Product catalogue - Sontheim Industrie Elektronik GmbH

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We are living electronics - which is why we provide optimal system 

solutions for you, made of cleverly developed and high-quality manuf- 

actured electronic components and software tools. All our products and 

services are interconnected in a portfolio of both standardised and 

customer-specific products that have been designed for outstanding 

performance and great adjacence to your processes. 

You will greatly benefit from close customer-contact in every step of a 

project phase, in-dept support and investment in new technologies 

that make our products process-proof and our service a premium one. 

We are committed to technology, service and a continuous improve- 

ment for long-term success. This consistency is part of our tradition as 

an Allgäu-based enterprise which is closely connected to the Bavarian 

region and its traditions. 

As a fielbus-expert we are happy to support you in your projects with 

our highly driven team and excellent products. 

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An overview of Sontheim 

We are happy to be of service to you from idea to serial product - and beyond. 

We are your close partner with our innovative portfolio of standardized 

and customer-specific products and comprehensive support 

capabilities. 

We are working closely together with universities and 

educational institutions of the region and realise important 

R&D projects. 

We are happy to support you in every stage of your project – especially 

our project teams and product manager. 

Make your decision a one-stop issue. Every part of our systems is 

developed , engineered and manufactured in our in-house production and development 

facilities. 

We are re-investing into new technologies, doing pioneers‘ 

work in the hardware and software development. 

Our driven team of motivated and qualified specialists creates 

specifically tailored solutions for you. 

We are certified according to international standards like ISO90o1:2008. In addition to that 

we are an active member in different industry-related organisations. Our products comply to 

various standards - you will benefit from normised high quality standards. 

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Remote IO-Modules 

Our IO-modules are designed for signal 

processing tasks. Besides the typical aluminum 

housings we also offer light-modules 

and embedded boards. Other functions are 

EtherCAT, encoder-interfaces and all kinds 

of IO-tools. 

PLCs 

There are both hardware and software for 

fieldbus controlling available, such as 

µ-FlexControl and IPC-FlexControl for CoDe- 

Sys applications. CANopen Master Software 

is optimally suited for configuration and 

control of huge fieldbus networks. 

An overview of our 

automation portfolio 

PC-Interfaces 

This group consists of interfaces between 

PC-application and fieldbus. The interfaces 

are perferctly suitable for mobile use at laptops. 

There are also embedded cards like 

PCI, PC104+ and PCI104 for the use in industrial 

PCs available. 

Motion Control 

Our motion controllers use CAN and Ether- 

CAT and several safety-relevant features, 

achieving a great amount of flexibility and 

handling comfort. 

Analysis / Diagnostics / Tools 

You will find software tools in this section 

that are widely used both in the automation 

and automotive industry. The whole concept 

is modular-based, thus offering a maximum 

of usability to the user. 

Industrial PCs 

Sontheim IPCs are future-proof and forward-looking. 

Latest CPU technology and 

current bus systems are used for a maximum 

of performance. Decide on your own 

about the components like RAM, CPU and 

HDD according to your requirements. 

Printing Systems 

The industrial printing system EvoPrint is 

made for printing on different surfaces in 

an industrial environment. It has both a velocity 

compensation and a detection of the 

printing direction, improving the quality of 

the final product even at high-speed applications. 


Terminals 

MobiCAN is a mobile terminal for CAN-bus 

diagnostics. Of course, it can be fitted to 

your processes with all kinds of wired and 

wireless communication platforms. 

Programming Interfaces 

The Sontheim APIs support all standard interfaces 

and even third-party devices on 

enquiry. With their simultaneous handles 

our APIs are up to the most complex software 

structures. 

Additional Services 

Sontheim is a full-service provider with facilities 

for contract developments and board 

assembly. Please don‘t hesitate to contact us 

with any project that you have in mind. We 

are looking forward to discussing it with 

you. Just give us a call. 

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Future 

By using the most modern technology for producing hardware and develo- 

ping software we offer you high reliability and quality in every single Sont- 

heim product. 

A modular design is laid upon each development in order to reach any indi- 

vidual requirement in a quick and efficient way. As your supplier we assure 

you of a long-term product availability. This results in future-oriented sys- 

tem solutions that we assemble from high-quality components - everything 

from one source! 


Authoring Tool 

The authoring tool breaks new ground. It is 

a modular-based software for vehicle diagnostics 

and a part of the Sontheim Diagnostic 

Tool Chain. Even the most complex 

diagnostic processes can be created via 

user-friendly elements and many possibilities 

for visualisation. The service technician 

does not get into contact with any programming. 

There is an ODX editor available 

for abstracting ECU parameters and a support 

of all current and future protocols. 

CAN-Interfaces 

All CAN-interfaces can be used in many different 

applications like fieldbus diagnostics, 

programming of PLCs, development 

tasks and simulation or maintenance of 

CAN-networks. They are easily connected to 

CAN-participants and laptop and contain 

up to two CAN-channels and diagnostic 

functions. 

An overview of our automotive portfolio 

Both automotive and automation branch are closely connected, thus allowing us to offer you solutions instead of components. You 

can take advantage of our knowhow in both sectors and we use the synergies for creating high-class products. All Sontheim hardware 

and software can be purchased in standardised or customer-specific versions which results in flexibility and better prices. 

ECU development 

We develop 8, 16 or 32 Bit ECUs for you 

according to your processes. There are all 

facilities given for a quick and reliable production 

of the devices. As we have a broad 

knowledge in that area, we can also comply 

to the tough environment requirements 

in the automotive industry. 

Fieldbus-Analysing Software 

This section covers the CANexplorer 4 with 

its vast capabilities for analysis and CANbus 

monitoring. The software is combined 

with our CAN-interfaces and provides various 

functions for visualisation and processing 

of the fieldbus. There is also a protocol 

abstraction available for a high level of flexibility. 

Flash-Tools & 

End-of-Line (EOL) 

You will find powerful and scaleable flash 

tools and EoL software of our Diagnostic 

Tool Chain for programming ECUs. There 

are numerous micro-controllers and protocols 

supported. It is also possible to adapt 

the tools to a proprietary protocol. Our project 

teams will quickly adapt our tools to 

your flash processes for you. 

Protocol-Stacks 

Please ask us for our protocol stacks. We 

deliver a great amount of stacks and 

knowhow for a reliable communication 

between ECUs in your vehicle. There are CA- 

Nopen, SAE J1939, KWP2000 (on CAN), ISO- 

BUS and proprietary stacks available. 

Please visit our website www.sontheim-industrie-elektronik.de/en for additional information 

or contact our product managers. We are happy to give advice and discuss your project. 


Programming Interfaces 

The Sontheim APIs support all standard interfaces 

and even third-party devices on 

enquiry. With their simultaneous handles 

our APIs are up to the most complex software 

structures. 

Flash- Boot-Loader 

Due to our experience in that area we realise 

every customer-specific adaptation of 

flash and boot-loaders for programming 

micro-controllers in ECUs. You can choose 

between 8, 16 and 32 Bit controllers. 

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Table of Content 

1 Remote IO-Modules 

CAN 

RM35 Modules 

DIO32 14 

Overview of digital remote IOs 16 

Multi-IO 18 

Overview of digital & analogue remote IOs 

Standard IO Modules 

20 

IAO08 22 

IDI32 24 

Overview of digital IDxx versions 

Light Modules 

25 

DIO32-L 26 

Relay Modul 28 

TM-PT100/1000-L 

Tools 

30 

CCCN-HC12 CANopen controller 32 

COK CANopen-Knoten 33 

CAN-RS422 Multiplexer 34 

CAN-RS232 Schnittstellenwandler 

Encoder-Interfaces 

35 

IGI16 36 

EtherCAT 

Standard Modules 

EC-DIO32 38 

Motion Controller 

VC105 40 

MC105 41 


2 PC Interfaces 

CAN 

Serial 

CAN-As 2 44 

PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 45 

PowerCAN-PCI V2 46 

CANUSB 48 

CANUSBlight 50 

CANfox 52 

RS-combicard PC104+ 54 

IO-Interfaces / Additional products 

Multi-IO PC104+, digital IO-card 56 

PB-ZR-PC104+ 57 

CIN CAN-Interface and ethernet bridge 58 

Diag-Box 59 

3 Industrial PC 

ePC 62 

IPC-4 64 

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Table of Content 

SPS-Steuerungen 

4 Terminals 

MobiCAN 70 

Panel-PC 8000 72 

5 PLCs 

CoDeSys for real-time control 

µ-FlexControl 76 

IPC-FlexControl 77 

C-Libraries for real-time control 

CANopen Master Software 80 

Visual CANopen 81 

rt AIDiA 82 

6 Motion control 

CAN 

EtherCAT 

7 Printing Systems 

SMC100 86 

MC105 87 

InkJet TIJ 2.5 

EvoPrint 90 


8 Programming Interfaces (API) 

CAN 

SiECA MT-CANapi 132 Basic 94 

9 Analysis / Diagnostics /Tools 

CAN 

CANexplorer 4 

MDT 

98 

MDT Authoring System 100 

CLC-Manager 102 

Vehicle Simulator 104 

ODX-Editor 105 

SiE Flash Tool (KWP2000) 106 


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Remote IO-Modules 

Have a look at our remote IO-modules for CAN and EtherCAT 



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RM 35 Modules 

14 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

Industrial PCs Terminals PLCs Motion Control Printing 

Systems 

DIO32 Key Features 

DIO32 is a digital 24V (opt. 12V) input and output module with 16 

channels each. It is optimally suited for the use in CAN-networks. 

The device possesses the shortest conversion times and a 

high process reliability. That makes it the best choice for continuous 

operation in complex machine networks. 

Overview of interfaces 

– 16 digital inputs 

– 16 digital outputs 

Housing 

The compact housing is made of aluminum. It contains 

a top hat rail mount and a front cover with all 

interfaces for better overview in the control cabinet. 

The technician will note the convenience while 

working at the bus cabling. 

Clamps and cabling 

The Remote-IO series uses 3-wire cabling for direct 

connection to sensors and actors, supplying them 

with power. In order to reduce the danger of falsewire 

harnessing the 3-wire clamps are coloured. If 

you wish to see the status of each channel, we can 

deliver the modules with LED-clamps. 

LEDs and switches 

All inputs and outputs can be monitored with the 

help of LEDs at the clamps. In addition to that, you 

can configure the baud rate and module address 

with HEX-switches at the front cover - easy and 

comfortable. 

Signal processing 

Besides its inputs and outputs the DIO32 offers a 

powerful micro-controller that handles data acquisition 

of sensors, control of actors and the processing 

of any CAN-data. 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Compact aluminum housing with IP20 and an integrated 

top hat rail mount 

– Safety functions for a high process safety 

– Easy access to all interfaces 

– Own intelligence for complex CAN-networks 

– Clamps pluggable and lockable 

– Signal delay less than 400 µ-seconds 

– Galvanically isolated CAN-interface acc. to ISO 11898 

– Galvanically isolated inputs and outputs 

An important safety function is the DIO32‘s guarding 

capability which is fully integrated into the IO 

for network surveillance. Furthermore, there is a relay 

contact (changeover) as an additional safety 

measure. If there is an absence of guarding by the 

master registered, the module immediately goes 

into STOP-mode. 

CAN-Interface 

The integrated CAN-interface is designed in accordance 

to DS301 and 401 for a flexible use in different 

places and tasks in the CAN-bus network. All 

Sontheim CAN-interfaces comply to ISO11898. 

Power supply 

The DIO32 needs a power supply with 24V. Due to 

the polarity reversal protection the user is in no 

danger of damaging the module by reversed power 

connection. Short surge peaks are also eliminated 

by an EMI wiring for the control section. 

Highside and Lowside switch 

All digital outputs can be fitted with a Highside or 

Lowside switch. Being Highside, the outputs toggle 

the supply voltage to load. Being Lowside, they 

toggle to ground. 

Micro-controller 

LSS 

LowsideSwitch 

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Low side 

GND 

Microcontroller 

24 V 

High side 

HSS 

HighsideSwitch 

GND

DIO 32 Technical data 

Housing 

Dimensions (l × w × h) 121 mm × 120 mm × 48 mm 

Weight 600g 

Protection class IP 20, EMV-requirements acc. to CE 

Storage temperature -30 °C to 70 °C 

Operating temperature 0 °C to 60 °C 

Humidity 90 % non-condensing 

VCC 24 VDC ±20 % 

Pre-Operational Mode 95 mA 

Operational Mode 110 mA 

All inputs/outputs active, incl. LED’s 500 mA 

Operating status 1 × LED green for power supply (5V) 

1 × LED green for operation mode (Run) 

1 × LED red for error status (Err) 

16 × LED green for activated inputs 

16 × LED green for activated outputs (at the clamp) 

Micro-controller Motorola Freescale, 16 Bit 

CAN Galvanically isolated acc. to ISO11783 

SubD9 plug male and female, bridged 

Pinning acc. to DIN 41652 

CAN-Protocol DS 301 and 401 

Number of modules / bus 127 

Settings Module address via 2 HEX-switches 

Baud rate via HEX-switch 

Clamps and cabling Connection with Weidmueller clamps 

clamp capacity 0,25 – 1,5 mm², 1-wire „e“ 

Fine-wired „f“ 0,25 – 1,5 mm², „f“ with conductor sleeve 

without plastic flange 0,25 – 1,5 mm² 

Wires 2-wire and 3-wire connection, dismantling 10 mm 

Digital inputs 

Number of digital inputs 16 

Switching level „1“ +15,0V to +28,8V DC 

Switching level „0“ 0,0V to +8,0V DC 

Potential isolation Optocoupler 

Input current 11 mA 

Sample rate 2,5 kHz 

Signal delay < 400 µs 

Digital outputs 

Number of digital outputs 16 

Current 24 VDC ±20 % 

Type of switch FET-Highside-Power-Switch 


Supply outputs 1 A (Short-circuit proof) 

Overall power consumption 8 A 

Overall power consumption at supply 

per block 

16 A 

Sample rate 1 kHz 

Free-wheeling diode Yes 

Signal delay < 100 μs 

Relay contact (if module is active) 1 × UM / 1A 

Clamp block Pin Pin assignment 

24V VCC can 

be bridged to 

2nd red clamp 

block 


0 – 7 

with LED. 

0V can be 

bridged to 3rd 

blue clamp 

block 

Order information 

Art.-No. Description 

966160000 DIO 32_RM35 24V IO High-Side 


966160400 DIO 32_RM35 12V IO Low-Side 

980109000 Weidmüller BL IO-30-pol. with LED 

(not included in delivery) 

980109100 Weidmüller BL IO-30pol. without LED 


980109200 Weidmüller BL IO-10pol. with LED 





+ nc 

1 Input 0 / Output 0 








– GND 0V 

CAN-Interface Pin Pin assignment 

1 5 

6 9 

5 

9 

Blue clamp block 

can be bridged 

with 0V. 

Clamps have 

internal connection 

Red clamp block 


with 24V VCC 

Clamps have 


1 

6 

2 CAN L (low) 

3 CAN GND (ground) 

7 CAN H (high) 

HEX-switches module address Range Address 

Minimum 01 HEX 1 

Maximum 7F HEX 127 

HEX-switches baud rate Range baud rate (kBit) 

0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 800 

7 1000 

Products of interest 

Industrial PCs Page 62 

PowerCAN-cards Page 45 

CANopen Master Software Page 80 

Visual CANopen Page 81 

rt AIDiA Page 82 

CANexplorer 4 Page 98 


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RM 35 Modules 

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Overview 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Digital Remote IO Modules Technical data 

Housing DI32 DO32 DIO32 DI40 


Weight 600g 

Protection class IP 20, EMV-requirements according to CE 




VCC 24 VDC ±20 % 

Pre-Operational Mode 85 mA 100 mA 95 mA 85 mA 

Operational Mode 85 mA 100 mA 110 mA 85 mA 

All inputs/outputs active, incl. LED’s 540 mA 440 mA 500 mA 540 mA 


1 × LED green for operation mode 

(Run) 



1 × LED green for power supply (5V) 


(Run) 


32 × LED green for activated outputs 

(at the clamp) 



(Run) 



16 × LED green for activated outputs 



CAN Galvanically isolated acc. to ISO11783 









Fine-wired „f“ 0,25 – 1,5 mm², „f“ with concuctor sleeve without plastic flange 0,25 – 1,5 mm² 


Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 



(Run) 



Digitale Eingänge 

Number of digital inputs 32 - 16 40 

Switching level „1“ +15,0V to +28,8V DC - +15,0V to +28,8V DC 

Switching level „0“ 0,0V to +8,0V DC - 0,0V to +8,0V DC 

Potential isolation Optocoupler - Optocoupler 

Supply inputs 11 mA - 11 mA 

Sample rate 2,5 kHz - 2,5 kHz 

Signal delay < 400 µs - < 400 µs 

Digitale Ausgänge 

Number of digital outputs - 32 16 - 

Current - 24 VDC ±20 % - 

Type of switch - FET-Highside-Power-Switch - 

Potential isolation - Optocoupler - 

Supply outputs - 1 A (short-circuit proof) - 

Overall power consumption - 8 A - 

Overall power consumption at supply per block - 32 A 16 A - 

Sample rate - 1 kH - 

Free-wheeling diode - Yes - 

Signal delay - < 100 μs - 

Relay contact (if module is active) - 1 × UM / 1A - 


Technical data 

DIO40 DIO72 

121 mm × 120 mm × 48 mm 241mm x 120mm x 48mm 

600g 800g 

IP 20, EMV-requirements according to CE 

-30 °C to 70 °C 

0 °C to 60 °C 

90 % non-condensing 

24 VDC ±20 % 

95 mA 120 mA 

110 mA 130 mA 

500 mA 830 mA 

1 × LED green for power supply (5V) 1 × LED green for power supply (5V) 

1 × LED green for operation mode 1 × LED green for operation mode 

(Run) 

(Run) 

1 × LED red for error status (Err) 1 × LED red for error status (Err) 

32 × LED green for activated inputs 32 × LED green for activated inputs 

8 × LED green for activated outputs 40 × LED green for activated outputs 



Motorola Freescale, 16 Bit 

Galvanically isolated acc. to ISO11783 



DS 301 and 401 

127 

Module address via 2 HEX-switches 


Weidmueller clamps, clamp capacity 0,25 – 1,5 mm², 1-wire „e“ 

Fine-wired „f“ 0,25 – 1,5 mm², „f“ with conductor sleeve without plastic 

flange 0,25 – 1,5 mm² 

2-wire and 3-wire connection, dismantling 10 mm 

32 

+15,0V to +28,8V DC 

0,0V to +8,0V DC 

Optocoupler 

11 mA 

2,5 kHz 

< 400 µs 

8 40 

24 VDC ±20 % 

FET-Highside-Power-Switch 

Optocoupler 

1 A (short-circuit proof) 

8 A 

8 A 40 A 

1 kH 

Yes 

< 100 μs 

1 × UM / 1A 


24V VCC can 

be bridged to 

2nd red clamp 

block 


0 – 7 

with LED. 

0V can be 


blue clamp 

block 


1 5 

6 9 

Ordering information 


966117000 DI32 RM35 24V IO 

966117400 DI32_RM35 12V IO 

966127000 DO 32_RM35 24V IO High-Side 

966127300 DO 32_RM35 12V IO High-Side 

966127400 DO 32_RM35 12V IO Low-Side 




966181000 DI40_RM35 

966180000 DIO40_RM35, 32dig.In. & 8xdig.Out 24V IO 













5 

9 

1 

6 



with 0V. 

