FRC TACH P3 TPA600 User manual

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ENGINE MONITORING DISPLAY
MODEL: TPA600
Document Number:
XE-TPA6PM-R0A
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CONTENTS
Table of Contents
CONTENTS................................................................................................................ 2
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 3
Overview................................................................................................................ 3
Features.................................................................................................................. 3
Specications......................................................................................................... 3
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................................................................... 4
Components ........................................................................................................... 4
Controls and Indicators.......................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................ 6
Install Display Module........................................................................................... 6
Install Buzzer ........................................................................................................ 6
OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 8
Transmission Temperature..................................................................................... 8
Engine Hours ......................................................................................................... 8
PROGRAMMING .................................................................................................... 10
Program Access.................................................................................................... 10
WIRING.................................................................................................................... 12
Connectors and Cables......................................................................................... 12
List of Tables and Figures
Table 1. Error and Fault Warning Codes.................................................................... 9
Table 2. Program Functions ..................................................................................... 11
Figure 1. Controls and Indicators............................................................................... 5
Figure 2. Display Module Mounting Dimensions ..................................................... 7
Figure 3. Wiring ....................................................................................................... 12

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INTRODUCTION
Overview
The Engine Monitoring Display is an all-in-one instrument panel with integrated
monitoring and display capabilities that saves valuable pump panel space. It combines
four different instruments in one waterproof unit. It provides both audible and visual
warning alarms if specied parameters go outside of set limits.
The Engine Monitoring Display has a 4-digit LED display for engine RPM and
3-digit LED displays for engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, and battery
voltage. During normal operation warning messages are displayed as they occur.
The Engine Monitoring Display receives input information form the J1939 CAN
bus.
Features
Non-Multiplexed Display Means No Flickering
Digital Engine RPM, Oil Pressure, and Coolant Temperature Displays
Battery Voltage Display with Low and Over Voltage Warnings
Automatically Adjusts to 12 or 24 Volt System
Programmable Parameters
Audible and Visual Warnings
LED Brightness Automatically Adjusts for Day or Night Operation
Transmission Temperature Displayed (When Available)
Specications
Display Module
Supply Power: 12/24 VDC/ Auto Detected
Supply Current: 1.5 Amps
Dimensions: 4.2" by 4.2" by 0.7"
Audible Alarm Buzzer
Volume: 95 dB

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Engine Monitoring Display receives all input from the J1939 CAN bus.
Components
The Engine Monitoring Display consist of the following components:
Display Module
Buzzer
Controls and Indicators
All controls and indicators are located on the front of the control module. Refer
top Operation and Programming Sections for more information.
RPM Display
Shows the current engine RPM in bright red digits. It also shows error codes, stored
data, and program features.
OIL PRESSURE Display
Shows the engine oil pressure in bright red 0.4" digits.
ENGINE TEMP Display
Shows engine coolant temperature in bright red 0.4" digits. (Shows transmission
temperature when selected.)
VOLTAGE Display
Shows the battery voltage in bright red 0.4" digits.
When in the information scroll mode this display shows system and options information.
MENU Button
The MENU button is used to show the transmission temperature if it is available.
It is also used to access program features. (Transmission temperature is shown in the
ENGINE TEMP display.)
SILENCE Button
The SILENCE button is to de-activate the audible warning alarm. It is also used
to access program features.

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Figure 1. Controls and Indicators
RPM
Display
ENGINE TEMP
Display
VOLTAGE
Display
MENU
Button
SILENCE
Button
OIL PRESSURE
Display

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INSTALLATION
The Engine Monitoring Display receives engine RPM, oil pressure, coolant
temperature, and voltage information over the J1939 CAN bus from the engine ECM.
(Refer to Wiring Section.)
Install Display Module
1. Measure and mark mounting location for display module cable and mounting
screw holes. Make sure there is clearance behind the panel for the module and
cables before drilling holes. Refer to Figure 2 for layout and dimensions.
2. Drill a 1.25-inch diameter hole.
3. Drill four holes, clearance or tapped, for 10-32 mounting screws.
3. Place display module in position and secure with screws.
4. Connect cable at rear of the module. (Refer to Wiring section.)
Install Buzzer
A buzzer is supplied with the Engine Monitoring Display. Install the buzzer close to
the control module so the audible warning is easily associated with the visual warning
on the display. A cutout hole of 1-1/8" (1.125") is required on the pump panel. (Refer
to Wiring Section.)

