Donation Station Express: First time setup
Check that you have received all the items.
Items included in the box with all Express orders are:
MP200 card reader
Card reader enclosure
5v 1a USB plug
Power cable
Optional accessories specified at the point of order are:
Spare battery
Security lock.
Remove the card reader from the enclosure. The device is shipped inside the enclosure to keep it secure.
To remove, turn the enclosure around so you are looking at the rear and locate the locking screw on the right.
Unscrew the lock by turning it anticlockwise. You do not need to unscrew it all the way.
Slide the tray out using the handle to access the card reader. If you ever need to remove the card reader from the tray, there is a hole in the rear that allows you to push it out.
Switch the card reader on by holding down the power button for a few seconds.
To take donations online, first connect the device to an internet network.
IMPORTANT
If you plan on fundraising in an area where there is no internet connection available, you will need to ensure that you switch to Offline Mode BEFORE fundraising. If the device is not connected to the internet and not in Offline mode then transactions will fail.
See How to use Express Mode Offline for more information.
From the home screen, press the yellow button on the pin pad.
Use the arrow and green button on the pin pad to enter the Connectivity menu.
Select Wi-Fi from the menu to bring up a list of available networks.
Select the desired network and use the pin pad to enter the network password.
Once connected, the device will return to the home screen.
To enter Express mode:
From the home screen, press the red button.
Enter the manager passcode. If you do not know what this is, then speak with your manager or contact our support team.
Select Enter Express Mode from the menu.
Enter the desired amount that you wish to take donations for and press the green button.
Place the device back in the enclosure. Remember that at this point the device is ready to accept contactless payments so be careful not to place the card reader near any of your contactless payment methods (like a smart watch, phone, or contactless card).
Once in the enclosure, connect any of the accessories like power cable and/or security lock. Without mains power, the device battery should last for around 3 hours before it needs charging again.
Useful links:
Donation Station Express: How do I enter specific characters when entering my network password?