Toshiba MA-156-1 User Manual 2

TEC Electronic Cash Register

MA-156-1 SERIES

Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

NOTICE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

WARNING

“This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.”

“Cet appareil numénque de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.”

Copyright © 1999

by TOSHIBA TEC CORPORATION All Rights Reserved

570 Ohito, Ohito-cho, Tagata-gun, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN

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Safety Summary

Personal safety in handling or maintaining the equipment is extremely important. Warnings and Cautions necessary for safe handling are included in this manual. All warnings and cautions contained in this manual should be read and understood before handling or maintaining the equipment.

Do not attempt to effect repairs or modifications to this equipment. If a fault occurs that cannot be rectified using the procedures described in this manual, turn off the power, unplug the machine, then contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

Meanings of Each Symbol

This symbol indicates warning items (including cautions). Specific warning contents are drawn inside the symbol. (The symbol on the left indicates a general caution.)

This symbol indicates prohibited actions (prohibited items). Specific prohibited contents are drawn inside or near the symbol. (The symbol on the left indicates “no disassembling”.)

This symbol indicates actions which must be performed. Specific instructions are drawn inside or near thesymbol.

(The symbol on the left indicates “disconnect the power cord plug from the outlet”.)

			This indicates that there is the risk of death or serious injury if the
	WARNING machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.
	Prohibited		Do not plug in or unplug the power	Any other than the		Do not use voltages other than the
				specified AC voltage
		cord plug with wet hands as this may			voltage (AC) specified on the rating
				is prohibited.
		cause electric shock.			plate, as this may cause fire or
					electric shock.

	Prohibited		If the machines share the same	Prohibited			Do not place metal objects or
		outlet with any other electrical			water-filled containers such as flower
		appliances which consume large			vases, flower pots or mugs, etc. on
		amounts of power, the voltage will			top of the machines. If metal objects
		fluctuate widely each time these			or spilled liquid enter the machines,
		appliances operate. Be sure to			this may cause fire or electric
		provide an exclusive outlet for the			shock.
		machine as this may cause the
		machines to malfunction.
	Prohibited		Do not insert or drop metal,	Prohibited			Do not scratch, damage or modify
		flammable or other foreign objects into			the power cords. Also, do not place
		the machines through the ventilation			heavy objects on, pull on, or exces-
		slits, as this may cause fire or electric			sively bend the cords, as this may
		shock.			cause fire or electric shock.

Disconnect		If the machines are dropped or their	Disconnect		Continued use of the machines in an
the plug.	cabinets damaged, first turn off the		the plug.	abnormal condition such as when the
	power switches and disconnect the			machines are producing smoke or
	power cord plugs from the outlet, and			strange smells may cause fire or elec-
				tric shock. In these cases, immedi-
	then contact your authorized
				ately turn off the power switches and
	TOSHIBA TEC representative for
				disconnect the power cord plugs from
	assistance. Continued use of the
				the outlet. Then, contact your author-
	machine in that condition may cause
				ized TOSHIBA TEC representative for
	fire or electric shock.			assistance.

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				Disconnect		If foreign objects (metal fragments,	Disconnect			When unplugging the power
				the plug.	water, liquids) enter the machines,		the plug.	cords, be sure to hold and pull on
					first turn off the power switches and			the plug portion. Pulling on the cord
					disconnect the power cord plugs from			portion may cut or expose the inter-
					the outlet, and then contact your			nal wires and cause fire or electric
					authorized TOSHIBA TEC repre-			shock.
					sentative for assistance. Continued
					use of the machine in that condition
					may cause fire or electric shock.
				Connect a		Ensure that the equipment is	No			Do not remove covers, repair or
				grounding
					properly grounded. Extension cables		disassembling. modify the machine by yourself. You
				wire.
					should also be grounded. Fire or			may be injured by high voltage, very
					electric shock can occur on improp-			hot parts or sharp edges inside the
					erly grounded equipment.			machine.
								Unauthorized modification is prohib-
								ited.

CAUTIONThis indicates that there is the risk of personal Injury or damage to objects if the machines are improperly handled contrary to this indication.

Precaution

The following precautions will help to ensure that this machine will continue to function correctly.

•Try to avoid locations that have the following adverse conditions:

*	Temperatures out of the specification	*	Direct sunlight	*	High humidity
*	Shared power socket	*	Excessive vibration	*	Dust/Gas

•Do not subject the machine to sudden shocks.

