A&D Weighing AD-8527 User Manual
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8. Function Settings
In the function setting mode, settings of the AD-8527
performance and communication can be changed.
Each function has parameters. By changing the parameter,
specify the performance of the function.
The set parameters are maintained in memory even if the
AD-8527 is disconnected from the weighing instrument or
personal computer.
8.1. Setting Procedure
1.
At the standby display, press and
hold the SET key for 2 seconds or
more.
2. The function display appears. (Refer to “8.2. Function List”.)
Press the (+) key to select a
function, and press the SET key to
display the parameters.
When the CANCEL key is pressed,
or after 10 seconds of non operation,
the AD-8527 returns to the standby
display.
3. The parameter of the selected
function appears. The current
setting has the mark at the
lower right.
The flashing parameter can be
changed.
4. Using the following keys to change the parameter.
(+) key:
Display the parameters one by one
CANCEL key: Go to the next function without changes.
SET key:
Confirm the setting and go to the next
function.
After changes, a buzzer sounds,
the parameter and the mark
appear for 1 second, and then the
next function appears.
5. Press the CANCEL key to return to
the standby display.
8.2. Function List
(Note 1) Set this function according to the setting of the personal
computer used.
*: Factory setting
About the number of data on a line, interval mode, data to
transmit, date and time data, refer to the following sections.
8.3. Data to Transmit
Adding the date and time
The date and time when the AD-8527 receives the data can be
transmitted to a personal computer. The date, time and weight
are separated by tabs.
e.g.: 6/10/2009
Example below is when the data is transmitted to Excel
Selecting data to transmit
Two ways of transmitting data are available; weight values only
or all data. Transmitting weight values only is convenient when
performing statistical calculations using Excel. When performing
GLP output, transmitting all data is required.
For example, the received data is “ST,+00123.45 g”. When
transmitting weight values only is selected, “+00123.45” will be
transmitted. When transmitting all data is selected,
“ST,+00123.45 g” will be transmitted.
Number of data on a line
This function is useful for storing data with different contents or
items at the same time, for example, ID and number of samples
in a counting scale. When the number is set,
setting are converted into commas. Once the number of
is reached the setting, a new line starts.
For example, the ID, number of samples and weight are sent
individually. Using this function, these three data items can be
placed on one line as shown in (B).
Example data received to transmit to Excel
ID,000123
QT,+00000056 PC
ST,+0003.102 g
(A) When the number of data on a line is 1, the ID, number
of samples and weight are input on separate lines.
(B) When the number of data on a line is 3, the ID, number
of samples and weight are input on one line.
9. Interval Mode
• In the interval mode, the weighing data is transmitted at a certain interval.
• Available intervals are:
1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 seconds / 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30 minutes / 1 hour
1. Connect the AD-8527 to a personal computer using USB.
2. Connect the AD-8527 to a weighing instrument using the
RS-232C cable.
3. Select the interval mode (int) for the
data transmission mode (out) of the
function setting and set the interval
time (120 seconds in the example).
Press the CANCEL key to return to the
standby display.
In the interval mode, the mark turns
on at the lower right.
4. Set the data output mode of the weighing instrument to the
stream mode.
For details on the setting procedure, refer to the instruction
manual of the weighing instrument.
5. Press and hold the (+) key for 2 seconds or
more. The AD-8527 starts to transmit the data
at a set interval. “out” is displayed and the
mark flashes while the data is transmitted.
6. To stop transmitting the data, press and hold
the (+) key.
The mark stops flashing and turns on.
10. Errors
10.1. Error Display
Error Description
Remedy
The supplied voltage
is low.
Confirm that the USB is
connected correctly.
The baud rate and
parity of the received
data is different from
the set values.
Set the same values
for both the AD-8527
and the weighing
instrument.
Internal clock error
such as low backup
battery
Ask for repair.
10.2. If the Data Fails to be Input into Excel Correctly
If data is not input into Excel correctly when using
Windows XP, do as follows.
1. Open “Control Panel”, and then “Regional and
Language Options”.
2. Select the Languages tab
and click on the Details
button.
3. Select the Advanced tab
and check the Turn off
advanced text servises
box.
11. Specifications
Devices
Balances and scales with an
RS-232C connector manufactured
by A&D
Applicable OS
Windows 2000 / XP / Vista
Clock error
±1 minute / month
Dedicated power supply Not required
Power is supplied from a
weighing instrument or a personal
computer.
Operating temperature
5°C to 40°C
Operating humidity
85%RH or less, no condensation
Dimensions 55x103x16.5
mm
Mass Approximately
60
g
Windows Explorer, Excel, Word and Notepad are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Press and hold
Press
Current setting
to be connected
OK
OK
(Note1)
Function
Description
Data bit, parity
Parameter
7bit-Even*, 7bit-Odd, 8bit-None
Baud rate
Parameter
600, 1200, 2400*, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps
Number of data on a line
Parameter
1*,2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Data transmission mode
Parameter
Standard mode (All data)*, Interval mode
Buzzer
Parameter
Sounds the buzzer*, Does not sound
When the interval mode is selected
Interval time
Parameter
1*,2,5,10,15,20,30,60,120,300,600,900,1200,1800,3600
Data to transmit
Parameter
Weight values only*, All data (with a header and unit)
Date and time data
Parameter Adds the date and time*, Does not add
Date format
Parameter
YMD*, MDY, DMY
DATE
DATE
DATE
DATE
DATE
SEC
SEC
SEC
DATE
SEC
DATE
SEC
SEC
OK
OK
OK
ID
Number of Weight
samples
From the front