CT SERIES

RS-232 INTERF
ACE
INTERFA
KIT
For use with Models
CT10, CT200, CT600, CT600L
CT1200, CT3000L and CT6000
Instruction Manual

WARNING: THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO

FREQUENCY ENERGY AND IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL, MAY CAUSE INTERFERENCE TO RADIO
COMMUNICATIONS. IT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH CLASS
A REQUIREMENTS IN BOTH PART 15 OF FCC RULES AND THE RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATION OF THE CANADIAN DOC. THIS EQUIPMENT DOES NOT
EXCEED THE LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS. OPERATION OF THIS
EQUIPMENT IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA MAY CAUSE UNACCEPTABLE INTERFERENCE TO RADIO AND TV RECEPTION REQUIRING THE OPERATOR TO TAKE
WHATEVER STEPS ARE NECESSARY TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE.
LE PRSENT APPAREIL NUMRIQUE NEMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOLECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMRIQUES
DE CLASSE A PRESCRITES DANS LE REGLEMENT SUR LE BROUILLAGE RADIOLECTRIQUE EDICT PAR LE MINISTERE DES COMMUNICATIONS DU CANADA.

Ohaus Corporation 1989, all rights reserved

The CT Series RS-232 Accessory is a bidirectional interface which enables the balance
to communicate with a printer or computer that is equipped with an RS-232 serial port.
The Interface assembly is easily installed in the balance and all communication
parameters are configured using the Setup Menu (reference the CT Series Manual).
Before installing the Interface assembly, observe the following:

WARNING
To prevent damage to the balance, be certain that the power supply is
disconnected before removing the cover.
Even though the balance may have been switched OFF, voltage is present
inside the balance as long as the power supply is connected.
If the AC Adapter is being used, disconnect it.
If batteries are installed, remove them.

INSTALLATION
To install the RS-232 Interface Accessory, first remove the Pan from the balance, and turn the balance upside down.
(Do not remove Pan on CT3000L and
CT6000 Models.)
1.

The bottom plate is held by four

screws, one located in each corner.
Remove the four screws and lift off
the bottom plate.
NOTE: On earlier models the bottom plate is held by one screw located toward the center of the plate.

2.

On the rear of the balance, a protec-

tive label is provided which covers

the hole for the 9-pin RS-232 connector.
Peel off the label to expose the hole.
3.

Place the circuit board and connec-

tor assembly in the balance so that

the 9-pin connector fits through the
hole.
4.

Fasten the assembly using the two

screws provided.

5.

Slide the ribbon connector onto the

edge of the main circuit board as
shown in the diagram.
Replace the bottom plate and install
the batteries or AC Adapter. Replace the pan if it was removed.

9-PIN CONNECTOR
The balance can now be interfaced with
other equipment utilizing the 9-pin connector which has been installed. The
diagram shows the pin-out and pin de-

scriptions for the connector.

The balance will not output any information unless pin 5 (CTS) is held in an ON
state (+3 to +15 VDC). Interfaces not
utilizing the CTS handshake may tie pin
5 to pin 6 to defeat it.

NOTE: This interface does not strictly

adhere to the official RS-232 standard
(particularly in the connector used). However, it is compatible with what is commonplace in the microcomputer industry.

SETUP
Once installation is completed, the interface parameters must be entered using the
Setup Menu (reference the CT Series Manual). When the interface is installed in the
balance, the Setup Menu will include an additional item, the Print submenu. Using the
Print submenu to enter the interface parameters includes:

Selecting a Baud Rate

Selecting a Data Frame Format (data bits, parity, stop bits)
Selecting the Auto Print Interval (1-99 seconds)
Enabling or Disabling the Print Stable Data Only feature

To begin, access the Setup Menu as explained in the CT Series manual, then repeatedly
press the UNITS button until Print is displayed. When Print is displayed, press the
TARE button to access the Print submenu selections. (On Legal for Trade models, the
RE-ZERO button replaces the TARE button.)
The first item displayed will be the RS-232 parameter selection. Pressing the UNITS
button repeatedly enables you to scroll through the Print submenu. Pressing the TARE
button lets you access the displayed selection.

Print
Submenu

S232

- Used to select baud rate and data frame

.P.

- Used to set Auto Print Interval (1-99 seconds)

tb.

- Used to set Stable Data Only feature ON or OFF

nd

- Used to exit Print submenu and return to main

Setup Menu

Use the following procedures to set each of these parameters.

RS-232 Parameters
This selection is used to select the desired baud rate and data frame format. There are
five available baud rates (300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600), and nine data frame formats
(numbered 0-8) to choose from. Use the following procedure to set these parameters:
1.

Access the RS-232 Parameters selection. When the TARE button is

released, the current baud rate setting will be displayed. The baud rate
is preceded by the letter b.

2.

Press the UNITS button repeatedly

until the desired baud rate is displayed. Then press the TARE button
to select the displayed baud rate.
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3.

Once the baud rate is entered, the

Display will change to show the current frame format selection. This will
be the letters Fr followed by a number from 0 to 8.

The number corresponds to one of the following data frames:

Fr. 0

START
BIT

7
DATA BITS

STOP
BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 1

START
BIT

7
DATA BITS

EVEN
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 2

START
BIT

7
DATA BITS

ODD
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 3

START
BIT

7
DATA BITS

EVEN
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 4

START
BIT

7
DATA BITS

ODD
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 5

START
BIT

8
DATA BITS

STOP
BIT

Fr. 6

START
BIT

8
DATA BITS

ODD
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 7

START
BIT

8
DATA BITS

EVEN
PARITY BIT

STOP
BIT

Fr. 8

START
BIT

8
DATA BITS

STOP
BIT

STOP
BIT

Press the UNITS button repeatedly until the desired frame number is displayed.
Then press the TARE button to select the displayed frame number.
When the TARE button is released, rS232 will be displayed and the Print submenu
is returned.

Auto Print Interval

The Auto Print feature enables the scale to automatically send displayed data to a printer
or computer, at a specified time interval. The interval can be set from 1 to 99 seconds.
Setting the interval to 0 disables the Auto Print feature. Use the following procedure to
set the Auto Print interval:
1.

Access the Auto Print selection. When the TARE button is released, the current
Auto Print interval will be displayed. The number is preceded by the letters A.P.

2.

Press the UNITS button repeatedly to increase the setting. Holding the UNITS
button down will cause the value to increase more rapidly.

3.

Press the TARE button to select the displayed value.

When the TARE button is released, A.P. will be displayed and the Print submenu
will be returned.

Print Stable Data Only

When enabled, this feature restricts the balance to sending only stable display data
when requested. (Display data is stable when the Unit Indicator is shown in the Display.)
To turn this feature ON or OFF:
1.

Access the Stable Data selection. When the TARE button is released, the current
status will be displayed.

2.

Press the UNITS button to switch the status ON or OFF as desired.

3.

Press the TARE button to select the displayed status.

When the TARE button is released, Stb. will be displayed and the Print submenu
will be returned.

NOTE: On Legal for Trade models, Stb. does not appear. The feature is always ON.

Exit Print Submenu

When you are finished making your selections, End must be used to exit the Print
submenu. Use the following procedure:
1.

