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MX 900 Series terminals, the MX 915 and MX 925 Intended Audience This guide is useful for anyone installing and configuring the MX 900 Series terminals. A basic description of terminal features is also provided. Document Organization The following chapters are included: Chapter 1, Introduction, explains the Intended Audience, Document Organization, and common acronyms, abbreviations, and definitions used.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Acronyms, Abbreviations, and Definitions The following table describes the common acronyms, abbreviations, and definitions used: Convention Meaning Buffer Flush Interval bits per second Cyclic Redundancy Check File Authentication Firmware Software in FLASH/ROM File Transfer Protocol...
ARDWARE NSTALLATION This chapter describes the MX 900 Series installation procedures and includes connection examples. Installing the Device This section presents installation guidelines for the MX 900 Series terminal. Unpacking Open the shipping carton and carefully inspect the contents for possible tampering or shipping damage.
1. Select a location for the terminal that offers adequate ventilation and protection and is convenient for the user and merchant. 2. Place the MX 900 Series terminal on a flat surface, such as a table or countertop, or mount it on a mounting stand supplied by VeriFone. Avoid areas with: –...
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Warning: Do not use the MX 900 Series terminal near water, including a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub. Do not use in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 3. Before connecting the terminal to the power pack, complete the installation by connecting all the cables (see Connecting the Device and Power Up with the Multiport Cable).
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Wall Mount The MX 900 Series terminal can be mounted on a wall. To wall mount the MX 900 Series terminal: 1. Create a template of the three key hole slots on the bottom of the MX 900 Series terminal.
Install so that customer is Stand Needed between PED and next in queue VeriFone also recommends instruction of the cardholder regarding safe PIN-entry. This can be done with a combination of: Signage on the PED ■ Prompts on the display, possibly with a “click-through” screen ■...
Installing Countertop Wedge The countertop wedge raises the rear section of the MX 900 Series terminal by an angle of 10 degrees to facilitate use of the screen. See the Stand Mount section for aligning the pins.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Removing or Installing the I/O Module Use the following steps to remove and install I/O modules. Tabs Tabs Push down the two tabs so that the I/O module can slide out. March 1, 2012...
Follow the steps below to install smart cards (MSAM or SD cards). Often merchants are issued MSAM or SD cards to run small applications, such as loyalty programs. MSAM and SD cards are used only with MX 900 Series terminal smart card configurations.
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MX 900 Series Installation Guide 3. Remove the card compartment door screw and rotate the door up and back to access the SD and MSAM cardholders. 4. Remove any previously installed MSAM or SD card by sliding the card from the cardholder.
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MX 900 Series Installation Guide Note: Before inserting the SD or MSAM card, position it with the card’s gold contacts facing the smart card reader end of the terminal. The cardholder connector base has a set of contacts and a notch on one corner to ensure the card is positioned correctly.
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MX 900 Series Installation Guide 6. Reinstall the compartment cover and door screw. March 1, 2012...
Installing the Stylus and Holster Use the following steps to install the stylus and its holster. 1. Turn the MX 900 Series terminal over and plug the stylus cable into the top of the terminal and insert and tighten screw.
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MX 900 Series Installation Guide 2. Locate the two screw holes for attaching the holster. Route the stylus cable through a channel in the holster and then attach the holster using the two screws. The cable should be in the channel between the holster and the terminal.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Removing the Privacy Shield To remove the privacy shield, pull on each side of the privacy shield until it disconnects from each of the three connection points. Warning: Once the privacy shield is removed, it cannot be re-installed.
Ensure that the multiport cable or I/O module is not connected to a power pack before attaching to the MX 900 Series terminal. I/O Module The MX 900 Series terminals use one of four I/O Modules without the multiport cable to make the following connections: Note: Use the Ethernet port on the I/O module only if the multiport cable is not attached.
Example of connections to the I/O Module (I/O Module 2 shown below) Berg COM2 Ethernet Power Audio Multiport Cable The MX 900 Series terminals use a multiport cable to make the following connections: ■ Ethernet LAN ■ Development/host PC ■...
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Caution: Improper installation or removal of the terminal connector may permanently damage the MX 900 Series terminal. The following precautions must be taken with multiport cables: Use the Ethernet port on the IO module only if the multiport cable is not ■...
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Connecting ECR in Tailgate Mode To connect an ECR to the MX 900 Series terminal, insert the multiport cable plug into the bottom socket on the terminal and install the retainer. Then connect the RS485 tailgate connector to the desired 12-volt port on the back of the IBM register, such as 9A or 9B.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Connecting to a Host PC To connect the MX 900 Series terminal to a development PC, which shows a USB connection with the 23741-02-R multiport cable. Note that USB drivers are required to support this configuration.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Powering up This section describes how to connect the MX 900 Series terminal to a power source using the multiport cable or I/O Module. Note: If connected to an ECR, the MX 900 Series terminal can receive power from the ECR.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Using the Multiport Cable 1. Make all other connections before connecting the power pack. 2. Insert the multiport cable connector into the port on the back of the terminal and secure with the Berg retainer.
MX 900 Series Installation Guide Calibrate Touch Screen The MX 900 Series terminal requires a touch screen calibration at the time of installation. The terminal should be powered on and allowed to stabilize at normal operating temperature; usually this takes no longer than 30 minutes, even if the terminal was previously in a cooler or warmer location.
AINTENANCE The MX 900 Series terminal has no user-maintainable parts. The smart card implementation is a proprietary hardware solution that has no serviceable parts. Cleaning the Terminal To clean the terminal, use a clean cloth slightly dampened with water and a drop or two of mild soap.
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ERMINAL PECIFICATIONS Terminal Specifications This chapter discusses power requirements, dimensions, and other specifications of the MX 900 Series terminals. Power • Power pack output requirements: 12W, 12-24VDC. • Power pack input requirements: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz. Environmental • Operating temperature: 0° to 40° C (32° to 104° F) •...
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22 Ethernet LAN 21 I/O module 17 multiport cables 18 to Host PC 21 location for MX 900 Series 4 to USB host or hub 21 SD cards, installing 10 countertop wedge, installing specifications, MX 900 Series...
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required.
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