Electronic Modules
From climate control to mirror controls, Magna Donnelly designs and builds the modules that make cars smarter. These are the hidden circuit boards and sensors, the advanced devices that offer drivers and passengers a higher level of safety and comfort.
Circuit Board Assemblies
- Customer list includes automotive, commercial and consumer industries
- Design, develop and manufacture both assemblies and wire harnesses
- Expertise includes Thru Hole, SMD and Fine Pitch
- High-volume production
- Short run production capabilities
- Prototypes
Bus Communications
- CAN node on Low Speed network (always powered - not ignition switched)
- Gateway from CAN to Volcano Lite ISO9141 (similar to LIN) local serial bus
for roof electronics
- Sunroof controller and siren communication on Volcano Lite
- Rain-sensor communication with proprietary protocol
Autodim/Electrochromic Mirror
- Prismatic and EC mirror variants
- Sampling of ambient and glare light sensors
- Digital (PWM) drive of EC mirror
- Parameter storage for algorithm customization
Seatbelt Display
- Seatbelt warning indicator in eyebrow of mirror
- Prepared for AOS status indicators and indicator
diagnostics
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
- Power cycling of RKE receiver (in mirror)
- Decryption of received data (hopping code algorithm)
- ID/serial number storage and authentication
- Communication over CAN of RKE function––lock/unlock/trunk lid
- Approach light/panic alarm
- Transmission of "transmitter ID" for memory functions (power seats,
etc.)
Siren Control/Communication
- Siren communication over Volcano Lite ISO9141 local serial bus
- Siren configuration, enable/disable
- Handshake with siren for wire cut detection
- Siren diagnostics
- Siren status transmission over CAN
Sunroof Control/Communication
- Sunroof control unit power switching
- Sunroof communications (CAN to Volcano Lite)
- Sunroof diagnostics
Rain Sensor Control/Communication
- Rain sensor power switching
- Rain sensor configuration/communications (CAN to rain sensor)
- Implementation of proprietary communication protocol
- Rain sensor diagnostics
Mass Motion Sensor (MMS)
- Configuration and power switching
- MMS motion signal detection
- MMS diagnostics
Roof Lighting Control
- Roof-lamp, button-press detection
- Adaptive PWM drive of general lighting/reading lamps
- Cargo lamp control (V70)
- Vanity mirror lamp control
- Lighting diagnostics
Non-Contact Angular Position Sensor
- Based on electronic compass technology
- Features a magneto-resistive, two-axis magnetic sensor
- Robust, completely sealed electronics
- 1° resolution
- Instant response time
- Flexible compact design
- A superior replacement for potentiometers
- A sensor for the harshest environment
- It’s ideal for any application in a harsh environment, including:
- Chassis
- Steering
- Power train
Compass Sensor
- Based on magneto-resistive technology
- Compensates for varying magnetic fields within the vehicle
- Exclusive Continuous Cal™ algorithm enables the compass to recalibrate
itself continuously as it operates
- Performs as either stand-alone device communicating on the vehicle's bus or
integrated within a local display
- Valuable features on any vehicle
Humidity Sensor
Most cars today maintain an inaccurate comfort zone based solely on
temperature. The Magna Donnelly humidity sensor:
- Measures both humidity and temperature
- Feeds the vehicle’s climate control system the data to keep all occupants in
the true comfort zone
- Allows for more efficient operation of the air conditioner––crucial to fuel
efficiency
