Virtual LEGIC® Chip
The LEGIC Card-in-Card technology makes a fusion of LEGIC-based multi-application systems with other micro-controller-based applications on a single RFID-chip possible.
The function of LEGIC transponders is integrated into a Java-capable RFID-card (e.g. SmartMX®) as a “virtual card” in the form of a secure applet (LEGIC all-in-one area). The contactless LEGIC application world can thus be integrates very easily. Typical examples of such third-party cards are:
- ID-cards for logical access as for example PC-login, network access or PKI
- Tickets for public transport / ticketing (e.g. VDV)
- Debit or credit cards
- SIM-cards for NFC-mobile phones
The LEGIC all-in-one Area
The LEGIC all-in-one area is the core element of the virtual transponder. It emulates a LEGIC chip on the micro-processor of your RFID card and has the same multi-application capability and security features (MTSC) as common LEGIC Advant chips. The virtual LEGIC transponder acts for a LEGIC reader exactly like a regular LEGIC Advant chip.
Easy Integration and Flexible Application
Only a few steps are needed to use the LEGIC all-in-one area as a virtual transponder:
| Step | Process / Card Properties | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1) Initialisation | The card is prepared and the LECIG all-in-one area is applies. This step is done in a secure environment. | LEGIC initialised |
| 2) Activation | The LEGIC all-in-one functionality is installed and the applet activated - After this the area can be used as a regular LEGIC transponder. | LEGIC activated (Empty media) |
| 3) Personalisation | Regular use as a LEGIC transponder. Initialising of segments, applying application and personal data. This process is identical for all LEGIC transponders. |
