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Summarization of Contents
CRS, Inc. Limited Warranty and Disclaimers of Warranty
NOTICE
States that the manual is not a warranty and is subject to change without notice.
WARNING - U.S.
Warns about potential radio frequency interference and FCC compliance for commercial use.
NOTICE - CANADA
States compliance with Canadian radio interference regulations for Class 'A' apparatus.
ATTENTION
Advises on proper disposal of batteries due to potential recyclability and local laws.
Precaution Statements
1-1 Safety Precautions
Essential guidelines for safe operation and servicing to prevent damage and hazards.
1-2 Servicing Precautions
1-3 Precautions for Electrostatically Sensitive Devices (ESDs)
Procedures to prevent damage to sensitive electronic components from static electricity.
Introduction
About the ER-5200 Series
Describes the two versions of the ER-5200/5240 cash register and their key differences.
Using This Manual
Explains the manual's structure and how to use its sections and flowcharts.
Using Flowcharts
Explains how to interpret and follow flowcharts used for step-by-step instructions.
Basic Features and Functions
Lists standard features of the ER-5200/5240, including printers, display, and keyboard.
Display
Annotates the front display window, including RPT, AMOUNT, VOID, and CLERK segments.
Receipt Printer
Details specifications of the receipt printer, including model, speed, and paper size.
Journal Printer
Details specifications of the journal printer, including speed, columns, and paper size.
Control Lock
Explains the 7 positions of the control lock and the accessible positions for each key.
Keyboards
Shows the layout of the ER-5200 keyboard with default legends and key assignments.
Initial Clear
Describes the function to exit register activity and return to a cleared state.
Operations
Function Key Descriptions
Alphabetical listing and description of function keys, their legends, and uses.
Clerk Sign-On/Sign-Off
Explains how clerks sign on and off the register using direct or coded methods.
Coded Sign-On
Details the process for clerk sign-on using a clerk key and clerk code.
Receipt On and Off
Describes how to turn the receipt function on or off using a dedicated key or program sequence.
PLU Registrations
Explains how to register items as open or preset PLUs using NLU keys or PLU numbers.
NLU (Keyboard PLU) Entries
Guides on making PLU registrations, showing examples of open, preset, and multiple quantity entries.
Numeric PLU Entries
Demonstrates how to register PLUs using numeric entries, including preset and open types.
Modifier Entries
Explains how modifier keys alter PLU registration, affecting item code or adding descriptors.
Percentage Key (%) Registrations
Shows how to program percentage keys for item or sale discounts/surcharges and tax calculations.
Void and Correction Operations
Covers operations for correcting entries, voiding items, and handling transaction voids.
Error Correct
Details the function to void the last item entered in a transaction before other keys are pressed.
Previous Item Void
Explains how to correct any item previously entered in the current transaction.
Merchandise Return
Describes how to register merchandise returns, crediting tax if the item was taxable.
VOID Control Lock Position (Transaction Void)
Explains how to perform transaction voids using the control lock and their effect on totals.
Cancel
Details how to cancel a transaction before tendering, affecting only the cancel total.
Subtotal Operations
Explains how to view the total due, including tax, using the SBTL key.
Add Check (Tray Subtotal)
Describes using the ADD CHECK key to add multiple trays for payment and finalizing with SBTL.
Eat-In/Take-Out/Drive Thru Operations
Explains using EAT-IN, TAKE-OUT, and DRIVE THRU keys to provide totals and manage taxes.
Tax Shift Operations
Details how to charge or exempt taxes on items or entire sales using tax shift keys.
Tendering Operations
Covers cash, check, and charge tender operations, including change calculation.
Cash
Explains how to finalize cash sales, calculate change, and issue buffered receipts.
Check
Describes finalizing check sales, opening the cash drawer, and handling change.
Charge
Explains finalizing charge sales, opening the cash drawer, and handling change.
Split Tender
Details how to process sales paid with multiple tender types, like cash, check, and charge.
