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REA MLV-2D
Verifier for matrix codes
and barcodes
Operating Manual

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Table of contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................................ 5
2 Scope of delivery ......................................................................................... 6
2.1 Basic configuration ................................................................................. 6
2.2 Optional accessories ............................................................................... 6
2.3 Software options .................................................................................... 7
3 REA M V-2D models ..................................................................................... 7
4 Commissioning ............................................................................................ 8
4.1 Operation and transportation ................................................................... 8
4.2 Setup ................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Temperature changes ............................................................................. 8
4.4 Power supply ......................................................................................... 8
4.5 System requirements.............................................................................. 9
4.6 Connecting up ..................................................................................... 10
4.6.1 Dedicated Ethernet port .................................................................. 11
4.6.2 Network mode ................................................................................ 11
4.6.3 Switch-based PoE ........................................................................... 11
4.6.4 MAC addresses ............................................................................... 12
4.6.5 Firewall and network type ................................................................ 12
4.6.6 Firewall and network ports ............................................................... 12
4.6.7 Gateway mode ............................................................................... 12
4.6.8 Fixed IP addresses .......................................................................... 13
4.6.9 DHCP ............................................................................................ 13
4.6.10 Zero-configuration networking ....................................................... 13
4.6.11 Network settings at the terminal .................................................... 14
4.7 Software ............................................................................................. 15
4.7.1 Software installation ....................................................................... 15
4.7.2 Software and device options ............................................................ 16
4.7.3 REA Article Database ....................................................................... 22
4.8 Fitting and replacing the optics module ................................................... 22
4.9 Replacing the base plates ...................................................................... 23
4.10 Removing the coaxial lighting ............................................................. 24
5 Correct handling ........................................................................................ 25
5.1 General ............................................................................................... 25
5.2 Checklist for measuring ......................................................................... 26
6 Operation ................................................................................................. 28
6.1 Starting the application ......................................................................... 28
6.2 On-device operation ............................................................................. 32
6.2.1 Keyboard ....................................................................................... 32
6.2.2 Menu structure for device operation .................................................. 34
6.2.2.1 Start display / Switch ON ........................................................... 34
6.2.2.2 Switching OFF /ON key menu ..................................................... 35
6.2.2.3 Settings for the <Setup> key ..................................................... 36
6.2.2.4 Setup menu details ................................................................... 37
7 Taking measurements ................................................................................ 39
7.1 Code position and measurement results .................................................. 39
7.2 Multiple measurements ......................................................................... 40
7.3 Device positioning ................................................................................ 41

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7.3.1 Camera pointing down .................................................................... 41
7.3.2 Camera pointing up ........................................................................ 42
7.3.3 Camera pointing sideways ............................................................... 42
7.3.4 Verifying 3D parts ........................................................................... 43
7.4 ive image .......................................................................................... 43
7.5 Performing measurements with the Windows software .............................. 43
7.6 Automated ROI .................................................................................... 45
7.7 Image acquisition ................................................................................. 45
7.8 Opening an image file ........................................................................... 45
7.9 Saving image files ................................................................................ 46
7.10 Static reflectance measurement .......................................................... 46
7.11 Configuring measurement image size ................................................... 47
7.12 Rotating the image ............................................................................ 47
7.13 Terminal-based measurements ........................................................... 48
7.13.1 Changing the height of the 1D measurement area ........................... 49
7.13.2 Changing the size of the 2D measurement area ............................... 49
7.14 DPM measurements ........................................................................... 50
8 Displaying the evaluation ............................................................................ 50
8.1 Verification reports ............................................................................... 50
8.2 Verification report details ...................................................................... 51
9 Measurement results: details ...................................................................... 53
9.1 2D evaluation result: code analysis decoding ........................................... 53
9.2 Image of the measured code ................................................................. 55
9.3 Detailed analysis .................................................................................. 56
9.4 Scaling the image display ...................................................................... 56
9.5 Print gain / growth ............................................................................... 57
9.6 Histogram ........................................................................................... 57
9.7 Details summary .................................................................................. 58
9.8 Symbol attributes ................................................................................. 59
9.9 Error list ............................................................................................. 60
9.10 Verification report .............................................................................. 60
9.10.1 Onscreen verification report .......................................................... 63
9.10.2 Quick display with ED "traffic lights" ............................................. 63
9.10.3 Audible signalling using beeps ....................................................... 63
9.10.4 Onscreen display of verification results on the M V-2D ..................... 63
9.10.4.1 Results screens ........................................................................ 63
9.10.4.2 Symbol attributes ..................................................................... 64
9.10.4.3 Error list .................................................................................. 65
9.10.4.4 Administration ......................................................................... 65
9.10.4.5 Data structure ......................................................................... 66
10 Configuring the evaluation and symbologies ............................................... 67
10.1 Evaluation ........................................................................................ 67
10.2 Symbology selection .......................................................................... 68
10.3 Profile management ........................................................................... 69
10.4 Identifying verification reports ............................................................ 70
10.5 User comments ................................................................................. 70
10.6 ighting and measurement aperture .................................................... 71
10.7 Device data ...................................................................................... 72
10.8 User management ............................................................................. 73
10.8.1 Simple username ......................................................................... 73
10.8.2 Simple password.......................................................................... 73
10.8.3 Setting up user management ........................................................ 73
10.8.4 User management during operation ............................................... 77

