The TWN4 USB Front Reader integrates RFID (125 kHz and 13.56 MHz), NFC and Bluetooth Low Energy capabilities into a compact but powerful reader. Thanks to its patented turnable USB connector, which offers a 360° mounting opportunity, the reader can be easily connected to an external USB port. Furthermore, it is equipped with a USB hub that can optionally be disabled. Its reduced size combined with excellent read/write performance makes it the perfect reader for various applications, including but not limited to print solutions and single sign-on. The TWN4 USB Front Reader allows users to read and write almost all common worldwide 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz tags and/or labels. It supports all major transponders from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID etc. and ISO standards like ISO 14443A/B (T=CL), ISO 15693, ISO 18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC).

ELATEC TWN4 family of RFID readers and writers allows users to read and write to almost any 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz tags and/or labels – it supports all major transponders from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID, LEGIC, etc. and ISO standards like ISO 14443A/B (T=CL), ISO 15693, ISO 18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC). TWN4 MultiTech Nano M is designed for integration into machines or other devices. It can be connected to an external antenna through a printed circuit board (125 kHz, 13.56 MHz or both).

Elatec’s TWN4 family of transponder readers and writers allows users to read and write to almost any 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz tags and/or labels – it supports all major transponders from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID, LEGIC, etc. and ISO standards like ISO14443A/B (T=CL), ISO15693, ISO18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC). Our core modules are the foundation of our all-in-one RFID readers thus utilizing the full functionality of our TWN Technology. In order to offer greater flexibility and security, they can be mounted at a random place in a given machine (e.g. bottom of a multi-functional printer) while their antennas can be connected via a cable and situated at a different place in order to allow more convenient identification for users (e.g. ID terminal on the side of a printer). This gives hardware integrators the freedom to optimally use any remaining empty spaces in their machines and attach antennas of their choice. Furthermore, they can communicate through various interfaces like USB, RS232, Serial, I²C, SPI, Clock/Data and Wiegand. The TWN4 MultiTech Core is designed for integration into machines or any other device to be used with an external antenna (125 kHz, 13.56 MHz or both).

The new TWN4 Slim is ELATEC’s smallest compact and flat RFID reader – it’s smaller than a credit card. TWN4 Slim supports all common standards for LF and HF technologies (125 kHz and 13.56 MHz). Smartphone identity solutions such as NFC and Bluetooth ® Low Energy (BLE) are also integrated so they can be used for mobile applications in data communication and authentication. It can be used as a standalone unit connected to a PC or other devices with a USB interface using a cable with a micro-USB interface. TWN4 Slim is also perfectly suited to embed it into machines and devices with an optional clip-on snap-in cover.

The TWN4 MultiTech HF Mini is built for small size, low power consumption, price and flexibility. Thanks to its compact dimensions, it can be integrated directly into the main circuit board. ELATEC’s multi-technology mini readers support high-frequency RFID and optionally NFC. They are designed for integration into machines, handheld computers or any other devices. Outstanding features are the 4 user-configurable ports (to be configured as input or output), beeper support and an integrated high-performance antenna. The simple ASCII or binary protocol enables quick software development cycles. All host communication takes place via SPI or asynchronous serial TTL interface. The module offers positions for placement for two LEDs that can be software controlled. For applications requiring additional security, there is an external Secure Access Module (SAM). This enables the application to perform secure transactions, e.g., payment terminals, etc.

TWN4 MultiTech 3 M BLE integrates RFID (125 kHz and 13.56 MHz), NFC and Bluetooth Low Energy capabilities into a compact but powerful reader. Its reduced size combined with optimized read/write performance makes it the perfect reader for all applications where small size and full performance matters, e.g. print solutions, driver identification, POS integration and many more. Furthermore, TWN4 MultiTech 3 M BLE provides access to most common host interfaces such as USB, serial (TTL) or I²C which are readily accessible through an on-board connector. TWN4 MultiTech 3 M BLE allows users to read and write almost all common worldwide 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz tags and/or labels. It supports all major transponders from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID etc. and ISO standards like ISO 14443A/B (T=CL), ISO 15693, ISO 18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC).

The TWN4 MultiTech 2 reader is an all-in-one proximity reader for the following frequencies: 125 kHz, 134.2 kHz, 13.56 MHz, NFC. It can be connected through UART (TTL, RS232), and USB, and is available as a Module and with Desktop housing. TWN4 MultiTech 2 is also compatible with 60 of the most common RFID technologies currently being used around the world. Furthermore, to expand the realm of supported contactless identification methods, the all-in-one reader also supports NFC and optionally Bluetooth ® Low Energy (BLE). It is compatible with the two most used smartphone operating systems, Android and iOS, so it can also be integrated with mobile identification applications. In addition, TWN4 MultiTech 2 is flexibly programmable. When communicating with RFID transponders, it can make automated decisions based on predefined rules. This type of configuration can easily be reapplied to other card readers by using a contactless configuration card, which considerably reduces installation times in large projects. The TWN4 MultiTech 2 BLE reader has integrated RFID (LF & HF) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which is supported by mobile phones with Android version 4.3 or greater, iOS 8.0 or greater and PCs with Windows (new Bluetooth hardware integrated). The app on the reader communicates with the BLE module with easy commands and has direct enhancement to the GATT structure, which gives you the flexibility to write your custom apps.

TWN4 Palon Compact M is a versatile OEM PCB for integration into third-party products and devices. It supports enhanced interfaces, especially RS-485. The new compact PCB module inherits all advantages and integrated tool support of the ELATEC TWN4 family. Although it is a general-purpose device, it is optimized for time attendance and access control. TWN4 Palon is a multi-technology reader/writer family supporting almost all 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz contactless technologies, including NFC. On-board antennas for HF and LF allow excellent contactless performance. An integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) module supports a broad range of mobile ID and authentication solutions as well.

Optimized housing design for easy, fast and secure installation Integrated LF and HF antennas One on-board SAM socket (Secure Access Module) Interfaces: RS-485, RS-232 and Wiegand or Clock/Data. OSDP protocol optionally, USB Supports quick (re)configuration over network and over wireless interface with TWN4 CONFIG Card Direct chip-commands support Integrated BLE module 2.4 GHz for data communication and authentication, BLE v4.2, upgradable Firmware update in the field possible Powerful SDK for writing apps which are executed directly on the reader On-board 18 kB flash storage, e.g. for storing user accessible non-volatile data TWN4 Upgrade Card for P and PI options available on request 3D construction data (STEP) available on request

The TWN4 MultiTech 2 reader is an all-in-one proximity reader for the following frequencies: 125 kHz, 134.2 kHz, 13.56 MHz, NFC. It can be connected through UART (TTL, RS232), USB, as well as Ethernet, and is available as a PCB module and with Desktop housing. TWN4 MultiTech 2 is also compatible with over 60 of the most common RFID technologies currently being used around the world. Furthermore, to expand the realm of supported contactless identification methods, the all-in-one reader also supports NFC and optionally Bluetooth Low Energy. It is compatible with the two most used smartphone operating systems - Android and iOS. Thus, it can also be integrated into mobile identification applications. In addition, TWN4 MultiTech 2 is flexibly programmable – when communicating with RFID transponders it can make automated decisions based on predefined rules. This type of configuration can easily be re-applied to other card readers by using a contactless configuration card, which considerably reduces installation times in large projects.