Pitney Bowes Connect+ 1000 Manual

Connect+® Series
Connect+® 1000, Connect+® 2000,
Connect+® 3000
Operator Guide
US English Edition
SV62250 Rev. G
December 13, 2012
Contact your local dealer:
16 Luzerne Avenue, Suite 145 West Pittston, Pa. 18643
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SV62250 Rev. G December 2012
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ditions. These messages are as follows:
WARNING! Alerts you to conditions or practices that could cause serious injury.
CAUTION: Alerts you to conditions or practices that could cause damage to the equipment or to the
material being run.
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instructions are not followed exactly.
NOTE: Provides a comment or explanation of the associated topic.

Table of Contents
1 ● Getting Started 1
2 ● Creating and Managing Jobs 26
3 ● Running Mail 41
4 ● Accounting 102
5 ● Reports 138
6 ● Adding Postage 143
7 ● Rates and Updates 152
8 ● System Setup 157
9 ● Maintenance 179
10 ● Troubleshooting 208
A ● Glossary 225

1 ● Getting Started
What Does This Machine Do? 2
The Home Screen 2
Parts of the Mailing System 3
Your System's Specifications 16
Safety Information 19
Postal Security Device 22
WEIGH-ON-THE-WAY® (W-O-W®)/Shape Based Rating 23
USPS Requirements 23

