Elatec TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC 42 User manual

TWN4 MULTITECH
SMARTCARD LEGIC 42
TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB
USER MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY...................................................................................................................................................3
1.2.1 COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................3
1.2.2 SOFTWARE .........................................................................................................................................................3
1.3 ELATEC SUPPORT........................................................................................................................................................3
1.4 REVISION HISTORY......................................................................................................................................................3
2INTENDED USE .................................................................................................................................................................. 4
3SAFETY INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
4TECHNICAL DATA .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
5MODE OF OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.1 OPERATING MODE.......................................................................................................................................................8
5.2 POWER UP ....................................................................................................................................................................8
5.3 ENUMERATION .............................................................................................................................................................8
5.4 INITIALIZATION..............................................................................................................................................................8
5.5 NORMAL OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................8
5.6 DETECTION OF A TRANSPONDER .............................................................................................................................8
5.7 SUSPEND MODE...........................................................................................................................................................9
6COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 10
6.1 EU.................................................................................................................................................................................10
6.2 RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE ...................................................................................................................................10
6.3 CHINA (PRC)................................................................................................................................................................10
6.4 UNITED KINGDOM ......................................................................................................................................................11
6.5 FURTHER STATEMENTS............................................................................................................................................11
6.5.1 BRAZIL ...............................................................................................................................................................12
6.5.2 MEXICO..............................................................................................................................................................12
6.5.3 TAIWAN (ROC) ..................................................................................................................................................12
6.5.4 THAILAND..........................................................................................................................................................12
APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
A – TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS.........................................................................................................................................13
B – RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION ........................................................................................................................................13

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1INTRODUCTION
1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This user manual is intended for the user and enables a safe and appropriate handling of the product. It gives a general overview, as
well as important technical data and safety information about the product. Before using the product, the user should read and
understand the content of this user manual.
For the sake of better understanding and readability, this user manual might contain exemplary pictures, drawings and other
illustrations. Depending on your product configuration, these pictures might differ from the actual design of your product.
The original version of this user manual has been written in English. Wherever the user manual is available in another language, it is
considered as a translation of the original document for information purposes only. In case of discrepancy, the original version in
English will prevail.
1.2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY
1.2.1 COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES
Depending on your product configuration, the product can be delivered alone or with different components and accessories, such as
cables or wall holders, as part of a kit. For more information about the delivered components and accessories, refer to your delivery
note, consult the ELATEC website or contact ELATEC.
1.2.2 SOFTWARE
The product is delivered ex-works with a specific software version (firmware). Refer to the label attached to the product to find the
software version installed ex-works.
1.3 ELATEC SUPPORT
In case of any technical questions, refer to the ELATEC website (www.elatec.com) or contact ELATEC technical support at
[email protected]
In case of questions regarding your product order, contact your Sales representative or ELATEC customer service at
[email protected]
1.4 REVISION HISTORY
VERSION CHANGE DESCRIPTION EDITION
01 First edition 03/2022

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2INTENDED USE
ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 is a combination of the TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC 42 (RFID) with an integrated contact
card reader/writer (ISO 7816). It allows users to read and write almost any 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz transponders supporting all major
technologies from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID, LEGIC, etc. and many ISO standards such as ISO 14443A/B
(T=CL), ISO 15693 and ISO 18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC). The integrated chip card reader is designed for easy integration into various
applications.
The product is for indoor use and may not be used outdoor.
Any use other than the intended use described in this section, as well as any failure to comply with the safety information given in this
document, is considered improper use. ELATEC excludes any liability in case of improper use or faulty product installation.

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3SAFETY INFORMATION
Unpacking and installation
 The product contains sensitive electronic components that require particular attention when unpacking and handling the product.
Unpack the product carefully and do not touch any sensitive components on the product.
In case the product is equipped with a cable, do not twist or pull the cable.
 The product is an electronic product whose installation requires specific skills and expertise.
The installation of the product should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only.
Do not install the product by yourself.
Handling
 Depending on your product configuration, the product might be equipped with one or more light-emitting diodes (LED).
Avoid direct eye contact with the blinking or steady light of the light-emitting diodes.
 The product has been designed for a use under specific conditions (refer to the product data sheet).
Any use of the product under different conditions might damage the product or alter its reading performance.
 The use of other RFID readers or reader modules in direct vicinity to the product, or in combination with the product might damage
the product or alter its reading performance. In case of doubts, contact ELATEC for more information.
 The user is liable for the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold or recommended by ELATEC.
ELATEC excludes any liability for damages or injuries resulting from the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold
or recommended by ELATEC.
 Like most electronic devices, RFID systems generate electromagnetic waves that can vary in amplitude and frequency. It is
generally known and accepted that some RFID devices might potentially interfere with personal medical devices, like pacemakers
or hearing aids.
Users with a pacemaker or any other medical device should use TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 carefully and refer
to the information given by the manufacturer of their medical devices before using TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42.
Maintenance and cleaning
 Any repair or maintenance work should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only.
Do not try to repair or carry out any maintenance work on the product by yourself.
Do not allow any repair or maintenance work on the product by an unqualified or unauthorized third party.
 The product does not need any special cleaning. However, the housing may be carefully cleaned up with a soft, dry cloth and a
non-aggressive or non-halogenated cleaning agent on the outer surface only.
Make sure that the used cloth and cleaning agent do not damage the product or its components (e.g. label(s)).
Disposal
 The product must be disposed of in accordance with the EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) or any
applicable local regulations.
Product modifications
 The product has been designed, manufactured and certified as defined by ELATEC.
Any product modification without prior written approval from ELATEC is prohibited and considered improper use of the
product. Unauthorized product modifications may also result in the loss of product certifications.

