This article is a manual on how to configure the PAX A35 PINpad.
The PAX A35 is a high-performance PINpad, easily integrated into desktop POS systems.
Prerequisites:
The device is configured in the PAX store.
The device is assembled and connected to the network via ethernet cable.
The device is plugged into a power outlet or fully charged.
The
Ventrata terminal app is pushed to the device.
Set up Device with Viva Wallet
Open the
Viva Wallet app.
Allow all permissions on the screen for full functionality.
Permission Check
Once Ethernet is connected, tap the Continue button.
Continue
Select the device language.
Device Language Selection
When connected, on the activation screen, press the User Activation Code button.
User Activation Code
Copy the code displayed on the screen.
Activation Code
On your computer, log into your Viva Wallet Members page.
Go to Sales > Physical Payments.
Select 'Card Terminals'.
Card Terminals
Press the New Card Terminal button.
New Card Terminal
Copy the activation code into the 'Device code' field.
Then, press Next.
Next
Check the account name on the device.
Press the Continue button if the account name is correct.
Continue
The set up is successfully completed when the Viva Wallet menu appears onscreen.
VivaWallet Menu
Return to the main screen.
The
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Watch this video how to assemble and set up the PAX A35 payment terminal:
Create Terminal
The PAX A35 is used in Command Only mode with the Ventrata terminal app. To use the device, create a terminal entry for the device in the Ventrata dashboard.
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Learn more about Command Only mode.
Go to Ticket Terminals > Terminals.
Terminals
If you use Destinations, select the destination for which you want to add the new terminal.
Destination
Press the + New Terminal button.
New Terminal
Enter ‘Name’.
Terminal Name
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Make sure to enter a descriptive name so the device is easily recognised in the list.
Enter the device’s serial number.
Serial Number
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You can find the Serial Number on the back of the device (copy the number following S/N).
Serial Number
Check or change the destination in which the terminal device will be used.
Destination
Select the appropriate payment gateway.
Gateway
Select the Command only mode.
Mode - Command Only
Assign a location to the device.
Location
Press the Create Terminal button.
Create Terminal
Assign the newly created payment terminal to the POS it is attached to.
Configs