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Figure 2. Display Module Mounting Dimensions
0.7"
4.2"
2.0"
4.2"
1.25"
Diameter Hole Mounting holes are
clearance or tapped
for 10-32 screws.
3.5"
3.5"

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OPERATION
The Engine Monitoring Display shows crucial engine information to the pump operator.
Visual Alarm
When a monitored input exceeds the set warning level the display ashes. This
visual alarm cannot be reset or cancelled manually. The alarm stops automatically
when the monitored input is at a normal level.
Audible Alarm
The audible alarm is a clear distinctive warning that sounds when a monitored
input exceeds the set warning level.
Silencing Audible Alarm
All audible alarms can be cancelled by pressing the SILENCE button. Pressing
the SILENCE button does not change the visual warning.
Transmission Temperature
When the transmission temperature is available on the J1939 CAN bus and the
program code P07 is enabled, press the MENU button to show it on the ENGINE
TEMP display.
Engine Hours
To access the Engine Hours feature, press the MENU button again and Eng Hr is
shown on the display. The actual number of hours will be shown on the RPM display.

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Table 1. Error and Fault Warning Codes
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
E01 No Engine Data Received
E04 Oil Pressure Problem
E07 Engine Temp Problem
F01 High Battery Voltage
F02 Low Battery Voltage
F03 High Transmission Temperature
F04 Low Oil Pressure
F07 High Engine Coolant Temperature

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PROGRAMMING
To access the program functions, to view and change parameter settings, a password
is entered. The code for the Engine Monitoring Display is 2222.
Note: To exit the programming mode press the SILENCE and MENU buttons
together. (The program mode times out after ten seconds if no buttons
are pressed.)
Program Access
1. Press the SILENCE button and hold it until the RPM display shows four
dashes – – – – . Release the button.
2. Press the MENU button within three seconds. The RPM display shows
the number 1000. Each time the MENU button is pressed the rst digit
increments by 1. Set the rst digit to the desired number.
3. Press the SILENCE button to move the curser to the next digit. Press the
MENU button to change the digit.
4. Repeat step 3 and enter the password code 2222.
Result: When a correct password code is entered P 0 1 shows in the
RPM display.
5. Press the SILENCE button to scroll through the program (P) codes.
6. Press and hold the MENU button for three seconds to enter the
programming mode to view and change parameter settings.
7. While the parameter or value is ashing, press and hold the MENU button
to change a selectable parameter or numerical value. Press the MENU
button again to change the digit, or scroll through values. Next press the
SILENCE button to move the cursor to the next digit to be changed, or the
next window option.
8. Repeat steps 5 through 7 as necessary.
9. To exit the programming mode, press the SILENCE button to scroll through
the P-codes until P99 is reached. At P99, the display will read 'END'. Press
and hold the MENU button to fully exit the Programming mode and return
to normal operation.

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Table 2. Program Functions
CODE DESCRIPTION OPTIONS and NOTES FACTORY DEFAULT
P01 Units of measure Select
PSI, kPa, Bar
°F, °C
PSI and °F
P02 Low oil pressure
warning
Set Value
(Set to 0 to synchronize
warning with dash light.)
8 PSI
P03 High engine temperature
warning
Set Value
(Visual warning occurs 10 °F
below audible setting.)
(Set to 0 to synchronize
warning with dash light.)
230 °F
P04 1Low battery voltage
warning - engine running
Set Value 11.8/ 23.6 VDC
P05 1High battery voltage
warning - engine running
Set Value 15.4/31.0 VDC
P06 1Low battery voltage
warning - engine off
Set Value 11.7/23.4 VDC
P07 Transmission
temperature enable/
disable
Select
yes - enabled
(MENU button is pressed to
show temp.)
no - disabled
yes
P08 High transmission
temperature warning
Set Value 300 °F
P09 2Battery voltage source Select
bus - voltage is read from
J1939 CAN bus
loc - voltage is read from the
module input pins
bus
Notes:
1 - Module automatically detects 12 or 24 volt input.
2 - When set to bus and no voltage information is available on J1939, the module automatically
reads the voltage from the module input pins.
CODE DESCRIPTION
P20 Model number
P21 Software revision
P22 Serial number
P23 Manufacturing date
P24 Hardware revision
P25 J1939 CAN Bus terminator
The following are read only functions.

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Figure 3. Wiring
WIRING
The following gures include the schematics, wiring diagrams, block diagrams,
and cables for the Engine Monitoring Display.
Connectors and Cables
The Engine Monitoring Display receives engine RPM, oil pressure, coolant
temperature, and transmission temperature data over the J1939 CAN bus from the ECM.
6 Pin Connector/Cable
Pin Wire Color Description
1 Red +12/24 VDC
2 Black Ground
3 White J1939 CAN (+)
4 Green J1939 CAN (–)
5 Blue Buzzer (–)
6 Brown Buzzer (+)
Pin 1
6-Pin
Plug