Amano MRX-35 Manual instruction

AMANO
MRX-35
Electronic Calculating Time Recorder
Setup and Operations Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Overview........................................................ 1-1
Operation Summary ............................................................... 1-1
External View.......................................................................... 1-3
Button Functions..................................................................... 1-3
The LCD Display .................................................................... 1-4
Normal Operation..............................................................1-5
Programming Mode...........................................................1-5
Other Components................................................................. 1-6
Chapter 2: Getting Started..............................................2-1
Placement/Location................................................................ 2-1
Desktop Installation...........................................................2-1
Wall Mounting....................................................................2-2
Power Connection.................................................................. 2-4
The Time Card........................................................................ 2-5
How to Insert a Time Card...................................................... 2-7
Chapter 3: Programming ................................................3-1
Introduction............................................................................. 3-1
Programming Tips.................................................................. 3-1
Basic Programming................................................................ 3-2
Time Settings ....................................................................3-2
Date Settings.....................................................................3-2
Pay Period Type and End Day..........................................3-3
Daylight Saving Time ........................................................3-5
Day Change Time .............................................................3-7
Day Change Override........................................................3-8
Time Rounding................................................................3-10
Automatic Break..............................................................3-12
Daily and Weekly Overtime.............................................3-15
Imprint and Display Mode................................................3-18
Date Print Mode ..............................................................3-19
Fixed Break.....................................................................3-20
Overtime Type.................................................................3-21
Card Data Clear ..............................................................3-22
Data Initialization.............................................................3-23
Advanced Programming....................................................... 3-26
Exception Zones..............................................................3-26
Revision Zones................................................................3-35

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Chapter 4: Maintenance and Troubleshooting .............4-1
Cleaning (Exterior).................................................................. 4-1
Top Cover Removal................................................................ 4-1
Ribbon Replacement.............................................................. 4-2
Fuse Replacement ................................................................. 4-4
Troubleshooting...................................................................... 4-5
Error Codes............................................................................ 4-6
Parameter Error Codes .......................................................... 4-7
Replacement Parts and Accessories...................................... 4-8
Default Programming Values.................................................. 4-9
Basic Programming...........................................................4-9
Advanced Programming..................................................4-10
Chapter 5: Specifications ...............................................5-1

MRX-35 1-1
Chapter 1: Overview
Operation Summary
The MRX-35 is an advanced electronic time recorder that calculates
daily and weekly employee hours based on user-defined options and
operating parameters.
The MRX-35 allows you to define the following parameters and user-
defined options:
• Rounding
• Daily and Weekly Overtime
• Pay Period Selection
• Day Change Options
• Overtime Options
• Hour, Minute, and Date Imprint Formats
• Fixed Break Deduction
• Automatic Break Deductions
• Revision Zones
• Exception Zones
Both the operating and user-defined parameters in the MRX-35 are
configured using programming cards. A set of (3) Basic Programming
cards and (3) Advanced Programming cards are included with the MRX-
35.

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User enrollments (ID numbers) are not required for the MRX-35. Hours
are stored for each user in the MRX-35 under a special user number that
is encoded on both sides of the time card. This information is stored in
the MRX-35 for two pay periods and then it is automatically deleted. This
information can also be manually deleted by using one of the
programming cards supplied with the MRX-35. When the programmed
pay period has ended, a new time card must be issued. When a new
time card is issued, the MRX-35 stores the data for the card under a new
user number, therefore eliminating the need for enrollments.
When all parameters are configured in the MRX-35, it is ready for use.
Employees simply punch IN and OUT. These punches will appear on the
time card in their corresponding columns.
The number of hours that appear in the DAILY NET, REG, OT1, and
OT2 columns are dependent on the options programmed. Hours that
appear in the DAILY NET column are the daily totals for a given day,
which may include Rounding, Breaks, or Revision Zones (if
programmed).
Hours that appear in the REG, OT1, and OT2 columns are accumulated
totals that will be calculated for each day that there is a pair of punches.

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External View
Button Functions
In the normal mode, all buttons are disabled. In the programming mode,
the buttons have the following functions:
Button No. Function Description of Function
Not Used
Select Item Increase (or decrease) the value (or number)
Select Item Increase (or decrease) the value (or number)
Select Item Increase (or decrease) the value (or number)
Select Item Increase (or decrease) the value (or number)
Next/End Enters data into memory and advances to the
next step or ejects the card when there are
no more selections on the programming card.
Not ShownIlluminated
LED
When a specific code number has to be
entered in programming mode, an illuminated
LED underneath a button displays the current
setting.

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The LCD Display
The LCD display on the front panel displays the current date, time and
day of the week, along with programming information and error codes.
Number Function Description of Function
 Guide Indicates programming step on card in
Programming Mode.
Time/
Programming
Displays hours and minutes during normal
operation. Displays a value, date, or time
in programming mode. Displays an error
code when an error occurs.
Indicator No function. Visible only in programming
mode.
AM/PM AM/PM indicator is displayed when the
hours imprint format is set to 12-hour
format.
Date/Time In programming mode, this indicator is
used to set a value, date, or time.
Date Displays the date during normal operation.

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Normal Operation
During normal operation, the time and date are displayed.
Programming Mode
In the programming mode, the display will appear as follows:
Note: In the programming mode, time is displayed in a 24-hour format.

