Pitney Bowes DM500 Postal Equipment User Manual


 
SV60890 Rev. G A-7
DM500™ and DM550™ Digital Mailing System Operating Guide
Test Pattern The pattern printed during a test to show the clarity of the
meter imprint.
Thickness Adjustment Knob Adjusts the tension to accommodate the thickness of the
pieces of mail you are feeding.
Tyvek® A plastic material used for envelopes.
USPS The Unites States Postal Service.
Wiper Blade Part of the printing assembly that wipes excess ink off the
printhead.
ZIP Code A ZIP Code is a numeric code used by the USPS to identify
general and specific geographic areas in the United States.
ZIP+4 Code A 9-digit numeric code incorporating the original 5-digit ZIP
Code, a hyphen, and 4 additional digits. The first 5 digits
identify the delivery office. The 4-digit add-on identifies
specific delivery segments.