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January 2015

Announcement - Revised ISS45 Microsoft SQL Requirements

Microsoft has changed NCR's embedded/OEM SQL terms and pricing for ISS45.  You'd better check this out: All ISS45/SQL orders after January 30, 2015 must use the new SQL pricing and client structure - NCR cannot accept orders for the former version.  This Announcement provides all the details - and the new SQL PIN.  Just click below, and it's there for reference on the Announcements and Updates page. 

 (January 31, 2015) Get ISS45 SQL
  Go Updates

ABO Central Certification Course - March 2-5 in Duluth/Atlanta

Here's your chance to get certified on ABO Central - the host system that links store-level ABO together for ScanMaster, ISS45 and ACS.  This course isn't frequently offered, so take this opportunity to certify for installation and support on this outstanding product that's tuned for our Independent Grocery market across all your POS solutions.  Click below to get all the course details and registration information.

 (January 28, 2015) Get Certified

ScanMaster Now Certified on NCR RealPOS X7 - New Setup Guide

Certification has been completed for ScanMaster V2 on the new NCR RealPOS X7 (7702).  A new Installation Guide has been released with important information - click the link, or click the other link for the ScanMaster Manuals Page - the new guide is at the top of the page.

 (January 28, 2015) Get XR7 Installed
  Go ScanMaster Manuals

ISS45 Certified Too (NCR RealPOS X7) - New Setup Guide (Too)

Certification has also been completed for ISS45 V8 on the new NCR RealPOS X7 (7702).  You'll want to get the new Installation Guide that's just been released - click below or hit the ISS45 Manuals Page - the new ones are right at the top.

 (January 28, 2015) Get XR7 Installed
  Go ISS45 Manuals

IBM/Toshiba Withdraws SurePOS 300 E4A - New Price Bulletin

Toshiba TEC (IBM) has withdrawn the E4A version of the SurePOS 300, now replaced in all cases by the E5A (SurePOS 350) model.  All available inventory has been shipped from IBM and ScanSource, and additional orders cannot be taken.  A new IBM/Toshiba TEC configuration and pricing bulletin is now available - click below or get it from the Reference Bulletin page.

 (January 21, 2015) Get the Bulletin
Go Reference Bulletins

ScanMaster RoadMap Update and 2.9.0-120

ScanMaster 2.9.0-120 has been added to the updated ScanMaster RoadMap.  Click for the Release Table, and check out the updated Release List for ScanMaster that highlights of coming features and fixes across all ScanMaster releases.

 (January 12, 2015) Go ScanMaster 290-120
  Get Release List
  Go SM Maintenance

ISS45 RoadMap Update and 8.1.7.0-160

ISS45 8.1.7.0-160 has been added to the updated ISS45 RoadMap.  Click for the Release Table, and check out the updated Release List for ISS45 that highlights of coming features and fixes across all ISS45 releases.

 (January 12, 2015) Go ISS45 8170-160
  Get Release List
  Go ISS45 Maintenance



December 2014

Solidcore Integration Batch 6.1.3.10

An updated Integration Batch for Solidcore brings several improvements in the product and setup.  Get it from the Solidcore Release and Maintenance Page.

 (December 16, 2014) Get Solid
  Go Solidcore Maintenance

ScanMaster 2.9.0-110 Release

ScanMaster 2.9.0-110 provides updated WIC and eWIC capabilities, together with ProLogic enhancements and several fixes.  Click for the Release Table and since there are new features, you even get Release Notes!

 (December 16, 2014) Go ScanMaster 290-110
  Get Release Notes
  Go SM Maintenance

RBO 4.8.2-090 Release

This maintenance release adds some new features, so see the Release Notes.  Or if you're not interested in features and just want the sixteen fixes, just go to the Release Table and get it right now.

 (December 16, 2014) Get RBO
  Get Release Notes
  Go RBO Maintenance

LaneHawk Modelset v2310

An updated LaneHawk USA Modelset with the latest images is now available for FTP download.  You can get it from the LaneHawk Release and Maintenance Page.

 (December 11, 2014) Get New Modelset
  Go LaneHawk Maintenance

Hypercom L4100, L4150 and L4250 Certificate Expirations

Certificates for some older Hypercom L4100, L4150 and L4250 payment terminals expired over the weekend of December 6/7 and must be updated.  Equinox has provided the information in this bulletin to help you accomplish the updates as quickly as possible.  See the updated bulletin for details.

 (December 10, 2014) Get Upgraded
  Go Software Bulletins

November 2014

New NCR Connected Subscription Agreement

Use this updated Agreement for all Connected Payments subscriptions starting ... ... ... NOW.  The new agreement has the NCR logos graphics and uses NCR's official Connected Payments branding throughout.  The ZIP file provides the main agreement with all the included Exhibits, plus the required set of forms for store information etc.  The file includes bundled and individual files, and also the current ISS45 and ScanMaster SKIFs for your convenience.  Click below or go to the Connected Payments All-In-One Page and click there.

