Amano PIX-75 Operating instructions

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PIX-75
Atomic Time Clock
Installation and Operation Guide

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Proprietary Notice
This document contains proprietary information and such information may not be
reproduced in whole or part without the written permission from Amano Cincinnati,
Inc. 140 Harrison Ave., Roseland, New Jersey 07068.
Amano Cincinnati, Inc. reserves the right to make equipment changes and
improvements, which may not be reflected in this document. Portions of this
document may have been updated to include the latest hardware or firmware
version, if applicable.
To ensure safe use of this time recorder/stamp, be sure to thoroughly read this
manual in its entirety before any attempt is made to operate the equipment. After
you have finished reading this manual, be sure to store it in a safe place for future
reference.
Thank You….
For purchasing another fine product from Amano Cincinnati, Inc.
For Safe and proper operation, please carefully read the
manual before using the time clock and save it for reference.
Warranty Notice
Any claim for warranty, express or implied, due to the clocks failure to properly
receive the radio signal because of interference, whatever may be the source of this
interference, are hereby expressly excluded.
The PIX-75 has the atomic clock (radio-controlled clock) feature which displays the
current time precisely by automatically receiving time code signals on long wave
radio from the transmitting station. The unit receives the time code signal via its
built-in antenna system.
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. 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 radiate 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.
Why PIX-75
The PIX-75 Atomic Time Clock recognizes and responds to your American English
voice commands. Set the time, Daylight Saving, Print Direction, Print Language,
Print Method, Atomic Clock, Display Format and even select a Print Format using
only your voice. Say “Hello Clock” and the clock responds Welcome, to the
Amano time clock, what would you like to change? Then simply speak your
command, for example “Time” to set the time and the PIX-75 will respond
appropriately.

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Table of Contents
GUIDELINES FOR SAFE OPERATION….............................................................5
Chapter 1 - Quick-Start Instructions...............................................................7
Step 1 – Remove the Cover & Packing Material ................................................7
Step 2 - Setting the Time..............................................................................8
Step 3 - Changing the Print Format (P4) .........................................................9
Voice Programming.................................................................................... 10
Voice Commands....................................................................................... 11
Voice Programming Print Format Example..................................................... 12
Voice Programming Hints............................................................................ 12
Button Programming.................................................................................. 14
Setting the Time (P1)................................................................................. 14
Setting the Date [Month/Date/Year](P2) ....................................................... 14
Enabling or Disabling Daylight Saving Time (P3) ............................................ 15
Enabling/Disabling Auto Print (P508) ............................................................ 16
Wall Mounting (Optional) ............................................................................ 17
Chapter 2 – Operation..................................................................................1
PIX-75 Views ..............................................................................................1
PIX-75 View Description ...............................................................................2
Auxiliary Display..........................................................................................3
Advanced Button Programming......................................................................4
Setting Custom Print (Symbol Printing) (P501).................................................4
Set Print Year Format (P502).........................................................................9
Set Print Hours Format (P503).......................................................................9
Set Print Minutes Format (P504) .................................................................. 10
Set Print Leading Zero (P505)...................................................................... 12
Set Print Language (P506) .......................................................................... 12
Set Print Direction (P507) ........................................................................... 14
Set Paper Detection (P509) ......................................................................... 14
Changing Begin Date for Daylight Saving Time (P510)..................................... 15
Changing End Date for Daylight Saving Time (P511)....................................... 16
Set Time Zone (P513) ................................................................................ 18
Set Display Hour Format (P514)................................................................... 18
Set Display Contrast (P515) ........................................................................ 19
Set LCD Backlight (P516)............................................................................ 19
Set Auxiliary Display (P517) ........................................................................ 20
Set Clock Voice Mode (P518) ....................................................................... 21
Set Clock Voice Volume (P519) .................................................................... 21
Acceptable Print Media ............................................................................... 22
Adjusting the Print Margin........................................................................... 23
Atomic Clock Feature (Not available in HI and AK).......................................... 23

