X2E XORAYA N4000 User manual

User Manual
XORAYA N4000
Edition: 1.0.2 / December 2020

© 2020 X2E GmbH
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X2E GmbH
Jahnstrasse 2b
76870 Kandel
GERMANY
Phone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.x2e.de
Wiki: http://wiki.x2e.de

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Table of contents
1Introduction................................................................................................................................5
1.1 About this user manual ............................................................................. 5
1.2 Validity of the user manual ....................................................................... 6
1.3 Representation conventions ...................................................................... 6
1.4 Pictograms................................................................................................ 7
1.5 X2E-Wiki.................................................................................................... 8
2Safety and warranty...............................................................................................................9
2.1 Intended use............................................................................................. 9
2.2 Safety label on the device........................................................................ 10
2.3 General safety instructions...................................................................... 10
2.4 Product liability....................................................................................... 13
2.5 Terms of use........................................................................................... 13
2.6 Warranty ................................................................................................. 13
2.7 FCC notice .............................................................................................. 14
3Product description............................................................................................................. 15
3.1 Identification........................................................................................... 16
3.2 Scope of delivery..................................................................................... 17
3.3 Connections and controls........................................................................ 18
4Commissioning...................................................................................................................... 24
4.1 Unpacking............................................................................................... 24
4.2 Selecting an installation location ............................................................. 24
4.3 Installing the N4000 ............................................................................... 24
4.4 Installing the XORAYASuite ....................................................................... 25
4.5 Connecting the N4000 to the measuring environment............................. 26
4.6 Connecting the N4000 to the PC ............................................................. 29
4.7 Configure LIN power supply .................................................................... 30
5XORAYASuite.............................................................................................................................. 31
5.1 Starting................................................................................................... 31
5.2 Menu bar ................................................................................................ 32
5.3 Status bar ............................................................................................... 35
5.4 Connecting and disconnecting the N4000 ............................................... 36
5.5 Configuration.......................................................................................... 39
5.6 Resetting to factory defaults ................................................................. 108
5.7 Data recording ...................................................................................... 109
5.8 Hdd-Download ...................................................................................... 117
5.9 Viewer................................................................................................... 123
5.10 Statistic................................................................................................. 142
5.11 Convert................................................................................................. 144
5.12 Firmware-Update................................................................................... 147
5.13 TK Commandline .................................................................................. 149
5.14 Common elements ................................................................................ 151
6Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 165
6.1 Safety measures.................................................................................... 165

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6.2 Cleaning ............................................................................................... 166
6.3 Repair ................................................................................................... 167
7Storage, transport and disposal ............................................................................... 168
7.1 Storage ................................................................................................. 168
7.2 Transport.............................................................................................. 168
7.3 Disposal................................................................................................ 168
8Appendix................................................................................................................................. 169
8.1 Technical data....................................................................................... 169
8.2 N4000 pin assignments ........................................................................ 170
8.3 Cable pin assignments .......................................................................... 174
8.4 Output formats ..................................................................................... 179

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1Introduction
1.1 About this user manual
Read this user manual completely before using the XORAYA N4000 for
the first time.
Please consider this user manual as part of the product and make sure
it is easily accessible.
Provide this user manual upon transfer of the N4000 to a third party.
Request a replacement user manual upon loss.
This user manual contains important information for safe, proper and
efficient operation of the N4000. Following this user manual strictly helps in
avoiding dangers, reduces repair costs and downtime, while increasing the
reliability and service life of the N4000. It should be read, understood and
applied by those using the N4000 according to the user manual.
Pay particular attention to:
▪the safety section (➔Safety and warranty)
▪the text warnings of each section
Bear in mind that this user manual does not replace your responsibility as a
N4000 user.
Subject to change without prior notice. This applies especially to changes
relating to technical enhancements.

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1.2 Validity of the user manual
This user manual applies to X2E’s dataloggers of the XORAYA N4000 series.
The exact type specifications can be found on the nameplate. (➔)
The following instructions are key to operate the N4000 and must be strictly
observed under all circumstances.
Information in this user manual is subject to change without prior notice
due to further technical developments and subsequent modifications. Please
ensure that you have the most current and complete user manual.
Users can change certain properties and functions via the included software,
so that the N4000 behaves differently than described herein. Users may
revert to factory defaults at any time by pressing the default button on the
front panel or via the supplied software. (➔Resetting to factory defaults)
1.3 Representation conventions
Representation
Meaning
<Instruction>
User-executed action
<Instruction option 1>
or
<Instruction option 2>
Instruction options
<Outcome>
Outcome of an action or a series thereof
▪<Level 1a>
−<Level 2a>
−<Level 2b>
▪<Level 1b>
Maximum two-level enumeration
➔<Cross-reference>
Clickable cross-reference to a section or
heading
(In most Windows programs, you can return to
the previous position by pressing ALT + Left
arrow)
<Text>
Housing label, GUI element or other
highlighting
#
Placeholder for numbers
(1) or (A)
Reference to numbered markers in graphics

