Table of Contents Read this First What you will Find in this Manual ...............3 Safety Requirements ..................6 Mailing System Overview Mailing System Components ................11 Operator Controls ....................23 System Power Management ................32 Processing Mail Processing Mail Guidelines ................39 Standard Setup ....................40 Running Mail ....................60 Running Special Mail Types ................69 Detailed Steps to Run Mail ................84...
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Account Data Reports ..................196 System Data Reports ..................202 Advanced Reporting ..................207 Online Services iMeter Applications Overview .................217 Connecting to Online Services ...............218 Uploading Statistics ..................222 System Online Services .................223 e-Confirmation Services .................224 Configuring the System Settings Overview ..................235 Logging in / out as the Supervisor ..............236 Postage Default Settings ................238 Creating Shortcuts ..................244 Printing Default Settings ................251...
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10.1 Maintaining the Ink System ................319 10.2 Maintaining the Feeder ................326 10.3 Maintaining the Sealer Water Network ............328 10.4 Cleaning the Mail Path .................330 10.5 Touchscreen Calibration ................334 10.6 Maintenance processes ................335 Troubleshooting 11.1 Envelope Stoppages and Jams ..............339 11.2 Label Stoppages and Jams ................344 11.3 Weighing Problems ..................346...
Read this First This section contains important information about safety precautions and environmental recommendations to operate your equipment in the best possible conditions. What you will Find in this Manual ........3 Safety Requirements .............6...
What you will Find in this Manual Read this First on page 1 Make sure you have read and fully understood the safety require- ments in this section. This section also includes a list of acronyms and symbols that are used throughout this User Guide to explain the features and functions of your Mailing System.
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What to do when a problem occurs: jamming, bad sealing, poor printing etc. System Specifications on page 353 Detailed capabilities of your mailing system. Symbols This manual uses the symbols listed below. This symbol... Indicates... WARNING: indicates a human safety hazard. ATTENTION: brings to your attention a risk for equipment or mail that could result from an action you may perform.
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Local Area Network Personal Computer Personal Identification Number Pre-Paid Imprint Postal Security Device (Meter) Weighing Platform (Scale)
Safety Requirements Please read this section carefully before connecting or using your equipment. Power Connection Before powering up your Mailing System, please check to ensure the system meets your local AC voltage requirements (110V). In addition to checking the power requirements, we also recommend that you: •...
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Environmental compliance A program is implemented for the recycling of worn mailing machines and machines at the end of their lifetime. Contribute in a responsible way to the environmental protection by consulting your retailer internet site, or by contacting him. He will inform you of the collection and treatment processes of these machines.
Mailing System Over- view Get to know your mailing system in this section. Mailing System Components ..........11 How to use the Handheld Scanner ..............22 Operator Controls ..............23 How to toggle from your Mailing System display mode to your PC display mode ......................30 System Power Management ..........32 How to Turn the System ON/OFF ..............33...
Mailing System Components The illustrations and tables below show the basic Mailing System configuration, including optional accessories you may have added. Equipment overview...
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Automatically feeds envelopes of different sizes and Mixed-Mail Feeder seals them if required. Dynamic Weighing Automatically weighs and rates mail that can be pro- Module cessed through the mailing system. Print Base Prints postage on mail or labels. Collects and stacks processed mail. Stacker (optional) There are three optional stackers available.
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Equipment Details Envelope Hopper Envelopes are loaded here for processing. Prevents skewing and/or large stack of mail from falling Side guide over. Provides access to Feeder for maintenance or to clear Feeder release handle stoppages. Provides access to filter for cleaning. Sealer water filter ac- cess Removable filter for user self-maintenance.
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Print Base Top View Postage meter that stores funds and tracks postage us- Meter (Postal security age. device/PSD) DO NOT REMOVE. Meter (PSD) Access Provides access to meter (PSD). Lift from right side to Door open.
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Front view Print Base Release Release lever for ink tank. Lever Reservoir that supplies ink to print head. Ink tank See also How to Change the Ink Tank on page 321. Ink tank Access Door Provides access to change ink tank. Flip down to open.
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Control Panel The control panel includes a touch-screen monitor and a keyboard with touchpad mouse. Monitor Color, touch-screen display. Allows the input of data to your mailing system. Keyboard To use the numerical keys, ensure that [Num lock] is activated.
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Dynamic Weighing Module The Dynamic Weighing Module is an in-line weighing scale that is placed between the Feeder and the Print Base. It receives envelopes from the Feeder, and measures four points (length, width, thickness and weight) to determine the postage value. Cover Provides access to stalled mail pieces.
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Stackers (option) The mailing system offers trays or a motorized conveyor stacker to collect and stack processed mail. There are three options, each offering a different level of stacking capacity: • Catch tray • Drop tray • Motorized Conveyor Stacker The greater the stacking capacity is, the more efficient the mail is processed.
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Motorized Conveyor Stacker (option) The Motorized Conveyor Stacker, a motorized envelope stacker with a conveyor belt, offers the highest level of mail processing efficiency. It provides the greatest envelope stacking quantity, while reducing the amount of interventions. You can select a working mode on the stacker by using the switch button: •...
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Accessories Weighing Platform The Weighing Platform allows you to process mail that cannot pass through the Base or Dynamic Weighing Module. Remote Label Dispenser (option) The Remote Label Dispenser (or RLD) is a remote device connected to the mailing system that prints indicia (stamps) on thermal, self-adhesive paper.
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Report Printer (option) A USB printer can be directly connected to the mailing system for printing mailing-related reports. For more information about compatible printers that can connect to your mailing system, please contact technical support. Handheld Scanner (option) The handheld scanner is used: •...
How to use the Handheld Scanner To use the Handheld Scanner: Place the handheld scanner above the barcode you want to scan. Press the button on the handheld scanner to scan the barcode. A beep indicates that the scan is completed.
Operator Controls Control Panel The touch-screen monitor, in combination with a PC keyboard, provides you with complete control of the Mailing System. • To perform an operation or function, touch the corresponding area on the touch-screen display, or use the touchpad mouse on the keyboard. •...
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Imprint, Postage and Rate Section This area allows you to: • Customize the imprint by adding custom Text and/or an Ad slogan. • Set, advance or omit the Date printed in the indicia (stamp). • Select the postal rate that will be used for rating and printing of postage values. Displays name of the currently selected Imprint Memory Imprint Details (if applicable).
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Date Settings Allows you to set, advance or omit the date. Postage Amount and Displays the postage and weight of a mail piece. Weight Names in bold indicate buttons. Account Section This area displays the current account name and number and allows the user to select a new account: Displays the account name and number currently selec- Account Information...
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Processing Modes Section This area allows selection of primary operating modes, including sealing, weighing and label printing. Mixed Sealing Offers three different sealing modes. Allows adjustment of the moistening level for sealing Moistening Level envelopes. Quiet Mode Offers a reduced noise level with a reduction in speed. Weighing type Allows selection of weighing options.
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System Monitoring Section This area displays ink level, number of items processed, funds available and external connections. Ink Level Displays the quantity of ink remaining in the tank. Funds Available Displays the amount of funds in postage meter. Allows user to add funds, view postage usage and Funds perform a postal inspection.
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Navigation Button Bar Section This area allows quick access to the menu, mailbox and four customized menu options Accesses Mailing System Menu, including the supervisor Menu login. Opens the Mailbox to view or delete Mailing System Mailbox messages. Customizable shortcuts that provide direct access to Direct access buttons menu selections.
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Display Adjustment You can adjust the height and the angle of the display. Use the handle located behind the display (top arrow in above illustration) to unlock the mechanism and adjust height and angle. To adjust display contrast and brightness, use the buttons located at the bottom of the screen.
Stops the Mailing System motors. This also stops mail Stop from being processed. Allows a screen toggle on your Mailing System and to PC Toggle display either Mailing System display or your PC display. Sleep/wake Wakes the Mailing System up or turns it to 'Sleep' mode. PC Toggle You can use the screen of your Mailing System to display your PC interface by connecting your PC to your Mailing System.
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Keyboard The Keyboard is a standard personal computer keyboard. You can use the shortcuts listed in the table below NAVIGATION KEYS [Enter] Validates the current screen. Clear [Backspace] Deletes the last character or digit in an entry field. Delete [Del] Deletes the next character or digit in an entry field.
System Power Management System ON/OFF The ON/OFF switch is located at the rear of the right ON/OFF switch hand side of the Mailing System base. Turns the Mailing System ON or ON/OFF OFF.
Always use the ON/OFF switch to switch off the system. Never unplug the power cord. How to Turn the System ON/OFF Press either side of the switch to turn the Mailing System ON or OFF. - The dash (or I) indicates the ON side. - The circle (or O) indicates the OFF side.
SLEEP / WAKE KEY The Sleep/Wake key is located at the top right corner of the control panel. Sleep/wake Wakes the Mailing System up or turns it to 'Sleep' or 'Soft- off' mode. How to Switch Between 'Sleep' And 'Wake' Modes Press the Sleep/Wake key to switch between “Sleep”...
Processing Mail This section describes how to set up a work session. Depending on the Type of Task you wish to run, you can: Choose a Meter Impression, Select a Postage Rate, Select a Weighing Method, Activate the Sealing Function, and so on. Processing Mail Guidelines ..........39 Standard Setup ..............40 How to Sort Mail by type ................43...
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How to Add (or Cancel) a Text on the Stamp ..........98 How to Add (or Cancel) an Ad slogan on the Stamp ........99 How to Select a Permit ................100 How to Apply (or Cancel) a Print Offset ............101 How to Change the Date on the Stamp ............103 How to Use an Imprint Memory ..............105 How to Use the Feeder ................106 How to Adjust the Mail Thickness Settings ..........108...
Processing Mail Guidelines In this Chapter This chapter provides procedures to process mail. Procedures are organized in the following successive parts: • Sequences of general steps involved in mail standard processing (Standard Setup on page 40) • Additional sequences for special mail processing: re-dating, presort works, permit mail...
Standard Setup Recommended Mail Processing Steps This section recommends a standard list of steps to help you process your mail efficiently. As mail requirements differ from day to day, some of the settings may not be necessary, or the order may vary. The order given below is recommended. Preparing Mail and Mailing System for Operation Mail preparation involves: •...
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Enhancing the Printed Stamp You can enhance the appearance and impact of your envelope with messaging and graphics: • Add a custom Text message to the stamp • Add a graphical imprint to the stamp (for example, Ad slogan) • Move the imprint to the left by using the offset Print Mode. Final Mailing Preparation Before beginning processing, these last steps may be necessary for each stack of mail: •...
