The power of MCA technology in a compact terminal that can be used for both time clock registration and access control. The terminal can activate three separate devices, for example, an electromagnetic lock, gates, motorized gates, cameras and many others. The TCP/IP network consults databases quickly and reliably. The large storage capacity allows the equipments to operate off-line consulting and storing data. "Big number" display, as well as a sound device, provide a user interface as complete as possible.The targets for proximity cards (RFID or MIFARE), as well as in the model with slot barcode, are easily recognized by the user, reducing transaction time. Fingerprint biometrics offers an excellent option, with performance, ergonomics and safety for access control and attendance projects. It can be integrated into a 1:N or 1:1 application with the available card technology.