UniTrain - Tehnologii Auto

Table of Contents
Table of Contents 1
UniTrain 2
UniTrain courses 2
UniTrain automotive technology courses 3
List of articles: 4
Additionally recommended: 34
CAN bus-controlled passenger door 34
CAN bus-controlled vehicle lighting 37
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UniTrain
UniTrain is a multimedia e-learning system with integrated, mobile electronics lab for general education and
advanced training in electrical engineering and electronics.
UniTrain courses
UniTrain courses

UniTrain automotive technology courses
UniTrain automotive technology courses
UniTrain courses in technology for motor vehicles convey a variety of topics involving electrical circuitry and
electronics as used in cars and commercial vehicles. The complete interaction of the various systems is covered
in such a way as to make them easily accessible to students, e.g. by means of pictures and animated graphics.
Using the equipment supplied, students are continually encouraged to apply the knowledge they have gained in
practical fashion. This may involve the use of additional virtual instruments (as appropriate to the equipment).

List of articles:
Pos. Product name Bestell-Nr. Anz.
1 UniTrain: DC and AC circuits in vehicles CO4204-7A 1
This training system provides trainees with the perfect introduction to

the topics of direct and alternating current. All the relevant contents are
taught with the help of easily understood animations and interactive
experiments. Thanks to the numerous test pages in the course,
teachers can obtain feedback on students’ progress at any time, as
can the individual students themselves.
Includes:
1 Experiment card with various resistor circuits

1 Experiment card with voltage divider circuits
1 Experiment card with circuits for investigating temperature-
dependent, light-dependent and voltage-dependent resistors
Storage case
Labsoft browser and course software
Training contents:
Fundamentals of electricity
Circuits
Measurement of voltage and current
Calculation of current, voltage and resistance
Series circuits
Parallel circuits
Mixed series and parallel circuits
Ohm’s law
Kirchhoff’s 1st law
Kirchhoff’s 2nd law
Simple voltage dividers
Temperature-dependent NTC (negative temperature
coefficient) thermistors
Temperature-dependent PTC (positive temperature coefficient)
thermistors
Light-dependent resistors (LDRs)
Voltage-dependent resistors (VDRs)
Troubleshooting (9 simulated faults activated by relays)
Course duration: 10 h approx. (including about 1.5 h for
troubleshooting)
2 Course - Automotive 2: Electronics and digital technology in SO4204-7B 1

vehicles

Includes:
1 Experiment card with diode circuits (Si, Ge and Zener

diodes)
1 Experiment card with transistors for building various circuit

configurations (common emitter, common collector, with or
without feedback)
1 Experiment card with logic gates (NOT, AND, OR, NAND,

NOR, EXOR, EXNOR) and a sequence of gates
1 Experiment card with JK flip-flop
Course contents:
Introduction to common designs ad properties of diodes
Identifying typical diode applications
Determining the valve and rectifier actions of diodes
Recording static and dynamic characteristics for various diodes
Determining diode parameters by measurement
Investigation of limiting circuits using Zener diodes (with and

without load)
Introduction to basic transistor circuits
Design and investigation of a transistor switch
Experiment to set the operating point of a transistor
Measurement of gain and input/output resistances in common

emitter and common collector circuits
Investigating the effect of resistive and capacitive feedback in a

common emitter circuit
Introduction to basic logic circuits
Introduction to truth tables and symbols, logic equations and

timing diagrams for each of the basic gates
Experimental derivation of Boolean functions and laws
Design of basic logic circuits using NAND gates and NOR-

gates
Minimisation of logic circuits with the aid of Karnaugh maps

with experimental testing
Introduction to the principle of a flip-flop

Investigating the operation of a JK flip flop by measurement
(static and dynamic input signal/single-pulse operation)
Investigation of a counter circuit
Fault simulation (16 simulated faults activated by relay)
Course duration 9.5 h approx. (fault finding 2.5 h approx.)

3 UniTrain: Automotive electrical fundamentals (USA/Australia) CO4205-1D 1
Offer students an introduction to the fascinating world of electronics in

vehicles with this training system. All the circuits are pre-fabricated
and can be put into action simply by plugging in a few bridging plugs
(jumpers). A key focus is in the usage and operation of measuring
instruments when testing a customer's vehicle.
Training Content:
Electrical principles specifically explained for automotive applications
Voltage DC, AC and PWM

Resistance
Current
Ohms law
Series and parallel and mixed circuits
Understanding automotive circuits, wiring diagrams and
electrical symbols
Automotive electrical component testing and diagnosis
Fuses
Relays
Switches
Transistors
Potentiometers
DC motors
Light globes
Power supplies
Automotive circuits
Brake light circuit

Instrument panel dimmer circuit
Heater blower fan variable speed circuit
Horn circuit
Use of typical automotive diagnostic tools found in the workshop
Digital Multimeter
Voltmeter
Ohmmeter
Ammeter
Test light
Oscilloscope
Diagnosing of common automotive circuit failures and components

with built in automatic fault switching in the following areas
Open circuits
Short circuits
Faulty components

4 UniTrain: Pulse generation and ignition systems in vehicles CO4204-7C 1
Even conventional components of spark-ignition engines, such as the

ignition system, continue to develop as a result of the advances in
electronic systems. Modern ignition systems are complex and
extraordinarily precise. They enable the outstanding performance of
modern petrol engines while ensuring that emission standards are met.
Trainees can use the UniTrain system to learn for themselves how an
ignition system is constructed, what could go wrong with a system of
this kind and how such faults can be diagnosed.
Training contents:
How an ignition spark is generated

Ignition timing with mechanical and map control
Conventional ignition systems and dual-spark systems
Transistorised ignition systems using Hall sensors and
inductive sensors
Electronic ignition systems
Recording and assessment of oscilloscope traces for ignition
systems
Principles of static and rotary high-voltage distribution
Course duration 8 h approx.

