MoTeC CDL3 User Manual Copyright © 2011 – MoTeC Pty Ltd The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The supplied product may differ slightly to the images While every effort is taken to ensure correctness, no responsibility will be taken for the consequences of any inaccuracies or omissions in this manual. PN 63040 V 1.
CDL3 User Manual Contents Introduction .............................................................................. 6 Features................................................................................................ 6 System Overview .................................................................................. 8 Typical devices used with the Dash Logger ............................... 8 CDL3 Track Kits .....................................................................
MoTeC CDL3 User Manual Configuring Outputs (optional) ................................................. 35 Configuring Communications ................................................... 35 Calculations ........................................................................................ 36 Special Calculations ................................................................. 36 General Purpose Calculations ................................................. 36 Functions ..................................
CDL3 User Manual Update Rate Summary ....................................................................... 69 Command Line ................................................................................... 71 CAN Bus Bandwidth Limit .................................................................. 73 Comms Error Codes ........................................................................... 74 Windows Keyboard Shortcuts ............................................................ 77 Glossary..........
MoTeC CDL3 User Manual
Introduction Introduction CDL3 - Club Dash Logger The CDL3 is a sophisticated display and powerful control device combined in one lightweight unit. With the addition of a Data Logging upgrade it becomes a fully programmable data logger with 8 MB memory (see Dash Logger Upgrades). The screen layout is fully configurable to display a multitude of data channels, warning alarms, lap times, fuel calculations, minimum corner speeds, maximum straight speeds and more.
MoTeC • Introduction 7 Configurable to use sensors from some existing engine management systems Display • Customisable screen layout, measurement units and warnings • Configurable curved bar graph can display any channel with optional peak, hold and shift markers • 48 user-defined alarms, e.g.
Introduction Compatibility • MoTeC ECUs: M4, M48, M8, M84, M400, M600, M800 and M880 • MoTeC Accessories: E888, SLM, PLM, LTC, BR2, PDM, GPS, PDM, etc.
MoTeC Introduction 9 Sensors The optional Dash Logger inputs* can be connected to a wide variety of sensors. Different types of sensors are available to suit different types of measurements, for example: temperature, pressure, movement etc. Sensors convert a physical measurement (e.g. pressure) into an electrical signal (e.g. volts). Different types of sensors generate different types of electrical signals.
Introduction Video MoTeC’s Video Capture System (VCS) is an integrated in-car camera system, recording video and audio using the MPEG-2 video compression format at broadcast quality. It includes a built in real-time graphics processor that allows sensor data to be overlaid onto the video in real-time without the need for additional hardware. The CAN interface enables communication with other devices, for example to set Auto Start/Stop Recording conditions and synchronisation.
MoTeC Introduction 11 Several models are available to suit vehicles with different complexity ranging from 15 to 32 outputs and 12 to 23 inputs. Other Devices Many other devices can be connected to the CDL3 Dash Logger.
CDL3 Track Kits CDL3 Track Kits CDL3 Track Display Kit The CDL3 Track Display Kit is a complete plug and play solution. All wires are labelled and terminated, ensuring a fast, easy installation.
MoTeC CDL3 Track Kits • Multiple page layouts • ECU connection • Display of sensor values • Driver analysis • Engine performance measurement • Data analysis using MoTeC’s i2 software 13 Kit contents: 1 X 18022 CDL3 Club Dash Logger 1 X 29518 CDL3 Logging upgrade(8M) 1 X 62203 Loom, CDL3 Terminated 1 X 61221 Loom, Two Button 1 X 41304 10 Hz GPS L10 1 X 18122 SLM-C Club Shift Light Module 1 x 61224 Ethernet Communications Cable Installing the CDL3 Terminated Loom The CDL3 has an optional termi
CDL3 Track Kits Installing the CDL3 Input Loom The CDL3 Input loom is a fast way to add sensors to your CDL3 when you have added the I/O upgrade. Following these instructions, you can quickly add wiring for 4 AVs and 2 ATs to your vehicle’s loom. Installation Process 1. Connect DTM 4 pin male of the Input loom to GPS DTM 4 pin female connector of the main loom. 2. Connect DTM 4 pin female connector of the Input loom to the GPS connector.
