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1. signals screen e High Range Default maximum value used for round gauges and graphs You can override this for each gauge on the assign signals screen 14 e Num Decimals How many decimals to display Leaving this blank or entering O will display 1 256 as 1 Entering 1 will display 1 256 as 1 3 Entering 2 will display 1 256 at 1 26 Here is the above Zt 2 example fully configured F6 Sealing Num Decimals gt Equation x 2 9 6 Low Range 10 High Range 19 N A a Clear J a Cancel J USING NON LINEAR CONVERSIONS XY PAIRS To use non linear signals an XY pair file named f_name config extension must be installed from the SD card where name is user chosen For example f_aat config could be a transfer function for an Ambient Air Temperature probe Then in the equation editor touch the Fx Edit button and select the appropriate config file The formula used by default is f_name X but advanced users could modify it with any valid equation like 5 4 f_name X 4 3 The format of the XY pair file is Example XY Pairs 1 The X values have to be strictly increasing assuming 0 Function for example AFR where 5V The Y values can be non linear 5V 22 AFR and OV 2AFR 0 0 2 0 The X and Y values can be separated by spaces 5 0 22 0 commas or tabs and possibility any other non numeric character Example XY Pairs 2 X Y for example non linear sensor Whitespace is generally ignored except it can2. a copy of your original proof of purchase and the form IN NO EVENT SHALL E MOTION INC LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT FROM DIRECT INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE OR ITS DOCUMENTATION E Motion Inc makes no warranty or representation expressed implied or statutory with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accompanying software and specifically disclaims its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose E Motion Inc reserves the right to revise or update its products software or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity Please direct all inquiries to Warranty is void if the NDash case is opened Warranty is void if NDash is used in a manner not consistent with reasonable care 20
3. each code Fix the diagnosed problem or make note of it To clear the diagnostic trouble codes tap Clear Codes You will be asked to confirm that you want to clear the codes Note Clearing codes does not solve any underlying vehicle issues Tap Yes to clear the code s and turn the check engine light off Tap No to leave the code s set and leave the check engine light on CUSTOMIZING YOUR NDASH INSTALLING FILES FROM SD CARD Various files can be installed on to NDash from the SD card Themes Splash Screens Sounds Config File and Licenses can all be installed this way In order for NDash to see these files when a SD card is inserted the files must be contained in a folder called transfer in the parent directory of the SD card A user can backup install uninstall files and format and eject a SD by navigating to Main Menu gt Setup gt Memory Card CUSTOM SPLASH SCREEN The NDash allows users to change the splash screen the graphic that is displayed when NDash starts to anything they wish A user 11 must first create a image file using image editing software The image needs to be 480x272 and a tga file Most popular image editing programs can save in this format To install and specify your splash screen after it has been created 1 Place your splash screen on a SD card in a folder called transfer Insert the SD card into the SD card slot and turn NDash on 3 From the Main Menu tap on Setup then M
4. normal On the computer Click on Start select Programs gt E Motion Inc gt NDash Update Tool This program starts NDashClick on your NDash s serial number to highlight Click Update firmware Follow the prompts 16 APPENDIX A ACCESSORY CABLE PIN OUT Red Vehicle Power In Out If NDash is connected via OBD II cable this is the source for vehicle power If OBD Il is not connected vehicle power must be applied here Warning Do not attempt to power any device from this output that draws more that 500ma of current Failure to observe this restriction could result in permanent un repairable damage to your NDash Orange Serial Port 1 Rx Connect to pin 3 of PC DB 9 Yellow Blue Brown Black Serial Port 2 Tx Serial Port 2 Rx Serial Port 1Tx Case Ground Connect to pin 2 of PC DB 9 Connect to pin 3 of PC DB 9 Connect to pin 2 of PC DB 9 1Meg Ohm to Gnd For cable shielding Do not use asa Ground White Analog input 2 0 0 to 5 0 Volt input Pink 5V 500ma Output Resettable fuse protected Green Analog input 1 0 0 to 5 0 Volt input 10 Shield Ground This is the signal ground Connect to pin 5 of PC DB 9 Note For future compatibility tie 6 and 10 together 17 APPENDIX B CAN EXPANSION CABLE PIN OUT Color Function J1962 Pin Black J1850 10 Brown J1850 2 Red ISO L Li
