rf IDEAS MS3-00M1AKU pcSwipe USB Magnetic Swipe Reader, 3 Track, Black, 6' Cable

pcSwipe^™ Magnetic Stripe Reader

The pcSwipe Magnetic Stripe Card Reader for identification and enrollment is a cost-effective and efficient solution for customers wanting to leverage their existing base of magnetic stripe card-carrying personnel. The pcSwipe magnetic stripe reader is compatible with the billions of magnetic stripe cards in circulation worldwide. In addition to solid construction and numerous flush mounting options, key features include bi-directional stripe card reader capability and fast swipe speeds for maximum usability. Free software allows customers to configure their pcSwipe as needed. The pcSwipe magnetic card reader easily adds security to your network.

Benefits:

• Improves information accuracy and productivity
• PC/LAN access control
• Application logon
• Employee identification/user authorization
• Time and attendance, meeting attendance, visitor management
• Fitness or training attendance, dispensing/vending, point of sale

Features:

• Simultaneously reads up to three tracks of data from any data track locations on the card
• Fully programmable, with user-defined customizable fields
• Allows for keystrokes to be added before and after the card's data
• Plug-and-play installation for easy, seamless integration with existing network infrastructure
• Versatile mounting options with an articulated cable and standard mounting holes (cost-effective optional mount available)
• Unobtrusive design when placed on desktops, mounted on monitors, installed on time clocks and more
• The pcSwipe can be used as a standalone system, or can be integrated with other software applications using the optional Software Developer Kit (SDK)

Operating Conditions: 

• Operating Frequency: Operating Technology: Magnetic stripe
• Supported Card Types: Compatible with millions of cards in use worldwide

Physical Characteristics:

• Dimensions:  3.7 in x 1.3 in x 1.2 in(9.3 cm x 3.4 cm x 3 cm)
• Weight:  4.6 oz(130.4 g)
• Housing Color:  Reader: black, mounting base: black
• Mounting Options: Reader has an articulated cable for easy placement on desktops, counters, and more (optional mounting base available). Optional base dimensions: 3.375" x 3.5" x 0.5" (86 x 89 x 13 mm). Base weight: 13 oz. (369g)
• Cable Length: 6" (custom lengths available; call Sales department at 866-439-4884)
• Indicators: Tri-state LED, dual tone beeper
• Power Supply: USB self-powered; serial RS-232 [DB9F] model: 5V supplied by either PS/2 keyboard pass-through or USB power tap
• Interface: USB, serial RS-232
• Software Development Kit (SDK): Yes

Environmental Usage:

• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 55°C (32°F to 131°F )
• Operating Humidity Range: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
• Storage Temperature Range: -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F )

General Information:

• Certifications
• FCC, United States; CE Mark, Europe; RCM, Australia; Industry Canada, RoHS
• Warranty
• One year for material/workmanship defects. See complete policy for details.
• Compatible Operating Systems
• Compatible with Windows CE^®, Windows 2000^®, 7^®, 8^®, 10^®, Windows XP^®, Windows Vista^®, Macintosh^®, the Solaris^™ operating system, Sun Ray^™ thin clients, and Linux (free configuration software requires Windows^® operating system)

Additional Information: 

• Connectors and Software Interface
  • The standard USB model connects directly to a USB port and can send data as keystrokes or work with the optional Software Developer Kit (SDK). The RS-232 model connects to a standard serial PC COM port and sends data as ASCII. The CDC model emulates a virtual serial device.
• Operating Conditions
  • Media Thickness: 0.015" (0.127 mm) to 0.038" (1.14 mm)
  • Media Formats: ISO 7811, AAMVA and other F2F formats
  • Slot Width: 0.040" (1.0 mm)
  • Swipe Speed: 3 to 60 inches per second, bi-directional
  • Operating Life: 1,000,000 cycles minimum
• Physical Characteristics
  • Ports/Styles: USB, RS-232