Automatic zero
threshold
Tare Mode Defines the tare mode.
Defines the behaviour of the option Automatic result threshold.
Exceeding: The weighing result is generated when the weight
exceeds the defined threshold.
Falling below: The weighing result is generated when the weight
falls below the defined threshold.
This option only appears when the option Automatic result is set
to Without sample tare.
If Automatic zero is set to Active, the balance automatically
zeros the balance when the weight falls below a predefined
threshold.
Defines the threshold of the option Automatic zero.
This option only appears when the option Automatic zero is
activated.
None: No automatic tare.
Automatic tare: The balance stores automatically the first stable
weight as the tare weight.
Pretare: Allows you to enter manually a numerical entry of a fixed
tare weight.
None* | Without sample
tare
Exceeding* | Falling
below
Active | Inactive*
Numeric
None* | Automatic tare |
Pretare
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Automatic tare
threshold
Defines the threshold of the option Tare Mode.
This value defines the minimum weight that must be applied to
the weighing pan so that it is automatically stored as the tare
weight. If the weight is below the limits, it is not automatically
transferred to the tare memory.
Instead of entering the weight, the lightest tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
subsequently
pressed. The applied weight is directly taken over as a limit.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Automatic tare.
Pretare value Defines a weight value for the pretare function.
Instead of entering the value, the respective tare container can be
placed on the weighing pan and the button
subsequently
pressed. The weight is directly taken over as pretare value.
This option only appears when the option Tare Mode is set to
Pretare.
* Factory setting
Print /Export
In this section the options for printing and exporting can be defined.
This section is divided into the following sub-sections:
• Protocol printout and data export
• Label printout for task
• Label printout for weighing item
Numeric
Numeric
Protocol printout and data export
Automatic data output
Parameter Description Values
Strip printer Activates/deactivates the strip printer. The data to be transmitted to
Active| Inactive*
the printer can be defined in the Template settings
Weight value Activates/deactivates the weighing value chamber output over
Active | Inactive*
USB.
* Factory setting
Protocol template for printout
This menu item can be used to define information to appear in the protocols. The extensive menu is divided into
six submenus in which options for the printout/export can be defined. Information can be enabled or disabled
by activating or deactivating the corresponding checkbox.
All available parameters can be activated or deactivated via the check boxes. To activate or inactivate all at
once, proceed as follows:
1 To deselect all check boxes at once, tap
Deselect all
ð All parameters are deselected.
2 To select all check boxes at once, tap
Select all
ð All parameters are selected.
Parameter Description Values
Header and
Footer
Defines the header (with title, date and time) and/or footer (with
signature and end line) to be printed/exported,
Header* | Title | Date /
time | Signature* |
Separating lines* |
Group titles
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Balance information
Quality information
Task information Defines which information about the task is being printed/export. Method name | Method
Weighing item
information
Weighing item
information
Defines which information about the balance is being printed/
exported:
Defines which quality information is being printed/exported. Tolerance profile |
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Balance type | Balance
ID*| Balance serial
number | Software
version
Adjustment date / time |
Routine test name |
Routine test last
execution date | Routine
test result | GWP
Approved state |Level
state | MinWeigh state
comment | Task IDs |
Automatic result settings
Show excluded
weighing items | Result
State | Result IDs* |
Density | Correction
factor | MinWeigh state |
GWP Approved state|
Electrostatic charge |
Level state | MinWeigh
state | Tolerance state |
Target and tolerances *
Weight* | Tare weight |
Gross weight | Info
weight | Date / time* |
Stability
Label printout for task
Parameter Description Values
Automatic label
printout for task
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Activates/Deactivates the option Automatic label printout for
task.
Active | Inactive*
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
Field settings Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 ...... 8.
