Setup USB Port Epson TM-T82II-347 Receipt Printer

How to setup the USB Port on

Epson TM-T82II USB & Ethernet Receipt Printer

The Epson TM-T82II-347 has a dual interface but it comes setup as Ethernet connection as default. Changing from Ethernet to USB can be done using the below steps

Setting up USB Port on Epson TM-T82II-347

1- Turn Printer off.

2- Hold Feed Button Down.

3- Turn Power On whilst holding Feed Button Down.

4-  Wait for Print Out.

5- Press and hold Feed Button for 3 Seconds.

6-  Press Feed Button quickly 3 Times then Press and Hold until next Print Out.

7-  Press Feed Button quickly 17 Times then Press and Hold until next Print Out.

8- Press Feed Button quickly 2 Times then Press and Hold until next Print Out.

9- Turn Printer off using the switch at the front and then turn it back on again.

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Cash Drawers and Inserts

Cash Drawers and Inserts

Anyone starting any kind of business that involves the exchange of payments, cash registers equipped with cash drawers and inserts are a necessity. Whether it be a restaurant, a retail store, a kiosk, or a small storefront, the ability to receive payments and make change successfully is essential to the success of the business. There are a wide variety of register types with many options for cash drawers and inserts as well. Each business owner will have to choose which cash register set-up best suits the individual needs of their store.

Cash Drawers

Generally speaking, cash drawers are located underneath the register and they store cash from transactions. A removable insert (or till) has several compartments for sorting denominations and coins. Additionally, the portability of the till allows for counting cash in a safer location than on the sales floor.

Cash and coins are arranged in the drawer from left to right, with the largest denomination on the left and decreasing to the right. For example, $20 bills will be in the drawer that’s on the far left, while $1 bills will be in the drawer that’s on the far right. $50 and $100 dollar bills are usually placed underneath the cash drawer tray either by lifting the tray out or through media slots for added security. Cash drawers are arranged as such to reduce the possibility of giving the wrong change to customers and to increase the likelihood of having a balanced cash drawer at the end of each business day.

How to Open Cash Drawers

Cash drawers are made of strong material to safely house the money within. When a sales transaction is completed, the cash drawer springs open from its lockable box. The cash register signals the drawer by the use of an electromagnetic spring called a solenoid, which messages the drawer to release its catch.

Some machines also have a manual switch in the case of a power outage, although more secure cash drawers have cylinder locks with keys as a manual backup option for opening register drawers. The cylinder lock has several options: locked, unlocked, online, and release, with the latter being an intermittent option that pushes the spring to the unlocked position. The locked position will not allow the drawer to be opened, even when receiving a signal from the solenoid, while the online position is used for regular operation.

Cash Drawer Construction

When choosing a cash drawer, business owners should consider how strongly the drawer needs to be constructed. For those conducting business in more dangerous areas, for example, a heavier duty drawer may be necessary. The type of business that the store conducts will also help determine if a heavy duty or standard duty drawer is a better fit. For stores such as grocery stores and fast food establishments, a heavier duty drawer that is more resistant to dings and dents would be ideal as the drawer will be opened frequently. Standard duty drawers are more suited to less-frequent transactions and offer less resistance against tampering. Heavy duty drawers are more expensive, they may be worth the cost in exchange for the security and durability they offer.

Norwood Heavy Duty Cash Drawers

Cash Drawer Interface

Cash drawer purchasers must determine which type of interface is compatible with their point of sale (POS) system. With this in mind, there are three options to consider: printer driven, serial driven, and manually driven.

Printer Driven

This is the most popular type of cash drawer and it plugs directly into the receipt printer. The receipt printer then signals the cash drawer to open.

USB Driven

With USB driven cash drawers, a USB cable connects the cash drawer to a POS computer.

Manually Driven

In manually driven cash drawers, there is no connection from the cash drawer to the POS system. The drawer must be manually opened by the operator.

Media Slots

Cash drawers usually have between one and three media slots. These allow the user to place items such as checks, manual credit card receipts, and any other paperwork in the cash drawer without opening the till. This is an added security and convenience measure. Media slots are especially useful with POS systems that only signal the cash drawer to open for cash transactions.

Appearance

While aesthetics should not be a primary concern in selecting a cash drawer, it can certainly be one type of consideration. Cash drawers are available in a number of styles, sizes, and colors, and all of these specifics are worth considering to make sure that they fit in their environment as well as in the available space.

Cash Drawer Inserts

Another consideration when purchasing cash drawers is space. Removable inserts (or tills) allow for organization of currency and coins. Some inserts have adjustable compartments so that operators can set them based on their individualized use. Removable coin trays are also an option that can help with end of day counting. Depending on the size of the cash drawer, extra storage space underneath the removable tray may be available for extra coin rolls as well as for other transaction-related paperwork such as coupons and manual credit-card slips.
Cash trays are constructed from various durable plastics. The number of currency and coin compartments may vary, as can the dimensions of these compartments. Some trays also have flip-up tabs that keep the bills in place to reduce shuffling. Some cash drawer inserts may also come with removable lids to make transport easier and more secure.

