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Faria Beede MG3000 User Manual

Faria Beede MG3000
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MG3000 - Tachometer (NMEA2000/J-1939)
1760
RPM
FUEL
RPM
Installation / User Manual
www.FariaBeede.com
IS0306
rev. B ecn 9055 11/2013
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Faria Beede MG3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFaria Beede
ModelMG3000
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Installation Guide

Product Description and Operation

Details the NMEA 2000 networking, J-1939 compatibility, and button functionality of the tachometer.

Mounting Panel Requirements

Specifies the maximum panel thickness and hole sizes for instrument installation.

Back Clamp Installation

Provides instructions for attaching the back clamp to secure the instrument after panel mounting.

Wiring Diagram and Connections

Tachometer and Speedometer Wiring

Details the pin configurations for the 12-pin connectors of the tachometer and speedometer.

Accessory Wiring Connections

Illustrates wiring for GPS, Depth Sounder, and Faria Bus using various connectors.

Initial System Setup

Power On and Self-Test Procedure

Describes the self-test sequence that occurs each time the tachometer is powered on.

Language Selection

Guides the user through selecting the desired system language for the interface.

Clock Offset Configuration

Explains how to set the clock offset, requiring a connected GPS for accurate time.

Engine Initialization Settings

Details setting the number of engines and identifying the specific engine to monitor.

Engine Manufacturer Type

Specifies the engine manufacturer to ensure proper data communication and interpretation.

Default Display Units

Sets the default units for all data fields displayed on the instrument.

Fuel Source and Tank Setup

Configures remaining fuel source, number of tanks, type of tanks, and fuel tank capacity.

Normal Mode and Menu Navigation

Normal Mode Display Pages

Describes the default data pages shown in Normal Mode and how to scroll through them.

Tachometer Menu Options

Lists the available menu options for accessing settings and functions.

Accessing Menu Options

Provides instructions on how to enter the Tachometer Menu Options from Normal Mode.

Fuel and Display Adjustments

Resetting Fuel Totalizer

Resets the total fuel used data and associated fuel economy calculations.

Contrast Settings Adjustment

Adjusts the LCD display contrast level, offering 22 predefined levels.

Backlight and Lighting Control

Manages the brightness of the dial and display backlights.

Fuel Level and Addition

Guides setting the fuel level to full and recording amounts of fuel added to tanks.

Trip Data Tracking

Trip Data Overview

Explains the feature for recording engine hours, fuel used, and odometer readings for trips.

Viewing Trip and Season Data

Instructions on how to access and view recorded trip and season data.

Resetting Trip Data Records

Guides the user on how to clear recorded trip and season data.

Edit Menu - System Settings

Edit Menu Navigation

Lists main categories within the Edit Menu like System, Cal Trim, and Fuel Setup.

System Settings Overview

Manages global settings such as audio, self-test, master reset, and software version.

System Initialization Process

Describes how to re-initialize the tachometer after the initial setup.

System Language Configuration

Allows selection of the system language from available options.

Audio Settings Management

Controls buzzer settings for warnings, button presses, and saved settings.

Warning Audio Notification

Configures whether the tachometer emits an audible beep for warnings.

Saved Setting Audio Feedback

Configures audio feedback that occurs after a setting is successfully saved.

Button Press Audio Feedback

Configures audio feedback for each button press on the tachometer.

All Sounds Control

Enables or disables all audio feedback options for the tachometer.

Clock Display Settings

Manages clock display, including time zone offset and format (12/24 hour).

Clock Setting Details

Covers setting the clock time, data type, and time zone offset.

Alarms View and Clear

Enables viewing current and past alarms, and clearing alarm history.

Clearing System Alarms

Provides instructions on how to clear all recorded alarms from the tachometer.

Setting Data Units

Allows changing units for data fields like volume, speed, and temperature.

Performing a Self Test

Guides the user through performing a self-test to verify component communication.

Software Version Information

Displays the current software version and revision for technical support.

Performing a Master Reset

Resets the tachometer to its original factory default settings.

Fuel Set Up Procedures

Fuel Set Up Overview

Defines tank characteristics, totalizer functions, and various setup options for fuel management.

