Fiserv has filed a patent for a system with multiple NFC front ends and a shared controller. The system includes two discrete devices with NFC controllers and a communicative connection between them. The system controller, located on the first device, is connected to both NFC controllers and can control them based on the content being displayed on the second device’s display. GlobalData’s report on Fiserv gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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A system with multiple nfc front ends and shared controller
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230281403A1) describes a system that includes two discrete devices connected through a communicative connection and controlled by a system controller. The first device has a near field communication (NFC) controller, while the second device has an NFC controller and a display. The system controller is located on the first device and is connected to both NFC controllers. The system controller controls the NFC controllers and specifically controls the second NFC controller based on the content to be displayed on the second device's display.
In one embodiment, the first device is a customer-facing payment interface device of a point-of-sale system, and the second device is a merchant-facing peripheral of the same system. The content to be displayed on the merchant-facing peripheral is based on input received at the customer-facing payment interface device. This allows for a seamless and synchronized display of relevant information between the two devices.
The first device includes two NFC readers, and a near field communication library is stored on the second device. The system controller uses this library to interface with the second NFC controller, enabling efficient communication between the devices.
The communicative connection between the two devices is established through a universal serial bus (USB) cable connected to ports on each device. This connection provides access to accessories hubs located on both devices, allowing for additional functionalities and expandability.
The system controller activates a near field communication antenna via the second NFC controller based on the content to be displayed. This ensures that the necessary NFC functionality is enabled when needed.
In another embodiment, the system includes an application instantiated on the first device and a hardware abstraction layer instantiated by the system controller. The hardware abstraction layer is programmed to set the first or second NFC controller based on the context of the application. This allows for flexibility and adaptability in utilizing the NFC controllers based on the specific requirements of different applications.
Overall, this patent describes a system that enables seamless communication and control between two discrete devices through NFC technology. The system has applications in point-of-sale systems, where customer and merchant devices can interact and display relevant information in a synchronized manner. The patent also introduces the concept of accessories hubs and a hardware abstraction layer to enhance functionality and adaptability.
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