How to setup a Kiosk on any iPad
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Kiosk Specifications
The specifications below are required in order to setup a Kiosk license. Please note that while other specifications and hardware may work, they are not supported by the Xuno help desk.
- iPad with iOS 9 and above
- Apple account to download and install the Xuno Kiosk
- Printer options: Star TSP 650ii Bluetooth Printer or EPSON TM-m30II (printers are optional but if you wish to print passes for visitors or students signing in, these are the recommended models)
- Kiosk stand: Any stand which will fit the iPad and printer to suit your school (optional)
Configure all Kiosks
- Ensure your Xuno website is running the latest version
- Go to your Xuno website
- Go to Options > Kiosk Settings
- Update the settings as required. For explanation about see our related article: Things you need to know about how your Kiosk operates.
- Click Save
Install the XUNO Kiosk app
- Sign into the iPad you are using as the Kiosk with your school's Apple ID - you may choose to only sign in for use of the App Store - you don't need to enable iCloud or anything else. That's up to you.For more information, please see the Apple support documentation relating to your device and operating system.
- Go to the App Store and find the XUNO Kiosk app
- Install the app
Registering a Kiosk device
- Log into your XUNO website on a computer or other device (it doesn't not have to be the kiosk iPad)
- Go to Options > Kiosk
- If you are wanting to re-register an existing kiosk:
- Locate the Kiosk ID for the instance you'd like to re-register
- If it has a registered date on the right, click on Deregister. If it doesn't have a registered date, proceed.
- Continue from step
- To add a new Kiosk
- Click in the cell New kiosk name...
- Type in the name for the new kiosk
- Ensure you have correct options selected for Allow Students, Allow Staff and Allow Visitors. A tick means that they are able to sign in and out.
- Click Add New
- Open the XUNO Kiosk app on the specified iPad
- Enter the Kiosk Serial Number from the steps above
- Click Save.
Get your kiosk ready for use
- Ensure the kiosk is connectedto your wireless network
- Add your proxy authentication details to the iPad Wi-Fi connection if. Your kiosk requires an active internet connection to be operational
- Ensure the iPad is connected to a power supply or remember that it should be charged regularly to avoid running out of power during school hours.
Setup your Star Micronics TSP650ii Receipt Printer for Kiosk use (optional)
- Place the paper roll into the receipt printer by following the instructions provided. Paper must be inserted correctly for printing to work - if your kiosk passes are coming out blank, it is most likely because the paper is not inserted the right way.
- Plug the receipt printer power adapter into a power point and into the back of the printer.
- Open the Settings app on the iPad
- Select Bluetooth
- On the back of your printer, near the power cord, find and hold the PAIR button for 5-8 seconds. The small light will start flashing. You will have 60 seconds to pair your printer to your iPad.
- Locate the printer in the Bluetooth device list on the iPad - brand new printers often come up as Star Micronics but if you have a second hand one or your printer isn't new, it may come up with a different name.
- Click on the iPad home button.
- Click on the XUNO Kiosk icon to open the Kiosk app - your Kiosk is now ready for use. You may wish to sign in as a visitor to test that the printer is working.