ACS ACR1255U-J1 User manual

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ACR1255U-J1
Bluetooth®
NFCReader

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Table of Contents
1.0. Introduction .............................................................................................................3
2.0. For iOS.....................................................................................................................4
2.1. Installing the application ........................................................................................................4
2.2. Using the application .............................................................................................................5
2.2.1. Connecting the reader ..................................................................................................5
2.2.2. Getting the device information......................................................................................7
2.2.3. Getting the battery level................................................................................................8
2.2.4. Getting the ATR (Answer to reset)................................................................................9
2.2.5. Transmitting APDU commands...................................................................................13
2.2.6. Executing escape command.......................................................................................15
3.0. For Android............................................................................................................17
3.1. Installing the application ......................................................................................................17
3.2. Using the application ...........................................................................................................20
3.2.1. Connecting the reader ................................................................................................20
3.2.2. Getting the device information....................................................................................21
3.2.3. Getting the battery level..............................................................................................22
3.2.4. Getting the ATR (Answer to reset)..............................................................................23
3.2.5. Transmitting APDU commands...................................................................................27
3.2.6. Executing escape command.......................................................................................30
3.2.7. Changing the Bluetooth Transmission Power.............................................................32

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1.0.Introduction
ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth® NFC Reader combines the latest technology in the world of smart card
readers with Bluetooth connectivity. This compact and wireless smart card reader brings together
sophisticated technology with fresh design to meet different requirements in various smart card-based
applications using Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as smart phones and tablets.
This document contains step-by-step procedures in installing and using the demo application included
in the Android™ and iOS library of the ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth NFC Reader.

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2.0.For iOS
2.1. Installing the application
1. Download the device library from ACS website under ACR1255U-J1 category.
2. Using the XCode application, open the BTDemo.xcodeproj file.
3. Transfer the BTDemo.xcodeproj to your mobile device by choosing your mobile device and
then clicking the play button.
Note: Make sure that your mobile device is connected to your computer.

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2.2. Using the application
This section provides a simple step-by-step procedure on how to use the ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth
NFC Reader using the BT Demo application.
2.2.1. Connecting the reader
1. Turn on the Bluetooth of your iOS device by going to Settings | Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth of the ACR1255U-J1 reader by switching the toggle on top to Bluetooth
mode.
3. Open the BT Demo application.
4. Tap Select.
5. To pair your iOS device with the ACR1225U-J1 reader, tap the ACR1255U-J1 reader, and
then tap Done.

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6. A bluetooth pairing request message will be displayed. Type in 000000, and then tap Pair to
continue.

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7. You will be prompted that the pairing was successful. Tap OK.
2.2.2. Getting the device information
To get the reader’s information, tap Device Information.

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2.2.3. Getting the battery level
To get the battery level:
1. Tap Get Battery Level.
2. The battery level will be displayed.

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2.2.4. Getting the ATR (Answer to reset)
To get the ATR of the card:
1. Place the contactless smart card on to the ACR1255U-J1 reader.
2. Tap Use Default Key to load the default keys of the device to the application.
3. Tap Authenticate Reader to validate device.

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4. You will be prompted that the authentication was successful. Tap OK.
5. Tap Enable Polling to start polling for the contactless card.

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6. Tap Power On Card.
7. The card’s ATR will be displayed.

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8. Tap Power Off Card.
9. Tap Disable Polling to end polling for the contactless card.

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2.2.5. Transmitting APDU commands
To transmit APDU command:
1. Insert the smart card into the contact card slot of the ACR1255U-J1 reader.
2. Tap Use Default Key to load the default keys of the device to the application.
3. Tap Authenticate Reader to validate device.

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4. Tap Transmit APDU.
5. The Response APDU will be displayed.
Note: You can edit the APDU command by tapping Command APDU.

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2.2.6. Executing escape command
To execute an escape command:
1. Insert the smart card into the contact card slot of the ACR1255U-J1 reader.
2. Tap Use Default Key to load the default keys of the device to the application.
3. Tap Authenticate Reader to validate device.

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4. Tap Transmit Escape Command.
5. The Escape Response will be displayed.
Note: You can edit the Escape command by tapping Escape APDU.

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3.0.For Android
3.1. Installing the application
1. Connect your mobile device to the computer.
2. In the internal storage of your device, create a folder where the ACR1255U-J1 BTdemo will
be placed.
3. Download the device library from ACS website under ACR1255U-J1 category.
4. Copy the BTDemo.apk file from the downloaded ACR1255U-J1 Android library into the
previously created folder.

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5. Disconnect your mobile device from the computer, and then locate the BTDemo.apk using a
file manager application.
6. Tap the BTDemo.apk file to start the installation process.

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7. Complete the action using the Package Installer.
8. You will be prompted for hardware control access. Tap Install to proceed.
9. Once the installation is complete, open the BT Demo application.

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3.2. Using the application
3.2.1. Connecting the reader
1. Turn on the Bluetooth of your Android device by going to Settings | Bluetooth.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth of the ACR1255U-J1 reader by switching the toggle on top to Bluetooth
mode.
3. Open the ACS BT Demo application.
4. To pair your Android device with the ACR1255U-J1, tap the ACR1255U-J1 reader.
5. The application will automatically try to connect with the ACR1255U-J1. A Bluetooth pairing
request will appear. Tap Pair.