SMT8 Technical Manual

SMT8
Technical Manual V1.5

Table of Contents: Page no:
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................1
2. FEATURES ............................................................................................................1
2.1 ANALOG #1 MAP ............................................................................................ 1
2.2 ANALOG #2 MAP ............................................................................................ 1
2.3 IGN MAP ....................................................................................................... 1
2.4 INJECTION MAP #1 ........................................................................................ 1
2.5 INJECTION MAP #2 ........................................................................................ 2
2.6 SETPOINT ..................................................................................................... 2
2.7 AFR MODIFICATION........................................................................................ 2
2.8 FREQUENCY/PWM MODIFICATION .................................................................... 2
2.9 BOOST CONTROL ........................................................................................... 2
2.10 MAP A/B ....................................................................................................... 3
2.11 CALIBRATION ................................................................................................ 3
2.12 HELP ............................................................................................................ 3
3. GENERAL USE OF THE WINDOWS SOFTWARE ......................................................3
3.1 COMMUNICATION WITH THE SMT8 ................................................................... 3
4. CONNECTIONS .....................................................................................................3
4.1 PIN-OUT TABLE.............................................................................................. 3
4.2 SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... 6
5. TRIGGER INPUTS .................................................................................................6
6. ANALOG #1 MODIFICATION.................................................................................7
6.1 USAGE.......................................................................................................... 8
6.2 ASSOCIATED PINS ......................................................................................... 8
6.3 REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................. 9
6.4 MAIN (RPM/THROTTLE) MAP ............................................................................ 9
6.5 COMPLETE CALCULATION ................................................................................ 9
6.6 PARAMETERS................................................................................................. 9
7. ANALOG #2 MODIFICATIONS.............................................................................10
7.1 ASSOCIATED PINS ........................................................................................10
8. IGN (IGNITION) MAP.........................................................................................11
8.1 PURPOSE .....................................................................................................11
8.2 ASSOCIATED PINS (ON 14 PIN CONNECTOR) ....................................................11
8.3 MAX ADVANCE LIMIT .....................................................................................11
8.4 MAX RETARD LIMIT .......................................................................................11
8.5 MAPPING .....................................................................................................11
8.5.1 MAIN (RPM / THROTTLE) MAP...................................................................12
8.5.2 OPTIONAL AMP MAP ................................................................................12
8.5.3 OPTIONAL AIR TEMPERATURE MAP............................................................12
8.5.4 OPTIONAL ENGINE TEMPERATURE MAP......................................................12
8.6 PARAMETERS................................................................................................13
8.6.1 IGNITION SETUP ....................................................................................13
9. INJECTION MAP #1............................................................................................14
9.1 PURPOSE .....................................................................................................14
9.2 ASSOCIATED PINS: .......................................................................................14
9.2.1 MAIN (RPM / THROTTLE) MAP...................................................................15
9.2.2 AMP SIGNAL TABLE (OPTIONAL) ...............................................................15
9.2.3 ENGINE TEMPERATURE MAP (OPTIONAL) ...................................................15
9.2.4 AIR TEMPERATURE MAP (OPTIONAL) .........................................................15
9.3 COMPLETE CALCULATION ...............................................................................15
10. SETPOINT ..........................................................................................................15
10.1 SETPOINT USAGE..........................................................................................16
10.2 ASSOCIATED PINS ........................................................................................17
11. MAP SWITCHING................................................................................................18
11.1 MECHANICAL SWITCH ...................................................................................18
11.2 SOFTWARE SWITCH ......................................................................................18
11.3 AUTOMATIC SWITCHING ................................................................................19
12. FREQUENCY MODIFICATION ..............................................................................20
12.1 ASSOCIATED PINS ........................................................................................20
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12.2 COMPLETE CALCULATION ...............................................................................21
13. AFR (LAMBDA) MODIFICATIONS........................................................................21
13.1 ASSOCIATED PINS ........................................................................................21
13.2 NARROW BAND.............................................................................................22
13.3 WIDE BAND..................................................................................................23
14. BOOST CONTROL................................................................................................23
14.1 PURPOSE .....................................................................................................23
14.2 BOOST CONTROL MAPS AND PARAMETERS .......................................................23
14.3 WASTE GATE CANISTER .................................................................................24
15. PROTECTION ......................................................................................................24
16. KEYWORDS ........................................................................................................26
16.1 ECU.............................................................................................................26
16.2 MAPPING .....................................................................................................26
16.3 INTERCEPTING .............................................................................................26
16.4 TEE IN .........................................................................................................26
16.5 LAMBDA, OXYGEN, AFR..................................................................................26
16.6 CHIPPING ....................................................................................................26
16.7 MAF ............................................................................................................26
16.8 MAP ............................................................................................................26
16.9 AMP ............................................................................................................26
16.10 MAP SWITCHING .......................................................................................26
16.11 CAM 1, 2 ..................................................................................................26
16.12 PWM ........................................................................................................27
16.13 WIDE BAND LAMBDA ..................................................................................27
16.14 PICKUP.....................................................................................................27
16.15 FEED-THRU ...............................................................................................27
16.16 BALANCED INPUT ......................................................................................27
16.17 MAP SWITCH INPUT ...................................................................................27
16.18 SET POINT RELAY DRIVES...........................................................................27
16.19 INJECTOR DRIVE .......................................................................................27
16.20 DEFLECTION OR THROTTLE INPUT ...............................................................27
16.21 ETC..........................................................................................................27
17. PIN OUT BY FUNCTION ......................................................................................27
17.1 POWER ........................................................................................................27
17.2 THROTTLE INPUT ..........................................................................................28
17.3 CRANK INPUT ...............................................................................................28
17.4 CRANK OUTPUT ............................................................................................28
17.5 CAM INPUTS.................................................................................................28
17.6 CAM OUTPUTS ..............................................................................................28
17.7 AMP (MAP) INPUT..........................................................................................28
17.8 ENGINE TEMPERATURE ..................................................................................28
17.9 AIR TEMPERATURE ........................................................................................28
17.10 ANALOG #1 ..............................................................................................28
17.11 ANALOG #2 ..............................................................................................28
17.12 INJECTION DRIVE (VIA SEPPOINT OUTPUTS) .................................................28
17.13 MAP SWITCH.............................................................................................28
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FIGURE 1. SMT8 PIN OUT...............................................................................................4