Access the End selection. When the TARE button is released, Print will be
displayed and the Setup Menu will be returned.

2.

Press the UNITS button repeatedly until End is displayed on the Setup Menu.

3.

Press the TARE button to exit the Setup Menu and save your selections.

DIRECT CONNECTION TO A PRINTER

The balance can be connected directly to a printer using the RS-232 Interface. Display
data can be sent to the printer in the format shown below, using one of three methods:
using the Auto Print feature
using the UNITS button (balances with version 2.0 software or later)
using an external print switch
To send data to the printer using the UNITS button, press and hold the button for at least
three seconds. The word Print will be displayed and the current display data will be
sent. If only one weighing unit is enabled (in the Setup Menu), the UNITS button
becomes a dedicated PRINT button and does not have to be held for three seconds.
An external print switch may be connected between pins 9 (PRINT) and 7 (GND) of the
9-pin connector. This must be a normally open switch. When the switch is closed, the
current display data will be sent.
1

10

11

12

13

14

Sp

Stb. Cr

Lf

POLARITY

DISPLAYED VALUE

UNITS

STABILITY

Field is Blank if
positive.

Number is right justified

padded with zeroes.

G
OZ
OZT
DWT
LBS
PCS
USR
CT

Blank if stable.
? if unstable.

CONNECTION TO A COMPUTER
The balance can be connected to a computer using the RS-232 Interface. This
configuration enables full control of balance functions from the computer, except for
switching the scale ON and OFF. The balance will respond to commands sent as ASCII
characters followed by a Carriage Return (CR) or Carriage Return Line Feed (CRLF)
character. The following table defines the accepted commands. Any other control
characters or commands will be ignored.

COMMAND SENT
BY COMPUTER DESCRIPTION

COMMAND SENT

Print Display Data

BALANCE RESPONSE

The balance responds by sending the

displayed data in the format illustrated in
DIRECT CONNECTION TO PRINTER.
This includes Polarity, Displayed Value,
Weighing Units, Stability Status followed by
a CRLF.
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BY COMPUTER

DESCRIPTION

Print Display Units

BALANCE RESPONSE

The balance responds by sending the

current unit indicator and stability status in
the following format:
(Field)
(# of Chars.)

Units Stability CR
3
1
1

UNITS Button

This command has the same effect as

pressing the UNITS button on the front
panel. No data is output.

TARE Button

This command has the same effect as

pressing the TARE button on the front
panel. No data is output.

Extended UNITS
Button

This command has the same effect as

pressing and holding the UNITS button on
the front panel.

*L

Start Linearity

Starts Linearity Calibration procedure (see

Linearity Calibration in CT Series Manual).

*C

Start Calibration

Starts Span Calibration procedure (see

Span Calibration in CT Series Manual).

0D

Turn OFF 1 Second

Delay

Disables the 1 second delay the balance

waits before responding to a P command.
When disabled, the balance responds
immediately.

1D

Turn ON 1 Second
Delay

Enables a 1 second delay in the balances

response to a P command. This is
provided for computers requiring such a
delay.

* 0S

Turn OFF
"Stable Data Only"

Disables the Stable Data Only printing

feature. When disabled, the balance will
send display data in response to a P
command, regardless of the stability status.

* 1S

Turn ON
"Stable Data Only"

Enables the Stable Data Only printing

feature. When the feature is enabled, the
balance will only send stable display data in
response to the P command.

* Does not apply to Legal For Trade models.

COMMAND SENT

BY COMPUTER

DESCRIPTION

BALANCE RESPONSE

nnA

Set Auto Print

Interval

Set the Auto Print Interval to nn seconds

(nn = 0 to 99). Setting the interval to 00
disables the Auto Print function.

* 0Z

Turn OFF Auto Zero Disables the Auto Zero Tracking feature
Tracking
(see Setup Menu in CT Series Manual).

* 1Z

Turn ON Auto Zero

Tracking

Enables the Auto Zero Tracking feature

(see Setup Menu in CT Series Manual).

** V

Print PROM
Revision Level

Causes the balance to respond with the

revision level of the PROM installed in the
balance. Output is in the format: CT V_._.

** N

Disable Automatic
Error Message
Printing

Permits you to disable the automatic printing

of error messages output by the balance.
This command is reset on power-off.

** <esc>D

Revert to Factory
Default Settings

Sets all balance menu selections to the

following factory defaults:
All available units enabled
Default units = Grams
* Auto-Zero Tracking is ON
High Speed Display Update is OFF
* Custom Unit = Carats
* Custom Unit Conversion Factor is set to:
1.0000, LSD = 1, Exponent = 0
Stable Data Only printing is ON
Auto Print feature is OFF

* Does not apply to Legal For Trade models.

** Available only on balances with version 2.0 software or later.

RS-232 Error Messages

If the balance is in an error condition when a request for output occurs, the current error
message number (Err0 - Err6) will be sent in the following format:
(Field)
(# of Chars.)

Error # CR LF
5
1 1

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Ohaus
Part Number
Interface Cables:
Blunt End (User Defined)
IBM - PC
Apple IIe
Epson HX-20
Apple IIc

90641-01
90641-02
90641-03
90641-04
90641-05

Apple is a registered trademark of Apple Corporation.

IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

OHAUS is the registered trademark of Ohaus Corporation as are the following

trademarks: AUTOGRAM , BRAINWEIGH , CENT-O-GRAM , CHECK-O-GRAM ,
CUBE-O-GRAM , DEC-O-GRAM , DIAL-O-GRAIN , DIAL-O-GRAM , DU-OMEASURE , GALAXY , LUME-O-GRAM , PORT-O-COUNT , PORT-O-GRAM ,
PRACT-O-GRAM , PRIMER , STO-A-WEIGH , TOUCH-N-WEIGH , 5-0-5 , and 1010 .

OHAUS CORP.
29 Hanover Road
Florham Park, N.J. 07932
Tel: 201-377-9000
Telex: 6853191 OHAUS UW
Fax: 201-593-0359

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ENGLAND
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Ohaus Corporation
29 Hanover Road
Florham Park NJ
07932-0900

PORTABLE Advanced
Electronic Balances
CT Series

Instruction Manual

NOTICE: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY

WITH THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15
OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE 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 INSTRUCTION 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.
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS A LIMITS FOR
RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE
INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS, ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS
RADIOELECTRIQUES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE
A PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR : APPAREILS
NUMERIQUES, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment are not permitted.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 5
DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES .......................................................................................................... 6
UNPACKING ........................................................................................................ 7
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................... 7
Environment .................................................................................................. 7
Power Options .............................................................................................. 8
Battery Installation ........................................................................................ 8
AC Adapter ................................................................................................... 8
Model CT200 Shipping Bracket .................................................................... 9
Platform Installation ...................................................................................... 9
Weigh Below Hook ...................................................................................... 10
OPERATION ...................................................................................................... 10
Turning the Balance On and Off ................................................................. 10
Checking Calibration ................................................................................... 11
Weighing ..................................................................................................... 11
Taring .......................................................................................................... 12
Parts Counting ............................................................................................ 13
Printing ........................................................................................................ 14
USING MENUS TO CONFIGURE THE BALANCE ........................................... 15
CALIBRATION MENU ........................................................................................ 16
Calibration Menu Protection ....................................................................... 16
Calibration Masses ..................................................................................... 16
Span Calibration ......................................................................................... 17
Linearity Calibration .................................................................................... 18
End .............................................................................................................. 18
SETUP MENU .................................................................................................... 20
Accessing the Setup Menu ......................................................................... 21
Reset to Factory Settings ........................................................................... 21
Unit Selection .............................................................................................. 22
Taels ........................................................................................................... 22
Custom Units .............................................................................................. 23

Custom Units Conversion Factor ................................................................ 24

Example ................................................................................................... 26
Averaging Level .......................................................................................... 27
Stability Range ............................................................................................ 28
Auto-Zero .................................................................................................... 29
Parts Counting Error Level ......................................................................... 30
Auto-Off ....................................................................................................... 31
End .............................................................................................................. 31
CALIBRATION LOCK-OUT PROTECTION ....................................................... 32
CARE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 33
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................... 33
Error Codes ................................................................................................. 34
SERVICE INFORMATION ................................................................................. 34
PARTS INFORMATION ..................................................................................... 35
REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................................................... 35
SECURITY ......................................................................................................... 36
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................. 36
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................. 37
LIMITED WARRANTY ....................................................................................... 38

INTRODUCTION
This manual covers installation, operation and troubleshooting for the OHAUS
Portable Advanced Electronic Balances, Models CT10, CT200, CT600, CT1200 and
CT6000. To ensure proper operation of the balance, please read this manual
completely.

DESCRIPTION
The Ohaus Portable Advanced balances are precision weighing instruments, designed to provide years of service with virtually no maintenance. The Portable
Advanced housing is constructed of a material which is impact resistant, contains a
one piece solid-state precision electronics PC board, and a five digit LCD display which
is 0.5 inches in height. All Portable Advanced balances are initially factory set to
measure in grams and can be set to measure in other units of measure as desired.
Each balance operates through a series of menus which enable precise calibration and
the selection of various parameters which enhance operation. A built in lock switch
prevents calibration settings from being changed. Power is supplied through an AC
adapter or batteries. Accessories include: an RS232 Interface Kit which allows printing
of results through an external computer or printer, security device, calibration masses,
scoops and carrying cases. See accessory section.

Portable Advanced Balance

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FEATURES
Portable Advanced balances contain two display menus which enable you to calibrate
and configure the balance for specific operating requirements. When an optional
RS232 Interface is installed, a third menu is available.
CALIBRATION Menu - Allows the balance to be calibrated by using either Span or
Linearity calibration methods.
SETUP Menu - Allows the balance to be set for environmental conditions and
customized for specific weighing functions.
PRINT Menu - When an optional RS232 Interface is installed, allows the selection
of parameters under which the balance will interface with a computer or a printer.
Instructions for installing and using the interface are provided in a separate manual
which comes with the accessory.
When the balance is first turned on, it can be used to weigh in grams or tare items
without setting the menus. Refer to the individual menus in this manual for detailed
descriptions and procedures for programming.

UNPACKING
All Portable Advanced balances are supplied with a weighing platform, AC power
adapter, instruction manual and warranty card. Items checked below are supplied with
specific models as follows:

Calibration Mass
Draft Shield
Gem Cup
Weigh Below Hook
Antistatic Towelettes
Scoop
Hex Key

CT10

CT200 CT600 CT1200 CT6000

Carefully unpack all items. The platform for models CT200, CT600 and CT1200 is
packed in the upper portion of the packing material. Be sure to remove the platform
and do not discard the packing material. It is recommended to save the packing
material and carton for storing and/or transporting the balance. The packing material
may also be used as an insert for the Vinyl carrying case (optional accessory) listed
in the accessory section of this manual.
Location for optional
security device

Specifications Label Location for optional

RS232 interface

AC Adapter
Receptacle

Display
Window

Calibration Menu
Lockout Switch

INSTALLATION
Environment
Balance performance can be affected by excessive air currents, corrosives, vibration,
temperature or humidity extremes.
DO NOT use the balance:

Next to open windows or doors causing drafts or rapid temperature changes.

Near air conditioning or heat vents.
Near vibrating, rotating or reciprocating equipment.
On an non-level work surface.
Near corrosive vapors (example: nitric acid).
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Power Options
The balance can be operated using 8 AA alkaline batteries (not included), or from any
AC electrical outlet by using the AC adapter supplied.

Battery Installation
1.

Remove the platform on all models except the CT6000 (platform is not removable
on the CT6000).

2.

Turn the balance over.

3.

Press the tabs on the battery cover inward and lift the cover off.

4.

Remove the battery holder.

5.

Install the 8 AA alkaline batteries in the battery holder, orienting the plus (+) and
minus (-) ends as indicated on the holder.

6.

Replace the battery holder in the compartment. Make sure the snap connector is
connected.

7.

Replace the battery cover.

NOTE
NOTE: The illustration shows a balance
with four feet. Certain models contain
only three feet.

Press tabs to
remove cover

AC Adapter
Plug the jack from the adapter into the
receptacle located on the right side of the
balance. Plug the adapter into a convenient AC outlet.

Model CT200 Shipping Bracket

The Model CT200 is factory packed
with a shipping bracket which must be
removed before installing the Platform.
1.

Using the hex key provided, remove the screw which secures
the bracket to the transducer.

2.

Slide the bracket out to remove it.

CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO

REMOVE THE DOWN STOP
ADJUSTMENT SCREW.
BRACKET

REMOVE SMALLER SCREW

(TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISE)

Platform Installation
On the CT10 and CT6000 models, the
platform is installed before shipment
(CT10 platform is removable, CT6000
platform is not). On all other models,
the platform must be installed on top of
the balance by inserting the shaft of the
platform into the hole in the weighing
mechanism.
The CT10 is equipped with a draft
shield which fits over the platform.
NOTE: The CT10 draft shield and gem
cup should be wiped with the antistatic
towelette supplied with the balance to
eliminate any static buildup.

Weigh Below Hook

Weigh Below Hook

A weigh below hook is provided with models CT200, CT600 and CT1200 for below
balance weighing applications.
To install the hook, turn the balance over
holding the platform in place. Screw the
hook into the platform shaft from the bottom of the balance. Tighten finger-tight.
Mount the balance on a suitable surface or
stand which permits below balance weighing.

OPERATION
Low Battery Indicator

Turning the Balance On and Off

With no load on the platform, press

All segments of the display will turn on,

then the software version is displayed.
Parts Counting Indicator

The display will momentarily blank and

then indicate zero.
NOTE: Allow at least 5 minutes for the
balance to temperature stabilize before
using. If the balance is moved to a different temperature environment, allow additional time to stabilize.
To turn the balance off, press and
hold

until OFF is displayed, then

release it.

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Weighing Unit Indicators

&
Stability Indicators

Checking Calibration
Before using the balance, its calibration
should be checked. The balance has
been calibrated before shipment, however, calibration is influenced by factors
such as:
Variations in the earths gravitational
field at different latitudes of the world.
Rough handling.
Changes in work location.
Height above sea level.
To check the balances calibration, place
a known mass on the center of the platform and read the displayed weight.
If the displayed weight differs from the
known mass by more than acceptable
limits, refer to the Calibration Menu and
the Specifications at the rear of the manual.