Post Tendering
Explains how to compute change after a sale has been finalized using post tendering.
Receipt on Request
Describes how to issue a complete or stub receipt after a sale has been finalized.
Training Mode
Explains how to operate the register without updating totals, for practice purposes.
Clerk Interrupt
Details how to suspend a transaction to sign on a new clerk, allowing for transaction switching.
Non-Add Number
Explains using the #/NS key for memo numbers, SKU, check, or charge account numbers.
No Sale
Describes using the #/NS key to open the cash drawer without a sale and its reporting.
Received on Account
Explains using the RECD ACCT key to record payments or loans to the cash drawer.
Paid Out
Describes using the PAID OUT key to record payments or loans from the cash drawer.
Table Service Restaurant Operations
Overview
Introduces using the register for guest checks via manual balance, hard, or soft check systems.
Posting Guest Checks Manually with the Previous Balance Key
Guides on using the previous balance key to enter amounts before adding items or making payments.
Function Keys and Options
CHECK #
Explains the CHECK # key for opening/accessing checks, with options for clerk access and table limits.
GUEST
Describes using the GUEST key to enter the count of guests served for a guest check.
P/BAL
Explains using the P/BAL key to enter the amount of an outstanding balance.
SERVICE
Details using the SERVICE key to temporarily finalize previous balance or check tracking.
TABLE
Explains enforcing table number entry and recalling balances via table number.
PRINT CHECK
Describes using the PRINT CHECK key to print a soft check on a receipt or slip printer.
TIP
Explains adding a gratuity to a guest check before payment using the TIP key.
Operations
Adding to a Soft Check
Explains how to add items and print a complete soft check, including tax recalculations.
Printing a Soft Check
Details the process of printing a soft check on the receipt, noting automatic servicing if programmed.
Operations
Paying a Hard Check
Covers paying a hard check, including adding tips and using tender functions for payment.
Operations
Fast Food Drive Thru
Explains the drive-thru capability of storing and recalling orders, using PBAL for recall.
Operations
Promo Function
Describes using the PROMO key for promotional items, removing cost but not count from sales.
Waste Function
Explains using the WASTE key for inventory control due to spoilage, breakage, or mistakes.
Charge Posting Operations
Overview
Introduces using the check tracking system for posting charges and payments to house accounts.
Charge Posting Function Keys
Lists function keys relevant to charge posting, such as CHECK #, P/BAL, PAYMENT, and PRINT CHECK.
Operations
Currency Conversion
Explains programming the register to convert sales subtotals to foreign currency using four keys.
Operations
Food Stamp Operations
Details setting up the register to handle food stamp eligible merchandise and payments.
Scale Operations
Direct Scale Entry
Explains placing products on a scale and using the SCALE key to enter weight for PLU entries.
Manual Weight Entry
Describes making manual weight entries using the decimal key for fractional weights.
Scale With Automatic Tare Entry
Explains placing products on scale, entering tare number, and subtracting tare weight automatically.
Scale With Manual Tare Entry
Details manually entering tare weights using Tare #5, then subtracting tare and weight.
Management Functions
Introduction
Explains that management functions require the control lock in the X position for access.
Cash Declaration
Describes declaring cash drawer counts before taking X or Z reports for reconciliation.
System Reports
Divides system reports into X (read without reset) and Z (read and reset) categories.
Running a Report – General Instructions
Provides general steps for selecting and running reports using the control lock and key sequences.
S-Mode Programming
Overview
Introduces secure procedures performed in S-Mode, accessed via a special 'C' key.
Clearing Memory
Details performing a memory all clear to ensure totals are cleared and default program is installed.
Clear Grand Total
Explains how to clear the grand total using program 30.
Clear PLU File
Details clearing the PLU file using program 40.
Self Tests
Describes performing self-tests to check register functions like printer, display, and keyboard.
EPROM Information
Explains how to get a receipt with current version, date, and checksum for the EPROM software.
