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XM-190 BLE 5.1 Dual-Frequency Module, Prox + MIFARE DESFire
Dual-frequency module with BLE 5.1 that reads HID Prox-compatible and EM credentials plus MIFARE, DESFire, FeliCa and ICODE, over 3.3 V UART or USB.
- BLE 5.1 Bluetooth virtual cards and pass-through at up to 300 bytes/s
- 125 kHz HID Prox-compatible and EM4100/4102/4200/4305/4450 credentials
- 13.56 MHz MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE and NFC Type 1–5
- 3.3 V TTL UART (115200 bps) and USB full speed (12 Mbps)
- External 490 µH LF coil and 50 Ω HF antenna
- Frequency
- 125 kHz + 13.56 MHz + BLE 5.1
- Credentials
- HID Prox-compatible, EM, MIFARE, DESFire, FeliCa, ICODE
- Bluetooth
- BLE 5.1, virtual card + pass-through
- Interface
- UART (3.3 V TTL) + USB
- Power
- 5 V DC, ≤ 190 mA (RF on)
- Dimensions
- 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm
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BLE 5.1 Dual-Frequency Module, Prox + MIFARE DESFire: overview
The XM-190 follows a common migration path at existing sites: 125 kHz prox cards today, DESFire and phones tomorrow. It reads HID Prox-compatible and EM4100/4102/4200/4305/4450 credentials at 125 kHz; MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight and Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags at 13.56 MHz; and it adds BLE 5.1 for app-based access.
The Bluetooth side provides Bluetooth virtual cards, where your mobile app presents the credential, and transparent data pass-through between phone and host at up to 300 bytes/s. iCLASS and Seos are not on this module's list; choose the XM-180 if you need them. The board is 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm, weighs about 2.0 g and is rated from –40 to +85 °C, so it suits outdoor pedestals and parking terminals as well as indoor readers.
Integration notes
The 6-pin, 2.0 mm pitch header provides 5 V DC, GND, a 3.3 V TTL UART at 115200 bps and USB full-speed data at 12 Mbps. External antennas connect to a 4-pin, 1.25 mm connector: a 490 µH ±10 µH coil for 125 kHz and a 50 Ω antenna for 13.56 MHz. The published pin map lists the HF pair first, while the XM-170 and XM-180 list the LF pair first, so confirm antenna pin order on the sample drawing before layout. Current is ≤ 190 mA with the RF field on and ≤ 30 mA off. Firmware can be updated over the serial port, and CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law approvals are listed for the module.
Third-party credential and platform names on this page are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to describe compatibility.
More features
- 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm, about 2.0 g; rated –40 to +85 °C
XM-190 specifications
RF & credentials
| Operating frequency | 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz; Bluetooth LE 5.1 |
|---|---|
| 125 kHz credentials | HID Prox-compatible; EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305, EM4450 |
| 13.56 MHz credentials | MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU (microprocessor) cards, NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags; ISO/IEC 14443A/B and ISO/IEC 15693 cards |
| Protocols | ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 14443B, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092, FeliCa |
| Antenna | External: 50 Ω at 13.56 MHz; 490 µH ±10 µH at 125 kHz |
Interfaces
| Host interfaces | UART (3.3 V TTL levels) and USB |
|---|---|
| Data rate | UART 115200 bps; USB 12 Mbps (full speed); BLE up to 300 bytes/s |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5.1: Bluetooth virtual card and transparent data pass-through |
| Supported host OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7; Linux; Android; macOS |
| Configuration & firmware | Management tool for configuration; firmware upgrade via serial port |
| Connectors | 6-pin 2.0 mm (power/data); 4-pin 1.25 mm (antennas); 2-pin 2.0 mm (fixing only) |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 5 V DC via host header, or 4.3–5.5 V via USB |
|---|---|
| Current, RF field on | ≤ 190 mA |
| Current, RF field off | ≤ 30 mA |
Mechanical & environment
| Dimensions | 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm ±0.5 mm (antennas not included) |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 2.0 g |
| Operating temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Storage temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Operating humidity | 10–90% RH, non-condensing |
Compliance
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, Japan Radio Law (TELEC) — listed for the module; request reports |
|---|
Connector pinout
| Pin | Signal | Function |
|---|---|---|
| P1-1 | VCC | Power input, +5 V DC |
| P1-2 | GND | Ground |
| P1-3 | TXD | UART transmit (3.3 V TTL) |
| P1-4 | RXD | UART receive (3.3 V TTL) |
| P1-5 | USB_DP | USB data + |
| P1-6 | USB_DM | USB data – |
| P2-1 | HF_TX1 | 13.56 MHz antenna, pin 1 |
| P2-2 | HF_TX2 | 13.56 MHz antenna, pin 2 |
| P2-3 | LF_TX1 | 125 kHz antenna, pin 1 |
| P2-4 | LF_TX2 | 125 kHz antenna, pin 2 |
| P3-1 | NC | Mechanical fixing pin, no electrical function |
| P3-2 | NC | Mechanical fixing pin, no electrical function |
P1: 6-pin, 2.0 mm pitch host header. P2: 4-pin, 1.25 mm pitch antenna connector. P3: 2-pin, 2.0 mm pitch fixing header. Antenna pin order as published (HF pair first); confirm on the sample drawing, as the XM-170/XM-180 list the LF pair first.
Multi-technology module family at a glance
| Variant | 125 kHz | 13.56 MHz | iCLASS/Seos-compatible | BLE 5.1 | Mobile wallet | Size (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XM-120-P-E | EM + HID Prox-compatible | — | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-130-D-P | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | — | — | 25 × 15 × 3.0 |
| XM-140-IC-M | — | Yes | Yes | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-150-D | EM | Yes | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-160-D-IC-N | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | Yes | — | Listed (Apple Wallet) | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-170-D-BT | EM | Yes | — | Yes | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-180-D-IC-BT | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Listed (Apple Wallet) | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-190-D-P-BT | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | Yes | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-200-D-P | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
13.56 MHz support = MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight/Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags. All nine modules use external antennas and offer both UART and USB. Sizes in mm, antennas excluded.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| XM-190-D-P-BT | Dual-frequency module with BLE 5.1: 125 kHz EM + HID Prox-compatible, 13.56 MHz MIFARE/DESFire/FeliCa/ICODE; UART + USB |
Where the XM-190 is used
- Door readers that keep honoring prox badges while a site rolls out DESFire and phone keys
- Residential entry panels offering residents a Bluetooth virtual card
- Outdoor parking and EV-charging terminals reading fobs, cards and phones
- Elevator readers configured from a phone over the BLE pass-through channel
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XM-190 FAQ
How does the XM-190 differ from the XM-200?
It adds BLE 5.1 with the same card support. It is also lower (8.8 mm against 9.2 mm) and draws up to 190 mA rather than 180 mA with the RF field on.
Does it support iCLASS or Seos?
No. For iCLASS/Seos-compatible reading with BLE, choose the XM-180.
What is a Bluetooth virtual card?
A credential presented by a phone app from your access platform over BLE instead of a physical card. The module also offers transparent pass-through, so phone and host can exchange data at up to 300 bytes/s.
Which antenna pin order should I lay out?
The published map lists the HF pair first, then LF. Because sibling BLE modules list LF first, confirm against the sample drawing before committing your PCB.
Which host systems are supported?
Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7, Linux, Android and macOS over USB, or any controller with a 3.3 V TTL UART at 115200 bps.
Before you buy
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