1WMPD4001294C
AD-8526
Ethernet Converter Instruction Manual
The AD-8526 Ethernet Converter can connect the RS-232C interface of a weighing instrument to the
Ethernet (LAN) port of a computer that is not equipped with an RS-232C interface. By using the
AD-8526, weight data from a weighing instrument can be managed with a computer connected to the
network. The weighing instrument can also be controlled by the connected computer.
Unpacking the AD-8526
Note: Only the following cable is included if specified when ordering:
DIN 7-pin to D-Sub 9-pin cable (AX-KO1786-200)
If not specified, the following two communication cables are included:
DIN 7-pin to D-Sub 9-pin cable (AX-KO1786-200), D-Sub 9-pin to D-Sub 9-pin cable (AX-KO2466-200)
Specification
1. Specification
3. RS-232C serial interface
Operating environment : -10°C to +40°C
Connector:
D-Sub 9-pin male
AC adapter: Confirm that the adapter type is correct for
the local voltage and power receptacle type
Transmission form: Asynchronous, bi-directional
Data format
Baud rate: 600, 1200, 2400
*
, 4800,
9600, 19200bps
Power consumption: Approx. 11VA (supplied to the AC adapter)
Data bits: 7
*
or 8 bits
Dimensions:
113(W) x 60(D) x 38(H) mm
Parity:
Even
*
, Odd, None
Net weight:
Approximately 250g
Stop bits: 1 bit
*
or 2 bits
2. Ethernet interface
Connector:
RJ45
*
: Factory settings
Protocol:
TCP/IP
Weighing Instrument Cables
Required AD-8526 Cable by Weighing Instrument
Weighing instrument
Interface option
Communications cable (Length 2 m)
GX, GF, GX-K, GF-K, GP, GR, HR,
MC
None (D-Sub 25-pin, standard accessory)
AX-KO1710-200
EK-
i
, EW-
i
, FC-
i
, FC-S
i
, GH, HR-
i
None (D-Sub 9-pin, standard accessory)
AX-KO2466-200
AD-4212C
None (D-Sub 9-pin, standard accessory)
AD4212C standard accessory
HV-G, HV-WP, HW-G, HW-WP
None (DIN 7-pin, standard accessory)
AX-KO1786-200
FG
OP-03 (DIN 7-pin)
AX-KO1786-200
FG-L, FG-M
OP-23 (DIN 8-pin)
AX-KO1786-200
Please refer to our website for the latest information.
Connecting the Weighing Instrument to a Computer
Caution
Contact your network manager before connecting the AD-8526 to a network. The AD-8526 may
generate a network error. A&D assumes no responsibility for any errors that may be caused.
Affix the AC adapter labels to the AC adapter and the connector end of the cable.
Set the IP address and subnet mask to the AD-8526 one at a time.
The factory default IP address is 172.16.100.2. Do not duplicate an IP address.
The IP address cannot be returned to the factory setting.
We recommend that you write the IP address on the supplied label.
Preparation
Please download each software from A&D website
（
https://www.aandd.jp/products/software/software.html
）
for below.
(1) Setting procedure “WinCT-Plus” instruction manual
(2) IP address setting software “Device Installer”
(3) Data acquisition software
“WinCT-Plus”
Step 1 Connect the AC adapter to the AD-8526.
Step 2 Connect the AD-8526 and the computer with a cross
cable directly or connect them with a hub and straight
cables.
Step 3 Input the IP addresses and subnet masks of the AD-8526
and computer. For the setting procedure, refer to the
“WinCT-Plus” instruction manual.
Communication error may occur if set incorrectly.
Step 4 Write the IP address on the IP address label and affix it on
the AD-8526 (and the weighing instrument
if necessary)
where you can see the address easily.
Step 5 Install the RsMulti data acquisition software to download the
“WinCT-Plus” instruction manual.PDF form A&D website.
（
https://www.aandd.jp/products/software/software.html
）
Step 6 Connect the accessory RS-232C cable between the RS-232C
interface of the weighing instrument and the AD-8526’s port.
Data Communication Software
The RSMulti data acquisition software can be launched on a Windows PC. Menu: [Start] [Program]
[A&D WinCT-Plus] [RsMulti]. Refer to the Manual PDF file in the A&D WinCT-Plus for details on the
operation.
This software can acquire data from multiple devices connected by LAN or RS-232C.
The software can control these devices with commands.
The software can acquire data transmitted from devices. Example: When the
key is pressed on the
balance, data is output and is acquired with the computer.
Stored data can be used with Excel. (Install Microsoft Excel before use.)
Example
A sample window of RsMulti
Two balances are connected.
IP address Subnet mask
Computer 172.16.100.1
255.255.0.0
GX-600
172.16.100.2
GP-30K
172.16.100.3
172.16.100.1
172.16.100.2 172.16.100.3
GX-600
GP-30K
GX-600
GP-30K
GX-600
GP-30K
+0182.252
+0182.253
+0182.955
+0182.964
+0182.965
+0186.676
+0182.251
+0182.251
+0182.965
+0182.265
+0182.252
+0182.239
+019218.1
+019218.2
+019218.2
+019289.8
+019218.2
+019218.4
+019218.0
+019218.0
Hub
Computer
Step 2
Computer
Step 2
RS-232C cable
Step 6
Step 6
AD-8526
Step1
Straight cable
Cross cable
Weighing
instrument
AD-8526
AC adapter
Note
Please confirm that
the AC adapter type
is correct for your
local voltage and
receptacle type.
IP address label
(5 labels)
Write a preset IP address and
affix it on the weighing instrument.
AC adapter labels
Affix them to the AC adapter and
the connector end of the cable.
IP address protective cover
(5 labels)
Affix it on the IP address label.
RS-232C cable
(Length: Approx. 2m. 2 pcs)
AC adapter
AD8526
Ethernet converter
MAC address
Positions to affix
AC adapter labels
(Example)
