Star Cooperation FlexCard PMC-II User manual

FlexCard PMC-II
Instructions for Use

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NOTICE
ESD (Electro Static Discharge) sensitive product.
Refer to chapter 1.3 and follow the safety and handling instructions.
Contact Information
STAR ELECTRONICS GmbH & Co. KG
A Company of the STAR COOPERATION Group
Jahnstraße 86
73037 Göppingen
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone] (Support)
Fax: [phone]
Sales: [e-mail]
Support: [e-mail]
www.star-cooperation.com/ee-solutions
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Partner liable to unlimited extent: STAR ELECTRONICS Verwaltungs-GmbH, registered offices: Göppingen, register
court Ulm, HRB 722565
Represented by the executive board: Rolf Wittig, Henning Lange
“STAR ELECTRONICS” represents STAR COOPERATION GmbH.
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Disclaimer
The information contained in this document does not affect or change General Terms and Conditions of STAR
COOPERATION. STAR COOPERATION does not guarantee the completeness and accuracy of the content of this
document and assumes no responsibility for any errors which may appear in this document or due to this
document. The content of this document or the associated products are subject to change without notice at any
time.
Based on currently state of arts and science it is impossible to develop software that is bug-free in all
applications. Therefore, the product is only allowed to be used in the sense of the product use case described
herein.
STAR COOPERATION makes no warranty express or implied, as to this document or the information content,
materials or products for any particular purpose, nor does STAR COOPERATION assume any liability arising out of
the application or use of this product, and disclaims all liabilities, including without limitation resulting damages,
as permissible by applicable law.
All operating parameters which are provided in this document can vary in different applications or over time. The
herein described product solely is allowed to be used as described in chapter “Intended use”.
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copyrights, or other intellectual property.
Any semiconductor devices have an inherent chance of failure. You have to protect against injury, damage or loss
from such failures by incorporating safety design measures into your facility and equipment such as redundancy,
fire protection, and prevention of over-current levels and other abnormal operating conditions.
The safety and handling instructions in this document have to be followed strictly.
EC Conformity
The FlexCard PMC-II complies with the essential requirements of the following applicable European Community
Directive(s) including current amendments, and carries the CE marking accordingly:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
The following standard(s) have been used to assess the product:
EN 55022:2010 (Information technology equipment - Radio disturbance characteristics -
Limits and methods of measurement)
EN 55024:2010 (Information technology equipment - Immunity characteristics - Limits and
methods of measurement)
The FlexCard PMC-II is designed, intended and authorized for industrial use only. Using the product in domestic
environment may lead to electromagnetic disturbances.
This product is compliant with the European Community Directive 2011/65/EC on the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS).
Revision History
Version
Date
Description
D1V0-F 27-Feb-2009 Initial release.
D1V1-F 16-Apr-2009 Added FlexTiny II chapter and Linux driver support.
D1V2-F 10-Jul-2009 Updated firmware update chapter and added Xenomai driver support.

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Version
Date
Description
D1V3-F 30-Jul-2009 Added user card id chapter. Changed interface description.
D1V4-F
11-Dec-2009
Updates for driver version S6V2-F.
D1V5-F
28-May-2010
Updates for driver version S6V3-F.
D1V6-F 05-Oct-2010 Updates for Linux/Xenomai driver version S5V3-F.
D1V7-F 06-Jul-2012 Updates for Windows driver version S6V4-F.
D2V0-F 16-Nov-2015 Layout updated to STAR COOPERATION.
D2V1b-F 22-Jun-2016 Added CAN FD, driver version S6V6-F
Related Hardware / Software Versions
Product
Reference No.
Version
(Major and
Minor)
Remarks
FlexCard PMC-II Hardware
3-0055-0A01
H1V1
PMC II card with 2 triggers and FlexRay and
CAN support depending on the available
FlexTiny II
FlexCard PMC-II Firmware 3-0055-0C01 S6V6
(6.5.0.33)
Maximum 4 FlexRay or 8 CAN channels with
DMA support.
FlexCard PMC-II Firmware
3-0055-0C01
S5V3
Maximum 2 FlexRay or 8 CAN channels
without DMA support.
FlexTiny II FR 3-0056-0A01 H1V0 Physical layer board for FlexRay
FlexTiny II CAN-HS 3-0056-0B01 H1V0 Physical layer board for CAN
fcBase API (Windows) 3-0009-0K03 S6V6 API to build your own application
fcBase API (Linux) 3-0009-0U01 S5V3 API to build your own application
fcBase API (Xenomai)
3-0009-0V01
S5V3
API to build your own application
Caromee
3-0051-0P01
S3V0
Analyzing software that can be easily
extended and supports the FlexCard product
family.
Further related hardware and software can be found in chapter 2.2.

