Avante International Technology, Inc. VOTE-TRAKKER™ Election Official Manual Part C Appendicies Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. © 2001-2002 Avante International Technology, Inc. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ............................................ ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ......................................................... ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 1.1.1 Basic Operational Functions ................................................Error! Bookmark not defined. 1.1.2 Voter Operating Functions and Modes.................................Error! Bookmark not defined. 1.2 SAFETY INFORMATION....................
Avante International Technology, Inc. 3.3.13 RANKING VOTING................................. ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 3.3.14 PRIMARY ELECTIONS.......................... ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 4. ELECTION OFFICIAL OPERATING PROCEDURES ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 4.1 HOW TO PREPARE A VOTE-TRAKKER™ FOR AN ELECTION ...........ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 4.1.1 Load Ballot...........................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined. 4.1.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6.1 GLOSSARY ................................................................................................................................ 1 6.2 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................. 2 6.2.1 Miscellaneous Error Screens ........................................................................................... 2 6.2.2 Manufacturer’s Recommended Security Procedures...
Avante International Technology, Inc. 8.1 DURING OPERATION................................................................................................................... 26 8.2 DURING STORAGE ...................................................................................................................... 26 8.3 LIFE TEST .................................................................................................................................. 27 9. INSTALLING THE PAPER ROLL ................
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6. Appendices 6.1 Glossary The following are terms that may help the users to understand the functions of the system. • “Skip Contest”: This choice on the touch screen allows the voter to express their choice of not participating in that particular contest. It helps to eliminate any doubt of voter intent. • “No Vote (Abstain)”: This is the same as “Skip Contest”.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6.2 References All of the common voter and poll worker interfaces have been identified in this section of the operations manual. Additional error messages will be furnished in the section of 6.2.1 of “Detailed Examples”. 6.2.1 Miscellaneous Error Screens The following are all of the error screens that the voter or poll worker may see. Invalid VID#: This error message appears whenever the voter enters a wrong or invalid VID# either manually or with invalid smart card.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Wrong password: This error message appears whenever the poll worker enters a wrong password. Figure 6.1.3B: 6.2.2 Manufacturer’s Recommended Security Procedures The following are some of the recommended security procedures for effective and secure voting operation. Power Supply: VOTE-TRAKKER™ is equipped with 1000VA battery power back-up supply in the form of uninterruptable power supply (UPS). Please make sure the system is plugged into a proper AC power source.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6.2.3 Machine Setting & Testing Functions Figure 6.2.3A The following functions are found in the Machine Setting & Testing screen: • Set Voting Machine – see section 4.1 for description • Battery Status – shows the status of the power supply to the laptop (see Figure 6.2.3B). • Test Smart Card – performs the same test of the smart card that is done during power up of the voting machine (refer to section 4.1).
Avante International Technology, Inc. Figure 6.2.3B Figure 6.2.3C Figure 6.2.3D Figure 6.2.3E In Figure 6.2.3D the font size relates to the receipt font only. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6.3 Calibration of Touch Screen The touch screen has a built in calibration routine that is accessed during power up (see section 4.1) or from the Machine Settings and Test screen. There are several approved versions of the touch screen software. The most common version employed is shown below. It takes four touches to calibrate the touch screen.
Avante International Technology, Inc. If the “Virtual Button” is selected, the screen in Figure 6.3B is shown: Figure 6.3B The correct setting is the “Touch Down Mode”. It is not recommended to use the other modes. The “Feedback Sound” option is shown in Figure 6.3C: Figure 6.3C The correct setting is “Touch Down Only”. It is not recommended to use the other modes. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. The “Mouse Speed” settings are shown in Figure 6.3D: Figure 6.3D The correct setting is to select the “Enable” checkbox in the “Bypass Mode” setting. It is not recommended to change this setting. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. By selecting the “Support” button, a message, as shown in Figure 6.3E, appears: Figure 6.3E Future versions of this touch screen software will allow for online support. However, if support is needed, contact Avante International Technology, Inc. Do not attempt to contact the touch screen manufacturer. They will not always be able to help because they do not know exactly how the Vote-Trakker™ is configured. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 7. Printer Information Printer User’s Guide for Vote-Trakker™ Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. This section is derived directly from the manufacturer of the printer, Star Micronics. The contents are the same as they appear in their manual. Sections that are not pertinent to users have been edited from this guide to avoid confusion. If there is a problem not described in this guide, please contact your Avante International Technology representative for further instruction. NOTICE • All rights reserved.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Table of Contents 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ...................................................................................... 13 2. CONSTRUCTION...................................................................................................... 14 2.1 CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................................... 14 2.2 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ..........................................................
