Overview
ACR39U PocketMate II is a portable smart card reader that is more than meets the eye. The swivel-USB-GO design keeps it safe when not in use. The reader is capable of supporting demanding smart card applications using full-sized contact smart cards. No larger than a USB stick, it embodies reliable functionality and nifty design, and is highly durable as it is able to last for 100,000 card insertion cycles.
ACR39U PocketMate II supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C smart cards (5 V, 3 V, and 1.8 V) and microprocessor cards with T=0 and T=1 protocol. In addition, it supports a wide variety of memory cards, including the Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC), the SIPRNET Card and the Malaysian Identity Card (MyKad). This makes it ideal for a broad range of solutions, such as PIV, Physical and Logical Access Control, Digital Signature, and Online Banking applications.
This sleek and simple pocket-sized reader is designed to be used anytime and anywhere. Being PC/SC and CCID-compliant, ACR39U-N1 PocketMate II can easily be integrated in a computer-based environment. Using the standard USB Type-A connector, it helps provide wide-ranging support. Its drivers are compatible with operating systems such as Windows®, Solaris™, Linux®, and macOS. In addition, ACR39U PocketMate II may be used on mobile devices running on Android™ versions 3.1 and later.
ACR39U PocketMate II is the perfect smart card reader for your smart card solution.
Features
- USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
- Compatible with USB 3.0
- Plug and Play – CCID support brings utmost mobility
- Swivel Motion Design
- Smart Card Reader:
- Supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V) cards
- Supports CAC
- Supports SIPRNET Card
- Supports J-LIS Card
- Supports microprocessor cards with T=0 or T=1 protocol
- Supports memory cards
- Supports Mykad Card
- Supports PPS (Protocol and Parameters Selection)
- Features Short-Circuit Protection
- Application Programming Interface:
- Supports PC/SC
- Supports CT-API (through wrapper on top of PC/SC)
- Supports Android™ 3.1 and later
Technical Specifications
| Physical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (mm) | 58.0 mm (L) x 20.0 mm (W) x 13.7 mm (H) |
| Weight (g) | 12 g |
| USB Interface | |
|---|---|
| Protocol | USB CCID |
| Connector Type | USB Type-A |
| Power Source | USB port |
| Speed | USB Full Speed (12 Mbps) |
| Contact Smart Card Interface | |
|---|---|
| Number of Slots | 1 Full-sized Card Slot |
| Standard | ISO 7816 Parts 1-4, Class A, B, C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V) |
| Protocol | T=0; T=1; Memory Card Support |
| Others | Mykad Card, CAC, PIV, SIPRNET, J-LIS Smart Cards |
| Certifications/Compliance | |
|---|---|
| Certifications/Compliance | Standard: USB CCID, PC/SC, EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1 (Contact), J-LIS, Microsoft® WHQL, TAA; Regulatory/Environmental: CE, IEC/EN 62368, UL 62368, FCC, VCCI, KC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, UKCA |
| Device Driver Operating System Support | |
|---|---|
| Device Driver Operating System Support | Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, Solaris™, Android™ |
Images
Downloads
| Type | Title | Size | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual | ACS ApduTool (iOS) - Application Note | 118.31 KB | 23-Feb-2024 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Windows®) | 5.02 MB | 11-Dec-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Linux®) | 4.30 MB | 20-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (macOS®) | 281.65 KB | 17-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | Android EVK | 1.46 MB | 25-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Solaris 10, 11 and above)available on request | — | 16-Feb-2017 |
| Brochure | Product Presentation of ACR39 Series Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Datasheet | Technical Specification of ACR39U-N1 Pocketmate II Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Manual | Reference Manual of ACR39 Series Smart Card Reader | — | — |