Elatec TCP3 3.0.3.1 User manual

TCP3
Authentication / Release Station
USER MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY...................................................................................................................................................3
1.2.1 COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................3
1.2.2 SOFTWARE .........................................................................................................................................................3
1.3 ELATEC SUPPORT........................................................................................................................................................3
1.4 REVISION HISTORY......................................................................................................................................................3
2INTENDED USE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
3SAFETY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
4TECHNICAL DATA .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
5MODE OF OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.1 TYPICAL APPLICATION ................................................................................................................................................8
5.2 POWER UP ....................................................................................................................................................................8
6CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.1 REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................................................................................9
6.2 TCP3 CONFIG................................................................................................................................................................9
6.3 CONFIGURATION VIA WEB PAGE...............................................................................................................................9
6.4 REFRESH THE FIRMWARE ON TCP3 .......................................................................................................................10
6.5 FIRMWARE HISTORY .................................................................................................................................................10
7COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 11
7.1 EU.................................................................................................................................................................................11
7.2 FCC...............................................................................................................................................................................11
7.3 IC ..................................................................................................................................................................................11
7.4 UNITED KINGDOM ......................................................................................................................................................12
APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
A – TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS.........................................................................................................................................13
B – RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION ........................................................................................................................................13

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This user manual is intended for the user and enables a safe and appropriate handling of the product. It gives a general overview, as
well as important technical data and safety information about the product. Before using the product, the user should read and
understand the content of this user manual.
For the sake of better understanding and readability, this user manual might contain exemplary pictures, drawings and other
illustrations. Depending on your product configuration, these pictures might differ from the actual design of your product.
The original version of this user manual has been written in English. Wherever the user manual is available in another language, it is
considered as a translation of the original document for information purposes only. In case of discrepancy, the original version in
English will prevail.
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY
1.2.1 COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES
Depending on your product configuration, the product is delivered with different components and accessories, such as cables, as part
of a kit. For more information about the delivered components and accessories, refer to your delivery note, consult the ELATEC website
or contact ELATEC.
1.2.2 SOFTWARE
The product is delivered ex-works with a specific software version (firmware). Refer to the label attached to the product to find the
software version installed ex-works.
1.3 ELATEC SUPPORT
In case of any technical questions, refer to the ELATEC website (www.elatec.com) or contact ELATEC technical support at
support-[email protected]
In case of questions regarding your product order, contact your Sales representative or ELATEC customer service at
info-[email protected]
1.4 REVISION HISTORY
VERSION
CHANGE DESCRIPTION
EDITION
03
Editorial changes (layout change), new chapters “Introduction”, “Intended Use” and “Safety
Information” added, chapters “Technical Data” and “Compliance Statements” updated, new
chapter “Appendix” added
03/2022
02
Chapter “Compliance Statements” updated
09/2020
01
First edition
09/2020

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2INTENDED USE
The primary use of a TCP3 converter is to provide an on-ramp for USB data to reach a network server which implements authentication
and optionally a Pull Printing feature. TCP3 can be configured as a two-port network router that is designed to be connected between
a network printer and a print server. TCP3 is equipped with two USB 3.0 ports. A card reader or keypad can be connected to either or
both of these two ports and can be used to send data to the authentication server. This is typically used to enable card-based
authentication and to release print jobs from the print server to the attached network printer. TCP3 can also be used in an industrial
setting to enable card-based authentication for industrial robots or other manufacturing equipment.
The product is for indoor use and may not be used outdoor.
Any use other than the intended use described in this section, as well as any failure to comply with the safety information given in this
document, is considered improper use. ELATEC excludes any liability in case of improper use or faulty product installation.

