AiM Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020 User Manual

User Manual for AiM models including: Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020, MX2E For

Laura MaLu

User Manual MX2E for Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020 Release 1

User Manual . MX2E for . Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020 . Release 1.02 . 2. INDEX 1 – MX2E in a few words 3 2 – MX2E kit and installation 4 2.1 – Installation 5

User Manual MX2E for Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020

Switching the vehicle on near a track the Module automatically re

User Manual . MX2E for . Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020 . Release 1.02 . 2. INDEX 1 – MX2E in a few words 3 2 – MX2E kit and installation 4 2.1 – Installation 5 3 – MX2E Main features 8 3.1 – Lap Times 10 3.2 – Icons 10 3.3 – LEDs 11 3.4 – The keyboard 11

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User Manual MX2E for Lotus Elise and Exige 2004-2020
Release 1.02

INDEX

1 MX2E in a few words

2 MX2E kit and installation

2.1 Installation

3 MX2E Main features

3.1 Lap Times

3.2 Icons

3.3 LEDs

3.4 The keyboard

4 Menu

4.1 Preferences

4.1.1 Display ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

4.1.2 Vehicle........................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

4.1.3 Shiftlights....................................................................................................................................................................................... 18

4.1.4 Unit Meas ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

4.1.5 Date/Time ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

4.1.6 Backlight ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 19

4.2 Track Manager (and GPS Info)

4.2.1 GPS Info ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

4.3 Reverse Camera

4.4 Trip

4.5 Wi-Fi

4.6 System Info

5 On track application

5.1 Connection to the PC

5.2 Configuration

5.2.1 CAN Expansions configuration ...................................................................................................................................................... 27

5.2.2 Shift Ligths configuration .............................................................................................................................................................. 29

5.2.3 SmartyCam configuration.............................................................................................................................................................. 30

5.3 Managing a track on MX2E with Race Studio 3

5.4 The device window

5.4.1 Live measures page ....................................................................................................................................................................... 35

5.4.2 Online value forcing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35

6 Data recall

7 Data download and analysis

8 Wi-Fi configuration

8.1 Configuring MX2E dash-logger as an access point (AP)

8.2 Adding MX2E loggers to an existing network

8.3 Wi-Fi network settings

8.4 The Internet connectivity

8.5 Connection issues

8.6 Working on MacTM with virtualized WindowsTM

8.7 Connected device visualization issues

9 New firmware upgrade

10 Rear cameras connection and management

Appendix 1 ECU channels logged by MX2E

1 MX2E in a few words

MX2E is an AiM dash-logger designed to be installed on the following model years (Toyota engines only)

· Lotus Elise

2004-2020

· Lotus Exige

2004-2020

Please note: Lotus Elise-Exige model years 2004-2007 (version with airbag only) need an adapter harness (part number V02593010) shown in Appendix 2 while Lotus Elise-Exige 2004-2007 without airbag are not supported.

It is a full Plug and Play dash, completely compatible with the original connector. It comes with an ad-hoc engineered cluster with 4 integrated buttons. The dash/logger features: · CAN connection for getting all the data coming from the stock ECU · 6 alarm LEDs · 10 RGB LEDs to help shifting the gear · 2 turn lights indicator · 14 digital switch inputs · Rear camera input · Seatbelt buzzer alarm · Wi-Fi connectivity It has an internal memory to record sampled data and comes with AiM GPS Module for Lotus that automatically gets lap times and a lot of important information very useful if using the vehicle on the track.
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2 MX2E kit and installation
MX2E kit (part number: XA6MXPLEE0) includes: · MX2E dash-logger (1) · washers and screws to fix MX2E (2) · Cluster (3)with integrated GPS Module (5) · Adapter harness (Lotus Elise-Exige 2004-2007 version with airbag only) (4) part number V02593010 (see Appendix 2). Please remember: Lotus Elise-Exige 2004-2007 without airbag are not supported.
As shown in the image below GPS08 Module is to be placed in the dedicated housing of the cluster and its 5 pins Binder 712 male connector is to be connected to the corresponding female connector placed bottom left of MX2E back and labelled "EXP".
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2.1 Installation
To install MX2E follow these instructions. Remove the original parts indicated in the image on the right.
Remove the original cluster.
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Remove the original dashboard. Install the MX2E on the original bracket.
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Connect MX2E to AiM cluster.
Install MX2E and AiM cluster. Please note: in case the vehicle is a Lotus Elise Exige 2004-2007 with airbag MX2E needs an adapter harness (part number V02593010) to be placed between MX2E rear connector and the vehicle stock harness.
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Re-install the original parts.
3 MX2E Main features
MX2E has two different working modes: Road and Track, both always enabled. To scroll among the pages press while running the top left button on the cluster of MX2E shown here below.
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The two layouts for track (top images) and road (bottom images) usage are shown below. Bottom of the page an info line shows (from the left) GPS Status, track name and current time Bottom of the page an info line shows (from the left) two partial odometers and current time In paragraph 4.1.1 "Display" data shown in the different layouts are specified.
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3.1 Lap Times
MX2E calculates and shows lap times using the GPS Module included in the kit.
Switching the vehicle on near a track the Module automatically recognizes it, loads start/finish coordinates and calculates lap times when these coordinates are crossed. If your track is not in the database you may always create and load it in the database using Race Studio 3 software, freely downloadable from AiM website at: https://www.aim-sportline.com/en/sw-fw-download.htm

