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DESKO PENTA Scanner® CKI

Versatile scanner for check-in

The DESKO PENTA Scanner® CKI is the perfect all-in-one solution to ensure a smooth check-in process, secure ID control and comprehensive data capture. The innovative device combines a variety of features in a single package, thereby efficiently reducing your IT infrastructure. As standard features, the PENTA Scanner CKI is equipped with OCR technology for optical character recognition in identity documents and an integrated barcode and magnetic strip card reader. Optionally, modules for RFID and NFC can be added. The stand-alone version can be operated ideally with integrated PC (WLAN) and rechargeable battery.

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DESKO PENTA Scanner® CKI

Discover all the options that DESKO’s PENTA technology offers you. Configure the device according to your needs.

Maximum security thanks to innovative technologies

The transfer of image data is accomplished using two or three different light sources. By default, the device is equipped to work with visible light and infrared light. This enables the PENTA Scanner CKI to read the machine-readable zone (MRZ). It is also available with UV light as an optional feature. This is necessary in order to reveal the “hidden” security features on the document. In combination with the right authentication software, this enables reliable ID authentication.

Various light sources

The transfer of image data is accomplished using two or three different light sources. By default, the device is equipped to work with visible light and infrared light. This enables the PENTA Scanner CKI to read the machine-readable zone (MRZ). It is also available with UV light as an optional feature. This is necessary in order to reveal the “hidden” security features on the document. In combination with the right authentication software, this enables reliable ID authentication.

OCR technology

As a standard feature, the device operates using OCR for optical character recognition, reliably reading all data from the machine-readable zone (MRZ), for example on IDs.

Barcode reader

Barcodes, for example on boarding passes, can be read either from paper or from digital displays.

Magnetic strip reader

A bidirectional magnetic strip reader captures cards with magnetic strips such as frequent flyer cards and credit or debit cards

RFID

To read RFID chips (Radio Frequency Identification), for example in biometric passports, an optional RFID module can be installed.

NFC

For contactless data capture, for example from employee IDs, the device can be equipped with an NFC module (Near Field Communication).

Flexible solution for fast image and data capture

The PENTA Scanner® CKI enables you to capture images and data quickly. It reads data from ID documents and magnetic stripe cards, such as passports, ID cards and frequent flyer cards. It also captures barcode data from flight tickets and boarding passes from smartwatches, smartphones and tablets. Thanks to the buzzer and built-in LED, the user receives immediate acoustic and visual feedback - a go or no-go message in the event of a check-in. For further data processing, simply transfer the data to your PC or laptop after the scanning process.

Equipment

  • Standard equipment
    • OCR technology for reading out the machine-readable zone (MRZ) of documents, such as IDs, passports
    • Light sources: Infrared (IR) and visible light (VIS)
    • Magnetic strip reader (MSR): To read cards with magnetic strips, e.g. frequent flyer cards, bank cards and credit cards
    • Barcode reader: For scanning 1D and 2D barcodes on paper and digital displays (smart watches, smartphones, tablets), e.g. boarding passes
    • Safety glass on scan area
  • Optional equipment
    • Light sources: UV light for checking security features/authentication
    • RFID module: To read biometric passports
    • China ID reading module: An integrated RFID module specifically for reading Chinese IDs
    • NFC module: For contactless reading, for example employee ID cards
    • Integrated PC: With WLAN for independent use without stationary PC
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