MULTIFUNCTIONAL DIGITAL COLOR SYSTEMS /
MULTIFUNCTIONAL DIGITAL SYSTEMS
Fingerprint Authentication
Function
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Preface 3
0.Preface
Thank you for purchasing our product.
This manual describes how to use the fingerprint authentication function.
Read this manual so that you can fully understand this function to use it effectively.
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Symbols in this manual
In this manual, some important items are described with the symbols shown below. Be sure to read these items
before using this equipment.
Target audience for this manual
This is a manual that is aimed at general users and administrators.
Model and series names in this manual
In this manual, each model name is replaced with the series name as shown below.
Screens in this manual
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The details on the screens may differ depending on your model and how the equipment is used, such as the status of
the installed options, the OS version and the applications.
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Model name Series name
e-STUDIO2020AC/2520AC/2021AC/2521AC e-STUDIO6525AC Series
e-STUDIO2525AC/3025AC/3525AC/4525AC/5525AC/6525AC
e-STUDIO2528A/3028A/3528A/4528A/5528A/6528A e-STUDIO6528A Series
e-STUDIO6526AC/6527AC/7527AC e-STUDIO7527AC Series
e-STUDIO6529A/7529A/9029A e-STUDIO9029A Series
4 Preface
Terms in this manual
The major terms of the fingerprint authentication functions used in this manual are as below.
Fingerprint image
This is image data of a fingerprint scanned by a fingerprint reader. After a fingerprint template is created, the
fingerprint image is deleted without it being stored in the equipment.
Fingerprint template
This is a file created with a method which compliant with an international biometric standard (ISO19794-2) by
extracting minutiae from a fingerprint image of a registered user. This is registered in the equipment as a file to be
used for collating a fingerprint. No fingerprint image can be reconstructed from the fingerprint template.
Fingerprint database
This is a user information group for logging into the equipment. Each fingerprint template is linked. The fingerprint
database does not include fingerprint templates.
Trademarks
For trademarks, refer to the Safety Information.
CONTENTS 5
CONTENTS
Preface................................................................................................................................................. 3
Chapter 1 Using Fingerprint Authentication Function
Fingerprint Authentication Function....................................................................................................... 8
Fingerprint Authentication Mode................................................................................................................................ 8
Logging into the equipment........................................................................................................................................ 9
Restrictions .................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Fingerprint Authentication Function Setting ......................................................................................... 10
Fingerprint authentication setting............................................................................................................................ 10
Using Fingerprint Authentication Function............................................................................................ 13
Registering the fingerprint ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Logging into the equipment by fingerprint authentication .................................................................................... 14
Deleting the registered fingerprint ........................................................................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................. 20
INDEX .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
6 CONTENTS
1.Using Fingerprint Authentication Function
Fingerprint Authentication Function....................................................................................8
Fingerprint Authentication Mode..........................................................................................................................8
Logging into the equipment..................................................................................................................................9
Restrictions ............................................................................................................................................................9
Fingerprint Authentication Function Setting ......................................................................10
Fingerprint authentication setting......................................................................................................................10
Using Fingerprint Authentication Function.........................................................................13
Registering the fingerprint ..................................................................................................................................13
Logging into the equipment by fingerprint authentication ..............................................................................14
Deleting the registered fingerprint .....................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................20
8 Fingerprint Authentication Function
0.Fingerprint Authentication Function
This function is for logging into the equipment by identifying a user using a connected fingerprint reader.
When a fingerprint is registered, its image scanned by a fingerprint reader is converted into a fingerprint template and
is stored in an internal storage device of the equipment. When fingerprint authentication is performed, a fingerprint
image scanned by a fingerprint reader is converted into a fingerprint template in the memory of the equipment. The
fingerprint template is collated with the one linked with the fingerprint database registered beforehand. When the
fingerprint matches, the user can log into the equipment.
To use the fingerprint authentication function, the installation of a fingerprint reader in an equipment is required.
For details, contact your service representative.
Do not disconnect the USB cable connecting the fingerprint reader and the equipment while fingerprint
authentication or its setting is being performed. Data may be corrupted.
A fingerprint image scanned by a fingerprint reader is converted into a fingerprint template in the memory of the
equipment, but not is stored in it. Personal information related to a fingerprint will not be leaked from a scanned
fingerprint image.
