Dyna Run V3' Software User Manual: Advanced Dyno Control Software
Dyna Run V3' Software User Manual: Advanced Dyno Control Software
Dyna Run V3' Software User Manual: Advanced Dyno Control Software
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Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION 1
COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS 2
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 2
DYNA PRO DRIVER INSTALLATION 6
STARTING DYNA RUN V3 FOR THE FIRST TIME 8
DYNAMOMETER OPERATION 58
IMPORTANT NOTICE 70
INDEX 71
Introduction
Welcome to the Dyna Pro Dynamometers Software manual for Dyna Run V3. Please carefully read the installation
instructions for this software before commencing with the actual software install.
This software manual gives the operator detailed information on program features, functions, menus and system
configurations, required for the operation of Dyna Run V3.
Please be aware that this is a general software manual covering all aspects of the Dyna Run V3 software, some of the
features, functions, menus and system configurations may not be available to the operator as result of those features
being specific to a particular model of Dynamometer.
Keep this reference manual in a convenient place, as it is a valuable reference source in the use of the Dynamometer.
To make reading and understanding this manual more convenient certain naming conventions have been used
throughout this publication.
NOTES The Note icon indicates a special point of notice for the operator.
The Caution icon indicates a potential hazard to the dynamometer equipment or to the vehicle
CAUTION!!! being tested. Follow all procedures exactly as they are described and use care when performing
all procedures.
The Warning icon indicates potential harm to the person performing a procedure and/or the
WARNING!!! dynamometer equipment.
‘Italic’ Italic hyphened items are names, processes and menu names.
Bold Highlighted, items that you can select on within the software, including buttons, menus,
Bold check boxes and radio buttons.
Technical Support
For technical support and assistance please contact Dyna Pro Dynamometers Ltd at +44 (0) 1256 363063 or an
appointed agent.
Dyna Pro Dynamometers Ltd can also be contacted by mail at Unit 18, Sherrington Way, Lister Road Industrial Estate,
Basingstoke, Hampshire. United Kingdom RG22 4DQ, or visit us on the world wide web at www.dynapro.co.uk, for the
latest product release and updates.
Software Installation
1. DO NOT connect the USB cable from the computer to the Dynamometer.
2. Insert the CD-ROM disc into your CD-ROM Drive.
Press Cancel if you wish to ‘Quit’ without installing ‘Dyna Run V3’.
1. Select Start
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Look for Add/Remove Programs and double-click.
4. Locate ‘Dyna Run V3’ and press the Remove Button.
Some anti-virus software may stop the software from installing, if this is the case please temporarily stop the anti virus
service during the install procedure.
For best performance from your Dyna Run V3 software please also remove virus file checking from the ‘Dyna Pro
Dynamometer’ directory and its sub folders.
If you have loaded Dyna Run V3 into the ‘Local Drive C:’ then it will be located under the ‘Program Files’ Folder.
‘Dyna Run V3’ comes with a stand alone graph viewing software package, that can be included with a customers ‘Dyno
Runs’ so that they can open and print ‘Dyno Runs’ from there own PC, if they are given there ‘Dyno Runs’ on a CD-ROM.
The ‘Dyna View Installer package’ Named ‘DynaView_Setup’ is located under „My Computer‟ > „Local Drive C:‟ >
„Program Files‟ > „Dyna Pro Dynamometers‟ > „Dyna View Software‟. Copy this file to the customers CD-ROM with there
‘Dyno Runs’.
NOTES DO NOT install ‘Dyna View V2’ onto your computer that is Running ‘Dyna Run V3’
1. Insert the CD-ROM, which you have burnt for them into there CD-ROM Drive.
2. Locate and double-click the ‘DynaView Setup’ file from their CD-ROM Drive Directory. (Normally the d:\ Drive)
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install ‘DynaViewV2’
Please note that ‘Dyno Run Notes’ cannot be modified if opening ‘Dyno Runs’ from the CD-ROM, If the customer wants to
modify ‘Run Notes’ etc they must copy the ‘Dyno Runs’ onto there PC.
For further Help or Instructions please contact Dyna Pro Dynamometers Ltd
Once the ‘Dyna Run V3’ software has been installed and the computer has been rebooted, connect the USB Cable from
the Dynamometer to a spare USB port, and switch on the Dynamometer.
NOTES The USB cable MUST NOT be plugged into a USB multi-port Hub.
Locate the ‘Drivers folder’ and press the ‘+’ box next to it.
Left click with the mouse the ‘Dyna Pro USB’ folder.
7. Drivers and software are now installed and are ready to run. Double-
click on the ‘Dyna Run V3’ icon on your Desktop.
8. Select the Model type, and accessories for your „Dyna Pro
Dynamometer’ and press OK I have Finished.
1. Select Start
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Look for Add/Remove Programs and double-click.
4. Locate ‘Dyna Pro USB Drivers’ and press the Remove Button.
Double-click on the ‘Dyna Run V3’ desktop ‘Icon’ or from Start > All Programs > Dyna Pro Dynamometers > Dyna Run
V3.
The „Welcome Language’ dialog box allows the operator to ‘Change the Language’, that
‘Dyna Run V3’ will use.
NOTES This dialog box may appear different, and with different languages to what is show
hear.
Press Select to ‘Save’ the language selection made, the ‘Dyna Pro System Selection’ dialog
menu will then be displayed.
CAUTION!!!
Double-click on the ‘Dyna Run V3’ desktop ‘Icon’ or from Start > All Programs >
Dyna Pro Dynamometers > Dyna Run V3, to start „Dyna Run V3‟
Shift Lights
Message Display
Digital Clock Display
Auxiliary Sensor
Displays
Atmospheric Display
NOTES Please be aware that some Functions, Menu Options and Graphic Displays shown above may not be available
on all Dynamometer Models.
The drop-down File Menu allows the operator to Open and Save „Dyno
Runs‟, as well as Exiting „Dyna Run V3‟.
Left mouse click on Open Dyno Run to show the ‘Open Dyno Run File’
dialog window.
Select the file you wish to view then click on the Open button.
There are also two other ‘Open File Dialog Modes’, which are
activated by the Show Notes button and the Show Graph
button.
‘Recent Files’
This Function allows the operator to ‘Save’ the name and any additional data for a
vehicle, which is about to be tested on the Dynamometer.
Left mouse click on Save Dyno Run As to open the „Dyno Run Save As’ dialog
window‟.
Select the folder you wish the ‘Dyno Run’ file to be saved in,
then enter a file name of your choice.
Once you press the Save button the following dialog box will be
displayed.
If you leave the Title field blank and press the ‘OK’ button
a message box will be displayed asking you to enter a ‘Title
Name’.
The ‘Import Run Notes’ dialog box looks and acts the same as the
‘Open Dyno Run File’ dialog window, but instead of opening a „Dyno
Run Test File’, when you ‘Click’ on the ‘Import’ button it will copy all
of the ‘Dyno Run File Information’ that you have selected into your
current ‘Dyno Run File Information’ window.
You can still change any of the data that is shown in the
‘Dyno Run File Information’ window.
‘Exit’
This function will end your session with ‘Dyna Run V3’, ‘Dyna Run V3’ will
terminate and you will be returned to your desktop screen.
The Quit button on the ‘Make Run Screen’ has the same function as
described above.
This function allows the operator to change the entire ‘Display Clock Properties’, show
or hide ‘Real Time’ Displays’ and enable and disable the ‘Tell Tail Needles’.
