NEC Develops World's First Multi-Frequency, Multi-Protocol RFID Reader/Writer
September 05 2007 - 9:00PM
PR Newswire (US)
TOKYO, September 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- - Development Targets
a Compact and Low-Cost Reader/Writer for Wide-Spread Use of RFID by
Retail and Individual Customers NEC Corporation has developed the
world's first(1) multi-RFID reader/writer (a device that can both
read and write tag data) supporting three major RFID (IC) tag
frequencies (13.56MHz, UHF band and 2.45GHz), as well as the
world's most used protocols(2). To further miniaturize and reduce
the cost of the multi-reader/writer, NEC plans to commercialize
dedicated LSI in fiscal 2008. With the market exhibiting a mix of
RFID tags with different frequencies and protocols, the
unavailability of a dedicated reader/writer for all RFID tags has
created a bottleneck in expansion of the RFID market. The newly
developed multi-RFID reader/writer makes it possible to read and
write any RFID tag information contained in any product or item
with this one device by supporting all the major RFID tags
presently in use around the world. In addition, the new multi-RFID
reader/writer is configured to allow easy expansion of functions
through the additional installation of new network software,
thereby making it unnecessary to replace the reader/writer when new
protocol RFID tags are introduced on the market. "NEC has always
been an enthusiastic promoter of products and solutions that
incorporate RFID technology through an array of partnerships and
collaborative ventures, including the joint development with Toyo
Seikan of the world's first RFID tag-embedded plastic bottle cap,"
said Taiki Matsuo, General Manager of the Ubiquitous Solution
Promotion Division, NEC Corporation. "The development of our new
multi-reader/writer, which supports a variety of leading global
protocols, is an integral part of NEC's commitment to the continued
advancement of RFID technology." NEC will continue to draw on its
collective know-how to develop dedicated LSI that will bring about
a more compact and low-cost reader/writer. This will enable the
device to be embedded into general consumer terminals, such as PCs,
mobile phones and game machines, as well as stationary terminals at
retail stores and facilities. RFID has conventionally been used for
corporate activities, namely SCM (supply change management) and
traceability(3) for production and distribution. The advent of a
reader/writer that can be mounted in regular consumers' terminals
will enable easier acquisition of information on a company's
products or services and enquiries through RFID tags attached to
all sorts of products. It is expected that the use of this device
will spread to the field of CRM (customer relationship management)
to further link businesses with consumers in the future. NEC will
continue to expand its corporate solutions that apply RFID
technology to enhance the use of RFID tags worldwide. The
features/specifications of NEC's new multi-reader/writer are
outlined in the attachment. Notes: (1) The world's first multi
reader/writer that operates in the 13.56MHz, UHF and 2.45GHz
frequencies and is compatible with the 6 types of RFID tags as
shown below. (2) Protocol refers to the procedures that enable
communication between a RFID tag and a reader/writer. The RFID tags
compatible with the new multi reader/writer are as follows:
13.56MHz I+CODE SLI (ISO/IEC15693) Tag-it HF-I (ISO/IEC15693) 952 -
954MHz (UHF) EPC global Class1 Gen2 (ISO/IEC18000-6 Type C), e.g.
MONZA (Impinj, Inc.) Etc. mu-chip Hibiki (ISO/IEC18000-6 Type C
compliant and secure RFID protocol(i) to be applied) (i) Secure
RFID protocol has been developed through the secure IC tag project
carried out by METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) in
Japan. (August 2006 - March 2007) 2.45GHz mu-chip (read-only ROM IC
chip, proprietary tag manufactured by Hitachi) Bottle cap tag
(proprietary tag jointly developed by NEC and Toyo Seikan) (3)
Refers to the tracking of a product's production history or present
location. Tag-it is a trademark of Texas Instrument Incorporated. I
CODE is a trademark of NXP Semiconductors. MONZA is a trademark of
Impinj, Inc. mu-chip and the mu-chip logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Hitachi Corporation in Japan and other
countries. The other company and product names in this press
release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners. About NEC Corporation NEC Corporation (NASDAQ:NIPNY) is one
of the world's leading providers of Internet, broadband network and
enterprise business solutions dedicated to meeting the specialized
needs of its diverse and global base of customers. NEC delivers
tailored solutions in the key fields of computer, networking and
electron devices, by integrating its technical strengths in IT and
Networks, and by providing advanced semiconductor solutions through
NEC Electronics Corporation. The NEC Group employs more than
150,000 people worldwide. For additional information, please visit
the NEC home page at: http://www.nec.com/ Attachment Main Features
of the RFID Multi-Reader/Writer The rewriting of software enables
the device to read RFID tags with different wireless communication
specifications, such as protocols and frequencies, The device
enables communication with 6 types of RFID tags across three
frequencies (13.56MHz, UHF (952-954MHz), and 2.45GHz), The device
automatically identifies RFID tags that are held over the antenna.
The hardware, including the antenna, is contained in one package.
Specifications Compatible Tags 13.56MHz: I CODE SLI (ISO/IEC15693)
Tag-it HF-I (ISO/IEC15693) 952 -954MHz: EPC global Class1 Gen2
(ISO18000-6 Type C) e.g. MONZA (Impinj, Inc), etc. mu-chip Hibiki
(ISO/IEC18000-6 Type C compliant and secure RFID protocol(i) to be
applied) (i) Secure RFID protocol has been developed through the
secure IC tag project promoted by METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade
and Industry) in Japan. (August 2006 - March 2007) 2.45GHz: mu-chip
(proprietary tag manufactured by Hitachi) Bottle cap tag
(proprietary tag jointly developed by NEC and Toyo Seikan) Category
of Wireless 13.56MHz inductive data readable/writable System
equipment 952-954MHz specified low power radio equipment (for
mobile object identification) 2.45GHz: specified low power radio
equipment (for mobile object identification) (ii)The reader/writer
isn't simultaneously capable of communicating tags over three
bands. Compatible Frequencies 13.56MHz, 952-954MHz, 2.45GHz
External Interface 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX Operational
10degrees-30degrees/ 30 % - 80% (no condensation) Temperature /
Humidity Power Supply DC 10V, 4A AC Adaptor AC 100 -240V, 1.2A
56/60Hz Dimensions 153mm (W) x132.5mm (D) x109mm (H) Weight 680g
Tag-it is a trademark of Texas Instrument Incorporated. I CODE is a
trademark of NXP Semiconductors. MONZA is a trademark of Impinj,
Inc. mu-chip and the mu-chip logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Hitachi Corporation in Japan and other countries.
DATASOURCE: NEC Corporation CONTACT: Nec Press Contacts: Diane
Foley, NEC Corporation (Japan), +81-3-37986511, ; Chris Shimizu,
NEC Europe, Ltd., +44-20-8752-2794, ; Masako Hirano, Business
Coordination Center (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., +65-6379-2570, ; Kosuke
Yamauchi, NEC Corporation of America, +1-212-326-2504,
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