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Manual
VN8900 Interface Family

VN8910/VN8950/VN8970
Version 1.8
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Introduction
Table of contents
1
Introduction
1.1
About this User Manual

1.1.1
Certification
1.1.2
Warranty
1.1.3
Support
1.1.4
Registered Trademarks
4
5
5
5
5
2.1
System Description
2.1.1
Introduction
2.1.2
Real-Time Processing
2.1.3
Stand-Alone Mode
2.1.4
Synchronization
2.1.5
Installation and Startup
2.1.6
Installing the Slide-In Modules and Piggybacks
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8
10
10
11
12
13
2.2
Base Units
2.2.1
VN8910 (Single Module System)
14
14
2.3
Slide-In Module
2.3.1
VN8950 CAN/LIN Module
2.3.2
VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module
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17
23
VN8900 Accessories
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3.1
Accessories
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Appendix A: Addresses
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1 Introduction
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1.1.1 Certification
Certified Quality
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2 VN8900 Interface Family

2.1
System Description
Introduction
Real-Time Processing
Stand-Alone Mode
Synchronization
Installation and Startup
Installing the Slide-In Modules and Piggybacks
page 8
2.2
Base Units
VN8910 (Single Module System)
page 14
2.3
Slide-In Module
VN8950 CAN/LIN Module
VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module
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System Description
2.1.1 Introduction
Network interface
with real-time
computer
The VN8900 interface family is an advanced development of the XL interface family;

together with CANoe or CANalyzer the VN8900 offers a high-performance real-time
platform.
Use areas range from system simulation with Simulink to rest-of-bus simulation,
gateway implementations and test runs.
Optimal performance is assured by an Intel ATOM processor whose key properties
include fast boot times, low power requirement and 2 GB program memory (Solid
State Disk). This means that the VN8900 can be used to execute real-time critical
configuration processes, and it enables parallel use of an operator PC without any
negative effects on functionality of the running CANoe or CANalyzer application.
Figure 1: Operator side and measurement side.
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Hardware flexibility
Another important VN8900 product characteristic is the modularity of the network

interface, which lets users flexibly adapt it to the measurement environment and
existing buses. The overall system is comprised of these components:
1x Base Unit
Processor unit with memory for executing simulations and time-critical program
sections in stand-alone mode. The base unit has an Intel ATOM processor and
basic port connections for power supply, synchronization, USB and Ethernet. You
will find further details on base units beginning on page 14.
Figure 2: VN8910 back panel.
1x Slide-In Module
The slide-in module represents the actual network interface; it provides the related interfaces as plug connections (e.g. CAN, LIN or digital-analog input/output).
You will find additional details on slide-in modules beginning on page 17.
Figure 3: VN8910 with inserted VN8950 CAN/LIN module.
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Piggybacks
A slide-in module may be populated with different transceivers, e.g. to implement
a bus interface for CAN or LIN. Which Piggybacks and how many are supported
depends on the specific slide-in module being used. You will find a list of available Piggybacks in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD at:
\Documentation\Accessories_for_Network_Interfaces.pdf
Please note that only electrically decoupled Piggybacks are supported.
Figure 4: Piggyback.
2.1.2 Real-Time Processing

General
When requirements for timing precision are strict, the measurement hardware must
be able to operate with very low latency. The integrated processor of the VN8900
interface family meets this standard and offers significantly improved latency times
compared to normal PCs.
CANoe
The VN8900 interface family is a real-time hardware that is designed for using with
CANoe. CANoe offers the option of executing real-time relevant simulations and test
functions on the VN8900 separate from the graphic user interface. On the one
hand, this increases overall system performance, and on the other it enables shorter
latency times and more precise timers. Configuration of the simulation and evaluation
are performed on a standard PC (CANoe), while the simulation and test kernel are
executed on the VN8900 (CANoeRT). Communication between the two computers is
routed over a USB cable (see Figure 1).
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The VN8900 interface family offers a stand-alone mode which allows a measurement
without any additional PC. For this purpose a CANoe configuration has to be flashed
into device before. After a restart, the configuration is loaded during the ramp-up time
(approx. 30 s) and the measurement subsequently started.
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2.1.4 Synchronization
Synchronization via
Binder connectors
The base unit (sync master) generates the time synchronization signal at pin 2 of the
3-pin Binder connector, and the SYNCcableXL (see accessories manual) is used to
connect to Vector devices. The precision of the time stamp correction depends on the
application and is typically about 1 s.
Note: Only a single base unit can be operated with CANoe/CANalyzer. If more network interface channels are required, the USB (A) port of the base unit has to be
used. Example:
The Vector device always requires an external power supply. The device has also to
be connected to the VN8910 before powering (switching on VN8910).
Synchronization
method
The devices to be synchronized are interconnected via a two-wire bus (signals: SYNC
and GND).
The devices generate a time stamp on each high-low edge of the synchronization
line; this time stamp is provided to the application. This method allows the application
to synchronize the time stamps of different devices to a common time base.
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2.1.5 Installation and Startup

