ETAS ES583.1 User manual

ES583.1
FlexRay Bus Interface USB Module
User’s Guide

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The data in this document may not be altered or amended without special noti-
fication from ETAS GmbH. ETAS GmbH undertakes no further obligation in rela-
tion to this document. The software described in it can only be used if the
customer is in possession of a general license agreement or single license. Using
and copying is only allowed in concurrence with the specifications stipulated in
the contract.
Under no circumstances may any part of this document be copied, reproduced,
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without the express written permission of ETAS GmbH.
© Copyright 2014 ETAS GmbH, Stuttgart
The names and designations used in this document are trademarks or brands
belonging to the respective owners.
ES583.1 - User's Guide R01 EN - 03.2014

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Contents
ETAS Contents
1General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Basic safety notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 Identification of safety notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.2 General safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.3 Requirements for users and duties for operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.4 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 RoHS conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2.1 European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2.2 China . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 CE marking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.4 Product return and recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.5 Identifications on the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.6 About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.6.1 Presentation of information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.6.2 Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.7 Scope of supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.8 Additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2Hardware description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2 Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3 Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.1 Operating state of the module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4.2 Function state of FlexRay interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5 Block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.6 USB port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.7 FlexRay interface (FLX1, FLX2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.7.1 Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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2.7.2 Bus termination resistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.7.3 Synchronization nodes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.8 Firmware update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
3Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1 Preparing the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1.1 USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1.2 Checking system requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1.3 CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.2 Installing the USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.3 Uninstalling the USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.4 Verifying the installation of the USB driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.5 Connection to the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
4Troubleshooting Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.1 Displays of the LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.2 Problems with the ES583.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1 General data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.1 Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.2 Ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.3 Maintenance of the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.4 Cleaning the product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.1.5 Mechanical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.2 System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.2.1 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.2.2 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.3 Electrical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.3.1 Voltage supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.3.2 FlexRay interface (FLX1 and FLX2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.4 Terminal assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6Cables and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.1 Cable CBF100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.2 FlexRay termination resistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7Order Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.1 ES583.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.2 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.2.1 FlexRay interface cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.2.2 FlexRay termination resistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
8ETAS Contact Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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1 General
The introductory chapter provides information about the basic safety notices,
product return and recycling, use of this manual, system requirements for oper-
ating the module, scope of supply and additional information.
1.1 Basic safety notices
1.1.1 Identification of safety notices
The safety notices contained in this manual are identified with the danger symbol
shown below:
The safety notices shown below are used for this purpose. They provide notes to
extremely important information. Please read this information carefully.
1.1.2 General safety information
Please observe the Product Safety Notices ("ETAS Safety Notice") and the follow-
ing safety notices to avoid health issues or damage to the device.
ETAS GmbH does not assume any liability for damages resulting from improper
handling, unintended use or non-observance of the safety precautions.
1.1.3 Requirements for users and duties for operators
The product may be assembled, operated and maintained only if you have the
necessary qualification and experience for this product. Improper use or use by a
user without sufficient qualification can lead to damages or injuries to one's
health or damages to property.
General safety at work
The existing regulations for safety at work and accident prevention must be fol-
lowed.
WARNING!
indicates a possible danger with moderate risk of death or (serious)
injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION!
identifies a hazard with low risk that could result in minor or medium
physical injuries or property damages if not avoided.
Note
Carefully read the documentation that belongs to the product prior to the
startup.

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1.1.4 Intended use
This product was developed and approved for automotive applications. For use
in other application areas, please contact your ETAS contact partner.
Requirements for operation
The following requirements are necessary for safe operation of the module:
• Observe the notes for the ambient conditions (see chapter 5.1.2
on page 25).
• Ensure compliance with the connection and settings values (see chapter
5.2.1 on page 27).
• Use the product only according to the specifications ion the corresponding
user's guide. For any other use, the product safety is not ensured.
• Observe the regulations concerning electrical safety and the laws and reg-
ulations concerning occupational safety applicable at the application site!
• Do not use the product in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Opening the module
Requirements for the technical state of the product
The product is designed in accordance with state-of-the-art technology and rec-
ognized safety rules. The product may be operated only in a technically flawless
condition and according to the intended purpose and with regard to safety and
dangers as stated in the respective product documentation. If the product is not
used according to its intended purpose, the protection of the product may be
impaired.
Maintenance and cleaning
The product is maintenance-free. For cleaning, use a clean and dry cloth.
CAUTION!
Loss of Features as defined by IP30!
Do not open or change the module housing!
Works on the module housing may be executed only by qualified
technical personnel.
CAUTION!
Damage or destruction of module is possible!
Do not open or change the module housing!
Work on the module housing may only be performed by qualified
personnel.

