Cash registers "Mercury": instructions and reviews

2024 Author: Howard Calhoun | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 10:16

The crisis of the 1990s is well remembered by the inhabitants of Russia - the decline in production, galloping inflation, unemployment and hopelessness. But even in this difficult time, there were companies that managed to rise in the production of high-tech products. One such example is the Incotex holding. Currently, the company produces a wide range of products - a variety of commercial equipment, tachographs, LED lamps, car alarms and much more. But the Mercury cash registers brought fame and popularity to the company.

"Incotex" - the leader in the market of cash registers

When the company "Incotex" just released its first model - "Mercury 112", the market was busy. Of the domestic manufacturers, the Kursk "AccountMash" was popular, producing adding machines since the 50s.

Company "Pro-sam" is also a manufacturer with experience. The older generation probably remembers the Soviet Oka 400 cash registers. were popularKorean models Samsung ER-4615 and Samsung ER-250 are reliable and trouble-free. They can still be found in stores, despite their solid size and noise.

Description of the range

Cash registers "Mercury 112", despite the high competition, managed to occupy their niche in the market. A little later, the next development appeared - "Mercury 115". The algorithm of work on the new machine remained the same, but the dimensions were greatly reduced, it became possible to work on battery power, and the new printer made it possible to print receipts on a wider ribbon. Having appeared in 1998, "Mercury 115" has become a truly popular cash desk. The retail outlets in Moscow were 90% equipped with this particular device. The cash register was easy to use and reliable, like a Kalashnikov assault rifle, which determined its long life - it is still the most common cash register in Russia.

Next comes the cash register "Mercury 130K". The main highlight of this model is its appearance. The manufacturer has released a model that is not only reliable, but also the most convenient and pleasant in appearance. The next model, "Mercury 140", was not widely used. The device had advanced functionality, a large screen for the buyer, but its price was too high.

And the last cash register of the line - "Mercury 180K". All the features built into the previous models have been retained in it, in addition, it has a record small size. This box easily fits in the palm of your hand. She is excellentsuitable for entrepreneurs whose business is associated with constant traveling. The device is easily attached to the belt, at any time you can break through the check. The cash register "Mercury", the price of which is on average lower than its counterparts, is readily bought not only in Russia, but also in most CIS countries. Let's take a closer look at the two most successful models - "Mercury 115" and "Mercury 130".

Mercury 115

In terms of shape and size, this apparatus, as they say, is brick by brick. But otherwise, "Mercury 115" is the best choice for small retail outlets. Over the course of 17 years, this cash register has been improved several times - a thermal printer has appeared instead of a matrix one, the charger has become more compact, and the ability to work with departments has been added.

The powerful 6V 3.2Ah battery lasts a whole shift with a margin. The rubber keyboard protects the board from liquid ingress. Up to 6 lines of text can be programmed into the title and end of the check - in this parameter "Mercury 115" surpasses all other analogues.

In addition, you can choose one of eight fonts, so that in addition to the details of the organization, advertising information will also fit in the receipt. The screen of the cash register is LED, so it will be convenient to use it even with a lack of lighting. Operation with the cash register "Mercury" usually does not cause difficulties for operators.

Mercury 130

"Mercury 130" hasextended functionality compared to "Mercury 115". First of all, it is a com-port through which you can quickly program the cash register. You can connect a barcode scanner to it or download a product database from a computer. The new model also has a customer display. "Mercury 130" outwardly resembles a calculator - large in area and flat. This made the keys large and comfortable.

The circuitry of the machine has been preserved from the previous model. Compared to the "Mercury 115", the new device uses a smaller capacity battery, uses a liquid crystal display, so the 115th will be preferable for extreme conditions.

Features of the work of a cashier

As already mentioned, Mercury cash registers are easy to operate. The algorithm of work is described in 4 steps:

• Turn on the machine, make sure the date and time are correct.
• Enter cash register mode (press IT key 3 times).
• Punch check (enter price, press PI and IT).
• At the end of the day, remove the shift report (press 2 times PE and 2 times IT).

Practice shows that you should not immediately show the cashier all the features of the device - this often leads to errors in work. In addition, it is desirable for an employee to know the main errors that may occur when working with a device such as the Mercury cash register. The instruction gives a description of 56 errors indicating actions inif they occur.

Flaws

No matter how wonderful the device may be, in the process of operation, imperfections, flaws and shortcomings in its work are always revealed. Cash registers "Mercury" are no exception. The disadvantages are not critical, but it will not hurt to get acquainted with them.

• The "Mercury 115" rubber keyboard is very thin and tends to tear if handled carelessly.
• Chargers in older versions of the devices were relatively heavy. A heavy transformer can damage the printed circuit board when struck, so handle them with extreme care.
• The tray for the check tape in "Mercury 130" has a very small tolerance, so if the roll is unevenly wound, it can get stuck in the nest. When printing a check, the lines will overlap each other. This can be avoided if, when installing a new roll, check whether it is placed freely in the tray. Otherwise, hit the end of the tape with something heavy to straighten it out.
• The power switch on "Mercury 130" is located on the front panel. If you have to sell bulk goods in a store, then the switch often becomes clogged, only a CTO specialist can clean it. To avoid this, you need to stick the switch with tape or cover it with a film.