SHIMPO Instruments FGV-10XY-NIST, FGV-2XY-NIST, FGV-20XY-NIST, FGV-0.5XY-NIST, FGV-5XY-NIST User manual

Digital Force Gauge

FGV -

0.5/1/2/5/10/20/50/100/200 XY

Instruction Manual

Please read the entire manual before using your gauge.

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Safety Precautions

Observe the following safety symbols throughout this manual.

Failure to follow the instructions in this manual may result in serious injury or death.

Warning

Prohibited Actions

Important Instructions

Warning

Use appropriate safety equipment while
performing tests with the FGV-XY.

Weighing large masses, performing break tests,
and other uses may necessitate special safety
equipment. Please contact your supervisor
for the necessary safety equipment and test
procedures.

Caution

Loading the FGV-XY with a force greater than

its rated capacity can damage the gauge.

Caution

Only use the supplied AC adapter for

charging the FGV-XY.

Use of a third party AC adapter will void the unit's
warranty, and may cause circuit damage or fi re.

Use of a broken, deformed, or damaged

attachment or gauge is prohibited.

Contact your Shimpo dealer for information

regarding replacement accessories, additional

accessories, and repair.

OVR is displayed when the
gauge is overloaded. Remove
the load immediately to avoid
damage. Any measurement
during the OVR condition is not
accurate.

Do not attempt to power your AC adapter

with voltages other than 100-230V AC.

Fire and shock hazards may occur if used improperly.

Plug in the AC adapter fi rmly.

Loose connections can cause a fi re or shock hazard.

Do not open, repair, or attempt to modify

your FGV-XY.

Please contact your Shimpo dealer for information

regarding repairs and modifi cations.

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Do not operate the FGV-XY or

its AC adapter in wet conditions.

Shock hazards and malfunctions may occur.

Unplug the AC adapter by grasping the

plugs, and not the cables.

Unnecessary tension on the power chord may

create a shock or fi re hazard.

Safety Precautions

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Caution

Keep the AC adapter's plugs, and the

FGV-XY's power jack clean.

Dirt or corrosion may create a shock or fi re hazard.

Clean your FGV-XY with a damp cloth and a solution
of mild soap and water.

Do not use caustic or abrasive chemicals when
cleaning your FGV-XY.

To ensure consistent accuracy, it is recommended
that your FGV-XY be calibrated at a minimum of
once per year.

Contact your Shimpo dealer for information regarding
calibration.

Do not press the buttons on the FGV-XY
with any objects other than your fi ngers.

Do not use your FGV-XY in the following
conditions or environments:

•In or around water

•In direct sunlight

•In high humidity

•In excessively dusty or oily environments

•In caustic or corrosive environments

•In fl ammible or volitile environments

Operate your FGV-XY
within 0~40

Use of your FGV-XY outside this temperature range
may cause malfunctions or damage.

°

C (-32~104°F).

Operate your FGV-XY within 35~85% RH.

Use of your FGV-XY outside this humidity range
may cause malfunctions or damage.

Caution

Do not apply side loads or torque to your FGV-XY.

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Avoid dropping your FGV-XY.

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Measuring small loads.

Turn off Tracking function be­fore measuring small forces.
Refer to section "4.4. Tracking"
for more information.

Your FGV-XY is not
designed to withstand
dynamic loads. A fall
of sufficient height can
permanently damage your
gauge.

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Your FGV-XY has an internal mechanism which helps prevent overloading
when the measured force is applied in line with the sensor shaft. Applying
a twisting, bending or perpendicular force to the shaft will result in
permanent damage, and inaccurate measurements.

Do not use your force gauge in, or around water.

PEAK

ZERO

MEM

UNIT

Your FGV-XY is not waterproof,
and is not designed for wet, or
excessivley humid locations.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Features 4

2. Standard Accessory Checklist 4

3. Parts of your FGV-XY 5

3.1 Main Unit 5

3.2 Display 6

3.2.1 LCD Sections 6

3.2.2 Numeric Display 6

3.2.3 Display Indicators 6

3.2.4 MAX/MIN display 6

4. Setup 7

4.1 Battery 7

4.2 Measurement Accessories 7

4.3 Hanger 7

4.4 Tracking 8

4.5 Functions 8

4.5.1 Measurement Polarity: f01 9

4.5.2 Display Update Time: f02 9

4.5.3 Auto Power Off: f03 9

4.5.4 RS-232C Baud Rate: f04 10

4.5.5 Response Time: f05 10

4.5.6 External Output: f06 10

4.6 Reversing the Display 11

5. Features and Operation 11

5.1 Overview of Operation 11

5.2 Measuring Mode 12

5.2.1 Standard Measuring Mode 12

5.2.2 Peak Mode 12

5.3 Change Display Unit 12

5.4 Tare 12

5.5 Comparator 13

5.5.1 Comparator Overview 13

5.5.2 Comparator / Memory Settings Mode 13

5.5.3 Setting HI Limit 13

5.5.4 Setting LO Limit 14

5.5.5 Comparator Display 14

5.5.6 Comparator Output 14

5.6 Memory 14

5.6.1 Setting the Memory Mode 16

5.6.2 Recording Memory Data 17

5.6.2.1 Continuous Mode 17

5.6.2.2 Single Mode 17

5.6.2.3 Standard Mode 17

5.7 Reviewing Memory Data 18

5.7.1 Continuous Mode Memory 18

5.7.1.1 Accessing Memory Data 18

5.7.1.2 Statistics Data 19

5.7.2 Single Mode Memory 20

5.7.2.1 Accessing Memory Data 20

5.7.2.2 Statistics Data 21

5.7.3 Standard Mode Memory 22

5.7.3.1 Accessing Memory Data 22

5.7.3.2 Statistics Data 23

5.8 Clearing the Memory 23

5.8.1 Clearing the Last Record 23

5.8.2 Clearing All Memory 24

5.8.3 No Recorded Data 24

5.9 USB Communication 24

5.9.1 Features of ToriemonUSB 24

5.9.2 Download ToriemonUSB 24

5.9.3 Battery Life and USB 24

6. External Data Port 25

6.1 Pin Assignment 25

6.2 RS-232C Output 25

6.2.1 RS-232C Interface 25

6.2.2 RS-232C Communication Commands 26

6.2.3 Connection between FGV and Host 27

6.3 Analog Output 27

6.4 Overload/Comparator Output 27

7. Frequently Asked Questions 28

7.1 Troubleshooting 28

7.2 Technical Inquiries 28

8. Support 29

8.1 Repair and Calibration 29

8.2 Warranty 29

9. Specifi cations and Dimensions 29

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1. Product Features

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Nickel – Hydrogen battery allows for long periods of use.

