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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Declaration of Conformity
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.
2. 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 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 turning the equipment
off and on, 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:
Use the included AC power cord so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
If you use other cables, it may cause interference with radio and television reception.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING:
This is a equipment of Class A. This device could cause interferences in residential areas; in the case of interferences
it can be demand from the user to provide appropriate solutions for it.
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.
RoHS
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BEFORE YOU PROCEED
Read the safety notices and the User Manual carefully before using the product.
Keep the box and packaging in case the product needs to be shipped in the future.
Follow the product and warning label instructions.
For safety reasons, only qualified service personnel should open the terminal.
Any changes or modifications that do not follow the instructions in this manual will void
this product/s warranty.
! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In the interest of safety, please observe the following precautions:
Power Requirement:
This product is designed to operate on 110~240V AC 50/60Hz in Europe.
Never connect to any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency.
! POWER SUPPLY SAFETY NOTICE
Disconnect this terminal from the AC outlet before cleaning. Use only a moistened cloth for
cleaning.
Check the voltage of the power source when connecting the equipment to the power
outlet. 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 electric shocks, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet before
relocating the system.
Do not overload electric power outlets to avoid fire or electric shocks.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plug.
If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the mains to
avoid damage.
Never allow liquid into ventilation openings. This could cause fire or electrical shock.
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! OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Keep the User Manual for future reference.
Follow the product label instructions.
Lay this terminal Upside down on a stable safe surface when installing. Heavy objects
placed on the product can cause damage or obstruct proper ventilation.
If one of the following situations arises, notify a qualified service technician immediately:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. The terminal has been dropped and damaged.
c. The terminal does not function according to the user manual.
d. The terminal has obvious signs of damage.
Do not place the unit where with high humidity and dust. They can cause extensive
damage. Avoid places where unit is likely to be exposed to oily fumes and vapors.
Places exposed to direct sunlight, or near heating appliances can attain extremely high
temperatures, which may deform the cabinet, or can become a prime cause of damage.
The operating ambient temperature range is 0 ゚ C to 35 ゚ C F ( 41 ゚ F - 95 ゚), and humidity of
10% - 90%. When using the unit on the system rack, be sure to keep this ambient
temperature inside the range.
Avoid shaky places or hot-springs areas where hydrogen sulfide and acidic ions are likely to
be generated.
When transporting this unit, make sure it is not likely to be subjected to impacts. They can
COBRA15 with second 7”,10” LCD monitor and 7” customer display
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COBRA15 with
i-
Button
reader
COBRA15 with A
DDIMAT reader
COBRA15 with 2D Image
s
can
ner COBRA15 with
Fingerprint
reader
COBRA15 with second 15” LCD monitor
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COBRA15 with VFD customer display
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1.2b Dimensions of COBRA15 and its optional peripherals
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15” COBRA15 dimensions:
15” COBRA15 with MSR+RFID integrated:
15” COBRA15 with VFD customer display
integrated:
15” COBRA15 with 15” second LCD monitor
integrated:
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15” COBRA15 with ADDIMAT/i-Button/
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15” COBRA15 with second 10” LCD monitor
Fingerprint/ 2D image scanner integrated:
and 7” 4-Line customer display integrated:
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1.3 Features of COBRA15
Low power consumption LV (Low Voltage) design of the device is embedded
with a unique chipset and CPU renders power saving
function.
Saving cost of ownership Modular design provides the owner with the
following benefits:
(a) cost effectiveness,
(b) customization flexibility, and
(c) Easy maintenance.
Dust/water proof COBRA15 features a highly durable, rigorously tested
design that is reliable and dependable in rugged
environments.
Environment protection
Environmental friendly, RoHS compliant product.
High Stability COBRA15 has a longer overall system MTBF to
provide a higher stability during operation.
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1.4 IO Interface
IO interface is located at the bottom of the display. To clearly see IO interface you must remove
the cable cover.
B
Chart of the connector panel:
A C
D
E F
G
H
I
Item No Description
A Power DC-IN 12V
B PS/2 Keyboard / Mice Output
C 4 USB 2.0 Port
D Gigabit - LAN Port
E RJ-12 Cash drawer port
F
G VGA OUT
H Power DC-OUT 12V (36W Max)
I LPT Port (default) or one USB Port (optional)
COM1 –COM4 Serial Ports (the serial ports for BIOS Setup 0/ +5V/ +12V-1A MAX
power output ,RJ-45 on PIN5 and D-SUB9 on PIN9)
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2. Hardware setup
Getting Started
This section describes how to install or to replace accessories and component on your COBRA15.
