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Advanced Card Systems ACR350 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ACR350 Secure Validator with QR Code Scanner User Manual V1.02 Subject to change without prior notice info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk...
  • Page 2 Version History Date Changes Version  2021-03-16 Initial 1.00.00  Modified against FW1.2.1 2022-04-20 1.01.00  Review and Modified the content 2022-04-27 1.02.00 Page 2 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.3.1. Preparing the Components ..................12 2.3.2. Installing ACR350 using a Vertical Pole ..............17 2.3.3. Installing the ACR350 using a Horizontal Pole ............24 2.4. Turning the Device ON/OFF ....................31 2.4.1. Turning on the Device ....................31 2.4.2.
  • Page 4 Figure 37 : Power OFF Module ......................56 Figure 38 : Car Key Ignition Position ....................56 Figure 39 : Example State Change and ACR350 Demo Screen according to Car Ignition (Refer to Table 7 for the Screen) ......................... 57 List of Tables Table 1 : ACR350 Parts Description .......................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Protecting the bus validator from harsh environments is its IK08 rating for mechanical impact, IP65 rating for dust and water protection and the additional Military Standard MIL-STD-810 for Shock and Vibration. Page 5 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 6: Acr350 Hardware Overview

    Green LED Indicator (For Driver) Red LED Indicator (For Driver) Buzzer Power Button SIM and SD Card Cover Back Cover Table 1: ACR350 Parts Description Page 6 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 7: Connection Ports

    (12P socket MOLEX 5018761240, mate with 501646 plug) Ethernet Socket for External GPS Antenna SAM Cover with 4 ISO7816 SAM Socket inside Table 2: ACR350 Connection Ports Description Page 7 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 8: Input Power, Rs232, Rs485 Pin Assignment

     RS232 - /dev/ttymxc1 (default setting: 115200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit)  RS485 - /dev/ttymxc2 (default setting: 115200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit)  USB disk - /media/udiskp1 Page 8 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 9: Sam Slot Arrangement

    2.1.3. SAM Slot Arrangement The SAM Slot Arrangement is shown in the image below. SAM2 SAM1 SAM4 SAM3 Figure 4: SAM Slot Arrangement Page 9 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 10: Lte Board Description

    Coin Cell Socket for CR2450 (3V) Table 4: ACR350 LTE Board Description Note: Below is the application direct access device paths list:  MicroSD - /media/sdcardp1 Page 10 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 11: Acr350 Evk Components

    There are QR Codes at the back of the cards to emulate both a valid and an expired card. Note: For more information about the demo, please check Section 3.3 - ACR350 Demo Page 11 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk...

  • Page 12: Installing The Back Mount

    The Pole To prepare the pole: 1. On the right side of the pole, check if the holes needed to secure the position of the ACR350 have been well-drilled. For reference, please refer to the illustration below. Note: The position of the holes can be adjusted depending on the requirement...
  • Page 13 To prepare the back mount: 1. Unbox the tools. A back-mount, a key, and a brown box are included in the package. Brown Box Back-mount Page 13 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 14 3. Unlocking the back-mount will cause it to disassemble into three parts: front cover, back cover, and the water-resistant part. Rubber adapters are also included inside the back- mount. Back Cover Front Cover Water-resistant Part Rubber Adapters Page 14 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 15: Table 5: Rubber Adapter According To Pole Size And Orientation

    5. Open the brown box. The following components should be inside the box: Brown Box Metal Part 2 Rubber Part Metal Part 1 Hole Cover Screws Page 15 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 16: Table 6: Hole Cover According To Pole Size And Orientation

    31/32mm 35mm Horizontal VT, VT VT, VT Vertical HT, HT HT, HT Table 6: Hole Cover According to Pole Size and Orientation Page 16 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 17: Installing Acr350 Using A Vertical Pole

    2. Put metal part 1 and metal part 2 on top of the pole and screw them together using PM4*20 screws (4 pieces). The order of screwing is shown on the picture below: Page 17 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk...
  • Page 18 3. Screw the rubber adapters and hole covers using the PB2.0 screws (2 pieces). The exact position is shown on the photos below: Page 18 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 19 Rubber Adapter Rubber Adapter  For 35mm pole: VT-D35 VB-D35 Rubber Adapter Rubber Adapter Hole Cover Hole Cover VB-D35 VT-D35 Rubber Adapter Rubber Adapter Page 19 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 20 Cord) will go through. Make sure that the cables are out so that they may be easily connected to the ACR350 Validator later on. Page 20 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 21 ACR350 Validator later on. 7. Using the key, open the lock. The exact location is shown on the photo below: Page 21 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 22 ACR350 Validator later on. 9. Connect the cables to the ACR350. 10. Mount the ACR350 on the back-mount. Page 22 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 23 11. Using the key, lock the back-mount. Lock Locked Page 23 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 24: Installing The Acr350 Using A Horizontal Pole

