User manual

METTLER TOLEDO
Weighing terminal IND429
Weighing terminal IND429xx
Compact scales BBA429

IND
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Table of contents

Table of contents
Page
1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6

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Introduction .....................................................................................5
Safety instructions for the explosion protected weighing terminal
IND429xx ........................................................................................5
Safety instructions for non-explosion-protected devices .........................6
Disposal ..........................................................................................7
Use in hygienically sensitive areas .....................................................7
Description ......................................................................................8
Commissioning ..............................................................................12

2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8

Operation ......................................................................................15
Switching on and off .......................................................................15
Zeroing / Zero point correction ..........................................................15
Simple weighing .............................................................................15
Weighing with tare ..........................................................................16
Dynamic weighing ..........................................................................17
Printing results ...............................................................................18
Cleaning ........................................................................................18
Testing of weighing terminal and scale/display of the ID code
(only for weighing terminals with IDNet interface) ...............................19

3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8

Settings in the menu ......................................................................20

Operating the menu ........................................................................20
Overview .......................................................................................22
Scale settings (SCALE) analog ......................................................25
Scale settings (SCALE) IDNet .........................................................27
Application settings (APPLICATION) ..................................................29
Terminal settings (TERMINAL) ..........................................................29
Configuring interfaces (COMMUNICATION) .........................................30
Diagnosis and printing out of the menu settings (DIAGNOS) ................34

4
4.1
4.2
4.3

Interface description ......................................................................35

SICS interface commands ................................................................35
TOLEDO Continuous mode ..............................................................37
MMR interface commands ...............................................................39

Event and error messages ..............................................................42

6
6.1
6.2

Technical data and accessories ......................................................44

Technical data ................................................................................44
Accessories ....................................................................................48

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7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5

Appendix ......................................................................................50
Safety checks .................................................................................50
Tests for utilisation in hygienically sensitive areas ..............................50
Working to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) ................................51
Tables of geo values .......................................................................51
FCC ..............................................................................................54

Index ............................................................................................55

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Introduction

Introduction
1.1

Safety instructions for the explosion protected weighing

terminal IND429xx
The device fulfils Device category 3 and is approved for operation in Zone 2 (gases)
and Zone 22 (dusts) hazardous areas.
There is an increased risk of injury and damage when used in hazardous areas.
Special care must be taken when working in such hazardous areas. The code of
practice is oriented to the "Safe Distribution" concept drawn up by METTLER TOLEDO.

Competence

The device, accompanying weighing platforms and accessories may only be

installed, maintained and repaired by authorized METTLER TOLEDO service
personnel.
The mains connection may only be connected or disconnected by the owners
electrician.

Ex approval

For the exact specification please refer to the statement of conformity.

No modifications may be made to the terminal and no repair work may be
performed on the modules. Any weighing platform or system modules that are
used must comply with the specifications contained in the installation instructions.
Non-compliant equipment jeopardizes the safety of the system, cancels the Ex
approval and renders any warranty or product liability claims null and void.
The cable glands must be tightened so that a strain relief of 20 N per mm cable
diameter is ensured.
When connecting external devices, always observe the maximum permissible
connected loads, refer to the installation instructions. It must be ensured that no
voltages are fed into the device than it itself provides. The interface parameters have
to fulfil the standard.
Peripheral devices without an Ex approval may only be operating in nonhazardous areas. It must be ensured that no voltages are fed into the device than
it itself provides. In addition the maximum permissible connected loads have to be
observed, refer to the installation instructions. The interface parameters have to
fulfil the standard.
The safety of the weighing system is only guaranteed when the weighing system
is operated, installed and maintained in accordance with the respective
instructions.

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Ex approval

Also comply with the following:

the instructions for the system modules,
the regulations and standards in the respective country,
the statutory requirement for electrical equipment installed in hazardous areas
in the respective country,
all instructions related to safety issued by the owner.
Before initial start-up and following service work, check the explosion protected
weighing system for the proper condition of all safety-related parts.

Operation

Prevent the build-up of static electricity. Therefore:

always wear suitable working clothes when operating or performing service
work on the system,
do not rub or wipe off the keyboard surface with a dry cloth or glove.
Do not use protective hoods.
Prevent damage to the weighing terminal. Hairline cracks in the keyboard
membrane are also considered damage.
If the weighing terminal, accompanying weighing platforms or accessories are
damaged:
Switch off weighing terminal.
Separate the weighing terminal from the mains in accordance with the
applicable regulations.
Secure the weighing terminal against accidental start-up.
Always charge the storage batteries in a safe zone.
Ensure that the supply voltage at the installation site amounts to 230 V.

1.2

Safety instructions for non-explosion-protected devices

Do not use the device in an hazardous environment!
Special devices are available in our range of products for hazardous environments.
Ensure that the power socket outlet for the device is earthed and easily accessible,
so that it can be de-energized rapidly in emergencies.
Ensure that the supply voltage at the installation site lies within in the range of
100 V to 240 V.
The safety of the device cannot be ensured if it is not operated in accordance with
these operating instructions.
Only authorized personnel may open the device.
Check the power cable regularly for damage. If it is damaged, disconnect the
device immediately from the power supply.
Ensure that there is a space of at least 3 cm at the rear in order to prevent the power
cable from being bent too strongly.

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1.3

Introduction

Disposal
In conformance with the European Directive 2002/96 EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) this device may not be disposed of with domestic
waste. This also applies to countries outside the EU, per their specific requirements.
Please dispose of this product in accordance with local regulations at the collecting
point specified for electrical and electronic equipment.
If you have any questions, please contact the responsible authority or the distributor
from which you purchased this device.
Should this device be passed on to other parties (for private or professional use), the
content of this regulation must also be related.
Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection.
If the device is equipped with a storage battery:
The nickel metal hydride (NiMH) storage battery does not contain any heavy metals.
However, it may not be disposed of with the normal refuse.
Observe the local regulations on the disposal of materials that are hazardous to the
environment.

1.4

Use in hygienically sensitive areas

The device is suitable for use in hygienically sensitive areas. It fulfils the following
requirements on areas coming into contact with the product (keyboard) and areas not
coming into contact with the product (housing, stand):
Suitability of the materials for contact with foodstuffs
Continuous bonding joints that do not act on the material
Smooth, non-porous and flat surfaces that are easy to clean
Continuous welding seams
No sharp corners

For further information please refer to Sections 7.2 and 7.3.

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1.5
1.5.1

Description
Weighing terminals IND429 and IND429xx
METTLER TOLEDO weighing platforms can be connected without problems to the
weighing terminals.
The weighing terminals are available in two different basic versions: for connecting
analog scales or for digital scales with IDNet interface.
Both basic versions are supplied by default with in-built power supply unit and an
RS232 interface.
IND429xx is approved for use in hazardous areas of the Category 3.

1.5.2

Compact scale BBA429

The compact scale BBA429 consists of a terminal-stand combination that is
connected to an analog weighing platform of the PBA430 series.
The compact scale is supplied by default with an in-built power supply unit and an
RS232 interface.

