Vector VN8910A, VN8950, VN8970, VN8912 User Manual

Manual

VN8900 Interface Family

VN8910A / VN8912 / VN8950 / VN8970

Version 3.0 English

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Table of contents

1 Introduction 4

1.1 About this User Manual 5

1.1.1 Certification 6

1.1.2 Warranty 6

1.1.3 Registered Trademarks 6

2 VN8900 Interface Family 7

2.1 System Description 8

2.1.1 Introduction 8

2.1.2 Real-Time Processing 10

2.1.3 Stand-Alone Mode 10

2.1.4 Network Extension 11

2.2 Base Modules 12

2.2.1 VN8910A Single Module System 12

2.2.2 VN8912 Base Module 15

2.3 Plug-In Module 19

2.3.1 VN8950 CAN/LIN Module 19

2.3.2 VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module 25

2.4 Accessories 34

2.5 Getting Started 35

2.5.1 Step 1: Driver Installation (USB) 35

2.5.2 Step 2: Driver Installation (Ethernet) 35

2.5.3 Step 3: Device Installation 35

2.5.4 Step 4: Device Configuration 36

2.5.5 Step 5: Quick Test 36

2.6 Mounting of Plug-In Modules and Piggybacks 37

3 Common Features 39

3.1 Time Synchronization 40

3.1.1 General Information 40

3.1.2 Software Sync 42

3.1.3 Hardware Sync 43

4 Driver Installation 44

4.1 Minimum Requirements 45

4.2 Hints 45

4.3 Vector Driver Setup 46

4.4 Vector Hardware Configuration 48

4.5 Loop Tests 50

4.5.1 CAN 50

4.5.2 FlexRay 53

4.5.3 MOST 54

4.5.4 Ethernet 54

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1 Introduction

In this chapter you find the following information:

1.1 About this User Manual page 5 Certification Warranty Registered Trademarks

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1.1 About this User Manual

Conventions

In the two following charts you will find the conventions used in the user manual regarding utilized spellings and symbols.

Style

Utilization

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Blocks, surface elements, window- and dialog names of the software. Accentuation of warnings and advices.

[OK] Push buttons in brackets File|Save Notation for menus and menu entries

Microsoft

Legally protected proper names and side notes.

Source Code

File name and source code.

Hyperlink

Hyperlinks and references.

Notation for shortcuts.

Symbol

Utilization

Here you can obtain supplemental information.

This symbol calls your attention to warnings.

Here you can find additional information.

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1.1.1 Certification

Certified Quality Management System

Vector Informatik GmbH has ISO 9001:2008 certification. The ISO standard is a globally recognized standard.

1.1.2 Warranty

Restriction of warranty

We reserve the right to change the contents of the documentation and the software without notice. Vector Informatik GmbH assumes no liability for correct contents or damages which are resulted from the usage of the documentation. We are grateful for references to mistakes or for suggestions for improvement to be able to offer you even more efficient products in the future.

1.1.3 Registered Trademarks

Registered trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this documentation and if necessary third party registered are absolutely subject to the conditions of each valid label right and the rights of particular registered proprietor. All trademarks, trade names or company names are or can be trademarks or registered trademarks of their particular proprietors. All rights which are not expressly allowed are reserved. If an explicit label of trademarks, which are used in this documentation, fails, should not mean that a name is free of third party rights.

 Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 are trademarks

of the Microsoft Corporation.

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2 VN8900 Interface Family

In this chapter you find the following information:

2.1 System Description page 8 Introduction Real-Time Processing Stand-Alone Mode Network Extension

2.2 Base Modules page 12 VN8910A Single Module System VN8912 Base Module

2.3 Plug-In Module page 19 VN8950 CAN/LIN Module VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module

2.4 Accessories page 34

2.5 Getting Started page 35 Step 1: Driver Installation (USB) Step 2: Driver Installation (Ethernet) Step 3: Device Installation Step 4: Device Configuration Step 5: Quick Test

2.6 Mounting of Plug-In Modules and Piggybacks page 37

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2.1 System Description

2.1.1 Introduction

Network interface with real-time computer

The VN8900 interface family is designed for high-performance applications in combination with CANoe/CANalyzer. The application areas include system simulations or bypassing applications with Simulink, remaining bus simulations, gateway implementations, test executions (MiniHIL) or data monitoring.

Another key feature is the execution of time-critical CANoe/CANalyzer configurations without any user PC and without any negative effects on functionality of the running application.

Figure 1: Operator side (user PC) and measurement side.

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Hardware flexibility

Another important VN8900 product characteristic is the modularity of the network interface, which lets users flexibly adapt it to the measurement environment and existing buses. The overall system is comprised of these components:

 Base Module

Processor unit with memory for executing simulations and time-critical program sections in stand-alone mode. The Base Module has an Intel processor and basic port connections for power supply, synchronization, USB and Ethernet. You will find further details on Base Modules beginning on page 12.

Figure 2: VN8910A back side.

 Plug-In Module

The Plug-In Module represents the actual network interface; it provides the related interfaces as plug connections (e. g. FlexRay, CAN, LIN or digital-analog input/output). You will find additional details on Plug-In Modules beginning on page

19.

Figure 3: VN8910A with inserted VN8950 CAN/LIN Module.