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Data can be downloaded to PC via USB.

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1000 points of data storage.

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Comparator feature for pass/fail testing.

4.1 Battery

5.9 USB Communication

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5.6. Memory

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→ 5.5. Comparator

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Broad range of capacities: 2.000N (200.0gf, 8oz) ~ 1000N (100.0kgf, 200lb).

→ 9 Specifi cations and Dimensions

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Reversible display with reversed key pad for easy upside down reading.

4.6. Reverse the Display

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One touch operation to change the measurement unit N, kg(g), Lb(oz).

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→ 5.3. Change Display Unit

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Measures peak values for tension and compression.

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High speed measurement rate of 1000 times/second.

5.2.2. Peak Hold Mode

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Display update time as fast as 20 times/second.

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5.2.1 Standard Measuring Mode

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2. Standard Accessory Checklist

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Before use, please confi rm that the following items are included in the carrying case.

Force Gauge

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Model

Hook

M6 12 70° 70° 70°
M4 8 60° 90° 60°

Measurement Adapters

M4 adapters are included with FGV-2XY ~ 0.5XY.

M6 adapters are included with all other types.

Flat Head Cone Head Notched Head Chisel

Thread

Adapter

AC Adapter

Extension Rod L:92(M6)/L:86(M4)

USB Cable 2.0 (2.0 m)

Hanger

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3. Parts of your FGV-XY

3.1.Main Unit

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1. Sensor Shaft

2. Display

3. PEAK

4. UNIT

5. ZERO

6. MEM

7. POWER

8. AC Adapter Port

9. Data Output Port

10. USB Port

11. Hanger Attachment Bolt

12. Threaded Holes

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Apply your force in line with this threaded shaft. Use the included attachments for a your testing application.
LCD screen is unit's main information display,
Press PEAK to change measuring modes

Press UNIT to switch to available measurement units.

Press ZERO in Standard mode to tare gauge.
Pressing ZERO in Peak mode will clear the current peak value.

Press MEM in standard mode to activate measurement recording

Press POWER to turn gauge on and off.
Port used for the provided AC adapter.
Port used for data output options.
Port used to connect gauge to PC through USB.
Bolt secures the provided hanger attachment.
Thread holes are used to attach gauge to a fi xture or stand.

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3.2 Display

3.2.1 LCD Sections

Unit Type

Comparator Indicator

Max/Min

Measurement Value

Peak Mode Indicator

3.2.2 Numeric Display

The default setting for the four digit display shows compression loads as a positive force and tension loads as a negative force. To
reverse these settings, showing compression loads as negative and tension loads as positive, see section 4.5 for setting f01.

3.2.3 Display Indicators

Newton Kilogram

The availability of kg or g, and lb or oz is determined by the gauge's capacity.

OVR is displayed when the load has exceeded
the gauge's capacity by 20%.

LO BAT flashes when
the battery needs to be
charged. Plug in the sup­plied AC adapter.

Gram

PWR is displayed 1 minute before the gauge auto­matically powers off.

BAT is displayed when
the battery is being
charged.

PEAK is displayed when the unit is in
Peak mode. The presence of " - " con­fi rms negative Peak mode.

Pound

and are shown when the comparator is ON.
See section 5.5.5 for more information.

Ounce

3.2.4 MAX/MIN Display

When displaying statistical data in memory mode, the following indictors are shown.

The polarity setting, f01, will determine which directional force is considered positive and negative. See section 4.5.

Maximum

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Minimum

(Negative)

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4. Setup

4.1 Battery

Do not charge with

non-standard AC adapter.

Fully charge your FGV-XY before use.

AC Adapter Port

1. To charge your FGV-XY, fi rmly plug the supplied AC adapter into the
gauge's power port, and then plug the adapter into a wall outlet.

•Charging will start automatically, and "BAT" will show on the LCD.

•Charging will stop automatically, and "BAT" will disappear from the LCD.

•Charge time: Up to 16 Hours.

•Operating time: Approximately 8 Hours.

Use only the AC adapter supplied with your FGV-XY. Do not use a third party adapt-

er. Doing so could cause a fi re or shock hazard. Contact your Shimpo dealer if you

need a new adapter.

2. To conserve battery life, only charge the unit when
"LO BAT" is displayed. Charging the unit before the
battery is close to empty will decrease the battery's life.

3. The FGV-XY is fully operable while charging.

4. When the battery's power is low, "LO BAT" will dis­play on the LCD. If the unit is not connected to the AC
adapter, the gauge will power off in approximately one
minute.

4.2 Measurement Accessories

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4.3 Hanger

The hanger allows your FGV-XY to be hung from a fi xture or winch.

Hanger Bolt

Hanger

Select the measurement adapter for your application, and lightly hand

tighten the accessory onto the sensor shaft. Over tightening an acces-

sory with your hand or a tool can cause permanent damage to the gauge.

Do not tighten an attachment
with any tool. Do not over
tighten.

Hook

Flat Head Cone Head Notched Head Chisel

Extension Rod

Be sure that your fixture, stand, or

winch can support the gauge, and

the applied load..

The hanger is shaped specifically to fit onto the

gauge. Remove the hanger bolt, place the square

end of the hanger in the recessed area on the gauge,

and tighten the hanger bolt.

Do not use a broken, bent,
or damaged attachment.

Thread

Adapter

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4.4 Tracking

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The FGV-XY uses a load cell and strain gauge as its force sensor. The sensor is affected by environmental changes such as temperature and
humidity. The Tracking function, which is active by default, helps to negate the effects of these changes. Tracking can cause errors when
measuring very small forces. It is recommended that you turn off the Tracking function when measuring these smaller forces. With the gauge's
power off, hold PEAK and UNIT. Press POWER, and keep holding PEAK and UNIT until "oFF" is displayed. Repeat the process to turn Track­ing back on. Instead of "oFF", "SEt" will be displayed.

Key Operation Display

Turn Power Off

ZERO

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PEAK

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

POWER

POWER

2.

1.

Tracking OFF

1. Hold down PEAK and UNIT.

2. Press POWER.

FGV

Standard Measuring Mode

Splash Screen

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

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MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Tracking ON

3. Release POWER.

Release PEAK and UNIT
after the display shows
"SEt" or "oFF".

4.5 Functions

The following settings are available in Function mode.