1.5.3

Additional equipment
The following alternatives are also possible:
Power supply via in-built storage battery
Version for external power supply 12 24 V DC
Power supply via an external storage battery (not for IND429xx)
Additional second communication interface

One of the following options is available as the second communication interface:

RS232
RS485/RS422
Ethernet interface
USB interface
Digital I/O
WLAN

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1.5.4

Keys

Display

Measuring data sign

Introduction

Overview

3
2

1
Weighing terminal connections
1

Power supply
connection

Pressure compensation

Equipotential bonding
terminal,
only for IND429xx

COM1 interface

COM2 interface
(optional)

Antenna for optional

WLAN interface

not assigned

Scale connection

Securing plate for the

interface connections,
only for IND429xx

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Compact scale connections

1

COM1 interface

COM2 interface
(optional)

Antenna for optional

WLAN interface

Pressure compensation

Power supply
connection

Scale connection

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1.5.5

Display

Notation for weight values with e = 10 d

Active interface

Weighing range display

Charge state of the storage battery, only for devices with storage battery

Symbol for displaying net values

Symbol for dynamic weighing

Weight units

7-segment display, 7 digits, with decimal point

Standstill check (goes out when a stable weight value has been reached)

10 Sign
11 Notation for modified or calculated weight values, e.g. higher resolution, weight
below minimum value

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1.5.6

Introduction

Keyboard
Main functions

Key

Function in the operating mode

Function in the menu

Switch the terminal on/off; cancel

To the last menu item End

Set scale to zero, delete tare

Page backwards

Long keypress at scales with IDNet

interface: Display of the ID code and
checking of the calibration
Tare scale, delete tare

Page forwards

Transfer key

Activate menu item

Long keypress: Call up menu

Accept selected setting

Additional functions
Key

Function
Switch over weight unit

Units

Delete key

Clear

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1.6

Commissioning
The weighing platform connection to the weighing terminals IND429 / IND429xx as
well as the commissioning of the interfaces are described in the "IND4x9 / BBA4x9"
installation instructions.
Call the METTLER TOLEDO service or carry out commissioning in accordance with
the installation instructions.

1.6.1

Limited mobility at explosion protected weighing terminal IND429xx

CAUTION!
The device may only be operated in Zone 2 and 22 hazardous areas.
Protect data and signal cable extensions against inadvertent disconnection.
Secure the interface connections on the rear using the interface plate.

1.6.2

Labelling for operation in hazardous area

The following signs must be mounted on the device, accompanying weighing
platforms and accessories so that they are clearly visible:
Model plate and the devices model data, manufacturer and serial number
Safety instructions
Explosion protection identification
If appropriate, temperature range

1.6.3

Establishing a mains connection at an explosion protected weighing terminal

IND429xx
CAUTION!
The mains connection may only be connected by the owners electrician.

CAUTION!
The device only operates correctly at a supply voltage of 230 V.
Do not under any circumstances connect the device if the voltage value on the
rating plate deviates from the local system voltage.
Only connect the device to an earthed mains connection.
Ensure that equipotential bonding has been implemented.

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Introduction

Establishing a mains connection at non-explosion-protected devices

CAUTION!
Before connecting the power supply check whether the voltage value printed on the
rating plate agrees with the local system voltage.
Do not under any circumstances connect the device if the voltage value on the
rating plate deviates from the local system voltage.
Plug the power plug into the power socket.
After it has been connected, the device carries out a self-testing routine. The device
is ready to operate when the zero display appears.

1.6.5

Devices with built-in or external storage battery

The operating life depends on the intensity of use, the configuration and the connected
scale. For details see Section 6.1.2.
The battery symbol shows the current charge state of the storage battery. 1 segment
corresponds to approx. 25% capacity. If the symbol flashes, the storage battery has
to be charged. If work is continued during the charging process, the charging time is
extended. The storage battery is protected against overcharging.
The charging time of the storage battery amounts to approx. 6 hours. If the device
continues to be operated during the charging process, the charging time is extended.
The storage battery has a service life of approx. 1,000 charging/discharging cycles.
CAUTION!
Explosion hazard!
In the case of explosion protected devices the storage battery may only be charged
in a safe area.
CAUTION!
Danger of soiling! The charger for the storage battery is not protected to IP69K.
Do not charge the device in humid or dusty rooms.
After the internal storage battery has been charged, close the cover cap of the
charging socket at the device.
Close the cover cap of the charging socket again at an external storage battery.
In order to maintain degree of protection IP69K, make sure at devices with an
external storage battery that the external storage battery is connected firmly to the
device. Ensure that the plug connector of the external storage battery is inserted into
the socket outlet of the device until it will go no further.

Note

The storage battery is also suitable for permanent mains operation.

In order to obtain the full nominal capacity we recommend that you discharge the
storage battery at regular intervals (approx. every 4 weeks) through normal
operation.

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1.6.6

Devices with external power supply 12 24 V DC

Explosion protected weighing terminals IND429xx
The device is supplied with a fixed-mounted 2.5 m long connecting cable with open
ends.
Connection values: 12 24 V DC, max. 800 mA.
Non-explosion-protected devices
The device is equipped with a socket for connecting the power supply.
Connection values: 12 24 V DC, max. 800 mA.
A connecting cable with open ends is included with the device.
CAUTION!
Danger of soiling!
In order to maintain degree of protection IP69K, make sure at devices with an
external power supply that the connecting cable is connected firmly to the device.
Ensure that the plug connector of the connecting cable is inserted into the socket
outlet of the device until it will go no further.

1.6.7

Verification at partially verified scales

Partially verified scales (scales with first-stage verification) and scales with IDNet
interface have to be verified by an authorized office or the METTLER TOLEDO Service.
Call the METTLER TOLEDO Service.

Note

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Adjust non-verified analog scales for the maximum precision, refer to Section 3.3.1.

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Operation

Operation
2.1
Switching on

Switching on and off

Press

The scale conducts a display test. Afterwards the software version identifier is displayed. When the weight display appears, the scale is ready to weigh.
Note
If
is pressed for a long time while switching on, the serial number of the device
is also displayed after the software version identifier.
Switching off

Press

Before the display goes out, -OFF- appears briefly.

2.2

Zeroing / Zero point correction

Zeroing corrects the influence of slight changes on the load plate or minor deviations
from the zero point.

Manual

1. Unload scale.
2. Press

The zero display appears.

Automatic

In the case of scales that cannot be certified, the automatic zero point correction can
be deactivated in the menu or the amount can be changed. Verified scales are set fixed
to 0.5 d.
As standard, the zero point of the scale is automatically corrected when the scale is
unloaded.

2.3

Simple weighing
1. Place weighing sample on scale.
2. Wait until the stability monitor

goes out.

3. Read weighing result.

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Operation

2.4
2.4.1

Weighing with tare

Taring
Place the empty container on the scale and press

The zero display and the symbol NET appear.

The tare weight remains saved until it is cleared.
2.4.2

Clearing the tare

Unload scale and press

The symbol NET goes out, the zero display appears.

or
Press

The symbol NET goes out, the gross weight appears in the display.
If A.CL-tr is activated in the menu under SCALE > tArE, the tare weight is automatically cleared as soon as the scale is unloaded.
2.4.3

Automatic taring
Prerequisite
A-tArE is activated in the menu under SCALE > tArE, the symbol T flashes in
the display.
The packaging material must be heavier than 9 display steps of the scale.
Place the container or packaging material on the scale.
The packaging weight is automatically saved as the tare weight, the zero display
and the symbol NET appear.

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2.4.4

Operation

Chain tare
Prerequisite
The tare function CHAIn.tr is activated in the menu under SCALE > tArE.
With this function it is possible to tare several times if, for example, cardboard is
placed between individual layers in a container.
1. Place the first container or packaging material on the scale and press

The packaging weight is automatically saved as the tare weight, the zero display
and the symbol NET appear.
2. Weigh the weighing sample and read/print out the result.
3. Place the second container or packaging material on the scale and press
again.

The total weight on the scale is saved as the new tare weight. The zero display
appears.
4. Weigh the weighing sample in the second container and read/print the result.
5. Repeat the last two steps for other containers.

2.5

Dynamic weighing
With the dynamic weighing function, it is possible to weigh restless weighing samples
such as live animals. If this function is activated, the symbol
appears in the display.
With dynamic weighing, the scale calculates the mean value from 56 weighing operations within 4 seconds.

With manual start

Prerequisite
AVErAGE -> MAnuAL is selected in the menu.
The weighing sample must be heavier than 5 scale divisions.
1. Place the weighing sample on the scale and wait until it has stabilized.
2. Press

to start dynamic weighing.

