Amano TCX-22 User manual

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TCX-22
Electronic Time Clock
Operation Manual
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and improvements which may not be reflected in this document. Portions
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or firmware versión, if applicable.
We recommend that this document be read in its entirety before any
attempt is made to operate the equipment.

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Specifications
Power Requirements:
For Clock Input: AC16.5V, 60Hz, 0.6A (Max.)
AC100V ± 10%, 50/60HzFor AC Adapter:
AC120V ± 10%, 60Hz
AC230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
Battery: 12V Sealed Rechargeable Lead-Acid Battery
NP1.2-12 12V 1.2Ah
Ambient Temperature: -10°C to 45°C (14°F to 113°F)
Ambient Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Dimensions: 6 7/8” (175 mm) wide x 8 1/4” (210 mm) high x
6 1/4” (159 mm) deep
Weight: Approximately 5.9 Kg (13 lbs.)
Environment: Indoor use only; dust-free environment. Keep out
of direct sunlight.
External View
Print Button
Analog Clock
Print Window
LCD Display
Printer Platen
and Margin
Ad
j
ustment
Cover Lock

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Removing the Cover & Packing Material
1. Turn the key clockwise to unlock
the cover.
2. Lift the cover up, then pull
towards you to remove it.
3. Lift the printer block and
removethe spacer.
4. Remove the spacer between the
Ribbon Cartridge and the Printer
Carriage Tab.
5. Reinstall the cover of your unit.
Internal View
LCD Display
Program Buttons
Reset Button
Analog Clock
Ribbon Cartridge
Card Stopper
Card Stopper
Adjustment Screw
Printer Platen
Battery Compartment

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Power Options
The TCX-22 can be powered by either an AC Adapter or a 12 volt
Sealed Rechargeable battery. The Battery Power Switch on the base
enables you to turn the Battery Power ON or OFF. The battery is
equipped to maintain normal operations for 1 week and/or 5000 prints in
the event of an A/C power failure.
Installing the 12 Volt Battery
1. Remove the AC Adapter if equipped
and remove the cover.
2. Lay the unit down clock face up
3. Remove left battery bracket screws
4. Pull out the left battery bracket.
5. Carefully insert the battery with the
positive and negative clips facing
outwards and to the right.
6. Install the left battery bracket
7. Observing polarity, attach the “Red”
Positive female wire harness to the
“Red” (+) Positive male connector on the Battery.
8. Attach the “Black” Negative female harness wire to the “Black” (-)
Negative connector located on the battery.
9. Set the Battery Power to the “Connected” position.
Note: Recharge the battery at least every two weeks or every 5000
prints. The minimum charging time should be 12 hours and the switch
should be turned off when the unit is not in use.
Connecting the AC Adapter
1. Set the Battery Power Switch to the OFF position.
2. Verify that the AC outlet voltage falls in the range of 100-240 Volts
AC. Verify that the cord and plug are appropriate for your AC source.
3. Plug the connector end of the AC Adapter into the Power Connector
and the other end into a properly grounded 120 or 240 Volt outlet.

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Make a Test Print
1. Make sure that there is power to the TCX-22 (Refer to Page 3).
2. Insert a piece of paper or time card into the TCX-22. The clock will
automatically print YEAR, MONTH, DATE and TIME with AM or PM.
3. If the imprint is satisfactory, the TCX-22 is ready for use.
4. If you wish to change the time and/or print style on the TCX-22, enter
into Program Mode for various print styles. The next page gives
instructions on programming the TCX-22 to fit your needs.
Adjusting the Margin
1. Unlock and remove the
cover.
2. Locate the Card Stopper
Adjustment Screw on the
right side of the clock,
below the printer platen.
3. Position a piece of paper or
time card as desired.
4. Loosen the screw to move
the Card Stopper forward or
back. Tighten the screw as
needed. (See top
illustration.) The print
margin can be adjusted to a
maximum of 7/8” (22 mm).

