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J2 625 Integrated Touch Screen Computer System Manual June 2012
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 2 Copyright © 2012 J2 Retail Systems Ltd All rights reserved Change history Version 0.0 Release June 7, 2012 Version 0.1 Release June 15, 2012
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 3Contents Overview ............................................................................................................................ 6 Specifications J2 625 ......................................................................................................... 8 J2 625 Integrated Touch Screen Computer .................................................................. 10I/O Ports ........................................................................................................................ 10Off / On Button ............................................................................................................. 10Hard Disks .................................................................................................................... 10Touch Screen ................................................................................................................ 11System Board ................................................................................................................ 12J2 625 Display ............................................................................................................... 12Secondary Video Port ................................................................................................... 13Ethernet Connection ...................................................................................................... 13Serial ports .................................................................................................................... 14USB Ports ...................................................................................................................... 16Audio ............................................................................................................................. 16Power Supply ................................................................................................................ 17+12VDV Power Out ..................................................................................................... 17Cash Drawer Ports ........................................................................................................ 17CMOS Clear .................................................................................................................. 19Mini PCI-E .................................................................................................................... 19Memory SODIMM(s) ................................................................................................... 20Typical Power Consumption J2 625 ............................................................................. 20 Service .............................................................................................................................. 21Removing the Head from the Base ............................................................................... 21Removing the Power Supply ........................................................................................ 22VESA Mounting ........................................................................................................... 23Removing the Back Cover ............................................................................................ 24Changing the System Board .......................................................................................... 25Adding Memory ............................................................................................................ 26 BIOS Setting .................................................................................................................... 27Main Screen .................................................................................................................. 27System Information ....................................................................................................... 27Advanced Screen .......................................................................................................... 28Boot Configuration ....................................................................................................... 28Power Configuration ..................................................................................................... 29COM Power and LCD Brightness Configuration ......................................................... 29Security Screen ............................................................................................................. 30Boot Screen ................................................................................................................... 30Exit Screen .................................................................................................................... 31Phoenix Secure Core Tiano BIOS ................................................................................ 31