Memory Allocation
Explains how memory is divided to support PLUs, guest checks, and soft check lines.
Memory Allocation Program
Guides on setting memory variables for allocated areas like PLU, CHECK#, and CHECK TYPE.
Memory Allocation Program Scan
Describes how to read current memory allocation using a specific sequence.
Function Key Assignment Programming
Explains how to relocate, inactivate, or change function keys on the keyboard.
Function Key Codes
Provides a list of codes for various functions used in key assignment programming.
ER-5240 Keyboard Expansion
Details the program sequence to expand the ER-5240 keyboard from 15 to 40 NLU keys.
RS-232 Communication Option Programs
Guides on defining attached devices and options for the RS-232C communications port.
Updating Firmware Program
Explains how to transfer firmware updates from a PC to the register via RS-232C port.
Update Files
Lists the necessary files for completing a firmware update process.
PC Connection Cable
Lists the required cables and their part numbers for PC connection.
Update Boot Area
Details the procedure for updating the register's boot area firmware from a PC.
Update Program Area
Provides steps to update the register's program area firmware from a PC.
P-Mode Programming
Default Program
Describes the default program settings and how the machine operates after a RAM clear.
Tax Programming
Explains how the ER-5200/5240 supports four separate taxes, including VAT and GST.
Straight Percentage Tax Rate Programming
Details the method to program a tax as a straight percentage rate and its status.
Tax Table Programming
Recommends tax table programming when tax charts don't match percentage calculations exactly.
Tax Table Programming Example - Illinois 6% Tax Table
Provides a step-by-step example of programming the Illinois 6% tax table for tax 1.
PLU Programming
Details various PLU programming options such as status, auto tare, groups, price, and stock.
Program 100 - PLU Status Programming
Determines if a PLU is open, preset, or inactive, and sets tax, food stamp, and other options.
PLU Status Chart
Lists program options, values, and sums for setting PLU status parameters.
PLU Options - Reference Information
Provides reference information for PLU options like Preset Override, Food Stamp Eligible, and Stock Item.
Program 110 - PLU Auto Tare Programming
Allows selection of groups for PLU sales accumulation and automatic tare subtraction for scale entry.
Program 150 - PLU Group Assignment
Assigns PLUs to up to three groups for tracking sales and determining kitchen printer routing.
Program 200 - PLU Price/HALO Programming
Sets the PLU price for presets or the HALO (high amount lock out) for open PLUs.
Program 250 - PLU Stock Amount Programming
Adds stock to PLU sales counters for items designated as stock PLUs.
Program 300 - PLU Descriptor Programming
Allows programming of descriptors by typing or entering three-digit alpha character codes.
ER-5200 Alpha Keyboard Overlay
Visual layout of the ER-5200 alpha keyboard for descriptor entry.
ER-5240 Alpha Keyboard Overlay
Visual layout of the ER-5240 alpha keyboard for descriptor entry.
Descriptor Code Chart
Provides a chart mapping character codes to their corresponding descriptors for programming.
Program 350 - PLU Link Programming
Links one PLU to another, so registering the first automatically triggers the linked PLU.
Program 400 – PLU Delete Programming
Allows deletion of PLUs, requiring prior clearing of all totals for Z reports.
Program 450 – PLU Mix and Match Programming
Links PLUs to mix and match discount tables, accommodating up to 10 discounts.
System Option Programming
Guides on reviewing and changing system options, noting default settings are usually 0.
System Option Table
Lists system options, their addresses, values, and possible sums for configuration.
Print Option Programming
Details how to review and change print options, which are automatically set to 0 after memory clear.
Print Option Table
Provides a table of print options, their addresses, and values for customizing output.
Function Key Programming
Covers programming for function keys, including options, descriptors, and HALO settings.
Program 70 - Function Key Options
Sets individual options for each function key, with variations depending on the key's function.
