VOLO VP-16 User manual

VP-16 VP-16 VP-16
Performance Chip Performance Chip Performance Chip
Installation
Instructions
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WARNING
Do not use OBD splitters or stack other OBD devices with the VP16, including
scanners, monitors, modules, or other tuners. Additional devices will interfere
with the VP16 and cause erratic results.
Never Operate Your Vehicle In An Unsafe Manner
Do Not Use Touchscreen While Driving
Come to a to adjust settings or review information.complete stop
Never exceed legal speed limits on Public Streets. Performance tests, such as
Dyno run or acceleration tests, should only be performed on a closed circuit. A
loss of control from speeding could occur, causing serious or fatal injuries to
yourself or other motorists.
Potential Risk of Damage
Performance Testing/tuning is inherently stressful to your vehicle’s engine and
drivetrain. It is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is in good working order
and capable of handling these stresses before proceeding.
Battery Drain
The VP16 will automatically enter low-power Sleep Mode when the vehicle is
turned off. The VP16 Should be disconnected if you plan to park your vehicle for
more than a week.
Bus Interference
CONTENTS
WARNING
OVERVIEW
VP-16Setup
VP-16FirmwareUpdateProcess
Installation
Un-installation,Re-installation,andRe-programming
MajorFeatures
-Gauges
CustomizeGauges
-PerformanceTests
-Tuning
-Dyno
-PWM
-Mode
-Diagnosis
-Settings
P.02
P.03
P.06
P.08
P.11
P.14
P.15
P.16
P.21
P.27
P.28
P.29
P.31
P.32
P.33
P.34
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WARNING
Do not use OBD splitters or stack other OBD devices with the VP16, including
scanners, monitors, modules, or other tuners. Additional devices will interfere
with the VP16 and cause erratic results.
Never Operate Your Vehicle In An Unsafe Manner
Do Not Use Touchscreen While Driving
Come to a to adjust settings or review information.complete stop
Never exceed legal speed limits on Public Streets. Performance tests, such as
Dyno run or acceleration tests, should only be performed on a closed circuit. A
loss of control from speeding could occur, causing serious or fatal injuries to
yourself or other motorists.
Potential Risk of Damage
Performance Testing/tuning is inherently stressful to your vehicle’s engine and
drivetrain. It is your responsibility to ensure your vehicle is in good working order
and capable of handling these stresses before proceeding.
Battery Drain
The VP16 will automatically enter low-power Sleep Mode when the vehicle is
turned off. The VP16 Should be disconnected if you plan to park your vehicle for
more than a week.
Bus Interference
CONTENTS
WARNING
OVERVIEW
VP-16Setup
VP-16FirmwareUpdateProcess
Installation
Un-installation,Re-installation,andRe-programming
MajorFeatures
-Gauges
CustomizeGauges
-PerformanceTests
-Tuning
-Dyno
-PWM
-Mode
-Diagnosis
-Settings
P.02
P.03
P.06
P.08
P.11
P.14
P.15
P.16
P.21
P.27
P.28
P.29
P.31
P.32
P.33
P.34
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Overview
OBD Port
Magnetic mount
Auxiliary Port
Reset Button
Auxiliary Port Setup
Micro SD Card Slot
USB Port
The Auxiliary Port can be used to control external devices based on
engine parameters. Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 for a detailed
Auxiliary Port setup guide.
Volo VP-16
Performance Chip
OBD Cable
Windshield
Mount
Micro SD Card USB adaptor
Parts
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Overview
OBD Port
Magnetic mount
Auxiliary Port
Reset Button
Auxiliary Port Setup
Micro SD Card Slot
USB Port
The Auxiliary Port can be used to control external devices based on
engine parameters. Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 for a detailed
Auxiliary Port setup guide.
Volo VP-16
Performance Chip
OBD Cable
Windshield
Mount
Micro SD Card USB adaptor
Parts
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–Remove Micro SD Card
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adaptor, then plug the adapter
into your PC.
–Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 to download and install VLINK-16
program.
VP-16 Setup
★If you select dealer program, then you can skip this step.
1. Remove Micro SD Card
2. Install VLINK-16
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
Push in First Then Remove
Micro SD Card
Micro SD Card holds all of your settings and vehicle
specific information, and is also used to update firmware.
Removal
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
USB Adaptor
Insert Card into Reader Then
Plug Reader into USB
★If you need to replace the SD card, please contact Volo Performance Inc.
or your local distributors.
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–Remove Micro SD Card
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adaptor, then plug the adapter
into your PC.
–Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 to download and install VLINK-16
program.
VP-16 Setup
★If you select dealer program, then you can skip this step.