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If you are unsure about any part of the safety information above, contact ELATEC support.
Any failure to comply with the safety information given in this document is considered improper use. ELATEC excludes any liability in
case of improper use or faulty product installation.

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4TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply
4.3 V - 5.5 V via USB
SmartCards
Supported SmartCards: 5V, 3V and 1.8V, ISO/IEC 7816 Class A/B/C
Power to SmartCard: 60 mA in Class A; 55 mA in Class B; 35 mA in Class C
Antennas
The reader is equipped with the following antennas:
PCB contained in TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42
HF antenna (13.56 MHz)
Dimensions: 45 x 48 mm / 1.77 x 1.89 inch
Number of turns: 3
LF antenna (125 kHz)
Dimensions: 31 x 32 mm / 1.22 x 1.26 inch
Number of turns: 155
For more information, refer to the related product data sheet or other technical documents.

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5MODE OF OPERATION
The mode of operation described in the following chapter is based on a standard ELATEC RFID reader equipped with two LEDs.
Depending on your product (number of LEDs, installed firmware, etc.) and in case the product settings have been modified with the
AppBlaster tool, the information below might differ from your product configuration when in operation. In particular, the color and
sequence of the LEDs on your product might be different.
5.1 OPERATING MODE
In order to start operating TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42, it simply has to be connected directly to a host device.
5.2 POWER UP
In case of an external power supply unit is used, the following requirements must be satisfied:
 Limited power source according to the safety standards listed in the respective declaration(s) of conformity
 Short-circuit current < 8 A
Once TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 is connected to the host device, it detects the type of communications cable (e.g. USB
or RS-232), with which it is connected to the host.
In case of RS-232: Additionally, the RS-232 is sending a version string via RS-232 to the host device.
5.3 ENUMERATION
Once the device has been powered up, it is waiting for completion of the enumeration by the USB host. As long as the device is not
enumerated, it is entering a minimum power consumption mode, where both LEDs are turned off.
5.4 INITIALIZATION
After powering up and enumeration, the device is turning on the built-in transponder reader logic. The green LED is turned on
permanently. Some readers need some kind of initialization, which is performed in this step. After successful initialization, the device
sounds a short sequence, which consists of a lower tone followed by a higher tone.
5.5 NORMAL OPERATION
As soon as the reader has completed the initialization, it is entering normal operation. During normal operation, the reader is searching
for a transponder continuously.
5.6 DETECTION OF A TRANSPONDER
If a transponder is detected by the reader, following actions are performed:
 Send the ID to the host. By default, the USB device sends by emulating keystrokes of a keyboard. An RS-232 device sends the
ASCII code of an ID.
 Sound a beep.
 Turn off the green LED.
 Blink the red LED for two seconds.
 Turn on the green LED.
Within the two seconds timeout, where the red LED is blinking, the transponder, which just has been recognized will not be accepted
again. This prevents the reader from sending identical IDs more than one time to the host.
If during the two seconds timeout of the red LED a different transponder is detected, the complete sequence restarts immediately.

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5.7 SUSPEND MODE
TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 supports the USB suspend mode. If the USB host is signaling suspend via the USB bus, the
reader is turning off most of its power-consuming peripherals. During this operation mode, no detection of transponders is possible
and all LEDs are turned off. Once the host is resuming to normal operation mode, this is also signaled via the USB bus. Therefore, the
reader will resume to normal operation too.

