PrehKeyTec ML 2 A Manuale di istruzioni

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MCI 111 A

ML 2 A

Professional Airline Devices

Operating Instructions and Technical Data

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1General Notes......................................................................................................................3

2Characteristics of the MCI 111 A.........................................................................................4

3Installation............................................................................................................................5

3.1 Contents of package...............................................................................................5

3.2 System requirements..............................................................................................5

3.3 USB Connection (Product code "I2") ......................................................................6

3.3.1 Virtual COM Port - Driver Installation......................................................6

3.3.2 USB Cable Installation............................................................................6

3.3.3 Cable Routing.........................................................................................6

3.4 PS2 / RS232 Connection (Product code "I1").........................................................7

3.4.1 PS/2 Connection - Keyboard only...........................................................7

3.4.2 PS/2 Connection – Keyboard with Glidepad...........................................7

3.4.3 RS232 Host Connection .........................................................................8

3.4.4 External Power Supply (optional)............................................................8

3.5 Host interface parameters - Factory defaults..........................................................9

3.6 Functional check.....................................................................................................9

4Modules.............................................................................................................................10

4.1 OCR Reader.........................................................................................................10

4.2 Magnetic stripe reader (MSR)...............................................................................11

4.3 AUX Port (optional)...............................................................................................12

4.4 2D Barcode Scanner Module (optional)................................................................12

4.5 Pointing device – Glidepad (optional)...................................................................12

5Additional Features............................................................................................................13

5.1 Flexible programming of key codes......................................................................13

5.2 Firmware Update ..................................................................................................13

5.3 TCO Features .......................................................................................................13

5.4 Encryption.............................................................................................................13

6Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................14

6.1 Technical Support.................................................................................................14

7Annex.................................................................................................................................15

7.1 Technical data.......................................................................................................15

7.1.1 OCR Reader.........................................................................................15

7.1.2 MSR Reader.........................................................................................15

7.1.3 Electronics ............................................................................................15

7.1.4 ESD and EMC behavior........................................................................15

7.1.5 Connection assignment ........................................................................16

7.1.6 Climatic parameters..............................................................................17

7.1.7 Mechanical system ...............................................................................17

7.1.8 Protection class.....................................................................................17

7.1.9 Material and surfaces............................................................................17

8Declaration of Conformity..................................................................................................18

9FCC Warning Statement....................................................................................................18

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1 General Notes

Preface for ML 2 A:

This manual basically applies to the MCI 111 A Keyboard but also to the Stand-Alone

OCR/MSR device ML 2 A. In this case the keyboard part does not need to be considered.

Congratulations on purchasing this PrehKeyTec product!

The MCI 111 A alphanumeric keyboard is the ideal solution for fast and error-free input of

machine-readable data.

Up to three readers provide the user with support for fast data entry:

•The OCR reader for reading passports, ID-Cards and similar documents.

•The magnetic stripe reader for credit cards, access cards, ATB tickets.

•Option "2D Barcode Scanner" for reading labels, tickets, or similar items.

•Alternative Option "AUX Port" for connecting external BCR and OCR devices.

The ergonomic design has been selected to achieve optimum adaptation to human motor function.

The two internal readers operate bi-directionally, so that documents and cards can be fed through

the reader in both directions. This means that the input device is ergonomic and easy-to-use for

both right and left-handed users.

This keyboard replaces manual input in all situations in which fast recording of ID documents and

credit card documentation is required. Example applications are airline check-in, car rental, rental

of valuable items, hotel check-in, and skiing equipment rentals.

All PrehKeyTec products undergo a continuous improvement process. For this reason, technical

modifications may be made without notice.

We would like to point out that improper handling, storage, actions and/or modifications can lead to

malfunctions and damage during use. If you modify our products as the end user, we are in no way

responsible for any warranties or liability, unless you have obtained an express, written approval

for your case of operation. This applies especially to unprofessional repair and maintenance.

Any claims for damages against PrehKeyTec – regardless of the legal reason – are excluded if we

are not responsible for intent or gross negligence. The above limitation does not apply to claims for

damages resulting from product liability laws.

These operating instructions apply only to keyboards of the MCI family.

If you have questions or problems about your MCI keyboard, please contact your distribution

partner.