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Mail Types and Associated Tasks This table below provides details on the different process you can carry out and the related task and parameters. If you want to..then select Print ...and apply settings: Mode... • Rate Apply Standard postage [Standard] to outgoing mail •...
Sorting Mail To maximize efficiency in mail processing, sort your mail into groups that have similar characteristics. By doing this, it may reduce the amount of work steps by minimizing the number of times you change Print Modes, weighing modes, sealing modes and rate selection.
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Turning on the System and Starting a Work Session Turning on your system automatically starts a work session set up using your Default System Settings. Depending on the Default System Settings you choose: • Access to your system may be open to all Users •...
How to Log in and Start a Work Session To log in as a user: Ensure the system is powered up, otherwise see Operator Controls on page 23. “Wake up” the system The system may display one of the following screens: - Home screen [Print Postage] - Login screen - Account screen...
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Is there tape in the Remote Label How to Change the Label Roll on page 284. Dispenser ? (if you have an RLD and plan to use it to print) Do you have enough ink for the To display the level of ink in the printing headset, see work session? How to Display Ink Tank Data on page 320.
Enhancing and Modifying the stamp Follow the sequence to check the Print Mode and enhance the stamp. Once your mail stack is ready: Make sure you are on the home screen of the Print Mode [Print postage]. The name of the Print Mode is indicated on the title bar of the home screen as illustrated below. If necessary, see How to Change the Print Mode on page 84.
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You may customize and enhance the stamp as follows: The configurable stamp elements include: add an Ad slogan, adjust the day/date of mailing, offset the print position to move the stamp up to 0.4" further away from the right edge of the envelope. Changing an Ad slogan requires an update.
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For detailed instructions, see How to Add (or Cancel) an Ad slogan on the Stamp page 99. To change the date or its format, press the Date Selection area on the screen and select the date of mailing (or no day/no date). For detailed instructions, see How to Change the Date on the Stamp on page 103.
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For detailed instructions, see How to Apply (or Cancel) a Print Offset on page 101. For frequently used tasks, set an Imprint memories for fast selection. Using Imprint Memories on page 104. You can check (or change) the printing options by using the Imprint settings screen: Press and select the path: Imprint settings Press the corresponding button to change a selection:...
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Choosing Rates and Weighing Modes Make sure you have completed the preparation steps outlined in Frequently Asked Questions on page 45.
Settings Sequence for Postage From the [Standard] home screen: You may directly key in the postage value. While on the home screen, use the keyboard to type the amount Please note that when the value is manually entered, the class is not tracked and the mail class will not automatically print in the indicia (stamp).
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Select a rate (and extra services if necessary). Use the buttons in the rate area: You may: - Select one of the six rate shortcuts You can create up to 5 favorite rate shortcuts on the home screen. To set rate favorite shortcuts, see Creating Shortcuts on page 244.
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Select a weighing method, or manually enter the weight if you have not manually entered the postage value. To change the weighing method, touch the Weighing mode area..and select a mode in the Weighing mode screen. (Options on screen may vary depending on installed weighing devices and options purchased.) For details, see How to Change the Weighing Mode...
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You are now ready to select the sealing mode and start printing envelopes or labels. If you use Presort rates, you can generate a Presort Report. Operational Presort Report on page 181. Changing Accounts To process mail using a different account, follow the procedure below. This only applies if you track account/department usage and the Account mode is activated (see Account Management and Access...
Changing Accounts To change accounts: As a user: Press the Account area on the homepage screen The list of accounts you can choose from is displayed. Select the account you want to use and press [OK] . Press [OK] to return to the home screen. The current account number and name will be displayed.
How to Reset the Item Counter If you require a 'batch report' for the mail you are about to process: Press Reset counter button on the touch-screen. Press OK to validate. For details and in Print Mode: see Using the Item Counters on page 93.
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An icon on the Mixed Sealing button in the user selections area of the home screen indicates the current sealer mode: • : sealer is OFF • : sealer is ON. Nested envelopes and sealed envelopes. • : sealer is ON. Nested envelopes and closed envelopes.
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How to Select the Mixed Sealing Press the Mixed Sealing Button to select the mode. The Mixed Sealing screen is displayed. Select a sealing mode. See also • As supervisor, you can set the default mixed sealing and moisture level: see Sealer Default Settings on page 259.
Running Mail Recommended Steps for Processing Mail To run mail, complete the preparation steps in section Standard Setup on page 40, before following the steps below. Running mail varies significantly depending on the Weighing mode you choose. The current weighing mode is indicated by the icon on the Weighing mode button. •...
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Using Labels You may print postage on precut, self-adhesive labels or thermal, pressure sensitive roll tape. Two label dispensers are available: • Internal label dispenser (ILD) for precut labels. This is a standard feature on the Mailing System. See Filling the Internal Label Dispenser on page 119.
Steps to Run Mail in Dynamic Weighing Modes In Weigh all mode ( From the home screen: Place your stack of mail in the hopper. For more details, see Using the Feeder on page 106. Press [start] to process the stack. The system will now feed (seal), weigh, rate, stamp and stack the mail.
Running Mail Using the External Weighing Platform The external Weighing Platform is used for large, heavy or bulky mail that cannot be run through the Mailing System with a Dynamic Weighing Module. On the other hand, if you do not have the optional Dynamic Weighing Module, you will need to use the platform to weigh and rate all your mail.
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Remove the envelope from the WP. Place the envelope (or identical set) on the hopper. Mail should be placed against the rear wall and covering the optical (clear) sensor. The Mailing System applies postage and the envelopes are sent to the mail tray or stacker.
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Running Mail in Differential Weighing Modes Differential weighing offers faster, more efficient mail processing when using an external Weighing Platform (WP). In this mode, you can place a stack or container of mail on the Weighing Platform. The weight is then calculated as each mail piece is removed from the Weighing Platform (by calculating the differential from the amount on the Weighing Platform less the weight removed).
Steps to Run Mail in Differential Weighing Modes In Differential Weighing Mode ( From the home screen: Select the weighing mode, place the stack of mail (or container) on the Weighing Platform, then follow the instructions on the screen or the steps below. Remove the first piece of mail from the top of the stack.
Running Mail in Manual Weighing Mode The Mailing System offers for manual weighing: • Manual weight entry ( ), where you enter a known weight to calculate the postage value. This may be used if the weight exceeds the limit of your Weighing Platform but another scale has been used to determine the weight.
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B) To print on one or several identical labels Press [label Printing] button. A label selection screen is displayed. Using the keyboard or the arrows, enter the number of labels being printed. If necessary, using the buttons, change the label dispenser you want to use (if a RLD is installed).
Running Special Mail Types Steps to Re-date Mail The postal service requires the date of mailing to be printed on the mail. If you need to re-date “stale” mail bearing an older date, you must print a $000.00 value with the correct date of mailing on the back side of the envelope.
Re-Dating Mail Set postage to $000.00 manually. Key in 0 on the home screen to open the Manual amount screen, then press [OK]. The postage amount $000.00 is now displayed on the home screen and the weighing type switches to No weight source (icon). For details, see How to Enter Postage Manually on page 88.
Correcting Postage Amount You can correct a postage amount that is too low. The steps are identical to Steps to Re-date Mail on page 69, except you will set the postage value for the additional amount required. Print the additional amount on the back of the envelope or upside down on the front.
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To print postage on mail pieces or on labels, resume with Running Mail in Manual Weighing Mode on page 67. After printing, you may need to change the Weighing mode button (unless you have the WP Auto Detect activated). Running Permit Mail With metered mail, running permit mail involves the following steps to prepare the mail and the machine: •...
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Choosing a Task and Enhancing the Stamp on page 46 • Set the Print Position offset • Activate the sealer (Checking the Sealing Mode on page 57). • According to the Mailing System configuration, a weight different from zero may be necessary.
Steps to Set Up Permit Mail Printing Once your mail stack is ready: Make sure you are on the home screen of the Print Mode [Permit Mail]. The name of the Print Models indicated on the first line of the home screen as illustrated below. If necessary, see How to Change the Print Mode on page 84.
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Select a weighing type The weighing type determines which weighing device will be used and the weight is used for reporting purposes. If the batch is all the same size and weight, use Weigh First Piece (if you have a Dynamic Weighing Module) or standard weighing to weigh and record the first piece.
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You can review your print setup by using the Imprint settings screen: Press and select the path: > Imprint settings Press the corresponding button to change a parameter. From left to right: - Text - Slogan - Permit * * These options have postal implications. To set the stamp quickly, consider using imprint memories.
Running Permit Mail After completing the initial set up in Steps to Set Up Permit Mail Printing on page 74, follow the steps below to run mail. Steps to Run Permit Mail From the Print Mode: [Permit mail] home screen: Start a new Operational Permit Report if necessary.
Running mail for “Received” You can print the date on incoming mail for internal tracking purposes. The Text “Received” can be added before the date. This feature is useful for companies that receive mail requiring a deadline (payment due dates, for example). It allows them to validate the date of receipt, since the date of processing may not be the same.
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Customizing Received Printing The home screen indicates whether the Text “Received” will be printed to the left of the date: To turn on/off the Text, press the Received Marking area that states “Marking On/off”. To print or omit the date, press the Date area on the screen to make your selection.
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You can also check (or change) all the print settings by using the Imprint settings screen: Press and select the path: Imprint settings The Imprint settings screen is displayed. You are now ready to print. Place the envelope (or identical set) on the hopper. Mail should be placed against the rear wall and covering the optical (clear) sensor.
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Recommended Steps for Processing No Printing Mail Recommended Steps for Processing No Printing Mail Processing mail without printing requires the following steps: • Select the Print Mode [No printing] • Select the sealing mode if necessary • Reset the counter if necessary •...
How to Process Mail without Printing Once your mail is ready: Confirm you are on the Print Mode [No Printing]. The name of the Print Mode is indicated on the first line of the home screen as illustrated below. If necessary, see How to Change the Print Mode on page 84.
Counting Piece on the Weighing Platform This feature allows you to count an unknow quantity of identical items using the Weighing Platform. How to Count Mail Pieces Using Weighing Platform As user: Press and select: Counting by weighing Place 10 items on the Weighing Platform and press [OK]. You must first weigh 10 items in order to get the total count Place all items on the Weighing Platform and press [OK].