MoTeC CDL3 Track Kits 15 Installing the CDL3 to OBD-II loom The OBD-II loom is a terminated adapter that joins the CDL3 terminated loom (#62203) to the standard on-board diagnostics port on most road cars 2007 or later. There is no standard location for the OBD-II socket in a road car, so you will have to search your vehicle to find its location. The most common place is in the driver’s foot well, under the dash panel.
CDL3 Track Kits 12. Select Online > Send Configuration to put the OBD-II configuration in the Dash 13. Save the file with a new name, such as “my start file” 14. Choose Yes, or Ok to any warnings that display while this new configuration is sent to the Dash. 15. Press and hold the red button on the button loom for at least 5 seconds. If correctly configured, “OBD-II” will display on the CDL3. NOTE: If “OBD-II” does not display, do not plug in the CDL3 to OBD-II loom and contact your dealer. 16.
MoTeC CDL3 Track Kits 17 CDL3 loom. Plug the other end into your ECU communications connector. 3. Plug the cigarette lighter power adapter into a spare power supply socket. If your vehicle does not have a power supply socket, cut off the adapter and connect the red wire to a fused 12 V source and the black wire to chassis ground. 4. Connect a laptop to the CDL3 using the Ethernet lead provided. 5. Start up CDL3 Dash Manager. 6. Select Tools > Connection settings in CDL3 Dash Manager, then select Add. 7.
CDL3 Track Kits Installing the CDL3 to RS232 ECU loom The CDL3 to RS232 ECU loom connects the CDL3 loom to an ECU via its RS232 communications connector. NOTE: The RS232 communications connector is the socket that you would normally use to connect to your ECU for tuning. Installation method – if CDL3 came pre-configured 1. Plug in the CDL3, SLM-C, buttons and GPS. 2. Connect the CDL3 to RS232 ECU adapter loom to the ECU plug on your CDL3 loom. Plug the other end into your ECU communications connector.
MoTeC CDL3 Track Kits 19 8. Highlight the device displayed in the connected device window, and select the Select button. 9. Select OK on the new IP screen. 10. Select OK on the Connection settings screen. 11. Select File > New 12. Select CDL3 M4 M48 template if you have one of those ECUs. Other ECUs will require a custom template. 13. Select Online > Send Configuration to put the configuration in the Dash. 14. Save the file with a new name, such as “my start file” 15.
Installation Installation This section provides information on how to install the Dash Logger in the vehicle and connect it to other devices. It will also provide information on how to install the software. Mounting and Wiring The Dash Logger has three threaded mounting posts.
MoTeC Installation 21 • Some sensor connectors may not be available with 22# terminals, in which case doubling the wire over gives the equivalent of an 18# wire. This is suitable for many of the common sensor terminals. • Use the correct crimping tool for all contacts to ensure a reliable connection. • Power the Dash Logger via a separate switch and a 5 ampere fuse, to ensure the PC can communicate with the Dash Logger without the need to power the rest of the vehicle.
Installation o Signal conditioned three-wire pressure sensors o Thermocouple amplifiers o Accelerometers These inputs can also be used to measure two-wire variable resistance sensors if an external pull-up resistor is connected from the input to the 5 V sensor supply. Additionally, on/off switch signals may be connected, which may also require an external pull-up resistor.
MoTeC Installation 23 Speed Inputs Speed Inputs are identical to Digital Inputs except that they can also be configured to suit Variable Reluctance (Magnetic) sensors, such as some wheel speed sensors. Because the amplitude of the signal from these sensors changes with speed of rotation, variable trigger levels are required, which must vary with the frequency of the input signal. The Speed Inputs can also be used with Hall Effect type wheel speed sensors.
Installation CAN (Controller Area Network) Communications This protocol enables communication between all devices connected to the same bus. The CAN bus allows for communicating at high speeds. The CDL3 has two independent CAN communications ports that can be connected to other devices with a compatible CAN port. The bus speed for each interface can be set independently.
MoTeC Installation 25 Connecting Devices Examples Device Connect via Remarks Sensors Inputs: The appropriate input type depends on the sensor type MoTeC supplies datasheets with wiring details for all sensors via the website External Buttons for: Inputs: - Display mode Digital or Speed inputs - Display next line (and optional previous line) - Alarm acknowledge - Lap number reset Wire between Dash Logger input and Dash Logger 0 V.
Installation Software Installation This section provides information on Dash Manager software, and i2 Data Analysis software. It will also explain how to connect the Dash Logger to the PC.
