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SPS-70 / 150
Rate Computing Scale
Operation Manual
Revision 1.1
May 8, 2000

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  • Page 1 SPS-70 / 150 Rate Computing Scale Operation Manual Revision 1.1 May 8, 2000...
  • Page 2 © 1998-2000 Transcell Technology, Inc. Contents subject to change without notice. Transcell Technology, Inc. 975 Deerfield Parkway Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Tel (847) 419-9180 Fax (847) 419-1515 E-mail: transcell@transcell.net Web: www.transcell.net...
  • Page 3 NOTE 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 protec- tion 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 instructions manual, may cause harmful interference to radio com- munications.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Chapter 1: Introduction To The Transcell Model SPS-70/150 Rate Computing Scale ....1-1 Chapter 2: Getting Started ......................2-1 Chapter 3: Basics of Operation ....................3-1 Display ........................3-1 Keyboard ........................3-1 3.2.1 USPS, UPS and FedEx Rate Keys............... 3-1 3.2.1.1...
  • Page 5 Appendix G: Error Messages......................G-1 Error Messages......................G-1 G.1.1 Operator Errors .................... G-1 LIST OF FIGURES SPS-70 Front Panel ......................1-1 SPS-70/150 Back Panel..................... 2-1 SPS-70/150 Display Detail ....................3-1 Rate Keys and Operator Keys Layout................. 3-1 SPS-70/150 Back Panel..................... 7-1...
  • Page 6 It is equipped with many helpful features that guide the operator through the day to day mailing activities. The scale is available in two weight capacities. The Model SPS-70 which has a maximum weighing capacity of 70 pounds and the Model SPS-150 which has a maximum weighing capac- ity of 150 pounds.
  • Page 7 CANADA MEXICO ZERO FEDEX FEDEX FEDEX RATE PRIO 2DAY SCALE INTL PIECE AIR / SPEC CLEAR ENTER 1 ST - LETTER PARCEL SM PKT CERT COUNT SURF RECPT PRIOR POST PRT MT MODEL SPS-70 FIGURE 1-1: SPS-70Front Panel Page 1-2...

  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    ON/OFF CONNECTOR PORT SWITCH Figure 2-1: SPS-70 / SPS-150 Back Panel Step 1. Position the scale in its area of intended use. Observe the following guidelines for suitable location. 1. Choose a firm, stable floor or table. 2. Do not share an AC outlet with electrical noise producing equipment, such as refrigeration units.

  • Page 9: Chapter 3: Basics Of Operation

    $ 8.51 RATE FIGURE 3-1: SPS-70/SPS-150 Display Detail As shown in Figure 3-1, the scale displays the class of mail, weight, shipping charge (rate) and des- tination zone or country. When additional information is needed, the scale will prompt for the infor- mation.

  • Page 10: Fedex Rate Keys

    • International Air - This key is used to select the International Air rates. If an In- ternational Surface rate is already displayed, this key toggles the display to show the International Air rate. • International Surface - This key is used to select the International Surface rates.

  • Page 11: Zip/Zone Key

    postal insurance. If the amount is over $100, the scale automatically includes postal insurance. • Certified - If this service is selected, the appropriate fee for the transaction is applied to the displayed rate. • Return Receipt - If this service is selected, the appropriate fee for the transac- tion is applied to the displayed rate.

  • Page 12: General Scale Operation

    3.3 GENERAL SCALE OPERATION 3.3.1 SYSTEM PROMPTS The SPS-70 and SPS-150 scale prompts for information in three ways. • Numeric Entry - This type of prompt appears as an “Enter Val” message with an equal sign indicating a zero value. Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data and press the ENTER key to complete the entry.

  • Page 13: Entering A Zip Code Or Country Code

    3.3.5 ENTERING A ZIP CODE OR COUNTRY CODE 3.3.5.1 ZIP CODE ENTRY If the method of shipment and/or the weight of the item requires a ZIP Code, the scale will prompt for a ZIP Code entry. • When the scale prompts you for a ZIP Code, enter the three-digit destination ZIP code.

  • Page 14: Chapter 4: Examples Of Operation

    CHAPTER 4: EXAMPLES OF OPERATION 4.1 SENDING A LETTER OR PARCEL BY USPS FIRST CLASS/PRIORITY MAIL 1. 1ST Class Mail (Weight Less Than or Equal To 11 ounces) ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE 1. Press the 1 /Priority key. No further action is CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY necessary.

  • Page 15: Sending An International Air Letter By Usps

    4.2 SENDING AN INTERNATIONAL AIR LETTER BY USPS ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE 1. Press the Letter Key. CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY CTY CODE $ 3.00 RATE 2. Using the numeric keys, enter the country code CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY from Appendix D. In our example, we will CTY CODE choose Canada, which has a country code of 237.

  • Page 16: Sending A Letter By Ups Second Day Air

    4.3 SENDING A LETTER BY UPS SECOND DAY AIR ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE 1. Press the UPS 2 Day Air (4) key. CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY ZIP/ZONE $ 3.00 RATE 2. Enter the first three digits of the destination ZIP CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY code using the numeric keys. In this example, ZIP/ZONE we will use ZIP code 123.

  • Page 17: Sending A Letter By Federal Express Standard Overnight

    4.4 SENDING A LETTER BY FEDERAL EXPRESS STANDARD OVERNIGHT ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE 1. Press the FedEx Standard (8) key. CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY ZIP/ZONE $ 3.00 RATE 2. Enter the first three digits of the destination ZIP CLASS/CARRIER ZONE/CTRY code using the numeric keys. In this example, ZIP/ZONE we will use ZIP code 123.