If a fingerprint having rarely similar characteristics has already been registered, authentication may fail or another
user may be identified. Therefore, this fingerprint authentication does not guarantee the complete identification
and collation of the person. Moreover, if there is very little characteristic information for a fingerprint, user
identification may be rejected, causing authentication to fail even though the user is the actual person registered
for the operation. Toshiba Tec Corporation will not be responsible for any damages caused by an authentication
failure and the use by a third person.
This function is not available in some regions.
Hamster Pro, Hamster Pro10 or Hamster Pro20 by SecuGen is recommended for a fingerprint reader. For details on
how to use the fingerprint reader and scan a fingerprint, read its manuals and use it properly in accordance with the
description.
Fingerprint Authentication Mode
You can choose the method between two types of Authentication Modes.
The Authentication Mode method is set from TopAccess by logging into it with the administrator privilege.
P.10 “Fingerprint authentication setting”
1 to 1 Authentication
This is the method to specify the user registered in the equipment with pinpoint accuracy at the shortest period. Enter
the user name in the authentication screen displayed on the touch panel and place the user’s finger on a fingerprint
reader.
1 to N / Filter Authentication
This is the method to specify the user by collating the ones in the fingerprint database in the equipment. Place the
finger on a fingerprint reader without entering the user name in the authentication screen displayed on the touch
panel.
In addition, the authentication period can be shortened by narrowing the users in the fingerprint database by entering
the first letter of the user name.
For the 1 to N / Filter authentication, it is recommended to run it by registering up to 100 users.
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Logging into the equipment
By following the instructions displayed on the touch panel, place the finger used for the registration on the fingerprint
reader.
The authentication screen displayed on the touch panel differs depending on the authentication mode selected in
[User Authentication Setting] on TopAccess. For details of the authentication mode, ask your administrator.
Two-step authentication
In addition to the fingerprint authentication, you can log into the equipment by two-step authentication by means of
the combination of different authentication settings such as PIN Code and IC Card ones.
Fingerprint Authentication and Mobile Authentication modes cannot be used together.
Restrictions
The following are restrictions to the features of this equipment when the fingerprint authentication function is used.
External authentication such as Windows domain or LDAP authentication cannot be used.
When [Enable] is set for [Shared User Management] of [User Authentication Setting] in [Authentication] under
[Security] of the [Administration] on TopAccess, the fingerprint template is not included in data to be synchronized.
To carry out fingerprint authentication in multiple units of the equipment, register fingerprints in each one.
However, if the user whose fingerprint has been registered is removed from the secondary equipment with the
synchronization performed, the fingerprint template is also deleted.
When a fingerprint reader is being connected to the equipment, it will not be shifted into the Super Sleep mode.
10 Fingerprint Authentication Function Setting
0.Fingerprint Authentication Function Setting
The setting for logging into the equipment by using the fingerprint authentication function can be configured from
TopAccess.
It is required to log into TopAccess with the administrator privilege. For details on how to operate TopAccess, see the
reference below:
Operator’s Manual for TopAccess
Fingerprint authentication setting
Log into TopAccess with the administrator privilege and select [Administration] > [Security] > [Authentication] >
[Fingerprint Authentication setting]. Then configure the necessary settings.
Card reader is required for authentication using an IC card and mobile terminal. For details, contact your service
representative.
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Item name Description
1 Enable Guidance Screen Selects [Fingerprint Authentication] to display the guidance screen on the
log-in screen on the touch panel of the equipment.
When [1 to 1] is set for [Authentication Mode], the fingerprint authentication
guidance screen is displayed even if another such as IC Card, Mobile or PIN
Code authentication is enabled.
When the [Require Fingerprint] check box of [Card Authentication Setting] is
selected, the IC card authentication guidance screen is displayed even if
[Fingerprint Authentication] is selected for Enable Guidance Screen.
2 Fingerprint Authentication Selects [Enable] to use the fingerprint authentication function.
When [Disable] is selected, logging into the equipment will fail even if the
finger registered is placed on a fingerprint reader.
