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l Okhttp3 which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The license can be
downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source code for this
software is available from http://square.github.io/okhttp/.
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l Org.greenrobot:greendao which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
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l FasterXml.jackson.core:jackson-core which is licensed under the Apache License, Version
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license can be downloaded from: https://github.com/aws/aws-sdkandroid/blob/master/LICENSE.APACHE.txt. The source code for this software is available from
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l Aws-android-sdk-iot which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
license can be downloaded from: https://github.com/aws/aws-sdkandroid/blob/master/LICENSE.APACHE.txt. The source code for this software is available from
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l Aws-android-sdk-s3 which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
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l Nv-websocket-client which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
license can be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source
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l bumptech.glide which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The license can
be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source code for
this software is available from https://github.com/bumptech/glide.
l Jakewharton:butterknife which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
license can be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source
code for this software is available from https://github.com/JakeWharton/butterknife.
l Caverock:androidsvg which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The
license can be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source
code for this software is available from
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l Glassfish:javax.annotation which is dual licensed under the CDDL, Version 1.0, and the GNU
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downloaded from: https://javaee.github.io/glassfish/LICENSE. The source code for this software
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l CalligraphyXamarin which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The license
can be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source code
for this software is available from https://github.com/mikescandy/Calligraphy- xamarin.
l Newtonsoft JSON.NET which is licensed under the MIT License. The license can be downloaded
from: https://github.com/JamesNK/Newtonsoft.Json. The source code for this software is
available from https://github.com/JamesNK/Newtonsoft.Json.
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Third party software
l MaterialChips which is licensed under the Apache License, Version number 2.0. The license can
be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0.html. The source code for
this software is available from https://github.com/DoodleScheduling/android-material-chips.
l Android Open Source Project (“AOSP”), which is licensed under the Apache License, Version
number 2.0. The license can be downloaded from: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-
Opening Manage Accounts in Envelope
Printing displays a white screen198
Unable to print Trackable Labels199
1E35 label printer feeds incorrect label size
when printing a trackable label201
Screen is blank or black203
Mail not weighing correctly or not at all204
Low battery icon appearing on the display206
Date printed on mail is wrong207
Meter making a continuous bell or chiming
sound208
PB Commerce cloud error209
Label not printing and printer green light is
flashing211
A - Browser operations
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1 - Safety
In this section
Important safety and compliance information for your
meter12
Safety
Important safety and compliance information for your
meter
SendPro C200, C300 and C400 (Model 2H00)
Power requirements: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.0A
Operating Temperature: 55°F (13°C) to 95°F (35°C)
Sound Level: Less than or equal to dBA re 20 micro Pascal in accordance with ISO 7779, ISO 3744, or
ISO 3741.
Lithium ion batteries
This product contain a lithium ion battery. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. If you are
leasing this product, you must return it to Pitney Bowes. Alternatively, contact your local waste disposal
or recycle facility for instructions on how to dispose of it properly.
Agency compliance information
Agency Compliance Information can be found in the product’s user guide. The user guide is available for
download at: http://www.pitneybowes.com/us/support.
Important safety notes
Follow the normal safety precautions for all office equipment.
l Please read all instructions before you attempt to operate the system. Save these instructions for
future use.
l Use only Pitney Bowes-approved supplies, in particular aerosol dusters. Improper storage and
use of aerosol dusters or flammable aerosol dusters can cause an explosive-like condition that
could result in personal injury and/or property damage. Never use aerosol dusters labeled
flammable and always read instructions and safety precautions on the duster label.
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Safety
l Use the power cord supplied with the machine and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet
that's located near the machine and easily accessible. Failure to properly ground the machine can
result in severe personal injury and/or fire.
l The power cord wall plug is the primary means of disconnecting the machine from the AC supply.
