ZKTECO MDS100 Portable Pole Metal Detector User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ZKTECO
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ZKTECO MDS100 Portable Pole Metal Detector
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About the Manual
This manual introduces the operations of the Portable Pole Metal Detector MDS100. All figures displayed are for illustration purposes only. Figures in this manual may not be exactly consistent with the actual products.
Overview
Introduction
MDS 100 is a metal detection pole that offers a checkpoint specific solution to airports, bus terminals, conferences, customs, docks, and railway stations. MDS 100 can detect concealed metal objects, smartphones, and smartwatches on a person’s body. Its sensitive detection and huge screening capacity outperform the hand-held metal detectors.
Appearance
Dimensions
Specifications
| Feature | Descriptions |
|---|---|
| Maximum Detection Distance | 120cm |
| Detection Radius | Up to 80cm |
| Throughput Rate | 50 people/minute |
| Sensitivity Level | 100 |
| Alarm Zone | 2 zones |
| Touch Screen Size | 3.5inches |
| Alarm Volume | 1 to 10 Levels |
| Alarm Ring | 6 Types (selectable) |
| Input Voltage | 15V |
| Embedded Rechargeable Battery | 8Hrs to be fully charged |
Supports 28Hrs of operation
Battery Capacity| 10000mAh
Input Voltage| 15V
Operating Current| 260mA
Operating Power| 3.9W
Housing Material| Aluminum Alloy
Protection Level| IPX5
Operating Temperature| -10°C to 50°C
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Storage Temperature| -35°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity| 0%RH to 95%RH (non-condensing)
Dimension(LWH)| 360.6380.01969.4(mm)
Dimension with Packing(LWH)| 4705452380(mm)
Net Weight| 15kg
Weight with Packing| 40kg
Certification(s)| CE FCC
Performance and Technical Features
- Adjustable Sensitivity: Each detection zone has 100 sensitivity levels (0 to 100). You can preset the metal size, by excluding coins, keys, jewelry, belt buckle, etc.
- Digital Pulse Technology: Digital signal processing and filtering system in the detector has an excellent anti-interference ability.
- Harmless: With no radiation emitted, the detector is safe for pregnant women, people who implanted pacemakers.
- Easy to install: The detector has an integrated design which makes it easy to assemble and disassemble.
Detection Distance
Since different objects have different lengths, volumes, masses, densities, etc., the detection distance for each different object is also different. Please refer to the actual detection location for the detection distance.
| Object | Distance |
|---|---|
| Keys | 30cm |
| USB flash drive | 45cm |
| Smartwatch | 60cm |
| Utility knife | 70cm |
| Smartphone | 80cm |
| Screwdriver | 120cm |
Components
| 1. Indicator | 2. Speaker | 3. 3.5-inch Touch Screen |
|---|---|---|
| 4. Alarm Zone LED | 5. Power Button | 6. Foot Cup |
| 7. Magnetic Sensor | 8. Power Interface | 9. Base |
Installation Setup
Safety Precautions
- Install the detector on a stable and smooth area. Make sure that the detector is installed firmly on the selected area.
- It can be used for both indoor and outdoor operations.
- Wait for the detector to be calibrated for 2 seconds when it starts initially. Do not touch the detector during a security check to avoid false alarm.
- Do not disassemble the unit without the guidance of a professional technician.
Installation Site
The following section describes the requirements of the installation environment.
Movable Metallic Items
The movable metallic objects must be kept away at 2 meters from the detector to avoid false alarms.
Floor Vibration
The installation floor must be flat and fixed to avoid false alarm raised from the movement of the people walking through the detector.
Electromagnetic Radiation and Interference
Since the detector uses Bilateral receiver technology, the detector must be
installed away at a distance of at least 1 meter from the sources of
electromagnetic radiation or electromagnetic interference. The parameters that
define the distance are determined by the installation environment and the
parameters vary for different installation environments.
The sources of electromagnetic radiation and electromagnetic interference are
given below:
Electrical Control Box, Radio frequency equipment, Interphone, High Power
Motor, Power Transformer, AC Power Lines, Thyristor Control Circuit (High
Power Switching Power Supply, Inverter Welder), Engine, Motor, etc.
Installation Steps
Make sure that the device is installed as per the following installation instructions. If you want to open the chassis, you should contact the agent for permission. Otherwise, you will bear any consequence resulting from your actions.
- Install on the base
Insert the pole into the hexagonal slot of the base.
- Install on the wall
- Fix the back plates on the wall according to the pole position using wall mounting screws;
- Attach the pole to the back plates.
Note: The detector’s sensor needs to point to the North Pole.
Detection Zones
The MDS100 detector can detect a wide range of threat objects/weapons composed
of magnetic. 
