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AH30
Smart Series™ Scale
Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ®Inc.
Form 50323 Issue 7 08/99

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  • Page 1 Operating Guide AH30 Smart Series™ Scale Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ®Inc. Form 50323 Issue 7 08/99...
  • Page 3 If you liked this manual ..tell us! If you did not like this manual ..tell us! We at Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. would like to hear your comments about this manual. Fill out the following form and mail to:...
  • Page 5 Mailing Systems, ® Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes from time to time, in its content. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. ASSUMES NO LIABILITY WHAT SO EVER FOR ANY LOSSES OR DAMAGES INCURRED AS A RESULT OF OUT-OF- DATE OR INCORRECT INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Additional Handling 4-11 Delivery Confirmed Response 4-12 Delivery Confirmed Response with Address 4-13 Delivery Confirmed Response with Signature 4-14 Extended Area Surcharge 4-15 Dimensional Weighing 4-16 Delivery Confirmation 4-18 Restricted Delivery 4-19 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page CONTENTS-1...
  • Page 8 7-10 Printing an Account’s Data 7-11 Clearing an Account’s Data 7-12 Sending Account Data to a PC 7-13 Configuring the AH30 to Send Account Data to a PC 7-13 PC Setup Using Windows 7-16 Sample Reports 7-17 Chapter 8 Weighing Methods Weigh Source …...
  • Page 9 AH30 PC Setup Quick Start 12-2 PC Setup for Windows Quick Start 12-3 Transferring Accounting Data Quick Start 12-3 Configuring the AH30 to Send Account Data to a PC 12-4 Sending Account Data to a PC 12-5 Field Format for Accounting Information 12-6...
  • Page 10 15-1 Programming a Discount 15-2 Using a Discount 15-2 Appendix A Carrier Rate Classes Explains the various rate classes offered by the AH30 Appendix B Key Functions Appendix C Technical Information Basic Setup Meter I/O Setup AH30 Setup for PC Interfacing...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction AH30 Overview This manual provides the information needed to operate the AH30 Smart Series™ Scale. Several chapters in the manual cover features that are optional. These may or may not have been purchased for your particular scale ... so do not be alarmed if your scale’s menu is slightly different.

  • Page 12: Manual Conventions

    USPS mail class rates and abbreviations for the AH30 scale. Sections continued Append. B Key Operation explains the function of each key on the AH30 keyboard. Append. C Technical Info explains basic setup, equipment connections, display adjustments, technical specifications, default settings. Append. D Display Info explains the various abbreviations that may be displayed.

  • Page 13: Options And Protected Features

    Password protected features: [Calibrate] [Reset to Defaults] [HB44 Compliance] [Diagnostic] Message The AH30 will display a message at times. This indicates that a function is illegal, may cause information to be lost, etc. Center Sample Display with Warning Message Weight out of range...

  • Page 14: Page Layout

    AH30 Overview The AH30 has an optional accounting package that allows the operator to charge back the rate value, number of pieces, carrier, fees, and total charges to an account. The maximum number of accounts is 250. Account names can be up to 16 alphanumeric characters. Access, clearing and editing of accounts can be password controlled.

  • Page 15: Display Information

    Introduction AH30 Display • The AH30 display will indicate what has been selected and what step is next. Information 0 lb 0.0 oz 0 lb 0.0 oz Put item on scale or Select a Function or • The display also indicates if a feature has been turned “ON” or “OFF” or selected.
  • Page 17 Quick Start Operation AH30 This chapter will give a quick explanation about how to use the AH30 scale. Overview It will show an example of shipping an USPS letter and an example of getting a UPS rate. Accounting, batch mail, and other features are covered in separate chapters.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Quick Start Operation

    0 lb 0.0 oz 0 lb 0.0 oz Put item on scale or Select a Function or • Place the letter on the AH30 scale platform. 0 lb 0.5 oz 0 lb 0.5 oz Select a Function or Select a Class or •...

  • Page 19: Processing Aups Package

    Commercial UPSG Com 064/2 information • Take item off AH30 scale platform and proceed to the next item or press the [PRINT/TOTAL] key to add to the system totals before removing the item. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99...

  • Page 21: Batch Mail

    Batch Mail or Total Mail is selected via the [TOTAL MAIL] key. Overview Batch mail is mail that is all stamped with the same postage value. The AH30, once set for [TOTAL MAIL], will set the postage value on the meter and allow the operator to keep feeding envelopes or tapes through the meter/base without resetting the postage value each time.

  • Page 22: Processing Batch Mail With Accounting

    Setting Meter Fee $0.00 DONE TOTAL MAIL • Process the envelopes or tapes through the meter/base. The AH30’s display will automatically change to reflect the number of items and amount of postage charged to the selected account. Number of $1.05 items processed.
  • Page 23 Special Services AH30 Overview The AH30 allows the operator to add Special Services to items that are processed. Special Services are selected via the [SPEC SERV] key after the carrier and rate have been selected. Feature or Special Service Page...

