PC-connectable protocol analyzer / Data logger

LE-150PR







●2-way operation of PC-connected protocol analyzer / logger
●Remote measurement from PC by Wi-Fi connection
●Supports measurement of arbitoral speed (4 significant digits)
●Continuously recording for a long time on the HDD of PC or the SD card in the unit
●Power failure countermeasure circuit to ensure recording to SD card
●Unattended measurement with specified time by RTC (real-time clock)
●Trigger function to control external signal output terminal and user-defined LED
●Simulation function that can send registered character strings by simple operation
●Small palm-sized body

LE-150PR is a lightweight communication protocol analyzer has a Data Logger function to record data in the SD card for long hours. It is an entry model designed for Asynch communication. While succeeding all the excellent cost-performance of LE-150PS, LE-150PR can be connected by Wi-Fi (available only in Japan, USA, Canada, and EU).

Two Types of Operations Depending on Usage Situation.

This device can be used as a PC-connectable Protocol Analyzer for use in the lab (Remote mode), and also as a PC-less Data Logger for use a ton-site tests to record data for long hours (Logger mode).

< Remote mode (With PC) >


Supports USB connection and Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi connection supports connection via an access point or ad hoc.
Note: Wi-Fi function is available only in Japan, EU, USA, and Canada.

< Logger mode (Without PC) >

Wi-Fi connection

In addition to the conventional USB connection, it supports remote monitoring via Wi-Fi connection. You can use the AP mode in which the analyzer itself becomes a Wi-Fi access point and the STA mode in which the analyzer connects via a nearby access point. In addition, communication log files recorded on the SD card can be retrieved via Wi-Fi without stopping the measurement operation in logger mode. On your PC you can check the time stamp of the log file only when you need it and to check the communication record before and after the problem occurred without stopping the logging.

Note: Wi-Fi function is available only in Japan, EU, USA, and Canada.
< Remote mode (With PC) >

< Logger mode (Without PC) >

Supports RS-232C/RS-422/RS-485 (Standard Feature)

The device comes standard with RS-232C/RS-422/RS-485 interfaces, which are used widely in medical equipment and electronic products. RS-232C interface supports 11 lines including control lines and Sync transmission/reception clocks, and it is able to operate the control lines automatically at Simulation function. RS-422/485 interface is able to control the driver automatically at Simulation function.

■ Explanation of each part


■ Pin Assignment of Connector (DSUB 25pin)
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 FG 14 -
2 RS-232C SD 15 -
3 RS-232C RD 16 -
4 RS-232C RS 17 -
5 RS-232C CS 18 RS-422/485 TXDB+/TR+*2
6 RS-232C DR 19 RS-422/485 TXDA-/TR-*2
7 GND*2 20 RS-232C ER
8 RS-232C CD 21 -
9 +5VDC*1 22 RS-232C CI
10 RS-422 RXDB+*2 23 -
11 RS-422 RXDA-*2 24 -
12 - 25 (DC IN)*3
13 -    
*1: A terminal-supplied power from analyzer. ON/OFF switchable.
*2: LE-5TB is useful for connecting the signals.
*3: For the remote mode (Wi-Fi- connected) or logger mode you can supply the power (external DC source 7 to 34V). Supplying power with the other pins will break the analyzer.

Do not allocate power supply of more than 6V to its 9/10/11/15/13/18/19 pin on the Dsub 25pin connector. It may cause the product malfunction.

■ RS-485 Connection Image
Terminal Block Adapter (LE-5TB)

Connection of Terminal Block Adapter

Supprts TTL level communication with an option.

With an optional TTL probe pod (OP-5M), it can monitor TTL-level communication at 2.5V/ 3.3V/ 5V. It is useful such as when measuring TTL signals on an UART port of PCB and communication units.
About OP-5M

< Image of Use >

Measurement linked with an external device is available

You can use the external trigger input/output terminal to trigger by a change in an external signal or to transmit a specific communication status to an external measuring instrument as a trigger.

