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Reads 134.2 kHz, 128 kHz, and 125 kHz Microchips
ISO Compatible
USER MANUAL
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UNIVERSAL WORLDSCAN™ READER LUS
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1 Description....................................................................................................................................
2 Case and Components...............................................................................................................
3 Operation and Settings................................................................................................................
3.1 Getting Started..............................................................................................................................
3.2 Battery handling instructions........................................................................................................
3.3 Power on / off instructions............................................................................................................
3.4 Reading an implanted microchip..............................................................................................
3.4.1 Scanning and LOCATING AN IMPLANTED MICROCHIP............................................................
3.4.2 Read range performances..........................................................................................................
3.5 Tones...............................................................................................................................................
4 Installing Software........................................................................................................................
4.1 System Requirements....................................................................................................................
4.2 Program Installation.......................................................................................................................
5 Connecting to a PC......................................................................................................................
5.1 Using USB interface........................................................................................................................
5.2 Using wireless Bluetooth® connection.........................................................................................
5.2.1 BLUETOOTH® management..........................................................................................................
5.2.2 Pairing from MM Software.............................................................................................................
5.2.3 Using Bluetooth® interface to pair, from Windows....................................................................
5.2.4 Connect by Bluetooth® when reader is already paired..........................................................
6 Memory.........................................................................................................................................
6.1 Memory management..................................................................................................................
6.2 Download memory........................................................................................................................
6.3 Temperature measurement..........................................................................................................
7 Connecting the reader to an Application on smart phone or Mobile Device.......................
7.1 Pairing with iPhone/iPad® devices .............................................................................................
7.2 Pairing with Android™ devices.....................................................................................................
8 Appendix.......................................................................................................................................
8.1 .NET Framework 3.5 installation....................................................................................................
9 Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................
10 Specications...............................................................................................................................
11 Reader Physical Intergrity...........................................................................................................
12 Limited Product Warranty............................................................................................................
13 Regulatory Information................................................................................................................
14 Regulatory Compliance..............................................................................................................
Table of Contents
SETTING UPTRANSMITTING DATA TO COMPUTERADVANCED OPERATIONS
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1. Description
2. Case and Components
The device can read a wide range of technologies: FDX-B ISO, HDX ISO, FDX-A (FECAVA), Trovan and Avid
Encrypted. UWSR+ can also read and display the Microchip Temperature™ when reading microchips with tem-
perature sensing implants from Destron Fearing™ or Allex®.
In addition to its microchip reading functions, the UWSR+ scanner can store up to 3000 IDs, each associated
with a time/date stamp in its internal memory and transmit them to a personal computer via an USB cable or
wirelessly using Bluetooth®.
Figure 1 – Packing
Figure 2 - Reader features and user interface.
Table 2 - Reader features and description of useTable 1 - Packing list
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Item Features Description of use
Emits activation signal and receives
RFID microchip signal.
Displays information about current
reader status.
Applies power and causes
activation signal to be emitted for
reading microchips
Eyelet to place the lanyard
Protector for electrical interface for
attaching USB cable.
Anti-slip griping surface
Cover to access battery
Screw on battery cover
1 Antenna
2 Large graphical
readout with
backlight
3 “SCAN” button
4 Eyelet
5 USB port cover
6 Handle grip
7 Battery cover
8 Battery cover screw
Item Features Description of use
Use to transport the reader in a
robust case
Quick Start Guide
Helps prevent drops and keeps
hands free.
Power Supply – Powers reader and
charges batteries.
Universal WorldScan™ Reader Plus
1 microchip to demonstrate and
test reading capabilities.
Supplies power to the reader.
Conveys data to and from reader.
1 Plastic case
2 Guide
3 Lanyard
4 Wall adapter
5 Reader
6 Key chain with test
microchip
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Remove retention screw located on center of back of UWSR+.
Place batteries according to polarity indicators. Replace lid and screw.
Remove USB port cover and attach cable in the UWSR+.
Plug the adaptor into power outlet. The battery level icon will ash
while charging and stop ashing when fully charged. A full charge
may take 3 hours.
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3.2 Battery handling instructions
Please read and follow the handling instructions for the batteries before its use. The batteries should
only be charged with the USB cable and wall adapter supplied with the reader. Improper use of
batteries may cause its capacity deterioration or cause heat, re, rupture or damage. For best perfor-
mance of batteries, unit should be charged at least every three months, if reader is unused.
Caution
Use rechargeable batteries with same capacity and do not mix rechargeable and standard batteries.
Do not attempt to charge standard alkaline batteries.
Batteries must be charged indoors only, at temperature between 32º F and 104°F.
Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Warning
Do not use the reader near water when connected to the AC/DC adapter.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that
produce heat.
Do not charge the battery pack from AC main sources during electrical storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
3.3 Power on / off instructions
To turn the UWSR+ on, press and release the “SCAN” button once. During this start up time the reader will dis-
play the screen below, beep once, and then display “READY”.
The UWSR+ can now be tested with the test microchip provided with key chain. While holding down scan but-
ton microchip number should appear on the display.
Note 1: Once activated, the reader will stay on for 2 minutes by default.
1 We recommend Duracell® or Energizer® alkaline batteries
3. Operation and settings
3.1 Getting Started
UWSR+ comes supplied with six AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries which must be fully charged prior to use, as
diagram below (step 1 through 3).
If preferred, six standard non-rechargeable AAA Alkaline1 batteries can also be used and only step 1 should
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3.4 Reading an implanted microchip
3.4.1 Scanning and LOCATING AN IMPLANTED MICROCHIP
When searching for implanted microchips, press and hold scan button while placing reader so it touches the
animal as shown in diagrams below.
For Pets
Keep scanner touching animal and scan slowly following patterns below:
Use the following scanning patterns to locate the microchip. Perform pattern 1 and 2 on Left, Top and Right
sides of animal’s neck and shoulders, as microchip placement might vary per animal.
While pressing the scan button, the reader will display “SEARCHING” until a microchip is found or the scan but-
ton released.
If a microchip is not detected, the reader will display “NO ID FOUND”. In that case, we recommend re-scanning
the test chip to ensure reader is operating properly. The animal, then should be re-scanned, moving slower and
in varying angle according to the patterns described above.
The following picture shows the result of a successful reading session:

