Simplex EP10 User Manual
EP10
USER’S MANUAL
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user‟s authority to operate
this equipment.
NOTICE: 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 harmful 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
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
For questions about the operation of this time recorder,
please contact our Time Recorder Support Hotline at
(800) 224-1881 or (404) 591-3199.
Simplex EP10
User’s Guide
© 2011 SimplexGrinnell LP. All rights reserved.
SimplexGrinnell is continually improving its products; specifications are subject to
change without notice. SimplexGrinnell, Simplex and Be Safe are trademarks of
Tyco International Services AG or its affiliates. License numbers available at
www.simplexgrinnell.com or contact your local SimplexGrinnell office.
MC109-151-610
Rev 1/2011
Table of Contents
Introduction .............................................................. 5
Quick Easy Setup (Wall Mount) ........................................ 8
Quick Easy Setup (Table Top Mount) ................................. 9
Setup ..................................................................... 10
Using the Time Recorder .............................................. 27
Appendix A - Changing the Print Intensity ......................... 29
Appendix B - Calibrating the TruAlign Function................... 30
Appendix C - Testing the Print Head ................................ 33
Appendix D - Changing the dates for Daylight Savings ........... 34
Appendix E - Disable Daylight Savings Correction ................ 35
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ..................................... 36
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................... 37
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing our time recorder. For safe and
proper operation, please carefully read this manual before
using the time recorder and save it for reference.
Simplex‟s EP10 TruAlign Time Recorder is a maintenance-free
employee time recorder that uses no ink, ribbon or toner and
operates without any loud impact noise to disturb the working
environment.
Simplex‟s EP10 TruAlign Time Recorder features the patented
“TruAlign” feature, which helps employees align their
timecards to ensure a clear registration at the correct position
on the timecard.
The employee places the long edge of the timecard on the
timecard shelf of the EP10 and aligns the timecard to the cell
to be printed. When the timecard is aligned correctly an
automatic imprint with the day and time will be recorded on
the timecard. The indicator turns green when the printing is
complete and the timecard can be removed.
The EP10 TruAlign Time Recorder uses the Simplex thermal
time card. The time and date programming is protected by an
internal lithium battery
Features
Typical applications: Payroll or job cost recorder.
Quartz time clock
Automatic daylight savings time
12 or 24 hour format
Thermal printer
Digital LCD display (AM/PM,
Hour, Minute, Day of week and
Daylight Savings indication)
Perpetual calendar
Prints in 3 languages
Regular minute or 1/100 of
hour
Print intensity adjustment
Automatic imprint on timecard
Internal lithium battery backup
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Caution
Avoid placing the time recorder in environments that are:
humid
dusty
exposed to direct sunlight
subject to frequent or continuous vibrations
affected by chemicals or ozone
outside the temperature range between +25°F and 113°F
Place the time recorder close to a wall outlet so that it is easy
to disconnect.
Do not put a heavy object on the time recorder, or forcefully
press the time recorder onto the back-plate. This may cause
trouble with the punching mechanism.
Lithium battery contains perchlorate material – special
handling may apply. Please go to the web site
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
information about proper methods of disposal.
About this Manual
This manual will guide you through the installation, set up and
use of your EP10 TruAlign Time Recorder.
Accessories
Thermal Time Cards
Time Card Rack
Note: The thermal timecards are sensitive to temperature and
should always be stored in a cool dry location preferably out of
exposure to direct sun light. Storage temperature should not
exceed 150oF (65 oC).
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Packing Contents
Recommended Installation Tools
Tape Measure
Pencil
Philips Head
Screw Driver
Optional-
Power Drill &
Drill Bits
(2) #8 Philips Head screws for Wall-Mount Bracket
(2) #8 Anchors (use for masonry wall installation
only)
(2) 8-32 x ¼ Philips Head screws to install Back-Plate
to Wall-Mount Bracket
EP10 Time Recorder
(with back-plate)
Wall-Mount
Bracket
Installation & User‟s
Guide
AC Wall
Adapter
Sample pack of
timecards
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Quick Easy Setup (Wall Mount)
To setup your EP10, follow these next steps:
Step 1
Separate the back-plate from the
EP10 by removing the Philips
head screw. Retain the screw for
later.
Step 5
Align and place the EP10 on the
back-plate and secure the two
together with the 8-32 x ¼ Philip
head screw. Be careful not to pinch
the AC cord.
Factory Settings
Time=U.S. Eastern Time
Daylight Savings=On
Spring Daylight Savings=Second
Sunday in March
Fall Daylight Savings=First
Sunday in November
Displayed Time Format=AM/PM
hours & Minutes
Printed Time Format=AM/PM
hours & Minutes
Day of Week Language=English
Confirmation Beep=Disabled
Step 3
Using the supplied 8-32 x ¼
Philips head screws install the
back-plate to the wall-mount
bracket.
