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Introduction

The   EMS-3  is   a   multifunction   engine   information   display   and   early   warning   engine   monitoring   system.   It   has   been
specifically designed to monitor crucial vehicle information, and in the event of any engine irregularities, it will alert the
driver by means of a visual and audible alarm. 

With   its   array   of   advanced   features,   the   EMS-3  is   an   indispensable   unit   for   the   discerning   vehicle   owner.   Costly
maintenance bills can easily be avoided by the prevention of major engine problems before they occur.

Madman EMS-3

Universal Engine Monitoring System

Operating Manual – English 1.04

Summary of Contents for EMS-3

Page 1: ...the event of any engine irregularities it will alert the driver by means of a visual and audible alarm With its array of advanced features the EMS 3 is an indispensable unit for the discerning vehicle...

Page 2: ...rature measurement with user settable high and low alarm Temperature sender inputs can be from an Oil Coolant or an Auxiliary temperature sender Oil Pressure warning alarm from oil pressure senders th...

Page 3: ...ton Press the menu button during the normal display screens to access the menu system Up Button Menu System Up button Increment Normal Scroll through main display screens 2 52mm enclosure Harness conn...

Page 4: ...If you have prolonged high EGT then it is recommended to immediately have it checked out by a qualified mechanic Madman custom built thermocouple EGT probes are specifically designed for automotive u...

Page 5: ...witch must be activated for at least the programmed time before an alarm is activated This prevents false alarm messages when driving over rough terrain etc The EMS 3 also has a programmable coolant l...

Page 6: ...keys to navigate through the menu system 4 1 Exiting the menu system Press the Menu button to exit the menu system when the EXIT soft key is shown All changes made during navigation of the menu syste...

Page 7: ...can give you increased display resolution Display Min Select the minimum temperature that you want the EGT bargraph to show This can give you increased display resolution High Alarm This enables or d...

Page 8: ...n EMS 3 Operating Manual Page 8 Probe Select if you are using a K type or J type thermocouple probe Unit Select whether you want the temperature to be displayed in degrees Celsius C or degrees Fahrenh...

Page 9: ...ns are PRESSURE TEMP or OFF Type Select if you are using a resistive voltage or current pressure sender If the RESISTIVE pressure sender is selected In most cases resistive sensors require a biasing v...

Page 10: ...ou are using Select 4 20mA for 4 20mA sender or USER for a custom 4 20mA sender Pressure 4mA Enter the pressure specified at 4mA output Pressure 20mA Enter the pressure specified at 20mA output Menu o...

Page 11: ...hreshold for when the low alarm must be activated Any pressure below this value will activate the alarm Alarm Select which output the alarm must activate 4 3 2 Temperature Setup Mode Select the functi...

Page 12: ...maximum temperature that you want the bargraph to show This can give you increased display resolution Display Min Select the minimum temperature that you want the bargraph to show This can give you in...

Page 13: ...l converter reading that corresponds to this display reading The ADC reading is shown at the top of the display if you are applying the actual stimulus from the temperature pressure or current sender...

Page 14: ...u want the volts bargraph to show This can give you increased display resolution High Alarm This enables or disables the volts high alarm High Alarm Enter the voltage threshold for when the high alarm...

Page 15: ...hat of the multimeters volts reading 4 5 CLD Coolant Level Detector Setup Display Select ON to enable the CLD display Switch Time The coolant level has a programmable switch time This means that the l...

Page 16: ...ou increased display resolution Display Min Select the minimum RPM that you want the RPM dial to show This can give you increased display resolution High Alarm This enables or disables the RPM high al...

Page 17: ...ses per revolution as measured on the coil Alternatively the W signal from the alternator can be used Here the onboard diagnostics can be used to get accurate rpm or an external RPM gauge must be used...

Page 18: ...able the fan control output Analog CH Select which analog temperature channel the fan control must operate from Fan On Temp Enter the temperature when the output must switch on Fan Off Temp Enter the...