 (November 18, 2014) Get CP Full Agreement
  Go CP Page

ISS45 8170-150 - Code Distribution Version

This update is now available via ISS45 Code Distribution.  See the Release Notes and Release Table.

 (November 11, 2014) Get 8170-150 Release Notes
  Go 8170-150 Release Table

ISS45 8170-150

This update provides 15 fixes and nine new features including expansions for WIC, Windows update support, split-tender cash drawer support, alternate ID lookup with NCR SSCO, and several more.  See the Release Table and Release Notes for full explanations, especially critical since this release requires HASP support for ProLogic/YOU Tech/S&H and any self-checkout interfaces.

 (November 6, 2014) Get 8170-150 Release Notes
  Go 8170-150 Release Table

ISS45 8170-150 Crib Sheet

The ISS45 Crib Sheet quick-reference utility gives you the entire history of ISS45 features and fixes and when they were put into the software.  With a quick lookup, you can instantly find in which release a feature was introduced - or when a fault was addressed.  It's just been updated with the latest releases: it's there for you on the Crib Sheet Page.

 (November 6, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet

New ISS45 Release List

A refreshed and updated Release List is now available for ISS45 from the RoadMap and Maintenance Page - you'll see at the top of the list, there's a big red box that says "Upcoming Release Highlights List - Click Here."  Do that, and you'll see the upcoming ISS45 releases and their headline fix and feature items. 

 (November 6, 2014) See ISS45 RoadMap Page

October 2014

ISS45 8170-150

This update provides 15 fixes and nine new features including expansions for WIC, Windows update support, split-tender cash drawer support, alternate ID lookup with NCR SSCO, and several more.  See the Release Table and Release Notes for full explanations, especially critical since this release requires HASP support for ProLogic/YOU Tech/S&H and any self-checkout interfaces.

 (November 7, 2014) Get 8170-150 Release Notes
  Go 8170-120 Release Table

ISS45 8170-150 Crib Sheet

The ISS45 Crib Sheet quick-reference utility gives you the entire history of ISS45 features and fixes and when they were put into the software.  With a quick lookup, you can instantly find in which release a feature was introduced - or when a fault was addressed.  It's just been updated with the latest releases: it's there for you on the Crib Sheet Page.

 (November 7, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet

RBO Order Forms - UPDATED

The RBO companion software offer with new ISS45 and ScanMaster systems is now reflected on the RBO Order Forms.  Get the new version by clicking, or else you'll just have to find it later on the RBO All-in-One Page.  Tough Duty.

 (October 17, 2014) Get RBO Order Forms
  Go RBO Page

HASP Key Upgrades for 8170-150: Self-Checkout and ProLogic

The ISS45 8170-150 release requires the HASP key to enable all self-checkout interfaces (including NCR SSCO and U-Scan) and the ProLogic interface (also known as S&H, GreenPoints, YOU Technology etc.).  The HASP upgrade is free, but you gotta do it.  See the updated bulletin for details.

 (October 15, 2014) Get Upgraded
  Go Software Bulletins

ScanMaster Reference, Configuration and Pricing

This update provides complete configuration and pricing information for ScanMaster POS system software, including the most commonly ordered Pervasive PSQL items.  Click or get it from the Reference Bulletin page.

 (October 1, 2014) Get ScanMaster
Go Reference Bulletins

 

September 2014

New Connected Payments PCI Implementation Guide

This guide has been updated and explains how Connected Payments should be implemented at user sites to ensure PCI compliance. It's on the PCI Page or the Connected Payments All-In-One Page. Oh - and remember, the PCI Assessment Guide is there for you too - a great document for minimizing customer concerns and issues with QSAs.

 (September 25, 2014) Get the Update
  Go PCI Page
Go CP Page

 It is with great sadness to report the passing of George Gunny,

                      a true gentleman whose tremendous intelligence

   and pursuit of real quality brought us generation after generation of landmark

    POS machines.  Every new design he touched worked better for his unique

   ability to improve it, and anyone privileged to work with George will agree that

                   his tireless effort, wise perspective, wonderful humor,

                 and his complete, uncompromising and absolute honesty

                     made us all a little better by his example too.  

 

   Late on any Friday – just like this one – long after everyone else had started

     their weekends, George would still be there to find your answer, talk you

               through a configuration puzzle, remind you of George’s Law,

                           "Cables Will Get You — Every Time!"  

                or maybe just chat about “what’s new and exciting…”     

 

       Our hearts go out to his wonderful family, Betty, his wife of 48 years,

                and daughters Ann and Katy.  George is also survived by

         the hundreds of thousands of machines he built, humming tirelessly

                    in every corner of the world, exactly as he planned. 

