MagTek P-SERIES User Manual

P-SERIES, PORT POWERED

INSERTION READER

TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL

Manual Part Number 99875158 Rev 12

SEPTEMBER 2009

REGISTERED TO ISO 9001:2000

1710 Apollo Court

Seal Beach, CA 90740

Phone: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

Technical Support: [phone]

www.magtek.com

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Rev Number

Date

Notes

1

04 Feb 00

Initial Release

2

01 Mar 00

Removed all references to unreleased P/N 21065098

3

07 Aug 00

Sec 1, Specs, Mechanical, Length changed to (without

Converted symbols to Metric System [SI].

from 90 days to one year.

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15 Feb 01

Sec 1: to Configuration Table added P/N 21065098, Single
Installation: head on opposite side described

Removed CE Approval

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10 Jul 02

Sec 2: Specs, changed weight from 3.2 oz. to 3.8 oz. Sec

note about Optional J5 Connector.

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21 May 03

Front Matter: added ISO line to logo, changed Tech Support
phone number, added new warranty statement.

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26 Jun 03

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8 May 06

Added support brackets

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23 Mar 07

Added 21065144, added new FCC Line.

(21064519); updated Limited Warranty & Agency Approvals

Copyright© 2000-2009

MagTek®, Inc.

Printed in the United States of Americ a

Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose,
without the express written permission of MagTek, Inc.

MagTek is a registered trademark of MagTek, Inc.

REVISIONS

bezel) 4.08” (103.6 mm); (with extended bezel) 4.82” (122.4
mm). Added weight of 3.5 oz to (100 grms ±20%).

4 01 Jan 00 Front Matter: Changed copyright date; Changed warranty

head with head opposite PCB side. Sec 2 Mechanical

6 19 Jul 01 Front Matter: Agency Approvals: FCC updated to Class B.

3: added statement for ICs 21088819 and 21088823
relevant to card insertion; added transmission examples and

Changed operating temperature to before (32 oF) and after

o

F) 1 Nov 03 shipping date.

(-4

12 19 Sept 09 Replaced mounting brackets with ang le brac ket kit

LIMITED WARRANTY

MagTek warrants that the products sold pursuant to this Agreement will perform in accordance with MagTek’s
published specifications. This warranty shall be provided only for a period of one year from the date of the
shipment of the product from MagTek (the “Warranty Period”). This warranty shall apply only to the “Buyer” (the
original purchaser, unless that entity resells the product as authorized by MagTek, in which event this warranty
shall apply only to the first repurchaser).

During the Warranty Period, should this product fail to conform to MagTek’s specifications, MagTek will, at its
option, repair or replace this product at no additional charge except as set forth below. Repair parts and
replacement products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will be either reconditioned or new. All replaced
parts and products become the property of MagTek. This limited warranty does not include service to repair
damage to the product resulting from accident, disaster, unreasonable use, misuse, abuse, negligence, or
modification of the product not authorized by MagTek. MagTek reserves the right to examine the alleged defective
goods to determine whether the warranty is applicable.

Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, MagTek specifically disclaims any liability or warranty for goods
resold in other than MagTek’s original packages, and for goods modified, altered, or treated without authorization
by MagTek.

Service may be obtained by delivering the product during the warranty period to MagTek (1710 Apollo Court, Seal
Beach, CA 90740). If this product is delivered by mail or by an equivalent shipping carrier, the customer agrees to
insure the product or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service
location, and to use the original shipping container or equivalent. MagTek will return the product, prepaid, via a
three (3) day shipping service. A Return Material Authorization (“RMA”) number must accompany all returns.
Buyers may obtain an RMA number by contacting Technical Support at [phone].

EACH BUYER UNDERSTANDS THAT THIS MAGTEK PRODUCT IS OFFERED
AS IS.

MAGTEK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

AND MAGTEK DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF ANY OTHER KIND,
INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

IF THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT CONFORM TO MAGTEK’S SPECIFICATIONS, THE SOLE REMEDY
SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED ABOVE. MAGTEK’S LIABILITY, IF ANY,
SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID TO MAGTEK UNDER THIS AGREEMENT.
IN NO EVENT WILL MAGTEK BE LIABLE TO THE BUYER FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY
LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING
OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, SUCH PRODUCT, EVEN IF MAGTEK HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY.

