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Cygnus MR400 User Manual

Cygnus MR400
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Contents
1
ABOUT THIS MANUAL 1
2
THE MR400 TAXIMETER 2
2.1 This Section 3
2.2 Applying Power to the Meter 3
2.3 The Internal “Battery” 3
2.4 “On” and “Off” Modes – When the taxi is not for hire 4
2.5 “FOR HIRE” Mode – For when the taxi is for hire 5
2.6 “HIRED” Mode – For charging for Time and/or Distance 6
2.7 “STOPPED” Mode – At the end of the journey 7
2.8 Flowchart of the MR400’s Basic Operations 8
2.9 Using the MR400 with a Receipt Printer 9
2.10 What Next? 10
2.11 Flowchart of the MR400’s Advanced Operations 11
3
TARIFFS AND FEATURES WHICH ARE OPTIONAL 12
3.1 Tariffs 12
3.2 Tariff Code Number 13
3.3 What Does all of This Mean? 13
4
PIN NUMBERS 14
4.1 How are PIN Numbers Formed? 14
4.2 The MR400’s Built-In PIN Numbers 14
4.2.1 The “Disable” PIN 14
4.2.2 The “Totals” PIN 15
4.2.3 The Clock Set PIN 15
4.3 The “User” PIN 15
4.4 Entering a PIN 16
4.5 Setting a New PIN 16
5
THE MR400’S “INFO” MENU 17
5.1 Accessing the “Info” Menu 17
5.2 Navigating the “Info” Menu 18
5.3 Driver Log On/Log Off 19
5.4 Time Options 21
5.4.1 Time 21
5.4.2 Date 24
5.4.3 Disable Feature 25
5.5 User Options 27
5.5.1 Display Brightness 28
5.5.2 Sounder Setting 29
5.5.3 Automatic Turn Off Feature 29
5.5.4 User PIN 31
5.5.5 The User PIN Submenus 32
5.5.6 Comms Options 33
5.5.7 Baud Rate 34
5.5.8 Parity 35
5.5.9 MDT Mode 36
5.6 Tariff and Software Information 37
5.6.1 Serial Number 37
5.6.2 Tariff Code 38

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Cygnus MR400 Specifications

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BrandCygnus
ModelMR400
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Manual

The MR400 Taximeter

2.1 This Section

Overview of the section's contents and other features.

2.2 Applying Power to the Meter

Instructions on how to connect and power up the taximeter.

2.3 The Internal "Battery"

Details about the MR400's internal rechargeable battery.

2.4 "On" and "Off" Modes

Describes meter states when the taxi is not for hire.

2.5 "FOR HIRE" Mode

Explains the meter state when the taxi is available for hire.

2.6 "HIRED" Mode

Details the meter state for charging for time and/or distance.

2.7 "STOPPED" Mode

Describes the meter state at the end of a journey.

2.8 Flowchart of the MR400's Basic Operations

Visual guide illustrating the basic operational modes.

2.9 Using the MR400 with a Receipt Printer

Instructions for printing receipts and journey totals.

2.10 What Next?

Guidance on accessing further features and menus.

2.11 Flowchart of the MR400's Advanced Operations

Visual guide illustrating advanced operational features.

Tariffs and Features Which Are Optional

3.1 Tariffs

Explains the importance of tariff programming for meter functionality.

3.2 Tariff Code Number

Details on how to find and utilize the tariff code.

3.3 What Does All of This Mean?

Explains potential differences in meter behavior based on configuration.

PIN Numbers

4.1 How Are PIN Numbers Formed?

Outlines the rules and format for creating PIN numbers.

4.2 The MR400's Built-In PIN Numbers

Provides an overview of the pre-programmed PINs.

4.2.1 The "Disable" PIN

Details the PIN used to control meter usage by date.

4.2.2 The "Totals" PIN

Explains the PIN for access control and driver management.

4.2.3 The Clock Set PIN

Describes the PIN used for setting the meter's clock.

4.3 The "User" PIN

Allows setting custom PINs for disable and totals functions.

4.4 Entering a PIN

Details the procedure for entering a PIN number.

4.5 Setting a New PIN

Explains the process for setting a new PIN.