 

      So remember his laugh and raise a glass tonight to a great friend,

                               and everything he did for us all.

Updated: Microsoft O/S Field Upgrades

Although Microsoft's deadline has passed, the issue of Operating System upgrades is still important - so the original announcement has been updated to reflect the status.  Also - some of our Channel Partners have asked for an NCR document explaining the change.  So now you have that too - just click below.

 (September 23, 2014) Get the Update
  Get User Version
Go Updates

ScanMaster 2.9.0-100 Release

ScanMaster 2.9.0-100 provides updated operating system compatibility as well as several fixes to address issues with configuration options, EJ reports, frequent shopper, food stamps, cash drawers and direct maintenance.  Click for the Release Table! 

 (September 22, 2014)

Go 290-100 Release Table

NCR RealPOS XR7 Product Reference

This bulletin provides the overview of the capabilities, key features and specifications for this dramatic new terminal.  There's plenty here about the new X-Series Displays too.  Click or get it from the Reference Bulletin page.

 (September 10, 2014) Get the XR7
Go Reference Bulletins

NCR RealPOS XR7 Configuration and Pricing

This "Planning Issue" provides the configuration and pricing in detail for the NCR RealPOS XR7 and associated features, accessories and peripherals.  It's a "Planning Issue" because production has not become widely available yet, and certifications (and the likely necessary software updates) are not complete for ISS45, ScanMaster or ACS.  But now you'll know all the great stuff that's coming soon so you can start your planning process. Also on the  Reference Bulletins pages.

 (September 10, 2014) Get XR7 Prices
Go Reference Bulletins

NCR RealPOS XR7 and X-Series Presentations and Brochures

Get these new presentations on the RealPOS XR7, the X-Series Displays and the NCR Touch Technology behind the screens.  And the brochures for the XR7 and X-Series Displays are available too - on the Brochures Page (but you already figured that out).  Great stuff - all of this!

 (September 10, 2014) Go Presentations
Go Brochures

Certification Update for RealPOS 60 and RealPOS 82XRT

The technical bulletin describing the certified configurations for the RealPOS 60 Release 1, RealPOS 60 Release 2 and RealPOS 82XRT POS terminals has been updated.  ISS45 and ScanMaster support the DynaKey+Touch display for DynaKey use, but the software does not currently support "full-touch" on this product.  See the updated bulletin for details.

 (September 5, 2014) Get Certified
  Go Software Bulletins

Share Group for Channel Partners

Data-Tech Ltd., our long-time Channel Partner in Bermuda, has revived the NCR/Retalix/StoreNext Dealer Group to share information and solutions in the field among Channel Partners.  Data-Tech points out that this service does not replace NCR Support functions, but instead shares the enormous wealth of knowledge built up in the field over years (or decades) of experience.  If interested, contact [email protected] or click the link below.

 (September 5, 2014) Mail Data Tech List Server

 

August 2014

Solidcore 6.1.3 Certifications

The Solidcore S3 Embedded 6.1.3 CD-ROM was recently provided to all authorized Solidcore Channel Partners in good standing.  It has been certified with the current ScanMaster and ISS45 versions, as well as the current OpenEPS used with Connected Payments.  The Solidcore Certification Matrix provides full information about which Solidcore releases are certified with which versions - and other matrices provide similar certification and compatibility information for other products and platforms.

 (August 25, 2014) Go Support Matrices

ISS45 8170-140

Along with a dozen fixes, this new release supports fuel voucher limits, alternat ID entry via the PIN pad and support of Windows updates and updated LPe for Loyalty.  See the Release Table for the full information.

 (August 15, 2014) Go 8170-140 Release Table

ISS45 8170-140 Crib Sheet

The ISS45 Crib Sheet quick-reference utility gives you the entire history of ISS45 features and fixes and when they were put into the software.  With a quick lookup, you can instantly find in which release a feature was introduced - or when a fault was addressed.  It's just been updated with the latest changes through the upcoming releases: it's there for you on the Crib Sheet Page.

(August 15, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet

New ISS45 Release List

A refreshed Release List is now available for ISS45 from the RoadMap and Maintenance Page - you'll see at the top of the list, there's a big red box that says "Upcoming Release Highlights List - Click Here."  Do that, and you'll see the upcoming ISS45 releases and their headline fix and feature items. 

 (August 15, 2014) See ISS45 RoadMap Page

Connected Services - Program and Product Changes

This new version of the Connected Services Program and Product bulletin provides the current products, subscriptions and services available, and the current pricing and product list.  This bulletin is available on the Connected Services All-In-One Page and the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (August 1, 2014) Get Connected
Go Reference Bulletins

New SKIF for ScanMaster

Here is a new SKIF for ScanMaster with updates to handle the new Pervasive PSQL and other options.  It will be stored forever (or until it's updated again) (or until the site moves) on the SKIF Page.