LIMITATION ON LIABILITY
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THE SECTIONS RELATING TO MAGTEK’S LIMITED WARRANTY,

MAGTEK’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IS LIMITED TO THE CONTRACT PRICE OF THIS
PRODUCT.

MAGTEK MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS MAY BE STATED IN THIS AGREEMENT, AND MAGTEK DISCLAIMS ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

MAGTEK SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONTINGENT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY. MAGTEK FURTHER LIMITS ITS LIABILITY OF ANY KIND
WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING ANY NEGLIGENCE ON ITS PART, TO THE
CONTRACT PRICE FOR THE GOODS.

MAGTEK’S SOLE LIABILITY AND BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES ARE STATED IN THIS SECTION
AND IN THE SECTION RELATING TO MAGTEK’S LIMITED WARRANTY.

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FCC WARNING STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and was found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to
Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CANADIAN DOC STATEMENT

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numériqué de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CE STANDARDS

Testing for compliance with CE requirements was performed by an independent laboratory. The unit under test
was found compliant with s tandards established for Class B devices.

UL/CSA

This product is recognized per Underwriter Laboratories and Canadian Underwriter Laboratories 1950.

RoHS STATEMENT

When ordered as RoHS compliant, this product meets the Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) Reduction of
Hazardous Substances (RoHS) European Directive 2002/95/EC. The marking is clearly recognizable, either as
written words like “Pb-free”, “lead-free”, or as another clear symbol ( ).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1. FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................... 1

FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................... 1

CONFIGURATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 2

ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................................ 2

MODES OF OPERATION ......................................................................................................................... 2

Unbuffered Mode .................................................................................................................................. 2

Buffered Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 3

RELATED DOCUMENTS.......................................................................................................................... 3

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 4

SECTION 2. INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................................... 5

CONNECTORS ......................................................................................................................................... 5

OPTIONAL RS-232 CABLE ...................................................................................................................... 5

MECHANICAL INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 6

OPTIONAL MOUNTING BRACKET ......................................................................................................... 8

SECTION 3. COMMANDS, FORMATS, TIMING ........................................................................................ 9

HOST TO READER COMMANDS ............................................................................................................ 9

READER TO HOST FORMATS .............................................................................................................. 10

TIMING FOR ID SIGN-ON AND TRANSMISSION BURSTS ................................................................. 12

TRANSMISSION S EX AMPLES .............................................................................................................. 12

OPTIONAL J5 CONNECTOR ................................................................................................................. 14

APPENDIX A. MECHANICAL DRAWING FOR MOUNTING ................................................................... 15

FIGURES and TABLES

Figure 1-1. P-Series Port Power ed Ins er tion Re ader C onf igura tio ns ----------------------------------------------- vi
Table 1-1. Configurations ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2
Table 2-1. J4 Connector - RS232 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Table 2-2. Pin List for Cables 21051499 and 21041469 --------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Figure 2-1. MagTek Bezel Mounting Posit ion ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Figure 2-2. Board Layout and Cable Connections ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Figure 2-3. MagTek Bezel Mounting Posit ion ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Table 3-1. Commands and Responses ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Table 3-2. Options and Reader Responses ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10
Figure 3-1. Timing For ID Sign-on and Transmission Bursts. -------------------------------------------------------- 12
Table 3-3. Transmission Data Examples Not in Buffered Mode ----------------------------------------------------- 13
Table 3-4. Transmission Data Examples in Buffered Mode With STX and ETX Included -------------------- 13
Figure A-1. Dimensions for Mounting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15

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Figure 1-1. P-Series Port Powered Insertion Reader Configurations

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SECTION 1. FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

The P-Series Port Powered Insertion Reader can be single or dual head configuration. Figure 1-1
shows the Readers, cabling configurations, and bezel configuration. The dual head configuration
can read the card on insertion and removal with the magnetic stripe facing left or right. The
single head configuration can read the card on insertion and removal if the stripe is oriented to
match the position of the head.

The Reader also has circuitry that automatically ensures that the ISO magnetic stripe is read in
the case where a dual-stripe JIS (Japanese) credit card is inserted on the dual head unit. (The JIS
stripe is ignored.)

The Reader conforms to the following specifications: ISO (International Standards
Organization) and ANSI (American National Standards Institute). The Reader conforms to
specifications for Tracks 1 and 2 of the following 3-Track formats: AAMVA (American
Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators) and CDL (California Drivers License).