3.2 Icons

Thanks to the wide number of icons available on its display, the dash-logger shows a good amount of information. Here follows explanation of their meaning.

Rear fog light on

· ABS on or · ABS malfunctioning

Position lights on

ABS off

Handbrake is active

Service needed

· Engine off or · oil pressure low
· battery voltage less than 10V or · alternator malfunctioning
· Seat belt not fastened

Airbag off MX2E in race mode MX2E recording

3.3 LEDs
With reference to the image here below MX2E features 18 solid LEDs that gives you these information. · Left direction light (1) · Shift lights (2) made up of 10 LEDs; when all LEDs are on it is suggested to shift gear · Right direction light (3) · Hand brake on (4) · Fuel Level low (5) · Immobiliser on (6) · Position lights on(7) · Engine problems (8) · High Beam on (9)
3.4 The keyboard
MX2E comes with a dedicated plastic cluster with integrated GPS Module that features four lateral buttons, corresponding to the logger ones · Top left: "Menu/<<"; this button is also used to switch from street to track mode but only while running · Bottom left: ">>" · Top right: "MEM/OK" · Bottom right: "VIEW/QUIT"
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4 Menu
Push MENU to enter MX2E "Preferences" and set some parameters. Please note: this is possible only if the vehicle is still.

Use "PREV" and "NEXT" buttons to scroll the icons, "OK" to select the desired one and "OK" again to scroll the options. The icons stays for.

PREFERENCES

TRIP

TRACK MANAGER

Wi-Fi

REVERSE CAMERA

System Info

4.1 Preferences
Press "MENU" button and then twice "OK" button to activate "Preferences" option. Use "NEXT" and "PREV" buttons to scroll the options. When an option is selected it changes colour according to the colour set in display page (in the image below the display is set blue)
Available options are: · Display · Vehicle · Shiftlights · Unit Meas · Date/Time · Backlight
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4.1.1 Display
Once "Display" option is activated (blue in the previous image) press "OK" to enter the related page. Available options are: · Layout: Road (left image below) or track (right image below) · Theme: analog or digital · Color: blue, purple, yellow or white Selecting Track layout (right image below) two more options can be available: · Lap: rolling, static, predictive or pred+/- and · Ref. Lap (with pred +/- only): test best or day best; "ref lap" is the lap that the system uses as reference to compute the gap between
the current lap and the reference one.
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As shown here below Track (left) and Road (right) layout shows different information.

Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Function Engaged gear RPM Lap Number Lap time Pred +/Water Temperature Speed Fuel level

Track

Road

Water Temperature (6) and Fuel (8) icons works as follows: Water temperature icon: · for temperature value less than 40°C the icon is shown blue · for temperature value over 100° the icon is shown red
Fuel icon: if left fuel is less than 25% of fuel tank capacity the icon is shown yellow.

