The ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV is a CCID & PC/SC compliant smart card reader, developed based on 13.56MHz contactless technology. This plug-and-play NFC reader is equipped with a high-speed communication capability of up to 848 kbps and a built-in SAM slot, providing key diversification and mutual authentication to enhance the security of contactless transactions.

One of the feature highlights of the ACR1552U is extensive support for various types of smart cards, including ISO 14443 Type A and B Contactless Cards, MIFARE® Cards, FeliCa, ISO 18092 NFC, and ISO 15693 Cards. The reader has USB firmware upgradability and extended APDU support, making it versatile and cost-effective hardware for various industries, such as finance, healthcare, and government.

It also offers intelligent support for three modes of NFC including,

  • Smart Card reader/writer mode
  • Card emulation mode
  • Keyboard emulation mode (Configured by this tool

 

NFC technology not only supports payment functions but can also be used for a variety of applications such as access control systems, transportation ticketing, loyalty programs, etc. The flexibility of NFC readers allows for a wide range of potential applications and benefits.

Compatible with major operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, macOS and Android™, the ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV is powerful and adaptable. It is equipped with a wide range of advanced features and functionality to meet smart card applications that demand high levels of security and reliability.

PC-Linked USB Contactless Reader NFC Reader SAM Slot(s)
  • USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
  • CCID Compliance
  • Contactless Smart Card Reader:
    • Read/Write speed up to 848 kbps
    • Built-in antenna for contactless tag access, with card reading distance of up to 70 mm (depending on tag type)
    • Supports ISO 14443 Type A and B cards, ISO 15693 Cards  and ISO18092 NFC
    • Supports MIFARE® (T=CL), FeliCa, NFC tags, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz Card
    • Built-in anti-collision feature
    • Supports extended APDU (max. 64 kbytes)
    • One ISO7816-compliant SAM slot (Class A)
    • NFC Support
      •    Smart Card Reader/Writer Mode
      •    Card Emulation Mode
      •    Keyboard Emulation Mode
  • Application Programming Interface:
    • Supports PC/SC
    • Supports CT-API (through wrapper on top of PC/SC)
  • Peripherals:
    • User-controllable bi-color LED (Blue & Green)
    • User-controllable buzzer (Monotone)
    • One SAM slot
  • USB Firmware Upgradability
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (mm) Main Body: 98 x 65 x 12.8 mm
Antenna size: 50 x 40 mm
Weight (g) 89 g
USB Interface
Protocol USB CCID
Connector Type USB Type-A (ACR1552U-M1), USB Type-C (ACR1552U-MF)
Power Source From USB port
Speed USB Full Speed (12 Mbps)
Cable Length 1m, Non-detachable
Contactless Smart Card Interface
Standard ISO/IEC 18092 NFC, ISO 14443 Type A & B, ISO 15693, MIFARE®, FeliCa
Protocol ISO 14443-4 Compliant Card, T=CL
MIFARE® Classic Card, T=CL
ISO 15693  
ISO 18092 NFC Tags 
FeliCa
SAM Card Interface
Number of Slots 1 Standard SIM-sized Card Slot
Standard ISO 7816 Class A (5V)
Protocol T=0; T=1
Built-in Peripherals
LED 1 bi-color: Blue and Green
Buzzer Yes
Other Features
Other Features Supported Card Types:
  • ISO 14443 Type A & B Parts 1-4, ISO 15693, ISO 18092 NFC, MIFARE®, FeliCa, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz Card
  NFC Features:
  • Smart Card Reader/Writer, Keyboard Emulation, Card Emulation
Firmware Upgrade Supported
Certifications/Compliance
Certifications/Compliance Certifications:
  • IEC/EN 62368, CE, UKCA, FCC, VCCI, KC, J-LIS, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Microsoft® WHQL
Compliance:
  • USB CCID, PC/SC
Device Driver Operating System Support
Device Driver Operating System Support Windows®, Linux®, macOS, Android™, iOS/iPadOS (16 or above)
Drivers for ACR1552U
USB Interface OS Support
PC/SC Driver Installer  283.03 KB
Version 1.1.10
11-Aug-2023
macOS
Configuration Tool  34.44 KB
Version 100
20-Mar-2024
Windows®
PC/SC Driver Installer  4.77 MB
Version 1.0.4.0
20-Sep-2023
Windows®
PC/SC Driver Installer  3.17 MB
Version 1.1.10
11-Aug-2023
Linux®
Android EVK  1.56 MB
Version 1.1.6
18-Jan-2024
Android™ 3.1 or above



Manuals & Datasheets for ACR1552U
Technical Specification

Technical Specification of ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV

Reference Manual

Reference Manual of ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV