VECTOR GL3400 Data Logger Instruction Manual
- June 15, 2024
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GL3400 Data Logger
Manual
Version 1.1
GL3400 Data Logger
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Introduction
In this chapter you find the following information:
1.1 About this User Manual
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 soft- |
ware. Accentuation of warnings and advices.
[OK] Push buttons in brackets
File Save Notation for menus and menu entries
Source Code| File name and source code.
Hyperlink| Hyperlinks and references.
1.1.1 Warranty
Restriction of warranty
We reserve the right to change the contents of the documentation and the
software without notice. Vector Informatics GmbH assumes no liability for
correct contents or damages which are resulted from the usage of the
documentation. We are grateful for references to mistakes or for suggestions
for improvement to be able to offer you even more efficient products in the
future.
1.1.2 Registered Trademarks
Registered trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this documentation and if necessary third party
registered are absolutely subject to the conditions of each valid label right
and the rights of particular registered proprietor. All trademarks, trade
names or company names are or can be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their particular proprietors. All rights which are not expressly allowed are
reserved. If an explicit label of trademarks, which are used in this
documentation, fails, should not mean that a name is free of third party
rights.
► Windows, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 are trademarks of
the Microsoft Corporation.
1.2 Important Notes
1.2.1 Safety Instructions and Hazard Warnings
Caution!
In order to avoid personal injuries and damage to property, you have to read
and understand the following safety instructions and hazard warnings prior to
installation and use of the loggers. Keep this documentation (manual) always
near the logger.
1.2.1.1 Proper Use and Intended Purpose
Caution!
The loggers are measuring devices which are used in the automotive and
commercial vehicles industries. The loggers are designed for gathering and
recording data of the bus communication, for analyzing and possibly
controlling electronic control units. This includes, inter alia, bus systems
like CAN, LIN, MOST and Flex Ray.
The loggers may only be operated in a closed state. In particular, printed
circuits must not be visible. The loggers may only be operated according to
the instructions and descriptions of this manual. Only suitable accessories
should be used, such as the original Vector accessories or accessories
approved by Vector.
The loggers are exclusively designed for use by skilled personnel as its
operation may result in serious personal injuries and damage to property.
Therefore, only those persons may operate the loggers who (i) have understood
the possible effects of the actions which may be caused by the loggers; (ii)
are specifically trained in the handling with the loggers, bus systems and the
system intended to be influenced; and (iii) have sufficient experience in
using the loggers safely. The logger specific information can be acquired via
the specific manuals as well as from the Vector Knowledgebase at
www.vector.com. Please consult the Vector
Knowledgebase for updated information prior to the operation of the loggers.
The knowledge necessary for the bus systems used, can be acquired in
workshops and internal or external seminars offered by Vector.
1.2.1.2 Hazards
Caution!
The loggers may control and/or otherwise influence the behavior of electronic
control units. Serious hazards for life, body and property may arise, in
particular, without limitation, by interventions in safety relevant systems
(e.g. by deactivating or otherwise manipulating the engine management,
steering, airbag and/or braking system) and/or if the loggers are operated in
public areas (e.g. public traffic). Therefore, you must always ensure that the
loggers are used in a safe manner. This includes, inter alia, the ability to
put the system in which the loggers are used into a safe state at any time
(e.g. by „emergency shutdown“), in particular, without limitation, in the
event of errors or hazards.
Comply with all safety standards and public regulations which are relevant for
the operation of the system. Before you operate the system in public areas, it
should be tested on a site which is not accessible to the public and
specifically prepared for performing test drives in order to reduce hazards.
1.2.2 Disclaimer
Caution!
Claims based on defects and liability claims against Vector are excluded to
the extent damages or errors are caused by improper use of the loggers or use
not according to its intended purpose. The same applies to damages or errors
arising from insufficient training or lack of experience of personnel using
the loggers.
1.2.3 Disposal of Vector Hardware
**** Please handle old devices responsibly and observe the environmental laws
applicable in your country. Please dispose of the Vector hardware only at the
designated places and not with the household waste.
Within the European Community, the Directive on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE Directive) and the Directive on the Restriction of
the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(RoHS Directive) apply.
For Germany and other EU countries, we offer free take-back of old Vector
hardware. Please carefully check the Vector hardware to be disposed of before
shipping.
Please remove all items that are not part of the original scope of delivery,
e.g. storage media. The Vector hardware must also be free of licenses and must
no longer contain any personal data. Vector does not perform any checks in
this regard. Once the hardware has been shipped, it cannot be returned to you.
By shipping the hardware to us, you have relinquished your rights to the
hardware.
Before shipping, please register your old device via:
https://www.vector.com/int/en/support-downloads/return-registration-for-the-
disposal-of-vector-hardware/
GL3400 Logger
In this chapter you find the following information:
2.1 General Information
2.1.1 Scope of delivery
Included
► 1x GL3400 logger
► 1x Power supply socket with hoods and contacts
► 1x D-SUB plug set (2x 25 pin, 1x 50-pin)
► 1x Hard disk cartridge
► 1x Switch Box E2T2L (2 pushbuttons, 2 LEDs)
► 1x USB cable
► 1x DVD
– Vector Logger Suite
– Vector Logging Exporter
– G.i.N. Configuration Program
– Base version of Multi-Logger ML Server
– Manuals
2.1.2 Optional Accessories
Optional hardware and software
► LTE Router RV50X (external module)
► SSD (must be ordered from Vector)
► Disc Reader for fast readout of logging data from an SSD
► CCP/XCP license for CAN and Ethernet
► Online Transfer License for data transmission to ML Server
► License for Host CAM/F44 (logger-based or camera-based)
► vlogger Cloud as easy-to-use infrastructure for logging data in the cloud
Reference
Information on available accessories can be found in the appendix in section
Accessories on page 35.
