Connecting Never connect an Orion on other harnesses that have the same connecters. Connect the ECU earth strap and the harness Earth wires to a proper earth on the body. Leave the output connectors P2, and P3 disconnected when you switch the ECU on the first time. Test the installation […]
Orion Simulator Test Program
This firmware will allow dealers to test Orion and see if all inputs and outputs are functional. It is for use on a Spitronics Simulater2 or 3. It is required before you accept Test 2 on the Portal. Note that this test is not 100% fool proof as the simulator […]
TxW Selection
This firmware will take a normal RPM pulse, TPS and pedal signal and water temperature and control the electric throttle by wire. Note that the classes that are not used by the converter is not displayed to simplify the chart. If firmware is developed they will be added. Orion Hardware […]
Converter Selection
This firmware will take a normal RPM pulse and convert it into different triggers like 60-2, 36-1, 24 plus TDC etc. for OEM managements. This will keep them active so that they can run other functions still required like Dash board tacho’s etc. Note that the classes that are not […]
Transmission Information
Before you can set yourself or a customer up with a product, you need to get some critical information on the transmission. The hardware is designed as universal devices but the firmware is specific for a certain model of transmission. The following items influences the product. 1. Transmission Model Number: […]
TCU Program Numbers
TCU Program Numbers Last Update 05_09_2019 No Firmware for this Model X Firmware Exist Planed Development For GP Layout click on the hardware class of the program Mercury2 No Orion Hardware Class Required Ver 3.3D 3.3C Description Mercury2 Orion 1 X X Lexus A343E 4 […]
TCU Class Comparison
Orion Hardware STD INT ADV ULT Notes Hardware TPS Sensor 1 1 1 1 RPM Sensor 1 1 1 1 Speed Sensor 1 1 1 1 Oil Temp Sensor 1 1 Low Range Sensor 1 1 Shifter Selection Switch 1 1 1 1 Tuning Maps […]
TCU Features Comparison Chart
Orion Mercury2 Notes Hardware TPS Sensor 1 1 RPM Sensor 1 1 Speed Sensor 1 1 Oil Temp Sensor 1 1 Low Range Sensor 1 1 Shifter Selection Switch 1 1 Tuning Maps […]
How to Choose the Right TCU
Choosing the right TCU first time is important to save time and confidence. Please read this part with an open mind to help you choose wisely as sometimes the cheapest option is not the best one and may end up costing you more. There are two choices that you can […]
Compiling a TCU Product
This document guides you to put a working product together from scratch. It will link you to the sections in the manual that your application requires, and how to set the product up correctly and print the relevant drawings for that installation. This legwork will save you or your customer […]