2.1 Communication Specifications ............................................................................................................................2
2.1.1 Reader/Writer to Card Wireless Communication Specifications ........................................................................... 2
2.1.2 Reader/Writer to Controller Communication Specifications .................................................................................. 3
2.3 General Specifications .........................................................................................................................................4
6.1.1 Communication Protocol ...................................................................................................................................... 11
9.1 Precautions for Installation ................................................................................................................................14
10. Command List ........................................................................................................................................17
* Performance assurance: The guaranteed communication distance to the card is maintained.
Operation assurance: Communication with the card remains possible.
Operation assurance
temperature/humidity
50% RH or less
2.2 Electrical Specifications
Table 2-1: Electrical Specifications
MINTYPMAXUnitConnector
Power supply voltage - 12V system -11.512.016.0V
Allowable power supply ripple100
Power supply voltage - 5V system -4.755.05.25V
Current consumption (during normal operation) - 5V system -100mA
Current consumption (when rewriting firmware) - 5V system -
*2
Allowable power supply ripple100
*1 Peak to peak
*2 Communication with the card is interrupted.
*1
mV
70mA
*1
mV
DC12VCurrent consumption (during normal operation) - 12V system -80mA
(Measured in conformity with MIL-HDBK-217 NOTICE2 for evaluating the reliability
of electronic components.)
Mass : Approx. 110g
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3. External Dimensions
Dimensions
Control board
Board size : 71.8 (±0.4)* mm x 63.6 (±0.4) mm x 12 (±0.5) mm
Antenna assembly
Board size : 50 (±0.5) mm x 25 (±0.5) mm x 1 (±0.2) mm
Thickness : Less than 5 mm
(including ferrite and metal plates but not the connector)
Antenna cable
Length : 125 mm ±3 mm (including the connector housing)
Width : 12.8 mm ±1 mm (Size in ferrite core)
Mounting hole
RF/control board : Ø3.3 mm x 2 (M3 compatible, see Fig. 3-1.)
Antenna : None
* These figures contain the hole part for the product installation.
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Fig.3-1 : RF/Control Board
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12.8±1 mm
Fig.3-2 : Antenna
Fig.3-3 : Antenna cable
(unit: mm)
(unit: mm)
4. Internal Structure
Voltage
Regulator
Data
Transmitter
Data
Receiver
Coil
Antenna
Oscillator
12V
RC-S940
Voltage
Regulator
5V
The RC-S493B Reader/Writers is configured as in Fig. 4-1.
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Fig.4-1 : Reader/Writer Schematic Diagram
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5. Connection Specifications
This chapter provides details of interfacing with the controller. (Refer to Table 5-1 on the next page.)
The RC-S493B Reader/Writer employs the HKP-40M1 40-pin interface connector manufactured by HONDA TSUSHIN
KOGYO CO., LTD.
As shown in Fig. 3-1, the connector is located on the bottom edge of the RF/control board. Connector pins are 2.54 mm in
pitch and gold-plated. Also, they are arranged in double rows and numbered from the lower row’s leftmost pin (pin No. 1).
During installation, particular attention must be paid to their polarities.
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Table 5-1: CN2 Connector Pin Assignment
Pin No.DesignationFunctionRemarks
1DC12VDC power supply terminalFor RF amplifier
2NCNo Connection
3DC12VDC power supply terminal For RF amplifier
4NCNo Connection
5NCNo Connection
6GNDGround terminal
7NCNo Connection
8GNDGround terminal
9-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
10SISerial data I/O (CMOS 5V)
11-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
12SOSerial data I/O (CMOS 5V)
13-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
14NCNo Connection
15-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
16MODENo need to connect for normal operation.When loading a program, be sure to apply a high level voltage
(5V) to this pin prior to powering up the RF/control board.
17-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
18-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
19-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
20-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
21-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
22-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
23-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
24-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
25-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
26-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
27-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
28-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
29-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
30-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
31-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
32-(Reserved)Do not connect the signal line.
33NCNo Connection
34DC5VDC power supply terminal
35NCNo Connection
36DC5VDC power supply terminal
37GNDGround terminal
38NCNo Connection
39GNDGround terminal
40NCNo Connection
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Controller
Reader/Writer
Command Packet
ACK
Response Packet
ACK
00h
00h
ffhLEN
LCS
PD0
PD1
・・・PDn DCS 00h
Preamble
Start of Packet Code
Packet Length
Packet Length Checksum
Command or Response Code
Packet Data
Packet Data Checksum
Postamble
6. Basic Reader/Writer Operation/Data Flow
6.1 Transaction Overview
6.1.1 Communication Protocol
The Reader/Writer returns ACK upon successful reception of a command packet. It remains unresponsive if reception fails.
