Wincor Nixdorf BEETLE /XL User manual

BEETLE
BEETLE /XL
Modular POS System
User Guide

BEETLE /XL
User Guide
Edition June 2000

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Contents
Manufacturer’s Certification.....................................................................1
General Authorization..................................................................................1
FCC-Class A Declaration ............................................................................1
Tested Safety...............................................................................................2
Important notes............................................................................................2
Introduction..............................................................................................4
About this manual........................................................................................5
Cleaning the BEETLE /XL ...........................................................................6
Recycling the BEETLE /XL........................................................................7
Warranty....................................................................................................8
The individual POS system ......................................................................9
Overview......................................................................................................9
Before switching on the system.................................................................11
Unpacking and checking that everything is there................................11
Setting up the device ...........................................................................11
Cabling the BEETLE /XL......................................................................12
Securing the data cables .....................................................................13
Monting the cable cover.......................................................................14
Connecting to the mains power supply................................................15
Disconnecting cables...........................................................................16
Basic settings.......................................................................................16
Adjusting the loudspeaker ...................................................................17
Connecting peripherals..............................................................................18
Keyboard (KYBD)....................................................................................19
Cash drawer (CASHDRW) ..................................................................19
Scanners and scales (COM1 - COM4*) ..............................................20
Customer display (COM2* or COM4*).................................................21
Cashier display (COM3*).....................................................................21
Monitor ................................................................................................22
Connecting standard PC peripherals (COM1).....................................22
Network................................................................................................23
Printer (LPT1 / 24V, 4A).......................................................................23

The BEETLE /XL components ............................................................... 25
Overview ...................................................................................................25
Storage concept........................................................................................ 27
The BEETLE card..................................................................................... 29
The card types........................................................................................ 30
–SRAM cards.................................................................................. 30
–MASK ROM cards.........................................................................31
–OTPROM cards.............................................................................31
–FLASH EPROM cards ..................................................................31
Inserting the BEETLE card..................................................................31
Removing the BEETLE card ............................................................... 32
Write protection for BEETLE cards .....................................................32
Changing the battery when using SRAM BEETLE cards................... 33
The floppy drive......................................................................................... 35
General................................................................................................35
Inserting a diskette .............................................................................. 36
Removing a diskette............................................................................36
The CPU.................................................................................................... 37
General................................................................................................37
Interfaces.............................................................................................38
Loudspeaker........................................................................................38
Nonvolatile RAM (NV-RAM)................................................................38
Dyamic RAM........................................................................................ 39
–Connecting hard disks .................................................................. 39
–Free AT slots.................................................................................40
–Additional slot on the CPU............................................................ 40
Possible expansions .................................................................................40
Mini-disk (MD) ..................................................................................... 40
PCMCIA............................................................................................... 40
Streamer drive..................................................................................... 41
Magneto-optical drive (MO).................................................................41
Power pack................................................................................................42
Accumulator batteries ...............................................................................43
Changing the accumulator batteries .................................................. 44
Security against power failure............................................................. 47
Changing the lithium battery of the BEETLE /XL......................................48
LED indicators .......................................................................................... 50
Configuration variations......................................................................... 51
Plug-in cards for the CPU ......................................................................... 51
ASYNC controller ................................................................................ 51
VGA controller ..................................................................................... 51

LAN controller; VGA/LAN controller.....................................................51
Inserting plug-in cards..........................................................................52
AT plug-in cards.........................................................................................53
BEETLE in-house controller ................................................................53
PCMCIA controller...............................................................................53
SNIkey controller..................................................................................53
Inserting an AT plug-in card.................................................................54
Software....................................................................................................57
Operating system.......................................................................................57
Retail Device Interface...............................................................................57
Application programs.................................................................................58
Retail Presentation Manager.....................................................................58
Retail Transaction Manager ......................................................................58
High Frequency Table ...............................................................................58
Hash File Access Method..........................................................................58
Starting up the system............................................................................59
Startup behavior ........................................................................................59
Output of MS-DOS system error messages..............................................62
BIOS Setup...............................................................................................63
Appendix...................................................................................................73
Technical data for the BEETLE /XL...........................................................73
ASYNC controller ....................................................................................75
VGA controller ...........................................................................................75
LAN controller............................................................................................76
VGA/LAN controller ...................................................................................76
What to do if ..............................................................................................77
The configuration label ..............................................................................78
Power-on self-test (POST) ........................................................................79
MS-DOS critical errors ............................................................................80
POST error messages.........................................................................81
Phoenix BIOS POST and start messages...........................................83
–Additional messages .....................................................................86
Glossary.....................................................................................................87
Abbreviations.............................................................................................89

