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User Guide -
VTAP100 cloud capable reader -
USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
VTAP100-PRO-BW
Revised May 2024 v1.34

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  • Page 1 User Guide - VTAP100 cloud capable reader - USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi VTAP100-PRO-BW Revised May 2024 v1.34...
  • Page 2 No part of this User Guide may be published or reproduced without the written permission of Dot Origin Ltd except for personal use. This User Guide relates to correct use of the VTAP PRO reader only. No liability can be accepted under any circumstances relating to the operation of the user’s own PC, network or infrastructure.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    VTAP MOBILE WALLET READERS Contents 1  Using this guide 2  How a VTAP100-PRO works 3  Cloud mode 3.1 First time using VTAP PRO reader in Cloud mode 3.2 Configure VTAP PRO reader in Cloud mode 3.3 Bluetooth BLE keyboard emulation in Cloud mode 3.4 Bluetooth scanner input in Cloud mode...
  • Page 4 WARNING: POWER SUPPLY - VTAP100-PRO EMC emissions and immunity certifications are only valid when using the VTAP100-PRO-BW with the supplied cable, connected to a 5V USB port or power adapter. WARNING: POWER SUPPLY - VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 I/O expansion board If a VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 I/O expansion board is being used to control mains voltages, the installation should be undertaken by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 5 This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and a human body. VTAP100-PRO-BW USER GUIDE © DOT ORIGIN PAGE III...
  • Page 6 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la ISED établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance minimale de 20 cm entre le radiateur et un corps humain. VTAP100-PRO-BW USER GUIDE © DOT ORIGIN PAGE IV...

  • Page 7: Using This Guide

    Wi-Fi to VTAP Cloud. If it will operate in Local mode more configuration will be required. The VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 expansion I/O board is an option for VTAP100 PRO readers to enable more complex actions to follow a pass read. The use of this optional board is also described in this guide.

  • Page 8: How A Vtap100-Pro Works

    Bluetooth and Input/Output features, but without Wi-Fi. In Cloud mode, the VTAP100-PRO-BW is connected only to a local power supply and to a Wi-Fi network. Whenever a pass is presented, data is sent to the VTAP Cloud management platform, which can optionally be linked to a third party platform such as a loyalty platform.

  • Page 9: Cloud Mode

    Internet, through Wi-Fi, act as a Bluetooth keyboard or take input from a Bluetooth barcode/QR code scanner. The VTAP100 PRO can also act as a dynamic BLE beacon in Cloud mode. You can choose applications on the VTAP Cloud platform to return appropriate payloads in response to a successful pass tap, potentially to a BT host device connected to the VTAP.
  • Page 10 LED signal is flashing or steady. 3.1.2 Change Wi-Fi configuration in Cloud mode By default the VTAP100-PRO-BW will search for a Wi-Fi network called ‘VTAP’ with a password of ‘passreader’. Or we may have already added another network SSID to the configuration at your request, in which case you can use that network instead.
  • Page 11 1. Take a phone or laptop, and disconnect it from Wi-Fi networks it might use automatically. 2. Find the VTAP100-PRO-BW serial number, which you will find on a sticker on the base of your VTAP PRO reader: The hotspot set up by this example will be called '<serial> Setup', so here it is 'CC203559 Setup', with WPA-PSK security and password 'passreader'.

  • Page 12: Configure Vtap Pro Reader In Cloud Mode

    The VTAP will then attempt to join that network, and then the VTAP Cloud. When the Wi-Fi connection is successful, the mobile phone or laptop will be disconnected from the VTAP hotspot. The LEDs on the VTAP100-PRO-BW will turn to steady blue, indicating a connection to the VTAP Cloud platform.

  • Page 13: Bluetooth Ble Keyboard Emulation In Cloud Mode

    VTAP PRO reader to flash its LED or beep, or to send part of the received pass data over a USB keyboard interface. Dot Origin will provide or collaborate on public or private scripts to suit the intended application.

  • Page 14: Ble Beacon In Cloud Mode

    3.4.1 Pairing and connecting with NETUM C750 barcode scanner Follow these steps to pair and connect your VTAP100-PRO-BW with the NETUM C750 barcode/QR code scanner, assuming our support team has set your reader up for this: 1. Switch on the NETUM scanner and press the top button once, enabling the pairing. The scanner will beep when button is pressed.

  • Page 15: Local Mode

    Bluetooth BLE features are available in Local mode, and can be configured without a VTAP Cloud connection. Local mode offers all the features of more basic VTAP100 readers. It may be controlled over a USB COMport or serial interface, or emulate a USB keyboard, for output to a POS terminal for example.

