neoVI FIRE 2 User’s Guide
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© 2016 Intrepid Control Systems, Inc.
Version 2.1 - October 10, 2016
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Introduction and Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an Intrepid Control Systems neoVI FIRE 2 multi-network vehicle
network interface. The FIRE 2 is Intrepid’s fourth-generation general purpose interface tool,
providing access to multiple channels of CAN, LIN and other vehicle networks. The FIRE 2
can be used to monitor and transmit on networks, to create custom simulations for network
analysis and troubleshooting, and for standalone logging based on precise specifications.
The FIRE 2 provides numerous
evolutionary
improvements over the very successful original
neoVI FIRE, including more CAN channels, greater performance, more robust case and
connectors, far larger script space, the ability to download data from the included SD card over
USB, and support for a wider input voltage range. It also adds new
revolutionary
features to
the world of vehicle networking tools, such as support for CAN FD, Automotive Ethernet and
DoIP, individual multi-color network activity LEDs, USB device hosting, and much more.
1.2 Package Contents
Your neoVI FIRE 2 package includes both hardware and software.
Hardware
You should receive the following:
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The neoVI FIRE 2 network interface device.
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A microSD card for data logging (already installed in the unit).
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A USB microSD card reader.
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An industry standard USB “A/B” cable to connect the FIRE 2 to a PC.
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A µDB-9 to DB-9 conversion cable.
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A FIRE 2 Ethernet Cable Adapter.
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Your choice of OBD cable from among five options (details are in
Section 2.5).
You will also receive a “Getting Started” card to help you get going quickly with your device.
The FIRE 2 is packaged using a special cardboard insert with a plastic sheet molded over it
to hold it securely during shipment. Figure 1 shows how the device will appear in its box after
removing the “Getting Started” card.
