The PrehKeyTec MC 147 A is a powerful, modular, programmable keyboard built for data-entry heavy, machine-readable document processing environments. If your workflow involves scanning passports, swiping cards, capturing IDs and automating input via custom keys, this device offers a compelling all-in-one solution. Ideal for airports, hospitality desks, kiosks and other front-office points of sale. For standard office typing use, a simpler keyboard might suffice – but where reliability, speed and integration matter, the MC 147 A stands out.
CUPPS and DCS compatible
Key Features
- Built for high-throughput, data-entry intensive environments: The MC 147 A features an integrated OCR scanner that reads passports, ID cards and other machine-readable documents with up to three lines of OCR-B data.
- A 3-track magnetic stripe reader (MSR) supporting ISO 7810/7811, bidirectional swipe.
- Highly programmable: Up to 147 key-positions (depending on layout) can be customized using PrehKeyTec’s programming software (WinProgrammer/MapMyKey) for hotkeys, macros, shortcuts.
- Ergonomic, compact design optimized for machine-readable data entry tasks (airline check-in, hotel reception, rental counters, etc.).
- Interfaces: USB (with integrated USB hub for modules) and optionally PS/2 (depending on build) for broad compatibility.
- Robust construction: Front face protection rating IP54 (dust & splash), housing designed for tough environments.
Technical Specifications (selected)
- OCR-B Reader Module: Supports reading of machine-readable passports (2 lines / up to 44 characters), travel documents (2–3 lines) via swipeless insertion.
- Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR): Reads 3 tracks of magnetic stripe, bidirectional read.
- Keyswitch & Layout: Up to 147 programmable keys (depending on variant).
- Interfaces & Drivers: USB connection: standard HID for keyboard part; additional virtual COM port drivers for wedge devices (OCR/MSR) or direct API access via PKTUSB.
Typical Use-Cases
- Airport check-in counters processing passports/ID and payment cards.
- Hotel reception or car-rental desks requiring ID scanning + card swipe + custom shortcut keys.
- Point-of-sale or kiosk systems in high-throughput environments (subscriptions, rentals, access control).
- Office environments requiring secure, programmable keyboards with built-in smartcard or swipe reader modules.
Specifications:
| OCR Reader | Power supply via USB 5V+- 5% Power consumption < 500 mA Control via virtual COM interface or API Swipeless reading by insertion from above Reads OCR-B data from machine-readable passports with 2 lines and maximum of 44 characters Reads machine-readable visas with 2 lines and max. 44 characters or 2 lines with 36 characters Reads machine-readable travel documents with 2 lines and 36 characters, or 3 lines and 30 characters |
| Magnetic Card Reader | Bi-directional card swipe Reads track 1, 2 and 3 in accordance with ISO 7810, ISO 7811 Data via virtual COM interface or API Magnetic head can perform over 1,000,000 swipes IATA FOID compliant (Masking of credit-card data) |
| PC Connection | USB |
| Keyboard Electronics | Freely programmable USB flash memory Firmware field upgradable |
| 4 Status Indicators | ACCEPT, NUM LOCK, CAPS LOCK and SCROLL LOCK |
| Certifications | CE FCC RoHS REACH UKCA |
