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	Prox-Module (old name: GemProx-Module)

Overview

The Prox-Module 'ex GemProx-Module) is an OEM coupler which embeds all the key components of a a very small size contactless interface: 3 cm x 3 cm. It is based on the Gemalto Prox Chipset.

This device is a macro component (or module) that is plugged on the mother PCB of the final equipment. Consequently, Prox-Module is well suited for hand-held terminals such as POS terminals, PDAs or any other portable devices. It also allows the user to turn the RF field off, when not in operation, for battery saving.

The markets targeted by the Prox-Module are the Proximity Payments, Identity, Access Control and Mass Transit.

Benefits

Easy to use

With the Gemalto Prox technology, the contactless technology has now reached the same level of accessibility as the contact one. The application software is dramatically simplified by the use of a high level command set, API library and PC/SC v2.0 driver.

Automatic operating modes such as the card insertion / removal, the PayPass card recognition algorithm or the Mifare^® Application Directory (MAD) are implemented on-board and provide the highest possible performances.

Compliant with market standards

The Prox technology is fully compliant with the ISO 14443 A and B standard. The T=CL protocol is handled directly by the reader. The Mifare protocol and security scheme are also supported.

Prox readers are ranked among the very best readers in terms of interoperability, thanks to the unique experience of Gemalto both in smart card and reader technologies.

Technical support

An external antenna is connected to the Prox-Module. Gemalto supplies off-the-shelf antennas, but also provides:

the appropriate documentation to help its customers to design their own antenna
the technical support to get certifications such as PayPass and ExpressPay or electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) approvals.

Technical Specifications

Contactless card interface	Operating frequency	13.56 MHz
	Compliance	Full ISO 14443 -1 to ?4 compliant, embedded T=CL protocol Read/write the following Smart Cards: - ISO 14443 A, B, T=CL cards (excepted in Wiegand mode) - Mifare® cards (including DESFire) - SR176, SRIX512 and SRIX4K chip based cards - Other cards on request.
	Baud rate	106 Kbps to 848 Kbps
	Reading distance	up to 10 cm, depending on antenna size
	Remote antenna	Connection distance: up to 50 cm Option: Double antenna
Host interface	Type of interface	Serial RS232, TTL levels or Wiegand 32 bits (Mifare and type A cards)
	Protocol	Gemplus Block Protocol (GBP)
	Baud rate	1.2 Kbps to 460 Kbps
SAM interface	Number of Security Access Modules (SAM)	4, to be connected externally
	Compliance	ISO 7816 -1 to -3, T=0, T=1 protocols
	SAM power supply	+5 VDC +/- 10 %
	Baud rate	9.6 Kbps to 115 Kbps
Power supply	Voltage	+5 VDC +/- 10 %
	Current	200 mA Low power management functions to control the RF field
Environment	Operating temperature range	-20 °C to +70 °C (-4 °F to +158 °F)
	Storage temperature range	-40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to +185 °F)
	Humidity	0 % to 93 % non condensing
	EMC	C89/336/CEE
	Safety	UL 1950, cUL CSA 950, EN 60950
	MTBF	800,000 H at 20 °C
Main functions		High level command set PayPass and ExpressPay level 1 compliance ICAO and FIPS 201 / PIV specifications compliance Mifare® Application Directory (MAD) Card insertion/removal detection E-purse command set Several operating modes Self test
Output signals		3 LED indicators 1 beeper 4 SAMs Antenna
Associated tools		Prox Development Kit PC/SC v2.0 driver for Windows 2000/XP C language source code API Firmware download tools
PC/SC serial driver		Compliant with Windows 2000 and XP To download this driver, click here

Dimensions		30 mm (H) x 30 mm (W) x 10 mm (D)
Weight		65 g
Optional antenna		Prox-Antenna type C2 (see below) Other types of antenna: Please ask the "Antenna Design Application Note" to your sales representative or the Product Manager
		Impedance: 50 ohms Reading distance: up to 5 cm with GemEasy8000 Mifare cards Cable length: 50 cm Easy connection to the Prox-Module

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Overview

Benefits

Technical Specifications