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Information technology — Radio frequency identification for item management — Part 3: Parameters for air interface communications at 13,56 MHz

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ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010

Information technology — Radio frequency identification for item management — Part 3: Parameters for air interface communications at 13,56 MHz

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Format:: Electronic (PDF)
Number of pages:: 163
Publication date:: November 4, 2010
Edition:: ISO/IEC IS 18000 edition 3 version 1
ICS:: 35.040

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Description (English):

ISO/IEC 18000 has been developed in order to: provide a framework to define common communications protocols for Internationally useable frequencies for radio frequency identification (RFID), and, where possible, to determine the use of the same protocols for all frequencies such that the problems of migrating from one to another are diminished; minimize software and implementation costs; enable system management and control and information exchange to be common as far as is possible. ISO/IEC 18000-1 provides explanation of the concepts behind ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010. ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010 has 3 MODES of operation, intended to address different applications. The detailed technical differences between the modes are shown in parameter tables. ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010 provides physical layer, collision management system and protocol values for RFID systems for item identification operating at 13,56 MHz in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 18000-1. It provides definitions for systems for each MODE determined in ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010. It defines three non-interfering MODES. The MODES are not interoperable. The MODES, whilst not interoperable, are non-interfering.

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Technical committee: ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31 - Automatic identification and data capture techniques
SKU: ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010

Abstract

Overview

ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010 specifies air interface parameters for RFID systems operating at 13.56 MHz used in item management. Part of the ISO/IEC 18000 family, this standard defines the physical layer, collision management, and protocol values for interrogator-to-tag and tag-to-interrogator communications. It supports global interoperability goals by providing a common framework for implementation, command structure, and conformance testing while minimizing migration effort between frequencies where possible.

Key Topics and Requirements

Frequency and scope: Parameters for RFID item identification at 13.56 MHz.
Three MODES of operation: MODE 1, MODE 2 and MODE 3 are defined. They are non-interoperable but non‑interfering, with detailed parameter tables for each mode.
Physical layer: Waveform, modulation, and link characteristics for both directions (interrogator→tag and tag→interrogator).
Collision management and MAC: Methods and parameters to manage multiple tags (slot counters, Q selection, anti‑collision algorithms).
Protocol and command structure: Mandatory, optional, custom and proprietary commands; mechanisms for inventory, access (read/write), lock, kill and other tag operations.
Conformance and compliance: Requirements and measurement aspects for interoperable interrogators (readers) and tags.
Error detection and integrity: CRC methods and examples (CRC‑16, CRC‑32) included in informative/normative annexes.
Annex material: Extensive annexes covering state transitions, command responses, error codes, modulation methods (e.g., Phase Jitter Modulation), example exchanges, and known inter‑mode interference considerations.

Practical Applications and Users

ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010 is essential for organizations involved in:

RFID reader/interrogator manufacturers - implement compliant physical and protocol layers.
RFID tag and IC designers - ensure tag behavior, memory banks and commands meet mode specifications.
System integrators and solution providers - design inventory, access control, supply‑chain and asset‑tracking systems that use 13.56 MHz tags.
Retail, library, healthcare, logistics and asset management - deploy reliable item-level identification where short-range 13.56 MHz RFID is appropriate.
Test laboratories and certification bodies - validate conformance and interoperability according to the standard.

Adoption improves interoperability, reduces implementation costs, and standardizes collision handling and command behavior across devices.

Related Standards

ISO/IEC 18000-1 - conceptual framework and presentation for the 18000 series (referenced by Part 3).
ISO/IEC 18000 (series) - other parts define parameters for alternative RFID frequencies and use cases.
ISO/IEC 15962 - referenced for data protocol support in annexes.

Keywords: ISO/IEC 18000-3, RFID standard, 13.56 MHz, air interface, collision management, RFID tags, RFID readers, physical layer, RFID protocol, item management.

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Abstract

Overview

Key Topics and Requirements

Frequency and scope: Parameters for RFID item identification at 13.56 MHz.
Three MODES of operation: MODE 1, MODE 2 and MODE 3 are defined. They are non-interoperable but non‑interfering, with detailed parameter tables for each mode.
Physical layer: Waveform, modulation, and link characteristics for both directions (interrogator→tag and tag→interrogator).
Collision management and MAC: Methods and parameters to manage multiple tags (slot counters, Q selection, anti‑collision algorithms).
Protocol and command structure: Mandatory, optional, custom and proprietary commands; mechanisms for inventory, access (read/write), lock, kill and other tag operations.
Conformance and compliance: Requirements and measurement aspects for interoperable interrogators (readers) and tags.
Error detection and integrity: CRC methods and examples (CRC‑16, CRC‑32) included in informative/normative annexes.
Annex material: Extensive annexes covering state transitions, command responses, error codes, modulation methods (e.g., Phase Jitter Modulation), example exchanges, and known inter‑mode interference considerations.

Practical Applications and Users

ISO/IEC 18000-3:2010 is essential for organizations involved in:

RFID reader/interrogator manufacturers - implement compliant physical and protocol layers.
RFID tag and IC designers - ensure tag behavior, memory banks and commands meet mode specifications.
System integrators and solution providers - design inventory, access control, supply‑chain and asset‑tracking systems that use 13.56 MHz tags.
Retail, library, healthcare, logistics and asset management - deploy reliable item-level identification where short-range 13.56 MHz RFID is appropriate.
Test laboratories and certification bodies - validate conformance and interoperability according to the standard.

Adoption improves interoperability, reduces implementation costs, and standardizes collision handling and command behavior across devices.

Related Standards

ISO/IEC 18000-1 - conceptual framework and presentation for the 18000 series (referenced by Part 3).
ISO/IEC 18000 (series) - other parts define parameters for alternative RFID frequencies and use cases.
ISO/IEC 15962 - referenced for data protocol support in annexes.

Keywords: ISO/IEC 18000-3, RFID standard, 13.56 MHz, air interface, collision management, RFID tags, RFID readers, physical layer, RFID protocol, item management.

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Key Topics and Requirements

Practical Applications and Users

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