Getting Started - VENDAPIN DATATRON III SERIES 5882 Operator's Manual

S e t t i n g u p t h e u n i t
Connecting the unit to the host device
Installation instructions tailored to the product you ordered should have been included with the
shipment of your unit(s).
Vending from a copier
If you're connecting to a copier, a machine harness, specific to the make and model of your
copier, will be required.
Vending reports to a computer
If you are using a computer to track activity:
• Attach the serial cable you received with your Datatron III from the RJ-11 port on the back
of the Datatron III to a spare DB-9 COM port on your computer. Do not substitute data
cables designed for other device as improper operation or damage may result
• Once the unit is powered up (see below), make sure the baud rate of the computer is set to
the baud rate of the Datatron III. The software (contained on the Datatron III CD you
received) running on the host PC should help you set the baud rate to achieve optimal
performance.
• Install the print vend software and monitored printers according to the instructions provided
on the software CD.
Powering up the Print/Datatron III
Plug the Datatron III into a 3-prong, grounded wall outlet. The unit will cycle through its boot-up
sequence, displaying the firmware version. If you ever need to call or email VENDAPIN LLC
customer service, you may be asked to provide this boot-up information. Please note the
displayed version numbers and write them in the spaces provided on the last page of this manual.
Firmware version
This is the version of the firmware issued with your unit.
Site Code
The unit is programmed with a site code unique to the customer site. It matches your Control
Card(s).

Getting Started