POS iMin
Integrate iMin Android POS devices with Odoo. Full hardware support: thermal printer, barcode scanner, customer display, card payment. Perfect all-in-one POS solution.
Overview
POS iMin module integrates iMin Android POS devices with Odoo, supporting all built-in hardware like thermal printer, barcode scanner, and customer display.
Perfect all-in-one solution for retail stores, restaurants, and cafes wanting professional POS devices at reasonable cost.
Key Features
Key points
• Integrated thermal printer - Print receipts and kitchen tickets directly from iMin POS without external devices
• Built-in barcode scanner - Use iMin built-in scanner to add products quickly
• Customer display - Show prices and totals to customers on secondary screen
• Card payment - Connect card reader via Bluetooth or USB
• Auto configuration - Automatically detect and configure iMin hardware on connection
• Fast printing - 80mm/s speed, supports 58mm and 80mm thermal paper
• Offline mode - Stable operation even with temporary internet loss
Target Users
Key points
• Retail stores - Need all-in-one POS with integrated printer and barcode scanner
• Restaurants, cafes - Need fast kitchen ticket and receipt printing
• Grocery stores - Need affordable, easy-to-use POS devices
• Store chains - Need standardized POS devices across branches
How to Use
Steps
1. Purchase iMin POS device (iMin D1, D2, D3, D4 or compatible models)
2. Install Odoo POS app from Google Play Store on iMin device
3. Connect iMin to WiFi or 4G
4. Log in to Odoo account on iMin device
5. Configure POS: Settings → POS → select iMin printer, iMin barcode scanner
6. Test connection: print test receipt, scan test barcode
7. Open POS session and start selling
8. Scan product barcodes to add to order
9. Complete payment and print receipt automatically
Scenario 1: Fast checkout with barcode scanning
Customer buys 5 products, cashier scans each product barcode using iMin built-in scanner, system automatically adds to order and calculates total.
Benefits: Fast checkout, reduce input errors, improve customer experience.
Scenario 2: Print receipt for customer
After payment, system automatically prints receipt via iMin built-in thermal printer, customer receives receipt immediately.
Benefits: No separate printer needed, save costs, reduce cable clutter.
Scenario 3: Print kitchen ticket for restaurant
Waiter enters order on iMin, system automatically prints kitchen ticket via thermal printer, kitchen receives ticket and starts preparation.
Benefits: Fast workflow, reduce order errors, improve kitchen efficiency.
Scenario 4: Display prices on customer screen
When cashier scans product, price and total display on customer screen, customer monitors and confirms before payment.
Benefits: Price transparency, increase customer trust, reduce disputes.
Scenario 5: Card payment via connected reader
Customer pays by card, cashier connects card reader to iMin via Bluetooth, customer swipes card and payment succeeds.
Benefits: Support multiple payment methods, increase revenue, reduce cash handling.
Important Terminology
Key points
• iMin - Brand of Android POS devices specialized for retail and F&B
• Thermal Printer - Heat-based printer that prints receipts without ink
• Barcode Scanner - Built-in or external barcode reading device
• Customer Display - Screen showing prices to customers
• Payment Terminal - Card payment reader device
• All-in-One POS - POS device with all hardware integrated in one unit
• ESC/POS - Standard printing protocol for thermal printers
Tips for Effective Use
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• Use quality thermal paper so receipts don't fade
• Clean barcode scanner regularly to ensure accurate scanning
• Configure appropriate paper size (58mm or 80mm)
• Use clear fonts and appropriate sizes on receipts
• Backup POS data regularly to prevent data loss
• Update iMin firmware regularly to fix bugs and improve performance
• Use protective case for iMin device to extend lifespan
System Requirements
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• iMin POS device (D1, D2, D3, D4 or compatible model)
• Android 7.0 or higher
• Latest Odoo POS app from Google Play
• Stable internet connection (WiFi or 4G/5G)
• Odoo account with POS access
• 58mm or 80mm thermal paper for printer
Troubleshooting: Printer not working
Key points
• Check thermal paper is loaded correctly
• Verify printer is selected in POS configuration
• Restart iMin device and try again
• Check printer driver is installed
• Contact iMin technical support if error persists
Troubleshooting: Barcode scanner not recognizing
Key points
• Check barcode is clear, not blurred or torn
• Clean scanner head with soft cloth
• Adjust scanning distance (5-15cm)
• Check barcode type configuration in POS
• Try scanning different barcode to identify issue
Troubleshooting: Customer display not showing
Key points
• Check connection between main and secondary screen
• Verify customer display is enabled in configuration
• Restart POS app
• Check secondary screen driver
• Contact technical support if issue persists
Frequently Asked Questions
Key points
• Is iMin compatible with Odoo? - Yes, iMin runs Android so fully compatible with Odoo POS app
• Can iMin be used offline? - Yes, but need to sync data when internet available
• Is thermal paper toxic? - Thermal paper is safe, but avoid prolonged skin contact
• Can multiple printers connect to one iMin? - Yes, via Bluetooth or WiFi
• Does iMin support company logo printing? - Yes, configure logo in Odoo POS settings
• What is iMin thermal printer lifespan? - About 50-100 million prints depending on model
Business Benefits
Key points
• Save 60% investment cost compared to buying separate printer and scanner
• Reduce 90% setup and hardware configuration time
• Increase 40% checkout speed through fast barcode scanning
• Eliminate 100% ink costs by using thermal printer
• Easily scale with standardized devices
• Reduce cable clutter, neat checkout counter