4.1.2 Vehicle
From "Preferences" page Scroll to "Vehicle" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". Here it is possible to select: · model · speed and · gears.
Use "OK" button to enter "MODEL" page and: · "SELECT" button to activate model selection (left image below) · "PREV" and "NEXT" buttons to select the model year (right image below) · "OK" button to confirm; MX2E will automatically reboot
Available model years are: · 2004-2007 (adapter harness part number V04000000 needed) · 2008-2010 · 2011-2019
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From "Preferences" menu use "NEXT" button to scroll to "SPEED" option and: · "ENTER" button to enter speed page (left image below) · "PREV" and "NEXT" button to select the desired option · "CHANGE" button to set the desired reference speed between ECU or GPS speed (right image below) · "OK" button to confirm; MX2E will automatically reboot (Reference) Speed is used to compute lap times and can be :ECU or GPS. A correction factor to the shown speed is available. This last is useful to correct possible modifications of the vehicle like the use of wheels with different circumference on the two axles. Range values are from -15% to + 15%.
From "Preferences" menu use "NEXT" button to scroll to "GEARS" option and press "ENTER".
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Available options are: Sequential (left image below) and Manual (right image below). Selecting "Manual" option four more options can be available: · Calc. gears: yes/no · Reset gears: yes/no · Start calc (with calc gears "yes" only) · Reset (with calc gears and reset gears "Yes" only) To perform "Start calc" and "Reset" scroll to the related option and press "OK" button. The calculation procedure starts as soon as speed is different from zero. Please keep each gear for 2-5 seconds and proceed up to the highest gear. In this phase gears are not correctly displayed. Once the last gear is reached the indication becomes correct; check if lower speeds have been correctly computed and displayed on the screen, downshifting through all the gears. If not repeat the calculation.
4.1.3 Shiftlights
From "Preferences" page Scroll to "Shiftlights" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". In this page it is only possible to see the shift lights configuration set through Race Studio 3 software as well as enable/disable them pressing "Change". Use "PREV" and "NEXT" button to scroll the options. Here below: on the left shift lights are linked to the engaged gear while on the right they are not. Please refer to paragraph 5.2.2 to know how to configure MX2E shift lights.
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4.1.4 Unit Meas
From "Preferences" page Scroll to "Unit Meas" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". Here it is possible to set: · Speed: km/h or mph · Temperature: Fahrenheit or Celsius
4.1.5 Date/Time
From "Preferences" page Scroll to "Date/Time" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". Here it is possible to set date and time format. The setting is shown on the page bottom line (09:26:05 AM 11/20/2019).
4.1.6 Backlight
From "Preferences" page Scroll to "Backlight" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". Available options are "Manual" and "Auto"
In Manual Mode one level of brightness is set and maintained independently from the external light conditions. In Auto Mode you may: · set the Day Level; at the desired threshold the dash logger commutes the display brightness · set the Night Level: when the Light Sensor reads a brightness level higher than the threshold, the display is enlightened at the level
defined by this parameter. · set the Day to night level: at the desired threshold the dash logger commutes the display brightness; · set the Night to day level: at the desired threshold the dash logger commutes the display brightness "Night to day level" is to be always higher than "Day to Night threshold".
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4.2 Track Manager (and GPS Info)
From "MENU" page scroll to "Track Manager" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK".
In this page it is possible to set the track management of MX2E. Available options are "Auto" and "Manual". Automatic: MX2E automatically recognizes the track it is running on, loads the start/finish line and the possible splits coordinates and calculates lap and split times. This is the best mode in most cases. Use: · "PREV" and "NEXT" buttons to scroll the options · "CHANGE" button to change the setting · "EXIT" to save and exit Manual: In this mode the track can be selected from the internal database. This mode is to prefer when multiple track configurations are available nearby. In this case MX2E would anyway recognize the track but would need at least one complete track lap. The list of available tracks can be set: · nearest: shows only tracks in a 10 km distance · all: shows all tracks stored in the system in alphabetical order · custom: shows only the tracks you have previously created (learning mode) To select a specific track: · scroll to "Track selection option" and press "ENTER" · you enter "Track Selection" page (right image below) · scroll all tracks and select the desired one · press "ENTER" button and the selected track appears bottom on the page (Dominon VA in the example below) · press "EXIT" to save and exit.
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4.2.1 GPS Info
In Track Manager page scroll to "GPS Info" option and press "ENTER". The page shows GPS Status with number of connected satellites and status signal as well as GPS Location with the coordinates of the place it currently is.
4.3 Reverse Camera
From "MENU" page scroll to "Reverse Camera" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK".
Available options are: · State: enabled or disabled · Format: NTSC or PAL · Brightness and contrast: from 10% to 50% When reverse camera is enabled it works differently according to the gears setting (see paragraph 4.1.3 for further information); to say: · if gear is set "Sequential" the reverse camera activates automatically as the reverse gear is engaged · if gear is set "Manual" you need to shortly press "illumination control" button on the car steering column
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4.4 Trip
