Panasonic announces tablet that can scan passports

Panasonic has announced a device for scanning passports and personal identification. It is based on the Toughpad FZ-M1 tablet. The Panasonic TOUGHPAD FZ-M1 Passport is the perfect tool for checking passports and identity cards at border control.
 
It’s also ideal for police and security forces to check driving licences and passes at checkpoints or to control access to secure areas. With its range of integrated options, the device is also well suited for checking and recording information for conference, concert and event entry, as well as in the tourist industry for passengers, for example when embarking and disembarking cruise ships.
 
The device has the following technical characteristics:
 
- Intel® Core™ i5-7Y57 vPro Processor
- Windows 10 Pro
- 7" WXGA (1200x800) outdoor display (up to 700cd/m²)
- Capacitive 10-finger multi-touchscreen
- MRZ (Machine Readable Zone), 2 and 3 lines
- Smart Card Reader
- RFID Reader
- 2D Barcode Reader
- 150cm shock resistant*
- Water and dust resistant (IP65)**
- Up to 18 hours battery life with user replaceable battery
- Weights approx. 900g including hand strap
- 3 year standard warranty

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