|
|
The Apexi AVC-R
is a highly versatile turbo boost controller which allows remapping
of the boost curve for Rpm in different gears.
|
Main Menu
(main menu selection)
Monitor Mode:
Allows monitoring of up to 4 channels at one time. Also allows tracing
of AVC-R monitor functions. |
|
Setting Mode:
There are three setting modes: A, B, or OFF. A total of two boost
settings are available with the AVC-R. Selecting OFF will turn off all
boost control
|
Etc. Mode:
The etc menu is
used for configuring the variables that allow the AVC-R to properly
control boost. (I.e. # of cylinders, speed sensor type, throttle
sensor type, gear judge, etc.)
|
|
Monitor Mode:
1,2,3,4 Channel |
|
|
Up to four data
channels can be selected for monitoring: |
|
Up to four data
channels can be selected for monitoring:
Intake Manifold
Vacuum/Boost Pressure
Engine RPM
Vehicle Speed
Throttle Position
AVC-R Solenoid Valve Duty Cycle
Injector Duty Cycle (if connected)
Up to four of
these parameters can be monitored in three different ways: |
Numerical
Analog Meter
Graph Display |
|
|
If monitored
numerically, the user can see a peak hold value for the chosen
parameter by pressing the up key.
If monitored in analog meter mode, up to two meters can be displayed
at one time. By pressing the up key, the analog meters will hold the
peak value. If under 3 or 4 channel mode, only the first two channels
will be displayed.
If monitored in graphic display mode, the AVC-R can start "sampling"
or memorizing data channels by pressing the up key. The memorized
graph can then be replayed by pressing the right key. Anytime during
replay by pressing the right key again, the display can be paused. To
review any part of the memorized graph, the user can push the left key
during replaying. Anytime during backwards replay, the left key can be
pressed to pause the display.
If monitoring one channel, then the last 60 seconds can be replayed.
If monitoring two channels, then the last 30 seconds can be replayed.
If monitoring three channels, then the last 20 seconds can be
replayed.
If monitoring four channels, then the last 15 seconds can be replayed.
|
|
Monitor Mode (2D
Trace Mode) |
Boost
Speed
Throttle
Solenoid Duty
Injector Duty |
|
The 2D Trace Mode
displays one user-selected parameter versus engine RPM. The horizontal
scale being engine RPM and the vertical scale being the user-selected
parameter. There are three ways to view the 2D Trace. One way is a
simple cursor that floats around the screen showing what the
user-selected value is. The second way to view the graph is with a 10
point floating trail to show the trend of the user-selected value. The
third way is to view with a "Ghost Map" trace. The "Ghost Map" shows
wherever the cursor has been and does not clear until the user clears
the screen. |
|
Setting Mode:
(setting [A] / setting [B] / OFF) |
|
The AVC-R has 2 preset boost levels, A and B. For example, channel A
can be used for a low boost level and channel B can be used for a high
boost level. The user can then effectively switch between low and high
boost modes. All adjustments made under the A mode will be only for
the A mode. Likewise, all adjustments made under the B mode will be
only for the B mode. If OFF is selected, the AVC-R's solenoid valve
will be deactivated and boost levels will be regulated by the
wastegate alone. |
|
|
Setting Mode
(Boost / Duty |
|
This mode allows
setting of the target boost pressure and solenoid duty cycle. Both
boost and solenoid duty are adjustable by user-selectable RPM points.
After this mode is set, when the boost is stable and throttle position
is over 85% the unit will begin self-learning the solenoid valve duty
cycle. Self-learning will determine the optimum solenoid valve duty
cycles for your particular engine. |
|
Setting Mode
(scramble boost) |
|
By adding an
optional momentary switch, the boost pressure can be increased or
decreased for a certain amount of time. The user can also choose to
increase or decrease solenoid duty cycle to make the additional amount
of boost come in very quickly or progressively. This feature can help
traction-limited vehicles. |
|
Setting Mode
(Ne-Point) |
|
This menu allows
adjustment of engine RPM points to control boost pressure and solenoid
duty cycles. The user can adjust eight points between 1500 and 9500
rpm in 500-rpm increments. |
|
Setting Mode
(F/B Speed) |
|
If unstable boost
or boost drop occurs during boost control, the Feedback Speed setting
may require adjustment. The feedback speeds are adjustable by gear.