Clamps have 




with 24V VCC 

Clamps have 


+ nc 









– GND 0V 

2 CAN L (low) 







0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 800 

7 1000 


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RM 35 Modules 

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Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

Multi-IO Key Features 

The CANopen module Multi-IO is a powerful device for handling 

digital and analogue signals. It incorporates 56 channels of different 

communication channels. The device possesses the shortest 

conversion times and a high process reliability. That makes it the 

best choice for continuous operation in complex machine networks. 




– 8 analogue inputs 

– 8 analogue outputs 

– 4 24-Bit encoder interfaces 

– 1 CAN-interface 

Housing 







The Remote-IO series uses 3-wire cabling for direct 

connection to sensors and actors, supplying them 

with power. In order to reduce the danger of falsewire 

harnessing the 3-wire clamps are coloured. If 

you wish to see the status of each channel, we can 

deliver the modules with LED-clamps. Please bear 

in mind that those are suited for digital channels 

only. 






comfortable. 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 






– Clamps pluggable and lockable 





Besides its inputs and outputs the Multi-IO offers a 




An important safety function is the Multi-IO‘s guarding 







CAN-Interface 





Processor 

The CPU module can be extended. It is a IEC61131 

programmable device, enabling you to adapt it to 

your level of process complexity. 

Power supply 

The DIO32 needs a power supply with 24V. Due to 

the polarity reversal protection the user is in no 

danger of damaging the module by reversed power 

connection. Short surge peaks are also eliminated 

by an EMI wiring for the control section. 

Highside and Lowside switch 

All digital outputs can be fitted with a Highside or 

Lowside switch. Being Highside, the outputs toggle 

the supply voltage to load. Being Lowside, they 

toggle to ground. 


LSS 

LowsideSwitch 


24 V 

Low side 

GND 

Microcontroller 

24 V 

High side 

HSS 

HighsideSwitch 

GND

Multi-IO Technical data 

Hardware 


Weight approx.: 800g 




VCC 24VDC ± 10 % 

Power consumption approx.: 500 mA 

Clamp block Wires ø 0,25 to 1,5 mm² 




Protection class IP 20 

Micro-controller Motorola MC9S12DP256B 

CAN-interface 1 × CAN-acc. to DIN ISO 11898, galv. isolated 



Number of inputs 16 

Type of switch Positive switching inputs 


Status (at clamp) LED (green) for activated input 

Switching level „1“ +15.0V ... +28.8V 

Switching level „0“ 0V ... +8,0V 




Number of outputs 16 

Type of switch FET - Highside - Switch 


Output current Power supply approx. 0,3V 

Status (at clamp) LED (green) for activated output 

Iout Max 1A 

fg 

1 kHz 

Short circuit proof Yes 


Signal delay < 100μs 

Analogue inputs 

Number of inputs 8, galvanically isolated as a group 

Resolution 12 Bit 


Input current –10V...+10VDC 

Sample rate Up to 12 operating inputs: 1 KHz 

more than 12 operating inputs: 500 Hz 

Analogue outputs 

Number of outputs 8, galvanically isolated as a group 



Output current –10V...+10VDC 

Iout Max 20 mA 

Filter circuit Integrated 

Encoder inputs 

Number of inputs 4 

Level RS485 (A and B) 

Max. input frequency 300 kHz 

Input current 5 V (encoder supply) 

Iout Max 80 mA (encoder supply) 

Galvanic isolation Optocoupler 


+ nc 

24V VCC can 

be bridged to 

2nd red clamp 

block 


0 – 7 

with LED. 

0V can be 


blue clamp 

block 

Encoder input Pin Pin assignment 

1 B 

5 

1 

2 A 

3 0 

4 0 V 

5 Grounding 

6 5 V 

9 6 

7 

8 

/A 

/0 

9 /B 



0 50 

1 125 

2 250 

3 500 

4 1000 










966105000 Multi-IO_RM35 24V IO High-Side 


966105400 Multi-IO_RM35 12V IO Low-Side 


















– GND 0V 


1 5 

6 9 

5 

9 



with 0V. 

Clamps have 




with 24V VCC 

Clamps have 


1 

6 

2 CAN L (low) 






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RM 35 Modules 

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Overview 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

Digital and analogue remote IO Versions Technical data 

Hardware Multi-IO Multi-IO AI 16 AI16 






VCC 24VDC ± 10 % 







Micro-controller Motorola MC9S12DP256B 

CAN-interface 1 × CAN-interface according to DIN ISO 11898, galv. isolated 



Number of inputs 16 - 

Type of switch Positive switching inputs - 

Potential isolation Optocoupler - 

Status (at clamp) LED (green) for activated input - 

Switching level „1“ +15.0V ... +28.8V - 

Switching level „0“ 0V ... +8,0V - 

Input current 8 mA - 

Signal delay < 200 μs - 


Number of outputs 16 - 

Type of switch FET - Highside - Switch - 

Potential isolation Optocoupler - 

Output current Power supply – approx. 0,3V - 

Status (at clamp) LED (green) for activated output - 

Iout Max 1A - 

fg 1 kHz - 

Short circuit proof Yes - 

Free-wheeling diode Yes - 

Signal delay < 100μs - 

Analogue inputs 

Number of inputs 8, galv. isolated as a group 16, galv. isolated as a group 



Input current –10V...+10VDC 

Sample rate Up to 12 operating inputs: 1 KHz 

more than 12 operating inputs: 500 Hz 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 


Digital and analogue remote IO versions Technical data 

Analogue outputs Multi-IO Multi-IO AI16 AI16 

Number of outputs 8, galvanically isolated as a group - - 

Resolution 12 Bit - - 

Potential isolation Optocoupler - - 

Output current –10V...+10VDC - - 

Iout Max 20 mA - - 

Filter circuit Integrated - - 

Encoder inputs 

Number of inputs 4 - 

Level RS485 (A and B) - 

Max. input frequency 300 kHz - 

Input current 5 V (encoder supply) - 

Iout Max 80 mA (encoder supply) - 

Galvanic isolation Optocoupler - 


+ nc 

24V VCC can 

be bridged to 

2nd red clamp 

block 


0 – 7 

with LED. 

0V can be 


blue clamp 

block 









– GND 0V 


1 5 

6 9 

5 

9 



with 0V. 

Clamps have 




with 24V VCC 

Clamps have 


1 

6 

2 CAN L (low) 







0 50 

1 125 

2 250 

3 500 

4 1000 












966105400 Multi-IO_RM35 12V IO Low-Side 

966105600 Multi-IO_RM35 AI16 24V IO High-Side 

966105700 Multi-IO_RM35 AI16 12V IO High-Side 

966105800 Multi-IO_RM35 AI16 12V IO Low-Side 

966105500 AI16 











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Standard IO 

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IAO 08 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

The analogue output module IAO08 is a powerful device for forwarding 

analogue signals. The device possesses the shortest 




– 8 analogue outputs 

Housing 






Switches 

You can configure the baud rate and module 

address with HEX-switches at the front cover - easy 

and comfortable. 


Besides its inputs and outputs the IAO08 offers a 




An important safety function is the IAO08‘s guarding 







CAN-Interface 






Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 










IAO 08 Technical data 

Hardware 






VCC 24VDC ± 10 % 






32 × LED green for activated input 



CAN-interface 1 × CAN-interface acc. to DIN ISO 11898, galv. isolated 

Analogue outputs 




Output current –10V...+10VDC 

Iout Max 20 mA 

Filter circuit Integrated 

Analogue outputs Pin Pin assignment 



966301000 IAO 08 - 8 × AnaOut 


5 

9 

6 

1 

1 – 

2 – 

3 – 

4 ANAOUT 

5 ANAOUT 

6 ANAGND 

7 ANAGND 

8 – 

9 – 

10 GND 

CAN-interface Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 GND 

4 Grounding 


0 50 

1 125 

2 250 

3 500 

4 1000 









23

Standard IO 

24 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

IDI32 Key Features 

IDI32 is a digital 32-channel 24V input module for the use in CAN 

networks. The device possesses the shortest conversion times 

and a high process reliability. That makes it the best choice for 

continuous operation in complex machine networks. 


– 32 Digital inputs 


A very important feature of the IDI32 in its different 

versions is the really sturdy way in which the connection 

of actors and sensors is handled. 24V, data 

and GND have separate connectors (3-wire-connection). 

We use Phoenix clamps for simple and 

rugged connections. Every IO-block of the device is 

galvanically isolated and has its own power supply. 

Thus, all IDxx modules can be used in safety-relevant 

environments. An example for a typical application 

is the CAN-handling of emergency-stop circuits 

like guard doors. 

CAN-interface 

Two RJ45 connectors at the front cover facilitate the 

connection with other CAN-participants over ethernet 

patch cable. The IDI32 can also be used in a decentralised 

CAN network. 






comfortable. 


Besides its inputs and outputs the IDI32 offers a powerful 

micro-controller that handles data acquisition 

of sensors and the processing of any CAN-data. 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

RJ45 Pin Pin assignment 

1 

1 - 

2 - 

3 - 

4 CAN-L (low) 

5 CAN-H (high) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 









9-pole Phoenix clamp Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 


8 

6 - 


8 – 

Top connector 24V 

1 24 V 

2 Input 1 / ouput 1 








Bottom connector oV 


0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 800 

7 1000 



Maximum 7F HEX 127

IDxx Versions Technical data 

Hardware IDI32 IDO32 IDIO32 


Weight 850 g 

Protection class IP 20, EMI according to CE 




Power supply 24 VDC ±20 % 

Pre-Operational mode 60 mA 60 mA 60 mA 

Operational mode 80 mA 70 mA 70 mA 

All inputs/outputs active + LEDs 400 mA 470 mA 470 mA 








32 × LED green for activated output 





16 × LED green for activated output 


CAN Interface according to ISO 11898, galvanically isolated 

Connection via RJ45 connectors (bridged) 







Fine-wired „f“ 0,25 – 1,5 mm², „f“ with conductor sleeve without plastic flange 0,25 – 1,5 mm² 



Number of digital inputs 32 - 16 

Switching level „1“ +15,0 V to +28,8 V DC - +15,0 V to +28,8 V DC 

Switching level „0“ 0,0 V to +8,0V DC - 0,0 V to +8,0V DC 

Potential isolation Optocoupler - Optocoupler 

Input current 11 mA - 11 mA 

Sample rate 2,5 kHz - 2,5 kHz 

Signal delay < 400 μs - < 400 μs 


Number of outputs - 32 16 

Power supply - 24 VDC ±20 % 

Type of switch - FET-Highside-Power-Switch 

Potential isolation - Optocoupler 

Output current - 1 A (short-circuit proof) 

Overall power consumption - 8 A 

Overall power consumption with 

own supply for each block 

- 

16 A 

Switching frequency - 1 kHz 

Free-wheeling diode - Yes 

Signal delay - < 100 μs 










V966116000 IDI 32 

V966126000 IDO 32 

V966128000 IDIO 32 



25

Light modules 

26 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

DIO 32-L Key Features 

DIO32-L is a very low priced 24V CANopen IO module with 16 digital 

inputs and outputs each. The device possesses the shortest 






Housing 

The compact housing is made for being in a control 

cabinet. It contains a top hat rail mount and a front 

cover with all interfaces for better overview in the 

control cabinet. The technician will note the convenience 

while working at the bus cabling. 






comfortable. 

Inputs and outputs 

DIO32-L is highly reliable most fail-proof due to optically 

isolated short-circuit protected inputs and 

outputs. It offers a wide input voltage range of 12 to 

30VDC for the use in many different applications. 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 


Besides its inputs and outputs the DIO32-L offers a 




An important safety function is the DIO‘s guarding 

capability which is fully integrated into the IO for 

network surveillance. If there is an absence of guarding 

by the master registered, the module immediately 

goes into STOP-mode. 

CAN-Interface 





Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– CANopen according to CiA Draft Standard DS 301 and DS 401 

– Short signal delay 

– short-circuit proof outputs 

– CAN baud rate up to 1Mbit 

– Compact dimensions 

– comfortable top hat rail mounting 


DIO 32-L Technische Daten 

Gehäuse 


Weight 185 g with clamps, 155 g without clamps 

Mounting Top hat rail 

Temperature range Operating 0 °C to 60 °C 

extended temperature range available upon enquiry 

Storage –30 °C to 70 °C 

Humidity 90 %, non-condensing 

Conformity to EMI guidelines EN 61000-6-4 and EN 61000-6-2 (industrial applications) 

Power Supply 12V DC to 30V DC 

Power consumption 30 mA 

Overall consumption with active IOs 350 mA 

Operating status 1 × LED green for operating mode (Run) 


32× LED green for activated inputs / outputs 

CAN Interface acc. to ISO 11898, assignment acc. to DIN 41652 

Connection via SubD9 plug male and female (bridged) 



Setting Module address via 2 DIP-switches 


Cabling Rigid cables 0,20 – 2,5 mm², 

Flexible cables 0,20 – 2,5 mm², 

Clamps Spring clamp 

Wires 2-wire connection with twin conductor sleeve, dismantling 

10 mm 






Input current 3,0 / 6,5 mA 

Sample rate 2,5 kHz 




Power supply VB – 0,85 VV DC 

Type of switch FET-Highside-Power-Switch 


Output current per channel 600 mA 

Max. output current 8 A 

Protective circuit Short-circuit and overload protection 

Switching frequency 1 kHz 



Dip- switches module address Range Address 


1 5 

6 9 

Clamp block Pin Name Pin assignment 

1 E 1.0 Digtaler Eingang / Ausgang 1.0 










V965100000 DIO32-L 


1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

5 

9 

1 

6 



Dip- switches baud rate Range baud rate 

2 CAN L (low) 



0 50 

1 125 

3 250 

4 500 

5 1000 









27

Light modules 

28 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 


Systems 

Relay module Key Features 

The relay module is a module for controlling up to 8 high voltage 

relais with 400V for e.g. heating cartridges. Its housing is 

designed for saving costs while being mounted in a control cabinet. 

The device possesses the shortest conversion times and a 

high process reliability. That makes it the best choice for continuous 

operation in complex machine networks. 

Housing 






Power supply 

Phase L1 is only looped in. L2 and L3 are used for 

controlling the consumers. There is a current 

measurement integrated that enables a monitoring 

of each relay. It is build in 2 blocks with 4 relais 

each. 

Relais 

A key feature of the relay module is its high process 

reliability. Its RP1 is a semiconductor relay for embedded 

board assembly with 3 regulated control 

currents for handling its consumers. Major advantages 

are both a high surge current and interference 

resistivity while switching AC loads. 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

– Control of up to 8 high voltage relays for e.g. heating 

cartridges 

– Safety functions 


– Top hat rail mounting 

– Attractive price-performance ratio 


Several status LEDs allow to visualise different operating 

modes and warning messages from its safety 

functions like heartbeat telegrams. Configuration 

of the module address and baud rate can be done 

via HEX switches and braze jumpers. The relay module 

is turned to 250 Kbit as a standard. 


There is a powerful ARM7 micro-controller on the 

module for controlling the relais and the CAN protocol. 

Additionally, heartbeat is integrated into the 

device. 

CAN-Interface 





Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 


Relay module Technical data 

Hardware 


Weight 185 g with clamps 

155 g without clamps 

Assembly Top hat rail 


extended range available upon enquiry 



Conformity to EMI guidelines EN 61000-6-4 and EN 61000-6-2 (industrial applications) 

Power supply 12V DC to 30V DC 



1 × LED green for power supply 

Micro-controller ARM 7-based 

CAN Interface according to ISO 11898 

Connection via RJ45 connector 

Settings Module address with 2 HEX-switches 

Baud rate via braze jumpers 

Relay data 

Load voltage 2 – 530 VAC 

Peak off-state voltage 1000 V 

Input load circuit 4 kVAC 

Rated frequency range 45 – 65 Hz 

Power factor > 0,5 

Zero potential for power on < 10 V 

Certificates UL, cUL, VDE 

CE yes 



1 – 

2 – 

3 – 

4 CAN L (low) 


6 – 


8 – 


V966305100 RM-Relay modul 


1 

8 


RM35 standard and light-modules Page 14 







29

Light modules 

30 

TM-PT100/ 

1000-L 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

Temperatures can easily be measured with the TM-PT100/1000-L 

with up to 8 sensors. It contains possibilities for 4-wire- and 

2-wire-technologie and thus provides a great amount of industrial-suitedness. 

Housing 








help of LEDs. In addition to that, you can configure 

the baud rate of up to 1 MBit and module address 

with DIP-switches at the front cover. An additional 

DIP-switch is meant for switching between 4-wire 

and 2-wire. 

Measuring 

The data is collected with 4 (4-wire) or 8 (2-wire) 

sensors. You can choose between PT100 and 

PT1000 sensors and set the measurement speed to 

slow-mode with 100 ms or quick mode with 10ms 

per channel and cycle. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 


A STAR 12 micro-controller handles the sensors and 

the CAN-protocol. TM-PT is also suited for control 

tasks via PWM/IO-interface. 

CAN-Interface 





Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– CANopen acc. to CiA Draft Standard DS 301 and DS 401 

– CAN baud rate up to 1Mbit 


– Easy top hat rail mounting 

– Free choice of cabling (4-wire / 2-wire) and sensors (PT100 

/ PT1000) 

– Up to 8 sensors per module 


TM-PT100/1000-L Technical data 

Hardware 


Weight 140 g without clamps 



extended temperature range available upon enquiry 



Conformity to EMI guidelines EN 61000-6-4 and EN 61000-6-2 

(industrial applications) 

Power supply 12V DC to 30V DC 

Power consumption 30mA 

Overall consumption with active IOs, 350mA 

LEDs 



1 × LED green for power supply 

CAN Interface acc. to ISO 11898, assignment acc. to DIN 41652 

Connection via SubD9 plug male and female (bridged) 



Settings Module address via 2 DIP-switches 

Baud rate via DIP-switch 

Sensor via DIP-Switch 

Wire technology via DIP-Switch 

Cabling Rigid cables 0,20 – 1,50 mm² 

Flexible cables 0,20 – 1,50 mm² 

Clamps Spring clamps and gold contacts 

Connection, wire technology 4-wire or 2-wire 

Dip-switches module address Range Address 


1 5 

6 9 

Clamp block Pin Name Pin assignment 

1 E 1.0 Sensor 1 

















V965101000 TM-PT100/1000L 


1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

5 

9 

1 

6 



Dip-switches baud rate Range baud rate (kBit) 

2 CAN L (low) 



0 50 

1 125 

3 250 

4 500 

5 1000 


31

IO-Tools 

32 

CCCN-HC12 

CANopen 

Controller 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

With its strong Philips micro-controller and the fully implemented 

CAN-interface the CCCN-HC12 CANopen controller is a small 

but powerful controller for CANopen devices. Key advantages of 

the embedded controller board are a support of several CiA 

standards and an attractive price-performance ratio. It can serve 

as a top-up module for upgrading other devices or handle any 

sensor interface task. 


The micro-controller is a 16 Bit Philips PCA 82C251 

for handling actors, sensors and the CAN-protocol. 


The small board contains 24 output and 16 input 

lanes. You will benefit from a low energy consumption 

and an attractive pricing while there are still 

possibilities for using it even in tough environments 

with high temperatures of –20 °C to 85 °C. Alternatively, 

there is also a version with 32 outputs and 8 

inputs available. 

