X2E Automotive Ethernet Converter User manual

Automotive
Ethernet
Converter
User Manual
Version: 1.12 / September 2021

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Table of contents
Introduction.............................................................................................4
Intended use............................................................................................4
Delivery contents .....................................................................................4
General safety instructions......................................................................5
Product overview.....................................................................................5
Identification.............................................................................................7
Connections and controls ........................................................................8
Installation.............................................................................................11
Mounting................................................................................................11
Connecting.............................................................................................11
Configuration and firmware update .......................................................13
Install XORAYASuite................................................................................13
Start Gateway configuration ..................................................................14
Connect converter..................................................................................15
Change configuration.............................................................................15
Update firmware.....................................................................................16
Disconnect converter.............................................................................16
Cleaning................................................................................................17
Repair...................................................................................................17
Disposal................................................................................................17
Appendix...............................................................................................18
Technical specifications.........................................................................18
Pin assignments.....................................................................................18

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Introduction
Intended use
Automotive Ethernet Converter is a media converter between 100/1000Base-T1 (OABR) and
100/1000Base-T (standard Ethernet). The device is primarily designed to convert Ethernet
signals between a car's ECU on one side and a PC or datalogger on the other.
You may only operate the converter within the scope of the technical specifications provided
in this user manual. Additionally, the use in hazardous areas is not allowed.
Delivery contents
▪Automotive Ethernet Converter
▪connection cable (optional)
▪user manual
▪XORAYASuite
▪USB driver
Check to ensure that the delivery is complete and all parts are in sound condition. If the deliv-
ery is incomplete or supplied components are damaged, contact X2E immediately. Do not
use damaged components.

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General safety instructions
The Automotive Ethernet Converter is only intended for use by qualified personnel. Read the
user manual and especially this chapter thoroughly before operating.
CAUTION
Electric shock due to damaged components
Damages to the converter or the connection cable can result in electric
shock.
Check all components regularly for damages.
Only connect the converter if all components are undamaged.
CAUTION
Device damage due to vibrations, dirt or liquids
Excessive vibrations, dirt or liquids may result in malfunction or destruction
of the converter.
Avoid exposing the converter to these influences.
Keep the converter clean, especially plugs and sockets to ensure a
reliable contact.
Never open the converter.
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 converter in your hands.
Operate the converter in an ESD-compliant environment.
FCC notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, 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 equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures:

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▪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 re-
ceiver 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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Product overview
Identification
The identification plate is located on the bottom side of the Automotive Ethernet Converter.
It contains information about:
▪Typ device type
▪Rev hardware revision
▪S/N serial number
▪Input maximum current consumption at given standard input voltage
▪DMF date of manufacture
Functions described in this user manual correspond to the Automotive Ethernet Converter
(AEC) at the following development stage:
▪hardware revision 1.03
▪firmware version 04.02.00
▪XORAYASuite version 03.06.01.17
This label indicates the built-in Ethernet PHYs. For type A1, the general compatibility to other
automotive Ethernet components cannot be guaranteed. For type A2, you have the option to
switch between legacy and compliant mode (see chapter Configuration and firmware up-
date).
If the label is missing, then type A1 or an older PHY is used.

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Connections and controls
The front side contains LEDs, the service interface and the combined connection for power,
100/1000Base-T1 and CAN.
The Ethernet interface and control elements are located on the back side.
Front view
Back view
Link LED for 100/1000Base-T1 (A)
Colour
Meaning
green
link established
(also: USB bootloader mode, depending on version)
Connection for power, 100/1000Base-T1 and CAN (B)
Pin
Function
1
CAN_H
2
CAN_L
5
KL30(Ubatt)
6
KL31(GND)
7
OABR_N
8
OABR_P
Service interface (C)
Use the Micro USB interface to change the configuration and to update the firmware. For fur-
ther information, refer to the chapter Configuration and firmware update.

