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electronics GENERIC ENGINE MONITOR
 USER GUIDE
GEM
(GENERIC ENGINE MONITOR)

©TeleflexMorse 2004. All specifications subject to change without notice.

Any trademarks used are recognised and are the property of their respective owners. Printed in England.
Document reference: 806607. Issue 4; May 2004.

GEM
Before you start - what you should have 1. GEM (Generic Engine Monitor) user guide
What you should have Thank you for choosing GEM. These pages Section/contents Page
(clockwise from top left): provide operating instructions for GEM 2. Understanding GEM 4
application software which displays J1939- 3. Getting started 6
• Mounting template/Packing list compatible engine transmission data on a 4. GEM’s soft keys 7
• The GEM User Guide (not shown) CANtrak human-machine interface (HMI). 5. Tri Display 8
• Blank front label and TeleflexMorse Please read through the guide before use. 6. Quad Display 11
label ready to fit to front of display 7. Uni Display 12
• Front mounting kit (4 x studs/nuts) GEM user-configurable application software 8. Data parameters monitored 13
• CANtrak display with GEM software creates graphical instrument clusters to 9. Active and Stored alarm lists 18
preloaded display parameters and alarms - providing 10. Configuration menu 20
OEMs with a time-saving solution for 11. Pop up windows/warnings 25
introducing equipment incorporating higher
plus 12. Setting contrast/lighting 26
degrees of electronic display and control. 13. Preferred screen store 27
14. Keypad lock 27
We hope you will be very happy with this 15. GEM connection data 28
Other GEM accessories optionally product and have many years of trouble- 16. GEM installation 30
available (clockwise from top left): free operation. If you have any problems or 17. Maintenance/troubleshooting 32
ideas for improvement then we would like 18. The CANtrak platform 33
• Trunnion Mounting Bracket to hear from you. 19. Software development 34
(Part No. 930293) 20. Glossary 35
• Behind Dash Mounting Kit 21. Safety and legal information 36
(Part No. 900061)
• Power/CAN Harness
(Part No. 510623)
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2. Understanding GEM Understanding GEM - continued
GEM software runs on a CANtrak display with five soft keys, providing a flexible and intuitive GEM presents a context-
Human-Machine Interface (HMI). The 5 soft keys access a graphical menu structure that uses dependent ‘button bar’
standard and easily-understood icons to indicate the key’s current function. This enables the above the pushbuttons
operator to select the required engine and transmission data and display it in the following if any key from 1 to 4 is
formats: pressed - it disappears
after 5 seconds of
inactivity. This ‘top level’
• Analogue gauges
button bar shows the
• Digital values
basic structure of GEM:
• Multi-gauge/data (a combination of above)
• Historical trend graphs
Key 1: Tri Key 2: Quad Key 3: Uni Key 4: Active Key 5:
• Current or stored alarm messages
Display, or Main Display (user Display showing Alarm Display. Contrast
Engine Display. configurable). data history Holding the and Lighting
Additionally, various diagnostic screens are available, allowing detailed investigation of the Repeat presses Repeat presses (configurable). key brings up adjustment, or
engine and transmission data stream. The underlying structure of GEM and its interaction with cycle the fuel cycle the Repeat presses Stored Alarms: - if held for 3
the soft keys may be understood by Figure 2.1. By accessing the Configuration menu, users computer display around cycle display seconds - the
can customise some of the displayed data to show, for example, metric or imperial units, and through various 3 different quad through available Configuration
various parameters such as the full-scale reading of gauges. modes: view options: parameters: menu:

Figure 2.1 (opposite page). The structure of GEM and its interaction with the soft keys.
Pressing any of the first 4 keys (GEM keys are numbered 1 to 5, from left to right) brings up
the top level ‘button bar’ (navigation menu).

