ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech M RFID Module Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: ELATEC

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION
SAFETY INFORMATION
INTEGRATION INSTRUCTIONS
INTEGRATOR AND HOST REQUIREMENTS
APPENDIX
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TWN4 MultiTech M
INTEGRATION MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This integration manual explains how to integrate ELATEC RFID module TWN4 MultiTech M into a host device and is mainly intended for integrators and host manufacturers. Before installing the product, the integrators should read and understand the content of this manual and other relevant installation documents.
The content of this manual is subject to changes without prior notice and printed versions might be obsolete. Integrators and host manufacturers are required to use the latest version of this manual.
For the sake of better understanding and readability, this 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 manual has been written in English. Wherever the 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 ELATEC SUPPORT
In case of any technical questions or product malfunction, refer to the ELATEC website (www.elatec.com) or contact ELATEC technical support at support-rfid@elatec.com

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before unpacking and installing the product, this manual and all relevant installation instructions must be read carefully and understood.
The product is an electronic device whose installation requires specific skills and expertise.
The installation of the product should be done by trained and qualified personnel only.
Before installing the product into a host device, the integrator should make sure that he/she has read and understood the ELATEC technical documentation related to the product, as well as the technical documentation related to the host device. In particular, the instructions and safety information given in the user manual of the TWN4 MultiTech family should be read carefully and listed in the technical documentation of the host manufacturer as well, as soon as these instructions and safety information are required for a safe and proper use of the host device containing TWN4 MultiTech M.
ELATEC also recommends the integrators to follow general ESD protective measures during the installation of the product into a host device, e.g. the use of an antistatic wristband or special gloves.
The product might show sharp edges or corners and requires a particular attention during the unpacking and installation.
Unpack the product carefully and do not touch any sharp edges or corners, or any sensitive components on the product. If necessary, wear safety gloves.
The integrator should not touch the antennas (if not shielded), printed circuit boards, connectors or other sensitive components on the product.
Metallic materials on or in direct vicinity to the product might reduce the reading performance of the product. Refer to the installation instructions or contact ELATEC for more information.
In case the product is equipped with a cable, do not twist or pull the cable excessively.
In case the product is equipped with a cable, the cable may not be replaced or extended.
ELATEC excludes any liability for damages or injuries resulting from the use of the product with a cable extension or a replaced cable.
To comply with the applicable RF exposure requirements, the product should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm to any user’s/nearby person’s body at all times. Refer to Chapter “RF exposure considerations” for further information about RF exposure compliance.
The use of other RFID readers or modules in direct vicinity to the product, or in combination with the product might damage the product or alter its reading performance. In case the host device already contains other RFID devices, observe a minimum distance of 30 cm between all RFID devices to achieve the best performance for each device. In case of doubts, contact ELATEC for more information.
Before installing the product into the host device, the power supply of the host device must be turned off.

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.

INTEGRATION INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 GENERAL
TWN4 MultiTech M may be installed into any host device, as long as it is operated under the operational conditions stated in the product user manual and other technical documents (e.g. data sheet). The product is equipped with two integrated RFID antennas. Thus, no antenna installation is required.
3.2 LIST OF APPLICABLE RULES
Refer to the approval certificates, grants and declarations of conformity issued for TWN4 MultiTech M, and to the following rules applicable to TWN4 MultiTech M:

47 CFR 15.207
47 CFR 15.209
47 CFR 15.225
RSS-Gen
RSS-102
RSS-210

3.3 SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL USE CONDITIONS
There are no specific operational use conditions for TWN4 MultiTech M other than the conditions mentioned in the product user manual and data sheet. The host manufacturer and integrator must ensure that these use conditions comply with the use conditions of the host device. In addition, these use conditions must be stated in the user manual of the host device.
3.4 LIMITED MODULE PROCEDURES
Refer to the grant of equipment authorization or approval certificate issued for TWN4 MultiTech M for more information.
3.5 TRACE ANTENNA DESIGN
n/a
3.6 RF EXPOSURE CONSIDERATIONS
The antennas of TWN4 MultiTech M must be installed to meet the applicable RF exposure compliance requirements and any additional testing and authorization process as required.
Refer to Chapter “Safety information” for detailed information about the radio frequency exposure conditions applicable to the product. These RF exposure conditions must be stated in the end-product manual(s) of the host device manufacturer.
3.7 ANTENNAS
TWN4 MultiTech M is equipped with the following antennas: ELATEC TWN4
MultiTech M RFID Module Integrated RFID LF antenna (125 kHz)
Dimensions: 29.00 x 32.00 mm / 1.14 x 1.26 inch
Number of turns: 164
Integrated RFID HF antenna (13.56 MHz)
Dimensions: 44.00 x 46.00 mm / 1.73 x 1.81 inch
Number of turns: 3
For more information, refer to the related product data sheet or other relevant technical documents.
3.8 LABEL AND COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Refer to Chapter “Compliance statements” in the user manual of the TWN4 MultiTech family and to Chapter “Integrator and host requirements” in this integration manual for detailed label and compliance information.
3.9 TEST MODES AND ADDITIONAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS
No specific testing method has been defined by ELATEC for TWN4 MultiTech M.
The product has been tested and found in compliance with the specifications noted on the approval certificates and other relevant approval documents. However, the integrator is still responsible for any additional testing and authorization process required for the end product.
It is recommended that the host device manufacturer installing the modular transmitter perform some investigative measurements to confirm that the resulting composite system does not exceed the spurious emissions limits or band edge limits (e.g., where a different antenna may be causing additional emissions). Detailed information regarding test procedure is described in the relevant rule parts (refer to Chapter “List of applicable rules”).
3.10 ADDITIONAL TESTING, PART 15 SUBPART B DISCLAIMER
TWN4 MultiTech M is only FCC authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter rules) listed on the grant, and the host device manufacturer is responsible for compliance to any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of certification. In addition, the final host system still requires Part 15 Subpart B compliance testing with TWN4 MultiTech M installed.
3.11 INSTALLATION
There are four holes (Ø2.7) for mechanical fixation of TWN4 MultiTech M into the host device. Observe the minimum separation distance recommended by ELATEC when the host device already contains other RFID devices (refer to Chapter “Safety information”) and avoid the use of ferromagnetic screws, as these screws could reduce the reading performance of TWN4 MultiTech M.
3.12 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech M RFID Module -
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The module can be connected via USB, RS-232 and other interfaces. The input voltage is 4.3V to 5.5V.

| CONNECTOR CNA1| CONNECTOR CN1| CONNECTOR CN2
---|---|---|---
Pin| Signal| Signal| Signal
1| USB/Supply Ground (black

wire)

3.13 PROGRAMMATION/SOFTWARE INTEGRATION
n/a
¹Hirose DF11 series, 2mm pitch or type equivalent. In case the reader module is not connected with a cable delivered by ELATEC, the reader module can only be connected with a cable equipped with the following connector:
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Le Qing Lin Hai Electronics Co., Ltd
Part no.: A2002-H04X2
²RS-232 operation is achieved by either closing jumper J2 on the PCB or by connecting pin 6 and pin 8 of CNA.

