Smart Approach MQN18-NFC NFC Antenna Module User Manual

Smart Approach Co., Ltd. NFC Antenna Module

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MQN18 NFC Antenna Module Datasheet Version 1.2 Smart Approach Co., Ltd. 4F,No.669,Sec.4.Chung Hsing Rd., Chutung, Hsinchu 310, Taiwan, R.O.C. +886-3-5830303 www.smart-approach.com.tw
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MQN18 Datasheet - 3 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  This device may not cause harmful interference.  This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Information for the OEMs and Integrators The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user manual of the end product. The user manual which is provided by OEM integrators for end users must include the following information in a prominent location. To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. If the end product integrating this module is going to be operated in 13.56MHz frequency range, the warning statement in the user manual of the end product should include the restriction of operating this device in indoor could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
MQN18 Datasheet - 4 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 End Product Labeling Label for the final end product must include:  Contains FCC ID: 2AAYI-MQN18-NFC  A RF transmitter inside, FCC ID: 2AAYI-MQN18-NFC Revision History This section describes the changes that were implemented in this document. The changes are listed by revision, starting with the most current publication. Revision 1.0 Revision 1.0 of this datasheet was published in December 2014. This was the first publication of the document. Revision 1.1: Modified page header. Revision 1.2: Added power consumption description. Revision 1.3: Updated NFC module outline.
MQN18 Datasheet - 5 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 Contents REVISION HISTORY ............................................................................................................................. - 4 - CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................... - 5 - FIGURE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ - 6 - TABLE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................. - 6 - 1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... - 7 - 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ - 8 - 2.1 FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. - 8 - 2.2 APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................... - 8 - 3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................................................. - 9 - 4 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................. - 10 - 4.1 PIN DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................. - 10 - 4.2 I2C ADDRESS ........................................................................................................................ - 11 - 4.3 TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM RATINGS ......................................................................................... - 11 - 4.4 DC ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS .............................................................................................. - 12 - 4.5 ANTENNA SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... - 12 - 4.6 POWER CONSUMPTION ......................................................................................................... - 13 - 4.7 THERMAL PROTECTION ......................................................................................................... - 13 - 4.8 SYSTEM POWER MODES ........................................................................................................ - 13 - 4.9 RESET AND DOWNLOAD CONCEPT .......................................................................................... - 14 - 4.10 NFC CONNECTION RECOMMENDATION .................................................................................. - 15 - 4.11 MAIN BOARD DESIGN REFERENCE ........................................................................................ - 15 - 5 ORDERING INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... - 16 - 6 RELIABILITY VERIFICATION .................................................................................................... - 17 - 7 NFC MODULE OUTLINE ........................................................................................................... - 18 -
MQN18 Datasheet - 6 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 Figure Contents Figure 1 Typical Application ................................................................................................. - 8 - Figure 2 Module Block Diagram .......................................................................................... - 9 - Figure 3 Reset via VEN pin ................................................................................................. - 14 - Figure 4 Connection Recommendation ............................................................................. - 15 - Figure 5 Main Board Design W/O UICC Reference ........................................................... - 15 - Figure 6 Module FPC Connection Foot Print ..................................................................... - 18 - Figure 7 FPC Wire Dimension ........................................................................................... - 18 - Figure 8 MQN18 NFC Module Drawing ............................................................................. - 19 - Table Contents Table 1 Module Pin Description ......................................................................................... - 10 - Table 2 I2C Address ........................................................................................................... - 11 - Table 3 Temperature Maximum Ratings ............................................................................ - 11 - Table 4 DC Electrical Specification .................................................................................... - 12 - Table 5 Antenna Specifications .......................................................................................... - 12 - Table 6 Current Consumption ............................................................................................ - 13 - Table 7 Thermal Protection ................................................................................................ - 13 - Table 8 System Power Modes Description ........................................................................ - 13 - Table 9 Power Mode Configuration .................................................................................... - 14 - Table 10 Reset Timing ....................................................................................................... - 14 - Table 11 Ordering Information Table .................................................................................. - 16 - Table 12 Reliability Item Table ........................................................................................... - 17 -
MQN18 Datasheet - 7 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 1 Introduction This document consists of descriptions and specifications for both functional and physical aspects of the MQN18 NFC reader / writer module. In addition to the datasheet, Smart Approach maintains and extensive device-specific library of support and collateral materials that you may find useful in your application. Depending upon the Smart Approach device, this library may include:  Presentations highlighting the operational features and specifications of the device to assist in developing your own product road map.  Application notes that provide detailed descriptions of the use of the particular Smart Approach product to solve real-world problems.