  • Page 16: Bluetooth Ble Keyboard Emulation In Local Mode

    Local mode). 4.2.1 Update firmware on VTAP PRO reader in Local mode Firmware updates can be done by simply copying a vtapware.dat file to the VTAP100 PRO USB mass storage file system. If the VTAP PRO mass storage drive is inaccessible, the firmware file can also be sent over Zmodem.

  • Page 17: Bluetooth Scanner Input In Local Mode

    Remote management commands described in the VTAP Commands Reference Guide. 2. The VTAP100-PRO-BW will now appear as a BLE keyboard to nearby Bluetooth host devices, with the name <VTAP Serial number>, for example ‘CC123456'. 3. As no PIN is defined, you can pair and connect to a host device (such as a mobile phone or a PC with Bluetooth) without any PIN.

  • Page 18: Ble Beacon In Local Mode

    VCBOOT.TXT or the ?vcb response will contain a line with the syntax: Paired: <number of paired devices>,<names of the paired devices>. For instance Paired: 1,C barcode scanner. 4. The VTAP100-PRO-BW is now ready to read any data coming from that paired Bluetooth input device, and send it over to the selected interface (set in BTScannerOutput). 4.5 BLE beacon in Local mode To set beacons in Local mode, the following setting must be saved in the config.txt file to...

  • Page 19: Using Vtap Pro I/O Expansion Board

    LED pattern, a beep and a relay output. The VTAP PRO reader would action the beep, but any LED pattern or sequence and relay output will be passed on to the VTAP100-PRO-EXP1, which will then toggle the relay coil ON or OFF, following the script.

  • Page 20: Input

    This input can trigger a custom script, saved on VTAP Cloud platform, to perform tasks such as a beep, LED sequence, or output contact trigger. CAUTION: Ensure that there is always a common ground between the VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 (via 0V pin on Input connector) and the connected equipment.

  • Page 21: Serial Led Output

    5.5 Control expansion board in Local mode The VTAP100 PRO I/O expansion board can be used with the VTAP100-PRO-BW in Local mode, using serial interface VTAP dynamic commands to switch the two relays, or to read the input status. (It is not possible to use serial LEDs on the expansion board with a VTAP PRO reader in Local mode.)
  • Page 22 <relay_num> is currently either 0 or 1 to refer to the two available relays <action> can be one or more in a series of actions, as required, each separated by a space. Actions can be one of: VTAP100-PRO-BW USER GUIDE © DOT ORIGIN PAGE 16...

  • Page 23: Use Case For The I/O Expansion Board

    In this case the VTAP100- PRO-EXP1 might be used to connect to a door lock. The VTAP100-PRO, on reading a valid pass or card, energises the relay coil on the VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 to open the door.
  • Page 24 (NC) connections from the relay. Typically, power to the door lock monitor would flow through the CO and NC connectors on the VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 I/O expansion board. In this case, choosing NO and CO would produce a fail secure alternative. However, this behaviour depends entirely on your door lock design.

  • Page 25: Power

    VTAP MOBILE WALLET READERS 6   Power The VTAP100-PRO-BW comes with a USB cable for power. It can also be used to access the mass storage drive (if enabled), USB keyboard emulation and USB COMPort. If the optional VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 expansion board is used, the VTAP100 PRO reader can be powered using the 0.5m cable provided, from the I/O board.

  • Page 26: Environment, Mounting And Branding

    Ambient temperature -25 to +70°C (-13 to 158°F) Humidity 0 to 95% RH non-condensing Pressure 86-106kPa The VTAP100-PRO requires connection of its captive USB cable to a standard 5V USB port or power adapter. The VTAP100-PRO is supplied in a compact case.
  • Page 27 Figure 7-3 Dimensions of label recess in -CC compact case The VTAP100-PRO-EXP1 has two mounting holes on its base plate for fixing. The following diagram shows the location of mounting holes in the base plate of its case:...

  • Page 28: Find Your Hardware Version

    If you can connect your VTAP PRO reader to a PC, you can easily check the BOOT.TXT file. If mass storage is enabled on your VTAP100 PRO reader If you navigate to the VTAP PRO reader in the computer's file system. It will appear as an attached mass storage device and list the files contained, including the BOOT.TXT file.

  • Page 29: Disposal

    WEEE Regulations within the EU. VTAP PRO reader (PCB and cables) should not be disposed of in general waste. If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), please contact your supplier for further information. VTAP100-PRO-BW USER GUIDE © DOT ORIGIN PAGE 23...

  • Page 30: A  Default Local Mode Config.txt File

    Serial2Settings=115200,n,8,1 BTKeyboardMode=1 Note: It is possible to ‘break’ the VTAP100-PRO-BW if an incorrect config.txt or file is uploaded, for instance switching off Cloud mode when the reader is intended to work through VTAP Cloud. Contact vtap-support@dotorigin.com if you need Dot Origin to help recover your device.

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