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Illuminated Print Option
The TCX-22 is equipped with a feature that allows the print area to
illuminate. The switch is located on the back panel. When connected to
an AC adapter the unit will stay illuminated. When used with a battery, it
illuminates for about 20 minutes every time the LED switch is pressed.
Program Mode Guide
Unlock and remove the cover. Locate the PROGRAM,CHANGE and
ENTER buttons on top of the clock.
The PROGRAM button is used to enter and exit the Program Mode.
Press the PROGRAM button at any time to 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.
When you are reviewing the main programming menu, use the CHANGE
button to advance to the next programming step. When you are revising
a programming step, use the CHANGE button to change the blinking
information.
The ENTER button is used to accept the information shown on the
display and save it in memory.
The RESET button is located on the right side of the clock. Pressing this
button will clear any jams or errors.

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Entering the Program Mode
1. Unlock and remove the cover.
Menu Code Menu Function
P1 dA ESets the date
P2 Cloc
Sets the clock time
P3 dLS Disable/Enable Daylight Saving Time
P4 Prn Sets the print style using Quick Print Set-Up
Codes
P5 O hr Accesses Other Options Menu
2. Press and hold the PROGRAM button to access the
MainProgramming Menu. The Main Programming Menu consists of
the Following
3. When P1 dA Eflashes in the display, release the
PROGRAM button. To move to the next menu item,
press the CHANGE button.
Note: If no other button is pressed after five minutes, the clock will
return to the Normal Mode and the clock hands will reset.
Setting the Year, Month and Date
1. When the display flashes P1 dA E, 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 month
appears, then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the correct date
appears, then press the ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes the correct year, month and
date, press the ENTER button.
6. When the display flashes P1 dA E, press the CHANGE
button to move to Setting the Clock Time.

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Setting the Clock Time
Note: Use a 24 hour and 60 minute format when setting the time. For
example, 2:00 PM = 14:00.
1. When the display flashes P2 CLoc, press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct hour
appears, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the CHANGE button until the correct minute
appears, then press the ENTER button.
4. When the display flashes the correct time, press the
ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes P2 CLoc, press the
CHANGE button to move to the Daylight Saving
Time On/Off Setting.
Disabling/Enabling Daylight Saving Time (DST)
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 14).
1. When the display flashes P3 dLS , 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 P3 dLS , press the
CHANGE button to move to the Quick Set-Up Code
setting.

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The Quick Set-Up Code Setting
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. When the display flashes P4 Prn , 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 Print Direction
Pr-1 Day, 24Hr., 100th/Hr Right Side Print
Pr-2 Day, 12Hr., 60th/Hr. Right Side Print
Pr-3 Month, Date, 24Hr., 100th/Hr. Right Side Print
Pr-4 Month, Date, 12Hr., 60th/Hr. Right Side Print
Pr-5 2 Digit Year, Month, Date, 12Hr., 60th/Hr. Right Side Print
Pr-6 4 Digit Year, Month, Date, 12Hr., 60th/Hr. Right Side Print
Pr-7 4 Digit Year, Month, Date, 24Hr., 60th/Hr. Right Side Print
3. When the display flashes the correct setting, press
the ENTER button.
4. When the display flashes P4 Prn , press the
CHANGE button to move to the Other Options
menu.
Accessing the Other Options Menu
1. When the display flashes P5 Oh r, press the
ENTER button.
2. The display will flash the first programming step in
the Other Options sub-menu. Press the CHANGE
button to advance through the menu selections.
Menu Code Menu Function
I1 Prn Set Print Style using Sumbol or Print Style Codes
I2 LAn9
Sets the Language of the print out
IPrdr
Sets the Print Direction (left or right hand)
I4 APr Disable, enable, or configure the Auto print option
I5 2Er0
Diable/enable Leading Zero in print out
I6 bdL Set the date that Daylight Saving Time begins
I7 EdL Set the date that Daylight Saving Time ends
I8 dIA9
Accesses the Diagnostic Rountine