The operator also has the option to ‘Save’ or ‘Open’ the settings as ‘Custom Displays’
Left mouse click on Display Properties to show the file drop-down menu.
Left mouse click on Tachometer Clock Properties to show the ‘Tachometer Clock
Properties’ dialog window.
Display or Hide the Shift Lights, set individual Shift Light parameters.
The Quick Ignition Controls on the ‘Make Run Screen’ have the same
effect but are more limited on there ‘Pre Scaling’ functions.
Left mouse click on Speed Clock Properties to show the ‘Speed Clock Properties’
dialog window.
Display or Hide the Shift Lights, set individual Shift Light parameters.
Left mouse click on Air/Fuel Ratio Properties to show the ‘Air Fuel Ratio Properties’
dialog window.
Allow the operator to enter the correct Air/Fuel Ratio for a given fuel
(Petrol is 14.7:1). Note that this function will be ‘Greyed Out’ if set to
display in Statiometric.
CAUTION!!!
This table is for guidance only.
Exact engine requirements
must be found by
experimentation.
Left mouse click on Auxiliary Sensor Displays to show the ‘Auxiliary Sensor
Displays’ dialog window.
The Sensor Displays Properties dialog window allows the operator to select, which
‘Auxiliary Sensor Displays’ will be shown on the ‘Make Run Screen’.
The Show Real Time Graph function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand
side, the ‘Make Run Screen’ will display a ‘Digital Real Time Torque and Power
Display’, and will also show a ‘Real Time Power and Torque Graph Display’.
NOTES The ‘Real Time Graph’ will only work when the vehicle is moving. When the
vehicle stops moving the „Real Time Graph’ will reset.
Pressing button ‘A’ on the ‘Hand Controller’ once, will freeze the „Real Time Graph’,
pressing button ‘A’ for a second time will un-freeze the „Real Time Graph’.
Make Run Screen with „Real Time‟ on Make Run Screen with „Real Time‟ off
‘Tachometer On Left’
The Tachometer On Left Side function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left
hand side, the ‘Make Run Screen’ will display the ‘Tachometer Clock’ on the left hand
side of the ‘Make Run Screen’.
Deselecting this function will move the ‘Tachometer Clock’ to the right hand side of the
‘Make Run Screen’.
The Show Tell Tail Needles function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand
side, the ‘Tachometer Clock’ and the ‘Road Speed Clock’ will display green ‘Tell Tale
Needles’ at their peak speeds. These needles will remain on the ‘Display Clocks’ for
about 5 seconds before resetting themselves.
Deselecting this function will cancel the ‘Tell Tale Needles’ from being displayed.
The Show Odometer function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand side,
will display the following ‘Odometer’ dialog window.
Deselecting this function will cancel the ‘Odometer Dialog Window’ from being
displayed.
The ‘Odometer Dialog Window’ will log the distance travelled and the elapsed
time that the Dynamometer has been run for.
This function is useful for vehicle ‘Running-In’ to allow the operator to know
what distance and time the vehicle has been running for.
The Reset button will reset both the ‘Distance’ and the ‘Elapsed Time’ back
to zero.
The ‘Odometer Dialog Window’ can also be moved around the main screen by Left Mouse button and Drag in the top
Blue Bar.
The ‘Odometer’ will continue to log even if the ‘Odometer Dialog Window’ is not visible or closed.
The Save As Custom Display function, allows the operator to Save all of the above
display settings as a ‘Custom Display’, which can then be reloaded at a later date.
Left mouse click on Save As Custom Display to show the „Save As Custom Display’
dialog window.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
Select the folder you wish the ‘Custom Display’ to be saved in, then
enter a file name of your choice.
The Open Custom Display function, allows the operator to Open a previously ‘Saved
Custom Display’ file.
Left mouse click on Open Custom Display to show the „Open Custom Display’ dialog
window.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
‘Overview’
The Logger Settings drop-down menu allows the operator to control the way in which the vehicle being tested will be
‘Logged’ during the ‘Dyno Test’. For example the operator may wish to set the Logger Settings so that the vehicle will
only be logged from 6,000rpm to 13,000rpm when tested on the Dyno or the operator may wish to do the ‘Logging’
manually with the use of the ‘Hand Controller’.
This drop-down menu also allows the operator to test a vehicle in which an ‘ignition pulse’ could not be found, the
operator can calibrate for an ignition pulse (engine speed) by using the vehicle tachometer, an external tachometer or a
know ‘Ratio’.
The operator can also Save all the logger settings as a ‘Custom Logger Settings’ file, which can then be reloaded at a
later date.
The operator also has the option to Save or Open the settings as ‘Custom
Displays’.
Left mouse click on Display Properties to show the file drop-down menu.
‘Manual Start/Finish’
The Manual Start/Finish function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand
side.
This logging mode allows the operator to manually ‘Start’ and ‘Stop’ the ‘Data
Logging Mode’, by the use of the ‘OK’ button on the ‘Hand Controller’.
The Fixed Start and Finish function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left
hand side.
This logging mode allows the operator to automatically ‘Start’ and ‘Stop’ the ‘Data
Logging Mode’, by the use of ‘Engine Speed’ or ‘Road Speed’.
When this option is selected a Fixed Start and Finish dialog box will be displayed
for the operator to adjust the logging parameters.
‘Timed Run’
This function is not operational, contact Dyna Pro Dynamometers Ltd for more
information.
This function is not operational, contact Dyna Pro Dynamometers Ltd for more
information.
The Fixed Ratio Gear Run function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left
hand side.
Fixed Ratio Gear Run Mode is only used when an ignition pulse cannot be
found on the vehicle being tested, or to get to the ignition cables (Low
tension or High tension) requires dismantling of the vehicle.
This function is used in combination with Manual Gear Ratio Input, Tachometer
Gear Ratio Input, Recalculate Gear Ratios and Clear all Fixed Gear Ratios.
The operator will be prompted on the ‘Message Display’ window on the ‘Make Run
Screen’ about what to do next.
The Multi Gear Run function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand side.
The Multi Gear Run function is the default system setting for the data
logging, The function is used for both Single Gear Runs and Multi Gear
Runs. This function will always be used if the ignition pick-up clip is being
used on the vehicle.
The operator will be prompted on the ‘Message Display’ window on the ‘Make Run
Screen’ about what to do next.
The operator will be prompted on the ‘Message Display’ window on the ‘Make
Run Screen‟ about what to do next.
The Manual Gear Ratio Input function, can be used if the ‘Engine Speed / Rear
Wheel Speed Ratio’ is already know. Selecting this function will then display the
‘Manual Gear Ratio Input’ dialog box.
Enter the value for Engine Speed / Rear Wheel Speed Ratio into the data box.
Once the operator has entered the Engine Speed / Rear Wheel Speed
Ratio, the Ratio will then be shown.
The Tachometer Gear Ratio Input function requires the operator to hold the vehicle at a know ‘Engine Speed’ on the
Dynamometer, in the ‘Gear’ that the ‘Dyno Test’ will be performed in. The Dynamometer will, when the operator presses
the ‘OK’ button on the ‘Hand Controller’ calculate the ratio between ‘Engine Speed’ and ‘Rear Wheel Speed’; this then
allows the operator to operate the Dynamometer without the use of the ‘Ignition Pick-up Sensor’.
