Description

The next generation tool providing hardware and software support for vehicle network testing, ECU prototyping, data logging, bus analysis, simulation, validation, diagnostics, reprogramming and more. Your Beacon purchase includes Hercules analysis software, and our hardware is compatible with many open source and other industry-standard software tools.

Features

• High-end data logger and analyzer on a proven platform
• Hardware simulation and software validation
• 6 HS CAN/CAN FD channels
  • Optional 8 configurable HS CAN channels
• Extensive data logging capability with a microSD card with up to 64 GB of storage
• Includes Gryphon Data Logger and data logger configuration software to create configuration files
• Diagnostic and reprogramming capability
• Includes Hercules Software for ECU development, data collection/analysis, hardware simulation and testing
• ECU development
• Embedded application support
• Multiple PC-based applications can interface with the Beacon simultaneously
• Works with Wireshark to automatically recognize and dissect Gryphon Communication Protocols
• Bench testing with vehicle-ready LDF files (LIN Definition Files), saving time and money compared to extensive in-vehicle testing
• Reads LIN LDF files and can emulate LIN master and slave nodes from LDF files

Benefits

• 6 High Speed CAN/CAN FD Channels
• 1 Single Wire CAN Channel
• 1 Fault Tolerant CAN Channel
• 2 Local Interconnect Network (LIN) Channels
• 100 Mbps Ethernet Connectivity
• Wi-Fi Enabled
• USB Connectivity
• On-board Media Storage
• Can be powered by USB, the vehicle, or the included 12 V Power Adapter

Specifications

• Processor: ARM Cortex-A8, 1 GHz core speed
• RAM: 512 Mbytes SDRAM
• NAND Flash Memory: 512 Mbytes

Operating System

• Linux OS
• On-board Web server
• TCP/IP support for standard services on the BEACON® (FTP, SSH, etc.)
• Module drivers and applications

Data Storage

• microSD card up to 64 GB

Electrical

• Typical Current: 1600 mA at 12.0 VDC input

Input Voltage:

• Minimum input voltage: 6 VDC
• Maximum input voltage: 32 VDC

Working Temperature Range

• -40 ºC ... +85 ºC (-40 ºF ... +185 ºF)

Storage Temperature Range

• -40 ºC ... +85 ºC (-40 ºF ... +185 ºF)

Relative Humidity

• 5 ... 95%

IP Code

• IP54

Dimensions (W x H x D)

• 171.45 mm x 38.1 mm x 133.35 mm (6.75 in x 1.5 in x 5.25 in)

Weight

• Approx. 362 g (0.8 lb)

Interfaces

• (1) USB-B
• (2) USB-A
• (1) Ethernet (100 Mbps Ethernet)
• (2) 9-pin and 15-pin connectors

LAN

• Ethernet connection

CAN Measurement Input

• High Speed CAN according to ISO Standard

Standard Hardware

• 6 HS CAN channels
• 1 SW CAN
• 1 FT CAN
• 2 LIN channels
• 6 CAN FD channels
• Optional 8 CAN FD channels

Data Logging & Network Gateway

• Wi-Fi enabled with standard USB
• 100 Mbps Ethernet connection
• USB connection
• USB 2.0
• Field-upgradable firmware
• On-board media storage
• Power adapter or vehicle-powered
• 12 VDC universal AC power adapter

PC Software - PC-based

Includes Hercules Analysis Software:

• Easy-to-use, intuitive menu structure
• Supports OBD-II and ISO diagnostic services
• Interfaces with a wide variety of vehicle protocols
• View, store and create messages quickly
• Record and playback data with timestamps
• Filter/trigger based on messages or signals
• Real-time signal graphing
• Send single and broadcast messages with hot-key support

Data Monitoring

• Scrolling monitor displays messages with timestamps
• Signal monitor displays signals with engineering values
• In-Place monitor displays color-coded message activity

Frame Responder

• Configure triggers to send messages in response to user-specified received messages
• Imports DBC files
• Save/load XML configurations

Gryphon Data Logger

Includes Gryphon Data Logger software:

• Configure as a responder or simulator
• Configure triggers to send messages in response to user-specified received messages
• Graphical user interface
• Data collection and filtering on multiple channels
• Customize with timers, counters and clocks
• Triggers by filter
• Send messages
• Create events
• Set master and sub-schedules
• Automatically transfer data logs to server

Post-processing

• Analysis
• Backup

Software Compatibility

• J2534 & RP1210 API compatible
• Compatible with Wireshark, MATLAB, LabVIEW and more
• 32-bit C, C++ and VB libraries and samples
• Configuration software (Windows, external): Configure as a responder or simulator

Wireless Options

• Wireless LAN by Nano USB adapter

Protocols

• ISO 15765 Diagnostic Services

Standard Cables

• Open-ended cable with HD15 male connector
• RJ45 Ethernet cable

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