Caution: The voltage supply port does not have any overload protection. Whenever
the device is not being powered via the plug-in adapter supplied with the product, a
fuse (slow-acting) must be provided in the supply line.
1. Insert a slide-in module in the base unit (e.g. VN8910 with VN8950) if this has not
already been done (see also section Installing the Slide-In Modules and
Piggybacks on page 13).
2. Connect the power supply to the base unit via the power cable. Allow approx. 30
seconds ramp-up time for the unit.
3. Connect the base unit to your PC via the USB cable.
4. Now, start the setup program \Drivers\Setup.exe provided on the supplied
driver CD and select the appropriate driver for the base unit.
Follow the instructions of the setup program.
5. After successful installation, access the Vector Hardware Configuration tool under
Windows | Start | Control Panel | System | Vector Hardware. Your base unit
should now be listed there. You can also use the configuration tool to make the
connection between your base unit and your measurement applications
(e.g. CANoe).
Note: You will find a more detailed description of the driver installation in the separate
installation instructions at the end of this manual. Please note that for successful operation a slide-in module with Piggybacks or built-in transceivers must be plugged into
the base unit.
Note: No other special installations are necessary for the slide-in modules on the PC.
All that needs to be done is to install the base unit on your PC.
Note: The temperatures of individual housing parts may be considerably higher than
the ambient temperature, even during normal operation.
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2.1.6 Installing the Slide-In Modules and Piggybacks

Caution: To prevent electrical damage during assembly, you should avoid touching
the lower and upper sides of the PC boards.
Caution: Always disconnect the power supply before assembling.
1. Remove all cables from the base unit.

2. Place the base unit on the table so that the bus terminals point toward you and
the power cord on the back panel is on the right.
3. Unscrew the two mounting screws to loosen the slide-in module in the base unit.
4. Carefully pull the slide-in module out of the base unit.
5. Insert the desired Piggybacks at their appropriate mounting locations on the
module. Please note that the single-line and dual-line connectors must not be
bent sideways.
Figure 5: Piggyback locations on the VN8950 CAN/LIN module.
6. Fasten each Piggyback with the proper screw and lock washer.
7. Now slowly insert the module into the base unit on the guide rails. To prevent
damage from electrostatic discharge, do not touch any of the components on the
board.
8. Tighten the mounting screws back in with sufficient force to secure the module in
place.
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Base Units
2.2.1 VN8910 (Single Module System)

Description
Base unit with integrated PC processor unit for running real-time applications, which
accepts a single slide-in module.
Figure 6: VN8910 back and front panels (with VN8950 slide-in module).
Connections
Power
For its power supply, the VN8910 has a two-pin ODU connector (MINI-SNAP
size 1, type GG1L0C-P02RP00-0000) on the back of the housing. Attach the enclosed power cable to power up the unit (matching ODU connector type S11L0CP02NPL0-6200).
Pin 1: +
Pin 2: GND
Note: It takes approx. 30 seconds ramp-up time until the device is completely
ready for operation. During this time period LEDs M and D1 will flash. As soon as
D1 is blinking green, the device is ready for use.
Sync
This terminal (Binder type 712) is used to synchronize the time stamps of multiple
Vector devices with one another (see section Synchronization on page 11).
USB (B)
Interconnect your PC and the VN8910 via this USB port to install the device and
to use it together with measurement applications (CANoe, CANalyzer).
Keypad Start/Stop
This key directly starts or stops a configured CANoe measurement.
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Keypads F2/F3/F4
These keys can be assigned to CAPL functions.
LED (Start/Stop)
This LED lights up when the CANoe measurement is running.
LED S1/S2
These LEDs offer an additional monitoring for a running measurement and can be
individually controlled via CAPL.
USB (A) 1/2
Both ports (each limited to 100 mA) are used to connect other USB devices released by Vector. Currently supported:
- VN16301)
- VN26102)
- VN26402)
- VN36002)
- VN76002)
- CANcaseXL2)
- CANcaseXL log2)
1)
2)
The Vector device has to be connected over a self-powered hub.

