IDTECH OMNI Quick Start Manual

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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
(714) 761-6368
www.idtechproducts.com
80028507-002 R09/06
ID TECH
10721 Walker Street
(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:
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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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