Pyramid Technologies 3000HD, 3500, 3700HD User Manual

MODEL 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD

ELECTRONIC PAYROLL TIME RECORDER INSTALLATION
AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT!

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING

THIS PRODUCT.

Keep these instructions for future reference

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USING YOUR PYRAMID 3000 SERIES TIME CLOCK

STEP 1 – UNPACKING

1. Remove the Model 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD from its box and place it on a firm
surface.

2. Plug unit into an outlet.

3. Locate key packaged with the unit. Unlock and remove the top cover of the
unit. Locate the programming buttons that are labeled SELECT, UP, and
DOWN. Place your key in a safe place for future access.

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STEP 2 – PROGRAMMING THE MODEL 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD

Programming the Model 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD is extremely easy and can be
done in less than 5 minutes.

STEP 3 – READY TO GO

Reinstall the top cover, lock the unit and you are ready to use your new Model
3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD.

PROGRAMMING YOUR PYRAMID 3000 SERIES TIME CLOCK

To change or set a feature, press the SELECT button until the desired feature is
displayed. Use the UP or DOWN button to change the feature. After the displayed
feature is changed, press the SELECT button to change other features and to
return to the main display.

LANG=ENGLISH – Use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired language to
print and program the Model 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD. Select English, Spanish,
French or German.

DATE FMT=YYMMDD – Use the UP or DOWN key to select the desired date
format that will be printed and displayed. There are three selections: YYMMDD
(Year, Month, Day), MMDDYY (Month, Day, Year) or DDMMYY (Day, Month,
Year).

SET YEAR – Use the UP or DOWN key to set the desired year.
SET MONTH – Use the UP or DOWN key to set the desired month.
SET DAY – Use the UP or DOWN key to set the desired day of month.
DAYLIGHT SAV= – Allows Models 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD to automatically

adjust to daylight saving time. There are 5 options you can select with the UP or
DOWN key:

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USA07+ Automatically adjusts time to 2007 United States daylight saving

time (starts Second Sunday of March and ends First Sunday of November).

USA06- Automatically adjusts time to Pre-2007 United States daylight

saving time (starts First Sunday of April and ends Last Sunday of October).

EURO Automatically adjusts time to European daylight saving time. (Begins

last Sunday in March and ends on the last Sunday in October).

OTHER Allows you to select a custom start and end Sunday for automatic
daylight saving time changes. After SELECTING OTHER, use the UP or DOWN
key to select the desired Sunday (only Sundays are allowed) you wish to START
daylight saving time, press SELECT and again use the UP or DOWN key to select
the desired Sunday to END daylight saving time. Note: The time will automatically
change at 2 a.m. on the selected Sundays.

OFF- Unit will not adjust time for daylight saving time.
TIME STD=LINE. This option should only be changed for areas outside of the

U.S.A where there is frequency variation in the power lines. If you are operating
this unit in an area that has problems with power line frequency resulting in the
unit losing or gaining time or you are running the unit off a generator/inverter, use
the UP or DOWN key to change the TIME STD to CRYSTAL which will cause the
unit to keep time using an internal device.

DSPLY FMT=AM/PM – Selects how the time will be displayed on the front of the
unit. Using the UP or DOWN keys, select one of the following options:

1. AM/PM - Standard time (1-12 hours).

2. MIL - Military time (0-24 hours).

PRINT FMT=AM/PM – Selects how time will be printed on the time card. Using
the UP or DOWN keys, select one of the following options:

1. AM/PM - Standard time (3:30PM)

2. MIL- Military time (3:30PM = 15:30)

3. ATAAP-Military time with minutes expressed in hundredths of hour
(3:30PM = 15.50)

4. 24H.1-Time with minutes expressed in tenths of an hour.

PRINT DIR=RIGHT – Use the UP or DOWN key to select print on the right side of the time card or the left side (almost all time cards in the USA are right-sided).

FMT=DATE TIME – Use the UP or DOWN key to select which of the following
formats you want printed on time card:

1. DATE TIME – Prints current date and time.

2. DATE YR TIME – Prints current date, year, and time (small font).

3. DATE YR APPD – Prints current date, year, and APPD (approved)
message.

4. DATE YR FAXD – Prints current date, year, and FAXD (faxed) message.

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5. DATE YR FILE – Prints current date, year, and FILE (filed) message.