The Vector device requires an external power supply.
The Vector device has also to be connected to the VN8910 before powering
(switching on VN8910).
Note: Please ensure that the USB logo on the USB cable is down (USB pins at
top) before connecting. Do not force the cable into the USB connector to avoid
mechanical damages.
Mini-USB
The base unit has a service port that is accessible via an internal Mini-USB
connector. This (bus-driven) port is used to reset the device to its delivered
condition or to update the operating system.
Note: Please note that the device must not be powered via the ODU connector
while the Mini-USB port is being used.
Ethernet
For devices that are released by Vector. Currently supported:
- VX1060
- VX1121
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Processor
Intel ATOM 1.6 GHz Z530
Memory
1 GB
Hard drive
SSD, 2 GB
Transceiver
Depends on the slide-in module and

its Piggybacks
PC interface
USB 2.0
Temperature range
Operating: 0...+55 C
Shipping and storage: -40...+85 C
Relative humidity of ambient air 15 %...95 %, non-condensing
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External power supply
6...36 V DC
Power consumption
Typ. 9.5 W without slide-in module
Ramp-up time
Approx. 30 seconds
Dimensions (LxWxH)
190 x 170 x 60 mm
Operating system
requirements
Windows XP, 32 bit (SP3 or higher)

Windows Vista, 32 bit (SP1 or higher)
Windows 7, 32 bit or 64 bit
Ethernet
10/100/1000 Mbit
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Slide-In Module
2.3.1 VN8950 CAN/LIN Module

Description
The VN8950 CAN/LIN module is a slide-in module for the VN8910. It has four ports
that can be configured independently for CAN (max. 4) or LIN (max. 4). In addition, a
fifth channel is available for dedicated digital-analog input/output tasks.
VN8950 with
five plug-in locations
for transceivers
Figure 7: VN8950 CAN/LIN module with Piggyback plug-in locations.
Bus configuration
The slide-in modules greatest asset is its five plug-in locations for add-ons. Depending on requirements, electrically decoupled CAN High-Speed, CAN Low-Speed,
CAN Single Wire, J1708 or LIN transceivers may be used.
CANpiggies and LINpiggies can be used for channels 1 to 4. CANpiggies must be
populated in ascending order; LINpiggies in descending order (see examples).
J1708 should be handled like CAN here.
Channel 5 is reserved for dedicated IO Piggybacks.
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CAN
or
or
or
or
LIN
IO
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The following tables show examples of possible combinations:
4x CAN
1x IO
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
IOpiggy
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
CANpiggy
LINpiggy
IOpiggy
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CANpiggy
LINpiggy
LINpiggy
LINpiggy
IOpiggy
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
LINpiggy
LINpiggy
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
3x CAN
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
3x CAN
1x LIN
1x IO
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
1x CAN
3x LIN
1x IO
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
2x LIN
See the separate accessories manual for a list of available Piggybacks.
Figure 8: CANpiggy.
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Pin assignment
CH1 CH4
The pin assignments of the D-SUB9 connectors depend on the used bus transceiver
configuration inside the VN8950. A list of available Piggybacks and their D-SUB9 pin
assignments can be found in the accessories manual.
General CAN pin assignment
(1) (2) CAN Low
(3) GND
(4) reserved
(5) Shield
(6) (7) CAN High
(8) reserved
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General LIN pin assignment

(1) (2) (3) VB(4) Pdis (power disable)
(5) Shield
(6) (7) LIN
(8) reserved
(9) VB+
Connections
Figure 9: VN8950 with 4x D-SUB9 and 1x D-SUB15.
CH1 CH4
D-SUB9 connector for CAN or LIN (depending on the installed Piggyback).
CH5
D-SUB15 socket for versatile tasks with the IOpiggy 8642. A detailed description
can be found in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD:
LEDs
CH1 CH4
Multicolored channel LEDs, each indicating the bus activity for CAN or LIN.
Color
Description
Green
Rx/Tx Data frames have been correctly sent or received.
Orange
Rx/Tx Error frames have been sent or received.

The flashing frequency varies according to the message rate.
Red
Bus Off.
M
Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the slide-in module.
Color
Description
Green
The slide-in module is ready for operation/running measurement.
Orange
The slide-in module is booting. Please wait.
Red
Error, slide-in module is not ready for operation. Turn off the power
supply and make sure that the slide-in module is properly inserted
(see section Installation and Startup on page 12). Try to restart the
module.
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D1
Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the base unit.
Color
Description
Green
On
: Measurement is running.
Blinking: The base unit is ready for measurement.
Orange
On
Red
Common error.
Off, fatal error.
: The base unit can be accessed (e.g. for updates),

but no measurement is possible.
Blinking : The base unit is booting. Please wait.
D2
Reserved for future extension.
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Measurement
example VN8950
The following figure shows a possible scenario for a measurement with the VN8950
CAN/LIN module. Two CAN channels and two LIN channels are used here; they are
connected directly to the relevant network via the D-SUB9 connectors. In addition,
several analog and digital measurement lines are used; they are connected via the
D-SUB15 connector. The measurement application is CANalyzer.
Figure 10: VN8950 application example.
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Power supply
By base unit
Micro controller
ATMEL AT91R40008 32Bit 64MHz
Channels
4x CAN or LIN
1x digital/analog IO channel
Configurable with Piggybacks
CAN controller
Vector CAN controller (FPGA);

Full support of all CANoe.CAN functions,
e. g. sending error frames, bus load measurement
and ListenOnly mode
LIN controller
Vector LIN controller (FPGA) compatible to LIN1.3,