The number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
Empty | Method name |
Task ID | Printing date |
Current user
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Description Values
2D barcode
delimiter
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space |
User defined
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Parameter Description Values
Barcode settings Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
Empty | Method name |
Task ID | Printing date |
Current user
Label printout for weighing items
Parameter Description Values
Used template Chooses the label template. Available labels
Field settings
The content of each label field can be defined. In the following are listed your label options.
Parameter Describtion Value
Field settings
Defines which information appears in the label fields 1 – 8. The
number of the label fields differs depending on the selected
template.
| Empty | Method name
| Task ID 1 | Printing
date | Current user |
Result ID 1 | Weight |
Target weight |
+Tolerance |
Tolerance | Tare weight
| Result State
‒
Barcode settings
The content of each barcode can be defined.
Parameter Describtion Value
2D barcode
delimiter
Parameter Describtion Value
Barcode settings
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
Defines which information appears in the barcode. The number of
the barcode fields 1 – 6 differs depending on the selected
template.
The option 2D barcode delimiter appears only when the selected
template in the option Used template has a 2D code.
TAB | Form feed |
Carriage return | Space
| User defined
| Empty | Method name
| Task ID 1 | Printing
date | Current user |
Weight | Target weight |
+Tolerance |
Tolerance | Tolerance
state | Tare weight |
Result State
Avaiable labels
The following label layouts can be selected:
‒
5 large fields 5 small fields
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10 small fields 1D barcode with 3 large fields
1D barcode with 3 small fields 1D barcode with 6 small fields
2D barcode with 5 large fields 2D barcode with 5 small fields
2D barcode with 2 large fields and 6 small fields 2D barcode with 8 small fields
6.1.6.4 Cloning a method
For cloning a method, see chapter [Cloning a method}Page56].
6.1.6.5 Deleting a method
To deleting a method, see chapter [Deleting a method}Page56].
6.1.7 Method Density determination
6.1.7.1 Method description
The Method Density determination is used for determining the density of solids and liquids. Density determination is carried out based on Archimedes' principle according to which a body immersed in a fluid
undergoes an apparent loss in weight that is equal to the weight of the fluid it displaces. Furthermore the
density method also supports the pycnometer method, which does not rely on Archimedes' principle. The
method Density determination includes three method types:
Solid
The method type Solid determines the density of a solid with the help of a density kit.
Liquid (Sinker)
The method type Liquid (Sinker) determines the density of a liquid with the help of a density kit and a sinker.
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Liquid (Pycnometer)
Methods
Methods list
Density determination
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The method type Liquid (Pycnometer) determines the density of a liquid in a glass vessel (e.g. pycnometer).
6.1.7.2 Creating a method density determination
Navigation:
Methods
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
New in the action bar.
ð The method wizard opens, starting at 1. Method type.
3 Tap Method type and select the method type Density.
4 Tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 2. Identification.
5 Define a method name and tap
Next
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 3. Configuration.
6 Define the settings like Determination type, Density unit and Weighing settings and tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the next creating section 4. Weighing item
7 Select a Initial values for weighing and tap
Next.
ð The method wizard opens the last section 5. Save.
8 Tap
Finish to save the new method .
ð The method has been created and appears in the list.
Note
The Determination type can only be selected as part of a new created method. If another Determination type
(solid, liquid) is required, a new method must be created.
The newly created method can be performed, see Performing a density determination
or it can be edited, see Method setting.
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6.1.7.3 Method settings
Edit method - {0} Density determination
General
Density
Weighing item
ID format
Close
Save
Navigation:
Methods > Methods list > Density determination > Edit
The section Density determination is divides into the following sub-sections:
General
•
Density
•
ID format
•
Weighing item
•
Weighing
•
Automation
•
Print / Export
•
General settings
Note
The option Method type has been defined in the wizard and cannot be changed.
Parameter Description Values
Method name Defines the name of the method. The system copies the method
name that has been defined with the function Method wizard.
Lock method Locks the method for other users and from further editing while
running.
* Factory setting
Density
Note
The Determination type can only be selected as part of a new method. If another Determination type is
required, a new method must be created. In the following will be described all the settings of the three types of
density determination.
