Kitchen Display Solution (KDS) Setup

To configure kitchen devices in Back Office

1. Set up the kitchen routing group and kitchen device in Back Office, and indicate which order modes will send orders to the KDS: Back Office Kitchen Routing Setup in Restaurant Solution
2. (Optional) Set up a test item that is assigned to your KDS kitchen group. 
3. (Optional) If you will use an expeditor (expo) station to manage KDS orders, configure the expo station.
4. You are ready to install the KDS Display and register the KDS application.

To set up your Kitchen Display

1. Remove the display from the box and place it face down on a level, protected surface. The foam padding that covers the KDS in its box can be used to protect the screen.
2. On the back of the display, plug the AC power cable into the display power port on the bottom right side.
   
   
3. Remove the hand screw at the corner of the interface baffle to swing out the baffle.  
   
   
4. (Optional) If connecting the display screen to your network using Ethernet cable, insert the Ethernet cable into the RJ45 Ethernet port until the retaining clip clicks into place.
   
   
5. (Optional) If using a wireless connection, attach the antenna, then bend the antenna slightly to route it through the hole in the baffle. Your antenna is packaged separately in the KDS shipping box.  
   
   

   NOTE: If you will use the desk mount for your Kitchen Display, the antenna is flexible and may be bent to fit inside the baffle.

6. Close the interface baffle, routing the cables out of the openings at the side of the baffle, if needed, then screw the cover on with the hand screw.
7. Press the power button for three seconds until the main screen displays. 
8. (Optional) If connecting the Display Screen to your network using wireless connection, connect the device to your network:

   To connect Wi-Fi

   1.  On the Display, pull down from the top to open the Control Center. 
      
      
   2. Tap Wi-Fi.
      
      
   3. Tap Wi-Fi to toggle on the Wi-Fi. 
      
      
   4. Select your Wi-Fi network from the available list.
      
      
   5. Enter your Wi-Fi password and tap Connect.
      
      
   6. When connected, tap the circle icon at the bottom of the screen to return to the main screen.

9. Install the table stand or wall mount:

   Wall mount

   1. Install the wall mount bracket on your wall in the desired location using the provided hardware or hardware appropriate for your wall type. Ensure your wall is able to support the weight of the wall mount and KDS, approximately 22 lbs.
      
      

      WARNING!
      Failure to provide adequate structural strength for this component can result in physical injury and/or damage to equipment. It is the installer's responsibility to make sure that the structure to which this component is attached can support the combined weight of all equipment. Reinforce the structure as required before installing the component. It is the installer's responsibility to mount the hardware with anchors and screws that are appropriate for the wall type. Improper installation can result in serious physical injury. Observe safety measures at all times when installing this product and ensure that proper safety gear and tools are used to prevent physical injury.  

   2. Remove the four screws on the back of the KDS display and set them aside.
      
      
   3. Install the wall mount display bracket on the KDS display using the screws removed from the KDS.
      
      

   Table stand

   1. Place the KDS screen face down on a level, padded surface. You can use the flat foam packing material in the KDS box as a pad.
   2. Remove the four screws from the back of the KDS display.
      
   3. Remove the table stand from the box. 
   4. Using the small silver screws provided in with the stand, screw the table stand bracket to the back of the KDS.  Do not fully tighten the screws until all of them are inserted into the KDS. You can move the arm of the stand as needed to access each corner of the bracket.
      
      
   5. Pull firmly to unfold the table stand arm away from the base. The table arm will be tight and may require some force to unfold. 
   6. Screw two flat head screws provided with the stand into the bottom of the base to secure it in position.
      
      
   7. Rotate the arm of the stand over the KDS and then set the KDS and stand upright on your table, tilting the KDS display into the desired position.
   8. Remove the lid from the table base arm by sliding it upward.
      
      
   9. Install three flat head screws to secure.
      
      
   10. Replace the lid on the arm of the stand, turn the KDS and stand upright on your countertop. 
       
       

10. You are ready to register the device with the Back Office.  

To register the KDS with your Back Office

1. Power on the Kitchen Display. The application should be pre-installed on the Kitchen Display and will launch automatically. 

   NOTE:  If the app doesn't open automatically, tap the Kitchen Display icon to launch it.
   
   

2. Tap Next. 
   
   
3. Confirm that the time zone and time is correct. If needed, you can tap Edit Time to update. Click Next.
   
   
4. Enter your Back Office username and password, then tap Login.
   
   
5. If you have multiple stores, choose the store when prompted, then tap Next.
6.  Select a server from the options.
   
7. Tap Next  to allow all user permissions, then tap Allow to allow access.
   
   
8.  Tap Allow to allow access.
   
   
9. Tap Allow Permissions.
   
   
10. Tap the BofA Kitchen Order Display Software icon.
    
    
11. Tap to toggle on Allow Do Not Disturb.
    
    
12. Tap Allow.
    
13. Tap the back arrow to return to the main registration screen again.
    
    
14. Tap Allow Permissions to allow auto updates.
    
    
15. Configuration wills start. When it completes, tap Continue. 
    
    
16. Choose which kitchen routing group should display on the device. When an item assigned to that routing group is ordered, the item ticket will display on the KDS. 
    
    
17. You are ready to route orders to the KDS. Learn about how to manage orders on the KDS.
    
    

4. Manage KDS orders

Once registered, your KDS is ready to use. Learn about managing orders on your Kitchen Display Screen.