Program 80 - Function Key Descriptor
Programs alphanumeric descriptors for function keys using keyboard overlay or descriptor codes.
Program 90 - Function Key HALO
Programs a high amount limit (HALO) for specific function keys like CASH, CHECK, or CHARGE.
Instructions for Currency Conversion Rate - Program 90
Explains how to program currency conversion rates, stating the rate in "dollars in foreign currency".
ADD CHECK - Function Key Options
Details options for the ADD CHECK key, including inactivity, compulsory tendering, and tax exemption.
CANCEL - Function Key Options
Outlines options for the CANCEL key, such as inactivity and activation in X control lock position.
CASH - Function Key Options
Lists options for the CASH key, including compulsory tender, drawer opening, and tax exemptions.
CHARGE 1-8 - Function Key Options
Details options for CHARGE keys, covering compulsory tender, drawer opening, and tax exemptions.
CHECK - Function Key Options
Covers options for the CHECK key, including compulsory tender, drawer opening, and tax exemptions.
CHECK CASHING - Function Key Options
Outlines options for CHECK CASHING, such as key inactivity and validation requirements.
CHECK ENDORSEMENT - Function Key Options
Details options for CHECK ENDORSEMENT, including printing check details and clerk information.
CHECK # - Function Key Options
Lists options for CHECK # key, including inactive status, receipt printing, and automatic assignment.
DRIVE THRU / EAT IN / TAKE OUT - Function Key Options
Covers options for DRIVE THRU, EAT IN, and TAKE OUT keys, focusing on tax exemptions and validation.
ERROR CORRECT - Function Key Options
Details options for ERROR CORRECT, including key inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
F/S Subtotal - Function Key Options
Outlines options for F/S SUBTOTAL, primarily focusing on key inactivity.
F/S TEND - Function Key Options
Lists options for F/S TEND, including tax exemptions, tender amount, and drawer opening.
GUEST - Function Key Options
Covers options for GUEST key, such as compulsory entry, printing guest #, and pre-registration entry.
#/NS - Function Key Options
Details options for #/NS key, including No Sale inactivity, non-add entry enforcement, and digit limits.
MDSE RETURN - Function Key Options
Outlines options for MDSE RETURN, including key inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
MODIFIER 1-5 - Function Key Options
Lists options for MODIFIER keys, affecting PLU number, descriptor printing, and affected digit.
PBAL - Function Key Options
Covers options for PBAL key, regarding previous balance entry and requirement at sale start.
PROMO - Function Key Options
Details options for PROMO key, including inactivity, X lock position, and tax exemptions.
PAID OUT 1-3 - Function Key Options
Outlines options for PAID OUT keys, including inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
PRINT CHECK - Function Key Options
Lists options for PRINT CHECK, covering port entry, automatic servicing, and consecutive # skipping.
RECD ON ACCT 1-3 - Function Key Options
Covers options for RECD ON ACCT keys, including inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
SCALE - Function Key Options
Details options for SCALE key, including inactivity, manual entry, and weight symbol.
SERVICE - Function Key Options
Lists options for SERVICE key, including non-add number, tax calculation, and port number.
SUBTOTAL - Function Key Options
Outlines options for SUBTOTAL key, primarily key inactivity.
TABLE - Function Key Options
Covers options for TABLE key, including compulsory entry and printing table # at remote printer.
TARE - Function Key Options
Details options for TARE key, including inactivity, X lock position, and manual tare entry.
TAX EXEMPT - Function Key Options
Lists options for TAX EXEMPT key, including tax exemptions and compulsory non-add number.
TIP - Function Key Options
Covers options for TIP key, including tip type, inactivity, tax addition, and NET/GROSS sales total.
VALIDATE - Function Key Options
Details options for VALIDATE key, including port entry, function disablement, and multiple validations.
VOID - Function Key Options
Outlines options for VOID key, including inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
WASTE - Function Key Options
Lists options for WASTE key, including inactivity, X lock position, and validation.
