Amano PIX-28 User manual

PIX-28
Time Clock
Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Overview ...........................................................1
Specifications.............................................................................1
External View.............................................................................1
Rear Panel.................................................................................2
LCD Display...............................................................................2
Chapter 2: Getting Started .................................................5
Removing the Cover & Packing Material ...................................5
Mounting ....................................................................................6
Wall Mounting.........................................................................6
Desktop Mounting...................................................................7
Make a Test Print.......................................................................7
Ink Capacity Gauge....................................................................7
Chapter 3: Program Mode..................................................9
Entering the Program Mode.....................................................10
Date (Month, Day and Year) Setting........................................10
Time (Clock) Setting.................................................................11
Daylight Saving Time Disable/Enable......................................11
Quick Set-Up Code..................................................................12
Other Options Menu.................................................................13
Print Style Using Symbol or Print Style Codes.....................14
Print Style Codes ..............................................................14
Symbol Printing.................................................................15
Setting the Language............................................................18
Print Direction.......................................................................19
Setting the Auto Print............................................................20
Leading Zero.........................................................................21
Begin Daylight Saving Time..................................................21
End Daylight Saving Time ....................................................22
Diagnostics...........................................................................23
Chapter 4: Maintenance and Troubleshooting...............25
Ribbon Cartridge Replacement................................................25
Error Messages........................................................................26

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Chapter 1: Overview
Specifications
Power Requirements: PIX-28 Input: 16.5 VAC, 60Hz, 0.6A (Max.)
AC Adapter: 120 VAC ± 10%, 60Hz
230 VAC ± 10%, 50Hz240 VAC ± 10%, 50Hz
Ambient Temperature: -10°C~45°C (14°F~113°F)
Ambient Humidity: 10%~90% (no condensation)
Dimensions: 140mm x 150mm x 165mm
5.5in x 5.9in x 6.5
Weight: 1.8kg (4.2lbs.)
Environment:
Indoor use only; dust-free environment Keep out of direct sunlight
External View
Keyhole
Print
W
indow
Digital
Clock
Print
Margin
Reset Switch
(on bottom)
Print
Buttons
Print
Slot

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Rear Panel
LCD Display

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Description of Controls
Normally, the Display Window shows the date and time. When you
use the Quick Set or Program Mode to change the settings of the PIX-
28, the instructions to change the clock are shown in this window.
The buttons underneath the cover are used to navigate through the
Quick Set and Program Mode to change the clock’s settings.
CHANGE Button. Use this button to change the information shown on
the display when you are in the Quick Set or Program Mode.
ENTER Button. When you are in the Quick Set or Program Mode, use
this button to enter the setting shown on the display into memory.
The RESET Button
The RESET Button is located on the
bottom of the clock.

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Chapter 2: Getting Started
Removing the Cover & Packing Material
You must remove the packaging spacers from the printer block and the
Printer Carriage before attempting to use your PIX-28.
1. Insert the key provided and turn clockwise to open the case. Lift the
cover to remove.
2. Lift the printer packing material and remove the Spacer A.
3. Remove Spacer B between the Ribbon Cartridge and the Printer
Carriage.
Open
Locked
Remove
Spacer B
Remove

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Mounting
When choosing a mounting location for your PIX-28, 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% ~90% Rh.
• The unit should be in close proximity to a power source or wall outlet.
• The following conditions should not exist:
Wall Mounting
1. Remove the cover.
2. With the clock facing you, remove the mounting bracket by pulling
the top tabs (A) towards you, and then pushing the tabs down (see
below).
3. Securely mount the PIX mounting bracket on the wall using three
#10 wood screws or equivalent.
Printer
Frame
Wall Mounting
Bracket

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4. Place the PIX-28 on the mounting bracket by sliding the top tabs into
the slots on each side of the case. Push the PIX-28 back and down
against the mounting bracket until the PIX-28 snaps into place. Be
careful not to pinch the power cord with the bracket. Installing the
cover will secure the PIX-28 to the mounting bracket.
Desktop Mounting
The PIX-28 should be placed on a level surface with adequate
ventilation.
Make a Test Print
1. Make sure that there is power to the PIX-28.
2. Insert a piece of paper or time card into the PIX-28. The clock will
automatically print YEAR, MONTH, DATE and TIME with AM or PM.
3. If the imprint is satisfactory, the PIX-28 is ready for use.
4. If you wish to change the time and/or print style on the PIX-28, enter
into Program Mode. The next page gives instructions on
programming the PIX-28 to fit your needs.
Ink Capacity Gauge
The LCD Display contains an Ink Capacity gauge. This gauge indicates
the amount of ink remaining in the ribbon cartridge using four bar
segments, from E (Empty) to F (Full).
The PIX-28 calculates the ink capacity of the ribbon cartridge from the
number of imprints made. As the ink capacity decreases, the bars in the
gauge will disappear. If the ribbon reaches below 25% capacity, the “E”,
“F” and “INK” characters will blink until the ink counter is reset.

