FZ-i / FX-i SERIES

FZ-120i / FZ-200i / FZ-300i / FZ-500i

FZ-1200i / FZ-2000i / FZ-3000i / FZ-5000i
FX-120i / FX-200i / FX-300i / FX-500i
FX-1200i / FX-2000i / FX-3000i / FX-5000i

Precision Balance

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

1WMPD4001863C
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into any language in any form by any means without the written permission of A&D
Company Ltd.

The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument covered by this
manual are subject to change for improvement without notice.

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 CONTENTS

Basic Operation
1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................3
1.1. About This Manual ................................................................................................................3
1.2. Features................................................................................................................................3
1.3. Compliance ...........................................................................................................................4

2. UNPACKING THE BALANCE ..................................................................................................7

2.1. Unpacking .............................................................................................................................7
2.2. Installing the Balance ............................................................................................................8
3. PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................9
3.1. Before Use ............................................................................................................................9
3.2. During Use ..........................................................................................................................10
3.3. After Use ............................................................................................................................. 11
3.4. Power Supply...................................................................................................................... 11
4. DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATION ........................................................................12

5. WEIGHING UNITS .................................................................................................................13

5.1. Units....................................................................................................................................13
5.2. Storing Units........................................................................................................................15
6. WEIGHING.............................................................................................................................16
6.1. Basic Operation (Gram Mode) ............................................................................................16
6.2. Counting Mode (PCS).........................................................................................................17
6.3. Percent Mode (%) ...............................................................................................................19
6.4. Statistical Calculation Mode ................................................................................................20
6.5. Statistical Calculation Mode (Example of Use)....................................................................25

Adapting to the Environment

7. RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT...................................................................................................27

8. CALIBRATION........................................................................................................................28
8.1. Calibration Mode.................................................................................................................28
8.2. Calibration Using the Internal mass (One-Touch Calibration, only for FZ-i series) .............29
8.3. Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 1 (Only for FZ-i series) ...............................................30
8.4. Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 2 (Only for FZ-i series) ...............................................31
8.5. Calibration Using an External Weight .................................................................................32
8.6. Calibration Test Using an External Weight ..........................................................................34
9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION ..........................................................................36
9.1. Permit or Inhibit...................................................................................................................36
9.2. Initializing the Balance ........................................................................................................37

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 Functions
10. FUNCTION TABLE.................................................................................................................38
10.1. Structure and Sequence of the Function Table ................................................................38
10.2. Display and Keys.............................................................................................................38
10.3. Details of the Function Table ...........................................................................................39
10.4. Description of the Class “Environment, Display”..............................................................42
10.5. Description of the Item “Data Output Mode” ....................................................................44
10.6. Description of the Item “Data Format” .............................................................................45
10.7. Data Format Examples ....................................................................................................47
10.8. Description of the Item “Application Function” .................................................................48
10.9. Clock and Calendar Function (Only for FZ-i series) ........................................................49
10.10. Comparator Function .......................................................................................................51
11. ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT ...........................................................................................52
11.1. Setting the ID Number .....................................................................................................52
11.2. GLP Report......................................................................................................................53
12. UNDERHOOK ........................................................................................................................56

13. PROGRAMMABLE-UNIT .......................................................................................................57

RS-232C Serial Interface

14. RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE ..............................................................................................58

15. CONNECTION TO Peripheral EQUIPMENT..........................................................................59

15.1. Connection to the AD-8121B Printer................................................................................59
15.2. Connection to a Computer...............................................................................................60
15.3. Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT) ..............................................................60
15.4. Simultaneously Connecting the AD-8121B Printer and a Personal Computer.................61
16. COMMANDS ..........................................................................................................................62
16.1. Command List .................................................................................................................62
16.2. Acknowledge Code and Error Codes ..............................................................................63
16.3. Settings Related to RS-232C...........................................................................................65

Maintenance
17. MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................................................66

18. TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................66

18.1. Checking the Balance Performance and Environment ....................................................66
18.2. Error Codes .....................................................................................................................67
18.3. Asking For Repair ............................................................................................................68
19. OPTIONS ...............................................................................................................................69

20. SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................73

21. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS.....................................................................................................75

22. TERMS/INDEX.......................................................................................................................76

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 1. INTRODUCTION
This manual describes how the FZ-i / FX-i 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 and calibration.
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
Compact general-purpose balance, can be installed almost anywhere.
The FZ-i series balance is equipped with an internal mass for one-touch calibration.
Casing construction, strong protection against dust and moisture.
 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.
Multiple weighing units with most of the common units used around the world.
 Standard RS-232C serial interface to communicate with a computer and to output the Good
Laboratory Practice (GLP) / Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant report.
 Statistical calculation mode to statistically calculate the weight data, and display or output the
sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum), average, standard deviation and
coefficient of variation.
Comparator Indicators, displaying the comparison results.
 Hold Function, provided for weighing a moving object such as an animal.
Breeze break, provided for the FX-120i/200i/300i/500i, for more accurate weighing.
 Underhook, provided for suspended weighing.
 As options, the USB interface (FXi-02), the Ethernet interface (Fxi-08) and the built-in battery
unit (Fxi-09) are available.
Connecting the USB interface, by cable to a Windows computer, allows transmission of the weight
data to Excel or Word. The Ethernet interface allows connection of the balance to a personal
computer through a LAN. The battery unit allows use of the balance where a power source is not
available.
 The AD-8920A remote display, that is sold separately, allows reading the weight value in a place
away from the balance.

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1.3. Compliance
Compliance with FCC Rules
Please note that this equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. This
equipment has been tested and has been found to comply with the limits of a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules. These rules are designed to provide
reasonable protection against interference when equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. If this unit is operated in a residential area, it may cause some interference and under
these circumstances the user would be required to take, at his own expense, whatever measures
are necessary to eliminate the interference.
(FCC = Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.A.)

Compliance With Directives of CE mark

This device features radio interference suppression, safety regulation and restriction of Hazardous
Substances in compliance with the following Council Directives
Council directive 2004/108/EC EN61326 EMC directive
Council directive 2006/95/EC EN60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
Council directive 2011/65/EU EN50581 Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances
The CE mark is an official mandatory European marking.
Please note that any electronic product must comply with local laws and regulations when sold or
used anywhere outside Europe.

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 2. UNPACKING THE BALANCE
2.1. Unpacking
 The balance is a precision instrument. Unpack the balance carefully. Keep the packing material
to be used for transporting the balance in the future.

 The packing contents depend on the balance model. See the illustrations to confirm that
everything is contained.

How to assemble the breeze break

(For the FZ-i series (all) and FX-120i/200i/300i/500i)
Assemble the breeze break as shown below.
Follow the numbered sequence.

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2
1
3

Weighing pan

Pan support Aluminum pan support

for FZ-5000i and FX-5000i

Main unit
Display
Bubble spirit AC adapter jack
level
RS-232C
serial interface
AC adapter plug

Keys

Leveling foot Grounding

terminal
Main unit rear side The AC adapter plug is
protected against dust
and may be difficult to
insert. When inserting
AC adapter the plug, turn the plug
ID label while pushing on it.
AC adapter
Main unit cover

Note
Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct
for your local voltage and receptacle type.

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2.2. Installing the Balance
Install the balance as follows:
1. Place the balance on a solid weighing table. Refer to “3. PRECAUTIONS” for installing the balance.
2. The FZ-i series (all) and FX-120i /200i /300i /500i
Assemble the pan support, weighing pan and breeze break, on the balance as shown in the
illustration on page 7.
FX-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i
Assemble the pan support and weighing pan on the balance as shown in the illustration on page 7.
3. Adjust the leveling feet to level the balance. Confirm it using the bubble spirit level.
4. Confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power receptacle type.
5. Connect the AC adapter to the balance. Warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with
nothing on the weighing pan.
Note
The AC adapter plug is protected against dust and may be difficult to insert. When inserting
the plug, turn the plug while pushing on it.

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 3. PRECAUTIONS
To get the optimum performance from the balance and acquire accurate weight data, note the following:

3.1. Before Use

 Install the balance in an environment where the temperature and humidity are not excessive.
The best operating temperature is about 20°C / 68°F at about 50% relative humidity.
 Install the balance where it is not exposed to direct sunlight and it is not affected by heaters or air
conditioners.
 Install the balance where it is free of dust.
 Install the balance away from equipment which produces magnetic fields.
 Install the balance in a stable place avoiding vibration and shock. Corners of rooms on the first
floor are best, as they are less prone to vibration.
 The weighing table should be solid and free from vibration, drafts and as level as possible.
 Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm it using the bubble spirit level.

Make sure that the bubble is in the center of the red circle.

 Ensure a stable power source when using the AC adapter.

 Plug in the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least one hour.
 Calibrate the balance before use or after having moved it to another location.
Caution: Do not install the balance where flammable or corrosive gas is present.

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3.2. During Use
 Discharge static electricity from the material to be
weighed (hereinafter referred to as the sample). When a
sample could have a static charge, the weight data is
influenced. Ground the balance and try the following:
Eliminate static electricity using the optional AD-1683
DC static eliminator.
Try to keep the ambient humidity above 45%RH.
Use a metal shield case for a charged sample.
Wipe charged plastic samples with a moistened cloth.

 This balance uses a strong magnet as part of the

balance assembly, so please use caution when
weighing magnetic materials such as iron. If there is a
problem, use the underhook on the bottom of the
balance to suspend the material away from the
influence of the magnet.
 Eliminate the temperature difference between a sample
and the environment. When a sample is warmer (cooler)
than the ambient temperature, the sample will be lighter
(heavier) than the true weight. This error is due to a
rising (falling) draft around the sample.
 Make each weighing gently and quickly to avoid errors caused by the evaporation of moisture
from the sample or the absorption of moisture by the sample.
 Do not drop things upon the weighing pan, or place a sample on the pan that is beyond the
balance weighing capacity. Place a sample in the center of the weighing pan.
 Do not use a sharp instrument such as a pencil to press the keys. Use your finger only.
 Press the RE-ZERO key before each weighing to eliminate possible errors.
 Calibrate the balance periodically so as to eliminate possible errors.

 Take into consideration the affect of air buoyancy on a sample when more accuracy is required.

 Keep the balance interior free of dust and foreign materials.

The breeze break (The FZ-i series (all) and FX-120i /200i /300i /500i (only)) is provided as a
standard accessory. An anti-static treatment has been applied to the breeze break components,
but they may be charged with static electricity when they are unpacked or when the humidity is
low. If the weight value is unstable even when there are no drafts or the balance has a problem
with repeatability, remove the breeze break. Or wipe the clear plates with a moistened cloth, use
the optional AD-1683 DC static eliminator or apply an anti-static spray.

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3.3. After Use
 Avoid mechanical shock to the balance.

 Do not disassemble the balance. Contact the local A&D dealer if the balance needs service or
repair.

 Do not use organic solvents to clean the balance. Clean the balance with a lint free cloth that is
moistened with warm water and a mild detergent.

 The edge of the weighing pan is sharp. Use much care when cleaning the pan.

 Avoid dust and water so that the balance weighs correctly. Protect the internal parts from liquid
spills and excessive dust.

3.4. Power Supply

When the AC adapter is connected, the balance is in the standby mode if the standby indicator
is on (refer to “4. DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATION”). This is a normal state and
does not harm the balance. For accurate weighing, warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes
before use.

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 4. DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND KEY OPERATION
Key operation
Key operation affects how the balance functions. The basic key operations are:
 “Press and release the key immediately” or “Press the key”
= normal key operation during measurement
 “Press and hold the key”

Display symbols

Each key, when pressed or when pressed and held, functions as follows:
Key When pressed When pressed and held
Turns the display on or off. The standby indicator is displayed when the display is turned
off. The weighing mode is enabled when the display is turned on.
This key is available anytime. Pressing the key during operation will interrupt the operation
and turn the display off.
In the weighing mode, turns the minimum Enters the function table mode.
weighing value on or off. Refer to “10. FUNCTION TABLE”.
In the counting or percent mode, enters
the sample storing mode.
Switches the weighing units stored in the Enters the response adjustment mode.
function table.
Refer to “5. WEIGHING UNITS”.
Cancels the operation when performing Enters the calibration mode.
settings. With the FZ-i series, enters the
calibration mode using the internal mass.
(One-touch calibration)
Outputs the weight data to a printer or No function at the factory setting
personal computer using the RS-232C
serial interface, depending on the function By changing the function table:
table settings. Outputs “Title block” and “End block” for
Confirms the operation when performing GLP/GMP compliant report.(Refer to "11-2
settings. GLP Report".)
Sets the display to zero.

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 5. WEIGHING UNITS
5.1. Units
With the FZ-i / FX-i series balance, the following weighing units and weighing modes are available:

g pcs % oz lb oz ozt ct dwt GN tl tol es MLT

Counting mode

Percent mode
Programmable-unit (No unit displayed. For details, refer to "12. PROGRAMMABLE-UNIT".)

