Datastrip's DSV3 Mobile Biometric Readers Gain FIPS 201 Approval
Datastrip, a leading provider of mobile biometric identity solutions is pleased to announce that their DSV3 range of handheld biometric verification & e-passport readers have been approved for purchase by federal agencies under the General Services Administration's FIPS 201 evaluation program. The approvals enable the Datastrip devices to be used for identity verification under Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12).
The DSV3 product family consists of EasyRead and the EasyVerify. The EasyRead is the first and only mobile biometric device offering a one-step inspection procedure for securely validating Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTDs) and verifying document holders. The EasyRead reads and inspects first- and second-generation e-passports and other documents in accordance with the International Civil Aviation Organization's 9303 standard and extended access control specifications. The device also reads border-crossing credentials and government-issued documents supporting US-VISIT and NEXUS Border Crossing programs.
The EasyVerify handheld multi-modal biometric reader is a feature rich mobile terminal that can acquire multiple biometrics (iris, finger, face), that can read and process a wide range of optical and smart card based credentials, ID Cards, and travel documents. Both devices contains an x86 processor, a QWERTY keyboard, a 3.7 inch 640 x 480 pixel colour LCD display, contactless smart card reader, and a FIPS 201/NIST SP 800-76 compliant fingerprint sensor. Additionally, the devices high-capacity data storage and hot-swappable replacement batteries boost its efficiency and reliability in the field. The unit's capabilities also can be expanded to include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and cellular network connectivity to remote databases.
"The DSV3 range represents the state of the art in performance, flexibility, and durability. Combine that with application software from Datastrip partners and you get fast and economical authentication under a variety of use cases" said Stuart Tucker, Datastrip's Director, Technical Sales Support. "The DSV3 takes on the spot verification to a new level" He added.
.The EasyVerify and EasyRead's inclusion on the GSA's FIPS 201 approved product list certifies that the product has met the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 201 requirements. For more information, visit http://fips201ep.cio.gov
SOURCE: Datastrip