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SPm2

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What you have received:

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Step 1. Charging the device 

•   Insert the USB charging cable into the side  

of the device. (fig. 1)

•   Connect the other end of the USB charging 

cable into a powered USB socket.

•   Scrolling bars inside the battery symbol are 

displayed on the device display during charging.

•   Charging of the battery will take between  

2 and 4 hours.

•   Battery condition is indicated on the device 

display when the device is switched on.

•   The terminal is fitted with an internal 

rechargeable battery which cannot be removed 
or replaced. This battery should be charged 
for at least 3 hours when using the terminal 
for the first time. It is recommended that 
the battery is charged to at least 40% of its 
capacity every 4 months.

Step 2. Turning on the device

•   Hold down the power key positioned in the 

top right hand corner of the keyboard until the 
display illuminates. (fig. 2)

•   Remove the protective film from the display  

if present.

Step 3. Mobile payment application and 
pairing

Please follow the instructions provided by your 
bank or service provider to download the mobile 
payment application onto your mobile device and 
to pair the mobile device with the SPm2.

Step 4. Performing a chip card sale transaction 
with PIN

•    When prompted insert the customer’s chip card 

into the slot on the right hand side of the device 
with the chip facing upwards. (fig. 3)

•   Follow the instructions provided by your bank  

or service provider to complete the transaction.

Step 5. Performing a magnetic stripe 
transaction

•   During device operation you may be prompted 

to read a presented card by means of the 
magnetic stripe.

•   The magnetic stripe reader is a slot positioned 

on the top of the device. Swipe the card 
through the slot from left to right in a smooth 
motion. (fig. 4)

•   Follow the instructions provided by your bank  

or service provider to complete the transaction.

Step 6. Performing a contactless transaction 
(optional)

•   An optional feature is the 

ability for the device to 
accept transactions using a 
contactless card or enabled 
product. The device will have the contactless 
symbol printed on the rear (fig. 5) if this is 
possible.

•   To read a contactless card it must be positioned in 

close proximity to the device with its centre over 
the contactless symbol. (fig. 6) Once detected the 
four LEDs will illuminate on the device. (fig. 7)

•   Follow the instructions provided by your bank  

or service provider to complete the transaction.

Troubleshooting

In the unlikely event you experience issues with 
this product, please follow the relevant procedure 
detailed below. If this does not resolve the issue, 
please visit www.spirepayments.com or your 
solution provider for further assistance.

No display

•   Charge the device with the supplied USB cable. 
•   Ensure the USB socket being used is powered.

Poor battery life

•   Ensure the power is being supplied during 

charging.

•   Check battery charge indicator is at maximum
•   Charge for 2 to 4 hours to ensure a full charge.

Pairing problems

•   Refer to pairing instructions.

Cannot read Cards

•   Ensure the magnetic stripe card has been 

swiped in the correct orientation. (fig. 4)

•   Ensure the chip card has been inserted in the 

correct orientation. (fig. 3)

•   Check the contactless symbol is printed on the 

rear of the device. (fig. 5) Ensure the contactless 
card has been placed at a distance of 0 to 4 cm 
from the contactless symbol.

•   Test with another card of the same type.

Caution and safety instructions

•   Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, service 

or repair any part.

•   Do not use if damaged or with signs of 

tampering.

•   Only use the device with supplied or 

manufacturer-certified accessories.

•   To avoid the potential hazard of electrical shock 

do not use in wet environments or during an 
electrical storm.

•   Do not use in proximity of potentially flammable 

gases or substances.

•   Ensure cables used do not cause a trip hazard 

or risk the device being dropped on to a hard 
surface.

•   Do not expose to excessive heat or cold. Only 

operate between 0 °C and 40 °C.

•   Before cleaning, disconnect from the electrical 

outlet. Use only a dry or dampened soft cloth.

•   Do not immerse, use liquids, sprays or aerosol 

cleaners. Clean all spillages quickly.

•   This device is intended for handheld use only  

or in an approved cradle/stand.

•   Dispose any part in an environmentally sound 

manner and in accordance with local laws.

•   Spire Payments will not be held liable for any 

damage resulting from user operation that does 
not comply with the above-stated guidance.

•   If the device will be stored/unused for extended 

periods of time, then it is imperative that the 
battery be recharged every six months while the 
terminal is in ‘OFF’ position.

Frequency bands and power

Maximum radio frequency power transmitted in 
the frequency bands in which this radio equipment 
operates is below the limit values specified in the 
corresponding Harmonized Standards. 
The frequency bands and power limits applicable 
to this radio equipment are: Bluetooth: 
2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz, 20 dBm; NFC: 13.56 MHz, 
60 dBuA/m at 10 m.

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©

2015–2017 Spire Payments Holdings Sarl. 

All rights reserved.

 All information is subject to 

change without notice and Spire Payments does not 
warrant the information’s accuracy or correctness.
Spire Payments and the Spire Payments logo are 
trademarks, service marks or registered trademarks 
or service marks of Spire Payments Holdings Sarl.  
All other trademarks are the property of their 
respective owners.
Any Spire Payments software described in this 
document is subject to a Software License 
Agreement. Please refer to the Software License 
Agreement for information regarding the terms  
of use.

EU Compliance Statement

 • Hereby, Spire 

Payments Holdings S.a.r.l. declares that the radio 
equipment type SPm2 is in compliance with Directive 
2014/53/EU and Directive 2011/65/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity  
is available at the following internet address: 
www.spirepayments.com/library.

PCI PTS 

• The PCI Notice and Installation Guidance 

is available online at www.spirepayments.com/
library.
Spire Payments Holdings S.a.r.l • 70 route d’Esch  
• L-1470, Luxembourg

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USB cable

Power supply

(Optional)

SAP 660475

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