In an embodiment, an integrated circuit (IC) device is disclosed. In the embodiment, the IC device includes a load modulation module, a current source coupled to the load modulation module, an interface to a resonant circuit, the interface coupled to the load modulation module and the current source, and an interface to a charge source, the interface coupled to the current source, wherein the load modulation module is configured to provide a signal for transmission by modifying the load through the load modulation module, and wherein the current source is configured to provide a signal for transmission by generating pulses of current.