The two detection zones and accurate detection ensures that if the metal composition reaches or exceeds the preset value, the alarm LED of the specific zone where the material is hidden will glow and an alarm will be triggered.
Operational Procedure
Connect the power supply to the detector. Press the power button, and after 2
seconds of initialization, you can perform the following operations. 
Main Menu
Press on the home screen to open the main menu, as shown below:
| Item | Descriptions |
|---|
Sensitivity
| There are two zones, to set the sensitivity of detection. The larger the value, the more sensitive the system would be, i.e. if a larger value is set, the probe zone is much easier and frequently triggered. The valid value ranges from 1 to 100.
Security Level
| Sets the metal detection level. The level can be set to different security levels according to different application area. There are three modes: “ High “, “ Medium “, and “ Low “. It is recommended to use the default level of “ Medium “.
Application Area
| You can set the usage area as per your requirements such as airports,
customs, docks, prisons, train stations and bus stations.
Alarm Settings| To set the volume, alarm count and tone of the
alarm.
Autotest
| To automatically test whether each module functions properly, including the
Zone, LED and Speaker.
System Password| To set the password for data security.
Record Query
| When a person passes through the metal detection pole, the corresponding details will be saved in the device. This function allows the user to check the detection records.
System Settings
| You may customize the sleep mode, system time, language settings and reset the device.
System Info
| You can view the device name, serial number, MAC address, firmware and
manufacturer information.
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Adjusting Sensitivity
There are two zones, to set the sensitivity of detection. The larger the value, the more sensitive the system would be.
Click Sensitivity on the main menu. 
Select the zone to be adjusted, adjust the sensitivity of the zone in the zone interface, and click OK to save.
Security Level Setting
Here, the metal detection level can be set to different security levels
according to the real-time application area.
Click Security Level on the main menu to set the metal detection level.
Select the security level according to your needs, and the settings will take effect automatically. Press the icon in the top left corner of the interface to exit the security level interface.
Application Area Setting
The settings can be selected for security inspections at access points at
airports, customs, docks, prisons, train stations, and bus stations.
Click Application Area on the main menu.
Select the application area according to the requirements and the settings will be icon in the top left corner of the interface to exit the domain interface.
Alarm Settings
The Alarm Settings are used to set the volume, alarm count and tone of the
alarm. Click Alarm Settings on the main menu. 
| Menu | Descriptions |
|---|
Alarm Volume
| You can adjust the volume of the device; the valid rang is: 0 to 10.
Alarm Times
| Set the times of alarms when the metal composition reaches or exceeds the
preset value.(The default value is 2)
Alarm Tone| Select an alarm tone from the available options.
Autotest
The Autotest option is used to automatically test whether each module
functions properly, including Zone, LED, and Speaker.
Click Autotest on the main menu. 
| Menu | Descriptions |
|---|
Zone Test
| Check the detector by placing metal in the zone to check whether the detector is sensitive. When a metal is placed in the zone, the detector will alarm.
LED Test
| Automatically tests whether the Red and Green LED indicators light up.
Speaker Test
| To automatically test whether the audio files stored in the device are complete and the voice quality is good.
System Password
The System Password feature is used to improve the security of data.
Click System Password on the main menu.
Enter a password and re-enter it. Click OK. If the two entered passwords are different, the prompt “Password not match” will appear. The default password is 0, which can be changed, the password may contain1 to 6 digits.
Record Query
When a person passes through the detector, the details will be saved in the
device. This function allows the user to search for a detection record.
Click Record Query on the main menu.
Select the time range you want to search records; press OK, the system will search and display the respective record.
System Settings
You may customize the screen sleep, time, language and reset the device.
Click System Settings on the main menu.
Sleep Mode
Click Sleep Mode on the System Settings interface.
If you have activated the sleep mode, when there is no operation, the device will enter the standby mode. Press any key or finger to resume the normal working mode. You can disable this function or set the value to 5s, 10s, 20s, 40s, 60s or 120s.
Time Settings
Click Time Settings on the System Settings interface.
You can manually set date and time and click Confirm to save.
Language
Click Language on the System Settings interface to select the language of
the device.
To select the language of the device.
Reset
Click Reset on the System Settings interface.
This option restores the device settings, such as system settings, to factory
settings (does not clear the data).
Click OK to reset.
System Info
Click System Info on the main menu.
Here, you can view the device name, serial number, MAC address, firmware, manufacturer and MCU version information.
Packing List
The package consists of the following items:
| S.No | Component | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pole | 1 |
| 2 | Base | 1 |
| 3 | Plates | 2 |
| 4 | Screw | 8 |
| 5 | Plastic Plug | 8 |
| 6 | User Manual | 1 |
| 7 | Adapter | 1 |
| 8 | Power Cord | 1 |
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Phone : +86 769 – 82109991
Fax : +86 755 – 89602394
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