From "MENU" page scroll to "Trip" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". MX2E features 4 user odometers, labelled Usr 1 Usr 4, plus a System Odometer. This last one can only be reset by an AiM or a Lotus dealer. Each odometer can be activated/deactivated and/or reset. To manage an odometer: · select it and press "CHANGE" · the system enters "Counters" page (right image below); in this page each odometer shows also the total working time
The buttons are for: · "CHANGE": change the status or clear the odometer · "PREV"/"NEXT": scroll the options · "EXIT": save and exit
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4.5 Wi-Fi
From "MENU" page scroll to "Wi-Fi" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". MX2E features a Wi-Fi module used to communicate with the PC to download sampled data after the test and to transmit/receive tracks to/from GPS Module.
Wi-Fi available "Modes" are: · Auto: Wi-Fi is ON when the vehicle is stopped and OFF when RPM value is >850 or speed value is >10 km/h · ON: Wi-Fi is always on · OFF: Wi-Fi is always OFF Select Channel function is for expert users only; here it is possible to select which Wi-Fi channel to use; available option are: · AUTO (default recommended) · 1 · 6 · 11 "Wi-Fi Reset CFG" resets the Wi-Fi configuration and is very useful if the password is forgotten: press "OK" to reset the password.
4.6 System Info
From "MENU" page scroll to "System Info" option using "NEXT" button and press "OK". This page shows serial number as well as firmware and booter version of your MX2E. Press "ENTER" button to enter "Net Info" page that shows serial number and firmware version of the connected GPS Module.
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5 On track application
If using the vehicle on a track, for track days or competition and wish to take the maximum advantage from MX2E, an optional AiM Data Hub is needed (left image below) so to install a few sensors (suspension potentiometers, brake pressure..) and connect them to AiM Channel Expansion (right image below).
The steps to follow are: · install Data Hub · connect Channel Expansion · connect MX2E to the PC via Wi-Fi · configure MX2E according to the sensors you have installed · calibrate the sensors · run your test · download the data, in order to analyse them A quick review of sampled data is always available on the display, without downloading them (see paragraph 6 Data Recall)
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Using the 5 pins Binder 712 female connector labelled "EXP" rear of MX2E it is possible to connect the dash/logger to AiM Channel Expansion and LCU-One CAN. The image below shows an example of connection scheme.
5.1 Connection to the PC
AiM Race Studio 3 software (from Race Studio 3.30.11) configures MX2E, manages its tracks database as well as checks other device functions through the software device window (see paragraph 5.4). Connect MX2E to the PC via Wi-Fi.
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5.2 Configuration
Once MX2E connected to the PC · click configuration icon ( ) and configurations page appears · click "New" and new configuration panel appears: select an "MX2E" logger and press "OK"; when performing subsequent
configurations "Select Configuration" panel shows on top the last four devices you configured.
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5.2.1 CAN Expansions configuration
To set a CAN Expansion: · enter "CAN Expansion" layer · press "New Expansion" button · a panel showing all available expansions shows up: select the one to add (LCU-One CAN in the example) and press "OK".
Setting LCU-One CAN To set an LCU-One CAN: · press "New Expansion" button; · select "LCU-One CAN" and press OK · name the LCU One and fill in its serial number or press "Get SN from a connected expansion" to receive the serial number from the
connected LCU-One · select the multiplier to calculate AFR from lambda (in the example "14.57 Gasoline") or add a custom value pressing "Add Custom
Value" (the related panel shows up) · set the LCU One channels double clicking on each channel and setting the panel that shows up · press "Close" to save and exit
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Setting Channel Expansion To set a Channel Expansion: · press "New Expansion" button; if you have already set an LCU-One CAN Channel Expansion layer appears and no more expansions
can be loaded. · select "Channel Expansion" and press OK · name the Channel expansion and fill in its serial number or press "Get SN from a connected expansion" to receive the serial number
from the connected Channel Expansion · set each channel double clicking on each channel and setting the panel that shows up · press "Close" to save and exit
Please note: for any further information about AiM CAN Expansions refer to the related user manuals available at AiM website www.aimsportline.com documentation area, products section. Removing an AiM CAN Expansion To remove an AiM CAN expansion: · activate "All" tab in "CAN Expansion" layer · right click on the expansion to remove · select "Delete Selected Expansion" option and confirm
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5.2.2 Shift Ligths configuration
To configure MX2E shift lights activate the related layer; this page shows up.
To use the LED bar as shift lights click this icon ( ) and the setting panel shows up. Configure: · RPM value that switches the single LED on · LED sequence enabling the desired option:
o a LED stays on if its threshold is exceeded o a LED stays on until another LED with higher threshold turns on or · connect the shift lights to the engaged gear enabling "Gear dependent shift lights" checkbox;
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5.2.3 SmartyCam configuration
MX2E can be connected to SmartyCam HD and SmartyCam GP HD. Normally no configuration is needed but if additional sensors have been installed it is possible to see specific channels on SmartyCam video; to do so: · activate the related layer · it shows all channel/sensors that satisfy the selected function · if the desired channel is not in the list enable "Enable all channels for functions" checkbox and all channels/sensors are shown.
When the configuration is finished: · press "Save" on the page top keyboard · press "Transmit" to transmit the configuration to MX2E
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5.3 Managing a track on MX2E with Race Studio 3
