Bioscrypt VSTNAGR Users Manual

Veri-Series Installation Guide

Bioscrypt Inc.

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Introduction

Bioscrypt is proud to present the Veri-Series line of fingerprint authentication readers including the V-Prox™, V-Flex™, V-Pass™, V-Smart™, and V-Station ™. The V-Prox™, includes integrated proximity reader and fingerprint verification. The VFlex™ allows for upgrading existing installations and using other card technologies. The V-Pass™ doesn’t require any cards or PINs, and searches through up to 200 fingerprints. The V-Smart™ incorporates contact-less smart card technology so that a hardwired network is no longer needed. Finally, the V-Station ™, the most flexible of the group, offers convenient administration right from its console and now supports Ethernet. Select versions provide functionality found in each of the Veri-Series products, including a proximity or smart card reader, and searching ability.

Bioscrypt's product offerings leverage over 20 years of experience designing systems for the US Department of Defense. The company's mission is to bring their patented fingerprint verification technology, once found only in government or military applications, to a wide range of commercial applications around the globe at a reasonable cost.

The V-Prox, V-Flex, V-Smart, and V-Station readers prevent unauthorized access via loaned, lost or stolen proximity or smart cards by requiring that the fingerprint of the person seeking entry match the identity of the cardholder. Its ability to verify fingerprints in the face of adverse conditions like soil and other contaminants makes the Veri-Series readers useful for factories, plants, construction sites and similar environments that have previously been unable to implement biometricbased access solutions.

The V-Pass reader and V-Station searching version capitalize on this same fundamental algorithm for matching fingerprints but implement it in such a way as to be able to search through a database of templates to find the matching template. Therefore, these systems negate the need for cards at all, providing a convenient yet secure access control solution.

Fingerprint verification has been around for over 100 years, but during that time it has progressed from an intensive manual operation to an automated computer operation. The Veri-Series readers represent the state-of-the-art in fingerprint verification technology. It uses a 100% solid-state design. There are no moving parts, no optics or lenses, and it provides a variety of communications options.

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Disclaimer

The instructions in this document have been carefully checked for accuracy and are presumed to be reliable. Bioscrypt, Inc. and its writers assume no responsibility for inaccuracies and reserve the right to modify and revise this document without notice.

It is always our goal at Bioscrypt, Inc. to supply accurate and reliable documentation. If you discover a discrepancy in this document, please e-mail your comments to support@Bioscrypt.com, or contact Bioscrypt Technical Support at the telephone number listed below.

No part of this publication may be placed in a retrieval system, transmitted, or reproduced in any way, including, but not limited to, photograph, photocopy, computer disk or other record, without prior agreement and written permission from:

Bioscrypt Inc. 5805 Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 750 Van Nuys, CA 91411 Phone 818.304.7150 Toll Free 888.982.4643

http://www.bioscrypt.com

NOTENOTE : This symbol, found both on the device and throughout this manual, denotes a caution or warning. When this symbol is encountered during setup or installation, please be sure to first carefully read the corresponding section in this manual.

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Bioscrypt One Year Limited Warranty Policy

Bioscrypt warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Customer”) that new Bioscrypt products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date the product was shipped from Bioscrypt. For replacement products the warranty on the replacement unit is the remainder of the warranty on the original product or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. The Customer is responsible for making any claims for shipment damage (evident or concealed) with the freight carrier. Bioscrypt must be notified within thirty days of shipment of incorrect materials.

If a defect is discovered, Bioscrypt's sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the Bioscrypt product(s) at its sole discretion at no charge, provided it is returned to Bioscrypt during the warranty period and is shipped freight and insurance prepaid. Merchandise must be properly packaged to prevent damage during shipping. Before returning a Bioscrypt product, contact Bioscrypt Technical Service to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. No product may be returned whether in warranty or out of warranty without first obtaining approval from Bioscrypt. The model number, invoice number, and serial number may be required for warranty service.

This warranty shall not apply to any product or any part of a product, which in the judgment of Bioscrypt, has been subjected to misuse, negligence, alteration, accident, improper maintenance, or damage by excessive physical or electrical stresses. Tampering, such as opening the housing of a biometric reader or replacing parts will void this warranty. The warranty is void if the serial number of the Bioscrypt product has been defaced, altered, or removed or if the product has been modified. Repair and replacement parts will be furnished on an exchange basis and may be either reconditioned or new. All replaced parts or products become the property of Bioscrypt. This warranty may also be voided for failure to comply with Bioscrypt’s return policy.

