Sam4s ER-260EJ - Program Mode Configuration; Overview of Program Mode

104 • Program Mode Programming Sam4s ER-260EJ/256EJ OP Manual v1.20
Program Mode Programming
Overview
Most register programming takes place in program mode (the control lock is placed in the PGM
position.) Programs here include:
 PLU – Set PLU prices, descriptors and options. Also, assign PLU’s to groups, link to
other PLU’s, assign to mix and match groups, set stock levels and set additional
options
 Group – Groups collect sales from sets of items (PLU’s) Set descriptors and options
for groups here.
 Function Key – Set descriptors, entry limits and specific options related to each
function key you may be using.
 Options – Set options related to the operation of your register.
 Employee (Clerk) – Set names, codes and assignments for each clerk.
 Time – Set the register date and time.
 Taxes – Set tax rates or tables can be set for each of four possible taxes. Value added
taxes and GST (Canada) can be set.
 Messages – Set receipt messages and report descriptors
 Mix & Match – Set up discounts such as “buy 2 and get $1 off”.
 Program Scans – Print a record of you register program.
Default Programming
Each SAM4s ECR is ready to use after un-boxing, loading the paper and completing the memory all
clear procedure (see “Clearing Memory” on page 27.)
 All keyboard PLU’s are nontaxable and preset, with a “0” price.
 All system options are set to default. Change only the options that will deviate from
default programming.
 All programming (unless otherwise noted) is done with the control lock in the PGM
position. Each section details a specific area of register programming.