  • Page 24: Selecting A Special Service

    Special Services AH30 Selecting Step Action Result Special Place the item on the platform The AH30 displays the selected rate: Service and select the desired carrier and rate. 0 lb 1 oz $0.32 For example: [1st], [Ltr], [Ltr] 1st Sngl Press the [SPEC SERV] key.

  • Page 25: Registered Mail

    Registered Mail is a service provided by the USPS, which incorporates a system of receipts to monitor the mail’s movement from the point of acceptance to the point of Mail delivery. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 26: Certified Mail

    Certified Mail is a service provided by the USPS which provides the sender with a Mail mailing receipt and a delivery record at the post office of address. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 27: Return Receipt

    Return Receipt is a service provided by the USPS which provides the sender with evidence of delivery. Receipt • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 28: Oversized

    Oversized Oversized is a service provided by the carriers that depends upon the weight/size of mail and the mail class. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 29: Insurance

    Insurance Insurance is a service provided by the carriers that provides indemnity coverage for a lost, rifled, or damaged item. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...
  • Page 30 COD (Collect On Delivery) is a service provided by the carriers in which the carrier collects the amount specified by the sender for a service fee. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32...

  • Page 31: Return Receipt With Merchandise

    Return Receipt for Merchandise (RRM) is a service provided by the USPS in which Receipt w/ the post office provides evidence of delivery. Merchandise • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 32: Special Charges

    Special Services AH30 Special Special Charges are charges that the operator may want to add to an item. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired USPS rate. Charges 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.32 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 33: Additional Handling

    Additional Handling is a service provided by UPS for shipments that require additional handling due to their size or packaging. Handling • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $2.52...

  • Page 34: Delivery Confirmed Response

    Delivery Confirmed Response is a service provided by the UPS which provides automatic proof of delivery for packages. Confirmed Response • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. 0 lb 1.0 oz $2.52 USPG Com 064/2 •...

  • Page 35: Delivery Confirmed Response With Address

    Delivery Confirmed Response with address is a service provided by the UPS which provides automatic proof of delivery for packages and includes recipient’s address. Confirmed Response • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. With Address 0 lb 1.0 oz $2.52...

  • Page 36: Delivery Confirmed Response With Signature

    Delivery Confirmed Response with signature is a service provided by the UPS which Confirmed provides automatic proof of delivery for packages and includes recipient’s signature. Response • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. With Signature 0 lb 1.0 oz $2.52...

  • Page 37: Extended Area Surcharge

    The UPS Extended Area Surcharge is calculated based on Actual or Dimensional weight when applicable, whichever is Greater. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. For example: [UPS INTL], [Can], [EpdP], [71] 1 lb 0.0 oz...

  • Page 38: Dimensional Weighing

    UPS Guide For Services • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. For example: [UPS INTL], [Can], [EpdP], [71] 1 lb 0.0 oz $32.00...

  • Page 39: Dimensional Weighing

    DW flashes UPSC EPkg /71 DW If the actual weight exceeds the calculated or entered dimensions, the AH30 will display an error message. Use the actual weight for fee and leave dimensional weight unselected. When entering the dimensions, the following conventions apply...

  • Page 40: Delivery Confirmation

    Manual Delivery Confirmation is available as a special service with USPS Priority Mail USPS and Standard (B) Mail. Delivery Confirmation • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. For example: [PRI] 0 lb 1.0 oz $3.20 Pri Sngl •...

  • Page 41: Restricted Delivery

    Restricted Delivery Restricted Delivery is only available with Registered, Certified, COD, or Insurance over $50. • Place the desired item on the AH30 platform and select the desired UPS rate. For example: [1ST] 0 lb 1.0 oz $0.33 1st Sngl •...

  • Page 43: Time Saving Features

    Time Saving Features AH30 The AH30 has several time saving features that can be enabled. These features allow Overview the operator to eliminate keystrokes when processing items. The following features are covered in this section: Feature Function Page Repeat Services Retains all special service fees from one transaction to the next.

  • Page 44: Repeat Services

    Time Saving Features AH30 Repeat This feature allows the AH30 to retain all special service fees and amounts from one Services transaction to the next. The special services can only be transferred to another transaction when the carrier has remained the same. In addition, when you select a class that does not support the retained special service, the service and its corresponding fee must be removed from the current transaction.
  • Page 45 Time Saving Features AH30 Repeat This feature allows the AH30 to retain the zip code, zone or country name from one Zip/Zone transaction to the next. The zip code, zone or country name can only be transferred to another transaction when the carrier has remained the same.