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1.2 RoHS conformity
1.2.1 European Union
The EU guideline 2002/95/EU limits the use of certain dangerous materials for
electric and electronic devices (RoHS conformity).
ETAS confirms that the product meets this directive applicable in the European
Union.
1.2.2 China
With the China RoHS identification attached to the product or its packaging,
ETAS confirms that the product meets the guidelines of the "China RoHS" (Man-
agement Methods for Controlling Pollution Caused by Electronic Information
Products Regulation) applicable in the People's Republic of China.
1.3 CE marking
With the CE marking attached to the product or its packaging, ETAS confirms
that the product corresponds to the product-specific, applicable European Direc-
tives. The CE Declaration of Conformity for the product is available upon request.
1.4 Product return and recycling
The European Union (EU) released the Directive for Waste Electrical and Elec-
tronic Equipment - WEEE to ensure the setup of systems for collecting, treating
and recycling electronic waste in all countries of the EU.
This ensures that the devices are recycled in a resource-friendly way that does not
represent any risk to personal health and the environment.
Fig. 1-1 WEEE symbol
The WEEE symbol (see Fig. 1-1 on page 7) on the product or its packaging iden-
tifies that the product may not be disposed of together with the remaining trash.
The user is obligated to separately collect old devices and provide them to the
WEEE return system for recycling.
The WEEE Directive applies to all ETAS devices, but not to external cables or bat-
teries.
Additional information about the recycling program of ETAS GmbH is available
from the ETAS sales and service locations (see chapter 8 on page 37).

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1.5 Identifications on the product
The following symbols are used for identifying the product:
Please observe the information in the chapter "Technical Data" on page 25.
Symbol Description
The User's Guide must be read prior to the startup of the
product!
Terminal assignment (see chapter "Terminal assignment"
on page 30)
Operating voltage range (DC voltage)
Marking for CE conformity, see chapter 1.3 on page 7
Marking for RoHS, see chapter 1.2.1 on page 7

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1.6 About this manual
1.6.1 Presentation of information
"Use Case" format
All activities to be performed by the user are presented in a "Use Case" format.
That is, the goal to be accomplished is briefly defined in the heading, and the
respective steps required for reaching this goal are then presented in a list. The
presentation looks as follows:
Goal definition:
Any preliminary information...
•Step1
Any explanation for step 1...
•Step2
Any explanation for step 2...
•Step3
Any explanation for step 3...
Any concluding comments...
Typographical conventions
The following typographical conventions are used:
Important notes for the user are presented as follows:
Click on OK.Button labels are printed in bold charac-
ters.
Press <ENTER>. Keyboard commands are presented in
angled brackets starting with capital let-
ter.
The "Open File" dialog window
appears.
Names of program windows, dialog win-
dows, fields and similar are given in quo-
tation marks.
Bold Labels of the device
Italic Particularly important text passages
Note
Important note for the user.

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1.6.2 Structure
This manual consists of eight chapters and an index.
• Chapter 1: "Introduction"
The "Introduction" chapter (this chapter) provides information about the
basic safety notices, product return and recycling, use of this manual, and
scope of supply.
• Chapter 2: "Hardware Description"
The "Hardware description" chapter provides an overview of the ES583.1
module, the LEDs, the block diagram, the power supply, the interfaces and
the firmware update.
• Chapter 3: "Startup"
The "Startup” chapter describes the preparation of the installation, the
Installation and uninstallation of the ES583.1 drivers as well as checking
the driver installation.
• Chapter 4: "Troubleshooting Problems"
This chapter gives some information of what you can do when problems
arise with the ES583.1 and when general problems arise that are not spe-
cific to an individual software or hardware product.
• Chapter 5: "Technical Data"
The "Technical Data" chapter contains a summary of the terminal assign-
ments and technical data of the ES583.1-FlexRay Bus Interface USB Mod-
ule.
• Chapter 6: "Cables and Accessories"
The "Cables and Accessories" chapter provides an overview of available
cables and accessories.
• Chapter 7: "Order Information"
The "Order Information" chapter contains the information for ordering
available cables and accessories.
The concluding "ETAS Contacts" chapter provides information about interna-
tional ETAS sales and service locations.
1.7 Scope of supply
Prior to the initial commissioning of your ES583.1, please check whether the
module was delivered with all required components (see chapter 7.1
on page 35).
Additional cables and adapters can be obtained separately from ETAS. A list of
available accessories and their order designation is located in chapter 7.2
on page 35 of this manual or in the ETAS product catalog.
1.8 Additional information
The configuration instructions for the ES583.1 under INCA can be found in the
corresponding software documentation.