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- How to lock down your BarTender Templates - BarTender 2021 R4
- Epson Colorworks CW-C4000: Easy Color Label Printing
- What Are The Differences Between Epson Colorworks Printers
- Daytona All-In-One POS Computer Product Review - A Top-of-Line Computer at an Affordable Price
- Epson TM-M30III Thermal Receipt Printer - Should You Upgrade Your Printer?
- Use Ruby Verifone and Need a Scanner?
- What you need to know when upgrading to Bartender 2022
- How to set up Wi-Fi dongle for Star CloudPRNT, WebPRNT, or AirPRNT
- When Should You Use a Dymo Label Printer?
- A Developer's Quick Guide to Star CloudPRNT - Star Micronics CloudPRNT Q&A
How to lock down your BarTender Templates - BarTender 2021 R4
By: POSGuys Support - 9/20/2023
How to Secure and Lock Down your Label Templates by setting user permissions in BarTender 2021 R4. Step 1: Open BarTender Designer Open the BarTender Designer software and select the label template you want to secure. Step 2: Access Document Password Settings Go to File in the menu. Select BarTender Document Password. Step 3: Set User Password A prompt will appear. Set a user password and confirm it. Optionally, you can also type in a hint. Step 4: Configure Protected Actions Below the password fields, you'll find a list of "Protected Actions." Choose the a...
Epson Colorworks CW-C4000: Easy Color Label Printing
By: Colton Redtfeldt - 8/3/2023
The Epson Colorworks C4000 inkjet label printer is the entry-level model for Epson’s line of inkjet label printers and is by far one of their most popular models in that line. It stands out from our other label printer offerings because of its unique printing mechanism, which involves using thousands of tiny nozzles to spray ink directly onto the label, much like the traditional desktop inkjet printers you're probably familiar with. This is in contrast to thermal label printers which utilize either heat to imprint on thermally-sensitive paper or rely on a roll of black ribbon that adheres to ...
What Are The Differences Between Epson Colorworks Printers
By: POSGuys - 7/31/2023
Epson's PrecisionCore technology is a game-changer in the world of printing, offering unparalleled speed, quality, and exceptional durability. Built on the unique Thin Film Piezo (TFP) technology, PrecisionCore delivers high-speed, high-quality printing across a wide range of applications. Engineered for reliability, it produces crisp, photo-quality color labels on demand, at up to 1200 dpi resolution. It also enables the use of various ink types, including UV inks, which offer vibrant colors and exceptional durability, even after extended exposure to the elements. Whether you're printing hi...
Daytona All-In-One POS Computer Product Review - A Top-of-Line Computer at an Affordable Price
By: POSGuys - 7/31/2023
The Daytona all-in-one computer from manufacture Custom America is the successor to our very popular TP6 all-in-one, previously produced by Custom America under their former company name, POS-X. Several differences set the Daytona apart from the TP6, and in addition to these improvements, the Daytona offers a slightly more affordable price, coming in at a few hundred dollars less than its predecessor. Specs & Performance One of the most notable upgrades of the Daytona is its updated internal components. The computer offers three processor options: a Celeron J3455 @2.3GHz, a Core i3-8145 @3.9...
Epson TM-M30III Thermal Receipt Printer - Should You Upgrade Your Printer?
By: POSGuys - 7/24/2023
The Epson TM-M30III is the newest addition to Epson's mobility POS-focused line of stationary receipt printers. This printer is the direct successor to the TM-M30II, and while they share some similarities, there are some notable differences that we'll explore in this blog post. What's Different Between the M30III and its Predecessor: As the direct successor to the TM-M30II, the TM-M30III shares many features with its predecessor. However, there are some notable differences. The TM-M30III boasts a faster printing speed (12 inches per second compared to 10 inches pers second, a slightly diffe...
Use Ruby Verifone and Need a Scanner?
By: POSGuys Support - 6/15/2023
This quick guide simplifies your selection on Scanners & Cables compatible with Ruby Verifone by providing convenient links to products and setup guides. Even though Ruby Verifone recommends industry-standard scanners, their Custom-Built Computers will prevent you from making use of the very cables provided by those manufacturers! What this means to you is if you are shopping for a new or replacement scanner that would normally work, it will not work with your Ruby Verifone Setup! Below are scanners and resources POSGuys has identified over the years that we freely...
What you need to know when upgrading to Bartender 2022
By: POSGuys Support - 5/15/2023
What you need to know when upgrading to Bartender 2022 More Flexibility New BarTender REST API – only available with BarTender 2022 Connect to any business system (ERP, WMS, MES, etc.) Automate your labeling workflow Printing operations, label template management, label printing 60+ actions available to run programmatically Flexible printer licensing – add on any number of printers anytime No new PKC needed More Mobility New BarTender Mobile App – only compatible with BarTender 2022 Print from anywhere, an...
How to set up Wi-Fi dongle for Star CloudPRNT, WebPRNT, or AirPRNT
By: POSGuys - 4/6/2023
In this guide we'll cover all the steps you need to take to set up a star wireless printer with a USB WI-FI dongle. This is only compatible with printers that are using the IFBD-HI01x/02xinterface card. This setup is not compatible with the WiFi Dongle 30907200 - which is included in newer CloudPRNT printers like the TSP100IV and mC-Print series. That setup guide can be found here. Supported Printers: TSP654II, TSP700II, TSP800II, SP700 Supported Interfaces: CloudPRNT, AirPRNT, and WebPRNT with a Wi-Fi dongle Supported Environments: Any OS Devices Needed: Host device (Windows, Linux, Mac Compu...
When Should You Use a Dymo Label Printer?
By: POSGuys - 4/5/2023
<span style=“font-size: 100%;”>Are you a small business owner looking to improve your labeling process? Are you considering a Dymo Printer? Depending on how big your business is, it might make sense to explore other options. While Dymo label printers are a popular choice for small businesses, they may not be the best fit for everyone. If you’re running a larger operation, or need more advanced labeling features, a commercial-focused printer like a Zebra or Honeywell label printer might be a better choice. <span style=“font-size: 100%;”>Here are some of the downsides small businesse...
A Developer's Quick Guide to Star CloudPRNT - Star Micronics CloudPRNT Q&A
By: POSGuys - 3/23/2023
We’ve received a lot of questions from software developers lately asking us for our advice on how they should integrate a receipt printer into their POS software. We wanted to get these questions answered by bonafide professionals so compiled all the most commonly-received questions and hosted a Q&A session with Star Micronics, one of the largest receipt printer manufacturers in the industry. Here are the key takeaways from our conversation: Key Takeaways 1. CloudPRNT is a new offering from Star Micronics that makes it easier for software developers to print directly through a cloud ser...