• Exhaustively . One needs to confirm that the document is genuine and has not been modified , particularly when it comes to the main portrait |
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Innovative new security features can effectively combat counterfeiting |
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The need to authenticate a document in a fast and effective manner is paramount . The easiest and most predominant way to do this is still with the naked eye . However , since a physical document ’ s attack will be most likely be to the cardholder ’ s image , including other physical security elements that can be easily verified will make it easier for border agents to authenticate someone ’ s identity . |
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Our latest window-based security feature , Mirage , can be easily added to a card to enhance its visual security . Mirage combines five features in one : |
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1 . Negative laser engraving 2 . Inlay window protection 3 . Bi-colour metallic effect 4 . Customisable design 5 . Window seal |
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In a single strong element , Mirage can effectively : |
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intelligent PHYSICAL SECURITY |
• Protect the cardholder ’ s identity from counterfeiters . The combination of Mirage with an inlay including a window protects documents against the most common types of attacks : backside grinding , re-laminating , punching and refilling and so on . Moreover , the very specific visual effects present in Mirage would be almost impossible to reproduce
• Protect the cardholder ’ s personalised data . Mirage is laser engraved with the cardholder ’ s secondary portrait with a special ink that generates a bi-colour metallic effect and , depending on the angle , a watermark feature . Its unique appearance / disappearance creates a truly unique image that is very difficult to replicate
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Vincent Gourmelen , ID Card Solutions Product Manager , Citizen Identity Solutions
• Provide a very fast , simple and effective way to visually authenticate the document . A border agent or government representative need only hold the card ( front and / or back ) against a light to determine if the image has been altered in any way – all in less than three seconds
HID Global is continually innovating to create new , high-security features that safeguard a citizen ’ s identity . u
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Border control officers have between seven and 12 seconds to raise doubts on the document ’ s authenticity . |