2.1 Pre-installation notice
Before you start installing COBRA15 terminal, please read the following notices carefully.
1. COBRA15 terminal 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 system power is still on.
3. For installation and compatibility, DDR3 RAM Module provided by the manufacturer is strongly
recommended.
4. The USB device connector is Hot Swap. Do not plug in or unplug any connectors other than
USB devices when the power is still on.
5. Do not insert or remove any devices or components from COBRA15 while the power is still on.
6. Please make sure that flat touch screen will be well protected by soft pad on working table.
When positioning COBRA15 with display facing downwards.
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2.2 General information
2.2.1 COM port power voltage
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Warning!!Please check with your device provider for correct power voltage
for each accessory. Incorrect power voltage setting can cause damage on
device and terminal.
Step 1: Please switch on COBRA15; BIOS message appears on the screen and the memory count
begins. After the memory test, the message “Press DEL to run setup” will appear on the screen.
Please press “DEL” on the keyboard to enter into BIOS.
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Step 2: Select “Serial Port Power Control Configuration” from the Tab “Advanced”.
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Step 3: Please check with your device provider for correct voltage on accessory and select correct
power voltage for the accessory.
Please NOTE that the default voltage is 0V.
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Step 4: Please press “ESC” on the keyboard to go back to main screen of BIOS and select
”Save Change and Reset” from the Tab”Save & Exit”. Please select “Yes” to exit BIOS.
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2.2.2 Cash drawer power voltage
Step 1: Please switch on COBRA15; BIOS message appears on the screen and the memory count
begins. After the memory test, the message “Press DEL to run setup” will appear on the screen.
Step 2: Please select “Cash drawer VC Control” from the Tab “Advanced”.
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Step 3: Please check with your Cash Drawer provider for the correct voltage on Cash Drawer and
select correct power voltage for Cash Drawer.
Please NOTE that the default voltage for Cash drawer port is +24V.
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Step 4: Please press “ESC” on the keyboard to go back to main screen of BIOS and select “Save
Change and Reset” from the Tab ”Save & Exit”. Please select “Yes” to exit BIOS.
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in place
.
2.3 Hardware assembly
Please make sure that the system power is turned off and the power supply is disconnected when
making any hardware changes to COBRA15.
2.3.1 HDD + SSD
Step 1: Pleaseremove the HDD
screw.
Step 3: Dismounting HDD from the tray
requires two screws to be removed.
Step 2: Please pull out and retrieve
HDD or SSD.
Step 4: Then remove HDD or SSD
from the tray.
Step 5: Please insert new HDD or SSD
into the tray.
Step 6: Please tighten left and right
screws indicated below to fix HDD or SSD
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Step 7: Please push in HDD or SSD into the terminal
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Step 8: Please tighten the circled
where indicated below.
screw to complete the installation.
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2.3.2 Memory
Step 1: Please remove four screws indicated
Step 2: Please see below where RAM
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below to expose memory module.
NOTE:
The memory is located in the upper portion of MB.(When replacing the memory module,
please make sure that the memory is properly positioned and snapped into place)!
DDR3-1
module can be reached for replacement.
DDR3-0
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Please follow the instructions below to change memory on COBRA15.
1. Make sure that the terminal and all other peripherals which are connected to the terminal
have been powered down and unplugged.
2. Disconnect all power cords and cables.
3. Locate the SO-DIMM socket on the system board.
NOTE the key on the socket. The key ensures the module can be plugged into the socket in only
one direction.
5. Grasping the module by its edges, align the module into the socket at an approximately 30
degrees on the socket. The contact fingers on the edge of the module will almost completely
disappear inside the socket.
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7. Push down the module until the clips at each end of the socket lock into position. You will hear
a distinctive click, indicating the module is correctly locked into position.
Clip
Clip
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2.3.3 Mini-PCI-E m-SATA SSD
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Step 1: Please position the terminal as shown below
on a working table with “soft protective pad”.
Step 3: Please remove the circled six
screws.
Step 2: Please remove cable cover by
sliding it downwards.
Push Push
Step 4: Please disconnect and remove all the
connected cables from IO interface and unscrew
the HDD screw.
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hard disk.
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Step 6: The back cover can now be removed. Step 5: Please unplug and remove the
Step 7: Mini PCI-E Connecter can then be found where circled.
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Step 8: Connect Pin Head and push header directly into Mini PCI-E Connecter.
