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Posted on Wednesday March 27, 2013

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  •     Equinox/Hypercom T4220 Lodging
  •     Hypercom M4230 Retail-Restaurant
  •     Hypercom T4100 Retail-Restaurant
  •     Hypercom T4220 Retail-Restaurant
  •     Hypercom T4220 Check Transaction Procedure
  •     Hypercom T4100 GIFT CARDS
  •     Hypercom T4220 GIFT CARDS
  •     HyperWare Retail T7Plus
  •     HyperWare Restaurant T7Plus
  •     HyperWare Retail Optimum T4100
  •     Nurit 30xx/8320 Retail & Restaurant
  •     Nurit 8000 Retail-Restaurant
  •     Omni VeriFone QRG Retail-Restaurant

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  •     Equinox/Hypercom T4100 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Equinox/Hypercom T4200 Lodging (Español)
  •     Equinox/Hypercom T4200 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Equinox/Hypercom M4230 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Hypercom T4100 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Hypercom T4220 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Nurit 8000 Retail-Restaurant (Español)
  •     Omni VeriFone QRG Retail-Restaurant (Español)
     



Posted on Wednesday March 27, 2013

Gift Card Acceptance

Total Merchant Services can turn your terminal into a money-making machine by offering Gift Card programs to your customers. Gift Cards keep customers coming back and they often spend more than what’s on the card. Plus Gift Cards help simplify managing store credits and can help combat fraud by keeping your cash in your store.

Loyalty Program

Loyalty Card programs are another great way to boost sales. You can offer free products, dollar discounts or a percentage off future purchases, all of which will entice customers to keep coming back. When you reward your customers for returning and making purchases, customer loyalty and profits rise. Total Merchant Services makes it easy and affordable to offer Loyalty Card programs to your customers.

Cash AdvanceCash Advance

With a cash advance from Total Merchant Services, your business gets the money it needs to take full advantage of growth opportunities. This is not a loan, but an advance on future sales. The advance will be paid back via a small, agreed-upon percentage of daily credit card transactions. All the business has to do is keep doing business as usual. No fixed payment schedule, no restrictions, no collateral, no bank fees – just the cash your business needs.

Merchant Advantage Program

Because we value our new merchants, we automatically enroll them in our Merchant Advantage program to provide even more savings and service right from the start. This program is normally $9.95 per month, but new merchants get to try it FREE for three months!
Includes:

  • Overnight replacement of defective processing terminals
  • Automatic terminal supply replenishment program – shipped FREE of charge
  • 24/7 instant access to your transaction data via our Online Account Access service
  • FedEx Advantage® program with savings up to 25% on shipping and business services
  • Valuable discounts on Dell computer equipment, supplies from Office Depot and email marketing from iContact

Check AcceptanceCheck Acceptance

Customers who want to write checks are no problem.  With our Check Conversion and Guarantee service, you can accept checks just like credit cards.  Checks are converted into electronic deposits, so the payments go directly into your bank account, just like your credit card funds.

And, with our Check Guarantee Service, we guarantee payment on every check you process and accept.  So, you won’t have to worry if a check is good, and lose a sale.




Posted on Wednesday March 27, 2013

Perform the same functions as a physical credit card terminal through our secure, web-based terminal options. You can use a Virtual Terminal to log into a website and run transactions, or an E-Commerce solution to connect your website directly to a variety of online shopping carts.
This enables you to:

  •     Accept credit cards, debit cards electronic checks and gift cards
  •     Automatically deposit your payment directly into your bank account
  •     Manually process credit card transactions from offline orders
  •     Issue credits, void transactions and view your list of transactions
  •     Identify suspicious transactions with built-in fraud tools

 




Posted on Wednesday March 27, 2013

Total Processing in QuickBooks is a fully integrated solution perfect for most small businesses. It includes free QuickBooks Pro 2013 software and a free USB card swipe device, and enables our merchants to receive and record payments through their PC. This eliminates the need for a separate processing terminal and the extra time of entering batch transactions into accounting software.




Posted on Wednesday March 27, 2013

Manufacturer description:

The Optimum T4220 countertop terminal is the most capable IP and dial terminal in the industry today. Hypercom (Equinox Payments) has combined the best-of-breed features of the Optimum family into this powerful IP device to suit any customer’s needs - large or small.

