PDI C-Store Essentials supports two methods for settling packs:
Settle Sold-Out Packs in Bulk
Settle Packs One by One Based on the Settlement Report
Step-by-Step Process
Go to C-Store Essentials Web Account
You can access C-Store Essentials by clicking here or going to https://secure.cstorepro.com
Click the “Forgot Password” button if you need help resetting your password
2. Navigate to the Lottery Settlement Page
On the left side of the screen click Lottery > Settle Packs
3. Settle Sold-Out Packs in Bulk
On the Lottery Settlement Screen, select the sold-out packs you need to settle.
You can either:
Individually select packs to settle
Click the "Settle All" button to settle all sold-out packs at once
4. Settle Packs One by One Based on the Lottery Settlement Report
Go to the Lottery Pack Page
To settle each pack, you can either:
Scan the barcode of the lottery pack
Manually enter the Game Number for the pack
Repeat this process for all packs being settled
5. Enable Automatic Settlement at the Time of Activation
Log in to your PDI C-Store Essentials web account
Click Lottery > Settings
Locate the field labeled Automatically Settle New Packs
Change the value to enable automatic settlement
Click Update Settings to save your changes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between bulk settling and settling packs one by one?
What is the difference between bulk settling and settling packs one by one?
Bulk settling allows you to settle all sold-out packs at once.
Manual settling lets you settle each pack individually using the Settlement Report.
Can I undo a settled pack?
Can I undo a settled pack?
No, once a pack is settled, it cannot be undone.
Verify your settlement report before confirming.
How do I know if my pack was successfully settled?
How do I know if my pack was successfully settled?
Once settled, the pack will no longer appear in the active packs list and will be recorded as settled in your reports.
What happens if I activate a new pack without enabling automatic settlement?
What happens if I activate a new pack without enabling automatic settlement?
If automatic settlement is not enabled, you will need to manually settle the pack once it is sold out.
Can I settle packs using a barcode scanner?
Can I settle packs using a barcode scanner?
Yes, if you have a USB barcode scanner, you can scan the lottery pack’s barcode instead of manually entering the game number.