 (August 6, 2014) Get ScanMaster SKIF
Go SKIF Page

 Get SSCO with No Money Down - New Financing Program

This new financing program for SSCO will dispense with your customer's cash-flow concerns, using a real-time web application and almost immediate response.  Click below for the info sheet, and then download the Direct Capital presentation (a big file but has a video demo of the on-line application).

 (August 6, 2014) Get No Money Down Info
  Get No Money Down PPT

 "Backoff" Malware - National Security Analysis

Thiis may be the most powerful and exacting argument ever produced to help your customers understand the importance of upgrading their security.  SO make sure you see this and its crucial lessons from this Homeland Security analysis in conjunction with the Secret Service and several other federal agencies.  Particularly important is the failure of traditional A-V and their final  recommendations which will echo exactly what you've been saying for years.  Click now.  On the Connected Payments Page too.

 (August 5, 2014) Save Yourself
  Go Connected Payments

 RSPA 2014 Sunday School Presentations

The Sunday School Presentations are up on the site for you to review at your leisure.  Or maybe it's more urgent than that.  If you got lost on the way to the Gaylord Palms, dog ate your notes, or you were finding some coffee at the crucial moment, you'll find them all on the Presentations Page (scroll down to the lower section for the presentations).  A couple of the presentations are still AWOL, but they will be added as soon as they arrive.

 (August 5, 2014) Go Presentations

 $150 and $100 Rebates on NCR 7878 and 7874 Scanner/Scales

Get these $150/$100 rebates on the 7878 and 7874 scanner/scales.  See the Announcement for the (very simple) details!

 (August 4, 2014) See the Money
  Go Updates

Pervasive PSQL Now Available ... and Required

The Pervasive PSQL database is now available again from NCR.  Here are the details of the program and pricing, and this bulletin is available also on the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (August 1, 2014) It's Pervasive
Go Reference Bulletins

 

July 2014

Toshiba TEC (IBM) Configurations and Pricing

This Pricing and Configuration bulletin updates the SurePOS offerings.  Toshiba TEC has withdrawn the SurePOS 500.  Pricing in general has not changed.  See it all now, or get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (July 23, 2014) Get SurePOS Pricing
Go Reference Bulletins

New LaneHawk Modelset v2176

An updated LaneHawk USA Modelset with the latest images is now available for FTP download.  You can get it from the LaneHawk Release and Maintenance Page.

 (July 16, 2014) Get New Modelset
  Go LaneHawk Maintenance

NCR Software Discount Increased

The discounts for NCR ACS and ABO software have been increased to match the current ISS45 and ScanMaster discounts.  You can find the updated items and complete Retalix Policies and Procedures manual on the P&P Page by clicking the link below.

 (July 16, 2014) Go With the Policy

Microsoft Resale Rights

Unfortunately, there have been no changes in Microsoft's position since the initial announcement below.  All field upgrades to embedded operating systems may be purchased ONLY by end users and ONLY from Microsoft.  All operating system field upgrades have been withdrawn as of July 1, 2014.

 (July 11, 2014) See POS UNReady
  Go Updates

Updated Policies: Direct Sales and Software Support

The Policies and Procedures for Direct Sales and Software Support have been updated.  The Direct Sales policy now reflects current/familiar practice, while the Software Support Policy now provides the updated LaneHawk hardware and software support policies and pricing.  You can find the updated items and complete Retalix Policies and Procedures manual on the P&P Page, which involves clicking the link below.

 (July 11, 2014) Go With the Policy

June 2014

Special Pricing for RBO Companion Back Office - UPDATED

The RBO companion software offer with new ISS45 and ScanMaster systems is changing.  The RBO companion license will now include DSD, and match the pricing of the ABO companion offer.  You can also now use it for migrations to ScanMaster or ISS45.  The new offer is available immediately, and the old offer will be withdrawn as of July 11, so see the Update now.

 (June 28, 2014) Get RBO Companion
  Go Updates

RBO 482-080 - Update and Release Notes

RBO 482-080 is now available with ten fix updates.  See the Release Table as well as a new Release Notes manual with all the documentation and information.

 (June 19, 2014)

Go RBO 482-080 Table

 

Get 482-080 Release Notes

Go RBO Manuals

ISS45 8170-130

This new release supports a new ISS45 Fuel release and features, updates several features and their support, and provides fixes for about a dozen WDs.  It's now now available via download or Code Distribution along with the companion ISS45 Fuel release, so see the Release Tables for the full information.

 (June 19, 2014) Go 8170-130 Release Table
  Go Fuel 8170-130 Table

ISS45 Fuel 8170-130

This new fuel release supports new pump service releases and features, and provides three fixes.  It's now now available via download or Code Distribution, so see the Release Table for details.

 (June 19, 2014) Go 8170-130 Release Table
  Go Fuel 8170-130 Table

ISS45 8160-170

This 8160-170 update release is now available via Code Distribution.  See the Release Table and Release Notes for full explanations.