During dynamic weighing, horizontal segments appear in the display, and the
dynamic result is then displayed with the symbol *.
3. Unload the scale to be able to start a new dynamic weighing operation.

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With automatic start

Prerequisite
AVErAGE -> AUtO is selected in the menu.
The weighing sample must be heavier than 5 scale divisions.
1. Place the weighing sample on the scale.
The scale starts the dynamic weighing automatically.
During dynamic weighing, horizontal segments appear in the display, and the
dynamic result is then displayed with the symbol *.
2. Unload the scale to be able to perform a new dynamic weighing operation.

2.6

Printing results
If a printer or computer is connected to the scale, the weighing results can be printed
out or sent to a computer.
Press

The display contents are printed out or transferred to the computer.

2.7

Cleaning
The device conforms to degree of protection IP69K to DIN 40050.
It is suitable for hygienically sensitive areas - see the proofs in Section 7.2.
The device is designed so that it can be cleaned easily. The housing is made of
stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304), the keyboard of resistant polyester (PE). If required,
high-pressure equipment can be used for cleaning.
Cleaning
Close open connectors with cap plugs.
Clean the protective hood of the non-explosion-protected devices separately. The

protective hood is dishwasher-proof.

Replace protective hoods regularly.
Use a moist cloth for minor soiling.
Do not use acids, alkaline solutions or strong solvents.
Observe the following limits when using high-pressure equipment:

Max. water temperature 80 C / 176 F

Max. water pressure 8,000 kPa (80 bars)
Min. distance jet nozzle to terminal 50 cm
Do not point the jet at one point for longer than 10 seconds
Water flow rate not greater then 10 l/min

Observe all the existing regulations on cleaning intervals and permissible cleaning

agents.

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Information on cleaning the weighing platform connected to the weighing terminal

Be sure to observe the cleaning instructions for the connected weighing platform.
The weighing platform may not be designed for cleaning with high-pressure
equipment.

2.8

Testing of weighing terminal and scale/display of the ID code

(only for weighing terminals with IDNet interface)
The ID code is increased by 1 at every calibration in case of IDNet scales. For verified
scales, the ID code displayed by the weighing terminal must match the ID code on the
ID cards. Otherwise, the verification is no longer valid.

2.8.1

Displaying the ID code

1. Unload weighing platform.
2. Press the

key and keep it pressed until the display changes to -----.

The ID code is then displayed: COdE=...

2.8.2

Testing the weighing platform and terminal

After the ID code is displayed, press the

key again.

CHE CAL is displayed. The weighing platform is tested.

After a successful test CAL ok is displayed briefly.
The terminal then changes to normal operation.
Note

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If a calibration error CAL Err is displayed during testing, repeat the test. If the error
is displayed again, inform the METTLER TOLEDO Service.

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Settings in the menu

Settings in the menu

Settings can be changed and functions can be activated in the menu. This enables
adaptation to individual weighing requirements.
The menu consists of 6 main blocks containing various submenus on several levels.

3.1
3.1.1

Operating the menu

Calling up the menu and entering the password
The menu differentiates between 2 operating levels: Operator and Supervisor. The
Supervisor level can be protected by a password. When the device is delivered, both
levels are accessible without a password.

Operator menu

1. Press

and keep it pressed until COdE appears.

2. Press

again.

The menu item tErMINL appears. Only the submenu dEVICE is accessible.
Supervisor menu

1. Press

and keep it pressed until COdE appears.

2. Enter the password and confirm with

The first menu item SCALE appears.

Note

No supervisor password has been defined when the device is first delivered. Therefore,
respond to the password inquiry with
when you call up the menu for the first time.
If a password has still not been entered after a few seconds, the scale returns to weighing mode.
Emergency password for Supervisor access to the menu
If a password has been issued for Supervisor access to the menu and you have forgotten it, you can still enter the menu:
Press

20

3 times and confirm with

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Settings in the menu

3.1.2

Selecting and setting parameters

COdE

tErMINL

APPLIC

SCALE

dISPLAY

T
tArE

dEVICE

...

ACCESS

SLEEP

COM 1

rESEt

PWr.OFF b.LIGHt

Scroll back: Press

Press

Exiting menu

1. Press

COM 2

...

Scroll forward: Press

Activating menu items/

accepting selection

End
T

Scrolling on one level

dIAGNOS

T
CAL

COMMUNI

MOdE

PriNtEr PArAMEt rSt.COMX

The last menu item End appears.

2. Press

The inquiry SAVE appears.

3. Confirm inquiry with

to save the settings and return to weighing mode.

-or Press
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to discard changes and return to weighing mode.

The SCALE menu block depends on the built-in scale interface.

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Settings in the menu

3.2

Overview
Factory settings are printed bold in the following overview.

Level 1

Level 2

SCALE

CAL

(analog)

dISPLAY

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

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UNIt1

g, kg, oz, lb, t

UNIt2

g, kg, oz, lb, t

25

rESOLU
UNt.rOLL

ON, OFF

A-tArE

ON, OFF

ChAIn.tr

ON, OFF

A.CL-tr

ON, OFF, 9 d

ZErO

AZM

OFF; 0.5 d; 1 d; 2 d; 5 d; 10 d

rEStArt

ON, OFF

FILtEr

VibrAt

LOW, MEd, HIGH,

PrOCESS

UNIVEr, dOSING

StAbILI

FASt, StAndrd, PrECISE

Min.WEiG

ON/OFF

ON, OFF

rESEt

SUrE?

dISPLAY

UNIt2

g, kg, oz, lb, t

UNt.rOLL

ON, OFF

A-tArE

ON, OFF

ChAIn.tr

ON, OFF

A.CL-tr

ON, OFF, 9 d

ZErO

AZM

ON, OFF

rEStArt

ON, OFF

FILtEr

VibrAt

StAbLE, nOrMAL, UnStAbL,

PrOCESS

FinEFiL, UNIVErS, AbSOLUt

StAbILI

ASd=0, ASd=1, ASd=2, ASd=3, ASd=4

tArE

SCALE
(IDNet)

tArE

APPLIC

22

25

25
26
26

26
26
27
27

27
27
28

UPdAtE

Setting possibilities depend on the connected scale

28

Min.WEiG

ON/OFF

28

rESEt

SUrE?

28

AVErAGE

OFF, AUtO, MAnuAL

29

rESEt

SUrE?

29

ON, OFF

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Settings in the menu

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

tERMINL

dEVICE

SLEEP

OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min,

30 min

PWr OFF

OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min,

30 min

b.LIGHt

ON, OFF, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec,

1 min

COMMUNI

Level 5

Level 6

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ACCESS

SUPErVI

30

rESEt

SUrE?

30

COM 1/COM 2 MOdE

30

Print
A.Print
CONtINU
dIALOG
MMr
MMr.A.SIr
CONt.OLd
dIAL.OLd
dt-b

dt-G

GrOSS

ON, OFF

tArE

ON, OFF

nEt

ON, OFF

GrOSS

ON, OFF

tArE

ON, OFF

nEt

ON, OFF

COnt-Wt
2nd.dISP
InSt.Prn
PriNtEr

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tYPE

ASCII, GA46

tEMPLat

StdArd, tEMPLt1,
tEMPLt2

ASCi.Fmt

LINE.FMt

MULtI
SINGLE
FIXEd

LENGtH

1 ... 24 ... 100

SEPArAt

, ; ...

