ECU Test

Know-how: Software testing by semi-synthetic driving maneuvers
From a cost and timing standpoint, it is nearly impossible to comprehensively test ECUs that have a large number of input values. To attain broad test coverage and good depth of testing despite these obstacles, Daimler – in its software testing of electrically actuated power steering systems – is achieving test case reduction by applying the methods of limit value and effects analysis. Tests on the testbench are based upon actual driving maneuvers. Their data traffic was recorded, manipulated and then fed back to the testbench. Download the PDF here (1.02MB)...

Know-how: Advantages of test case generators in model-based development processes
Automatically generated test cases simplify regression tests during the iterative development of complex models. Suitable transformations can be applied to re-use test cases that have already been generated, e.g. in ECU acceptance tests. This yields noticeable time and cost savings for functional developers. Download the PDF here (1.84MB)...

Know-how: CANoe working together with DOORS  
The new Application Note "CANoe DOORS Interworking" describes the traceability and navigation from DOORS to CANoe test modules and vice versa. Furthermore you will learn how to generate CANoe test modules from DOORS, and how to import CANoe test modules to DOORS with the Test Automation Editor. Download the PDF here (487kB)...

Know-how: Versatile ECU tests right at the developer’s workbench
Functional testing of automotive ECUs must include its behaviour when faults occur. If for instance sensors deliver values that are not plausible or that do not comply with the specification, the control unit must respond in a defined manner. More about the modular testing system VT system (PDF 1.11MB)...

Service Packs for downloading
> CANoe / CANalyzer 7.1 SP3 
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Solutions for AUTOSAR

New configuration tool for AUTOSAR basic software
The new DaVinci Configurator Pro is a universal tool for configuring all of an ECU’s AUTOSAR basic software. It can be used to configure MICROSAR modules from Vector as well as modules from third-party manufacturers. To comfortably link in BSW modules that you have created yourself, the DaVinci Configurator Kit is additionally available. More... 

MICROSAR RTE with memory protection mechanisms
Effective immediately, Vector’s MICROSAR RTE supports memory protection mechanisms for scalability classes 3 and 4 that are defined in AUTOSAR. They are needed, for example, to implement safety-relevant systems. Like all MICROSAR products, the MICROSAR RTE conforms to AUTOSAR Release 3.0 as well. You will find further information on MICROSAR RTE here...

MICROSAR CAL for TMS570 available
Vector offers an entire set of AUTOSAR 3.0 conformant MCAL drivers for the TMS570 platform of Texas Instruments. It is easy to configure the MICROSAR CAL drivers and adapt them to the needs of your application with DaVinci Configurator Pro. More...

Vehicle Diagnostics

Volkswagen and Audi release CANdelaStudio as tool for creating ODX data   
The two automotive OEMs now also recommend the use of CANdelaStudio as a tool for describing ODX data to their suppliers. This gives suppliers the option of using this proven tool from the CANdela product family to create ECU parameter sets in projects for the Volkswagen Group. Read more in the press release (PDF 610kB)... 

CANdelaStudio now supports the ISO standard ODX 2.2.0 
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has officially released ODX Version 2.2.0 as a standard for exchanging diagnostic data. CANdelaStudio 6.0 supports this version of the ODX standard as well. Thus the user generates data in the latest ODX format simply at the press of a button. Read more in the press release (PDF 186kB)...

Vector in North America offers a two day CANdela Diagnostics workshop at our Novi office
This training class provides an introduction to Vehicle Diagnostics and the CANdela Concept. It also offers a comprehensive view of the most commonly used features in CANdelaStudio and an understanding of how CANdela fits into Vector’s Integrated Diagnostic Development tools. Applications to CANoe’s interactive and automated Diagnostic test tools and CANdesc’s automated ECU code generation tool are featured. More...

Service Packs for downloading
> Indigo 1.0 SP2  
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ECU Calibration

Know-how: Optimally calibrating ECU parameters
Seamless tool support lets you calibrate ECUs more easily. This collection of six user reports offers insight into the performance features of CANape and eASEE.cdm for handling the tasks of measurement, calibration, management, diagnostics, flashing and model-based software development. Download the PDF here (6.98MB)... 

Vector in North America expands CANape training to 3 days
This training class provides instruction on using CANape and consists of three days of training. The first day provides an introduction to CANape while the second and third days  cover more advanced topics. Several hands-on exercises are included where real hardware is used with CANape. More... 

ECU Software 

New EEPROM Emulation Module available
Would you like to efficiently and synchronously store nonvolatile data of any desired length in program or data flash? Vector offers you a solution for this: The new EEPROM Emulation Module (EepM). It is available for various hardware platforms and can be called directly from the application. If a flash bootloader is being used simultaneously, the same EepM module can also be used for flash programming. More...

