Recognition Systems HandPunch 50E User manual

HandPunch 50E
Manual

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Installation
Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
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sure le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Introduction.....3
Biometrics.....3
Principle of Operation.....4
The HandPunch Terminal.....4
Specifications.....6
Specifications Table.....6
Options.....7
Planning an Installation.....9
Site Preparation.....9
HandPunch Placement.....9
Wiring.....10
Power Input.....10
Battery Backup Operation.....10
Ethernet to Host Computer Connection.....11
Mechanical Installation.....13
Wall Plate Installation.....13
Wiring Connections.....17
Wiring Examples.....17
RS-232 Serial Connection.....18
Erasing the Memory.....21
Erasing HandPunch Memory.....21
Closing the HandPunch.....23
Enter Command Menu.....25
If No One is Enrolled in the HandPunch.....25
If Users are Enrolled in the HandPunch.....25
Navigating Command Menus.....27
Programming the HandPunch.....29
Basic Command Mode Structure.....29
Authority Level.....29
Programming Order.....30
System Management.....31
Service Menu.....32
Normal Operating Parameters.....33

Setup Menu.....34
Subnet Mask to Host Bit.....37
Management Menu.....39
Enrollment Menu.....41
Special Menu.....45
HandPunch Maintenance.....47
Cleaning the HandPunch.....47
Appendix A.....49
Tips for a successful Installation.....49
Appendix B.....51
Troubleshooting Guide.....51
Display Messages During Verification.....51
Beeper and LED Status During Verification.....52
Limited Warranty.....55

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Introduction
The HandPunch 50E is a member of the Recognition Systems’ line of
biometric hand geometry Time and Attendance Terminals1. The
HandPunch records and stores the three-dimensional shape of the
human hand for comparison and identity verification. Upon verification,
the HandPunch records the time, date, user ID number, and collected
time and attendance data for collection by a host computer. The
HandPunch will communicate to a host computer via Ethernet.
The HandPunch provides proof-positive employee identification
combined with the sophisticated operating features one expects in a
modern Time and Attendance Terminal. Because of this unique
combination of capabilities, the HandPunch provides the most accurate
Time and Attendance data collection terminal available. The key
features of the HandPunch include:
• Ethernet Communications
• Transaction Buffer
- 5,120 event capacity
• Programmable Clock and Date Formats and Daylight Savings
Switch-ove
Biometrics Biometrics is a term describing the automatic measurement and
comparison of human characteristics. While its origins are ancient, the
evolution of advanced scanning and microprocessor technology
brought biometrics into everyday life. Electronic hand geometry
technology first appeared in the 1970s. Recognition Systems Inc.,
founded in 1986, built the first mass-produced hand geometry readers
and made biometric technology affordable for the commercial market.
Today, Recognition Systems’ products are in use in every imaginable
application from protecting cash vaults to verifying employee
attendance in hospitals.
1. For the sake of using a consistent name throughout the manual, the
HandPunch 50E terminal is referred to as the HandPunch for the remainder of
this manual.

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Principle of
Operation The HandPunch uses low-level infrared light, optics, and a CMOS (IC chip) camera to capture a three-dimensional image of the hand. Using
advanced microprocessor technology, the HandPunch converts the
image to an electronic template. It stores the template in a database
with the user’s ID number.
To gain punch, the user enters his or her ID number at the
HandPunch’s keypad. The HandPunch prompts the user to place his or
her hand on the HandPunch’s platen1. The HandPunch compares the
hand on the platen with the user’s unique template. If the images
match, the HandPunch records the transaction for processing.
The
HandPunch
Terminal
The HandPunch is a time and attendance terminal designed for use
with time and attendance software.
Refer to Figure 1-1 on page 5 when reviewing the information in this
section.
The HandPunch has an integrated keypad for ID entry (see Figure 1-1).
The and keys are used for data entry and
programming.
Four different features assist the user with hand placement and read
verification.
1. A light emitting diode (LED) hand placement display on the Hand-
Punch’s top panel assists users with hand placement on the platen.
2. A liquid crystal display (LCD) shows operational data and program-
ming menus.
3. “Red light/Green light” verification LEDs quickly inform users if their
verification attempts were rejected or accepted.
4. An internal beeper provides audible feedback during keypad data
entry and user verification.
1. The Platen is the flat surface at the base of the HandPunch (see Figure 1-1).
This is where users place their hands for enrollment and verification. It has
guide pins to assist positioning the fingers during use.
CLEAR ENTER