INTEGRATOR AND HOST REQUIREMENTS

4.1 AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS
TWN4 MultiTech M has been certified as a module and does not need further approval, provided that the module is used in accordance with the FCC grant conditions and no limitations or usage conditions have been defined by ELATEC. However, the host manufacturer must ensure that the host device still complies with all applicable regulations after the module integration.
In particular, the host integrator installing TWN4 MultiTech M into their device must ensure that the final composite product complies with the FCC requirements by a technical assessment or evaluation to the FCC rules, including the transmitter operation and should refer to guidance in KDB 996369.
4.2 LABELING REQUIREMENTS
4.2.1 FCC AND ISED CANADA
Using a permanently affixed label, TWN4 MultiTech M must be labeled with its own FCC and IC identification numbers.
FCC ID: WP5TWN4F17
IC: 7948A-TWN4F17
In case this label is not visible anymore after integration into the host device, it is necessary to bring a label on the host device (on a visible and accessible place) stating the FCC and IC identification numbers of the integrated TWN4 MultiTech M:
Contains FCC ID: WP5TWN4F17
Contains IC: 7948A-TWN4F17
In case several modules have been integrated into the host device, the label should state all FCC and IC identification numbers of the integrated modules.
Example:
“Contains FCC IDs: XXX-XXXXXXX, YYY-YYYYYYY, ZZZ-ZZZZZZZ”
“Contains transmitter modules IC: XXXXX-XXXXXX, YYYYY-YYYYYY, ZZZZZ-ZZZZZZ”
4.3 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES
Where special accessories, such as shielded cables and/or special connectors, are required to comply with the emission limits, the instruction manual shall include appropriate instructions on the first page of the text describing the installation of the device.
4.4 SIMULTANEOUS TRANSMISSION
When the host product supports simultaneous-transmission operations, the host manufacturer needs to check if there are additional RF exposure filing requirements due to the simultaneous transmissions.
When additional application filing for RF exposure compliance demonstration is not required (e. g. the RF module in combination with all simultaneously operating transmitters complies with the RF exposure simultaneous transmission SAR test exclusion requirements), the host manufacturer may do his own evaluation without any filing, using reasonable engineering judgment and testing for confirming compliance with out-of-band, restricted band, and spurious emission requirements in the simultaneous-transmission operating modes. If additional filing is required, please contact the person at ELATEC GmbH responsible for certification of the RF module.

APPENDIX

A – RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION
ELATEC documentation

TWN4 MultiTech family, user manual
TWN4 MultiTech M data sheet

External documentation

Document name	Document title/description	Source
n/a	Technical documentation related to the host device	Host device

manufacturer
784748 D01 General labeling and Notification| General Guidelines for Labeling and Other Information Required to be Provided to Users| Federal Communications Commission
Office of Engineering and Technology
Laboratory Division
996369 D01 Module Equip Auth Guide| Transmitter Module Equipment Authorization Guide| Federal Communications Commission
Office of Engineering and Technology
Laboratory Division
996369 D02 Module Q and A| Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Modules| Federal Communications Commission
Office of Engineering and Technology
Laboratory Division
996369 D03 OEM Manual| Guidance for Modular Transmitter Instruction Manuals and TCB Certification Application Reviews| Federal Communications Commission
Office of Engineering and Technology
Laboratory Division
996369 D04 Module Integration Guide| Modular Transmitter Integration Guide—Guidance for Host Product Manufacturers| Federal Communications Commission
Office of Engineering and Technology
Laboratory Division
RSS-Gen| General Requirements for Compliance of Radio
Apparatus| Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada
RSS-102| Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of Radiocommunication Apparatus (All Frequency
Bands)| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
RSS-210| Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus: Category I
Equipment| Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Canada
Title 47 of the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR)| FCC’s rules and regulations| Federal Communications
Commission

B – TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

TERM	EXPLANATION
ESD	electrostatic discharge
HF	high frequency
LF	low frequency
n/a	not applicable
RFID	radio frequency identification
SAR	specific absorption rate

C – REVISION HISTORY

VERSION	CHANGE DESCRIPTION	EDITION
06	Editorial changes, chapters “Introduction”, “Safety information”,

“Integration instructions” and “Integrator and host requirements” updated, chapter “Compliance statements” deleted.| 05/2024
05| Chapter “Electrical Connection” updated| 03/2022
04| Chapters “About this Manual”, “Safety Information” and “Compliance Statements” updated| 02/2022
03| Editorial changes (new layout, template):
Chapter “Safety notes” replaced by chapter “Safety Information”, chapter “Integration in other devices” replaced by chapter “Integration Instructions”, chapter “Further Requirements” replaced by chapters “Compliance Statements” and “Integrator and Host Requirements”| 07/2021
02| First edition| 11/2020
01| Internal version| n/a
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