INTEGRATED CIRCUITS DATA SHEET SLRM900 I-CODE Long range reader module hardware Product specification Supersedes data of 1999 Oct 01 2002 May 24 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware SLRM900 CONTENTS 1 FEATURES 2 APPLICATIONS 3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION 4 ORDERING INFORMATION 5 BLOCK DIAGRAM 6 PINNING 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 Antenna connector Serial interface connector Power supply connector Switches PCB connector 7 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 7.1 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 7.1.4 7.1.5 7.2 7.3 7.3.1 7.3.1.1 7.3.1.2 7.3.1.3 7.3.1.4 7.3.1.5 7.3.1.6 7.3.2 7.3.2.1 7.3.2.2 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.6.1 7.6.2 System overview I-CODE labels Host I/O ports Antenna Power supply Reader software Reader hardware RF board Voltage regulation Clock generator Modulator and transmitter amplifier Modulation index and RF power regulation Receiver, filter, demodulator, and ADC Opto-couplers Microcontroller board Microcontroller RS232 interface Printed circuit boards EMC and EMI Safety and reliability considerations Antenna rupture and antenna short-circuit Supply voltage 2002 May 24 2 8 LIMITING VALUES 9 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11 APPLICATION INFORMATION 11.1 11.2 Jumper settings Hints for system integration 12 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS 13 DATA SHEET STATUS 14 DEFINITIONS 15 DISCLAIMERS Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 1 SLRM900 FEATURES • 24 V DC power supply • 13.56 MHz carrier frequency • RS232 serial interface, 115.2 or 57.6 kbaud data rate • Regulated RF output power, software adjustable from 2 up to 10 W at 50 Ω Optional input and output ports, and an RS232 interface offer the possibility to connect the unit to a microcontroller or PC. • Software adjustable modulation index from 10% to 20% • Firmware upgradable via RS232 interface • Programmable input and output ports (optional) The SLRM900 is designed to access all types of labels and transponders that are based on the I-CODE1 label IC. Read and write functionality is included, as well as sophisticated ways to use the anticollision capability of I-CODE. • Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) stand-alone mode (EAS output signal optional) • Anticollision capability • Support of both standard and fast mode • BundesAmt fuer Post und Telekommunikation (BAPT) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approval High emphasis is put on long range functionality, which makes the SLRM900 suitable for gate antennas and tunnel reader applications. In order to provide the appropriate output power level for various types of connected antennas, the output power may be adjusted, using simple software configuration commands. • CE compliant. 2 APPLICATIONS Many reference installations with high demands on anticollision, reading range, and data reliability in noisy environments, have proven the capability of both the reader module and the I-CODE1 label IC. • Long range reading appliances in I-CODE(1) systems. 3 GENERAL DESCRIPTION This document describes the reader hardware, interface, and connection of the antenna. Generally, the SLRM900 can communicate with smart labels based on Philips I-CODE1 label IC SL1ICS3001. It consists of a 2-way communication transmitter and receiver, for generating, transmitting, receiving, and processing identification signals. (1) I-CODE - is a trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. 4 ORDERING INFORMATION PART NUMBER SLRM900/AFB 2002 May 24 NAME I-CODE Long range reader module 3 ORDERING CODE (12NC) 9352 623 27122 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 5 SLRM900 BLOCK DIAGRAM handbook, full pagewidth RF BOARD power supply + 24 V DC VOLTAGE REGULATION MODULATOR TRANSMITTER AMPLIFIER 13.56 MHz CLOCK GENERATOR (AND DIVIDER) MODULATION INDEX ADJUSTMENT RF POWER REGULATION antenna RECEIVER, FILTER AND DEMODULATOR OPTO COUPLERS SW1 MICROCONTROLLER BOARD SW2 MICROCONTROLLER UNIT ADC I/O (optional) serial interface FLASH EPROM RS232 DRIVER RAM MGW307 Fig.1 Block diagram. 