Xmark VH2R Users Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

AN APPLIED DIGIT

AL COMPANY

Contents: VeriChip H2 Reader Assembly Part Number

600-000515-000 (includes all of the following):

USER INSTRUCTIONS

Description

The VeriChip H2 Reader is hand-held Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) reader which activates an implanted
VeriMed™ RFID Microtransponder with a low power, low
frequency (LF) electromagnetic field. The Reader
receives a unique 16-digit ID number from the VeriMed
Microtransponder. The ID number is used to provide, with
patient consent, physicians and other health
professionals access to a secure database that will
provide the implanted person’s identity and health
information provided by the patient.

Indications

The VeriChip H2 Reader is indicated for use as a portable
instrument that non-invasively reads the ID number of an
implantable VeriMed Microtransponder that is inserted
into the arm of the patient. When activated, the VeriMed
Microtransponder transmits a unique identification
number that will be displayed by the VeriChip H2 Reader
and may be used to access the patient’s identity and
authorized health information from a secure database.

Contraindications

None.

Description Part Number

VeriChip H2 Reader (1) 600-100313-000

with lanyard and instruction
card attached

Instructions for Use (1) 981-000302-000

Batteries AA (1 set of 4) 303-000014-000

Test Microtransponder (1) 670-000001-000

Bluetooth Receiver (1) 672-000001-000
with related Driver CD (1)

Folder Poster (1) 420-000025-000

Instructional CD (1) 672-000002-000

USB Cable (1) 301-000025-000

VeriChip H2™ Reader Activation with Manufacturer Settings

1. Press Button F1 and release to power on the Reader.

2. The Reader will enter a self diagnostic mode displaying
the following on the LCD screen:

a. “Initializing”
b. “VeriChip H2 Reader”

“BT Master Rev x.xx”
c. All Pixels active on the two line screen display
d. The number “8” will display in all positions

Check for missing segments. If segments are missing, do not
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e. “Battery OK”
f. “BT Connecting - Inquiry Done - Please Wait”

3. Screen will display “PRESS F1 TO SCAN”

4. Press the F1 button and “SCANNING” will be displayed.

5. Perform the scanning process as described on page 3.
When a V

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be heard and the VeriMed ID number will be displayed on
the top line of the LCD and on the second line the

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To initiate a new scan session press F1 again.
To scan for a different VeriMed Microtransponder press the F1 button

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Prior to Scanning Patient

Scan test Microtransponder
provided with VeriChip H2 Reader
to verify unit functionality prior

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VeriMed Microtransponder

To scan/locate a Microtransponder
first activate the Reader as
described above. Press and release
the F1 button when instructed on the

DO NOT hold down F1 button

LCD.
during scan operation. Place the
Reader next to the skin, parallel and
along side the area to be scanned (see photo). Starting
about 2 inches above the elbow, move the scanner slowly
up the rear part of the arm. The injection site may vary
but it typically will be between the elbow and shoulder of
the triceps area of the upper arm. When a VeriMed
Microtransponder is located, the VeriChip H2 Reader will
emit an audible chirp and display the 16-digit ID number
on the LCD screen.

Depending on which communication configuration is
established, the VeriMed ID number will be entered via
USB or Bluet
web enabled VeriMed Patient Registry. If no
communication is es
used to manually enter the ID number.

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Turning the Reader Off

The Reader can be turned off manually at
any time by simultaneously pressing
and holding down the F2 and F3 buttons.

If the Authorization Code is enabled and
an incorrect Authorization Code be entered, the unit will
immediately power-off.

The Reader will automatically power down should it
remain idle for 5 minutes.

Use of VeriMed Reader with Passive
Microtransponders of Different RFID Frequencies

The VeriMed H2 Reader is capable of reading the VeriMed
Microtransponder frequency of 134.2 kHz as well as 125
KHz. Place the Reader within the effective range of the
passive RFID Microtransponder (no more than 2.5 inches)
to obtain the ID number from the Microtransponder.

Installing/Replacing the Batteries

Remove the battery compartment door
by pressing the tab and sliding towards
the base of the Reader case. Insert 4 AA
alkaline batteries into the battery
compartment as indicated (see photo).
Replace the battery compartment cover and test the
Reader using the provided test RFID Microtransponder.

When the Reader battery power level drops to a point
insufficient to read a VeriMed Microtransponder the Reader
will automatically shut off. The Reader will display “LOW
BATTERY” followed by “REPLACE BATTERY”. When these
messages appear on the LCD, replace batteries immediately.

Authorization Code Option

To provide a means of securing the VeriMed H2 Reader
against unauthorized use, an optional start-up
Authorization Code function is provided. This modality
consists of 8 entries of the two auxiliary buttons, F2 (left)
and F3 (right) in a predefined sequence. The factory
default setting is ‘disabled’, i.e. the unit will not prompt
the user to enter an Authorization Code, but rather will
immediately proceed to scan mode and establishing a
link with the host computer. This feature can be enabled
or disabled through the Configuration Mode (see
configuration mode section below).

If enabled, the Authorization Code is entered after the
Reader is turned on and self-tests are complete. The
user must press the two auxiliary buttons a total of 8
times in predefined sequence. This sequence can be
customized and stored in the EEPROM. The default
sequence (programmed at the time of manufacture) is:

F2,F2,F3,F3,F2,F3,F2,F3

Enabling Authorization Code

To enable authorization process, the user must send
the ‘?’ character from the HyperTerminal to the unit
via a serial link in Configuration Mode.
To disable authorization process, the user must send
the ‘!’ character from the HyperTerminal to the unit
via a serial link in Configuration Mode.

Changing the Authorization Code

Maintain a record of the Authorization Code for
future reference. Loss of Authorization Code

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acces

To change this sequence, the user must power up the
unit and go into Configuration Mode. To enter the new

equire a call to customer service.

sequence, the user must send the ‘#’ character to the
VH2R over the serial link. Immediately after that the
unit will accept exactly 8 characters ‘l’ for F2 and ‘r’
for F1 (“l” for left and “r” for right button locations in
lowercase only) in the user defined sequence and the
new key is stored in the Reader EEPROM.
If the Code becomes lost, call customer service for
assistance.
If the key sequence is entered incorrectly, the unit
displays ‘ACCESS DENIED’ on the LCD and shuts
down after 1 second.
If the sequence is entered correctly, the unit
immediately tries connecting to the host according to
the set communication mode.

Configuration Mode

To operate in this mode the user should perform the
following actions:

• Connect the USB cable from the host computer to the

VH2R Reader.

• Turn on the VH2R Reader by pressing the F1 (large

center) and F2 button. The VH2R Reader will go through
its self-test procedure. Enter the Authorization sequence
as described later in this document if you are prompted
to “Enter Code” by the message on the unit’s LCD.

• Start the appropriate communication program on the

host computer system. For example, the user may
launch the HyperTerminal program and connect to the
serial port created by the USB driver. The VH2R reader
will stay in this idle mode for up to 5 minutes. The user
has two choices – to initiate a scan (normal operation)

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or ent
until the timeout, the unit will po
communication program (HyperTerminal) should be set
to 9600 Baud, 8 data bits, one stop bit, no parity (8-N-1).

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