Postage Meter Interface; Connecting The Excelscale To A Fp Postage Meter; Using The Interface Feature - FP EXCELSCALE Operator's Manual

Section 4.

Postage Meter Interface

Your excelscale can be connected to the approved FP mailing machines for automatic
weight setting. When the two machines are connected, weight readings are
automatically transferred to the FP mailing machines for fast mail processing.
4.1 Connecting the
Your excelscale was delivered with up to two interface cables, depending on the scale
version.
Regular version includes two cables. Cable are used to connect the FP approved meters
(Ultimail/Centormail) via PC Port. Both cables allow connection between both machines
through the RS-232 serial interface ports. (Always disconnect power to both machines
before attempting to connect or disconnect the interface cable. Never manipulate the
interface cable when either machine is on.
USB version of the scale include one USB cable. The cable is used to connect the FP
PostBase to the PC USB port.
4.2

Using the Interface Feature

1. After the interface cable is securely connected, turn on the scale and the postage
meter.
2. Place mail onto the excelscale weighing tray.
3. The postage meter will beep when it accepts the weight reading.
4. The rating function of the postage meter can now be used.
excelscale
to a FP Postage Meters.
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