User's Manual

Glossary Gl-3
DSP (Digital Signal Processor)
Part of the CBS control module that converts analog signals
received from the RF receiver to digital signals. The DSP then
processes this data and sends it to the microprocessor. The DSP
also receives and encodes data to be sent to a SmarTalker from the
microprocessor and transfers it to the RF transmitter.
E
Error Log
This module of the EPL Base Software records and displays
communication errors between the ISP or DPC and a SmarTalker.
EPL (Electronic Price Label)
The EPL, also referred to as a tag, is the device attached to the store
shelf that displays information for the customer. The trademarked
names for NCR’s tags are SmarTalker and SmarTalker II.
EPL Base Software
A software application for the DecisioNet System that runs on the
EPL Controller and does is not dependent on the type of POS
system used. The EPL Base Software controls the core DecisioNet
functionality such as initialization of a SmarTalker, display of price
on a SmarTalker, and diagnostics.
This software also provides a set of standard API functions that can
be used to interface with the EPL Application Software and other
software controlling the POS system.
EPL Batch File
A file containing a group of records used when making changes to
the EPL table. The batch file may be created at the store or
downloaded from headquarters.
EPL Case
A piece of shelf rail, the same length as the SmarTalker, that can be
used to secure a SmarTalker to the merchandise shelf. This rail
protects the SmarTalker from accidental damage and from theft.