Racepak SmartWire Owner's manual
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................. 0
Technical Specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Becoming Familiar with the SmartWire Installation .............................................................................................. 2
Pre-Install notes ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Example Installation Overview............................................................................................................................... 3
DatalinkII Software Installation .............................................................................................................................. 5
Configuration Files ................................................................................................................................................. 6
Stand Alone or with V-Net sensors, No Data Recorder ..................................................................................... 6
SmartWire with Data Recorder ........................................................................................................................... 7
General Reading and Sending/Writing Configuration File Settings....................................................................... 8
General Modifying of SmartWire Programming .................................................................................................... 8
SmartWire Programming ........................................................................................................................................ 9
General SmartWire Unit Overview ...................................................................................................................... 10
Configuration File (setup file) .............................................................................................................................. 11
SmartWire Main Unit Settings.............................................................................................................................. 12
Outputs (channels 1-30) ........................................................................................................................................ 14
On/Off Conditions for Outputs ............................................................................................................................. 17
Setpoint Control Channel .................................................................................................................................. 19
Channel Status Bit Mask 1 ................................................................................................................................ 19
Channel Status Values ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Logic Example .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Input Switches - Hardwired Direct ....................................................................................................................... 21
Input Switches - Smart Panel or Smart Module.................................................................................................... 22
Real Time Viewing ............................................................................................................................................... 24
1-Start All Channels Live Data ......................................................................................................................... 24
2-Start Channel Live Data ................................................................................................................................ 25
3-Real Time Data on PC ................................................................................................................................... 26
Starting a Telemetry Session ............................................................................................................................ 27
Example Programming (Walk through)................................................................................................................ 31
Input Configuring (Walk through cont.) ........................................................................................................... 32
Output Configuring (Walk through cont.) ........................................................................................................ 33
Logic Configuration (Walk through cont.) ....................................................................................................... 35
Understanding Basic Logic Flow .................................................................................................................... 36
SmartWire Firmware Update ................................................................................................................................ 37
Channel/Pin Chart ................................................................................................................................................. 38
Programming Manual Release A Dec0611
Disclaimer
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incidental or consequential damages in connection with the supply, performance or use of the hardware and
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Warranty
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quality and standards. It is our intention to maintain a mutually beneficial and cordial relationship with each
and every customer.
Competition Systems Inc. Racepak warrants all merchandise manufactured by Competition Systems Inc.
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does not apply to those products used for a purpose for which said products were not designed, or which has
been altered in any way that would be detrimental to the performance or life of the product, or misapplication,
misuse, negligence, or accident. Any part or product found to be defective after examination by Competition
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Introduction
Solving the wiring complexity of a modern race car, the Racepak SmartWire is a fully programmable power
control module. While traditional wiring provides control of vehicle electronic components through the routing
of single, or multi-fuse, relay, and circuit breaker panels, the Racepak SmartWire functions as a central
“command center” for all vehicle wiring.
Based on Racepak’s exclusive single cable V-Net technology, the Racepak SmartWire unit is the electronic
“starting point”, with a direct main power connection from the vehicle battery to the SmartWire unit. Each
output is user defined, both in function, current requirement and current limit via a USB connection to the user’s
PC. The design of the SmartWire unit will reduce overall installation weight / clutter, while contributing to a
quicker reacting electronic system, through the solid state switching design.
Manual activation can be achieved through the 12 hardwired direct inputs on the SmartWire unit, or through the
use of the optional Racepak SwitchPanel or SwitchModule units. When utilized, a single small cable is routed
to the SwitchPanel/SmartModule from the Racepak SmartWire unit, reducing wiring clutter. Users needing
additional switch panel capabilities can easily expand through the use of an additional “jumper” cable to a
second Racepak SwitchPanel/SmartModule.
The Racepak V-Net compatibility of the SmartWire unit insures a seamless integration with existing Racepak
V-Net equipped vehicles. When connected with existing V-Net equipment, these items provide additional
inputs, control modules and instrumentation, compared to when utilized as a standalone power control module.
This manual will provided you step by step guidance through the installation, setup, and operation of the
SmartWire unit. During this process, the manual may refer to system worksheets and individual instruction
sheets originally provided with other Racepak sensor modules and devices.