MQN18 Datasheet - 8 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 2 Product Overview MQN18 is full featured NFC controllers designed for integration in portable equipment. It is optimized for low power consumption with fully host controllable power states and for small footprint for portable equipment applications. The module’s compact, flexible design with and exposed pad is optimal for size-sensitive applications, assures robust performance. The following illustration shows a high-level, generic view of a MQN18 application. Figure 1 Typical Application 2.1 Features This section Tables key aspects of the MQN18 module functionality and design that distinguish it from similar products:  NXP NPC100 NFC Controller  Compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 A/B  Compliant with ISO/IEC 15693/18092  Antenna pairing could be customized  I2C interface 2.2 Application Suggested applications for the MQN18 module include:  NFC writer  NFC reader  NFC peer to peer controller  NFC payment  NFC identification
MQN18 Datasheet - 9 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 3 Functional Descriptions This section provides detailed information about how MQN18 module works, what configurations and operational features are available. The following illustration shows the primary functional blocks of MQN18 module. Figure 2 Module Block Diagram Loop Antenna is Smart Approach customize solution. Antenna matching is also a customize solution. NFC controller includes NXP NPC100 chipset, and has an I2C control interface through the connector to mother board.
MQN18 Datasheet - 10 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 4 Electrical Specifications This section provides the DC characteristics, AC characteristics, recommended operating conditions. It includes information on the various timing functions of the module. 4.1 Pin Description The following Table shows the pin description for MQN18 module. The connection ground is internally connected and should be connected to GND on the main board as well. Table 1 Module Pin Description PIN No. Name Description Power Reference P/I/O 1 VBAT +3.3V power supply input 3.3V P 2 MOD_GND Module Ground GND P 3 SWP SWP data line to UICC/SIM, Input / Output PMUVCC I/O 4 RFU Unused pin could be floating - - 5 IRQ Interrupt to host, High: Interrupt; Low: Normal VDD_IO O 6 PMUVCC Power supply to UICC/SIM, input, + 1.8V 1.8V P 7 I2C_SDA I2C Data Line VDD_IO I/O 8 I2C_SCL I2C Clock VDD_IO I 9 MOD_GND Module Ground GND P 10 VEN Wake up the module from standby mode or reset the module VBAT I 11 DWL_REQ Firmware download control: Active High VDD_IO I 12 SIMVCC The power rail used to power UICC / SIM, input PMUVCC P(O) 13 VBAT +3.3V Power Supply 3.3V P 14 VDD_IO +1.8V or +3.3V for host IO reference voltage 1.8V/3.3V P 15 MOD_GND Module Ground GND P
MQN18 Datasheet - 11 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 4.2 I2C Address MQN18 I2C 7bit address is defined to 0x28. To write data, MQN18 is addressed using 0x50, to read data, MQN18 is addressed using 0x51. Table 2 I2C Address I2C address (R/W=0, write) I2C address (R/W=1, read) 0x50 0x51 4.3 Temperature Maximum Ratings Thermal specifications for this module have been modeled using a two-layer test board. Table 3 Temperature Maximum Ratings Symbol Definition Value Units Min Max T Operating Temperature -20 80 ℃ TS Storage Temperature -40 100 ℃
MQN18 Datasheet - 12 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 4.4 DC Electrical Parameters DC Electrical specifications for this module have been modeled using a two-layer test board. Table 4 DC Electrical Specification Symbol Definition Value Units Min Typ Max VBAT Power Supply 3.1 3.3 3.5 Volts IVBAT DC Current - - 170 mA PBAT Power Consumption - - 0.595 W 4.5 Antenna Specifications Customized Antenna specifications for this module have been modeled using a two-layer test board. Table 5 Antenna Specifications Item Value Unit Note Min Typ Max DC Resistance 0.5 1 2 Ω AC Impedance 50 Ω Frequency 13.06 13.56 14.06 MHz VSWR <2 Q factor 25 30 35 Antenna Type FPC Loop Coil Add the Ferrite sheet Module Material FR4 Antenna Size (40 ±0.3) X (60±0.3) mm
