Users Manual Part 2

SSPM Keypad
This concept topic discusses the IPS Group, Inc. SSPM keypad.
The SSPM keypad has four buttons:
l + Time (more time)
l — Time (less time)
l √ OK
l X Cancel
The M5™ SSPM uses mechanical buttons rated at > 200,000 cycles, that translates to > 10 years of use. The buttons are environmentally
sealed to prevent moisture from affecting performance, and are color-coded with symbols / words for the most intuitive user experience pos-
sible. Additionally, the symbols / words are cast through the button completely, so wear and tear does not degrade their appearance over
time.
Primary functions
The buttons are used for card payment transactions (credit, debit, and smart cards), but are not used during coin transactions.
After a motorist inserts / removes a card, the meter displays a default amount of time to purchase (as defined by its configuration). At that
moment, the motorist can add / subtracting time to their transaction by pressing + Time (more time) / — Time (less time). Press X Cancel
to cancel the card transaction, or press √ OK to submit the transaction for purchase. (The SSPM does not refund / cancel coin trans-
actions.)
Secondary functions
When the SSPM is in Diagnostics mode, the + Time (more time) / — Time (less time) buttons are also used to scroll up / down and nav-
igate through the Diagnostic mode sub-menus. Press √ OK to confirm / enter selections, or press X Cancel to cancel / exit out of selec-
tions. (Press
X Cancel numerous times to completely exit Diagnostics mode, and return the SSPM to normal operation.)
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