Mbe Ecu
Mbe Ecu
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
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AIM LOGGERS CONNECTION
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                                                                     INDICE
1 – MBE 967/970 ............................................................................................................. 3 
      1.1 – Serial Communication Set-Up .................................................................................................... 3 
      1.2 – ECU Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 4 
      1.3 – Connection with AIM Data logger ............................................................................................... 5 
2 – MBE 992 (suppressed) ............................................................................................ 6 
      2.1 – CAN Communication Set–up ...................................................................................................... 6 
      2.2 – ECU Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 6 
      2.3 – Pinout .......................................................................................................................................... 7 
      2.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................... 8 
3 – MBE 992_V2 ............................................................................................................. 9 
      3.1 – CAN Communication Set–up ...................................................................................................... 9 
      3.2 – ECU Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 9 
      3.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 10 
      3.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 11 
4 – MBE 992 CAN ......................................................................................................... 12 
      4.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 12 
      4.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 12 
      4.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 13 
      4.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 14 
5 – MBE 9A4 CAN ........................................................................................................ 15 
      5.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 15 
      5.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 15 
      5.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 16 
      5.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 17 
6 – MBE 9A8 CAN ........................................................................................................ 18 
      6.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 18 
      6.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 18 
      6.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 19 
      6.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 20 
7 – MBE 9A8998 CAN .................................................................................................. 21 
      7.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 21 
      7.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 21 
      7.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 22 
      7.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 23 
8 – MBE 998 CAN ......................................................................................................... 25 
      8.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 25 
      8.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 25 
      8.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 26 
      8.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 26 
9 – MBE LOLA COSWORTH........................................................................................ 27 
      9.1 – CAN Communication Set–up .................................................................................................... 27 
      9.2 – ECU Configuration .................................................................................................................... 27 
      6.3 – Pinout ........................................................................................................................................ 28 
      9.4 – CAN Communication protocol .................................................................................................. 29 
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43   1.1 – Serial Communication Set-Up
The ECU has a serial communication protocol and a 36 pins connector, whose pinout is
shown below, used to communicate with an external logger, or to configure the ECU.
1 18
19 36
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To connect the ECU to a PC, using a standard DB9 female connector, pin 32 (ECU TX)
of the ECU must be connected to pin 2 of the DB9 and pin 7 (or other Power GND
pins) of the ECU must be connected to pin 5 of the DB9.
To communicate with the PC ECU Fuel Trim (pin 1) and Ignition Trim (pin 26) inputs
must be hold at a voltage other than zero; this procedure enables the “Byte Mode” and
allows the ECU to communicate with EasiMap Windows tool (the MBE configuration
program – see ECU manual for more information).
In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap v5.0 software is intended for
expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com/index.html
1       Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.0 installed, and turn the ECU on [ECU
        pin 13 at 12V and ECU pin 6 (or other Power GND) at GND].
2       Launch EasiMap 5.0 software; choose [Get Data…] option from [Data] menu.
3       In the window [Select Parameter] open [Data Logging] directory and select [Data
        Logger Link]; choose [ECU Device] in [Data Source] options and then press [OK].
4       Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
        configure the communication.
5       The parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right
        scaling in order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
          Data Logger Link:                     choose [Transmitting at 19200]
          RPM:                                  choose [4,00]
                       Parameter                                Scaling
          1: choose [Engine Speed]              Choose 16 bit
          2: choose [Ignition]                  Choose 8 bit
          3: choose [Injection Time]            Choose 16 bit
          4: choose [Throttle Angle]            Choose 8 bit
          5: choose [Coolant Temp]              Choose 8 bit
          6: choose [Air Temp]                  Choose 8 bit
          7: choose [Baro Pressure]             Choose 8 bit
          8: choose [Lambda]                    Choose 8 bit
          9: choose [Ri]                        Choose 16 bit
          10: choose [Engine Oil Pressure]      Choose 8 bit
          11: choose [Fuel Pressure]            Choose 8 bit
          12: choose [Water Pressure]           Choose 8 bit
          13: choose [Engine Oil Temp]          Choose 8 bit
          14: choose [Gearbox Oil Temp]         Choose 8 bit
          15: choose [Boost Pressure]           Choose 8 bit
          16: choose [Gear Position]            Choose 8 bit
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When all parameter are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the Data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
Connect cable labelled RS 232 RX with pin 32 of the ECU (ECU TX) and cable labelled
GND with pin 7 of the ECU (or other Power GND pins) as shown in the figure below:
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap v5.0 software is intended for
expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
13 2.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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15   3.1 – CAN Communication Set–up
In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
17 3.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
21 4.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
25 5.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
29 6.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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In this case configuration requires also the 998 Traction Control scheme:
When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
33 7.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
    3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
        configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
        in the screen below.
    4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
        order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
In this case configuration requires also the 998 Traction Control scheme:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
37 8.3 – Pinout
- Pin 7 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 6 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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In order to communicate with the data logger, the ECU must be properly configured
using “EasiMap” software supplied with the ECU.
NOTE: data logging feature configuration with EasiMap 5.5 and EasiMap 6.0 software
is intended for expert users only; See MBE site: http://www.mbesystems.com
       1 Connect the ECU to a PC with EasiMap 5.5/6.0 installed, and turn the ECU on.
       2 Launch EasiMap 5.5/6.0 software; choose [CAN Datastream] option from [Data]
         menu; then choose [setup].
EasiMap 5.5
EasiMap 6.0
       3 Now the program reads information from the ECU and opens a new window to
         configure the communication.Complete the table with the information suggested
         in the screen below.
       4 Parameters must be configured in the right sequence and with the right scaling in
         order to communicate with the AIM data logger:
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When all parameters are configured, press [Send] button and choose [ECU Device]
when requested; configuration is saved in the ECU memory.
Close configuration window and quit the program. Before connecting ECU to the data
logger, enable “Broadcast Mode” ensuring a nominally zero voltage (or open circuit) on
Fuel Trim and Ignition Trim inputs.
41 6.3 – Pinout
- Pin 8 CAN low has to be connected to logger blu wire labelled CAN -
- Pin 9 CAN high has to be connected to logger white wire labelled CAN +
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