Premium Automotive Networks
FlexRay enables the most demanding automotive applications - from drive-by-wire systems to advanced safety functions. This high-bandwidth, deterministic protocol requires specialized analysis tools to validate the complex timing relationships and redundant communication paths that ensure safety-critical operation.
Compatibility Information
Compatible Models: MSO8804HD, MSO8504HD (planned release)
Installation: Software license activation - no hardware modification required
Supported Protocols: FlexRay 2.1, 3.0 specifications
Signal Requirements: Differential FlexRay BP (Bus Power) or BM (Bus Mirror) signals
Bundle Savings Opportunity
This option is included in the MSO8000HD-BND Protocol Analysis & Jitter Suite! Get this capability plus 15 other protocol analysis options and jitter analysis for just $5,399 - saving you $10,583 (66% off) compared to purchasing options individually.
The bundle features perpetual licensing with zero recurring fees, potentially saving $10,000+ over the instrument's lifetime compared to competitors' subscription models.
Application Examples
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Systems
Validate FlexRay communication between wheel speed sensors, steering angle sensors, and central stability control units where precise timing and dual-channel redundancy ensure reliable operation of safety-critical stability interventions.
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Debug FlexRay networks connecting radar sensors, camera systems, and central processing units in ADAS applications where high-bandwidth, deterministic communication enables real-time object detection, collision avoidance, and autonomous driving functions.
Drive-by-Wire Systems
Analyze FlexRay communication in steer-by-wire, brake-by-wire, and throttle-by-wire systems where the elimination of mechanical linkages demands ultra-reliable electronic communication with deterministic response times and comprehensive fault tolerance.
Active Suspension and Chassis Control
Troubleshoot FlexRay networks in premium vehicle chassis systems where multiple sensors, actuators, and control units must coordinate in real-time to provide optimal ride quality, handling, and vehicle dynamics control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes FlexRay different from CAN and other automotive protocols?
FlexRay provides deterministic TDMA-based communication at 10 Mbps with dual-channel redundancy, making it suitable for safety-critical applications like drive-by-wire systems that require guaranteed timing and fault tolerance capabilities beyond what CAN can provide.
Can this option analyze both FlexRay channels simultaneously?
Yes, the MSO8000HD-FLEX option supports simultaneous analysis of both FlexRay channels A and B, enabling validation of dual-channel redundancy mechanisms and failover behavior critical to safety-critical automotive applications.
Does the option support different FlexRay specifications?
Yes, the FLEX option supports FlexRay specifications 2.1 and 3.0, ensuring compatibility with both legacy and current automotive FlexRay implementations across different vehicle platforms and manufacturers.
Is FlexRay analysis included in the bundle package?
Yes, FlexRay analysis is included in the MSO8000HD-BND Protocol Analysis & Jitter Suite. The bundle provides 15 protocol analysis options plus advanced jitter analysis at a single price of $5,399 - saving 66% compared to purchasing options individually. As with all UNI-T software options, the bundle features a perpetual license with zero recurring fees, providing lifetime access without subscription costs that can save $10,000+ over the instrument's lifetime.
Master Premium Automotive Networks
The MSO8000HD-FLEX option provides the specialized analysis capabilities required for the most demanding automotive communication systems. Whether developing safety-critical drive-by-wire systems, advanced driver assistance technologies, or premium vehicle chassis control, this option delivers the insight needed to ensure reliable operation of mission-critical automotive networks.
Ready to analyze your FlexRay networks? Order the MSO8000HD-FLEX for $999, or get it included in the MSO8000HD-BND Complete Suite and save $15,291.