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Contents
1General ..................................................................................................................................................7
1.1 Intended use........................................................................................................................................7
1.2 Used Pictograms..................................................................................................................................7
1.3 Safety and Handling Instructions..........................................................................................................8
1.4 User Group ........................................................................................................................................10
1.5 Meaning of Text Styles .......................................................................................................................10
2Product Description ........................................................................................................................... 11
2.1 FlexCard PMC-II at a glance ...............................................................................................................11
2.2 Scope of Supply.................................................................................................................................12
2.3 Accessory Parts .................................................................................................................................13
2.4 Updates.............................................................................................................................................13
3Technical Data.................................................................................................................................... 14
3.1 Electrical Characteristics ...................................................................................................................14
3.1.1 Power consumption ...........................................................................................................................14
3.1.2 Signal range.......................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Physical Characteristics .....................................................................................................................14
3.3 Environmental Conditions ..................................................................................................................14
3.4 Block Diagram ...................................................................................................................................15
3.5 Interfaces and Connectors .................................................................................................................15
3.5.1 PMC Interface....................................................................................................................................16
3.5.2 Bus Interfaces on the Front Panel.......................................................................................................16
3.5.3 Bidirectional Trigger Connectors on the Front Panel ...........................................................................18
3.5.4 LED Indicators on the Front Panel ......................................................................................................19
3.5.5 FlexTiny II Modules ............................................................................................................................19
3.5.6 Mounting the FlexTiny II Modules .......................................................................................................20
4Getting Started................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Assembly and Line-up ........................................................................................................................23
4.2 Hardware Installation and Maintenance..............................................................................................23
4.2.1 Customize the Bus Driver Terminating Resistor Values .......................................................................24
4.3 Software Installation and Update .......................................................................................................24
4.3.1 Preconditions.....................................................................................................................................24
4.3.2 Installation on Microsoft Windows Operating Systems........................................................................25
4.3.3 Uninstallation on Microsoft Windows Operating Systems....................................................................28
4.3.4 Installation on Linux Operating System...............................................................................................29
4.3.5 Installation/Uninstallation of the FlexCard LabVIEW Driver.................................................................29
4.4 Firmware Update ...............................................................................................................................29
4.5 License Update..................................................................................................................................31
4.6 Activate an Application Image ............................................................................................................33
4.7 UserCardID ........................................................................................................................................33
4.8 Licensing ...........................................................................................................................................34
5Configuration and Operation ............................................................................................................. 35
6Shipping, Maintenance and Disposal................................................................................................. 36
7Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................. 37
8Ordering Information ......................................................................................................................... 40

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8.1 FlexCard PMC-II .................................................................................................................................40
8.2 Accessory Parts .................................................................................................................................40
8.3 Related Documents............................................................................................................................41
9Appendix............................................................................................................................................. 42
9.1 Appendix A: Guideline for handling ESD sensitive Products.................................................................42
9.2 Appendix B: .......................................................................................................................................42
9.2.1 Acronyms and Abbreviations ..............................................................................................................42
9.2.2 List of Tables .....................................................................................................................................43
9.2.3 List of Figures ....................................................................................................................................43