Add LF

0 ... 9

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Settings in the menu

Level 1

COMMUNI

Level 2

OPtION

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

PArAMEt

bAUd

300 ... 2400 ... 38400

PAritY

7 nonE, 8 nonE, 7 odd,

8 odd, 7 EVEN, 8 EVEN

H.SHAKE

NO, XONXOFF, nEt 422,

nEt 485

NEt.Addr

0 ... 31

ChECSuM

ON, OFF

Vcc

ON, OFF

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rSt.COMx

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EtH.NEt

IP.AddrS, SUbNEt, GAtEWAY

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WLAn

IP.AddrS, SUbNEt, GAtEWAY, SIGNAL

USb

USb tESt

diGitAL

IN 0 ... 3

OFF, ZErO, tArE,

Print, CLEAr, UNIt

OUt 0 ... 3

OFF, StAbLE, bEL.Min,

AbV.Min, UndErLd,
OVErLd, StAr, ...

SEt.Pt 1
SEt.Pt 2
dEF.PrN

dIAGNOS

tEMPLt1/
tEMPLt2

LINE 1 ...
LINE 8

NOt.USEd, HEAdEr,
GrOSS, tArE, nEt,
StArLN, CrLF, F.FEEd

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tESt SC
KboArd
dISPLAY
SNr
LiSt
rESEt.AL

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3.3
3.3.1

Settings in the menu

Scale settings (SCALE) analog

CAL calibration (adjustment)
This menu item is not available for certified scales.
1. Unload scale.

CAL

2. Activate menu item CAL with

. The scale determines the zero point.
0- appears in the display. The calibration weight to be placed on the scale then
flashes in the display.
3. If necessary, change the weight value displayed with

4. Place the calibration weight on the scale and confirm with

The scale calibrates with the calibration weight loaded. After calibration is completed, -donE- appears briefly in the display, and the scale automatically returns
to weighing mode.
In order to achieve particularly high precision, calibrate under full load.
3.3.2

DISPLAY weighing unit and display accuracy

UNIt1

Select weighing unit 1: g, kg, oz, lb, t

UNIt2

Select weighing unit 2: g, kg, oz, lb, t

rESOLU

Select readability (resolution), model-dependent

UNt.rOLL

When UNT.rOLL is switched on, the weight value can be displayed in all available
units with
.

Notes

In the case of certified scales individual sub-items of the dISPLAY menu item

may not be available or only to a limited extent, depending on the respective

country.
On dual-range/dual interval scales, resolutions marked with |<>| 1/2 are

divided up into 2 weighing ranges / intervals, e.g. 2 x 3000 d.

3.3.3

TARE tare function

A-tArE

Switching on/off automatic taring

CHAIn.tr

Switching on/off chain tare

A.CL-tr

Switching on/off automatic clearing of the tare weight when the load is removed from
scale
Possible settings: OFF, ON, 9 d
3.3.4

AZM

ZERO automatic zero update

On certified scales, this menu item does not appear.
Switching on/off automatic zero update and selecting zeroing range.
Possible settings: OFF; 0.5 d; 1 d; 2 d; 5 d; 10 d

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Settings in the menu

3.3.5

RESTART automatic saving of zero point and tare value

When the Restart function is activated, the last zero point and tare value are saved.
After switching off / on or after a power interruption, the device continues to work with
the saved zero point and tare value.

ON/OFF

3.3.6

FILTER adaptation to the ambient conditions and the weighing type

Adaptation to the ambient conditions

VIbrAt

Very steady and stable environment. The scale works very rapidly, but is very

LOW

sensitive to external influences.

MEd

Normal environment. The scale operates at medium speed.

HIGH

Restless environment. The scale works more slowly, but is insensitive to external

influences.
Adaptation to the weighing process

PrOCESS
UNIVEr

Universal setting for all weighing samples and normal weighing goods

dOSING

Dispensing liquid or powdery weighing samples

Adjusting the stability detector

StAbILI
FASt

The scale operates very fast.

StAndrd

The scale operates at medium speed.

PrECISE

The scale operates with the greatest possible reproducibility.

The slower the scale works, the greater the reproducibility of the weighing results.
3.3.7

MIN.WEIG minimum weight

This menu item appears only if the service technician has saved a minimum weight.
Switching minimum weight function on/off

ON/OFF

If the weight on the scale falls below the stored minimum weight, an * appears on
the display in front of the weight indicator.
3.3.8
SUrE?

RESET resetting scale settings to factory settings

Confirmation inquiry
Reset the scale settings to factory settings with
Do not reset scale settings with

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3.4
3.4.1

Settings in the menu

Scale settings (SCALE) IDNet

DISPLAY weighing unit

UNIt2

Select weighing unit 2: g, kg, oz, lb, t

UNt.rOLL

When UNT.rOLL is switched on, the weight value can be displayed in all available
units with
.

Notes

In the case of certified scales individual sub-items of the dISPLAY menu item

may not be available or only to a limited extent, depending on the respective

country.
For two-range/two-interval scales, resolutions identified with |<>| 1/2 are

divided into the 2 weighing ranges/intervals, for example 2 x 3000 d.

3.4.2

TARE tare function

A-tArE

Switching on/off automatic taring

CHAIn.tr

Switching on/off chain tare

A.CL-tr

Switching on/off automatic clearing of the tare weight when the load is removed from
scale
Possible settings: OFF, ON, 9 d
3.4.3

ZERO automatic zero update

On certified scales, this menu item does not appear.

AZM

Switching on/off automatic zero update.

The effective range of the zero update mode (0.5 d, 1.0 d, 3.0 d) can only be set
by service technicians in case of IDNet scales.
Factory setting: 0.5 d
3.4.4
ON/OFF

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RESTART automatic saving of zero point and tare value

When the Restart function is activated, the last zero point and tare value are saved.
After switching off /on or after a power interruption, the device continues to work with
the saved zero point and tare value.

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Settings in the menu

3.4.5

FILTER adaptation to the ambient conditions and the weighing type

Adaptation to the ambient conditions

VIbrAt

Very steady and stable environment. The scale works very rapidly, but is very

StAbLE

sensitive to external influences.

nOrMAL

Normal environment. The scale operates at medium speed.

UnStAbL

Restless environment. The scale operates more slowly, but is insensitive to exter-

nal influences.
Adaptation to the weighing process

PrOCESS
FinEFiL

Dispensing of liquid or powdered weighing samples

UniVErs

Universal setting for all weighing modes and normal weighing samples

AbSOLUt

For solid bodies under extreme conditions, e.g. strong vibrations

ASD = 0

StAbILI

Stability monitoring switched off

Only possible for non-verifiable weighing platforms

ASd=0 ... ASd=4

ASD = 1
ASD = 2

ASD = 3

ASD = 4
3.4.6

Good reproducibility

Rapid display

Excellent reproducibility

Slow display

UPDATE setting the display speed of the weight display

This menu item is only displayed if the UPDATE function is supported by the connected
weighing platform.

xx UPS

Selecting the number of updates per second (UPS)

Note

The possible settings depend on the connected weighing platform.

3.4.7

MIN.WEIG minimum weighing-in quantity

This menu item appears only if the service technician has saved a minimum weight.
Switching minimum weight function on/off

ON/OFF

If the weight on the scale falls below the stored minimum weight, an * appears on
the display in front of the weight indicator.
3.4.8
SUrE?

RESET resetting scale settings to factory settings

Confirmation inquiry
Reset the scale settings to factory settings with
Do not reset scale settings with

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3.5
3.5.1

Settings in the menu

Application settings (APPLICATION)

AVERAGE determining the average weight for an unstable load

OFF

Calculating average weight switched off

AUtO

Calculating average weight with automatic start of the weighing cycle

MAnuAL

Calculating average weight with manual start of the weighing cycle via
3.5.2

RESET resetting application settings to factory settings

Confirmation inquiry

SUrE?

Reset the application settings to factory settings with

Do not reset the application settings with

3.6
3.6.1
SLEEP

Terminal settings (TERMINAL)

DEVICE sleep mode, energy-saving mode and display backlighting
This menu item only appears on devices in mains operation.
When SLEEP is activated, the scale switches off display and backlighting after the
time period set when not in use. The display and backlighting are switched on again
at the press of a key or if the weight changes.
Possible settings: OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min, 30 min

PWr OFF

This menu item only appears on devices in battery operation.