5 UniTrain: "12V Generator in Automotive" CO4204-7D 1
Includes:
1 Experiment card with three-phase generator/alternator,

bridge rectifier and battery replacement circuit featuring charge
monitoring light
1 Experiment card with integrated (original automobile
component) and discretely assembled voltage regulators
1 Experiment card with half-wave and bridge rectifiers and load
circuit
Course contents:
Introduction to the basic terminology of magnetism/electro-

magnetism
Explaining the Lorentz force phenomenon
Introduction to the design and function of single-phase and
three-phase generators
Experimental determination of phase-shift with a three-phase
generator
Determining the number of pole pairs of a three-phase
generator by measurement
Introduction to the functioning of diodes
Identifying difference between Zener and normal diodes
Introduction to the functioning of transistors
Explain the design and function of half-wave and bridge
rectifiers
Investigation of half-wave and bridge rectifiers by measurement
Introduction to circuits in automobiles
Experimental determination of the functioning of a charge
control light
Experimental determination of the conditions for charging a
battery
Introduction to the principle of voltage regulation in vehicles
Introduction to the design and function of electromagnetic and
electronic voltage regulators
Investigation of how alternator voltage depends on engine
speed and load by measurement
Measurement of threshold voltage and switching tolerance for a
voltage regulator
Course duration 7.5 h approx. (fault finding 1.5 h approx.)

6 UniTrain: "LIN-Bus" CO4204-7E 1
Includes:
1 Experiment card with LIN master and controls for LIN-bus-

controlled window winders, door mirror, indicators and central
locking
1 Experiment card with LIN slave and actuators window winder

motors, and central locking, plus a sensor to detect the position
of the window
LIN-bus controlled door mirror
Labsoft browser, course software and one additional virtual

instrument, "LIN monitor"
Course contents:
Development of bus systems in motor vehicles
Modern automotive bus systems
Topology and components of a LIN-bus system in a motor

vehicle
Experimental determination of electrical properties of a LIN bus

(voltage levels)
Introduction to the principle of addressing on a LIN bus
Master and slave principle
Investigation of data fields by measurement
Structure of a packet frame for an LIN message
Analysis of LIN messages using LIN monitor and oscilloscope
Interpretation of LIN messages using LIN monitor and

oscilloscope
Editing and sending LIN messages using a PC
Fault simulation (software-activated errors)
Course duration: 8 h approx., (fault finding 1 h approx.)

7 UniTrain: Sensors in motor vehicles CO4204-7F 1
Sensors serve the purpose of recording physical variables in their

vicinity and converting them into electrical signals so that they can be
processed by control units. This training system explains the function
and diagnostic procedures involved in diagnosing key engine
management sensor systems in both theory and practice.
Training contents:
Physical principles: Induction, Hall effect, piezo-effect

Purpose of sensors for engine control
Inductive and Hall-type speed sensors and how they work
Measurement of throttle valve position: throttle valve switches
and potentiometers
Mass air flow measurement using hot-filament and hot-wire
sensors
Measurement of pressure in the intake manifold
Detection of shock waves using a knock sensor
Temperature measurement using NTC and PTC sensors
Troubleshooting (8 simulated faults activated via relays)
Course duration: 10 h approx. (including about 2 hours for
troubleshooting)

8 UniTrain: Comfort systems and keyless entry CO4204-6G 1
Includes:
1 experiment card (keyless-entry control unit with LF and HF

aerials, touch pad),
keyless entry remote (key fob) (LF-3D aerial, HF aerial, on/off
button, status LEDs)
Labsoft browser, course software and additional virtual
instruments – “DIAGNOSTICS”, “CAR MONITOR”, CAN bus
Training contents:
Comfort systems and safety

Comfort systems in vehicles
Central locking, electrical
Central locking, electro-pneumatic
Operation of central locking system, mechanical, infra-red,
radio and self-triggering
Familiarisation with various types of car key
Keyless entry to vehicles
Keyless locking
Keyless entry system
Non-contact opening of central locking
Familiarisation with and configuration of comfort systems in
vehicles
Communication processes between vehicle and keyless entry
remote (fob)
Low-frequency RFID (communication between vehicle and key
remote)
High-frequency radio (communication between key remote and
vehicle)
HF and LF aerials
Measurement of signal strength from aerials
CAN network structure
Fitting keyless systems to existing vehicles

9 UniTrain: Optical data buses for automotive applications (MOST CO4204-7H 1
bus)
Currently, optical bus system are primarily used for multimedia

systems with high data rates in luxury vehicles. Due to the ever greater
amount of data processing needed in vehicles, though, such systems
are becoming more widespread. Therefore, present-day trainees are
likely to encounter the subject very often in their future careers.
Consequently, our training system teaches the physical fundamentals
of the topic as well as training students in practical diagnostics. The
training system itself is an emulation of a full-scale optical fibre
transmission network as used in vehicles plus a display and and an
attenuation meter. It also features an optical gauge to detect
characteristic distortion effects in optical fibres as well as for
investigation of coupling losses at splices along a optical fibre
transmission line.
Course contents:
Data networks in motor vehicles

Reasons for increasing use of optical fibres in motor vehicles
Digital transmission of letters and characters
Fundamentals of a MOST bus
MOST protocol
MOST controllers
MOST ring
Diagnosing ring interruptions
Design of optical fibre systems in motor vehicles
Optical bus systems in motor vehicles
Optical characteristics of light
Basics of ray geometrics (refraction, reflection)
Experimental determination of properties (attenuation) of
optical fibres
Investigation of optical fibres (electrical and optical) by
measurement
Includes:
Optical gauge
- Width of air gap adjustable via fine thread screws
- Sideways adjustment at splice via fine thread screws
- Dimensions: 50 x 50 x 80 mm, (H x D x W)
Optical fibre 2.2 mm
Original MOST optical fibres
Simple optical fibre cutter

10 UniTrain: Pulse-width modulated signals in automotive CO4204-7J 1
Includes:
1 Experiment card with FET amplifier and indicator LEDs

Course contents:
Knowing the principle of pulse-width modulation

List use cases of PWM in automotive engineering
Power matching with PWM
Explain the difference between direct and pulsed current
Measurement of PWM signal characteristics: frequency,
amplitude, pulse-width (duty cycle), edge and signal shapes
Identify control and working circuits
Measurement of PWM signals
Diagnosis of PWM-controlled components
Course duration 2.5 h approx.