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 4Device Drivers ................................................................................................................. 31 OPOS Drivers .................................................................................................................. 31 J2 625 Configuration Utility .......................................................................................... 32Installation ..................................................................................................................... 32Main .............................................................................................................................. 32Power-On Hours ........................................................................................................... 33Power Cycles ................................................................................................................ 33Dim Timeout ................................................................................................................. 33Dim Brightness ............................................................................................................. 34Update MCU Firmware ................................................................................................ 35MCU Option ................................................................................................................. 36 DimWake ......................................................................................................................... 37Installation ..................................................................................................................... 37 J2 Health .......................................................................................................................... 38Installation ..................................................................................................................... 38Tray Icon ....................................................................................................................... 38Logging to File .............................................................................................................. 39Registry Entries ............................................................................................................. 40J2 Remote Monitoring Software ................................................................................... 40 SMI BIOS Info Utility .................................................................................................... 41Installation ..................................................................................................................... 41Operations ..................................................................................................................... 41 Cash Drawer Test Utility ................................................................................................ 42Installation ..................................................................................................................... 42Operation ....................................................................................................................... 42 J2 Virtual Serial Ports Drivers ...................................................................................... 44 J2 625 Options ................................................................................................................. 45 MSR .................................................................................................................................. 45Overview ....................................................................................................................... 45Installing the 625 MSR ................................................................................................. 46 Customer Display ............................................................................................................ 48Overview ....................................................................................................................... 48 Secondary Video Display ................................................................................................ 49 Optional Wall Mount Bracket ....................................................................................... 50
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 5Fingerprint Reader / MSR ............................................................................................. 51 iButton / MSR .................................................................................................................. 51 625 UPS ............................................................................................................................ 51 RFID ................................................................................................................................. 51 Pole Mount Options ........................................................................................................ 51 Contact Information ....................................................................................................... 52European Office ............................................................................................................ 52USA Office ................................................................................................................... 52Australian Office ........................................................................................................... 52Website ......................................................................................................................... 52
