B.C. Time Recorders TCX 21 User Manual

TCX-21

Electronic Time Clock

Operation Manual

Safety

1. Installation, maintenance, etc, of this apparatus should only be
performed by a qualified electrician.

2. The power cord may be used as a 2-pole main disconnect device.
Therefore, always place the electrical outlet for the power cord close
to the equipment.

Proprietary Notice

This document contains proprietary information and such information
may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the written
permission from Amano Cincinnati, Inc., 140 Harrison Avenue,
Roseland, New Jersey, 07068.

Amano Cincinnati, Inc. reserves the right to make equipment changes
and improvements which may not be reflected in this document.
Portions of this document may have been updated to include the latest
hardware or firmware version, if applicable.

We recommend that this document be read in its entirety before any
attempt is made to operate the equipment.

Specifications

Power Requirements: AC100V ± 10%, 50/60Hz

AC120V ± 10%, 60Hz

AC230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
Ambient Temperature: -10°C to 45°C (14°F to 113°F)
Ambient Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Dimensions: 6 7/8” (175 mm) wide x 8 1/4” (210 mm) high x

6 1/4”(159 mm) deep
Weight: 3.196 Kg (7 lbs.)
Environment: Indoor use only; dust-free environment. Keep

out of direct sunlight

External View

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Removing the Cover & Packing Materials

1. Turn the key clockwise to
unlock the cover.

2. Lift the cover up, then pull it
towards you to remove it.

3. Lift the printer block and
remove the spacer.

4. Remove the spacer between
the Ribbon Cartridge and the
Printer Carriage.

5. Re-install the cover. Your
TCX-21 is ready for use!

Internal View

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Power Connection

Before connecting power, verify that the AC outlet voltage falls in the
range of 100-240 Volts AC and that the power cord and plug are
appropriate for your AC source. Plug the power cord into a properly
grounded 120 or 240 Volt wall outlet.

Wall Mounting

Note: Mounting screw locations should be marked on the wall. Do

not insert a drill bit through the mounting holes of the back plate
when drilling holes.

1. Disconnect the power cord from the power source.

2. Unlock and remove the cover.

3. Locate the teardrop mounting hole and the two 1/4” mounting holes
in the back plate.

4. Approximate the final location of the clock. Insert one #10 wood
screw or equivalent into the wall 1-1/2” (38 mm) from the top center
location of the clock.

5. Hang the clock on the screw using the teardop mounting hole.

6. Secure the clock to the wall by inserting screws through the bottom
two mounting holes.

7. Reconnect the power cord to the power source.

8. Re-install the cover and secure.

Make a Test Print

1. Make sure that there is power to the TCX-21 (Refer to Page 3).

2. Insert a piece of paper or time card into the TCX-21. The clock will
automatically print YEAR, MONTH, DATE and TIME with AM or PM.

3. If the imprint is satisfactory, the TCX-21 is ready for use.

4. If you wish to change the time and/or print style on the TCX-21, you
must enter the Program Mode to make changes to the print style.
Continue to the next page for instructions on programming the TCX­21 to fit your needs.

Adjusting the Margin

1. Unlock and remove the cover.

2. Locate the Card Stopper
Adjustment Screw on the
right side of the clock,
below the printer platen.

3. Position a piece of paper or time
card as desired.

4. Loosen the screw to move the
Card Stopper forward or back.
Tighten the screw as needed.
(See top illustration.) The print
margin can be adjusted to a
maximum of 7/8” (22 mm).

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