Panini My Vision X Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Panini My Vision X Operator Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preface General 1.1 Audience 1.2 Safety Precautions 1.3 If the Machine is Damaged 2. Learning about the Panini My Vision X 2.1 Packaging List 2.2 External Parts Description 2.3 Internal Parts Description 3. Operating your Panini My Vision X 3.1 Document Support Installation 3.2 Extension Plate Installation...
  • Page 3 5.6 Replacing the Feeder and Separator Rollers 5.7 Cleaning the Reading Transport Belt 5.8 Install the External Covers 6. Specifications 6.1 Technical specifications of the Panini My Vision X 6.2 Technical specifications of the PC My Vision X SD Addendum My Vision X AGP Addendum...
  • Page 4 PANINI NORTH AMERICA (Subsidiary) 577 Congress Park Drive Dayton, OH 45459 (USA) This manual and the software described in it are protected under the Panini S.p.A Copyright. All rights reserved. Reproduction of this material in any form without the express written consent of Panini SpA or its subsidiaries is prohibited.
  • Page 5 Trademark Acknowledgement PANINI logo, My Vision X, Vision API, ICR Vision and MICR Plus are trademarks or registered trademarks of Panini SpA. The Panini My Vision X is also UL 950 compliant: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 6 Rather, it must be collected separately. Offenders will be subjected to the penalties and measures laid down by the law To that end, Panini products are appropriately marked with the European Union WEEE Directive’s crossed-out dustbin symbol to indicate: •...
  • Page 7: Preface

    Chapter 4: “Getting started” explains how to operate the My Vision X. Chapter 5: “Maintenance” describes how to solve problems that you may encounter using this machine. Chapter 6: “Specifications” lists the main functions of the My Vision X and the features of the PC. OPERATORMANUAL...
  • Page 8: General

    1. General Congratulations on your selection of the Panini My Vision X! The Panini My Vision X is a new generation of check scanners. With a small footprint, sleek design and quiet operation, the Panini My Vision X fits perfectly in a small area such as a teller window, or on the back counter of bank branches.
  • Page 9: Audience

    1.1 Audience This manual is written primarily for personnel who process checks or other documents. 1.2 Safety Precautions Before you begin operating or servicing your My Vision X as instructed in this manual, please make sure...
  • Page 10: If The Machine Is Damaged

    Dress safely. Do not wear loose clothing, long hair or jewelry that can become entangled in moving parts. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate the My Vision X where people may walk on the cord.
  • Page 11: Learning About The Panini My Vision

    2. Learning About the Panini My Vision X The Panini My Vision X is a compact, easy-to-use and quiet scanner.The Panini My Vision X automatically scans the front and/or rear of checks while simultaneously capturingthe Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) code line.
  • Page 12 Removing the Panini My Vision X from the Packaging Remove the Accessories box, the operator manual and the power cable out of the packaging. Holding the packaging down with one hand, lift the My Vision X together with the packing materials making use of the plastic Plastic handle handle (Fig.3).
  • Page 13: External Parts Description

    Fig.3 Attention: • Don’t use the plastic handle to carry the My Vision X from one place to another. Use it only to extract the device from its packaging. • During unpackaging, do not remove or pull the Mylar blades A, B and C (see Fig.4).
  • Page 14 This section describes the major components of the Panini My Vision X.The component names introduced here and shown in the figures are used throughout this manual. Pocket Extension Document Pressure Plate Extension Plate Feeder Extension Bottom Cover...
  • Page 15: Internal Parts Description

    Rear Separator Roller Pre-magnetization Head Synchronization Sensor MICR Reading Head “U” Track Wall Transport Rollers Ink-Jet Cartridge Cradle Front Image Camera Rear Image Camera Pocket sensor Transport Belt Interlock Board Feeder Motor Learning about the Panini My Vision OPERATOR MANUAL Page 14...
  • Page 16: Operating Your Panini My Vision

    3. Operating your Panini My Vision X 3.1 Document Support Installation Insert the Feeder Extension in the slot uncovered by pushing back the Document Pressure Plate. Installation is correct if the Feeder Extension is at the same level of the entrance of the scanner platform.
  • Page 17: Extension Plate Installation

    Document Pressure Plate Feeder Extension Slot Fig.7 3.2 Extension Plate Installation The feeder extension is designed to support all documents anticipated to be processed by the My Vision X. Markets or applications that process a large number of long documents (longer than 8 inches) may find it necessary to apply the optional extension plate for better document support, reducing the risk of image skewing, MICR rejects, etc.
  • Page 18: Power Cables Connection

    Before connecting the scanner to your PC, make sure to locate the unit on a flat surface near the PC, away from direct light and from electromagnetic equipment. Plug the power cord connector in the Power Supply socket (Fig.10). Plug the Power Supply cable in the My Vision X power connector (Fig.11).
  • Page 19: Usb 2 Cable Connection

