User manual no.: IMMU-10-03-09-14-ENG MOISTURE ANALYZER MA 3Y SERIES BALANCES AND SCALES RADWAG 26 – 600 Radom, 28 Bracka Street, POLAND Phone: +48 (0-48) 38 48 800, fax. +48 (0-48) 385 00 10 export@radwag.com www.radwag.
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Table of contents 1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ............................................................. 7 2. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................... 8 2.1. Definitions of signals and warning signs .................................................... 8 2.1.1 Warning descriptions .................................................................................... 8 2.1.2 Warning signs .................................................................................
11.2. Means of correct weighing procedure ...................................................... 32 11.3. Leveling .............................................................................................. 33 11.4. Zeroing ............................................................................................... 34 11.5. Tarring ................................................................................................ 34 11.6. Additional parameters on weighing process ........................
18.3. Printouts in drying mode ....................................................................... 83 18.4. Report from completed drying process .................................................... 86 18.5. Means of carrying out drying process ...................................................... 87 18.6. Chart of drying process ......................................................................... 92 19. DATABASES.....................................................................................
23.13. 23.14. 23.15. Autotest .........................................................................................128 Start logo .......................................................................................129 Export system events ......................................................................129 24. UPDATE ......................................................................................... 129 25. SYSTEM INFORMATION ..............................................................
1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Type MA 60.3Y MA 200.3Y Reading unit Max. capacity Moisture reading accuracy Tare range Max. sample mass Repeatability of moisture content reading 0.
2. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1. Definitions of signals and warning signs Safety precautions are marked with special descriptions and warning signs. They inform and warn a user of possible dangers. Ignoring the safety warnings may cause injuries, damage of the moisture analyzer, its inappropriate operation and errors of measurements. 2.1.1 Warning descriptions WARNING Dangerous situations of high risk. These situations can cause serious injuries or death if the safety precautions are not taken.
2.2. Safety information CAUTION! The use of moisture analyzer MA 3Y regardless of both, safety information and user manual guidelines may cause health damage and even death WARNING: Nominal voltage for a moisture analyzer is 230 VAC. It means that safety usage precautions for low voltage devices must be abide by while operating the device. Three-core power supply cable with grounding pin comes standard with a moisture analyzer.
Corrosion Substances that release aggressive vapours (e.g. acids) during the heating process. In this case, it is recommended to work with small samples. Otherwise, vapours can condense on cold housing parts and cause corrosion. WARNING: Fire or explosion Flammable or explosive substances, substances containing solvents or releasing flammable or explosive gases or vapours. Perform a risk analysis when in doubt relating to the sample characteristics before carrying out the procedure.
At the initial stage of measurement, the device precisely determines the mass of an object placed on instrument’s weighing pan. As the mass reading is stabilized, the sample is quickly heated by a halogen lamp, an IR emitter or a metal heater causing humidity evaporation from the tested sample. While sampling, the moisture analyzer is continuously checking the loss of mass, and on calculation, it displays current moisture content in a tested sample.
case of any problems it is recommended to contact RADWAG service or a distributor. It must be always remembered to use the device in accordance with this service manual and especially to follow instructions on installation and configuration of a new device. Use of a moisture analyzer MA 3Y series conversely to safety principles and user manual guidelines may be hazardous to operator’s health and life.
Please read the user manual carefully before instrument’s plugging to mains and startup, even if the user is experienced with this type of moisture analyzers. 2.9. Staff competence Moisture analyzer MA 3Y series should only be operated and maintained by personnel who is trained and experienced in using this type of instruments. In order to use the moisture analyzer, first read the user manual. Keep these instructions for the future reference. Do not make any structural modifications.
3. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 3.1. Delivery check Please check the packaging immediately upon delivery and check instrument’s condition directly upon unpacking for any visible signs of external damage. 3.2. Packaging Please retain all parts of the original packaging should the moisture analyzer be transported in the future. Only the original packaging should be used for dispatching the moisture analyzer.
4.2. Unpacking Carefully remove the moisture analyzer from its packaging, remove the plastic and foil transport protective elements. Gently place the moisture analyzer in its intended place of use. Assembly the components of drying chamber, following guidelines from below figure: Assembling moisture analyzer components: 1. Assembly insert of the drying chamber’s basis 2. Assembly drying chamber shield, 3. Assembly drying pan handle, 4. Assembly drying pan bracket, 5. Assembly the disposable drying pan.
When assembling the pan supporter (bracket) pay special attention to the correct positioning of its mandrel. The mandrel features a cut for its unique positioning against the pan handle, thus preventing their contact and friction.
4.5. Cleaning Remember to unplug the moisture analyzer from mains before any cleaning activities. Clean the moisture analyzer using a damp cloth by gentle rubbing contaminated places. Remember to remove the drying pan from the drying chamber before its cleaning. Cleaning the drying pan assembly while installed may damage instrument’s measuring system, thus remove it from the bracket. 4.6.
RS232 - socket DB9/M (male), front view: Pin2 - RxD Pin3 - TxD Pin5 - GND IN/OUT, RS232 socket DSUB15/F (female), front view: Pin1 - GNDWE Pin2 - OUT1 Pin3 - OUT2 Pin4 - COMM Pin5 - 6÷9VDC Pin6 - IN4 Pin7 - IN3 Pin8 - TxD2 Pin9 - 5VDC Pin10 - GNDRS Pin11 - IN2 Pin12 - IN1 Pin13 - RxD2 Pin14 - OUT4 Pin15 - OUT3 4.9.
Usage: 1. Lack of additional sources of vibration Terminal located elsewhere than the weighing bench eliminates vibrations being a result of operation. This ensures stable working conditions for balances with the highest. No specific weighing benches are needed. 2. Comfort of weighing in fume cupboards and laminar flow cabinets Wireless connection between a terminal and a weighing module positively influences weighment process making it more comfortable and safer. 3.
Main window of a wireless connection solution features two extra icons when compared to a standard design: 1. battery charge status icon 2. wireless connection icon Operation and functions are identical like for standard design balances. Icons description Battery charge status icon: No.
Terminal connected to mains, battery charged, no connection of the terminal with the weighing module. Settings For ensuring long enough operation while powering the device by means of battery, the correct parameters of group OTHER must be set, . For more information refer to point 33 of this manual titled Other Parameters. 5.
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Sending measurement result to a connected printer or computer Function key (entering instrument’s menu) Working mode selection, (programmable key) User profile selection, (programmable key) Adjustment, (programmable key) - 23 -
7. SOFTWARE STRUCTURE The structure of moisture analyzer’s main menu is divided into function groups. Each group comprises parameters grouped by their reference. Description of each menu group is provided further in this user manual. List of groups - Parameters Moisture analyzer’s main menu is accessed by pressing SETUP function key or soft key located in the bottom tool bar of terminal’s display. The menu comprises parameters referring to moisture analyzer settings, functions and profiles.