Weighing
1.

Press

to set the display to zero.

2.

Place the object to be weighed on the

platform.

3.

Wait until the unit indicator appears

before reading the displayed weight.
When the unit indicator appears, the
reading is stable.

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Taring
When weighing samples that must be held
in a container, taring enables the balance
to subtract the weight of the container and
display only the net weight of the sample.
1.

Press

with no load on the plat-

form to set the display to zero.

2.

Place the empty container on the platform. Its weight will be displayed.

3.

Press

. Zero will be displayed

and the containers weight will be stored

in the balances memory.
4.

Add the sample to the container and

read its net weight on the display.

NOTE: The combined weight of the container and the sample must not exceed the
capacity of the balance.
5.

When the container and its contents are removed, the container
weight will be displayed as a
negative number.

(Example)

The tared weight will remain in

memory until

is pressed

again or the balance is turned

off.

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Parts Counting
Parts Counting must be enabled in the
Setup menu before using this procedure.
The balance will count parts based on the
weight of a reference sample, 5, 10, 20,
30, 40 or 50 parts. For optimum results,
the parts should be uniform in weight.
1.

Repeatedly press

until PC CON

is displayed.
2.

Place a container on the platform,

then press
plays

. The balance dis-

ADD 5 which is the preset

PC

reference quantity.
3.

To change the reference quantity,

repeatedly press

until the de-

sired quantity is displayed.

NOTE: If you need to exit or restart parts
counting at any time, press and hold
until PC CON is displayed, then release it.
Return to step 2 to restart, or press
for other weighing functions.
4.

Add the displayed number of parts to

the container, then press

. The

balance will display the current number of parts.

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Parts Counting Factory Settings

Parts Counting Mode ........... Disabled
PC Err ......................................... OFF

NOTE
NOTE: If PCErr is displayed, the sample is
too small to provide accurate results within
the selected parts counting error level (PC
Err of the Setup menu).
5.

Add parts to the container as desired

and read the quantity on the display.

NOTE
NOTE: The reference quantity will remain
in memory until it is changed or the balance is turned off.

(Example)
6.

To switch between viewing the quantity and weight of the parts,

press

Printing
If the optional RS232 interface is installed,
display data can be output from the balance.

The

button operates in a

different manner depending upon if more

than one measuring unit

is selected.

When only one measuring unit is enabled, a short press on

will enable

printing when -P- is displayed. A long

press will turn the balance off. When
more than one measuring unit is enabled,
a short press on

changes the mea-

suring unit, a one-second press will initate

printing, a long press will turn the balance
off.
hold

To print data, press and

until -P- is displayed, then

quickly release it.

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USING MENUS TO CONFIGURE THE BALANCE

The following illustration identifies the items in each menu and the factory default
settings are shown in bold type.

CAL

SETUP
SPAN

PRINT

RESET
Yes,No

NOTE: Refer to instructions

provided with the optional
RS232 interface kit.

LINEARITY
UNIT SELECTION
g, oz, oz t, dwt, lb,
t, (custom), PC
DFLT/USR

END

AVERAGING LEVEL
0, 1, 2
STABILITY
.5d, 1d
1d, 2d, 5d
AUTO ZERO
OFF, .5d
.5d, 1d,
3d
CUSTOM UNIT
CONVERSION
FACTOR
Mantissa
1.0000
Exponent
E0
E0,E1, E2,E3,
E -3,E -2, E-1
LSD
.1d, .2d, .5d, 1d
1d,
2d, 5d, 10d
PARTS COUNTING
ERROR LEVEL
OFF
OFF, 1, 2.5, 5
AUTO OFF
OFF
OFF, 60, 120, 180

END

To access a menu, press and hold

until desired menu appears, then release it.

Use these buttons to step through menus and select submenus:

select
displayed item

next
selection

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CALIBRATION MENU
Portable Advanced balances can be calibrated in two ways: Span calibration or
Linearity calibration. Span calibration resets the balances weighing range using two
points: zero and a calibrated mass value at or near the balances capacity. Linearity
calibration minimizes deviation between actual and displayed weights within the
balances weighing range using three points: zero, a calibrated mass value within the
balances weighing range, and a value at or near the balances specified capacity. The
illustration below indicates the sequence in which submenus appear on the Calibration
menu.
CAL
SPAN
LINEARITY
END

Calibration Menu Protection

The Calibration menu may be locked out
to prevent unauthorized access. To lock
out calibration menu, refer to the section
titled Calibration Lock-Out Protection.

Calibration Masses

Required Calibration Masses

Before beginning calibration, make sure

calibrated masses are on hand. If you
begin calibration and realize masses are
not available, either turn the balance off, or
go through the procedure without masses.
The balance will use previously stored
calibration data. Calibration should be
performed as necessary to ensure accurate weighing. Masses required to perform the procedures are listed in the adjacent table.

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Model

Span
Masses

Linearity
Masses

CT10
CT200
CT600
CT1200
CT6000

10g
200g
300g
1000g
2000g
1000g

5g, 10g
100g, 200g
(2) 300g
500g, 1000g
(3) 2000g
1000g

Span Calibration
1.

Press and hold

until CAL is dis-

played, then release it. Balance will

display SPAN.

2.

Press

. When released, C 0g

will be displayed indicating that no

mass should be on the platform.

3.

Press

. The display will show

-C- followed by the value of the mass

which must be placed on the platform.
NOTE: Do not disturb the balance when
-C- is displayed. Disturbances will result
in improper calibration.
4.

Place the required mass on the platform and press

. The display will

show -C- while the balance recalibrates. When the mass on the platform is displayed along with the current unit indicator, the balance is recalibrated.

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Linearity Calibration
1.

Press and hold

until CAL is

displayed, then release. Balance will

display SPAN.

2.

Press

and the display will show

LIN.

3.

Press

. When released, C 0g

will be displayed, indicating that no

mass should be on the platform.

4.

Press

. The display will show

-C- followed by the value of the mass

which must be placed on the platform.
5.

Place the required mass on the platform.

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6.

Press

. The display will show

-C- momentarily, then C followed by

the next mass to be placed on the
platform. Do not disturb the balance
when -C- is displayed. Disturbances
will result in improper calibration.
7.

Place the required mass on the platform, then press

. The display

will show -C- while the balance recalibrates. When the mass on the platform is displayed along with the current unit indicator, the balance is recalibrated.

End
If you have entered the Calibration menu
and do not wish to calibrate the balance,
use END to return to normal weighing
operations.
1.

Repeately press

until END is

displayed.
2.

Press

. When released, the bal-

ance will returned to normal weighing

operations.

