Stripe M2 User Manual

Mobile reader for chip, contactless and swipe
Stripe Reader M2
www.stripe.com/terminal
Supported SDKs: iOS and android
Ready for tapping card
First LED ON
Reading card information
LEDs ON in consecutive order
Card read successful
4 LEDs ON + “BEEP”
Transaction completed
“BEEP”
Standby mode
First LED ashing
Error, please retry
2 “BEEP”s
Package Contents
Device X1
USB-A to USB-C cable X1
Reset button
USB-C
charging port
Reader Overview
Power button
For EMV card insert slot
Magstripe slot
NFC
contactless
tap location
LED status indicators
Set Up Instructions
STEP 1
Connect the charging cable to the reader and charge it for two hours before
initial use. Please use the charging cable provided in the reader box.
** For contactless tap, please ensure the card or mobile device is placed within 4cm of the contactless tap logo.
For magswipe and card insert payments, please ensure the card is orientated correctly as shown.
LED Status Indicators
STEP 2
Step 2: Power on the reader and enable Bluetooth on your phone or tablet.
Connect the reader to your phone or tablet using your point of sale app, not
device settings.
Charging Status
Full charge
75% charge
25% charge
50% charge
Charging

Stripe M2 Specifications

General

RAM	1GB
Connectivity	Bluetooth
Card Reader	NFC reader
Processor	Quad-core ARM processor
Operating System	Linux-based
Storage	8GB
Ports	USB-C

Summary

Package Contents

Set Up Instructions

Step 1: Charging the Device

Connect the charging cable for two hours before initial use.

Step 2: Connecting to Phone/Tablet

Power on, enable Bluetooth, and connect via the POS app.

LED Status Indicators

First LED ON Indicators

Shows states like ready for tapping or first LED flashing.

Consecutive LED Indicators

Shows states like reading card or transaction completed.

Four LED ON Indicators

Indicates card read successful or errors with beeps.

Charging Status

Cautions & Important Notes

Device Handling Precautions

Avoid dropping, water immersion, sharp objects, and physical damage.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Use a dry cloth for cleaning and avoid corrosive solvents.

FCC Caution Statements

FCC Compliance Declaration

Device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules regarding interference.

Warranty Information

Warranty Exclusions

Excludes damage from misuse, accidents, modifications, or unauthorized repair.