Parameter Description Values
Determination
type
Defines the type of density determination measurement.
Solid determines the density of a solid with the help of a density
kit.
Liquid (Sinker): determines the density of a liquid.
Liquid (Pycnometer): determines the density of a liquid in a
glass vessel like a pycnometer.
Text (1...22 characters)
Active | Inactive*
Solid | Liquid (Sinker) |
Liquid (Pycnometer)
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Density unit Defines the unit to be used for density determination.
g/cm3 = grams per cm3.
kg/m3 = kilograms per m.
g/l = grams per liter.
Density value
decimal places
Air density
compensation
Defines the number of decimal places.
The density determination result can be displayed and recorded
with 1 to 5 decimal places.
Defines the correction factor for force calibration.
Active = the density determination result is corrected by the force
calibration correction factor and mean air density.
Inactive = no correction takes place.
g/cm3* | kg/m3 | g/l
1 | 2 | 3* | 4 | 5
Active* | Inactive
ID format
Task IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of task
IDs
Task ID 1 Defines the value of the task ID.
Description
Default value Defines a default value for the task ID. The value of the task ID
Prefix Defines a prefix for the task ID.
For a method task identifier (task ID) can be defined. 0 | 1*
Manual with default* |
Manual with default: The value of the task ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic timestamp: The system provides a value created from
a prefix with the current date and time appended.
This option allows to set Manual with default or Automatic
timestamp for each task ID.
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
This option only appears when the option Automatic timestamp
is activated.
Automatic timestamp
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
* Factory setting
Result IDs
Parameter Description Values
Number of result
IDs
Result ID 1 Defines the value of the result ID.
Description
Prefix Defines a prefix for the result ID.
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Defines the number of result IDs. 0 | 1*
Manual with default |
Manual with default: The value of the result ID can be entered
manually at method execution time.
Automatic counter: The system provides a value created from a
prefix with an unique number (counter) appended.
Describes the option Result ID 1.
This option only appears when the option Automatic counter is
activated.
Automatic counter*
Text (0...32 characters)
Text (0...32 characters)
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Default value Defines a default value for the result ID. The value of the result ID
Text (0...32 characters)
can be changed manually while executing the method.
This option only appears when the option Manual with default is
activated.
* Factory setting
Weighing item settings
The weighing item settings are different between the three types of density determination. The following settings
for "Initial values for weighing" are presented for each type individually.
Initial values for weighing (Determination Type: Solid)
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Temperature Defines the temperature of the solid. Numeric
( 10°C.....30.9°C)
Aux. liquid Defines the type of auxiliary liquid used for the determination of
Distilled water* | Custom
the density of a solid.
Aux. liquid name Defines the name of the custom liquid.
Text (0....32 character)
This option only appears when the option Custom is activated.
Aux. liquid
density
This option only appears when the option Custom is activated.
Defines the liquid density of the custom liquid.
Numeric | 1.00000 g/
cm3* (0.00001.....100
g/cm3)
* Factory setting
Initial values for weighing (Determination Type: Sinker)
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Temperature Defines the temperature of the auxiliary liquid (distilled water or
custom).
Sinker volume Defines the sinker volume in cm
3
Numeric
( 10°C.....30.9°C)
Numeric
( 0.0001.....500 cm3)
Initial values for weighing (Determination Type: Pycnometer)
Parameter Description Values
Unit Defines the unit. The available units
depend on the balance
model.
Temperature Defines the temperature of the solid. Numeric
( 10°C.....30.9°C)
Pycnometer
volume
Defines volume of the pycnometer in Numeric
( 0.0001....10000
cm3)
Pycnometer
weight
Defines the weight of the pycnometer. Numeric
( 0.00001....222.009
g)
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Weighing settings
Parameter Description Values
Tolerance profile A tolerance profile stores all the necessary balance settings
needed for a certain weighing method. It is possible to create
different tolerance profiles for different weighing methods.
