Wincor Nixdorf BEETLE User's Guide

BEETLEBEETLE /MModular POS SystemUser Guide

❚ Never plug in or unplug data communication lines duringthunderstorms.❚ Protect devices from vibrations, dust, moisture and heat.❚ Always dispose of

Additional messagesDecreasing available memoryThis message immediately follows a memoryerror message. The memory chips are faulty.Strike the 7 key to

GlossaryGlossaryBitA bit is a binary digit (0 or 1). It is the smallest unit used in data processing.ControllerServes to control data input and output

Plug and PLay (PnP)PnP means the automatic recognition of hardware components by thesystem. Thus in installation, integration and configuration of new

AbbreviationsAbbreviationsAT Advanced TechnologyATA AT-AttachmentBIOS Basic Input Output SystemCOM Communication PortCPU Central Processing UnitcUL ca

LED Light Emitting DiodeLPT Line PrinterMD Mini DiskMO Magneto OpticalPCI Peripheral Component InterconnectPCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card Intern

IntroductionThe BEETLE /M is the compact, powerful and economical basis foryour POS system.The BEETLE /M conforms to the PC/AT industry standard. Powe

About this manualThis manual describes the modular POS system BEETLE /M with aPentium type processor.This documentation is intended to help you work w

The Appendix contains the most important technical data, a list of possible errormessages, the installation of plug-in cards, a glossary and a list o

Recycling the BEETLE /MEnvironmental protectiondoes not begin when itcomes time to dispose ofthe BEETLE; it begins withthe manufacturer. Thisproduct w

and re-use devices and disposible materials under the following faxnumber:Fax: +49 (0) 5251 8-26709We look forward to your fax.Spare PartsAll spare pa

BEETLE /M - the individual POS SystemOverviewYou can connect a variety of peripherals to your modular POS systemBEETLE /M and thus implement a wide ra

The illustration below shows you how your modular POS system cangrow - from a scanner to integration in a network.BEETLE /M PeripheralsBEETLE /M Perip

BEETLE /M in a networkThe individual POS System BEETLE /M in a networkServerEthernet10 Base TEthernet10 Base TThe individual POS System BEETLE /M in a

Before switching on the SystemUnpacking and checking the SystemUnpack the parts and check to see whether the delivery matches theinformation on the de

Vertically InstallationThe BEETLE/ M is specified for a horizontal mounting. Observe thefollowing if the system still is to be mounted vertically:You

Cabling of the BEETLE /MCabling of the BEETLEFollow the steps below in the order given when installing devices:Make sure that the power switch on the

Securing the data cableSecure interfaceconnectors withknurled screwsmanually.The interfaceconnectorsscrews made ofmetal can besecured with ascrewdrive

Mounting the cable coverThe scope of supply of your BEETLE /M includes a cable cover. Beforemounting the device, you should first remove the cable ope

Connecting to the mains power supplyAll devices belonging to the modular BEETLE /M POS system thathave a separate power cable must be connected to the

Disconnecting cablesDisconnecting cablesNever unplug a cable by pulling on the cable itself; always take hold ofthe actual plug. Follow the procedure

Adjusting the loudspeakerAdjusting the loudspeakerYou can set the volume as desired by means of the volume control onthe back of the POS terminal hous

Connecting peripheralsConnecting peripheralsThe peripherals mentioned here are available as options and are notpart of the basic configuration. A sepa

Keyboard (KYBD)The BEETLE /M has a 6-pin mini-DIN jack for connecting a keyboard.Make sure that the connector is plugged firmly into the socket toprev

Scanners and scales (COM1 - COM4*)Depending on how the system is configured, scanners and scaleswithout an independent power supply are connected to t

BEETLE /MUser GuideEdition April 2000

Customer display (COM2* or COM4*)With the BEETLE /M, and depending on how the system is configured,the customer display is connected to either the COM

MonitorIf a VGA board is installed, you can connect a monitor to theBEETLE /M via the 15-pin D-sub jack on the VGA board. Power issupplied to the moni

Modular printers (V24, LPT1 / 24V, max. 2A)The standard parallel interface LPT1 is intended for connecting aprinter.Appropriate POS printers can also

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BEETLE /M - the componentsOverviewThe following figure shows the outside of the BEETLE /M.LockFloppy disk driveOn/Off switchVentilation slotsLEDsCover

