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POS-400 Expander II All-in-One Point of Sales System User Manual Before installing and operating the unit, please read this user manual thoroughly and retain for reference. Ver 1.0_2009/12/30...
How to Use This Manual This manual contains information to set up and use the POS-400 Expander II. In addition, instructions are included for added hardware, upgrades, and optional items, as well as for software. Chapter 1 An introduction to what you find in the box and an overview of product specifications, appearance, and interface.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Copyright The information in this guide is subject to change without prior notice. The manufacturer shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. This manual contains information protected by copyright.
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Precautions 1. Please read these safety instructions carefully. 2. Keep this User Manual for later reference. 3. Disconnect this equipment from the AC outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or spray detergent for cleaning. Use only a moistened sheet or cloth. 4.
5 x COM, 6 x USB, 1 x CF II • Flexible options: MSR, I-Button, Fingerprint, RFID, WiFi and Bluetooth • RoHS compliant Specifications POS-400 Expander II System Configuration CPU (μPGA) Intel® Atom Processor N270 1.6GHz fanless System Chipset Intel 945GSE+ICH7M...
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Audio Port 1 x Line-out, 1 x Mic-in Speaker 2 x internal stereo 2W speakers Mechanics and Environment Construction magnesium-aluminum alloy housing 268.5(D) x 380(W) x 350.3(H) mm Dimensions 296.6(D) x 380(W) x 350.3(H) mm (with pole I/O cover) Housing Color Silver/Black, Black Net Gross Weight 7.5 Kg (with VFD and MSR)
Package Contents The following items come standard with the POS-4200 Expander 2: POS System Power Adaptor Utility and Main Board Chipset AC Power Cord Driver CD Options • Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) Module: triple track* • 2-in-1 Module (Magnetic Stripe Reader + Fingerprint Reader) * •...
Base System Before you begin, take a few moments to become familiar with the POS-420 Expander 2. 15inch Touch Screen I/O Cover Base Contrast Control Buttons Lighter Darker Hinge Arm left side Arm right side Power Button Left Speaker Right Speaker USB Port...
Expandable Main Display The four sides of the main display are specially designed for expandable functions and connect with one of the available internal USB ports or PS/2 for operation. Optimized for simple installation, these interfaces do not require any voltage setting adjustments. •...
Convertible Pole-Type 2nd Display (optional) The pole-type 2nd display is for use with the POS system to display purchase prices and change amounts to customers. It is also capable of displaying advertising messages and announcements. Two types of pole mount display choices are available: a 8.9 inch LCD monitor and a 9 cm high, 2 lines with 20 characters each VFD.
Connector Panel The POS-400 Expander II's primary connector panel is located at the rear. To clearly see the connector panel you must remove the I/O cover. NOTE: POS-400 Expander II's COM6 port is not a complete RS-232C signals, can not be used as a general use COM port, please refer to Chapter 4 for COM6 pin assignment.
Chapter 2 Standard Hardware and Upgrades Precautions Before performing hardware changes, be sure to carefully read all of the applicable instructions, cautions, and warnings in this guide. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock, hot surfaces, or fire: Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
Opening Base Cover CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the system or drive: If you are inserting or removing a drive, shut down the operating system properly, turn off the system, and unplug the power cord. Do not remove a drive while the system is on or in standby mode.
Clearing CMOS The POS-400 Expander II's configuration (CMOS) may occasionally be corrupted. If it is, it will be necessary to clear the CMOS memory using jumper JP1. Please refer to Chapter 4 for the exact JP1 pin positions. 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
Compact Flash Card Installation 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the main board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet.
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5. Replace the CF cover and replace the main unit to an upright position. 6. Reconnect the power cord and any external devices, then turn on the system. The system should automatically recognize the CF card when the system power is turned on. NOTE: CF card and 2.5 inch HDD master/slave setting: The system allows the use of both the CF card and hard disk at the same time,...
Memory Installation The memory sockets on the main board can be populated with an industry-standard DIMM. The POS-400 Expander II comes standard with one preinstalled DIMM. To achieve maximum memory performance, up to 2GB of memory can be changed. CAUTION: You must disconnect the power cord and wait approximately 30 seconds for the power to drain before adding or removing memory cards.
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CAUTION: To avoid scratching the panel, before doing dismantling, put a piece of cloth or cushion under the main unit. 4. If an existing memory card or cards need to be replaced, pull the ends of both metal latches away from the card to release it.
Removing and Replacing the SATA Hard Disk NOTE: This system does not support Parallel ATA (PATA) hard drives. Before removing the original hard drive, be sure to back up its data so that you can transfer the data to the replacement hard drive. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have a recovery disc set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that were preinstalled on the system.
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6. Insert the replacement hard disk into the HDD box, and re-secure the screws. 7. Slide the HDD box back into the panel, ensuring that it is pressed all the way in and properly seated. 8. Reattach the two screws that secure the HDD box. 9.
