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Contactless handheld reader

ASK has released the HCR318, a new handheld reader for transport, reload POS, ticketing and events applications. The device supports various communications via GPRS, WiFi, Bluetooth and CDMA USB dongles and comes with a wide range of connectivity to fit most needs. Lightweight with an ergonomic modular design, HCR contains 3 SAM slots.
February 6, 2012 Read time: 1 min
150 ASK has released the HCR318, a new handheld reader for transport, reload POS, ticketing and events applications. The device supports various communications via GPRS, WiFi, Bluetooth and CDMA USB dongles and comes with a wide range of connectivity to fit most needs. Lightweight with an ergonomic modular design, HCR contains 3 SAM slots. This handheld reader comprises a memory size of 32Mb SRAM, 32Mb Flash and a 128x64 pixel backlit LCD. The HCR 318 is also available without a keypad.

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