The higher the value, the faster the AVC-R will try to adjust the
boost. However, if the value is too high, oscillation can occur. If
the injector signal is used rather than engine rpm, we recommend that
this function be turned off in every gear. Select the "X" value to
turn off the Feedback Speed setting. |
|
Setting Mode (learn-gear) |
|
|
This allows the user to either activate or deactivate the gear-based
learning. If the injector signal is used rather than engine rpm, we
recommend that this function be turned off in every gear. Select the
"X" value to turn off the Feedback Speed setting. |
|
Setting Mode
(start duty) |
This mode is used
for adding or subtracting solenoid duty cycle when boost control first
starts in each gear. This allows an extreme fine tunability to the
boost curve. Use the start duty setting and lower the value when the
boost pressure overshoots (when actual boost pressure is higher than
desired), or raise the value when you would like the boost pressure to
intentionally overshoot. Higher Start Duty values will make the boost
pressure levels higher.
|
|
Etc. Mode: |
|
Etc. Mode
(car select)
This mode allows
the user to select the number of cylinders, the vehicle speed pulse
type, and throttle sensor type. All Japanese vehicles in America use a
four-pulse speed sensor trigger. Most Japanese vehicles use an
ascending type (arrow pointing to the upper right hand corner)
throttle position sensor. If you are unsure of what type of throttle
position sensor your vehicle has, you can check the Etc. Mode (sensor
check) screen. If your throttle sensor voltage goes from 0-5V when
going from closed to open, then your throttle position sensor is an
ascending type. If your throttle sensor voltage goes from 5-0V when
going from closed to open, then your throttle position sensor is a
descending type. If your vehicle does not use a throttle position
sensor, then use the "**" selection. |
|
Etc. Mode (gear judge)
In order for the
AVC-R to identify gears, a Gear Judge value must be entered per gear.
This value is engine RPM divided by Vehicle Speed. In order for the
gear determined functions to work properly, the Gear Judge values must
be entered. If the injector signal is connected to the AVC-R rather
than the engine rpm signal, then the Gear Judge does not need to be
set.
|
|
Etc. Mode (Grph
Scale) |
|
This mode allows
the setting of the maximum and minimum values to be displayed under
the Monitor Mode's graph display mode, analog meter mode, and 2D Trace
mode. The user can select the following scales: |
| Pr: Intake Pressure |
-760mmHg~0mmHg
-760mmHg~+1.0kg/cm²
-760mmHg~+2.0kg/cm²
-760mmHg~+3.0kg/cm² |
|
Ne: Engine RPM |
0rpm~6000rpm
0rpm~7000rpm
0rpm~8000rpm
0rpm~9000rpm
0rpm~10000rpm |
Sp: Vehicle Speed
|
0-180km/h
0-240km/h
0-300km/h
0-360km/h |
Etc. Mode
(sensor check)
This mode will check the voltage of the pressure sensor, throttle
sensor, and scramble switch on/off. This is to check if all
connections have been properly connected after installation. Also if
there is improper operation, this screen can be viewed to determine if
any connections or sensors are bad. |
Etc. Mode
(VFD bright)
This mode allows brightness adjustment of the VFD (Vacuum Florescent
Display). |
|
Etc. Mode
(Initialize)
This will restore all data to factory default settings. All previously
saved data will be lost. To initialize data, select YES and push the
[NEXT] key. Then turn the ignition switch OFF and then ON again. All
data will be initialized.
|
