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Compact Size

Its sleek design offers an impressive payment solution that fits inside your pocket.

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Large Touchscreen Display

Complete transactions in record time through the intuitive Poynt 5” Touchscreen display.

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On-the-Go Payments

With its WiFi, Bluetooth, and 3G connection capabilities, you can accept payments wherever you sell.

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Built-in Camera

Take picture-perfect images and scan barcodes easily with the 5 MP rear camera (complete with flash and red targeting LED).

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Built-in Microphone

Never worry about audio issues again with the Poynt 5’s mono speaker built-in microphone.

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Cash Drawer Options

Keep your balance sheet balanced with an optional cash drawer connection that allows you to accept and record cash payments.

The Poynt 5 smart terminal is a cutting-edge mobile payment device that delivers comprehensive processing capabilities anywhere you go. In addition to built-in EMV and NFC technology, it offers customers email, text, or paper receipt options via its printer connection function. With its WiFi connectivity, this smart terminal supports easy integration with the Poynt app, which includes inventory management and invoicing. Whether running a food truck or managing a restaurant, this device offers versatility and efficiency with features like the Poynt loyalty program and QuickBooks integration. If you’re tired of old-fashioned hardware, the Poynt 5 is perfect for modern business owners everywhere.

Poynt 5 Smart Terminal 3G/WiFi Mobile POS Technical Specification

User Manual

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User Guide


Spec Sheet

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Operating System

Poynt OS


Size

3" x 6.06" x 1"


Connection

WiFi, 3G, and Bluetooth


Card Reader Types

Hybrid MSR/Chip Reader | Magnetic Stripe Reader | EMV Reader | NFC Contactless


Power source

10 W, 5 V, 2 A (100~240V) | Battery: 2Ah, 4.35 V, 800 cycles


Processor

Application processor: 4-core 1.3 GHz ARM Cortex A53; Security processor: 108MHz ARM Cortex M3


Ports

USB Type-C port


Memory

1GB DDR RAM / 8GB Flash


Camera Specs

Rear camera: 5 MP with flash and red targeting LED


Printer Specs

N/A


Paper Size

N/A


Screen

5” Touchscreen display | 720(w) x1280(h) pixels


Battery Specs

Rechargeable


Battery Life

8 Hour Battery Life


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Third-party Payment (s)

Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Wallet, Visa payWave, Android Pay, MasterCard PayPass


Fee-Recovery Method (s)

N/A


Compatible Platform (s)

TSYS


Certifications

PCI PTS PED and SRED 4.x, End to end encryption Supports TLS 1.2 | EMVCo L1 and L2 certification, PTCRB NFCC


Release Date

2016


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Frequently Asked Questions

The Poynt 5, a smaller payment device, is perfect for merchants who want customers to pay at the table, during bustling lines, or on the move.

GoDaddy acquired Poynt on Feb. 9, 2021.

  1. When you turn on your Poynt 5 terminal, your device will guide you to connect to WiFi. To change your WiFi settings, head to the home screen and swipe down from the top screen.
  2. Select WiFi.
  3. Select a WPA, WPA2, or WPA2 PSK network.

The icons on the screen indicate the status of the Poynt 5 terminal, which cannot be removed. The icons that may display your device include:

 

  1. Card Reader Status: Signals that the terminal is ready to process payments.
  2. Internal Printer Status: Signals that a connected printer is available.
  3. USB: Shows when the device is connected via USB.
  4. Bluetooth: Signals that Bluetooth is on.
  5. Internet Connectivity: This shows when the device is connected to WiFi, Ethernet, or 3G.
  6. Battery: Displays the amount of power remaining on the battery.
  7. Time: Displays the current time.
  8. User: Displays the active user profile on the device.

Dock: Signals if the terminal is on the dock or not.

The Poynt 5 terminal does not have a built-in printer. However, the device can connect to a Poynt Smart Terminal, which includes a printer.

The Poynt 5 terminal does not include or require a stylus.

To turn on your Poynt 5 terminal, locate the power button on the back of the merchant-facing screen. To wake the device, press down and quickly release the power button (1 sec) on the back of the screen.

 

To Reboot the Poynt 5

Step 1: To power down your Poynt 5, slide down the button on the right-hand side of the terminal toward the bottom. Hold for 3 seconds. Release.

Step 2: A menu will appear. Then select either Power Off or Reboot the device.

Yes, Poynt is safe. Each payment you accept is end-to-end encrypted, and your data is secured according to the strictest industry standards. Poynt is also fully PCI DSS and PCI PTS certified.

Using the power adapter and USB cable, plug in your Poynt 5 to charge. Insert the smaller cable end at the bottom of the device below the Home button.

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