    3. The My Vision X should be plugged into a dedicated electrical power outlet. The power supply will be 100-240 VAC (no power selection required), and the frequency 50/60 Hz. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your Service Representative or local power company.
  • Page 20: Hp C6602A Ink-Jet Cartridge Installation

    USB 2 cable 3.5 HP C6602A Ink-Jet Cartridge Installation Remove the inner cover .Take a new Ink-Jet cartridge out from its package. Do not (see section 5.1 for details) touch the ink with your fingers or clothing: it will stain.Angle the front side of the cartridge downwards and face the two pins with the two holes in the cradle.Gently push down the rear side of the cartridge until it snaps in the plastic retainer.
  • Page 21: Hp 51604A Rev.b Ink-Jet Cartridge Installation

    Ink-Jet cartridge HP C6602A Panini P/N: CA-00138- Plastic retainer Cartridge cradle Fig.13 3.6 HP 51604A rev.B Ink-Jet Cartridge Installation Remove the inner cover .Take the additional plastic lever from the packaging, install (see section 5.1 for details) it on the left side of the cartridge cradle andpull it down. Take a new Ink-Jet cartridge out from its package.
  • Page 22: Pocket Length Adjustment

    Ink-Jet cartridge HP 51604A rev B PANINI P/N: BA-00037-01 Additional Plastic Lever Cartridge cradle Fig.14 3.7 Pocket Length Adjustment Adjust the pocket length by inserting the longest document that will be processed in the pocket. Move the pocket extension left or right until a space of 5 mm (1/4”) is available between the leadingedge of the...
  • Page 23: Getting Started

    4. Getting Started...
  • Page 24 Note: An application must be started before you begin to process documents. When the application starts, the My Vision X turns on which is indicated by the green led in the outer cover. If it is your job to start the application, refer to the documentation supplied with the application by the vendor.
  • Page 25: Status Lights

    Two status lights located near the feeder indicate the status of the unit. The following table describes the meaning of each status light. Note: There is no LED power indication upon connecting the My Vision X. LED status indicators only illuminate when the application connects to the My Vision X unit.
  • Page 26 Tip: Use a mechanical jogger device for faster and more accurate alignment of bottom and leading edges. OPERATORMANUAL Page 24 Getting Started Feeding Documents...
  • Page 27 You may feed documents one at a time or in batches of up to 30 by inserting the documents all the wayinto the feeder. (Fig.19).The documents must be inserted into the feeder so that the leading edge fits between the two black linesshown in Fig.20. Do not insert the checks past the rollers.
  • Page 28 Document Feeder Options Depending on the configuration ordered, two feeder types are available: 1. Standard Feeder Option: Designed for single document automatic insertion. Holds up to 30 documents for automatic batch one hand insertion (without moving the pressure plate). Holding up to 100 documents by pushing back the pressure plate before inserting checks into the feeder.
  • Page 29 The feeder is designed so that checks can be loaded continuously, while the scanner is processing. This can be done by inserting checks behind those already present in the feeder.
  • Page 30: Clearing Jams

    Removing Documents from Pocket Processed documents are sent to the exit pocket. For best result, follow these recommendations: Remove the documents when the pocket is nearly full. Jams occur when the pocket is too full. No “pocket-full” sensor is available. Occasionally verify that the endorsements are clearly printed.
  • Page 31 operation, apply the following suggestions: Extract the jammed document simply by pulling it out with your fingers (see Fig.23). If the document does not pull out , lift the inner cover at the point indicated by the ribbed surface as shown in Fig.24. Grab the document with your fingers to remove it from the transport.
  • Page 32 a. Open the pocket extension. b. Insert the two reference shafts in the corresponding housings found in the inner cover (See Fig.26). d. Check the exit pocket to ensure that the two plastic springs are aligned properly as shown in Fig.28.
  • Page 34 In the event that the outer cover has to be removed, first disconnect the USB and power cables and then lift the outer cover as shown in Fig.29. To remove the “U” track wall see Fig.30. Please follow the instructions listed in chapter 5.1.2. If the jam occurs in the image camera area, it is advisable to open the front image camera (see Fig.31) so that the document can easily be removed.
  • Page 35 Close the image camera carefully. Don’t allow the spring to snap it closed. Insert the outer cover by aligning the two shafts with the holes in the bottom cover of the unit (Fig.32). Insert the two teeth located on each side of the outer cover in the bottom cover and lock it (Fig.33 and 34).
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    5. Maintenance Warning: Before doing maintenance, remember to disconnect the USB 2 and power cables from the device.
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Transport

    Note: The parts accessible to the operator for cleaning or jam removal are identifiable by green stickers. Green stickers OPERATORMANUAL Page 35 Maintenance 5.1 Cleaning the Transport Dust, lint and small particles can get into the track area. Clean this area as follows: Remove the inner and outer covers by pulling up on the covers as illustrated below.
  • Page 40 Note: If the blotting pad housing assembly. (A) comes away from the U-track, insert the low mylar spring in the lateral slots (B) and the pad housing in the reference pins (C). Gently press down until the pad housing stops on the top of the U-Track wall.
  • Page 41: Cleaning The Contact Image Sensors

