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Unitech MS146 Multidirectional Infrared 1D Barcode Card Reader, RS232 - MS146-IRCB00-SG
- The MS146 barcode card reader is designed for time and attendance, security, and access control applications that use badges, cards, or forms
- Reads ID cards for check-in, check-out, and access control; reads barcodes that have been secured by black panels to prevent photocopying
- With a large reading slot, the MS146 is a suitable solution for cards of many different sizes and widths
- The high-quality sealing on the optical system protects the device from dust, dirt, and even water spills; also withstands repeated 5-foot falls to concrete
- Reads 2-27 inches per second at a high resolution and with a flexible reading angle
- Includes RS232 Cable (Power Adapter Sold Separately)
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Unitech MS146I-4UMG MS146 Infrared Barcode Slot Reader
The MS146 barcode card reader is designed for time and attendance, security, and access control applications that use badges, cards, or forms.
Target Markets / Applications
The MS146 reader is versatile enough to fit applications across the board. It can read ID cards for check-in, check-out, and access control. The infrared MS146 reads barcodes that have been secured by black panels to prevent photocopying.
Libraries
- Library Cards
- Check-in/Check-out
Fitness Centers
- Access Control
- Time / Attendance
Features
Maximum VersatilityThe MS146 barcode card reader is easy to integrate into your business. With a large reading slot, the MS146 is a suitable solution for cards of many different sizes and widths.
Multiple interface options and an infrared model ensures that there's an MS146 perfectly suited for your business. Mount the MS146 to a wall or desktop for easy access. The reader is multidirectional, making installation that much easier. Durable
With the MS146 you can rest assured knowing you've made a lasting investment. The high-quality sealing on the optical system protects the device from dust, dirt, and even water spills.
The MS146 is at home in industrial settings, enduring repeated use and exposure to hazards without wearing out or degrading in any way. Powerful Performance
The MS146 reads 2-27 inches per second at a high resolution and with a flexible reading angle. Advanced data editing is available on this device, enabling you to tailor your solution to your exact needs.
Summary
- Multidirectional reading
- Desktop or wall mountable
- Multiple interface options
- Withstands repeated 5-foot falls to concrete
- Environmentally sealed against water and dust
- Advanced data editing
- IP54 environmental seal against moisture and dust
- Warranty: 2 years
Model Comparison
 MS146 |
MS146i |
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| Barcode Scanning | ||
| Scans 1D Barcodes | • | • |
| Scans 2D Barcodes | ||
| Scans Infrared Barcodes | No | Yes |
| Light Source | 660nm LED | 930nm LED |
| Interface Options | ||
| USB | • | • |
| Keyboard Wedge (PS/2) | • | • |
| Serial (RS232) | • | • |
| Laser Emulation | • | |
| Drop Threshold | 5 Feet | 5 Feet |
| Environmental Seal | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 Years | 2 Years |
The MS146 barcode card reader is designed for time and attendance security and access control applications that use badges cards or forms. Target Markets / Applications The MS146 reader is versatile enough to fit applications across the board. It can read ID cards for check-in check-out and access control. The infrared MS146 reads barcodes that have been secured by black panels to prevent photocopying. Libraries Library Cards Check-in/Check-out Fitness Centers Access Control Time / Attendance Features Maximum Versatility The MS146 barcode card reader is easy to integrate into your business. With a large reading slot the MS146 is a suitable solution for cards of many different sizes and widths.
Multiple interface options and an infrared model ensures that there's an MS146 perfectly suited for your business. Mount the MS146 to a wall or desktop for easy access. The reader is multidirectional making installation that much easier. Durable With the MS146 you can rest assured knowing you've made a lasting investment. The high-quality sealing on the optical system protects the device from dust dirt and even water spills. The MS146 is at home in industrial settings enduring repeated use and exposure to hazards without wearing out or degrading in any way. Powerful Performance The MS146 reads 2-27 inches per second at a high resolution and with a flexible reading angle.
Advanced data editing is available on this device enabling you to tailor your solution to your exact needs. Summary Multidirectional reading Desktop or wall mountable Multiple interface options Withstands repeated 5-foot falls to concrete Environmentally sealed against water and dust Advanced data editing IP54 environmental seal against moisture and dust
Warranty: 2 years Fit for reading any barcode ID cards guaranteeing precise reading of both; visible and laminated cardsWired connectivity makes this scanner ideal for retail and desktop applicationsReads all 1D barcodes with ease so you can accomplish all your tasks more efficientlyFeatures Infrared light source scanning
Multiple interface options and an infrared model ensures that there's an MS146 perfectly suited for your business. Mount the MS146 to a wall or desktop for easy access. The reader is multidirectional making installation that much easier. Durable With the MS146 you can rest assured knowing you've made a lasting investment. The high-quality sealing on the optical system protects the device from dust dirt and even water spills. The MS146 is at home in industrial settings enduring repeated use and exposure to hazards without wearing out or degrading in any way. Powerful Performance The MS146 reads 2-27 inches per second at a high resolution and with a flexible reading angle.
Advanced data editing is available on this device enabling you to tailor your solution to your exact needs. Summary Multidirectional reading Desktop or wall mountable Multiple interface options Withstands repeated 5-foot falls to concrete Environmentally sealed against water and dust Advanced data editing IP54 environmental seal against moisture and dust
Warranty: 2 years Fit for reading any barcode ID cards guaranteeing precise reading of both; visible and laminated cardsWired connectivity makes this scanner ideal for retail and desktop applicationsReads all 1D barcodes with ease so you can accomplish all your tasks more efficientlyFeatures Infrared light source scanning
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- Support Phone: 800-861-8648
- Support Email: info@us.ute.com
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The Unitech MS146-IRCB00-SG is an RS-232 infrared 1D barcode slot reader for time-and-attendance, check-in, security, and access-control systems that use ID badges, cards, or forms. Its infrared sensor can read barcodes concealed by black security panels.
Recommended For
- Libraries and circulation desks that check books in or out by swiping 1D barcoded library cards at a fixed workstation.
- Fitness centers and employers using printed barcode badges for access control or time-and-attendance check-in at a desktop or wall-mounted station.
- Organizations whose ID cards use 1D barcodes beneath opaque security film, where the infrared MS146 can read the barcode without removing that film.
- IT or facilities teams integrating a fixed badge reader into an existing RS-232 system whose software accepts serial-port barcode input and whose setup can accommodate the reader’s power requirements.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Reading barcodes on badges, cards, and forms for check-in, time-and-attendance, security, and access-control workflows |
| Barcode Scanning | Infrared 930 nm LED with a scan speed of 2–30 inches per second and a 0.07-inch depth of field |
| Barcode Compatibility | Reads Code 39 standard and full ASCII, EAN-13, UPC-A, EAN-8, UPC-E, Standard 2 of 5, Code 128, Code 93, MSI, Code 11, Code 32, Delta Code, Label Code, Plessey Code, and Codabar |
| Resolution And Print Contrast | Minimum resolution of 6 mils and minimum print contrast of 0.6 |
| Connectivity | RS-232 interface |
| Environmental Durability | Operates from 0 to 50 °C; storage temperature range is −20 to 60 °C; tolerates 0–95% non-condensing relative humidity and drops from up to 5 feet |
| Power And Audio | 35 mA power consumption at TTL 5 V DC ±5%; beep volume greater than 70 dB |
| Physical Specifications | Black housing, 3.75 × 1.38 × 1.88 inches; weighs 0.42 lb |
| Model Identifiers | Unitech MS146 barcode reader, part number MS146-IRCB00-SG |