Avante International Technology, Inc. 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION The TUP492-24 printer is a line thermal printer and is used in various electronic equipment, such as game machines, ATMs and information kiosks. TUP492-24 is equipped with a presenter which discharge and collect paper. These printers feature the following: 1. High-speed printing: 2 in./sec (50 mm/sec) 2. High resolution: 8 dots/mm vertically, 8 dots/mm horizontally (approx. 200 dpi) 3. Silent operation 4. Paper roll size: max. 8-inch diameter 5.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 2. CONSTRUCTION 2.1 Configuration The unit printer mechanism is constructed of the following components: 2.2 Principle of Operation 2.2.1 Drive and paper feed The rotation of the stepping motor is transmitted to the gear, which turns the platen. The rotation of the platen generates friction between it, the thermal paper and the thermal head, therefore causing the paper to be fed. 2.2.
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Avante International Technology, Inc. 3. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 4. PAPER ROLL SPECIFICATIONS Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Notes • Use paper that is rolled inward. • Do not affix the end of the paper to the paper roller. • Paper jams may occur depending on the paper quality used and the pattern printed. • If the machine is turned off and left for a long time with paper caught in the thermal head, the paper should be removed and inserted again. • Keep this machine on a level surface. • The roller may leave short marks in the end of the paper. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 5. DISPLAYS AND FUNCTIONS The LEDs and RESUME button are mounted on the NEPCB. 5.1 LEDs 5.2 RESUME Button When no paper is inserted, insert more paper, and then press this button to automatically feed the specified length of paper (approx. 80 mm when the presenter is installed or approx. 30 mm when it is not). After the paper is cut, the printer will go back on line. 5.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 5.4 Sensor Adjusting Mode a) Reflecting sensor (black mark sensor) • Insert the paper in front of the sensor mechanism so that a black mark is not positioned in front of the sensor. • Adjust the reflecting sensor controller VR4 on the PCB until the HU LED lights up. b) Paper-out sensor • Insert the paper in front of the sensor mechanism so that a black mark is not positioned in front of the sensor.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 5.6 Error Messages It is possible to determine the type of error occurring by observing the printing results and which LED lights up. a) Recoverable errors • The printer goes off line when these errors occur. • To resume operation, remove the cause of the error, then press the RESUME button. b) Unrecoverable errors • The printer goes off line when these errors occur.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Paper Jam, Case 2: Removing paper from near the cutter. (Procedure) 1) When paper is jammed inside the cutter, if it cannot be removed by the procedure in Case 1, take out the screws on both sides of the presenter, as shown in the figure. 2) Slide the presenter along the * part in the figure, separating the presenter and the cutter, then remove the jammed paper.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 5.7 Near-End Sensor Position The near-end sensors can be moved a maximum of 5 mm to the right or left by moving the near-end sensor PCB. Slightly loosen the three screws (without removing them) used to install the PCB, then move the PCB to the desired position. After making sure that the PCB fits properly (i.e. it is not loose), tighten the three screws. (Do not break the PCB.) Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 6. CUTTER Notes- If the cutter is not located at the home position when an error has occurred, it can be returned to the home position by removing the cause of the error and turning the power off, then on again. The cutter can also be returned to the home position by turning off the power, inserting a screwdriver into the hole on the side of the cutter, then rotating the motor until the cutter is returned to the position which is believed to be the home position.
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Avante International Technology, Inc. 8. RELIABILITY 8.1 During operation Temperature: 5° ~ 40°C Humidity: 25% RH ~ 80% RH (no condensation) Operating temperature and humidity ranges Notes- When the environmental temperature is too high, the thermal head temperature sensor is activated and the printer stops operating. 8.2 During storage Temperature: –20°C ~ 60°C Humidity: 10% RH ~ 90% RH (no condensation) Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 8.3 Life Test MCBF Notes• The thermal head life given above is applicable for cases when standard paper is used. • Printing continuously at a print ratio of less than 12.5% increases the resistance of the thermal head’s heatgenerating element by more than 15% of the initial value. • Excluding damages caused by dust, foreign objects etc. • Missing dot ratio maximum of 0.5% over 50 km. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 9. INSTALLING THE PAPER ROLL Pass the paper over the damper shaft, pass it under the thermal head, then insert the paper between cutter guides. Double check that the paper is inserted into the cutter by looking into the small wholes on the upper cutter guide. Feed the paper until the end enters the presenter’s roller. Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. Carefully place the paper roll on the frame, then wind the roll to remove any slack in the paper. (Incorrectly installing the paper roll may bend the frame or cause a paper jam.) Version 4.4.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 10. MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance is very important since minute debris of thermosensible paper sticking to the platen may cause slipping of the paper feeder. Maintenance should be made as follows: Maintenance Timing: Generally, TUP series should be maintained every time after using 8 rolls of 8 inch ø Star Standard Spec paper roll, or 6 month. Maintenance Procedures: 1. Make sure that the power supply is turned off before starting the maintenance procedures. 2.
Avante International Technology, Inc. 3. Remove the dirt from the thermal head using a cotton bud or soft cloth dipped in alcohol. 4. Remove all dirt, dust or paper debris, etc. adhering to the sensors (particularly the reflector type sensors) of the thermal mechanism and the presenter. Note- For the presenter’s paper sensor, take out the screws in the presenter cover on the side as shown in the figure below, remove the cover, then remove the dust from above.
