Specifications

Magnetic Card Reader
The magnetic card reader can read magnetic stripes that conform to
the ABA (American Banking Association) industry standard. It can
read both numeric and alphanumeric data from the magnetic stripe if
the data is recorded on track 1, track 2, or track 3. Typically,
alphanumeric data is recorded on track 1, numeric data is recorded
on track 2, and alphanumeric data is stored on track 3. The default
selection for SelfCheck™ System operation is track 1.
VCU (Video Checkout Unit)
The Video Checkout Unit (VCU) is designed to allow patrons to
check in and check out their videotapes. To be checked in or
checked out successfully, videotapes must have a bar code applied
near one end of the cassette. To be properly sensitized or
desensitized, a 3M DVM-1 Security Strip must be applied to the
spine of the cassette. Refer to the 3M™ DVM-1 Security Strip
Installation Instructions for further information.
As a videocassette is inserted into the slot, a sensor is blocked. A
signal is sent to the processor and the patron screen changes. If the
videocassette is fully inserted, a second sensor at the rear of the slot
is blocked. If the tape is not fully inserted, an error message appears
on the screen. When the videocassette is properly in place, the bar
code is directly under the bar code scanner. The bar code number is
sent to the processor and then to the circulation system. When the
video has been checked in or checked out on the circulation system,
the patron is instructed to remove the videocassette, sensitizing or
desensitizing the strip.
Receipt Printer
The receipt printer, mounted inside the SelfCheck system, is a
thermal printer that does not require toner or ribbons. Patrons may
receive a receipt upon checking out library items. You may configure
the information on receipts through the SelfCheck Manager software.
As an additional cost option, the receipt printer can be equipped with
a paper cutter that detaches receipts from the paper roll.
Multiple Book Detectors
Multiple book detectors (MBD) help prevent patrons from checking
out and desensitizing materials without recording the transaction in
the automated circulation system (ACS). The MBD sensors prevent
patrons from desensitizing more than one item at a time.
If more than one sensitized strip is detected, the system displays an
error message, interrupting the loan process.
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