Prodigy PGY-100BASE-T1 is automotive Ethernet protocol decode software that runs inside a Tektronix oscilloscope. Feed the output of a directional coupler to the oscilloscope and it decodes the PAM3 encoded 100BASE-T1 signal, shows master and slave packets separately and checks the FCS of each one, so protocol problems between two ECUs can be traced straight to the physical layer. Pertech is the authorized Prodigy distributor.
100BASE-T1 software highlights
- Decodes PAM3 encoded 100BASE-T1 signals
- Decodes Send_N mode packets without any training sequence
- Master and slave packets displayed separately
- FCS validation, with error packets shown in red
- Timestamp, packet type, source and destination IP address, and payload decode
- Detail view correlates decoded packets with the waveform in a bus diagram
- CSV and TXT export and report generation
Where the 100BASE-T1 software earns its keep
- Debugging the link between two automotive Ethernet ECUs
- Correlating protocol errors with signal problems on the physical layer
- Checking traffic in each direction separately using a directional coupler
- Labs with a Tektronix oscilloscope that need occasional 100BASE-T1 decode
Key Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | PGY-100BASE-T1 |
| Platform | Software running inside Tektronix oscilloscopes |
| Signal | 100BASE-T1, PAM3 |
| Setup | Directional coupler output to the oscilloscope |
| Decode | Send_N mode without training sequence; master and slave packets separately |
| Error check | FCS validation, errors highlighted |
| Export | CSV and TXT; reports |
Frequently asked questions
How is the 100BASE-T1 signal captured?
The output of a directional coupler is fed to the Tektronix oscilloscope, and PGY-100BASE-T1 decodes the PAM3 encoded signal in the time domain.
Can it separate master and slave traffic?
Yes. Master and slave packets are displayed separately, which makes it easy to follow the conversation between two ECUs.
Decode software or a dedicated 100BASE-T1 analyzer?
The software is the right choice for debugging the physical layer and short captures on an oscilloscope you already have. For long, passive captures with Layer 2 to Layer 7 decode, SOME/IP and multi-level triggers, choose the 100Base-T1 Automotive Ethernet Protocol Analyzer.
Does it detect errors?
Yes. It validates the FCS of every packet and shows error packets in red, linked to their waveforms.
Where can I buy Prodigy 100BASE-T1 decode software in Israel?
Pertech is the authorized Prodigy distributor. Prodigy offers free online technical support and free software updates. Contact Pertech for a quote, a demo or help checking that your oscilloscope is supported.
Related Prodigy products at Pertech
- 100Base-T1 Automotive Ethernet Protocol Analyzer
- 10BaseT1S Protocol Decode Software
- MDIO Protocol Exerciser and Analyzer
- Prodigy protocol analyzers at Pertech
Debugging an automotive Ethernet link? Contact Pertech for a quote, a demo or help choosing the right tool.
