Getting Started with the CR1000

Welcome to your new CR1000 digital time clock and date stamp!

This guide will walk you through unboxing, opening and closing the CR1000, and setting the print configurations. By the end, you will have your CR1000 set up and ready to track time.

In this guide:

• Before You Start
• Set Up
• Registering Your CR1000
• Mount the CR1000 (Optional)
• Punch on the CR1000

Before You Start

What’s in the Box?

• CR1000 Digital Time Clock and Date Stamp
• (2) Security Keys
• 50 Time Cards
• AC Power Adapter
• Ink Ribbon (Installed)
• Full Product Guide
• Quick Start Guide

Inspect for any damage that may have occurred during shipment and check for any missing items. If any damage is found or any parts are missing, please contact Workwell Customer Service at [phone].

Getting Started Video Walkthrough

Watch this quick video for a walkthrough of what to do before programming your new CR1000 then Set Up the Time Clock or refer to the information below.

Opening and Closing the Cover

Open

1. Insert the key into the lock on the cover of the device.
2. Turn the key clockwise to unlock.
3. Lift upward to remove the cover.

Close

1. Replace the cover.
2. Insert the key into the lock on the cover of the device.
3. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the device.

Remove Packing Materials

When you open the device for the first time, remove the protective pad and cardboard insert.

Locate the Ink Ribbon

The ribbon may have dislodged during shipping. To avoid damage to the printer, press the ribbon cartridge firmly into position after removing the protective pad.

Plug in the AC Adapter

Once the protective pad and cardboard insert have been removed, plug the AC adapter (power cord) into the back of the device. See the safety notes in the Features and Specifications article before plugging in your device.

Set Up the CR1000 Time Clock

While you can set the date and time and start printing, the CR1000 offers a variety of features that allow for more customized setup. This section covers the most common options and links to detailed articles for advanced settings.

Notes: 

• If you see E-90, double-check your programmed settings - at least one setting was entered incorrectly. 
• During this process, press SET twice after a setting to return to operation mode and test punch, or press SET once to save, then press SELECT to move forward to the next setting without exiting operation mode. 

In this section:

• A quick overview of how to set your CR1000
• A brief walkthrough of the buttons and what they do
• Set the date and time
• Adjust the format and order of the printed date and time
• Program comments or special items
• Adjust how printing is activated (automatic, bar press, or a combination)
• Adjust the print position on the timecard or document
• Set Daylight Saving Time (DST)
• Set a password to restrict access to programming mode
• Links to additional settings and features

Programming Basics

To make changes to the time clock settings, you must open the device. Setting options are listed directly on the device interface. 

Watch this short video for a quick walkthrough of the basic programming settings. 

Buttons

Locate the three buttons inside the device, each shaped like a white rectangle and labeled SELECT, CHANGE or SET. These are used to program the device. 

Control	Function
SELECT	Press SELECT to choose the desired program setting mode. The selected program mode is indicated by ▲ on the display.
CHANGE	Press CHANGE to cycle through the options. Press and hold to cycle through quickly.
SET	Press SET to save the option. After an option has been saved, continue pressing SET until the device returns to normal operation mode.

Quick Steps:

• To enter program mode, press SELECT.
• The display will show a ▲ symbol under the “TIME” mark.
• Continue pressing SELECT until you reach the desired number or option.
• When a number flashes, it is ready to be changed.
• Use CHANGE to cycle through available options. 
• Press SET to save the selected value.
• To exit program mode at any time, press SET repeatedly until the device returns to the normal operation mode.

Important:

• Printing is always disabled while settings are being changed.
• Once the final SET has been completed in any given operation, printing is re-enabled.
• After making changes, replace and lock the cover and lock it.

Set the Date and Time

Your CR1000 comes pre-set before shipping, but you may need to adjust the date or time for accuracy. Watch this video or expand the dropdown below for step-by-step instructions with images. 

Click here to see the steps to set the date and time. 

Date

1. Press SELECT until the ▲ icon is under the “DATE” mark. The year will flash.
   
   
    
2. Press CHANGE until the year is correct.
3. Press SET to confirm. The flashing will change from “Year” to “Month”.
   
   
    
4. Press CHANGE until the month is correct.
5. Press SET to confirm. The flashing will change from “Month” to “Date”.
   
   
    
6. Press CHANGE until the day is correct.
7. Press SET to confirm. 

Time

1. Press SELECT until the ▲ icon is under the “TIME” mark. The “Hour” will flash.
   
   
    
2. Press CHANGE until the hour is correct.
3. Press SET to confirm. The flashing will change from “Hour” to “Minute”.
   
   
    
4. Press CHANGE until the minute is correct.
5. Press SET to confirm. The “Second” will start to run from “00”.

Set the Printed Order

Printed order determines how your time stamp appears; what details are included, how they’re displayed, and in what sequence. If you choose an option from 12 - 18, these include a comment and require extra steps. If you plan to use comments, jump to the next section before continuing.

 To adjust the print order for the CR1000, watch this 1-minute video.

Click here to see the Print Order Options table.