To get the most out of the Racepak SmartWire unit, it is highly recommended to thoroughly read the
entire manual before installation and use of the Racepak SmartWire unit. In addition, test the
SmartWire unit and settings/functions before use. The race track is not the place to determine something
is not orking properly!
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Technical Specifications
Output Capacity 125 Amps
Current Consumption 180 mA typical operation (<1 mA in shutdown mode)
Min/Max Power Supply 8-20 Volts
Operating Power Supply 12-16 volt automotive applications.
Inputs 12 hardwired direct (voltage triggered (>2.7V) or ground triggered (<2.5V)
Outputs 30 (8 outputs @ 20 Amps, 22 outputs @ 10Amps)
Response 3.0 milliseconds max.
Programming USB (or via V-Net when used with a V-Net data recorder)
Dimensions Length 6.5” (16.51 cm), Width 5.5” (13.97 cm), Height 2.0” (5.08 cm)
Weight 25.8 ounces (731.4 grams)
Note All current ratings are for 12 volt operation. For 16 volt systems, subtract 25 percent.
Connections:
• Two - 23 pin Ampseal, (hardwired direct inputs, outputs, grounds and shutdown pin)
• One - 1/4”x 20 Main Stud, (main power supply)
• One USB mini (programming when utilized without a compatible data recorder)
• One Switch CAN bus (connection for optional Switch Panel and/or Switch Module)
• One V-Net CAN bus (connection for optional V-Net sensors and/or compatible data recorders)
Outputs are:
• Monitored for Current, Voltage, and Status
• Protected via user settable limits for over-current situations
• Protected from short circuits and/or thermal overload situations
• Function programmable as
o Constant On
o Flash
o Latch On
o Single Pulse
o Windshield Wiper (only available on channel 19)
• Time Delayed for On or Off
• Outputs are controlled via any combinations of
o Switchable inputs
o Programmed logic operations;
(Equal to, Not Equal to, Greater than, Greater than or Equal to, Less than, Less than or
Not Equal to)
o V-Net attached sensors (Temperatures, Pressures, RPM, etc.)
o Other Outputs
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Becoming Familiar with the SmartWire Installation
This manual is designed to provide guidance through the programming of the SmartWire unit. Use of this
manual, along with the SmartWire Installation manual, will provide complete installation and programming
instructions. Below is an overview of a typical installation and setup.
1. Utilizing the SmartWire Software/Programming manual, install the DatalinkII software on PC
2. Install only the main power and grounds on the SmartWire
3. Connect SmartWire to PC using supplied USB cable
4. Utilizing the SmartWire Programming Installation manual, open the configuration file on PC
5. Sync the configuration file with the SmartWire
6. Name, program, and send each of the inputs (Hardwired direct inputs). Smart Panel/Smart Module and
V-Net items can be programmed at this time if connected. Or, each can be programmed at a later date.
7. Name, program, and send each of the outputs (ensure correct Amperage rating for each device)
8. Wire each of the inputs per programmed settings (see Hardware Installation Manual)
9. Wire each of the outputs per programmed settings (see Hardware Installation Manual)
10. Test each of the input and output settings. Insure each circuit operates as intended
Pre-Install notes:
It is recommended to initially install the Main Po er and Ground ires first in order to program
each input and output. Once programmed, terminate and ire only the necessary connections. Do
not terminate every connection, unless a device ill be connected.
The SmartWire can be installed and utilized as a standalone unit (i.e. not connected to a data
recorder) or is compatible ith the follo ing Racepak data recorders:
• V300 (firm are version 41 or higher)
• V300SD (firm are version 22 or higher)
• V500 (firm are version 56 or higher)
• IQ3 Logger Dash (firm are version 15 or higher)
• IQ3 Display Only non-logger Dash (firm are version 17 or higher)
• G2X Pro (firm are version 57 or higher)
If the PC does not meet the above firm are requirement, contact Racepak for update details.
Portions of this manual ill call out t o installing/programming types; Standalone AND ith a
Data Recorder. In Standalone mode, all programming is performed via USB cable bet een the
PC and the SmartWire unit.
When utilized ith Racepak V-Net sensors or in conjunction ith a Racepak data recorder,
programming is performed via serial connection bet een the PC and the data recorder unit.
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Example Installation Overview
In a standard switch/device application, power is routed to a switch, with this switch controlling one device.