Manufacturer’s Certification
General Authorization
This device complies with the requirements of the EEC
directives 89/336/EEC “Electromagnetic Compatibility”and
73/23/EEC “Low Voltage Directive”. Therefore, you will
find the CE mark on the device or packaging.
FCC-Class A Declaration
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 when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Le présent appareil numérique ne génèrepasdebruitsradioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la “Classe
A”prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté
par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
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Tested Safety
The BEETLE /XL has been provided with the symbol
for “Tested Safety”.
In addition, the BEETLE /XL has received the UL
symbol and the cUL symbol.
Important notes
Important notes
The modular POS system BEETLE /XL conforms to the current safety
standards for data processing equipment.
➜If this device is taken from a cold environment into the operating
room, moisture condensation may form. The device must be
absolutely dry before being put into service; an acclimatization period
of at least two hours must therefore be observed.
➜This device is equipped with a safety-tested power cable and may be
connected only to a grounded-contact power socket.
➜When setting up the device, ensure that the power socket on the
device and the grounded-contact utility power socket are easily
accessible.
➜To disconnect the device from the supply voltage completely, switch
off the device and disconnect the power plug.
➜Ensure that no foreign objects (e.g. office clips) find their way into the
device, as this may lead to electric shocks or short-circuits.
➜In order to ensure that the device is well ventilated and to prevent
overheating, do not obstruct the ventilation slots on your device.
➜Never plug in or unplug data communication lines during
thunderstorms.
➜Protect devices from vibrations, dust, moisture and heat.
Important notes
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➜The BEETLE /XL has two batteries.
These batteries must be replaced by authorized personnel only.
Incorrect replacement may lead to the danger of explosion.
➜Always dispose of used parts in an environmentally safe manner.
➜Thereisalithium battery on the system assembly. This battery must
be replaced by authorized personnel only. Incorrect replacement may
lead to the danger of explosion.
➜The lithium battery must be disposed of in accordance with local
regulations for special waste!
➜In emergencies (e.g. damaged housing or power cable, penetration
by liquids or foreign bodies), the device must be switched off
immediately, the power plug disconnected and the Customer Service
of Wincor Nixdorf (WN) must be notified.
➜Do not switch on the device while the cover is open.
The device may only be repaired by authorized
qualified personnel. Unauthorized opening of the
device and inexpertly carried-out repairs may not
only seriously jeopardize the safety of the user, but
also cancel all warranty and liability agreements.
Important notes
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Introduction
The BEETLE /XL is the powerful basic component of your modular POS
system. The BEETLE /XL conforms to the PC/AT industry standard, so you
can add expansions to suit your requirements.
A variety of optional devices are also available, such as scanners for
reading bar codes, swipecard readers for check, credit and customer
cards, a monitor, and various keyboards, cash drawers and scales.You
can also select a printer from the wide range of compatible POS printers.
With the exception of the mass storage media, you connect all peripherals
to the modular POS system externally.This provides you wtih an
extraordinary amount of flexibility when you put together your POS
system.
You can also configure and run the BEETLE /XL using only the external
cashier display; a monitor is not a necessity.
The flexibility of the storage concept of the BEETLE /XL makes it perfect
for the modular system. You can use the BEETLE card, the floppy drive
and, of course, the hard disk as storage media. And strong processors
(80486DX2 or Pentium class) make sure that work with BEETLE /XL is
done quickly.
It is, of course, also possible to install a network card and connect the
BEETLE /XL to a network.
In the event of a power failure the optionally available batteries allow
programs to be terminated normally and data to be saved.
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About this manual
About this manual
This manual describes the BEETLE /XL modular POS system.
It is intended to help you work with the POS system and to serve as a
reference work. The detailed table of contents will help you to find the
information you require quickly and easily.
The first chapter describes:
everything you should do before you switch the POS terminal on
how to connect peripherals to the BEETLE /XL.
The second chapter contains:
an overview of the components of your BEETLE POS system.
You will also find a detailed description of how to go about fre-
quent activities, such as how to use the BEETLE card and flop-
py disks.
The third chapter provides:
a brief overview of the software of the BEETLE /XL system.
The fourth chapter explains:
how to get the system up and running. This chapter assumes
some technical knowledge.
The appendix contains:
tables with the most important technical data, a list of the possi-
ble error messages, a glossary and a list of abbreviations.
About this manual
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This symbol appears before important notes in the manual.
This symbol appears before cautionary notes.
The type and scope of the application programs depend on the selection
made by each customer, so, except for an explanation of the Setup
program and a brief description of the most important Wincor Nixdorf
programs, this manual does not contain any details on software.
The peripheral devices that can be connected are shipped with their own
manuals.These devices are therefore not described in any detail here.
Please refer to the relevant manuals.
Cleaning the BEETLE /XL
Clean your BEETLE /XL at regular intervals using the computer cleaning
set for plastic surfaces that is available from Wincor Nixdorf.You will find