•Do not press the keys too hard. Keys will operate correctly if they are touched lightly.

•Clean the cover and keyboard, etc. by wiping with a dry cloth or a cloth soaked with detergent and wrung out thoroughly. Never use thinner or other volatile solvent for cleaning.

•At the end of the day, turn the power OFF, then clean and inspect the exterior of the machine.

•Try to avoid using this equipment on the same power supply as high voltage equipment or equipment likely to cause mains interference.

•USE ONLY TOSHIBA TEC SPECIFIED consumables.

•DO NOT STORE the consumables where they might be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, dust, or gas.

•When moving the machine, take hold of the drawer and lift the machine.

•Do not place heavy objects on top of the machines, as these items may become unbalanced and fall causing injury.

•Do not block the ventilation slits of the machines, as this will cause heat to build up inside the machines and may cause fire.

•Do not lean against the machine. It may fall on you and could cause injury.

Request Regarding Maintenance

•Utilize our maintenance services.

After purchasing the machines, contact your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance once per year or so to have the inside of the machines cleaned. Otherwise, dust will build up inside the machines and may cause fire or malfunction. Cleaning is particularly effective before humid rainy seasons.

•Our maintenance service performs the periodic checks and other work required to maintain the quality and performance of the machines, preventing accidents beforehand.

For details, please consult your authorized TOSHIBA TEC representative for assistance.

•Using insecticides and other chemicals

Do not expose the machines to insecticides or other volatile solvents, as this will deteriorate the cabinet or other parts or cause the paint to peel.

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	TABLE OF CONTENTS
		Page
1.	Introduction ....................................................................................................................................	1
2.	Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................	2
3.	Outline of Preparation Procedure Before Operating the ECR ...................................................	3
4.	Appearance and Nomenclature ....................................................................................................	5
5.	Mode Select Switch ........................................................................................................................	5
6.	Display .............................................................................................................................................	6
7.	Keyboard .........................................................................................................................................	7
	Functions of Each Key .............................................................................................................................................	7
8.	Installing the Paper Roll ................................................................................................................	9
9.	Programming ................................................................................................................................	11
	System Option Setting ...........................................................................................................................................	12
	Department Status Setting .....................................................................................................................................	14
	Time Setting ...........................................................................................................................................................	15
	Date Setting ...........................................................................................................................................................	15
	Department HALC Setting .....................................................................................................................................	16
	Secret Code Setting ...............................................................................................................................................	17
	% Rate Setting .......................................................................................................................................................	17
	PLU Setting ............................................................................................................................................................	18
	PLU Deletion ..........................................................................................................................................................	19
	Amount Format Setting ..........................................................................................................................................	19
	Tax Table Setting ....................................................................................................................................................	20
10.	Verification of Programmed Data ................................................................................................	24
11.	Daily Operation Flow ....................................................................................................................	25
12.	Transaction Entries ......................................................................................................................	26
	When an error has occurred ... ..............................................................................................................................	26
	Displaying the Time ................................................................................................................................................	26
	No-sale ...................................................................................................................................................................	27
	Sale Item Entries (Department Entries) .................................................................................................................	27
	Sale Item Entries (PLU Entries) .............................................................................................................................	28
	Dollar Discount .......................................................................................................................................................	30
	Percent Discount or Percent Charge .....................................................................................................................	30
	Void ........................................................................................................................................................................	31
	Returned Merchandise ...........................................................................................................................................	31
	Non-add Number Print ...........................................................................................................................................	32
	Subtotal Read and Print .........................................................................................................................................	32
	Finalizing a Sale .....................................................................................................................................................	32
	Tax Exemption .......................................................................................................................................................	35
	Received-on-Account Payment .............................................................................................................................	35
	Paid Out .................................................................................................................................................................	35
13.	Read (X) and Reset (Z) Reports ..................................................................................................	39
14.	Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................	39
	Replacing the Paper Roll .......................................................................................................................................	39
	Replacing the Ink Roller .........................................................................................................................................	40
	Manual Drawer Release ........................................................................................................................................	40
	Removing the Drawer ............................................................................................................................................	41
	Battery Exchange ...................................................................................................................................................	41
15.	Specifications ...............................................................................................................................	42

CAUTION:

1.This manual may not be copied in whole or in part without prior written permission of TOSHIBA TEC.