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3. Getting started 4. GEM’s soft keys
When power is applied to the display, a start-up screen (Figure 3.1) displays for approximately GEM’s soft keys simplify the operator interface. In use, GEM displays a ‘button bar’ directly
7 seconds while the unit performs a self test . If the unit makes a long ‘beep-ing’ sound, above the soft keys when any of the first 4 keys (keys 1 to 4, starting from the left) are
self-test has failed. Users can attempt to rectify the fault by restoring factory defaults (see pressed - with icons representing the current function of each key. Figure 4.1 shows the main
Configuration section 10); if the fault persists, contact your supplier for guidance. button bar, with icons 1 to 4 representing the gauges and alarms available, and icon 5 an ‘exit
door’. Repeat presses of these buttons toggles around the display options available. The button
Figure 3.1. The ‘splash screen’ displayed on boot-up. bar will disappear after approximately 5 seconds if no further keys are pressed.
This shows TeleflexMorse’s part and software version
numbers. Other ID information may be found in the Figure 4.1. GEM’s top level button
About page of the Configuration menu. (Note that bar menu. :
users can, optionally, have a custom splash screen Key 1: Pages icon indicating that
- see section 19 for details.) further presses cycle through
options for the screen being viewed
(in this instance fuel computer
modes for the main engine
After the start up screen disappears, GEM starts displaying readings on its virtual gauges if it is display)
connected to an active source of data. GEM displays the ‘main engine display’ or tri-screen on Key 2: Quad display mode
initial start up, but note that after use this changes to the screen that was last displayed (see Key 3: Uni display mode
Preferred Screen Store/section 13 for details). GEM display modes are detailed in the following Key 4: Alarm display mode
sections. Key 5: Exit door

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5. The Tri Display or Main Engine Display (key 1) 5. Tri Display (fuel computer modes)
This GEM display mode provides three independent windows, and is intended to show the
Repeat presses of key 1 step the main engine display’s bottom
most frequently-accessed vehicle data (RPM, speed, temperature and fuel). To select Tri
left window through the fuel computer modes below. All the
Display, press any of the first 4 keys to show the top-level button bar, and then key 1 (the
displays are similar, except for the icon and units - see Trip
left-hand key). The parameters displayed on this page cannot be changed, apart from the fuel
Fuel example left. Note. If a parameter is not available from the
computer window which is explained below. However, attributes such as units and scales may
engine/transmission, it will not be possible to select it. If the
be changed - see the Configuration menu/section 10 for details (note that user -defined views
parameter becomes unavailable while in view, ‘- - -‘ is displayed.
of vehicle data are available in the next GEM mode: Quad Display). Figure 5.2. A fuel
computer mode.
The top window shows 2 analogue gauges;
engine RPM and speed (maximum RPM and Instantaneous Fuel Rate (volume/hour)
speed may be set using the Configuration Average Trip Fuel Rate. If Total Fuel and Engine Hours are available it is calculated since last
menu). Note that if speed data is not trip fuel/hours reset using: trip fuel/trip hours [volume/hour]
available the right hand gauge will display Average Distance Per Volume. If Vehicle Speed or Vehicle Distance and the Total Fuel is
engine oil pressure. The bottom right available then it is calculated since last trip fuel/distance reset using: distance/volume
window shows coolant temperature. The Total Engine Hours. If Total Engine Hours is available
bottom left window shows fuel tank level. Trip Engine Hours. Since last trip hours reset
Other fuel computer data is displayed by Trip Fuel. Since last trip fuel reset
repeat presses of key 1 - see following Total Distance. If Total Distance is available
page for details). Trip Distance. If Total Distance is available then it is calculated since last trip distance reset. If
Figure 5.1. Tri Display or Main Engine
Total Distance is not available, but Trip Distance is then this is displayed.
It is also possible to display speed derived Fuel Remaining. If Tank Capacity is entered, Tank Full is reset, and Total Fuel Used is
Display, accessed via key 1.
from a GPS module with an NMEA 0183 available, then Fuel Remaining is calculated using: Tank Capacity – (Total Fuel Used – Trip
Note. Metric units are shown as a default, but
output - interfaced via the display’s RS232 Fuel). Evaluation assumes Engine Fuel Used is cumulative and not zeroed on power up.
others may be selected via the Configuration
port (contact your GEM supplier for further
menu.
information).
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5. Tri Display (fuel computer modes) - continued 6. The Quad Display (key 2)
Quad display mode provides 4 gauges. To select it, press any of the keys 1 to 4 to show
Distance Remaining. If the data required for Fuel Remaining and Average Distance Per
the top-level button bar and then key 2. Repeat presses of key 2 cycle the display around 3
Volume is available, it is calculated using: Average Distance Per Volume x Fuel Remaining
separate quad screens: as a default these screens show 4 digital gauges (RPM, temperature,
Notes. Reset - which affects all resettable fuel computer parameters - is performed by battery voltage, oil pressure), 4 analogue gauges (same as digital), and 4 alternative analogue
allowing the button bar to disappear and pressing and holding key 1 for at least 3 gauges. All 12 gauges may be selected and configured by users, providing a simple means
seconds. If the button bar is visible then the display will move to the next parameter of creating application-specific views of engine data. Gauges are selected via quad display’s
before the Reset. Setting Fuel Tank Reset and Total Fuel Tank Data is performed via the ‘adjust mode’, by pressing key 5 (noted by an arrow icon) when GEM is running quad display
Configuration menu. and the button bar is visible. In adjust mode, corresponding key presses cycle the display
through available parameters (listed in section 8). The selected configuration is stored even
when power is removed; adjust mode is exited by pressing key 5.