the order number in the Wincor Nixdorf catalog, or you can simply ask at
your Wincor Nixdorf branch.
When cleaning, make sure that the power plug is disconnected and that
no liquid finds its way into your BEETLE /XL.
About this manual
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Recycling the BEETLE /XL
Recycling
Environmental protection does
not begin when the time comes
to dispose of the BEETLE; it
begins with the manufacturer.
This product was designed
according to our internal norm
“Environmental conscious
product design and development”
Recycling
The modular BEETLE XL POS System is manufactured without the use of
CFCs und CCHS and is produced mainly from reusable components and
materials. The processed plastics can, for the most part, be recycled. Even
the precious metals can be recovered, thus saving energy und costly raw
materials.
Please do not stick labels onto plastic case parts.This would help us to
re-use components and material.
You can protect our environment by only switching on your equipment
when it is actually needed. If possible, even avoid the stand-by-mode as
this wastes energy, too.Also switch your equipment off when you take a
longer break or finish your work.
At this time, there are still some parts that are not reusable.Wincor Nixdorf
guarantees the environmentally safe disposal of these parts in a Recycling
Center, which is certified pursuant to ISO 9001.
So don’t simply throw your BEETLE POS system on the scrap heap when
it has served its time, but take advantage of the environmentally smart,
up-to-date recycling methods!
Please contact your competent branch or the Recycling Center Paderborn
(for european countries) for information on how to return and re-use
devices and disposible materials under the following fax number:
Fax: [phone]
We look forward to your message.
Recycling
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Warranty
Wincor Nixdorf guarantees a limited warranty engagement for 12 months
beginning with the date of delivery.This warranty engagement covers all
those damages which occur despite a normal use of the product.
Damages because of
- improper or insufficient maintenance,
- improper use of the product or unauthorized modifications of the
product,
- inadequate location or surroundings
will not be covered by the warranty.
All parts of the product which are subject to wear and tear are not
included in the warranty engagement.
Recycling
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The individual POS system
Overview
You can connect a large number of peripherals to your modular
BEETLE /XL POS system and thus expand it in a variety of different ways.
You can:
connect a two- or four-line alphanumeric customer display and
a four-line cashier display
use different kinds of scanners, such as distance scanners,
hand-held scanners or stationary scanners
use scales and scanner scales (observe the relevant official
standards)
connect various printers
use POS keyboards with or without swipecard readers
use cash drawers (various types)
connect a monitor and various keyboards
install a LAN card and integrate the BEETLE /XL into a network
connect SNIkey
upgrade the BEETLE /XL (it has room for several AT expansion
cards)
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The individual POS system The illustrations below show you how you can expand your modular POS
system - from connecting SNIkey to integrating it into a network.
BEETLE
Printers
SNIkey
Cash drawers
POS keyboards
Scanners
Monitors
Scales
Keyboards
Cashier and customer displays
BEETLE /XL peripherals
BEETLE/XLinanetwork
The individual POS system
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Before switching on the system
Unpacking and checking that everything is there
Before switching on the system
Unpack the parts and check to see whether the delivery matches the
information on the delivery note.
The carton contains the basic unit, which may be equipped with a network
card, floppy drive, hard disk and VGA card, or a combination of these
components.
If damage has occurred during shipping or if the package contents do not
match the delivery note, inform your Wincor Nixdorf sales outlet
immediately.
We advise you to keep the original packaging in case you
transport the device in future (this protects it against
impact and shock).
Setting up the device
Set up the BEETLE /XL POS system where it will not be exposed to
extreme environmental conditions. Protect the device from vibrations, dust,
moisture, heat and strong magnetic fields.
To ensure that the BEETLE /XL has sufficient ventilation, make sure that
the side ventilation slots are kept clear:
❚Leave at least 100 mm clear to the right of the device.
❚Leave at least 30 mm clear to the left of the device.
The individual POS system Before switching on the system
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The BEETLE /XL is specified for a horizontal mounting. If you install the
system vertically, observe the following:
❚Stand the device with the ventilator side facing upward.
❚To ensure proper ventilation, keep the following minimum spaces
clear above and below the device:
Below: 60 mm
Above: 100 mm
❚A closed area made of nonflammable material (e.g. concrete or
metal) must be located under the vertically mounted BEETLE /XL.
Cabling the BEETLE /XL
Cabling the BEETLE /XL
To install the devices, proceed as follows (in this order):
❚Make sure that the power switch on the front of the housing is set to
“off”(i.e. visibly protruding). To do this, you may have to open the
slide cover first (see the illustration on page GB - 15).
100 mm
60 mm
30
Cabling the BEETLE /XL The individual POS system
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❚If necessary, remove the cable cover.
❚Plug the power cable into the power socket on the BEETLE /XL.
❚Plug the power cable into a mains socket.
❚Plug in and secure the data cables.
Securing the data cables
Secure interface
connectors with
knurled screws using
your fingers.
Secure interface
connectors with
standard screws
using a screwdriver.
After you have done this, cover the cables by mounting the cable cover
(see next page).
Under no circumstances connect data or power cables
when the system is switched on.
The individual POS system Cabling the BEETLE /XL
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