CAN-Interface 





Standards 

Take advantage of the implemented DS 301 and DS 

401 with the following features: 

– 1 receive-PDO 

– 1 transmit-PDO 

– Standard SDO-interface 

– Node guarding 

– Emergency messages 

– Minimum boot-up 

– Asynchronous transmit of PDOs 

– Transmitting of PDOs upon enquiry (only for 

inputs) 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Comprehensive CAN controller 

– Galvanic isolated interface according to ISO 11898 

– Software complies to CiA Draft Standards DS 301 Version 4.0 

and DS 401 Version 2.0 

– Traceability for watchdog and reset information 

Use-cases 

– Specialised IO-modules 

– CANopen-interface for HMIs 

– Interface for sensor and measurement setups 

– Specialised interface for measurement and PLC tasks 

CCCN-HC12 Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions (l × w) 49 mm × 82 mm 

Weight approx. 50 g 

Power supply 5V 


Temperature range -20 °C to +85 °C 

Humidity 20% to 90% non-condensing 

CAN-interface 1 × CAN-interface acc. to DIN ISO 11898, galvanically 

isolated 


Interfaces 

Input lines 16 

Output lines 24, TTL-compatible 



Rt AIDiA Page 82 



V930255000 CCCN-HC12 CANOpen controller 

V930257000 CCCN03 CANOpen controller (8 In / 32 Out) 


COK 

CANopennode 

Despite its small dimensions the COK provides 136 digital and 

analogue inputs and outputs as well as a CAN-interface. The numerous 

channels and a simple gripping of signals make the 

board a perfect piggy-back solution for IO-tasks in CAN-bus networks. 

Overview of interfaces. 

There are overall 80 digital inputs, 48 digital outputs 

and 8 additional analogue inputs available. 

The controller‘s CAN-interface allows a decentralised 

deployment in any CAN-environment. 

COK CANopen node Technical data 

CAN-interface Acc. to ISO11898 without galvanic isolation, Connection 

via sockets 


Settings Module address via DIP-Switch SW1, baud rate via DIP- 

Switch SW2 

Connection 2x 66-pole socket, grid dimension 2mm 

Digital inputs up to 80 

Switching level „1“ +2,75 bis +5,25 V DC 

Switching level „0“ 0,0 bis +0,8V DC 

Input current < 0,25 mA 

Switching frequency (Fg) 2,5 kHz 


Digital outputs up to 48 

Output current < 15 mA 

Switching frequency 1 kHz 


Analogue inputs 8 

Measurement range 0,0 to 10,0 V DC 

Input current < 2,75 mA 

Switching frequency (Fg) 1 kHz 

Signal delay < 100 

Power supply 5 VDC +/- 5% 


Dimensions 80 x 70 x 3mm (without sockets) 

Operating temperature 0 to 60°C 

Storage temperature -10 to 70°C 

Key Features 

– CANopen Modul acc. to CIA DS 301 and 401 

– Quick inputs and outputs, minimum signal delay 

– Additional analogue inputs with 10 Bit resolution 

– CAN baud rate up to 1 MBit 

– Very compact dimensions 

Use-cases 

– Specialised IO-modules 

– CANopen-interface for HMIs 

– Interface for sensor and measurement setups 

– Specialised interface for measurement and PLC tasks 


The micro-controller is a 16 Bit Freescale ColdFire for handling actors, 

sensors and the CAN-protocol. 

CAN-Interface 

The integrated CAN-interface is designed in accordance to DS301 

and 401 for a flexible use in different places and tasks in the CANbus 

network. All Sontheim CAN-interfaces comply to ISO11898. 

Dip-switches module address Range Address 

Dip-switches baud rate Range baud rate (kBit) 







V930252010 COK (CANopen controller) 




0010b 50 

0011b 125 

0100b 250 

0101b 500 

0111b 1000 


33

IO-Tools 

34 

CAN-RS422 

Multiplexer 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

CAN-RS422 Multiplexer is a 24V selection unit of up to 10 incremental 

encoders. It is made for realising switching states of 10 

encoders to a single output. 

Housing 

The compact aluminum housing contains a top hat 

rail mount and a front cover with all interfaces for 

better overview in the control cabinet. The technician 

will note the convenience while working at the 

bus cabling. 


Besides several LEDs for the operating states there 

are 2 LEDs each for the status of any input. Signals 

are being grapped with a 9-pole and a 3-pole Phoenix 

clamp. 


All inputs and outputs use RS422. SubD9 plugs are 

used for grabbing any signals. 


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 

1 Select 1 

2 Select 2 

3 Select 3 

4 Select 4 

5 Select 5 

6 Select 6 

7 Select 7 

8 Select 8 

9 Select 9 


1 2 3 

1 Select 10 

2 0 V 

3 0 V 


Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

CAN-RS422 Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions 241 mm × 120 mm × 48 mm 

Housing Aluminum case, IP20 

Power supply 24 VDC via 3-pole Phoenix clamp 

Assembly TS35 Top hat rail 

Temperature range Operating: 0 °C to 70 °C 


RS232-interface Connection via SubD9 plug 


Number of digital outputs 1 

Maximum baud rate 500kHz 

Switch data 

Power supply 5V 

Input level +/- 5V 

VIH 2V 

VIL 0,8V 

IOH –440µA 

IOL 8mA 

Input / output Pin Pin assignment 

1 5 

6 9 

Key Features 

– 10 input channels for encoders 

– 24V DC power supply with 3-pole Phoenix clamp 

– Top hat rail assembly 

1 A 

2 B 

5 0 V 

6 /A 

7 /B 

9 24 V 






V930890000 CAN-RS422 Multiplexer 


5 

9 

1 

6

CAN-RS232 

Interface- 

Converter 

If you have all serial interfaces being occupied, you can rely on 

the CAN-RS232 interface converter. It is a 24V extension module 

for any desktop or industrial PC that provides another 4 RS232 

channels according to CANopen with SubD9 plugs. 

Housing 







Besides its inputs and outputs the Multi-IO offers a 




CAN-Interface 





CAN-RS232 Technical data 

Hardware 


Housing Aluminum case, IP20 

Power supply 24 VDC via 3-pole Phoenix clamp 

Assembly TS35 Top hat rail 




CAN Interface acc. to ISO 11898 galvanically isolated, pin 

assignment acc. to DIN 41652 

COM SubD9 male 

RS232 SubD9 female 

Key Features 

– Up to 4 RS232 interfaces with SubD9 

– Baud rate and module address can be set via HEX-switch 

– Module is built in accordance to CANopen specification 

– Status LED for module status, CAN and every RS232 channel 

with Rx and Tx display 

RS232 Pin Pin assignment 

1 5 

6 9 




IGI16 Page 36 




V930882000 CAN-RS232 Interface Converter 


1 – 

2 RxD 

3 TxD 

4 – 

5 GND 

6 – 

7 – 

8 – 

9 – 


1 2 3 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 Erde 


0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 1000 


35

Incremental Encoder Interfaces 

36 

IGI 16 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

CAN 

PC 

Interfaces 

IGI16 is designed for capturing positioning data according to CiA 

specification for CAN networks. The device possesses the shortest 

conversion times and a high process reliability. That makes 

it the best choice for continuous operation in complex machine 

networks. 

Housing 





bus cabling. 

Incremental encoder 

Overall, the IGI has 16 incremental encoder interfaces. 

5 of them are directly connected to counters. 

The sixth can be switched to D3 to D13. Inc A and B 

possess a resolution of 32 Bit. All others work with a 

standard 16 Bit resolution. Each encoder uses an 

impulse quadruplication for 20,000 impulses at 

5,000 steps per turn. 


All inputs can be monitored with the help of LEDs 

at the clamps. In addition to that, you can configure 

the baud rate with a HEX-switch at the front cover - 

easy and comfortable. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 


Besides its inputs the IGI16 offers a powerful microcontroller 

that handles the data acquisition of sensors 

and the processing of any CAN-data. 

CAN-Interface 





Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– 16 incremental encoders with up to 32 Bit resolution 

– Baud rate and module address can be set via HEX-switch 

– Module is built in accordance to CANopen specification 


IGI 16 Technical data 

Hardware 


Weight 800 g 

Protection class IP 20, EMI requirements acc. to CE 

Operating conditions (humidity 90%, Oerating 0 °C to 60 °C 

non-condensing) 


Power supply 24 VDC ±20% 

Settings Baud rate via HEX-switch 

Connection SubD9 female 


CAN Interface acc. to ISO 11898 galvanically isolated 

Connection via 4-pole Phoenix clamp or RJ45 plug 

Inputs 

Number of inputs 16 × for incremental encoders 

Counter size Inc A: 32 Bit 

Inc B: 32 Bit 

Inc C: 16 Bit 

Inc D1: 16 Bit 

Inc D2: 16 Bit 

Inc D3 to D13: 16 Bit multiplexed 

Error mode ErrorFrame every 60 ms at watchdog event 

Operating status LEDs (red) for short-circuit at Inc-side 

LEDs (green) for multiplex input 

RUN-LED (green) for reception of identifier 

ERROR-LED (red) for watchdog error 

24V-LED (green) for power supply 


Incremental encoder Pin Pin assignment 







V966302000 IGI - Incremental Encoder Interface 


5 

1 2 3 4 

9 

6 

1 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 GND 

4 Erde 

1 GND 

2 /B 

3 GND 

4 /A 

5 24 V 

6 24 V 

7 GND 

8 B 

9 A 


0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 1000 


37

Standard modules 

38 

EC-DIO32 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

EtherCAT 

PC 

Interfaces 

With its 32 configurable channels the EC-DIO32 you can deploy it 

in numerous and changing applications. You are also free to use 

ether CAN or EtherCAT - the module will recognise the different 

fieldbusses automatically. The device possesses the shortest 



Housing 





bus cabling. 

Cabling 

All sensors and actors can be connected directly to 

the module. There are connectors for 8 data lines, 

power supply and 0V for each of the 4 blocks on 

the module, making the cbaling very sturdy and resistant 

to shock and vibration. Every IO-block is galvanically 

isolated and obtains an own power supply. 

Thus, you can even use the EC-DIO32 for safetyrelevant 

applications like emergency-stop circuits 

for guard-doors. 

Fieldbus-interfaces 

Our latest IO-module provides 2 RJ45 connectors 

for EtherCAT and CAN as an easy possibility for connecting 

other devices via ethernet patch cable. 

With its multi-fieldbus detection and the two connectors 

the module can be used in different places 

and tasks in the CAN-bus network. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Signalprocessing 

Due to the configuration of each block as a digital 

input, digital output or analogue input there are 

many areas of deployment. You can choose by your 

individual number and type of IOs about the configuration 

of the module, saving costs and cabling. 

It is even possible to address every block on its 

own. 


Besides its inputs and outputs the EC-DIO32 offers a 



of any CAN and EtherCAT-data. An important 

safety function is the guarding capability which is 

fully integrated into the IO for network surveillance. 

Furthermore, there is a relay contact (changeover) 

as an additional safety measure. If there is an absence 

of guarding by the master registered, the 

module immediately goes into STOP-mode. 

Diagnostic features 

Analogue measurement of ower supply at the 

blocks and single channels as well as a digital 

monitoring of outputs are implemented in the device. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Configurable inputs and outputs 

– Can be used in CAN and EtherCAT networks 

– Power supply of each IO block 

– Compact aluminum housing with IP20 and top hat rail 

– Safety functions for process reliability 


– Signal delay of less than 400 µ-seconds 

– Analogue and digital diagnostics 


EC-DIO32 Technical data 

Hardware 


Weight 850 g 

IP-class IP 20, EMI according to CE 




Number of digital inputs Blocks (8 channels) can be configured (max. 32) 

Number of digital outputs Blocks (8 channels) can be configured (max. 32) 


Pre-Operational Mode 95 mA 

Operational Mode 110 mA 

Overall power consumption incl. IOs, 

LEDs 

500 mA 




32 × LED green for active IO 


Clamps and cabling 2-wire, 3-wire connection 






Sample rate (Fg) 2,5 kHz 




Typ of switch FET-Highside-Power-Switch 


Output current 1 A (short-circuit proof) 

Overall power supply of module 8 A 

Overall power supply with supply for 

each block 

16 A 



Relay contact (when module active) 1 × UM / 1A 

Switching level „1“ +15.0V – +28.8V DC 

RJ45 (Ethernet-connector) Pin Pin assignment 


1 LAN/EtherCAT_TX+ 

2 LAN/EtherCAT_TX– 

3 LAN/EtherCAT_RX+ 

4 CAN L (low) (optional) 

5 CAN H (high) (optional) 

6 LAN/EtherCAT_RX– 

7 CAN GND (ground) (optional) 

8 – 


V966210000 EC-DIO32 


1 

8 


1 

HEX-switches module address 

(1. Switch-block) 

8 

HEX-switches baud rate 

(2. Switch-block) 

1 – 

2 – 

3 – 

4 CAN L (low) 


6 – 


8 – 

Range Address 



Range baud rate (kBit) 

0 10 

1 25 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 800 

7 1000 


RM35 standard- and light-modules Page 14 


PowerCAN-PCIs Page 45 





39

Motion Controllers 

40 

VC105 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

EtherCAT 

PC 

Interfaces 

VC105 is a controlling device for up to 4 valves with several safety 

functions and a high user-friendliness. An integrated logic 

module automatically sets and saves all relevant operation data. 

The valves are all current-controlled, the output stage provides a 

maximum of 5A. 

Additional current settings 

The maximum current can be configured and saved 

as a basis value in order to avoid miscalculations. It 

is also possible to cut out the minimum current for 

overcoming the valve resistance. There is dithering 

implemented that keeps the valves from being 

stuck. The dither frequency and its amplitude can 

be changed manually. 

Safety 

As far as valves and their use in different industries 

like shipbuilding but also pharmaceutical purposes 

is concerned, safety is a very important issue. VC105 

supports different safety measures in order to guarantee 

the upmost process reliability. On the software 

side it contains an excess-current release. 

However, VC105 also supports emergency-stop features 

in case of a lack of bus communication or a 

fault within a valve. 

RJ45 (Ethernet connector) Pin Pin assignment 

1 

8 

1 TX+ 

2 TX– 

3 RX+ 

4 – 

5 – 

6 RX– 

7 – 

8 – 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 



– Own intelligence for autonomous operation and data 

handling 

– Free configuration and memorising operation data 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

VC105 Technical data 

Hardware 


Housing Aluminum case with IP20 


Temperature range Operation: 0 °C to 60 °C 

Storage: –10 °C to 70 °C 


Power supply 24V DC 

Fieldbus EtherCAT 

Micro-controller Philips Arm 7 

Power supply of valves separately, 24V DC to max. 5A 

Operating status 1 × LED VCC RUN ERROR 

Display 2 lines with 16 characters each 

Menu Current parameter, contrast, module status, configurable 

address, status of fuses, safety shutdown 


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 






1 24V (supply) 

2 0V (supply) 

3 24V (Encoder) 

4 In (Encoder) 


6 A1 (Mag 1) 

7 A2 (Mag 1) 

8 B1 (Mag 2) 

9 B2 (Mag 2) 


V966280000 VC105 CANopen (CoE, CANopen over EtherCAT) 


MC105 Key Features 

MC105 is a motion controller for up to 4 DC motors. Similar to 

the VC105, it has various possibilities for configuration, safety 

functions and a high user-friendliness. An integrated logic module 

automatically sets and saves all relevant operation data. The 

motors are all current-controlled. It is possible to handle 24V DC 

motors with up to 5A via incremental encoder with a resolution 

of up to 12 Bit. 



as a basis value in order to avoid miscalculations. 

The integrated emergency-stop function is activated 

as soon as it registers a lack of bus communication. 


1 

8 

1 TX+ 

2 TX– 

3 RX+ 

4 – 

5 – 

6 RX– 

7 – 

8 – 




handling 


MC105 Technical data 

Hardware 











LEDs VCC 

RUN 

ERROR 



1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 


RM35 standard and light-modules Seite 14 

Industrial PCs Seite 62 

PowerCAN-cards Seite 45 



V966295000 MC105-4 EtherCAT 



2 0V (supply) 



5 A (Encoder) 

6 B (Encoder) 

7 0 V (Encoder) 

8 + (Motor) 

9 – (Motor) 


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42 

02| 

PC Interfaces 

Our interfaces between CAN network and PC / laptop 



43

CAN 

44 

CAN-As 2 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

CAN-As 2 is a PC-card for the PCMCIA-slot at notebooks. It is 

used for building an interface between CAN network and notebook 

for any service or development task. 

Supported standards 

The compact card complies with both ExCA by Intel 

and the Japanese JEIDA standard. It allows a deployment 

in all combinations with PCMCIA 2.01 

slots. 

Connection to CAN and PC 

The card is connected via PCMCIA to a desktop 

PC or laptop. With its very small dimensions the 

CAN-As 2 is a tool that fits into any laptop case for 

mobile use. 

CAN-channels and transfer power 

There are 2 CAN-channels with SubD9 plugs. They 

offer a transfer rate of up to 1 Mbit/sec at 90% bus 

load. For a maximum of interference resistance, 

both channels are galvanically isolated towards 

themselves and the card. 


Data processing is handled by an integrated Intel 

i386ex micro-controller with 128 Kb RAM and 256 

Kb flash. It provides data puffer memory in order to 

avoid a loss of data in case of high bus loads. 


1 5 

6 9 

2 CAN L (low) 




Systems 

Key Features 


Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Optimally suited for the use at PC or laptop 

– Super slim housing 

– 2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels with up to 1 MBit 

transfer rate at 90% bus load 

CAN-As 2 Technical data 

Hardware 

Type of interface PCMCIA Type II 

Power supply 5 V 

Maximum power consumption 300 mA 


Humidity 20 % to 90 % non-condensing 

PCB 6 layer 

Memory 128 KB RAM 

256 KB Flash 

2 × FIFO with 1024 Bytes each 

(no data loss 

Micro-controller Intel i386ex, 32 Bit 

CAN-Controller 82527 Full-CAN-Controller from Intel 

CAN-Protocol 2.0A resp. 2.0A and 2.0B 

CAN-driver 82 

CAN-interface 2 × acc. to ISO 11898, galvanically isolated, 

connection via 2 × 9-pole SubD plug male & female 

IO-Address range 5 Bytes, automatically allocated 

Interrupt IRQ automatically allocated 

Maximum data transfer rate 1 MBit/sec at 90 % bus load 

Software support 

Driver Windows 3.x to XP 

Compatibility Sontheim Multi-Thread API software interface 

Additional software C with source code, Pascal with source code, 

Visual Basic, CANexplorer, CVI, LabView for Windows 

System requirements Standard-PC compatible 

Pentium II or higher 

128 MB RAM or more 

1 unoccupied PCMCIA slot 

Scope of delivery CAN-As 2 

CAN-As 2 Interface Dongle 




MDT Page 100 

ODX-Editor Page 105 

SiECA 132 MT-CANapi Page 94 


V930177000 CAN -As 2 (PCMCIA CANCard+Interface Dongle) 

V930177100 CAN-As 2 (PCMCIA CANCard) 

V930177200 CAN-As 2 Interface-Dongle 


PowerCAN- 

PCI104 

V2 

In its scope of services the PowerCAN PCI104 V2 is similar to the 

known PCI-version. However, this card is designed for the embedded 

sector and provides 2 CAN-channels and 2 active CAN-controllers 

for a high-capacity CAN-controlling regarding speed, reliability 

and process safety. 

Memory and micro-controller 

Even complex fieldbus-controlling tasks can easily 

be handled with 8 MB RAM and 2 MB flash memory. 