The figure below shows the inside of the BEETLE /M.BEETLE /M - the components OverviewFloppy disk drivePower packHard diskSubmoduleVentilator forPenti

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The BEETLE cardBEETLE CardBEETLE componentsThe BEETLE card, which is a credit-card-sized memory card,optionally provides the BEETLE POS system with a

The various card typesYou can use the following memory cards as standard BEETLE Cards:SRAM card Readable and writeableMASK ROM card ReadableOTPROM car

FLASH EPROM CardData can be written to and erased from these cards electronically.Consequently, they are ideal for data subject to frequent modificati

Pentium© is a registered trademark of Intel CorporationMS-DOS© is a registered trademark of the Microsoft CorporationBEETLE© is a registered trademark

Removing the BEETLE cardIf necessary, firstunlock the cover.Then press theblack ejectionbutton next to theslot. You can nowremove the card.Write prote

Changing the battery for SRAM cardsThe illustrations below show you how to change the battery for thistype of BEETLE card.Changing the battery without

Battery in theholder. Thebattery’s positiveterminal is faceup.Lift the battery upand out.To insert the new battery, follow the steps above in reverse

Floppy disk driveGeneralThe BEETLE /M is equipped with a floppy disk drive for 3.5" disks. TheLED lights up whenever the system accesses the driv

Inserting a diskHold the disk sothat the arrowsymbol is at thetop and pointsaway from you.Now insert thedisk in the driveslot provided. Thedisk has be

CD ROM driveThe BEETLE /M can be equipped with a CD ROM drive, if you wish so.The lockable slider prevents unauthorized access to the disk drive.Open

CPUGeneralThe modular POS system BEETLE /M is supplied with a CPU of thePentium-class. CPUThe CPU comprises a specially developed PC board. In additio

InterfacesThe COM1 interface of the BEETLE /M is designed for connectingstandard peripherals that have a separate power supply. The COM2*,COM3* and CO

Dynamic RAMThe operating system and the application require this memory whilethey are running. The following types are available:Pentium class CPU (wi

Power packPowe r packThe power pack can be connected to all conventional power supplynetworks. It automatically adjusts itself to the particular volta

ContentsManufacturer´s Certification ... 1Tested Safety ...

BatteryBatteryThe battery bridges any power failures and allows a controlledshutdown of the POS programm by means of the appropriate software(see “Sec

Changing the batteryAll batteries have a limited service life. In order to prevent any loss ofdata, we recommend that you charge the battery at least

Change the battery which is placed in the punched tin.Connect the plug to the jack (1) and reinstall the battery plate with thenew battery at the back

Security against power failureIf the battery is used, the BEETLE /M system has another importantfeature.When the power fails, the system remains fully

Changing the BEETLE /M batteryChanging the batteryThe BEETLE /M is equipped on the CPU board with a lithium battery toensure the retention of data, th

The lithium battery must be replaced by the end useronly by identical batteries or types recommended byWincor Nixdorf GmbH.You can return the used bat

Configuration variantsSubmodules for the CPUSubmodulesConfiguration variantsVarious controllers can be plugged in on the CPU. The following is abrief

Installing the submodulesFirst ensure that the device is switched off and that the powerconnector is disconnected.Remove the battery plate (see page 4

Lift up the carrier of the harddisk and the floppy disk drive by looseningthe knurled screw (see drawing) manually or with a screwdriver. Thenpull the

Remove the respective metal cover at the backside of yourBEETLE /M by removing the screws with a socket wrench. Then bringthe socket through the reces

Network ...24Modular printers (V24, LPT1 / 24V, max. 2

AT plug-in cardsAll standard ISA and PCI cards can be used in the BEETLE /M. AT plug-in cardsBEETLE inhouse controllerThe BEETLE Inhouse Controller (B

Installing an expansion cardFirst ensure that the device is switched off and that the powerconnector is disconnected.Please proceed as described in th

Following this, mount the POS housing again. The mains connectorcan now be reconnected and the device switched on.Expansion cards with electrostatical

Change of the harddiskChange of the harddiskTo change the hard disk open your BEETLE /M as described in thechapter “Installing the submodules”. Pull o

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SoftwareThis chapter provides a brief overview of the operating system and aseries of programs developed by Wincor Nixdorf GmbH to enable yourBEETLE /

Application programsApplication programs are available for the BEETLE /M that meetretail-specific requirements. For more information, contact the Winc

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Starting up the systemThe configuration label shows you the equipment included in yourmodular BEETLE /M POS system. A sample is contained in theAppend

The following media can be assigned a drive:Starting up the system Start and runup behaviour❚ Disk❚ BEETLE card❚ Network❚ Hard diskThe logical drives

AT plug-in cards ... 52BEETLE inhouse controller...