Conclusion

Buying cash drawers and inserts doesn’t have to be an overwhelming task. With some understanding of point of sale systems and with a bit of research into possible options, retail business owners can shop with confidence and outfit their cash registers with the best matches for their businesses.

Barcode Scanners

Barcode Scanners

Barcode scanners have become easier to use and install than ever before.

There are a few things you will need to consider before deciding which scanner is suitable for your application.

  • What environment will the scanner be used?

  • Is it in a rugged environment such as a warehouse?

  • How often will it be used?
  • What kind of barcodes will you be reading?
  • Can you stay connected to a PC?

Knowing how you'll be using the scanner will help you decide what scanner type, form factor, and other options you'll need. Understanding each of these factors will help you find the right scanner for your needs.

Barcode Scanner Types

The most important concerns when choosing a suitable scanner is the type of scan engine it has. This is ultimately dependent on the type of barcodes that you will be reading and how aggressive of a unit you'll need. 

There are 3 main types of scan engines:

Laser
This is the most well known scanner type. It uses a red diode laser to read the reflectance of the black and white spaces in a barcode. Laser scanners are only able to read standard linear (1D) barcodes but are also the most cost effective option. Standard laser scanners can read from a few inches to a foot or two away depending on the size of the barcode. 

Linear Imager
Linear imager scanners are similar to lasers in that they also only read 1D barcodes. But instead of reading reflected light from the laser, they take a picture of the barcode. It then analyzes this image to extract the information from the code. Linear imagers, like the Honeywell Voyager 1450G, have become a very good replacement for laser scanner as their read ranges and costs have become similar. A linear imager also does a better job reading poorly printed or damaged codes compared to lasers. For applications that need a more aggressive scanner, a linear imager would be a great fit for the same cost.

2D Area Imagers
Like linear imagers, full 2D imagers also capture an image to analyze. But compared to the linear only devices, these scanners can read any type of barcode. 1D, stacked, and 2D barcodes are all supported by a 2D imager. Another advantage these imagers have is that the orientation of the barcode isn't important when reading. With lasers and linear imagers, you have to line up the indicator horizontally across the barcode. A 2D imager is taking a more detailed image and is more intelligent, so you can read a code in any direction. This results in faster reads with less aiming. 2D imagers, like the HONEYWELL 1452G, can also read barcodes off of any surface including a monitor or phone screen. With their added abilities and very aggressive reading, 2D imagers are becoming more popular in all industries to speed up scanning applications and expand the ways in which barcodes are used.

Other Factors you need to consider

Once you know what type of scanner you'll need, the next big question is what form factor the scanner will be. Most of us are familiar with the basic gun-style and in-counter scanners from retail and grocery stores. There are 2 factors for scanners, and each has advantages depending on your application and how you'll use the scanner.

Handheld
These are by far the most common form that scanners come in and are very easy to operate. Simply aim the scanner at the barcode and pull the trigger. Most models, like the Zebra LS2208, will also offer a stand for hands-free operation. Handheld scanners are also available in cordless form to avoid cable clutter and increase your mobility. 

Presentation
Presentation scanners, like the HONEYWELL GENESIS MS7580, are designed to sit on a counter-top and don't need to be picked-up or held. These scanners are made for hands-free scanning and will not require triggering to read. Likewise, instead of a single aimer like handheld scanners, presentation scanners have wide reading areas to reduce the need for aiming. You'll find these types of scanners at retail check-outs since it is easy to scan many items quickly. Just present the barcode in front of the scanner and it will read it automatically. 

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POS Receipt Printer

POS Receipt Printer Buying Guide

Star TSP143iii USB Receipt Printer

Receipt printers are used to print receipts for business purposes. Receipt printers connect to a computer via an Ethernet cable, USB, serial, or parallel connection. There are also handheld receipt printers available to purchase that work wirelessly and do not need to be connected directly to a computer. The data that is printed is received from software that is downloaded onto a computer. The data is interpreted by the driver on the device and then printed by the receipt printer. There are several main types of receipt printers available on the market. The choice of which receipt printer to buy depends on factors such as how often the printer will be used, how fast the printer must be, and whether the receipt needs to be printed in different colours. Briefly assessing their needs will help buyers determine which printer is right for them.

Impact Receipt Printer

An impact receipt printer is also known as a dot matrix receipt printer. It uses an ink ribbon to print the receipt. The characters on an impact receipt printer are formed using very tiny dots and sometimes appear pixelated. These receipt printers can print more than one copy of a receipt at a time, which is called two-ply paper printing. A copy can then be kept by the business, and the other copy is given to the customer.

These machines do not print receipts very quickly and tend to be quite noisy. Impact printers are still commonly used in restaurants because the heat of the kitchen can often fade receipts, but this is not the case when using impact receipt printers. Industries such as gaming and banking have regulations that state receipts must be keep for a certain length of time. Because of this, ink receipts are preferred as they last much longer.

Once an ink ribbon does not print clearly anymore, it is easy to replace the ribbon. Ribbons can be purchased in a wide variety of different colors. Impact receipt printers are usually less expensive to purchase than other types of receipt printers. An impact printer has many moving parts inside, so they generally need more repairs than other types of receipt printers, which can mean higher maintenance costs down the road.

