Beacon

Part No.: MPDG-BEACON-KIT

Product Description

Beacon

The next generation tool for vehicle network design and development actives including EOL testing, ECU prototyping, data logging, bus analysis, simulation, validation, and more.

  • High-end data logger and analyzer on a proven platform
  • Hardware simulation & software validation 
  • 6 HS CAN/ CAN FD channels *Optional 8 configurable HS CAN channels
  • Extensive data logging capability with Mirco SD 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, hardwre simulation and testing
  • ECU development
  • Embedded application support
  • Multiple PC based applications interface with the Beacon simultaneously
  • Works with Wireshark to automatically know and dissect Gryphon Communication Protocols
  • Bench testing with vehicle-ready LDF files (LIN Definition Files) - saving time and money from extensive in-vehicle testing 
  • Reads LIN LDF and can emulate LIN master and nodes from LDF file

Beacon

  • Processor: ARM Cortex A8, 1 GHz core Speed.
    • RAM: 512 Mbytes SDRAM
    • NAND Flash Memory: 512 Mbytes
  • Operationg System
    • Linux OS
    • On-board Web server
    • TCP/IP support of standard services into the BEACON® (FTP, SSH, etc.)
    • Module drivers and applications
  • Data storage: Micro SD card up to 64 GB
  • Electrical
    • Typicalcurrent = 1600mA at 12.0 VDC input
    • Input voltage
      • Minimum input voltage: 6 VDC
      • Minimum input voltage: 32 VDC
  • Working temperature range: -40℃...+85℃ (-40°F...+185°F)
  • Storage temperature range :-40℃...+85℃ (-40°F...+185°F)
  • Relative humidity : 5 ... 95%
  • IP-Code: IP 54
  • 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 1b.)

Interfaces

  • (1) USB-B
  • (2) USB-A
  • (1) Ethernet (100Mb Ethernet)
  • (2) 9 Pin and 15 Pin Connectors
  • LAN: Ethnet connection
  • CAN measurement input: CAN High Speed acc. to ISO

Standard Hardware

  • 6 HS CAN Channels: 6 CAN FD channels *Optional 8 CAN FD channels
  • 1 SW CAN: 6 CAN FD channels *Optional 8 CAN FD channels
  • 1 FT CAN: 6 CAN FD channels *Optional 8 CAN FD channels
  • 2 LIN Channels: 6 CAN FD channels *Optional 8 CAN FD channels
  • Data Logging & Network Gateway
  • Wi-Fi Enabled with Standard USB
  • 100 Mb Ethernet Connection
  • USB Connection: USB 2.0
  • Field Upgradable Firmware
  • Power Adapter or Vehicle-Powered: 12 VDC Universal A/C power adapter

PC Software - PC-based

  • Inclides Hercules ( Analysis Software)
    • Easy to use, intuitive menu structure
    • Supports OBDII and ISO diagnostic sevices
    • Interfaces to a wide variety of vehicle protocols
    • View, store and create messages quickly
    • Record and playback data (timestamp enabled)
    • Filter/ Trigger based on messages or signals
    • Real-time signal graphing
    • Send single and broadcast messages (Hot-key enabled)
    • 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 receive messages
    • Imports dbc files
    • Save/ Load XML configurations
  • Includes Gryphon Data Logger (Data Logger Software)
    • Configure as a responder or simulator.
    • Configure triggers to send messages in response to user-specified receive 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
  • J2534 & RP1210 API Compatible
  • Compatible with Busmaster, Matlab, LabView and more
  • -32-bit C, C++ and VB libraries and samples
  • Configuration software (Windows, extemal): Configure as a responder of simulator

Wireless Options

  • Wireless LAN by Nano USB adapter

Protocols

  • ISO15765 Diagnostic Services

Standard cables

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

This is the standard Beacon Kit that includes:

  • Beacon Unit 
  • Power Adapter
  • Ethernet Cable
  • Open Ended Cable
  • Soft Case 
  • Quickstart Guide