MAXIM MAX660

19-5124; Rev 1; 2/10
High-Frequency Developers Kit for
ISO 14443B and ISO 15693 RFID Keys
The MAX66901 evaluation kit (EV kit) includes RFID
keys and reader hardware for evaluation of Maxim’s line
of 13.56MHz RFID keys. The RFID keys can be used
in access control, security, and eCash applications.
Besides standard transactions using both ISO 14443B
and ISO 15693 protocols, the EV kit demonstrates the
speed, reliability, and security of SHA-1-based mutual
authentication. The fully documented serial-port command set allows converting this kit into a full-access
control or eCash system.
Ordering Information
PART
TYPE
MAX66901-K00#
Features
S Complete System to Evaluate Maxim’s Line of
RFID Keys
S Uses Sirit INfinity 110 13.56MHz RFID Reader
Module
S Fully Documented Serial-Port Command Set
S Supports ISO 14443B and ISO 15693 Protocols
S Allows Full Evaluation of SHA-1 Mutual
Authentication
S Accepts Firmware Updates to Support Future
RFID Keys
S Configurable Baud Rate: 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 57.6, and
115.2kbps
EV Kit
#Denotes a RoHS-compliant device that may include lead(Pb)
that is exempt under the RoHS requirements.
S Single 6V to 9V DC Power-Supply Operation
EV Kit Contents List
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1
Sirit INfinity 110 13.56MHz reader module
1
100V to 240V, 50Hz to 60Hz power supply, connected to reader module
1
DB9 RS-232 serial-port cable, connected to reader module
1
Set of four interchangeable, quick-release international power plugs (United Kingdom, Europe, North America, and
Australia)
1
MAX66901 EV kit CD with Sirit INfinity 110 documentation and software
2
RFID key, ISO 14443B, 64b UID
Maxim MAX66000K-000AA+
2
RFID key, ISO 14443B, 64b UID, 1Kb memory
Maxim MAX66020K-000AA+
2
RFID key, ISO 14443B, 64b UID, 1Kb memory, SHA-1
Maxim MAX66040K-000AA+
2
RFID key, ISO 15693, 64b UID
Maxim MAX66100K-000AA+
2
RFID key, ISO 15693, 64b UID, 1Kb memory
Maxim MAX66120K-000AA+
2
RFID key, ISO 15693, 64b UID, 1Kb memory, SHA-1
Maxim MAX66140K-000AA+
+Denotes a lead(Pb)-free/RoHS-compliant package.
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Evaluates: MAX660_0/MAX661_0 RFID Keys
General Description
Evaluates: MAX660_0/MAX661_0 RFID Keys
High-Frequency Developers Kit for
ISO 14443B and ISO 15693 RFID Keys
Getting Started
Note: In the following sections, software-related items
are identified by bolding. Text in bold refers to items
directly from the EV kit software. Text in bold and
underlined refers to items from the Windows® operating system.
The MAX66901 EV kit comes with a 35cm x 26cm x
12.5cm carrying case. Figure 1 shows the complete
contents.
Software Setup
connect the serial-port cable to the PC. Make sure that
the serial port is enabled.
EV Kit Operation
Connect the serial-port cable to the serial port (e.g.,
COM1) on your computer. Plug the AC adapter into a
functioning wall outlet. Start the evaluation software:
Start → Programs → Sirit Maxim SHA-1 Demo → Sirit
Maxim SHA-1 Demo. This displays a greeting as in
Figure 2, which after a few seconds is replaced by the
evaluation software’s GUI.
Insert the MAX66901 EV kit CD in the disk drive, open
the folder MAX66xx0K_Evaluation_Software, and double-click the setup.exe file. Follow the instructions on
the screen. When finished, press OK to exit the installation. By default, the software installs itself in the
folder C:\Program Files\Smart Label Communicators.
The installer does not create a shortcut on the desktop.
The software must be installed from the CD.
If communication with the reader is established, the
reader type, firmware revision, port number, and data
rate are displayed at the top of the window (Figure 3). If
communication with the reader was not established (or
was lost) for any reason, the text “Searching for a reader”
appears instead. In the latter case, verify the setup of the
COM port and the connections to the serial port and wall
outlet, and power-cycle the reader.
Hardware Setup
Now refer to the MAX66xx0K_Evaluation_Guide in the
Documentation folder on the CD and the sections that
apply to the RFID keys to be evaluated. To communicate
with an RFID key, the key must be placed on the location
marked “Place Key Fob Here.”
Remove the assembly of reader, power supply, and
serial-port cable from the case. Take the power-supply
unit, remove the black insert from the wall adapter, and
install the power plug that works in your location. Do not
yet plug the AC adapter into a power outlet. Do not yet
Figure 1. MAX66901 EV Kit Contents
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High-Frequency Developers Kit for
ISO 14443B and ISO 15693 RFID Keys
Figure 2. Evaluation Software Greeting
Before new firmware can be installed in the reader, it is
necessary to install the Lotis Downloader on the PC. To
install the downloader, navigate to the Lotis_Downloader
folder in the Firmware_Utilities folder. Then doubleclick the setup.exe file and follow the instructions on
the screen. For more guidance, refer to Section 3:
Smart Label Communicator Software Installation in the
INfinity_110_Eval_Kit_Users_Guide. After the downloader is successfully installed, follow the Downloading
Firmware instructions in Section 6: Configuration and
Maintenance in the INfinity_110_Eval_Kit_Users_
Guide.
Figure 3. Reader Responds to the Evaluation Software
Development Resources
The primary document for development purposes is the
INfinity_110_Prot_Ref_Gd_MAX66xx0K. This document
references a supplemental document, the INfinity_110_
Prot_Ref_Gd. Both documents are found in the
Documentation folder on the CD.
Sirit INfinity Reader Configuration
The Sirit INfinity 110 reader operates on firmware that executes the commands described in the INfinity_110_Prot_
Ref_Gd_MAX66xx0K. The MAX66xx0K_Evaluation_
Guide and INfinity_110_Prot_Ref_Gd_MAX66xx0K
specify the firmware revision they require. To work with
evaluation software that was created after the EV kit was
purchased, it could be necessary to upgrade the firmware in the reader.
Troubleshooting
For information on how to resolve typical problems, refer
to Section 7: Troubleshooting in the INfinity_110_Eval_
Kit_Users_Guide. For more information on Sirit INfinity
110, go to www.sirit.com.
Additional Documentation
For more information, refer to the following IC data sheets:
• MAX66000
• MAX66020
• MAX66040
• MAX66100
• MAX66120
• MAX66140
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Evaluates: MAX660_0/MAX661_0 RFID Keys
A copy of the latest firmware from the time when the EV
kit was assembled is found on the CD in folder Firmware_
Utilities. Look for a file name similar to lotis‑D523.fmw.
The code “D523” in this example identifies the firmware
revision. Newer firmware has a higher number and a
newer date stamp.
High-Frequency Developers Kit for
ISO 14443B and ISO 15693 RFID Keys
Evaluates: MAX660_0/MAX661_0 RFID Keys
Revision History
REVISION
NUMBER
REVISION
DATE
0
1/10
Initial release.
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1
2/10
Changed the part number in the Ordering Information table from MAX66901EVKIT#
to MAX66901-K00#.
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DESCRIPTION
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