There is a Freescale Coldfire micro-controller with 

32 Bit integrated that is operated in 16 Bit demultiplexed 

mode for an optimal cooperation between 

micro-controller and PCI104 controllers. Several features 

help you save time. The integrated programmable 

chip-select logic selects peripheral components 

like RAM and flash and a bootstrap-loader 

enables an easy download of firmware components. 

Compatible interfaces 

PowerCAN PCI104 V2 is in its software compatible 

to all other CAN-cards of the Sontheim interfaces. 

Consequently, you can port all applications with 

the same performance to our latest PCI104 card. 

Have it built into the IPC-4 or any other industrial 

PC with the slots for PCI104 or PC104+ for a powerful 

CAN-controlling solution. 

CAN-interface 

2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels with a transfer 

rate of up to 1 MBit/sec. provide the necessary controlling 

power. The signals can be grapped from a 

pin socket. In addition to that there are 2 active 2.0B 

CAN-controller implemented that allow a mixed 

mode with 11 Bit and 29Bit identifiers. The CAN-interface 

complies with ISO 11898 standard as well as DS 

301 and 401. 

Key Features 

– Compact high-performance CAN-card for PCI104 and 

PC104+ 

– Galvanic isolation 

– 128 KB RAM and 256 KB flash memory 

– CAN-Protocol 2.0A resp. 2.0A and 2.0B (mixed mode) 

– 2 CAN-channels, 2 active CAN-controllers 

PowerCAN PCI104 V2 Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions 96 mm × 90 mm 

Power supply 3,3V or 5V 




Hardware 

Controller Freescale Coldfire Mikrocontroller 32 Bit 

RAM 8 MB 

Flash 2 MB 

EEPROM 2k, serial 

CAN-Controller 3 × 2.0B active 

Transfer rate Up to 1 MBit 

PCI-Connector According to PCI specification 

CAN-Connector 2 × according to CiA (DIN41652) 

CAN-Interface According to ISO 11898 









V930153000 PowerCAN PCI104 V2 


2 PC-Interfaces 

45

CAN 

46 

Power CAN 

PCI V2 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

PowerCAN-PCI V2 is a highly advanced und ultra-fast CAN-controller 

card for the connection of PCs with PCI-slot to the CANbus. 

It is able to handle the full control, regulation and parametrisation 

of small to complex CAN-networks. 

Compatibility 

The device is a PCI-card with 2 galvanically isolated 

CAN-interfaces according to ISO 11898. Being fully 

compatible to PCI-specification 2.2, it can be used 

with any PC-system that has an unoccupied PCIslot. 

Both active CAN-controllers offer 15 message 

objects each and comply with FullCAN. 


There is a Freescale Coldfire micro-controller with 

32 Bit integrated that is operated in 16 Bit demultiplexed 

mode for an optimal cooperation between 

micro-controller and PCI104 controllers. Several features 

help you save time. The integrated programmable 

chip-select logic selects peripheral components 

like RAM and flash and a bootstrap-loader 

enables an easy download of firmware components. 

Memory 

Even complex fieldbus-controlling tasks can easily 

be handled with 8 MB RAM and 2 MB flash memory. 

There is no need for an external programming power 

supply, the flash memory is supplied with 5V for 

writing and deleting. The flash also contains the 

firmware which can be updated via bootstrap- 

loader. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

– Your embedded or desktop PC operates as a CANopen 

manager 

– Control of other CAN-participants such as motion 

controllers, IO-modules etc. 

– Transfer rate up to 1 MBit/sec. at 90 % bus load 

– Freescale Coldfire with 32 MHz frequency 

– 2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels 

– CAN-highspeed and lowspeed possible 

– LEDs for bus status at the front cover 

CAN-interface 

2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels with a transfer 

rate of up to 1 MBit/sec. provide the necessary controlling 

power. In addition to that there are 2 active 

2.0B CAN-controller implemented that allow a mixed 

mode with 11 Bit and 29Bit identifiers. The CAN-interface 

complies with ISO 11898 standard as well as DS 

301 and 401. 

Error frame detection 

This feature allows surveillance and monitoring of a 

CAN network. The PowerCAN card possesses an 

own logic for detecting error frames and counting 

them up in a specific internal memory area. That is 

used for finding intermittent errors like falsified 

messages of a CAN participant. 

Display 

LED 

CAN 1 

(ISO 11898) 

CAN 2 

(ISO 11898) 

CPU 

Freescale Coldfire 

RAM 

8 MB, 32 Bit 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

PCI-BUS-controller 

DP-RAM 

PCI-BUS 

128 k 

Rev 2.2 


WDT 

FLASH 

2 MB, 16 Bit 

CPLD 

(ISP) 

EEPROM 

2 k × 16

PowerCAN-PCI V2 Technical data 

Dimensions (l / w / h) 164 mm × 102 mm × 13 mm 

PCB 6 layers 





Hardware 

Bus system PCI 

Micro-controller Freescale Coldfire 

Memory 8 MB RAM, 2 MB Flash 

CAN-controller 2 × Full-CAN nach CiA (DIN41652) 

CAN-transceiver Philips 82C251 

CAN-protocol 2.0A and 2.0B 

CAN-interfaces 2 × galvanically isolated acc. to ISO 11898 

CAN-connectors 2 × SubD9 

PCI-controller acc. to PCI 2.2 specification, 

16k Dual-Port-RAM 

LED 4 × LED (green for card and CAN status) 

Software 

CANopen-driver Windows NT 

Layer 2 driver Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 32 and 64 Bit 


1 5 

6 9 



V930154000 PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 CAN Ground 








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CAN 

48 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Housing 

The device has a fairly rugged housing built of aluminum. 

Its compact design and resistivity against 

shock make it very popular in many areas of the 

automation and automotive industry. 

CAN-channels 

There are either 1 or 2 galvanically isolated CANchannels 

available which comply with ISO 11898 -2. 

The transfer rate ranges up to 1 Mbit at 90 % bus 

load. 

Flexible data processing 

Its USB 2.0 interface enables the CANUSB to be 

used at any laptop, embedded PC or desktop PC. 

Once you have installed the driver you will benefit 

from ‚HOT PLUG & PLAY‘ which is a connection of 

device to PC without restart. 

Micro-controller and firmware update 

The Motorola STAR12 and the Philips PDIUSBD12 

guarantee a quick data processing. Both CAN 2.0A 

and CAN 2.0B are supported. CANUSB is suited for 

numerous operating systems like Windows XP, XP 

embedded, Vista and 7. All firmware updates can be 

loaded via USB. 


Systems 

CANUSB Key Features 

This is a top seller among the Sontheim interface family. It facilitates 

a quick and sturdy connection between PC or notebook 

and CAN bus. CANUSB is highly flexible, user-friendly and market-proven. 

Thousands of units are already in the field, used for 

monitoring of CAN networks, setting parameters of machines or 

vehicles etc. 

Fields of application 

– Service 

– CAN-analysing 

– Industry automation 

– Development 

– Testing bench 

– Education 

– CAN-test programs in DOS 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 


This feature allows surveillance and monitoring of a 

CAN network. The CANUSB possesses an own logic 

for detecting error frames and counting them up in 

a specific internal memory area. That is used for finding 

intermittent errors like falsified messages of a 

CAN participant. 

Level measurement 

This feature is designed for an analogue measurement 

of CAN levels. It is used for doing diagnostics 

at vehicles of all kinds or machines. Erratic level indicate 

for example short circuits. They are often responsible 

for data loss. 

Programming interface 

The CANapi provides all functions for programming 

own applications. It supports all Sontheim interfaces 

and several third-party devices which is why 

we enclose our SiECA132 MT-CANapi with 4 simultaneous 

handles at every interface dongle. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

Technically mature … 

– Future-proof USB 


– ‚Hot Plug & Play‘ for a quick and comfortable start 

– MT CANapi for development of own applications 

– Version with error frame detection and level measurement 

available 

… and rugged 

– Rigid aluminum extruded case 

– 1 or 2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels with 1 Mbit 

transfer rate at 90 % bus load 


CANUSB Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions (L × W × H in mm) 100 × 57 × 32 

Weight 166 g 

Housing Massive aluminum 

CAN-interfaces 2 × galv. isolated acc. to ISO 11898-2 

USB-interfaces 1 × USB 2.0 

Maximum data transfer rate 1 Mbit / 90 % bus load 

CAN-connector 1 × 7-pole plug 

USB-connector 1 × standard USB plug type A 

Power consumption max. 350 mA at 5V 

Power supply Via USB 

LEDs 2 × 3 3 mm LED 

Cable USB 1 m standard USB 

Cable CAN optional 2m CANUSB cable 

Operating temperature 0 °C to +70 °C 

Humidity 20 % – 90 % non-condensing 

Micro-controller CAN Motorola Star 12, 16 Bit 

Micro-controller USB Philips PDIUSB 12 

EEPROM 1024 Bytes for application data 

Features 

Error frame detection Optional 

Anlogue level measurement implemented 

LEDs 2 × CAN data 

2 × CAN status 

1 × USB status 

1 × device status 

Scope of delivery 

1 × CANUSB 

1 × System-CD with driver SiECA132 

MT-CANapi, hardware and software 

description (4 handles) 

Win 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 32 and 64 Bit 

The Sontheim Modular Diagnostic Tool Chain 

You can easily create your individual and professional diagnostic 

solution for the automation or automotive application with 

the help of the Sontheim interfaces and diagnostic software. 

Some examples of our customers‘ use cases are: 

- CAN-data visualisation, monitoring and processing 

- Parametrisation and control of whole CAN networks 

- Vehicle diagnostics 

- Flash processes of electronic control units (ECUs) 

7-pole plug Pin assignment 

7 

1 6 

3 4 

USB-interface Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 



V930204000 CANUSB 2xCAN, error frame, level measurement 

V930205000 CANUSB 2xCAN, error frame 

V930206000 CANUSB 2xCAN 

V930207000 CANUSB 1xCAN, error frame, level measurement 

V930208000 CANUSB 1xCAN, error frame 

V930209000 CANUSB 1xCAN 

Equipment 

1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – Data 

3 + Data 

4 GND (Ground) 


V930220000 CANUSB-cable, 2m, 120Ohm 

V930220100 CANUSB-cable, 2m, (2x SubD9 male) 


US 

CS1 

C1 

2 

5 

GS 

CS2 

C2 

US USB Status 

CS1 CAN Status 1 

C1 CAN 1 receive / transmit action 

GS Device status 

CS2 CAN Status 2 

C2 CAN 2 receive / transmit action 

1 CAN2 low 

2 CAN 2 high 

3 – 

4 CAN 1 low 

5 CAN 1 high 

6 – 

7 CAN 1 GND 




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CAN 

50 

CANUSBlight 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

The CANUSBlight is an inexpensive interface with a smaller 

range of functions compared to the CANUSB or CANfox. It facilitates 

a quick and sturdy connection between PC or notebook 

and CAN bus. CANUSBlight is highly flexible, user-friendly and 

market-proven. Thousands of units are already in the field, used 

for monitoring of CAN networks, setting parameters of machines 

or vehicles etc. 

Housing and CAN-channels 

The housing is made of plastic and quite compact. 

There is a galvanically isolated CAN-interface integrated 

that complies with CiA specification. Its signals 

are forwarded via SubD9 plug. CANUSBlight 

offers CAN highspeed with up to 1 Mbit/sec as well 

as a version specifically used for CAN lowspeed 

with 125 Kbit/sec. 

CANUSBlight - a start-up interface 

Due to its small dimensions the CANUSBlight is a 

fairly flexible device for all tasks around CAN bus 

networks. Its USB 2.0 interface allows a deployment 

at any laptop, embedded PC or desktop PC. Once 

you have installed the driver you will benefit from 

‚HOT PLUG & PLAY‘ which is a connection of device 

to PC without restart. 

If you want to gather first experiences with working 

in a CAN network and you candispense with error 

frame detection and analogue level measurement, 

the CANUSBlight is a very attractive PC-to CAN interface 

for you. 


Systems 

Key Features 


– Service 





– Education 


Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Micro-controller and firmware update 

The Motorola STAR12 and the Philips PDIUSBD12 

guarantee a quick data processing. Both CAN 2.0A 

and CAN 2.0B are supported. CANUSB is suited for 

numerous operating systems like Windows XP, XP 

embedded, Vista and 7. All firmware updates can be 

loaded via USB. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

Technically mature … 

– Future-proof USB 


– ‚Hot Plug & Play‘ for a quick and comfortable start 

– MT CANapi for development of own applications 

– Version with error frame detection and level measurement 

available 

… and rugged 

– Rigid aluminum extruded case 

– 1 or 2 galvanically isolated CAN-channels with 1 Mbit 

transfer rate at 90 % bus load 


CANUSBlight Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions (L × W × H in mm) 52 × 36 × 21 

Housing Compact plastic 


USB-interfaces 1 × USB 1.1 with up to 12 Mbit/sec 


CAN-connector 1 ×SubD9 acc. to CiA 

USB-connector 1 × standard USB plug type A 

Power consumption max. 200 mA at 5V 


LEDs 3 × 3 mm LED 

Cable USB 1 m standard USB 

Cable CAN 2m standard CAN 

Operating temperature 0 °C to +70 °C 




EEPROM 1024 Bytes for application data 


1 × CANUSBlight 




Win 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 32 Bit 










USB-interface Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 


1 5 

6 9 



V930300000 CANUSB light 1xCAN 

V930302000 CANUSB light 1xCAN, low speed 


1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – Data 

3 + Data 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 CAN Ground 





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CAN 

52 

CANfox 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

CANfox is the latest of the Sontheim fieldbus-to-USB adapter. 

Besides its CAN-interface it contains a RS232 channel for a maximum 

of flexibility. The device can be used for monitoring of CAN 

networks, setting parameters of machines or vehicles etc. 

Housing and interfaces 

It is housed in compact plastic case and offers a 

CAN channel and a RS232 channel. CAN is of CiA 

standard SubD9 design. Its USB 2.0 interface enables 

the CANfox to be used at any laptop, embedded 

PC or desktop PC. Once you have installed the 

driver you will benefit from ‚HOT PLUG & PLAY‘ 

which is a connection of device to PC without restart. 

Consequently, CANfox offers all necessary interfaces 

located in a tiny case for mobile or stationary 

use. 

More performance, less costs 

It is the most powerful device of the Sontheim interface 

group with its 32 Bit micro-controller for data-handling. 

However, the CANfox is meant to be a 

flexible and very inexpensive tool. Thus, you can 

configure the baudrate via software and adapt it to 

your processes. A single unit is available for less 

than EUR 100,-, so please don‘t hesitate to contact 

us for an offer. 


Systems 

Key Features 


– Service 





– Education 


Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

Hardware 

– 1x CAN galvanically isolated and 1x RS232 

– Connection via USB 2.0 

– Free configuration of baud rate, incl. 800 Kbit 

– Powerful 32Bit micro-controller 

… and software 

– CoDeSys gateway-driver 

– Multi-Thread API orf own applications 

– Drivers for Windows 2000 to Windows 7 32 and 64Bit 

… at an unbeatable price 

– Single unit < 100,- € 

Comprehensive software support 

Of course, CANfox is supported by all Sontheim 

software like CANexplorer 4 for CAN-bus diagnostics 

or MDT for vehicle applications like diagnostics 

or End-of-Line processes. Additionally, with purchasing 

an interface you get the programming interface 

(API) for integrating the CANfox into your own 

software. There is also a CoDeSys support implemented 

in order to use the device for PLC and motion 

control tasks. Use it as a programming gateway 

for CoDeSys-based PLCs or for downloading 

programms directly out of a CoDeSys programming 

environment. 


Application 1 

Application … Application n 

SiECA 132 TASK 

multithread-CANapi 

SYS-Driver … SYS-Driver 

CAN-HW … CAN-HW 

physical CAN-network

CANfox Technical data 

Hardware 

Housing Compact plastic 


USB-interfaces 1 × USB standard type A, 75cm cable length 

Baud rates 50 Kbit to 1 Mbit/sec, free configuration 



LEDs 3 × 3 mm LED 

Micro-controller 32Bit NXP LPC2458 



Operating temperature -20 °C to +60 °C 

Storage temperature -40 °C to +85 °C 



1 × CANfox 




Win 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 32 and 64 Bit 










USB-interface Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 


1 5 

6 9 



V930322000 CANfox 


1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – Data 

3 + Data 


2 CAN L (low) 

3 CAN Ground 



1 5 

6 9 

2 RXD 

3 TXD 

5 GND 




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RS232/RS485 

54 

RS-combicard 

PC104+ 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

All embedded PCs with a free PC104+ slot can obtain additional 

serial interfaces by using a RS-combicard. It is a high-performance 

card according to PCI specification 2.1 with a compact architecture. 

Ideally suited for the use in the Sontheim IPCs, it provides 

up to 4 serial channels. Take your choice between RS232, 

485/422 and TTY and have them mixed together. 

Interface elements A and B 

RS232 

The RS232 interface is controlled by a Maxim MAX- 

211ECWI that is specified for a transfer speed of up to 

115 Kbaud. All channels are fully occupied, all handshake 

signals are available. 

RS485 

The RS485 interface is controlled by a Maxim 

MAX3088E that is specified for a transfer speed of up 

to 115 Kbaud. It is only possible to operate the interface 

in half duplex mode. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Compact high-performance card for PC104+ slots 

– galvanical isolation 

– Design is RoHS-compliant 

– RS485 in half duplex mode, RS232 in half or full duplex 

mode, TTY optional 

– Maximum data transfer rate of 115 KBaud 

– SYS-drivers for Windows 2000/NT4/XP, LINUX, RMOS, 

Windows 98/CE/XP embedded 

Interface elements C and D 

Channels C and D are optional and can be built as 

RS232 or 485. You will notice that the combicard is 

highly industrial-suited even with numerous different 

types of serial interfaces 

Half and full duplex mode 

BIOS settings can be used for changing the communication 

protocol within the card. Switched to 

half duplex, there is a reciprocal data transfer. Full 

duplex on the other side provides data flow in both 

directions at the same time. You can switch between 

both modes with a Dip switch on the card. 

Being in half duplex, the card switches automatically 

or software-controlled from sender to receiver. 

The evaluation is done by the micro-controller. The 

whole switching process lasts for 20 Bit times, respectively 

5%. 


RS-combicard PC104+ Technical data 

Hardware 

Dimensions (L × W × H in mm) 95,89 mm × 90,17 mm 

Power supply 3,3V or 5V 

Temperature range 

Operating: 0 °C to 55 °C 

Storage: -55 °C to 85 °C 


Hardware 

PCI-UART-controller Oxford Semiconductor OX16PCI954 

EEPROM 2k, serial 

Display 8 LEDs: 4 × green, 4 × yellow 

COM A – D Different versions with RS232, RS485 or TTY 

Transceiver for RS485 Maxim MAX3088E 

Transceiver for RS232 Maxim MAX211ECWI 

COM A 

RS232 

RS485 

COM B 

RS232 

RS485 

COM C 

RS232 

RS485 

COM D 

RS232 

RS485 

Galv. 

isolated 

Galv. 

isolated 

Galv. 

isolated 

Galv. 

isolated 

PCI-BUS-controller 

with 4 UARTs 

OX16PCI954 

serial 

EEPROM 

Decode switch settings 

Half or full duplex 



V930199000 RS-combicard-PC104+, 4 × RS485 

V930199200 RS-combicard-PC104+, 4 × RS232 

V930199300 RS-combicard-PC104+, 2 × RS232,2 × RS485 




Display 

LED 

PCI-BUS Rev 2.2 






55

PC IO-Interfaces 

56 

Multi-IO 

PC104+ digital 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

The Multi-IO card offers digital and - if required - analogue inputs 

and outputs, which adds to the standard embedded PC an 

important feature for motion control. In connection with the 

Sontheim IPC-4 you can purchase a ready-to-use PLC solution. 