Weight capture
mode
Defines the behavior when the button to add the result was
tapped or the add result was triggered by the automatic weighing
Available tolerance
profiles are modelspecific.
Stable* | Immediate
result creation.
Stable: The system waits for a stable weight.
Immediate: The system doesn’t wait for a stable weight. The
system waits for the defined amount of seconds (Weight capture
delay). After the weight capture delay, the weight value from the
weight stream is captured.
Weight capture
delay
Defines the time in seconds the balance waits for capturing the
weight after the button to add the result was tapped or the add
Numeric (5 seconds* |
0...60 seconds)
result was triggered by the automatic weighing result creation.
This option only appears when the Weight capture mode
Immediate or Dynamic is selected.
Statistics
Parameter Description Values
Activate statistics
If Activate statistics is set to Active, the system must calculate
Active | Inactive*
the following values for the density method:
• N: Number of items used for the statistics (with 0 decimal
places without unit)
• MIN: Minimal displayed density value (decimal places and
unit according to the method setting)
• MAX: Maximum displayed density value (decimal places and
unit according to the method setting)
• AVG: Displayed density values are summed up and divided by
the count of values summed up, rounded to 1 digit more than
the configured decimal places in the method settings (unit
according to the method setting)
• SD: Standard deviation rounded to 1 digit more than the
configured decimal places in the method settings (unit
according to the method setting)
• RSD: Relative standard deviation (rounded to 2 decimal
places in %)
The statistical values are calculated and visualized as soon as a
result is added or updated.
* Factory setting
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Automation settings
Parameter Description Values
Barcode data
target
* Factory setting
If a barcode reader is connected to the balance, this option
defines how the data is to be processed.
Keyboard Input: The data is written in the currently open input
window. If no input window is open, the data is ignored.
Task ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Task ID.
Result ID 1: The received barcode data is treated as identification
text for the Result ID.
Keyboard Input* | Task
ID 1 | Result ID 1
Print/Export
In this section the options for printing and exporting can be defined.
Protocol printout and data export
* Factory setting
Protocol template for printout
This menu item can be used to define information to appear in the protocols. The extensive menu is divided into
six submenus in which options for the printout/export can be defined. Information can be enabled or disabled
by activating or deactivating the corresponding checkbox.
All available parameters can be activated or deactivated via the check boxes. To activate or inactivate all at
once, proceed as follows:
1 To deselect all check boxes at once, tap
ð All parameters are deselected.
2 To select all check boxes at once, tap
ð All parameters are selected.
Parameter Description Values
Header and
Footer
Balance information
Quality information
Defines the header (with title, date and time) and/or footer (with
signature and end line) to be printed/exported,
Defines which information about the balance is being printed/
exported:
Defines which quality information is being printed/exported. Tolerance profile |
Deselect all
Select all
Header* | Title | Date /
time | Signature* |
Separating lines* |
Group titles
Balance type | Balance
ID*| Balance serial
number | Software
version
Adjustment date / time |
Routine test name |
Routine test last
execution date | Routine
test result | GWP
Approved state |Level
state | MinWeigh state
Parameter Description Values
Weighing item
information
Defines which information about the weighing items is being
printed/exported.
Weight* | Tare weight |
Gross weight | Info
weight | Date / time* |
Stability
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6.1.7.4 Performing a density determination
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Select a pre-defined method from the list or define a new method.
3 Tap
4 Press
5 If a container is used, place the container on the weighing pan and press
6 Tap
7 Wait until the process is finished.
8 Tap
9 Tap Export protocol manually to export the weighing results to an external USB storage device or tap
Start method.
ð The method workscreen of the selected method opens.
to zero the balance.
Start.
ð The defined method is being executed. Follow the instructions on the terminal.
ð The Protocol section opens and shows a summary of the weighing results.
Complete to open the Export options.
