NETWORK-ENABLED USER
AUTHENTICATION AND ACCESS
CONTROL STATION
TWN4 MULTITECH 2 RFID READER + TCP3 NETWORK
INTERFACE MODULE
What is the best way to ensure product quality and production uptime in industrial automation? Make sure
that only trained and authorized people can access the programmable controllers.
HOW IT WORKS:
Authorization data determine if the employee has the proper skill set, is currently trained and certified to access the
manufacturing system hardware and software, or, for instance, is authorized to enter a hazardous area to perform
maintenance or other activities.
Simply put, with the addition of the network interface module to the programmable controller, network connectivity
between the controller and the server is enabled. An RFID reader can then be plugged in to it, providing verification
of user identity and so access to the controller.
ELATEC’s TWN4 MultiTech 2 RFID reader/writer paired with our TCP3 Network Interface Module extends RFID
identification card-based capability to access control of industrial automation software and hardware devices.
With the TWN4 MultiTech 2 + TCP3 hardware combination you get all the flexibility, networking capability, and
security features of both devices. You also get ELATEC’s powerful software and competent customer support to
optimally meet your authentication and access control challenges.
RFID Reader / Network Interface Module
Authentication and Access Control Solution
for Industrial Automation Applications
RFID Card
Reader
PIN Pad
or Other
Industrial Robot
HMI
Industrial PLC
One
Peripheral Device
Managed
Network Switch
Network Interface
Module
Host
Computer
TCP3
Industrial Automation-level Security
When used in industrial automation applications, secure, encrypted communications between the card reader, plant
networks and peripheral devices is often critical. The TCP3 network interface module can send card data and secure
message trac to the host or device networks using standard encryption methods like HTTP/SSL/TLS1.2. A typical
example is when sending message trac to a peripheral device through the TCP3. The TCP3 can exchange security
certificates with a programmable automation controller, like a PLC, ensuring that the message cannot be read by
anyone not authorized.
Remote Programmability and Management
Both the TWN4 MultiTech 2 reader and the TCP3 network interface module are easy to support. No need to send
a technician to the plant floor when an update is needed. Both devices can be easily configured, reconfigured, and
upgraded remotely using ELATEC software on a remote computer managed by plant engineering or IT personnel.
For example, this means that configuration changes and firmware can be remotely updated to all aected devices
simultaneously, saving a significant amount of time.
RFID READER
The ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 is a universal, HF/
LF, reader/writer that supports 60+ RFID transponder
technologies simultaneously as well as near field
communication (NFC) and Bluetooth Low Energy
(BLE) used by smartphones and other mobile devices.
This is ideal for companies employing multiple
card technologies or who want to use their current
identification cards and expand their functionality to
address authentication and access control in their
industrial automation applications.
The TWN4 also makes it easy for a manufacturing
company to migrate from an existing one to a new card
type that better suits their needs.
NETWORK INTERFACE MODULE
The ELATEC TCP3 network interface module is a small,
highly flexible network interface device that shines in
industrial authentication and access control applications. It
has two USB 3.0 connectors for connecting one or two card
readers or, for example, one card reader and another device
such as a PIN pad for two-factor authentication.
The TCP3 can also act as an Ethernet router and has
two gigabit Ethernet connectors, one used for LAN
communications to the Host server and another for
message communications to a peripheral device, like a
PLC, industrial PC or robot automation controller. The host
connection also supports optional Power over Ethernet (PoE)
for applications where it is dicult to find a power source.
TWN4 MultiTech2 RFID Reader – Technical Data
FREQUENCY 125 kHz (LF) / 13.56 MHz (HF) / 2.4 GHz (BLE)
ANTENNA Integrated
HOUSING Material: ABS UL94-V0, color: black or white
DIMENSIONS (L X W X H)
Desktop Reader: 88 mm x 56 mm x 18 mm / 3.5 inch x 2.2 inch x 0.7 inch OEM Board:
76 mm x 49 mm x 9 mm / 3.0 inch x 1.9 inch x 0.4 inch
POWER SUPPLY
4.3 V - 5.5 V via USB; via generic interface (X2) 3.3 V +/- 5%; RS-232 requires 5 V
external power supply
CURRENT CONSUMPTION RF field on: 120 mA typically + 16 mA (BT) / Sleep: 500 µA typ. / Cyclic Operation: TBD
TEMPERATURE RANGE
Desktop, Operating: -25 °C up to +70 °C (-13 °F up to +158 °F)
Desktop, Storage: -45 °C up to +75 °C (-49 °F up to +167 °F)
PCB, Operating: -25 °C up to +80 °C (-13 °F up to +176 °F)
PCB, Storage: -45 °C up to +85 °C (-49 °F up to +185 °F)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY 5% to 95% non-condensing
READ/ WRITE DISTANCE
