ACS ACR30 User manual

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Advanced Card Systems Ltd.
Room 302, 3/F., Shun Fat Industrial building,
17 Wang Hoi Road, Kowloon Bay,Kowloon, Hong Kong.
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Website: www.acs.com.hk E-mail : [email protected]
ACR30
User Manual
ACR30 smart card reader/writer

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Table of content
1. Introduction …………………………………………………………………………… 3
2. Technical specifications and system requirement ………………………….…. 4
3. Smart card reader installation/uninstallation by using installer……………… 5
3.1 Installation (Example : ACR30U, PCSC, Win2K)……………………………………. 5
3.2. Connection Diagrams ………………………………………………………………….. 7
3.3. Un-installation (Example : ACR30U, PCSC, Win2K) ………………………………. 8
4. Sample Applications ………………………………………………….……………… 9
4.1 ATM Demo ……………………………………………………………………………… 9
4.2 Screen Saver …………………………………………………………………………… 12
4.3 SIMmate 2000 …………………………………………………………..……………… 13

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1. Introduction
The ACS Smart Card Reader/Writer ACR30 is an interface for the communication between a
computer (for example, a PC) and a smart card. Different types of smart cards have different
commands and different communication protocols. This prevents in most cases the direct
communication between a smart card and a computer. The ACR30 Reader/Writer establishes
a uniform interface from the computer to the smart card for a wide variety of cards. By taking
care of the card specific particulars, it releases the computer software programmer of getting
involved with the technical details of the smart card operation, which are in many cases not
relevant for the implementation of a smart card system.
The ACR30 Smart Card Reader/Writer is connected to the computer through a serial
asynchronous interface (RS-232) or USB interface. The reader accepts commands from the
computer, carries out the specified function at the smart card and returns the requested data
or status information.
The ACR30 is a compact, very cost-effective, single chip reader which supports all MCU-
based cards with T=0 or T=1 protocols as well as the popular memory cards in the market
today. It is ISO 7816-1/2/3 compliant, EMV and Microsoft PC/SC certified, and supports all
major PC platforms.
Being a single-chip solution, this reader is one of the most cost-effective solutions for e-
commerce, information security, access control, identification, and other smart card
applications. It is available in two types of interface: ACR30S and ACR30U. The ACR30 is
also available in two types of casing, the original Piano casing and the new CyberFrog casing.
Like the ACR20, the ACR30 is also supplied in module form (ACM30). This is an ideal
solution for easily integrating smart card access into any application. The module retains the
ACR30 Smart card reader/writer

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full functionalities of the reader/writer, and can be easily integrated in payphones, parking
meters, vending machines, laundries, gaming machines, ATM's, sophisticated access control
systems, and more.
2. Technical specifications and system requirement
Standard features for the ACR30 reader series:
• ISO 7816-1/2/3 and PC/SC Compliant
• Certified by CE, FCC, EMV and Microsoft WHQL
• Read and write ALL microcontroller cards with T=0 and T=1 protocols
• Read and write the popular memory card types in the market:
o Siemens: SLE4406, SLE4418, SLE4428,SLE4432, SLE4442
o Atmel: AT88SC06, AT24C01-16
o STMicroelectronics: ST1305, ST14C02C, ST14C04C
Note: Card manufacturers using the above-mentioned chips may have different
names for their
cards. These cards are likewise supported by ACR30. Examples are:
- Gemplus: GPM103, GFM2K, GFM4K, GPM2K, GPM8K
- Schlumberger: Primeflex Store 2K/8K, Open 2K/4
• Interface library for efficient PC application software development
o 32-bit DLL files for Windows 95, 98,Me, NT and 2000
o PC/SC compliant IFD handler
Technical Specifications:
Interface RS-232 (Serial) or USB
Supply Voltage Regulated 5V DC
Supply Current <100mA (without smart card)
Operating Temperature 0 - 50 °C
CLK Frequency 3.68 / 4 MHz
Standards / Certifications ISO 7816-1/2/3, PC/SC, CE, FCC
Operating System Support Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000 and XP, Linux

