Check tape mercury 180k. Review of online cash registers mercury. Connection to acquiring

The cash register machine (PFC) has long been the most important means of purchasing goods. This device is an essential attribute of any store: from a fashion boutique to a hypermarket. Also, cash registers are used in all areas of service provision. We will tell you about the features of working with them in the article.

International company Incotex Electronics Group is a manufacturer of a wide range of electronic equipment, including the line of KKM "Mercury".

The letter "K" in the marking denotes the presence of EKLZ (Protected Electronic Control Tape), and the letter "F" - compliance with the law N 54-FZ of the Russian Federation, regulating payments using electronic means.

The main models of "Mercury" cash registers are the following devices:

Review on the example of KKM "Mercury 180K"

The cash register "Mercury 180K" is one of the most modern in the model range of the manufacturer, therefore, on its basis, one can consider the functionality and operation of devices of this type.

Did you know? The dimensions of the Mercury 180K KKM turned out to be so small that the EKLZ blocks of those times could hardly fit into this apparatus.

Specifications

The checkout has the following characteristics and indicators:

cashiers - 8 people;
departments - 16;
receipts during the shift (with a charged battery) - 2500;
magazine volume - from 2000 to 5000 purchases;
check tape - 57 mm;
check printout speed - 7 lines / sec;
FP (fiscal memory) - from 2000 events;
8-digit indicator;
programmable goods - 1000 pcs;
battery - capacity 1.8 Ah, power supply 7.4 V;
power - 10 W, no more (when charging);
ambient temperature - from -20 ° С to + 40 ° С;
connected interfaces - RS232 (wired), GPRS (wireless, additional option on request);
dimensions (HxWxD) - 191x96x61;
weight - 0.39 kg;
warranty - 18 months.

The device also has an independent RAM, battery-powered, the ability to issue a return, a calendar and a clock with an error rate of no more than two seconds per day.

The device is supplied as follows:

cash machine;
charging device;
wrist strap;
cash register tape (1 pc.);
manual;
product passport;
product version passport with an additional sheet;
account coupon.

Additionally, you can order a passport for a receipt printing machine for this device and instructions for it.

Appearance and convenience

The ergonomics of the product allows it to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand and to perform operations using the fingers of the same hand, which is a very convenient functionality in an out-of-the-box trade or in a confined environment (for example, an electric train carriage at rush hour).

With such a miniature device, the other hand of the cashier remains free to accept cash and issue checks. And the color scheme of the device, made in a modern design in pleasant gray-blue colors, helps the operator to focus on work without unnecessary annoying factors.

Important! Almost all data about the product can be programmed through the keyboard of the "Mercury" apparatus.

Cashier display and keyboard

The display consists of eight decimal places. That is, the maximum amount that he can issue is 999,999.99 rubles. For retail, that's more than enough. Consumer complaints are related to the fact that the indicator readings are difficult to read - such is the architecture of letters and symbols.

Selling goods using this machine is carried out in 16 different sections. The two most popular ones can be displayed on separate keyboard buttons. For example, when purchasing tickets in transport with the same amount of payment, it makes sense to do this by pressing one button.

The second permanent button can be defined for cashless payments through the bank terminal or credit card. The keyboard is functional and of high quality - working with it occurs without "sticking", which is very important when conducting financial transactions.

Connecting additional devices

"Mercury 180K" can be connected to a computer or barcode scanner. In this case, you will need a wire that provides communication of the device through the RS-232 port. With the help of such a connection, you can connect the POS printer to a computer and load various databases into the device: goods, discounts, promotions, etc.

This is usually done using the Merconfig program, which makes it possible to set all the parameters of the product and the conditions for its sale.
To connect the barcode reader, you have to crimp the twisted pair wires.

Did you know? The cash register "Mercury 180K" is capable of printing black and white company logos in good resolution on a check. Therefore, representatives of the company should make sure that their logo is printed and looks good on receipts.

a printer

As mentioned above, the described cash register is so miniature that a standard roll of cash paper does not fit into it. It is necessary to pay attention that the diameter of the loaded roll is not more than 42 mm.