11 UniTrain: CAN bus in automotive CO4204-7K 1
With the UniTrain course "CAN bus in motor vehicles", trainees receive
the perfect introduction to the most commonly used bus system to be
found in motor vehicles. The CAN bus is used in practically every area
of the motor vehicle and for that reason deserves special attention in
automotive training. With this course the trainees learn how to
understand the CAN bus by becoming familiar with both its function
and its purpose. For that reason the course is particularly tailored for
the automotive trainee target group, i.e. in that the theoretical portion
focuses on essential and relevant material and on reaching the primary
goal – namely automotive diagnostics. For this the trainee performs
measurements on the CAN bus and learns how to interpret the signal
traces obtained. Moreover, the trainee works with a simplified data
matrix to be able to clearly trace the communication procedures in a
CAN network. The last step involves having the defined ISO faults
enabled in the training system which should put the trainee in a
position to carry out realistic workshop diagnoses. Since the training
system uses a real CAN bus as a foundation, there is also the
opportunity of connecting the training system with the CAN bus of a
real motor vehicle.
Course contents:
List of reasons for increasing use of bus systems in vehicles

Identifying various bus systems in vehicles
Introduction to the topology and components of a CAN bus in a
vehicle
Introduction to the difference between low-speed and high-
speed CAN buses
Experimental determination of electrical properties of a CAN
bus
Experimental determination of (low-speed and high-speed CAN
buses)
Introduction to the principles of addressing and arbitration on a
CAN bus
Determining identifiers by measurement
Introduction to the structure of a message frame for a CAN
message
Analysis of CAN packets using the CAN monitor and an
oscilloscope
Interpretation of CAN packets using the CAN monitor and an
oscilloscope
Editing and transmitting CAN message via PC
Investigating the effect of termination on a low-speed and high-
speed CAN bus by measurement
Course duration 7 h approx. (fault finding 1.5 h approx.)

12 UniTrain: CAN FD in motor vehicles CO4205-1S 1
For around 20 years now CAN bus has been the dominant bus system
in the automobile industry. This is true whether it be in the compact car
segment, the luxury sedan class or even commercial utility vehicles.
Seen from the bus system’s perspective the CAN bus provides the
foundation upon which communication within the vehicle can happen.
But due to the ever growing “electronification” of the motor vehicle,
even this universally deployable communication bus is now reaching its
limits. For that reason, it was of the utmost importance that progress be
made in the development of the CAN bus and to adapt it to the
enhanced technical demands of the here and now. The result is called
CAN-FD (FD stands for Flexible Data-Rate) and is currently being
integrated into the mass production of major car manufacturers.
To facilitate optimum customer-oriented diagnostics in garages and

repair shops, these innovations need to be understood, particularly in
terms of their details appear in signal traces. A flexible transmission
speed or bit rate as well as an extended data length mean that new
bits have to be used which act as indicators. All of these special
features as well as more efficient diagnostic approaches will be
presented in this UniTrain course and explained in simple and
understandable terms using a host of experiments. The trainee puts
his or her own CAN FD network into operation and then proceeds to
perform diagnostics that also includes a comprehensive set of
measurements.
Your benefits:
State-of-the-art technology explained in an easy and

understandable way
Perfect preparation for real diagnostics in the garage
Measurements conducted on a real CAN FD network
Easy to put into operation
Includes diagnostics software to do readings on the CAN FD
bus

13 UniTrain: Safety Restraint System (Airbag/Belt Tensioner) CO4204-6Z 1
Includes:
1 experiment card with model of a motor vehicle with driver's

airbag, front passenger airbag, side airbags on driver’s and
passenger’s sides, head airbags and belt tensioners for driver
and front passenger, fault indicator-LED, reset button and CAN
bus interface
1 experiment card with airbag-related sensors (acceleration
sensor on moving mechanism, catapult installation, seat
occupancy switch, pressure sensor, safety switch)
Training contents:
Active and passive safety in motor vehicles

Purpose and function of airbags and belt tensioners
How the airbag igniter works
Purpose and function of the safety switch
Purpose and function of the acceleration sensor
Measuring acceleration
Purpose and function of the pressure sensor
Typical collision situations
Seat occupancy detection
Trip times and sequences
Fault management in airbag systems
Fault simulation (4 simulated faults individually activated via
relays)
Course duration: approx. 8 h (of which approx. 1 h fault
simulation)

14 UniTrain: Electric drives in hybrid and electric vehicle CO4204-6V 1
With the UniTrain course "Electric drives in the motor vehicle" you get
the perfect introduction to the subject of hybrid and electric motor
vehicles. The trainee assembles his or her own electric drive from a
variety of components and then puts it into operation. Thanks to
individual components coming from the areas of "energy conversion"
and "drives", the most important material is presented clearly and
understandably thus facilitating rapid and efficient understanding and
learning. In addition to all of the technically important subjects (HV
battery, inverter, synchronous and asynchronous three-phase
machines, recuperation, etc.), other topics are explored such as “work
safety” and the intrinsic safety of electrical and hybrid vehicles. A large
number of animations and images are included to assist in the learning
process as well as hands-on, practical experiments which add practical
skills to the theoretical knowledge already acquired. To round off the
course, all of the material is then tested by means of diverse
knowledge tests so that the learning progress of each and every
student or trainee can be monitored and advanced.
Includes:
1 Self-commutated current converters experiment card,

microcontroller-based PWM module with 6 MOSFET
transistors plus intermediate voltage circuit for up to 40 V and
output current up to 1A, software-controlled multiplexer for
simultaneous measurement of multiple voltages and currents,
visualisation for MOSFET switching states by means of LEDs
1 Experiment card with intermediate circuit, charging circuit for
intermediate capacitors and braking chopper.
1 Stator experiment card with three-phase winding and rotor,
start-up and operating capacitors and a temperature sensor
with its own power source.
1 Flyweight
instruments
Course contents
List of rules for working safely with hybrid vehicles