Setting Unit Options Default

Measurement Polarity f01 -0001(minus), 0001 (plus) 0001

Display Update Time f02 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 (times/second) 3

Auto Power Off f03 10 (10 minutes), oFF (always on) 10

RS-232C Baud Rate f04 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps 2400

Response Time f05 3, 20, 150 (msec) 3

Output Type f06 ovEr, Hi-Lo ovEr

Key operation Display

Turn power off

ZERO

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MEM

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POWER

ZERO

1.

POWER

2.

1. Hold down ZERO.

2. Press POWER.

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

FGV

Splash Screen

Function Mode

3. Release POWER.

Release ZERO after the
display shows "f01".

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4.5.1 Measurement Polarity: f01

This function allows you to change whether compression is shown as a positive or negative force. Once the compression display has been
changed, the tension display will then read as the opposite of the compression. Press UNIT to change the setting, PEAK to save and move to
the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

Key Operation Display

Positive Compression

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Press UNIT to change.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

Negative Compression

Save the current setting, and return to the standard measuring mode.

Save the current setting, and move to f02.

4.5.2 Display Update Time: f02

This function allows you to change the rate at which the display is updated.
The update times available are 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, and 20 times a second.
Press UNIT to cycle through the settings, PEAK to save and move to the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

Key Operation Display

PEAK

UNIT

UNIT

MEM

UNIT

1 time/sec 2 times/sec

ZERO

3 times/sec

Press UNIT to cycle through

the available settings.

5 times/sec10 times/sec

ZERO

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

ZERO

PEAK

20 times/sec

Save the current setting, and return to the standard measuring mode.

Save the current setting, and move to f03.

4.5.3 Auto Power Off: f03

If the gauge is on and there is no activity for 10 minutes*, the unit automatically powers off to conserve battery power.
This option may be disabled, and is automatically disabled when connected to the AC adapter.
Press UNIT to change the setting, PEAK to save and move to the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

*Activity is defi ned as key operations, RS-232C communication, USB communication, or changes in measurement value.

Key Operation Display

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Press UNIT to change.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

Auto Power Off: 10 Minutes

Save the current setting, and return to the standard measuring mode.

Auto Power Off: disabled

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

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Save the current setting, and move to f04.

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4.5.4 RS-232C Baud Rate: f04

PEAK

MEM

PEAK

MEM

PEAK

MEM

This function allows you to change the RS-232C communication rate. The available baud rates are 2400, 4800, 9600, and 19200 bps.
Press UNIT to change the setting, PEAK to save and move to the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

Key Operation Display

bps

9600

19200

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Press UNIT to cycle through

the available settings.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

2400

bps

4800

bps

Save the current setting, and return to the standard measuring mode.

Save the current setting, and move to f05.

4.5.5 Response Time: f05

The response time function smooths out the gauge's sampling, and adjusts the sampling period accordingly.
The available response times are 3, 20, and 150 msec.
Press UNIT to change the setting, PEAK to save and move to the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

Key Operation Display

bps

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Press UNIT to cycle through

the available settings.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

The response time shows 90% of the step input.
Sampling and analog output rates are linked to
this setting.

Response time Sampling period • Analog output update period

3 msec 1 msec

20 msec 1 msec

150 msec 6.7 msec

Save the current setting, and return to the standard measuring mode.

Save the current setting, and move to f06.

Application of Load

Measurement

90%

Response Time

4.5.6 External Output: f06

This function allows user to change between Overload and Comparator type output..*
Press UNIT to change the setting, PEAK to save and move to the next function, or ZERO to save and fi nish.

Key Operation Display

Response Time: 3msec Response Time: 20msec Response Time: 150msec

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Press UNIT to cycle through the

available settings.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

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Overload Output Comparator Output

Save the current setting, and return to f01.

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4.6 Reversing the Display

If you have mounted your FGV-XY upside down, or are holding the unit upside down during measurement, the display may be reversed for
readablity.

Key Operation Display

Turn Power Off

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

1.

1. Hold down UNIT.

2. Press POWER.

POWER

2.

POWER

Standard Display

FGV

Reversed Display

Reversed Display

Splash Screen

Tracking Mode Status

FGV

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Release POWER.

Release UNIT after
the the Tracking
Mode status screen is
displayed in reverse.

Reversed Display

Standard Display

5. Features and Operation

5.1 Overview of Operation

Basic Operations

Key Operation

POWER Turns the FGV-XY ON and OFF

ZERO Tares the gauge in Standard mode. Clears a peak value in Peak mode.
PEAK Switches between Standard, Positive Peak, and Negative Peak mode.

UNIT Cycles between the available measurement units.
MEM Stores a value in memory, or starts recording values.

Special Operations

Operation Key Key Functions

Tracking

ON / OFF

Enter

Function Mode

Reverse Display

Display Memory

Data

Comparator/

Memory Settings

PEAK+UNIT

POWER

ZERO +
POWER

UNIT +

POWER

MEM +

POWER

PEAK +
POWER

Turn POWER off. Press PEAK and UNIT simultaneously and hold. Press and release POWER.
Release PEAK and UNIT after "SEt" or "oFF" is displayed.

Turn POWER off. Press ZERO and hold. Press and release POWER.
Release ZERO after "f01" is displayed.

While in Function Mode:
UNIT: Changes the current setting.
PEAK: Saves current setting, and advances to the next the function.
ZERO: Saves the current setting, and returns to Standard mode.

Turn POWER off. Press UNIT and hold, then press and release POWER.
Release UNIT after the display has reversed.

Turn POWER off. Press MEM and hold, then press POWER.
Release MEM after the display shows memory data.

While in the Memory display:
UNIT: Cycles through the statistical data for the current memory block.
PEAK: Returns to Standard mode. ZERO: Deletes one memory block.
Hold ZERO to delete all memory data. MEM: Advances to the next memory block.

Turn POWER off. Press PEAK and hold, then press POWER.
Release PEAK after the "HI" setting is displayed.

While in Comparator/Memory Settings:
UNIT: Selects HI/LO setting, advances digits, changes polarity, cycles memory modes.
PEAK: Cycles through HI, LO, MEM settings.
ZERO: Cycles through the digits in HI/LO settings.
MEM: Saves settings and returns to Standard mode.

Standard Measuring Mode

Standard Display

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5.2 Measuring Mode

ZERO

MEM

The two measurement modes available are Standard and Peak.

5.2.1Standard Measuring Mode

This mode shows the current force applied, tension/compression, on the sensor shaft.