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Enable/Disable Atomic Clock Feature (P5 12) ................................................ 24
Ribbon Cartridge Replacement..................................................................... 25
Parts........................................................................................................ 26
Error Messages.......................................................................................... 27
PIX-75 Support ......................................................................................... 29
PIX-75 Cleaning ........................................................................................ 30
Resetting Clock After Extended Loss of Power................................................ 30
PIX-75 Power Modes .................................................................................. 30
PIX-75 Time Display Modes......................................................................... 30
Wall Mounting Template ............................................................................. 31
PIX-75 Programable Features Summary........................................................ 31
Warranty Notice ........................................................................................ 33
Warranty Information................................................................................. 34
Specifications............................................................................................ 35
Cover Removal
Note – See www.amano.com/tkb for videos and/or the latest
information about the PIX-75, etc. The printed time format can
be different than display format!!
During the programming modes the clock will not have all features
available to the user. To exit programming (Setup) mode simply put
on the clock cover.

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GUIDELINES FOR SAFE OPERATION…..
To ensure safe operation, please carefully read the following warnings and cautions prior to using the
PIX-75 Electronic time recorder/stamp.
Warning
Do not disassemble the unit. There is a high voltage present inside, possibly leading to an
electric shock.
Do not modify the unit. Modifications may cause a fire and/or electric shock.
If any anomaly occurs, for example, heat or smoke is generated or an odor is emitted,
unplug the unit immediately and contact your dealer for servicing. There is a danger that
further use may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not use any voltage of the power source other than designated.
Do not share a single outlet with another plug. These may lead to fire or shock hazards.
Do not damage, break, or modify the power cord. Do not put a heavy object on, pull, or
forcefully bend the cord, either. These may damage the cord, possibly resulting in a fire or
electric shock.
If foreign matter should get in the unit (including a piece of metal, water, or liquid),
disconnect the plug from the outlet immediately and contact your dealer for servicing.
There is a danger that further use may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not plug or unplug the unit with a wet hand. You may get an electric shock.
Caution
Do not place the unit on an uneven or tilted surface. This may result in injuries due to the
unit dropping or falling off.
Do not put a water-filled container or a metal object on top of the unit. If water is spilled or
the metallic object slips inside, a fire or shock hazard may occur.
Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty environment. It may cause a fire or electric
shock.
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Do not place the unit near kitchen counter or humidifier. Oil, smoke, or steam generating
from them may cause fire or shock hazards.
Do not yank the power cord to disconnect from the outlet. Hold the plug with your hand to
do so, or the cord may be damaged, possibly leading to a fire or electric shock.
Remove the line cord plug from the outlet before transferring the unit, or it may damage
the cord, possibly leading to a fire or electric shock.
Be careful not to contact the print head, as you may get hurt or burned.
Make sure to insert the power plug as far as it will go. Improper insertion of the plug may
develop fire or shock hazards.
Do not insert or drop any other time card than specified into the slot. Such misuse may
cause a fire or electric shock.
If the unit should be dropped or the case is broken, unplug the unit and contact your dealer
for servicing. Further use may lead to a fire or shock hazard.
Relation to the Health and the Environment
The plastic currently used for the outer enclosure of this apparatus does not contain the halogen
substance.

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Chapter 1 - Quick-Start Instructions
Step 1 – Remove the Cover & Packing Material
1. Insert the key provided into the keyhole on top of the clock, turn
clockwise ¼ turn to unlock the cover and lift the cover to remove (see
Figure on previous page).
2. Remove the cardboard
spacer located above
the ribbon cartridge by
pulling straight out
(see right-hand
Figure).
3. Lift up the printer
carriage by placing
your fingers under the
metal motor on the
left-hand side and
remove the foam
spacer (white) located
under the print head
(see right-hand
Figures). Release the
printer carriage.
4. After removing the
foam spacer with the
cover off plug in the
clock!
5. The clock will announce “Voice mode enabled” and display
Setup (see right-hand Figure) on the bottom line.
Note –Should the clock not power up, verify that the AC Adapter is
plugged into the rear of the clock. See Figure 2 on page 1-11 and
Figure 8 on page 2-30 for AC Adapter plug-in location.