The Tachometer Gear Ratio Input function, is used to calculate the ‘Engine
Speed / Rear Wheel Speed Ratio’ against a know ‘Engine Speed’. The known
engine speed can be from the vehicles own Tachometer or from an external
Tachometer if available.
Selecting this function will then display the ‘Tachometer Gear Ratio Input’ dialog
box.
Enter the value for ‘Engine Speed’ into the data box.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
The operator will be prompted on the ‘Message Display’ window on the ‘Make
Run Screen’ about what to do next.
Once the operator has calibrated for ‘Fixed Ratio Gear Run’ mode, the
‘Ratio’ will then be shown.
This function is only used in ‘Fixed Ratio Gear Run’ mode, to Clear all Fixed Gear
Ratios.
Selecting this function will also change the Logger Settings from Fixed Ratio
Gear Run mode back to Multi Gear Run.
This function is only used with the ‘EBK’ range of Dyna Pro Dynamometers. With
all other Dynamometer Models, this function will be ‘Greyed Out’.
This function allows the operator to enter the Rear Wheel Diameter, so that the
‘Make Run Screen’ can display the correct ‘Road Speed’.
Selecting this function will then display the ‘Rear Wheel Parameters’ dialog box.
Enter the value for Rear Wheel Diameter into the data box. The
operator can also select if to use ‘mm’ or ‘inches’ for the measure
value.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
This function is only used with the ‘EBK’ range of Dyna Pro Dynamometers. With
all other Dynamometer Models, this function will be ‘Greyed Out’.
This function allows the operator to enter the Engine and Axle Sprocket size, so
that the ‘Make Run Screen’ can display the correct ‘Engine Speed’.
Selecting this function will then display the ‘Engine / Axle Sprocket Data’ dialog
box.
Enter the value for Engine Sprocket Size and Axle Sprocket Size
into the data boxes. The operator is also informed of the final ‘Gear
Ratio’.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
The Save Setting As Custom function, allows the operator to ‘Save’ all of the
above logger settings as a ‘Custom Log File’, which can then be reloaded at a later
date.
Left mouse click on Save Settings As Custom to show the „Save As Custom Log
Mode’ dialog window.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
Select the folder you wish the ‘Custom Log File’ to be saved in, then
enter a file name of your choice.
The Open Custom Log Setting function, allows the operator to ‘Open’ a
previously ‘Saved’, ‘Custom Log’ file.
Left mouse click on Open Custom Log Setting to show the „Open Custom Log
Settings’ dialog window.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
Press Open to ‘Load the Custom Log Settings’ file or Cancel to exit
without opening any file.
Left mouse click on Graphing Properties to show the file drop-down menu.
‘Overview’
The Graphing Properties drop down menu allows the operator the ability to configure how the ‘Dyna View V2’ graphs
will be initially displayed when opened. Please refer to the ‘Dyna View V2’ software manual for the functions, features and
options available to use. Almost every function and option can be pre-configured.
1. Graph Set-up (After Dyno Run), this is how the graph will be displayed after the operator has just finished a
‘Dyno Run’, and has pressed the ‘OK’ button on the ‘Hand Controller’ to display the graphs.
2. Graph Set-up (Manual Open), this is how the graph will be displayed if the operator ‘Opens’ a ‘Dyno Run File’
manually, as explained earlier in this manual.
The Graph Set-up (After Dyno Run) function, allows the operator to change
the way the graph will be displayed after the operator has just finished a ‘Dyno
Run’, and has pressed the ‘OK’ button on the ‘Hand Controller’ to display the
graphs.
Left mouse click on Graph Set-up (After Dyno Run) to show the „Dyna Pro
Graph Post Run Set-up’ screen.
Select the drop down menu File, then select Exit to leave the „Dyna Pro Graph Post Run Set-up’ screen, the operator can
also press the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right corner. When ‘Exiting’ this screen the operator will be prompted if they wish to
‘save these settings as defaults’.
The Graph Set-up (Manual Open) function, this is how the graph will be
displayed if the operator ‘Opens’ a ‘Dyno Run File’ manually, as explained earlier
in this manual.
Left mouse click on Graph Set-up (Manual Open) to show the „Dyna Pro Graph
Manual Open Set-up’ screen.
Left mouse click on Climate Monitor to show the file drop-down menu.
‘Overview’
The Climate Monitor drop-down menu allows the operator to configure or adjust the climate values. There are two
modes of operation; the first mode is fully automatic using the ‘Dyna Pro Auto Climate Monitor’. In this mode all climatic
conditions are monitored electronically. The second mode of operation is a ‘Manual Mode’; in this mode the operator must
enter the values for Temperature, Air Pressure and Humidity, manually. The repeatability of all ‘Dyno Runs’ can be very
dependent on the weather conditions.
Left mouse click on Climate Properties to show the „Climate Control’ dialog
box.
‘Automatic’
Placing a Tick in the Enable Auto Climate Monitor check box enables the
system to operate with the ‘Dyna Pro Auto Climate Monitor’.
This configuration is fully automatic, and once set the operator can forget about
this dialog control box.
The Manual Input Data text boxes will become ‘Greyed Out’.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
‘Manual’
If the Tick is removed from the Enable Auto Climate Monitor check box, then
the system will operate in ‘Manual’ mode.
The operator must enter the correct climatic conditions into the Manual Input
Data text boxes, from their own Barometer.
Every time the operator starts ‘Dyna Run V3’, they will be prompted on the
‘Message Display’ of the ‘Make Run Screen’ to enter the new climatic
conditions.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
Left mouse click on Sensor Set-up to show the file drop-down menu.
‘Overview’
The Sensor Set-up drop-down menu allows the operator to add additional ‘Sensors’ to the system, for example
‘Thermocouple Sensors’, ‘Pressure Sensors’, ‘Tyre Temperature Sensors’, ‘Multiple Air/Fuel System’, ‘Throttle Position
Sensors’, etc.
It will also allow the operator the ability to set-up ‘Upper and Lower’ limits on each of the sensor channels, and also to
allow the operator to ‘Calibrate’ sensors if required.
As standard there are ‘12 Auxiliary Operator Sensor Channels’ of which all have 0-5 Volt inputs. These sensor channels
are visible on the front panel of the ‘Dynamometers Data Acquisition Unit’, there are the 3 socket marked as ‘Expansion
Port A / B & C’ each of these 3 sockets have 4 individual sensor inputs. As the operator adds and configures ‘Sensor
Channels’, they will automatically become displayed on the ‘Make Run Screen’.
Left mouse click on Aux Sensor Set-up to show the „Auxiliary Sensor Set-up’
dialog box.
Lastly, select from the Units drop-down menu to select what type of engineering units will be displayed for each individual
channel. If the Units menu is left blank or with ‘Select’ written in it, then an error message will be given when trying to
Save & Exit the dialog box.
When the operator has finished configuring all of the required ‘Sensor Channels’, select the File drop-down menu from
the top left corner of the dialog box and then select Save, Save & Exit or Quit.
If you have selected Save & Exit then this message box will be
displayed, press Yes to save and exit.
If you have selected Quit or the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right corner, then
this message box will be displayed, press Yes to exit without saving.
If when exiting the „Auxiliary Sensor Set-up’ dialog box, there are any error are found with ‘Data Channel Names’, ‘Units’,
etc then a message box will appear informing the operator of what error was encounter. The operator will not be able to
exit the „Auxiliary Sensor Set-up’ dialog box until it has become error free.