The unit is on whenever it is plugged into a live receptacle, even though the operator display may
be blank.
l Place the mailing machine base close to an easily accessible wall outlet. DO NOT use a wall outlet
controlled by a wall switch or one that is shared with other equipment.
l Do not use an adapter plug on the line cord or wall outlet.
l Do not remove the ground pin from the line cord.
l Make sure the area in front of the wall outlet into which the machine is plugged is free from
obstruction.
l DO NOT route the power cord over sharp edges or trap it between pieces of furniture. Make sure
there is no strain on the power cord.
l To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT attempt to remove covers or disassemble the
control panel or its base. The cabinet encloses hazardous parts. If you should drop or otherwise
damage the unit, call Pitney Bowes.
l Use only Pitney Bowes approved ink, tape strips, and cleaners. To obtain Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) for OSHA requirements, please go to www.pb.com/msds. When prompted, enter
the product name, manufacturer, the Pitney Bowes MSDS Number, or reorder number of the item
you are interested in.
l Keep fingers, long hair, jewelry and loose clothing away from moving parts at all times.
l Avoid touching moving parts or materials while the machine is in use. Before clearing a stall (jam),
be sure ma- chine mechanisms come to a complete stop.
l To prevent overheating, do not cover the vent openings.
l When removing stalled material, avoid using too much force to protect against minor personal
injury and damage to the equipment.
l Use the equipment only for its intended purpose.
l Always follow the specific occupational safety and health standards prescribed for your workplace.
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Warning! Caution:
In case of an ink spill, leaking ink or excessive ink accumulation, immediately disconnect
the power cord from the wall plug and contact Pitney Bowes. Go to our website at (copy
the URL and paste it into a browser):
Moving mechanism can result in personal injury. Keep hands, long hair, ties, jewelry and
loose clothing away from moving parts.
Radio frequency transmitter compliance information
United States
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Only cables provided with this equipment may be used to ensure compliance with the limits.
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Safety
Caution:
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment contains an FCC approved radio frequency transmitter. An FCC ID number can be
found on the equipment label. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Canada
This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved radio frequency transmitter. An IC certification
number can be found on the equipment label. The separation distance between the user of this
equipment and the transmitting device must be greater than 20cm to ensure compliance with radio
frequency exposure requirements. This transmitting device complies with Industry Canada licenseexempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Japan
This equipment contains a radio frequency transmitter that has been certified for construction design
based on regulations in Radio Law Article 38, Section 24 and the technical specifications in Certification
Ordinance Article 2, Section 1, No. 19, 19-3, and 19-3-2. The certification mark and number is shown on
the equipment’s label.
Brazil
This equipment contains a radio frequency transmitter that has been certified for construction design
based on the General Telecommunications Law and the Radio Law Resolution 242 – General
Regulations on the Certification and Approval of Telecommunication Products. The ANATEL
certification mark is shown on the equipment’s label.
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Safety
Note for California customers only
Batteries in this product contain perchlorate material. California requires perchlorate-containing products
to be accompanied by the following notice: Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See:
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
Servicing
Please refer to the warranty information if problems occur. Failed units will be returned to the Pitney
Bowes U.S. Service Center. For reference purposes, the Pitney Bowes U.S. Service Center contact
address is: Pitney Bowes Inc., 3001 Summer Street, Stamford, CT, 06926.
Home screen overview18
Do I use Trackable Labels or Envelope Printing?20
Use SendPro online for these tasks21
Creating or disabling the security pin22
Managing your Pitney Bowes USPS Postage Funds24
Using the Trackable Labels address book25
Using cost accounts for Trackable Labels26
Viewing the Trackable Label history27
Tracking a shipment28
Adjusting your display29
Installing a scale30
Adjusting time zone and location code31
Signing in and out of Trackable Labels32
Setting up a proxy server33
Getting Started Home Screen
Home screen overview
The Home screen on the SendPro® C-Series machine provides the starting point for creating either a
trackable shipping label or printing postage on an envelope. The application drawer at the bottom of the
screen provides access to information about trackable labels you have already sent (History), trackable
label addresses (Address Book) and accounts you are using to track your postage spending (Cost
Accounts). To view the information tap on the appropriate icon.
To view all of the options in the application drawer, tap the double-headed arrow on the right side of the
application drawer. Other options include the ability to track a shipment (Tracking), visit the USPS postal
website, and order supplies.