MoTeC Installation 27 Updating CDL3 Dash Manager Software Software updates are available free of charge, giving access to the latest features. Download the latest software version from the website and follow the software installation instructions to update to the new version. To update the associated firmware in the device, select Upgrade Dash Version from the Online menu. See Configuration Versions and Updating.
Installation If the Device is 'discovered' without the anti-virus software, you can turn it back on and put in appropriate exceptions to allow the Dash Logger Manager to communicate with the device. Only one connection can be active at a time. To switch to a different Dash Logger, click Make Active.
MoTeC Configuration 29 Configuration All aspects of the Dash Logger can be configured, including; which sensor is connected to which input, the calibration of each sensor, what to display and where to display it, what to log and how fast to log it, tacho range, warning alarms, multi stage shift lights etc. The configuration is stored in a file on the PC. When starting Dash Manager software, the menu items related to changing the configuration are unavailable.
Configuration • Edit Details – allows for entering event, venue and vehicle details to be stored with the configuration file • Check Channels – verifies that all channels are correctly generated • Edit Configuration Comments – allows for other comments to be stored with the configuration file • View Configuration Summary – gives a quick overview of the configuration file • Convert Logging Image – allows users to manually convert a log file for use in i2 • Exit – exits the program Tip: The m
MoTeC Configuration These general purpose channels may be required when measuring an uncommon value, or when a general purpose function needs to generate a special output channel. For example, a 3D table may generate an output channel to control a valve of some sort, in which case a general purpose channel may be used and named appropriately.
Configuration Channel Properties Each channel has defined properties, some of which may be modified by the user. Predefining these properties makes the channels easy to use throughout the rest of the software. • Properties that may be modified by the user o Name The channel names (and abbreviations) may be changed if necessary.
MoTeC Configuration 33 Selecting Channels There are two methods of selecting channels, either the Category Method or the Search Method. Category Method This method divides all the channels into categories and sub categories, so that the list can be narrowed down to a small list of channels. For example, the ‘Engine Sensors / Cooling’ category shows a list of channels associated with the cooling system of the engine.
Configuration Search Method This method lists all channels in alphabetical order and allows a channel to be found either by typing the first few letters of any word in the channel name, or by scrolling through the list. Note: The words may be typed out of order so that ‘Engine Oil Temp’ could be found by typing "temp eng oil" or "oil t eng" or "e o t” This method is most useful when selecting a channel from the available channels.
MoTeC Configuration 35 Connections Configuring Inputs (optional) On the Connections menu, click Devices Select the device (e.g.
Configuration Dash Manager Software on how to update to a new software version to make the latest communication templates available. Calculations The Dash Logger has special and user definable general purpose calculations available. They are set up from the Calculations menu.
MoTeC Configuration 37 Functions Data Logging (optional) Data logging allows sensor readings and calculated values to be stored in the Dash Logger's memory for later analysis using the i2 Data Analysis software. To configure logging 1. On the Functions menu, click Logging 2.
Configuration Logging Setup Files The logging list can be saved and loaded from a file. This allows multiple logging setups to be used. Logging Rate The logging rate sets how often each channel is logged and can be set individually for each channel. The rate at which the values are logged must be fast enough to record all variations in the reading. If the value is logged too slowly, the readings can be totally meaningless.
MoTeC Configuration 39 The anti-alias filter is implemented by averaging the channel values between logging events. For example, if a channel has an update rate of 1000 Hz and it is logged at 100 Hz then the preceding 10 samples will be averaged each time it is logged. The anti-alias filter is normally turned on by default when a channel is added to the logging list, but may be turned off if required. For normal purposes it is recommended that the anti-alias filter is left turned on.
Configuration Track Map For the i2 Data Analysis software to plot a track map, either a GPS should be connected or a number of separate sensors that will provide the required information. Track Map using GPS Ensure GPS Latitude and GPS Longitude are logged.
MoTeC Configuration 41 Display The Dash Logger display is a high contrast, high temperature, custom made LCD display. The display contains a Bar Graph, three Numeric Displays, a Centre Numeric Display and a Bottom Alpha / Numeric Display. To configure the display • On the Functions menu, click Display • Select the relevant tabs to set up the display Display Modes The display has three main modes of operation; Race, Practice and Warm-up.
