CT/PX Series
THIS EQUIPMENT COMPLIES WITH FCC REQUIREMENTS PURSUANT OF PART-15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contents Package Contents 1 Install the CT Series Clock 2 Wi-Fi or Wired Network Connection ........................................... 4 PayClock Online 6 Adding a CT series clock .............................................................. 6 Step 1 - Adding a CT series Clock ............................................. 6 Step 2 - Connect the Clock to PayClock Online......................... 6 Using the CT Clock 8 Employee Transactions ..........................................................
Administrator Functions 17 Network .................................................................................... 17 Wireless .................................................................................... 18 Sync Now ................................................................................. 18 Date/Time Setup ...................................................................... 19 Signal-Door Access .................................................................. 19 Device Info......
Package Contents Please verify that your package includes the following items. If your package is missing an item, please call our help desk at (800) 224-1877. Note: Remove the protective film on the clock bezel and touch screen by pulling the white tabs in the upper right corner after the clock is installed. Recommended Installation Tools Online and Email Support Lathem.com provides access to numerous support resources. Visit the following link: http://kb.lathem.
Install the CT Series Clock Step 1: Select a site to install your clock that will be convenient to employees clocking in and out. When deciding where the clock will be installed, keep in mind that an 115vAC power outlet should be within reach of the mounting location as well as either a wired or wireless internet connection. Step 2: After selecting the appropriate installation site, use the mountingplate to determine the appropriate height.
If using a wired network connection plug the RJ 45 network cable into the Ethernet port and the Power Adapter plug into the power adapter port which is located in the compartment on the back of the clock. Step 3: Align the CT clock with the tabs on the mounting-plate and secure the two together with the 2 Philips head screws. Be careful not to pinch the AC cord or network cable. When finished, plug the power adapter into an AC wall outlet.
Wi-Fi or Wired Network Connection The CT series clock can communicate with PayClock Online via a Wi-Fi or Wired Network Connection. Wi-Fi Connection – With the power adapter connected and the clock mounted follow these steps to set up the connection. Note: A wireless access point on the network is required. • From the CT clock touchpad tap Settings and enter the administrator password and tap OK. • The Administrator Menu will display. • Tap Wireless and select Wi-Fi Networking On if it isn’t already.
Wired Connection - Plug the RJ45 network cable into the Ethernet port and the Power Adapter plug into the Power Adapter port which is located in the compartment on the back of the clock. See drawing below. When finished, plug the power adapter into an AC wall outlet.
PayClock Online The PayClock Online product communicates with the clock over the internet. Adding a CT series clock Adding a CT series clock to PayClock Online is a 2 step process. Add the clock in PayClock Online first and then from the clock connect to PayClock Online over the internet. Step 1 - Adding a CT series Clock The CT series clock must be added to PayClock Online first otherwise the connection will fail.
• At the clock tap the Settings button. Enter the administrator PIN and press OK. • From the Administrator Menu tap Sync Now. • The clock will connect over the internet to PayClock Online. • After the connection is made the data will be downloaded to the clock and it will be ready for use. • When complete a cloud icon will show on the clock’s display identifying it is connected to PayClock Online. • The clock will be operational and ready for use.
Using the CT Clock The clock will be ready to use after downloading the employees. To punch, the employee will simply present a badge, place an enrolled finger on the sensor (Model CT72) or use a PIN. Instantly they are identified and punched In or Out. To punch with a badge simply move the badge over the illuminated hand/badge symbol on the on the front of the clock. Model CT72 allows employees to punch with a finger simply place the enrolled finger on the sensor.
• When the badge is read a confirmation beep will sound, a text message will appear, a custom audio message may be played, and the display will turn either green or red indicating a good or bad transaction. Clocking IN/Out - PIN • Tap the Clock In/Out button on the touch-pad of the clock. • The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. Using the numeric key pad enter the employee’s PIN number and tap OK.
Amount Entries - Finger Sensor (CT72) • Tap the Amounts button on the touch-pad of the clock. • The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. Place an enrolled finger on the finger sensor of the clock. • A confirmation beep will sound and the AMOUNT ENTRY screen will display. • Using the numeric key pad enter the value for the amount and Tap OK. A confirmation screen will display showing the amount entered for the employee. Amount Entries - Badge • Tap the Amounts button on the touch-pad of the clock.
