Amano Time Guardian FPT-40 Biometric Time Clock (Legacy Overview)

The Amano Time Guardian FPT-40 was a PC-based biometric employee time tracking system designed to eliminate “buddy punching” through fingerprint verification. Instead of using time cards or badges, employees clocked in and out using their fingerprint, ensuring that only the authorized individual could record attendance.

This system automatically calculated employee hours for up to 100 employees and applied rounding rules based on company policy. By removing paper cards and manual data entry, the FPT-40 helped reduce payroll errors and administrative workload.

Key Features

• Fingerprint-based clock-in and clock-out
• Automatic total hour calculation
• Configurable rounding policies
• Support for unlimited departments
• Elimination of cards and badges

The system connected to a PC via USB or Ethernet and included attendance management software for report generation and payroll export.

Payroll Integration

The FPT-40 software supported export formats compatible with many popular payroll platforms, including QuickBooks, Peachtree, Paychex, ADP, and others. Export functionality reduced the need for manual re-entry of payroll hours.

What Was Included

When originally shipped, the system included:

• Biometric time clock terminal
• Attendance software
• 50-foot USB connection cable
• CAT5 Ethernet cable

Replacement and Upgrade Path

The Amano FPT-40 has since been replaced by the Amano MTX30 with updated software. Businesses upgrading from the FPT-40 can import existing punch records into the newer system, preserving historical attendance data. The updated software maintains a familiar interface, minimizing retraining for administrators.

For organizations still operating the FPT-40, understanding its legacy capabilities can help determine whether repair, continued maintenance, or upgrade to a current biometric platform is the most practical solution.