POS Pricer
Integrate Pricer electronic shelf label system with Odoo POS. Auto-update prices on shelves, no paper labels needed. Reduce price errors, save time and operating costs.
Overview
POS Pricer module integrates Pricer Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) system with Odoo POS, allowing automatic real-time price updates on shelf labels.
Pricer is the world's leading ESL solution provider, using energy-efficient e-paper technology. This solution helps retail stores eliminate paper labels, reduce errors, and increase pricing flexibility.
Key Features
Key points
• Auto price updates - Change price in Odoo, electronic labels update automatically in seconds
• Display diverse information - Price, product name, barcode, promotions, unit of measure
• Multi-color labels - Red for promotions, black for regular prices, attract attention
• Battery saving - E-paper technology, label battery lasts 5-7 years
• Batch updates - Change prices of hundreds of products simultaneously
• Real-time sync - Shelf prices always match POS prices
• Remote management - Update prices for multiple stores from headquarters
• Status reports - Track which labels are active, which need battery replacement
Target Users
Key points
• Supermarkets, grocery stores - Thousands of products need frequent price updates
• Electronics stores - Prices change flexibly with market
• Fashion stores - Seasonal promotions, flash sales
• Pharmacies - Drug prices change per regulations
• Convenience stores - Quick price updates for promotions
• Store chains - Synchronize prices across multiple branches
How to Use - Setup
Steps
1. Purchase Pricer ESL system (electronic labels, base station, software)
2. Install base station in store (1 base station covers 100-200m²)
3. Attach electronic labels to shelves, activate labels
4. Install POS Pricer module in Odoo
5. Configure connection: Settings → POS → Pricer Integration
6. Enter API key, base station ID from Pricer
7. Link Odoo products with electronic labels (by barcode or SKU)
8. Test price update to ensure connection works
How to Use - Price Update
Steps
1. Change product price in Odoo (Product → Edit → Sales Price)
2. Save changes
3. System automatically sends update command to Pricer
4. Electronic label on shelf updates new price in 5-30 seconds
5. Check label on shelf to confirm successful update
How to Use - Promotions
Steps
1. Create promotion program in Odoo (Pricelist or Discount)
2. Apply to specific products
3. Electronic label automatically displays old price crossed out, new price in red
4. Can add text "SALE", "50% OFF" on label
5. When promotion ends, label automatically returns to regular price
Scenario 1: Supermarket changes hundreds of product prices
Supermarket receives new stock at better prices, needs to reduce prices of 200 products. Manager batch updates prices in Odoo by importing CSV. Within 2 minutes, all 200 electronic labels on shelves updated with new prices.
Result: Save 4 hours of labor printing and replacing paper labels, no price errors.
Scenario 2: Electronics store 2-hour flash sale
Flash sale on laptops from 10am-12pm, 20% off. Manager creates pricelist in Odoo, applies from 10am. At exactly 10am, electronic labels automatically display sale price in red. At 12pm end, labels automatically return to original price.
Result: No staff needed to change labels, customers see clear promotion, 40% increase in sales.
Scenario 3: Supermarket chain with 10 branches
Headquarters updates prices of 500 products in Odoo. System automatically syncs prices to 10 branches. All electronic labels at 10 stores update simultaneously within 5 minutes.
Result: Uniform prices across chain, no need to call or email price notifications.
Scenario 4: Pharmacy updates prices per regulations
Ministry of Health adjusts prices of 50 drug types. Pharmacy updates prices in Odoo per official list. Electronic labels automatically update, ensuring immediate regulatory compliance.
Result: Legal compliance, no fines for wrong prices, customer trust.
Scenario 5: Fashion store end-of-season sale
End of season, 70% off all fall/winter items (300 products). Manager applies 70% discount in Odoo. Electronic labels display old price, new price and "70% OFF" in prominent red.
Result: Attract customers, sell out inventory quickly, no labor printing sale labels.
Important Terminology
Key points
• Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) - Electronic price label attached to shelf, replaces paper labels
• Pricer - World's leading ESL solution provider
• E-paper - Paper-like screen technology, battery-saving, easy to read under light
• Base Station - Radio station controlling electronic labels in store
• SKU - Stock Keeping Unit, product identifier code
• Pricelist - Price list for customer groups or promotional programs
• Real-time Sync - Real-time synchronization, immediate updates
• Battery Life - Electronic label battery lifespan, usually 5-7 years
Tips for Effective Use
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• Attach labels in correct position - Right below product, easy for customers to compare
• Use correct label size - Large labels for featured products, small labels for regular items
• Check batteries periodically - Replace labels with weak batteries before they die
• Update prices outside peak hours - Avoid customers seeing prices changing
• Use colors effectively - Red for promotions, black for regular prices
• Link products with labels accurately - Check barcode matches product
• Train staff to check labels - Detect faulty or misplaced labels
• Store spare labels - Quick replacement when labels break
• Utilize flash feature - Blink label to find product on shelf
• Sync prices before opening - Ensure accurate prices when customers arrive
System Requirements
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• POS Pricer module installed in Odoo
• Pricer ESL system (electronic labels, base station)
• Pricer account and API key
• Stable internet connection at store
• Base station connected to LAN or WiFi network
• Products in Odoo have barcode or SKU
• POS module installed and configured
Troubleshooting: Label not updating price
Key points
• Check base station internet connection
• Ensure label is within base station coverage range
• Check label battery is sufficient
• View error logs in Odoo for details
• Try manual update from Pricer software
• Restart base station if needed
• Contact Pricer support if error persists
Troubleshooting: Price on label differs from POS
Key points
• Check product-label link is correct
• Ensure product in POS has updated price
• Check which pricelist is applied
• Try updating price again in Odoo
• View sync logs to find errors
• Manual update from Pricer software to test
Troubleshooting: Label displays error or blank
Key points
• Check label battery
• Reset label by removing and reinserting battery
• Check if label is physically damaged
• Delete link and relink product with label
• Replace with new label if old label is broken
Troubleshooting: Base station loses connection
Key points
• Check network cable or WiFi
• Restart base station
• Check network configuration (IP, gateway)
• Ensure firewall is not blocking connection
• Contact IT or Pricer support
Frequently Asked Questions
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• Do electronic labels consume power? - Very little, only when updating, battery lasts 5-7 years
• Can read labels under sunlight? - Yes, e-paper technology readable like paper
• How many labels can one base station manage? - Usually 1000-2000 labels
• Are labels waterproof? - Yes, labels withstand high humidity
• Can display images? - Depends on label type, some can display simple logos
• How much is the investment cost? - Depends on scale, usually 5-10 USD/label + base station
• Can self-install? - Should have Pricer technician support first time
• Can labels be reused? - Yes, when changing products just relink
Business Benefits
Key points
• Save 80% time and cost of printing paper price labels
• Reduce 100% price errors from old paper labels, forgotten replacements
• Increase pricing flexibility - change prices anytime
• Increase sales thanks to prominent promotions attracting customers
• Improve store image - modern, professional
• Reduce labor - no staff needed to print and replace labels
• Synchronize multi-branch prices - centralized, efficient management
• Regulatory compliance - quick price updates per legal requirements
• Environmentally friendly - no paper printing, reduce waste