Thank you for purchasing the CAS LP-2 price computing electronic printing scale. We have designed this equipment with many advanced features, high quality construction, and user-friendly menu driven programming. We are confident that you will find the CAS LP-2 scale will meet all of your most demanding needs.
1 General 1.2 Model and Specifications MODEL LP-2, (version 1.01) CHARACTERS PER PLU Ingredients: 2000 char. MAX, PLU Name: 114 char. MAX DISPLAYS WEIGHT: 5 digits (5 max) UNIT PRICE: 6 digits (8 max) TOTAL PRICE: 7 digits (9 max)
*NOTE: When ordering labels, please be sure to specify label type and stock number. NOTE: If you do not use the proper “CAS Approved” labels or other media for your scale’s printer, you risk voiding your warranty. Please refer to your local Authorized CAS dealer for details.
CAS products. Our Service: CAS (USA) offers service and support to all of its US products through its vast network of Authorized Dealers. If you cannot find or are unaware of any CAS Authorized Dealers in your area, please visit us on the web at www.cas-usa.com.
2 Unpacking and Assembly 2.2 Assembly of Display Column 1) You must follow the instructions in this section in order to assemble the Display Assembly properly. To begin the installation, make sure that the scale is unplugged from any electrical source. Your scale body has a display column bracket in the rear that the display column slides into.
3 Proper Operation 3 Proper Operation 3.1 Environmental Considerations & Safety 1) Please avoid the following hostile conditions: Temperatures below or exceeding: Ungrounded electrical outlet -10º C ~ 40º C (14º F ~ 104º F) Excessive vibration Unstable or flimsy surface Wind or fans functioning in direct Shared electrical outlet contact with weighing platform.
3 Proper Operation 3.2 Leveling and Location 1) Location: This scale must be placed on a flat and stable surface. Please keep the scale away from the direct path of oscillating fans, ventilation systems, or strong drafts as these air disturbances can be picked-up by the scale’s very sensitive weighing platform and may cause incorrect weight readings.
DO NOT hold or attempt to carry the scale by the Pole Display. DO NOT pour water or ANY liquid directly on the scale. DO NOT use any label media that is not recommended by CAS Corp. DO NOT attempt to effect repairs to this equipment. Doing so is against the law in most states.
If you require more thorough cleaning, contact your local Authorized CAS Dealer for service. To clean the LP-2’s platter, please make sure that the scale is turned OFF using the side COM Port Access Panel ON/OFF switch. Using the keyboard’s ON/OFF switch is NOT enough. First, remove the platter from the platform and place it in a large tub or sink.
3 Proper Operation 3.5 Power Outlet and Requirements The LP-2 is designed to be used almost anywhere in the world! Like the many appliances of today, the LP-2 is designed with an automatically switching power supply. This allows operation when connected to an AC source from 85V to 240V at 50/60Hz with 5% tolerance.
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3 Proper Operation Note: Be sure to check the LP-2’s serial number plate on the back of the scale for power specifications.
4 Nomenclature 4 Nomenclature 4.1 Scale Overview 1) Pictured below are important scale components and parts that you should be familiar with. Description Description Description Advertisement Insert, rear Fuse Cap Power Switch Connector, COM1 Gauge, Leveling Printer Connector, COM2 Keyboard, Numeric Serial Number Plate Connectors, Ethernet Keyboard, Speed Keys...
4 Nomenclature 4.2 Display and Indicators 1) VF Display: The front and rear displays on the LP-2 are dot matrix vacuum fluorescent displays. They will display all information pertinent to operating the scale. LP-2 Display Window: Sales <REG> Auto PrePack Shift Ride 12:12:00 PM...
4 Nomenclature 4.3 Printer 1) Pictured below are important printer components and parts that you should be familiar with. Description Description Description Label/Paper Roll Pin, label roll Sensor Assembly, Gap Label Roll Spool Platen Sensor Assembly, Peel-Off Lock-Down Tab Pressure plate & width adjuster Shaft, Pick-Up Motor Paper Cutter Release Lever, TPH...