FIGURE 2. BALANCE CRANK SIGNAL WIRING ................................................................7
FIGURE 3. ANALOG 1 WIRING........................................................................................7
FIGURE 4. ANALOG 2 WIRING......................................................................................10
FIGURE 5. CRANK AND CAM WIRING ...........................................................................11
FIGURE 6. EXTRA INJECTOR NO.1 WIRING ..................................................................15
FIGURE 7. SETPOINTS..................................................................................................16
FIGURE 8. WIRING DIAGRAM FOR MECHANICAL SWITCH............................................18
FIGURE 9. PWM / FREQUENCY WIRING .......................................................................20
FIGURE 10. NARROW BAND LAMBDA WIRING .............................................................21
FIGURE 11. WIDE BAND LAMBDA WIRING ...................................................................22
FIGURE 12. DIAGRAM OF TYPICAL BOOST SOLENOID..................................................24
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1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Digital Data Systems (DDS) SMT8 Technical Manual. The Technical Manual needs
to be used in conjunction with the LetRipp Software User Guide. The Technical Manual will assist
you in the operation of the DDS SMT8 product.
The SMT8 is the result of many years of development in the “Piggy-Back” industry.
2. FEATURES
Here is a brief list of the features:
• 2 maps to influence analog signals: ANA1 MAP

ANA2 MAP
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• 1 Map to influence up to THREE ignition signals IGN MAP…..
• 2 Extra injector maps to drive two injectors INJ MAP #1
INJ MAP #2
• 1 Set point control with up to 3 outputs (relays) SETPOINT
• 1 Frequency modification map FREQ
• 1 AFR (Lambda) modification map wide/narrow? AFR
• 1 BOOST control screen BOOST
• Calibration of all inputs: Engine temperature
Air temperature
AMP (MAP) sensor
Throttle position
RPM
• Engine Protection Via Ignition cut
Ignition retard
ETC control
2.1 ANALOG #1 MAP
An analog signal is intercepted via the A1 (IN) (pin 7/12) to A1 (OUT) (pin 5/10) connections. It
is mapped via Throttle/RPM, Engine temperature, Air temperature and AMP, for the purpose of
altering fuel at specific engine conditions. The output signal can be limited (high and low).
2.2 ANALOG #2 MAP
The analog signal on A2 (IN) (pin 9/12) is mapped to the A2 (OUT) (pin 4/10) via Throttle/RPM,
AMP, Air and Engine temperature, for the purpose of altering (mapping) an analog signal, which
in turn may alter certain engine operations. The output signal can be limited (high and low).
2.3 IGN MAP
Up to 3 ignition signals (CRANK+2xCAM) can be intercepted and mapped via Throttle/RPM, AMP,
Air and Engine temperature, for the purpose of retarding/advancing the ignition. Notice that the
Ignition mapping affects ALL ignition signals (advance/retard). The output signal can be set to
maximum advance and retard limits.
2.4 INJECTION MAP #1
The SMT8 can drive one extra injector (13 ohm) for supplementing fuel at high boost. The extra
injector can be controlled via Throttle/RPM, AMP, Engine and Air temperature maps. This allows
for precise fuel delivery at boost conditions. This feature is very popular with turbo and
supercharger installations. The Injector #1 output is assigned via the SET-POINT map.
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2.5 INJECTION MAP #2

