This article is a manual to configure a BOCA printer.
BOCA printers are designed for environments where efficient, high-quality ticketing is essential. Their durable construction and fast, reliable output make them ideal for handling high-volume ticketing needs.
Prerequisites:
The printer is connected to a power source using the attached power cable (1).
The printer is connected to a POS terminal using a USB-B cable (2).
📒 NOTE
We can assure expected printer capabilities only if a USB-B connection is used.
Printer Ports
📗 TIP
Future integrations will include connection to a cash drawer using the RJ12 port (3).
Create Printer Config
To connect your BOCA printer with a Ventrata POS system, start by creating a config and assigning it to a terminal within the Ventrata dashboard.
In the Ventrata dashboard, go to Ticket Terminals > Configs.
Configs
Press the + New Config button.
New Config
Select 'Template Printer' from the list.
Template Printer
Enter a name for the config.
Config Name
Select 'Boca FGL' printer type.
Printer Type - Boca FGL
Select 'USB' protocol.
Protocol - USB
Press the Create Config button.
Create Config
Add BOCA Config to Terminal
In the Ventrata dashboard, go to Ticket Terminals > Terminals.
Terminals
Select an existing terminal or create a new one.
Scroll down the terminal form and select the BOCA template printer config you created above.
Configs
Press the Update Terminal button.
Update Terminal
Printer Template
Receipt templates for BOCA printers require specialised formatting due to the unique printing technology and capabilities of these devices, which are commonly used for their high-speed and high-quality output.
Create custom receipt templates for your BOCA printer following the steps in this article.