4 Nomenclature 4.4 The Sales Mode Numeric Key Pad Configuration ( Standard ) TARE OVERRID DATE TIME RETURN AUTO PRE-PACK SAVE DEPT MANUAL SHIFT MENU FEED PRINT Description Numeric keys. Used to enter pricing, qty, count, tare, etc. Double zero & decimal point key. Clear key.
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4 Nomenclature Description ON / OFF key. This key turns the display on or off; however, the rest of the scale remains powered. RETURN Return key. Used to credit sales for erroneous transactions or returns. In REG, requires a level 2 password. In MGR, no password needed. AUTO MANUAL AUTO/MANUAL key.
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4 Nomenclature Description FEED Feed key. Used to feed a label or paper from the printer. PRINT Print key. Used to manually print transactions and also serves as an ENTER key. ALT key is used in combination with other keys for special functions. When you press this key “Alt”...
4 Nomenclature 4.5 The Sales Mode Numeric Key Pad Configuration ( USA ) TARE OVERRID DATE TIME RETURN AUTO PRE-PACK SAVE DEPT MANUAL SHIFT MENU FEED PRINT Description Numeric keys. Used to enter pricing, qty, count, tare, etc. Double zero key. Clear key.
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4 Nomenclature Description ON / OFF key. This key turns the display on or off; however, the rest of the scale remains powered. Also does temporary DATE Print Inhibit change RETURN Return key. Used to credit sales for erroneous transactions or returns. In REG, requires a level 2 password.
4 Nomenclature 4.6 The Program Mode Numeric Key Pad Configuration COPY PAGE ▲ BACK SAVE ◀ ▶ SPACE INSERT DELETE PASTE PAGE ▼ OVER DOWN SHIFT HELP TEST LABEL FEED ENTER Description Numeric keys. Used to enter programming data. Decimal key. Clear key.
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4 Nomenclature Description PAGE PAGE DOWN Page Up & Page Down keys. Use these to navigate 1 screen at a time. Alpha keys. Used to type text data. Insert/overwrite key. Used to toggle between Insert and overwrite modes for INSERT OVER text typing.
4 Nomenclature 4.7 The Sales Mode PLU Key Pad Configuration MISC. MISC. MISC. Weighe By-count Non-food Description All of the keys on this keyboard can be Speed keys in Non-Floating Clerk mode. Used to call-up PLUs quickly. MISC. Miscellaneous Weighed PLU key. Weighe If disabled this key works like any other Speed key.
4 Nomenclature 4.8 The Program Mode PLU Key Pad Configuration SPACE “ & ‘ À È Ì Ñ Ò Ù Ü < à è ì ñ ò ù ü > CHANGE EDIT DELETE LIST PROGRAM PRINT ASSIGN PRICE PLUs SPEED KEYS TEST SCROLL Description...
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4 Nomenclature Description LIST PLUs PLU Listing key. PROGRAM SPEED KEYS Speed Key programming key. PRINT TEST Print test key. ASSIGN Scrolling message assignment key. SCROLL...
6 Programming 5 Quick Set-Up 5.1 Installation of the Label Roll To install the label roll at ANY time you must follow the directions in this section: 1) Press the ON/OFF key and make sure that the display is completely off. Open the printer’s side- access panel.
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6 Programming 3) Take the new roll of labels and find the ending. Peel-off and discard about one foot (12 inches) of labels from the backing before installing the roll into the scale. Place the label in the scale as shown and thread the backing through the appropriate places.
6 Programming 5.2 Basic Quick Start 1) Turn Power Switch ON if the Power Switch is OFF. 2) After the start-up tests the scale will go to ZERO and show the <REG> mode sales screen. 3) Place an item on the platter. <REG>...
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6 Programming STEP1 STEP2 STEP3 STEP4 MAIN MENU 1. REG: Sale Mode 2. Manager Mode 3. Repack Mode 1. Change PLU Prices 4. Program PLUs 2. Create PLUs 3. Copy PLUs 4. Renumber PLUs 5. List PLUs 6. Edit PLUs 7.
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6 Programming STEP1 STEP2 STEP3 MAIN MENU 8. Store Settings 1. Store Name 2. Security 1. Add or Edit Control users 3. Department 2. List all users Name 4. Scale Assignments 5. Date & Time 9. Global Settings 1. LAbel Format 2.