8. SOFTWARE MAIN WINDOW 8.9. Weighing window The software’s main window is divided into 4 main sections: • The upper part of the touch screen display contains data on active working mode, logged operator, date, time, active connection to a computer and current level status.
• Below the workspace there is a set of soft keys: Caution: The user can declare the presence of function (quick access) keys. Declaring process is described in point 16.3 of this user manual; 8.10. Drying window The application window is divided into 4 main sections: • The upper part of the touch screen display contains data on active working mode, logged operator, date, time, active connection to a computer and current level status.
• Under which there is a grey coloured workspace containing additional data on carried out activities Caution: Data contained in the workspace is optionally configurable. Configuring process is described in point 16.4 of this user manual; • The field may contain data on drying parameters’ settings, and current status of a moisture analyzer • Below the workspace there is a set of soft keys: Caution: The user can declare the presence of function (quick access) keys.
To return to the standard means of displaying a drying result, again tap the white coloured field with visible drying result. The display returns to its default size. 9. LOGGING Full access to moisture analyzer’s parameters and editing databases requires logging to instrument’s software as an operator with access level. The logging procedure should be carried out on each switching on the instrument.
Access level Software of moisture analyzer MA 3Y series provides four access levels: administrator, advanced operator, operator and none (anonymous logging). On switching on, the display is constantly active, enabling carrying out measuring processes. These measurements, however, cannot be saved in moisture analyzer’s database unless a user with at least minimal access level is logged in.
10. OPERATING USER MENU MA 3Y series features a touch screen display which makes moving through software menu very simple and intuitive. Pressing a function key, a soft key or area on the display initiates an assigned function or process. 10.9.
10.10. Return to weighing mode Changes introduced in moisture analyzer’s memory are automatically (and permanently) saved on returning to displaying the main window. Procedure: - Press key for a few times, until the software returns to displaying the main window. - press soft key in the upper bar on the display. The software immediately returns to displaying the main window 11. WEIGHING Load a weighed object on the weighing pan.
pennyweight [dwt] Taele Hongkong [tlh] Taele Singapur [tls] Taele Tajwan [tlt] Taele Chiny [tlc] Momme [mom] Grain [gr] Newton [N] Tical [ti] 11.2. Means of correct weighing procedure In order to ensure long lasting use of a moisture analyzer, correct and reliable measurement of loads, follow below procedures: Start the moisture analyzer with no load on the weighing pan (permissible value of load on the weighing pan on instrument start is ±10% of its maximal capacity).
11.3. Leveling A moisture analyzer MA 3Y series features an electronic level control system – AutoLEVEL System: The AutoLEVEL System in MA 3Y series continuously monitors level status during moisture analyzer operation. The level status is signaled in the upper right corner of terminal’s display. The system continuously controls level, and on detecting level change it indicates appropriate information on the display and/or signals an alarm. Then the software opens a window for adjusting the level.
11.4. Zeroing In order to zero mass indication press key. The mass indication on the display should equal zero, and precise zero and stability markers should appear. Zeroing process is tantamount to determining new zero point recognized by the moisture analyzer as precise zero. Zeroing is possible only in stable status of display indication. Caution: Zeroing the display indication is possible only within the ±2% range of instrument’s maximal capacity.
PROCEDURE 1 - on taking the tarred load off moisture analyzer’s weighing pan • Press ZERO key • The NET marker is deleted, and new zero point of the moisture analyzer is determined PROCEDURE 2 - when the tarred load in on moisture analyzer’s weighing pan • Press ZERO key • The NET marker is deleted, and new zero point of the moisture analyzer is determined If tare value exceeds 2% of available maximal capacity, the display indicates error message –Err- (forbidden operation) PROCEDURE 3 - when the tarred loa
− • SINGLE, mass value stored in instrument’s memory on single pressing of TARE key, the following pressing of TARE key determines new value of tare.
Never First stable Last stable – printout deactivated – the first stable measurement result obtained after placing a load on moisture analyzer’s weighing pan is recorded, record of the following measurement result takes place only on unloading the weighing pan, returning of the mass indication below set threshold’s value, and placing another load on balance’s weighing pan – accepted is the last stable measurement recorded before taking the load off the weighing pan.
An authorized RADWAG representative determines the minimum sample dependent on packaging mass. The process is carried out with mass standards, in balance place of use and in accordance with the requirements of the accepted quality system. The obtained values are entered to balance software: . A minimum sample determining method may have a few tare values defined, along with assigned values of minimum samples, expiry dates of the carried out measurements and entered data.
threshold, then the mode has to be enabled in the additional setting of the weighing mode. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Procedure: Press grey coloured workspace The display indicates menu: Settings, Keys, Information, Printouts and Profiles Select menu - additional options on weighing process Press < Minimum sample> field Below window is opened 6. Press field 7. Which opens a window containing a list of minimum sample methods stored in balance database. 8.
sample - Mass below the set value of minimum - Mass above the set value of minimum sample for a given tare range Meaning of the pictograms of minimum sample mode: Mass below the set value of minimum sample. Mass above or equal to the value of minimum sample. Mass below the set value of minimum sample. A pictogram with a clock informs on approaching expiring of the validity period of the minimum sample (it is displayed two weeks before the determined expiry date).
Caution: If more than one reference tare value is programmed (with corresponding minimum sample mass) then the indicated value automatically moves to a range corresponding to the weight of the tarred container. At the same time the required minimum mass is changed. 11.8. Cooperation with titrators In order to ensure correct cooperation with TITRATORS it is necessary to set option to value. The setting must be done for standard printout content.
12. ADJUSTMENT Moisture analyzers MA 3Y series feature adjustment (calibration) option, which ensures their correct measurement accuracy. Menu contains functions controlling operation of moisture analyzer’s adjustment process, including options: 12.1. External adjustment External adjustment is carried out using an external adjustment weight, with appropriate accuracy and mass relating to moisture analyzer’s type and maximum capacity.
• On completing the adjustment procedure the moisture analyzer indicates a message box: • On confirming the message box with returns to the main mode key, the moisture analyzer 12.2. User adjustment User adjustment is carried out with an optional standard, which mass ranges between 0,15 Max ÷ Max capacity. Adjustment procedure is compatible with the external adjustment process, but before its start the software opens a message box for entering mass of a standard used for user adjustment procedure.
chamber of a moisture analyzer. Before starting temperature adjustment process, place the temperature calibration kit inside the drying chamber, following below diagrams: Step 1. Remove from the drying chamber the following: • disposable drying pan • drying pan handle • drying pan bracket • drying chamber shield Step 2. Assemble in the drying pan the components of temperature adjustment kit: • drying chamber shield • thermometer holder and the thermometer Step 3.
