WEST INTERNATIONAL IN SWEDEN SELECTS HIGH-SPEED TSP700II PRINTER FROM STAR MICRONICS

Leading international distributor West International has recently developed a unique self-service modular kiosk. This multi-functional kiosk provides the possibility to download books, music or radio to different types of flash memories, MP3 players, iPod and mobile phones. In addition, users can purchase event tickets, pay household utility bills, give charity donations, etc. The terminal has been designed to be used in a range of different locations including retail outlets, cinemas, libraries, petrol stations, airports, railway stations, to name a few.

Its ease of use is highlighted by the fact that users are able to search, download content and make payment at the terminal with no assistance required. Furthermore, equipped with the very latest technology including the TSP700II thermal receipt printer from leading international printer manufacturer Star Micronics, the kiosk offers outstanding performance and reliability.

In addition to its unique versatility in terms of its multi-functional ability to print receipts, barcodes, labels and tickets, the TSP700II is capable of printing at a remarkable 250mm/second making it the fastest single station printer available today.

To further enhance the features of the TSP700II, Star has incorporated a number of software tools from its futurePRNTTM series. These allow users to complement their existing software with graphic management and coupon/text processing tools.

The advanced software used has been supplied by AudioBox, a company that works with a number of publishers who represent almost 95% of the total Audio Book market in Sweden.
The sheer versatility of this kiosk is further demonstrated by a kiosk design that lends itself to a range of different applications. A key feature is the ability to run commercial adverts and display book covers. Furthermore, with the possibility of integrating the TSP800 printer from Star Micronics, given its wide print capability and automatic scalable raster driver for A4 reduction to virtual A6, this allows detailed information to be provided on local attractions and events.
As Göran Sparrdal, Managing Director, West International, states, “The unique versatility of this kiosk has already resulted in an unprecedented amount of interest not only in Sweden but also in the UK and South Africa. Using the very latest technology, this kiosk offers unrivalled quality, reliability and performance.”

Background Information on Star Micronics
Founded in 1947, Star Micronics is one of the world's largest printer manufacturers and has facilities for worldwide production, marketing and support. Employing over 2500 staff and achieving turnover in excess of £250 million, Star Micronics has developed a POS printer portfolio that spans thermal and dot matrix printers and mechanisms, designed for barcode, ticketing, receipts and labelling. Star's proven technology is also being utilised to develop reader/writer systems for visual, smart and magnetic stripe cards and to install print mechanisms in multimedia kiosk environments. The Star Micronics' range is available internationally via a distribution channel comprising distributors and dealers.

For further information contact:

Annette Tarlton or Claire Smith
Star Micronics EMEA
Tel: + 44 (0) 1494 471111
Email: Marketing@Star-EMEA.com