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General status LED (D)
Colour
Meaning
blue
converter in initialisation phase
green-white
(blinking)
after initialisation phase: detected FW 04.02.00 or
newer
green
up to FW 04.01.08: converter ready
since FW 04.02.00: converter ready and in compliant
mode
white
since FW 04.02.00: converter ready and in legacy
mode
red
error on Ethernet interface
red (blinking)
error on 100/1000Base-T1 interface
off
USB bootloader mode
LED for CAN (E)
Colour
Meaning
blue
interface in initialisation phase
green
interface ready
green (blinking)
activity on this interface
Activity LED for 100/1000Base-T1 (F)
Colour
Meaning
green
interface ready
green (blinking)
activity on this interface
Activity LED for Ethernet (G)
Colour
Meaning
yellow (blinking)
activity on this interface

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Link LED for Ethernet (H)
Colour
Meaning
green
link established
DIP switches (I)
No
Function
1
switch the 100/1000Base-T1 interface between master
(up) or slave (down)
2
switch the data rate between 1000 Mbit (up) and
100 Mbit (down)
3
activate (up) or deactivate (down) sleep/wake mode via
CAN
Reset button (J)
This button is used to:
▪restart the converter
▪switch the converter into USB bootloader mode (further information in the chapter
Connect converter)
Ethernet interface (K)
Connection for a standard Ethernet cable.

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Installation
Mounting
CAUTION
Device damage due to overheating
Overheating may result in malfunction or destruction of the converter.
Do not operate the converter outside the specified temperature
range.
Do not operate the converter in the vicinity of heat sources.
Ensure adequate air circulation.
Do not cover the converter with other objects.
Mount the converter in such a way that it does not pose a hazard at any time.
Connecting
DANGER
Electric shock due to improper connection
Introducing the 4-mm plugs of the supplied connection cable into low-volt-
age sockets can be fatal.
Never introduce the 4-mm plugs into low-voltage sockets.
CAUTION
Device damage due to wrong power supply
A wrong power supply can result in damage or destruction of the converter.
Only connect the converter to power supplies that correspond to the
technical specifications.
Pay attention to the correct polarity when connecting.
Disconnect service interface during standard operating mode
Make sure that the service interface (C) is disconnected in standard operat-
ing mode. Pull the plug if necessary and connect it again before changing
the configuration or updating the firmware.

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The following instructions refer to the connection cable provided by X2E. If you use other ca-
bles, connect accordingly.
Plug the connection cable into the socket (B).
Connect the cable labelled OABR to the ECU or any other OABR or 100/1000Base-
T1 device.
To use the sleep/wake mode, connect the cable labelled CAN to a CAN bus.
Plug a standard Ethernet cable into the socket (K).
Connect the Ethernet cable to a PC, switch or datalogger.
Requirements for the DC power supply
The DC power supply must provide a continuous current of 150 mA. Use a
regulated power supply or the vehicle battery and pay attention to the re-
quired voltage and current levels.
Connect the black cable labelled KL31(GND) to 0 V or ground.
Connect the red cable labelled KL30(Ubatt) to a DC power supply in the specified
range.
Ensure that all connectors are firmly attached and tighten the screws where possible.
Turn on the power supply.
The converter indicates its readiness by green illumination of the general status LED (D). As
soon as data is received at the 100/1000Base-T1 or the Ethernet interface, the data is con-
verted accordingly and sent in the opposite direction.
Energy management
The Automotive Ethernet Converter features an intelligent energy manage-
ment that reduces the current consumption depending on a connected CAN
bus.
To activate the sleep/wake mode, DIP switch (I) No 3 needs to be in top po-
sition.
If there is no activity on the CAN bus within a configurable number of sec-
onds (see chapter Configuration and firmware update), the converter
switches into sleep mode. If there is activity again, it wakes up back to
standard operating mode.

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Configuration and firmware update
In addition to the general converter configuration with DIP switches (I), it is possible to
change the following two values with the tool Gateway configuration, part of X2E's XORAYA-
Suite:
▪time in seconds without CAN activity that puts the converter into sleep mode (require-
ment: DIP switch No 3 is in top position)
▪mode of Ethernet PHYs (setting only affects type A2 or newer, see chapter Identifica-
tion)
▪Legacy: fully compatible with older X2E converters, general compatibility
with other automotive Ethernet components not guaranteed
▪Compliant: general compatibility with other automotive Ethernet components
Mutual exclusion of PHY modes
Legacy and compliant mode cannot be used together.
Install XORAYASuite
The XORAYASuite is a collection of programs to configure and control XORAYA dataloggers
and additional devices like the Automotive Ethernet Converter.
Supported operating systems:
▪Microsoft® Windows® 7/8/10 (32 Bit or 64 Bit)
Hardware requirements:
▪Processor speed: at least 1 GHz
▪RAM: at least 2 GB
▪Hard disk space: approx. 170 MB available
Software requirements:
▪Microsoft® .NET Framework Version 4.5 or higher

