A&D Weighing GX-8000 - Manual (Page 5)

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1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how the GX series balance works and how to get the most out of it in terms
of performance.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the balance and keep it at hand for future reference.
1-1 About This Manual
This manual consists of the following five parts:
Basic operation ...............................Describes precautions on handling the balance, balance
construction and basic balance operation.
Adapting to the environment...........Describes response adjustment, calibration and calibration
test.
Functions ........................................Describes various functions of the balance.
RS-232C serial interface.................Describes the interface which transmits data and controls the
balance.
Maintenance ...................................Describes maintenance, error codes, troubleshooting,
specifications and options.
1-2 Features
Built-in Calibration Weight (hereinafter referred to as internal mass), allows easy calibration,
adjustment and maintenance of the balance.
Automatic Self Calibration, using the internal mass, adapting to changes in temperature.
Self Check Function, provided to self-check the balance using the internal mass.
Automatic Response Adjustment, adapting to vibration and drafts in the environment.
Stabilization time of one second. When FAST is selected for the response rate, a stabilization
time of one second, to read a displayed value after a sample is placed on the pan, has been
achieved.
Data Memory Function, storing weighing data, calibration data or unit mass in the counting
mode. (About weighing data, 200 sets of data can be stored.) Interval Memory Mode is
provided to weigh a sample and store the weighing data periodically.
Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) data output using the standard RS-232C serial interface.
Windows Communication Tools (WinCT), allows easy communication with a Windows-based
personal computer.
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Clock and Calendar Function, adding the time and date to the output data.
Comparator Indicators, displaying the comparison results.
Capacity Indicator, displaying the weight value in percentage relative to the weighing capacity.