blackboard ® ip devices presented by duane dalager, blackboard solutions engineer april 13, 2005

Blackboard® IP Devices

Presented By Duane Dalager, Blackboard Solutions Engineer

April 13, 2005

And now a word from our lawyers…Any statements in this presentation about future expectations, plans and prospects for Blackboard and other statements containing the words "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "expects," "will," and similar expressions, constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including the factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of our most recent 10-K filed with the SEC. In addition, the forward-looking statements included in this press release represent the Company's views as of April 11, 2005. The Company anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause the Company's views to change. However, while the Company may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing the Company's views as of any date subsequent to April 11, 2005. Blackboard, in its sole discretion, may delay or cancel the release of any product or functionality described in this presentation.

Blackboard IP Devices

• Session Objectives:– The Networked Advantage– Introduction to Blackboard IP Devices – Benefits of IP Devices– Demonstrate ease of implementation

• Innovation– Simplified Implementation– Enhanced Management

• Results/Outcomes– Ease of Use– Secure Transactions– Follow Industry Standards– Reduce Implementation Costs

The Networked Advantage


• Higher data transmission speeds.

• Eliminates extraneous equipment– Less equipment = Less connections = less

points of failure

• Utilizes common industry standard communication method of 10/100 Base T Ethernet.


• Provides secure method of data transmission. Blackboard IP devices utilize 128-bit AES encryption.

• Enables institutions to leverage existing IP/network resources.

• DHCP and Static IP Addressing is supported


• Blackboard IP Devices Focus– IP Activity Reader (AT3000)

• Available for both the Blackboard Transaction System™ – Unix and Windows Editions.

– IP Copy Reader (CR3000)• Available for both the Blackboard Transaction

System – Unix and Windows Editions.


• Blackboard IP Devices Focus (continued)– IP Door Access (SA3032)

• Available for the Blackboard Transaction System – Unix Edition.

• Currently in Beta for the Blackboard Transaction System – Windows Edition.

– IP Vending (VR/MDBMP)• Available for both the Blackboard Transaction

System – Unix and Windows Editions.

Blackboard Activity Reader

Blackboard IP Activity Reader

• IP Activity Reader Introduction– Terminal works with Blackboard

Transaction Systems – Unix or Windows Editions.

– Communicates to the host via RS-485/RS-232 or 10/100Base T Ethernet (IP).

– Configuration through keypad/display: CONFIG port or telnet


• IP Activity Reader Introduction (continued)– All IP communications encrypted and

authenticated for data security.– Stores up to 14,000 offline transactions.– Prints receipts and includes printing

options--on demand and duplicates.– Supports a cash drawer connected to the

printer (Blackboard Transaction System - Windows Edition only).


• IP Activity Reader Introduction (continued)– Supports Tip Line functionality (Blackboard

Transaction System - Windows Edition only).– Removable\reversible mounting bracket that does

not require screws.– Two Printer Models supported:

• Ithaca (MW/RJP6) Also works with other Blackboard Readers. (Blackboard Transaction System - Unix Edition only)

• Axiohm (PRT/TAX794) New model certified to work with the AT3000.


• IP Activity Reader Key Benefits– Secure Transactions

• All transactions are secured over IP utilizing government standard 128-bit AES encryption.

– Multiple Transaction Types• Activity, Board (Count), and Debit/Credit

functionality for both Blackboard Transaction System – Unix and Windows Editions (IP mode only for Blackboard Transaction System Windows Edition).


• IP Activity Reader Key Benefits (continued)– Sub-second Transaction Processing

• All transaction processing to the Network Processor or Host(s) are sub-second.

– Remote Management• All IP Activity Readers have telnet capabilities in order to

modify, monitor, and troubleshoot. This functionality can be turned off.

– Follows 10/100 Base T Ethernet Standards• All IP cabling requirements are simplified to follow

industry standard 568A or 568B wiring configurations.

Blackboard IP Copier Reader


• IP Copier Introduction– Interfaces with most copy machines– Communicates to the host through RS-485

or 10/100Base-T Ethernet (IP)– Small size mounts easily on copier or on

adjacent wall– Copy interface type is software selectable

(no DIP switches)


• IP Copier Introduction (continued)– Configuration through keypad/display,

CONFIG port or telnet– All IP communications encrypted and

authenticated for data security– Tracks cash sales


• IP Copier Reader Key Benefits– Secure Transactions


– Follows 10/100 Base T Ethernet Standards• All IP cabling requirements are simplified to

follow industry standard 568A or 568B wiring configurations.

