3-TRACK WRITE MAGNETIC CARD READER WRITER

CONTENTS

3-Track Write
Magnetic Card Reader Writer

Chapter 9.7

DESCRIPTION..................................................................................... 9.7-1

STRAPPING ......................................................................................... 9.7-2

MCRW CONTROLLER BOARD ..................................................... 9.7-2
Normal Mode ................................................................................... 9.7-2
Burn-in/Replica Mode...................................................................... 9.7-3
Level 0 Diagnostics Mode................................................................ 9.7-3

MCWR ENHANCED CARD DRIVE (ECD) ...................................... 9.7-3

ADJUSTMENTS .................................................................................. 9.7-3

TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT ................................................... 9.7-3
MOTOR SPEED................................................................................. 9.7-3
CARD DETECT SWITCH (SW1)..................................................... 9.7-4
SHUTTER SWITCH (SW2) .............................................................. 9.7-5
DC MOTOR ....................................................................................... 9.7-6
FILM BELT........................................................................................ 9.7-7
FACIA ................................................................................................ 9.7-7
REAR ACCESS AVAILABLE ....................................................... 9.7-8
REAR ACCESS NOT AVAILABLE .............................................. 9.7-9

INTERFACE CONNECTIONS ......................................................... 9.7-10

INTERNAL CABLES ........................................................................ 9.7-11

TROUBLESHOOTING INFO ........................................................... 9.7-12

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CONTENTS

Chapter 9.7

3-Track Write
Magnetic Card Reader Writer

DESCRIPTION

The MCRW is a self contained module including an interface, but not

including power supplies, capable of reading and writing track 1, track 2 and

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track 3 of both embossed and unembossed magnetic cards.

The 3 Track MCRW communicates with the SSFT through an SDC inter-
face which controls all card movements and manages all the following
MCRW functions:
 Detect the insertion of a card of the correct width containing flux transi-
tions (normally encoded data) on track 2 or 3 of the magnetic stripe
 Move the card through the unit
 Detect the position of the card in the unit
 Read data from tracks 1, 2, 3 simultaneously, in both forward and back-
ward directions
 Write data on tracks 1, 2 and 3 in the forward direction only (towards the
rear of the unit)
 Read the data on tracks 1, 2 and 3 after it has been written
 Eject or Capture the card.

STRAPPING

MCRW CONTROLLER BOARD

The mode of operation of the SDC Board is set on the configuration switch
pack. In the tables below the position of the switches is denoted as follows:
 1 = switch closed (on)
 0 = switch open (off)
 x = don't care.
The configuration switch pack U1 is used to select the mode of operation
of the board as follows:

Switch Mode
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
0 0 x x x x x x Normal
0 1 x x x x x x Burn-in/Replica
1 x x x x x x x Diagnostic

Normal Mode
In normal mode switches 6 to 1 are ignored by the MCRW device firmware
and only one card reader is present in the system.

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Burn-in/Replica Mode
In burn-in/replica mode switches 3 to 1 are used to select the link address
where the MCRW resides in the system. Up to eight MCRW can be present
during burn-in mode, occupying link addresses 1 to 8.

Level 0 Diagnostics Mode

In level 0 diagnostic mode a series of switch selectable tests can be carried out
on the SDC node (refer to Chapter 4.2.6).

MCWR ENHANCED CARD DRIVE (ECD)

NOTE: When the MCWR modules are fitted with the Enhanced Card Drive
(ECD) the following observations should be made:

 The card may move slower and vibrate slightly during accept and eject
cycles. This action is normal.

ADJUSTMENTS
This section details the adjustments that can be made to the MCRW.

TOOLS AND TEST EQUIPMENT

The following tools and test equipment are required when performing the
adjustment procedures:
 Digital voltmeter (Beckman 3010, part no. 603-9004750) or equivalent
 Feeler gauge
 5.5mm spanner
 1.5mm Allen Key
 Cleaning card (NCR Part No. 998-0052929)
 ISO test card (NCR Part No. 009-0017008)
 ISO speed test card (NCR Part No. 009-0003479) - This card is encoded
under very strictly controlled conditions

NOTE: If data is written on to track 3 of the ISO speed test card, it cannot
be used again for speed tests.

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MOTOR SPEED
Adjust as follows:
 Using the level 1 diagnostics, run the speed test inserting the speed test
card into the MCRW
 Check the M-status returned as shown in the following table. If other than
24 adjust VR1 on the MCRW control board to obtain correct status
 Eject card.

M-Status Meaning
22 Speed too fast
23 Speed within +3%
24 Speed within ±1%
25 Speed within -3%
26 Speed too slow

CARD DETECT SWITCH (SW1)

A ST-SW test card is required for the adjustment of SW1. If a ST-SW test card
is not available a suitable test card can be made from a standard card (refer to
the following diagram).

