The Agilent/Keysight AP0400A is a vehicle network interface instrument designed for automotive electronics testing and development, supporting multiple network protocols including CAN FD, CAN 2.0, LIN, and Ethernet. Part of Keysight’s automotive test ecosystem, it enables high-speed ECU communication, diagnostics, and network analysis across modern and legacy vehicle architectures.
Technical Specifications
• CAN FD Data Rate: 8 Mb/s maximum on dual channels at 100% utilization
• Timestamping Resolution: 25 nanosecond accuracy with 64-bit timestamping
• PC Isolation: Fully isolated from host computer to eliminate grounding and noise coupling
• Electrical Hardening: Rated for reverse battery and electrical transient protection
– Key Features
• Dual High-Bandwidth CAN FD Networks with simultaneous operation capability
• CAN 2.0 protocol support for legacy vehicle systems
• Single LIN network interface
• Single Ethernet network interface
• ISO 15765 hardware implementation for high-speed ECU flashing
• Diagnostic over IP (DoIP) compliance
• Multi-Protocol API Control: Vehicle Spy (AP00000A) software, neoVI DLL, SAE J2534, and TMC RP1210 A/B interfaces
• Cable Connectivity: DB26 (1 m), OBD2 (1.5 m), and multi-point (1 m) connectors
– Typical Applications
• CAN FD and CAN 2.0 network analysis and monitoring
• Automotive ECU flashing and reprogramming
• Vehicle diagnostic protocol testing
• Multi-protocol automotive network development
• DoIP-based diagnostic communications
– Compatibility & Integration
The AP0400A integrates with the Vehicle Spy analysis platform and supports industry-standard automotive diagnostic APIs including SAE J2534 and TMC RP1210 protocols. External software control via neoVI DLL enables custom application development and integration into automated test environments.