Figure 6.1. Top row: the 3 default displays available in

quad-display, and adjust mode (below) which allows
users to select the gauges displayed.

Note. If a parameter is not available from the engine/

transmission, it will not be possible to select it. If the
parameter becomes unavailable while in view, ‘- - -‘ is
displayed.
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7. The Uni Display (key 3) 8. Engine and transmission parameters monitored
This table lists the engine and transmission parameters that can be displayed by GEM
GEM’s Uni display mode plots data
and which may be shown in user-configurable Quad Display and Uni Display modes (a tick
history in one large window - in an X-Y
indicates the parameter may be selected). DB is an abbreviation for GEM’s internal database,
graph format similar to a pen plotter. This
which stores all data transmitted from the engine/transmission. It can be accessed via the
mode is selected by pressing any of the
Configuration menu. (Note that this list is current at the time of going to press, new parameters
first 4 keys to show the top-level button
are continually being added - the latest list may be found in the latest GEM datasheet available
bar and then key 3.
at <http://www.cantrak-int.com>).
Data is shown in graph form, with the
Abbreviations: The units ‘MPG’ and ‘Gal’ denote US gallons. For non-US Imperial gallons (UK,
most recent data scrolling from right
Canada, etc) units, these units are denoted as IMPG or IGal. N = nautical. KTS = Knots.
to left. The viewed time range may be
adjusted in the Configuration menu
Note. If a parameter is not available, it will not be possible to select it. If the parameter
from 2 minutes to 8 hours in six steps.
becomes unavailable while in view, ‘- - -’ is displayed.
Figure 7.1. Example graph display plotting Maximum and minimum values of the
Y axis (the reading span) are adjusted Icon Parameter Tri Quad Uni DB
battery voltage.
automatically to give an optimum view ELECTRICAL
Note. If a parameter is not available from the of data. The parameter displayed is Internal voltage (V) √ √ √
engine/transmission, it will not be possible selectable by repeatedly pressing key
to select it. If the parameter becomes 3 while in the graph display mode. The Battery voltage (V) √ √ √
unavailable while in view, ‘- - -’ is displayed. parameters that may be displayed are Battery current (A) √ √
listed in section 8.
Alternator current (A) √ √