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Step 9: Please reverse step 1~6 to assemble the terminal.
Only authorized system engineers are advised to disassemble the device.
Please be aware that unauthorized modifications will void your warranty.
You are advised to contact your authorized supplier for technical support.
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2.3.3 CF card
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Step 1: Please position the terminal as shown below
on a working table with “soft protective pad”.
Step 3: Please remove the circled six
screws.
Step 2: Please remove cable cover by
sliding it downwards.
Push Push
Step 4: Please disconnect and remove all the
connected cables from IO interface and unscrew
the HDD screw.
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Step 5: Please unplug and remove the hard
disk.
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Step 6: The back cover can now be removed.
Step 7: CF card slot can then be found where circled.
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Step 8: Please push CF card directly in place.
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Step 9: Please reverse step 1~6 to assemble the terminal.
Only authorized system engineers are advised to disassemble the device.
Please be aware that unauthorized modifications will void your warranty.
You are advised to contact your authorized supplier for technical support.
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2.4 Optional peripherals installation
2.4.1 MSR + RFID
Step 1: Please position the terminal as shown below on a working table with “soft protective pad”.
Step 2: Please remove MSR cover to find USB connecter.
Step 3: Please refer to the chart below for P/N assignment of USB. Terminal does not support P/S2
interface.
MSR RFID
Pin No function Pin No function
9 GND 10 5V
7 GND 8 Data -
4 Data + 6 Data +
3 Data - 4 GND
1 5V 2 GND
1
2
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Step 4: Please tightly plug in the connector into USB pin header in correct orientation.
Step 5: Please sort the cable inside MSR housing and lock the two screws indicated below.
Step 6: Integration completed.
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2.4.2 2-Line VFD customer display
Step 1: Please remove four screws indicated below.
Step 2: Please remove four screws indicated below to release the display cover.
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Step 3: Please check interface of VFD customer
display.
Step 4: Please fix VFD to function cover as
shown below.
Cable should be led through the alignment hole.
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Step 5: Please screw four screws indicated below to fix VFD customer display on to function cover.
Step 6: Please refer to the follow drawing and adjust the jumper (JP7) on the motherboard to
provide +5V/ +12V power for VFD customer display.
NOTE: The device can choose either RS232 (as default) or USB (optional). Please contact your
device provider for correct interface.
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Step 7: Please screw four screws indicated below to install VFD customer display to COBRA15.
Step 8: Integration completed.
Only authorized system engineers are advised to disassemble the device.
Please be aware that unauthorized modifications will void your warranty.
You are advised to contact your authorized supplier for technical support.
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2.4.3 i-Button reader
Step 1: Please position the terminal as shown below on a working table with “soft protective pad”.
Step 2: Please remove four screws indicated below.
Step 3: Please remove the peripheral cover
as shown below.
Step 4: Please check the interface of i-Button before integration.
NOTE: The device can choose either RJ-45 (RS232) as default or USB (optional). Please contact
with your device provider for correct interface.
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Step 5: Please position the terminal as shown
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Step 6: Please follow arrows in below
below on soft protective pad and screw four screws
diagram to sort the cable of i-Button.
indicated in below diagram.
Step 7: Please remove cable cover by sliding it downwards.
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Step 8: If interface of i-Button is RJ45(RS232), please connect cable to COM1~COM4 which is RJ-45
type. If interface of i-Button is USB, please connect cable directly to USB port.
Step 9: Please assemble the cover back.
Step 10:Integration completed.
Step 11: If interface of i-Button is COM port, please refer to 2.2.1 to change the power of COM
port from 0 to +5V.
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2.4.4 ADDIMAT reader
Step 1: Please position the terminal as shown below on a working table with “soft protective pad”.
Step 2: Please remove four screws indicated below.
Step 4: Please see below diagram of ADDIMAT reader.
Step 3: Please remove the peripheral cover
as shown below.
Step 5: Please properly fit ADDIMAT reader
to where circled.
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Step 6: Please position the terminal as shown
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Step 7: Please follow arrows in below diagram
below on soft protective pad and screw four screws
to sort cable of ADDIMAT reader.
indicated in below diagram.
Step 8: Please remove cable cover by sliding it downwards.
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Step 9: Please use RJ45 to D-SUB9 converter cable to connect with original cable from ADDIMAT
reader and then connect converter cable to COM1~4.
Step 10: Please fix the cable cover back to the terminal.
Step 10:Integration completed.
Step 11: If interface of ADDIMAT reader is COM, please refer to 2.2.1 to change the power of COM