Detailed Steps to Run Mail Selecting the Print Mode For each stack of mail you have sorted (see Sorting Mail on page 43), select the appropriate Print Mode for processing. Once you have selected your Print Mode, you can make changes to other operating modes.
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Selecting a Rate Selecting a Postage Rate Selecting a postage rate allows the Mailing System to calculate the amount when the mail piece weight is available. The system provides several ways to select a rate: • Rate shortcuts buttons that display six of your rate favorite buttons on the home screen •...
How to Select a Rate To select a rate: Use the buttons in the rate area: You may select from the following: - Directly select from one of the rate shortcuts Up to six rate shortcuts to preset rates can be made available directly on the home screen in the rate area.
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Select Other Rates to gain access to all other rates (see below). On the Other Rates selection screen, you can: - Select one of the rate buttons 1 through 9 (or type the number) to select the rate or display rate options. - Press Rate wizard .
Entering Postage Manually How to Enter Postage Manually On the home screen: Using the keypad, type the first figure of the amount . The Manual amount screen appears. Complete the amount. Press [OK] to validate. The amount is displayed in the Postage area on the home screen as well as in the Weighing mode area shows the No weight source icon ( To print a fraction of one cent, set the system to fractional mode.
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Depending on the mailing application, select the weighing mode according to the recommendations in the table below. Using Weighing Dynamic Weighing Module Platform To weight: Select mode Select mode Items one by one Standard weighing Weigh all Mixed mail stacked on the Differential weighing Weighing Platform Items exceeding the mail-...
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In this mode, you place a set of identical mail on the feed hopper. The Dynamic Weighing Module will only measure and weigh the first piece and then apply that postage to entire batch. In this mode, the system will also set the mail class for reporting and print the mail class inscription that is to say “Presort First Class”, on the envelope.
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Changing the Weighing Mode At start-up, the system will select the default weighing type set by the supervisor. See also • To change the default weighing type as supervisor, see How to Change the Default Weighing Mode on page 241. To change the weighing type for a different type of batch of mail, see Selecting a Weighing Mode...
How to Change the Weighing Mode To change the weighing mode from the home screen: Either: Press the Weighing mode button on the screen, or Press and select the path: Batch settings Weighing Mode The Weighing mode screen is displayed. The options displayed on the screen depend on the weighing accessories and options connected to your Mailing System.
Entering Weight Manually You may have to manually enter the weight of the item. Using this feature, you can still determine the correct postage value. How to Enter Weight Manually To enter the weight manually from the home screen: Either: Press the Weighing type button on the home screen, or Press Menu and select the path: Batch settings...
How to Reset the Item Counter To reset the current item counter: On the Print Mode home screen: Touch the Reset counter area A confirmation screen is displayed. When in Permit Mail Print Mode, a preliminary screen allows you to view or print a report before resetting (historic reports for the previous two batches are available).
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Or, to reset any item counter: As a user: Press and select the path: Batch settings Batch counters Select the counter you want to reset and press [OK]. Press the [Reset] button next to the Print Mode counter you want to reset. A confirmation screen is displayed.
Displaying the Imprint Settings Screen The Imprint Settings screen summarizes the current imprint selections and allows you modify them directly. How to Display the Imprint Settings Screen As a user, from the home screen: Press and select the path: > Imprint Settings The Imprint Settings screen is displayed.
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The Imprint Settings screen is displayed. Print Mode: PPI mail: Adding Custom Text Follow the steps below to add a custom Text to the stamp to enhance response rates for your mail.
How to Add (or Cancel) a Text on the Stamp To add, change or cancel custom Text selection: Either: Press the Text area on the home screen Press and select the path: Imprint Settings and then press Text selection. The Text selection screen is displayed. The currently selected Text is highlighted.
Adding an Ad slogan Follow the steps below to add a slogan to the stamp to help enhance response rates for your mail. Your system contains pre-loaded slogans, and you may order your own custom slogans. Contact your sales representative for further information. How to Add (or Cancel) an Ad slogan on the Stamp To add, change or cancel slogan selection: Either:...
Selecting a Permit Select the permit you want to use from the list. When selecting the Print Mode [Permit mail] home screen, the default permit is automatically selected. As supervisor, you can change the default permit (see Default Permit on page 238). See also Managing Permits on page 313.
Offsetting the Print Position You can offset the print position away from the right edge of the envelope to prevent mis-prints on thick or bulky items (especially when the edges are rounded or very uneven). Two offset values are available. How to Apply (or Cancel) a Print Offset To offset the print position of the stamp: As a user:...
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Changing the Date in the Stamp The postal service has three different requirements for printing the date on mail pieces: • For the following mail, you must print the date of deposit for not only All First-Class Mail, Priority Mail, and Express Mail pieces, but also all mail pieces with Insured Mail, COD or Special Handling service.
How to Change the Date on the Stamp To change the date that will be printed: Either: Press and select the path: Imprint Settings and then select Date settings. The Date advance screen is displayed. The icon indicates the current selection. Select the date print option desired - To cancel or omit the date, select No date.
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Using Imprint Memories Imprint Memories allow you to create an Imprint Memory preset with the rate, custom Text, Ad slogan and the date selection mode for the type of stamp you would like to print. If you track department or account usage, you may use the Imprint Memory to include the account to be charged.
How to Use an Imprint Memory Either: Press the Imprint Memory area on the home screen Press and select the path: Favorites Imprint Memories * Configurable in the button bar. See Creating Shortcuts on page 244. The Imprint Memories list is displayed. To get a summary of the imprint, press the icon Press an Imprint Memory name or number in the list to validate and apply memory parameters.
Using the Feeder The steps below describe how to place a stack of mail on the feed hopper. In each stack, you may mix envelopes of different size, thickness and flap formats (nested or closed). You may process certain types of envelopes in both landscape and portrait mode. How to Use the Feeder Taking a stack of mail: Arrange the mail according to their size (largest and heaviest on the bottom).
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Adjust the high stack side guide. To adjust the guide, push gently against the envelopes, but do not push it tightly against the stack. Adjust the mail thickness settings of the Feeder, see How to Adjust the Mail Thickness settings on page 108.
How to Adjust the Mail Thickness Settings For mail over 0.67" thick: There is a thin/thick mail latch under the top cover of the Feeder. For normal operation, the lever will be to the left. However, for processing a batch of thick mail over 0.67", move the lever to the right, especially if the thicker envelopes won't feed into the mail path.
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For mail under 0.67" thick: Locate the mail thickness setting button on the Feeder top cover. Refer to the table below to choose the position of the mail thickness setting button. Use this setting to process thick or puffy mail. You No pressure can also use it when you process one mail piece at a time or when you use an inserter.
Postcard Mail or Thin Mail Processing "Postcard" mail and thin mail refers to thin mail that requires a setting to be made to the feeder before processing through the system (for example:postcards). You process postcard or thin mail like all other mail (with the exception of the feeder setting) ...
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Set Hopper Deflector up. - Gently pull outward. - Swivel from the horizontal to the vertical position. Set Tension setting on the top of the cover set to the square (default setting). Load the feeder with mail to be run.
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Set the Mixed mail Feeder setting to Puffy Mail by turning the Knob to Post Card Icon. Make sure that the button is good in the notch and not between both Press the Start button.
Puffy Mail or Thick Mail Processing "Puffy" mail refers to thick mail processed (for example: using padded envelopes). The padded envelope provides extra protection to the contents. You process puffy mail like all other mail (with the exception of the feeder setting) ... you have to make your mailing | rate selections.
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Load the feeder with mail to be run. If the item is thicker than space allowed under the feeder, you should process the item by placing it on a scale and / or enter the weight manually. Then printing and placing a tape on the item.
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Set the mixed mail feeder to puffy mail by turning the knob to Puffy Mail Icon. Make sure that the knob is fully engaged in the notch Press the Start button. Using the Sealer • For details about the sealing function, see Checking the Sealing Mode on page 57.
How to Select the Mixed Sealing Press the Mixed Sealing Button to select the mode. The Mixed Sealing screen is displayed. Select a sealing mode. See also • As supervisor, you can set the default mixed sealing and moisture level: see Sealer Default Settings on page 259.
How to Adjust the Moisture Level for Sealing To adjust the moistening level for sealing: On the control panel: Press and select the path: Batch Settings Moistening level The Moistening Level screen is displayed. Select the level or press [Cancel].
Filling the Internal Label Dispenser The Internal Label Dispenser allows you to print postage on precut labels. You can put up to 50 labels in the Internal Label Dispenser. When labels are not in use, preferably leave them flat in the catch tray or hopper label receptacle.
Printing Using the Remote Label Dispenser Make sure to power on the Remote Label Dispenser before processing. If the Remote Label Dispenser is accidentally shut-off during the process, restart the base. How to Print Using the Remote Label Dispenser From the home screen: Press [Label Printing] The following screen is displayed: Enter the number of labels you want to print.
Postage and Funds Management This section describes how you can load and manage funds (money) in your Mailing System. Overview ................123 Managing Funds ..............124 How to Check the Funds ................124 How to Load Funds ..................125 Unlocking the PSD .............127 How to Unlock the PSD (Postal inspection) ..........127...
Overview As a user, you can perform the following money-related operations in order to manage and monitor postal funds. Managing Funds As a user, you can perform the following money-related operations in order to manage and monitor postal funds: • Add funds (postage) (How to Load Funds on page 125) •...
Managing Funds Checking Funds You can check the total postage used and the remaining funds in the PSD at any time. This is particularly important before processing mail to ensure there are sufficient funds available. How to Check the Funds Remaining funds are continuously displayed at the bottom of the home screen.
Adding Funds (Postage) You can add funds to the Mailing System by selecting a specific whole dollar amount. The Mailing System connects to the Postal Server in order to add postage. Note • As supervisor, you can set up a PIN code in the Mailing System to ask for a code before postage funding: see How to Set/Cancel a Funding Code on page 258.
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Press [OK] to start the connection to the postal server. If the funding process is successful, the system displays a message. If funding fails, the system displays a failure message together with the value you are allowed to add, depending on your postal account balance. In the case of a communication error, the amount previously entered cannot be changed.
Unlocking the PSD The Postal Service requires your postage meter (PSD) to periodically connect for postal security regulation. This must be done at least every 90 days otherwise your system will automatically be deactivated. Once this occurs, you must perform a connection to the Postal Service to unlock the PSD. You can also use the Audit function to set the Mailing System time after Daylight Savings Time transitions, as connecting to the Postal Service sets the Mailing System time and date.