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 Piggybacks

Piggybacks establish the connection from the Vector network interface to the user’s electrical networks via appropriate transceivers (FlexRay/CAN/LIN...). Moreover, the Piggyback usually offers the electrical isolation to protect the measurement hardware as well as the system under test.

The amount and kind of supported Piggybacks varies between the Plug-In Modules. Please find the list of valid combinations in section "Transceiver Compatibility" of the accessories manual on the driver CD in

\Documentation\Accessories

Figure 4: Piggyback.

2.1.2 Real-Time Processing

General

When requirements for timing precision are strict, the measurement hardware must be able to operate with very low latency. The integrated processor of the VN8900 interface family meets this standard and offers significantly improved latency times compared to normal PCs.

CANoe

The VN8900 interface family is a real-time hardware that is designed for using with CANoe. CANoe offers the option of executing real-time relevant simulations and test functions on the VN8900 – separate from the graphic user interface. On the one hand, this increases overall system performance, and on the other it enables shorter latency times and more precise timers. Configuration of the simulation and evaluation are performed on a standard PC (CANoe), while the simulation and test kernel are executed on the VN8900 (CANoeRT). Communication between the two computers is routed via a USB cable (see Figure 1).

2.1.3 Stand-Alone Mode

CANoe configuration

The VN8900 interface family offers a stand-alone mode which allows a measurement without any additional user PC.

For this purpose a measurement application can be configured in CANoe, which is then written into the permanent memory of the VN89xx. After a restart, the configuration is loaded and the measurement autonomously started.

Figure 5: Booting overview.

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2.1.4 Network Extension

Additional network channels

CANoe/CANalyzer supports a single Base Module at a time. To use more network channels, the VN89xx interfaces offer additional USB (host) ports to connect to other Vector network interfaces. Time synchronization of the different network interfaces can be done via the sync line.

Figure 6: Extension example.

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2.2 Base Modules

2.2.1 VN8910A Single Module System

Description

Base Module with integrated PC processor unit for running real-time applications, which accepts a single Plug-In Module (see section Plug-In Module on page 19).

Figure 7: VN8910A back and front side (with VN8950 Plug-In Module).

Connections

Figure 8: VN8910A back side.

 Ethernet

For Vector devices. Currently supported: VX1060, VX1121.

 USB 1/2 (host)

Both ports are used to connect other Vector USB devices for use with CANoe or CANalyzer. The summarized output current at these ports is limited to 500 mA.

Supported Device

Max. Number of Devices

externally powered

USB powered

CANcaseXL / log

2

1*)

VN1630 / VN1640

not applicable

1

VN2610 / VN2640

2

not applicable

VN3600 2 not applicable

VN5610 2 not applicable

VN7600 2 not applicable

*) A second Vector device has to be externally supplied.

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Note: The Vector device has to be connected to the VN8910A before powering

the VN8910A.

Note: Please ensure that the USB logo on the USB cable is on the bottom side

(USB pins at top) before connecting. Do not force the cable into the USB connector to avoid mechanical damages.

 Keypads F2/F3/F4

These keys can be assigned to CAPL functions.

 Keypad Start/Stop

This key instantly starts or stops a preconfigured CANoe measurement.

 LED (Start/Stop)

This LED lights up when the CANoe measurement is running.

 LED S1/S2

These LEDs offer a visual feedback for active measurements and can be individually controlled via CAPL.

 USB (device)

Interconnect your PC and the VN8910A via this USB port to install the device and to use it together with measurement applications (e. g. CANoe, CANalyzer).

 Sync

This terminal (Binder type 711) can be used for time synchronization of different Vector devices (see section Time Synchronization on page 40).

 Power

For its power supply, the VN8910A has a two-pin ODU connector (MINI-SNAP size 1, type GG1L0C-P02RP00-0000). Attach the enclosed power cable to power up the unit (matching ODU connector type S11L0C-P02NPL0-6200).

Pin 1: + Pin 2: GND

Internal access

 Mini-USB

The Base Module has a service port that is accessible via an internal Mini-USB connector. This (bus-driven) port is used to reset the device to its delivered condition or to update the operating system.

Note: Please note that the device must not be powered via the ODU connector

while the Mini-USB port is being used.

 Internal slot for microSD cards

This slot is reserved for future use. Recommended cards: ATP Industrial Grade microSD.

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Technical data VN8910A

Processor

Intel ATOM 1.6 GHz E680T

Memory

1 GB

Hard drive

SSD, 4 GB

Transceiver

Depends on the Plug-In Module and its Piggybacks

PC interface

USB 2.0

Temperature range

Operating: -40 °C...+60 °C Shipping and storage: -40 °C...+85 °C

Relative humidity of ambient air

15 %...95 %, non-condensing

USB 1/2 output current

Max. 500 mA, both ports combined

External power supply

6...36 V DC Power-up: 9 V DC

Power consumption

Typ. 9.0 W without Plug-In Module

Start-up time

Approx. 30 seconds

Dimensions (LxWxH)

190 x 170 x 60 mm

Operating system requirements

Windows XP, 32 bit (SP3 or higher) Windows Vista, 32 bit (SP1 or higher) Windows 7, 32 bit or 64 bit

