Once you’ve got the hang of it, fitting one of our screen protectors takes about 20 to 30 seconds. We’ve made two short videos showing how to install our premium 9H nano glass screen protectors on a payment terminal. The quick one below walks through each step (it runs a little longer because we explain as we go). Further down, a longer video explains why they’re worth fitting.
Watch: how to install a screen protector (2-minute video)
What you need
- The screen protector, cut for your exact terminal model.
- Two small pieces of tape. Ordinary sticky tape works fine. In the video we use white stickers so the steps are easier to see.
- A clean, dust-free place to work. Dust is the biggest cause of trouble during installation, so this matters more than anything else.
- For a terminal that’s already in use: a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe. We can supply wipes with your screen protectors. Just ask when you order.
When to fit it
The best time to fit a screen protector is on a new terminal, straight after you remove the thin film it ships with. That film is only there to protect the screen in transit. It isn’t made for everyday use. Fitting the new protector straight away gives dust the least chance to settle on the screen.
That makes rollouts and staging the ideal time. If you’re setting up a batch of new terminals at the depot, fit the screen protectors as each unit comes out of the box, before it goes out to site.
Older terminals can still get one, and it will help stop further damage. Give the screen a good clean with a 70% isopropyl alcohol wipe, then wipe it dry before you start.
Step by step
- Remove any existing protector. Peel off the shipping film or the old screen protector.
- Check which side is which. The new protector has a back layer labelled 1 and a front layer labelled 2. Hold it with the back (1) facing down, towards the screen.
- Line it up. Lay the protector on the screen, still with its backing on, and position it exactly where you want it to end up, lined up with all the edges.
- Tape it in place. Put one piece of tape at the top edge and one at the bottom, fixing the protector to the terminal. This locks it in position.
- Flip, peel and lay it down. Flip the protector over on its tape hinge, peel off the back layer (1), then flip it back into place on the screen.
- Let the adhesive spread. Touch the centre of the screen and the protector will start to spread out towards the edges. Give it a little help if needed, and work any small bubbles out towards the edges.
- Peel off the front layer (2) and do a final check. Work any remaining bubbles out to the side. Very small ones usually settle over the next 24 hours as the adhesive finishes spreading.
If a bubble won’t move, it’s usually a speck of dust trapped underneath. That’s why a clean, dust-free screen and workspace make such a difference.
Why protect the screen?
On a payment terminal, the screen is the part that staff and customers touch most. Here’s what our screen protectors are built to do.
9H scratch resistance
Our screen protectors are rated 9H, the top of the hardness scale used for screen protectors. They stand up to the things that scratch terminal screens every day: keys, rings, and cards tapped against the screen.
Flex rather than shatter
Tempered glass protectors are designed to break. On a terminal that’s handed to customers all day, that can leave sharp broken glass right where people tap. Our 9H nano glass protectors are very hard but flex rather than shatter, so a knock or drop doesn’t turn the screen into a hazard.
Matte or crystal clear
Our matte finish gives the terminal a premium, high-end look and helps reduce glare, including from direct sunlight. That’s a big help for terminals used outdoors, at markets, events and outdoor hospitality. It won’t remove glare completely, but it cuts it down noticeably. If you’d rather have a clear screen, we also make a crystal clear finish. Just tell us which you’d like when you order.
Exact-model fit
We cut our screen protectors in-house for each specific terminal, so they fit the screen exactly and sit neatly inside a silicone case. We can make them for any terminal or device with a screen. For more on what to look for, read our guide to choosing a screen protector for your payment terminal.
Watch: our screen protectors explained (7 minutes)
In this longer video, we explain the benefits of our 9H nano glass screen protectors and walk through the full installation.
Screen protectors for your terminals
We manufacture protective wet covers and screen protectors and supply silicone cases for EFTPOS & POS card terminals. Keycovers is based in Auckland, New Zealand, and works with terminal providers, resellers, installers and fleet operators. Browse the range by terminal in EFTPOS terminal covers and screen protectors, including screen protectors for the PAX A920 Pro and A910S, Sunmi P2 and P3 and Verifone T650P.
Tell us your terminal models and roughly how many you need, and whether you’d like matte or crystal clear. Samples & quotes on request. Contact us to get started.
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