CANopen Master Simulator 1.2

CANopen Master Simulator by Bihl+Wiedemann is a PC-based tool that emulates a CANopen master, making it easy to bring up, test, and troubleshoot CANopen slave devices without writing custom code. It streamlines commissioning and diagnostics by giving you clear visibility into device behavior, network status, and data traffic, all through an intuitive interface.

With the simulator, you can send standard master commands, explore a device’s object dictionary, read and write parameters, and monitor real-time data exchange. Importing EDS/DCF files helps you work with device-specific objects using familiar names and data types. Built-in monitoring and logging tools make it straightforward to verify configurations, capture issues, and document results.

Key features:

• Emulates a CANopen master for development, commissioning, and service
• Sends NMT commands (start, stop, reset) and manages node states
• SDO-based object dictionary access for reading and writing parameters
• PDO configuration and live monitoring to validate cyclic data
• EDS/DCF import for device-aware browsing and configuration
• Heartbeat and device status monitoring with clear diagnostics
• Message trace and logging for analysis and reporting
• Adjustable bus settings, including baud rate and node assignments
• Clean, user-friendly interface designed for fast setup and repeatable tests

Typical use cases:

• Bringing up new CANopen devices and verifying configurations
• Troubleshooting communication or parameter issues in the field
• Validating PDO mappings and timing during development
• Creating repeatable test sequences for quality assurance

Note: A compatible PC-to-CAN interface and drivers are required to connect to a physical CANopen network. Compatibility with common interfaces and Windows environments is typical; consult Bihl+Wiedemann’s documentation for supported hardware and system requirements.

CANopen Master Simulator is developed by Bihl+Wiedemann and is used by 1 user of Software Informer. The most popular version of this product among our users is 1.2. The names of program executable files are CANSim.exe, _7852672e.exe.