Description
The RF IDeas pcSwipe intelligent magnetic stripe card reader is a cost-effective and efficient solution for customers wanting to leverage their existing base of magnetic stripe card-carrying personnel.
The pcSwipe reader is compatible with the billions of magnetic stripe cards in circulation worldwide. As with all RF IDeas products, pcSwipe has been designed to meet the identification and security needs of customers in many different applications and environments (see examples below). In addition to solid construction and numerous flush mounting options, key features include bi-directional swiping capability and fast swipe speeds for maximum usability.
Free software allows customers to configure their pcSwipe as needed. Options include the ability to read data from any data track locations on the card and custom programmability, allowing for keystrokes to be added before and after the card’s data. The plug-n-play functionality of the pcSwipe makes it an easy addition to your network, seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure.
The pcSwipe can be used as a standalone system, or can be integrated with other software applications using the optional software developer’s kit (SDK).
Features
Compatible with billions of cards worldwide
Plug-n-play installation
Fully programmable and customizable user defined fields
Error handling
Beeper and LED
Simultaneously reads up to 3 tracks of information
Connectors and software interface
The standard USB model (Enroll) connects directly to a USB port and can send data as keystrokes or work with the optional Software Developers Kit (SDK). The RS-232 model connects to a standard serial PC COM port and sends data as ASCII. Ethernet model emulates serial port reader and comes with software to redirect the IP address to a virtual COM port on Windows-based PCs. The CDC model emulates a virtual serial device.
Compatibility
Compatible with Windows CE®, Windows 2000®, Windows XP®, Windows Vista®, Macintosh®, the Solaris™ operating system, Sun Ray™ thin clients, and Linux. (Free configuration software requires Windows® operating system.)
Versatile mounting options
Articulated cable, standard mounting holes and unobtrusive design allows the reader to be placed anywhere on the desktop, mounted on monitors, installed on time clocks and more.
Meets medical/healthcare HIPAA requirements when used as a log-on reader.