A unit or mode can be selected and stored in the function table as described below.
If a weighing mode (or unit of weight) has been turned off, that mode or unit will be missing in the
sequence. Tael has four varieties, one of which can be selected and installed at the factory.
To select a unit or mode for weighing, press the MODE key.

For details about the units and modes, see the table below:
Name (unit, mode) Abbrev. Display Function table Conversion factor
(Storing mode) 1g=
Gram g g g 1g
Counting mode Pcs pcs pcs
Percent mode % % %
Ounce (Avoir) Oz oz oz 28.349523125 g
Pound Lb lb lb 453.59237 g
Pound/Ounce 1Lb=16 oz,
L OZ Loz LO
1 oz=28.349523125 g
Troy Ounce Ozt ozt ozt 31.1034768 g
Metric Carat Ct ct ct 0.2 g
Momme Mom 3.75 g
Pennyweight Dwt dwt dwt 1.55517384 g
Grain (UK) GN GN GN 0.06479891 g
Tael (HK general, Singapore) 37.7994 g
Tael (HK jewelry) 37.429 g
TL tl tl
Tael (Taiwan) 37.5 g
Tael (China) 31.25 g
Tola (India) Tol tol tol 11.6638038 g
Messghal Mes 4.6875 g
Programmable-unit (Multi-unit) Mlt MLT MLT

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The tables below indicate the weighing capacity and the minimum display for each unit, depending on
the balance model.

Capacity
Unit Minimum
FZ-120i FZ-200i FZ-300i FZ-500i
display
FX-120i FX-200i FX-300i FX-500i
Gram 122 220 320 520 0.001
Ounce (Avoir) 4.30 7.76 11.2 18.3 0.00005
Pound 0.268 0.485 0.70 1.14 0.000005
Pound/Ounce 0L 4.30 oz 0L 7.76 oz 0L 11.29 oz 0L 18.34 oz 1L 0.01 oz
Troy Ounce 3.92 7.07 10.2 16.7 0.00005
Metric Carat 610 1100 1600 2600 0.005
Momme 32.5 58.6 85.3 138 0.0005
Pennyweight 78.4 141 205 334 0.001
Grain (UK) 1882 3395 4938 8024 0.02
Tael (HK general, Singapore) 3.22 5.82 8.46 13.7 0.00005
Tael (HK jewelry) 3.25 5.87 8.54 13.8 0.00005
Tael (Taiwan) 3.25 5.86 8.53 13.8 0.00005
Tael (China) 3.90 7.04 10.2 16.6 0.00005
Tola (India) 10.4 18.8 27.4 44.5 0.0001
Messghal 26.0 46.9 68.2 110 0.0005

Capacity
Unit Minimum
FZ-1200i FZ-2000i FZ-3000i FZ-5000i
display
FX-1200i FX-2000i FX-3000i FX-5000i
Gram 1220 2200 3200 5200 0.01
Ounce (Avoir) 43.0 77.6 112 183 0.0005
Pound 2.68 4.85 7.05 11.4 0.00005
Pound/Ounce 2L 11.03 oz 4L 13.60 oz 7L 0.88 oz 11L 7.42 oz 1L 0.01 oz
Troy Ounce 39.2 70.7 102 167 0.0005
Metric Carat 6100 11000 16000 26000 0.05
Momme 325 586 853 1386 0.005
Pennyweight 784 1414 2057 3343 0.01
Grain (UK) 18827 33951 49383 80248 0.2
Tael (HK general, Singapore) 32.2 58.2 84.6 121 0.0005
Tael (HK jewelry) 32.5 58.7 85.4 137 0.0005
Tael (Taiwan) 32.5 58.6 85.3 138 0.0005
Tael (China) 39.0 70.4 102 166 0.0005
Tola (India) 104 188 274 445 0.001
Messghal 260 469 682 1109 0.005

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5.2. Storing Units
The units or modes can be selected and stored in the function table. The sequence of displaying the
units or modes can be arranged in the function table so as to fit the frequency of use.

Select a unit or mode and arrange the sequence of display as

follows:

1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the

function table is displayed.
2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display
1Unit .
Select
3 Press the PRINT key to enter the unit selection mode.
4 Specify a unit or mode in the order to be displayed using Displays the units
the following keys. sequentially.

SAMPLE key To sequentially display the units.

RE-ZERO key To specify a unit or mode. The
stabilization indicator appears
Specify
when the displayed unit or mode is
specified.
5 Press the PRINT key to store the units or modes. The
balance displays end and then displays the next menu
Store
item of the function table.
6 Press the CAL key to exit the function table. Then the
balance returns to the weighing mode with the unit
specified first in step 4.

Notes
When the power is turned on, the scale displays the unit
specified first in step 4.
In the weighing mode, to select a unit or mode for weighing,
press the MODE key.

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 6. WEIGHING
6.1. Basic Operation (Gram Mode)
1 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary.
Press the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). The
balance displays 0.00 g. (The decimal point position
depends on the balance model.)
2 Place a sample on the pan or in the container.
3 Wait for the stabilization indicator to turn on. Read the
value.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value, using the RS-232C serial
interface.
Note
Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.
4 Remove the sample and container from the pan.

Notes
To use other units, press the MODE key and select an
appropriate unit.
Press the SAMPLE key to turn on or off the minimum
weighing value.

When the ON:OFF key is pressed with a container placed on

the weighing pan, the balance displays 0.00 g and weighing is
started,

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6.2. Counting Mode (PCS)
This is the mode to determine the number of objects in a sample based on the standard sample unit
mass. The unit mass means the mass of one piece of the sample. The smaller the variables in each
sample unit mass are, the more accurate the counting will be. The balance is equipped with the
Automatic Counting Accuracy Improvement (ACAI) function to improve the counting accuracy.
Notes
For counting, use samples with a unit mass of at least ten or more times the minimum
weighing value of the balance,.
If the sample unit mass variable is too large, it may cause a counting error.
To improve the counting performance, use the ACAI function frequently or divide the samples
into several groups and count each group.

Selecting the counting mode

1 Press the MODE key to select 1pcs (counting mode).

Storing a sample unit mass

2 Press the SAMPLE key to enter the sample unit mass
storing mode.
Even in the storing mode, pressing the MODE key will
switch to the next mode.

3 To select the number of samples, press the SAMPLE key

several times. It may be set to 5, 10, 25, 50 or 100.
Note
A greater number of samples will yield more accurate
counting result.
4 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary. Press
the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). The number
specified in step 3 appears.
e.g.: 25 0 is displayed if 25 is selected in step 3.
5 Place the number of samples specified on the pan. In this
example, 25 pieces.

6 Wait for the stabilization indicator to turn on. Press the

PRINT key to calculate and store the unit mass. The
balance displays 25 pcs (counting mode) and is set to
count samples with this unit mass.

To improve the accuracy of the unit mass, go to step 8.

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Notes
If the balance judges that the mass of the samples is too light and is not adequate to be used as
the unit mass, it displays lo . In that case, store the mass by some quantity. For example, when
the model with the minimum weighing value of 0.01 g is used and 10 pieces of samples weigh
0.05 g. Store 100 pieces of samples as 10 and multiply the weighing result by 10.
If the balance judges that the mass of the samples is too light to acquire accurate weighing, it
displays an error requiring the addition of more samples to the specified number. For example,
150- PCS appears to require 25 more samples. Add 25 samples and press the PRINT key.
When the unit mass is stored correctly, the balance proceeds to the counting mode.
For a more accurate counting operation, use samples with a unit mass of at least ten or more
times the minimum weighing value of the balance. For example, when a balance with a
minimum weighing value of 0.01 g is used, the recommended sample unit mass is 0.1 g or
more.
The sample unit mass stored, even if the AC adapter is removed, is maintained in non-volatile
memory.

Counting operation
7 Place the samples to be counted on the pan.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value (number of objects), using
the RS-232C serial interface.
Note
Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.

Counting mode using the ACAI function

The ACAI is a function that improves the accuracy of the unit
mass automatically by increasing the number of samples and
averaging the unit mass variable to minimize the weighing
error, as the counting process proceeds.

8 If a few more samples are added, the processing indicator turns on. To prevent an error, add
three or more. The processing indicator does not turn on if overloaded. Try to add the same
number of samples as displayed.
9 The balance re-calculates the unit mass while the processing indicator is blinking. Do not touch
the balance or samples on the pan until the processing indicator turns off.
10 Counting accuracy is improved when the processing indicator turns off.
Each time the above operation is performed, a more accurate unit mass will be obtained. There
is no definite upper limit of ACAI range for the number of samples exceeding 100. Try to add
the same number of samples as displayed.
11 Remove all the samples used in ACAI and proceed with the counting operation using the
improved unit mass.

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6.3. Percent Mode (%)
This is the mode to display the weight value in percentage compared to a 100% reference mass and is
used for target weighing or checking the sample variable.

Selecting the percent mode

1 Press the MODE key to select % (percent mode).

Storing the 100% reference mass

2 Press the SAMPLE key to enter the 100% reference mass
storing mode.
Even in the storing mode, pressing the MODE key will
switch to the next mode.
3 Place a container on the weighing pan, if necessary. Press
the RE-ZERO key to cancel the weight (tare). The balance
displays 100 0 % .
4 Place the sample to be set as the 100% reference mass on
the pan or in the container.
5 Press the PRINT key to store the reference mass. The
balance displays 100.00 % . (The decimal point position
depends on the reference value.)
Notes
If the balance judges that the mass of the sample is too light
to be used as a reference, it displays lo . Do not use the
sample.
The reference mass stored, even if the AC adapter is
removed, is maintained in non-volatile memory
6 Remove the sample.

Reading the percentage

7 Place a sample to be compared to the reference mass on
the pan. The displayed percentage is based on the 100%
reference mass.
While the stabilization indicator is on, pressing the PRINT
key will output the weight value, using the RS-232C serial
interface.
Note
Peripheral equipment, that is sold separately , such as a
printer or a personal computer is required.

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6.4. Statistical Calculation Mode
The statistical calculation mode statistically calculates the weight data, and displays or outputs the
results. To use the statistical calculation mode, set the "Application function (apf)" parameter of
“Application (ap fnc)” in the function table to “2”, as described below.
Statistical items available are number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum),
average, standard deviation and coefficient of variation. What statistical items to output can be
selected from the three modes in the function table.

The wrong data input can be canceled by the key operation, if immediately after the input.
Turning the balance off will delete the statistical data.
The standard deviation and coefficient of variation are obtained by the equation below:

Standard deviation= where Xi is the i-th weight data,

N is number of data.

Standard deviation
Coefficient of variation (CV)= x 100 (%)
Average

Maximum value - Average

Relative error of maximum value = x 100 (%)
Average

Minimum value - Average x 100 (%)

Relative error of minimum value =
Average

6.4.1. Getting Started

Switching to the Statistical Function Mode (Changing The Function Table)
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of
the function table is displayed, then release the Press and hold
key.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display Press several times
1ap fnc .

3 Press the PRINT key to display apf 0 .

4 Press the RE-ZERO key several times to display

apf 2 .
Press several times
To select statistical items to output, go to step 5.
To store the statistical function mode setting, go to
step 7.
To disable the statistical calculation mode, press
the RE-ZERO key to select apf 0 . To store the setting, To select statistical
go to step 7. items to output,
go to step 5.

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Selecting the statistical items to output
5 Press the SAMPLE key to display 5taf 0 .

6 Press the RE-ZERO key to select the output items.

In the example, 5taf 1 is selected to output the number
of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range
(maximum-minimum) and average.

Parameter Description
0 Number of data, sum
Number of data, sum
1
Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average
Number of data, sum
2 Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average,
Standard deviation, coefficient of variation
Number of data, sum
Maximum, minimum, range (maximum – minimum), average,
3
Standard deviation, coefficient of variation
Relative error of maximum value, relative error of minimum value

7 Press the PRINT key to store the setting.

8 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.

Selecting the unit

9 Press the MODE key to select the unit to be used for
the statistical calculation mode. In the example shown
at the right, gram (g) is selected.
Notes
Selecting the unit using the MODE key is not available after the
data is entered. In this case, clear the data as described on page
24 and select the unit using the MODE key.
When the unit used for the statistical calculation mode is to be enabled upon power-on, select
the unit in “Unit (Unit)” of the function table beforehand.

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6.4.2. Using The Statistical Calculation Mode
Entering data for statistical calculation
Use the following keys to operate the statistical calculation mode.
MODE key ................ When the data is entered, moves between the displaying items (weighing mode,
statistical results and data operation) each time the key is pressed.
When no data has been entered, selects the unit.
SAMPLE key ............ Turns the minimum weighing value on or off, in the weighing mode.
RE-ZERO key........... Sets the display to zero in the weighing mode.
PRINT key ................ Outputs the data number and the weight data and includes the weight data to
statistical calculation in the weighing mode. (Output is not in the data format
specified in the function table because of the data number added.)
Outputs the statistical results while the statistical results are displayed. (Output is
not in the data format specified in the function table.)
CAL key .................... Returns to the weighing mode.

