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- Page 1 IPS M3 Single-Space Parking Meter: User’s Manual Version 3.2 M3 795 M3 147 M3 132 IPS Group, Inc. 5601 Oberlin Drive, Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92121 Phone: (858) 404-0607 E-mail: support@ipsgroupinc.com Web: http://www.ipsgroupinc.com...
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Page 2: Fcc Statement
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by IPS Group, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 3: Revision Sheet
Revision Description Rev. 1 9/17/13 Updated Footer: Updated Title Page Updated writing in Display: Idle/Expired Rev. 2 9/26/13 Updated FCC Statement Updated Footer/Title Page IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Clear a card jam ...................... 21 Replace the battery ....................22 Replace the keypad ....................23 Replace the coin slot ....................24 Force a meter update ....................24 IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... - Page 5 B. Error Status Codes ..................... 29 C. Troubleshooting ....................30 Power ......................30 Coin Issues ..................... 30 Communication Issues ..................31 D. Cleaning and General Maintenance ..............31 IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential...
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Page 6: Introduction
IPS welcomes customer feedback as part of the evolution of this product, so if you have any questions or concerns, please contact IPS directly:... -
Page 7: Basic Meter Operation
If a card is left inside the meter, the meter will alert the motorist with a series of beeps. If it is not removed, the motorist will be charged the default amount for parking and the meter will report a card jam. IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 8: Parking Meter Features
2. LEDs 3. Keypad 4. Diagnostics Button 5. Card Entry Slot 6. Coin Entry Slot 7. Coin Decal 8. Solar Panel 9. Coin Validator IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 9: Display
For example, red LEDS verifies to a motorist that the meter is expired and requires payment. For more information about the LEDS, please read the LEDS section. IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 10: Paid
The actual paid time begins when enforcement starts but the meter displays the purchased time in addition to the time between the transaction and the start of enforcement. IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 11: Payment Not Accepted
The keypad has four, touch-sensitive buttons: +, -, OK, and CANCEL. They are used for credit card, debit card, and smart card transactions. After a user inserts and removes a IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 12: Diagnostics Button
(such as $1 coins). If an alternate coin slot is required to adapt to new coin acceptance policies, please contact IPS to purchase new coin slots. The two (2) primary options are slots that accept all coins (including $1 coins) and those that do not accept $1 coins. -
Page 13: Payment Method Decal
Additionally, if a meter will be bagged for longer than a 48 hour period, IPS recommends that it be turned off to prevent the battery from discharging, as the bag would prevent the solar panel from receiving light necessary to maintain the battery’s charge. -
Page 14: Rfid
The RFID tag does not store any information. It simply acts as a link between the pole in the field and its defined location in the Data Management System. IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 15: Diagnostic Mode
“Coin Blockage at Pole Serial Number X-YYY (Terminal Serial Number 0012345)” (Refer to the index for a complete list of codes). IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 16: Coin Test
A typical communication session will go through the following steps: IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 17: Fault Logging
To use this feature, scroll through the available options by pressing + or – and press OK to log the desired fault. Please contact IPS to customize the fault list. Meter Swap When changing meter mechanism, use the ‘Meter Swap’... -
Page 18: Voltages
Voltages The IPS SSPM is powered by solar power and battery, which has a chargeable and a non-rechargeable component. The rechargeable component is constantly fueled by the solar panel. The non-rechargeable component is used when the primary battery voltage is too low and there is not sufficient power coming from the solar panel. Once the power of the backup battery is exhausted, it will no longer be functional. -
Page 19: Access Cards
ACCESS CARDS There are three access cards issued by IPS: Diagnostic Card, Maintenance Card, and Coin Collection card. The cards have a unique number so as to be able to track the user and also block the card from being used if it has been lost or stolen. The cards act like regular credit cards, having a 16 digit number, expiration date, and card holder name. -
Page 20: How To
4. With the jam cleared, insert the validator into its original position, clipping into place 5. Replace the front validator screw IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 21: Clear A Card Jam
It may also be useful to remove the card reader entry slot to clear the jam. To do this, remove the two screws on the rear of the meter as indicated in the image below: IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 22: Replace The Battery
3. Disconnect and remove the faulty battery from the main board connector terminal 4. Install and plug in the replacement battery 5. Insert and tighten all screws and re-insert the coin validator IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 23: Replace The Keypad
3. Attach a new keypad using the ribbon cable connection 4. Press on both sides of the keypad in order to re-seat it in its original position IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 24: Replace The Coin Slot
Comms Test for an example of a typical session. 4. Once the meter communication session completes, press CANCEL until the meter returns to operating mode IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 25: Index
4. Battery Pack 10. Module Case Front 5. Module Case Rear 11. Validator Connector PCB 6. Validator 12. UNC 4-40 Pan Phillips Screw (4) IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 26: Circuit Boards / Internal Electronics
Circuit Boards / Internal Electronics The IPS meter uses a variety of printed circuit boards and electronic sub-assemblies to process data from inserted cards and to communicate a variety of information to the motorists, parking operations staff, as well as the IPS management system. -
Page 27: Top Cover (795)
1. Head Upper Casting 2. Solar Gasket 3. Head Lens 4. Interface Gasket 5. Instruction Label 6. UNC 8-32 x 3/8” C’Sunk Phillips Screw IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 28: Top Cover (147/132)
Part Descriptions 1. Head Upper Casting 2. Head Lens 3. Instruction Label 4. Interface Gasket 5. Solar Gasket 6. UNC 8-32 X 3/8"(10MM) CSK Phillips IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 29: Error Status Codes
CME ERROR 553 – context already activated CME ERROR 555 – activation failed CME ERROR 557 – cannot setup socket CME ERROR 559 – time out in opening socket IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Solution: Check the validator for any obstructions. Try swapping the validator with another one as one of the coils of the existing validator may be damaged. IPS GROUP, Inc. – SSPM User Manual (Ver. 3.2) All information contained herein is considered confidential... -
Page 31: Communication Issues
IPS about replacing the antenna. The meter may also be in a location with poor signal strength. Problem: During communications, the meter displays “CME ERROR: XXX”. Solution: This is typically the result of a network issue. Contact IPS to verify that the system is operational. Problem: The meter has the wrong configuration.
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