Account Management and Access Control This section describes how you can manage your Department Accounts to track Postage Funds usage and/or assign access rights to a variety of functions on your Mailing System. Introducing the 'Account Modes' ........131 Implementing an 'Account Mode' ........134 How to Display the 'Account Mode' Management Menu ......134 How to Change Mode to 'No account' ............136 How to Change Mode to 'No account with access control' ......137...
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Advanced Reporting Functions ........168 How to Activate/Deactivate the Budget and Surcharge Function ....171 How to Modify Period or Start Day of Budgets ..........171...
Introducing the 'Account Modes' Four different 'Account modes' allow you to carry out the security and account management requirements of your mailing operations. The four 'Account modes' correspond to the on/off status of two functions: • The Accounting function, which tracks the usage of postage by charging accounts at each meter operation •...
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Access Control Function To ensure and restrict the usage of funds and/or accounts, you can program the machine system security to request a PIN code whenever a user starts a session. The access control function has three PIN code functions you can implement: •...
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Account Postage tracking by account/depart- At log-in and when necessary, ment. select an account to charge postage. Account with ac- Postage tracking by account/depart- Type a PIN code to log in. cess control ment. At log-in and when necessary, select an account to charge PIN number required postage.
Implementing an 'Account Mode' This section explains how to implement one of the four 'Account modes' described Introducing the 'Account Modes' on page 131. 'Account mode' implementation involves two screens: • The Account mode management menu, which provides access to: - the Account mode selection screen - the parameters of the current 'Account mode'.
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Follow the steps below to display the 'Account mode' management menu to gain access to the 'Account mode' selection screen and the 'Account mode' parameters. As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: > Account Management The Account Mode Management screen is displayed. The available options in the Account mode management menu depend on the current 'Account mode'.
Setting Up to 'No account' Mode The No account mode provides users with free access to the machine (self-service type). This is the default mode of the machine. Process for Implementation To implement the No account mode. How to Change Mode to 'No account' From the Account Mode Management menu (see Displaying 'Account Mode' Management Menu...
Setting Up to 'No account with access control' Mode The No account with access control mode requires users to type a shared PIN code to gain access to the machine. You can activate different accounts to track postage. Process for Implementation To implement the No account with access control mode.
Management Menu of 'No account with access control' Mode The Account Mode Management menu allows you to change the shared system PIN code. Changing the System PIN Code When in No account with access control mode, you can change the shared system PIN code as follows.
Setting Up to 'Accounts' Mode In Accounts mode, users must select an account to process mail. Users can change accounts at any time during mail processing. If only one account is available, the Mailing System automatically selects it at start up. Process for Implementation To implement the mode Accounts: First set up from the 'Account mode' to Accounts by following the procedure,...
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Management Menu in 'Accounts' Mode The Account Mode Management menu allows you to manage the accounts. See next • Creating the account structure: Creating an Account Structure Using Groups on page 145. • Creating accounts: Managing Accounts on page 145.
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Setting up to 'Accounts with access control' Mode When in Accounts with access control mode, users must first enter a PIN code to select an account. Users can change accounts once they have logged in. The supervisor may restrict accounts for each user. If only one account is available, the Mailing System automatically selects it at start up.
How to Set up to 'Accounts with access control' mode From the Account Mode Management menu (see Displaying 'Account Mode' Management Menu on page 134): Select the path: > Account Mode Selection. The Account Mode Selection screen is displayed with the current 'Account mode' selected.
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Setting up to 'Remote account management' mode In Remote account management mode, you manage accounts and operators from the PC software application. The PC application provides advanced postal and/or shipping expense management in order to monitor, track and control mailing and shipping costs. You can program the Mailing System to be used even when not connected to the PC.
How to Activate 'Remote account management' mode From the Account Mode Management menu (see Displaying 'Account Mode' Management Menu on page 134): Select the path: > Account Mode Selection. The Account Mode Selection screen is displayed with the current 'Account mode' selected.
Managing Accounts In order to manage accounts, the Mailing System must be in one of the following 'Account modes' (Introducing the 'Account Modes' on page 131): • Accounts • Accounts with access control • Remote account management. Note: • In Remote account management, you can only manage the accounts from the PC. Users can only use activated accounts or operator PIN codes.
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Group Outline You can organize the groups in 3 levels: • Main folder • Groups at level 1 • Groups at level 2 ( = subgroups). You can then attach the accounts to any of the 3 levels. By default, the machine proposes to create accounts and groups in the Main folder . The screens of users never mention group names.
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Displaying the List of Groups and Accounts The screen Account list displays the list of groups and accounts that belong to one level of the structure. The Level displayed area in the upper right side of the screen indicates the current position in the group levels.
How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). Use the procedure below to display the Account list screen for each group. To display the content of the Main folder: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Account management...
Creating Groups Follow the steps below to create, modify, activate/deactivate or delete groups. How to Create a Group To create a group: Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148). Press New Group.
Modifying a Group Use the procedure below to change the name, the status or the parent group of a group. Note: • To move groups or accounts, change their parent (see the procedure below or, for accounts, How to View / Edit Account Parameters on page 155).
How to Activate / Deactivate a Group To activate or deactivate a Group Follow the procedure How to View/Edit a Group or a Subgroup on page 150. Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148).
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Managing Accounts Account Parameters An account has the following parameters: Paramet- Format Description Number 30 alphanumeric Number of the account. characters Must be unique. It cannot be modified after the ac- count is created. However, the account can be de- leted.
Creating Accounts Follow the steps below to create, modify, activate/deactivate or delete accounts. How to Create an Account To create an Account: Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148). Press New account.
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To put the account in a group other than Main folder, press Group list, then select a group or subgroup in the list that opens. Press [OK]. Press [OK] to validate. To set budget and surcharge parameters, press Budget and Surcharge. Note: - The Budget and Surcharge button is only available if the Budget and Surcharge function is activated.
Editing Accounts Use the steps below to modify an account name or status.You can also change the account folder (= group) it is included in. The account number cannot be modified. How to View / Edit Account Parameters To view or edit the parameters of an account: Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148).
Activating Accounts Deactivated accounts are not visible to users. This function allows you to create accounts in advance and prevent them from being used before your account structure is complete. How to Activate / Deactivate an Account To activate or deactivate an account: Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148).
Deleting Accounts How to Delete an Account To delete an account: Display the Account list screen (see How to Display the List of Accounts and Groups on page 148). Select the account (or type its number) and press Modify. If the account is not contained in the list, select the group that contains the account, press View group content.
How to Export the Account List You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To export the account list on a USB memory device: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Account management Manage account Export Account list...
How to Import Accounts You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To import accounts from a CSV file: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Account management Manage account Import Account list Insert your USB memory device into the USB port of the base (at rear left) and press [OK].
Managing Operator PIN Codes As supervisor, you can create operator PIN codes for controlling access to the Mailing System. You can then assign each PIN code a list of specific accounts that can be charged only to that PIN code. You can only manage operator PIN codes if the Mailing System is in the following 'Account modes' (see Introducing the 'Account Modes'...
Displaying the Operator List How to Display the Operator List You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Account management Manage operator The Manage Operator screen is displayed.
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Status In the Status area, the supervisor can change the operator status: • Active: this operator has been declared, is activated and can be connected as a user. • Inactive: this operator has been declared, but it is not activated, and can not be connected as a user.
How to Create an Operator To create an Operator: Display the Operator list screen (see How to Display the Operator List on page 161 ). Press New operator. The New operator screen is displayed. Enter the parameters of the Operator. Each operator PIN code must be unique.
Modifying Operators Follow the steps below to modify the operator name, PIN code, status or assigned accounts. How to Modify an Operator To modify an Operator: Display the Operator list screen (see How to Display the Operator List on page 161). Select the operator and press Modify.
Assigning Accounts to the Operators You can define account access to operators by assigning them accounts, groups or subgroups of accounts. Assigning a group (or subgroup) automatically assigns all the accounts of the group. If you assign a group (or subgroup) to an operator, all accounts added afterwards to the group will be automatically assigned to the operator.
Select the Account or Group and press Assign or if you want to assign all the Accounts or Groups to the selected Operator press Assign all. Press Back to return to the Edit / modify screen. Press [OK] to validate the assignments. To see the Account list of the selected Group, press View group content.
How to Activate / Deactivate an Operator To activate or deactivate an Operator: Perform the procedure How to Modify an Operator on page 164, steps 1 and 2. In the operator parameters, select Active or Inactive and then press [OK]. On the Operator modification summary screen, press [OK].
Advanced Reporting Functions The Advanced Reporting feature enhances account management and provides associated reports. To get the Advanced Reporting option, see Options and Updates on page 297 Account Management Enhancements Associate Budgets to Accounts Each account is allowed an additional set of characteristics: •...
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Budget and Surcharge Parameters You must activate the Budget and Surcharge function and set global parameters to be able to set the budget and surcharge parameters of an account. You may only use Budget and Surcharge features if the Advanced Reporting option is uploaded into your Mailing System.
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Surcharge Parameters The surcharge parameters are set for each account individually. Parameter Format Description Fixed Rate 0.01 to 99 The fixed amount to add to the account over the postage. Percentage of imprint 1 to 99% The percentage of the postage to add to the account charge.
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Follow the steps below to activate and set-up the Budget and Surcharge function. If the Budget and Surcharge function has already been activated, the accounts recover their prior settings when re-activating the function. How to Activate/Deactivate the Budget and Surcharge Function Display the Account mode management menu.
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Setting-up the Budget and Surcharge for an account Once you have activated the Budget and Surcharge function and set global parameters, you can set the budget and surcharge parameters of an account. The Budget and Surcharge buttons are accessible from the Account mode management menu.
Reports This section explains how you can generate, print and store a range of reports regarding the Mailing System usage, funds usage, account expenditures, etc. Reports Overview ..............175 Generating Reports ............178 How to Generate a Report as a User ............179 How to Generate a Report as Supervisor ............180 Operational Presort Report ..........181 How to Activate / Deactivate the Operational Presort Report ......181...
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Advanced Reporting ............207 How to Generate a Budget Consumption Report ........208 How to Generate a Budget Limit Report .............209 How to Generate an Operator Activity Report ..........210 How to Generate a Machine Activity Report ..........211 How to Generate a Product Code Report ...........213...
