Also ACR88 is programmable through the exclusive ACR88 Script-Builder bundled with the ACR88 Smart Card Software Development Kit.

Software Architects can now quickly build their own standalone applications according to easy-to-use and well defined script commands provided by ACS. There is no more need to program the device in lower level languages, nor to deal with development and other hardware platform dependent issues! With ACR88, you can have full rein of realizing the limitless possibilities, which your application will bring.

ACR88 Software development Kit is available now.

The ACR88 Software Development Kit (ACR88 SDK) enables effective development of customized applications and systems using smart cards, card readers, and PCs. Reflecting ACS expertise in smart card technologies, the kit is a complete package containing all the vital components required for smart card application development. It is suitable for beginners to experienced developers. It also serves as an ideal training and development tool for those who are interested in knowing more about smart card technologies.

ACR88 Features

• Dual operation modes:
      PC-linked: powered through USB
      Standalone: powered through 3x AAA batteries
   

• Accepts ISO-7816 Class A, B (5V & 3V) cards: two full-size cards and 3 SAM cards

• Ergonomic and highly durable keypad

• Easy-to-read, graphical LCD with backlight

• Monotone buzzer with software controlled ON/OFF

• 3 bi-color LED

• Real-time clock (RTC) with independent backup battery

• Field upgradeable for firmware (requires a firmware upgrade cable)

• On-board memory for standalone program (script loadable)

• Tamper switch which protect fraudulent intrusion

• Hand-held size and weight

• (Optional) Non-volatile memory for font storage

For more information regarding this product, you can go to ACR88 or ACR88 SDK.