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Chapter 3: Program Mode
Unlock and remove the cover. Locate the PROGRAM, CHANGE,
ENTER, HOUR, and MINUTE buttons on top of the clock.
The PROGRAM button is used to enter and exit the Program Mode. If a
program step is in the process of being changed when this button is
pushed, the new information will not be saved.
The CHANGE button is used to change the information on the display.
The ENTER button is used to accept the information shown on the
display and save it in memory or to enter a program mode.
The HOUR button is used to advance the hour in the display by
increments of 1.
The MINUTE button is used to advance the minutes in the display by
increments of 1.
The RESET button is located on the rear of the clock, underneath the
unit. Pressing this button will clear any jams or errors.

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Entering the Program Mode
1. To start the Program Mode, unlock and remove the cover.
2. Press and hold the PROGRAM button to access the Main
Programming Menu, which consists of the following items:
Code Menu Function
PI dA EYear, Month, and Date settings
P2 CIoc Clock settings
P3 dLS Daylight Saving Time Enable/Disable
P4 Prn Quick Print Setup Codes
P5 O hr Other Options Menu
3. When
dA EPI flashes in the display, release the
PROGRAM button.
Note: To exit the Program Mode at any time, press the Program button.
Date (Month, Day and Year) Setting
1. Enter the Program Mode. When dA EPI flashes in
the display, press the ENTER button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct year
appears, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the CHANGE button until the correct day
appears, then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the correct month
appears, then press the ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes the correct month, date
and year, press the ENTER button.
6. When the display flashes dA EPI , press the
CHANGE button to move to Clock Settings, or
press the PROGRAM button to exit the Program
Mode.

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Time (Clock) Setting
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button. When Cioc P2,flashes in the display, press
the ENTER button.
Note: Seconds are fixed at 00 and cannot be
changed. The seconds will start incrementing from
00 when the ENTER button is pressed.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct minute
appears, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the CHANGE button until the correct hour
and time of day appears, then press the ENTER
button.
4. When the display flashes the correct time, press
the ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes Cioc P2,press the
CHANGE button to move to the Daylight Saving
Time Setting or press the PROGRAM button to
exit the Program Mode.
Daylight Saving Time Disable/Enable
Note: When this setting is set to ON, the clock’s time will automatically
change for DST. When this setting is set to OFF, the clock’s time will
not change for DST. The dates to begin and end DST are set in the
Other Options Menu (See Page 13).
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button until dLS P3 flashes in the display. Press
the ENTER button.
2. Press the CHANGE button to alternate between
On and Off.
3. When the display flashes the correct setting,
press the ENTER button.
4. When the display flashes dLS P3,press the
CHANGE button to move to the Quick Set-Up
Code setting or press the PROGRAM button to
exit the Program Mode.

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Quick Set-Up Code
Note: If you do not wish to use one of the Quick Set-Up Code settings,
you may set an alternate style on the following page.
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button until Prn P4 flashes in the display. Press the
ENTER button.
2. The display will flash the current setting. Press the
CHANGE button to scroll through each of the
Quick Set-Up Code Settings.
Code Print Style
Pr-I Year, Month, Date, 12 Hr, 60th
Pr-2 Year, Month, Date, 24 Hr, 60th
Pr-3 Year, Month, Date, 24 Hr, 100th
Pr-4 Year, Month, Date, 24 Hr, 10th
Pr-5 Day, 24 Hr, 100th
Pr-6 2-Digit Year, Month, Date, 24Hr, 60th, Seconds
Pr-7 4-Digit Year, Month, Date, 24Hr, 60th, Seconds
Pr-8 Count, Month, Date, Year
Pr-9 Count, Date, Month, Year
Pr-0 Count, Date, Month, 24-Hr:60th
3. When the display flashes the correct setting, press
the ENTER button.
4. When the display flashes Prn P4, press the
CHANGE button to move to the Other Options
menu, or press the PROGRAM button to exit the
Program Mode.

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Other Options Menu
Note: If you do not wish to use one of the Quick Set-Up Code settings,
you may set an alternate style on the following page.
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button until 0 hr P5 flashes in the display. Press the
ENTER button.
2. The display will flash the first programming step in
the Other Options Menu. Press the CHANGE
button to advance through the menu selections.
Item Print Direction
Prn Print style using Symbol or Print Style Codes
LAn9 Language of the print out
Prdr Print Direction (left or right hand)
A Pr Disable/Enable/Configure Auto Print option
2Er 0 Disable/Enable Leading Zero in print out
bdL Daylight Saving Time Begin Date
EdL Daylight Saving Time End Date
DIA9 Diagnostics Menu
3. When the display flashes the correct selection,
press the ENTER button.
4. After programming the selection, press the
CHANGE button to return to the Other Options
menu or press the PROGRAM button to exit the
Program Mode.

