The Controller Area Network (CAN) is a serial, asynchronous, multi-master communication protocol forconnecting electronic control modules, sensors and actuators in automotive and industrial applications.With the SJA1000, Philips Semiconductors provides a stand-alone CAN controller which is more than a simpleeplacement of the PCA82C200.Attractive features are implemented for a wide range of applications, supporting system optimization, diagnosisand maintenance.