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AIR60U-A2
ePassport Reader

AIR60U-A2 ePassport Reader

The AIR60U ePassport Reader is a compact and versatile ID document reader designed for fast and reliable identity verification in limited spaces. Its modular design combines Optical Character Recognition (OCR), RFID/NFC, and contact smart card reading into one device, facilitating quick data capture from ICAO DOC 9303-compliant e-passports and ID cards.

With QR code scanner, the AIR60U supports digital identity documents, making it ideal for hotels, car rental counters, travel agencies, and transportation terminals. By automating identity data capture, it enhances processing speed, reduces manual errors, and improves customer experience—all while fitting seamlessly into kiosks, e-gates, or desktop setups.

PC-Linked USB Contactless Reader NFC Reader SAM Slot(s) Firmware Upgradeable
  • USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
  • Multi-Mode Identity Capture
    o Combines OCR, RFID, contact card, and QR code technologies
    o Fully compliant with ICAO DOC 9303 standards for e-passports and ID cards
  • Identity Verification Technologies
    o MRZ Reading achieves an OCR performance of ≤1 second with 99.8% accuracy
    o  E-passport Reading complies with ICAO 9303 and reads chip data in ≤3 seconds
  • Contactless Smart Card Reader
    o Read/Write ISO 14443A/B speed of up to 848 kbps
    o Clock frequency up to 13.56MHz
    o Built-in antenna for contactless tag access, with card reading distance of up to 70 mm (depending on tag type)
    o Supports ISO 14443 Type A and B cards, ISO 15693 Cards and ISO 18092 NFC
    o Supports MIFARE® (T=CL), FeliCa, NFC tags
  • Contact Smart Card Reader
    o Supports ISO 7816 Class A, B and C (5 V, 3V and 1.8 V) speed of up to 1,250 kbps
    o Supports microprocessor cards with T=0 or T=1 protocol
    o ISO 7816-compliant SAM slot (Class A)
  • Application Programming Interface:
    o Supports PC/SC
  • Built-in Peripherals
    o 5 x LED(s)
    o Buzzer
  • USB Firmware Upgradability
  • Support operating systems
    o Windows®, Linux®
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (mm) 186.8 mm (L) × 144.6 mm (W) × 54.9 mm (H)
Weight (g) 372g 
USB Interface
Current Consumption 1A 
Protocol USB CCID
Connector Type USB Type-C
Speed USB Full Speed (12 Mbps)
Cable Length 1 m, Detachable
Contact Smart Card Interface
Number of Slots 1 Full-sized Card Slot
Standard ISO 7816 Class A, B, C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V)
Contactless Smart Card Interface
Standard ISO 14443 Type A & B Parts 1–4, ISO 15693, MIFARE®, FeliCa, NFC, etc.
Protocol ISO 14443-4 Compliant Card, T=CL
MIFARE® Classic Card, T=CL
ISO 15693  
ISO 18092
FeliCa
SAM Card Interface
Number of Slots 1 x Standard SIM size slot
Standard ISO 7816 Class A (5V)
Clock Frequency 5 MHz, up to 10 MHz (upon request)
Protocol T=0; T=1
Built-in Peripherals
LED 5 x LED
Buzzer Available
Other Features
Other Features Smart Card Reader/Writer, 
Card Emulation
Keyboard Emulation
Firmware Upgrade Supported
Certifications/Compliance
Certifications/Compliance Standards:
ICAO DOC 9303, USB CCID, PC/SC
Regulatory/ Environmental:
CE, FCC, RoHS, REACH
Device Driver Operating System Support
Device Driver Operating System Support Windows®, Linux®
Drivers & Utilities for AIR60U-A2
USB Interface OS Support
PC/SC Driver Installer  5.83 MB
Version 1.0.6.2
12-Dec-2025 		Windows®
* Installer version 1.0.6.2 contains driver version 1.0.6.0
PC/SC Driver Installer  4.30 MB
Version 1.1.13
20-Nov-2025 		Linux®



Manuals & Datasheets for AIR60U-A2
Technical Specification

Technical Specification of AIR60U
Application Programming Interface

AIR60U ePassport API Document for Windows