IXXAT CAN@net NT 400 User manual

CAN@net NT
200 and 420
USER MANUAL
4.01.0332.20000-EN 1.4 ENGLISH

Important User Information
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curacies or omissions. The data and illustrations found in this document are not binding. We, HMS Industrial Net-
works, 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
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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 in-
cluding any applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.
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arise as a result from the use of undocumented features, timing, or functional side effects found outside the docu-
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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 as-
sume 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 General Safety Instructions.............................................................................................5
2.2 Intended Use.................................................................................................................5
3 Scope of Delivery ............................................................................................................ 5
4 Product Description ....................................................................................................... 6
5 Installation ........................................................................................................................ 7
5.1 Installing the Software ....................................................................................................7
5.2 Installing the Hardware...................................................................................................9
6 Configuration ................................................................................................................. 11
6.1 Connecting Possibilities................................................................................................ 11
6.2 Basic Configuration......................................................................................................12
6.3 Gateway Configuration.................................................................................................15
6.4 Bridge Configuration ....................................................................................................16
6.5 VCI Interface Configuration...........................................................................................18
6.6 Reset to Factory Settings..............................................................................................19
6.7 Read and erase LOG File .............................................................................................19
7 Operation......................................................................................................................... 20
7.1 Ethernet Port ...............................................................................................................20
7.2 Mini USB Port..............................................................................................................20
7.3 Indicators ....................................................................................................................21

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8 Default Network Settings ............................................................................................ 23
9 TCP/UPD Ports............................................................................................................... 23
10 Technical Data................................................................................................................ 23
11 Support/Return Hardware ........................................................................................... 24
11.1 Support .......................................................................................................................24
11.2 Return Hardware .........................................................................................................24
12 Disposal........................................................................................................................... 24
A Regulatory Compliance............................................................................................... 25
A.1 EMC Compliance (CE) .................................................................................................25
A.2 FCC Compliance Statement .........................................................................................25
A.3 Disposal and recycling .................................................................................................26

User Guide 3 (28)
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 addresses trained personnel. Trained personnel are all persons who are familiar
with the installation and use. The contents of the manual must be made available to any person
authorized to use or operate the product.
1.2 Related Documents
Document Author
Installation Guide VCI Driver HMS
Software Design Guide CAN@net NT 200/420 Generic Protocol for Gateway
Mode
HMS
User Manual CAN-Gateway Configurator HMS
1.3 Document History
Version Date Description
1.0 July 2016 First release
1.1 October 2016 Adjusted to new IXXAT CAN-Gateway Configurator
1.2 July 2017 Changes in configuration tool, added CAN@net NT 420
1.3 November 2017 Minor corrections
1.4 April 2018 Moved parts of the configuration to user manual of CAN-Gateway
Configurator
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
Risk of interference to radio and television if used in office or home environment!
Use exclusively included accessories.
Make sure that the shield of the interface is connected with the device plug and the
plug on the other side.
Use exclusively shielded cables.
Malfunction caused by extension cable!
According to the USB specification connect the interface directly or via an active
USB hub to the computer. Do not use an extension cable.
2.1 General Safety Instructions
► Protect product from moisture and humidity.
► Protect product from too high or too low temperature (see Technical Data, p. 23).
► 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.
2.2 Intended Use
The components are used to connect computer systems to CAN and CAN FD networks and to
connect the networks with each other. They are intended for installation on standard DIN rail.
3 Scope of Delivery
Included in scope of delivery:
• CAN@net NT
• 1 x power connector
• 2 x CAN connector (with CAN@net NT 200)
4 x CAN connector (with CAN@net NT 420)
• User Manual CAN@net NT
• Installation Guide VCI Driver
• Mini USB cable
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4 Product Description
The CAN@net NT hardware provides connectivity to Ethernet and CAN networks with various
operational modes. The CAN@net NT 420 additionally is capable of CAN FD. The application
firmware running on the CAN@net NT provides functions to access a CAN bus from virtually
every Ethernet TCP/IP host. Any Ethernet TCP/IP host can connect to this server and exchange
commands and CAN messages with it using the ASCII protocol. The server relays the com-
mands and messages to the CAN bus and vice versa.
The CAN@net NT application firmware includes a filtering mechanism that is based on CAN
identifiers. Filtering applies in the direction from CAN system to TCP/IP network. Certain CAN
messages can be forwarded and others discarded. The CAN@net NT provides message filter-
ing for Gateway and Bridge mode. In the Gateway mode the filter can be configured by means
of ASCII commands. In the Bridge mode the configuration tool is used to configure the filter.
With the VCI driver the CAN@net NT can be used as a PC interface.