LIN2.0, LIN2.1, and J2602:
Full support of all CANoe.LIN functions,
e. g. conformity tests, stress functions, and flash
mode of 7269 transceiver.
Supported transceivers
Support of all magnetically decoupled

Piggybacks, as well as J1708 opto.
Interface to base unit
PCI Express 1x
Temperature range
Operating: 0...+50C
Shipping and storage: -40...+85C
Relative humidity of ambient air
15 %...95 %, non-condensing
Power consumption
Typ. 3.5 W
Time stamp accuracy
1 s
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2.3.2 VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN Module

Description
The VN8970 FlexRay/CAN/LIN module is a slide-in module for the VN8910 and has a
FlexRay channel as well as several CAN/LIN channels. In addition, a ninth channel is
available for dedicated digital-analog input/output tasks.
VN8970 with
five plug-in locations
for transceivers
Figure 11: VN8970 FR/CAN/LIN module with Piggyback plug-in locations.
Bus configuration
The slide-in modules greatest asset is its five plug-in locations for add-ons. Depending on requirements, electrically decoupled CAN High-Speed, CAN Low-Speed,
CAN Single Wire, J1708 or LIN transceivers may be used. In addition, four capacitively decoupled built-in CAN TJA1051 (high-speed) transceivers are available.
An FRpiggy can be inserted in the plug-in location 1 for a two-channel FlexRay connection at channel 1 (A and B of a cluster). Alternatively, a CANpiggy or LINpiggy can
be also used at channel 1. The plug-in locations 2 to 4 are reserved for CANpiggies
and LINpiggies. CANpiggies must be populated in ascending order; LINpiggies
in descending order (see examples). J1708 should be handled like CAN here.
Channel 9 is reserved for dedicated IO Piggybacks.
Plug-in
location
Piggyback
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
CAN
or
or
or
LIN
CAN
1051
CAN
1051
CAN
1051
CAN
1051
IO
or
or
FR
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Note: CH5, CH6, CH7, and CH8 are equipped with built-in CAN TJA1051 transceivers. CH5 will be deactivated if an FRpiggy is inserted in the plug-in location 1 and
the pin assignment accordingly set via the DIP switches (see page 24).
Each empty plug-in location (only 14) will be automatically loaded with a built-in
transceiver.
Examples
The following tables show examples of possible combinations:
4x CAN
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
Plug-in
location
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
Piggyback
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
Piggyback
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
IO
Channel
configuration
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
IO
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
(1)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
Piggyback
FR
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
Channel
configuration
FR
A/B
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CAN
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
(1)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
Piggyback
FR
LIN
CAN
CAN
CAN
IO
Channel
configuration
FR
A/B
CAN
CAN
LIN
CAN
IO
Channel
configuration
8x CAN
1x IO
Plug-in
location
1x FlexRay A/B
6x CAN
Plug-in
location
1x FlexRay A/B
3x CAN
1x LIN
1x IO
Plug-in
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4x CAN
1x LIN
CH1
CH2
CH3
CH4
CH5
CH6
CH7
CH8
CH9
(1)
(fix)
(fix)
(fix)
Piggyback
FR
CAN
LIN
CAN
CAN
CAN
Channel
configuration
FR
A/B
CAN
CAN
LIN
CAN
CAN
Plug-in
location
See the separate accessories manual for a list of available Piggybacks.
Figure 12: CANpiggy.
Double assignment
of D-SUB9
connectors
Before installing a Piggyback in the plug-in location, the pin assignment of the
D-SUB9 connector has to be selected via DIP switches, which can be found at the
plug-in locations.
Figure 1: Channel 1...8 with DIP switches.
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CH1 CH8
Manual
The pin assignments of the D-SUB9 connectors depend on the used bus transceiver
configuration inside the VN8970. A list of available Piggybacks and their D-SUB9 pin
assignments is included in the separate accessories manual.
No Piggyback inserted
If no Piggyback is inserted, only the
built-in CAN transceiver is active (no
double assignment of the D-SUB9
connector):
(1) (2) 1051cap CAN Low
(3) 1051cap CAN GND
(4) (5) 1051cap Shield
(6) (7) 1051cap CAN High
(8) (9) -
Setting of DIP switches

A: all off / B: all on
CAN/LIN Piggyback inserted

If a CAN- or LINpiggy is inserted, the
pin assignment at the D-SUB9 connector is as follows:
(1) 1051cap CAN Low
(2) Piggyback-dependent
(5) Shield
(6) 1051cap GND
(8) 1051cap CAN High
A: all on / B: all off
Example: CANpiggy 1041mag
The following example shows the pin assignment of CH1 and CH5 if a
CANpiggy 1041mag is inserted in the plug-in location 1.
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CAN/LIN Y cable
Use the CANcable 2Y to access both CAN/LIN channels on separate D-SUB9 connectors (see accessories manual, article number 05075).
Figure 2: Example with 2x CANcable 2Y connected to VN8970.
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FlexRay Piggyback inserted