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10.8.5 TransWin32 configuration with password ........................................ 78
10.8.6 User and password management on the terminal ............................. 79
11 Adjustment and calibration of the REA M V-2D ........................................... 79
11.1 evel correction ................................................................................. 81
11.2 Reflectance adjustment ...................................................................... 82
11.3 Scaling adjustment ............................................................................ 84
12 Calibration of the REA M V-2D .................................................................. 85
12.1 Permissible device tolerances .............................................................. 87
12.2 Calibration for white and red light ........................................................ 88
13 Synthetic aperture/measurement aperture ................................................. 88
14 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 89
15 Intellectual property statement ................................................................. 91
16 Software update ..................................................................................... 91
17 Protected trademarks .............................................................................. 92
18 Certificate of conformity for REA M V-2D ................................................... 93
19 Certificate of conformity for REA calibration cards ....................................... 94
20 CE Declaration of Conformity for REA M V-2D ............................................ 95
21 Technical data ........................................................................................ 96
22 Warranty conditions ................................................................................ 98

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1 Introduction
The REA M V-2D is an instrument for verifying the quality of printed matrix codes and
1D codes. It is a stationary piece of equipment that must be connected to a PC over
an Ethernet network. The PC runs the supplied analysis software and device drivers,
and is used to display the verification reports.
In contrast to barcode and matrix code scanners, the REA M V-2D is a measuring
instrument that works on optical principles. All measuring instruments must be
adjusted and calibrated regularly (test equipment monitoring). These adjustments and
test equipment monitoring can be performed by the operator.
A verification result may point to quality defects. In practice, these quality defects
may range from barely noticeable to a total failure in terms of legibility – depending
on the application and the extent of the defects. The course of action chosen as a
response to quality defects is highly dependent on the corresponding application
conditions and the code readers used.
Scanners are typically unsuited to quality control work. Their task is to capture codes
as efficiently as possible. Any attempt to use a scanner to perform quality control
work merely provides information about the ability of the scanner used to read bad
codes.
If various types of scanner are used, the decoding results may show differences. For
quality control work involving printed codes, the focus is on the code's quality
properties and not the ability of the scanner to compensate for defects in code
representation.
ISO/IEC 15415 and ISO/IEC 15416 are applied to grade the verification results. The
grading is tabulated below:
I O/IEC grade
AN I grade
With multiple
measurement
Meaning
4
A
3.5
–
4.0
Very good
3
B
2.5
–
3.49
Good
2
C
1.5
–
2.49
Sati
sfactory
1
D
0.5
–
1.49
Acceptable
0
F
Below 0.5
Fail/error