Chapter 3 Optional Components and Peripherals MSR/Fingerprint/I-Button Module Installation NOTE: The MSR module can only be installed to its designated position and socket; the same with the wireless module. Their locations are not interchangeable. 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
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NOTE: The MSR module configuration tool be put under <CD>\ Optional Module Data & Tool\MSR . If you need config MSR Module or test MSR module, please execute the utility under <CD>\ Optional Module Data & Tool\MSR...
Wireless Module Installation 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the main board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet.
Rear Mount VFD Installation (need install rear mound USB driver) 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the main board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet.
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7. Reconnect the power cord and any external devices, then turn on the system. NOTE: The rear mound VFD module configuration utility be put under <CD>\ Optional Module Data & Tool\VFD\RearMount VFD . If you need it, please execute the utility under <CD>\ Optional Module Data &...
RFID Module Installation 1. Turn off the system power properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the main board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet.
Cash Drawer Installation NOTE: Before connecting a cash drawer to the system, please make sure the driver voltage and cable pin assignment of the cash drawer matches the definition of the system's cash drawer port. Please refer to the Cash Drawer Power Select Connector section.
VGA port respectively. If you are installing pole type VFD, it has only a VFD cable to connect to POS-400 Expander II COM6 port. Then the plastic clip on the I/O cover must lock over the end of the base.
Chapter 4 PEB-973A Main Board Configuration Jumper and Connector Locations Connector Allocation Connector Function LPC port 80 daughter card connector SATA and IDE active LED SATA drive power connector Reserved LVDS back light inverter connector USB port 2 SATA port 0 Battery socket SATA port 2 Suspend LED connector...
PS/2 KB and MS connector Front panel connector COM6 connector Printer port USB port 1, USB port 4 and GIGA LAN RJ-45 connector Speaker out and MIC connector COM1, COM2 connector. Upper is COM1; Lower is COM2 RJ-11 connector +12V DC power input COM5 connector VGA connector CF card socket ( on the solder side )
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Parallel Port LPT1 SCSI Connector PIN No. Description PIN No. Description STBX ACKX BUSY SLCT AFDX INITX SLINX VGA Port D-Sub15 Connector PIN No. Description PIN No. Description GREEN BLUE Reserved DDC DATA HSYNC VSYNC DDC CLK LAN Port RJ-45 and USB Port1/Port4 Connector PIN No.
PIN No. Description Stereo line out Microphone input Bottom External COM6 Port: Connector Pin Definitions A COM6 cable transfers signals from the PEB-973A main board to the external COM6 port. PIN No. Description +12V Jumper Settings To set jumper positions, place the jumper shunt over the pins designated in the table (SHORT) or remove (NC) it from the jumper pins and store for future use.
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PIN No. Function 1-2 Short 3.3V 2-3 Short PS/2 KB and Mouse Interface Enable Selection PIN No. Function 1-2 NC Disable 1-2 Short Enable COM1 RI Function Selection PIN No. Function Short +5V output Short RI function Short +12V output COM2 RI Function Selection PIN No.
Chapter 5 Software Setup This system comes with a variety of drivers for different operating systems. A software CD is included in the package contents. Driver Software List Driver Driver Setup Location Intel Chipset <CD>:\Driver\POS-400 II\Intel INF\XP Intel Graphics <CD>:\Drive\POS-400 II\VGA\Winxp ELO Touch Screen <CD>:\Driver\POS-400 II\Touch\ELO Abon Touch Screen...
Intel Chipset Driver Installation The chipset driver is needed to get the full potential from the POS-400 Expander II chipset. It should be loaded before other drivers and first thing after booting XP or Vista. 1. Run the infinst_autol.exe file on the CD in folder 2.
Intel Graphics Driver Installation 1. Locate and Run the winxp_14324.exe file on the CD in folder <CD>:\Driver\POS-400 II\ 2. Click Next on the Startup screen. VGA\winxp 3. Wait a moment for extract install driver software 4. Click Next on the Welcome screen. on your computer.
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7. Click Next on the Setup Progress screen. 8. Click Next on the Setup Progress screen. 9. When installation is complete, click Finish and restart the system.
ELO Touch Screen Driver Installation 1. Locate and Run the sw600188.exe file on the CD 2. Click Unzip on the WinZip Self-Extractor window. in folder <CD>:\Driver\ POS-400 II\Touch\Elo 3. Select Default installation language then click 4. Select Install Serial Touchscreen Drivers and Next.
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7. Select COM3 then click Next. 8. Click Next. 10. After the computer has restarted, click the Align 9. When installation is complete, click Finish and button on the Elo Touchscreen Properties restart the system. screen. 11. Calibrate the three red points as instructed.
Abon Touch Screen Driver Installation 1. Locate and Run the autorun.exe file on the CD 2. Select Setup Touch Package (for all Windows- in folder <CD>:\Driver\POS-400 II\Touch\Abon Vista32. 3. Click Next. 4. Click Next. 5. Select Install RS232 driver and click Next. 6.
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7. Click Finish. 8. Click Continue Anyway. 9. Click OK to reboot the system. 10. Run the Touch Tool on the desktop. 11. Select Advance, then click 4 Pts Calibration.