2002 May 24 4 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 6 SLRM900 PINNING 6.3 Power supply connector See Fig.4 for front view of connector The locations of the connectors and switches are shown in Fig.9. SYMBOL 6.1 Antenna connector ST3 in Fig.8. SYMBOL DESCRIPTION +24VDC power supply voltage; DC-jack (∅ 2.1 mm) GND power supply ground DESCRIPTION ANT antenna input and output; BNC female GND antenna ground GND handbook, halfpage GND handbook, halfpage + 24VDC MGW309 ANT Fig.4 Power supply connector. MGW308 Fig.2 Antenna connector. 6.4 Switches See Fig.5 for front view of switches. 6.2 Serial interface connector ST2 in Fig.8; see Fig.3 for front view of connector. SYMBOL PIN 1 internally connected for DCE TxD 2 output RxD 3 input I/O 4 internally connected for DCE GND 5 ground I/O 6 internally connected for DCE I/O 7 internally connected for DCE I/O 8 internally connected for DCE RFU 9 ready for use 5 Resets the SLRM900. By resetting the SLRM900, all programmable parameters will be preset to their default values described in data sheet: "SLRM900 I-CODE Long Range Reader Module, protocol Reader-Host", except for stored RF output power and modulation index. The SLRM900 will restart with the mode selected by jumper JP3 (see Table 3). NMI Non Maskable Interrupt. To change from the default start-up mode to the alternative mode (see setting of jumper JP3 in Table 3). For switching back to default start-up mode, press switch RST (SW1). handbook, halfpage 1 9 DESCRIPTION RST DESCRIPTION I/O handbook, halfpage SYMBOL SW1 (RST) SW2 (NMI) 6 MGW310 MGW311 Fig.3 RS232 connector D-sub. 2002 May 24 Fig.5 Switches SW1 and SW2. 5 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 6.5 SLRM900 PCB connector ST3 in Fig.8. SYMBOL PIN DESCRIPTION RFU A1 to A31 GND A32 RFU B1 to B32 ready for use RFU C1 to C3 ready for use IN5 C4 IN4 C5 IN3 C6 IN2 C7 IN1 C8 IN0 C9 RFU C10 to C13 OUT3 C14 OUT2 C15 OUT1 C16 OUT0 C17 RFU EAS OUT C18 to C24 C25 RFU C26 to C31 OUT C32 ready for use ground programmable input ports IN5 to IN0; notes 1 and 2 ready for use programmable output ports OUT3 to OUT0; notes 1 and 2 ready for use programmable EAS alarm output ready for use ground Notes 1. For the electrical characteristics of all input and output ports, please refer to the specification "SAB-C167CR-LM". 2. For programming of the input and output ports, please refer to data sheet "SLRM900 I-CODE Long Range Reader Module protocol, Reader-Host". 2002 May 24 6 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 7 SLRM900 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION handbook, full pagewidth I/O (optional) POWER SUPPLY I - CODE label 1 HOST SYSTEM SLRM900 antenna I - CODE label n MGW306 Fig.6 System overview. 7.1 System overview 7.1.3 The SLRM900 is part of a complete Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) system (see Fig.6). There are 6 input ports, 4 output ports, and one EAS signal output port available on the microcontroller board (see Section 6.5). These ports are software programmable. The input and output ports are not lead out of the metal housing and therefore not ESD protected. The SLRM900 can communicate with I-CODE smart labels. The device consists of a two-way communication transmitter and receiver, for generating, transmitting, receiving, and processing identification signals. 7.1.4 In the transmit mode, the microcontroller board generates data whereas the RF board uses this signal to modulate a carrier. This modulated carrier will be amplified, and transmitted by the antenna to the label. This label will subsequently generate its response, which will be picked-up by the SLRM900 in the receive mode, and processed by the digital hardware. 7.1.5 The reader module contains filtering circuitries for the power supply. However, some requirements are to be fulfilled by the power supply. The maximum ripple of the supply voltage must not exceed the maximum values specified in Table 2. I-CODE labels HOST The connection to the host (e.g. microcontroller or PC) is a serial interface on RS232 level for data transmission. For the protocol please refer to data sheet "SLRM900 I-CODE Long Range Reader Module, protocol Reader-Host". 