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 6 The J2 625 is a new generation of integrated touch screen Point of Sale computer based on the Intel Atom dual core Cedarview processors. This integrated touch screen computer, like other J2 designs, features an -in-the- , and it also offers the versatility to be used as a counter top unit; or as a wall-mount or pole-mounted terminal. Using the same J2 packaging design as other J2 products the J2 625 offers same features the very successful J2 615 but with newer faster electronics and easier service and the same price point. The J2 625 uses the latest Intel Atom dual core Cedarview processors, the 1.86GHz D2550. Combining this with the Intel NM10 chipset provides excellent performance capable of running most POS applications with a very low carbon foot print, all at a competitive and attractive low price. Even with its small foot print the J2 625 is incredibly feature rich. It comes standard with 2GB of memory, and offers a choice of either a 160GB hard drive or 16GB solid state drive (or other capacities HDD/SSD). Built standard with four serial ports, six USB ports, video output, audio in/out, gigabit Ethernet, +12V output, as well as other built in peripherals (like MSR, customer display and more) the J2 625 will perfectly satisfy most POS application requirements. The J2 625 is available with your choice of either a zero bezel resistive touch screen or a multi-touch projected capacitive touch screen. The new zero bezel five-wire resistive touch screen provides the same quick response and feel of a resistive touch screen traditionally used in the POS market. The new projective capacitive touch screen option can be used in environments where multi-touch and gesturing are required, for example, such as when using the new Windows 8 operating system. The J2 625 is designed to require little or no maintenance. The convection cooled fan-less design means it can be used in very harsh environments. High dust, grease or sea air will not affect its operation. High temperatures are also not a problem. With a quick access HDD/SDD slot, a drive can be changed in just seconds if needed. The unit can be fully disassembled and assembled in just a few minutes by just removing a few screws. The J2 625 supports the standard Microsoft operating systems: Windows 7, POSReady 7, Windows 7 Embedded, XP, POSReady 2009 and XP embedded, as well as the soon-to-be-released Windows 8. The J2 625 is equally proficient with the many flavors of Linux.
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J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 8 Specifications J2 625 CPU and Chipset Processor Dual Core Intel Atom D2550 1.86GHz with 1MB Cache, 4 threads with Integrated GMA 3650 Graphics controller Chipset I/O NM10 Memory 2 X DDR3 SO-DIMM, 4GB max, 2GB standard, 1067MHz External Ports Serial Ports 4 RS-232 RJ45 with power +12V BIOS controlled USB Ports 6 USB 2.0, 5 in cable well 1 on side of unit Ethernet 10/100/1000 MHz Ethernet port with status LEDs on connector Cash Drawer Ports 1 RJ11 support 2 cash drawers +24V and +12V, Dual status lines Secondary Video Display Port with DVI, HDMI and VGA support +12 Power +12 Volt power out for secondary video display or other device Audio Combo Audio Jack for headset or headset with microphone Internal I/O Storage One 3Gb/s SATA Port onboard, slide in/out HDD or SSD LCD Panel 15 inch 1024 x 768 250cd/m2 panel Touch Screen Resistive True Flat or Projective Capacitive with Multi-touch and gesturing USB 3 onboard USB ports for optional devices, MSR, Wi-Fi, PCT MSR Onboard microcontroller of MSR on PS2 Mini PCI-Express Mini PCI Express slot for 802.11 b/g/n WiFi card and other functions Optional Peripherals MSR 3 Track iButton Dallas Key iButton Fingerprint Reader USB Digital Persona Fingerprint Reader RFID 125KHz RFID USB 2-in-1 MSR 3 track / Finger Print 2-in-1 MSR 3 track / iButton Second Display 4:3 displays, with or without touch Customer Display 2x20 VFD or 2x20 LCM UPS J2 Micro UPS 30minute run time or J2 Universal UPS with 2.5 hour run time Wireless 802.11 b/g/n Mini PCI Express card with internal antennas PoweredUSB HUB External PoweredUSB Hub with 1 +24V, 7 +12V PoweredUSB and 6 powered serial ports and optional internal UPS
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 9Environmental Operating Temp. 0-45c EMI CE / FCC Class A Safety LVD external adaptor UL c/us, CE, TUV, others Dust & Water IP 64 front of unit, IP 54 whole unit Power 100-240V 50-60Hz 19VDC 65 watts power supply Weight 8kg Dimensions With base attached: 37x28x 13.8
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 10 I/O Ports Most I/O ports are accessible in the cable well at the bottom of the unit. Cables are routed though the cable channel in the swing arm base. (See Cable Routing) I/O Panel Off / On Button The Off /On button is located in the cable well, as shown below. This button is located near the side to prevent accidental powering down by the user. The function of the button can be controlled by the OS. If the J2 625 hangs for some reason it can always be powered off by holding the Off /On button in for six seconds. The J2 625 also supports the following: Restore on AC on power loss, Wake On LAN, and Wake On RTC alarm features to control the system power up. The setting for these features is controlled from the BIOS. Off / On Button Location Hard Disks One 2.5 inch SATA hard drive (HDD) or a solid state drive (SSD) are standard with the J2 625. The SATA interface can support data transfer rates up to 3.0 GB/s. The J2 625 offers standard either a 160GB HDD or 16GB SSD, but can be ordered with other size HDD or SSD as well. See J2 for details.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 11The HDDs can easily be accessed by removing a panel on the left side of the unit. HDDs can be installed or removed in seconds by removing one screw. A carrying tray fits onto a drive without tools. The drive can now easily be slid in or out of the drive bay using the pull tab on the drive dray. HDD access panel HDD slide in-slide out drive bay Touch Screen The J2 625 can be ordered with two different touch screen technologies, PCT or TFR. The PCT unit uses a multi-touch Projected Capacitive Technology touch screen. The PCT touch screen has no known failure mode-- tempered glass and does not reduce the brightness of the J2 625 panel. When operating in a very high use environment, the PCT is the recommended touch screen technology. The PCT touch screen will work with most gloves and stylus that are designed to work with tablet computers, and the screen has a smooth glass surface that is reflective. The TFR uses a five-wire true flat (zero bezel) resistive touch screen rated at 35 million touches per point. The resistive technology is very responsive and is the traditional choice for a hospitality POS system. The screen has an anti-reflective plastic film surface. Both screens are fully spill proof, dust proof, and can be cleaned with a standard glass cleaner. The J2 625 touch screen was designed to easily be changed, normally in less than two minutes. Depending on operating environment and usage, both the Resistive and PCT touch screens have strengths and weaknesses; therefore J2 offers both touch screen technologies on the J2 625 unit, providing our customers with a choice for any application requirement.