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Print Style Using Symbol or Print Style Codes
Note: The following options are to be used if you do not wish to use one
of the Quick Set-Up Code settings on page 12.
Print Style Codes
Print Style Codes allow you to create an imprint based on a preset code
for each of the four digits in the display.
The codes and their meanings are as follows:
Digit 1 Digit 2 Digit 3 Digit 4*
0 0 = year, month, date 0 = Julian 0 = FILE
0 1 = 12Hr, 10ths 1 = day 1 = RCV'D
0 2 = 24Hr, 10ths 2 = date 2 = SENT
0 3 = 12Hr, 20ths 3 = month, date 3 = FAX'D
4 = count 4 = 24Hr, 20ths 4 = date, month 4 = VOID
5 = left side printing 5 = 12Hr, 60ths 5 = day, date 5 = PAID
6 = right side printing 6 = 24Hr, 60ths 6 = date, day 6 = CFM'D
0 7 = 12Hr, 100ths 7 = year, month, date 7 = APR'D
8 = seconds 8 = 24Hr, 100ths 8 = date, month, year 8 = CMPL'D
0 9 = 4 digit year 9 = month, date, year 9 = ORIGN
*Digit 4 becomes active when digit 2 = 0 and digit 3 = 7.
If you cannot locate the desired print style from the Quick Set-Up Code
list, refer to the instructions for programming the imprint using Symbol
Printing on page 15.

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To create an imprint using Print Codes:
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button until 0 hr P5 flashes in the display. Press the
ENTER button. When Prn P11 appears in the
display, press the ENTER button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until CodE Pr appears in
the display, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the CHANGE button until the desired
number appears in the fourth position. Press the
ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the desired
number appears in the third position. Press the
ENTER button.
5. Press the CHANGE button until the desired
number appears in the second position. Press the
ENTER button.
6. Press the CHANGE button until the desired
number appears in the first position. Press the
ENTER button.
7. When the display flashes all four correct numbers,
press the ENTER button.
8. When the display flashes Prn P11 , press the
CHANGE button to move to the Language Setting
or press the PROGRAM button to exit the Program
Mode.
Symbol Printing
Symbol Printing allows you to create a custom imprint using Symbol
Codes. Symbol Codes can be set in any order provided that the total
length of the imprint does not exceed 150 dots or 99% of the maximum
displacement (print length) of the print head. The print length of the print
head is 152 dots or 35 mm (1.4”).
To Create an Imprint Using Symbol Codes:
1. Enter the Program Mode and press the CHANGE
button until 0 hr P5 flashes in the display. Press the
ENTER button. When Prn P11 appears in the
display, press the ENTER button.

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2. When CodE Pr appears in the display, press the
CHANGE button.
3. When
SYbLP r appears in the display, press the
ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the character
symbol you want to print appears, then press the
ENTER button. The Symbol Codes are as follows:
Code Character Length
YEAr 2d 2-Digit Year 25 = 16.45%
nn on h Month 30 = 19.74%
dA E Date 20 = 13.16%
dAY Day 20 = 13.16%
JLAN Julian Date 30 = 19.74%
l0 h l2 12 Hr. and 10th/Hr. 49 = 32.24%
60 h l2 12 Hr. and 60th/Hr. 59 = 38.82%
100 h l2 12 Hr. and 100th/Hr. 59 = 38.82%
10 h 24 24 Hr. and 10th/Hr. 35 = 23.03%
60 h 24 24 Hr. and 60th/Hr. 45 = 29.61%
100 h 24 24 Hr. and 100th/Hr. 5 = 29.61%
SLSh Slash ( / ) 10 = 6.58%
dASh Dash ( - ) 07 = 4.61%
SPCE Space ( ) 03 = 1.97%
YEAr 4d 4-Digit Year 28 = 14.00%
bLoc Block (Q) delimiter
use between fields. 10 = 6.58%
SY-1 RCV’D 43 = 28.29%
SY-2 SENT 40 = 26.32%
SY -3 FAX’D 43 = 28.29%
SY-4 VOID 40 = 26.32%
SY-5 PAID 40 = 26.32%
SY-6 FM’D 43 = 28.29%
SY-7 APR’D 43 = 28.29%
SY-8 CMPL’D 53 = 34.87%
SY-9 ORIGN 50 = 32.89%
SY-0 FILE 40 = 26.32%
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