CANARY
Compact USB bus interface having (2) CAN channels at up to 1Mbps data rates and (2) LIN channels
CANary is ATI’s compact USB CAN interface designed to connect VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software with ECUs, ATI data acquisition hardware, and other CAN-based devices. With electrically isolated CAN and LIN channels, configurable termination, and native VISION integration, CANary provides a simple and reliable solution for measurement, calibration, and CAN communication workflows.
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At a Glance
2x High-Speed CAN Channels
Supports CAN 2.0B communication for ECU calibration, data acquisition, and CAN network communication
2x LIN Channels
Integrated LIN support enables communication with LIN-based devices and subsystems
Large File Handling
Simple PC connection over USB with portable deployment for vehicle and laboratory environments
Electrically Isolated Channels
CAN and LIN channels are isolated from the USB connection to improve reliability and protect connected systems
Native VISION Integration
Designed specifically for ATI VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software workflows
ECU Calibration Support
Supports CCP and XCP communication for ECU calibration and measurement applications
ATI Hardware Compatibility
Integrates with ATI EMX Series and other ATI data acquisition hardware
Configurable Bus Termination
Integrated bus termination can be enabled or disabled directly through VISION software
Modern calibration and measurement workflows require dependable communication between development software, ECUs, data acquisition hardware, and vehicle networks. CANary provides this connection in a compact interface that is easy to deploy in vehicles, laboratories, and test environments.
Designed specifically for ATI VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software, CANary bridges communication between ATI hardware, CAN-based devices, and calibration systems while maintaining the simplicity and portability required for daily engineering workflows.
Unlike generic CAN interfaces, CANary is tightly integrated into ATI’s measurement and calibration ecosystem, enabling synchronized data acquisition, ECU communication, and streamlined setup for development teams.
The electrically isolated CAN and LIN channels help improve communication stability while protecting connected systems in noisy automotive and industrial environments.
Applications
ECU Calibration
Use CANary to communicate with ECUs using CCP or XCP protocols for calibration and measurement tasks within ATI VISION software.
Vehicle Network Communication
Connect to CAN and LIN networks for diagnostics, communication monitoring, and system development.
Durability & Long-Term Testing
Bridge ATI data acquisition hardware with VISION software for synchronized measurement workflows.
Development and Validation Testing
Deploy CANary in laboratory or in-vehicle environments for communication, measurement, and validation activities.
See CANary in Action
From ECU calibration to CAN communication and hardware setup, these videos demonstrate how CANary integrates with ATI VISION software and supports everyday development and testing workflows. Whether you're evaluating the hardware or getting started with an existing system, these demonstrations provide a closer look at the interface in real-world applications.
CANary Overview
Explore CANary's communication capabilities, supported workflows, and typical applications in automotive development and testing.
CANary in ATI VISION
See how CANary works alongside ATI VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software to communicate with ECUs and supported hardware for calibration and measurement applications.
Reliable Vehicle Network Connectivity
CANary provides two high-speed CAN 2.0B channels and two LIN channels in a compact USB interface, enabling communication between your PC, vehicle ECUs, ATI measurement hardware, and compatible third-party CAN devices. Whether calibrating an ECU, monitoring network traffic, or collecting measurements, CANary serves as the communication bridge within ATI VISION.
Rather than listing every supported workflow separately, this section should establish CANary's primary role: connecting engineers to vehicle networks reliably and simply.
Electrical Isolation & Flexible Installation
Vehicle electrical systems often introduce noise, ground potential differences, and other conditions that can interfere with communication. CANary electrically isolates its CAN and LIN channels from the USB connection, helping maintain stable communication while protecting both the host computer and connected hardware during laboratory and in-vehicle testing.
To simplify installation across different network configurations, CANary also includes software-configurable internal bus termination. Engineers can enable or disable termination directly within ATI VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software, reducing setup time and eliminating the need for external termination hardware in many applications.
Compact Enough to Go Anywhere
Whether you're working at a test bench or inside a vehicle, CANary is designed to stay out of the way while keeping communication within easy reach. Its compact enclosure fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, making it easy to transport between projects or install where space is limited. USB or vehicle power provides flexible deployment, while the lightweight 28.3 g (1 oz) design adds virtually no bulk to your setup.
Pocket-sized
Fits comfortably in the palm of your hand
Flexible Power
Powered by USB or a 7 to 30 VDC vehicle supply
Lightweight
Only 28.3 g (1 oz)
Calibration Without Complexity
Industry-standard protocol support allows CANary to integrate into existing ECU development workflows while remaining easy to deploy with ATI VISION software.
Built for the ATI Ecosystem
CANary is designed to work seamlessly with ATI VISION Calibration and Data Acquisition Software, creating a direct communication link between your PC, supported ECUs, ATI measurement hardware, and compatible CAN/LIN devices. From one software environment, engineers can configure communication, perform ECU calibration, synchronize measurements, and monitor vehicle networks, simplifying development workflows from setup through testing.
Connect
Configure CANary, communicate with supported ECUs, monitor vehicle networks, and acquire measurement data from a single software environment. Native integration eliminates the need for separate interface utilities and keeps calibration and data acquisition together in one workflow.
CANary Interface
Connected to the PC over Full-Speed USB, CANary acts as the communication bridge between ATI VISION and your development hardware. Two high-speed CAN 2.0B channels, two LIN channels, electrical isolation, and software-configurable bus termination provide reliable communication in laboratory and in-vehicle environments.
Connected Development Hardware
CANary communicates with supported ECUs, ATI EMX Series data acquisition hardware, and compatible third-party CAN devices through ATI VISION. This unified connection enables calibration, synchronized measurements, diagnostics, and network communication without switching between multiple hardware interfaces.
Specifications
Operating Conditions
Environmental & Mechanical
Please see the product datasheet for more technical information about this product.
*Note: As of firmware version 1.3.3, ATI CANary LIN only allows one channel to be used in slave mode. The remaining channel is allowed to be used in Master mode.
Ordering Information
Online purchasing is available in the US, UK, EU, and India. If online purchasing is not available in your location, please contact your regional sales office.
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