Polaroid ID-3000 Operating Instructions Manual

ID-3000

Digital Security and

Identification System

Version 2.4

Operating instructions

Film output configuration

©Copyright Polaroid Corporation 1990, 1991, 1992., 1993

©Polaroid Corporation Cambridge, MA 02139

9/23/93

Polaroid ID-3000

Digital Security and Identification System

Version 2.4

Film Output Configuration

Operating Instructions

Polaroid Corporation

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139

Contents

Introduction 1

Purpose of These Instructions 1

Other Instructions Required 1

Conventions in This Manual 2

Obtaining Assistance 2

FCC Notice 2

ID-3000 Description 3

System Components 4

Typical System Setup 9

ID Card Types 9

General Operating Information 11

Typical Menu Layout 11

Making Menu Selections 11

Returning to Previous Menus 12

Help Screens 12

Startup and Shutdown 13

Starting the System 13

Logging In 15

Logging Out 16

Turning Off the System 18

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Digital Security and Identification System

Version 2.4

Film Output Configuration

Operating Instructions

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Card Issue and Verification 21

Issue and Verification Overview 21

Reaching the Issue and Verify Menu 22

Making a New ID Card 25

Capturing Images Only 47

Entering Applicant Data Only 63

Verifying Data and Images 68

Reissuing an ID Card 72

Searching a Database 87

Access to the Database Search Feature 87

Searching a Single Field 88

Searching Multiple Fields 89

Using Wildcards 89

Specifying a Search Range 89

Sorting Displayed Records 91

Choosing Displayed Fields 92

Saving and Reusing Search Templates 94

Displaying a complete record 97

Film Output Unit Adjustments 99

Changing ID Card Tint 100

Lightening or Darkening the Card 102

Changing Portrait Tint 104

Lightening or Darkening the Portrait 107

Adjusting the Film Timers 109

Portrait Camera Adjustments 113

Selecting the Image Type 114

Selecting Resolution 116

Adjusting Portrait Contrast 117

Adjusting Portrait Brightness 118

Signature Scanner Adjustment 121

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Portrait Scanner Adjustment 125

Calibrating the Scanner 125

Replacing the Portrait Scanner Fuse 127

Adjusting the Portrait Capture Area 128

Restoring the Factory-Set Capture Area 132

Changing the Film Type Setting 135

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 137

Loading the Film 137

No White Tab 139

No Yellow Tab 140

Cleaning the Developer Rollers 141

Picture Faults and Causes 142

Diagnosing Scanner Problems 144

Remote Portrait-Taking Tips 147

Glossary of Terms 151

Index 153

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Introduction

Purpose of These Instructions

These instructions are intended for use by operators of

the Polaroid ID-3000 Digital Security and Identification

System equipped with a film output unit and ID-3000

software version 2.4. These instructions also apply to

systems with the optional color portrait scanner, which

captures portraits from color photographs. In addition,

these instructions can be used with ID-3000 systems

equipped with the optional access control interface.

For purposes of these instructions, operators are de-

fined as personnel who use the ID-3000 for issuing ID

cards, verifying identities, searching databases and per-

forming the routine maintenance and adjustments neces-

sary in performing those tasks.

Other Instructions Required

Security supervisors and managers should refer to

Polar-

oid ID-1000, ID-2000 and ID-3000 System Management

Instructions

for such supervisory functions as assigning

passwords and usernames, creating reports and manag-

ing databases and files. The system management in-

structions also list additional references and instructions

necessary for supervisory and management activities.

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Conventions in This Manual

For clarity of presentation, the following conventions are

used in these instructions:

Bold type indicates text characters to be typed

on the keyboard and special keys to be pressed:

Type r to select the report menu.

Press the F2 key to display more informa-

tion.

Computer-screen type indicates messages or

menu items appearing on the screen.

The message Please Wait may appear on

the screen.

Note also that this manual sometimes refers to the

ID-3000 system as simply the "ID-3000."

Obtaining Assistance

For technical assistance, call Polaroid toll-free from

within the U.S.A., Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern

Time:

1-800-432-5355

Or write to:

Polaroid Resource Center

784 Memorial Dr. 3M

Cambridge, MA 02139.

FCC Notice

Warning: This equipment generates, uses, and can radi-

ate radio frequency energy and if not properly installed

and used in accordance with these instructions, may

cause interference to radio communications. It has been

tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A

computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of

FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable

protection against such interference when operated in a

commercial environment.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely

to cause interference in which case the user at his own

expense will be required to take whatever measures

may be required to correct the interference.

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ID-3000 Description

The Polaroid ID-3000 Digital Security and Identification

System is a computerized workstation for producing

highly secure photo- identification cards and for electroni-

cally storing text data, portraits and other identification

images for each applicant. The system includes all

equipment for capturing portraits and other images and

entering applicant text data.

Electronic storage of applicant information allows rapid

retrieval for updating, reissuing and verifying. It also al-

lows data stored on other, non-ID-3000 systems to be

imported and reused without recapturing images or re-

typing data.

Multiple identification-card formats can be stored in the

system, and each applicant’s appropriate format can be

selected automatically or manually at the time of issue.

The ID-3000 system can be linked to other computers in

a network system, or it can be operated as a completely

self-contained, stand-alone unit. In either configuration,

a system of passwords and usernames prevents un-

authorized use and provides a detailed record of all ac-

tivities.