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 12System Board POS computers typically have a lifespan of 10 years or longer, therefore product quality is of the utmost importance. J2 625 electronics are built with high-end components to ensure reliability and long lasting product performance. The system board is designed for quick replacement, with just a few screws and cables to unplug. The board can be swapped out in less than three minutes. J2 625 System board J2 625 Display The J2 625 offers 15 inch 1024 x 768 resolution display with 16.2 Million colors, CCFL backlight with 4:3 aspect ratio screen. The brightness is rated at 250cd/m2. The Intel controller allows for the display to be rotated to 0, 90, 180 or 270 degrees without loss of performance. The driver can also scale the display resolution so that it can work properly with applications written for 800x600 resolutions. The J2 625 electronics also supports dimming, and can be controlled directly by Windows 7 or 8, or with J2 supplied utilities for Windows XP. Dimming levels between 10-100% are supported. A hardware auto dimming feature is built-in to ensure the longest backlight life and to also provide the lowest power usage.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 13Secondary Video Port The J2 625 supports the newer digital video standard Display Port connector. This connector supports a Display Port monitor, HDMI display, DVI or VGA monitor. When used with HMDI or DVI displays, a passive adaptor cable must be used. When using a VGA display, an active adaptor is to be used. With HDMI display Audio, support is provided via the same HMDI cable. The secondary video displays can be configured as Twin, Intel Dual Display Clone, or Extended Desktop. Most all monitor resolutions from 640 x 480, up to 2560 x 1600 are supported. DisplayPort Video Port Ethernet Connection The J2 625 uses the Realtek RTL8111 Gigabit Ethernet controller. The Ethernet connector is located in the cable well, as shown below. The Ethernet controller supports Wake on LAN, and the BIOS supports a PXE boot ROM as well. There is a LED on the LAN connector, this Green LED light turns on when there is LAN activity. Ethernet Connector
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 14Serial ports The J2 625 unit has four external RS232 serial ports, all of which can supply +12V power. The serial ports use a ten pin RJ45 connector. The unit comes standard with four serial cables, three 25cm (10 RJ45 to DB9 adapter cables, and one 152cm (5 RJ45 to DB25 serial printer cable that works with EPSON and EPSON compatible printers. All serial (COM) ports can be BIOS-enabled to provide +12Vpower to external devices. This power is supplied via pin 10 of the RJ45 which corresponds to pin 9 on the DB9 adaptor. The maximum current per port is 1 amp, with a total maximum external loading on the +12V of 3 amps. A set of stick-on color coded labels are supplied with the cable adaptors, so that the cables can be marked. This makes it easy to plug the cable back into the correct port, should you need to service the unit. Serial Ports BIOS Setting Serial Port(s) Power Enable
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 15 RJ45 to DB9 J2 Adaptor Cable Pin-Out when using CAT5/6 Cable The J2 Cable Adaptor (supplied) RJ45 to DB25 J2 Serial Pinter Cable Pin-out when using 8 wire CAT5/6 cable Epson or Epson compatible serial printer cable RJ45-10 Pin DB9 Signal RJ45- 8 Pin DB9 Signal Pin 1 --- --- --- --- --- Pin 2 Pin 1 DCD Pin 1 Pin 1 DCD Pin 3 Pin 6 DSR Pin 2 Pin 6 DSR Pin 4 Pin 2 RD Pin 3 Pin 2 RD Pin 5 Pin 7 RTS Pin 4 Pin 7 RTS Pin 6 Pin 3 SD Pin 5 Pin 3 SD Pin 7 Pin 8 CTS Pin 6 Pin 8 CTS Pin 8 Pin 4 DTR Pin 7 Pin 4 DTR Pin 9 Pin 5 GND Pin 8 Pin 5 GND Pin 10 Pin 9 RI --- --- --- RJ45-10 Pin Signal DB25 Signal RJ45- 8 Pin Signal DB25 Signal Pin 1 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- Pin 2 DCD --- --- Pin 1 DCD --- --- Pin 3 DSR Pin 20 DTR Pin 2 DSR Pin 20 DTR Pin 4 RD Pin 2 SD Pin 3 RD Pin 2 SD Pin 5 RTS Pin 5 CTS Pin 4 RTS Pin 5 CTS Pin 6 SD Pin 3 RD Pin 5 SD Pin 3 RD Pin 7 CTS Pin 4 RTS Pin 6 CTS Pin 4 RTS Pin 8 DTR Pin 6 DSR Pin 7 DTR Pin 6 DSR Pin 9 GND Pin 7 GND Pin 8 GND Pin 7 GND Pin 10 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 16USB Ports The J2 625 has 6 external and 3 internal USB 2.0 ports. The 6 external ports (see below) are located in the cable well with one the side of the unit for easy access. The 3 internal ports are used for different functions, such as using a PCT touch screen, Finger Print reader and/or other peripherals. USB Ports Side USB Port Audio The J2 625 uses the VIA1708B HD audio controller. There is one internal speaker. A combo microphone jack and headset jack are located in the cable well of the J2 625, as seen below, which allows for the connection of a microphone and headset, or audio out to other devices. Audio out is also supported on the DisplayPort when used with a HDMI monitor. Audio Jack Location