Differences between differing drive configurations (series and
parallel hybrid systems, dual-mode hybrids)
Different operating modes for hybrid vehicles
Design and function of electrical drives for hybrid vehicles
Control components for hybrid drives
Principle of carrier frequency control
The function of inverters and intermediate circuits
Design and function of alternators
Experimental investigation of operating response of alternators
Components of on-board networks for hybrid vehicles
Principle of energy recovery from braking
Measurement of recovered voltage in braking manoeuvres
Measurement of voltage ratios for frequency converters
Investigating transmission of energy and force

15 UniTrain: Traction control systems ABS/TCS/ESP CO4204-6W 1
Today the terms ABS, ASC and ESP are part of standard everyday
vocabulary in automotive engineering. Everyone, from the master auto
mechanic to the car crazed end customer is familiar with these terms
and knows what they stand for. Today they are standard equipment in
every passenger vehicle and truck coming off the assembly line and
play an important role in boosting safety on our streets. Not only that,
motor vehicle manufacturers and their suppliers are constantly trying to
develop these systems further and add new features to them and
expand their functionality so that performance and safety can be
increased even further.
With this training system you will enjoy a unique insight into the various
systems and their control processes. For the processes occurring
inside the vehicle in fractions of a second, the training system is able to
take individual control processes and depict them in a simple way,
making them transparent and visible for the human eye. Furthermore,
all of the relevant driving situations can be explored in a practical
manner simply by varying simulation parameters (driving behaviour,
varied street surfaces, steering angle, vehicle speed, braking strength).
The corresponding multimedia course contains all the necessary
theoretical content und provides simple and easy-to-understand
explanations of the material based on numerous videos and
animations. Thanks to the integrated fault simulator as well as the
various knowledge tests, the learning progress of the student or
trainee is monitored and important diagnostic skills developed.
Includes:
1 Experiment board for investigating anti-lock braking systems

(ABS), traction control systems/anti-slip regulation (ASR) and
electronic stability control (ESC)
Four wheel with independent drive
Digital speedometer display for each individual wheel
and the vehicle as a whole
Slider for acceleration and braking
Simulation of various road conditions (dry, wet, icy road)
Steering with steering angle display via LED
Simulation of oversteer and understeer
Training contents:
Process control and instrumentation

Driving safety in motor vehicles
Basic physics of driving
Investigation of components
Anti-lock braking systems (ABS)
Understanding a system overview
Requirements for anti-lock braking systems (ABS)
Investigation of how an ABS control system operates
Function of a typical ABS braking system
How brake boosters and hydraulic brakes work
Detecting the effects of typical faults in an ABS braking system
Traction control systems (ASR)
Identifying and describing functions
Objectives and structure of ASR
Investigation of typical control situations

Electronic stability control (ESC)
Requirements for electronic stability control
Objectives and function
Response to various driving manoeuvres
Investigation of overall control system and control variables
Fault simulation (faults can be activated via computer)
Course duration: 6 h approx. (including 2 hours fault finding)
16 UniTrain: Common rail diesel injection system CO4204-6X 1
What makes diesel vehicles quieter? How can emissions be reduced?

This training system is used for the teaching of modern common rail
injection systems. Trainees can use the system to learn about typical
injection pressures, procedures and quantities at their own pace. In
order to cover all the wide range of systems available in the market, it
is possible to switch between a variety of injector types. That means
the system can encompass the full scope of the subject.
Training contents
Requirements for diesel injection systems

Various designs of diesel injection systems
Design and function of a common rail system
Troubleshooting for a common rail system
Injection response: electromagnetic and piezo-injectors.
Low- and high-pressure circuits
Procedure for electrical testing of injectors
Familiarisation with hydraulic components of common rail
systems

17 UniTrain: FlexRay CO4204-6Y 1
Any introduction to motor vehicle electronics will inevitably have to

cope with the ever more complex network interconnection in today's
models. This involves sensors, actuators and control units, as well as
entertainment and navigation equipment. FlexRay is the most
important communication system for drive-by-wire and other such
interconnected networks. The primary requirements for such systems
are higher data transmission rates, deterministic communication, high
fault tolerance and flexibility. This UniTrain course covers the subject
of FlexRay in a way which closely reflects authentic modern practice.
Training contents:
Overview of bus systems available on the market

Introduction to the fundamental technical aspects of
communications relevant to the FlexRay bus (topologies,
multiplexing methods)
Detailed explanation of the structure of a FlexRay node
Detailed observation of signal generation (symmetrical data
transfer)
Investigation of electromagnetic compatibility aspects
Detailed description of data link layer
Analysis of protocol down to bit level
Description of time base used on a FlexRay bus
Use of measuring instruments to investigate bus signals
Measurements of the resistance to interference on the bus
Fault simulation (4 faults which can be activated via relays)
Course duration 10 hours approx. (including 1 hour of fault
finding)