Signal Function
TRGIN External trigger input
TRGOUT External trigger output 1
TRGOT2 External trigger output 2
GND Signal ground

Support Async PPP communication

Support Async and PPP communications. It is possible to select bit transmission order, polarity, and able to analyze efficiently.

< Monitoring Async >

< Monitoring with Control Lines >

< ASYNC/SYNC Display in each frame >

< Translation Display >

■ Communication Errors can be detected with High Reliability

It can judge parity error, framing error, and BCC error of various block check codes. It can find the communication sequence in the event of an error, by setting an application-level error notification character string to the character string agreement criteria of the triggering function. It can notify an error to external devices and alert a communication error in the logger mode (with a panel LED lighting), by specifying an external trigger signal output and user-defined LED lighting as a triggering action.

Trigger Configuration (Example 1)


In this setting, if finding an error, "1" will be added in the "Conter1". Details of counters can be checked by selecting Timer/Counter window. And, the value of counter can be another trigger condition.

Trigger Configuration (Example 2)


In this setting, if finding data of "41h, 42h, 43h, 15h", LED of U1 will be lighted. It is useful to check the flowing of specific data on the line without stopping the measurement.


Lights of LED stands for:

POWER/ERROR Indicate the operating status of analyzer.
RUN/ACT Indicate that analyzer is measuring or accessing to the SD card.
SD/RD Indicate the status of SD line (green light) and RD line (red light).
U1/U2 Able to light the U1 (green) /U2 (red) by trigger actions.
■ Long Hour Recording

Measured data is saved as log files of the specified file size in the HDD of the PC (Remote mode) or in the SD card of the analyzer (Logger mode). It automatically records data until reaching the specified number of files, and then deletes the oldest file to record the new file. Also, it can stop measurement on reaching the specified number of files. It is useful for detecting any hindrance in the line.

Baud Rate Capacity: 2G byte
(e.g. 2M byte×100 files)
9600bps Approx. 120 Hours
230.4Kbps Approx. 5 Hours
*: In the case of full-duplex transmission of 1Kbyte data at 1ms interval.

< Record Control Setting in Remote mode >

< Record Control Setting in Logger Mode >

■ Measures at Arbitrary Speed

Monitor data at any speed by setting the baud rate of any four digits. The high-precision timer makes it possible to record idle time and time stamps along with data, and is not related to the performance of the PC.

< Configuration Setting >

■Easy-to Operate Simulation Function

It incorporates an easy-to-use simulation function that makes it possible to transmit preset transmission data (16 types of data), or fixed data such as FOX messages, at the flip of a key while checking reception data.

< Example of Simulation >

■Schedule Measurement by Inner RTC

Real Time Clock (RTC) backed up by the battery of the analyzer makes it possible to specify the starting and ending times of the measurement. After the measurement, it turns off the power automatically and saves on power consumption.

< Auto RUN/STOP Setting >

Example of Use 1

< Configuration of Example2 >

Measure while the factory runs operation from 9:00 to 17:30.

Saving Mode Append
Max Files 450
File Size 4M
Mode Daily
Run Time 9:00
Stop Time 17:30
Power On Run off

LED of the analyzer will start blinking at 8:59 and be ready for measurement. It will start measuring at 9:00 and record data in the SD card for 450 files (4M each) as a ring buffer. It will stop measuring at 17:30 and turn off the power automatically to save on power consumption.

*  The analyzer will start measuring from the next day if configuration is set after 9:01. To start measuring soon after the configuration, select the "Power On Run".
*  If the trigger action (stop measurement) is satisfied, the analyzer turns off the power automatically to save on power consumption.
Example of Use 2

< Configuration of Example2 >

Equipment communicates with other equipment while it receives power from a power supply randomly.

