Vector GL1020FTE User manual

User Manual

GL1020FTE Avionic Logger

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User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1 Introduction 3

1.1 About this User Manual 4

1.1.1 Certification 5

1.1.2 Warranty 5

1.1.3 Support 5

1.1.4 Trademarks 5

2 GL1020FTE Avionic Logger 7

2.1 General Information 8

3 Start-Up/Commissioning 11

3.1 Hardware Preparation 12

3.1.1 Overview Connectors 12

3.1.2 DSUB25 Pin Assignment 13

3.1.3 Connection Cable 15

3.1.4 Mounting Plate 15

3.2 Software Preparation 16

3.2.1 Overview Configurator Program 16

3.2.2 Installation Vector Logger Configurator 16

3.3 Quick Start 17

3.4 Evaluation Notes 19

4 Functions 21

4.1 Operating Modes 22

4.2 Wake-up / Sleep 22

4.3 LED Display 22

4.4 Analog Inputs 23

4.5 Beep 24

4.6 Storage Media 24

4.7 Real-Time Clock with Battery 24

4.8 Lightning and Overvoltage Protection 24

4.9 Technical Data 26

4.10 Included with Delivery 26

5 Index 27

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Introduction

1 Introduction

In this chapter you find the following information:

1.1 About this User Manual page 4

Certification

Warranty

Support

Trademarks

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Introduction

1.1 About this User Manual

To find information

quickly

The user manual provides you the following access helps:

> At the beginning of each chapter you will find a summary of the contents,

> In the header you can see the current chapter and section,

> In the footer you can see to which version the user manual replies,

> At the end of the user manual you will find an index.

Conventions

In the two following charts you will find the conventions used in the user manual

regarding utilized spellings and symbols.

Style Utilization

bold

Blocks, surface elements, window- and dialog names of the

software. Accentuation of warnings and advices.

[OK] Push buttons in brackets

File

|

Save

Notation for menus and menu entries

Windows Legally protected proper names and side notes.

Source code

File name and source code.

Hyperlink Hyperlinks and references.

<STRG>+<S> Notation for shortcuts.

Symbol Utilization

Here you can find additional information and hints that eases the

work with the GL1020FTE.

This symbol calls your attention to warnings.

Here you can find additional information.

Here is an example that has been prepared for you.

Step-by-step instructions provide assistance at these points.

Instructions on editing files are found at these points.

This symbol warns you not to edit the specified file.

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Introduction

1.1.1 Certification

Certified Quality

Management System

Vector Informatik GmbH has ISO 9001:2008 certification.

The ISO standard is a globally recognized standard.

1.1.2 Warranty

Restriction of

warranty

We reserve the right to modify the contents of the documentation or the software

without notice. Vector disclaims all liabilities for the completeness or correctness of

the contents and for damages which may result from the use of this documentation.

1.1.3 Support

You need support? You can get through to our hotline at the phone number

+49 711 80670-200

or you write an email to suppor[email protected]om.

1.1.4 Trademarks

Protected

trademarks

All brand names in this documentation are either registered or non registered

trademarks of their respective owners.

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2 GL1020FTE Avionic Logger

In this chapter you find the following information:

2.1 General Information page 8

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2.1 General Information

GL1020FTE The data logger GL1020FTE is flight test equipment dedicated to record avionic CAN

bus communication. It is designed for:

> Application in the pressurized fuselage area

> Fulfilling the typical requirements of aircraft EMI

> Protection from indirect lightning effects and other environmental conditions.

The GL1020FTE is a data logger with USB interface which records messages and

analog values on the inserted SD card. This SD card is located in the housing and is

not accessible from the outside. The logger can be configured with the Vector Logger

Configurator. The installation is described in chapter 3.2.2 Installation Vector Logger

Configurator.

Figure 1 – GL1020FTE

Avionic features The GL1020FTE is designed to support the following avionic features:

> Designed for compliance with DO-160E.

> Hardware prevention against influencing the aircraft:

> No sending on the CAN bus

> No acknowledging capabilities

> Short circuit protection

> Protection from indirect lightning effects.

> Protection against dust and humidity.

> Pressure exchange through a semi permeable membrane to prevent humidity

accumulation in the housing.

> Suitable for rough surroundings and resistance against:

> typical acceleration

> operational vibration

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> SD card is not replaceable without opening the housing.

(This improves stability against vibration, shock and acceleration, as well as EMI

compliance)

> Mounting plate with bonding point.