The Second Injection map with full tuning capability is designed to operate on INJECTOR #2 via
the SET-POINT procedure. The map can be used for very complex fueling strategies in
conjunction with injection map #1, or it can be ignored. A 13 ohm injector must be used. The
Injector #2 output is assigned via the SET-POINT map.
2.6 SETPOINT
The SMT8 has 3 set point (relay) drive outputs, which can be activated from 14 different signal
sources. This is for the implementation of, for example, fan control, gearshift lights, idle
assistance and all other small jobs around the engine and cockpit. All functions can be combined
in a logical fashion, and full polarity (higher than/lower than) selection is possible. Furthermore,
The SETPOINT procedure can be used to switch between the TWO operating maps A/B. The SET-
POINT outputs are SHARED with the injection outputs.
2.7 AFR MODIFICATION
A large 16 x 24 map allows for the precise AFR (Lambda) signal modification via the AFR (IN)
(pin 5/12) to the AFR (OUT) (pin 10/10). The AFR is mapped via Throttle/RPM, AMP and Engine
temperature.
2.8 FREQUENCY/PWM MODIFICATION
A digital signal (PWM or FREQUENCY) can be modified via the FREQ (IN) (pin 2/12) and the FREQ
(OUT) (pin 2/10) signal path. The mapping is via RPM/TPS, AMP, Engine and Air temperature.
2.9 BOOST CONTROL
The Smt8 can pulse a solenoid to raise the boost above the waste gate canister default pressure.
The boost is mapped via low TPS/RPM, high TPS/RPM, Air temp/RPM and Boost target/RPM.

2.10 MAP A/B
The SMT8 has two complete maps. That is to say that you can switch between two different
tuned maps while driving. It is possible to have one map for fuel-economy, and the other for
performance. Or use the maps for different weather conditions. The Maps can be switched
automatically from the SETPOINT procedure, or from the hardware input (Switch). The
parameters and calibration are not switched. The maps can be ‘locked’ in to a fixed position from
the PC for tuning and downloading. When the map switching is enabled in the Set points the hard
switching (pin 8/12) will no longer function
2.11 CALIBRATION
The Throttle, RPM range, AMP sensor, Air temperature and Engine temperature sensor and scales
can be calibrated and specified. A sensor not used can be left out or switched off. The Calibration

is applicable to both tune maps A/B.
2.12 HELP
Help is available in various forms:

A) Right click on any item and a short explanation is available
B) This TECHNICAL MANUAL
C) The LETRIPP SOFTWARE USER GUIDE
D) Some WINDOWS ITEMS are explained ‘ONLINE’
3. GENERAL USE OF THE WINDOWS SOFTWARE
This is explained in the LETRIPP SOFTWARE USER GUIDE, and covers items like software
installation, the use, and features.
3.1 COMMUNICATION WITH THE SMT8
The SMT8 uses a USB2.0 communication. The supplied cable should be used or any standard
cable with an ‘interference prevention ferrite’.
4. CONNECTIONS
The SMT8 has 3 connectors and a USB communications port.
4.1 PIN-OUT TABLE
NOTE: The GROUND pin on the 10pin INJECTOR CONNECTOR is conducting CURRENT and
therefore must be connected via heavy gauge wires to chassis,

SMT 8
Injector
Connector
Crank & Cam

PC Connector

Main Connector
12 11 10 9 8 7 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 10 9 8 7 6
6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 5 4 3 2 1
FIGURE 1. SMT8 PIN OUT

SMT 8 Main Connector (12 Pin Connector)
Pin Signal Description

1 +12V SUPPLY Switched Battery Supply
2 Freq (in) Frequency input
3 AMP (in) Absolute Manifold Pressure input
4 Eng temp (in) Engine Temperature input
5 AFR (in) AFR/Lambda input
6 GND Signal Ground
7 Analog1 (in) Load Signal 1 input

8 Map Switch Map Switch Input, Open=high=A
9 Analog2 (in) Load signal 2 input
10 Air temp (in) Air Temperature input
11 TPS (in) Throttle Position input
12 GND Signal Ground
SMT 8 Injector Connector (10 Pin Connector)

1 GND Chassis Ground
2 Freq (out) Frequency output
3 WB (out) Wide Band Lambda output
4 Analog2 (out) Load Signal 2 output
5 Analog1 (out) Load Signal 1 output
6 SP #3 1 Amp drive
7 SP #1 1 Amp drive
8 SP #2 1 Amp drive
9 Analog 3 (out) Load Signal 3 output
10 AFR (out) Narrow Band Lambda output

SMT 8 Crank and Cam Connector (14 Pin Connector)

1 Crank – (in) Negative Crankshaft Signal input
2 Crank + (in) Positive Crankshaft Signal input
3 Cam #1- (in) Negative Camshaft Signal 1 input
4 Cam #1+ (in) Positive Camshaft Signal 1 input
5 Cam #2- (in) Negative Camshaft Signal 2 input
6 Cam #2+ (in) Positive Camshaft Signal 2 input
7 N/C

8 Crank – (out) Negative Crankshaft Signal output
9 Crank + (out) Positive Crankshaft Signal output
10 Cam#1- (out) Negative Camshaft Signal 1 output
11 Cam#1+ (out) Positive Camshaft Signal 1 output
12 Cam#2- (out) Negative Camshaft Signal 2 output
13 Cam#2+ (out) Positive Camshaft Signal 2 output
14 N/C
4.2 SPECIFICATIONS
Power consumption: ~ 100mA (0,1A)

