Magnetic stripe card reader project
Magnetic stripe cards are still common in many areas. With this reader you can read various types of magnetic cards and display data on LCD screen. Reader is controlled by AVR microcontroller.
To read magnetic cards there is a Panasonic ZU-M2121S451 reader used that communicates with microcontroller by sending serial TTL signals. Site has very detailed description about creating hardware and software. Good source to gain some experience about reading magnetic cards.
• 256K bytes memory for storing 1500 data
• 2-track version can collect all two tracks data
• Auto Power Off is set by user
• Bi - Directional
• Battery powered and low battery indicated
• Data downloadable to the computer via RS-232
• Read ISO format and special format are available upon request
• No programming required, easy to use as 1- 2- 3
• Works under all operating systems
Schematics, communication specs and source code are available for sale.
Email to sas@noend.com or info@noend.com with any questions or doubts you may have.