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Typical read distances will vary when reading different types of microchips.
3.5 Tones
The scanner has distinct beep tones for different functions: after start up, when scan button is pushed or re-
leased, when microchip is found, or during low battery condition.
4. Installing Software
The UWSR+ is supplied with the Microchip Management Software. MM Software provides the following capabil-
ities:
Change reader settings.
Congure a Bluetooth® connection with a remote device.
Download reader memory and export animal ID’s to Excel.
Use your reader as a virtual keyboard.
Update your reader rmware.
4.1 System requirements
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Service Pack 4, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8,
Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 (This software is not compatible with Mac OS).
Personal computer with:
512 MB of RAM minimum.
40 MB free hard disk space.
MM Software requires .NET Framework 3.5 which is usually installed with Windows operating
system. If it is not installed on your computer, the installation program will prompt you to install it (Refer
to Appendix to see how to install .NET framework).
3.4.2 Read range performances
The gure below (Figure. 3) illustrates the reading zone of the reader, within which microchips can be success-
fully read. Optimum read distance occurs depending upon the orientation of the microchip. Microchips are
best detected when positioned as shown below.
Figure 3 - Optimum Read Distance Microchip Orientation (position 1, 2, 3 and 4)

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Follow the steps below to complete the installation process:
1. Double-click on the setup package to start the installation and choose the appropriate language.
4.2 Program installation
The Microchip Management Software (MM Software) is available for download at
http://microchip.homeagain.com/ :
Click on SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD,
then Save, followed by Run.

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2. Then, follow the steps according to screens below:

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The USB drivers will then be installed. Then, check “Always trust software…” and click on Install button. Click on
Finish at the end of the process to close the installation.
5. Connecting to a PC
5.1 Using USB interface
Open the MM Software and connect the reader to a PC with the USB
cable by removing the USB port cover and attaching the cable to the
UWSR+ connector (after use, replace protective cap to guard the
reader against foreign material contamination once the USB cable is
removed). Install the USB cable by attaching it to UWSR+.
Plug the other extremity of the USB cable into a USB port on your com-
puter. When reader is connected, Windows will automatically nd the
driver and install the reader properly.
A message is displayed on screen, which ensures a valid connection
with the PC.
Note 2: Once the USB cable is connected, the reader is automatically powered on and it will remain ac-
tivated until the cable is disconnected. The reader will be able to read a microchip if sufciently charged
batteries are inserted. With depleted batteries, the reader will not be able to read a microchip, but will
remain on with other functions fully active.
Note 3: If a microchip was detected and the reader is connected via its USB interface or its Bluetooth®
interface to a host computer, it will send the microchip number to the host computer.
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Blinking Fixed
The UWSR+ is equipped with a Class 22 Bluetooth® module to communicate. This device is compliant with the
Bluetooth® Serial Port Prole (SPP).
Enable the Bluetooth® feature by using the “Microchip Management Software”
Bluetooth® works on a premise that one end of the communication will be paired to the other one. A host ini-
tiates communications and looks for other devices to connect. Smart phones and computers usually establish
the connection with readers which are connectable and discoverable.
Note 4: Understanding the Bluetooth® icon:
Note 5: A single beep is emitted with a visual message when the Bluetooth® connection is established. Three
beeps are emitted with a visual message when the disconnection occurs.
Note 6: If you are using a Smartphone or a PDA, an application is required (not supplied).
MM Software is able to search for Bluetooth devices in the vicinity and pair to one of them. The target here is to
nd your reader and to connect it to your computer by Bluetooth.
NOTE: Before continuing, make sure the Bluetooth is enabled on your reader.
1. Click on “Connect” menu and select “Connect Bluetooth Reader…”
2. Power-on your reader and click on “Search for devices”:
Disabled Connectable mode Host mode
No icon Blinking Fixed
Not connected Connected Not connected Connected
2 Operating distance of communication is around 15 m (49 ft).
5.2.2 Pairing from MM Software
5.2 Using wireless Bluetooth® connection
5.2.1 BLUETOOTH® management