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3. Smart card reader installation/uninstallation by using installer
3.1 Installation - Example : ACR30U, PCSC, Win2K
a)
After the user run “setup.exe” which is
located in the “AC-Kit driver directory”. This
page will be shown.
Click “Next” button
Note:
1) Please do NOT connect the ACR30 reader with
PC until the instruction by installer.
b)
The user should select the appropriate smart
card reader from the list.
Note
U – USB
SP- Serial Pnp
S – Serial RS-232
c)
For example, ACR30U is selected.
Click “Next” button

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d)
Click “Next” button
Note:
1) Please do NOT connect the ACR30 reader with
PC until the instruction by installer.
2) For the ACS30S (PCSC), the user will be asked
to select their COM port.
e)
Please make sure the ACS USB reader is
disconnected.
Click “OK” button
f)
Please connect the reader.
Click “Yes” button for the Digital signature
dialog box.
Click “OK” button

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g)
Click “Finish” button
Note
1) The user may be asked for reboot the system
under Win 98, Win Me platforms.
2) To ensure the PCSC driver is installed properly,
the LED will be turn on when the card is inserted.
3.2. Connection Diagrams
Connection diagram of RS-
232 Serial Interface Smart
Card Reader
Connection diagram o
f
USB Interface Smart Card
Reader

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3.3. Un-installation (Example : ACR30U, PCSC, Win2K)
a)
For the un-installation, the user just need to
run the installer again.
After the user run “setup.exe” which is
located in the “AC-Kit driver directory”. This
page will be shown.
Click “Next” button
b)
The installer can detect your existing driver.
Click “Next” button to remove the driver
c)
Re-boot the system to make sure the driver
can be removed successfully.
Click “Next” button to re-boot

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4. Sample Applications (available from www.acs.com.hk)
All the sample applications are developed for ACOS1 MCU card only.
Note: You will need to install the ACS Proprietary drivers for these applications.
4.1 ATM Demo
4.1.1 Program Description
This application demonstrates the use of ACOS card as a combo ID and stored-value card
with a built-in PIN-protected security access layer. The program provides a simulated Online
Bank module and a simulated E-Shop module. In both cases, the smart card can be used to
transact business using ACS smart card readers.
In the banking application, the smart card can be used to transfer money from the simulated
bank module to the card. In addition to this functionality, the money can also be withdrawn
from the value stored on the smart card. In the e-shop application, the smart card can be
used to purchase items from the simulated store module. The total value of purchase shall be
checked against the value stored on the card and the transaction can be consummated if the
value stored on the card is enough to cover for the total value of purchases made.
The application also provides the functionality to format the smart card for the use of the
application. During this stage, the smart card shall store basic information of the cardholder,
and the cardholder’s PIN. The card money value is stored in the special account module
present only in ACOS smart cards. The PIN shall be used as a security access for all
processes that involve the amount of money stored on the smart card.
The program also displays a window that shows the various APDU commands and responses
that occur for the whole duration of program execution.
4.1.2 Platform and driver
Suggested Operating System Driver
Windows 98 SE
Windows ME
Windows 2000 Professional
ACS Proprietary Driver

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4.1.3 Installation
The demonstration program is provided herein as an executable file. The user needs to install
the ACS smart card reader using the ACS Proprietary driver before running the program. The
user is also required to copy the file, Des.dll, into either the System directory or the directory
where the demonstration program resides.
4.1.4 Function Keys and Processes
When the program is run, the user will be prompted into the Main Menu window as shown
below.
The user is required to select the Port to which
the ACS smart card reader is connected. The
Output window on the right half of the screen
will display the APDU command and responses
for the various processes that may be invoked
for the duration of the program execution.
Connect – When the proper port is selected,
enables the rest of the Function buttons
Exit – Terminates the demonstration program
Personalize – Displays the Card Personalization window as shown below (Input boxes with
red label are required data)
Personalize Card – Formats the smart card
and writes the information provided by the user
into the card
Reset Form – Erases contents of all input
boxes in the window