Start creating a shipping label by tapping Trackable Labels. Print postage by tapping Envelope Printing.
The global toolbar located at the top of the Home screen appears at the top of every screen within the
Trackable Labels and Envelope Printing applications.
This toolbar allows you to view and change settings and defaults values for your machine and the
Trackable Labels and Envelope Printing applications.
Profile - View your profile (name and email for Trackable Label account), log out, or lock your
SendPro C-Series device.
Settings - View or change your machine and application settings. For your machine, this includes
adjusting the screen brightness, setting sound notification levels, and viewing wireless or Ethernet
connection information. For the Envelope Printing this includes setting up automatic postage refills,
external scales and barcode scanners and performing maintenance on the mail postage printer. For the
Trackable Labels this includes managing your carrier accounts and setting up your shipping label printer
default values.
Network - View the current network type (wireless or Ethernet) and status and strength (for
wireless connection). Allows you to turn wireless connection on or off. The icon here represents a
wireless connection.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Support - Get information on how to perform tasks using Trackable Labels and Envelope Printing.
Search online content or watch a video.
Applications - Quickly switch to any installed application without having to navigate to the Home
screen and go through the icons in the application drawer.
Home - Return to the Home screen from anywhere in Trackable Labels or Envelope Printing.
Back - Return to the previous screen.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Do I use Trackable Labels or Envelope Printing?
With SendPro® C-Series you can create either a trackable shipping label or print postage on an
envelope. For a shipping label, tap Trackable Labels on the Home screen. For postage, tap Envelope
Printing on the Home screen.
Why use Trackable Labels?
l You are sending large envelopes or packages.
l USPS tracking barcode requirements - if you are using any Priority Mail Services, any Priority Mail
Express Services, or any Parcel Select Services the USPS requires that a USPS tracking
barcode and number appear on those packages or envelopes. Refer to the USPS site for more
information.
l You can tailor your sending options by choosing USPS, UPS, or FedEx carrier. You can review
the costs, services, and delivery times of all three carriers and select the ideal way to send each
package.
l Maximize savings through the USPS by having access to the commercial based rates and
discounts for sending letters and packages, including Priority Mail. This will save you 3 cents per
letter and about one dollar per package.
l Take advantage of Pitney Bowes partnership with UPS. You are eligible for UPS office shipping
discounts including 18% savings on UPS next day air and 9% off of UPS Ground Commercial and
Residential.
When to use Envelope Printing?
l If you are using pre-printed envelopes or postcards.
l If you only need the postage amount (indicia) on the envelope or label (you don't need tracking
information on the envelope).
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Getting Started Home Screen
Use SendPro online for these tasks
The following tasks must be performed using SendPro® online instead of your SendPro® C-Series
machine. In your web browser, go to https://login.pitneybowes.com/sendpro and sign in with your
SendPro® C-Series user ID and password.
Printing international labels (this can be done on your SendPro® C-Series device if you have an 8 1/2 x
11" 1E50 laser printer connected to it)
Printing a USPS scan form
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Getting Started Home Screen
Creating or disabling the security pin
Note: If you assigned a security pin when you installed your SendPro® C-Series meter, you will be
prompted to enter it when you power it up or after it has entered the sleep mode.
To create a security pin:
1. Tap the Settings (gear) icon in the global toolbar.
2. Tap the Security PIN option in the Devise & Network section of the screen.
3. Tap the Create PIN button.
4. Enter a 4-digit numeric PIN using the keyboard on the display.
5. You will be prompted to verify the PIN by entering it again.
To change or disable the security PIN:
1. Tap the Settings (gear) icon in the global toolbar.
2. Tap the Security PIN option in the Devise & Network section of the screen.
3. Tap Change PIN or Turn OFF Security PIN, whichever is appropriate.
4. You will be prompted to enter the current security PIN for either option.
To manually lock your SendPro® C-Seriesmeter:
1. Tap the user profile icon (as shown below) in the top right corner of the global toolbar.
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Getting Started Home Screen
2. Tap Lock this Device. Note: the Devise is Locked screen displays. The screen saver will display shortly after this screen.