1. Remove Micro SD Card
2. Install VLINK-16
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
Push in First Then Remove
Micro SD Card
Micro SD Card holds all of your settings and vehicle
specific information, and is also used to update firmware.
Removal
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
USB Adaptor
Insert Card into Reader Then
Plug Reader into USB
★If you need to replace the SD card, please contact Volo Performance Inc.
or your local distributors.
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VP-16 Firmware
Update Process
★The VP-16 firmware will be updated from time to time.
If there is a firmware update, follow this page to update it.
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★Please follow the official volochip Facebook site to receive
updates.
www.facebook.com/volochip/
★Please confirm your current firmware version before running
updates.
–Start VLINK-16 program, make sure the is displayed next to the SD
card icon on the lower left corner before setting. Then select the
mark, model, year, sub-model, and engine of your vehicle from the
drop-down menu, then click the to save the settings into
your SD card.
–Or enter your VIN number to automatically download vehicle tuning
data to your Micro SD Card.
–Return the Micro SD Card to Vp16
–Each time when you start VLINK-16 program, it will automatically run
updates if your computer stays connected with the Internet. It will
not be notified if there are any differences between the installation
instructions and the actual updates.
★Follow your VP16's on-screen instructions to complete the tuning and calibration.
★If you need to install VP-16 Performance Chip to a new vehicle, please follow
the steps above to re-program the vehicle settings.
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VP-16 Firmware
Update Process
★The VP-16 firmware will be updated from time to time.
If there is a firmware update, follow this page to update it.
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★Please follow the official volochip Facebook site to receive
updates.
www.facebook.com/volochip/
★Please confirm your current firmware version before running
updates.
–Start VLINK-16 program, make sure the is displayed next to the SD
card icon on the lower left corner before setting. Then select the
mark, model, year, sub-model, and engine of your vehicle from the
drop-down menu, then click the to save the settings into
your SD card.
–Or enter your VIN number to automatically download vehicle tuning
data to your Micro SD Card.
–Return the Micro SD Card to Vp16
–Each time when you start VLINK-16 program, it will automatically run
updates if your computer stays connected with the Internet. It will
not be notified if there are any differences between the installation
instructions and the actual updates.
★Follow your VP16's on-screen instructions to complete the tuning and calibration.
★If you need to install VP-16 Performance Chip to a new vehicle, please follow
the steps above to re-program the vehicle settings.
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–After update is completed, please on the back of press the reset button
the screen to reboot the vp16 to use the update features.
–After the update is completed, insert the SD card back into the VP-16,
install it back in the car, and start the engine. The VP-16 will be
automatically updated. (It will take 5 ~ 15 minutes to update, there is
no need to perform performance tune / adjustment after the update is
completed)
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.
–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.
–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16
1. Remove Micro SD Card
2. The Update Process
Update Available
–Start VLINK-16 program, then plug the SD card adapter into your PC. The
"Update Available" will show-up automatically on the left side of the
screen. On the next page, click "Install Latest" to proceed update. Please
wait for the update process to be finished to unplug the SD card adapter.
( You don't need to re-download the settings for the vehicle). Or, you can
choose the firmware versions from the list as recommended or preferred.
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
–Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 to download and install VLINK-16
program.
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–After update is completed, please on the back of press the reset button
the screen to reboot the vp16 to use the update features.
–After the update is completed, insert the SD card back into the VP-16,
install it back in the car, and start the engine. The VP-16 will be
automatically updated. (It will take 5 ~ 15 minutes to update, there is
no need to perform performance tune / adjustment after the update is
completed)
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.
–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16
–Insert Micro SD Card into the included USB adapter.
–Remove Micro SD Card from VP-16
1. Remove Micro SD Card
2. The Update Process
Update Available
–Start VLINK-16 program, then plug the SD card adapter into your PC. The
"Update Available" will show-up automatically on the left side of the
screen. On the next page, click "Install Latest" to proceed update. Please
wait for the update process to be finished to unplug the SD card adapter.
( You don't need to re-download the settings for the vehicle). Or, you can
choose the firmware versions from the list as recommended or preferred.
★Do Not format the SD card, otherwise the VP-16 will not work properly.
–Visit www.volochip.tw/vp-16 to download and install VLINK-16
program.
