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TSN Box 3.2 A²B

Part of the TSN CoreSolution simulation and measurement application for component and system testing, and automotive network development and industrial automation.

 

As industries continue to evolve towards more interconnected and intelligent systems, measurement and restnet-simulation solutions like TSN-Box become increasingly important. With its advanced features and capabilities, TSN-Box is well-positioned to drive innovation in automotive and industrial networking, paving the way for next generations smarter, more efficient, and more reliable operations.


The TSN Box 3.2 is an advanced tool designed for the development of automotive networks, particularly focusing on the emerging zonal architectures. It also plays a crucial role in the planning and analysis of contemporary field bus systems in industrial automation, especially those based on OPC-UA/TSN.

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Usage

This device is a versatile and high-precision tool that supports a wide range of applications in the TSN Ethernet domain.

 

Its use cases can be broadly categorized into two main areas:

  1. Signal Analysis/TAP Device:
    The TSN Box acts as a transparent connection in existing Ethernet networks, enabling detailed analysis. It features a unique DUT-sync capability that precisely correlates packet timestamps and network-based presentation timestamps. Furthermore, it can timestamp other inputs like SMA events or digital/analog audio inputs, facilitating comprehensive analysis using TSN Tools or Wireshark.

    Advanced analysis functions of the TSN Box 3.2 A²B: 
    In addition to the capabilities of the standard TSN Box, the TSN Box 3.2 A²B stands out with its integrated analysis/TAP component. This enables the TSN Box 3.2 A²B to comprehensively record traffic across two independent A²B buses. Significantly, it has the advanced functionality to seamlessly correlate A²B traffic with all other received data.

  2. Signal Generation:
    The TSN Box is equipped with various features for generating time-sensitive signals, useful for RESTNet emulation or in-depth testing. It supports functionalities like gPTP master/slave, AVB audio and video, cyclic Qbv traffic, SOME/IP, and time-sensitive PCAPNG replay, easily handling complex scenarios.

    Advanced signal generation functions of the TSN Box 3.2 A²B:
    The TSN A²B Box not only comes equipped with two analysis tapping/listening ports but also offers an additional pair of A²B ports to emulate either a standard or high power A²B main or subordinate node. Both node types can insert and capture data streams as necessary to develop and test complex A²B networking environments.

Front TSN Box 3.2 A²B

Back TSN Box 3.2 A²B

                   
TSN Systems' TSN-Box represents a significant leap forward in time-sensitive networking. By offering measurement and simulation solutions to enable precise synchronization, low latency, traffic shaping and policing and high reliability, it addresses the critical needs of modern automotive design, industrial networking verification and quality control.

 

As industries embrace the network transformation, the TSN-Box stands as a testament to the potential of advanced networking technologies to revolutionize automotive and industrial operations.
                                     

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Spezifikationen

Multi-functional AVB/TSN Device

  • Multi-port TAP, DUT sync feature, packet filtering, 8ns timestamp precision, 802.1Qbu support 
  • gPTP Master/Slave with failure injection, 1PPS out
  • AVB Talker/Listener, IEEE 1722 AVTP/1733, CRF, media clock recovery, failure insertion, audio matrix/mixer & tone generator, Qav shaping
  • TSN 802.1Qbv Talker/Listener
  • TSN PCAPNG player with dynamic time stamp refresh mechanism
  • SOME/IP controller, entity
  • REST-API

 

Hardware Interfaces

  • 4x 100BASE-T1, 2x 100/1000BASE-T1
  • 1x 10BASE-T1S, capture and node support
  • 2x CAN/CAN-FD
  • 2x LIN Capture
  • BNC Sync 1x in/1x out, SMA High Speed 2x in/2x out, GPIO 2x in/2x out
  • 100/1000BASE-T Host port, USB3 Host, 2x USB2 Host
  • Digital audio TOSLINK/ADAT optical 2x in/2x out ports, 48kHz, 2ch/8ch each:
    Default 8in/8out
  • Digital Audio 16in/16out Software module option:
    2x 8 channel digital audio in, 2x 8 channel digital audio out
  • Digital audio mixer/matrix, signal generator, CRF clock output
  • All T1 interfaces on IEC 63171-6 Compliant Single-Pair Ethernet connectors