Before starting the temperature adjustment process, close drying chamber lid and follow below process descriptions: Enter submenu group . Start application by pressing field with its name. The moisture analyzer displays a message box on procedure start, and data on the process (step number, current temperature value, heating time, burn-in (heating) time). After 8 minutes, the system opens a window with an onscreen numeric keyboard.
After 8 minutes, the system opens a window with an onscreen numeric keyboard. Using the on-screen keyboard insert the current temperature value of the moisture analyzer, that is indicated on the external control thermometer. Press key to proceed to the following adjustment step. The moisture analyzer proceeds to the last step of adjustment process. It heats the drying chamber to a higher temperature and for another 8 minutes it maintains this temperature and displays its value.
12.4. Drying chamber test Parameter enables monitoring the temperature as indicated by the moisture analyzer’s internal thermometer. The testing procedure is carried out using a dedicated kit, available as optional equipment of the moisture analyzer. Means of assembling the testing kit is described in the previous point (temperature adjustment).
After test completion (i.e. after testing time) the software displays window with an on-screen keyboard for entering the temperature value as specified on the external thermometer of the temperature adjustment kit. Enter and accept the temperature value. The software displays a window on test summary. In the test summary window, the user can order printing a report from drying chamber test.
An example of a report from drying chamber test: --------- Drying chamber test --------Start time 2012.10.30 13:57:05 Balance model MA 3Y.NH Balance ID 1352 Adjustment kit no. Target temperature End temperature Measured temperature Permissible error Status 120 °C 119 °C 121 °C +/- 3 °C OK --------------------------------------The report is not stored in moisture analyzer memory. Exiting the report immediately deletes it from the moisture analyzer volatile memory.
12.5. Adjustment report printout Parameter < Report printout > refers to mass adjustment process only and it determines whether or not a report from adjustment should be automatically printed on its completion. Setting automatic report printout on adjustment completion. Go to parameter: < Report printout > and select option . 12.6. GLP project GLP is one of means for maintaining documentation from work in accordance with adopted quality system.
If internal procedures of an organization require maintaining complete documentation from all carried out adjustment processes, then the list with records on adjustment should be periodically printed and filed. Searching for adjustment record Moisture analyzer enables searching for a specific record from completed adjustment processes. Press search icon and insert date of adjustment process. The software automatically searches for a record and previews it on the display.
13. USERS Menu “Users” contains list of operators, who are authorized to operate the moisture analyzer. The following data can be defined for each moisture analyzer operator: Name Code Password Access level Language Profile Card no. Adding a new user can only be carried out by a user with Administrator authorization level.
14. ACCESS LEVEL Access level in a moisture analyzer determines scope of activities that a user can carry out. This menu can only be modified by an Administrator. Anonymous user An Administrator can grant access level to a moisture analyzer’s user who is not logged in (i.e. Anonymous user). Procedure: Enter group of parameters < Access level>, select option < Anonymous user>, and set appropriate access level for the anonymous user.
Databases The Administrator is also authorized to set access level required to modifying each of the databases. Procedure: Enter group of parameters < Access level>, select option < Databases>, and set desired access level: Guest, User, Advanced User, Administrator for each of the databases. Caution: Setting access level causes that access to editing each of the databases is free.
15. PROFILES A Profile is a data pack determining: o o o o o functioning of working modes, e.g.
Caution: Adding a profile is only enabled after logging in as an Administrator . Deleting a profile Procedure: • Enter moisture analyzer’s main menu by pressing Setup key, • Enter submenu < Profiles>, • Press and hold an entry with profile name that should be deleted, • A menu is opened with a list. Select option from the list, • A message box is displayed which requires confirming profile’s deleting: , • Accept the message box by pressing key, the profile is deleted.
15.3. Settings Name On entering this option, the display opens a message box with keyboard. Insert name of a profile and accept it by pressing key. The name is assigned to the profile. Default working mode On entering this option the user can select a specific working mode, which is set as default in a profile. In case option is selected, then on selecting the profile, the moisture analyzer activates the last used working mode. 15.4.
FILTER Each measurement signal before being displayed is electronically processed for the purpose of obtaining corrected parameters specific for stable measurement result, i.e. ready to read. In a specific extend a user can influence the range of signal processing by selecting an appropriate FILTER value. Available options: o very fast o fast o average / normal o slow o very slow While setting the filtering level the user should consider the actual operating conditions of a moisture analyzer.
Last digit The function determines visibility of the last decimal place indicated on measurement result. The functions provides three settings: Always: all digits are constantly visible Never: last digit is blanked When stable: last digit is displayed only on stable measurement − − − Environment This parameter refers to environmental factors influencing balance operation. It has two options: stable and unstable.
16. WORKING MODES – general information A moisture analyzer MA 3Y series in its standard version features the following working modes: Weighing Means of operation: weight of a load is determined through an indirect measurement. A moisture analyzer measures gravitational acceleration force which attracts the load. Obtained data is processed into a digital format and displayed in a form of measurement result.
o Select name of a desired working mode, and press it 16.2. Parameters related to a working mode Each working mode has programmable parameters determining its functioning. Procedure of determining these parameters: 1. Press grey coloured workspace area 2.
16.3.1. Proximity sensors The balance comprises two proximity sensors enabling wave control of the balance therefore the user does not have to either press any key on the overlay or touch the screen. The program recognizes 4 types of motions performed near the sensor: 1. Placing hand near the left sensor 2. Placing hand near the right sensor 3. Motion to the left 4.
selected, then the variable is disabled, i.e. it is not printed. PROCEDURE: 1. Press field with name of a template to be edited (Header – Weighing – Footer) and select variables to be printed 2. If a printout is a non-standard one, create it.
− − − − − − − − − − − − User Level status Client Warehouse Product Packaging Universal variable 1 … 5 Dashes Empty line GLP report Signature Non-standard printout BASIC PRINCIPLES FOR USING PRINTOUTS 1. Press PRINT key on moisture analyzer’s overlay to print variables that are contained in section WEIGHING of the standard printout, and if they are attributed = YES (see above list of variables in printouts). 2.
the software on printout). Each non-standard printout is a separate project, featuring specific name, by which it is identified, and saved in the database of printouts. PROCEDURE: 1. Press option 2. Press key 3. A window is opened with the following data: Name/Code/Project 4. Set name and code of a printout 5. Press key 6. A keyboard is opened on the display for editing the printout 7.