Ethernet

10/100/1000 Mbit

Technical data VN8910

Processor

Intel ATOM 1.6 GHz Z530

Memory

1 GB

Hard drive

SSD, 2 GB

Transceiver

Depends on the Plug-In Module and its Piggybacks

PC interface

USB 2.0

Temperature range

Operating: 0 °C...+55 °C Shipping and storage: -40 °C...+85 °C

Relative humidity of ambient air

15 %...95 %, non-condensing

USB 1/2 output current

Max. 100 mA per port

External power supply

6...36 V DC Power-up: 9 V DC

Power consumption

Typ. 9.5 W without Plug-In Module

Start-up time

Approx. 30 seconds

Dimensions (LxWxH)

190 x 170 x 60 mm

Operating system requirements

Windows XP, 32 bit (SP3 or higher) Windows Vista, 32 bit (SP1 or higher) Windows 7, 32 bit or 64 bit

Ethernet

10/100/1000 Mbit

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2.2.2 VN8912 Base Module

Description

Base Module with integrated Intel Core-i7 processor unit for running real-time applications with high performance demands. Connection to user networks is provided by a Plug-In Module with individual bus transceivers (see section Plug-In Module on page

19).

Figure 9: VN8912 front side (with VN8970 Plug-In Module).

Front side

Figure 10: VN8912 front side.

 Keypad Start/Stop

This key instantly starts or stops a preconfigured CANoe measurement.

 Keypads F2/F3/F4

These keys can be assigned to CAPL functions.

 LED S1/S2

These LEDs offer a visual feedback for active measurements and can be individually controlled via CAPL.

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CFast card

Figure 11: CFast card slot in VN8912.

The VN8912 operating system is stored on a CFast card and must not be removed during operation.

Note: The CFast card should only be removed for system recoveries. For this pur-

pose, a separate CFast card reader is included in the delivery. Please contact the Vector support for further instructions on system recoveries.

Back side

Figure 12: VN8912 back side.

 ETH 1/2

Two independent Ethernet connections (RJ45) for Vector devices. Currently supported: VX1060, VX1121.

 USB 1/2/3/4 (host)

These four host ports are used to connect other Vector USB devices for use with CANoe or CANalyzer. The summarized output current at these ports is limited to 1350 mA.

Device

Max. Number of Devices

externally powered

USB powered

CANcaseXL / log

4

2*)

VN1630 / VN1640

not applicable

2

VN2610 / VN2640

4

not applicable

VN3600 4 not applicable

VN5610 4 not applicable

VN7600 4 not applicable

*) A third/fourth Vector device has to be externally supplied.

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Note: The Vector device has to be connected to the VN8912 before powering the

VN8912.

 USB (device)

Interconnect your Host PC and the VN8912 via this USB port to install the device on the Host PC and to use it together with measurement applications (e. g. CANoe, CANalyzer).

 Sync

This terminal (Binder type 711) can be used for time synchronization of different Vector devices (see section Time Synchronization on page 40).

 Power

For its power supply, the VN8912 has a two-pin ODU connector (MINI-SNAP size 1, type GG1L0C-P02RP00-0000). Attach the enclosed power cable to power up the unit (matching ODU connector type S11L0C-P02NPL0-6200).

Pin 1: + Pin 2: GND

Note: Please check all fan covers of the VN8912 for impurities (e.g. dust) at regular

intervals, depending on environmental conditions. For example, impurities can be removed with an appropriate vacuum cleaner.

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Technical data VN8912

Processor

Intel Core-i7, 2x 1.7 GHz, 4 MB Cache

Memory

4 GB

Hard drive

CFast card, 8 GB (two partitions, 4 GB each)

Transceiver

Depends on the Plug-In Module and its Piggybacks

PC interface

USB 3.0, SuperSpeed

Temperature range

Operating: 0 °C...+50 °C Shipping and storage: -40 °C...+85 °C

Relative humidity of ambient air

15 %...95 %, non-condensing

USB 1/2/3/4 output current

Max. 1350 mA, all four ports combined

External power supply

10...36 V DC

Power consumption

Typ. 16 W @ 24 V without Plug-In Module

Start-up time

Approx. 25 seconds

Dimensions (LxWxH)

183 x 172 x 85 mm (without Plug-In Module) 190 x 172 x 85 mm (with Plug-In Module)

Operating system requirements on Host PC

Windows XP, 32 bit (SP3 or higher) Windows Vista, 32 bit (SP1 or higher) Windows 7, 32 bit or 64 bit Windows 8, 32 bit or 64 bit

Ethernet

1000Base-T/100Base-TX/10Base-T IEEE1588

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2.3 Plug-In Module

2.3.1 VN8950 CAN/LIN Module

Description

The VN8950 CAN/LIN Module is a Plug-In Module for VN8910A/VN8912. It has four ports that can be configured independently for CAN (max. 4) or LIN (max. 4). In addition, a fifth channel is available for dedicated digital-analog input/output tasks.

VN8950 with five plug-in locations for transceivers

Figure 13: VN8950 CAN/LIN Module with Piggyback plug-in locations.

Bus configuration

The Plug-In Module’s greatest asset is its five plug-in locations for add-ons. Depending on requirements, electrically isolated CAN High-Speed, CAN Low-Speed, CAN Single Wire, J1708 or LIN transceivers may be used.