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2 cope of delivery
In its basic configuration, the REA M V-2D is supplied in cardboard packaging and
appropriate foam padding with the following parts:
2.1 Basic configuration
1 REA M V-2D verifier, with control panel and matching base plate
1 replaceable optics module, as specified by the delivery note (built into the device)
1 PoE power adapter (100–240 V, 15 W) (06113000)
1 power cable for the plug standard ordered (Euro, UK, US)
2 network cables, highly flexible, RJ45 CAT5 (08316605)
1 printed operating manual (this document)
1 CD with software and documentation (08316300)
1 calibration card, serialised, in a protective envelope (08300907)
1 test report for the calibration card's reference code, created with the M V-2D
supplied so as to document the state on delivery
1 reference code test report created with a reference verifier (required for test
equipment monitoring)
1 white level correction card (new, protected by a blue film) in a protective envelope
(07601402) (can be cleaned with 3M Novec 71IPA)
2.2 Optional accessories
The scope of delivery includes optional parts only if ordered at the same time and
listed separately on the delivery note. icence keys are not required. Where devices
are already in service, optional functions may be activated retroactively by using
licence keys.
Camera modules
There are four camera modules. One of the four camera modules must be selected
and specified when ordering
030.025.110 Camera module for matrix codes >= 0.15 mm
(focal length 35 mm, field of view 39 x 31 mm)
030.025.120 Camera module for matrix codes >= 0.22 mm
(focal length 25 mm, field of view 56 x 41 mm)
030.025.130 Camera module for matrix codes >= 0.08 mm
(focal length 50 mm, field of view 18 x 14 mm)
030.025.140 Camera module for matrix codes >= 0.36 mm
(focal length 16 mm, field of view 92 x 52 mm)
Delivery in a case instead of cardboard packaging
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Optional test cards for extended test equipment monitoring
08300912 Calibrated test card with EAN/UPC codes
08300911 Calibrated test card GS1 Data Matrix codes
Measurement desk: one desk as a support table for parts/cans that can neither be laid
or stood on the REA M V-2D for verification work (part number: 030.025.107)
90° coaxial lighting: vertical lighting is provided for reflective materials, dot-peened
codes or codes in a groove (part no. 94031603)
2.3 oftware options
030.207.101
Optional symbologies (internal)
08300
920
Scan ink: verification of structured code content
(installed separately)
030.207.170
Article Database 32 (installed separately)
030.035.180
Code analysis (internal software option): software add
-
on
for customer-specific analysis of data structures
by using a definition table
M V
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standard
DPM ISO/IEC TR 29158 (AIM DPM Guideline 2006)
(internal software option): quality evaluation for
direct part marking, restricted to
45° lighting
Where re-orders of internal software options are placed, delivery consists of an
activation code, which must be entered in TranWin32.
The scope of delivery for re-ordered software options consists of a data medium, a
handbook and an activation code.
3 REA MLV-2D models
All REA M V-2D models share the same basic design. Any changes to this design
result from the various camera modules and the various base plate configurations.
The REA M V-2D devices supplied with 90° coaxial lighting include an additional power
adapter and the built-in coaxial lighting in the scope of delivery. The coaxial lighting
can be removed, to also enable the REA M V-2D to be used with the normal standard
45° and 10° lighting. 90° coaxial lightning must be ordered for a new device and
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4 Commissioning
This chapter describes the installation and preparation work to be performed before
using the REA M V-2D.
4.1 Operation and transportation
Humidity, cold and heat as well as mechanical shocks and falls can cause damage –
possibly irreparable – to the measuring chamber cover and other mechanical or
electronic parts. If the device has been damaged in this way and continues to provide
measurement results, there is a serious risk of these results being incorrect or
deviating too far from the correct values.
Following transportation, please consult sections 4.2and 4.3.
The REA M V-2D is delivered in a case or in a cardboard box with appropriate foam
padding. This packaging should be retained for possible later transportation. If the
REA M V-2D is shipped without the original packaging, it should be packaged with
enough padding to ensure that the device cannot move about in the shipping box.
4.2 etup
The REA M V-2D should be set up on a flat-topped table. Measurements shall not be
affected by ambient light sources. Accordingly, diffuse lighting is required to illuminate
the workplace. Direct light from sunlight or spotlights is forbidden. The film on the
display serves to protect the surface and can be removed. The REA M V-2D is
powered by an external power supply. The power supply is connected as described in
section 4.6.
The REA M V-2D has been designed for normal office, lab and manufacturing
environments. Operation in environments requiring explosion protection (e.g.) or
similar is unsupported and the operator takes sole responsibility for such use.
4.3 Temperature changes
If the REA M V-2D is subjected to temperature changes (e.g. when it is set up in
heated rooms after transportation in winter), its optical parts may fog up. In such
cases, about 15 minutes waiting time is required to warm up before using the REA
M V-2D.
4.4 Power supply
Power is supplied to the M V-2D device via its network cable. This type of power
supply is called Power over Ethernet (PoE). The power adapter provided only supplies
electrical power to a connected device if this device is also designed to operate by
using this kind of supply voltage. Nevertheless it is recommended never to connect
non-PoE-enabled network devices to the power adapters OUT port. A second cable or
additional, separate power adapter is not required. Apart from their improved
flexibility, the network cables supplied are standard off-the-shelf parts
(CaT 5e or better)
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4.5 ystem requirements
To supply power to the device, a mains connection rated at 100–240 V AC and 50–60
Hz is required.
The Windows application TransWin32 requires a standard off-the-shelf computer
running the Microsoft Windows OS:
- At least Windows 7 (32-bit) or later. Note: 32-bit installs are unusual with
Windows 7 and Windows 8. It is therefore strongly recommended to use only
the 64-bit Windows versions.
- Microsoft .NET Framework Version 4 or later (if possible, the current Version
4.5.2 or later)
- One or (optionally) two Ethernet network interfaces
(2 Ethernet network interfaces are recommended – at least 1 Gbit/s, auto-
detect between normal and crossover)
- RAM: Ensure the minimum requirements of the operating system used have
been met. Typically, you should aim for 4 GB or more.
- Hard disk: Ensure the minimum requirements of the operating system used
have been met.
- CPU: Ensure the minimum requirements of the operating system used have
been met (a slow CPU increases the wait time).
- Mouse (with mouse wheel)/keyboard (supplementary touchscreen as required)
- Monitor/graphics – non-glare screen, min. 48 cm (19"), resolution of at least
1280 x 1024 pixels, colour
- Optional: PDF program for creating verification reports as PDF files (as a virtual
printer)
- PDF display program
- Firewall: the firewall must allow network traffic to/from the REA M V-2D.
The REA software TransWin32 is a single-user application. The licence is linked to the
REA verifier and not to the PC installation. The software does not need a dongle and
multiple copies can be installed if required.
Running the software on a server is untested and is not guaranteed to work. As long
as the server offers the REA program TransWin32 an environment that responds to
the program as a single-user workstation would, server installs should work properly
(virtual environment, sandbox, etc.).
Installation on Windows XP will not work as the software contains program
components that require functionality offered only by later versions of the operating
system.
While the minimum computer requirements are adequate, we recommend
using the configuration that the operating system used also specifies as its
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4.6 Connecting up