2.2 Note for GL3000 Family Users
Caution!
The GL3400 has the familiar D-SUB connectors for connecting CAN, LIN, analog
and digital inputs. In contrast to the older GL3000 loggers, the power supply
and KL15 are connected via the new power connector. Due to the additional
connector as well as additional LIN channels and serial interfaces, there are
occasionally different pin assignments.
If you want to use an existing GL3000 / GL3100 / GL3200 cable for the GL3400,
please note that you may only connect the existing cable for the main
connector
(D-SUB50) to the GL3400 under the following conditions:
► Pin 16 must not be connected to voltage (ignition/KL15).
► Pin 17 must not be connected to K-Line
Ignoring the different pin assignments may result in a defective GL3400.
The following table describes the different pin assignments of the main
connector.
When using an existing GL3000 / GL3100 / GL3200 cable on the GL3400, unused
connections must be disconnected.
Pin | GL3400 | GL3000 Family |
---|---|---|
16 | UART1 Tx | KL15 |
17 | UART1 Rx | K-Line |
22…29 | Not applicable | CANx Vat, Can GND |
47 | LIN 6 | CAN 9 High |
48 | LIN 6 Vbatt | CAN 9 Low |
49 | UART4 Tx | UART2 Tx |
50 | UART4 Rx | UART2 Rx |
2.3 Overview
CAN FD/LIN data logger
The GL3400 is a data logger that logs communication of CAN, CAN FD, LIN
channels as well as analog measurement values. The data is stored on a Solid
State Disk(SSD).
The configuration of the logger is done with the Vector Logger Suite or the
G.i.N.
Configuration Program. The installation is described in section Vector Logger
Suite on page 31.
Figure 1: GL3400
Main features
The logger offers the following main features:
► 8x CAN FD channel
► 6x LIN channel
► 4x digital input
► 4x digital output
► 6x analog input
► 4x programmable key
► 1x OLED display
► 5x programmable LED
► 1x USB host connector
► 1x USB device connector
► 5x 1 Grit Ethernet, including managed switch for connecting external devices
2.4 Front Side
Device connectors
► Slot for removable SSD
The logger supports a removable SSD (512 GB or 1 TB, 2.5 inch SATA Solid State
Disk) which is available as Vector accessory. The SSD is fixed on a cartridge.
The SSD slot is located behind the front flap which can be unlocked and
opened. For read out, an eSATAp port at the computer and an optional eSATAp
connection cable are required. If no eSATAp port is available, you can use an
USB-eSATAp adapter. The SSD can also be read out via logger’s USB con- nector
or via the Disc Reader which is available as accessory (high data rates).
Note
While the logger is switched on, the SSD must not be removed until the LED
behind the flap is off. While the LED is red, it is not allowed to remove the
SSD as the logger closes the log files and shuts down the operating system
properly during this time.
Note
The SSD has to be FAT32 or exFAT formatted. exFAT is recommend as it is
optimized for SSDs.
For a proper use of the SSD with exFAT format in the logger, it must be
formatted with the Vector Logger Suite. After formatting, the SSD has the
volume label “GINLOGHDDEX”. Please do not change the volume label, otherwise
the SSD will not be recognized by the logger.
The total storage capacity of an exFAT formatted SSD is reduced to 90 %. The
remaining 10 % are used for optimization of the write performance.
Please note that the exFAT formatted SSD cannot be used in the other loggers
of the GL3000/GL4000 family.
In case of FAT32 format, the maximum cluster size of 64 Kbyte is recommended
for optimum speed. When formatting manually, the volume label must be set to
“GINLOGHDD”, otherwise the SSD will not be recognized by the logger.
► USB 1 (type B)
Use this connector to read out the inserted SSD or to write a new
configuration via the computer. Therefore, the logger will be switched to USB
mode. To switch into the USB mode, the logger must be connected to an external
voltage supply.
The USB connection is not sufficient.
In Windows, the logger is shown as a USB drive (similar to USB hard disks).
The Vector Logger Suite identifies the logger as device and displays
additional information in Device Information.
Step by Step Procedure
If the logger is in logging mode, connect the logger with the computer as
follows:
- Check if the logger is already in logging mode. The display shows Record and the LEDs lit as configured.
- First, connect the USB cable to the computer (USB connector type A).
- Then, connect the USB cable with the USB device connector (USB connector type B) at the front panel.
- Wait until the display shows Stop Rec and USB Mode. The LEDs show a running light from the right to the left.
If logging data is still written to the SSD, the waiting time will be extended
respectively.
If you connect the logger via USB before rebooting, the logger switches to USB
mode after about 40 seconds.
Note
Do not remove the SSD while the logger is in USB mode!
