IXXAT FRC-EP170 User Manual
FRC-EP170
Automotive Platform
USER MANUAL
4.01.0142.20000-EN 2.2 ENGLISH
Important User Information
Liability
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document. Please inform HMS Industrial Networks of any inaccuracies or omissions. The data and illustrations found in this document are not binding. We, HMS Industrial Networks, reserve the right to modify our products in line with our policy of continuous product development. The
information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a commitment by
HMS Industrial Networks. HMS Industrial Networks assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this
document.
There are many applications of this product. Those responsible for the use of this device must ensure that all the
necessary steps have been taken to verify that the applications meet all performance and safety requirements including any applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.
HMS Industrial Networks will under no circumstances assume liability or responsibility for any problems that may
arise as a result from the use of undocumented features, timing, or functional side effects found outside the documented scope of this product. The effects caused by any direct or indirect use of such aspects of the product are
undefined, and may include e.g. compatibility issues and stability issues.
The examples and illustrations in this document are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many
variables and requirements associated with any particular implementation, HMS Industrial Networks cannot assume responsibility for actual use based on these examples and illustrations.
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Table of Contents
Page
1 User Guide ........................................................................................................................ 3
1.1 Target Audience.............................................................................................................3
1.2 Related Documents .......................................................................................................3
1.3 Document History ..........................................................................................................3
1.4 Trademark Information ...................................................................................................3
1.5 Conventions ..................................................................................................................4
2 Safety Instructions.......................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Information on EMC .......................................................................................................5
2.2 General Safety Notes.....................................................................................................5
2.3 Intended Use.................................................................................................................5
3 Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................ 5
4 Product Description ....................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Features of the Basic Unit...............................................................................................6
4.2 Device Variants..............................................................................................................6
5 Connectors ....................................................................................................................... 7
5.1 User Interfaces (Front Side)............................................................................................7
5.2 Field Bus Interfaces (Back Side) ................................................................................... 11
6 Configuration Software ...............................................................................................14
6.1 Installing the ACT Tool..................................................................................................14
6.2 Downloading a Basic Data Logging Configuration ..........................................................14
7 Additional Components .............................................................................................. 17
7.1 FlexRay-1A Cable........................................................................................................ 17
7.2 Breakout Box for X1 and X2.......................................................................................... 18
7.3 Breakout Cable for X1 and X2.......................................................................................19
8 Technical Data................................................................................................................ 20
9 Support/Return Hardware........................................................................................... 21
9.1 Support ....................................................................................................................... 21
9.2 Return Hardware ......................................................................................................... 21
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10 Disposal........................................................................................................................... 21
A Regulatory Compliance............................................................................................... 23
A.1 EMC Compliance (CE) ................................................................................................. 23
A.2 Disposal and recycling ................................................................................................. 23
User Guide 3 (24)
1 User Guide
Please read the manual carefully. Make sure you fully understand the manual before using the
product.
1.1 Target Audience
This manual is intended for users who want to use the device during the development and/or
testing of their products.
1.2 Related Documents
Document Author
IxAdmin Online Help HMS
ACT Installation Manual HMS
1.3 Document History
Version Date Description
2.0 September 2017 Revised and edited in new design, added CAN-FD
2.1 January 2018 Corrected article number of additional component
2.2 March 2018 Corrected pin allocation of breakout box
1.4 Trademark Information
IXXAT®is a registered trademark of HMS Industrial Networks. All other trademarks mentioned
in this document are the property of their respective holders.
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1.5 Conventions
Instructions and results are structured as follows:
► instruction 1
► instruction 2
➨ result 1
➨ result 2
Lists are structured as follows:
• item 1
• item 2
Bold typeface indicates interactive parts such as connectors and switches on the hardware, or
menus and buttons in a graphical user interface.
This font is used to indicate program code and other
kinds of data input/output such as configuration scripts.
This is a cross-reference within this document: Conventions, p. 4
This is an external link (URL): www.hms-networks.com
Safety advice is structured as follows:
Cause of the hazard!
Consequences of not taking remediate action.
How to avoid the hazard.
Safety signs and signalwords are used dependent on the level of the hazard.
This is additional information which may facilitate installation and/or operation.
This instruction must be followed to avoid a risk of reduced functionality and/or
damage to the equipment, or to avoid a network security risk.
Caution
This instruction must be followed to avoid a risk of personal injury.
WARNING
This instruction must be followed to avoid a risk of death or serious injury.
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2 Safety Instructions
2.1 Information on EMC
Risk of interference to radio and television if used in office or home environment!
The product is a class A device.
Use exclusively included accessories or HMS accessories that are intended for
use with the device.
Make sure shield of interface is connected with device plug and plug on other side.
Use exclusively shielded cables.
2.2 General Safety Notes
► Protect product from moisture and humidity.
► Protect product from too high or too low temperature (see Technical Data, p. 20).
► Protect product from fire.
► Do not throw, drop or try to bend the product.
► Do not paint the product.
► Do not modify or disassemble the product. Service must be carried out by HMS Industrial
Networks.
► Do not use modified products.
► Store products in dry and dust-free place.
2.3 Intended Use
This manual describes the external interfaces of the device, their functionality and pin allocation.
The device does not contain any application beside the operating system. Adding functionality
to the device is provided by the Automotive Configuration Tool (ACT) or the Software Development Kit. For further information refer to the corresponding manuals or online help.
The device is intended to be used in the office, stationary applications, test benches or test vehicles. Due to the missing E1 certification the usage in series cars is not allowed.
3 Scope of Delivery
Included in scope of delivery:
• FRC-EP170 production bundle:
– selected FRC-EP170 device variant
– selected optional accessories
– selected runtime licenses
• FRC-EP170 User Manual
• power supply cable
• USB cable
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4 Product Description
The FRC-EP170 is a platform for the analysis, diagnostics and simulation of FlexRay, CAN,
CAN-FD, LIN and K-Line networks.
4.1 Features of the Basic Unit
• measurement and analysis platform
• up to 2 x FlexRay interfaces
• up to 4 x high-speed CAN interfaces
• up to 1 x low-speed CAN interface
• 1 x LIN interface
• 1 x K-Line interface
• 1 x RS232 interface
• up to 4 x digital inputs/outputs (5 V TTL Level)
• 1 x USB 2.0 device interface
• 1 x USB 2.0 host interface
• 1 x 10/100 Base-T Ethernet interface
• 2 x internal expansion slots
• 8 x LEDs, of which 7 are freely configurable
• real-time clock
• SDHC card slot
• up to 32 GByte SD card support for logging data
• 6-36 V DC power supply range with overvoltage and polarity protection
• operating temperature range -40 °C to +80 °C
4.2 Device Variants
The basic unit can be expanded with expansion cards via the two internal expansion slots.
Article number Description Additional features to basic unit
1.01.0142.00000 FRC-EP170
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1.01.0142.00010 FRC-EP170 Plus 2 x CAN/CAN-FD interfaces
1.01.0142.00020 FRC-EP170 WLAN 1 x internal WLAN module
1.01.0142.00030 FRC-EP170 WLAN Plus 2 x CAN/CAN-FD interfaces
1 x internal WLAN module
Device variants are constantly improved and expanded!
Check current list on www.ixxat.com or contact IXXATsupport.
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