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Amano MTX-30F - User Manual

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MTX-30F PUSH INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDE
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Summary

MTX-30 F Push Introduction

Whats In the Box

Lists the items included in the MTX-30F Push terminal package.

Basic Installation for Time Guardian MTX-30 F Push

Wall Mounting

Provides instructions and considerations for mounting the MTX-30F Push terminal on a wall.

Understanding the MTX-30 F Push Terminal Front Panel

Front;Side Panel Features

Describes the controls and indicators on the front and side panels of the terminal.

Keypad Functionality

Explains the function of each key on the MTX-30F Push terminal keypad.

Startup

MTX-30 F Push Startup AMANO Screen (Power On)

Details the initial power-on sequence and display of the MTX-30F Push terminal.

Normal Punch IN;OUT Display

Explains how the terminal displays user information after a successful punch.

Operation

Daily MTX-30 F Push Use

Overview of everyday usage scenarios for the MTX-30F Push terminal.

Punching Methods

Covers various methods for punching in/out: Fingerprint, Card, Password, and combinations.

View Previous Punch at the Terminal

Instructions on how to view the last punch record using the F3 key.

Enrolling Users

Three Ways to Enroll

Outlines the three methods available for enrolling users into the system.

User Management

How to Enroll a User

Step-by-step guide for enrolling a new user via the terminal interface.

All Users

Managing existing user data, including editing and deletion.

Display Style

Customizing how user information is displayed on the terminal screen.

User Role

Assigning User Roles and Rights

Explains how to assign roles and define user privileges within the system.

Communication

Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration

Details how to set up network communication via Ethernet and Wi-Fi.

Personalize

User Interface and Voice Settings

Customizing terminal appearance and sound prompts for user experience.

Data Management

Backup Data

Procedures for backing up terminal data to a device or USB disk.

Restore Data

Steps for restoring terminal data from a device or USB disk.

More Options

USB Manager Functions

Describes options for downloading data and managing settings via USB.

Autotest

Running System Tests

Explains how to perform various diagnostic tests on the terminal's components.

System Information

Device Capacity Details

Displays information on the terminal's user and storage capacities.

Device and Firmware Information

Provides details about the terminal's hardware, software, and firmware versions.

MTX-30 F Push Specifications

Overview

The Amano MTX-30F Push is a sophisticated data collection terminal designed for time and attendance solutions, particularly for small businesses. It integrates directly with Amano Time Guardian software, whether PC-based or cloud-based, to automate the calculation and accumulation of employee work hours based on company payroll policies. This system is capable of categorizing hours into regular and overtime pay, and can display this information directly at the terminal if enabled.

Function Description

The primary function of the MTX-30F Push is to serve as a time and attendance terminal, allowing employees to punch in and out using various verification methods. It is designed to record and store employee punches and related data, which can then be transferred to the Time Guardian software for payroll processing.

Usage Features

The MTX-30F Push offers multiple methods for employees to record their punches, ensuring flexibility and convenience:

  • Fingerprint (FP) Verification: This is a core feature of the MTX-30F Push. Users enroll their fingerprint template into the terminal's database. When an employee presents their finger to the sensor, the terminal captures a new template and compares it to the pre-enrolled one. A successful match results in a "Verified" confirmation, often accompanied by a "Thank you" voice prompt and a solid green LED. If verification fails, an "FP Verify fail" error message is displayed, and a red LED flashes. The terminal also incorporates "re-punch protection" through its "Recheck Min" feature, preventing multiple punches within a set timeframe from being recorded in flash memory, although they will still be verified.

  • Proximity Card (Prox) Punching: Employees can also punch in or out by placing a proximity card approximately one inch in front of the reader. Similar to fingerprint verification, a successful card read results in a "Verified" confirmation, a "Thank you" voice prompt, and a solid green LED. Invalid card entries will trigger an "FP Verify fail" error and a flashing red LED.

  • Password (Pwd) Punching: For users who prefer or need to use a password, they can enter their User ID via the keypad, press OK, then input their password, and press OK again. An incorrect password will display an "Error Pwd." message and an "Incorrect password" voice prompt, with the red LED staying on until a correct password is entered or the entry times out. If a user does not have a password, they will be prompted to "Place Finger."

  • Combined Fingerprint or Password Punching: This method offers a backup in case of fingerprint validation issues. Users can either place their finger on the sensor or enter their User ID via the keypad. The terminal will then prompt for the alternative method (e.g., remove finger or input password). Upon successful verification, the screen displays the user's name, User ID, "Verified" confirmation, and a "Thank you" voice prompt, followed by a momentary display of hours worked for the active pay period.

  • Combined Fingerprint and Password Punching: For enhanced security, users can be required to provide both a fingerprint and a password. After placing a finger on the sensor or entering a User ID, the terminal will prompt for the password, and then potentially for the finger again if the User ID and password were used first. Successful verification follows the same display and voice prompt sequence as other methods.