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 17Power Supply The J2 625 uses a notebook-type power supply that is mounted in the base of the unit. The power supply is rated with an output of 65 watts 18.5 VDC 3.5 Amps, and has an input rating of 100-240VAC at 50~60Hz 1.7Amps maximum. The power supply has an efficiency rating V. The power supply connector is a standard notebook locking type that plugs into the system power input connector, located in the cable well. Power Input connector +12VDV Power Out The J2 625 has a fused power out connector that supplies a total of 12VDC, up to 2amp. The power supply connector is a standard notebook locking type that plugs into the system power input connector, located in the cable well, seen below Power Output connector Cash Drawer Ports The J2 625 is equipped with one Cash Drawer port that can support one or two drawers. This port is located in the cable well, and uses the industry standard RJ-11 connector and pin-out (illustrated below). Cash Drawer Ports
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 186 1 Cash Drawer 1 Pin Assignment Pin Signal 1 GND 2 CD1 SOLENOID 3 STATUS / STATUS CD1 4 24V 5 CD2 SOLENOID 6 GND / STATUS CD2 The application may address the Cash Drawer port in two ways: 1) Using the J2-supplied OPOS drivers for Windows. 2) Direct access to the I/O ports Cash Drawer Controller Register The Cash Drawer Controller use one I/O address to control the Cash Drawer. Register Location: 48Ch Attribute: Read / Write Size: 8bit BIT BIT7 BIT6 BIT5 BIT4 BIT3 BIT2 BIT1 BIT0 Attribute Read Reserved Write Reserved 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 X X X X Reserved Cash Drawer 1 fire Cash Drawer 2 fire Reserved Cash Drawer 1 status Cash Drawer 2 status s on the one RJ-11 is the same as is used on Epson printers.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 19CMOS Clear The J2 625 CMOS can be cleared by unplugging the system board CMOS battery for 30 seconds before plugging it back in. CMOS Battery Mini PCI-E The onboard Mini PCI Express connector is normally used for the optional internal 802.11b/g/n wireless LAN card. Mounting Screw
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 20Memory SODIMM(s) The J2 625 supports two SODIMM DDR3 memory sockets. The unit comes standard with 2GB of main memory and can support up to a maximum of 4GB. The memory type is DDR3 800/1066. Typical Power Consumption J2 625
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 21 Removing the Head from the Base The 625 is shipped with a counter top base which allows for the head to be adjusted from 0-90°. To remove the integrated head from the base, fully loosen the thumbscrew located on the back of the unit under the hinge of the counter top base, as shown below. Then lift the head as illustrated: Loosen Thumb Screw Slide Head up to remove
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 22 Removing the Power Supply The power supply is normally located in the counter top base. When using a wall mount bracket or the J2 UPS, the power supply would be external from the unit. To remove the power supply from the base, two screws needs to be removed as shown. Screw locations
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 23VESA Mounting The 625 unit also supports the industry standard 100mm VESA mounting. The same mounting hard point used for the counter top base is used for VESA mounting. The four point that thread holes for 4mm screws. 100mm VESA Pattern Threaded Mounting point(s), 4mm screw
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 24Removing the Back Cover The following steps show how to disassemble the 625 for servicing: On a clean, protected surface, place the unit screen-side down. Remove the four cover screws as shown. Carefully lift the back cover as shown. Remove four screws where shown Carefully tilt up the back cover to remove Note: The 625 was designed so that the internals of the unit could be accessed without having to remove the mounting base or the mounting bracket of the unit.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 25Changing the System Board *Special Note: An anti-static workplace with proper grounding is required when changing the System Board. First remove the back cover. Then remove the 3 screws hold the drive cage in place and remove it. Then remove the 5 screw hold the system board in place. Unplug all cables going to the system board. Remove board. (see photo below) Three screws to remove System Board
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 26 Adding Memory Note: An anti-static workplace with proper grounding is required when adding memory. Remove the back cover. You can now access the two memory sockets. The top memory socket must be populated. The memory SODIMM can be installed or removed without removing the HDD cage. The J2 625 supports up to 4GB of memory in two sockets. The unit comes standard with 2GB of main memory and can support up to a maximum of 4GB. The memory type is DDR3 800/1066. Memory sockets
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 27 Main Screen The main BIOS allows for the display of system information, keyboard boot options, and the setting of the time and date. The time and date may also be set via the operating system. System Information The J2 625 BIOS has a system information screen that displays useful system information, including the serial number of the unit. This information may also be accesed via DMI utilities. Note: This version of the new Phoenix BIOS does not have a screen shot utility yet. Please excuse the poor quality of the screen pictures. These will be replaced once the screen shot utility is available.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 28Advanced Screen The Advance Screen allows for a number of BIOS options to be accessed. Please use care in changing these options, as some settings can cause the system to malfunction. These options are provided to offer maximum flexibility in configuring the J2 625. The Item Specific Help (seen on the right hand side of the screen) explains each option. Boot Configuration
