FP PostBase Operator's Manual
Text of the manual
About this Operator Manual
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About this Operator Manual
Please read this Manual before installing and using the Post-
Base mailing system. Please keep this manual near the system
for quick reference.
Further documents
For complete specifications of the mailing system and all
optional modules, refer to the Operator Manual PostBase –
available as a download from Francotyp-Postalia.
Information on available product variants and country-specific
particularities can be found in the Addendum to the Operator
Manual (if available in your country).
This manual covers all configurations and equipment options of
the PostBase mailing system. Functions that are only available
for particular system configurations are marked by an additional
note, e.g. (optional).
Functions or information that are not available in all countries
are identified as not available in all countries.
As currency, Euros are used exemplarily.
In this manual, the product name appears in its plain form
‘PostBase’.
The following keywords and signs identify the safety tips in this
manual:
Warning! indicates a potential hazard that may result in injury.
Caution! indicates a potential hazard that may result in dam-
age to the mailing system or impair the franking process.
Caution! indicates an automatic machine operation that may
result in the user being startled.
The following symbols and text features are used in this man-
ual:
• Bullets precede instructions.
– Dashes precede list items.
Menu names and options from the operating menu are written
in small capitals, e.g. MENU.
A tip offers advice or additional suggestions for improving the
operation.
About this Operator Manual _____________________________________2
1 Safety tips ____________________________________________________4
2 A short description of the PostBase _______________________________6
2.1
PostBase franking machine – overview _______________________6
2.2
Feeder – overview (optional) ________________________________8
2.3
Things worth knowing about PostBase _______________________9
3 Installation ___________________________________________________12
Step 1:
Unpacking and checking the contents of the package ___________12
Step 2:
Assembling PostBase ___________________________________13
Step 3:
Preparing the feeder (optional) ______________________________16
Step 4:
Connecting PostBase ___________________________________20
Step 5:
Installing PostBase _____________________________________22
4 The basics of operation ________________________________________23
4.1
Turning the PostBase on/off ______________________________23
4.2
Standby ______________________________________________24
4.3
Adjusting the display inclination ____________________________24
4.4
Setting up the label dispenser (optional) _______________________25
4.5
Setting up the catch tray _________________________________26
4.6
Screen elements and operation philosophy ___________________27
4.6.1
The touch screen _______________________________________27
4.6.2
The Home screen ______________________________________29
4.6.3
The Product calculation menu _____________________________30
4.6.4
The Menu _____________________________________________31
4.6.5
Lists _________________________________________________32
4.6.6
Adjustment menus ______________________________________33
4.6.7
Pop-up windows ________________________________________34
4.6.8
Procedures (wizards) ____________________________________35
4.7
Test print _____________________________________________36
Technical Data _______________________________________________39
License _____________________________________________________44
United States Patents __________________________________________46
Service / warranty _____________________________________________47
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Safety tips
PostBase is a digital mailing system with ink-jet print technology for franking mail.
PostBase complies with the pertinent safety regulations for office information
equipment.
Please observe the following tips for your own safety:
Prevention of electrical hazards
• Operate the PostBase only on a grounded single-phase power socket. Make sure
your office power supply conforms to the power requirements indicated on the
serial number plates.
• Make sure the sockets for connecting the mailing system are close by and easily
accessible at all times.
• Unplug the plugs in case of an emergency. Call the Service.
• Take special care that no foreign objects penetrate the system’s interior.
• Be extremely careful when handling liquids.
• Unplug the plugs prior to cleaning the PostBase mailing system.
Prevention of mechanical hazards
• Keep long hair, fingers, loose clothing pieces, neck ties, shawls, jewelry and the like
away from moving machine parts.
• Do not remove any parts of the housing.
• Do not remove any equipment related to safety or protection. Do not make them
inoperative or unable to function.
Accessories and consumables
• We recommend to use only approved FP equipment and FP original parts. The
manufacturer FP has established reliability, safety and applicability. The manufac-
turer cannot assess the reliability, safety and applicability for products not approved
by FP, and therefore not vouch for such products.