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3SAFETY INFORMATION
Unpacking and installation
•The product contains sensitive electronic components that require particular attention when unpacking and handling the product.
Unpack the product carefully and do not touch any sensitive components on the product.
In case the product is equipped with a cable, do not twist or pull the cable.
•The product is an electronic product whose installation requires specific skills and expertise.
The installation of the product should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only.
Do not install the product by yourself.
Handling
•The product is equipped with light-emitting diodes (LED).
Avoid direct eye contact with the blinking or steady light of the light-emitting diodes.
•The product has been designed for a use under specific conditions (refer to the product data sheet).
Any use of the product under different conditions might damage the product or alter its performance.
•The user is liable for the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold or recommended by ELATEC.
ELATEC excludes any liability for damages or injuries resulting from the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold
or recommended by ELATEC.
Maintenance and cleaning
•Any repair or maintenance work should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only.
Do not try to repair or carry out any maintenance work on the product by yourself.
Do not allow any repair or maintenance work on the product by an unqualified or unauthorized third party.
•The product does not need any special cleaning. However, the housing may be carefully cleaned up with a soft, dry cloth and a
non-aggressive or non-halogenated cleaning agent on the outer surface only.
Make sure that the used cloth and cleaning agent do not damage the product or its components (e.g. label(s)).
Disposal
•The product must be disposed of in accordance with the EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) or any
applicable local regulations.
Product modifications
•The product has been designed, manufactured and certified as defined by ELATEC.
Any product modification without prior written approval from ELATEC is prohibited and considered improper use of the
product. Unauthorized product modifications may also result in the loss of product certifications.
If you are unsure about any part of the safety information above, contact ELATEC support.
Any failure to comply with the safety information given in this document is considered improper use. ELATEC excludes any liability in
case of improper use or faulty product installation.

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4TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply
External power supply 5 V or internal Power over Ethernet
Current consumption
Max. 3 A depending on external load
Hardware
The following LEDs and connectors are located on the TCP3 converter:
“POWER” LED
“Ready” LED
“Busy” LED
“Status” LED
Foreign Device Interface
Ethernet port 1
Ethernet port 2
DC power supply

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USB port 1
USB port 2
Input button. This button can be used to activate additional functions. When the input button is held, the Busy LED
will blink at a rate of once per second. Hold the button and release it after a particular number of blinks to activate
the associated function:
•3 blinks will print a TCP3 configuration page to the attached printer.
•8 blinks will reset the TCP3 configuration to factory defaults and will force a reboot. Note that this will not reset
the password. That can only be done by reloading the firmware.
USB ports
Users can connect a USB card reader to either of the 2 USB ports on TCP3. Up to two readers can be connected simultaneously.
Currently USB Human Interface Device also known as keyboard mode is supported.
TCP3 can provide up to 1.5 A current shared between the two USB ports. This means if the peripheral connected to one port is drawing
1.0 A, the second peripheral can draw up to 0.5 A before both ports will be turned off by the over current protection circuit. Removing
the second USB peripheral will enable the port to self-reset.
Note that only tested and approved USB devices will be allowed to operate on TCP3. This will enable ELATEC to provide support for
only those devices for which our support team has been trained. Following is the current list of tested and approved devices:
MANUFACTURER
DEVICE
USB VID
USB PID
ELATEC
TWN3 RFID Reader
0x09D8
0x0310
ELATEC
TWN4 RFID Reader
0x09D8
0x0410
ELATEC
TWN4 SafeCom Reader
0x09D8
0x0206
ID Tech
MiniMag II™ MagStripe reader
0x0ACD
0x0001
ID Tech
Barcode Reader
0x0ACD
0x2420
MagTek
Dynamag Reader
0x0801
0x0520
MagTek
MagStripe Reader
0x0801
0x0001
Honeywell
Model 3800 Barcode Reader
0x0536
0x02E1
Honeywell
Model 3800 Barcode Reader
0x0C2E
0x0B01
Honeywell
Model 1250G Barcode Reader
0x0C2E
0x0B41
Symcode
Barcode reader
0x0483
0x0011
Motorola
Model DS9208 2D Barcode Reader
0x05E0
0x1200
Perixx
Peripad-201 Plus PIN pad
0x2A7F
0x5740
Perixx
Peripad-201 PIN pad
0x1C4F
0x0043
Perixx
Peripad-202 PIN pad
0x04D9
0xA02A
HCT
Numeric PIN Pad
0x1C4F
0x0002
Valley Enterprises
USB to RS232 converter
0x0403
0x6001
Manhattan
28 port USB hub
0x2109
0x2811
NT-Ware
TWN4 for NT-Ware
0x171B
0x2001
Lenovo
KU-9880 USB numeric Pin Pad
0x04F2
0x3009
Targus
AKP10-A USB numeric Pin Pad
0x05A4
0x9840
Targus
AKP10-A USB numeric Pin Pad
0x05A4
0x9846
Table 1 - supported USB devices
Ethernet ports
There are also two Ethernet ports on TCP3: the Host port is used to connect TCP3 to the local network and the Printer port is used to
connect a printer to TCP3.