1 Press the RE-ZERO key to set the display to zero.

2 Place the sample on the weighing pan and wait for the
stabilization indicator to turn on.

3 Press the PRINT key to add the data displayed to

statistical calculation. The number of data on the upper
left of the display increases by 1.

4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 for each weighing.

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Outputting the statistical results
5 Each time the MODE key is pressed, the display changes: the
N010
results as selected in “Statistical function mode output items
(5taf)”, Clear and CanCel .

Notes
When the number of data is 1, the coefficient of Displays the statistical results
variation is displayed as - - - - - - - . selected in the function table

When the average is 0, the coefficient of Outputs the results.

variation is displayed as - - - - - - - .
Statistical items are indicated on the upper left
of the display using the following symbols.
To clear
the statistical
data
Symbol Statistical item
SUM Sum
MAX Maximum To delete
MIN Minimum the latest data
R Range (Maximum – minimum)
AVE Average
SD Standard deviation
CV Coefficient of variation
MMAX% Relative error of maximum value
MMIN% Relative error of minimum value

6 While the results are displayed, press the Output example

PRINT key to output the results.

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Deleting the latest data N010

When the wrong data is entered, it can be deleted and excluded from statistical
calculation. Only the latest data can be deleted.

1 In the weighing mode, press the MODE key, and then

press the SAMPLE key to display 1CanCel . SUM

2 Press the PRINT key to display Can no .

3 Press the RE-ZERO key to display Can go .

4 Press the PRINT key to delete the latest data and

exclude it from statistical calculation.
The number of data decreases by 1 when the balance
returns to the weighing mode.

N009

Clearing the statistical data

All the statistical data will be deleted and the number of data will be 0 (zero). N010

1 In the weighing mode, press the MODE key,

and then press the SAMPLE key several times
to display Clear .
SUM
2 Press the PRINT key to display Clr no .

Press
several times
3 Press the RE-ZERO key to display Clr go .

4 Press the PRINT key to delete the statistical data.

The number of data becomes 0 (zero) when the
balance returns to the weighing mode.

N000

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6.5. Statistical Calculation Mode (Example of Use)
Here, as an example of use of the statistical calculation mode, mixing of
Press and hold
the multiple formulae such as medicine is described. The mixing
process is recorded using the balance and the printer.
In the example, the FX-3000i and the AD-8121B (dump print mode) are
connected using the RS-232C serial interface. Press
several times

6.5.1. Getting Started

Changing the function table
Changes : ●To enable the statistical calculation mode
●To enable “Zero after output” Norm

Enabling the statistical calculation mode

1 Enter the function table menu.
Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the Stat

function table is displayed, then release the key.

2 Select the application function.

Press the SAMPLE key several times to display 1ap fnc .
Then, press the PRINT key to display 1apf 0 .

3 Change the application function parameter to “2”.

Press the RE-ZERO key to display apf 2 . Press the
Press
PRINT key to confirm the change. After end , 1ba5fnc1 is several times
displayed.

Enabling “Zero after output”

4 Select “Zero after output”.
Press the SAMPLE key several times to display 1dout .
Then, press the PRINT key to display prt 0 , and press key

the SAMPLE key several times to display 1ar-d 0 .

Press
5 Enable “Zero after output”. several times
Press the RE-ZERO key to display ar-d 1 . Then, press off

the PRINT key to confirm the change. After 1end , 5if is

displayed.

Returning to the weighing mode

6 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode. on

Return to
the weighing mode

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6.5.2. Using The Statistical Calculation Mode

1 Press the RE-ZERO key to set the display to zero.

2 Place a container on the weighing pan.

Press the PRINT key to cancel the weight (tare). The
balance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the tare value)
The tare value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

3 Weigh formula 1 and press the PRINT key. The

balance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the weight value of
formula 1)
The weight value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

4 Weigh formula 2 and press the PRINT key. The

balance displays 0.00 g. (Storing the weight value of
formula 2)
The weight value data is output when the peripheral
output equipment is connected.

5 When there are some more formulae to be added,

repeat step 4.

6 After mixing is complete, press the MODE key to

display the statistical results.

7 Press the PRINT key to output the number of data

saved including the tare value and the total weight.

Output example

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 7. RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT
This function stabilizes the weight value, reducing the influence on weighing that is caused by drafts
and vibration at the place where the balance is installed.

The function has three stages as follows and can be changed by simple key operation.

Indicator Description
Fast response, but prone to drafts and vibration.
FAST
Good for target weighing.
MID.
Slow response, but strong against drafts and vibration
SLOW
Good for weighing which requires a stable display.

Operation
1 Press and hold the MODE key until RESPONSE is
displayed. And then, release the key.

2 Press the MODE key to select a rate of the response

adjustment. Either FAST, MID. or SLOW can be
selected.

3 After a few seconds of inactivity, or when the PRINT

key is pressed, the balance displays eend . Then, it
returns to the weighing mode and displays the updated
response indicator. The response indicator remains
displayed for a while.
Note
Setting the response rate automatically changes the
“Condition (Cond)” and “Display refresh rate (5pd)”
parameters of “Environment, Display (ba5fnc)” in the
function table, as shown below:

Indicator Cond (Condition) 5pd (Display refresh rate)

FAST 0 2((20 times/second)
MID. 1 0((5 times/second)
SLOW 2 0((5 times/second)

When the balance is to be used with other setting

combinations, set each parameter in the function table.

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 8. CALIBRATION
8.1. Calibration Mode
The balance has the following modes.
 Calibration using the internal mass (One-touch calibration, only for the FZ-i series)
 Calibration using an external weight
 Calibration test using an external weight (Calibration test does not perform calibration.)

Terms
The following terms are defined as follows:
External weight = A weight that you have. Referred to as a calibration weight when used for
calibration.
Calibration weight = A weight used for calibration
Target weight = An external weight used for calibration test

Caution
 Calibration adjusts the balance for accurate weighing.
Besides periodic calibration and before each use, perform calibration when:
• The balance is installed for the first time.
• The balance has been moved.
• The ambient environment has changed.
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance during calibration.
 To output the GLP / GMP compliant using the RS-232C serial interface, set “GLP output ( info )”
of “Data output ( dout )”. For details, refer to “10. FUNCTION TABLE”.
Calibration test is available only when “GLP output ( info )” of “Data output ( dout )” is set to “1” or “2”.
When calibrating, use the accessory breeze break. (Models: FZ-i series (all) and FX-120i /200i
/300i /500i)

Caution on using an external weight

 The accuracy of an external weight will influence the accuracy of weighing. Select an appropriate
weight as listed below:
Model Usable calibration weight Adjustable range
FZ-120i/ FX-120i 100 g, 50 g
FZ-200i/ FX-200i 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
-0.050 g to +0.050 g
FZ-300i/ FX-300i 300 g, 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
FZ-500i/ FX-500i 500 g, 400 g, 300 g, 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
FZ-1200i/ FX-1200i 1000 g, 500 g,
FZ-2000i/ FX-2000i 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g
-0.50 g to +0.50 g
FZ-3000i/ FX-3000i 3000 g, 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g
FZ-5000i/ FX-5000i 5000 g, 4000 g, 3000 g, 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g
The calibration weight in bold type: factory setting
The calibration weight value can be adjusted within the range above.

Display
 This indicator means “the balance is measuring calibration data”.
Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the balance while this
indicator is displayed.

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8.2. Calibration Using the Internal mass (One-Touch Calibration, only for FZ-i series)
This function calibrates the balance using the internal mass. The only operation required is to press the
CAL key

Note
Level the balance by adjusting the leveling feet and confirm that the bubble is in the center of
the spirit level.
Poor level adjustment may cause a calibration error while using the internal mass.

Operation
1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the
weighing pan.
2 Place the accessory breeze break on the balance and press the CAL key.
3 The balance displays Calin and performs calibration using the internal mass. Do not allow
vibration or drafts to affect the balance.
4 The balance displays end after calibration. If the “GLP output (info)” parameter of the function
table is set to “1” or “2”, the balance displays glp and outputs “Calibration Report” using the
RS-232C interface or stores the data in memory. For details on the calibration report format,
refer to “11-2 GLP Report”.
5 The balance will automatically return to the weighing mode after calibration.

About the internal mass

The mass of the internal mass may change due to corrosion or other damage caused by the
operating environment, or due to aging. Check the internal mass periodically. Correct the internal
mass value as necessary. For details, refer to “8-3 Correcting the internal mass value: 1” and “8-4
Correcting the internal mass value: 2”.
To maintain the weighing accuracy, perform the internal mass value correction periodically.

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8.3. Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 1 (Only for FZ-i series)
 The FZ-i series balance can correct the internal mass value using an external weight.
Method 1: Calibrate the balance using the internal mass. Measure the external weight. Calculate
the correction value. And store it in the balance.

 The adjustable range of the internal mass value is as follows:

Model Correction reference value Adjustable range
FZ-120i 100 g
-0.050 g to +0.050 g
FZ-200i /300i /500i 200 g
FZ-1200i 1000 g
-0.50 g to +0.50 g
FZ-2000i /3000i /5000i 2000 g
Operation
Example : Correcting the weight value by +0.003 g in 100 g using the FZ-120i
If correcting the weight value by +0.003 g in 50 g, use the correction value of +0.006 g as
the correction reference value is 100 g..
The same mass

Correct the internal mass by

+0.003 g in 100 g. Calibrate with
the corrected internal mass. Corrected mass value
100.000 g 100.003 g

1 Perform calibration using the internal mass (one-touch

calibration). Place the external weight on the FZ-120i weighing
pan to obtain the correction value.
2 With the factory setting, the balance can not correct the internal
mass value. Refer to “9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND
INITIALIZATION” and set the internal mass value correction switch
to 1.
3 In the weighing mode, press and hold the SAMPLE key to
display ba5fnc ..
4 Press the SAMPLE key several times until C5 in 1 is displayed.
If C5 in 1 is not displayed, perform step 2.
5 Press the PRINT key.
Correct the internal mass value using the following keys:
RE-ZERO key To increase the value by one.
The balance displays
MODE key To decrease the value by one. -50 digits after +50 digits
PRINT key To store the correction value and
display the next menu item of the
function table.
CAL key To cancel the operation and return to the
weighing mode.
6 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
7 Press the CAL key to perform calibration using the internal mass.
8 Confirm that the internal mass value has been corrected properly
by placing the external weight on the weighing pan.
If the internal mass value has not been corrected properly,
repeat the procedure to adjust the correction value.

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8.4. Correcting the Internal Mass Value: 2 (Only for FZ-i series)
 The FZ-i series balance can correct the internal mass value using an external weight.
Method 2: Calibrate the balance using the external weight. The balance performs automatic
calibration using the internal mass, corrects the internal mass value and stores it in
the balance. The corrected mass value is maintained in non-volatile memory even if
the AC adapter is removed.
 The usable calibration weights and the adjustable range are as follows:
Model Usable calibration weight Adjustable range
FZ-120i 100 g, 50 g
FZ-200i 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
-0.050 g to +0.050 g
FZ-300i 300 g, 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
FZ-500i 500 g, 400 g, 300 g, 200 g, 100 g, 50 g
FZ-1200i 1000 g, 500 g
FZ-2000i 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g
FZ-3000i 3000 g, 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g -0.50 g to +0.50 g
FZ-5000i 5000 g, 4000 g, 3000 g, 2000 g, 1000 g, 500 g
The calibration weight in bold type: factory setting
The calibration weight value can be adjusted within the range above.

Operation
1 With the factory setting, the balance can not correct
the internal mass value. Refer to “9. FUNCTION
SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION” and set the internal
mass value correction switch to 1.
2 In the weighing mode, press an d hold the SAMPLE
key to display ba5fnc .
3 Press the SAMPLE key several times until C5 in 21 is
displayed.
If C5 in 2 is not displayed, perform step 1.
4 Press the PRINT key to display Cal 0 .
Calibration using
Refer to “8-5 Calibration Using an External
an external weight
Weight”, to perform the calibration.

5 After calibration, remove the weight. The balance

displays ready ? .
Place the accessory breeze break on the balance and
press the PRINT key.
6 1Cal. is displayed and the balance corrects the
internal mass value automatically
7 After correcting the internal mass value, the balance displays
CCal. , and performs the calibration automatically using
the corrected internal mass value.
8 The balance displays end and returns to the weighing mode.
9 Confirm that the internal mass value has been corrected
properly by placing the external weight used for the correction
procedure on the weighing pan.
If the internal mass value has not been corrected properly,
repeat the procedure to adjust the correction value.

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8.5. Calibration Using an External Weight
This function calibrates the balance using an external weight.

Operation
1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance
for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the pan.
Press and
2 Press and hold the CAL key until Calout is hold the key
displayed, and then release the key.

3 The balance displays Cal 0. Release

the key
 If you want to change the calibration weight (a list
of usable weights is shown on page 28), press the
SAMPLE key and go to step 4.
 If you use the calibration weight value stored in
the balance, go to step 5. Select a
weight
4 Specify the calibration weight value as follows:
SAMPLE key To switch the display condition
to: “All of weight selection
mode) or “The last two digits
blinking” (value adjustment
mode).