There may also be a message displayed to the operator when exiting, that one of more of the ‘Sensors’ or ‘Interface units’
may need to be externally calibrated before use, for example the ‘Throttle Position Sensor’. See ‘Aux Sensor Operator
Calibration’ later in this section for how to perform this calibration.
Left mouse click on Aux Sensor Limits to show the „Sensor Limits’ dialog box.
‘Upper Limit’ and a ‘Lower Limits’, when exceeded are made visually
noticeable on the ‘Make Run Screen’. See below for visuals.
Enter the Upper Limit and a Lower Limit into each ‘Sensor
Channel’ and Tick the Active check box to enable this function.
When the operator has finished configuring all of the required ‘Sensor
Limits’, select the File drop-down menu from the top left corner of the
dialog box and then select Save & Exit or Exit.
If you have selected Save & Exit then this message box will be displayed,
press Yes to save and exit.
If you have selected Exit or the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right corner, then
this message box will be displayed, press Yes to exit without saving.
Left mouse click on Aux Sensor User Calibration to show the ‘Auxiliary Sensor
User Calibration’ dialog box.
The ‘Auxiliary Sensor Operator Calibration’ dialog box shows the operator,
which ‘Sensors Channels’ are ‘Pre-Set’ and which need to be ‘Manually
Calibrated’.
Each of the ‘12 Auxiliary Operator Sensor Channels’ will be shown in this
dialog box, most ‘Sensors’ will be ‘Pre-Set’ with reference to their
calibration status, but some ‘Sensors’ may need to be manually calibrated,
for example the ‘Throttle Position Sensor’.
Proceed to calibrate the ‘Throttle Position Sensor’ by left mouse click on the
Calibrate button for the ‘Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)’ channel, this will
then show the ‘Operator Calibration Data’ dialog box.
If you have selected Exit or the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right corner, before
‘Calibrating’ all of the ‘Sensor Channels’ that needed to be ‘Manually
Calibrated’, then this message box will appear warning the operator that they
have not ‘Calibrated all of the Sensor Channels’.
The ‘Operator Calibration Data’ dialog box, allows the operator to ‘Manually
Calibrate’ an individual ‘Sensor Channel’. In this example we will use ‘Throttle
Position Sensor (TPS)’ channel.
1. With the vehicle throttle ‘Fully Closed’ press the Get Position button
for the ‘Get Lower Position’ heading. This will automatically update the
‘Text Box’ with the ‘Lower Calibration Value’.
2. With the vehicle throttle ‘Fully Open’ press the Get Position button for
the ‘Get Upper Position’ heading. This will automatically update the
‘Text Box’ with the ‘Upper Calibration Value’.
Enter the values for how this ‘Channels’ data readings will be displayed, for
example with the ‘Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)’ channel, the operator would
want to have ‘0%’ shown when the throttle was fully closed and ‘100%’ when
the throttle was fully opened.
When the operator has finished ‘Calibrating’ this ‘Sensor Channel’, select the
File drop-down menu from the top left corner of the dialog box and then select
Save & Exit or Cancel.
If you have selected Cancel or the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right corner, then
this message box will be displayed, press Yes to exit without saving.
The operator will now be returned to the „Auxiliary Sensor Operator Calibration’ dialog box, if more ‘Sensor Data
Channels’ need to be ‘Calibrated’ then repeat the above procedure, else the operator can Save & Exit.
NOTES This Air/Fuel Calibration function is only used to calibrate the older Air/Fuel Units (DP-AF-1000 & DP-AF-2000).
It must not be used to calibrate the new Digital Air/Fuel Units.
This manual will not go into much detail on the calibration of these older units.
Left mouse click on Air/Fuel (Lambda) Calibration to show the „Sensor Lambda
Calibration’ dialog box.
1. Open Comm.’s Port from the drop down menu select the
comm.‟s port to use, normal comm.‟s 3 or comm.‟s 4.
2. Once the unit has been found and connected press the
Calibrate button.
3. When the unit has calibrated press the Update button and
then the Save & Exit button.
Left mouse click on Engineering Mode to show the file drop-down menu.
‘Overview’
The Engineering Mode drop down menu allows the operator to change ‘Machine Configuration’, ‘Calibrate’ the
Dynamometer and allows other day-to-day operations to be carried out. It also allows the operator to Import and Export
system files, which can be used when upgrading computers or used for ‘Fault Diagnostics’.
If there are ‘Cooling Air Fans’ installed onto the system then the
Cooling Air Fans check box must be Ticked.
Left mouse click on Run Down Calibration to initiate the ‘Run Down
Calibration’ procedure.
Press the ‘OK’ button when ready, and wait for instructions to be
displayed on the ‘Make Run Screen’ in the ‘Message Display’
window.
Engage the ‘Starter Motor’ by pressing the Starter button on the ‘Hand
Controller’; keep pressing the Starter button until the ‘Road Speed’ is
above the displayed ‘Calibration Speed’ in the ‘Message Display’ window.
Once the ‘Road Speed’ is greater than the ‘Calibration Speed’ shown,
press the ‘OK’ button to proceed with the calibration, or press the Select
button to ‘Abort’ the Calibration.
When the ‘Road Speed’ becomes smaller than the ‘Calibration Speed’ the
‘Message Display’ window will show ‘Calibrating Bearing Torque Please
Wait’, there will also be a ‘Progress Bar’ displayed.
Once the calibration has been completed the following message will be
displayed, showing the new frictional losses of the system.
NOTES That the Torque values shown here are not proportional to the
Torque figures shown when testing a vehicle on the Dynamometer.
NOTES If the operator does not perform a Run Down Calibration for an extended period of time, then a ‘Message Box’
will be displayed when starting the ‘Dyna RunV3’ software of this fact.
Left mouse click on Enter Rear Wheel Diameter to show the „Rear Wheel
Parameters’ dialog box.
The „Rear Wheel Parameter’ dialog box allows the operator to enter the
Rear Wheel Diameter of the vehicle about to be ‘Tested’.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
Left mouse click on Enter / Calculate Rear Wheel Inertia to show the
„Enter / Calculate Rear Wheel Inertia’ dialog box.
The „Enter / Calculate Rear Wheel Inertia’ dialog box allows the operator
to enter or calculate the ‘Rear Wheel Inertia’ of the vehicle about to be
‘Tested’.
Press Save & Exit when completed or Cancel to exit without saving.
It is advisable, once you have your system configured and set-up, to Export the System Data, if in the advent of a
‘Computer’ failure or ‘Hard Drive’ failure it will become quick and simple to reset-up the ‘Dyna Run V3’ software and all of
the configuration files for the Dynamometer.
It is also advisable to keep a copy of this file away from the computer, for example on a ‘Floppy Disk’ or a ‘CD-Rom’.
Left mouse click on Export System Data to show the „Export System Data’
dialog box.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
Select the folder you wish the ‘System Data File’ to be saved in, then
enter a file name of your choice.
If the operator has pressed the Save button then the following message will be displayed if
the ‘System Files’ exported successfully.
CAUTION!!!
This function allows the operator to Import a System Data File. Use this
function with caution as the operator can corrupt their ‘System Data’.
Left mouse click on Import System Data to show the „Import System Data’
dialog box.
This dialog box is a standard Microsoft Windows dialog box; you can
change folders, create folders, rename files, and change directories
etc.
If the operator has selected to ‘Open and Import’ the file, the
following message box will be displayed asking the operator to
confirm that they wish to ‘Import System Configuration Data’.