18 UniTrain: Fuel cells in motor vehicles CO4204-6M 1
Many experts from the automotive industry and vehicle development

see fuel cells as a possible solution to the fact that the range of current
electric vehicles remains too limited. As a cleaner alternative to
electric/petrol hybrids with their own internal combustion engine, fuel
cells may be in a position to supply electrical energy on the basis of
two inexpensive and readily available substances. However, for
automotive mechatronics engineers, fuel cells represent a new and
hitherto untried technology, for which maintenance and diagnostics will
need to be learned. This course provides the necessary knowledge
and understanding of the way that such fuel cells work and how they
are put together. In addition, numerous experiments and
measurements on an authentic fuel cell enable trainees to gain the
practical experience and diagnostic skills required for dealing with this
technology.
Includes:
Experiment panel with:
PEM double fuel cell

PEM electrolyser with scaled gas storage device
Power supply 2V/ 2.5A
Consumers
Hoses, hose clamps
Variable load for characteristic recording
Course content:
Functional and operating principle of fuel cells

Recording the characteristics of a fuel cell
Learn to explain the electrochemical processes of electrolysis
(Faraday’s first and second law)
Faraday’s laws and determining the energy efficiency of a fuel
cell
Series and parallel configuration of fuel cells
Considerations regarding the power of fuel cells
Functional and operating principles of electrolysers
Recording the VI characteristic of the electrolyser
Faraday’s laws and determining the energy efficiency of an
electrolyser
Course duration approx. 4.5 h

19 UniTrain: Photovoltaics for motor vehicles CO4205-1P 1
Includes:
Experiment board with the following features:
4 Monocrystalline solar modules, 6 V/40 mA

1 Solar rechargeable battery 12 V/1.2 Ah
Integrated charging regulator with microcontroller, deep
discharge protection and excess voltage protection
12-V PC fan and 12-V built-in LED indicator to act as fixed
loads
Variable load for recording characteristics
Dimmable 120-W reflector lamp
CD-ROM with Labsoft browser and course software
Training contents:
Functioning principle and method of operation of solar cells

Meaning of terms "solar radiation" and "solar constant"
Various types of solar cell
Methods of manufacture for solar cells
Circuit designs for solar cells
Recording the characteristic for a solar module
How current and voltage from a solar module depend on
temperature, radiation intensity and angle of incidence
Design of a solar rechargeable battery
Energy storage in a solar rechargeable battery
Various types of solar plant
Design of an insular power network with a rechargeable battery
Course duration: 4.5 h approx.

20 UniTrain: DC/AC conversion in vehicles CO4204-6L 1
This UniTrain course provides easy-to-understand material on the

benefits and function of DC/AC conversion in the automotive area.
Thanks to target-group oriented theory and practical experiments, the
trainee becomes familiar with the technical processes and components
required to make DC/AC conversion possible.
Includes:
1 Experiment card (potentiometer and incandescent lamp,

PWM generator, DC-AC converters)
LabSoft browser course software and virtual instruments
Training contents:
Electrical induction
Lorentz force
“Right hand rule”
Relationship between current and voltage
Pulse width modulation (PWM)
PWM and voltage
PWM and current
Generating upper half-wave
Generating AC voltage
Rotating electrical field

21 UniTrain: DC-DC Step-Up Converters in Hybrid and all Electric CO4205-1K 1
Vehicles
For inverters in electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as many other

applied circuits, DC voltages of multiple levels are required. This
course investigates ways of converting from one DC voltage to
another.
Includes
Experiment card (step-up-converter) with circuitry for

experiments in Eurocard format
instruments
Storage case
Jumpers
Extra capacitor
Two coils with iron core
Components on experiment card:
Push-buttons
Electronic circuitry for a DC-DC converter
Electrical controller for electronics with indicator light
Sockets for a coil
Sockets for extra capacitor
Sockets for jumpers to connect components
Measurement sockets
Training contents
Fundamental of DC-DC converters

Compiling repair shop orders
Diagnostic functions
Reading out fault memory with a diagnostic tester
Classifying faults in vehicle systems
Function and design of a pilot line
Design of electric circuit
Principle of operation
Control
Circuit variants
Repair methods and conversations with customers
Selection of repair actions as specified by
manufacturers
Working with spare part numbers
Investigation using measuring instruments
Course duration 6 hours approx.
Operating voltage:
Input voltage 5V DC
Output voltage 5-40V DC
Dimensions/Weight:
100 x 170 mm (width x height)

0.8 kg

22 UniTrain: DC-DC Step-Down Converters in Hybrid and all Electric CO4205-1L 1
Vehicles
For inverters in electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as many other

applied circuits, DC voltages of multiple levels are required. This
course investigates ways of converting from one DC voltage to
another.
Includes
Experiment card (step-down-converter) with circuitry for

experiments in Eurocard format
instruments
Storage case
Jumpers
Extra capacitor
Two coils with iron core
Push-buttons
Electronic circuitry for a DC-DC converter
Electrical controller for electronics with indicator light
Sockets for a coil
Sockets for extra capacitor
Sockets for jumpers to connect components
Measurement sockets
Training contents
Fundamental of DC-DC converters

Control
Circuit variants
manufacturers
Operating voltage:
Input voltage 15 V DC
Output voltage 0-15 V DC
Dimensions/Weight:

0.8 kg

23 UniTrain: Interlock in Hybrid and all Electric Vehicles CO4205-1H 1
A pilot line is a protective safeguard intended to ensure the safety of

users and workshop personnel in the automotive sector. Learn about
pilot lines via interactively based experiments.
Includes:
Experiment card with circuitry for experiments in Eurocard

format
instruments
Storage case
Jumpers
Electronic circuitry for a pilot line

Measurement sockets
Fault simulation circuitry
Training contents
Fundamentals of pilot lines

Control
Circuit variants
manufacturers
Practical troubleshooting (5 simulated faults which can be
activated via relays)
Course duration 7 hours approx., including 1.5 hours for
troubleshooting
Operating voltage:
0-10 V pulse-width modulated voltage
Dimensions:
24 UniTrain: Battery Disconnect Unit in Hybrid and all Electric CO4205-1J 1