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1.4 Pictograms
This manual uses pictograms to highlight and ensure faster recognition of
important or especially useful information.
Warning:
This type of symbols indicate warnings which must be
observed.
The following subsections contain a description of the
basic structure and relevance of different warning levels.
General information:
This symbol indicates general information.
General information includes application tips and
particularly useful information excluding warnings or
hazards.
Licence information:
This symbol indicates licence information.
Licence information contains either general information
about licences for the N4000 or indicates whether a
licence is required for a particular function.
1.4.1 Meaning of warnings
Warnings are systematised according to the severity and probability of their
occurrence.
CAUTION
This pictogram in conjunction with the word Caution
warns of a potentially dangerous situation, or an unsafe
procedure.
Ignoring this warning information could result in injury or
property and environmental damage.
WARNING
This pictogram used in conjunction with the word
Warning warns of a potentially imminent danger to the
health and lives of people.
Ignoring this warning could cause serious personal
injury, including death in the worst case.

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DANGER
This pictogram used in conjunction with the word Danger
warns of an imminent danger to the health and life of
people.
Ignoring this warning causes serious personal injury,
including death in the worst case.
1.4.2 Structure of warnings
Warnings are separated from the surrounding text by lines set above and
below.
SIGNAL
WORD
Danger types and sources
Explanation and consequence of danger
Actions to prevent danger
1.5 X2E-Wiki
The X2E-Wiki at http://wiki.x2e.de provides the following information:
▪Latest software
▪Latest firmware
▪Latest licence file
For access details, please send an email stating your contact data to
[email protected]. We will send you the appropriate access data. You may request
your access details at any time if necessary.

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2Safety and warranty
The XORAYA N4000 dataloggers were developed according to the latest state
of the art and offer outstanding safety levels. During operation, however,
this safety level can only be achieved if the user complies with all relevant
safety regulations.
Upon measuring, safety regulations of the professional associations must be
observed.
Please contact an expert or the service of X2E GmbH when in doubt about
the operation, safety, or connection of the N4000.
2.1 Intended use
The N4000 is used for real-time acquisition of data communication in
automotive bus systems. You can perform, store and transfer measurements
to a PC, where you can read and analyse them using the GUI of the
XORAYASuite.
▪The N4000 is intended for use only by trained personnel.
▪The N4000 must not be used in residential or living areas. Its use is
strictly limited to industrial environments.
▪The N4000 must not be used in hazardous areas.
▪Always operate the N4000 within its technical specifications.
(➔Technical data)
▪The N4000 may only be used under the conditions and for the
purposes for which it was designed.
▪Repairs may only be carried out by trained personnel of X2E GmbH.
▪Operational safety cannot be guaranteed after modifications or
conversions.
▪Except for data buses, never perform measurements on live parts.
▪The 4-mm plug of the power supply cable delivered must never be
introduced in low-voltage sockets.
▪The data lines may be extended up to a maximum of 30 m (USB: 3 m,
eSATA: 1 m) provided that they are shielded like the supplied cables.
▪The voltage supply may be extended up to a maximum of 3 m with
sufficient cross-section.

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2.2 Safety label on the device
You find the following safety label on the N4000 top side:
Burning hazard due to hot surfaces
Continuous operation can strongly heat up the N4000. As
a result, it can burn the skin on the hands when touching
it.
Wear temperature-resistant ESD gloves when in
contact with the N4000.
2.3 General safety instructions
DANGER
Electric shock caused by damage to components
Any damage to the N4000, power source or connection
cable may cause an electric shock.
Switch on the N4000 only if all components appear
undamaged.
Only commission the N4000 after a proper
installation or repair.
Check the connecting cable regularly for defects to
prevent damage to the power source.
Always install the N4000 in de-energised status.
WARNING
Defects influencing the environment
The incorrect N4000 configuration can lead to the
temporary or permanent functional failure of connected
vehicles.
Connected vehicles being operated on public roads bear
an increased risk of injury and damage.
If available, use configuration templates provided by
the vehicle manufacturer.
Use preferably the passive recording modes of the
interfaces.
CAUTION
Device damage due to short circuit
Bent connector pins pose a short circuit risk. This can lead
to abnormal behaviour or destruction of the N4000.
Likewise, devices connected to the measurement setup
may be also compromised.
Make sure that connector pins are not bent.
Check the N4000 regularly for any deficiencies.