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SETUP MENU
The Setup menu is used to customize the operation of the balance for your specific
requirements. It contains submenus which enable you to turn features on or off, and
program balance parameters. The illustration below indicates the sequence in which
submenus appear on the Setup menu.
SETUP
RESET
Yes,No
UNIT SELECTION
g, oz, oz t, dwt, lb,
t, (custom), PC
DFLT/USR
AVERAGING LEVEL
0, 1, 2
STABILITY
.5d, 1d
1d, 2d, 5d
AUTO ZERO
OFF, .5d
.5d, 1d,
3d
CUSTOM UNIT*
CONVERSION
FACTOR
Mantissa
1.0000
Exponent
E0
E0,E1, E2,E3,
E -3,E -2, E-1
LSD
.1d, .2d, .5d, 1d
1d,
2d, 5d, 10d
PARTS COUNTING**
ERROR LEVEL
OFF
OFF, 1, 2.5, 5
AUTO OFF
OFF
OFF, 60, 120, 180

END
*
**

C.UNIT only appears in menu if custom unit is enabled in SEL submenu.

PC ERR only appears in menu if parts counting is enabled in SEL submenu.

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Accessing the Setup Menu

To access the Setup menu, press and hold
until SETUP is displayed, then release.
To access a submenu:

1.

Repeatedly press

until the de-

sired submenu is displayed.

2.

Press

to select the displayed

submenu.
NOTE: You must use END to store any
changes you make to the Setup menu.
The following sections describe each item
on the Setup menu in detail.

Reset to Factory Settings

This submenu enables you to reset all
Setup menu selections to the original factory settings outlined in the adjacent table.
To reset to factory settings:
1.

Access the Reset submenu.

2.

Press

to enter RESET.

3.

Press

repeatedly to change the

setting from YES to NO. Selecting

YES resets the Setup menu to the
original factory settings.
4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting.
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SETUP MENU
FACTORY SETTINGS

Unit Selection
Averaging Level
Stability
Auto Zero
Conversion Factor
Mantissa
Exponent
LSD
PC Error Level
Auto Off

g
1
1d
.5d
1.0000
0
1
OFF
OFF

Unit Selection
The Unit Selection submenu permits you
to specify which weighing units and operating modes will be enabled for use during operation. The adjacent table lists the
units and modes available on Portable
Advanced balances.
1.

Access the Sel submenu.

2.

Press

, the display will show

the grams unit indicator (g) along

Display Weighing Units and Modes

Indicator

g
oz
ozt
dwt
lb
t

pc

with the current status (ON/OFF).

3.

Press

to change the status.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

grams
ounces
troy ounces
pennyweight
pounds
taels
custom unit
parts counting

status, when released, the display

will show the next unit indicator along
with the current status.
5.

Set each unit or mode ON or OFF as

in steps 3 and 4.

Taels
If taels are enabled, you will be required
to choose one of three different taels:
Hong Kong, Singapore, or Taiwan.
1.

When the display shows TAEL 1,

press

to change to another tael

Hong Kong

if desired.

2.

Press

to accept the displayed

tael.

Singapore

Taiwan
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Unit Selection (Cont.)

Proceed through all of the weighing units
in the same manner, setting each one as
desired.

Custom Units
Custom Units can be set to one of the
following:
DFLT Causes carats to be used as the
custom unit.
USR Enables you to enter a conversion
factor (to convert grams to some
other unit of measure), and display
weight in the desired custom units.
The conversion factor is entered in
the C. Unit submenu.

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Custom Unit Conversion Factor

When you need to display weight measurements in a weighing unit other than those
provided standard with the balance, this feature can be used to create your own custom
weighing unit. It permits you to enter a conversion factor which the balance will use to
convert grams to the desired unit of measure.
One example is shown at the end of this section. It illustrates how to set the conversion
factors to display weight in Grains.

Conversion
Factor
x

Weight
Weight
in
=
in
grams
custom unit

Conversion factors are expressed in scientific notation and entered into the balance in three parts:

SCIENTIFIC NOTATION
Number
Between
0 and
9.9999

A number between 0 and 9 to four

decimal places

Conv.
Factor

1234

= 1.234 x 1000 = 1.234 x 103

A power of 10 called the exponent.

123.4

= 1.234 x 100 = 1.234 x 102

12.34

= 1.234 x 10 = 1.234 x 101

1.234

= 1.234 x

.1234

= 1.234 x

.1 = 1.234 x 10-1

A least significant digit (LSD).

Use the following procedure to enter conversion factors:

Power
of 10

Mantissa

= 1.234 x 100

.01234

= 1.234 x .01 = 1.234 x 10-2

.00123

= 1.23

x .001 = 1.23 x 10-3

Exponent

1.

Access the C.Unit submenu.

2.

The mantissa of the current conversion factor will be displayed. This will
be a number between 0 and 9.9999
with the first digit flashing. For conversion factors outside of this range,
the exponent will be be used to move
the decimal point.

3.

Press

FLASHING

to change the value of

the first digit.

4.

When the desired value is displayed,

press

to accept it and the next

digit will begin flashing.

FLASHING

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Exp.

5.

Set the value of all digits in the same

manner.

6.

After the last digit is entered, the display will show the current exponent.

EXPONENTS
E-3

Moves decimal point 3

places to the left.

E-2

Moves decimal point 2

places to the left.

E-1

Moves decimal point 1

place to the left.

E0

Leaves decimal point in

normal position.

E1

Moves decimal point 1

place to the right.

E2

Moves decimal point 2

places to the right.

E3

Moves decimal point 3

places to the right.

The exponent is shown on the display

preceded by the letter E.
There are 7 exponent values which you
can choose from (see table).

7.

Press

to change the exponent.

8.

Press

to accept the displayed

exponent.

When

is released,

the display will show the current least

significant digit.
The least significant digit is the digit in the
last decimal place on the display. The
selection you make causes the balance to
count by 1s, 2s or 5s in this position.
There are 7 LSD settings you can choose
from (see table).

9.

Press

10. Press
LSD. When

LSDs
LSD .1

*Adds one decimal place

and Display counts by 1s.

to change the LSD.

LSD .2

*Adds one decimal place

and Displayby counts by
2s.

to accept the displayed

LSD.5

*Adds one decimal place

display counts by 5s.

LSD 1

Display counts by 1s.

(Normal Setting)

LSD 2

Display counts by 2s.

LSD 5

Display counts by 5s.

LSD 10

Removes last decimal

place and Display counts
by 1s.

is released, C.Unit

will be displayed again and the

Setup menu will be returned.
11. Proceed to the next item on the Setup
menu or use END to exit the Setup
menu and save your selections.
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* Sensitivity to vibration is increased

with this LSD setting.

Example
Converting to Grains
1.

Determine the number of grains equal

IF 1 grain = 0.0647989 grams

to one gram:

THEN 1 gram =
2.

Since the balance displays only 5

digits, round the number to the 5 most

1
0.0647989

OR 1 gram = 15.43236 grains

significant digits:
3.

Using this number, enter the conver-

15432

sion factor:
The display will indicate 1 unit for every
grain placed on the platform.

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Number = 1.5432
E = 1 (to move the decimal point
one place to the right)
d = 1 (normal setting)

Averaging Level
Averaging level compensates for vibration or excessive air currents. During operation, the balance continually takes
weight readings from the weighing cell.
Successive readings are then digitally processed to achieve a stabilized display.
Use this submenu to specify how much
processing you need to obtain stable results.
NOTE
NOTE: Averaging level does not affect
balance accuracy.
Select one of three averaging levels using
the adjacent table as a guide.
To view or change the averaging level:
1.

Access the AL submenu.

2.

