10-inch universal dashboard

The 10-inch universal dashboard is designed in a rectangular case with rounded corners. Its external dimensions are 272x123x35mm for the 10-inch version and 325x145x35mm for the 12-inch version. The rear of the dashboard features four embedded M4 screw nuts for mounting.

Connectivity:

The dashboard utilizes two types of connectors:

  • Round 7-pin aviation-type XS-12 connector: For power and CAN bus.
  • Three standard 30cm USB cables: For connecting additional devices such as a joystick, GPS, ECU VEMS, or a flash drive for software updates and log resets. The USB devices can be connected in any order, and if needed, the cables can be extended using standard USB extenders.

Operation:

The dashboard powers on with the ignition (yellow wire). After turning off the ignition, it remains active for a user-defined interval before entering sleep mode with the display off. It can instantly wake up upon ignition. If the ignition signal isn’t detected within the set sleep time, the dashboard fully powers down. Disconnecting the main power (red wire, constant positive) during operation is not recommended.

Control:

A joystick manages the dashboard functions. Pressing the joystick enters the menu, and rotating it adjusts brightness.

CAN Bus Integration:

The CAN bus is used to receive data from ECUs that support it (e.g., LINK, ECUMASTER, STEALTHPCM, MAXXECU, MEGASQUIRT3, SPTRONIC, ABIT) and to connect additional modules that convert analog signals to CAN bus. This allows for three usage scenarios:

  1. Direct ECU Connection: The dashboard connects via CAN bus to the ECU and displays transmitted data.
  2. ECU and Analog Converter: The dashboard connects to both the ECU and an analog signal converter via CAN bus. In the SETTINGS-INPUTS menu, users can select the data source (ECU or converter) for each parameter. For example, water temperature can be read from the ECU, while oil temperature is obtained from an additional sensor connected to the converter. The converter also allows integration of standard sensors (fuel level, turn signals, headlights, etc.).
  3. Analog Converter Only: If the ECU doesn’t support CAN bus, the dashboard connects solely to the analog signal converter, which interfaces with all necessary sensors. The ECU provides only a pulse signal for the tachometer.

Main Displayed Parameters:

  1. Tachometer: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter’s standard tachometer signal (negative control). Calibration is possible based on the number of cylinders.
  2. Speedometer: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter’s pulse signal. Arbitrary calibration is possible. An external 10 Hz GPS receiver can also be used, enabling the display of a closed movement trajectory with speed color-coding on various sections.
  3. Coolant Temperature: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter. Supports DEFI (original and Chinese), DEPO (S3747-JPN), AEM, BOSCH, and BMW sensors. Arbitrary calibration isn’t supported. Additional sensors can be added if a resistance-temperature calibration table is available.
  4. Engine Oil Temperature: Similar to coolant temperature.
  5. Transmission Oil Temperature: Similar to coolant temperature.
  6. Engine Oil Pressure: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter. Supports any pressure sensors with a 0-5V output, including DEFI sensors, with arbitrary calibration possible.
  7. Fuel Pressure: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter. Supports any pressure sensors with a 0-5V output, including DEFI sensors, with arbitrary calibration possible.
  8. Differential Fuel Pressure: Calculated as the difference between intake pressure and fuel pressure.
  9. Boost Pressure: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter. Supports any pressure sensors with a 0-5V output, including DEFI sensors, with arbitrary calibration possible.
  10. Intake Air Temperature: Data is read from the ECU via CAN bus or from the analog converter. Supports GM sensors (Matiz, Chevy Niva). Arbitrary calibration isn’t supported. Additional sensors can be added if a resistance-temperature calibration table is available.