JK-A0100EU - Keyboard Cherry - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Security keyboard with integrated smart card reader
Model	JK-A0100EU
Brand	Cherry
Dimensions (W x D x H)	458 x 188 x 46 mm
Weight	Approx. 840 g
Cable Length	1.80 m
Interface	USB
Power Consumption	Max. 100 mA
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 65°C
Key Technology	LPK (Low Profile Key)
Key Life	>10 million operations per key
Number of Keys	104+4 (US English layout) or 105+4 (other layouts)
Smart Card Reader Type	Mechanical swipe reader
Smart Card Protocols	T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10
Smart Card Mating Cycles	Approx. 100,000 operations
Compatible Chip Cards	ISO 7816 compliant smartcards
Transmission Speed (reader to card)	420 kBit/s
Transmission Speed (reader to system)	Max. 12 MBit/s
Chip Card Pulse Frequency	4.8 MHz
Certifications	EMV 2000 Level 1, FIPS-201 (pending), cURus, VDE GS, CE, FCC, VCCI, c-tick
Environmental Compliance	Blue Angel (Blaue Engel) certified
System Requirements	USB connection; Windows, macOS X, Linux
Warranty	2 years
Package Contents	Keyboard, operating instructions

Frequently Asked Questions - JK-A0100EU Cherry

What is the Cherry JK-A0100EU keyboard?

The Cherry JK-A0100EU is a security keyboard with an integrated smart card reader, designed for secure PIN entry and smart card transactions.

What layouts are available for this keyboard?

The keyboard comes in various layouts including German (DE), US English with Euro symbol (EU), French (FR), UK (GB), and others, each in pale grey or black.

Does the keyboard support both PC and Mac?

Yes, it supports Windows, macOS X, and Linux operating systems.

How do I clean the keyboard?

Use a soft, lint-free cloth slightly dampened with water or mild detergent. Avoid liquids directly on the keys. Do not use abrasive cleaners.

What smart card protocols does the reader support?

It supports T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, and S=10 protocols, and is EMV 2000 Level 1 approved.

Is the smart card reader compatible with ISO 7816 cards?

Yes, it reads and writes all ISO 7816 compliant smartcards.

What is the cable length?

The cable is approximately 1.80 meters long.

How many keys does the keyboard have?

It has 104+4 keys for US English layouts and 105+4 keys for other layouts, including 4 additional keys.

What is the warranty period?

Cherry provides a 2-year warranty for this product.

Can the keyboard be repaired or are spare parts available?

Spare parts are not listed, but Cherry offers repair services. Contact Cherry support for assistance.

USER MANUAL JK-A0100EU Cherry

Front and back views of a white keyboard and a black Cherry computer keyboard (no text or symbols visible)

Models may vary from the image shown

Security keyboard with integrated smart card terminal

Lasting reliability. Timeless elegance. Intelligent concept. CHERRY KC 1000 SC combines the benefits of a classic CHERRY office keyboard with the security-related requirements of a security keyboard.

Key benefits

• Smart, wired security keyboard with integrated chip card terminal
• Secure PIN entry
  • PC/SC smartcard reader
• Protocols: T = 0,T = 1,S = 8,S = 9,S = 10
  • EMV 2000 Level 1 approved
• CCID compatible
• Reading/writing ISO 7816 compliant smartcards
• Flat design, low smart card contacting unit
• Satisfies requirements defined by FIPS-201 (approval process ongoing)
  • German version with DIN/GS compliant layout
• Driver support for Windows/MacOS-X/Linux
  • One-handed operation of smart card module
  • German version complies with BGI 650 guidance for ergonomics
• Awarded the "Blaue Engel" environmental seal

Technical Data:

Layout (country or language):

Product dependant, see table "Models"

Housing colour:

Product dependant, see table "Models"

Key colour:

Product dependant, see table "Models"

Weight (product):

approx. 840 g

Total weight (with packaging):

1150 g

Cable Length:

approx. 1.80 m

Storage Temperature:

-20°C to 65°C

Operating Temperature:

0^ C to 50^ C

Current Consumption:

max. 100 mA

Interface:

• USB

Product approvals:

• cURus
• VDE GS
• c-tick
• VCCI
• CE
• FCC

System requirements:

• USB connection
  Delivery Volume:
  • CHERRY KC 1000 SC
• Operating instructions in hard copy

Dimensions (product):

approx. 458 x 188 x 46 mm

Packaging dimensions:

approx. 472 x 232 x 55 mm

Packaging (version):

White box

Keyboard:

• Key technology: LPK
• Service life, standard key: > 10 million key operations
• Number of Keys: Product dependant, see table "Models"
• Number of additional keys: 4

Smart card reader:

• Type: Mechanical
• Hardware interface: USB
  • Agency Approvals: EMV 2000 Level 1
• Chip-card protocols: T=0, T=1, S=8, S=9, S=10
• Contact: mechanical swipe reader
• Software interface: CT-Api, PC/SC
• Mating cycles: approx. 100,000 operations

• Compatible chip card types: Reads and writes on all ISO 7816 cards

• Transmission speed reader <==> card: 420 kBit/s

• Transmission speed reader <==> system: max. 12 MBit/s
  • Chip card pulse frequency: 4.8 MHz

Packaging Unit:

• Number of products in the master package: 6

• Number of master packages per pallet: 16

Warranty:

2 years

Errors, technical changes and delivery possibilities excepted. Technical information refers only to the specifications of the products. Features may differ from the information provided.

Models:

(possible country/layout versions, others available on request)

Product name Order number Layout (country or language)				Housing colour	Key colour Number of Keys
1	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	BE-0 Belgium pale grey pale grey 105+4
2	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	BE-2 Belgium black black 105+4
3	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	CH-0 Switzerland pale grey pale grey 105+4
4	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	CH-2 Switzerland black black 105+4
5	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	DE-0 Germany pale grey pale grey 105+4
6	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	DE-2 Germany black black 105+4
7	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	ES-0 Spain pale grey pale grey 105+4
8	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	ES-2 Spain black black 105+4
9	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	EU-0 US English with EURO symbol	pale grey pale grey 104+4
10	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	EU-2 US English with EURO symbol	black black 104+4
11	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	FR-0 France pale grey pale grey 105+4
12	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	FR-2 France black black 105+4
13	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	GB-0 UK pale grey pale grey 105+4
14	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	GB-2 UK black black 105+4
15	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	IT-0 Italy pale grey pale grey 105+4
16	CHE	RRY KC 1000 SC JK-A0100	IT-2 Italy black black 105+4