    5.2 Cleaning the Contact Image Sensors Gently open the front image camera (Fig.48) and remove any debris and dust. Clean the Contact Image Sensors with a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with Isopropyl Alcohol or with eye glass cleaner (Fig.49). Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
  • Page 42: Cleaning The Hp C6602A Ink-Jet Cartridge

    5.3 Cleaning the HP C6602A Ink-Jet Cartridge Fibers, such as cotton or paper, dried ink plugs or crust, or excess ink puddles on the nozzle plate can obstruct ink droplets or cause ink droplets to deflect from the desired trajectory, resulting in a degraded print quality.
  • Page 43: Cleaning The Hp 51604A Rev.b Ink-Jet Cartridge

    5.4 Cleaning the HP 51604A rev.B Ink-Jet cartridge Fibers, such as cotton or paper, dried ink plugs or crust, or excess ink puddles on the nozzle plate can obstructink droplets or cause ink droplets to deflect from the desired trajectory, resulting in a degraded print quality.
  • Page 44 Reinsert the cartridge by pushing it into holder and then pull the small plastic lever all the way up using the tab provided. 8 Replace the inner cover Remove the Ink-Jet cartridge when transporting the unit and when the unit is not used for long periods.In case the scanner is not used regularly, periodically clean the Ink-Jet nozzles with a fiberless cloth.
  • Page 45: Replacing The Feeder And Separator Rollers

    5.6 Replacing the Feeder and Separator Rollers After extended use it will be necessary to replace the Feeder and Separator Roller rings due to normal wear. Open the inner and outer covers. Carefully lift the rings off the rollers (See the arrows in Fig.53, 54 and 55). Install the new separator rings on the hubs by pressing down on the surface of the rings, making sure the rings are installed flat on their seats.
  • Page 47: Cleaning The Reading Transport Belt

    5.7 Cleaning the Reading Transport Belt If an increase in the number of MICR (Magnetic Ink Characters Recognition) rejects is noticed, it may benecessary to clean the surface of the reading transport belt to remove extraneous magnetic ink or iron dust.Clean the external surface of the belt with a soft, lint-free cloth, dampened with Isopropyl Alcohol.Turn pulley “A”...
  • Page 48 Push down on the inner cover until it stops, ensuring that the inner cover stays behind the scanner (black area) (Fig.59). The inner cover (grid) must be Scannerinserted behind the scanner (black) Inner cover...
  • Page 49 Check the exit pocket to ensure that the two plastic springs are properly aligned as shown in Fig.60. Insert the outer cover by aligning the two shafts with the two holes in the bottom cover of the unit (Fig.61). Push the cover down. Insert the two teeth located on each side of the outer cover in the bottom cover and lock it see Fig.62 and 63.
  • Page 51: Specifications

    6. Specifications 6.1 Technical Specifications of the Panini My Vision X PERFORMANCE Various models processing up to 30 dpm, 60 dpm, or 90 dpm with a USB 2.0 interface AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER 3 mode feeder: - Single document automatic insertion...
  • Page 52 SOFTWARE TOOLS Panini Vision API running on: Windows 2000 SP3 and Windows XP SP1 or higher with USB2.0 or with USB1.1 at reduced performance Windows NT 4.0 SP6 with USB1.1 ICR Vision function for image snippet definition & download; Easy integration of ICR/Barcode/OCR recognition technology...
  • Page 53: Technical Specifications Of The Pc

    Technical Specification of the PC My Vision X SD Addendum This addendum provides specific product details related to the Panini My Vision X SD. This highlights product characteristics that vary from the information in the Operator Manual. My Vision X SD Packaging List ** Replaces section 2.1...
  • Page 54: My Vision X Agp Addendum

    The SD scanner unit is designed for single document processing exclusively. All references to preparing and processing batches of multiple items in this section is not relevant to the SD version of the My Vision X. Inserting multiple items into the feeder of a SD scanner unit will cause multiple documents to be fed or document jams to occur.
  • Page 55 Ink-Jet Cartridge HP Q2344A (Black 1918 Dye) (Panini P/N: CA-00140-00) Ink-Jet Cartridge Installation ** Replaces section 3.5 and 3.6 The following steps indicate how to install the My Vision X AGP Ink-Jet cartridge. Use only HP Q2344A cartridges (Black 1918 Dye) (Panini P/N: CA-00140-00) Remove the new print cartridge from its package, and gently remove the transparent tape covering the ink nozzles, being careful not to touch the ink nozzles and electrical contacts.
  • Page 56 Open the rear cradle lever and remove the print cartridge Use the Panini cleaning cloth (Panini P/N: GS-00020-00) or a wet lent free cloth (de-ionized water is best) wipe slowly across the long-axis with the print cartridge facing down (as shown). The damp cloth should draw ink from the cartridge flushing out the nozzles.
  • Page 57 Notes:...

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