Step 2
Install the wall-mount bracket
to the wall using the supplied
wall-mount screws. Note: For
best visibility mount the EP10
about 48 inches from the floor.
48 inches
Step 4
With the back-plate secured to
the wall-mount bracket, plug
the AC wall adapter into the
EP10.
Note: The time, date and other
settings are factory set. See
“Factory Settings” below. If
these settings are acceptable
you are ready to begin,
otherwise see Page 11
“Programming the EP10”.
Note: Make sure
the bottom of
the timecard
shelf is over the
edge of the
back-plate
before securing
the screw.
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Quick Easy Setup (Table Top Mount)
To setup your EP10, follow these next steps:
Step 1
Separate the back-plate from the
EP10 by removing the Philips
head screw. Retain the Philips
head screw for later.
Step 2
Plug the AC adapter into the
EP10 and then plug the wall
adapter into the AC outlet.
Step 3
Secure the back-plate to the EP10
with the Philips head screw being
careful not to pinch the AC cord.
Make sure the bottom of the timecard
shelf is over the edge of the backplate before securing the screw.
Place the EP10 on a solid flat surface.
You are ready to begin using the EP10.
Note: The time, date and other
settings are factory-set. See “Factory
Settings” to the right. If these settings
are acceptable you are ready to
begin, otherwise see Page 11
“Programming the EP10”.
Factory Settings
Time=U.S. Eastern Time
Daylight Savings=On
Spring Daylight Savings=Second
Sunday in March
Fall Daylight Savings=First
Sunday in November
Displayed Time Format=AM/PM
hours & Minutes
Printed Time Format=AM/PM
hours & Minutes
Day of Week Language=English
Confirmation Beep=Disabled
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Setup
To set up your EP10time recorder, follow these next steps:
Remove the Back-Plate
Separate the back-plate from the time recorder by removing
the Philips head screw. Retain the Philips head screw for
later.
Connect the AC Power
Plug the AC adapter into the time recorder and then plug
the wall adapter into the AC outlet.
NOTE: The time recorder has an internal battery that will retain
the programming if the time recorder is unplugged from AC
power.
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Programming the EP10
After removing the back-plate and connecting the AC power
you will be ready to begin programming the EP10 time
recorder. Use the three buttons on the back to program the
time recorder. Hold the time recorder with both hands with the
display facing you. Use your index and middle fingers to press
the programming buttons on the back of the time recorder
while watching the settings on the display. Note: An
undisturbed environment is recommended when programming
the timeclock.
Using the 3 programming buttons
+ (Plus)
When you press the + button, you increment or change the
selected setting.
SET
You can set the value of the selected setting on the display by
pressing the SET button which also moves you to the next
available setting.
- (Minus)
When you use the - button, you decrement or change the
selected setting.
What if I press the SET button by mistake?
If you make a programming mistake by pressing the SET button
too soon, simply unplug the AC power or continue pressing the
SET button until you have the normal time and date on the
display. Then go back into the Set Up Mode and continue your
programming.
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Setting the Time
To enter the „Time Set Up Mode‟, press the + and SET
buttons at the same time.
The blue light will turn off and the display will show the hours
and minutes, release the + and SET buttons.
Press the + button to move the time forward or press the -
button to move the time backwards. To move quickly through
the time, press and hold down the + or - button. Holding
down either button will increase how quickly you scroll through
the time. When you have the desired hours and minutes on the
display, press the SET button.
Note: The seconds will be zeroed when you press the SET
button, so it‟s recommended to set the time 1 or 2 minutes
ahead of the actual time. Wait until the actual time matches
the time recorder, and then press the SET button which will
synchronize the time recorder time with the actual time.
Example: Set the time from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Step 1
Press the button to scroll forward until
the display shows „PM 0 1 0 0‟. Notice while
you are scrolling through the hours the AM
will change to PM.
Step 2
Press the SET button when the AM/PM
indicator, hour and minutes are correct. The
time will be accepted and the time recorder
will return to a normal display.
AM
1 1 0 0
PM
0 1 0 0
Hours and Minutes
EP10 Time Recorder User Guide
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Setting the Date and Other Functions
To enter the „Setup Mode‟, press the - and SET buttons at
the same time.
Release the buttons, the blue light will turn off, the „Set
Month‟ function (1) will display.
Press the + or - buttons to change the value of the settings.
The + button moves you forward and the - button moves
you backwards through the available selections. When you have
the desired setting on the display, press the SET button.
Factory Settings
The time recorder has several settings that are pre-set at the
factory. The factory default settings include:
Daylight Savings=On
Spring Daylight Savings=Second Sunday in March
Fall Daylight Savings=First Sunday in November
Displayed Time Format=AM/PM hours & Minutes
Printed Time Format=AM/PM hours & Minutes
Day of Week Language=English
Confirmation Beep=Disabled
Simply press the SET button to accept these factory settings
when you are programming the time recorder.
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