3 Authentication Mode Selects the fingerprint authentication method.
[1 to 1]
P.8 “1 to 1 Authentication”
[1 to N / Filter]
P.8 “1 to N / Filter Authentication”
4 Auto Change Login User Selects [Enable] to make the setting so that the log-in user is switched if the
equipment has already been logged into by another user.
P.16 “Logging into the equipment by authentication with fingerprint
overwritten”
5 Require PIN Code Selects this check box to perform two-step authentication using a PIN Code
together.
Even if the [1 to 1] check box is selected for [Authentication Mode], the
fingerprint authentication guidance screen for [1 to N / Filter] is displayed.
6 Fingerprint Registration Screen Selects [Enable] to configure [Fingerprint Registration] on the User Account
screen displayed on the touch panel.
The fingerprint of the user logged into the equipment from the Fingerprint
Registration screen on the touch panel can be registered and deleted.
7 Fingerprint Registration
Accuracy
Selects the accuracy of the fingerprint registered to the equipment from
[Low], [Middle] or [High].
When [High] is selected, fingerprint template with a high authentication
accuracy are registered.
8 Guidance screen when
Fingerprint is not registered
Selects [Enable] to make the Fingerprint Registration screen displayed
when authentication is performed by a user whose fingerprint is not
registered.
To register the fingerprint, follow the instruction on the screen displayed by
pressing [Fingerprint Registration].
9 Fingerprint Authentication
Accuracy
Selects the authentication accuracy from [Low], [Middle] or [High] when the
fingerprint image scanned at the time of logging in is collated with the
registered fingerprint template.
[Low]: The fingerprint of the person in charge becomes easy to be identified;
however, that for another person also becomes easily identifiable.
[High]: Impersonation by another user can be strictly prevented; however,
the actual person in question tends to be rejected.
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If fingerprint authentication is also performed during IC card authentication, select the [Require Fingerprint] check
box of [Card Authentication Setting].
The fingerprint template and fingerprint database are not included in exported files. If the user whose fingerprint
has been registered is removed during the import, the fingerprint template is also deleted.
The fingerprint template is included in the data backed up and restored files.
The fingerprint authentication setting, fingerprint template and fingerprint database are included in clone files
created by means of the cloning function. The fingerprint template and fingerprint database are included in the
[User Management] category of the clone file. The fingerprint authentication setting is included in the [Security]
category of the clone file.
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Using Fingerprint Authentication Function
0.Using Fingerprint Authentication Function
You can register the fingerprint, perform the login operation using fingerprint authentication and delete the
registered fingerprint from the touch panel of the equipment.
Registering the fingerprint
In order to log into the equipment by means of fingerprint authentication, registration of the user’s fingerprint is
necessary.
To register the fingerprint, use a fingerprint reader.
[Enable] is required to be selected for [Fingerprint Registration Screen] on TopAccess.
1
Log into the equipment by means of the authentication method configured in it.
2
Press the user name displayed on the upper side of the screen.
3
Press [Fingerprint Registration] on the User Account screen.
4
Press [Registration] on the Fingerprint Registration screen.
5
Register the fingerprint by following the instructions on the screen.
Press [Cancel] to stop the registration.
When the registration has failed, remove your finger from the fingerprint reader and press [OK]. Place your finger
again and reattempt the registration.
It is recommended to register the fingerprint for 2 fingers per one user. If the registered fingerprint cannot be
identified, register it again or do so for a different fingerprint.
A fingerprint which is the same as one already existing cannot be registered.
When [Enable] is selected for [Guidance screen when Fingerprint is not registered] on TopAccess and a user whose
fingerprint is not registered attempts to log into the equipment, a message promoting the registration of a
fingerprint is displayed. Register the fingerprint by following the instructions on the screen.
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Logging into the equipment by fingerprint authentication
Place the finger used for the registration on the fingerprint reader. Once authentication has succeeded, the
equipment becomes operable.
The procedure to log into the equipment differs depending on the fingerprint authentication settings.
For details of the fingerprint authentication settings, ask your administrator.
P.14 “Logging into the equipment by the fingerprint authentication guidance screen”
P.15 “Logging into the equipment by two-step authentication”
P.16 “Logging into the equipment by authentication with fingerprint overwritten”
P.16 “Logging into the equipment by user authentication in each function”
Logging into the equipment by the fingerprint authentication guidance screen
When the fingerprint authentication guidance screen is displayed, enter the user name and place the finger used for
the registration on the fingerprint reader.
