Magnetic Stripe Reader (Option) - Datamax APEX 4 User Manual

3.7 Magnetic Stripe Reader (Option)

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The Magnetic Card Reader is a factory-installed option. This option requires special
application software to read and process cards with a magnetic stripe, such as credit cards
or driver's license
Note: Refer to the Figure 12 if your printer is equipped with the optional magnetic stripe reader.
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Quickly swipe the card through the reader either left to right or right to left. The magnetic
stripe must be facing toward the paper supply door while it is passed through the reader.
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Refer to Table 4
LED Indicator
Green
Red
for the description of the LED indicator Status.
Table 4 - Magnetic Card LED Indicator
State
ON
OFF
ON
FIGURE 12: USING THE MAGNETIC CARD READER
Status
Ready/waiting for card to be swiped
Card not ready to be swiped or
Good swipe – Card data read
Error reading card's data
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