摘要 |
The disclosure relates to a card reader for reading embossed indicia cards utilizing an optical scanner of the embossing which scans various parts of the indicia by means of reflection of light therefrom, reflection being dependent upon whether or not an embossment appears at that point. Fiber optic devices are utilized to conduct the optical scanning. The card is accurately located in the card carriage by means of a knife edge which abuts the extreme upward or downward row of indicia along the entire length thereof to accurately position the indicia relative to the read head. The card reader also includes an ejector device for ejecting the card after a reading has beem completed.
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