The warranty is not applicable to:

• Abnormal wear and tear

• Damage caused during installation

• Damage caused by the equipment or system with which the biometric reader

is used

• Damage caused by modification or repairs not made or authorized by Bioscrypt

• Damage caused by improper packaging

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• Damage caused by lack of ESD protection

• Merchandise that is determined to be stolen

The newest Bioscrypt Veri-Series products are designed to be weather resistant but no sensor technology exists today that can work in all weather environments. If a Bioscrypt Veri-Series product is not used in a completely indoor environment, then a protective cover is required to shield the sensor from moisture, dust, and other contaminants that will degrade sensor operation and void the product warranty.

This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all others, whether oral or written, expressed or implied. Bioscrypt specifically disclaims any and all implied warranties, including without limitation, warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. No Bioscrypt dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension or addition to this warranty.

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Notices

The Veri-Series line of products have been tested for compliance with all applicable international standards. The resulting approvals are listed below, and are additionally printed on the labeling located on the rear panel of the product.

The power supply offered by Bioscrypt is CE and CSA approved and UL listed.

V-Flex V-Prox V-Pass V-Smart V-Station

FCC Information to Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Class B Digital Device or Peripheral - User’s Notice (for all V-Station models only)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:

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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

CE Information to Users

All Veri-Series devices have the CE mark, for compliance with CISPR22 /EN 55022 requirements. For European Union (EU) countries, V-Prox, V-Smart, and V-Station (models V-Station A, P, V-Station A, G, and V-Station A, H) are compliant with CE under the R&TTE Directive, related to the radio transceivers that are part of their design. The V-Prox and V-Smart are compliant with this directive if, and only if, the user installs the Bioscrypt specified R&TTE Installation Kit (Bioscrypt part number 832-00103-00). This filter kit should be included with any V-Prox or V-Smart product if it was shipped to a country within the EU.

The R&TTE Installation Kit consists of two filters: a line filter used to minimize conducted emissions from power supply lead lengths greater than 3 meters and a DB-15 “Pass-Thru” filter used to minimize radiated emissions.

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Line Filter: Manufacturer: JMK Filters

Amhearst, New Hampshire USA, 03031

www.JMKFilters.com

Part Number: FF-1586-1

Pass-Thru Filter: Manufacturer: Spectrum Control

Fairview, Pennsylvania USA, 16415

www.SpectrumControl.com

Part Number: 56-605-019

If the filters were not included with the product or if they are desired separately, they may be ordered from Bioscrypt (part number 832-00103-00) or the distributor from which the product was purchased. Please see Appendix A for details on proper installation of these filters.

NOTE: The installation of these filters is mandatory for the registered CE mark, and associated R&TTE directive compliance to be valid within the European Union.

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Failure to do so will render the CE mark and consequent right to operate the equipment null and void.

For each device compliant with the R&TTE Directive, Declarations of Conformity for directives 73/23/EEC, 89/36/EEC and 1999/5/EC can be found on the Bioscrypt web site at: http://www.bioscrypt.com

Warning to Users

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bioscrypt Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

V-Smart, A Information for Users

The V-Smart, A includes a contact-less smart card reader (GemEasyLink680SL). This is a radio-transceiver with the following characteristics:

Operating Frequency Range: 13.553-13.567 MHz RF Power Rating: 0.0 Watts RF Output Impedance: 50 Ohms

V-Smart, A, H Information for Users

The V-Smart, A, H includes a contact-less smart card reader (HID iCLASS™ OEM 100/RS232). This is a radio-transceiver with the following characteristics:

Operating Frequency Range: 13.553-13.567 MHz RF Power Rating: 0.0 Watts RF Output Impedance: 50 Ohms

V-Prox, A, H Information for Users

The V-Prox, A, H includes a HID contact-less proximity reader. This device has the following characteristics:

Transmit Frequency: 125 KHz

Excite Frequency: 125 KHz

V-Station, A, G Information for Users

The V-Station, A, G includes a contact-less smart card reader (GemEasyLink680SL). This is a radio-transceiver with the following characteristics:

Operating Frequency Range: 13.553-13.567 MHz RF Power Rating: 0.0 Watts RF Output Impedance: 50 Ohms

V-Station, A, H Information for Users

The V-Station, A, H includes a contact-less smart card reader (HID iCLASS™ OEM 100/RS232). This is a radio-transceiver with the following characteristics:

Operating Frequency Range: 13.553-13.567 MHz RF Power Rating: 0.0 Watts RF Output Impedance: 50 Ohms

V-Station, A, P Information for Users

The V-Station, A, P includes a HID contact-less proximity reader. This device has the following characteristics:

Transmit Frequency: 125 KHz

Excite Frequency: 125 KHz

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Version Notes

Version 7.20: This is the version described in this manual. Versions equal to or

greater than 7.0 support the V-Station. With this release, the V-Station Prox, VStation MIFARE, V-Station iCLASS, and V-Station Searching models are supported.