Fig.6-1 : Communication Protocol and Packet Structure
6.1.2 ACK Packet
The ACK packet is formatted as follows.
00h00hffh00hffh00h
(Packet data and DCS are not included.)
LEN LCS
6.1.3 Mutual Authentication
Mutual authentication* is the process of two units authenticating each other. Between a controller and Reader/Writer, this
is performed by using the following elements in order to provide protection against fraudulent access, tampering, spoofing
and other illicit data manipulation.
1. Two 56-bit keys
2. ISO9798-2 compliant authentication model comprising three paths
3. Encryption algorithm
* For more information about mutual authentication and encryption, refer to the “Reader/Writer Command Reference
Manual”.
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Controller
Reader/WriterCard
1. Mutual Authentication (Kar, Kbr)
2. Card Access Keys
3. Mutual Authentication
(Using Card Access Keys)
7. Security
Illicit data access and tampering that may occur during communication are serious security risks to any IC card system.
To safeguard against such risks, the Reader/Writer encrypts and decrypts data transmitted to and received from the card,
whereas the same is performed by the controller for security protection of data communication between the controller and
the Reader/Writer. More specifically, the following must be observed to ensure secure system operation.
1) Communication between the controller and the Reader/Writer must always be performed in the encryption mode. Data
flows through the communication path when the Reader/Writer communicates with the card in accordance with the
command received from the controller. The path must therefore be protected by turning on the encryption mode and
performing mutual authentication between the controller and the Reader/Writer.
2) Access keys used for mutual authentication between the controller and the Reader/Writer must be updated periodically.
Leakage of key information can result in surreptitious use or divulgation of eavesdropped data, and in the worst case,
may seriously affect the operation of the entire system. Do not continue to use factory-preset access keys (Kar, Kbr)
without changing their values, especially for mutual authentication in actual applications.
The access keys can be changed by using the Change Reader/Writer Access Key command.
For more details, refer to the “Reader/Writer Command Reference Manual”.
Fig.7-1 : Schematic Diagram of Security Protection
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8. Packing Specifications
Each master carton used to ship the RC-S493B contains 20 unitary packages.
• Master carton : Contains 20 unitary packages.
• Unitary package dimensions : 128.5 mm x 43 mm x 262 mm (W x H x D)
• Master carton Dimensions : 318 mm x 292 mm x 527 mm (W x H x D)
Fig.8-1 : Packing Specifications
(unit: mm)
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9. Precautions
9.1 Precautions for Installation
The RC-S493B Reader/Writer must be installed with special care as described below. For optimal installation, also refer to
the “RC-S460/490 Series Reader/Writers Installation Requirements and Evaluation Methods”.
9.1.1 Reader/Writer
• Maximum communication distance can be ensured only when an RF/control board is used in combination with an antenna
bearing the same serial number. With other combinations, there is no guarantee of the communication distance.
• Remove any source of electromagnetic noise from the antenna coverage area. The same can be said of any object that
may reflect or interfere with electromagnetic waves. In a system accommodating multiple Reader/Writers, antennas must
be separated from each other for a distance of more than 30 cm in order to ensure the max. communication distance of
30 mm (when used with the RC-S860 Series/RC-S880 Series/RC-S833) or 20 mm (when used with the RC-S890). Note,
however, data communication remains possible even when the distance between two antennas is less than 30 cm, although
the communication distance is shortened.
• Connecting the Reader/Writer’s GND terminal to the ground line of its enclosure is not recommended.
• Communication performance may be affected by power line noise and the harmonics of the 13.56 MHz carrier signal.
• Communication performance may also be affected by the high-frequency noise (800 MHz or higher) generated by mobile
phones.
• Transmission/reception performance of communication devices such as mobile phones may be affected when they are
brought very close to the Reader/Writer.
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11.2±1
φ5±1
12.8±1
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DC
power
supply
Host controller
9.1.2 Ferrite core
Please install the ferrite core in the power supply, and the communications cable for the electromagnetic radiation from
Reader/Writer not to influence a peripheral electric equipment. Please refer to Figure 9-1 for how to install the ferrite core.
(1) Opening and shutting of cover
The cover opens when the lock of two places is removed. Please multiply the lock firmly when shutting.
Lock
(2) The cable is wrapped.
Please bundle the cable, pass the ferrite core twice, and wrap it.
Note:
The effect decreases if it is not double. Please use the cable that can be done
by the double rolling.
(3) The final shape
The lock has come off.
