Small, Light, Fast, and Easy to Use
The Watson is a small, light, and fast FBI Appendix F certified multi-fingerprint scanner that is ergonomic and easy to use. Watson is the world’s first optical scanner using IB’s patented LES technology instead of a traditional glass prism, meaning fast, high-quality images without the need to clean between finger rolls. It comes with a full featured SDK to enable effective integration into applications requiring certified quality images. The Watson can also cost effectively perform all requirements common in ten print enrollment applications.
FASTER
- Rapid dry finger capture
- No need to clean latent prints in high-volume situations
- Easy integration via single SDK for all Integrated Biometrics FBI-certified products
BETTER
- Unaffected by extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, or bright artificial lights
- Compact, lightweight, and rugged
- Rejects common spoofing attacks
- Emits no bright lights during scans
- Meets or exceeds US military durability specifications
SMARTER
- Competitive pricing
- Extremely low power consumption
- Eliminates consumables (silicone membranes or cleaning tape)
- Lower maintenance costs
Light Emitting Sensor Technology (LES)
Integrated Biometrics’ scanners use our patented light-emitting sensor (LES) technology to deliver fixed and mobile FBI certified fingerprint imaging in an exceptionally durable, lightweight scanner.
LES-based biometric solutions provide picture-perfect image quality in both direct and indirect sunlight and are resistant to finger contaminants such as grease, oil, water, dust and chemicals.
Watson Documents & Downloads
Manuals, Specification Sheets & More
Overview
English | Spanish | Portuguese
Specification Sheet
English | Spanish | Portuguese | French
| Italian | Kazakh | Romanian | Turkish
User Manual
Hardware Manual
Certification and Compliance
Accessories
USB-C, Micro-B USB and USB-A*
Please contact a sales representative for more information.
*IB provided cables are highly recommended; however, third-party USB 2.0 OTG compliant cables may be used.
Watson Specifications
OS Support & System Requirements
OS Support
Windows Desktop Editions 10, 11
Linux Kernel 4.0 or newer
- Ubuntu 18.04LTS or newer
- Debian 10, 11, or newer
Android 10, 11, 12 or newer
CPU
x86 and x64 | 2.0GHz or higher ARM | 1.0 GHz or higher
Memory
512MB or higher
Images & Capture
Sensor Type
LES
Camera
CMOS
Resolution
500 ppi
Grayscale
256 grayscale dynamic range
Image Size
800 x 750 pixels
Supported Image Formats
RAW, JPEG2000, BMP, PNG, WSQ (FBI-approved)
Encryption
256-bit AES keys and RSA algorithms
FBI / Image Certifications
Certification Mobile ID IQS FAP 45, PIV, GSA FIPS201, FBI Appendix F
Speed
Minimum > 10fps for Galaxy Nexus 1.2 GHz dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 or equivalent; 17 FPS for Intel 2.8 GHz processor or equivalent
API Interface
Capture single-finger/two-finger direct, single-finger rolls, multi-device / multi-thread support
Quality Scoring
NFIQ v1 supported on all OSes and NFIQ2 for Windows
Weight & Dimensions
Product Weight
< 180 grams / 0.40 lbs (not including cable)
Platen Size
40.64 mm x 38.1 mm / 1.6” x 1.5”
Sensing Area
40.64 mm x 38.1 mm / 1.6” x 1.5”
Scanner Assembly Dimensions
60.3 mm x 62.3 mm x 33.04 mm / 2.37″ x 2.45” x 1.30”
Power & Connectors
Interface
USB 2.0
Power Source
USB Host
USB Voltage Level
4.4V to 5.25V
Conformance & Certifications
USB Certification
USB-IF USB.ORG
FCC/CE/UKCA Conformance
FCC Part 15 (per ANSI C63.4:2014) Class B, CE Emissions: EN 55032:2015 /A1:2020 Class B, EN, 55035:2017 /A11:2020
Air Discharge / Contact Discharge
In compliance with IEC 61000-4-2
Equipment Safety
IEC 62368-1
Hazardous Material
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU with amendment 2015/863
Vibration Test
IEC 60068-2-64
Compliance/Certifications
- Fingerprint Template Output Formats
- ISO_19794_2_2005/2011, ISO_19794_4_2005/2011
- ANSI_INCITS_378_2004/ANSI_INCITS_381_2004
- 500 PPI fingerprint capture supporting rolls and flats
- ISO 9001:2015
- iBeta ISO 30107-3 Compliant
- MOSIP L1 Compliant
- Meets TAA compliance for US customers
Temperature & Humidity
Operating Temperature
-10°C ~ +55°C / 14°F ~ 131°F
Humidity
20~95% RH < 40°C / 104°F (Non-condensing)
Storage Temperature
-40°C ~ +80°C / -40°F ~ 176°F
Surface & Systems
Ingress Protection / Water / Dust
IP65 Sealed bezel to scanning surface
Surface Durability
MIL-C-675c 4.5010, MIL-STD-810F
Cleaning & Sanitization
For proper cleaning and disinfection of IB products, visit
/cleaning
Mean-Time Between Failures (MTBF)
Based on 200 full two-finger enrollments per day, the Watson Mini MTBF is 33 years.
Compliance & Regulations
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Integrated Biometrics could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment legally under FCC regulations.
Available Versions
| Product | Part Number | Available Cables |
|---|---|---|
| Watson | WM110CA-EOO | 58″ Cable, USB 2.0 |
| WM1109B-EOO | 24″ Cable, Micro USB | |
| WM1129C-EOO | 24″ Cable, USB C | |
| WM1108B-EOO | 8″ Cable, Micro USB | |
| WM1118C-EOO | 8″ Cable, USB C | |
| WM110FA-EOO | 3 Meter Cable, USB A 2.0 | |
| WM1108M-EOO | 8″ No Choke Molex, No Feet | |
| WM110DA-EOO | 1. Meter Cable, USB 2.0 | |
| WM1114M-EOO | 70mm Molex, Pigtail Cable | |
| WM2A03M-EOO | 80mm Molex Cable (FIPS-140-2 Encryption) |
Warranty Information
All products have a 12-month warranty starting from the date of delivery. Additional years warranties available. Inquire with your IB representative.
Resources
SUPPORT/SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
The IBScanUltimate Software Development Kit (SDK) is a set of robust tools that empower solution providers with the ability to deploy compelling LES biometric acquisition applications. The SDK includes support for a variety of operating systems and exceeds the needs of the most challenging environments.
The SDK includes Application Programming Interface (API) documentation, IB software components, demonstration applications and source code for each platform. Demonstration source code is a simple reference for integrators to rapidly develop solutions using Integrated Biometrics’ LES technologies. We encourage you to review the included materials and explore the limits of creativity when designing custom biometric solutions.
If you have any questions, please contact your Integrated Biometrics reseller or the IB team. We’ll be glad to provide assistance during solution development.
