Progressive International Electronics PIcon Console - Manual (Page 9)

PIcon Installation and Operation
Rev 2.0 June 2006 Page 5
General Installation Guidelines
The basic PIcon system consists of several components — the console interconnect box and
cables. Refer to Diagram: PIcon Port and Keyboard Layout, which shows the various
connections of the PIcon system, including the port for optional printer.
To install the PIcon:
1. Place the console at the checkout counter of the station.
2. If using the PI DBox, refer to the PI DBox Installation Guide for detailed installation
instructions. Attach the PIcon system to the dispenser data distribution equipment for the
appropriate dispenser type.
3. If a printer is to be used with the PIcon, attach the printer cable to the 36-pin connector on
the back of the printer and the other end to the 15-pin serial port connector on the back of
the consoles.
4. If using the PI Configurator and the dispenser manufacturer’s DBox, refer to the PI
Configurator Installation Guide and the dispenser manufacturer’s DBox installation guide
for detailed instructions. Mount under the counter or on a wall adjacent to the console,
not more than five feet away. Using the PIcon cable, connect the configurator to the
PIcon, connection to the PIcon’s PIport.
5. Upon completion, apply power to all the components of the PIcon system and commence
programming, as outlined in the Program and Report section of this manual.