The weight is stuck at 1.0 gram on the SendPro Mailstation
If your SendPro Mailstation displays the default weight of 1g when you place a heavier letter on the scale, follow these steps to resolve the issue.
Products affected: SendPro® Mailstation
Issue
The device displays the default weight of 1.0 gram when you place a heavier letter on the scale.
Cause
There is an internal error.
Resolution
- Ensure there are no other devices plugged into the device's USB ports.
- Check there is nothing placed near the device that could cause vibrations, such as a fan blowing air.
Try these solutions in order:
- Solution 1: Zero the scale
- Solution 2: Connect the scale to a different USB port
- Solution 3: Restart the device
- Solution 4: Hard reboot the device
Solution 1: Zero the scale
- Remove any items from the scale.
- Tap Weight.
- Tap Zero Scale.
- Tap the back arrow.
- Weigh the mail piece again.
If the issue is not resolved, proceed to solution 2.
Solution 2: Try connecting the scale to a different USB port
If the issue is not resolved, proceed to solution 3.
Solution 3: Restart the device
- Disconnect the USB scale.
- Hold the power button until the screen displays Shutting Down.
- Once the device is off, wait 5 seconds.
- Tap the power button.
If the issue is not resolved, proceed to solution 4.
Solution 4: Hard-reboot the device
- Disconnect the power cord from the back of the machine.
- Wait ten seconds.
- Plug the cord back in firmly.
- Tap the power button.
UPDATED: 20 June 2023