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Setting Up Alternate Print Styles
Note: If you do not wish to use one of the Quick Set-Up Code
settings, you may select from the Alternate Print Style sub-menu.
1. When the display flashes11 Prn , press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button to move from Code setting
to Symbol setting. If you select Code, you must enter
a Print Style Code from Table 1 on the next page.If
you select Symbol, you can “build” a custom Print
Style using Tables 2 and 3 on pages 10 and 11.
3. When the display flashes the correct setting, press the
ENTER button.
Selecting a Print Code
Note: Refer to Table 1 on the next page for Print Style Codes.
1. When the display flashes Pr COdE, press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the desired number
appears in the first position. Press the ENTER button.
3. Press the CHANGE button until the desired number
appears in the second 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 fourth position. Press the ENTER
button.
6. When the display flashes all four correct numbers,
press the ENTER button.
7. When the display flashes 11 Prn , press the CHANGE
button to move to the Language Setting.

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Table 1: Print style Codes for the Program Mode
Code Print Style Print Direction
6510 DAY, 12H, 60th Right Side Printing
6210 DAY, 24H, 10th Right Side Printing
6810 DAY, 24H, 100th Right Side Printing
6520 DATE, 12H, 60th Right Side Printing
6620 DATE, 24H, 60th Right Side Printing
6820 DATE, 24H, 100th Right Side Printing
6540 DATE, MONTH, 12H, 60th Right Side Printing
6640 DATE, MONTH, 24H, 60th Right Side Printing
6840 DATE, MONTH, 24H, 100th Right Side Printing
6680 DATE, MONTH, YEAR, 24H, 60th Right Side Printing
6071 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, RCV’D Right Side Printing
6072 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, SENT Right Side Printing
6073 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, FAX’D Right Side Printing
6074 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, VOID Right Side Printing
6075 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, PAID Right Side Printing
6076 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, CFM’D Right Side Printing
6077 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, APR’D Right Side Printing
6078 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, CMPL’D Right Side Printing
6079 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, ORIGN Right Side Printing
6070 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, FILE Right Side Printing
5510 DAY, 12H, 60th Left Side Printing
5210 DAY, 24H, 10th Left Side Printing
5810 DAY, 24H, 100th Left Side Printing
5520 DATE, 12H, 60th Left Side Printing
5620 DATE, 24H, 60th Left Side Printing
5820 DATE, 24H, 100th Left Side Printing
5540 DATE, MONTH, 12H, 60th Left Side Printing
5640 DATE, MONTH, 24H, 60th Left Side Printing
5840 DATE, MONTH, 24H, 100th Left Side Printing
5680 DATE, MONTH, YEAR, 24H, 60th Left Side Printing
5071 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, RCV’D Left Side P
r
inting
5072 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, SENT Left Side Printing
5073 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, FAX’D Left Side Printing
5074 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, VOID Left Side Printing
5075 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, PAID Left Side Printing
5076 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, CFM’D Left Side Printing
5077 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, APR’D Left Side Printing
5078 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, CMPL’D Left Side Printing
5079 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, ORIGN Left Side Printing
5070 YEAR, MONTH, DATE, FILE Left Side Printing
If you cannot locate the desired print style from the above list, refer to the
instructions on the next page for programming the print style using
symbols.

