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ID Tech EzWriter User Manual

ID Tech EzWriter
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ID TECH EzWriter
USER MANUAL
EzWriter
MagStripe Reader & Writer
WorkShop Utility
&
Technical Guide
For Model Number IDWA
UL
80058501-002-G
Jan 20, 2010
TM
TM
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ID Tech EzWriter Specifications

General IconGeneral
InterfaceRS-232
Scan speed (max)127 mm/sec
Compatible operating systemsWindows
Operating voltage24 V
LED indicatorsYes
Storage temperature (T-T)-10 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Cable length1.8 m
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight1360 g
Dimensions (WxDxH)64 x 204 x 67 mm

Summary

LIMITED WARRANTY

Introduction

Quick Start Guide

Installing WorkShop Software

Describes the process of installing the WorkShop software on a PC.

Installing EzWriter

Details the placement and power connection requirements for the EzWriter device.

Communication Interface

Explains how to connect the EzWriter using different communication interfaces.

RS232 Connection

Details the RS232 connection procedure, including DB-9 connector and power.

USB-RS232 Connection

Using WorkShop

Password Dialog Box

Describes the password entry dialog for the WorkShop application.

Connecting the Unit

Explains the process of establishing a communication link with the EzWriter.

WorkShop Window Overview

Message Box Functionality

Describes the message box that displays the results of operations.

Card Type Selection

Explains the selection of reading and writing track formats for cards.

Writing on a Card (Quick Start)

Setup Configuration

Reading a Card (Quick Start)

WorkShop Utility Functions

WorkShop Function Summary

Summarizes the various read, write, compare, and erase functions available in WorkShop.

Communication Modes

Describes the available communication protocols (IDTECH and AMC).

WorkShop Window Details

Message Box Functionality

Explains the purpose and content of the message box.

Card Type Selection

Details the card format selection options within WorkShop.

Card Type Definitions

ISO Card Format

Describes the ISO standard for magnetic stripe card data.

AAMVA Card Format

Explains the AAMVA standard for magnetic stripe card data.

Setup Options

User Format Configuration

Details the User format for non-standard card data.

RAW Data Format

Explains the RAW format for decoding and displaying data.

Passbook Format

Describes the format for writing data to passbooks.

Setup Format Tab View

Setup User Type Tab View

User Tab View

Illustrates and describes the User Type tab in the Setup window.

Data Density Settings

Explains data density options (BPI) for magnetic stripe encoding.

Leading Zeros Configuration

Describes the setting for leading zeros before the Start Sentinel.

High Coercivity Setting

Details the setting for high coercivity magnetic stripe cards.

Write Function Details

Bits per Character Settings

Explains the selection of bits per character for data encoding.

Parity Settings

Describes the character parity bit logic selection.

Read Function

Compare Function

Erase Function

Sequential Write

Read & Writing File Operations

Read to File Function

Describes saving card data to a file.

Write from File Function

Details writing card data from a file.

Database Application

Usage File for Database Application

Database Write Example

Usage File Content Example

Excel CSV Sample File

EzWriter Technical Reference Guide

Technical Reference Introduction

Introduces the technical reference section for direct communication.

EzWriter Description

Describes the physical and functional aspects of the EzWriter reader/writer.

EzWriter Accessories

Lists available accessories for the EzWriter device.

Terms & Related Documents

Specifications

Environmental Specifications

Details the operating and storage environmental conditions.

Electrical Specifications

Lists electrical requirements like supply voltage and power consumption.

Mechanical Specifications

Describes the physical dimensions and construction of the device.

Performance Specifications

Outlines performance metrics like supported formats and media speed.

Durability Ratings

Provides MTBF and card swipe ratings for the device.

Agency Approvals

Lists certifications such as FCC and CE.

Interface

RS232 Communication Parameters

Details the fixed communication parameters for RS232.

RS232 Cable Pin-Outs

Shows the pin configuration for the RS232 cable connector.

USB-RS232 Communication Parameters

USB Cable Pin-Outs

Command & Response Introduction

IDT Command Set Overview

Describes the default command set for the EzWriter.

Reset Buffer Command

Details the command to reset the EzWriter buffer to its initial state.

Read Command

Explains the command to read a swiped card.

