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These instructions are designed to assist with the
assembly of your new Point-of-Sale (POS) hardware.
It refers to specific makes and models of equipment.
If the equipment you purchased differs from what is
described here, you may have a different model. If
that is the case, refer to the documentation provided
with the hardware. Typically, a "bundle"
purchased from DirectPOS includes a Cash Drawer with
POS Platform, a Pole Display, a Receipt Printer, a
Barcode Scanner, and miscellaneous cables.
In addition to this, you should have a PC with monitor,
keyboard, and mouse. You may also have purchased some
optional equipment which could include a modem, barcode
printer, report printer, a programmable keyboard,
a magnetic card reader, and/or a Universal Power Supply
(UPS). This page is designed to provide some guidance
in assembling these peripherals into a POS station.
These instructions will step through the assembly of each
piece of the unit. If assembling the entire POS unit,
it is recommended you follow these instructions as written.
Tools
You will need a Phillips screwdriver, a small standard
screwdriver, an electrical power strip, and a flat work surface
to put this unit together. As the boxes are opened, you will
find several manuals that come with the system components.
Collect the manuals and save them for future reference.
It is strongly recommended that an electrical power
strip is used to connect all components needing power.
If, as components are assembled, they are plugged
into the power strip, then once assembly is complete,
the power strip can be plugged into an outlet.
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Cash Drawers
There are three different models of MMF cash drawers
regularly sold by Direct POS: universal, stand alone,
and serial. Key differences in the setup of each of
these are included below. These three drawers are
characterized by the cables coming from the back of
the drawer.
MMF—Universal Drawer
The universal cash drawer has no cables coming from
the back of the drawer. To access the port to connect
the cash drawer cable, remove the rear cover plate on
the back of the cash drawer. There are 6 screws holding
on the cover plate. If your unit will sit on a counter
hiding this back area, the plate may not need to be
put back on. When completed with the setup process,
replace the cover to improve the appearance of the fully
assembled unit.
Included with your shipment, should be a MMF cable.
This cable will connect to the port on the back of
the cash drawer.
The universal drawer also typically comes with a
POS platform. You will need the two small pegs, a
ring with two-sided tape, and the appropriate disk
from the bag of accessories. Looking at the bottom
of the POS platform, you will see two small holes
on diagonal corners of the platform. Press the two
dowel pins into these holes . They are used to stabilize
the platform on the cash drawer. The two-sided tape
ring is used to attach the appropriate disc to the
platform. If no pole display is to be attached to
the platform, use the cover disc. If a pole display
is to be used, select the disc with the hole that
most closely matches the diameter of the pole display
hole.
MMF—Stand Alone
The stand alone drawer is characterized by the
type of cable coming from the back of the drawer.
These drawers are printer specific. Meaning that the
drawer model will work with only a specific make of
receipt printer. The cable coming from the back of
the drawer will connect directly to the receipt printer.
The cable end will be a small connector, for many
printer models, this cable looks like a phone cord.
MMF—Serial
A serial cash drawer is used on a system that
will not have a 40-column receipt printer attached.
The drawer will have either a 9-pin or a 25-pin serial
connector. The cable will attach directly to a serial
port on the computer. Note: Using a serial cash drawer
will occupy one of the available serial (COM) ports.
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Pole Display
Direct POS sells primarily Logic Controls pole displays.
The pole display comes with mounting hardware for the
cash drawer Platform and for a countertop. Connection
and mounting instructions for each are included here.
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Cash Drawer Platform Mount
Remove the mounting block from the pole display.
To do this, pull the block off the end of the pole display
pole. The POS Platform came with a variety of metal
cover discs. Compare the discs to the pole display.
Find the metal disc that most closely matches the diameter
of the pole.
Remove the protective paper and stick one side of
the two-sided tape ring into the recessed ring on
the platform. Remove the protective paper from the
other side of the tape ring and press the appropriate
cover disc onto the tape with the slit in the disc
toward the back of the platform.
Turn the POS Platform over. With the bottom up, hang
the back of the platform off the edge of the work
surface. Insert the pole from the bottom up through
the platform until the pole is against the stop mount.
Tighten the wing nuts so the pole is snug against
the mount. Note: The wing nuts should only be tight
enough to stabilize the pole. If they are too tight,
you will not be able to adjust the pole display angle
after assembly is complete.