When PWr OFF is activated, the device switches itself off automatically after
approx. 3 minutes when not in use. After this, it must be switched on again using
.
Possible settings: OFF, 1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 15 min, 30 min

b.LIGHt
OFF / 5 sec / ...

Set the background lighting of the display

Setting whether and after which time the background lighting is to be switched off.
Scales with a storage battery switch the background lighting off automatically by
default when no action takes place at the scale for approx. 5 seconds.
Possible settings:
OFF (switched off), 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, ON (switched on)

Notes

This menu item is accessible without a Supervisor password.

The time specifications are approximate values.

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Settings in the menu

3.6.2

ACCESS password for Supervisor menu access

Password entry for Supervisor menu access

SUPErVI

Request to enter password

ENtEr.C

Enter the password and confirm with

Request to repeat the password entry

rEtYPE.C

Enter the password again and confirm with

The password can consist of up to 4 characters.

Notes

The key

must not be part of the password. It is required for confirming the

password.
The key

may only be used in combination with another key.

If you enter an impermissible code or make a typing error in the repetition,

COdE.Err. appears in the display.

3.6.3

RESET resetting terminal settings to the factory settings

Confirmation inquiry

SUrE?

Reset terminal settings to the factory settings with

Do not reset the terminal settings with

3.7
3.7.1

Configuring interfaces (COMMUNICATION)

COM1/COM2 -> MODE operating mode of the serial interface

Print

Manual data output to the printer with

A.Print

Automatic output of stable results to the printer (e. g. for series weighing operations)

CONtINU

Ongoing output of all weight values via the interface

dIALOG

Bi-directional communication via MT-SICS commands, control of the scale via PC

MMr

Bidirectional communication via MMR commands, controlling of a scale via a PC,

command set compatible to the weighing terminals ID1 and ID3.

MMr.A.SIr

Automatic continuous transmission: a stable or dynamic weight value is transmitted

after every measuring cycle.

CONt.OLd

As per CONtINU, see above, but with 2 fixed blanks in front of the unit (compatible
with Spider 1/2/3)

dIAL.OLd

As per dIALOG, see above, but with 2 fixed blanks in front of the unit (compatible
with Spider 1/2/3)

dt-b

DigiTOL-compatible format.

dt-G
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GrOSS

Transfer of the gross weight, identified with "B"

tArE

Transfer of the tare weight

nEt

Transfer of the net weight

As per dt-b, see above, gross weight identified with "G"

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Settings in the menu

COnt-Wt

TOLEDO Continuous mode

2nd.dISP

For connecting a second display (automatically activates the 5-V voltage supply at
Pin 9)

InSt.Prn

Immediate manual data output to the printer with

3.7.2

(not certifiable)

COM1/COM2 -> PRINTER settings for protocol printout

This menu item only appears if the mode "Print" or "A.Print" is selected.
Select the printer type

tYPE
ASCII

ASCII printer

GA46

GA46 printer

Selecting protocol printout

tEmPLat
StdArd

Standard printout

tEmPLt1

Printout in accordance with Template 1

tEmPLt2

Printout in accordance with Template 2

Selecting formats for the protocol printout

ASCi.Fmt

Line format: MULtI (multiple lines), SINGLE (single lines) or FIXEd

LINE.Fmt

(Records are output in single lines. Every record encompasses the number of
character that was defined under LENGtH.)
Line length: 0 to100 characters, is only displayed at the line format MULtI and

LENGtH

FIXEd
SEPArAt

Separator: , ; . / \ _ and space; appears only with line format SINGLE

Add LF

Line feed: 0 ... 9

3.7.3

COM1/COM2 -> PARAMET communication parameters

bAUd

Selecting baud rate: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 baud

PAritY

Selecting parity: 7 none, 8 none, 7 odd, 8 odd, 7 even, 8 even

H.SHAKE

Select handshake: NO, XONXOFF, NET 422 (network operation via the optional
RS422/RS485 interface via 4-wire bus, only for COM1), NET 485 (network operation via the optional RS422/RS485 interface via 2-wire bus, only for COM1)

NEt.Addr

Assigning network address: 0 ... 31, only for NET 485

ChECSuM

Activating checksum byte (appears only in TOLEDO Continuous mode)

Vcc

Switching 5 V voltage, e.g. for a bar code reader or the optional interface
RS485/422, on/off

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Settings in the menu

3.7.4

COM1/COM2 -> RESET COM1/RESET COM2 resetting serial interface to factory

settings
Confirmation inquiry

SUrE?

Reset interface settings to factory settings with

Do not reset the interface settings with

3.7.5

OPTION configuring options

If no option is installed or is not yet configured, N.A. appears in the display.
Configuration of the Ethernet interface

EtH.NEt
IP.AddrS

Enter IP address

SUbNEt

Enter Subnet address

GAtEWAY

Enter Gateway address

Configuration of the WLAN interface

WLAn
IP.AddrS

Enter IP address

SUbNEt

Enter subnet address

GAtEWAY

Enter gateway address

SIGNAL

SIG ... shows the signal strength of the WLAN connection as a percentage value.

0 to 25
very weak
26 to 49
weak
50 to 74
good
75 to 100 excellent
Reliable operation requires at least a good signal strength.
Configuration of the USB interface

USb
USb tESt

Test of the USB interface. After the test has been passed, rEAdY appears in the

display.
Configuration of the digital inputs/outputs

diGitAL
IN 0 ... 3

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Configuring inputs 0 ... 3

OFF

Input not assigned

ZErO

Key

tArE

Key

PriNt

Key

CLEAr

Key

UNIt

Key

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OUt 0 ... 3

Settings in the menu

Configuring outputs 0 ... 3

OFF

Output not assigned

StAbLE

Stable weight value

bEL.Min

Minimum weight not reached

AbV.Min

Minimum weight reached or exceeded

UNdErLd

Insufficient load

OVErLd

Overload

StAr

Changed/calculated value

bEL.SP1

Setpoint 1 not reached

AbV.SP1

Setpoint 1 reached or exceeded

bEL.SP2

Setpoint 2 not reached

AbV.SP2

Setpoint 2 reached or exceeded

SEt.Pt1

Enter value for setpoint 1

SEt.Pt2

Enter value for setpoint 2

3.7.6

tEMPLt1/tEMPLt2
LINE 1 ... 8

DEF.PRN configuring templates

Selecting Template 1 or Template 2
Selecting line

NOt.USEd

Line not used

HEAdEr

Line as header. The contents of the header must be defined via an interface com-

mand, see Section 4.1.

GrOSS

Gross weight

tArE

Tare weight

nEt

Net weight

StArLN

Line with ***

CrLF

Line feed (blank line)

F.FEEd

Page feed

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Settings in the menu

3.8
tESt SC

Diagnosis and printing out of the menu settings (DIAGNOS)

Testing the scale
This menu item is only displayed at scales with an analog scale interface.

External

Testing scale with external calibration weight

1. The scale checks the zero point. -0- appears in the display. The test weight
flashes in the display.
2. If necessary, change the weight value displayed with

3. Put the calibration weight on the scale and confirm with

.
.

4. The scale checks the calibration weight put on them.

5. After the test is completed, the deviation from the last calibration briefly appears
in the display, ideally *d=0.0g, after which the scale changes to the next menu
item KboArd.
KboArd
PUSH 1 ... 6

Keyboard test
Press the keys

in order. If the key works, the

scale changes to the next key.

Note
You cannot abort the keyboard test!
If you have selected the menu item KboArd, you must press all keys.
dISPLAY

Display test: The scale displays all functioning segments

SNr

Display of the serial number

LiSt

Printout of a list of all menu settings

rESEt.AL

Resetting all menu settings to the factory settings

SUrE?

