Coin Free debuts BUMP at KioskCom 2007

posted Apr 25, 2007

Orlando, FL April 25, 2007 – Coin Free LLC is pleased to debut the small and versatile Basic Unattended Micro Payment system at KioskCom’s Self Service Expo 2007. The BUMP is a innovative debit & credit card acceptor that wirelessly validates Visa, MasterCard and American Express cards, while allowing the operator to remotely monitor kiosk vitals and daily sales reports anywhere they have access to the Internet. Cashless payments, customer loyalty programs, variable pricing schedules, individualized greetings, gift card programs and bi-directional data transfer are all made possible with this unique value added device.

The BUMP works right along side any coin or bill acceptor, so there is no need to waste money replacing existing payment technologies. The BUMP includes a simple pulse interface for connecting between existing cash acceptors and an RS-232 serial port to talk directly with the kiosk controller. It also has three (3) additional sensor inputs to track user specified variables like consumables, product dispensers, mechanical coin acceptors and/or known service call variables. With the addition of micro-switch sensors, an operator can remotely monitor any aspect of the kiosk’s daily operation through the website www.mycoinfree.com.

Installation couldn’t be any easier. Completely wireless, The BUMP mounts to any 3.75” x 2.25” surface with nothing more than a drill and four standard back mounted bolts. For retrofits onto kiosks with fancy injection molded cases, Coin Free offers several side-mounting brackets to accommodate any space. Through the application of advanced wireless technology there is no need for a phone line or Internet connection making it easy for any freestanding kiosk to accept debit & credit card payments. Payment validation and remote monitoring are all accomplished through existing cellular infrastructure making this system ideal for kiosks where high-speed Internet and phone line connections are not feasible.

Designed to address the kiosk operator’s need for an affordable cashless retrofit, retail pricing for the BUMP starts at less than $400 per device. The BUMP offers many value added features to make an operator’s life easier and their business more profitable. For consumers a full-color LCD screen displays eye-catching graphics to grab their attention, while programmable instruction guides them through the cashless purchase, making this a truly user-friendly addition to any automated kiosk.

The BUMP is available in two wireless variations. The Standalone BUMP goes anywhere and works independent of other equipment, while the RF BUMP works exclusively with the Coin Free HOUSE payment system. The HOUSE, a central receiving station, can connect with over 200 RF BUMP modules making retrofits for airports, resorts, bars & shopping malls more affordable.

Coin Free’s specialty is a hybrid system that combines debit & credit card payments with remote monitoring services. Their products include cashless payment & remote monitoring solutions for kiosks, vending machines and pay-per-play games. Providing turnkey solutions, Coin Free offers equipment, wireless connectivity, and merchant processing services as one easy to install package. Coin Free is happy to provide custom OEM integration or a simple cashless payment system upgrades for existing equipment. For more information, please call 1-888-844-0608 or visit the company’s website at www.coinfree.com.

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