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Step 2 - Setting the Time
Using this method does not zero the seconds as the seconds continue to roll
during setting the hours and/or minutes.
1. Press the HOUR button to advance hour by increments of one (1) until
the correct hour appears.
2. Press the MINUTE button to advance minutes by increments of one (1)
until the correct minute appears.
Figure 1: Programming Button Locations.
3. The default print format is Format-1 (YEAR, MONTH, DATE and TIME with
AM or PM).
If this format is acceptable replace the cover and the clock is ready for
use. If you need to change the print format proceed to Step 3 on the next
page.
Note – If your PIX-75 is located in an area that cannot receive the
Atomic time signal, DO NOT be concerned. The PIX-75 will
accurately keep the time using its Quartz mechanism (plus or
minus three seconds per week).
When you first receive the clock, it may be necessary to adjust the
time so the test printout may not show the accurate time.
However, under normal conditions upon power up, the PIX-75 will
automatically search for and synchronize with the atomic time
signal.

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Step 3 - Changing the Print Format (P4)
1. With the cover removed, press the PROGRAM button to begin button
program mode and P1 TIME will appear.
2. Press the +button to change the current programming mode
until the display shows P4 PRint FORMAT.
3. Press the ENTER button once and the clock will flash the
current print format. The default setting = FORMAT-1.
4. Press the + or – button to increase or decrease the print format value to
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6. See the following for examples of Print Format:
5. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current value.
6. Replace the cover for normal operation.
There are six (6) print formats pre-configured to select [Format 1 thru
Format 6]. Each print format has its own pre-configured print content. See
the previous illustration or the following:
Format 1 [default]
2 Digit Year Space Month Space Date Space 12 Hour 60th Minutes
Format 2
2 Digit Year Space Month Space Date Space 24 Hour 60th Minutes

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Format 3
2 Digit Year Space Month Space Date Space 24 Hour 100th Minutes
Format 4
2 Digit Year Space Month Space Date Space 24 Hour 10th Minutes
Format 5
Day Space 24 Hour 100hMinutes
Format 6
2 Digit Year Space Month Space Date Space 24 Hour 60th
Minutes Seconds
Note – when the print format is changed, the following settings are
overridden:
•The custom symbol printing is overridden by the selected format.
•There will only be one line printed for the selected format.
•The “Print Year”, “Print Minute”, and “Print Hour” settings will be
overridden by the selected pre-defined print format. However,
these settings can be changed after selecting the pre-defined print
format.
Should you want to change anything else, the clock can now be
programmed using voice commands (see next page) or through the
program buttons (see starting page 1-8 and page 2-4).
Voice Programming
1. Unlock and remove the cover to activate the programming mode and the
clock will announce, “Voice mode enabled”.
2. Say “Hello Clock” to begin voice programming
the clock. The clock will respond by saying
“Welcome, to the Amano time clock, what
would you like to change?” and the clock
will BEEP.
You must wait for the BEEP
before saying command!!
Only valid commands will be accepted by the clock.
3. Voice commands can be entered in any order. See voice commands on
the following page.
“Welcome…,
what would you
like to change?”
followed by a
BEEP.
“Hello
Clock”

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Voice Commands
MUST wait for the BEEP before saying commands!
At any time say “EXIT”, or replace the cover to stop voice
programming.

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Voice Programming Print Format Example
The following table lists the typical pattern of announcement messages that
the clock might play for changing print format.
Voice Message Prompt Reason
“Welcome to the Amano time Clock”
“What would you like to change?” To greet the user and prompt for command.
The User says “Print Format” Request the clock to change
the print format.
“The current print format is” followed
by “Please tell me the new print
format” followed by a BEEP.
To announce the current print
format, request the new print
format and prompt with BEEP.
The User says “Format Three” Request the clock to set the
print format = Format 3.
“The new print format is format
three” followed by
“What would you like to change?”
To announce the new print
format set by the user and
inquire for the next possible
change.
The User says “Exit” Request the clock to quit the
voice programming mode.
“Good Bye” To acknowledge exit.
During a typical voice command, the clock might say;
•“Sorry, Command not recognized” To inform the user that it could not
understand the command so the user can repeat the command again.
•“Sorry, data not recognized” To inform the user that it could not
understand the verbal value from the user for the current setting so the
user can repeat the value again.
Voice Programming Hints
•Wait for the clock to complete any voice prompt question followed by a
BEEP before speaking a command.
•Speak as clearly as possible towards the clock within 3 – 4 seconds after
the clock announcement, “Please tell me the new……” followed by a
BEEP.
•Say the entire voice command. Do not use partial commands. For
example, say “Print Language”, not just “Language” or “Print”. See
chart for list of valid commands on page 1-5.
•Complete the voice command within the 3- 4 seconds after a clock
announcement. Failure to do so may result in the clock failing to
recognize the command.