[*******] The LP-2 can have up to 99 clerks/users. Each clerk is given a 5 character alphanumeric password. Each password can have any of 4 access levels: 0, 1, 2, or 3. Level 3 access has access to ALL scale functions;...
6 Programming 6.1.1 Store Settings Store Settings is used to program many of the scale’s features. The Store Settings menu screen appears as follows: < STR: STORE SETTINGS > 1.Store name 2.Security Control 3.Department Names 4.Scale Assignments 5.Time & Date Only the Master scale can send program changes across the network.
6 Programming Begin typing using any text or numeric keys. You can press the ▼ arrow key to go to the next line or the ▲ arrow key to go to the previous line. At any time, you may use the INSERT/OVER, SHIFT, text/numeric keys, or the Arrow keys to modify your text.
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6 Programming Remember that you cannot see passwords that are higher or equal level as your password, except for level 3, which can see ALL passwords. So, you should always use a level 3 password when you wish to edit all or any existing clerk. All level 3 passwords are implicitly set to Dept. = 0, therefore all level 3 passwords can only be set to Dept.
6 Programming Network Management Same as respective menu’s requirements. Quick Program Keys Key name Required Password level RETURN key in REG mode RETURN key in MGR mode No password protection. OVERRIDE key in REG mode No password protection. OVERRIDE key in MGR mode VOID key in REG mode No password protection.
6 Programming 6.1.5 Scale Assignments Once at the STR: Store Settings menu screen, press the 4 key. The Scale Assignment screen will appear as follows: < STR: SCALE ASSIGNMENT > Scale Number :[ 1] (1~32) Department Number:[ 1] (1~32) Bakery Department This is where you assign your scales to specific departments.
6 Programming Pressing the SAVE key at any point or the ENTER key while the cursor is on the last field will save the current screen contents and exit. Press the ESC key to exit Time and Date. 6.2 Settings When the screen is at the Main Menu Press 7, enter a level 2 or higher password when prompted, and then the screen will read: <...
6 Programming Remember that you can press SAVE at any time or the ENTER key while the cursor is on the last field, in order to save the current screen contents and exit. The ESC key exits and returns to the previous menu. 6.2.2 Sales Messages Once at the SET: Settings menu screen, press the 2 key.
6 Programming You can use these scroll messages to advertise or inform your customers of anything you wish. The messages will come on the scale when it is not in use. The order and sequence in which these messages can be displayed is programmed in the Scroll Sequence programming (section 6.2.4). Each scrolling message can be up to 80 characters long.
6 Programming Remember that you can press SAVE at any time or the ENTER key while the cursor is on the last field on the last page, in order to save the current screen contents and move on to the next available scale number.
6 Programming For Label Type = 1 or 2, you will always see this screen. Label Type 0 is the standard fixed sized label media with liner backing paper. The Length value is the length of the label itself. To capture the Length value, press the ALT key twice. The scale will feed out several labels and automatically detect the length and the gap size.
Make sure to always use CAS Certified media. Using poor quality media whether it be thermal paper or labels, may damage your LP-2’s thermal print head and void the warrantee. Consult you CAS Authorized dealers about where you can purchase the media you require. Also, they can help you with custom labels and customs formats.
6 Programming 6.3 PLU Programming When the screen is at the Main Menu Press 4, enter a level 2 or higher password when prompted, and then the screen will read: < PLU: PLU DATA > 1.Change PLU Prices 6.Edit PLUs 2.Create PLUs 7.Delete PLUs 3.Copy PLUs...
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6 Programming The Price change screens differ for the different PLU types. Here are the 3 possible screens: NUMERIC By-Weight PLU < CHANGE PRICE BY-WEIGHT PLU 1 > Price 1.00]/kg Sale Weight [ 0.000] kg Sale Price 0.00]/kg...
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PLUs, like 300 or so, it is recommended that you purchase the full-version of the SP-2 Scale Software Package to more quickly and efficiently effect such large price changes. Please inquire about the SP-2 Package at your CAS Authorized Dealer.
