
The VCU MS 50.4 is a highly powerful processing / logging unit for race applications.
Based on our broad base of platform function, we support you with customized VCU functions for a tailor-made solution.
In addition, you can quickly develop your individual customer software based on MATLAB/Simulink to significantly speed up algorithm development (automatic code and documentation generation, requires CCA package) – including extensive simulation capabilities.
The device offers real time Ethernet functionality to exchange e.g. data used in control algorithms between devices (guaranteed latency time 1 ms).
- Features
- Application
- Technical Specifications
- Communication
- Installation Notes
- Ordering Information
- Downloads
Features
- 667 MHz Dual Core Processor exclusively for vehicle control functionality (MATLAB based)
- Identical, dedicated 667 MHz Dual Core Processor exclusively for logging purposes
- High Speed Logging 200 kHz of 6 analogue inputs (optional)
- Real time Ethernet SERCOS 3
- Event logging, Configurable pre-event logging
Application
Processor for customer code | 667 MHz Dual Core |
Processor for logger | 667 MHz Dual Core |
Configurable math channels |
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User configurable CAN in/out messages |
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Sampling rate logger | 1 ms |
Optional: Sampling rate high speed logger | 5 µs |
Online data compression |
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Logging rate | Max. 600 kB/s |
Internal storage capacity | 6 GB |
LTE Ethernet telemetry support | |
RS232 interface for GPS |
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Technical Specifications
Mechanical Data
Size | 166 x 121 x 41 mm |
Weight | ≤ 660 g |
Protection classification | IP67 |
Operating temperature internal | -20 to 80°C |
3 motorsport connectors, 198 pins in total | |
Max. vibration | Vibration profile 1 (see www.bosch-motorsport.com) |
Electrical Data
Supply voltage | 5 to 18 V |
Inputs
20 Analog channels 0 to 5 V, 0.5 % precision between 0.2 and 4.8 V, switchable pull-up |
8 Digital PWM inputs f_max=30 kHz Hall-type speed measurement possible, |
4 Digital PWM inputs f_max=30 kHz Hall- and DF11 type speed measurement possible, |
4 universal Thermocouple |
1 Bosch Laptrigger |
1 TimeSync master and slave (specific to Bosch measurement system) |
Internal measurements: 1 ambient pressure |
Outputs
PWM High side | 2*; 7.5 A each, PWM, 50 Hz |
PWM Low side | 4*; 2.2 A each, PWM, 10 kHz |
*can be enhanced by Upgrade I/O Package, see below |
Power Supplies
12 V, 400 mA each | 5* |
Switchable 5 V/12 V, 400 mA each | 5* |
Max overall current | 4 A on all 12 V |
Precision 12 V ± 1 % on the pin | |
Sensor ground | 20 |
*can be enhanced by Upgrade I/O Package, see below |
Adaptation and Documentation
Function documentation | Automatically created during code generation |
MatLab code generation | Support for customer own MatLab function development |
Software Tools (free download)
Data Analysis tool WinDarab 7 |
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System Configuration tool RaceCon | Logger configuration, calibration and online measurement |
Upgrade Customer Code Area CCA
Provides the option to run customer developed software code on Bosch ECU |
Upgrade I/O Package
Communication |
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4 CAN | |
Inputs |
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4 Analog channels | |
4 Digital PWM inputs | |
4 LVDT, 5 pin configuration, | |
Outputs |
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4 “TTL” Digital output, 10 kHz, PWM, 250 mA each | |
2 PWM High side; 7.5 A each, PWM, 50 Hz | |
4 PWM Low side; 2.2 A each, PWM, 10 kHz | |
Power Supplies |
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5 x12 V, 400 mA each | |
5 switchable 5 V/12 V, 400 mA each | |
** The tooth count differential between any two of the PWM inputs is available two measure e.g. shaft torsion. |
Upgrade High Speed Logging Package
6 ANA | 0 to 5 V, 200 kHz logging rate |
Upgrade CCP Master
Enables CCP master functionality to request data from foreign devices via CAN/CCP protocol. |
Upgrade Real Time Ethernet
Enables the VCU to operate as a real time Ethernet master or slave. Guaranteed latency time of 1 ms. Ideal for time critical data transfer as needed in online control algorithms involving data from different devices. |
USB Accessories
Rugged USB flash drive |
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Mating connector for USB flash drive on car loom side | |
Adapter cable to PC USB-port |
Connectors
Connector LIFE (red) AS018-35PN | Mating connector AS618-35SN (not included) |
Connector SENS-A (yellow) AS018-35PA | Mating connector AS618-35SA (not included) |
Connector SENS-B (blue) AS018-35PB | Mating connector AS618-35SB (not included) |
Communication
3 Ethernet 100 Mbit |
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2 Realtime Ethernet SERCOS3 |
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4 CAN* |
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1 LIN |
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1 USB |
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1 RS232 interface for GPS |
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1 Time sync synchronization Ethernet | |
*can be enhanced by Upgrade I/O Package, see below |
Installation Notes
Inspection services recommended after 220 h or 2 years, no components to replace. |
Please remember that the mating connectors and the programming interface MSA-Box II are not included and must be ordered separately. |
Ordering Information
Vehicle Control Unit VCU MS 50.4
Order number: F02U.V02.965-02
Vehicle Control Unit VCU MS 50.4 + CCA
Order number: F02U.V03.012-01
Vehicle Control Unit VCU MS 50.4 + I/O_PACK + CCA
Order number: F02U.V03.013-01
Software Options
Customer Code Area CCA
Order number: F02U.V02.137-01
I/0 Package
Order number: F02U.V02.777-01
High Speed Logging Package
Order number: F02U.V02.779-01
CCP Master
Order number: F02U.V02.213-01
Real Time Ethernet
Order number: F02U.V02.782-01
Accessories
Rugged USB flash drive
Order number: F02U.V01.342-03
Mating connector for USB flash drive on car loom side
Order number: F02U.002.996-01
Adapter cable to PC USB-Port
Order number: F02U.V01.343-01
Opening tool for shellsize 18
Order number: F02U.V01.394-01
Breakout Box BOB 66-pole
Connector code: blue
Order number: F02U.V02.295-01
Breakout Box BOB 66-pole
Connector code: yellow
Order number: F02U.V02.298-01
Breakout Box BOB MS 7
Connector code: red
Order number: F02U.V02.293-01