The Optimum T4220 provides IP performance and security second to none. The Optimum T4220 comes standard with integrated PCI PED approved PIN entry capability, the safety of the HyperSafe®32 architecture and unrivaled IP transaction and download speeds. The Optimum T4220 also shares the same user interface as the T4200 family dial and wireless models for ease of migration and support.




Posted on Monday March 25, 2013

Speed and Convenience
Payment Jack delivers the highest security possible
and the convenience of a mobile phone. Available for use on over 400+ phones, Payment Jack is the definitive application for processing major credit cards like Visa® , MasterCard®,and Discover® all on your mobile phone. With features such as real-time authorization, emailed receipts, void, and online reporting, you can trust that your business is flying at the speed of business . Payment Jack gives you the lowest rates on credit transactions while rigorously protecting your customers' personal data. Remember the big one that got away? Never again. When you invest the time in getting a prospect ready to place a big order,wrap up the deal without delay by taking their credit card right then and there - using just your cell phone.

No additional hardware required
With Payment Jack you use your current cell phone and your current calling plan.The service works on all major cell phones. If you don't already have a data plan,you can simply pay-as-you-go for data usage.It's just pennies per transaction. Payment Jack also includes a web interface so you can securely enter credit card data from your PC or Mac's desktop.

Secure and fully compliant
Payment Jack adheres to the highest possible standards in payment security. Being PCI certified (Payment Card Industry), you can trust that your transactions are processed accordingly .All customer data is encrypted before it leaves your cell phone. No personal data is retained on your cell phone.

Key Benefits
• Quick activation
• No additional equipment costs
• Feature rich for the Merchant in mind
• Reverse Phone Lookup
• DES3 secure, PCI compliant




Posted on Monday March 25, 2013

Hypercom’s Optimum M4230 is a unique mobile terminal that offers GPRS connectivity in a compact design. Created to operate on the same terminal application foundation as the popular Optimum T4200 family, the M4200 series expands the 4200 range, adding mobility to the Optimum terminal family line. The M4230 incorporates a removable, extra long-life battery for extended use between charges.

The M4230 can be re-charged by connecting the charger directly into the terminal or through an optional charging dock that also provides dial backup.

This truly powerful device has combined all the best-of-breed features of the Optimum T4200 family into a mobile device using common software applications, user interface and supporting systems.

While meeting today’s most stringent industry standards for wireless terminal security, the Optimum M4200 family also makes wireless easy and affordable when combined with Hypercom’s Mobile Networking service. See why Hypercom is your Total Solutions, Total Security provider.
Approvals

    PCI PED approved
    EMV L1 & L2 approved
    MasterCard PTSP approved
    RoHS compliant
    Interac approved

Applications          

    Auctions
    Delivery
    Flea Markets
    Sporting Venues
    Attended Kiosks
    Vendor Stands
    Trade Shows
    Transportation

Product Data
Portable, Secure Performance.

    Powerful — 32-bit ARM9 processor
    Fast — GSM/GPRS with V.34 modem via optional charging dock
    Functional — Full multi-application capability
    Easy-to-use and secure — PCI PED approved PIN pad
    Adaptable — Optional EMV card reader
    Hard Working — Extra long battery to meet the most demanding mobile requirements
    Complete — Hypercom Mobile Networking makes wireless easy and affordable

Point Of Service On The Go.
Simple, Easy To Use Features

    SureLoad® thermal printer design with clear lid alerts cashiers to low paper conditions. The simple drop-in loading virtually eliminates paper jams and the large paper roll means more receipts between changes
    Large, ADA-style, 19-key layout allows for easy key recognition. The Clear, Enter, Cancel and “5” keys provide tactile feedback for visually-impaired customers
    Slim form factor makes it perfect for handover installations for mobile merchants
    Color-coded port labels simplify service and support
    Industry-leading multi-application includes the functionality necessary to introduce value-added opportunities to merchants.

Fast, Time-Saving Performance

    Graphics-capable thermal printer ideal for printing logos and coupons directly at the point of service
    GSM/GPRS technology enables an always on connection for merchants to process transactions from anywhere, anytime
    V.34 modem available via optional charging dock
    The ARM9, 32-bit processor provides speed and functionality. It delivers four times the processing power and speed of the ARM7 processor used in competitive devices.

