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SPS-70 / 150
Rate Computing Scale
Operation Manual
Revision 1.1
May 8, 2000
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1998-2000 Transcell Technology, Inc.
Contents subject to change without notice.
Transcell Technology, Inc.
975 Deerfield Parkway
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Tel (847) 419-9180
Fax (847) 419-1515
E-mail: transcell@transcell.net
Web: www.transcell.net
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NOTE
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 instructions 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/her own expense.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter 1: Introduction To The Transcell Model SPS-70/150 Rate Computing Scale................. 1-1
Chapter 2: Getting Started ......................................................................................................... 2-1
Chapter 3: Basics of Operation .................................................................................................. 3-1
3.1 Display ..................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Keyboard.................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.2.1 USPS, UPS and FedEx Rate Keys ............................................................... 3-1
3.2.1.1 USPS Rate Keys .......................................................................... 3-1
3.2.1.2 UPS Rate Keys ............................................................................. 3-2
3.2.1.3 FedEx Rate Keys .......................................................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Operator Keys.............................................................................................. 3-2
3.2.2.1 Special Service Keys.................................................................... 3-2
3.2.2.2 ZIP/Zone Key ............................................................................... 3-3
3.2.2.3 Clear (No) Key.............................................................................. 3-3
3.2.2.4 Zero Key ....................................................................................... 3-3
3.2.2.5 Enter (Yes) Key ............................................................................ 3-3
3.2.3 Function Keys .............................................................................................. 3-3
3.2.3.1 Star (*) Key................................................................................... 3-3
3.2.3.2 Piece Count Key........................................................................... 3-3
3.3 General Scale Operation .......................................................................................... 3-4
3.3.1 System Prompts........................................................................................... 3-4
3.3.2 Mailing or Shipping an Item .......................................................................... 3-4
3.3.3 Weighing a Letter or Package...................................................................... 3-4
3.3.4 Selecting a Class of Service......................................................................... 3-4
3.3.5 Entering a ZIP Code or Country Code.......................................................... 3-5
3.3.5.1 ZIP Code Entry............................................................................. 3-5
3.3.5.2 Country Code Entry ...................................................................... 3-5
3.3.6 Selecting Special Services........................................................................... 3-5
Chapter 4: Examples of Operation............................................................................................. 4-1
4.1 Sending a Letter or Parcel by USPS First Class/Priority Mail.................................... 4-1
4.2 Sending an International Air Letter by USPS............................................................. 4-2
4.3 Sending a Letter by UPS Second Day Air................................................................. 4-3
4.4 Sending a Letter by Federal Express Standard Overnight......................................... 4-4
Chapter 5: Advanced Features and Operation............................................................................ 5-1
5.1 Piece Counting......................................................................................................... 5-1
Chapter 6: Setup Operations ...................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1 Setup Operation Overview........................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Setup Menu.............................................................................................................. 6-1
6.2.1 Origination ZIP code .................................................................................... 6-1
6.2.2 Handling Charge .......................................................................................... 6-1
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6.2.3 Buzzer Enable/Disable................................................................................. 6-2
6.3 Calibration Menu ...................................................................................................... 6-2
6.4 ADC Diagnostic Menu............................................................................................... 6-2
Chapter 7: Legal for Trade Sealing ............................................................................................ 7-1
7.1 Sealing Method......................................................................................................... 7-1
Appendix A: Specifications........................................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Standard Rates, Special Services and Functions...................................................... B-1
B.1 Standard Rates, Special Services and Functions...................................................... B-1
B.1.1 United States Postal Service (USPS)........................................................... B-1
B.1.2 United Parcel Service (UPS)........................................................................ B-1
B.1.3 Federal Express (FEDEX)............................................................................ B-1
B.1.4 Special Services .......................................................................................... B-1
B.1.5 Functions ..................................................................................................... B-1
Appendix C: Rate and Special Service Abbreviations................................................................... C-1
C.1 Rate Abbreviations................................................................................................... C-1
C.2 Special Services Abbreviations................................................................................. C-1
Appendix D: Country Code Chart .................................................................................................. D-1
Appendix E: Country Name Abbreviations.................................................................................... E-1
Appendix F: Rate Change Information.......................................................................................... F-1
Appendix G: Error Messages......................................................................................................... G-1
G.1 Error Messages......................................................................................................... G-1
G.1.1 Operator Errors............................................................................................ G-1
LIST OF FIGURES
1-1 SPS-70 Front Panel........................................................................................................... 1-1
2-1 SPS-70/150 Back Panel..................................................................................................... 2-1
3-1 SPS-70/150 Display Detail................................................................................................. 3-1
3-2 Rate Keys and Operator Keys Layout................................................................................. 3-1
7-1 SPS-70/150 Back Panel..................................................................................................... 7-1
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION TO THE TRANSCELL MODEL SPS-70/SPS-150 POSTAL
COMPUTING SCALE
The Transcell Model SPS-70/SPS-150 Digital Postal Computing Scale is designed for low volume mailroom and shipping applications. It is equipped with many helpful features that guide
the operator through the day to day mailing activities.
The scale is available in two weight capacities. The Model SPS-70 which has a maximum
weighing capacity of 70 pounds and the Model SPS-150 which has a maximum weighing capacity of 150 pounds.
Prior to using the scale, please read this user’s guide carefully and completely. Store the manual
in a safe and convenient place so it will be available if you have questions concerning the operation of the scale.