If an FRpiggy is inserted, the pin assignment at the D-SUB9 connector is
as follows:
(2) FlexRay BM A
(3) FlexRay GND
(4) FlexRay BM B
(5) Shield
(7) FlexRay BP A
(8) FlexRay BP B
A: all off / B: all off
Example: FRpiggy 1082cap
The following example shows the pin assignment of the FlexRay channels A and B at
CH1 if an FRpiggy 1082cap is inserted in the plug-in location 1 (CH5 is disabled).
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Use the FRcableAB to access channel A and B on separate D-SUB9 connectors (see
accessories manual).
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Figure 13: VN8970 with 4x D-SUB9 and 1x D-SUB15.
CH1
D-SUB9 connector for FlexRay, CAN or LIN (depending on Piggyback).
CH2 CH4
D-SUB9 connector for CAN or LIN (depending on Piggyback).
CH5
Fix CAN TJA1051 (not available if FlexRay is being used at CH1).
CH6 CH8
Fix CAN TJA1051.
CH9
D-SUB15 socket for versatile tasks with the IOpiggy 8642. A detailed description
can be found in the separate accessories manual on the driver CD:
LEDs
CH1 CH4 (with CAN-/LINpiggies)

Multicolored channel LEDs, each indicating the bus activity for CAN or LIN.
Color
Description
Green
Rx/Tx Data frames have been correctly sent or received.
Orange
Rx/Tx Error frames have been sent or received.

The flashing frequency varies according to the message rate.
Red
Bus Off.
CH1 (with FRpiggy)

Multicolored channel LED which indicates the sync state of FlexRay.
Color
Description
Off
Offline
Green
Synchronized.
Orange
Not synchronized.
Red
Error.
A/B
Lights up, when data is received or transmitted on channel A/B.
M
Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the slide-in module.
Color
Description
Green
The slide-in module is ready for operation/running measurement.
Orange
The slide-in module is booting. Please wait.
Red
Error, slide-in module is not ready for operation. Turn off the power
supply and make sure that the slide-in module is properly inserted
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Color
Description
(see section Installation and Startup on page 12). Try to restart the
module.
D1
Multicolored LED that indicates the status of the base unit.
Color
Description
Green
On
: Measurement is running.
Blinking: The base unit is ready for measurement.
Orange
On
Red
Common error.
Off, fatal error.
: The base unit can be accessed (e.g. for updates),

but no measurement is possible.
Blinking : The base unit is booting. Please wait.
D2
Reserved for future extension.
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Power supply
By base unit
Micro controller
ATMEL AT91SAM9 32Bit 400MHz
Channel configurations
1x FlexRay, 6x CAN
1x FlexRay, 5x CAN, 1x LIN
1x FlexRay, 4x CAN, 2x LIN
8x CAN
7x CAN, 1x LIN
6x CAN, 2x LIN
5x CAN, 3x LIN
4x CAN, 4x LIN
Additional one digital/analog IO channel
Configurable with Piggybacks
FlexRay cluster
1 (with 2 channels A and B)
FlexRay controller (Analyses)
Bosch E-Ray (FPGA)
FlexRay controller (Startup)
Fujitsu MB88121
FlexRay transmitter buffer
2 MB
CAN controller
Vector CAN controller (FPGA);

Full support of all CANoe.CAN functions,
e. g. sending error frames, bus load measurement
and ListenOnly mode
LIN controller
Vector LIN controller (FPGA) compatible to LIN1.3,

LIN2.0, LIN2.1, and J2602:
Full support of all CANoe.LIN functions,
e. g. conformity tests, stress functions, and flash
mode of 7269 transceiver.
Supported transceivers
Support of all magnetically decoupled

Piggybacks, as well as J1708 opto.
On board transceiver
4 * NXP TJA1051 with electrical isolation
Interface to base unit
PCI Express 1x
Temperature range
Operating: -40...+65C
Shipping and storage: -40...+85C
Relative humidity of ambient air
15 %...95 %, non-condensing
Power consumption
Typ. 7 W
Time stamp accuracy
1 s
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3 VN8900 Accessories
3.1
Accessories
page 34
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3.1
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Accessories
Reference: Further information about the available accessories can be found in the
separate accessories manual on the driver CD:
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4 Appendix A: Addresses
Vector Informatik
GmbH

Ingersheimer Str. 24
70499 Stuttgart
Germany
Support: +49 711 80670-200
Phone: +49 711 80670-0
Fax: +49 711 80670-111
mailto:info@de.vector.com
http://www.vector.com
Vector CANtech, Inc. Vector CANtech, Inc.

