Eclipse MSR-123U - USB install for Veloce POS

Install Eclipse MSR-123U magnetic reader

Summary

This guide covers installing and validating an Eclipse MSR-123U USB magnetic stripe reader for Veloce POS. The device enumerates as a HID keyboard, so no complex integration is required. Expected outcome: reliable swipes into Veloce fields, with optional Enter suffix if needed.

Step-by-step Instructions

1) Prerequisites

  • Windows session with administrator rights (if drivers are needed).
  • Free USB port (avoid unpowered hubs).
  • Internet connection (for generic drivers if required).
  • Close Veloce before plugging in (recommended).

2) Steps

  1. Connect the reader: Plug the MSR-123U into a direct USB port. Wait for Windows to install it as a HID Keyboard Device.
  2. Check Device Manager: Open Device Manager > Keyboards. Confirm a new HID Keyboard Device appears without warnings.
  3. Out-of-Veloce test: Open Notepad, place the cursor, and swipe a test card. Verify readable characters. Note whether a line break (Enter) is appended.
  4. Configure suffix (if needed): If Veloce should auto-validate after the swipe, configure the reader to add an Enter suffix (use the vendor utility or programming card). If you see double submissions, remove the extra suffix.
  5. Test in Veloce: Open Veloce, focus the target field (e.g., card or ID field), swipe the card, and confirm correct input and screen flow (with or without Enter).

3) Checks and validation

  • The reader shows as a HID keyboard without errors in Windows.
  • Swiping in Notepad produces clean, readable characters without noise.
  • In Veloce, the swipe fills the intended field and the UI behaves as expected (auto-validate if Enter is configured).

Fixes and FAQs

  • No characters appear: Ensure a text field is focused, try a different USB port, avoid passive hubs, reboot the station.
  • Garbled or extra symbols: Temporarily switch Windows input method to English (US) for testing; disable any software transformations; verify Track settings and data masking on the reader.
  • No Enter at end: Enable the Enter suffix using the reader’s utility/programming card.
  • Double validation / extra line: Disable the Enter suffix or remove redundant CR/LF in the reader configuration.
  • Driver conflicts: Remove stale HID keyboards from Device Manager, then reconnect the MSR-123U.

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