CardMan 5125: Omnikey.www.omnikey.com Hardware, $82.90/one, $63.90/1,000 Based on a 125 kHz RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) A data collection technology that uses electronic tags for storing data. The tag, also known as an "electronic label," "transponder" or "code plate," is made up of an RFID chip attached to an antenna. interface, this PC-linked desktop reader reads the unique card number from any HID proximity card Proximity card is a generic name for contactless integrated circuit devices used for security access or payment systems. It can refer to the older 125 kHz devices or the newer 13.56 MHz contactless RFID cards, most commonly known as contactless smartcards. and allows schools to implement new PC-linked applications without the need to issue another badge to cardholders. Other features include an USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. connection, a variety of mounting and card presentation options and reading/writing capability in the same desktop device. While compatible with different formats--ranging from 26 bit to Corporate 1000--users can also increase security and add functionality without upgrading their desktop readers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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