Audio Driver Installation 1. Locate and Run the WDM_R209.exe file on the 2. Wait a moment for extract install driver software CD in folder<CD>:\Driver\POS-400 II \ on your computer. audio\WDM_R202 3. .Click Next on the Welcome screen. 4. Wait until the Audio driver have been installed. 5.
Ethernet Driver Installation 1. Locate and Run the setup.exe file on the CD in folder <CD>:\Driver\ POS-400 II\ 2. Click Next on the Welcome screen. LAN\PCIE_Install_5698_0822 4. Wait until the Ethernet PCI-E NIC driver has 3. Click Install on the Ready to install screen. been installed.
Wireless LAN Driver Installation (optional) 1. First, plug in the USB WLAN Interface Module. 2. Locate and Run the setup.exe file on the CD in folder <CD>:\Driver\ Optional Module driver\ 3. Click Next on the License Agreement screen. WLAN\802.11bg 4. Select Ralink Configuration Tool then click Next. 5.
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8. When installation is complete, click Finish.
RFID Driver Installation (optional) 1. Plug in the USB RFID Module and wait for the following screen. 3. Select Install from a list specific location then 2. Select Yes, this time only and then click Next. click Next. 5. Click Finish to complete the USB Serial Converter 4.
Fingerprint Reader Driver Installation (optional) 1. Plug in the 2-in-1 Fingerprint Reader and MSR module. 2. Locate and Run the setup.exe file in folder <CD>:\Driver\Optional Module driver\ 3. Click Next on the Welcome screen. FingerPrint\URU4000B\DP Plat frsw 3.2 4. Click Next on the License Agreement screen. 5.
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8. Click Yes to restart the system (required).
IC Card Reader Driver Installation (optional) 1. Plug in the 3-in-1 MSR, I-Button and IC Card Reader module. 2. Locate and Run the setup.exe file in folder <CD>:\Driver\Optional Module driver\ 3. Select language, then click OK. IC Card Reader\EZ100PU Driver 4.
System Driver Installation (Required for Cash Drawer) 1. Locate and Run the setup.exe file in folder <CD>:\Driver\POS-400 Expander II\ 2. Click Next on the Welcome screen. System Driver 4. Click Finish on the Completing installation screen. 3. Click Install on the Ready to Install screen.
OPOS CCO Driver Installation Before installing the OPOS CCO driver, please make sure the system driver has been installed. 5. Locate and Run the OposCCOs-1_12_000.exe 6. Click Next on the Welcome screen. file in folder <CD>:\Driver\OPOS\CCOs 7. Click Next on the ReadMe screen. 8.
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11. Click Next on the Start Installation screen. 12. Wait system registering the control object 13. Click Finish on the Installation Complete screen.
OPOS Driver Installation The OPOS driver for the POS-400 Expander II supports the Cash Drawer, MSR, I-Button (KeyLock), RFID, VFD (Line Display), UPS (Power). Before installing the OPOS driver, please make sure the system driver and OPOS CCO driver have been installed.
Appendix A. Sample C++ Cash Drawer Code for Windows NOTE: Requires installation of System Driver. Refer to the System Driver Installation section for instructions. 1. Open Cash Drawer // IOCTL Codes #define GPD_TYPE 56053 #define ADV_OPEN_CTL_CODE CTL_CODE(GPD_TYPE, 0x900, METHOD_BUFFERED, FILE_ANY_ACCESS) #define ADV_STATUS_CTL_CODE CTL_CODE(GPD_TYPE, 0x901, METHOD_BUFFERED, FILE_ANY_ACCESS) void OpenDrawer(UCHAR uWhichDrawer) // uWhichDrawer = 1 =>...
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&ulBytesReturned, NULL); if (bRet == FALSE || ulBytesReturned != 1) AfxMessageBox("Failed to Read from cash drawer driver"); CloseHandle(hFile); return; else AfxMessageBox(ReadByte ? “Drawer Open” : “Drawer Closed”); CloseHandle(hFile);...
Appendix B. Sample Visual Basic Cash Drawer Code for Windows NOTE: Requires installation of System Driver. Refer to the System Driver Installation section for instructions. ‘ Use inside a form’s code section and use Option Explicit Private Declare Function CreateFile Lib "kernel32" Alias "CreateFileA" _ (ByVal lpFileName As String, ByVal dwDesiredAccess As Integer, _ ByVal dwShareMode As Integer, ByVal lpSecurityAttributes As IntPtr, _ ByVal dwCreationDisposition As Integer, ByVal dwFlagsAndAttributes As Integer, _...
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' Get Drawer Status iRet = DeviceIoControl(DeviceHandle, ADV_STATUS_CTL_CODE, 0, 0, iStatus, 4, iBytesRtn, 0) If (iRet = 0 Or iBytesRtn <> 1) Then Debug.Print("Error writing to Cash Drawer Driver. Error" & Err.LastDllError) End If If (iStatus = 0) Then StatusText.Text = "Cash Drawer(s) Closed" Else StatusText.Text = "Cash Drawer(s) Open"...
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