39500 Orchard Hill Place
Suite 550
Novi, Mi 48375
USA
Support: +1 248 449 9290 Option 2
Phone: +1 248 449 9290
Fax: +1 248 449 9704
mailto:info@us.vector.com
Vector Automotive
Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Vector Automotive Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Sunyoung Center
Room 1701, No.398 Jiangsu Road
Changning District
Shanghai 200050
China
Phone: +86 21 6432 53530
Fax: +86 21 6432 5308
mailto:info@cn.vector.com
Vector France SAS
Vector France SAS

168, Boulevard Camlinat
92240 Malakoff
France
Support: +33 1 4231 4010
Phone: +33 1 4231 4000
Fax: +33 1 4231 4009
mailto:information@fr.vector.com
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Vector GB Ltd.
Rhodium
Central Boulevard
Blythe Valley Park
Solihull, Birmingham
West Midlands B90 8AS
United Kingdom
Support: +44 121 50681-77
Phone: +44 121 50681-50
mailto:info@uk.vector.com
Vector Informatik
India Pvt. Ltd.
Vector Informatik India Pvt. Ltd.

Lokesh Madan
4/1/1/1, Sutar Icon, Sus Road
Pashan, Pune - 411 021
India
Phone: +91 20 2587 2023
Fax: +91 20 2587 2025
mailto:info@in.vector.com
Vector Japan Co.,

Ltd.
Vector Japan Co., Ltd.

Seafort Square Center Bld.
18F, 2-3-12,
Higashi-shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku
Tokyo 140-0002
Japan
Support: +81 3 5769 7800
Phone: +81 3 5769 7800
Fax: +81 3 5769 6975
mailto:info@jp.vector.com
Vector Korea IT Inc.

#1406 Mario Tower
222-12 Guro-dong, Guro-gu
Seoul, 152-848
Republic of Korea
Support: : +82 2 807 0600 Ext.2
Phone: +82 2 807 0600
Fax: +82 2 8070601
mailto:info@kr.vector.com
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VecScan AB
VecScan AB
Theres Svenssons Gata 9
417 55 Gteborg
Sweden
Support: +46 (31) 764 76-00
Phone: +46 (31) 76476-00
Fax: +46 (31) 76476-19
mailto:info@se.vector.com
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Installation Instructions
Version 3.0
English
Imprint
Ingersheimer Strae 24
D-70499 Stuttgart
The information and data given in this user manual can be changed without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced in
any form or by any means without the written permission of the publisher, regardless of which method or which instruments, electronic
or mechanical, are used. All technical information, drafts, etc. are liable to law of copyright protection.
Copyright 2012, Vector Informatik GmbH. Printed in Germany.
All rights reserved.
Manual
Table of contents
Table of contents
1
Introduction
1.1

1.1.1
Certification
1.1.2
Warranty
1.1.3
Support
1.1.4
4
5
5
5
5
Driver Installation
2.1
Minimum Requirements
2.2
Hints
2.3
Vector Driver Setup
2.4
Vector Hardware Configuration
11
Operating Test
13
3.1
Loop Test
3.1.1
CAN
3.1.2
FlexRay
3.1.3
MOST
14
14
16
17
19
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1.1

Certification
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Support
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To find information
quickly
This user manual provides you with the following access help:
At the beginning of each chapter you will find a summary of the contents
In the header you can see in which chapter and paragraph you are
Conventions
In the two following charts you will find the conventions used in the user manual
regarding utilized spellings and symbols.
Style
Utilization
bold
Blocks, surface elements, window- and dialog names of the

software. Accentuation of warnings and advices.
[OK]
Push buttons in brackets
File|Save
Notation for menus and menu entries
Microsoft
Legally protected proper names and side notes.
Source Code
File name and source code.
Hyperlink
Hyperlinks and references.
<CTRL>+<S>
Notation for shortcuts.
Symbol
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1.1.1 Certification
Certified Quality
Vector Informatik GmbH has ISO 9001:2008 certification. The ISO standard is a
Management System globally recognized standard.
1.1.2 Warranty
Restriction
of warranty
We reserve the right to change the contents of the documentation and the software
without notice. Vector Informatik GmbH assumes no liability for correct contents or
damages which are resulted from the usage of the documentation. We are grateful for
references to mistakes or for suggestions for improvement to be able to offer you
even more efficient products in the future.
1.1.3 Support
You need support?
Please check the addresses at the end of this manual for your local support.
1.1.4 Registered Trademarks

Registered
trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this documentation and if necessary third party

registered are absolutely subject to the conditions of each valid label right and the
rights of particular registered proprietor. All trademarks, trade names or company
names are or can be trademarks or registered trademarks of their particular
proprietors. All rights which are not expressly allowed are reserved. If an explicit label
of trademarks, which are used in this documentation, fails, should not mean that a
name is free of third party rights.
Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 are trademarks of the
Microsoft Corporation.
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2 Driver Installation
2.1
page 8
2.3
Vector Driver Setup
page 9
2.4
page 11
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Hardware
Software
2.2
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CPU
Pentium 4 or higher
Memory
512 MB or more
Network interface
CANcardXL
CANcardXLe
CANboardXL PCI
CANboardXL PCIe
CANboardXL PXI
CANcaseXL
CANcaseXL log
VN1610
VN1611
VN1630
VN2610
VN2640
VN3300
VN3600
VN7600
VN8910
Operating system
Windows XP SP3 (32 bit)