• Use the supplied power and connection cables or cables that have been approved
by Francotyp-Postalia. Make sure that cables are not damaged.
• Ingestion of the ink can be hazardous. Avoid contact with the eyes. Keep the ink
cartridges away from children. Further instructions for use are enclosed with the ink
cartridges.
• We recommend to use only the batteries provided by Francotyp-Postalia.
The manufacturer FP has established reliability, safety and applicability. Observe
the instructions enclosed with the battery for correct use and disposal.
General safety tips
• Install the PostBase mailing system according to the instructions.
• Do not use attached parts like the weighing platform, label compartment, display,
drawer, … as ‘handles’ during transport. The best way to handle the components
is to hold them at the lower part of the housing at the clearances on both sides.
• When you move the PostBase from a cold environment (i.e. below 10 °C / 50°F):
Unpack the PostBase and wait at least 2 hours before connecting the PostBase.
The PostBase requires this period to adapt to the ambient conditions. Any conden-
sation evaporates.
• Use the ‘Feeder PostBase’ only with the PostBase franking machine. It is not pos-
sible to operate the feeder without the PostBase franking machine.
• Have maintenance and repair work done only by qualified personnel authorized by
Francotyp-Postalia. Otherwise, your warranty will become void. You will be liable
for any damage.
• Do not be startled while positioning letters. Letter transport will start after a short
delay.
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A short description of the PostBase
2.1
PostBase franking machine – overview
Display / touch screen (hinged),
stored in a receptacle on the back of the display housing:
stylus for touch screen operation
Label compartment*
PostBase button:
ON / OFF
To adjust the display
inclination: Press the key
Catch tray
Scale with weighing platform
Letter receiving tray
Drawer
Access flap to print system
Drawer latch lever
Hand feed tray / Sealer*
(here: sealer)
Filler hole for ‘sealit’
Stop edge
Stop
*optional
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Franking machine – rear view
Battery compartment
(at the bottom)
Power connection
PC connection
CAN BUS / port
automatic feeder
USB port
LAN port
Flap covering the
Revenector security device
Slider for unlocking the
security device
Emergency release
for ink cartridges
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2.2
Feeder – overview (optional)
Brush for moistening envelope flaps
(underneath roller transport)
Cover flap, with sealant
tank underneath
(illuminated)
Letter guide (adjustable)
Slope
Seal / non seal
switch
Open flap:
press button
Roller transport
Release key
(move roller trans-
port upward)
Letter receiving tray,
inclination adjustable
(not shown)
Safety sign
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Feeder – rear view
2.3
Things worth knowing about PostBase
PostBase is a digital mailing system featuring a touch
screen and inkjet print technology.
Modular design
In its basic version, the mailing system consists of the
PostBase franking machine with integrated scale, a
hand feed tray and a letter catch tray.
This basic version can easily be extended with optional
components.
The PostBase mailing system comes in variants with
processing speeds of 30 letters per minute up to 65
letters per minute.
Power connection
Termination plug
Tray with sponge
Catches (connection to the
franking machine housing)
Connection to franking machine
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Franking
To frank a letter, simply position it with the side to be
printed on facing up – PostBase will seize the letter and
frank it, after which it is exited to the right side ready for
dispatch.
Franking is possible on mail pieces made of ink-
absorbing material – postcards to 10 mm (0.4") thick
letters in ISO B4 format – and special self-adhesive
labels.
Letters as advertising medium
In addition to printing postage, you can print custom
advertisements of your choice and text messages on
every mail piece you send (not available in all countries).
Download postage
Load postage from the data centre directly into your
franking machine – fast, easy and, if need be, 24 hours
a day.
Access control
The PostBase franking machine can be protected
against unauthorized use via a PIN.
Flexible and up to date
The PostBase franking machine ensures you are
always using the current postal rates. Whether new
postage rates or new adverts – the data center loads
current data directly into your franking machine.
