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Campground Master -- Point of Sale Hardware

Here is some information to help you decide what hardware peripherals you can use with Campground Master. Some peripherals require the Point of Sale (P.O.S.) optional functions, while support for some peripherals is included in the basic Campground Master license.

Equipment supported by Campground Master:
Receipt printer Support is included with basic software
Cash drawer Support is included with basic software
Credit card mag stripe reader       Support is included with basic software
Bar code scanner P.O.S. option is required
Pole display P.O.S. option is required
You will find a list of suggested equipment models below, with our pricing. Just call us to order by phone.

Which items you need for your system depend on your situation. Technically, the P.O.S. can be operated without any external hardware other than a standard PC printer for receipts. Added peripherals generally add speed and convenience, as well as a more professional look to your business.

Below are some tips to help you decide what you need.

Receipt printer These are fast and economical, better than using a full page printer in high-traffic situations whether you use the P.O.S. or not. Also used for credit card signature slips, if processing them through the computer.
Cash drawer Recommended if you're replacing a manual cash register, and/or want access restricted to the software operators.
Credit card mag stripe reader Required if processing credit cards through the software, but also useful for keeping the customer's credit card information on file.
Bar code scanner Recommended if you have more than just a few items in inventory or if checkout speed is important, but not required -- you can look up inventory by keywords or description searches also.
Pole display Completely optional, but adds a nice professional touch in any store-like environment. Can speed checkout, letting the customer see how much is due.


Choosing Hardware Interfaces

The most perplexing part of choosing hardware is the variety of interfaces available for each device. Below are the recommended interfaces as well as any other options supported by the software.

The main thing is that you need to add up all of the interface ports required and make sure your computer has those connections available. Keep in mind that "keyboard-wedge" interfaces don't use up a port, since they connect in-line with your keyboard. Parallel and serial devices occupy a port (although some parallel devices are "pass-through", allowing a printer to be attached also). Multiple USB devices can be added to a single port if an external "hub" device is used.

Device Recommended Other options
Receipt printer * Parallel Serial, USB
Cash drawer Through printer Serial, Parallel
Mag stripe reader *** Keyboard wedge USB
Bar code scanner ** Keyboard wedge USB
Pole display Serial
* (must have a Windows-compatible printer driver for USB)
** (should be "fully decoded" output)
*** (must support at least Track 1, Track 1&2 support recommended, Track 3 not supported)

If you plan to do credit card authorizations through the computer, then you may also need to connect an external modem (or it can be done through a broadband internet connection). This will most likely occupy an additional serial port (we recommend an external serial modem for simplicity in support, but an internal modem will also work if necessary). If you also need to support debit cards with PIN # entry, you will need a serial port for a PIN pad. Note that only one of your Campground Master workstations will need a modem if you're using Campground Master in a networked setup.


Suggested Equipment

Campground Master has been designed for maximum flexibility and support of the most popular equipment interfaces. As long as the device meets the interface requirements above, it will probably work with Campground Master.

If you already have equipment from a previous system then it may work perfectly. But if you're starting fresh, we've listed some recommended items below. These are generally the "basic" models, so there may be additional options available (for instance different colors, added stands, etc.). The sales person can help you with options and other questions.

Our prices are shown below for the models listed (not including shipping charges and Arizona sales tax if applicable). The primary benefit of purchasing through us is a better level of support and assistance in selecting the ideal equipment for your needs (and one-stop shopping). Your order will be shipped to you directly from our supplier, to keep the prices as low as possible (no double-shipping).

Products carry warranties from the manufacturer. Any warranty returns or repairs must be handled directly with the manufacturer.

All prices below include interface cables as needed. Receipt printers include 10 rolls of single-ply paper and 2 ribbons (or 10 rolls of thermal paper).

Note that all devices are available in either white or black color (even if the photo only shows one color), so please specify the desired color when ordering.



POS bundles

Buy one of these popular sets of equipment as a bundle and save $25 or more.

Basic Credit Card set -- For just credit card processing.
$425 IDTech mini-mag reader & Epson U200 printer (parallel interface)
$475 IDTech mini-mag reader & Epson U200 printer (USB interface)

Recommended POS set -- This is our most popular set of equipment.
$775 Metrologic 9520 scanner, Epson U200 printer (parallel), APG 100 cash drawer
$825 Metrologic 9520 scanner, Epson U200 printer (USB), APG 100 cash drawer

High-traffic POS set -- For busy POS counters with credit card processing.
$1200 Metrologic 9520 scanner, Epson thermal printer (parallel), APG 100 cash drawer, PD-3000 pole display and ID-tech mini-mag
$1250 Metrologic 9520 scanner, Epson thermal printer (USB), APG 100 cash drawer, PD-3000 pole display and ID-tech mini-mag




Individual POS Items

Click on the model numbers to see a picture and description.

Bar code scanners (keyboard wedge)
$175 MS210-K Unitech MS-210 hand held CCD, durable but short range
$175 MS210-U Unitech MS-210 hand held CCD (USB interface)
$250 MK9520 Metrologic 9520 hand held laser, long range, auto-trigger
$250 MK9520U Metrologic 9520 hand held laser (USB interface)
$400 MEMK6720 Metrologic 6720 Cubit omnidirectional laser
$650 MEMK7620 Metrologic 7620 in-counter laser scanner


Receipt Printers
$325 TMU220PD-103 Epson U200 series, a popular impact printer, parallel or serial interface
$450 TMT-88iv Epson TM-88III, a fast thermal printer, parallel or serial interface
 
$375 TMU220U-103 Epson U200 series, USB interface
$500 TMT-88iv-U Epson TM-88III, USB interface
(For USB printer drivers, see the Downloads page.)


Cash drawers (interface to receipt printer, select printer brand when ordering)
$200 CR 3000 Logic Controls basic drawer, 1 media slot
$250 APT320 APG 100 Series, adjustable media slots


Cash drawers with direct connection (if no receipt printer used)
$300 MCD 240-S MMF drawer with serial interface
$425 ECD 232-PL MMF drawer with pass-through parallel interface


Pole displays
$250 PD-3000 Logic Controls, serial interface, 1 side
$450 LD-9000X Logic Controls, serial interface, dual sided


Mag stripe readers
$125 IDT3331-12 IDTech mini-mag (keyboard wedge, track 1 & 2)
$125 IDT3331-12U IDTech mini-mag (USB, track 1 & 2)


IC Verify software (for credit card processing, if you can't use the free X-charge software)
$575 IC Verify Multi-user license, up to 4 workstations ($100 each additional)


Bar Code software (for printing inventory bar code labels, etc.)
$99 TELM7QD Teklynx Label Matrix



Receipt Printer Supplies
$65 STRC200B STAR SP200/500 ribbons, black, case/12
$65 EPERC38B Epson U200 ribbons, black, case/12
$55 RP3000P1 Epson/STAR roll paper, 3" x 145', 1-ply, case/50
$90 RP3000P2 Epson/STAR roll paper, 3" x 100', 2-ply, case/50
$90 RP3125T Epson TM-88III thermal paper, 3.125" x 230', case/50


Please contact us if you have any questions.





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