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Biometric Scanner Setup - Horus Model

This article will step you through how to set up your new Biometric Scanner.

Table of Contents

  1. Connecting to Wi-Fi

  2. Enrolling Biometrics

  3. Adding a User Password

  4. Turning Off Voice Prompts

  5. Adding New Work Codes (Timecloud Job Tracking Module)

  6. Locating the Serial Number

  7. Important Notes

Connecting to Wi-Fi

To connect your scanner to your Wi-Fi network, follow these steps:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 4 small squares.

  2. Navigate to Wi-Fi Settings: Select "System Settings” then “Network Settings” then "Wi-Fi Settings".

  3. Select Your Network: Choose your Wi-Fi network from the list.

  4. Enter Password: Input your Wi-Fi password.

  5. Connect: Press "Connect to Wi-Fi (OK)".

Troubleshooting: If the connection fails, double-check your password for accuracy and try again.

Enrolling Biometrics

To enrol employee biometrics:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 4 small squares.

  2. Go to User Management: Select "User management".

  3. Find the Employee: Scroll with your finger or search their name in the search bar. Employees should automatically sync from Timecloud to your scanner.

  4. Select and Edit: Once the employee is located, select their name to edit their profile.

  5. Assign User Role:

    1. * Normal User: For regular employees.

    2. * Super Admin: For managers or supervisors who require access to the scanner's main menu.

  6. Choose Biometric Method: Select "Fingerprint", or "Face".

    1. To ensure consistent and reliable clocking, we recommend enrolling users with at least two forms of biometrics. This provides a backup method for authentication if one biometric fails or is unavailable.

  7. Follow On-Screen Instructions: Complete the enrolment process as guided by the on-screen prompts.

Adding a User Password

Allow employees to clock in using a password:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 3 horizontal lines.

  2. Go to User Management: Select "User management".

  3. Find the Employee: Scroll with your finger or search their name in the search bar. Employees should automatically sync from Timecloud to your scanner.

  4. Select and Edit: Once the employee is located, select their name to edit their profile.

  5. Set Password: Select "Password" and set a 6-digit PIN. Press "OK".

Note: For employees to clock in using their password, they must first enter their 6-digit Timecloud employee ID using the user icon in the lower-left corner of the Home Screen.

Turning Off Voice Prompts

To disable voice prompts:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 4 small squares.

  2. Go to System Settings: Select "System Settings" then "Sound Settings".

  3. Turn Off Voice Prompt: Toggle "Voice Prompt" to OFF OR adjust Voice Volume using the sliding toggle.

Adding New Work Codes (For accounts with Timecloud's Job Tracking Module)

To add new work codes:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 3 horizontal lines.

  2. Go to Work Code: Select "Work Code" then "Work Codes List".

  3. Enter Work Code Information:

    1. * ID: Find this within your Timecloud account in the Job Tracking module.

    2. * Name: Use the same name as listed in your Timecloud account.

Locating the Serial Number

To find your device's serial number:

  1. Access the Main Menu: Press the icon in the bottom right-hand corner with the 3 horizontal lines.

  2. Go to System Settings: Select "System Settings" then "About Device".

  3. View Serial Number: Scroll down to “Device Info”. The serial number will be displayed.

Important Notes

Timecloud does not recommend changing any other settings on your device. These have been pre-configured for your specific workflow. If you have questions about your configuration, please contact our support team.