MAGTEK iDynamo 6 Mobile Secure Card Reader Authenticator Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- MAGTEK
Table of Contents
iDynamo 6
Lightning Connector for iOS – PN 21087016/21
Secure Card Reader Authenticator
Quick Installation Guide
Setup and Installation
iDynamo 6 Overview
iDynamo 6 is an SCRA with a magnetic stripe, EMV contact, and EMV / NFC contactless reading capabilities. To use the contactless capabilities, the device must be powered from a fully-powered USB-C port or must be fitted with the optional battery pack for handheld solutions. If the battery pack is not installed and the host does not provide fully powered USB-C, then the the contactless antenna will not turn on and iDynamo 6 will only read magnetic stripe and EMV contact cards.
Made for iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 9.7-inch, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st generation), iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 3, iPad (5th and 6th generation).
Storage Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) Major Components
Mounting Bracket
The versatile optional mounting bracket included with the device can be used to enhance mechanical stability. To install mounting bracket:
- Use a paper clip to slide the small covers out of the mounting bracket retaining holes on each side of iDynamo 6’s housing. Set them aside for possible future use.
- Slide the mounting bracket’s retaining clips into iDynamo 6’s retaining holes until you feel them seat firmly in place.
- Make sure the mounting bracket suction cup is clean.
- Make sure the rear surface of the host is clean.
- After connecting iDynamo 6 to the host, press the mounting bracket’s suction cup onto the rear surface of the host.
To uninstall the mounting bracket, reverse the steps above, including re- inserting the retaining hole covers. The mounting bracket resists slightly when being pulled out of the retaining holes but is designed to be removable without damage.
Power and Charging
NOTICE: MagTek recommends charging AT LEAST every 6 months to maximize
operation.
CAUTION: Failure to use MagTek cable with the Apple-supplied Adapter will VOID
MagTek Limited Warranty.
iDynamo 6 only powers on when it is connected to an iOS host via its Lightning
connector. Although the battery pack ships with a partial charge, MagTek
recommend fully charging it before use (approximately 2 to 3 hours). To charge
the battery pack, the iDynamo 6 must be connected to an iOS host via Lightning
and a USB C cable must be plugged into the USB C receptacle located on the
side of the iDynamo 6. If the iDynamo 6 is not connected to both, the battery
will not accept a charge. To avoid possible damage to the host or the device,
only use the USB power adapter designed for the host you are using and the
cable included with iDynamo 6. For iOS devices, use only chargers sold by or
approved by Apple. If the solution design includes accepting contactless
payments while iDynamo 6 is powered by a handheld host, (i.e. not powered
through the USB C), the device must have the battery pack installed.
iDynamo 6 only uses the battery pack to power its onboard contactless reader
and receives all other operating power from the connected host. To power the
device ON or OFF using the host to send commands. Powered ON mode will respond
with the General Status LEDs.
To maximize the battery pack’s charge, follow guidelines:
Do not discharge the battery pack to 0%. Full discharge shortens the battery life. When possible, plan to recharge the battery pack well before it is fully depleted. Store the battery pack at the lowest reasonable temperatures within the device’s specified storage temperature range. Temperature is the most critical factor in extending battery life. Store the battery pack charged to less than 100% (40% is optimal). Remember, If the iDynamo 6 is not connected to both the iOS host and the USB C receptacle located on the side of the iDynamo 6, the battery will not accept a charge.
To install the battery pack:
- Remove the battery pack contacts cover from the rear of iDynamo 6.
- Check electrical contacts on iDynamo 6 and battery pack are clean.
- Rotate battery pack contacts to align with the contacts on iDynamo 6.
- Press the battery pack onto iDynamo 6 until you feel it click into place.
To remove the battery pack, use your thumb to apply pressure to the iDynamo 6 housing above one of the battery pack retaining clips, and use your finger to pull out on the retaining clip to release.
Use and Compliance
Commands
iDynamo 6 is designed to be connected to a host which sends commands and data
to, and receives data from, the device. iDynamo 6 with Lightning can receive a
limited set of commands via the USB C receptacle in addition to the Lightning
connector, even when the device is set to use the Lightning connector as its
primary host interface.
How to connect to iOS Host
iDynamo 6 connects to an iOS-based host via the Lightning plug.
How to Connect to iOS Host Using the Lightning Plug
- Power on the iOS host.
- Plug iDynamo 6 into the host’s Lightning connector.
- After a few seconds, the iOS host will pop up an App Not Installed window. Press the App Store button to open the App Store and browse through the list of all compatible apps.
- Install and configure the host software you intend to use.
- Make sure the host software is configured to look for the device on the proper connection type.
- Check host software for device look-up configuration.
- Check the host software is configured to interpret incoming data.
- Use the host software or the MagTek Test app to test swiping, inserting, and tapping a card.