Operational Modes
• VCI Interface Mode
• ASCII Gateway Mode
• Local CAN Bridge
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 2 devices
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 3 devices (only with CAN@net NT 420)
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 4 devices (only with CAN@net NT 420)
Features
• CAN@net NT 200: 2 x CAN connections, ISO 11898-2 (terminal adapters)
• CAN@net NT 420: 4 x CAN connections, ISO 11898-2 (terminal adapters), two connec-
tions can be switched between Classic CAN and CAN FD
• 1 x RJ45 Ethernet port, 10/100 Mbit/s
• 1 x mini USB 2.0 port, high-speed
• configuration via USB or Ethernet
• With the CAN-Gateway Configurator a configuration can be created, modified, written to
and read from the target device via USB or Ethernet connection.
• Gateway and Bridge mode possible
• platform independent due to ASCII protocol
• Classic CAN/ CAN FD ID filtering
• Classic CAN to CAN FD mapping and CAN FD to Classic CAN mapping (with NT 420)
• cyclic transmission of CAN messages
• MQTT and syslog functionality
• command line program CANGWfile
• action rules via if-this-action-then-that-event functionality
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5 Installation
5.1 Installing the Software
5.1.1 Installing the Driver
For the operation of the CAN-Gateway Configurator and the CAN@net VCI mode a driver is
needed.
The VCI driver is constantly improved and expanded! Check if a newer version is available within
the support area on www.ixxat.com.
Windows
► Install the VCI driver (see Installation Guide VCI Driver).
5.1.2 Installing the CAN-Gateway Configurator
The CAN-Gateway Configurator is constantly improved and expanded! Check if a newer version
is available within the support area on www.ixxat.com.
► Download the CAN-Gateway Configurator CANbridge NT & CAN@net NT 200/420 pack-
age from www.ixxat.com.
► Run cangwconfig.exe.
➨Installation wizard starts automatically.
► Follow instructions in installation program.
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5.1.3 Updating the Device Firmware
Whether updating is permitted via Ethernet or a password is needed, is defined in
the security settings of the CAN-Gateway Configurator. The default password is
IXXAT. For further information see user manual CAN-Gateway Configurator.
The firmware is constantly improved and expanded! Check if a newer firmware version is avail-
able within the support area on www.ixxat.com.
To use all features the latest firmware versions of the CAN-Gateway Configurator and of the
CAN@net NT must be installed.
If the current firmware of the CAN@net NT in use is V4 or older:
► Contact IXXAT support on www.ixxat.com for information about updating to V5.
If the current firmware of the CAN@net NT in use is V5:
► Check if newer firmware is available on www.ixxat.com.
► Download the firmware package.
► Make sure, that the device is connected to power supply.
► Connect the device to the computer.
► Start the CAN-Gateway Configurator.
► Open menu Target and select Update Firmware.
► Select the firmware package and click button Start.
➨Firmware of the connected device is updated.
For information about the update of the CAN-Gateway Configurator and existing configurations
see User Manual CAN-Gateway Configurator.
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5.2 Installing the Hardware
Fig. 1 Connectors
1 CAN 1
2 CAN 2
3 Power connector
4 CAN 3 (only with CAN@net NT 420)
5CAN 4 (only with CAN@net NT 420)
► Make sure that the cross-sectional area of the cable is larger than or equal to 0.14 mm2.
► To remove the connector, use screwdriver or similar tool.
► Connect the cables.
► Plug the connector into the housing.
The shield of the CAN connector is connected to the device ground and the PE on the back of
the device (DIN rail) via a 1 MΩ resistor and a 10 nF capacitor. To achieve highest interference
immunity, ground the shield of the CAN cable.
5.2.1 Power Connector
Fig. 2 Power connector
Pin Allocation of Power Connector
Pin no. Signal
1 V+ (+9 V to +32 V DC)
2 V-
3—
4—
31
2
4 5
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5.2.2 CAN and CAN FD Connectors
Fig. 3 CAN/CAN FD connector
Pin Allocation of CAN and CAN FD Connectors
Pin no. Signal
1 CAN high
2 CAN low
3 CAN GND
4 Shield
If a D-Sub 9 connector is used, observe the following pin allocation of the D-Sub 9 connector:
Pin no. Signal
1—
2 CAN low
3 CAN GND
4—
5Shield
6—
7CAN high
8—
9—
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6 Configuration
Whether changing the configuration is permitted via Ethernet or a password is
needed is defined in the security settings of the CAN-Gateway Configurator. The
default password is IXXAT. For further information see user manual CAN-Gateway
Configurator.
6.1 Connecting Possibilities
There are different possibilities to connect the CAN@net NT. Depending on the type of connec-
tion different ways of configuring the IP address and the device are necessary.
Fig. 4 Types of connection
The following ways of connecting the devices for the configuration are possible:
•(1) via USB (recommended for the first configuration of the device)
•(2/3) via Ethernet in a locale network
•(4) via Router (IP address of device has to be known)
Malfunction caused by extension cable!
