S KYE M ODULE N OVA D ATASHEET
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................................................................7
WHY A SKYETEK MODULE? ..................................................................................................................................7
ADDITIONAL READING .........................................................................................................................................8
REVISION HISTORY ..............................................................................................................................................9
2
DEFINITION OF TERMS ................................................................................................................................. 10
3
APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................ ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
4
ORDERING INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................... 11
4.1
4.2
4.3
5
NOVA STANDARD PART NUMBERS .......................................................................................................................11
PART NUMBER DETAILS .....................................................................................................................................11
HOW TO BUY ...................................................................................................................................................12
SKYEMODULE NOVA OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................. 13
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................................................13
BLOCK DIAGRAM ..............................................................................................................................................13
FEATURES........................................................................................................................................................13
APPLICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................14
AGENCY APPROVALS .........................................................................................................................................14
6
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 15
7
PINNING INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................. 16
7.1
7.2
7.3
8
CONNECTOR DESCRIPTIONS ................................................................................................................................16
HOST INTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN MAPPING .........................................................................................................17
USING THE GPIO PINS ......................................................................................................................................18
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 19
8.1
8.2
9
ELECTROSTATIC PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................19
GENERAL RATINGS AND OPERATING CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................19
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 20
9.1
9.2
10
10.1
11
11.1
11.2
11.3
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................................................................20
ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS...........................................................................................................................21
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 22
RANGE SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................22
RADIO SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 23
AGENCY APPROVALS .........................................................................................................................................23
FREQUENCY BAND ............................................................................................................................................23
TAG PROTOCOLS ..............................................................................................................................................23
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12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
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HOST INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................ 24
USB 2.0 .........................................................................................................................................................25
TTL SERIAL ......................................................................................................................................................26
SPI ................................................................................................................................................................27
I2C .................................................................................................................................................................30
13
SKYEMODULE NOVA ANTENNA OPTIONS ................................................................................................. 33
14
COMMUNICATING WITH THE MODULE .................................................................................................... 34
14.1
14.2
14.3
15
15.1
15.2
15.3
16
16.1
16.2
HOST COMMUNICATION (SKYETEK PROTOCOL V3)..................................................................................................34
REQUEST FORMATS ...........................................................................................................................................34
RESPONSE FORMATS .........................................................................................................................................35
SYSTEM PARAMETERS .............................................................................................................................. 36
SYSTEM PARAMETER SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................36
CHANGING SYSTEM PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................37
SYSTEM PARAMETER DETAILS..............................................................................................................................37
SPECIAL FEATURES .................................................................................................................................. 47
SLEEP MODES ..................................................................................................................................................47
FEATURE REQUESTS ..........................................................................................................................................47
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3-1: SkyeTek Part Number Format ...................................................................................................................11
Figure 4-1: SM-GM-AC (with all connectors) ...............................................................................................................13
Figure 4-2: SkyeModule Nova Block Diagram ..............................................................................................................13
Figure 5-1: SM-GM Mechanical Drawing .....................................................................................................................15
Figure 6-1: Host Interface Connector Pin Numbering .................................................................................................17
Figure 9-2: Range Specifications ..................................................................................................................................22
Figure 11-1: USB Connection Diagram ........................................................................................................................25
Figure 11-2: TTL Serial Connection Diagram ................................................................................................................26
Figure 11-3: TTL Serial Timing Diagram .......................................................................................................................26
Figure 11-4: SPI Connection Diagram ..........................................................................................................................27
Figure 11-5: SPI Request Setup and Sample Timing ....................................................................................................27
Figure 11-6: SPI Request Timing ..................................................................................................................................28
Figure 11-7: SPI Response Timing ................................................................................................................................29
Figure 11-8: I2C Connection Diagram...........................................................................................................................30
Figure 11-9: I2C Timing Diagram ..................................................................................................................................32
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: Revision History ............................................................................................................................................9
Table 3-1: Nova Standard Part Numbers .....................................................................................................................11
Table 3-2: Part Number Details ...................................................................................................................................11
Table 6-1: SkyeModule Nova Connector Specification ................................................................................................16
Table 6-2: SkyeModule Nova Pin Descriptions ............................................................................................................17
Table 7-1: Environmental Ratings/Operating Conditions ............................................................................................19
Table 8-1: SkyeModule Nova Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................20
Table 8-2: Absolute Maximum Ratings ........................................................................................................................21
Table 13-1: Request Format (bytes), ASCII Mode ........................................................................................................34
Table 13-2: Request Format (bytes), Binary Mode ......................................................................................................34
Table 13-3: Response Format (bytes), Binary Mode ...................................................................................................35
Table 14-1: SkyeModule Nova System Parameters .....................................................................................................36
Table 14-10: Common Power Values...........................................................................................................................41
Table 14-11: Commonly Used Frequencies .................................................................................................................43
Table 14-12: Common Modulation Depth Values .......................................................................................................45
Table 14-13: Regulatory Mode Values.........................................................................................................................46
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Introduction
Getting Started
Operating your SkyeModule Nova begins with finding a method to connect to a host. The SkyeModule itself does
not operate without direction (commands) from a host. The host can be in the form of a PC or, more typically, an
embedded microcontroller. This document explains the physical and electrical characteristics of the module, so
you can understand how to integrate the Nova into a finished product.
