General
Why should I use SetFixedEndorseText() on most small check scanners?
Most small check scanners don't have the ability to set the endorsement (inkjet) text for the item that is currently being scanned. Therefore the SetEndorseText() call is not supported in this case. This is a limitation of the check scanner. You can ...
How do I register a Ranger ActiveX control?
The steps below should be used when registering a Ranger ActiveX control manually: Select [Start Menu]. Select [Run]. Type 'regsvr32 [Drive]:\[Full path to Ranger.ocx]\Ranger.ocx'. Press 'OK'. Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright ...
How can I get Bloodhound to display my Ranger log?
If you've already tried enabling the Ranger Log in the Ranger Log preferences and nothing happens: Exit Bloodhound. Ensure that Ranger logging is turned on and that the RangerLog service is running. Run some items. Start Bloodhound. Ranger® - The ...
Must I use Image File Sets to store images captured using Ranger?
You do not need to save images into Image File Sets unless you need Ranger compatibility with large Unisys check scanner/sorters. You can access the images in the Ranger "InPocket" event via the GetImageAddress() and GetImageByteCount() functions. If ...
Must I use SuspendItem when a pop-up dialog box is used for further processing?
Calling SuspendItem() and registering for the ItemSuspended() event will give you the most portability. Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright © 2023 Silver Bullet Technology www.sbullet.com
How do I save images to disk using Visual Basic?
Use Ranger's SaveImageToFile() function. Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright © 2023 Silver Bullet Technology www.sbullet.com
What should I do if I need to get user input while an item is being processed?
It's important to return from the TransportSetItemOutput event quickly. For portability reasons it's a bad idea to prompt an operator for input during this event. If you need to prompt the operator for input, register for Ranger's ItemSuspended event ...
How do I use the Ranger ActiveX control in my .NET environment?
There are two approaches to incorporate an ActiveX control into a Dot Net environment. The first approach involves adding the control into a form: Under [tools], please select "Add/Remove Toolbox Items..." or "Choose Toolbox Items..." to view the ...
Why am I receiving "error: SetGenericOption() Error: The device is not ready"?
You might consider placing the ini files in common folders which are configured to allow a WRITE access to all users. Leaving the ini files in the default location or in the same folder as the Ranger DLL or OCX, may be feasible as well as long as the ...
Is my version of Ranger compliant with Vista?
Ranger versions later than 2.2.78 are tested to be Vista compliant. Most earlier versions should work with Vista, but with some limitations because of the security changes in Vista. Namely, Ranger Logs may not be produced. These scanners have been ...
Why is Ranger not generating any logs (Windows Vista)?
If you have multiple versions of Ranger installed on this pc, you might have complications from co-installing a Vista enhanced Ranger with a non-Vista enhanced Ranger. A Vista-compatible version of the Ranger Control Center is required to view the ...
Can I use Ranger with Linux?
No, Ranger does not currently support Linux. However, the Windows and the MAC operating systems are supported. Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright © 2023 Silver Bullet Technology www.sbullet.com
Should I use SetEndorseText() or SetFixedEndorseText()?
As part of application initialization, the application should query Ranger's TransportInfo.ini file via Ranger's GetTransportInfo() method (section 13.1.12.1 of the Ranger Transport API Functional Specification Document Version 2.3) to determine if ...
How are ReadyToFeed, TrackClear and item events related?
Your application may begin or resume feeding whenever the TransportReadyToFeedState() event fires. When the TransportReadyToFeedState() event fires and the previous state is TransportEnablingOptions: Your Ranger options have been enabled. The scanner ...
What are "Sequential Image Filesets?"
Sequential File Sets are compatible with the image capture files created by most Unisys check scanners and sorters. Ranger's Sequential File Sets are used by a few Unisys resellers who also support non-Unisys scanners. Ranger® - The universal check ...
How can I generate the C++ files needed in referencing the functions and events ?
These instructions assume MS Visual Studio IDE Install a Ranger activex control on the development PC (found at www.sbullet.com) Add the Ranger control to the IDE toolbox Create a new C++ MFC dialog project in VS Drop the Ranger control onto a dialog ...
Do you have Ranger PowerPoint slides that I can use in my sales presentations?
Yes, please see the attached file. Please contact us at support@sbullet.com with any questions that you may have. Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright © 2023 Silver Bullet Technology www.sbullet.com
What are the Ranger symbols for: E13B, CMC7, OCRA and OCRB?
Character Sets: Ranger Symbol Code E13B CMC7 OCRA OCRB OCRA Numeric OCRB Numeric Numeric Special ! 0x21 Can't Read Can't Read Can't Read Can't Read Can't Read Can't Read Can't Read # 0x23 # # # $ 0x24 $ % 0x25 % % & 0x26 & & ( 0x28 ( ) 0x29 ) * 0x2A ...
What is the most portable way to support manual-drop feeding?
Most Ranger-based applications support manual-drop feeding. Applications typically implement manual-drop feeding in a generic way which supports both manual-drop feeding items normally and after an exception. Due to the way manual-drop feeding is ...
How do I enable image file set support?
When Ranger is is in the TransportChangeOptions state call: Ranger.SetGenericOption("OptionalDevices", "NeedImaging", "true"); Ranger.SetGenericOption("OptionalDevices", "NeedFrontImage1", "true"); Ranger.SetGenericOption("OptionalDevices", ...