2.The contents of this manual may be changed without notification.

3.Please refer to your local Authorized Service representative with regard to any queries you may have in this manual.

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1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing the MA-156 series. This instruction manual provides a description of the functions and handling of this register and should be read carefully to ensure optimum performance. Since every consideration has been given to safety and reliability, there is no danger of damaging the machine by incorrect operation.

Please refer to this manual whenever you have any questions concerning the machine. This machine has been manufactured under strict quality control and should give you full satisfaction. However, if the machine is damaged during transit, or there are any unclear points in this manual:

For supplies, service or assistance call:

Please have the following information available when you call:

Product:	Electronic Cash Register
Model:	MA-156-1

Serial Number:

Place Purchased:

Date of Purchase:

If for any reason this product is to be returned to the store where purchased, it must be packed in the original carton.

•The specifications described in this manual may be modified by the manufacturer, if necessary.

•Be sure to keep this manual for future reference.

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2. Unpacking

5

6

4

3

2

1

1	Journal Take-up Reel (1 pc.)	4	Printer Cover/Drawer Key (2 pcs.)
2	Paper Roll 57 mm x ø50 mm (1 pc.)	5	Owner's Manual (1 pc.)
3	Dry Batteries (SUM-3 1.5V; 3 pcs.)	6	Warranty Registration Card (1 pc.)

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3.Outline of Preparation Procedure Before Operating the ECR

This chapter shows the outline of set-up procedure of the ECR before actually starting the ECR operation.

1Remove the cash register from the carton, referring to Chapter “2. Unpacking” on page 2. And take out all the parts and accessories.

2 Remove the tapes and seals that are holding parts or protecting the register surfaces.

3Plug the power cord of the register into a wall outlet. Make sure that the outlet voltage matches that of the power required for the register.

WARNING: Be sure to plug in the power cord first, then insert the batteries.

4Detach the Printer Cover and the Battery Cover, then insert the batteries (3 pieces). After inserting the batteries, attach the Battery Cover.

WARNING: Be certain to insert the batteries enclosed in the package. If they are not insert and the power is turned OFF (including a power failure occurrence), the sales data and the programmed data will be cleared.

5 Set the Mode Select Switch to the REG position.

SET

OFF

REG X

Z

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6 Install the Receipt or Journal roll (referring to Chapter

"8. Installing the Paper Roll").

7 Set the time and date correctly, referring to "Setting the Time and Date" in Chapter 9.

8 Set the tax tables, referring to "Tax Table Setting" in Chapter 9.

9Perform other programming operations, such as programming of Departments, according to the requirement of the market and your store (refer to Chapter 9 and thereafter).

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4. Appearance and Nomenclature

Journal Window	Printer Cover	Display
or
Receipt Outlet

Power Cord

Mode Select Switch
Drawer	Keyboard	External Battery
		Kit Connector

Printer Cover

The cover for the Receipt or Journal paper holder and the printer.

Receipt Outlet or Journal Window

The receipt for the finalized sale is issued.

Or, the operator can see which items have already been entered through this window.

External Battery Kit Connector

The External Battery Kit (K-BAP-QM) is available as an option. By connecting this kit into the connector, the register is operable without AC power.

Display (Operator and Customer)

Used to confirm the entry contents and the status of the register. (page 6)

Mode Select Switch

The Mode Select Switch is provided inside the Printer Cover.

It selects the type of register operations. (page 5)

Keyboard

Used to enter sale items. (page 7)

Drawer

Cash and other media are kept here. It automatically opens on finalizing a sale.

5. Mode Select Switch

SET

OFF

REG X

Z

SET ............	Used to program preset data.
OFF ............	Stops register operations and extinguishes the display. How-
	ever, the power is being supplied to the register.
REG ...........	Used to register normal sales .
X .................	Used to read sales totals processed in the register report
	memory (X report). Received-on-Account and Paid Out
	operations are also performed in this position. Also used to
	read preset data.
Z .................	Used to read and reset sales totals in the register report
	memory (Z report).
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6. Display

Amount

Repeat Count

▲	▲	...

Department Code

Message Descriptor

Message Descriptor in case of the mode change error

▲

Description

Amount 1234567890123456789012 Displays the numeric data, such as amount, quantity, etc. Displays the current time or date when the [X/TIME] key is depressed in the REG mode.

