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Shipping & Mailing Stamp Duty Meters B700® Version 2.0 User Guide Indian Stamp Duty Edition SV63364 Rev. A July 2020...
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Except as provided in writing, duly signed by an officer of Pitney Bowes, no license either express or implied, under any Pitney Bowes or third party’s patent, copyright or other intellectual property rights is...
Uploading system logs 4 - Printing Stamp Duty impressions Printing a Stamp Duty impression Checking your available funds Adding funds to your meter Getting a refund for damaged or incorrectly printed Stamp Duty impressions Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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Moving your device 8 - Supplies Supplies 9 - Machine Information Stamp Duty meter requirements Sections of the meter impression Security information Parts of the device Connections on the back of the machine Specifications Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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10 - Safety Important safety notes 11 - Technical Support Contacting Pitney Bowes 12 - Third party software Third party software Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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1 - Quick start guide In this section Navigating the Home screen Adding funds to your meter Printing a Stamp Duty impression Installing the ink cartridge Printing a test pattern...
1 • Quick start guide Navigating the Home screen The Home screen on the B700 Version 2.0 device provides the starting point for printing a Stamp Duty impression. Begin by tapping (1) B700 Version 2.0. The application drawer (2) at the bottom of the screen provides access to a variety of applications to support and enhance your B700 Version 2.0 device.
Allows you to turn wireless connection on or off. The icon here represents a wireless connection. 6. Profile - Lock your B700 Version 2.0 device. 7. Settings - View or change your machine and application settings. For your machine, this includes adjusting the screen brightness, setting sound notification levels, and viewing wireless or Ethernet connection information.
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1 • Quick start guide To add funds to your meter: 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Unused Amount. 3. Tap Refill Amount. 4. Enter the funds refill amount. To change the amount shown, tap the back button.
7. Tap Done. 8. Your updated funds balance is displayed on the Stamp Duty printing screen. Printing a Stamp Duty impression The Stamp Duty printing screen is the starting point for printing stamp duty impressions. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
1 • Quick start guide To open the Stamp Duty printing screen, tap the B700 Version 2.0 button on the Home screen. On this screen, you can: 1. View the balance of funds you have remaining in your device. 2. Enter the value of the Stamp Duty impression you would like to print.
Maintenance screen re-displays. 7. Perform a print test to ensure you get a good test print pattern. Important: Only use genuine Pitney Bowes ink cartridges. Printing a test pattern Printing a test pattern lets you see if the printhead is functioning properly or if you have enough ink in the cartridge.
2 - Connectivity information In this section Setting up a wired network connection Setting up a wireless (Wi-Fi) network connection Deleting a Wi-Fi network Checking your network connection Checking the MAC address for wired and wireless networks Setting up a proxy server...
2 • Connectivity information Setting up a wired network connection You can connect your B700 Version 2.0 device via a wired LAN connection. This enables you to add funds and upload transactions from your device. First, determine the connection type: 1.
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6. Quickly tap and release the power button to turn the device back on. 7. Tap the Settings icon in the toolbar. 8. Tap Wired (Ethernet) and make sure DHCP is selected. 9. Tap Connect. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
10. Tap Connect. Setting up a wireless (Wi-Fi) network connection You can connect your B700 Version 2.0 via a wireless network. This enables you to add funds and upload transactions from your device. 1. Tap the Settings icon on the toolbar.
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3. Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list. If your Wi-Fi network is hidden, tap Add Network to add 4. Enter your Wi-Fi password and identity. Tip: Use the show password option to make sure that your password is entered correctly. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
If you don't want your device to automatically connect to a network, or you need to resolve a wireless network issue, you can delete that network. 1. Tap the Settings icon on the toolbar. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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3. Tap on the network you wish to delete. Note that you can only delete a network to which you have previously connected. The network details display. 4. Tap Forget to delete the network connection. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
Tap the Check Network application icon in the application drawer at the bottom of the Home screen. Checking the MAC address for wired and wireless networks Your device contains two MAC addresses; however, it will only be using one MAC address, depending on your chosen connection method. Wireless: Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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2 • Connectivity information 1. Tap the Settings icon in the toolbar. 2. Tap Wi-Fi. 3. The MAC address appears above the list of wireless networks. Wired: Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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The MAC address displays: 4. Tap X to close this window. 5. Tap Close, then the back arrow to return to the Home screen. If the MAC address does not display, try these steps: Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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3. Scroll down to the "Base Network Info" section and locate the Mac Address field. This contains the MAC Address. 4. Tap Cancel in the upper left corner to return to the Home screen. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
(such as the internet). Proxy servers provide increased performance and security. 1. Tap the Settings icon on the toolbar. 2. Tap the Wi-Fi or Wired (Ethernet) option in the in the Device & Network section. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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If you select DCHP, tap on the drop-down arrow next to Proxy Setting and select Manual. 4. For Proxy Hostname enter the IP address, HTTP or HTTP proxy address of your proxy server. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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Refer to the B700 Version 2.0 Connectivity Guide for additional information. You can view or download the guide at the Pitney Bowes support site.
