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OMNI
Combined Bar Code
and
Magnetic Stripe Reader
RS-232 Serial Interface
Quickstart Manual
OMNI
Combined Bar Code
and
Magnetic Stripe Reader
RS-232 Serial Interface
Quickstart Manual
ID TECH
10721 Walker Street
Cypress, California 90630
(714) 761-6368
www.idtechproducts.com
80028507-002 R09/06
ID TECH
10721 Walker Street
Cypress, California 90630
(714) 761-6368
www.idtechproducts.com
80028507-002 R09/06
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DATA EDITING
The Omni has a data editing feature incorporated into its firmware. This
feature allows the data read from the magnetic stripe or the bar code to be
sent to the host in the exact format expected by the host software, eliminating
the need for modifications to the application software.
Full data editing instructions are contained in the ID TECH Omni RS-232
User’s Manual (P/N: 80028503-004). The manual is available without cost on
the ID TECH website (www.idtechproducts.com), or by returning the coupon
below:
ID TECH
10721 Walker Street
Cypress, CA 90630
Please send a copy of the following ID TECH manual:
Omni RS-232 User’s Manual (P/N: 80028503-004)
Name:
Company:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
There is no charge for a single copy. There will be a charge of $10.00 for
each additional copy.
DATA EDITING
The Omni has a data editing feature incorporated into its firmware. This
feature allows the data read from the magnetic stripe or the bar code to be
sent to the host in the exact format expected by the host software, eliminating
the need for modifications to the application software.
Full data editing instructions are contained in the ID TECH Omni RS-232
User’s Manual (P/N: 80028503-004). The manual is available without cost on
the ID TECH website (www.idtechproducts.com), or by returning the coupon
below:
ID TECH
10721 Walker Street
Cypress, CA 90630
Please send a copy of the following ID TECH manual:
Omni RS-232 User’s Manual (P/N: 80028503-004)
Name:
Company:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
There is no charge for a single copy. There will be a charge of $10.00 for
each additional copy.
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MAGNETIC STRIPE DEFAULT SETTINGS TABLE
The reader is shipped from the factory with the following magnetic stripe default
settings already programmed:
Magnetic Track Basic Data Format
Track 1: <SS1><T1 Data><ES><CR>
Track 2: <SS2><T2 Data><ES><CR>
Track 3: <SS3><T3 Data><ES><CRLF>
where: SS1(start sentinel track 1) = %
SS2(start sentinel track 2) = ;
SS3(start sentinel track 3) = ; for ISO, ! for CDL, % for AAMVA
ES(end sentinel all tracks) = ?
Start or End Sentinel: Characters in encoding format which come before the first
data character (start) and after the last data character (end), indicating the beginning and end, respectively, of data.
Track Separator: A designated character which separates data tracks.
Terminator: A designated character which comes at the end of the last track of
data, to separate card reads.
LRC: Check character, following end sentinel.
CDL: Old California Drivers License format.
MAGNETIC STRIPE DEFAULT SETTINGS TABLE
The reader is shipped from the factory with the following magnetic stripe default
settings already programmed:
Magnetic Track Basic Data Format
Track 1: <SS1><T1 Data><ES><CR>
Track 2: <SS2><T2 Data><ES><CR>
Track 3: <SS3><T3 Data><ES><CRLF>
where: SS1(start sentinel track 1) = %
SS2(start sentinel track 2) = ;
SS3(start sentinel track 3) = ; for ISO, ! for CDL, % for AAMVA
ES(end sentinel all tracks) = ?
Start or End Sentinel: Characters in encoding format which come before the first
data character (start) and after the last data character (end), indicating the beginning and end, respectively, of data.
Track Separator: A designated character which separates data tracks.
Terminator: A designated character which comes at the end of the last track of
data, to separate card reads.
LRC: Check character, following end sentinel.
CDL: Old California Drivers License format.
AGENCY APPROVED
Specifications for subpart B of part 15 of FCC rule for a Class A computing
device.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ID TECH warrants this product to be in good working order for a period of one
year from the date of purchase. If this product is not in good working order as warranted above, or should this product fail to be in good working order at any time
during the warranty period, repair or replacement shall be provided by ID TECH.
This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages incurred by
consumer misuse, or modification of said product. For limited warranty service
during the warranty period, please contact ID TECH to obtain an RMA number
and instructions for returning the product.