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Start the XORAYASuite installation wizard and follow the instructions.
Make sure that the components Gateway configuration and DFU-Driver are selected.
Start Gateway configuration
Start the XORAYASuite.
Click in the Windows notification area.
Select Extra tools > Gateway configuration.

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Connect converter
Make sure that the correct USB driver is installed.
Deactivate sleep mode (DIP switch (I) No 3 is in down position).
Connect the converter to the power supply (see chapter Connecting).
Turn on the power supply.
Connect the converter via service interface (C) to your PC.
Press the reset button (J) with a pointed object.
The converter indicates USB bootloader mode by turning off the general status LED (D).
Click to connect to the converter.
An established connection is indicated by a blue border around the icon:
Click to get information about the connected converter (firmware version, current
configuration, etc.).
Change configuration
Click to load the current configuration from the converter.
Set the Sleep timeout (at least 2 s, accuracy ±20 %).
Set the PHY mode (see description above).
Click to transfer the configuration onto the converter.
Complete configuration properly
Do not abort the process and do not disconnect the USB cable prematurely.
Otherwise, the converter stays in USB bootloader mode and it is not con-
verting data.
After the successful transfer, the converter switches back into standard mode, which is indi-
cated by green illumination of the general status LED (D).
Pull the USB cable from the converter.

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Update firmware
Click .
Navigate to the directory that contains the firmware file and select the File name.
(Never change the file names of the provided firmware archive.)
Click Open.
The firmware is being updated.
Complete firmware update properly
Do not abort the process and do not disconnect the USB cable prematurely.
Otherwise, the converter stays in USB bootloader mode and it is not con-
verting data.
After the successful transfer, the converter switches back into standard mode, which is indi-
cated by green illumination of the general status LED (D).
Pull the USB cable from the converter.
Disconnect converter
Manual disconnection of the converter is only necessary if you did not transfer a configura-
tion or update the firmware after connecting.
Click to disconnect the converter.
Pull the USB cable from the converter.
Press the reset button (J) to switch back into standard mode.

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Cleaning
CAUTION
Device damage due to entering liquids
Entering liquids may result in malfunction or destruction of the converter.
Disconnect the converter from the power supply before cleaning.
Make sure that no liquids enter the converter.
Clean the converter with a damp, soft cloth as needed.
Repair
CAUTION
Device damage from opening the device
Unauthorised opening may result in malfunction or destruction of the con-
verter.
Never open the converter.
Maintenance and repair must be carried out by X2E personnel only.
In case of malfunctions or damages, please contact X2E via e-mail to get information
about returning the converter: [e-mail]
Disposal
Within the European Union, the disposal of electrical devices is determined
by national rules that are based on the directive 2012/19/EU of the Euro-
pean Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment (WEEE). Accordingly, electrical and electronic equipment may not be
disposed of in household waste.
Outside the European Union, please contact your local authority so as to
comply with the correct method of disposal for electrical devices.

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Appendix
Technical specifications
Dimensions (H x W x D)
21 mm x 56 mm x 104 mm
Supply voltage
6 V to 28 V
Current consumption
max 150 mA (at 12 V)
Current consumption (standby)
max 1 mA (at 12 V)
Data rate
up to 1000 Mbit/s
Temperature range
-40 °C to +60 °C
Pin assignments
The connectors of the provided connection cable have the following pin assignments.
Pin
Function
1
CAN_H
2
CAN_L
5
KL30(Ubatt)
6
KL31(GND)
7
OABR_N
8
OABR_P
Pin
Function
2
CAN_L
7
CAN_H
CAN
Pin
Function
2
OABR_N
7
OABR_P
OABR
Colour
Function
red
KL30(Ubatt)
black
KL31(GND)
Ubatt/GND