MDE-3893P Encore® and Eclipse® Series Owner’s Manual · December 2011
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Understanding Date Codes and Serial Numbers
Introducing the Encore/Eclipse Series
Understanding Date Codes and Serial Numbers
This section provides information on the date and model codes for the Encore Series and
Eclipse units.
Understanding Date Codes
A two-letter date code is stamped on the serial plate before the Serial Number. This code
shows the month and year of manufacture. Refer to the date code to determine the age of the
equipment for warranty purposes.
Year Codes
J = 2000
N = 2004
T = 2008
K = 2001 P = 2005
U = 2009
L = 2002
R = 2006
W = 2010
M = 2003 S = 2007
X = 2011
To determine the date code on an Encore or Eclipse unit, refer to the following tables.
Understanding Model Codes
The Model Numbers are located as shown in
on
on
,
on
, and
.
For Encore 300/500/550 units, the Model Number uses a two-letter and one-number model
code stamped on the serial plate. For Encore S units, the Model Number uses a two-letter and
a one-number model code listed on the UL Weights and Measures label that is located behind
the printer door.
Month Codes
A = January
E = May
J = September
B = February F = June
K = October
C = March
G = July
L = November
D = April
H = August M = December