  • Page 46: Rate Path Memory

    Time Saving Features AH30 Rate This feature allows the AH30 to retain the path used when selecting a rate. Path For example: if the operator uses the [Std(A)] key to access [Sngl] rates, a Memory subsequent [Std(A)] key press will directly access [Sngl] rates without the intermediate menu prompt.

  • Page 47: Best Way

    Time Saving Features AH30 Best Way This feature allows the AH30 to compare rates and select the best one ... all at the touch of the [BEST WAY] key. Setting • Select [SET UP] by pressing the appropriate key. ystem Setup...

  • Page 48: Setting Up Bestway

    UPS3 select the desired rate StdB Parc Use the [ENTER] key to Ground Commercial toggle select [Ena] for Enable or [Dis] for Disable. Ground Residential Press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key when done. Page 5-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 49: Using Bestway

    ] to select the desired type of service, then press the [ENTER] key. For example: [Letter], [ENTER] 0 lb 0.3 oz $0.32 The display shows the best 1st Sngl (lowest cost) rate Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 5-7...

  • Page 51: User-Programmable Rates

    User-Programmable Rates AH30 The AH30 has the capability of programming and storing up to ten user-programmable Overview rates. Using this feature the operator can program his/her own customized rates or rates for local carriers that deliver in the area. Function...

  • Page 52: Programming A Rate

    • Select [Prog] by pressing the appropriate softkey. Enter Rate Name Name can be up to alphanumeric characters _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ontinued on the next page. Page 6-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 53 [ENTER] key. When selecting the desired precision of the programmed rate ([1/10] or [Cent] remember to consider if your postage meter is a decimal or non-decimal model. Continued on the next page. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 6-3...
  • Page 54 Then press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key. If a mistake is made entering a rate do not exit the rate ... continue programming the rate until completion. Then go back and edit the saved rate. Page 6-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 55 /-] key. DHL Abn Emry 123 User-programmed rate named 123. • Select the desired user-programmed rate by pressing the appropriate softkey. 0 lb 0.4 0z $0.25 programmed rate Selected user- programmed rate. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 6-5...
  • Page 56 Press Cont to perform or Exit to return to previous menu “ • Select [Cont] by pressing the appropriate softkey and the rate will be deleted. If you select [Exit], the rate will not be cleared. Page 6-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 57 ] to select the desired rate to edit, then press the [ENTER] key. Name: 1st Zone: Indicates that there is more than one zone for this rate. ontinued on the next page. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 6-7...
  • Page 58 Enter Rate $ _ _ _ _ 2.00 Use the numeric keys to enter the new rate value, and press the [ENTER] key. When through making all desired changes, press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key. Page 6-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 59 Prog Prnt • Select [Print] by pressing the appropriate [F1] through [F4] softkey. SALES • Use the [ ] to select the desired rate to print, then press the [ENTER] key. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 6-9...

  • Page 61: Chapter 7 Accounting

    Accounting AH30 The AH30 has an optional accounting package that allows the operator to charge back Overview the rate value, number of pieces, carrier, fees, and total charges to an account. The maximum number of accounts is 250. Account names can be up to 16 alphanumeric characters.
  • Page 62 Select [All] to print all accounting reports. Select [Custom Order] to print predefined reports. Or use the [ ] to select the individual report to print. [EXIT/PR.MENU] Until main weight/rate display is reached. Page 7-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 63: Setting Up An Account

    Allows account validation. [Std] Standard Allows the operator to enter account names as he/she operates the system. [Sngl] Single Charges all cost to a single account. Continued on the next page. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-3...

  • Page 64: Setting Up Account Names

    _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ • Use the alphanumeric keys to enter an account name, then press the [ENTER] key. The AH30 stores the account name and returns to the previous menu screen. Define Accounts Delete Accounts To enter more account names simply select [Define Accounts] again.

  • Page 65: Account Prompting

    ] to select [Account Prompting], then press the [ENTER] key. Acct Prompts Are On • Select either [On] or [Off] by pressing the appropriate [F1] through [F4] softkey. [On] turns account prompting “ON”. [Off] turns account prompting “OFF”. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-5...
  • Page 66 List of accounts. Sales Last account selected. • Use the [ ] to select the desired account, then press the [ENTER] key. Setting meter fee 0 lb 0.3 oz $0.32 1st Sngl Page 7-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 67 The previously select account is charged automatically. If a different account is desired, the operator has to remember to change accounts before processing item by: [ACCT], [Change Active Account], select from list process package Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-7...

