Dynamic Distributors Switch Cubes manual

1 Contents Introduction Page 2 Instrumentation Page 7 Operation / Function Page 9 Programming Page 18 Appendix Page 21 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction by an y means, ele ctronic or mech anical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or in par t is not permitted without written a[...]

2 LINX ™ Network Bus Electri cal System System Overview: Simpler, easier installation and comprehensive rider information; these are the some of t he basic ad vantages of the LINX™ Net work Bus Wiring System. As you read this manual you will realize the significant improvements and adva nced features t hat this system provides o ver conventiona[...]

3 Locating Rear Module The rear modul e is identifie d by its ’ Black Connect or, and sho uld be located in an area that is close t o the battery and Starter Solenoid, and also central to all of the devices it co nnects to. The module is splash proof, but s hould be m ounted i n an area that h as some protection f rom water and heat. Under the se[...]

4 Installing switch cubes The switch cu bes are designed t o fit a 1” ha ndlebar, and co nnect to the front brake switch, a nd clutch s witc h (optional). Installing the switch cubes involves drilling a hole in the hand lebar where the switch cube will be located, and anoth er where the wires will connect to the display module. These w ires come [...]

5 Installing the Display Module The display m odule can be mounted eit her above or below the ha ndlebar by attaching the backing plate m oun ting tab to a handlebar clamp (not included). The wires from the switch cubes will come out of the handlebars, into the d isplay housing, and plug into the appropriate connector. The data wire from the front [...]

6 To Replace the Connector End on a Cable. 1. Strip about 1” of the outer insulation with an RJ-45 stripper/cri mping t ool, the i nner insul ation d oes not nee d to be stripped. T hese tools are c ommonl y used to crim p comput er network cables, and are avali ble at most electronic stores. 2. Insert the wires into the low profile conn ector. B[...]

7 Display Module: When the system is powered-on, a self-test will run and if any fau lts are noted, they will be displayed. After this, the logo will be displayed for 3 seconds, and then the module will enter the operational mode. The following items will be displayed on th e screen in the operational mode: Information & Icons on LCD Screens: ?[...]

8 • Temperature and Voltage. • System Alert text message. (If Present ) Indicators: The indicator icons are located to th e left and right sides of the LCD display screen. When they are active they are back-lit with LED lighting. Instrumentation • Turns Signal Di rection Arrows – Located at the top and to the left and right of the LCD displ[...]

9 Front (Tank) Module The following outpu ts and operations are contro lled by the Front Module: • Ignition • Compression Release • NOS solenoid (optiona l) • Left & Right Front Turns Si gnals • Headlight High & Low beam • Horn Rear Module The followin g inputs/o utputs and operations ar e controll ed by the Rear Module: • Spe[...]

10 Switches: The handlebar switches are designed for easy installation or removal with plug-in connector. They are also LED back-lit for easier button identification during night ti me conditions. They provide a positive tactile click when depressed. Left Handlebar Switch Module Functions Operation / Function L eft Turn Starts or cancels left turn [...]

11 Right Handlebar Switch Module Functions Operation / Function R ight Turn Starts or cancels right turn signal function. (See t urn signal f unction below) Start Will activate the engine starter so lenoid circuit if: the Run/Kill switch is set to Run, the bi ke is in neutral, a nd the engine is not running (RPM =0). R un / Kill Will allow the bike[...]

12 Initial LINX™ Power-UP & Starting Key Switch Operation: When the key switch is turned on, power is applied to the LINX™ system and a self-test will run. If any faults are noted, they will be displayed on the LCD screen. After this, a Lo go and VIN # (if programmed) will be displayed for 3 seconds, and th en the LINX™ system will enter [...]

13 the start button on the right handlebar switch to initiate th e engine starter. The starter motor can not be accidentally engaged i f the LINX™ system recognizes that the motor is already running. If a start is necessary while the bike is rolling, a start with th e electrical starter motor can be acc omplis hed above 5 M PH, by ass uring the R[...]

14 Information & Alert Conditions Text information window: The Text inform ation window is located at the bottom of the LC D screen. To toggles between the following items, press the (#) key on the right handlebar switch. • Odometer • Trip 1 (Reset b y pressing the # k ey for 3 seco nds) • Trip 2 (Reset b y pressing the # k ey for 3 seco [...]

15 Lighting Marker Lights: Turn Signal Lights also function as m arker lights. This function enables single inten sity incandescent or LED bulbs to have a marker light feature. Headlight Features & Operation: Low Beam When the key switch is first turned on, the head light is automatically selected to lo w beam to conserve battery power. When an[...]

16 Turn Signal Function: The turn signal selection butto ns are located on the left and right handle bar switch cubes. The turn signal s are activated by pressing t he appropriate button. Th e turn signals will flash for 7 seconds then automatically cancel. The num ber of flashes or seconds remaining will be displayed in the inf ormation wi ndow of[...]

17 • Brake Light s: When the brakes are applied and the motorcycle is stopped, the brakes remain on until the bike accelerates. This will also cause the turn signals to continue to flash 10 second s after the bike accelerates. Circuit Protection The LINX™ system does not requir e external fuses for circu it protection. The soph istication of th[...]

18 Program Mode: To enter the program mode, the bike’s run/kill switch must be in “kill” position. After selecting “kill”, the press ( * ) and ( # ) together for 5 seconds. The program menu will then pop-up on the LCD screen. The followin g keys are use d to prog ram the m odule: Key Function High / Low -Scroll Up Horn -Scroll Down ( * ) [...]

19 • Vehicle Identification Number - Set or View VIN# (Vin # may only be set once on some bikes ). • View Logs - This will display a history of “events” and “faults” encountered by the system. This lo g erases the oldest m essage when the amount of space for storage is m axed out. Faults are not erasable, but events are. The format for [...]

20 Voltage/Temperature are displayed) This will take you to a screen prom pting you to p ress the # b utton at the be ginning of a measured mi le. When you pass the beginni ng mil e marker press the # button. The screen will then prompt you to press the # button at the end of the ending m ile marker. When you do this, the speedometer will be calibr[...]

21 System Specification: System Power 12VDC 30Amps Operating Temperatures 32 ° F to 122 ° F (0 ° C to 50 ° C) Physical Size Front / R ear Module 2.0” X 3.0” x 1 .5” Display Module 2.0” X 3.5” X 1” Maximum Amperage Load: Headlight High Beam 10A Low Beam 10A Turn Sign/Marker Light 5A each Brake/Runnin g Light 5A Horn 5A Starter Soleno[...]

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24 One Year Limited Warranty Signal Dynamics Corporation warranties this product at time of purch ase to be f ree from defects in m aterials or w orkmanship t o the original purchaser. Signal Dynamics Corporation's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or exchang ing the unit if the unit is return ed, postage prepaid, to Si gn[...]