5. 2 V 9 6 The factor of 2 is called the Correction Factor and the 9 6 is called the Correction Offset Refer to the actual sensors user manual for Correction factor and offset values This is a simple linear formula CONVERTING AN ANALOG VOLTAGE INTO PHYSICAL UNITS Navigate to Parameters by tapping on Setup from the Main Menu then Devices then Parameters Use the arrows at the top to find the Analog Input driver Select the either ANALOG1 CFG or ANALOG2 CFG depending on which analog channel is connected to the device Press the Change button to modify the config for that channel These Scaling Parameters are used when converting an analog signal into physical units e Equation The equation to use for conversion X represents the analog signal in volts So if your linear conversion was Corrected Value Correction Factor Raw Voltage Correction Offset Where Correction Factor was 2 0 and the Correction Offset was 9 6 you would enter the Equation as X 2 0 9 6 e Name Abbreviation to identify corrected signal Used as a gauge label and displayed on the assign signals screen e Units Physical units for the calculation Any automatic Imperial Metric occurs afterward For example if a calculation results in C the number could be automatically converted to F before display Use DegC for C and DegF for F e Low Range Default minimum value used for round gauges and graphs You can override this for each gauge on the assign
6. 2 reading e See Using Device Manager for how to add the Zeitronix driver e IMPORTANT The Zt 2 s USER2 channel must be configured by using the Zeitronix ZDL software on a PC while the Zt 2 is connected to the PC through a serial port When a temperature sensor is assigned to the Zt 2 USER2 input though ZDL software an internal pull up resistor is automatically enabled No external resistors are required on the Zt 2 USER2 input e f any Zeitronix temperature sensors are connected to the Zt 2 USER1 input or the nDash Analog 1 or Analog 2 ports those inputs require an external 1 Kohm pull up resistor to 5V Please see the Zeitronix web page for further details 5 volt Zt 2 Model 2010 Yellow Wire or alternate 5volt source 10SU3S ZO Useri Input Blue Wire N N ejeg Ground Brown Wire e Most Zt 2 signals are mapped to existing signals in the nDash Analog Driver for Zeitronix sensors connected to the Analog 1 and Analog 2 inputs or in the Zeitronix Driver for sensors connected to the Zt 2 Signal calculators will be needed for any unsupported sensors ADDING SUPPORT FOR ENHANCED OBD II DATA To install an Enhanced Driver 1 Select an unused port and tap Add Device 2 Locate and select the enhanced driver you wish to install under the ECU screen Tap Install 3 Select 1962 and then tap OK If you receive an error of port in use you may need to switch port types or remove an incomp
7. D into the NDash and turn the unit on From the Main Menu tap on Setup then Memory Card then Install then Sound Select which sound you wish to install and tap Install GARE ce a You can now specify this warning sound for any High or Low warning in the gauges SETTING SIGNAL GRAPH COLORS OPTIONAL Setting different colors for a gauge makes it easier to see and is especially helpful on the graphing gauge To change a gauge s color 1 color palette in the corner of the box 2 Tap on a color to select it Tap Save 3 Tap Save to return to the gauges You will now be able to monitor the sensor activity on that gauge Repeat the above steps to fill in the remaining gauges Use the lt lt or gt gt buttons on the gauge screen to view other gauge sets Only the active gauge screen signals will be monitored and logged GLOBAL DATA LOGGER NDash will monitor and log all signals shown on the active gauge screen It is also possible to monitor signals not shown on the active gauge screen This allows the user to view only the most valuable data while still being able to review all the vehicle data in the log file The Global Data Logger can silently monitor up to 16 signals and will be logged with the active gauge screen data Tap on Data Logging from the Main Menu Tap on Signals Tap on Add Then Assign Signal Select you signal then tap Save Tap Save once more PONS USING DEVICE MANAG
