The Teledyne LeCroy Frontline ND-232 NetDecoder is a PC-based protocol analyzer software for diagnosing and troubleshooting communication problems across serial and Ethernet networks. It captures, decodes, and timestamps all communication data in real-time, with microsecond resolution. Protocol errors are highlighted automatically, and data displays in binary, octal, hex, and ASCII formats. The software features an Explorer-style decode interface with single-click filtering, low-level frame decoding, and comprehensive search capabilities.
Technical Specifications
• Captures all wire-level communication data
• Timestamps with microsecond resolution
• Supports expanded baud rate range, including user-defined rates
• Detects and highlights protocol errors
• Passive bus operation—no interference with network traffic
• USB interface, no external power required
• Supports multi-file logging with session notes and annotated bookmarks
– Key Features
• Protocol Support: Serial, fieldbus, and Ethernet protocols
• Data Display: Binary, octal, hex, and ASCII formats
• Dashboard Views: High-level network health overview and graphical real-time network visualization
• Statistics: Network traffic breakdown, packets/bytes transmitted and received, utilization metrics, and node information
• Filtering & Searching: Low-level frame decoding with advanced filter and search functionality
• Intuitive User Interface: Designed for rapid diagnosis and troubleshooting
– Typical Applications
Utilized across multiple industries for serial and Ethernet network diagnostics, protocol validation, and communication troubleshooting.
– Compatibility & Integration
Connectivity Options:
• RS-232 ComProbe II: USB thumb-drive device for asynchronous RS-232 capture
• RS-422/485 ComProbe: For asynchronous RS-422/485 communications
• RS-232 ComProbe: For synchronous RS-232/422/485 communications
• Optional serial cards/converters for V.35/36/10/11 and X.21 interfaces
Data Rate Support:
• Asynchronous: Up to 921.6K bps with RS-232 ComProbe II and RS-422/485 ComProbe
• Synchronous: Up to 64K bps with RS-232 ComProbe; 38.4K bps asynchronous
• User-defined non-standard rates supported
System Requirements:
• Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 (32-bit and 64-bit)
• Pentium 1 GHz processor or higher
• 1 GB RAM minimum (2 GB recommended)
• 50 MB free hard disk space
• One USB port
• Standard Ethernet NIC for Ethernet sniffing