ð The dialog Complete task appears.
Complete to finish the task.
6.1.7.5 Cloning a Method
For cloning a method, see chapter [Cloning a method}Page56].
to tare the balance.
6.1.7.6 Deleting a method
To deleting a method, see chapter [Deleting a method}Page56].
6.1.8 Using method templates
This section describes how to work with templates.
Working with templates simplifies the task and improves the quality of the whole working process. Charac-
teristic information such as a certain target weight can be defined in a template and must not be defined for
every single weighing task. This may save time especially when the weighing process consists of multiple
steps.
The methods General Weighing with templates and Simple formulation with templates are methods in
which templates are being used.
6.1.8.1 Define a template
Before a template can be used in the weighing process, it must be defined. There are two ways to define
templates:
• The templates can be defined directly in the method creating process.
• The templates can be defined ad-hoc during a task.
Note
Defining templates is a single step in the method creating process. In this section we only describe how to
create templates. For more information about how defining a method see in the sections of the various
methods.
6.1.8.2 Define a template in the method defining process
This example describes how to define a template for the method General Weighing with templates.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
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3 Select Method type General Weighing with templates.
4 Step through the method wizard until step 4. Templates.
ð The dialog screen 4. Templates appears, the sample 1 can be defined.
5 Tap Unit to select the template unit.
6 Tap Target weight to define the target weight.
ð The options ‒Tolerance and +Tolerance appear.
7 Tap ‒Tolerance to define the lower tolerance.
8 Tap +Tolerance to define the upper tolerance.
9 Tap
10 Tap
ð The method has been created and appears in the method list.
Next.
Finish.
Note
This example only describes how to create templates for the method General Weighing with templates. For
the other methods there might be several other options that can be defined.
6.1.8.3 Define templates in a current task
It is also possible to create templates ad-hoc in a current task. This example describes how to create templates
for the method General Weighing, respectively for the method General Weighing with templates.
1 Start the method General Weighing.
2 Perform 3 weighings and add the results to the protocol by tapping
ð The results appear in the section Protocol on the right side of the screen.
3 Tap
4 Tap
5 Define Method name.
6 Tap
ð The method General Weighing has changed to the method General Weighing with templates. Tap the
More.
Save as method with templates.
OK.
results in the section Protocol and define the options for the template.
Add to protocol.
6.1.8.4 Work with templates
After the template has been created within a method, it can be used in a task.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Select a method from the list or define a new method.
3 Tap
Start method.
ð The method work screen opens. The target weight and the tolerance limits that have been defined in the
template appear.
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6.2 Tests
Routine tests can be performed to ensure accurate weighing results according to GWP® or other QM systems.
Therefore the tests should be performed in fixed, regular intervals depending on your QM system and the results
should be documented in a traceable way.
Navigation:
Methods > Tests
6.2.1 Overview routine tests
6.2.1.1 Eccentricity test
The purpose of the eccentricity test is to check if every eccentric load deviation (corner load deviation) is within
the user SOP tolerances. The corner load is the deviation of the measurement value through off-center
(eccentric) loading. The corner load increases with the weight of the load and its distance from the center of the
weighing pan support. If the display remains consistent, even when the same load is placed on different parts
of the weighing pan, the balance does not have corner load deviation.
6.2.1.2 Repeatability test
The repeatability test calculates the mean and standard deviation of a series of measurements with a single test
weight in order to determine the repeatability of the balance.
Repeatability is a measure of the ability of a balance to supply the same result in repetitive weighings with one
and the same load under the same measurement conditions. During the test, the same load is placed and
measured in different parts of the weighing pan. Afterwards, the difference between the measured weight values
is calculated. The spread of the measured results leads to the repeatability.
Repeatability is highly affected by the ambient conditions (drafts, temperature fluctuations and vibrations) and
also by the skill of the person performing the weighing. Therefore, the series of measurements must be carried
out by the same operator, in the same location, under constant ambient conditions and without interruption.