Page 19: ...the user will be prompted to enter the hour meter access code before allowing him to change the hour meter time Hour meter Code This menu option allows you to change the hour meter access code You wi...

Page 20: ...ill count down to zero Alarm Select which output the alarm must activate when the service timer reaches zero Start Select if the EMS 3 must start the hour meter and service timer from power up or from...

Page 21: ...t STX Address Message type Length Data payload Checksum ETX STX Start of text 0x02 Address unsigned char 8bit Unit address range 0 255 Message Type unsigned char 8bit Specifies the message type Length...

Page 22: ...hannel 1 Signed Int 16 bits Pressure in 0 1psi Temperature in Degrees C Analog Channel 2 Signed Int 16 bits Pressure in 0 1psi Temperature in Degrees C Analog Channel 3 Signed Int 16 bits Pressure in...

Page 23: ...hen using the automatic backlight mode The display will set the backlight to the dim setting if the ambient light is less then the threshold setting alternatively the display will set the backlight to...

Page 24: ...lts Sound Select ON to turn the external buzzer sound on 4 12 ADC Values This menu displays the ADC values of the various sensors 5 Loading factory default settings Press and hold the Enter and Up but...

Page 25: ...y be an internal flash memory failure in which case the instrument will then have to be returned to the factory Hour meter Service Timer CRC error Try entering new values for the hour and service time...

Page 26: ...0V RF noise filter plus Schmitt trigger based input EGT Thermocouple Type K type or J type Measurement range K Type 100 C to 1200 C 148 F to 2192 F J Type 100 C to 1100 C 148 F to 2012 F Technology Fu...

Page 27: ...sender calibration feature that can be customized for senders not listed above Volts Voltage measurement range Up to 32Vdc Voltage resolution 0 1V Coolant Level Detector Coolant level switch NO Normal...

Page 28: ...on both 12V and 24V without the use of any pre regulators Ensure that the supply voltage will not drop below 8V during operation as this may result in incorrect readings Please note It is essential th...

Page 29: ...Orange RS232 Transmit Data Firmware upgrading N C 8 Orange Black RS232 Receive Data Firmware upgrading N C 9 Green Analog Input 1 10 Yellow Analog Input 2 11 Grey Analog Input 3 12 Blue Analog Input 4...

Page 30: ...y removing the wiring loom or vacuum pipe Use this port of the exhaust for the EGT If you do not have a port on the exhaust manifold or do not want to disturb it you will need to drill and tap the man...

Page 31: ...o ports one for a temperature sender and one for M5 coolant level screw A piece of the top coolant hose is cut out and this adapter is inserted in the space the hoses are clamped to the tube and the t...

Page 32: ...e normal level Drill two small holes 1 5mm about 25mm from each other in the same horizontal plane Fit small lugs to the brown wire from the EMS and screw the lug to the tank using a 3 5mm self tappin...

Page 33: ...hese senders are available in two types an encapsulated version with a brass housing a second uncommitted version contains only the sensor itself This can be conveniently mounted inside an existing se...

Page 34: ...urrent return path 10 13 Analog Channels Dipswitch settings The EMS 3 unit has the added ability over its predecessors to use both resistance and voltage based sensors In order to make use of this wid...

Page 35: ...Operating Manual Page 35 10 14 Dimensional Drawing The drilled mounting hole must have a diameter of 53mm The maximum panel thickness is 15mm but the mounting bracket can be modified to accommodate th...

Page 36: ...opments Pty Ltd makes no representations or warranties as to either the suitability of any of the products we sell as to your particular application or the compatibility of any of the products we sell...

Page 37: ...Madman EMS 3 Operating Manual Page 37 DISTRIBUTED BY Madman Developments Pty Ltd Postal Address PO Box 1391 Muldersdrift Gauteng 1747 South Africa Website www madman co za Email sales madman co za...

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