In these machines, after loading the thermal transfer ribbon, no additional manipulations are required - after placing the roll in the cell and lowering the lid, the device will automatically pull in the paper.

Battery, power

The cash register is equipped with a 7.4 V lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1.8 Ah, which is comparable to the battery capacity of a mid-range smartphone. Power is supplied from a 220 V alternating voltage network (fluctuations from 190 to 240 V are possible).

Applications

"Mercury 180K" is a universal device - it can be used for any kind of trade.

In a stationary outlet, it will not take up much space on the counter, in exit trays it can be held in the palm of your hand and controlled by the fingers of the same hand, and in transport, with a fixed amount of payment, the device can be configured to issue checks by pressing one button.

Programming and setting instructions

To take full advantage of all the advantages of this cash register, you need to learn how to program it by setting parameters and operating modes.

Important! Before programming the device, it is necessary to make a Z-report so as not to trigger the error message Err 098.

Programming

CHM Mercury 180 Header Programming: Video

Date and time setting:

press "AH / PE" until the display shows "PRG——";
the code is entered - 000000 (if it has not changed to another value earlier);
when “DATE-BP” appears on the screen, press the “IT” button, after which “dt _ –.– –.– -” will be displayed;
number buttons enter the date in the form DD.MM.YY, for example, 02.24.18, and press the button "IT";
then the field for time set "ВР _ –.– –.– -" will appear;
the current time is entered in the same way - in the format HH.MM.SS, for example 13.25.16, and "IT" is pressed.

Check title and end:

press "AH / PE" and "00", after which the device will print out the symbol table;
then the "AN / RE" button is pressed until "PRG——" appears on the screen;
password is entered - 000000;
by pressing "+" or "-" the mode "START CHE" is selected and "IT" is pressed;
when the screen shows “PAGE 1 24 » (line number and maximum number of characters in it), select the required line and press "X";
the display will show “24-24 000 » (character number and three-digit space for entering the character code), and "+" or "-" the desired value is selected in accordance with the previously printed table;
the keys "P. TOTAL" and "IT" are pressed.

Working with fiscal memory

Commissioning of the cash register Mercury 180K: video

Activation:

press the combination К000000 ++++++ and the "IT" button;
enter the registration number of the KKM and press "IT";
enter TIN and press "IT";
enter the password of the employee of the fiscal authority and press the "00" button (not to be confused with pressing the "0" button twice).

Fiscal reports:

press the "AN / PE" button until the inscription "NP" appears;
press "K" and the tax officer's code (if it has not changed before, then this is 000000), then press "+" and "IT";
enter the start date of the report in the format 01.20.18, "IT" and the date of closing the report (for example, 02.24.18) and press "IT" again;
then you need to press "0" for the abbreviated report, and "1" for the expanded report and again "IT".

Working with EKLZ

Installing EKLZ in the Mercury 180K cash register: video

EKLZ activation:

enter 000000 ++++++ on the keyboard, the indicator should show "REG EL";
press the combination "IT", "00".

Closing EKLZ:

press "AH / PE" until the inscription "EL——" appears;
enter 000000 ++++++ on the keyboard, the indicator should show “З. AP EL ";
press the combination "IT" "1" "IT".

Cashier passwords:

enter 000000 and press the keys "00", "+", "IT";
press "X" and dial the first digit of the cashier's code, after which "P. TOTAL" is pressed and the second digit is entered, then again "P. TOTAL" and so on until the last digit;
the combination is entered: "P. TOTAL", "IT", "P. TOTAL", "X", the password for the cashier is typed and "IT" is pressed again.

Department programming

Name:

press "AH / PE" until the inscription "PRG——" appears;
enter 000000 on the keyboard and the buttons "00", "+", "+" "IT";
enter "P. TOTAL", "X", dial the first digit of the department code, "P. TOTAL", the second digit, "P. TOTAL" ... the final digit, "P. TOTAL", "IT".