Depending on the device current (Amperage) requirement, this switch controls a relay, when triggered, allows a
large amount of current flow to the device. Activating the device requires manually flipping a switch.
V
-
Net Input
Fan
Water Pump
SmartWire
Unit
Hardwired
Inputs
Outputs
Battery Input
T o S itches:
One for Water Pump
One for Fan
Battery
Fan
Water Pump
Battery Input
One Switch for both
Battery
SmartWire
Unit
Outputs
V-Net Port
Fan
Water Pump
Battery Input
Battery
One Switch for both
Force both on
SmartWire
Unit
Outputs
Water
Temp
Module & Sensor
V-Net to
SmartWire
Tee
M
M
M
Battery
Switch
Fuse
Relay
Switch
Fuse
F
an
M
Water Pump
T o S itches:
One for Water Pump
One for Fan
Standard s itch installation:
One switch for each device.
Switch on, device on.
Basic SmartWire installation
One switch for each device.
Switch on, device on.
Monitors on both devices for
•
Current (Amps)
•
Voltage
•
Status (on/off/blown fuse)
Option #1 SmartWire installation
One switch for both devices.
Switch on, both devices on.
SmartWire can toggle both devices on/off at
set timer intervals
Monitors both devices for
•
Current (Amps)
•
Voltage
•
Status (on/off/blown fuse)
Option #2 SmartWire installation
One switch for manual override, V-Net sensor used
for trigger
Switch on, devices on regardless of temperature
input.
Switch off; SmartWire is programmed to
automatically turn both devices on at user set
temperatures based on V-Net input. SmartWire can
toggle both devices on/off at set timer intervals
Sensor failure, SmartWire can be programmed to
force devices on should temperature go outside
sensor readable scale regardless of switch position.
Monitors both outputs/devices for
•
Current (Amps)
•
Voltage
•
Status (on/off/blown fuse)
Hardwired
Input
Hardwired
Input
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Option #3 SmartWire installation in conjunction ith Racepak V-Net data recorder
When connected to a V-Net data recorder, each sensor can be utilized for on/off function or logic control of
each device connected to the SmartWire. Optional Racepak Switch Panels or Switch Modules can also added
and connected to the SmartWire for more inputs and/or control.
Main Power from Battery
or cut-off switch
Battery
Cut-Off
Switch
Alt
SmartWire
Unit
Hardwired Inputs Outputs
Battery Input
Main stud
Optional Switch
Panel Inputs
Voltage
triggered
Switches
Solenoids
Fan
Fuel Pump
Outputs to
additional
devices
Lights
Ground triggered
switches
Voltage triggered switches
Optional Switch Panel
Ignition
ECU
Ground
triggered
Switches
M
M
Starter
Note:
Most ignition and ECU systems require a direct main power connection.
This main power connection must go directly to the battery. DO NOT connect
the main power wire from these devices to the SmartWire outputs. Each of
these devices will also have a small wire requiring an ignition switched power
source. This small wire will connect to an output from the SmartWire.
Optional
V-Net
Inputs
Sensor
Input To Data
Recorder
To Display
Dash
Sensor
Input
V-Net Data
Recorder
Ground
(3 wires)
Water pump
Starter
Solenoid
Switch port V-Net port
Optional
Switch
Module
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DatalinkII Software Installation
The DatalinkII software is utilized to program the SmartWire unit. If a previous version of DatalinkII exists on
the programming PC, update to the latest DatalinkII software (version 3.8.4 or higher), included with the
SmartWire package.
Please note that “DatalinkII ” is the latest generation of Racepak software and supersedes the first generation
known as DatalinkII. DatalinkII began with version 1.0. Therefore, DatalinkII version 3.4 would be a more
recent version than DatalinkI version 5.5.
NOTE: The follo ing instructions update existing versions of DatalinkII soft are.
During the program installation (step 7), select the unit to be utilized. Be sure to select
“SmartWire”, as this ill install the necessary files needed for the SmartWire unit.
