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PIX-55 

Atomic Time Clock

 

 

Operation Manual 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Page 1: ...PIX 55 Atomic Time Clock Operation Manual All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m ...

Page 2: ...rtions of this document may have been updated to include the latest hardware or firmware version if applicable We recommend that this document be read in its entirety before any attempt is made to operate the equipment Thank You For purchasing another fine product from Amano Cincinnati Inc Important Do not return this clock to the retailer If you have any questions or need assistance please call u...

Page 3: ...z 120 VAC 10 60Hz 230 VAC 10 50 60Hz Battery Lithium Battery for Memory Backup in case of power failure factory installed Ambient Temperature 10 C to 45 C 14 F to 113 F Ambient Humidity 10 to 90 non condensing Dimensions 6 11 16 170 mm Wide X 6 7 16 163 mm High X 6 5 8 168 mm Deep Weight Approximately 3 6 lbs 1 63 kg Environment Indoor use only dust free environment Keep out of direct sunlight Ext...

Page 4: ...y drops below 25 the E F and INK characters will blink until the ribbon is replaced and the ink counter is reset Removing the Cover and Packing Material 1 Insert the key provided and turn clockwise to unlock the cover 2 Lift the cover to remove 3 Remove the spacer between the Ribbon Cartridge and the Printer Carriage Making a Test Print 1 Make sure the PIX 55 is plugged in 2 Insert a piece of pape...

Page 5: ...e it is currently programmed Setting the Month and Date 1 Press the PROGRAM button until dA E PI appears then release Next 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 date appears then press the ENTER button 4 Press the CHANGE button until the correct month appears then press the ENTER butto...

Page 6: ...ting press the ENTER button and press the PROGRAM button to exit Changing the Print Direction 1 Press the PROGRAM button until d dA A E E P PII appears 2 Press the CHANGE button until 0 hrP5 flashes in the display Press the ENTER button 3 Press the CHANGE button until PrdrI3 flashes in the display Press the ENTER button 4 Press the CHANGE button until the desired print direction r9h Right Side or ...

Page 7: ...ct DST based upon when it was manufactured but any revision to DST begin or end dates may require updating the system set DST calendar The steps below change the begin date for DST Updating the begin date for DST needs to be done just one time since the clock s rolling calendar function will auto calculate the begin date for each year thereafter To change the end date for DST refer to the next sec...

Page 8: ...for each year thereafter To change the begin date for DST refer to the previous section 1 Press the PROGRAM button for two seconds then the CHANGE button until 0 hrP5 flashes in the display 2 Press the ENTER button 3 Press the CHANGE button until EdL 17 end Daylight Saving Time Date flashes in the display 4 Press the ENTER button 5 The display shows the current month date and year for the end of D...

Page 9: ...sired code appears on the display then press the Enter button The Auto Print codes are as follows 5 Press the PROGRAM button to exit Wall Mounting Placement considerations 1 Remove the Cover and then remove the Back Plate by pressing the tab on the bottom of the clock as shown in the right hand figure Code Mode Description P on Auto Print Will automatically print a single print when media is inser...

Page 10: ...8 Replace the cover and lock it in place using the supplied key Atomic Clock Feature The Amano atomic clock receives time signals on long wave radio 60 kHz from the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST radio station WWVB located in Fort Collins Colorado which is coupled with the atomic cesium clock in Boulder The PIX 55 receives the WWVB time signal via its built in antenna system Y...

Page 11: ... the CHANGE button until 0 hrP5 flashes in the display Press the ENTER button 3 Press the CHANGE button until dIA9 I8 flashes in the display Press the ENTER button 4 Press the CHANGE button until CLr d4 flashes in the display Press the ENTER button 5 Press the CHANGE button until the last digit of the code is the number 3 to disable atomic clock or the number 4 to enable atomic clock 6 Press ENTER...

Page 12: ...olding the release tabs in an upward position grasp the tab on the ribbon cassette and pull the ribbon cassette out of the cradle see figure Note If the print mechanism is down a piece of paper could not be inserted press the RESET button to move the carriage up This will make the ribbon installation easier Step 4 Insert a new ribbon and be sure to mount it between the ribbon guide and the printer...

Page 13: ... is required to unlock the top cover which allows you access to the ribbon cartridge for replacement and or the programming buttons When ordering parts and or accessories be sure to include your PIX 55 model number The PIX 55 ribbon cartridge in Black ink is Amano Part No CE 315151 Order now The PIX 55 ribbon cartridge in Red ink is Amano Part No YK 629671 Order now The PIX 55 ribbon cartridge in ...

Page 14: ...wever you will have to remove the top cover to access the programming buttons should you have to reprogram the clock due to an error To remove the cover insert the key provided Amano Part AJR 201150 turn clockwise and lift to remove For error messages Pr EI through Pr Er unplug the clock before checking to see that the carriage is not stuck or jammed Also check to see that the ribbon cables are in...

Page 15: ... dislodge jammed objects If the error reoccurs check the wires and cables to verify all are connected properly E3 Pr E4 Pr Home Sensor Carriage Stuck Unlock cover and remove Press the Reset button to reset the printer carriage and the time should reappear on the display Try to stamp a card again so you can hear the machine attempting to stamp If you hear that the assembly sounds sluggish or drags ...

Page 16: ... corner on the bottom of the clock Inside an opening The time must be visible on the display to be able to program the unit 1 Press the PROGRAM button down for 2 seconds then release Your display will read dAtE P1 2 Press the CHANGE button 4 four times Your display will read Othr P5 3 Press the ENTER button once Your display will read Prnt 11 4 Press the CHANGE button 7 seven times Your display wi...

Page 17: ... the factory default Please insert a piece of media to conduct a test print If the error message does not come back you can now reprogram your unit to the current date and time However if the error message returns please call 800 253 9836 for additional assistance Cleaning Do not use any chemical solvents or oils to clean or lubricate your PIX 55 This will damage your clock To clean the inside of ...

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