Compact two-channel interface for advanced automotive ethernet 10BASE-T1S applications

Vector has introduced the VN5614, a compact Automotive Ethernet 10BASE-T1S interface with Open Alliance TC10 support and low-level error reporting. It is excellent for comprehensive analysis, simulation, testing, and monitoring of 10BASE-T1S buses.

The solution is a compact and versatile interface for 10BASE-T1S buses, supporting the connection of two independent buses. Its flexible access allows various use cases, from complex remaining bus simulation to passive measurements.

The interface enables the connection of multiple simulated ECUs to the bus for the remaining bus simulation. It can also send extra or invalid Ethernet packets for fault injection. The interface also supplies a passive connection to the 10BASE-T1S bus, allowing transparent monitoring of Ethernet communication without any modifications to the bus configuration.

The interface reports low-level errors, cycle information, PHY-level collision avoidance (PLCA) beacon events, and statistical data for deeper insight into the bus. This information is displayed in applications such as CANoe and CANalyzer, useful in automotive and Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) analysis.

Open Alliance TC10 for automotive power management is also making its way into 10BASE-T1S. The interface supports the Open Alliance TC10 standard and can be employed for testing or monitoring. Robust, compact, and USB-C powered, it is versatile and can be used in various environments, including offices, laboratories, test benches, and even in a car.

The VN5614 complements the company's existing automotive and standard Ethernet compact tool interfaces and, together with the VN5650 and VN5240 interfaces, completes its 10BASE-T1S portfolio.

With support for the Automotive Ethernet 10BASE-T1S standard, Open Alliance TC10 support, PLCA beacons and the ability to simulate multiple virtual nodes, the VN5614 is an excellent option for analysis, simulation and monitoring tasks in the field and in the laboratory.