The REA M V-2D is supplied with two identical network cables.
Figure: Network cables
The REA M V-2D is connected to the PoE power adapter using one of the two Ethernet
cables. The socket labelled "P+D/OUT" on the power adapter is used to connect it to
the device. The device will not be powered if connected to the other "Data/In" socket.
The second network cable is used to connect the PoE power adapter's "Data/In"
socket to the computer (directly or indirectly).
The left-hand picture illustrates the connection of the
Data/In socket to the network system (represented here
by the Ethernet switch).
For connecting to mains power, the power adapter has a
socket for an IEC cord plug. This mains cable is supplied
to meet the national standard.
The socket type is C14 (IEC 60320). The plug type is
C13.
Figure: Socket, IEC cord plug
Supplying power via PoE is characterised by the power adapter first checking whether
or not a connected device is designed for use with a PoE power supply. While this is
being checked, the device cannot yet be turned on. With the REA M V-2D, this delay
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CAUTION: REA offers a fully-featured range of code verifier devices. For all of
these devices, power is supplied by PoE power adapters. The REA MLV-2D
requires the 15 W POI-2002 adapter. The other devices use the 30 W POI-
3000 adapter (or POI-3002/POI-3004 adapters). If these power adapters
become mixed-up, then the PoE power supply may stop working in some
cases. Accordingly, power adapters shall not be mixed up.
The following list offers a brief summary of typical connection options:
• The PC and M V-2D are each connected to a separate network access port in
the room (DHCP mode)
• The PC and M V-2D are connected directly (Zeroconf or fixed IP address)
• The PC and M V-2D are connected using an Ethernet switch (Zeroconf or fixed
IP address)
• The PC and M V-2D are connected using an Ethernet switch, and the Ethernet
switch has a connection to the network (DHCP mode).
4.6.1 Dedicated Ethernet port
The PC has one or a second network port, which is reserved exclusively for the
operation of the verifier. The "Data/IN" socket on the power adapter is connected
directly to this port with a cable. With this configuration, PCs that only have one
network interface can no longer be integrated into the corporate network. In this case
it is recommended to use a second network card (in the simplest case, wireless via
Wi-Fi).
4.6.2 Network mode
The PC is permanently connected to a company network. The REA M V-2D is
connected using its power supply "Data/IN" port and an available and connected
(patched) network socket. The (DHCP) server in the network assigns the network
addresses automatically. When the company network is experiencing heavy network
traffic, faults (the device shows network errors) may occur during operation. If these
faults become too frequent, the network will need to be segmented by network
administrators or the REA M V-2D will need to be connected to the computer using a
separate network port (see the previous section).
4.6.3 witch-based PoE
Operation on an Ethernet switch, which provides the PoE power supply instead of the
supplied power adapter, is also possible. A port is required that is capable of providing
30 W of power. The operator bears responsibility for this operating mode – it has not
been tested by the manufacturer. As PoE is an industry standard for power supplies, it
will not generally cause problems unless a PoE switch becomes overloaded by
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4.6.4 MAC addresses
Every network-enabled device is issued with a MAC address by the manufacturer. The
MAC address is stated on the product label. Some network environments are
configured so that only known devices are given access. In this case, the IT
department is to be notified about the MAC address so it can be authorised.
4.6.5 Firewall and network type
If a firewall is being used, it must be configured so that it permits network traffic
between the PC and the REA M V-2D device. Security policies are usually queried
during initial system start-up.
When the operating system identifies a new network, the operator is asked whether
this is a public network. This must be answered in the negative (public networks
include Wi-Fi networks at rail stations, airports, etc. , never an operation environment
for the REA Verifier).
If particularly strict security policies apply within a company or if the network typically
experiences heavy traffic, REA recommends using a second Ethernet port on a PC
reserved for exclusive use with the REA M V-2D.
The data medium provided contains a document that describes the network
integration in detail and also specifies which ports are used. This document should
also be consulted for difficult installations.
4.6.6 Firewall and network ports
Several modules need to be installed (see section 4.7.2). Communication between
modules is achieved using networking mechanisms (sockets and ports). The ports
used are listed below and may need to be opened in the firewall configuration:
Transwin32.exe
Port: 23945
ServiceTool.exe
Port: 23947
MorpheusHost.exe
Port: 23946
M V_Control_PC.exe
Port: 1006
1
M V
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2D_Control_PC.exe
Port: 10051
readb.exe (Article Database)
n/a
The firewall must not block any of the programs listed in the table, since the
applications will otherwise cease to work properly.
4.6.7 Gateway mode
The REA M V-2D uses the TCP/IP communications protocol. UDP is used for device
detection. UDP traffic is not typically routed over a gateway. In this scenario,
connection handshaking will not work. For such a case, in the REA TransWin32
program menu Configure -> Options -> Devices the device type HOME -> Device
search should be deleted. Instead, enter a ocal Device. Specification of the full serial
number is mandatory for this configuration option. The IP address is configured as
fixed. During operation, the REA M V-2D must be assigned a fixed IP address from
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IP address (not recommended but mandatory if a fixed address is not assigned via
DHCP). The REA M V-2D sister model, REA VeriCube, uses GigE Vision. This was
primarily developed for a direct connection between the computer and the camera.
Running GigE Vision over a gateway is not supported and will not work properly.
4.6.8 Fixed IP addresses
Some environments either advocate or require the assignment of fixed IP addresses.
This typically involves manual configuration of both the PC and the verifier. This kind
of configuration limits application flexibility. The use of a DHCP server is the
recommended configuration. The DHCP server manages a list of devices identified by
their MAC addresses. The administrator can configure the server to assign always the
same (fixed) IP address to a specific machine.
4.6.9 DHCP
DHCP mode: the PC and REA M V-2D are on the company network and request their
network settings from the DHCP server. This mode is active in the factory settings.
4.6.10 Zero-configuration networking
Zero-configuration networking is also described as "Zeroconf mode". The PC and REA
M V-2D use a direct connection. Since no server can be reached (owing to the direct,
point-to-point connection), zero-configuration networking is used automatically as the
system setting (automatic fall back). This mode is active in the factory settings by
activating automatic network configuration. The PC's network adapter reports the
status " imited or no connectivity".
The machine enters Zeroconf mode automatically after a wait time of about 1–2
minutes.
During the wait time, the PC displays a network icon with a moving yellow
point on the status bar (differs slightly according to the Windows version).
In this state, no connection is possible.
Once automatic configuration is complete, the network icon is displayed with
a yellow exclamation mark. Communication is now possible. The exact
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4.6.11 Network settings at the terminal
The settings for automatic configuration (selection: DHCP ON) or the fixed IP address
can also be configured on the device itself.
The settings menu is called up by using the Setup key under Settings and then
"Network parameters".
Figure: Settings menu and device configuration Figure: Network configuration
The equivalent setting in the TransWin32 Windows application is reached from the
menu "Configuration -> Other -> Device system…".