If the POS system does not find a disk or a BEETLE card in drive A:, itautomatically continues the loading process from drive C:.If drive A: contains

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BIOS setupBIOS setup can be used to restore or reset the configuration parametersof your BEETLE POS system. The features of your POS system aredisplay

The menu entries below are intended to serve as examples. If in doubt,refer to the configuration sticker.BIOS setupWhen SETUP is called, first the Cop

In this and subsequent examples, the numeric keys (8), (2), (6), (4), (5)and (7) have the following meanings:(8) Prev (Previous) The cursor is positio

The hard disks can be configurated automatically in SETUP. Thenecessary parameters are read from the hard disk and stored in theCMOS RAM. Your POS sys

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NotesNote 1The PIO mode in the mask “HD Transfer Mode”indicates the chosen datatransfer mode for the hard disk. You can set a value between “0" a

Please mind the following procedure for handling the hard disk:Generally you should configurate your hard disk with the setting “AUTO”(automatical con

Manufacturer´s CertificationThe device complies with the requirements of the EECdirective 89/336/EEC with regard to ‘Electromagneticcompatibilily"

A further menu shows you, for example, the memory configuration:XMS stands for extended memory specification (above a memory capacityof 1 Mb).It is po

With power management you can save energy when your system is offtime. When “No” is set, the CPU operates with maximum speed, i.e. at fullpower. If “Y

The time interval for deactivating the hard disk can be set separately (OFFand 60 minutes).If HD Timer is set to “60 min”, the hard disk is deactivate

The next mask can be used to enter displays (OPERATOR for the cashierdisplay or VGA for the monitor).At the end of SETUP you will see the following ma

With the plug&play functionality the installed components aredetected and initialized automatically, if these componentssupport plug&play. Set

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AppendixTechnical data for the BEETLE /MFootprintWidth 280 mmDepth (including cable cover) 350 mmTotal height 137 mmWeight approx. 7 kgClimatic catego

CPUTechnical dataAppendixMicroprocessor Pentium classArchitecture AT-compatible board with expansion optionsfor POS-specific functional unitsMain memo

(1)= The total current consumption of all of the live serial interfaces mustnot exceed 900 mA (maximum 600 mA at 12 V per COM* interface; maxi-mum 300

LAN controller (Ethernet)SVGA/LAN controllerWith the exception that the RAM of the LAN controler offers 16 KB, all theparameters are the same as for t

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to causeharmful interference in which case the user will be required to correctthe interfe

What to do if...What to do if...Often when your modular BEETLE /M POS system is not functioningcorrectly, it is unnecessary to call the Service Depart

Brightness set dark Adjust brightness by the brightness controll. For details consult themanual provided with the monitor.Power cable or Monitor cabl

The configuration labelThe configuration labelHere is an example of the label which can differ in accordance to thefeatures of your POS system. Normal

Power On Self Test (POST)POSTAs standard the Phoenix POST is used, which monitors the functioning ofthe standard PC AT components of the master board.

MS-DOS Critical ErrorsError Code Meaning0 Attempt to write on write-protected disk1 Unknown unit2 Drive not ready3 Unknown command4 CRC data error5 In

Output of MS-DOS system error messagesMS-DOS system error messagesAll system error messages are displayed on the cashier display ormonitor. The messag

POST extended error messagesTest type Test Message Error no.Cashier display 1 DATE ERROR 1ADDRESS ERROR 2Customer display 2 TEST POS LCD not applicabl

Phoenix BIOS POST and Start MessagesMessage Possible Cause RemedyDiskette drive fail Diskette adapter failure Check adapterDiskette drive B: failureDr

Message Possible cause RemedyKeyboard controller failureFailure of firmware of thekeyboard controllerCheck keyboard controllerKeyboard stuck key failu

Message Possible causeRemedyNot a boot diskette -strike 7 to retry bootDiskette in drive A: notformatted or start not possibleReplace diskette and reb