Thank you for purchasing our Frontier Touch Terminal. This terminal
offers highly enhanced features, with easy connection to various optional
devices for optimal performance. This user manual describes how to setup
and connect your terminal.
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• Read the safety notices and the User Manual carefully before using the
• Keep the box and packaging in case the product needs to be shipped in
• Follow the product and warning label instructions.
• Any changes or modifications that do not follow the instructions in this
All rights reserved. This product and related documentation are protected
by copyright and are distributed under licenses restricting their use,
copying, and distribution. No part of this documentation may be
reproduced in any form by any means without prior written authorization
of the manufacturer and its licensors, if any.
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product.
the future.
manual will void this product's warranty.
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• To avoid electric shocks, disconnect the power cord from the electrical
outlet before relocating the system.
• Make sure the voltage of the power outlet conforms within voltage range
of the terminal. Failure to comply may cause the electric shock or
damage to the terminal. If you are not sure of the electricity voltage that
you are using, contact your local electricity company.
• To avoid fire or electric shocks, do not overload electric power outlets.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plug, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
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Preface
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• Keep this manual for future reference.
• Keep this equipment from moisture and dust.
• Place the equipment on a stable surface before setting it up.
• If there is any of the following situation arise, notify a qualified service
technician immediately:
• Do not block any ventilation openings to prevent the equipment from
overheat.
• Do not leave the equipment in a non air-conditioned environment
where the storage temperature may go above 60°C (140°F), as this can
cause damage to the equipment.
The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has been spilt on to the equipment.
The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
The equipment does not function normally.
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• Gently wipe screen with a clean soft hair lens brush, or a lint-free cloth.
• Do not apply pressure to the screen while cleaning.
• Do not spray any liquid directly onto the screen or the casing of the
• Chemical cleaners have been reported to cause damage on the screen
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• The technical descriptions and specifications of the equipment are
• For safety reasons, wear gloves when assembling the product.
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limit of a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
switching the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the interference receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance of separation between the equipment and
interference receiver.
• Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the interference receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING:
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics
card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or
modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Congratulations on your purchase of this POS terminal. Your easy-to-use POS
terminal is designed to help you enhance your business flexibility by offering a
superior customer experience.
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ULV Lite
Counter space-saver
Model
CPU VIA Eden 1GHz (Fan-less) VIA C7 1.5 GHz ~ 2.0 GHz
Chipset VIA CN700 + 8237R+
HDD
Storage devices
Serial Port
USB port
Powered USB
DC Output for
peripherals
Frontier ULV 1.0 Frontier ULV 1.5 ~ 2.0
Lite Pro Lite Pro
2.5” x 1 2.5” / 3.5 “ x 1 2.5” x 1 2.5” / 3.5 “ x 1
3 (Touch &
MSR I/F
included)
None
None
LV Pr
Powerful expansion capability
Dual dis
CF memory card
DOM (Disk On Module)
6 (Touch &
MSR I/F
included)
5 (USB Ver. 2.0)
2 (1 x 12V/ 1 x
24V)
DC 12V & DC
24V plug
3 (Touch &
MSR I/F
included)
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6 (Touch &
MSR I/F
included)
2 (1 x 12V/ 1 x
24V)
DC 12V & DC
24V plug
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Chapter 1 — Welcome
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The rear panel view, with the input and output ports, is shown in the
illustration.
Upper I/O Ports (ULV Lite/ Pro)
1 Line Out
2 LAN port
3 USB port x 2
4 COM 3
5 CF Card slot
6 2
7 K/B, M/S Combo port
8 24V DC input
DESCRIPTION
nd
VGA port (ULV
Pro only)
Lower I/O Ports (ULV Pro only)
1 Powered USB 24V
2 Powered USB 12V
3 COM 4
4 LPT Port
5 COM 5 (RJ45 for
6 Cash Drawer Port
7 12V DC output
8 24V DC output
DESCRIPTION
customer display)
(COM 6)
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Chapter 1 — Welcome
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ICON FUNCTION
1
2 Power LEDRed: Standby mode.
3
4
5
6
Brightness +
Brightness –
Speaker +
Speaker –
Press the Power button to start up the system.
Press the Power button for 4 seconds to shut down the system
from hardware.
Press the Power button and “Brightness +” button for 4-6
seconds to reset the system from the hardware.
Green: System start up.
Press the “Brightness +” and “Brightness –” button to active the
adjustment mode, then press Brightness +” and “Brightness –”
button for brightness adjustment. The setting will be saved after
releasing the button for 6 seconds.
Press the “Speaker +” and “Speaker –” button to active the
adjustment mode, then press “Speaker +” and “Speaker –”
button for brightness adjustment. The setting will be saved after
releasing the button for 6 seconds.
Note:
Press the “Brightness –” and “Speaker +” to restore the factory default setting.
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Chapter 1 — Welcome
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This POS terminal comes equipped with the following features:
Noise-free • The fan-less, noise free design of the Frontier ULV
Low power
consumption
Saving cost of
ownership
Compact size/
Aesthetic
design
Dust/waterproof
is ideal for noise-intolerant environment such as
hospitals, museum, and SPA resorts, etc.