8. ER The NDash Device Manager is where the various pre installed and licensed drivers and non OBD II inputs can be added or removed for use with the NDash The Device Manager is an advanced feature which requires the user to be familiar with this manual so a simple PIN of 2222 is required for entry From the Main Menu tap on Setup then Devices then Manager To add a driver input Select an unused port and tap Add Device Using the lt or gt locate and select the driver you wish to install Then tap install Next select which port the input is located on You can only have 1 item per port type Zo SM E If you receive an error of port in use you may need to switch port types or remove an incompatible driver from the device manager Now your device will be installed in the slot you specified All installed devices can be assigned to any gauge To remove a driver input 1 Select the Driver Input and tap remove Removing the driver input does NOT delete the driver input from the NDash You can always add it back in the future USING ZEITRONIX PRODUCTS If you are going to use a Zeitronix wideband the nDash comes with a Zeitronix driver that uses the serial port to connect digitally to the Zt 2 controller This is the preferred way to connect the Zt 2 wideband as compared to connecting the wideband voltage to the nDash Analog Input This allows the nDash to display all of the Zt 2 signals including the wideband O
9. ETUP amp NAVIGATION NDash offers the ability to monitor hundreds of vehicle sensors for real time display and data logging Data sample rates will vary by vehicle This rate is a fixed amount and the total of active signal being monitored and logged will share this sample rate NAVIGATING GAUGES From the Main Menu tap Gauges Tap on the lt lt and gt gt buttons to view other gauge layout options ASSIGN A SIGNAL TO A GAUGE Be sure the New Vehicle Setup pg 11 has been completed before assigning signals to a gauge Tap on the gauge region where the signal will be displayed Tap on Signal area in the black region Use the lt or gt at the top to select the Data group you wish to select your signals from Use the scroll bar to the right to locate and select the signal you wish to monitor Tap Save K Bo NA SET GAUGE MIN MAX VALUES OPTIONAL Tap on the Low Limit button to set the bottom value for the signal Tap on the High Limit button to set the top value for the signal Tap Low Limit or High Limit will bring up the limits screen Type in the desired value To make the value negative tap Tap save MISA NS Repeat steps 1 4 to set the signal s minimum value SET GAUGE LOW WARNING HIGH WARNING OPTIONAL You can also create an upper and lower redline region on the NDash The below gauge has a redline danger zone between 5000 and 6000 RPM To set a High Low Warnin
10. atible driver from the device manager Some Enhanced data can not be used when Generic OBD or other Enhanced Data driver are installed in the Device Manager DATA LOGGING The NDash can log and save all information represented on the gauges from the active screen The information can be saved as a Microsoft Excel csv or Logworks dif file directly to an inserted SD memory card To begin data logging 1 Assign signals to the gauges to data log 2 Tap on Start Log The signals will be saved to the SD card with a timestamp The signals will continue to be displayed on the screen even as they are being saved to the card Once a log has begun the gauge screen can not be changed 3 To log signals you don t wish to put into a gauge review the Global Data Logger pg 16 4 Tap End Log when finished logging session The data is now saved to the memory card Note The NDash records a few seconds of data before the Start Log button has been pressed Therefore log files may contain a negative timestamp The amount of negative time varies by vehicle The amount of negative time is dependant on the amount of data being logged Newer vehicles offer more data faster so they will have shorter negative time with more data Each time a data logging session is started and ended NDash saves one file to the SD memory card in a directory called log Each saved file has a log prefix The default prefix is log and will be changed by a va
11. be used as 0 000 50 Thisisa line comment the XY separator 0 162 125 0 221 160 The semicolon character is used to indicate that the 0 251 125 rest of the line is a comment and will be ignored mada 332 j l 0 751 85 There is a limit of 32 pairs of XY data per file a 1 285 66 To install the file the file should start with _f and have a nn pa config extension Using your PC put it in the transfer 3 913 11 folder of the SD card then use the Setup SD 3 947 10 Card Install Config File menu to install it onto the 4193 1 4 622 0 15 unit UPDATING NDASH NDash s software is field updateable The software necessary to update the NDash is on the included CD It can also be downloaded from http www e motionproducts com in the Support area UPDATING NDASH WARNING Do not power NDash from the PC with the USB ports on the right Permanent damage to your NDash can occur To update NDash 1 SS PB Establish an Internet connection on your computer The NDash Recovery Tools requires Internet access throughout the update process Connect the USB cable to the single USB port located on the left side of NDash Any other USB port will not work Connect the opposite end of the USB cable to the computer s USB port Note This USB port is used only for updating the NDash NDash s screen will display USB link established Boot Halted You may now attempt to recover This message is