> RF emission and susceptibility according to typical avionic requirements.

> Operational at altitudes up to 36,000 ft.

> Housing in RAL 2004 color.

Logging features The logger provides various logging features like:

> Conditional logging:

Automatic start of logging on power-up or on user defined conditions. Stop

logging on power down or user defined stop conditions. Filter options may be

used to reduce the amount of data recorded.

> Triggered logging:

Trigger on symbolic messages, CAN identifiers or signal values with configurable

pre- and post-trigger times for test campaigns dedicated to detect certain

situations on the bus.

> Very short start-up time:

The logger is designed to keep boot time especially short, in order to record

communication or to be ready for a trigger as soon after startup as possible.

> Configurable LEDs for indication of various conditions.

> Beside CAN traffic, measured values from analog inputs can be stored time-

synchronously.

> Flexible configuration with easy-to-use configuration tool.

> Fast download of the configuration to the logger.

> Fast data upload via USB 2.0 and conversion in multiple data formats (e.g. BLF,

ASC, MS Excel) for offline analysis in CANoe, CANalyzer, vSignalyzer (successor

of CANgraph) or third party tools.

Note: Due to the openings in the housing for the LEDs, leak tightness may not be

guaranteed if the label is damaged.

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Start-Up/Commissioning

3 Start-Up/Commissioning

In this chapter you find the following information:

3.1 Hardware Preparation page 12

Overview Connectors

DSUB25 Pin Assignment

Connection Cable

Mounting Plate

3.2 Software Preparation page 16

Overview Configurator Program

Installation Vector Logger Configurator

3.3 Quick Start page 17

3.4 Evaluation Notes page 19

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Start-Up/Commissioning

3.1 Hardware Preparation

3.1.1 Overview Connectors

Upper side cover This cover contains the following connectors:

> USB connector (with cap) for data transfer between PC and logger. USB cable is

included.

> Membrane for pressure equalization.

Figure 2 – GL1020FTE upper side cover

Under side cover A DSUB25 connector is located at the underside for

> Power supply of the logger.

> Connecting the CAN bus of the aircraft to the logger.

> Connecting analog inputs.

Figure 3 – GL1020FTE under side cover

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3.1.2 DSUB25 Pin Assignment

DSUB25

pin assignment

The pins of the DSUB25 connector have the following meaning. The colors and plugs

refer to the included connection cable.

Pin Pin Description Color Plug (Aircraft)

1

14

2 + 28 VDC Red Red banana plug

15

3 +28 VDC return Black

Brown

Blue

Black banana plug

Black DSUB9, pin 3

Red DSUB9, pin 3

16

4 AnalogIn 1 White Open end

17 AnalogIn 2 Violet Open end

5 AnalogIn 3 Gray/pink Open end

18 AnalogIn 4 Blue/red Open end

6 Signal return Green/white Open end

19

7

20

8

21

9 CAN1_L Green Black DSUB9, pin 2

22 CAN1_H Yellow Black DSUB9, pin 7

10 Optional shielding

23

11

24

12 CAN2_L Gray Red DSUB9, pin 2

25 CAN2_H Pink Red DSUB9, pin 7

13

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Figure 4 – Pin assignment

Caution: It is recommended to connect the logger to the same voltage supply (e.g.

battery of the aircraft) as the aircraft or test equipment, respectively.

If two different voltage supplies are used for the logger and the test equipment, the

ground (28 VDC return resp. GND) pins of the two voltage supplies must be

connected.

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3.1.3 Connection Cable

Connection cable… For evaluation a connection cable with DSUB25 connector is included in delivery. The

cable has the following connections:

…to the logger

Main connector

DSUB25 with metallic cap

…to the aircraft

CAN1

DSUB9 with black cap

CAN2

DSUB9 with red cap

28 VDC

Red banana plug

28 VDC return

Black banana plug

All other wires have open wire ends. If these wires are not used, it is recommended to

terminate them. This prevents short circuits between the open wires. At the same time

the EMC properties are improved.

3.1.4 Mounting Plate

Mounting plate The logger is equipped with a mounting plate on its rear side. The plate can be used

to mount the logger in the appropriate place in the aircraft.

Bonding point

One hole of the mounting plate is stripped for use as bonding point.

It is highly recommend connecting this bonding with the ground (GND) of the aircraft

structure. High currents can be dissipated to earth in this way.

