Overview
MagTek’s uDynamo provides universal connection options for its users.
The uDynamo secure card reader authenticator connects to a wide variety
of devices* through its retractable headphone jack. It also provides a USB
interface for connection with various devices including Windows or Mac PCs,
and is perfect for use with a virtual terminal.
* (More than 221 mobile phones and tablets as of Feb 2014.)
Major Components
Connection:
USB and Audio Jack
Power:
Battery powered; battery is charged from a 5V source,
e.g., USB bus
Card Speed:
4 to 60 ips
Electrical Current:
100mA maximum during charge
Operating Temp:
32°F - 113°F ( 0 - 45°C)
Operating Humidity:
10% to 90% noncondensing
Power
uDynamo is powered by rechargeable internal Lithium-ion batteries.
uDynamo can process up to 300 swipes on a single battery charge. If the
reader is left ON, awaiting a card swipe, the battery will deplete in 3.5 hours.
Recharging can take up to 6 hours.
Compatibility and Operating System
uDynamo works with all iOS and many Android devices.
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Download and install the desired application for your device from the
App Store or Google Play.
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Disconnect any headsets or devices that may be connected to the
audio jack of your mobile phone/tablet.
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Connect uDynamo to the audio jack.
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Run your application. Refer to your application for specific details.
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You are now ready to swipe magnetic stripe cards using your uDynamo.
Note: Some communication problems with the iPhone 4 have been
discovered when using a WiFi connection. It may require a few retries to
complete a transaction.
uDynamo
Secure Card Reader Authenticator
Quick Installation Guide
Setup and Installation
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How to connect
A USB interface is provided to allow uDynamo to charge and as an optional
communications interface for applications running on Windows or OS X. To
charge the battery, connect the device to a USB host interface. Ensure the
LED indicator shows that the battery is charging. Card transactions may
be performed using either the Audio or USB interface while uDynamo is
charging.
When using the audio interface, it is recommended for the host application
to turn the reader ON only when ready to accept a card swipe and turn it
OFF once the card information has been obtained. This will decrease the
frequency of recharging. Refer to your application for specific details.
Note: Please be certain to remove all audio headsets and ensure mute is
set to OFF and your volume is set to max. If you have a physical mute button
on your device, it may not be automatically detected and you will need to
turn mute OFF. Protect the uDynamo’s audio jack by folding it in when not
in use.
Commands
uDynamo has no user controls. It requires an application on the host
computer or mobile phone/tablet to control the operation of the card reader.
uDynamo connects to the mobile phone/tablet by plugging into the device’s
audio jack.
SCRA magstripe swipe path
LED Indicator
Removable stabilizer grip
large or small (optional)
Folding audio jack
micro-USB connection
USB connection