Click on the ‘Dyna Run V3’ desktop icon to restart ‘Dyna Run V3’.
This function allows the operator to ‘Change the Language’, that ‘Dyna
Run V3’ will use.
The „Welcome Language’ dialog box allows the operator to ‘Change the Language’, that
‘Dyna Run V3’ will use.
NOTES This dialog box may appear different, and with different languages to what is show
hear.
Press Select to ‘Save’ the language selection made or the Red ‘X’ Box in the top right
corner to ‘Quit’ without ‘Saving’.
This function allows the operator to ‘Migrate Dyno Run Files’ that were
created before the software release of version 3.2.0
Left mouse click on Run File Migration (Prior to Version 3.2.0) to show
the „Migration’ dialog box.
The Technician will read back to the operator a ‘Password’, please enter this password
carefully, and press the ‘OK’ button when asked to do so.
The technician will guide the operator further once they are ‘Logged In’.
The ‘In brackets’ part tells the operator what units have been selected, i.e.
Metric, SAE, Japanese, or Custom settings.
If you prefer to work in the Units that suit you then, from each of
the headings pull down the drop-down menu and select the
Units you require.
When you have finished click on the Save & Exit button.
‘Overview’
The Dyna Pro Dynamometer if fitted with a ‘Load-Cell’ can perform both ‘Sweep Testing and Steady State Testing’, the
‘Load-Cell’ is also equipped with a ‘Torque Measuring Device’ and an „Infrared Temperature Sensor’ both of which are
standard fitments on all Dyna Pro Dynamometers. The reason for these items being standard is that they are key to the
system operation of the ‘Load Cell’, all Dyna Pro Dynamometers use ‘Closed Loop Feedback Techniques’ to accurately
control the ‘Load-Cell’.
The Load-Cell Configuration drop-down menu controls, configures and calibrates all of the ‘Load-Cell’ functions. There
are several modes of operation, ‘Manual or Automatic’, and within these modes of operation there are several different
ways in which the load can be applied, these are as follows: -
1. ‘Static or Fixed Load’ this will apply a constant load to the Dynamometer, for example 10 ft/lb‟s regardless of what
the ‘Road Speed’ is. This type of testing is commonly referred to as ‘Sweep Testing’.
2. ‘Linear Load’ this will apply a load of which will increase with ‘Road Speed’, for example for every 10 mph
increase in road speed, the load will increase by 3 ft/lb‟s. This type of testing is commonly referred to as ‘Sweep
Testing’.
3. ‘Speed Squared Load’ this will apply a load of which will increase exponentially with ‘Road Speed’, this type of
load is commonly referred to as ‘Wind Resistance’. This type of testing is commonly referred to as ‘Sweep
Testing’.
4. ‘Holding Loads’, these are loads that are applied to the Dynamometer to hold the vehicle being tested at a
constant ‘Road Speed’ or ‘Engine Speed’, regardless of what power the vehicle is producing, this type of testing
is commonly referred to as ‘Steady State Testing’.
The ‘Load-Cell’ can also perform an ‘Auto Deceleration’ at the end of a Dyno Test, ‘Auto Deceleration’ will only work after
a ‘Logged Dyno Test’ has been completed. At the end of the Dyno Test the ‘Auto Deceleration’ function will be applied
and will automatically slow the vehicle down to the point at which the operator started the ‘Logged Dyno Test’. This
feature can be enabled or disabled.
The 4 control indicators in the top right of the ‘Make Run Screen’ show the
operator which functions are operational, or which mode of operation the
‘Load-Cell’ is in.
The Brake Assist indicator shows the operator if the ‘Air Brake’ System will be used for ‘Braking’ along with the ‘Load-
Cell’.
‘Operational Settings’
Load-Cell Operational, Enables or Disables the entire Load-Cell.
Manual Load Control Active, Allows the operator to manually control the
‘Load’ applied by the ‘Load-Cell’ from the ‘Hand Controller’.
‘Auto Deceleration’
‘Auto Deceleration’, Enables or Disables the Auto Deceleration function.
NOTES that the ‘E-Brake’ or ‘Emergency Brake’ will always apply the ‘Air Brake’ System‟
Percentage Load on Braking, This refers to the ‘Red E-Brake Button’ on the ‘Hand Controller’ and allows the operator to
specify how much ‘Load’ is applied to the ‘Load-Cell’ when this button is pressed.
‘Overview’
Calibration of the ‘Load-Cell’ is critical to its operation and accuracy. There are 2 steps to the calibration. First the ‘Load-
Cell’ must be ‘Zeroed’; and then secondly the ‘Load-Cell’ must be calibrated.
The second step of calibration requires the use of ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ and the supplied ‘Check Weights’ that was
supplied with the Dynamometer; this calibration checks that the ‘Measured Load Range’ is correct.
It is recommended that the Dynamometer should be ‘Zeroed’ on a daily basis (Step 1), and that the ‘Measured Load
Range’ should be calibrated once per month (Step 2).
It is also recommended that the ‘Calibrations’ be carried out at the start of the working day before the Dynamometer is
used.
CAUTION!!!
Treat the ‘Check Weights’ with care and ONLY use the ‘Check Weights and Hanger’ that was supplied with the
Dynamometer. DO NOT cut, modify or shorten the ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ in any way, as this will lead to highly
inaccurate calibration.
CAUTION!!!
Be aware that the ‘Check Weights’ are heavy; please observe normal lifting precautions, when handling the ‘Check
Weights’.
NOTES The ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ and the ‘Check Weights’ are NOT
used in this ‘Calibration’.
Insert the ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ into the back of the ‘Load-Cell’ and
then apply the ‘Check Weights’ to the end of the ‘Calibration Torque
Arm’.
Wait for the Display to ‘Stabilize’ before pressing the Calibrate button.
Once the ‘Calibration’ is complete remove the ‘Check Weights’ and then
the ‘Calibration Torque Arm’.
WARNING!!!
The Dynamometer must never be operated when the ‘Check Weights’
and the ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ are inserted into the ‘Load-Cell’.
‘Auto Deceleration’
‘Overview’
The Step-Test function allows the operator to perform a series of ‘Steady State Tests’ that will performed at fixed
intervals for either ‘Road Speed’ or ‘Engine Speed’. These ‘Tests’ are performed according to the data that the operator
has entered into the ‘Step Test Data Properties’ dialog box.
For Example: The operator wants to perform a ‘Step Test’ starting at 5,000rpm and then ‘Holding’ at 5,000rpm for a
period of 1.5 Seconds, once completed at 5,000rpm the system will then ‘Step’ by 1,000rpm and then ‘Hold’ at 6,000rpm
for 1.5 seconds. This ‘Stepping’ process will continue until 9,000rpm of which was the operators finishing ‘Engine Speed’.
NOTES The ‘Load-Cell’ will become ‘Off-Line’ or ‘Disengaged’ if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Step-Test to show the ‘Step Test Data Properties’
dialog window.
Once the operator has clicked on the Save & Exit button from
above, then the ‘Real Time Power & Torque Graph’ will be replaced
by the ‘Eddy-Brake Controller Display’.
This display informs the operator about the current status of the
‘Step-Test’ procedure.
NOTES The ‘Load-Cell’ will become ‘Off-Line’ or ‘Disengaged’ if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Hold At…. to show the ‘Hold At Data’ properties dialog
window.
