Robert Vogt IV
CEO
IOSiX, LLC
robert@iosix.com
IOSiX, LLC
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Formed in 2005
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Focused on compact, costeffective dataloggers, vehicle
interfaces, and custom devices
Extensive hardware/software
platform
Quick turn-around IP leveraging
Full automotive engineering
capabilities to the vehicle
subsystem level
Extensive protocol suite
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SAE J1850 PWM/VPW
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ISO 9141-2/KWP
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ISO 15765-4
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SAE J1939 & J1708
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WiFi/Bluetooth/Zigbee/900MHz
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GSM/CDMA/Satellite
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GPS/RTK-GPS
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DC/DC power conversion &
control, Lithium battery IP
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USB, microSD, FAT16/32
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Video/Audio capture & encoding
Current Method
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1 x J1962 connector
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16 pins
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Vehicle interface hardware for
every application
Upsides/Downsides
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Inexpensive to implement (<$7 @ 1M)
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Backward compatibility to 1996
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Hundreds of devices on the market in thousands of applications
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Too many buses to put on J1962 connector
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5+ CAN at various speeds
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5+ ISO-K
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J1850 PWM/VPW, SCI, BEAN, single-wire CAN
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Conflicts between different OEM functions on same pin
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Potential for poor equipment to interfere with vehicle operation
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Inconsistent vehicle state
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Minimal security
Pin Conflicts
Orange = signal conflict between vehicles
Concept
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Vehicle network gateway connecting to all busses
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A variety of devices can access the vehicle
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Consistent vehicle state data, especially for power
control
Provide the same capability as the previous direct
data bus access for diagnostics applications
Ensure vehicle network stability
Requirements
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Interface to multiple devices simultaneously
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Security access levels
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Basic read-only data
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Full bus access
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Prevent interference between devices
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Cost minimized to OEMs and tool manufacturers
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Implementation should be straightforward
Implementation
USB
Ethernet
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Ubiquitous
Inexpensive
High speed
Low latency
Requires one interface per
port, not easily expandable
 Depending upon USB profile,
can be used with inexpensive
microcontrollers
 Power via USB, non-standard
in this manner, maximum 5W
Ubiquitous
Inexpensive
High speed
Low latency on local network
Easily expansion using
Ethernet hubs and switches
 Can be used with inexpensive
microcontrollers at lowered
data rates
 Power-over-Ethernet,
maximum 25W
Benefits to Vehicle Manufacturers
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Can use generic, low-cost radio hardware for OEM
telematics
No expectation to provide an ‘app’ ecosystem or
data connectivity to 3rd party functions
Equipment conflicts eliminated
Flashing and diagnostics all can be done with a
standard computer if needed
Dealership can hook vehicle to diagnostics system
easily via WiFi dongle
Vehicle Manufacturer Costs
 Depending on vehicle bus configuration, a high
volume solution can be reached in the sub-$20 range:
 $3 – Processor
 $2 – Ethernet transceiver
 $4 – 100 mbps Ethernet switch (4 ports)
 $4 – Vehicle bus transceivers
 $4 – Connectors
 $2 – Casing, Power, etc.
Benefits to ETI Members
 Consistent access to vehicle systems
 Opportunity to supply vehicle gateways to OEMs
 Could bring an era of better software-only scantools
 BOM reduction for both low- and high-end devices
 Relaxed device packaging constraints as expansion
ports can be located in remote vehicle areas (trunk?)
Tool Manufacturer Costs
 -$4 transceivers
 -$3 cables and connectors
 +$2 Ethernet transceiver
 +$0.50 processor with Ethernet support (SPI?)
 Net savings of $4.50+ in high volumes
Technical Details
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4 Ethernet ports
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One preferably located near the driver’s seat
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Remainder located near rear of vehicle
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Basic API would cover vehicle speed, emissions data,
odometer, brake switch, accelerometer data, fuel
consumption, etc.
Advanced API would provide encapsulated access to the
vehicle data busses. Requests could be throttled as-needed
to prevent interference with critical vehicle comms.
More Future Vehicles
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Would have Ethernet already
Could be directly connected to diagnostic ports as
long as access APIs are preserved
Solid upgrade path
Backwards Compatibility
 There will be a need for existing vehicles to be retrofit
with a small Vehicle Network Gateway to work with
newer equipment.
 This could be one-size-fits-all or a different part by
vehicle manufacturer and legacy data bus.
 There would be a strong opportunity for ETI members
to supply these aftermarket components.
Questions?