Linking the name to the tax:

select "AH / RE" until the inscription "PRG——" appears;
select a cashier using "+" or "-";
press twice "P. TOTAL" and "X", enter the tax number and press "IT".

Section view:

press the "AN / PE" button until the inscription "PRG——" appears;
enter 000000 and press the keys "+", "+", "IT";
use "+" or "-" to select a section;
section closing - 0, sales - 1, services - 2.

Binding a section view to taxes:

enter 000000 and press the keys "00", "+", "+", "IT";
select tax using "+" or "-";
enter "X", the designation of the tax and "IT";
the tax amount for the section is typed - from 0 to 99999.99, and then you need to press "IT", "P. TOTAL", "X" and the "0" key for the allocated tax or "1" for the calculated one.

Product base

Adding:

press "AH / PE" until the inscription "SPR——" appears;

enter 000000 and "IT";
enter 0 for a weight item, 1 for a piece item;
press "IT" and enter the product barcode.

Removal:

press the "AH / PE" button until the inscription "SPR——" appears;
enter 000000 and press the keys "00", "IT"
using "+" or "-" to select the item to be removed from the system;
After that, you need to select the keys "B", "1", "IT".

Cashier instruction

Cashier's instructions for working at the cash register Mercury 180K: video

Before you start working with an activated and programmed device, you must read the instructions for it. To avoid errors, you can practice removing the X-report and making purchases for small amounts.

How to make a morning X-report and an evening Z-report

Closing the shift (Z-report) at the checkout Mercury 180K: video

The so-called morning, or zero check shows the amount of money in the cash register at the time of its connection to work. Such data are not documented and serve only for information to the seller.

You can get the X-report as follows:

press "AH / RE" until "OBG——" appears on the display;
enter 000000 and "IT".

Important! In order for the X-report to contain data on all sales, you need to press 0,0,0,0,0,0, +, +, +, +, +, IT.

You can get the Z-report as follows:

press "AN / RE" until "OSG——" appears on the display;
enter 000000 and "IT".

How to break a check:

press "AN / RE" until a question mark appears on the display;
enter the sequence 1,0,0,0,0,0, "IT";
dial the amount (kopecks are entered through a dot);
write the department code (1. or 2.) and "IT" on the keyboard.

How to make a return:

press the "B" button;
dial the amount to be returned (if with kopecks, then indicate them with a dot);
choose a department.

Cash depositing

In cash mode, the procedure is carried out as follows - the "+" key is pressed, the amount to be deposited and the "IT" button are entered.

Cash out

In cash mode, the operation looks like this - press the "-" key, enter the amount to be paid and press the "IT" button.

When paying or depositing money to the cashier, it is possible to assign discounts or surcharges. In this case, a combination is used: the amount on the check, "1.", "-" in the case of a discount or "+" in the case of a surcharge, “P.TOTAL”, a percentage of the discount / surcharge, “1.”, “IT”.

Error codes and their elimination

The complexity and modernity of the device also suggests many possible malfunctions or errors when using it by the user.