Confirmation inquiry
Reset all menu settings to the factory settings with
Do not reset the menu settings with

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Interface description

Interface description
4.1

SICS interface commands

The device supports the command set MT-SICS (METTLER TOLEDO Standard Interface
Command Set). With SICS commands, it is possible to configure, query and operate
the scales from a PC. SICS commands are divided up into various levels.

4.1.1

LEVEL 0

LEVEL 1

Available SICS commands

Command

Meaning

Reset the scale

I0

Inquiry of all available SICS commands

I1

Inquiry of SICS level and SICS versions

I2

Inquiry of scale data

I3

Inquiry of scale software version

I4

Inquiry of serial number

I6

Inquiry of weighing parameters

Send stable weight value

SI

Send weight value immediately

SIR

Send weight value repeatedly

Zero the scale

ZI

Zero immediately

Write text into display

DW

Weight display

Keyboard check

SR

Send and repeat stable weight value

Tare

TA

Tare value

TAC

Clear tare

TI

Tare immediately
In the case of Levels 0 and 1, these are commands which, if implemented, will
function identically with all METTLER TOLEDO scales or weighing terminals.
In addition there are also further interface commands which apply either to the entire
product series or to the particular application level. This and further information on the
MT-SICS command set may be found in the MT-SICS Manual (Order Number
22 011 459 or at www.mt.com) or be obtained by request from your METTLER
TOLEDO customer service representative.

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Interface description

4.1.2

Requirements for communication between scale and PC

The scale must be connected to the RS232, RS485, USB or Ethernet interface of a

PC with a suitable cable.

The interface of the scale must be set to "Dialog" mode, see Section 4.6.1.
A terminal progam must be available on the PC, e.g. HyperTerminal.
The communication parameters baud rate and parity must be set in the terminal

program and on the scale to the same values, see Section 4.6.3.
4.1.3

Notes on network operation via the optional interface RS422/485

Up to 32 scales can be networked with the optional RS422/485 interface. In network
operation, the scales must be addressed from the computer before commands can be
sent and weighing results received.
Address

Hex

ASCII

0x30

0x31

0x32

...

...

...

0x39

10

0x3A

11

0x3B

...

...

...

31

0x4F

Description of the steps

Host

Direction

1. Host addresses the scale, e.g. with the address

3A hex.

<ESC> :

>

2. Host sends a SICS command, e.g. SI

SI <CRLF>

>

Scale

3. The scale confirms receipt of the command and

sends the address back

<

<ESC>:

4. The scale responds to the command and returns

control of the bus to the host

<

S_S____45.02_kg

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4.2
4.2.1

Interface description

TOLEDO Continuous mode

TOLEDO Continuous commands
In TOLEDO Continuous mode the scale supports the following input commands:

4.2.2

Command

Meaning

Printing out the current result

Taring of the scale

Zero setting of the display

Deleting of the current value

Output format in TOLEDO Continuous mode

Weight values are always transferred in TOLEDO Continuous mode in the following
format:

Status

Field 1

STX

SWA SWB SWC MSD

Field 2
6

10

11

LSD MSD

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

LSD

CR

CHK

Field 1

Cont-Wt: 6 digits for the weight value that is transferred without comma and unit

Field 2

Cont-Wt: 6 digits for the tare weight that is transferred without comma and unit

STX

ASCII character 02 hex, character for "start of text"

SWA, SWB, SWC

Status words A, B, C, see below

MSD

Most significant digit

LSD

Least significant digit

CR

Carriage Return, ASCII character 0D hex

CHK

Checksum (2-complement of the binary sum of the 7 lower bits of all the characters sent
beforehand incl. STX and CR)

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Interface description

Status word A
Status bit
Function

Selection

Decimal
position

X00

X0

0.X

0.0X

0.00X

0.000X

0.0000X

Numerical X1
increment X2

X5

Status word B

Status word C
Function/Value

Function/Value

Bit

kg/lb

oz

Bit

Gross/Net: Net = 1

Sign: Negative = 1

Overload/Underload = 1

Movement = 1

Print request = 1

lb/kg: kg = 1

Extended = 1

Power up = 1

Tare manually, only kg = 1

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4.3

Interface description

MMR interface commands

The device supports the command set MMR (METTLER MultiRange). This command
set is compatible to the weighing terminals ID1 and ID3. For new installations we
recommend the SICS command set, refer to Section 4.1.

4.3.1

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Available MMR commands

Command

Meaning

AR

Read application block

AW

Write application block

Describe display

R0

Switch on the keyboard

R1

Switch off the keyboard

Transmit stable weight value

SI

Transmit weight value immediately

SIR

Transmit weight value immediately and repeat

SR

Transmit stable weight value and repeat

SX

Transmit stable data record

SXI

Transmit data record immediately

SXIR

Transmit data record immediately and repeat

Taring

Switch over weight unit

Setting to zero

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Interface description

4.3.2

Syntax and formats

Commands have to be entered as ASCII characters and completed with CRLF.
The following ASCII characters are available: 20 hex/32 dec ... 7F hex/127 dec.
Command format when transmitting weight values

Identification

Weight value

Unit

Limit

String of characters for

specification of command
(1 ... 4 characters)

Blank

1 ... 8 digits,
Number of digits
variable

Blank

1 ... 3 characters,
Number of characters
variable

CRLF

Response format when transmitting weight values

Identification

Weight value

Unit

Limit

String of characters for

specification of the
response
(2 ... 3 characters)

Blank

10 digits,
right-justified, fill with
blanks

Blank

3 characters,
left-justified, fill with
blanks

CRLF

Example
Tare specification
command

T_13.295_kg

Tare specification
response

TBH_ _ _ _ _ 13.295_kg_

4.3.3

Error messages
Error messages consist of 2 characters and the delimiter CRLF.

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Error
message

Meaning

Description

ET

Transmission error

Error in the received bit sequence, e.g. parity

error, missing stop bit

ES

Syntax error

The received character string cannot be

processed, e.g. command does not exist

EL

Logic error

Command cannot be executed,

command is not supported on this
application level

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4.3.4

Interface description

Available application blocks

The device disposes of the following application blocks. The numbers of application
blocks that can be written are printed in bold.

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No.

Content

002

Current program number

003

<STX>

004

<ETX>

006

<CR><LF>

007

Gross, 2nd unit

008

Net, 2nd unit

009

Tare, 2nd unit

011

Gross, 1st unit

012

Net, 1st unit

013

Tare, 1st unit

014

Display contents

016

Dynamic weighing

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Event and error messages

Event and error messages

Error

Cause

Remedy

Display dark

Back lighting set too dark

Set back lighting (b.LIGHt)

brighter

No mains voltage

Check mains

Unit switched off

Switch on unit

Mains cable not plugged in

Plug in mains plug

Brief fault

Switch device off and back on

again

Load plate not on the scale

Place load plate on the scale

Weighing range not reached

Set to zero

Weighing range exceeded

Unload scale

Insufficient load
Overload

Reduce preload
Result not yet stable

If necessary, adjust vibration

adapter or weigh dynamically

Function not permissible

Unload scale and set to zero

Zeroing not possible with over-

Unload scale

load or insufficient load

No calibration

Unplug the mains plug then plug

it back in; switch unit off and then
back on in battery mode
Calibrate scale
Call METTLER TOLEDO Service

Printout not yet ended

End printout
Repeat required action

Switching the weighing unit

End dynamic weighing

impermissible during dynamic

weighing
No IDNet scale found

Check connectors and cabling

Call METTLER TOLEDO service

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Error

Event and error messages

Cause

Remedy

Data communication with IDNet

Remove and plug the power plug

back in. In case of battery
operation switch the device off
and on again

scale faulty

Call METTLER TOLEDO service

Restart error

Remove and plug the power plug

back in. In case of battery
operation switch the device off
and on again
Call METTLER TOLEDO service

