The user has the ability to add custom defined PASS-THRU formats to the
VeriAdmin software. These will be added to the dropdown list in the BII_UNIT
PARAMETER SETTINGS dialog box. In the installation directory there is a file
called WFORMAT.DAT that contains all displayed Wiegand formats.
WFORMAT.DAT contains both pre-defined formats and PASS-THRU
formats. See below for and example contents of that file. All lines that begin with
‘//’ are ignored. PRE-DEFINED formats follow the format:
Where:WIEGAND_PASS is the identification that this is a PASS_THRU format
<label> is the Description shown in the dropdown list (no spaces)
<TOTAL_BITs> is the total number of bits in the entire Wiegand String (maximum is 64)
<ID_START_BIT> is the starting bit of the ID FIELD(where the first bit is 0)
<ID_NUM_BITS> is number of bits in the ID FIELD (must be contiguous)
Standard 26-bit Wiegand is -- PSSSSSSSSDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDP
(1 Parity bit, 8 SITE CODE bits, 16 ID bits, 1 Parity)
- 26 total bits
- ID Start Bit is 9 - (where first bit is 0)
- ID Number of Bits is 16
This would be represented as:
WIEGAND_PASS 26-Bit-Pass_Thru 26 9 16
And the text, “26-Bit-Pass_Thru” would be added to the dropdown box. Selection of this option
would show the data in the associated boxes.
As seen below, one special format ( CUSTOM –1 –1 –1 ) is also added. When this is selected,
the user can enter the TOTAL_BITS, ID_START_BITS, and ID_NUM_BITS directly into the
VeriAdmin user interface. These values can then be sent to the BII_UNIT. The values are NOT
saved to the WFORMAT.DAT file however. To add items directly to the file, any standard text
editor will work since WFORMAT.DAT is a text file.
This allows the Administrator to set a password for the AUX port to DISABLE
unauthorized AUX Port communications. The purpose is to prevent unauthorized users
from accessing the AUX port unless the password is supplied to re-ENABLE the port.
In the dialog, the current state is shown. The Administrator would select DISABLE
and supply a numeric password, and press the SET button. The supplied numeric
password should be remembered since it is required to ENABLE the AUX port while
communicating on the AUX port.
Once the AUX port is disabled, no communications are accepted over the AUX
port unless ENABLE PORT option is chosen in 1 of 2 ways.
• If communicating over the HOST PORT
o the ENABLE PORT command will enable AUX port communications and a
password is NOT required. This allows the unit to be reset over the HOST port
if the AUX password is forgotten. VeriAdmin allows this since the network is
considered secure.
UNIT PARAMETER S ETTINGS
• If communicating over the AUX PORT
o The ENABLE PORT command will enable AUX port communications ONLY if
the correct password is supplied. All other commands will return an error
indicated a ‘locked port’ until the port is enabled properly
Bioscrypt recommends that the AUX port be disabled and password
protected
When an Administrator needs to communicate with the device using the AUX Port,
the procedure would be:
• connect to the AUX port,
• use VeriAdmin to bring up the BII_UNIT PARAMETER SETTINGS dialog
• choose ENABLE PORT, supply the correct password, and press SET
All communications would then be allowed. Once all data is gathered, the Administrator
would then disable the AUX port by:
• use VeriAdmin to bring up the BII_UNIT PARAMETER SETTINGS dialog
• choose DISABLE PORT, supply a new password, and press SET
This would once again protect the AUX port from unauthorized use.
The Veri* designates a unit is a VeriProx or VeriFlex. V-PASS designates a V-PASS product
and “V-PASS-no” represents a V-PASS product with Auto Finger Detect turned OFF. A type of
‘MISMATCH’ indicates the UNITIDS.DAT file does not match the actual unit on the network.
1. In the Template ID field, type in the Template ID (the template ID should be the
proximity card ID number for the VeriProx or if a Wiegand IN device is used. Do not
include a site code designation.) OR Press the FROM READER button and wave the
card in front of the Wiegand INPUT device to read the ID from the card.
2. In the Index field, enter the index of the template.
4. A pop-up dialog box will allow the User to choose the finger to ENROLL. Choose
which finger by clicking the corresponding checkbox.
5. The light on the current unit will glow amber requesting the enrollee to place a finger
on the sensor. Nestle the Ridgelock into the first joint line on the finger. An image is
scanned and both the image and corresponding template are displayed. The finger
may be removed when the amber light goes out.
6. The Advance Enrollment tool will then choose the best template among the 3 and
indicate which Enrollment should be ACCEPTed.
7. Repeat Steps 3-6 to Enroll additional sample templates. A current template can be
replaced by choosing the finger to be Enrolled and pressing the ENROLL button.