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 29Power Configuration The power configuration option allows for changing the behavior of the unit when it is powered up; it also enables changing the auto power-up feature. COM Power and LCD Brightness Configuration This BIOS screen allows the enabling of the power for the serial ports, and changing the default brightness setting for the LCD screen. The LCD screen brightness can also be set via the Windows OS.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 30Security Screen The Security Screen is used to set BIOS accessed passwords. Boot Screen The boot priority order can be set with the Boot Screen. Keys are used to view or configure devices: Use up and down arrows to select a device. A plus and minus moves the device up or down in the list. A shift plus the number 1 enables or disables the device. boot list.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 31Exit Screen The exit screen allows for the saving, discarding or loading of the default BIOS settings. These functions can also be performed any time using the F9 and F10 key. Phoenix Secure Core Tiano BIOS The J2 625 uses the new Phoenix Secure Core Tiano BIOS. More information about this new UEFI BIOS came be found at the following web link. http://www.phoenix.com/pages/phoenix-securecore-tiano-tm All device drivers for the J2 625 can be downloaded from the J2 web site at: http://support.j2rs.com/625/ Installation instructions are included with each driver. J2 supports OPOS drivers for the following J2 625 peripherals: 1: Cash Drawer(s) 2: LCM 2X20 character customer display 3: MSR Reader The driver and documentation can be downloaded from: http://support.j2rs.com/Utilities/OPOS/
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 32 The J2 625 incorporates a microcontroller (MCU) that supports a number of system functions. These include auto LCD backlight dimming, power LED control, power-on timer, and power cycle counter. The J2 625 Configuration Utility allows for the configuration of options and for reading the current values of these various functions. Installation The utility can be downloaded from the J2 web site: http://support.j2rs.com/625/utilities/ To install, simply unzip anywhere and run setup. Like other J2 utilities it can be uninstalled though the Windows control panel. Main The main screen displays the following: the current version of firmware, the power on count (in hours), a list of the number of power cycles, and the dim timeout setting and dim brightness settings. ( shown below):.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 33Power-On Hours The MCU uses an internal timer to keep track of how many total hours the J2 625 has been up and running in its lifetime. This number shows powered-up hours only, not the powered but off/standby time. The accuracy of this timer is only about +/- 5% and is to be used as an approximate number. The value is stored in the MCU internal EEPROM. Power Cycles The MCU tracks the total number of times the unit has been powered off and on in the power cycle counter. The count is stored in the MCU EEPROM and is used for diagnostic purposes. The power-on and power cycles can only be changed at the factory. Dim Timeout This value is the amount of time the MCU waits if there is no touch activity before dimming the screen. This same function is built into Windows 7 and Windows 8 drivers, and should be used rather than the J2 625 hardware dimming. But for older operating systems (such as XP) the J2 625 hardware dimming default should be used. The default value for the hardware dim timeout is six minutes, but can be changed with this utility from any value from 0-255 minutes. Note: a value of zero will disable the hardware auto dimming function. Once the dim timeout is reached the LCD screen will dim to the value set in Dim Brightness. Any touch of the screen, such as MSR read, iButton read or keyboard activity that changes the keyboard LED status will take the J2 625 out of auto dim mode. This is all done via hardware, and no software drivers need to be loaded. If it is required, the J2 Dim Wake driver should be loaded if other activity is required to take the J2 625 out of auto dim. This driver is described in the Dim Wake section of this manual.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 34Dim Brightness The brightness level that the screen dims to when auto dim is active is controlled by the Dim Brightness setting. This utility is used to change this value whose default value is 10%. The possible range is from 5-95%, in 5% increments. Note: Dimming is important for a few reasons: one is to lower the total power consumption of the unit; another would be to prolong the LCD screen backlight LED life.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 35Update MCU Firmware This tab is used to update the MCU firmware when necessary. This may be to add a new feature or function to the MSR/iButton. J2 will supply a firmware file for this when required. Use the Select Flash Firmware File to start the update, as shown below. This will let you browse for the correct file.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 36Once the hex file has been selected, touch the Program Flash Firmware button to start firmware update. The utility will now update the MCU firmware. It will first write the memory then verify it. Do not turn off the J2 625 power when updating. MCU Option This tab is only used for factory programming and verification of the MCU option fuses. It will display the current value of the MCU option fuse (note that end-users normally would not use this feature).