    2. Put metal part 1 and metal part 2 on top of the pole and screw them together using PM4*20 screws (4 pieces). The order of screwing is shown on the picture below: Page 24 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk...
  • Page 25 3. Screw the rubber adapters and hole covers using PB2.0 (2 pieces). The exact position is shown in the photos below: Page 25 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 26 Adapter Hole Cover  For 35mm pole: HB-D35 HB-D35 Rubber Rubber Adapter Adapter Hole Cover HT-D35 HT-D35 Rubber Rubber Adapter Adapter Hole Cover Page 26 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 27 Cord) will go through. Make sure that the cables are out so that they may be easily connected to the ACR350 Validator later on. Page 27 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 28 ACR350 Validator later on. 7. Using the key, open the lock. The exact location is shown in the photo below: Page 28 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 29 Validator later on. 9. Connect the cables to the ACR350. 10. Mount the ACR350 on the back-mount. 11. Using the key, lock the back-mount. Page 29 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...
  • Page 30 Lock Locked Page 30 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 31: Turning The Device On/Off

    Note: press the power button once to turn on the device after a power off cycle. The power button is at the back of the device, as shown in the image below: Figure 8: Power Button Page 31 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 32: Ignition Sense

    2.5. Ignition Sense ACR350 has ignition sense function. It can detect the status of ignition signal and let application software to do further action, e.g. switch to maintenance mode for data transfer / data backup. The input of ignition pin is located at the 4-pin power connector as shown below.

  • Page 33: Enabling Console Mode

    2.6. Enabling Console Mode Console mode can be enabled in ACR350 for development. To enable console mode: Components needed:  Jumper (to enable the console mode) 1. Open the 4G cover by unscrewing the 4 screws: 2. On the LTE board, plug in a jumper to enable console mode.

  • Page 34: Accessing Acr350 With Telnet / Ssh Client

    2.7.1. Connect Through RS232 1. Connect the ACR350 to the PC using the RS232 debug console cable. The exact location of the RJ11 serial port at the back of the ACR350 is shown in the image below. Note: Connect the other end of the cable to the PC’s serial port or use a USB-RS232 converter to connect it to the PC’s USB port.

  • Page 35: Connect Through Lan

     Jumper (to enable the console mode)  LAN cable To access with LAN: 1. Connect to the ACR350 using a LAN cable. The exact location of the Ethernet port at the back of the ACR350 is shown in the image below: Figure 14: Ethernet Port 2.
  • Page 36 Note: For more information, please refer to ACR350 API.chm. 2.7.2.1. IP Address of ACR350 Depending on the connection, IP Address of ACR350 can be distributed by DHCP or has to be set up manually. 2.7.2.1.1. Read IP Address from ACR350 Demo...

  • Page 37: Replacing The Backup Battery

    Note: If ACM350-PCD security feature is enabled, the coin cell has to be replaced in short time, otherwise, tampering of ACM350-PCD will be triggered and all the keys will be erased. Page 37 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk...

  • Page 38: Acr350 Software Overview

     QT version: 5.12.8  For the APPLICATION, the file should be placed inside /data.  For the DATA, the file should be placed inside /data. Page 38 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 39: Acr350 Demo

    3.2. ACR350 Demo The ACR350 demo showcases the functionalities of the validator and also serves as a troubleshooting tool. It has eight Modules: Contactless, Connectivity, Barcode, GPS, Card Slot, LED/Speaker, Settings, and Power Off. The details of each module are shown in the succeeding sub- sections.