The MR400's "Info" Menu

5.1 Accessing the "Info" Menu

Instructions on how to enter the Info Menu.

5.2 Navigating the "Info" Menu

Guidance on moving through the Info Menu structure.

5.3 Driver Log On/Log Off

Process for logging driver activity on the taximeter.

5.4 Time Options

Settings related to the meter's time and date.

5.4.1 Time

Viewing and adjusting the meter's internal clock.

5.4.2 Date

Displays the meter's current date.

5.4.3 Disable Feature

Allows setting a date to disable the meter's functionality.

5.5 User Options

Customizing various aspects of the MR400's operation.

5.5.1 Display Brightness

Adjusting the brightness level of the meter's display.

5.5.2 Sounder Setting

Enabling or disabling the meter's audible sounds.

5.5.3 Automatic Turn Off Feature

Prevents battery drain by automatically timing out.

5.5.4 User PIN

Setting custom PINs for Disable and Totals functions.

5.5.5 The User PIN Submenus

Details on setting User Disable and Totals PINs.

5.5.6 Comms Options

Configuring serial communication interface settings.

5.5.7 Baud Rate

Setting the speed of the serial communication link.

5.5.8 Parity

Setting the parity for serial communication.

5.5.9 MDT Mode

Setting for Mobile Data Terminal interface.

5.6 Tariff and Software Information

Accessing meter software and tariff details.

5.6.1 Serial Number

Displays the meter's unique serial number.

5.6.2 Tariff Code

Displays the code for the current tariff.

5.6.3 Receipt Code

Displays the code for the current receipt format.

5.6.4 Contact Information

Dealer contact details programmed into the meter.

5.6.5 Software Information Sub-Menu

Details on software version, build, and load dates.

5.7 Vehicle Options

Settings related to the vehicle's configuration.

5.7.1 Calibration

Setting pulses per mile/km for accurate distance measurement.

5.7.2 Pulse Check

Verifies the vehicle's pulse signal without removing seals.

5.7.3 Speedometer

Displays the vehicle's current speed.

5.7.4 Speed Alarms

Allows setting speed limit warnings.

5.7.5 Hire Sign Detection

Detects failures in the taxi sign lamps.

5.7.6 Payment Lamp

Illuminates the payment lamp when the vehicle is stationary.

5.7.7 Door Handle Illumination

Illuminates door handles in FOR HIRE mode.

5.8 Totals Config

Configures the meter's totals system.

5.8.1 Totals System

Chooses between Basic and Log On totals systems.

Totals and Conditional Access

6.1 Totals

Records vehicle usage data like money earned and distances.

6.2 Conditional Access

Restricts access to functions using PIN numbers.

6.3 The Totals Systems

Description of the available totals system types.

6.4 The Totals Information Stored by the MR400

Lists the data points recorded by the meter.

6.5 Totals "Banks"

Explanation of resettable and permanent totals storage.

6.6 Reading the Totals

Instructions on how to view recorded totals data.

6.7 Displaying/Printing Journey Summary Information

Viewing and printing individual journey records.

6.8 Clearing the Totals

Procedure to clear the resettable totals.

6.9 Totals Reorganisation

Process for managing memory space for totals data.

The Totals/Conditional Access Systems

7.1 Basic System

Totals system that does not require a PIN for access.

7.2 Log on with Totals PIN

Totals system requiring a PIN for meter access.

Other Features

8.1 Multiple Extras

Functionality for adding multiple named extra charges.

8.2 Totalling the Fare and Extras

Combining fare and extras to display a total.

8.3 The Time Charging Symbol

Indicator showing when the meter is charging by time.

8.4 Progress Indicator

Visual feedback on progress through a fare increment.

8.5 "Tariff Year" Indicator

Displays the tariff year upon entering FOR HIRE mode.

8.6 Tip/Gratuity

Allows recording received tips or gratuities.

8.7 Rate Selection

Using alternative buttons for selecting the active rate.

8.8 Movement Warning in STOPPED Mode

Audible warning for low speed when in STOPPED mode.

8.9 Real Time Clock (“Calendar Control”) Override

Overriding date/time for rate selection.

Messages/Glossary

Glossary of Terms and Messages

Reference guide for understanding meter messages and abbreviations.

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