Point-of-sale hardware for retail
A retail checkout includes a terminal, a receipt printer and a barcode scanner. You can add a loyalty or gift card program. G4POS supplies these families wholesale to resellers, who handle the installation at the retailer.
Recommended models for retail
JG8000
All-in-one point-of-sale computer with a 15-inch touchscreen, offered as the server station.
- 15-inch touchscreen, 10 touch points
- Intel Core i5-8265U processor
SC310
1D and 2D barcode scanner for the counter.
- Reads 1D and 2D codes, including QR and PDF417
- USB connection (HID keyboard or virtual COM port)
JCG980
Wireless barcode scanner with a base that also connects over a USB cable.
- Wireless through a 2.4 GHz USB dongle or Bluetooth
- Wired mode and charging over a USB cable
MG80
80 mm thermal receipt printer with serial, USB and Ethernet ports.
- 80 mm thermal paper
- 260 mm/s print speed
Loyalty cards
PVC loyalty cards printed in colour, with a magnetic stripe and a barcode.
- Encoded HiCo magnetic stripe
- Barcode and unique serial number
Gift cards
PVC gift cards printed in colour, with a magnetic stripe and a barcode.
- Encoded HiCo magnetic stripe
- Barcode and unique serial number
Setting up a retail checkout
The number of checkouts depends on the size of the store and on customer traffic.
| Station | Hardware family | Quantity to plan |
|---|---|---|
| Checkout | POS systems | 1 per checkout point |
| Receipts | Printers | 1 per checkout |
| Scanning at checkout | Barcode scanners | At least 1 per checkout |
| Receiving and inventory | Barcode scanners | 1 in the stockroom |
| Loyalty program | Loyalty and gift cards | Per batch, based on the program |
Choosing scanners and cards
1D scanners read the linear codes on packaged goods. 2D scanners also read QR codes and stacked codes, which appear on coupons and many loyalty cards. The SC310 reads both. If your client issues coupons or barcoded cards, propose 2D from the start.
For receiving and stock counts, the JCG980 wireless scanner goes with the employee down the aisles. In inventory mode, it stores the scanned codes and uploads them to the station afterwards.
Loyalty cards and gift cards are printed in the store’s colours. Each card has an encoded HiCo magnetic stripe and a barcode, so check which of the two the checkout can read. Points and balances are tracked in your client’s point-of-sale software.
Open a reseller account
The account is free and reserved for businesses. It gives you access to our wholesale prices, training and technical support.