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2: Understanding Electronic File Requirements

2   Understanding Electronic File Requirements

2-1   Electronic File

2-1.1   Overview

2-1.2   Electronic File Content

2-1.3   Header Record

2-1.4   Detail Record 1

2-1.5   Detail Record 2

2-2   File Transmission

2-2.1   Transmission Methods

2-2.2   Checking the File Transmission

2-3   Retrieval of Tracking Information Data

2-3.1   Downloading the Extract Files

2-3.2   Using the Internet to Obtain Tracking Information

2-3.3   Using the "800" Number to Obtain Tracking Information

2-4   Barcode Requirements and Label Elements

2-4.1   Barcode Requirements

2-4.2   Label Elements

2-5   Certification Procedures