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4.7 oftware
The REA TransWin32 software is required for operation. Only one REA M V-2D can be
used per computer. Other REA verifiers can be installed and used on this computer –
just not a second REA M V-2D device. The licence for the REA TransWin32 software is
linked to the REA verifier and not to the PC installation. Accordingly, TransWin32 can
be installed on multiple PCs in parallel. The REA TransWin32 software is always
included in the REA M V-2D scope of delivery.
REA TransWin32 is designed solely for device configuration, as well as the display and
management of verification reports. The actual grading of the code measured is
performed in a separate device service (Verifier Device Server). The device service is
started (and terminated) automatically with the TransWin32 software.
4.7.1 oftware installation
Prior to the actual installation, the Microsoft .NET Framework must be installed. The
REA installation checks whether .NET is present and cancels the operation if it is not
installed. On the Microsoft website, there is a search function in the download section.
If searching for ".NET offline", the website suggests the .NET installation package
(Version 4.5.2, as of July 2014). As of this writing (summer 2015), the latest version
of the .NET Framework is offered by Microsoft Update automatically.
Once the system requirements have been met, the TransWin32 program must then be
installed. To do so, start "Setup.exe". Depending on the version, either the
TransWin32 install is offered directly or first the TransWin32 button and then "Install
TransWin32".
Administrator rights are required for installation. For day-to-day use, normal user
rights are sufficient. If the software is installed for all users, the "All Users" folder is
used. This general user directory is by default accessible to all users. In case it is not
accessible the installation won’t work.
The safest and least complicated option when installing turns the user account into an
admin account for the installation. Since the installation is performed for this user
only, only the Documents folder of the logged-in user is used. If the installation is
being performed with the "Run as administrator" option, it will use the administrator
account itself and not the user's account. In this case, the software should be installed
for all users and care should be taken to ensure that all users have read/write
permissions for the "All Users" folder.
In the event of communications between the Windows software TransWin32 and the
REA M V-2D experiencing dropped connections or error messages such as sensor
errors, two courses of action can be taken:
1. Both the PC and the REA M V-2D can be connected to a small local switch.
2. On the PC, the REA M V-2D requires a dedicated Ethernet port used exclusively
by this device.
If an older version of the TransWin32 software was installed previously, this will be
removed before installation of the new version. In some cases, it will be necessary to
remove the old version manually by using "Programs" from the Windows control
panel.