6 Programming 6.3.2 Creating PLUs Once at the PLU: PLU Data screen Press 2. The PLU Create screen will appear as follows: < PLU: CREATE PLU > Dept. Number: [ 1] Bakery Department Number:[ Press ALT for memory status Enter the Department number that you wish to assign to the PLU you are about to create and press ENTER.
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6 Programming * If you select that you don’t use Global Label Format, you have to assign label format about each PLU. By-Weight PLU INS/CAPS /ENG Screen 1 of 6. ( 1/6) < CREATE BY-WEIGHT PLU 10 > CHAR: 1 OF Name Line 1 :[This is a By-Weight PLU Name Line 2 :[■...
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6 Programming NUMERIC By-Weight PLU ( 2/6) < CREATE BY-WEIGHT PLU 10 > Screen 2 of 6. Group Code (0-99) : [ 0] Tax Rate Code: [0] No Tax Sales Message : [ 0] Message not found Country of Origin : [ 0] Not assigned NUMERIC By-Count PLU...
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6 Programming Price: For Non-Food PLUs, this is the Total Price of that PLU. The next section looks like this: Press TEST to weigh TARE. By-Weight PLU ( 3/6) < CREATE BY-WEIGHT PLU 10 > Screen 3 of 6. Tare Weight : -[ 0.00]kg Price 1.00]/kg...
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Department/PLU number entry screen. Unlike many older printing scale, the LP-2 does not automatically print program verification labels. If you want a program verification label, you must press the TEST key after you have properly selected that PLU’s label format number.
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6 Programming Don’t forget that there are more screens left to fully complete PLU programming. The next screens add UPC barcode numbers, Ingredients text, optional text, and NutriFacts data. So if you are not interested in programming any of these features into your PLU’s, then you can stop here by pressing the SAVE key and moving on to programming the next PLU.
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6 Programming The Custom field can ONLY be accessed if the Barcode Format is set to 0, otherwise this field is not seen. The characters below are the only acceptable input for the Custom field. The following defines the format characters for Barcode Formats: •...
6 Programming INS/CAPS ( 4/ 4) < CREATE NON-FOOD PLU 12 > Non-Food PLU CHAR: 1 OF 2000 Screen 4 of 4. Block 1:[ Block 2:[ Block 3:[ The Ingredients screen is identical for all 3 PLU types. You have up to 2000 characters of Ingredients or Optional Text.
6 Programming 6.3.4 Renumbering PLUs Once at the PLU: PLU Data screen Press 4. The Change PLU Number screen will appear as follows NUMERIC < PLU: CHANGE PLU NUMBER > From Dept. Number: [ 1] Bakery Department PLU Number:[ 110] By-Weight PLU Dept.
6 Programming 6.3.6 Edit PLUs Once at the PLU: PLU Data screen Press 6. The Edit PLU screen will appear as follows: NUMERIC < PLU: EDIT PLU > Dept. Number: [ 1] Bakery Department Number:[ Press ALT for memory status The Edit PLU program works exactly like the Create PLU program except that you can only enter PLU numbers for existing PLUs, all other PLU numbers will give you PLU DOES NOT EXIST error.
6 Programming 6.3.8 Edit PLU Text Once at the PLU: PLU Data screen Press 8. The Edit PLU screen will appear as follows: NUMERIC < PLU: EDIT PLU > Dept. Number: [ 1] Bakery Department Number:[ The Edit PLU Text program ONLY edits the text Blocks 1, 2, and 3 of any existing PLU. It works exactly like the Create PLU program for text Blocks 1, 2, and 3 except that you can only edit the Text Blocks from each PLU.
And When you create PLU, you don’t need to assign label type. However, MISC PLUs will not print using these formats. MISC PLUs formats cannot be overridden; to do so, you need to have your CAS Authorized Dealer disable the MISC PLU keys and then you can program 3 PLUs to take their place.
6 Programming will be displayed in Sales mode whenever a global discount occurs. Remember that the scale automatically 6.6 Network management Refer to network manual...
8 .X and Z Modes 7 Sale Modes 7.1 REG, MGR, and RPK Modes The following highlighted selections from the Main Menu make up the Sale Modes. < MAIN MENU > 1.REG: Sales Mode 6.Z: Report & Clear 2.MGR: Manager Mode 7.SET: Settings 3.RPK: Repack Mode 8.STR:Store Settings...