To install the soft are
1. Close all/any programs before beginning the DatalinkII installation
2. Insert DatalinkII CD into CD/DVD drive of PC and close bay door
3. After a few seconds, the installation program should automatically start
4. “Welcome to the Install Wizard for DatalinkII”. Click Next
5. “License Agreement”. after reading, Click Yes
6. “Choose Destination Location” Default C \Program Files\DatalinkII, Click Next
7. “Data Logger Installation and Support”, Select the check box for SmartWire, Click Next
8. “Select Program Folder”, Default is DatalinkII, Click Next
9. Install will start as noted by progress bar
10. If install for the first time, a “Welcome to the Install Wizard for PL-2303 USB-to-Serial” window
will open, Click Next
11. “License Agreement”, after reading, Click YES
12. Installation PL-2303 Wizard Complete, Click Finish
13. Installation Wizard Complete, Click Finish
14. DatalinkII will now open
15. Software Installation Complete
Upon completion of installation, a new shortcut icon (shown right) will be added to the PC desktop
with a title “DatalinkII Program”. Double click on the icon to start the DatalinkII software.
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onfiguration Files
The SmartWire unit is shipped from Racepak, with factory default settings. The end user must program the
SmartWire for each particular application and wiring termination. To modify the settings of the SmartWire unit,
a PC/laptop must be connected to the SmartWire in one of the two fashions shown below. A configuration file
on the PC/laptop will then be opened and synced (READ from) the unit. Once the settings are read from the
SmartWire, changes are made, and SENT/WRITE back to the SmartWire.
Stand Alone or with V-Net sensors, No Data Recorder
When utilizing the SmartWire as a standalone system (i.e. not connected via V-Net to a compatible Racepak
Data Recorder), the factory car configuration file was copied onto the PC during the DatalinkII software
installation, and will be listed as SmartWire_Config. The configuration file contains the setup information for
the SmartWire unit, and each of the internal channels connected to the SmartWire unit.
Use this file to modify the setup of the SmartWire or to view real time data.
1. Connect PC to SmartWire unit using the USB programming cable supplied with
SmartWire unit system. The programming port is located next to the status lights
on the SmartWire unit (shown right).
2. Ensure the main power is turned on for the SmartWire. The Po er light will be on
and lit Red when power is on.
3. Start the DatalinkII program by double clicking on the DatalinkII Program icon located
on the Windows desktop of PC (shown right).
4. Open the car configuration file. To open the car configuration file, select File
located in the main menu bar across the top of the screen and select Open Car
Configuration. (shown right).
5. The dialog box (shown right) will be displayed
6. The list on the left-hand side of the Select
Configuration dialog box will display all of the file
folders in the RacePakData subdirectory
(C \RacePakData) that contain valid configuration
files with a .rcg file extension. Select the SmartWire
listing by selecting with the cursor.
7. The list on the right will now contain the list of configuration files contained in this folder. The factory
configuration file for the SmartWire unit will be located here. Select the OK button
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SmartWire with Data Recorder
If utilizing the SmartWire unit with any of the compatible Racepak Data Recorders (i.e. connected via V-Net to
compatible Racepak data recorders), the same car configuration file utilized to program the data recorder will be
also be utilized to program the SmartWire. The SmartWire will need to be synced into the existing car
configuration file. Once READ in (synced), channel buttons for the SmartWire unit will appear in the data
recorder configuration file.
1. Connect PC to data recorder using the programming cable supplied with data
recorder system.
2. Ensure the main power is turned on for both the SmartWire AND data recorder.
The Po er light on the SmartWire should be lit Red.
3. Start the DatalinkII program by double clicking on the DatalinkII
Program icon located on the Windows desktop of PC.
4. Open the car configuration file. To open the car configuration file, select File
located in the main menu bar across the top of the screen, and select Open
Car Configuration. (shown right).
5. The dialog box shown below will be displayed.
6. The list on the left-hand side of the Select Configuration dialog
box will display all of the file folders in the RacePakData
subdirectory (C \RacePakData) that contain valid configuration files
with a .rcg file extension. Select the item that matches data
recorders serial number by left clicking on it with the mouse
(shown in example is V300SD_4447).
7. The list on the right will now show the list of configuration files contained in this folder. Select the item
which matches the data recorder serial number by left clicking, then the OK button.