With Track Manager function of Race Studio 3 tracks can be created, deleted and modified, transmitted and received to/from MX2E. Press "Tracks" icon.
The main page is divided in three columns; on the left: · on top, the filters that allow to collect many tracks following customized criteria; by default, all tracks are shown (light blue "All
Tracks" filter in the image below). · bottom left, the connected devices (in the image, "MX2E ID 7400104") The column in the middle shows: · on top a fast search bar that allows to select the tracks which satisfy personal research criteria; pressing "?" a pop-up window explains
research criteria (highlighted in red below), to say: o long name is the name in bold in each track box o short name is the track name shown on the display and is top right of each track box o track city is the name of the city the track is located in
· all the tracks listed in Race Studio 3 database. It automatically updates at start up if a connection to the Internet is available. The column on the Right shows: · the data sheet of the track you are mousing over.
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When MX2E is connected it is shown on the left bottom part of the page. Clicking on it all the tracks it contains are shown in the right column of the page.
Tracks created by the user are labelled "User" and if the track stored in MX2E logger is different from the one stored in AiM database this is notified as shown here above. The page keyboards are used to manage the tracks.
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The keyboard above the central column allows to:
· New: create a new track · Import: import one or more tracks stored in the device or in another external device · Export: export one or more tracks to a specific PC folder or to another peripheral device · Receive: receive from the connected device tracks user created (if no device is connected the button is disabled) · Transmit: transmit one or more tracks from the PC to the connected device (if no device is connected the button is disabled) · Delete: delete one or more tracks from Race Studio 3 database The keyboard above the right column allows to:
· Refresh: refresh the track list stored in the connected device · Delete: delete one or more tracks from the device memory · Delete All: delete all tracks stored in the device memory · Save all: save all the tracks stored in the connected device; it creates a zip file that can be loaded to another AiM device · Load Saved: load the tracks previously saved in the device memory Since the software is constantly updated, may be other information or features will be available soon. Please check AiM website www.aimsportline.com, documentation area, software section "Track Manager" manual.
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5.4 The device window
The device page is shown clicking on the device bottom left of the software page. Here are: · Live Measures: to check the logger channels and force online values; using the buttons placed top of the layer is possible to:
o start/stop live measures (1) o decide how to show the channels (2): as managed by the firmware (by configuration), in alphabetical order, by channel
type (shown by device than by channel type and then by measure type) o show measure in Mv (3) o start/stop recording (4) o make MX2E blinking (5); this operation is the most simple way to test PC-device communication · Download: download data stored in MX2E memory · WiFi and Properties: name the device, manage MX2E WiFi and fill in racer name, vehicle name or number, championship and venue type (generic, qualifying, test, warm up, race, test type) · Tracks: manage the tracks stored in the device memory · Counters: to set/reset odometers · Logo: transmit/receive the logo that shows up at switch on; supported image formats are JPEG or BMP; always use the most recent WindowsTM version (Windows8 or Windows10) whose graphical libraries are more updated · Firmware: to check or update MX2E firmware.
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5.4.1 Live measures page
When the configuration has been transmitted "Live Measures" page shows ECU channels too*; as said before it is now possible to perform some operations, like start recording and make MX2E blink pressing the top right buttons (4 and 5 in the previous image). *Please refer to Appendix 1 to know which ECU channels are sampled by MX2E.
5.4.2 Online value forcing
Live Measure layer of Device page offers a very useful function that allows to simulate one or more channels to test icons, alarms, power output and harness behaviours. We can for example test water alarm. To force this value: · mouse over the value to force and click the setting icon · a popup menu shows up: select "Force Channel Value" and fill in the panel that shows up · click "OK" and the corresponding value becomes red on the logger display.
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Once forced the values are shown on the right of the page red boxed. Lateral "+" and "-" buttons allows to change the values used. In the image below Fuel Alarm and Water Temperature Alarm have been forced ant the corresponding icons are red on MX2E display.
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6 Data recall
At the end of the test sampled data can be recalled pressing "MEM/OK". First is "Today" page. Press "PAGE"
Second is "Summary" page that shows all the last tests with date and place. Select the day you want to see and press "PAGE".
Third is "Day Summary" page that shows all tests in a box with time of the test, number of laps and best lap of the test. Select the test to see and press "ENTER".
This page is a histogram test summary.
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7 Data download and analysis
Once the test session is over it is possible to download data sampled on a PC. Connect MX2E dash logger to a PC and click on it bottom left of the software page. Once reached the device page activate "Download" layer. It shows all the information concerning the file stored in the logger: number of laps, best lap, date/time, file dimensions. Select the file(s) to download and press "Download" button.
After download press Analysis Icon ( ) and Race Studio Analysis software starts showing all the files available for analysis. Double clicking on the desired one it is possible to start analysing your performance.
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8 Wi-Fi configuration