The following test types are available:
• Repeatab. - 1TP: To test repeatability of the balance without tare weight.
• Repeatab. - Tare - 1TP: To test repeatability of the balance with tare weight. The first test weight (tare
weight) is used to simulate a tare container.
The result corresponds to the highest of the four determined eccentric load
deviations (2 ... 5).
6.2.1.3 Sensitivity tests
The sensitivity of the balance defines the degree of responsiveness to a change of load. In other words the
sensitivity defines the minimal variation in mass the balance can detect. Therefore, a mass smaller than the
sensitivity of a balance will not be detectable. The sensitivity test allows you to measure the sensitivity using
one or two test points.
The following test types are available:
• Sensitivity - 1TP: To test sensitivity of the balance with one test weight.
• Sensitivity - 2TP: To test sensitivity of the balance with two test weights.
• Sensitivity - Tare - 1TP: To test sensitivity of the balance with two test weights. The first test weight (tare
weight) is used to simulate a tare container.
• Sensitivity - Tare - 2TP: To test sensitivity of the balance with three test weights. The first test weight (tare
weight) is used to simulate a tare container.
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6.2.2 Creating an own new test
Before a test can be performed, the test settings have to be defined. A test wizard is leading you step-by-step
through the process.
1 Open the Methods section.
2 Tap
3 Tap
4 Select the test type.
5 Work through the process by using the button
For information concerning the settings for the different test types see the following chapters.
Tests.
New.
ð The wizard Create new test starts.
back to the previous step.
6.2.3 Test parameter settings
6.2.3.1 Eccentricity test
1. Name and type
Parameter Description Values
Test type The test type has been pre-defined and cannot be changed in this
menu.
Name Defines the name of the test. Text (1...22 characters)
Show preparation
instructions
Automatic print When activated test results are immediately printed after the test
If activated, a predefined preparatory instruction is displayed in
the test sequence.
result has been calculated on the enabled printer.
Next to go to the next step or the button Back to go
Available test types
Active*| Inactive
Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
2. Test specification
Parameter Description Values
Result calculation Select whether the nominal weight or the conventional mass
value (CMV) is used for the result calculation.
On nominal weight: Nominal value of a weight with a specific
weight class.
On actual weight (CMV): Conventional mass value (CMV) of a
weight from the weight calibration certificate.
* Factory setting
On nominal weight* |
On actual weight (CMV)
Test point
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the value for the nominal weight. The nominal weight is
defined as the expected weight of the measured object.
Weight class Defines the weight class according to OIML or ASTM. E1 | E2 | F1 | F2 | M1 |
Numeric
M2 | M3 | ASTM000 |
ASTM00 | ASTM0 |
ASTM0 | ASTM1 | ASTM2
| ASTM3 | ASTM4 |
ASTM5 | ASTM6 | ASTM7
| Own*
* Factory setting
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Eccentricity limits
Parameter Description Values
Control limit Defines the control limit.
The control limit is the error tolerance of a process with respect to
its set value. Exceeding the control limit is a violation of quality
requirements and therefore requires a correction of the process.
Result if the control limit is exceeded: The test failed, the balance
is out of specification.
Warning limit Defines the warning limit.
The warning limit is an upper or lower limit, which if exceeded or
not reached, makes more stringent process monitoring
necessary. The warning limit has to be smaller than the control
limit.
Result if the warning limit is exceeded: The test is passed, but the
difference is higher than expected.
Numeric | 0.2 %*
(0.001 ... 100%)
Numeric | (0.001 ...
100%)
3. Test weights
In this section a configured test weight can be selected. For information on defining test weights see section
Defining a test weight
4. Error management
Parameter Description Values
Block balance Defines the behavior of the balance if a test has failed.
Active: The balance will be blocked after a specified amount of
failed tests. In this case, the balance cannot be used anymore
until a user with the appropriate right unblocks the balance.