Press

to display the current set-

ting.

3.

Press

to change the setting.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting, when released, AL will be

displayed again.

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AVERAGING LEVEL

AL 0 Reduced stability, fastest

stabilization time.
AL 1 Normal stability, normal
stabilization time
time..
AL 2 More stability, slow
stabilization time.

Stability Range
The stability range specifies how much a
displayed weight may change while the
stability indicator (unit indicator) remains
ON. When displayed weight changes
beyond the allowable range, the stability
indicator turns OFF indicating an unstable
condition. Portable Advanced balances
permit you to select one of four stability
ranges (in divisions) as shown in the table.

STABILITY RANGE

.5d

Smallest range: stability indicator is ON only when displayed weight is within .5 divisions.

configured to print stable data only, the

1d

Normal range.

stability range also governs data output.

2d

Increased range.

Displayed data will only be output if it is

5d

Largest range: stability indicator is ON with displayed

weight changes up to 5 divisions.

NOTE
NOTE:

When the RS232 interface is

within the selected stability range.

To view or change the stability range:
1.

Access the Stb submenu to display

the current setting.

2.

Press

to display the current set-

ting.

3.

Press

to change the setting.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting, when released, Stb will be

displayed again.

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Auto-Zero
Auto-Zero minimizes the effects of temperature changes and shift on the zero
reading. By defining a threshold level in
divisions, the balance maintains the zero
display until the threshold is exceeded.
This submenu permits you to select one of
three threshold levels, or turn the feature
OFF. Auto-zero only functions when the
display reads zero.
OFF
.5d
1d
3d

To view or change the auto-zero setting:

1.

Access the Auto0 submenu.

2.

Press

AUTO ZERO

to display the current set-

ting.

3.

Press

to change the setting.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting, when released, Auto0 will be

displayed again.

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Turns Auto-Zero OFF.

Sets threshold to .5 divisions.
Sets threshold to 1 division.
Sets threshold to 3 divisions.

Parts Counting Error Level

The parts counting error level is based on
the resolution (readability) of the particular
model balance and sample weight. The
adjacent table lists error levels that you
can choose from.
To view, change or disable the parts counting error level:
1.

2.

ERROR LEVELS

Access the PCErr submenu.

Press

to display the current set-

ting.

3.

Press

to change the setting.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting, when released, PCErr will be

displayed again.

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OFF

Disables error level limits.

1%

1 % acceptable error.

2.5 %

2.5 % acceptable error.

5%

5.0 % acceptable error.

Auto Off
Auto Off permits the selection of either
OFF, 60 seconds, 120 seconds or 180
seconds. When this function is selected,
the balance will turn off if it is idle for the
selected period of time (60, 120 or 180
seconds). This feature is especially useful
when the balance is operated from internal batteries.
To view, change or disable the auto off
feature:
1.

2.

Access the A. Off submenu.

Press

to display the current set-

ting.

3.

Press

to change the setting.

4.

Press

to accept the displayed

setting.

When

is released,

A. Off will be displayed again.

End
You must use End to exit the Setup menu.
Changes you make in the Setup menu
are only stored in memory if you use
End.
To exit the Setup menu and store your
settings, press

when END is dis-

played. When

is released, the bal-

ance will be returned to normal weighing

operations.

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TIMER SETTINGS
OFF

Disables feature.

60

Turns off in 60 seconds.

120

Turns off in 120 seconds.

180

Turns off in 180 seconds.

CALIBRATION LOCK-OUT PROTECTION

Access to the Calibration menu can be disabled using the lock out switch located on
the right side of the balance.
1.

Turn the balance off and unplug the power cord.

2.

Locate the access hole on the right side of the balance where the switch is located
and remove the plug from the hole.

3.

Using a small screwdriver, slide the switch to the front of the balance for LOCKED
or towards the rear of the balance for UNLOCKED.

4.

Replace the plug in the access hole.

5.

Plug in the power cord and turn on the balance.

LOCK OUT
SWITCH

LOCK OUT SWITCH

ACCESS HOLE

UNLOCK

LOCK

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To keep the balance operating properly, the housing and platform should be kept
clean and free from foreign material. If necessary, a cloth dampened with a mild
detergent may be used. Keep calibration masses in a safe dry place.
Unplug the AC Adapter when not in use. For long term storage, remove the batteries.

TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Power Adapter not

connected.

Connect Power Adapter.

Batteries are dead.

Replace batteries.

LO BAT Indicator

Batteries are weak.

Replace batteries.

---

Underweight Indicator,
platform may be off of
balance.

Replace platform.

Incorrect Weight
Reading

Balance was not

rezeroed before weighing.

Press ON TARE with no

weight on the platform,
then weigh item.

Balance has not been

properly calibrated.

Recalibrate correctly.

Calibration Procedure does not work

Incorrect weights being

used.

Use correct weights.

Unable to display
weight in a particular weighing unit

Weighing unit not

enabled in Setup menu.

Use Unit Selection submenu to set desired units

ON (see Setup menu).

Unable to access
C. UNIT in Setup
menu to enter
Conversion Factor

Custom Units ( ) not

enabled in Setup menu,
or not set to USR.

Use Unit Selection submenu to set Custom Units

( ) to USR.

Balance won't store

selections made in
Setup menu

END selection was not

used to exit Setup menu.

You MUST use END to

exit Setup menu and save
selections.

No Display

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Error Codes
The following list describes the various error codes which can appear on the display
and the suggested remedy.
Display

Description

Err 0 This indicates a hardware error causing an invalid checksum on calibration

data. The balance may need recalibration, particularly linearity calibration. If
the error persists after recalibration, the balance must be serviced.
Err 1 Sample being weighed exceeds the capacity of the balance. If error occurs
when the sample is within the balance capacity, balance may be incorrectly
calibrated. An underload such as the platform off of the balance could also
display Err1. Recalibrate the balance.
Err 2 This indicates a hardware error causing an internal weight signal which is too
high. The balance must be serviced.
Err 3 This indicates a hardware error causing an internal weight signal which is too
low. The balance must be serviced.
Error 3 appears on the display as "- - - ". It will be sent over the RS232 interface
as "Err3" if that accessory is installed.
Err 4 Incorrect or no calibration weight used when performing calibration procedure.
Error will flash momentarily, then balance will use previous calibration data.
Recalibrate correctly.
Err 5 Value is too large to display; exceeds 99999 counts. Possibly caused by an
invalid custom unit conversion factor.
Err 6 Custom unit conversion factor exponent and LSD choices have placed the
decimal point off of the display. The error flashes momentarily and the new
conversion factor will not be accepted.
Err 7 Power-on load error caused by load on platform during power-up. The display
appears for three seconds and the balance will use previously stored calibration
data. Remove load from platform and reapply power.
Err 9 Internal data error. Return balance for servicing.

SERVICE INFORMATION
If the Troubleshooting section does not resolve or describe your problem, you will need
to contact an authorized Ohaus Service Agent. For Service assistance in the United
States, please call Ohaus Corporation toll-free at (800) 526-0659, an Ohaus Product
Service Specialist will be available to help you.
NOTE: In New Jersey call (201) 377-9000.
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PARTS INFORMATION
If you require replacement parts or would like to purchase accessories, please call
Ohaus Corporation toll-free at (800) 526-0659, an Ohaus Product Parts Specialist will
be available to help you.