Step by Step Procedure
Please proceed as follows to disconnect USB:
- In the Vector Logger Suite, open the module Logging Data and eject the logger with the menu from . Disconnect the logger from USB.
- Then, disconnect the USB cable from the logger.
- The logger will switch off. During this time, the display shows Shutdown.
- In case of remaining bus traffic on the CAN busses, the logger awakes immediately.
► USB 2 (type A)
Reserved. Do not use.
► Keypads 1…4
The keypads can be used to navigate through the menu or individually
configured, for example as trigger.
► Keypad MENU
Use this keypad to open the main menu or to accept (enter) a menu selection.
More information on the keypad functions can be found in section Navigation on
page 42.
► LED 1…5
These LEDs offer a visual feedback for active measurements and can be
individually configured.
► Display
The logger features a 3 x 16 characters OLED display for messages. The display
is freely programmable and can be used for any text output, e. g. capital and
small letters, numbers or some special characters.
It is also used to display the menu and commands (e. g. Update Dispatcher).
More information can be found in section Commands on page 42.
2.5 Back Side
Device connectors
► AUX
The two 5-pin plug connections (Binder type 711) AUX are intended for the
connection of the following logger accessories:
– LOGview (external display)
– Switch Box CAS1T3L (with one button, three LEDs and one sound)
– Switch Box CASM2T3L (with two buttons, three LEDs, one sound, and microphone
for voice recording)
– VoCAN (for voice recording and output)
The pin assignment on the logger is as follows:
Pin | Description |
---|---|
1 | + 5 V |
2 | GND |
3 | CAN High |
4 | CAN Low |
5 | Vbat |
Note
If additional devices are supplied through the AUX interface, the supply
voltage of the logger must not exceed the supply voltage range of the
connected additional device. High voltage will destroy the accessory.
The AUX connections are internally wired to CAN9 that is not accessible from
the outside. This channel is always equipped with a high-speed transceiver
without wake-up capability.
► Event
This connector is used for the Switch Box E2T2L, which is included in the
scope of delivery. The buttons and the LEDs are freely programmable. The
buttons can be used as manual trigger or event.
The pin assignment on the logger is as follows:
Pin | Description |
---|---|
1 | Not connected |
2 | V+ |
3 | A |
4 | B |
5 | GND |
► Ethernet EP1…EP5
1 Gbit Ethernet ports to connect accessories like:
– Network cameras HostCAM and F44
– up to two VX modules
► Power
Power connector for voltage supply and KL15/ignition.
Pin | Name | Description |
---|---|---|
1 | GND Sense | Reference ground for terminal 30 Sense. |
2 | KL30Sense | Measuring voltage for terminal 30 Sense. |
3 | KL15 | Ignition, wakes the data logger, on clamp 15 (connected with Analog |
In 6).
4| –| Reserved.
5| –| Reserved.
A1| KL31 (GND)| Supplies the data logger, on terminal 31.
A2| KL30 (VCC)| Supplies the data logger, on terminal 30 (connected with
Analog In 5).
The supplementary KL15 line (pin 3) can be used to wake up the data logger
from sleep mode, in the same way a CAN message wakes up a wake-up capable
transceiver on a bus.
If the data logger is powered via terminal 30 (VCC), KL15 can be connected to
clamp 15 so the device is woken up immediately after switching on the ignition
even if there is no activity on the wake-up-capable buses or if such buses are
not yet connected. The applied voltage on this line can be queried using
Analog In 6. When using longer cables to connect the data logger, the voltage
drops off on the Terminal 30 and the GND line due to the operating current. As
a result, a lower voltage than the actual wiring system voltage is measured
with Analog In 5. To prevent this, the KL30Sense and GND Sense pins must be
connected close to the wiring system voltage. Analog In 5 then measures the
voltage at these pins.
Caution!
It is recommended to connect the logger to the same voltage supply (e. g.
battery of the vehicle) as the vehicle or test equipment, respectively. If two
different voltage supplies are used for the logger and the test equipment, the
ground (GND) pins of the two voltage supplies must be connected.
► Analog inputs/UART2 (D-SUB25 male)
The pin assignment is as follows:
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Analog In 7 + | 14 | Analog In 7 – |
2 | Analog In 8 + | 15 | Analog In 8 – |
3 | Analog In 9 + | 16 | Analog In 9 – |
4 | Analog In 10 + | 17 | Analog In 10 – |
5 | Analog In 11 + | 18 | Analog In 11 – |
6 | Analog In 12 + | 19 | Analog In 12 – |
7 | Analog In 13 + | 20 | Analog In 13 – |
8 | Analog In 14 + | 21 | Analog In 14 – |
9 | Reserved | 22 | Reserved |
10 | 5 V (out) | 23 | UART2 Rx |
11 | UART2 Tx | 24 | Reserved |
12 | RS232LinuxTx | 25 | RS232LinuxRx |
13 | GND | – | – |
Externally connected devices can be supplied with 5 V through pin 10. The
voltage supply at this pin is switched off with a switch if the logger is in
sleep mode or standby mode. This output can supply currents up to 1 A.
The Linux interface is not required in logging mode. It can be used for
diagnosis of the data logger when specific errors occur. This requires a
terminal or a computer with terminal emulation to be connected to this socket.