Housing

Figure 5 – Mounting plate with bonding point

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Start-Up/Commissioning

3.2 Software Preparation

3.2.1 Overview Configurator Program

Configuration

program

The Vector Logger Configurator is included in delivery. This instruction describes the

installation of this configuration program containing:

> Vector Logger Configurator

> Online help for the Logger Configurator

> User manual for the Logger Configurator

> This user manual

Overview

The Vector Logger Configurator is a graphical user interface and offers a wide range

of features to easily create configurations for the logger. It also supports the download

of the configuration and the upload of logging data including the export to different file

formats.

Operating systems The following software requirements must be fulfilled to run the Vector Logger

Configurator:

> Windows 7 / Windows 8.1 (32/64 Bit)

> Windows 10 (64 bit)

Reference: The Vector Logger Configurator is described in detail in the user manual

of this configuration program. The user manual is available as PDF and can be

opened via the program group in the start menu.

3.2.2 Installation Vector Logger Configurator

Setup

The Vector Logger Configurator is installed as follows.

1. Execute the setup, which is found on the installation

CD: .\VLConfig\Setup.exe

2. Please, follow the instructions in the setup program to complete the installation.

2. After successful installation, the Vector Logger Configurator can be found in the

start menu (if selected during installation).

User Manual GL1020FTE Avionic Logger Start-Up/Commissioning

3.3 Quick Start

Quick start Follow the instructions below to configure the logger, start logging and read out

logging data.

Configuration

1. Start the program Vector Logger Configurator.

2. Open a new configuration via the menu File|New Project…. Select in the

displayed dialog the logger type GL1020FTE.

3. Select suitable baud rates for each CAN channel (Hardware|CAN Channels).

4. Select the timeout to sleep mode (Hardware|Settings).

5. Configure the logger for a permanent logging of all data from switching on to

switching off of the logger by activating the Permanent long-term logging option

in Logging|Triggers.

6. Connect the logger to the PC via USB cable. If the logger is not automatically

detected, press <F5> to refresh the display of connected logger devices.

7. Download the configuration via menu Configuration|Write to Device….

8. Set the real-time clock via menu Device|Set Real-Time Clock… (recommended

before first logging). Afterwards the logger is automatically switched off.

9. Disconnect the logger from the PC.

Recording

10. Connect the logger to the CAN bus and power supply via the DSUB25 connector

of your test system or aircraft. Switch power on via connecting cable on DSUB25.

The logger has to be supplied by 28 VDC also via this cable. Make sure that the

logger and your system is supplied by the same voltage supply. Otherwise the

ground pins has to be connected.

Note: Usage with one ECU or CANoe as test system

Make sure that at least 2 real ECUs or 2 simulated CAN channels (CANoe) are

connected to the logger to obtain the acknowledge on the CAN bus. Make sure

that the CAN bus is terminated by 2x 120 Ω.

Note: Usage with original target system

It is preconditioned that the target system contains at least 2 ECUs due to the

acknowledge on the CAN bus as well as the required termination. Therefore the

logger can be connected without additional precautions.

11. After power on logging is started. LED1 flashes permanently (This is a standard

setting for new configurations. It can be configured otherwise).

12. Stop logging either by switching off CAN and wait until the logger goes to sleep

mode (LED1 must be off) or by connecting the logger via USB to a Laptop (USB

LED is permanently on).

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Data Upload

13. Start the Vector Logger Configurator again.

14. Connect the logger to the PC via USB cable.

15. Open the File Manager node in the tree view.

16. Click on Logger Device. Now the logging files are displayed.

17. Select in the General Settings the destination folder and the format for the

converted files.

18. Select in the Advanced Settings the options for conversion.

19. Click on the [Convert] button to start the readout and conversion of all data. The

files will be located in <Destination folder>/< Destination

subdirectory>.

Note: The logger deletes the file system on the SD card on start of logging mode if it

exists. The logger uses its own file system that cannot be seen in the Windows

Explorer. It is required to use the Vector Logger Configurator to download a

configuration and upload logging files.

Windows 7 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 10: After connecting the logger a message is

displayed whether the memory card in Drive x shall be formatted. Always cancel this

message to keep your data.

Read device

information

The Vector Logger Configurator reads out hardware information from the logger like

hardware configuration, serial number, firmware version, free memory space, number

of logging files.

Connect the GL1020FTE via USB and select the item File Manager|Device

Information in the list view on the left hand side.

Screenshot

Figure 6 – Overview of connected device

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