WL4 QR Code Reader User's Manual

Overview

The WL4 RPRO-QR-EM/MF QR code + RFID access control reader is a new generation of multifunctional reader. Its appearance adopts the standard 86 box industry standard. It features fast scanning speed, high recognition rate, and strong compatibility, capable of connecting to any Wiegand input. The controller is suitable for various application scenarios, including business office building visitor entry management, scenic tourist staff management, community visitor entry and exit management, administrative hall access control management, supporting gates, access control, visitor machines, and smart homes. It serves as a perfect upgrade for traditional credit card systems across various industries.

[Image Description: A product image showing the WL4 RPRO-QR-EM/MF access control reader. It is a black rectangular device with a prominent square scanning window in the center, surrounded by a metallic bezel. A smaller module is attached to the right side, featuring an LED indicator and a visible QR code pattern.]

Technical Parameters

ProjectParameterProjectParameter
Card reader typeEM card or Mifare cardBarcode typeQR, one/two-dimensional code
Communication methodWiegand 26/34/RS232/RS485/TTLDecoding modeImage decoding
Reading direction (bar code)Angle 45° with the lens as the center pointScan code characteristicsAutomatic induction, buzzer prompt
Operating Voltage8-12VWorking current800mA
Card reading distance (card)3~6CMReading speed< 200ms
Reading distance (QR code)0-20cmMaterial qualityZinc alloy frame + acrylic panel
Working humidity10%~90%Operating temperature-20 °C~70 °C
Operating systemWindows XP/7/8/10, LinuxSize86mm × 86mm × 18mm
Indicator lightBlue work light, green feedback lightWeight150G

Card Reader Prompt

The blue light is always on after wiring. The green light flashes and a buzzer prompts after the card reading or scanning is successful.

Wiring Definition

InterfaceRed lineBlack wireOther lines
Wiegand 26/3412vGNDGreen: D0, White: D1
RS48512vGNDBrown: 485A, Orange: 485B
RS23212vGNDBlue: RX, Yellow: TX

Setting Code Description

The following QR codes represent commands to configure the device. Scan these codes with the reader to apply the settings.

Baud Rate Settings

  • Set the serial port/232/485 output baud rate to 9600: $BAUD#3
  • Set the serial port/232/485 output baud rate to 19200: $BAUD#4
  • Set the serial port/232/485 output baud rate to 115200: $BAUD#7

Card Reading Mode Settings

  • Turn off card reading: $IC#MOD0
  • Set as a read-only IC card: $IC#MOD1
  • Set to read IC card + ID card: $IC#MOD3

Backlight Settings

  • Turn off the backlight: $LED#0
  • Backlight auto sensing mode: $LED#1
  • Backlight always on mode: $LED#2

Software and Output Settings

  • Show software version number: $SW#VER
  • Set scan code output WG26: $WG#2D*0
  • Set scan code output WG34: $WG#2D*1
  • Set scan code output WG256: $WG#2D*3
  • Set the card output to WG26: $WG#IC*0
  • Set credit card output as WG34: $WG#IC*1

USB Interface Settings

  • USB HID keyboard: $USB#HID
  • USB virtual serial port: $USB#COM

System Settings

  • Restore default settings: $SW#RST

Buzzer Settings

  • Turn on the buzzer: $Set#Code^40
  • Turn off the buzzer: $Set#Code^41

Card Reading Parameter Settings

1. Set the output format

The device provides a graphical interface for setting the output format. Options include various decimal and hexadecimal representations, with or without added data fields like prefixes, suffixes, or commas.

[Image Description: A screenshot of the "USB reader intelligent setting" software interface. It shows a window titled "Output format setting" with numerous radio buttons and checkboxes for configuring how card data is outputted. Options include different byte lengths, decimal/hexadecimal formats, reverse outputs, and options to add data like prefixes, suffixes, or commas. Buttons for "Read" and "Set" are visible.]

2. Output format description

Examples of output formats for an ID card number (e.g., 00 11 22 AA BB):

  • 10-digit decimal (4 bytes after id conversion): 0287484603
  • 10-digit decimal reverse output (4 bytes after id conversion): 3148489233
  • 8-digit hexadecimal: 1122AABB
  • 8-digit hexadecimal reverse output: BBAA2211
  • 8-digit decimal (3 bytes after id conversion): 02271931
  • 00+8-digit decimal (3 bytes after id conversion): 0002271931
  • 8-digit decimal (4 bytes after id conversion): 87484603
  • 5-digit decimal (the last 5 digits on the card): 43707
  • 18-digit decimal (all numbers on the card): 028748460303443707
  • 13-digit decimal (id5 byte to decimal): 0000287484603
  • 10-digit hexadecimal: 001122AABB
  • 2H4D+2H4D: 0438643707
  • 8-digit decimal (the last 8 digits on the card): 03443707

3. Other setting instructions

  • [Add before data; sign]: Add before data in output format.
  • [Add after data? Number]: Add? After the data in the output format.
  • [Add a comma in the middle]: For formats 9), 12), 13), add a comma in the middle.

4. Output format settings

Check the corresponding setting and click the setting button.

5. Read current settings

Click the read button to get the current settings.

6. Data Format

USB part output: 8H10DUSB card number.

Serial port -485 output card number: For example, a 10-digit card number 1234567890 will be outputted as 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 30 0D 0A. The first 10 bytes represent the physical card number. 0D signifies Enter, and 0A signifies Line feed.

Models: RPRO-QR-EM-MF QR Code Plus RFID Access Control Reader, QR Code Plus RFID Access Control Reader, Code Plus RFID Access Control Reader, RFID Access Control Reader, Access Control Reader, Control Reader, Reader

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