Set Up External Devices : mPOP Online Manual

Set Up External Devices

USB devices can be connected to the USB-A port for purposes such as using and charging a USB connection compatible product.

Also, with devices that support external drawer connection, an external drawer (sold separately) can be connected and used in conjunction with the mPOP main unit.

Check for Support of Connection to External Drawers

USB-A port

External drawer connector

USB-A port

Connect the cable of your USB device to the USB-A port (Standard 0.5A / Tablet 1.5A) in order to supply power to the USB device. You can also connect a USB-compatible product* for use with mPOP.
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

USB-A (Standard 0.5A) can supply a maximum of 2.5W, while USB-A (Tablet 1.5A) can supply a maximum of 7.5W.
Connect to the port appropriate for your purpose, such as when using USB-A (Tablet 1.5A) to charge a tablet device.

A USB cable for connection to the USB-A port is not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available (or one included with the USB device) USB cable.

Caution

Only one barcode reader and one customer display can be connected to each printer.

Available only if your application (or system) supports barcode reader and customer display. Please check with your application (or system) provider for support status.

1. Connect USB cable

Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-A port (0.5A/1.5A) located on the bottom of mPOP.

2. Connect USB cable

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Wire Cables.

Note

Only USB-compatible products* can communicate with mPOP through the USB-A port (0.5A).
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

Use Barcode Reader

Use Customer Display

External drawer connector

1. Turn power off

Turn the power off, and pull the power plug from the electrical outlet.

2. Connect the external drawer cable

Connect the external drawer connector to the port located on the bottom of mPOP.
Cables are not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available cable or the cable provided with the external drawer.

3. Connect cables

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Wire Cables.

4. Insert power cable plug into electrical outlet.

Caution

Do not connect a telephone line to the external device drive connector as it will cause the mPOP unit to malfunction.

To ensure safety, avoid using wiring connections that may cause excessive voltage to be applied to the external device drive connector.

Check for Support of Connection to External Drawers

To check whether your product supports the connection of an external drawer, check whether a connector for an external drawer is mounted on the panel on the bottom of the main unit.

External drawer: Supported

Illustration of bottom panel (when external drawer connection is supported)

External drawer: Not supported

Illustration of bottom panel (when external drawer connection is not supported)

You can also check from the contents of the “Memory Switch Detail” item that is printed during self-printing.
Self-Printing

External drawer: Supported

Sample of self-printing when external drawer connection is supported

External drawer: Not supported

Sample of self-printing when external drawer connection is not supported

USB devices can be connected to the USB port for purposes such as using and charging a USB connection compatible product.

Connect to the correct port for the connector shape of the USB device that you are connecting.

USB-A port

USB-C port

USB-A port

Connect the cable for the USB device you are using to the USB-A port (0.5A) in order to supply power (maximum 2.5W) to the USB device. You can also connect a USB-compatible product* for use with mPOP.
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

A USB cable for connection to the USB-A port is not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available (or one included with the USB device) USB cable.

Caution

Only one barcode reader and one customer display can be connected to each printer.

Available only if your application (or system) supports barcode reader and customer display. Please check with your application (or system) provider for support status.

1. Connect USB cable

Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-A port (0.5A) located on the bottom of mPOP.

2. Connect USB cable

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Wire Cables.

Note

Only USB-compatible products* can communicate with mPOP through the USB-A port (0.5A).
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

Use Barcode Reader

Use Customer Display

USB-C port

Connect the cable for the USB device you are using to the USB-C port (iPad 15W) in order to supply power (maximum 15W) to the USB device. You can also connect a USB-compatible product* for use with mPOP if the product includes a USB-C port or if the connection was converted to a USB-C port.
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

A USB cable for connection to the USB-C port is not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available (or one included with the USB device) USB cable.

Caution

For the USB-C to C cable, use a cable that conforms to the USB2.0 standard, supports current of 3.0A or higher, and is no longer than 2 m. If a cable which does not conform to the specifications is used, charging may not occur correctly.

If you want to charge an iOS device at the same time when a Windows, Android, or other device is connected to and communicating with the USB-B port, connect the USB-B port and host device first.

Charging may not be possible depending on the type of USB device you are using. When charging is not possible, please use the charger included with the USB device.

1. Connect USB cable

Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-C port (iPad 15W) located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

2. Connect USB cable

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Wire Cables.

Note

Only USB-compatible products* can communicate with mPOP through the USB-C port (iPad 15W).
*USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

When connecting a BCR-POP1 or SCD222U to the USB-C port, a USB conversion adapter (A-C) is required.

Use Barcode Reader

Use Customer Display

USB devices can be connected to the USB port for purposes such as using and charging a USB-compatible products.

Connect to the correct port for the connector shape of the USB device that you are connecting.

USB-A Port

USB-C Port

USB-A Port

You can connect a USB-compatible product* for use with mPOP.
* USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

You can also connect the cable for the USB device you are using to the USB-A port (0.5 A) in order to charge the USB device (maximum 2.5 W).

A USB cable for connection to the USB-A port is not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available USB cable (or one included with the USB device).

Caution

Only one barcode reader and one customer display can be connected to each printer.

Available only if your application (or system) supports barcode reader and customer display. Please check with your application (or system) provider for support status.

1. Connect the USB cable

Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-A port (0.5 A) located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

2. Route the USB cable

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Connect Cables.

Note

Only USB-compatible products* can communicate with mPOP through the USB-A port (0.5 A).
* USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

Use Barcode Reader

Use Customer Display

USB-C Port

You can connect the cable for the USB device you are using to the USB-C port (15 W) in order to charge the USB device (maximum 15 W). You can also connect a USB-compatible product* for use with mPOP if the product includes a USB-C port or if the connection was converted to a USB-C port.
* USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

A USB cable for connection to the USB-C port is not included in the accessories. Use a commercially available USB cable (or one included with the USB device).

Caution

For the USB cable (C-C), use a cable that conforms to the USB2.0 standard, supports current of 3.0 A or higher, and is no longer than 2 m. If a cable which does not conform to the specifications is used, charging may not occur correctly.

If you want to charge an iOS or Android device at the same time when it is communicating with the host device via Bluetooth or the USB-B port, connect Bluetooth or the USB-B port and host device first.

Charging may not be possible depending on the type of USB device you are using. When charging is not possible, please use the charger included with the USB device.

1. Connect the USB cable

Connect the USB cable connector to the USB-C port (15 W) located on the bottom of the mPOP unit.

2. Route the USB cable

There are 2 cable outlets to the right and left, and should be wired according to where the main unit and the peripherals are placed.
For details, refer to Connect Cables.

Note

Only USB-compatible products* can communicate with mPOP through the USB-C port (15 W).
* USB-compatible products: BCR-POP1, SCD222U or USB HID class (keyboard mode) devices

When connecting a BCR-POP1 or SCD222U to the USB-C port, a USB conversion adapter (A-C) is required.

Use Barcode Reader

Use Customer Display

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