NOTE: Users can indicate which finger by selecting the corresponding checkbox in the
FINGER sub-window. The checkboxes represent the fingers as if both hands where
placed flat on the display with fingertips touching as shown in Figure 26.
8. Although NOT recommended by Bioscrypt, users have the option of choosing a
different Enrollment other then the one recommended. Simply press the ACCEPT
button even though it is hidden by the red “NO” symbol. A warning message will be
displayed to confirm this un-recommended action is desired.
9. Once an Enrollment has been selected, the normal EDIT TEMPLATE window appears
so that fields can be verified and additional data added. Here is where the User Type
and Security Threshold can be set. See the section is this manual on EDITTEMPLATES for more details on saving the template to either the current unit or the
PC disk.
Choosing the LED Table Settings menu item will allow the user to define
how the reader’s LED will function under specific operations. Selecting
this option will display the dialog shown in figure 30. The dropdown
selection box chooses the function (enroll, verify, idle, etc.) to modify.
Below that is each possible state for the selected operation. Line 1
represents GREEN LED, Line 2 represents RED LED, and Line 3
represents the Buzzer.
In the example shown, the ENROLL
function is chosen. The first two states are
disabled since they have no meaning
for the ENROLL function.
Both Line 1 and Line 2 are chosen to
indicate PLACE FINGER. This will turn
GREEN and RED LEDs on creating a
YELLOW LED.
LEDTABLE S ETTINGS
The REMOVE FINGER operation is
signaled by clearing all LEDs, thus
making the LED turn off.
If a FINGER NOT DETECTED
happens, then the RED LED is shown
for 600 milliseconds.
A PASS is indicated by both turning the
LED GREEN and sounding the
BUZZER for 600 milliseconds.
To indicate a FLASHING LED, choose
the duration and set the INTERVAL
time (1350 is normal).
Figure 33: LED Table Settings
The USE TABLE checkbox indicates whether to use these setting for non-Wiegand
initiated commands (like commands coming from PC). Repeat process of other functions
then press the ACCEPT to transfer to the current unit. If the ACCEPT is not pressed, the
changes are ignored.
Note: This feature has been disabled in recent versions of
VeriAdmin, including v4.3
Choosing the Sensor Configuration menu item will allow the reader’s
sensor settings to be altered. It is recommended that only advanced
users attempt to modify these settings since they can drastically affect
the fingerprint reader’s performance. Please call Bioscrypt Technical
Support with any questions before attempting modifications.
The Bioscrypt sensor needs to be
calibrated for optimal performance.
For Veridicom Sensors:
To perform this task the user should place their
finger on the sensor of the reader identified by
the current Communication settings. Next, press
the CALIBRATE button and hold the finger
steady until the progress bar completes. The
new values will be displayed and the VeriAdmin
software will ask if you want to see a test image.
With the finger still on the sensor, select YES. An
image will be scanned and displayed. If the
image looks good, choose YES to accept the new
values.
S ENSOR CONFIGURATION
For Authentec Sensors:
To perform this task the user should NOT place
their finger on the sensor of the reader. Press the
CALIBRATE button.
The TEST IMAGE button will scan and display
a fingerprint image.
Choosing the Update Firmware menu item will
allow the reader’s DSP firmware to be fieldupdated. Also, for V-Smart units, the external
storage device (ESI) can also be programmed
in the field. It is recommended that only
advanced users attempt to perform this
operation. Please call Bioscrypt Technical
Support with any questions.
Figure 36: Update Firmware Menu
Option
Choosing this option will begin the
Update Firmware Wizard. Follow the
steps and choose the correct firmware
file. This process can take between 1-10
minutes depending on the current baud
rate settings.
NOTE: Before attempting this operation,
make sure the current communication
settings are correct and that the PC and
reader are communicating properly. It is
recommended that the HELP, ABOUT VERIADMIN menu option is used both before and after
this operation to ensure the firmware version changed. Depending on the prior version,
downloading a new firmware version may also cause an extra step to be performed after the
firmware download. If this happens, the user will be given informational messages indicating
the additional steps. Although not necessary, it is recommended that all templates be backedup to the PC before a firmware update. If power is disconnected during a firmware update, the
Bioscrypt unit may become inoperable.
Choosing the Restore Factory Defaults menu item will allow the Bioscrypt reader to be
reset to the default firmware setting. It is recommended that only advanced users attempt
to use this operation. Please call Bioscrypt Technical Support with any questions.
R ESTORE FACTORY D EFAULTS
Figure 38: Reset BII_Unit to Factory Defaults Menu Option
Two options are given: RS-485 Default and RS232. The associated Factory Default settings
are identified for each option. Proper communication must be established with the reader
before this operation can successfully performed.
Press the button of the option desired and each Parameter will be set on the reader.
Figure 39: Reset Parameters
NOTE: A Network ID of –1 is NOT valid for this operation.