Power supply voltage: 8 – 36 V
Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
Momentary power supply: up to 40 V, 5 ms
Signal input impedance: >10 K Ohm
Pull up: 2k2 Ohm
Ambient temperature: Up to 60 deg C (Passenger compartment)
Relay drives (3): 1A (SP1, 2 and 3)
Ignition signal outputs 6 x: 2K2 to + 12 V, switched to ground, max 10mA
Injector drive 2 x: 1 Amp, 13-Ohm injector (SHARED with relay drives)
Analog output drive 2 x: 0.005 Amp (5 mA), 0 - 5volts
Analog input range: 0 - 5 Volts
NOTE: The power supply must be maintained above 5 VOLTS during CRANKING!
5. TRIGGER INPUTS
The SMT8 derives the RPM reading from the CRANK signal input (pin2/14). The CAM signal inputs
can be left open.
All trigger inputs require
A) Connecting to wires (pickup, sensor)

B) Comparing the input signal to some preset trigger level

The SMT8 has three trigger inputs and outputs located on the 14 pin connector.

FIGURE 2. BALANCE CRANK SIGNAL WIRING
Description Input Pin Output Pin
A) CRANK SIGNAL: CRANK 1-2 CROUT 8-9
B) CAM#1 SIGNAL: CAM1 3-4 CA1OUT 10-11
C) CAM#2 SIGNAL: CAM2 5-6 CA2OUT 12-13
The type of trigger signal used is set up via the parameter screen.
TEETH PER TURN (INCLUDING MISSING)

EDGES PER TURN
6. ANALOG #1 MODIFICATION
The SMT8 ANA1 feature can modify one analog signal, namely ANALOG #1 INPUT and output the
mapped signal on ANALOG #1 OUT.
FIGURE 3. ANALOG 1 WIRING

6.1 USAGE
An analog signal is a DC voltage generated from a number of different types of sensors,

examples of these are the air flow meter, mass air flow meter (MAF) and pressure transducer
(MAP) or temperature transducer.
Most analog signals, with a few exceptions, range from 0 to 5 Volts and are used by the ECU to
determine the fuel quantity. By routing the signal through the SMT8 the analog voltage is
changed, which in turn results in a fuel change. Thus, allowing the car to be tuned. The input to
output voltage relationship can be changed at various engine-operating points. This process is
called “MAPPING”.
6.2 ASSOCIATED PINS
ANALOG 1 input Pin 7 of the 12-pin connector

ANALOG 1 output Pin 5 of the 10-pin connector

6.3 REQUIREMENTS
1) ANALOG #1 lower limit (Volts):

This voltage setting prohibits the analog output to go BELOW the limit.
2) ANALOG #1 high limit (Volts):
This voltage setting prohibits the analog output to go ABOVE the limit
6.4 MAIN (RPM/THROTTLE) MAP
For the RPM to work: Connect CRANK (see: RPM trigger).
For the Throttle (deflection) to work: Connect pin 11 of the 12-pin connector to the analog
deflection signal (normally the throttle position sensor).

All map entries are in counts (without a decimal point) 100 counts entry equals 1.00 Volts.
6.5 COMPLETE CALCULATION
ANA1OUT = ANA1IN
+- ANA1 MAP
X AN1 AMP
+- AN1 ENGT
+- AN1 AIRT
The ANA1OUT signal is limited to the low and high limits.
Note: The AMP map is a multiplier so when it is not used set all the values to 1.0
6.6 PARAMETERS
ANALOG1 UPPER LIMIT:

Entering 5 volts, which is the max output voltage, renders the limit useless.
Any other entry prevents the output to exceed the set limit.
ANALOG1 LOWER LIMIT:
The minimum output voltage is zero volts. Any other setting prevents the output from
falling below the set limit.

7. ANALOG #2 MODIFICATIONS
This map follows the concept of the ANALOG #1, except in the following details:

FIGURE 4. ANALOG 2 WIRING
7.1 ASSOCIATED PINS
ANALOG 2 input Pin 9 of the 12-pin connector

ANALOG 2 output Pin 4 of the 10-pin connector
For details see above.

8. IGN (IGNITION) MAP
8.1 PURPOSE
The ignition angle of an engine can be modified (retarded or advanced) to achieve one of the
following effects:
A) More power with high quality fuel (advance).
B) Avoid detonation after a turbo (Supercharger) installation (retard).
C) Retarding for poor quality fuel.
There are numerous other applications, which require better ignition angle control. Ignition
control is not successful on engines with active knock sensor control.
8.2 ASSOCIATED PINS (on 14 pin connector)

Input Pin Output Pin
- + - +
CRANK : 1 2 8 9
CAM #1: 3 4 10 11
CAM #2: 5 6 12 13
FIGURE 5. CRANK AND CAM WIRING
8.3 MAX ADVANCE LIMIT
This is the maximum total advance the unit will allow for modification. It must be a positive
entry. See: CONFIG, PARAMETERS
8.4 MAX RETARD LIMIT
This is the maximum total retard the unit will allow for modification. It can be positive or
negative entry. See: CONFIG, PARAMETERS
8.5 MAPPING
The Ignition signal can be mapped within the specified (above) limits by:

8.5.1 MAIN (RPM / THROTTLE) MAP
For the RPM to work: Connect CRANK signal
For the Throttle to work: Connect pin 11 of the 12-pin connector to the analog deflection signal
(normally the throttle position sensor).
Enter a number in the range from the max retard limit to max advance limit on the main map.
Zero, will do no modification to the signal!
8.5.2 OPTIONAL AMP MAP
The AMP table can be ENABLED / DISABLED.