Alternator voltage (V) √ √

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8. Engine and transmission parameters monitored - continued 8. Engine and transmission parameters monitored - continued
Icon Parameter Tri Quad Uni DB
MISCELLANEOUS Engine hours (h) √ √
None Torque converter lock-up √
Trip engine hours (h) √ √
Current gear √ √ Icon Parameter Tri Quad Uni DB
FUEL & DISTANCE
Selected gear √ √ Trip distance (km, Miles, NMiles) √ √
Distance remaining (km, Miles, NMiles) √ √
Accelerator position (%) √ √
Total distance (km, Miles, NMiles) √ √
None Transmission output shaft speed (RPM) √
None Transmission input shaft speed (RPM) √ Fuel rate (L/h, Gal/h or IGal/h) √ √ √

Engine speed (RPM) √ √ √ √ Average trip fuel rate (L/h, Gal/h or IGal/h) √ √

Fuel level (%) √ √

Engine torque (%) √ √
Fuel remaining (L, Gal or IGal) √ √
Engine oil level (%) √ √
Trip fuel (L, Gal, IGal) √ √
Coolant level (%) √ √ None Total fuel used (L, Gal, IGal) √
Instantaneous fuel economy (Km/L, MPG or IMPG) √ √
Fan speed (%) √ √
Average fuel economy (Km/L, MPG or IMPG) √ √
Vehicle speed (km/h, MPH or KTS) √ √

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8. Engine and transmission parameters monitored - continued 8. Engine and transmission parameters monitored - continued
Icon Parameter Tri Quad Uni DB TEMPERATURE (can be ºC or ºF)
PRESSURE (can be kPa, PSI or bar)
Coolant temperature √ √ √ √
Fuel pressure √ √ √
Engine intercooler temperature √ √
Barometric pressure √ √

Auxiliary pressure √ √ Engine oil temperature √ √ √

Turbo pressure √ √ √ Transmission oil temperature √ √ √

Turbo oil temperature √ √

Air inlet pressure √ √ √
Fuel temperature √ √
Air filter differential pressure √ √
Inlet manifold temperature √ √ √
None Injector metering rail 1 pressure √
None Injector metering rail 2 pressure √ Air inlet temperature √ √
Coolant pressure √ √ √
Exhaust temperature √ √ √
Engine oil pressure √ √ √ √
Auxiliary temperature √ √
Transmission oil pressure √ √ √

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9. Active and Stored Alarm Lists (key 4) 9. Active and Stored Alarm Lists (key 4) - continued
Active alarms. When an active/current alarm is received, a flashing pop- up window appears When first entering the screen, the list automatically displays the most recent alarm. The list
overlaid on the current screen in use, showing details of the current alarm. If the alarm is ‘red/ can be scrolled using keys 1 and 2. This screen cannot be exited until all alarms have been
stop’ category (this is J1939 terminology for a serious problem, e.g. low oil pressure), acknowledged by pressing key 3. Alarm messages are automatically cleared from the list when
GEM activates its internal sounder (beeping noise), and the External Alarm Output or Pin 11 no longer received by GEM.
(if available on the CANtrak you have chosen).
Stored alarms. Alarms stored by engine/transmission ECU’s (i.e. not active or current but
old/historical alarms) may be viewed by pressing and holding key 4 while the active alarm list
screen is visible. On entry to this page, GEM sends a data request to the engine/transmission.
The engine/transmission sends the stored alarm data to GEM, which is decoded and displayed
in a similar fashion to active alarms. GEM displays an error message if there is no response
from the engine/transmission. If the engine/ transmission supports the erasure of stored
alarms, they may now be erased by holding key 3.