FEATURES

Features of the Reader are as follows:

• Port Powered RS-232 Interface - powered from PC port with computers having an RS-232

interface.

• Single or Dual Read Head - Configuration can be Single or Dual Read Head.

• JIS Discrimination circuitry - automatically detects if a dual-stripe JIS (Japanese Industrial

Standard) card is inserted, and auto-routes the ISO data signals to microcontroller. This
ensures that dual-head features still work for Japanese card holders.

• Mag-Stripe reading during insertion and removal of card - for reliable card reading.

• Sealed Chassis design - provides superior protection from moisture.

• Isolated PCB - isolates electronics from debris and liquids.

• AGC (Automatic Gain Control) in MagTek's latest read IC - enhances read performance with

less susceptibility to RF interference.

• Beam-mounted Read-heads - improves card tracking capabilities.

• Ruggedized Chassis and Bezel Material - improves temperature and impact performance.

• Command Selectable Buffered or Unbuffered Modes - provides greater versatility of

operating modes.

• Command Selectable Framing Characters - provides selection of STX, ETX, ESC, and CR.

• ASCII Message Format at 9600 bps.

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Part

Number

Single or Dual Head

Track

RS-232 I/O
Connector

21065095

Dual head

1-2

53048-0410

21065096

Single head (head left)

1-2

53048-0410

opposite PCB side

21065144

Dual head

1, 2, 3

53048-0410

Part Number

Description

21041469

4-Pin Molex Cable to DE-9, Pearl White, 6 ft.

21051499

4-Pin Molex Cable, Black to DE-9, 6 ft.

21064519

Angle Bracket Mounting Kit

CONFIGURATIONS

Table 1-1 lists the part numbers, single or dual head, and head positions.

Table 1-1. Configurations

21065098 Single head (head right) with head

1-2 53048-0410

ACCESSORIES

The accessories are as follows:

MODES OF OPERATION

The Reader can operate in either unbuffered or buffered mode. The modes are described below.
The note that follows applies to both modes.

Note

The insertion and removal of the card must be done in a
continuous motion. If not, the Reader may not read the encoded
data properly. In that case, the Reader responds by either
transmitting the ASCII character “E” representing an error, or by
not transmitting any character, which indicates that the Reader
has not detected data and the card was not completely inserted.

Unbuffered Mode

When a card is inserted and removed, a read attempt is made during both insertion and removal.
If the read is successful, data (including the two sentinel characters) is sent to the PC. The data
is transmitted immediately after removing the card and not retained in the Reader.

When operating in the unbuffered mode, the Reader does not need to receive commands from the
host in order to transmit data or status characters; however, the Reader does respond to an

Section 1. Features and Specifications

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“Inquiry Command” by sending status characters. The inquiry command that requests the
transmission of status characters is the ESCAPE (ESC - 0x1B) character followed by “I” (0x49).

Buffered Mode

When a card is inserted and removed, a read attempt is made during both insertion and removal.
Upon removal of the card if the read is successful, data (including the two sentinel characters) is
stored in a memory buffer on the Reader and is not transmitted until the Reader receives an
“Inquiry Command” from the host. This command is the ESCAPE character followed “I”. The
data is not available until the rear sensor is unblocked. The Reader cannot read another card
until the buffer is cleared. To clear the buffer, the Host must transmit the ESCAPE character
followed by “R”.

RELATED DOCUMENTS

MagTek 99875125 The MagTek Device Drivers for Windows, Part Number

30037385, may be used with the P-Series Port Powered Insertion
Reader. The title of the manual is MagTek Device Drivers For
Windows Programming Reference Manual.

