RTE OEM passport swipe reader

The RTE OEM passport swipe reader is a small OCR reader module designed for integration into self-service terminals and portable biometric devices. It is based on the best selling RTE6701 passport reader which is in use by Immigration Authorities, Border Control Police and international airlines the world over.

In a simple hand-swipe operation the reader captures the OCRB codelines from all Machine Readable Travel Documents which conform to the international standard specified by ICAO in Document 9303. This includes Machine Readable Passports (MRP), Visas (MRV), and OCRB encoded cards such as the US Resident Alien card and various national ID cards.

Use of the RTE OEM module by airlines enables their passengers to enjoy the benefits of self-service check-in on international flights where APIS data is required by the destination country.

Hand-swipe operation makes the reader simple to use and its wide tolerance to varying swipe rates ensures a very high first time read rate. This makes the reader an ideal choice for self-service use by passengers.

The RTE OEM module consists of a single electronics PCB, a small read head and a document track assembly. The power requirements are simply +5Vdc and outputs are provided for both good and bad reads. With absolutely no moving parts it is highly reliable and virtually maintenance free.
Host connection is via RS232 or USB interface and the industry standard protocols allow simple integration into existing systems. The USB version may also be configured to take its power from the USB interface.

RTE OEM passport swipe reader features

Reads passports, visas and other documents conforming to ICAO Document 9303

Reads SCN, FSN, TKT and barcodes off ATBs and TATs

Bi-directional hand-swipe, wide speed tolerance, high first time read rate

Small footprint, fully integrated electronics, low power consumption

No moving parts hence virtually maintenance free

Simple connectivity – RS232 or USB

Programmable configuration and protocols which may be downloaded from the host

Designed to be built into self-service terminals and portable biometric devices