2. Introduction and Overview

2.1. Introduction

The neoOBD2-SIM uses Vehicle Spy Professional or Enterprise software to create custom simulations that make the neoOBD2-SIM act like an ECU, an OBD port, a vehicle, or an industrial device. This is accomplished using a simple scripting interface called Function Blocks.

2.2. Package Contents

The neoOBD2-SIM package includes both hardware and software:

Hardware

The package contains the following:
  • neoOBD2-SIM – Intrepid Control Systems portable ECU simulator
  • NEOVI-PS – neoVI / neoECU Power Supply - 12V
  • USB3-USBC-CABLE – USB Type C Cable
  • Quick Start Card to help you get going quickly with your device

Software

The neoOBD2-SIM package also contains a software/driver CD containing:
  • A copy of Intrepid Control Systems’ Vehicle Spy vehicle network software
  • An API install kit containing the neoVI Explorer utility for configuring the device

If you did not purchase Vehicle Spy, a free trial version of the program will be provided instead, which allows access to Vehicle Spy’s minimum features.

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If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Intrepid Control Systems for assistance. The contact for your locale can be found at https://www.intrepidcs.com/worldwide.

2.3. Operational Overview

The device can be powered using the built-in 2000 mAh Lithium Ion battery, the 12V power supply, or the USB Type-C cable. The battery is charged when the power supply or USB cable are connected and the power switch is turned on. The power switch must be turned on to charge the battery.

Connecting to the Device

To connect to the device, take the USB cable, connect it to a PC, and open Vehicle Spy. Vehicle Spy can be installed from the CD that was provided with the device. If no CD is available, or a digital copy is needed, please contact Intrepid Control Systems for a replacement.

You may want to review the software install before the connection. If there isn’t software, no driver for the device will be available.

Once the device is connected, navigate to Setup > Hardware to open neoVI Explorer. The device information should auto populate. Highlight the neoOBD2-SIM and press Connect.

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Device settings such as Baud Rates and enabled networks can be modified. The device firmware can also be reflashed here by pressing Manual Reflash.

Important Note

When updating the device firmware, DO NOT UNPLUG THE DEVICE. Unplugging the device during a firmware update will result in irreparable damage to the neoOBD2-SIM. If the neoOBD2-SIM is damaged, the device must be returned to Intrepid Control Systems for repairs

When modifications are complete, press Write Settings to write the changes to the device. Please note that changing settings on the device will not clear any scripts present on the device.

2.4. Summary of Key Features

The neoOBD2-SIM includes two CAN / CAN FD channels and is designed for complex script- based simulations for interactive protocols such as ISO 14229, CCP/XCP, J1939, and more.

Construction, Controls, and Cabling
  1. USB Type-C port for configuring and charging
  2. Customizable 12x4 character OLED display. This is also the location of the power switch (left side)
  3. Barrel jack for external power. Center positive, 7.5-36v DC power supply connection
  4. Four programmable 360 Degree Encoder with buttons
  5. Four programmable multi-color LEDs
  6. Built in DIP switches to change the termination
  7. Clear plastic case
  8. J1962 female connector that can be connected directly to off-the-shelf scan tools
  9. Built in 2000mAH Lithium-Ion battery
  10. CoreMini scripting engine to run standalone scripts
  11. Firmware that can be upgraded in the field
  12. Two CAN / CAN FD channels
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Figure 3: Device Features and Locations

2.5. Hardware and Software Requirements

Hardware:

The neoOBD2-SIM is programmed through Intrepid Control Systems’ Vehicle Spy 3 software. All commands are executed on the device using the CoreMini scripting engine. CoreMini scripts are written using Function Blocks inside of Vehicle Spy.

Software:

A licensed copy of Vehicle Spy will be necessary to design and upload CoreMini scripts to the device. However, the license does not need to be for the specific neoOBD2-SIM. A version of software licensed for one of our other devices can be used, as long as the license is still in maintenance.

Important Note

The neoOBD2-SIM cannot be used in PC mode as an interface. The device operates using CoreMini (Standalone) mode only.

All software can be downloaded from the Intrepid Control Systems web site.