2002 May 24 POWER SUPPLY To work with the SLRM900, an external linear regulated power supply has to be used. Using the supplied power supply cable is recommended, in order to comply with the EMC and EMI limits (see Section 7.5). The SLRM900 is designed for communication with smart labels based on Philips I-CODE1 label IC SL1ICS3001. 7.1.2 ANTENNA A 50 Ω antenna has to be connected to the antenna connector. This antenna has to be designed according to application note "I-CODE design of Read/Write antennas". By using the RS232 serial interface (or the optional input and output ports) the output parameters of the module can be set. 7.1.1 I/O PORTS 7 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware Table 1 +24 V DC current 2A DC power supply ripple voltage RIPPLE FREQUENCY MAXIMUM RIPPLE VOLTAGE 50 Hz ≤ f < 10 MHz 100 mV (p-p) 10 MHz ≤ f < 20 MHz 50 mV (p-p) f ≥ 20 MHz 100 mV (p-p) 7.3.1.5 Reader software 7.3.1.6 Reader hardware 7.3.2 7.3.2.1 • RF board (see Fig.7) RF BOARD Voltage regulation All necessary internal voltages for the module are derived internally from the 24 V DC power supply voltage. 7.3.1.2 Clock generator 7.3.2.2 RS232 interface The device communicates with the host (processor or PC) via a serial interface, using a jumper-selectable baud rate of either 57.6 kbaud in standard mode, or 115.2 kbaud in fast mode (see setting for JP4 in Table 3). Modulator and transmitter amplifier To transmit data to the I-CODE labels, the carrier has to be modulated by the modulator with a digital signal from the microcontroller according to data sheet "SL1ICS3001 I-CODE Label IC, protocol air interface". The transmitter amplifier amplifies the modulated carrier signal. 2002 May 24 Microcontroller Another important microcontroller task is its control function. Software control offers the possibility to change both the RF-output power and the modulation index. This part generates the 13.56 MHz clock frequency for the transmitter amplifier. A divided clock signal is connected to the microcontroller for synchronization purposes. 7.3.1.3 MICROCONTROLLER BOARD The microcontroller processes the protocol for the communication between the I-CODE labels and the SLRM900. The serial interface signals are converted in such a way, that the labels are able to process them, and the outgoing signals from the labels are converted into serial interface-compatible signals. • Microcontroller board (see Fig.8). 7.3.1.1 Opto-couplers All internal analog and digital signals between the RF board and microcontroller board are galvanically separated by opto-couplers. The internal electronics of the SLRM900 can be divided in two major units: 7.3.1 Receiver, filter, demodulator, and ADC An amplitude modulated signal is received from the I-CODE1 label IC. After filtering, demodulation, and amplification, the analog data signal is converted by the 12-bit ADC for further digital processing. The available software for the SLRM900 is contained in document "SLRM900 I-CODE Long Range Reader Module, protocol Reader-Host". 7.3 Modulation index and RF power regulation The RF power regulator keeps the antenna output voltage to a level determined by software settings. Also, by using software settings, the modulation index can be set, according to data sheet "SL1ICS3001 I-CODE Label IC". The required modulation index has to be re-adjusted after any change of the RF output power and at large temperature variations. VALUE DC supply voltage 7.2 7.3.1.4 DC power supply output voltage OUTPUT PARAMETER Table 2 SLRM900 8 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 7.4 SLRM900 Printed circuit boards 4.90 handbook, full pagewidth 78.60 88.88 100.00 antenna connector 11.40 5.56 3.00 3.58 152.84 160.00 MGW313 all dimensions are in mm Fig.7 Analog RF board I-CODEHFE3. 3.00 JP5 JP6 JP2 JP1 JP3 JP4 ST2 ST3 1 handbook, full pagewidth SW1 88.88 100.00 32 C B A SW2 5.56 3.58 152.84 160.00 all dimensions are in mm Fig.8 Digital microcontroller board I-CODEµPE1. 2002 May 24 9 MGW314 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware 7.5 SLRM900 7.6 EMC and EMI The SLRM900 has implemented measures for high reliability. The SLRM900 is designed in such a way that it is possible to build systems with it, which are in conformance with EMC and EMI standards. 