Highly integrated RFID reader module
Key features
`Fully compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 A&B, ISO/IEC 15693,
and FeliCa
` NFC-IP1 peer-to-peer support (Passive Initiator Mode)
` Multi-frequency support: 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz
` Integrated LPC1227 ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller
` Support for MIFARE™ and HITAG™ technology
` Support for SAM AV2.6 interface
` Compact, single-package: LQFP100
` PRH601 combines functionality of LPC1227, CRLC663,
and HTRC110
Key benets
`Fast design-in of highly integrated contactless reader
systems
` Integrating multiple functions in a single package
` Reduced PCB size for development of systems with small
physical dimensions
` Compatibility with all established smartcard ICs,
smart tags, and label technologies
` Small footprint with LQFP100
Delivering unprecedented integration, this module combines the functionality of multiple
discrete ICs in a single package and enable the development of compact, cost-effective
contactless reader systems for access and industrial applications. It includes microcontroller
functionality and support multiple contactless reader protocols based on 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz.
NXP reader module
PRH601
` Fast design-in with supplied rmware
` Dedicated support for multi-frequency readers available
worldwide
Applications
` Highly integrated access systems
` Industrial devices requiring high-performance RF
` Multi-frequency applications that support 125 kHz and
13.56 MHz (e.g. migration of access management systems)
NXP’s industry-leading portfolio for RFID reader modules
reaches new levels of integration with the PRH601.
This module implements a 32-bit LPC1227 ARM Cortex-M0
and a CLRC663 contactless reader IC for communication at
13.56 MHz. With the included HTRC110 HITAG reader IC, the
PRH601 supports communication at 125 kHz. The module
is a single-package solutions housed in a compact
LQFP100 package.
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Date of release: September 2012
Document order number: 9397 750 17325
Printed in the Netherlands
Key technical data
Ordering information
Product features PRH601 PR601
HTRC110 Yes -
CLRC663 Yes Yes
LPC1227 Yes Yes
Operating distance [mm] (1) 120 / 160 (2) 120 / 160 (2)
FIFO depth (byte) 512 512
Host interface SPI, I²C, RS-232 SPI, I²C, RS-232
RF interface
Analog interface Fully integrated Fully integrated
Carrier frequency [MHz] 13.56 and 0.125 13.56
Modulation 10% and 100% ASK 10% and 100% ASK
Baudrate ISO 14443 [kbit/s] 106 / 212 / 424 / 848 106 / 212 / 424 / 848
Baudrate ISO 15693 [kbit/s] 26.5 / 53 26.5 / 53
Baudrate FeliCa [kbit/s] 212 / 424 212 / 424
Standards and protocols
NFC Tag Type Reader Tag 1, 2, 3, and 4 Tag 1, 2, 3, and 4
ISO 14443 A Yes Yes
ISO 14443 B Yes Yes
ISO 15693 Yes Yes
MIFARE Classic support Yes Yes
FeliCa Yes Yes
EPC Class-1 HF/ ISO 18000-3M3 Yes Yes
ISO 18092 (NFC) Yes (3) Yes (3)
EMVCo Yes Yes
Security features
SAM support in X-Mode MIFARE SAM AV2.6 MIFARE SAM AV2.6
Additional product information
Supply voltage digital [V] 3.3 to 5.0 and 5.0 (4) 3.3 to 5.0
Supply voltage analog [V] 3.3 to 5.0 3.3 to 5.0
Temperature range [°C] -25 to +70 -25 to +70
Package LQFP100 LQFP100
Software support NXP Reader Library NXP Reader Library
Type number PRH601HL/C1
Orderable part number Package LQFP100
Status Available
Sales description 12 NC 9352 985 83557 MOQ=450 (single tray)
Type number PR601HL/C1
Orderable part number Package LQFP100
Status Available
Sales description 12 NC 9352 985 84557 MOQ=450 (single tray)
Support and design-in material
To order samples or design kits, please contact your local
NXP distributor or access the NXP distributor portal
(https://extranet.nxp.com).
HITAG pedigree
HITAG is a well-established brand in the low-frequency (LF)
RFID segment. It is optimized for applications that operate in
harsh environments and require data transmissions that are
highly reliable, robust, and safe.
MIFARE pedigree
NXP MIFARE is the leading technology platform for contactless
ticket, card, and reader solutions. With more than 50 million
core reader components, over ve billion cards and ticket
ICs sold, MIFARE is a proven and reliable technology that
represents the largest installed base worldwide.
(1) Depends on antenna, coil size, tuning, andenvironment (2) For ISO15693 (3) Passive Initiator Mode (4) For 125kHz operation