– Cash Tracking• All IP Copy readers have the ability to track

cash if a 3rd party coin/cash tower is used.


• IP Copier Reader Key Benefits– Sub-second Transaction Processing

• All transaction processing to the Network Processor or Host(s) are sub-second.

– Remote Management• All IP Copy Readers have telnet capabilities in

order to modify, monitor, and troubleshoot. This functionality can be turned off.

Blackboard IP Door Access


• IP Door Access Introduction– SA3000 controller consists of two separate boards

Master Controller and Door Controller.– Card slots are separate from controller boards,

providing greater implementation flexibility.– Supports 10/100Base-T communication with the

Network Processor (NP) for faster high security (HS) downloads.

– Supports two mag-stripe readers (with or without PIN pad) and 2 Proximity Readers, eliminating the need for the Weigand interface module.


• IP Door Access Introduction (continued)– Includes more memory to manage greater

cardholder capacity and offline functionality.– Supports IP connectivity.– Supports legacy SACS and SASPP readers to

allow upgrading of existing SA2000 systems without the need to replace card readers.

– Supports multi-plans and plan level effectivity in the downloaded card table for off-line operation (Requires Release 9.1).


• IP Door Access Introduction (continued)– Supports an enclosure with a locking/hinged lid

and a tamper switch.– New card readers can generate valid/denied

tones. Tones can be enabled or disabled through configuration options.

– Provides enhanced tamper reporting. Tamper conditions reported include controller enclosure opened and card reader tampered/removed (SE3/CS, SE3/CSPP, SASPP, and Proximity).


• IP Door Access Key Benefits– Secure Transactions




– Sub-second Transaction Processing• All transaction processing to the Network

Processor is sub-second.


• IP Door Access Key Benefits (continued)– Remote Management

• All IP Door Access Readers have telnet capabilities in order to modify, monitor, and troubleshoot. This functionality can be turned off.

– Built in Wiegand Interface• Eliminates the need for separate hardware

when controlling Proximity Readers.


• IP Door Access Key Benefits (continued)– Internal Display on Master Controller

• The local display provides easier configuration and troubleshooting.

– Enhanced Alarm Reporting• The Master controller now has multiple LED’s

for alarm and tamper conditions as well as for troubleshooting. There are more detailed software reporting for alarm and tamper conditions.

Blackboard IP Vending Reader


• IP Vending Reader Introduction– Reader works with Blackboard Transaction

System - Unix and Windows Editions.– Interfaces with all NAMA MDB compliant

vending machines.– Communicates to host via RS-485 or IP

(10/100Base-T Ethernet).– Mounts easily in bill acceptor or

comparable sized opening.


• IP Vending Reader Introduction (continued)– Reduces interference problems associated

with limited space inside machine– Two simple connections: machine

controller/coin mechanism and the network– Displays are readable in all light conditions– Volume can be set to off, quiet, or loud


• IP Vending Reader Benefits– Secure Transactions




– Sub-second Transaction Processing• All transaction processing to the Network

Processor is sub-second.


• IP Vending Reader Benefits (continued)– Utilizes Multi-Drop Bus (MDB) standard

• All IP Vending readers exclusively utilize the Vending Industry Standard Multi-Drop Bus to interface to vending machines. This significantly simplifies installation.

– Cash Tracking• All IP Vending readers have the ability to track

cash as long as the audit function is enabled on the vending machine.


• IP Vending Reader Benefits (continued)– Multi-Function Interface (optional add-on)

• The Multi-Function Interface is used in conjunction with an IP Vending Reader in order to activate a simple relay on a valid card swipe. The interface allows the reader to validate a card or charge a fixed rate and activate the relay. Typical applications for this are controlling parking gates or turnstiles.


Implementation Demonstration


Questions and Answers


• Innovating Together in ‘05:– IP Readers provide simplified implementation and management.– IP Readers provide secure transactions– IP Readers enhanced functionality.

• Resources Available:– www.behind.blackboard.com – You will find Executive Summaries,

Installation and Setup Guides, and Operation Guides.

• Follow up Contact(s):– Duane Dalager, Blackboard Solutions Engineer –

[email protected], 800-528-0465 ext. 1145

• IF YOU ONLY REMEMBER 1 THING:– IP Readers are secure, easy to use, and easier to support.

Thank You!

blackboard ® ip devices presented by duane dalager, blackboard solutions engineer april 13, 2005

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