Vehicles

High-voltage battery disconnect unit (BDU)
The battery disconnect unit training system allows the design and
operating principle for disconnecting a high-voltage battery from the
on-board network to be investigated.
Includes
Experiment card with circuitry for experiments in Eurocard

format
instruments
Storage case
Jumpers
Electronic circuit for battery disconnect unit (BDU)

Measuring sockets
Fault simulation circuitry
Two battery blocks
Three relays
Microcontroller-based control
Service and maintenance plug
Ignition switch
Lamp to indicate when ignition is on
High-voltage fault switch
High-voltage fault indicator
Pilot disconnecting bridge
DC-link circuit capacitor
Load for on-board network
Display of on-board network load
Measurement sockets for battery blocks
Measurement sockets for on-board network
Training contents
Fundamentals of battery disconnect units

Control
Circuit variants
manufacturers
Effect of faults commonly seen in practice (simulated faults can
be activated)

Dimensions/weight:

0.8 kg
25 UniTrain: Safe Handling of HV Systems CO4205-1M 1
The "Safe handling of high-voltage systems" training system focuses

on occupational safety in the presence of high-voltage electric vehicles
and safe handling of a charging station.
Includes
Experiment card with experiment circuit in Euro format

instruments
Storage case
Measuring accessories
Electronic circuit for demonstrating the intrinsic resistance of a

human being
Gloves for electrical safety
Insulating mat
Absolute earth potential
Measuring sockets for measuring resistance between hands
and one foot
and both feet
and chest
Measuring sockets for measuring resistance between chest
and one foot
Measuring sockets for measuring resistance between chest
and both feet
Training contents
Safety fundamentals for handling high-voltage electric vehicles

Creating repair shop job orders
Investigation by means of measurements
Effects of practical faults (faults can be switched on or off)
Operating voltage:
30 V DC
12 V AC
Dimensions/weight:

0.8 kg

26 UniTrain: 48V sub-systems in on-board vehicle networks CO4205-1T 1
The UniTrain course "48V on-board network" describes the full

structure of a 48V sub-system for an on-board power network and how
it is incorporated into the rest of the vehicle with the help of intricate
animations and targeted theory. Safety-related skills are fostered by
means of numerous practical exercises where trainees have to use
various methods to isolate the 48-V system, for example. A special
focus is put on the fault case scenerio, if the shutdown procedure
cannot be performed correctly. The package is rounded off with built-in
interactive fault simulation, which helps to convey the necessary
diagnostic capabilities.
Training contents
Design of a 48-V on-board sub-network

Integration into vehicles
Typical 48V components
Isolation of 12V/48V on-board network
Sample applications
Circuit diagrams for 48-V on-board sub-networks
Isolating/disconnecting 48-V on-board sub-networks
Safety procedures for diagnostic work
Diagnostics
Includes:
"48-V sub-network" training system

Built-in fault simulation
Interactive e-learning course including theory and practical
experiments

27 UniTrain: Traffic sign recognition with speed control CO4205-1B 1
Today’s traffic sign density, particularly in urban areas, in combination

with very high traffic volume overall, is placing ever higher demands on
the driver. In an effort to reduce those demands in recent years by
transferring more and more tasks to the vehicle, the automotive
industry has focused on “driver assistance systems”. One very modern
system of this class is the predictive speed control, which works in
direct cooperation with traffic sign recognition. The core of this system
is a camera that captures the full surroundings ahead of the vehicle. As
soon as a traffic sign appears within the detection radius, the system
analyses it and displays it to the driver visually. Under active speed
control, any speed limitation is implemented automatically.
To help trainees understand this complex topic and be able to

diagnose the system, a UniTrain course has been developed that
brings the theory and practice of this sophisticated system into the
classroom. Trainees commission a complete ADAS system and carry
out a variety of practical tasks on it. The required diagnostic expertise
will also be communicated within the framework of this course.
Training contents:
Design and operation of the driver assistance system

Integration of the camera in the overall system
Role of the driver assistance system
Learning about the diagnostic functions
Familiarisation with the system limits
Includes:
Realistic driver assistance system, including camera

Monitoring software to display the data on the PC
Various traffic signs
experiments

28 UniTrain: Rear View Camera with Park Assist CO4205-1C 1
Another driver assistance system that’s indispensable in the era of

narrow parking spaces and large SUVs or saloons (sedans). The
UniTrain course presents a complete rear end system for a vehicle
comprising several ultrasonic sensors and a reversing camera. Along
with the technical features of the overall system as well as the
functionality of the individual components, trainees also gain practical
insights into the handling and diagnosis of the system. This enables
them to learn about the physical limitations of the assistance system
along with ways to diagnose different malfunctions.
Training contents:
Design and operation of the driver assistance system

Integration of the camera in the overall system
Functionality of the ultrasonic sensors
Role of the driver assistance system
Learning about the diagnostic functions
Familiarisation with the system limits
Includes:
Realistic driver assistance system, including camera

Monitoring software to display the data on the PC
“Parking space” graphic to simulate the parking procedure
experiments

29 UniTrain: Gesture control and capacitive touchscreen in the CO4205-1U 1
motor vehicle
This training system makes it possible for you to gain a profound

understanding of modern operating concepts of the latest motor
vehicles and to learn the necessary skills to perform diagnostics on
these systems. You will learn how capacitive and resistive-type
touchscreens work and the different ways they are operated.
Capacitive switches are very closely related to capacitive touchscreens
and are also included in the training material used in this training
system. But the highlight of this system is the integrated gesture control
system which you will become very familiar with in the practical
experiments. The entire package is rounded off with a host of
diagnostic assignments which includes switching on fully automated
fault simulations integrated into the training system. The trainee must
work through the faults on his or her own using a diagnostics strategy
in order to be able to isolate the malfunction.
Training contents
Fundamentals of capacitive touch sensors

