e-motion nGauge Instruction Manual

nGauge

Instruction Manual

v1.14

Table of Contents

List of Revisions ...................................................................................................................... 3

Important Notes ...................................................................................................................... 4

Pre-Installation Notice ............................................................................................................ 5

1 Installation ............................................................................................................................ 5

1.1 Cable Routing ................................................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Attaching Windshield Mount ........................................................................................................... 5

1.3 SD Memory Card .............................................................................................................................. 5

2 Basic Operation .................................................................................................................... 6

2.1 Menu Navigation .............................................................................................................................. 6

2.2 New Vehicle Setup/Find Signals ....................................................................................................... 6

3 Gauge Setup & Navigation ................................................................................................... 7

3.1 Navigating Gauges ............................................................................................................................ 7

3.2 Assign a Signal to a Gauge ................................................................................................................ 7

3.3 Change a Signal Display .................................................................................................................... 7

3.4 Set Gauge Low Warning / High Warning-Optional .......................................................................... 7

3.5 Set Minimum/Maximum/Scaling (Round Gauges Only) .................................................................. 8

3.6 Data Logger ...................................................................................................................................... 9

3.7 Using Zeitronix Products ................................................................................................................ 10

3.8 Data Logging in Gauges .................................................................................................................. 11

4 Diagnostic Code Reader ..................................................................................................... 12

5 Customizing Your nGauge .................................................................................................. 13

5.1 Installing Files From SD Card .......................................................................................................... 13

5.2 Installing Files From PC or MAC ..................................................................................................... 13

5.3 Adjusting Standard/Metric Units ................................................................................................... 14

5.4 Display Brightness .......................................................................................................................... 14

5.5 Default Power-up Screen ............................................................................................................... 14

5.6 Sleep/Wake Settings ...................................................................................................................... 14

5.7 Reset Settings ................................................................................................................................. 15

5.8 Touchscreen Calibration................................................................................................................. 15

6 nGauge Analog Inputs ........................................................................................................ 16

6.1 Connections and Wiring ................................................................................................................. 16

6.2 Analog Input Driver Setup .............................................................................................................. 16

7 Updating nGauge ................................................................................................................ 18

Appendices ............................................................................................................................ 19

Appendix A: Accessory Cable Pin Out .................................................................................................. 19

Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................... 21

LIST OF REVI SI ONS

Revision

Date

Chapters

Comments

1.9

2016-03-03

All

Initial Indexed Release

1.10

2016-03-29

All

Initial Release for website

1.11

2016-04-14

All

Corrected company name

1.12

2016-05-12

5.4, 5.6, 5.7

Added Sleep/Wake, and Reset Settings sections

1.13

2016-07-28

5.4, 3.4, 3.5

Added Round Gauge specifics

1.14

2017-09-27

5.8

Added Touch Calibration section

IMPORTANT NOTES

IMPORTANT!

THIS IS A HIGH PERFORMANCE PRODUCT, USE AT YOUR OWN RISK

Do not use this product until you have carefully read the following 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 no 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 nGauge 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 nGauge 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 tool

devices, including nGauge. Normal operation will resume once the device has been removed from the OBD II port.

PRE-INSTALLATION NOTICE

When reflashing the engine controller, we strongly recommend using an external battery charger or booster. If the battery voltage

gets too low during a reflash, your engine controller may be damaged, which can be time consuming and costly to repair.

1 INSTALLATION

1.1 CABLE ROUTING

The nGauge OBD II cable must be routed so that it does not interfere with safe operation of the vehicle.

Cable routing tips:

• Find the OBD II connector first and work the cable to where nGauge is to be mounted on the windshield.

• Route the nGauge OBD II cable between interior panel grooves to hold the cable as well as conceal it.

• Use wire or zip ties to bundle any excess cable.

Cable routing “Don’ts”

• Don’t let the cable dangle by your feet.

• Don’t let the cable hang free.

• Don’t allow the cable to be near the steering wheel and any steering column controls.

• Don’t mount the cable in a way that puts stress on the connector on the back of the nGauge. This includes routing the cable at

angles other than directly out the back of the mount. That connector can be broken off when too much physical force is applied. Any damage caused by improper cable routing is not covered under the nGauge limited warranty.

1.2 ATTACHING WINDSHIELD MOUNT

Mount the nGauge 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:

• Mount the nGauge as low to the dashboard as possible.

• Mounting to the left or in the middle works well.

• It may be illegal to mount the nGauge on the windshield in some states.

1.3 SD MEMORY CARD

Always insert and remove the memory card with the nGauge powered off.

Insert the card with the gold contacts facing towards the chrome ring. Press the card into the nGauge until a click is heard. If the card sticks out at all, it has not been pushed in all the way. Using the black plastic spudger eases installation and removal of the card.

To remove, press the card in until a click is heard. Release and the card will eject enough to grab it.

2 BASIC OPERATION

2.1 MENU NAVIG ATION

When nGauge first starts up, a splash screen will appear. It will take a few seconds to start up.

The [√] button advances the screen to the next menu.

The [x] button returns the screen to the previous or main menu.

The home screen contains Gauges, Tuning and Diagnostics tabs.

2.2 NEW VEHICLE SETUP/FIND SIGNALS

The nGauge has been designed to be used on most 1996 and newer OBD II vehicles. Vehicles to which the nGauge is connected, will typically offer a different set of parameters or signals available.

The New Vehicle setup:

1. Plug nGauge into the vehicle.

2. Turn the vehicle’s key to the on position. The engine does not need to be started.

3. From the nGauge main menu, Tap [Gauges], tap [connect].

4. Tap [Select the correct make and model for your vehicle].

5. Follow the on-screen instructions. When nGauge lists how many signals were found, nGauge has finished.

6. Tap the [√] button to confirm the selection once scanning has completed.

7. Repeat steps 1-6 every time nGauge is connected to a new vehicle.

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