Westminster's Passport Identifier addresses 
today's stringent security requirements through modern biometric technology. The compact full-page reader is the newest and smallest member of this award-winning product family.
Optimized for use in both large and small environments, the cost-effective scanner enables high-speed data capture from RFID memory chips, such as those used in e-passports, visas and ID cards. The system uses a USB interface to transmit the captured
data for review and validation prior to granting entry to a protected area.
The full-page scanning capability makes it ideally suited for high-volume processing scenarios, such as airports and seaports. The optical data of an entire document (up to 5.9" x 7.4") is automatically scanned within a few seconds. To ensure optimal system reliability, optional features include high-performance LED UV illumination and Passport Identifier runtime software.
Applications
- Border Control;
- Airports;
- Rental Car Companies;
- Banks;
- Hotels;
- Mobile Communications.
Features
- Full page, single step reader: captures images of the entire data page of an ID document;
- Extra-large ID-3 format optical scanning area allows inspection of documents without removing protective covers;
- Optical and RFID inspection without moving the document;
- High resolution 475 ppi reader handles PDF417 documents;
- Glare reduction improves readability;
- Best ergonomics: horizontal flat scanning position similar to common flat bed scanners;
- Level document support prevents document bending;
- Integrated reader: Three status LEDs, volume adjustable buzzer;
- Contact SmartCard reader for maximum application comfort;
- Standards compliance: Authenticator readers have successfully read all presented passports at the ICAO Interoperability Tests in Japan (2005), Singapore (2005), and Germany (2006);
- Easy integration: ideal for desktop, portable, and kiosk use.
Benefits
- Compact scanning device with an extra-large ID-3 optical area;
- Flat, crosswise, level document support;
- Integrated RFID reader for e-passports, visas and ID cards;
- Includes common illuminations (White light, IR, UV (optional), coaxial (limited availability);
- ISO and ICAO standards-compliant, supports Basic Access Control, Active and Passive Authentication, and Extended Access Control;
- Durable, lightweight and inexpensive document reading system;
- High MTBF due to modern LED technology and no moving parts.
Specifications
Document support field size: 5.9" x 7.4" (151 mm x 189 mm), document thickness is unlimited;
Optical scan format: active size5.3"x 3.9" (135 mm x 100 mm);
Image format: 2528 x 1888 pixels Scale factor 475 ppi;
Sensor: 5 MPixel, CMOS, RGB 24bit colour system;
Illumination: white, IR, UV (optional), coaxial (not available in all markets);
- Images: white and UV 24 bit RGB colour, IR 8 bit grayscale, scanning time approx. two seconds for all images combined;
- PC Interface: USB 2.0 high speed;
- RFID chip access: according to ISO 14443 Type-A and Type-B plus applicable ICAO recommendations in ICAO Doc 9303 including supplement, LDS 1.7, PKI 1.1;
- RFID speed: all standardized rates, up to 848 Kbps, read-out times depend on RFID tag, operating system, and amount of data stored in the chip.
Essentials software: base level software (standard)
- Camera, illumination, LED, buzzer, and RFID reader (on APDU level) accessible via SDK.
Passport Identifier software: middleware software (optional)
- High-level document access (optical and RFID) including workflow support, cryptographic protocols, and OCR;
- Scan software: contains cryptographic library which is also part of the reference implementation Golden Reader Tool (GRT)
- Ability to perform or implement all ICAO approved protocols including passive Authentication, Active Authentication, Basic Access Control (BAC), and Extended Access Control (EAC);
- Definitions for customer-specific documents (optional);
- Developer support packages available
Dimensions
- Reader size (W x D x H): 10.36" x 8.35" x 5.89" (263 mm x 212 mm x 150 mm);
- Reader weight: 5 lbs (2.3 kg),excluding cables and power pack;
- Power supply: desktop power pack 9 V DC /< 30W, wide-range, input AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz.
Environmental Conditions
- Indoor use: 50-113° F (10-45°C),at 10-90% relative humidity, non condensing, no direct sunlight exposure to the scanner platen.