Why can I not view tiff images from Ranger in the Windows XP operating system?
The image viewer in Windows XP will not display JPEG (in TIFF) images. Options for working around this issue include the use of another image viewer that supports this image type or changing the image format used for grayscale images. IrfanView is an ...
How do I enable double-feed detection in my Ranger application?
When it comes to enabling double-feed detection, older versions of Ranger and newer versions behave differently. It is best to upgrade to the latest version of Ranger whenever you can. To enable double-feed detection, make the following call when ...
How do I add Ranger ActiveX event handlers to my application?
Development environments vary in the way they allow you to add ActiveX event handlers. In Visual Studio, right-mouse button click on the Ranger control and select "Add Event Handler" Ranger® - The universal check scanner interface Copyright © 2023 ...
Which check scanners can produce ultraviolet (UV) images?
Ranger supports capturing ultraviolet (UV) images when UV cameras are installed on the check scanner. Specific image capture choices, such as grayscale or color image capture, may affect the scanner's availability to capture UV images. Check with the ...
What scanners have a magnetic strip reader (MSR)?
The following scanners may come with a magnetic strip reader. Be sure to double check the specifications of the scanner from your supplier as the card reader is optional for some of the scanners listed below: Make Model Notes MagTek Excella MDX No ...
GetTransportInfo returns "File not present"
Most likely you're requesting transport information before the "TransportChangeOptionsState" (before Ranger has connected to the scanner). You should delay this call until Ranger reaches "TransportChangeOptionsState" or a later state. If the problem ...
Does Ranger work in a Citrix Environment?
Ranger is not tested in a Citrix Thin Client; Ranger is tested on full operating system installs. Below are some points that would need to be addressed. This is not intended to be a complete list but a starting point: Ranger has to be installed on ...
Why should I use SetFixedEndorseText() on most small check scanners?
Most small check scanners do not have the ability to set the endorsement (inkjet) text for the item that is currently being scanned. Therefore the SetEndorseText() call is not supported in this case. This is a limitation of the check scanner. You can ...
How can I endorse text on items?
The general approach is the following: 1. Check that the endorser is present in the "TransportInfo.ini" file. If the feature is not present then endorsing is not possible. Example of TransportInfo.ini: [General] RearEndorserPresent = true ...
How do I use Ranger with Java?
Using Ranger with Java (not Javascript) There is a Java interface, JNI, for Ranger called JRanger. It can be found on our website after logging in and selecting the "Ranger SDK" link. Because Ranger and the drivers that Ranger uses are 32 bit you ...
I downloaded the Visual Studio Ranger sample application but it doesn't work
Most of the sample projects are with Visual Studio 2003 which did not offer a 64-bit compile option. Ranger is a 32-bit binary so the application must also be compiled as a 32-bit binary. 32-bit binaries can still be run on a 64-bit operating ...
I'm having problems saving images in my web application with protected mode
The information in the link below explains more about saving files with Protected Mode in Internet Explorer. This only shows on Vista or newer operating systems. Understanding and Working in Protected Mode Internet Explorer: Internet Explorer for ...
How do I use Ranger in a C# or VB.NET web application?
How do I use Ranger in a C# or VB.NET web application? Ranger cannot be added to a .NET web application in the same way as the sample apps. This is because the C# or VB.NET code is run on the server, and the Ranger ActiveX control must be run ...
Windows Digital Signature verification won't allow my scanner to run
We have seen some instances of various scanners unable to connect with their internal device drive due to a problem with Digital Signatures: "Windows cannot verify the digital signature for the drivers required for this device. A recent hardware or ...
What's the difference between Main Hopper and Manual Drop?
The Main Hopper will feed continuously until the hopper is empty, an exception occurs, or the feed count is reached. Manual Drop will feed continuously until stop feeding is called, an exception occurs, or the feed count is reached. In larger ...
I'm getting an unhandled exception of type "System.InvalidOperationException"
This error occurs when trying to run one of our test apps from the SDK website with Visual Studio 2013 Express. To resolve this issue: Go into the properties of the project by right clicking on the project in the Solution Explorer. Under the ...
Why Does the ActiveX web application not read from the genericoptions.ini?
Zone Identifier Markers What is the zone identifier marker? A marker that is added to files downloaded from the internet with a modern web browser. It's an NTFS alternative name stream. Zone.Identifier stream name What versions of windows does the ...
Logging Ranger 4.5+ to Disk via INI files
As of version 4.5, Ranger can log to disk via options set in the 'C:\ProgramData\Silver Bullet Technology\Logging\Ranger\Ranger.ini' file. In order to enable logging to disk automatically, ensure the following values are set in the Ranger.ini ...
Why is Ranger software maintenance important?
Ranger annual software maintenance is a paid service allowing the covered licence(s) to receive unlimited software upgrades, bug fixes and technical support. If the maintenance expires without being renewed, the license is ineligible for upgrades, ...
How do I uninstall all Ranger components?
Close all Ranger-based applications before following these steps. For 32-bit systems, check the Program Files folder instead of Program Files(x86) On 64-bit Systems: In C:\Program Files(x86)\Silver Bullet Technology\Ranger\Scanner ...
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