 (June 19, 2014) Go 8160-170 Release Table

ISS45 8170-120

This update is now available via Code Distribution, and provides three new Loyalty features and fixes for Loyalty and SSCO.  See the Release Table and Release Notes for full explanations.

 (June 19, 2014) Get 8170-120 Release Notes
  Go 8170-120 Release Table

Connected Service Report Viewer Not Included
with New Connected Payments Subscriptions

When the new Connected Payments and ServerEPS base prices were announced a few weeks ago, the free Connected Services Report Viewer was no longer included with new Connected Payments subscriptions.  The cost to provide these implementations had become unsustainable, plus it was inconsistent with the ServerEPS offering which never included this Connected Services feature.  So please be aware that the updated Connected Payments price sheet removed the Report Viewer from the offerings when the new pricing was announced.  

 (June 19, 2014) Get CP Pricing Sheet

POS Application Migrations for ABO, ISS45 and ScanMaster

You can now migrate customer sites between NCR's POS applications at special flat-rate prices that cover all the like-for-like previous items.  This is a great way to promote ACS 7 upgrades and enable users to "flat-line" their installed base of stores to consistent POS systems after acquisitions.  And the low-cost ABO (or RBO) offers will apply.  See the Announcement!

 (June 17, 2014) Get Migrating!
  Go Announcements

Special Pricing for ABO Companion Back Office

This great new offer for ABO companion back-office software lets you add ABO to any new ACS, ISS45 or ScanMaster license for only $995.  See the Announcement now.

 (June 12, 2014) Get ABO $995
  Go Announcements

ACS 7.0 Special Pricing and Upgrade Promotion + ABO

We are pleased to announce special pricing - even free - for upgrades of ACS and ACS-IR to the new ACS 7.0.  Even better, the companion ABO back-office software can be added for only $995.  This is a limited-time offer, so see the Announcement now.

 (June 6, 2014) Get ACS 7.0 and ABO
  Go Announcements

 

May 2014

Datalogic 9800i and Other Scanner/Scale Updates

New 9800i and 8500Xt pricing is provided in this updated Product Bulletin.  The 100-unit quantity price now applies for all quantities - and the price is lower too.  Prices are also significantly reduced on 8500Xt models.  See the bulletin.

 (May 22, 2014) Get Datalogic Bulletin
  Go Reference Bulletins

NCR Marketing Development Funds Program

We are pleased to announce the updated NCR program for Marketing Development Funds, designed to help Channel Partners create demand and strengthen their revenues of NCR products.  The NCR MDF Program replaces the former Retalix Marketing Co-op.  See the Update for the announcement, MDF Overview, and a presentation describing MDF.  (The Policies and Procedures have also been updated with this change.)

 (May 19, 2014) Get Funded!
  Go With the Policy
  Go Updates

ISS45 8170-120

This update provides three new Loyalty features and fixes for Loyalty and SSCO.  See the Release Table and Release Notes for full explanations.

 (May 14, 2014) Get 8170-120 Release Notes
  Go 8170-120 Release Table

ScanMaster Pervasive Database Engine Error

See this new technical bulletin explaining the possible Database Engine Error and how to make it go away.  If you need this bulletin later, you'll know where to find it.

 (May 12, 2014) Get Rid of the Error
  Go Software Bulletins

Equinox Configurations and Pricing

This update provides better ordering instructions, and otherwise is about minor updates and clarifications.  See it all now, or get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (May 7, 2014) Get Equinox Pricing
Go Reference Bulletins

April 2014

Price Changes for Connected Payments and ServerEPS

The base prices of Connected Payments and ServerEPS subscriptions are increasing by $2/week.  The increase is the first in seven years, and takes effect May 1, 2014 for all new subscriptions.  For existing subscribers, the new prices will cut in over time, based on the users' subscription agreement.  See the Update, which describes the change and provides Q&A, the notification letters being sent to customers, and the new prices.

 (April 30, 2014) Get Ready...
  Go Updates

LaneHawk Program, Pricing and Configuration

The LaneHawk Product Information Package has been updated with additional information and products.  It's on the LaneHawk and the Reference Bulletin pages, or you could just click and get it now. 

 (April 23, 2014)

Get LaneHawk
  Go Reference Bulletins

New PC and Server Platform Configurations and Pricing

This Issue 54 adds new servers and a flat panel display with a dual DVI/VGA interface.  Get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (April 23, 2014) Get a Platform
Go Reference Bulletins

MayDay!Exchange - Back for Q2 Encore!

NCR has brought back MayDay for Q2 2014.  Get big rebates to trade in old Fujitsu POS terminals, printers and touch-screen displays - even $100 apiece for old Magellans replaced by new NCR 7878 scanner/scales.  So grab the Update right now - you need to order by June 13, get all the rebate details quick.