7.6.1 Electromagnetic emissions comply with the guidelines in BAPT 222 ZV 122 and EN 300 330. Electromagnetic immunity complies with the guidelines in ETS 300 683. ANTENNA RUPTURE AND ANTENNA SHORT-CIRCUIT The SLRM900 does not immediately get damaged in case of either an antenna short-circuit, or an antenna rupture with short duration. However, permanent antenna short-circuit, or antenna rupture, will definitely damage the SLRM900. The supply current of the SLRM900 will be limited at typical 1.6 A. The conformance to EMC and EMI standards can only be granted for systems, not for components. The following measurements have been passed: • EMI: EN 300 330, BAPT 222 ZV 122, FCC 47 part 15 7.6.2 • Immunity: ETS 300 683. SUPPLY VOLTAGE The SLRM900 is protected against short supply voltage peaks and incorrect polarity for a short time, but permanent incorrect supply will definitely damage the device. The following configuration is in compliance with the telecommunication standards: • SLRM900: output power 4 W at 50 Ω; modulation index m = 15%; standard mode • Linear power supply (according to the recommendations in Table 1), connected via the supplied power supply cable • Antenna from the I-CODE evaluation kit: – size: 38 cm × 28 cm – number of turns: N = 1 – quality factor: Q = 30 – impedance: Z = 50 Ω – ϕ = 0° – according to application note "I-CODE, Design of Read/Write antennas". 2002 May 24 Safety and reliability considerations 10 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware SLRM900 8 LIMITING VALUES In accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 60134). SYMBOL PARAMETER MIN. MAX. UNIT Vdd supply voltage −0.6 +27 V Tamb ambient temperature 0 70 °C Tcase operating in-case temperature 0 85 °C Tstg storage temperature −25 +85 °C 9 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tamb = 0 to 70 °C; antenna load is 50 Ω; unless otherwise specified. SYMBOL PARAMETER Vdd DC supply voltage Idd DC supply current Pout RF output power m adjustable modulation index CONDITIONS MIN. TYP.(1) MAX. UNIT 23 24 25 V Po = 4 W; note 2 − 0.975 1.100 A Po = 8 W; note 2 − 1.215 1.350 A minimum − 2 4(4) W maximum 8 10 − W 10 15(4) 20 % calculated: note 3 note 5 Notes 1. Typical ratings are not guaranteed. These values listed are at Tamb = 25 °C. 2. Values listed above are continuous currents; peak values can be up to 650 mA higher, by switching, or modulating the RF carrier. 3. Calculated from the measured RF output voltage across a 50 Ω load; RF output voltage measured with Tektronix TDS520B oscilloscope. 4. Default value, adjusted at delivery. V max – V min 5. Definition: m = ----------------------------- where Vmax is RF level without modulation and Vmin is RF level during modulation. V max + V min Modulation method is Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK). 2002 May 24 11 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware SLRM900 10 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS antenna connector 105 handbook, full pagewidth ST2 SW1 SW2 INTERFACE RST NMI power supply connector 24V DC + 84 ANTENNA 11 FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW 164 antenna connector MGW312 SIDE VIEW all dimensions are in mm Fig.9 Views and dimensions. 2002 May 24 12 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware SLRM900 11 APPLICATION INFORMATION 11.1 Jumper settings Table 3 Jumper settings on microcontroller board I-CODEµPE1 (see Fig.8) NAME FUNCTION JP2 SETTING bootstrap loader mode JP3 start-up mode JP4 baud rate DESCRIPTION not set bootstrap loader mode disabled (default) set for firmware update via RS232 not set PC mode (default); the reader starts up expecting commands from the host set stand-alone EAS mode; the reader is transmitting EAS commands continuously after start-up; if a label with EAS bits set is detected, the EAS Out port will change to HIGH level not set serial communication interface baud rate at 57.6 kbaud (default) set serial communication interface baud rate at 115.2 kbaud The settings of JP1, JP5 and JP6 must not be changed. 