Poynt 5 Set Up

The Poynt 5 is a small handheld device that can function as a POS or as a card reader in conjunction with an iPad.

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These guides cover talech Register and related POS equipment. Paytura is your merchant services partner; talech provides the register software and device support referenced in these articles.

The Poynt 5 is a small handheld device that can function as a POS or as a card reader in conjunction with an iPad. It runs on a modified Android operating system.

 

Angled, side view of the poynt device.

 

Before starting 

  • Ensure that your Poynt 5 is fully charged.  
  • Ensure that you have a Wi-Fi network that you can connect to.  

Unpack your Poynt 5

  1. Make sure that the Poynt device is charged. You can connect the provided USB-C cable into the bottom of the Poynt to charge it if needed.
  2. Power on your Poynt 5 device by holding up on the Power slider for 3-6 seconds.
Note: The power slider can be found on the right side of the unit. 
  1. Connect to Wi-Fi once the Poynt is powered on. You can connect to your Wi-Fi
    by pulling down from the top of the screen, then pulling down again until you can see the options for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular, Settings, and Power Save.
  2. Select Wi-Fi.
  3. Tap your Wi-Fi name and then enter the Wi-Fi password 
  4. Select Connect.

Once the Poynt is connected to your Wi-Fi, you can select the talech Register app icon to sign in and begin using the system. 

If the talech register logo is not on your device or you need assistance with any other troubleshooting, please see Poynt Troubleshooting. 

 


Need more help?

  • talech training & device support (24/7): 1-888-995-1998
  • Paytura merchant support (24/5): 1-855-4-PAYTURA or contact Paytura