PP-CAN-FD® is a programmable CAN and CAN FD gateway for permanent installation in vehicles. It looks like an XBB PowerUnit® on the outside but also has the functions of the XBB Dongle® built into the same unit. This means you do not need an XBB Dongle® in installations where PP-CAN-FD® is used.

How it works

PP-CAN-FD® connects directly to the vehicle's CAN bus, interprets the vehicle's signals according to the recipe you choose and controls its two outputs accordingly. Typical use is control of auxiliary lights and accessories, where a load is to follow a vehicle function such as high beam or ignition. The unit also acts as master for other XBB products, which it reaches over an encrypted 2.4 GHz radio link. Up to three XBB modules, for example XBB PowerUnit®, XBB PowerUnit 6® or XBB Smart Button®, can be connected at the same time if the two built-in outputs are not enough.

Unlike the XBB Dongle®, PP-CAN-FD® is not fitted in the diagnostic port but is connected to the vehicle's electrical system and CAN bus. The installation therefore requires knowledge of vehicle electrics. In return it also suits those who cannot or do not want to have anything fitted in the diagnostic port, and some car models require PP-CAN-FD® instead of the XBB Dongle®.

What you get

• Two outputs of 10 A each. If a load needs more, both outputs can be connected to the same load and share the current.
• The current on each output is shown continuously in the XBB Configurator app, so you can check the installation after fitting.
• An analogue input on pin 4, for example for manual switching of the outputs.
• Built-in three-axis accelerometer and voltage monitoring.
• Fully potted electronics that withstand harsher environments than a standard XBB PowerUnit®. Mounting in the engine bay is permitted in a protected location away from heat sources.
• Type approved for vehicles with 12 V electrical systems under UN ECE R10, approval E5*10R06/03*0772*00.
• Retains its settings and reconnects the whole system within a few seconds after a power interruption.

Installation

The unit is shaped like a relay and is fitted in a standard 7-pin relay socket to DIN 72552. The socket must be mechanically secured, and the supply to pin 2 must be protected by an automotive blade fuse of at most 25 A, sized for the cable used. The complete installation instructions with fuse sizing, pin assignment and mounting advice are in the instructions for use below. We have also developed a dedicated cable harness for PP-CAN-FD®.

Recept

Ready-made recipes for PP-CAN-FD® are found under Compatible cars → PP-CAN. Recipes are loaded via the XBB Configurator app, available on the App Store and Google Play.

Write your own recipes with XBB Code

At xbb-code.com you write, compile and share your own recipes for PP-CAN-FD® directly in the browser. Recipes are written in TSharkRex®, a language based on IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, and you sign in with the same account as in XBB Configurator. Start from a template or copy a ready-made recipe for your car model and adapt it. The full language reference is available at xbb-code.com/docs.

Technical data

Documents

• Datasheet PP-CAN-FD® (English)
• Instructions for use and safety information (Swedish)
• Instructions for use and safety information (English)
• Declaration of conformity (Swedish)
• EU Declaration of Conformity (English)
• Information under REACH Article 33
• Instructions for use and the EU declaration in fourteen further languages are available at xbb.se/docs.