Kia Optima: Description
The SMART KEY system is a system that allows the user to access and operate a vehicle
in a very convenient way. To access the vehicle, no traditional key or remote control
unit is needed.
The user carries a SMART KEY FOB which does not require any conscious
actions by the user (e.g. operate a RKE button). The SMART KEY system is triggered
by pressing a push button in the door handle.
After being triggered the vehicle sends out a request in a limited range. If the
SMART KEY FOB receives this request, it automatically sends a response to the vehicle.
Then the system decides whether to perform a particular action (unlocking, locking…)
or remain inactive.
Again, a communication between the vehicle and the SMART KEY
FOB is needed before any actions will be performed.
The System offers the following features :
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Passive unlock via door driver
side and passenger side |
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Passive locking via door driver
side and passenger side |
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Passive access trunk via the
trunk lid switch at the trunk |
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Passive locking via tailgate |
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Max. 2 fobs can be handled by
the system |
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Immobilizer backup antenna driver
integrated into FOB-HOLDER for TP authentication (i.e. limp home mode) |
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Communication with engine management
system |
1. |
Passive unlock The system allows
the user to access (unlock) the vehicle without performing any actions with
the SMART KEY FOB. This feature could be different depending on platform
as follows:
A. |
Pressing Push button
in door handle |
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2. |
Passive locking The system
allows the user to lock the vehicle by pushing a button on door handle with
the SMART KEY FOB.
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3. |
Button start The system allows
to switch the power modes (Off, Accessory, Ignition), as well as to start
and stop the vehicle’s engine without performing any actions with the SMART
KEY FOB. See Button Engine Start system specification.
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4. |
LIMP HOME Mode Additionally,
the system offers so called “limp home mode”, which is the user can operate
all vehicle functions by inserting the key into the FOB HOLDER.
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Smart Key ECU (SMK ECU)
The SMK ECU manages all functions related to “Passive
Unlock”, “Passive Lock” and “Passive Authorization for Engine Start Operation”.
It reads the inputs (Push button in door handle, Start Stop Button (SSB), PARK position
Switch), controls the outputs (e.g. exterior and interior antennas), and communicates
via the CAN/LIN (depends on the vehicle) as well as a single line interface to further
devices of the car.
It reads the inputs (Push button in door handle, Start Stop
Button (SSB), PARK position Switch), controls the outputs (e.g. exterior and interior
antennas), and communicates via the CAN as well as a single line interface to further
devices of the car.
For communication with the SMART KEY FOB, SMK ECU generates a request (challenge)
as an encoded and modulated 125 kHz signal at the inductive antenna outputs and
receives the SMART KEY FOB’s response via the external RF receiver.
The main functional
blocks of the SMK ECU are:
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Microcontroller with FLASH Memory |
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Single Line Interface to SRX |
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Single Line Interface to EMS |
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LF antenna amplifier/driver |
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CAN communication with BCM |
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LIN communication with other
unit (depending on platform) |
The LF antenna amplifier/driver generates a 125 kHz sinusoidal carrier signal which
is distributed to the different antennas.
Smart Key FOB
The system supports up to 2 SMART KEY FOBs.
The main functions of the SMART KEY
FOB are:
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Passive functionality: receives
LF-challenge and sends automatically RF response. |
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Classic RKE function by action
up to 6 push buttons. |
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Transponder-functionality in
case of a flat battery or a disturbed communication. |
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LED for operation feedback and
battery monitoring. |
The FOB's LED indicator may continue to light even with a low transmitter
battery. If the performance or range of the FOB is less than expected,
check the transmitter battery.
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Antennas
1. |
Emitting LF Antennas: Inductive
antennas in and at the vehicle are used to transform the current, driven
by the SMK ECU antenna driver, into a 125 kHz magnetic field, which is the
carrier for the SMART KEY challenge.
Three antennas cover the vehicle’s exterior: two antennas in the Door Handles
(DS and PS) cover the area around the doors; one antenna in the rear bumper
covers the area around the trunk.Two antennas cover the vehicle’s exterior:
two antennas in the Door Handles (DS and PS) cover the area around the doors.
Up to three antennas cover the vehicle’s interior and the trunk interior:
two in the passenger compartment and one in the trunk. |
2. |
Bidirectional Immobilizer Antenna
(for Limp Home): The Immobilizer Backup Antenna is used for sending and
receiving data: it emits a magnetic field (125 - 135 kHz challenge) and
receives changes in the field strength (response of Transponder).
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3. |
External Receiver The SMART
KEY FOB’s response is received via the external RF receiver, which is connected
to the SMK ECU via a serial communication Line.
The SMK ECU provides a connector pin for the serial communication Line. |
Door Handle
The front door handles of the two doors (driver door / passenger door)
are equipped with emitting LF-antennas to emit the 125 kHz signals. The front door
handles are also equipped with a push button.
Push Button
The push button in door handle serves as a trigger to indicate the
user’s intent to unlock or lock the vehicle.
The push buttons are installed at front doors, integrated into the door handles.
Another button is installed at the trunk lid.
Passive FunctionsThe system allows the user to access the vehicle without having
to perform any actions (e.g. RKE button pressing) with the SMART KEY FOB. It is
sufficient that a valid SMART KEY F ...