Once the operator has clicked on the Save & Exit button from
above, then the ‘Real Time Power & Torque Graph’ will be replaced
by the ‘Eddy-Brake Controller Display’.
This display informs the operator about the current status of the
‘Hold At’ test procedure.
NOTES The ‘Load-Cell’ will become ‘Off-Line’ or ‘Disengaged’ if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Sweep Load (Linear) to show the ‘Sweep Load –
Linear’ properties dialog window.
The ‘Sweep Load (Linear)’ function applies a ‘Linear Load’ to the vehicle
being tested.
The new ‘Load’ will be shown on the ‘Pop-Up’ display. Each time
the operator presses the buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’, the ‘Load’
will increase or decrease by 0.5%.
NOTES All ‘Loads’ are cancelled if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Sweep Load (Speed Squared) to show the ‘Sweep
Load – Speed Squared (Wind Resistance)’ properties dialog window.
The ‘Sweep Load (Speed Squared)’ function applies a ‘Non Linear Load’ to
the vehicle being tested. The load will increase by the Square of the Speed,
commonly known as ‘Wind Drag or Wind Resistance’.
The operator can also adjust the maximum ‘Load’ while performing
the ‘Sweep Load (Speed Squared)’ test by pressing the Increase or
Decrease buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’.
The new ‘Load’ will be shown on the ‘Pop-Up’ display. Each time
the operator presses the buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’, the ‘Load’
will increase or decrease by 0.5%.
NOTES All ‘Loads’ are cancelled if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Fixed Load Control to show the ‘Fixed Load
Resistance’ properties dialog window.
The ‘Fixed Load Control’ function applies ‘A Static Load from a Specific
Speed’ to the vehicle being tested.
The operator can also adjust the maximum ‘Load’ while performing
the ‘Fixed Load Control’ test by pressing the Increase or Decrease
buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’.
The new ‘Load’ will be shown on the ‘Pop-Up’ display. Each time
the operator presses the buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’, the ‘Load’
will increase or decrease by 0.5%.
NOTES All ‘Loads’ are cancelled if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
This function allows the operator to ‘Manually Control’ a ‘Static Load’ from
the Increase or Decrease buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’.
Left mouse click on Manual Load Control to enable the ‘Manual Load
Control’.
When the operator presses the Increase or Decrease buttons on the ‘Hand Controller’,
the new ‘Static Load’ will be shown on the ‘Eddy-Brake Load’ display, every time the
operator presses the buttons the ‘Load’ will increase or decrease by 0.5% or 1%.
Also if the operator presses button ‘B’ on the ‘Hand Controller’ then this will also cancel
the ‘Load’ (0%).
NOTES All ‘Loads’ are cancelled if the ‘Road Speed’ becomes less than 5mph (8kph).
Left mouse click on Cancel All Load Modes to cancel all ‘Load Mode
Operations’.
The ‘Load-Cell’ is fitted with an „Infrared Temperature Sensor’ if the temperature of the ‘Load-Cell’ exceeds it first
temperature ‘Trip Point’ then the following message will be displayed on the ‘Make Run Screens Message Display’.
This reduction in the ‘Load-Cell’ will remain in place until the temperature has fallen to bellow the first ‘Trip Point’.
If the ‘Load-Cell’ temperature continues to increase, and then exceeds it second temperature ‘Trip Point’ then the
following message will be displayed on the ‘Make Run Screens Message Display’, this message informs the operator that
the maximum ‘Load-Cell’ temperature has now been exceeded, and that the ‘Load-Cell’ will be „Shutting Down’ in the
displayed amount of seconds. The ‘Load-Cell’ will not come back ‘On Line’ until the temperature has fallen to below the
first ‘Trip Point’.
‘Status Bar’
The Status Bar function, if selected, indicated by a Tick to the left hand
side, will display a ‘Status Bar’ along the bottom of the ‘Make Run Screen’.
Left mouse click on any of the Manuals, Brochures or Parts Lists to open
the PDF files.
‘About’
Left mouse click on About, to show the ‘Software and Hardware Version
Information’.
Key strokes are a convenient way to navigate around the software without the need for using the mouse. The ‘Dyna Run’
and ‘Dyna View’ software both accept the use of key strokes for all common tasks.
Dialog windows, Message Boxes, Menu‟s, etc have also got further controls;
‘Tab’ Key Pressing the ‘Tab’ Key will move the Data Cursor position to the next logical input box.
‘Return’ Key Pressing the ‘Return’ Key will has the same effect as press the OK button, Save and Exit Button.
‘Escape’ Key Pressing the ‘Escape’ Key within any dialog window will close the window without saving any data that
you have entered.
F1 Help
F2 Step Test Properties
F3 Hold At Properties
F4 Sweep Linear Properties
F5 Sweep Squared Properties
F6 Fixed Load Properties
F7 Manual Load Properties
F9 Load Cell Set-up Menu
F11 Auto-Deceleration (Enable / Disable)
F12 Cancel all Load Modes
F1 Help
F2 Open Graph
F3 Clear All Graph Data
F4 Remove Selected Graph Data
F5 Selected Graph Properties
F6 Area Properties Menu
F7 Area Annotations (Enable / Disable)
F8 Air Fuel Display Menu
F9 Air Fuel Annotations (Enable / Disable)
F11 Climate Warning Menu
F12 Exit
Key Legend Strips for 4x3 and 3x4 function key arrangements.
Please insure that all Dynamometer operators fully read and understand the Health & Safety implications of
using Dynamometers to themselves and to others.
CAUTION!!!
Using the vehicle‟s rear brake to stop the drum, can severely over heat the rear brake parts. The dynamometers brakes
should always be used to slow the vehicle and drum to a full stop at any speed. The vehicle‟s brake should only be used
in an emergency.
WARNING!!!
When the vehicle is operating the exhaust system will become very hot. To avoid serious injury or damage, do not touch
or allow anything to come in contact with the exhaust system.
WARNING!!!
The dynamometer should be located in a well-ventilated area. There is always a carbon monoxide hazard associated with
all internal combustion engines. Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness or even death.
The exhaust extraction system must be in place, and working before starting the vehicle.
WARNING!!!
Always wear protective clothing, ear protection, and eye protection (goggles, safety glasses) when using and servicing
the dynamometer.
WARNING!!!
Never allow any person(s) to stand behind the Dynamometer or vehicle when it is in operation. Only the dynamometer
operator should be near the dynamometer when in operation. Keep person(s) inside the dynamometer test area to an
absolute minimum.
WARNING!!!
Always check tyres for stones and foreign objects and remove from tyre before vehicle testing.
Always check the condition of the chain, and ensure that it is in sound condition before vehicle testing.
Exercise care with any dynamometer testing; portions of the dynamometer and vehicle may become hot.
As with any equipment using electricity and having moving parts, there are potential hazards. To use this dynamometer
safely, the operator should become familiar with the instructions for operation of the dynamometer and always exercise
care when using it.
‘Overview’
It is simple and easy to produce consistent and accurate „Dyno Runs‟ with your Dyna Pro Dynamometer and the „Dyna
Run V3‟ software.
The „Dyna Run V3‟ software will try to help you along the way by displaying messages and information on the „Make Run
Screens Message Display‟, the „Status Bar‟ at the bottom of the „Make Run Screen‟ and the „Make Run Screens Log
Mode Display‟.
WARNING!!!
The dynamometer should be located in a well-ventilated area. There is always a carbon monoxide hazard associated with
all internal combustion engines. Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness or even death.
