FlexRay is a fast, scalable, and deterministic bus system that enables the realization of innovative, distributed control functions and security-critical applications. Due to its high bandwidth, it is also used as a backbone in vehicle networking. The EDICflex interface is a powerful hardware platform designed to suit the requirements of FlexRay. It communicates with the PC via Fast-Ethernet TCP/IP and can process large amounts of data without any problems due to its powerful microcontroller. The interface is linked to the FlexRay bus via the FlexRay chip Freescale MFR4300. In addition to two FlexRay channels (10 MBit/s), the interface has two CAN channels (ISO 11898-2 HighSpeed and ISO 11898-3 LowSpeed), allowing the acquisition of FlexRay and CAN messages on the same time basis. Four trigger outputs and two trigger inputs are available for combination with external hardware components.
The EDICflex is a hardware platform designed for high‑speed FlexRay and CAN diagnostics and flash programming. It connects to a PC via Fast‑Ethernet TCP/IP and includes a powerful microcontroller, a FlexRay chip (Freescale MFR4300) and optional plug‑in IP modules. The device features two FlexRay channels, two CAN channels, four trigger outputs and two inputs, all housed in a sturdy metal enclosure suitable for vehicle environments.
Technical data include FlexRay and CAN channel specifications, microcontroller details, memory size, input voltage and temperature ranges, as well as system requirements such as a Windows 2000/XP PC with Ethernet. The delivery scope provides the hardware interface, power and Ethernet cables, and optional diagnostic software on a CD.
| FlexRay Channels | 2 × 10 MBit/s |
|---|---|
| FlexRay Controller | Freescale MFR4300 (upgradeable) |
| FlexRay Transceiver | Philips TJA 1080 |
| CAN Channels | 2 × ISO 11898‑2 and ISO 11898‑3 |
| PC Interface | Fast Ethernet 10/100 MBit |
| Trigger Interfaces | 4 outputs, 2 inputs |
| Microcontroller | Freescale MPG&866, 130 MHz |
| Memory | 64 MB RAM, 32 MB flash |
| Input Voltage Range | 6.5 V – 50 V DC |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C – +70 °C |
| System Requirements | PC with Windows 2000 or XP and Ethernet |
The hardware uses a Freescale MPG&866 microcontroller running at 130 MHz.