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[Biometric Scanners](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanners?hsLang=en) # 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](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#wifi) 2. [Enrolling Biometrics](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#enrol) 3. [Adding a User Password](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#password) 4. [Turning Off Voice Prompts](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#voice) 5. [Adding New Work Codes (Timecloud Job Tracking Module)](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#work) 6. [Locating the Serial Number](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#serial) 7. [Important Notes](https://help.jointimecloud.com/biometric-scanner-setup-horus-model#important) ### 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. 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