Thermal Receipt Printers

Thermal receipt printers do not require a ribbon to print receipts. Instead, they use a special chemically treated paper that reacts to heat. The advantage of using thermal paper is that there are no messy ribbons to change. These printers are also very quiet and popular in establishments where a noisy printer could be an issue, such as a library. The print head in the printer heats the paper via small holes, which create letters and characters.

Thermal receipt printers are considered the fastest type of receipt printers available. They are often capable of producing nearly 10 inches of printing per second. This fast thermal receipt printer is often used in retail and fast food service establishments where customers must move through the cashier line quickly.

One disadvantage to using thermal receipt printers is that the receipt will fade if it is left in the sun. If the paper is subjected to heat, it will turn black. The more expensive thermal receipt printers are capable of printing in two colours, but this technology has proven to be unreliable and of poor quality, so it is not commonly used. The thermal paper used in thermal receipt printers tears very easily, and the paper can easily become jammed in the receipt printer. The special thermal paper is also more expensive than other types of receipt paper. Additionally, thermal printers cannot perform two-ply printing.

Inkjet Receipt Printers

Inkjet receipt printers are considered the successor to the impact receipt printer, as they use ink to print the receipts, but the quality of the printing is far superior. Inkjet receipt printers function in a similar way to a regular PC printer because they have the capability to produce images, such as logos. The printer has cartridges inside that allow for printing in different colors. Many businesses prefer to use inkjet receipt printers as the different colors allow them to print colored logos and promotions and coupons, all in an attempt to persuade customers to return to the business.

Inkjet receipt printers are not particularly quick, and the ink cartridges are not always easy to change. The receipts do not fade as quickly as with other papers. Many businesses choose to use inkjet receipt printers because they are capable of using recycled paper. Recycled rolls of paper can be 50 percent less expensive than non-recycled paper.

Portable Receipt Printers

Portable receipt printers can be carried anywhere and are powered using rechargeable batteries. The data is sent to the printer using Bluetooth or wireless technology. Portable receipt printers can be either inkjet, thermal, or impact. They are usually more expensive to purchase than printers that need to be connected directly to a computer. They are ideal for mobile sales teams or outdoor marketing teams that need to print receipts when they are not near a computer. Some retail stores use mobile receipt printers, as do many delivery services.

Point of Sale Receipt Printer

A point of sale receipt printer is commonly known as a POS printer. These are connected to a cash register and are used in the retail industry. The software used with a point of sale receipt printer is usually specific to a particular retail company. POS receipt printers can be either inkjet, thermal, or impact. They are usually much smaller in size than a standard receipt printer.

Software

It is important to recognise that not all computer software is compatible with different types of receipt printers. Specific receipt printers may either be sold with the software required to run the printer, or the software may be sold separately. It is important to check when purchasing a receipt printer whether the software is included in the cost. Some software can also be downloaded from the Internet. The software is also used if the receipt printer is connected to a cash drawer. The software sends a code to printer, which then sends a code to the cash drawer, which opens. Star Receipt Printers are very common for use with PC, iOS & iPad POS System applications.

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Uniwell POS - Fast Food

Uniwell POS Australia and Lynx Software have developed a tailored Point of Sale solution for the takeaway and fast food environment.

Consider the benefits to your business:

User friendly sale registration at the POS terminal via an easy to use touchscreen	Control items, prices, POS settings and screen layouts from your back-office
Customer loyalty options allow you to target promotions and enhance return business	Enter wholesale account sales at the POS, collect data to the PC for management
Robust ‘hybrid ePOS’ ensures greater data security over PC-based POS alternatives	Powerful sales reporting.  30 different customisable reports allow detailed analysis
Record accurate GST collection data ensuring tax compliance	Improve efficiency by recording product wastage and analysing the data
Integrated Kitchen Video Monitor replaces dockets with an easy to read screen!	Scheduled communication with your POS terminals allows you to stay focused
Electronic journal storage ensures security and allows transactional history search	Automated, pre-configured reports via email or cloud allow for remote management

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Uniwell POS - Convenience Store

Uniwell POS Australia and Lynx Software have a tailored Point of Sale solution for convenience and general stores, and small supermarkets.

Consider the benefits to your business:

Quick registration at the POS terminal including barcode scanning	Control items, prices, barcodes, POS settings and screen layouts from your back-office
Comprehensive POS functionality allows automated ‘BOGOF’ deals and more	Detailed sales analysis with over 30 different Sales Reports available
Robust ‘hybrid ePOS’ ensures greater data security over PC-based POS alternatives	Create pre-configured promotions and report on promotional sale success
Record accurate GST collection data ensuring tax compliance	Comprehensive stock control including optional PDT for stocktaking & receipting
Electronic journal storage ensures security and allows transactional history search	Interface with Label Printing software for shelf labels or prepacked labeling
Optional scale interface for fresh produce and other weighed items	Automated, pre-configured reports via email or cloud allow for remote management

Download the Uniwell4Convenience Information Sheet

Download Uniwell Lynx Key Features for Convenience Stores

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