Touch slide controller
Touch rotary controller
Touch using haptic feedback signals
Concepts of gesture recognition
The IPO principle
Allocation of components
Switching thresholds of touch sensors
Determination using measurement techniques
Mathematical determination
Analog or digital voltage outputs
Measurement verification of the analog or digital output
signal
Seat heating control
Signal recording for temperature control
Fundamentals of capacitive-type gesture control
Interplay of several gesture control zones
Fan control using hand gesture
Opening rear hatch (tailgate) with hand gesture
Interaction of electronic key and non-contact capacitive
sensors
Network in the motor vehicle - CAN
CAN communication
Signal recording
Diagnostics
Basic principles
Basic measurements
Work with the circuit diagram
Work with a list of desired values
Work with a diagnostics flow chart
Hands-on troubleshooting

Additionally recommended:
30 UniTrain storage case for experiment board SO4203-2V 1
Sturdy aluminium case with moulded foam block to accommodate an

experiment board
Capable of accommodating 1 experiment board and smaller

accessories
Lockable padlock; stable padlock hinge
Colours: aluminium, black, chrome
Dimensions: 600 x 450 x 175 mm
Weight: 2.5 kg
CAN bus-controlled passenger door
CAN bus-controlled passenger door
Accessory to the UniTrain course "Automotive 10: CAN bus"

List of articles:
31 Golf V passenger door, CAN connection, window lift, mirror, SO3216-2Y 1

mobile
Front passenger door of a Volkswagen “Golf Mk V” mounted on a

metal frame. The door can be connected to a 12V power supply and
the CAN-bus training system. Operation by switches and push buttons
in the door itself, via software or via the CAN-bus training system.
Messages conform to Volkswagen's original programming.
Operating voltage: 12V
Control elements: power window controls, door lock
Bus inputs: 4mm safety plugs
Load outputs: 4mm safety plugs
Dimensions: 1220 x 1200 x 460mm
Weight: 38.7kg
The colour of the door may vary
Please note that the door is used, not new, and may exhibit signs of
use.

Power supply:
32 Power supply, 13.5 V, 45 A CO3223-1C 1
The "Power supply" module is part of ´various training systems

including the "Modular engine management" system. It provides power
to various components in a similar to the way they are supplied in
practice in a real engine by means of a 12 V battery. The module
employs a 600 watt power unit which can supply a maximum current of
45 A at 13.5 V between its screw terminals. To protect the training
system, a maximum current of 30 A can be tapped via the 4-mm safety
sockets. This protective function is implemented by electronic
monitoring of the 4mm safety sockets. Thanks to the high-resolution
printing on the front panel, the module can immediately be identified as
a typical car battery.
Technical highlights:
Stable on-board network voltage of 13.5 volts

Automatic cut-out without fuses
Short-circuit protection
Typical appearance of a vehicle battery thanks to high-
resolution printed image of a starter battery
Maximum current: 45 A
Technical details:
Operating voltage: 90-264 V AC (47-63 Hz)

Dimensions: 297 x 227 x 180 mm (HxWxD)
Weight: 1.6 kg

CAN bus-controlled vehicle lighting
CAN bus-controlled vehicle lighting
Accessory to the UniTrain course "Automotive 10: CAN bus"
List of articles:
33 CAN lighting interface CO3216-3F 1
Control unit for controlling vehicle lighting components from the

UniTrain-I card "CAN Node Front" via CAN bus or switching interface
CO3216-2X
Baud rate parameters can be configured

Compatible with Low-Speed and High-Speed CAN buses (ISO
11898-2 and ISO 11898-3)
Operating voltage: 12 V/13.8 V
Outputs: 18 load outputs, max.7.5 A
Bus outputs: 2-mm and 4-mm safety sockets
Load outputs: 4-mm safety sockets
Weight: 1.1 kg

34 Main headlight unit with side light, headlight range control & CO3216-2N 1
indicator (right)
Complete headlight unit with headlight range control
Operating voltage: 12 V
Operational units: Actuator motor for range control

Indicator light PY 21W
Dipped headlight H7 55W
Main beam H7 55W
Parking light T 4W
Inputs/outputs: 4mm safety sockets
35 Main headlight unit with side light, headlight range control & CO3216-2M 1
indicator (left)
Complete headlight unit with headlight range control
Operational units: Actuator motor for range control

Dipped headlight H7 55W
Main beam H7 55W
Parking lights T 4W
36 Tail light unit with LED rear light (left) CO3216-2P 1
Complete tail light unit with modern LED rear light and stipulated
reflector
Operational elements: LED rear light 1.8W

Brake P21W
Reflector

37 Tail light unit with LED rear light (right) CO3216-3D 1
Complete tail light unit with modern LED rear light and stipulated
reflector
Operational elements: LED rear light 1.8W

Brake P21W
Reflector
38 Auxiliary lamp CO3216-2B 2
The auxiliary lamp can be used as a fog lamp, searchlight or for other
auxiliary lighting purposes.
Headlamp: 55 W/H3
Inputs and outputs: 4mm sockets
Dimensions: 297x114x70mm
Weight: 1.4kg

39 Rear fog lamp CO3216-2E 1
The rear fog lamp is suitable for subsequent installation and for
supplementing the overall lighting system.
Power: 21W
Weight: 1.0kg
40 Reversing lamp CO3216-2F 1
The reversing light is suitable for subsequent installation and for

supplementing the overall lighting system.
Power: 21W
Weight: 1.0kg

Power supply:
41 Power supply, 13.5 V, 45 A CO3223-1C 1
The "Power supply" module is part of ´various training systems

including the "Modular engine management" system. It provides power
to various components in a similar to the way they are supplied in
practice in a real engine by means of a 12 V battery. The module
employs a 600 watt power unit which can supply a maximum current of
45 A at 13.5 V between its screw terminals. To protect the training
system, a maximum current of 30 A can be tapped via the 4-mm safety
sockets. This protective function is implemented by electronic
monitoring of the 4mm safety sockets. Thanks to the high-resolution
printing on the front panel, the module can immediately be identified as
a typical car battery.
Technical highlights:
Stable on-board network voltage of 13.5 volts