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Figure 1-1: The HandPunch 50E
5
46
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79
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NoEnter
2
13
Clear
*#
Yes
No
PLATEN AND GUIDE PINS
HAND
PLACEMENT
DISPLAY
LCD DISPLAY
VERIFICATION
LIGHTS
NUMERICAL
KEYPAD

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Specifica-
tions
Table 1: Specifications
Size: 8.85 inches wide by 11.65 inches high by 8.55 inches deep
22.3 cm wide by 29.6 cm high by 21.7 cm deep
Power: 12 to 24 VDC or 12 to 24 VAC 50-60 Hz, 7 watts
Weight: 6 lbs (2.7 kg) – 7 lbs (3.2 kg) with optional backup battery
Temperature: -10°C to +60°C – non-operating/storage (14°F to 140°F)
5°C to 40°C – operating (40°F to 110°F)
Relative Humidity
Non-Condensing: 5% to 95% – non-operating/storage (non-condensing) 20% to 80% – operating
Verification Time: 1 second or less
Memory Retention: 5 years using a standard internal lithium battery
Transaction Buffer: 5,120 transactions
ID Number Length: 1 to 10 digits
RS-232 Baud Rate: 300 to 28.8 K bps
Communications: Ethernet
User Capacity: 50 users

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Options The HandPunch has the following options available.
• Backup Battery Support SeeTechnical Note 70200-0012 –
Rev. D
Recommended European Power Supply:
Ault, Inc.
7300 Boone Ave. North
Minneapolis, MN 55428 USA
PH: 612-493-1900
E-mail: [email protected]
Part number: D48-121000-A040G
230 VAC Input, 12 VDC @ 1Amp output (unregulated)
Ault style #41 connector (barrel plug)
approved
recyclable

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Planning an Installation
Site
Preparation Before you begin installation, check the site blueprints, riser diagrams, and specifications for important information about HandPunch location
and for other systems that connect to the HandPunch. Look for any
existing wall preparations and wiring that other contractors may have
installed for the HandPunch. A wire routing layout diagram (see Figure
3-2 on page 15) is provided to assist in planning wire routing.
HandPunch
Placement The recommended height for the HandPunch platen is 40 inches1(102 cm) from the finished floor. The HandPunch should be out of the path of
pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Avoid placing the HandPunch where
users must cross the swing path of a door. The HandPunch should be
in an area where it is not exposed to excessive airborne dust, direct
sunlight, water, and/or chemicals.
Figure 2-1: HandPunch Placement Rules
For the following sections, Recognition Systems does not supply
hardware items such as power or communications wiring.
1. This height conforms to ADA standards.
40 in. (102 cm.)
NOTE