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1General
1.1 Intended use
The FlexCard PMC-II is a PCI Mezzanine Card for use in 32bit/33MHz capable PMC carriers which are
available for several host system architectures.
The FlexCard PMC-II is solely used to access automotive bus systems. Appropriate installed FlexTiny II with
the according firmware, license and software are required to read from or write to multiple FlexRay, CAN or
Ethernet buses. For FlexRay, channel A and B is supported for each communication controller.
Only the herein described accessory parts are allowed to be used together with the
FlexCard PMC-II.
The FlexCard PMC-II is designed, intended and authorized exclusively for
a) EU: laboratory applications
b) US: industrial test equipment
Any other use without the prior written consent of STAR COOPERATION is prohibited.
The FlexCard PMC-II is NOT designed, intended, or authorized for
use as part of medical systems,
life support applications,
aviation, space, nuclear, or military applications,
use in areas where combustible or explosive gas mixtures are likely to occur,
other applications in which a mistake or malfunction may result in death, personal injury, or
severe physical damage.
The product described in this document is an industrial device, i.e. is designed, intended, or authorized for
professional use. It is not designed, intended, or authorized for home applications or consumers. For this
reason use by non-professionals is forbidden.
1.2 Used Pictograms
The meaning of used pictograms is shortly described below.
Follow the specific instructions in the document where these pictograms are placed.

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WARNING
Used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Used to indicate a situation which may result in an operating failure.
Damage of the product may occur, but there is no hazard of injury
if not avoided.
NOTICE
Used to indicate an electrostatic discharge sensitive product.
The product is subject to damage by ESD, if no precautions are taken.
Information
Used to indicate information provided only for purposes of clarification, illustration, and
general information.
Reference
References to other documents.
Product marking which shows the compliance of the product with the European Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EC.
1.3 Safety and Handling Instructions
Please read the instructions for use carefully. To protect the device or the application against damage or to
avoid personal injury the FlexCard PMC-II has to be handled as described herein.
Changes or modifications of the FlexCard PMC-II are not allowed for safety and warranty reasons!
STAR COOPERATION is not liable for any damages arising from non-observance of the product
information.
Follow the
a) specific safety and handling instructions placed at dedicated document positions
b) general safety and handling instructions below:

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WARNING
MAINS VOLTAGE UP TO 110 / 230 VAC AT THE COMPUTER CHASSIS
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD!
TO PREVENT DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE:
DISCONNECT THE POWER CABLE OF THE COMPUTER BEFORE OPENING THE CHASSIS.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY, TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE
FlexCard PMC-II OR TO PREVENT CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:
PLEASE OBSERVE THE ESD-PROTECTION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE GETTING IN
CONTACT WITH THE CONNECTORS. OTHERWISE THE FLEXCARD PMC-II MAY
GET DAMAGED. SEE CHAPTER 9.1.
DO NOT CONNECT ANY OTHER SIGNALS TO THE INTERFACES AS DESCRIBED
IN THE CHAPTER “INTERFACES AND CONNECTORS”.
ENSURE THAT ALL SIGNALS ARE WITHIN THE SPECIFIED RANGE.
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO ONLY USE PRODUCTS FROM STAR COOPERATION
LISTED IN CHAPTER 8.2 ACCESSORY PARTS TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION!
HIGH TEMPERATURES CAN DAMAGE THE FLEXCARD PMC-II
. KEEP THE
FLEXCARD PMC-II AWAY FROM HEATERS, STOVES, FIREPLACES, AND OTHER
SOURCES OF HEAT.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE FLEXCARD PMC-II TO RAIN OR USE IT NEAR WATER.
DO NOT USE THE FLEXCARD PMC-II IN AREAS OF EXPLOSION HAZARD.
NOTICE
The FlexCard PMC-II may not work correctly or communication problems may occur if:
The FlexCard PMC-II is used in existing passive networks, i.e. when changing the
topology structure.
The coded 8-pole FlexRay connectors are inserted wrong (i.e. due to forced insertion).
The bus termination of the FlexCard PMC-II is not adapted to the connected bus
topology.
The FlexCard PMC-II is configured wrong.
NOTICE
By sending messages over the FlexCard PMC-II to an automotive bus system it is
possible to trigger actions resulting in malfunction and/or damage.
The FlexCard PMC-II must be used by expert technicians familiar with the
corresponding systems.

