Specifications

APPENDIX A: Optional modules and supported hardware
See tips guide for an overview of these modules and features:
FrameVue, WebRescue, WebSites, WebOrders, WebReports, Powerpay, DigitalCustom, Canvas Art Works, and Artaissance
Additional LifeSaver Workstation License (networked at the same physical location)
Software Cost: $300 per additional workstation, one time fee. Yearly support fees do not increase.
FrameVue Visualization
Software lease fee: $399 for year 1, $199 each additional year.
Camera for Windows 8.1/7/Vista/XP: Canon PowerShot S5 IS (eBay) Canon REBEL/EOS most models
Ceiling bracket for Canon models: ~ $4.07 Item MCB1B at www.amazon.com
USB active extension cables: Avail in 16' (max 80' w/5 chained together), or 32' (max 96' w/3 chained together)
Sources: www.usbgear.com USBG-2U16 (16') $12.97, USBG-36FTAB (36') $23.98 www.amazon.com 16' $8.49, 32' $15.96
PowerPay Credit Card Processing Star thermal receipt printer (below) recommended.
Software Module Cost: Free. Click HELP → SIGN UP WITH POWERPAY for info.
USB credit card READER: Provided by PowerPay for free
USB debit card PIN PAD: Available through PowerPay at reasonable cost
High Speed Thermal Receipt Printer (Note: can be networked/shared with multiple stations)
Star 100 Series. Dark gray w/USB interface, auto cutter, internal ps, CD, wall kit, cable
Source: www.posworld.com Item# TSP143II ECO $209 (can print logo or coupons)
Some older printers that work: Star 100, 600, 600 II, 700, 700 II, etc
Note: A DYMO printer can also be used for receipts, but without auto cutter, logo, or cash drawer support
Automatic Cash Drawer w/media slots. Source: POSWorld Some popular models:
$238 shipped EP-125NKUSB-M (USB interface, for under counter security/mounting bracket +$27) BEST
$186 shipped ADV-113B11310-04_226-199STSP10-00 (Star printer interface, under counter bracket +$39)
Barcode Scanning and Printing Module, including Thermal Label Printer Support Module
Software module cost: $249 (now includes both modules)
Recommended barcode reader(s): (Recommended source www.posworld.com)
Metrologic Voyager 9520 USB, hands free/triggerless, w/stand item# MK9520-32A38 $123
Honeywell Voyager 1200G USB, hands free/triggerless, w/stand item# 1200G-2USB-1 $128
Recommended tag printer: Dymo Turbo 400 (69100) or Dymo Twin Turbo (69115)
note: The dymo printers are capable of barcode tags, mailing labels, or receipts. These are often on sale at office supply stores.
Which consumables work with LifeSaver and my printer?
Star receipt printer paper rolls: 3 1/8”. www.posworld.com Item# 1213 box of 50 rolls @ $70 shipped
Dymo printer: mat/moulding/art & gift barcode label rolls: 30277 or 30332(1”), receipt paper rolls: 30270, mailing labels: 30252
Laser printer: mat/moulding/art & gift barcode labels: Avery 8366 or Avery 5266, mailing labels: Avery 5160 * (30 per sheet)
*also OK for laser mailing labels: Avery 5260, 5520, 5810, 5960, 5970, 5971, 5972, 5979, 5980, 8160, 8660, 8810
OTHER RESOURCES:
www.lifesaversoftware.com Visit the LifeSaver forum for additional tips, training, support, and to send feedback
www.onlineframingsoftware.com Visit to learn about having your own online framing website
www.framingbusinessconsulting.com Ken can help to create custom pricing tables, appropriate for your market goals
www.techbargains.net Check the left column for today's computer bargains and market prices.
www.thegrumble.com The Picture Framer's Grumble and forum
www.ppfa.com Professional Picture Framer's Association and Framer's Corner forum
Market prices on this page were current as of 10/20/14
This tips guide is updated regularly. You can download the most current PDF version at www.getthepictureframing.com/gfaq/
LifeSaver Tips & Tricks compiled by customer Mike Labbe www.getthepictureframing.com
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