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User Guide
iX-5
Franking Machine

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

quadient iX-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ConnectivityEthernet, USB
Print TechnologyInkjet
Processing SpeedUp to 15, 000 letters per hour
Weighing PlatformIntegrated weighing platform
Envelope FeedingAutomatic envelope feeding
DisplayTouchscreen display
TechnologyInkjet
SpeedUp to 15, 000 letters per hour
Maximum Print Width2"
Media TypesEnvelopes, labels

Summary

Safety information

Safety Requirements

General safety guidelines and compliance information for operating the equipment.

How to Enable an Emergency Stop

Procedure to immediately stop the machine's operation.

Symbols Used

Explanation of symbols used in the manual for safety and information.

Glossary

Definitions of acronyms and terms used in the manual.

Meet Your Mailing System

System Layout

Identifies and describes the main components of the mailing system.

Accessories

Details optional accessories like USB keyboard, report printer, and barcode scanner.

Control Panel Features

Explains the display areas and buttons on the machine's control panel.

Connections

Describes the various ports and connection types for the mailing system.

Power Management

Information on how the system manages power and Energy Star compliance.

Processing Mail

Preparing and Starting your Work Session

Steps for preparing and starting a mail processing session.

Choosing Imprint Type

Guide to selecting the appropriate imprint type for different mail processing needs.

Processing Examples

Demonstrates various mail processing scenarios and procedures.

Printing [PPI] Mail

Instructions for setting postage and processing Pre-Paid Imprint (PPI) mail.

Payment Surcharge

How to use the payment surcharge feature for underpriced mail.

Settings

Details various system settings related to accounts, rates, and weighing.

Advanced Operations

Covers advanced functions like batch counter resets and label dispenser filling.

Imprints

Imprint Configuration

How to configure imprint elements like date, ERA, and slogan.

Job Memories

Instructions on creating, editing, and using job memories for preset settings.

Money Operations

Overview

Introduction to the Postal Security Device (PSD) and its role as a postage meter.

Managing Credit

How to check and add credit to the PSD for postage operations.

Unlocking the PSD (Postal Inspection)

Procedure to unlock the PSD for postal inspection or manual server connection.

Low Credit Threshold

Setting up warnings for low credit levels in the PSD.

High Value Warnings

Configuring warnings for high postage amounts entered.

Crediting PIN Code

Setting up a PIN code to control access for adding postage.

Credit Reports

Information on generating and viewing credit history and summary reports.

Accounts and Access Control

Postage Tracking and Access Control

Overview of tracking postage by account and controlling user access.

Access Control

Details on implementing PIN codes and access policies for system security.

Account Modes

Explains different account modes for tracking and managing postage expenses.

Creating Accounts

Steps for creating new accounts for cost allocation and tracking.

Managing Accounts

Procedures for displaying, modifying, activating, and deleting accounts.

Import Export Accounts

How to import/export account lists using CSV files and USB keys.

Managing Operators

Creating and managing operators with PIN codes and assigned accounts.

Account/Operator Reports

Generating reports on account usage and operator lists.

Change Current Account

How to switch between different accounts for charging postage.

Rates

Rates

How to select appropriate postal rates for mail processing.

Managing Postal Rates

Procedures for checking rate updates and downloading new postal rates.

Reports

Generating a Report

General steps for generating and displaying various reports.

Available Reports

Lists and describes available reports like account, batch, and usage reports.

Online Services

Online Services Overview

Explains the benefits and features of online services for machine updates and support.

OLS Call Types

Details automatic and manual calls to online services for data upload and feature updates.

System Online Services

Information on Ink Management, Rate Protection, and Account level services.

Configuring your Mailing System

Settings Overview

Differentiates between user and supervisor settings.

Logging in / out as the Supervisor

Procedures for supervisor login and the functions available.

Display Settings

How to adjust display brightness and language.

System Time-outs and Settings

Configuring system motor, sleep, and soft off mode time-outs.

High Value, Low Credit Warnings and PIN Codes

Setting up warnings for high postage amounts and low credit, plus PIN code management.

Weighing Settings

Configuring default weighing types, zeroing the platform, and shipping application settings.

Postage Imprint Default Settings

Setting default rate, ERA, slogan, and printing offset.

Job Memories

How to create, edit, and delete job memories for preset configurations.

Connection Settings

Configuring LAN and postal/online services connection parameters.

Time and Date Management

Checking and adjusting the machine's time and date, and setting automatic date advance.

Options and Updates

Options and Updates Process

Overview of adding new options and updating the system.

Using the Mailbox

How to read and delete messages from the system mailbox.

Managing Options

Displaying and loading new system options.

Managing Slogans

Adding, displaying, modifying, deleting, and downloading slogans.

Managing ERAs

Managing ERAs, similar to slogans, including adding and downloading.

Managing Postal Rates

Checking rate updates and downloading new postal rates.

Managing Prepaid Imprints (PPI's)

Displaying, adding, and deleting PPIs.

Maintaining your Mailing System

Maintaining the Ink Cartridge

Procedures for changing, cleaning, and aligning the ink cartridge.

Filling and Adjusting the Feeder Sealer

Instructions for filling the sealer bottle and cleaning feeder components.

Maintenance Processes

Running registration updates and removing the base unit.

Troubleshooting

Machine Issues

How to clear mail jams in the base and auto-feeder, and clean the cartridge/sealer.

Diagnostics

Accessing diagnostic data to identify system issues and errors.

System Data

How to display software, hardware, and machine counter data.

Specifications

Mail Specifications

Details envelope dimensions and label specifications.

General Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, and power specifications for the system.

Recommended Operating Conditions

Specifies temperature, humidity, and weighing accuracy conditions.

System Specifications

Outlines account and operator limits.

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