High transfer rates in calibration: New XCP-on-Ethernet driver
To enable cost-effective measurement and calibration of large quantities of data, Vector has extended its XCP Slave Drivers to include XCP-on-Ethernet. This XCP software component and the measurement and calibration tool CANape as an XCP master are used to acquire the data without incurring additional hardware costs. More...

Process Management

Requirements Engineering reduces cost by 30%
Forgotten, inadequately described or poorly managed requirements increase product cost by 10-30%. How and where to start to save this cost is described in our IEEE TechSets on Requirements Engineering. Authored by our consultants they are used by professionals around the world to get tailored training. Benefit from our practical experiences. More...

Functional Safety has gained momentum
The safety standards IEC 61508 and ISO 26262 are absolutely essential given the increasing complexity and relevance of electronic systems. Using our comprehensive field of competence "Functional Safety", we support you in introducing and implementing of safety standards in your company. Benefit from our experiences from automotive, transport and aerospace industries. More...

Vector Forum 2009: OEMs and suppliers - Opportunities in the crisis  
Join our esteemed customer event on June 25, 2009 in Stuttgart. We will show how to work more efficiently with your customers and suppliers. A highly interesting program is waiting for you with contributions from BMW, Diehl, ZF and others. More...

Solutions for FlexRay

Synchronize two FlexRay buses - with CANoe as gateway
Time synchronization is central for FlexRay systems. This Application Note describes how to achieve synchronism for two FlexRay buses via a FlexRay - FlexRay gateway. Get the PDF at our Download Center...

Solutions for LIN

Support of the official LIN2.1 Slave conformance tests with CANoe 7.1 SP3
With the recently released Service Pack 3, CANoe.LIN 7.1 now supports the official LIN2.1 conformance tests for LIN Slaves according to the LIN consortium specification from 10th October 2008. The test execution of the 116 tests for the Data Link Layer can be easily automated using our test hardware VH1100. More...

Solutions for Open Protocols

Demo version of Option .IP for CANalyzer and CANoe
Option .IP lets you extend CANalyzer and CANoe by adding the Protocol Layer in the IP environment. Option .IP is now also included in the demo version of CANalyzer and CANoe. You can obtain the demo version at our Download Center...

J1939, NMEA2000 or ISO11783 – Which protocol option is the right one? 
Working with the J1939, NMEA2000 and ISO11783 protocols often present you with special task situations. A detailed functional overview makes it easier for you to select the protocol extension that is optimal for your specific task. Read more in the data sheet (PDF 53kB)...

Service Pack 1 for CANoe Option .ISO11783 V5.1 supports "Learn Mode"
You can easily test the "learn mode" for assigning an auxiliary function to an auxiliary input device by simulating a virtual terminal, job computer or auxiliary input device. Many other improvements support you in developing and testing ISOBUS components and systems. More...

Service Packs for downloading
> CANalyzer / CANoe (.IP, .J1587, .J1939, .NMEA2000) 7.1 SP3 
> CANoe.ISO11783 V5.1 SP1 
> CANalyzer.CANopen 7.0 SP1 
> CANoe.CANopen 5.0 SP1 
> CANeds 3.4 SP1 
> ProCANopen 6.2 SP1 
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Hardware: Network Interfaces, Measurement Hardware and Data Logger

New drivers for downloading  
> Device Driver Version 6.9.24 for Windows 2000/XP/Vista for CANcardXL, CANcase XL, CANcase XL log, CANboardXL, CANboardXL pxi and CANboardXL PCIe
> Device Driver Version 6.9.17 for Windows 2000/XP/Vista for VN3300, VN3600, and VN7600 
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Commercial Events

Cedar Rapids, Iowa (USA); ISO11783 Training at Agriculture Machinery Conference; May 4-6, 2009
Vector’s ISO11783 chief developer will be conducting a one-day education session on May 4, 2009 at the Agriculture Machinery Conference. After being introduced to the communication protocol’s fundamentals you will learn how to use and test ISO11783 application components. For pricing details and registration information...

Shanghai (PR China); 5th China International Automotive Electronics Products & Technologies Show and Summit; May 19-21, 2009
Vector will showcase the entire product portfolio at its own booth. To the event page...

Stuttgart (Germany); Automotive Testing Expo Europe;  June 16-18, 2009
This year will find us also at the premier technology trade show for improving the quality, safety and reliability of vehicles. We can show you solutions for ECU testing, calibration and diagnostics in the vehicle at booth 1830. To the event page...

Versailles (France); Vector France Forum; June 16, 2009
This year Vector France Forum will gather people and experiences around efficiency at the Palais des Congrès de Versailles. Proposing solutions which help optimizing development processes and, consequently, reducing costs, has always been Vector's offer. It is even more key for the current times. Please tick your time table and register on-line. To the event page...

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