The exhaust extraction system must be in place, and working before starting the vehicle.
Switch On and Reset the Load Cell or Eddy Brake (if fitted).
Switch On any associated equipment, Gas analyzers etc, and calibrate if required.
Or
Select ‘Start’ > ‘All Programs’ > ‘Dyna Pro Dynamometers’ > ‘Dyna Run V3’.
The Dynamometer Calibration should be performed on a regular basis; it is recommended that the Dynamometer should
be calibrated before testing any vehicles.
Run Down Calibration should be performed at least once per week or after 20 hours of Dynamometer running time. The
Run Down Calibration will calibrate the Dynamometer to ascertain the frictional losses of the Dynamometer.
If the user fails to perform a Run Down Calibration for an extended period of time then ‘Dyna Run V3’ will inform the user
when they start the software.
Please read the ‘Run Down Calibration’ section earlier in this manual for more information.
Calibration of the ‘Load-Cell’ is critical to its operation and accuracy. There are 2 steps to the calibration. First the ‘Load-
Cell’ must be ‘Zeroed’; and then secondly the ‘Load-Cell’ must be calibrated.
The second step of calibration requires the use of ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ and the supplied ‘Check Weights’ that was
supplied with the Dynamometer; this calibration checks that the ‘Measured Load Range’ is correct.
It is recommended that the Dynamometer should be ‘Zeroed’ on a daily basis (Step 1), and that the ‘Measured Load
Range’ should be calibrated once per month (Step 2).
It is also recommended that the ‘Calibrations’ be carried out at the start of the working day before the Dynamometer is
used.
Please read the ‘Load-Cell Calibration’ section earlier in this manual for more information.
Once the ‘Load-Cell’ has been calibrated is then necessary to perform a ‘Run Down Calibration’.
Run Down Calibration should be performed at least once per week or after 20 hours of Dynamometer running time or
directly after the ‘Load-Cell Calibration’. The Run Down Calibration will calibrate the Dynamometer to ascertain the
frictional losses of the Dynamometer.
If the user fails to perform a Run Down Calibration for an extended period of time then ‘Dyna Run V3’ will inform the user
when they start the software.
Please read the ‘Run Down Calibration’ section earlier in this manual for more information.
CAUTION!!!
Treat the ‘Check Weights’ with care and ONLY use the ‘Check Weights and Hanger’ that was supplied with the
Dynamometer. DO NOT cut, modify or shorten the ‘Calibration Torque Arm’ in any way, as this will lead to highly
inaccurate calibration.
CAUTION!!!
Be aware that the ‘Check Weights’ are heavy; please observe normal lifting precautions, when handling the ‘Check
Weights’.
Use the following procedure below to load the vehicle onto the dynamometer.
• Push the vehicle onto the dynamometer, keeping the vehicle in a balanced position. It is not recommended that the
vehicle be driven onto the dynamometer.
• Place the front wheel of the vehicle firmly into the tyre stop.
• Strap the front wheel in place using the ratchet strap or the control buttons for the Auto-Wheel locking system. Ensure
that the strap is not placed over a tyre valve as this could damage the valve.
• Adjust the carriage position to align the rear wheel centrally onto the drive roller; this can be done by turning the carriage
handle or by the use of the power carriage buttons.
• To align the rear wheel (centrally Left/Right), and with the bike in neutral, press the starter motor button on the hand
controller. Once the wheel is aligned you can press the Brake button to stop the drive roller.
• While sitting on the vehicle, with your full weight, tighten both the left-hand and right-hand tie down straps incrementally
from both sides of the vehicle. Do not over tighten the straps as this would increase the vehicle weight.
WARNING!!!
Keep vehicle balanced while loading and unloading from the dynamometer.
WARNING!!!
NEVER engage the Drive Roller starter motor if the vehicles front wheel is not secured and locked into the tyre
stop.
WARNING!!!
NEVER operate the Dynamometer without the tie-down straps in place and adjusted correctly.
WARNING!!!
The dynamometer should be located in a well-ventilated area. There is always a carbon monoxide hazard
associated with all internal combustion engines. Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness or even death.
The exhaust extraction system must be in place, and working before starting the vehicle.
WARNING!!!
Always wear protective clothing, ear protection, and eye protection (goggles, safety glasses) when using and
servicing the dynamometer.
The vehicle exhaust extraction system must be fitted, secured and switched on before the vehicle is started.
WARNING!!!
The dynamometer should be located in a well-ventilated area. There is always a carbon monoxide hazard
associated with all internal combustion engines. Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness or even death.
The exhaust extraction system must be in place, and working before starting the vehicle.
Adjust the cooling fan position as required. The cooling fans are switched on/off from the hand controller.
CAUTION!!!
The inductive pickup contains a fragile Ferrite Core that is very sensitive to vibration. Do not drop the inductive pickup or
snap the pick-up closed. Use extreme care in handling and placement of the pickups. Keep mating surfaces of the ferrites
clean. The Ferrites cores are not covered under your warranty.
Overview
The Dyna Pro intelligent ignition pick-up sensor is a microprocessor-controlled system designed for ignition sensing on
virtually any ignition system. This system will work on low tension AC ignition feeds, DC CDI ignitions, HT Plug wires and
will even deal with multi-spark ignition system. The microprocessor will try to distinguish between an actual firing pulse
and unwanted noise or Electro Magnetic interference (EMI).
On certain types of ignition systems the inductive clamp can be put around multiple cables to obtain an ignition pick-up,
for example, to place the clamp around all of the cables coming from a plug top coil.
In some cases it is also possible to clamp around one of the battery cables.
Ignition Pick-Up Clip being placed around the Primary Cable from the ECU of vehicle.
The ‘POL’ switch settings are used to set the ignition system type, HT, CDI, ECU, Low Tension, AC or DC. The switch
settings bellow give an indication for how these switches should be set according to the ignition type but are not a
definitive setting.
PLEASE NOTE: These setting positions are for guidance only. Incorrect switch positioning can do no damage.
1. Low Tension Non CDI Ignitions Note: Pick-up will only work in one
2. CDI / ECU Low Tension Ignitions Direction on a DC System.
1. Low Tension Non CDI Ignitions Note: Pick-up will only work in one
2. CDI / ECU Low Tension Ignitions Direction on a DC System.
To set the sensitivity, with the vehicle running and the inductive clamp in place, decrease the sensitivity (anti clock-wise)
slowly until the RPM needle drops to zero. Slowly start to increase the sensitivity (clock-wise) until the RPM needle shows
constant on the display, adjust the RPM scaling for correct ignition speed in the ‘Dyna Run’ software.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cannot get any readings (Basic) 1. Plugs not fully seated. 1. Verify all connectors are fully
2. Incorrect „POL‟ Switch settings. seated.
3. „SEN‟ Setting is set to low. 2. Insure that the „POL‟ Switch
4. System Lock-up. (Rare) settings ARE NOT both in the
5. Not an ignition Signal Cable. „ON‟ position.
3. Increase the „SEN‟ setting (turn
clock-wise)
4. Unplug from the MPU Unit wait
10 seconds and then reconnect.