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 37 DimWake is a very small and simple utility that loads on any Windows OS, but normally is only used with variations of the XP operating system (like XP Pro, POSReady 2009, WEPOS, or XP Embedded). The DimWake program is used to take the J2 625 out of auto dim mode. The hardware can only take the system out of dimming by either a touch of the touch screen, MSR read, iButton read, or keyboard activity that changes the keyboard LED status. Sometimes it is desirable for other events to take the system out of dim mode, like a mouse movement. The DimWake program provides this function. Installation The utility can be downloaded from the J2 web site: http://support.j2rs.com/625/utilities/ To install just unzip anywhere and run setup. Like other J2 utilities it can be uninstalled through the Windows control panel. Once having installed DimWake, you will need to reboot the system for it to take effect. DimWake will then be running in the background. Once installed and running - any mouse, keyboard or high CPU activity (like playing a video) will bring hardware auto dimming out of dimming mode, or prevent it from going in to dimming. This combination of hardware auto dimming and DimWake provides that same function to XP, as comes standard with Windows 7 and Windows 8. When using Windows 7 or 8 it is best to use the built-in dimming feature.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 38 J2 has a standard program that works with all its POS products, called J2 Health. This program is used in either a standalone mode or in conjunction with J2 remote monitor/asset tracking software. The J2 Health program monitors different aspects of the POS hardware to ensure the hardware is running within specification. For the J2 625 it monitors critical system voltages, as well as system and CPU temperatures. Installation The utility can be downloaded from the J2 web site: http://support.j2rs.com/Utilities/Health/ To install just unzip anywhere and run setup. Like other J2 utilities it can be uninstalled through the Windows control panel. Tray Icon Once installed and the system has rebooted, J2 Health will be running in the background. The J2 health icon will appear in the task bar tray: Right-clicking on this icon displays different Health options, shown below: The current health values will display by clicking A sample screen is shown below:
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 39 As can be seen above, when running on the J2 625 the J2 Health program displays critical system voltages and system and CPU Core temperatures. For other J2 POS systems, J2 Health may display more or less information. An example would be the J2 625 unit, which in addition to the above information would also display the fan speed of the two J2 625 fans. Logging to File The J2 Health program can log the health data to a file in the csv text format for importing to other programs, like Excel. This can be handy for finding time of day related problems. When logging is enabled, the tray icon Rx symbol will change to red to indicate logging in is taking place.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 40Registry Entries The J2 Health program creates registry entries for the different health values. Dynamic values are updated at the user defined interval, which is by default 5 seconds. Other software may use these registry entries to access the J2 health information. J2 625 Health keys are shown below: J2 Remote Monitoring Software J2 now offers a full remote monitoring and asset tracking solution that works in conjunction with J2 Health to ensure the highest uptime possible of your POS hardware. Please contact J2 sales for more information on this fully customizable, remote monitoroption. For more information, please visit us at http://www.j2retailsystems.com/newsarticle.php?news_id=57
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 41 The J2 SMI BIOS Info program allows for the reading of all populated BIOS DMI/SMI information. With some J2 products including the J2 625, this information also includes dynamic system health information. Normally this dynamic DMI health information BIOS is only supported on very high end servers. Now J2 brings this feature to POS hardware. The J2 SMI BIOS Info program will run on any J2 POS hardware or for that fact on any PC hardware. It can display all DMI/SMI information on a formatted form. Installation The utility can be downloaded from the J2 web site: http://support.j2rs.com/Utilities/ To install just unzip anywhere and run as you wish to run the utility form. Operations Just click on the .exe file to run. The following screen will be displayed (see below). Note that the health data will only display on newer J2 systems that support the dynamic DMI health BIOS.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 42 J2 has a generic cash drawer test utility that works on all J2 products, including the new J2 625 computer. This test program also supports the J2 625 separate status lines, such as when the special J2 625 is used, supporting two cash drawers. Installation The utility can be downloaded from the J2 web site: http://support.j2rs.com/Utilities/ To install just unzip anywhere and run as you wish to download the utility form. Operation Just run the cash drawer test from whatever folder it was installed intoash drawer(s). (See example below)