Version 7.10: This version began support for Ethernet communication on all VStation models.

Version 7.00: This is the first version released with the V-Station. Versions 7.x are intended only for use on V-Stations

Versions 5.20 – 6.xx: Please refer to the MV1200 Release Notes document for further information on changes from one version to the next. Version 5.20 and above are intended only for MV1200 based Veri-Series products.

Versions 1.0 - 3.30: These versions apply only to older MV1100 based products, and are not compatible with newer MV1200 based products. Version history for these versions may also be found in the MV1200 Release Notes document.

NOTE: Future versions of the Veri-Series hardware and software may be significantly different than described in this manual. Please make sure that you are using a manual that correctly coincides with the hardware version you are installing. Please contact Bioscrypt if you have any questions or visit

www.bioscrypt.com to download updated documentation and firmware.

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Table of Contents

Introduction............................................................................................................................................ii

Disclaimer...............................................................................................................................................iii

Bioscrypt One Year Limited Warranty Policy..............................................................................iv

Notices...................................................................................................................................................vi

FCC Information to Users..............................................................................................................vi

FCC Class B Digital Device or Peripheral - User’s Notice (for all V-Station models

only)....................................................................................................................................................vi

CE Information to Users................................................................................................................vii

Warning to Users.............................................................................................................................viii

V-Smart, A Information for Users................................................................................................viii

V-Smart, A, H Information for Users...........................................................................................viii

V-Prox, A, H Information for Users..............................................................................................viii

V-Station, A, G Information for Users........................................................................................viii

V-Station, A, H Information for Users...........................................................................................ix

V-Station, A, P Information for Users...........................................................................................ix

Version Notes........................................................................................................................................x

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................xi

Notes......................................................................................................................................................xii

About the Veri-Series Products........................................................................................................1

About this Manual...............................................................................................................................4

Steps in a comprehensive installation...........................................................................................5

Planning the Installation ....................................................................................................................6

Component Selection........................................................................................................................7

Mounting................................................................................................................................................8

Mounting Templates.......................................................................................................................9

Power Distribution & Device Hookup...........................................................................................12

Selecting the Right Power Supply.............................................................................................13

Device Hook-up (V-Prox/V-Flex/V-Pass/V-Smart).................................................................14

Device Hook-up (V-Station) ........................................................................................................16

Wiegand Connections.................................................................................................................19

ESD Shield Earth Ground Requirement ...................................................................................19

RS-485................................................................................................................................................19

Ethernet (V-Station only)..............................................................................................................19

TTL (V-Station only).........................................................................................................................19

Cabling and Interconnection........................................................................................................20

When is an RS-485 network required?.....................................................................................20

When is an RS-485 network required?.....................................................................................21

When is an Ethernet network required?..................................................................................21

RS-485 Cable Specification ........................................................................................................21

Ethernet Cable Specification.....................................................................................................22

RS-485 Network Topology............................................................................................................23

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Ethernet Network Topology........................................................................................................24

RS-485 Cable Termination...........................................................................................................24

Extending the RS-485 Specification..........................................................................................26

Connecting to the Computer .......................................................................................................28

System Turn-up Procedures.............................................................................................................30

Device Configuration Check.....................................................................................................30

Ground Potential Difference Check........................................................................................31

General Installation Guidelines......................................................................................................32

Installation Issues:...........................................................................................................................32

Network Operation Issues:..........................................................................................................32

Operational Issues:........................................................................................................................33

Appendix A – Installing the R&TTE Installation Kit Filters..........................................................34

R&TTE Wiring Instructions for the V-Prox, A, H.........................................................................34

R&TTE Wiring Instructions for the V-Smart, A and V-Smart, A, H .......................................35

References...........................................................................................................................................37

Bioscrypt Contact Information......................................................................................................39

Notes

About the Veri-Series Products

Figure 2: The V-Smart

Bioscrypt’s V-Prox (figure 1) two-in-one solution combines a selfcontained fingerprint verification package about the size of a business card (the MV1200), with an embedded proximity card reader. The two technologies are housed together in a modern case that conforms to mullion mount standards.

The V-Flex (figure 1) provides all of the same capabilities of the V-Prox. Instead of having an embedded proximity card reader, the V-Flex requires an external Wiegand input from a card

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reader or keypad. Both the V-Prox and V-Flex store thousands of templates.

Figure 1: The V-Prox

/ V-Flex / V-Pass

The V-Pass (figure 1) reader does not use cards or PINs. By simply placing your finger on the sensor, the device will search through its database of hundreds of stored templates and respond via Wiegand to a door controller with the ID number of the user that matched the candidate image.

