IXXAT FlexRay CCM/ FRC-EP150 User manual

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Hardware Manual
FlexRay CCM / FRC-EP150
PC Interface for FlexRay and CAN

IXXAT
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Document number: 4.01.0100.20000
Version: 2.4

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Contents
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1Introduction ..............................................................................5
1.1 Overview .............................................................................5
1.2 Features ..............................................................................5
1.3 Block diagram .....................................................................6
1.4 Support...............................................................................7
1.5 Returning hardware............................................................8
2Installation.................................................................................8
2.1 Hardware installation .........................................................8
2.2 Software installation ..........................................................8
3Connections...............................................................................9
3.1 Pin assignment .................................................................10
3.1.1 FlexRay connector (FLX A & FLX B) ........................................... 11
3.1.2 FlexRay CCM CAN connector (CAN1 & CAN2) .......................... 12
3.1.3 FRC-EP150 CAN connector (CAN1/3 & CAN2/4)....................... 12
3.1.4 Power connector (6 - 50 V DC) ................................................ 13
3.1.5 Ethernet connector (ETHERNET)............................................... 14
3.1.6 Trigger/Digital-Out connector (TRIG-OUT)................................ 15
3.1.7 Trigger-In connector (TRIG-IN) ................................................. 15
3.2 Shielding...........................................................................16
3.3 Trigger/Digital output .......................................................17
3.4 Trigger input .....................................................................20
4Displays ...................................................................................21
5Firmware updates....................................................................22
Appendix ........................................................................................23
Technical specifications ...........................................................23
Ordering codes ........................................................................24
Accessories ..............................................................................25
Information on disposal of waste equipment.........................30
Information on EMC ................................................................30
Declaration of conformity .......................................................31
FCC Compliance.......................................................................32

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1Introduction
1.1 Overview
The FlexRay CCM/FRC-EP150 is a powerful PC interface for the analysis, diagnos-
tics and stimulation of FlexRay and CAN networks.
This manual is intended to help you make full use of your interface. Please read
this manual before beginning with installation.
1.2 Features
•Measuring and analysis platform for FlexRay and CAN networks
•FlexRay connection via plug-in boards. Upgradeable to future protocol ver-
sions
•Current FlexRay protocol support via Freescale MFR4310
•FlexRay Dual Channel 2 x 10 MBit/s
•FlexRay Dual Communication Controller option available
•FlexRay bus connection via the Physical-Layer-Chip Philips TJA1080
•2 x CAN bus connection in accordance with ISO 11898-2 and 11898-3
switchable via software
•2 x CAN bus connection in accordance with ISO 11898-2 (FRC-EP150 only)
•Fast Ethernet 100 MBit/s
•Trigger interfaces: 4 x output, 2 x input
•Powerful microprocessor Power PC 866 with 133 MHz, 64 MByte RAM
and 32 MByte FLASH
•Highly integrated FPGA with one million gates for FIFO-memory, time stamp
and extended routing
•Two microcontrollers HCS12 for FlexRay and CAN communication
•All interfaces galvanically isolated
•Power supply from 6 to 50 V DC with overvoltage and reverse battery protec-
tion
•Housing and connectors suitable for use in automotive environment
•Open FlexRay and CAN PC driver interface (VCI) for Windows XP,
Windows 2000 and Windows Vista
Fig. 1-1/1-2 shows the block diagram of the basic board with all main interfaces
and Fig. 1-3/1-4 the block diagram of the FlexRay plug-in board. Depending on
the version of the FlexRay plug-in board, the architecture can be differently de-
signed.

