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HF-X05 Face Scan / Fingerprint Device Setup Guide

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Written by Myo Zaw Hein
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This article explains how to set up and use the HF-X05 Face Scan / Fingerprint Attendance Device, including powering on the device, installing the correct app version, and registering face and fingerprint data for attendance.

1. Power On and Connect to Wi-Fi

  1. When you receive the HF-X05 device, power it on.

  2. Connect the device to a stable Wi-Fi network before proceeding.

2. Check the Device SN Number

Before downloading the app, you must check the Serial Number (SN) located at the back of the device.

  • If the SN starts with HF2023

  • If the SN starts with HF2024

  • If the SN starts with HF2025

This information determines which APK version you should install.

3. Download the Correct APK File

APK for Fingerprint & Face Scan (HF-X05)

🔹 X05 Old Machine

SN: HF 2023 022100221A62
​APK Link:

https://bettterhrbranding.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/BetterHROffice_2.6.12_fr_release.apk

🔹 X05 New Machine

Build Number: HF 2024 022100221A62
​APK Link:

https://bettterhrbranding.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/BetterHROffice_2.6.14_fr_new_release.apk

Note: Devices with HF2024 and above should use the New Machine APK link.

4. Install the App on the Device

  1. Open Chrome on the HF-X05 device.

  2. Type or paste the correct APK link into the address bar.

  3. The APK file will begin downloading.

  4. If the device shows a message about unknown apps, enable Allow downloads from Chrome.

  5. After permission is granted, proceed with the installation.

  6. Once installation is complete, open the BetterHR Office app.

5. Sign In to the BetterHR Office App

  1. Open the app.

  2. Select Sign in to Organization and type the domain URL.

  3. Click Next.

  4. Enter the Admin Username and Password.

  5. Click Next.

  6. Select the Location.

6. Grant Required Permissions

The device will request several permissions. Please allow all of the following:

  • Allow BetterHR Office to manage all files

  • Allow camera access (to take pictures and record video)

  • Allow phone call management

  • Allow access to photos and media

Once all permissions are granted, you will be redirected to the main page.

7. Access Device Settings

  1. On the main page, tap the Settings icon (top-right corner).

  2. Log in again using the Admin Username and Password.

  3. From here, you can:

    • Enable or disable Face Recognition

    • Enable or disable Fingerprint Scan

8. Register Face Recognition

  1. In Settings, tap Register Face.

  2. Enter the employee’s name.

  3. Select the employee from the dropdown list.

  4. Start the face scanning process.

  5. Capture the photo and tap OK to save.

  6. A success message will confirm the registration.

Test Face Recognition

  1. Return to the main page.

  2. Tap Face Recognition.

  3. If the face matches, the system will show “Face Recognition Matched”.

  4. A Check-In / Check-Out option will appear to record attendance.

9. Register Fingerprint

  1. Go to Settings and log in as Admin.

  2. Tap Register Fingerprint.

  3. Search and select the employee’s name.

  4. Place the employee’s finger on the scanner.

  5. A message will appear: “Fingerprint Registration Successful.”

Test Fingerprint Scan

  1. Return to the main page.

  2. Tap Fingerprint Scan.

  3. If matched, the system will display a confirmation.

  4. The Check-In / Check-Out option will appear to record attendance.

10. Attendance Usage

Once face or fingerprint registration is complete, employees can use the device to:

  • Check in

  • Check out

Attendance will be recorded successfully when the scan is matched.

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