If you assigned a security PIN when you installed your device, you must enter it when you power it up or after it enters the sleep mode. Create a security pin 1. Tap the Settings icon on the toolbar. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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2. Tap the Security PIN option in the Device & Network section of the screen. 3. Tap the Create PIN button. 4. Enter a 4-digit numeric PIN using the keyboard on the display. 5. Verify your PIN by entering it again. Change or disable the security PIN Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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1. Tap the user profile icon in the upper right corner of the toolbar. 2. Tap Lock this device. The screen saver displays shortly after the "device is Locked" screen displays. If you forget your Security PIN, tap on the Forgot PIN? link to get help. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
2. Scroll down to the Advanced device Options section. 3. Tap System Log Upload to see a list of the available logs. 4. Tap the tick box in front of any log that you wish to deselect. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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6. Once the upload completes, an upload message bar appears at the bottom of the screen. 7. Tap Got It in the message bar. 8. Select another log to upload, or swipe down from the top of the screen and then tap on the Home icon to exit. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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4 - Printing Stamp Duty impressions In this section Printing a Stamp Duty impression Checking your available funds Adding funds to your meter Getting a refund for damaged or incorrectly printed Stamp Duty impressions...
Printing a Stamp Duty impression The Stamp Duty printing screen is the starting point for printing stamp duty impressions. To open the Stamp Duty printing screen, tap the B700 Version 2.0 button on the Home screen. On this screen, you can: 1.
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Your available funds are displayed on the Unused Amount button on the Stamp Duty printing screen. To view the amount available to download onto your device: 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Unused Amount. 3. Tap Refill Settings.
For wired network connections, you will see the following connection icon in the toolbar: If you have a wireless connection, you will see the following connection icon in the toolbar: To add funds to your meter: Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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4 • Printing Stamp Duty impressions 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Unused Amount. 3. Tap Refill Amount. 4. Enter the funds refill amount. To change the amount shown, tap the back button. 5. Tap Refill Stamp Amount.
Therefore it is important to ensure the correct value is displayed before printing Stamp Duty impressions. For an up-to-date refund you can contact your nearest licensing office or check with an allocated service engineer for the process. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
5 - Managing Stamp Duty Printing In this section Changing the default refill amount Uploading transactions Clearing or resetting the number of impressions sent Performing remote inspections Setting the low funds warning...
6. Enter the new amount. 7. Tap Apply. From the Home screen: 1. Tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Unused Amount. 3. Tap Refill Settings. 4. Tap the box under Default refill amount. 5. Tap the back key to remove the existing amount. You may need to tap the key multiple times to clear the amount.
Stamp Duty impressions to print and you want to record the number in each batch. Make certain that you wish to delete the piece count information. Once you do so, you cannot restore the deleted data. 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Pieces. 3. Tap Reset Counter to 0.
Set up your device to warn you when your available funds reach a certain amount. Use this warning as a reminder to add more funds to your device. 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap Unused Amount.
6 - View Print Reports In this section Viewing the total spent on printing stamp duty impressions Printing a receipt when refilling funds Viewing the funds refill history Printing a Register report...
Printing a receipt when refilling funds When you add funds to your B700 Version 2.0 device, you have the option of printing a receipt. To view past receipts for funds refills, tap the History & Reports icon in the application drawer and open the Refill History report.
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Meter Number: The serial number of the device. The date and time the report was printed. To print a funds report: 1. On the Home screen, tap B700 Version 2.0. 2. Tap the piece count in the upper right. 3. Tap Print Report.