RE-ZERO key (To increase the value)

MODE key (To decrease the value)
To select the calibration
weight or adjust the value. To next page
PRINT key To store the new weight value. e.g. Calibration
weight value
Even if the AC adapter is
1000.12 g
removed, the data is
maintained in non-volatile
memory.

CAL key To cancel the operation and

return to Cal 0 .

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 5 Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and press
the PRINT key. The balance measures the zero
point. Do not allow vibration or drafts to affect the
balance.

The balance displays the calibration weight value.

6 Place the displayed calibration weight on the pan

and press the PRINT key. The balance measures
the calibration weight. Do not allow vibration or
drafts to affect the balance.

7 The balance displays end . Remove the weight from

the pan.

8 When the GLP output is set, the balance displays

glp and outputs “Calibration Report”.
1

9 The balance will automatically return to the weighing

mode.

10 Place the calibration weight on the pan and confirm

that the value displayed is within 2 digits of the
specified value. If it is not within the range, check the
ambient conditions such as drafts and vibration, also
check the weighing pan. Then, repeat steps 1 to 9.

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8.6. Calibration Test Using an External Weight
This function tests the balance weighing accuracy using an external weight and outputs the result. This
is available only when the “GLP output (info)” parameter is set to “1” or “2”. (Calibration test does not
perform calibration.)

Operation
1 Connect the AC adapter and warm up the balance
Press and
for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the pan. hold the key
2 Press and hold the CAL key until CCout is
displayed, and then release the key.
Release
3 The balance displays CC 0 . the key
 If you want to change the target weight (a list of
usable weights is shown on page 27), press the
SAMPLE key and go to step 4.
 If you use the target weight value stored in the
balance, go to step 5. Select a
weight
4 Specify the target weight value as follows:
SAMPLE key To switch the display
condition to: “All of the
segments blinking” (target
weight selection mode) or
“The last two digits blinking”
(value adjustment mode).

RE-ZERO key (To increase the value)

MODE key (To decrease the value)
To select the target weight or
adjust the value.
e.g. Target
PRINT key To store the new weight value. weight value
Even if the AC adapter is 1000.12 g
removed, the data is
To next page
maintained in non-volatile
memory.

CAL key To cancel the operation and

return to CC 0 .

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5 Confirm that there is nothing on the pan and press the
PRINT key. The balance measures the zero point and
displays the measured value. Do not allow vibration or
drafts to affect the balance.
The balance displays the target weight value.

6 Place the displayed target weight on the pan and press the
PRINT key. The balance measures the target weight and
displays the measured value. Do not allow vibration or
drafts to affect the balance.

7 The balance displays end . Remove the weight from the

pan.

8 When the GLP output is set, the balance displays glp1 and
outputs “Calibration Test Report”.

9 The balance will automatically return to the weighing

mode.

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 9. FUNCTION SWITCH AND INITIALIZATION
9.1. Permit or Inhibit
The balance stores parameters that must not be changed unintentionally. There are two switches for
the purpose of protecting these parameters. Each switch can select either “permit” or “inhibit”. The
“inhibit” protects parameters against unintentional operations.
Switches (FZ-i series)

(The display shown left indicates the factory settings.)

Function table
0 To inhibit changes to the function table
1 To permit changes to the function table

Calibration using the internal mass (One-touch calibration)

0 To inhibit calibration using the internal mass
1 To permit calibration using the internal mass

Calibration using an external weight

0 To inhibit calibration using an external weight
1 To permit calibration using an external weight

Not used

Internal mass value correction

0 To inhibit correction
1 To permit correction

Switches (FX-i series)

(The display shown left indicates the factory settings.)

Function table
0 To inhibit changes to the function table
1 To permit changes to the function table

Not used

Calibration using an external weight

0 To inhibit calibration using an external weight
1 To permit calibration using an external weight

Not used

Not used

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Operation
1 Press the ON:OFF key to turn off the display.
2 While pressing and holding the PRINT key and the SAMPLE key, press the ON:OFF key. The
balance displays p5 .
3 Press the PRINT key. Then the balance displays the function switches.
4 Set the switches using the following keys.
SAMPLE key To select the switch to change the parameter. The selected switch blinks.
RE-ZERO key To change the parameter of the switch selected.
0: To inhibit changes. 1: To permit changes
PRINT key To store the new parameter and return to the weighing mode.
CAL key To cancel the operation ( Clr is displayed.) To return to the weighing
mode, press the CAL key once again.

9.2. Initializing the Balance

This function returns the following parameters to factory settings.
 Calibration data
 Function table
 The sample unit mass value (counting mode), 100% reference mass value (percent mode)
 External calibration weight
Function switch settings
Statistical data
Internal mass value (Only for the FZ-i series)

Note
Be sure to calibrate the balance after initialization.

Operation
With these keys Press the key
1 Press the ON:OFF key to turn off the display. held down
2 While pressing and holding the PRINT key and the
SAMPLE key, press the ON:OFF key. The balance
displays p5 .

3 Press the SAMPLE key to display Clr .

4 Press the PRINT key.

To cancel this operation, press the CAL key.

5 Press the RE-ZERO key.

6 Press the PRINT key to initialize the balance.

The balance will automatically return to the weighing

mode.

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 10. FUNCTION TABLE
The function table reads or rewrites the parameters that are stored in the balance. These parameters
stored, even if the AC adapter is removed, are maintained in non-volatile memory.

10.1. Structure and Sequence of the Function Table

The function table menu consists of two layers. The first layer is the “Class” and the second layer is the
“Item”. Each item stores a parameter.

Example
This example sets “Auto print mode A” for “Data output mode” and “100 digits” for “Auto print
difference”.

Start, From weighing mode

Press and hold Item

"Data output mode"

Press Parameter
several "Auto print mode A"
times Press one time
Class

Item
Parameter
Press two times "100 digits"
Press one time

Item
End, To weighing mode "Auto print difference"

10.2. Display and Keys

Display/Key Description
The symbol “ ” indicates that the parameter displayed is in effect.

When pressed and held in the weighing mode, enters the function table mode.
Selects the class or item in the function table mode.
Changes the parameter.

When a class is displayed, moves to an item in the class.

When an item is displayed, stores the new parameter and displays the next class.
When an item is displayed, cancels the new parameter and displays the next class.
When a class is displayed, exits the function table mode and returns to the weighing
mode.

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10.3. Details of the Function Table
Class Item and Parameter Description
0 Fast response, sensitive value FAST
Cond With “Hold 1”, sets the
1 MID. averaging time.
Condition
2 Slow response, stable value SLOW
0 Stable range is ±1 digit The stabilization indicator
5t-b illuminates when the display
1 fluctuation is within the range.
Stability band width With “Hold 1”, sets the
2 Stable range is ±3 digits
stabilization range.
Hold 0 OFF Holds the display when stable in
animal mode. With “Hold 1”,
Hold function 1 ON ANIMAL turns on.
0 OFF
trc 1 Normal Keeps zero display by tracking
Zero tracking 2 Strong zero drift.
ba5fnc 3 Very strong
Environment 0 5 times/second
Display 5pd
1 10 times/second Period to refresh the display
Display refresh rate
2 20 times/second
pnt 0 Point (.)
Decimal point format
Decimal point 1 Comma (,)
p-on 0 OFF Turns on the weighing mode
display when the AC adapter is
Auto display-ON 1 ON connected.
poff 0 OFF Turns off the display after 10
Auto display-OFF 1 ON (10 minutes) minutes of inactivity.
rng 0 Displays Select whether or not to display
the minimum weighing value at
Display at start 1 Does not display weighing start.
beep 0 Does not sound Select whether or not to sound
the beep when operating on
Beep 1 Sounds keys.
Confirms and sets the time and
Cl adj * Refer to “10-9 Clock and calendar
date. The time and date are
Clock function”.
added to output data.
0 No comparison
Comparison, excluding "near zero" when stable value or
1 overloaded
Cp Comparison, including "near zero" when stable value or
Comparator mode 2 overloaded
3 Continuous comparison, excluding "near zero"
Cp fnc 4 Continuous comparison, including "near zero"
Comparator bep- 0 OFF
LO buzzer 1 ON
bep- 0 OFF
OK buzzer 1 ON
bep- 0 OFF
HI buzzer 1 ON
: Factory settings. Digit is a unit of minimum weighing value
* : Only for the FZ-i series

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 Class Item and Parameter Description
Cp Hi
Upper limit Refer to “10-10 Comparator
Cp lo Function”.
Lower limit
Accepts the PRINT key only
0 Key mode
when the display is stable.
Auto print mode A Outputs data when the display
1
(Reference = zero) is stable and conditions of
Auto print mode B ap-p, ap-b and the reference
2
(Reference = last stable value) value are met.
prt
3 Stream mode Outputs data continuously.
Data output mode
Accepts the PRINT key regardless of
4 Key mode B (Immediately)
the display condition.
Accepts the PRINT key immediately
5 Key mode C (When stable) when the display is stable, or waits for
the display to be stable when not.
6 Interval output mode Uses interval output mode.
0 Plus only Displayed value>Reference
ap-p
1 Minus only Displayed value<Reference
Auto print polarity
2 Both Regardless of displayed value
0 10 digits
ap-b Difference between reference
1 100 digits
Auto print difference value and displayed value
2 1000 digits
0 Every measurement
1 2 seconds
2 5 seconds
dout
Data output 3 10 seconds Interval time for the interval
int
4 30 seconds output mode
Interval time
5 1 minute (With prt 6)
6 2 minute
7 5 minute
8 10 minute
5-id 0 No output Selects whether or not the ID
ID number output 1 Output number is output.
0 No output
5-td* 1 Time only
Time/Date output 2 Date only
3 Time and date
pU5e 0 No pause Selects the data output
Data output pause 1 Pause (1.6 seconds) interval.
at-f 0 Not used Selects whether or not
Auto feed 1 Used automatic feed is performed.
0 No output
info
1 AD-8121 format Selects GLP output method.
GLP output
2 General data format
ar-d 0 Not used Adjusts zero automatically
Zero after output 1 Used after data is output
Factory settings. Digit is a unit of minimum weighing value
* : Only for the FZ-i series

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 Class Item and Parameter Description
0 600 bps
1 1200 bps
bp5 2 2400 bps
Baud rate 3 4800 bps
4 9600 bps
5 19200 bps
0 7 bits, even
btpr
1 7 bits, odd
Data bit, parity bit
2 8 bits, none
5if Crlf 0 CR LF CR: ASCII code 0Dh
Serial Terminator 1 CR LF: ASCII code 0Ah
interface 0 A&D standard format
1 DP format
type 2 KF format Refer to “10-6 Description of
Data format 3 MT format the Item “Data Format””.
4 NU format
5 CSV format
t-Up 0 No limit Selects the wait time to receive
Timeout 1 1 second a command.
erCd 0 No output
AK:ASCII code 06h
AK, Error code 1 Output
mltMLT Available only when
Sets an arbitrary coefficient. programmable- unit mode is
Programmable-unit (Multi-unit) selected.
Unit
Refer to “5. WEIGHING UNITS”.
Unit
id
Refer to “11. ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT”
ID number
0 Normal weighing mode
apf
1 Capacity indicator
Application function
2 Statistical calculation mode
0 Number of data, sum
Aap fnc Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range
1 (maximum-minimum)
Application 5taf
Statistical function Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range
2 (maximum-minimum), standard deviation, coefficient of variation
mode output items
Number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, average, range
3 (maximum-minimum), standard deviation, coefficient of
variation, relative error
C5 in 1 *
Displayed only when the
Internal mass value correction: Method 1 function switch (internal mass
Refer to “8. CALIBRATION”. value correction switch) is set
C5 in 2 *
to 1.
Internal mass value correction: Method 2
* : Only for the FZ-i series : Factory settings.
Caution
The balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified refresh rate, depending on
the baud rate.
When a refresh rate of 20 times/second is used, set the baud rate to 4800 bps or higher.

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10.4. Description of the Class “Environment, Display”
Condition ( Cond )
Cond 0 This parameter is for sensitive response to the fluctuation of a weight value.
Used for powder target weighing, weighing a very light sample or when quick
response weighing is required.
After setting, the balance displays FAST.
Cond 2 This parameter is for stable weighing with slow response. Used to prevent a
weight value from drifting due to vibration or drafts.
After setting, the balance displays SLOW.
Note
With “Hold function (Hold)” set to “ON (1)”, this item is used to set the
averaging time.

Stability band width ( 5t-b )

This item controls the width to regard a weight value as a stable value. When the fluctuation per
second is less than the parameter, the balance displays the stabilization indicator and outputs the data.
The parameter influences the “Auto print mode”

5t-b 0 This parameter is for sensitive response of the stabilization indicator. Used for
exact weighing.

5t-b 2 This parameter ignores slight fluctuation of a weight value. Used to prevent a
weight value from drifting due to vibration or drafts.
Note
With “Hold function (Hold)” set to “ON (1)”, this item is used to set the
stabilization range.