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4.7.2 oftware and device options
At first comes the selection of the language for the installation process
The next step is to agree to the license terms.

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The following dialog offers a selection of the components to be installed.
If no other devices will be used and no software options will be selected, only the
boxes next to TransWin32 and M V-2D need to be checked.
TransWin32
The main program for displaying and managin
g the verification
reports
Check ER
The REA verifier model REA Check ER will be used
PC Scan D3
The REA verifier model REA PC
-
Scan/ D3 will be used
ScanCheck 3n
The REA verifier model REA ScanCheck 3n will be used
M V
-
2D
The REA verifier model REA M V
-
2D will be used
VeriCube
The REA verifier model REA VeriCube will be used
The installation option ADB Client installs the REA Article Database software. The
Scan ink Assistant option is an option for installing and using the Scan ink software
for the extended analysis and grading of ISO-standardised data structures.
These two software options should be installed only when these software options have
been bought together with the REA verifier device.

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The system then asks the user to specify the type of install:
If the programs are installed for all users, the "All Users" folder is used to store files
and data. Users need read and write permissions for this folder. If very strict security
policies are in place, then access to the All Users folder may not have been granted to
all users.
If the programs are "...installed only for me", the data folder of the logged-in user is
used as the folder for files and data (except if setup was run as an administrator,
when the admin's document folder is used – in this case, always select "...for all
users"). This variant will have to be chosen if directory access has not been granted to
all users.
Restoring an old configuration backup is possible only for the REA VeriCube verifier
model. If an old dataset with calibrated data is available, this is re-imported into the
new installation if the configuration backup option was checked while uninstalling the
old version. The REA M V-2D stores this data on the device itself and therefore does
need such a function.

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In the next step, installation paths are displayed and can be changed if necessary.
The programs are installed into the Programs (or Program Files) folder. The suffix
"x86" indicates that it is a 32-bit program (not 64-bit).
The path C:\ProgramData is the storage location for installation- or program-relevant
data and is normally invisible to system end-users. This path should be changed only
if there are compelling administrative reasons for doing so. Actual user data is always
stored in the user's Documents folder or in the All Users folder.

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A final check can be made before installation proceeds.
Note: if the install is cancelled at this point, the old version will already have been
removed and the new one will not be installed.
The software is then installed and the install process is displayed in the window with a
progress bar.
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