For initial demonstration of the module, SkyeWare v4 software is available on the media that came with the
developer/evaluation kit or available for download at support.skyetek.com. Open this software on your windows
PC and it will be recognized when you connect through USB or RS232 (with developer kit interface board). The
software demonstrates features like selecting tags, reading and writing. It also has a powerful command builder
that lets you format, send and receive any command to and from the reader. More about SkyeWare can be found
in the SkyeWare User Guide. See the Additional Reading section below.
The next step after demonstrating the module’s functionality is developing your own communication with the
module. This can be achieved with simple code on a microcontroller or using the SkyeTek API on a PC. Once
connected to a host through one of the four host interfaces, the reader to host communication is formatted with a
full featured protocol called SkyeTek Protovol v3. In order to make learning commands and formatting easy, we
have developed a series of application notes with examples to get you started. The application notes start with
basic tag and reader commands and become very detailed for tags with special features. Read more about the
protocol and commands in section 13, Communicating with the Module and then move on to the Additional
Reading in section 1.3.
1.2
Why a SkyeTek Module?
Many customers may wonder, “What value does a module add over an RFID transceiver chip?”
RFID transceiver chips may seem simple, but they actually require significant engineering time and capital
investment to integrate. Transceiver chips contain up to 50 registers for configuration and functionality. In
addition, communicating over air protocols such as ISO18000-6C is complex, described in nearly 150 pages of
cryptic procedures. For example, just selecting a tag requires a minimum of 6 and up to 100 over air interactions
with multiple tags present. SkyeTek has also optimized the complex RF chain to give the best performance and
efficiency possible. SkyeTek modules mask the complexities of RFID from the user and pack functionality into
just a few commands.
SkyeTek’s core set of commands allow the user to read and write to tags with a single command, regardless of the
tag type. The module is also field upgradable, so you can use the latest security algorithms and tag features as they
are released. Power regulation and filtering for the radio are handled in the Nova, so you can supply voltage
directly from an unregulated source like a battery. Finally, the Nova will be modularly approved by the FCC and CE,
so you can bypass expensive radio testing at a certified test lab and avoid potential schedule delays due to failures.
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Using a SkyeTek module will greatly reduce time to market and upfront development costs. Allow SkyeTek to
take the burden of developing an RF system so you can focus your energy on your core products.
1.3
Additional Reading
SkyeTek Protocol v3 Reader Commands – Application note with descriptions and examples of the reader
commands: read/write system, read/write default system, load defaults, and reset
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Revision History
Revision
Author
Change
031014
Josh Peifer
Initial draft.
Table 1-1: Revision History
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Definition of Terms
3DES
Triple Data Encryption Standard
AES
Advanced Encryption Standard
API
Application Programming Interface
DES
Data Encryption Standard
GPIO
General Purpose Input/Output
HID
Human Interface Device
I2C
Inter-integrated Circuit
LSB
Least Significant Bit
MSB
Most Significant Bit
NC
No Connect
RoHS
Reduction of Hazardous Substances
SPI
Serial Peripheral Interface
SSEL
Slave Select
STP V3
SkyeTek Protocol Version 3
TTL
Transistor-transistor Logic
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Ordering Information
3.1
Nova Standard Part Numbers
Part Number
Host Interface
Baud Rate
Description
SM-NV-00
USB (HID)
12Mbps
Mini PCI express connector
Table 3-1: Nova Standard Part Numbers
NOTE – The Nova will always communicate via USB, when a USB host is connected.
3.2
Part Number Details
The Nova part number is constructed according to the SkyeTek part number specification below:
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Figure 3-1: SkyeTek Part Number Format
Code
Options
Description
Product Family
SM = SkyeModule
Highest level product family code.
Product Type
NV = NOVA
Specifies the specific part type.
Build Type
Options
Specifies hardware form factor.
Blank = Standard
This field is left for special customer part numbers or standard
variations such I2C for I2C as the default host interface. Consult
the SkyeTek sales team for custom orders.
Table 3-2: Part Number Details
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How to Buy
SkyeTek products are distributed through a worldwide distribution network as well as directly through SkyeTek.
For more information on how to purchase SkyeTek products in your area, please visit the How To Buy page on the
SkyeTek website at www.skyetek.com/howtobuy.
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SkyeModule Nova Overview
4.1
Description
The SkyeModule™ Nova marks the next generation of SkyeTek UHF reader modules. The Nova is an ultrasmall, 2 port, 500mW EPC Class 1 Gen 2 reader/writer module. A cutting edge ARM Cortex microcontroller,
latest UHF transceiver technology and cutting edge adaptive antenna tuning coupled with the reader's
intelligent operating system make this module the most powerful and feature rich UHF reader module of its
size. Manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, quality is a top priority for all SkyeTek
modules.