1. Turn on the FGV-XY by pressing POWER.

2. Press ZERO to tare the gauge.

3. If necessary, press and release PEAK until NO “PEAK” on display.

The measurement displayed is the average of the measured samples* over the display's update time.
The display update time is set to 3 times/second by default. This can be increased up to 20 times/second. Refer to section 4.5.2 for more
information.

*This is dependent on the Response Time function, f05. See section 4.5.5 for more information.

Key Operation Display

ZERO

PEAK

MEM

POWER

UNIT

Press POWER.

POWER

Splash Screen

FGV

5.2.2 Peak Mode

Peak mode displays the greatest force in both the positive and negative direction. Sampling time is 1ms.*
Press PEAK to change from standard measuring mode, to positive peak mode, to negative peak mode.
In the positive peak mode, “PEAK” is displayed.
In the negative peak mode, “PEAK” and “- “ are displayed.

*This is dependent on the Response Time function, f05. See section 4.5.5 for more information.

Key Operation Display

Standard Measuring Mode

PEAK

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

Press PEAK.

While in either peak mode, ZERO will clear the current peak value, but will not tare the gauge.

Positive Peak Mode

Standard Measuring ModeTracking Mode Status

Negative Peak Mode

5.3 Change Display Unit

To change the measurement unit, press UNIT. The units of measure available on each gauge depends on its capacity.

See the specifi cation sheet, section 9, to see which units are availablefor a particular model gauge.

5.4 Tare

Press ZERO to reset the measured value. This will allow the gauge to ignore any force currently applied to the sensor shaft. The ignored, or

tared, force is still counted with regards to the gauge's overload condition.

Overload will occur when the force applied to the sensor shaft exceeds the gauge's rated capacity by 20%. Stop measuring, and remove the load

immediately to avoid permanent damage to the gauge. Any measurements taken in the overload range are not accurate.

Tare is automatically performed when the gauge is fi rst powered on.

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ZERO

MEM

ZERO

MEM

5.5 Comparator

MEMORY

MEMORY

5.5.1 Compatrator Overview

The Comparator function allows you to create conditions for Go/No Go testing. A high(HI), and low(LO) force limit may be set so that the
FGV-XY's display will show when a measurement is not within the HI and LO settings. In addition, the output port will respond relative to the
display. See section 6.4 regarding the comparator output.
The FGV-XY must be in Comparator mode, and not Overload mode to use the following settings. See section 4.5.6 regarding the output
mode.

5.5.2 Comparator / Memory Settings Mode

Turn POWER off, press PEAK and hold. Press POWER and release (release PEAK after "HI" is displayed).

Key operation Display

Turn power off

1.

PEAK

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

1. Hold down PEAK.

2. Press POWER.

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

POWER

POWER

2.

FGV

Splash Screen

Comparator HI limit

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

Comparator LO limit

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

Memory mode

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

3. Release POWER.

Release PEAK after "HI"
is diaplayed.

Setting Display Content Default factory setting

Comparator HI limit HI Value for the HI limit* 0

Comparator LO limit LO Value for the LO limit* 0

Memory mode MEM Memory mode(Standard, Single, Continuous) Std

* When HI and LO are set to 00.00 the Comparator function is disabled.

5.5.3 Setting HI Limit

1. Press UNIT to select the HI setting. The digits will start fl ashing.

2. Press UNIT again to change the polarity.

3. Choose the digit to change by pressing ZERO.

4. Press UNIT to increase the selected digit to the desired value.

5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the desired value and polarity are correct.

6. Press PEAK. This saves the HI limit and displays the LO limit.

7. Press MEM if you are fi nished with the Comparator and Memory settings.

Key operation Status Display

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Changes polarity

The Comparator function's limits can be set outside of the
FGV-XY's working range. This may cause unpredictable
results, and is not reccomended.

The values entered for the HI and LO settings are displayed
in the measurement units last used in Standard mode.

The absolute value of the HI limit may never be lower than
the absolute value of the LO limit.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

Selects the next digit.

UNIT

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Key operation Status

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

POWER

POWER

Move to LO limit setting.

Register the setting, then move

to standard measuring mode.

Turn power off without any change.

5.5.4 Setting LO Limit

MEMORY

MEMORY

The procedure to set the HI limit is used to set the LO limit.
Section 5.5.3 contains this information.

LO limit setting mode

5.5.5 Comparator Display

The following symbols are shown when the comparator function is active.

Measuring value > HI limit

Measuring value < LO limit

Data < HI limit

Data > LO limit

Comparator Display

Posibilities

The absolute value of the LO limit may never be higher than
the absolute value of the HI limit.

Key Operation

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

POWER

POWER

In order for the Comparator function to display, the
comparator output option must be set in function f06.
See section 4.5.6 regarding this setting.

Data > HI limit Data < LO limit

Move to memory mode.

Register the setting, then move

to standard measuring mode.

Turn power off without any change.

5.5.6 Comparator Output

The Comparator function also allows control of an alarm or automated process through its data output port.
When the measured value is greater than the HI limit, the corresponding photo-couple is triggered.
When the measured value is lower than the LO limit, the corresponding photo-couple is triggered.

In order for the Comparator function to display, the
comparator output option must be set in function f06.
See section 4.5.6 regarding this setting.

For connection and circuit information, pertaining to
the Comparator output, see section 6.4.

5.6 Memory

The FGV-XY has three memory modes.

Allows the recording of up to 1000 data points. The recording starts when you push MEM, and stops when you

Continuous memory

Single memory

Standard memory

push MEM. In addition, the following statistics, gathered between that start and stop, are recorded: positive
maximum value, negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value, positive peak
value, negative peak value, average value, standard deviation.

Allows the recording of up to 100 data points. Every time MEM is pressed, the value shown on the display is
memorized. If the unit is in Standard mode then the current measured value is recorded. In Peak mode, the unit
records the displayed peak value. In addition, the following statistics are recorded: positive maximum value,
negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value, average value, standard deviation.

Allows the recording of up to 50 data points. The recording process is similar to Continuous mode. MEM starts
the recording, and stops the recording. The measured value, when MEM is pushed the second time, is recorded
as a point. The following statistics, gathered between the start and stop, are recorded: positive maximum value,
negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value.

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Memory terms defi ned:

Measurement value: The current displayed value in Standard mode.

Positive maximum value (+MAX): Maximum value in the positive direction.

Negative maximum value (-MAX): Maximum value in the negative direction.

Positive minimum value (+MIN): Minimum value in the positive direction.

Negative minimum value (-MIN): Minimum value in the negative direction.

