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mDynamo

mDynamo is made for OEM solutions and is an EMV module that connects via USB with two auxiliary ports (SPI and UART)

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This Chip Card Reader has Additional Connectors to Make Adding Magstripe and Contactless Easier

The board is well designed for a compact footprint while offering easily accessible SPI and UART ports with Molex connectors.

Chip Card Reader Ready for Mobile or Stationary Solutions

Ideal solution for mobile payment applications involving tablets and phones to accept payments almost anywhere.

Simplified Integration Ready for Vending and Self-Service Solutions

Available SDKs and APIs make integration easier.

OEM EMV Chip Card Reader Ready for Integration into Small Payment Solutions

Invest in mDynamo and receive dedicated software, hardware, and support. Working with MagTek's OEM team is the fastest way to secure, compliant and flexible payment solutions for your custom device.

Secure Chip Card Transactions

mDynamo is built on the MagneSafe® Security Architecture which uses 3DES encryption and DUKPT key management to protect EMV chip (contact) card data.

USB Powered Insertion Chip Card Reader

Secondary interfaces to incorporate optional card reading solutions where desired. The mDynamo is powered over USB so there is no need for additional cabling or external power supplies needed.

OEM Payment Components Built to Work Together - DynaWave, mDynamo, and The MagneSafe IntelliHead

mDynamo is an EMV module that connects via USB with two optional auxiliary ports (SPI and UART) giving users the flexibility to add a variety of identification and payment acceptance options in a compact, modular design including MagTek's DynaWave Contactless Payment Module and the MagneSafe IntelliHead for secure magstripe card reading.

Ready to put the power of mobility in your hand

Its small size makes it ideal for mobility. Whether accepting payment or checking identity, mDynamo is ready for your OEM development.

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Payment Methods

Magstripe Secure Card Reader Authenticator

Triple Track (TK1/2/3); Bidirectional Read
ISO 7810, 7811; AAMVA Driver Licenses

Yes, with optional MagneSafe IntelliHead

EMV Chip Contact

EMVCo L1 And L2 ISO/IEC 7816

Yes

NFC Contactless / Mobile Wallets / EMV Contactless


ISO/IEC 18092, ISO/IEC 14443 | (Type A, Type B) C-1/ C-6/C-7, Apple Pay®, Apple VAS®, D-PAS®, ExpressPay®, Google Pay, PayPass™ payWave®, Samsung Pay®
EMVCo L1 And L2, EMV Level 1 /C-2/C-3/C-4/C-5 ISO/IEC 18092, ISO/IEC 14443 (Type A/B)

Yes, with optional DynaWave


Reliability and Operation

Tested Operating System(s)

USB: Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10

EMV Insertions

500K

MSR / SCRA Swipes

Optional added module

Status Indicators

Status Indicators

Device Compatibility

USB host devices


General

Connection Method

Micro-USB B, compatible with USB 1.1, USB 2.0
Vendor-defined USB Human Interface Device (HID) data format

Wireless (Frequency 2.4 MHz)

NA

Interface

1 general purpose SPI port (MSR)
1 general purpose UART port (NFC Module)
UART and SPI ports pass through to host


Electrical

Battery

N/A

Power Outputs

5 VDC on USB power
400mA at 5.0V avail. on Auxiliary UART port
100mA at 3.3V avail. on Auxiliary SPI port


Mechanical

Dimensions

2.60 in.W x 1.47 in.H x 0.30 in.T (66mm x 37.3mm x 7.7mm)

Weight

0.5 oz. (14g)

Supported Mounting Options

Solution-specific enclosure with card slot, screws, and inserts


Security and Certifications

Compliance


YES & ICC Interfaces: ISO/IEC 7816-1, 2, 3, & 4
EMV Co Cert
EMV ICC Specifications for Payment Systems Version 4.3, L1 Contact and L2 Contact

See Installation Manual for Complete Details

MagneSafe Security Architecture

MagTek V5 with Encryption, Tokenization, Authentication, Dynamic Data

Magensa Services

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


Environmental

Operating humidity non-condensing

5% to 90%

Operating And Storage Temp

-4°F to 149°F (-20°C to 65°C)

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