INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5
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ATOMIC TCM HANDHELD MENU
TCM DASH: Eleven parameters are displayed in real-time:
CAL SELECT, ENGINE RPM, SPEED, TPS, FLUID TEMP,
PCS DUTY CYCLE , SHIFT POS., GEAR, TCC LOCKED,
SHIFT MODE, and DTC COUNT (Figure 5).
Refer to the table labeled TCM DASH for a complete description
of each parameter in the Atomic Dash (Figure 5).
TCM GAUGES: Displays RPM, TPS, TFT, MPH, Commanded
Gear, Shifter Position, Active Calibration, Mode, and TCC
Status in real time gauge format. THIS SCREEN IS NOT
CONFIGURABLE (Figure 5).
INITIAL SETUP: The basic controller input parameters; which
must be configured prior to vehicle operation.
ADVANCED SETUP: Advanced program settings for optional
features and optimized drivability (Figure 5).
INITIAL SETUP
Note: In order for changes to INITIAL SETUP parameters to be
stored in memory, the Atomic TCM must be powered off
for at least three (3) seconds prior to subsequent power-up
and operation. Upon power-up, it is a good idea to check
and make sure the new parameters appear as expected
BEFORE attempting vehicle operation.
TRANS TYPE: Selection menu for transmission type. Choic-
es include the following (Figure 6):
GM: 4L6XE (Early93+), 4L7XE (2009+), 4L8XE (1992+)
Ford: AODE 1992-1995, 4R70W/E 1993-1997, 4R70W/E
1998+, E4OD 1989-1997, and 4R100 1998+
Note: Both the early model Ford Manual Lever Position Sensor
(MLPS) and later model Digital Transmission Range (DTR)
sensors are supported. The controller automatically
detects the type of range sensor connected; however,
the proper harness is required to interface with the type
of sensor used.
CYLINDER SELECT: Configure the pulse count for the
tachometer signal input. Configurable from 1-12 cylinder.
Settings available include 1, 2, 4, 6, (2 settings for 6 odd &
1 setting for 6 even fire), 8, 10, and 12 cylinders (Figure 6).
Note: GM LS applications should be set to 1 CYL if tach signal
wire is connected to 5v trigger on single coil pack.
Ford Mod Motor applications (Coil On Plug) should be
set to 1 CYL if tach signal wire is connected to coil(-) on
single coil.
Ford Mod Motor applications (Dual coil pack) should
be set to 2 CYL if tach signal wire is connected to either
coil(-) on one coil pack.
REAR END RATIO: Selection menu for rear end gear ratio.
Adjustable from 1.00 to 10.00 in .01 increments (Figure 6).
Figure 5
Figure 6