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General Reading and Sending/Writing onfiguration File Settings
When connected to the PC, there is not a continuous communication between the SmartWire and PC
configuration file. Communication is only during Reading and Sending commands. It is best to open a
configuration file and perform a global Read command to insure the settings viewed on the PC are currently
programmed in the SmartWire. To perform this global read command;
1. Open the Car Configuration as shown in the previous sections
2. Select Edit from the menu task bar located at the top of the screen
3. Select Read V-Net Config or select the Read button from the toolbar
4. A message log window will open and start scrolling indicating the reading is in process from the
system
5. When the message dialog box reads “DEVICES READ SUCCESSFULLY”, click OK
6. Select File from the menu task bar located at the top of the screen
7. Click Save to save these current settings to the configuration file.
At this time, it is possible to modify the settings and send updates to the SmartWire. Each window has a Send
Configuration button. This will send just the opened windows parameters.
1. To Send the entire configuration file to the SmartWire, select Edit from the menu task bar located at
the top of the screen
2. Select Write V-Net Config or select the Write button from the toolbar
3. After any changes, periodically save the configuration file to ensure it stays in sync for offline
viewing.
General Modifying of SmartWire Programming
To modify the SmartWire setup, perform the following steps
1. Connect PC to Racepak unit using one of the previously mentioned methods
2. Apply power to unit
3. Start the DatalinkII program on PC and open the appropriate car configuration file
4. Select the device/channel to be modified
5. Make the desired modifications to the device/channel
6. SEND/WRITE the modified configuration to the device
7. Save the modified car configuration file
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SmartWire Programming
Using the previous instructions, it is now time to begin programming / configuration of the SmartWire unit. The
following general steps are performed to setup input channels, setup the output channels and program the logic
for the output channels to enable the output to perform its intended purpose.
1. Select the INPUT channel to be program
2. Configure the input channel for its intended purpose and Send these settings to the SmartWire
3. Select the OUTPUT channel to be program
4. Configure the output for its intended device and Send these settings to the SmartWire
5. Configure the outputs ON CONDITIONS and LOGIC for proper control of the device and Send
these settings to the SmartWire
6. SAVE the updated car configuration file on the PC
The following pages will describe each window within the SmartWire configuration file. Using the Hardware
Installation Manual AND the Software/Programming Manual, along with using the previously mentioned
instructions, should provide a better understanding of the steps of installing and programming the SmartWire
unit.
At this point it would be best to have a generalized plan for the outputs and inputs of the SmartWire system.
This plan should include the following steps
1. What will be connected and used as the inputs (switches/buttons)?
• Starter button, Ign. switch, Light switch, Fuel Pump, Fan, Water Pump, etc.
2. What will the outputs connect to (devices)?
• Starter Solenoid, Ignition system, ECU, Lights, Fuel Pump, Fans, Water Pump, etc.
3. What Conditions/Logic will be used to control the outputs?
• Starter button for Starter Solenoid activation
• Ignition switch to turn on Ignition system, ECU, and Fuel Pump
• Light Switch to turn on all Lights
• Cooling Switch to turn on Fans and Water Pump
Allo ample time to program and ire the SmartWire.
It is recommended to initially install the Main Po er and Ground ires first in order to program
each input and output. Once programmed, terminate and ire only the necessary connections. Do
not terminate every connection, unless a device ill be connected.
To get the most out of the Racepak SmartWire unit, it is highly recommended to thoroughly read the
entire manual before installation and use of the Racepak SmartWire unit. In addition, test the
SmartWire unit and settings/functions before use. The race track is not the place to determine something
is not orking properly!
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General SmartWire Unit Overview
Po er Light Status Light
No Power
1
Off Off
Powered on with no issues, Normal Solid Red Solid Green
Powered on with a Blown Fuse
2
Solid Red Solid Red
Firmware Update in progress Solid Green Solid Green
Firmware Update failure
Flashing Red
Off
1
No power could be due to no power at main stud, no ground to main unit, or Shutdown pin is grounded.
2
Blown fuse on one or more circuits
NOTE: The SmartWire is designed as a s itching control unit. The SmartWire unit is not
designed as a main po er feed for certain high current items. These items include, but not limited
to ignition and electronic fuel systems. Refer to device manual for po er requirements.
If the manufacturer recommends the main po er be connected to the main direct battery po er,
follo the manufacturer’s requirement and DO NOT connect items through the SmartWire.
