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A&D FX-1200CT Instruction Manual

Manual is about: Carat Balance FZ-CT SERIES; FX-CT SERIES

Summary of FX-1200CT

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    Fz-ct series fz-1200ct/ fz-700ct/ fz-500ct fx-ct series fx-1200ct/ fx-700ct/ fx-500ct carat balance instruction manual 1wmpd4002564.

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    ? 2012 a&d company, limited. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, or translated into any language in any form by any means without the written permission of a&d company, limited. The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instru...

  • Page 3: Contents

    1 contents basic operation 1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................3 1-1 about this manual ...............................................................................................................

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    2 9-6 description of the item “data format”......................................................................................31 9-7 data format examples ............................................................................................................33 9-8 units .........................

  • Page 5: 1. Introduction

    3 1. Introduction this manual describes how the fz-ct and fx-ctseries balances work and how to get the most out of them 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 ...

  • Page 6: 1-3 Compliance

    4 1-3 compliance compliance with fcc rules please note that this device generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. This device 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 design...

  • Page 7: 2.  Unpacking The Balance

    5 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. See the illustration to confirm that everything is contained. For accurate weighing, install the breeze break...

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    6 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. Assemble the breeze ring, pan support, weighing pan and large breeze break on the balance as shown in the illustration on page 5. 3. A...

  • Page 9: 3. Precautions

    7 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 ...

  • Page 10: 3-2 During Use

    8 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 ...

  • Page 11: 3-3 After Use

    9 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. Avoid dust and water so that the balance weighs correctly. Protect the internal parts from liquid spills and excessive dust. Do not use organic ...

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    10 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...

  • Page 13: 5. Weighing

    11 5. Weighing the default settings of the unit of weight are the metric carat (ct) and grams (g). Pressing the mode key switches the displayed unit, between ct and g. To use other units, refer to “9-9 storing units” on page 37 to store the units. 5-1 basic operation 1 place a container (carat pan) ...

  • Page 14: 6. Response Adjustment

    12 6. 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 ...

  • Page 15: 7. Calibration

    13 7. Calibration 7-1 calibration mode calibration / calibration test (calibration test does not perform calibration.) calibration using the internal mass (one-touch calibration, only for the fz-ct series) calibration using an external weight calibration test using the internal mass (only for the fz...

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    14 7-2 calibration using the internal mass (one-touch calibration, only for the f z - ct series ) this function calibrates the balance using the internal mass. The only operation required is to press the cal key. (the fx-ct series does not have the one-touch calibration function.) operation 1 connec...

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    15 7-3 calibration test using the internal mass (only for the fz-ct series) this function tests the balance weighing accuracy using the internal mass 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 calibra...

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    16 7-4 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 one hour with nothing on the pan. 2 press and hold the cal key until calout is displayed, and then release the key. 3 the...

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    17 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 bala...

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    18 7-5 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...

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    19 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 t...

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    20 7-6 correcting the internal mass value: 1 (only for the fz-ct series) the fz-ct 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 ba...

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    21 7-7 correcting the internal mass value: 2 (only for the fz-ct series) the fz-ct 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 ...

  • Page 24: 8-1  Permit Or Inhibit

    22 8. Function switch and initialization 8-1 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...

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    23 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 ...

  • Page 26: 9. Function Table

    24 9. 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. 9-1 structure and sequence of the function table the function table menu consists of two layers....

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    25 9-3 details of the function table class item and parameter description 0 fast response, sensitive value fast 1 mid. Cond condition 2 slow response, stable value slow with “hold 1”, sets the averaging time. 0 stable range is ±1 digit 1 5t-b stability band width 2 stable range is ±3 digits the stab...

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    26 class item and parameter description cp hi upper limit cp lo lower limit 0 key mode accepts the print key only when the display is stable. 1 auto print mode a (reference = zero) 2 auto print mode b (reference = last stable value) outputs data when the display is stable and conditions of ap-p, ap-...

