Connect your PAX A80 to Wifi or Hotspot

For Wi-Fi or Hotspot Connectivity:

1. Turn on the card reader by pressing and holding the power button for 3-5 seconds
2. Use the touch screen to bring the settings bar down from the top of the screen. You must pull it all the way down until the settings appear in full with icon names
3. Select the Wi-Fi name (below the Wi-Fi icon)
4. Select the toggle switch to enable Wi-Fi
5. Once the list of available Wi-Fi networks appear, select your desired network
6. When your card reader has successfully connected to the network, it will confirm this action by displaying “connected” below the network name and a Wi-Fi icon in the top-right corner of the touchscreen

Tips for Connecting to iPhone Hotspot:

Terminal readers typically operate on 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, whereas iPhone hotspots usually run on 5.0GHz. To enable your terminal reader to detect and connect to your iPhone hotspot, ensure that the "Maximize Compatibility" setting is activated in your iPhone's Personal Hotspot settings.

Follow these steps to enable "Maximize Compatibility" on your iPhone hotspot

1. Access your iPhone's "Settings."
2. Tap on "Personal Hotspot."
3. Ensure that the "Maximize Compatibility" option is switched to "On."