CANpiggies and LINpiggies can be used for channels 1 to 4. CANpiggies must be populated in ascending order; LINpiggies in descending order (see examples). J1708 should be handled like CAN.

Channel 5 is reserved for dedicated IO Piggybacks.

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

CAN

or

LIN

IO

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Examples

The following tables show examples of possible combinations:

4x CAN 1x IO

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

CANpiggy

IOpiggy

3x CAN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

CANpiggy

-

3x CAN 1x LIN 1x IO

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

CANpiggy

LINpiggy

IOpiggy

1x CAN 3x LIN 1x IO

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

CANpiggy

LINpiggy

IOpiggy

2x LIN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 5

Piggyback

-

LINpiggy

-

See the separate accessories manual for a list of available Piggybacks.

Figure 14: CANpiggy.

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Pin assignment CH1 … CH4

The pin assignments of the D-SUB9 connectors depend on the used bus transceiver configuration inside the VN8950. A list of available Piggybacks and their D-SUB9 pin assignments can be found in the accessories manual on the driver CD.

 General CAN pin assignment

(1) (2) CAN Low (3) GND (4) reserved (5) Shield (6) (7) CAN High (8) reserved (9) -

 General LIN pin assignment

(1) (2) (3) VB(4) Pdis (power disable) (5) Shield (6) (7) LIN (8) reserved (9) VB+

Connections

Figure 15: VN8950 with 4x D-SUB9 and 1x D-SUB15.

 CH1 … CH4

D-SUB9 connector for CAN or LIN (depending on the installed Piggyback).

 CH5

D-SUB15 socket for versatile tasks with the IOpiggy 8642. A detailed description can be found in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD in \Documentation\Accessories

LEDs

 CH1 … CH4

Multicolored channel LEDs, each indicating the bus activity for CAN or LIN.

Color

Description

Green

Rx/Tx Data frames have been correctly sent or received.

Orange

Rx/Tx Error frames have been sent or received. The flashing frequency varies according to the message rate.

Red

Bus Off.

 M

Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the Plug-In Module.

Color

Description

Green

The Plug-In Module is ready for operation/running measurement.

Orange

The Plug-In Module is booting. Please wait.

Red

Error, Plug-In Module is not ready for operation. Turn off the power supply and make sure that the Plug-In Module is properly inserted. Try to restart the module.

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 D1

Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the Base Module.

Color

Description

Green

On : Measurement is running. Blinking: The Base Module is ready for measurement.

Orange

On : The Base Module can be accessed (e. g. for updates), but no measurement is possible. Blinking : The Base Module is booting. Please wait.

Red

Common error.

-

Off, fatal error.

 D2

Reserved for future extension.

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Measurement example VN8950

The following figure shows a possible scenario for a measurement with the VN8950 CAN/LIN Module. Two CAN channels and two LIN channels are used here; they are directly connected to the relevant network via D-SUB9 connectors. In addition, several analog and digital measurement lines are used; they are connected via the D-SUB15 connector. The measurement application is CANalyzer.

Figure 16: VN8910A with VN8950.

CAN

LIN

Analog/Digital

CANalyzer

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Technical data

Power supply

By Base Module

Micro controller

ATMEL AT91R40008 32 Bit 64 MHz

Channels

Configurable with Piggybacks 4x CAN or LIN

1x digital/analog IO channel

CAN controller

Vector CAN controller (FPGA); Full support of all CANoe.CAN functions,

e. g. sending error frames, bus load measurement and ListenOnly mode

LIN controller

Vector LIN controller (FPGA) compatible to LIN1.3, LIN2.0, LIN2.1, and J2602:

Full support of all CANoe.LIN functions, e. g. conformity tests, stress functions, and flash mode of 7269 transceiver.

Supported transceivers

Please find the list of valid combinations in section "Transceiver Compatibility" of the accessories manual on the driver CD in \Documentation\Accessories

Interface to Base Module

PCI Express 1x

Temperature range

Operating: 0 °C...+50 °C Shipping and storage: -40 °C...+85 °C

Relative humidity of ambient air

15 %...95 %, non-condensing

Power consumption

Typ. 3.5 W

Time stamp accuracy

1 µs

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2.3.2 VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module

Description

The VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module is a Plug-In Module for VN8910A/VN8912 and has a FlexRay channel as well as several CAN/LIN channels. In addition, a ninth channel is available for dedicated digital-analog input/output tasks.

VN8970 with five plug-in locations for transceivers

Figure 17: VN8970 FR/CAN/LIN Module with Piggyback plug-in locations.

Bus configuration

The Plug-In Module’s greatest asset is its five plug-in locations for add-ons. Depending on requirements, electrically isolated CAN High-Speed, CAN Low-Speed, CAN Single Wire, J1708 or LIN transceivers may be used. In addition, four capacitively decoupled built-in CAN TJA1051 (high-speed) transceivers are available.

An FRpiggy can be inserted in the plug-in location 1 for a two-channel FlexRay connection at channel 1 (A and B of a cluster). Alternatively, a CANpiggy or LINpiggy can also be used at channel 1. The plug-in locations 2 to 4 are reserved for CANpiggies and LINpiggies. CANpiggies must be populated in ascending order; LINpiggies in descending order (see examples). J1708 should be handled like CAN.

Channel 9 is reserved for dedicated IO Piggybacks.