Fuel Tank Capacity and Sender

Guides setting the capacity of each fuel tank and selecting the appropriate fuel sender.

Setting Fuel Tank to Full

Details the procedure for setting the fuel level to indicate a full tank.

Recording Fuel Additions

Instructs how to accurately record the amount of fuel added to a specific tank.

Setting Fuel Tank Size

Allows the user to set the total capacity for each individual fuel tank.

Calibrating Fuel Sender

Guides the multi-point calibration process for fuel senders to ensure accuracy.

Low Fuel Warning Level

Sets a specific volume threshold to trigger the low fuel warning alarm.

Fuel Totalizer Functions

Fuel Totalizer Operation

Explains how the totalizer monitors and combines fuel usage data from multiple tanks.

Resetting Totalizer Fuel Data

Resets the totalizer fuel used data, which also resets fuel economy data.

Max Speed Tracking

Max Speed Recording

Records the highest speed achieved since the last reset.

Viewing Maximum Speed

Instructions on how to display the recorded maximum speed.

Resetting Maximum Speed

Guides the user on how to reset the recorded maximum speed value.

Display Settings Configuration

Display Settings Overview

Controls data page appearance, number of pages, fields, scrolling, and units.

Setting Number of Data Pages

Allows adjustment of the number of data pages displayed in Normal Mode.

Screen Setup and Data Fields

Guides selecting and editing the data fields displayed on each page.

Setting Line 2 Data Display

Selects the specific data to be shown on the second line of the LCD display.

Data Page Auto Scroll Setup

Configures the automatic scrolling feature for cycling through data pages.

Auto Scroll Interval Time

Sets the time interval between automatic scrolls of data pages.

LCD Color Options

Allows changing the color of the LCD backlight from available choices.

Data Sources Configuration

Data Sources Overview

Sets engine instance, maintenance intervals, and selects data sources for gauges.

Tank Data Source Selection

Selects the source (analog or digital bus data) for each tank's information.

Engine Data Source Configuration

Sets the engine instance ID and selects the engine data source for monitoring.

Engine ID Assignment

Assigns an identifier (e.g., PORT, STARBOARD) to each engine for monitoring.

Engine Maintenance Interval

Sets and monitors the engine maintenance interval based on operating hours.

Resetting Engine Maintenance

Resets the engine maintenance interval counter after service.

Engine Manufacturer Type

Specifies the engine manufacturer to ensure proper data interpretation.

Trim Sender Settings

Configures trim sender settings, including NMEA 2000 or specific manufacturer options.

Calibrating Trim Sender

Guides the calibration process for the trim sender for accurate readings.

Battery Data Source

Sets the number of batteries connected to the system.

Oil Pressure Data Source

Selects the data source for oil pressure readings.

Water Temperature Data Source

Selects the data source for water temperature readings.

Air Temperature Data Source

Selects the data source for air temperature readings.

Speed Source Selection

Selects the source for speed data, such as GPS, Paddle Wheel, or Pitot.

Steering Angle Setting

Configures how steering angle data is used within the system.

Pop Up Alerts Configuration

Pop Up Alerts Overview

Alerts users to changes in monitored data fields like RPM, Fuel Economy, and Speed.

Enabling/Disabling Pop Up Alerts

Guides the user on how to turn specific pop-up alerts ON or OFF.

Setting Pop Up Threshold Values

Sets the value that triggers a pop-up alert for a selected data field.

Setting Custom Alarms

Allows setting custom alarms for specific data fields like oil pressure and engine temperature.

Troubleshooting and Engine Warnings

General Troubleshooting Steps

Provides a process of elimination for network and data display issues.

Engine Warning Indicators

Lists critical and warning engine alerts, their possible causes, and recommended procedures.

Network Troubleshooting Chart

A chart to diagnose and resolve common network connectivity and communication problems.

Abbreviations Glossary

Tachometer Abbreviations List

Provides a comprehensive list of abbreviations used in the tachometer and their meanings.

System Features and Data

Supported PGN Information

Explains the use of PGNs and how to obtain a list of supported PGN data.

Warning Buzzer Functionality

Describes the internal buzzers used for warnings and other controllable audio settings.