IntroductionUSB HID Magnetic Stripe Reader Insertion Reader is a compact magnetic stripe card reader, which conforms to ISO standards. The Reader is compatible with any device with a host USB interface. The reader is supplied with dual heads to increase the chance that a card is read correctly. Whether inserted with the stripe up or down. Two-track and 3-track models are available. A card is read by inserting it into and/or removing it out of the card slot when the card is oriented such that the card's magnetic stripe contacts a read head.
Feature• Powered through the USB – no external power supply required (current consumption of less than one USB Unit Load)• Hardware Compatible with PC or any computer or terminal with a USB interface• Mag-Stripe reading during insertion and/or removal of card – for reliable card reading• Reads encoded data that meets ANSI/ISO/AAMVA standards and other custom formats such as ISO track 1 format on track 2 or 3• Reads up to three tracks of card data• Compatible with USB specification Revision 1.1• Compatible with HID specification Version 1.1• Can use standard Windows HID driver for communications; no third party device driver is required• Programmable USB serial number descriptor• Programmable USB Interrupt In Endpoint polling interval• Programmable read direction. (insert, withdrawal or both)• Non-volatile memory for configuration storage• Optional 6-foot Black or Pearl White cable; the 3-track version uses standard USB mini Type B connector• Isolated PCB – isolates electronics from debris and liquids• AGC (Automatic Gain Control) in MagTek’s latest read IC - enhances read performance with less susceptibility to RF interference• Beam-mounted Read-heads – improves card tracking capabilities• Ruggedized Chassis and Bezel Material - improves temperature and impact performance• Open Chassis Design – provides superior debris clearing capability• Half-card Drop Out – allows half-size credit cards and coins to be cleared from insert channel.