There are overall 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs 

available. In addition to that, we also provide a 

version with 4 more analogue inputs and outputs 

each. It is a perfect addon card for exploiting the 

CPU power of your IPC for network controlling tasks. 

The analogue channels have a range of 0 to 10V. 

Their inputs use a resultion of 16 Bit and are sampled 

in pairs. The outputs have a 12 Bit converter. 

The Multi-IO‘s digital inputs are designed for 24V signals 

that is typically to be found in an embedded 

PC. All outputs are supplied with an external power 

source of 24V. 

There is an option for an incremental encoder. 

Card and Design 

The Multi-IO card fits into every embedded PC due 

to its PCI-conform design. Moreover, it is produced 

without using lead or lead componets (RoHS). 

Software 

The card comes along with the Sontheim API programming 

interface. It realises the access and prameterisation 

of inputs and outputs. Several data sets 

are being held simultaneously in a ring buffer for 

evaluation. The digital inputs are IRQ operable but 

can be masked. The API will then identify the IRQsource. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Compact embedded technology for usage in the Sontheim 

IPC-4 and other PCs with PC104+ 

– 8 digital inputs and outputs, galvanically isolated 

– 8 optional analogue inputs and outputs (4 each) 

– Environment-friendly RoHS design 

Multi-IO PC104+ Technical data 

Dimensions (L × B) 96 mm × 90 mm, PC104+ specification 

Weight 150 g 



Storage: –20 °C to +80 °C 

Humidity 20 % to 90 %, non-condensing 

Interfaces 

Digital inputs 8 channels, galv. isolated, up to 2 KHz 

Low: 0...8 V, High: 15...24 V 

Limit to frequency by setting of input filter 

Digital outputs 8 channels, galv. isolated, up to 2 KHz 

External supply, high side switch 

Positive switching, maximum supply 200 mA 

Analogue inputs 4 channels, galv. isolated, 2 x 2 synchronously operatable 

0...10 V or -10...+10 V, 

Sampling Rate > 10 kHz, resolution 16 Bit 

Analogue outputs 4 channels, galv. isolated, 0...10 V, 

Update rate up to 1 kHz, resolution minimum 12 Bit, 

Maximum supply 20 mA 

Software 

Drivers Windows XP 







V930193000 Multi-IO-PC104+, digital IO-card 

V930193100 Multi-IO-PC104+, digital & analogue IO-card 


PB-ZR 

PC104+ 

We offer several extension cards for the iPC-4 and in general 

for embedded PCs with PC104+ slots. Profibus ZeroRAM is a 

card for adding a Profibus slave interface to the embedded PC. 

The corresponding IC is a Profichip VPC3+C. 

ZeroRAM 

In order to guarantee a resistance to short-time power 

supply loss the card contains a NVRAM (Zero- 

RAM) with a 16 Bit data size that can be read and 

write upon via PCI-interface. The ZeroRAM is operated 

with an external battery and a gold cap buffer 

for changing the battery. 

Timer 

There is a 32 Bit timer with 3 MHz resolution on the 

card. It is able to create a cyclical interrupt with its 

comparator. The comparator value is configurable. 

Both timer and comparator can be read back via 

EPLD. 

LEDs and EPLD 

The Profibus-card provides 4 LEDs for visualisation 

of the operating status. One of them is adjusted to 

the XDATAEXCH by the Profibus IC. All other LEDs 

can be configured via EPLD which has four testing 

pads. Finally, the EPLD register for LEDs and testing 

pads is readable and writeable. 

Key Features 

– Standardised Profibus DP V0-slave interface 

– Standardised PC104+ interface 

– PCI-Controller PLX PCI9030 and Profibus IC VPC3+ 

– 5 VDC power supply via PC104+ 

– 256 Kbit NVRAM with 16 Bit data size and 32 Bit timer (33 

MHz) with a comparator for creating cyclical interrupts 

RS-combicard PC104+ Technical data 

Dimensions (L × B) 96 mm × 90 mm, PC104+ specification 

Weight Approx. 250 g 

Power supply 5 VDC via PC104+ 

Power consumption Depending on load up to 500 mA 


Storage temperature –10 °C to +70 °C 


IP-class IP20 if assembled in an IPC-4 

Interfaces 

PC Standardised PC104+ 

Profibus DP-slave 1 channel 

Display 4 LEDs (3 are configurable) 

NVRAM (ZeroRAM) 2 × Zeropower SRAM (32k × 8) 

Battery with 3 V / 230 mAh and a gold-cap 

Signal output Standard SubD9 plug 

Software 

Driver Windows 2000, XP 







V930191100 PB-ZR-PC104+,Profibus & ZeroRam 



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PC IO-Interfaces 

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CIN 

CAN-Interface 

& Ethernet- 

Bridge 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

CIN is a PCB-alone version of the Sontheim CAN adapters with 

numerous interfaces for communication. Its extended temperature 

range and a number of diagnostic functions make it a perfect 

embedded module for industrial signal-processing. 

Interfaces 

There are 4 CAN-interfaces next to 2 x single-wire 

CAN, 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs. Moreover, 

CIN uses ethernet and I²C for controlling peripheral 

components. It is possible to have it assembled either 

as a piggy-back board onto another PCB or in 

the Diag-Box as a high-performance communication 

node. The ethernet channel is also used for building 

up a gateway function for Can-to-ethernet. 


Similar to a CANUSB, CIN is equipped with error 

frame detection. This feature allows surveillance 

and monitoring of a CAN network. It has an own 

logic for detecting error frames and counting them 

up in a specific internal memory area. That is used 

for finding intermittent errors like falsified messages 

of a CAN participant. 

Level measurement 

This feature is designed for an analogue measurement 

of CAN levels. It is used for doing diagnostics 

at vehicles of all kinds or machines. Erratic level indicate 

for example short circuits. They are often responsible 

for data loss. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Freescale Micro-controller 

– Numerous interfaces 

– Internal flash and RAM memory 

– Can be used as an embedded board or within the Diag-Box 

for communications 

– High temperature range for rough environments 

– Comprehensive software support 

CIN Technical data 

Micro-controller Freescale MPC 512x with 4 CAN-interfaces 

RAM 32 MByte, optional 64 and 128 MByte 

Flash 16 MByte 

Ethernet / PHY 10 / 100 MBit 

CAN-interfaces 4 CAN-transceiver, 1. transceiver with Wake-on-CAN 

Bus termination: 120Ω, can be assembled on PCB 

Diagnostics: Error frame detection on separate FPGA for 

all channels 

Diagnostics: Analogue level measurement with simultaneous 

measuring of CAN-high and CAN-low 

CAN-channels not galvanically isolated 

Digital inputs 8, power supply 3,3V 

Digital outputs 8, power supply 3,3V, 10mA 

Single-wire-CAN 2 interfaces 

I²C 1 interfaces 

Power supply +UBat (12V or 24V), +3,3V, 5V 

Operating temperature -20 to 85°C 

Storage temperature -40 to +85°C 

Assembly Customer-specific embedded board solution or Diag-Box 

Software-Support CANexplorer 4, MDT, ODX-Editor, SiECA132 MT API and 

others on enquiry 

Additional information CAN-to-Ethernet Bridge / Gateway functionality 


Diag-Box Page 59 




V930230120 CIN MPC5123 error frame, level measurement 


Diag-Box 

Diag-Box is a very rugged signal processing unit that offers numerous 

wired and also wireless communication interfaces. It can 

used for mobile applications with a battery or as the main data 

transfer unit in a network. 

CIN and other interfaces 

There is a CIN CANopen Interface built into the Diag-Box, 

providing Ethernet, CAN and several digital 

inputs and outputs which can be used for applications 

like datalogging. Other means of communication 

are Bluetooth and W-LAN for wireless data 

transfer. The compact box can therefore be used as 

a datalogger and distribution center. However, there 

is also GPS available as an option that allows to 

do telemetry and all tasks related to fleet management. 

Diagnostics 

You will benefit from the diagnostic functions of 

the CIN board like error frame detection and analogue 

level measurement. Besides that you can add 

the Sontheim diagnostic software to it and have all 

relevant data being read out, analysed and sent 

away - independent from the locations of Diag-Box 

and user. 

Key Features 

– Integrated CIN for signal processing 

– CAN, Ethernet, digital inputs and outputs, RS232 and USB 

– Optional wireless communication 

– Diagnostic functions 

– Very rugged housing for all applications around data 

processing 

Diag-Box Technichal data 

Micro-controller Freescale MPC 512x with 4 CAN-interfaces 

RAM 32 MByte, optional 64 and 128 MB 

Flash 16 MByte 

Ethernet / PHY 10 / 100 MBit 

CAN-interfaces 4 CAN-transceiver, 1. transceiver with Wake-on-CAN 

Bus termination: 120Ω, can be assembled on PCB 

Diagnostics: Error frame detection on separate FPGA for 

all channels 

Diagnostics: Analogue level measurement with simultaneous 

measuring of CAN-high and CAN-low 

CAN-channels not galvanically isolated 

Digital inputs 8, power supply 3,3V 

Digital outputs 8, power supply 3,3V, 10mA 

Single-wire-CAN 2 interfaces 

RS232 1x, Rx, Tx, without handshake 

USB USB 2.0, USB2go 

Display LCD-Display optional 

WLAN Optional 

GSM / GPRS / EDGE / UMTS Optional 

Bluetooth Optional 

GPS Optional 

Power supply +UBat (6,5 to 32V), typically 12 to 24V 

Operating temperature -20 to 85°C 

Storage temperature -40 to +85°C 

Housing IP65 

Dimensions 240 x 220 x 60mm 

Software support CANexplorer 4, MDT, ODX-Editor, SiECA132 MT API, others 

on enquiry 

Additional information CAN-to-ethernet bridge / gateway functionality 


CIN Page 58 




V930231100 Diag-Box 



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03| 


Overview of our industrial PCs for both automation and automotive applications 



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62 


ePC 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

EPC is a modular embedded platform for being used in all areas of 

the automation sector. The design principle of bus-coupling devices 

allows extensions while the basic system remains untouched. 

Main technical advantages 

There are several different processor types of the 

ATOM family available. The chipset is known for a 

high energy efficiency and little heat waste. It has 

512 MB to 2 GB RAM onboard for small to complex 

operations. Instead of a usual HDD the ePC uses 

CFast which is the faster successor of Compact 

Flash – the system can also be booted over this interface. 

The advantage is a data transfer speed of 

up to 3 GBit/sec. Of course, all CFast cards can be 

purchased via Sontheim. A full metal housing together 

with the specific memory and CPU provides 

optimal EMV-capabilities and passive cooling event 

at high temperatures. 

Link2Go – Expand your PC! 

Modern automation applications require efficiency 

and the flexibility to adapt to changing environments 

in an individually matching way. Link2Go is a 

concept of adding extension modules quickly and 

conveniently to the ePC. However, the basic unit remains 

as it is and the user can change the modules 

later on if necessary. The range of the planned extensions 

varies from touch displays and bus couplers 

to hard disk drives and serial interfaces. There 

could even customer-specific modules be created. 

Link2Go – your personal embedded solution for the 

price of standard components. 


Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Interfaces 

The ePC incorporates many interfaces for a maximum 

of flexibility already in its basic version without 

extensions (Link2Go). There are CAN, Ethernet 

(EtherCAT-capable), digital inputs and outputs, DVI 

and USB available, allowing tasks such as PLC, CAN- 

Bus master or slave, signal processing and many 

more applications. An integrated CFast interface 

like an USB stick thought for data logging and even 

booting the system. 

Usecase automation 

Key Features 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Atom-CPU with passive cooling 

– Link2Go: Extension modules can be linked to the ePC with 

the basis module being untouched, like a fieldbus coupling 

device 

– Various interface like CAN, Ethernet, I/Os, CFast, DVI and 

USB 

– IP20 full metal housing for optimal EMV protection 

– Software-Tools for all CAN-bus tasks 

Possible use-cases 

– Embedded PC as a master for CAN control 

– Compact PLC with integrated I/Os 

– Bus-monitoring with remote capabilities 

– Master or slave bus-coupling unit 

The ePC is a master unit in the automation system and handles the control as well as 

the sensors and actors in a fieldbus network with an additional PLC functionality. 


… 

Fieldbus

ePC Technical data 

Chipset Different ATOM chipsets like 1.3 GHz / 1 GB RAM 

CPU-boards can be changed, system can be upgraded 

Dimensions (L,W,H) 120 x 115 x 111 mm 

Temperature range 0 to 60°C, extended temperature range with -40 to 

+85°C upon inquiry 

Housing Extruded aluminum sheath and metal plate components 

for withstanding EMV and quickly discharging 

heat 

TS35 din rail mounting 

IP-class IP20 

Humidity 5% - 95%, non-condensing 

Power supply 24 VDC ± 20% 

Power consumption Max. 1.2A 

RAM 512 MB to 2 GB 

HDD Slot for CFast-card or Link2Go-module, bootable 

Interfaces 2x Gigabit LAN (EtherCAT-capable) 

1x CAN according to DIN ISO 11898, galvanically isolated 

4x digital inputs according to IEC 61131-2, separate 

supply 

4x digital outputs according to IEC 61131-2, separate 

supply 

1x DVI 

4x USB 2.0 

Connecting external periphery 

components 

Mouse, keyboard and other components via USB 2.0 

Visualization via DVI or Link2Go module 

Graphics Integrated Intel® Graphics Intel® GMA 500, resolution 

up to 1.366 x 768 

LEDs Power, HDD and CAN 

Optional components W-LAN 

Separate process data memory (retain-memory) 

Extended temperature range, -40 to +85°C 

Planned Link2Go extensions RS232 /RS485 

HDD- extension 

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 

Touch-display 

Bus coupler 

IO-extension 

USB Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 

1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – data 

3 + data 



1 

8 

1 TXD+ 

2 TXD- 

3 RXD+ 

4 BIAS1 

5 BIAS1 

6 RXD- 

7 BIAS2 

8 BIAS2 


1 5 

6 9 

2 CAN L (low) 

3 CAN Ground 


Digital IOs Pin assignment 



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MDT Page 100 



1 24V power supply 

2 Digital input 0 




6 GND 

7 Digital output 0 





V971010000 ePC 


1 

2 

9 

10 

DVI Pin Pin assignment 

01 TDMS-data 2 – 

02 TDMS-data 2+ 

03 Shield TDMS-data 2,4 



06 DDC frequency 


08 Analogue: V-Sync 







22 Shield TDMS-frequency 

23 TDMS-data + 

24 TDMS-data – 

C1 Analogue: red 

C2 Analogue: green 

C3 Analogue: blue 

C4 Analogue: H-Sync 

C5 Analogue: Earth 

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IPC-4 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

In its latest generation the IPC-4 combines the Sontheim 

knowhow in modern technology and integrated solutions. It is 

perfectly suited for all tasks around automation and automotive 

applications. Due to its scaleable CPU, RAM, HDD and interfaces, 

you will have a PC that fits your application in every aspect. Both 

computing performance and number / type of interfaces offer 

various different versions for a maximum of flexibility. Of course, 

the housing is designed for a control cabinet and top hat rail 

and all interfaces are located at the front cover, enabling comfortable 

handling and well-arranged cabling. 

Scaleable performance 

We will offer you advice concerning the clockrates 

that vary between 600 MHz with an Intel Celeron M 

and 2 × 2,16 GHz with an Intel Core 2 Duo. There is also 

energy-efficient ATOM technology available. You can 

have up to 4 GByte DDR RAM built in for complex 

and resource-consuming tasks. 

Rough environments … 

The IPC-4 uses SATA HDDs that are cleared for 24/7 

operations. We are happy to switch to industrial 

temperature ranges for you. It is also possible to 

have devices with not rotating parts like Solid State 

Disks (SSD) which will guarantee you highest process 

reliability even in very rough environments. 

Many interfaces in a compact design 

The IPC-4 offers 6 × USB 2.0, 2 × Gigabit Ethernet (10 

/ 100 / 1000 BaseT), 2 serial interfaces, a DVI and a 

VGA slot. Additionally, there is a CF slot implemented. 

You will note that the device facilitates a clear 

arrangement of cabling with all interfaces being allocated 

at the front cover. The side parts are reserved 

for cooling fans and heat exhaust. Little cooling 

fins add up to controlling any heat. 


Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Left side = standard, right side = flexible 

Probably the most important advantage of the IPC- 

4 is its modular design that is suited for customerspecific 

extensions. PCI104 and pC104+ cards are up 

to most individual requirements like CAN, FireWire, 

digital and analogue inputs and outputs, Framegrabber 

and many more functions. 

32 KB battery-buffered ZERO-RAM 

The IPC will save runtime variables in this RAM memory 

for you in order to keep them in a case of a 

loss of power. 

Usecase automation 

Key Features 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– High performance 

– Scaleable computing power 

– Additional interfaces can easily be added 

– Suited for rough environments 

– Industrial-suited due to integrated power adaptor and 

cooling system 

– All interfaces at the front cover 

IPC-4 is a master unit in the automation system and handles the control as well as 

the sensors and actors in a fieldbus network. 


… 

Fieldbus

IPC-4 Technical data 

Housing Compact aluminum case with integrated top hat rail 

(TS35) 

Dimensions (L,W,H) 244 mm (+ 10 mm minimum space to the left and 

right) × 121 mm × 95 mm (without connectors) 

Weight 1,5 kg 


Operating: 0°C – 45°C, optional with automotive HDD or 

Industrial CF-card (-20°C – 65°C);* 

* active cooling 

Storage: -20°C – 65°C 


Power supply 24 VDC ± 20% (for standard versions) 

24 VDC -25%/+30% (for GL-versions, German Lloyd) 

Power supply for automotive area available on enquiry 

Power adaptor (integrated) ATX – compatible, Wake-Up via LAN supported 

Status LEDs 

5V - LED inlluminated when connected to power supply 

* please see the manual for further 

Device ready for start / started* 

information 

Run - shows operating status of the IPC-4* 

Err – Errors cause the error LED to blink* 

Rel - LED is ilumintaed when relay adduct, turns off at 

dropout (Pin 12, 11 & 14) * 

HDD - shows the status of the internal HDD and the 

CF-card* 

Buttons SHDN – Start resp. automatic shutdown and power off, 

as long as ACPI is activated. 