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CAPACITY: 0 - 4 lb x 0.1 oz, 4 - 70 lb x 0.5 oz
TEMP. RANGE: 5 to 35 C
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
LB
OZ
RATE
INTL
SPS-70
MODEL
1 ST PRIOR
STD
LETTER
SM PKT
PRT MT
AIR /
SURF
PARCEL
POST
LIB
BOOK
EXP
REG
INS COD
CERT
RET
RECPT
SPEC
DEL
UPS
UPS
UPS
UPS
CANADA
MEXICO
FEDEX FEDEX
FEDEX
CLEAR
ENTER
PIECE
COUNT
ZERO
ZIP
ZONE
*
SCALE
No
Yes
0
7 8
9
4
5
6
1 2
3
GRD C GRD R NEXT
2ND
PRIO
STD
2DAY
FIGURE 1-1: SPS-70Front Panel
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING STARTED
After unpacking the scale, a small amount of preparation is required before the scale can be used for
mailing or shipping. Please refer to Figure 2-1 below as needed.
INTERFACE
PORT
POWER
CONNECTOR
ON/OFF
SWITCH
Figure 2-1: SPS-70 / SPS-150 Back Panel
Step 1. Position the scale in its area of intended use. Observe the following guidelines for suitable
location.
1. Choose a firm, stable floor or table.
2. Do not share an AC outlet with electrical noise producing equipment, such as refrigeration
units. This includes products with electrical motors and/or relays.
3. Do not place the scale in an area with changing ambient temperature and/or high humidity.
4. Do not place the scale in an area prone to exposure to direct sunlight, wind, or dust.
5. Do not place the scale in an area with vibrating equipment.
Step 2. Install the AC Adapter.
1. After placing the scale in its area of use, locate the Model A41408 AC Adapter.
2. Connect the female end of the AC Adapter to the connector on the rear of scale, and then
plug the adapter into an AC outlet.
Step 3. Turn the scale’s AC power on to begin the initialization.
Step 4. Initialization - The first time the scale is turned on you will be required to enter your origin ZIP
Code.
1. When the AC power switch is placed “ON” position, the scale prompts for your “origin ZIP
Code”.
2. Enter the first three digits of your ZIP Code. The scale displays the ZIP Code entered and
prompts you to verify (Yes or No) if the ZIP Code displayed is correct.
3. If the ZIP Code is correct, press the “Yes” (Enter) key to complete the initialization or if the
ZIP Code is incorrect, press the “No” (Clear) key and enter the correct ZIP Code.
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CHAPTER 3: BASICS OF OPERATION
3.1 DISPLAY
The display is an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) display capable of displaying the various system
messages and information.
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
GRD COM 5
25
LB OZ RATE
1.5
FIGURE 3-1: SPS-70/SPS-150 Display Detail
As shown in Figure 3-1, the scale displays the class of mail, weight, shipping charge (rate) and destination zone or country. When additional information is needed, the scale will prompt for the information.
3.2 KEYBOARD
The keyboard is composed of rate keys, operator keys and function keys. Refer to Figure 3-2 for the
overall layout and key locations.
CAPACITY: 0 - 4 lb x 0.1 oz, 4 - 70 lb x 0.5 oz
TEMP. RANGE: 5 to 35 C
CLASS/CARRIER
LB OZ RATE
1 ST PRIOR
STD LETTER SM PKT
PARCEL
POST
INTL
ZONE/CTRY
AIR /
PRT MT
SURF
WEIGHT CLASSIFIER FOR RATE DETERMINATION ONLY
LIB
REG INS COD
CERT RET
$ 8.51
BOOK
RECPT
EXP
SPEC
DEL
5
STD
0
SPS-70
UPS
3
MEXICO
6
2DAY
9
ENTER PIECE
Yes
UPS UPS
GRD C GRD R NEXT
1 2
UPS
CANADA
2ND
4
FEDEX FEDEX FEDEX
PRIO
7 8
CLEAR
No
MODEL
ZIP
ZONE
ZERO
SCALE
COUNT
*
FIGURE 3-2: Rate Keys and Operator Keys Layout
3.2.1 USPS, UPS AND FEDEX RATE KEYS
The following keys allow the access to the USPS rates, UPS rates and the Federal Express
rates on the scale keyboard. In each case, pressing the key will select the chosen rate.
3.2.1.1 USPS Rate Keys
1st/Priority - This key is used to select the 1st Class or Priority mail rate class. The
scale defaults to the 1st Class mode whenever the scale is turned on.
Standard - This key is used to select the Standard Single Piece and the Standard
Parcel Post /Intra BMC or Inter BMC rate.
Library - This key is used to select the Special Fourth Class Library rate.
Book - This key is used to select the Special Fourth Class Single-Piece (Book)
rate.
Express - This key is used to select the Express Post Office to Addressee (PO-
ADR) rate.
International (Surface & Air) - The following keys are used to select either the In-
ternational Air rates or the International Surface rates.
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• International Air - This key is used to select the International Air rates. If an International Surface rate is already displayed, this key toggles the display to show
the International Air rate.
• International Surface - This key is used to select the International Surface
rates. If an International Air rate is already displayed, this key toggles the display
to show the International Surface rate.
• Letter - This key is used to select the International Air Letter and Letter Pack-
ages rate.
• Parcel Post - This key is used to select the International Air or Surface Parcel
Post rate.
• Small Packet/Printed Matter - This key is used to select the International Air or
Surface Small Packet/Printed Matter rate.
• Canada (5) - This key is used to select Canada as the destination country when-
ever the scale is prompting for a country code. This key is also used as the numeric 5 key when numeric entry is required.
• Mexico (6) - This key is used to select Mexico as the destination country when-
ever the scale is prompting for a country code. This key is also used as the numeric 6 key when numeric entry is required.
3.2.1.2 UPS (United Parcel Service) Rate Keys
Ground Commercial (1) - Selects the Ground Commercial rate and is also used as
the numeric 1 key when numeric entry is required.