According to the USB specification connect the interface directly or via an active
USB hub to the computer. Do not use an extension cable.
PC
10.41.18.3
CAN@net N T
169.254.163.109
CAN@net N T
192.168.1.23
CAN@net N T
10.41.18.10
CAN@net N T
10.41.18.5
CAN@net N T
a.b.c.d
Router
USB
10.41.18.1
192.168.1.1
1
2
3
4
ETH
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6.2 Basic Configuration
CAN@net NT 200 and CAN@net NT 420 can not be combined. For CAN-
Ethernet-CAN Bridges use either NT 200 devices or NT 420 devices.
Fig. 5 CAN-Gateway Configurator
1 Information about target device (STS reflects Power LED of device)
2 Drop-down list Select device type
3 Drop-down list Select device version
4 Button New
5Button Open
6 Button Save
7Button Save as
8 Button Verify
9 Button Scan
10 Combo box Target device
11 Button Connect
12 Button Write to
13 Button Read from
14 Terminal window
6.2.1 Prerequisites and Initial Settings
To use all features the latest firmware versions of the CAN-Gateway Configurator and the
CAN@net NT must be installed.
► Make sure that the latest VCI driver is installed.
► Connect a device to the host computer (see Connecting Possibilities, p. 11).
► Start the CAN-Gateway Configurator.
► Check www.ixxat.com/support for the latest firmware versions of the CAN-Gateway Config-
urator and the CAN@net as well as for Update Guidelines.
► Make sure, that the latest CAN-Gateway Configurator is installed.
► Make sure that the CAN@net is updated to the latest firmware.
► Select the type of CAN@net NT in use in drop-down list Select device type (2).
► Select the version in use of the CAN-Gateway Configurator in drop-down list Select
device version (3).
3
4 5 6 7 8
9
10
11 122
1
13
14
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6.2.2 Configuring the IP Address
Device is only found by scanning, if correct device type and correct device version
are selected. Make sure, that device type and device version are selected
according to the connected device.
HMS Industrial Networks recommends to use a static IP address.
If device is connected via a router:
► Enter the IP address (see Default Network Settings, p. 23) in CAN-Gateway Configurator
in combo box Target Device (9).
► Connect the device in CAN-Gateway Configurator (see Connecting the Device in CAN-
Gateway Configurator, p. 14).
If device is connected via USB or via Ethernet in local network:
► Open menu Scan in menu bar and select Change IP configuration.
➨Window IP Configuration is opened.
➨CAN-Gateway Configurator scans automatically for connected devices of predefined
type and version number.
Fig. 6 IP configuration
► Make sure that the serial number in drop-down list Target Device points to the connected
device.
► If necessary define a new IP address.
► Make sure that the IP address is in the range of the network in which the device is
integrated.
► Define the network settings.
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► Enter password (default: IXXAT) in field Device password.
► To write the new IP configuration to the target device click button Save.
► If the CAN@net NT is connected via a router, configure the IP address again after the de-
vice is configured.
► Connect the device in CAN-Gateway Configurator (see Connecting the Device in CAN-
Gateway Configurator, p. 14).
HMS Industrial Networks recommends to change the default password. See User Manual CAN-
Gateway Configurator for further information.
6.2.3 Connecting the Device in CAN-Gateway Configurator
Fig. 7 CAN-Gateway Configurator
► Connect a device to the host computer (see Connecting Possibilities, p. 11).
► Make sure, that all prerequisites are met and that all initial settings are done (see Prerequi-
sites and Initial Settings, p. 12).
► Configure the IP address (see Configuring the IP Address, p. 13).
► To find the device, click button Scan (2) in the CAN-Gateway Configurator.
► In combo box Target Device (3) select the device in use.
or
If the device is configured via a router, enter IP address in combo box Target Device (3).
► Click button Connect (4) to connect the selected device.
► To create a new project file, click button New (1).
or
To change an existing configuration, click button Read from (5) and save the configuration.
► Configure the device in the desired mode (see Gateway Configuration, p. 15,Bridge Con-
figuration, p. 16 or VCI Interface Configuration, p. 18).
1
2
3
4
5
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6.3 Gateway Configuration
6.3.1 Description of Gateway Mode
In the Gateway mode, the CAN@net NT is hooked to the local intranet or internet (firewall
needed). This allows a TCP/IP host within the reach of this intranet or internet to connect to the
CAN@net NT and gain control of the CAN system.
Fig. 8 Gateway mode
For information about the communication in Gateway mode and commands that are used to ex-
change CAN messages see Software Design Guide CAN@net NT 200/420 Generic Protocol
for Gateway Mode on www.ixxat.com.