Reset - Causes a warm boot 

HDD 2.5“ HDD (SATA or IDE up to 9,5mm hight) 

Power consumption at 24V DC 

Max. power consumption 1,0 to 2,0A 

** without external periphery 

Start-up current 2,5 to 4,5A 

Support of periphery components 

via USB 

CD-/DVD-ROM; CD-/DVD-RW; HDDs, USB-sticks, mouse 

and keyboard, other peripheral components 

Certificates EMV acc. to CE with EN 61000-6-4:2007, EN 55022:2006, 

EN 61000-6-2:2005, 

EN 61000-4-2:1995 + A1:1998 + A2:2001, EN 61000-4- 

3:2006, EN 61000-4-4:2004, 

EN 61000-4-5:2006, EN 61000-4-6:1996 + A1:2001 

GL (on inquiry) 

Interfaces 

Power / Watchdog 1 × power supply, 1 × relay, 1 × remote 

VGA Depending on COM Express module (see CPU types) 

DVI 1 × DVI (resolution 640 × 480 to 1600 × 1200, depending 

on display) 

CF CF-card acc. to specification 4.1 (CF UDMA Mode 0-4, PIO 

Mode 0-6) 

USB flash memory Internal slot for DiskonModule flash memory via USB 2.0 

Ethernet LAN1 Gigabit ethernet, Realtek RTL8111 10 / 100 / 1000 

BaseT 

LAN2 Intel 82573L 10 / 100 / 1000 BaseT interface via 

PCIexpress lane 

USB 6 × USB 1.1 / 2.0 up to 480 MBit 

power output 500 mA each 

Serial interfaces 2 × standard RS232 (with all handshake-signals), 

galvanic isolation optional (up to 2 kV) 

PCI104 or PC104+ 2x PCI104 or PC104+ slots for customer-specific 

interfaces 

Optional PC104+ cards - CAN-Bus 

- FireWire 

- Serial interfaces (RS232 / RS485 / RS422) 

- Profibus 

- Framegrabber 

- Digital / analogue inputs and outputs 

- Customer-specific functions 

CPU-types 

600 MHz CPU Intel Celeron M 600 MHz, ULV, 512 KByte Cache, FSB 

400 MHz 

RAM SO-DIMM DDR2 DDR533/ PC4200 up to 2 GByte 

Chipset Graphics & memory controller hub: Intel 915GME 

IO-controller hub: Intel 82801FBM (ICH6-M 

VGA resolution Up to 2048 × 1536 (75 Hz) 

1,5 GHz CPU Intel Celeron M 370 1.5 GHz, 1 MByte Cache, FSB 400 MHz 





2 × 2,16 GHz CPU Intel Core 2 Duo T7400, 2.16 GHz, (4M Cache, 667 MHz 

FSB, 65nm), socket mPGA479M 

RAM 2 sockets, SO-DIMM DDR2 667/PC5300 up to 4 GByte, 3 

GByte usable 


IO-controller hub: Intel 82801GHM (ICH7M-DH) 




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1 

8 

1 TXD+ 

2 TXD- 

3 RXD+ 

4 BIAS1 

5 BIAS1 

6 RXD- 

7 BIAS2 

8 BIAS2 

VGA Pin Pin assignment 

1 Red 

2 Green 

3 Blue 

13 HSync 

14 VSync 

12 DDC-data 

15 DDC-clock 

9 5V 

5-8,10 GND 

4,11 NC 

COM1 Pin Pin assignment 

1 5 

6 9 


1 2 3 4 

1 DCD 

2 RXD 

3 TXD 

4 DTR 

5 GND 

6 DSR 

7 RTS 

8 CTS 

9 RI 

1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – data 

3 + data 



Extensions 

– PC104-HiLo-CAN for up to 2 additional CAN-channels 

– Multi-IO-PC104+ for up to 8 digital IOs each and as an option 

4 analogue IOs each 

– RS-combicard-PC104+ 4 RS232/RS485 interfaces 

– LEDcc-PC104 for controlling LED units 

– PB-ZR-PC104+ for Profibus control 

– FireWire-PC104+ for up to 3 FireWire-channels 





MDT Page 100 




V969000600 IPC-4; 600 MHz Intel Celeron M 

V969001500 IPC-4; 1,5 GHz Intel Celeron M 370 

V969002100 IPC-4; 2 × 2,16 GHz Intel Core2Duo T7400 

Equipment / Adaptation 

V990230000 IPC-4 Customizing 






















C5 Analogue: Masse 


Quality 

We are committed to offering our customers first-class quality. As a conse- 

quence of that we have been following a quality management system 

according to ISO 9001:2000 since 1999. 

In addition to that we put great emphasis on a continuous improvement of 

our processes in order to increase our capabilities in a steady way. That is 

why we reinvest into latest technology in our development and production 

units. 



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68 

04| Terminals 

Overview of our mobile PCs for CAN-diagnostics and HMI with integrated visualisation 



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70 

Terminals 

MobiCAN 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Diagnostic processes in CAN-networks require a quick visualisation 

and different means of communication in a compact device. Mobi- 

CAN responds to that as a mobile industrial PC with visualisation. 

Use it for monitoring, flashing or analysing CAN-networks and 

handle layer 7-protocols like CANopen or SAE J1939. 

CPU, memory and display 

The MobiCAN‘s CPU is an Intel® Atom Micro-processor 

with a low energy-consumption and high 

performance. You can have 512 MByte to 1 GByte 

DDR2 RAM and an iSATA memory with 4 GByte capacity 

as memory units. Of course, you can use the 

USB-slots for storing data as well and have a big 

amount of memory for data-logging or ECU flashing. 

There is a 7” touch display integrated that has 

configurable softkeys on both sides. 

Interfaces and CAN features 

The terminal provides 2 CAN-channels with M12 

plugs (male and female). Data transfer is handled 

by a 32 Bit ARM7 micro-controller. External periphery 

like mouse or keyboard are simply connected 

via USB2.0. MobiCAN provides an ethernet port via 

M12 with a bandwith of 100 MBit. There is also an 

error frame detection implemented for filtering error 

messages and sending them to the host system. 

By periodically measuring the CAN-high and CANlow 

levels you can monitor the status of the CANnetwork. 


Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Maximum usability by intelligent power supply 

and ergonomic design 

Besides its computing power for network diagnostics 

MobiCAN has different functions that a useful 

to service technicians who take the MobiCAN with 

them. If it is used in a fix location in a control cabinet 

as a HMI you can have it supplied with 10 to 32V 

via CAN-connector. Being on an outdoor deployment 

on the way from one assignment to the next, 

the terminal can be supplied via accumulator and 

vehicle power supply. The housing is ergonomically 

designed and has a pressure-compensation element. 

Water can enter the plugs but not the interior 

of the housing. Overall, the device reaches an IPclass 

of 64. 

MobiCAN in use 

Key Features 

– Quick visualisation of CAN-data 

– Powerful and energy-saving ATOM-CPU 

– Numerous communication channels 

– Accumulator for mobile use 

– Rugged housing for outdoor-applications 

– Windows operating system for own software tools 

Possible Usecases 

– Service 


– HMI 

– Data-logging 

– Flash-processes in vehicles 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

MobiCAN is suited for both the automation and automotive sector as it incorporates 

a CAN interface and several wireless communication channels. 


MobiCAN Technical data 

CPU ATOM 1,1 oder 1,6 GHz (auf Anfrage) 

RAM 512 MByte bis 1 GByte 

Datenspeicher iSATA-Speicher mit 4 GByte 

Unterstützte CAN-Interfaces CANUSB, CANfox, CANUSBlight, weitere auf Anfrage 

verfügbar 

Display 7“ WVGA 800 x 480, fit for sunlight 

Touch Resistiv 

CAN 2x CAN auf 2x M12 Konnektor (2x Buchse) 

USB 2x USB 2.0, Schnittstelle „A“ 

Ethernet 1x Ethernet, 100 MBit, M12 

Tasten 3x, An/Aus, Display dunkler, Display heller 

Schnittstellenzugriff Von unten, bzw. drahtlos 

Mobile Stromversorgung Integrierter NiMH 

Schutzart IP62 

Versorgungsspannung 10-32V, über CAN-M12-Schnittstellen 

Arbeitstemperaturbereich 0 bis 50°C 

Lagertemperaturbereich -10 bis 60°C 

WLAN und Bluetooth Beide Funktionen auf Anfrage erhältlich 


1 2 3 4 




MDT Page 100 



1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – data 

3 + data 


CAN1 with VCC (left connector) Pin Pin assignment 

3 4 

5 

2 1 


V930090000 MobiCAN 1,1 GHz 

V980641200 Power adaptor 

V980661000 Ethernet cable (RJ45 plug on M12) 

V980662000 CAN-cable for CAN1 incl. VCC 

V980662100 CAN-cable for CAN2 


1 CAN-GND 

2 10-32V Power supply 

3 0V Power supply 

4 CAN-High 

5 CAN-Low 

Con. Connector thread is shield 

CAN2 (center connector) Pin Pin assignment 

3 4 

5 

2 1 

1 CAN-GND 

2 - 

3 - 

4 CAN-High 

5 CAN-Low 

Con. Connector thread is shield 

Ethernet (right connector) Pin Pin assignment 

3 4 

5 

2 1 

1 - 

2 Tx+ (transmit data +) 

3 Rx+ (receive data +) 

4 Tx- (transmit data -) 

5. Rx- (receive data -) 

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Terminals 

Panel-PC 8000 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Panel-PC 8000 combines the flexibility of our industrial PCs with a 

rigid control and display panel. Due to its robust design, it is highly 

suited for machine control and HMI purposes. 

Equipment and display 

Its components are similar to the MobiCAN. A 1.1 

GHz ATOM processor provides computing power at 

low energy consumption. There are 512 MB RAM 

available as well as an integrated SD-card with 2 GB 

for applications. The terminal contains a control 

and display panel for visualising data and operating 

software tools. Consequently, Panel-PC 8000 is 

an ideal HMI. 

Interfaces 

The terminal provides 2 CAN-channels with M12 

plugs. External periphery like mouse or keyboard 

are simply connected via USB2.0. It provides an ethernet 

port via M12 with a bandwith of 100 MBit. 

Flexibility via PCI extensions 

The two extension slots enable an integration of additional 

extensions. There are many different versions of 

extension cards available, much like our IPC-4: CAN, 

FireWire, digital and analogue inputs and outputs, 

Profibus and many more functions can be integrated 

for a customer-specific solution. Panel-PC 8000 can 

therefore be used as a standard-HMI or as an individually 

tailored control system. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

– Robust terminal for machine control 

– Powerful and energy-saving ATOM-CPU 

– Extension slots for individual adaptations 

– Wall-mount arm for flexible usage 

Robust design 

HMIs in production facilities might be exposed to 

temperature changes, splash water and mechanical 

forces. Panel-PC 8000 is designed to withstand 

such effects with the help of a robust design. No 

water can enter the housing. All connectors have 

an inward barrier. The foil keyboard with extra large 

buttons is made for bigger gloves. Finally, a wall 

mount arm can be used for having the terminal 

mounted outside of a control cabinet. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

Possible Usecases 

– HMI for machine control 

– Central processing unit with CAN master capability 

– ECU flashing 


Panel-PC 8000 Technical data 

Housing Plastic housing with wall mount arm 

Dimensions (L,W,H) 308 mm × 283 mm × 80 mm 

Weight 3,00 kg 

Temperature range Operation: 0°C – 45°C, Storage: -10°C – 55°C 


IP-Class IP65 

Current supply 24 VDC ± 20% via CAN-M12 interfaces 

CPU ATOM 1,1 GHz 

RAM 512 MByte 

Memory Internal SSD ATA SolidStateDrive-Flash, 512 MB 

Internal SD-Slot with integrated 2GB SD-card 

Other SD-cards available upon enquiry 

Supported CAN-interfaces CANUSB, CANfox, CANUSBlight, others upon enquiry 

Touch Resistive 

CAN 2x CAN via 2x M12 connectors (2x female) 

USB 2x USB 2.0, interface „A“ 

Ethernet 1x Ethernet, 100 MBit, M12 

Buttons / Foil keyboard 19 buttons incl. keypad and navigation 

LEDs 2 LEDs for monitoring current supply and errors 

Touch Screen 

Size 7“ 

Resolution 800 x 480, 262 colours 

Surface Anti-glare and wide view 

USB-interface Contact Pin assignment 

Products of interest Page 62 




Art.-Nr. Description 

V970001000 Panel-PC 8000 


1 2 

3 4 

1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – Data 

3 + Data 


CAN1 with VCC Contact Pin assignment 

3 4 

5 

2 1 

1 CAN-GND 

2 24V +/- 20% Current supply 

3 0V Current supply 

4 CAN-High 

5 CAN-Low 

CAN2 Contact Pin assignment 

3 4 

5 

2 1 

1 CAN-GND 

2 

3 

4 CAN-High 

5 CAN-Low 

Ethernet Contact Pin assignment 

3 

4 

2 1 

1 Tx+ (transmit data +) 

2 Rx+ (receive data +) 

3 Tx- (transmit data -) 

4 Rx- (receive data -) 

5. Connector thread is shield 

4 Terminals 

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05| PLCs 

The Sontheim programmable logic controllers (PLC) with CoDeSys 



75

PLCs 

76 

µ-FlexControl 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

µ-FlexControl is a programmable logic controller (PLC) with 16 

digital inputs and outputs each. It uses CoDeSys 2.3 that combines 

all programming languages. Therefore, the small PLC has a 

wide area of possible deployments. 


The ARM7 micro-controller benefits from CoDeSys 

as a runtime system which gets the most out of its 

performance and makes it programmable at will. 

The PLC works with the configured values autonomously. 

Hardware support 

µ-FlexControl supports various hardware due to 

the CoDeSys runtime system. It can easily be connected 

to other CAN-modules for a decentralised 

position in a CAN-network. 

CAN-Interface 




Sontheim CAN-interfaces comply to ISO11898 with 

a transfer rate of up to 1 Mbit. The signals can be acquired 

via RJ45 plug. 

Display and switches 

Sontheim follows a design concept of free configuration 

of hardware and software. That is why our PLCs 

can be adapted according to the requirements of 

your processes. There is a 7-segment display integrated 

which content can be programmed by you. Similar 

to our IO-modules, you can also set baudrate and 

module address with four HEX-switches. 

Debugging-Funktionen 

CANopen facilitates numerous functions for reaching 

high process reliability and stability such as 

ints, write, force, step, data trace and remote debugging 

via CAN. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– CoDeSys 2.3 based 

– IEC in flash memory does not need to be loaded again. 

– Debugging functions 

– Cycle time of 1 ms 

– Configurable switches and 7-segment display 

µ-FlexControl Technical data 

Runtime system CoDeSys V2.3 

Memory 

Process replica Input 1024 Bytes, output 1024 Bytes 

Marker 1024 flags with 8 Bits each 

Size of IEC coder 640 KByte 

Size of data width 128 Kbyte 

Maximum amount of POUs 512 

Remanence IEC code in flash memory 

Cycle time 1 ms 

Programming IEC61131-3 via CAN on PC 

Debugging Changes in programs and variables, online monitor, expiration 

control, ints, write, force, step, data trace and remote debugging 

via CAN 

CAN-interface According to ISO11898, galvanically isolated, plug version RJ45 

Protocol CANopen with a CANopen Master 

Data transfer rate 1 MBit 


Number of inputs 16, galvanically isolated 


Switching level „1“ +15.0V ... +28.8V 

Switching level „0“ 0V ... +8,0V 





Type of switch FET - Highside switch 


Iout Max 1A 

fg 

1 kHz 

Short-circuit-proof Yes 

Signal delay < 100μs 







V966307000 µ-FlexControl 


IPC- 

FlexControl 

Our most powerful PLC benefits from the modular concept of the 

IPC-4. You can quickly integrate extension cards for additional interfaces 

and qonsequently adapt the PLC to your processes. 

QNX 

As an operating system we advise you to use QNX 

which is already widely accepted as an OS for timecritical 

applications. Drivers, protocols and programs 

are running in a memory-buffered area that 

does not afflict the system core in case of a failure. 

CoDeSys V.3 

Control and visualisation is realised with CoDeSys 

V3 according to IEC 61131-3. It is a soft-PLC for X86 

and 32 Bit-operated embedded systems, containing 

a realtime-kernel and a visualisation for automation 

systems. 

Scaleable performance 

We will offer you advice concerning the clockrates 

that vary between 600 MHz with an Intel Celeron M 

and 2 × 2,16 GHz with an Intel Core 2 Duo. There is also 

energy-efficient ATOM technology available. You can 

have up to 4 GByte DDR RAM built in for complex 

and resource-consuming tasks. 

Rough environments … 

The IPC-4 uses SATA HDDs that are cleared for 24/7 

operations. We are happy to switch to industrial 

temperature ranges for you. It is also possible to 

have devices with not rotating parts like Solid State 

Disks (SSD) which will guarantee you highest process 

reliability even in very rough environments. 

Key Features 

– QNX for time-critical applications 

– CoDeSys-based soft-PLC 

– High performance and additional interfaces possible 

– Scaleable performance 

– Suited for rough environments 

– Integrated power supply and cooling fan 

– All interfaces located on front cover 

Many interfaces in a compact design 

The IPC-4 offers 6 × USB 2.0, 2 × Gigabit Ethernet (10 

/ 100 / 1000 BaseT), 2 serial interfaces, a DVI and a 

VGA slot. Additionally, there is a CF slot implemented. 

You will note that the device facilitates a clear 

arrangement of cabling with all interfaces being allocated 

at the front cover. The side parts are reserved 

for cooling fans and heat exhaust. Little cooling 

fins add up to controlling any heat. 

Left side = standard, right side = flexible 

Probably the most important advantage of the IPC- 

4 is its modular design that is suited for customerspecific 

extensions. PCI104 and pC104+ cards are up 

to most individual requirements like CAN, FireWire, 

digital and analogue inputs and outputs, Framegrabber 

and many more functions. 

32 KB battery-buffered ZERO-RAM 

The IPC will save runtime variables in this RAM memory 

for you in order to keep them in a case of a 

loss of power. 


5 PLCs 

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IPC-FlexControl Technical data 

Housing Compact aluminum case with integrated top hat rail 

(TS35) 

Dimensions (L,W,H) 244 mm (+ 10 mm minimum space to the left and 

right) × 121 mm × 95 mm (without connectors) 

Weight 1,5 kg 


Operating: 0°C – 45°C, optional with automotive HDD 

or Industrial CF-card (-20°C – 65°C);* 

* active cooling 

Storage: -20°C – 65°C 


Power supply 24 VDC ± 20% (for standard versions) 

24 VDC -25%/+30% (for GL-versions, German Lloyd) 

Power supply for automotive area available on enquiry 

Power adaptor (integrated) ATX – compatible, Wake-Up via LAN supported 

Status LEDs 

5V - LED illuminated when connected to power supply 

Device ready for start / started* 

* please see the manual for further 

information 

Run - shows operating status of the IPC-4* 

Err – Errors cause the error LED to blink* 

Rel - LED is ilumintaed when relay adduct, turns off at 

dropout (Pin 12, 11 & 14) * 

HDD - shows the status of the internal HDD and the 

CF-card* 

Buttons SHDN – Start resp. automatic shutdown and power off, 

as long as ACPI is activated. 

