STRATEGIC PARTNERS
October 3, 1999
HOUSTON -- Tidel Technologies has introduced new components for its Ignition series ATM and its Chameleon Internet Transaction Machine (ITM) during the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show in Chicago. The enhancements include the ValiCash Module for all Ignition series models and six new peripheral devices for the Chameleon. ValiCash allows consumers the options to purchase products, such as pre-paid phone cards, paying with cash via the ATM. The new module includes a currency validator for accepting cash payments and may be outfitted with an optional card dispenser for delivery of prepaid cards and other card-sized media. The module is compatible with all models of the Ignition series ATM and is field upgradeable. For the Chameleon ITM, Tidel introduced these six peripherals: • Optical scanning module, which scans and captures front and back of documents, including MICR code, to facilitate check cashing and electronic bill payment applications. • Sensar iris scanning module, which identifies the user with a biometric identification system to boost advanced security and PIN-less transaction applications. • Document printer, which prints 8 1/2-inch wide documents of any length with on-board, drum-roll thermal printer to facilitate printing of documents such as bank statements, loan and insurance applications, and travel itineraries. • Currency validator module, which accepts U.S. currency of any denomination and validates its authenticity to facilitate cash- for-services applications such as the sale of prepaid cards or event tickets. • Card dispenser module, which dispenses card-sized media to facilitate applications such as the sale of prepaid phone, gas or credit cards. • Digital camera, which transmits real-time video of user to facilitate teleconferencing and live customer service sessions. NACS ends Oct. 5.
