Innovate MTX-A Installation Manual

Innovate MTX-A Installation Manual

Fuel pressure gauge

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MTX-A, Fuel Pressure Gauge
Contents
1
Mounting and Sensor Installation ............................................................. 2
1.1
Gauge Mounting .............................................................................. 2
1.1.1
Changing the MTX-A's Gauge Bezel .......................................... 2
1.2
Fuel Pressure Sensor ...................................................................... 2
2
Wiring ....................................................................................................... 3
2.1
Main Gauge Wiring .......................................................................... 3
2.2
Fuel Pressure Sensor Wiring .......................................................... 3
3
Download the Logworks 3 software package .......................................... 4
3.1
Installing software ............................................................................ 4
3.2
LM Programmer Software ............................................................... 4
3.2.1
Pressure Tab ............................................................................... 5
3.2.2
Updating the Firmware ................................................................ 5
3.3
LogWorks Software ......................................................................... 6
3.3.1
MTS Serial Communication ......................................................... 6
3.3.2
Logging data ................................................................................ 7
Appendix A: Limited Warranty ........................................................................ 8
0-100 PSI
11-0153

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  • Page 1 0-100 PSI Contents Mounting and Sensor Installation ............. 2 Gauge Mounting ................2 1.1.1 Changing the MTX-A’s Gauge Bezel .......... 2 Fuel Pressure Sensor ..............2 Wiring ....................... 3 Main Gauge Wiring ................3 Fuel Pressure Sensor Wiring ............3 Download the Logworks 3 software package ..........
  • Page 2: Mounting And Sensor Installation

    EMI (Electromagnetic interference) noise. The MTX-A gauge is splash resistant (not water proof) and can be mounted so that it is exposed to the outdoor elements. The MTX-A should not be submerged and special consideration should be taken to protect the gauge from direct water spray (water coming from a pressurized source.)
  • Page 3: Wiring

    Wiring Main Gauge Wiring 1. Connect the RED wire to a switched 12V source. A switched 12V source comes ON as soon as the ignition on the car is keyed on. Make sure the connection is fused with a minimum fuse size of 2A. Circuits that share power with the vehicle’s stereo, ignition system, ECU or fuel pump should not be used.
  • Page 4: Download The Logworks 3 Software Package

    LM Programmer is used to configure the pressure alarm and upgrade the firmware 1. Connect the OUT port of the MTX-A to the provided serial programming cable. Connect the other end of the serial programming cable to your computer. If your computer does not...
  • Page 5: Pressure Tab

    Windows task bar. 7. Once connected the LM Programmer will display the current version of the firmware that is installed in the MTX-A. Do not update the firmware if the versions are the same. A firmware update should only be necessary if there has been a new release.
  • Page 6: Logworks Software

    If your computer crashes during a firmware upgrade, the MTX-A gauge has a recovery mechanism where it will be able to retry the download again and not be disabled by half loaded firmware. Switch the MTX-A gauge off and on again and then reload LM Programmer. The recovery mechanism is designed to be able to recover 99.9% of the time.
  • Page 7: Logging Data

    MTS devices can be powered ON. 3.3.2 Logging data 1. Power OFF the MTX-A gauge 2. Connect the supplied serial cable to the port labeled OUT. 3. Power ON the MTX-A gauge. 4. Connect the serial cable to your computer. If you are using a serial to USB adapter, connect the serial cable to the adapter then connect the adapter to the computer.
  • Page 8: Appendix A: Limited Warranty

    Innovate stands behind the quality of its products. Innovate makes the following warranty to purchasers of its products: All new Innovate products carry a one year warranty from the date of purchase. If proof of purchase cannot be provided, warranty will be determined by date of manufacture.

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