PURPOSE

Document providing steps to use the built in Logicwash software and the RFID/AWID software on the Kiosk.

PROCESS

Logicwash Backend Screen Kiosk

WARNING: Logicwash is currently unable to make the proper changes to the RFID Reader and should only be used to check if the RFID Reader is functioning.

How to Access the RFID Page

1. Use an Access Card or an employee backend code to access the backend screen.
2. Select the RFID Status.
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3. Use the “Start”, “Clear”, and “Cancel” Buttons to see if the RFID Reader can read a membership tag.
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4. NOTE: Custom Power works, but it is advised to avoid using the Logicwash program to make the change to the RFID Reader.

RFID Test/AWID Demo on Kiosk Desktop

How to Connect to the RFID Reader

1. Launch the RFID Test or AWID Demo Shortcut from the Desktop.
   • NOTE: It may be named “RFID” or “AWID”.
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2. Select the MPR-2010BR from the Select a Reader drop down menu.
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3. Select the COM Port that the RFID Reader is plugged into.
   • For Pegasus Kiosks, the default is COM4.
   • For XPT and Mister Kiosks, the default is COM1 or COM2.
   • NOTE: Any COM Port higher than COM4 is never used.
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4. Hit the “Connect” button.
5. You will know it is connected when the other options are no longer greyed out.
6. If you encounter issues, use the Guide: RFID - TROUBLESHOOT READER FUNCTIONALITY

How to Adjust Output Attenuation Level

1. Connect to the RFID Reader same as above
2. In the section for Output Attenuation Level
3. Move the slider, change the number, or hit the up/down arrows to change the level.
   • Standard Settings are start at 60 and can range between 50 and 80.
   • Make these adjustments in increments of 5 at a time
   • Raising the number toward 80 is to cut back on cross read chances.
   • Lowering the number toward 50 will increase reads.
   • NOTE: The goal is to adjust to find the setting that gives the most consistent read without being read in the adjoining lane.
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4. Click Submit to write the new value to the RFID Reader.
5. Test and Verify RFID Tags work as intended, following the instructions below.

 Note: The attenuation controls how much energy is being broadcasted out to energize a tag.  More energy out means more energy for a tag to broadcast back to the reader with.

How to Test RFID Tags

1. Connect to the RFID Reader same as above
2. Press Start.
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3. Verify an RFID Tag is scanned where the typical car windshield would approach the kiosk. This may require a 2nd person.
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4. Scan a tag while standing one car length back from the kiosk. 
5. Have the person at the kiosk adjust attenuation so that the tag is NOT being read. 
   • Instructions shown above
6. Attempt to get the tag to read in each adjacent lane
7. Re-verify that the tag reads in the proper lane ONLY
8. Click the Stop button when you are done testing.
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9. If the Stop command was successful, the program will let you know.
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HISTORY