The Unitech MS246 is an intelligent, programmable magnetic stripe reader that provides a wide range of functionality and value in a convenient package size. The entire unit is just 100mm long, about the length of a credit card. It reads up to three tracks of information with a single swipe in either direction, and has a beeper and three-color LED indicator to signal a successful read. The MS246 provides easy USB connectivity and OPOS driver support.

Features
• Small footprint to fit in tight places
• Reads up to 3 tracks of information
• Bi-directional swipe reading
• Superior reading of high jitter, scratched, and worn cards
• Reliable for over 1,000,000 card swipes
• Threaded inserts for mounting
• USB-KB or USB-HID interface, no external power supply required
• OPOS driver available (Compatible with Windows 7, Vista and XP)
• No data editing capabilities

Product Model and Description

MS246

Unitech, MS246 Magnetic Stripe Reader, Triple Track, USB (Keyboard Emulation / HiD Mode), Black - (No Data Editing Capabiltity)

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• Electrical

• Magnetic TTL	Power +5 VDC +/-10% (50mV ripple maximum). Ground 0 VDC (GND). Chassis ground connected to GND and magnetic head case.
  Operating Current	1mA per track maximum when reading a card About 70mA for decoded magnetic stripe

• Environmental

• Operating Temperature	32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C )
  Storage Temperature	-22°F to 158°F (-30°C to 70°C )
  Humidity	Maximum 95% non-condensing

• Reliability

• Magnetic Head Life	1,000,000 passes minimum
  Rail and Cover Life	1,000,000 passes minimum
  Conformance	ISO 7811 1-6
  Warranty	2 years, parts and labor

• Mechanical

• Magnetic Stripe Formats	ISO 7811, AAMVA
  Swipe Speed	5 to 50 inches per second, bi-directional
  Card Thickness	.015 to .045 inches
  Slot Width	.050 inches (1.37mm)
  Indicators	Tri-colored LED, beeper
  Interface	USB-KB, USB-HID
  Dimensions	Length: 3.94 inches (100mm) Width: 1.38 inches (35mm) Height: 1.18 inches (30mm)
  Weight	7 oz
  Cable Length	6-foot side exit cable

• Product Documentation

• File Description	Download
  MS246 Brochure
  MS246 Manual

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  Supporting Software

• File Description	Download
  MS245/246 Configuration Manager Software for configuring the MS245/246 magnetic stripe reader.
  MSR Keyboard Base Driver Required if you want to use OPOS feature.
  USBKB OPOS Driver MSR Keyboard Base Driver needs to be installed first before install this one.