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- Brand
- Softing
- Model
- CANcard2-CAR
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- Automotive supplies
- Industry
- Automotive
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- 2
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- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-04-06
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Softing CANcard2-CAR User Manual
The CANcard2-CAR is a PCMCIA‑type CAN bus interface designed for vehicle electronics engineering, testing and diagnostic applications. It enables parallel access to up to two CAN buses, making it suitable for ECU communication in mobile or on‑site environments.
The manual describes the hardware features, such as an on‑board microcontroller, two independent CAN channels, and various bus‑adapter cables, as well as the software stack (CAN‑API, D‑PDU API) and system requirements for Windows operating systems.
Softing CANcard2-CAR specifications
| Format | PC Gard Type Il (PGMCIA) |
|---|---|
| Current consumption (typical) | 300 mA |
| Microcontroller | Infineon C165 |
| Vehicle interfaces | 2 × CAN (transceiver depends on cable) |
| CAN controller | SJA1000 |
| Operating temperature range | 0 °C … +55 °C (operation), -20 °C … +70 °C (storage) |
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which operating systems are supported by the CANcard2-CAR?
The device works with Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP.
How many CAN channels does the CANcard2-CAR provide?
It supports two independent CAN bus channels.
Which Windows operating systems are supported by the CANcard2‑CAR?
The device supports Windows 9x, Windows 2000/XP, and Windows NT 4.0.
How many CAN channels does the CANcard2‑CAR provide?
It provides two CAN channels that are compatible with CAN 2.0A and 2.0B.