OCR
Software - Optical Character Recognition
OCR of Banknote Serial Number, Check MICR, Ticket Barcode
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) converts images of typed or printed text into machine-readable data — enabling automated reading of banknote serial numbers, cheque MICR codes, ticket barcodes, and more.
Techniques
1. Pre-processing
OCR software often "pre-processes" images to improve the chances of successful recognition. Techniques include De-skew, Despeckle, Binarisation, Normalise aspect ratio and scale, and so on.
2. Character Recognition
OCR algorithm produces a ranked list of candidate characters.
3. Post-processing
OCR accuracy can be increased if the output is constrained by a lexicon — a list of words that are allowed to occur in a document.
4. Forcing Better Input
Special fonts like MICR fonts, with precisely specified sizing, spacing, and distinctive character shapes, allow a higher accuracy rate during transcription. These should be used in handling checks and tickets with MICR.
Transfer of OCR Info
After capturing and extracting the desired information, the banknote counter can output the data in two ways. One option is a printer — images and text data can be printed instantly. The other is a PC — images and text data are stored digitally and can be searched later as needed.
Comparison of Serial Number
A composite note is a counterfeit made by joining pieces of different genuine notes. Because it is constructed from genuine material, traditional counterfeit detection technology may not detect it. SNC (Serial Number Comparison) detects composite notes by comparing the serial numbers printed on different areas of the same banknote — if they don't match, the note is flagged.
Barcode Reading (TITO, Voucher)
Many businesses — including casinos, theatres, and bus terminals — are required to store electronic copies of tickets. Combined with management software, a banknote counter capable of reading barcodes, MICR codes, and more can dramatically improve processing efficiency.
ATM Manufacturers
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Case Studies
Police
Serial Number Capturing
Casino
Ticket In Ticket Out Management
Currency Exchange
Serial Number Capturing
Bank Teller
Serial Number Capturing
Check Management
Check Scanning & Management
Products with OCR
MIB-9
Single-sided OCR with 2 pockets
MIB-11
Double-sided OCR with 2 pockets
SB-3000
Double-sided OCR with 3 pockets
MIB-5000
Double-sided OCR with 5 pockets