The V-Smart (figure 2) provides all the capability of the V- Flex and includes an internal smart card reader (either MIFARE or iCLASS). Fingerprint templates are securely stored on a smart card and carried by the employee. The smart card is presented to the V-Smart and the template is read from the card and verified against the employee’s live image. Storing the template on the smart card allows the V-Smart to have an unlimited user base, removing the need for a physically-wired network.

The V-Station (figure 3) is the first stand-alone version of the Veri-Series product line with an integrated keypad and LCD display. Many actions can be performed right from the console, thereby freeing users from having to administer the device from a PC. The standard version stores more than 3000 templates based on an ID entered on the keypad, but versions are available which include an enclosed proximity reader (V-Station A, P) or smart card reader (V-Station

Figure 3: The V-Station

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A, G and V-Station A, H). A searching version (V-Station A, S) is also available. In addition, this is the first product to offer built-in Ethernet support, and is by far the most flexible of the available devices.

All of the Veri-Series readers are stand-alone or network readers that perform enrollment and verification and provide standard communication options that enable it to be easily incorporated into access control systems.

The response time is less than 5 seconds for fingerprint enrollment and less than one second for fingerprint verification. The system is compact, versatile, and can be configured in a variety of ways. The readers support the industry-standard Wiegand interface that can be used to connect to most any door controller or alarm panel. The unit supports RS-232 for administration through a PC connection, and it also supports RS-485 for multiple-unit operation and administration. The VStation also supports administration over an Ethernet network.

The Bioscrypt products use the latest generation of solid-state (chip) fingerprint scanners or sensors. This type of sensor is being provided by a variety of electronics manufacturers and the Veri-Series products are the only devices to be compatible with a variety of sensors – this is Bioscrypt’s sensor interoperability.

The following paragraphs refer to operation and administration of the V-Prox device, however the same functions can be performed through the VeriAdmin software provided, or through the keypad on a V-Station.

The operation of the V-Prox is very simple: a user places or waves their card near the V-Prox unit, the unit prompts the user to place their finger on the sensor (communication is by means of a multi-colored LED), the V-Prox then reads the fingerprint and compares it to a stored record of the user. If the comparison yields a high degree of match, the user fingerprint is accepted and the user’s ID number is transmitted to the access control unit over the Wiegand connection. If the match fails, then either nothing is sent to the controller or a failure code is sent so that the controller can log failed access attempts. The controller unlocks the door for the user if the user has access. Therefore, the procedure is simple: present a card, place finger, and open the door. The whole process takes less than 5 seconds.

Administration of the V-Prox is also simple. Any number of cards can be set up as Enroll or Delete cards. These cards are maintained by the system administrator(s) responsible for the access control system (one or more cards can be kept off-site for added safety). To enroll a new user within a V-Prox unit, present an Enroll card, verify the fingerprint of an authorized Enroller, present an unused card, and finally place the finger of the user on the system. The user is now enrolled in this V-Prox unit. If the installation has multiple V-Prox units you will have to either repeat this

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enroll process on other units or use software (if the units are connected via a RS485 or Ethernet network) to transfer the templates. The User ID will also have to be added to the access control system. Deleting a user from the V-Prox is just as easy – just use the Delete card instead of the Enroll card and follow the same procedure.

All Veri-Series products also include an auxiliary port in the bottom of the unit. This auxiliary port supports RS-232 communications with a host computer. You can use this port to transfer templates, manage enroll and delete cards, etc.

An additional Ethernet port is now available on V-Station products, enabling administration and template management over an Ethernet compatible network, using the VeriAdmin software.

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About this Manual

This manual provides a simple step by step procedure for defining the RS-485 or Ethernet network which will be used to communicate to a number of Veri-Series readers as well as making connections to those readers. The Veri-Series Operation Manual (under different cover) will provide the user or installer with information required to configure the readers for communications on an RS-485 or Ethernet network and for making other configuration changes such as for Wiegand format.

The V-Prox, V-Flex, and V-Pass readers are designed to be compatible with mullion mount applications. Mullion mounting is not required, however, and the readers can be mounted on any flat surface. The installer will want to take into account codes and ordinances which affect the installation. The readers can also be mounted on a single gang electrical box. Bioscrypt provides both a narrow and a trimmed out wall plate for these applications.

Bioscrypt offers a Veri-Series Operations Manual under a separate cover. This guide describes in complete detail the administration and day-to-day operation of the Veri-Series unit. Bioscrypt also offers a Veri-Series Setup Guide , a quick stepby-step guide for initial Veri-Series setup and use. Both of these are included on the installation CD.

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