  • Page 18: Chapter 5: Advanced Features And Operation

    CHAPTER 5: ADVANCED FEATURES AND OPERATION PIECE COUNTING This function is used to count items of identical weight. To maintain the count accuracy, the following guidelines should be followed. • All items placed on the scale must be of the same weight. •...

  • Page 19: Chapter 6: Setup Operations

    CHAPTER 6: SETUP OPERATION SETUP OPERATION OVERVIEW The system setup consists of three setup areas: Setup Menu, Calibration Menu and Analog to Digital Conversion Diagnostic Menu. SETUP MENU The Setup Menu is used to configure the Origination ZIP code, Handling Charge and Buzzer setup. 1.

  • Page 20: Buzzer Enable/Disable

    The SPS-70 scale may be calibrated using precision test weights of 4 lb and 50 lb. The SPS-150 scale may be calibrated using precision test weights of 4 lb and 100 lb. Please note that if the unit is sealed for use in commercial applications, this calibration procedure is inhibited.

  • Page 21: Chapter 7: Legal For Trade Sealing

    CHAPTER 7: LEGAL FOR TRADE SEALING SEALING METHOD The SPS-70 scale only can be sealed for commercial (Legal for Trade) applications as follows. 1. Turn the scale off. 2. On the back of the scale, locate the Calibration Slide Switch Cover Plate (see illustration below).

  • Page 22: Appendix A: Specifications

    APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITY: NON-LEGAL-FOR-TRADE OPERATING 0–4 lb x 0.1 oz (SPS-70) TEMPERATURE RANGE: 0–4 lb x 0.2 oz (SPS-150) 32°F to 104°F 4–70 lb x 0.5 oz (SPS-70) (0°C to 40°C) 4–150 lb x 0.5 oz (SPS-150) LEGAL-FOR-TRADE OPERATING...

  • Page 23: Appendix B: Standard Rates, Special Services And Functions

    APPENDIX B: STANDARD RATES, SPECIAL SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS STANDARD RATES, SPECIAL SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS B.1.1 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE (USPS) • 1st/Priority (Power On Default) • Express PO-ADR • Standard • Book • International Air - Letter, Printed Matter, Small Packets, Parcel Post Surface - Printed Matter, Small Packets, Parcel Post •...

  • Page 24: Appendix C: Rate And Special Service Abbreviations

    APPENDIX C: RATE AND SPECIAL SERVICE ABBREVIATIONS RATE ABBREVIATIONS Display Rate Abbreviation. USPS First 1st Class (<11 oz) USPS 1st Priority (>11 oz) USPS Express PO-ADR USPS Standard Single Piece (<16 oz) USPS Standard Parcel Post (>16 oz) USPS Book BOOK USPS Library USPS International Air Letter...

  • Page 25: Appendix D: Country Code Chart

    APPENDIX D: COUNTRY CODE CHART TRANSCELL USPS INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY CODE CHART 200 Afghanistan 253 Czech Republic 201 Albania 254 Denmark 202 Algeria 255 Djibouti 203 Andorra 256 Dominica 204 Angola 257 Dominican Republic 205 Anguilla 258 Ecuador 206 Antigua & Barbuda 259 Egypt 207 Argentina 260 El Salvador...
  • Page 26 307 Kuwait 361 Rwanda 308 Kyrgyzstan 362 St. Christopher & Nevis 309 Laos 363 St. Helena 310 Latvia 364 St. Lucia 311 Lebanon 365 St. Pierre & Miquelon 312 Lesotho 366 St. Vincent & Grenadines 313 Liberia 367 San Marino 314 Libya 368 Sao Tome &...

  • Page 27: Appendix E: Country Name Abbreviations

    APPENDIX E: COUNTRY NAME ABBREVIATIONS Country Name Country Name Abbr. Abbr. Afghanistan AFGHANIS Cuba CUBA Albania ALBANIA Cyprus CYPRUS Algeria ALGERIA Czech Republic CZECH RE Andorra ANDORRA Denmark DENMARK Angola ANGOLA Djibouti DJIBOUTI Anguilla ANGUILLA Dominican Republic DOM REP Antigua & Barbuda ANTIGUA Dominica DOMINICA...
  • Page 28 Country Name Country Name Abbr. Abbr. Jordan JORDAN Philippines PHILIPPI Kazakhstan KAZAKHST Pitcairn Islands PITCAIRN Kenya KENYA Poland POLAND Kiribati KIRIBATI Portugal PORTUGAL Kuwait KUWAIT Qatar QATAR Kyrgyzstan KYRGYZST Reunion REUNION Laos LAOS Romania ROMANIA Latvia LATVIA Russia RUSSIA Lebanon LEBANON Rwanda RWANDA...
  • Page 29 Country Name Abbr. United Arab Emirate UNITED A Uruguay URUGUAY Uzbekistan UZBEKIST Vanuatu VANUATU Vatican City VATICAN Venezuela VENEZUEL Vietnam VIETNAM Wallis & Futuna Islands WALLIS & Western Samoa W. SAMOA Yemen YEMEN Zambia ZAMBIA Zimbabwe ZIMBABWE Page E-3...

  • Page 30: Appendix F: Rate Change Information

    APPENDIX F: RATE CHANGE INFORMATION RATE UPDATES Transcell updates carrier rate and structure changes. The rates and operating system reside on one Rate Card, which is removable from the scale for reprogramming purposes. 1. Turn the scale’s AC power switch to the off position. 2.

  • Page 31: Appendix G: Error Messages

    APPENDIX G: ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the scale encounters an error condition, it will display a message alerting the operator. A description of each display follows: G.1.1 OPERATOR ERRORS Message Explanation ovwt Indicates that the weight for the class of service selected has been exceeded underwt Indicates that the weight for the class of service...

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