Hold function ( Hold ) (Animal weighing mode)

This function is used to weigh a moving object such as an animal.
When the weight data is over the weighing range from zero and the display fluctuation is within the
stabilization range for a fixed period of averaging time, the processing indicator illuminates and the
balance displays the average weight of the animal. When the animal is removed from the weighing pan,
the display returns to zero automatically.
This function is available only when the hold function parameter is set to “1” (the animal mode indicator
ANIMAL illuminates) and any weighing unit other than the counting mode is selected.
The stabilization range and averaging time are set in “Condition (Cond)” and “Stability band width (5t-b)”.

Weighing range Averaging time Stabilization range

FZ-120 i /200 i / 300 i /500i 0.200 g
Cond 0 2 seconds Faster 5t-b 0 Lesser 6.25%
FX-120 i /200 i / 300 i /500i or over
FZ-1200 i /2000 i / 3000 i /5000i 2.00 g
Cond 1 4 seconds 5t-b 1 12.5%
FX-1200 i /2000 i / 3000 i /5000i or over
8 seconds
Cond 2 5t-b 2 Greater 16.7%
More accurate

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Zero tracking ( trc )
This function tracks zero point drift caused by changes in the environment and stabilizes the zero point.
When the weight data is only a few digits, turn the function off for accurate weighing.
Note
Digit indicates a unit of minimum weighing value.
trc 0 The tracking function is not used. Used for weighing a very light sample.
trc 1 The tracking function is used. Normal zero tracking.
trc 2 The tracking function is used. Strong zero tracking.
trc 3 The tracking function is used. Very strong zero tracking.

Display refresh rate ( 5pd )

Period to refresh the display. This parameter influences “Stream mode” along with “Baud rate” and
“Data output pause”
Note
This item is selected automatically when the response rate is changed.

Decimal point ( pnt )

The decimal point format can be selected.

Auto display-ON ( p-on )

When the AC adapter is connected, the display is automatically turned on in the weighing mode,
without the ON:OFF key operation. Used when the balance is built into an automated system.
30-minute warm up is necessary for accurate weighing.

Auto display-OFF ( poff )

When the AC adapter is connected and no operation is performed (inactivity state) for 10 minutes, the
display is automatically turned off and the standby indicator is illuminated.

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10.5. Description of the Item “Data Output Mode”
The parameter setting of the “Data output mode ( prt )” applies to the performance when the data is
transmitted using the RS-232C serial interface.

Key mode
When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs the
weight data and the display blinks one time.
Required setting dout prt 0 Key mode

Auto print modes A and B

When the displayed value is stable and the conditions of “Auto print polarity”, “Auto print difference”
and reference value are met, the balance outputs the weight data.
When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs the data
and the display blinks one time.
Mode A: Required setting dout prt 1 Auto print mode A (reference = zero)
dout ap-p Auto print polarity
dout ap-b Auto print difference
Example “For outputting the weight value each time a sample is added, with
“ar-d” set to “1” (to adjust zero after the data is output).”

Mode B: Required setting dout prt 2 Auto print mode B (reference = last stable value)
dout ap-p Auto print polarity
dout ap-b Auto print difference
Example “For outputting the weight value while a sample is added.”

Stream mode
The balance outputs the weight data continuously regardless of the display condition. The display does
not blink in this mode.
Required setting dout prt 3 Stream mode
ba5fnc 5pd Display refresh rate
5if bp5 Baud rate
Example “For monitoring data on a computer”
Caution
The balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified refresh rate and baud rate.
Set the baud rate higher.

Key mode B
When the PRINT key is pressed, the balance outputs the weight data, regardless of the display
condition. The display does not blink in this mode.
Required setting dout prt 4 Key mode B (Immediately)

Key mode C
When the PRINT key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs the
weight data. When the stabilization indicator is not on, the balance waits for the indicator to turn on and
outputs the data. The balance blinks one time in this mode.
Required setting dout prt 5 Key mode C (When stable)

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Interval output mode
The weight data is periodically output.
When the PRINT key is pressed, the balance starts to output the weight data at a preset interval time.
When the PRINT key is pressed again, the balance stops outputting the weight data.
Required setting dout prt 6 Interval output mode
dout int Interval time
Example “For outputting the weight data periodically."
Caution
The balance may not transmit the data completely at the specified interval times and baud rate.
Set the baud rate higher.

10.6. Description of the Item “Data Format”

A&D standard format 5if type 0
This format is used when the peripheral equipment can receive the A&D format. If an AD-8121B printer
is used, set the printer to MODE 1 or 2.
 This format consists of fifteen characters excluding the terminator.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data with the leading zeros. If the data is zero, the plus sign is used.
 The unit, consisting of three characters, follows the data.
 Output example: S T , + 0 1 2 . 0 0 7 8 g CR LF
Header Data Unit Terminator

 Print example: W T + 1 2 . 0 0 7 8 g CR LF
Header Data Unit Terminator

DP (Dump print) format 5if type 1

This format is suitable for the peripheral equipment that prints the received data as is.
When an AD-8121B printer is used, set the printer to MODE 3.
 This format consists of sixteen characters excluding the terminator.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition. No overload header is used.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data, with spaces in place of leading zeros, if the data is not
zero or overloaded.
 The unit, consisting of three characters, follows the data.
W T + 1 2 . 0 0 7 8 g CR LF
Header Data Unit Terminator

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KF format 5if type 2
This is the Karl-Fischer moisture meter format and is used when the peripheral equipment can only
communicate using this format.
 This format consists of fourteen characters excluding the terminator.
 This format has no header characters.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data, with spaces in place of leading zeros, if the data is not
zero or overloaded.
 This format outputs the unit only for a stable value.

MT format 5if type 3

This format is used when the peripheral equipment of other manufacturer is connected. Please note
that the connection is not guaranteed.
 A header of two characters indicates the balance condition.
 The polarity sign is used only for negative data.
 The weight data uses spaces in place of the leading zeros.
 The character length of this format changes dependent upon the unit
S 1 2 . 7 8 g CR LF
Header Data Unit Terminator

S Stable header
S D Unstable header
S I Overload header

NU (numerical) format 5if type 4

This format outputs only numerical data.
 This format consists of nine characters excluding the terminator.
 The polarity sign is placed before the data with the leading zeros. If the data is zero, the plus sign
is used.

CSV format 5if type 5

 Separates the data of A&D standard format and the unit by a comma (,).
 Outputs the unit even when the data is overloaded.

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Date dout 5-td 2 or 3
 The date output order can be changed in "Clock (Cl adj)".
 The year is output in a four-digit format.
1 2 / 3 1 / 2 0 1 0 CR LF

Time dout 5-td 1 or 3

 The time is output in a 24-hour format.
1 2 : 3 4 : 5 6 CR LF

10.7. Data Format Examples

Stable A&D S T , + 0 0 0 0 1 . 2 7 g CR LF
DP W T + 1 . 2 7 g CR LF
KF + 1 . 2 7 g CR LF
MT 1 . 2 7 g CR LF
NU + 0 0 0 0 1 . 2 7 CR LF

Unstable A&D U S , - 0 0 1 8 3 . 6 9 g CR LF
DP U S - 1 8 3 . 6 9 g CR LF
KF - 1 8 3 . 6 9 CR LF
MT S D - 1 8 3 . 6 9 g CR LF
NU - 0 0 1 8 3 . 6 9 CR LF

Overload A&D O L , + 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 E + 1 9 CR LF
Positive error DP E CR LF
KF H CR LF
MT S I + CR LF
NU + 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 CR LF

Overload A&D O L , - 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 E + 1 9 CR LF
Negative error DP - E CR LF
KF L CR LF
MT S I - CR LF
NU - 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 CR LF

Space, ASCII 20h

C Carriage Return, ASCII 0Dh
R
L
F Line Feed, ASCII 0Ah

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Note
When “Pound Ounce” is selected, the data is output with the unit of ounce (oz).

10.8. Description of the Item “Application Function”

Capacity indicator ( apf 1)
In the weighing mode, the indicator displays the weight data relative to the weighing capacity in
percentage. (Zero = 0%, maximum capacity = 100%)

Statistical calculation mode ( apf 2)

The mode statistically calculates the weight data, and displays or outputs the results. For details, refer
to “6-4 Statistical Calculation Mode”.

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10.9. Clock and Calendar Function (Only for FZ-i series)
The FZ-i series balance is equipped with a clock and calendar function. When the “GLP output (info)”
parameter is set to “1” or “2” and the “Time/Date output (5-td)” parameter is set to “1”, “2” or “3”, the
time and date are added to the output data. Set or confirm the time and date as follows:

Operation
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the
function table is displayed.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display

Cl adj .

3 Press the PRINT key. The balance enters the mode to

confirm or set the time and date.

Confirming the date

4 The current date is displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the date is correct and the operation is to be
finished, press the CAL key and go to step 8.
 When the date is correct and the time is to be confirmed,
press the SAMPLE key and go to step 6.
 When the date is not correct and is to be changed,
press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 5.

Note
The year is expressed using a two-digit format. For
example, the year 2010 is expressed as “10”.

Setting the date (with part of the digits blinking)

5 Set the date using the following keys.
SAMPLE key To select the digits to change the
value. The selected digits blink.

RE-ZERO key To increase the value by one. To the time

setting mode
MODE key To decrease the value by one.

PRINT key To store the new setting, display

Confirm
end and go to step 6.

CAL key To cancel the new setting and go

to step 6.
To the time
setting mode

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Confirming the time
6 The current time is displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the time is correct and the date does not need
to be confirmed, press the CAL key and go to step 8.
 When the time is correct and the date is to be
confirmed, press the SAMPLE key and go back to
step 4.
 When the time is not correct and is to be changed,
press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 7.
Setting the time (with part of the digits blinking)
7 Set the time in a 24-hour format using the following
To the date
keys. setting mode
SAMPLE key To select the digits to change the
value. The selected digits blink.
RE-ZERO key To increase the value by one.
MODE key To decrease the value by one.
PRINT key To store the new setting, display
end and go to step 8. Confirm
CAL key To cancel the new setting and go
back to step 4.

Quitting the operation

8 The balance displays the next menu of the function
table. Press the CAL key to exit the clock and calendar
function and return to the weighing mode.

Notes
Do not enter invalid values such as a non-existing date when setting the time and date.

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10.10. Comparator Function
The results of the comparison are indicated by HI OK LO on the display.
Operating conditions:  No comparison
 Comparison when the weight data is stable or overloaded, excluding “near zero”
 Comparison when the weight data is stable or overloaded, including “near zero”
 Continuous comparison, excluding “near zero”
 Continuous comparison, including “near zero”
To compare, use:  Upper limit value and lower limit value
Input method:  Digital input
Note
"Near zero" means that the weight value is within 10 digits of the minimum weighing value.
For example, using an FX-3000i in gram mode, the range of 0.10 g is “near zero”.
For the description of “Comparator (Cp fnc)”, refer to “10-3 Details of the Function Table”.

Setting example
(Continuous comparison, excluding “near zero”, upper limit and lower limit values, digital input)
Selecting a comparator mode
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display Cp fnc .

3 Press the PRINT key.

4 Press the RE-ZERO key several times to display Cp 3 .

5 Press the PRINT key to store the selected mode.

Entering the upper limit value

6 With Cp Hi displayed, press the PRINT key. The current setting of the upper limit value is
displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the current setting is not to be changed, press the PRINT or CAL key to go to step 7.
 When the current setting is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key. Change the setting using
the following keys.
SAMPLE key To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit blinks.
RE-ZERO key To change the value of the digit selected.
MODE key To switch the polarity.
PRINT key To store the new setting and go to step 7.
CAL key To cancel the new setting and go to step 7.
Entering the lower limit value
7 With Cp lo displayed, press the PRINT key. The current setting of the lower limit value is
displayed with all the digits blinking.
 When the current setting is not to be changed, press the PRINT or CAL key to go to step 8.
 When the current setting is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key. Change the setting using
the following keys.
SAMPLE key To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit blinks.
RE-ZERO key To change the value of the digit selected.
MODE key To switch the polarity.
PRINT key To store the new setting and go to step 8.
CAL key To cancel the new setting and go to step 8.
8 Press the CAL key to exit the comparator function and return to the weighing mode.

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 11. ID NUMBER AND GLP REPORT
 The ID number is used to identify the balance when Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) or Good
Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is used.
 The ID number is maintained in non-volatile memory even if the AC adapter is removed.
 The output format for GLP/GMP compliant report is selected at “GLP output (info)” of the function
table and can be output to a personal computer or printer using the RS-232C serial interface.
 The GLP/GMP compliant report includes the balance manufacturer, model, serial number, ID
number and space for signature for weight data, and the weight used and results for calibration
or calibration test data.
When the AD-8121B printer is used, the date and time can be printed using the AD-8121B clock
and calendar function. In this case, set the “GLP output ( info )” parameter to “1”.
 The balance can output the following:
“Calibration report” of the calibration, using the internal mass (Calibration due to changes in
temperature and one-touch calibration.)
“Calibration report” of the calibration, using an external weight.
“Calibration test report” of the calibration test, using an external weight.
“Title block” and “End block” for the weight data.