Reset - Causes a warm boot 

HDD 2.5“ HDD (SATA or IDE up to 9,5mm hight) 

Power consumption at 24V DC 

Max. power consumption 1,0 to 2,0A 

Start-up current 2,5 to 4,5A 

** without external periphery 

Support of periphery components 

via USB 

CD-/DVD-ROM; CD-/DVD-RW; HDDs, USB-sticks, mouse 

and keyboard, other peripheral components 

Certificates EMV acc. to CE with EN 61000-6-4:2007, EN 55022:2006, 

EN 61000-6-2:2005, 

EN 61000-4-2:1995 + A1:1998 + A2:2001, EN 61000-4- 

3:2006, EN 61000-4-4:2004, 

EN 61000-4-5:2006, EN 61000-4-6:1996 + A1:2001 

GL (on inquiry) 

Interfaces 

Power / Watchdog 1 × power supply, 1 × relay, 1 × remote 

VGA Depending on COM Express module (see CPU types) 

DVI 1 × DVI (resolution 640 × 480 to 1600 × 1200, depending 

on display) 

CF CF-card acc. to specification 4.1 (CF UDMA Mode 0-4, 

PIO Mode 0-6) 

USB flash memory Internal slot for DiskonModule flash memory via USB 

2.0 

Ethernet LAN1 Gigabit ethernet, Realtek RTL8111 10 / 100 / 1000 

BaseT 

LAN2 Intel 82573L 10 / 100 / 1000 BaseT interface via 

PCIexpress lane 

USB 6 × USB 1.1 / 2.0 up to 480 MBit 

power output 500 mA each 

Serial interfaces 2 × standard RS232 (with all handshake-signals), 

galvanic isolation optional (up to 2 kV) 

PCI104 or PC104+ 2x PCI104 or PC104+ slots for customer-specific 

interfaces 

Optional PC104+ cards - CAN-Bus 

- FireWire 

- Serial interfaces (RS232 / RS485 / RS422) 

- Profibus 

- Framegrabber 

- Digital / analogue inputs and outputs 

- Customer-specific functions 

CPU-types 

600 MHz CPU Intel Celeron M 600 MHz, ULV, 512 KByte Cache, FSB 

400 MHz 





1,5 GHz CPU Intel Celeron M 370 1.5 GHz, 1 MByte Cache, FSB 400 

MHz 





2 × 2,16 GHz CPU Intel Core 2 Duo T7400, 2.16 GHz, (4M Cache, 667 MHz 

FSB, 65nm), socket mPGA479M 

RAM 2 sockets, SO-DIMM DDR2 667/PC5300 up to 4 GByte, 

3 GByte usable 


IO-controller hub: Intel 82801GHM (ICH7M-DH) 


Additional information 

Operating system QNX 

Runtime system CoDeSys 



1 

8 

1 TXD+ 

2 TXD- 

3 RXD+ 

4 BIAS1 

5 BIAS1 

6 RXD- 

7 BIAS2 

8 BIAS2 

VGA Pin Pin assignment 

1 Red 

2 Green 

3 Blue 

13 HSync 

14 VSync 

12 DDC-data 

15 DDC-clock 

9 5V 

5-8,10 GND 

4,11 NC 

COM1 Pin Pin assignment 

1 5 

6 9 


1 2 3 4 

1 DCD 

2 RXD 

3 TXD 

4 DTR 

5 GND 

6 DSR 

7 RTS 

8 CTS 

9 RI 

1 VCC (VBUS) 

2 – data 

3 + data 



Extensions 

– PC104-HiLo-CAN for up to 2 additional CAN-channels 

– Multi-IO-PC104+ for up to 8 digital IOs each and as an option 

4 analogue IOs each 

– RS-combicard-PC104+ 4 RS232/RS485 interfaces 

– LEDcc-PC104 for controlling LED units 

– PB-ZR-PC104+ for Profibus control 

– FireWire-PC104+ for up to 3 FireWire-channels 





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V969000600 IPC-4; 600 MHz Intel Celeron M 

V969001500 IPC-4; 1,5 GHz Intel Celeron M 370 

V969002100 IPC-4; 2 × 2,16 GHz Intel Core2Duo T7400 

Equipment / Adaptation 

V990230000 IPC-4 Customizing 























C5 Analogue: Masse 

5 PLCs 

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PLCs 

80 

CANopen 

Master 

Soft ware 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

You are able to respond to any CAN-controlling task like configuration, 

control and manipulation of even the most complex 

CAN networks with the CANopen Master Software. In addition 

to that you will save time by creating pools of standard configuratoin 

sets and have your fieldbus working in very little time. 

Supported standards 

The software complies with CiA DS 301 for communication 

with OSI layer 7. A comprehensive and 

cleanly programmed CANopen handling is especially 

for the master in such a network essential. 

Thus, the software also contains CiA DSP405 for 

IEC11313-programmable devices. 

Hardware + 

Firmware 

API function calls (NMT, SDO …) 

NMT-Manager 

PDO-Manager 

API 

Application 

Software-DPRAM 

Commonly used memory 

CANopen Engine 

CAN basic driver 

SDO-Manager 

RecvMsg-Manager 

Guarding Timer 

PowerCAN 

CANopen device 1 CANopen device 2 

CANopen device n 

Process data PDO 

PCI-Bus 

CAN-Bus 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

– NMT master or slave 

– SDO-manager 

– SYNC server or client 

– Minimum boot-up of CANopen devices 

– Expedited server and client SDOs 

– Cyclic, synchrone and asynchrone PDOs 

– Identifier are allocated while creating the device- and 

network configuration 

– Error handling according to CANopen 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

CANopen Master Software Technical data 

SYNC function Implemented 

Emergency messages Implemented 

Boot-up messages Implemented 

Node Status Displayed in software 

Supported CAN-interfaces PowerCAN-PCI V1 and V2, PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 

InitNode function Implemented 

Heartbeat Supported 

Timestamp service Supported 

SDO communication Supported 

Functions of the software 

By using the Sontheim CANopen Master Software 

you will be able to control digital and analogue 

CANopen devices. The driver as a NMT master is responsible 

for starting up the network and monitoring 

it. It also synchronises the slaves and handles all 

data transfer. CANopen Master Software is capable 

of dealing with simple to most complex CAN environments. 






V940601000 CANopen Master Software 

V940610000 CANopen Master Software Runtime (128 PDOs) 




Visual CANopen 

VisualCANopen is the complement to the CANopen Master Software. 

With its user-friendly graphical interface it allows a comfortable 

configuration and parametrisation of all CANopen 

nodes in a CAN network. 

Easy configuration 

With the help of device data (EDS-files) Visual CA- 

Nopen will configure CAN-nodes for you. Those 

data will be compiled with the program „DCFCon- 

BIN“. All data that has been created with Visual CA- 

Nopen can be transfered to CANopen Master Software. 

Therefore, it provides a complete and easy 

configuration of CAN networks via modified EDXdata. 

Key Features 

– Display and processing of RPDOS, TPDOs and whole nodes 

– Saving and loading of whole project configurations 

– Writing of DCF-files and compiling via DCFConBin 

Visual CANopen Technical data 

Allocation of elements Tree structure with PDOs on the left 

Information on the right 

Data type VisualCANOpenFile (.vcof) 

Data classes – DK1: Information about a complete project, its values and 

changes to each node 

– DK2: Allocation of HTREEITEMs and the rest of information 

– DK3: Recording of global path information 

– DK4: Self-programmed functions 

– DK5: Recording of data that is created while reading out a 

specific folder (all folders and EDS-data) 

Writing of DCF-data – Changes to entries will be collected from the data class 

CProjectData and written into the corresponding EDS-file. 

– Object list will be converted to a DCF-file. 

DCFConBIN Compilation of DCF-file 

Drivers Available for Windows 2000 and XP 








V940602000 Visual CANopen 


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PLCs 

82 

rt AIDiA 

API 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Rt AIDiA (realtime- Automation API for Immediate Direct IO-Access) 

is an innovative API for realtime control of CAN applications 

with the operating systems Windows 2000 and XP. It is aimed 

at enabling a highspeed control of CAN-participants. 

Development in your standard system 

The realtime API facilitates developing in the commonly 

used systems with no training necessary for 

C++ or Delphi software engineers. It is also possible 

to use customer-specific control software in combination 

with the API. 

“Highspeed“ at “low requirements“ 

The innovative realtime environment for Windows 

enables you to control CANopen modules with a 

frequency of 5 KHz. A timer module guarantees its 

realtime capabilities. While working with the software, 

you will develop and work in a conventional 

way in a user-mode. However, after finishing and 

testing, it will create a DLL that is processed in kernel-mode 

with highest priority of the operating 

systems. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Realtime CAN environment for Windows 2000 and XP 

– Cycle times of 200 µsec with a jitter of < 5 % 

– Data communication and exchange via shared memory 

– CANopen protocol stack 

– Interface for applications between user software and 

realtime-kernel 

– No training for complex realtime development tools 

necessary 

rt AIDiA Technical data 

Software requirements 

PC-Hardware Standard CPU with minimum 400 MHz 

Memory Min. 256 MB 

CAN-hardware Intelligent CAN-card of the PowerCAN-family with 2 CANinterfaces 

2.0B 

Software development system Borland Delphi and Windows Visual C++ 

Realtime-module CANopen stack 

Overview 

Application – Visualisation of process data 

– Parametrisation 

– Suitable for any Windows applications 

Kernel – Shared memory for data transfer and CANopen master 

configuration 

– Protocol stacks 

– User application 

– Fieldbus basic communication 

Debugging – For machine control with cycle time of 1 ms 

– Realised on application layer 

Clipping – All actor and sensor data in shared memory 

– Synchronisation of data in 100msec rate via process parameter 

module 

– User data exchange module for transport between control 

software and application layer 

Control – Execution of control with up to 256 individual tasks 

– Timer 

– Sequencer 

– Datentransfer to application 

Additional information 

Operating system Windows 2000 and XP 








V940200000 rt AIDiA 



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Motion control 

Overview of our motor control section 



85

CAN 

86 

SMC 100 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

SMC100 is a stepper motion controller for bipolar 2-phase stepper 

motors. Similar to VC105 and MC105 the controller offers 

some functions for configuration and safety. You will benefit 

from an integrated logic module for configuring and saving 

operating data. 

Housing 





working at the bus cabling. You can also set module 

address and baud rate in short time via DIPswitch. 

Stepper motor 

All connected stepper motors are current-controlled. 

Either 24V or 48V stepper motors with up to 

10A can be dealt with. The current in each phase is 

seperately controlled. Finally, stanby current can be 

adjusted to the nominal current between 0 and 

100%. 

Operation modes 

You can switch between full, half and micro-step. 

There is an incremental encoder with a resolution 

of 16 Bit available as well. 

Safety first 

The current limit can be configured and saved as a 

basis value, avoiding errors in the calculation. Like 

all our controlling devices SMC100 also contains an 

emergency-stop function which is activated as 

soon as it registers a lack of bus communication. 

Industrial PCs Terminals PLCs Motion 

Control 

Key Features 

Printing 

Systems 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Control of 2 bipolar 2-phase stepper motors 

– Phase current of up to 10A 

– 4 galvanically isolated inputs and outputs 

– CAN-interface according to DIN ISO 11898 

– Own intelligence for self-regulation and data organisation 

– Free configuration and saving of operating data 

– Compact IP20 case with integrated top hat rail 

SMC100 Technical data 

Hardware 

Power supply of motors Separated, 24V/48V DC up to max. 10A 

µ-Controller Texas Instruments TMS320 DSP 

Fieldbus CANopen according to DS402 

Interfaces 4 dig. inputs / 4 dig. outputs, galvanically isolated, opt. 1 

encoder-interface 

Operating modes 1/1, 1/2, Micro-step 

Power supply 24V DC/ 48V DC 

Housing Aluminum case with IP 20 



Humidity 90% non-condensing 




Dimensions 115 x 45 x 118mm (WxHxD) 

Baud rate and Pins Range Baud / assignment 






0 10 

1 20 

2 50 

3 125 

4 250 

5 500 

6 800 

7 1000 

2 CAN L (low) 

3 GND 



V966295400 SMC 100 


MC105 Key Features 

MC105 is a motion controller for up to 4 DC motors. Similar to the 

VC105, it has various possibilities for configuration, safety functions 

and a high user-friendliness. An integrated logic module automatically 

sets and saves all relevant operation data. The motors 

are all current-controlled. It is possible to handle 24V DC motors 

with up to 5A via incremental encoder with a resolution of up to 

12 Bit. 



as a basis value in order to avoid miscalculations. 

The integrated emergency-stop function is activated 

as soon as it registers a lack of bus communication. 


1 

8 

1 TX+ 

2 TX– 

3 RX+ 

4 – 

5 – 

6 RX– 

7 – 

8 – 




handling 


MC105 Technical data 

Hardware 











LEDs VCC 

RUN 

ERROR 



1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 


RM35 standard and light-modules Seite 14 

Industrial PCs Seite 62 

PowerCAN-cards Seite 45 



V966295000 MC105-4 EtherCAT 



2 0V (supply) 



5 A (Encoder) 

6 B (Encoder) 

7 0 V (Encoder) 

8 + (Motor) 

9 – (Motor) 

6 Motion Control 

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Printing systems 

Have a look at our EvoPrint for indsutrial printing tasks 



89

Printing systems 

90 

Evo 

Print 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

EvoPrint is a TIJ 2.5-based industrial printing system for the quick 

and precise prrinting on different surfaces. Key advantages are 

its different inks for changing print media, a high quality at high 

velocities and an easy integration into existing processes. 

User-PC 1 

Integration 

You can integrate the EvoPrint into your production 

line without changing it - the printing system requires 

neither an additional process step nor an extra 

PC. Consequently, you will save process time 

and costs. 

Printing 

At a printing speed of 3m/sec you will reach a resolution 

of 300 dpi, making EvoPrint faster than most 

other devices. A diagonal arrangement of print 

heads allows a print height of 50mm per line. You 

are absolutely free in choosing the printed content. 

The system is capable of printing text, barcodes, 

datamatrix or graphics. 

Example for a system integration 

s 

er 

Driver 

32 Bit Micro-processor 

Incremental encoder 

Cartdridge 1 

Cartdridge 2 

Cartdridge 3 

Cartdridge 4 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

Technically advanced! 

– 300dpi at a printing speed of 180m/min 

– Active velocity compensation and a detection of the current 

printing direction 

– Assembly in machine or on moving axes 

– Printing of text, 1D & 2D barcodes as well as graphics 

– No changes to production process 

Possible usecases 

– Packaging 

– Wood-processing 

– Special engineering 

– Pharma packaging 

– Materials handling 

– Plant engineering 

– Other industries with highspeed printing tasks 

Area of application 

Due to a very compact design, MobiCAN can be integrated 

into processes in many packaging and 

handling processes. Moreover, it can be assembled 

statically or moving on 2 axes. Have it mounted in a 

90° angle for printing on packages from left and 

right. 

Velocity compensation 

Printing systems face grat challenges as soon as 

they have to manage changes in speed or direction 

of printing. An active and fieldbus-controlled compensation 

of both accelerating and decelerating 

avoids stretching or rupture of the printed image. 

Direction monitoring 

More complex production processes often lead to 

rapid changes in the movement of the objects that 

shall be printed upon. This is especially true of the 

packaging industry. In order to print only once on 

the media there is a direction monitoring implemented. 

Control 

EvoPrint is connected to a user-interface via LAN/ 

ethernet. You are free to use EtherCAT, CAN, standard 

ethernet or incremental encoders for controlling 

it. 


EvoPrint Technical data 

Dimensions (W × H × D) 114 mm × 218 mm × 187 mm 

IP class IP52 

Power supply 30V DC (± 5 %) 

Weight approx. 3,3 kg 

Humidity while printing 10 % – 80 % 

Storage humidity 10 % – 80 % 

Temperature while printing +10 °C – +40 °C 

Storage temperature +10 °C – +30 °C 

Interfaces 1 × RJ45 LAN 100 MBit IEEE 802.3, 2 × RJ45 (EtherCAT 

or CAN), 

2 × incremental (encoder) interface (SubD 9), 1 × power 

supply 9-pole Phönix, 

4 × digital outputs (Ub -0,5 V), 1 × RS232 (SubD 9) 

Buttons, LEDs 4 buttons for menu, 6 × Status-LEDs for EtherCAT/CAN 

and LAN 

LCD LCD-Display with 2 × 8 characters for system status, 

error code and filling level alarm 

Speed Maximum speed of 180 m/min at 300 dpi resolution 

Distance to medium < 2 mm 

Printing height max. 5 cm in one printing line 

CPU – Powerful 32 Bit µc with 200 MHz 

– Quick FPGA for controlling cartridges 

Memory – 32 MB Flash, 64 MB RAM on board 

Features – Printing while accelerating or decelerating 

– Active velocity compensation (no stretching or 

rupture of image) 

– Direction monitoring (positive, negative) 

– Software / firmware update via LAN 

– Protected against dust 

Assembly Static or flexible at moving axes 

Number of cartridges 4 × HP (TIJ 2.5 technology) 

Supported cartridges C8842A Versatile Black, Q2344A SPS1918 DYE Black 

C6168A, C6169A, C6170A and C6173A Spot Color (red, 

green, blue and yellow) 

VP90-E (UV-curing), others on inquiry 

Average drop size 26 – 29 pl (depending on ink) 

Bulk system management Ink supply via bulk canisters for continuous printing 

Cartridge management Cartridge calibration (pre-warming, spitting, pulse 

amplitude, voltage) 

Software – Different software tools for configuration and 

integration in existing applications 

– Programmable 32 Bit API (DLL) 

Encoder Pin Pin assignment 

6 9 



V966191000 EvoPrint printing system 

V966191200 EvoPrint SAT printing controller 

V966191210 EvoPrint SAT print head (1 ×T IJ 2.5) 

V966191010 HP C8842 Versatile Black 

V966191020 HP SPS 1918 Dye 

V966191905 HP C6168A Spot Red TIJ 2.5 

V966191906 HP C6169A Spot Green TIJ 2.5 

V966191907 HP C6170A Spot Blue TIJ 2.5 

V966191908 HP C6173A Spot Yellow TIJ 2.5 


1 

5 

1 Channel B 

2 Channel A 

3 – 

4 GND 

5 Earth 

6 +30 V 

7 – 

8 0 V 

9 – 


1 – 

2 RXD 

3 TXD 

4 – 

5 GND 

6 – 

7 /RTS 

8 /CTS 

9 – 

9-pole Phoenix Pin Pin assignment 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 

1 DI 0V 

2 DI + 30 v 

3 DO 4 

4 DO 3 

5 DO 2 

6 DO 1 

7 Earth 

8 FI 0V 

9 FI + 30 V 

RJ45 (ethernet-connector) Pin Pin assignment 

1 

1 

6 9 

8 

5 

1 LAN/EtherCAT_TX+ 

2 LAN/EtherCAT_TX– 

3 LAN/EtherCAT_RX+ 

4 CAN L (low) (optional) 

5 CAN H (high) (optional) 

6 LAN/EtherCAT_RX– 

7 CAN GND (ground) (optional) 

8 – 

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Programming interfaces 

This section is about the SiECA 132 MT-CANapi with up to 512 simultaneous handles 


(API) 


93

Programming interfaces 

94 

SiECA 132 

MT-CANapi 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

All Sontheim CAN-interfaces are fitted with our MT-CANapi in order 

to provide a programming interface for you that enables an 

integration of your software into our hardware. 

Interface-support 

CANUSB, CANfox, CANUSBlight and also the different 

versions of PowerCAN-cards are supported. We 

can also state some third-party interfaces on enquiry. 

Multitasking 

MT-API handles a simultaneous access of different 

applications and interfaces quite easily. This way, you 

can have a trace of the CAN-bus next to other CANprocesses 

on a parallel basis. Overall, 512 parallel 

handles are possible. It contains a buffer for 1.200 

CAN messages for every handle (600 receive, 600 

transmit). 

Creating an application 

Our MT-API comes with a DLL or LIB for integration 

into an own development system for creating individual 

applications. It offers all prototypes of functions 

to the programmer. Every interface contains a 

free-of-charge API with 4 simultaneous handles. 