<ferrite core size>
(unit: mm)
5 0 m m
or less
Near the power supply.
All cables are brought together.
Near the substrate joint.
Fig.9-1 : How to install the ferrite core
50mm or less
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9.2 Handling Precautions
The RC-S493B is module products designed for built-in use. It must be handled carefully, keeping the following precautions
in mind.
• Be careful when handling the board edge and case edge and lead connector so that you do not hurt your hands.
• Do not throw the module to a person.
• In order to prevent short-circuiting, do not soil the exposed part of the terminal with metallic substances such as solder
residue.
• When plugging and unplugging the connector cable, make sure that it is inserted correctly without any wire disconnection.
If connected inversely, the Reader/Writer may ignite or emit smoke.
• Handle the module with care as it contains delicate electronic circuits.
• Do not shut down or reset the Reader/Writer while data is being written into the internal non-volatile memory (EEPROM).
In this case, the Reader/Writer cannot be re-started.
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10. Command List
Table 10-1 provides a list of commands supported by the RC-S493B Reader/Writer, together with brief descriptions of their
functions.
Table 10-1 : Command List
Command Name
Command/
Sub Command
Code
Response/
Sub Response
Code
Function Overview
Reader/Writer Operation Commands
Attention00h / -01h / -
Used either to confirm the operation of the Reader/Writer or to
terminate the ongoing command execution.
Authentication102h / -03h / -Enables the controller to authenticate the Reader/Writer.
Authentication204h / -05h / -Enables the Reader/Writer to authenticate the controller.
Disconnect06h / -07h / -Causes the Reader/Writer to return to Mode 0 from Mode 2.
Reader/Writer Management Commands
Change Reader/Writer Access Key
*1
20h / -21h / -
Self Diagnosis40h / -41h / -
Firmware Maintenance
*1
42h / -43h / -Used to update the Reader/Writer firmware.
Use d to ch ang e th e acces s keys nec e ssa r y for mutu a l
authentication.
Makes the Reader/Writer perform self-diagnosis and return the
results.
Check Firmware Version44h / -45h / -Used to check the version of the Reader/Writer firmware.
Change Communication Mode
*1
46h / -47h / -
Used to change the settings (speed, encr yp ti on, et c.) fo r
communication.
Reset4ch / -4dh / -Places the Reader/Writer in the power-on state.
*1,2
Change Parameter
Get Last Error
Get Attribute
*2
*2
26h / -27h / -Used to change the internal settings of the Reader/Writer.
28h / -29h / -
Used to obtain the error code of the error detected in the last
executed command.
2ah / -2bh / -Used to obtain the Reader/Writer's internal parameters.
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Command Name
Command/
Sub Command
Code
Response/
Sub Response
Code
Function Overview
General Card Commands
Polling80h / -81h / -
Request Service82h / - 83h / -
Used to poll the card from the Reader/Writer.The captured card returns
a response that contains the card's IDm.
Used to check if the card has the specified area/service.The card
returns the key version data for the specified area/service.
Request Response84h / -85h / -Used to obtain information on the card mode.
Mutual Authentication86h / -87h / -
Executes mutual authentication between the Reader/Writer and the
card, resultantly causing mode transition in the card.
Read Block88h / -89h / -Used to read data in block units from the authenticated service.
Write Block8ah / -8bh / -Used to write data in block units to the authenticated service.
Read Block Without Encryption98h / -99h / -
Write Block Without Encryption9ah / -9bh / -
Communicate Thru8ch / -8dh / -
Release8eh / -8fh / -
RF Switch
*2
48h / -49h / -Turns on and off the radio frequency.
Used to read data in block units from a service th at need not be
authenticated.
Us ed to write data in blo ck un it s to a se rvice that ne ed not be
authenticated.
Used to transmit the specified packet data, in the form of wireless
packet data, to the card.
Makes it possible to delete the card table's IDt data specified by the
command.
Request System Codea0h / -a1h / -Used to obtain the system code list registered in the card.
Search Service Codea2h / -a3h / -
Request Block Informationa4h / -a5h / -
Request Block Information Ex
*2
a6h / -a7h / -
Causes the card to return the area/service code of the specified area/
service.
Causes th e ca rd to return th e bl ock number info rmation for the
specified area/service.
Causes the card to return 4-byte data containing information about the
number of blocks and the number of available empty blocks.
Card Issuance Commands
Register Issue IDc0h / -c1h / -
Registers the Issue ID Block, Area 0000 Definition Block and system
code in the card and performs data initialization.
Register Areac2h / -c3h / -Registers a new area and area key in the card.