Arcade Debit Game Card Reader

So fast it leaves your competitors in the dust.

The original inventors of the award-winning Color-Glo technology, we continue to lead the industry today with our all-new Embed game card readers that are unlike anything else in the market. Industry benchmark features are standard: Playwave® Contactless, touchscreen, dual speaker audio, dual ticket operation, and so much more.

+ SUPERCHARGED

at 512 MB DDR3 RAM

+ SUPER SIGNAL

at 23 dBm

+ SUPERSIZED

with 4 GB storage

+ FASTER PROCESSING POWER

at 528 MHz

+ BUILT TO TRANSMIT DATA

at 2.4 and 5 GHz

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Fast Setup & Smart Control

Get your arcade up and running in minutes, not hours.

  • One-tap configuration with Playwave® Staff Card
  • Midway Mode for multi-station game control
  • Installers Mode for full testing (tickets, payouts, gameplay)
  • Easy install with minimal cabinet impact
Built for operators. Trusted by technicians.

 
 

 

 

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Guest-First Game Experience

Designed to keep guests playing longer and spending more.

  • Mobile Wallet-ready — Tap and play with a phone

  • Check balance anywhere — Every reader doubles as a balance station

  • Time Play & Mercy Tickets for nonstop fun

  • 3-Tier Ticket celebration effects

  • Color-Glo Technology — Match cabinet colours or differentiate game types

More excitement. More engagement. More replays.

 
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Hassle-Free Operations

Say goodbye to coins, jams, dust, and downtime.

  • No more coins or token jam
  • No manual collections or reconciliations
  • Supports paper tickets, e-tickets, or dual mode
  • Lower maintenance and faster servicing
A smarter arcade debit card reader built for modern venues.

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Higher Profits & Lower Costs

Cut operational costs while growing game revenue.

  • Reduced maintenance and ticket handling cost
  • Higher ticket retention with card-based e-tickets
  • Accept e-tickets, points, or credits to play
  • Ideal for unattended and compact game room
More efficiency. Lower COGS. Stronger margins.

 

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FAQs

Learn more about Embed’s smartTOUCH arcade debit card readers and how they support seamless cashless gameplay, real-time game control, and integrated FEC operations.

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What payment and play methods does the smartTOUCH arcade card reader support?

The smartTOUCH reader supports multiple cashless play methods including game cards, RFID wearables, and Mobile Wallet — allowing guests to tap and play directly from their phones. Every reader also doubles as a balance check station, so guests can check their card balance at any machine across the venue.

How easy is it to install and configure the smartTOUCH card reader?

Card reader setup only takes minutes! The smartTOUCH readers feature one-tap configuration using the Playwave® Staff Card, an Installers Mode for full pre-launch testing (tickets, payouts, gameplay), and Midway Mode for controlling multiple game stations from one point. Minimal cabinet impact is required during installation.

How does the smartTOUCH reader help reduce arcade operating costs?

The smartTOUCH reader eliminates coins and tokens entirely — removing coin jams, manual cash collections, and reconciliation overhead. It supports paper tickets, e-tickets, or dual mode, and its card-based system reduces ticket handling costs while improving ticket retention rates. The result is lower COGS and stronger margins for operators.

What is Color-Glo Technology and how can it benefit my venue?

Color-Glo is Embed's award-winning LED lighting technology built into the smartTOUCH reader. Operators can configure the reader's color display to match individual cabinet aesthetics or use distinct colors to differentiate game types and zones across the venue — improving visual engagement and the overall guest experience on the floor.

What are the technical specifications of the smartTOUCH arcade card reader?

smartTOUCH readers are built for high-performance, always-on environments. Key specs include 512 MB DDR3 RAM, 4 GB onboard storage, a 528 MHz processor, dual-band Wi-Fi at 2.4 and 5 GHz, and a 23 dBm transmission signal — delivering fast data processing and reliable connectivity even in dense arcade environments.