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (fix)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

CAN

or or

FR

or

LIN

CAN

1051

CAN 1051

IO

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Note: CH5, CH6, CH7, and CH8 are equipped with built-in CAN TJA1051 transceiv-

ers. CH5 will be deactivated if an FRpiggy is inserted in the plug-in location 1 and the pin assignment accordingly set via the DIP switches (see page 24).

Each empty plug-in location (only 1…4) will be automatically loaded with a built-in transceiver.

Examples

The following tables show examples of possible combinations:

4x CAN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (fix)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

- - - - CAN

CAN

-

Channel configuration

CAN

CAN - - - -

-

8x CAN 1x IO

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (fix)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

CAN

IO

Channel configuration

CAN

IO

1x FlexRay A/B 6x CAN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (1)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

FR

CAN

-

CAN

-

Channel configuration

FR

A/B

CAN

-

CAN

-

1x FlexRay A/B 3x CAN 1x LIN 1x IO

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (1)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

FR - -

LIN - CAN

CAN

IO

Channel configuration

FR

A/B

CAN

LIN - - - CAN

IO

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1x FlexRay A/B 4x CAN 1x LIN

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

CH9

Plug-in location

1 2 3 4 (1)

(fix)

5

Piggyback

FR

CAN

-

LIN - CAN

CAN

-

Channel configuration

FR

A/B

CAN

LIN - -

CAN

-

See the separate accessories manual for a list of available Piggybacks on the driver CD.

Figure 18: CANpiggy.

Double assignment of D-SUB9 connectors

Before installing a Piggyback in the plug-in location, the pin assignment of the D-SUB9 connector has to be selected via DIP switches, which can be found at the plug-in locations.

Figure 19: Channel 1...8 with DIP switches.

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Pin assignment CH1 … CH8

The pin assignments of the D-SUB9 connectors depend on the used bus transceiver configuration inside the VN8970. A list of available Piggybacks and their D-SUB9 pin assignments is included in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD.

 No Piggyback inserted

If no Piggyback is inserted, only the built-in CAN transceiver is active (no double assignment at the D-SUB9 connector):

(1) (2) 1051cap CAN Low (3) 1051cap CAN GND (4) (5) 1051cap Shield (6) (7) 1051cap CAN High (8) (9) -

Setting of DIP switches A: all ‚off’ / B: all ‚on’

 CAN/LIN Piggyback inserted

If a CAN- or LINpiggy is inserted, the pin assignment at the D-SUB9 connector is as follows:

(1) 1051cap CAN Low

(2) Piggyback-dependent (3) Piggyback-dependent (4) Piggyback-dependent

(5) Shield (6) 1051cap GND

(7) Piggyback-dependent

(8) 1051cap CAN High

(9) Piggyback-dependent

Setting of DIP switches A: all ‚on’ / B: all ‚off’

Example: CANpiggy 1041mag

The following example shows the pin assignment of CH1 and CH5 if a CANpiggy 1041mag is inserted in the plug-in location 1.

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CAN/LIN Y cable

Use the CANcable 2Y to access both CAN/LIN channels on separate D-SUB9 connectors (see accessories manual, article number 05075).

Figure 20: Example with 2x CANcable 2Y connected to VN8970.

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 FlexRay Piggyback inserted

If an FRpiggy is inserted, the pin assignment at the D-SUB9 connector is as follows:

(1) Piggyback-dependent (2) FlexRay BM A (3) FlexRay GND (4) FlexRay BM B (5) Shield (6) Piggyback-dependent (7) FlexRay BP A (8) FlexRay BP B (9) Piggyback-dependent

Setting of DIP switches A: all ‚off’ / B: all ‚off’

Example: FRpiggy 1082cap

The following example shows the pin assignment of the FlexRay channels A and B at CH1 if an FRpiggy 1082cap is inserted in the plug-in location 1 (CH5 is disabled).

FlexRay Y cable

Use the FRcableAB to access channel A and B on separate D-SUB9 connectors (see accessories manual).

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Connections

Figure 21: VN8970 with 4x D-SUB9 and 1x D-SUB15.

 CH1

D-SUB9 connector for FlexRay, CAN or LIN (depending on Piggyback).

 CH2 … CH4

D-SUB9 connector for CAN or LIN (depending on Piggyback).

 CH5

Fix CAN TJA1051 (not available if FlexRay is being used at CH1).

 CH6 … CH8

Fix CAN TJA1051.

 CH9

D-SUB15 socket for versatile tasks with the IOpiggy 8642. A detailed description can be found in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD in \Documentation\Accessories

LEDs

 CH1 … CH4 (with CAN-/LINpiggies)

Multicolored channel LEDs, each indicating the bus activity for CAN or LIN.

Color

Description

Green

Rx/Tx Data frames have been correctly sent or received.

Orange

Rx/Tx Error frames have been sent or received. The flashing frequency varies according to the message rate.

Red

Bus Off.

 CH1 (with FRpiggy)

Multicolored channel LED which indicates the sync state of FlexRay.

Color

Description

Off

Offline.

Green

Synchronized.

Orange

Not synchronized.

Red

Error.

 A/B

Lights up, when data is received or transmitted on channel A/B.

 M

Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the Plug-In Module.

Color

Description

Green

The Plug-In Module is ready for operation/running measurement.

Orange

The Plug-In Module is booting. Please wait.