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•If the clock fails to recognize the time requested, it will cancel the time
command after 3 attempts and ask you “What would you like to
change?”
•If the clock fails to recognize the command and/or data the following
announcements may occur;
“Sorry, command not recognized”
“Sorry, data not recognized”
“Invalid data”
If this occurs, wait for the announcement to complete and simply speak
the desired command again.
•Say “Cancel” to exit the current voice request.
•Say “Exit” to quit voice programming and the clock will acknowledge by
saying “Good Bye”. Must say
“Hello Clock” to return back to voice programming.
•To set some parameters such as Date [Month/Date/Year] you must use
the buttons on top of the clock for button programming mode. See
appropriate following section.
Sequence for Time Entry with Voice Commands
1. Say “Time” to enter into the set time mode.
2. The clock will announce, “Current time is……” followed by, “Please tell
me the new time” followed by a BEEP.
3. After the BEEP, say the desired time, i.e., “Two Twenty PM” to set the
current time as 2:20 PM. The user must end the sentence with “AM” or
“PM” to complete time entry. When entering a time for the top of the
hour you must say the hour followed by o’clock. For example, for 7:00
AM, please say, “seven o’clock AM”. In another example, for 10:02 PM,
please say “ten o’ two PM”.
Upon acceptance of the voice entry, the clock will announce “New time
is……”
Note – If the clock does not accept the new setting, it will
announce an error message and keep asking the user every 3 - 4
seconds to speak the new value until the new value is accepted.
During voice program mode the buttons on top of the clock
will be ignored.
4. Say “Exit” to quit all voice programming or say new voice command (see
chart on page 1-5). When quitting voice programming the clock will
respond by announcing, “Goodbye”.

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Button Programming
The following paragraphs must be performed with the clock cover removed
and the voice mode off.
Setting the Time (P1)
Using this way to set time will set the seconds to zero, and the seconds will
not start until you press the ENTER button to return to P1 TIME on the
display (see step 6).
1. With the cover removed, press the PROGRAM button and
P1 TIME will appear and the voice mode will be
disabled.
2. Press the ENTER button and the hours will start flashing.
3. Press the +or –button to increase or decrease the hours to the desired
value.
4. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current hours and go to the
minutes setup mode and the minutes will start flashing.
5. Press the +or –button to increase or decrease the minutes. The seconds
will automatically start at zero when entering minutes.
6. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current minutes, complete
the set time mode, and go back to the previous menu.
7. Replace the cover for normal operation.
Note – During button programming the time will always be set
depending on the mode the display is currently set in [either 12-
hour or 24-hour].
During voice programming the time will always be set in the 12-
hour format despite what mode the display format is set in.
Setting the Date [Month/Date/Year](P2)
1. With the cover removed, press the PROGRAM button to begin button
program mode and P1 TIME will appear.
2. Press the +button to change the current programming mode until the
display shows P2 DATE.
3. Press the ENTER button once and the clock will display the
current date on the 2nd line (see right-hand Figure). The
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increase or decrease the month value.
4. When the desired month is reached, press the ENTER button once to
accept the current month and go to the date setup mode.
5. The date of the month will start flashing. Press the +or –button to
increase or decrease the date to the desired value.
6. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current displayed date of the
month and go to the year setup mode.
7. The year will start flashing. Press the +or –button to increase or
decrease the year to the desired value.
8. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current displayed year and
complete the set date mode and return to the previous menu.
9. Replace the cover for normal operation.
Enabling or Disabling Daylight Saving Time (P3)
Note – when this setting is set to ENABLED, the clock’s time will
automatically change for Daylight Saving. When this setting is set to
DISABLED, the clock’s time will not change for Daylight Saving.
1. With the cover removed, press the PROGRAM button to begin button
program mode and P1 TIME will appear.
2. Press the +button to change the current programming
mode until the display shows P3 Daylight
saving.[The second line will scroll].
3. Press the ENTER button and the clock will begin flashing
the current Daylight Saving setting.
4. Press the + or – button to change the Daylight Saving setting to the
desired value of Enabled or Disabled. The default setting =
Enabled [ON].
5. Press the ENTER button to set [save] the current value and go back to
the previous menu.
6. Replace the cover for normal operation.