The pin assignment for this connection is as follows:
D-SUB9 (to computer) Pin | Assignment (Analog Plug) |
---|---|
2 | RS232LinuxTx |
3 | RS232LinuxRx |
5 | GND |
► Digital input/output (D-SUB25 female)
The pin assignment is as follows:
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
2 | Digital Out 1 | 14 | Digital In 1 |
3 | Digital Out 2 | 15 | Digital In 2 |
4 | Digital Out 3 | 16 | Digital In 3 |
5 | Digital Out 4 | 17 | Digital In 4 |
10 | Reserved | 23 | Digital Out GND |
11 | Reserved | 24 | Digital Out GND |
12 | Reserved | – | – |
A digital output can be used to operate e. g. external hardware.
The digital output pins use so-called low side switches, i. e., when an output
is activated, it will be connected through to Digital Out GND. The load to be
switched must therefore be connected between the respective Digital Out and
the vehicle voltage.
The two Digital Out GND pins are connected to one another internally and are
used to divert possible high currents that could flow in on the digital
output.
For high currents, the ground Digital Out GND must be connected to the vehicle
ground (GND at power plug).
► Main plug (D-SUB50 male)
The main plug offers several features. The pin assignment is as follows:
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
6 | CAN 1 High | 7 | CAN 1 Low |
8 | CAN 2 High | 9 | CAN 2 Low |
10 | CAN 3 High | 11 | CAN 3 Low |
12 | CAN 4 High | 13 | CAN 4 Low |
39 | CAN 5 High | 40 | CAN 5 Low |
41 | CAN 6 High | 42 | CAN 6 Low |
43 | CAN 7 High | 44 | CAN 7 Low |
45 | CAN 8 High | 46 | CAN 8 Low |
LIN 1…6
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
14 | LIN 1 | 30 | LIN 1 Vbatt |
15 | LIN 2 | 31 | LIN 2 Vbatt |
1 | LIN 3 | 2 | LIN 3 Vbatt |
34 | LIN 4 | 35 | LIN 4 Vbatt |
37 | LIN 5 | 38 | LIN 5 Vbatt |
47 | LIN 6 | 48 | LIN 6 Vbatt |
LIN frames can be recorded with the internal LIN channels. The sending of LIN
frames is not supported on these channels. A LINprobe X is required for this
purpose and is available as a logger accessory.
The LIN channels are supplied with maximum 12 V from the supply voltage of the
data logger. If the reference voltage for a LIN channel is higher than 12 V,
this voltage (e. g. 24 V) must be applied to the according LIN Vbat pins. In
all other cases, the LIN Vbat pins are not connected. It is recommended to
connect also GND as ground supply beside the LIN pins.
Analog input 1…4
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
18 | Analog In 1 | 19 | Analog In 2 |
20 | Analog In 3 | 21 | Analog In 4 |
GND
Pin | Assignment |
---|---|
3 | GND Sense |
4 | GND |
5 | GND |
The two GND pins 4/5 on the main plug and the GND pin on the analog plug are
connected to one another internally. In case of increased current consumption
and/or a small cable diameter, it is recommended connecting both pins.
If the cables to the logger are long, the voltage drops off on terminal KL30
line and the GND line due to the operating current. As a result, a minimally
lower voltage than the actual wiring system voltage is measured with Analog In
5. To prevent this, the KL30Sense and GND Sense pins can be connected close to
the wiring system voltage. Analog In 5 then measures the voltage at these
pins.
UART 1, 3, 4
Pin | Assignment | Pin | Assignment |
---|---|---|---|
16 | UART1 Tx | 17 | UART1 Rx |
32 | UART3 Tx | 33 | UART3 Rx |
49 | UART4 Tx | 50 | UART4 Rx |
For recording and transmitting data, the serial interfaces of the logger can
be used. The baud rate of the interface can be set. Received data can be
stored as CAN messages. The serial interfaces cannot be used to load a
configuration or to read out logging data.
Note
Please note that pins 16 and 17 of the GL3400 main connector have a different
function than on the older GL3000 family. Ignoring the different pin
assignments can lead to a defective device.
Pin | GL3400 | GL3000 family |
---|---|---|
16 | UART1 Tx | KL15 |
17 | UART1 Rx | K-Line |
2.6 Technical Data
CAN channels| 8x CAN High-Speed/CAN FD
– CAN: up to 1 Mbit/s
– CAN FD: up to 5 Mbit/s
– Wake-up capability
---|---
LIN channels| Max. 6
– Transceiver TJA1021
– Wake-up capability
Analog inputs| 6x (single-ended)
– Input 1…4: freely available
– Input 5: connected with KL30 (VCC) (Pin A2 at power connector)
– Input 6: connected with KL15 (Pin 3 at power connector)
– Voltage range: 0 V … 32 V
– Resolution input 1…4: 10 bit
– Resolution input 5/6: 12 bit
– Precision: 1 % ± 300 mV
– Sampling rate: Max. 1 kHz
– Type: Single-ended to GNDSense, uni- polar
– Input resistance (to GND): 515.6 kOhm
Reverse-polarity protection: None
Digital inputs| 4x
– Voltage range: 0 V … Vbat
– Sampling rate: 1 kHz
– Low level: < 2.3 V
– High level: ≥ 3.1 V
– State unwired input: Low (FALSE)
– Input resistance: 100 kOhm
Digital outputs| 4x
– Voltage range: 0 V … Vbat
– Load current: Max. 0.5 A (Short-circuit protection circuit: 0 V … 36 V)
– Input resistance (on-resistance): 0.5 Ohm
– Leakage current: 1 µA
– Circuit time: 50 µs
USB| 2.0
Ethernet| 5x 1 Gbit interface
Extras| Real-time clock
Start-up time| Max. 40 ms
Battery| Lithium primary cell, CR 2/3 AA type Lithium primary cell,
BR2032 type
Power supply| 7 V…50 V, typ. 12 V
Power consumption| Typ. 10.3 W @ 12 V
Typ. 60 W @ 12 V (AUX+)
Current consumption| Operation: typ. 860 mA Sleep mode: < 2 mA Standby
mode: 180 mA
All data in each case with 12 V.