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Customizing a Print Style Using Character Symbols
Note: The maximum displacement (print length) of the print head is 152
dots or 35 mm (1.4”). When viewed on the LCD display, this value
becomes a percentage, where the maximum allowable value is 99%. To
determine if your desired symbol will print, add the lengths of each
character used from the table. The total should be less than 150 dots or
99%. Please refer to Tables 2 and 3 representing the print styles,
number of dots or line lengths.
1. When the display flashes Pr SYbL, press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the character symbol
you want to print appears, then press the ENTER
button.
3. A ➊symbol will appear in the display to designate the
first Symbol Code has been assigned.
4. Continue to assign codes until you have finished.
5. Press the CHANGE button until the En code flashes,
then press the ENTER button.
6. When the display flashes II Prn , press the CHANGE
button to move to the Language Setting.
Table 2: Custom Print Style Samples
Print Style Example Code to Enter Length
DAY,12Hr,60th/Hr FRI PM 1:45 dAY SPCE 1260 h82
DAY,24Hr,60th/Hr FRI 13:45
dAY SPCE 2460 h68
DAY,24Hr,10th/Hr FRI 13.7
dAY SPCE 2410 h58
DAY,24Hr,100th/Hr FRI 13.75
dAY SPCE 24100 h68
DATE,12Hr,60th/Hr 13 PM 1:45
dA E SPCE 1260 h82
DATE,24Hr,60th/Hr 13 13:45
dA E SPCE 2460 h68
DATE,24Hr,10th/Hr 13 13.7
dA E SPCE 2410 h58
DATE,24Hr,100th/Hr 13 13.75
dA E SPCE 24100 h68
MONTH,DATE,12Hr,60th/Hr APR13 PM 1:45 mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 1260 h115
MONTH,DATE,24Hr,60th/Hr APR13 13:45
mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 2460 h101
MONTH,DATE,24Hr,10th/Hr APR13 13.7
mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 2410 h91
MONTH,DATE,24Hr,100th/Hr APR13 13.75
mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 24100 h101
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,12Hr,60th/Hr 95 APR13 PM 1:45 YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 1260 h143
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,24Hr,60th/Hr 95 APR13 13:45 YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 2460 h129
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,24Hr,10th/Hr 95 APR13 13.7 YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 2410 h119
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,24Hr,100th/Hr 95 APR13 13.75 YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE 24100 h129
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,SYMBOL1 95 APR13 RCV’D YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE SY-1 127
YEAR,MONTH,DATE,SYMBOL2 95 APR13 SENT YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE SY-2 124
YEAR,MONTH, DATE,SYMBOL3 95 APR13 FAX’D YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE SY-3 127
YEAR,MONTH, DATE,SYMBOL4 95 APR13 PAID YEAr SPCE mon h SPCE dA E SPCE SY-4 124

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Table 3: Symbol Codes and Lengths
Code Character Length
2dYEAr 2 Digit Year 25=16.45%
nnonh Month 30=19.74%
dA EDate 20=13.16%
dAY Day 20=13.16%
JLAN Julian Date 30=19.74%
12 10 h12 Hr & 10th/Hr 49=32.24%
12 20 h12 Hr & 20th/Hr 59=38.82%
12 60 h12 Hr & 60th/Hr 59=38.82%
12 100 h12 Hr & 100th/Hr 59=38.82%
24 10 h24 Hr & 10th/Hr 35=23.03%
24 20 h24 Hr & 20th/Hr 45=29.61%
24 60 h24 Hr & 60th/Hr 45=29.61%
24 100 h24 Hr & 100th/Hr 5=29.61%
SLSh Slash ( / ) 10=6.58%
dASh Dash ( - ) 07=4.61%
SPCE Space ( ) 03=1.97%
4dYEAr 4 Digit Year 28=14.00%
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-6C 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-10 FILE 40=26.32%
En End of File -
Ad Add a Character -
dL Delete a Character -
Setting the Language
1. When the display flashes I2 LAn9, press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct language
appears, then press the ENTER button.
3. When the display flashes I2 LAn9, press the CHANGE
button to move to the Print Direction. Please refer to
the table below for Language selections.
English Spanish French Portuguese
LI En9 L2 SPn L3 Frn L4 P 9

