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Pitney Bowes PCN 9H00 User Manual

Pitney Bowes PCN 9H00
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Shipping & Mailing
Postage Meters
SendPro® C Auto
PCN 9H00
Operator Guide
US English Edition
SV63245 Rev G
July 13, 2023

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Pitney Bowes PCN 9H00 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPitney Bowes
ModelPCN 9H00
CategoryPostal Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Quick Start Guide

Finding the Product Code Number (PCN) and serial number

Locate the device's Product Code Number (PCN) and 7-digit serial number on the label.

Navigating the Home screen

Understand the SendPro C Auto's Home screen layout for creating labels and printing postage.

Printing a shipping label or printing postage on an envelope

Learn to create shipping labels or print postage on envelopes from the Home screen.

Printing a shipping label

Step-by-step guide to print shipping labels using Trackable Labels or Shipping Labels.

Enabling Cost Accounts for shipping labels

Configure Cost Accounts to track shipping label expenses and postage refills.

Adding an Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes account

Set up an account to track postage costs specifically for envelope printing.

Navigating the Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes app

Explore the Envelope Printing app for postage on envelopes and tapes.

Feeding envelopes

Instructions for correctly loading envelopes into the device's feeder.

Printing postage on tapes

Learn how to print postage directly onto tape for application on envelopes.

Sending a First-Class Mail envelope

Guide to sending First-Class Mail envelopes, including standard letters and large envelopes.

Sending a large First-Class® envelope

Determine how to classify and send large envelopes using First-Class Mail.

Sending Certified Mail

Process for sending mail with proof of mailing and receipt upon arrival.

Sending an international letter

Steps for sending letters from the United States to other countries.

Sending mail using a Certificate of Mailing

Obtain proof of mailing for letters or packages via USPS Certificate of Mailing.

Using USPS special services

Select and use additional USPS services like Certified Mail and Insured Mail.

Updating postal rates or software for printing on envelopes

Manage automatic and manual updates for postal rates and device software.

Adding or refilling postage for printing on envelopes

Replenish postage funds for the Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes balance.

Sealing envelopes and printing postage

Use the moistener to seal envelopes before printing postage.

Filling the moistener tank

Instructions on how to refill the device's moistener tank with sealing solution.

Replacing the ink cartridge

Procedure for replacing the ink cartridge when the low ink warning appears.

Printing a test pattern

Print a test pattern to verify printhead function and ink cartridge status.

Adding favorite apps

Customize the Home screen by adding frequently used apps to favorites.

Creating presets for printing postage

Create and save custom settings for common postage printing tasks.

Selecting a preset for printing postage

Quickly apply saved settings by selecting a preset for postage printing.

Ordering supplies from your device

Order necessary supplies, ink cartridges, and options directly from the device.

Connectivity Information

Setting up a wired network connection

Connect your SendPro C Auto to the network using a wired Ethernet cable.

Setting up a wireless (Wi-Fi) network connection

Connect your device to a wireless network by selecting your Wi-Fi network.

Connecting to a hidden Wi-Fi network

Add a network manually if your Wi-Fi network is not visible in the list.

Forgetting a Wi-Fi network

Remove a previously connected Wi-Fi network to prevent automatic connection.

Checking your network connection

Use the Network Connection app to diagnose and verify internet connectivity.

Finding the MAC address for wired and wireless networks

Locate the device's MAC address for both wired and wireless network connections.

Setting up a Proxy server

Configure proxy server settings for network access, contacting IT for details.

Managing Your Device

Creating or disabling the security PIN

Set up or change a 4-digit PIN to prevent unauthorized use of your device.

Adjusting time zone and scale location code

Modify location code and time zone settings when moving the device or installing a scale.

Adjusting display brightness

Customize the display's brightness level to suit your workspace.

Adding favorite apps

Personalize the Home screen by adding frequently used apps to a favorites list.

Setting up the Energy Saver

Configure the energy saver to reduce power consumption by setting inactivity timers.

Using USPS Informed Delivery

Preview mail and manage packages with USPS Informed Delivery service.

Installing a scale

Follow step-by-step instructions for installing compatible scales.

Uploading system logs

Upload system logs to Pitney Bowes support for troubleshooting.

Printing Shipping Labels

Signing in to and out of the Trackable Labels or Shipping Labels app

Learn how to sign in to and out of your shipping accounts for label creation.

Printing a shipping label

Detailed instructions on creating and printing shipping labels for various carriers.

Comparing rates when printing a shipping label

Compare shipping rates from different carriers for each mailpiece or package.

Creating a new sender address for shipping labels

Add multiple sender addresses to the Address Book for shipping labels.

