AN108711 - NXP Semiconductors

Philips Semiconductors
1. Introduction
1.1 Scope
Application Note
Tips and Tricks for PN51x Integration
This document provides on top of datasheet information about the PN51x 1 . The
interdependency between hardware, software, RF-behavior and NFCIP1-protocol are the
discussed topics in this application note.
This information is targeted for developers who want to Design-In the PN51x in an
effective way.
It is not intended to describe all details of NFC (this is already covered in the data sheets
and specifications) but it should give additional details, which are related to the PN51x
Integrated Circuit. Access to the following documents is required.
• ISO/IEC 18092 see Bibliography
• ISO/IEC 14443-3 Standard (“Initialization and anti-collision”) see Bibliography
• PN51x Data Sheet
• Philips NFC PN51x Design-In Kit
In order to test the examples, which are covered in this document, at least the
following items shall be accessible
• Two PN51x demo boards including power supply and serial cable
• A variety out of tags like Mifare® Standard 1k or 4k, Mifare® UltraLight,
JCOP 2 – configured with factory settings
1. The naming PN51x indicates the family of NFC front-end devices available: Current products are
PN511 and PN512.
2. JCOP stands for Java Card Open Platform which is the Philips OS for Smart-Cards
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