3M Accessories
3M Library Security System
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E 3M 1999 September
4.3 3Mt On-Counter Desensitizer Model
2001 (For Use With Recorded Magnetic
Media)
Description/Characteristics
The 3Mt On-counter Desensitizer Model 2001 is
designed to desensitize 3Mt Tattle-Tapet Security
Strips. This includes security strips which have been
surface-applied t o records, audio cassettes, and
prepackaged computer software.
This device is not intended to desensitize security
strips which have been applied directly to computer
software, as the disks may be damaged.
Security strips on protected items must be properly
desensitized so the items can be carried through the
library security system without causing an alarm.
Model 2001
Installation
The 3M Model 2001 is a m oveable, non-electric,
on-counter device which requires no installation.
However, the 3M Model 2001 should be used away
from areas which are readily accessible to customers.
Operating Instructions
To desensitize security strips:
S Draw the marked item across the black plate on
the Model 2001.
S Make sure the security strip is in full contact with
the black plate on the Model 2001.
Only one pass is necessary to fully desensitize a
security strip.
Passing the marked item across the 3M Model 2001
first in one direction and then in the other (scrubbing
motion) may partially resensitize t he strip and cause
unwanted alarms.
To avoid damage to credit cards or computer
software, do not permit credit cards or
computer software to make direct contact with
the 3M Model 2001.