StrongLink SL040 USB Mifare Reader User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- StrongLink
Table of Contents
StrongLink SL040 USB Mifare Reader
MAIN FEATURES
- USB Keyboard Emulator, Plug and Play
- Frequency: 13.56MHz
- UID read supported: Mifare Mini, Mifare 1k, Mifare 4k, Mifare Plus, Ultralight, DesFire & Mifare_ProX
- Data read supported: Mifare Mini, Mifare 1k, Mifare 4k and Ultralight
- Integrated antenna, LED and Buzzer
- Working current less than 80mA @5.0V
- Operating distance: Up to 60mm, depending on tag
- Storage temperature: -20 ºC ~ +85 ºC
- Operating temperature: -10 ºC ~ +70 ºC
- Dimension: 65mm × 46mm × 7 mm
SETTING MODE
Switching SW1-1 to OFF position and repower, SL040 goto setting mode. Run
SL040Config.exe, RED-LED on SL040 will glitter. 
- Read Unique Number
- LSB First or HSB First
- HEX or Decimals
e.g. data stored in block0 of Mifare 1k as below sheet 
If [LSB] and [HEX] selected, SL040 output 01020304 If [MSB] and [Decimalist] selected, SL040 output 0067305985 Remark: SL040 will append 0 in the front to keep all the output 10 digits numbers unified in DEC.
Read Data
SL040 not only output the UID can also read data from Ultralight, Mifare Mini,
Mifare 1k and Mifare 4k.
Remark: All blocks which to be read should be have same key.
WORKING MODE
Switching SW1-1 to ON position and repower, SL040 run working mode. RED-LED on SL040 will light. According to the config information stored in memory, SL040 will automatically read the unique serial number and data, then output to PC when Mifare tag in its detective range.
SW1
- SW1-1 OFF: setting mode
- SW1-1 ON: working mode
- SW1-2 OFF: output without “CR”
- SW1-2 ON: output append postamble “CR”
LEDs
RED-LED glitter: setting mode
RED-LED light: working mode
GREEN-LED light: tag in detective range
BUZZER
When Mifare tag moved into detective range automatically beep.
FCC Statement
15.19
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
15.21
Note: The grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. Such modifications
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
15.105(b)
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM) NOTES
- The OEM must certify the final end product to comply with unintentional radiators (FCC Sections 15.107 and 15.109) before declaring compliance of the final product to Part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations. Integration into devices that are directly or indirectly connected to AC lines must add with Class II Permissive Change.
- The OEM must comply with the FCC labeling requirements. If the module’s label is not visible when installed, then an additional permanent label must be applied on the outside of the finished product which states: “Contains transmitter module FCC ID: 2A6JP-SL040. Additionally,the following statement should be included on the label and in the final product’s user manual: “This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interferences, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.”
- The module is limited to installation in mobile or fixed applications. Separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configuration with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations.
- A module or modules can only be used without additional authorizations if they have been tested and granted under the same intended end‐use operational conditions, including simultaneous transmission operations. When they have not been tested and granted in this manner, additional testing and/or FCC application filing may be required. The most straightforward approach to address additional testing conditions is to have the grantee responsible for the certification of at least one of the modules submit a permissive change application. When having a module grantee file a permissive change is not practical or feasible, the following guide provides some additional options for host manufacturers. Integrations using modules where additional testing and/or FCC application filing(s) may be required are: (A) a module used in devices requiring additional RF exposure compliance information (e.g., MPE evaluation or SAR testing); (B) limited and/or split modules not meeting all of the module requirements; and (C) simultaneous transmissions for independent collocated transmitters not previously granted together.
This Module is full modular approval, it is limited to OEM installation ONLY. Integration into devices that are directly or indirectly connected to AC lines must add with Class II Permissive Change. (OEM) Integrator has to assure compliance of the entire end product include the integrated Module. Additional measurements (15B) and/or equipment authorizations (e.g Verification) may need to be addressed depending on co-location or simultaneous transmission issues if applicable. (OEM) Integrator is reminded to assure that these installation instructions will not be made available to the end-user of the final host device.
2.2 List of applicable FCC rules
List the FCC rules that are applicable to the modular transmitter. These are
the rules that specifically establish the bands of operation, the power,
spurious emissions, and operating fundamental frequencies. DO NOT list
compliance to unintentional-radiator rules (Part 15 Subpart B) since that is
not a condition of a module grant that is extended to a host manufacturer. See
also Section 2.10 below concerning the need to notify host manufacturers that
further testing is required.3
Explanation: This module meets the requirements of FCC part 15C(15.225).
2.3 Summarize the specific operational use conditions
Describe use conditions that are applicable to the modular transmitter,
including for example any limits on antennas, etc. For example, if point-to-
point antennas are used that require reduction in power or compensation for
cable loss, then this information must be in the instructions. If the use
condition limitations extend to professional users, then instructions must
state that this information also extends to the host manufacturer’s
instruction manual. In addition, certain information may also be needed, such
as peak gain per frequency band and minimum gain, specifically for master
devices in 5 GHz DFS bands.
Explanation: The EUT has a PCB Antenna, and the antenna use a permanently
attached antenna which is not replaceable. The EUT works at 13.56MHz in the
mode of 100% ASK.
