Turn the vehicle's key switch to the "ON" position so the controller receives logic power. Launch Software: Open the Zapi PC Can Console application.
Even with a successful installation, users can sometimes face challenges. Here are a few common issues and tips for resolving them:
Before downloading the software, ensure your setup meets the minimum technical and hardware requirements to avoid connectivity issues. 1. Hardware Requirements
A specialized Zapi CAN-to-USB interface cable (often referred to as the Zapi PC-Console tool or a compatible CAN analyzer like Kvaser, Peak-CAN, or IXXAT, depending on your software configuration).
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The software allows you to view live data from the controller, such as motor current, battery voltage, temperature, speed, and the status of various inputs and outputs. This is essential for verifying system performance under load and quickly identifying the root cause of operational issues.
| Component | Requirement | | :--- | :--- | | | CANopen DSP 402 (extended IDs) | | Chunk size | 64 bytes per PDO, with CRC-16 checksum every 512 bytes | | Timeout | 500ms per chunk; rollback triggers after 3 consecutive timeouts | | Storage | Local SQLite DB to index backup files by serial number of controller | | Logging | Generate ZapiDownload_YYYYMMDD.log for every session |