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Wiring Two basic circuits typically connect to the HandPunch:
• Power Input
• HandPunch to Host Computer
- Ethernet
The minimum wire size for these circuits is AWG 22; the maximum is
AWG 18.
Power Input The HandPunch comes with a 120 VAC to 13.5 VDC power supply
(Class 2, Model No. P48131000A010G – 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 21 W, 13.5
VDC output @ 1000mA). An optional 220 VAC to 13.5 VDC power
supply is also available.
To power the HandPunch with this power supply, a 120 VAC (or 220
VAC as applicable) duplex outlet must be within 5 feet of the
HandPunch. The power supply has a 6-foot cable to provide a
comfortable reach between power outlet and HandPunch. The barrel
jack at the end of the power supply’s cable is connected to J12 on the
HandPunch PCB.
The HandPunch can also accept input voltages from 12 to 24 VDC or
12 to 24 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz. A UL 294 class 2 power suplly can be
used for this case.
Do not connect a HandPunch’s power supply to a switched duplex
outlet. The HandPunch must have a constant source of power for
proper operation.
Battery
Backup
Operation
An optional power-fail protection circuit board can be attached to the
main circuit board to provide and control battery backup. The battery
backup option uses a 12 volt 800 ma/hour sealed lead acid battery to
provide backup battery power. This battery is located immediately
inside the rear panel of the HandPunch and plugs into jack J4 on the
keypad control circuit board located in the top of the chassis.
The design of the HandPunch’s internal power supply is such that any
range of the above input voltages may be used and still provide proper
battery charge voltage and battery backup operation. Switch-over to
battery power is automatic and occurs when the input voltage falls to
approximately 10.5 volts. At that time the backup battery charger is
disabled to save power, and uninterrupted operation continues on
battery power.
When input power is restored, the HandPunch switches off of battery
operation and the battery charger is re-enabled to recharge the battery.
WARNING

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Battery charge voltage is set at approximately 13.65 volts, and battery
charge current is limited to approximately 50 mA. A fully discharged
battery requires approximately 12 hours of charge to fully recover.
Additional options installed and specific configurations within the
HandPunch make it difficult to predict precisely how long battery
support will last, but in general two hours of battery operation can be
expected. While operating on battery backup due to loss of main input
power, the battery output voltage is constantly monitored by internal
circuitry. If the battery voltage reaches approximately 9.5 volts the
HandPunch automatically shuts down. This is done to prevent full
exhaustion of the battery. A yellow indicator on the top panel illuminates
to indicate that the HandPunch is running on battery power. This
indicator turns off when main input power is restored.
Shunt J7, which is located immediately in front of the DIP switches on
the main logic board (see Figure 4-1 on page 17), enables or disables
battery operation on those HandPunches equipped with optional
battery backup. If a HandPunch does not have the optional battery
backup package installed, J7 is not used. On HandPunches equipped
with the battery backup option, J7 allows service personnel a
mechanism for disabling battery backup operation before removal of
main input power.
To fully power down a HandPunch equipped with battery backup,
remove or reposition shunt J7 so that the two pins protruding up from
the main logic board are not connected to each other. This effectively
opens the circuit, removing the battery from any internal circuitry. Main
input power can then be removed and the HandPunch will fully shut
down. Once the HandPunch has fully shut down, shunt J7 may be
reinstalled.
The design of the power supply is such that main input power must be
reapplied to re-enable the battery protection mechanism. If shunt J7 is
not properly installed, the internal backup battery will not be charged,
and in the event of a main input power loss, the HandPunch will shut
down.
Ethernet to
Host
Computer
Connection
To make the Ethernet connection, a data jack must be installed on or in
the wall behind the HandPunch terminal. Position the RJ-45 jack
location using the template provided in this manual (see Figure 3-2 on
page 15).
Figure 4-3 on page 19 a wiring diagram for a Ethernet to host computer
connection.

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Mechanical Installation
Select an installation location based on the guidelines provided in the
Planning an Installation section beginning on page 9.
Wall Plate Installation
Wall Preparation
For the following procedure protect the HandPunch from the dust and
debris generated during the wall plate installation process.
1. Remove the wall plate from the packing carton. Refer to Figure 3-1
for all wall plate references in the following section.
Figure 3-1: Wall Plate
2. Measure and mark a point 48 1/2 inches (123 cm) from the surface
of the finished floor. This point will correspond to the Leveling Hole
where the top-center point of the HandPunch should be mounted.
3. For a hollow wall, drive a small nail into the wall at the mark and
hang the wall plate from the Leveling Hole located near the top of
the wall plate.
4. For a solid wall, hold the wall plate against the wall, centering the
Leveling Hole over the mark in the wall.
WARNING
2 UPPER SCREWS
HOLE
SURFACE
CONDUIT
ENTRY