2.4 Limited module procedures
If a modular transmitter is approved as a “limited module,” then the module
manufacturer is responsible for approving the host environment that the
limited module is used with. The manufacturer of a limited module must
describe, both in the filing and in the installation instructions, the
alternative means that the limited module manufacturer uses to verify that the
host meets the necessary requirements to satisfy the module limiting
conditions. A limited module manufacturer has the flexibility to define its
alternative method to address the conditions that limit the initial approval,
such as: shielding, minimum signaling amplitude, buffered modulation/data
inputs, or power supply regulation. The alternative method could include that
the limited module manufacturer reviews detailed test data or host designs
prior to giving the host manufacturer approval. This limited module procedure
is also applicable for RF exposure evaluation when it is necessary to
demonstrate compliance in a specific host. The module manufacturer must state
how control of the product into which the modular transmitter will be
installed will be maintained such that full compliance of the product is
always ensured. For additional hosts other than the specific host originally
granted with a limited module, a Class II permissive change is required on the
module grant to register the additional host as a specific host also approved
with the module.
Explanation: The module is a limited module. The module transmitter lack
of RF shielding.
2.5 Trace antenna designs
For a modular transmitter with trace antenna designs, see the guidance in
Question 11 of KDB Publication 996369 D02 FAQ – Modules for Micro-Strip
Antennas and traces. The integration information shall include for the TCB
review the integration instructions for the following aspects:
layout of trace design, parts list (BOM), antenna, connectors, and isolation
requirements.
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Information that includes permitted variances (e.g., trace boundary limits, thickness, length, width, shape(s), dielectric constant, and impedance as applicable for each type of antenna);
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Each design shall be considered a different type (e.g., antenna length in multiple(s) of frequency,
the wavelength and antenna shape (traces in phase) can affect antenna gain and must be considered); -
The parameters shall be provided in a manner permitting host manufacturers to design the printed circuit (PC) board layout;
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Appropriate parts by manufacturer and specifications;
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Test procedures for design verification; and
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Production test procedures for ensuring compliance.
The module grantee shall provide a notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the instructions, requires that the host product manufacturer must notify the module grantee that they wish to change the antenna trace design. In this case, a Class II permissive change application is required to be filed by the grantee, or the host manufacturer can take responsibility through the change in FCC ID (new application) procedure followed by a Class II permissive change application. Explanation: The module has a PCB Antenna, and the antenna use a permanently attached antenna which is not replaceable.
2.6 RF exposure considerations
It is essential for module grantees to clearly and explicitly state the RF
exposure conditions that permit a host product manufacturer to use the module.
Two types of instructions are required for RF exposure information: (1) to the
host product manufacturer, to define the application conditions (mobile,
portable – xx cm from a person’s body); and (2) additional text needed for the
host product manufacturer to provide to end-users in their end-product
manuals. If RF exposure statements and use conditions are not provided, then
the host product manufacturer is required to take responsibility of the module
through a change in FCC ID (new application).
Explanation: This module complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment, This equipment should be installed
and operated with a minimum distance of 5mm centimeters between the radiator
and your body.” This module is designed to comply with the FCC statement, FCC
ID is: 2A6JP-SL040.
2.7 Antennas
A list of antennas included in the application for certification must be
provided in the instructions. For modular transmitters approved as limited
modules, all applicable professional installer instructions must be included
as part of the information to the host product manufacturer. The antenna list
shall also identify the antenna types (monopole, PIFA, dipole, etc. (note that
for example an “Omni-directional antenna” is not considered to be a specific
“antenna type”)).
For situations where the host product manufacturer is responsible for an
external connector, for example with an RF pin and antenna trace design, the
integration instructions shall inform the installer that unique antenna
connector must be used on the Part 15 authorized transmitters used in the host
product. The module manufacturers shall provide a list of acceptable unique
connectors.
Explanation: The EUT has a PCB Antenna, and the antenna use a permanently
attached antenna which is unique.
2.8 Label and compliance information
Grantees are responsible for the continued compliance of their modules to the
FCC rules. This includes advising host product manufacturers that they need to
provide a physical or e-label stating “Contains FCC ID” with their finished
product. See Guidelines for Labeling and User Information for RF Devices – KDB
Publication 784748.
Explanation: The host system using this module, should have label in a
visible area indicating the following texts: “Contains FCC ID: 2A6JP-SL040”
2.9 Information on test modes and additional testing requirements
Additional guidance for testing host products is given in KDB Publication
996369 D04 Module Integration Guide. Test modes should take into consideration
different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a
host, as well as for multiple simultaneously transmitting modules or other
transmitters in a host product. The grantee should provide information on how
to configure test modes for host product evaluation for different operational
conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, versus with
multiple, simultaneously transmitting modules or other transmitters in a host.
Grantees can increase the utility of their modular transmitters by providing
special means, modes, or instructions that simulate or characterizes a
connection by enabling a transmitter. This can greatly simplify a host
manufacturer’s determination that a module as installed in a host complies
with FCC requirements. Explanation: Top band can increase the utility of our
modular transmitters by providing instructions that simulate or characterize a
connection by enabling a transmitter.
2.10 Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer
The grantee should include a statement that the modular transmitter is only
FCC authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter rules)
listed on the grant, and that the host product manufacturer is responsible for
compliance to any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the
modular transmitter grant of certification. If the grantee markets their
product as being Part 15 Subpart B compliant (when it also contains
unintentional-radiator digital circuity), then the grantee shall provide a
notice stating that the final host product still requires Part 15 Subpart B
compliance testing with the modular transmitter installed.
Explanation: The module without unintentional-radiator digital circuity,
so the module does not require an evaluation by FCC Part 15 Subpart B. The
host shoule be evaluated by the FCC Subpart B.
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