Specifications

68  Advanced Application Operations SAM4s SPS-500 Operator Manual v1.2
Alpha Check Number
Traditionally, check numbers are numeric, either manually entered or assigned by the register. However, the
SPS-500 has the capability of using an alphanumeric name for a check. (Alpha check numbers are set with P
Mode System Option/Tracking File Option #17.)
Alpha check numbers are especially useful for ordering systems where the customer is called by name when
the order is ready. When alpha check numbers are used, the alpha name is limited to nine characters.
Manual Previous Balance
NOTES: Neither the new balance or transaction items are stored in memory and neither can be
recalled when using manual previous balance posting. You must set memory allocation to “Hard”
check to post manual balances.
Although not commonly used, the SPS-500 has the capability of manual previous balance operations. Manual
previous balance means that the balance amount is entered through the numeric keypad. New items entered
are added to the previous balance and the new balance is computed when the transaction is finalized. Any of
the four STORE 1-4 keys may be used to service the transaction.
Function Key Notes:
 Use the P/BAL key (function key code #148) to enter the previous balance amount.
Opening a Check
1. Enter zero, touch P/BAL.
2. Enter items.
3. Touch any one of the four store check functions, i.e. STORE #1.
Adding to a Check
1. Enter amount, touch P/BAL.
2. Enter items.
3. Touch STORE #1.
Paying a Check
1. Enter amount, touch P/BAL.
2. Touch CASH, or enter the amount tendered and touch CASH, or
Touch CHECK, or enter the amount tendered and touch CHECK, or
Touch one of the miscellaneous tender keys, or enter the amount tendered and touch of the
miscellaneous tender keys.
Note: If tender is less than balance, touch STORE #1 to finalize.
Hard Check Posting
With "hard check" posting, only current balances are stored in memory.