REPLACEMENT PARTS
OHAUS
Part Number
Span Calibration Masses:
10g
(CT10)
200g
(CT200)
300g
(CT600)

51014-05
51025-06
51035-05

AC Adapters:
100/120 V ac US Plug
230/240 V ac European Plug
230/240 V ac UK Plug
240 V ac Australian Plug

90524-77
90524-75
90524-79
90524-76

Platforms:
1.75" dia.
4" dia.
4" dia.
4.75" dia.
4.75" dia.
4.75" x 6.5"

76680-11
77521-00
77576-01
77261-01
77577-01
77467-02

(CT10)
(CT200)
(CT200V)
(CT600)
(CT600V)
(CT1200)

Draft Shield - (CT10)

76681-01

Scoop - (CT200, CT600, CT1200) 4" x 3-1/2", black

4590-30

Gem Cup - (CT10)

76684-00

Antistatic Towelettes - (CT10 and CT200)

76685-00

Weigh Below Hook

5227-04

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SECURITY
The balance can be secured to a stationary object using the Security Locking Cable
Accessory. The locking cable is equipped with a fastener which must be inserted in
the plugged hole in the back of the balance. The cable can be passed through the
fastener and secured to a stationary object.

ACCESSORIES
OHAUS
Part Number
RS232 Interface

77172-01

Security Locking Cable

76288-00

Span Calibration Mass Sets for CT1200 and CT6000

CT1200 - set includes one 1000g weight
CT6000 - set includes one 1000g and one 2000g Mass

76527-02
76527-00

Linearity Calibration Masses:

CT10
5g
CT200 100g
CT600 300g (use with 300g span mass
provided to make 600g.)
CT1200 500g (1000g span mass also required)
CT6000 2000g - 2 required (1000g and 2000g span
masses also required)
Scoops:
4" x 3-1/2", gold

53053-00
51015-05
51035-05
51055-06
51026-02

4590-00

4" x 3-1/2", aluminum

4590-10

1-1/2" x 2", aluminum

5076-00

2-1/4" x 3", gold

5077-00

2-1/4" x 3", black

5077-01

12" x 6", Stainless Steel, footed, (tare 190g), for CT6000

1078-03

12" x 6", Polypropylene, footed, (tare 125g), for CT6000

1101-20

Vinyl Carrying Case (used with original foam packing)

Deluxe Hard Carrying Case

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76525-02
77256-01

SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL

CT10

CT200

CT600

CT1200

CT6000

202 x 0.01

602 x 0.1

1210 x 0.1

6010 x 0.5

21.2 x 0.005

42.6 x 0.005

212 x 0.02

19.3 x 0.005

38.9 x 0.005

196 x 0.02

Capacity x Readability
grams (g)

10 x 0.002

ounces (oz)

0.35 x 0.0001

ounces troy (oz t)

0.32 x 0.0001 6.5 x 0.0005

pennyweight (dwt)
carats (ct)

7.1 x 0.0005

6.4 x 0.002

130 x 0.01

387 x 0.1

778 x 0.1

3900 x 0.5

50 x 0.01

999 x 0.05

3010 x 0.5

6050 x 0.5

30000 x 5

2.6 x 0.0002

13.4 x 0.002

pounds (lb)

0.44 x 0.0001 1.32 x 0.0002

HK taels

0.2671/0.0001 5.396/0.0005

16.08/0.005

32.32/0.005

160.3/0.02

Singapore taels

0.2645/0.0001 5.344/0.0005

15.92/0.005

32.01/0.005

158.7/0.02

Taiwan taels

0.2666/0.0001 5.386/0.0005

16.05/0.005

32.26/0.005

160.0/0.02

Parts counting

Standard

Custom unit

Standard

Repeatability (std. dev.) (g)

Linearity (g)

0.002

0.01

0.07

0.1

0.5

0.002

0.01

0.1

0.1

0.5

2.5

2.5

Tare range

To capacity by subtraction

Over range capacity

Stabilization time (Sec.)

Capacity plus 9d
3

2.5

Sensitivity drift (%/C)

0.005

0.003

0.01

0.003

0.005

Zero point drift (g/C)

0.002

0.02

0.2

0.2

0.002

0.01

0.1

0.1

0.5

Shift accuracy
(1/2 capacity, 1/2 distance) (g)

Operating temperature

50 to 104F/ 10 to 40C

Calibration
Power requirements

Auto calibration
AC adapter (supplied with balance); 100, 120, 220, 240 V ac, 50/60 Hz
or 8 AA Batteries (not included)

Typical battery life

50 hours (without optional RS232 accessory)

Display (in/cm)
Platform Size (in/cm)

LCD (0.5/1.3 high)

1.75/4.4 dia.

Dimensions
(W x H x D) (in/cm)
Net weight (lb/kg)
Shipping weight (lb/kg)

4/10.2 dia.

4.75/12.1dia.

4.75 x 6.5/
12.1 x 16.5

4.75 x 6.5/
12.1 x 16.5

7.0 x 2.5 x 7.7/17.8 x 6.3 x 19.6

2/0.9
3/2

1.5/0.7
4/2

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1.7/0.8

2.3/1

2.3/1

4/2

4/2

4/2

LIMITED WARRANTY
Ohaus products are warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship from the date of delivery through the duration of the
warranty period. During the warranty period Ohaus will repair, or, at its
option, replace any component(s) that proves to be defective at no
charge, provided that the product is returned, freight prepaid, to
Ohaus.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by
accident or misuse, exposed to radioactive or corrosive materials, has
foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product, or as a result
of service or modification by other than Ohaus. In lieu of a properly
returned warranty registration card, the warranty period shall begin on
the date of shipment to the authorized dealer. No other express or
implied warranty is given by Ohaus Corporation. Ohaus Corporation
shall not be liable for any consequential damages.
As warranty legislation differs from state to state and country to
country, please contact Ohaus or your local Ohaus dealer for further
details.

38

Ohaus Corporation
29 Hanover Road,
Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA
Tel: (973) 377-9000,
Fax: (973) 593-0359
With offices worldwide.

P/N 77145-03 R0698 Ohaus Corporation 1998, all rights reserved.

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Ohaus Corporation
29 Hanover Road
Florham Park NJ
07932-0900

CT SERIES
RS232 INTERF
ACE
INTERFA
KIT
For use with Models
CT10, CT200, CT600, CT600L
CT1200 and CT6000
Instruction Manual

NOTICE: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH THE LIMITS FOR
A CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
THESE LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE 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 INSTRUCTION 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.
THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EXCEED THE CLASS A LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSIONS FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS AS SET OUT IN THE INTERFERENCE-CAUSING EQUIPMENT
STANDARD ENTITLED DIGITAL APPARATUS, ICES-003 OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE RESPECTE LES LIMITES DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES
APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE CLASSE A PRESCRITES DANS LA NORME
SUR LE MATERIEL BROUILLEUR : APPAREILS NUMERIQUES, NMB-003 EDICTEE PAR LE
MINISTRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment are not permitted.