Figure 9.1. An example Stored Alarm

Figure 9.1. Example alarm message, plus alarm list screens showing unacknowledged
List screen.
conditions (black background) and acknowledged alarms (grey background). After
acknowledgement, the exit key (open door icon) becomes active. J1939-standard
abbreviations are used wherever possible, Note ‘MS’ = “Most Severe, “MOD”= Moderately
Severe and “LS” = Least Severe.
The alarm list is accessed by pressing any key while an alarm pop-up is displayed, or by
pressing any of the first 4 keys to show the button bar, and then key 4. This screen displays
all current active alarms; when entered, Pin 11 External Alarm Output is deactivated (if the
function is available). Alarms not yet acknowledged are shown in grey on black. Alarms already
acknowledged are shown in black on grey. If engine Hours data is available, the list indicates
when the alarm was initiated.
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10. Configuration menu 10. Settings sub-menu (2nd level Configuration menu)
This mode allows users to set various GEM operating parameters such as imperial or metric
The settings menu allows the user to
units, scale limits for the speedometer, engine service interval, etc. The configuration menu is
enter sub-level screens to configure:
entered by pressing and holding key 5 (the right hand key) for at least 3 seconds while GEM is
UNITS: speed, distance, pressure,
in normal operating mode. The top-level configuration menu will be displayed as shown. Keys
volume, etc.
1 and 2 then allow you to choose either SETTINGS or SYSTEM sub-menus (the chosen item is
LANGUAGE: choose from various
highlighted in bold with an arrow pointing to it). Pressing key 4 enters the selected/highlighted
language options
sub-menu. SETTINGS allows GEM to be configured according to user preferences. SYSTEM
BEEP: keys “beep” when pressed
accesses maintenance and low-level system configuration settings. These sub-menus are
(toggles on or off); note that an audible
described overleaf. Key 5 exits the current menu/sub menu. Settings are automatically stored
beep still sounds if an alarm occurs
on exit.
DISPLAY: select ranges for max. RPM,
max. speed, and graph X axis
SERVICE: set service interval in hours,
--------- and reset interval counter
FUEL CAPACITY: adjust tank capacity
and reset tank level to full

---------

Figure 10.1. The top-level Configuration menu and it’s two

choices of SETTINGS and SYSTEM sub-menus. Pressing
Key 4 enters the menu highlighted. The right hand button
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(Key 5 ‘exit door’) returns you to the previous menu.
10. System sub-menu (2nd level Configuration menu) 10. System sub-menu - continued
The system menu allows the user to
configure or view: RESTORE DEFAULTS: Setting Metric Imperial
DEMO: Switches between GEM’s Allows you to reset all configuration
demonstration mode and the normal information to default metric or imperial Language ENGLISH
mode of displaying live engine/ values. The default settings are:
transmission data. Demo allows Max. RPM 4000
GEM to operate without live data and
Max. speed 110 KM/H 70 MPH
provides 3 levels of simulated data:
1 = Speed On; 2 = Speed Off; 3 =
Alarms On. Demo is automatically set Graph range 2 minutes
to OFF if live data is received.
Speed KM/H MPH

Distance KM MILES
DEMO mode can be selected, allowing you to evaluate GEM without connecting an engine/
transmission (it is accessed via the Configuration menu described above). If the unit is in Pressure kPa PSI
DEMO mode and live data from the engine/ transmission becomes active, DEMO mode will
Volume L Gallon (US)
automatically be switched off.
Temperature ºC ºF

