The VMS 350 Keyboard The VMS 350 is controlled by a small keyboard. The large knob can be turned left or right and is also be pressed. Think of this knob as being the “mouse” pointer for the computer – it's the main way one provides input into the system.
Chass This key enters into the three sets of helpful chassis screens. These are the Tire Pressure page(s)*, Chassis Statistics and Metrics on the Second page, and Diagnostics on the Third. Trip This key presents current trip statistics and the ability to reset or view prior trips.
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VMS 350 may not be supported. Whereas most of the gauges are read directly from the engine and transmission, a few gauges are unique to the VMS 350. In particular, the Recent MPG and Real MPG are special data items calculated by the VMS 350 to help get the best possible fuel economy.
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The Transmission Mode icon indicates whether the transmission is in “Performance” or “Economy” mode by displaying letters P or E. The mode can be changed by pressing the “mode” key on the shifter pad. Driving in “Economy” mode, all the time, significantly improves fuel economy at no loss of performance.
Configuration Screen This screen appears with a second knob-press. It allows for adjusting the time and date, view engine diagnostics and other details, and access other features of the VMS 350.
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• View Communications . For troubleshooting during installation. • Tweak Display. This allows optimizing the VMS 350 viewing by shifting the screen slightly and changing brightness and contrast. • Adjust Fuel (Sensor) Settings. Allows fine tuning or 'skewing' the fuel readings.
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Expanded Keyboard Help Helpful Hint: N/D means Not Detected or not installed; if installed it may be having problems. View Three modes as covered in the beginning. House The top five items; TANKS, GENSET, AC POWER, DC POWER and FLOOR HEAT each have corresponding menus which appear in the lower half of the screen.
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Chass When installed, the first page begins with Tire Pressures as seen from a birds-eye view, coach heading to the left. Like the Drive screen, icons may replace tire pressure values if there are tire problems. A knob-press expands the view of the tire status to show the current pressure, temperature, leak-status and detected fault of each tire as its selected (use the knob).
To move a sensor from one tire to another, delete it from the original position, then follow the installation procedure just described. The sensor itself should be physically removed and allowed to sit for about two minutes before being reinstalled. Trip Screen The first “Detail”...
Miles to Go Use the knob to set this value. While driving, the VMS 350 will count down the miles, and provide a continuing estimate of the Time of Arrival and the amount of Fuel Required. These estimates will be based on the speed and fuel consumption averages for the Main Trip.
SilverLeaf Electronics. The warranty period shall be one year from date of purchase of the VMS 350™, or purchase of the finished coach with the VMS 350™ installed.
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