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NOTICE
ESD (Electro Static Discharge) sensitive product
STAR COOPERATION products lacking protective enclosures
are subject to damage by ESD.
Take proper ESD precautions to avoid
performance degradation or loss of functionality!
Unpack, handle or operate these products only in environments where sufficient
precautionary measures have been taken in respect to ESD hazards.
A guideline is available in chapter 9.1.
Only appropriately trained personnel (such as electricians, technicians and engineers)
may handle and/or operate these products.
1.4 User Group
This document is written for expert technicians who are familiar with electronic components and systems.
Each person involved with assembly, line-up, operation, maintenance, or disposal of the FlexCard PMC-II
has to
be a qualified technician, or electrician, or engineer
strictly adhere to this manual
receive a briefing by an authorized person
1.5 Meaning of Text Styles
In this document filenames are marked with a different text format.

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FEATURES
32bit/33MHz PCI Mezzanine
Card device
4 slots for FlexTiny II
modules, allows maximum 4
channels FlexRay (A+B), 8
channels CAN, 1 channel
Ethernet or a combination
2 TTL compatible trigger lines
Firmware updateable
2Product Description
2.1 FlexCard PMC-II at a glance
The FlexCard PMC-II is a flexible multi-bus instrument for
monitoring, testing, simulation and basic gateway applications.
It is intended to be used with the FlexRay and CAN bus systems.
The number of interfaces may easily be varied by mounting up to
four FlexTiny II modules. This ensures a free and future-oriented
field of application.
Several features like switchable bus terminations, two trigger
lines as well as the easily updateable firmware are integrated on
the device. Using different monitoring modes, the card can be
used as pure monitoring tool and as real communication node
for FlexRay, CAN and Ethernet. Additionally, if the firmware
image with one FlexRay CC is used, the FlexCard PMC-II
supports Self-Synchronization through a second sync frame.
The FlexCard PMC-II can be inserted in a 32bit/33MHz capable
PMC chassis or carrier module. Such carrier modules are available for several platforms like PCI, PCIe,
CompactPCI, or PXI.
The bus systems are connected via four Binder Series 712 jacks. Each Binder jack connects either channel
A and B for FlexRay or two bus channels for CAN or one channel for Ethernet. For each channel two LED
indicators are provided on the front panel signaling different states of the bus channels.
Up to API- and FW-Version S5V2-F, all incoming data is temporarily stored into the 2 MB onboard buffer of
the device. 1 MB is used for data buffering, 1 MB for internal processes. From API- and FW-Version S6V1-F,
all incoming data is transferred over DMA from device to the system RAM and temporarily stored into a 2
MB receive buffer. From API- and FW-Version S6V3-F, all incoming data is temporarily stored into the 2 MB
onboard buffer of the device, too. This prevents data losses and flexible data collection cycles become
possible. Transmit data will be written directly into the Communication Controller in order to ensure a
maximum of performance.
Reference
Further information about how to program applications for the FlexCard PMC-II can be
found in the FlexCard API Documentation.

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Information
The currently supported FlexRay Communication Controller type on the
FlexCard PMC-II is:
BOSCH E-Ray FlexRay IP-Module, Release 1.3
(Referring to the FlexRay protocol specification v2.1a)
The currently supported CAN Communication Controller types (depending on the
firmware image) on the FlexCard PMC-II are:
BOSCH D_CAN CAN IP-Module Release 1.1.1
(Referring to the CAN protocol specification v2.0 part A, B)
BOSCH M_CAN CAN IP-Module Release 3.2.1
(Referring to the CAN protocol specification “ISO 11898-1:2015” and “Bosch CAN FD
specification 1.0”)
Other versions are not supported up to now. Please contact STAR COOPERATION if
other versions need to be supported.
The firmware can be exchanged using the update tool FlexUpdate.exe.
Applications
Usage with STAR COOPERATION Caromee (Demo available)
Usage with STAR COOPERATION FlexAlyzerV2 (See chapter 2.2)
Further commercial applications will support FlexCard PMC-II soon
Usage with customer specific software. The FlexCard driver has a C-API, see [1].
Usage with customer LabVIEW VIs, see [6]
2.2 Scope of Supply
The FlexCard PMC-II is delivered with
Product Reference No. Version
(Major and Minor)
Remarks
FlexCard PMC-II
Firmware
3-0055-0C01 S6V6 (6.5.0.33),
S6V5 and S5V3
Maximum 4 FlexRay, 8 CAN
channels or a combination.
FlexCard SYS 3-0009-0E04 S6V6 Required low level driver for the
FlexCard.
FlexCard DLL 3-0009-0K03 S6V6 Required high level driver for the
FlexCard.
FlexCard Linux driver 3-0009-0U01 S5V3 Linux driver for the FlexCard.
FlexCard Xenomai driver 3-0009-0V01 S5V3 Xenomai driver for the FlexCard.
FlexAlyzerV2 3-0038-0B01 S1V4 FlexCard monitoring tool.
Supports FlexRay/CAN
monitoring and sending data,
triggers, filters and data logging.
Instructions for Use
3-0055-0P01-D05
D2V0
This document.
API Documentation 3-0009-0S01-D03 D2V1 API programming manual as PDF
file.
Getting Started Manual 3-0055-0P01-D07 D2V0 Example how to build a small
FlexRay/CAN-communication.
Demo - S1V6 Demo explaining the
programming of the FlexCard.