Windows Vista SP1 (32 bit)
Windows 7 (32/64 bit)
Driver version
8.x
Measurement
application
The devices can be run with several applications from Vector

(e. g. CANoe, CANalyzer) or with measurement applications
from other companies. Therefor the devices require a related
license. Applications based on the Vector XL Driver Library can
be run without a license.
: PCMCIA
: ExpressCard 54
: PCI
: PCI Express 1x
: Compact PCI/PXI
: USB
: USB
: USB
: USB
: USB
: USB
: USB
: PCI
: USB
: USB
: USB
Hints
Note: Many desktop PCs have power managers which block the CPU for a specific
time. This impairs accuracy of the time system. If your application has stringent timing
requirements (e. g. time-driven sending of messages or time-driven evaluations), you
have to deactivate these power managers. Power management settings may be contained in the BIOS setup or on the Control Panel of Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7
(e. g. Power options).
No further mention will be made of the power manager in this document.
Info: Please note that you will need Administrator Rights for the following steps.
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Vector Driver Setup
General information
The Vector Driver Disk offers a driver setup which allows the installation or the
removal of Vector devices.
1. Execute the driver setup from the autostart menu or directly from
\Drivers\Setup.exe before the device is inserted or connected to the PC with
the included USB cable.
If you have already inserted or connected the device to the PC, the Windows
found new Hardware wizard appears. Close this wizard and then execute the
driver setup.
2. Click [Next] in the driver setup dialog. The initialization process starts.
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3. In the driver selection dialog select your devices to be installed (or to be

uninstalled).
4. Click [Install] to execute the driver installation, or [Uninstall] to remove existing

drivers.
5. A confirmation dialog appears. Click [Close] to exit.
If the driver has been properly installed, the device can be inserted or connected
to the PC with the included USB cable. The device is ready for operation now.
6. For Windows XP users only:
If the Windows found new Hardware wizard appears, select the option for automatic driver search to complete the installation.
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Executing Vector
Hardware Config
After the successful installation you will find the configuration application Vector
Hardware in the Control Panel (see below). The tool gives you information about the
connected and installed Vector devices. There are also several settings that can be
changed.
Control panel
Windows XP
Category view
Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click in the left part of the window for further
Control Panel options followed by Vector Hardware.
Classic view
Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.
Control panel
Windows Vista
Category view
Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click in the right part of the window for
Additional Options followed by Vector Hardware.
Classic view
Start | (Settings) | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.
Control panel
Windows 7
Category view
Start | Control Panel | Hardware and Sound, click Vector Hardware in the list.
Symbols view
Start | Control Panel, click Vector Hardware in the list.
The tool is split into two windows. The left window lets you access the installed Vector
devices, the right window displays the details of the selection. The following nodes
are available in the left window:
Hardware
Each installed Vector device is shown in Hardware. Additional details of available

channels are shown in a tree view. Status information on the device components and
the channels are also shown in this dialog.
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Application
In Application all available applications are shown with their configured channels. If
you click on an application, all of its channels are displayed in the right pane on the
screen.
General information
The General information section contains general information on Vector devices and
applications.
License
The License section contains information on all currently valid licenses.
Note: You will find a detailed description of Vector Hardware Config in the online
help (Help | Contents).
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3.1
Loop Test
CAN
FlexRay
MOST
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Loop Test
Operating test
The test described here can be performed to check the functional integrity of the
driver and the device. This test is identical for Windows XP, Windows Vista,
Windows 7 and independent of the application being used.
3.1.1 CAN
Device test
The operating test for CAN can be executed with the following devices:
CANcardXL
CANcardXLe
CANcaseXL
CANcaseXL log
CANboardXL Family
VN1610
VN1630
VN7600
Loop3.exe
Either two High-Speed or two Low-Speed transceivers are necessary for this
functional test:
1. Connect two CAN channels with a suitable cable. If two High-Speed transceivers
are being used, we recommend our CANcable 1 (CANcable 0 for Low-Speed
transceivers).
2. Start \Drivers\Common\Loop3.exe from the driver CD.
This program accesses the Vector devices and transmits CAN messages.
3. Select the connected CAN channels of the device(s) to be tested.
4. Set the appropriate baudrate depending on the transceiver being used (HighSpeed max. 1,000,000 Bd, Low-Speed max. 125,000 Bd).
5. Click [Start].
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6. You will see statistical data in the lower part of the window if the system has been
configured properly.
Loop3 application
7. The test procedure can be terminated with the [Stop] button.

