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IDTECH MINIMAG - User Manual

IDTECH MINIMAG
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MINIMAG
Magnetic Stripe Reader
Keyboard Wedge
User’s Manual
TM
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Summary

Agency Approved

Limited Warranty

Section 1 INTRODUCTION

Description

Describes the MiniMag reader's capabilities, including track reading and data editing features.

Section 2 INSTALLATION

Host Connections

Details how to connect the MiniMag reader between the host computer and keyboard using a Y adapter cable.

Section 3 CONFIGURATION

Default Settings

Outlines the factory default settings for the MiniMag and requirements for modification, including terminal compatibility.

Configuration Setup Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for entering setup mode and programming configuration settings via keystroke commands.

General Selections

Defines basic operating parameters such as terminal type, beep volume, and intercharacter delay.

Reading and Decoding Settings

Controls MSR reading enablement and selects the direction for card swiping and data decoding.

Magnetic Track Selections

Allows selection of which magnetic stripe tracks (1, 2, or 3) will be read and decoded.

Start;End Sentinel and Track 2 Account Number Only

Configures the sending of start/end sentinels and selection of Track 2 account number output.

Section 4 DATA EDITING

Functions

Describes data editing capabilities including rearranging data, inserting strings, duplicating fields, and selecting output fields.

Fields

Explains how to divide data into fields, edit them individually, and define new fields for specific functions.

Formulas

Details the data editing formula concept, its application process, and supported data formats.

Data Editing Setup Commands

Lists commands for enabling/disabling data editing and defining added fields for output.

Data Editing Search Command

Introduces five search methods (Length, String, Before, Between, After) for custom data format analysis.

Syntax for Data Editing Search Commands

Provides the detailed syntax and parameters for configuring data editing search commands.

Data Editing Send Command

Command to output edited field data according to customer-defined order and specified formats.

Section 5 OPERATION

Operating Procedure

Step-by-step guide for correctly swiping a card and interpreting the reader's LED and beep indicators for read status.

Section 6 TROUBLESHOOTING

General Procedures

Basic diagnostic steps to identify common problems such as power, cabling, incorrect configuration, or poor magnetic stripe quality.

Keyboard Interface Problems

Troubleshooting tips for issues related to the keyboard interface, including cable compatibility and data transmission speed.

Appendix A. Default Settings Table

Appendix B. Function Code Table

Appendix C: Non-printable ASCII Characters

Appendix D: Magnetic Stripe Standard Data Formats

International Standards Organization (ISO) Credit Card Format

Details the data structure for ISO credit cards across magnetic stripe Track 1 and Track 2.

California Drivers License Format

Details the data structure for California Driver's Licenses across magnetic stripe Track 1 and Track 2.

Track 3 Data Format

Details the data structure for magnetic stripe Track 3, including various fields and their lengths.

AAMVA Drivers License Format

Details the data structure for AAMVA Driver's Licenses across magnetic stripe Track 1, Track 2, and Track 3.

Appendix E: USB;Keyboard Interface

To install the ID TECH Reader Setup

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the ID TECH USB Reader Setup utility from a diskette.

To use the ID TECH Reader Setup

Guides users on operating the ID TECH Reader Setup utility to configure the reader via USB interface.

IDTECH MINIMAG Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMagnetic Stripe Reader
Connectivity TechnologyWired
Power SupplyUSB powered
ColorBlack
Operating System CompatibilityWindows

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