%1-%5 Function Key Options
Details options for % keys, including apply type, inactivity, key type, taxable status, and discounts.
Mix and Match Discount Programming
Mix and Match Discount Programming
Explains offering discounts for multiple items, accommodating up to 10 mix and match discounts.
Program 600 – Trip Level Programming
Program 600 – Trip Level Programming
Sets the number of items required to purchase to receive a mix and match discount.
Program 601 – Price Programming
Program 601 – Price Programming
Sets the specific amount of the discount for a mix and match offer.
Program 610 – Mix & Match Descriptor Programming
Program 610 – Mix & Match Descriptor Programming
Allows setting a unique, 12-character descriptor for each Mix & Match discount.
Clerk Programming
Program 800 - Secret Code Programming
Determines the code for clerk sign-on when a code entry method is selected.
Program 801 - Drawer Assignment
Assigns which cash drawer will be opened for each clerk, if a second drawer is installed.
Program 810 - Clerk Descriptor Programming
Allows setting a unique, 12-character descriptor for each clerk.
Group Programming
Programming Group Status - Program 900
Assigns group status, like not adding to totals or designating items for kitchen printer.
Programming Group Descriptors
Programs descriptors for groups using keyboard overlay or three-digit alpha character codes.
Miscellaneous Programming
Program 1500 - Macro Key Sequence Programming
Programs macros to execute sequences of key depressions, up to ten different macros.
Program 700 – Logo/Endorsement Message Programming
Programming the Receipt/Check Endorsement Message
Programs preamble, postamble, and endorsement messages up to 32 characters per line.
Program 701 - Financial Report Descriptor Programming
Program 701 - Financial Report Descriptor Programming
Reprograms descriptors for Financial Report totals and counters, with 12-character descriptors.
Program 710 - Clerk Report Descriptor Programming
Program 710 - Clerk Report Descriptor Programming
Reprograms descriptors for Clerk Report totals and counters, like renaming "NET SALES".
Program 711 - Macro Name Programming
Program 711 - Macro Name Programming
Programs names for macro keys to help identify their function, using keyboard overlay or codes.
Program 1000 - NLU Code Number Programming
Programming the NLU Code Number
Assigns any PLU number to any NLU key on the keyboard, overriding default assignments.
Program 1100 - Cash-In-Drawer Limit Programming
Programming the Drawer Limit
Sets a cash-in-drawer limit; a warning displays when the limit is exceeded.
Program 1200 - Check Change Limit Programming
Programming the Check Change Limit
Sets the maximum cash returnable when a check tendered exceeds the sale amount.
Program 1300 - Date and Time Programming
Programming the Date and Time
Guides on setting the clock and calendar, with time changing for daylight savings adjustments.
Program 1400 - Scale Tare Weight Programming
Program 1400 - Scale Tare Weight Programming
Pre-programs five tare weights for containers, subtracted automatically when used with a scale.
Program 1600 - Machine Number Programming
Programming the Machine Number
Programs a machine number for identifying receipts or journals with the store or register.
Program Scans
Program Scans
Advises printing a hard copy of the final program for future reference and keeping it safe.
Sample Reports
Financial
Shows a sample financial report with totals for positive/negative PLUs, sales, taxes, and destinations.
Time
Displays a sample time report showing transaction counts and sales amounts per period.
PLU
Presents a sample PLU report detailing PLU numbers, descriptors, counts, and sales totals.
Clerk
Shows a sample clerk report with net sales, transaction counts, and drawer totals per clerk.
Individual Clerk
Displays a sample report for individual clerks, detailing net sales and drawer totals.
Groups
Shows a sample groups report detailing item counts and net sales for each group.
Stock
Displays a sample stock report detailing PLU numbers, descriptors, and current stock counts.
Open Check
Presents a sample open check report with check numbers, balances, and clerk responsibility.
Balancing Formulas
Provides formulas for balancing sales and totals, showing how Net and Gross Sales are calculated.
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