If ENABLED, the active value will be added to the value on the main map, for no modification
place a zero on this map.
The MAP deflection comes from the AMP (IN) pin 3 of the 12-pin connector.
8.5.3 OPTIONAL AIR TEMPERATURE MAP
The AIR temperature map can be ENABLED/DISABLED. If ENABLED, the active value will be
added to the value on the main map, for no modification place a zero on this map.
The air temperature deflection comes from AIRT (IN) pin 10 of the 12-pin connector.
A disabled table does nothing. It has the same effect as entering 0 in all table positions.
8.5.4 OPTIONAL ENGINE TEMPERATURE MAP
The Engine temperature side table can be ENABLED/DISABLED. If ENABLED=ACTIVE, the active
value is added to the other values to form the overall IGNITION modification.
The Engine Temperature input comes from pin 4 of the 12-pin connector.

8.6 PARAMETERS
MAX ADVANCE LIMIT

This restricts the maximum overall ADVANCE from the neutral point.
MAX RETARD LIMIT

This restricts the maximum overall RETARD from the neutral point.
START SECONDS
This is the time in seconds after starting the Smt8 waits before it will modify the ignition signal.
8.6.1 IGNITION SETUP
The Teeth per Turn and the Edges per Turn need to be configured for the SMT8 to advance and
retard the timing. First setup the Edges per Turn until the LetRipp Software displays the same
RPM as the rev counter.

The Teeth per Turn is setup last and when it is set up correctly the Status will NOT have the
‘Ign.Detect Fault’ highlighted.

9. INJECTION MAP #1
9.1 PURPOSE
The INJECTION #1 (F1) screen allows the control of ONE injector placed in the manifold.
The injector must be wired to the SP1 output and assigned to it in the SET-POINT
procedure.
9.2 ASSOCIATED PINS:
Throttle deflection: Pin 11 of the 12-pin connector

Manifold pressure: Pin 3 of the 12-pin connector
Injector outputs: (SP1) Pin 7 of the 10-pin connector
POWER GROUND: pin 1 of the 10pin connector

FIGURE 6. EXTRA INJECTOR NO.1 WIRING
9.2.1 MAIN (RPM / THROTTLE) MAP

Enter a number in the range from 0 to 999 on the main map. A zero entry disables the injector
output. An entry of 100 is the equivalent of 1.00 MS (milliseconds) injection.
9.2.2 AMP SIGNAL TABLE (OPTIONAL)
A multiplication factor in the range from 0.01 to 9.99 can be used. An entry of 1.00 will do no
multiplication to the value in the main map. The MAP deflection comes from the AMP (IN) pin 3
of the 12-pin connector.
The map is activated from the PC.
9.2.3 ENGINE TEMPERATURE MAP (OPTIONAL)
The entry in this map is ADDED to the main fuel map entry. Entries range from 0 to 999. 100
counts equate to 1.00 MS.
9.2.4 AIR TEMPERATURE MAP (OPTIONAL)
The entry in this map in the range from 0 to 999 is added to the other map values. An entry of
100 results in 1.00MS added fuel.
OPEN TIME = MAIN TABLE

+ ENGINE TEMP MAP
+ AIRT TEMP MAP
X AMP MAP
10. SETPOINT
The SMT8 has a very powerful set point control feature, which allows the activation of relays. The
relays can control more powerful devices such as lamps, motors, solenoids, pumps and fans.

10.1 SETPOINT USAGE
The unit has 3 output pins, each capable of driving a relay/solenoid of 1A. For details of the
SETPOINT operation and setup see: LETRIPP SOFTWARE USER GUIDE.
FIGURE 7. SETPOINTS

The SETPOINTS are evaluated as follows:

LIMIT EVALUATION:
This check compares the specified input with a settable limit (High/Low) and reports the
state back. A TRUE condition is required to proceed. An example of this would be a limit
of 2000 RPM and the engine exceeds 2000RPM the condition would be true because the
limit is set to ‘HIGH’.
FUNCTION EVALUATION:
This check has three options:
NONE: No further checking is performed, and the limit result is copied.
AND: The true LOGICAL ‘AND’ evaluation is performed with any other function.
OR: The true LOGICAL ‘OR” evaluation is performed with any other function.
A TRUE condition is required to proceed.
The MAP SWITCHING feature is attached here! See: MAP SWITCHING
WIRE EVALUATION:
If both of the above conditions are TRUE, then an output is activated when a WIRE is
specified.
The result of the FUNCTION EVALUATION can be used to switch the operating map A/B. See:
MAP SWITCHING for more details. The hard cut and soft cut options are used in the Protection
map (SHIFT F10)
10.2 ASSOCIATED PINS
Relay drive #1 Pin 7 of the 10-pin connector


11. MAP SWITCHING
The SMT8 comes with two entirely separate tune maps in memory. We call them map “A” and
map “B”. The LETRIPP Software displays the present map in the upper right hand corner or in the
STATUS display. Two maps are used for:
• Performance versus Economy
• Tested versus un-tested
• Normal versus high altitude
• Good fuel versus bad fuel
• Weather
NOTE: Please make sure that you have a valid tune map in map “B” before you
flip the switch.