Additional functions
The PostBase mailing system offers a range of
convenient additional functions. Among these are:
– Scale. The space saving, integrated scale quickly and
reliably determines the weight for letters and parcels.
The determined weight directly affects the product
settings.
– Shortcut function for frequently used postal
products.
– Account function for separate registration and billing
of postage costs.
– Print lists of register states and loading report.
– Variable imprint offset for changing the franking
imprint position on the envelope (not available in all
countries).
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Options
The following features are available for functionality
extension:
– Label dispenser to print self-adhesive labels, for
large or thick mail pieces or for envelopes that are not
suited for ink-jet printing.
– Feeder. Automatic feeder with sealer for the
PostBase. The letters are separated from the stack,
optionally moistened and sealed, and fed to the
PostBase franking machine.
– Sealer. Manually pass the open envelope through the
sealer. The moistened flap will be closed in the
PostBase during subsequent franking.
– Differential weighing. A special weighing mode of
the integrated scale that helps you save time when
weighing and franking large amounts of similar mail
pieces.
– Controlling PostBase via PC software. FP offers
software for controlling and administration of the
franking machine via PC, e. g. Navigator,
RemoteOne, ReportOne, Mailone (not available in all
countries).
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Installation
Step 1:
Unpacking and checking the contents of the package
Warning! Do not start operating PostBase if
parts are damaged or missing. Please
contact the service.
• Unpack the packages.
• Check that the contents of the packages
are complete and free from any damage.
Keep the packing. Use it again when you
need to transport PostBase or send it in to
Service.
Scope of delivery
– PostBase franking machine
– Hand feed tray
– Catch tray with stop
– Weighing platform (version as ordered)
– Power cable
– USB cable
– Ethernet cable
– Ink cartridge set
– Franking labels
– ‘First steps’ manual
Optional, only when ordered separately
– Sealer incl. ‘sealit’ sealing liquid
– External modem incl. modem cable
– Feeder incl. slope, pendulum, power cable,
termination plug, basket with sponge,
‘sealit’ sealing liquid
Caution! When you move PostBase from a
cold environment (i.e. below 10 °C / 50°F):
Unpack the PostBase and wait at least 2
hours before connecting PostBase.
PostBase requires this period to adapt to the
ambient conditions.
• Choose an installation site with the
following ambient conditions:
– room temperature: 10 °C to 40 °C
(50 °F to 104 °F)
– no direct sunlight
– power socket in the immediate vicinity
– network connection with internet access
or
telephone socket for modem connection
in the immediate vicinity.
• Place PostBase on a firm, level, low
vibration and horizontal base.
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PostBase with hand feed tray
PostBase with sealer (optional)
PostBase with feeder (optional)
Details on how to assemble the modules can
be found on the following pages.
Catch tray: attaching the stop
• Attach the stop to the catch tray: Slide the
stop into the guides on the catch tray
bottom.
Mounting the weighing platform
• Hold the weighing platform such that the
long slot in the weighing platform foot
points to the front.
• Place the weighing platform onto the scale
receptacle from above. The long slot of the
weighing platform must slide in the
counterpart on the scale receptacle.
• Press down slightly on the weighing
platform with your flat hand.
Mounting catch tray and feeding device
• Place the attachments next to the franking
machine (see overviews on previous
page).
• Slightly lift the franking machine on the side
on which you wish to mount the
attachment. The bottom side of the
housing features slots where the
attachments are fastened.
• Push the respective attachment
underneath the franking machine such that
the catches on the attachment engage in
the slots.
• Put the franking machine carefully down.
Slot, long
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Step 3:
Preparing the feeder (optional)
Inserting moistening sponge
• Open the flap by pressing the release
button.
• Remove sealant tank out of the housing
and put it at a safe place.
At the rear of feeder:
• Carefully pull out to the back the sealant
tray.
• Carefully insert the basket with sponge into
the tray until basket and tray are flush.
Mind the position of the cut-out.