LF and HF: Up to 100 mm / 4 inch, depending on environment and transponder BT: up
to several meters/feet (configurable, up to +8 dBm power)
OPERATING MODES (USB) USB keyboard emulation – USB virtual COM port – CCID / PC/SC 2.01
BLUETOOTH LOW ENERGY
Bluetooth V4.1, software upgradable to V4.2; easy to integrate in reader App with
commands, optional BGAPI protocol; Standards as GAP, SM, L2CAP, ATT; predefined
GATT structure; up to 8 connections; AES128 support
MTBF 500,000 hours
WEIGHT PCB approx. 13 g / 0.46 oz (no cable) Desktop approx. 118 g / 4.17 oz (with cable)
SUPPORTED TRANSPONDERS
(STANDARD) 13.56 MHZ
ISO14443A:
LEGIC Advant1, MIFARE Classic EV12, MIFARE Classic, MIFARE Mini,
MIFARE DESFire EV1, MIFARE DESFire EV22, MIFARE DESFire Light3, MIFARE Plus
S, X, MIFARE Pro X4, MIFARE Smart MX4, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE Ultralight C,
MIFARE Ultralight EV1, NTAG2xx, PayPass4, SLE44R35, SLE66Rxx (my-d move)4,
Topaz
ISO14443B:
Calypso4, Calypso Innovatron protocol4, CEPAS4, HID iCLASS1, Moneo4, Pico Pass5,
SRI4K, SRIX4K, SRI512, SRT512
ISO18092 ECMA-340:
NFC Forum Tag 1-5, NFC Peer-to-Peer, Sony FeliCa6, NFC Active and passive
communication mode
ISO15693:
EM4x334, EM4x354, HID iCLASS1, HID iCLASS SE/SR1, ICODE SLI, LEGIC Advant1,
M24LR16/64, MB89R118/119, SRF55Vxx (my-d vicinity)4, Tag-it, PicoPass5
SUPPORTED TRANSPONDERS
(STANDARD) 125 KHZ
AWID, Cardax, CASI-RUSCO, Deister8, EM4100, 4102, 42009, EM4050, 4150, 4450,
4550, EM430510, FDX-B10, EM410510, HITAG 111, HITAG 211, HITAG S11, ICT10,
IDTECK, Isonas10, Keri, Miro, Nedap8, PAC10, Pyramid, Q5, T5557, T5567, T5577, TIRIS/
HDX10, TITAN (EM4050), UNIQUE, ZODIAC
SUPPORTED TRANSPONDERS
(OPTION P)
All Standard Transponders, Cotag, G-Prox8, HID DuoProx II, HID ISO Prox II, HID Micro
Prox, HID ProxKey III, HID Prox, HID Prox II, Indala, ioProx, Nexwatch
SUPPORTED TRANSPONDERS
(OPTION PI)
Requires TWN4 SIO Card, All Standard Transponders, All Option P Transponders, HID
iCLASS, HID iCLASS SE/SR/Elite, HID iCLASS SEOS (CSN & Facility Code/PAC)
12
OS SUPPORT
Windows XP, Vista, Embedded CE
10
, 7 (32-/64-bit), 8, 8.1, 10, Linux, Android
10
, iOS10,
MAC OS X
10
PERIPHERAL INTERFACES
USB, RS-232, TTL serial (logic level 3.3 V, CMOS, 5 V tolerant), I²C, 4 GPIOs, Clock/Data,
Wiegand, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
EMEA
Puchheim, Germany
+ 49 89 552 9961 0
sales-rfi[email protected]
ASIA
Shenzhen, China
+ 86 158 1759 1668
[email protected]
AMERICAS
Palm City, Florida, USA
+ 1 772 210 2263
americas-info@elatec.
com
AUSTRALIA
Sydney, Australia
+ 61 449 692 277
[email protected]
JAPAN
Tokyo, Japan
+ 81 355 799 276
[email protected]
TCP3 Network Interface Module – Technical Data
HOUSING ABS UL94-VO
DIMENSIONS (L X W X H) 115 mmx95 mmx 35 mm
POWER SUPPLY External power supply 5 V or Internal Power over Ethernet
CURRENT CONSUMPTION Max. 3 A depending on external load
TEMPERATURE RANGE
Operating: 0°C to +45°C (32°F to 113°F) Storage:-4 0°C up to +85°C (-40°F up to +
185°F)
RELATIVE HUMIDITY 10% to 90% non-condensing
NETWORK
10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s, 1000 Mbit/s converter to Host or converter to Device 500 Mbit/s
between Host & Device, upgradable to 1.2Gbits/s at additional cost Host: DHCP, Static
IP, Device: DHCP, Static IP
MODES OF OPERATION
TCP Server: Device is connected by a TCP client.
TCP Client: Device connects automatically to a specified TCP server. Connection may
be triggered by incoming flow of data on either USB port. For additional security the
connection can be optionally SSL encrypted. Data can be sent via UDP or HTTPS via
JSON.
LAN COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, IPV4, DHCP, SSL/TSL 1.2, Syslog
USB
Two USB 3.0 Host ports
Maximum current: 1.6 A, shared between the two USB ports
Supported devices: Elatec TWN3 or TWN4 readers/writers, many magnetic stripe
readers, many optical bar code readers and PIN pads via HID keyboard or CDC
OPTICALLY ISOLATED VO
2 optically isolated outputs and one optically isolated input traditionally used to support
Foreign Device Interface or Internet of Things
CONNECTORS
Ethernet: 2 x R J45, 10/100/1000Base T. Host connector supports PoE
USB: 2 x USB-A receptacle
8 pin connector for optically isolated signals
Power: For plug 5.5 mm/2.1 mm
LED INDICATORS 4 LEDs which use multi-color to indicate Power, Ready, Busy and Status
MEMORY
RAM: 2 Gb
Flash: 8 GB
SDHC Expansion: Up to 2TB
MTBF 500,000 hours
WEIGHT Approx. 270 g
CERTIFICATIONS RoHS-11 compliant, CE, FCC1, IC1
ORDER CODE(S)
TC3K-BT5EU:
TC3K-BT5US:
TC3K-BT5AUS:
TC3K-BT5UK:
TC3K-BT5JP:
TC3K-BT5E1:
ACCESSORIES Prototype harness for optical 1/0
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (R J45) and power supply EU
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (RJ45) and power supply US
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (RJ45) and power supply AUS
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (RJ45) and power supply UK
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (RJ45) and power supply JP
TCP3 Kit with 0.5 m patch cable (R J45) and Power over Ethernet
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