Application 1 

Application … Application n 

SiECA 132 TASK 

multithread-CANapi 

SYS-Driver … SYS-Driver 

CAN-HW … CAN-HW 

physical CAN-network 

Industrial PC Terminals PLCs Motion Control Printing 

Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– One API for all internal and external interfaces 

– Simultaneous access of different applications and 

interfaces onto the API 

– Depending on type of PI up to 512 parallel handles 

– Comes with a DLL or LIB for integrating own applications 

into a programming environment 

SiECA 132 Technical data 

Handles Simultaneous access of up to 512 handles to driver 

Versions – Restricted (max. 4 handles – free of charge) 

– Professional (max. 65 handles) 

– Enterprise (max. 512 handles) 

Driver-function On layer 2 of OSI layer model 

Support for CANAs, CANUSB, CANfox, CANUSBlight, PowerCAN- 

PCI V1 und V2, PowerCAN-CPCI, PowerCAN-PC104+ and 

PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 

Drivers Windows 98, 2000 Professional, XP, Vista, 7 32 and 64Bit 


CAN-Interfaces Page 44 





V940171000 SiECA132 MT-CANapi RESTRICTED 

V940172000 MT-CANapi SiECA132 Professional 

V940173000 MT-CANapi SiECA132 Enterprise 



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8 Programming Interfaces

96 

09| Analysis, diagnostic & tools 

Please find the comprehensive diagnostic tool chain with its different component in this section 



97

CANexplorer 4 

98 

CANexplorer 4 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Modular, intuitive, efficient – CANexplorer 4 is a completely new 

developed field bus-analyzing software which represents the 

huge know-how in working with CAN-networks in complex machines 

and vehicles. The new generation obtains a significantly 

enhanced range of functions and an improved handling. This 

makes the CANexplorer 4 a very intuitive and powerful tool. 

Data processing 

CANexplorer 4 offers various functions for processing 

CAN-data, e.g. classical text-based traces, 

graphs, bar graphs, LEDs, filters and triggers. Generating 

a test set-up can be carried out by connecting 

different functional elements via ‘Drag & Drop’. This 

enables the software to consequently display complex 

processes in a visual and common manner. 

Visualisation 

You can adapt the data visualisation by defining 

triggers and filters. It is also possible to take an active 

part in the bus communication and generate 

and transmit messages that are also shown in a visualisation. 

Have your telegrams sent manually, fully 

automatic or via trigger. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Data abstraction 

Use an integrated protocol abstraction for automatically 

interpreting data to CANopen and J1939. 

The CAN-data is then available as pre-processed 

and ‘readable’ information. Further protocol stacks 

can easily be added with updates. All proprietary 

protocols and Raw CAN-data can be processed 

with a manual symbol editor. This tool is used for 

defining symbols and translating the payload of a 

CAN-frame into comprehensible values. 

Parallel processes 

CANexplorer 4 obtains a multi-thread support for 

parallel usage next to other applications running 

on a PC and the visualization of various modules at 

the same time. 

Features 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– User-defined test setups with graphic elements and Drag & 

Drop function 

– Receive, process, transmit and abstract raw data 

– J1939 and CANopen protocol support 

– Modular design with extension modules 

– Import and export of signal databases 

Input 

Signal processing Transmit Replay and 

hardware inputs 

Processing 

Filter Protocol filter Trigger 

Visualisation 

Log Graph Trace Statistic … 


CANexplorer 4 Technical data 

Operating system Windows 2000 SP4, XP, Vista (32 Bit) 

CPU 1,6 GHz Intel Pentium 

RAM 512 MByte 

Graphics 1024 × 768, 16 Mio. colours 

Minimum hard disk space minimum 80 MByte 

Supported CAN hardware CANUSB 

CANfox 

CANUSBlight 

PowerCAN-PCI V1 and V2 

PowerCAN-PC104+ 

PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 

Other CAN-hardware available upon enquiry 

Features 

Receiving and transmitting CANmessages 

Signal generator with different signals (sinus, saw 

tooth, rectangle) 

Manual transmitting of definable CAN-messages 

Cyclic transmitting of definable CAN-messages 

Transmitting in block mode 

Filter CANexplorer 4 supports filtering for identifier, data 

bytes, symbols and message types 

Trigger Canexplorer 4 uses pre- and post-trigger 

Signal database Saving of messages in a database as well as visualization 

via texts and graphic elements for intuitive handling 

Editor for generating and processing of signals (message, 

multiplexer, key, groups and signal) 

For both data import and export there are various data 

types supported 

Visualisation Trace, graph, bar-graph, tachometer, symbol-monitor 

Data processing Writing in log-file, replay mode 

Protocol support Raw-CAN, CANopen, J1939, implementation of proprietary 

protocols upon enquiry 

Bus statistic Overview of transmitted and received messages buscharge 

and CAN-levels 

Quick trace Quick monitoring of the CAN-channels without previous 

creation of a test setup 




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V940340010 CANexplorer 4 basis 

V940340099 Software maintenance 

V940340020 Extended graph 

V940340021 Extended measurement setup 

V940340022 BarGraph & Tacho, LED 

V940340023 Protocol filter J1939 

V940340024 Protocol filter CANopen 

V940340025 Signal-generator 

V940340026 DBC-import & export 

V940340027 ASC-support 

V940340029 Vector-support for CANcardXL 

V940340030 Peak-support for PCAN-USB 


9 Analysis, Diagnostics, Tools 

99

Diagnostics 

100 

MDT 

Authoring 

Tool 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

The M.D.T. (Modular Diagnostic Tool) is an innovative and comfortable 

software for creating all kinds of service applications for vehicles 

up to End-of-Line programming (EoL). Another field of application 

is measuring and analysing machine data in any machine 

network, like metering valves, speed or fuel levels. There are numerous 

possibilities for visualisation and different application flow 

charts, which enables. A major advantage is an abstraction of ECUcommunication 

into ODX and an intuitive operating of the program 

without the need for in-depth programming-experience. 

Intuitive handling 

All diagnostic applications and surfaces are created 

via „Drag&Drop“. The vehicle parameters are then 

visualised via graphs, tachometers, bar graphs etc. 

The latest release also includes a 3D graph for additional 

diagnostic perspectives. You can see 3 different 

layers of your diagnostic values at the same 

time for a target performance comparison with 

scan of differences between all values. 

Guided diagnostics 

You can access a pool of ECU data without any need 

for experience with ECU communications. Instead, 

the user is guided via fault tree to the cause of an error 

or non-defined status. MDT offers all means for 

doing in-detail expert diagnostics or guided ones for 

inexperienced users. 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

MDT - your personal graphical repair shop 

The MDT graphical programming allows service 

technicians to integrate their field-gained knowledge 

into the diagnostic application. Again, they 

don’t need programming experiences. This makes 

the analysis of data and eliminating errors much 

faster and more intuitive. You can add tool bars, 

buttons, menus and functions and have them allocated 

in a way that suits your requirements most. 

As branding becomes more and more important, 

you can even adapt it completely according to your 

Corporate Identity. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Different diagnostic modes depending an experience-level 

of the user 

– Easy adaptation an high flexibility at creating applications 

due to modular concept 

– Pre-defined functions of the program flow blocks 

– Different visualisation tools for the user interface 

– ODX-editor for creating own ODX-files 

Creating an application 

Create your diagnostic application in three easy steps: 

• Creation of a database via ODX-data and customer-specific 

data 

• Integration of database into your diagnostic project within 

the MDT Authoring Tool 

• Development or modification of your diagnostic project 


MDT Authoring Tool Technical data 

Minimum system requirements of a 

service device 

Intel Pentium III, 750 MHz or higher 

256 MB RAM 

Minimum resolution of 800 × 600 

USB 1.1 or higher 

Minimum system requirements of a 

device for creating service applications 

Intel Pentium IV, 2 GHz or higher, 512 MB RAM 

Operating systems Windows 2000, XP, Vista & 7 

Supported CAN-interfaces CANUSB, CANfox, CANUSBlight, PowerCAN-PCI V1 and 

V2, PowerCAN-PC104+, PowerCAN-PCI104 V2 

General program structure Graphical program flow editor for internal data management 

of a diagnostic page, graphical user interface 

designer (GUI designer) 

Supported standards CANopen, SAE J2534, SAE J1939, ISO 15765 (KWP2000 on 

CAN) ODX 2.0.1 

Access to Lotus Notes and other databases 

Hardware drivers Windows 2000, XP, Vista & 7 

Convenient multi-user administration 

Take advantage of expiring access rights and give time-related 

permission for function elements to service personnel or contractors. 

For example, you will be able to define via voucher that 

a technician gets a timely limited access to ECU flashing applications 

in addition to the standard diagnostics. That puts you in a 

position to have situative adaptations and different billing models. 

In addition to that every user can get updates for applications 

via FTP that you can configure on your own. The whole process 

can be fully automatic. Our RP1210B is an interface for abstracting 

hardware in order to connect a CAN-interface to the vehicle 

network. 

Support of standard und proprietary protocols 

MDT supports numerous international protocol layers like CANopen, 

SAE J2534, SAE J1939, ISO 15765 (KWP2000 on CAN) as well as 

proprietary and customer-specific protocols. The range of your 

MDT can therefore be adapted to your individual applications 

and processes. Finally, we have a broad knowledge in the implementation 

of third-party protocols. 

MDT in action 

Specific user-interface 

Classical interface with guided diagnostic session 

Different means of visualisation 








V940800000 MDT Authoring Tool 

V940801000 MDT Authoring Tool maintenance contract 

V940802000 MDT runtime license 



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Diagnostics 

102 

CLC-M 

Communication 

Lifecycle 

Manager 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

CLC-Manager is a development environment for the management 

of fieldbus-based data. The data format is based on ODX. All functions 

within the development of applications are covered, starting 

with the organisation of ECU-data, going on to monitoring the 

physical and logical connections between different ECUs. This way, 

it is possible to organise, edit and handle the complete lifecycle of 

communication data. 

Data lifecycle 

CLC-Manager focusses on a comprehensive visualisation 

and editing of all communication-related processes 

and definitions in ECUs. The goal is to achieve 

an acceleration of ECU development as well as a simple 

and reproducible working with ECU communication 

data. There are four main areas covered by the 

software: 

- Definition of requirements 

- Implementation of data and processes 

- Test and evaluation 

- Releases and export into diagnostic applications 

Requirements 

Both a vague definition of the communication interfaces 

and the vehicle / machine structure are listed in 

this section. Such a pool of information is kept in a format 

that is independent from any protocol. It is therefore 

a data collection for later editing or already a bibliography 

of device and process data. 

Implementation 

The implementation section contains all components 

for ECU software developers and diagnostic 

authors. There is a project view integrated for editing 

ODX-files, style sheets and test environments as 

well as verifying sources. The protocol and vehicle 

view enables a convenient handling of ECUs and 

their corresponding communication. CLC-Manager 

offers different layers for a better overview and 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

clear picture of the superior and inferior objects in 

the ECU communication. In addition to that it is 

also possible to work on software versions, protocols, 

busses and tasks. 

A detail and table view provides search fields, navigation 

tools, copy and paste and other functions 

for making the work at ECUs convenient and avoiding 

mistakes. 

Test 

There is a test view integrated for testing the created 

communication services on the fieldbus. It is 

also used for verifying specifications and protocols. 

The user can arrange the test view and content in a 

way that suits his own setups. Similar to the MDT, 

the CLC-Manager can be adapted according to individual 

requirements. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Management of all fieldbus-related data ranging from 

specification to release 

– Development, visualisation and maintenance of 

communication interfaces in ECUs 

– Full description of the dataflow between and within ECUs 

– Simple connection with the Sontheim MDT 

Possible use-cases 

– ECU development and tests 

– Service at fieldbus-based systems with comparison and 

revision of different releases 

– Visualisation of the communication flow in machines or 

vehicles 


CLC-Manager Technical data 

Minimum system requirements 2 GHz or higher 

1 GB RAM 

Min. resolution of 800 × 600 

Recommended system requirements 3 GHz or higher 

2 GB RAM 

Supported operating systems available for Windows XP, Vista & 7 



Features 

ODX-data - Description of all vehicle diagnostic data and ECU 

data in XML 

- Extended ODX for full description of all communication 

data 

- Layer models for avoiding duplicated data 

- Data abstraction, overwriting, and replicating data 

via references 

Diagnostic services 

- Description of diagnostic data like request/response, 

Param, DataObjectProp, CompuMethod, Unit 

- Replication via references 

Requirements 

- Data collection of communication interfaces and 

vehicle / machine structure 

- Creation of data independent from protocols 

Implementation - Detailed implementation of interfaces 

- Import function for .dbc und a2I 

- Project view for ODX-files, style sheets and Test setups 

- Detail view for convenient creation of ODX-data 

- Table view for editing ODX-data even without ODX 

experience 

Test - Execution of communication processes in a test 

environment 

- Creation of test specifications and protocols 

- Adaptation of the test view via style sheets 

- Comparison to reference values 

Release and diagnostics - Code-generator for different platforms and programming 

languages 

- Diagnostic-interface towards MDT 

- Document handling via XSLT, data will be converted 

into .pdf or .doc 

- Firmware release organisation and history of different 

firmware versions 

Release and diagnostics 

Together with the Sontheim MDT the CLC-Manager offers a platform 

for both development and service tasks at vehicles and machines. 

The combination of the tools is realised with an easy-to-use software 

interface. The integrated code generator is used for creating source 

code independent from operating platforms and programming languages. 

Moreover, firmware releases and communication data can be 

exported into .doc and .pdf format for keeping track of the work at 

ECUs. 

CLC-Manager 

Different layers within the ECU communication 

Clearly arranged view of the ECU-data 

Test view for simulating communication 





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V940822000 CLC-Manager 

V940822001 CLC-Manager Software-Maintenance 



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104 

Diagnostic-Tools 

Vehicle 

Simulator 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

Specifically designed for training and education purposes, the 

vehicle simulator facilitates a very practical and descriptive 

knowhow transfer in the area of ECU communication. The users 

are trained at an operational device in vehicle electronics, ECUs, 

diagnostics, end-of-Line programming (EoL), CAN-bus and SAE 

J1939 

Comprehensive simulation functions 

The Sontheim simulator offers numerous functions 

for creating a broad understanding of the vehicle 

CAN-bus. There are switches and displays of the 

ignition, the electronics with lighting and power 

supply as well as a dashboard on the simulator 

available. You can adjust all of the vehicle functions 

via jumpers, slide controls or within the software 

that comes along with the device. All possible error 

conditions can be simulated for an in-dept training 

at the CAN-bus in connection with different ECUs in 

vehicles. 

Hard- and software diagnostics 

Besides the hardware controls, the user can define 

error conditions and solutions to that via Sontheim 


Systems 

Key Features 

Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

diagnostic software MDT. Depending on the knowledge 

of the user, you can choose between guided 

analysis or expert analysis. The software shows for 

each error the corresponding vehicle behaviour 

and is also suited for a virtual-only simulator version. 

A very useful feature for you might also be the validation 

and simulation in the prototype construction. 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Practical training for visualising communication processes 

between ECUs 

– Training in handling CAN-data and based on that ODX-data 

– Comprehensive simulation and diagnostic possibilities 

– User-friendly diagnostic software MDT for creating 

diagnostic applications 

Vehicle Simulator Technical data 

Components 

CANUSB 2x CAN, CANUSB-cable Interface PC / Simulator 

MDT Runtime license Software for MDT vehicle diagnostic applications 

Diagnostic application Specifically created application 

CANexplorer 4 CAN-Bus diagnostic software 

Modules 

Power supply and communication Battery, ignition, voltage control, dashboard and ECU 

control 

Motor and gearbox Motor engine speed, gear, speed, fuel level, cooler 

temperature 

Dashboard Analogue values, digital values, CAN-based messages 

and values 

Lighting ECU-control, lighting ECU 





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V930242100 Vehicle Simulator 


ODX Editor 

ODX-Editor is a software that completes the range of functions 

of the MDT Modular Diagnostic Tool. It is used for abstracting 

ECU parameters and visualising existing ODX-data. The software 

is compliant with ASAM MCD-2D V2.0.1. 

Monitoring 

ODX-data is created and edited with the help of a graphical 

user interface. The software monitors all adherence to 

rules for creating valid data and it facilitates the writing of 

texts. 

User support 

The ODX-Editor is made for handling and processing ODXdata 

for diagnostic applications. All parameters of an ECU 

are transferred into a database, including communication 

parameters like baudrate and ECU ID, for which you can 

adjust both access and protocol specification. In order to 

support the user in the process of verifying the created 

data, ODX-Editor can check the validity by calling a connected 

ECU and displaying the return value. 

Key Features 

– Support for the following protocols: 

• CANopen, 

• SAE J2534, 

• SAE J1939, 

• ISO 15765 (KWP2000 on CAN) 

• ODX 2.0.1 

– Access to Lotus Notes databases 

– Detailed and extendable help function 

– Debugging mode for verifying service configurations 

ODX-Editor Technical data 

System requirements Intel Pentium IV, 2 GHz or higher 

512 MB RAM 

Supported operating systems Windows 2000, XP, Vista & 7 



Overall program structure Integrated module for executing ODX-services 

Supported standards CANopen, 

SAE J2534, 

SAE J1939, 

ISO 15765 (KWP2000 on CAN) 

ODX 2.0.1 

Access to Lotus Notes databases 

Hardware-drivers Windows 2000, XP, Vista & 7 





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Bestellinformationen 

Art.-Nr. Bezeichnung 

V940820000 ODX-Editor 

V940821000 ODX-Editor Wartungsvertrag 



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Flash-Tool 

106 

Flash-Tool 

Remote 

IO-Modules 

PC 

Interfaces 

As part of the Sontheim diagnostic tool chain, the Flash-Tool is 

designed for flashing single ECUs in a vehicle. 

Support of protocols and microcontrollers 

This tool enables a download of applications, flashloaders 

and other data - based on the KWP2000 

communication protocol. However, its multi-protocol 

support also facilitates the use of other protocols 

like CANopen, SAE J1939 and customer-specific 

or proprietary protocols. In addition to that there 

are numerous 8, 16 and 32 Bit microcontrollers supported 

like Infineon, Motorola, Fujitsu Siemens, 

Philips ARM7 and Atmel ARM9 as well as TriCorebased 

ECUs. 

Operation 

In order to guarantee the highest possible operating 

comfort, there are various “Look and Feel“ elements 

implemented. The flash process itself can be 

set to either guided or automatic mode. 

Modular design 

With its modular design the Flash-Tool can be 

equipped individually, fitting its functions and user-interface 

exactly to your requirements. Besides 

Intel and Motorola Hex-format there is support for 

proprietary formats available upon request. Another 

benefit for you is a programming of binary data 

if needed. 

All configuration files that have been read and created 

by the Flash-Tool are saved in XML-format for 

further editing. 


Systems 

Key Features 


Programming 

Interfaces 

(API) 

Analysis- 

Diagnostics- 

Tools 

– Realised as an MDT- or MFC-application, depending on your 

requirements 

– Individual realisation of your specific flash process 

– Adaptation to individual security and data collection means 

like seed & key algorithms 

– Multi-protocol support by using the MDT diagnostic tool 

protocol layers 

– OEM look and feel 

– Support of existing hardware-interfaces upon enquiry 

Flash-Tool Technical data 

Bus systems CAN 

Additional bus systems upon enquiry 

Protocols KWP2000 

CANopen 

ISO 15765 (Diagnostics on CAN) 

J1939 

Raw-CAN 

Other protocol upon enquiry 

Microcontroller-support Infineon SAK C167 family 

Philips ARM7, ARM9 family 

Motorola 

Fujitsu Siemens 

Atmel 

TriCore-based ECUs 

Other microcontrollers upon enquiry 

Format-support Intel Hex-format 

Motorola Hex-format 

System requirements Windows 2000/XP, 700 MHz CPU, 256 MB RAM 





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940840000 SiE Flash-Tool (KWP 2000) 


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