Reports Overview As a user or supervisor, you can regularly view, print or store information regarding Mailing System usage, funds usage, account expenditures, etc. Your Mailing System also uploads basic data that can be viewed online. Enhanced online postal expense management reporting can be added as an option. Reports generally require a beginning date and an end date.
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Report Name Short Description Output* Page COUNTER DATA Batch data Batch counter and corres- Batch Data Report ponding postage for outgo- on page 182 ing mail since last reset. Received batch data Batch counter for incoming Incoming Mail Batch mail ('Received on') since Data Report last reset.
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Account list List of accounts in the ma- Account Data Re- chine by groups and sub- ports on page 196 groups (supervisor only). Single account Usage on a single account Single Account Re- for a selected period. port on page 197 Multi-accounts Usage per group/sub- Multi Account Report...
Generating Reports To generate a report, select the desired report, enter the corresponding parameters, and choose one of the following to display or record the report: • On screen viewing • Print with external USB printer (if connected) • Print on a postage label •...
How to Generate a Report as a User To generate a Report: As user: Press and select the path: Reports The list of available reports is displayed. Select the report. The Report parameters and output screen is displayed. The information displayed in this screen depends on the type of report you have selected.
How to Generate a Report as Supervisor You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To generate a Report: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Reports Resume with the steps in How to Generate a Report as a User on page 179.
Operational Presort Report The 'Operational Presort Report' function continuously updates information about the mail pieces you have processed at presort rates. You can print or export the report to summarize your presort work and use it for reporting with the presort house. You can reset the function at any time to start a new empty operational presort report.
Counter Data Reports Batch data Report After generating reports like Metering Batch Data or Received Batch Data , you may wish to reset the batch counters so that your next reports restart from zero at the current date. How to Reset the Item Counter on page 94.
How to Generate a Batch Data Report To generate a Batch Data Report: Generating Reports on page 178.
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Received Batch Data Report Requirements To generate this report, you have to be logged in as a user. You must be in [Received] stamp type to view incoming mail batch counter. Output The Incoming Mail Batch Data Report outputs are: •...
Postage Data Reports Day Report The Day Report displays consumption data (total items and total postage value) for each day. Requirements To generate this report, you have to be logged in as a user. Output The Postage Data Report outputs are: •...
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Daily Usage Report The Daily Usage Report displays usage data (total items and total postage value) for each day of the selected period. Requirements This report is available as a user or supervisor. You have to specify the period for the report (Begin date and End date). When you specify the Begin date, the End date field is filled with a proposed value: Begin date + 31 days.
Fields Comments Die number On printed report only For each day in the period: • Day number • Number of items processed (zero and non-zero) • Total postage value for this day How to Generate a Daily Usage Report To generate a Daily Usage Report: Generating Reports on page 178.
Requirements This report is available as a user or supervisor. You have to specify the period for the report (Begin date and End date). Use the selection of month and year. Default period: • Begin = Current month of the previous year •...
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Operational Permit Report and Historic Reports This report displays, the total items. The above permit reports are available: • The Operational Permit Report option displays the currently running permit report (use of permit rate for a selected period of time). •...
How to Generate a Permit Report, and Historic Reports To generate a Permit Report, and Historic: Generating Reports on page 178. This report is also available from the Permit Mail home screen. While processing Permit mail, the Operator can decide to print the Operational Permit report, begin a new one and end the current one, or just continue building the current one.
Content Data Comments • Begin = date and time Period • End = date and time Die number (on printed report only) • Mail-piece count and total postage Not-used categories are not displayed. value, per mail category and weight break •...
Funds Data Reports Funds Summary Report The Funds Summary report displays information on funds usage since installation of the machine. The content is limited to the history available in the PSD. Requirements This report is available as a user or supervisor. Output The Funds Summary Report outputs are: •...
Fields Comments Current date and time On printed report only. PSD status On printed report only. Die number On printed report only. Funds used (ascending) Total postage printed by the machine. Funds available (descending) Postage available for printing by the machine. Control total Total funds downloaded into the machine.
Requirements For this report, you have to be logged in as supervisor. Output The Postage Report outputs are: • Screen • USB printer • USB memory device. Fields Comments Period Default period: • Beginning = Current date - 6 months •...
Account Data Reports Account List Report The Account List report displays the present listing of accounts in the machine. Requirements To generate this report: • You have to be logged in as supervisor. • The current 'Account mode' has to be Account or Account with access control. Output The List report outputs are: •...
How to Generate the Account List Report You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To generate the Account List Report : As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Account management Manage account Account report...
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Requirements This report is available as a user or supervisor. The current account mode has to be 'Accounts' or 'Accounts with access control'. You must select an account in the list of accounts, and a specific time period for the report (Begin date and an End date).
How to Generate Single Account Report To generate a Single Account Report: To get the report, see Generating Reports on page 178. Multi Account Report The Multi Account Report displays postal expenditures for all accounts over a selected time period, sorted by ascending account number. The report displays all the accounts in 'active' status and accounts 'inactive' or 'deleted' with a postage value.
Fields Comments Period Die number On printed report only. The report displays the hierarchy of groups If, in the period, some items were printed and sub-groups, with the total values per using a mode without accounts (default ac- group and sub-total values per sub-group. count), these items appear in the report un- der the name: 'Others' and 'No account'.
Operator List Report The Operator List Report displays the operator list with PIN codes. Requirements • To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor (not as a user). Data Comments For each Operator: There is no period to enter. •...
System Data Reports Machine Configuration Report The Machine Configuration Report displays all supervisor settings. Requirements To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. Output The Machine Configuration Report outputs are: • Screen • USB printer • USB memory device Fields Imprint default settings (Default Text, Default Ad slogan, Default Rate) Date advance parameters...
How to Generate a Machine Configuration Report To generate a Machine Configuration Report: Generating Reports on page 178. Base Events Report The Base Events Report lists diagnostic codes on the mailing machine and is used by a service representative. Requirements To generate this report, you must be logged in as a service representative.
How to Generate a Base Events Report To generate a Base Events Report: Generating Reports on page 178. PSD Events Report The PSD Events Report lists diagnostic codes for the PSD and is used by a service representative. A supervisor may generate this report for technical support. Requirements To generate this report, you must be logged in as a service representative.
How to Generate a PSD Events Report To generate a PSD Events Report: Generating Reports on page 178. IP Configuration Report Requirements To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. Output The IP Configuration Report outputs are: •...
Proxy Configuration Report Requirements To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. Output The Proxy Configuration report output is: • Label How to Generate a Proxy Configuration Report To generate a Proxy Configuration Report: Generating Reports on page 178.
Advanced Reporting The Advanced Reporting option offers the following reporting capabilities: • Budget consumption: instantaneous budget status for all accounts • Budget limit: instantaneous budget status for all accounts that exceeded their budget limit • Operator activity: activity of all operators for a selected period •...
Budget Consumption Report The Budget Consumption Report displays the budget consumption of all accounts for the current or previous budget period. Requirements • To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. Output • Screen • USB Printer •...
Budget Limit Report This report gives you details on the accounts that exeeded the limit of their budgets. Requirements • To generate this report, you can be logged in as a user or supervisor. Output • Screen • USB Printer •...
Operator Activity Report The Operator Activity Report displays the activities (number of items, postage value, etc.) of all operators for a selected period. Requirements • To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. • The account mode has to be 'Accounts with Access control'. •...
Machine Activity Report The Machine Activity Report displays the activity of the system, presented in hour bands, for a selected time period. Requirements • To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor. • You have to specify the period for the report (Begin date and an End date). Default period : Begin = 1st day of the current month and End = current date.
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Product Code Report The Product Code Report displays the consumption per Customer Product Code for a selected time period. Requirements • To generate this report, you must be logged in as supervisor (not as a user).
Fields Comments Period You have to specify the period for the report (Begin date and an End date). The report displays all operator activity for this period. Default period: Begin= 1st day of the current month and End= current date PSD# Printed report only For each customer product code with con-...
Online Services Online Services is the infrastructure that your iMeter connects to in order to update postal rates, upload postage usage data, upload USPS E-Services records and Commercial Base Pricing data, etc. There are a number of applications available to enhance the functionality of your Mailing System.
iMeter Applications Overview Online Services simplify both the use and updating of your Mailing System. Features and capabilities include: • Online reporting: Access your machine from your personal, secure web account, simplifying tracking and reporting of your postage expenses. • eConfirmation Services: Save money with USPS discounts on Delivery and Signature Confirmation services, and simplify the process of sending Certified Mail.
Connecting to Online Services Automatic calls To fully benefit from the convenience and power of Online Services, your Mailing System should be permanently connected to LAN connection in order to link to the Online Server automatically when required. For some services, automatic calls are pre-scheduled to upload corresponding data. For the Reports service, the Mailing System automatically connects at the end of each month to upload accounting and postal category statistics.
How to Call Online Services Manually (as a User) To trigger a generic call As user: Press and select the path: Online services Generic call The Mailing System connects to the server and downloads the available elements (rates, ad slogans, etc.). Check your mailbox for messages: see Using the Mailbox on page 300.
Synchronize Call This type of call is only for executing a request from Customer Service. This call updates the automatic call schedule of the machine and the options. See Options and Updates on page 297. Testing the Connection to Online Services You may test the connection to the Online Services server via the commands in the Online Services menu: •...
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To test the server... As a user: Press Menu and select the path: Online Service Test server As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Diagnostics Test server The call process starts and displays its sequence of operations on the screen.
Uploading Statistics Calling manually allows you to upload report data to the Online Services server in order to display reports that integrate the latest figures on your Online Services web page. Without a manual call, the system will automatically call to upload report data to the Online Services server at the end of each month.
System Online Services Ink Management Service The Ink Management service sends an electronic message to the Online Services server when the machine’s ink supply is running low. An e-mail message then informs you of that condition so the ink tank can be replaced in time.
e-Confirmation Services Service Overview With e-Confirmation Services, your mailing machine can capture and process USPS eDelivery Confirmation, eSignature Confirmation, and eCertified Mail tracking label numbers. After uploading to the Online Server, simply log onto your Online Services Web account to monitor all of your USPS Confirmation Service delivery tracking records at a glance, or in detail, in one convenient location.
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eSignature Confirmation You receive an email with the date and time of the delivery and the name of the person who signed for the parcel. You can obtain a copy of the proof-of-delivery signature via FAX or email from the USPS. The dates and times of any unsuccessful deliveries are also noted. eSignature Confirmation is available with First Class, Priority, or Package Service (including Parcel Post, Media Mail, etc.).