Error code	Name	How to fix
ZP—— NP——	Enter the tax inspector password (or the password is incorrect)	Type in the real password of the tax inspector or fix a bug in the hardware
001	Incorrect format or command parameter for thermal tape	Make the right command
002	Wrong condition thermo	Add a new ECLZ and activate (you do not need to close the old archive)
003	Thermal tape alarm
004	Defective crypto processor
005	EKLZ time resource exhausted	The term of use is over - replace EKLZ
006	EKLZ memory is full	Close the ECLZ archive and insert a new one
007	Date / time error	A year has passed since the activation of EKLZ, insert a new one. Such an error may appear if the cash register is disconnected when the Z-report is taken and the time and date are lost. In this case, you need to set the current date and time, remove the X-report to make sure everything is in order, and remove the Z-report
008	No data requested	There is no data in the EKLZ for a certain time - you need to take a report through the fiscal memory
009	Overflow of registers EKLZ
010	EKLZ not found	Check cable or replace tape
011	No exchange	Restart the device, reset the POS printer or replace the tape
012	Fatal error
013	Tape number and record in FP do not match	Insert another ECLZ or activate a new one
014	EKLZ is not activated, fiscal registration of the device is required	Register KKM
015	ECLZ is not activated, as it is already activated	Insert a new ribbon and activate
016	You cannot close the EKLZ archive, since it is already closed
017	The date in the feed is less than in the FP	Correct data in FP and reset cash register
018	The shift number in the FP is greater than the shift number in the tape	Correct data in FP and reset cash register
019	The EKLZ archive is closed, and the selected device mode requires that the archive be opened	Activate Ribbon
021	The number of shifts in FP is less than the number of shifts in EKLZ	Check the amount and date for the last shift; put the fiscal memory in the FIM; add missing amounts and make a Z-report; put the fiscal memory in the cashier.
031	No paper	Insert new thermal tape
032	Printer head error	Replace printer head or print controller (controller board)
033	Paper sensor error	Check the tightness of closing the cover on the printer and its serviceability
034	Thermal head error (overheating)	Replace thermal head microcontroller
060	Communication error with I²C	Reboot device
061	Read and write error	Reboot device
062	Incorrect work of the cashier
090	Date or time is less than specified in EKLZ
091	Check buffer overflow	Remove Z-report
092	Failure of data in the check buffer	Reload check buffer
097	I need a Z-report on the product base and services	Remove Z-report
098	Need a Z-report on the shift	Remove Z-report
099	Set date and time	Set the correct time and date
100	The shift has ended and a report is needed	Remove Z-report
101	Cashier error (invalid operation)
102	Many transactions in one check	Press "IT"
103	Free sum actions blocked	Set option 9 to 0
104	Three decimal places after the comma
105	No price (not entered)	Enter price or cancel operation
106	Zero sum	Enter price or cancel operation
107	Exceeding the sale amount	Amount above RUB 999,999 99 kopecks - divide the purchase amount into parts
108	No tax code	Enter tax code
109	Section closed	Unblock
110	Section value error	Valid values \u200b\u200bare from 1 to 16
111	Price cap error in section	Repeat dialing
112	Attempt to cancel the amount for a section more than received from the sale	Remove the check and punch it again or punch it in parts
113	Product code error
114	Product is out of stock
115	Item blocked	Unblock
116	Trying to sell a fractional amount of a whole item	Make an item by weight or cancel a sale
117	Selling goods from the wrong section	Sell \u200b\u200bfrom programmed section
118	No extra charge (for example, promotional item)
119	No markup (e.g. percentage discount)
120	Incorrect discount	Enter the correct value
121	Possibility of only paying a check with an open document
122	Prohibition of card payments
123	Insufficient funds at the checkout	Deposit funds to the cashier
200	FP missing or faulty	Check FP cable or replace it
201	Lack of fiscal data
202	Lack of factory data in FP	Set the serial number of the device
203	Registration memory in FP is full	Reset or replace fiscal memory
204	Out of space in the FP for records of the activation of EKLZ	Zero or replace FP
205	Run out of space for records of replacement reports	Zero or replace FP
206	Incorrect FP reporting period	Set the correct period

The most popular According to the tax inspection, Mercury 180F was the most popular cash register for several years from 2008 to 2017, then the initiative was intercepted by Mercury 185F, but after a price drop in early summer 2018, Mercury 180F again took over.

Connection to acquiring

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Continuous improvement

Ticket mode

Working with tobacco labeling

Connecting external devices

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The most popular

According to the tax authorities, Mercury 180F was the most popular cash register for several years from 2008 to 2017, then the initiative was intercepted by Mercury 185F, but after a price drop in early summer 2018, Mercury 180F again took over.