17.1.1. Means of moisture content measurement on a moisture analyzer Measurement of moisture content in a tested sample is carried out by determining loss of mass in a sample by its heating (humidity evaporation from a sample). RADWAG moisture analyzer MA 3Y series comprises two components: a precision balance and a drying chamber.
uniformity and other. The sampling process should be carried out as quickly as possible, so that a sample does not loose or absorb humidity from surrounding area. Applied sampling standards should match individual user needs and requirements of tested material, its consistence and sample size. Number of samples Increasing number of tested samples also increases statistic measurement certainty.
The surface of such substances often may caramelize during testing procedure. Therefore, it is recommended to use thin layer of a sample, and moderate drying temperature. 17.1.3. Sample distribution on drying pan: Loose materials Dried in their natural state, i.e. in their natural form or disintegrated. Sample disintegration causes smaller dispersion between the following measurements. Sample mass should not be too high, and the sample should be evenly spread on whole surface of the drying pan.
Obtaining short measurement time is feasible in case of small sample mass, but sample mass cannot be too small, as it may negatively influence required measurement accuracy. 17.2.2. Influence of sample mass on measurement result repeatability Sample mass has considerable influence on repeatability of measurement results obtained on a moisture analyzer. Relation between sample mass and repeatability is presented in below table.
• Compare result obtained on a moisture analyzer with the one of traditional method When drying a sample with high moisture content, it is possible to shorten measurement time by selecting “quick” drying mode. In such case, the majority of moisture content is released drying temperature higher than set. Only after some time, the temperature is lowered to the set value, and maintained until completing drying process. 17.2.4.
place at full power of the filaments, causing heating the drying chamber to increased temperature (maximum temperature value is higher by 30 % from set drying temperature). Overheating compensates heat loss during evaporation of large moisture content in the test’s initial stage. STEP mode Enables determining up to three steps with random drying temperature. Step mode is recommended for drying substances with moisture content over 15%. Temperature and heating time in each step have to be adjusted by tests.
Automatic finish mode – user defined criterion (change of moisture content) An operator determines limit loss of moisture content over time of 60s. As the moisture analyzer reaches the set criterion it automatically finishes the measurement (drying process). Manual finish mode An operator ends drying process manually by pressing STOP soft key on moisture analyzer’s display. Time defined finish mode Drying process finish takes place on elapsing a set amount of time, independently on measurement result. 18.
1. Setup – access to moisture analyzer’s menu 2. Database of drying programs – selection of drying programs 3. Database of products – selection of products from corresponding database 4. Drying chart – previewing chart from drying process (active during drying process only) 5. Start drying process 18.2. Setting drying parameters Drying parameters are set as follows: 18.2.1.
2 This field enables setting finish mode criterion, and its parameters (depending on selected option). 3 Field enables setting type of data previewed on the display during drying process, and printed on a connected printer. It also enables setting printing time interval of moisture content value in dried product. CAUTION: Option disabled if active drying profile is selected from database of drying modes/programs.
After selecting desired mode, accept the choice. The software returns to displaying the previous window, and displayed data refer to selected drying mode. Set drying parameters to user needs by pressing a field with parameter name, which opens for editing. An instance of window for editing drying temperature value. Insert desired drying temperature value for particular thresholds using the on-screen numeric keyboard, and accept entered value. An instance of window for editing drying time.
ATTENTION: For the fast and step mode the drying time in overdrive temperature (step mode) or particular thresholds (fast mode) should be set. The time is counted from the moment of reaching the temperature for the particular threshold. (Use only when applicable). FINISH MODE Select and set finish mode parameters by pressing dedicated soft key on moisture analyzer’s display. After pressing, a new window is opened for determining finish mode.
The software returns to displaying the previous window, and displayed data refers to selected finish mode. Set parameters to user needs by pressing a field with parameter name, which opens for editing. An instance of window for editing mass change ratio. Insert desired mass value using the on-screen numeric keyboard, and accept entered value. An instance of window for editing time. Insert desired time value using the on-screen numeric keyboard, and accept entered value.
PRINTOUT Select and set parameters of printout and printing interval by pressing dedicated soft key on moisture analyzer’s display. After pressing, a new window is opened for determining printed parameter and printing interval. Press field with parameter name to change its value. A new window is opened for selecting measuring unit. Use navigating kays to select desired unit for measuring drying process. On selecting a desired unit, accept it. An instance of window for editing printount time interval.
18.2.2. Use of menu After entering the moisture analyzer settings, the user can define all drying parameters, and main data for printing completed measurements (data type, time interval between printing the following measuring data). The data is definable in one menu window. Procedure: 1. Press grey coloured workspace 2. Moisture analyzer’s display indicates menu: Settings, Keys, Information, Printouts, Profile, 3. Press key, 4.
Mandatory - option enabled, the display shows a bar graph demonstrating graphic visualization of sample mass in relation to mass value saved in the database of products. It is a sample mass and its tolerance limits set in the software. Before applying this option, add a product in the database, including data on sample mass and its checkweighing limits. On enabling this option, the moisture analyzer’s software displays commands on placing a sample with determined mass on the drying pan.
Assign option to one of the quick access keys displayed in the bottom bar • Return to drying mode • • • • • • Press < Checkweighing thresholds> soft key and insert the value of Low Threshold and High Threshold. Return to drying mode. After displaying command, the display, below the measurement result, indicates a bar graph, which using colours shows current mass on the drying pan.
Caution: The checkweighing thresholds and target mass options may function simultaneously during drying process. In such case, the tolerance field is realized by Min and Max thresholds, and the bar graph indicates target mass marker. On entering the database and selecting a product, which has the target mass value and Min & Max thresholds assigned, the software, while controlling the start mass, will first consider the Min and Max thresholds.
The software automatically adds a new entry to the database and immediately enters its editing mode. Fill in all mandatory parameters on a new drying product. List of data definable in a drying program: 1. Name: on pressing the name field, a new window is opened for entering name of a drying program 2. Code: enables inserting a code denoting the drying program 3. Drying mode: on pressing the field name, a new window is opened with programmable drying mode.
Standard printout comprises three internal sections featuring different variables. For each variable set option YES to include it in a standard printout. If option NO is selected, then the variable is disabled, i.e. it is not printed. PROCEDURE: 1. Press field with name of a template to be edited (Header – Weighing – Footer) and select variables to be printed 2. If a printout is a non-standard one, create it Drying mode is related to a report from drying process.