 

A2B section

General interfaces

  • 4x sets of A2B connections on keyed, shielded MateNet connectors for two Monitors and End Node of either Normal or High Power mode.
  • Latest 4th-generation A2B transceivers used for maximum compatibility range
  • 8x optical outputs, individually selectable as either 8ch ADAT or stereo S/PDIF
  • 4x optical inputs, individually selectable as either 8ch ADAT or stereo S/PDIF
  • 1x stereo analog input & output for easy monitoring & injection
  • 3x SMA outputs for accurate Word Clock presentation of respective Monitors & End Node
  • USBi interface for direct use of Analog Devices debug tools
  • All A2B interfaces are capable of 32bit audio; 24bit on optical audio

 

A2B Monitor

  • Two fully independent A2B Bus Monitor functions are provided, capable of monitoring two buses simultaneously of 64 channels per bus together with its associated metadata.
  • All monitored audio/data is accurately timestamped for seamless integration with other capture data for analysis in TSN Tools.
  • Both Before & After Discovery Modes are supported.
  • Clear indication on the unit multiple LEDs for link, bias, warning and High Power modes for convenient instant visibility of status.
  • Both I2C and SPI data can be monitored.
  • Besides monitoring audio with TSN Tools, captured audio can be directly routed to the optical and analog outputs for convenient use.

 

End Node

  • Concurrent use of End Node and Monitors are available, allowing a powerful range of use-case combinations.
  • Both Normal Power and High Power end node functionality are available as either Main or Subordinate function.
  • In High Power mode it can inject all necessary power as per the A2B specification with ample protection mechanisms.
  • Local and Remote I2C read and write functionality.
  • Powerful range of stimuli and debug tools: tone generation, line fault detection, voltage monitoring, GPIO over distance.
Physical Parameters   
   Dimensions 246 x 169 x 111 mm
   Maximum Envelope with Connectors & Feet246 x 196 x 85 mm
   Weight 3,4 kg 
   Input Voltage, Normal Power 10 - 15VDC 
   Input Voltage, High Power24VDC 
   Power consumption, Normal Power (max)32W 
   Power consumption, High Power (max)50W
   Temperature Range0 - 70 °C 
     
Interfaces & Connectors       
 General Interfaces No. 
   USB2.0  2 
   USB3.0  1 
   1Gb/s Ethernet  1 
   USB Serial Terminal     1 
   Front Panel Reset1 
   Firmware Recovery Button      1 
 GPIO & Sync   
   Isolated Input 2 
   Isolated Outputs (open-collector)      2 
   Output Power (12V non-isolated)1 
   High-speed GPI (SMA, 50Ω load impedance)     2 
   High-speed GPO (SMA, 50Ω source impedance)     2 
   BNC SYNC Module  
 TSN Box Natives Audio   
   48 kHz, 24 Bit   
   Digital Audio (TOSLINK Connectors)        4 
   Input Channels (ADAT) 16 
   Input Channels (S/PDIF)4 
   Output Channels (ADAT)16 
   Output Channels (S/PDIF)4 
 Ethernet   
   Dual 1Gb/s Modules (100/1000Mb/s T1)1 
   Quad 100Mb/s Module 1 
   10BASE-T1S Module 1 
 CAN/CAN-FD Module   
   CAN/CAN-FD ports2 
 LIN Module   
   LIN-Capture Ports2 
 A2B Ports   
   A2B Monitor ports (Main & Subordinate)2 
   A2B End Node Normal power ports1 
   A2B End Node High power ports1 
   USBi Debug Interface1 
 A2B Timing interfaces   
   High-speed clock outputs (SMA, 50Ω source impedance)3 
 A2B Audio interfaces   
   Digital Audio (TOSLINK) connectors12 
   Analog Audio (TRS 3.5mm) connectors2 
   Input channels (ADAT)32 
   Input Channels (S/PDIF)8 
   Output channels (ADAT)64 
   Output Channels (S/PDIF)16 

 

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Further information

 

➔ TSN Box 3.2 A²B is part of TSN CoreSolution 3 A²B

 

➔ Overview of all TSN products