12. card will eject enough to grab it BASIC OPERATION MENU NAVIGATION When NDash first starts up a boot screen will appear Start will take a few moments to start up When this warning screen appears please read carefully To continue tap the I Accept button If you do not agree to abide by the warning please disconnect NDash and contact your reseller for a return authorization Tapping the I Accept button will bring up the gauge screen The lt lt and gt gt arrow buttons at the bottom are used to cycle through different gauge layouts The Exit button in the lower left corner returns the screen to the main menu for accessing all of NDash s features NEW VEHICLE SETUP FIND SIGNALS The NDash has been designed to be used on any 1996 and newer OBD II vehicle Vehicles which the NDash is connected will typically offer a different set of parameters or signals available The New Vehicle setup Plug NDash into the vehicle Turn the vehicle s key to the on position The engine does not need to be started Turn on the NDash From the NDash main menu Tap Setup tap Devices Tap Find Signals Follow the on screen instructions When NDash lists how many signals were found NDash has finished N Oy SH OS pr ES Repeat steps 1 6 every time NDash is connected to a new vehicle Signals may appear and not function if the New Vehicle Setup is not run when the NDash is connected to a different vehicle GAUGE S
13. ed to the SD if installed an B SES Follow the on screen instructions The results will be posted in the left box at the end of the run USER DEFINED SPEED TESTS Create your own performance tests To set up a specific test From the main menu tap on Performance Tap on Setup Tap on one of the four User Test buttons The Edit User Test screen will appear Tap on Name Enter the name of the test Example 0_to_120_feet Tap on Units to select a measurement unit Example feet Tap on Start to set the start value of the measurement Example O Repeat steps 7 and 8 to set Units and Stop value Example 120 feet Tap Save Make sure the speed gauge is set and tap save once more O AI AI At the performance menu tap on User Tests This screen appears 10 Tap on User Test 1 11 Tap Start to start User 1 s test Follow the on screen instructions The results will be posted on screen at the end of the run Example of a results screen DIAGNOSTIC CODE READER To view and clear diagnostic trouble codes Fom the Main Menu tap on Diagnostics This screen will appear Note Use the lt and gt buttons at the top to switch between Generic and Enhanced OEM information Turn the vehicle s key to the on position The vehicle does not need to be running Tap Read Codes If the vehicle s check engine light is on diagnostic trouble code s DTCs will be displayed along with a short description of
14. emory Card then Install then Splash Screen Select your image file A confirmation of installation will be displayed 4 Go back to the Main Menu and tap on Setup then Display then Splash Screen Select your image When NDash starts your image will now be displayed before NDash completely starts up ADJUSTING STANDARD METRIC UNITS NDash offers the ability to automatically adjust a signal to the English standard or metric units To Change Units 1 From the Main Menu tap setup Display Units 2 Select the Units you wish to use and select Ok 3 All signals will be adjusted to the selected unit of measure DISPLAY DIMMER DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS The NDash has a built in light sensor that adjusts the screen brightness according to its surroundings NDash comes setup to automatically change the brightness of the screen however the automatic dimmer can be turned off or set to a specific brightness level Tap on Setup menu Tap on Display Tap on Brightness u a Tt P Select the desired brightness level OFF ON LOW POWER MODE The Off On Low Power mode button is located on the front left corner of the NDash It has three functions e To shut off NDash Press the button and hold for 3 seconds A screen will say Shutting Down The screen will go black The NDash is completely off The NDash has an automatic power down feature that shuts down the NDash when the vehicle is turned off This feature aut