− − − − − − − Unit Printout interval Universal variable 1 … 5 Initial mass Empty line GLP report Non-standard printout o WEIGHING − Dashes − Date and time − Drying time − Product − Current result − Drying time and result − Net − Tare − Gross − Supplementary unit − Mass − Set temperature − Current temperature − Empty line − Non-standard printout o FOOTER − Dashes − Working mode − Status − End date − End time − Drying time − Balance type − Balance ID − User − Product − Universal variable 1 … 5 − End mass −
18.4. Report from completed drying process On completing each drying process a report is generated. The report is saved in the database < Drying reports>. The files are named by their date and time (hour) of carried out process. An instance of a report from drying process: ---------------------------------------Start date 2012.06.25 Start time 14:41:55 User Admin Product Tea Drying mode Drying profile Standard Finish mode Automatic 3 Start mass ? 0.386 g 0:00:30 1.295 %M 0:01:00 0.777 %M . . . 0:06:00 1.
18.5. Means of carrying out drying process Bottom section of moisture analyzer’s main display features three pictograms, which indicate current drying mode settings. If these parameters are incorrect, they should be changed in a way , that are correct for a dried sample that is tested. Means of setting drying parameters is described in the previous point of this user manual.
If drying parameters are correct, a user can proceed to testing process. Press key to start drying process. The software of a moisture analyzer displays commands aiding its operation and functioning. A user should follow displayed commands. This means ensures correct sample preparation for drying, and correct moisture content analysis of a sample. The software displays a command to prepare a drying pan. Place the drying pan on dedicated holder and assembly it on the pan bracket in the drying chamber.
The display indicates initial mass of tested sample. In order to ensure stable measurement conditions, it is recommended to close the drying chamber’s lid before tarring the indication. Press key to tare drying pan mass, and save its mass in moisture analyzer’s memory. Mass indication returns to ZERO and the following command is displayed.
On stabilization of measurement result (indicated by stability pictogram on terminal’s display) close the weighing chamber’s lid. The software automatically starts drying procedure. The moisture analyzer starts drying process according to pre-set parameters and the display indicates data on carried out process.
During drying process, the display shows instantaneous measurement results and data on the testing process (testing time, temperature in the drying chamber, etc.) During drying process the software continuously sends instantaneous measurement results to a communication port (compatible with settings of printout options). User can change previewed measuring unit during drying process by pressing a field with displayed unit, which opens a window with available units.
In order to finish the process press button. The moisture analyzer returns to displaying the main window. After removing the dried sample from the drying chamber, the user can start another drying process. Remember that immediate starting an another drying process of a sample may result in distortion of moisture reading caused by evaporation of sample moisture if placed in a hot drying chamber before starting the drying process.
In order to return to the main window of drying mode, press < Chart > soft key for the another time. Previewing a chart in the database of drying reports.
The bottom bar contains the following soft keys (options): Return to displaying the complete chart Reducing the screen to the previous view Return to displaying the previous window Printing the chart on a connected printer PCL type Saving the chart as a file in format *.bmp on an external data storage device connected to terminal’s USB port. 19.
WAREHOUSES PRINTOUTS UNIVERSAL VARIABLES DATABASES MANAGEMENT 19.1. Processes carried out on databases Only authorized operator is entitled to carry out operations on databases.
• • • EKSPORT – allows to export data from a database to a memory stick. Plug the memory stick to an USB port to let the program detect it and start a copying process. Window with an appropriate message and file name is displayed after the data has been copied. Confirmation is required. INFORMATION – displays information about database content (see the picture below). Upon confirmation the operator gets back to the previous window. CANCEL – returns to the previous window.
Database of products contains names of all products that are weighed or dried. Procedure • Enter submenu < Databases>, and press < Products> field • • Press < Add > key to add a new product to the database If a product already exists in the database of products, press field with its name List of parameters defined for a product: 1. Name 2. Description 3. Product code 4. EAN code 5. Mass [unit mass of a product] 6.
• Enter database of < (record). Weighing records> and press desired entry List of parameters on a weighing record saved in the database: 1. Measurement date 2. Measurement result 3. Tare value 4. Determination of measurement status (stable / unstable) 5. Product name 6. User 7. Client, Client name 8. Working mode name 9. Warehouse, name of source warehouse 10. Packaging, name of tare applied during product’s weighing process 11.
8. Printout 19.5. [type of printout, label declared to a client] Drying program Database of drying programs contains saved data on drying parameters which are activated to dry a product. Procedure • Enter submenu < Databases>, and press < Drying programs> field Press < Add > key to add a new program /profile to the data of drying programs • If a program already exists in the database of drying programs, press field with its name to enter its editing mode.
Caution: It is possible to use an option for searching a report. List of parameters in a report from drying process: 1. Start date 2. End date 3. Drying time [ average moisture content value obtained in the test time] 4. Status [ data on drying process] 5. Start mass [ initial mass on drying process start] 6. End mass [ mass on completion of drying process] 7. Result [ final drying result] 8. Measurements [ the following measurements saved during the course of drying process] 9.
The bottom bar contains the following soft keys (options): Return to displaying the complete chart Reducing the screen to the previous view Return to displaying the previous window Printing the chart on a connected printer PCL type Saving the chart as a file in format *.bmp on an external data storage device connected to terminal’s USB port. 19.7. Statistics from drying process reports The menu option enables previewing history of completed drying processes of a specific product.
An instance of a chart is presented below. The bottom bar contains the following soft keys (options: Return to displaying the complete chart Reducing the screen to the previous view Return to displaying the previous window Printing the chart on a connected printer PCL type Saving the chart as a file in format *.bmp on an external data storage device connected to terminal’s USB port.
19.8. Minimal sample weight Minimal sample weight database contains data for declared method and for a given balance minimal sample weights. Caution: Only RADWAG employees are authorized either to enter new values of minimal sample weights or to modify the already introduced ones.
3 50.0000 g 2.5000 g 4 200.0000 g 4.0000 g ranging from 0.0001 g to 10.0000 g ( button in use) Minimal sample weight for all net masses being weighed in packaging of mass ranging from 10.0001 g to 50.0000 g ( button in use) Minimal sample weight for all net masses being weighed in packaging of mass ranging from 50.0001 g to 200.0000 g ( button in use) Example no. 2 for AS 220.3Y: No. Tare value 1 220.0000 g Minimal sample weight 0.
Press field of a desired report record, unless it is visible on the top of the list, wind the list forward using navigating keys • Report’s name consists of date and time • Caution: It is possible to use an option for searching a report 19.10. Packages Database of packages contains list of packages for which a name, code and mass value are specified. During weighing process, if a name of packaging is selected from the database, the tare value is automatically applied.
19.12. Printouts Database of Printouts contains all saved NON-STANDARD printouts. Each nonstandard printout features a name, code and a so called template. Procedure • Enter submenu < Databases>, and press < Printouts> field • Press < • If a non-standard printout template already exists in the database, press field with its name, and insert identifying data. Add > key should a new printout be added Caution: It is possible to use an option for searching a record (printout) by name or code.