Automatic cut-out without fuses
Short-circuit protection
Typical appearance of a vehicle battery thanks to high-
resolution printed image of a starter battery
Maximum current: 45 A
Technical details:
Operating voltage: 90-264 V AC (47-63 Hz)

Dimensions: 297 x 227 x 180 mm (HxWxD)
Weight: 1.6 kg
Accessories:

42 Set of safety measurement cables, 4mm (30 leads) SO5148-1A 1
Set of safety measurement leads with stackable 4 mm laminated plugs

and highly flexible, double insulated wires, consisting of the following:
10 Safety measurement leads, 4 mm, 25 cm, white

2 Safety measurement leads, 4 mm, 100 cm, red
2 Safety measurement leads, 4 mm, 100 cm, black
2 Safety measurement leads, 4 mm, 100 cm, blue
Wire cross section 2.5 mm2
Rating: 600 V, CAT II, 32 A
43 Safety connecting plug 4mm with tap (2x), white, 1000V/32A CAT II SO5126-3X 16
Moulded insulation
both sides with touch protection (safety plug + safety sockets),

distance 19 mm
transition resistance max. 6 mΩ
rated data: 1000 V / 32 A CAT II
colour white
44 Panel mounting frame for 1200mm table, T-shaped base, 3 levels ST8003-1D 1
Training panel frame with aluminium profile rails to accommodate

training panels of DIN A4 height. The aluminium profile rails have
inward-facing brushes to allow quick and quiet replacement of training
panels without the need for tools.
Side sections with T-shaped base where the bottom rail rests
on the table top
Side sections made of rectangular steel tubing (30 x 20 x 2
mm), powder-coated grey surface (RAL 7047)
4 Naturally brushed aluminium profile rails with inward-facing
brushes
Usable on lab benches with and without power supply ducts as
well as any other existing surface
Dimensions, WxH: 1160 x 1060 mm, 3 levels

45 Steering wheel unit with Airbag CO3219-1P 1
Complete steering wheel with airbag - container and fully functional

reusable airbag.
Operating voltage: 12 V/DC
Air supply: max. 10 bar
Air connection: 4mm quick-action plug connection
Air volume: mind. 32 litres
Weight: 5.8kg
46 Adapter - connection cable, 4/2mm (100cm, white) SO5126-6V 2
Connection cable with one 2mm connector and one 4mm connector for
connections between 2mm and 4mm laboratory connection systems.
Connector type: 2mm system / 4mm system

Cable length: 100 cm
Color: white
47 Adapter - connection cable, 4/2mm (100cm, black) SO5126-6Y 1
Connector typ: 2mm system / 4mm system
cabel length: 100 cm
color: black

48 Adapter - connection cable, 4/2mm (100cm, red) SO5126-6W 1
Connector typ: 2mm system / 4mm system
cabel length: 100 cm
color: red
49 Compressor, low-noise SE2902-9L 1
Extremely quiet compressed air system with compressor motor,

thermo switch and automatic pressure switch. Tanks made of special
steel with security valve and non-return valve, master pressure gauge,
condensation drain, stop valve and maintenance unit
Motor output: 0.34 k W

Suction capacity: 50 l / min
Power consumption at 8 bars: 2.9 A
Pressure: 8 bars
Tank capacity: 15 l.
Noise level: 40 d B (A) / 1 m
Operating voltage: 230 V AC
incl. tube and connection set
Dimensions: 500x410x410 mm (HxWxL)
Weight: 19 kg

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UniTrain automotive technology courses

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Pos. Product name Bestell-Nr. Anz.

1 UniTrain: DC and AC circuits in vehicles CO4204-7A 1

This training system provides trainees with the perfect introduction to

1 Experiment card with various resistor circuits

2 Course - Automotive 2: Electronics and digital technology in SO4204-7B 1

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1 Experiment card with diode circuits (Si, Ge and Zener

1 Experiment card with transistors for building various circuit

1 Experiment card with logic gates (NOT, AND, OR, NAND,

1 Experiment card with JK flip-flop

Labsoft browser and course software

Introduction to common designs ad properties of diodes

Identifying typical diode applications

Determining the valve and rectifier actions of diodes

Recording static and dynamic characteristics for various diodes

Determining diode parameters by measurement

Investigation of limiting circuits using Zener diodes (with and

Introduction to basic transistor circuits

Design and investigation of a transistor switch

Experiment to set the operating point of a transistor

Measurement of gain and input/output resistances in common

Investigating the effect of resistive and capacitive feedback in a

Introduction to basic logic circuits

Introduction to truth tables and symbols, logic equations and

Experimental derivation of Boolean functions and laws

Design of basic logic circuits using NAND gates and NOR-

Minimisation of logic circuits with the aid of Karnaugh maps

Introduction to the principle of a flip-flop

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Investigation of a counter circuit

Fault simulation (16 simulated faults activated by relay)

Course duration 9.5 h approx. (fault finding 2.5 h approx.)

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Offer students an introduction to the fascinating world of electronics in

Electrical principles specifically explained for automotive applications

Voltage DC, AC and PWM

Automotive electrical component testing and diagnosis

Brake light circuit

Use of typical automotive diagnostic tools found in the workshop

Diagnosing of common automotive circuit failures and components

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Even conventional components of spark-ignition engines, such as the

How an ignition spark is generated

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1 Experiment card with three-phase generator/alternator,

Introduction to the basic terminology of magnetism/electro-

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1 Experiment card with LIN master and controls for LIN-bus-

1 Experiment card with LIN slave and actuators window winder

LIN-bus controlled door mirror

Labsoft browser, course software and one additional virtual

Development of bus systems in motor vehicles

Modern automotive bus systems