15. g UA ISS Tap on the gauge where a High Low Warning is to be set On the Assign Signal screen tap on High Warning or Low Warning Type in the desired upper or lower warning level number Tap to make the value negative Tap Save Tap Save on the Assign Signal screen to go back to the gauges WARNING SOUNDS OPTIONAL NDash can also play a pre installed or user defined audible warning when a signal has entered the upper or lower warning area To set a Warning Sound SL Zi ee Je a Tap on a gauge that you want the warning sound to be apparent on Tap on the crossed out speaker for either the High or Low warning Tap on the black box next to Sound to select the audio clip to be played when the threshold is crossed The repeat rate is how often the sound will repeat while the threshold is crossed O will repeat constantly The State field will either enable or disable the warning Tap Save Make sure your warning threshold for the high or low warning that you use is set and make sure your signal for the gauge is specified To upload your own sounds 1 Sound files must have these attributes Extension wav Encoding PCM uncompressed Size 8 or 16 bit signed integer Sample Rate 22050 11025 5512 or 5513 KHZ Channels Stereo or Mono Length Less than 10 seconds Create a folder on your SD called named Transfer and place file inside folder Insert the S
16. he voltage represents The analog inputs on NDash have a 24 7 kilo ohm input impedance and may not be accurate when connected to a device with a high output impedance For example a narrowband O2 sensor output cannot be connected directly to an NDash because the output impedance of the sensor is in the mega ohm range To use the two analog signals install the Analog driver in the device manager A linear conversion is for measuring signals that have a constant input voltage change for a given change in what s being measured An example is a sensor that has a 0 1V output change for every temperature degree it s measuring 3 terminal sensors that have a voltage input a voltage output and ground are often linear sensors A non linear conversion is for measuring signals that do not have a constant input change for a given change in what s being measured An example is a NTC negative temperature coefficient type resistive temperature sensor which is very common in vehicles The NTC temperature sensor will change resistance by a few ohms per degree at high temperatures and many thousands of ohms per degree at cold temperatures 2 terminal resistive temperature sensors are usually non linear CONNECTIONS AND WIRING Connect the analog input signal you wish to measure to either Analog In 1 or Analog In 2 on the NDash See the end of this manual for the I O cable wiring table ANALOG INPUT DRIVER SETUP To setup an analog sensor in NDash sen
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18. lue of 1 as new logs are added ex log_001 csv To change the log prefix From the Main Menu tap on Data Logging Tap on Log File Prefix This screen appears Type in the desired name of the log file prefix gt 90 NR Tap Save Now all log files will be saved in numerical order with the prefix that was entered To view log files 1 Remove the SD memory card from the NDash 2 Place the memory card into a SD card reader and attach to your PC 3 Open the contents of the card Log files are saved in the logs directory on the card Log files may be opened in Microsoft Excel or any other spreadsheet program that accepts csv files NDASHCALCULATORS NDash offers a variety of calculators that can be used to make custom signals using one or more input signals or using user defined values These calculators come pre installed on your NDash PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS 1 4 mile 1 8 mile 0 60mph times and many user defined performance tests can be measured with NDash Using only the speed signal input from OBD Il or an external sensor 1 4 MILE 1 8 MILE 0 60MPH TEST From the Main Menu tap Performance Tap on Setup then tap Speed Sig and locate and select the vehicle speed sensor Tap Save The Dist Sig is self calculated and is speed x time Tap Save Tap Acceleration Test Select the performance you would like to test by tapping on it Tap Start to start the test Results will be sav