• Check if the basket is correctly seated:
It must rest on the extreme left in the tray
and close on top in a flushed manner.
• Insert the complete tray into the housing
until it clicks into place.
• Check if the sponge is correctly seated. It
should be directly below the moistening felt
and brush.
Cut-out
Checks:
Basket on the
extreme left
Basket flushed on top
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Filling with sealing liquid
• Unscrew sealant tank cover.
• Fill the sealant tank with ‘sealit’ sealing
liquid.
• Place sealant tank screw cover and
tighten.
• Turn sealant tank upside down in a non-
dangerous area (e. g. over a sink) to check
if the cover is well sealed.
• Insert sealant tank into the housing with the
cover downward.
• Close the flap.
Attach the pendulum
• Insert the base of the pendulum into the
fixture of the slope.
• Press down on the pendulum until it clicks
into place.
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Step 4:
Connecting PostBase
Warning! Use the power and connection
cables provided with the PostBase or
approved by Francotyp-Postalia. Make sure
that cables are not damaged.
Connect PostBase only to a grounded single-
phase power socket. Make sure your office
power supply conforms to the power
requirements indicated on the serial number
plates.
Make sure the socket for connecting
PostBase is close by and easily accessible at
all times.
PostBase franking machine
USB port
(e.g. connection to
external USB modem)
PC connection
LAN port
Power connection
CAN BUS / port
automatic feeder
Connection to franking
machine
Termination plug
(already plugged)
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Step 5:
Installing PostBase
• Turn PostBase on: Press the PostBase
button.
The display lighting and button illumination
switch on. PostBase performs a self test and
then starts the installation procedure.
• Follow the instructions on the display.
PostBase will guide you step by step through
the installation procedure:
– Select language
– Set connection parameters
– Enter repository PIN
– Software update
– Insert cartridges
– Load postage.
For information on handling the touch screen
and an overview of screen elements, please
read chapter 4.6.
PostBase button
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4
The basics of operation
In this chapter you will learn about the basic functions of the PostBase mailing system
and how to handle the touch screen.
4.1
Turning the PostBase on/off
The franking machine can remain connected to mains all the time to ensure it is
always ready for use. Use the PostBase button to turn the franking machine ON and
OFF.
Turning on
• Press the PostBase button.
The display lighting and button illumination
switch on. The PostBase performs a self test
and then displays the Home screen.
Depending on the setting, you are prompted
to enter the PIN and select an account.
Turning off
• At any time, press the PostBase button for
three seconds to turn the franking
machine off.
The PostBase will complete any current
actions and then goes to standby. The
display light and PostBase button
illumination go out and the touch screen is
deactivated.
PostBase button
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Disconnecting the PostBase from mains
Caution! Make sure to always turn the
PostBase off with the PostBase button before
disconnecting the PostBase from mains.
Never pull the power plug or separate the
power supply in any other way before the
printing system has reached its sealed
position. This is the only way to prevent
drying up and to ensure a permanently high
print quality.
• Press the PostBase button for three
seconds to turn the franking machine off.
The display goes out.
• Unplug the power cable from the socket.
4.2
Standby
The PostBase franking machine will go to
standby automatically if it is not used for
some time.
The display is dark and the PostBase button
is illuminated in standby. The touch function
is inactive.
You can ‘wake up’ PostBase by briefly
pressing the PostBase button.
4.3
Adjusting the display inclination
• Press the key below the display and set the
display in the desired position. The
adaptation mechanism features several
catches.
• Release the key.
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4.4
Setting up the label dispenser (optional)
Folding the label compartment in and out
To fold the label compartment in or out:
• Press on the knurled surface until you hear
a click, then release.
Inserting labels
Caution! We recommend to use only labels that have been approved by
Francotyp-Postalia. The manufacturer FP has established reliability, safety
and applicability. The manufacturer cannot assess the reliability, safety and
applicability for products not approved by FP, and therefore not vouch for
such products
We can ensure correct label processing only when you comply with this.
• Remove package band from the package
of labels.
