Glossary of Terms
(including Acronyms & Abbreviations)
Alphanumeric
Using and displaying in letters and numbers (A, B, C, 1, 2, 3).
Add Button
Button used for addition of sales.
CAT5 Cable
This type of cable is used in structured cabling for computer networks such as Ethernet.
Clerks
The total number of persons that can log onto a Cash Register using an access code.
CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semi-Conductor)
CMOS is a technology for constructing integrated circuits.
CPU (Central Processing Unit)
The portion of a computer system that carries out the instructions of a computer program.
Departments
Programmable keys to allow distinction between Products or Departments (eg: Groceries, Sweets and Tobacco in a Newsagent).
ECR (Electronic Cash Register)
Electronic device for calculating and recording sales transactions.
EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer)
Credit card function, the software links with the Bank to make payment.
EPoS (Electronic Point of Sale)
The location where a transaction occurs.
EPRoM (Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory)
Is a type of memory chip that retains its data when its power supply is switched off.
HDD (Hard Disc Drive)
A Hard Disc Drive is a non-volatile, random access device for digital data.
Interrupt Clerk
Name for sequence that allows a Cash Register to operate more than one Cashier at a time.
IRC (Inter-Register Communications)
The data that can be sent from Register to Register or PC.
Kitchen Printing
Allows orders to go straight from the till to the kitchen.
LAN (Local Area Network)
LAN is a computer network that connects computers and devices in a limited geographical area together.
LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)
LCD is a thin, flat electronic visual display that uses the light modulating properties of liquid crystals (LC's).
Media Slot
A slot found on some Touch Screen terminals for Memory Cards such as SD Cards, MMC Cards etc. Used for storage of files.
MSR (Mag Stripe Reader)
Reads info from a Swipe Card by physical contact and swiping past a Magnetic Reading Head.
Numeric
Using and displaying in numbers only (1, 2, 3).
OPOS (OLE for Point of Sale)
Interface to POS peripherals.
PLU (Price Look Up)
A function memorising prices for items allowing for quicker item entry.
POS (Point of Sale)
The location where a transaction occurs.
Preset
Given name for a machine that has a dedicated keyboard.
RAM (Random Access Memory)
Is a form of computer data storage.
ROM (Read Only Memory)
Is a class of storage medium used in computers and other electronic devices.
Scanner - Laser
A scanner using a single beam laser to read a barcode, works within 6-12 inches.
Scanner - Omni-Directional
A scanner using multiple lasers at varying angles to read a barcode, works within 6-12 inches.
Serial Port
A 9 pin socket that connect to a personal computer or printer or other device.
Slip Printer
A remote (non-internal) receipt printer.
TFT (Thin Metal Transistor)
Thin-film transistor commonly used in flat-screen displays.
Thermal Printer
A printer using heat to transfer the information onto the receipt.
VGA (Video Graphics Array)
Refers specifically to the display (screen) hardware.
WEPOS (Windows Embedded Point of Service)
Is a flexible operating system designed to connect Point-of-Service solutions with Peripherals, Servers and Services.
Please contact YCR Distribution if you have any queries not answered within this website and we’ll try our best to help via the link below.
New Water Resistant Printer for 2012. The Bixolon SRP-F310 is one of the most advanced Thermal Receipt Printers on the market with an all new water resistant design. Take a test drive or see a live demo online now!
Sam4s launches the ER-900 Series. The ER-900 Series has Single (Receipt) or Twin Station (Receipt & Journal) Thermal Printers plus numerous features such as Scanning and Check Tracking to ensure the register is suitable for all environments.
Book Now For 2012. We are pleased to be able to offer new Dealer Courses and pass on our considerable experience to you and your staff, which will give you confidence in supporting EPoS systems.
YCR Distribution have a dedicated team providing support on all Hardware, and Software from the smallest stand alone cash registers to the most sophisticated EPoS systems.
- Bixolon - Official UK Site
- YCR Epos Systems - Hospitality
- YCR Forum - UK Site