At startup higher current consumption possible.
Temperature range| -40 °C…+70 °C
---|---
Dimensions (LxWxH)| Approx. 290 mm x 80 mm x 212 mm
Operating system requirements| Windows 10 (64 bit)
Windows 11 (64 bit)
First Steps
In this chapter you find the following information:
3.1 Note for GL3000 Family Users
Note
Please be sure to observe the notes on cabling in section Note for GL3000
Family Users on page 13.
3.2 Switching the Logger On/Off
3.2.1 General Information
Logger start
After starting the logger, the full functionality is guaranteed. The following
restrictions in the first few seconds are to be considered:
► No connection to the camera (HostCAM, F44)
► No mobile connection
► Saving to the SSD hard disk is not possible
► Monitoring mode with CANoe/CANalyzer not possible
► At most, two trigger events are possible for each ring buffer. After a
second trigger event no further data can be recorded within this time, since
copying from the triggered ring buffer to the SSD hard disk is not possible.
► For long time recording, the size of the ring buffer should be set to fit
the recorded data.
3.2.2 Manual Switching
► The logger is switched on by applying the supply voltage.
► The logger is shut down and switched off by opening the front access panel.
After opening the front access panel, the display shows Door opened and then
Stop Rec. During the following shutdown of the logger and the writing of the
logging files from RAM to SSD, Shutdown is displayed. During all these steps a
running light from right to left is displayed by the LEDs. If the display is
off, the logger is shut down.
► The SSD can be removed after the red LED is off.
► Depending on the configuration, bus activity after the shutdown can wake up
the logger immediately.
Note
The logger must not be switched off by disconnecting the voltage. By
interrupting the voltage supply, files are closed and the operating system
shuts down properly.
The logging data in the RAM gets lost.
3.2.3 Automatic Switching
Power management
For permanent use in vehicles, the loggers are permanently connected to the
vehicle battery. Due to the sleep-/wake functionality, the logger will be
switched on and off automatically by bus activity. This implements an
effective power management with very quick start times without stressing the
vehicle battery in idle times (e. g. during night).
Sleep mode
The logger can be configured to switch to sleep mode automatically if no
CAN or LIN message was received within a defined time. This time can be
defined in the configuration program (maximum 18,000 s = 5 hours). In sleep
mode, LED2 flashes every 2 seconds. The sleep mode has a very low current
consumption of less than 2 mA.
Wake-up
The logger wakes up from sleep mode:
► after reception of a CAN message
► after reception of a LIN message
► positive edge on the wake-up line (clamp 15)
► wake-up timer via real-time clock
After wake-up, messages will be recorded after maximum 40 Ms.
3.2.4 Behavior in Case of Power Failure
Power supply
In case of an unexpected power failure, the logger is able to close the
file system of the SSD and shut down the operating system in an orderly
manner. The logger has a short-term buffering of the supply for this purpose.
However, this is not sufficient for saving the open ring buffers in the RAM.
If the power failure occurs too short after the logger start and therefore the
buffer could not be fully charged, the orderly shutdown of the operating
system is not guaranteed. In extreme case, this can cause damage to the
operating system. The same applies to unstable power supply and frequent
short-time power failures.
3.3 Vector Logger Suite
3.3.1 General Information
Overview
Vector Logger Suite enables the configuration of all loggers of the GL Logger
family and offers a wide range of settings. You may set baud rates for CAN FD
and LIN, define triggers and filters, set LEDs and manage logging files on the
storage media.
Furthermore for the CAN bus diagnostics and CCP/XCP can be configured. For
CCP/XCP the logger needs an installed license. For Seed & Key CANape is
required. Vector Logger Suite also supports trigger and filter by symbolic
names defined in CAN and LIN databases.
Main features are:
► Customizable filters for CAN FD and LIN messages
► Customizable triggers
► Support of CAN databases (DBC) and LIN databases (LDF)
► Support of AUTOSAR description files (ARXML), version 3.0 to 4.4
► Diagnostic support
► File management
► CCP/XCP (optional)
Requirements
The following software requirements must be fulfilled to run the Vector Logger
Suite: Windows 10 (64 bit) or Windows 11 (64 bit)
Reference
The Vector Logger Suite 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 Vector Logger Suite program group in the start menu.
3.3.2 Quick Start
3.3.2.1 Installation
Step by Step Procedure
The Vector Logger Suite can be installed as a 64 bit program as follows:
- Execute the setup, which is found on the installation DVD: .\VLSuite\Setup_VLSuite_64Bit.exe.
