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Learn about the ClearID Self-Service Kiosk mobile app that simplifies visitor management and check-in.
Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer (Brother QL-820NWBc, QL-820NWB, or QL-810W)
To enable the physical printing of visitor badges during the check-in process, you must configure the Brother label printer connection for the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk.

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Visitor management devices
Learn about the ClearID Self-Service Kiosk mobile app that simplifies visitor management and check-in.
- About ClearID Self-Service Kiosk
  Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk is a mobile app that simplifies the management of visitors enrolled using the Genetec ClearID™ self-service portal. The self-service kiosk is intended for visitor centers or gated facilities where guests check-in by themselves.
- Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk iPad
  To enable on-site visitor check-in, you must link the physical iPad to the Genetec ClearID™ self-service portal using a unique activation code..
- About mobile operator check-in
  To accelerate visitor processing at large events and reduce kiosk wait times, operators such as receptionists and security guards can check visitors in and out of sites using the mobile application for Genetec ClearID™.
- Configuring mobile operator check-in
  To enable high-speed visitor processing at large events, you must link mobile devices to the Genetec ClearID™ portal using a unique activation code.
- Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer (Brother QL-820NWBc, QL-820NWB, or QL-810W)
  To enable the physical printing of visitor badges during the check-in process, you must configure the Brother label printer connection for the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk.
  - Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer for Bluetooth mode (Brother QL-820NWBc or QL-820NWB)
    Before visitors can use the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk to check in, you must configure the label printer so that labels can be printed during the check-in process.
  - Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer for Wi-Fi mode (Brother QL-820NWBc, QL-820NWB, or QL-810W)
    To enable wireless badge printing across multiple kiosks, you must configure Wi-Fi network settings on the Brother label printer and link the hardware to the Genetec ClearID™ portal.
  - Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer for Ethernet mode (Brother QL-820NWBc or QL-820NWB)
    To provide a stable, high-capacity printing solution for up to five kiosks, you must configure a hardwired Ethernet connection for the Brother label printer in Genetec ClearID™.
- Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer (Brother TD-4550DNWB )
  To enable high-volume badge printing for visitor check-ins, you must configure the Brother TD-4550DNWB label printer connection in Genetec ClearID™.
- Selecting a Self-Service Kiosk label printer
  To enable badge printing for on-site visitors, you must select and link the configured label printer within the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk mobile application.
- Printing a test badge from the Self-Service Kiosk
  To help you understand if the printer is working as expected, you can print a test badge. This can be done after the initial setup or when replacing the label roll.
- Resetting the Self-Service Kiosk mobile app
  To resolve persistent hardware connectivity issues or reassign a device to a new site, you can perform a hard reset of the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk mobile application.
- Self-Service Kiosk options
  The Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk hardware options include various mounting frames and label printer accessories designed to accommodate different physical lobby environments and mounting requirements.
- Identity document types
  The identity document types reference provides a comprehensive list of the government-issued identification, including passports, driver's licenses, and national ID cards that are supported for automated scanning and verification by the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk.
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Configuring the Self-Service Kiosk label printer (Brother QL-820NWBc, QL-820NWB, or QL-810W)

2026-05-07

To enable the physical printing of visitor badges during the check-in process, you must configure the Brother label printer connection for the Genetec ClearID™ Self-Service Kiosk.

Before you begin

Familiarize yourself with the following:

Brother QL-820NWB label printer.

What you should know

Use only one label printer per kiosk and pair the printer with the kiosk using Bluetooth.
If you need multiple kiosk devices to share a single label printer, or if the printer must be placed far from the kiosks, use a Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection. For example, you might have two kiosks at the building entrance and one label printer located at the reception desk.

Note:

A rechargeable Li-ion battery unit (power supply) can also be purchased and used in situations where mains power is unavailable.

Procedure

Choose one of the following:

After you finish

Occasionally, you might need to order supplies, replace the coin cell battery, recharge the optional battery unit (if used), or clean the label printer.

For more information, see Brother QL-810W/QL-820NWB Quick Setup Guide and Brother QL810W/QL-820NWB User Guide.