The P-Series Port Powered Insertion Reader will read cards that meet the standards defined by
ISO (International Standards Organization):

ISO 7811 Identification Cards - Mag-stripe Cards, Tracks 1-3
ISO 7810 Identification Cards - Physical Specifications (ID-1 Cards)

Available from ANSI: 212-642-4900, www.ansi.org

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OPERATING

Reference Standards

ISO7810 and 7811; JIS B9561

Power Input

From RS-232 Interface

Interface Signal

RS-232E

Message Format

ASCII (8 Data Bits, No Parity) 9600 Baud

Tracks (tracks 1-2 versions)

Reads ISO Tk1 and Tk2 data locations

Track Card Speed

3 to 50 IPS (7,6 to 127 cm/sec)

MTBF

Electronics: 125,000 hours
Head: 500,000 Insertion Cycles

ELECTRICAL

DTR Voltage (Input)

+5 to +15 VDC

Transmit Data (TXD)

+5 to -5 VDC

Receive Data (RXD)

+15 to -15 VDC

Communication

Transfer Rate: 9600 bps,
8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit

Current

Power on Peak

10 to 12 mA

Transmitting

8 to 11 mA typical (5 ms duration)

Quiescent

4 to 6 mA typical (continuous)

MECHANICAL

Dimensions:

Without Bezel With Extended Arm Bezel

Length:

4.08" (103.6 mm) 4.82" (122.4 mm)

Width:

3.15" (80.0 mm) 3.54" (90.0 mm)

Height:

1.29" (32.8 mm) 1.81" (46.0 mm)

Weight:

3.8 oz (108g) ±20%

ENVIRONMENTAL

Storage

-40 oF to 176 oF (-40 oC to 80 oC)

Humidity
Storage

10% to 90% noncondensing

Altitude
Storage

0-50,000 ft. (0-15240 m.)

SPECIFICATIONS

The Specifications are listed in Table 1-2.

Table 1-2. Specifications:

Temperature
Operating

Operating

Operating

Units shipped prior to November 1, 2003:

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F to 131 oF (0 oC to 55 oC)

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Units shipped after November 1, 2003:

o

F to 158 oF (-20 oC to 70 oC)

-4

10% to 90% noncondensing

0-10,000 ft. (0-3048 m.)

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PIN NUMBER

SIGNAL (HOST AS REFERENCE)

J4-1

RXD (To PC)

J4-2

TXD (From PC)*

J4-3

DTR (From PC)

J4-4

GND

P1

SIGNAL

COLOR

P2

1

NC*

--

--

2

RXD

YELLOW

1 3 TXD

GREEN

2 4 DTR

ORANGE

3 5 GND

BROWN

4

6-9

NC*

--

--

SECTION 2. INSTALLATION

This section describes cabling information, mounting, and PCB layout.

The installation consists of mounting the Reader and connecting the cable. The head, or heads,
are installed in the factory to customer specifications.

CONNECTORS

The connector pin list is shown in Table 2-1. The mating connector for J4 is Molex 51021-0400.
The terminals are Molex 50058-8000.

Connector J5 is an optional, 3-pin, auxiliary power connector that is supplied upon request. (See
Optional J5 Connector in Section 3).

Table 2-1. J4 Connector - RS232

* Pin must be connected to TXD (or DTR if TXD not available)

OPTIONAL RS-232 CABLE

Optional serial cables, part numbers 21051499 (black) or 21041469 (white), are available. Both
cables are 6 feet in length. One end connects to J4 and the other end is a DE-9 female. The pin
list for the cable connectors is shown in Table 2-2.

Table 2-2. Pin List for Cables 21051499 and 21041469

*NC = No connection

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MECHANICAL INSTALLATION

The standard orientation of the Reader is with the larger guide up as shown in Figure 2-1. The
position shown offers the best protection for the heads from moisture, dust, or foreign particles.

In a dual head configuration, connector J3 is wired to the head that is on the same side as the
PCB. Connector J2 is wired to the head that is opposite the PCB. The magnetic stripe must be
inserted in the Large Guide but may be facing in either direction.

In a single head configuration, the head may be mounted on either side. As shown in Figures 2-1
and 2-2, connector J3 is wired with the head on the same side as the PCB. Connector J2 is wired
when the head is on the opposite side of the PCB. The magnetic stripe must be inserted in the
Large Guide and must be facing the head.

Figure 2-1. MagTek Bezel Mounting Position

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The unit is supplied with a cable tie so that a user-supplied cable (or optional MagTek cable) can
be securely attached.

Figure 2-2. Board Layout and Cable Connections

The recommended method of installation is to position the Reader between two brackets from
the inside of a mounting panel, as indicated in Figure 2-3. The large gasket on the bezel presses
against the bracket to prevent moisture from entering. Another bracket is positioned and secured
over the bezel to hold the Reader firmly against the first bracket.

