Device Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the e285 device.
The e285 device is a standalone, wireless handheld payment device, making it easy to process a transaction anywhere. It provides mobile payment capabilities via 3G connectivity. It is also a powerful 3G/Bluetooth/Wi-Fi dual-band solution, featuring advanced communications for fewer dropped transactions so merchants can accept payments securely, extending their point-of-sale opportunities.
The e285's capacitive touch with physical keypad design makes it easily pocketable while still accepting all payment methods — MSR, PSCR, contactless, and wallets. The easy-to-read color touchscreen is capable of signature capture and is fully supported by Verifone's developer toolkit, which enables ideas to be transformed into applications.
Key Features
300 MHz A9 processor delivers power and usability in a convenient "hand-over" design.
Offers unsurpassed performance on EMV smart card transactions.
Multi-application operating environment.
Security architecture exceeds specifications for PCI-PED and sophisticated file authentication.
Advanced memory architecture to meet tomorrow's needs.
Multiple connectivity and contactless options.
32-bit processing and multitasking capabilities.
Drop-resistant design minimizes breakage.
Features and Benefits
The e285 provides the right combination of features and functions, including a triple-track magnetic-stripe card reader, smart card reader, integrated PIN pad, and contactless/NFC support.
Triple Radio Performance
The dynamic combination of Bluetooth chip, Wi-Fi, and powerful 3G radio delivers fast, wireless payment convenience, fewer dropped transactions, and flexible point-of-sale options.
Modern Application Environment
Reliable operating system and powerful tools to create richer customer experiences.
Common Engage software architecture enables faster and more cost-effective application development.
Accepts All Forms of Payment On-the-Go
Accommodates all payment types — Magstrip, EMV, Contactless/NFC, and mobile wallets — along with a 2.8-inch color touch screen capable of signature capture.
Ease of Use
The lightweight, compact, stylish, and ergonomic balance allows convenient device hand-off to the consumer for PIN entry or other input.
Horizontal magnetic stripe card reader for optimal card swiping and reading.
The e285 size is easily able to be dropped in most pockets.
Performance and Durability
Powerful 300 MHz A9 processing completes transactions quickly.
High-capacity lithium-ion battery pack (3.8V / 1800mAh with Maxell ICP425262AHR battery cell).
The USB-C port allows for convenient product charging as well as connection to Android, iOS, and Windows devices.
Rounded corners to minimize breakage and drop-resistant to 3 feet on concrete surfaces.
256MB Flash, 128MB DDR of memory.
32-bit processing and multitasking capabilities.
Drop-resistant design minimizes breakage.
Security
PCI PED 5.x approved for debit and other PIN-based transactions.
Tamper-resistant construction, SSL protocols.
Direct key injection using industry standard HSMs.
VeriShield Retain
VeriShield Remote Key
Verifone Secure Data
VeriShield Total Protect
MasterCard TQM
IPP8 functionality plus multiple DUKPT engines.
EMV L1 and L2
ISO7816-3, ISO7816-10, and EMV 4.3 standards
Connectivity
Support UART0 software debug (TXD0, RXD0)
USB 2.0 high speed
Support 5V/200mA for external USB peripherals
USB host or device is configured by SW
Type C USB connector at the bottom
Communication port for smart device on charge stand (Android, Windows, or iDevice).
Bluetooth 4.1 + EDR compliant
Support Eddystone + iBeacon
RF transmitter output power Class 1
RF receiver GFSK typical -90dBm, /4 PSK typical -90dBm, 8DPSK typical -83dBm
UART3 interface for SOC communicates to BT
BT, Wi-Fi, and 3G options
Wi-Fi dual band supports:
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac connectivity
2.4GHz and 5GHz
Auto-band selection
Gemalto EHS6
GPRS/GSM Class 10
UMTS/HSPA DL 7.2Mbps, UL 5.7Mbps
Host interface USB
Use RING0 for all wake events (new FW update from Gemalto).
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