INPUT DEVICES

Barcode Reader

A Barcode reader is an electronic device for reading printed barcodes.

All barcode readers contain decoder circuitry analyzing the barcode's image data provided by the sensor.

MICR

MICR is a character recognition technology used primarily by the banking industry to facilitate the processing of cheques.

OMR This device is designed to be able to

read markings that have been placed in specific places on a form or card.

Lottery tickets are a form of input that an optical mark reader uses to input data.

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Magnetic Stripe

A magnetic stripe card is a type of card capable of storing data by modifying the magnetism of tiny iron-based magnetic particles on a band of magnetic material on the card.

Joystick

A joystick is an input device consisting of a stick that pivots on a base and reports its angle or direction to the device it is controlling.

Concept keyboard

An concept keyboard is a specialized keyboard with no pre-set keys. Each key can be programmed with a wide range of different functions.

Chip reader

A chip reader is a device used for communication with a smart card or a flash memory card.

Tracker ball

A trackball is a pointing device consisting of a ball held by a socket containing sensors to detect a rotation of the ball about two axes—like an upside-down mouse with an exposed protruding ball.

Scanner

In computing, a scanner is a device that optically scans images, printed text, handwriting, or an object, and converts it to a digital image.

Touch Pad

A touchpad is a pointing device consisting of specialized surface that can translate the motion and position of a user's fingers to a relative position on screen.

PIN Pad

A PIN Pad is an electronic device used in a debit or smart card-based transaction to input and encrypt the cardholder's PIN.

Light Pen

A light pen is a computer input device in the form of a light-sensitive wand used in conjunction with a computer's CRT TV set or monitor.