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5. Align a bubble level with the top edge of the wall plate and gently
rotate the wall plate until the bubble level shows that the top edge of
the wall plate is level.
6. Secure the plate to the wall using heavy masking tape.
7. Using the wall plate as a template, mark the locations of the two
upper screw holes and the three lower screw holes.
8. For a concealed wiring connection, trace the outline of the open
area in the center of the wall plate. Identify and mark a 1/2 inch hole
through which the HandPunch’s wiring will be mounted.
9. For a surface conduit wiring connection, mark the two conduit clamp
holes at the right side of the wall plate.
10.Remove the wall plate, masking tape, and the nail (if used).
Mounting
the Wall
Plate
1. For a hollow wall, use the provided hardware to mount the wall
plate. Use the two auger style fasteners for the upper two mounting
holes. Use the toggle bolts for the three lower mounting holes.
2. For a solid wall, use expansion bolts to mount the wall plate. For all
five mounting holes, drill a 1/4 inch diameter hole, 1/4 of an inch
deeper than the length of the expansion anchor.
Routing the
Wiring 1. Refer to Figure 3-2 on page 15 for a template diagram to assist in routing wiring.
2. For a concealed wiring connection, drill a 1/2 inch hole in a conve-
nient location within the open area of the wall plate. Pull the wiring to
enter the HandPunch through this hole in the open area.
3. For a surface conduit wiring connection, drill a 1/4 inch diameter
hole, 1/4 of an inch deeper than the length of the expansion anchor
for each of the two conduit clamp holes. Route 1/2 inch, flexible con-
duit to the HandPunch, ending the conduit between the two conduit
clamp holes. Pull the wiring to enter the HandPunch through the
conduit. Pull 18 inches of wire past the end of the conduit to allow
enough space for final connection to the HandPunch.
4. Clear all dust and debris away from the HandPunch mounting loca-
tion.

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Figure 3-2: HandPunch Wire Routing Layout
Dust and debris surrounding the HandPunch can drastically affect the
terminal’s operation. It is important to ensure the HandPunch mounting
location is free from dust and debris.
Attaching
the
HandPunch
1 Remove the HandPunch from its carton.
2. Align the sleeves of the back plate with the pins of the wall plate and
slide the HandPunch to the left as shown in Figure 3-3.
Wall Plate
Finished Floor
C
L
HandPunch
SURFACE
CONDUIT
ENTRY POINT
C
L
42.5"
(108 cm)
42.75"
(108.6 cm)
50" Reference
(127 cm)
to Top of
Wall Plate
NOTE

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Figure 3-3: Attaching the HandPunch to the Wall Plate
REAR OF TERMINAL
2
UPPER SCREWS
HOLE
SURFACE
CONDUIT
ENTRY

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Wiring Connections
Once the HandPunch is attached to the wall plate the wiring
connections to the HandPunch can be made (see Figure 4-1).
Figure 4-1: Board Layout
Wiring
Examples Table 2 on page 18 provides the pinouts for the RS-232 Serial Printer
Connection.
Figure 4-2 on page 18 provides a diagram of the RS-232 Connector.
Figure 4-3 on page 19 provides a Host PC to HandPunch Ethernet
Network wiring diagram.
WALL
Serial Printer
Connection
Ethernet
Wall Plate
Top of
Terminal
Top of HandPunch 50E
Power
Connectors
J7 Battery
Jumper
Reset
Switch

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Figure 4-2: J4 - RS-232 Jack Pinout
Table 2: RS-232 Serial Connection
J8 Pin Signal Connection
1 GND Ground
2 RXD Receive Data Input (from external device)
3 TXD Transmit Data Output (to external device)
RS-232 Pins
1
2
3