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NXP Semiconductors PN5180 User Manual

NXP Semiconductors PN5180
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AN11744
PN5180 Evaluation board quick start guide
Rev. 1.3 — 2 February 2018 Application note
371213 COMPANY PUBLIC
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Keywords PN5180, PNEV5180B, PN5180 evaluation board, PN5180 customer board,
PN5180 GUI, GUI, PN5180 Support Tool, NFC Cockpit
Abstract This document describes the PNEV5180B 2.0 (PN5180 evaluation board),
and how to use it. It describes the NFC Cockpit (PN5180 GUI Version 4.7),
which allows an easy basic access to the PN5180 registers and EEPROM in
combination with basic reader functionality.

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NXP Semiconductors PN5180 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating Frequency13.56 MHz
Communication InterfaceSPI, I2C
Supported StandardsISO/IEC 14443 A/B, ISO/IEC 15693, FeliCa
Modulation SchemesASK, BPSK, OOK
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
PackageQFN32
Operating Voltage2.3 V to 5.5 V

Summary

1 Introduction

1.1 PN5180 registers & EEPROM concept

Explains the PN5180's internal registers and EEPROM for configuration and data storage.

1.2 PNEV5180B concept

Details the PNEV5180B's purpose: quick evaluation, custom antenna connection, and NFC Cockpit use.

2 Hardware

2.1 Hardware introduction

Introduces the PN5180, its supply voltage options, and connections via SPI, USB, and debug cable.

2.2 Schematics

Presents the complete schematic diagrams for the PN5180 evaluation board.

2.2.1 LPC1769

Details the LPC1769 microcontroller used on the PNEV5180B and its JTAG interface connection.

2.2.2 Power supply

Explains the power supply options for the evaluation board, including USB and external sources.

2.2.3 PN5180

Describes the PN5180 chip, its default clock source, and test signal derivation.

2.3 Jumper settings

Details the three jumpers used for evaluating different power supply options.

3 Driver installation

3.1 PNEV5180B PC driver

Explains the installation of VCOM drivers for PC communication with the PNEV5180B.

3.2 PNEV5180B LPC Firmware

Addresses updating the LPC firmware, differentiating it from the PN5180 firmware.

3.2.1 Legacy 1: Update from previous version, VCOM already installed & used

Describes updating the LPC FW when VCOM drivers are already installed and used.

3.2.2 Legacy 2: Update from previous version, ABEND driver installed

Details updating the LPC FW when the older ABEND drivers were previously installed.

3.2.3 First time use: Update from ABEND to VCOM

Guides first-time users on updating the LPC FW from ABEND to VCOM interface.

3.2.4 Re-installing LPC FW after IDE use

Explains how to re-install the LPC FW after using the board for IDE development.

4 PN5180 NFC Cockpit

4.1 NFC Cockpit Reader tab

Explains how to activate a MIFARE DESFire card and exchange data using the Reader tab.

4.2 PN5180 Register access

Details how to read and write PN5180 registers using the NFC Cockpit's register access feature.

4.3 PN5180 EEPROM access

Describes accessing the PN5180's EEPROM for RF_CONFIG and general data storage.

4.4 PN5180 Dynamic Power Control

Explains the PN5180's Dynamic Power Control (DPC) functionality for correlation tests and calibration.

4.5 PN5180 Adaptive Wave Control

Details the Adaptive Wave Control (AWC) feature for dynamic TX shaping optimization.

4.5.1 Proposal for "static" Tx shaping adjustment

Provides steps for static Tx shaping adjustment using AWC features.

4.5.2 Proposal for "dynamic" Tx shaping adjustment

Provides steps for dynamic Tx shaping adjustment, building on static adjustments.

4.6 PN5180 analog and digital test signals

Explains how to route analog and digital test signals to test pins for PN5180 analysis.

4.7 PN5180 Rx Matrix test

Introduces the Rx Matrix test for optimizing PN5180 receiver settings and performance.

4.7.1 Rx parameters

Lists key receiver parameters (RxGain, HPCF, MinLevel) that require optimization.

4.7.2 Rx Matrix test principle

Explains the principle of the Rx Matrix test, its configuration options, and test setup.

4.7.3 Rx Matrix XML input file

Describes the structure and content of XML files used to configure the Rx Matrix test.

4.7.3.1 Input parameters

Details input parameters for the Rx Matrix test, including test configuration and data.

4.7.3.2 Permutation settings

Explains how to define registers and fields for permutation in Rx Matrix test input files.

4.8 NFC Cockpit with AWG

Covers using the NFC Cockpit to control an Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG).

4.8.1 NI VISA installation

Guides on installing the NI VISA driver and .NET development support for AWG control.

4.8.2 AWG setup and test for type A @ 106

Details the AWG setup and test procedure for type A protocol at 106 kbit/s.

4.8.3 AWG setup and test for type B @ 106

Details the AWG setup and test procedure for type B protocol at 106 kbit/s.

4.8.4 Rx Matrix test with AWG

Explains how to use the Rx Matrix test with AWG to check type B performance.

4.9 PN5180 Low power card detection

Describes the configuration and testing of the PN5180's Low Power Card Detection (LPCD).

4.10 Secondary FW and EMVCo Loopback application

Covers flashing secondary FW and running EMVCo loopback or other applications.

4.11 PN5180 Scripting

Introduces the simple scripting language for programming own scripts for test purposes.

5 First time use

5.1 Jumper settings

Explains the jumper settings for USB-only power and external power supply options.

5.1.1 USB only

Details the default jumper settings for operation powered solely via USB.

5.1.2 External power supply

Explains how to change jumper J101 for external power supply and powering TVDD externally.

6 Annex A Rx Matrix XML input file examples

6.1 Type A example without AWG control

Shows an example XML script for a Type A test without AWG control, using register names.

6.2 Type B example with AWG control

Presents an example XML script for a Type B test with AWG control.

7 Annex B

7.1 LPC ABEND Driver installation (if needed)

Details the installation of LPC ABEND drivers, noting it's often not needed after FW update.

8 References

9 Legal information