11.2 • Interference received by the antenna because of an external noise source; the remedy is the removal of the antenna from the interfering area and execute the command CRM_config(CFG_INIT,0). See data sheet "SLRM900; I-CODE Long Range Reader Module, protocol Reader-Host" Hints for system integration The following list should be checked if any problem (e.g. reduced read and write distances) occurs: • Power supply cable is not correctly plugged into the power supply • Power supply is out of specification (see Table1) • Antenna is mounted in metal environment; the remedy is to place a non-metal space keeper between the antenna and the metal • Serial interface not properly connected • Serial interface cable, power supply cable or antenna cable are too close to the antenna • Antenna is not designed according to application note "I-CODE, Design of Read/Write antennas". 12 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS Table 4 Survey of reference documents CATEGORY NUMBER OR TITLE Application note "I-CODE, Design of Read/Write antennas" Specification "SAB-C167CR-LM" Data sheet "SLRM900; I-CODE Long Range Reader Module, protocol Reader-Host" Data sheet "SL1ICS3001; I-CODE1 Label IC" Data sheet "SL1ICS3001; I-CODE1 Label IC, protocol air interface" 2002 May 24 13 Philips Semiconductors Product specification I-CODE Long range reader module hardware SLRM900 13 DATA SHEET STATUS DATA SHEET STATUS(1) PRODUCT STATUS(2) DEFINITIONS Objective data Development This data sheet contains data from the objective specification for product development. Philips Semiconductors reserves the right to change the specification in any manner without notice. Preliminary data Qualification This data sheet contains data from the preliminary specification. Supplementary data will be published at a later date. Philips Semiconductors reserves the right to change the specification without notice, in order to improve the design and supply the best possible product. Product data Production This data sheet contains data from the product specification. Philips Semiconductors reserves the right to make changes at any time in order to improve the design, manufacturing and supply. Changes will be communicated according to the Customer Product/Process Change Notification (CPCN) procedure SNW-SQ-650A. Notes 1. Please consult the most recently issued data sheet before initiating or completing a design. 2. The product status of the device(s) described in this data sheet may have changed since this data sheet was published. The latest information is available on the Internet at URL http://www.semiconductors.philips.com. 14 DEFINITIONS 15 DISCLAIMERS Short-form specification The data in a short-form specification is extracted from a full data sheet with the same type number and title. For detailed information see the relevant data sheet or data handbook. Life support applications These products are not designed for use in life support appliances, devices, or systems where malfunction of these products can reasonably be expected to result in personal injury. Philips Semiconductors customers using or selling these products for use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify Philips Semiconductors for any damages resulting from such application. Limiting values definition Limiting values given are in accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 60134). Stress above one or more of the limiting values may cause permanent damage to the device. These are stress ratings only and operation of the device at these or at any other conditions above those given in the Characteristics sections of the specification is not implied. Exposure to limiting values for extended periods may affect device reliability. Right to make changes Philips Semiconductors reserves the right to make changes, without notice, in the products, including circuits, standard cells, and/or software, described or contained herein in order to improve design and/or performance. Philips Semiconductors assumes no responsibility or liability for the use of any of these products, conveys no licence or title under any patent, copyright, or mask work right to these products, and makes no representations or warranties that these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right infringement, unless otherwise specified. Application information Applications that are described herein for any of these products are for illustrative purposes only. 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