 (April 22, 2014) Get MayDay
  Go Updates

ACS 7 for NCR Channel Partners; ACS Software Maintenance Pricing

This announcement describes ACS 7 availability and pricing for NCR Channel Partners, and the new Software Maintenance pricing for ACS.

 (April 15, 2014) Get ACS 7
  Go Updates

Connected Payments Not Affected by "Heartbleed" Fault

No heart attacks here: see this Update regarding the widely publicized "Heartbleed" fault and security risk for systems using the OpenSSL system to protect data transmissions.

 (April 10, 2014) Get Heart-Happy
  Go Updates

Now It's "Watering Hole Attacks":  Required Reading

Now the hackers are in your vents and soda machines - these articles provides important insights regarding data protection for your customers. 

 (April 8, 2014) Go Soda Machine
  Go HVAC Doors
  Go Sneaky Path

New Equinox Configurations and Pricing

This update covers the updated PINs and product numbers for Equinox L5300 terminals, which the manufacturer has updated to reflect manufacturing improvements.  See it all now, or get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (April 8, 2014) Get Equinox Pricing
Go Reference Bulletins

New PC and Server Platform Configurations and Pricing

This Issue 53 adds the update regarding Microsoft's withdrawal of resale rights for operating system field upgrades.  Get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (April 8, 2014) Get a Platform
Go Reference Bulletins

Important: Microsoft Withdraws Resale Rights for O/S Upgrdes

See this Update and act.  Microsoft has withdrawn resale rights for upgrades of embedded operating systems such as WePOS and POSReady.  If you have customers needing such operating system upgrades, order quick: the future is coming fast, but it doesn't work.

 (April 3, 2014) Get POS Ready
  Go Updates

RBO 482-070 - Update and New Code List Feature

RBO 482-070 is available with a new Code List feature, plus a fix for a FrontOff.sql script issue in the -060 release.  This release completely replaces the 482-060 release, which has been withdrawn from the FTP site.  All 482-060 features have been rolled into this new 482-070 release.  See the Release Table and the Release Notes document (Issue 2) that fully describes the Code List capability and the other -060/-070 changes.

 (April 1, 2014)

Go RBO 482-070 Table

 

Get 482-070 Release Notes

Go RBO Manuals

March 2014

New NCR POS Hardware Configurations and Pricing

This update of the NCR POS Hardware Pricing bulletin provides information and updates on many new listings.  See it all now, or get it anytime from the Reference Bulletins pages.

 (March 30, 2014) Get NCR Pricing
Go Reference Bulletins

New LaneHawk Modelset v2087

An updated LaneHawk USA Modelset with the latest images is now available for FTP download.  You can get it from the LaneHawk Release and Maintenance Page.

 (March 26, 2014) Get Modelset
  Go LaneHawk Maintenance

ISS45 V7→V8 Converter: Updated

This update fixes a situation in the converter whereby negative movement data was incorrectly converted to very large numbers in the corresponding V8 record (WD # 400811).  See the update and documentation from the Tools and Utilities Menu.

 (March 25, 2014) Go Tools and Utilities

ISS45 8170-110

This update provides updates for logo printing, discounts, food stamps, claim files and qdx maintenance.  See the Release Table.

 (March 19, 2014) Go 8170-110 Release Table

ScanMaster 2.9.0-090 Release

ScanMaster 2.9.0-090 provides updates to address issues with electronic coupons, promotions and UMI, LaneHawk, U-Scan, eWIC, change amounts on the cashier display, item movement files and reporting, EOD, suspended sales and the T-Log.  Downloading this one appears worthwhile. 

 (March 13, 2014)

Go 290-090 Release Table

Connected Services - Single Point of Contact for Email - Updated

See this Update from Debbie Richardson, Technical Support Manager for Connected Services.  The group-mail for Connected Services Support has been upgraded to the NCR email system and continues to improve technical support and service for Connected Services users and dealers.  Please pass along this update to your Connected Services customers for their information too. 

 (March 6, 2014) Get Contact
  See "Contact Us"
  Go Updates

MayDay is Back - but Get a Move On!

Retalix is bringing back the MayDay!Exchange program for a limited run, and this time it's TeamPoS that's being replaced.  You'll get big rebates to trade in old Fujitsu POS terminals, printers and touch-screen displays - even $100 apiece for old Magellans replaced by new NCR 7878 scanner/scales.  See the Bulletin quick - MayDay comes only in March this year, so quick get with all the details and prices.

 (March 4, 2014) It's MayDay Again!
  Go Updates


February 2014

ScanMaster Email Receipts and Customer ID Numbers

See this new technical bulletin explaining the use of Customer ID Numbers with ScanMaster's Email Receipt capabilities.  If you don't read it now - show of hands please - where will you find it later?  Clue below...

