3. A Tour of ValueLOG Hardware

Let’s now take a short tour of the ValueLOG hardware. We’ll examine the device from all sides, showing its external components and explaining what each does. This will help you become more familiar with the unit so you can more easily set up, configure and use it. Like many Intrepid products, the ValueLOG is designed so that all of its connectors are located on its sides, making the device easier to use in cramped quarters. We’ll refer to these as the left side and right side of the unit, as oriented when facing the device with its top label text readable.

Warning

The ValueLOG is a complex device that does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open the case of the ValueLOG unless specifically instructed to do so by an Intrepid Control Systems technician, or you risk possible injury or damage to the unit.

3.1. Case and Overall Design

The ValueLOG is enclosed in a sturdy black-anodized plastic case. The device has been designed and tested for in-vehicle use, and is operational in a temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. An overall view of the ValueLOG can be seen in Figure 3. Connectors and ports are often a point of failure with hardware devices. To ensure that the ValueLOG provides you with years of reliable service, Intrepid has ruggedized the physical interfaces on the device by using reinforced metal connectors.

Figure 3: Overview of the ValueLOG.

The bottom of the ValueLOG contains useful reference information, including the device serial number, pinouts of its OBD port (Figure 4). Pinouts for ValueLOG connectors and cables can be found in Chapter 7.

Figure 4: ValueLOG Back View

3.2. Left Side Interfaces and Connectors

The left side of the ValueLOG contains a connector for the GPS antenna (Figure 5).

Figure 5: ValueLOG Left Side View.

3.2.1. GPS Connector

GNSS Antenna for GPS L1/GLONASS G1/BeiDou B1, 1568 MHz, 2 meter RG174 cable, SMA Male connector, magnetic mount.

Figure 5: ValueLOG GNSS Antenna.

3.2.2. HD-26 Network Interface Connector

This male, high-density, 26-pin D-subminiature connector is the primary means by which the ValueLOG interfaces with vehicle networks. One of two network interface cables is connected to this port, enabling CAN, LIN and Ethernet messages to be passed between the network and the ValueLOG. This connector also provides primary power to the device.

3.3. Right Side Interfaces and Connectors

This side of the ValueLOG contains a sim card slot, this is only functional on the ValueLOG Wireless (Figure 6).

Figure 6: ValueLOG Right Side View

3.4. Membrane LED Display and button

The membrane contains 4 LEDs that provide immediate visual feedback about the status of the device, one keypad button can be used to toggle the indicator mode and other functions and the USB-C port configures your device.

Figure 7: ValueLOG Membrane LED Display and Button

All of the LEDs and buttons are also scriptable: the buttons can be used for user input, and the LEDs can be set to provide information from a CoreMini program running in the ValueLOG.

Button and LEDs

There is one button and four LEDs on the ValueLOG: The button can be used to wake up the ValueLOG when it is asleep and can be accessed by wifi application programmed into the ValueLOG using CCIF.

Blinking pattern - All 4 LEDs will blink 100 ms on - 100 ms off (5 blinks per second), or always off (network activity LED only).

ISM Controlled LEDs can be modified by the respective ISM/Embedded CCIF app.

All LEDs can also be modified by a CoreMini script using function blocks, by setting the LED property “AUTO” to zero first.

• LED1 Script/Host Connection Status

  • Orange - Idle/USB not connected

  • White - USB connected

  • Blue/green alternating - Online in VSpy

  • Magenta - Script running

• LED2 ISM1 Controlled LED - BLE Chip Status

  • Orange - Bootloader

  • Green - App running

  • White - Inactive

• LED3 ISM2 Controlled LED - WiFi Chip Status

  • Orange - Bootloader

  • White - Inactive

  • Green - App running

  • Yellow - WiFi in provisioning mode

  • Teal - WiFi connected to access point

  • Purple - WiVi Server Connected

  • Blue - WiVi Sending Data

Note: * Only when device is programmed to run the WiVi application

• LED4 Network Activity Indicator

  • Blue - Receive activity

  • Green - Transmit activity

  • Red - Bus errors - will blend red with blue or green depending on state

  • Off - No activity

• All LEDs

Alternating Green/Red - Bootloader (reflash)

Configuration of lights, during the provision setup

– The LED colors left to right should be as follows for each of the following cases.

• Magenta - Orange - Green - Blue (WIFI App Running)

• Magenta - Orange - Teal - Blue (WIFI Connected, App Running)

• Magenta - Orange - Yellow - Blue (WIFI Provisioning)

• Magenta - Orange - Magenta - Blue (WIFI, WIVI Server Registered, App Running)

• Magenta - Orange - Blue - Blue (WIFI App Running Sending Data)

3.5. Standard Cables and Cable Options

As mentioned in Section 2.2, the ValueLOG can be purchased with the optional cables. We’ll now illustrate these cables and describe each one’s use. Connector pinouts and cable signal tables for this hardware can be found in Chapter 8 (except for the USB cable, which is industry standard).

3.5.1. USB 3.0: Type “A” to USB-C Cable

Figure 9: USB Type “A” to USB-C Cable.

3.5.2. OBD to 4x DB9 Cable

Figure 10: ValueLOG OBD to 4x DB9 Cable

3.5.3. ValueLOG with OBD2 to DB26 Adapter Cable

Figure 11: ValueLOG with OBD2 to DB26 Adapter Cable

This versatile cable offers connectivity to devices equipped with DB26 ports, opening up a wide range of compatible systems and expanding the applications of the ValueLOG tool. Learn More about OBD2 to DB26 cable >> https://store.intrepidcs.com/product/OBD-DB26-CABLE

3.5.4. OBD2 to 4x DB9 Cable

Figure 12: ValueLOG OBD2 to 4x DB9 Cable

This cable is designed to enhance the functionality and compatibility of ValueLOG by providing seamless connectivity between the tool and devices equipped with DB-9 ports. With the ValueLOG OBD2 to 4x DB-9 Adapter Cable, you can connect your ValueLOG to a wide range of devices, expanding its applications and maximizing its utility. Learn More about OBD2 to 4x DB-9 cable >> https://store.intrepidcs.com/product/OBD-4XDB9-CABLE

3.5.5. ValueLOG with OBD2 to J1939 Adapter Cable

Figure 13: ValueLOG with OBD2 to J1939 Adapter Cable

This cable is specifically designed to facilitate effortless connection between ValueLOG and vehicles or equipment utilizing the J1939 protocol. Learn More about OBD2 to J1939 cable >> https://store.intrepidcs.com/product/OBD-J1939-CABLE