Kadtronix WCDL Quick Reference Installation Manual

Wi-fi card data logger (wcdl) for rfid card logging applications

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Wi-Fi Card Data Logger (WCDL)
for RFID Card Logging Applications
Quick-Reference Installation Guide
Revision 1.7 – 03/10/24
Kenneth Delahoussaye Consulting
web: www.kadtronix.com
email: kadtronix@att.net
Copyright © 2015 - 2024
All rights reserved
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  • Page 1 Wi-Fi Card Data Logger (WCDL) for RFID Card Logging Applications Quick-Reference Installation Guide Revision 1.7 – 03/10/24 Kenneth Delahoussaye Consulting web: www.kadtronix.com email: kadtronix@att.net Copyright © 2015 - 2024 All rights reserved 1 of 19...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction......................3 WCDL Client Software....................5 Available Software Editions..................6 Licensing........................7 Hardware Installation & Wiring..................8 Operational Status LED.....................9 RFID Card-Scans.......................9 Power / Reset Switch (optional)................10 Realtime Clock (RTC)....................10 Wi-Fi Configuration Setup..................11 Wi-Fi Comms Status Indicators................13 LAN Interface Setup (if applicable)................14 Initialize WC-6150 Device..................16...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The Wi-Fi Card Data Logger (WCDL) provides realtime logging of compatible proximity card records. It is a plug-and-play solution that consists of reader/controller unit (shown above) and companion Windows software (WCDL Client). The hardware combines RFID (proximity) reader and non-volatile storage for up to 4000+ card transactions. (Capacity is doubled with optional memory expansion.)
  • Page 4 Measuring 8" x 4.75" x 1.25" (excluding antenna), the WCDL unit is simple to install and requires no communications wiring. Accepting cards, fobs, or other format-compatible media, it is ideal for use in applications requiring offline capture of user transactions: •...
  • Page 5: Wcdl Client Software

    Wi-Fi enabled WC-6150 remote devices. Kadtronix WCDL Client for Windows This application is available for download at the Kadtronix website and includes a “Lite” edition that is free to use for evaluation purposes. (Compatible operating system versions include Windows 95, Vista, 7, 10, and above.) Use the secure link below to download the...
  • Page 6: Available Software Editions

    Available Software Editions Kadtronix WCDL Client software is available in the several editions and provides the following features: Lite (Free) Edition: Wireless TCP/IP communication via Wi-Fi • Automatically download queued card data records from remote reader units. • Retrieve and save card data transaction records to files on your computer •...
  • Page 7: Licensing

    Licensing After installing Kadtronix software on your computer, it must be appropriately licensed for use. An instructional PDF guide has been created for your convenience. The guide explains how to request a license key and subsequently activate your license. Use the link below to download and view this tutorial guide.
  • Page 8: Hardware Installation & Wiring

    (not included). Drill suitable pilot holes and apply anchor hardware and/or suitable fasteners. Before affixing WCDL unit to the intended mounting surface, perform wiring operations listed below. (Refer to TB-1 Wiring Connections for details.)
  • Page 9: Operational Status Led

    Operational Status LED WC-6150 controller includes onboard green status LED (located adjacent to the wiring terminal block) which provides a visual indication of the current operating state as listed in the table below: LED Activity Meaning Slow periodic activity (on 1 sec., off No host connection (offline), no stored 1 sec.) card data records...
  • Page 10: Power / Reset Switch (Optional)

    Power / Reset Switch (optional) While the WCDL is designed to provide years of reliable, trouble-free service, events including power surges and other anomalies can impact device operation. To combat these issues, you may wish to consider the following protections: Surge suppressor •...
  • Page 11: Wi-Fi Configuration Setup

    Wi-Fi Configuration Setup Before a WCDL unit can be used it must be configured with a unique static IP address. In addition, appropriate network parameters must be provided. The list below summarizes the required information: Static IP address • SSID / passphrase •...
  • Page 12 Power up the WC-6150 controller. • If you haven't already done so, download Kadtronix WCDL Client software to • your Windows computer. After installing the software, invoke the WCDL Client application. • Initiate the Wi-Fi configuration tool and fill in the requested fields with required •...
  • Page 13: Wi-Fi Comms Status Indicators

    Wi-Fi Comms Status Indicators The onboard WLAN interface module (a.k.a., Wi-Fi transceiver) provides several onboard communications status LED indicators: red, green, & yellow. (The WLAN module is a 1- inch x 2-inch daughter-card that is mounted atop the WC-6150 controller board.) Prior to configuration, red and green indicators at the WLAN module will be constantly flashing.
  • Page 14: Lan Interface Setup (If Applicable)

    (A static IP address is required by the host software to allow it to properly locate and identify your hardware.) The WCDL Client software provides an integrated utility for performing network setup using the following menu option: Tools ->...
  • Page 15 Connect one end of the Ethernet crossover cable to the RJ-45 connector on the • WC-6150-LAN controller. Connect the opposite end to the PC. Open the WCDL Client software application on your PC. • Invoke the following menu option: •...
  • Page 16: Initialize Wc-6150 Device

    The file content consists of a header and one or more data records. Each data record consists of date, time, and card number as shown below: MM-DD-YY HH:MM:SS NNNNNNNNN The sample listing below demonstrates the file content: WCDL Client Software: v1.2.0, Badge Reader: WC-6150, v1.01, ID=00000000 12-31-10 08:10:01 010065523 12-31-10 08:29:12 010065135 12-31-10 09:41:53 010065212...
  • Page 17: Tb-1 Wiring Connections

    TB-1 Wiring Connections WC-6150 controller provides a 14-position terminal block with the following screw terminal connections: 1. Ground 2. +12VDC in/out 3. +5V out (200 mA max.) 4. N/A 5. DATA0 (ext. card reader) 6. DATA1 (ext. card reader) 7. Ground 8.
  • Page 18: External Reader Wiring

    External Reader Wiring The WCDL unit is typically supplied with a compatible, pre-connected RFID proximity reader. If an alternative reader is preferred, there are many possible selections. The following reader is one example that has been tested with Kadtronix WC-6150 controllers:...
  • Page 19 Outdoor Unit (optional) The WCDL product is designed for indoor use. However, an outdoor unit is available upon request. Please contact Kadtronix for details. Note: The outdoor unit consists of a shell that is IP65 rated. However, the shell has been modified to include wire entry opening(s).

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