To complement the EPDMk2, Thermo

Product Specifications
Fisher Scientific offers a range of
readers. All these readers connect
directly to the PC via a serial or
optional USB interface. They are
compatible with the full range of
Mk2 software products and require
no power supply.

Readers for EPD® Mk2™

IrDA Reader

ACT 4

The basic IrDA reader, is ideal for office environments and

mobile applications. For more demanding environments, and
where it is necessary to ensure that only one specific EPD
can be ‘seen’ by the reader, the desktop model ACT-5 may
be used. The IrDA and ACT-5 are compatible with EasyEPD2
and EasyIssue software.

ACT 5
 Readers for EPD Mk2 Specifications

Basic IrDA Reader

PC Connection: Serial RS232 or USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatible interface direct to PC
Cable length: Serial 1.2m USB 1.0m
Size and Weight: 60 x 30 x 20 mm (2.5” x 1” x 0.8”), 50 grams (0.1 lbs.)
Power: None required, driven from PC

ACT-5 Desktop Reader

PC connection: Serial RS232 or USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatible interface direct to PC
Cable length: Serial 1.2m USB 1.0m
Size and Weight: 180 x 125 x 70 mm (7” x 5” x 3”), 1.1 kg (2.5lbs)
Power: None required, drives from PC

ACT-4 Desktop Reader with Keypad

PC Connection: Serial RS232 or USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatible interface direct to PC
Cable length: Serial 1.2m USB 1.0m
Keyboard Connection: PS/2 style mini-DIN. Accepts input from full keyboard.
PS/2 cable provided to connect to PC system unit (length 2m, (6.5’)).
Keypad/Keyboard key operated selector switch.
Size and Weight: 240 x 125 x 85 mm ( 10” x 5” x 3”); 1.75 kg (4lb)
Power: No external power required - IrDA reader and keypad powered from PC.

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