MoTeC ADL EDL - Manual (Page 34)

32 Dash Manager Software
On line / Off line
All changes to the ADL configuration are performed ‘Off Line’, ie without the
PC communicating with the ADL. Once the configuration changes have been
made and saved to a file, they can be sent to the ADL which is an ‘On line’
process, ie the PC is communicating with the ADL.
Many other functions are also performed ‘On line’, for example, Get Logged
Data, Zero Sensors, Monitor Active channels etc.
To consolidate the Online concept, all on line activities are placed in the
‘Online’ Menu item. All other menu items perform Off Line activities.
Configuration
The configuration of the ADL determines exactly how it operates.
The strength of the ADL lies in its flexibility of configuration. All aspects of the
ADL 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, etc.
Configuration Files
The ADL configurations are stored in files on the PC hard disk and can be
sent to the ADL at any time.
When changing the configuration, changes are only made to the file on the
PC. The file must be sent to the ADL before the changes take affect.
Creating a New Configuration File
A new configuration file can be created by selecting File | New from the main
menu, this will create a new configuration based on one of a number of
predefined templates.
If using a MoTeC supplied wiring kit there will be a template supplied to suit
that kit. In general this template should be ready to use other than vehicle
dependent calibrations such as wheel speed. Items such as the Alarms and
Display setup should also be checked and modified if necessary to suit the
application.