User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- VX 520 Installation Guide
- Contents
- Preface
- Terminal Overview
- Terminal Setup
- VX 520 Setup
- Selecting Terminal Location
- Unpacking the Shipping Carton
- Examining Terminal Features
- Installing the Smart Battery (VX 520 GPRS Only)
- Establishing Telephone Line Connections
- Installing a Paper Roll in the Printer
- Installing/Replacing MSAM Cards
- Installing/Replacing SIM Card (VX 520 GPRS Only)
- Connecting Optional Devices
- Connecting the Terminal Power Pack
- Charging the Smart Battery (VX 520 GPRS Only)
- Privacy Shield (Optional)
- Using the Smart Card Reader
- Using the Magnetic Card Reader
- VX 520 Sprocket Setup
- Selecting Terminal Location
- Unpacking the Shipping Carton
- Examining Terminal Features
- Establishing Telephone and Line Connections
- Installing Paper Tray
- Installing Paper in the Tray
- Installing/Replacing MSAM Cards
- Connecting Optional Devices
- Connecting the Terminal Power Pack
- Privacy Shield (Optional)
- Using the Smart Card Reader
- Using the Magnetic Card Reader
- VX 520 Setup
- Specifications
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting Guidelines
- VeriFone Service and Support
- Contact VeriFone

TERMINAL SETUP
VX 520 Setup
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VX 520 Setup
This section describes the setup procedures for the VX 520 terminal. You will
learn about:
• Selecting Terminal Location
• Unpacking the Shipping Carton
• Examining Terminal Features
• Installing the Smart Battery (VX 520 GPRS Only)
• Establishing Telephone Line Connections
• Installing a Paper Roll in the Printer
• Installing/Replacing MSAM Cards
• Installing/Replacing SIM Card (VX 520 GPRS Only)
• Connecting Optional Devices
• Connecting the Terminal Power Pack
• Charging the Smart Battery (VX 520 GPRS Only)
• Privacy Shield (Optional)
• Using the Smart Card Reader
• Using the Magnetic Card Reader
Selecting Terminal
Location
Use the following guidelines when selecting a location for your VX 520 terminal.
Ease of Use
• Select a location convenient for both merchant and cardholder.
• Select a flat support surface, such as a countertop or table.
• Select a location near a power outlet and a telephone/modem line connection.
For safety, do not string the power cord in a walkway or place it across a
walkway on the floor.
Environmental Factors
• Do not use the terminal where there is high heat, dust, humidity, moisture, or
caustic chemicals or oils.
• Keep the terminal away from direct sunlight and anything that radiates heat,
such as a stove or motor.
• Do not use the terminal outdoors.
CAUTION
The terminal is not waterproof or dustproof, and is intended for indoor use only.
Any damage to the unit from exposure to rain or dust may void any warranty.