Datastrip Inc. introduces the DSV2+TURBO handheld biometric terminal. The GSA-approved model is designed for federal, state and local officials requiring instant ID authentication and biometric processing. It processes several card types, including PIV, TWIC and CAC, by reading contact and contactless chips found on identification documents, such as driver licenses, passports, credit cards, healthcare cards and national ID cards.
The unit features a 508-dpi, GSA FIPS 201-certified fingerprint sensor, a high-resolution touchscreen, an extended-life battery for long shifts, barcode scanning, proximity and magnetic stripe carding. It is WiFi and Bluetooth capable, and weather- and drop-resistant.
Extreme CCTV International Inc. announced the release of its FR series for 24-hour facial recognition surveillance.
Designed for use in government, defense and restricted access environments, the product captures evidentiary video that can be used with facial recognition software for identification purposes.
The camera installs directly into a light switch box and can be concealed beneath a décor plate. If used in conjunction with an infrared illuminator, the camera is able to capture images in low-light conditions.
The Cross Match ID 500 is a portable, live scan system available from Cross Match Technologies Inc.
Using an integrated touchscreen display, the automated system senses the placement of a finger and captures the image without manual intervention or keystrokes. A built-in magnetic stripe reader scans demographic data from a driver’s license to reduce booking time.
Resolution of captured images is approximately 500 dpi. The system can interface with all major AFIS systems and communicate online via TCP/IP, LAN, NFS, FTP and SMTP e-mail.
A quality check feature is available, which will assess fingerprint quality and provide feedback to the user.
The scanner weighs 11.5 pounds and includes a carrying handle and a cover for portable use.
Omnikey, a manufacturer of smart card readers, has developed a PC-linked desktop reader that is specifically designed to work with a standard HID proximity card. The CardMan 5125 reads the unique card number from any HID proximity card. Based on a 125 kHz RFID interface that reads the card number from HID proximity cards, the product allows organizations to implement new PC-linked applications without the need to re-badge cardholders.
The reader is compatible with a range of systems, from a 26-bit format to a Corporate 1000 format. A USB connection makes installation fast, while the reader design offers users a variety of mounting and card presentation options. The reader also offers contact smart card reading/writing capability in the same desktop device.
Secura Key announces the release of the newest product in the e*Tag family of 13.56 MHz RFID readers. The ET8-WTD is designed to mount into a standard electrical box and use a Decora-style faceplate. Available in white and ivory, the reader meets the aesthetic requirements of many business applications.
The readers work with DES-encrypted cards and key tags from the manufacturers, but can also read any ISO 15693 RFID tag. The industry-standard Wiegand output makes this reader compatible with most access control systems. The line of reader/writers comply with the latest ISO 15693 and 14443A standards for interoperability and are suitable for all types of automatic identification and data collection applications.