The two tune maps can be invoked by:
11.1 MECHANICAL SWITCH
There is an option to connect (pin 8/12) an external mechanical switch to the SMT8 to enable it
to do map switching. Without this mechanical external switch, the unit will default on power up
to Map A (open pin). Should the mechanical switch be installed, the unit will power up and run on
the map selected. The transition between maps switching is seamless and can be performed
while the vehicle is in operation, provided both maps are loaded.
A SMT 8
MAP SW
Pin 8 of 12
B
MAP SW
Pin 8 of 12
MAP (A,B) Switch Wiring.
FIGURE 8. WIRING DIAGRAM FOR MECHANICAL SWITCH
11.2 SOFTWARE SWITCH
The tuning software can also change the Selected Map, regardless of what the external
mechanical switch is presently set to. However, as soon as the unit is reset or is powered up, the
SMT8 will revert back to the external mechanical switch setting. By changing the software map
switch, the unit will switch maps, even while the vehicle is in use. The PC FREEZES the selected
map and renders any other map-switching mute.

11.3 AUTOMATIC SWITCHING
The SETPOINT feature can switch the operating maps. This is done from the FUNCTION level. A
FALSE evaluation selects map A. Mechanical map switching will no longer function
For this feature to work the following items must be set:
1) Enable SYSDEF, SETPOINT MAP SWITCHING ENABLED
2) Set Any of the SETPOINT features FUNCTION, ENABLE MAP SWITCHING

12. FREQUENCY MODIFICATION
The SMT8 has a separate FREQUENCY/PWM modification channel for the purpose of tuning a
digital signal. These signals are used in airflow meters and solenoid drives. The SMT8 can tune
the ON and OFF periods of the signal simultaneously in the frequency mode, or just the ON
period length in the PWM mode

FREQUENCY INPUT Pin2 of 12 FREQ (IN)

FREQUENCY OUTPUT Pion2 of 10 FREQ (OUT)
FIGURE 9. PWM / FREQUENCY WIRING
For hall or optical sensor a pull-up is required. See diagram below.


FREQ (Output) = FREQIN
+-Freq AMP
+-Freq ENGT
+-Freq AIRT
The output is limited to the High/Low Frequency parameter. Entry is in PERCENT. The PWM
modification is the same as above, but the limit parameters do NOT apply.
13. AFR (LAMBDA) MODIFICATIONS
The purpose of the AFR (Lambda) modification channel is to change the AFR reading the ECU
receives from an exhaust sensor. This in turn affects the ECU fuel loop. Thus AFR tuning
becomes a powerful tool for fuel modifications.
AFR (IN) Pin 5 of 12

AFR (OUT) Pin 10 of 10
WB (OUT) Pin 3 of 10
FIGURE 10. NARROW BAND LAMBDA WIRING

FIGURE 11. WIDE BAND LAMBDA WIRING
13.2 NARROW BAND

The narrow band sensor has an output signal from 0 (lean) to 1Volt (Rich). This signal can be
interpreted by the SMT8 and it is available for display in AFR or LAMBDA. The signal from the
sensor is routed to the AFR (IN) pin and exits the unit by the AFR (OUT) pin. The table entry is in
AFR or LAMBDA, depending on the ‘Units’ choice (Tools).
The same modification could be achieved via the ANALOG #1/2 maps in volts, but the signal
remains in volts.

13.3 WIDE BAND
This feature allows the ‘TUNING’ of a BOSCH LSU4 sensor. The mode is enabled in the SYSTEM
DEFINITION screen. Because of the special LSU4 sensor controller and signals, the AFR/LAMBDA
cannot be interpreted by the SMT8, but the signal can be modified none-the-less.
WIDE BAND CONNECTIONS:

Connect AFR (IN) (5/12) to WB (OUT) (3/10) to LSU4 pin 6 (RED, IP)
14. BOOST CONTROL
The SMT8 has a boost control feature, which can be used to IMPLEMENT a boost control loop
after adding a turbo.