  • Page 68: Changing The Current Account

    ] to select [Change Active Acct], press the [ENTER] key. List of accounts. Sales Last account • Use the [ ] to select the desired account, then press the [ENTER] key. selected. • The selection is now the active account. Page 7-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 69 • Select [View] by pressing the appropriate [F1] through [F4] softkey. Sales Use the [ ] to view the following information: [Cnt] or number USPS Account Wgt] or weight selected to [TFe] or Total Fee view. [AFe] or Add Fees Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-9...
  • Page 70 • Select the desired field to edit by pressing the appropriate softkey. • Use the [ /+] or the [ /-] and the numeric keys to reflect the delta (+ or -) change, then press the [ENTER] key. Page 7-10 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 71 • Select the desired way to print the data, then press the [ENTER] key. Custom Order • The selected reports are printed. See the end of this chapter for samples of printed reports. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-11...
  • Page 72 Exit to return to previous menu”. • Select [Cont] to clear the data by pressing the appropriate softkey. Select [Exit] to return to the previous menu and not clear the data. Page 7-12 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 73 If you select [Exit], the account will not be cleared. To delete another account simply repeat the above steps. You can erase all accounts at once by selecting: [SET UP], [Accounting Setup], and [Erase All]. See page 7-14. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-13...
  • Page 74 • Select [Cont] by pressing the appropriate softkey and the accounts will be deleted. If you select [Exit], the accounts will not be cleared. To delete an individual account see page 7-13. Page 7-14 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 75 New _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ • Use the numeric keypad to enter in the new name and press the [ENTER] key. • Press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-15...
  • Page 76 Retrieve Data Print Data • Use the [ ] to select [Transmit to PC], press the [ENTER] key. For more information about sending account information to a PC, see Chapter 12. Page 7-16 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 77 Accounting AH30 Defining The AH30 can be configured to print certain reports. The reports are printed when [Custom Order] is selected under the [ACCT] ... [Print Data] menu. Reports To [Define Reports] do the following: • Press the [SET UP] key.
  • Page 78 $0.00 $19.65 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOTALS 0/00.0 $0.00 $0.00 USPS 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 OTHER 0/00.0 $0.00 $0.00 TOTAL 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0028 Page 7-18 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 79 WEIGHT(LB/OZ) ADD FEES TOTAL CHARGES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1/08.8 $0.00 $6.00 0/00.0 $0.00 $0.00 0/00.0 $0.00 $0.00 4/10.6 $0.00 $19.65 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOTALS 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0028 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-19...
  • Page 80 $7.46 Pres 0/14.9 $0.00 $2.89 Sngl 4/03.5 $0.00 $15.00 TOTAL 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GRAND TOTALS 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0028 Page 7-20 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 81 CUMULATIVE TOTALS BY CARRIER-SUMMARY PIECE WEIGHT(LB/OZ) ADD FEES TOTAL CHARGES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- USPS 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GRAND TOTALS 6/03.4 $0.00 $25.65 Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0028 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 7-21...
  • Page 82 3/00.9 $0.00 $13.65 The Invalid Meter Totals indicate pieces of mail set on meter manually, bypassing the AH30 system. Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0028 Page 7-22 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 83: Weighing Methods

    Weighing Methods AH30 Overview The AH30 has the capability of weighing items in the following ways: traditional or conventional, from the scale or manual entry, and in english or metric units. It also has a count feature to count piece parts.

  • Page 84: Weigh Source

    Weighing Methods AH30 Weigh The AH30 will accept either the weight on the scale platform or a manual entry for the Source weight. To select the weight source, do the following: • Select [SPEC FNC] by pressing the appropriate key.
  • Page 85 Weighing Methods AH30 Weigh The AH30 will weigh either in the traditional (conventional) method or it has an optional differential weighing feature. Method Conventional Weighing involves placing an item on the AH30’s scale platform, getting a weight, and processing the item.

  • Page 86: Metric Weight

    To end metric weighing, press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key. Since the United States uses the english system of weighing and not the metric, if you select a carrier and class the AH30 will automatically convert the weight back to english units (lbs and oz) before showing a rate.

  • Page 87: Count Function

    COUNT - add samples to scale, press ENTER • Place a sample of the items to be counted on the AH30’s scale platform (the sample should be at least 5 items). Then press the [ENTER] key. COUNT - Enter number...

  • Page 89: Multi-Task

    Done Multi task • You can now run mail through the meter/base and the AH30 will keep track of the postage used and the number of items run. As you running mail through the meter/base, the AH30 can be used to weigh items.
  • Page 91 Specialty Keys AH30 The AH30 has several specialty keys that are not fully covered in other chapters. The Overview keys are: [ALT DSP], [ /+], [ /-], [EXIT/PR.MENU], [ZERO], [ZIP ZONE], [OTHER CARR] Function Description Page [ALT DISP] Provides more information about what the AH30 is...

  • Page 92: [Alt/Dsp]

    Specialty Keys AH30 [ALT DSP] The [ALT DSP] key provides more information about what the AH30 is displaying (carrier, rate, special services). For example: a 0.7 ounce letter is processed [1ST], [LTR], [LTR], and the following special services are added: [Ovs] and [SpC] of $2.00.

