GunVault MVB 500 User Manual

MicroVault Biometric

Model MVB 500

User Manual

Patented Rev 2 (10/11)

Firearm Safety

WARNING: The MicroVault Biometric safe or any other firearm storage device cannot

take the place of other safety procedures including advising children of the dangers
of firearms.

WARNING: The manufacturers and distributors of the MicroVault Biometric safe do not

recommend, suggest, advise, promote or otherwise condone the ownership or use
of firearms. We at GunVault Inc. believe the decision to own or use a firearm is a
serious decision that should only be made by an adult who has carefully considered
the risks and benefits of such a decision.

WARNING: The keypad and push buttons on the control panel are electronic. They

have a certain feel to them and may seem different to different people. It is
important for you to become accustomed through practice, as to how the MicroVault
Biometric safe responds to your own personal touch.

WARNING: Never mix alcohol or drugs with firearms or the MicroVault Biometric safe.

Alcohol and other substances likely to impair normal mental or physical functions
should not be used before shooting or handling firearms or the MicroVault Biometric
safe.

WARNING: Never grab your firearm by the trigger when removing or placing into the

MicroVault Biometric safe. Make sure your firearm’s safety mechanism is on.

WARNING: Always point your firearm in a safe direction. Common sense should

dictate which direction is the safest.

WARNING: Always follow the firearm safety rules set out by the firearm’s manufacturer.
WARNING: Be familiar with how firearms work. GunVault recommends that you obtain

as much information as possible on firearm safety.

WARNING: Always handle firearms as if they are loaded and ready to fire. Always

assume that a firearm is loaded.

WARNING: In order to enjoy the maximum security benefits of the MicroVault Biometric

safe product, it must be mounted in place using the equipment provided with the
product, according to the instructions provided herein. Use of this product as a
storage receptacle without mounting according to the instructions provided herein,
may compromise security of the MicroVault Biometric Safe.

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Understanding Biometrics

Biometrics are methods of authenticating the identity of person based on
physiological or behavioral characteristics. Biometric fingerprint authentication
refers to technology that measure and analyzes human physical characteristics
for identification and authentication purposes.

Everyone is known to have their own unique individual fingerprints. The
individuality of each fingerprint can be determined by the pattern of ridges and
furrows on the surface of the finger as well as by the minutiae points. Minutiae
points are local ridge characteristics that occur at either a ridge bifurcation or a
ridge ending.

The biometric scanner is a sensitive device that requires care not to damage the
device. In addition, it is recommended that you practice the authentication
process several time in order to become comfortable with the process.

About MicroVault Biometric

MicroVault Biometric is the ultimate solution to complete access control.
Invented and developed by GunVault, MicroVault Biometric provides safe
storage and easily controlled access for handguns, weapons, ammunition,
jewelry and other valuable items including: pharmaceuticals, coins, stamps,
stocks, bonds, critical data and personal documents. MicroVault Biometric
requires no external computer or power to function. Flash memory retains
fingerprint data even during complete battery or electrical failure.

Shipped with your MicroVault Biometric are the following items:

MicroVault Biometric
Security Cable
Two backup keys
Instruction Manual

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GETTING STARTED

NOTE: Set your keys to the side. Don’t lock them inside the safe!

Make sure to remove the backup key from the MicroVault Biometric before
use and secure them.
The key is for emergency use only to unlock the case in the event of
fingerprint failure.
If the key is used to access the MicroVault Biometric; it can only be
removed from the lock cylinder by returning the key back to its original
locked position.
Please do not try to remove the key in any other position or this may cause
damage.
Do not try to use the fingerprint scanner and electronic locking system
while the key is in the unit.

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