Repeat Count 1234567890123412345678901234 Displays the repeat count of the same item being entered. The count display shows up from the second entry on, and only the last digit will be displayed even if the count exceeds nine.

Department Code 12345678 Displays the Department Code (1 to 8) when the corresponding Department Key is depressed for any sale item entry.

Message Descriptor:

(Subtotal)

Indicates that the displayed amount is the current subtotal of the sale.

(Total)

Indicates that the sale is finalized and the displayed amount is the sale total.

(Change)

Indicates that the sale is finalized with an amount tendered and the displayed amount is the change due.

(Negative Mark)

When a Void, Dollar Discount, Percent Discount, or Returned Merchandise item has been entered, the Negative Mark is displayed.

The mark is also displayed when the subtotal or sale total is obtained and the amount is negative.

(Error)

Indicates that the last operation has caused an error. In case of the mode change error, "M" is displayed together with "E".

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7. Keyboard

The following shows the key layout on the MA-156 keyboard:

FEED VD

#

PLU RA

NS X

PO TIME

C

7 8 9

4 5 6

1 2 3

0 00

1 5 - %

2 6 TAX CHK

3 7 ST CH

4	8	AT/TL

Functions of Each Key

			KEY		FUNCTION
			C		Clear Key: Used to clear a wrong entry or operation error.
			X		Multiplication / Time Display Key: Used to enter sale
					items by multiplication inside a sale. Also used to display
			TIME
					the time outside a sale.
		FEED			Feed Key: Used to feed the receipt or journal paper.
	7		8	9	Numeric Keys: Used to enter numeric data, such as
					amounts, quantities, and code numbers.
	4		5	6	The [00] key functions the same as depressing the [0] key
	1		2	3	twice consecutively.
	0			00
					Department Keys 1 to 8: Used to enter sale items and
	1		to	8	process the amount into appropriate departments.

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	KEY	FUNCTION
		Tax Modifier: Used inside a sale to reverse the Tax status
	TAX	of departments, PLUs, Dollar Discount, and Percent
		Charge/Discount from taxable to non-taxable, or vice
		versa.
		Percent Charge or Discount Key: Used to add or subtract
	%	a percent rate, preset or manually entered, to or from the
		sale or an individual sale item. Whether the key is used as
		Percent Charge or Percent Discount can be programmed.
	ST	Subtotal Key: Used to obtain a subtotal (sale total amount
		up to the moment).
		Charge Key: Used to finalize a sale as charge (non-cash
	CH	media sales, such as house charge, credit cards, etc.
		defined by the store) by a simple depression without any
		numeric entry (Total Function only).
		Cash Amount Tender / Total Key: Used to finalize a sale
	AT/TL	as cash by depressing with a prior tendered amount entry
		(Tender Function) or by a simple depression without any
		numeric entry (Total Function).
		Check Amount Tender/Total Key: Used to finalize a sale
	CHK	as check by depressing with a prior tendered amount entry
		(Tender Function) or by a simple depression without any
		numeric entry (Total Function).
		Returned Merchandise/Void Key: Used inside a sale to
	VD	delete items already entered in the current sale. When
		outside a sale, it is used to refund money to a customer who
		has returned items already purchased.
		Non-add Number Print/Received-on-Account Key (X
	#	Mode): When depressed with a prior number entry, it
		function as Non-add Number Print Key. When used in X
	RA
		mode, it functions to record received-on-account payment
		amounts.
		No-sale/Paid Out Key (X Mode): Used outside a sale to
	NS	open the drawer without relating to a sale. When used in X
	PO	mode, it functions to record amounts paid out of the drawer
		without relating to a sale.
	PLU	PLU (Price-Look-Up) Key: Used to enter a PLU which is
		linked to a department.
	-	Dollar Discount Key: Used to subtract an amount from the
		sale such as a discount.

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8. Installing the Paper Roll

WARNING!

Care must be taken not to injure yourself with the paper cutter.

SET

OFF

REG X

Z

1

Set the Mode Select Switch to REG positon.

2

To remove the Printer Cover, insert the Printer Cover/Drawer Key to the Printer Cover Lock, and then Turn it 90° clockwise.

3

Cut the paper end to make it sharp.

4

Hold the paper roll so that the paper end will be fed from the bottom.

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