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Product Reference No. Version
(Major and Minor)
Remarks
DemoPMC
-
S1V5
Demo explaining the
programming of the FlexCard
with multiple FlexRay CCs.
DemoCAN - S1V5 Console application explaining
the communication over CAN.
DemoCANFD - S1V0 Console application explaining
the communication over CAN FD.
CanBaudRateCalculator - S1V7 Helps with the calculation of CAN
bus parameters.
FlexUpdate - S1V11 Tool for updating firmware and
licenses.
Tracer Control - S1V3 Activates debug information.
Table 1: Scope of supply of the FlexCard PMC-II
A list of available accessory parts can be found in chapter 8.2.
2.3 Accessory Parts
For further information about accessories for the FlexCard PMC-II see chapter 8.2 Accessory Parts.
NOTICE
Use only accessories from STAR COOPERATION listed in chapter 8.2 Accessory Parts to
ensure proper function and for warranty reasons!
Other accessories without prior written consent of STAR COOPERATION must not be
used.
2.4 Updates
Information
Updates regarding the FlexCard drivers and firmware are possible via web-downloads
from the STAR COOPERATION homepage.
The firmware on the FlexCard PMC-II can be updated with an appropriate software tool,
see chapter 4.3.2.
If you mount an additional or different FlexTiny II module, a license update could be
necessary. See chapter 4.5 on how to update your license.

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3Technical Data
3.1 Electrical Characteristics
3.1.1 Power consumption
The necessary power is directly provided by the PCI bus through the PMC interface. The typical power
consumption when operating the FlexCard PMC-II is 1.6 W. The FlexCard PMC-II requires both the +3.3 V
and +5 V power rail, so in the following table the total power consumption is the sum of the power
consumption of each power rail.
Supply voltage
+3.3 VDC
+5.0 VDC
Supply current (typical) 100 mA 250 mA
Table 2: Power consumption
3.1.2 Signal range
Maximum voltage input on a FlexRay BP/BM
(FlexTiny II FR) +60.0 V
Minimum voltage input on a FlexRay BP/BM
(FlexTiny II FR) -60.0 V
Maximum voltage input on a CAN high/low
(FlexTiny II CAN-HS) +40.0 V
Minimum voltage input on a CAN high/low
(FlexTiny II CAN-HS) -27.0 V
Maximum voltage input on a CAN high/low
(FlexTiny II CAN FD) +40.0 V
Minimum voltage input on a CAN high/low
(FlexTiny II CAN FD) -40.0 V
Table 3: Signal range
3.2 Physical Characteristics
CPU of FlexCard PMC-II
Altera Cyclone III
Bus Interfaces
Bus Drivers on FlexTiny II
Bus Termination
Bus state LEDs
8 bus channels provided on the front panel
FlexRay: NXP TJA1080 Transceivers
CAN: NXP TJA1041 CAN HS Transceivers
CAN FD: NXP TJA1044GT CAN FD Transceivers
Ethernet: Texas Instruments DP83640
The bus termination can be switched by software. CAN/
CAN FD is terminated with 120Ω, FlexRay with 90Ω
Two LED-indicators per channel
Synchronization Interfaces on the front panel
2x 5V TTL trigger connectors provided on the front panel
Weight
100 g
Dimensions L x W x H without connectors
approx. 157 x 74 x 14 mm³
Table 4: Physical characteristics of the FlexCard PMC-II
3.3 Environmental Conditions
Temperature Operating: -40 to +70°C
Storage: -40 to +85°C
Relative Humidity Operating: 10% to 90% rH, non-condensing
Storage: 10% to 90% rH, non-condensing
Table 5: Environmental conditions for the FlexCard PMC-II