Red

Error, Plug-In Module is not ready for operation. Turn off the power

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Color

Description

supply and make sure that the Plug-In Module is properly inserted. Try to restart the module.

 D1

Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the Base Module.

Color

Description

Green

On : Measurement is running. Blinking: The Base Module is ready for measurement.

Orange

On : The Base Module can be accessed (e. g. for updates), but no measurement is possible. Blinking : The Base Module is booting. Please wait.

Red

Common error.

-

Off, fatal error.

 D2

Reserved for future extension.

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Technical data

Power supply

By Base Module

Micro controller

ATMEL AT91SAM9 32 Bit 400 MHz

Channel configurations

Configurable with Piggybacks 1x FlexRay, 6x CAN

1x FlexRay, 5x CAN, 1x LIN 1x FlexRay, 4x CAN, 2x LIN

8x CAN 7x CAN, 1x LIN 6x CAN, 2x LIN 5x CAN, 3x LIN 4x CAN, 4x LIN

Additional digital/analog IO channel

FlexRay cluster

1 (with 2 channels A and B)

FlexRay controller (Analyses)

Bosch E-Ray (FPGA)

FlexRay controller (Startup)

Fujitsu MB88121

FlexRay transmitter buffer

2 MB

CAN controller

Vector CAN controller (FPGA); Full support of all CANoe.CAN functions,

e. g. sending error frames, bus load measurement and ListenOnly mode

LIN controller

Vector LIN controller (FPGA) compatible to LIN1.3, LIN2.0, LIN2.1, and J2602:

Full support of all CANoe.LIN functions, e. g. conformity tests, stress functions, and flash mode of 7269 transceiver.

Supported transceivers

Please find the list of valid combinations in section "Transceiver Compatibility" of the accessories manual on the driver CD in \Documentation\Accessories

On board transceiver

4 * NXP TJA1051 with electrical isolation

Interface to Base Module

PCI Express 1x

Temperature range

Operating: -40 °C...+65 °C Shipping and storage: -40 °C...+85 °C

Relative humidity of ambient air

15 %...95 %, non-condensing

Power consumption

Typ. 7 W

Time stamp accuracy

1 µs

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2.4 Accessories

Reference: Further information on the available accessories can be found in the sep-

arate accessories manual on the driver CD in \Documentation\Accessories

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2.5 Getting Started

2.5.1 Step 1: Driver Installation (USB)

Please use the drivers from the included Vector Driver Disk.

1. Execute Vector Driver Setup from the autostart menu or directly from \Drivers\Setup.exe before the VN89xx is connected to the PC via USB. If you have already connected the VN89xx, the Windows found new Hardware wizard appears. Close this wizard and then execute the driver setup.

2. Finish the driver installation with the setup.

Note: Further information on the driver installation can be found in the separate in-

stallation instructions at the end of this manual.

2.5.2 Step 2: Driver Installation (Ethernet)

1. Install the USB driver as described before.

2. Connect the VN89xx to a free USB2.0 port via the USB cable.

3. Execute Vector Driver Setup again. Below VN8910/VN8912 (USB), select the options Update drivers on the device and VN8910/VN8912 (Ethernet).

4. Click [Install].

5. Select IP server in the next window.

6. Click [Install] to execute the driver installation.

7. The configuration of the IP address is done in CANoe.

2.5.3 Step 3: Device Installation

Caution: The voltage supply port does not have any overload protection. Whenever

the device is not being powered via the plug-in adapter supplied with the product, a fuse (slow-acting) must be provided in the supply line.

1. Install the drivers as described before.

2. Connect the power supply and plug it into a power outlet.

3. Connect the VN89xx to a free USB2.0 port via the USB cable.

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2.5.4 Step 4: Device Configuration

Configuration

Before the installed device can be used in an application (e. g. CANalyzer, CANoe), it has to be properly configured for the needed use case.

This configuration is done with the Vector Hardware Config tool which comes with the driver installation. The tool can be found in: Windows | Start | Settings | Control Panel | Vector Hardware and manages all installed Vector devices.

Figure 1: Vector Hardware Config.

For the quick test described in this manual no further configuration is required.

Note: Further details on the Vector Hardware Config tool can be found in the sepa-

rate installation instructions at the end of this manual.

2.5.5 Step 5: Quick Test

Note: Please execute the loop test for CAN (see section Loop Tests on page 50).

Caution: The temperatures of individual housing parts may be considerably higher

than the ambient temperature, even during normal operation.

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2.6 Mounting of Plug-In Modules and Piggybacks

Caution: To prevent electrical damage during assembly, you should avoid touching

the lower and upper sides of the PC boards.

Caution: Always disconnect the power supply before assembling.

1. Remove all cables from the Base Module.

2. Place the Base Module on the table so that the bus terminals point toward you and the power cord on the back side is on the right.

3. Unscrew the two mounting screws to loosen the Plug-In Module in the Base Module.

4. Carefully pull the Plug-In Module out of the Base Module.

5. Insert the desired Piggybacks at their appropriate mounting locations on the module. Please note that the single-line and dual-line connectors must not be bent sideways.

Figure 22: Piggyback locations on the VN8950 CAN/LIN module.