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10. System sub-menu - continued 11. Pop-up messages and warnings
COM VIEWER: Displays last messages received on J1939 (CAN) and NMEA 0183 (GPS-derived Engine service warning. In the Configuration menu, users can set the engine service interval
speed over ground data) ports. You can also view GEM’s database (DB) which stores all data in hours. When GEM determines an engine service is due, it displays SERVICE REQUIRED on the
transmitted from the engine/transmission. Note: this is a diagnostic feature that may be splash screen that appears at power-up.
helpful for OEMs/users diagnosing faults.
Data communications failure. If GEM cannot detect engine/ transmission data broadcasts , a
J1939 SETTINGS: J1939 configuration screen for engine and transmission source: 1 = engine pop-up window with a data communications failure warning icon will appear and flash. Once
1 (port), 2 = engine 2 (Starboard); alarm filter (GLB (Global) = all alarm sources, SRC = selected engine/transmission data is detected the warning disappears and normal data display resumes.
engine/ transmission only); SPN version (4 is default but older engines will need to be set to 1,
2 or 3 as appropriate). Note. Consult your engine or vehicle supplier to establish which SPN CAN TX disable. If CAN TX (transmission) is disabled, then the status will be displayed, with a
version is appropriate if you have problems reading alarm data. pop-up window flashing with a period of approximately 1 second on, 10 seconds off. Note that
this function is a requirement of the J1939 specification and is not normally of importance for
GEM applications.
ABOUT: Displays the following product information:
ID NO: Unique number of the display CHK: Flash memory checksum Data not supported. If the required data parameter is not available, the gauge will display
EEPROM: Number of write cycles SOURCE: The source of received data “ - - - “ near the units and parameter icon (see below centre for example)
PART No: Software part number LIB1: Low level system library version
VERS: Software version number LIB2: Low-level graphical display interface
library version (if used)

Figure 11.1. Left to right. Pop-up warnings of: engine

service required, a data communications failure, and
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12. Setting LCD lighting and contrast 13. Preferred screen store
Pressing key 5 (the right-hand key) when the menu icons are not being displayed brings up the GEM automatically stores the current screen as a user’s preferred page, after a delay of
lighting and contrast menu. The LCD has a number of back-lighting levels that allow the display approximately 15 seconds (if no buttons are pushed). On next power-up the display will start
to be read in the dark. The appropriate level is selected by pressing keys 1 or 2 to decrease with the splash screen, and then go to the last stored screen. Note: selecting Restore Defaults
or increase illumination. Contrast is adjusted in the same manner, using keys 3 and 4 (Figure on the Systems sub-menu of Configuration will set the main engine screen as the default
12.1). Note that GEM monitors the temperature of the LCD and automatically adjusts display display.
contrast as required, therefore it is not likely that a user will need to make a manual contrast
adjustment unless extreme climate changes occur. The menu is exited by pressing key 5. 14. Keypad lock
The lighting and contrast settings are retained after the unit is switched off.
GEM’s five keys can be locked, such that an operator cannot change any settings or access any
Note: resetting contrast. If the contrast has been adjusted poorly, you may restore the
other display mode. (in a similar manner to the key lock functions on a mobile phone). This is
factory setting (a central value) by pressing keys 1 to 4 simultaneously. This action does not
achieved by pressing and holding keys 1 and 5 simultaneously for four seconds. Repeating this
change other user-configured settings. operation resets GEM/CANtrak back to normal operation.

Figure 12.1. The lighting and contrast

adjust screen, showing a contrast
level adjustment in progress.

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15. GEM connection data 15. GEM connection data - continued
GEM interfaces to data via the Deutsch DT0412PA connector on the rear of the display -
Connector pin out Signal Notes
wired as shown. TeleflexMorse can supply the mating connector DT0612SA and associated
components as a 1.5 metre long harness, terminated with a bare end (see Power/CAN Harness 1 Power - Ground & power (10-30VDC). Supply should be
6 7
Part No. 510623 on separate datasheet for details: www.cantrak-int.com). Alternatively, protected by 500mA-rated circuit breaker/fuse
2 Power +
TeleflexMorse can supply these parts in kit form, or you can source them from Deutsch
(www.deutschecd.com): DT0612SA mating connector; Wedgelock W12S (one per connector); 3 TX (+) RS-232 serial port (NMEA 0183 connection for
0462-201-1631 pin sockets (note that different finishes and termination methods may be interfacing to GEM data)
4 TX (-)
selected); 114017 sealing plugs (one per unused pin location).
5 RX (-)
6 RX (+)
7 CAN LO CANbus (Interfaces from engines often have 3
connections: the 3rd being cable screening)
8 CAN HI
1 12 9 RS485A Serial port
10 RS485B
11 Output Programmable digital output for activating alarm*
12 Not used

