User's Manual

DT-018581 Reader User Guide
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Table of Contents
Safety Information .......................................................................................................................... 1
Intended Use ............................................................................................................................... 1
Explanation of Signal Word Consequences................................................................................ 1
Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 3
Features Overview ...................................................................................................................... 3
Related Documents ..................................................................................................................... 4
Product Description ........................................................................................................................ 5
Document Window ..................................................................................................................... 5
Indicator LEDs............................................................................................................................ 5
Back Panel .................................................................................................................................. 6
Setting up the Reader...................................................................................................................... 6
Host PC Requirements................................................................................................................ 6
Unpacking the Reader................................................................................................................. 7
Installing the Software .................................................................................................................... 7
Connecting to a Host System.................................................................................................... 10
Connecting the Power Supply................................................................................................... 10
Verifying the USB Driver Installation...................................................................................... 10
Updating the USB Drivers........................................................................................................ 12
Power-up Self Test.................................................................................................................... 12
Testing Reading and Communication....................................................................................... 12
Reading Documents...................................................................................................................... 14
Reading 1D Barcodes ........................................................................................................... 14
Reading 2D Barcodes ........................................................................................................... 15
Identification Cards............................................................................................................... 15
Passports ............................................................................................................................... 15
Reading Standard Documents............................................................................................... 16
Reading Non-standard Documents ....................................................................................... 17
Contactless Integrated Circuits Reading Procedure.............................................................. 17
RF Reading Procedure .......................................................................................................... 18
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................. 19
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................... 19
Appendix A: Specifications .......................................................................................................... 21
Appendix B: Troubleshooting....................................................................................................... 24