MagTek MT-215 TTL SINGLE HEAD, 3-TRACK - Manual (Page 7)

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SECTION 1. FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
The MT-215, TTL, Single Head Insertion Reader is a manually operated, or push-in, Reader,
which reads three tracks. As shown in Figure 1-1, there are three configurations of the Reader:
without bezel, with extended bezel, and with flat-faced bezel. The single read head is mounted
on top of the Reader (the same side as the connector) as shown in the illustration. The magnetic
card can be read on insertion or removal; MagTek recommends reverse read (the start sentinel is
read last) on withdrawal for greater accuracy.
The Reader will read cards conforming to the following specifications: ISO (International
Standards Organization), ANSI (American National Standards Institute), AAMVA (American
Association of American Motor Vehicle Administrators), and CDL (California Drivers License).
FEATURES
Features of the Reader are as follows:
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Single Read Head - Reads all three tracks in reverse read.
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Open Chassis design - provides superior debris clearing capability.
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Half-card Drop out - allows half-sized credit cards to clear from insert channel.
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Isolated PCB - isolates electronics from debris and liquids.
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AGC (Automatic Gain Control) in MagTek's latest F/2F decoder IC - enhances read
performance with less susceptibility to RF interference.
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Beam-mounted Read-head - improves card-tracking capabilities.
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Ruggedized Chassis and Bezel Material - improves temperature and impact performance.
CONFIGURATIONS
Table 1-1 lists the configurations.
Table 1-1. Configurations
Part Number Bezel
21065120 None
21065121 Flat-faced
21065122 Extended