INSTALLATION

Before buying any POS equipment you should first check that your POS Software supports it, and that the interface you require is available on the computer you will be connecting it to. Because of the variety of connection types, we've put together this page to help you identify them and understand their usage. If you have any questions please contact us email@melbournepos.com or phone 1300 667 471.

SERIAL

Popular interface for connecting devices such as docket printers, pole displays and cash drawers. Shown is a DB9 plug which suits a 9 pin socket. Some older PC's may have a 25 pin socket to suit a DB25 plug.

PS2 Keyboard Wedge

Barcode scanners can be easily connected to a PC using this interface which it shares with the keyboard. The green port is for the mouse while purple is for the keyboard.

USB

While USB is the standard for connecting non POS devices to a PC, you should check that you particular POS system supports USB before purchasing any equipment which uses this interface.

PARALLEL

Occasionally used to connect devices such as docket printers and cash drawers.

ETHERNET

Sometimes used to connect devices that are some distance away such as kitchen printers.

RJ12 Printer Driven

Many systems connect the cash drawer directly to the docket printer using this interface.