6. Fasten each Piggyback with the proper screw and lock washer.

7. Now slowly insert the module into the Base Module on the guide rails. To prevent damage from electrostatic discharge, do not touch any of the components on the board.

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8. Tighten the mounting screws back in with sufficient force to secure the module in place.

Note: Please note that for successful operation a Plug-In Module with Piggybacks or

built-in transceivers must be plugged into the Base Module.

Note: No other special installations are necessary for the Plug-In Modules on the PC.

All that needs to be done is to install the Base Module on your PC.

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3 Common Features

In this chapter you find the following information:

3.1 Time Synchronization page 40

General Information Software Sync Hardware Sync

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3.1 Time Synchronization

3.1.1 General Information

Time stamps and events

Time stamps are useful when analyzing incoming or outgoing data or event sequences on a specific bus.

Figure 2: Time stamps of two CAN channels in CANalyzer.

Generating time stamps

Each event which is sent or received by a Vector network interface has an accurate time stamp. Time stamps are generated for each channel in the Vector network interface. The base for these time stamps is a common hardware clock in the device.

Figure 3: Common time stamp clock for each channel.

If the measurement setup requires more than one Vector network interface, a synchronization of all connected interfaces and their hardware clocks is needed.

Due to manufacturing and temperature tolerances, the hardware clocks may vary in speed, so time stamps of various Vector devices drift over time.

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Figure 4: Example of unsynchronized network interfaces. Independent time stamps drift apart.

To compensate these time stamp deviations between the Vector network interfaces, the time stamps can be either synchronized by software or by hardware (see next section).

Note: The accuracy of the software sync is typically in range of 100 µs.

Note: The accuracy of the hardware sync is typically in range of 1 µs.

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3.1.2 Software Sync

Synchronization by software

The software time synchronization is driver-based and available for all applications without any restrictions. The time stamp deviations from different Vector network interfaces are calculated and synchronized to the common PC clock. For this purpose no further hardware setup is required.

Figure 5: Time stamps of devices are synchronized to the PC clock (accuracy in range of 100 µs).

The setting of the software time synchronization can be changed in the Vector

Hardware Config tool in General information | Settings | Software time synchronization.

Figure 6: Switching on the software synchronization.

 YES

The software time synchronization is active.

 NO

The software time synchronization is not active. Use this setting only if the Vector network interfaces are being synchronized over the sync line or if only a single device is used.

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3.1.3 Hardware Sync

Synchronization by hardware

A more accurate time synchronization of multiple devices is provided by the hardware synchronization which has to be supported by the application (e. g CANalyzer, CANoe). Therefor two Vector network interfaces can be connected with the SYNCcableXL (see accessories manual, article number 05018).

Figure 7: SYNCcableXL to synchronize two devices over 3-pin connector (Binder type 711).

In order to synchronize up to five devices at the same time, a distribution box is available (see accessories manual, article number 05085).

At each falling edge on the sync line which is initiated by the application, the Vector network interface generates a time stamp that is provided to the application. This allows the application to calculate the deviations between the network interfaces and to synchronize the time stamps to a common time base (master clock) which is defined by the application.

Figure 8: Time stamps are synchronized to the master clock (accuracy in range of 1 µs).

Note: The hardware synchronization must be supported by the application. For fur-

ther information please refer to the relevant application manual. Please note that the software synchronization must be disabled (see Vector Hardware Config | General information | Settings | Software time synchronization) if the hardware synchronization is used.

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4 Driver Installation

In this chapter you find the following information:

4.1 Minimum Requirements page 45

4.2 Hints page 45

4.3 Vector Driver Setup page 46

4.4 Vector Hardware Configuration page 48

4.5 Loop Tests page 50

CAN FlexRay MOST Ethernet

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4.1 Minimum Requirements

Hardware

CPU

Pentium 4 or higher

Memory

512 MB or more

Network interface

CANcardXL : PCMCIA CANcardXLe : ExpressCard 54 CANboardXL PCI : PCI CANboardXL PCIe : PCI Express 1x CANboardXL PXI : Compact PCI/PXI CANcaseXL : USB CANcaseXL log : USB VN1610 : USB VN1611 : USB VN1630 : USB VN1640 : USB VN2610 : USB VN2640 : USB VN3300 : PCI VN3600 : USB VN5610 : USB VN7570 : PCI Express 1x VN7600 : USB VN8910 : USB VN8912 : USB

Software

Operating system

Windows XP SP3 (32 bit) Windows Vista SP1 (32 bit) Windows 7 (32/64 bit) Windows 8 (32/64 bit)

Driver version

8.x

Measurement application

The devices can be run with several applications from Vector (e. g. CANoe, CANalyzer) or with measurement applications from other companies. Therefor the devices require a related license. Applications based on the Vector XL Driver Library can be run without a license.

4.2 Hints

Note: Many desktop PCs have power managers which block the CPU for a specific

time. This impairs accuracy of the time system. If your application has stringent timing requirements (e. g. time-driven sending of messages or time-driven evaluations), you have to deactivate these power managers. Power management settings may be contained in the BIOS setup or on the Control Panel of Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7 /

Windows 8 (e. g. Power options).

No further mention will be made of the power manager in this document.

Info: Please note that you will need Administrator Rights for the following steps.

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4.3 Vector Driver Setup

General information

The Vector Driver Disk offers a driver setup which allows the installation or the removal of Vector devices.

