American magnetics 152 User manual

MODEL 152

Smart Card Reader

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

8182760, REVISION G

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

FCC

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 equipment has been certified to comply with the limits for a class B computing device,

pursuant to FCC Rules see Appendix H: Declaration of Conformity.

In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this

equipment. Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in

interference to radio and TV reception.

The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the

approval of the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Statement of Electromagnetic Compliance

This product has passed all electromagnetic interference and susceptibility testing

required by the European Community and thus bears the "CE" mark

This Class B Digital Apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Notice

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without prior notification. Axiohm -

American Magnetics Division shall not be held liable for technical and editorial omissions or errors

made herein; not for incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,

performance or use of this material. This document contains proprietary information protected by

written permission of Axiohm.

Trademarks

All terms used in this document that are known to be trademarks or service marks have been

capitalized where appropriate. AMC cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a

term should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark.

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Table of Contents

FCC .........................................................................................................................................i

Statement of Electromagnetic Compliance...................................................................................i

Notice .........................................................................................................................................i

Trademarks..................................................................................................................................i

Table of Contents........................................................................................................................ii

Tables and Figures.....................................................................................................................iii

Chapter 1:

Introduction

........................................................................................................... 1.1

Appearance................................................................................................................. 1.1

Features...................................................................................................................... 1.1

Accessories................................................................................................................. 1.1

Other Documents of Interest........................................................................................ 1.2

Chapter 2:

Installation

............................................................................................................ 2.1

Hardware..................................................................................................................... 2.1

Configuration / Demo Software.................................................................................... 2.2

Technical Support........................................................................................................ 2.2

Chapter 3:

Basic Operation

..................................................................................................... 3.1

Transmission Parameters............................................................................................ 3.1

Host Protocols............................................................................................................. 3.1

Power Cycle/Reset........................................................................................... 3.1

Chapter 4:

USI2 Protocol

........................................................................................................ 4.1

Transport layer ............................................................................................................ 4.1

Basic Frame Structure................................................................................................. 4.1

Commands.................................................................................................................. 4.2

Table 3 - USI2 Reader Commands .................................................................. 4.2

USI2 Reader Command Details................................................................................... 4.2

Table 5 - USI2 Card Commands...................................................................... 4.4

Responses from Card Reader to the Host................................................................... 4.5

Status Bytes ................................................................................................................ 4.5

Examples..................................................................................................................... 4.7

Chapter 5:

TLP-224 Protocol

................................................................................................... 5.1

Transport layer ............................................................................................................ 5.1

Response Operation Status Byte................................................................................. 5.2

Commands.................................................................................................................. 5.3

Table 14 - TLP-224 Reader Commands........................................................... 5.3

Table 16 - TLP-224 Card Commands............................................................... 5.5

Responses................................................................................................................... 5.6

Examples..................................................................................................................... 5.7

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Chapter 6:

TLP-224Turbo Protocol

......................................................................................... 6.1

Chapter 7:

ISO TPDU Command/Response Structure

........................................................... 7.1

TPDU Command Structure.......................................................................................... 7.1

TPDU Response Structure .......................................................................................... 7.1

Chapter 8:

Memory Card Support

........................................................................................... 8.1

Commands Supported................................................................................................. 8.2

Appendix A:

Specifications

...................................................................................................A.1

Mechanical ..................................................................................................................A.1

Electrical......................................................................................................................A.1

Environmental..............................................................................................................A.4

Appendix B: FCC Declaration of Conformity...........................................................................B.1

Glossary..................................................................................................................................C.1

Index D.1

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Tables and Figures

Table 1 - Power Jack............................................................................................................... 2.1

Table 2 - DB-9 Connector........................................................................................................2.1

Table 3 - USI2 Reader Commands ......................................................................................... 4.2

Table 4 - Memory Card Types................................................................................................. 4.3

Table 5 - USI2 Card Commands ............................................................................................. 4.4

Table 6 - Responses from Card Reader to the Host................................................................ 4.5

Table 7 - First Status Byte .................................................................................................... 4.5

Table 8 - Second Status Byte.................................................................................................. 4.5

Table 9 - Response to Configuration Request......................................................................... 4.6

Table 10 - USI2 Reader Commands Example......................................................................... 4.7

Table 11 - USI2 Card Commands Example, Microprocessor Card (Solaic PocketBook .......... 4.8

Table 12 - USI2 Card Commands Example, Memory Card (AT24C01A)................................. 4.8

Table 13 - TLP-224 Operation Status Bytes............................................................................ 5.2

Table 14 - TLP-224 Reader Commands.................................................................................. 5.3

Table 15 - TLP-224 LED Control Byte..................................................................................... 5.4

Table 16 - TLP-224 Card Commands...................................................................................... 5.5

Table 17 - TLP-224 Reader Status Byte Format...................................................................... 5.6

Table 18 - TLP-224 Reader Commands Example................................................................... 5.7

Table 19 - TLP-224 Card Commands Example, Microprocessor Card (Solaic PocketBook).... 5.9

Table 20 - TLP-224 Card Commands Example, Memory Card (AT24C01A)........................... 5.9

Table 21 - Memory Card Commands Supported..................................................................... 8.2

Table 22 - Electrical Power Requirements...............................................................................A.1

Figure 1 - Dimensions Part 1...................................................................................................A.2

Figure 2 - Dimensions Part 2...................................................................................................A.3

Table 23 - Environmental Requirements .................................................................................A.4

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Chapter 1:

Introduction

This booklet describes the requirements, operation, and usage of the Model 152 Smart Card

Reader/Writer (the “reader”). This booklet should be read and understood prior to initial

operation of the reader.