Latest programming software and drivers, as well as further information is available on our web

page http://www.prehkeytec.com. For additional help contact support@prehkeytec.de

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2 Characteristics of the MCI 111 A

The MCI family is characterized especially by its ergonomic and compact design.

The MCI 111 A now supports reading OCR data, magnetic cards and AUX device data through

one COM port (either virtual or RS232). The data of all wedge devices are formatted following the

appropriate protocol guidelines (ARINC, SITA, etc.).

The MCI 111 A is equipped with the following modules:

•Optical character recognition device (OCR)

•Magnetic stripe reader (MSR)

•AUX device port

•2D Barcode Scanner Module (optional)

•Pointing device "Glidepad" (optional)

The optical character recognition (OCR) device supports reading passports, ID-cards and similar

machine readable documents with up to three lines of data. The MSR reads max. three tracks

according to ISO 7810/7811 and ATB documents.

The MCI 111 A is available either with USB or a combined PS2/RS232 cable. If connected via

USB, the module uses virtual COM port technology.

Depending on the keypad, keyboards of the MCI family have up to 145 programmable key

positions. In the alphanumeric keypad design, the keys of the alphabetic section are pre-assigned

according to the functions of a standard MF2 keyboard, but also here all keys can be customized

by our programming software.

Programming of the individual key positions is done with our easy-to-use programming software

WinProgrammer. You can find the appropriate software packages, as well as additional notes

regarding programming in the Support section of our web page http://www.prehkeytec.com.

The figures in this manual might show pictures not exactly matching your

customized keyboard type. However this manual basically applies to all our

MCI 111 A and ML 2 A products.

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3 Installation

3.1 Contents of package

Before starting to use your keyboard, please check whether all the parts shown below are present

and show no obvious signs of damage:

1 MCI 111 A keyboard

2 Operating Instructions

3 External Power Supply (hardware RS232 devices only)

(optional for PS2 keyboard, required for ML 2 A RS232 type)

3.2 System requirements

The MCI family keyboard has been developed for use with IBM-AT-compatible PS/2 and USB

systems. The keyboard can be used with all popular operating systems.

For proper operation we recommend to connect the device always directly to the computer –

without additional extension cables, etc.

When equipped with USB interface, only one USB cable is required. All internal modules are

connected to the internal USB hub. Installation of driver software is mandatory. To do so, please

install our CheckinPackage prior connecting the USB device.

Fig. 1 Package contents

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3.3 USB Connection (Product code "I2")

The keyboard part uses standard drivers provided by the operating system.

3.3.1 Virtual COM Port - Driver Installation

Additional driver software is required to use the wedge devices (MSR, OCR, AUX) via USB

connection. Install the PrehKeyTec Virtual COM Port driver software before connecting the device

to the PC. This driver and the utility CheckinConfigurator are included in our CheckinPackage.

Please see the Readme file included in the CheckinPackage for details about installation and

usage. A description for unattended installation of the package is also available here.

3.3.2 USB Cable Installation

In order to provide problem-free operation of the keyboard using USB, it

must be insured that the USB interface is supported by the operating

system.

In addition, insure that USB legacy support is activated in the BIOS of

your PC, if the keyboard should be also active directly after booting.

Please see the description of your motherboard for instructions regarding the BIOS settings. Most

mainboards only support legacy mode when connected directly to the PCs USB ports.

The operating systems Windows NT / 9x do not support the USB interface, or do so

only partially. Problem-free operation is not insured in these cases.

•Install our CheckinPackage to preinstall the PrehKeyTec Virtual COM Port drivers.

•Plug in the USB cable into an USB socket of your PC.

•Standard HID drivers for the keyboard part will be automatically installed by the operating

system. Then the keyboard is ready to use.

•If previously preinstalled, the virtual COM port drivers also will be installed automatically. The

COM port number and other settings can be adapted with our CheckinConfigurator.

3.3.3 Cable Routing On delivery, the USB cable is routed on the right side (top

view). If the cable outlet has to be moved to the left or center,

you can do this quite easily:

Place the keyboard with the keypad facing down on a soft

surface. To change the cable outlet to the left, move the

connection cable as shown in Fig. 3. Ensure the keyboard cable

being firmly pressed into the cable nips.