An OK should appear in the upper part of the window.
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3.1.2 FlexRay
Device test
The operating test for FlexRay can be executed with the following devices:
VN3300
VN3600
VN7600
FRLoop.exe
This operating test requires an inserted FRpiggy.

1. Remove the FlexRay cable if it is connected.
2. Start \Drivers\Common\FRLoop.exe from the driver CD.
3. Execute the test.
4. If no error messages occur, the operating test was successful.
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3.1.3 MOST
Device test
The operating test for MOST can be executed with the following devices:
VN2610
VN2640
MLoop.exe
This functional test requires a MOST fiber optic cable and a fiber coupler for HFBR
connectors.
1. VN2610
Start \Drivers\Common\MLoop.exe from the driver CD
VN2640
Start \Drivers\Common\M150Loop.exe from the driver CD.
2. Select the VN2610/VN2640 to be tested from the list of detected devices.
3. Click [Twinkle] and check if the power LED of the VN2610/VN2640 is blinking at
least for one second.
4. Connect the MOST fiber optic cable with the VN2610/VN2640 device, select
Master mode and check if the program displays the status Unlock. Check if red
light comes out of the Tx fiber of the MOST fiber optic cable.
5. Connect both ends of the fiber with one fiber coupler to a ring and check if the
program displays the status Lock.
6. Close MLoop.exe with [Exit].
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4 Appendix A: Addresses
Vector Informatik
GmbH

Ingersheimer Str. 24
70499 Stuttgart
Germany
Support: +49 711 80670-200
Phone: +49 711 80670-0
Fax: +49 711 80670-111
mailto:info@de.vector.com
Vector CANtech, Inc. Vector CANtech, Inc.

39500 Orchard Hill Place
Suite 550
Novi, Mi 48375
USA
Support: +1 248 449 9290 Option 2
Phone: +1 248 449 9290
Fax: +1 248 449 9704
mailto:info@us.vector.com
Vector Automotive
Technology
(Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Vector Automotive Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Sunyoung Center
Room 1701, No.398 Jiangsu Road
Changning District
Shanghai 200050
China
Phone: +86 21 6432 53530
Fax: +86 21 6432 5308
mailto:info@cn.vector.com
Vector France SAS
Vector France SAS

168, Boulevard Camlinat
92240 Malakoff
France
Support: +33 1 4231 4010
Phone: +33 1 4231 4000
Fax: +33 1 4231 4009
mailto:information@fr.vector.com
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Vector GB Ltd.
Manual
Vector GB Ltd.
Rhodium
Central Boulevard
Blythe Valley Park
Solihull, Birmingham
West Midlands B90 8AS
United Kingdom
Support: +44 121 50681-77
Phone: +44 121 50681-50
mailto:info@uk.vector.com
Vector Informatik
India Pvt. Ltd.
Vector Informatik India Pvt. Ltd.

Lokesh Madan
4/1/1/1, Sutar Icon, Sus Road
Pashan, Pune - 411 021
India
Phone: +91 20 2587 2023
Fax: +91 20 2587 2025
mailto:info@in.vector.com
Vector Japan Co.,

Ltd.
Vector Japan Co., Ltd.

Seafort Square Center Bld.
18F, 2-3-12,
Higashi-shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku
Tokyo 140-0002
Japan
Support: +81 3 5769 7800
Phone: +81 3 5769 7800
Fax: +81 3 5769 6975
mailto:info@jp.vector.com

#1406 Mario Tower
222-12 Guro-dong, Guro-gu
Seoul, 152-848
Republic of Korea
Support: : +82 2 807 0600 Ext.2
Phone: +82 2 807 0600
Fax: +82 2 8070601
mailto:info@kr.vector.com
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VecScan AB
VecScan AB
Theres Svenssons Gata 9
417 55 Gteborg
Sweden
Support: +46 (31) 764 76-00
Phone: +46 (31) 76476-00
Fax: +46 (31) 76476-19
mailto:info@se.vector.com
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2 VN8900 Interface Family

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The VN8900 interface family is an advanced development of the XL interface family;

Figure 1: Operator side and measurement side.

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Another important VN8900 product characteristic is the modularity of the network

Figure 2: VN8910 back panel.

Figure 3: VN8910 with inserted VN8950 CAN/LIN module.

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2.1.2 Real-Time Processing

2.1.3 Stand-Alone Mode

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2.1.5 Installation and Startup

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2.1.6 Installing the Slide-In Modules and Piggybacks

Caution: Always disconnect the power supply before assembling.

1. Remove all cables from the base unit.

Figure 5: Piggyback locations on the VN8950 CAN/LIN module.

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2.2.1 VN8910 (Single Module System)

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The Vector device has to be connected over a self-powered hub.

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Intel ATOM 1.6 GHz Z530

Depends on the slide-in module and

Relative humidity of ambient air 15 %...95 %, non-condensing

External power supply

Typ. 9.5 W without slide-in module

Windows XP, 32 bit (SP3 or higher)

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