Figure 4-1: SM-NV-00
4.2
Block Diagram
[PICTURE]
Figure 4-2: SkyeModule Nova Block Diagram
4.3
Features
Selects, Reads and writes to transponders based on EPC Global Class 1 Gen 2v2 (ISO 18000-6C)
Return Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
2 antenna ports, each capable of 500mW output power
Adaptive Antenna Tuning
Mini PCIe half card form factor
Wide and efficient power supply with input from 2.0 – 5.5V
Deep sleep mode current down to 10uA
Easy migration to and from the M7/M9/M10
Supported host interfaces include USB, TTL level RS232, SPI, I2C
Modularly certified (coming soon)
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Applications
4.5
Mobile Computing
Inventory and Asset Management
o Retail Inventory
o In Transit Inventory
Access Control
Agency Approvals
RoHS 2
FCC Modular – Seeking approval
CE Mark – Seeking approval
Manufactured according to ISO9001 and ISO13485
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Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions: 25 mm x 30 mm = 750 mm2
Height: 5 mm
[PICTURE]
Figure 5-1: SM-NV Mechanical Drawing
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Pinning Information
Connector Descriptions
The SM-NV-00 is the standard version of the Nova module and use the 52 pin Mini PCIe connector. In production,
customers can connect a host to the module in one of three ways:
Connector Type
Description
Ref Des
Man.
Man. P/N
Mating Connector
52 pin Mini PCIe
Host interface
connector
J3
Molex
N/A
0679101002
Table 6-1: SkyeModule Nova Connector Specification
Custom connectors and antenna configurations can be ordered with a minimum order quantity. Please contact a
SkyeTek sales representative or local reseller to discuss ordering options. For more information on how to
purchase SkyeTek products in your area, please visit the How To Buy page on the SkyeTek website at
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Host Interface Connector Pin Mapping
The SkyeModule Nova host connector is a 52-pin Mini PCI Express edge connector. The pin numbers are located as
illustrated in Figure 6-1 below. The pin mappings and descriptions are shown in Table 6-2. Note that all
unconnected pins should be left floating.
[PICTURE]
Figure 6-1: Host Interface Connector Pin Numbering
Pin
Name
Description
I/O
Pin
Name
Description
I/O
1
NC
Not Connected
N/A
2
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
3
NC
Not Connected
N/A
4
GND
Ground
Input
5
NC
Not Connected
N/A
6
NC
Not Connected
N/A
7
NC
Not Connected
N/A
8
MISO
SPI Master In, Slave Out
Output
9
GND
Ground
Input
10
MOSI
SPI Master Out, Slave In
Input
11
NC
Not Connected
N/A
12
SCK
SPI Clock IN
Input
13
NC
Not Connected
N/A
14
SSEL
SPI Slave Select
Input
15
GND
Ground
Input
16
NC
Not Connected
N/A
17
NC
Not Connected
N/A
18
GND
Ground
Input
19
NC
Not Connected
N/A
20
Deep Sleep
Active Low Deep Sleep
Input
21
GND
Ground
Input
22
Reset
Active Low Reset
Input
23
NC
Not Connected
N/A
24
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
25
NC
Not Connected
N/A
26
GND
Ground
Input
27
GND
Ground
Input
28
NC
Not Connected
N/A
29
GND
Ground
Input
30
SCL
I2C Clock
Input
32
SDA
I2C Data
I/O
31
NC
Not Connected
N/A
33
NC
Not Connected
N/A
34
GND
Ground
Input
36
D-
USB D minus
I/O
35
GND
Ground
Input
37
GND
Ground
Input
38
D+
USB D Plus
I/O
39
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
40
GND
Ground
Input
41
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
42
GPIO0
General Purpose I/O 0
I/O
43
GND
Ground
Input
44
GPIO1
General Purpose I/O 1
I/O
45
GPIO3
General Purpose I/O 3
I/O
46
GPIO2
General Purpose I/O 2
I/O
47
NC
Not Connected
N/A
48
NC
Not Connected
N/A
50
GND
Ground
Input
52
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
49
RXD
UART Receive
Input
51
TXD
UART Transmit
Output
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Using the GPIO Pins
You can use the User Port Direction and User Port Value system parameters to address the GPIO pins to set
the user port direction (input or output) and the user port value (high or low). For more information, see
the following:
“User Port Direction” in section 14.3.9
“User Port Value” in section 14.3.10
NOTE – GPIO3 is used as a data ready pin when in SPI or I2C mode. GPIO3 cannot be used as GPIO when using
these interfaces.
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Environmental Specifications
7.1
Electrostatic Precautions
CAUTION – Failure to take proper electrostatic precautions may result in damage to or failure of your
SkyeModule Nova.
The SkyeModule Nova contains static-sensitive parts. Observe the following precautions to prevent damage to
these parts.
7.2
Wear a static grounding strap when handling electronic control components.
Keep all plastic, vinyl, and styrofoam (except antistatic versions) away from printed circuit boards.
Do not touch the components or conductors on a printed circuit board with your hands or with
conductive devices.
General Ratings and Operating Conditions
Specification
Rating
Temperature range
Temperature is 25 degrees Celsius unless otherwise noted
Operating
-20 to +70 degrees C
Storage
-40 to +125 degrees C
Humidity
Operating, continuous storage
10-90 percent (non-condensing)
Transient storage (
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