Using the magnetic card reader (mcr) – Printek Mt3-II Series User Manual

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Operation

Using the Magnetic Card Reader (MCR)

The Magnetic Card Reader is a factory-installed option. This option requires special application software to
read and process cards with a magnetic stripe, such as credit cards or driver’s licenses.

Refer to the following figure if your printer is equipped with the optional magnetic stripe reader and the
application software asks for the card to be read. Quickly swipe the card through the reader either left to right
or right to left. The magnetic stripe must be facing as shown in the picture below.

The DUAL Green/Red indicator on the printer indicates the following:

MCR Indicator

Status

Green

Ready/waiting for card to be swiped.

Red

Error reading card’s data.

OFF

Good swipe. Card’s data read, or not
ready for card to be swiped.

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