Page 2 - Contents
Lock Class Funds Menu *#_ GHI PQRS Back ABC JKL TUV Space DEF MNO WXYZ Shift . Review no yes Enter Digit al Po stage Mete r Oper ating Guid e Lock Class Funds Menu *#_ GHI PQRS Back ABC JKL TUV Space DEF MNO WXYZ Shift . Review no yes Enter Quick Install Guide Sample Pack of Tape Sheets Phone Cord P...
Page 3 - THE METER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT POSTAGE.; mailstation 2TM CD Installation; Turn to; do not; Preparing your computer; mailstation 2
NOTE: THE METER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT POSTAGE. You transfer funds to the meter as part of the setup process mailstation 2™ CD Installation Set-up: Using PC mail station ™ Application CD 1 If your PC has an Internet connection: Place the mailstation 2 ™ CD into the CD ROM drive. Follow the instructions ...
Page 4 - Install optional scale; Follow the instructions presented on your; Next; FPO
4 Install optional scale Position the scale on top of the meter as shown. Connect the scale cable to the scale connector on the back of the mailstation 2™ at the scale icon. Tighten the screws to ensure a secure connection.If you want to place the scale in a different location, an optional four-foot...
Page 5 - Connect the USB cable to the back of the meter.; Connect Power; Plug the power cord into the unit as shown and into a convenient; not controlled by a switch or power strip; tells you when it can communicate with the meter.
Follow the instructions presented on your computer screen 5 Connect the Meter to the Computer Set-up: Using PC Connect the USB cable to the back of the meter. Connect the other end of the cable to the PC. NOTE: For printing postage, the mailstation 2 ™ does not have to be connected to a computer. Ho...
Page 6 - Click; on the screen to begin installing the ink cartridge.; Install Ink Cartridge; If the cartridge is not visible, close the cover, and; Enter; Press unlock symbol to open ink cartridge latch.
1. Click Next on the screen to begin installing the ink cartridge. A 7 Install Ink Cartridge Set-up: Using PC 2. Lift the cover. Note: If the cartridge is not visible, close the cover, and on the postage meter press the Enter key. 3. Press unlock symbol to open ink cartridge latch. 4. Remove and dis...
Page 8 - To continue, close the cover and on the meter press; If the new ink cartridge is in place, click; Yes
F To continue, close the cover and on the meter press Enter . G If the new ink cartridge is in place, click Yes . 7 Install Ink Cartridge (continued) H Ink preparation takes about 2 minutes to complete. Set-up: Using PC 6
Page 9 - Create a Test print; When prompted, insert a spare envelope or a tape sheet; Not OK; to perform additional; OK; To print correctly, insert
8 Create a Test print Set-up: Using PC When prompted, insert a spare envelope or a tape sheet for a test print. If the test print is poor, click Not OK to perform additional printer maintenance and print another test image.If the test print is good, click OK . ATTENTION To print correctly, insert ta...
Page 10 - Connect to Pitney Bowes Data Center; Updating Your Software
9 Connect to Pitney Bowes Data Center Set-up: Using PC Your postage meter does not come with pre-loaded postage.The mailstation 2 ™ will connect to the Pitney Bowes Data Center to automatically download a basic amount of postage to your meter.You may then print a receipt for the postage that is down...
Page 11 - Your; TM is Operational
11 Congratulations! Your mailstation 2 ™ is Operational Set-up: Using PC Your system is now ready to use. You have the option to:• See a demonstration of how to weigh and print postage• Use the mailstation 2 ™ • Exit the software and use your meter to print postage. Also use the Quick Reference Guid...
Page 13 - If you are using a DSL line you should use a DSL filter; For printing postage, the; ATTENTION; Connect Phone Cord; Phone; Set-up Using an Analog Phone Line
Connect the phone cord to the mailstation 2 ™ and the other end to an analog phone line. The following are usually analog lines:• Fax lines• Lines used by modems or credit card readers• Residential phone lines If you are using a DSL line you should use a DSL filter obtained from your DSL provider. N...
Page 14 - Power; Alternative Set-up: Using an Analog Phone Line
2 Install optional scale Position the scale on top of the meter as shown. Connect the scale cable to the scale connector on the back of the mailstation 2™ at the scale icon. Tighten the screws to ensure a secure connection.If you want to place the scale in a different location, an optional four-foot...
Page 15 - Press the; key on the control panel.
Alternative Set-up: Using an Analog Phone Line 4 Install Ink Cartridge Add ink cartridge.Continue - Press Enter. A 1. Press the Enter key on the control panel. 2. Lift the cover. NOTE: If the carriage is not visible close the cover and press Enter. 4. Remove and discard the yellow insert. 3. Press u...
Page 17 - Create a Test Print; When prompted, insert a spare envelope or a tape sheet for; Good test print - no missing inside lines; yes
5 Create a Test Print When prompted, insert a spare envelope or a tape sheet for a test print. ATTENTION To print correctly, insert tape or envelope against the rear and side walls. The system will detect the envelope and automatically begin printing. Good test print - no missing inside lines Poor t...
Page 18 - If you are using the same analog line as the fax machine,
6 Connect to Pitney Bowes Data Center Your postage meter does not come with pre-loaded postage. Any postage that may be included in your order is on your account. You must connect to the Pitney Bowes Data Center to download postage from your account to the meter. • If the connection is successful th...
Page 19 - is Operational; Your system is now ready to use. To enter postage, see Quick
8 Congratulations! Your mailstation 2™ is Operational Your system is now ready to use. To enter postage, see Quick Reference Guide or type in postage amount.Also use the Quick Reference Guide under your mailstation 2™ for How To’s on:• Printing Postage• Locking the mailstation 2™ • Replacing Ink Car...
Page 20 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting No Dial Tone- Check that you are using an analog line such as a) most fax machine lines b) lines used by computer modem or credit card reader c) residential phone lines Check that you have entered a dialing prefix if your phone system needs a code to reach an outside line. If you are...
Page 21 - Contact List; If You Need Assistance
Contact List If You Need Assistance • Product Name: mailstation 2™ • For Setup or Getting Started questions, call 1-877-817-2463 • For product support, go to: http://support.pb.com/K7M0 • To order Pitney Bowes supplies and accessories, call 1-800-243-7824 or go to: www.pb.com and click on Online Sto...