The PAE-Media Converter provides bidirectional conversion between standard Ethernet and automotive Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE). It thus connects a PC or standard network equipment to the ECUs and onboard buses using Automotive Ethernet, with bit-level transparent transmission.
The converter supports Fast Ethernet (100BASE-T1) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T1), with a bit rate set manually or negotiated automatically. On the SPE side, the connector is switchable between H-MTD and MATEnet, covering the main vehicle connector standards.
Rugged and compact, it is housed in a profiled aluminum housing with bracket mounting, operates from -40 to +85 °C, and is powered by 6–36 V (dedicated connector) or 5 V via USB-C. Configuration is done via DIP switches, supplemented if needed by a USB API for software configuration and diagnostics.
- Standard Ethernet: 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3u / 802.3ab), RJ45 connector
- Single-Pair Ethernet: 100BASE-T1 / 1000BASE-T1 (IEEE 802.3bw / 802.3bp)
- Choice of SPE connectors: H-MTD or MATEnet (switchable)
- Data rates: 100 / 1000 Mbit/s, manual or auto-negotiated
- Power supply: 6–36 V via dedicated connector or 5 V via USB-C
- Power connector: Phoenix Contact MC1,5/2-STF-3,81
- Temperature range: -40 to +85 °C (v1.0 version: -40 to +70 °C)
- Thermal monitoring with automatic shutdown in case of overheating
- Extruded aluminum housing with composite panels, DIN rail mounting
- Status LEDs (device and power)
- DIP switch configuration, adjustable during operation
- Optional USB API for software configuration and diagnostics
- Compliance: IEEE 802.3u / 802.3ab / 802.3bw / 802.3bp — ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturing
The PAE Media Converter is ideally suited for development, testing, and validation environments in automotive electronics. It enables engineers to seamlessly connect Automotive Ethernet networks (100/1000BASE-T1) with standard Ethernet equipment, thereby allowing them to utilize existing analysis tools directly. The integrated controlled link interruption function facilitates realistic fault simulations within reproducible test scenarios – without the need to physically disconnect the connection. Thanks to its plug-and-play operation, the device can be immediately integrated into existing test benches, while an optional USB API enables its integration into automated test environments.
- PAE-Media Converter (aluminum housing)
- Phoenix Contact screw plug-in connector (type MC1,5/2-STF-3,81)
- User manual in PDF format
- Printed quick start guide
Complete documentation for the PAE-Media Converter.
Quick setup of the converter.
The package includes a Python script that demonstrates how to configure the PAE-Media Converter and read status information via the USB API.
The PAE-Media Converter provides bidirectional conversion between standard Ethernet and automotive Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE). It thus connects a PC or standard network equipment to the ECUs and onboard buses using Automotive Ethernet, with bit-level transparent transmission.
The converter supports Fast Ethernet (100BASE-T1) and Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T1), with a bit rate set manually or negotiated automatically. On the SPE side, the connector is switchable between H-MTD and MATEnet, covering the main vehicle connector standards.
Rugged and compact, it is housed in a profiled aluminum housing with bracket mounting, operates from -40 to +85 °C, and is powered by 6–36 V (dedicated connector) or 5 V via USB-C. Configuration is done via DIP switches, supplemented if needed by a USB API for software configuration and diagnostics.
