TM Model VP-70 Revision 1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Chapter 1: 1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 1-1 Unpacking and Verifying Contents................................................................................ 1-1 Chapter 2: Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 2-1 Chapter 3: Basics of Operation ................................................
5.6.1 5.7 USPS Price Categories (Retail and Commercial)......................................................... 5-5 5.7.1 5.8 5.9 Chapter 6: 6.1 6.2 How to Change the Destination ZIP or Country............................................... 5-5 How to Change between USPS Price Categories ........................................... 5-5 Adjust Price Feature...................................................................................................... 5-6 5.8.
7.3.2.2 Removing a Tare Weight .................................................................... 7-3 7.3.3 Mode – How to Change the Weighing Units .................................................... 7-3 7.3.4 Add – Memory Accumulator............................................................................. 7-4 7.3.5 Info – Weigh Session Information .................................................................... 7-4 7.3.6 Unit Weight – Entering a Unit Weight ...............................
1.0 INTRODUCTION The Triner Model VP-70 Digital Postal Computing Scale is designed for USPS retail and mailroom shipping applications. It is equipped with many helpful features that guide the operator through the day-to-day mailing activities. It provides speedy, user-friendly operation, and is fully updateable to future postal rates and zone changes. The scale has a maximum weighing capacity of 70 pounds and is factory calibrated.
2.0 GETTING STARTED After unpacking the scale, a small amount of preparation is required before the scale can be used for mailing or shipping. Please refer to Figure 2-1 below as needed. Figure 2-1: VP-70 Rear Panel Step 1. Lift the stainless steel platform off the scale and discard the shipping cardboard. Place the platform back onto the scale. Step 2. Position the scale in its area of intended use. Observe the following guidelines for suitable location. 1.
3.0 BASICS OF OPERATION 3.1 DISPLAY The LCD display is divided into two main sections. The upper half is the status screen, and the lower half is the selection screen. When the scale is at “Home”, the status screen displays the rate table (Retail or Commercial) and the weight on the scale. The selections screen displays the available primary services. There are two screens for available primary services. See Figure 3-1 below.
Figure 3-3 After a special service has been added, a triangle arrow displays next to it, and its abbreviation displays in the status screen. See Figure 3-4 below. Figure 3-4 Figure 3-5 below identifies the soft keys and the elements of the display.
3.2 KEYBOARD The keyboard is composed of soft keys, operator keys, numeric keys and shortcut keys. For more information on shortcut keys see section 5.1. FIGURE 3-6: VP-70 Front Panel and Keyboard 3.2.1 SOFT KEYS The LCD and the six bright green keys located next to the LCD make up the Soft Keys. The soft keys are used to navigate through the menus and make selections. • • • Use the SCREEN DOWN key to scroll the selection page down.
Zero Scale - This key is used to zero out the weight display. Print - This key is used to send weight information out to the serial port. It is also used to print and dispense a postage label when connected to a compatible Postage Meter. Auto Hold - This key is used to enable or disable the automatic weight hold mode. F1 – This key allows you to access the following functions: • System Information • Rate Table Information • Price Categories (USPS Retail or Commercial).
3.3 GENERAL SCALE OPERATION 3.3.1 SYSTEMS PROMPTS The VP-70 scale prompts for information in two ways. 1. Numeric Entry - This type of prompt appears as an “Enter Value” message. Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data and press the ENTER key to complete the entry. If you make a mistake during the entry, press the CLEAR key to start over. 2. ZIP Code/ Country Code Entry - This type of prompt appears as a message with three dash marks. Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data.
Figure 3-10: Country Code Entry 2. Favorites – This selection displays an alphabetical user created list of countries. The user may add up to 32 countries to this list. See section 5.2 for more information on programming the Favorite Country List. Press the SCREEN UP or SCREEN DOWN key to page up or down through the list. Press and Hold the SCREEN UP or SCREEN DOWN key to quickly scroll through the entire list. Press a soft key to select the desired country.
4.0 EXAMPLES OF OPERATION Calculating postal rates with the VP-70 is fast and easy. Follow the examples below to become familiar with the process of weighing and rating an item. Always make sure the scale weight display reads zero before placing an item on the platform. If the scale does not read zero press the ZERO SCALE key. 4.1 Sending a First Class Mail Letter with Certified and Return Receipt 1. 2. 3. 4. Place item on scale platform (3.5 oz or less). Press the 1st CLASS soft key.