  • Page 93: [Exit/Pr.menu]

    PR.MENU] For example: Certified Mail • Select [Cer] by pressing the appropriate key. Make Selection • Press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key until the weight/rate display is shown. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 10-3...

  • Page 94: [Zero]

    Specialty Keys AH30 [ZERO] The [ZERO] key is used to zero out the AH30’s scale platform. For example: **Negative** This indicates that the AH30 was turned “ON” with a Clear scale or zero weight on the platform. Press the [ZERO] key.

  • Page 95: [Other Carr]

    For example: [1], [2], [3], [ENTER] [CLEAR] The [CLEAR] key is used clear an incorrectly entered alphanumeric entry. For example: [1], [2], [3], the 3 should be an A, [CLEAR], [A], [ENTER] Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 10-5...
  • Page 97 Security AH30 Overview The AH30 has the ability to be configured so that a password is required to access or change accounting information and system configuration. The AH30 can be configured for one Master Password which allows access to all password protected features.

  • Page 98: Password Quick Start

    Press the Password Setup complete. When a password [EXIT/PR.MENU] key protected feature is accessed, the operator will be until the Main Menu is prompted to “Enter Password _ _ _ _”. displayed Page 11-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 99: Setting Up Password Security

    Security AH30 Setting The following steps are used to setup password security on the AH30: Password • Press the [SET UP] key. Security • Use the [ ] to select [System Setup] and press the [ENTER] key. • Use the [ ] to select [Password] and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 100: Secondary Password

    After selecting a Secondary Password a list is displayed ... those are the features that when password protected can be accessed by the secondary password. Continued on the next page. Page 11-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 101 • When complete, press the [EXIT/PR.MENU] key. The Secondary Passwords allow access to a selected list of password protected features. It normally is used as an operator password. A maximum of ten secondary passwords is allowed. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 11-5...
  • Page 102 Security AH30 Using Once passwords have been programmed into the AH30 and features have been enabled Password for protection, the following will happen when a password protected feature is Protection accessed: Enter Password _ _ _ _ Exit The operator uses the alphanumeric keys to enter his/her password and then presses the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 103: Pc Interfacing

    AH30 Overview The AH30 has an optional feature that allows accounting information to be sent to a PC. To use this feature the scale must also have the Accounting package. The AH30 also can be configured for real-time interfacing to a PC. Information is sent to the PC when the item is processed.
  • Page 104 PC Interfacing AH30 AH30 The following should be done to set up the AH30: Setup Quick Step Action Comments Start Connect the PC interface cable from the AH30 back port (labeled “PC”) to the proper port on the back of the PC.

  • Page 105: Transferring Accounting Data Quick Start

    ] to select [Transmit to PC] and press the [ENTER] key. From the WINDOWS TERMINAL menu System will ask for a file select RECEIVE BINARY FILE name. Enter a file name ... the transfer is initiated. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 12-3...
  • Page 106 PC Interfacing AH30 Before sending account data to a PC, the AH30 must be configured. Configure • Press the [SET UP] key. The AH30 To Send System Setup Account Data To A Accounting Setup • Use the [ ] to select [I/O Setup], press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 107 • Use the [ ] to select [Access Accounts], press the [ENTER] key. Retrieve Data Print Data • Use the [ ] to select [Transmit to PC], press the [ENTER] key. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 12-5...
  • Page 108 Add Fees Add Fee Status Add Fee Status - if negative Weight lb. XXXXXXXX Weight oz. XX.X Weight Status E Edited Weight Status - if negative Date mm dd yy Carriage Return Page 12-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 109: Real-Time Interfacing Setup

    AH30 Real Time Real-Time Interfacing is always in an ASCII format. Interfacing To configure the AH30 for real-time interfacing, do the following: Setup • Press the [SETUP] key. • Use the [ ] to select [I/O Setup], press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 110 MT = Mult-Task TM = Total Mail TP = Tape LT = Letter [Spec Serv] Special Services [Date] mmddyy Real-Time Interfacing is always in an ASCII format. Continued on the next page. Page 12-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 111 Select 8 for DATA BITS. AH30 is connected to. Select 2 for STOP BITS. Select NONE for PARITY. Select OK. Select SETTINGS. Select BINARY TRANSFERS. Select KERMIT. Select OK. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 12-9...
  • Page 113 Journal Log AH30 Overview The AH30 has Journal Log capability. Journal Log prints every transaction as it happens. This is an optional feature. Feature Page Setting Up Journal Log Quick Start 13-1 Setting Up Journal Log 13-2 Sample Journal Log Report...

