Comprehensive Development of Distributed Automotive Devices and Systems for Every Major Automotive Bus Enabled by K2L's New OptoLyzer® Studio Software

KARLSRUHE, Germany, April 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- K2L GmbH & Co. KG, today announced its OptoLyzer^® Studio Graphical User Interface (GUI) software that supports K2L, Microchip Technology and other 3^rd party hardware development tools, for designing devices and systems that enable data communication over every leading-edge automotive bus, including CAN, LIN, FlexRay^® and MOST^® networks. By combining all of the features from K2L's existing OptoLyzer Suite and Automotive Test System (ATS) software with new, modern and easy-to-use features, the comprehensive OptoLyzer Studio software simplifies the full development cycle of automotive distributed devices and systems; from test and simulation to analysis and verification.

To learn more, visit http://www.k2l.de/products/solutions/optolyzer-studio.

"Automotive engineers are continually grappling with challenges such as shorter development cycles and higher design complexity," said Matthias Karcher, K2L's senior manager.  "Our new OptoLyzer Studio GUI software offers them a comprehensive and easy-to-use tool chain that addresses these issues and performs as needed, every time, for all applications and use cases."

The universal OptoLyzer Studio software reduces complexity and cost, and shortens time-to-market for all activities related to test and simulation. It also covers all of the requirements for conducting analysis and verification, helping to ensure quality from the earliest design stages. In addition to supporting all major automotive busses, this .NET-based tool leverages cost-effective open technologies that allow for customized extensions, making it the most flexible option available to the automotive industry.

Consumer demand for more sophisticated features in automobiles at lower costs requires a growing number of interconnected electronics in each vehicle and challenges automakers to leverage modern technologies. With a single tool that supports all of the automotive busses, the OptoLyzer Studio software serves the needs of the teams of designers, developers, testers and system integrators required to bring sophisticated automotive systems to market in a timely manner. 

Pricing and Availability
K2L provides several different editions of its OptoLyzer Studio software that enable customized function ranges for specific use cases. The Entry Edition is available today for $390, and can be used with Microchip Technology's CAN BUS Analyzer Tool. For more information, visit http://www.k2l.de/products/solutions/optolyzer-studio.

Resources
High-res screen shot of the OptoLyzer Studio software's GUI is available through the editorial contact. To learn more, ask the experts from K2L about the OptoLyzer Studio by emailing [email protected].

About K2L
K2L GmbH & Co. KG is a provider of development tools for devices that enable data communication over leading-edge automotive networks, such as CAN, FlexRay^®, LIN and MOST^® technology.  K2L's experienced and knowledgeable team provides a wide variety of solutions to fully support the standard V-model software development process used in the design of automotive electronic control units (ECUs).  K2L can assist with all phases of the design process, including rapid prototyping, embedded device development, ready-to-run test solutions and highly productive test environments. To further assist with product development, K2L offers software components, engineering services, training modules and workshops, and technical support. For more information, visit the K2L Web site at http://www.k2l.de.

Note:  OptoLyzer, and MOST are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective companies.

Tags / Keywords:  GUI, Test, Simulation, Verification, Tracing, .NET, CAN, MOST, LIN, FlexRay, MOST, Multi-Bus, Automotive Test System, OptoLyzer

SOURCE K2L GmbH & Co. KG

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