• Insert the complete package (50 labels) in
the label dispenser:
– The side to be printed on faces up.
– Insert the package of labels in direction
of the imprinted arrow as far as it will go.
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4.5
Setting up the catch tray
• The catch tray can be adapted to different
envelope sizes (up to ISO B4) by
displacing the catch bracket. The stop
features several catches for the most
common sizes.
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4.6
Screen elements and operation philosophy
This chapter covers the user interface of the PostBase franking machine. You will
learn how to operate the touch screen, the screen elements and the menus, window
types and symbols.
4.6.1
The touch screen
The touch screen is active when the display is lit. To operate the touch screen, simply
touch the screen elements with your finger.
General operation philosophy
You briefly touch the desired screen element
(in the example: the postage button) with
your finger. PostBase performs the
corresponding action.
You can operate scrollbars with the arrow
buttons or by touching the slider and moving
it. The setting is updated when you lift your
finger off.
You can also use the supplied stylus instead
of your finger. The stylus is stored in a
receptacle on the back of the display.
Scrollbar
Slider
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Buttons
You distinguish buttons from the screen
background by a shadow. They can have
various states, depending on the function:
Button can be pressed / is active.
Button is selected / passive.
Confirmation: Button is being pressed.
Button is deactivated / cannot be pressed.
Standard buttons
The term ‘standard button’ refers to buttons
like for example SAVE, CANCEL, BACK or
CONTINUE.
Depending on the function, the button label
can differ. The CANCEL / BACK button (if
available) is always located in the bottom
right corner of the screen and goes back one
step / level.
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4.6.2
The Home screen
The Home screen appears after the machine
was turned on and the start routine has been
successfully completed. It displays the
current franking settings.
The postage appears only when all required
product details are selected and the set
weight exceeds 0 g (0 oz).
In the Home screen
– you frank your mail pieces
– you can weigh your mail pieces
– you have access to all franking imprint
settings
– current settings are displayed
– you can open the Menu.
Operation philosophy
A function can be edited or selected by
simply touching its button.
Depending on the respective function, the
PostBase opens a list, an adjustment menu
or a menu offering further options. In the
chapters to follow, you will be introduced to
each of the menu and window types and their
operation.
Info panel:
– Date in franking imprint
– Current account
– Imprint offset
– Other information
Advertising imprints
(adverts / SMS texts)
Mailing data
Postage
Weight
Current shortcut
Menu
Product calculation
menu
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4.6.3
The Product calculation menu
Calling up the Product calculation menu
By pressing the PRODUCT button the product
calculation menu is opened. Here, you set
the product for the franking imprint.
The left area of the display shows the
available mailing data.
You can scroll the list with the scroll bar if
more than four options are available.
The right area of the product calculation
menu shows the current settings:
– the postage
– the weight
– the selected mailing data.
The postage only appears if all necessary
mailing data were selected and the displayed
weight exceeds 0 g (0 oz).
Selecting mailing data
By pressing the respective buttons, you
select mailing data. The PostBase guides
you through the postage calculation process
step by step.
Press OK to accept the current settings and
to return to the Home screen.
Deselecting mailing data
With the BACK button, the mailing data can be
deleted step by step from the current product
settings.
Mailing data
Other mailing data:
scroll with scroll bar
Accept current
settings and return
to Home screen
Current settings
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Returning to the Home screen
OK
With the OK button, you set the current
selected mailing data for franking and return
to the Home screen.
BACK
Pressing the BACK button repeatedly deletes
the mailing data step by step. By pressing the
button again after having deselected all
mailing data you will cancel the product
selection. The product set last remains set in
the Home screen.
4.6.4
The Menu
Use the MENU button to open the Menu. From
this Menu you can access the administration
functions, the system settings, and service
functions.
Use the arrow buttons to scroll to the next
page and back in the Menu.
More functions
Menu (example)
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4.6.5
Lists
Lists (e.g. for adverts, SMS texts) offer all
available settings in list form.
Use the arrow buttons to scroll forward or
backward.
