MoTeC M1 Tune User Manual - Manual (Page 6)

User Manual
INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
With over 25 years of automotive knowledge, MoTeC has developed its next generation of ECUs
with modern vehicles and controlled category racing at its core. Advances in technology have
increased the demands on a vehicle's components, especially the ECU. This demand has
reached a point where managing the intricate details of each installation become vital in
providing the ultimate in performance.
The M1 series was conceived to provide highly optimised targeted firmware for each unique
installation. M1 is a platform where operational efficiency, advanced features and flexibility are
its primary objectives. At its core, M1 provides the ability to develop a suite of flexible and
tailored solutions (packages), making it ideal for any application (however complex) and
category management.
This new approach to engine management systems introduces new concepts, terminology and
workflows - though much of this will be familiar to experienced Engine tuners. The M1 Tune
software is the link between an M1 Packages and an M1 ECU.
Some basic M1 concepts & terminology will help you get started:
• An M1 ECU is configured using a "Package"
• An M1 Package is a collection of data for M1 firmware that primarily consists of:
− A copy of the appropriate M1 firmware and help text
− Calibration (tuning) data for the version of firmware
− Data logging configuration
− Workbooks (screen layouts for M1 Tune).
• Each M1 Package is targeted to a specific M1 ECU model (M130, M150 etc.)
• Each M1 Package includes help specific to its intended application
• Packages can be upgraded to new versions of the firmware as they become available
• M1 Tune is generic and can be used with any M1 Package or M1 ECU model
M1 Tune has the same look and feel as MoTeC's i2 analysis software and is used for the
configuration, analysis and calibration of M1 firmware. The application allows creation of
customizable screen layouts that make engine calibration easier and faster. The ability to add
and configure individual components allows Worksheets to be customised for each application.