Appearance

The Model 152 is a manually operated insert reader for Smart Cards. The reader is contained in

an attractive plastic housing which allows easy insertion and withdrawal of smart cards. It may

be used with or without its base. The housing is suitable for desk top, cabinet top, and cabinet

side mounting.

Features

• ISO 7816 compliant. Supports Microprocessor Cards requiring a variety of f/d ratios

(speeds). Supports a minimum speed of 1920 bps and a top speed of 38400 bps, with

various speeds in between.

• Reads and writes Microprocessor Cards using either T=0 or T=1 protocol.*

• RS232 compatible.

• Reads and writes a variety of Memory Cards.

• Capable of accessing up to 8 Secure Application Module (SAM) cards in addition to the

card in the User Connector.

• Can use one of three communication protocols to talk with the host: AMC USI2, TLP-224,

or TLP-224Turbo.

• Gives the host full control over the LEDs.

• Allows the host to interrogate the device about current status and configuration information.

Accessories

• A power supply AC/DC adaptor is available which complies with your local power

requirements.

• Smart Card prototyping and training software for learning and demonstrating capabilities of

Smart Card technology using the Model 152.

• Local Connector (LSAM) for a Secure Application Module (SAM), in the GSM size. This

accessory must be specified when ordering the reader, it is not field upgradable.

• CTS for flow control. This option allows the host to block transmission from the reader. This

option must be specified when ordering the reader, it is not field upgradable.

• External SAM boxes allowing access of up to seven additional SAM cards.

• Axiohm - American Magnetics Division is committed to working with users to meet their

special requirements.

* Supports T=1 cards with using LRCs in the EDC field.

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Other Documents of Interest

ISO 7816-3 Identification Cards - Integrated circuit(s) cards with contacts

Part 2:

Dimension and location of the contacts (1988)

Part 3:

Electronic signals and transmission protocols (1989)

Amendment 1:

Protocol type T=1, asynchronous half duplex

block transmission protocol

Amendment 2:

Revision of protocol type selection

Part 4:

Interindustry commands for interchange

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Chapter 2:

Installation

Hardware

1. Attach a suitable (See electrical specifications) power supply to the DB-9 connector and to

a wall socket.

2. A 6 foot (1.8 meter) cable terminated with a female DB-9 connector is permanently

attached to the reader. The DB-9 housing has a power jack with a 2.1 mm diameter center

pin as positive polarity. See electrical specifications for power requirements.

3. Attach the DB-9 connector to a suitable RS232 connector on your host system. See tables

1 and 2 below for the cable pinouts.

4. Mount the reader in a suitable location for your application. You may use the included

rubber feet, velcro, or slotted screw mounts as desired. The base may be separated from

the body of the reader by squeezing the sides of the base and pulling.

Table 1 - Power Jack

CenterPin +Vin IN

Blade Circuit Ground ----

Table 2 - DB-9 Connector

1 Not Used ---

2TXD OUT

3RXD IN

4 Not Used ---

5 Circuit Gnd ---

6 Not Used ---

7CTS IN

8 Not Used ---

9 Not Used ---

Case Chassis Gnd ---

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Configuration / Demo Software

The Model 152 ships from the factory with certain default conditions. These defaults can be

changed by running the configuration program (available from American Magnetics Division of

Axiohm) which may be used to change certain operational conditions.

Using the demo/configuration program is easy, simply launch it from a Microsoft Windows®

environment and follow the instructions. You will need to know to which serial communication

port the reader is attached (e.g COM1). The configuration program will lead you through a

series of steps to complete your configuration successfully. Once configured, the reader retains

the new configuration in its permanent memory.

The configuration program also contains a demonstration mode. From the main screen simply

click on a command to execute and click on the execute button.

To configure the reader click on the configure button. When you have finished selecting the

configuration options, simply click the done tab and click on the OK - write to the EEPROM

button to update the EEPROM and return to the main screen.

The demo allows you to explore all the functions of the Model 152.

Technical Support

For technical support, call Axiohm - American Magnetics Division at one of the phone numbers

found on the back cover of this manual.

Model 152 Smart Card Reader/Writer Operation Instructions

Chapter 3:

Basic Operation

Transmission Parameters

Each character is transmitted using 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.

The factory default speed is 9600 bps. Other speeds may be chosen using the configuration

program. The other speeds are: 38400, 19200, 4800, 2400, and 1200 bps.

Host Protocols

The Model 152 supports three communications protocols to talk with the host. They are: USI2,

TLP-224, TLP-224Turbo

USI2 is a proprietary protocol developed by Axiohm - American Magnetics which has features

allowing it to be used for multi-dropping and for large (up to 64K bytes) messages. Though the

Model 152 does not support multi-dropping at this time, a future variation of the device may.

TLP-224 is a protocol used by several manufacturers of Smart Card devices. There are a core

set of functions defined, which, if used exclusively, provide for plug compatibility between

different manufacturer’s readers. The AMC implementation has all of the core functions plus a

few more which you may use at your discretion.

TLP-224Turbo is an AMC originated variant of the TLP-224 protocol. The standard TLP-224

protocol requires each byte to be split into two ASCII readable bytes for transmission. This

effectively doubles the communication time for each message. The TLP-224Turbo protocol

corrects this problem by simply not splitting bytes. If you like TLP-224, but don’t like its speed,

you may want to try TLP-224Turbo.

Power Cycle/Reset

Cycling the power to the Model 152 will cause the device to loose the contents of volatile

memory, including the information on the current card and selected connector.

When power is restored the device checks the validity of the EEPROM to make sure they are

functioning correctly. The host needs to set all the parameters stored in volatile memory before

resuming.

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