Tools and Services for ECU Calibration
ECU calibration is an iterative process of measurement and calibration at runtime to optimally tune the parameters of your ECU algorithms.
The complete Vector system solution of multifaceted and specialized hardware and software tools covers a broad range of your task areas: from measurement and calibration to diagnostics and flashing for a wide variety of ECU interfaces. These comprehensive solutions support you over the entire development process: from functional development to bypassing and rapid prototyping solutions and finally test bench applications and test drives in the pilot phase and production. A calibration data management system ensures efficient, process-conformant data management while preserving high data quality.
By using high-performance software and hardware solutions you – as an ECU manufacturer or automotive OEM – benefit from Vector’s many years of know-how in the measurement and calibration field.
Measurement & Data Management
Flexible Recording of Measurement Data
The following tools facilitate the time-synchronized real-time acquisition and visualization of ECU-internal signals with CCP/XCP, KWP2000, and UDS, signals from CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet and MOST buses, as well as external measurement technology:
The all-round tool for measurement and calibration of ECUs | |
Scalable measurement and calibration hardware for maximum data transmission rates | |
Network Interface for Ethernet/BroadR-Reach and CAN | |
For analog measurement technology, Vector offers a complete portfolio of powerful software for acquisition, analysis and management of measurement data | Analog Measurement |
Managing Measurement Data Professionally
vMDM is the solution for efficient management of large data volumes from development, bench testing and vehicle testing. Working with a server-based or cloud-based variant, users can perform CPU-intensive analyses of measurement data, create classifications and generate reports. vMDM simplifies the sharing and exchange of data between distributed teams.
Calibration & Data Management
Easily Modify Parameter Values
The following tools make it easier for you to efficiently calibrate parameter values:
Calibrate the parameters of your ECU algorithms online in the ECU or offline in the hex file | |
Display, compare and edit parameters created in ECU calibration easily | |
| Manage calibration data efficiently with a database-supported platform for teams | vCDM |
Scalable measurement and calibration hardware for maximum data transfer rates of more than 100 MByte/s |
Mastering Calibration & Configuration Data
The following tools make it easier for you to efficiently manage calibration data:
Display, compare and edit parameters created in ECU calibration easily | |
| Manage calibration data efficiently with a database-supported platform for calibration teams | vCDM |
Analysis & Evaluation
vSignalyzer, CANape and vMDM offer many possibilities for efficient analysis of all types of measurement data.
vSignalyzer is a convenient tool for efficient evaluation and analysis of all types of measurement data. It offers extensive options for data visualization, as well as functions for manual and automated analysis and report generation. | |
CANape offers you numerous options for easy processing and evaluation of data from previous measurements – either manually or automatically. | |
vMDM (Vector Measurement Data Management) is the solution for efficient management of large data volumes from development, test bench operation and vehicle tests. | vMDM |
Diagnostics & Flashing
Detailed ECU diagnostics in the laboratory and in the vehicle
The following tools simplify reliable ECU diagnostics:
CANape’s integrated Diagnostic Feature Set gives you symbolic access to diagnostic data and services, providing the functionality of a full-fledged diagnostic tester | |
Easy to use diagnostic tester, which is largely self-configuring and conceals the complexity of the diagnostic protocols | |
Diagnostics on CAN and over IP with CANoe |
Reliable Reprogramming of ECUs
The following tools make it easier to reprogram your ECU reliably and quickly:
Flash programming with CCP and XCP | |
(Re-)Programming easily and quickly – over CAN, CAN FD, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet (DoIP) | |
Embedded software for flashing programs and vehicle-related data over CAN, LIN, FlexRay or Ethernet |
ECU Drivers
Vector offers extensive support with free sample implementations of CCP or XCP in your ECU as well as comprehensive consultation and integration services for all aspects of your ECU software.
Further Use Cases
Rapid Control Prototyping provides you with mechanisms for testing control algorithms quickly and efficiently without having to replace the entire ECU software. This approach can be applied with both physical and virtual ECUs. Vector offers extensive support for control algorithm development, stimulation, data fusion, simulation and bypassing.
Description Files for Internal ECU Parameters
The following tools support you in working with ECU description files:
Convenient editing of the ECU description files in ASAP2 format | |
Easily create and edit ECU description files | |
Functional library for reading and writing ASAP2 files |
Description files let the user access internal ECU parameters by symbolic names. A2L files are elementary components of every measurement and calibration operation.
Engineering Services
To let you fully concentrate on your ECU calibration tasks, Vector can support you with its know-how and tailor-made comprehensive solutions for your various other tasks.
Know-How
Learn how the Vector tool chain can accelerate your projects.