Connection to acquiring

You can connect a bank terminal to Mercury to automatically accept payments by bank cards. The service is provided in conjunction with Alfabank, which acts as an acquiring bank, through which you can connect to any bank in which you have an account without additional fees.

The most budgetary solution to the "tax issue"

Mercury 180F is bought when the tax issue needs to be resolved for the minimum budget. Mercury 180F is the cheapest cash register, while not delivering headaches to the owners when using it.
Simple, budget-friendly and reliable: three words that perfectly describe this cash register.

Continuous improvement

Mercury-180F is one of the best online cash registers in terms of price - convenience - reliability. Developers are constantly improving the software part of their offspring, and we post new firmware for free access on our website.

Ticket mode

Mercury 180F works in the mode of getting tickets for working in taxis, including fixed-route taxis, on buses.

Working with tobacco labeling

The checkout has the ability to work with labeled tobacco products by purchasing an additional barcode scanner.

Connecting external devices

Mercury-180F has one mini-USB port through which you can connect a barcode scanner, keyboard or flash drive. The RS-232 port can be used to connect a COM barcode scanner or balance.

Small store automation

Online checkout Mercury 180F can be used for automation in a small store.
A barcode scanner can be connected to mercury.
The product database is loaded from a flash card or easily edited from the cash register keyboard.

One of the largest manufacturers of cash registers in Russia, Incotex, produces various types of cash registers in accordance with the requirements of 54-FZ. As part of the Mercury line, it produces simple and inexpensive standalone online checkouts. Such devices are in demand among those who want to save money and entrepreneurs who are not demanding on functionality.

In this article, we will look at the popular models of Mercury online cash registers. You will learn about their characteristics, cost, advantages and disadvantages - this will help you choose the right one for your business.

Online cash register models Mercury

The Mercury line has both stationary and mobile online cash registers. They are push-button devices that use similar software and control algorithms. Next, we'll look at four popular models - 115ph, 130ph, 180ph, and 185ph.

Mercury 115F

Like all KKTs in the Mercury line, 115F is an autonomous push-button cash register. This model of cash register equipment is distinguished by its wide functionality and high reliability at a relatively low price. The online checkout is small, convenient and does not take up much space. It is designed for stationary trading, but it can also be used on a mobile point.

The 115F has a built-in rechargeable battery that ensures stable operation when not connected to the mains. It fully complies with the requirements of 54-FZ - it connects to the Internet to transfer data to the Federal Tax Service and allows you to install a fiscal drive. It can issue both paper and electronic checks in SMS. The Internet connection can only be wireless - the device does not have a LAN connector.

Additional devices can be connected to the cash register - a barcode scanner, scales or EGAIS module. To configure it, you can use built-in tools or a special program that is installed on your computer. Checkout allows you to import and export the commodity base in its own format, compatible with 1C.

The main characteristics of the Mercury 115F apparatus are presented in the table:

Mercury 130ph

In fact, the stand-alone cash register Mercury 130F is a modified and improved version of the old 130K device, which meets the requirements of Law 54-FZ. In addition to an internet connection and a connector for a fiscal drive, manufacturers have installed a new printer, display and battery on the model. The case and keyboard remain the same.

The new equipment uses the same software as other Mercury cash registers, which greatly simplifies the operation. The work becomes simpler and more convenient in comparison with the previous versions. Checkout allows you to exchange items with 1C and other devices from the manufacturer.

Although the cash register is designed for stationary use, it has a built-in battery. It is gentle so that the operation of the device does not stop when disconnected from the mains. It is not always convenient to use a cash desk at a mobile outlet due to its size.

The main operational characteristics of KKM Mercury 130F are presented in the table:

Mercury 180f

The Mercury-180F cash register is a universal device that is suitable for both a stationary and a mobile point of sale. It has all the necessary functions and complies with legal requirements. It is a modified version of the old model Mercury 180K. The cash register is small in size, convenient and takes up little space. It is mobile - you can travel with it wherever you want, while all the necessary functions work as before. The display is small but bright and crisp, with adjustable backlighting. Cashier autonomous and has a sufficiently capacious battery - it can work without recharging for up to 16 hours in a row .