6.3.2 Configuring the Device
Fig. 9 ASCII Gateway Mode
► Make sure that the device is connected (see Connecting Possibilities, p. 11) and that the
basic configurations are set (see Basic Configuration, p. 12).
► In configuration tree (1) select CAN@net — General.
► In drop-down list Operational Mode (2) select ASCII Gateway Mode.
► To write the configuration to the device, click button Write to (3).
► To exchange messages in the Gateway mode, use ASCII commands (for further informa-
tion see Software Design Guide CAN@net NT 200/420 Generic Protocol for Gateway
Mode on www.ixxat.com).
It is possible to add information about the configuration in fields Author,Configuration Name
and Additional Info.
CAN@net N T
(Gateway)Host System
1
4
3
2CAN
CAN or CAN-FD
1+2:
3+4:
2 3
1
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6.4 Bridge Configuration
Exclusively one master device is allowed in the Bridge mode.
6.4.1 Possible Operational Modes
With the CAN@net NT the Bridge mode allows to connect CAN systems over an Ethernet TCP/
IP network, for example the local intranet or the internet (firewall needed). Minimum two devices
are required for a CAN-Ethernet-CAN bridge. One must be configured as master and one as
slave. A single device can be used as Local CAN bridge, which allows to map individual mes-
sages from and to each CAN port of the device.
Possible Bridge Modes with CAN@net NT 200:
• Local CAN Bridge
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 2 devices
Possible Bridge Modes with CAN@net NT 420:
• Local CAN Bridge
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 2 devices
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 3 devices
• CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 4 devices
Fig. 10 CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 2 devices (NT 200)
Fig. 11 CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge with 4 devices (NT 420)
CAN
CAN@net N T
(Slave)
CAN@net N T
(Master)
1
2
1
2CAN
CAN
CAN@net N T
(Slave)
CAN@net N T
(Master)
CAN or CAN-FD
1
4
3
2
1+2:
3+4:
1
4
3
2
CAN@net N T
(Slave)
1
4
3
2
CAN@net N T
(Slave)
1
4
3
2
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6.4.2 Configuring the Devices
To build a Bridge configuration all devices must be configured in one configuration file. The con-
figuration can be set for one device and then downloaded to the other devices (Master, Slave 1
to 3). In the Local CAN Bridge mode only one device is connected and has to be configured.
Configuration fails, if the individual devices of a CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge are
configured from different configuration files! Observe that for the configuration of a
CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge each device must be configured with the same
configuration file. If the configuration is changed, the new configuration file has to
be downloaded again to all devices.
Fig. 12 CAN-Gateway Configurator CAN@net NT 420
► Configure the IP address of each device used in the Bridge (see Configuring the IP Ad-
dress, p. 13).
► Connect the Master device to the host computer (see Connecting Possibilities, p. 11).
► Make sure that the basic configurations are set (see Basic Configuration, p. 12).
► In configuration tree (1) select CAN@net — General.
► For a CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge select in drop-down list Operational Mode (4)CAN-
Ethernet-CAN Bridge with x slaves according to the number of connected slaves.
or
► For a Local CAN Bridge select Local CAN Bridge in drop-down list Operational Mode (4) .
► If CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge is selected, enter the IP addresses of the Master device and
of all connected Slave devices.
► Configure the baud rate settings for the CAN ports of the Master device and of all Slave de-
vices and the mapping table (for further information see User Manual CAN-Gateway
Configurator on www.ixxat.com).
► For descriptions of the further configuration possibilities see User Manual CAN-Gateway
Configurator.
► After the configuration click button Write to (5) to write the configuration to device.
4
5
1
2 3
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► Click button Save (2) or Save as (3) to save the configuration.
► For the CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge connect the devices one after another and download
the configuration to each device.
► Observe that for the configuration of a CAN-Ethernet-CAN Bridge each device must be
configured with the same configuration file. If the configuration is changed, the new config-
uration file has to be downloaded again to all devices.
It is possible to add information about the configuration in fields Author,Configuration Name
and Additional Info.
6.5 VCI Interface Configuration
The VCI interface mode is only possible via Ethernet.
With the VCI driver the CAN@net NT can be used as a PC interface. All VCI-based IXXAT tools
as well as customer-specific applications based on the VCI driver can be used. The VCI driver
offers the possibility to communicate with up to 128 CAN@net NT devices via LAN or internet.
Fig. 13 VCI Interface Mode
► Make sure that the device is connected (see Connecting Possibilities, p. 11) and the basic
configurations are set (see Basic Configuration, p. 12).
► In configuration tree (1) select CAN@net — General.
► In drop-down list Operational Mode (2) select VCI Interface Mode.
► To write the configuration to the device, click button Write to (3).
► Configure the Device Server (see Installation Guide VCI Driver).
It is possible to add information about the configuration in fields Author,Configuration Name
and Additional Info.
2 3
1
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