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CAUTION
Device damage due to electrostatic discharge
Electronic components can be destroyed by electrostatic
discharge.
Avoid touching connectors and connector pins.
Ground yourself before carrying the N4000 in your
hands.
Operate the N4000 in an ESD-compliant environment.
CAUTION
Device damage due to overheating
Overheating can lead to abnormal behaviour or
destruction of the N4000.
Do not operate the N4000 outside the specified
temperature range.
Never operate the N4000 near heat sources.
Please ensure adequate air circulation for operation.
Do not cover the N4000 with other objects.
CAUTION
Device damage due to shocks
Excessive vibration can lead to abnormal behaviour or
destruction of the N4000.
Avoid exposing the N4000 to excessive vibration.
CAUTION
Device damage due to pollution
Avoid any contamination in plugs and sockets to ensure a
reliable contact.
Keep the N4000 clean.
CAUTION
Device damage due to device opening
Unauthorised opening of the N4000 can lead to abnormal
behaviour or destruction of the device.
Never open the N4000.
Contact X2E GmbH should maintenance and repairs
be required.

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CAUTION
Device damage due to penetration of dust or liquids
Dust or moisture inside the N4000 may cause abnormal
behaviour or destruction of the device.
Only operate the N4000 with a closed housing.
Do not operate the N4000 outdoors.
Do not operate the N4000 outside the specified
temperature range.
Turn off the N4000 and disconnect it from the power
supply before you start cleaning.
CAUTION
Damage due to improper device shutdown
Disconnecting the power supply during operation may
cause data loss and destruction of the N4000.
Never disconnect the N4000 from the power supply
while in operation.
Ensure proper connector seating and tighten the
screws if possible.
Only shut down the N4000 through the XORAYASuite
or the power button on the front panel.
Pull the black plug connected to ground last when
disconnecting the N4000 from the power supply.
CAUTION
Safety defects due to incorrect accessories and spare
parts
Accessories and spare parts that have not been
recommended by X2E GmbH negatively affect the safety,
functionality and precision of the N4000.
X2E GmbH shall assume no responsibility whatsoever or
honour any warranty for damages arising from non-
recommended accessories and spare parts or incorrect
use.
Use only accessories recommended by X2E GmbH
and original spare parts.

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2.4 Product liability
In the following cases, the intended protection of the N4000 may be
adversely affected. The liability is then transferred to the user.
▪The N4000 is not used according to the manual.
▪The N4000 is used outside the scope described in this manual.
▪The user modifies the N4000 without proper authorisation.
2.5 Terms of use
If the installation of the N4000 in a vehicle is intended for operation on
public roads, the user and the X2E GmbH must jointly perform a risk
analysis beforehand. This analysis must take into account the specific
installation requirements and the valid factory standards at the user's site.
Conditions set forth in framework contracts shall apply.
The N4000 is continuously developed. The development process relies on
the cooperation between the user and X2E GmbH.
2.6 Warranty
The warranty period is 12 months. Device batteries, whether internal or
external, are excluded from the warranty. The warranty also excludes
damages arising from improper handling.
X2E GmbH guarantees that the media on which the software is located are
free of material errors under normal operating conditions. Users can return
any defective or materially erroneous media to X2E GmbH within a period of
30 days from date of original purchase. Media shall be replaced immediately
at no cost.
X2E GmbH guarantees that the software as described herein is basically
usable. X2E GmbH, however, shall assume no liability for the correctness
and the continued use of the software, given that the current state of the art
prevents the production of software suitable for all combinations of
hardware and software.
In particular, X2E GmbH cannot guarantee that the software meets any user
requirements, or that it is compatible with any programs the latter may have
selected. Responsibility for program selection and the consequences of
program use lie entirely with the user.

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X2E GmbH shall assume no liability for damages arising from faulty
recorded data, as well as damage due to incorrect configuration, data entry
and data transfer.
After configuring, we recommend to verify the proper operation and
plausibility of each sensor using some manual measurement over the entire
measuring range.
X2E GmbH shall assume no further liability. This limitation of liability also
applies to the personal liability of employees, representatives and organs of
X2E GmbH.
2.7 FCC notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
▪Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
▪Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
▪Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
▪Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved
by may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.

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3Product description
The XORAYA dataloggers are processor-controlled storage units, designed to
record data from several and different data sources simultaneously. These
dataloggers are indeed unique in the automotive industry thanks to their
central 100-ns timestamp on all interfaces. Furthermore, its modular design
allows for a rapid and flexible adjustment to future demands. This is
stressed by the fact that all product phases, i.e. from design and
development to programming and production, are completed in-house.
The dataloggers can be equipped with many different interfaces:
▪Lowspeed-CAN, Highspeed-CAN and CAN-FD
▪FlexRay
▪LIN
▪RS-232
▪PSI5
▪Analog
▪BroadR-Reach
▪MOST25 and MOST150
▪Ethernet 100Base-T and 1000Base-T
▪GNLog and DLT via Ethernet and RS-232
▪CCP and XCP
▪GPS
The N4000, based on the Xilinx Zynq® UltraScale+™ MPSoC, is the new
generation of the XORAYA datalogger. The built-in supercapacitor unit is able
to bridge power fluctuations and to shut the N4000 down safely in case of
power failures.
Data can be directly saved to the storage medium (internally or externally)
or to a computer system via Ethernet interface. Both modes can also be
operated in parallel.
Operation can be managed via the graphical user interface XORAYASuite,
whereby the N4000 can be configured, and data recorded and downloaded
from the N4000. Moreover, you can evaluate the recorded data and export
them to many popular formats.

