Signal Dynamics Switch Cubes manual

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    1 Contents Introduction Page 2 Instrumentation Page 7 Operation / Function Page 9 Programming Page 18 Appendix Page 21 All Rights Reserved. Reprodu ction by any means , electronic or mech anical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or in part is not permitted without written au[...]

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    2 LINX ™ Network Bus Electrical System System Overview: Simpler, easier installation and comprehensive rider information; these are the some of t he basic advantages of the LINX™ Net work Bus Wiring System. As you read this manual you will realize the significant improvements and advanced feat ures that this system provides over conventional wi[...]

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    3 Locating Rear Module The rear module is identified by its’ Black Connect or, and should be located in an area that is close t o the battery and Starter Solenoid, and also central to all of the devices it connects to. Th e module is splash proof, but sh ould be mount ed in an area t hat has some pr otection from water and heat. Under the seat on[...]

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    4 Installing switch cubes The switch cubes a re designed to fit a 1” handlebar, a nd connect to the front brake swi tch, and clut ch switc h (optional). Installing the switch cubes involves drilling a hole in the handleb ar where the switch cube will be located, and another where the wires will connect to the d isplay module. These wires come wit[...]

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    5 Installing the Display Module The display m odule can be mount ed either above or below the ha ndlebar by attaching the backing plate moun ting tab to a handle bar clamp (not included). The wires from the switch cubes will come out of the handlebars, into the disp lay housing, and plug into the ap propriate connector. The data wire from the front[...]

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    6 To Replace the Connector End on a Cable. 1. Strip about 1” of the outer insulation with an RJ-45 stripper/crim ping tool, the inner i nsulation does not need t o be stripped. These t ools are com monly used to crim p computer network cables, an d are avalible at m ost electronic stores. 2. Insert the wires into the low profile connector. Be sur[...]

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

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    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 Direction Ar rows – Located at the top and to the left and right of the LCD displ[...]

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    9 Front (Tank) Module The following outputs and op erations are controlled by th e Front Module: • Ignition • Compression Release • NOS solenoid (optional) • Left & Right Fro nt Turns Signals • Headlight High & Low beam • Horn Rear Module The following i nputs/outputs a nd operatio ns are controlle d by the Rear Module: • Spee[...]

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

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    11 Right Handlebar Switch Module Functions Operation / Function R ight Turn Starts or cancels right turn signal function. (See tur n signal functi on below) Start Will activate the engine starter soleno id circuit if: the Run/Kill switch is set to Run, the bike i s in neutral, and the engine is not running (RPM =0). R un / Kill Will allow the bike [...]

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    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 Logo and VIN # (if programmed) will be displayed for 3 seconds, and then the LINX™ system will enter th[...]

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    13 the start button on the right handlebar switch to initiate the eng ine starter. The starter motor can not be acci dentally engaged if the LINX™ system recognizes that the motor is already running. If a start is necessary while the bike is rolling, a start with the electrical starter motor can be accom plished above 5 MPH, by ass uring the Run/[...]

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    14 Information & Alert Conditions Text information window: The Text information wi ndow is located at the bottom of the LCD screen. To toggles between the following items, press the (#) key on the right handlebar switch. • Odometer • Trip 1 (Reset by pr essing the # key for 3 seconds) • Trip 2 (Reset by pr essing the # key for 3 seconds) [...]

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

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    16 Turn Signal Function: The turn signal selection buttons are lo cated on the left and right handle bar switch cubes. The t urn signals are activat ed by pressing the appropriate button. The turn signals will flash for 7 seconds then automatically cancel. The number of flashes or seconds remaining will be displayed in t he informat ion window of t[...]

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    17 • Brake Lights: 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 seconds after th e bike accelerates. Circuit Protection The LINX™ system does not re quir e external fuses for circu it protection. The sophistication of th [...]

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    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 following key s are used to p rogram the m odule: Key Function High / Low -Scroll Up Horn -Scroll Down ( * ) -[...]

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    19 • Vehicle Identification Number - Set or V iew 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 message when the amount of space for storage is m axed out. Faults are not erasable, but events are. The format for t[...]

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    20 Voltage/Temperature are displayed) This will take you to a screen prompti ng you to press the # button at the be ginning of a measured mile . When you pass the begi nning mi le marker press the # button. The screen will then pro mpt you to press the # button at the end of the ending m ile marker. When you do this, the speedometer will be calibra[...]

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    21 System Specification: System Power 12VDC 30Amps Operating Temperatures 32 ° F to 122 ° F (0 ° C to 50 ° C) Physical Size Fron t / Rear 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/Running Li ght 5A Horn 5A Starter Soleno[...]

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    24 One Year Limited Warranty Signal Dynamics Corporation warranties this product at time of purchase to be free from defects i n materials or w orkmanship to t he original purchaser. Signal Dynamics Corporation's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or exchanging the un it if the unit is returned, po stage prepaid, to Signal [...]