Average value (AVE): Average of the recorded measurement values. Σ X i/n

Standard deviation (DEV): Standard deviation of the recorded measurement values. Σ( Xi-X )2/n

Positive peak value: Largest value in the positive direction.
Negative peak value: Largest value in the negative direction.
Last measurement value (LST): The last measurement value displayed at the corresponding time.

Example of +MAX, -MAX, +MIN, -MIN (Continuous memory mode)

(This value is sampled at 1000 times/second).

(This value is sampled at 1000 times/second)

Ex. 1

Ex. 2

Ex. 3

+

0

-

+

0

-

+

Start of Memory

Start of Memory

+MAX

+MIN, -MIN

-MAX

End of Memory

+MAX

+MIN

-MIN, -MAX

End of Memory

0

Start of Memory

-

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+MIN, +MAX

-MIN

-MAX

ZERO

MEM

ZERO

MEM

5.6.1 Setting the Memory Mode

MEMORY

MEMORY

Turn the POWER off.

Press PEAK and hold, then press and release POWER. The display will show the HI Comparator limit.

Press PEAK twice to display the current memory mode.

Press UNIT to cycle the Memory mode.

Press MEM to save and exit.

There are following items are found in the Comparator/Memory mode settings.

Item Display Content Default factory setting

Comparator HI limit setting HI Displays the current HI limit. 0

Comparator LO limit setting LO Displays the current LO limit. 0

Memory mode setting MEM Displays the current Memory mode. Std

Key Operation Display

Turn power off.

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

1.

PEAK

MEM

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down PEAK.

2. Press POWER.

POWER

2.

FGV

Splash Screen

Comparator HI limit setting

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

Comparator LO limit setting

ZERO

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

MEM

UNIT

Release POWER.

Release PEAK after the
unit displays the HI
comparator setting.

Memory mode setting

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

PEAK

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

PEAK

PEAK

Single

memory

UNIT

Continuous

memory

UNIT

Standard

memory

MEM

PEAK

PEAK

Saves changes,

and exits to

Standard mode.

PEAK

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5.6.2 Recording Memory Data

The following procedures explain how to activate memory recording for each memory mode.

5.6.2.1 Continuous Mode

1. In continuos measurement mode, press MEM to start the recording. The letter M will appear and start blinking. Press M to stop the
recording.

2. If 1000 points of data are recorded, the display will show FULL and return to standard measurement mode.

Key operation Status Display

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

Continuos

Measurement

("" means blinking)

Mode

1000 data points have been recorded.

Recording

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

Recording Finished

5.6.2.2 Single Mode

1. In single measurement mode, press MEM. The letter M will appear to show that one data point has been recorded.

2. If 100 data points have been collected, the screen will show FULL, and return to standard measurement mode.

Key operation Status Display

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

Single

Measurement

Mode

100 data points have been collected.

Data Point Recorded

5.6.2.3 Standard Mode

1. In Standard Measurement mode, press MEM. The letter M will start blinking, which shows that maximum,
minimum, and peak values are being recorded.

2. Press MEM to stop the recording, and store the last measurement value.

Key operation Status Display

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

MEMORY

Standard

Measurement

Mode

Recording +/- MAX,

MIN and PEAK.

Recording Finished

("" means blinking)

50 data points have been collected.

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PEAK

PEAK

5.7 Reviewing Memory Data

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

5.7.1 Continuous Mode Memory

5.7.1.1 Accessing Memory Data

1. Turn the POWER off. Press MEM and hold, then press and release POWER. Release MEM when you see "CNT" on the display. The unit will alter­nate between showing the data block number, and the recorded measurement value of that block.

2. Press MEM to review the previous data block recorded.

3. Press UNIT to cycle through the available recorded statistics. In Continuous mode the available statistics are as follows: positive maximum
value, negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value, positive peak value, negative peak value, average value, stan-

dard deviation. This is covered in greater detail in the next section, 5.7.1.2.

4. Press PEAK to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Turn power off.

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

3. Release POWER

Release MEM after "CNT"

is displayed.

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

1.

POWER

2.

Last memory number

MEM

MEM

Previous memory

MEM

MEM

Deletes the current data block, but only if you have the last block selected.

First memory block

MEM

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

POWER

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5.7.1.2 Statistics Data

PEAK

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

1. When in memory mode, UNIT will cycle through the available statistics data.

2. Each press of UNIT will switch between the following items: positive maximum value, negative maximum value, positive minimum value, nega­tive minimum value, positive peak value, negative peak value, average value, standard deviation.

3. Press MEM to exit to the recorded measurement values.

4. Press PEAK key to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Memory data

MEM

MEM

MEM

Turn power off

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

1.

POWER

2.

Memory block number

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Display statistical data

PEAK

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

3. Release POWER

Release MEM when
"CNT" is displayed.

ZERO

MEMORY

Positive Maximum

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Standard deviation

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Average

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Negative Maximum

Negative Peak

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Positive Minimum

Negative Minimum

UNIT

Positive Peak

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

MEM

MEM

MEM

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

POWER

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Transfers the recorded memory data via RS232C, and exits memory mode.

Exits statistic mode, and returns to memory blocks.

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PEAK

PEAK

5.7.2 Single Mode Memory

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

5.7.2.1 Accessing Memory Data

1. Turn the POWER off. Press MEM and hold, then press and release POWER. Release MEM when you see "SIg" on the display. The unit will
alternate between showing the data block number and the recorded measurement value of that block.

2. Press MEM to review the previous data block recorded.

3. Press UNIT to cycle through the available recorded statistics. In Single mode the available statistics are as follows: positive maximum value,
negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value, average value, standard deviation. This is covered in greater detail in

the next section, 5.7.2.2.

4. Press PEAK to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

1.

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

POWER

2.

Last memory block

MEM

MEM

MEM

Previous memory block

MEM

MEM

MEM

First memory block

MEM

MEM

MEM

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

Release POWER

Release MEM after the
display shows "CNT".

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

POWER

Deletes the current data block, but only if you have the last block selected.

Cycles through the available statistics.

Transfers the recorded memory data via RS232C, and exits memory mode.

Powers down the FGV-XY.

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5.7.2.2 Statistics Data

PEAK

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

1. When in memory mode, UNIT will cycle through the available statistics data.

2. Each press of UNIT will switch between the following items: positive maximum value, negative maximum value,
positive minimum value, negative minimum value, average value, standard deviation.

3. Press MEM to exit to the recorded measurement values.

4. Press PEAK key to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

3. Release POWER

Release MEM after "CNT"
has displayed.

1.

POWER

2.