The main characteristics of the cash register are as follows:

Small dimensions, built-in receipt printer and large battery capacity make the checkout very convenient for a courier or a mobile point of sale. Another important point is that this online cash register fully meets the requirements of the amendments introduced by 54-FZ. It connects to the Internet via Wi-Fi or USB to transfer data to the tax office, you can install a fiscal drive in it.

Mercury 185ph

Mercury-185F is positioned as a simple and reliable cash register for retail, which allows you to comply with the requirements of the law and not overpay for unnecessary functions. The device is designed for stationary trade, but thanks to the built-in battery, it can also be used on a mobile point. The checkout has a built-in receipt printer and allows you to connect external devices - a barcode scanner, a POS terminal or a module for working with EGAIS. 6

The cash register uses the same OS as the rest of the manufacturer's devices. It is planned to create a cloud system to simplify the work with CCP. There is its own software for setting up a cash register from a computer, you can also import and export a product base in 1C format.

The main technical characteristics of the checkout are shown in the table:

The cost

To buy an online checkout, you need to decide on a complete set of CCP. The cost of the equipment depends on the additional options included in the kit and may differ from one distributor to another. The prices shown are valid for the beginning of 2019 in Moscow:

How to connect

After purchasing the cash register, install the fiscal drive (to do this, remove the back cover) and plug the device into the network. Connect the cashier to the Internet and register it with the OFD and FTS. Enter your registration data in the device settings and specify your taxation system.

You can configure the checkout both through its interface and using the MercConfig program, which can be downloaded from the manufacturer's official website. In the second case, you need to connect the device to your computer and install a driver for it. The algorithm for connecting the device to the computer is as follows:

Connect the cashier to a computer via USB or COM port
Find the new Virtual Mercury driver through the device manager
Select LPT-COM device and update port driver
Run the vendor program MercConfig
Checkout may request a restart - please do it using the start button

To connect the cash register to a PC and some external devices, you can use a wireless connection.

The general algorithm for the initial setup is as follows:

Enter the name of the administrator
Enter the name of the individual entrepreneur or legal entity, the data of the outlet, the type of the provider and the TIN
Enter the registration number of the cash desk that you received from the Federal Tax Service
Indicate tax systems
Enter the data of the operator of the fiscal data that you will receive after the conclusion of the contract
Print out the registration receipt, which will indicate the number of the fiscal document and the fiscal tag. This data must be sent to the Federal Tax Service

After registration, you will be able to create a cashier account and enter the product range.

When configuring via the cash register interface, it is advisable to connect an external keyboard for easy input.

In general, there is nothing complicated, everything is as simple and intuitive as possible. Difficulties can arise only when installing a fiscal drive - in the 180f model, you need to disassemble the device. But Incotex promises to correct this flaw in the future.

Brief operating instructions

When buying a KKT, an instruction manual is attached to the kit. The device is controlled by keyboard commands that must be entered according to the instructions. Before working with the cashier, it will be necessary to create administrator and cashier accounts. You can also fill in the product database - you can do it yourself or export data in the format set by the manufacturer from a USB flash drive.

Mercury 115ph

Before starting work, you must open the shift and print the X-report. To do this, the cashier needs to press the IT button twice until the message "Cash mode" is displayed, press IT, enter the password and press IT again. The screen will display the message "Open shift?" - press button 3.

To punch a simple check at a free price, you need to enter the amount, press PI and IT. If you need to calculate the change, then after the PI you need to enter the amount received from the buyer. For cashless payments, after specifying the price, press PI twice, then 00 and IT twice.