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Figure 2-3. MagTek Bezel Mounting Position

OPTIONAL MOUNTING BRACKET

In applications where moisture-intrusion is a concern, it is recommended that the reader be
mounted with a 4o - 5o downward angle with respect to the horizontal plane. This will allow
gravity to drain away any excess moisture that may have entered into the Card Reader slot.

For more information about the mounting bracket kit (21064519) that can be used to tip the
reader forward, contact your MagTek salesperson.

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HOST COMMANDS

READER RESPONSES

ASCII “ESCAPE”

CHARACTER

USE EITHER CHARACTER

<ESC>

I (0x49)

+ (0x2B)

Inquiry command causes the
status message.

works only in the Buffered mode.

SECTION 3. COMMANDS, FORMATS, TIMING

This section includes commands, message formats, and transmission timing.

The MagTek Device Drivers for Windows, part number 30037385, may be used with the P­Series Port Powered Insertion Reader. When these drivers are used, refer to MagTek Device
Driver for Windows, Programming Reference Manual, Part Number 99875125.

When power is applied, the Reader transmits a sign-on ID message. About 150 milliseconds
after DTR is applied, the Reader sends the part number of the firmware in the following form:
21088819A01. The first 8 characters indicate the firmware number; the letter is the revision,
which is followed by a revision sublevel of 01 to 99.

Since the input voltage is supplied by a relatively low source of power, the Reader depends on its
input capacitor to maintain proper charge during all operations. In order to reduce the drain on
this internal power source during data transmission, the output data is transmitted in 5 to 6
millisecond bursts with a 10-millisecond gap between bursts to allow the capacitor to recharge.
The PC software should be able to tolerate this 10-millisecond space between characters.

HOST TO READER COMMANDS

All commands transmitted from the Host to the Reader must be preceded by the ASCII
“ESCAPE” character (0x1B). These command messages may contain other framing characters
that are ignored by the Reader. Table 3-1 describes the commands and responses. Table 3-2 lists
setting and clearing options and the responses.

Table 3-1. Commands and Responses

(0x1B)

<ESC>

(0x1B)

With IC U10, part number 21088819 Revision D or above, or IC part number 21088823
Revision B or above, the Inquiry command (I/+) will transmit data after the card has been
inserted even if not in the buffered mode. This allows a card to remain in the slot during the
transaction. If not in the buffered mode, the card data will also be transmitted when the card is
removed.

Reader to transmit data, error, or

R (0x52) - (0x2D) Release command causes the

Reader to clear its memory buffer of
any data present. This command

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ASCII “ESCAPE”

CHARACTER

TO SET OPTION

TO CLEAR OPTION

(DEFAULT)

READER RESPONSES

<ESC> (0x1B)

S (0x53)

s (0x73)

Send STX

<ESC> (0x1B)

E (0x45)

e (0x65)

Send ETX

<ESC> (0x1B)

C (0x43)

c (0x63)

Send CR

<ESC> (0x1B)

P (0x50)

p (0x70)

Send ESC

<ESC> (0x1B)

B (0x42)

b (0x62)

Buffered Mode

Optional

STX ESC % Track 1 Data ? ; Track 2 Data ? Sensor CR ETX

Table 3-2. Options and Reader Responses

Note

If DTR is dropped and restored, the setup options are returned to
the default state.

READER TO HOST FORMATS

The following diagram represents the format of the data transmitted to the Host:

Where optional characters

STX (0x02) = Start of text character
ESC (0x1B) = Escape character
CR (0x0D) = Carriage return character
ETX (0x03) = End of Text

are used to frame data.

% = Start Sentinel Track 1
; = Start Sentinel Track 2
? = End Sentinel

The LRC character is not transmitted.