Write Command

Details the command to write data to a swiped card.

WRITE Passbook Command

READ Passbook Command

Communication Test Command

LED Control Commands

Sensor Test Command

Ram Test Command

Set Leading Zero Command

Check Leading Zero Command

Erase Card Command

Track Density Commands

Select Track 2 BPI Command

Explains how to set the BPI density for Track 2.

Select Track 1 BPI Command

Details how to set the BPI density for Track 1.

Select Track 3 BPI Command

Describes how to set the BPI density for Track 3.

Raw Data Commands

Read Raw Data Command

Explains the command to read raw card data without ASCII decoding.

Write Raw Data Command

Details the command to write raw data to a card.

Get Device Model Command

Firmware and Status Commands

Get Firmware Version Command

Explains how to retrieve the EzWriter firmware version.

Set BPC Command

Details the command to set bits per character for each track.

Set Hi-Co Command

Explains the command to set the reader/writer for Hi-Co card writing.

Set Low-Co Command

Details the command to set the reader/writer for Low-Co card writing.

Get Hi-Co/Low-Co Status Command

Describes how to get the current write status (Hi-Co or Low-Co).

Detecting EzWriter Command

Explains the command to detect the EzWriter's presence.

Protocol and Data Formats

Shift to AMC Protocol Command

Details the command to shift the protocol to AMC mode.

Data Formats

Describes the formats for data blocks, card data, and status bytes.

Initialization and Write Examples

Initialization Commands

Explains commands related to device initialization and testing.

WRITE DATA Example

Provides an example of the write data command sequence.

READ DATA Example

AMC Compatible Command Set

USI Protocols

Describes the USI0 and USI1 protocols for AMC communication.

Protocol Selection

Explains how to select between USI0 and USI1 protocols.

Flow Control

Describes flow control mechanisms (XOFF/XON) for communication.

AMC Commands and Responses

Reader Commands Summary

Summarizes commands for manipulating reader status and LEDs.

Reader Command Details

Transmission Control Commands

Covers Resume, Pause, and Retransmit commands.

Version and Reset Commands

Explains Version Report, Abort, and Warm Reset commands.

Configuration and Card Detect Commands

LED Control Commands

LED Flash Commands

Buzzer Commands

Magstripe Card Read Commands

Magstripe Card Read Command Summary

Summarizes commands for reading magnetic stripe data from cards.

Card Reading Commands

Arm to Read Commands

Details commands to prepare the unit for reading a card.

Transmit Standard Data Commands

Describes commands to transmit ISO standard data for tracks.

Transmit Track Data Commands

Explains commands to transmit track data with specific ISO formats.

Transmit Error Data Command

Transmit Custom Data Commands

Write Verify Command

Magstripe Card Write Commands

Magstripe Card Write Command Summary

Summarizes commands for writing magnetic stripe data to cards.

Data Loading Commands

Load ISO Standard Data Commands

Explains commands to load standard ISO data for encoding tracks.

Load ISO Data Commands

Details commands to load ISO data for non-standard track assignments.

Load Passbook Data Command

Describes the command to load passbook data for tracks 2/3.

Load Custom Data Commands

Density Commands (Set Write Density)

Write Current Commands

Set Default Write Current Command

Explains the command to set the default write current.

Review Default Write Current Command

Describes the command to view the default write current.

Set Temporary Write Current Command

Review Temporary Write Current Command

Arm to Write Commands

Arm to Write with RAW Verification Command

Details the command to arm for writing with RAW verification.

Arm to Write, no RAW Verification Command

Arm to Write, with RAW and Speed Prompts Command

Reader Responses

Solicited Responses Summary

Summarizes solicited responses from the reader.

Unsolicited Responses Summary

Summarizes unsolicited responses from the reader.

AMC Protocol Information

AMC R/W vs. EzWriter Differences

Highlights functions not supported by EzWriter compared to AMC R/W.

Special AMC Emulation Settings

Describes special settings for AMC emulation applications.

Settings Method

Maintenance

Appendix A: Outline Drawings

Appendix B: Card Formats

ISO Card Format

Details the ISO standard format for magnetic stripe cards.

Alphanumeric Character Set

Lists the alphanumeric characters allowed for Track 1.

Numeric Character Set

AAMVA Card Format

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