Haltech E6A - Manual (Page 11)

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The Advanced Mode Features of the E6A
The E6A is designed to be easily programmed, but also be capable of being used on a wide
variety of applications. A typical E6A installation could be : 4, 6 or 8 cylinders,
turbo/supercharged or normally aspirated, distributed ignition (only one ignition output), and
possibly using Closed Loop Control and/or Idle Speed Control. The E6A will control this
‘typical’ engine without problem. It will also provide the ability to control some other features,
such as Turbo Wastegate Control, Thermofans, Torque Converter Clutch Lockup, etc. (For a
full list of Optional Outputs, see Chapter 16). This is what we would call a ‘Basic’ setup.
Of course there are some exceptions to this basic setup. One of the most obvious examples is
the Rotary engine. The ignition system for a Rotary is more complex than a piston engine.
There are also piston engines without distributors. These are known as Direct Fire engines.
They use multiple coils, either one for each plug or one for each pair of plugs. These are just a
couple of examples of non-basic setups. For the purposes of the E6A, we call these
‘Advanced’ setups.
The E6A can be programmed in either Basic or Advanced modes. The software is identical
for both, but in Advanced Mode, the special engine configurations can be employed. The table
below sets out what features are particular to the Advanced Mode. If your engine meets any of
the criteria, you should use the Advanced Mode when programming the E6A. If your engine
does not meet any of the criteria, programme in Basic Mode. The Advanced Mode will not
provide you with any extra abilities or features, but may only complicate some issues.
Setting the programming mode is described in Chapter 3 Engine Identification [4.1]. Once
the Advanced Mode is set when the PC is on line to the Haltech, it will not need to be switched
on again, even if you exit the program. When the programme is started, it will detect the mode
and use it accordingly. You will need to be aware of what mode you are using during
installation. If you are using Basic Mode, ignore any references to Advanced Mode settings.
The following features are available through the Advanced Mode.
Sequential Injection
Direct Fire Ignition
Rotary Engines
Twin Triggers
Twin Distributors
Multitooth Trigger Systems
The use of these features will be determined by your engine configuration. If your engine has
no distributor, for example, you will need to use Direct Fire. The sequential mode is optional.
If you have the hardware and the available outputs you can use sequential if you wish. All the
other features will be determined by your engine. If you need to use any of these features,
you should read Appendix B before you install the system to be fully aware of your
hardware and installation requirements.