Inactive: Blocking is not activated.
Allowed number
of retries
Defines the maximum allowed retries until the balance will be
blocked.
Active| Inactive*
Numeric (3* | 0...9)
* Factory setting
5. Test planning
Parameter Description Values
Planning type Specifies the schedule for the test to be performed.
Manually: The test must be performed manually.
Daily: The test will be performed automatically every day at the
specified time.
Weekly: The test is performed automatically at least once a week.
Additional days can be selected if required.
Monthly: The test will be performed automatically every month at
the specified day and time.
Quarterly: The test will be performed automatically every three
months at the specified time.
Annually: The test will be performed automatically once a year at
the specified time.
* Factory setting
Manually* | Daily |
Weekly | Monthly |
Quarterly | Annually
Notification
This section does not appear when the option Planning type is set to Manually.
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Parameter Description Values
(x) hours before
test
Notification every
(x) hours
Defines the time period before the notification informs about the
upcoming expiry date.
Defines the time interval before the next notification is issued. Different values
Different values
depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Preferred days
This option only appears when the option Planning type is set to Weekly.
Parameter Description Values
Preferred days Defines the preferred weekday for the execution of the test. Monday | Tuesday |
Wednesday | Thursday |
Friday | Saturday |
Sunday
Preferred day for execution
This section only appears when the option Planning type is set to Monthly.
Parameter Description Values
Day Defines the preferred day for execution of the test. None*| Monday|
Tuesday| Wednesday|
Thursday| Friday|
Saturday| Sunday
Occurrence of
day
Defines the occurrence of a given day of week within a month. First* | Second | Third |
Fourth
* Factory setting
6.2.3.2 Repeatability test
When parameter settings are different for the four repeatability tests you will be informed by a Note.
Parameter Description Values
Test type The test type has been pre-defined and cannot be changed in this
Name Defines the name of the test. Text (1...22 characters)
Test activated Enables/disables the test. Active*| Inactive
Show preparation
instructions
Automatic print When activated test results are immediately printed after the test
* Factory setting
2. Test specification
Parameter Description Values
Result calculation Select whether the nominal weight or the conventional mass
menu.
If activated, a predefined preparatory instruction is displayed in
the test sequence.
result has been calculated on the enabled printer.
value (CMV) is used for the result calculation.
On nominal weight: Nominal value of a weight with a specific
weight class.
On actual weight (CMV): Conventional mass value (CMV) of a
weight from the weight calibration certificate.
Available test types
Active*| Inactive
Active | Inactive*
On nominal weight* |
On actual weight (CMV)
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Number of
repetitions
* Factory setting
Defines the number of weight measurements of a series. Numeric 10* | (2...15)
Tare
This section only appears when the option Test type is set to Repeatab. - Tare - 1TP.
Parameter Description Values
Tare name Defines a name for the tare weight. Text (1...22 characters)
Minimum tare
weight
* Factory setting
Defines the minimum weight for the tare container. The test is
only continued if a tare container with at least this weight is
placed on the balance.
Numeric
Test point
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the value for the nominal weight. The nominal weight is
defined as the expected weight of the measured object.
Weight class Defines the weight class according to OIML or ASTM. E1 | E2 | F1 | F2 | M1 |
Numeric
M2 | M3 | ASTM000 |
ASTM00 | ASTM0 |
ASTM0 | ASTM1 | ASTM2
| ASTM3 | ASTM4 |
ASTM5 | ASTM6 | ASTM7
| Own*
* Factory setting
Test limits
Parameter Description Values
Control limit Defines the control limit.
The control limit is the error tolerance of a process with respect to
its set value. Exceeding the control limit is a violation of quality
requirements and therefore requires a correction of the process.
Result if the control limit is exceeded: The test failed, the balance
is out of specification.
Warning limit Defines the warning limit.
The warning limit is an upper or lower limit, which if exceeded or
not reached, makes more stringent process monitoring
necessary. The warning limit has to be smaller than the control
limit.
