This article is a manual on how to configure a Zebra scanner for use with a terminal device running the Ventrata terminal app. Learn how to create a scanner config in the Ventrata dashboard and apply the necessary settings using printed barcodes. Before you begin, read our article on how to assemble a POS terminal using a Zebra scanner.
Prerequisites:
The scanner is connected to the terminal via a USB cable.
The
Ventrata terminal app is installed on the terminal.
A printer is connected to the terminal device.
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When connected to Elo POS terminals, a Zebra scanner is automatically detected. When that is the case, jump to the Configure Zebra Scanner.
Create Scanner Config
In the Ventrata dashboard, go to Ticket Terminals > Configs.
Configs
In the action bar, press the + New Config button.
New Config
Select 'Scanner' from the list.
Scanner
Enter a name for the config.
Config Name
Select the USB protocol.
USB Protocol
Press the Create Config button.
Create Config
Configure Zebra Scanner
Open the
Go to the
Settings page.Press the Print Zebra config button to print out two barcodes.
In the terminal app, go to the Scan page.
Scan the first barcode to set scanner factory defaults.
Set Factory Defaults
Once the device finished processing the first barcode, scan the second barcode.
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Then, restart the terminal device.
The Zebra device is configured.