The Mini Mag is a fully intelligent swipe reader that reads & validates the track information. With the use of the Mag Swipe Windows based Configuration Utility, the output format can be customized. This allows Mag Stripe data output to match the data input needs of an application. The Mini Mag can be configured to parse data, insert control characters, & add prefix & suffix characters. Mag Stripe data integrity is always maintained. The keyboard versions have language options for further convenience to reader applications. The Mini Mag Intelligent Reader delivers extended functionality & great value in a small, convenient package. The reader is designed for desktop & mounted applications in POS, Security, Loyalty, & all applications needing a small Mag Stripe Reader. The Mini Mag is 90mm long, about the length of a credit card. It reads up to three tracks of information & cards can be read in both directions. Both beeper & LED indicator can signal a successful read operation.