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5MODE OF OPERATION
5.1 TYPICAL APPLICATION
A typical application is to extend the feature set of a network device (i.e. a network printer), by enabling connection of a local peripheral
device such as a card reader or keypad.
5.2 POWER UP
TCP3 is offered with either a 5-volt wall power supply or Power over Ethernet (PoE). As TCP3 powers up, its operating status can be
determined through the LED panel located on the face of the unit. The converter typically takes 45 seconds to boot up. This time will
be extended by up to two additional minutes if there is no host network connection as the converter continually attempts to connect.
The operation mode of the device can be determined based on a combination of LED signals. Here are a few of the possible states.
•“Power” LED displays Green when power supply is connected and orange if there is a power fault.
•“Ready” LED displays Green in normal operation and can turn off during certain conditions (refer to the Technical Manual).
•“Busy” LED displays Red when the device is initializing. It will blink during a software upgrade or when the input button is pressed.
It is off at other times.
•“Status” LED displays Green when all conditions are normal. It will display red if there is a loss of the host network and orange if it
is not able to communicate with the printer.

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6CONFIGURATION
6.1 REQUIREMENTS
1. Download the TCP3 AdminPack from the ELATEC website (under Support/Software Downloads). It contains the TCP3
firmware, the TCP3 Technical Manual, the installer for the TC3 Configuration application and several sample subnet search
files.
2. Unzip the AdminPack, then run the TCP3 Config installer by double clicking on TCP3Config.msi. This will install the TCP3
Config tool on the PC.
3. Devices must be on the same subnet as the PC operating the TCP3 Config discovery tool. Devices on a different subnet can
be discovered with additional steps addressed in the Technical Manual.
6.2 TCP3 CONFIG
TCP3 Config is a tool that can be used to discover all of the TCP3 devices connected to the network. It can also read the configuration
of the selected converter, enable editing of that configuration and can send that updated configuration back to the same converter to
multiple converters.
6.3 CONFIGURATION VIA WEB PAGE
Alternatively, TCP3 can also be configured over the network via its web browser interface when you select “Open the Homepage of
the selected TCP3” in the TCP3 Config screen.
Once a TCP3 has been selected from the list, clicking on “Open the Homepage of the TCP3” or typing the <ip of a TCP3>:81 in the
web browser will launch the homepage of the TCP3. If prompted, enter the user name and password. The default user name is “admin”
(lower-case, without quotation marks). The default password is the last 8 numbers in the Host MAC address which is printed on the
back of TCP3. For example if the Host MAC address is 20:1D:03:01:7E:1C, enter 03017E1C as the password. Note that the password
is case sensitive and must be entered as upper case.
Once the password has been entered, a user may change the factory password to something easier to remember. There are currently
no constraints on minimum password length or password complexity.
Once the user finishes configuring TCP3, they need to select “Reboot”, which is visible from any web page.
When the Homepage opens, one can navigate to the set-up pages for Network, USB, Password, System or Status. Context sensitive
Help is also available for each screen.

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6.4 REFRESH THE FIRMWARE ON TCP3
As a customer of ELATEC, each user can receive a link for the TCP3 AdminPack. The compressed AdminPack for TCP3 contains the
following files:
•Technical Manual
•Zipped Firmware Image
•TCP3 Config Tool
•Sample JSON Configuration file
•Factory Default JSON Configuration file
•Sample sub-network search files
TCP3 is equipped with the ability to upgrade its firmware using 3 different methods:
1. Remotely using the TCP3 Config tool
2. Remotely from the TCP3 System web page
3. Locally via a USB flash drive
Please refer to the Technical Manual for more information about the firmware upgrade.
6.5 FIRMWARE HISTORY
You will find a detailed history of the TCP3 firmware in the TCP3 Technical Manual (refer to Chapter 10 “History of Changes”).