4 Communication
The QuasarMX offers two main options as a host interface – USB and optionally an Ethernet
connection. The main advantage of the optional Ethernet interface lies in the very long
cable length that Ethernet allows between the host computer or network switch and the
reader in the field. Additionally, versions with WiFi and ZigBee are available on special
request.
4.1 USB Driver Installation
The basic option for connecting the QuasarMX with your host PC is using the USB
connection every reader has.
1. Connect the reader with a 24V DC power source as described before
2. Connect the reader with a PC using a USB cable.
3. Install the USB driver. metraTec offers the needed driver including Installation
Guides for Windows XP and Windows 7 (as downloads from metraTec's website).
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