1 – enlarging the editing field (7), recommended while using an external computer keyboard connected to balance’s USB port 2 – cancelling key 3 – accepting key 4 – download a printout template from a file 5 – list of variables for use while designing a printout 6 – delete all printout content 7 – printout editing field • Save designed printout Caution: To erase characters in a printout press Back key. To move cursor press navigating arrows. Example of Printout no.
Example of Printout no. 2 – printout template from a file A file with printout template has to have an extension: *.txt or *.lb and contain all constant and variable data. After importing, the content of a printout template can be modified. Procedure: − Design a *.txt or *.
19.14.1. Export database of weighing records to file All carried out measurements are saved and stored in a database. The moisture analyzer enables exporting such data to a file using a data storage device connected to terminal’s USB port. Procedure: • Connect a data storage device to moisture analyzer’s USB port, • Press < Export weighing database >, wait to see a window with export options, set demanded parameters. Specify data to be exported, to do it go to option.
• • • Press < Export weighing database to a file > button, the software automatically starts exporting the database to a file, On completing the exporting process, the moisture analyzer displays a message: “Exporting completed successfully”, information on number of exported data and a name of file (with extension *.txt), next the program gets back to the previous window.
Upon confirmation the software deletes data and displays window with number of deleted records: Upon confirmation the software returns to the previous window. The user may either proceed to other operations or get back to weighing. 19.14.3. Delete weighments and reports Delete weighments and reports option serves to clear database content, it is used for removing weighings and reports. Upon activation of this function the software displays a window with numeric keyboard. Writing deadline date is required.
Upon confirmation of the entered deadline date all weighing and reports dating on a given period of time will be deleted. Number of deleted records will be displayed.
20. COMMUNICATION Menu Communication is located in a menu group Parameters. It is accessed by pressing < Setup > quick access key and entering submenu < Communication>. The moisture analyzer enables communicating with peripheral devices through the following ports: COM 1 (RS232), COM 2 (RS232), Ethernet, Wifi, Tcp. • • • • • The ports are configured in group of parameters < 20.1. Communication>.
Return to weighing mode and restart the device. 20.3. WiFi settings For balance equipped with WiFi module the top toolbar of the main display has a respective WiFi icon: Procedure: − Select < • • • • Wifi> communication interface, next set the parameters: DHCP IP Addresse Subnet mask Default gateway - Yes – No 10.10.9.155 255.255.255.0 10.10.8.244 Caution: Above settings serve for informative purposes only. Transmission parameters must be set with respect to local network.
Icon with a padlock, placed by a given network name requires password for the network. Press icon to search for available networks. To check selected network parameters press field, you will see a window with the respective information: The selected network and parameters for connection are stored in the balance program. The program connects to the network using the stored parameters each time the balance is activated.
Procedure of setting a port for “TCP” protocol: − Enter group of parameters < Communication>, − Select: „ Tcp / Port” which opens a window with on-screen keyboard, − Insert required port number and accept by pressing key - 116 -
21. PERIPHERAL DEVICES Menu PERIPHERAL DEVICES is located in menu group Parameters. It is accessed by pressing Setup key or < Setup > quick access key and entering submenu < Peripheral devices>. Inside the menu, there is a list of connectable peripheral devices, which can cooperate with a moisture analyzer. 21.1. Computer Active connection between a moisture analyzer and a computer is signaled by visible pictogram displayed in the upper bar of the main window.
21.2. Printer Moisture analyzer’s submenu < Printer > enables: − Setting communication port with a printer, − Defining printer’s code page, (default 1250) − Defining controlling codes for PCL printer − Defining printout standards (templates) In order to ensure right cooperation of a balance with a printer (correct printout of letters with diacritical signs specified for a given language), suitable speed of transmission must be chosen for the balance, i.e.
• control codes – 1B7412 Default values for each of printout standards: Product printout template {50} {51} User printout template {75} {76} Client printout template {85} {86} Warehouse printout template {130} {131} Packaging printout template {80} {81} {82} Ambient conditions printout template ----------- AMBIENT CONDITIONS -------------Date and time {275} Temperature of sensor 1: {value} oC Temperature of sensor 2: {value} oC Temperature THBS: {value} oC Humidity THBS: {value} % ---------------
communicating the moisture analyzer with a barcode scanner is provided in APPENDIX F of this user manual.. The moisture analyzer enables communicating with a barcode scanner using the following: • RS 232 (COM1), • RS 232 (COM2), Offset Setting the first data carrying character of a barcode, which is the first recognized character while searching for a product. Code length Setting number of characters recognized during searching for a product. 21.4.
• Enter the database of operators and edit desired operator’s record, go to < Card number> option, • On entering editing mode in < Card number> option, an editing window is opened with an on-screen keyboard, Approximate the card to the transponder card scanner. The moisture analyzer automatically displays number of detected card in the field, • Accept recognized number by pressing key and returning to the main window of weighing mode. • 21.5.
22. INPUTS / OUTPUTS Application of inputs: The set of inputs is used to control moisture analyzer’s operation.
Application of outputs: The set of outputs is used to SIGNAL the status of measurement result. Change of logic status of the output system, e.g. from [0] to [1] takes place on meeting a requirement assigned to the output.
23. OTHER PARAMETERS This menu contains global parameters on moisture analyzer operation, such as: language, date-time, beep sound, display calibration, level control. Enter submenu , by pressing 23.1. key and < Other> key. Interface language Procedure Enter submenu < Others>, press < Language> option and select language version of moisture analyzer’s communication interface.
23.3. “Beep” sound Procedure: Enter submenu < Others>, press < Beep> and set one of available options. No - Beep sound switched off (disabled) for keys and proximity sensors Keys - Beep sound active as reaction to pressing keys Sensors - Beep sound active as reaction to operation of proximity sensors All - Beep sound reacting to both keys and proximity sensors 23.4.
On entering the option enter a desired value [0% - 100%]. Upon entering a particular value the brightness changes respectively and the program returns to the previous menu level. 23.7. Touch screen display calibration Touch screen display calibration is required if during operation a user spots incorrect reaction of the touch panel.
Caution: Means of leveling the moisture analyzer is described in point 11.3 of this user manual. 23.9. Drying temperature reducing This parameter automatically determines reducing the drying temperature after a time interval specified for a moisture analyzer with Max drying temperature of 250 °C. Means of operation: While drying temperature holds within a limit between 161 °C and 250 °C then the drying temperature can be maintained proportionally to set temperature value, i.e.
analyzer MA 3Y series it is not necessary to determine the drying parameters for the products to be dried, but simply use the selected and proved drying modes. Procedure: Enter submenu < Others> Select parameter which opens a window with drop down menu, Select one of available options: o YES – parameter enabled o NO – parameter disabled Selecting the parameter value causes immediate returning to the menu window. • • • 23.11.