  • Page 114: Chapter 13 Journal Log

    Journal Log AH30 Setting The following steps are used to setup Journal Log on the AH30: Journal • Press the [SET UP] key. • Use the [ ] to select [I/O Setup] and press the [ENTER] key. • Use the [ ] to select [Journal Log] and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 115: Sample Journal Log Report

    1st Sngl 0/00.3 $0.32 $0.32 Std Sngl 0/00.3 $0.32 $0.32 Std Sngl 0/06.0 $1.47 $1.47 1stA Bas 0/00.3 $0.261 $0.261 StdB Parc 4/00.1 06484/8 $5.95 $5.95 Tape Exp P-A 0/00.3 $10.75 $10.75 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 13-3...
  • Page 117 Miscellaneous Features AH30 This chapter covers various miscellaneous features that the AH30 has. Overview Feature Page Printing the current System Setup 14-2 Reset to Defaults 14-2 Show the Serial Number 14-2 Diagnostic 14-3 Install Updates 14-3 Sample Install Updates Printout...
  • Page 118 [Show Serial Number] displays the AH30’s individual serial number. Show Serial Number The following steps are used to display the AH30’s serial number. • Press the [SET UP] key. • Use the [ ] to select [Show Serial Number] and press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 119 Select [Prnt] by pressing the appropriate softkey to print the currently installed information. Select [Inst] by pressing the appropriate softkey to install any new options. The AH30 will prompt for an Authorization Number. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99...
  • Page 120 Opt Rate Pkg 3 Ena = Enabled Opt Rate Pkg 4 (purchased) Opt PostOffice Dis = Disabled (not purchased) Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0027 Page 14-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 121 It should only be performed by a service technician. It is password protected. HB44 The [HB44 Data] feature keeps track of the HB44 Compliance status of the AH30. It Data allows a postal inspector to know if the HB44 Compliance has been disabled and how many times it has been disabled.
  • Page 122 HB44 has been HB44 Compliant: turned “ON” (and June 08 1996 Number of times unit has been Current calibrated. HB44 status. Copyright (c) 1999 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems Inc AH30 - Ver. 0027 Page 14-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 123 Miscellaneous Features AH30 Time/Date To set the time and/or date on the AH30, do the following: • Press the [SET UP] key. • Use the [ ] to select [System Setup] and press the [ENTER] key. • Use the [ ] to select [Time/Date] and press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 124 [EXIT/PR.MENU] key and a “beep’ will sound. To access the [Key Audio] settings, press the [ENTER] key. Key Audio Is High Med High Select the desired setting by pressing the appropriate softkey. Page 14-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 125 Discounts AH30 The AH30 has the capability of programming discounts by a percentage or a flat rate. Overview Function Page Program a discount quick start 15-1 Use a discount quick start 15-1 Programming a discount 15-2 Using a discount 15-3...
  • Page 126 Flat • Select [%] or [Flat] for type of rate. a percentage of the rate amount. [Flat] a flat discount amount. [Clr] clears the programmed discount. ontinued on the next page. Page 15-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 127 UPS2 Ltr 064/208 • Press the [SPEC SERV] key and select [Dsc], press [EXIT/PR.MENU] 0 lb 1.7 oz $6.75 The rate with the programmed discount UPS2 Ltr 064/208 of $0.50 is displayed. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page 15-3...
  • Page 129 Scale Abrev./Path indicates the abbreviations sued by the scale and the order in which they happen to get to the rate. For example: Automation, Letters, Basic … path is [1st Class], LtrA, Bas Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page A-1...
  • Page 130 StdN, StdN Bas NonLetter Pkg #2 Optional StdN, StdN L35 Pkg #2 Automation Nonprofit Basic Optional StdN, StdN ALtr Letter Pkg #2 LtrA Optional StdN, USPS StdN AL35 Pkg #2 LtrA Page A-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 131 StdB Spc Special Single Piece - Standard StdB Prt Bound Printed Matter Library Mail Single Piece Standard StdB Lib Parcel Post Inter BMC Standard Parc StdB Parc Intra BMC Standard StdB BMC Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page A-3...
  • Page 132 IntlA Spkt Catalog Standard Air, Cat IntlA Cat Mailbag Global Priority Mail Small Envelope Standard Air, GPS GlPri SEnv Large Envelope Standard Air, GPL GlPri LEnv Variable Standard Air, GPV GlPri Var Page A-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 133 Standard /Path /Display & Report Insured Mail (Parcel Post only) Standard Oversized Mail Optional Pkg #4 Registered Mail Standard Return Receipt Standard Special Delivery Standard Special Handling Standard Dimensional Weighing Standard Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page A-5...
  • Page 134 Can, ExpP UPSC Pkg Expedited Packages Standard Can, EpdP UPSC EPkg Mexico Express Letters Standard Mex, ExpL UPSM Ltr Packages Standard Mex, ExpP UPSM Pkg Expedited Packages Standard Mex, EpdP UPSM EPkg Page A-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 135 DAir, Mex, RPSD Mex Zone 61 Puerto Rico Standard Domestic, H&PR RPS2 Dom Zone 10 2 Day Air U.S. Standard 2Day RPS2 Dom [RPS AIR] 3 Day Standard 3Day RPS 3Day Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page A-7...
  • Page 136 FedI Ltr Packet Standard Intl, FedI Pak Package Standard Intl, FedI Pkg FedEx Services FEDEX Services Optional / Scale Abrev. Scale Abrev. Standard /Path /Display & Report Insurance Standard Standard Oversized Standard Page A-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 137 Intl, AIRBORNE Rates AIRBORNE Rates Optional / Scale Abrev. Scale Abrev. Standard /Path /Display & Report Domestic Letter Standard Other Carrier, Abn Ltr Abn, Package Standard Other Carrier, Abn Pkg Abn, Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page A-9...
  • Page 138 Emry, Letter Standard Other Carrier, EmryP Ltr Emry, Standard Other Carrier, EmryP Pak Emry, Package Standard Other Carrier, EmryP Pkg Emry, 2nd Day Package Standard Other Carrier, Emry2 Pkg Emry, 2Pkg Page A-10 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 139 AH30 will be electronically transferred to the postage meter. [MTR LTR] Processes a letter. When selected, the rate displayed on the AH30 will be electronically transferred to the postage meter. [TOTAL MAIL] Selects the Total Mail function (Batch).
  • Page 140 Selects the Accounting menu, and is the space key Space [ALT DISP] Provides more information about what is on the AH30’s display (carrier rate, special services, etc.) Used to scroll up the menu items. [ /+] Used to scroll down the menu items.
  • Page 141 • Connect your report printer via cable to the back of the AH30 at the connector labeled “PRINTER”. If you have purchased the optional PC Interface: • Connect your PC via cable to the back of the AH30 at the connector labeled “PC”. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99...
  • Page 142 ] key to select [Set Meter Banks], press [ENTER] key Select [3Std], [4Std], [4Dec], or [5Dec] to match the type of meter used To configure the AH30 to communicate with an external meter/base: • Press the [ON/OFF] key on the AH30 console.