Ground Residential (2) - Selects the Ground Residential rate and is also used as
the numeric 2 key when numeric entry is required.
Next Day Air Letter/Package (3) - Selects the Next Day Air Package rate and is
also used as the numeric 3 key when numeric entry is required.
Second Day Air Letter/Package (4) - Selects the Second Day Air Package rate
and is also used as the numeric 4 key when numeric entry is required.
3.2.1.3 FedEx (Federal Express) Rate Keys
Priority Overnight Air Letter/Package (7) - Selects the Priority Overnight Pack-
age rate and is also used as the numeric 7 key when numeric entry is required.
Standard Overnight Air Letter/Package (8) - Selects the Standard Overnight
Package rate and is also used as the numeric 8 key when numeric entry is required.
Economy 2 Day Air Letter/Package (9) - Selects the Economy 2 Day Package
rate and is also used as the numeric 9 key when numeric entry is required.
3.2.2 OPERATOR KEYS
The remainder of the keys acts as various function keys. Some have to do with rate calculations and some have to do with actual scale operation. In each case, pressing the key will
activate the chosen function or prompt for further information.
3.2.2.1 SPECIAL SERVICES KEYS
These keys are used to select the special services for each carrier. If the service is
not available with the current class of mail or carrier, the scale will briefly display
“Service N/A”. If the service is not valid with a previously chosen service, the scale
will briefly display “Invalid Service”.
• Registered With/Without Postal Insurance - If this service is selected, the
scale prompts you to enter the Registered Amount. If the amount entered is
$100 or less, the scale prompts “Reg w/ Ins (Y/N?)”. If you select “Yes”, the
scale will include postal insurance. If you select “No”, the scale will not include
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postal insurance. If the amount is over $100, the scale automatically includes
postal insurance.
• Certified - If this service is selected, the appropriate fee for the transaction is
applied to the displayed rate.
• Return Receipt - If this service is selected, the appropriate fee for the transac-
tion is applied to the displayed rate.
• Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) - If this service is selected, the scale displays
“Enter Val = 0”. Once the value is entered, the appropriate fee for the transaction is applied to the displayed rate.
• Insurance - If this service is selected, the scale displays “Enter Val = 0”. and
allows you to enter the insured amount. After an amount is entered the appropriate fee for the transaction is applied to the displayed rate.
• Special Delivery - If this service is selected, the appropriate fee for the trans-
action is applied to the displayed rate.
3.2.2.2 ZIP/ZONE KEY
The ZIP/ZONE key is used to change the current ZIP code or zone. If three digits
are entered, the scale assumes a new ZIP code has been entered. If a one or two
digit code has been entered using the ENTER key, the scale assumes a new zone
has been entered.
3.2.2.3 CLEAR (NO) KEY
The CLEAR/RESET key is used to clear the current entry, clear the special service
fees applied or to answer a YES/NO question. If an incorrect data entry is made,
pressing this key will only clear the current data from the display.
3.2.2.4 ZERO KEY
The ZERO key is used to Zero the scale. When this key is selected, the scale zeros
the weight.
3.2.2.5 ENTER (YES) KEY
The ENTER (YES) key is used to accept data when in data entry mode or answer a
YES/NO question.
3.2.3 FUNCTION KEYS
The function keys are used to access less frequently used scale operations.
3.2.3.1 STAR (*) KEY
The STAR (*) key is used to briefly display the actual rate charged by the carrier
selected. This is used in conjunction with the handling charge feature described in
section 6.2.2.
3.2.3.2 PIECE COUNT
The Piece Count function puts the scale into a counting mode. Refer Section 5.1
for the Piece Count operation procedure. Note that the counting mode is not available for legal for trade applications.
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3.3 GENERAL SCALE OPERATION
3.3.1 SYSTEM PROMPTS
The SPS-70 and SPS-150 scale prompts for information in three ways.
• Numeric Entry - This type of prompt appears as an “Enter Val” message with an equal sign
indicating a zero value. Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data and press the
ENTER key to complete the entry. If you make a mistake during the entry, press the
CLEAR key to start over.
• ZIP Code/ Country Code Entry - This type of prompt appears as a message with three
question marks (???). Use the numeric keys to enter the requested data. There is no need
to press the ENTER key to complete the entry. If you make a mistake during the entry,
press the CLEAR key to start over.
• YES/NO Question - This type of prompt appears as a message with a (Y/N?) suffix. Press
the ENTER key for a YES response. Press the CLEAR key for a NO response.
3.3.2 MAILING OR SHIPPING AN ITEM
There are four basic steps to shipping a letter or package. Refer to Section 4 for detailed examples.
1. Place the letter or package on the scale’s platter and allow the weight indication to stabi-
lize. For more information on weighing an item, see Section 3.3.3.
2. Press a rate key to select the mailing or shipping method. Refer to Section 3.3.4 for
more information on selecting the desired class of mail.
3. If the method of shipment and/or the weight of the item requires a ZIP Code or country
code, the scale prompts (displays three question marks) for a three digit code. Use the
numeric keys to enter the destination ZIP Code or country code. Refer to Section
3.3.5.1 for more detailed information on entering a ZIP Code or Section 3.3.5.2 for more
detailed information on entering a country code.
4. If required, select a special service (i.e. Insurance, C.O.D., etc.). Press the appropriate
key to select the desired special service. Refer to Section 3.3.6 for more detailed instructions on the special services keys.
3.3.3 WEIGHING A LETTER OR PACKAGE
Before weighing an item, make sure the scale shows a zero weight indication. If it does not,
remove all items from the platter and press the ZERO key.
