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# Get started with SwipeSimple A80

Set up, connect, and test your SwipeSimple PAX A80 payment terminal.

The PAX A80 is an Android-based smart countertop payment terminal. It lets you securely accept payments with SwipeSimple.

The terminal supports PCI PTS 5.x, SRED, and NFC contactless security standards. These features help protect transaction data and customer privacy.

### Features and specifications

* Built-in camera
* High-definition 4-inch touchscreen
* Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity

#### Technical specifications

* **Processor:** Quad-core Cortex-A53, 1.2 GHz application CPU; Cortex M3 security CPU
* **Wireless:** Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0
* **Ports and SIM:** Dual SIM and one Micro USB port
* **Size and weight:** 7.12 × 3.3 × 3.19 inches; 13 ounces

#### In the box

* PAX A80 terminal
* PAX manual and quick setup guide
* Power cable and test paper roll

### Connect the terminal

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#### Connect power and start the terminal

Connect the power adapter to the **Power** port on the back of the terminal.

Press and hold the red **Cancel/Power** button for 3–5 seconds. Release it to start the terminal.

The terminal opens to a generic home screen. You select the payment app later.
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#### Connect to a network

Choose Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Configure Wi-Fi directly on the terminal.

**Ethernet**

1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the terminal's **LAN** port.
2. Select **Settings** → **Ethernet**.
3. Turn on Ethernet.

**Wi-Fi**

1. Select **Settings** → **Wi-Fi**.
2. Turn on Wi-Fi and select your network.
3. Enter the network password when prompted.

The terminal supports DHCP, static IP addresses, and manual proxy settings.
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### Configure personal settings

Configure these settings before processing payments.

#### Turn off key tones

1. Select **Settings** from the home screen.
2. Select **Language & input** → **Android Keyboard (ASOP)** → **Preferences**.
3. Turn off **Sound on keypress**.

#### Set the date and time zone

1. Select **Settings** → **Date & time**.
2. Turn off **Automatic time zone**.
3. Select the correct time zone.
4. Turn off **Use 24-hour format** to use standard time.

The terminal defaults to Eastern Time and 24-hour time.

### Sign in and test the terminal

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#### Sign in to SwipeSimple

Select the **SwipeSimple** app from the home screen.

Sign in with the credentials in the SwipeSimple Welcome email. The email is sent from **Xplor Pay for SwipeSimple account**.

Use the temporary password for your first sign-in. You must create a new password.
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#### Test payment processing

Run a sale, return, and batch report. Use the SwipeSimple PAX Quick Reference Guide for detailed transaction steps.
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