COMPANION V6450 User manual

Driver’s License Optical Scanner
Packing List
Thank you for purchasing COMPanion’s Driver’s License Optical Scanner. This package should contain the
following items. If any are missing or damaged, please call COMPanion at 1-800-347-6439 or
1-801-943-7277. For Customer Support, call 1-800-347-4942.
This packing list is used for the Indicated product(s):
❑Driver’s License Optical Scanner—V6450
Your package should contain the following:
❑ScanShell Driver’s License Scanner
❑Soft Protective Case
❑USB Cable
❑Fabric Cleaning Card
❑2 Calibration Cards
❑2 Clear Card Sleeves
❑Driver’s License Scanner Software CD
❑Scanner Installation Guide
❑COMPanion Exchange and Warranty Repair Policy
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Driver’s License Optical Scanner
Installation Guide
Copyright ©2013 Evelyn Manufacturing, All Rights Reserved.
Distributed under license by COMPanion Corporation. Under the copyright laws, this document may not be copied, in whole or in part without
written consent of Evelyn Manufacturing. The same proprietary and copyright notices must be a"xed to any permitted copies as were a"xed to
the original. KeepnTrack™, and the associated logo and icons are registered trademarks of Evelyn Manufacturing. Other trade names are the
property of their respective corporations. Printed in the United States of America.
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NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE INTERNET EXPLORER 8 OR GREATER INSTALLED TO USE THE DRVERS
LICENSE SCANNER WITH KEEPNTRACK. THIS SCANNER IS ONLY SUPPORTED ON INTERNET
EXPLORER.
Setting up the scanner
When unpacking, verify that you have received the scanner, manual, installation CD, calibration card,
cleaning fabric, and a USB cable. If any components are missing, contact COMPanion Customer Support at
1-800-320-5830 or [e-mail]
Summary of Installation Steps
In order to use your scanner with KeepnTrack, you must first properly install the hardware and device drivers
before configuring the scanner software:
1. Install the scanner on your computer by installing the required software and then plug in the scanner to
set up the hardware.
NOTE: DO NOT PLUG THE SCANNER INTO THE COMPUTER UNLESS PROMPTED BY THE SOFTWARE
OR THE INSTALLATION PROCESS IS COMPLETE.
2. Configure the KeepnTrack Administration Settings to use a scanner.
3. Calibrate the scanner.
4. Finally, configure the KeepnTrack Kiosk to use your scanner. This step may require changing some of the
default settings in your browser. For more information see the Browser Settings section toward the end of
this guide. These steps will be covered comprehensively below.
System Requirements
Windows
Minimum
Windows XP SP2
(32-bit)
1 GB Free Hard Drive Space, 1 GB RAM, USB 1.1 connection
Internet Explorer 8
Recommended
Windows 7 or Windows 8
(32 or 64 bit)
20 GB+ Free Hard Drive Space, 2 GB+ RAM, USB 2.0
connection
Internet Explorer 10
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Before using your scanner to you must install the scanner software. The software can be found on the
installation CD provided. Locate and Run the file named sdk_setup.exe to launch the installer (Image 1 &
Image 2).
NOTE: THE SOFTWARE COMPONENTS MAY ALSO BE DOWNLOADED FROM:
http://www.keepntrack.com/support_downloads.html
Image 1
Image 2
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After reviewing the CSSN SDK License Agreement, click I Agree to accept the terms and continue with the
installation process (Image 3).
Image 3
Next, select a destination directory on your computer where you wish to install the Driver’s License Scanner
files. COMPanion Corporation recommends installing to the default directory. Once you have selected the
installation directory, click Next to continue (Image 4).
Image 4
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You will need to select the components you wish to install. The Driver’s License scanner requires the
following components for use with KeepnTrack:
1. Driver License, ID & Passports.
2. Live Update SDK.
Select these components by placing a check mark in the box provided and then click Next to continue
(Image 5).
Image 5
In the next step specify Express Install and click Next to continue (Image 6).
Image 6
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Choose the software to install that matches the type of scanner you have purchased. For this guide we will
be selecting the ScanShell 800DX driver. After choosing your scanner model click Next to continue (Image
7).
Image 7
NOTE: THE THREE SCANNER MODELS CURRENTLY SUPPORTED ARE: SCANSHELL 800R, SCANSHELL
800DX, AND SNAPSHELL CAMERA.
Click Next to begin the installation (Image 8 & Image 9).
NOTE: KEEPNTRACK DOES NOT CURRENTLY SUPPORT THE RF READER, ENSURE THIS OPTION IS NOT
SELECTED.
Image 8
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Image 9
When the installation is complete, select Finish (Image 10).
Image 10
Hardware Set-Up
Once you have successfully installed the software you you will need to connect your hardware and configure
it for use. Begin by connecting the small “D”-shaped end of the USB cable to the ScanShell 800DX and then
connect the USB cable from your scanner to the computer. The scanner is now installed and ready for use.
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NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT THE SCANNER TO A USB KEYBOARD OR OTHER HUB AS THE POWER
SUPPLIED BY THESE DEVICES IS INSUFFICIENT.
KeepnTrack Configuration
You will need to enable the ID Scanner for all operators that will be using the ID Scanner. First, log into
KeepnTrack Administration. Under the Manage tab select the Operators sub-tab and perform a find for one
of the operators that will be using the scanner. Select that user from the results list on the left. Unlock the
record and select the Permissions sub-tab. Expand the Devices area.
KeepnTrack has several settings available which allow you to customize how the ID scanner performs at your
facility. These controls can be modified independently for each operator as desired (Image 11).
1. ID Scanner is Enabled: This control allows you to hide the SCAN ID button on the Kiosk.
2. Show Scanner State Menu in Kiosk: This control allows you to enable the state issuing ID control at a
kiosk.
3. Default ID Scanner State: This control allows you to select which state is set by default when scanning
ID’s. Auto Detect is the default setting.
4. Enable ID Scanner Maintenance: This control will display maintenance options to calibrate or clean the
Scanshell 800R and Scanshell 800DX.
Ensure the option titled Enable ID Scanner is selected at this time (Image 11).
Image 11
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Once scanner maintenance has been enabled select the option to Calibrate ID Scanner. You will be
prompted first to insert the calibration card into your scanner. Do so at this time, noting the alignment
directions on the back of the card. Click OK to begin the calibration process (Image 12). Once calibration
has finished, click OK.
Image 12
NOTE: FROM TIME TO TIME THE SCANSHELL 800DX MAY REQUIRE MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.
USE THESE CONTROLS WHENEVER NECESSARY TO CALIBRATE OR CLEAN THE SCANNER.
Once your scanner has been calibrated you may log into the KeepnTrack Kiosk to perform Sign In using a
valid Drivers License. After selecting Sign In, verify the scanner is ready as indicated by a green colored light
on the front of the scanner. Place an ID in the scanner opening, squarely aligned to the right, and click the
SCAN ID button (Image 13).
Image 13
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