To weigh an item, place it on the center of the weighing platter. Once the weight stabilizes,
the scale’s display also stabilizes. If the item weight exceeds the scale’s weight capacity, it
displays “OVERWT”.
3.3.4 SELECTING A CLASS OF SERVICE
To select a mailing or shipping rate, simply press the appropriate rate key. The available
rates are listed in Section 3.2.1.
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3.3.5 ENTERING A ZIP CODE OR COUNTRY CODE
3.3.5.1 ZIP CODE ENTRY
If the method of shipment and/or the weight of the item requires a ZIP Code, the
scale will prompt for a ZIP Code entry.
• When the scale prompts you for a ZIP Code, enter the three-digit destination ZIP
code. When you enter third digit, the scale automatically completes the entry.
• You may also enter a destination zone with less than three digits. For example,
to enter zone 8, press “8” then press the ENTER key to complete the entry.
• If the scale displays “Invalid ZIP”, re-enter a valid ZIP Code.
• If you want to change the current ZIP Code or Zone, press the ZIP/ZONE key
and enter the new ZIP Code or Zone.
3.3.5.2 COUNTRY CODE ENTRY
When one of the International rate keys is selected, the scale prompts you for a
three-digit numeric country code.
• Refer to the Country Code Chart in Appendix E and enter the three-digit destination country code.
• If an invalid country code is entered, the scale displays "Invalid Cty Code" and
prompts you again for the country code.
• If an entered country has a service suspension imposed by the USPS or the selected class of mail is not available to that country, the scale displays an error
message and prompts you again for the country code.
3.3.6 SELECTING SPECIAL SERVICES
After selecting a rate, press a Special Services key to select a service. If the Special Services key is pressed before a rate is selected, or the special service is not available for the
selected class of mail, the scale displays “Service N/A”.
When a value must be entered to determine the special service fee (COD, Registered, and
Insurance), the scale prompts for a numeric entry. After the amount is entered, press the
ENTER key to accept the input.
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CHAPTER 4: EXAMPLES OF OPERATION
4.1 SENDING A LETTER OR PARCEL BY USPS FIRST CLASS/PRIORITY MAIL
1. 1ST Class Mail (Weight Less Than or Equal To 11 ounces)
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
1. Press the 1st/Priority key. No further action is
necessary.
2. Priority Mail (Weight from 1 Pound to 5 Pounds)
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
1. Press the 1st/Priority key. No further action is
necessary.
3. Priority Mail (Over 5 Pounds)
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
1ST 5
0
LB OZ RATE
CLASS/CARRIER
0.8
$ 0.33
ZONE/CTRY
PRI 5
1
LB
0.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
1. Press the 1st/Priority key.
2. Enter the first three digits of the destination ZIP
code using the numeric keys. In this example,
we will use ZIP code 123.
3. The screen now shows the USPS Priority Mail
rate.
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CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE ???
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
0.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE 123
1
LB OZ RATE
CLASS/CARRIER
0.8 $ 3.00
ZONE/CTRY
PRI 7
6
LB OZ RATE
0.8 $ 9.20
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4.2 SENDING AN INTERNATIONAL AIR LETTER BY USPS
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
1. Press the Letter Key.
2. Using the numeric keys, enter the country code
from Appendix D. In our example, we will
choose Canada, which has a country code of
237. You could also press the CANADA (5)
key.
3. The screen now shows the USPS Air Letter
rate to Canada.
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
CTY CODE ???
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
CTY CODE 237
1
LB OZ RATE
CLASS/CARRIER
AIR LETTER
6
LB
1.8 $ 3.00
ZONE/CTRY
237
1.8 $ 0.72
OZ
RATE
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4.3 SENDING A LETTER BY UPS SECOND DAY AIR
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
1. Press the UPS 2nd Day Air (4) key.
2. Enter the first three digits of the destination ZIP
code using the numeric keys. In this example,
we will use ZIP code 123.
3. The screen now shows the UPS 2nd Day Air
Package rate.
4. Press the Letter key to get the UPS 2nd Day Air
Letter rate.
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE ???
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE 123
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
2ND DAY 205
6
LB OZ RATE
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8
$ 7.25
ZONE/CTRY
2ND DAY LET 205
6
LB OZ RATE
1.8
$ 6.50
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4.4 SENDING A LETTER BY FEDERAL EXPRESS STANDARD OVERNIGHT
ACTION DISPLAY EXAMPLE
1. Press the FedEx Standard (8) key.
2. Enter the first three digits of the destination ZIP
code using the numeric keys. In this example,
we will use ZIP code 123.
3. The screen now shows the FedEx Standard
Overnight Package rate.
4. Press the Letter key to get the FedEx Standard
Overnight Letter rate.
CLASS/CARRIER
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE ???
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
ZIP/ZONE 123
1
LB
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8 $ 3.00
OZ
RATE
ZONE/CTRY
FDX STD 5
6
LB OZ RATE
CLASS/CARRIER
1.8
$ 17.75
ZONE/CTRY
FDX STD LET 5
6
LB OZ RATE
1.8
$ 12.75
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CHAPTER 5: ADVANCED FEATURES AND OPERATION
5.1 PIECE COUNTING
This function is used to count items of identical weight. To maintain the count accuracy, the
following guidelines should be followed.
• All items placed on the scale must be of the same weight.
• The minimum sample count is 10.
• The minimum weight per piece must be 0.2 ounces for a sample count of 10.
• The total weight of the items sampled must be 2 ounces or greater.
1. Remove all items from the scale.
2. Press the ZERO key.
3. Press the PIECE COUNT key. The scale prompts you to place a 10-piece sample count on the
scale.