Press the respective button to select one of
the provided settings and return to the Home
screen.
Current setting
Next page: scroll with
arrow button
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4.6.6
Adjustment menus
A separate menu each opens for editing system parameters and for typing, editing,
and clearing user-specific data. There are three types: Lists, input via keypad, and
input according to the counter principle.
Lists
The left area of the display shows the
available settings. The current setting is
shown with a dark background. You can
scroll the list with a scroll bar if more than five
options are available.
Press SAVE to accept the current settings and
to quit the adjustment menu.
Press BACK to discard your changes and to
quit the adjustment menu.
Input via keypad
Use the keypad in the left area of the display
to input values. The top right text box
indicates your input.
The keypad is always matched to the
respective situation: The button labels
change accordingly, depending on whether
you must type figures or figures and letters.
The bottom left button is assigned a special
function matched to the current operation,
e.g. change between small and capital
letters. The info text informs of special
features and gives additional hints.
Press CE to clear input.
Press SAVE to accept the current settings and
to quit the adjustment menu.
Press BACK to discard your changes and to
quit the adjustment menu.
Current setting
Accept current
settings
Current input
Info text
Button assigned acc. to function
(here: reset to current date)
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Input using the counter principle
PostBase may require you to enter values via
a counter principle.
Use the arrow buttons to increase or
decrease the figure in each digit until the
desired amount is displayed in the top right
text box.
Press OK to accept the current settings.
4.6.7
Pop-up windows
For some settings, a window covering parts
of the current window opens (pop-up
window). It prompts you for an action.
Messages also appear as a pop-up.
Some pop-up messages feature auto-
confirmation, i.e. they automatically close
after some time.
Display field
Setting an amount with
the arrow buttons
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4.6.8
Procedures (wizards)
For more complex settings, e.g. when setting
up connection data, the PostBase opens a
‘procedure’, guiding you through all
necessary actions step by step. Different
window types are used, depending on
requirements.
Press CONTINUE to accept the current
settings and to go to the next step.
You can press BACK to return to previous
steps.
Pressing BACK at the beginning of the
procedure will discard all settings and close
the procedure.
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4.7
Test print
Using a test print, you can assess the settings for the franking imprint as well as the
print quality.
According to postal regulations, test prints
are marked as such. Never post test imprints.
Test prints are not logged in the postage
registers.
Setting a test imprint
• Set the desired parameters for the franking
imprint (advert, SMS-text etc.).
• Press the PRODUCT button in the Home
screen.
• Set the desired product.
Once all necessary mailing data are set, you
can perform a test print. The TEST PRINT
PRODUCT option is shown at the end of the
additional services list.
• Choose TEST PRINT PRODUCT.
PostBase prompts you to position a letter.
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Printing the test print on an envelope
• Insert an empty envelope (or a postcard) in
the hand feed tray:
– side to be printed face up
– the top edge must touch the letter guide
face.
• Push the envelope in direction of the arrow.
PostBase takes up the envelope, prints the
test print and discharges the envelope to the
right.
Printing the test print on a label (optional)
• Choose LABEL to print the test print on a
label.
PostBase prints the test print on a label and
discharges the label to the right.
Positioning an envelope at the feeder
(optional)
• Position a letter on the feeder:
– side to be printed face up
– the top edge must touch the letter guide
face.
Or, if a letter has already been positioned:
• Choose FEEDER.
PostBase seizes the envelope, prints the test
print and discharges the envelope to the
right.
Letter guide face
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Checking the print quality
Make sure the PostBase always provides
clean and legible franking imprints.
• Check the print quality. There must not be
any offsets, blurred or blank spots. Pay
special attention to the data matrix symbol
(if any).
This illustration shows a perfect imprint.
When there are offsets / shifts in the imprint:
• Align the ink cartridges.
When there are blurred or blank spots in the
imprint:
• Clean print system.
