The EMS Client comes as an optional Installation during the Linky Software Installer. It Is a lightweight
program and is commonly used by customers to keep a record of receipts and transactions performed on
the POS.
Auto Detect is a legacy application and may not detect an EFT-Server or a correctly functioning
PINPAD. If Auto Detect isn't detecting a terminal, it does not mean the terminal is faulty or
configured incorrectly. If it is not detecting an EFT-Server, it does not mean the EFT-Server is
inaccessible.
You can open this application by pressing the cyan 'C' located in the bottom right of your taskbar.
Auto Detect
The Auto Detect button will allow you to detect EFT-Servers on the network and eftpos terminals connected to the POS. Due to its unreliable nature, the Auto Detect should not be relied upon for troubleshooting and detecting purposes.
Auto Detect will also stop and restart the Linkly Client and EFT-Server services, this action may require Administrator privileges to run.
The Auto Detect button will allow you to detect EFT-Servers on the network and EFTPOS terminals connected to the POS. Due to its unreliable nature, the Auto Detect should not be relied upon for troubleshooting and detecting purposes.
Auto Detect will also stop and restart the Linkly Client and EFT-Server services. This action may require Administrator privileges to run.
Auto Detect identifies the following components:
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| PINPAD | Detects correctly configured terminals attached to the POS. Shows the COM Port in use (serial or USB). |
| EFT-Server | Searches Port 2005 for any active EFT-Servers connected to the Gateway. |
| P66 Modem | Legacy gateway connection method. Still detected if in use by customer. |
| EMS-Servers | Obsolete software (EOL 2017). No longer supported by Linkly; support handled by customer IT. |
Tasks
Pressing the TASKS button will open TASKS window. Here you can set up a "task" that the EMS
Client can force the Terminal to perform.
Using tasks, you can setup the terminal to perform an Automatic Settlement, a pre-settlement, a
print out of the Shift Totals generated by the journal and a summary or Txn Listing If supported
by the bank.
Pressing the Add Auto Settle button will open the Add Auto Settle window. Please see the options below to configure
Automatic Settlement Settings
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Time to Auto Settle | Adjusts the scheduled time for automatic settlement to occur. |
| Settlement Type | Defines the settlement type used during the process. Select from the Settlement Type section. |
| Receipt Printing | Allows selection of printer used for settlement receipts. Set to internal (NPT) or local POS printer in the EFT-Client. |
| Prompt for Retry | If enabled, the EMS Client will retry automatic settlement until the request is successful. |
After making changes, hit the ACCEPT button. The automatic settlement you have set up will now be visible on the TASKS window.
An automatic settlement uses the AUTOSETTLE application.
This is installed in the location where Linkly has been installed (by default C:\Program Files (x86)\PC_EFT).
If you examine the exec field in the tasks window, you can see where the task is going to look for the auto settle application.
If this is pointing to the wrong location, reinstall Linkly and choose the correct installation path.
(Either C:\PC_EFT or C:\Program Files (x86)\PC_EFT)
As you can see from the window, once a task has been set up it will be issued a specific code for the parameters of the task.
For example, a task with the code 2102 is a Settlement set to print a receipt using the EFT-Client.
Below Is a list of codes for all task types.
Settlement Type Receipt Printing Options
| Settlement Type | Do not print receipt | Print receipt from the POS | Print receipt from the Linkly Client |
|---|---|---|---|
| Settlement | 210 | 2101 | 2102 |
| Pre-Settlement | 220 | 2201 | 2202 |
| Summary (ANZ only) | 230 | 2301 | 2302 |
| Shift Totals (no reset) | 240 | 2601 | 2602 |
| Shift Totals (reset) | 250 | 2501 | 2502 |
| Transaction Listing | 260 | 2701 | 2702 |
Please note:
Only one settlement can be performed every 24 hours. Performing another settlement within that time will result in the response "97 ALREADY SETTLED" or "SETTLEMENT NOT AVAILABLE".
The customer will have to wait until their next scheduled settlement time.
Journals and Receipt Viewer
Both the Journal and Receipts buttons will open the Journal and Receipt Viewer application (located In the default Installation directory).
This allows you to see a record of all transactions and receipts performed on the POS with an Integrated eftpos terminal since the Installation of Linkly was performed.
Journal Tab
The Journal tab of the Journal and Receipt Viewer shows all transactions performed on the POS that have been recorded by the Client in the EFTPOS.EJL file. This will not show all the information of the transaction, only partial card data and card information (Type, Expiry, etc), the value of the transaction, and the status of the transaction (failed, successful).
All transactions for the selected date will also add to the total amount in the bottom of the Journal window. This can be a quick way for a customer to see their totals for a specific time period.
From the options on the top right, you can select to view all journaled transactions or choose a specific time period using the "Between" and "And" dropdown boxes. You can also select the Txn Type you would like to view. These options include financial transaction, successful transactions, failed transactions and all transactions. (non-financial transactions include settlements, and logons)
From the options on the bottom right, you can select the information you would like to print. You can print total amounts, total amounts + a listing of transactions, print just the transaction listing or print the selected transaction highlighted in blue.
Receipts Tab
The Receipts tab of the Journal and Receipt Viewer shows a record of all receipts stored by the Client since the Installation of Linkly.
The Receipt tab draws the information from the RECEIPT.RCP file in the following location C:\PC_EFT > EFTPOS.RCP and C:\PC_EFT\Receipt The receipt will be displayed in the centre dialogue box.
On the right, you can view all available receipts or filter to a specific timeframe using the drop down boxes. You can also select and choose to print the specific receipt or print all receipts from your specified timeframe.
Options Tab
Here you can choose the printer you would like to print to from the Journal and Receipt Viewer.
You can select the printer from the dropdown box. To set a printer as default, see the next
section below. You can also enable a Debug log to generate for the Journal and Receipt Viewer.
Settings Tab
The following is accessed via the SETTINGS button in the EMS Client.
Due to the EMS Server no longer being used or supported by Linkly, almost all information on the page is irrelevant. The only setting that should be altered Is the Default Printer.
DO NOT change any other settings on this page. Selecting the Default Printer will set the Journal and Receipt Viewers Default Printer. You do not need to hit APPLY after changing the default printer.