Memory block

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Display statistical data

Positive Maximum

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Standard deviation

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Recorded Value

UNIT

Negative Maximum

UNIT

Average

MEM

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Positive Minimum

Negative Minimum

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

MEM

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

POWER

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Transfers the recorded memory data via RS232C, and exits memory mode.

Exits statistic mode, and returns to memory blocks.

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5.7.3 Standard Mode Memory

PEAK

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEMORY

5.7.3.1 Accessing Memory Data

1. Turn the POWER off. Press MEM and hold, then press and release POWER. Release MEM when you see "STd" on the display. The unit will
alternate between showing the data block number, and the recorded measurement value of that block.

2. Press MEM to review the previous data block recorded.

3. Press UNIT to cycle through the available recorded statistics. In Standard mode, the available statistics are as follows: positive maximum value,
negative maximum value, positive minimum value, negative minimum value. This is covered in greater detail in the next section, 5.7.3.2.

4. Press PEAK to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

3. Release POWER

Release MEM when
"CNT" is displayed.

1.

POWER

2.

Last memory block Previous memory block

MEM

MEM

First memory block

MEM

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

PEAK

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

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Cycles through the available statistics.

Transfers the recorded memory data via RS232C, and exits memory mode.

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PEAK

PEAK

5.7.3.2 Statistics Memory Data

PEAK

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

1. When in memory mode, UNIT will cycle through the available statistics data.

2. Each press of UNIT will switch between the following items: positive maximum value, negative maximum value, positive minimum value,
negative minimum value, positive peak value, and negative peak value.

3. Press MEM to exit to the recorded measurement values.

4. Press PEAK key to output the recorded memory via RS-232C. Refer to section 6.2 regarding RS232C communication.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

POWER

UNIT

1. Hold down MEN key

2. Press POWER key

ZERO

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

1.

POWER

2.

Memory Block

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Display statistical data

Positive Maximum

UNIT

UNIT

Recorded Value

Negative Maximum Positive Minimum

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Release POWER

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Negative Peak

Positive Peak

Release MEM after
"CNT" is displayed.

MEM

PEAK

PEAK

POWER

PEAK

POWER

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

Exits statistic mode, and returns to memory blocks.

Transfers the recorded memory data via RS232C, and exits memory mode.

Powers off the FGV-XY.

UNIT

UNIT

UNIT

5.8 Clearing the Memory

5.8.1 Clearing the Last Record

1. The last recorded memory block may be erased by pressing ZERO while viewing the last data point.

2. If ZERO is pressed while viewing any other data point, the display will show "Err", and will not delete anything.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

ZERO

POWER

1.

POWER

2.

Memory block number

Value Cleared

UNIT

UNIT

Negative Minimum

Last Memory Block

UNIT

1. Hold MEM

2. Press POWER

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

Error

ZERO

PEAK

UNIT

MEMORY

MEM

MEMORY

Memory data

Not the last
memory block

Release POWER

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5.8.2 Clearing All Memory

PEAK

PEAK

1. While viewing the last memory point, press and hold ZERO.

2. The display will show "nonE".

3. All memory has now been cleared, which returns the unit to standard measurement mode.

Key operation Display

Turn power off

PEAK

MEMORY

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

1. Hold down MEM

2. Press POWER

PEAK

MEMORY

MEM

UNIT

3. Release POWER

Release MEM after "CNT"
is displayed.

ZERO

POWER

ZERO

MEMORY

1.

POWER

2.

Memory block number

Memory data

(Push for 5 seconds or more)

ZERO

ZERO

ZERO

No recorded data

Standard measuring mode

5.8.3 No Recorded Data

The display will show "nonE" if switching to memory mode when there are no recorded memory points.

Standard Measuring Mode

5.9 USB Communication

The USB port allows you to connect your FGV-XY via the supplied USB cable to your PC. Our free software, ToriemonUSB, allows you to
capture data directly into Excel*.

5.9.1 Features of ToriemonUSB

ToriemonUSB allows you to capture measurement and memory data directly into Microsoft Excel.

*Microsoft Excel is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.

5.9.2 Download ToriemonUSB

ToriemonUSB is available for free at the following web address: http://www.shimpoinst.com/software.php

The manual is included with the software download, and is available separately.

5.9.3 Battery Life and USB

Leaving the USB cable connected to the FGV-XY will drain the battery power at a faster rate. Only connect the gauge when taking data,
or use the AC adapater for power when accessing data frequently.

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6. External Data Port

6.1 Pin Assignment

2

1

3

4

5

HR12-10RC-10SDL, by Hirose, is the output connector.
We recommend HR12-10PCAE300 with 10 conductor
shielded cable to make your own.

Please call your Shimpo dealer for information regard­ing optional cables and accessories.

RS232C Output Cable
(Optional)

6

7

9

Pin Number Signal Name

1 Analog +

2 Analog GND

3

4 Digital GND

5 Connection Detection

6

7 Not Used*

8

9

10 Common (for Pins 8 and 9)

*Always leave pin 7 unconnected.

TxD (RS-232C Transmitted Data)

8

10

RxD (RS-232C Received Data)

Host --> FGV

FGV --> Host

Compression Overload /

LO Comparator Output

Tension overload /

HI Comparator Output

6.2.RS-232C Output

The RS-232C data connection allows control from external devices and data transfers.

6.2.1 RS-232C Interface

Baud rate* 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps
Length of data bit 8 bit
Parity bit None
Length of stop bit 1 bit
Flow control None

*The baud rate is selectable through setting (f04). See section 4.5.4 for more information.
Default factory setting is 2400 bps. Consult your equipment's manual or manufacturer for the correct baud rate.
ASCII code, alpha numerics and carriage returns are used for RS-232C data transfer.

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6.2.2 RS232C Communication Commands

Typical Host -> FGV commands.

"cr"means carriage return.

Commands Content Response Explanation of Response

AA cr Tare
AB cr Cancel data transmission
AC cr Switch to positive peak mode
AD cr Switch to standard measuring mode

AL cr Switch to negative peak mode
AE cr Clear peak values

AF cr Switch unit to Kg, g
AG cr Switch unit to N
AH cr Switch unit to lb
AK cr Switch unit to oz
BA cr Request current measurement

BB cr

BB1 cr

BB2 cr

BB3 cr

Request continuous transmission of
measurement data (10 times/second)
Request continuous transmission of
measurement data (20 times/second)
Request continuous transmission of
measurement data (50 times/second)
Request continuous transmission of
measurement data (100 times/second)

BC cr Transmission request of model

BD cr Transmission request of unit

BE cr Transmission request of plus peak value

BF cr Transmission request of minus peak value

If the FGV-XY detects a communication error,

the following error codes are sent.

