VDO CANCOCKPIT User manual

CANcockpit
Flexible instrumentation with CAN bus technology
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CANcockpit
Engine
Handle complex requirements with ease
CAN bus 1 (e.g., SAE J1939)
CAN bus 2 (e.g., CAN Open)
Analogue
Frequency
Programming
Central instrument
Sample panel solution
The VDO brand is synonymous with customised solu-
tions that handle sophisticated technical tasks while
offering maximum ease of operation. VDO products are
deployed in a wide range of applications from con-
struction vehicles, agricultural and forestry equipment
to stationary machines, sports cars and boats.
CANcockpit is the flexible system solution for process-
ing data from various analogue and digital sensors
via a central instrument connected to a CAN bus. It can
be precision configured to meet specific needs and is
simple to expand whenever required. In addition, this
modular instrumentation solution may be integrated
into existing VDO panel solutions. Thanks to the
powerful WINgauge software it is exceptionally easy to
program. CANcockpit is also capable of processing
two CAN protocols (e. g., SAE J1939 and CAN open)
simultaneously.

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CANcockpit
Battery voltageBattery currentFuel
Up to 16 instruments can be controlled
by a central instrument. Integration
into VDO panel solutions can be carried
out easily.
Engine oil
pressure
Transmission
oil pressure
Coolant
temperature
Oil
temperature
Brake
pressure
Profit from these benefits
• Flexibility – Data from up to two CAN
buses running different protocols
(e.g., SAE J1939 and CAN open) can be
processed simultaneously.
• Safety – Easy DTC (diagnostic trouble
code) handling of the protocol defined
by J1939 through comprehensive function-
ality and setting options.
• Diagnostic support – Configuration
checking, plus online recording of
selected measurement values via recorder
function for download onto PC and
evaluation using standard tools.
• Compatibility – Analogue, frequency and
CAN inputs are available.
• Integration – CANcockpit can easily be
incorporated into existing VDO panel
solutions, with different bezels helping to
simplify fitting.
• Programmability – Specific limits can
be set and programmed so that an alarm
triggers when they are exceeded.
• Modularity – Simple cabling requirements
and straightforward subsequent expansion.
• Convenience – Automatic plausibility check
for the parameters entered and various
functional checks carried out by special
WINgauge software during input phase.
• Personalisation – Flexible LC-display
options allow icons to be defined
and corporate logos to be displayed.
• Readability – Display instruments
designed for maximum clarity.

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Basic configuration
(e. g., SAE J1939)
CAN bus 1 CAN bus 1
Standard configuration
Complex configuration
Analogue
CAN bus 1
Variable configuration
options
CANcockpit, the flexible solution for a wide range of
applications, offers numerous configuration and ex-
pansion options. It is based around a central instrument
which can be either a tachometer or a speedometer.
The central instrument features two CAN inputs sup-
porting different CAN protocols, two frequency in-
puts, three resistive inputs, one 4–20 mA input, plus
one 0–5 volt input. In addition, it is equipped with two
switched outputs, a configurable digital display field
and more. Three sample standard applications are
shown below:
Basic configuration
Sample requirement:
A generator is to be fitted with a tachometer measur-
ing up to 3,000 rpm. There is only one CAN bus;
the limit values and settings are clearly defined.
CANcockpit provides the solution:
Once the tachometer has been set up as the central
instrument you will have access to the desired tacho-
meter display and the option of viewing other data,
e. g., as part of an inspection routine, as and when
required. All data can be displayed on the central
instrument, allowing you to monitor current engine
data at any time without the need for other satellite
instruments.
Standard configuration
Sample requirement:
Instrumentation for a digger is one example of a
standard configuration using CANcockpit. A tacho-
meter and four more instruments need to be added
to a CAN bus.
CANcockpit provides the solution:
Once the instrumentation solution has been program-
med (a simple procedure), key engine data such as
coolant/engine oil/ transmission oil temperatures will be
displayed alongside rpm and operating hours, plus
fuel level – giving you a clear overview of crucial infor-
mation at all times.

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Movement Stepper motor
Installation diameter [mm] Central instrument 80, 85, 100, satellite instruments 52, 80, 100
Lighting Backlight, LED, standard white
Protection IP65 IEC 60.529 from front
Lens Glass, coated
Bezel Plastic, black, triangular profile as standard
Future options: triangular profile in chrome and round profile in black
Plug Central instrument: 4 PIN Mate-N-Lok and 26 PIN MODU II
Satellite instruments: 6 PIN Mate-N-Lok
Display angle Approx. 210 ° for the central instrument, 240° for other display instruments
Warning light In each satellite instrument
CAN inputs 2 × (e. g., SAE J1939, CAN open)
Frequency inputs 1 × Hall, 1 × universal
Analogue inputs 3 × resistive, 1 × 4–20 mA, 1 × 0–5 volt
Outputs 2 × switched outputs 0.5 A
Operating voltage 12–24 volt (min. 10,5 volt, max. 32 volt)
Installation angle Any for central instrument, 0–85 ° for satellite instruments
Operating temperature –40 to + 85 °C, limitated LCD readability beyond – 20 °C and +70 °C
Storage temperature –40 to + 85 °C
Technical data
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Complex configuration
Sample requirement:
Rigorous safety requirements and different vehicle de-
ployment scenarios (construction sites and public
roads) often require complex configurations. One ex-
ample is a mobile crane, the central instrument of
which is to be hooked up to manage nine more instru-
ments. All data comes from analogue sensors and
frequency sensors via a CAN bus.
CANcockpit provides the solution:
CANcockpit can cover even this complex configuration
with ease. The instruments are connected and set,
allowing a wide range of physical engine data to be dis-
played at all times, as well as e. g., hydraulic data
(CAN open). For you, this means maximum choice
when it comes to putting together the required
display instruments.

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WINgauge
WINgauge has been specially developed for CANcock-
pit. This software enables the convenient and flexible
configuration of individual instruments or a complete
series of instruments. In addition to maximum func-
tionality and customisable programming, WINgauge of-
fers maximum ease of operation. We also offers
training to help you program a CANcockpit solution.
This training tells users everything they need to know
about the innovative features, such as how to person-
alise the system and integrate corporate logos and
symbols into the central instrument’s display.
Flexible configuration software

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Setting warnings and alarms including
choice of response and priorities
Programming of requests, e. g., query
operating hours
DTC handling and personal configuration
with individual messages and symbols
Selecting the central instrument and
basic settings
Setting the basic CAN settings (if applica-
ble)
Sensor database and mapping adjust-
emnts for optimum performance
Adding satellite instruments Adding display gauges Programming the central instrument,
e. g., with a proprietary logo or symbol
The individual project is now programmed Numerous diagnostic options are available Capturing, storing and processing select-
ed data by connecting to a PC

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