NXP AN10682: How to Use PN533 NFC Transmission Module
Comprehensive guide for implementing the NXP PN533 NFC module, covering hardware configuration, power distribution, host interfaces (USB/HSU), and command structures.
Overview
This application note provides a detailed guide on using the PN533, a highly integrated 13.56 MHz NFC transmission module with an embedded 80C51 microcontroller core. It details the module's support for ISO/IEC 14443A/B, MIFARE Classic/Ultralight/DESFire encryption, FeliCa, and NFCIP-1 protocols. The document outlines operational configuration modes including Standard, PN512 emulation, and RF field ON. Hardware implementation details cover USB 2.0 Full Speed and High-Speed UART (HSU) host interfaces, I2C master functionality for driving external EEPROMs or TDA8029 contact readers, and power distribution schemes for both USB bus-powered and host-powered applications.
Use Cases
- NFC card reader/writer design
- Peer-to-peer NFC communication
- EMVCo or PayPass compliant payment terminals
- Integrated contactless and contact card reader systems
- USB-powered NFC peripheral development
Topics
Referenced Parts
NXP
I2C master interface to support the bridge to the TDA8029 contact reader (2 dedicated GP-IOs)
PN533/C250
NXP
Creation: application note for samples PN533/C250
| PN5331B3HN | NXP | The PN5331B3HN with embedded firmware has following features: |
| TDA8029 | NXP | I2C master interface to support the bridge to the TDA8029 contact reader (2 dedicated GP-IOs) |
| BR24C02FV-W | ROHM Semiconductor | EEPROM BR24C02FV-W (reset) |
| PN512 | NXP | the PN533 is configured to act as real PN512 IC using serial interface. |
| PN533/C250 | NXP | Creation: application note for samples PN533/C250 |