Astrix: System Requirements & Options

Astrix runs on Windows-based computers. Suggested minimum system requirements are as follows:

Required:

Computer System

Operating System: Recommended - Windows XP - Professional SP3.  Windows 7.
CPU: Intel Dual-Core Processor or AMD equivalent
RAM (memory) - 2GB
Hard Disk Drive - 160GB
Keyboard - wired (wireless model not recommended)
Mouse - wired (wireless model not recommended) 

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Display Screen / Monitor  17" Monitor capable of displaying a minimum of 1024 x 768 resolution.                                                                                     
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Optional (Highly Recommended):

Receipt Printer 

The Star SP500 combines renowned reliability and a multitude of high end features into a compact, value-driven solution. It is capable of fast output, printing 40 columns at 4 lines per second. This printer series has a bi-directional, logic seeking mechanism resulting in an exceptional throughput outpacing its nearest competition. Its compact footprint is further enhanced by its internal power supply - no "brick on a rope" for this printer. This efficiency is further shown in the highly effective cable management system allowing the interface and internal power supply cables to be neatly tucked away behind a protective cove.

The hinged cover of the SP500, with its integrated rain channel, protects the printer from liquid spills and other debris. 

Printer can be supplied by Avatar Software Inc.      

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Tag/Label Printer                                                                                                           

The direct Zebra thermal LP 2844 bar code label printer is ideal for applications requiring a space-saving, desktop-size, 4.09" (104 mm) printer. This user-friendly printer delivers optimal performance in today's on-demand desktop labeling applications. The LP 2844 has a sturdy construction with a double-walled ABS casing.

Uses a USB connection to computer.

Printer can be supplied by Avatar Software Inc.                                                                         

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Report / Sheet Printer

Printing of consignor account items, payments, item lists, and Astrix reports are setup to be printed on 8 1/2" x 11" paper.

Laser printers are recommended because they are less expensive to operate than bubble jet printers and are readily available at office supply stores for a reasonable price.

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Optional:

Bar Code Scanner                                              

The Wasp WCS3900 barcode scanner series are the most popular CCD barcode scanning devices in the Wasp product line. Manufactured for durability yet employing an exclusive ergonomic design for comfort, the WCS3900 and WCS3905 barcode scanners are the best in their class.

For fast connection, the WCS3900 can simply be plugged into a keyboard wedge via USB or PS/2. Both barcode scanners send data to an active application just like it was typed on a keyboard. They are designed for retail, point of sale, or any repetitive process where time and accuracy are important factors in making business succeed. The WCS3900 CCD barcode scanner is a contact scanner that reads barcodes up to 1" away with a maximum barcode width of 3.25".

Bar code scanner can be supplied by Avatar Software Inc
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Cash Drawer     
Cash drawers can either be manually opened when required or opened automatically when a sales receipt is printed when drawer is attached to a receipt printer.  cashdrawer.jpg
Dot Matrix Printer

Panasonic’s dot matrix printers come in narrow or wide carriage with 9-pin up to 24-pin printing heads. Dot matrix printers can print on multi-part stationery and feature the lowest printing cost per page of any printer. You can also use continuous paper with user-selectable pull or push tractor feed, so they’re perfect for data logging. Dot matrix printers feature various scalable fonts with up to 250 cps draft print speed for fast printing using up to 7 colors. Reliable and rugged, Panasonic dot matrix printers are a smart, economical choice for large volume printing.

Requires parallel printer port to be available on computer to which it is attached or a USB to Parellel converter cable.

Printer can be supplied by Avatar Software Inc.

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