PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation Board

The PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation Board utilizes the PCAN-MicroMod FD technology, a compact plug-in module that is inserted on top of the evaluation board. This technology is specifically designed for applications where flexibility and integration of CAN and CAN FD communication are central. It combines a CAN FD/CAN channel with various physical inputs and outputs. The intelligent coupling between these interfaces is provided by a powerful microcontroller, which ensures efficient and reliable processing of signals and communication.
The module comes standard with CAN I/O firmware that can be easily configured graphically. This allows electronics developers to easily and quickly integrate I/O functionality with CAN connectivity into their projects, without the need for extensive firmware development.

Configuration

The configuration of products with PCAN-MicroMod FD technology is performed via user-friendly Windows^® software that is included as standard. With this software, users can not only easily set the I/O mapping to specific CAN IDs, but also implement more advanced logic using built-in function blocks for data processing. This makes it possible to process complex signals locally before placing them on the CAN bus. The configuration made on the computer is transferred to the MicroMod FD via the CAN bus. Subsequently, the module functions completely independently as an independent CAN node within the network.

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In the configuration software, the Module ID is used to uniquely identify each MicroMod. This allows multiple MicroMod modules to function simultaneously on a single CAN network without conflicts. Each module receives and transmits only the messages corresponding to its configured ID and associated CAN ID mapping.
With the module ID, a maximum of 16 devices can be assigned in a CAN network.

Standaard, CANopen, J1939 of Custom

PCAN products with PCAN-MicroMod FD technology can be used in various operating modes, depending on the firmware and model, with support for the CAN (FD) or CANopen (FD) communication protocols. An extensive configurable CAN I/O application is present by default; CANopen or CANopen FD can be activated with a license key. Additionally, this standard firmware can be replaced by J1939 or custom-developed firmware.

Product	CAN CAN FD	CANopen CANopen FD	Custom Firmware
PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation
PCAN-MicroMod FD Analog 1
PCAN-MicroMod FD Digital 12
PCAN-MicroMod FD ECU 1
PCAN-MicroMod FD DR CANopen Digital 1 1
PCAN-MicroMod FD Custom Motherboard

= Operation Mode active at delivery
= Alternative Operation Mode
= Not supported Operation Mode
¹ MircoMod FD is integrated into the PCB for these products, and no use is made of the plug-in board. Read more

The following software is provided free of charge with the Peak PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation Board. The current version is available for download.

Graphical configuration

The PCAN-MicroMod FD plug-in module is a universal solution for integrating a CAN FD interface and I/O functionality. Products with PCAN-MicroMod FD technology can be configured using the Windows^® software PCAN-MicroMod FD Configuration.
The integrated configuration is transmitted to the PCAN-MicroMod FD via the CAN bus. The module then operates as an independent CAN node with the failed functionality. Multiple modules can be configured independently of each other within a single CAN network.

Features

• Software for configuring PCAN-MicroMod FD based hardware
• Product-specific configuration options due to using predefined hardware profiles
• Setting up the CAN interface by selecting the transmission standard (CAN or CAN FD) and the corresponding bit rates
• Definition of incoming and outgoing CAN messages
• Periodic or event-triggered transmission of CAN messages
• Utilization of Signals for the temporary storage of analog and digital inputs and outputs as well as various status information
• Mapping of the Signals to the data of the CAN messages
• Signal processing with functions and services:
  - Scale and Offset function
  - Logical linking of digital inputs
  - Processing of Signal values via characteristic curves or mathematical calculation operation
  - Direct evaluation of rotary encoders
• Configuration data transmitted via CAN (PEAK CAN interface required)
• Selective configuration several devices in a CAN network based on the module ID
• Existing configurations can be read out via CAN for further processing
• Export of the CAN message definition as a Symbol file for use with other PEAK-System products like for example PCAN-Explorer
• Switching between CAN and CANopen operating mode

Remark: For the CAN bus connection a PC CAN interface from PEAK-System is required.

PEAK-DevPack

With the help of the PEAK-DevPack development package, custom application-specific firmware for PEAK-System programmable hardware products can be developed. Examples are available for every supported product. The Firmware Development Package works with Visual Studio Code^® and the GCC ARM Embedded toolchain, for Windows^® 11 or 10.

Currently, PEAK-DevPack supports the following PEAK products: PCAN-GPS FD, PCAN-MicroMod FD, PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation Board, PCAN-MicroMod FD Analog, PCAN-MicroMod FD Digital, PCAN-MicroMod FD ECU, PCAN-Router , PCAN-Router DR, PCAN-Router FD, PCAN-Router Pro, PCAN-Router Pro FD, PCAN-RS-232 en PCAN-RS-232 FD
Examples are included for each of these products.

• Is there a CAN terminating resistor built into the PCAN-MicroMod FD Evaluation Board?

  Yes, a terminating resistor is built in, but it is disabled by default. It can be turned on or off using a small switch by possibly opening the housing.

• Can I order on account?

  Yes, that's definitely possible! Most customers place their orders through a Purchase Order.
  First request a quote and then send the purchase order (PO) by email, simply from your own purchasing system. For first time buyers, we may ask additional questions in order to perform a credit check. Please contact us if you require our company details for registration in the purchasing system.
  
  For security reasons, customers located in, or wishing to ship to, countries outside the Benelux must always pay in advance.

• Why are all prices available upon request?

  The online webshop is still under construction. As soon as it is available, all prices will naturally be visible.

  However, everything is of course available, and we would be happy to inform you about prices and delivery times. Please contact us or give us a call. We have over 30 years of experience with CAN. We are happy to help you and offer you immediate practical advice or support.