  • Page 143: Technical Information

    Technical Information AH30 AH30 The following should be done to set up the AH30: Setup Step Action Comments Connect the PC interface cable from Interface the AH30 back port (labeled “PC”) to the proper port on the back of the PC.
  • Page 144 Select 8 for DATA BITS. AH30 is connected to. Select 2 for STOP BITS. Select NONE for PARITY. Select OK. Select SETTINGS. Select BINARY TRANSFERS. Select KERMIT. Select OK. Page C-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 145 Adjust bubble for center. Replace the scale Carefully lining up its underside dowell heads with the platter. holes on the platter surface. Plug power back into the scale. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page C-5...

  • Page 146: Contrast Adjustment

    Action Comments Unplug power from the scale. • On the right side of the scale Right side view of an AH5, AH10, or an AH30 scale showing the location of the plastic cover console, locate the plastic (highlighted). cover with the cutout.

  • Page 147: Technical Specifications

    480 dots (W) by 64 dots (H) resolution Adjustable viewing angle 30 to 80 degrees Weighing Characteristics Weight Capacity 30 pounds maximum Display Accuracy 0.0 to 10.0 pounds 0.1 oz 10.0 to 30.0 pounds 0.2 oz Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page C-7...
  • Page 148 Serial Port 1 Baud Rate 1200 Stop Bits Parity Length Accounting Account Type Standard Form Feed Account Prompting This setting will become the current settings if a [Reset to Defaults] is performed. Page C-8 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 149 Step Action Comments Unplug power from the scale. • On the right side of the scale Right side view of an AH30 scale showing the location of the plastic cover console, locate the plastic cover (highlighted). with the cutout. • Insert the tip of a flat screwdriver into the horizontal slot at the top of the cutout.
  • Page 150 _ _ _ _ _ _” The system will not prompt for an Enter the authorization number authorization number if the rate card version provided and press [ENTER] stays the same. key. Page C-10 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 151 • To avoid scale settings from • Once the scale is configured, the being accidentally changed … menus should be password password protect such menus as protected. the System Setup, Accounting Setup, and I/O Setup. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page C-11...
  • Page 153 Post Office - to - Post Office PCrd Presort Card Pres Presort Priority Restricted Delivery Saturday Sngl Single StdE Standard A Enhanced Carrier Route Bulk StdN Standard A NonProfit Rate Bulk StdR Standard A Regular Bulk Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page D-1...
  • Page 154 Commercial EpdP International Expedited Package ExpL International Express Letter ExpP International Express Package Letter Mexico Othr Other Package Residential SLtr Next Day Air Saver Letter SPkg Next Day Air Saver Package Page D-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 155 Mexico Residential FEDEX Econ Economy Intl International Letter Packet Package Priority Standard Document Domestic Intl International Letter Package Airborne [ABN] Letter Package Emery [Emry] 2Pkg 2 Day Package Letter Packet Package Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page D-3...
  • Page 156 Disable Edit Edit Enbl Enable Metr Meter PC Xmit Format PC Transmit Format PC Xmit Function PC Transmit Function Pred Predefined Prnt Print Prog Program SetN Set Number Sngl Single Standard Page D-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 157 New w/version 0019 Next Day Air Saver - Letter 132-138 New w/version 0019 OverSized Ground Commercial OverSized Ground Residential OverSized GroundTrac Commercial OverSized GroundTrac Residential OverSized GroundSaver Commercial OverSized GroundSaver Residential Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page E-1...