4. Place the 10 piece sample count on the scale. The scale prompts you to press the ENTER key.
5. Press the ENTER key.
6. Remove the sample count from the scale.
7. Place the items to be counted on the scale. As items are added to or removed from the scale
the display reflects count.
8. Press the CLEAR key to return to normal scale operation.
NOTE: If the total weight of 10 samples is less than 2 ounces, it will not register as a full sample. If this
occurs, press the ENTER key and the scale will prompt for a 20-piece sample count.
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CHAPTER 6: SETUP OPERATION
6.1 SETUP OPERATION OVERVIEW
The system setup consists of three setup areas: Setup Menu, Calibration Menu and Analog to
Digital Conversion Diagnostic Menu.
6.2 SETUP MENU
The Setup Menu is used to configure the Origination ZIP code, Handling Charge and Buzzer setup.
1. Press and hold the ZERO key while turning on the scale. When the message “ZIP Code OK?”
appears on the screen, you are in Setup Menu Mode and you may release the ZERO key.
6.2.1 ORIGINATION ZIP CODE
This function is used to program your origination ZIP code.
1. Enter the Setup Menu Mode as described above. The scale prompts ” ZIP Code OK?”
and displays the current ZIP code.
2. Press the ENTER (Yes) key to accept the displayed ZIP code or press the CLEAR (No)
key to change the ZIP code.
Note: If “Yes” is selected, the scale proceeds to the Handling Charge Setup. If “No” is
selected, the message “Input ZIP = ???” appears in the display.
3. Using the numeric keys, enter the first three digits of your ZIP code. Once all three
digits are entered, the scale prompts ” ZIP Code OK?” and displays the current ZIP
code. Repeat Step 2.
6.2.2 HANDLING CHARGE
This function is used to program a percentage markup for each major class of mail or
carrier. In each case, you may enter a number from 0 to 99, with “0” indicating no markup
and “99” indicating a 99% markup (1.99 times the true rate). The scale is shipped from the
factory with all rates set to a 0% markup.
The rate categories available for markup include the following:
• First Class Single Piece (1ST)
• Priority Mail (PM)
• Standard Mail Single Piece (SMSP)
• Standard Mail Parcel Post (SMPP)
• INT’L Air/Surf (INTL)
• Library/Book (LIB)
• Express Mail (EXP)
• UPS Ground Com/Res (UPS GRD)
• UPS 2nd Day/Next Day (UPS AIR)
• All FedEx (FDX)
1. Enter the Setup Menu Mode as described above and press ENTER (Yes) for current
ZIP code. The scale prompts ” 1ST PERCENT OK?” and displays the current markup
percentage.
2. Press the ENTER (Yes) key to accept the displayed markup percentage for displayed
rate category or press the CLEAR (No) key to change the markup percentage.
Note: If “Yes” is selected, the scale proceeds to the next rate category listed above. If
“No” is selected, the message “Input PCT = ??” appears in the display.
3. Using the numeric keys, enter the desired markup percentage. The scale asks if the
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percent markup for the displayed rate category is OK. Repeat Step 2.
Note: If the desired markup percentage is less than 10, you must press the ENTER
key. Otherwise, if the desired markup percentage is 10 or greater, the scale
automatically enters the value for you.
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for all rate categories listed.
6.2.3 BUZZER ENABLE/DISABLE
This function is used to enable or disable the audible tone heard when a key is pressed.
1. Enter the Setup Menu Mode as described above and press the ENTER key until the
scale prompts ” Buzzer OK?” and displays the current status (ON/OFF) of the buzzer.
2. Press the ENTER (Yes) key to accept the displayed buzzer status or press the CLEAR
(No) key to change the buzzer status.
Note: If “Yes” is selected, the scale proceeds to Normal Operating Mode. If “No” is
selected, the status toggles between ON and OFF.
6.3 CALIBRATION MENU
Your SPS scale ships from the factory fully calibrated. There is no need to calibrate the scale
unless you feel that it has become inaccurate. It is a good idea to check the calibration of your
scale from time to time with a precision test weight. Transcell recommends that you perform a new
calibration on your digital scale at least once a year.
The SPS-70 scale may be calibrated using precision test weights of 4 lb and 50 lb. The SPS-150
scale may be calibrated using precision test weights of 4 lb and 100 lb. Please note that if the unit
is sealed for use in commercial applications, this calibration procedure is inhibited. See Chapter 7
for more information.
1. Enter the Calibration Mode by pressing and holding the Mexico (6) key while turning on the
scale. When the message “Calibration? Y/N” appears on the screen, you are in Calibration
Mode and you may release the Mexico (6) key.
2. Press the ENTER (Yes) key enter the calibration mode. The scale displays the message “C 0
PR ZERO”.
3. Remove all items from the scale’s platter and then press the ZERO key to zero the scale. The
scale displays the message “C 0 PR ENTER”.
4. Press the ENTER key to save the zero point value. The scale displays the message “C 4 “.
5. Place the 4 lb test weight(s) onto the scale’s platter. When the weight stabilizes, the scale
displays the message “C 4 PR ENTER”.
6. Press the ENTER (Yes) key to save the 4 lb calibration value. The SPS-70 scale displays the
message “C 50 “. The SPS-150 scale displays the message “C 100 “.
7. Place either the appropriate test weight(s) onto the scale’s platter. When the weight stabilizes,
the scale displays the message “ PR ENTER”.
8. Press the ENTER (Yes) key to save the 50 lb or 100 lb calibration value. The scale then
displays the message “Calibration End”.
9. Turn OFF the scale then turn back ON to resume normal operation.
6.4 ANALOG TO DIGITAL CONVERSION (ADC) DIAGNOSTIC MENU
This menu is reserved for Transcell technical personnel only.