MQN18 Datasheet - 13 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 4.6 Power Consumption Table 6 Current Consumption Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit IHPD Hard power down current VBAT=3.6V, VEN=0V - 10.5 12 μA ISTBY Standby state current VBAT=3.6V - - 20 μA IACT Active state current VBAT=3.6V - 6 - mA ITVDD Transmitter supply current VBAT=3.1V - 30 100 mA IPMUVCC PMUVCC supply Class B - 1.5 3 μA Class C - 1 2 μA 4.7 Thermal Protection Table 7 Thermal Protection Symbol Parameter Conditions Min Typ Max Unit TOVERTEMP Temperature protection trigger 120 125 130 0C 4.8 System power modes Table 8 System Power Modes Description Mode Description Full power mode The battery supply (VBAT) as well as the pad supply (VDD_IO) is available, all use cases can be executed Low-power mode The pad supply (VDD_IO) is not available. Only the Card Emulation mode use cases via SWP are allowed Powered by the Field The battery supply (VBAT) and pad supply (VDD_IO) are not available. The system is powered via PbF interface. Only Card Emulation use cases via SWP are allowed. Power Off mode The system is not supplied from any source or the system is kept Hard Power Down (HPD)
MQN18 Datasheet - 14 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 Table 9 Power Mode Configuration VBAT VDD_IO VEN Power mode Off Off X Power Off mode On X Off Power Off mode On Off On Low Power Mode On On On Full power mode Note: X: Don’t care 4.9 Reset and download concept To enter reset there are 2 ways: - Pulling VEN low (Hard Power Down state) - If VBAT monitor is enabled: lowering VBAT below the monitor threshold (monitor mode, if VEN is kept above 1.1 V)This reset mode can be left if PbF is enabled when the field is high enough (RF field detected) to enter PbF mode. To get out of reset, there are 2 ways: - Pulling VEN high with VBAT above VBAT monitor threshold if enabled - Entering a field strong enough to power the IC Figure 3 Reset via VEN pin Table 10 Reset Timing Symbol Parameter Condition Min Typ Max Unit tRESETVEN VEN pulse width to reset 3 μ s tBOOT Boot time 10 ms
MQN18 Datasheet - 15 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 4.10 NFC Connection Recommendation Figure 4 Connection Recommendation 4.11 Main Board Design Reference Figure 5 Main Board Design W/O UICC Reference
MQN18 Datasheet - 16 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 5 Ordering Information Table 11 Ordering Information Table Order Number Descriptions MQN18 NFC Controller Module (NXP NPC100) with Integrated Antenna Dimension Module: 12x26mm; Antenna Area Size: 60x40 mm
MQN18 Datasheet - 17 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 6 Reliability Verification Table 12 Reliability Item Table No. Item Condition Benchmark Result Qty 1 Low Temperature Storage Test -40oC IEC60068-2-1 Pass 5 2 High Temperature Storage Test 80oC, Humidity: 95% IEC60068-2-78 Pass 5 3 Low Temperature Operation Test -20oC IEC60068-2-1 Pass 5 4 High Temperature Operation Test 80oC IEC60068-2-2 Pass 5 5 High Temperature Operation Test 65oC, Humidity: 95% IEC60068-2-78 Pass 5 6 Salt Test PH: 3.0 ~ 3.2 ,50℃, 72 hrs, Density: 5%±1% ASTM B368 Pass 5 7 RoHS Normal Compliance Pass 5 8 HF Normal Compliance Pass 5
MQN18 Datasheet - 18 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 7 NFC Module Outline The following illustration shows the package drawing for MQN18 module. The drawing contains the detail views, dimensions, tolerances, and notes. Figure 6 Module FPC Connection Foot Print Figure 7 FPC Wire Dimension Pin 1
MQN18 Datasheet - 19 - Revision 1.3 April 2015 Figure 8 MQN18 NFC Module Drawing Pin 1

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