Adam Equipment Eclipse Precision Balances ECLIPSEEBL User Manual

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The parameters that can be set are:   EnAbLE
E
 nAbLEEnAbLE
EnAbLE 
    On    = serial port enabled 
O
FF  = serial port disabled 
bAvd 
bAvd bAvd  bAvd     
  Set Baud Rate. Selectable values: 
4800
4 8004800
4800
, 9600
9 6009600
9600
, 19200
1 920019200
19200
 or 38400
3 840038400
38400
 
PARITY
PARITYPARITY
PARITY    
 Set Parity. Selectable values: 
n\b
n \bn\b
n\bnE
nEnE
nE , EVEN
E VENEVEN
EVEN
 or \bDD
\b DD\bDD
\bDD...

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Select a code for one of the pre-set data formats as detailed above. 
 
The next line shows:  “LINE 02
L
 INE 02LINE 02
LINE 02
”   “TIME
T IMETIME
TIME
” - prints time. 
O
nly one item can be entered per line. 
 
Continue until the formatting of the form is complete. There are 15 lines of possible data. 
After the 15th line has been set or “ END
E
 NDEND
END
” has been selected, the balance will return to the 
“ SERIAL
S...

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larger number corresponds to a larger stable zone.  Selectable values: 1, 2, 5 
or 10 (divisions). 
Recommended value for normal use: 1 
AV ZER\b
AV ZER\bAV ZER\b AV ZER\b    
 ON   = Auto-zero function. Selectable values: 1, 2, 
5, 10 or 15 (divisions). 
OFF = Auto-zero function disabled. 
Recommended value for normal use: ON, 5 
SEPARAT
SEPARATSEPARAT SEPARAT    
 COMMA      Set separator indicator on the display to
 be either a...

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 PC \bPER
P
 C \bPERPC \bPER
PC \bPER 
    Press 
[Select]. “ 0
0
0
0
” will be displayed. Enter the current passcode (OLD) 
first and press  [Select]. If correctly entered then “ NEW” will be displayed 
b

riefly followed by “ 0
0

0
0
”. Enter a new passcode if desired or press  [ Mode] or 
[ 
 0/T ] t
o leave the existing password unchanged and return to normal 
weighing. 
Note:  A passcode set to zero will disable the security...

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14   ACCESSORIES & SPARE PARTS 
(Available from your accessories supplier) 
 
Accessories that are available for use with the balance include the following: 
 
14.1  DENSITY DETERMINATION KIT  (For 0.0001 g and 0.001 g units only) 
The Density Determination Kits include everything needed to carry out precise and 
repeatable measurement. The kit allows a sample to be weighed in air and then a liquid to 
determine the density of the...

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ADAM DU can collect data from up to 8 different balances/scales simultaneously, each 
data collection session can be individually monitored, configured and customised to your 
requirements. Adam DU can also speak the readings received. This is ideal if you want to 
stay informed of a scales progress whilst completing other tasks, or maybe you might be 
visually impaired. See http://www.adamdu.com/ for further details and to...

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15   SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE 
CAUTION 
Use the AC adapter designed by the manufacturer for the balance. Other adapters may 
cause damage to the balance. 
 
A rechargeable battery pack can only be fitted by a main service centre. If fitted, ensure 
that your battery pack is not overheating or damaged. Do not attempt to service or change 
the pack. Do not remove and dispose of in fire or general waste. Seek advice from the...

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16   TROUBLE-SHOOTING 
Service of an Eclipse balance will generally be necessary when the balance does not 
perform as expected. The balances are not user-serviceable. For Service Information, see 
section 18.0 and contact Adam equipment or your supplier. 
Problems usually fall into one of the following categories: 
 
User Problems:   
The user is asking the balance for something it cannot do or is confused by the modes and...

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16.1   TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE. 
BALANCE DOES NOT FUNCTION  
Problems Possible causes Suggestions 
The balance is dead 
when power is applied Power supply 
failure Check adapter is working 
Check adapter is correct for the balance 
Normal adapter is 18VDC, 830mA. 
*Power supply circuit board failure 
*Short circuit on any circuit board 
The display does not 
turn on but the 
calibration motor 
moves when power is 
applied  Power is...

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Linearity 
 Verify the balance shows the same 
reading (within a tolerance depending 
upon the model) when a mass is placed 
at positions around the pan. 
Verify the balance is acceptable 
throughout the weighing range.  The 
balance must give acceptable readings 
from low weights up to the capacity. 
Poor Repeatability  Usually a 
mechanical 
problem. Inspect the area around the pan for hair, 
dust or other obstructions,...