19. nDash Instruction Manual Table Of Contents Installation uuuaunsunannunnunaunnununnunnunnunannannunnunnnnannannunnunnan nun ann ann an nun nun ann annannan nn EEaren anann 5 Cable Routine u ee A en ne Henri en Te ER 5 Attaching dl e Ee E Ken EE 5 SD Memory Card a dde 5 Basic Operation cooconconconcnnonrnnconcnnc anar RRE KEREN KENE RERKERK EEN 5 Men Navigation ns een een AA AE 5 New Vehicle Setup Find Signals a A AA 6 Gauge Setup amp Navigation unzununnunnunaunannunnunnunnnnunnunnunannannannunannannannannunnannannnnannannannunannannannenn 6 REITER 6 Assign a SlenaltoatGauge ccc cecececesssssecececeeeceesesaeaeeeceeecesseseaseseceeeesseusesaeseseeeesceesesaeaeeeeeesesesessaaeeeeeeeess 6 Set Gauge Min Max Values optional nono nnncconnnonnnnnos 6 Set Gauge Low Warning High Warning optional 7 Warning SOuUNdAsS Optio AAA adidas 7 Setting Signal Graph Colors optional Regeerung 8 Global REN CN EE 8 Using Device MANE iii la taaa ada aa aa id daa ia id 8 Using Zeltronix PRODUCES A A A A ds 9 Adding support for Enhanced OBD II DATA 9 BEIRA Eor AA AEREO EAE in un dea ute AA AAA ai 9 NDashCalculatoFS PERPFEPFERPERPFERFEERERUFERRERRFERFEERERUFRERERREREEEEREEREREREERERERFRERERRERRFEERERRERERERREREFEERERRERERERRRRRE 10 Performance Measurements uunsunnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nun nun nun nun nun nennen nenn nennen nennen nennen nennen 10 1 4 mile 1 8 mile 0 60mph Test naeh 10 User Defined Speed Wests i
20. ne 15 Yellow Unswitched Power 16 Green ISO K Line 7 Blue CAN L 14 Gray CAN H 6 White Signal Ground 5 18 APPENDIX C USER CONFIGURABLE SIGNALS The Analog driver supports four 4 user definable signals To configure them use the Device Manager Parameters use the left right arrows to select the Analog Input driver and edit any of the USER1 USER2 USER3 or USER4 signals Each signal has parameters X to select which signal is represented by X in the formula Y to select which signal is represented by Y in the formula and CFG which defines the formula scaling name units and number of decimal places For each user signals each of the 4 signals can configure what signal is used for their X and Y signals for example the USER1 SIGX and USER1 SIGY values specify which signals mean X and Y for USER1 signal Example If you assign USER1 SIGX to MAP and USER1 SIGY to BARO and then for the USER1 CFG equation use X Y then USER1 will display MAP BAROMETRIC PRESSURE which is BOOST 19 LIMITED WARRANTY E Motion Inc guarantees that every NDash is free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from the date of purchase If the product proves defective during this warranty period Contact your NDash distributor in order to obtain a Return Authorization number and form When returning a product mark the Return Authorization number clearly on the outside of the package and include
21. o liability regarding the improper installation or misapplication of its products It is the installer s responsibility to check for proper installation and if in doubt contact the manufacturer IN THE EVENT THAT THE BUYER DOES NOT AGREE WITH THIS AGREEMENT THE BUYER MAY PROMPTLY RETURN THIS PRODUCT IN A NEW AND UNUSED CONDITION WITH A DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT INDICATES THAT THE BUYER HAS READ AND UNDERSTANDS THIS AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTS ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS Warning Minnesota and California state laws restrict the method of attachment and placement of objects to the windshield and side windows of motor vehicles See Minnesota Statutes 2005 Section 169 71 and California Vehicle Code Section 26708 a E Motion does not take any responsibility for any fines penalties or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding the laws and statutes of the jurisdictions in which a NDash is operated Similar laws may apply within your province or state Please verify your provincial or state laws prior to installation Warning When mounting the NDash to the windshield place the device in a location where it does not obstruct the driver s view of the road and does not interfere with vehicle controls and safety devices or the safe operation of the vehicle Attention Onstar subscribers may notice an interruption in Onstar diagnostic services while using OBD II scan
22. omatically shuts down the NDash when no signals are observed from the OBD II connector To enable Auto Power Off Tap on Setup from the Main Menu Tap on Power Tap on desired time for shutdown after key is turned off Tap Ok P i h E e To turn on NDash Press the power button again to power the NDash back up e To put NDash in Low Power Mode Press and release the button quickly while the NDash is on The screen will go off but the unit will still be on Press the button again and the NDash will instantly come back on Low power mode saves power but makes NDash instantly available 12 Auto Power On is not available through the NDash DEFAULT POWER UP SCREEN NDash allows you to easily change which screen appears on initial power up of the NDash This can help make it faster and easier to navigate through the NDash to find the functions you use most From the Main Menu tap Setup Tap on Display Tap on Startup Page Choose the Page you would like to have be the startup page then tap OK S INTA The change will be seen the next time the NDash is powered back on NDASH ANALOG INPUTS NDash has two analog inputs available on the accessory connector They accept a 0 5v DC signal and are compatible with most automotive sensors These signals can be displayed on the gauge screens along with any other input They can be rescaled from the 0 5v scale into Fahrenheit PSI Air Fuel ratios or whatever t
