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.