To make this screen display, [Fingerprint Authentication] is required to be selected for [Enable Guidance Screen] on
TopAccess.
For details about the setting, see the reference below:
P.10 “Fingerprint authentication setting”
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Logging into the equipment by two-step authentication
You can log into the equipment using IC Card authentication or PIN Code authentication together while fingerprint
authentication is being carried out.
Perform authentication by following the instructions on the screen.
Only IC Card authentication and PIN Code authentication can be used together with fingerprint authentication. Any
other types of authentication are not available.
If there is no fingerprint, register one by logging into the equipment with the user name and password entered.
IC Card authentication
Pass an IC card over a card reader and place the finger on the fingerprint reader. Authentication is performed.
PIN Code authentication
Place the finger on the fingerprint reader. Enter a PIN code from the PIN code entry screen and press [OK].
Authentication is performed.
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Logging into the equipment by authentication with fingerprint overwritten
By selecting [Enable] for [Auto Change Login User] on TopAccess, a user who has already logged into the equipment
with fingerprint authentication will be forcibly logged out when another user attempts fingerprint authentication in
order to log into that equipment, the login user can be changed as a result.
For details about [Auto Change Login User], see the reference below:
P.10 “Fingerprint authentication setting”
[HOME] screen which another user is being logged in
When the user name entry screen is displayed after your finger is placed on the fingerprint reader, enter the user name
and press [OK].
Logging into the equipment by user authentication in each function
When [Enable] is selected for [User Authentication According To Function], you can log into the equipment with
fingerprint authentication after the function button displayed on the touch panel is pressed.
For details about [User Authentication According To Function], see the reference below:
Operator’s Manual for TopAccess
When your finger is placed on the fingerprint reader while the Home screen is displayed
When the [1 to 1] check box is selected for [Authentication Mode], enter the user name to log into the equipment.
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Using Fingerprint Authentication Function
When your finger is placed on the fingerprint reader after the function is selected on the Home screen
The specified screen is displayed.
When the [1 to 1] check box is selected for [Authentication Mode], enter the user name and place your finger on the
fingerprint reader to log into the equipment.
E.g.: When [Scan] is pressed
E.g.: When [Fingerprint Authentication] is
selected for [Enable Guidance Screen] and the [1
to N / Filter] check box is selected for
[Authentication Mode]
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Deleting the registered fingerprint
You can delete fingerprints registered in the equipment on the touch panel or TopAccess.
Deleting the fingerprint template on the touch panel
P.18 “Deleting from the touch panel”
Deleting the fingerprint template on TopAccess
P.19 “Deleting the fingerprint template”
P.19 “Deleting only a log-in user’s own fingerprint templates”
Deleting from the touch panel
Only a user’s own fingerprint templates logged into the equipment can be deleted.
1
Log into the equipment by means of the authentication method configured in it.
2
Press the user name displayed on the upper side of the [HOME] screen.
3
Press [Fingerprint Registration] on the User Account screen.
4
Press [Delete] on the Fingerprint Registration screen.
5
Press [OK] on the Fingerprint Deletion screen.
All fingerprint templates for the user logged into are deleted.
Press [Cancel] to stop the operation and return to the [HOME] screen.
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Press [OK].
The User Account screen is displayed.
For details about [Fingerprint Registration Screen], see the reference below:
P.10 “Fingerprint authentication setting”
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Deleting on TopAccess
The registered fingerprint templates can be deleted on TopAccess.
Deleting the fingerprint template
The registered fingerprint templates can be deleted by each user.
All fingerprint templates registered for one user are deleted.
For details on how to use TopAccess, see the reference below:
Operator’s Manual for TopAccess
1
Log into TopAccess with the administrator privilege (access policy mode).
2
Click the [User Management] and [User Accounts].
3
On the User Accounts screen, select the user whose fingerprint templates are deleted.
4
Click [Delete Fingerprint].
The fingerprint templates for the selected user will be deleted.
When all the registered fingerprint templates are to be deleted in one operation, click [Delete All Fingerprint] on the
User Accounts screen.