This does NOT MODIFY and existing boost control loop, but constructs a new one. The manifold
pressure is measured via the AMP (IN) (pin 3 of 12) and compared to a target map. Depending
on the difference to the target boost pressure the output PWM to the bleeder solenoid is modified
so that the waste gate is closed/opened to achieve the target pressure.
14.1 PURPOSE
It is often desirable to add a turbo to an engine without DE-COMPRESSING the engine. In this
application precise boost control is required at lower RPM to avoid knocking, but higher boost
pressures can be used at high RPM.
The boost control is achieved via a “BLEEDER” valve, which controls the effective canister
pressure, and thus operates the waste gate. The signal to the bleeder valve is PWM.
14.2 BOOST CONTROL MAPS AND PARAMETERS
BOOST TARGET MAP

Entry is in pressure (bar/lbs). For each RPM point a different boost target can be specified.
BOOST AIR TEMPERATURE

The entry is in percent (of PWM). The value is added/subtracted from the PWM base.

BOOST LOW PWM
This is the PWM BASE duty cycle in percent for LOW TPS settings.
BOOST HIGH PWM

This is the PWM BASE duty cycle in percent for HIGH TPS settings.
BOOST GAIN (PARAMETER)

This is a multiplier (0.01 to 9.99) by which the target to manifold difference is multiplied with
before adding the result to the BASE PWM. If the actual manifold pressure differs too much from
the target then the gain is too low. If the loop ‘oscillates’ then the gain is too high. The gain
depends on the bleeder valve construction, the size of the waste gate canister, and the piping
used.

5 Amp
+12 Volts switch power
To manifold
To atmosphere SP # 2
To wastgate Smt8
FIGURE 12. DIAGRAM OF TYPICAL BOOST SOLENOID
14.3 WASTE GATE CANISTER
A waste gate canister with a pressure of less or equal to the LOWEST boost pressure must be
used. Normally 0.2-0.3 bar (3.5lb) is sufficient.
15. PROTECTION
The SMT8 can be programmed to ‘protect’ the engine should an input go out of range.

CUT Ign.AMP Lim
Should the manifold pressure exceed the limit then the crank signal output is cut.
CUT Eng.Temp Lim

Should the engine temperature exceed the limit then the crank signal output is cut.
CUT Air.Temp Lim

Should the air temperature exceed the limit then the crank signal output is cut.
CUT Rpm Limit

Should the engine Rpm exceed the limit then the crank signal output is cut.
RET Ign.AMP Lim

Should the manifold pressure exceed the limit then the ignition timing is retarded gradually until
the ignition retard limit is reached. (Shift F1)
RET Eng.Temp Lim

Should the engine temperature exceed the limit then the ignition timing is retarded gradually
until the ignition retard limit is reached. (Shift F1)
RET Air.Temp Lim

Should the air temperature exceed the limit then the ignition timing is retarded gradually until
the ignition retard limit is reached. (Shift F1)
RET Rpm Limit

Should the engine rpm exceed the limit then the ignition timing is retarded gradually until the
ignition retard limit is reached. (Shift F1)
RET Time Seconds

The time in seconds before the Smt8 implements the retard protection.
The MOD protection works on the Analog 1, 2 and 3 outputs. The protection circuit will make the
output 0 volts or 5 volts if the programmable limit/s are breeched. Any or all 3 analog outputs
can be protected. The output can be inverted (Shift F2) which will make the output 0 volts when
a limit is reached. The protection is enabled in the Shift F2 map.
MOD AMP Limit

The manifold pressure limit for the protection to kick in.
MOD Eng.temp Lim

The engine temperature limit for the protection to kick in.
MOD Air.temp Lim

The air temperature limit for the protection to kick in
MOD Rpm Limit

The RPM limit for the protection to kick in
MOD Time Seconds

The time in seconds before the Smt8 implements the protection.

16. KEYWORDS
16.1 ECU
The computer “box”, which is controlling the engine’s operation
16.2 MAPPING
A process by which, a signal is manipulated via the various tuning maps.
16.3 INTERCEPTING
A wire is cut, and the two ends are “routed” through the SMT8 for the purpose of changing the
signal.

16.4 TEE IN
A wire from the SMT8 is joined to the standard wiring loom. The signal is only read, and no
modifications take place.
16.5 LAMBDA, OXYGEN, AFR
A lambda probe, oxygen probe, or AFR sensor all measure the oxygen content in the exhaust
pipe. At lambda 1.00 the AFR=14.7 and a narrow band sensor generates a voltage between 0.2
and 0.8 Volts.
16.6 CHIPPING
Traditionally this applies to changing the “chip” of the ECU to provide better performance. When
ECU’s started to control the engine it meant changing an EEPROM. The term now also applies to
adding a SMT8 to the car, without changing any chips or EEPROMS. The SMT8 has the advantage
over chipping because of the online tune and the retune capability.
16.7 MAF
Mass Air Flow sensor. It could be a device with a “FLAP” or a solid-state “hot wire” sensor. It
generates basically an analog output voltage, which increases with higher airflow. Some devices
compensate for air temperature (density).
16.8 MAP
Manifold Absolute Pressure. It is a solid-state device with 3 wires and provides an analog output
voltage, which increases as the manifold pressure increases. Since it measures the absolute
pressure the output voltage DECREASES at idle. We don’t like this term because is also applies to
a tuning map.
16.9 AMP
Absolute Manifold Pressure. The same thing as a MAP! We like this term because it can’t be
confused with a tuning “map”.
16.10 MAP SWITCHING
All of our units have two tuning maps, which can be switched while driving. There are THREE
possible map-switching scenarios.
16.11 CAM 1, 2
Our terminology for ignition signal inputs from a possible of 2 CAM’s.