  • Page 158 RPS 3-Day 32-38 Rate Zones Comments Refer to DHL for country to zone information. FedEx Rate Zones Comments Standard Domestic Standard Priority 2-10 Refer to FEDEX for country to zone information. International Page E-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 159 Message Center Messages Appendix F Overview The AH30’s Message Center displays various messages if it determines that the attempted operation is illegal, may cause information to be lost, etc. The AH30 may take several screens to display the complete message.
  • Page 160 ... adding up to the desired postage amount. Multitasking is stopped without • Operator exited Multtasking without processing any recording any transactions. items. Multitasking in process. • Multitasking is enabled. Page F-2 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.
  • Page 161 Discount ignored discount value exceeds the current rate value. For example: the postage rate is $5.50 and the discount is programmed as a $10.00 flat rate. Not assigned • Rate not assigned. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page F-3...
  • Page 162 • Verify that the mechanical stop screws are not hitting the scale platform. • Verify that the platform is level & stable. • “ZERO” the scale. • Contact your local Ascom dealer. Page F-4 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

  • Page 163: Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc

    Menu Tree Appendix G The below menu may vary slightly depending upon the AH30 system’s configuration and purchased options. [SET UP] [System Setup] [Repeat Services] [Install Updates] [Repeat Zip/Zone] [Rate Path Memory] [Calibration] [Best Way] [Operation] System User [HB44 Compliance]...
  • Page 164 Menu Tree AH30 The below menu may differ slightly depending upon the AH30 system’s configuration and purchased options. [SPEC FNC] [Weigh Source] [Scal] scale platform [Manl] manual entry [Weigh Method] [Conv] conventional weighing [Diff] differential weighing [Metric Weight] [Count Function]...

  • Page 165: Questions And Answers

    HB44 Compliance must be turned "OFF" in order [SPEC FNC] menu. for Metric Weight to be a menu choice. To turn HB44 Compliance "OFF" requires a password … contact your Ascom Dealer. Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc. 08/99 Page H-1...
  • Page 167 Deleting an Individual Account 7-13 Deleting All Accounts 7-14 Renaming an Account 7-15 Sending Account Data to a PC 7-16 Configuring the AH30 to send Account Data to a PC 7-16 [Calibration] 14-5 Defining Reports 7-17 Sample Reports 7-20 ...
  • Page 168 12-3 Programming a discount 15-2 Quick Start Transferring Accounting Data 12-3 Using a discount 15-3 Configuring the AH30 to send Account Data to a PC 12-4 Sending Account Data to a PC 12-5 Display Abbreviations Appendix D Field Format for Accounting Data...

  • Page 169: Metric Weighing

    [I/O Setup] Message Center Sub-menu under the [SET UP] key. Apend C The AH30 will display a message to give the operator Allows access to [Set Meter Banks], a warning, instructions, or to indicate a problem. [PC Protocol], [Serial Port 1] setup, Message Center and [Journal Log].
  • Page 170 Ch. 11 Questions and Answers Appendix H Passwords Quick Starts The AH30 has the ability to be configured so that a Quick Start Journal Log Set Up 13-1 password is required to access or change accounting Quick Start Passwords 11-2 information and system configuration.
  • Page 171 4-14 Delivery Confirmation 4-15 Restricted Delivery 4-16 Security Specialty Keys The AH30 has the ability to be configured so that a [ALT DSP] 10-2 password is required to access or change accounting 10-3 information and system configuration. Quick Start Password...
  • Page 172 Quick Start Program a Rate Quick Start Use a Programmed Rate Programming a Rate Using a Programmed Rate Clearing a Programmed Rate Editing a Programmed Rate Printing a Programmed Rate Using With Other Equipment C-11 Page INDEX-6 08/99 Ascom Hasler Mailing Systems, ® Inc.

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