How e-Confirmation Service Works You can track mail delivery through the Online Services server because the server is in constant communication with the USPS. The diagram below shows how tracking information flows from your mailroom, through the Online Services server, on to the USPS, and then back to you.
Getting e-Confirmation Status Data Mailing status information is available in two ways: • Via your Online Services web page • Via emails sent by the Online Services server. You can log on to your Online Services web page with a password 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Enter or modify the Sender ID information on the SenderID screen. This sender ID will enable you to easily identify the package record in an email notification or on the tracking web site. The Sender ID can be up to 31 characters. This is an optional step. Validate the rate and return to the home screen.
How to Display eConf Record List and Details To display the list and check a record: As user: Press and select the path: Online Services E-services record List The record list is displayed. Select a record in the list and press Details or [OK] for more details about that item. The record details are displayed.
Configuring the System This section describes the general settings you can apply to your Mailing System. Some of them can be managed directly by all users whereas most of them require the supervisor access. Settings Overview ..............235 Logging in / out as the Supervisor ........236 How to Log in as Supervisor ................236 How to Exit the Supervisor Mode ..............237 Postage Default Settings ..........238...
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How to Set/Cancel a Funding Code .............258 Sealer Default Settings .............259 How to Set the Default Mixed Sealing ............259 How to Set the Default Moistening Level .............260 Weighing Devices Settings ..........261 How to Refresh Weight (WP) ...............261 How to Set to Zero the Weighing Platform ...........262 How to Tare the Weighing Platform (as a User) ...........262 How to Zero the Weighing Platform .............262 How to Tare the Weighing Platform (as Supervisor) ........263...
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8.14 Connecting a PC ..............288 How to Deactivate the Remote Control Function .........288 8.15 Inserter Mode ..............289 How to Activate the Inserter Mechanical Connection ........289 How to Set the Inserter Mechanical Connection as Default ......290 8.16 Changing Motorized Conveyor Stacker Positions ..291 How to Install the Motorized Conveyor Stacker in Line (0°) ......291 How to Install the Motorized Conveyor Stacker at +90°...
Settings Overview This section describes two types of settings: • User settings, that only last as long as the user who applies them is logged in • Supervisor settings, sets the default or permanent characteristics of your Mailing System. Other user settings are described in the corresponding sections: Running Mail on page 37, Maintenance...
Logging in / out as the Super- visor You need to be logged in as supervisor to configure the Mailing System and perform functions such as managing accounts and access rights, generating certain reports, etc. When you are logged in as the supervisor, only the supervisor menu is available. Printing postage is not possible while logged-in as the supervisor.
How to Exit the Supervisor Mode You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To exit the supervisor mode: As supervisor: Press The machine goes to 'Sleep' mode and supervisor is logged out.
Postage Default Settings Default Rate Changing the Default Rate See also Managing Postal Rates on page 311 • How to Change the Default Rate You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To change the default rate: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path:...
How to Change the Default Permit You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To change the default rate: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default user settings Default imprint parameters Default Permit...
Checking on Zero Weight The function Zero Weight can be activated/de-activated by the supervisor. When the function is de-activated, the [Permit Mail] type of stamp may not be captured. The weight values in the Permit Report may then be inaccurate (inaccurate averages for instance).
Default Weighing Mode This setting defines both the weighing device and the weighing method that are selected by default when you start the machine (see Selecting a Weighing mode on page 88). How to Change the Default Weighing Mode You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
How to Set the Automatic Date Advance Feature You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To set the Automatic Date Advance time and days: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default user settings Default imprint parameters...
Fractional Print Mode Setting The fractional setting enables users to type fractional values when manually entering postage. Otherwise, the fractional value is always zero. How to Activate / Deactivate Fractional Postage You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
Creating Shortcuts To quickly access specific functions, you can customize some buttons of the home screen. You can customize: • Rate favorites buttons (Select Rate area), which directly select a rate when pressed • Direct access buttons (Button Bar area), which directly access a menu option when pressed.
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Rate Favorites and Shortcuts You can create rate favorites, and assign them to five specific buttons in the Select Rate screen area (shortcuts). A sixth shortcut is available: the first button on the top left side is dedicated to the default rate of the Mailing System.
How to Create a Rate Favorite You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To create a rate favorite: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Favorites Rate favorites The following screen is displayed.
Assigning Rate Favorites to Buttons Follow the procedure below to assign or change a rate favorite shortcut. How to Create/Modify Rate Favorite Shortcuts You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To create/modify a rate favorite shortcut: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path:...
Deleting Rate Favorites Follow the procedure below to delete a rate favorite from the list rate favorites. How to Delete a Rate Favorite You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To delete a rate favorite: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path:...
How to Create Direct Access Shortcuts You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To create a direct access shortcut: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Favorites Configure direct access The following screen is displayed.
How to Delete a Direct Access Shortcut You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To delete a direct access shortcut: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Favorites Configure direct access The following screen is displayed.
Printing Default Settings You can set default values for the stamp elements that follow: • Text • Ad slogan • Printing offset On list screens, the highlighted parameter indicates the default parameter. You can also set how you want to print on labels: •...
Changing the Default Ad slogan You can order a custom Ad die. Contact Customer Service. How to Change the Default Ad slogan You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To change the default Ad slogan: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default User Settings...
Selecting a Default Label Printer You can select the default label dispenser as follows. How to Select the Default Label Printer You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To select the default label printer: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default User settings...
Imprint Memories The Imprint Memories are presets for your stamp types. As a user, you can quickly recall a saved setting to simplify operation and save time (see Using Imprint Memories on page 104). As supervisor, you can create, edit/modify or delete an Imprint Memory. Each Imprint Memory is identified by a name and a number.
Managing Imprint Memories How to Create an Imprint Memory You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To create an Imprint Memory: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Imprint memories The current list of imprint memories is displayed in the Manage Imprint memories screen.
To edit or modify an Imprint Memory: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Favorites Imprint memories Select an Imprint Memory in the list. Press Modify. The Imprint Memory modification screen is displayed. Select the parameter you want to modify. Change the parameter, then press OK.
Postage Warning Settings High-Value and Low-Funds Warnings The Mailing System can warn you that the postage amount entered manually is higher than a preset value. This high-value warning prevents you from accidentally entering high postage amounts. The Mailing System can also warn you that remaining funds are getting low (low-funds threshold).
Funding PIN Code You can create a funding PIN code to control access to only those who are authorized to add postage (see Postage and Funds Management on page 121). How to Set/Cancel a Funding Code You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
Sealer Default Settings Sealing Default Mode As supervisor, you can set the sealing state by default. Three sealing modes are available: • Sealing on: nested and sealed • Sealing on: nested and closed flaps • No sealing. See also • Checking the Sealing Mode on page 57 How to Set the Default Mixed Sealing...
Moistening Default Level As supervisor, you can set the moistening level by default. Five moistening levels are available: • Low • Medium low • Medium • Medium high • High How to Set the Default Moistening Level You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
Weighing Devices Settings The weighing devices settings include: • Zeroing a Weighing Platform • Selecting a higher accuracy of the Dynamic Weighing Module (slows down weighing) • Activating / De-activating the ePostage • Setting the GEO code that corresponds to the geographical location of the Mailing System (maintenance) •...
How to Set to Zero the Weighing Platform To set to zero the Weighing Platform as a user: As a user: Press Menu and select the path: Batch settings Reset Weighing Platform Remove all items from the Weighing Platform. Press [OK] to set to zero the Weighing Platform. How to Tare the Weighing Platform (as a User) To tare the Weighing Platform as user: As a user:...
How to Tare the Weighing Platform (as Supervisor) You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To tare Weighing Platform: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: System settings Weighing functions Weigh Platform tare Press [OK] to tare the Weighing Platform.
Weighing Platform Automatic Selection This functionality shall be implemented for improving the user productivity and the ease of use of the Mailing System. The user is able to change the weighing type to the WP standard weighing by putting a mail piece onto the WP. The WP standard weighing is automatically selected when a weight increase is detected on the WP.
ePostage ePostage is a PC Application that communicates to the Mailing System to transfer the weight value. When the ePostage Mode is activated, the weight value is communicated by the Mailing System to the ePostage. The function ePostage Mode can be activated/de-activated by the supervisor. How to Activate / Deactivate ePostage Mode To activate / deactivate the ePostage Mode: As supervisor (see...
GEO Code The Weighing Platform and Dynamic Weighing Module provide mail piece weights that have to be corrected according to the geographical location of the Mailing System, as weights can change with the altitude and latitude. The correcting geodesic code may be entered: •...
8.10 Adjusting Display and Sounds This section describes different parameters you can change to improve your working conditions. Changing the Display Language You can choose a language among those available in the Mailing System for your mailing session (3 languages maximum). How to Change the Display Language To change the current display language: As a user:...
How to Change the Display Language by Default You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To change the user language by default: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default User Settings Default User Preferences...
Setting Default Display Brightness To set a display brightness which will be applied to all user sessions, you can set the default display contrast. How to Change the Display Brightness by Default You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
How to Enable / Disable the Beeps To enable or disable the beeps: As a user: Press Menu and select the path: User Preferences Press Beep on key and/or beep on error buttons. Press [OK] to validate. This is a user setting that only lasts as long as you are logged in. Setting Default System Beeps You can set the default beep state for users.
Quiet Mode Two operating modes are available on your Mailing System: • Standard Mode. • Quiet Mode. The standard mode is the normal operating mode of your Mailing System. In quiet mode, the noise level is reduced, as well as the processing speed. As user, you can set the mode for your current session.
How to Set the Default System Quiet Mode You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To set the mode by default: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default user settings Base settings Default Quiet Mode...
8.11 Other System Settings System Time-outs System settings include: • System motor time-outs • Sleep mode time-out System Time-outs The system time-outs are defined as follows: The period of time (in seconds) the system waits for an envelope or label Start after pressing .
How to Adjust the Time-outs To adjust the time-outs: As a user: Press Menu, select the path: Batch settings Timeout Settings The Time-out setting screen is displayed. Select each field and type the time-outs. Press [OK] to exit. This is a user setting that only lasts as long as you are logged in. How to Set Default Time-outs You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor...
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To change the system time-outs: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default User settings Timeout Settings The Timeout setting screen is displayed. Select each field and type the time-outs. Press [OK] to validate. Time and Date Management The time and date are required for postage and are provided by the postal authorities.