  • Viewing Previous Punches: Employees can view their previous punches by pressing the F3 key. The terminal will ask for a Badge No. or Fingerprint for identification. After selecting the date, previous punches will be displayed. It's important to note that previous punches are reset (cleared) every time the clock is polled by the Time Guardian software.

  • Display and Voice Prompts: The terminal features a TFT Display Screen that shows time, date, day, and operational information. A built-in speaker provides audible voice verification for operations such as "Thank you," "Incorrect Password," "Access Denied," "Invalid Id," and "Please try again."

  • Keypad Functionality: The keypad is used for inputting User IDs, passwords, and navigating menu operations. It includes numeric keys (0-9), function keys (F1-F4), ESC for exit/cancel, and M/ for menu/OK. Arrows are used for scrolling through menus and modifying item values.

  • LED Indicator: A green LED flashes once per second during normal standby operation. It stays solid for three seconds upon successful user verification and flashes red for three seconds upon verification failure.

  • USB Port: A USB port is available for downloading software, copying passwords, and other data management tasks.

Maintenance Features

The MTX-30F Push includes several features for management and maintenance, accessible through its main menu:

  • User Management:

    • Enrollment: New users can be enrolled using fingerprint, password, or proximity card methods. The terminal supports three types of users: Normal User, Registrar, and Super Admin, each with different privilege levels. The enrollment process involves entering a User ID, selecting a verification mode (e.g., "Fingerprint only"), choosing the finger to be enrolled, and following on-screen instructions for verification.
    • All Users: This section allows for editing existing user information.
    • Delete Users: Users can be deleted from the system.
    • Display Style: The display style for user information can be customized to single line, multiple line, or mixed line.
  • User Role Management: This feature allows administrators to define and assign specific rights and privileges to different user roles (e.g., Registrar, User Defined Role 1, User Defined Role 2). These rights can cover various functions like User Management, Communication settings, System settings, Personalization, Data Management, USB Manager, Attendance Search, Short Message, Labor functions, Autotest, and System Info.

  • Communication Settings:

    • Ethernet: The terminal supports Ethernet connectivity, allowing for modification of the IP address (though it cannot be the same as the PC's IP address).
    • Wireless Network (Wi-Fi): The terminal can connect to a wireless network. Users can select their Wi-Fi network, enter a numeric password, or upload a Wi-Fi password via USB.
  • Personalization:

    • User Interface: Settings such as wallpaper, language, lock power key, menu screen timeout, idle time to slide show, slide show interval, idle time to sleep, and main screen style can be customized.
    • Voice Prompts: The voice prompt feature can be toggled ON or OFF to enable or mute audible feedback during operations.
    • Keyboard Prompts: A beep sound for every keyboard touch can be enabled or disabled.
  • Data Management:

    • Backup Data: Data can be backed up to the device itself or to a USB disk. Users can select specific content to backup, such as business data and/or system data. The terminal provides error messages if a USB disk is not properly inserted.
    • Restore Data: Data can be restored from the device or from a USB disk. Users can select local configuration items to be restored.
  • More Options (USB Manager):

    • Download: This allows for downloading Attendance Data, User Data, User Portal information, and Short Messages.
    • Download Options: Includes options to encrypt attendance data (ON/OFF) and delete attendance data (ON/OFF).
  • Autotest: This diagnostic feature allows for testing various components of the terminal:

    • Test All: Automatically tests the LCD, voice, keyboard, fingerprint sensor, and clock.
    • Test LCD: Checks the display effect by showing full color, pure white, and pure black screens, ensuring proper display functionality.
    • Test Voice: Plays ten different voice WAV files to test audio output.
    • Test Keyboard: Verifies the functionality of the keypad.
    • Test Fingerprint Sensor: Allows testing the quality of the fingerprint image by placing a finger on the sensor.
    • Test Clock RTC: Tests the real-time clock by checking the stopwatch function for accuracy.
  • System Information: Provides details about the device's capacity and firmware:

    • Device Capacity: Displays information such as the number of enrolled users, admin users, passwords, total fingerprint storage capacity (used/max), badges/ID cards (used/max), attendance capacity (used/max), and user photos (used/max).
    • Device Info: Shows the device name, serial number, MAC Address, fingerprint algorithm, platform information, MCU version, manufacturer name, and manufacture date.
    • Firmware Info: Displays the firmware version, including Bio Service, Push Service, Standalone Service, Dev Service, and System Version.
  • Reset Button: A physical reset button is available to clear all current settings and revert the terminal to its factory default settings.

  • Power On/Off: The terminal can be powered on and off using a dedicated button. When powered off, it retains all templates and transactions.

The MTX-30F Push is designed for easy installation, with clear instructions for wall mounting and connecting power and communication cables. Its robust feature set aims to provide a comprehensive and user-friendly time and attendance solution.

Amano MTX-30F Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTime Recorder
DisplayDigital
Display TypeLCD
Power SourceAC Adapter
Time Format12/24 Hour
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Battery LifeApproximately 3 years
Humidity Range10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)

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