2 April 2025
Vector has unveiled the VN5614, a compact interface for Automotive Ethernet 10BASE-T1S applications that supports Open Alliance TC10 and includes low-level error reporting. This device is particularly suited for detailed analysis, simulation, testing, and monitoring of 10BASE-T1S bus systems.
The VN5614 is designed to connect two independent 10BASE-T1S buses, offering flexible access for various applications, from complex remaining bus simulations to passive measurements.
This interface allows users to connect multiple simulated Electronic Control Units (ECUs) to the bus for comprehensive remaining bus simulations. Additionally, it can inject extra or erroneous Ethernet packets for fault testing. It also features a passive connection to the 10BASE-T1S bus, enabling transparent monitoring of Ethernet communications without altering the existing bus setup.
For enhanced visibility into bus operations, the VN5614 captures low-level errors, cycle data, PHY-level collision avoidance (PLCA) beacon events, and statistical information. This data can be viewed in software such as CANoe and CANalyzer, making it beneficial for both automotive applications and Megawatt Charging Systems (MCS) analysis.
The VN5614 complies with the Open Alliance TC10 standard aimed at automotive power management, making it suitable for both monitoring and testing tasks. Its robust, compact design and USB-C power support make it versatile enough for use in various settings, including offices, laboratories, test benches, and even within vehicles.
This new interface enriches Vector’s range of compact tools for automotive and standard Ethernet, complementing existing interfaces like the VN5650 and VN5240 to complete Vector’s 10BASE-T1S offerings.
With capabilities that include support for the Automotive Ethernet 10BASE-T1S standard, compliance with Open Alliance TC10, PLCA beacon handling, and the simulation of multiple virtual nodes, the VN5614 emerges as an optimal solution for analysis, simulation, and monitoring in both field and laboratory environments.
About Vector
Vector Informatik GmbH, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, specializes in developing software tools and components for networking electronic systems, particularly within the automotive sector. The company is renowned for its comprehensive product suite, which includes tools for analyzing, developing, and simulating automotive electronics, encompassing protocols like CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Ethernet.
Vector is committed to advancing the development of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and plays a pivotal role in the evolution of automotive technology through collaborations and innovations.
