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A&D FX-1200GD Instruction Manual
Summary of FX-1200GD
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Fz-ct / fz-gd series fx-ct / fx-gd series fz-300ct/ fz-600ct fz-120gd/ fz-200gd/ fz-300gd fz-1200gd/ fz-2000gd/fz-3000gd fx-300ct/ fx-600ct fx-120gd/ fx-200gd/ fx-300gd fx-1200gd/ fx-2000gd/fx-3000gd jewelry balance instruction manual 1wmpd4001554a.
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© 2007 a&d company ltd. 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 ltd. The contents of this manual and the specifications of the instrument cover...
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1 contents basic operation 1. Introduction .............................................................................................................................3 1-1 about this manual ...............................................................................................................
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2 9-7 data format examples ............................................................................................................33 9-8 units ........................................................................................................................................35 9-9 storing u...
Page 5: 1. Introduction
3 1. Introduction this manual describes how the fz-ct/gd and fx-ct/gdseries 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 foll...
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...
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Page 9: 2. Unpacking The Balance
7 2. Unpacking the balance 2-1 unpacking the balance is a precision instrument. Unpack the balance carefully. Keep the packing material to be used for transporting the balance in the future. The packing contents depend on the balance model. See the illustrations to confirm that everything is contain...
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8 fz-ct / fx-ct series balances be sure to install the breeze break before use. Note the large breeze break is delivered in a separate package. Note please confirm that the ac adapter type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle type. The ac adapter plug is protected against dust and may be...
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9 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. Fz-gd series (all models) and fx-120gd/200gd /300gd assemble the pan support, weighing pan and small breeze break, on the balance as s...
Page 12: 3. Precautions
10 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 13: 3-3 After Use
11 this balance uses a strong magnet as part of the balance assembly, so please use caution when weighing magnetic materials such as iron. If there is a problem, use the underhook on the bottom of the balance to suspend the material away from the influence of the magnet. Eliminate the temperature di...
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12 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 15: 5. Weighing
13 5. Weighing 5-1 fz-ct / fx-ct series balances the default settings of the unit of weight for the fz-ct / fx-ct series balances 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 38 ...
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14 5-3 fz-gd / fx-gd series balances the default setting of the unit of weight for the fz-gd / fx-gd series balances is grams (g ). To use other units, refer to “9-9 storing units” on page 38 to store the units. 5-4 basic operation (fz-gd / fx-gd series balances) 1 place a container on the weighing ...
Page 17: 6. Response Adjustment
15 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 18: 7. Calibration
16 7. Calibration 7-1 calibration mode calibration / calibration test calibration using the internal mass (only for fz-ct/gd series) calibration using an external weight calibration test using an external weight (calibration test does not perform calibration.) terms the following terms are defined a...
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17 7-2 calibration using the internal mass (one-touch calibration, only for f z - ct/gd series ) this function calibrates the balance using the internal mass. The only operation required is to press the cal key. (the fx-ct/gd series does not have the one-touch calibration function.) operation 1 conn...
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18 7-3 calibration using an external weight this function calibrates the balance using an external weight. Operation 1 connect the ac adapter and warm up the balance for at least 30 minutes with nothing on the pan. 2 press and hold the cal key until calout is displayed, and then release the key. 3 t...
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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. 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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20 7-4 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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21 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...
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 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-b and the reference value are met. 3...
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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/gd and fx-ct/gd series balances, indicates a ...
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30 9-5 description of the item “data output mode” the parameter setting of the “data output mode ( prt )” applies to the performance when the data is transmitted using the rs-232c serial interface. Key mode when the print key is pressed with the stabilization indictor turned on, the balance outputs ...
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31 interval output mode the weight data is periodically output. When the print key is pressed, the balance starts to output the weight data at a preset interval time. When the print key is pressed again, the balance stops outputting the weight data. Required setting dout prt 6 interval output mode d...
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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 0 cr lf positive error overload cr lf cr lf cr lf cr lf cr lf a&d dp kf mt nu e h unstable lf cr lf cr lf cr lf cr a&d dp kf mt nu cr lf cr lf lf negative error overload cr lf cr cr a&d dp kf mt nu l lf u s , - 0 0 1 8 3 . 9 6 u s - 1 8 3 . 9 6 - 1 8 3 . 9 6 - 0 0 1 8 3 ....
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34 note when “pound ounce” is selected, the data is output with the unit of ounce (oz)..
Page 37: 9-8 Units
35 9-8 units with the fz-ct/gdandfx-ct/gdseries 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 38. If a weighing mode (or unit of weight) has been turned off, that mode or unit will be miss...
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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-300ct fx-300ct fz-600ct fx-600ct minimum display gram 62.000 122.000 0.001 ounce (avoir) 2.18700 4.30340 0.00005 pound 0.136685 0.268965 0.000005 pound/ounce 0l ...
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37 capacity unit fz-1200gd fx-1200gd fz-2000gd fx-2000gd fz-3000gd fx-3000gd minimum display gram 1220.00 2200.00 3200.00 0.01 ounce (avoir) 43.0340 77.6025 112.8765 0.0005 pound 2.68965 4.85015 7.05480 0.00005 pound/ounce 2l 11.03oz 4l 13.60oz 7l 0.88oz 1l 0.01oz troy ounce 39.2240 70.7315 102.8825...
Page 40: 9-9 Storing Units
38 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 41: 9-10 Counting Mode (Pcs)
39 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 is 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 fz-ct/gd and f...
