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Summary of Contents for AMS Pocket Spectrum
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Page 1: User Guide
USER GUIDE All rights reserved. Total or partial reproduction of this manual in whatever form, whether by printed or electronic means, is forbidden. Copyright ⓒ 2003 Advanced Merchant Solutions, Inc. Advanced Merchant Solutions, Inc. 604 Princeton Circle West, Fullerton, CA 92831 (714) 449-0211... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS General Specifications ......................3 Printer Components ......................4 A . Pocket Spectrum - Front external view..............4 B . Mobile Pro Spectrum - Bottom view ................5 General Safety Information....................6 Unpacking the Printer ......................7 Printer Features ........................8 Printer Description ...................... -
Page 3: General Specifications
General Specifications Feature Parameters Printing system Horizontal Direct Thermal Resolution 8dots/mm Total number of dots 384dots(48mm) Print speed 35mm/sec(Max.) Number of column 16(24x24), 32(12x24), 42(9x17) Paper width 58mm Interface option Bluetooth, RS-232C, USB, TTL Head life 50km Data memory 1Mbit 4.8V DC Ni-MH 800mAH / Standard pack Power 4.8V DC Ni-MH 1600mAH / Extended pack (option) -
Page 4: Printer Components
Printer Components A . Pocket Spectrum - Front external view 1. Paper cover 2. Paper cover open button (both sides) 3. LED Window 4. Power Button 5. Paper exit slot 6. I/O connector 7. External Power - 4 -... -
Page 5: Mobile Pro Spectrum - Bottom View
B . Mobile Pro Spectrum - Bottom view 1. Battery compartment 2. 4.8V DC(Ni-MH) 800mAH or 1,600mAH (option) Battery Pack - 5 -... -
Page 6: General Safety Information
General Safety Information • Read and follow these instructions. • Before cleaning the printer, disconnect the power supply and make sure that the printer is off. • Clean the printer with a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray products. •... -
Page 7: Unpacking The Printer
Unpacking the Printer Remove the printer from its carton being careful not to damage the packing material so that it may be re-used if the printer is be transported in the future. Make sure that all the components illustrated in fig. 1 are present and that there are no signs of damage. -
Page 8: Printer Features
The Pocket Spectrum (with Bluetooth interface) is primarily intended for Credit card and Check Guarantee applications, combined with Bluetooth equipped PDA’s. It is important to note that Pocket Spectrum is designed for easy paper loading, making it simple, and more convenient to use. -
Page 9: Turning The Printer On/Off
Turning the printer ON/OFF Press and hold the Power button for 1 second to turn the printer power ON. There will be a series of rising tones. To turn OFF the printer, press and hold the power switch again, there will be a series of falling tones, and the printer will turn itself off. printer will also turn itself off after 5 minutes of inactivity to conserve battery power. -
Page 10: Information Regarding Battery Use
WARNING Incorrect battery charger voltage (different from that given in table.1.1) could seriously damage charger. Table 1.1 provides specifications for the battery charger Max recharge current 0.5A (Table.1.1) 100V-240V Max recharge voltage Information regarding battery use • Please note that the new Ni-MH battery reaches maximum performance levels only after having been completely discharged and recharged at least two or three times. -
Page 11: Loading Paper
Loading paper The printer has been designed with an easy paper load system to improve handing and simplify use. When the paper is loaded into the printer, put the roll with the edge lifted into the printer. To change the roll of paper, proceed as follows: 1) Open the paper cover pushing on the printer lateral buttons and position the paper roll so that it unrolls in the direction shown in the above figure. - Page 12 3) Tear off the paper. The printer is now ready. - 12 -...
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Page 13: Resetting The Printer
Resetting the Printer The Pocket Spectrum contains a powerful processor. Like all computing devices, it may need to be reset from time to time. In order to reset the printer, simply use a paper clip, and press the reset button, located inside the printer through the reset access aperture. -
Page 14: Communication By Bluetooth
Interfaces Communication by Bluetooth The printer communicates with any equipment including a Bluetooth emitter by RF up to 10m of distance and with a 720Kbytes data transmission flow while maintaining this printer’s performance. - 14 -... -
Page 15: Communication Via Serial Port(Cable)
Communication via Serial Port(Cable) For communication with RS-232C and USB, prepare dedicated serial cable and USB cable. Insert the connector into the printer port. Connect the other end of the cable to the device to be connected. For applications that do not require Bluetooth or USB, we recommend our Pocket Merchant, which has an RS-232 interface, and a large library of pre-configured PDA cables available. -
Page 16: Swiping A Magnetic Card
Swiping a Magnetic Card With the magnetic stripe down, and facing the printer, slide the card through the slot in the direction shown. You will see that the card slot is a little wider on the left side, making it easier to get the card started in the slot. Wipe the card with a smooth, even motion. -
Page 17: Cleaning
Cleaning • To clean the printer, use a vacuum cleaner or soft cloth. • Before cleaning the printer, make sure that the printer is off. • Do not use alcohol, solvents or hard-bristled brushes. • Do not let water or other liquids seep into the printer. - 17 -... -
Page 18: Software Configuration
Software Configuration iPAQ In this example, we will use the iPAQ’s Bluetooth manager to establish a connection between the Pocket Spectrum and the iPAQ. Tap New Tap on <No Device selected> Turn on Pocket Spectrum and Select Pocket Spectrum from list... - Page 19 When asked for a Pass key enter Click OK button. 1000 PDA is now setup to work with software. Choose Pocket Spectrum/BT from Options screen when using Pocket Verifier. - 19 -...
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Page 20: Nokia Series 60
Nokia Series 60 From Menu, Select the Connect folder, then Bluetooth Icon. Make sure Bluetooth is turned On. 1. Select the Paired devices tab, then turn on the Spectrum printer 2. Choose New paired device from Options. When Mobile Pro appears, select Stop if still Searching, then choose the Mobile Pro item. Enter Passkey 1000 Then select OK. - Page 21 With Spectrum as the Reader, Com Settings from the Options menu to confirm that the port settings are setup as 38400,N,8,1. The software may display a list of Paired devices if there is no connection. Choose Mobile Pro. Your software is now setup to use the Pocket Spectrum. - 21 -...
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