6. Input the value of insurance desired and press the ENTER key. Insurance is added and the selected arrow (W) appears next to Insure. • • If a mistake is made when entering an Insurance value press the CLEAR key to erase the value. If a different Insurance value is desired, press the INSURE soft key to deselect Insurance. Press the INSURE soft key again to prompt for a new Insurance value. 4.3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 4.4 1. 2. 3. 4.
4.5 Sending a Large Priority Mail Package Using Auto-Hold and the DIM Function The DIM function allows the user to enter dimensions of an item to determine its eligibility for: • • • Dimensional Weight - Priority Mail Balloon - Priority Mail or Parcel Post Oversized - Parcel Post Use the handy Auto Hold feature whenever a large package covers the display screen. 1. Press the AUTO HOLD key. The message “Auto Hold Enabled” will briefly display along with an “h” icon. 2.
• • When an item is too large to be mailed the message “Item Too Large” is displayed. When an item is too small the message “No Surcharge” is displayed. 4.6 Sending a First Class International Letter 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Place item on scale platform (3.5 oz or less). Press the SCREEN DOWN soft key. Press the INTL soft key. Press the 1ST CLASS soft key. Press the LETTER soft key. The scale will prompt for the three-digit country code. There are three ways to enter a country code: a.
5.0 ADVANCED FEATURES AND OPERATION 5.1 PROGRAMMABLE SHORTCUT KEYS The scale contains 10 programmable shortcut keys, which are very powerful macros that can be used to save keystrokes and valuable time. The shortcuts are stored and retrieved by using the numeric keys 0-9. All 10 shortcuts must be shared between the two USPS Price Categories (Retail and Commercial). Therefore, a shortcut key programmed for a Priority Retail Package will not apply for a Priority Commercial Package.
Example #1: Create a shortcut for a First Class Mail International Letter 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Place a letter on the scale platform. Press the SCREEN DOWN key. Press the INTL soft key. Press the 1ST CLASS soft key. Press the LETTER soft key. Input country code 337 (Canada). When the shortcut is run the scale will prompt for a new country code. 7. Press and Hold the number “0” key until the screen says "Shortcut Saved" then release the key.
5.1.3 How to delete a Shortcut In most cases there is no need to delete a shortcut. If you wish to change a shortcut simply create a new one and the old one will be overwritten. However if you wish to totally remove a shortcut follow the steps below. 1. Press and Hold the CLEAR key until a double beep is heard to get to the Home Screen. 2. Press and Hold the numeric key corresponding to the shortcut you wish to erase until the screen says "Shortcut Saved". 5.
a. Press the AUTO HOLD key anytime. b. Press the CLEAR key while at the home screen. 5.4 PIECE COUNTING See Chapter 7 for details on Bulk Mailing and Piece Counting. 5.5 MANUAL WEIGHT ENTRY Manual Weight is used when the weight of an item is known. Simply enter the weight of the item into the scale and then perform any weighing and rating operations. This feature is very handy especially when the item to be weighed is not available. 5.5.1 How to use Manual Weight Entry 1.
Scale displays the rate based on the new destination information 5.7 USPS PRICE CATEGORIES The VP-70 calculates USPS Retail and USPS Commercial rates. 5.7.1 How to Change between USPS Price Categories 1. Press the F1 key. 2. Press the PRICES soft key. 3. Press either the RETAIL or COMMERCIAL soft key. An arrow will appear next to the selected price category. 4. Press the ENTER key to accept the selection. 5. Press the CLEAR key to return to normal operation.
4. Press the SUBTRACT soft key. 5. When prompted key in the amount to be subtracted and press the ENTER key. 6. The amount will be subtracted from the rate and SP will be displayed indicating postage has been subtracted. • • A postage rate must be displayed before using the ADD/SUBTRACT postage function. If the rate is not displayed before using the function the message “Adjust Postage not Available” will be displayed.
6.0 SETUP OPERATIONS The system setup consists of three areas: Configuration, System Information and Service. 6.1 CONFIGURE MENU The Configure Menu is used to access or set up the following functions: • • • • • • • Origination ZIP code Program F2 Key Beeper Setup Time / Date Setup Home Screen Default Latitude Zone Load Rate 6.1.
1. Press the F1 key. 2. Press the CONFIGURE soft key. 3. Press the F2 SETUP soft key. Scale displays the available functions along with the status, i.e. ON or OFF. For example, ManWt – ON means that the Manual Weight function is turned ON. 4. Press the soft key next to the function you wish to turn ON or OFF The status of the function changes from ON to OFF or from OFF to ON 5. Press the CLEAR key to exit and save the changes. 6.1.
