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The N500 series Electronic Postal Scale is a 2kg capacity decision
making scale which uses computer technology to give you an accurate,
automatic display of weight, postal rate and charges. Place the mail on
the scale and select the appropriate category and any fees required; the
scale will display the correct postal charges.
The postage rate information is all contained within a small electronic
‘chip’ called a PROM. When the postage rates change, you can easily
remove the old PROM and fit a new one to instantly update your scale.
If the scale is linked to a Pitney Bowes electronic postage meter, it can
automatically set the postage value and control the accounts set up on
the postage meter.
If the scale is linked to a Pitney Bowes Electronic Postage Meter with a
Mailing Base capable of tape dispensing, the scale will also enable a tape
to be produced automatically.
The scale enters sleep mode if it remains inactive at zero weight for
more than three minutes. During sleep mode, the display is
extinguished.
Never attempt to remove covers from your scale. No user serviceable
parts are contained within the unit, servicing should be referred to
qualified personnel.
The scale platform may be removed to gain access to the Postage Rate
PROM (see page 26). Always ensure power is turned OFF at the mains
socket outlet before removing the platform.
The N500 is supplied with a power supply suitable for use on standard
UK 13A mains sockets.
Only the power supply provided with the scale
should be used.
Note:
The socket outlet should be near to the equipment
and should be easily accessible.
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