The PCAN-Explorer 6 portable license was a seamless use of the Windows software across multiple computers without the need for separate installations or reactivations and no machine-lock restrictions. Using a USB dongle, you can enjoy enhanced mobility, flexibility, cost-efficiency, and security.
PCAN-Explorer 6developed by PEAK-System Technik provides a professional Windows application to users working with CAN and CAN FD networks that goes far beyond simple observation of the CAN traffic. It can connect to several CAN and/or CAN FD field buses at the same time. Unlike previous versions, the hardware type of used CAN adapters is no longer a limiting factor.
Receive a free 30-day evaluation copy of PCAN-Explorer 7along with the Plotter, Instrumental Panel, CANdb Import, and J1939 add-ins.
Management of all settings, information, and files in projects
Exporting entire projects including linked files to handy packets for archiving or sharing
Extensive revision of the user interface with improved dialogs for creating transmit messages and managing signals
Automatic notification about new software versions and support with the update process
Integrated text editor with syntax highlighting for creating and editing of symbol files, macros and VBScript
User interface language can be switched (German/English)
Integration of add-ins to upgrade functionality
Connection to CAN and CAN FD
Simultaneous connections with multiple CAN interfaces independent of the hardware type
Support for CAN specifications 2.0 A/B and FD
CAN bit rates (nominal) up to 1 Mbit/s
Data bit rates up to 12 Mbit/s (only when using a CAN FD interface)
Optional use of custom bit rates
Listen-only mode can be activated
Clear overview of connections with their bit rate, status, error counter, and bus load
Function to execute a hardware reset of the CAN controller
Transmission and Reception
Representation of the CAN data traffic in sortable receive and transmit lists with configurable columns display
Display of messages showing the ID, length, data bytes, time-outs, number of messages received, and receiving interval
Display of error frames can be activated for each connection
Representation of CAN IDs in hexadecimal or decimal format
Display of receive, transmit, and error states
Message reception with a maximum resolution of 100 µs
Manual and periodic transmission of messages with a maximum resolution of 1 ms
Transmission of CAN messages in response to remote frames (only with CAN 2.0 A/B)
Messages can be grouped as transmit lists, stored and loaded as desired, e.g. in order to emulate CAN nodes
Multiple flexible filters can be configured and, for example, assigned to the transmit/receive window or to various different tracers
Recording and Playback
Logging of the CAN data traffic along with the errors that have occurred as an option
Playback of trace files with optional loop function
Operation of multiple tracers at the same time
Representation of the logged messages with details such as time stamp, type, ID, length, and data bytes
Representation of the data bytes in hexadecimal, decimal, or ASCII format
Filtering of the messages for logging through message filters
Recording of CAN data traffic directly to files or to the RAM (in linear, dynamic, or circular buffer mode)
Playback of logged CAN messages directly from files or the buffer
Storing of the logged data to readable text files or CSV files for further processing in Excel or similar
Enhanced processing of huge trace files compared to PCAN-Explorer version 5
Subsequent examination of the logged data in the buffer via different symbol files
Symbolic Representation
Clear and readable representation of CAN messages based on the symbol format from PEAK-System:
Easy allocation of CAN messages by assigning alphanumeric names
Bit-exact division of the data into variables for assigning names, data type, etc.
Comfortable symbol file creation with the supplied Windows® software PCAN-Symbol Editor or with the integrated text editor
User-friendly real-time monitoring of several signals via the Watch window
Graphical display of up to 4 signals with a simple line writer (Line Writer Add-in)
Automation with Macros and VBScript
Automation of small tasks or complex processes with macros or VBScript like for example:
Test procedures for the implementation or development of CAN systems
Send an e-mail if a temperature is exceeded
Start an action when a particular message is received
Open an Excel sheet when an event occurs and save the data in individual cells
Calculate variables from the data of incoming CAN messages
Creation of macros and scripts with the integrated text editor
Assignment of function keys to individual macros
Access with VBScript to almost all program elements via the PCAN-Explorer object model
VBScript macros also run in the background even without the PCAN-Explorer interface
How will I receive the portable version of PCAN-Explorer 6?
You will receive a USB copy protection dongle for each purchased license in addition to the software installation files on a USB drive. This allows for the installation of PCAN-Explorer 6 on multiple computers. To use the software, simply plug the copy protection dongle into a free USB port. (Note: lead time to ship the portable version is one business day.)
Which PEAK PCAN products is PCAN-Explorer 6 compatible with?
There are four optional function upgrade add-ins available including:
CANdb - enable the import of third-party configurations
Plotter - produces a graphical representation of the signals™ time course during live recording or on the basis of traces
Instruments Panel- customize display elements, controls, and switches
J1939 - supports SAE J1939 protocol for vehicle networks
How has the trace function improved in version 6?
PCAN-Explorer 6 has an enhanced trace function allowing users to record and playback existing traces. With user-defined message filters, recorded and incoming CAN message streams can be reduced to a desired data portion.
How does this software facilitate automation?
Macros enable the implementation of special application requirements and automation of complex processes. The sophisticated implementation of VBScript accesses the extensive object model of PCAN-Explorer 6.
How does PCAN-Explorer 6 simplify CAN message data?
One of the main features of PCAN-Explorer 6 is the symbolic representation of the CAN messages and their payload. With the help of symbol files, the hexadecimal information from the raw CAN/CANFD frame is transformed into an easily readable format.