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System Components

The ID-3000 system consists of the following compo-

nents:

A. Live portrait camera

B. Display

C. Computer

D. Portrait scanner (optional)

E. Keyboard

F. Laminator

G. Diecutter

H. Film output unit

Because ID-3000 systems are specially configured to

meet customer requirements, your system may not have

all the components shown. It may also have additional

components.

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Live portrait camera

The ID-3000 live portrait camera captures the appli-

cant’s color portrait for use on the ID card and for elec-

tronic storage. It includes an electronic flash for

consistent, high-quality portraits.

Display

The ID-3000 display presents the operator with menus,

prompts and applicant data for guidance through the

card issue and verification operations. It also displays

the applicant’s portrait (as captured by the portrait cam-

era or as stored in the system) and any other identifica-

tion images captured or stored by the system.

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Computer

The ID-3000 computer controls the operation of all other

components. The control unit also stores data and im-

ages or communicates via a computer network to store

and retrieve data and images.

Portrait scanner

The optional portrait scanner captures portraits from pho-

tographs. These portraits can be substituted for live

video portraits, then used for ID cards and stored on the

ID-3000 system.

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Keyboard

The keyboard allows the ID-3000 operator to control sys-

tem operations and enter applicant data.

Film output unit

The film output unit prints a full-color ID card image (in-

cluding a portrait and other images) on instant film,

ready for diecutting and laminating. The unit has a film

holder (A) for ID-2000 instant film and also houses the

optional signature scanner (B). A post (C) attached to

the unit supports the live portrait camera.

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Diecutter

The diecutter trims the ID card image printed by the ther-

mal output unit to the precise size required for laminat-

ing.

Laminator

For added durability and tamper-resistance, the ID-3000

laminator provides carefully controlled heat and pres-

sure for sealing the diecut ID card image inside a trans-

parent security pouch.

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Typical System Setup

The typical ID-3000 system is arranged with a portrait

chair facing the live portrait camera. Applicants should

be positioned about 60 inches from the camera during

portrait-taking.

The operator should be seated facing the display and

should have the keyboard, portrait camera and printers

within convenient reach.

ID Card Types

The ID-3000 is capable of producing an almost infinite

variety of ID card formats. The ID cards produced by

your system have been custom-programmed for your or-

ganization’s requirements. Your system may also allow

you to select among multiple formats for issuing a differ-

ent card format to each class of ID card applicants.

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General Operating Information

Typical Menu Layout

ID-3000 menus are usually arranged as follows:

A. Menu

B. Explanation of currently highlighted

menu item

Making Menu Selections

Selections from ID-3000 menus usually can be made in

either of two ways:

• Use the ↑ and ↓ keys to highlight the

desired item, then press the Enter key.

• Type the first letter of the desired menu

item. For example, type m to select

Make a New ID Card.

Issue or Verify Badges

Log Out or Shut Off System

Create and Print Reports

Database Management

File Maintenance

Utilities

System Operations

Main Menu

Issue a New Badge or Verify an Existing One

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Returning to Previous Menus

To return to the menu from which the current menu or

screen was selected, press the Esc key. Repeatedly

pressing the Esc key eventually returns you to the main

menu.

Help Screens

To obtain on-screen information about any menu or

screen, press the F1 key while that menu or screen is

displayed.

To display an explanation of one item on a data-entry

screen, use the ↑ and ↓ keys to move the highlight to

the item. Then press the F2 key.

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Startup and Shutdown

Starting the System

Note: If the ID-3000 components are plugged into a

power strip, use the power strip on/off switch

to turn on all the equipment simultaneously.

Then begin startup at step 2 on page 14.

1. Turn on the ID-3000 components as follows:

a. Turn on the power switch (A) on the

back of the film output unit.

b. If your system has the optional portrait

scanner, turn on the power switch on

the back of the scanner (B).

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b. Press the computer power button (C).

2. Wait until the software automatically loads and dis-

plays the ID-3000 login screen.

If your ID-3000 system is connected to a

computer network or a mainframe computer,

a screen message will ask you to connect to

the network or mainframe before it displays

the ID-3000 login screen. See your network

or mainframe manager for your connection

procedures.

3. Continue with "Logging In" on the next page.

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Password:

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Logging In

Note: Before you can log into the ID-3000 system,

the login screen must be on the display.

If it is not, another user is logged onto the system;

you must log out (see page 16) before follow-

ing the steps below.

1. Type your username, then press the Enter key.

Polaroid ID-3000

Username:

Password:

Log in and press F10

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2. Type your password, then press the F10 key. If you

typed a valid username and password, the ID-3000

main menu appears.

If you typed either your username or pass-

word incorrectly, the message

Invalid en-

try

appears. In this case, press the space

bar and carefully repeat steps 1 and 2.

You are now ready to issue or verify identification cards

as described on page 21.

Logging Out

Use the following steps to log out if you are turning op-

eration over to another person or leaving the system run-

ning and unattended.

Note: If you are turning the system off, you do

not need to log out. Logout will be per-

formed automatically when you follow the

steps in "Turning Off the System" on page 18.

1. Press the Esc key until the main menu appears.

Issue or Verify Badges

Log Out or Shut Off System

Create and Print Reports

Database Management

File Maintenance

Utilities

System Operations

Main Menu

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