  • Page 40: Figure 18: Desfire Top-Up

    5. b. Otherwise, an “ERROR” message will be displayed. 4. Present the card on the tapping area Figure 18: DESfire TOP-UP Page 40 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 41: Figure 19: Desfire Pay

    “ERROR” 5. b. Otherwise, message will be displayed. 4. Present the card on the tapping area Figure 19: DESfire PAY Page 41 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 42: Figure 20: Desfire Check Balance

    “ERROR” 5. b. Otherwise, message will be displayed. 4. Present the card on the tapping area. Figure 20: DESfire CHECK BALANCE Page 42 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 43: Figure 21: Emv Contactless Card

    5. b. Otherwise, an “ERROR” message will be displayed. 4. Present the card on the tapping area. Figure 21: EMV Contactless Card Page 43 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 44: Connectivity Module

    3.2.2. Connectivity Module The Connectivity module contains three interfaces, namely Mobile Network, Wifi, and Bluetooth settings. Figure 22: Connectivity Module Page 44 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 45: Figure 23: Connection And Apn Settings

    10. a. End the connection by “Ping”. The ping message will select “APN”. selecting “Disconnect” and “Stop”. be shown. “ ” Figure 23: Connection and APN Settings Page 45 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 46: Figure 24: Ntp Settings

    5. Select “Sync”, and the time 4. Select the domain by will sync with the server. adjusting the arrow. Figure 24: NTP Settings Page 46 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 47: Figure 25: Wi-Fi Settings

    Select “OK”. 13. Select “Disconnect” 14. Select “Down” 15. Wi-Fi will be then “Close”. disconnected Figure 25: Wi-Fi Settings Page 47 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 48: Figure 26: Bluetooth Settings

    9. Select “Device info”. 11. Select “Remove”. 12. Bluetooth device will be 10. The device information will disconnected. be shown. Figure 26: Bluetooth Settings Page 48 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 49: Barcode Module

    3.2.3.1. Barcode / QR code Validity Check Page 1 shows the validity of the barcode on the test cards. Note: test cards are included in the ACR350 EVK. 1. Select “Barcode”. 2. The ACR350 will wait for the card to be presented.

  • Page 50: Figure 28: Barcode / Qr Code Information

    7. Succeeding results will be displayed. The data will be deleted after going back to page 1 or the main menu. Figure 28: Barcode / QR code Information Page 50 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 51: Gps Module

    GPSType. with 4G. 7. Select “BACK” 8. Select “Status” 9. Select “ReceiveData” 10. The information will be shown. Figure 29: GPS Settings Page 51 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 52: Card Slot Module

    2. The cards’ details will be 3. Card details will be shown. “Refreshing” displayed. status means that the reader is retrieving card information. Figure 30: Card Slot Information Page 52 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 53: Led/Speaker Settings Module

    4. The Button’s LED backlight will turn ON and OFF upon selection of the Button LED settings. Figure 31: LED Settings Page 53 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 54: Figure 32: Speaker Settings

    Settings. selected or adjusted. 4. The reader will produce a sound depending on the selected setting. Figure 32: Speaker Settings Page 54 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 55: Settings Module

    1. Select “Settings”. 2. Select “3” on the bottom 3. Select “Auto power off”. right to turn to page 3. Figure 35: Auto Power Settings Page 55 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 56: Power Off Module

    3.2.7.4. Factory Reset --- Picture to be modified Factory reset can be used to clear all data in ACR350 system. This does not clear any data in PCD. Factory Reset 2. Select “Settings”. 3. Select “3” on the bottom 4. Select “Factory Reset”.

  • Page 57: Figure 39 : Example State Change And Acr350 Demo Screen According To Car Ignition (Refer To Table 7 For The Screen)

    Normal Keeping Keeping < House Keeping > House Keeping Timeout Timeout Figure 39: Example State Change and ACR350 Demo Screen according to Car Ignition (Refer to Table 7 for the Screen) State Screen Description Key is at OFF/LOCK position. ACR350 is powered off.

  • Page 58: Table 7 : Description And Screen Shown According To Figure 38

    Key is turned to ACC position from ON. ACR350 enters maintenance mode. Table 7: Description and Screen Shown according to Figure 38 Page 58 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 59: Using Application

    This section shows how to launch an application and load a different application apart from the default demo. Please ensure that the application created for the ACR350 is compiled and built using the required tools. Otherwise, the device will reboot repeatedly.

  • Page 60: Remove Installed Application

    Perform following commands cd /data rm startup.x rm –rf /data/<app_folder> reboot Note: is the application folder where the application files are stored <app_folder> Page 60 of 61 ACR350 Validator with QR Code Scanner – User Manual info@acs.com.hk www.acs.com.hk Version 1.02...

  • Page 61: Re-Flashing The Device

    Plug in the SD card into the SIM slot of the ACR350. Press and hold the second button (Button 1b), then turn on the ACR350. g. The ACR350 will be upgraded automatically. The LED will keep blinking until it turns off. This indicates that re-flashing is completed.
  • Page 62 FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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