Two possible Wi-Fi connection modes are available. 1 As an access point (AP default) This is the ideal configuration for one only device and one only computer. In this situation MX2E creates a Wi-Fi network and works as an Access Point the PC can be connected to.
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2 Existing network (to connect to an existing Wi-Fi network WLAN) This mode is complex and implies an external access point (AP) but it is also more flexible and powerful because allows the communication among more than one device and more than one computer in the same network. MX2E and the PC must connect to an existing Wi-Fi network made by a device that works as an external access point.
When working in WLAN mode MX2E has two available security levels: · network authentication: network password · device authentication: MX2E password Both levels allow you the use of different strategies. A PC in WLAN, for example, can see several AiM devices but can communicate only with those he knows the password of. Forgetting the password Wi-Fi configuration can be reset from MX2E menu as explained in paragraph 4.5.
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8.1 Configuring MX2E dash-logger as an access point (AP)
This is MX2E default configuration and is the easiest and most direct connection mode, ideal to communicate with one MX2E logger using one PC. It is free and so completely accessible by anyone. Please set an access password as soon as possible. To establish a Wi-Fi connection: · ensure that the Wi-Fi is enabled (set on Auto or on ON) · read MX2E Name (700104 in the image below)
· run Race Studio 3 · click Wi-Fi icon and select your device · in a few seconds the connection is established
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To set other parameters create a unique password to protect the device/ network. With a password the communication is safe and encrypted using WPA2-PSK standard. Characters allowed in the password are all letters, also capital, all digits and these characters: `+-_()[]{}$£!?^#@*\\\"=~.:;/%" "Space" type can be used if it is not the first one because this could cause incomprehension in some WindowsTM versions.
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This AP or SSID name is unique for the device. An example of name is:" AiM-MX2E-00104" where: · "AiM" is the prefix of all AiM devices · "MX2E" is the device identifier · "00104" is device serial number assigned by the factory. To make a device more recognizable a name can be added to the SSID. With the limit of eight characters. Allowed characters are all letters, capital too, all digits and these characters: `+ - _ () [] {}!. "Space" type can be used provided that it is not the first one because it can cause incomprehension in some WindowsTM versions. Adding, for example, the driver's name, Tom Wolf, the network name (SSID) becomes: "AiM-MX2E-00104-Tom Wolf" Once all parameters set click "Transmit". MX2E logger reboots and is configured with the new parameters. If MX2E logger is protected by a password, as recommended, Race Studio 3 will ask that password to authenticate.
Please Note: the same Wi-Fi connection can be created with the operative system tool. Once the device has been authenticated in the Wi-Fi network it can communicate using Race Studio 3.
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8.2 Adding MX2E loggers to an existing network
This situation is ideal for a team with multiple drivers and staff members and is desired to communicate with one or more AiM devices using the same PC network. Each MX2E logger can have its password that adds another security and privacy level to the network. Race Studio 3 will show all MX2E loggers connected to the same network under "Connected devices" label, bottom left of the software page: click the device. Enter "Wi-Fi and properties" tab and set it on "Existing Network"; fill in network name, network password and device password. Transmit the network settings to the device clicking "Transmit": it reboots and joins that network. Please note: the only admitted password are those following WPA2-PSK standard. To complete this procedure use Race Studio 3 software as here explained.
Here above is shown a device "MX2E ID 7700104" that switched from AP to WLAN mode (Existing Network). Network name is "Network_2" and does not work with free access because is protected by a password.
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To obtain connectivity on the device the PC has to be authenticated to the same network as shown here below. When the PC is authenticated to the network called "Network_2" it can see all devices you configured to access the same network. In the image below three AiM devices are connected to the same "Network_2" WLAN.
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8.3 Wi-Fi network settings
In this chapter is a short description of how to configure a WLAN including AiM devices and a PC. Here below is an example of configuration.
For better network performances we suggest the use of a network device equipped with a DHCP server and using 3x3 MIMO technology like, for example a Linksys AS3200. To maximize the bandwidth the Internet should not be allowed on this WLAN; this means the DHCP server should be configured without any DNS address nor gateway by default.
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The parameters for the device network configuration in this example are:
· Wireless network name: Network_2 It means that the WLAN network name is "Network_2." A PC has to be authenticated in this network to interact with any AiM device of this network.
· Gateway address: 192.168.0.1 primary DNS server: 0.0.0.0 secondary DNS server: 0.0.0.0 (These settings prevent Internet connectivity on this WLAN.)
· Subnet mask: 255.255.255.248 Enable DHCP server: yes DHCP IP address range: 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.6
These settings enable a DHCP server running on this WLAN and provide an IP address in a 2-6 range. This means that this network allows 5 network hosts.
The number of devices on a WLAN network depends on the subnet mask. Here below are typical examples of network masks and IP addresses range. The configuration in bold is the one we suggest (if a greater number of devices is not needed), being the one that makes it easier and quicker for Race Studio 3 the identification of the devices in the network.