6. DATE YR IN – Prints current date, year, and IN message.

7. DATE YR OUT – Prints current date, year, and OUT message.

8. DATE YR PAID – Prints current date, year, and PAID message.

9. DATE YR RCVD – Prints current date, year, and RCVD (received)
message.

10. DATE YR SENT – Prints current date, year, and SENT message.

11. DATE YR ORIG – Prints current date, year, and ORIG (original)
message.

12. DATE YR VOID – Prints current date, year, and VOID message.

13. DATE YR USED – Prints current date, year, and USED message.

14. DATE YR CPLD – Prints current date, year, and CPLD (completed)
message.

SET HOUR – Sets the current hour of day by using the UP or DOWN key.
SET MINUTES – Sets the current minute of day by using the UP or DOWN key.

TROUBLESHOOTING

MASTER RESET – This procedure will clear the entire time clock memory and

reset the program to the original factory defaults. This procedure should only be
used if the time clock is behaving completely erratic. Master reset is accomplished
by unplugging the unit and then plugging the unit back in while depressing the
center programming button (the UP button). Hold the center button until the front
display is visible. All time, set-up, and payroll data will be set to the original factory
defaults.

DISPLAY IS FLASHING Jan 1 12:01AM – Displays when power is lost for more
than 30 days. To correct, reset the time by following these steps.

CHANGING THE PRINT RIBBON

1. Unplug the clock and remove the cover using the key provided.

2. Turn the clock on its side so the ribbon is on top.

3. Manually move the ribbon cartridge holder to the left towards the display.

4. Gently push the hold tab away from the ribbon cartridge and remove the ribbon
cartridge.

5. Snap the new ribbon cartridge into the holder while turning the ribbon advance
knob. Make sure the ribbon and the clear plastic protector slide completely over
the print head.

6. Replace and lock the cover. Test the unit for proper installation by punching
several times on a time card.

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Note: If the ribbon is not completely over the print head, the resulting print will
show incomplete characters. If the ribbon cartridge is not completely snapped in
the holder, the resulting print will be increasingly lighter.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I have to use special cards?

PTI 35100-10 cards were designed for use with the 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD
when it is used for payroll purposes, or you may use your time recorder to date
and time stamp other documents.

What does ATAAP mean?

ATAAP is the acronym used by the U.S. government that describes how time is
accounted for using hundredths of hour. i.e. (one and a quarter hours equal 1.25
hours).
If further assistance is required, please contact our technical services department
at 1-888-479-7264.

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SUPPLIES AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Supplies and optional accessories for the Pyramid M-3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD
are available through most office supply stores or by calling Pyramid Technologies
toll free at 1-888-479-7264.

Part Number Description

4000R2 Ribbon 2-pack
4000R6 Ribbon 6-pack
35100-10D Time Cards Single-sided 500 pack
35100-10DDS Time Cards Double-sided 500 pack
35100-10M Time Cards Single-sided 1000 pack
35100-10MDS Time Cards Double-sided 1000 pack
400-3 25 Pocket Time Card Rack

Limited Hardware Warranty

Your Pyramid time clock comes with a 1-year Limited Hardware warranty. If Customer Support
cannot troubleshoot your problem over the phone, we will replace your unit free of charge
Pyramid Technologies, LLC warrants this equipment to the original user against defective
material or workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. The manufacturer's
responsibility under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the defective part or
parts. The manufacturer reserves the right to determine whether the parts failed because of
defective material, workmanship, or other causes. Failure caused by accident, alteration,
misuse, or improper packaging of returned unit is not covered by this warranty. Any repair to
the equipment other than by Pyramid voids the warranty. Users in countries other than the USA
should contact the Dealer from whom the unit was purchased. The rights under this warranty
are limited to the original user and may not be transferred to subsequent users. Protect your
equipment by investing in an extended warranty. Call Pyramid Today.

Returns

Returns on non-defective equipment can be made within 30-days of purchase for a full refund
after inspection. Returns on non-defective equipment made after 30-days, but within 60 days of
shipping will be accepted after inspection and are subject to a 15% restocking fee. Returns after
60 days will not be accepted.

Pyramid Technologies, LLC

48 Elm St. Meriden, CT 06450
[phone] toll free phone

[phone] phone

[phone] fax

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.PyramidTechnologies.com

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Specifications

Operating Conditions

Temperature 0C to 50C, (3F to 122F)
Humidity 10 to 95% RH, non condensing

Power Failure

Battery back-up of data and time for 30 days
Battery life (designed to last more than 10 years)

Calendar

Automatic Leap Year and Daylight Saving Time, Year up to 2099

Clock Accuracy

Less than 30 seconds/year

Certifications

UL and CUL

Mounting

Desktop Or Wall Mountable.

