OCR-MSR readers are document reader devices that are widely used in airports. Document readers containing Optical Character Recognition reader (OCR) technology are able to extract data from printed documents such as passports, images or paper-based documents into searchable machine-readable data. The reader devices that also include Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) technology can read the encoded information in the magnetic part of an ID card or credit card (swipe cards or magstripe cards). Using this technology, the time-consuming manual process of passenger information input can be done automatically. Implementing OCR-MSR readers lead to less waiting time, shorter queues, satisfied passenger, and more revenue for aviation businesses. A complete list of OCR-MSR manufacturers is as below:
Optical Character Recognition reader (OCR) is a technology which extracts data from printed documents into searchable data. This technology is used at airports to extract personal information of passengers from their passport in a short time. Whether the picture is a hand-written, a photo, a scanned or printed document, the OCR technology is able to convert the text into machine readable format.
Read MoreOptical character recognition is a business solution for data extraction, especially for populated and crowded businesses where data entry is a must for customer processing. Different industries use OCR including: aviation, hotels, car rental, airlines, banks, etc. There are a wide range of software that use OCR technology, one of the most popular is Acrobat Reader.
Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) are devices that read encoded information in the magnetic part of an ID card or credit card (swipe cards or magstripe cards). The data will be encoded inside a magnetic strip behind a credit or ID card and the reader device gets access to the information after swiping the card.
Read MoreAlthough swipe cards are easy to use, cheap, and portable cards, the encoded data may be easily destroyed if composed to a strong magnetic force. Therefore, some more sophisticated technologies like NFC, chip cards, or RFID cards have been developed. A magstripe card can be used to open your hotel room, contain your credit information of your bank account, contain your identity information, etc. The MSR technology is also used at airports to extract passengers’ personal information from ID cards or for payment options.
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