Subnet mask:
255.255.255.0 255.255.255.128 255.255.255.192 255.255.255.224 255.255.255.240 255.255.255.248

IP address range:
192.168.0.1 254 192.168.0.1 126 192.168.0.1 62 192.168.0.1 30 192.168.0.1 14 192.168.0.1 6

Number of devices:
254 126 62 30 14 6

8.4 The Internet connectivity
For an optimal speed of AiM device(s) it is recommended not to allow the Internet on the same network and to set the WLAN in the same way.
The Internet access can of course be allowed on the network but this would degrade the communication. This slightly slower speed can be suitable but a second Wi-Fi connection through an additional hardware (NIC) is to be preferred. This configuration would provide an optimal speed of the data network of your AiM device(s) and at the same time would provide an internet connectivity with the second NIC.
8.5 Connection issues
It can occur that MX2E logger is correctly connected to Race Studio 3 via Wi-Fi but the user interface does not show it. This may be because Wi-Fi port setting is set with a static IP. To switch it to dynamic (DHCP): · open "Network and sharing centre" in the WindowsTM research engine · right click on the Wi-Fi connection and a panel shows up · select "Properties" option · double click on "Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" · verify that option "Obtain an IP address" is active
For further information refer to FAQ section, Wi-Fi of www.aim-sportline.com.

8.6 Working on MacTM with virtualized WindowsTM
Race Studio 3 only works on WindowsTM operative systems; Mac users can use a virtualized WindowsTM machine. The main problem is that the host OS (Mac) must share its Wi-Fi interface with the virtualized operative system (Windows) as Ethernet interface and not as Wi-Fi interface. Configuring Parallels(TM) Select "Menu > Configure..." in Parallels.
Press "Hardware" top on the page that shows up and select "Network" in the drop-down menu on the left. Right on the configuration panel set "Type" field on "Wi-Fi".
Then select the device to communicate with.
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To ensure that the communication works select "Open Network preferences..." menu. Verify that the status in the window that shows up is "Connected" and that the IP address associated is, for example, 10.0.0.10 (could be 10.0.0.11, 10.0.0.12, or generically 10.0.0.x).
To enable Race Studio 3 correctly working on a Mac with virtualized WindowsTM. · press Wi-Fi icon · select "Wi-Fi Settings" option
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· enable the checkbox shown here below.
8.7 Connected device visualization issues
It may occur that using Race Studio 3 on an iMac with virtualized Windows the device connected via Wi-Fi takes some time to be shown in the network or is not shown at all. This is why we always suggest using an Wi-Fi (WLAN) router. This router works as an Access Point allowing more external devices to connect to its network. MX2E logger Wi-Fi configuration is to be set on Existing Network as explained before.
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9 New firmware upgrade
Our technicians and engineers are constantly working to improve both the firmware (the application that manages the device) and the software (the application installed on the PC). Each time a new firmware and/or software version is available the icon here above appears with an arrow indicating that something is available for download (otherwise the icon only shows the cloud). Click it and freely download the new applications.
Once the new firmware has been downloaded connect the device to the PC via Wi-Fi to perform a firmware upgrade. In a few seconds the device is ready.
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10 Rear cameras connection and management
MX2E logger can manage rear cameras through the 5 pins Binder 712 female connector placed bottom right on the back of MX2E and labelled "Mirror Camera" as shown here below. The connector allows the connection of up to two analog cameras.
Once the rear camera(s) connected, MX2E automatically "sees" it/them and allows you to set it/them through the logger keyboard; press "MENU" button, scroll up to "REVERSE CAMERA" and set it as explained in paragraph 4.3.
If no key is pressed in 5 seconds, the menu disappears and the logger shows the camera image in live streaming, that is very useful to check the camera position. Images below shows the image of the camera to set on the left and the live stream on the right.
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Appendix 1 ECU channels logged by MX2E
MX2E sample and records the channels supplied by the ECU according to the vehicle model year. Lotus Elise-Exige 2004-2007.

