Data Communications Software displays layer-2 messages in CANopen.
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As extension for canAnalyser v2.7, CANopen v2.7 module enables display of received layer-2 messages according to CANopen notation. Received messages are analyzed according to communication objects defined in CANopen protocol and assigned to nodes, and model can be generated by loading device description files, profile assignment, online network scan, or manually. All PDO object values and SDO data is displayed by CANopen module in color-coded plain text.
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New CANopen Extension for IXXAT's canAnalyser
With the new version 2.7 of the CANopen module, IXXAT offers a revised and considerably extended version of its proven CANopen extension for the canAnalyser.
The CANopen module is an extension for the canAnalyser 2.7, enabling the display of received layer-2 messages according to the CANopen notation. At this, received messages are analyzed according to the communication objects defined in the CANopen protocol and assigned to the nodes. The message content is extracted and displayed in plain text.
The interpretation of the layer-2 messages is based on a network model, de-scribing all nodes in the CANopen network. The model is generated either by loading the device description files (EDS, DCF, XDD), by a simple profile as-signment, via online network scan or manually. All PDO object values and SDO data is displayed by the CANopen module in color-coded plain text. At this, SDO block transfer, LSS and Flying Master Protocol are supported as well as Multiplexed PDOs. Received messages can be stored on the harddrive and displayed by using powerful filter rules.
New functions of the version 2.7 are, among others, the message display in overwrite mode with highlighting of the modifications, the interpretation of SRDOs according to CiA-304, the interpretation of a dynamic SDO configura-tion according to CiA-302 (Part 4) and the online detection of devices according to their profile number.
Furthermore, the look-and-feel of the software was improved and designed more clearly. The new module supports the current XDD device despription format as well as the standardized profile description files and comes with an up-to-date vendor list.
For further information about the new CANopen module please visit the IXXAT webpage http://www.ixxat.com/canopen_module_en.html
Company Background
IXXAT Automation is a leading provider of data communication products and services for the automation and automotive industries. The company focuses on industrial communication systems based on CAN (CANopen, DeviceNet), Ethernet (POWERLINK, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, EtherCAT, Modbus-TCP), and TCP/IP with the associated transport protocols. Solutions for the automotive industry are mainly based on CAN (diagnosis protocols, SAE J1939), FlexRay, and LIN. IXXAT is experienced in the development of safety-oriented hardware and software in compliance with IEC 61508. In addition to designing system solutions and developing hardware and software, IXXAT supports the implementation and application of CAN and TCP/IP communication systems and offers training and consultation. The extensive product portfolio includes interface cards, test systems, analytical tools, and protocol software. Currently, the company employs a staff of 80, mostly electronics engineers and computer scientists. IXXAT has an ISO 9001-certified quality management system.