If you forget your Security PIN, tap on the Forgot PIN? link and you will provided a number to call for a
new PIN.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Managing your Pitney Bowes USPS Postage Funds
You fund the postage used for Envelope Printing using your Postage by Phone account. You fund
postage for Trackable Labels using your preferred payment method. This can be from your Purchase
Power account or using a credit card (Discover, Visa, Master Card, American Express).
The Envelope Printing and Trackable Labels funds are managed in two separate accounts on the
SendPro C-Series.
For Envelope Printing, the postage is downloaded and stored in the postage meter on your SendPro CSeries device. To check the current funds or add funds to your Envelope Printing account, refer to
Refilling Envelope Printing postage.
For Trackable Labels, the postage is stored online in your Pitney Bowes Account. To check the current
funds or add funds to Trackable Labels, refer to Refilling Trackable Label postage.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Using the Trackable Labels address book
The SendPro® C-Series one address book verifies addresses for all carriers thereby ensuring accurate
deliveries for all of your carriers.
You can view all of the trackable label addresses in your address book by tapping the Address Book
icon in the application drawer at the bottom of the Home screen.
To add, edit or delete addresses within the book, refer to:
l Adding new addresses to Trackable Label address book
l Editing addresses in the Trackable Label address book
l Deleting addresses from the Trackable Label address book
You use the address book within the Trackable Labels application to change the sender's address and to
add a recipient's address when creating a trackable label. Refer to Creating a trackable label.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Using cost accounts for Trackable Labels
You can use cost accounts to keep track of how you are spending postage on trackable labels. You do
this by assigning an account category to each trackable label you create. You can also assign a cost
account to each postage refill you perform.
You assign a cost account to a label within the Trackable Labels application while creating a trackable
label.
To view all of your cost accounts, tap the Cost Accounts icon in the application drawer at the bottom of
the Home screen. The Cost Accounts screen also allows you to add new accounts or edit existing ones
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Getting Started Home Screen
Viewing the Trackable Label history
You can view all of the trackable labels you've created on your SendPro® C-Series machine using the
History screen.
To open the History screen, tap the History icon in the application drawer on the Home screen.
The History screen provides a line-item summary of your past trackable labels, with the Date, Recipient,
Carrier, Tracking Number (USPS), Status, and Label Amount.
By default, the labels are listed by date, with the most recent at the top. To sort by something other than
date, tap one of the other column headings.
To view the details of a specific trackable label shipment, tap on the shipment. The details screen shows
the sender and recipient address, the cost account, purchase date and the package type. You can also
use this screen to reprint the label, request a refund (USPS), void the label (UPS and FedEx), or create a
return label (USPS).
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Getting Started Home Screen
Tracking a shipment
You can locate the tracking number for a trackable label by opening the History screen. Refer to Viewing
the trackable label history for details. You can then use that tracking number to locate the shipment.
1. To track a shipment, tap the Universal Tracking icon in the application drawer at the bottom of
the Home screen.
2. Enter the carrier's tracking number in the field provided.
3. Tap Track. The package status is displayed at the top of the screen.
To see what's coming in your mail before it arrives and preview exterior images of your letter-sized mail,
consider using USPS Informed Delivery.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Adjusting your display
To control the brightness on your display:
1. Tap the Settings (gear) icon in the global toolbar.
2. Tap the Display Brightness option in the Devise & Network section of the screen.
3. Move the slider to adjust the brightness to your desired setting.
4. To exit the Settings screen, tap the Back button or Home icon at the top of the screen.
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Getting Started Home Screen
Installing a scale
If you did not install a scale when you installed your SendPro® C-Series meter you can do it at any time
later.
To access step-by-step installation instructions for compatible scales:
1. Tap the Settings (gear) icon in the global toolbar.
2. Scroll to the bottom of the Setting screen and tap Scale Installation Instructions under
Advanced Options section.
3. To view all of the available scales, swipe to the left on the screen.
4. Tap on the appropriate scale to select it, then tap Continue.
5. Follow the step-by-step instructions displayed on the screen. To advance from one step to the
next, swipe the screen to the left.
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