©2006 International Technologies & Systems Corporation. The information
contained herein is provided to the user as a convenience. While every effort has
been made to ensure accuracy, ID TECH is not responsible for damages that might
occur because of errors or omissions, including any loss of profit or other com
mercial damage. The specifications described herein were current at the time of
publication, but are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
ID TECH is a registered trademark of International Technologies & Systems
Corporation. Omni and Value through Innovation are trademarks of International
Technologies & Systems Corporation.
AGENCY APPROVED
Specifications for subpart B of part 15 of FCC rule for a Class A computing
device.
LIMITED WARRANTY
ID TECH warrants this product to be in good working order for a period of one
year from the date of purchase. If this product is not in good working order as warranted above, or should this product fail to be in good working order at any time
during the warranty period, repair or replacement shall be provided by ID TECH.
This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages incurred by
consumer misuse, or modification of said product. For limited warranty service
during the warranty period, please contact ID TECH to obtain an RMA number
and instructions for returning the product.
©2006 International Technologies & Systems Corporation. The information
contained herein is provided to the user as a convenience. While every effort has
been made to ensure accuracy, ID TECH is not responsible for damages that might
occur because of errors or omissions, including any loss of profit or other com
mercial damage. The specifications described herein were current at the time of
publication, but are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
ID TECH is a registered trademark of International Technologies & Systems
Corporation. Omni and Value through Innovation are trademarks of International
Technologies & Systems Corporation.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements,
Bar Code: Power +5 VDC +/-10% (35mA maximum).
Ground 0 VDC (GND).
Power Requirements,
Magnetic: Power +5 VDC +/-10% (50mV ripple maximum).
Ground 0 VDC (GND). Chassis Ground connected
to GND and magnetic head case.
Operating Current: About 65mA for combination magnetic stripe (three
tracks) and bar code. About 35mA for magnetic stripe
(three tracks) only. About 60mA for bar code only.
Operating
Temperature: 32
° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C).
Weatherproof Option: -31
° F to 140° F (-35° C to 60° C) without ice build-
up on optic or magnetic head.
Storage Temperature: -31
° F to 158° F (-35° C to 70° C).
Relative Humidity: Maximum 95% non-condensing.
Magnetic Head Life: 1,000,000 passes minimum.
Rail and Cover Life: 1,000,000 passes minimum.
Magnetic Read Rate: Less than one error in 100,000 bits on cards
conforming to ISO 7811 1-5 (not induced by
operator error).
Bar Code Source
Light: Visible red 660 nm or Infrared 930 nm.
Minimum Bar Code
PCS: 60%.
Bar Code Centerline: .49 inches (12.50mm) from bottom of slot to center of
reading window.
UPC-A, -E Enabled, Enabled
Send Number System Digit Yes
Send Check Digit Yes
Expand UPC-E No
Read 2, 5 Digit Addendum No, No
Addendum required Yes
Add Addendum Separator Yes
Send UPC-A as EAN-13 No
EAN-13, -8 Enabled, Enabled
Send Induced Country Code Digit Yes
Send Check Digit Yes
Read 2, 5 Digit Addendum No, No
Addendum Required Yes
Add Addendum Separator Yes
Code ID
UPC-A a
UPC-E b
EAN-8 c
EAN-13 d
Code 39 e
Interleaved 2 of 5 f
Industrial 2 of 5 g
Code 128 h
MSI/Plessey i
Codabar j
Track 1 k
Track 2 l
Track 3 m
Telepen n
Data Editing
Edit On/Off Off
Unmatched Input Do Not Send
UPC-A, -E Enabled, Enabled
Send Number System Digit Yes
Send Check Digit Yes
Expand UPC-E No
Read 2, 5 Digit Addendum No, No
Addendum required Yes
Add Addendum Separator Yes
Send UPC-A as EAN-13 No
EAN-13, -8 Enabled, Enabled
Send Induced Country Code Digit Yes
Send Check Digit Yes
Read 2, 5 Digit Addendum No, No
Addendum Required Yes
Add Addendum Separator Yes
Code ID
UPC-A a
UPC-E b
EAN-8 c
EAN-13 d
Code 39 e
Interleaved 2 of 5 f
Industrial 2 of 5 g
Code 128 h
MSI/Plessey i
Codabar j
Track 1 k
Track 2 l
Track 3 m
Telepen n
Data Editing
Edit On/Off Off
Unmatched Input Do Not Send
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirements,
Bar Code: Power +5 VDC +/-10% (35mA maximum).