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.1 ZERO Key From the REG mode screen, we can use the ZERO key to correct for a deviation from zero as long as there are no PLUs or MISC PLUs called-up. The weight can sometimes drift from zero due to debris on the platter, leaving objects on the platter for excessive periods of time, or other environmental factors.
NOT the same thing as using the ON/OFF key. Turning the power switch OFF is equivalent to unplugging the scale from the electrical outlet. When you are using the LP-2 as a standalone scale, then you may turn the scale OFF using the power switch; however, if you are using an scale network then it is recommended never to turn the scales OFF with the power switch unless the network is not in use.
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.5 PLU/SHIFT Key and Speed keys From the REG mode screen, you can call-up PLUs by typing the PLU number and then pressing the PLU/SHIFT key. You can also call-up PLUs by pressing that PLU’s Speed key, or pressing the PLU/SHIFT key and then that PLU’s Speed key.
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8 .X and Z Modes <REG> RIDE 12:12:00 PM Misc By Weight PLU WEIGHT UNIT $ / lb TOTAL PRICE $ ◀ Pressing MISC By-Weight PLU key. ○ <REG> RIDE1 12:12:00 PM Misc By Count PLU Pressing MISC By-Count PLU key. PCS/$PRICE ( 33 oz) TOTAL PRICE $ ◀...
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.7 FOR key The FOR key is strictly used only for By-Count PLU pricing. Pressing the FOR key toggles between the QTY field, PIECES field, PRICE field, and back to the QTY field. Remember that the toggle wraps around so that the sequence is repeated indefinitely.
Key not enabled error message on the screen. If you wish to enable the use of these keys, please contact your Authorized CAS Dealer as only a state-licensed individual may change this feature on a scale.
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.9 Clear key The C key is used to clear erroneous entries and to clear PLUs that have been called-up. If you press the MISC By-Weight PLU key, enter a price, and then press the C key only the Unit Price that you entered will be cleared to 0.00.
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.11 SAVE key By-Weight PLUs auto-clear if the weight goes over zero and stabilizes, and then returns to zero and stabilizes. By-Count and Non-Food PLUs auto-clear whenever you press the ADD or PRINT key. However, if the scale is in SAVE or Pre-Pack mode, then the PLU will not auto-clear.
PRINT key for every package. Instead the user can concentrate on weighing, wrapping, and labeling. Note: The Motion Band Setting controls some weighing aspects of the LP-2 and thus requires you contact your Authorized CAS Dealer because only a state-licensed individual may change this feature on a scale.
8 .X and Z Modes PRESS PRINT FOR 3 LABELS 12:12:00 PM Common Nails Type the number of labels you require and press the PRINT key. PRICE ◀ ○ LABELS LEFT=2 12:12:00 PM As the scale prints the labels it will Common Nails count down the label counter.
8 .X and Z Modes the RETURN function will decrement returned PLU’s transaction counter and sales totals by the specified amount. A return transaction also increments the Return-transaction counter and the Return-Sales Total. A return transaction does not print any labels. First, make sure that you are in MGR mode.
8 .X and Z Modes Whenever you are using an override price the display will show the override status to the left of the time/date display. The Ride message on the upper <REG> Ride 12:14:19 PM right side of the display indicates Delicious Golden Apple that you are using an override price.
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.18 Temporary Date Change The DATE/TIME key can be used to temporarily change the current date (Packed On date). To activate this feature, make sure that you are in REG, MGR or RPK mode. Press the ALT key and then the DATE/TIME key.
8 .X and Z Modes 7.2.20 Temporary PLU Data Change The PLU/SHIFT key can be used to temporarily change certain PLU data. To activate this feature, make sure that you are in REG, MGR or RPK mode. Press the ALT key and then the PLU/SHIFT key. The display will change to the following: INS/CAPS From here you can enter the...
RPK mode and cannot use ADD key. RPK mode however, does not record any sales transactions. You can use this mode for training a clerk to use the LP-2, or to repackage/mark- down selected merchandise. You will not be able to distinguish labels printed in RPK mode from those printed in any other sales mode.