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    27 class item and parameter description 0 600 bps 1 1200 bps 2 2400 bps 3 4800 bps 4 9600 bps bp5 baud rate 5 19200 bps 0 7 bits, even 1 7 bits, odd btpr data bit, parity bit 2 8 bits, none 0 cr lf crlf terminator 1 cr cr: ascii code 0dh lf: ascii code 0ah 0 a&d standard format 1 dp format 2 kf form...

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    28 9-4 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 displa...

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    29 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, when used for the fz-ct and fx-ct series balances, indicates a unit o...

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    30 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 ...

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    31 9-6 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 t...

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    32 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 ...

  • Page 35: 9-7  Data Format Examples

    33 9-7 data format examples lf.

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    34.

  • Page 37: 9-8 Units

    35 9-8 units with the fz-ctandfx-ctseries balances, the following weighing units and weighing modes are available: a unit or mode can be selected and stored in the function table as described on page 37. If a weighing mode (or unit of weight) has been turned off, that mode or unit will be missing in...

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    36 the tables below indicate the weighing capacity and the minimum display for each unit, depending on the balance model. Capacity unit fz-1200ct fx-1200ct fz-700ct fx-700ct fz-500ct fx-500ct minimum display gram 252 152 102 0.001 ounce (avoir) 8.89 5.36 3.59 0.00005 pound 0.555 0.335 0.224 0.000005...

  • Page 39: 9-9 Storing Units

    37 9-9 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 ...

  • Page 40: 9-10  Counting Mode (Pcs)

    38 9-10 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 ...

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    39 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, the minimum weighing value of the balance is 0.001 g and 10 pieces of samples weigh 0.005 g. Store 10...

  • Page 42: 9-11  Percent Mode (%)

    40 9-11 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). Note if % is not displayed, store the per...

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    41 9-12 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 ( apf2) the mode statistically calculates...

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    42 9-13 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 desc...

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    43 selecting the statistical items to output 5 press the sample key to display . 6 press the re-zero key to select the output items. In the example, is selected to output the number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum) and average. Parameter description 0 number of data, sum 1 num...

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    44 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 ...

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    45 deleting the latest data 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 several times to display 1 . 2 press the print key to display . 3 press the re-zero key to display ...

  • Page 48: 9-14 Comparator Function

    46 9-14 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” contin...

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    47 9-15 clock and calendar function (only for the fz-ct series) the fz-ct 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 t...

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    48 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...

  • Page 51: 10-2 Glp Report

    49 10. 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 sele...

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    50 calibration report using the internal mass (only for the fz-ct series) when the setting is “info 1”: when the setting is “info 2”: calibration test report using the internal mass (only for the fz-ct series) (calibration test does not perform calibration.) when the setting is “info 1”: when the se...

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    51 calibration report using an external weight when the setting is “info 1”: when the setting is “info 2”: 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-ctseries, the time and date...

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    52 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 printer , use mode 3 of the ad-8121b printer. Operation 1 ...

  • Page 55: 11. Underhook

    53 11. 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. Caution do not apply excessive force to the underhook. When not in use, attach the ...

  • Page 56: 12. Programmable-Unit

    54 12. 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...

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    55 13. 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, female connector) transmission form : asynchronous, bi-directional, half duplex...

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    56 1 2 3 4 mode on 14. Connection to peripheral equipment 14-1 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-ct,fx-ct print key or fz-ct,fx-ctauto print mode. (t...

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    57 14-2 connection to a computer the fz-ctand fx-ctseries balances 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 fz-ctand fx-ctseries balances are a dce. Use a ...

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    58 rsweight can retrieve the weight data from the balance and display it in graph form in real-time. Can calculate and display the maximum, minimum, average, standard deviation and coefficient of variation values of data. Using the winct software, the balance can do the following: 1 analyzing the we...

  • Page 61: 15. Commands

    59 15. Commands 15-1 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...

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    60 15-2 acknowledge code and error codes when the “ak, error code (ercd)” parameter of “serial interface ( 5if )” is set to “1”, the balance outputs code or an error code for each command as follows: (06h) acknowledge in ascii code. When the balance receives a command to request data and can not pro...