Configuration Race Mode The Race display is normally used to display minimal information, e.g. RPM, Lap Time, Fuel Remaining or Laps Remaining. The bottom alpha/numeric display can be used to display additional information as needed. Practice Mode The Practice display is used to display basic information, plus information to help the driver improve lap times, e.g. Lap Time, Lap Gain/Loss, Maximum Straight Speed, Minimum Corner Speed or Corner Exit Speed.
MoTeC Configuration 43 Warm-up Mode The Warm-up display is used to display important engine sensor readings during engine warm-up, e.g. RPM, Battery Voltage, Engine Temperature, Oil Pressure, Oil Temperature and Fuel Pressure. The bottom alpha/numeric display can be used to check many other warmup values. Bar Graph The 70 segment bar graph has a user definable range and is typically used as a tacho, however it can be used to display any other value.
Configuration Numeric Displays The three numeric displays–left, right and top right–can be programmed to display any value, which may be different for each of the display modes (Warm-up, Practice and Race). Each of the three numeric displays has a different number of digits and is therefore suited to displaying different values.
MoTeC Configuration 45 The centre numeric display is normally used to display the current gear but can be used for other purposes. Bottom Alpha/Numeric Display The 13 digit bottom alpha/numeric display can display up to 20 lines of information that can be scrolled up or down using external buttons. Each of the 20 lines can display up to 3 channel values at a time. The values shown may be different for each of the three display modes.
Configuration The alarms remain active until they are acknowledged, either by a driver activated switch or automatically after a defined period of time. The warning alarm limits are fully programmable and may include up to 6 comparisons to ensure that the alarms are only activated at the correct time. For example, an engine temperature alarm may activate at 95 °C if the ground speed has been above 50 km/h for 30 seconds. The speed comparison avoids the alarm showing during a pit stop due to heat soak.
MoTeC Operation 47 Operation When operating the CDL3, any of the activities of the Online menu of the Dash Logger Manager software can be performed. This requires the PC to communicate to the Dash Logger. Note: All other menu items perform offline activities. Retrieving the Logged Data • On the Online menu, click Get Logged Data A PC is used to unload the logged data from the Dash Logger. The logged data is then stored on the computer's hard disk.
Operation Checking Operation Monitor Channels The currently active channels can be monitored to check the operation of all functions and measurements. • On the Online menu, click Monitor Channels • To show any channel on an oscilloscope style screen, click Utilities and then Oscilloscope Simulate The Simulate feature allows most input channels to be manually changed so that the Dash Logger operation can be checked under abnormal conditions, e.g. High Engine Temp.
MoTeC Operation 49 Configuration files can be updated by choosing the option to automatically update the configuration file while updating the software (firmware). It can also be done manually by upgrading the configuration file and sending it to the Dash Logger: • On the File menu, click Open • In the Files of type box select the new version file extension. The file will be converted to the new version format and saved with the same file name but with the new version file extension.
Operation o Erase Logged Data without unloading o Serial Number to view the Serial and Hardware Number; the Serial Number is required when ordering upgrade passwords, the Hardware Number is for MoTeC internal use o Change Display Mode to switch between Practice, Warm-up and Race mode
MoTeC Appendices 51 Appendices Specifications Specifications listed as optional are available as upgrades to customise and grow your system. These additional features are activated through a simple password system, at any time when you need it. An overview of the upgrades can be found in Dash Logger Upgrades.
Appendices Communications 2 x CAN with individually programmable CAN bus speeds o Maximum data range 1 Mbit/sec o Recommended terminating impedance 100 ohm o Configurable as either CAN or RS232 1 x RS232 Physical Dimensions 180 x 91 x 18 mm excluding connector Weight 385 g 1 x 34 pin AMP connector Power Supply Operating voltage: 8 to 32 volt DC Operating current: 0.
MoTeC Appendices Dash Logger Upgrades For the CDL3 Dash Logger the following upgrades are available: Data Logging 8 MB Allows recording of all input data to a 8 MB internal logging memory. 12 I/O upgrade Allows use and configuration of 12 extra inputs and outputs.
Appendices Characteristics Input Characteristics Analogue Voltage Inputs Suitable for Potentiometers Voltage output sensors Variable resistance sensors with pull-up resistor Measure Voltage Range Inputs: 0 to 5.46 V Note: Voltages outside this range may affect the readings on other inputs. Input Resistance 100k ohms to 0 V Resolution Inputs: 1.
