Sharp Barcode Reader XE-A507 Leaflet

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XE-A507 Quick Start Guide
For safe use of the register, be sure to read the precautions, etc. in the instruction manual.
The following describes how to get the cash register ready for operation. Follow these steps before using the cash register for the first time.
Place the cash register on a stable, flat surface not subject to direct sunlight.
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Connecting the Barcode Scanner
A barcode scanner is provided with the cash register. To use the scanner, connect the scanner before turning on the register. 
COM1
Insert the connector of the barcode scanner into the Scanner port (COM1), and tighten both screws on the connector.
CAUTION:  • Always unplug the power cord of the cash register when you connect or disconnect the barcode scanner.
• The Scanner port is COM1. Never connect devices other than the barcode scanner. Otherwise 
malfunction of the cash register will occur.
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Initializing the Cash Register and Basic Programming
 
Initializing the Cash Register
For your register to operate properly, you must initialize it before 
programming for the first time. Follow this procedure.
1. Remove the register from its packing carton.
2. Insert the plug into the AC outlet.
IMPORTANT: This operation must be performed without batteries loaded.
Never install the batteries into the register before initializing it. Before 
you start operating the register, you must first initialize it, then install 
two new alkaline batteries LR6 (“AA” size) on the register. Otherwise, 
distorted memory contents and malfunction of the register will occur.
 
Language Selection
1.  Display the “Language Selection” after turning on the power.
2.  Press the numeric key for the number of your language.
After selecting the language, the register is initialized.
According to the displayed instruction, perform the setting.
 
Setting the Date and Time
1.  Display the “DATE/TIME setting”.
2.  Enter the date in 6 digits. For example, enter “060511” for 
June 5, 2011.
3.  Press the 
I
 key to select the time setting.
4.  Enter the time in 4 digits. For example, enter “1430” for 2:30pm.
5.  Press the 
A
 key to set the date and time.
 
Setting the Tax Rate
1.  Select the tax number (1 to 4) to set the tax rate.
2.  Enter the tax rate in 7 digits (leading zeros may be omitted). 
For example, press the “7” key to set 7%.
3.  To set the second and later tax rates, press the 
I
 key.
4.  Press the 
A
 key to set the tax rate.
For details, refer to “INSTRUCTION MANUAL”.
 
Setting the Mode Pass Code
1.  Select the mode to set the pass code using the 
F
 or 
I
 keys.
2.  Enter the code in 4 digits using the numeric keys.
3.  Press the 
A
 key to set the mode pass code.
If no pass code is set, press the
 
A
 key.
 
Setting the Manager Pass Code
1.  Enter the code in 4 digits using the numeric keys.
2.  Press the 
A
 key to set the manager pass code.
If no pass code is set, press the
 
A
 key.
 
Setting the Receipt Logo
1.  To change the default logo text, press the 
D
 key to delete the 
texts in each line. 
Enter the text using the character keys to print on the receipt.
2.  Press the 
A
 key to set the receipt logo.
If no receipt logo is set, press the
 
A
 key.
<Text entry method>
There are two ways for programming text; using character keys on 
the keyboard or entering character codes with numeric keys on the 
keyboard. You can enter characters according to the small figures 
printed in the lower position of the numeric keys. For the layout, 
please refer to “Keyboard Layout”.
For example to enter “A”, press the 8 key. To enter “B”, press the 8 
key twice.
NOTE
• For details of the receipt logo, refer to “INSTRUCTION MANUAL”.
• The HELP function instructs you how to set the logo message. After
select the HELP menu, enter “4” to print the guidance messages.
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Installing Batteries
Batteries must be installed in the cash 
register to prevent data and programmed 
contents from being lost from the memory 
in case of accidental disconnection of the 
AC cord or power failure.
Please install two new LR6 (“AA” size)  
batteries before programming and 
operating the cash register.
1.  Remove the printer cover.
2.  Open the battery cover next to the 
paper roll cradle.
3.  Install two new LR6 (“AA” size) 
batteries.
4.  Close the battery cover.
5.  Replace the printer cover.