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UX300 Manual Card Reader Installation Guide VeriFone Part Number DOC159-023-EN-A, Revision A.5...
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VeriFone, Inc. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Although VeriFone has attempted to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this document, this document may include errors or omissions. The examples and sample programs are for illustration only and may not be suited for your purpose.
Maintenance and Cleaning. Explains maintenance of the device. Chapter Service and Support. Provides information on contacting your VeriFone service provider and information on how to order accessories or documentations from VeriFone. Chapter Troubleshooting Guidelines. Provides troubleshooting guidelines should you encounter a problem with unit installation and configuration.
Related Documentation Related To learn more about the card reader and controller device, refer to the following Documentation set of documents and their associated VeriFone Part Numbers (VPNs). UX1XX PIN Pad Series Certifications and Regulations VPN - DOC159-001-EN-A Sheet UX1XX PIN Pad Series Quick Installation Guide...
The lightning symbol is used as For safety, do not string cables a warning when bodily injury or cords across a walkway. WARNING might occur. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
Request to Send Secure Access Module SubMiniature version A connector. A semi-precision coaxial RF connector. See RF. SRED Secure Reading and Exchange of Data Universal Serial Bus Vending Machine Wide Area Networks UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
Features and The UX300 is VeriFone’s card reader and main control unit. It creates an Benefits economical solution for merchants who are looking to expand their payment acceptance options.
Features and Benefits Device Capabilities The UX300 is a magnetic card reader, smart card reader, as well as a main control unit device. This unit connects to vending machines and PCs, and is intended to connect to peripheral units such as PIN pad, CTLS antenna, media display units, and external printers.
For safety, do not string cables or cords across a walkway. Environmental The front panel of the device is dustproof and designed for any rainfall to run off of Factors it, as well as fade-proof from sun exposure, according to IP44 ratings. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
Save the shipping carton and packing material for future repacking or moving of the device. Do not use a unit that appears to be damaged. WARNING If a label or component appears damaged, please notify the shipping company and your VeriFone service provider immediately. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION...
SWITCH Figure 3 Reader’s Top View VeriFone ships variants of the reader for different markets. Your unit may have a NOTE different configuration and may look different from the illustration. However, the basic process described in this guide remain the same, regardless of the configuration.
Cards located under a removable protective cover. Observe standard precautions in handling electrostatically sensitive devices. CAUTION Electrostatic discharges can damage the equipment. VeriFone recommends using a grounded anti-static wrist strap. To install or replace Power down the device. SAM cards Disconnect the device from any external devices.
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Slide the locking tab to the position. LOCK Figure 5 Installing SAM Card Slide the cardholder cover back, locking it into place. Figure 6 Replacing the SAM Cardholders Reconnect the cables to the device. Power up reader for use. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
Connecting to a UX200 Media Display Host Unit • Connecting to a PC Connecting to a Vending Machine The UX300 unit is designed to connect to a host vending machine. Connect to a host VM, through any of one of these four connection types: • •...
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Connect the appropriate cable to the UX300 unit and the other end to the media display. The UX300 connects to the UX200 media display as both a host, as well as a NOTE peripheral device. To see how to connect to the UX200 as a peripheral device, Connecting to a UX-Series Peripheral Device.
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ETUP Cable Connections Connecting to a UX200 Media Display Unit The UX300 unit is designed to connect to a UX200 media display. Connect to the peripheral display unit through any one of these two connection types: • USB Type A •...
The UX300 unit is designed to connect to an external printer, such as VeriFone’s TG2460 printer, using a COM connection. Connect one end of the RS-232 cable to the UX300 printer port and the other end to the printer. Connecting to A VeriFone PIN Pad The UX300 unit is designed to connect to other VeriFone PIN pads.
To protect against possible damage caused by lightning strikes and electrical surges, VeriFone recommends installing a power surge protector. External Power The UX300 connects to an external power outlet through a 4-pin interconnect Connections cable (VPN - CBL159-308-01-A) or a 6-pin interconnect cable (CBL159-309-01-A).
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Connect one side of flexible tubing to the nozzle on the bottom of the unit (see Figure Hang the other side of the tube out of the VM, or other outside unit. NOTE The nozzle is designed to drain water out of the bezel area, through the flexible tube. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
To tighten the nuts, using a recommended tightening torque of 7.0 kgfcm. Remove a nut, exposing a stud from the back of the UX300 unit. On the UX300 unit stud, attach the other end of the grounding cable from the PIN pad (P/N WIR159-302-01-A) and the grounding cable to a ground installation (P/N WIR159-302-02-A).
ETUP Service Switches Connect the other end of both ground installation cables to the nearest ground installations, to complete the grounding of the UX300 and PIN pad units. See (C) in Figure Figure 11 Grounding the UX300 and PIN Pad Units...
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When using a smart card, leave the card in the reader until the transaction is CAUTION completed. Premature card removal can void the transaction. Figure 12 Using the Multi-Card Reader UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
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ETUP Using the Device UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
An additional ETH connection with 2 colored LEDs for link state and speed indication • Printer COM • PSTN_RJ9 • 485_3pin Communication • COM: Up to 115200 HW RTS/CTS handshake • MDB: 9600 bps fix, 9E1 UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
PECIFICATIONS • RS485: Up to 115200 bps, half duplex Display • 3 status LEDs on the front (payment application controlled) UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
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PECIFICATIONS UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
Use only a soft, clean, dry cloth for cleaning. These suggestions apply equally to your device, or any of its attachments or accessories. If your device is not working properly, take it to the nearest VeriFone- authorized service provider for servicing or replacement.
International – Contact your VeriFone representative. Service Returns Before returning the unit to VeriFone, you must obtain a Merchandise Return Authorization (MRA) number. The following procedure describes how to return one or more card reading units for repair or replacement (U.S. customers only).
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You will be issued MRA number(s) and the fax will be returned to you. NOTE One MRA number must be issued for each unit you return to VeriFone, even if you are returning several of the same model. Describe the problem(s) and provide the shipping address where the repaired or replacement unit must be returned.
COM-DB9 cable for connecting UX300 controlling device. CBL159-312-01-A LAN cable for Ethernet connections Various others, depending on what they connect to. Contact your local VeriFone representative or service provider to identify the best cable for your needs. UX300 M ANUAL EADER...
X to TRACO PWR cable 27556-10-R for printer external power. Grounding Cables The following grounding cables are to be used with the card reader, when connecting to a PIN pad unit. Contact your local VeriFone distributor for further information: WIR159-302-01-A 1 meter PIN pad–UX300 grounding cable WIR159-302-02-A 2.5 meter grounding cables...
HAPTER Troubleshooting Guidelines This chapter lists possible malfunctions that may occur while operating a UX300 device and the appropriate corrective action. if the problem persists - even after performing the outlined guidelines, or if the problem is not described, contact your local VeriFone representative for assistance.
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• Ensure the SAM cards are properly inserted in the cardholders and that the cardholders are properly secured (see Installing or Replacing SAM Cards). • If the problem persists, contact your local VeriFone representative. UX300 M ANUAL EADER NSTALLATION UIDE...
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VeriFone, Inc. 2099 Gateway Place, Suite 600 San Jose, CA, 95110 USA Tel: (800) VeriFone (837-4366) www.verifone.com UX300 Manual Card Reader Installation Guide VeriFone Part Number DOC159-023-EN-A, Revision A.5...
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Do not use a device that has been damaged or tampered with. Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by VeriFone could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or Cleaners and Solvents transmitter.
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