Deleting only a log-in user’s own fingerprint templates
You can delete your own fingerprint templates.
From the [My Account], click [Delete Fingerprint] on My Account screen.
20 Troubleshooting
0.Troubleshooting
When a trouble or error has occurred, a message is displayed on the touch panel. Moreover, the operation status is
recorded on Messages Log on TopAccess. If you encounter a problem, check the message and log to solve it. If you do
not know problem status and corrective actions, ask your administrator. As for any trouble in the fingerprint reader,
check its operator’s manual, too.
Error
code
Error message Description Corrective action
6073
72C1
Failed fingerprint
authentication.
Fingerprint
registration failed.
Fingerprint
authentication or
registration has
failed.
Authentication has failed since no fingerprint is registered or the
authentication accuracy of the scanned fingerprint is low.
Place your finger again or use another finger to register it and
reattempt authentication. In the following cases, the
authentication accuracy becomes lowered and thus
authentication becomes difficult.
- The finger is stained or injured.
- The fingerprint reader is stained.
When fingerprint authentication has failed, lower the level of
[Fingerprint Authentication Accuracy] on TopAccess.
72C2 Fingerprint
registration failed
because the same
fingerprint is
already
registered.
Fingerprint
registration has
failed.
The same fingerprint has already been registered.
Register the fingerprint by using another finger.
72C4
72C6
Fingerprint
deletion failed.
Failed to delete all
fingerprints.
Fingerprint deletion
has failed.
The deletion of a fingerprint has failed due to an internal error
(internal storage device malfunction, database damage or
hardware error).
Contact your service representative.
72C9 Fingerprint DB
was corrupted.
This error message
is displayed.
A fingerprint database stored in an internal storage device is
corrupted.
Record the error log into TopAccess and attempt the recovery
automatically. (Up to 3 times) When the recovery has succeeded,
“Fingerprint DB was recovered.” is displayed.
When the recovery has failed, contact your service
representative.
72CB Fingerprint
template was
damaged.
This error message
is displayed.
An internal storage device is corrupted or a fingerprint template
file (fingerprint registered file) is broken.
Delete all or a part of registered fingerprints and register them
again.
When the reregistration has failed or this message remains
displayed, contact your service representative.
72CC Fingerprint
reading failed.
A fingerprint cannot
be scanned
correctly.
Check that the fingerprint reader is connected properly.
If the error still persists, the fingerprint reader may be broken.
Contact your service representative.
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INDEX
Numerics
1 to 1 Authentication ........................................................ 8
1 to N / Filter Authentication ............................................ 8
A
Authentication Mode ...................................................... 11
Auto Change Login User ................................................. 11
C
Card Authentication Setting........................................... 12
D
Deleting the registered fingerprint ................................ 18
E
Enable Guidance Screen................................................. 11
Error message ................................................................. 20
F
Fingerprint Authentication............................................. 11
Fingerprint Authentication Accuracy ............................. 11
Fingerprint database ........................................................ 4
Fingerprint image.............................................................. 4
Fingerprint Registration Accuracy ................................. 11
Fingerprint Registration Screen ..................................... 11
Fingerprint template......................................................... 4
G
Guidance screen when Fingerprint is not registered .... 11
I
IC Card authentication.................................................... 15
P
PIN Code authentication ................................................ 15
R
Require PIN Code ............................................................ 11
T
Two-step authentication .................................................. 9
22 INDEX
FC-2020AC/2520AC/2021AC/2521AC
FC-2525AC/3025AC/3525AC/4525AC/5525AC/525AC
DP-2528A/3028A/3528A/4528A/5528A/6528A
FC-6526AC/6527AC/7527AC
DP-6529A/7529A/9029A
OME210056B0
1-11-1, OSAKI, SHINAGAWA-KU, TOKYO, 141-8562, JAPAN
MULTIFUNCTIONAL DIGITAL COLOR SYSTEMS /
MULTIFUNCTIONAL DIGITAL SYSTEMS
Fingerprint Authentication Function
© 2021 - 2023 Toshiba Tec Corporation All rights reserved
Patent; https://www.toshibatec.com/en/patent/
R210220X9202-TTEC
Ver02 F Issued in Oct. 2023