User's Manual

A PPENDIX D – V-SMART O PERATIONS

Appendix D – V-Smart Operations

The V-Smart product is similar in size and shape to both the VeriFlex and VeriProx

products. However, it incorporates a new method for template management. The V-Smart

incorporates a contactless smart card reader using MIFARE technology. This allows a

user’s template to be written to a smart card during enrollment and then later read from the

smart card during verification. Since the template is stored on the card itself, there is no

need for network-based template management operations typically associated with

biometric installations.

Smart cards used by the V-Smart can now be used by another application. V-Smart

operation uses only the part of the Smart Card defined by the layout, so that other

applications can now use any remaining free sectors.

Contact your Bioscrypt Sales representative when purchasing smart cards to ensure they

will work correctly with the V-Smart.

Administrator’s Note

The Administrator / Enroller needs to understand the different states that the V-Smart

operates to effectively use the unit. The most important aspect to understand is the

difference between HOST and SLAVE mode. HOST mode is the normal operating state of

the V-Smart. In this mode, the unit is actively looking for a smart card with a template on it.

When a card is seen, one or both templates is automatically read and a Verification action is

started. While the Verification action is happening, the V-Smart cannot process other

commands coming over the AUX channel from the PC. The only time this becomes an

issue is when using the VeriAdmin software.

When writing a template to the smart card as part of the enrollment process, it is important

to wait for VeriAdmin to display a message saying, “PLACE SMART CARD CLOSE TO

READER”. If the Administrator places the card before the message, the V-Smart may treat

this as described above, and initiate a Verification action. The V-Smart will then be busy

trying to verify a live image and will not be able to process the Enrollment. You can tell

when this happens because the top LED will turn yellow. If this does happen, simply place

a finger and let the V-Smart complete the Verification attempt. Then press the SAVE TO

SMART CARD button and wait for the “PLACE SMART CARD CLOSE TO READER”

prompt.

NOTE: It is essential that the Administrator read and fully understand the

information presented in Appendix E: Administrator SiteKey Management. Failure to

use the V-Smart in the proper way can make the V-Smart less secure and potentially

unusable if Site Keys are forgotten or compromised.