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iDynamo 5 Gen III

iDynamo 5 (Gen III) enhances the already successful iDynamo 5 magnetic swipe mobile card reader by extending its compatibility to include iOS, Android, and Windows operating systems.

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Payment, Access, and Authentication Acceptance

In addition to providing a bi-directional read head with a smooth swipe path, excellent reading accuracy, and the ability to read multiple tracks of payment card data, iDynamo 5 (Gen III) supports Qwantum Reading and Authentication for non-payment, identification systems.

Mobile Connection Made Easier

iDynamo 5 (Gen III) is made to work with a variety of mobile phones, tablets, and devices. Additional accessories like the OtterBox uniVERSE adaptor makes attaching to smartphones and tablets even easier, by providing a simple way to clip the reader into a phone or tablet case securely, delivering smooth operation.

Engineered from Innovation and Success

iDynamo 5 (Gen III) enhances the already successful iDynamo 5 magnetic swipe mobile card reader by extending its compatibility to include iOS, Android, and Windows operating systems.

Small Form Factor Made to Give You More Options

iDynamo 5 (Gen III) follows the form factor of iDynamo 5 but offers more capabilities, increasing compatibility with host devices, cases, enclosures, and holsters.

USB Keyboard, USB HID, and USB iAP2, Ensuring Seamless Integration Across Various Platforms

Using a USB-C receptacle, iDynamo 5 (Gen III) works with compatible Android, iOS, and Windows host operating systems. The USB connection provides all the power the reader needs, so there is no need to manage batteries.

Enhance Security While Still keeping Things Simple

Sometimes offering the simplest payment option is the best solution. Device integration is faster with magnetic stripe, and SRED certification increases confidence in security. Well-suited for your P2PE environment, it offers enhanced SRED compliance security.

Each Transaction Uses a Unique Encryption Key

  • PCI PTS 6.x, SCR, SRED device using AES 128/256 or triple DEA encryption and (Derived Unique Key Per Transaction) DUKPT key management.

Magensa Device Integration Tools Make Development Easier and More Secure

MagTek software developer kits have no royalty or maintenance fees and are free to re-distribute with your application. SDKs come with demo apps, sample code, and complete programmer’s manuals. Magensa MagneFlex browser and middleware drive the hardware, interface with the POS app, and enable faster development, and Wedget App provides simplified card data acquisition via a keyboard wedge interface.

Remote Services and Support

MagTek stands behind its products and offers USA located support. Magensa remote services provide device management, firmware updates, key injection, and device configuration in centralized or distributed locations. Whether you need to update a single device or send firmware down to thousands of installed devices, our goal is to keep you up and running.

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Magstripe secure card reader authenticator

Triple Track (TK1/2/3); Bidirectional read; ISO 7810, 7811; AAMVA driver licenses

YES

6 to 60 ips.
(15 cm/s to 152 cm/s)

EMV chip contact

NA

EMV Contactless

NA

NFC contactless / mobile wallets

NA



Reliability and Operation

MSR / SCRA swipes

100,000 card swipes

EMV insertions

NA

Tested Compatible Operating Systems

Android, iOS, Windows

Status indicators

LED

Device Compatibility

Select iOS iPhone and iPad devices; Android and Windows tablets, smartphones, and computers

See Installation and Operation Manual


General

Connection Method

USB-C

Optional Accessories

OtterBox® uniVERSE Adaptor

Cable

Magensa Web services

L3 Certified Gateway, Remote Services, Tokenization, Encryption, Authentication


Electrical

Power Inputs

USB C connector

Battery

No Battery


Security and Certifications

Compliance (FCC, CE, UL)

YES, PCI PTS 6.x, SRED

Data Protection

AES 128/256, 3DEA encryption;
DUKPT key management
MagneSafe® Security Architecture
Unique, non-changeable device serial number

Tamper

Evident/Resistant


Mechanical

Dimensions

2.47 in. x 1.50 in. x 0.58 in. (62.7 mm x 38.1 mm x 14.7 mm)

Weight

Approximately 1 oz. (28g)


Environmental

Operating Environment

See Installation and Operation Manual

Storage Environment

See Installation and Operation Manual

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