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3.4 Block Diagram
Figure 1: The FlexCard PMC-II in a functional environment
Reference
Further information about the usage of FlexAlyzerV2, Caromee and FlexConfig can be
found in [3], [4], [5].
3.5 Interfaces and Connectors
Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using the FlexCard PMC-II:

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NOTICE
Ensure that all signal lines connected to the FlexCard PMC-II are in the allowed range.
Be sure to connect all cables as described in this manual.
It is recommended to only use cables from STAR COOPERATION. See Chapter 8.2
Accessory Parts.
The cables for the bus channels should always be fixated by screwing the plug into the
jack.
Ensure to grasp the plug and not the cable when disconnecting the
FlexCard PMC-II.
3.5.1 PMC Interface
The FlexCard PMC-II can be used in PCI slots with 3.3V signaling and slots with 5V signaling. The FlexCard
PMC-II is running on 32 Bit PCI. Figure 2 describes how to identify a PCI slot with 3.3V signaling and a slot
with 5V signaling.
Figure 2: Top view of a motherboard. Connectors of the PCI card are at the left side. At the top is a PCI slot with 5V
signaling; below is a PCI slot with 3.3V signaling.
3.5.2 Bus Interfaces on the Front Panel
On the front panel, four Binder series 712 jacks are provided for the bus connections.
Figure 3: Front panel
One bus connector may contain either FlexRay channel A and B, two CAN channels or one Ethernet
channel.
For both bus types (FlexRay and CAN), the same pin assignment and the same cables are used. Physically,
the differentiation between the bus systems is only done by the FlexTiny II modules.

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The pin assignment of the FlexCard PMC-II connectors is shown in Figure 3 and is listed in Table 5. Whether
FlexRay, CAN or CAN FD is connected depends on the mounted FlexTiny II module. When using isolated
FlexTiny II modules both pin 2 and pin 8 are isolated grounds.
Figure 4: Front panel jack pin assignment, front view of the 8 pin Binder 712 female connector
Pin number
Binder 712 female
Signal Color
1
Shield
2
GND
3
Interface 1: FlexRay BusPlus or CAN high
4
Interface 1: FlexRay BusMinus or CAN low
5
Interface 2: FlexRay BusPlus or CAN high
6 Interface 2: FlexRay BusMinus or CAN low
7 Not connected
8
GND
Table 6: FlexCard PMC-II Binder connector assignment
The FXC FCL8-2 Cable (Ref. No. 3-0034-1L01) has a female Binder 722 connector (See Figure 4) and two
female SubD connectors (See Figure 5). One connector is labeled as Channel A, it carries FlexRay channel
A or CAN interface 1, 3, 5 or 7. The second connector is labeled as Channel B and it carries FlexRay
channel B or CAN interface 2, 4, 6 or 8, depending on the Binder 722 jack it is connected to.
This cable is suitable for connecting a FlexTiny II FR, FlexTiny II CAN-HS, or FlexTiny II CAN FD.
Figure 5: SubD9 pin assignment, front view

