The Advanced Central Logger (ACL) is a highly configurable data acquisition and communications tool that is well suited to professional teams who place serious demands on their data equipment. With 1 GB of logging memory it forms the heart of MoTeC's Central Logging System, which also includes multiple SVIMs Synchronous Versatile Input Modules for high resolution sensor inputs.

The ACL performs data logging, data communication and sophisticated calculations, acquiring data from other MoTeC devices such as an ECU, Dash Logger and up to eight SVIMs, which enable it to log more than 200 inputs. It provides all the advanced features of MoTeC Display Loggers, including warning alarms, fuel prediction, engine logs, timers, tables, user conditions and telemetry. For maximum flexibility the ACL connects to any MoTeC display.

MoTeC’s Central Logging System follows a modular concept, employing separate dedicated devices for inputs, and logging, thereby allowing customers to tailor a solution to their application. The system is simple to set up as most connected devices are configured and upgraded from one software application.

The ACL comes as standard with Pro Analysis enabled, allowing unrestricted use of MoTeC’s professional level i2 Pro data analysis software.

Logging

• 1 GB logging memory
• Very fast download via Ethernet
• Very fast logging rates up to 5000 samples/second
• Combined logging rates greater than 20 MB/minute

Display
ACL data can be displayed via any MoTeC display.

Inputs
Data is read into the ACL via one or more input devices. These can include SVIMs, E888, E816, SDL, LTCs, PLM, ECU and GPS

Outputs
Outputs can be controlled by the ACL when connected to an output device such as an E888, E816 or SDL

Communications

• 2 x CAN with individually programmable CAN bus speeds
• 1 x RS232
• 1 x RS485 which can also read data from RS232 devices

Physical

• Dimensions 154 x 128 x 28 mm (excluding connector)
• Weight 460 grams
• 1 x 5 pin and 1 x 22 pin Autosport connector

MoTeC's Central Logging System consists of an Advanced Central Logger (ACL) plus multiple Versatile Input Modules (VIMs). It can be integrated into a complete electronics solution with a number of other MoTeC devices for display, engine management, power distribution, Lambda measurement, lap timing and shift lights, all communicating on CAN.

This compatibility makes the Central Logging System equally suitable for expanding an existing data system as for the foundation of an all new installation.

Below are some examples of configurations, but several other solutions are also possible. Please contact your authorised MoTeC dealer to discuss how to integrate a Central Logging System to suit your application.

Examples

A solution for those with an existing ADL2 Dash Logger:

• Display: ADL2
• Outputs: ADL2
• Data storage: add ACL for up to 1 GB extra logging capacity with fast Ethernet download
• Inputs: keep existing ADL2 wiring—transfer data via CAN to ACL
• Buttons: into ADL2
• Telemetry: from ADL2
• Communications: 2 wire CAN bus communication with all connected devices such as M800 ECU, BR2 Beacon Receiver and PLM Lambda Meter

A solution for an all new system installation:

• Display: SDL Sport Dash Logger (display-only option), including multiple pages for Warm up, Practice and Race
• Outputs: SDL to operate shift lights, E816 Expansion unit to run other outputs
• Data storage: ACL with up to 1 GB logging capacity and fast Ethernet download
• Inputs: sensor inputs into SDL and VIMs.
• Buttons: into SDL
• Telemetry: from ACL
• Communications: 2 wire CAN bus communication with all connected devices such as M800 ECU, BR2 Beacon Receiver and PLM Lambda Meter

A complete solution using CAN-based MoTeC accessories for shift lights and power distribution

• Display: SDL Sport Dash Logger (display-only option), including multiple pages for Warm up, Practice and Race
• Outputs: The SLM module will provide CAN-based LED shift lights, allowing the SDL outputs to be used for other functions such as pumps and fans. E816 Expansion unit to run extra outputs
• Data storage: ACL with up to 1 GB logging capacity and fast Ethernet download
• Power control: PDM32 Power Distribution Module
• Inputs: Sensor inputs into SDL and VIMs
• Buttons: into SDL
• Telemetry: from ACL
• Communications: 2 wire CAN bus communication with all connected devices such as M800 ECU, BR2 Beacon Receiver , PLM Lambda Meter and SLM Shift Light Module

General Features

• Dedicated logger device
• Suitable for bikes, cars, marine and industrial applications
• Compact, durable and reliable unit
• Supports wideband Lambda from one or more PLMs, using Bosch LSU or NTK UEGO 5 wire sensors
• Easily integrated with MoTeC CAN-based devices such as expanders, lap timing devices, shift lights module and ECUs
• 200 sensor inputs, using multiple VIM expanders
• Configurable to use sensors from existing engine management system
• Compatible with all MoTeC displays

Logging and Analysis Features

• Internal 1 GB logging memory
• Very fast download via Ethernet
• Logging up to 1000 channels
• Very fast logging rates up to 5000 samples/second
• Combined logging rates greater than 20 MB/minute
• State of the art i2 data analysis software
• Telemetry and remote logging options

Functions & Calculations

• Functions
  • Shift Lights—controlling up to 4 staged shift light channels
  • Tell-tales storing minimum, maximum or average values
  • Engine Logs—up to four separate engine logs with separate conditions
  • Diagnostics Log—event recorder
• Special Calculations
  • Lap Time, Lap Speed, Running Lap Time, Split Lap Times, Lap Number, Laps Remaining
  • Ground Speed, Drive Speed, Wheel Slip, Lap Distance, Trip Distance, Odometer
  • Lap Time Gain/Loss—continuously displays how far behind or ahead the vehicle is compared to a reference lap
  • Gear Detection
  • Minimum Corner Speed, Maximum Straight Speed and other Min/Max values
  • Fuel Used, Fuel Usage, Fuel Remaining, Laps Remaining, Fuel Used Per Lap
• General Purpose Calculations
  • 2D and 3D lookup tables
  • User-defined conditions—can be used to activate items such as a thermatic fan or gearbox oil pump
  • General purpose timers
  • Mathematics
  • Bit combine
  • PID control

Several options are available as upgrades to customise and grow your system. These additional features are activated through a simple password system, at any time when you need it.

For the ACL data logger the following upgrade is available:

MoTeC's fully updatable software is designed to quickly optimise the setup of your vehicle. It is user-friendly with an intuitive menu structure and extensive help screens.

Download free of charge the latest version.

ACL Manager

This Windows-based software is designed for setup and management of the Central Logging System. A configuration file is generated offline and then sent to the ACL.

Features

• Configuration of VIM, E888 / E816, SLM, SDL and MDD
• User-defined conditions to trigger alarms
• Calculations including laptimes, lap gain/loss, speed and distance, fuel prediction
• Monitor active channels
• Sensor zeroing
• Details editor including event, venue and vehicle details
• Help screens

i2 Data Analysis Software

• Analysing logged data quickly and efficiently
• Viewing data, collected from the ACL internal logging memory, numerically or graphically to evaluate the health and performance of the vehicle and to assess driving technique
• Monitoring various parameters in order to make improvements to performance and maintain vehicle reliability

Telemetry Monitor

• Viewing data in real time
• Monitoring the engine and chassis from the pit while the vehicle is on track
  The Telemetry upgrade must be enabled to use Telemetry software.

To complete your installation, MoTeC has a large range of products available, all designed and/or tested to ensure they work well with your data logger.