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    61 t command example pt command example 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. 15-3 settings related to rs-232c concerning the rs-232c, the bal...

  • Page 64: 16. Maintenance

    62 16. Maintenance do not use organic solvents or chemical cloth to clean the balance. Clean the balance as described below: balance main unit weighing pan use a soft, lint free cloth that is moistened with a mild detergent to clean. The edge of the weighing pan is sharp. Use caution when cleaning t...

  • Page 65: 17. Troubleshooting

    63 17. Troubleshooting 17-1 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 ...

  • Page 66: 17-2 Error Codes

    64 17-2 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 “6....

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    65 display error code description 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 ba...

  • Page 68: 17-3  Asking For Repair

    66 17-3 asking for repair if the balance needs service or repair, contact the local a&d dealer. The balance is a precision instrument. Use caution when handling the balance and observe the following when transporting the balance. Use the original packing material. Remove the weighing pan from the ma...

  • Page 69: 18. Options

    67 18. Options 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. Can transmit ...

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    68 fxi-10 small breeze break breeze break shorter than the standard large breeze break. (total height of the small breeze break: 105 mm) fxi-11 large breeze break breeze break provided as standard. Ax-fxi-31 main unit cover main unit protective cover provided as standard. Ax-carat pan-wex two silver...

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    69 ad-1671 anti-vibration table a 27-kg table with vibration-absorbing rubber feet, to reduce vibration coming from the floor to enable stable weighing. Use the ad-8922a remote controller to avoid weighing errors that can be caused by slight table tilting when operating the scale manually. Ad-1672 t...

  • Page 72: 19. Specifications

    70 19. Specifications fz-1200ct fz-700ct fz-500ct 1260 ct 760 ct 510 ct weighing capacity 252 g 152 g 102 g 1260.042 ct 760.042 ct 510.042 ct maximum display 252.008 g 152.008 g 102.008 g 0.001 ct minimum weighing value (1 digit) 0.001 g repeatability (standard deviation) 0.001 ct / 0.0005 g lineari...

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    71 fx-1200ct fx-700ct fx-500ct 1260 ct 760 ct 510 ct weighing capacity 252 g 152 g 102 g 1260.042 ct 760.042 ct 510.042 ct maximum display 252.008 g 152.008 g 102.008 g 0.001 ct minimum weighing value (1 digit) 0.001 g repeatability (standard deviation) 0.001 ct / 0.0005 g linearity ±0.002 ct / ±0.0...

  • Page 74: 20. External Dimensions

    72 20. External dimensions fz-1200ct /700ct /500ct fx-1200ct /700ct /500ct unit: mm.

  • Page 75: 21. Terms/index

    73 21. 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 weig...

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    74 index keys and symbols on/off key ..................................... 10 sample key .................................... 10 mode key.............................. 3, 10, 37 cal key............................................ 10 print key ........................................ 10 re-zero key.....

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    75 calibration ... 10, 13, 16, 17, 21, 23, 49, 64, 73 calibration report ................................... 17, 49 calibration test....................................... 18, 49 calibration test using the internal mass....... 15 calibration test report ...................... 15, 19, 49 cancel.........

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    76 hold mode indicator .................................... 10 Ｉ id number.................................................... 49 info glp output ................................. 26 inhibit........................................................... 22 initializing the balance..........................

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    77 Ｓ sample key ......................................... 10, 37 5d standard deviation........................ 44 sensitivity drift ....................................... 70, 71 5if serial interface............................ 27 slow.......................................................... 12 sma...

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    78 memo.

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    79 memo.

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    80 memo.

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    3-23-14 higashi-ikebukuro, toshima-ku, tokyo 170-0013 japan telephone: [81] (3) 5391-6132 fax: [81] (3) 5391-6148 a&d engineering, inc. 1756 automation parkway, san jose, california 95131 u.S.A. Telephone: [1] (408) 263-5333 fax: [1] (408)263-0119 a&d instruments limited unit 24/26 blacklands way, a...