How long to install a credit card reader in a vending machine?

 Want to know how long it takes to install a credit card reader in a vending machine? Answer: Installing a credit card reader takes about….. 30 mins to 1 hour per machine, including testing.

Let’s break down the process using this step by step guide:

Turn off the Machine:
Open the vending machine and turn it off at the mains to ensure safety and prevent electrical mishaps. This is during installation.
Drill the Holes or remove the Note reader Plate . Using 10mm long socket and wrench.:
Tape the flange plate or remove the Flange plate first at the front of the vending machine where you want the card reader to go.
Securely tape it in place and then drill holes through the plate.
These holes will be used to screw the card reader in place during mounting.

Mount the Reader:
Use a screwdriver or a 1omm socket and wrench to mount the credit card reader on the inside of the vending machine.
The screws/nuts holding the card reader should go on the interior side of the machine.

Position the Card reader main unit inside the door and Antenna… run lead to top of the door : Place the receiver inside the machine. If it’s magnetic, stick it against an inside wall towards the top, as high as you can.
Ensure that the receiver’s antenna is closer to the top of the machine door or the main body of the machine to receive a strong signal ( This gives it a Ground plane for better signal reception and sending data.

Connect the Wiring:
Connect the MDB/DEX cable to the appropriate port on the receiver.
Next, connect the other end of the MDB/DEX cable to the vending machine’s NOTE acceptor if your going to use it …but really make your vending machine a totally “CASHLESS Vending Machine.”

WHY you ask…Cashless Technology enables your customers…the consumers of your vending machine to use their Mastercard, Visa or American Express cards to make a purchase from a vending machine using Credit or Debit Cards. This type of Cashless Vending Technology does not require PIN or signature and therefore creates a quick and easy experience for your consumers on the go! Make your machine a CASHLESS Vending Machine

This cable runs to the machine’s control board.
Finally, connect the network cable to the card reader.

Turn on the Vending Machine:
Close the machine and turn it on to test whether the card reader works.
Give it a couple of minutes for the card reader to initialize and boot up.
Soon, a welcome prompt will ask users to insert their tap, insert, or swipe cards.

Remember, this investment not only does it enhance your customer experience: but also streamlines your vending operations with NOT having to collect money, count money or bank the money…which takes the effort, petrol and time to. Having CASHLESS Vending Machines will save you lots of time and money.

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