DAVIS TECHNOLOGIES TMS-750-SL Manual

DAVIS TECHNOLOGIES TMS-750-SL Manual

Electronic traction control

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TMS-750-SL
ELECTRONIC
TRACTION CONTROL
US PATENT 6,577,944
Other Patents Pending

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  • Page 1 WWW.MORETRACTION.COM TMS-750-SL ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL US PATENT 6,577,944 Other Patents Pending...
  • Page 2 COPYRIGHT NOTICE Copyright © 1999-2013 Davis Technologies, LLC. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders. Any components shown are for illustration or instructional purposes only.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents ............1 Introduction ..............3 How Does It Work? ............4 Installation ..............6 Testing ................7 Forced Activation Test: ..........7 RPM Window Test: ............8 Traction Control Adjustments ........9 Traction Control Setup ..........10 Trigger Count: ............
  • Page 4 Advanced Main Tab Settings: ........22 More Tab Settings: ........... 24 More Tab Advanced Settings: ......... 26 Admin Tab: ..............28 USB to Serial Adapter: ........... 29 Handheld Programmer ..........30 DISCLAIMER ..............31 Notes ................32 Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Testing is very important since it will help you utilize this product to its full potential. Please read all of the instructions and information thoroughly before attempting to install or use this product. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 6: How Does It Work

    20-25% to fix it. But if the tire slip is detected within one cylinder worth of crank rotation, as the Davis Technologies systems do, then a small reduction in power can reduce or stop the tire slip.
  • Page 7 In fact, Davis Technologies’ systems are at least 20 times faster than other systems which are integrated into the fuel injection or ignition system.
  • Page 8: Installation

    The connection can be made anywhere between the distributor and the ignition box. (The wire color out of the TC unit should be the same as the wire coming from the ignition box.) Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 9: Testing

    The first timing retard stage will activate for 4 seconds, then the second stage for the next 4 seconds. Note: After the test is complete, the LED will blink to show the firmware version. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 10: Rpm Window Test

    DO NOT USE WINDOW MODE ON TRACK!! Note: After the test is complete, the LED will blink to show the firmware version. If unit does not pass all test, recheck all connections and test again. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 11: Traction Control Adjustments

    Traction Control Adjustments Davis Technologies’ patented systems have the ability to learn the amount of acceleration that the vehicle is achieving on average and activate the outputs if this learned average is exceeded. Different tracks, cars, conditions, etc. require different settings for the system to function effectively.
  • Page 12: Traction Control Setup

    Sample Rate, which makes the unit less sensitive, but faster to react. The higher the number the slower the Sample Rate, which makes the unit more sensitive, but slower to react. Valid settings are 1-5. (Default=5) Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 13: Configuring

    (example- 4 triggers/2=2) Release the “Test” button. The LED will flash to show the number of triggers the unit is now set to. (The Trigger Count must be set correctly for the accurate RPM calculations) Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 14: Starting Rpm

    The led will flash to show the value has been accepted. After about 1 second the LED will Blink to show the value that the Starting RPM is set to. The first digit is output followed by a short pause, then the second Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 15: Buffer

    Sample Rate value. Release the “Test” button, The LED will flash to show the value that the Sample Rate is now set to. Valid settings are 1-5. (Most users never need to adjust the Sample Rate) Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 16: Confirming Settings

    LED). After a short pause, the Led will flash for the value of Sample Rate, followed by a pause. Lastly, the LED will Flash the current Self Learning status value. (for tech support purposes only). Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 17: Advanced

    After a short pause, the LED will flash for the value of Minimum Corrections. (Default = 9) After a short pause, the LED will flash for the value of Type. (1 = Asphalt, 2 = Dirt) Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 18: Factory Reset

    Hold down the “Test” button Turn the power On While holding the “Test” button down, move the dial to the “Off“ position. Release the “Test” button, The LED will flash rapidly to indicate the Factory Settings have been restored. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 19: Firmware Updating

    Traction Control System. The traction control unit will need to be returned to Davis Technologies to have the updates installed and configured. Users should log onto www.moretraction.com, or call Davis Technologies, LLC tech department occasionally to check for updates.
  • Page 20 A system that uses a preset percentage of slip, between the rear wheel speed to front wheel (or ground) speed, cannot compensate for these changing conditions that are inherent in all types of racing. Traction Control Is What We Do! Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 21: Traction Control Panel Software

    TMS-9500-SL, and easily downloaded from the web site and installed on your computer. The Traction Control is connected to the computer via a serial cable or through a secure wireless Bluetooth connection. Tuning is achieved through a few simple mouse clicks. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 22: Main Tab Settings

    “Set Dials Here” box. When checked, the TC unit only uses the TCP settings, and the setting cannot be changed using the button on the unit. To use the button method, YOU MUST UN-CHECK THIS BOX! Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 23 Main Tab- Basic Screen Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 24: Advanced Main Tab Settings

    Advanced Main Tab Settings: These settings should only be adjusted if advised to do so by Davis Technologies! The Buffer setting is another feature that can be used to fine tune the system. The buffer sets the number of consecutive slip conditions required to cause a correction.
  • Page 25 Main Tab- Advanced Screen Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 26: More Tab Settings

    TC is picking up for each revolution of the measured shaft. most cases, this is the number of cylinders, divided by 2. For a V8, set the Triggers to 4. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 27 More Tab- Basic Screen Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 28: More Tab Advanced Settings

    RPM actually reached on the track. Min Corrections: sets the minimum number of cylinders, in full revolutions, that will be retarded if a correction is made by the traction control unit. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 29 More Tab- Advanced Screen Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 30: Admin Tab

    Admin Tab: The Admin screen is used to provide information about the unit for tech support by Davis Technologies. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 31: Usb To Serial Adapter

    Davis Technologies offers a model that has been tested on may brands of computers as well as across many operating systems. These are available for $29.95 from Davis Technologies directly. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 32: Handheld Programmer

    TCP software does, but is a simple, self contained system that does not require a computer. Most users prefer the handheld. The handheld programmer is available as a hard wired unit, or a wireless Bluetooth connected unit. Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 33: Disclaimer

    The Davis Technologies, LLC’s products and parts warranties are voided if the vehicle or part is used for competition or if they fail as a result of modification.
  • Page 34: Notes

    Notes Davis Technologies TMS-750-SL www.moretraction.com...
  • Page 35 Contact Information Technical support and sales may be reached at: Davis Technologies, llc. PO Box 8250 Asheville, NC. 28787 (828) 645-1505 (828) 645-1525 fax email: support@moretraction.com web: www.MORETRACTION.com...

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