Checking/Adjusting Time and Date To check the time and date, make sure the connection to the Postal Service is available. See How to Set the Postal/Online Services Connection on page 286. How to Check/Adjust the Machine Time and Date You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
8.12 Remote Label Dispenser (RLD) Introducing the RLD The Remote Label Dispenser (or RLD) is an external printing element dedicated to print indicia on thermal self-adhesive paper with various widths. Feed Button Wakes-up or Sleeps the RLD. Indicates RLD Status. The 2 LED (green and yellow) are combined to give the status of the RLD as follows: Meaning RLD Power OFF.
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Configuring the RLD RLD / Remote Label Dispenser Feeder Base Stacker ODS - Dynamic Scale Use a USB cable to connect the RLD to the base (rear left hand side). System Connections on page 356. Declaring/Undeclaring the RLD To use the RLD, you have to declare the RLD on the Mailing System.
How to Set the RLD Status You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Machine settings Accessories and modules settings Set Remote Label Dispenser status The RLD status screen is displayed.
As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default user settings Base settings Default label printer The Set default type of labels screen is displayed. Press Roll labels , to use the RLD as default label printer. Press [Ok] to validate. Maintaining the RLD How to Test the RLD You have to connect as a Supervisor (see...
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As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Remote Label Dispenser Management The following screen is displayed: Press Begin RLD test.
How to Change the Label Roll Pull frontward the green buttons located on the RLD sides. Open the RLD. Move the two maintainers apart to disengage the label roll. Fit the new label roll.
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Insert label inside the cutting system. Push the label under both of media guides. Close the RLD. Press down until the cover snaps closed.
8.13 Connection Settings Type of Connection to the Postal or Online Services To add funds or access Online Services, the Mailing System can use: • An Internet access through a high speed LAN (Local Area Network) Use the procedure below to select the type of connection. LAN settings can only be performed if the machine was actually connected to the LAN at power-up.
LAN Settings LAN settings can only be performed if the machine is connected to the LAN at power-up. How to Set LAN Parameters You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To set the parameters of the LAN: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path:...
8.14 Connecting a PC Controlling remotely your Mailing System from a PC You can connect a PC equipped with application software, such as MAS (Mail Accounting Software), Fusion, Navigator... Recovering System Control When a PC remotely controls the Mailing System, you can recover control as follows. How to Deactivate the Remote Control Function On the 'Remote PC connection' screen, press the Unlock button to deactivate the remote control.
8.15 Inserter Mode You can connect an inserter to your Mailing System. If you have the electronic connection option, the inserter drives automatically the Mailing System. This electronic connection uses an RS232 cable between the inserter and the base of the Mailing System. If the Mailing System and the inserter are not electronically connected, you need to activate the “Inserter Mode ON”...
Setting the Inserter Mechanical Mode (Physical) as Default Follow the procedure below to permanently work with an inserter without electronic connection. How to Set the Inserter Mechanical Connection as Default As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Default user settings Base settings Default inserter mode Choose ON or OFF and press [OK].
8.16 Changing Motorized Conveyor Stacker Positions The stacker can be installed in three positions: • In line (0°) • At +90° • At -90°. The installation at -90° will be done by the technician who will have to set the corresponding conveying speed and direction of conveyor. How to Install the Motorized Conveyor Stacker in Line (0°) Assembly of the metallic attachment base Put the flange of the two fixation holes as shown by the arrow.
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Make sure that the metallic attachment base is correctly installed. Stacker Assembly Put the two feet of the Stacker in the two holes shown by the white circles.
On the rear side of the Stacker set the switch to 0°. Make sure that the Stacker is correctly installed. How to Install the Motorized Conveyor Stacker at +90° Assembly of the metallic attachment Put the flange of the two fixation holes as shown by the arrow.
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Attach the two feet A of the Base in the two holes of the metallic attachment base B. Make sure that the metallic attachment base is correctly installed. Stacker Assembly Use a flat blade screwdriver to remove the flap assy from the Stacker.
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Put the two feet of the Stacker in the two holes shown by the white circles. On the rear side of the Stacker set the switch to 90°. Make sure that the Stacker is correctly installed.
Options and Updates This section describes how you can upgrade your system by adding optional functions such as the latest postal rates, new system software and additional stamp Text or custom Ad slogans. Overview ................299 How to Access the Options and Updates Menu ..........299 How to Read Messages as a User ...............301 How to Read Messages as a Supervisor .............302 How to Clean your Mailbox ................302...
Overview You can update your Mailing System by: • Updating the postal rates • Adding new options and applications, such as Differential Weighing, Online Postal Expense Manager application, or increasing the number of accounts. • Creating additional Text for the stamp •...
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Using the Mailbox The mailbox allows you to receive messages from the Mailing System or from Customer Service via the server. On the home screen, an icon indicates that the mailbox contains unread messages. Unread messages icon on home screen: The Mailbox list screen indicates unread messages and also allows you to delete messages that have been read.
How to Read Messages as a User As a user: Select Mailbox button on display shown below, or Press Menu and select the path: > Mailbox The Mailbox screen is displayed. Select the message to read and press [View Message].
How to Read Messages as a Supervisor You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Mailbox The Mailbox screen is displayed. Select the message to read and press [View Message]. How to Clean your Mailbox You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor...
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As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: > Mailbox The Mailbox screen is displayed. Select the message to delete and press Delete message, or select Delete all messages to delete all the messages.
Managing Optional Features Options List How to Display Options You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). The options list provides you with a listing of all of the options that are available on your Mailing System and indicates the options that are activated.
Activating New Options Steps to Activate Options You can activate new options by connecting the Mailing System to the Online Services server. Once connected your new options are automatically downloaded into your Mailing System and activated. Contact your Customer Service to have a new option added to your Mailing System.
Managing Custom Text Mes- sages You can increase the appeal and “openability” of your mail by adding custom Text messages to the left of the stamp. As supervisor, you can: • Add custom marketing Text messages (and create a name for menu selection) •...
Editing Text Use the procedures below to create, modify or delete Text messages. How to Add a New Text Message To add a new Text message: Display the list of Text messages (see How to Display the List of Text Messages page 306).
Managing Ad slogans The Ad slogans are graphics you can add to the left hand side of the stamp that is printed on mail pieces. As supervisor, you can: • Display the Ad slogan list • Rename or delete Ad slogans •...
Modifying the List of Ad slogans This procedure allows you to change the name of an Ad slogan or remove an Ad slogan from the list. How to Modify or Delete an Ad slogan To modify or delete an Ad slogan: Display the list of Ad slogans (see How to Display the List of Ad slogans on page 308).
Downloading New Ad slogans How to Download New Ad slogans To download new Ad slogans: Display the list of Ad slogans (see How to Display the List of Ad slogans on page 308). Select Check for updates. The Mailing System connects to the Online Services server and downloads available Ad slogans.
Managing Postal Rates Your Mailing System uses rate tables to calculate postage. As supervisor, you can: • Display the list of rate tables and see which table the system is currently using • Download new postal rate. The newly available postal rates are automatically downloaded into your Mailing System by connecting the Mailing System to the Online Services server as a user (see How to Load/Activate New...
Downloading New Rates How to Download New Postal Rates To download new rates: Display the list of rates (see How to Display the List of Postal Rates on page 311). Select Check for updates. The Mailing System connects to the Online Services server and downloads available rates.
Managing Permits As supervisor, you can: • Display the list of permit mail in the machine • Add new permits using an USB memory device • Delete permits • Set a default permit (see How to Change the Default Permit on page 239).
Adding or Deleting Permits How to Add or Delete Permits To add a permit: Display the list of permits (see How to Display the List of Permits on page 313). Select Add new and connect the memory device to an USB port of the machine (on your left hand side at the rear of the base.
Updating System Software Occasionally you may need to download new software for your Mailing System. The software package may include feature enhancements or updates. Also, if you purchase an additional service, you may be required to download the software to support this new service. You will receive instructions from Customer Service, informing you that you should perform a software download.
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LAN connection is necessary to update the System Sortware To update the system software: As supervisor : From the main menu, select the path: Online Services Server loading Select the element to download. Select Detail of download. Choose Now or Later: Now connects immediately to the Online Services server and downloads the software package.
10 Maintenance This section contains important information about the proper maintenance of your Mailing System in order to ensure efficient operation. 10.1 Maintaining the Ink System ..........319 How to Display Ink Tank Data (User) ............320 How to Display Ink Tank Data (Supervisor) ..........320 How to Change the Ink Tank ................321 How to Display Print Head Information ............322 How to Test the Printing Quality ..............324...
10.1 Maintaining the Ink System The Mailing System uses ink jet technology to print stamps. The ink tank used for printing is located in the Mailing System base and contains an ink that is compulsory for postal transactions. The Ink tank is specific to the system base in which it has been installed. Never try to install it in another Mailing System.
How to Display Ink Tank Data (User) To display the ink level and the tank data: As a user: Press and select the path: Ink and Accessories Information Ink Tank Information The Ink tank information screen is displayed. How to Display Ink Tank Data (Supervisor) You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
Changing the Ink Tank Ink cartridges and similar printing consumables must be regularly changed in order to ensure good print quality. How to Change the Ink Tank Open the ink tank drawer by pulling it towards you. Press on the blue release lever to disengage the ink tank.
Pull out the old ink tank. Insert the new ink tank, then push it until you hear the click. Close the drawer. The alignment process of the printing heads starts automatically. Displaying Print head information How to Display Print Head Information You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
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To display the print head information: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Ink management Print head information The Print Head Information screen is displayed. Cleaning the Printing Heads If imprints look unclear or dirty in some way, test the printing quality and clean the headset to restore the printing head condition.
How to Test the Printing Quality You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To test the printing quality: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Ink management Printing quality management The following screen is displayed:...
How to Clean the Printing Heads Automatically You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To clean the printing heads automatically: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Ink management Printing quality management...
10.2 Maintaining the Feeder Replacing the Feeder Fingers rubber pad Feeder fingers are located under the Feeder top cover. They press the mail against Feeder belts, then catch the mail and carry it into the Feeder. These Feeder fingers have rubber pads in contact with the mail. After a large number of cycles, they are subject to wear, so that the Feeder cannot catch the mail well.
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Pull the finger pad down till it unclips. To replace a Feeder Finger rubber pad: Insert the locating pins (1) of the pad in the locating hole (2) at both ends of the feeder finger. Press the rubber pad against the feeder finger untils it clips on.