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ThrottlePos.%
Volo Vp16 Initial Setup
2. Go to to set the units you prefer.Settings > Units
3. Go to to set the Brightness, Dim Level, Sleep Delay Settings > Device
(Initial @ 20), Sleep mode(Initial @ ECU), Refresh Rate ( Initial @ 100,
Do not adjust refresh delay unless advised by Volo performance Inc. or
your local distributors), and Advanced Mode ( After the advanced mode is
checked and turned on, more advanced data will be added to the
customize gauges. )
1. Go to to set the language you prefer. Settings > Language
Turn on your engine press the reset button, then behind
the VP16 performance chip. VP16 will reboot. Follow
the steps below while .engine is idling
(AdvancedModeOff/On)
Installation
1. Connect OBD Cable
2. Install Magnetic Mount
–Route the cable away from the pedals and up to the windshield.
–Push the cable into the VP16's OBD port until it clicks.
–Cable must be secured so it cannot interfere with vehicle operation.
–Connect the OBD Cable to your OBD-II port, usually found on the
driver's side under the dash.
–Remove the protective film from the suction cup.
–Make sure your windshield is clean and dry.
–Raise the lever, then press the suction cup mount firmly against your
windshield, then press lever down.
–Placement must not interfere with your view of road.
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ThrottlePos.%
Volo Vp16 Initial Setup
2. Go to to set the units you prefer.Settings > Units
3. Go to to set the Brightness, Dim Level, Sleep Delay Settings > Device
(Initial @ 20), Sleep mode(Initial @ ECU), Refresh Rate ( Initial @ 100,
Do not adjust refresh delay unless advised by Volo performance Inc. or
your local distributors), and Advanced Mode ( After the advanced mode is
checked and turned on, more advanced data will be added to the
customize gauges. )
1. Go to to set the language you prefer. Settings > Language
Turn on your engine press the reset button, then behind
the VP16 performance chip. VP16 will reboot. Follow
the steps below while .engine is idling
(AdvancedModeOff/On)
Installation
1. Connect OBD Cable
2. Install Magnetic Mount
–Route the cable away from the pedals and up to the windshield.
–Push the cable into the VP16's OBD port until it clicks.
–Cable must be secured so it cannot interfere with vehicle operation.
–Connect the OBD Cable to your OBD-II port, usually found on the
driver's side under the dash.
–Remove the protective film from the suction cup.
–Make sure your windshield is clean and dry.
–Raise the lever, then press the suction cup mount firmly against your
windshield, then press lever down.
–Placement must not interfere with your view of road.
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4.Back to the main menu, Tap the button and follow the on-screen Tuning
instructions to set your tuning options. Verify you have three green
checkmarks , then press start to begin calibration. (The Tuning process
must be repeated to change tune modes or to add/remove performance
modifications.)
5.The calibration takes around 5~6
minutes to complete. Keep engine
at idle and vehicle stationary for
the duration of the calibration
process. After calibration
completes, the VP16 requires an
adjustment period represented by a
progress bar on the lower left
corner. All performance
enhancements will be optimized
after the adjustment period is
completed.
Un-installation, Re-installation,
and Re-programming
VP-16 un-installation & re-installation
–If you disconnected the VP-16 performance chip from your
vehicle for a , please long period of time press the reset button
behind the screen to reconnect. Please also redo for best "Tuning"
results.
–If you disconnected the VP-16 performance chip from temparally
your vehicle, please behind the screen to re-press the reset button
connect.
Re-programming for a new vehicle
–If you need to install VP-16 Performance Chip , please to a new vehicle
follow the steps (P6-P13) to re-program the vehicle settings before using
it.
★Before disconnecting or changing your battery, please un-install the VP-
16 performance chip.
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4.Back to the main menu, Tap the button and follow the on-screen Tuning
instructions to set your tuning options. Verify you have three green
checkmarks , then press start to begin calibration. (The Tuning process
must be repeated to change tune modes or to add/remove performance
modifications.)
5.The calibration takes around 5~6
minutes to complete. Keep engine
at idle and vehicle stationary for
the duration of the calibration
process. After calibration
completes, the VP16 requires an
adjustment period represented by a
progress bar on the lower left
corner. All performance
enhancements will be optimized
after the adjustment period is
completed.
Un-installation, Re-installation,
and Re-programming
VP-16 un-installation & re-installation
–If you disconnected the VP-16 performance chip from your
vehicle for a , please long period of time press the reset button
behind the screen to reconnect. Please also redo for best "Tuning"
results.
–If you disconnected the VP-16 performance chip from temparally
your vehicle, please behind the screen to re-press the reset button
connect.
Re-programming for a new vehicle
–If you need to install VP-16 Performance Chip , please to a new vehicle
follow the steps (P6-P13) to re-program the vehicle settings before using
it.
★Before disconnecting or changing your battery, please un-install the VP-
16 performance chip.