Editing the sender address for shipping labels

Modify existing sender addresses within the shipping labels Address Book.

Printing an international shipping label

Guide to printing international labels, including customs information.

Printing a USPS return shipping label

Generate a USPS return label for recipients to ship items back to you.

Printing a USPS scan form

Enable and print USPS SCAN forms to streamline shipping label scanning.

Reprinting a USPS, UPS or FedEx shipping label

Print a shipping label again if it did not print correctly.

Canceling a UPS or FedEx shipping label

Cancel a UPS or FedEx shipping label to stop postage appearing on your invoice.

Getting a USPS refund for a shipping label

Request a USPS refund for shipping labels, including international packages.

Managing Shipping Labels

Using the Address Book

Add, edit, and delete recipient addresses for shipping labels.

Enabling Cost Accounts for shipping labels

Track shipping label costs by assigning them to specific accounts.

Changing the default refill amounts for shipping labels

Set or change the default amount for refilling postage for shipping labels.

Turning on address autofill for shipping labels

Enable address autofill to speed up address entry when creating shipping labels.

Adding new addresses to the shipping labels Address Book

Add single addresses or import multiple addresses into the Address Book.

Refilling postage for shipping labels

Replenish postage for your shipping labels account.

Setting an alert when shipping label postage refill is pending

Configure alerts for pending shipping label postage refills.

Setting up your FedEx account

Configure your FedEx account through SendPro Online or PitneyShip.

Setting up your UPS account

Configure your UPS account through SendPro Online or PitneyShip.

Setting up default printing options

Define default print settings for shipping labels, including format and receipt printing.

Managing email notifications for shipping labels

Configure email notifications for tracking numbers, delivery confirmations, and refunds.

Setting the default address for USPS return labels

Set a default recipient address for all USPS return labels.

Determining how you spend your shipping labels postage

View the Shipment report to analyze postage spending by carrier.

Removing funds

Procedure for withdrawing funds from your shipping account.

Printing on Envelopes

Navigating the Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes app

Access the Envelope Printing app for printing postage on envelopes and tapes.

Printing postage on tapes

Instructions for printing postage onto tape strips.

Checking the available funds for printing postage

View your current postage balance available for printing on the device.

Adding or refilling postage for printing on envelopes

Add or refill postage funds for the Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes balance.

Sending a First-Class Mail envelope

Guide for sending First-Class Mail envelopes, including letters and large envelopes.

Sending a large First-Class® envelope

Classify and send large envelopes using First-Class Mail service.

Sending Certified Mail

Process for sending mail with proof of mailing and delivery receipt.

Sending an international letter

Steps to send letters internationally from the United States.

Sending mail using a Certificate of Mailing

Obtain proof of mailing for letters or packages using USPS Certificate of Mailing.

Advancing the date

Set postage to print up to thirty days before the mail date.

Printing postage without a date for pre-printed mailpieces

Print postage without a date on pre-printed return envelopes or cards.

Printing additional postage

Add more postage to an envelope or print it on a tape strip.

Re-dating your mail

Change the postage date on an envelope if mail pickup was missed.

Using USPS special services

Select and apply additional USPS services like Insurance or Registered Mail.

Entering the weight manually when printing postage

Manually enter the weight of a mailpiece when not using the scale.

Using the scale when printing postage

Use the integrated scale to weigh mail and calculate correct postage.

Sealing envelopes without printing postage

Use Seal Only mode to seal envelopes without printing postage.

Sealing envelopes and printing postage

Seal envelopes using the moistener before printing postage.

Zeroing the scale

Reset the scale to zero before weighing mailpieces.

Adding insurance to your mail

Purchase insurance to protect mail against loss, damage, or missing contents.

Adding a graphic to your envelope or tape

Add standard graphic images, like ads or logos, to envelopes or tapes.

Sending mail using Electronic Return Receipt (ERR)

Use Electronic Return Receipt (ERR) for tracking services.

Getting a USPS refund for damaged or incorrectly printed mail

Procedure for obtaining a refund for damaged or incorrectly printed mail.

Creating a custom text message for your mail

Create a custom text message, up to 5 lines, for envelopes or tapes.

Managing Printing on Envelopes

Confirming your meter update

Check for the latest rates and software updates for your device.

Changing the default refill amount for printing postage

Set or modify the default refill amount for postage.

Uploading postage transactions

Understand automatic and manual uploading of postage transaction data.

Clearing or resetting the number of mailpieces sent

Delete or reset the piece counter information for mailpieces sent.

Performing USPS postal inspections for postage printing

Complete required USPS postal inspections via balance inquiry or postage refill.