- Please, follow the instructions in the setup program to complete the installation.
- After successful installation, the Vector Logger Suite can be found in the start menu (if selected during installation).
- Also install the basic software e. g. for wireless transmission. The software can be found on the installation DVD under .\MLtools\setup.exe.
3.3.2.2 Configuring the Logger
Step by Step Procedure
Follow the instructions below to configure the logger with an SSD, start long-
term logging and read out logging data.
-
Start the program.
-
Create a new project in the backstage via New Project…. In the displayed dialog, select the logger type.
-
Select suitable baud rates for CAN and/or LIN (Hardware | CAN Channels and/or Hardware | LIN Channels), respectively.
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Select the timeout to sleep mode (value > 0) in Hardware | Settings.
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Connect the logger via USB to your computer, power it up and wait until the display shows USB Mode.
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Load the configuration via Configuration | Write to Device… on the connected logger.
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Open the module Logging Data and eject the logger with the menu from . Disconnect the logger from USB.
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Connect the logger e. g. to your test system (CAN bus). During the configuration update, the logger starts up first and displays approx. 30 s Record and afterwards approx. 30 s Update in progress. After a successful update Update finished is displayed for three seconds. As soon as Record is displayed again, the new configuration is active.
Note
During update, the logger must not be disconnected from the power supply.
Please allow up to 5 minutes for extensive firmware updates (e. g. including Linux update). -
The logger then starts the configuration and the data logging. LED1 flashes continuously (default setting for a new configuration, LED 1 configurable).
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Open the module Logging Data.
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Stop recording by connecting the logger to your computer via USB. Wait until the display shows USB Mode.
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The data from the logger is automatically displayed if the Measurement Selection list was empty before. Otherwise click on Backstage and select the logger from the Attached Hardware list.
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Click on Destination Format and select the file format (e. g. BLF logging file) and further settings.
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Click on File Storage and select the target directory and further settings.
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Click on Export to initiate the readout of the logging data and the automatic conversion to the selected file format. The files will be stored in a new subfolder (Destination Subdirectory) of the target directory.
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Eject the logger with the menu from . Disconnect the logger from USB.
3.3.2.3 Setting the Real-Time Clock
Step by Step Procedure
The following example describes how to set the date and the time of the
logger.
Before delivery the logger is set to CET.
- Connect the logger via USB to your computer.
- Start the logger (if it is not switched on yet) by supplying power. Wait until the display shows USB Mode. The logger must be switched on during the whole procedure.
- Start the Vector Logger Suite. Make sure a configuration for GL3400 is active.
- Select Device | Set Real-Time Clock…. The current computer system-time is displayed.
- With [Set] the current computer system-time is set in the logger. The logger is then automatically ejected.
Appendix
In this chapter you find the following information:
4.1 Accessories
4.1.1 Cameras Host CAM and F44
Overview
The logger supports the logging of color pictures via the network cameras
HostCAM (P1214_E) and F44. Therefore, the cameras must be connected to one of
the Ethernet ports EP1 to EP5 on the back of the logger. The cameras can be
configured directly in the Vector Logger Suite. For logging of the color
pictures, a camera license must be installed either on the logger or the
camera. Please note that the licenses cannot be transferred.
You can find further information on configuring and connecting the camera in
the HostCAM/HostCAMF44 user manual.
Note
► The simultaneous operation of more than four HostCAMs or of more than four
sensor units of the F44 camera is not recommended due to performance reasons.
► If multiple cameras are triggered simultaneously, the storage of recorded
bus data to the SSD may be delayed during the image transmission. That may
lead to a temporary impossibility to record any bus data.
► A Factory Reset at the HostCAM and F44 via web interface removes the camera
license. Afterwards, the license has to be reinstalled. Please perform a
Factory Reset (if required) by using the Hostname Setup from the Vector Logger
Suite. A previously installed license file is retained.
4.1.2 Miscellaneous Accessories
► CANgps/CANgps 5 Hz for recording the vehicle position via GPS
► LINprobe as extension of the LIN channels
► VoCAN for voice recording and voice output (1 button, 4 LEDs and signal
tone)
► CASM2T3L for voice recording (2 buttons, 3 LEDs and signal tone)
► CAS1T3L (1 button, 3 LEDs and signal tone)
► LOGview for displaying signal and status information
► VX1060 for read-out of ECU-internal signals via XCP on Ethernet
► CAN and ECAT measurement modules for advanced measurement technology
4.2 Miscellaneous Features
4.2.1 Beep
Speaker
The logger has a speaker that acoustically alerts the user e.g. in case of a
trigger.
Triggers and beep can be defined using the configuration program.
4.2.2 Real-Time Clock and Battery
General information
The logger has an internal real-time clock, which is battery supplied, and
thus continues running even if the logger is disconnected from power supply.
The real-time clock inside the logger is required to store the date and time
together with the logged data. It is recommended to set the real-time clock
before first logging.