Ground 0 VDC (GND).
Power Requirements,
Magnetic: Power +5 VDC +/-10% (50mV ripple maximum).
Ground 0 VDC (GND). Chassis Ground connected
to GND and magnetic head case.
Operating Current: About 65mA for combination magnetic stripe (three
tracks) and bar code. About 35mA for magnetic stripe
(three tracks) only. About 60mA for bar code only.
Operating
Temperature: 32
° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C).
Weatherproof Option: -31
° F to 140° F (-35° C to 60° C) without ice build-
up on optic or magnetic head.
Storage Temperature: -31
° F to 158° F (-35° C to 70° C).
Relative Humidity: Maximum 95% non-condensing.
Magnetic Head Life: 1,000,000 passes minimum.
Rail and Cover Life: 1,000,000 passes minimum.
Magnetic Read Rate: Less than one error in 100,000 bits on cards
conforming to ISO 7811 1-5 (not induced by
operator error).
Bar Code Source
Light: Visible red 660 nm or Infrared 930 nm.
Minimum Bar Code
PCS: 60%.
Bar Code Centerline: .49 inches (12.50mm) from bottom of slot to center of
reading window.
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Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled
Fixed Length Off
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 4
Maximum Length 60
Industrial 2 of 5 Enabled
Fixed Length Off
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Code 128 Enabled
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Codabar Enabled
Send Start/Stop No
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 2
Maximum Length 60
MSI/Plessy Enabled
Send Check Digit(s) No
Check Digits Modulo 10/Modulo 10
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
FEBRABAN Convert
Telepen Enabled
Numeric Mode On
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Bar Code Resolution: .006 (6 mil) minimum.
Magnetic Stripe
Formats: ISO 7811, AAMVA, and CA DMV.
Swipe Speed: Bar Code: 5 to 65 inches per second, bi-directional.
Magnetic Stripe: 3 to 60 inches per second, bi-
directional.
Card Thickness: Bar code media .005 to .050 inches.
Magnetic stripe media .01 to .050 inches.
Slot Width: .055 inches (1.37mm)
Dimensions: Length: 5 inches (127mm).
Width: 2.05 inches (52mm).
Height: 1.38 inches (35mm).
Weight: 1.4 lb. (including power pack).
Cable Length: 6-foot straight cable.
Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled
Fixed Length Off
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 4
Maximum Length 60
Industrial 2 of 5 Enabled
Fixed Length Off
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Code 128 Enabled
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Codabar Enabled
Send Start/Stop No
Check Digit None
Minimum Length 2
Maximum Length 60
MSI/Plessy Enabled
Send Check Digit(s) No
Check Digits Modulo 10/Modulo 10
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
FEBRABAN Convert
Telepen Enabled
Numeric Mode On
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Bar Code Resolution: .006 (6 mil) minimum.
Magnetic Stripe
Formats: ISO 7811, AAMVA, and CA DMV.
Swipe Speed: Bar Code: 5 to 65 inches per second, bi-directional.
Magnetic Stripe: 3 to 60 inches per second, bi-
directional.
Card Thickness: Bar code media .005 to .050 inches.
Magnetic stripe media .01 to .050 inches.
Slot Width: .055 inches (1.37mm)
Dimensions: Length: 5 inches (127mm).
Width: 2.05 inches (52mm).
Height: 1.38 inches (35mm).
Weight: 1.4 lb. (including power pack).
Cable Length: 6-foot straight cable.
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DESCRIPTION
This slot reader can scan and decode most popular bar codes, as well as read
1, 2, or 3 tracks of magnetic stripe information. It also has full data editing
capabilities.
It can be connected to a single-ended serial device, such as a cash register,
PC, or terminal, through an RS-232 serial port. This unit is fully program
mable through a serial utility program, such as Hyper Terminal (in Windows).
The data can be formatted with preamble/postamble and terminator characters to match the format expected by the host.
Power is obtained from a separate power supply module when the unit is
configured as an RS-232 device.