Updating postal rates or software for printing on envelopes

Manage automatic and manual updates for postal rates and software.

Confirm the effective date for postal rates

Verify the effective dates of the latest postal rates downloaded to your device.

Setting the low funds warning for printing postage

Configure a warning for when postage funds reach a specific low amount.

Setting up a mailer ID

Enter your 9-digit USPS Mailer ID for Electronic Return Receipt (ERR).

Updating the ZIP code

Correctly set the ZIP code for device printing based on mail pickup location.

What is Accounting

Understand the accounting feature for tracking postage usage by department.

Turning Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes account passwords on or off for printing postage

Enable or disable account passwords to protect against unauthorized access.

Adding an Envelope Printing or Print on Envelopes account

Create new accounts, including optional descriptions and passwords, for cost tracking.

Editing an account

Modify account details such as name, description, status, or password.

Making an account inactive

Set an account status to inactive to prevent postage charges against it.

Deleting an account

Remove an account and its data; ensure data is not needed before deletion.

Creating presets for printing postage

Save commonly used settings as presets for faster postage printing.

Viewing presets for printing postage

Access and review saved presets to view their stored settings.

Selecting a preset for printing postage

Quickly apply a group of settings by selecting and applying a preset.

Modifying presets for printing postage

Rename, replace default, or delete existing presets.

Setting the default preset reset timer

Adjust the inactivity timer for resetting the device to default preset settings.

View and Print Reports

Viewing a receipt when refilling postage

Access and view receipts for previous postage refills.

Viewing the total spent on printing postage

Review the total amount spent on postage and the number of pieces printed.

Viewing the refill history for printing postage

View a report detailing all your postage refill history.

Printing a funds report

Generate a report showing the total number of mailpieces sent.

Running account reports

Generate reports on postage spending for specific accounts over time.

Emailing an account report

Email account reports to track departmental or client postage expenses.

Setting the report period for an account

Define the start and end dates for account report periods.

Setting the account report preferences

Configure report preferences for account level and identification method.

Creating a shipping report

View and print a summary of past shipping labels with key details.

Creating a USPS shipping label refund report

View and print all requested USPS shipping label refunds.

Maintenance

Checking the postage print quality

Perform a test print to check the quality of postage printed on envelopes or tapes.

Printing a test pattern

Print a test pattern to verify printhead function and ink levels.

Checking the ink level

View the current ink level to ensure adequate ink for printing.

Replacing the ink cartridge

Procedure for replacing the ink cartridge when a low ink warning appears.

Changing the ink waste pad

Manage the ink waste pad, including purchasing replacements and replacing the pad.

Cleaning the printhead

Clean the printhead if test prints show poor quality or missing lines.

Installing the printhead

Procedure for installing a new printhead when print quality is poor.

Cleaning the moistener brush and wick assembly

Clean the moistener brush and wick if envelopes are not sealing properly.

Filling the moistener tank

Refill the moistener tank with E-Z Seal solution for proper envelope sealing.

Feeding envelopes

Instructions for loading envelopes into the feeder correctly.

Moving the SendPro C Auto

Safely move the device across a room or to a new facility.

Supplies

Ordering supplies from your device

Order supplies, ink cartridges, and accessories directly from the device's Supplies app.

Supplies, ink cartridges, and options

List of available supplies, ink cartridges, and options with item numbers.

Device Information

USPS requirements

Understand basic USPS requirements for metered mail and device registration.

Key in Postage

Explanation of how USPS requires postage to be calculated using a scale.

Sections of the meter impression

Identify the elements included in the meter impression on mailpieces.

Finding the SendPro application software version

Check the current version of the SendPro application software running on the device.

Postal Security Device

Information about the Postal Security Device (PSD) that secures postage funds.

Parts of the SendPro C Auto

Familiarize yourself with the various parts and components of the SendPro C Auto.

Connections on the back

Identify the ports available on the back of the device.

Specifications

Review technical specifications including power, temperature, and throughput.

Material specifications

Details on envelope sizes, flap depth, thickness, weight, and tape size.

Contacting Pitney Bowes

Contacting Pitney Bowes

Information on how to contact Pitney Bowes Technical Support for assistance.

Safety

Lithium Ion Battery

Information on the proper recycling or disposal of the device's lithium ion battery.

Agency Compliance Information

Details on agency compliance can be found in the product's user guide.

Important Safety Notes

General safety precautions for operating office equipment and specific warnings.

Note for California Customers Only on all Models

Notice regarding perchlorate material in batteries, as required by California law.

Third party software

Third party software

List of third-party software incorporated into the product and their licenses.

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