Unitech MS240 MS240-3UG Leaflet
Product codes
MS240-3UG
01/ 08 REV. C
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MS240/241 Magnetic Stripe Reader
Unitech’s MS240/241 reader provides a simple, reliable, and versatile
magnetic stripe reading solution for all your MSR needs.
The MS240/241 is the perfect MSR tool for applications such as point
of sale, access control, and self-service applications. Known for its
reliability, it is easy to install and use.
The MS240/241 is available in dual and triple track configurations for
reading ISO cards, and can be connected to any PC or Mac via
keyboard wedge or USB interface.
Cards can be swiped and read in both directionsand an LED provides
feedback to the user indicating “ready to read” or “read error”.
Features
• Bi-directional card swiping
• Output configurable via Windows software
• Easily desktop or wall mounted
•Compact space-saving design
• PS/2 and USB interface
• Advanced data editing capabilities
• ISO 7811, AAMVA, & CA DMV formats
Mechanical
Magnetic Stripe Formats ISO 7811, AAMVA, & CA DMV
Swipe Speed
Swipe Speed
3 to 55 inches per second
Card Width
0.010 to 0.050 inches
Slot Width
0.055 inches
Decoding
Standard decoding with advanced output data
editing
Dimensions
3.94" (L) x 1.38" (W) x 1.18" (H)
Weight
Approximately 9 oz. with cable
Color
Beige or black
Swipe
Bi-directional
Cable Length
74" (1.8M)
Connectors
PS/2 keyboard wedge and USB
Mounting
2 mounting holes with brass threaded inserts
Velcro strips
Reliability
Electronics MTBF (mean
125,000 POH (power on hours)
time between failures)
Magnetic Head Life
Magnetic Head Life
1,000,000 passes minimum
Rail and Cover Life
1,000,000 passes minimum
Read Rate
Less than one error in 100,000 bits on cards
conforming to ISO 7811 1-5 (not caused by
operator error)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0
o
C to 55
o
C (32
o
F to 131
o
F)
Storage Temperature
-30
o
C to 70
o
C (-22
o
F to 158
o
F)
Rating
Maximum 95% RH non-condensing
MS240/241
Magnetic Stripe
Reader