6.1.6 How to view System Information The system information function is used to display general information about the scale and its settings. The information displayed is as follows: • • • • • • 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Scale Model Number Serial Number Capacity Origination Zip Code Time Date Press the F1 key. Press the SYS INFO key. The scale will display information about the scale. Press the SCREEN DOWN key to view the current time and date. Press CLEAR key to exit. 6.1.
6.2 SERVICE MENU The Service Menu is used to configure the system, run diagnostics and perform scale calibration. The service menu is password protected. The Service Menu is only for qualified scale service technicians. DO NOT attempt to enter the service mode unless you have been instructed by Triner Scale or one of their authorized distributors. If you have any questions about the Service Menu call Triner Scale at 1-800-238-0152. 6.2.
5. Press the KEY TEST soft key. Press any key except CLEAR to see the key code; see table below for the proper key code. 6. Press the CLEAR key to exit the test. Scale reverts back to Service screen; press the CLEAR key to return to normal operating mode. Key Screen Up S1 S2 Screen Down S3 S4 F2 Auto Hold F1 Print Zero Scale 6.2.
6.2.6 How to set the Meter Type The VP-70 can interface to select Francotyp Postallia postage meters. The scale will attempt to automatically set the meter type, however use the steps below to manually set the meter type. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the F1 key. Press the SCREEN DOWN key. Press the SERVICE soft key. At the password prompt key in (336699) then press ENTER. Press the MTR TYPE soft key. Press the appropriate soft key that corresponds to the type of meter connected to the scale. 7.
6.2.9 How to reset the Factory Defaults To reset the VP-70 to its factory defaults follow the steps below. 1. Press the F1 key. 2. Press the SCREEN DOWN key. 3. Press the SERVICE soft key. 4. At the password prompt key in (336699) then press ENTER. 5. Press the SCREEN DOWN key two times. 6. Press the DEFAULTS soft key. 7. Select YES or NO. 8. Confirm the reset to factory defaults by pressing YES if not press NO. 9. The scale will reset all scale parameters to the factory default. 10.
6.2.11 How to perform Scale Calibration Your VP-70 postal scale is FACTORY CALIBRATED. There is no need to calibrate the scale! DO NOT attempt to calibrate the scale unless you have been instructed by Triner Scale or one of their authorized distributors. If you have any questions about the calibration call Triner Scale at 1-800-238-0152. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the F1 key. Press the SCREEN DOWN key. Press the SERVICE soft key. At the password prompt key in (336699) then press ENTER.
7.0 BULK MAILING AND COUNTING MODE The VP-70 has special Bulk Mailing and Counting Functions. It is an easy to use, highresolution counting mode featuring keyboard tare and unit weight entry. In counting mode, the scales capacity is limited to 25 lbs. To enter the Bulk Mailing and Counting Mode press the F2 Key. If necessary, press the SCREEN DOWN soft key to scroll to the next page, then select the COUNTING soft key. 7.1 Display Screen The diagram below represents Home and Screen Down screen.
7.3 General Operation 7.3.1 Sample - How to Sample Pieces Use the following procedure to sample pieces. Note: All pieces MUST be of identical weight. 1. Make sure the scale is on zero by pressing the ZERO SCALE key. 2. Place at least 10 samples on the scale (the more items sampled, the greater the accuracy) and press the SAMPLE soft key. 3. The enter sample size screen is displayed. Weight of Samples SAMPLE ENTRY Enter Sample Size 0.062 10 50 100 20 Sample size entry prompt Pre-set samples 4.
7.3.2.1 Simple Tare 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the scale is on zero. Place empty container on scale. Press the TARE soft key. The scale will zero itself and place the Tare icon in the special message area of the screen. 5. The scale is ready for weighing or sampling. 7.3.2.2 Keyboard Tare (pre-tare) 1. Make sure the scale is on zero. 2. Press the TARE soft key while the scale is on zero and empty. 3. You will be prompted to enter the Tare weight of the Container.
7.3.4 ADD - Memory Accumulator The ADD function is used to accumulate multiple batches of items placed on the scale. Press the ADD soft key to accumulate weight and piece data for each batch. When items are added to the accumulator MEM will be displayed on the screen to indicate there are items in memory. 7.3.5 INFO - Weigh Session Information Press the INFO soft key to get information about a weigh session. Number of Entries Pieces per Pound Accumulated Pieces • • 7.3.6 INFORMATION # 001 Uwt 0.
