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ESS DS200 - User Manual

ESS DS200
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DS200
®
Digital Precinct
Scanner
Poll Worker Guide
EVS 6.0.2.1
Firmware 2.17.0.0
v. 1.1.CBB
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Summary

DS200 Digital Precinct Scanner Poll Worker Learning Plan

Learning Objectives

Provides skills for successful DS200 use in jurisdiction.

Agenda

Covers DS200 understanding, usage, and application of learning.

DS200 Digital Precinct Scanner Product Overview

Digital Scanner Components

Preparing the DS200 for Use

DS200 Scanner Setup

Using silver ballot box key and barrel key to open scanner and ballot box.

Powering Up the Scanner

Instructions for powering on the DS200 scanner via barrel key and power button.

Preparing the Printer Tape

Guide to replacing thermal printer tape roll and ensuring correct insertion.

Opening the Polls for Voting

Opening the Poll

Steps to open poll after election definition and admin functions are complete.

Printing the Zero Totals Report

Procedure to print Zero Totals Reports, automatically or on demand.

Go to Voting Mode

Transitioning the DS200 into voting mode to accept ballots.

Assisting Voters with the DS200

Inserting Ballot for Tabulation

Guidance on inserting paper or ExpressVote ballots into the DS200 for scanning.

Ballot Exceptions

Handling ballot exceptions: blank, undervoted, or overvoted ballots.

Unreadable Marks on Ballots

Alerts for unreadable ballot marks and DS200 handling procedures.

End of Voting

Closing the Poll

Steps to close poll using barrel key and screen confirmation.

Power Down Methods

Instructions for powering down the DS200 during early voting or end of day.

Appendix A: Troubleshooting the DS200

DS200 Not Plugged Into Power Source

Troubleshooting steps for when the DS200 screen indicates no power connection.

Reports Not Visible on Paper

Resolving issues where reports generate but do not print on paper.

Cleaning the DS200 Touch Screen & Scanner

Proper cleaning methods for the DS200 touch screen and scanner exterior.

Appendix B: Collapsible Ballot Box Configuration

Appendix B: Collapsible Ballot Box (continued)

Disassembling Carrying Case

Instructions for disassembling the DS200 Collapsible Ballot Box carrying case.

Assembling the Ballot Box

Steps for unfolding and assembling the ballot box walls and lid.

Connecting the Scanner

Guide for sliding the scanner onto the ballot box lid and connecting power.

Appendix B: Collapsible Ballot Box (continued)

Disassembling the Ballot Box

Steps for disassembling the ballot box, folding walls, and storing components.

ESS DS200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Optical Resolution600 dpi
InterfaceUSB 2.0
Scanning TechnologyCIS (Contact Image Sensor)
Color Depth24-bit
Maximum Scan Area8.5 x 36 inches