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 43 To use two cash drawers with the J2 625 you use cable that also works with Epson printers or the special J2 625 s separate status lines (The standard cable supports shared status lines.). When using the look like this: option is to test the cash drawer you set up using the J2 virtual serial ports program. The virtual serial port program must be installed with the cash drawer virtual serial ports set to Comm 10 & 11.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 44 Virtual serial ports can be used for the cash drawers, virtual 2x20 line display on the optional 10.1 LCD, Smart UPS, MSR and iButton. To open virtual serial cash drawer send a bell character to the Com port it is assigned to. (The bell character is ththe drawer may be obtained by reading the status bits of its COM port. The drawer open/close status will be reflected on the CTS and RI bits, either bit may be used. This virtual COM port driver is designed to work the same as a hardware serial cash drawer and will work with drivers for serial cash drawers.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 45 Overview The 625 can be ordered with a 3 track MSR. This MSR is the same as used on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. The MSR mounts on the right side of the 625 and uses a front facing MSR slot. This allows the 625 unit to be placed side by side, or in tight spaces, and still be able to swipe the card. The MSR appears to the software as a wedge type MSR with all data from the MSR being sent to the keyboard port. The MSR configuration utility can be down loaded from J2 web site. 625 with front swipe MSR
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 46Installing the 625 MSR The 625 MSR is installed by first removing the two rubber plugs for the option attachment point as shown below. Remove Rubber plugs Then remove the MSR cover plate on the right back side of the unit by removing the two screws, as shown. Remove MSR cover plate
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 47Connect the cable together as shown add secure the static ground wire with screw provided as shown. Attach cables Attach the MSR using the two screws at the locations shown below. Mounting MSR You may now power up the 625 and the MSR should be working. For a quick test you can open Notepad and swipe a card, the information should appear in Notepad. You can now run the J2 MSR utility if you need any custom settings for the MSR.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 48 Overview A 2 line by 20 character VFD or LCM customer side display is available optional for the J2 625. This customer display is the same as used on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. VFD 2x20 Customer Display LCD 2x20 Customer Display
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 49 The J2 625 has the same options as available on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. Secondary display of 10 inch, 12 inch 4:3 and 10.1 inch 16:9 displays are available. 10 inch 4:3 Display 10.1 inch 16:9 1024x600 Display
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 50 This option is the same as available on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. The wall mount bracket has threaded mounting holes (screws provided) for the 75mm VESA standard; and unthreaded holes for the 100mm standard. Using the 100mm hole pattern the bracket can be used by itself as a wall mount bracket. After installing the thumbscrew clip mount bracket to the wall, hang the J2 625 on the bracket. Install screw to secure thumbscrew clip The bracket slides on to the J2 625 mount posts, as shown. Normally the bracket would already be mounted to the wall or a VESA mount and the 625 would be hung on the bracket. Once in place the thumb screw would be tightened.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 51This option is the same as available on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. This reader uses the Digital Personal module. This option is the same as available on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems. Available Q3 2012 Available Q3 2012 The J2 625 has the same options as available on the J2 580/615/630/680 POS systems.
J2 625 System Manual Version 0.1 June15, 2012 (Draft) 52European Office J2 Retail Systems Ltd. J2 House Clayton Road, Birchwood Warrington WA3 6RP United Kingdom 44 (0) 1925 817003 Phone 44 (0) 1925 811989 Fax USA Office J2 Retail Systems Inc. 9251 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, CA 92618 USA Australian Office J2 Retail Systems Pty Ltd Unit 6 83/85 Boundary Road Mortdale NSW 2223 Australia 02 9584 5222 Phone 02 9584 1500 Fax Website http://www.j2retailsystems.com
FCC StatementThis 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.This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Caution! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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