CHANNEL NAME RPM Vehicle Speed Water_Temp Fuel Level Bitfield1
Lotus Elise-Exige 2008-2010.

CHANNEL FUNCTION
Engine RPM Vehicle Speed Engine Cooling Temperature Fuel level percentage
1=MILlight 2=Low Oil Pressure 3=Traction Control light

CHANNEL NAME RPM Vehicle Speed Water_Temp IntakeAirTemp Fuel Level PPS TPS CuSelLTC MAF
Bitfield1
Bitfield2

CHANNEL FUNCTION
Engine RPM Vehicle Speed Engine Cooling Temperature Intake Air Temperature Fuel level percentage Throttle Pedal Percentage Throttle Position Selected Traction Control Information Mass Air Flow Rate
3=MILlight 4=Low Oil Pressure 5=Traction Control light
0=ServiceLight 4=ECTlight

SAMPLING FREQUENCY 50 10 10 10 10
SAMPLING FREQUENCY 50 50 10 10 10 20 20 20 20 10
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Lotus Elise-Exige 2011-2019.
CHANNEL NAME RPM GEAR Vehicle Speed Speed FL Speed FR Speed RL Speed RR YRS_LatAcc YRS_YawRate SteerSpd Water_Temp SteerAngle Fuel Level Throttle_Pedal Fuel_Cons TrqReduction_ASR TrqIncrease_ASR IndicatedDriverT Combustion Torque System State
Mode
CruiseContStatus SportSwFitted Race Switch Brake Switch BrakeLightSwitch Fuel Lamp

CHANNEL FUNCTION
Engine RPM Gear Vehicle Speed Front Left Wheel Speed Front Right Wheel Speed Rear Left Wheel Speed Rear Right Wheel Speed Lateral Acceleration Yaw Rate Steering Speed Engine Cooling Temperature Steering angle Fuel level percentage Throttle Pedal Percentage Fuel Consumption Torque Reduction Torque Increase Torque Combustion Torque System State
0 = Normal 1 = Sport 4 = Race Cruise Control Status Sport Switch Present Race Switch Brake Switch Brake Light Switch Fuel Lamp Activated

SAMPLING FREQUENCY 100 10 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 20 10 20 1 100 10 20 20 10 10 10
10
10 10 10 10 10 10
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ClutchPedStatus

Clutch Pedal Status

LTC_5_steps

Lotus Traction Control - 5 steps

LTC_10_steps

Lotus Traction Control - 10 steps

Sport_Race_Lamp

Sport Race Lamp State

Switches_1

Switches State

ESP_ASR_Sport

ESP ASR switch state

ESP_ABS_ASR

1 = ABS error

2 = ABS intervention

3 = ASR error

4 = ASR intervention

5 = ASR info lamp

6 = ESP error status

7 = ESP intervention

8 = ESP info lamp

Dash Lamps

1 = Coolant temperature flash

2 = TPMS Lamp

3 = Service lamp

4 = Low oil pressure lamp

5 = Malfunctioning indicator lamp

6 = Shift lamp 1

7 = Shift lamp 2

8 = Shift lamp 3

Status_ASR

ASR Status

Appendix 2 MX2E Adapter harness
Here below is MX2E adapter harness, needed for Lotus Elise-Exige 2004-2007 version with airbag only. Please remember models without airbag are not supported.
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References

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