Document Reader AT9000 MK2 User Guide
Reading Documents
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3.
Reading Documents
The Gemalto Document Reader AT9000 MK2 reads the barcode and machine-readable zone (MRZ) text
on both identification cards and passports. When a document is properly aligned on the document
window, the reader automatically captures an image and then performs optical character recognition
(when there is OCR data), followed by barcode recognition.
The AT9000 MK2 with RFID option can detect and read information encoded on contactless integrated
circuits (chips) in passports and ID cards. Whether the chip is in the front or rear cover, the data page, or
any other page, the reader's antenna will detect and read the chip. You do not have to turn the book
around to ensure the chip is read.
Document layout
Identification cards typically have a photo and basic information on the front and a 3-line MRZ on the
back.
Passports have a photo, vital information and a 2-line MRZ on the front.
