3M Charge Analyzer 711 User manual

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Model 711 Digital Conversion
Station
Intended Use
The 3M™ Model 711 Digital Conversion Station is designed to read barcode labels on library
items (for example, books, video cassettes, etc.) and convert that information to be read to a
3M Brand Digital Identification D1 Tag. It is designed for use in the library environment. The
barcode label information is read through the use of a laser scanner. This information from the
barcode is processed by a computer and then transferred to a radio frequency identification
(RFID) reader. This information is then read onto a 3M Brand Digital Identification D1 Tag. Only
3M Brand Digital Identification D1 Tags are to be used with the Model 711 Digital Conversion
Station. The use of other materials could lead to poor performance and unsafe conditions.
Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide will help you unpack and set up your Conversion Station, and will help
you become familiar with your system as quickly as possible. Please read through this
document before you begin.
To access the complete operator procedures and all reference and troubleshooting information
for the Conversion Station, refer to the on-line help found by clicking the Help button in the
software application.
Explanation of Labels and Symbols
- Refer to accompanying documents.
- Risk of electric shock. Refer all servicing to manufacturer.

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Warning Statements and Safety Instructions
WARNING
•This equipment contains high voltage. Risk of electric shock. Do not remove
protective panels. Only certified 3M technicians should service this equipment.
•Make sure power is off before disconnecting monitor. If power is not off, the monitor
will be damaged.
•Possibility of personal injury. The operation of the Conversion Station involves
repeated body movements. To minimize any possibility of injury, avoid prolonged
repetitive movements, rest when becoming fatigued, and, when possible, alternate
job functions with other people. Avoid any awkward reaching for library items.
•Possibility of Conversion Station tipping over. The Conversion Station should not
be moved with library items stacked on top.
•Do not use cabinet as a step.
•Do not climb on Conversion Station.
•Possibility of unsafe handling and disposal of components of the Conversion
Station. Any batteries, circuit boards, etc., must be handled and disposed of in
accordance with local disposal regulations.
•Possibility that disposal of the product could generate a hazard to the environment.
To avoid hazard to the environment with the disposal of the product, follow local
disposal regulations.
CAUTION
•This product contains laser devices. Do not allow the scanner laser beam to reflect
off a shiny, mirror-like surface into anyone’s eyes. Observe the labels on the unit.
•Possibility of personal injury. The Conversion Station weighs 153 pounds (70 Kg).
Attempting to lift the Conversion Station may cause personal injury. To avoid any
possibility of injury, the Conversion Station should not be lifted but should be
moved on its wheels.
•Using controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
•For your safety, the Conversion Station should be unpacked and set up by two
people.

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EMC Compliance USA and Canada
FCC Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can emit radiated radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
FCC Intentional Radiator Certification
This equipment contains an intentional radiator approved by the FCC under the FCC ID number
shown above. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NO MODIFICATIONS. Modifications to this device shall not be made without the written
consent of The 3M Company. Unauthorized modifications may void the authority granted under
Federal Communications Commission Rules permitting the operation of this device.
Industry Canada Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le
materiel brouilleur du Canada.
CANADA:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC ID:

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EMC Compliance Europe
Conformity assessment and marking requirements to be determined.
Conformity assessment in progress at time of publication.

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Safety Label Locations
FCC ID: __________
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CANADA __________
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du
Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
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Before You Begin
Before You Start Unpacking the Conversion Station
•Review all of the Warning and Caution Statements and Safety Instructions on pages 2
through 5.
•Be very careful when removing the Conversion Station from the shipping crate. You will
remove the machine from the shipping crate using a ramp. Be very careful when moving the
machine down the ramp and onto the floor.
Before You Start Setting up the Conversion Station
•DO NOT PLUG THE CONVERSION STATION INTO AC POWER.
Major Steps Involved in the Conversion Process
Here is an overview of the major steps involved:
•Unpack, set up, and start up the Conversion Station.
•Load the D1 tag dispenser.
•Set the library parameters in the software.
•Review the online documentation.
•Create a conversion plan.
•Train operators and set schedules.

