Check-In and Badge Printing Using SUNMI Handhelds
Overview
Zoho Backstage now supports integration with SUNMI Smart Mobile Terminals, offering event organizers a seamless and portable solution for attendee check-in and badge printing.
Why use SUNMI?
Carrying separate printers to events and maintaining them can be inconvenient. SUNMI V2s Plus solves this by combining a check-in device and a thermal label printer into one compact, portable unit. These devices are easy to carry, require no dedicated setup space, and support both transparent and opaque labels.
Device Specifications
Specifications | Detail |
Device Name | SUNMI V2s Plus |
Printer Type | Inbuilt Thermal Printer |
Paper Type | Label |
Print Head | 80mm (label width) |
Label Height | Customizable (minimum 20mm) |
Gap | 2mm between labels |
Roll Diameter | 50mm |
Roll Type | Transparent or Opaque |
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure the following requirements are met:
- SUNMI Device: A SUNMI V2s Plus smart mobile terminal with an inbuilt thermal printer.
- Zoho Backstage for Organizers Android App:
- The app must be downloaded and installed on the SUNMI device from the Google Play store.
- Sign in using your organizer credentials.
- Badge Design Setup:
- Badge labels must be designed in advance using the Badge Designer in Zoho Backstage.
- Label Roll Setup:
- Use supported label rolls (transparent or opaque).
- Minimum label height: 20 mm
- Label width (print head): 80 mm
- Roll diameter: up to 50 mm
- Gap between labels: 2 mm
- Printer Configuration in the App: The inbuilt SUNMI printer is automatically selected upon signing in. You can verify or change this under More > Printer Setup.
- Badge Printing Preferences: Enable Print Badge on Check-In if you'd like badges to print automatically during attendee check-in.
- SUNMI Device Settings: Ensure the device-level printing and scanning configurations are set correctly. Refer to the SUNMI Setup FAQ for instructions.
- Stable Internet Connection: Required for syncing attendee data and maintaining smooth check-in and printing workflows.
- App Permissions: Allow camera access.
Setting Up the Device
Scanner Setup
- Download and install the Zoho Backstage for Organizers app on the SUNMI device.
- Sign into the app with your organizer credentials. The inbuilt printer will be automatically detected and selected.
- Go to the More tab.
- Tap Printer Setup.
- Tap Default Scanner.
- Choose your preferred scanner:
- Inbuilt QR Scanner
- Back Camera
- Front Camera.
- Tap Save.
Upon installing the Zoho Backstage for Organizers app on your SUNMI device, the inbuilt QR scanner is automatically recognized and set as the default scanner.Badge Printing Preferences
- Open the Zoho Backstage for Organizers app on the SUNMI device.
- Open the More tab.
- Tap Printer Setup.
- Click the Settings icon in the top-right corner to access Badge Printing Preferences page.
- Enable Print Badge on Check-In to auto-print badges during check-in.
- Optionally, enable Silent Printing if you prefer not to receive a prompt for every scan.
- Tap Save.
Printing Labels
Ensure Print Badge on Check-In is enabled for faster check-ins.
- Open the Check-In tab.
- Choose a check-in type.
- Tap Scan QR Code.
- Scan the QR code on the attendee's ticket.
- Tap Print Badge. (The attendee will be checked in automatically)
- Your label will get printed in an instant.
Checking In Participants
Use the inbuilt QR code scanner for super fast check-ins.
- Open the Check-In tab.
- Choose a check-in type.
- Tap Scan QR Code.
- Position the scanner over the QR code and press the left or right orange button to scan.
- Tap Check In in the pop up.
For super fast check-in: Make sure Check-In Options is set to Scan and Check In. Check-in options are available at the bottom of the screen.
Switching Printers
You can change the printer if needed:
- Open the More tab.
- Tap Printer Setup.
- Tap the ➕ icon in the bottom-right corner to connect to a different printer (Network or Local)
- If the external printer is disconnected, the app will automatically revert to using the inbuilt SUNMI printer.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I set up my SUNMI V2s for label printing?
- Navigate to Settings > SunmiPrinter > Sunmi Inner Printer > Printer Type and choose Label Printer. Ensure that the loaded print media matches the selected print type to avoid quality issues.
- Note: Selecting an incorrect printer type or using incompatible print media may impact printing performance.
2. How do I prevent unintended actions when scanning in the Backstage app?
- Navigate to Settings > System > Advanced > Scanner Setting > App Settings > Output method setting and uncheck Add auto carriage return. This prevents automatic triggers on interactive elements like buttons or navigation actions when scanning.
3. How do I set a default scanner mode?
- Navigate to Settings > SunmiPrinter > Sunmi Inner Printer > Print Density. Higher print density results in better print quality.
4. How do I set a default scanner mode?
- In the Backstage Organizer app, go to Printer Setup and select Default Scanner. Choose between Inbuilt QR Scanner, Back Camera, or Front Camera, then tap Save to confirm your selection.
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