Benefit from valuable know-how:
- Technical articles & case studies
- Application notes
- Product videos & webinar recordings
- Product descriptions
- Demo versions
- Trainings
Fundamentals
- XCP basics – benefit from the ASAM Standard
- Information on how to efficiently save measured data in MDF format
- Required data description files for ECU calibration
Technical Articles & Case Studies
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2019-06-19 Technical ArticleOvercoming Logging Challenges in ADAS Development Projects
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2018-10-11 Case StudyCDHK, Tongji-University: High-Voltage Power Measurements with High-Speed
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2018-07-18 Case StudyBASELABS, TASS, Vector: Virtual Model-In-The-Loop Test for the Development of Driver Assistance Systems
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2018-05-18 Case Study Technical ArticleImproving ECU Test Environment with Vector Tools and CSM Measurement Modules
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2018-03-27 Technical ArticleFrom Signal to Service – Challenges for the development of AUTOSAR Adaptive applications
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2017-11-17 Technical ArticleMaking On-Train Monitoring Recorder Data Easy to Interpret: Understanding Train Performance Using Data Analysis
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2017-09-22 Case StudyHigh-Performance Recording of Raw Radar Data and Algorithm Data With the Scalable AURIX™ Radar Microcontroller Family
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2017-07-03 Case StudyRenesas: High-Performance Recording of Raw Radar Data and Algorithm Data With the Renesas RH850/V1R
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2017-04-13 Technical ArticleAll puzzle parts for OBD documentation – Integrated process for generating the legally required OBD documentation faster and without errors
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2017-03-09 Technical ArticleData recording for ADAS development – Scalable recording of sensor and ECU data
Application Notes
Detailed information such as "How do I create an A2L file from CANape", "Interface Programming between CANape and MATLAB" and "CANape ASAM-MC3 Interface".
Product Videos
Webinar Recordings
Use these interesting presentations, expert tips and tool demonstrations to assure yourself a headstart in this area. You can watch these recorded webinars at any time.
- 2019-07-15 Create OBD-Relevant Documentation Easily and Error-Free
- 2019-07-09 vCDMstudio – A Very Easy Way to Work with Calibration Data!
- 2019-02-19 vCDM 6.6 – New Features for Managing Calibration Data...
- 2019-02-13 Data Mining with CANape/vSignalyzer: How to find the needle in...
- 2019-01-31 Calibrating ECUs Optimally with CANape 17.0 – Introduction to New...
Product Descriptions
Learn more about accelerating your ECU calibration projects with these detailed desciptions of Vector products:
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2020-03-23 Product DescriptionvCDM – Professional Calibration Data Management
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2020-03-23 Product DescriptionvCDMstudio – Managing Parameter Sets Easily and Traceably
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2020-01-14 Product DescriptionvMDM
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2020-01-09 Product DescriptionVX1000 System Components Poster
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2019-12-10 Product DescriptionCANape – Measuring, Calibrating and Logging of ECUs and ADAS Sensors
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2019-12-03 Product DescriptionvSignalyzer – Professionally Display, Evaluate and Document Measurement Data
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2019-12-02 Product DescriptionCANape
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2019-12-02 Product DescriptionVersion History CANape
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2019-10-30 Product DescriptionvADASdeveloper – Developing Multisensor Applications Quickly and Conveniently
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2019-08-02 Product DescriptionvMDM – Professional Measurement Data Management
Demo Versions
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2020-02-19 DemoCANape 18.0 Demo
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2019-12-10 DemoASAP2 Tool-Set 14.0
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2018-07-19 Demo Driver/FirmwareXCP Sample Implementation 1.30.4
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2017-09-25 DemovCDMstudio 16.0 Demo
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2015-05-22 Add-On/Freeware DemoMDF Format Specification Version 3.3.1
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2003-10-23 Add-On/Freeware Demo Driver/FirmwareCCP Sample Implementation 1.42
Training
Workshops for Measuring and Calibration
Get to know the Vector system solution for measurement, calibration and diagnostics:
- CANape Fundamentals Workshop (up to 3 days)
- XCP Fundamentals Seminar (1 day)
- vSignalyzer Workshop (1 day)
- Vector Calibration Data Management Seminar (1 day)
News & Events
- 2020-04-08 Webinario: Mastering Emission- or Safety-Critical Calibration Parameters
- 2020-04-22 POSTPONED - Vector Cybersecurity Symposium 2020
- 2020-06-16 - 2020-06-18 Vector at the Automotive Testing Expo 2020
- 2020-09-22 - 2020-09-23 messtec + sensor masters 2020
- 2020-10-13 - 2020-10-14 ELIV MarketPlace