5. Find another ignition signal cable.
Get an RPM reading but the needle 1. „SEN‟ Setting is set to low. 1. Increase the „SEN‟ setting (turn
keep „Dropping Low‟ clock-wise)
Get an RPM reading but the needle 1. „SEN‟ Setting is set to High. 1. Decrease the „SEN‟ setting (turn
keep „Flicking High‟ 2. Incorrect „POL‟ Switch settings. anti clock-wise)
2. Change the „POL‟ Switch settings.
Pick-up clamp only works when 1. „POL‟ Setting incorrect. 1. When one of the „POL‟ switch
placed on cable in one orientation. setting are switched to the „ON‟
position the clamp becomes
polarity sensitive, Reverse the
clamp on the cable or make the
two „POL‟ switch settings vies-
versa.
Erratic tachometer operation 1. Electro Magnetic Interference 1a.Using a jumper wire, ground the
(EMI) metal case of the inductive clip to
2. Clamp detecting signals from the motorcycle chassis.
other cable (i.e.: clamp is around 1b.Keep the computer as far away
a from the Dyno as possible.
cable coming from the ECU). 1c.Rout the inductive wire 90
3. Spark plug breaking down. degrees (perpendicular) away
from the vehicle.
When laid alongside (parallel) to
the motorcycle they can act as an
antenna.
2. Move ignition clip to another part
of the wiring loom.
3. Replace Spark Plugs.
• Before performing a Dyno Test Run it is essential to carry o out a few vehicle and dynamometer safety checks.
• Check vehicle coolant levels if applicable.
• Check vehicle oil levels in both the engine and gearbox.
• Check for vehicle chain condition, tension, lubrication, master links etc.
• Check tyres for any stones lodged into the tread pattern that could come out during testing.
• Check tyres for general condition (tyre wall cracks, tread life, etc)
• Check Tyre speed rating, vehicles can be driven at a higher speed on a dynamometer than on the road, as a result of
no wind resistance.
• Check Tyre pressure, an under inflated tyre, can become excessively heated when used on the dynamometer.
• Check that there is enough fuel in the tank to perform the dyno tests.
• Check vehicle for any other defects that could make the vehicle unsafe for dyno testing.
• Check that the front wheel is secured in the tyre stop.
• Check that the tie-down straps are in place and tension correctly.
• Check that the drive tyre is correctly centred onto drive roller.
• Check that exhaust extraction system is attached and running.
• Check that no other person(s) are behind the dynamometer.
WARNING!!!
Never allow any person(s) to stand behind the Dynamometer or vehicle when it is in operation. Only the dynamometer
operator should be near the dynamometer when in operation. Keep person(s) inside the dynamometer test area to an
absolute minimum.
WARNING!!!
All person(s) in the Dynamometer Test Area must always wear protective clothing, ear protection, and eye protection
(goggles, safety glasses) whenever the dynamometer is in operation.
Engine Warm Up
Before commencing with any dyno tests, ensure that the vehicle and drivetrain have been warmed up to normal
operational temperatures. Failure to do so could result in permanent engine damage of inconsistent dyno test results.
During the engine warm up procedure check for any coolant, fuel, oil leaks or any unusual engine or transmission noises.
In the event of any of the above, stop the vehicle and diagnose the problem before commencing with a dyno test run.
If all is OK the operator can now commence with a Dyno test run.
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NOTES Please be aware that some ‘Functions’, „Menu Options‟ and ‘Graphic Displays’ shown above may not be
available on all Dynamometer Models.
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About .............................................................................. 55, 56 File......................................................................................... 11
Air /Fuel (Lambda) Calibration’ (Only used on older Units) .. 34 File Migration’ (Prior to Version 3.2.0) ................................. 41
Air Brake................................................................................ 45 Fixed Load Control ................................................................ 53
Air/Fuel Ratio Properties ...................................................... 16 Fixed Ratio Gear Run............................................................. 22
Anti Virus Tools (Norton, MacAfee, Symantec etc) ................ 5 Fixed Start and Finish ............................................................ 21
Auto Deceleration ................................................................. 48 Function Keys ........................................................................ 56
Aux Sensor Limits .................................................................. 32
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Aux Sensor Set-up ................................................................. 30
Aux Sensor User Calibration ................................................. 33 Graph Set-up (After Dyno Run) ............................................. 27
Auxiliary Sensor Displays ...................................................... 17 Graphing Properties .............................................................. 27
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Brake Assist ........................................................................... 45 Health & Safety ..................................................................... 58
Help ....................................................................................... 55
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Hold At…. .............................................................................. 50
Calculate Rear Wheel Inertia’ (S14-LCLI Machines only) ...... 37 Holding Load ......................................................................... 45
Calculator .............................................................................. 42
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Calibration............................................................................. 61
Calibration Torque Arm ........................................................ 47 Ignition Pick-up System ......................................................... 65
Calibration/System Settings’ (Reserved Function)................ 43 Import Run Notes Data ......................................................... 13
Cancel All Load Modes .......................................................... 54 Import System Data .............................................................. 40
Check Weights ...................................................................... 47 Important Notice ............................................................ 70, 71
Clear all Fixed Gear Ratios .................................................... 24 Index ................................................................................ 71,72
Climate Monitor .................................................................... 29 Infrared Temperature Sensor ............................................... 45
Computer Specifications ......................................................... 2 Installing Dyna Run Drivers ..................................................... 6
Conventions Used In This Manual........................................... 1 Installing Dyna Run V3 Application Software.......................... 2
Cooling Air Fans .................................................................... 64 Introduction ............................................................................ 1
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Display Properties ................................................................. 15 Key Strokes............................................................................ 56
Display with Air/Fuel Gauge.................................................. 10
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Display without Air/Fuel Gauge ............................................ 10
Distance Run ......................................................................... 22 Language Selection ............................................................... 41
Dyna Pro ‘Interceptor’ Set-up ............................................... 42 Linear Load ............................................................................ 45
Dyna Pro ‘V500 ECU’ Set-up.................................................. 41 Load-Cell Calibration ............................................................. 47
Dyna Pro Driver Installation .................................................... 5 Load-Cell Configuration ........................................................ 45
Dyna Run V3 Key Stroke Function List .................................. 56 Load-Cell Set-up .................................................................... 46
Dyna Run V3 Software Installation ......................................... 2 Load-Cell Stop-Brake Assist ................................................... 46
Dyna View Key Stroke Function List ...................................... 56 Load-Cell Temperature ......................................................... 54
Dyna View V2 Customer Install ............................................... 5 Loading the vehicle ............................................................... 62
Dyna View V2 Stand alone Graph Viewing Software .............. 5 Logger Settings...................................................................... 21
Dynamometer Operation ...................................................... 58
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Making a Dyno Run Detailed................................................. 58
End-User License Agreement ................................................ 69 Manual Load Control ............................................................ 54
Engine /Axle Sprocket Size’ (EBK Dyno’s Only) ..................... 25 Manual Start/Finish .............................................................. 21
Engine Warm Up ................................................................... 68 Minimum System Requirement .............................................. 2
Engineering Mode ................................................................. 35 MRO Scrutineering Mode’ (Reserved Function) ................... 38
Engineering Units .................................................................. 44 Multi Gear Run ...................................................................... 23
Engineering Units Set-up ...................................................... 44
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Enter Rear Wheel Diameter’ (EBK Dyno’s Only) ................... 25
Escape Key ............................................................................ 56 Open Custom Display ............................................................ 20
Exit .................................................................................. 13, 14 Open Custom Log Settings .................................................... 26
Export System Data ............................................................... 39 Open Dyno Run ..................................................................... 11
Operation & Software Manuals ............................................ 55
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