* Not available on all GEM models - refer to the datasheet for your display.
GEM2600/2610 users only. A ferrite clamp must be placed over the harness to meet EMC
radiated emission requirements of BSEN60945 (Maritime navigation & radio communication
equipment & systems). The clamp should be type TDK ZCAT2032-0930 (Arrow Electronics
part no. 422345E) or equivalent.
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16. GEM installation 16. GEM installation - continued
Front mounting instructions. Most units will be mounted onto a bulkhead, dashboard or Front mounting template. A paper mounting template for marking drill holes etc, is supplied
panel - a method described below; the components required (4 x M4 studs and thumbnuts) are loose with GEM. After use, TeleflexMorse advises that dimensions are verified by measurement,
supplied with every GEM. Instructions: due to the limitations of the printing process. This is especially important if the template has
• Decide on a location. been photocopied.
• Allow adequate clearance behind the display for cable connections, to ensure that the cables
are not unduly stressed, and for ventilation. Leave sufficient cable so that the unit may be Other mounting options
removed for servicing. Rear mounting (2400/2410 or 2600/2610 series displays only). Users can also mount
• Using the template supplied with the display as a guide, cut out the mounting hole, and drill most GEM displays from the rear of a panel. Users can either fabricate their own mounting
four ø4.3mm (0.170inch) holes for the M4 studs. arrangements or use TeleflexMorse’s kit: part number 900061 (see datasheet at http://
• Screw the studs into the rear case; longer studs can be used (not supplied). www.cantrak-int.com for details). Take the same precautions as when front mounting.
• Connect the cable (not supplied). Contact TeleflexMorse if you require a mounting template.
• Place GEM in position, secure by screwing thumbnuts onto the studs.

Trunnion mounting
The front mounting kit (M4 studs
All GEM displays may, optionally, be
and nuts) supplied with GEM, which
attached to a surface using a Trunnion
allows the display to be mounted
Mounting Bracket (see left).
onto a panel or vehicle dashboard.

A datasheet on this TeleflexMorse

part (No. 930293) is available via
Warning: Take care not to over
www.cantrak-int.com.
tighten the studs/ thumbnuts as this
may damage the unit.

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17. Maintenance and troubleshooting 18. The CANtrak platform
No regular maintenance is required, except for cleaning the GEM lens as required using a GEM software runs on TeleflexMorse Electronics’ CANtrak LCD displays. These are rugged
soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive materials or solvents. Should any further attention be 110x110mm DIN-format modules with 5 soft keys, and offer a 160x128 pixel area. This is
necessary, please contact your supplier. large enough to provide great flexibility for managing the rich data available from modern
electronically controlled systems. CANtrak is now in its fourth generation: the latest CANtrak
If you are experiencing operating problems with GEM, check these diagnostics:
2600 family employs design-for-manufacture techniques including chip-on-tab to minimise
Problem Possible solution component count and assembly operations. The CANtrak 2600 series of displays employ film
Unit does not power up Ensure connections to unit are correct. supertwist nematic LCDs for visibility in direct sunlight - with backlighting. They offer a Deutsch
Ensure power source is present. connector interface to the vehicle network, and protection to IP67 which covers immersion in
Display is blank or black Adjust/ reset lighting and contrast settings. water up to 1 meter. Units come with 3 serial interfaces: RS-232, RS-485, and a CAN 2.0B port
Ensure temperature is within operating range of the unit. compatible with the J1939 protocol used by many vehicle manufacturers. There are 2 variants:
CANtrak 2600 operates over a range of -25 to +75ºC; 2610 incorporates a heating element,
Unit fails self-test Perform Restore Factory Defaults procedure.
supporting automotive industry requirements of -40ºC. The CANtrak 2610 also includes a
Unit fails to display any data Ensure connections to unit are correct. programmable 500mA digital Output Driver. Datasheets via: www.cantrak-int.com
Ensure data source supports J1939 message protocol.
Unit fails to display certain Ensure GEM supports required parameter(s).
parameter(s)/unable to select Ensure data source provides required parameter(s).
certain parameter(s)
Active alarm messages are not Ensure data source provides alarm message data in the
displayed following format: J1939 Active Diagnostic Trouble
Codes- Diagnostic Message 1 (DM1).
Stored alarm messages are not Ensure data source provides alarm message data in the
displayed following format: J1939 Active Diagnostic Trouble
Codes- Diagnostic Message 2 (DM2).