Data matrix symbol
Offset
Blank spots
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Technical Data
Dimensions
– Length
310 mm (12.2") – housing
146 mm (5.7") – hand feed tray / sealer
385 mm (15.2") – feeder
280 mm (11") – slope
320 mm / 445 mm (12.6" / 17.5") – catch tray min / max
– Width
345 mm (13.6")
390 mm (15.4") – with slope
– Height
300 mm (11.8") – with weighing platform
Weight
8.9 kg (19.6 lb) – franking machine
0.6 kg (1.3 lb) – hand feed tray
0.6 kg (1.3 lb) – sealer
7.3 kg (16.1 lb) – feeder
2.6 kg (5.7 lb) – slope
0.9 kg (2 lb) – catch tray
Power connection
– franking machine
100 - 240 V / 2.0 A / 50 - 60 Hz
– feeder
100 - 240 V / 2.0 A / 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption
– franking machine
80 W, Energy Star
< 1 W (switched off)
< 7 W (standby)
– feeder
80 W
Battery
3,6 V / 2 Ah / 20 mA order no. 90.4701.8004.00
Display
TFT, 480 x 272 pixels, with touch panel, backlit
Print system
– Print technology
inkjet, 2 ink cartridges
– Printing area
max. 185 mm x 25 mm (7.3" x 1")
– Print resolution
≥ 300 dpi
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Subject to short-term modification.
Performance
Up to 65 letters/min (depending on machine
configuration, envelope size / content, imprint length,
machine state and operating mode)
Noise emission
< 60 dB(A) franking machine (stand alone)
< 70 dB(A) franking machine with feeder
Operating conditions
+15°C to +35°C (59°F to 95°F)
Only use in closed rooms
Do not expose to direct sunlight
Rel. humidity 15% to 80% non-condensing
Weighing area
3 g to 7000 g (0.1 oz to 15 lb)
Ink cartridges
Ink cartridges
FP cartridge kit for PostBase
Operating and storage
conditions
+15°C to +35°C (59°F to 95°F)
Use in closed rooms only
Do not expose to direct sunlight
Relative humidity 20% to 70%, non-condensing
Safety data sheet for users available at
www.fp-francotyp.de/en/material-safety-data-sheets-msds.
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Subject to short-term modification.
Mail piece specifications
Format
105 mm x 148 mm up to 250 mm x 353 mm
(3" x 5" up to 10" x 14")
(Postcard format up to ISO B4)
Thickness
up to 10 mm (0.4")
(franking without usage of sealing function)
Material
Ink-absorbent material (suitable for inkjet printing)
No dark paper
No glossy coating on the surface to frank
No bubble-foil material
No corrugated board
No extremely fibrous paper on which the data matrix symbol
could smear
Labels
self-adhesive labels
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Subject to short-term modification.
Envelope specifications for automatic sealing (feeder)
Format
105 mm x 148 mm up to 250 mm x 353 mm
(3" x 5" up to 10" x 14")
(up to ISO B4)
Thickness
up to 7 mm (0.3")
Material
Envelopes must be suitable for sealing by machine.
The flap must be at the envelope’s long side.
Sealing area
Sufficient closure can only achieved with continuous sealing
area.
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License
This is a copy of the current LICENSE file inside the CVS repository.
LICENSE ISSUES
==============
The OpenSSL toolkit stays under a dual license, i.e. both the conditions of
the OpenSSL License and the original SSLeay license apply to the toolkit.
See below for the actual license texts. Actually both licenses are BSD-style
Open Source licenses. In case of any license issues related to OpenSSL
please contact [email protected].
OpenSSL License
---------------
/* ====================================================================
* Copyright (c) 1998-2011 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved.
*
* Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without
* modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions
* are met:
*
* 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright
* notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
*
* 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright
* notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in
* the documentation and/or other materials provided with the
* distribution.
*
* 3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this
* software must display the following acknowledgment:
* "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project
* for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/)"
*
* 4. The names "OpenSSL Toolkit" and "OpenSSL Project" must not be used to
* endorse or promote products derived from this software without
* prior written permission. For written permission, please contact
* [email protected].
