TC9 aims to define electrical requirements and test procedures for the cabling channel and associated components, including connectors, cables, and cable assemblies. This specification aligns with the link segment requirements outlined in IEEE 802.3 automotive Ethernet standards across different speed grades. By doing so, TC9 ensures consistency, providing a standardized framework for test methodology and component definitions.
The scope of TC9 includes the following topics:
- Link segments for automotive Ethernet standards according to IEEE 802.3 on electrical media
- Cables and cable assemblies
- Cable connectors and board connectors including termination process related items
- EMC environment in the wiring harness
- Electrical requirements
- Measurement setup and test procedures for electrical and EMC parameters of link segment and cabling components