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19. Software development options for CANtrak 20. Glossary
Customers have a range of options for creating user interfaces on CANtrak: CAN Controller Area Network (also referred to as CANbus); serial communications
protocol for automotive use
Like a PC, a CANtrak needs application software to provide a useful function. GEM application CANtrak Intelligent CAN-compatible LCD display module
software, written by TeleflexMorse, is just one example. CANtraks may be programmed GEM Generic Engine Monitor
to perform an infinite number of display, control and data logging tasks. To help modify GPS Global Positioning System
existing software or write new application software TeleflexMorse has developed a software HMI Human-Machine Interface
development kit (SDK). This is available for programming the microcontroller used in CANtrak ISO International Standard Organisation
- allowing complete control of the display hardware. Purchasers of a SDK and suitable compiler J1939 SAE engine data protocol using CAN 2.0B
are given a number of hours of free technical support from Teleflex’s application engineering LCD Liquid Crystal Display
team - which may be used to write some or all of the customer-specified application software; NMEA National Marine Electronics Association; serial communications protocol for marine
alternatively the time may be used for training, trouble-shooting and advice. use
PID Parameter Identifier
As well as supplying and supporting the SDK, TeleflexMorse offers a fast-turnaround and cost RS-232 Standard electrical interface for serial communications
effective software development service for CANtraks using the same SDK. These projects can RS-485 Standard differential electrical interface for serial communications
range from something as simple as placing a customer’s logo on the splash screen, through SAE Society of Automotive Engineers Inc.
additional pages of data on a branded version of GEM, to a full application with custom user SID Subsystem Identifier
interfaces, control programs, communication protocols, etc. Soft keys Push-button keys whose function changes according to use
SPN Suspect Parameter Number: J1939-specific fault code ID number
If you would like to discuss the purchase of an SDK, or obtain a quote for custom application
software, please contact us. More information is available via www.cantrak-int.com Note. The messages, icons, error codes etc displayed by GEM conform to J1939 standards
wherever possible. A copy of the relevant standards documents will be important for vehicle
developers - they may be accessed and purchased via:
http://www.sae.org/standardsdev/groundvehicle/j1939a.htm

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21. Important safety and legal information
Under no circumstances shall Teleflex or any of its subsidiary companies accept liability for any
loss of data, income, incidental damage or consequential losses incurred as a result of the use
of the product howsoever caused when used as a monitor for electronically-controlled engines/
transmissions or other systems.
• Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part or all of the contents in this document in
any form without written permission of Teleflex is prohibited.
• TeleflexMorse operates a policy of continuous improvement. TeleflexMorse reserves the right
to alter and improve the CANtrak displays and GEM software without prior notice.
Liquid crystal safety. If the liquid crystal display (LCD) is broken, particular care must be taken
with any leaking fluid. Urgent action must be taken if:
• If the LCD fluid gets onto your skin wipe immediately with a suitable cloth and wash the area
well with mild soap and water.
• If the LCD fluid gets into your eye thoroughly rinse your eye with clean water for several
minutes and then gain immediate medical assistance.
• If the LCD fluid is swallowed rinse your mouth thoroughly with clean water then drink a
substantial volume of water and make yourself vomit. Then gain immediate medical assistance.
CE EMC Directive 89/336/EE. This product has been designed to be compliant with this
directive. Compliance can only be ensured by correct installation.

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