11.1. Setting the ID Number

1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed.
2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display id .
3 Press the PRINT key. Set the ID number using the following keys.
SAMPLE key To select the digit to change the value. The selected digit
blinks.
RE-ZERO key, MODE key To set the character of the digit selected. Refer to the display
character set shown below.
PRINT key To store the new ID number and display ap fnc
CAL key To cancel the new ID number and display ap fnc
4 Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
Display character set

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11.2. GLP Report
Set the following parameters to output the GLP/GMP compliant report.
 To print the report, set the “GLP output ( info )” parameter to “1”, set the “Data output pause
( pU5e )” parameter to “1” and use MODE 3 of the AD-8121B. For details on using the printer,
refer to “15-1 Connection to the AD-8121B Printer”.
 To output the report to a personal computer using the RS-232C serial interface, set the “GLP
output ( info )” parameter to “2”.
Note
If the time and date are not correct, adjust the AD-8121B clock and calendar (FX-i series) or use
“Cl adj “ of the function table to adjust the time and date (FZ-i series).

Calibration report using an internal weight

When the setting is “info 1”: When the setting is “info 2”:

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Calibration report using an external weight
When the setting is “info 1”: When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i series, the time and date

are added to output data.

Calibration test report using an external weight

(Calibration test does not perform calibration.)
When the setting is “info 1”: When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i series, the time and date are

added to output data.

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Title block and end block
When a weight value is recorded as the GLP data, “Title block” and “End block” are inserted at the
beginning and at the end of a group of weight values, in the GLP report.

Note
To output the report to an AD-8121B , use MODE 3 of the AD-8121B.

Operation
1 With the weight data displayed, press and hold the PRINT key until S5tart is displayed. The
“Title block” is output.

2 The weight data is output according to the parameter setting of the data output mode.

3 Press and hold the PRINT key until recend is displayed. The “End block” is output.

When the setting is “info 1”: When the setting is “info 2”:

With FZ-i series, the time and

date are added to output data.

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 12. UNDERHOOK
The underhook can be used for magnetic materials or density measurement. The built-in underhook is
revealed by removing the plastic cap on the bottom of the balance.
Use the underhook as shown below.

Bottom of the balance

Underhook

Cap

Caution
Do not apply excessive force to the underhook.
When not in use, attach the plastic cap to prevent dust from getting into the balance.
Do not push the underhook upward.

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 13. PROGRAMMABLE-UNIT
This is a programmable unit conversion function. It multiplies the weight data in grams by an arbitrary
coefficient set in the function table and displays the result.
The coefficient must be within the range between the minimum and maximum shown below. If the
coefficient set is beyond the range, an error is displayed and the balance returns to the coefficient
setting mode, prompting to enter an appropriate value. A coefficient of 1 was set at the factory.

Model Minimum coefficient Maximum coefficient

FX-120i /200i /300i /500i
1000
FZ-120i /200i /300i /500i
0.000001
FX-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i
100
FZ-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i

Operation
1 Press and hold the SAMPLE key until ba5fnc of the function table is displayed.

2 Press the SAMPLE key several times to display mltj .

3 Press the PRINT key. The balance enters the mode to confirm or set the coefficient.

Confirming the coefficient

4 The current coefficient is displayed with the first digit blinking.
 When it is not to be changed, press the CAL key and go to step 6.
 When it is to be changed, press the RE-ZERO key and go to step 5.
Setting the coefficient
5 Set the coefficient using the following keys.

SAMPLE key To select a digit to change the

value. The selected digit blinks.
RE-ZERO key To change the value.
MODE key To change the decimal point
position.
Each time the switch is pressed,
the decimal point position
changes as follows:

PRINT key To store the new setting, display

end and go to step 6.
CAL key To cancel the new setting and go
to step 6.

Quitting the operation

6 The balance displays Unit . Press the CAL key to exit the programmable-unit function and
return to the weighing mode.

Using the function

Press the MODE key to select the programmable-unit (no display on the unit section). Perform
weighing as described in “6-1 Basic Operation (Gram Mode)”. After weighing, the balance displays
the result (weight data in grams x coefficient).

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 14. RS-232C SERIAL INTERFACE
The balance is a Data Communication Equipment (DCE) device. Connect the balance to a personal
computer (DTE) using a straight through cable.

Transmission system : EIA RS-232C (D-Sub 9-pin, male connector)

Transmission form : Asynchronous, bi-directional, half duplex
Transmission rate : 20 times/second, 10 times/second or 5 times/second (same as data refresh rate)
Data format : Baud rate : 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 bps
Data bits : 7 or 8 bits
Parity : Even, Odd (Data bits 7 bits)
None (Data bits 8 bits)
Stop bit : 1 bit
Code : ASCII RS-232C
1 -5V to -15V
LSB MSB
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 +5V to +15V
Data bits Stop bit
Start bit Parity bit

D-Sub 9-pin assignments

Pin No. Signal name Direction Description
1 - - No connection
2 TXD Output Transmit data
3 RXD Input Receive data
4 - - No connection
5 SG - Signal ground
9 8 7 6
6 DSR Output Data set ready
7 RTS Input Request to send
8 CTS Output Clear to send 5 4 3 2 1
9 - - No connection
Signal names of the balance side are the same as #4-40UNC
the DTE side with TXD and RXD reversed.

Balance side Computer side

DCE DTE
TXD 2 RXD
RXD 3
TXD
RTS 7
RTS
CTS 8
CTS
DSR 6
Approx.5V DSR
SG 5
SG

Terminals sample
Inside of balance

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 15. CONNECTION TO Peripheral EQUIPMENT
15.1. Connection to the AD-8121B Printer
Set the following parameters to use the AD-8121B printer.

Example of use AD-8121B mode setting

To print A&D standard format weight data, using the FZ-i / FX-i PRINT key
MODE 1
or auto print mode. (The time and date can be added.)
To print A&D standard format weight data, using the AD-8121B DATA key
or AD-8121B built-in timer. (The time and date can be added.) MODE 2
To print, using the AD-8121B chart printing function.
To print the FZ-i / FX- i statistical data. MODE 3
To print GLP output. MODE 3

Factory AD-8121B AD-8121B AD-8121B

Class Item and Parameter
settings MODE 1 MODE 2 MODE 3
dout prt Data output mode 0 0,1,2,4,5 *1 3 0,1,2,4,5 *1
Data output pU5e Data output pause 0 0 0 0,1 *2
bp5 Baud rate 2 2 2 2
5if btpr Data bit, parity bit 0 0 0 0
Serial interface Crlf Terminator 0 0 0 0
type Data format 0 0 0 1
*1 Set appropriate parameters for “ap-p (Auto print polarity)” and “ap-b (Auto print difference) “ when auto
print mode A or B (prt 1 or 2) is selected.
Set the AD-8121B DIP switch No.3 to ON when unstable data is printed with “prt 4“.
*2 Set 1 when multiple lines are printed in the FZ-i / FX- i statistical calculation mode.

Notes
Refer to "11-2 GLP Report" for print samples.
Settings of AD-8121B DIP switches
AD-8121B
MODE Description
DIP switch
MODE
1 2 3 4 Print at receiving data.
ON

MODE 1 Standard mode, statistical calculation mode

MODE
1 2 3 4
Print by the AD-8121B DATA key operation or AD-8121B built-in timer.
ON

MODE 2 Standard mode, interval mode, chart mode

MODE
1 2 3 4 Print at receiving data.
ON

MODE 3 Dump print mode

DIP switch No.3 : Handling unstable data MODE
1 2 3 4
ON Print
ON

OFF Not printed

MODE
Set the DIP switch No.4 to OFF.
1 2 3 4
ON

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15.2. Connection to a Computer
The balance can be connected to a personal computer using the RS-232C serial interface. As an
option, the FXi –02 USB interface is available to transmit the balance data to a personal computer.

The balance is a DCE device. Use a straight through cable when connecting to a personal computer.
A commercially available modem cable can be used. When purchasing, confirm the following
specifications.

D-Sub 9-pin
Female connector
Inch screw thread

15.3. Using Windows Communication Tools (WinCT)

When Windows is used as an operating system in a personal computer, the WinCT software, that is
downloaded from the A&D website, can be used to transmit the weight data to the personal
computer.
The WinCT has two communication methods: “RsCom” and “RsKey”.

RsCom
 Can transmit commands to control the balance.
 Can make bi-directional communication between the balance and a personal computer using the
RS-232C serial interface.
 Can display or store the data using a text file format. Can also print the data using a printer
connected to a personal computer.
 When several ports of a personal computer have balances connected, can communicate with
each balance simultaneously.
 Can share a personal computer with other application software.

RsKey
 Can transmit the weight data output from the balance directly to other application software such
as Microsoft Excel.
Can be used with most application software.

RsWeight
 Can retrieve the weight data from the balance and display the data as a graph in real time.
 Can calculate and display the maximum, minimum, average, standard deviation and coefficient
of variation.

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Using the WinCT software, the balance can do the following:
1 Analyzing the weight data and the statistics with “RsKey”
The weight data can be input directly into an Excel worksheet. Then, Excel can analyze the data
to obtain sum, average, standard deviation, maximum and minimum value, and display them as
a graph.

2 Controlling the balance using commands from a personal computer

By using “RsCom”, the personal computer sends commands such as “re-zero” or “send weight
data” to the balance and controls the balance.

3 Printing the balance GLP report using your printer

The balance GLP report can be printed using a printer connected to a personal computer.

4 Receiving weight data at a certain interval

The weight data can be received at a certain interval and data characteristic with elapsed time
can be obtained.
5 Using a personal computer as an external indicator
With the “RsKey” test mode function, a personal computer can be used as an external weight
indicator for the balance. (To do this, set the balance data output mode to stream mode.)

15.4. Simultaneously Connecting the AD-8121B Printer and a

Personal Computer
The balance can be connected to the AD-8121B printer and a personal computer simultaneously
using the Fxi-02 USB interface to store and print the data.
In that case, a USB cable and the winCT software are necessary.

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 16. COMMANDS
16.1. Command List
Note
A command has a terminator added, that is specified using the "Terminator (Crlf)"
parameter of “Serial interface ( 5if )” in the function table, and is sent to the balance.

Commands to query weight data

C Cancels the S or SIR command.
Q Requests the weight data immediately.
S Requests the weight data when stabilized.
SI Requests the weight data immediately.
SIR Requests the weight data continuously.
E
SCP Requests the weight data when stabilized.
Note: The “Q” and “SI” commands, the “S” and “ESCP” commands behave the same.

Commands to control the balance

CAL Same as the CAL key.
EXC * Calibration using an external weight
OFF Turns the display off.
ON Turns the display on.
P Same as the ON:OFF key
PRT Same as the PRINT key
R Same as the RE-ZERO key
SMP Same as the SAMPLE key.
T Tare key
Z Same as the RE-ZERO key
E
SCT Same as the RE-ZERO key
U Same as the MODE key
?ID Requests the ID number.
?SN Requests the serial number.
?TN Requests the model name.
?PT Requests the tare weight.
PT: .  g Changes the tare weight.
The unit added is the current weighing unit in A&D standard format.
Note: The “R”, “Z” and “ESCT” commands behave the same.
E
SC : ASCII code 1Bh
* : Only for the FZ-i series

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16.2. Acknowledge Code and Error Codes
When the “AK, Error code (erCd)” parameter of “Serial interface ( 5if )” is set to “1”, the balance
outputs <AK> code or an error code for each command as follows:
<AK> (06h) Acknowledge in ASCII code.
 When the balance receives a command to request data and can not process it, the balance
transmits an error code (EC, Exx).
When the balance receives a command to request data and can process it, the balance outputs the data.
 When the balance receives a command to control the balance and can not process it, the balance
transmits an error code (EC, Exx).
When the balance receives a command to control the balance and can process it, the balance
transmits the acknowledge code.
Among commands to control the balance, the following transmit the acknowledge code both when
the balance receives the command and when the balance has accomplished the command. If the
command can not be processed properly, the balance transmits an error code (EC, Exx). This error
can be released using the CAL command.
CAL command (When performing the calibration using a calibration weight)
ON command, P command
R command, Z command, T command (When setting the display to zero)

R command example

CAL command example (FZ-i series: Calibration using the internal mass)
Personal computer Time Balance

Zero display
CAL command
C A L CR LF Confirmation of
AK CR LF command receipt

AK CR LF Command completion

Zero display

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CAL command example (FX-i series: Calibration using an external weight)
* : EXC command for FZ-i series

Personal computer Time Balance

*
Zero display
CAL command
C A L CR LF Confirmation of
AK CR LF command receipt

PRT command
P R T CR LF
Confirmation of
AK CR LF command receipt
Starts inputting data

AK CR LF
Calibration weight
value display
(Place the calibration weight
on the weighing pan.) Calibration
PRT command weight
P R T CR LF
Confirmation of
AK CR LF command receipt
Starts inputting data

AK CR LF Command completion

(Remove the calibration weight

from the weighing pan.)