• ULV (Ultra Low Voltage) design of the device is
embedded with a unique chip set and CPU renders
power saving function.
• Modular design provides the owner with the
following benefits: (a) cost effectiveness, (b)
customization flexibility, and (c) easy maintenance.
• Slimmest in the POS industry standard (24 mm).
This elegant, economic POS system features a sleek,
compact design base that saves counter space and
adds appeal to the service environment.
• Frontier ULV series features a highly durable,
rigorously tested design that is reliable and
dependable in rugged environments.
WEPOS/XPE
solution
Environment
protection
Higher
stability
• Solution is recommended to be bundled with
embedded solution for high performance and other
added values.
• Environmental friendly, RoHS compliant product.
• The Frontier ULV has a longer overall system
MTBF to provide a higher stability during
operation.
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Chapter 1 — Welcome
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Before setting up your Frontier ULV, check that the package contains the
following items. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your
vendor immediately.
Frontier Touch
AC Power Cord Power Adapter
Terminal
Customer Display
(optional)
2nd Customer Display
(optional)
Magnetic Stripe
Reader (optional)
Accessory Package
1. Screws (black) for MSR x 1
2. Driver CD disc
3. User's Manual
4. DC24V power cable (Pro only)
5. PS/2 COMBO Y cable
6. USB rubber cove
7. Cable clamp
8. P.E. sheet
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This chapter describes how to install the optional accessories on your Frontier
Touch Terminal for optimal serviceability.
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Before you start installing your Frontier ULV, please read the following notices
carefully.
1. The Frontier ULV does not support PCI slot.
2. Do not plug in or unplug any interior devices, such as memory module or
any function card, when the ATX PSU is powered on.
3. The LAN chipset uses RTL 8139/810x family network adapter. The
Terminal has be built-in the PXE Boot ROM function within the BIOS to
execute Boot ROM already.
4. For installation and compatibility, using the DDR RAM Module from the
original manufacturer is recommended.
5. The USB device connector is Hot Swap. Do not plug in or unplug any
connectors other than USB devices when the power is on.
6. The spill proof design of Frontier ULV conforms to IP-43 standard.
7. Do not insert or remove any devices or components from the Frontier ULV
while the power is on.
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Default settings for Frontier Touch Terminal serial ports
COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 COM 5 COM 6
IRQ 4 IRQ 3 IRQ 5 IRQ 10 IRQ 5 IRQ 10
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Chapter 2 — Getting Started
Preset voltage setting for MSR
1. The MSR default setting is ISO Track 1 & 2. (For customized track settings,
advise the manufacturer before production.)
2. In event of any requirement to change the setting of the MSR, run Setting
utility in the driver CD provided in the accessory package.
3. The normal swiping card speed of the MSR is 10 to 100 cm/sec. (based on
the ISO 7812 standard).
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Connector with
Voltage Output
COM 1 for External input
device interface
COM 2 for Touch Panel
interface
COM 3 for extension
interface (9
COM 4 for extension
interface (9
COM 5 for Pole Display
(RJ-45)
COM 6 for Cash Drawer
driving (Pulse)
DC 12V Powered USB for
peripherals
DC 24V Powered USB for
peripherals
*2nd LCD Monitor Power
Connector (DC Plug)
*DC 24V Printer Power
Connector (Hosiden
3PIN)
Note:
• None of the COM Port current loading should exceed DC 5V/3A+ DC 12V/2A.
• DC 12V /24V powered USB should not be used with 12V DC plug and 24V Hosiden
at the same time.
• When 2nd Display uses 12V DC plug, the thermal printer can NOT use the 24V
Hosiden simultaneously.
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PIN of DB-9)
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PIN of DB-9)
Location Average current Pack current
LCD Panel Side
LCD Panel Side DC 5V / 0.3A DC 5V / 0.5A
LCD Panel Side
(On Mother Card)
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
Internal connector
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
Bottom side (On
Interface Board)
DC 5V / 0.5A,
DC 12V / 0.5A
DC 5V / 0.3A,
DC 12V / 0.5A
DC 5V / 0.3A,
DC 12V / 0.5A
DC 5V/ 1A
DC 12V/ 1A
DC 12V / 1A
DC 24V / 1A
DC 12V / 1.5A DC 12V / 2.5A
DC 24V/ 1.5A DC 24V / 2A
DC 12V / 1.5A DC 12V / 2.5A
DC 24V/ 1.5A DC 24V / 2A
DC 5V / 1A,
DC 12V / 0.5A
DC 5V / 0.5A,
DC 12V / 1A
DC 5V / 0.5A,
DC 12V / 1A
DC 5V / 1A,
DC 12V / 1A
DC 12V / 1A,
DC 24V / 1A
To install the adapter and Internet cable for Pro type, do the following:
1. Take out the cable clamps from the accessory package and attach them to
the position as shown. Connect the Internet RJ 45 cable and the power
cable to the connectors and arrange the cables in the clamps.
RJ 45
connector
Cable
clamp
Power adapter
connector
2. Replace the extension base cover with two M3 screws and then affix the
stand cover to the base with three M3 screws.