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Pin number
SubD9 female
Signal Color
1
Not connected
2
Interface 1: FlexRay BusMinus or CAN low
3
GND
4
Not connected
5
Shield
6 Not connected
7
Interface 1: FlexRay BusPlus or CAN high
8
Not connected
9
Not connected
Table 7: FXC FCL8-2 Cable (Ref. No. 3-0034-1L01) SubD9 cable assignment, first male connector
Pin number
SubD9 female Signal Color
1 Not connected
2
Interface 2: FlexRay BusMinus or CAN low
3
GND
4
Not connected
5
Shield
6
Not connected
7
Interface 2: FlexRay BusPlus or CAN high
8
Not connected
9
Not connected
Table 8: FXC FCL8-2 Cable (Ref. No. 3-0034-1L01) SubD9 cable assignment, second male connector
Information
The FC Daisy Chain FR 2 Cable is available for the FlexCard PMC-II.It connects 4 Sub-D
jacks to the FlexCard. Therefore four bus nodes may be connected. See Chapter 8.2 for
ordering information.
3.5.3 Bidirectional Trigger Connectors on the Front Panel
For synchronization purposes, the FlexCard PMC-II provides two 5V tolerant TTL-compatible trigger
connectors (Trig1 and Trig2, see Figure 2) on the front panel. The device has the ability to receive and
generate trigger events on both trigger connectors. This feature allows e.g. a synchronization of different
bus analyzing devices.
Physically, the triggers are MMCX-male-connector for coax-cables. The electrical characteristic of this
output is described in Table 9. The values are the same for a PCI slot with 3.3 V signaling and for a slot
with 5 V signaling.
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Units
Input High Voltage
2.4
-
5
V
Input High Current
4
-
12
mA
Input Low Voltage
-
-
0.8
V
Output High Voltage
4
4.5
5
V
Output High Current
-
4
10
mA
Output Low Voltage
0
0.5
0.8
V
Table 9: Electrical characteristic of trigger connections

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Both trigger connectors can freely be configured by software to act as input or as output. The input trigger
can be programmed to work with rising or falling edges, while the output trigger of the FlexCard PMC-II is
always low-active.
Reference
Detailed information about how the trigger events are used with the
FlexCard PMC-II can be found in the FlexCard API Documentation.
Information
To connect the trigger output to a BNC-connector, the trigger line cable can be ordered at
STAR COOPERATION, see chapter 8.2 Accessory Parts.
3.5.4 LED Indicators on the Front Panel
Each bus channel on the front panel has two LED indicators for signaling different monitoring states: Red
and green. The information signaled by the LED depends on the mounted FlexTiny II at the corresponding
slot. When no LED is glowing, no FlexTiny II is mounted or no bus activity is detected. The LED states are
explained in the following table:
Signaling Mounted
FlexTiny II
Description
Permanent red
lighting of all LEDs
Any Signals a buffer overflow on the internal RAM.
Red flashing FlexRay
Signals an error in the FlexRay communication controller (e.g.
clock correction errors).
Red and green
lighting at the same
time
FlexRay
FlexRay communication controller is not synchronized, but
connected to an actively working network. Bus traffic is detected.
This LED combination is active when monitoring in asynchronous
mode.
The intensity of the LEDs is dependent on the traffic on the bus.
CAN
Bus traffic is detected.
The intensity of the LEDs is dependent on the traffic on the bus.
Green lighting
FlexRay FlexRay communication controller is synchronized.
The intensity of the LED is dependent on the traffic on the bus.
Ethernet The Ethernet link is active.
Green flashing
FlexRay
Signals the FlexRay communication controller is in a startup state
(that means that the FlexRay communication controller is ready for
synchronization). This can be seen when monitoring in normal
mode and the FlexRay configuration is incorrect or no cable
connected.
Ethernet
Bus traffic is detected.
Table 10: Description of indicating LEDs
3.5.5 FlexTiny II Modules
The FlexCard PMC-II hardware provides four FlexTiny II connectors.
Currently there are following FlexTiny II modules available for the FlexCard PMC-II:
3.5.5.1 FlexTiny II FR
The module allows access to a FlexRay bus. It supports channel A and channel B.
3.5.5.2 FlexTiny II CAN-HS
The module allows access to a CAN bus. Two channels are supported.

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3.5.5.3 FlexTiny II CAN FD
The module allows access to a CAN/ CAN FD bus. Two channels are supported.
Following limitations exist for this module:
•CAN partial networking is not supported.
•The power management modes of the transceiver are not supported.
3.5.5.4 FlexTiny II Ethernet
The module allows isolated access to an Ethernet bus.
Information
The isolation of the FlexRay/CAN bus from the FlexCard PMC-II works only when all
mounted FlexTiny II modules are isolated modules.
Figure 6: Isolated FlexTiny II module with physical layer chips to access different bus systems.
3.5.6 Mounting the FlexTiny II Modules
The FlexCard PMC-II supports a multitude of configurations.
The following figure shows the assignment of the FlexTiny II modules with the FlexCard PMC-II hardware.