How to Disconnect iDynamo 6 from iOS host
- Close or disconnect all installed apps that use iDynamo 6.
- Turn off the host’s display to avoid launching or interacting with apps.
- Disconnect the cable from the USB C receptacle if one is connected.
- Carefully disconnect iDynamo 6 by pulling it straight out from the host’s Lightning connector.
LEDs
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Off-Off: The device is not connected to a host and is not receiving power.
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Green-Solid: The device is receiving power from the host and is ready for the host software to connect, and the battery pack is not charging and its charge level is good.
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Amber-Solid: The battery pack is not charging, and its charge level is fair.
Charge when possible. -
Red-Solid: The battery pack is not charging, and its charge level is low.
Charge immediately. -
Red-Slow blink: The battery pack is charging, and its charge level is low.
Continue charging. -
Amber-Slow blink: The battery pack is charging, and its charge level is fair.
Continue charging if possible. -
Green-Slow blink: The battery pack is charging, and its charge level is high.
Continue charging if desired. -
Green-Fast flash: A cardholder’s card is currently swiping in the card path or has just exited the card path but has not yet been completely decoded by the device.
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Green-Solid on 2 seconds: The device has successfully read a swiped card.
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Red-Solid on 2 seconds: The device could not read a swiped card.
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Blue-Solid: The host is loading firmware onto the device.
Auditory Feedback
iDynamo 6’s beeper provides feedback to operators and cardholders about the internal state of the device: The device sounds one short beep after it has successfully read a contactless tap, and the cardholder can safely remove the card or device from the contactless landing zone. The device sounds two beeps when an operator cancels a pending EMV transaction.
Accepting Payments
If the solution design includes accepting contactless payments while iDynamo 6 is powered by a hand-held host, the device must have the battery pack installed. iDynamo 6 only uses the battery pack to power its onboard contactless reader and receives all other operating power from the connected host.
How to Swipe Magnetic Stripe Cards
Cardholders should swipe magnetic stripe cards in the MSR swipe path with the
magnetic stripe facing away from the cardholder and into the device.
Cardholders may swipe in either direction along the path.
How to Insert Contact Chip Cards
Cardholders should insert chip cards into the chip card slot with the chip
facing the cardholder and toward the slot.
How to Tap Contactless Cards / Devices
If the cardholder is using an electronic payment device, such as a smartphone,
make sure the payment device has NFC turned ON and has a payment app
configured to process transactions. Wait until the host software indicates it
is ready for a tap.
Tap the card or electronic payment device on the contactless landing zone,
indicated by the EMVCo Contactless Indicator on the device’s face. The card or
device must be centered over the contactless landing zone. Wait for the device
to beep. The host software may also display progress showing whether the tap
succeeded or failed. Because each smartphone model may have its NFC antenna
placed differently, the ideal tap position may vary by make and model. For
example, Samsung users may need to center the phone on the contactless landing
zone, while iPhone users may need to tap the top of the phone on the
contactless landing zone. Remove the card or electronic payment device from
the contactless landing zone.
Compliance
FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by MagTek could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CE STANDARDS
Testing for compliance with CE requirements was performed by an independent
laboratory. The unit under test was found compliant with standards established
for Class B devices.
UL/CSA
This product is recognized per UL 60950 1, 2nd Edition, 2011 12 19
(Information Technology Equipment – Safety – Part 1: General Requirements),
CSA
C22.2 No. 60950 1 07, 2nd Edition, 2011 12 (Information Technology Equipment –
Safety – Part 1: General Requirements).
ROHS STATEMENT
When ordered as RoHS compliant, this product meets the Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (EEE) Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) European
Directive 2002/95/EC. The marking is clearly recognizable, either as written
words like “Pb-free,” “lead-free,” or as another clear symbol ( ).
Legal
“Made for iPhone” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has
been designed to connect specifically to iiPhone or iPad respectively, and has
been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is
not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety
and regulatory standards.
iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
iPhone and iPad not included.
Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product may affect
wireless performance.
Apple®, Apple Pay®, OS X®, iPhone®, iPad®, iPad Air®, iPad Pro®, Lightning®,
and Mac® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries. EMV® is a registered trademark in the U.S. and other countries and
an unregistered trademark elsewhere. The EMV trademark is owned by EMVCo, LLC.
The Contactless Indicator mark, consisting of four graduating arcs, is a
trademark owned by and used with permission of EMVCo, LLC.
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Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product may affect
wireless performance. Apple®, Apple Pay®, OS X®, iPhone®, iPad®, iPad Air®,
iPad Pro®, Lightning®, and Mac® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
EMV® is a registered trademark in the U.S. and other countries and an
unregistered trademark elsewhere. The EMV trademark is owned by EMVCo, LLC.
The Contactless Indicator mark, consisting of four graduating arcs, is a
trademark owned by and used with permission of EMVCo, LLC.
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