Unsurpassed Value

    Depot-upgradeable, modular communications provide a flexible platform that can quickly evolve as market requirements emerge. Provides investment protection and are easy to replace for faster service
    With more memory, 24MB standard, than competitive devices in its class, the Optimum M4230 easily handles software size increases due to regulatory requirements as well as the addition of value-added applications
    Every M4200 family model is PCI PED approved for PIN transactions
    The bright, white backlit display utilizes superior display technology to achieve a sharper image for maximum visibility
    Check imagers, PIN pads and contactless check readers can be connected using the peripheral RS232 port on the terminal or the optional charging dock to provide more payment choices
    Secure design meets the most stringent security regulations in the industry, including EMV, Interac, PCI PED and PTSP. The HyperSafe®32 architecture provides the ultimate protection against any unauthorized loading of applications and safeguards your investment.

Specifications          
Processor  
• 32-bit ARM9
Keypad 
• 19 buttons; PCI PED approved; water splash-resistant
• 6 navigational buttons
• ADA-style markings
Display 
• FSTN LCD with graphics
• 160 x 80 resolution
• Graphics capable; backlit
Card Reader 
• Magnetic stripe: Bi-directional, Tracks 1, 2, & 3
• Chip card: Optional; EMV4.1 Level 1 & 2, ISO 7816
• Up to three SAM slots
Communications 
• Primary: GSM/GPRS
• Modem: V.34/33.6Kbps via docking station
• Ports: RS-232 for peripherals
Printer 
• SureLoad® clamshell design, drop-in loading, thermal technology, 384 dots per line
• 15+ lines per second
• Paper roll: 2.24”, 50mm diameter
Memory 
• Flash: 8MB
• SDRAM: 16MB
• SRAM: 512KB (non-volatile)
• SRAM Backup: 5-year battery
Power 
• AC: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
• DC: 7.5V, 2.8A
Encryption 
• PCI PED approved
• Triple DES: ANSI X9.52, PIN-ANSI X9.8, MAC-ANSI X9.9 Part 1-ANSI X9.24
• Key management: DUKPT, Triple DES DUKPT and Triple DES master/session keys
Footprint 
• 3.62 in (w) x 8.24 in (l) x 2.59 in (h)
• 91.95 mm (w) x 209.3 mm (l) x 65.79mm (h)
Weight  • 1.34 lbs / .60 kg (Terminal only)
Environment 
• Temperature: 0-45°C/32-115°F
• Humidity: Max 85%, non-condensing
• ESD: 12,000 volts




by Chamber Nation on December 28th, 2012

If you are like most Chamber of Commerce executives you are always looking for better ways to promote membership sales.

The new Chamber Brochure by Chamber Nation is just that. 

View the new brochure at:

www.ChamberBrochure.com

by Chamber Nation on December 28th, 2012

In order to help our Chamber Nation customers promote membership in their Chamber we have created a series of new tools.

One of these tools is called the CHAMBER COMMERCIAL and it can be seen at:

www.ChamberCommercial.com

Posted on Tuesday October 09, 2012

Acrylic on canvas.  30 by 40  Lots of texture with raised tree trunks.




Posted on Tuesday October 09, 2012

Acrylic painting on canvas.  measures 24 by 30




Posted on Friday August 24, 2012

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Posted on Friday August 24, 2012

Desert Bloom 16 by 20 on canvas board



by Chamber Nation on June 21st, 2012

Asia-Pacific is leading a surge in the use of mobile devices as they play a more central role in people's lives and are on track to replace conventional computers, a top Google executive said Wednesday.

Aliza Knox, managing director of commerce for Google Asia Pacific, said smartphones and tablets were now becoming the primary means to access the Internet in the region, adding that the US firm was making preparations to respond to that.

"Asia has an insatiable appetite for mobile," she told a forum at the CommunicAsia telecom fair in Singapore.

Four regional economies -- Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and South Korea -- already have higher smartphone use rates than the United States, Knox said.
She added that 74 percent of searches in Singapore are now done on mobile gadgets while in Indonesia 78 percent of Internet users go online with a tablet or smartphone.
In Japan, a person has an average 45 apps on his or her mobile phone, with South Koreans coming next at 42 -- compared with 23 in the United States, according to Knox.
By 2015, one in two people in the world using the Internet will be in Asia, and in the region a person's first experience online will likely be on a mobile.

"Asia is ahead, Asia is taking this up faster than other places," she said.
Knox also cited global research showing "most people" keep at least one mobile device within three feet and check them an average 40 times a day.