7.3.7 EXIT - Exit the Bulk Mailing and Counting Mode Press the EXIT soft key to escape from Bulk Mailing and Counting Mode and return to normal weighing and rating.
APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: 10.5 in. x 4.25 in. x 13.25 in. 266 mm x 108 mm x 336 mm Capacity/Division: 0-7 lb x 0.1 oz, 7-70 lb x 0.5oz Power Source: 12 VDC, 800 mA AC adapter Operating Temp: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Display: 20 x 4 alphanumeric LCD with LED backlight Keys: 6 soft, 17 hard including 0-9 numeric Platform Size: 10 in. x 9 in. (254 mm x 229 mm) Ports: 1 x RS-232C & 1 x USB Shipping Weight: 14.4 lbs (6.5 kg) Net Weight: 11.5 lbs (5.
APPENDIX B: SUPPORTED RATES AND SPECIAL SERVICES USPS - Retail First Class Letter First Class Flat First Class Package First Class Postcard Priority Mail Priority Mail Flat-rate Small Box Priority Mail Flat-rate Regular Box Priority Mail Flat-rate Large Box Priority Mail Flat-rate Envelope Express Mail Express Mail Flat-rate Envelope Parcel Post USPS - Commercial First Class 5-Digit Letter First Class 3-Digit Letter First Class AADC Letter First Class Mixed AADC Letter First Class Presorted Letter First Cl
APPENDIX C: RATE AND SPECIAL SERVICE ABBREVIATIONS C.
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APPENDIX D: COUNTRY CODE AND ABBREVIATION CHART Country Afghanistan Albania Algeria Andorra Angola Anguilla Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Aruba Ascension Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bhutan Bolivia Bosnia-Herzegovina Botswana Brazil British Virgin Islands Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burma Burundi Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cape Verde Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad Chile China Colombia Abbreviation AFGHA
Country Comoros Congo (Brazzaville), Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Costa Rica Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Djibouti Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Falkland Islands Faroe Islands Fiji Finland France French Guiana French Polynesia Gabon Gambia Georgia, Republic of Germany Ghana Gibraltar Great Britain and Northern Ireland Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bi
Country Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kiribati Korea, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Republic of Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Latvia Lebanon Lesotho Liberia Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Macao Macedonia Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali Malta Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mexico Moldova Mongolia Montserrat Morocco Mozambique Abbreviation HUNGARY ICELAND INDIA INDONESI IRAN IRAQ IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAMAICA JAPAN JO
Country Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands Netherlands Antilles New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Pitcairn Island Poland Portugal Qatar Reunion Romania Russia Rwanda Saint Christopher and Nevis Saint Helena Saint Lucia Saint Pierre and Miquelon Saint Vincent and the Grenadines San Marino Sao Tome and Principe Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia-Montenegro [Yugoslavia] Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia Solomo
Country Sri Lanka Sudan Suriname Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan Tajikistan Tanzania Thailand Togo Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tristan da Cunha Tunisia Turkey Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Vatican City Venezuela Vietnam Wallis and Futuna Islands Western Samoa Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe Abbreviation SRI LANK SUDAN SURINAME SWAZILAN SWEDEN SWITZERL SYRIA TAIWAN TAJIKIST TANZANIA THAILAND TOGO TONGA TRINIDAD TRISTA
APPENDIX E: RATE CHANGE INFORMATION E.1 RATE CARD UPDATES When the USPS postage rates change, Triner Scale updates the software. The updates make sure your scale is current. The rates and operating system reside on the Rate Card, which is removable from the scale. To change the rate card, follow the instructions below: 1. Turn the scale’s power switch to the off position. 2. Unplug the A/C adapter power cord from the wall outlet then from the back of the scale. 3.
APPENDIX F: ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the scale encounters an error condition, it will display a message alerting the operator. Most error messages are self-explanatory. Below is a list of typical messages and their meaning. Message Meaning OverWt Indicates that the weight for the class of service selected has been exceeded. Under Weight Indicates that the weight reading is less than zero (negative). The scale will automatically attempt to re-zero itself.
APPENDIX G: LATITUDE ZONE GUIDE G.1 Locating your Latitude Zone To obtain your local Latitude Zone number, refer to the following Latitude Zone Maps.
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TRINER SCALE & MFG. CO, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY What is Covered: Triner Scale & Mfg. Co. Inc. warrants to the first end user customer of the Triner Scale product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased and used in the United States, conforms to the manufacturer’s specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of original purchase.
