Dataimage photo ID software

Dataimage comes in three versions for different levels of functionality: Lite, Express and Professional (view comparison chart). Cards can be produced in full colour, incorporating variable text, logos, photos - even barcodes, signatures and fingerprints. Its flexible design capability allows text to appear in any True-Type font, in any size, in any colour, while images can be captured live or photos and logos scanned in and imported. Using standard and proprietary JPEG image compression formats, over 1.5 million records can be stored on a 10GB hard disk.

Dataimage is designed for maximum ease of use, without compromising flexibility. A customisable interface ensures that users can work in a format with which they feel comfortable. Minimal training is required and Databac will set up the software, including interface and badge design, so that the system is ready for use.

How it works

To produce badges, all users need to do is enter the data, capture the image and print. Using a digital camera, web cam, CCD or camcorder, a person can be captured and frozen on screen. The object appears live on screen until the desired image is accepted and saved. Alternatively, photos can be scanned in and imported as JPEGs, BMPs, TIFs, PNGs, TGAs or PCXs.

The software will print to any Windows-supported printer. Using a laser or inkjet printer, inserts can be printed and laminated to produce an ID card. Using a card printer, photos and data can be printed directly onto PVC, PET and other card substrates.

Connectivity

Dataimage links to back-end Windows and Unix databases, including SQL and Oracle, populating cards with existing data.
It can connect to any Windows-supported network, via dial-up modem, LAN and WAN. The system can be set up so that the data is housed in a central location, with viewing and/or capture stations in branch offices. It can connect to barcode, magnetic stripe, proximity and other reading devices for image/record recall, as well as providing connectivity to third-party systems like access control, time and attendance, cashless vending and others.

Bespoke systems

Dataimage can also be customised to suit individual requirements. From data entry, through back office connectivity, to the user interface itself, Databac can redesign Dataimage or even build a completely new system to customer specification. Extra features can be included, such as PKI network security and intranet connectivity.

System requirements

A PIII / Athlon / Duron 1GHz PC running Windows 98SE, NT or 2000; 128MB RAM; 2GB free hard disk space; graphics card (800x600 16-bit res.); parallel printer port (two if running stand-alone text printer as well as card printer); USB port (not for NT).

Live capture: spare PCI slot for capture card. Networked versions: network card.
Laptop capture - A USB capture box will turn a laptop PC into a mobile capture and printing station.

Image capture - the person's image can be captured live or imported from a variety of image formats. Dataimage features extensive tools to enhance the image.

Design - Dataimage's design module allows you to create your badge design, with imported company logos, security backgrounds and other graphics.

Encode - Dataimage features an in-built capability automatically to encode magnetic stripes and other technologies on the card.