 (February 27, 2014) Get (or send) the Memo
  Go Software Bulletins

ScanMaster and ISS45 Training - Tell Us When!

We will be scheduling ISS45 and ScanMaster support courses based upon Channel Partner timing and needs this year.  The courses will be in Warrendale, and we will work with you to set up dates to best coordinate with your own schedules.  Please email Jeff Galing - just click the link to start the process for either ScanMaster or ISS45 as you please - or just go for broke and start working on both at once.

 (February 25, 2014)

Schedule ISS45

 

Schedule ScanMaster

  Schedule SM AND ISS45

New Install Guides - Datalogic Scanners

New Install Guides for ScanMaster and ISS45 with Datalogic OPOS have been released.  Click to the Hardware Manuals Page and find them in the Datalogic Scanner/Scale section.

 (February 18, 2014) Go HardwareManuals

New Retalix PCs - Updated Platforms

Retalix is rolling out a new line of PCs.  Catching this generation early for maximum market life, they are based on the Pentium G3430 dual-core CPU that Intel introduced late last year, and come equipped with a new motherboard that supports the faster CPU with upgraded DDR3 1600 RAM.  USB 3.0 ports are now provided, along with Windows 7 Pro as the standard operating system.  See the updated Pricing and Configuration bulletin (the 52nd edition, no kidding) for the details.

 (February 17, 2014) Get On the Platform
  Go Reference Bulletins

RBO 482 - New User Reference

Here is the new User Reference for RBO 482, reflecting all the additions, new features and changes since RBO 481.  You can click below if you want it right now, or get it from the RBO Manuals Page.

 (February 12, 2014)

Get RBO 482 User Ref

Go RBO Manuals

NCR 7878 Imager Accessory - Certification and Updated Instructions

The 7878 Imager Accessory has been certified with ScanMaster and ISS45 and it works great.  But before you install and scan your driver's license, check out this Technical Bulletin that provides some important additional information, updates the kit installation instructions and provides the settings you'll need for a successful implementation.  It's very easy if you know what you're doing (and this is how to know what you're doing).

 (February 11, 2014) Get a Good Image
  Go Software Bulletins

RBO 482 - New Release with ABO Central Interface

The RBO 482-050 has been completed and will be shipping to RBO Channel Partners in the next few days.  The key new capability is the RBO hosting interface to ABO Central.  Other new features include enhanced SIL support, additional FM devices, parameter browsing and enhanced CSV exports.  Plus, more than 20 updates to handle registered faults.  See the Release Table or the Release Notes for details. 

 (February 11, 2014)

Go RBO 482-050 Table

Go RBO Manuals

RBO 482-060 - Update

RBO 482-060 is available with a few late-breaking fixes and a new feature providing an expanded item maintenance "code list" feature, enabling users to add tracking descriptions with Item Maintenance character-based fields such as aisle, sale track ID, shelf tag type, unit size descriptions and free-form alpha fields.  See the Release Table and download the update for your 482-050 CD-ROM, and check out the Release Notes for details. 

 (February 11, 2014)

Go RBO 482-060 Table

Go RBO Manuals

ISS45 on NCR Terminals - Updated Install Guides

The ISS45 Installation Guide for the NCR Model 7601 and 7606 (that's RealPOS 60 and RealPOS 82XRT to you, son) terminals has been updated, and there's also a new one for the RealPOS 40 Release 2.  Click on over to the ISS45 Manuals Page - you'll find the new ones right at the top.

 (February 8, 2014) Go ISS45 Manuals

ScanMaster Install Guides for NCR Terminals New and Updated

The ScanMaster Installation Guide for the RealPOS 60 and RealPOS 82XRT (or 7601/7606 if you insist) terminals has been updated.  See also the new Install Guide for ScanMaster over the RealPOS 40 Release 2.  Don't walk: RUN to the ScanMaster Manuals Page and cozy up for the weekend.

 (February 8, 2014) Go ScanMaster Manuals

Solidcore DEPEND Files with ISS45 MFS1

To make sure your Solidcore S3 installations are set up correctly on MFS1,  please see this Technical Bulletin that explains an error with a supplied file and how to get the correct file or avoid the problem.

 (February 5, 2014) Depend on Solidcore
  Go Software Bulletins

ISS45 8154-120

This update provides updates to improve Retalix Loyalty and Smart Card WIC functions.  See the Release Table and get the updated Crib Sheet for full explanations.  You'll also find an updated Release List (click from the ISS45 RoadMap/Maintenance Page) and updated Release Tables for upcoming releases.

 (February 5, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet
  Go 8154-120 Release Table

ISS45 8160-160

This update provides an update for Retalix Loyalty LPe operation. The Release Notes for the details.

 (February 5, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet
  Go 8160-160 Release Table

ISS45 8170-100

This update provides important updates in many areas, including promotions, ISS45 Fuel, DRe with Connected Services, Cost+ with vendor coupons, SSCO and Retalix Loyalty.  See the Release Table and get the updated Crib Sheet for full explanations.

