Hardware Overview


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A labelled guide to every button, port, and card reader on the terminal

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Front Panel

ComponentLocationFunction
Touchscreen displayCentreMain interface for entering amounts, navigating menus, and viewing transaction results
Chip card slotBottom edgeInsert chip card for Chip & PIN transactions
Magnetic swipe slotRight sideSwipe legacy cards that have no chip
NFC / contactless zoneCentre of screenTap card or mobile wallet here for contactless payments
Power buttonRight sideHold 2–4 seconds to power on/off; short press = wake screen
Function keysBelow screenConfirm (green), clear (yellow), cancel (red)
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Back Panel

ComponentLocationFunction
Thermal printerTop of devicePrints customer and merchant receipts automatically after each transaction
Battery coverFull back panelSlide latch to open; houses battery, SIM and SD card slots
SIM card slotInside battery compartment — SIM1 slot, left sideHolds the TWPayz SIM for 4G connectivity
SD card slotInside battery compartmentReserved — do not insert or remove

Ports

PortLocationUse
Micro-USB charging portLeft sideCharging only — connect the supplied cable

LED Status Indicators

LED colourMeaning
Solid greenCharging complete / fully charged
Flashing amberCharging in progress
Red (brief flash)Low battery warning
No lightDevice off or battery too low to charge indicator