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B1c - CONTACTLESS SMARTCARD ENCODING
ExpressCard 500s may be equipped with an encoding device for contactless smartcards (RFID). This consists of an encoding module
and sometimes a detachable antenna. Integration of such a module must be carried out by specialist. The MagTek product catalogue
has printers equipped with a built-in encoder for contactless chips. Depending on the model, these encoders connect to the PC via an
RS-232 interface (DB-9 socket) or a USB interface. There is a very wide variety of contactless cards, and each card has specific technical
properties associated with an equally specific type of encoder. See your MagTek dealer for further information.
>>Location of the antenna
(or the encoder including an antenna) By means of a specific command, the card is positioned close to the antenna such that the card
lies within its radio range Reading data from or writing data to the card can then start. The programming sequence for a smartcard is
always carried out before the printing.
>>Card positioning
On the face of it, there are no restrictions on card positioning when programming in contactless mode. However, the miniaturization
of components is bringing about the emergence of cards fitted with mini-antennae. In this situation, please see your card supplier for
further information about where such mini-antennae are located within the card, so as to present the card as close as possible to the
encoder’s antenna. Doing so will ensure optimum encoding of the cards.