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3.1 Identification
The bottom side of the N4000 bears a silver nameplate, which contains the
following information:
▪Device type Product variant
▪Serial number Unique identification number for this N4000
▪Configuration First block: Product ID
0200 XORAYA Datalogger
Second block: Product variant
0700 XORAYA N4000
Third block: Hardware revision
▪Input Maximum current consumption at given standard input
voltage
▪DMF / MOD Date of manufacture (DMF) and possibly of the last
modification (MOD)
Upon device-specific issues, always provide the serial number and
configuration.
The interface configuration of a N4000 is variable and, therefore, not
recorded on the nameplate.

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3.2 Scope of delivery
The following components are part of the delivery:
▪XORAYA N4000 with impact protection
▪Power supply cable
▪Software
▪User manual
▪Cable set, depending on the interface configuration
The following accessories are optionally available:
▪Power supply cable with AC adapter (recommended)
▪XORAYA External Storage Unit
▪Additional cables
▪Mounting material
▪Device bag
Additionally, we recommend the following third-party accessories:
▪USB 3.1 standard cable, screwable, 1 m, from IDS (item number
AD00223)
▪SFP+ module FTLX8573D3BTL from Finisar

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3.3 Connections and controls
The front side of the N4000 contains ports, buttons and LEDs for operation
and elementary functions.
The back side of the N4000 contains the log interfaces.
Front side
A
Status LEDs of custom log interfaces
H
Default button
B
Status LEDs of built-in log interfaces
I
Service interface
C
USB host interface
J
USB device interface
D
General status LEDs
K
Trigger button
E
LAN host interfaces
L
Power button
F
ESU interface
M
Power/trigger/wake port
G
10 Gbit Ethernet interface
Status LEDs of custom log interfaces (A):
A constantly lit status LED indicates an existing and activated log interface
on the corresponding slot. The LED flashes when messages are received.
Status LEDs of built-in log interfaces (B):
A constantly lit status LED indicates an existing and activated log interface
or in case of CAN that at least one of both assigned channels is activated.
The LED flashes when messages are received.

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USB host interface (C):
By using a USB flash drive, the following functions are available:
▪Data recording
−Label the USB flash drive XORAYALOG and create the folder
usb_queue there.
−Check Record on USB stick in the Hard Disk category of the system
settings. (➔Hard Disk)
−Start data recording in HDD mode. (➔HDD mode)
▪Updating the firmware
−Create the folder xoraya_update on the USB flash drive and copy the
firmware archive there.
−Connect the drive and the firmware is automatically updated.
▪Generating the supportfile
−The supportfile is a set of files that you can send to X2E support to
help solve technical issues.
−Create the folder xoraya_supportfile on the USB flash drive.
−Connect the drive and the supportfile is automatically generated.
The Info LED flashes during the process.
Additionally, use the trigger input (M) or the trigger button (K) to safely
disconnect the USB flash drive after use. Check the corresponding action of
the Button interface. (➔Button)

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General status LEDs (D):
These LEDs indicate the operating status of the N4000.
LED
Meaning
Connect
Connection between N4000 and XORAYASuite is established
Info
N4000 is DHCP server
Logging
Logging in progress
LED flashes as the logging stops, because the stopping process
may take longer depending on the queue fill level
Error
Flashes when restarting after the power supply was interrupted and
the N4000 could not shut down safely
In addition, the HDD LED flashes while the file system is being
repaired
Service
Lights up constantly when the N4000 is in firmware update or
recovery mode
Displays different error codes by flashing
HDD
Flashes when accessing the internal storage medium
USB
Flashes when accessing a connected USB flash drive
ext.HDD
Lights up when XORAYA ESU is connected
▪Red (constantly): connection enabled (locked)
▪Red (flashing): accessing the XORAYA ESU
▪Green: connection disabled via button (unlocked)
LAN host interfaces (E):
The N4000 features four ports to connect to a switch or directly to a PC.
This is necessary to control the N4000 via software and exchange data.
ESU interface (F):
This port is used to connect the additional device XORAYA External Storage
Unit (ESU). If the N4000 detects this device, the measurements in HDD mode
are saved there instead of to the internal storage medium. (➔HDD mode)
The LEDs in the following table are both on the front and on the back side of
the XORAYA ESU.