Smart Approach MQN18-NFC NFC Antenna Module User Manual

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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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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 OE
M 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 warni
ng 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.
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End Product Labeling
Label for the final end product must include:
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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.
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Contents
REVISION HISTORY ............................................................................................................................. - 4 CONTENTS ........................................................................................................................................... - 5 FIGURE CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ - 6 TABLE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................. - 6 1
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... - 7 -
PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................ - 8 2.1
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................. - 8 -
2.2
APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................... - 8 -
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS .................................................................................................. - 9 -
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................. - 10 4.1
PIN DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................. - 10 -
4.2
I C 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 -
ORDERING INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... - 16 -
RELIABILITY VERIFICATION.................................................................................................... - 17 -
NFC MODULE OUTLINE ........................................................................................................... - 18 -
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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 -
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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.
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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:
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NXP NPC100 NFC Controller
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Compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 A/B
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Compliant with ISO/IEC 15693/18092
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Antenna pairing could be customized
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I2C interface
2.2 Application
Suggested applications for the MQN18 module include:
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NFC writer
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NFC reader
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NFC peer to peer controller
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NFC payment

NFC identification
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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.
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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
VBAT
MOD_GND
SWP
SWP data line to UICC/SIM, Input / Output
RFU
Unused pin could be floating
IRQ
Interrupt to host, High: Interrupt; Low: Normal
PMUVCC
I C_SDA
I C_SCL
MOD_GND
10
VEN
11
DWL_REQ
12
SIMVCC
13
VBAT
14
VDD_IO
15
MOD_GND
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Power
Reference
P/I/O
+3.3V power supply input
3.3V
Module Ground
GND
PMUVCC
I/O
VDD_IO
1.8V
VDD_IO
I/O
VDD_IO
GND
VBAT
Firmware download control: Active High
VDD_IO
The power rail used to power UICC / SIM, input
PMUVCC
P(O)
3.3V
1.8V/3.3V
GND
Description
Power supply to UICC/SIM, input, + 1.8V
I C Data Line
I C Clock
Module Ground
Wake up the module from standby mode or reset the
module
+3.3V Power Supply
+1.8V or +3.3V for host IO reference voltage
Module Ground
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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
Value
Symbol
TS
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Definition
Operating
Temperature
Storage
Temperature
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Units
Min
Max
-20
80
℃
-40
100
℃
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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
Value
Symbol
Power
VBAT
Supply
DC Current
IVBAT
Power
PBAT
Units
Definition
Consumption
Min
Typ
Max
3.1
3.3
3.5
Volts
170
mA
0.595
4.5 Antenna Specifications
Customized Antenna specifications for this module have been modeled using a two-layer test
board.
Table 5 Antenna Specifications
Item
DC
Resistance
AC
Impedance
Frequency
Q factor
Antenna
Type
Module
Material
Antenna
Size
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Value
Min
Typ
Max
0.5
Unit
Ω
Ω
50
13.06
13.56
14.06
25
30
35
MHz
FR4
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VSWR <2
Add the Ferrite
sheet
FPC Loop Coil
(40 ±0.3) X (60±0.3)
Note
mm
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4.6 Power Consumption
Table 6 Current Consumption
Symbol
Parameter
Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
IHPD
Hard power down current
10.5
12
μA
ISTBY
Standby state current
VBAT=3.6V
20
μA
IACT
Active state current
VBAT=3.6V
mA
ITVDD
Transmitter supply current
VBAT=3.1V
30
100
mA
IPMUVCC
PMUVCC supply
Class B
1.5
μA
Class C
μA
Unit
VBAT=3.6V,
VEN=0V
4.7 Thermal Protection
Table 7 Thermal Protection
Symbol
TOVERTEMP
Parameter
Conditions
Temperature
protection trigger
Min
Typ
Max
120
125
130
4.8 System power modes
Table 8 System Power Modes Description
Mode
Full power
mode
Low-power
mode
Powered by the
Field
Power Off mode
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Description
The battery supply (VBAT) as well as the pad supply (VDD_IO) is
available, all use cases can be executed
The pad supply (VDD_IO) is not available. Only the Card Emulation
mode use cases via SWP are allowed
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.
The system is not supplied from any source or the system is kept Hard
Power Down (HPD)
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Table 9 Power Mode Configuration
VBAT
VDD_IO
VEN
Power mode
Off
Off
Power Off mode
On
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
tRESETVEN
tBOOT
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Parameter
VEN pulse
width to reset
Boot time
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Condition
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
μs
10
ms
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4.10 NFC Connection Recommendation
Figure 4 Connection Recommendation
4.11 Main Board Design Reference
Figure 5 Main Board Design W/O UICC Reference
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5 Ordering Information
Table 11 Ordering Information Table
Order Number
MQN18
Dimension
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Descriptions
NFC Controller Module (NXP NPC100) with Integrated Antenna
Module: 12x26mm; Antenna Area Size: 60x40 mm
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6 Reliability Verification
Table 12 Reliability Item Table
No.
Item
Low Temperature
Storage Test
Condition
Benchmark
Result
Qty
-40oC
IEC60068-2-1
Pass
IEC60068-2-78
Pass
-20oC
IEC60068-2-1
Pass
80oC
IEC60068-2-2
Pass
IEC60068-2-78
Pass
ASTM B368
Pass
Compliance
Pass
Compliance
Pass
High Temperature
80oC, Humidity:
Storage Test
95%
Low Temperature
Operation Test
High Temperature
Operation Test
High Temperature
65oC, Humidity:
Operation Test
95%
Salt Test
RoHS
PH: 3.0 ~ 3.2
,50℃, 72 hrs,
Density: 5%±1%
Normal
HF
Normal
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7 NFC Module Outline
The following illustration shows the package drawing for MQN18 module. The drawing contains
the detail views, dimensions, tolerances, and notes.
Pin 1
Figure 6 Module FPC Connection Foot Print
Figure 7 FPC Wire Dimension
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Pin 1
Figure 8 MQN18 NFC Module Drawing
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