1. Execute the driver setup from the autostart menu or directly from \Drivers\Setup.exe before the device is inserted or connected to the PC with the included USB cable.

If you have already inserted or connected the device to the PC, the Windows found new Hardware wizard appears. Close this wizard and then execute the driver setup.

2. Click [Next] in the driver setup dialog. The initialization process starts.

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3. In the driver selection dialog select your devices to be installed (or to be uninstalled).

4. Click [Install] to execute the driver installation, or [Uninstall] to remove existing drivers.

5. A confirmation dialog appears. Click [Close] to exit. If the driver has been properly installed, the device can be inserted or connected to the PC with the included USB cable. The device is ready for operation now.

6. For Windows XP users only: If the Windows found new Hardware wizard appears, select the option for automatic driver search to complete the installation.

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4.4 Vector Hardware Configuration

Executing Vector Hardware Config

After the successful installation you will find the configuration application Vector Hardware in the Control Panel (see below). The tool gives you information about the connected and installed Vector devices. There are also several settings that can be changed.

Control panel Windows XP

 Category view

Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click in the left part of the window for further Control Panel options followed by Vector Hardware.

 Classic view

Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.

Control panel Windows Vista

 Category view

Windows Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click in the right part of the window for Additional Options followed by Vector Hardware.

 Classic view

Windows Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.

Control panel Windows 7

 Category view

Windows Start | Control Panel | Hardware and Sound, click Vector Hardware in the list.

 Symbols view

Windows Start | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.

Control panel Windows 8

 Category view

<Windows key>+<X> | Control Panel | Hardware and Sound, click Vector Hardware in the list.

 Symbols view

<Windows key>+<X> | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.

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The tool is split into two windows. The left window lets you access the installed Vector devices, the right window displays the details of the selection. The following nodes are available in the left window:

Hardware

Each installed Vector device is shown in Hardware. Additional details of available channels are shown in a tree view. Status information on the device components and the channels are also shown in this dialog.

Application

In Application, all available applications are shown with their configured channels. If you click on an application, all of its channels are displayed in the right pane on the screen.

General information

The General information section contains general information on Vector devices and applications.

License

The License section contains information on all currently valid licenses.

Note: You will find a detailed description of Vector Hardware Config in the online

help (Help | Contents).

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4.5 Loop Tests

Operating test

The test described here can be performed to check the functional integrity of the driver and the device. This test is identical for Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7,

Windows 8 and independent of the used application.

4.5.1 CAN

Device test

The operating test for CAN can be executed with the following devices:

 CANcardXL  CANcardXLe  CANcaseXL  CANcaseXL log  CANboardXL Family  VN1610  VN1630  VN1640  VN5610  VN7570  VN7600  VN8910  VN8910A  VN8912

Loop3.exe

Either two High-Speed or two Low-Speed transceivers are necessary for this functional test:

1. Connect two CAN channels with a suitable cable. If two High-Speed transceivers are being used, we recommend our CANcable 1 (CANcable 0 for Low-Speed transceivers).

2. Start \Drivers\Common\Loop3.exe from the driver CD. This program accesses the Vector devices and transmits CAN messages.

3. Select the connected CAN channels of the device(s) to be tested.

4. Set the appropriate baudrate depending on the transceiver being used (HighSpeed max. 1,000,000 Bd, Low-Speed max. 125,000 Bd).

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5. Click [Start].

6. You will see statistical data in the lower part of the window if the system has been configured properly.

Loop3 application

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7. The test procedure can be terminated with the [Stop] button. An OK should appear in the upper part of the window.

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4.5.2 FlexRay

Device test

The operating test for FlexRay can be executed with the following devices:

 VN3300  VN3600  VN7570  VN7600

FRLoop.exe

This operating test requires an inserted FRpiggy.

1. Remove the FlexRay cable if it is connected.

2. Start \Drivers\Common\FRLoop.exe from the driver CD.

3. Execute the test.

4. If no error messages occur, the operating test was successful.

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4.5.3 MOST

Device test

The operating test for MOST can be executed with the following devices:

 VN2610  VN2640

MLoop.exe

This functional test requires a MOST fiber optic cable and a fiber coupler for HFBR connectors.

1. VN2610 Start \Drivers\Common\MLoop.exe from the driver CD

VN2640 Start \Drivers\Common\M150Loop.exe from the driver CD.

2. Select the VN2610/VN2640 to be tested from the list of detected devices.

3. Click [Twinkle] and check if the power LED of the VN2610/VN2640 is blinking at least for one second.

4. Connect the MOST fiber optic cable with the VN2610/VN2640 device, select Master mode and check if the program displays the status Unlock. Check if red light comes out of the TX fiber of the MOST fiber optic cable.

5. Connect both ends of the fiber with one fiber coupler to a ring and check if the program displays the status Lock.

6. Close MLoop.exe with [Exit].

4.5.4 Ethernet

Device test

The operating test for Ethernet can be executed with the following devices:

 VN5610

1. Connect both Ethernet channels of the VN5610 with an Ethernet cable.

2. Start \Drivers\Common\ETHloop.exe from the driver CD.

3. Select an installed VN5610 from the list.

4. Press [Twinkle] and check if the LED Status blinks.

5. Start the test by pressing the button [Start Test]. The test is successful if no error messages occur.

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