Weighing error

Remove and plug the power plug

back in. In case of battery
operation switch the device off
and on again
Call METTLER TOLEDO service

EAROM checksum error

Unplug the mains plug then plug

it back in; switch unit off and then
back on in battery mode
Call METTLER TOLEDO Service

Weight display unstable

Restless installation location

Adjust vibration adapter

Draft

Avoid drafts

Restless weighing sample

Weigh dynamically

Contact between weighing pan

Remedy contact

and/or weighing sample and

surroundings
Incorrect weight display

Mains fault

Check mains

Incorrect zeroing

Unload scale, set to zero and

repeat weighing operation

Incorrect tare value

Clear tare

Contact between weighing pan

Remedy contact

and/or weighing sample and

surroundings
Scale tilted

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Technical data and accessories

6.1
6.1.1

Technical data
General data

IND429 / IND429xx / BBA429

Applications

Weighing
Dynamic weighing

Settings

Resolution can be selected

Weighing unit can be selected: g, kg, oz, lb, t
Taring function: Manual, automatic, next tare
Automatic zero compensation mode during switching on and during operation
Filter for adapting to the environmental conditions (vibration adapter)
Filter for adapting to the weighing mode, e.g. dispensing (weighing process

adapter)
Switch-off function, sleep mode for power-operated devices, energy saving mode

for storage battery operation

Display illumination

Display

LCD liquid crystal display, digit height 16 mm, backlighting

Keyboard

Tactile-touch membrane keypad

Scratch-resistant labelling

Housing

Stainless steel 1.4301 or AISI 304

For dimensions, see Page 46

Net weight

IND429/IND429xx with AC power

approx. 2.2 kg

supply unit
IND429/IND429xx with storage

approx. 2.8 kg

battery
BBA429-A with AC power supply unit approx. 9.0 kg
BBA429-A with storage battery

approx. 9.6 kg

BBA429-BB with AC power supply

approx. 12.1 kg

unit
BBA429-BB with storage battery

Protection type
(DIN 40050)

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approx. 12.7 kg

IP69K

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Mains connection

Direct connection to power supply (supply voltage fluctuation not exceeding 10 %

of the rated voltage)
IND429 weighing terminal:

Rated voltage 100 ... 240 VAC / 47 ... 63 Hz / 300 mA

IND429xx weighing terminal:

Rated voltage 230 VAC 10 % / 47 ... 63 Hz / 300 mA

BBA429 compact scale

Rated voltage 100 ... 240 VAC / 47 ... 63 Hz / 300 mA

Storage battery operation

Supply at device: 24 VDC / 1.0 A

If the supply voltage is interrupted, the scale switches automatically over to storage
battery operation
For operating life, see Section 6.1.2.

Ignition protection type

IND429xx
(to IEC 60079-15)

Hazardous area Zone 2:

Device category II 3G EEx nA II T4,

Temperature range 10 C ... +40 C / 14 F ... 104 F
Hazardous area Zone 22:

Device category II 3D IP66 T 70C

Ambient conditions

Interfaces

Application

in interiors

Height

up to 2,000 m

Temperature range Class III

10 ... +40 C /14 ... 104 F

Temperature range Class II

0 ... +40 C /32 ... 104 F

Installation/overvoltage category

II

Pollution degree

Relative humidity

up to max. 80 %, non-condensing

1 RS232 interface integrated

1 further optional interface possible

Technical data for analog

scales

For technical data of the analog scales to be connected to IND429 / IND429xx

please refer to the "IND4x9 / BBA4x9" installation instructions.
For technical data of the weighing platform used at BBA429 please refer to the
PBA430 operating instructions.

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6.1.2

Operating life with storage battery

The operating life during storage battery operation differs depending on the intensity of
use, the configuration and the connected scale.
The following approximate values apply with activated background lighting and with
standard RS232 interface.
Scale

Conditions

Scale with 1 DMS weighing cell

10 % operating time

(e.g. BBA429)

90 % power-off mode

Scale with 4 DMS weighing cells

Duration
120 h

Continuous operation

12 h

10% operating time

90 h

90% power-off mode

K line

Continuous operation

9h

10% operating time

70 h

90% power-off mode

Continuous operation

7h

Any additional optional equipment reduces the operating life correspondingly.

6.1.3

IND429 / IND429xx weighing terminal dimensions

289

18

129

180
188

Dimensions in mm

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Technical data and accessories

BBA429 compact scale dimensions

432

216

Dimensions in mm

6.1.5

Model

BBA429-A...

300

102.5

235

240

175

380

BBA429-BB

400

104.5

335

300

235

450

Interface connections
The device can be equipped with a maximum of 2 communication interfaces. The
following combinations are possible:

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COM1

COM2

Standard

RS232

Standard + RS232

RS232

RS232

Standard + RS422/485

RS422/485

RS232

Standard + Ethernet

RS232

Ethernet

Standard + USB

RS232

USB

Standard + Digital I/O

RS232

Digital I/O

Standard + WLAN

RS232

WLAN

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6.2

Accessories
Designation

Order number

GA46 thermal printer, RS232, 2.5 m cable and connector incl., 00 505 471
not for a hazardous area
GA46 thermal printer, RS232, 0.4 m cable and connector incl., 00 507 229
not for a hazardous area
GA46-W thermal printer, take-up device/protective hood,
RS232, 2.5 m cable and connector incl.,
not for a hazardous area

00 505 799

GA46-W thermal printer, take-up device/protective hood,

RS232, 0.4 m cable and connector incl.,
not for a hazardous area

00 507 230

Secondary display ADI419 (display without background

lighting, stainless steel, IP69K, RS232, 3 m cable incl.),
not for a hazardous area

22 013 962

Secondary display ADI419-B (display with background lighting, 22 014 022

stainless steel, IP69K, RS232, 3 m cable incl.),
not for a hazardous area
RS232 cable for SICS second scale
(3 m, 8 pin <-> 9 pin Sub D connector)

22 006 795

RS232 cable for PC (3 m, 8 pin <-> 9 pin Sub D socket)

00 504 376

RS232 mating plug, 8 pin

00 503 756

RS422/RS485 cable (3 m, 6 pin <-> open ends)

00 204 933

RS422/RS485 mating plug, 6 pin

00 204 866

Ethernet 10/100 Base T twisted pair cable (5 m -> 8 pin RJ45) 00 205 247
Ethernet10/100 Base T twisted pair cable
(20 m -> 8 pin RJ45)

00 208 152

USB adapter cable (0.2 m -> USB Series A socket)

22 006 268

USB adapter cable (3 m -> USB Series A socket)

22 007 713

Relay box for digital I/O option,

not for a hazardous area

22 011 967

Connection cable Digital I/O option with relay box (10 m)

00 504 458

Digital I/O mating plug, 19 pin

00 504 461

Protective hood for IND4x9 terminals (set with 3 pieces)

not for a hazardous area

22 013 963

Protective hood for BBA4x9 compact scales (set with 3 pieces) 22 013 992
Stand, stainless steel, for IND4x9 and PBA430, height 330 mm 22 013 964
Stand, stainless steel, for IND4x9 and PBA430, height 660 mm 22 013 965

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Designation

Order number

Stand, stainless steel, for IND4x9 and KA, KB, MA, MB and DB
weighing platforms

22 014 836

Bench stand, stainless steel, for IND4x9, suitable for mounting

frame 503632 and 504854

22 014 835

Floor stand, stainless steel, for IND4x9

22 014 834

Stand base for floor stand

22 011 982

Wall adapter, stainless steel, for IND4x9, tiltable

22 013 966

Wall bracket, stainless steel, for IND4x9, rotatable and tiltable

22 014 833

GA46 mounting plate, stainless steel, for bench stand, floor

stand and wall bracket

22 011 985

External storage battery for BBA4x9, stainless steel, IP69K

(without charger)

22 013 988

Charger for version with internal or external storage battery

(incl. power cable)

22 014 056

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Appendix

Appendix
7.1

Safety checks
The device has been tested by accredited inspection bodies. It has passed the safety
checks listed below and carries the relevant test symbols. Production is subject to production monitoring by the inspection offices.