Turn the POS platform right side up. Use the pins
to secure the platform on the cash drawer. The pole
display goes toward the back of the cash drawer (near
the open panel). Thread the cable through the oval
hole in the top of the cash drawer and out the back
panel. Connect the extension/conversion cable (in
the pole display box) to the pole display cable. The
cable coming from the pole display has a male connector
approximately ½ inch in diameter. This connects into
the ½ inch female port on the conversion cable. The
pole display power supply connects to this cable near
the other end with the 9-pin serial connector. The
pole display will connect to a serial port on the
back of the PC.
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Countertop Mount
The pole display can be mounted directly to the
countertop. Simply securely connect the mounting plate
to the counter using the screws provided. See above
for detail on connecting the pole display cables.
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Receipt Printer
There are several different models of receipt printers
regularly sold by Direct POS. Those include models
made by Citizen, Epson, and Star. These printers come
with either serial or parallel interface. As a general
rule, no printer driver needs to be installed for
these printers. Key differences in the setup of some
of these printers are included below.
Citizen 3535 Printer
The printer comes with a small roll of paper and
a ribbon. Remove the top printer cover. Turn the printer
so the back is facing you. Just inside of the printer
from the “Citizen” logo is a small hole
approximately ½ inch square. In that hole you will
see a series of switches. Change switch number one
to the ON position. Leave all the other switches in
their factory-preset positions. This changes the default
of the printer to be in the “on-line” position
when turned on. To install the ribbon, insert the
ribbon between the print head and the ribbon guide
(the silver colored triangle shaped object) and press
into place. Once the ribbon is in, turn the cassette
ribbon knob in the direction of the arrow to take
up any slack in the ribbon. Paper will be loaded into
the printer once power is connected.
For parallel printers, connect the parallel cable.
The parallel cable connector is approximately 2 inches
wide. This cable has small hooks that hold the connector
in place.
For serial printers, connect the serial cable to
the bottom of the printer. If the cable was not provided
by Direct POS, make sure the cable connected is a
“null modem” serial cable.
If using a Universal cash drawer, connect the Citizen
printer/cash drawer cable. The end of the cable with
the small white connector attaches to the bottom of
the printer near the power cord. This connector locks
in place when inserted. Set the printer on the smaller
side of the platform and thread the three cables (parallel
cable, printer/cash drawer cable, and power cord)
through the platform and cash drawer and out the back
panel of the cash drawer. The printer/cash drawer
cable will need to be plugged into the back of the
cash drawer. When looking into the back of the cash
drawer, the connector is on the right.
If using a stand alone cash drawer, connect the drawer
cable directly to the printer. The small white connector
attaches to the bottom of the printer near the power
cord.
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Loading Paper into the Citizen Receipt Printer
Remove the rear cover. Make sure the paper end
is cut straight before loading. Insert the roll into
the paper cover by pulling the release and inserting
the roll. The paper should unroll over the top. Insert
the paper into the insertion inlet on the rear side
of the printer just above the roll. Press the select
button to de-select the printer. Press the LF button
to feed the paper through the printer and out the
top near the paper cutter. Press the SEL button again
to put the printer back on-line.
Epson TM-T88 Printer
The printer comes with a small roll of paper. No ribbons
are used with this printer because it is a thermal
printer. Connect the power supply to the bottom of
the printer. Connect the power cord into the power
supply.
For the parallel version of this printer, connect
the parallel cable to the bottom of the printer. The
parallel cable connector is approximately 2 inches
wide. This cable has small hooks that hold the connector
in place.
For serial printers, connect the serial cable to
the bottom of the printer. If the cable was not provided
by Direct POS, make sure the cable connected is a
“null modem” serial cable.
If a cash drawer is to be connected, connect the
Epson printer/cash drawer cable. Connect the end with
the RJ-11 (phone-type) connector into the bottom of
the printer.
If using a Universal cash drawer, set the printer
on the smaller side of the platform and thread the
three cables (parallel cable, printer/cash drawer
cable, and power cord) through the platform and cash
drawer and out the back panel of the cash drawer.
The printer/cash drawer cable will need to be plugged
into the back of the cash drawer. When looking into
the back of the cash drawer, the connector is on the
right.
