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ZLG USBCAN-4E-U User Manual

ZLG USBCAN-4E-U
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USBCAN-4E-U
User Manual
Date: 2017/03/09
V1.00
Guangzhou ZHIYUAN Electronics Co., Ltd.
Industrial high performance CAN interface card
User
Manual
DS20151101
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ZLG USBCAN-4E-U Specifications

General IconGeneral
InterfaceUSB 2.0
CAN Channels4
CAN Protocols SupportedCAN2.0A, CAN2.0B
Baud Rate5Kbps~1Mbps
CAN ControllerNXP SJA1000
Isolation Voltage2500 Vrms
Storage Temperature-40°C~+85°C
Power SupplyUSB powered
Operating Voltage5V
TransceiverNXP TJA1050
LED IndicatorsPower
Operating Temperature-40°C~+85°C

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

Provides a general introduction to the USBCAN-4E-U high-performance CAN interface card.

1.2 Product Appearance

Details the physical appearance and components of the USBCAN-4E-U interface card.

1.3 Specifications

Lists the key technical specifications and features of the USBCAN-4E-U interface card.

1.4.1 Electric Parameters

Details the electrical characteristics, voltage, and current ratings of the interface card.

1.4.2 Operating Temperature

Specifies the ambient and storage temperature ranges for the USBCAN-4E-U.

1.4.3 Protection Grade

Outlines the protection grade test results and standards for the interface card's interfaces.

1.5 Application

Describes the common application fields for the USBCAN-4E-U CAN interface card.

Chapter 2: Device Hardware Interface

2.1 Power Supply

Explains the external and USB bus power supply options for the USBCAN-4E-U, including indicator behavior.

2.1.1 External Power Supply Mode

Details how to connect an external power supply to the USBCAN-4E-U.

2.1.2 USB Bus Power Supply Mode

Explains the USB bus power supply method and indicator status.

2.2 DIP Switch of Terminal Resistance

Details the function and usage of the DIP switch for setting CAN bus terminal resistance.

2.3 CAN-bus Connector

Describes the physical CAN-bus connectors and the pin definition for the DB9 interface.

2.3.1 Signal definition of DB9 to OPEN5 connector

Provides the signal mapping and pinout for the DB9 to OPEN5 connector conversion.

2.4 Signal Indicator

Explains the PWR, SYS, and CAN indicators and how they signify device status.

2.4.1 USBCAN-4E-U Signal Indicator

Details the specific functions and states of the PWR, SYS, and CAN indicators on the USBCAN-4E-U.

2.5 System Connection

Guides on connecting the USBCAN-4E-U to a CAN-bus network and PC.

2.5.1 CAN-bus Connection

Details the physical connection procedure for the USBCAN-4E-U on a CAN-bus network.

2.5.2 Bus Terminal Resistance

Explains the importance of terminal resistance for CAN-bus reliability and its calculation.

2.5.3 USB Bus Connection

Describes the methods and considerations for connecting the USBCAN-4E-U to a PC via USB.

Chapter 3: Driver Installation

3.1 Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the USBCAN-4E-U driver on Windows XP and other systems.

3.2 Uninstall the Driver

Instructions for safely and completely uninstalling the USBCAN-4E-U device driver from the system.

Chapter 4: Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ 1: Fail to start the device

Troubleshooting steps for the 'Fail to start the device' error in ZLGCANTEST.

FAQ 2: 120 Ohm Terminal Resistance

Explains the necessity and application of 120 Ohm terminal resistance in CAN bus networking.

FAQ 3: Multiple Card Installation

Addresses the possibility and limitations of installing multiple USBCAN-4E-U interface cards in one computer.

FAQ 4: Maximum Data Conversion Rate

Details the maximum data conversion rate supported by the USBCAN-4E-U for CAN bus communication.

FAQ 5: CAN State Indicator Behavior

Explains the reasons behind the CAN state indicator turning off or behaving unexpectedly.

FAQ 6: Illegal System Operation

Troubleshooting illegal system operations encountered when calling interface functions.

FAQ 7: Setting Communication Baud Rate

Provides guidance on how to set the communication baud rate for the PC-CAN interface card.

FAQ 8: Standby/Sleep Mode Impact

Discusses how system standby or sleep modes affect CAN reception and the device's operation.

FAQ 9: Handling Application Errors

Methods for diagnosing and resolving function call and CAN-bus communication errors in applications.

FAQ 10: Device Power On/Off Considerations

Key considerations and procedures for safely turning the USBCAN-4E-U device on and off.

FAQ 11: Interrupt Mode Operation

Explains how to utilize interrupt mode for operating the communication card effectively.

FAQ 12: VCI_Transmit Function Usage

Tips and best practices for using the VCI_Transmit function for data transmission.

FAQ 13: VCI_Receive Function Usage

Provides guidance on optimizing the use of the VCI_Receive function for efficient data reception.

Chapter 5: Rights & Statements