MoTeC Appendices Analogue Temp Inputs Suitable for 2 wire variable resistance sensors and some voltage output sensors Measure Voltage Range 0 to 15.0 V Note: Voltages outside this range may affect the readings on other inputs. Input Resistance 1000 ohms pull-up to 5 V sensor supply +100 k to 0 V Resolution 3.66 mV Measurement Methods Ratiometric Absolute Variable Resistance Off/On Update Rate 1000 times / second Filter 290 Hz 1st order Calibration Accuracy Gain: 0.
Appendices Digital Inputs Suitable for Switch to 0 V Logic signal and open collector device (e.g. Hall Switch) Pull-up Resistor 2200 ohms to 3.3 V Voltage Range 0 to 15 V Positive Trigger Threshold 2.4 V max Negative Threshold 0.6 V min Hysteresis 0.4 V min Update Rate 100 times / second Filter Time Constant 22 usec Measurement Methods Frequency Resolution 0.
MoTeC Appendices Speed Inputs Hall mode A 2200 ohm pull-up resistor is connected to 2.7 V Suitable for Switch to 0 V Logic signal Open collector device (e.g. Hall Switch) Pull-up Resistor 2200 ohms to 2.7 V Voltage Range 0 to 15 V Trigger Threshold Selectable between -1.33 V and 4.
Appendices Period 100 usec Measures period between falling edges Resolution 100 usec Maximum 3.2 sec Pulse Width 1 usec Measures pulse high time Resolution 1 usec Maximum 32 msec Pulse Width 100 usec Measures pulse high time Resolution 100 usec Maximum 3.
MoTeC Appendices 59 Analogue Input Sampling 4 times oversampling is scheduled with samples taken every 250 usec, providing measurements every 1 msec. The following inputs are sampled at 250 usec, with microsecond offsets as shown in the table: Offsets 0.0 usec +1.5 usec 0.0 usec AT1 AV1 +9.3 usec AT2 AV2 +20.9 usec N/A AV3 +30.1 usec N/A AV4 +39.4 usec N/A N/A +51.0 usec N/A N/A +60.3 usec N/A N/A +71.9 usec N/A N/A +81.1 usec N/A INTTEMP +90.4 usec 8VSEN SPD1 +102.
Appendices CDL3 Pin List by Pin Number Pin Name Function 1 E-TX- Ethernet Transmit - 2 E-TX+ Ethernet Transmit + 3 AV1 Analogue Voltage Input 1 4 AV2 Analogue Voltage Input 2 5 AV3 Analogue Voltage Input 3 6 AV4 Analogue Voltage Input 4 7 8V Sensor 8 V 8 5V Sensor 5 V 9 0V Sensor 0 V Analogue Volt & Analogue Temp 10 E-RX- Ethernet Receive - 11 E-RX+ Ethernet Receive + 14 DIG1 Digital Input 1 15 DIG2 Digital Input 2 16 AT1 Analogue Temp Input 1 17 AT2 Analo
MoTeC Appendices 25 26 CAN2L CAN2 Lo 27 CAN2H CAN2 Hi 28 RX RS232 Input 29 AUX1 Auxiliary Output 1 30 AUX2 Auxiliary Output 2 31 AUX3 Auxiliary Output 3 32 AUX4 Auxiliary Output 4 33 BAT+ Battery Positive 34 BAT- Battery Negative 61
Appendices CDL3 Pin List by Function Pin Name Function Battery Power 34 BAT- Battery Negative 33 BAT+ Battery Positive Analogue Voltage Inputs 3 AV1 Analogue Voltage Input 1 4 AV2 Analogue Voltage Input 2 5 AV3 Analogue Voltage Input 3 6 AV4 Analogue Voltage Input 4 Analogue Temp Inputs 16 AT1 Analogue Temp Input 1 17 AT2 Analogue Temp Input 2 Digital Inputs 14 DIG1 Digital Input 1 15 DIG2 Digital Input 2 Speed Inputs 21 SPD1 Speed Input 1 22 SPD2 Speed Input 2 23
MoTeC Pin Name Appendices Function 8 V Sensor 7 8V Sensor 8 V 5 V Sensor 8 5V Sensor 5 V 0 V Sensor 9 0V Sensor 0 V CAN Interface 19 CAN0H RS232 / CAN 0 High 18 CAN0L RS232 / CAN 0 Low 27 CAN1H RS232 / CAN 1 High 26 CAN1L RS232 / CAN 1 Low Ethernet 10 E-RX- Ethernet Receive - 11 E-RX+ Ethernet Receive + 1 E-TX- Ethernet Transmit - 2 E-TX+ Ethernet Transmit + 28 RX RS232 Input 20 TX RS232 Output RS232 63
Appendices Mounting Dimensions CDL3 Note: • All dimensions in [mm] • Ensure product is not stressed when mounted • Dimensions indicate actual product size, allow for clearance when mounting
MoTeC Appendices 65 Wiring This section provides reference material about the Dash Logger's connector and wiring requirements.