AA cr
AB cr
AC cr
AD cr
AL cr
AE cr
AF cr
AG cr
AH cr
AK cr

BA cr NA xxxxxx cr

BB cr NA xxxxxx cr

BB1 cr NA xxxxxx cr

BB2 cr NA xxxxxx cr

BB3 cr NA xxxxxx cr

BC cr NE xx cr

BD cr NH x cr

BE cr NB xxxxxx cr
BF cr NC xxxxxx cr

OB cr
OF cr
OH cr

Tare
Cancel data transmission
Switch to positive peak mode
Switch to standard measuring mode
Switch to negative peak mode
Clear peak values
Switch unit to Kg, g
Switch unit to N
Switch unit to lb
Switch unit to oz

xxxxxx: Polarity, decimal point, 4 digit value

xx: 2-digit number indicating model

02: FGV-0.5, 03: FGV-1, 04: FGV-2, 05: FGV-5, 06: FGV-10,
07: FGV-20, 08: FGV-50, 09: FGV-100, 1A: FGV-200
x: one-digit number indicating unit

0: N, 1: kg, 2: g, 3: lb, 4: oz

xxxxxx: Polarity, decimal point, 4 digit value

Format error (Command error)
Flaming error
Overrun error

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6.2.3 Connection between FGV and Host

FGV
Data Ouput Port

RxD

Digital GND

Connection Detection

TxD

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

Host
9 pin serial connection

1

DCD

2

RxD

3

TxD
DTR

4

GND

5

DSR

6

RTS

7

8

CTS

9

RI

Without the connection between the Digital GND and

pin 5, RS-232C communication will not work.

6.3 Analog Output

± 1V Analog Output
The output voltage's polarity corresponds to the polarity shown on the display during standard measurement mode.
The voltage will adjust to any tare command performed.

Output signal ± 1V

Signal method 12 bit D/A converter

Output update 1000 times/second*

Load resistance >10 k Ω

Output accuracy ± 50mV

*This rate is determined by setting f05. Please refer to 4.5.5.

The analog output has a default update rate of 1000 times/second. The output
voltage is linearly scaled so that the current zero point of the gauge corresponds
with 0V, and so that 1V corresponds with 100% of the gauge's rated capacity.
This means that the tare function, or any change in the gauge's zero point, will
change the maximum voltage shown before the gauge is overloaded.

Red

Black+-

Analog Cable
(Optional)

6.4 Overload/Comparator Output

Output overload/comparator signal.
Switch of output overload/comparator signal is set by external output setting (f06) of function mode.

I/F Circuit

Compression Overload /
LO Comparator Trigger

Tension Overload /
HI Comparator Trigger

Common
(For Pins 8 and 9)

Overload Output

When the overload condition is triggered, the corresponding overload output turns on. This can be used to stop a motorized test stand, or an
alarm to prevent damage from accidental overload.
When compression overload occurs photo-couple 1(PC1) turns on, and allows current to fl ow between Pin 8 and 10.
When tension overload occurs photo-couple 2(PC2) turns on, and allows current to fl ow between Pin 9 and 10.
If no overload condition exists, PC1 and PC2 should be closed, and will not allow current fl ow.
Overload occurs at about 120% of the gauge's rated capacity. This includes any weight zeroed during any tare operation.

Pin 8

Pin 9

Pin 10

30V / 5mA Maximum

Comparator Output

When the LO limit is reached, photo-couple 1(PC1) turns on, and allows current to fl ow between pins 8 and 10.
When the HI limit is reached, photo-couple 2(PC2) turns on, and allows current to fl ow between pins 9 and 10.
Refer to section 5.5 for information regarding the activation and setting of comparator limits.

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7. Frequently Asked Questions

7.1 Toubleshooting

Questions Cause Presumable reason Procedure

At power on, "OVR" is displayed
without any load.

"LO BAT" is still displayed after 16
hours of charging.

Unit will not power up under bat­tery power.

While connected to the AC adapter,
"BAT" is not displayed.

When measuring small forces, the
display zeros itself.

The measurement value changes
with the orientation of the gauge.

The software, Toriemon, doesn't
work with my FGV-XY.

•Load cell damage The damage may have oc-

•Low battery voltage

•Charging circuit malfunction

•AC adapter malfunction

•Low battery voltage

•Charging circuit malfunction

•AC adapter malfunction

•Charging circuit malfunction

•AC adapter malfunction

•Tracking Function
Section 4.4

Weight of the sensor shaft. The gauge is measuring the

•Toriemon isn't compatible
with the FGV-XY.

cured from a drop, dynamic
load , or extreme overload.

•Battery will no longer charge

•AC Adapter / PCB damaged
from misuse

•Battery will no longer charge

•AC Adapter / PCB damaged
from misuse

•AC Adapter / PCB damaged
from misuse

Tracking is on, and zeros the
small forces because it looks
like a temperature change.

small weight of the sensor
shaft which is connected to
the load cell.

•Toriemon is only compatible
with DART and JAVELIN series
gauges.

Contact your Shimpo dealer
for repair information.

Contact your Shimpo dealer
for repair information.

Contact your Shimpo dealer
for repair information.

Contact your Shimpo dealer
for repair information.

Turn off Tracking.
Section 4.4

Press ZERO after the gauge is
in position to negate any dis­cepencies due to the sensor
shaft's weight.

•Download ToriemonUSB
from the following website.

7.2 Technical Inquiries

Questions Explanation Reference

How long should my FGV-XY's bat­tery last?

What is the reason for different ca­pacity gauges?

Why does measuring data show
variations?

How does side loading and torque
affect the gauge's readings?

How are the force gauges calibrat­ed?

Is the battery user servicable? The internal battery is not user servicable. Please contact your Shimpo dealer regard-

Do you have CAD or techinical draw­ings available?

Is the FGV-XY case waterproof? No, the case is not waterproof or water resis-

The nickle metal hydride battery should last
for 500 full charge cycles, and should opti­mally last 8 hours on a full charge.

To obtain the best accuracy in each situation,
different capacities are available.

Although there are many reasons, the mea­suring value is affected by vibration if you
hold by hands.

Side loading and torque effects are not mea­surable, can damage the internal compo­nents, and will void your warranty.

The FGV-XY is calibrated using dead weights
at the factory.

CAD and technical drawings are availabale
for the FGV-XY.

tant. Do not use in or around water or high
levels of humidity or condensation.

Please charge battery after discharging
electricity until “LO BAT” is displayed at
LCD.