23. sor pre wired to accessory cable assumed NDashFrom the NDash Main Menu tap on Setup then Devices then Manager 1 A NDash typically comes in original packaging with analog sensors pre populated in the Device Manager If you do not see Analog Input in any of the driver slots a h then tap on an empty slot and tap Add Device 2 Use the lt or gt buttons at the top to find the Other heading Tap on Analog Input to highlight and tap Install Your analog channels ares now specified as a input in the Device Manager Signal names are Analog 1 Volts and Analog 2 Volts and can be assigned to any gauge to be viewed as voltage To understand how to scale the signal to a specific unit see the next section 13 LINEAR ANALOG DRIVER CORRECTION FACTOR AND CORRECTION OFFSET For this example we will assume we have a Zeitronix Zt 2 wideband AFR sensor connected to the Analog 1 input Tip For Zeitronix products that support it the Zeitronix digital serial output should be used with the nDash Zeitronix driver instead because it is more accurate and easier to configure than using the analog input This is just an example The documentation for the Zt 2 2006 describes it s analog output as follows LINEAR WIDEBAND OUTPUT AFR 2 V 9 6 1 4 SV ZEITRONIX We see the formula desired is
24. terms and conditions for the use of this product The installation of this product indicates the BUYER has read and understands this agreement and accepts its terms and conditions This agreement takes precedence DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY E Motion and its successors distributors jobbers and dealers hereafter SELLER shall in no way be responsible for the product s proper use and serviceability THE BUYER HEREBY WAIVES ALL LIABILITY CLAIMS The BUYER acknowledges that he she is not relying on the SELLER s skill or judgment to select or furnish goods suitable for any particular purpose and that there are no liabilities which extend beyond the description on the face hereof and the BUYER hereby waives all remedies or liabilities expressed or implied arising by law or otherwise including without any obligations of the SELLER with respect to fitness merchantability and consequential damages or whether or not occasioned by the SELLER s negligence The SELLER disclaims any warranty and expressly disclaims any liability for personal injury or damages The BUYER acknowledges and agrees that the disclaimer of any liability for person injury is a material term for this agreement and the BUYER agrees to indemnify the SELLER and to hold the SELLER harmless from any claim related to the item of the equipment purchased Under no circumstances will the SELLER be liable for damages or expenses by reason of use or sale of any such equipment The SELLER assumes n
25. tool devices including NDash Normal operation will resume once the device has been removed from the OBD II port INSTALLATION CABLE ROUTING The NDash OBD II cable must be routed so that it does not interfere with safe operation of the vehicle Cable routing tips e Find the OBD II connector first and work the cable to where NDash is to be mounted on the windshield e Route the NDash OBD II cable between interior panel grooves to hold the cable as well as conceal it e Use wire or zip ties to bundle any excess cable Cable routing Don ts e Don t let the cable dangle by your feet e Don t let the cable hang free e Keep the cable away from the steering wheel and any steering column controls ATTACHING WINDSHIELD MOUNT Mount the NDash on the windshield in a spot that does not obstruct the view of the road or in any way that interferes with the safe operation of the vehicle Mounting Suggestions e Mount the NDash as low to the dashboard as possible e Mounting to the left or in the middle works well e t may be illegal to mount the nDash on the windshield in some states SD MEMORY CARD Always insert and remove the memory card with the NDash powered off Insert the card with the gold connections facing towards the screen Press the card into the NDash until a click is heard If the card sticks out at all it has not been pushed in all the way To remove press the card in until a click is heard Release and the
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