V-Net Port:
Connection for V-Net
devices if utilized
Main Stud:
Main power for SmartWire
from battery
11.5 volts minimum for
typically operating
T o 23 Pin Amp connectors for:
• Thirty Outputs Output to all vehicle devices requiring switched power
• Twelve Hardwired Direct Inputs Inputs from switches and buttons
• Three SmartWire Ground Main grounding for SmartWire unit
• One Shutdown Pin Main power shutdown for SmartWire when grounded
S itch Port:
Connection for External Switch
Panels/Modules if utilized
Lights:
Po er:
• Red when powered
Status:
• Green when no fuses are blown
•
Red when a fuse is blown
USB Programming Port:
Used for programming when no V-Net
data recorder is connected.
Note: Not used when SmartWire is
utilized with a V-Net Data recorder.
Programming will then be performed
through the data recorder.
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onfiguration File (setup file)
Viewed by opening the car configuration file by one of the below methods
• Standalone –FileOpen Car ConfigurationSmartWireClick OK
• Via Data Recorder – FileOpen Car ConfigurationThe data recorderClick OK
NOTE: When via Data Recorder, the SmartWire channels ill only appear after the SmartWire
has been connected and synced up ith the data recorder by performing a Read V-Net Config.
NOTE: If optional S itch Panel and/or S itch Module is installed, a separate channel, for each,
may appear ith hat is sho n belo . See S itch Panel Section for programming details.
Next to the graph tab, a tab appears with a blue wrench. This blue wrench designates the configuration file tab.
Listed below the configuration tab are the buttons for each of the channels on the SmartWire unit.
Channel buttons:
By right-clicking on each channel button, the channel settings for that particular channel are available.
SmartWire#1 Channel button to access the SmartWire main unit system settings (SmartWire
Parameters)
SM1 Output #1 – SM1 Output #30 Output channels 1-30. Each of these buttons accesses the
channel settings for each SmartWire output. See inside back cover for pin locations on main connectors.
SM1 S itches: Hardwired input switches to SmartWire unit, input channels 1-12. This channel
button contains the settings for each of the 12 input connections to the SmartWire. See inside back cover for pin
locations on main connectors.
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SmartWire Main Unit Settings
Accessed by right-clicking on the main
SmartWire channel button
• Device Name: Name of SmartWire unit.
Defa lt=SmartWire #1
• Type: Device Type Non-programmable
• VNet Update Rate: Sample rate of the broadcast of this channel out to other devices/channels on the V-
Net. Defa lt=20
• VNET ID: ID of the broadcast of this channel out to other devices/channels on the V-Net. DO NOT
CHANGE-FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY!
• S itch Bus Update Rate: Sample rate of the broadcast between SmartWire unit and items connected to
the switch port on the SmartWire unit. Defa lt=10
• Logger Sample Rate: Logging sample rate of this channels when used with a Racepak data logger.
Defa lt=20
• Unit Serial #: Serial Number of SmartWire unit. Non-programmable
• Firm are Version: SmartWire unit internal software version (see firmware pdate section for details)
• SmartWire Device Number: SmartWire device number. Used when multiple SmartWire units are
installed in same vehicle Defa lt=1 (changing this number will reset unit to factory settings)
• VNET Bus Terminating Resistor: Each end of the V-Net bus must be terminated. This setting allows
the user to either enable or disable the internal resistor. Defa lt=Off DO NOT CHANGE-FOR
ADVANCED USERS ONLY!
• S itch Bus Terminating Resistor: Each end of the Switch bus must be terminated. This setting allows
the user to either enable or disable the internal resistor. Defa lt=On DO NOT CHANGE-FOR
ADVANCED USERS ONLY!
• Supply VNET Bus Po er When: This setting is used to manage if/when the V-Net system receives
power from the SmartWire unit. This manages the power to the items connected to the V-Net port on the
SmartWire unit. Defa lt=Always On
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• Supply S itch Bus Po er When: This setting is used to manage if/when the switch port receives
power from the SmartWire unit. This manages the power to the items connected to the switch port on
the SmartWire unit. Defa lt= Always On
• VNET Bus Gate ay: Defa lt=On DO NOT CHANGE-FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY!
• Internal Temp Units: Determines unit of measure for the internal temperature sensor when logged.
Defa lt= °F
• Real-Time Telemetering Setup (Graph Vie ): To perform a Real-Time graphing, channels must be
selected and sent to the SmartWire unit using the Real-Time Telemetering Setup windows. (See Real-
Time Viewing section)
Buttons (lo er right of indo ):
• Start All Channels Live Data (List Vie ): When a real-time graph is not required, this button can be
selected to show a real-time list of channels. Shows SmartWire outputs and hardwired inputs only.
