Measurement System verifies FlexRay signal integrity.
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Combining Agilent 6000 Series mixed-signal oscilloscope with DECOMPSYS BUSDOCTOR 2 protocol analyzer, Model N5432A provides time-correlated slot/segment boundary display of global FlexRay timing schedule. It allows automotive designers who use embedded microprocessors to verify proper signal integrity of their FlexRay signals and proper timing of time-triggered communication bus.
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Agilent Technologies and DECOMSYS Introduce First Oscilloscope-Based Time-Correlated Measurement System for FlexRay Signals
SANTA CLARA, Calif., and VIENNA, Austria, Feb. 13, 2007 -- Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) and Dependable Computer Systems GmbH (DECOMSYS) today introduced a measurement system that provides the highest-level FlexRay triggering and protocol decode measurements available in an oscilloscope. This new measurement solution allows automotive designers who use embedded microprocessors to verify proper signal integrity of their FlexRay signals and proper timing of the time-triggered communication bus.
The measurement system combines an Agilent 6000 Series mixed signal oscilloscope (MSO) with a DECOMSYS::BUSDOCTOR 2 protocol analyzer to provide the first time-correlated slot/segment boundary display of the global FlexRay timing schedule on an oscilloscope.
The FlexRay serial bus is an automotive communication bus with a time-triggered, deterministic architecture. This higher-performance and fault-tolerant serial bus is gaining rapid adoption in the design of some of today's higher-end automobiles including BMW's X5 SUV, where it initially is being used to support a suspension application. Because of the fault-tolerant nature of the FlexRay protocol, FlexRay technology is expected to be used in the near future for many safety-critical applications such as steer-by-wire, brake-by-wire and collision-avoidance systems.
When used in combination with the DECOMSYS::BUSDOCTOR 2 protocol analyzer, Agilent's FlexRay option for the 6000 Series mixed signal oscilloscopes offers a robust set of FlexRay frame, slot and error triggering, including the ability to trigger on specific FlexRay communications qualified on base-cycle and cycle-repetition.
Designers can see a synchronous and time-correlated display of segment and slot-timing boundaries by importing a FIBEX file that defines the global FlexRay schedule directly into the 6000 Series mixed signal oscilloscope. This capability allows the system to be used as a standalone tester (no external PC required). Alternatively, the DECOMSYS::BUSDOCTOR 2 and MSO can be configured for synchronous operation using DECOMSYS' VISION software package. This type of system configuration provides higher-level FlexRay protocol analysis measurements on the PC and time-correlated FlexRay measurements on the oscilloscope's display.
Information about the FlexRay standard and the FlexRay Consortium can be found at www.flexray.com.
U.S. Pricing and Availability
The Agilent N5432A FlexRay triggering and real-time decode option for the 6000 Series mixed signal oscilloscope is priced at $2,500. Call Agilent for availability information. Information about the Agilent N5432A is available at www.agilent.com/find/flexray.
The DECOMSYS::BUSDOCTOR 2 FlexRay protocol analyzer and optional MSO communication cable can be ordered directly from DECOMSYS. Information about the BUSDOCTOR 2 is available at www.decomsys.com/busdoctor.
About DECOMSYS
DECOMSYS -- Your FlexRay and AUTOSAR Partner -- is the leading solutions provider for FlexRay, the coming communication standard for automotive electronics, and AUTOSAR. FlexRay enables new features and applications for more safety, economy, fun and comfort in the car. Engineers at OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers around the world use DECOMSYS design tools, basic software, monitoring solutions and prototyping hardware. They also count on the comprehensive services, e.g., engineering, trainings, chip design, testing and customized software development. As an active member of both the FlexRay Consortium and AUTOSAR, DECOMSYS is especially proud to be a basic software provider for the first FlexRay series projects. Headquartered in Vienna, Austria, DECOMSYS has a subsidiary in Germany, in the USA and in Japan. Information about DECOMSYS is available on the Web at www.decomsys.com.
About Agilent Technologies
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is the world's premier measurement company and a technology leader in communications, electronics, life sciences and chemical analysis. The company's 19,000 employees serve customers in more than 110 countries. Agilent had net revenue of $5.0 billion in fiscal 2006. Agilent is a member of the FlexRay consortium. Information about Agilent is available on the Web at www.agilent.com.
