Host interfaces & protocols for custom development of applications
The following table shows the supported host interfaces and protocols relevant for developers of custom applications. To find out which interface is supported by which reader, see our overview per reader type.
| Host interface | Host protocols | How to enable on reader | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB | BRP over HID | Always enabled if USB interface is available | |
| Keyboard emulation |
Via device settings | ||
| PC/SC | Via PC/SC configuration | Based on CCIDcall_made | |
| Virtual COM port | Via device settings | Based on CDC ACMcall_made | |
| BRP over virtual COM port |
Via device settings | Based on CDC ACMcall_made | |
| RS-232 | BRP | Via device settings | |
| Unidirectional | Via device settings | ||
| Ethernet |
BRP client
Application acts as a client and sends commands to the
passively waiting reader.
|
Via device settings |
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BRP server
Application acts as a server waiting for reader events.
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|
Via device settings |
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