CRS Inc. announces the release of the Samsung ER-5200 series of Electronic Cash Registers (ECRs) consisting of three new models, the ER-5215, ER-5240 and ER-5200. All three models feature integral high-speed thermal printers and functions usually found in higher-cost POS equipment. By printing graphic images on wide 2-14" (58mm) receipts, retailers using low-cost equipment can for the first time use receipts as marketing tools - reinforcing brand exposure by printing logos, coupons and/or advertising messages.

Using flash ROM technology, each model in the ER-5200 series includes powerful embedded software. The keyboard can be customized and specific features activated that allow the registers to be used by a variety of retailers, including convenience stores, gas stations, bars, grills, taverns, restaurants, resorts, campgrounds, and small motels.

An optional scale, printer, coin dispenser, pole display, or PC can be connected using standard RS-232C communications. With the optional Sam52 for Windows, or the ER-5200 PC Utility, the register's program can be maintained, reports can be polled, and graphic images can be downloaded.

The ER-5215 keyboard features 5 to 15 PLU keyboard locations and is sold to distributors and dealers through the CRS Open Line Products Division. The ER-5240 features 15 to 40 PLU keyboard locations and the ER-5200 features a large, flat spill-resistant keyboard with 117 PLU keyboard locations for hospitality applications. Both models are available through the CRS Dealer Line Products Division.

Samsung brand ECRs are manufactured under license by Shin Heung Precision Co., Ltd. of Korea and are distributed exclusively in North America by CRS, Inc. CRS is the nation's largest independent importer and distributor of cash registers, POS terminals, peripherals and parts.