10.3 Maintaining the Sealer Water Network The automatic Feeder uses water for sealing envelopes. If the system is out of water, the mailing process continues but the envelopes will not be sealed properly. Filling the Sealer Bottle How to Fill the Sealer Bottle To add water: Remove the bottle from its base and turn it over.
Cleaning the Water Filter A water filter is installed on the system. It is necessary to clean it regularly. How to Clean the Water Filter To clean the water filter: Open the water filter drawer by pulling it towards you. Pull the water filter vertically to disengage it.
10.4 Cleaning the Mail Path Cleaning the mail path includes: • Doing an automatic cleaning of the heads • Cleaning Feeder sealer ramp • Cleaning Feeder belts and rollers • Cleaning the Mailing System sensors on the mail path. Cleaning the Moistening Ramp of the Sealer Make sure your system is off before cleaning.
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Pull up the right of the blue release lever to release the moistening ramp. Push the moistening ramp backwards to disengage it. Remove the moistening ramp.
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Clean the moistening ramp with hot water. Re-install the moistening ramp. Pull the moistening ramp towards you to reengage it. Push down on the blue release lever.
Cleaning Belts and Rollers Follow the steps below to clean the belts and rollers in the Feeder and in the Dynamic Weighing Module (if installed). How to Clean the Accessory Belts and Rollers To clean the accessory belts and rollers: Open equipment covers.
10.5 Touchscreen Calibration Depending on the pointing device you use on the touchscreen (finger, stylus or other non-sharp accessory), the touchscreen may need to be calibrated for a better precision. How to Calibrate the Touchscreen You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236).
10.6 Maintenance processes You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). These processes are only to be completed on request from your Customer Service. Check that your Mailing System is connected to the LAN before starting. As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance...
How to Run Update Registration You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To run the update registration: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Service Processes A confirmation message is displayed. Press [OK].
11 Troubleshooting This section helps you solve problems you may encounter while using your Mailing System. 11.1 Envelope Stoppages and Jams ........339 How to Clear Jammed Mail in the Print Base ..........339 How to Clear Mail Jammed in the Feeder ............342 How to Clear Mail Stalled in the Dynamic Weighing Module .......343 11.2 Label Stoppages and Jams ..........344...
11.1 Envelope Stoppages and Jams Print Base Stoppages Problem: Envelopes are stopped in the transport mechanism of the Base. Possible cause Action • Mail piece is too thick. Clear the Base as indicated below. • Mail size is incorrect. Correct the cause indicated in the left •...
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Using your other hand, remove the jammed envelopes. If the jammed envelopes can not be removed, perform the following: Hold the handle opened and push on the inside lever to unlock the base drawer. Pull the Base drawer towards you. Gently tilt the Base drawer on the left side and remove it.
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Feeder Stoppages/Jams Problem: Envelopes are stopped in the Feeder. Possible cause Action • Mail piece is too thick. Clear the Feeder as indicated below. • Mail size is incorrect. Correct the cause: • Too many envelopes are on the feed - Mail sizes: see Mail Specifica- deck.
How to Clear Mail Jammed in the Feeder To clear mail jammed in the Feeder: Open the cover. Gently remove jammed envelopes. Close the cover. Dynamic Weighing Module Stoppages and Jams Problem: Envelopes are stalled on the Dynamic Weighing Module deck. Possible cause Action •...
How to Clear Mail Stalled in the Dynamic Weighing Module To clear mail jammed in the Dynamic Weighing Module: Open the cover. Gently remove jammed envelopes. Close the cover. Do not lean on or leave any object on the Dynamic Weighing Module platform as it may alter its weighing accuracy.
11.2 Label Stoppages and Jams Problem: A Label is Stalled in the Print Base Possible cause Action A label is blocked in the Internal Label Dis- Clear the label. See How to Clear a Label penser or in the transport mechanism of the Jammed in the Base on page 344.
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Pull the base drawer towards you. Gently tilt the base drawer on the left side and remove it. Remove jammed labels. Put the Base drawer back into place. Release the jam release handle.
11.3 Weighing Problems Problem: The Weighing Platform or Dynamic Weighing Module doesnot Weigh Properly The Base does not seem to display a correct weight. You have to check the weighing device (Weighing Platform or Dynamic Weighing Module) as follows. Display indicates a weighing error. When this weighing error occurs on the home screen, the Standard Weighing mode is automatically selected.
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To avoid weighing errors, be sure the Weighing Platform is clear when starting the machine.
11.4 Diagnostics and System Data The Diagnostics feature allows you to find the root cause of an issue or a machine breakdown. The machine performs a self diagnosis, then generates data on the status and the events or errors that have occurred. This type of call should only be performed by Customer Service upon request.
How to Access the Diagnostics You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To gain access to the diagnostics: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance Diagnostics The system requires you to press [OK] to start the diagnostic tests, then displays the list of the tests.
How to Display the Hardware Data You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To display the Hardware Data: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance System Infomation Hardware information The system displays the data about the hardware.
How to Display the Machine Counters You have to connect as a Supervisor (see How to Log in as Supervisor on page 236). To display the data of the machine counters: As supervisor: From the main menu, select the path: Maintenance System Infomation Counters...
12 System Specifications This section contains the important specifications of your Mailing System. 12.1 General Specifications ............355 12.2 System Connections ............356 12.3 System Connectors ............359 12.4 Mail Specifications ............363 12.5 Operating Specifications ..........365 12.6 Environmental conditions ..........366 12.7 Menu Reference ...............367...
12.1 General Specifications Base • Dimensions (Width x Length x Height): 25.19" x 10.74" x 13.42" • Weight: 45.20 lb • Power supply: 120 V (+/- 10 %) 3 prong • Frequency: 60 Hz • Maximum Input Power: 294W • Ambient Temperature: + 50 °F to 104 °F •...
12.3 System Connectors Base connectors On the right-hand side The ON/OFF switch is located at the rear of the right ON/OFF switch hand side of the Mailing System base. Power connector To wall socket RJ 45 For future use USB ports To any USB device* USB devices: Keyboard, Remote Label Dispenser, Printer, LAN adaptor, Bar Code Reader…...
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On the left-hand side USB ports To any USB devices* RS232 (COM1/2) Not applicable To Feeder or Dynamic Weighing Module DVI Connector To display Power connector To Feeder or Dynamic Weighing Module USB devices: Keyboard, Printer, LAN adaptor, Bar Code Reader… All USB devices have to be plugged with the system powered OFF.
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Feeder connectors Power connector To Base or Dynamic Weighing Module To Feeder or Dynamic Weighing Module RJ45 For future use...
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Dynamic Weighing Module connectors To Base To Feeder Power connector To Base Power connector To Base Conveyor Stacker connectors To wall socket Power connector...
12.4 Mail Specifications Envelope Characteristics Envelope Dimensions Your Mailing System can handle envelope flap sizes as illustrated below(note: the illustration is not on scale). Envelope dimensions and weights • Max. length: 13" (10” on system with dynamic scale) • Max. width: 15" (13” on system with dynamic scale) •...
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Stack of envelopes • Mixed size Feeder: max 7 3/4" high • Min. weight: 0.1 oz • Max. weight: 2 lb.10.23 oz See also How to Use the Feeder on page 106. • Label Characteristics Two types of label are available for your Mailing System: •...
12.6 Environmental conditions Weighing Accuracy To obtain the best weighing results, use a solid and steady table and away from air movement: • Away from doors • Away from any fan Dynamic Weighing Module Environment The Dynamic Weighing Module uses optical sensors: do not install it in an area exposed to excessive light or heat sources.
12.7 Menu Reference The tables below list the options in the user and supervisor menus. To gain access to the menu, press Menu on the control panel. User Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 See... 1. Print Mode Introducing Tasks on page 41.
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3.10. Quiet Mode Quiet Mode page 273 3.11. Inserter mode Inserter Mode page 289 4. Favorites 4.1. Imprint memories Using Imprint Memories on page 4.2. Rate favorites Rate Favorites and Shortcuts on page 5. Rate selection 6. Account selection Changing Accounts on page 55 7.
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9. Mailbox Using the Mailbox on page 300 10. Online services 10.1. Ping Server How to Test the Connection to Online 10.2. Test Server Services on page 10.3. Generic call Manual Calls page 218 10.4. Machine Synchronization Synchronize Call on page 220 10.5.
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Supervisor Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 See... 1. Mailbox Using the Mailbox on page 300 2. Reports Reports on page Presort current batch Presort historical <latest batch> Presort historical <latest batch-1> Funds summary Adding Postage Daily usage Monthly usage Machine configuration Operator activity...
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3.1.1. Language How to Change the Display Language by Default on page 270 3.1.2. Sounds How to Change the Beeps by Default on page 272 3.1.3. Brightness How to Change the Display Brightness by Default on page 3.2. Base settings 3.2.1.
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3.2.11. Checking on zero weight 3.3. Default imprint parameters 3.3.1. Set Default Text Changing the Default Text on page 251 3.3.2. Default slogan selection 3.3.3. Default rate Default Rate page 238 3.3.4. Automatic date advance Automatic Date Ad- vance on page 241 3.3.5.
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5.4. Manage operator 5.3.1. Operator list Managing Operator PIN Codes on page 5.3.2. Operator report How to Generate the Operator Report page 201 5.5. Budget and surcharge management Advanced Reporting Functions on page 6. System settings 6.1. Weighing functions 6.1.1. Weighing Platform Tare How to Tare the Weighing Platform on page 263...
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7.1.2. Hardware information 7.1.3. Event lists 7.1.4. Counters 7.2. Ink management 7.2.1 Print Head Information Displaying Ink Tank Data on page 319 7.2.2 Printing Quality Manage- Cleaning the Printing ment Heads on page 323 7.2.3 Ink Tank Information 7.3. Diagnostics 7.3.1 Ping server Diagnostics page 348...
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7.3.8 IP configuration checker 7.4. Service processes 7.4.1 Withdraw a PSD Maintenance Pro- cesses on page 335 7.4.2 Swap PSD 7.4.3 Update registration 7.5. Network advanced settings 7.6. Remote Label Dispenser Management Maintaining the RLD on page 282 8. Options and updates 8.1.
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10.4. Machine Synchronization Synchronize Call on page 220 10.5. Server loading 10.6. Save Customer Data 10.7. Upload Customer Data 10.8. Statistics upload Uploading Statistics on page 222 10.9. Upload E-Services Records e-Confirmation Ser- vices on page 224 10.10. E-Services Record List...
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