AK CR LF

RE-ZERO operation

AK CR LF

Zero display

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T command example
Personal computer Time Balance

Weighing mode
T command
T CR LF
Confirmation of
AK CR LF command receipt
Processing command

AK CR LF Command completion

Zero display
?PT command
? P T CR LF
PT:+ 00126.87 gCR LF

PT command example
Personal computer Time Balance

PT command
(Tare of 100g) Weighing mode

P T : 1 0 0 g CR LF

AK CR LF Command completion

Tare value display

?PT command
? P T CR LF
PT:+ 00100.00 gCR LF

 When a communication error has occurred due to external noise, or a parity error has occurred
due to transmission error, the balance transmits an error code. In this case, send the command
again.

16.3. Settings Related to RS-232C

Concerning the RS-232C, the balance has two functions: “Data output ( dout )” and “Serial interface
( 5if )”. Set each function as necessary.

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 17. MAINTENANCE
 Do not use organic solvents to clean the balance. Clean the balance with a lint free cloth that is
moistened with warm water and a mild detergent.
 Do not disassemble the balance. Contact the local A&D dealer if the balance needs service or repair.
 Use the original packing material for transportation.

18. TROUBLESHOOTING
18.1. Checking the Balance Performance and Environment
The balance is a precision instrument. When the operating environment or the operating method is
inadequate, correct weighing can not be performed. Place a sample on the pan and remove it, and repeat
this several times. If the balance seems to have a problem with repeatability or to perform improperly, check
as described below. Also, visit our website, http://www.aadd.jp/, for “Information Library” and “FAQ”.
If improper performance persists after checking, contact the local A&D dealer for repair.

Checking that the balance performs properly

 Check the balance repeatability using an external weight. Be sure to place the weight in the
center of the weighing pan.
 Check the balance repeatability, linearity and calibrated value using external weights with a
known value.
Checking that the operating environment or weighing method is proper
Operating environment
 Is the weighing table solid enough (especially for the FZ-120i /200i /300i /500i and FX-120i /200i
/300i /500i, the balances with a minimum weighing value of 0.001 g)?
 Is the balance level? Refer to “3-1 Before Use”.
 Is the operating environment free from vibration and drafts? For the FX-120i /200i /300i, has the
breeze break been installed?
 Is there a strong electrical or magnetic noise source such as a motor near the balance?
Weighing method
 Is the weighing pan installed correctly?
 Is the RE-ZERO key pressed before placing a sample on the weighing pan?
 Is the sample placed in the center of the weighing pan?
 Has the balance been calibrated using an external weight? (Or one-touch calibration, only for the FZ-i series)
 Has the balance been warmed up for 30 minutes before weighing?
Sample and container
 Has the sample absorbed or lost moisture due to the ambient conditions such as temperature
and humidity?
 Has the temperature of the container been allowed to equalize to the ambient temperature?
Refer to “3-2 During Use”.
 Is the sample charged with static electricity? Refer to “3-2 During Use”.
The FZ-120i /200i /300i /500i and FX-120i /200i /300i /500i are prone to be charged with static
electricity when the relative humidity is low.
 Is the sample of magnetic material such as iron? Caution is required for weighing magnetic
materials. Refer to “3-2 During Use”.

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18.2. Error Codes
Display Error code Description
EC, E11 Stability error
The balance can not stabilize due to an environmental problem.
Prevent vibration, drafts, temperature changes, static electricity
and magnetic fields.
Refer to “3. PRECAUTIONS” for details on the operating
environment and “7. RESPONSE ADJUSTMENT” about
adapting the balance to the environment.
To return to the weighing mode, press the CAL key.
Out of range error
The value entered is beyond the settable range.
Re-enter the value.
EC, E17 Internal mass error (Only for the FZ-i series)
The internal mass application mechanism does not function
properly. Perform the weighing operation from the beginning
again.
EC, E20 Calibration weight error
The calibration weight is too heavy.
Confirm that the weighing pan is properly installed. Confirm the
calibration weight value.
Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
EC, E21 Calibration weight error
The calibration weight is too light.
Confirm that the weighing pan is properly installed. Confirm the
calibration weight value.
Press the CAL key to return to the weighing mode.
Overload error
A sample beyond the balance weighing capacity has been
placed on the pan.
Remove the sample from the pan.
Weighing pan Error
The weight value is too light.
Confirm that the weighing pan and pan support are properly
installed. Press the ON:OFF key two times to return to the
weighing mode. If the error still persists, calibrate the balance.
Sample mass error
The balance can not store the sample for the counting mode or
for the percent mode because it is too light.
Use a sample that is heavier
Unit mass error
The sample unit mass for the counting mode is too light. Storing
and using it for counting will cause a counting error.
Add samples to reach the specified number and press the
PRINT key.
Pressing the PRINT key without adding samples will shift the
balance to the counting mode. But, to acquire accurate
weighing, be sure to add samples.

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 Balance internal error
If this error appears persistently, contact the local A&D dealer.

Battery error for clock

The back-up battery power for the clock was lost completely.
After pressing one of the keys, adjust the date and time. Even if
the back-up battery power for the clock was lost and the balance
is on or in the standby state, the balance performance will be
normal. When this error appears frequently, repair is required.
Low battery error
Voltage of the power supply drops.
Confirm whether the correct AC adapter is used.
EC, E00 Communications error
A protocol error occurred in communications.
Confirm the format, baud rate and parity.
EC, E01 Undefined command error
An undefined command was received.
Confirm the command.
EC, E02 Not ready
A received command can not be processed.
e.g. The balance received a Q command, but not in the
weighing mode.
e.g. The balance received a Q command while processing a
RE-ZERO command.
Adjust the delay time to transmit a command.
EC, E03 Timeout error
If the timeout parameter is set to “t-Up1”, the balance did not
receive the next character of a command within the time limit of
one second.
Confirm the communication.
EC, E04 Excess characters error
The balance received excessive characters in a command.
Confirm the command.
EC, E06 Format error
A command includes incorrect data.
e.g. The data is numerically incorrect.
Confirm the command.
EC, E07 Parameter setting error
The received data exceeds the range that the balance can
accept.
Confirm the parameter range of the command.
Other errors If the errors described above can not be released or other errors
are displayed, contact the local A&D dealer.

18.3. Asking For Repair

If the balance needs service or repair, contact the local A&D dealer.
The balance is a precision instrument. Use much care when handling the balance and observe the
following when transporting the balance.
 Use the original packing material.  Remove the weighing pan from the main unit

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 19. OPTIONS
Accessories

Note
The FXi-02, FXi-08 and FXi-09 can not be used at the same time.

FXi-02 USB interface

(Installed in the balance, Applicable OS: Windows 98 OSR2 or later)
 Used to transmit the balance weight data (numerical
value only) uni-directionally to a personal computer
via USB.
FX i –02 Example of use
 Can transmit the balance weight data (numerical
value only) directly to application software such as
Microsoft Excel, Word and memo pad.
Driver installation is not necessary.
Note
To perform bi-directional communication using
WinCT or input statistical data or GLP data to a
personal computer, use the USB converter
(AX-USB-9P-EX)

FXi-08 Ethernet interface

 Used to connect the balance to a LAN.
The "WinCT-Plus" data communication software is
provided as a standard accessory and can perform the
following.
FX i –08 Example of use
Acquire data from multiple balances connected to
a LAN.
Control these balances with commands.
Acquire data transmitted from balances.
Example: When pressing the PRINT key of the
balance, data is output and is acquired by the
computer.
The stored data can be used with Microsoft Excel
(if installed).

FXi-09 Built-in battery unit (Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack)

 Charging time: Approximately 10 hours.
 Continuous operation hours: Approximately 8 hours
Note
The charging time depends on the operating environment. During charging, the balance is
not available for use.

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FXi-10 Small breeze break
 Provided for the FZ-i series (all) and FX-120i /200i /300i /500i as a standard accessory. Can be
used for FX-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i.

FXi-11 Large breeze break

 Breeze break with greater height. Can be used for all models.
Convenient when a large beaker or measuring cylinder is used and requires more height.

FXi-12 Animal weighing pan

 Applicable models: FZ-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i and FX-1200i /2000i /3000i /5000i
 Used for weighing small animals.
 Placing the animal weighing pan on the balance will reduce the weighing
capacity by approximately 200 g.

FXi-15-EX Carrying case

 You can carry the FZ-i / FX-i series balance by placing it in the carrying case.

AX-FXi-31 Main unit cover

 Main unit protective cover provided as a standard accessory.

AD-1654 Density Determination Kit

Weigh in air
x water density = sample density
Weigh in water - Weigh in the air

10.0000 g
Example x 0.9970 g/cm3 = 21.4 g/cm3
10.0000 g － 9.5334 g

Temperature Water density

0 °C 0.99984 g/cm3
10 °C 0.99970 g/cm3
20 °C 0.99820 g/cm3
30 °C 0.99565 g/cm3

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Option

AD-8121B:Printer
 Compact dot-matrix printer
 Statistical function, clock and calendar function, interval print function, graphic print function,
dump print mode
 5 x 7 dots, 16 characters per line
 Print paper (AX-PP143, 45 (W) x 50 (L) mm , ø65 mm)
 AC adapter or alkaline battery

AD-1691:Balance environment analyzer

 During the routine inspection, repeatability and the minimum weighing value can be easily
checked.
 Also, this calculates measurement uncertainty and supports environmental evaluation of the
scale.
 This analyzer can be easily carried to the scale site, so more than one scale can be controlled
using this analyzer.

AD-1687: Weighing environment logger

 A data logger equipped with 4 sensors for temperature, humidity, barometric pressure and
vibration that can measure and store environmental data. When connected to the RS-232C
interface of the balance, the AD-1687 can store environmental data along with weighing data.
Therefore, it is possible to store data in an environment where a computer can not be used.
 The stored data can be read to a personal computer using USB. As the AD-1687 is recognized
as USB memory, special software is not required to read the data.

AD-1688: Data logger

 When connected to the RS-232C interface of the balance, the AD-1688 can store the data in an
environment where a personal computer can not be used.

AD-8526: LAN converter

 This option can be used to connect the RS-232C interface of the balance to the Ethernet (LAN)
port of a computer. This allows management of the balance weighing data with a computer
connected to a network.

AD-8527: Quick USB adapter

AD-8920A: Remote display

 Connected to the GP series using the RS-232C interface.

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AD-8922A: Remote controller
 This option can be connected to the balance using the RS-232C interface and can control the
balance remotely. Various options such as comparator output or analog output are available.

AX-USB-9/25P-EX: USB converter

 Adds a COM port to a PC.
 Enables bi-directional communication between the PC and the balance when a USB driver is
installed.
 Can use serial communication software such as WinCT on a PC without COM ports.
 An RS-232C cable is provided to connect the USB converter to the balance.

AD-1671: Anti-vibration table

 Approximately 24kg, Artificial stone (Terrazzo).
 Use this table when unstable weighing is caused by vibration coming from the floor.
 Use the AD-8922A remote controller to avoid a weighing error by a slight table tilt that key
operation may make.

AD-1672: Tabletop breeze break

 Protects the balance from wind from sources such as air conditioning or people passing by,
thereby reducing balance weighing error.
 The transparent panel assembly consists of antistatic plastic material that protects the balance
from static electricity.

AD-1683: Ionizer
 This ionizer eliminates static electricity to prevent weighing errors caused by electrification during
measurement.
 This direct current and windless type is the most suitable for precisely weighing powder, etc.
 Small size, light weight

AD-1684A: Electrostatic field meter

 This option measures the amount of the static charge on the sample, tare or peripheral
equipment and displays the result.
 If those are found to be charged, discharge them using the AD-1683 DC static eliminator.

AD-1689: Tweezers for calibration weight

 This option is the same as the tweezers provided as a standard accessory and is used when
calibrating the balance using an external weight.