Terminal Selection Type RS-232 (serial)
General Selection
Beep Volume High
Intercharacter Delay 5 milliseconds
Interblock Delay 0 milliseconds
Language United States
Code ID Off
Scan Verification Off
Function Code Off
Message Formatting
Terminator Character <CRLF>
Preamble None
Postamble None
RS-232 Port Settings
Baud Rate 9600
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Handshaking X-On/X-Off
Stop Bit(s) 1
X-On DC1 (\11)
X-Off DC3 (\13)
Magnetic Stripe Selections
Track Selection Any Track
Start/Stop Sentinel Send
Track 2 Send Account
Number Only Not Limited to Account No.
Track Separator <CR>
Code 39 Enabled
Full ASCII On
Check Digit Off
Send Check Digit No
Send Start/Stop No
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
Terminal Selection Type RS-232 (serial)
General Selection
Beep Volume High
Intercharacter Delay 5 milliseconds
Interblock Delay 0 milliseconds
Language United States
Code ID Off
Scan Verification Off
Function Code Off
Message Formatting
Terminator Character <CRLF>
Preamble None
Postamble None
RS-232 Port Settings
Baud Rate 9600
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Handshaking X-On/X-Off
Stop Bit(s) 1
X-On DC1 (\11)
X-Off DC3 (\13)
Magnetic Stripe Selections
Track Selection Any Track
Start/Stop Sentinel Send
Track 2 Send Account
Number Only Not Limited to Account No.
Track Separator <CR>
Code 39 Enabled
Full ASCII On
Check Digit Off
Send Check Digit No
Send Start/Stop No
Minimum Length 1
Maximum Length 60
DESCRIPTION
This slot reader can scan and decode most popular bar codes, as well as read
1, 2, or 3 tracks of magnetic stripe information. It also has full data editing
capabilities.
It can be connected to a single-ended serial device, such as a cash register,
PC, or terminal, through an RS-232 serial port. This unit is fully program
mable through a serial utility program, such as Hyper Terminal (in Windows).
The data can be formatted with preamble/postamble and terminator characters to match the format expected by the host.
Power is obtained from a separate power supply module when the unit is
configured as an RS-232 device.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The Omni reader is easy to install and use. Most problems encountered can
be attributed to:
• Incorrect Interface Cabling
• Incorrect Configuration Setup
• Bad Magnetic Stripe or Bar Code Quality
• Application RS-232 Parameter Setting Error
GENERAL PROCEDURES
The troubleshooting process can be simplified by following these simple
diagnostic procedures.
1. The unit should emit two beeps when power is first applied. If it does not,
then the unit is not receiving power.
2. Once it has been confirmed that the unit is correctly powered, try swiping
a credit card. The LED will glow amber to indicate a “good read,” or red to
indicate a “bad read.”
3. Once the unit has indicated a “good read,” then proceed to check the interface cabling connections.
4. Check the RS-232 parameter setting.
DEFAULT SETTINGS TABLE
The Omni reader is shipped from the factory with the following bar code default
settings already programmed:
TROUBLESHOOTING
The Omni reader is easy to install and use. Most problems encountered can
be attributed to:
• Incorrect Interface Cabling
• Incorrect Configuration Setup
• Bad Magnetic Stripe or Bar Code Quality
• Application RS-232 Parameter Setting Error
GENERAL PROCEDURES
The troubleshooting process can be simplified by following these simple
diagnostic procedures.
1. The unit should emit two beeps when power is first applied. If it does not,
then the unit is not receiving power.
2. Once it has been confirmed that the unit is correctly powered, try swiping
a credit card. The LED will glow amber to indicate a “good read,” or red to
indicate a “bad read.”
3. Once the unit has indicated a “good read,” then proceed to check the interface cabling connections.
4. Check the RS-232 parameter setting.
DEFAULT SETTINGS TABLE
The Omni reader is shipped from the factory with the following bar code default
settings already programmed:
HOST CONNECTIONS
The reader is connected to the host’s RS-232 communications port. The cable
has a DB-9 connector at one end, and is connected to the reader at the other
end. (An adapter can be used to connect to a DB-25 RS-232 port.)
Data is transmitted to the host in an ASCII data format. The reader’s output
can be formatted with terminating characters and special preamble and/or
postamble character strings to match the data format expected by the terminal.
The terminal must be configured to accept the data and to perform the appro
priate processing. Care must be taken to ensure that the RS-232 parameters
(baud rate, data bits, Start/Stop characters, parity, and handshaking method)
match those expected by the terminal. Just transmitting the data to the serial
port does not necessarily mean it will appear on the screen as if it were
entered manually.