23.14. Start logo Caution: This parameter is available only for authorized operator of a moisture analyzer. The parameter enables changing the image displayed on the terminal on moisture analyzer start up. 23.15. Export system events Caution: This parameter is available only for authorized operator of a moisture analyzer. The parameter is used to generating a special type of a file that is saved automatically on parameter enabling on an external data storage device plugged to moisture analyzer’s USB port.
The process of updating the weighing module takes places analogously to above procedure, but the required extension of the update file is: *.me01. Caution: Weighing module updating procedure is accessible to authorized service points only. If the update file is incorrect, the moisture analyzer displays a message on process error – moisture analyzer parameters remain unchanged. 25. SYSTEM INFORMATION This menu contains data on moisture analyzer’s specification and installed applications.
26. MOVIES Option activating instructional movie explaining how to operate balance functions. To view the movie go to parameter group, select the demanded file and press to watch the movie stored in the balance memory. The program plays *.wmv files. parameter group allows the user to add/delete movies from the balance memory. To add a movie the user has to: 1. Save the movie on a memory stick, 2. Plug the memory stick to USB port of balance head, 3. Enter parameter group, 4. 5.
To play the movie the user has to: 1. Save the movie to the balance memory (see instruction above) 2. Enter parameter group 3. Press the name of a movie to be watched The movie starts automatically. Functions available for playback are as follows: Play/ Pause playing Stop playing Increase/decrease the volume (volum power adjusted, for settings go to OTHER parameters group).
27. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL General information A. A character based communication protocol moisture analyzer-terminal is designed for establishing communication between a RADWAG instruments and a peripheral devices via RS 232 interface. B. It consists of commands sent from a peripheral device to a moisture analyzer and responses from the moisture analyzer. C. Responses are sent from the moisture analyzer on each receipt of a command as a reaction for a specific command. D.
K1 Lock balance keyboard K0 Unlock balance keyboard BP Start BEEP signal OMI List available working modes OMS Set working mode OMG Give current working mode PC Send all implemented commands Caution: 1.
27.2.
Tare the moisture analyzer Format: T CR LF Accessible responses: T_A CR LF T_D CR LF - command understood and in progress - command carried out T_A CR LF T_v CR LF - command understood and in progress - command understood but tarring range exceeded T_A CR LF T_E CR LF - command understood and in progress - time limit exceeded while waiting for stable measurement result - command understood but not accessible at this moment T_I CR LF Give tare value Format: OT CR LF Accessible responses: OT_TARE CR LF
Send stable measurement result in basic measuring unit Format: S CR LF Accessible responses: S_A CR LF S_E CR LF S_I CR LF S_A CR LF MASS FRAME - command understood and in progress - time limit exceeded while waiting for stable measurement result - command understood but not accessible at this moment - command understood and in progress - response is mass value in basic measuring unit Mass frame format which is moisture analyzer’s response: 1 2-3 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability S space space char
Send stable measurement result in current weighing unit Format: SU CR LF Accessible responses: SU_A CR LF SU_E CR LF SU_I CR LF - command understood and in progress - time limit exceeded while waiting for stable measurement result - command understood but not accessible at this moment SU_A CR LF MASS FRAME - command understood and in progress - response is mass value in current measuring unit Mass frame format which is moisture analyzer’s response: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability S U space
Accessible responses: C1_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at this moment C1_A CR LF MASS FRAME - command understood and in progress - response is mass value in basic measuring unit Mass frame format which is moisture analyzer’s response: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7-15 16 17 18 19 20 21 stability S I space space character mass space unit CR LF marker Switch off continuous transmission in basic measuring unit Format: C0 CR LF Accessible responses: C0_I CR LF - command understood but not accessible at th
ES CR LF - command not recognized (incorrect mass format) Set high checkweighing threshold HI Format: UH_XXXXX CR LF, where: _ - space, XXXXX – mass format Accessible responses: UH_OK CR LF - command carried out ES CR LF - command not recognized (incorrect mass format) Give value of low checkweighing threshold HI Format: ODH CR LF Accessible response: DH_MASS CR LF – command carried out Response format: 1 2 3 4-12 13 D H space mass space Mass Unit 14 15 16 unit 17 18 19 space CR LF
User log out Format: LOGOUT CR LF Accessible responses: LOGOUT OK CR LF - command understood, user is logged out ES CR LF - command not recognized (error in format) The result release Format: SS CR LF Accessible responses: SS_OK CR LF - command understood, realization in progress The command simulates pressing PRINT button on an overlay, according to settings selected for result release.
Format: BP_TIME Accessible responses: BP_OK – command completed, BEEP signal activated BP_E” – incorrect format or lack of the parameter BP_I – command understood but not accessible at this moment TIME – parameter, decimal value, determined time limit for the signal, given in [ms]. Recommended range <50 ÷ 5000>. If value greater than the valid one is given, the BEEP sound is activated for the maximal available time limit.
Response: OMI – available working modes are given 2_” Parts counting” number + name 4_” Dosing” 12_”Checkweighing” OK – command completed Example2 Command: OMI Response: OMI 2 4 12 OK – give available working modes – available working modes are given (mode number) – command completed OMS - Set working mode Command sets current working mode of a balance.
n – parameter, decimal value specifying working mode number. See OMI command description for detailed information. Example Command: OMG Response: OMG_13_OK – give current working mode – the device currently operates in Statistics mode Send all implemented commands Format: PC CR LF Accessible responses: PC_A_”Z,T,S,SI,SU,SUI,C1,C0,CU1,CU0,DH,ODH,UH,OUH,OT,UT, LOGIN,LOGOUT,PC" - command carried out, terminal has sent all implemented commands. 27.3.
Example: _ _ _ _ _ _ 1 8 3 2 . 0 _ g _ _ CR LF – a printout generated by a moisture analyzer on pressing key, according to settings of option: N (number of measurements) Date 28.
Cable: moisture analyzer - printer KAFKA Cable: moisture analyzer – printer CITIZEN, EPSON Cable: IN / OUT 30. ERROR MESSAGES Err2 Err3 Err8 -NULL- -FULL- -LH-no level- Value beyond zero range, Value beyond tare range, Tarring / Zeroing operation time exceeded, Zero value from converter, Measurement range (Max.