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1.3 Block diagram
FlexRay Module
FlexRay CCM
System
Controller
MPC866
Ethernet
Phy
Traffic
Detection/
Power on
U-Batt
100
MBit/s
Ethernet
Interface
Power
Supply
6,5 .. 50
V
CAN
Trans-
ceiver
CAN
Trans-
ceiver
CAN 1
CAN 2
Automatic
On Switch
FlexRay A
FlexRay B
Trigger In
Trigger Out
50 Pin Connector
Micro-
controller
HCS12
Flash RAM
CAN 1
FlexRayA/B
Data and
Control
Unit
(FPGA)
CAN 2
CAN 1
CAN 2
50 Pin Connector
RAM
Micro-
Controller
HCS12
Fig. 1-1: Block diagram of the FlexRay CCM
FlexRay Module
FRC-EP150
System
Controller
MPC866
Ethernet
Phy
Traffic
Detection/
Power on
U-Batt
100
MBit/s
Ethernet
Interface
Power
Supply
6,5 .. 50
V
CAN
Trans-
ceiver
CAN
Trans-
ceiver
CAN 1/3
CAN 2/4
Automatic
On Switch
FlexRay A
FlexRay B
Trigger In
Trigger Out
50 Pin Connector
Micro-
controller
HCS12
Flash RAM
CAN 1
FlexRayA/B
Data and
Control
Unit
(FPGA)
CAN 2
CAN 1
CAN 2
50 Pin Connector
RAM
Micro-
Controller
HCS12
CAN 4
CAN 3
Fig. 1-2: Block diagram of the FRC-EP150

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FlexRay Module
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080 Communi-
cation
Controller
50 Pin Connector
50 Pin Connector
Fig. 1-3: Block diagram of the FlexRay plug-in module
FlexRay Module Dual Controller
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080 Communi
-cation
Controller
50 Pin Connector
50 Pin Connector
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080
FlexRay
Phy
TJA1080
Communi
-cation
Controller
Fig. 1-4: Block diagram of the FlexRay plug-in module
1.4 Support
For more information on our products, FAQ lists and installation tips, please refer
to the support section of our website (http://www.ixxat.de), which also contains
information on current product versions and available updates.
If you have any further questions after studying the information on our website
and the manuals, please contact our support department. The support section on
our website contains the relevant forms for your support request. In order to faci-
litate our support work and enable a fast response, please provide precise infor-
mation on the individual points and describe your question or problem in detail.
If you would prefer to contact our support department by phone, please also
send a support request via our website first, so that our support department has
the relevant information available.

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1.5 Returning hardware
To enable fast, correct processing, please apply for an RMA number before re-
turning hardware using our on-line "RMA form", which you will find in the Sup-
port section on our website.
After applying for the RMA number, you will receive a return delivery note from
us, which you should enclose with the return delivery. If returns are made with-
out an RMA number or a return delivery note, we reserve the right to return the
delivery at your expense. A detailed description of the RMA procedure can be
found in the Support section on our website.
2Installation
2.1 Hardware installation
Connect the device to the supply voltage and connect it to a PC via Ethernet. Only
the cables of IXXAT may be used to operate the FlexRay CCM, see section "Acces-
sories".
2.2 Software installation
A PC driver is required to operate the device. For installation of the VCI driver un-
der Windows 2000/XP/Vista, please refer to the VCI installation manual.

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3Connections
Fig. 3-1: View of FlexRay CCM
Fig. 3-2: View of FRC-EP150

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3.1 Pin assignment
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
3 4
5
1
2
3 4
5
CAN1
CAN2
FLX
ON
RDY
ETH
FLX A FLX B CAN1 CAN2
IXXAT
FlexRay Channel A
FlexRay Channel B
CAN-Bus 1
CAN-Bus 2
Fig. 3-3: Connectors and LEDs on the front of the device (FR-CCM)
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
3 4
5
1
2
3 4
5
CAN1/3
CAN2/4
FLX
ON
RDY
ETH
FLX A FLX B CAN1/3 CAN2/4
IXXAT
FlexRay Kanal A
FlexRay Kanal B
CAN-Bus 1
CAN-Bus 2
Fig. 3-4: Connectors and LEDs on the front of the device (FRC-EP150)
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
6-50 V DC TRIG-OUT TRIG-IN ETHERNET
Power Trigger Out
Trigger In Ethernet
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
1
2
Fig. 3-5: Connectors on the back of the device
The following table provides an overview of the connectors used by the
device.