If you have a stand alone cash drawer, the cable
coming from the drawer will connect directly into
the bottom of the printer.
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Loading Paper into the Epson Receipt Printer
Press the rectangular button on the top of the
printer to open. Make sure the paper end is cut straight
before loading. The roll of paper simply sets in the
printer. The paper should unroll from the bottom.
Unroll enough paper so that you can hold the end or
the receipt tape while closing the printer. Press
the feed button to verify proper feeding.
Star Printers
Star printers come with a small roll of paper and
a ribbon. To install the ribbon, remove the top printer
cover and insert the ribbon. Once the ribbon is in,
turn the cassette ribbon knob in the direction of
the arrow to take up any slack in the ribbon. Paper
will be loaded into the printer once power is connected.
For parallel printers, connect the parallel cable.
The parallel cable connector is approximately 2 inches
wide. This cable has small hooks that hold the connector
in place.
For serial printers, connect the serial cable to
the bottom of the printer. If the cable was not provided
by Direct POS, make sure the cable connected is a
“null modem” serial cable.
At this time, if connecting a cash drawer, connect
the Star printer/cash drawer cable. The end of the
cable with the RJ-11 (phone-like) connector attaches
to the bottom of the printer near the power cord.
This cable locks in place when inserted.
If using a Universal cash drawer, the smaller side
of the cash drawer platform is designed for the receipt
printer. Set the printer on the platform and thread
the three cables (parallel cable, printer/cash drawer
cable, and power cord) through the platform and cash
drawer and out the back panel of the cash drawer.
The printer/cash drawer cable will need to be plugged
into the back of the cash drawer. When looking into
the back of the cash drawer, the connector is on the
right.
If you have a stand alone cash drawer, the cable
coming from the drawer will connect directly into
the bottom of the printer.
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Loading Paper into the Star Receipt Printer
Remove the cover. Make sure the paper end is cut
straight before loading. Insert the roll into the paper
cover by pulling the release and inserting the roll.
The paper should unroll from the bottom. Insert the
paper into the insertion inlet on the rear side of the
printer just above the roll. Press the select button
to de-select the printer. Press the LF button to feed
the paper through the printer and out the top near the
paper cutter. Press the SEL button again to put the
printer back on-line.
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Monitor
If using the Universal cash drawer, the monitor
will sit on the larger part of the POS platform. Plug
the power cord into the back of the monitor. Thread
the two cables through the platform and cash drawer
and out the back panel of the cash drawer.
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Barcode Scanner and Magnetic
Stripe Reader
Barcode scanners and magnetic stripe readers (MSR)
typically have a wedge or Y connection. Meaning that
the cable has two connectors that wedge in-line between
the keyboard and the computer. If using only a scanner,
plug the keyboard into the scanner cable.
If your system includes a magnetic stripe reader
(MSR), it will need to be plugged in as well. The
order of the two wedge items, the scanner and the
MSR, is not significant. However, based on the length
of the cables, it is usually best to plug the keyboard
into the MSR, the MSR into the scanner, and the scanner
to the keyboard.
Some computers, most often laptops, do not provide
enough output power to the keyboard port to sufficiently
power these devices.
Scanners can be purchased as a serial device. To
get these to work properly, the device drivers and
keyboard emulation software needs to be installed
and configured. Refer to the scanner manual for where
to get the software and for additional details on
this process.
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Modem
If a modem is to be connected to the POS station,
then it will most likely be used with credit card authorization
software. External modems are recommended for this purpose.
The modem will have either a 9-pin or a 25-pin serial
connector. The cable will attach directly to a serial
port on the computer. The modem must also be connected
to a phone line (preferably dedicated) and an electrical
power source.
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Barcode/Report Printers
Barcode printers are used exclusively for printing
barcode/price labels for items. Report printers can
be used to print labels as well as any reports generated
by the POS software. Printers can use either a parallel
or serial interface. To connect the printer, you will
need power and the appropriate interface cable (parallel
or serial) and a print driver installed in Windows.
Most printers will have their own printer driver included
on a disk with the printer. If not, drivers are readily
available on the Internet. To operate properly, the
Barcode Blaster needs a Generic/Text Only print driver
installed.