Amount Entries - PIN • Tap the Amounts button on the touch-pad of the clock. • The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. Using the numeric key pad enter the employee’s PIN number and tap OK. • A confirmation beep will sound and the AMOUNT ENTRY screen will display. • Using the numeric key pad enter the value for the amount and Tap OK. A confirmation screen will display showing the amount entered for the employee.
Supervisor Transactions Supervisors have the ability at the clock to view and edit employee punches, add new employees, send messages and override shift lockouts. To set up an employee as a supervisor, in PayClock Online select the desired employee and set the employee’s Access Profile to “Supervisor”, then select the employees they will be able to manage. To enter into supervisor mode at the clock tap the SUPERVISOR button. The IDENTIFICATION screen will display.
Adding Punches Tap the SUPERVISOR button on the clock. The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. • Using either a badge, PIN or finger enter supervisor mode. • At the Employee selection screen, tap on the name of the desired employee. • Tap Punches. The Punches screen will display. • Use the left or right arrows to select the desired date and press the +ADD button. • Using the up and down arrows set the desired hour and minute and then tap ADD.
• Tap Messaging. Select to send a sound message or a text message. • Using the left and right arrows select the desired sound or text message. • At the confirmation screen select Yes. On the next punch the employee will receive the sound or text message. • When finished tap to return to the default screen. Override Lockout Tap the SUPERVISOR button on the clock. The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. • Using either a badge, PIN or finger enter supervisor mode.
Enrolling Fingers The CT72 model has a built in optical fingerprint sensor that allows for up to 2 fingerprints per employee to be enrolled. Employees can punch and review time balances by scanning their finger. The Admin or Supervisor have the ability to enroll employee fingerprints. To enroll a finger, tap the ENROLL button and enter the Admin PIN then tap OK. Finger Placement on the Sensor Proper finger placement is critical to ensure reliable finger reads.
• Tap Primary Finger. The Select finger to register screen will display. Employees should enroll their dominant finger. To identify the dominant finger, ask the employee with which finger they use to point. • Tap the finger to enroll and tap Next. The employee should be ready to place their finger on the sensor as prompted. • The employee will be prompted to place and lift their finger on the sensor a total of 5 times.
Administrator Functions The CT clock has one administrator. The Settings function allows you to review the device information, set up the network communications, set the time / date, review an error log and reset the clock to the factory defaults. To enter the settings mode, at the clock tap the Settings button. The IDENTIFICATION screen will display. • Using the numeric key pad enter the administrator PIN number and tap OK. • The Administrator Menu screen will display.
Wireless This menu allows you to configure the Wi-Fi communication settings. At the clock tap the Settings button and enter the administrator PIN. • The Administrator Menu screen will display. • Tap Wireless. The Available Networks screen will display. • Select Wi-Fi Networking On if it isn’t already. • Tap the desired wireless network from the list. The WIFI Passcode screen will display. • Using the master buttons to enter the passcode for the wireless network.
• Tap Sync Now, the clock will start the update process and return the default screen when finished. Date/Time Setup This menu allows you to manually configure the time zone, DST and how the hours will display on the clock. At the clock tap the Settings button and enter the administrator PIN. • The Administrator Menu screen will display. • Tap Date & Time and make the desired changes. • When finished tap to return to the default screen.
Device Info This menu item displays clock information such as the clocks serial number and software version. At the clock tap the Settings button and enter the administrator PIN. • The Administrator Menu screen will display. • Tap Device Info. The device information will display. • When finished tap to return to the default screen. Support This menu item allows you to test the clocks connection to the internet and PayClock Online. You can also display any errors that the clock may have experienced.
At the clock tap the Settings button and enter the administrator PIN. • The Administrator Menu screen will display. • Tap Check for Updates. Please be patient this may take a few minutes. Follow the on-screen instructions. • When finished tap to return to the default screen. Factory Reset Use caution when selecting this menu item. This menu item will reset the entire clock to the manufacturer default settings.
Troubleshooting the CT Series If the PayClock software doesn’t communicate with the clock, try these suggestions: General Troubleshooting • Make sure that all connections are secure and the cable is intact or the wireless access point is connected. • Make sure that the network cable is securely connected to the Ethernet port on the clock. • Make sure the wireless access point is working. • Make sure that the clock’s power supply is securely connected to an electrical outlet.
