User Manual

Preparing the MailThere are three types of mail that can be processed throughSmartAddresser 5: machinable, non-machinable, and manual. The typepull-down menu allows you to specify which type of mail you will bepresorting. For a breakdown of each, see the notes below:MachinableMachinable mail is automation compatible mail with a barcodeprinted on the piece. Verify your particular mail piece'seligibility for automation rates with your local post office, orconsult the Domestic Mail Manual, published by the UnitedStates Postal Service for details.Non-MachinableManualThe Print Barcodes CheckboxMail pieces that are of the correct aspect ratio and thickness tobe processed through automation equipment, yet will not havea barcode printed on the piece, will be classified as nonmachinable.Selecting Non-Machinable from the Type pulldownwill provide the applicable nonautomation postage rates,and print tags with the "MACH" identifier required by the USPS.Manual pieces are pieces that exceed the limitations set forthby the USPS for machinable mail. Typically these pieces will betoo thick, or the aspect ratio will be too small, or an equallyproblematic issue for automation equipment. Selecting manualwill give you the same nonautomation rates as Non-Machinable(in most cases), but will also print "MAN" on the container tags,required by the USPS.The Print Barcodes checkbox is the final determination withinSmartAddresser 5 as to whether your mail will receive automationdiscounts or not. If you select Machinable in the Type pull-down, thenyou can enable the Print Barcodes option. If Non-machinable ormanual is selected in the Type pull-down, then the checkbox will bedimmed.Pay Type pull-downThe Pay Type pull-down allows you to select your payment method forthe mailing. The available options are Imprint, Meter, orStamps. SmartAddresser 5 automatically checks the appropriate127