Appendices PC Connection Ethernet Wiring Schematic: CDL3 Ethernet Connector Pin Function Pin Function 11 Ethernet RX+ 1 Ethernet TX+ 10 Ethernet RX– 2 Ethernet TX– 2 Ethernet TX+ 3 Ethernet RX+ 1 Ethernet TX– 6 Ethernet RX– Pin numbering Plug Socket Wire CAT5 UTP Ethernet cable Cable An Ethernet RJ45 socket, connecting to a standard Ethernet cable, is provided on: • #62202 CDL3 loom • #61131 Ethernet cable, unterminated, 2 metre
MoTeC Appendices 67 CAN Bus Wiring Requirements • The CAN bus should consist of a twisted pair trunk with 100R (0.25 watt) terminating resistors at each end. o If the CAN bus is less than 2 metres (7 ft) long, a single termination resistor may be used. • The preferred cable for the trunk is 100R data cable. • The maximum length of the bus is 16 metres (50 ft) • CAN devices (such as MoTeC Dash Loggers, ECUs etc.) may be connected to the trunk with up to 500 mm (20 in) of twisted wire.
Appendices CDL3 Dash Logger to ECU wiring (RS232) The following details the methods for connecting the Data Logger to various MoTeC ECUs via RS232. In all cases this is done using the serial data stream generated by the Telemetry function of each ECU. In the case of the M800, M880 and M4e the Data Logger may be directly wired to the ECU because these ECUs use RS232 interface levels.
MoTeC Appendices 69 Update Rate Summary Device Input Type Maximum Update Rate (per second) ADL3 Analogue Voltage Inputs 1000 ADL3 Analogue Temperature Inputs 1000 ADL3 Digital Inputs and Speed Inputs 100 ADL3 RS232 and CAN Communications 50 max * ADL3 CAN comms fast receive 1000 ACL RS232 Communications 200 * ACL General CAN communications 200 * CDL3 Analogue Voltage Inputs 500 CDL3 Analogue Temperature Inputs 500 CDL3 Digital Inputs and Speed Inputs 100 CDL3 RS232 and C
Appendices * RS232 and general CAN communications update rate depends on how frequently the data is sent from the device. Typically the update rate from an M4, M48, M8 or M800 ECU is about 20 times per second using RS232 and about 50 times per second for the M800 and M84 using CAN.
MoTeC Appendices Command Line Usage: Clubdash3.exe -c[connection] -d -x -l -e -t -s [config file name] [config file name] (Optional) Fully qualified path to the configuration file. (eg "c:\motec\dash\config\bathurst.d30") Note: the path must included the file extension (e.g. .d30) Options : Each of the following options can be given as "/[character]" or "[character]". They are shown here as "-[character]".
Appendices Tasks : One or more of the following may be specified. -l (Optional) Perform a “Get Logged Data” operation. -e (Optional) Perform a “Get Engine Log” operation. -t (Optional) Perform a “Get Tell-tale Values” operation. -p (Optional) Perform a “Print Summary” operation. Note: The configuration file must be specified using a fully qualified path including the file extension. (e.g. -p "c:\motec\dash\config\bathurst.d30") Note: There must be a space between -p and configuration file name.
MoTeC Appendices 73 CAN Bus Bandwidth Limit The total available CAN bandwidth on a single CAN bus is 1 Mbit/sec. The bandwidth used by the total of all devices on a particular CAN bus must not exceed approximately 90% of this value (900000 bits/second) If the total bandwidth required exceeds this specification then some devices should be connected to the second CAN bus. Note: Dash Manager will warn if the bandwidth is likely to be exceeded.