Result if the warning limit is exceeded: The test is passed, but the
difference is higher than expected.
* Factory setting
Numeric | 0.2 %*
(0.001 ... 100%)
Numeric | (0.001 ...
100%)
3. Test weights
In this section a configured test weight can be selected. For information on defining test weights see section
Defining a test weight
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4. Error management
Parameter Description Values
Block balance Defines the behavior of the balance if a test has failed.
Active: The balance will be blocked after a specified amount of
failed tests. In this case, the balance cannot be used anymore
until a user with the appropriate right unblocks the balance.
Inactive: Blocking is not activated.
Allowed number
of retries
* Factory setting
Defines the maximum allowed retries until the balance will be
blocked.
Active| Inactive*
Numeric (3* | 0...9)
5. Test planning
Parameter Description Values
Planning type Specifies the schedule for the test to be performed.
Manually: The test must be performed manually.
Daily: The test will be performed automatically every day at the
specified time.
Weekly: The test is performed automatically at least once a week.
Additional days can be selected if required.
Monthly: The test will be performed automatically every month at
the specified day and time.
Quarterly: The test will be performed automatically every three
months at the specified time.
Annually: The test will be performed automatically once a year at
the specified time.
Start time Defines the start time for executing the task. Time
Manually* | Daily |
Weekly | Monthly |
Quarterly | Annually
* Factory setting
Notification
This section does not appear when the option Planning type is set to Manually.
Parameter Description Values
(x) hours before
test
Notification every
(x) hours
* Factory setting
Defines the time period before the notification informs about the
upcoming expiry date.
Defines the time interval before the next notification is issued. Different values
Different values
depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
depending on the
selected frequency
(Planning type).
Preferred day for execution
This option only appears when the option Planning type is set to Weekly.
Parameter Description Values
Day Defines the preferred day for execution of the test. None*| Monday|
Tuesday| Wednesday|
Thursday| Friday|
Saturday| Sunday
Preferred days
This section only appears when the option Planning type is set to Monthly.
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Parameter Description Values
Day Defines the preferred day for execution of the test. None*| Monday|
Occurrence of
day
* Factory setting
6.2.3.3 Sensitivity test
When parameter settings are different for the four sensitivity tests you will be informed by a Note.
1. Name and Type
Parameter Description Values
Test type The test type has been pre-defined and cannot be changed in this
Name Defines the name of the test. Text (1...22 characters)
Test activated Enables/disables the test. Active*| Inactive
Show preparation
instructions
Automatic print When activated test results are immediately printed after the test
Tuesday| Wednesday|
Thursday| Friday|
Saturday| Sunday
Defines the occurrence of a given day of week within a month. First* | Second | Third |
Fourth
Available test types
menu.
If activated, a predefined preparatory instruction is displayed in
the test sequence.
result has been calculated on the enabled printer.
Active*| Inactive
Active | Inactive*
* Factory setting
2. Test specification
Parameter Description Values
Result calculation Select whether the nominal weight or the conventional mass
value (CMV) is used for the result calculation.
On nominal weight: Nominal value of a weight with a specific
weight class.
On actual weight (CMV): Conventional mass value (CMV) of a
weight from the weight calibration certificate.
* Factory setting
On nominal weight* |
On actual weight (CMV)
Tare
Note
This section only appears when the option Test type is set to Sensitivity - Tare - 1TP or Sensitivity - Tare 2TP.
Parameter Description Values
Tare name Defines a name for the tare weight. Text (1...22 characters)
Minimum tare
weight
Defines the minimum weight for the tare container. The test is
only continued if a tare container with at least this weight is
placed on the balance.
Numeric
Test point
Depending on the selected test, the following options can be defined for one or two test points:
Parameter Description Values
Nominal weight Defines the value for the nominal weight. The nominal weight is
defined as the expected weight of the measured object.
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