Frama F-Link
Installation Guide (English)
Safety precautions and warnings
Thank you for deciding to use the Frama F-Link.
The information in this guide is intended to support you during the installation of the Frama F-Link unit. You can
find more detailed information about configuring the unit using the integrated browser interface by reading the
Configu-ration Guide, which can be downloaded at www.frama.com (downloads).
This networking unit meets currently valid safety regulations. Inappropriate use, however, can lead to personal
injury or damage to property. With this in mind, please first read this guide before you put the unit into service. By
doing so, you will protect yourself and avoid damaging the unit. Store this guide carefully and pass it along to any
subsequent owner
Symbols used
This Installation Guide uses the following symbols:
Danger!
This symbol points to dangers and safety risks when handling, operating or servicing the F-Link
unit which could result in personal injury.
Note!
This symbol points to valuable guidelines and instructions for handling the F-Link unit which
can eliminate the risk of damage to the F-Link, the franking system, the mail items or the
immediate surroundings.
Tip!
Interesting notes and tips for efficient handling of the F-Link.
Configuration Guide
You can find more detailed information about configuring the unit using the integrated
browser interface by reading the Configuration Guide, which can be downloaded from the
Frama website at www.frama.com.
Note!
Conformity Declaration
We, Frama AG, Unterdorf, CH-3438 Lauperswil, herewith declare that the product Frama F-Link serial, F-Link a/b
complies with the following standards or normative documents:
EN 300 328
EN 301 489
EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 60950
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
IEC60950-1A
Lauperswil, 29.08.2012
Thomas P. Haug
Frama AG, CH-3438 Lauperswil
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1. System overview (Fig. 1 - 6)
1.1. Safety precautions
1.1.1. Intended use
1.Never place any hot objects (cigarettes, etc.) on the housing. Make sure that
moisture cannot make its way into the unit.
2.Avoid using aggressive cleaning agents or detergents when cleaning the unit.
Note!
Instead, use a slightly damp cleaning cloth.
1.1.2. Safety precautions / accident prevention
1.Use this unit exclusively in an indoor environment and only when connected to
Frama franking systems. Any other use, modifications or changes to the unit are not
permitted and are potentially dangerous. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
caused by unauthorised use or incorrect operation.
2.Before setting up the unit, check it for external damage. Commissioning a dama-
ged unit can be life-threatening.
3.A damaged connection cable may only be replaced with the identical type.
4.Each time you install the system, first check the cables and plugs, in particular at
the plug-in power adapter. Have damage repaired only by an electrical specialist.
5.Insert the mains plug into a socket only when the franking machine's housing
is closed.
6.Always run all cables away from the back of the unit and make sure there is no
Danger!
risk of them being damaged or someone tripping over them.
7.Never remove the power plug from its socket by pulling on the power cord.
8.Keep children away from the unit.
9.Have repairs to the unit carried out only by Frama or an authorised Frama distribu-
tor. Never open the unit yourself under any circumstances! Repairs done improperly
can result in considerable danger to the operator.
1.1.3. Setup instructions
The unit has been manufactured for normal operating conditions. Please remember:
today's furniture is coated with an overwhelming variety of paints, lacquers and
synthetic materials. Thus it is quite possible that some of these materials contain
components which can attack or soften the plastic feet on the unit. Feet on the unit
which are possibly altered by foreign substances can leave marks on your furniture.
Frama cannot accept any liability for obvious reasons. With this in mind, use a
non-slip underlay.
Note!
Avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight.
1.1.4. Proper use
1.Only use the intended accessories! The use of unapproved or unauthorised
accessories can shorten the unit's useful service life. In addition, doing so can put
the operator in danger.
2.Do not clean the unit with flammable fluids. There is a risk of explosion!
3.Before cleaning the unit, pull the mains plug out of the socket. Clean the unit only
using a damp cloth. Do not spray any liquids on or inside the unit. There is the risk
of an electrical shock – potentially fatal!
Danger!
4.Do not place any fluids, glasses, franking ink, etc. on the unit.
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1.2. Recycling and disposal
The WEEE directive (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, 2002/96/EC) was drawn up for the protecti-
on of hu-man health and the environment. It ensures that products at the end of their useful service life are
disposed of while utilising the best available reprocessing, recovery and technical recycling methods. Your
product has been developed and manufactured using top-quality materials and components which can be
recycled and reprocessed.
Do not throw this product into the household waste.
Please become familiar with local collection points for electrical and electronic waste products, which are correspon-
dingly identified.
When you purchase a replacement product, you can hand over your old equipment to your specialised dealer/supplier.
According to the Ordinance on the Return, the Taking Back and the Disposal of Electrical and Elec-tronic Appliances
(ORDEA), your specialised dealer/supplier is obliged to take back used equipment.
2. Scope of delivery
The shipping box contains the following components (Fig. 1):
1. F-Link serial or F-Link a/b
2. Installation Guide
3. Connection cable: F-Link and a franking system
4. Power cable, 1.4 m long
5. Wi-Fi antenna
6. Plug-in power adapter
Become familiar with each component and get them ready for installation. The exact unit designation (F-Link serial or
F-Link a/b) can be found on the name plate on the bottom of the unit.
3. Installation
Select the appropriate section in this guide for your unit. The F-Link serial and F-Link a/b differ in their connections
according to which Frama franking system they are used with.
You can determine the exact model of the unit from its name plate.
F-Link serial works together with the following Frama franking systems: Frama Sensonic, Frama EcoMail, Frama Access-
Mail, Frama StartMail, Frama PowerMail, Frama OfficeMail, Frama Mailmax.
F-Link a/b works together with the following Frama franking systems: Frama Matrix F2, Frama Matrix f2-L,
Frama Matrix F4, Frama Matrix F4-L, Frama Matrix F6.
3.1. Frama F-Link installation
Before you make connections, make certain that the franking system, including a
modem if present, is turned off and that all units are disconnected from the mains.
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3.1.1. Franking system to F-Link connection
3.1.1.1. F-Link serial
Follow the steps listed below to connect the F-Link serial to a franking system:
1. If you have until now operated with a modem, remove its connection cable from the franking
system (connection as shown in Fig. 2).
2. Connect the 9-conductor plug of the supplied connection cable to the franking system. Please
make sure the correct connection socket is used. Compare the connections with Fig. 2!
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the F-Link serial as shown in Fig. 4.
3.1.1.2. F-Link a/b
Follow the steps listed below to connect the F-Link a/b to a franking system:
1. Remove the telephone cable from the franking system (connection as shown in Fig. 3).
2. Connect the RJ-11 plug of the supplied connection cable with the franking system. Please make
sure the correct connection socket is used. Compare the connections with Fig. 3!
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the F-Link a/b as shown in Fig. 4.
3.1.2. F-Link to network connection
You can find more detailed information about configuring the unit using the integra-
ted browser interface by reading the Configuration Guide, which can be downloaded
at www.frama.com.
Note!
Depending on the existing corporate network, you can integrate the F-Link into your network using the supplied
network cable (LAN connection, Fig. 6) or through a wireless connection using Wi-Fi (W-LAN).
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