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CHAPTER 7: LEGAL FOR TRADE SEALING
COVER
7.1 SEALING METHOD
The SPS-70 scale only can be sealed for commercial (Legal for Trade) applications as
follows.
1. Turn the scale off.
2. On the back of the scale, locate the Calibration Slide Switch Cover Plate (see
illustration below).
3. Remove the cover plate to reveal the Calibration Slide Switch.
4. Turn the switch to the opposite position.
5. Replace the slide switch cover and thread a wire security seal through both drilled head
screws securing the calibration switch cover.
INTERFACE
PORT
CAL SWITCH
POWER
CONNECTOR
Figure 7-1: SPS-70 / SPS-150 Back Panel
ON/OFF
SWITCH
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APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS
CAPACITY:
0–4 lb x 0.1 oz (SPS-70)
0–4 lb x 0.2 oz (SPS-150)
4–70 lb x 0.5 oz (SPS-70)
4–150 lb x 0.5 oz (SPS-150)
CONSTRUCTION:
Housings: Gray ABS
Sub-Platform: Metal
Platter: Stainless Steel
Feet: Non-skid Hard Rubber
DISPLAY:
16 x 2 Alpha, Liquid Crystal
KEYPAD:
34-key Tactile Keypad
OVER CAPACITY ANNUNCIATION:
103% of Full Scale Capacity
NON-LEGAL-FOR-TRADE OPERATING
TEMPERATURE RANGE:
32°F to 104°F
(0°C to 40°C)
LEGAL-FOR-TRADE OPERATING
TEMPERATURE RANGE:
41°F to 95°F
(5°C to 35°C)
POWER SOURCE:
AC Adapter, 12VDC, 800 mA,
included
SERIAL PORT:
Full Duplex RS-232,
Male DSUB9
WEIGHT:
Net Weight: 23.0 lb (10.4 kg)
Shipping Weight: 24.0 lb (10.8 kg)
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS:
10.2" [258 mm]
14.5" [368 mm]
13.2" [336 mm]
13.5" [343 mm]
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APPENDIX B: STANDARD RATES, SPECIAL SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS
B.1 STANDARD RATES, SPECIAL SERVICES AND FUNCTIONS
B.1.1 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE (USPS)
• 1st/Priority (Power On Default)
• Express PO-ADR
• Standard
• Book
• International
Air - Letter, Printed Matter, Small Packets, Parcel Post
Surface - Printed Matter, Small Packets, Parcel Post
• Library
B.1.2 UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS)
• Next Day Air Letter/Package
• 2nd Day Air Letter/Package
• Ground Package Commercial/Residential
B.1.3 FEDERAL EXPRESS
• Priority Overnight Letter/Package
• Standard Overnight Letter/Package
• Economy 2 Day Letter/Package
B.1.4 SPECIAL SERVICES
• Registered with Insurance
• Registered without Insurance
• Insurance
• Collect On Delivery (COD)
B.1.5 FUNCTIONS
• Clear
• Enter
• ZIP Code Origin
• Piece Count
• Special Services
• Zero Scale
• Handling Charge
• Return Receipt
• Certified
• Special Delivery
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APPENDIX C: RATE AND SPECIAL SERVICE ABBREVIATIONS
C.1 RATE ABBREVIATIONS
Display
Rate
Abbreviation.
USPS First 1st Class (<11 oz) 1ST
USPS 1st Priority (>11 oz) PRI
USPS Express PO-ADR EXP
USPS Standard Single Piece (<16 oz) STD
USPS Standard Parcel Post (>16 oz) STD
USPS Book BOOK
USPS Library LIB
USPS International Air Letter AIR LETTER
USPS International Air Printed Matter AIR PRT MATT
USPS International Air Parcel Post AIR PARCEL
USP International Surface Printed Matter SUR PRT MATT
USPS International Surface Parcel Post SUR PARCEL
UPS Next Day Air Letter NXT DAY LET
UPS Next Day Air Package NXT DAY
UPS 2nd Day Air Letter 2ND DAY LET
UPS 2nd Day Air Package 2ND DAY
UPS Ground Commercial GRD COM
UPS Ground Residential GRD RES
Fed Ex Priority Letter FDX PRI LET
Fed Ex Priority Package FDX PRI
Fed Ex Standard Letter FDX STD LET
Fed Ex Standard Package FDX STD
Fed Ex Economy 2 Day Letter FDX ECO LET
Fed Ex Economy 2 Day Package FDX ECO
C.2 SPECIAL SERVICES ABBREVIATONS
Long Display
Special Services Description
Abbreviation
Cash On Demand (COD) COD CO
Certified CERT CT
Insurance INS IN
Registered w/ postal insurance REG (I) RG
Registered w/o postal insurance REG RG
Return Receipt RT RCPT RR
Special Delivery SP DLVY SD
Short Display
Abbreviation
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APPENDIX D: COUNTRY CODE CHART
TRANSCELL USPS INTERNATIONAL COUNTRY CODE CHART
200 Afghanistan
201 Albania
202 Algeria
203 Andorra
204 Angola
205 Anguilla
206 Antigua & Barbuda
207 Argentina
208 Armenia
209 Aruba
210 Ascension
211 Australia
212 Austria
213 Azerbaijan
214 Azores
215 Bahamas
216 Bahrain
217 Bangladesh
218 Barbados
219 Belarus
220 Belgium
221 Belize
222 Benin
223 Bermuda
224 Bhutan
225 Bolivia
226 Bosnia-Herzegovina
227 Botswana
228 Brazil
229 British Virgin Islands
230 Brunei Darussalam
231 Bulgaria
232 Burkina Faso
233 Burma
234 Burundi
235 Cambodia
236 Cameroon
237 Canada
238 Cape Verde
239 Cayman Islands
240 Central African Republic