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SS Track 2 Data ES Card Sensor

STX ESC 1 CR ETX

STX ESC % E ? ; Track 2 Data ? 0 CR ETX

Optional

STX ESC % Track 1 Data ? ; Track 2 Data ? 0 CR ETX

Optional

Track 2 data may be represented as follows:

Where

SS = Start Sentinel; "%" for Track 1; ";" for Track 2
Data = Track Data in track order that is, Track 1 then Track 2
ES = End Sentinel; "?"
Sensor = "0" no card in reader
"1" card present in reader (rear sensor blocked)

If there is an error in one of the tracks, the "Track Data" field will be replaced with "E" (0x45)

An example of a card insertion or removal is as follows:

Where

1 = Sensor blocked
0 = Sensor unblocked

The following is an example of a good read on withdrawal of a card:

Where 0 represents the sensor unblocked.
The following is an example of a bad read on Track 1 and a good read on Track 2 on withdrawal
of a card:

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ss

ss

Where

E (0x45) = Error
Track 2 Data = Good read Track 2 Data
0 = Sensor unblocked

TIMING FOR ID SIGN-ON AND TRANSMISSION BURSTS

Timing for the ID Sign-on and transmission bursts (5 ms with 10 ms between bursts) are shown
in Figure 3-1.

DTR ss

150 ms
Sign-on ID
ss

Transmission
Burst

5 ms

10 ms

NOT TO SCALE

Figure 3-1. Timing For ID Sign-on and Transmission Bursts.

The firmware controls the operation of ID Sign-on and Transmission bursts. The ID sign-on is

21088819Lnn (Track 1-2)

Where:

21088819 is the firmware part number,

L or A is the alpha revision, and

nn is the number sub-revision

TRANSMISSIONS EXAMPLES

The following tables show transmission examples:

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Action

Port Powered Insert Reader Data

PC Data

Card Inserted

1 (0x31)

Bad read on insert so reader sends error
plus card status

%E?;E?11 (0x25, 0x45, 0x3F, 0x3B,
0x45, 0x3F, 0x31, 0x31)

Card removed

%<track 1 data>?;<track 2 data>?0

Card Inserted

1 (0x31)

Sends card data plus card status

%<track 1 data>?;<track 2 data>?11

Card removed (card data is always
in buffered mode)

%<track 1 data>?;<track 2 data>?0

Action

Port Powered Insert Reader Data

PC Data

PC Sets Buffered Mode

<Esc>B
(0x1B, 0x42)

(0x1B, 0x53)

PC Sets ETX

<Esc>E
(0x1B, 0x45)

Card Inserted

<Stx>1<Etx> (0x02, 0x31, 0x03)

(0x1B, 0x49)

If bad read on insert, reader just sends status

<Stx>1<Etx> (0x02, 0x31, 0x03)

If good read on insert, sends card data

<Stx>%<track 1 data>?;<track 2
data>?1<Etx>

Card removed

<Stx>0<Etx> (0x02, 0x30, 0x03)

(0x1B, 0x49)

Sends card data

<Stx>%<track 1 data>?;<track 2
data>?0<Etx>

(0x1B, 0x49)

Sends card data (data remains in buffer until a
release command has been received)

<Stx>%<track 1 data>?;<track 2
data>?0<Etx>

(0x1B, 0x52)

PC Sends Inquiry

<Esc>I
(0x1B, 0x49)

Sends status

<Stx>0<Etx> (0x02, 0x30, 0x03)

Table 3-3. Transmission Data Examples Not in Buffered Mode

PC Sends Inquiry (if the application needs
data before card removed)

PC Sends Inquiry (if the application needs
data before card removed)

transmitted when the card is removed if not

<Esc> I

(0x1B, 0x49)

<Esc> I

(0x1B, 0x49)

Table 3-4. Transmission Data Examples in Buffered Mode With STX and ETX Included

PC Sets STX <Esc>S

PC Sends Inquiry <Esc>I

PC Sends Inquiry <Esc>I

PC Sends Inquiry <Esc>I

Buffer cleared (released) <Esc>R

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OPTIONAL J5 CONNECTOR

The following note only applies if the optional connector J5 has been installed, and it is desired
to operate the unit with an external power supply, instead of Port Power.

The mating connector for J5 is Molex 51021-0300.

J5-1 is connected to the positive terminal of a filtered DC external power supply (often marked +
or Pos. The voltage should be between +5 VDC and +15 VDC. If J4-3 is still connected to the
port and it is desired that the power come from the external power supply, the voltage at J5-1
must exceed the voltage at J4-3, or the Reader will continue to take power from the port.

J5-2 should be connected to the Power Supply Ground Return (often marked – or Neg).

J5-3 is not connected.

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APPENDIX A. MECHANICAL DRAWING FOR MOUNTING

The engineering drawing shows dimensions for mounting:

Figure A-1. Dimensions for Mounting

P-Series Port Powered Insertion Reader

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