Adjust SW1 as follows:

1. Disconnect CON G from the MCRW control board.
2. Connect a meter, set to measure resistance, between pins A3 and B2 on
CON G.

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3. Insert the ST-SW test card into the MCRW until the actuator arm of SW1
is in contact with position B of the test card.
4. Check the meter indicates continuity.
5. If necessary, loosen the screw securing SW1 and position the switch to
obtain the correct indication on the meter
6. Tighten the securing screw.
7. Withdraw the test card until the switch actuator arm is in contact with
position A of the test card.
8. Check that the meter indicates open circuit.
9. If necessary repeat steps 3 to 8 as required.
10. Disconnect and remove the meter.
11. Reconnect CON G to the MCRW control board.

SW1
SW2

SHUTTER SWITCH (SW2)

Adjust SW2 as follows:
1. Manually open the shutter and insert a card into the MCRW, release the
shutter.
2. Connect a meter, set to measure resistance, between the COM and NO
contacts of SW2 (B3 and B4 on CON G).
3. Check the meter indicates continuity. If necessary, loosen screw A and
move SW2 to obtain the correct indication.
4. With the solenoid plunger depressed, check, on SW2, that the gap
between the actuator arm and the body is 0.2mm (0.008in.). If necessary
move SW2 to obtain the correct gap.
5. With the solenoid plunger depressed, check the gap between the top of the
actuator arm of SW2 and the bottom of the shutter is between 0.5mm and
2mm (0.02in. and 0.08in.). If necessary loosen screw B and move SW2 to
obtain the correct gap.
6. Release the solenoid plunger.

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7. Tighten screws A and B.

8. Remove the card from the MCRW.
9. Connect the meter between the COM and NC contacts of SW2 (B3 and
A4 on CON G).
10. Check the meter indicates continuity.
11. If necessary, loosen screw A and move SW2 to obtain the correct indica-
tion.
12. Tighten screw A and check all measurements. If necessary repeat steps 1
to 11.
13. Disconnect the meter.

Shutter Plate

Actuator Arm
Screw A
0.5 - 2.0 mm
( 0.02 - 0.08 in. )

SW2 0.2 mm
Solenoid
Screw B ( 0.008 in. )
Plunger

DC MOTOR
The outer edge of the dc motor should clear the back pad roller by a minimum
of 0.2mm (0.008in.).
Adjust the position of the dc motor as follows:
1. Loosen the screws securing the motor.
2. Move the motor away from the pad roller to obtain the required clearance.
3. Tighten the motor securing screws.

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Adjusting Screw
Motor Securing Screw

0.2 mm Min.
(0.008 in Min.)

Adjusting Screw Alternative Position

FILM BELT
The outer and inner edges of the film belt should be a minimum of 0.4mm
(0.016 in.) from the outer and inner edges of the flywheel as the flywheel is
rotated in both directions.
Adjust the film belt as follows:
1. Loosen the motor securing screws (refer previous diagram).
2. Adjust the dc motor angle adjustment Allen screw, as required, to obtain
the correct setting.
3. Tighten the motor securing screws.

0.4 mm ( 0.016 in. ) Min.

FACIA
If there is a significant gap between the throat of the card reader and the fascia
moulding (refer diagram) the card reader can be adjusted forward to meet the
fascia.

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REAR ACCESS AVAILABLE

Ensure the facia is in the locked position and from the rear adjust as follows:
1. Slacken the two M4 nuts (refer to diagram) on the right-hand side of the
MCRW cradle.
2. Push the MCRW cradle forward until the gap disappears.
3. Push forward the stop bracket.
4. Re-tighten the two M4 nuts.
5. Check that the fascia opens freely.
If the fascia is catching the card reader throat upon opening, then re-
adjust cradle as per the instructions 1-5 until this disappears.

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REAR ACCESS NOT AVAILABLE

If rear access is not available open facia and adjust as follows:
1. Slacken the two M4 nuts (refer to previous diagram) on C.R.T. side of
cradle.
2. Pull cradle out.
3. Adjust stop bracket forward.
4. Re-tighten one of the M4 nuts.
5. Push cradle in and close facia.
6. Check the gap.
If further adjustment is necessary, reset stop bracket as required.
When the best position is found, tighten the two M4 nuts, push in the cra-
dle and close the facia.

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INTERFACE CONNECTIONS
Interconnections between the MCRW and SDC interface including the +24 V
input are shown in the following diagram.

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INTERNAL CABLES
The MCRW internal connections are shown in the following diagram.

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NOTE: 1. SW1 is shown with a card not present in the MCR entry slot.

NOTE: 2. SW2 is shown in the shutter closed position.

TROUBLESHOOTING INFO
None.

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 Change Inter
Old Part Number New Part Number Comments
Number Changeability
445-0602833

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