 (February 3, 2014) Get ISS45 CribSheet
  Go 8170-100 Release Table

 

January 2014

Code Distribution Administrators Guide

For all you really smart types who use Code Distribution to manage your installed base, the administrators guide has been updated to clarify or correct hook content and suffixes.  You'll find it in the Code Distribution section of the ISS45 Manuals Page.  And right here if you want it right now.

 (January 29, 2014) Get Distributed
  Go ISS45 Manuals

NCR Product Photos and Retalix Partner Logo

See the Photos and Graphics Page for new sets of NCR POS hardware and SSCO product photographs.  The special Partner logo is also available there for use on Retalix Partners' business cards, banners etc. 

 (January 27, 2014) Go Photos-Graphics

Updated Connected Subscription Agreement

Use this updated Agreement for all Connected Payments and Connected Services subscriptions.  Minor changes only to the ACH form and the Retalix Logo - but get it here anyway or click from the Connected Payments All-In-One Page.

 (January 25, 2014) Get CP Full Agreement
  Go CP Page

Pervasive 11 Workstation License Key Authorizations

Pervasive version 11 license keys and grace periods work differently than previous versions - please see this Technical Bulletin that explains the ramifications and how to handle the changes.

 (January 21, 2014) Get Authorized
  Go Software Bulletins

New LaneHawk Modelset v2008

An updated LaneHawk USA Modelset with the latest images is now available for FTP download.  You can get it from the LaneHawk Release and Maintenance Page.

 (January 17, 2014) Get Modelset
  Go LaneHawk Maintenance

Price Reduction on Magellan 9800i - Extended through February

Retalix is bringing Channel Partners special price reductions on the new Magellan 9800i - these special dealer prices are valid for shipments this year, but order by December 2 to ensure supply.  See the Update Bulletin with all the details and prices. 

 (January 16, 2014) Get Special Prices
  Go Updates

NCR Demo Equipment for Wholesaler Labs

Retalix Channel Partners can now locate demonstration and lab equipment at demo pricing in wholesaler sites as well as a partner's own site.  See the updated demo policy for NCR hardware and contact your Retalix Customer Account Manager (CAM) to get started.  Updates (just minor ones) to the Software License Transfer Policy are also included.

  (January 10, 2014) Go Policies

RBO 4.8.1-050

RBO 4.8.1 is entering customer trials - see the new Release Table showing the new features and fixes.  Please contact Heather Blanarik if you have a site urgently needing the new capabilities so that you can participate in an early controlled deployment if desired.  See also the new Compatibility Matrix for the new RBO release with other applications.

  Go RBO Matrix
  (January 9, 2014) Go RBO Release Table

December 2013

ISS45 8170-090

This update provides four new features, including additional tax reporting and suppression of second/duplicate receipts for electronic payment transactions.  New Retalix Loyalty features are also provided as well as several fixes.  Get the updated Crib Sheet and the Release Notes for full explanations.

  (December 10, 2013) Get 8170-090 Release Notes
  Get ISS45 CribSheet
  Go 8170-090 Release Table

Certifications for RealPOS 60 and RealPOS 82XRT

See this new software technical bulletin describing the certification configurations for the RealPOS 60 and RealPOS 82XRT POS terminals.  Note that this information is for the original RealPOS 60: certification of the RealPOS 60 Release 2 is planned for later this month, December 2013.  There are some important notes provided here for installing successfully with ISS45, so make sure you see this.

  (December 9, 2013) Get Certified
  Go Software Bulletins

Installing ISS45 on NCR RealPOS Terminals

The ISS45 Installation Guide for the NCR Model 7601 and 7606 terminals has been revised.  Jump on over to the ISS45 Manuals Page - you'll find the new one right at the top.

  (December 5, 2013) Go ISS45 Manuals

Encryption Now in All Connected Payments; WinEPS 2014 Support

Retalix is now including Point-to-Point hardware encryption with all new Connected Payments subscriptions with no subscription price increases.  There will no longer be an option charge for P2Pe in the Criterion or the "1-2-3" subscription packages.  Just as important, existing subscribers without P2Pe can also add this important feature to their subscriptions at no charge.  This Update also confirms continued WinEPS support for 2014, and the SMS price increase for WinEPS.  See the bulletin for details, and how to update your Connected Payments customers with P2Pe.

  (December 5, 2013) Get Encrypted
  Go Updates

Updated ISS45 V7-to-V8 Converter

The V7-V8 Converter has been updated with a new feature that adds support for converting Item History, as well as several fixes.  The converter and its attending documentation is available from the Software Support/Tools and Utilities Page.  The link to the conversion download will also offer the Release Table and the documentation.

  (December 2, 2013) Get Converted
Go Tools

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