To acheive the best accuracy, choose a
gauge that will allow most of your measure­ments to fall within 50 - 100% of the gauge's
rated capacity.

Fluctuation will be reduced when using
stand.

Contact your Shimpo dealer for information
regarding NIST certifi cation for your gauge.

ing battery replacement, and repair.
Please contact your Shimpo dealer for infor-

mation regarding CAD and technical draw­ings.

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8. Support

8.1 Repair and Calibration

Please contact your Shimpo dealer for information regarding the repair and calibration of your FGV-XY.

8.2 Warranty

Nidec-Shimpo Corp. warrants, to the original purchaser of new products only, that this product shall be free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and proper maintenance for one year from the date of original purchase. See fi nal page for full warranty disclosure.

9.Specifi cations and Dimensions

Model FGV-0.5XY FGV-1XY FGV-2XY FGV-5XY FGV-10XY FGV-20XY FGV-50XY FGV-100XY FGV-200XY

Capacity

Resolution

Units of Measure

Measurement

Modes

Display Rate

Sampling Rate

Accuracy

Infl uence of

temperature

Display

Overload

Tracking

USB

RS-232C

Output

Analog

Overload/

Comparator

Power

Auto Power Off

Memory function

Comparator function

Temperature range

Humidity range

Dimensions

Weight

Accessories

(Included)

Application

software

0.500lb

2.000 N

200.0 g 500.0 g 1000 g 2.000 kg 5.000 kg 10.00 kg 20.00 kg 50.00 kg 100.0 kg

8oz 16oz 2 lb 5 lb 10 lb 20 lb 50 lb 100 lb 200 lb

lb / oz /g / N

Standard, Compression Peak, Tension Peak

User Selectable: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 times per second
1000 times per second
± 0.2% F.S.

Gain : ± 0.01 LOAD / Zero : ±0.01 / R.C. / Drift of zero point can be cancelled with tracking function.

Main display: 4-digits 12mm high, Reversible
Units display: 3-digits 7mm high

Other display: "LO BAT"(Low Battery Voltage), "BAT"(Battery Charging), "OVR"(Overload), "Peak"(Peak Hold)

200% of Full Scale 150% F.S.
User Selectable (ON/OFF)
Allows communication between FGV-XY and ToriemonUSB via USB cable(included).
Allows communication between the FGV-XY and RS-232C devices. RS-232C cable is an optional accessory.
± 1V, Accuracy is ± 50mV through a 12 bit D/A. ZERO affects this output, and is updated at 1000 times/second. Load is >10k　Ω

Open-collector output (Max DC30V/5mA).

Rechargeable Nickel hydride battery or AC adapter/charger. Usable while charging.
Operating Time: Approximately 8 hours after a full charge. Charging Time: 16 Hours Max.
Default is 10 minutes. Can be disbaled. Automatically disabled when connected to AC adapter.
Continuous memory: 1000 data points, Single memory: 100 data points, Standard memory: 50 data points
Statistics functions (max, minimum, peak, average, standard deviation)
User Selectable: HI and LO

0 ~ 40° C (-32 ~ 104° F)
35 ~ 85% RH
147mm ※ (L)x 75mm (W) x 38mm(H)
Approx. 450g Approx. 500g

1.000lb

5.000 N

0.001lb

0.001 N

0.1 kg 1 kg

0.01 oz 0.001 lb 0.001 lb 0.01 lb 0.01 lb 0.1 lb 0.1 lb

2.000lb

10.00 N

0.001lb

0.01 N

20.00 N 50.00 N 100.0 N 200.0 N 500.0 N 1000 N

0.01 N 0.01 N 0.1 N 0.1 N 1 N

0.001 kg

0.001 kg 0.01 kg 0.01 kg 0.1 kg

lb / kg / N

AC adapter/charger, carrying case, hook, chisel, flat head, notched head, hanger, cone head, thread Adapter,
extension rod, USB cable

Application software (USB version): Available at www.shimpoinst.com/software for free.

※ Dimension for FGP-0.2 ～ 0.5 is 141mm, FGP-100 is 149mm.

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Dimensions

( ) shows dimensions for FGV-0.5, 1XY

[ ] shows dimensions for FGV-200XY

Other dimensions are common in all models.

Measurement Attachments (standard accessories)

The following drawing is for the attachments included with the FGV-5 ~ 50XY (M6).
Please contact your Shimpo dealer for information on the attachments included with 0.5, 1, 2, and 200 models.

26

12

10

70°

M6

10

M6

R4

Flat Head: 12

(43)

8

3.5

Hook

70°

Cone Head: 70°

26

10

M6

70°

Notched Head: 70° Thread Adapter

26

Chisel: 70°

10

M6

92

12

M6

Extension Rod: L = 92

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80

6

10

M6

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LIMITEDEXPRESSWARRANTY

Shimpo Instruments warrants, to the original purchaser
of new products only, that this product shall be free
from defects in workmanship and materials under normal
use and proper maintenance for one year from the
date of original purchase. This warranty shall not be
effective if the product has been subject to overload,
misuse, negligence, or accident, or if the product has
been repaired or altered outside of Shimpo Instrument's
authorized control in any respect which in Shimpo
Instruments' judgment, adversely affects its condition or
operation.

DISCLAIMEROFALLOTHERWARRANTIES

The foregoing warranty constitutes the SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY, and Shimpo Instruments hereby
disclaims all other warranties, expressed, statutory or
implied, applicable to the product, including, but not limited
to all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness.

LIMITATIONOFREMEDY

Under this warranty, Shimpo Instruments' SOLE
OBLIGATION SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE the
defective product or part, at Shimpo Instrument's option.

Shimpo Instruments reserves the right to satisfy warranty
obligation in full by reimbursing Buyer for all payments
made to Shimpo Instruments, whereupon, title shall pass
to Shimpo Instruments upon acceptance of return goods.
To obtain warranty service, Purchaser must
obtain Shimpo Instruments' authorization before returning
the product, properly repackaged, freight pre-paid to
Shimpo Instruments.

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Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold Shimpo Instruments
harmless from and against all claims and damages
imposed upon or incurred arising, directly or indirectly,
from Buyer's failure to perform or satisfy any of the terms
described herein In no event shall Shimpo Instruments
be liable for injuries of any nature involving the product,
including incidental or consequential damages to
person or property, any economic loss or loss of use.

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Any statements made by the Sellers' representative do
not constitute warranties except to the extent that they
also appear in writing. This writing constitutes the entire
and fi nal expression of the parties' agreement.

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