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7 - Machine Maintenance In this section Printing a test pattern Cleaning the printhead Installing the ink cartridge Installing the printhead Feeding media Moving your device...
Installing the ink cartridge Your B700 Version 2.0 device uses ink from the ink cartridges during normal maintenance cycles. You must maintain adequate ink supply in all of the cartridges to keep the system in optimal working condition.
Maintenance screen re-displays. 7. Perform a print test to ensure you get a good test print pattern. Important: Only use genuine Pitney Bowes ink cartridges. Installing the printhead Install a new printhead if you have replaced your ink cartridge, cleaned the printhead nozzles and are still experiencing print quality issues.
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7 • Machine Maintenance 7. Squeeze the two grey tabs on either side of the printhead. 8. Lift and tilt the printhead gently to the right. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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9. Pull the old printhead up and out of the holder. 10. Note the location of the plastic alignment tabs and the orientation of the printhead so that you can install the new printhead correctly. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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13. Gently push the printhead into place until it snaps into position. 14. Install the ink cartridge (see the label to the right of the cartridge holder). 15. Rotate the guard back to the closed position. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
Use a can of non-flammable compressed air and blow on the feed deck on the left side and work toward the transport deck on the right side. Make sure and remove all the dust and debris. Pitney Bowes User Guide...
7 • Machine Maintenance Moving your device Follow these steps and precautions to move your B700 Version 2.0 device safely. These apply whether you are moving your device across the room or to a new facility. 1. Remove the ink cartridge. Once you get the ink cartridge out, place it in a zip-top bag.
8 • Supplies Supplies For ordering genuine supplies, please visit our website at https://www.pitneybowesdirect.co.in/ You can also call us on 1800 110 999. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
9 - Machine Information In this section Stamp Duty meter requirements Sections of the meter impression Security information Parts of the device Connections on the back of the machine Specifications...
9 • Machine Information Stamp Duty meter requirements Since your B700 Version 2.0 device is licensed by the state government, you must follow a few basic requirements. Documents must have the correct date and amount printed. Always ensure that your impressions are clear and complete. Poor print quality prints may result in the state government being unable to offer the service you requested and if the prints are illegible the items may be rejected.
Parts of the device Familiarise yourself with the parts of your B700 Version 2.0. 1. Colour touchscreen display - Process documents (tablet style). 2. Ink access cover - Opens to allow access to the ink cartridges for the device (find the model and serial numbers inside).
9 • Machine Information Connections on the back of the machine All B700 Version 2.0 models have USB and network ports on the back. 1. USB port type A host - use for: External peripherals (if applicable). 2. USB port, type B host - use for: Service operations.
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1 USB peripheral port type B used only by PB service representatives. 1 RJ45 (wired network connector). Display: 7 inch tablet (169 pixels/inch). Print Resolution: 300 H x 600 V dpi. Print Image Area: 25.4 mm x 165 mm. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...
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10 - Safety In this section Important safety notes...
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Please read all instructions before you attempt to operate the system. Save these instructions for future use. Use only Pitney Bowes approved supplies, in particular aerosol dusters. Improper storage and use of aerosol dusters or flammable aerosol dusters can cause an explosive-like condition that could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
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This product contains a lithium ion battery. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. If you are leasing this product, you must return it to Pitney Bowes. Alternatively, contact your local waste disposal or recycle facility for instructions on how to dispose of it properly.
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11 - Technical Support In this section Contacting Pitney Bowes...
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11 • Technical Support Contacting Pitney Bowes Your system information Be sure to have the following information available before contacting Pitney Bowes Technical Support: Product Name: B700 Version 2.0 device. PCN and serial number: check the label under the front cover of the machine.
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12 - Third party software In this section Third party software...
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12 • Third party software Third party software Third party software may have been incorporated into this product by Pitney Bowes Inc. (“PBI”) under permission from PBI’s licensors. Any special terms and conditions that apply to such software are provided below: This product contains the following software: Okhttp3 which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0.
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Linux kernel under the terms of the GPL, without charge except for the cost of the media, shipping, and handling, upon written request to PBI. Such requests should be sent by e-mail to iptl@pb.com. Pitney Bowes User Guide July 2020...