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Setting the Print Direction
1. When the display flashes I3 Prndr, press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct direction
appears, r 9h for Right Side Printing, or LEF for Left
Side Printing, then press the ENTER button.
3. When the display flashes I3 Prndr, press the CHANGE
button to move to the Auto Print Setting.
Setting the Auto Print
1. When the display flashes I4 APr , press the ENTER
button.
2. Press the CHANGE button until the correct printing
mode appears, then press the ENTER button.
Auto Print (on P:): Will automatically print a single
print when media is inserted.
Manual Print (OFF): Requires you to use the PRINT
buttonwhen printing.
Precision Print (on P:5): Enables you to print multiple
or consecutive prints when holding down the PRINT
button.
3. When the display flashes I4 APr , press the CHANGE
button to move to the Leading Zero Setting.
Setting the Leading Zero On or Off
Note: The Leading Zero appears on the print out before single digit times
and dates (For example DEC. 06, 08:00)
1. When the display flashes I5 2ErO, press the ENTER
button.
2. When the display flashes OFF or on, press the
CHANGE button to toggle between off and on. Press
the ENTER button to select.
3. When the display flashes I5 2ErO, press the CHANGE
button to move to the Begin Daylight Saving Time
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Begin Daylight Saving Time
Note: DST is enabled and disabled in the Main Programming Menu. This
function defines the start date of DST. You only need to program it once.
Once set, it will automatically adjust year after year.
1. When the display flashes I6 bdL , 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 month
appears, then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the correct date
appears, then press the ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes the correct year, month
and date, press the ENTER button.
6. When the display flashes I6 bdL , press the CHANGE
button to move to the End Daylight Saving Time
Setting.
End Daylight Saving Time
Note: DST is enabled and disabled in the Main Programming Menu. This
function defines the end date of DST. You only need to program it once.
Once set, it will automatically adjust year after year.
1. When the display flashes17 EdL , 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 month
appears, then press the ENTER button.
4. Press the CHANGE button until the correct date
appears, then press the ENTER button.
5. When the display flashes the correct year, month
and date, press the ENTER button.
6. When the display flashes17 EdL , press the CHANGE
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The Diagnostic Routine
The Diagnostic Routine checks the LCD segments, the number of prints,
and clears the memory (Print Style, Language, Leading Zero Suppress,
Clock and Calendar, Right/Left Print and Daylight Saving Time features).
1. When the display flashes I8 dlA9, press the ENTER
button. The Diagnostic Routine consists of the
following:
Menu Code Menu Function
d1 LCd Tests the segments of the LCD
d2 NPr Displays total number of print outs
d3 Clr
Clears memory and restores default settings
2. When the display flashes dl LCd (LCD segments
check), press the ENTER button.
3. When all of the LCD segments are turned on,
press the ENTER button to advance to the next
step.
4. When the display flashes d2 nPr (total number of
prints), press the ENTER button.
5. The number of prints counted will be displayed.
Press the ENTER, then CHANGE button to
advance to the next step.
6. When the display flashes d3 CLr (memory clear),
press the ENTER button.
7. To clear the memory and reset the defaults, press
the CHANGE button until the 3 appears, then
press the ENTER button. Press the CHANGE
button until the 2 appears, then press the ENTER
button.
8. When the display flashes 32, press the ENTER
button.
Exit Program Mode
Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the display shows the current
date. The clock hands will reset to the current time.

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Replacing the Ribbon
To Remove:
1. Remove the cover.
2. Pull the two white release
tabs upward and remove the
ribbon cassette.
To Insert:
1. If the print mechanism is down and a piece of paper cannot be
inserted, press the RESET button to move the carriage up. This will
make the ribbon installation easier.
2. Insert the ribbon cassette. Be sure to mount the ribbon between
the printer head and ribbon guide as arrows illustrate.
3. Turn the knob on the cassette clockwise one turn to take up any
slack in the ribbon.
4. Replace the cover and check the print quality to confirm that you
have installed the ribbon correctly.
Error Messages
Error Code Cause
E1 Pr Home sensor, motor carriage stuck
E2 Pr Time sensor, carriage stuck
E3 Pr Home sensor
E4 Pr Carriage stuck
Er General print error
dL Daylight Saving Time Program
For error messages E1 through E4, turn off the power before checking to
see that the carriage is not stuck or jammed. Also, check to see that the
ribbon cables are in good condition. After clearing any jams, restore the
power and press the RESET button. Contact your Amano Cincinnati
representative for assistance.
The dL error message signifies that an attempt was made to get into the
Program mode during the Daylight Saving changeover one-hour lockout.
Wait one hour and you will be able to program the clock.