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Enabling/Disabling Auto Print (P508)
1. With the cover removed, press the PROGRAM button to begin button
program mode and P1 TIME will appear.
2. Press the +or –button to change the current programming mode until
the display shows P5 others.
3. Press the ENTER button once and the clock will display the submenu for
other settings such as P501.
4. Press the + or – button until the display shows P508
Print method. [The second line will scroll]
5. Press the ENTER button once and the clock will start
flashing the current print method format. The default
setting = AUTO. The mode choices are:
Mode Description
Auto Will automatically print a single print when media is
inserted.
Manual Requires you to use the PRINT button when printing.
Combination Requires you to insert media to trigger and press the
PRINT button.
Caution – when the clock is in the manual print mode print media
should be inserted in the clock before the print button is pressed to
protect the print head.
6. Press the + or – button to change the value.
7. Press the ENTER button once to accept the current displayed value and
go back to the previous menu.
8. Replace the cover for normal operation.
Note – when the clock is in the manual or combination print mode,
the print buttons (+and –buttons –see Figure 1 on page 1-2) are
enabled when the cover is on. Pressing either of these buttons will
cause the clock to print. When 2 print lines are configured, pressing
the +button will print line 2, while pressing the Minus (-) button will
print line 1.

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Wall Mounting (Optional)
Avoid the following:
1. Using the supplied mounting template (see last page of this guide), mark
the two (2) mounting slots on the wall. A 3rd mounting slot can be used to
provide security (see Figure 2).
2. Verify that the cable for AC Power Adapter is plugged into the back of the
PIX-75 before hanging on the wall.
3. Hang the PIX-75 on the wall level using #10 wood screws [not included]
or equivalent in the two mounting slots without removing the cover.
4. If security is an issue for removing the PIX-75 from the wall, remove the
cover, and use the upper mounting slot (see Figure 2 and Figure 8 on
page 2-30) to firmly secure the back of the PIX-75 to the wall. Secure to
the wall using #10 wood screw (or equivalent).
5. Replace the cover for normal operation.

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Figure 2: PIX-75 Rear View for Wall Mounting.
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Chapter 2 – Operation
PIX-75 Views
Figure 3: External View.
Figure 4: Internal View.

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PIX-75 View Description
Internal View
The 7 function buttons are used to navigate through the Setup Mode to
change the clock’s settings.
•The PROGRAM button is used to enter/exit the Program Mode and exit any
sub-program menu.
•The +and - buttons are used to change the information on the display
through programmable areas and possible inputs. By pressing and
releasing these buttons, the selectable option will be displayed or the
number values will be increased or decreased by 1. These buttons (see
illustration on previous page) can be pressed and held for 3 seconds or
greater for faster change.
•The ENTER button is used to accept the information shown on the display
and save it in memory.
•The + HOUR button advances the hour in the display by increments of 1.
•The + MINUTE button advances the minutes in the display by increments
of 1.
•The RESET button will restart the clock with no change to user settings,
time, and ink capacity.
LCD Display View
The LCD display contains an INK indicator. The PIX-75 calculates the ink
capacity of the ribbon cartridge from the number of imprints made. As the
ink capacity decreases, the amount of ink in the drop [indicator] will
disappear. This shows the amount of ink remaining in the ribbon cartridge
using 3 drop segments, from = empty, to = half-full, to = full.
The empty indicator will flash when the print counter reaches a VERY
LOW level. The drop indicator and “INK” segment will continue to blink until
the print counter is reset.
Need Ribbons, Keys and Accessories?
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Or call 1-800-253-9836
Note – Reset the INK indicator by pressing the ENTER button and
holding for three (3) seconds only in the “Setup Mode” [must see
SETUP in display] and the PIX-75 will display the message
“INK RESET” to confirm. Whenever the cover is removed you
are automatically in the “Setup Mode”.