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 20. SPECIFICATIONS
FZ-120i FZ-200i FZ-300i FZ-500i FZ-1200i FZ-2000i FZ-3000i FZ-5000i
Weighing capacity [g] 122 220 320 520 1220 2200 3200 5200
Maximum display [ g ] 122.084 220.084 320.084 520.084 1220.84 2200.84 3200.84 5200.84
Minimum weighing value
0.001 0.01
[ g / digit]
Repeatability [g]
0.001 0.01
(Standard deviation)
Linearity [g] 0.002 0.02
Stabilization time
Approx. 1 second
(typical at FAST)
Sensitivity drift
±2 ppm/°C
(10°C to 30°C/50F to 86F )
Accuracy right after calibration 0.010 g 0.10 g 0.15 g
using the internal mass.
See notes below * The value above is to the weighing capacity.
Internal mass Yes
Clock and calendar function Yes
5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
Operating environment
85 %RH or less (No condensation)
Display refresh rate 5 times/second, 10 times/second or 20 times/second
Counting Minimum unit mass 0.001 g 0.01 g
mode Number of samples 5, 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces
Minimum 100%
0.100 g 1.00 g
Percent reference mass
mode Minimum 100%
0.01%, 0.1%, 1% (Depends on the reference mass stored.)
display
100 g 200 g 300 g 500 g 1000 g 2000 g 3000 g 5000 g
50 g 100 g 200 g 400 g 500 g 1000 g 2000 g 4000 g
50 g 100 g 300 g 500 g 1000 g 3000 g
External calibration weight
50 g 200 g 500 g 2000 g
100 g 1000 g
50 g 500 g
Weighing pan diameter 130 mm 150 mm
Net weight Approx. 3.0 kg
External dimensions 193 (W) x 262.5 (D) x 85.5 (H) mm
Confirm that the adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power
AC adapter
receptacle type
Power consumption Approx. 11VA (supplied to the AC adapter)
Interface RS-232C

*  Accuracy right after calibration using the internal mass, with the accessory breeze break
installed and in good ambient conditions (within the temperature range of 10 C to 30 C
(50 F to 86 F) with no abrupt changes in temperature or humidity, no drafts, no vibration
and no effect by magnetic fields or static electricity).
 With the FZ-i series balance, the environment and aging may cause internal mass value
error. Calibrate using an external mass and perform maintenance regularly.

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 FX-120i FX-200i FX-300i FX-500i FX-1200i FX-2000i FX-3000i FX-5000i
Weighing capacity [g] 122 220 320 520 1220 2200 3200 5200
Maximum display [g] 122.084 220.084 320.084 520.084 1220.84 2200.84 3200.84 5200.84
Minimum weighing value
0.001 0.01
[ g / digit]
Repeatability [g]
0.001 0.01
(Standard deviation)
Linearity [g] 0.002 0.02
Stabilization time
Approx. 1 second
(typical at FAST)
Sensitivity drift
±2 ppm/°C
(10°C to 30°C/50F to 86F )
Internal mass No
Clock and calendar function No
Operating environment 5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F)
85 %RH or less (No condensation)
Display refresh rate 5 times/second, 10 times/second or 20 times/second
Counting Minimum unit mass 0.001 g 0.01 g
mode Number of samples 5, 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces
Percent Minimum 100%
0.100 g 1.00 g
mode reference mass
Minimum 100%
0.01%, 0.1%, 1% (Depends on the reference mass stored.)
display
External calibration weight 100 g 200 g 300 g 500 g 1000 g 2000 g 3000 g 5000 g
50 g 100 g 200 g 400 g 500 g 1000 g 2000 g 4000 g
50 g 100 g 300 g 500 g 1000 g 3000 g
50 g 200 g 500 g 2000 g
100 g 1000 g
50 g 500 g
Weighing pan diameter 130 mm 150 mm
Net weight Approx. 3.0 kg
External dimensions 193 (W) x 262.5 (D) x 85.5 (H) mm
AC adapter Confirm that the adapter type is correct for the local voltage and power
receptacle type
Power consumption Approx. 11VA (supplied to the AC adapter)
Interface RS-232C

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 21. EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
FZ-120i / 200i / 300i / 500i
FX-120i / 200i / 300i / 500i

FZ-1200i / 2000i / 3000i / 5000i

FX-1200i / 2000i / 3000i / 5000i

FZ-1200i / 2000i / 3000i / 5000i, the breeze break is provided as a standard accessory.
Unit: mm

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 22. TERMS/INDEX
Terms
Stable value The weight data when the stabilization indicator appears.

Environment Ambient conditions such as vibration, drafts, temperature, static electricity and
magnetic fields which affect the weighing operation.

Calibration Adjustment of the balance so that it can weigh accurately.

Output To output the weight data using the RS-232C serial interface.

Zero point A weighing reference point or the zero display. Usually refers to the value
displayed when nothing is on the weighing pan.

Digit Unit of digital resolution. Used for the balance, a unit of minimum weighing value.

Tare To cancel the weight of a container which is not included in the weight data.

Mode Balance operational function.

Re-zero To set the display to zero.

GLP Good Laboratory Practice.

Repeatability Variation in measured values obtained when the same weight is placed and
removed repetitively. Usually expressed as a standard deviation.
e.g. Standard deviation=1 digit: This means that measured values fall within 1
digit in the frequency of about 68%.

Stabilization time Time required after a sample being placed, until the stabilization indicator
illuminates and the weight data is displayed.

Sensitivity drift An affect that a change in temperature causes to the weight data. Expressed as
temperature coefficient.
e.g. Temperature coefficient = 2 ppm/C : If a load is 300 g and the temperature
changes by 10C, the value displayed changes by the following value.
0.0002%/C x 10C x 300 g = 6 mg

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Index
Keys and symbols
ON/OFF key..................................................12 AX-USB-25P-EX USB converter...........................72
SAMPLE key.................................................12
MODE key.....................................................12 -B-
CAL key.........................................................12 ba5fnc Environment display.........................15, 39
PRINT key.....................................................12 Baud rate..................................................... 41, 58, 59
RE-ZERO key...............................................12 beep Beep........................................................39
Stabilization indicator ..............................12 bep- HI buzzer ................................................39
Interval output mode active indicator ..................12 bep- LO buzzer...............................................39
Interval output mode standby indicator ...............12 bep- OK buzzer...............................................39
Processing indicator................................12 bp5 Baud rate..........................................41, 58
CR...................................................................47 Breeze break ............................................................. 7
LF....................................................................47 btpr Data bit, parity bit..............................41, 58
Space..............................................................47 Built-in battery unit ...................................................69
100% reference mass.............................................19
-C-
-A- Cal e Calibration weight error .........................67
A&D standard format........................................ 41, 45 -Cal e Calibration weight error.........................67
AC adapter.................................................................7 C5 in 1, 2 Internal mass value correction......... 30, 31, 41
AC adapter ID label ...................................................7 CAL key.............................................................12, 29
ACAI .................................................................. 17, 18 Calibration....... 12, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 36, 52, 67, 76
AD-1683 ............................................................ 10, 72 Calibration report ...............................................33, 52
AD-1684 ...................................................................72 Calibration test...................................................34, 52
AD-1689 ...................................................................72 Calibration test report........................................35, 52
AD-8121B..............................................55, 59, 61, 71 CanCel .................................................................23
AD-8920A.................................................................71 Capacity indicator....................................... 12, 41, 48
AD-8922A.................................................................72 Carrying case...........................................................70
AK .............................................................................63 Cl adj Clock.......................................... 39, 47, 53
Animal mode indicator.............................................12 Clear .................................................................23
Animal weighing pan...............................................70 Coefficient of variation................................ 20, 23, 41
ap fnc Application ........................................ 20, 41 Command list...........................................................62
ap-b Auto print difference ................................40 Comparator function ...............................................51
apf Application function .......................... 20, 41 Comparator indicators.............................................12
ap-p Auto print polarity.............................. 40, 59 Cond Condition...........................................39, 42
Application......................................................... 20, 41 Counting mode........................................................17
Application function........................................... 20, 41 Cp Comparator mode..................................39
ar-d Zero after output......................................40 Cp fnc Comparator.............................................39
at-f Auto feed..................................................40 Cp Hi Upper limit ..............................................40
Auto display-OFF.............................................. 39, 43 Cp lo Lower limit ..............................................40
Auto display-ON................................................ 39, 43 Crlf Terminator........................................41, 59
Auto print difference.................................................40 CSV format ........................................................41, 46
Auto print mode A............................................. 40, 44 CV Coefficient of variation...........................23
Auto print mode B............................................. 40, 44
Auto print polarity .....................................................40 -D-
AVE Average....................................................23 Data bits ...................................................................58
Average.......................................................20, 21, 41 Data format ..............................................................41

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Data output mode....................................................40 Grounding terminal.................................................... 7
Data output pause ...................................................40
DC static eliminator........................................... 10, 72 -H-
DCE ................................................................... 58, 60 Hold Hold function ....................................39, 42
Decimal point ................................................... 39, 43
Digit..............................................................39, 43, 76 -I-
Display at start..........................................................39 ID number................................................................52
Display refresh rate........................................... 39, 43 info GLP output .............................................40
dout Data output ..............................................40 Inhibit ........................................................................36
DP format .......................................................... 41, 45 Initializing the balance.............................................37
DTE...........................................................................58 int Interval time............................................40
Interval output mode .........................................40, 45
-E- Interval output mode active indicator .....................12
-e ..............................................................................67 Interval output mode standby indicator..................12
EC, E00....................................................................68 Interval time..............................................................40
EC, E01....................................................................68
EC, E02....................................................................68 -K-
EC, E03....................................................................68 Key mode...........................................................40, 44
EC, E04....................................................................68 Key mode B.......................................................40, 44
EC, E06....................................................................68 Key mode C.......................................................40, 44
EC, E07....................................................................68 KF format ...........................................................41, 46
EC, E11....................................................................67
EC, E20....................................................................67 -L-
EC, E21....................................................................67 Large breeze break.................................................70
Electrostatic field meter ...........................................72 Leveling foot............................................................... 7
End block..................................................................55 Linearity..............................................................73, 74
Environment .....................................................76 lo..............................................................................67
erCd Error code ................................................41 Lower limit value......................................................51
error1 ...................................................................67
error2 ...................................................................67 -M-
Ethernet interface.....................................................69 Main unit cover ....................................................7, 70
External dimensions...................................73, 74, 75 MAX Maximum...............................................23
Maximum .................................................... 20, 23, 41
-F-
Maximum display ..............................................73, 74
FAST ........................................................................27 MID...........................................................................27
Function table...........................................................38 MIN Minimum................................................23
FXi-02 .......................................................................69 Minimum ..................................................... 20, 23, 41
FXi-08 .......................................................................69 Minimum 100% reference mass......................73, 74
FXi-09 .......................................................................69 Minimum unit mass...........................................73, 74
FXi-10 .......................................................................70 Minimum weighing value..................................73, 74
FXi-11 .......................................................................70 Mode ........................................................................76
FXi-12 .......................................................................70 MODE key.................................................. 12, 13, 15
FXi-15 .......................................................................70 MT format...........................................................41, 46
FXi-31 .......................................................................70
-N-
-G-
NU format...........................................................41, 46
GLP.................................................................... 52, 76 Number of data..................................................20, 41
GLP output..................................... 28, 33, 34, 40, 53

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-O- Stability band width..................................................42
Stabilization indicator...............................................12
ON:OFF key ..................................................... 12, 37
Stabilization time......................................... 73, 74, 76
Operating environment .................................... 73, 74
Stable value .............................................................76
Output........................................................... 76
Standard deviation ..................................... 20, 23, 41
-P- Standby indicator.....................................................12
5taf Statistical function mode output items.................21, 41
Pan support................................................................7
Statistical calculation mode .............3, 20, 22, 41, 48
Parity.........................................................................58
Statistical function mode output items ...................41
pcs .........................................................................17
5t-b Stability band width..........................39, 42
Percent Mode ..........................................................19
Stop bit .....................................................................58
Permit .......................................................................36
Stream mode.....................................................40, 44
pnt Decimal point.................................... 39, 43
SUM Sum.........................................................23
poff Auto display-OFF............................. 39, 43
Sum............................................................. 20, 23, 41
p-on Auto display-ON............................... 39, 43
PRINT key ........................................................ 12, 15 -T-
Printer ................................................................ 59, 71
Tare .................................................16, 17, 19, 26, 76
Processing indicator ................................................12
Terminator................................................................41
Programmable unit..................................................57
Timeout ....................................................................41
prt Data output mode ............................ 40, 59
Title block .................................................................55
pU5e Data output pause............................ 40, 59
Transmission form...................................................58
-R- Transmission rate....................................................58
Transmission system..............................................58
R Range ......................................................23
trc Zero tracking ....................................39, 43
Range..........................................................20, 21, 41
t-Up Timeout...................................................41
ready ? ...................................................................31
type Data format.......................................41, 59
Remote controller ....................................................72
Remote display........................................................71 -U-
Repeatability................................................73, 74, 76
Underhook ...............................................................56
Response indicators......................................... 12, 27
Units............................................................. 12, 13, 15
Re-zero........................................................ 76
Upper limit value......................................................51
RE-ZERO key .................................................. 10, 12
USB interface...........................................................69
rng Display at start .........................................39
RS-232C ........................................................... 58, 60
-W-
RsCom .....................................................................60
RsKey.......................................................................60 Weighing..................................................................16
RsWeight..................................................................60 Weighing capacity..........................10, 48, 67, 73, 74
Weighing pan............................................................. 7
-S- Weighing pan diameter.....................................73, 74
Weighing units.........................................................13
SAMPLE key.................................................... 12, 15
WinCT ......................................................................60
SD Standard deviation..................................23
Sensitivity drift..............................................73, 74, 76 -Z-
5if Serial interface........................................41
Zero point.................................................................76
SLOW ......................................................................27
Zero tracking............................................................43
Small breeze break .................................................70
5pd Display refresh rate ......................... 39, 43

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