If you use a database of goods and services, then instead of entering the amount of the check, you need to press CODE, enter the product code in the database, press PI and enter the price. If prices are already indicated in the database, then you do not need to enter them after the PI. You can also use a barcode scanner if you used them when filling out the database. The rest of the order of work remains the same.

To issue a check return, you need to press ВЗ - + - IT, enter the amount to be returned, then press PI and IT. If the check was issued in a non-cash way, then after the refund amount, press PI twice, then 00 and IT twice. If a product base was used, then instead of the amount to be returned, indicate the code and, if necessary, the price of the product.

At the end of the working day, it will be necessary to close the shift. To do this, press the MODE button several times to switch to the "FN Reports" mode. Then click IT, enter your admin password and click IT again. The checkout will print a Z-report.

Mercury 130f and 180f

Both cash registers use the same commands to work. The only difference is that the 180f model uses a similar PI instead of the PI button. All other buttons match 130f model.

To start working with the cash register, the cashier should open a shift. For this you need:

Press IT two times. The monitor will display the inscription "CASH MODE"
Press IT, enter the cashier's username and password, and press IT again
If the previous employee closed the shift, then the "OPEN SHIFT" request will appear on the screen. To perform the action, press "3". The shift will open

On the monitor will appear the inscription "ARRIVAL", and the cash register will print an X-report. Now you can punch checks

Penetration of checks is carried out as follows:

Simple check: check amount - PI - IT
Check with change count: check amount - PI - amount received from the buyer - IT
Check with the calculation of the amount for several units or weight of the goods: X "- number of units - X - unit price - PI - IT
Cashless check: check amount - PI - PI - 00 - I - IT

У If you use a database of goods, then instead of the check amount, you need to press CODE, enter the product code in the database, press PI and enter the price of the product. All other actions will be the same.

In case of an erroneous penetration of the goods in the check or if the buyer refuses to pay for the products, it is necessary to make a return check:

For cash return: B3 - + - IT - amount to be returned - PI - IT
For cashless return: B3 - + - IT - amount to be returned - PI - PI - 00 - IT - IT

The return of a check from the database is issued in a similar way, only instead of the amount, you need to specify the codes and prices of the goods.

If you need a cancellation, and the check is open and has not yet been closed, then before pressing the IT key, you should type the combination REJ - IT - IT - IT.

After the store has closed and the collection is made, you need to close the shift and remove the Z-report:

Press the MODE button several times so that the message "FN REPORTS" appears on the screen
Press IT, then enter the password and administrator login, press IT again
Wait for the message "CLOSE SHIFT" to appear
Press IT again.

The 180ph model uses the AH / PE button for this function instead of MODE.

Mercury 185ph

For the correct operation of the CCP, you must enter the date and time. For this you need:

Press IT
Enter data
Press IT again

Before starting the shift, you need to turn on the cash register, go to the "Cash mode" mode, enter the cashier's password and generate an X-report (opening the shift):

Press PI
Enter password
Answer the question "Open shift" with the PI key

To create a check you need:

Enter a position and its value
Use period to divide, C to cancel
When buying from two positions, you should press PI after each product
For cashless payments, press PI twice, then 00 and IT twice

To find the price of a product you need:

Press the CODE button
Enter position code

When creating a database, it can be difficult to add products to the system. To fix the problem, you should:

Connect an external drive to the checkout
Copy all databases to drive
Connect cash register to computer
Transfer the item to the cash register format using MercConfig

To close a shift, generate a Z-report:

Press the MODE button several times to go to the "FN Reports" section
Click IT, enter admin password, and click IT again
Wait until the message "Close shift" is displayed and press IT

Similarly, you can generate a report on revenue per shift - for this, using the MODE button, go to the "" Nefisk section. reports "

An overview-comparison of devices in the Mercury line is presented in the table:

Product	Mercury 185F	Mercury 180F	Mercury 115F	Mercury 130F
Price	from 6 200 rubles	from 5 700 rubles	from 6 200 rubles	from 6 200 rubles
External connectors	USB, LAN	USB, LAN	USB, RS-232 (COM), LAN	USB, RS-232 (COM), LAN
Network connection	WiFi, GPRS (2G)	WiFi, GPRS (2G)	WiFi, GPRS (2G)	WiFi, GPRS (2G)
Receipt tape	57 mm.	57 mm.	57 mm.	57 mm.
Manufacturer	Incotex	Incotex	Incotex	Incotex
Barcode scanner connection	USB, RS-232 (COM)	USB	USB, RS-232 (COM)	USB, RS-232 (COM)
Product programming	Utility on a PC, With KKM using symbol codes, Personal account on the Internet		USB keyboard, With KKM using character codes, Personal account on the Internet	USB keyboard, With KKM using character codes, Personal account on the Internet
Battery operation	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Weight, gr.	1000	400	1000	1400
Dimensions, mm	230 × 116 × 65	191 × 96 × 61	230 × 116 × 65	183 × 260 × 81
Balance protocol	OKA, MW, CAS_CI, CAS_ER	OKA, MW, CAS_CI, CAS_ER	OKA, MW, CAS_CI, CAS_ER	OKA, MW, CAS_CI, CAS_ER
Receipt tape: max. diameter	60	42	60	42
Ambient temperature	-20 … + 45	-20 … + 45	-20 … + 45	-20 … + 45
Service life (according to passport)	10 years.	10 years.	10 years.	10 years.

If we compare the devices Mercury with other cash registers, then it will clearly be one of the best when choosing. Its scope is very wide. It is compact and mobile. In addition, it has a long service life of 10 years. Such indicators look great for any entrepreneur - you do not need to invest in the cashier every year.

The device has all the necessary functionality, sufficient for the successful work of a cashier. Its volume of product base will be enough for any individual entrepreneur. You can simultaneously register several accounts for cashiers, which allows several people to work with the device. The checkout comes with detailed instructions that will allow even a beginner to understand how to work with it.

Some may be frightened off by the not very user-friendly cash register interface, the lack of additional connectors and not the most attractive appearance. There are cash register solutions on the market that support a large number of devices and allow customization using mobile applications. But if reliability and functionality are more important for you at a low price than a pleasant appearance, then Mercury will be the best choice.

Pros and cons

The advantages of Mercury cash registers are as follows:

Low price - the checkout is suitable for those who need to save on cash register
Long service life of the checkout, strength and resistance to external influences
Built-in battery - the cash register will continue to work even if it is disconnected from the mains
Support for external devices and cashless payments
Easy replacement of receipt tape, battery and fiscal drive
Large internal memory - you can enter a base of 10,000 items
Detailed and high-quality instructions for the administrator and cashier from the manufacturer

Moreover, such a cash desk has the following disadvantages:

Push-button cashier control - may scare away those used to working with smart terminals with touchscreen
Possible problems when entering, editing, or importing an item
You cannot use the cashier as a fiscal registrar
The receipt printer does not have a built-in auto cutter
Some models do not have a built-in LAN port - for external connection, you will have to use a USB port

Which businesses should buy Mercury cash desk

In general, such an online cash register is perfect for any individual entrepreneur or LLC that needs to comply with the requirements of 54-FZ, and which, at the same time, is limited in funds. It is suitable for both a traveling business (couriers, auto shops and many others) and for stationary trade. Fast tape printing helps with very active trading, which gives a clear advantage over other devices. The latest version of the firmware also allows you to use the cashier for the online store and the sale of alcohol (in the second case, you will have to purchase a special module).

The equipment can operate both through the network and autonomously using a battery, and takes up little space at the point of sale. Up to 16 cashiers in 16 departments can work with one device.

Please note that Mercury 130F is not suitable for traveling trade. Despite a good battery that holds a charge for a long time, the design of the cash register makes it inconvenient to use it on a mobile outlet. Therefore, for this purpose, it would be better to buy a 180F or 185F model - they are designed specifically for this format of work.

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