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Unpacking
1. Unlatch the shipping crate (Figure 1). Conversion Stations are shipped unlocked with the
keys attached inside the front doors.
Figure 1: Unopened Crate
2. Remove the side of the crate. The side you remove will be used as a ramp.
3. Set the ramp onto the pallet so that the pins on one end of the ramp align with holes on the
pallet.
Figure 2: Crate Opened and Ramp Installed on Pallet
4. Insert the pins into the holes on the ramp (Figure 2).
5. Remove the wood and foam supports (Figure 2).
1.
5.
3.
4.
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NOTE: Be careful when moving the machine out of the crate and down the ramp. For maximum
safety, two people are recommended, one on either side of the machine.
6. The plastic covering on the machine is secured with tape. Grasp the tape and plastic
covering, and slowly pull the machine out of the shipping crate (Figure 3).
Figure 3: Removing Conversion Station and Backing Down Ramp
Setup
1. Lock all four wheels by pushing down on the locking levers (Figure 4).
Figure 4: Locking the wheels
2. Remove the plastic covering from the machine.
3. Open the right front door of the machine.
6.
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4. To open the left front door, pull down on the pins to release the door (Figure 5).
Figure 5: Releasing upper and lower pin on the left front door
5. Unpack the support mast with scanner and monitor (Figure 6).
Figure 6: Unpacking support mast with scanner and monitor
support
mast
monitor
scanner
4.
5.

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6. Insert the black scanner cable into the mast hole (Figure 7).
Figure 7: Inserting black scanner cable into mast hole
7. Insert the gray video cable into the mast hole (Figure 8).
a) Position the gray video cable in the mast hole slot.
Figure 8: Inserting gray video cable connector into mast hole
6.
7.
a) mast
hole slot
mast hole

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8. Stand at the back of the Conversion Station and grasp the support mast (Figure 9).
Figure 9: Inserting support mast into mast hole, gray video cable held in mast hole slot
a) The bottom of the support mast has a notch.
•With the notch facing the front of the unit, insert the support mast in the mast hole.
•The notch fits over a pin located inside the cabinet.
•Make sure the mast is seated on the pin.
Figure 10: Rotating the support mast with monitor facing toward front of unit
b) Twist the black knob next to the support mast one rotation to loosen the knob (Figure
10).
8.
notch
a)
b) c)
d)

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c) Position the monitor and tighten the black knob next to the support mast.
d) Change the angle of the monitor by loosening the black knob next to the monitor.
WARNING: BEFORE CONTINUING, MAKE SURE THE POWER TO THE CONVERSION
STATION IS OFF.
9. Connect the gray video cable (50-pin connector) to the connector located in the back of the
monitor (Figure 11).
a) Push any excess cable down inside the cabinet.
Figure 11: Gray video cable connected to monitor
10. Inside the conversion station cabinet (Figure 12):
a) Connect the black scanner cable to the Scanner Power connector (Com 4) on the
computer. Tighten screws (2).
Figure 12: Computer cable connections
b) Connect the gray video cable to the video connector (Video) on the computer (Figure
12).
9.
a)
a)
b)
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c) Connect the mouse cable to the computer.
d) Connect the keyboard to the keyboard connector on the computer.
e) Connect the AC power cord to the AC power connector located on the outside lower right
hand side of the Conversion Station (Figure 13).
Figure 13: AC power cord connected
11. Ensure that the voltage selector switch on the computer is set to the local operating voltage
(115 or 230 VAC) (Figure 14).
Figure 14: Voltage selector switch
e)
11.

