Archive for March, 2011

Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II

Friday, March 11th, 2011

The significance of biometric devices has increased to a great extent in recent times. Biometric security is no more a dream realized only in science fictions. Today it is a reality that has managed to touch every aspect of our lives. As a result, there is no dearth of hi-tech fingerprint scanners in the market today.

A fingerprint scanner that stands out among the crowd is Nitgen FIngkey Hamster II. Its elegant design and compact size makes it perfect for use in every environment. It has a resolution of 500 dpi and boasts of certifications from MIC, CE< FCC and WHQL. The algorithm it uses for user identifications gives exceptionally fast matching results. Additionally, the fingerprint reader comes with features such as System Restriction, Log management, DB Backup and Screen Saver.

Nitgen Hamster II is extremely durable and has a long battery life. It has a working temperature of -20 to 60 degree Celsius. The rigged, maintenance-free optical fingerprint sensors ensure that it is suitable for rough environments as well.

But the hallmark of the Nitgen Hamster II is its Live Finger Detection (LFD) function. This is new technology that allows fingerprint identifiers to detect live fingers only and reject the fake counterparts. This unique feature ensures that the system cannot be fooled with forged or spoof fingers.

The LFD function of this fingerprint reader makes it apt for systems where live scanning is essential. For instance, in September 2008, the Brazilian Department of Transport (DETRAN) undertook a project to check use of fraudulent measures during driving tests held in several driving institutes across the country. To record the timings of students and instructors during driving lessons, live-scanning systems were installed in the driving institutes of the Parana state in southern Brazil. These scanners served the purpose of fingerprint identification as well as time and attendance control. Needless to say, scanners like the Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II are extremely suitable for such large scale projects.

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Futronic FS80 Fingerprint Scanner

Friday, March 11th, 2011

Biometric security has become an integral part of the security measures of every country in the world today. In fact the use of biometric devices is no more limited to fingerprint access control and has transcended to other areas of life. In Brazil, for example, citizens have been using a fingerprint-based biometric identity card since 2000. The biometric ID cards contain a 2D bar code which includes information such as a color photo image, two fingerprints, signature and other personal details. Also in 2005, the Brazilian government introduced e-passports.

With the country gradually adopting biometrics in every walk of life, the Brazilian government decided to undertake an ambitious project in 2008 to eliminate chances of fraud in the driving tests conducted by the numerous driving institutes in the country. The project was undertaken by the Brazilian Dept. of Transport (DETRAN) and was based on fingerprint identification. It was first implemented in the Parana State in southern Brazil. The aim was to develop coming-of-age fingerprint live-scan systems, to be installed in every driving institute, to successfully scan and verify the attendees’ fingerprints. The project has been a pioneer in checking fraudulent measures being adopted during driving tests. The live-scan systems served the purpose of fingerprint identification, fingerprint access control, and fingerprint attendance recorder at the same time.

The success of such large scale projects depends on the availability of excellent fingerprint readers. Futronic FS80 USB fingerprint scanner is the kind of fingerprint reader that fits the bill perfectly. Coming from the stable of Futronic, a market-leader in fingerprint readers and scanners, the fingerprint scanner is a reliable and user-friendly device. It features Live Finger Detection technology that can easily differentiate between a live finger and its fake counterpart and hence makes the fingerprint scanner suitable for live-scanning systems. The scanner can easily sense a live finger and promptly rejects fingers made of play-doh or silicone rubber.

The scanning surface of Futronic FS80 is made of crown glass of thickness 14 mm and is more rigid than the usual optical type or semi-conductor fingerprint scanners, thereby making it suitable for installations in public places. Further its CMOS sensor technology ensures distortion-free images at a high speed. The fingerprint readerdelivers high quality fingerprint images even from dry, scarred and wet fingers, all thanks to the 4 infra-red LEDs which have adjustable intensity. These LEDs improve the illumination of the system to a great extent.

Futronic FS80 USB Fingerprint Scanner supports all leading OS viz. Windows XP Home, Windows Vista or even MS Windows 2000. With an accuracy range of FAR-10-6 and FAR-10-2, the scanner ensures extremely accurate and distinct image.

Needless to say, these features of the fingerprint scanner make it suitable for a wide range of applications ranging from identification to access control to attendance calculations.

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Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II: The Ultimate Mobile Fingerprint Reading Application

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

The latest Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II is an offering that is guaranteed to be appreciated by speculators and buyers alike. The Nitgen Hamster II is an extremely portable optical finger print scanner on a 2.0 USB device which allows the operator to be able to take it anywhere and plug in at any time without having to deal with the loss of time in installing the device or even carrying an extra bag for it.

The best part about this extremely easy to install and user friendly mobile fingerprint reader is that it takes into account all live finger detections available within its radar vicinity disallowing any anomalies like spoof fingers to be included in the final report of the biometric data being collected for a case.

Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II is very well equipped with the provisions of support modules for the above mentioned sensors. The support modules available for this fingerprint reader included in Griaule Fingerprint SDK, Nitgen fingerprint matching SDK, the VeriFinger 6.3 SDK, the Mega Matcher 4.0 SDK and the MegaMatcherOn Card 2.1 SDK.

Nitgen Hamster II works well with operating systems like the 32 bit Microsoft Windows. The compatibility mode is well suited for the operations of the fingerprint reader.

The resolution of this device is about 500 dpi and the image capture area or the ICA in platen size comes up to an ergonomical and economical 17 x 20 mm or 0.7″ x 0.8″.

With the extremely high sensory operations this fingerprint reader is the definition of new age forensic detection technology and devices. Because of its small size and the light weight materials used in its manufacture, it is very easy to carry in the pocket all the time, anytime. However, it has to be remembered that the diminutive size of Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II, that of a mere 61 x 80 x47mm or a 2.4″ x 3.1″ x 1.9″ is not indicative of the vast scope of speedy inferences it can report. With a high data transfer rate, one can be assured that the work will be finished in the least possible time frame, giving the analyst more time to comfortably work on the report.

Another very useful fact about this tiny fingerprint reader is that it has an operating temperature that ranges between zero degrees Celsius to a 40 degree Celsius.

This is indicative of the fact that this device will work well rough weather conditions with an uninterrupted data transference flow.

The device is part of the breakthrough technological advancement in the field of forensic and biometric science and can be very useful in all the operations conducted in these areas. It records the real fingerprint and rejects the spoof ones and transfers the data efficiently and effectively with a very good speed into the computer system it has been plugged into. Nitgen Fingkey Hamster II is the best bet for better biometric security analysis.

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Futronic FS50: A Great Identity Scanner

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

The Futronic FS50 fingerprint scanner is one of the latest offerings provided by forensic science technology to the world of biometric security. The fingerprint scanner is an optical 2.0 USB that is designed to swiftly scan and identify single or double finger prints. This extremely advanced finger print scanner is also able to identify and scan a rolled single finger print.

Futronic FS50 fingerprint reader is extremely reliable and has won much critical appreciation from all the sectors in the field of biometric security. The Futronic FS50 has been certified as a potent device by the FBI for reliable and accurate, speedy forensic reports. It is also certified by the same esteemed organization for its compliance with the Image Quality Specification for a single finger print reader thereby solidifying its claim as the most reliable forensic report analyzer and scanner. To add the cherry on the very credible cake, its acquiescence to the FIPS 201 standards for Personal Identification Verification is another credibility proof for the device.

This fingerprint scanner consists of infrared LEDs that illumine the finger during the scan so that the finger print comes out crystal clear and identifiable. Another important fact that needs to be known with regards to the Futronic FS50 fingerprint scanner is that it is adaptable to the finger image quality. This means that it is able to identify the finger despite it being wet or dry or has ever incurred damages from fire. What it does is that it adjusts the illumination intensity to get to the real print. Co partnering this act is the sensory window which continually resists and prevents scratches and smudges on the scanning surface that might occur due to stress and pressure situations.

The modules that support this fingerprint scanner are included in the Griaule Fingerprint SDK, Windows Futronic Fingerprint SDK, Linux Fingerprint SDK, MegaMatcher 4.0 SDK and Finger print Verification SDK. It has also been known to work with the VeriFinger 6.3 SDK program. The device also comes with a free fingerprint image capture program which allows users to store fingerprint as an image file on their computer.

Futronic FS50 fingerprint reader works very well with operating systems like Microsoft Windows in both the 32 bits and the 64 bit programs and the 32 bit Linux. It is also known to work easily with the Mac OS X. The finger print scanner has a resolution of 500 dpi and an image capture area in platen size of 41x 38mm or 1.6″ x 1.5″. It pixelates the image size of the fingerprint by 800 x 750 pixels.

The Futronic FS50 Fingerprint scanner weighs a mere 380 grams and thus is extremely easy to carry anywhere in the pocket. With an operating temperature ranging from -10 degrees Celsius to a 55 degree Celsius, this finger print scanner is well equipped to work in the roughest of conditions.

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