INTRODUCTION
The RS232 Interface Accessory is a bidirectional interface which enables Portable
Advanced Electronic Balances to communicate with a printer or computer equipped
with an RS232 serial port. The interface assembly is easily installed in the balance and
communication parameters are configured using the Print menu after installation.

INSTALLATION
Use the following procedure to install the
RS232 Interface accessory.

REMOVE 4 COVER SCREWS

CAUTION
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE BALANCE, BE CERTAIN THAT POWER IS
DISCONNECTED BEFORE REMOVING
THE COVER.
1.

Disconnect power to the balance.

2.

Remove the Platform from the balance, and turn the balance upside
down. (Do not remove Platform on
CT6000 Models.)

3.

Remove batteries if installed.

4.

The bottom plate is held by four

screws, one located in each corner.
Remove the four screws and lift off
the bottom plate.

5.

At the rear of the balance, a protective

label is provided which covers the
hole for the 9-pin RS232 connector.
Peel off the label to expose the hole.

6.

REMOVE LABEL

The circuit board in the balance contains a circuit connector. Obtain the
RS232 Interface Accessory and carefully install the ribbon connector from
the Interface onto the edge of the
main circuit board as shown.

CONNECTOR FROM RS232 INTERFACE

7.

Place the RS232 circuit board and

connector assembly in the balance
so that the 9-pin connector fits through
the hole.

8.

Fasten the Interface assembly to the

balance using the two screws provided with the Interface.

Replace the bottom plate and fasten

with the 4 screws previously removed.

INSERT CIRCUIT BOARD

AS SHOWN

10. Install the batteries (if removed) or

AC Adapter.

FASTEN SCREWS

11. Replace the platform.

Cable Connections
It is recommended to use an Ohaus cable,
however, you may configure your own.

TARE *

On the rear of the balance, a 9-pin subminiature D connector is provided for interfacing to other devices. The pinout and pin
connections are shown in the adjacent
illustration.

PRINT *

The balance will not output any data unless pin 5 (CTS) is held in an ON state (+3
to +15 V dc). Interfaces not utilizing the
CTS handshake may tie pin 5 to pin 6 to
defeat it.

1
2
3
4*
5
6
7
8
9*

Connect the cable from the balance to the

external device.
If communication parameters of the external device match the factory settings, the
Interface is ready for use. Refer to Printing. If not, refer to Configuring the Print
Menu to change the interface parameters.

Make no connection
Data Out (TXD)
Data In (RXD)
Tare (External signal)
Clear To Send (CTS)
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
Ground
Request To Send (RTS)
Print (External signal)

* External PRINT and/or TARE

switches may be installed as shown
in the diagram. Momentary contact switches must be used.

PRINTING
When the Interface is installed,
the

switch on the balance can initate

print commands as follows:

1. Short press when only one measuring unit is set on.

2. Slightly extended press when more than one measuring unit is on.
3. Longer press turns the balance off.
The display indicates -P- and the external device will print. Data output is in the format
shown under the P command in the RS232 Command Table.
Data output can also be initiated as follows:
1. Using the Auto Print feature.
2. Sending a print command (P) from a computer.
3. Using an external print switch.
When the interface is connected to a computer, two way communication between the
computer and balance is possible using the commands outlined in the RS232
Command Table.

CONFIGURING THE PRINT MENU

The Print menu is used to configure the RS232 Interface parameters and customize
the balances print functions for your requirements. The following illustration shows
the sequence in which submenus appear on the Print menu.

PRINT MENU
Resets to original factory settings:
Baud Rate: 2400
Data Bits: 7
Parity Bit: None
Stop Bit: 2
Auto Print: OFF
Stable Data Output
Only: OFF

RESET
YES/NO
BAUD RATE
300, 1200, 2400
2400,
4800, 9600
DATA BITS**
7 or 8
PARITY BIT**
Odd, Even, None
STOP BITS**
1 or 2
AUTO PRINT
continuous, on stability,
OFF
STABLE DATA OUTPUT ONLY *
ON or OFF

Must be used to exit

and store changes
made.

END

* Not available on Legal for Trade models. Original factory settings apply.
**The total number of bits for Data, Parity and Stop must equal 9 or 10.

To access the Print menu, press and hold

until Print appears, then release it.

Use these buttons to step through the menu and make selections:
next
selection

select
displayed item

RS232 COMMAND TABLE

Only the characters shown in the following table are acknowledged by the balance. Any other
commands not shown in the table, balance responds with ES syntax error. Commands sent to
the balance must be terminated with a carriage return (CR) or carriage return-line line feed
(CRLF). Data output by the balance is always terminated with a carriage return - line feed (CRLF).
Command
Character

Description

<Esc> D

Sets all balance menu selections to the factory defaults.

Print display data in the following format:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
+
display value Sp units
? Cr Lf

Print display Unit in the following format:

(field)
units
stability
Cr
(# of char) 3
1
1

Sp=Space

Lf
1

This command has the same effect as pressing the left button (OFF
MODE) on the front panel.

This command has the same effect as pressing the Right button (On
TARE) on the front panel.

Exit parts counting mode.

L*

Start a 3 point Linearity Calibration.

C*

Start Span Calibration.

Print software version in the format: "CT V-.-".

Toggle automatic error message printing ON or OFF. Current status

after executing the command is shown as ON or OFF. Default is ON.

0D/1D

Disable/Enable a 1 second delay in the balance's response to a "P"

command.

0S/1S *

Disable/Enable the Stable Data Only printing feature. This is equivalent to the StAbL sub-menu of the Print menu.

nZ*, n=0,1,2,3

Set Auto Zero Tracking to OFF, .5d, 1d or 3d. This is the equivalent
to the Auto.0 sub-menu of the Setup menu.

nnA

Set Auto Print feature to nn. This is equivalent to the Auto.P sub-menu
of the Print menu with the feature of "Interval Print" added.
nn=0, Off
nn=S, On Stable
nn=C, Continuous
nn=1 -99, Set interval to nn seconds.

* Command is not available on Legal for Trade models.

SERVICE INFORMATION
For Service assistance in the United States, please call Ohaus Corporation toll-free at
(800) 526-0659. An Ohaus Product Service Specialist will be available to help you.

LIMITED WARRANTY
Ohaus products are warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship from the date of delivery through the duration of the
warranty period. During the warranty period Ohaus will repair, or, at its
option, replace any component(s) that proves to be defective at no
charge, provided that the product is returned, freight prepaid, to
Ohaus.
This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by
accident or misuse, exposed to radioactive or corrosive materials, has
foreign material penetrating to the inside of the product, or as a result
of service or modification by other than Ohaus. In lieu of a properly
returned warranty registration card, the warranty period shall begin on
the date of shipment to the authorized dealer. No other express or
implied warranty is given by Ohaus Corporation. Ohaus Corporation
shall not be liable for any consequential damages.
As warranty legislation differs from state to state and country to
country, please contact Ohaus or your local Ohaus dealer for further
details.

Ohaus Corporation
29 Hanover Road,
Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA
Tel: (973) 377-9000,
Fax: (973) 593-0359
With offices in England, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Poland, Mexico, Japan,
Korea and China.
P/N 77171-02 R1198

Ohaus Corporation 1996, 1998 all rights reserved.