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Other Components
• (3) Basic Programming Cards
• (3) Advanced Programming Cards

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Chapter 2: Getting Started
Placement/Location
When choosing a mounting location for your MRX-35, you should
consider the following:
• The mounting surface or hardware must be capable of supporting the
unit’s weight, 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs.)
• The area must be within the specified operating temperature range:
-10°C~45°C (14°F~113°F), 10%Rh~90% Rh.
• The unit should be in close proximity to a power source or wall outlet.
• The following conditions should not exist:
Desktop Installation
The MRX-35 should be placed on a level surface.

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Wall Mounting
1. Disconnect the power cord from the power source, if applicable.
2. Set the MRX-35 (display side down) on a flat surface.
3. Remove the rivet on the bottom of the unit, as shown below:
4. Place two fingers as shown on the tabs (designated by arrows) and lift
the back panel from the unit.
5. Remove the center material from the teardrop and round mounting
holes, as shown below:

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6. Using the back plate as a template, approximate the final location of
the MRX-35, and mark the location of the teardrop-mounting hole on
the wall.
7. Hang the back plate on a screw or anchor from the teardrop-mounting
hole.
8. Level the back plate and mark the location of the bottom mounting
holes.
9. Secure the back plate to the wall by inserting screws through both
mounting holes as shown:
10. Align the tabs on the back plate with the grooves on the upper back
section of the MRX-35, and carefully pivot the MRX-35 away from
you onto the back plate until it snaps into place.
11. Re-install the plastic rivet on the bottom of the unit.

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Power Connection
Plug the power cord into a suitable grounded outlet.
When the AC power is properly connected, the MRX-35 will cycle the
print mechanism and display the currently programmed day of the week,
date and time.

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The Time Card
The MRX-35 is designed for use with the following time card:
Item Function/Description
Side Indicator
Indicates the side of the time card being used.
For Weekly Pay Periods, only Side 1 will be
used. Bi-Weekly Pay Periods use both sides
(Week 1 on Side 1 and Week 2 on Side 2).
Employee/Payroll
Information Employee/Payroll information is hand written in this area.
IN/OUT Punches
All time punches are recorded in these columns.
Up to 2 pairs of punches can be made during
one day. If there are no punches made for a
particular day, the MRX-35 will skip a line upon
the first IN punch for the following day.
Exception Mark A diamond mark will be printed next to the
punch time if the punch is within an Exception
Zone.
Notes Area to add comments or instructions. If the
Card Data Clear command is used
“************” will be printed in this area.

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Item Function/Description
Daily Net
This column displays the total amount of hours
for a given pair of punches or a day. This total
may include Rounding, Breaks, or Revision
Zones (if programmed).
Card ID Number This number is used by the MRX-35 to store
data from the time card.
Barcode The Card ID Number in barcode format.
REG, OT1, and
OT2 Hours
These columns display the accumulated totals
for each day that has a Daily Net calculation
(starting with the first day of the Pay Period).
The accumulated total for the Pay Period will be
printed on the last line used on the time card.

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How to Insert a Time Card
1. Make sure that there is power to the MRX-35.
2. Verify that you are using the correct side of the time card for your Pay
Period:
Pay Period Side
Weekly Side 1
Bi-Weekly (If the Pay Period is
ending in the current week) Side 2
Bi-Weekly (If the Pay Period is
ending next week) Side 1 (1st Week) Side 2 (2nd Week)
3. Gently insert a time card into the card throat. The card will
automatically be fed in, printed and ejected. Do not force it in or
attempt to pull it out before it has been fully ejected.
,WARNING!: Please keep the right margin (Barcode area)
on either side of the time card clear from dust, dirt or marks.

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MRX-35 3-1
Chapter 3: Programming
Introduction
The MRX-35 must be programmed and configured before use. Basic
Programming consists of time, date, imprint, and display formatting, as
well as Pay Period, Time Rounding, Auto Breaks, Fixed Break, Overtime,
Daylight Saving Time (DST), and Day Change Time adjustments.
Advanced Programming mode involves creating Exception and Revision
Zones. An Exception Zone prints a next to the punch time on the time
card during a specified period. A Revision Zone “revises” a punch time
(IN or OUT punch) inside a specific period to a pre-configured time to
prevent employees from accumulating extra time by punching in early or
punching out late. Up to (6) Exception and (6) Revision Zones can be
programmed.
Programming Tips
• To eject a programming card, you must advance though all of the
settings.
• To return to a previous programming step, you must advance through
the card, re-insert the card and press the Next button until the desired
step is reached.
• An illuminated LED underneath a button displays the current setting.
Time and Date Settings:
• Holding down each button indicated by the programming card will
rapidly increase or decrease the values in the display.
• Start times and dates have to be entered first.
• To disable a Break, Zone, Daily OT #1 and #2, or Weekly OT #1
and #2, press the Hours button and advance the hours display past
“23” until it reaches “- - - - “.
• All times must be entered in 24-hour format.
• For dates, each month is indicated by a number (January = 1).

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Basic Programming
Time Settings
To set the time (Hours and Minutes), perform the following:
1. Insert MRX Basic Programming Card #1
Side A.The card will stop at the Time
Settings (Hour and Minutes) position.
2. Press the buttons indicated by the
programming card to configure the hour
and minutes to the desired setting.
3. Press the Next button to enter the values
selected. The card and the display will
advance to the Date Settings position.
You may also press the Next button to
advance through all settings until the
card is ejected.
Date Settings
To set the date (Year, Month, and Date), perform the following:
1. If you have not already done so, insert
MRX Basic Programming Card #1 Side
Aand advance it to the Date Setting
position by pressing the Next button
once.
2. Press the buttons indicated by the
programming card to configure the year,
month, and date.
Note: The year will scroll chronologically
forward from 2002 to 2050.