If the host is programmable (such as a PC running in terminal mode), a
communication program, such as Procomm or Hyperterminal, can be used to
display the data. In this way, data from the serial port appears to the host as if
it has been entered manually via the keyboard.
There is insufficient power available on a standard RS-232 serial port to
power the reader, so an external wall-mounted power module must be used.
Connect the power cable from this unit to the power receptacle located on
the DB-9 connector. Care must be taken to ensure the power module operates
within +5 VDC +10%.
HOST CONNECTIONS
The reader is connected to the host’s RS-232 communications port. The cable
has a DB-9 connector at one end, and is connected to the reader at the other
end. (An adapter can be used to connect to a DB-25 RS-232 port.)
Data is transmitted to the host in an ASCII data format. The reader’s output
can be formatted with terminating characters and special preamble and/or
postamble character strings to match the data format expected by the terminal.
The terminal must be configured to accept the data and to perform the appro
priate processing. Care must be taken to ensure that the RS-232 parameters
(baud rate, data bits, Start/Stop characters, parity, and handshaking method)
match those expected by the terminal. Just transmitting the data to the serial
port does not necessarily mean it will appear on the screen as if it were
entered manually.
If the host is programmable (such as a PC running in terminal mode), a
communication program, such as Procomm or Hyperterminal, can be used to
display the data. In this way, data from the serial port appears to the host as if
it has been entered manually via the keyboard.
There is insufficient power available on a standard RS-232 serial port to
power the reader, so an external wall-mounted power module must be used.
Connect the power cable from this unit to the power receptacle located on
the DB-9 connector. Care must be taken to ensure the power module operates
within +5 VDC +10%.
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CONFIGURATION
The reader may be configured to your specific application. Configuration
settings enable the reader to work with the host system. These settings are
programmed into the reader by sending Setup Commands from the host
application to the reader. Once programmed, these configuration settings are
stored in the reader’s non-volatile memory (so they are not affected by the
cycling of power).
The reader is shipped from the factory with the default settings already programmed. For a table of default settings, see the Default Settings Tables.
Note: If you want to send setup commands to the reader, you must make sure the
communication baud rate matches the baud rate in the reader. (The default baud
rate is 9600.) Before you make any settings, or try to get data to the host, check the
connection cable, port, power, and communication parameters.
OPERATION
The reader is easy to operate. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Make sure the reader is properly cabled and is receiving sufficient power.
(See Troubleshooting if there is a cabling or power problem.)
2. To read a card, slide the card, in either direction, through the reader slot,
with the bar code facing the optical head (LED side) or the magnetic stripe
facing the magnetic head (opposite side).
3. In idle states, the LED will glow green to indicate the unit is ready to read.
4. Once the magnetic stripe or bar code has been read successfully, the LED
indicator will turn amber for 1-2 seconds to signal a “good read.” If a good
read is not obtained, the LED indicator will turn red for 1-2 seconds.
5. A beep will also sound to indicate a good read on the bar code or each
magnetic track, as appropriate. If all three tracks have been read successfully,
the reader will beep three times.
CONFIGURATION
The reader may be configured to your specific application. Configuration
settings enable the reader to work with the host system. These settings are
programmed into the reader by sending Setup Commands from the host
application to the reader. Once programmed, these configuration settings are
stored in the reader’s non-volatile memory (so they are not affected by the
cycling of power).
The reader is shipped from the factory with the default settings already programmed. For a table of default settings, see the Default Settings Tables.
Note: If you want to send setup commands to the reader, you must make sure the
communication baud rate matches the baud rate in the reader. (The default baud
rate is 9600.) Before you make any settings, or try to get data to the host, check the
connection cable, port, power, and communication parameters.
OPERATION
The reader is easy to operate. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Make sure the reader is properly cabled and is receiving sufficient power.
(See Troubleshooting if there is a cabling or power problem.)
2. To read a card, slide the card, in either direction, through the reader slot,
with the bar code facing the optical head (LED side) or the magnetic stripe
facing the magnetic head (opposite side).
3. In idle states, the LED will glow green to indicate the unit is ready to read.
4. Once the magnetic stripe or bar code has been read successfully, the LED
indicator will turn amber for 1-2 seconds to signal a “good read.” If a good
read is not obtained, the LED indicator will turn red for 1-2 seconds.
5. A beep will also sound to indicate a good read on the bar code or each
magnetic track, as appropriate. If all three tracks have been read successfully,
the reader will beep three times.
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