241 Chad
242 Chile
243 China
244 Colombia
245 Comoros
246 Congo, Republic of
413 Congo, Dem. Republic of
247 Corsica
248 Costa Rica
249 Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
250 Croatia
251 Cuba
252 Cyprus
253 Czech Republic
254 Denmark
255 Djibouti
256 Dominica
257 Dominican Republic
258 Ecuador
259 Egypt
260 El Salvador
261 Equatorial Guinea
262 Eritrea
263 Estonia
264 Ethiopia
265 Falkland Islands
266 Faroe Island
267 Fiji
268 Finland
269 France, Monaco
270 French Guiana
271 French Polynesia
272 Gabon
273 Gambia
274 Rep. of Georgia
275 Germany
276 Ghana
277 Gibraltar
278 Great Britain/North Ireland
279 Greece
280 Greenland
281 Grenada
282 Guadeloupe
283 Guatemala
284 Guinea
285 Guinea-Bissau
286 Guyana
287 Haiti
288 Honduras
289 Hong Kong
290 Hungary
291 Iceland
292 India
293 Indonesia
294 Iran
295 Iraq
296 Ireland (Eire)
297 Israel
298 Italy
299 Jamaica
300 Japan
301 Jordan
302 Kazakhstan
303 Kenya
304 Kiribati
305 Korea, North
306 Korea, South
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307 Kuwait
308 Kyrgyzstan
309 Laos
310 Latvia
311 Lebanon
312 Lesotho
313 Liberia
314 Libya
315 Liechtenstein
316 Lithuania
317 Luxembourg
318 Macao
319 Macedonia
320 Madagascar
321 Madeira Island
322 Malawi
323 Malaysia
324 Maldives
325 Mali
326 Malta
327 Martinique
328 Mauritania
329 Mauritius
330 Mexico
331 Moldova
332 Mongolia
333 Montserrat
334 Morocco
335 Mozambique
336 Namibia
337 Nauru
338 Nepal
339 Netherlands
340 Netherlands Antilles
341 New Caledonia
342 New Zealand
343 Nicaragua
344 Niger
345 Nigeria
346 Norway
347 Oman
348 Pakistan
349 Panama
350 Papua New Guinea
351 Paraguay
352 Peru
353 Philippines
354 Pitcairn Island
355 Poland
356 Portugal
357 Qatar
358 Reunion
359 Romania
360 Russia
361 Rwanda
362 St. Christopher & Nevis
363 St. Helena
364 St. Lucia
365 St. Pierre & Miquelon
366 St. Vincent & Grenadines
367 San Marino
368 Sao Tome & Principe
369 Saudi Arabia
370 Senegal
371 Serbia-Montenegro
372 Seychelles
373 Sierra Leone
374 Singapore
375 Slovak Republic
376 Slovenia
377 Solomon Islands
378 Somalia
379 South Africa
380 Spain
381 Sri Lanka
382 Sudan
383 Suriname
384 Swaziland
385 Sweden
386 Switzerland
387 Syrian Arab Republic
388 Taiwan
389 Tajikistan
390 Tanzania
391 Thailand
392 Togo
393 Tonga
394 Trinidad & Tobago
395 Tristan Da Cunha
396 Tunisia
397 Turkey
398 Turkmenistan
399 Turks & Caicos Islands
400 Tuvalu
401 Uganda
402 Ukraine
403 United Arab Emirate
404 Uruguay
405 Uzbekistan
406 Vanuatu
407 Vatican City
408 Venezuela
409 Vietnam
410 Wallis & Futuna Islands
411 Western Samoa
412 Yemen
414 Zambia
415 Zimbabwe
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APPENDIX E: COUNTRY NAME ABBREVIATIONS
Country Name
Abbr.
Country Name
Abbr.
Afghanistan AFGHANIS Cuba CUBA
Albania ALBANIA Cyprus CYPRUS
Algeria ALGERIA Czech Republic CZECH RE
Andorra ANDORRA Denmark DENMARK
Angola ANGOLA Djibouti DJIBOUTI
Anguilla ANGUILLA Dominican Republic DOM REP
Antigua & Barbuda ANTIGUA Dominica DOMINICA
Argentina ARGENTIN Ecuador ECUADOR
Armenia ARMENIA Egypt EGYPT
Aruba ARUBA El Salvador EL SALVA
Ascension ASCENSIO Equatorial Guinea EQUATORI
Australia AUSTRALI Eritrea ERITREA
Austria AUSTRIA Estonia ESTONIA
Azerbaijan AZERBAIJ Ethiopia ETHIOPIA
Azores AZORES Falkland Islands FALKLAND
British Virgin Isles VIRGIN I Faroe Islands FAROE IS
Bahamas BAHAMAS Fiji Islands FIJI
Bahrain BAHRAIN Finland FINLAND
Bangladesh BANGLADE France, Monaco FRANCE
Barbados BARBADOS French Guiana FRENCH G
Belarus BELARUS French Polynesia FRENCH P
Belgium BELGIUM Gabon GABON
Belize BELIZE Gambia GAMBIA
Benin BENIN Republic of Georgia GEORGIA
Bermuda BERMUDA Germany GERMANY
Bhutan BHUTAN Ghana GHANA
Bolivia BOLIVIA Gibraltar GIBRALTA
Bosnia-Herzegovina BOSNIA-H Great Britain/North Ireland GREAT BR
Botswana BOTSWANA Greece GREECE
Brazil BRAZIL Greenland GREENLAN
Brunei Darussalam BRUNEI D Grenada GRENADA
Bulgaria BULGARIA Guadeloupe GUADELOU
Burkina Faso BURKINA Guatemala GUATEMAL
Burma BURMA Guinea-Bissau GUINEABurundi BURUNDI Guinea GUINEA
Central African Republic CENT AFR Guyana GUYANA
Cambodia CAMBODIA Haiti HAITI
Cameroon CAMEROON Honduras HONDURAS
Canada CANADA Hong Kong HONG KON
Cape Verde CAPE VER Hungary HUNGARY
Cayman Islands CAYMAN I Iceland ICELAND
Chad CHAD India INDIA
Chile CHILE Indonesia INDONESI
China CHINA Iran IRAN
Colombia COLOMBIA Iraq IRAQ
Comoros COMOROS Ireland (Erie) IRELAND
Congo, Dem. Republic of CONGO DE Israel ISRAEL
Congo, Republic of CONGO RE Italy ITALY
Corsica CORSICA Ivory Coast COTE D'L
Costa Rica COSTA RI Jamaica JAMAICA
Croatia CROATIA Japan JAPAN
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Country Name
Abbr.