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Tap on the instant speed or
instant horsepower, you can
change the data you wish to
display from the customize
gauges (for customize gauges,
see P.21 ~ 26 )
Features
(Default) Shows the vehicle's instantaneous speed, engine rpm,
and instant horsepower output. The left area graphs speed, engine
rpm, and instant horsepower output.
on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
Power Graph
Gauge
0-100km & 1/4 Mile
acceleration tests.
Vehicleperformancetuning
Dyno test and comparison
of results
VehicleDiagnosisand
CodeClearing
Variousparameter
settings
All New 8 Major Features
(Free Firmware Updates for Life! New features coming soon.)
Gauges Varioustypesofvehicle
datadisplay
Performance
Tuning Diagnostics
PWM
Settings
Dyno
External device settings
MODE Fast switching of
driving modes
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Tap on the instant speed or
instant horsepower, you can
change the data you wish to
display from the customize
gauges (for customize gauges,
see P.21 ~ 26 )
Features
(Default) Shows the vehicle's instantaneous speed, engine rpm,
and instant horsepower output. The left area graphs speed, engine
rpm, and instant horsepower output.
on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
Power Graph
Gauge
0-100km & 1/4 Mile
acceleration tests.
Vehicleperformancetuning
Dyno test and comparison
of results
VehicleDiagnosisand
CodeClearing
Variousparameter
settings
All New 8 Major Features
(Free Firmware Updates for Life! New features coming soon.)
Gauges Varioustypesofvehicle
datadisplay
Performance
Tuning Diagnostics
PWM
Settings
Dyno
External device settings
MODE Fast switching of
driving modes
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Eco Gauge
Digital display of the vehicle's MPG Average, Cost Per Mile, Trip Cost,
and Trip Miles. The bar-graph gauge in the center displays instantaneous
fuel efficiency. Keep the bar green for maximum efficiency. on
means your instant fuel consumption is lower then average.
on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
- Tap on MPG Average、Cost Per
Mile、Trip Cost、Trip Miles, you can
change the data you wish to display from
the customize gauges (for customize
gauges, see P.21 ~ 26).
- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
Eco Graph
Digital display of the vehicle's MPG Average, Trip Cost, and Trip Miles. The
left area graphs MPG Average over time. The bar-graph gauge in the center
displays instantaneous fuel efficiency. Keep the bar green for maximum
efficiency. on means your instant fuel consumption is lower then
average. on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
- Tap on MPG Average、Trip Cost、Trip
Miles, you can change the data you
wish to display from the customize
gauges
(for customize gauges, see P.21 ~ 26) .
- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
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Eco Gauge
Digital display of the vehicle's MPG Average, Cost Per Mile, Trip Cost,
and Trip Miles. The bar-graph gauge in the center displays instantaneous
fuel efficiency. Keep the bar green for maximum efficiency. on
means your instant fuel consumption is lower then average.
on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
- Tap on MPG Average、Cost Per
Mile、Trip Cost、Trip Miles, you can
change the data you wish to display from
the customize gauges (for customize
gauges, see P.21 ~ 26).
- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
Eco Graph
Digital display of the vehicle's MPG Average, Trip Cost, and Trip Miles. The
left area graphs MPG Average over time. The bar-graph gauge in the center
displays instantaneous fuel efficiency. Keep the bar green for maximum
efficiency. on means your instant fuel consumption is lower then
average. on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day / night time)
- Tap on MPG Average、Trip Cost、Trip
Miles, you can change the data you
wish to display from the customize
gauges
(for customize gauges, see P.21 ~ 26) .
- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
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- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
Multi
Gauge 6
Tap on Speed MPH, Intake Temp F,
Power HP, Torque FTLB, Coolent Temp
F, and Volts.you can change the data
you wish to display from the customize
gauges (for customize gauges, see
P.21 ~ 26).
Digital display of the vehicle's Speed MPH, Intake Temp F, Power HP,
Torque FTLB, Coolent Temp F, and Volts. on means your instant
fuel consumption is lower then average.
on the lower right corner
is dimmer control (day / night time)
Multi
Gauge 4
Digital display of the vehicle's Speed MPH, Coolent Temp F, Power HP,
and Torque FTLB. on means your instant fuel consumption is lower
then average. on the lower right corner is dimmer control (day /
night time)
Tap on Speed MPH, Coolent Temp F,
Power HP, and Torque FTLB, you can
change the data you wish to display
from the customize gauges (for
customize gauges, see P.21 ~ 26).
- After each refueling, please tap on
"Fill Up" to enter the fuel sale amount
and the number of liters to help the
VP-16 accurately calculate your fuel
consumption and Trip Costs.
- Tap on to zero Trip Cost and "Reset"
Trip Miles.
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