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PYRAMID

MODELO 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACION

Y USO

IMPORTANTE!

LEA ATENTAMENTE LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES
DE LA INSTALACION Y USO DE ESTE PRODUCTO.

Conserve las instrucciones para futuras consultas

CÓMO UTILIZAR SU CONTROLADOR DE TIEMPO PYRAMID 3000 SERIES

PRIMER PASO – DESEMBALAJE

5. Retire el Modelo 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD de su caja y colóquelo sobre una
superficie firme.

6. Enchufe la unidad en una toma de corriente.

7. Busque la llave provista con la unidad. Destrabe y quite el cobertor superior de
la unidad. Busque las teclas de programación que fueron rotuladas como
SELECCIONAR, ARRIBA, y ABAJO. Coloque su llave en un lugar seguro para
poder acceder a ella en el futuro.

SEGUNDO PASO 2 – PROGRAMACIÓN DEL MODELO 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD

La programación del Modelo 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD es muy fácil y puede
realizarse en menos de 5 minutos.

TERCER PASO – LISTO PARA FUNCIONAR

Reinstale el cobertor superior, cierre con llave la unidad y estará listo para utilizar
su nuevo Modelo 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD.

PROGRAMACIÓN DE SU CONTROLADOR DE TIEMPO PYRAMID SERIE 3000

Para cambiar o programar una función, presione la tecla SELECCIONAR hasta
que se visualice la función deseada. Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para
cambiar la función. Después de cambiar la función visualizada, presione la tecla
SELECCIONAR para cambiar otras funciones y para regresar al visor principal.

IDIOMA=INGLÉS – Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para seleccionar el idioma
deseado para la impresión y programar el Modelo 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD.
Seleccione inglés, español, francés o alemán.

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FORMATO DE FECHA=AÑO-MES-DÍA – Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para
seleccionar el formato de fecha deseado para la impresión y visualización. Hay
tres posibilidades de selección: AA-MM-DD (Año, Mes, Día), MMDDYY (Mes, Día,
Año) o DDMMYY (Día, Mes, Año).

PROGRAMAR EL AÑO – Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para programar el
año deseado.

PROGRAMAR EL MES – Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para programar el
mes deseado.

PROGRAMAR EL DÍA – Utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para programar el día
deseado.

HORARIO DE VERANO= – Permite que los Modelos 3500 / 3700HD / 3000HD se
adapten automáticamente para el horario de verano. Hay 5 opciones que puede
seleccionar con la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO:

USA07+ Ajusta automáticamente la hora al horario de verano de Estados
Unidos 2007 (comenzando el segundo domingo de marzo y culminando el primer
domingo de noviembre).

USA06- Ajusta automáticamente la hora al horario de verano de Estados
Unidos anterior a 2007 (comenzando el primer domingo de abril y culminando el
último domingo de octubre).

EURO Ajusta automáticamente la hora al horario de verano europeo
(comenzando el último domingo de marzo y culminando el último domingo de
octubre).

OTHER Le permite seleccionar un domingo convencional de comienzo y fin
para los cambios automáticos de hora según el horario de verano. Después de
SELECCIONAR OTRO, utilice la tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para seleccionar el
domingo (sólo se permite seleccionar domingos) en el que usted desea
COMENZAR el horario de verano, presione SELECCIONAR y otra vez utilice la
tecla ARRIBA o ABAJO para seleccionar el domingo deseado para FINALIZAR el
horario de verano. Observación: La hora cambiará automáticamente a las 2 de la
mañana de los domingos seleccionados.

DESACTIVADO- La unidad no adaptará la hora al horario de verano.
EST TEMP=LÍNEA. Esta opción sólo se debe cambiar para las zonas externas a

Estados Unidos donde hay variación de frecuencia de la energía eléctrica. Si
usted opera esta unidad en una zona que tiene problemas con la frecuencia de
energía eléctrica que puede provocar un retraso o adelanto de tiempo o si usted
administra la unidad desde un generador/inversor, utilice la tecla ARRIBA o
ABAJO para cambiar el EST TEMP a CRISTAL que permitirá que la unidad
mantenga el registro del tiempo utilizando un dispositivo interno.

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