• Start Channel Live Data: Shows real-time data for this one particular window.
• Send Configuration: Sends the windows current values of this channel to the SmartWire
• Read Configuration: Reads the values from the SmartWire and populates the window with the
currently programmed values of this channel.
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Outputs (channels 1-30)
Accessed by right-clicking on the SM1-
SM30 output channel button (Refer to channel/pin chart
on last page of this manual)
• Channel Name: Can be changed to match the
device this output is connected to for ease of
future programming. It is recommended to start
the name with a reference to the channel number
(ex output #12 for Fuel Pump = “O12 Fuel
Pump”). Name must start with a letter.
Defa lt=SM1 O tp t #n
• Type: SMARTWIRE 20A or SMARTWIRE 10A Designates the particular channel type. Device
connected to this channel sho ld not exceed the listed c rrent rating. Non-programmable
• Channel Mode: Enabled or Disabled, designates channel output mode Defa lt=Enabled
• Vnet ID: ID of the broadcast of this channel out to other devices/channels on the V-Net.
DO NOT CHANGE-FOR ADVANCED USERS
• Unit Serial #: Serial number of the SmartWire unit this output pertains to.
• Output Function: Constant On, Flash, Latch On, Single Pulse, Windshield Wiper; Defa lt=Constant
On
o Constant On: When on condition is met (true), output will remain on until on condition is not
met (false). On/Off Delay times are active when selected.
o Flash: When on condition is met (true), output will flash on/off until on condition is not met
(false). On/Off Delay times and Flash On/Off times are active when selected.
o Latch On: When on condition is met (true), output will latch (lock) on and remain on regardless
of on condition (true or false). In order to reset, master power must be cycled to off position. On
Delay time is active when selected.
o Single Pulse: When on condition is met (true), output will activate once regardless of condition.
On Delay and Pulse Time is active. Once Pulse Time is finished, condition must go false in order
to restart output on next true condition.
NOTE: Once activated, the o tp t will r n thro gh the cycle regardless of the on-condition.
O tp t is active once on-condition is met regardless how long the on condition remains tr e.
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o Windshield Wiper: Only available on output channel 19 (pin A17). Allows a direct method to
be utilized for windshield wiper motor/parking operation. When a direct method is used, a
reference channel named Wiper Brake Control Channel becomes selectable. An input channel
must be selected in order to Park the wipers in the correct location. This is the channel that will
be the input referenced for the Park position. See SmartWire Installation manual for further
details.
• Output Number: Designates the output channel number (not actual pin/connection number)
• Missing VNET Message Logic: Designates the condition for any of the Setpoint Control Channels,
used in this particular channels operation, should they become inactive/missing on the VNET CAN bus.
Example: A water temp sensor is used in the logic to turn on/off this output to control a fan. When the
water temp goes above 180F, the condition for this would go True, therefore making the fan output
condition True and the fan would turn on. If by chance, this water temp sensor module becomes
inactive/unplugged at any time then the “Missing VNet Message Logic” setting will be referenced for
this channel. In a case where the water temp sensor module becomes inactive/unplugged, if set to
“Condition True” this would turn the fan on. If set to “Condition False” the fan would never turn and
overheating will occur. Defa lt=Condition False
NOTE: For critical controlled items, a range check should be performed on any input channel
(sensor) associated ith the output. This range should be taken into consideration hen
programmed into the True/False settings, to ensure the output ill be in a non-problematic
state should the input channel (sensor) fail or go outside its operating range.
• Fuse Current: Fuse value, this is the max current that is allowed before fuse is blown (output off).
Higher numbers than the channel output are possible only for surge (momentary) times. Defa lt=20 on
20 amp Type, 15 on 10 amp Type.
• Logger Sample Rate: Logging sample rate of this channels when used with a Racepak data logger.
Defa lt=off
• Current Graph Min: Minimum graph scaling for the Current (Amp) Y axis of this channel. Pertains
only to logging of this channel. Defa lt=0
• Current Graph Max: Maximum graph scaling for the Current (Amp) Y axis of this channel. Pertains
only to logging of this channel. Defa lt=35
• Volts Graph Min: Minimum graph scaling for the Volts Y axis of this channel. Pertains only to logging
of this channel. Defa lt=0
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