Country

Test symbol

Standard

Canada

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-92

(fr IND429)

USA
C

US

CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-04

(fr BBA429)
UL Std. No. 61010A-1

Other countries

CB Scheme

EU

ATEX prototype test certificate

IEC/EN61010-1:2001
only for IND429xx:
EN 60079-15:2003
EN 50281-1-1:1998

7.2

Tests for utilisation in hygienically sensitive areas

Weighing terminal IND429 and compact scale BBA429 have been assessed by the
EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group) and the NSF (National
Sanitation Foundation).
Both institutes certify the fulfilment of the hygienic requirements for easy cleaning
(Hygienic Design Criteria).

EHEDG

The EHEDG is an association of device manufacturers, firms in the foodstuff industry,

research institutes and health authorities. It was founded in 1989 with the aim of promoting the hygienically faultless manufacturing and packaging of foodstuffs. A positive expertise of the device by the EHEDG has taken place.
A corresponding report is available on the Internet under www.mt.com.

NSF

NSF is an independent NGO founded in 1944 in the USA. Corresponding regulations

were published for the use of devices in the foodstuff industry. The device fulfils the
NSF criteria C-2 (Special Equipment and/or Devices) for use in the foodstuff industry.
The corresponding certificate is available on the Internet under www.mt.com.

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Appendix

Working to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

Weighing terminal IND429 and compact scale BBA429 were evaluated by the Steinbeis-Transferinstitut Berlin with the following result:
"The device is excellently suited for GMP working to EC-GMP Guideline Annex 15
and PIC/S Guideline PI 006-1."
The evaluation encompasses the following points:
Requirements for surfaces in the pharmaceutical production
Ability to be cleaned
Calibration
Documentation with regard to qualification

The corresponding certificate is available on the Internet under www.mt.com.

7.4

Tables of geo values

For weighing instruments verified at the manufacturers, the geo value indicates the
country or geographical zone for which the instrument is verified. The geo value set in
the instrument (e.g."Geo 18") appears briefly after switch-on or is specified on a label.
Table GEO VALUES 3000e shows the geo values for European countries.
Table GEO VALUES 6000e/7500e shows the geo values for different gravitation
zones.

7.4.1

GEO VALUES 3000e, OIML Class III (European Countries)

Geographical latitude

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Geo value

Country

4622' 4901'

18

Austria

4930' 5130'

21

Belgium

4141' 4413'

16

Bulgaria

4224' 4632'

18

Croatia

4834' 5103'

20

Czechia

5434' 5745'

23

Denmark

5730' 5940'

24

Estonia

5948' 6400'

25*

Finland

6400' 7005'

26

4120' 4500'

17

4500' 5100'

19*

4700' 5500'

20

Germany

3448' 4145'

15

Greece

4545' 4835'

19

Hungary

France

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Geographical latitude

Geo value

Country

6317' 6709'

26

Iceland

5105' 5505'

22

Ireland

3547' 4705'

17

Italy

5530' 5804'

23

Latvia

4703' 4714'

18

Liechtenstein

5354' 5624'

22

Lithuiania

4927' 5011'

20

Luxemburg

5046' 5332'

21

Netherlands

5757' 6400'

24*

Norway

6400' 7111'

26

4900' 5430'

21

Poland

3658' 4210'

15

Portugal

4337' 4815'

18

Romania

4744' 4946'

19

Slovakia

4526' 4635'

18

Slovenia

3600' 4347'

15

Spain

5520' 6200'

24*

Sweden

6200' 6904'

26

4549' 4749'

18

Switzerland

3551' 4206'

16

Turkey

4900' 5500'

21*

United Kingdom

5500' 6200'

23

* factory setting

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Appendix

GEO VALUES 6000e/7500e OIML Class III (Height 1000 m)

Geographical latitude

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Geo value

0000' 1244'

0546' 1710'

1244' 2045'

1710' 2354'

2045' 2645'

2354' 2925'

10

2645' 3156'

11

2925' 3421'

12

3156' 3641'

13

3421' 3858'

14

3641' 4112'

15

3858' 4326'

16

4112' 4538'

17

4326' 4751'

18

4538' 5006'

19

4751' 5222'

20

5006' 5441'

21

5222' 5704'

22

5441' 5932'

23

5704' 6209'

24

5932' 6455'

25

6209' 6757'

26

6455' 7121'

27

6757' 7524'

28

7121' 8056'

29

7524' 9000'

30

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Appendix

7.5

FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to both Part 15 of the FCC Rules and the radio interference regulations ot the Canadian Department of Communications. These limits are designed to
provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the user
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Cet appareil a t test et sest avr conforme aux limites prvues pour les appareils
numriques de class A et la partie 15 des rglements FCC et la rglementation des
radio-Interfrences du Canadian Department of Communications. Ces limites sont
destines fournir une protection adquate contre les interfrences nfastes lorsque
lappareil est utilis dans un environnement commercial. Cet appareil gnre, utilize
et peut radier une nergie frquence radiolectrique; il est en outre susceptible
dengendrer des interfrences avec les communications radio, sil nest pas install et
utilis conformment aux instructions du mode demploi. Lutilisation de cet appareil
dans les zones rsidentielles peut causer interfrences nfastes, auquel cas
lexploitant sera amen prendre les dispositions utiles pour palier aux interfrence
ses propres frais.

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Index

Index

A
Accessories ............................ 48
Additional equipment ................. 8
Adjustment ............................. 25
Ambient conditions .................. 45
Analog scale........................... 45
Applications............................ 44
Average............................ 17, 29
C
Calibration.............................. 25
Chain tare............................... 17
Cleaning................................. 18
Compact scale .......................... 8
Continuous mode .................... 37
D
Device overview ........................ 9
Digital I/O ............................... 47
Dimensions ...................... 46, 47
Display .................................. 10
Display accuracy..................... 25
Display precision..................... 27
Dynamic weighing............. 17, 29
E
Error messages ....................... 42
Ethernet.................................. 47
Explosion protected weighing
terminals .................................. 5
External power supply.... 8, 14, 49
F
Filter ................................ 26, 28
H
Hygienically sensitive areas. 7, 18,
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I
Ignition protection type ............. 45
Interface commands
MMR ................................ 39
Interface protocol............... 37, 39
Interfaces
Configuring ....................... 30
Connections.................. 8, 47

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Keyboard ................................11
M
Mains connection.........12, 13, 45
Menu
Application ........................29
Communication .................30
Diagnosis .........................34
Operation ..........................20
Overview ...........................22
Scale ..........................25, 27
Terminal ...........................29
Menu structure.........................21
O
Operator menu.........................20
Options...................................32
P
Password................................20
Power supply ....................12, 13
Protocol ..................................18

T
Tare
Automatic ......................... 16
Chain tare ......................... 17
Clearing............................ 16
Terminal settings ..................... 29
TOLEDO Continuous................. 37
U
USB ....................................... 47
V
Verification.............................. 14
W
Weighing terminal ..................... 8
Weighing unit.................... 25, 27
WLAN............................... 32, 47
Z
Zeroing................................... 15

R
Reset
Application ........................29
Interface ............................32
Scale ..........................26, 28
Terminal ...........................30
RS232..............................45, 47
RS422....................................47
RS422/RS485 .........................36
RS485....................................47
S
Safety checks ..........................50
Safety instructions ......................5
SICS commands ......................35
Storage battery operation ....13, 46
Supervisor menu......................20
Switching off............................15
Switching on ...........................15

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Tel. ++49-7431-14 0, Fax ++49-7431-14 232
Internet: http://www.mt.com

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