8 .X and Z Modes 8 .X and Z Modes 8.1 Reading Sales Summaries: X mode X mode is used to read (i.e. print and display) sales data. When sales data is displayed, only the user display will be on, that is, the customer side display will be off. There are a variety of reports that you can generate from X mode.
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8 .X and Z Modes Press SAVE to print report By-Weight PLU < X1: PLU SALES > From here you can select another Department: [ 1]: Bakery Department department number and/or PLU PLU: Red Delicious Apples number that you wish to display Transactions: Total $: 2.59...
8 .X and Z Modes insertion and removal of the paper media each time you do reports.On a network, the master scale has the PLU sales report data for all scales. 8.1.2 MISC PLU Sales From the X1 or X2 Read Totals screen you can press 2 to select the Misc PLU Sales report. The X1: Misc PLU Sales screen will be displayed.
8 .X and Z Modes Also, if you are using labels of fixed size, you may require several labels to print an entire report. On a network, the master scale has the Group sales report data for all scales. 8.1.4 Department Sales From the X1 or X2 Read Totals screen you can press 4 to select the Department Sales report.
8 .X and Z Modes 8.1.6 Hourly Sales From the X1 or X2 Read Totals screen you can press 6 to select the Hourly Sales report. The X1: Hourly Sales screen will be displayed. This screen lists all 24 hours of the day along with pertinent sales data for those hours.
8 .X and Z Modes This reports tells you: Number of Voids Number of Returns Number of Re-Packs Voided totals Returned total Re-Packed total Number of Price Changes Tax collected for all 3 rates Gross Total Number of Z1 or Z2 resets Last time and date of Z1 or Z2 report Non Resetting Grand Total X1 X-REPORT- SCALE 1...
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8 .X and Z Modes If you generate a Z1 PLU Sales report, then any X1or Z1 PLU Sales reports that you generate immediately after (barring any sales) will give zero sales data for those reports. This is also true for Z2. However, the Z1 and Z2 Summary reports also clear out the data for ALL other reports (options 1 to 7)! If you generate a Z1 Summary report, then any X1or Z1 sales reports that you generate immediately after (barring any sales) will give zero sales data for those reports.
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Appendix A: Country Codes Country Country Country Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Laos Latvia Ecuador Lebanon Egypt Lesotho El Salvador Liberia Afghanistan Equatorial Guinea Libya Algeria Eritrea Liechtenstein Andorra Estonia Lithuania Angola Ethiopia Luxembourg Antarctica Ecuador Antigua & Barbuda Argentina Macedonia Armenia Fiji...
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Appendix A: Country Codes Country Country Country Sri Lanka United Kingdom Qatar Sudan United States Suriname Swaziland Romania Sweden Uruguay Russian Federation Switzerland Uzbekistan Rwanda Syria Vanuatu Saint Kitts Taiwan Vatican City Saint Lucia Tajikistan Venezuela Saint Vincent Tanzania Vietnam San Marino Thailand Sao Tome...
Warrantee Format numbers 1 to 99 are built into LP-2; however, only 56 of the 99 available label formats are used. These formats are a permanent part of the LP-2’s memory and CANNOT be lost or erased. Using the SP- 2 software package, you can program format numbers 100 to 999.
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50mm X 45mm Universal Format There are many more formats that are the same or similar to the above, in which case the LP-2 is capable of using those labels. For a complete cross-reference and listing, visit us on the web at www.cas-usa.com.
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Warrantee How to Call up a To call up a PLU number 3: 1. Press the 3 key Press the PLU key. 2. Press the speed key #3. * Speed Key, shifted (#57~ #112) : Press the PLU/SHIFT key Speed key To call up a speed key #100: Press the PLU/SHIFT and Speed key #44.
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Warrantee How to Set Speed Press the MENU key Press the 4 key Enter the password and then press the PRINT key Press the 9 key Set Speed key by pressing the PAGE UP, DOWN keys ADD-UP Mode Call up a PLU Put an item on the platter Press the ADD key Repeat...
CAS product after its shipment from CAS, e.g., the dealer-added boards or chips, or the accuracy of the product after it is shipped from CAS. CAS is not responsible for warranty service should the CAS label or logo or the rating...
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Warrantee CAS Corporation, 2001 VER 0.90...
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