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6COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
6.1 EU
TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 is in compliance with the EU directives and regulations as listed in the respective EU declaration
of conformity (cf. TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB EU Declaration of Conformity).
6.2 RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE
RF exposure statement (mobile and fixed devices)
This device complies with the RF exposure requirements for mobile and fixed devices. However, the device shall be used in such a
manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
6.3 CHINA (PRC)
Micropower scope of use declaration:
TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB supports transmission
frequencies of 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz. The user needs to
adhere to the following specifications when using the product:
(1) The specific provisions listed in the “catalog and the technical
specifications for micropower short-range radio transmission
equipment” as well as the usage scenarios for the antenna type
used, the functions, and the customary use of the control
system, regulation, and switches must be complied with;
Transmission power:
13.56 MHz: ≤-5.6 dBμA/m
(field strength at 10 meters, standard max value)
125 kHz: ≤-4.00 dBμA/m
(field strength at 10 meters, standard max value)
Antenna: built-in antenna (cannot be removed)
Control system, regulation, and switches: The user cannot
control, regulate, or switch over the radio transmission function
of the antenna.
(2) The unauthorized modification of usage scenarios or the
conditions of use, expansion of the transmission frequency
range, or increase of the transmission power (including installing
additional transmission power amplifiers), as well as the
unauthorized modification of the transmission antenna are not
allowed;
(3) The product may not interfere in any way with any legal radio
transmitters (stations) and may not offer any shielding from
harmful interference;
微功率使用规范声明：
TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB 支持 13.56MHz 和
125kHz 发射频率，用户在使用过程中，需要遵守以下要
求：
（一） 符合“微功率短距离无线电发射设备目录和技术
要求”的具体条款和使用场景，采用的天线类型
和性能，控制、调整及开关等使用方法；
发射功率：
13.56MHz：≤-5.6dBμA/m
(10 米处场强， 准峰值)
125kHz：≤
-4.00 dBμA/m
(10 米处场强， 准峰值)
天线：内置天线（不可拆卸）
控制、调整及开关：用户不能控制、调制及开关
此无线电发射功能
（二）不得擅自改变使用场景或使用条件、扩大发射频
率范围、加大发射功率（包括额外加装射频功率放大器
），不得擅自更改发射天线；
（三）不得对其他合法的无线电台（站）产生有害干扰
，也不得提出免受有害干扰保护；
（四）应当承受辐射射频能量的工业、科学及医疗（ISM
）应用设备的干扰或其他合法的无线电台（站）干扰；

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(4) The product must be able to tolerate interference caused by
industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) devices which radiate
high frequency energy or other legal interference from radio
transmitters (stations);
(5) Should the product cause harmful interference on other legal
radio transmitters (stations), product use must be discontinued
immediately and suitable measures must be taken prior to using
the product again in order to eliminate said interference;
(6) When using micropower devices inside of an aircraft or
radiometric observatories, or when using such devices in
meteorological radar stations, satellite ground stations (including
measuring and control stations, distance measuring stations,
receiving stations, or navigation stations), as well as in radio
transmitters (stations) used by the military and electromagnetic
environment protections zones at airports, all applicable
provisions of the competent authorities as well as statutory
provisions, national regulations, and national standards must be
complied with;
(7) Remote controls of any kind may not be used within 5000
meters of airport runways, measured from the middle of the
runway;
(8) Ambient conditions such as temperature and voltage when
using micropower devices:
operating voltage of TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB:
4.3 V – 5.5 V (charging via USB),
operating temperature: -25 °C – 70 °C,
storage temperature: -40 °C – 75 °C.
The user must strictly adhere to these temperature and voltage
specifications when using the product.
（五）如对其他合法的无线电台（站）产生有害干扰时
，应立即停止使用，并采取措施消除干扰后方可继续使
用；
（六）在航空器内和依据法律法规、国家有关规定、标
准划设的射电天文台、气象雷达站、卫星地球站（含测
控、测距、接收、导航站）等军民用无线电台（站）、
机场等的电磁环境保护区域内使用微功率设备，应当遵
守电磁环境保护及相关行业主管部门的规定；
（七）禁止在以机场跑道中心点为圆心、半径 5000 米的
区域内使用各类模型遥控器；
（八）微功率设备使用时温度和电压的环境条件。
TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB 的工作电压 4.3V-5.5V（
USB 供电），
工作温度-25℃~70℃，
储存温度-40℃~75℃。
用户需严格按照此温度和电压要求使用。
6.4 UNITED KINGDOM
TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 complies with the requirements of the UK legislations and other regulations as listed in the
respective UK declaration of conformity (cf. TWN4 SmartCard LEGIC NFC USB UK Declaration of Conformity). The importer is
responsible for applying the following information to the packaging of the product:
 the importer company’s details, including the company’s name and a contact address in the United
Kingdom.
 UKCA marking
6.5 FURTHER STATEMENTS
Should the device be certified and installed in the following countries or regions, the corresponding statements (see below) must be
contained in the user manual.

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6.5.1 BRAZIL
Este equipamento não tem direito à proteção contra interferência prejudicial e não pode causar interferência em sistemas devidamente
autorizados.
6.5.2 MEXICO
La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones:
(1) Es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y
(2) Este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.
6.5.3 TAIWAN (ROC)
注意!
取得審驗證明之低功率射頻器材，非經核准，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及
功能。低功率射頻器材之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時
方得繼續使用。前述合法通信，指依電信管理法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻器材須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及
醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
6.5.4 THAILAND

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APPENDIX
A – TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
TERM EXPLANATION
HF high frequency
LED light-emitting diode
LF low frequency
NFC near field communication
PCB printed circuit board
RFID radio frequency identification
UKCA UK conformity assessed
WEEE Waste of electrical and electronic equipment.
Refers to Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of the European Union
B – RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION
ELATEC documentation
 ELATEC quick start guide
 TWN4 MultiTech OEM PCBs technical handbook
 TWN4 MultiTech SmartCard LEGIC 42 data sheet

Elatec reserves the right to change any information or data in this document without prior notice. Elatec declines all responsibility for the use of this product with any other specification but the one mentioned above. Any
additional requirement for a specific customer application has to be validated by the customer himself at his own responsibility. Where application information is given, it is only advisory and does not form part of the
specification. Disclaimer: All names used in this document are registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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