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Identifying users when there are so many software applications needing their individual information is challenging. If users manually enter an ID, there are errors and the cost to obtain accuracy can be excessive. Complicating matters is the number of formats in use for proximity cards. Several end users are converting existing identification applications that are based on older more costly mag-stripe or bar code reader identification systems. In response to demand from proximity users, RF IDeas created a family of pcProx readers that are compatible with existing keyboard wedge devices. We now offer versions compatible with most devices of this nature found in the market such as Intermec, Percon, Symbol Technologies, and more. For proximity cards and proximity readers.


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This is where the powerful yet easy-to-use configuration software comes to the rescue. The pcProx-TTL configuration application configures the reader’s output with various formatting options. Once configured, pcProx takes the proximity card’s identification information and sends it as keystrokes as if it were typed by the user.

pcProx-TTL can be programmed to parse facility and ID codes, drop parity bits, and format the data length. In addition, it can add characters to the beginning, middle, or after the card data prior to sending the resultant output as characters. This is all accomplished using the configuration utility. Once configured, pcProx holds this information in its non-volitile memory. When pcProx is deployed, no software is needed. It uses standard RS-232 communications port drivers supplied by the operating system such as Windows and Macintosh or embedded controllers. Perfect for any device that accepts ASCII data at the RS232 port using standard COM port parameters: 9600, N, 8, 1. This model is ideal for employee identification where reader interface to an existing keyboard wedge or to the keyboard port is needed.

This kit includes a pcProx-TTL reader (please specify HID, Motorola, Indala, or Casi-Rusco), the Configuration application and User's Guide are avaialble on the web. An optional software developer’s kit is available.


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APPLICATIONS

Employee identification at data capture stations.
Proximity badge test station to verify cards are accurate prior to deployment
Any software application requiring the identification of users.

BENEFITS & FEATURES

100% compatible with installed base of proximity cards.
Includes pcProx Configuration Utility
Configure all parameters associated with proximity card data. (See screen shots below)
Reader contains nonvolatile memory for storing all configuration parameters
Configure reader to output site code, and/or ID number.
Add additional characters before, in the middle, and after the card data automatically.
Eliminates errors associated with individual identification.
Increases productivity.
Compatible with either software or hardware wedges.
No software required when using hardware wedge.
No serial port required when using hardware wedge.
pcProx models are available for a variety of keyboard wedge manufacturers (Symbol, AMI, etc.).
Software Developer’s Kit available.


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	Casi

	Indala

KEYBOARD WEDGES

You can use pcProx-RS232c by itself, or in combination with hardware or software wedges.

Wedge Interfaces
Hardware Wedges: Hardware-based keyboard wedge devices attach between the keyboard port on the PC and the keyboard cable itself. The user may enter data using the keyboard as normal. However, if the user reads the proximity card using pcProx, the card's ID is sent to the current software application. This data appears to have been keyed. The open architecture design means universal support for existing proximity cards and unlimited future expansion. For more details click here.

Software Wedge: Software wedges stay resident in the computer’s memory and redirect the data coming from the serial port and send it to the keyboard buffer. During redirection, the software has may be defined to add keystrokes before, in the middle or after the card data. See SoftKBWedge for more details

pcProx is designed to operate quickly and effectively in conditions where large numbers of badges need to be produced and printed. By not requiring an operator to key in every piece of information when badges are created, large numbers of employees can be quickly processed.


	Often times there is a need toattach to a PLC (programmable logic controller) or keyboard wedge. A keyboard wedge interfaces the serial device to the PC's keyboard port by sending data received from the serial device directly into the keyboard port as if the data were keyed. The pcProx-PMW was designed to be compatible with wedge devices such as Compsee keyboard wedge and other similar devices.


	Simply use the configuration utility to define parameters within the pcProx reader’s memory. Once the memory is configured, the reader holds this information and outputs the data based on the setting you defined.




	Need to incorporate our enrollment with card printing or a keyboard? See our integrators page!

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