31. MOISTURE ANALYZER MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES This section of the user manual describes procedures of maintaining a moisture analyzer MA 3Y series in good condition, and means of replacing faulty components (fuses). 31.1. Cleaning moisture analyzer components In order to ensure required measuring accuracy, the moisture analyzer has to be used and stored in clean conditions. While cleaning the moisture analyzer, precautions provided in this section of the user manual must be obeyed.
31.2. Temperature sensor cleaning In order to ensure correct temperature measurements during testing procedure, pay special attention to cleanness of the temperature sensor. Any cleaning activities of the temperature sensor should be carried out with maintaining special precautions.
31.3. Replacing the fuses If after plugging to mains, a signal diode on moisture analyzer’s display does not light up (no display reaction), then possibly one of the fuses (or both) is blown.
31.4. Troubleshooting Problem: no reaction to pressing main switch on/off key (no display reaction). Probable cause: • No voltage in mains • Damaged power cord • Damaged fuse of the moisture analyzer • Moisture analyzer defect Problem: too long pending time for drying process finish. Probable cause: • Selected finish mode of drying process is incorrect. Carry out experimental tests to select a proper means of finish mode.
32. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Type Name P0136 RS232 cable for KAFKA printer P0151 RS232 cable for EPSON printer KAFKA Thermal printer EPSON Dot matrix printer CITIZEN Label printer PCL printer CK-01 Transponder card scanner LS2208 Barcode scanner AP2-1 Power loop output SAL Anti-vibration table for laboratory balances PC keyboard USB type Computer software: • “PW-WIN”, • “RAD-KEY” • “E2R-MOISTURE ANALYZER”.
33. APPENDIX A – Variables for printouts 33.1. List of variables Caution: Each of defined variables must be contained in braces: {x}, where x – stands for variable number.
{30} Gross value {31} Weighing platform no. {32} Factory no.
{75} User: Name {76} User: Code {77} User: Access level {80} Packaging: Name {81} Packaging: Code {82} Packaging: Mass {85} Client: Name {86} Client: Code {87} Client: VAT no.
{121} 2) Average Tare Report: Result {122} 2) Average Tare Report: Standard deviation {123} 2) Average Tare Report: 0,25T1 {124} 2) Average Tare Report: Number of measurements {125} 2) Average Tare Report: Measurements {126} 2) Average Tare Report: Report no.
{182} 2) Report from formulation: Measurements {188} 2) Ingredient: Target mass {189} 2) Ingredient: Difference {190} 2) Comparator: Report no. {191} 2) Comparator: Start date {192} 2) Comparator: End date {193} 2) Comparator: Order no. {194} 2) Comparator: Tested standard no.
{223} 2) Mass control: Average {224} 2) Mass control: Standard deviation {225} 2) Mass control: Standard quantity {226} 2) Mass control: Measurements {227} 2) Mass control: Report no.
{268} 2) Density: Density of steel standard {269} 2) Density: Density of aluminum standard {275} Ambient conditions report: Date and time {276} Ambient conditions report: Temperature THB {277} Ambient conditions report: Humidity THB {278} Ambient conditions report: Temperature 1 {279} Ambient conditions report: Temperature 2 {280} Ambient conditions report: Pressure THB {281} Ambient conditions report: Air density {282} Ambient conditions report: Humidity {283} Ambient conditions repo
{317} 2) Pipettes: Type {318} 2) Pipettes: Volume type {319} 2) Pipettes: Tested volumes {325} 2) Pipette calibration report: Serial no.
{361} 2) Sample number {365} 2) Weighing B: Interval {366} 2) Weighing B: Difference {367} 2) Weighing B: Difference % {368} 2) Weighing B: Residue % {369} 2) Weighing B: Number {375} 2) Differential weighing: Method {380} Drying mode: Name {381} Drying program: Code {385} Drying mode {386} Drying mode parameters {387} Finish mode {388} Finish mode parameters {389} Report from drying process (Drying report): Unit {390} Report from drying process (Drying report): Printout
33.2. Variables formatting Moisture analyzer MA 3Y series enables random formatting of numerical variables, text variables and date which are dedicated for printing, and which are displayed in the grey coloured workspace of the display.
Sign T / \ Description Formatting mass and quantities derivatives of mass in EAN128 code Date separator between days, months and years Example {7:T6.3} – Net mass in a form of EAN128 code with three decimal places; {2:yy/MM/dd} – Current date in format: year - month - day, where yy stand for two less meaningful characters of a year; {2:yy\/MM\/dd} – Current date in format: year / month / day; {2:yy\:MM\:dd} – Current date in format: year : month : day.
34. APPENDIX D – Settings of CITIZEN printer 9600b/sec none 8bit 1 bit No ON (enabled) Baud rate Parity control Bits Stop bits Handshake IEEE 1284 Data from a printer regarding RS232: [Interface Menu] RS-232C Baud rate RS-232C Parity RS-232C Length RS-232C Stop bit RS-232C X-ON IEEE 1284 9600bps None 8 bit 1 bit No On Means of activating an information (test) printout and carrying out changes in printer’s settings is specified in a user manual of CITIZEN printers. 35.
36. APPENDIX F – Communication with barcode scanners 1. For communication with barcode scanners RADWAG moisture analyzers MA 3Y series use RS232 interfaces and simplex transmission (one direction) without handshaking. Only two wires are required for assuring such a transmission. Therefore, used scanners should be equipped in such interface with disabled both hardware and software handshaking. 2. Both moisture analyzers and scanners have the possibility of setting of transmission parameters.
37. APPENDIX G – Menu structure User adjustment Description Value External adjustment Function User adjustment Function Adjustment test Function Report printout No / Yes GLP Project . .
Databases − Products − Weighing records − Clients − Drying programs − Reports from drying process (Drying reports) − Ambient conditions − Packages − Warehouses − Printouts − Universal variables − Delete data older than − Export database of weighing records to file Communication Description Value COM 1 » Baud rate 9600 » Data bits 8 » Stop bits 1 » Parity No COM 2 » Baud rate 9600 » Data bits 8 » Stop bits 1 » Parity No Ethernet » DHCP No » IP address 192.168.0.2 » Subnet mask 255.
Peripheral devices Description Value Computer » Port COM 1 » Address 1 » Continuous transmission No / Yes » Printout template Settings » E2R System Settings » Port COM 2 » Code page 1250 » Printouts Settings » Port None / COM 1/ COM 2 » Offset 0 » Code length 0 Printer Barcode scanner Transponder card scanner Port None / COM 1/ COM 2 Port None / COM 1-2 / Tcp Project Settings Port None / COM 1-2 / Com internal Address 3 Additional display Ambient conditions module Inp
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Date and time Settings Beep Selection Touch screen display calibration Function Level control Selection Autotest Selection User manual no.
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