One in four take it to the bathroom and two in three sleep them beside the bed.
"We're engaging with media so much more because these devices are with us at all times, they are the centre of our lives," she said.

Mobile devices are also increasingly being used to watch videos and play games, with many electronics giants such as Sony and Nintendo having to respond as they see sales of their consoles slow.

Knox urged companies to be ready for the surge in mobile usage in Asia, noting that Google hired 600 people in the region this year and invested $700 million to establish new data centres.
"We see unprecedented mobile growth, phenomenal demand for products and media, strong network support and a myriad of services becoming available -- a new role for the mobile device at the centre of people's lives," she said.

ORIGINAL ARTICLE CLICK HERE

by Chamber Nation on May 14th, 2012

By Pam Dyer On May 12, 2012

If you manage a website, you know the importance of search engine rankings. Since more than 90% of all online traffic is driven by search results, search engine optimization can be vital to businesses. If your site appears on the first page of Google results, it can make a huge difference in brand recognition, sales, and your bottom line.

But there’s more to harnessing Google’s search algorithm than simply optimizing your site with keywords and meta descriptions. Social media activity is becoming increasingly important in organic search results. Google’s Social Search taps into your social networks to determine the people you trust and makes sure that you see content from them in your search results.


What is social media’s impact?

The folks at TastyPlacement, an SEO and digital design firm in Texas, wanted to find out. They created 6 websites figuratively based in 6 U.S. cities of similar size. The websites were all in the same niche and had domain names that included the city name and the specific home service, like “www.City-Home-Service”. Ten months later, the 6th site was used as a control and sites 1-5 were promoted using only 1 social media outreach initiative, each with the goal of increasing:

Facebook shares and likes
Followers of a site’s Google+ Business Page
Google +1 votes for the website
Tweets and retweets
Twitter followers
Google+ wins!

Though the study wasn’t statistically ideal, it showed that social media has a measurable impact on Google organic search results, with Google properties impacting the websites’ organic search rankings the most.

Increasing the number of Google+ Business Page followers yielded the biggest change in position: +14.63
Tactics to grow the number of Google +1 votes also paid off: +9.44
Facebook promotion finished in the middle at +6.9
A better Tweet and retweet strategy resulted in +2.88
Focusing on getting more Twitter followers came in last and actually decreased search rankings: -1.22.
The control site, which had no social media activity around it, didn’t experience any meaningful change: -0.11
What you should do

Even though this study was small, it has significance. It’s logical that Google properties would be favored in Google search results, though the company would have us believe otherwise. Please refer to my last post, Using Google+ for Business, to take a look at the platform’s advantages.

If you’re just starting out with social media marketing, it makes sense to begin with a couple of small initiatives and go from there. Add a Google +1 button to your website and blog and set up a Google Business Page. Use social media campaigns and other messaging that encourages people to give you +1s and become one of your Google followers.
If you’re already using multiple social media outlets to market your company, try focusing more on Google +1 than on the other platforms you’re using and measure the results.

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by Chamber Nation on March 15th, 2012

Broadcast Ads
The membership organizations that commonly implement the Location Carousel system rank very high on search engines. Once people reach these sites through Google™ and Bing™ they have access to research tools which incorporate member ads.

Broadcasting through this program will deliver member ads through the Area Search Engine©, posted onto the organization website, through official mobile apps and through the members own Traffic Catcher System.

Broadcast News
Members of these participating organizations are provided with 'special' access to become trusted news commentators for both community information, photos and their own business updates.

This information will instantly stream through the Members News Network typically posted on the official community website.  In addition it streams through the Chamber Social Network / Member Business Network / College Business Network and to public viewers using the official community mobile applications.

Another great feature is that members who use this system may use the integrated 'Multi-Post' system to broadcast their news and special offers into FaceBook, LinkedIN, Twitter and the Member News Network with ONE CLICK.

Broadcast Photos
Photos play a very important part in not only promoting a community, but also for businesses as well.

Members are able to instantly contribute photos for the Member News Network that potential tourists or prospects will see to help build local community commerce.

Photos can be taken instantly on mobile devices (phones / tablets) and then electronically posted to various areas of this network.

Areas where mobile photos are accepted:
Members News Network
Coupons / Special Offers
Member Profile
Classified Ads
Business Photo Tours

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