*
* 5. Products derived from this software may not be called "OpenSSL"
* nor may "OpenSSL" appear in their names without prior written
* permission of the OpenSSL Project.
*
* 6. Redistributions of any form whatsoever must retain the following
* acknowledgment:
* "This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project
* for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/)"
*
* THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE OpenSSL PROJECT ``AS IS'' AND ANY
* EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
* IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
* PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE OpenSSL PROJECT OR
* ITS CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
* SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT
* NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES;
* LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
* HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
* STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE)
* ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED
* OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
* ====================================================================
*
Appendix – License
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* This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young
* ([email protected]). This product includes software written by Tim
* Hudson ([email protected]).
*
*/
Original SSLeay License
-----------------------
/* Copyright (C) 1995-1998 Eric Young ([email protected])
* All rights reserved.
*
* This package is an SSL implementation written
* by Eric Young ([email protected]).
* The implementation was written so as to conform with Netscapes SSL.
*
* This library is free for commercial and non-commercial use as long as
* the following conditions are aheared to. The following conditions
* apply to all code found in this distribution, be it the RC4, RSA,
* lhash, DES, etc., code; not just the SSL code. The SSL documentation
* included with this distribution is covered by the same copyright terms
* except that the holder is Tim Hudson ([email protected]).
*
* Copyright remains Eric Young's, and as such any Copyright notices in
* the code are not to be removed.
* If this package is used in a product, Eric Young should be given attribution
* as the author of the parts of the library used.
* This can be in the form of a textual message at program startup or
* in documentation (online or textual) provided with the package.
*
* Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without
* modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions
* are met:
* 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the copyright
* notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
* 2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright
* notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the
* documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
* 3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software
* must display the following acknowledgement:
* "This product includes cryptographic software written by
* Eric Young ([email protected])"
* The word 'cryptographic' can be left out if the rouines from the library
* being used are not cryptographic related :-).
* 4. If you include any Windows specific code (or a derivative thereof) from
* the apps directory (application code) you must include an acknowledgement:
* "This product includes software written by Tim Hudson ([email protected])"
*
* THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY ERIC YOUNG ``AS IS'' AND
* ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
* IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
* ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE
* FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
* DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS
* OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION)
* HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT
* LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY
* OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
* SUCH DAMAGE.
*
* The licence and distribution terms for any publically available version or
* derivative of this code cannot be changed. i.e. this code cannot simply be
* copied and put under another distribution licence
* [including the GNU Public Licence.]
*/
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United States Patents
Following patents and applications for patents, designs and trademarks are reserved
for the franking machine PostBase ™.
US 5671146, US 5699415, US 5790768, US 6247774, US 6594648, US 6625741,
US 6629084, US 6698953, US 6733194, US 6739245, US 6771179, US 6853986
US 6953234, US 6954149, US 7043631, US 7343359, US 7437756, US 7606264,
US 7610501, US 7694010, US 7724905, US 7996884, US 8091979, US11/099364,
US11/229466, US11/642122, US12/034768, US12/036558, US12/201100,
US12/252679, US12/336852, US12/427038, US13/251454, US13/286389,
US13/194373, US29/405873, US29/405874, US29/405875, US29/405876
US85/405623, US85/390545
An update is published on our website.
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Service
Every PostBase mailing system is thoroughly
checked before leaving the factory. Should any
faults occur with your PostBase mailing system in
spite of our extensive quality control, please contact
Francotyp-Postalia help line.
Our main office will be pleased to tell you the
address of your local servicing dealer.
Warranty
For warranty information, refer to the country-spe-
cific Addendum to the Operator Manual (if available in
your country).
Francotyp-Postalia applies DQS-certificated inte-
grated management systems with quality and envi-
ronmental management (DIN EN ISO 9001, 14001).
These are valid for design and manufacturing of
franking machines and postal equipment.
(registration no: 275570 QM 08, UM)
Service / warranty