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Programmable Keyboard
If a programmable keyboard is included with your
system, it is plugged into the computer instead of the
standard keyboard. The standard keys are pre-programmed
into the keyboard. The additional keys can be programmed
as shortcuts for common tasks or to sell commonly sold
items. Make sure not to re-program any required keys
including the twelve “F” keys. Programming
files for your particular keyboard are either sent with
the keyboard, or can be downloaded off the Internet.
Refer to the table for web site information for some
keyboards.
Note: These Internet addresses were correct at the
time of publication. There is no guarantee that the
manufacturer will not change their address/link.
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Network
If multiple PCs are to be used in a network environment,
it is recommended that Windows peer-to-peer or NT Server/client
network configuration be used. DirectPOS Does Not Provide
Free Support on networking. It may be necessary to hire
a professional to assist in the network setup. All PCs
to be networked will require a NIC (Network Interface
Card) and the correct cabling to be installed, configured,
and connected. This may require a network hub or switch.
A working network configured with identical protocols
and workgroups then needs to be established via Network
Neighborhood. Any drives or printers to be shared need
to be appropriately setup on the hosting PC and subsequently
mapped to the networked PCs.
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Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
A UPS is designed to work as a temporary source
of power in the event of a power outage. As was mentioned
earlier, it is recommended that a power strip be used
to conveniently connect power to the multiple components
of your POS system. If this power strip is then connected
to the UPS then the UPS can be plugged into an electrical
outlet. Refer to the documentation provided with the
UPS to determine if the unit also acts as a power conditioner.
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PC
If you have been following this guide, you now have
several cables. They will either connect to the back
of the PC or to an electrical power source. Most cables/connectors
will only connect to one port on the back of the PC.
Attach all cables to the back of the computer, using
the table on the next page as reference. If the PC was
purchased from DirectPOS™, the ports are labeled
for ease of setup.
If the PC was purchased from Direct POS™, it
will be equipped with two parallel (LPT) ports and
two serial (COM) ports. Most “off the shelf”
PCs are equipped with one parallel (LPT) port and
two serial (COM) ports. The number and type of ports
on your PC determine the number of external devices
that can be attached. If the PC does not have enough
parallel or serial ports, more can be added. A local
computer or office supply store should carry the necessary
parts required to do this. Most stores of this type
will also install and configure the ports as needed.
If your system purchase includes QuickSell™
software, you will find a Software Key. This key needs
to be attached to the computer for the QuickSell™
program to run. It connects to a parallel port. If
needed, it can connect in-line between the PC and
receipt printer. It has two connectors, look for the
label telling which side connects to the computer
and which to the printer cable.
Once all cables are connected to the PC, connect
to the power source. There are several components
that need to be plugged in: PC, monitor, pole display,
receipt printer, modem, barcode printer, and/or network
hub. Power up the system. There are on/off switches
on the PC, monitor, receipt printer, modem, and barcode
printer. The system should boot the Windows Desktop.
If a network card is installed, there will be a network
logon screen.
The system is now ready to have the software configured.
If the PC and software was purchased from DirectPOS™,
the software has already been installed. Refer to
the software manual for software configuration.
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PERIPHERAL
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PORT DESCRIPTION/DIAGRAM
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Barcode Scanner/MSR/Keyboard
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Large round female connector (½ inch
diameter)
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Mouse
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Small round female connector (¼ inch
diameter)
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Monitor
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Three row female 15-pin port (¾ inch
long)
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Pole Display
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COM1, Two row male 9-pin or 25-pin port
(¾ or 1½ inch long)
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Receipt Printer/Quick Sell Software Key
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LPT1, Two row female 25-pin port (1½
inch long)
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Network Card
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Phone-like connector, two lights near
port
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Modem
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COM2, Two row male 9-pin or 25-pin port
(¾ or 1½ inch long)
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Barcode Printer or Report Printer
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LPT2, Two row female 25-pin port (1½
inch long)
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Barcode Printer or Report Printer
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LPT3, Two row female 25-pin port (1½
inch long)
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Serial Device
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COM3, Two row male 9-pin or 25-pin port
(¾ or 1½ inch long)
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Power cable
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Triangular male port near the fan with
three slots (1 x ½ inch)
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