Saving Mode Append
Max Files 500
File Size 1M
Mode Daily
Run Time non
Stop Time non
Power On Run on
 (safety start)

In this care, it is necessary to prove power to the analyzer from the same power supply for the equipment. Safety start will start measuring approximately 40 seconds (LED will be blinking) after powering on the analyzer for charging the capacitor for back-up data. Communication logs will be saved in the SD card for 500 files (1M each) endlessly. The analyzer will stop measuring when the power is not supplied for more than 1 second after saving data in the SD card.

* To record data soon after the power is supplied, select "Quick Start". However, it is possible that SD card will be damaged from power failure.
■ Seamless Access to Communication Log Files

Communication log files can be viewed in detail on a PC. It offers seamless operation that handles a single measurement log file even when all files are read collectively. The measured data can be converted into text or CSV format to use in a word processor and/or spreadsheet software.

< Text Conversion Setting >

[ Example of Text Converted Data ]

*===============[2017-06-06 00:02:00]=*
* Model     : LE-150PR                *
* Version   : 1.00                    *
* Serial No.: ********                *
* Start time: 2017-06-06 00:00:00     *
* Stop time : 2017-06-06 00:01:00     *
*-------------------------------------*
* MONITOR DATA                        *
*  PROTOCOL: ASYNC                    *
*  S-SPEED : 9600    R-SPEED : 9600   *
*  CODE    : ASCII   CHAR BIT: 8      *
*  PARITY  : NONE    STOP BIT: 1      *
*  BCC     : NONE                     *
*                 PRINT CODE : ASCII  *
*=====================================*

SD:[ IDLE ][ TMSP ] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
   [ 0384 ][060810]
RD:                3131323030303030323036303133303031303030
                    1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 6 0 1 3 0 0 1 0 0 0

SD: - -[ IDLE ][ TMSP ]06[ IDLE ][ TMSP ] - - - - - - - - -
       [ 0015 ][060810]AK[ 0467 ][060811]
RD:0D0A                 -                313132303030303032
   CRLF                                   1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2

SD: - - - - - - - - - - - - -[ IDLE ][ TMSP ]06[ IDLE ][ TM
                             [ 0015 ][060811]AK[ 0411 ][060
RD:30373031333030313030300D0A                 -
    0 7 0 1 3 0 0 1 0 0 0CRLF

SD:SP ] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -[ TMSP ]
   812]                                            [060812]
RD:    31313230303030303230383031373730313030300D0A
        1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 8 0 1 7 7 0 1 0 0 0CRLF

SD:15[ IDLE ][ TMSP ] - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
   NK[ 4725 ][060820]
RD: -                31313230303030303230393031373530313030
                      1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 9 0 1 7 5 0 1 0 0

SD: - - -[ IDLE ][ TMSP ]06[ IDLE ][ TMSP ] - - - - - - - -
         [ 0072 ][060820]AK[ 0651 ][060821]
RD:300D0A                 -                3131323030303030
    0CRLF                                   1 1 2 0 0 0 0 0
      

Control multiple analyzers by one PC software.

PC link software (LE-LINK20) included with the product controls multiple analyzers at the same time, and displays data in the separate measurement windows.

Can be used in Various Situation

■ Acquired Patent in Japan

A newly developed Instant Power Failure Prevention circuit with a Super Capacitor protects important communication log files stored in the SD cards. It protects data in case it occurs the power failure during recording to the SD card. Also, you can select the restart method of measurement from "Instant Start" or "After Charging Super Capacitor". Thus, continuous recording is possible while considering the status of data generation and power system.

■ Small and Robust Housing Suitable for Severe Field Environments

The palm-sized robust unit can be used between -10 to +55°C. It operates not only on USB bus power, but also on external DC power of 7 to 34V. The consumption current is as low as 100mA at DC12V input. The SD card slot and the USB connector are equipped with a dust-proof cover that allows 2-way operation. It can be fixed easily to the equipment to be examined or built into an inspection line, since it is compatible with 35mm DIN rails.

< Dust-proof covers >

< DIN Rail Installation Example >

■ Automatically Switches between Japanese and English

The system language alternates automatically between English and Japanese according to that of OS. This facilitates introduction of the software to development bases outside Japan.