Fig. 2 USB A-Type Plug

Cable Nips

Fig. 3 cable nips

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Fig. 6 PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse

3.4 PS2 / RS232 Connection (Product code "I1")

This type always has a combined cable to connect all integrated modules:

•Keyboard (6pin PS2, violet)

•Glidepad (6pin PS2, green)

•RS232 host interface connector for (D-Sub 9pin female, black)

•Power Jack for optional external power supply (inside above

RS232 connector)

3.4.1 PS/2 Connection - Keyboard only

Installation must be executed when the computer is switched off. If a

keyboard is already connected to the computer, please remove it first.

Now insert the violet 6-pin mini DIN plug (Fig. 5) of the keyboard cable

into the keyboard socket provided on the computer. Insure that the poles

are correct (coding pin).

The green mouse connector remains unconnected in this case.

Never plug in the PS/2 connectors by force. This could result in bending of the

connection pins – danger of short circuits!

3.4.2 PS/2 Connection – Keyboard with Glidepad

Installation must be executed when the computer is switched off.

If a keyboard / mouse is already connected to the computer, please

remove it first.

First, insert the violet 6-pin mini DIN plug (Fig. 6) of the keyboard cable

into the keyboard socket provided on the computer (violet). Ensure the

correct orientation (coding pin).

Then insert the green 6-pin mini DIN plug for the pointing device into the

PS/2 mouse socket provided of your computer (green). Ensure the

correct orientation (coding pin).

Never plug in the PS/2 connectors by force. This could result in bending of the

connection pins – danger of short circuits!

Fig 5 PS/2 Keyboard

Fig 4 PS2 / RS232 cable

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3.4.3 RS232 Host Connection

Installation must be executed when the computer is switched off.

Insert the 9-pin D-Sub female connector (Fig. 7) into a free serial port

on your PC (COM x).

3.4.4 External Power Supply (optional)

Many computers, especially latest models, do not supply enough current on the PS2 ports to drive

our keyboard with all included modules at the specified voltage of 5V +/-5%. Therefore we

recommended using our optional external power supply for PS2/RS232 (I1) models.

Connect the appropriate PrehKeyTec power supply to the jack of above RS232 connector.

ATTENTION: Polarity is different to standard power supplies!

Only connect the appropriate PrehKeyTec power supply P/N 05198-048/0000

Notes:

•Please secure the connector plug against unwanted removal by means of a cable tie.

•To prevent damage, the jack automatically cuts off the Vcc line between keyboard and PC.

•The ML 2 A RS232 model (product code "I3") is only operable with external power supply.

Here the power supply is included in the delivery.

Fig. 7 RS232 Connector

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3.5 Host interface parameters - Factory defaults

Factory defaults for the COM port hardware / host interface:

A 9600-8-N-1

S 9600-7-E-1

Above port parameters are valid for both connection methods RS232 and virtual COM (USB).

They can be configured with our utility CheckinConfigurator.

3.6 Functional check

After power on the keyboard executes a self-test - all four LEDs light up for a short time. Then

depending on the status of the NumLock, CapsLock and ScrollLock, the associated keyboard

LEDs light up. Your MCI keyboard is now ready for use.

In addition the Accept LED displays status information for the MSR / OCR reader. As long as the

OCR/MSR is not initialized by the user application, the Accept LED will be red.

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4 Modules

4.1 OCR Reader

This product is equipped with our OCR (optical character recognition) module "P2" which now

supports reading both OCR data and magnetic cards through one COM port (either RS232 or

virtual USB).

The OCR device reads passports and similar machine readable

documents with up to three lines of data. Below some key features:

•Bi-directional document feed

•Reads OCR-B data from machine-readable passports with 2

lines and maximum of 44 characters

•Reads machine-readable visas with 2 lines and max. 44

characters or 2 lines with 36 characters

•Reads machine-readable travel documents with 2 lines and

36 characters, or 3 lines and 30 characters

The entire document is evaluated and sent to the host using the appropriate protocol. A successful

read is indicated by a green Accept LED, a beep is output. In case of a bad read, the LED turns

red and an error beep (3x) will be output. Parameters for sound and LED can be configured with

our utility CheckinConfigurator.

Open the booklet and only swipe the machine-readable part through the reader.

The OCR data lines must be located on the bottom side, facing towards the user.

Fig. 7 OCR Reader

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