Print Order Options

Option	Print Order Option	Print Order	Print Example
1	M.D.Y.H.Min	Month Day Year Hour Minute	JAN 31 '25 AM 10:00
2	D.M.Y.H.Min	Day Month Year Hour Minute	31 JAN '25 AM 10:00
3	Y.M.D.H.Min	Year Month Day Hour Minute	'25 JAN 31 AM 10:00
4	D.M.H.Min	Day Month Hour Minute	31 JAN AM 10:00
5	M.D.H.Min	Month Day Hour Minute	JAN 31 AM 10:00
6	Y.M.D.H.Min.S	Year Month Day Hour Minute Second	'25 JAN 31 AM 10:00:00
7	D.H.Min	Day Hour Minute	31 AM 10:00
8	DOW.D.M.Y	Day-of-Week Day Month Year	TH, 31 JAN '25
9	DOW.D.H.Min	Day-of-Week Day Hour Minute	TH, 31 AM 10:00
10	Y.M.D	Year Month Day	'25 JAN 31
11	M.D.	Month Day	JAN 31
12	M.D.Y.C	Month Day Year Comment	JAN 31 '25 SENT
13	D.M.Y.C	Day Month Year Comment	31 JAN '25 SENT
14	Y.M.D.C	Year Month Day Comment	'25 JAN 31 SENT
15	C.M.D.Y	Comment Month Day Year	SENT JAN 31 '25
16	C.D.M.Y	Comment Day Month Year	SENT 31 JAN '25
17	C.Y.M.D	Comment Year Month Day	SENT '25 JAN 31
18	C.D.H.Min	Comment Day Hour Minute	SENT 31 AM 10:00

Click here to see the steps to adjust the print order.

1. Press SELECT until the ▲ icon is under the “PRINT ORDER” mark. The flashing number indicates “Print Order Options”.
2. Press CHANGE until your reach the desired option. Refer to the Print Order Options table above.
3. Press SET to confirm.

Set Comments

Comments let you add preset or custom phrases, like SENT, RCVD (received), or APR'D (approved), alongside the date and time. This feature is great for document tracking or adding context to your stamps.

Watch this video or see Setting Comments on the CR1000 for the table of options and exact steps. 

Set Print Activation

Print activation controls how the CR1000 triggers a stamp. You can keep the default automatic mode for quick, hands-free stamping, switch to manual for precise placement, or use semi-automatic for a mix of both. Choose the method that best fits your workflow.

Watch this 2-minute video or see Change the Print Activation Method on the CR1000 for exact steps. 

Set Daylight Saving Time

If your location observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), the CR1000 can adjust automatically so you don’t have to reset the clock twice a year. If DST doesn’t apply to you, you can disable it. Expand the appropriate dropdown below for instructions.

If your location does not observe DST, click here to view the steps to disable DST.

Disable DST Settings

1. Press SELECT until the arrow ▼ is above the “DST” mark.
2. Press CHANGE until the option is “2” (OFF).
3. Press SET.

If your location observes DST, click here to view the steps to enable DST.

Enable DST Settings

1. Press SELECT until the arrow ▼ is above the “DST” mark.
2. Press CHANGE until the option is “3” (Manual).
3. Press SET.

Set the Start Date

1. The arrow ▼ should be above above “DST START” mark. The flashing digit indicates “Year”. 
   
2. Press CHANGE to set the year.
3. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press CHANGE to set the month to “3” (March).
   
5. Press SET to confirm.
6. Press CHANGE to set the day (refer to the DST date table).
7. Press SET to confirm.
   
8. The “Starting Date” of the display will change from flashing to steady and the arrow ▲ mark will be under “SU”.

Set the End Date

1. Press SELECT until the ▼ is above the “DST END” mark. The flashing digit indicates “Year”.
   
2. Press CHANGE to set the year.
3. Press SET to confirm.
4. Press CHANGE to set the month to “11” (November).
   
5. Press SET to confirm.
6. Press CHANGE to set the day (refer to the DST date table).
7. Press SET to confirm.
   
8. The “Ending Date” of the display will change from flashing to steady and the arrow ▲ mark will be under “SU”.

If you see E-41 DST setting mistake, doublecheck your settings. 

Set the Print Alignment

The print alignment determines how far from the edge the stamp appears on your card or document. Insert a card for a sample print, then use the adjustment button located on the right outside bottom of the device to fine-tune placement. The maximum distance from the edge of the form to print is approximately 1-3/16” (30 mm).

If you need to adjust the print direction (change the printout to print in either the right-hand margin or left-hand margin), see Adjust the Print Direction on the CR1000.

Set a Password

Password protection helps control who can change your CR1000 settings.

Watch this video to see how to set up a password or see Set Password Protection on the CR1000 for exact steps. 

Set Additional Features

The CR1000 offers several customization options to fine-tune how your time clock prints and displays information. Click the links below to see the related articles and learn more about these features.

• Hour format on time clock display
• Leading zero in printed date and time
• Year format in printed date and time
• Hour format in printed time
• Minute format in printed time
• Language of printed date and comments
• Size of the printout 
• Direction of the printout (whether it prints in the right or left margin)

Register the Device

Once your CR1000 is set up, register it to activate your 2-year warranty. You’ll need your dealer ID and device ID (found on your documentation and the device sticker). If you cannot find your dealer ID, check the list below for common IDs or contact us for help.

Dealer	Dealer ID
Purchased from Workwell	DBBAH
Amazon	DDGFH
Costco	D556G
Staples	D2721
Office Depot	DE5DD

Mount the Time Clock (Optional)

After confirming your settings and print alignment, you can mount the CR1000 for convenient access.

This video walks you through the process of mounting your CR1000. For detailed steps and additional information, visit the Wall Mount the CR1000 article.

Punching on the CR1000

Watch this video to learn how employees punch in and out using the CR1000 time clock and date stamp. This video covers the automatic punch method.

Congratulations! 

You’ve completed the setup of your CR1000 digital time clock and date stamp. Your device is now ready to track time reliably and accurately.

Need Help?

If you run into any issues or have questions, Contact Us.

Thank you for choosing the CR1000. We’re glad to be part of your time tracking solution!