Primray cells
The logger has two Lithium primary cells:
► For supply of the real-time clock (type designation: BR2032). This battery
has a typical durability of approximately 5 to 10 years under the following
conditions:
– T = +40 °C … +80 °C for at most 40 hours per week
– T = -40 °C … +40 °C in the rest of the time
► For the maintaining of the classification data (type designation: CR 2/3
AA). This battery has a typical durability of approximately 4 to 7 years under
the following conditions:
– T = +40 °C to +70 °C for at most 40 hours per week
– T = -40 °C to +40 °C in the rest of the time
Replacing battery
The batteries may only be replaced by Vector Informatic GmbH. For more
information, please contact the Vector Support.
4.3 System Messages
System start
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
Welcome to GL3400 Header Revision HI.LO hh:mm:ss dd: mm: yyyy | 1 s |
Information about revision and time/d- ate.
Welcome to GL3400 Header Revision HI.LO Dispatcher Version HI.LO| 1 s|
Information about revision and dispatcher firmware.
System update
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
Update in progress: 1/14 Keep device powered on! | – | Update of firmware, |
configuration, Linux files etc. (step 1 of 14).
Update finished| 3 s| Update successful.
Events
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
~ Door Opened! | 500 ms | Protective cover opened. |
~ Door Closed! | 500 ms | Protective cover closed. |
~ Leaving Menu Mode | 2 s | The menu mode was exited by pressing left or by the |
menu item “Exit Menu”.
~ Device Shutdown now| 2 s| Linux CPU finished the shutdown process. The
device enters to sleep mode.
~ Waiting for Logger| 2 s| Dispatcher waits for a shutdown message from logger
CPU before switching to sleep mode.
~ Reboot Device| 2 s| Logger reboots instead of switching to sleep mode.
~ Linux CPU started| 2 s| Linux CPU is ready.
~ Logger CPU started| 2 s| Logger CPU is ready.
~ Wakeup from CAN1| 2 s| Display the wakeup source sent from the logger CPU.
The following wakeup sources are known:
– CAN1 … CAN8
– LIN1 … LIN6
– AUX
~ Wakeup from 2 Sources CAN1 CAN2| 2 s| Display the wakeup source sent from
the logger CPU when multiple sources actively wakeup the system
simultaneously.
~ Power Cycle requested| 2 s| Logger requested power cycle of logger/prolonger
voltage.
~ Linux Version too old!| 500 ms every 5 s| Linux version is too old that it
causes compatibility problems.
~ ADC is not working!| 2 s| Dispatcher does not get any new ADC values anymore
and tries a recovery, otherwise it goes to sleep mode.
~ Restarted Display| 2 s| Display is reinitialized after an error has been
detected.
~ SSD not usable| 2 s| Linux has requested a system shut- down because the SSD
is not functioning.
Events
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
~ Fallback COD broken! | 2 s | Linux has requested system shutdown because the |
fallback COD is not useable
~ Config Inconsistency!| 2 s| Linux has requested system shutdown because the
COD is corrupt or incompatible.
~ Infrastructure Error!| 2 s| Linux has requested system shutdown due to an
unexpected error.
~ Linux Error (generic)!| 2 s| Linux has requested system shutdown because the
Linux software is defect.
~ Logger not reachable!| 2 s| Linux has requested system shutdown because it
doesn’t reach the logger (no response within 25 s).
~AUX turned Off by Fuse| 2 s then every 5 s| AUX/AUX+ error during this run,
AUX supply is switched off.
~Press Menu+1 to ignore| 2 s then every 5 s| Note on how to ignore the AUX
error message.
~ AUX Error on AUX/AUX+ X!| 2 s| Fuse on AUX+/AUX connector has dis- connected
the line. Connected devices are not supplied anymore!
~ Timeout Linux| 5 s| Received no messages for 1 minute from the Linux CPU.
Either comedication is defective or the CPU no longer responds. The device
enters to sleep mode.
~ Timeout Logger| 5 s| Received no messages for 50 s from the logger CPU.
Either communication is defective or the CPU no longer responds. The device
enters to sleep mode.
~ No Linux Watchdog 15 s| 500 ms every 1 s| At least 3 watchdog messages were
not received from the Linux CPU.
~SleepMed Mismatch| 2 s| Logger reports wakeup from different sleep mode than
anticipated, data loss of the first frames.
Text messages
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
Hold Menu Button and press Button 3 to enter Menu Menu | 5 s | Note for how to |
enter the menu mode.
Vin < 6V!
Device will Shutdown!| 10 s| Device enters to sleep mode because supply
voltage is too low.
Vin > 52V!
Device will Shutdown!| 10 s| Device enters to sleep mode because supply
voltage is too high.
Started without SSD, going back to SleepMed| 5 s| Device started without
inserted SSD and enters to the sleep mode.
Wakeup without SSD, going back to SleepMed| 5 s| Device woke up without
inserted SSD and enters to sleep mode.
Media removed without permission!| 10 s| The hard disk was removed while the
device was running (glowing LED) or during an uncompleted Power Fail . Power
Fail: Short period of bypassing power supply with built-in buffering.
Menu Mode Timeout No Input for 20 s Leaving Menu Mode| 5 s| The menu mode is
exited if no keypress is detected for 20 s.
Started with Open Door Entering SleepMed| | Device was started with opened
protective cover and enters to sleep mode.
Power On Again! Device will restart| | If the power supply is re-established
dur ing a Power Fail, the device restarts automatically. The start of the
Power- Fail process is not shown on the display but it is signaled with a
flashing LED1.