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What Does This Machine Do?
The Connect+® Series is a digital envelope and mail printing system that allows you to
create custom designed content from a PC and download that content directly into a graph-
ics library stored on the Connect+™ for use on mail runs. You can now design an outer
envelope with content that reinforces the internal message. You can add marketing, adver-
tising, and other promotional messages to your mail pieces.
The Connect+® Series provides a unique and easy-to-use touch screen interface where you
can access all of your applications from the home screen. Each application appears on the
Home screen as a button. Simply tap on the button to run the applications. Use the full
access web applications Verify Address, Track a Package, and My Account to increase you
mailing efficiencies.
The system also provides a full range of mail system functions including:
lPrinting postage on envelopes
lPrinting postage on tapes (labels)
lSealing envelopes
lCalculating postage based on item weight and size and class of mail.
The Home Screen
The Home screen is the first screen displayed when you log onto the system. It contains all
of the application buttons you need to start any of the system applications including Run
Mail, Jobs, Funds, Manage Accounts, Reports, Rates & Updates, and Settings.
The Message Center
The Message Center at the bottom of the Home screen allows Pitney Bowes to com-
municate directly with you. This area is routinely updated and provides:
lAccess to savings opportunities and special offers.
lSoftware and rate update notifications.
lKey USPS® information that may impact your operation (for example, Rate Change).
lTips on improving mail center efficiency.
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lNotification of planned service interruptions.
The Message Center icon will appear in the header bar along the top of the screen
if you are working in one of the system applications when a new message becomes
available. You can return to the Home screen at any time to view the new message.
Additional Resources
The Home screen also provides buttons for direct links to web sites providing additional
resources and support for your mailing operation:
lVerify Address - Enter any delivery address to verify accurate Postal data, including spell-
ing or accurate ZIPCodes. Provide reason codes for non-matches. Print shipping labels
in standard USPS 4”x 6” format on bottom half of 8.5” x 11” sheet.
lMy Account - Provides unlimited access to My Account at PB.com. You can place a serv-
ice call, access USPS tracking and value added services, check order status (product or
service call), access service chat, and access supplies chat within the PB Store.
lDiscount and Presort Services - Activating Presort Savings account gets you up to 15%
of postage discount on qualifying mail, free pickup of eligible mail, delivery point Val-
idation and Move Update processing.
lBuy Supplies - Provides direct access to the PB Supply Line where you can purchase
envelopes and paper, ink and toner, office products, and supplies for your Connect+®
Series Series systems.
lTrack a Package - Track your USPS, UPS, FedEx or DHL/Airborne packages. Print
status directly. View map and detailed information for each carrier as information is avail-
able.
lPostal Tools - Learn about postal classes and services like USPS Package and Priority
rates.
Parts of the Mailing System
For important safety information, refer to Safety Information.
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Touchscreen
The touchscreen allows you to communicate with the mailing system and the
built-in postage meter (Postal Security Device).
Your system comes equipped with a 10.2" touchscreen. An optional 15"
touchscreen is also available.
Stylus
A stylus is a pen-like tool used to make selections from a touchscreen dis-
play. The stylus may be preferred by some users over “finger touch”.
The display stylus is standard with all Connect+® Series systems. It attaches
to either side of the display and sits neatly in a tube holder.
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Feeder
The feeder area consists of the feeder deck, side guide and thickness adjust-
ment knob.
Feed Deck
The feed deck is the area where you load the envelopes.
If you have a Connect+® 2000 or Connect+® 3000 system, this feeds the
envelopes to the WEIGH-ON-THE-WAY® (W-O-W®) transport deck.
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Side Guide
The moveable guide at the front of the feed deck is used to stabilize the
envelope position when feeding it.
NOTE: The side guide is optional feature on Connect+® 3000 systems.
Power Button
Turns the mailing system on and off. This is located on the lower left side of
the feed deck.
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Envelope Sealant Bottle
The envelope sealant bottle contains the E-Z Seal® solution used for moist-
ening envelopes. It is located under the main cover, on the left.
Tape
The system uses tape to print reports and postage indicia for packages or
pieces of mail that are outside the limits specified for mailing materials. Con-
nect+® 1000and Connect+® 2000 systems use adhesive tape only. Con-
nect+® 3000 systems can use either adhesive or gummed tape.
The tape is located under the supplies cover, on the right.
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Attached Scale
If your mailing system has WEIGH-ON-THE-WAY® (W-O-W®) (Connect+®
2000, Connect+® 3000), the attached scale is used to weigh mail pieces that
do not fit through the mailing system.
If your mailing system does not have WEIGH-ON-THE-WAY® (W-O-W®)
(Connect+® 1000), the attached scale is used to weigh all mail pieces,
regardless of whether they fit through the machine or not.
The attached scale is behind the supplies cover and to the right of the
PSDcover.
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Moistener Pad Assembly
The moistener pad assembly moistens the flaps on the envelope.
NOTE: The moistener pad assembly is located beneath the moistener deck
on Connect+® 3000 systems. To access it, lift the top release lever and
then use the blue notch to pull on and open the moistener deck.
Connect+® 1000 and Connect+® 2000 Systems
Connect+® 3000 Systems
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Thickness Adjustment Knob
The thickness adjustment knob is located beneath the feeder cover. Turn
this knob to adjust for the thickness of the envelopes.
To set, turn the knob until the arrow on the knob lines up with the arrow to the
right as shown below. The arrow on the knob snaps into position.
Connect+® 1000 and Connect+® 2000 Systems
lSetting 1: Use this setting for postcards mail
pieces that are 0.007 inches (0.18 mm) to
0.375 inches (9.52 mm) thick.
lSetting 2: Use this setting for mail pieces that
are greater than 0.375 inches (9.52 mm) to the
maximum of 0.625 inches (15.9 mm) thick.
Connect+® 3000 Systems
lSetting 1: Use this setting for postcards and
mail pieces that are less than 0.25 inches
(6.35 mm) thick.
lSetting 2: Use this setting for mail pieces
that are greater than or equal 0.25 inches
(6.35 mm) thick, but less than 0.50 inches
(12.7 mm) thick.
lSetting 3: Use this setting for mail pieces
that are greater than or equal to 0.50
inches (12.7 mm) thick, but less than 0.625
inches (15.9 mm) thick.
lSetting 4: Use this setting for mail pieces that are greater than or equal to
0.50 inches (12.7 mm) thick, but less than 0.625 inches (15.9 mm) thick.
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Printer
The main components of the printer module are the ink cartridges, print
heads and waste ink tray.
Ink Cartridges
The ink cartridges contain the ink used to print the postal indicia, as well as
any additional items (graphic ad, text message, return address, etc.) you
want to appear on your mail piece.
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Print Heads
The print heads produce the postage indicia.
Waste Ink Tray
Ink is deposited in the waste ink tray during the print head cleaning process.
The system will alert you when the waste tray is nearing full capacity.
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Stacker
This is where mail is deposited after the postage is applied to the piece of
mail. It is located on the right side of the system. The drop stacker shown
here is available with every mailing system.
An optional power stacker is also available.
Tape Sealant Bottle
The tape sealant bottle is an optional feature for Connect+® 3000 systems. It
contains the E-Z Seal® solution used for moistening gummed tape.
The tape sealant bottle is located to the right of the printer module, behind
the stacker.
Wet/Dry Tape Lever
The wet/dry tape lever is an optional feature for Connect+® 3000 systems.
Use this lever to set the type of tape you are using on your system.
The wet/dry tape lever is located to the right of the printer module, behind the
stacker.
Push the lever to the right for dry tapes or pressure-sensitive tapes.
Push the lever to the left for wetting gummed tapes.
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Postal Security Device
The PSD contains the funds and performs all of the calculations necessary
to print postage indicia that comply with the latest USPS standards. It is
located beneath the PSDcover on the back of the mailing system.
USBPorts
Two USB ports are located on the back, lower left side of the system. These
provide communications with external devices like a printer or an attached
scale.
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LAN Port
The LAN port is located on the back, lower left side of the system. This port
provides the mailing system with a high bandwidth Internet connection.
Power Receptacle
The power receptacle is located on the back, left side of the system. It con-
nects to the AC power cord (supplied).
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Your System's Specifications
System Dimensions and Weights
Connect+® 1000 l49.5" L x 22.5" D (1257mm x 635mm) with drop
stacker
lPower stacker adds 31" (483mm) to length
lColor adds 6.5" (185mm) to length
l110 lbs. (49.9kg)
Connect+® 2000 l65" L x 22.5" D (1638mm x 635mm) with drop stacker
lPower stacker adds 31" (483mm) to length
lColor adds 6.5" (185mm) to length
l150 lbs. (68kg)
Connect+® 3000 l73.5" L x 25.5" D with drop stacker
lPower stacker adds 31" (483mm) to length
lColor adds 6.5" (185mm) to length
l165 lbs. (74.8kg)
All systems are 24" (610mm)high with base touchscreen display.
Power and Compliance
Power 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz., 6.4 - 3.0 Amps
Compliance Optional ENERGY STAR®
NOTE: Refer to How to Set System Timeouts for infor-
mation about the optional ENERGY STAR sleep
mode.
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