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Startup
1. Unlock the four wheels.
2. Move the Conversion Station near a power outlet and plug it in. Be sure the tag dispenser
switch is OFF (middle position).
3. Turn ON the Conversion Station power switch located on the lower right side of the station.
4. Push the monitor ON/OFF switch to turn on the monitor.
5. The computer initializes and displays the main conversion screen.
6. If power does not come on, check that the circuit breaker located inside the cabinet on the
lower right side is in the ON (up) position. Make sure each end of the power cord is securely
connected.
Loading the D1 Tag Dispenser
1. Make sure the tag dispenser switch to the right of the supply roll shaft is set to the OFF
(middle) position before loading the tag dispenser (Figure 15).
Figure 15: D1 Tag Dispenser
stop lever
curved steel
spring plate
supply roll shaft
take-up
spool
switch 1.

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2. Rotate the supply roll shaft until the stop lever is in the UP position (Figure 16).
Figure 16: Rotating Supply Shaft Stop Lever To Up Position
3. Release the stop lever so that it drops down into a horizontal (straight out) position (Figure
17).
4. Remove the two plastic core inserts from the supply roll shaft (Figure 17).
Figure 17: Releasing Stop Lever into Horizontal Position
a) Install the core inserts on each end of the D1 roll (Figure 18).
b) Remove tape from D1 roll.
Figure 18: Installing Plastic Core Inserts on Ends of D1 Roll
2.
3. 4.
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5. Install the roll of D1 tags onto the supply roll shaft, with the leader coming from the left side
of the roll (Figure 19).
Figure 19: Leader Coming Off Left Side, Threading Leader Up Under Curved Spring Plate
6. Thread the leader of the D1 roll of tags up through the tag feed area (under the curved steel
spring plate) (Figure 19).
7. The leading edge of the leader should come up through the top of the Conversion Station
(Figure 20).
Figure 20: Threading the Leader Up Through Tag Feed Area
5.
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8. Put a slight upward bend in the leader. The upward bend will help the leader pass on the
side of the guide plate toward the take-up spool (Figure 21).
Figure 21: Putting a Slight Upward Bend in Leader
9. Push the leader back down into the slot of the tag feeder opening on the same side of the
wire spring as it was when it came up through the opening (Figure 22).
Figure 22: Pushing Leader Down into Slot of Feeder Opening
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10. Review the threading procedure shown below (Figure 23) and (Figure 24):
a) The leader threads up through the tag feed area under the curved steel spring plate;
b) back down into the slot of the tag feeder opening on the same side of the wire spring;
c) down toward the take-up spool on the side of the guide plate toward the take-up spool.
Figure 23: Leader Diagram
Figure 24: Leader Threaded Correctly
( a) ( b) ( c)
wire
spring top of
Conversion
Station
tag feeder
opening
curved steel
spring plate
leader toward take-up
spool

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11. Remove the take-up spool end-plate (Figure 25).
Figure 25: Removing the End-Plate
12. Make sure the slot in the take-up spool is at or near the top of the spool (Figures 25 and
26).
a) To position the slot, rotate the take-up spool by pushing down on the tag dispenser
switch until the crimp slot is at or near the top.
Figure 26: Guiding Leader Around Take-Up Spool
b) Rotate the take-up spool (clockwise) and make sure the spool is locked into position.
c) Guide the leader around the take-up spool and reinstall the end-plate.
•The leader should be clamped into the slot in the take-up spool (Figure 27).
Figure 27: Leader Clamped in Crimp Slot
11.
12.
switch
a)
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13.Rotate the stop lever (counter-clockwise) on the supply roll shaft until the stop lever is in the
DOWN position (Figure 28).
Figure 28: Rotating the Stop Lever to Down Position
14. Place the tag dispenser switch in the ON (up) position (Figure 29).
Figure 29: Setting the Tag Dispenser Switch to ON
15. The dispenser automatically initializes and the dispenser motor operates until a tag is
dispensed through the feeder opening (Figure 30).
Figure 30: Tag Dispensed Through Feeder Opening
13.
rotate stop lever
14.
15.