Pin correct! Restarting with Linux Barebow Countdown!!| 2 s every 5 s| The
dispatcher reboots the device when the correct pin is entered. Linux starts in
the barebow countdown mode.
Rebooting with Barebow Countdown! Do not unplug!| 5 s| Is started by the user
and ended via RTSYS reset or after 200 s.
Shutdown Requested Switch to SleepMed Do not remove SSD!| 10 s| Shutdown was
requested via the menu.
Record| –| Configuration is executed.
Stop Rec| –| Configuration is stopped.
Save XX%| –| Configuration is stopped. The progress of saving the data is
shown (if data > 100 KB).
Text messages
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
Shutdown | – | Logger enters to sleep mode. |
Wake-up events
System Messages | Duration | Description |
---|---|---|
~ Wakeup Reboot | 5 s | Wakeup of the device via Linux reboot. |
~ Wakeup from KL15 | 5 s | Wakeup of the device via KL15. |
~ Wakeup from rising KL15 | 5 s | Wakeup of the device via Kl15 status change. |
~ Wakeup from Sleeper | 5 s | Wakeup of the device via bus activity. |
~ Wakeup from RTC | 5 s | Wakeup of the device via the real-time clock set by |
LTL.
~ Wakeup from Door| 5 s| Wakeup of the device via closing the protective
cover.
~Restart after Timeout| 5 s| Logger restarts after logger shutdown timeout
switched it off.
4.4 Menu Navigation and Commands
4.4.1 Navigation
The following table describes the keypad functions.
Keypad | Description |
---|---|
The [menu] key, in combination with key [3] , opens the main menu. |
Keep the [menu] key pressed and then press key [3].
| This key is used to accept a menu selection.
| Navigation keys, PIN input: Allow navigating the menus. Only the numbers 1,
2, 3 and 4 are avail- able for entering the PIN, with the corresponding keys.
The system created PIN has 4 digits and is randomly created every time.
Specific settings can be secured by the user with a personal PIN (up to 12
digits).
| Key [1] and [4] allow navigating up- or downwards in the menu tree.
The keys have a “repeat func- tion”; this means that a longer keypress
activates the key multiple times, as long as it is pressed.
| Key [2] and [3] allow navigating horizontally through the menu.
| Forward key: One step forwards in the menu (one layer deeper in the menu
structure).
| Back key, Exit key: One step backwards in the menu with every keypress (one
layer higher in the menu structure). One long keypress exits the menu. If no
key is pressed for 20 seconds, the menu will be exited automatically.
4.4.2 Commands
In order to support navigation in the menu, the following characters are
shown (at the beginning or end of a line):
Character | Description |
---|---|
Additional menu item above/below | |
Topmost/lowermost menu item | |
Submenu (one layer deeper) | |
Enter key needed to initiate action (e. g. shutdown logger) | |
Menu selection in editing mode | |
Menu Command | Description |
--- | --- |
Exit Menu | Exits the menu |
Shutdown Logger | Device enters sleep mode |
Wakeup Logger | Wakeup the device |
System Info | Information about the whole system |
yyyy-mm-dd Thh: mm: ss | System Info |
Timezone1: none/±xx: xx | Displays the data logger time zone. “none” if it is |
not set.
Hardware| Information about the built-in hardware
Sternum| Serial number of the device
Carname| Current vehicle name of the device is shown with the enter key
MAC1| MAC address of the logger CPU
MAC2| MAC address of the Linux CPU
MAC3| Reserved
CAN1-8| Sub menu shows the order of designation.
LIN3-6| Sub menu shows the order of designation.
Software| Information regarding the installed software
AUX in Sleep- mode is ON/OFF| If activated, Vbat is supplied to the
AUX-/“AUX+“ sockets in sleep mode. This is needed to supply add-on devices
like GLX427 in sleep mode (fast wake-up of GLX427).
Note: Providing Vbat during sleep mode requires approx. 10 mA at 12V.
Comp. Time| Compiling time of the installed configuration
Comp. Date| Compiling date of the installed configuration
Comp. Time zone| Time zone of the installed configuration. “none” if it is not
set.
COD size| Size of the installed configuration in MB
COD ver.| Currently used COD version
Dips:| Currently used Dispatcher version
FW Info’s| Sub menu with detailed firmware information of the device
Environment| Environmental conditions of the device (system temperature and
internal voltages)
Licenses| Installed licenses on the device
Show Error Log| Display of all recently occurred errors (up to 255 entries)
Show event Log| Display of all recently events (up to 127 entries)
Watchdog Status| Display the current watchdog counter (50s and 60s for Linux)
Settings
AUX in SleepMed ON/OFF| Provision of Vbat to the AUX-/“AUX+“ sockets during
sleep mode can be activated or deactivated.
AUX Fuse Reset| Resets the fuses of the AUX-“AUX+“ connectors
Linux Maintenance| Reserved
Advanced Services
Update Dispatcher| Leads to pin input for dispatcher update. The pin is
“1234”.
Menu Command| Description
---|---
Full Reconfiguration| Reserved
Set Time/Date| Sets system date and system time in the logger
IP Settings| Set/change IP address
Note
All menu functions (e. g. Update Dispatcher) are not usable during a logger
update process (firmware update, configuration, Linux files etc.). It is
recommended to set the date and time with the Vector Logger Suite.
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