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Time and access terminals (ems, Datafox)

These instructions describe how you can commission a terminal (ems and Datafox) yourself.

Datafox Terminals

Datafox Terminals with cable

  • Plug the network cable (LAN cable) into the device and, if necessary
  • Connecting an additional power supply unit
  • Screw the bracket to the wall and tighten the locking screw at the bottom.
  • Insert plug
  • Terminal starts automatically and is ready for operation
  • No further setup necessary

Datafox terminals with WLAN

  • First screw the WLAN antenna to the left side of the device
  • Screw the bracket to the wall.
  • Attach the terminal and plug in the connector, tighten the locking screw at the bottom (devices with WLAN always have a power supply unit)
  • When the device starts, press and hold the logo until the blue menu appears.
  • Click in the device: System menu Bios
  • Enter password, confirm with Enter
  • Communication
  • Interrupt communication
  • Change interface from USB to WIFI
  • Use the arrow to go to the lowest menu item “Settings”
  • Change network
  • Select WIFI
  • Enter password, confirm with Enter
  • Save configuration
  • Select and replace memory location
  • Use “ESC” at the top right to return to the start page and simply click on “INFO” ➜ “Check balance” to test.
  • To see whether the device is connected, briefly press the logo once. An icon will then appear there.

Registering the terminal in the system

  • Log in to your personal ems system.
  • Go to the system settings and click on the “Plus” symbol.
  • After selecting the terminal type, you will be asked to enter the code shown on the display.

ems terminals

Assembly and installation

  • Attaching the mounting plate to the wall
  • Connect the power supply (power supply unit supplied or PoE)
  • Establish an Internet connection (via WiFi, Ethernet or mobile radio)

Connection and configuration

  • After installation, a 4-digit code appears on the display.
  • Log in to your personal ems system.
  • Go to the system settings and click on the “Plus” symbol.
  • After selecting the terminal type, you will be prompted to enter the code displayed.