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40 notes if the balance judges that the mass of the samples is too light and is not adequate to be used as the unit mass, it displays lo . In that case, store the mass by some quantity. For example, when the model with the minimum weighing value of 0.01 g is used and 10 pieces of samples weigh 0.05 ...
Page 43: 9-11 Percent Mode (%)
41 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. Note to use this mode, storing the percent mode (%) as described in “9-9 storing units” is required. Selecting the pe...
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42 9-12 description of the item “application function” capacity indicator ( apf1) 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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43 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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44 selecting the statistical items to output 5 press the sample key to display 5taf 0 . 6 press the re-zero key to select the output items. In the example, 5taf 1 is selected to output the number of data, sum, maximum, minimum, range (maximum-minimum) and average. Parameter description 0 number of d...
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45 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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46 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, and then press the sample key several times to display 1 cancel . 2 press the print key to display...
Page 49: 9-14 Comparator Function
47 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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48 9-15 clock and calendar function (only for the fz-ct/fz-gd series) the fz-ct/fz-gd series balances is equipped with a clock and calendar function. The fx-ct/fx-gd series does not have this function. When the “glp output (info)” parameter is set to “1” or “2” and the “time/date output (5-td)” para...
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49 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 proceed to step 8. When the time is correct and the date is to be confirmed, press the sample key and proceed to step 4. Whe...
Page 52: 10-2 Glp Report
50 10. Id number and glp report the id number is used to identify the balance when good laboratory practice (glp) is used. The id number is maintained in non-volatile memory even if the ac adapter is removed. The glp output format is selected at “glp output (info)” of the function table and can be o...
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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”:.
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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 , use mode 3 of the ad-8121b. Operation 1 with the weight ...
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/gd, fx-ct/gdprint key or fz-ct/gd,fx-ct/gdauto pr...
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57 14-2 connection to a computer the fz-ct/gdand fx-ct/gdseries 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-ct/gdand fx-ct/gdseries balances are 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 to clean the balance. Clean the balance with a lint free cloth that is moistened with warm water and a mild detergent. Do not disassemble the balance. Contact the local a&d dealer if the balance needs service or repair. Use the original packing material...
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....
Page 67: 17-3 Asking For Repair
65 display error code description ec, e00 communications error a protocol error occurred in communications. Confirm the format, baud rate and parity. Ec, e01 undefined command error an undefined command was received. Confirm the command. Ec, e02 not ready a received command can not be processed. E.G...
Page 68: 18. Options
66 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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67 fxi-10 small breeze break provided for fz-gd series (all models) and fx-120gd/200gd/300gdas standard. Can be used for all of the other models. Fxi-11 large breeze break provided for fz-300ct/600ct and fx-300ct/600ct as standard. Breeze break with greater height. Can be used for all of the other m...
Page 70: 19. Specifications
68 19. Specifications fz-300ct fz-600ct 310 ct 610 ct weighing capacity 62 g 122 g 310.420 ct 610.420 ct maximum display 62.084 g 122.084 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 / ±0.001 g stabilization time (typi...
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69 fx-300ct fx-600ct 310 ct 610 ct weighing capacity 62 g 122 g 310.420 ct 610.420 ct maximum display 62.084 g 122.084 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 / ±0.001 g stabilization time (typical at fast) approx...
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70 fz-120gd fz-200gd fz-300gd fz-1200gd fz-2000gd fz-3000gd weighing capacity 122 g 220 g 320 g 1220 g 2200 g 3200 g maximum display 122.084 g 220.084 g 320.084 g 1220.84 g 2200.84 g 3200.84 g minimum weighing value (1 digit) 0.001 g 0.01 g repeatability (standard deviation) 0.001 g 0.01 g linearity...
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71 fx-120gd fx-200gd fx-300gd fx-1200gd fx-2000gd fx-3000gd weighing capacity 122 g 220 g 320 g 1220 g 2200 g 3200 g maximum display 122.084 g 220.084 g 320.084 g 1220.84 g 2200.84 g 3200.84 g minimum weighing value (1 digit) 0.001 g 0.01 g repeatability (standard deviation) 0.001 g 0.01 g linearity...
Page 74: 20. External Dimensions
72 20. External dimensions fz-300ct /600ct fx-300ct /600ct unit: mm 198 (i nt er nal si ze abov e t he p an) 112 (opening) 270 (when fully opened) 105 (when fully opened) 315 198 107 6 156 (when fully opened) (op enin g) (when fully opened) 86 .5 (pan diam et er ) *: height up to the weighing pan 29...
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73 *1: width of the opening when a clear plate is removed *2: inside dimension *3: weighing pan diameter *4: height from the weighing pan up to the cap of the breeze break (inside dimension) *5: height of the opening when a clear plate is removed 19 3 71 .5 61.5 168.5 85 .5 162 φ150 262.5 194.5 184 ...
Page 76: 21. Terms/index
74 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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75 index keys and symbols on/off key ..................................... 12 sample key .................................... 12 mode key ............................ 12, 13, 38 cal key .......................... 12, 13, 17, 20 print key ........................................ 12 re-zero key..........
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76 clear .......................................................... 45 clock ........................................................... 48 coefficient of variation ..................... 27, 43, 45 command list .............................................. 59 comparator function ......................
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77 Ｋ key mode .............................................. 26, 30 key mode b ........................................... 26, 30 key mode c........................................... 26, 30 kf format............................................... 27, 32 Ｌ large breeze break ...........................
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78 standby indicator......................................... 12 5taf statistical function mode output items ........ 27, 44 statistical calculation mode ......... 3, 27, 42, 44 statistical function mode output items ......... 27 5t-b stability band width ............. 25, 28 stop bit .................