What does the cloud display represent? on the What does the bar graph on the display represent? Why can’t I open the Enroll screen on a CT72? I tap Enroll and get a sound but the screen doesn’t open? This represents that the clock is connected to PayClock Online. This represents the signal strength for the wireless connection. The clock lost the connection to the internet. The clock must have an active connection to the internet to enroll employee fingers.
The finger sensor of my CT72 clock has a scratch. Does this affect the operation? Scratches, pokes or other physical damage to the sensor window coating can affect its ability to read fingers. Such damage cannot be repaired. Please contact the PayClock Online help desk at (800) 2241877 for assistance. Why is the CT72 not reading the employee’s finger when enrolling or punching? Make sure: -The employee’s finger is correctly placed on the sensor.
Appendix A – Testing the Connection to PayClock Online Important This tool has been designed to assist you in the event the clock fails to connect to PayClock Online. Even with this tool it may be necessary to involve your IT department or someone familiar with your network if you have connection issues. The CT series clock has a function that will allow the user to test the connection to PayClock Online.
Test 2 – Ports used by the clock will tested. Pass = The test cycle will move to the PayClock Online service test. Fail – What should I do if this test fails? • Open the listed port(s) to traffic. • Contact your IT department to open the listed port(s) to traffic. Test 3 – PayClock Online Service used by the clock will tested. Pass = The test cycle will display a summary of the test. Fail – What should I do if this test fails? • Open the listed port(s) to Inbound / Outbound traffic.
Appendix B – Installing a Battery The CT series clock has an optional re-chargeable battery so the clock is operational during a power failure. Once the power is restored the battery will automatically re-charge. • Remove the cover from the battery compartment on the back of the clock using a Philips head screwdriver. • Position the battery connector as shown. • Plug the battery connector into the clock connector.
Appendix C – Adjusting Finger Sensitivity With model CT72 if an employee’s finger is mistakenly read as another employee, you can adjust the sensitivity level by employee. Example: Joe Smith puts his finger on the sensor but Stan Able shows as punching on the display. The solution would be to increase Stan’s security level. Increasing Stan’s security level will lessen the chance of Stan’s fingerprint being read as another employee.
Appendix D – Bell Relay Connections The CT series clock has a built-in relay that can control bells or door access.
• Connect the wires from the signaling device to the screw terminals. Plug the terminal connector into the socket on the clock. Only one (1) wire should be inserted into the terminal block positions NO and COM, all wire splices should be done externally. See the following diagrams for details. Important! Relay contacts provide no power for signaling devices. The relay is a dry contact closure rated 2 amps at 24VDC or 120 VAC.
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Wiring to P.A. System / Tone Generator Important! Connecting the CT clock to a public address (PA) system requires the use of an external Tone Generator. Contact your PA supplier to acquire an appropriate Tone Generator for your system.
Appendix E – Access Relay Connections When you are connecting to a door access device make sure you have the following skills: • Understand basic wiring principles and techniques • Can interpret wiring diagrams • Have circuit wiring experience Note: The wiring must be installed in accordance with national and local electrical codes. Connecting the CT clock to a Door Strike • Unplug the relay screw terminal connector on the back of the clock.
Wiring for a Door Access Control System Door Strike Wiring - For Door Strikes more than 1.
Appendix F – Add/Edit/Delete Bell Events Up to 100 events can be programmed. Events consist of the time and the day of week the event will activate the relay. Adding a Bell Event • From the CT tap Settings and enter the administrator PIN and tap OK. • From the Administrator Main Menu tap Signal-Door Access. • The Signal-Door Access screen will display. • Tap Signal under the Relay Mode. • Tap Schedule under Signal Events. The Signal Event Schedule screen will display. • Tap “add event”.
• Tap Signal under the Relay Mode. • Tap Schedule under Signal Events. The Signal Event Schedule screen will display with all the schedule events. • Tap on the desired event and make the needed changes. • Tap OK to save the changes. • When finished tap to return to the default screen. Deleting a Bell Event • From the CT tap Settings and enter the administrator PIN and tap OK. • From the Administrator Main Menu tap Signal-Door Access. • The Signal-Door Access screen will display.
One-Year Limited Warranty Lathem warrants the hardware products described in this guide against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of original purchase from Lathem or from an authorized Lathem reseller. The conditions of this warranty and the extent of the responsibility of Lathem Time Corporation (“Lathem”) under this warranty are listed below. 1.