Country Name
Abbr.
Jordan JORDAN Philippines PHILIPPI
Kazakhstan KAZAKHST Pitcairn Islands PITCAIRN
Kenya KENYA Poland POLAND
Kiribati KIRIBATI Portugal PORTUGAL
Kuwait KUWAIT Qatar QATAR
Kyrgyzstan KYRGYZST Reunion REUNION
Laos LAOS Romania ROMANIA
Latvia LATVIA Russia RUSSIA
Lebanon LEBANON Rwanda RWANDA
Lesotho LESOTHO South Africa SOUTH AF
Liberia LIBERIA South Korea KOREA RE
Libya LIBYA Sierra Leone SIERRA L
Liechtenstein LIECHTEN San Marino SAN MARI
Lithuania LITHUANI Sao Tomes & Principe SAO TOME
Luxembourg LUXEMBOU Saudi Arabia SAUDI AR
Macao MACAO Senegal SENEGAL
Macedonia MACEDONIA Serbia-Montenegro SERBIA-M
Madagascar MADAGASC Seychelles SEYCHELL
Madeira Island MADEIRA Singapore SINGAPOR
Malawi MALAWI Slovakia Republic SLOVAK R
Malaysia MALAYSIA Slovenia SLOVENIA
Maldives MALDIVES Solomon Islands SOLOMON
Mali MALI Somalia SOMALIA
Malta MALTA Spain SPAIN
Martinique MARTINIQ Sri Lanka SRI LANK
Mauritania MAURITAN St Christopher & Nevis ST. CHRI
Mauritius MAURITIU St Lucia SAINT LU
Mexico MEXICO St Pierre & Miquelon SAINT PI
Moldova MOLDOVA St Helena SAINT HE
Mongolia MONGOLIA St Vincent & Grenadines SAINT VI
Montserrat MONTSERR Sudan SUDAN
Morocco MOROCCO Suriname SURINAME
Mozambique MOZAMBIQ Swaziland SWAZILAN
North Korea KOREA DE Sweden SWEDEN
Namibia NAMIBIA Switzerland SWITZERL
Nauru NAURU Syrian Arab Republic SYRIA
Nepal NEPAL Taiwan TAIWAN
Netherlands Antilles NET ANTI Tajikistan TAJIKIST
Netherlands NETHERLA Tanzania TANZANIA
New Caledonia NEW CALE Thailand THAILAND
New Zealand NEW ZEAL Togo TOGO
Nicaragua NICARAGU Tonga TONGA
Niger NIGER Trinidad & Tobago TRINIDAD
Nigeria NIGERIA Tristan Da Cunha TRISTAN
Norway NORWAY Turkmenistan TURKMENI
Oman OMAN Tunisia TUNISIA
Pakistan PAKISTAN Turkey TURKEY
Panama PANAMA Turks & Caicos TURKS &
Papua New Guinea PAPUA NE Tuvalu TUVALU
Paraguay PARAGUAY Uganda UGANDA
Peru PERU Ukraine UKRAINE
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Country Name
Abbr.
United Arab Emirate UNITED A
Uruguay URUGUAY
Uzbekistan UZBEKIST
Vanuatu VANUATU
Vatican City VATICAN
Venezuela VENEZUEL
Vietnam VIETNAM
Wallis & Futuna Islands WALLIS &
Western Samoa W. SAMOA
Yemen YEMEN
Zambia ZAMBIA
Zimbabwe ZIMBABWE
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APPENDIX F: RATE CHANGE INFORMATION
F.1 RATE UPDATES
Transcell updates carrier rate and structure changes. The rates and operating system reside on
one Rate Card, which is removable from the scale for reprogramming purposes.
1. Turn the scale’s AC power switch to the off position.
2. Remove the Rate Card cover from the right hand side of the scale.
3. Install the Rate Card in the scale with the component side of the module facing the top of the
scale.
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APPENDIX G: ERROR MESSAGES
G.1 ERROR MESSAGES
If the scale encounters an error condition, it will display a message alerting the operator. A
description of each display follows:
G.1.1 OPERATOR ERRORS
Message Explanation
ovwt Indicates that the weight for the class of service
selected has been exceeded
underwt Indicates that the weight for the class of service
selected is too light
OVERWT Indicates that the weighing capacity of the scale has
been exceeded
– – – – – – – Indicates that the weight reading is less than zero
Invalid Zip Code
Indicates that an invalid ZIP code or zone was entered
Invalid Zone #
Invalid Cty Code Indicates that an invalid country code was entered
Service N/A Indicates that the special service is not valid for the
class of mail selected
Invalid Service Indicates that the special service is not valid with the
current special service(s) selected.
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