16.12 PWM
Pulse Width Modulation. The information is in the ON to OFF signal ratio.
16.13 WIDE BAND LAMBDA
This is a 5 wire lambda probe (BOSCH LSU-4) with the part number starting with 025800. The
SMT8 can’t read the probe information, but can modify it. This probe is very popular because it
measures the AFR very fast and at very RICH mixtures, which is useful for turbo/supercharger
applications.
16.14 PICKUP
It is a sensor, which “picks up” an engine measurement like temperature or crank angle position.

The sensor can be a Hall Effect (square wave) or magnetic (sine wave).
16.15 FEED-THRU
A method where a wire is cut and routed through the SMT8 for the purpose of modifying the
electrical signal.
16.16 BALANCED INPUT
Refers to a magnetic pickup (CRANK/CAM position) where the pickup coil is isolated from ground.
If a balanced input is tested with a scope, then both wires have an opposing signal on it. The
SMT8 has balanced inputs on all three trigger inputs.
16.17 MAP SWITCH INPUT
A switch input when not used defaults to MAP=A.
16.18 SET POINT RELAY DRIVES
An “open collector” output, which can drive a relay of 1A at 12 volts. The unit switches to
ground, so the other coil wire of the relay must be connected to + 12v battery or switched +12v.
The output state can be configured via the tuning software to switch on various set points. It can
also be set to depend on the polarity and in the case of linked set point functions an AND\OR
logic state.
16.19 INJECTOR DRIVE
The SMT8 switches to ground. The current rating is sufficient for ONE 13 ohm injector per
output.
16.20 DEFLECTION or THROTTLE input
It is a tee-in signal in the range from 0 –5Volts. Normally a low voltage refers to a closed
throttle.
16.21 ETC
Electronic throttle control. This is a throttle body that is controlled by the ecu electronically and
not by a conventional cable.
17. PIN OUT BY FUNCTION
17.1 POWER
Ground 6-12
+12V 1-12

17.2 THROTTLE INPUT
Input 11-12
17.3 CRANK INPUT

Crank - 1-14
Crank + 2-14
17.4 CRANK OUTPUT

CROUT- 8-14
CROUT+ 9-14
17.5 CAM INPUTS

CAM#1- 3-14
CAM#1+ 4-14

CAM#2- 5-14
CAM#2+ 6-14
17.6 CAM OUTPUTS

CA1OUT- 10-14
CA1OUT+ 11-14
CA2OUT- 12-14
CA2OUT+ 13-14
17.7 AMP (MAP) INPUT

Input 3-12
17.8 ENGINE TEMPERATURE

Input 4-12
17.9 AIR TEMPERATURE

Input 10-12
17.10 ANALOG #1
Input 7-12
Output 5-10
17.11 ANALOG #2
Input 9-12
Output 4-10
17.12 INJECTION DRIVE (VIA SEPPOINT OUTPUTS)

SP1 7-10 INJECTOR #1
SP2 8-10 INJECTOR #2
SP3 6-10 BOOST
17.13 MAP SWITCH

Input 8-12

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FIGURE 1. SMT8 PIN OUT...............................................................................................4

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Here is a brief list of the features:

• 2 maps to influence analog signals: ANA1 MAP

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2.2 ANALOG #2 MAP

2.3 IGN MAP

2.4 INJECTION MAP #1

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2.7 AFR MODIFICATION

2.8 FREQUENCY/PWM MODIFICATION

2.9 BOOST CONTROL

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Help is available in various forms:

3. GENERAL USE OF THE WINDOWS SOFTWARE

3.1 COMMUNICATION WITH THE SMT8

The SMT8 has 3 connectors and a USB communications port.

4.1 PIN-OUT TABLE

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Crank & Cam

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FIGURE 1. SMT8 PIN OUT

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Pin Signal Description

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SMT 8 Injector Connector (10 Pin Connector)

Pin Signal Description

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Pin Signal Description

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Power consumption: ~ 100mA (0,1A)

All trigger inputs require

A) Connecting to wires (pickup, sensor)

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Description Input Pin Output Pin

A) CRANK SIGNAL: CRANK 1-2 CROUT 8-9

B) CAM#1 SIGNAL: CAM1 3-4 CA1OUT 10-11

C) CAM#2 SIGNAL: CAM2 5-6 CA2OUT 12-13

TEETH PER TURN (INCLUDING MISSING)

FIGURE 3. ANALOG 1 WIRING

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An analog signal is a DC voltage generated from a number of different types of sensors,

6.2 ASSOCIATED PINS

ANALOG 1 input Pin 7 of the 12-pin connector

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1) ANALOG #1 lower limit (Volts):

6.4 MAIN (RPM/THROTTLE) MAP

For the RPM to work: Connect CRANK (see: RPM trigger).

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6.5 COMPLETE CALCULATION