Appendices Comms Error Codes The "Comms CAN x Diagnostic" and "Comms RS232 Diagnostic" channels can be used to diagnose communications problems. Multiple errors are shown by error codes added together. For example: A RS232 error of 9 = parity + overrun. The error values have the following definitions: RS232 Errors Errors generated by RS232 communications. 1 PARITY Parity bit incorrect. The comms parity setup is wrong, or there is electrical interference causing errors in the data.
MoTeC Appendices General CAN Errors Errors generated by general CAN communications. 2 FRAMING Only generated when used with an E888/E816 expander. Inconsistent message length. 8 OVERRUN Receive or transmit overrun error. In the receive case a byte was received before the previous byte was read indicating that the processor is too busy to read the message. In the transmit case the transmit buffer is full which could happen if the CAN bus is too busy.
Appendices Note: VIMCOM devices are connected via CAN. Dash Logger Errors (CDL3) These errors are generated by the Dash Logger's communications system. 2 FRAMING Incorrect number of samples received. 256 BAD CONFIG Configuration mismatch between Dash Logger and device. Resend the configuration. 512 NO DATA VIMCOM packets have not been found. Either there is a wiring fault or Dash Logger Connections is setup incorrectly. 2048 WRONG DATA VIMCOM packet has bad length.
MoTeC Appendices 77 from Dash Logger) 4101 CAN ERROR Data not sent due to error on CAN bus 4102 SYNC EXCEEDED Data not sent due to excessive sync error (synchronisation too far out) Windows Keyboard Shortcuts When using a laptop in and around a car, it is often not practical to use a mouse to navigate through the program. Using the keyboard to select options is easier.
Appendices Selecting an Item in a Window To access the various items in a window, press ALT + the key for the underlined letter of the item of interest, e.g. to select the ‘Flash Light’ item press ALT + F Alternatively use the TAB key to move through the dialog box (use SHIFT + TAB to move backwards). The selected control is usually indicated by a dotted line around it, or by highlighting the text or item selected within the control.
MoTeC Appendices 79 Check Box A check box is used to tick on or off a particular option. Press ALT + the key for the underlined letter (F), or use the TAB key to navigate to the Check Box. To select, press SPACEBAR. Group Box The Group box is used to select an item from a group of options. Press ALT + the key for the underlined letter (F, A or D), or use the TAB key to navigate to the Group box. To select, use the arrow keys. Text Box A text box is used to enter a value or text.
Appendices List Box A list is used to select from a number of options. Press ALT + the key for the underlined letter (M) or use the TAB key to navigate to the List Box. To select, use the arrow keys. Drop-down List Box A Drop-down list box is used to select from a number of items, but only the selected item is shown until a new item needs to be selected. Press ALT + the key for the underlined letter (L) or use the TAB key to navigate to the Drop down List Box.
MoTeC Appendices 81 Tree Structure A Tree Structure is used to select items from a hierarchical list The UP ARROW key moves the cursor up (selects the item above) The DOWN ARROW key moves the cursor down (selects the item below) The RIGHT ARROW key expands; expandable branches indicated by a plus sign (+) The LEFT ARROW key collapses; collapsible branches indicated by a minus sign (-)
Appendices Glossary MoTeC Devices ACL Advanced Central Logger ADL2 Advanced Dash Logger - second generation ADL3 Advanced Dash Logger - third generation BR2 Beacon Receiver BTX Beacon Transmitter CIM Computer Interface Module CLS Central Logging System CDL3 Club Dash Logger DBW4 Drive By Wire expander E816 Input/Output Expander E888 Input/Output Expander i2 MoTeC data analysis software i2 Pro MoTeC data analysis software, professional version IEX Ignition Expander LTC Lambd
MoTeC Appendices PCI Cable PC Interface cable PDM15 Power Distribution Module with 15 outputs PDM16 Power Distribution Module with 16 outputs PDM30 Power Distribution Module with 30 outputs PDM32 Power Distribution Module with 32 outputs PLM Professional Lambda Meter RTC Real Time Clock SDC Subaru Diff Controller SDL Sport Dash Logger SDL3 Sport Dash Logger – second generation SGA Strain Gauge Amplifier SLM Shift Light Module SLM-C Shift Light Module – Club version SUU Software Up
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