The Cary 9000 Series keyboard was conceived to replace the standard PC keyboard with one more suited to point-of-sale applications. All data from key-switches, the lock-switch, the intelligent bar code scanner port, and the optional internal magnetic stripe reader is presented to the host PC as keystrokes through the keyboard port.

The ergonomics are optimized for use in a broad range of point-of-sale environments. Careful attention was given to details such as the angle of use, tactile feel, dual-purpose pencil tray or credit card holder, protected key-switch positions, recessed connectors, and integrated peripherals.

In addition to having physically reconfigurable and relegendable keycaps, the Cary 9000 supports a rich set of programmable features, including security options.

The 9000 keyboard incorporates Cary's unique sealed-switch technology, which provides the highest attainable levels of mechanical durability, spill proofing, and static protection. The switch action is designed to emulate cash register-style feel.

The Cary 9000 has been designed to withstand the rough treatment and high volumes encountered in retail point-of-sale, petroleum, and fast food applications.

Technical highlights

Keyboard

• 57 programmable, reconfigurable key-switches
• Optional 56-key membrane with user-replaceable label sheet
• Keycap kit includes numeric pad, single, dual, and quad-sized keytops, multicoloured labels, and clear lenses
• Rugged splash and dirt-resistant design
• High degree of protection from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
• Easy to configure during staging or in the field. Its unique design allows any keycap to be repositioned anywhere on the array. No switch or stabilizer changes are required.
• Internal 256 Kbit non-volatile memory
• Optional four-position keylock with manager's position
• Internal programmable beeper

Peripherals

• Optional internal single, dual, or three-track MSR
• Second AT or PS/2-compatible keyboard port
• Internal wedge
• Scanner port (non-decoded) standard. Decoding is available as an option.
• Optional MICR port
• Optional barcode decoder (wand, laser, 4680, or OCIA)
• Optional optically isolated outputs for either a cash drawer or a security video camera.

Programmable features included in setup utility

• "Total Soft" architecture allows programming of both configuration and firmware updates
• Download or upload using either a PC keyboard or a scanner port
• Each key is programmable with a varying length string
• Additional character support is through multilevel Cary^3D programming
• Automatic repeat (typematic) and audible beeper are selectable on a per-key basis
• Advanced variable-length macro capability allows extensive data manipulation on all keyboard or peripheral programming strings
• Enhanced wedge capabilities include the following:
• Barcode: preamble and postamble
• Magnetic stripe: preamble, postamble, and field separator LRC suppression
• Keylock: Programmable header
• Control of upstream keyboard using a manager's key
• Programmable key output suppression based on the keylock position, including Ctrl, Alt, Shift macro capability, and Cary^3D

Specifications

Electrical

	Keyboard power	+5Vdc + 1% 450 mA maximum
	Scanner port power	+5Vdc + 1% 900 mA maximum
	ESD	20 Kv minimum, keylock 17 Kv
	EMI-RFI	In accordance with FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class B.
	Rollover	N-Key
	Magnetic stripe	ISO 7811/2/3
	Memory size	256 Kbits

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Mechanical

Communications

CARY 9020 membrane expansion module

The 9020 Series Membrane Expansion Module was designed to provide retailers with a larger number of programmable keys, increasing the total from 57 on the base 9000 to 113. There are many more if you count the five levels of Cary^3D-style memory.

A new flip-top cover allows you to quickly change the paper label insert for reconfiguration. The polyester-domed overlay is field-replaceable, minimizing down time and service costs. The membrane features a tactile / audio feedback.

The Cary 9020 keyboard is ideal for convenience store, grocery, fast food, petroleum, and hospitality applications.

Dimensions of membrane expansion module

Height x Width x Depth: 3.5 x 13.25 x 7.5 inches or 8.9 x 33.7 x 19.1 cm

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