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The Megajolt Lite Jr. (MJLJ) is a fully | The Megajolt Lite Jr. (MJLJ) is a fully programmable, stand-alone ignition controller designed to control a Ford EDIS 4, 6 or 8 crank-fired ignition module. The result is a precision, digitally controlled distributorless ignition system. | ||
The MJLJ is an ideal ignition solution for carburated engines; it can also work in conjunction with compatible EFI systems. | The MJLJ is an ideal ignition solution for carburated engines; it can also work in conjunction with compatible EFI systems. | ||
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==Features== | ==Features== | ||
===Current Features=== | ===V4 Current Features=== | ||
*10 x 10 ignition map, with full linear interpolation between values | *10 x 10 ignition map, with full linear interpolation between values | ||
*Load axis calibrated by on-board Manifold Pressure (MAP) sensor or external Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) | *Load axis calibrated by on-board Manifold Pressure (MAP) sensor or external Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) | ||
*Analog auxiliary input to further correct ignition map | |||
*Four user-defined output switches, which trigger on RPM or load | *Four user-defined output switches, which trigger on RPM or load | ||
*'Shift light' output- for driving a dash-mounted shift light | *'Shift light' output- for driving a dash-mounted shift light | ||
*External Rev-Limit trigger output (The Ford EDIS module has no 'rev limit' signal, so an external circuit to disable the ignition coil is required) | *External Rev-Limit trigger output (The Ford EDIS module has no 'rev limit' signal, so an external circuit to disable the ignition coil is required) | ||
*Modern, easy to use, and customizable Windows-based [[ | *Modern, easy to use, and customizable Windows-based Configuration/Tuning software [[MegaJolt_Lite_Jr.#Software Screenshots|Screenshots]] | ||
*Dual, on-the-fly switchable ignition configuration | |||
*Fine-tune crank sensor position | |||
*Configurable cranking RPM advance | |||
**Load, modify and save Ignition Configuration | **Load, modify and save Ignition Configuration | ||
**View, log and interact with engine runtime data | **View, log and interact with engine runtime data | ||
**Interactively visualize and tune ignition map | **Interactively visualize and tune ignition map | ||
=== | ==Software Screenshots== | ||
===Main Screen=== | |||
The main screen displays runtime data at a glance plus allows editing of the primary ignition map. | |||
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===Interactive Tuning Window=== | |||
You can interactively tune the engine while running using the intuitive 3D tuning view. | |||
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[[Image:Mjlj_v4_operation_guide_tuning_view.png]] | |||
===Advance Correction=== | |||
The Auxiliary input channel allows for further correction of ignition advance. A typical use is to correct advance based on engine temperature, through the use of a temperature sensor, or react from a 0-5V signal provided by an external system. | |||
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[[Image:Mjlj_v4_advance_correction.png]] | |||
===Datalogging View=== | |||
You can observe runtime data plotted against time, as well as save data to a log file for later viewing and analysis. | |||
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[[Image:Mjlj_v4_operation_guide_open_datalog.png]] | |||
==General Information and Downloads == | ==General Information and Downloads == |
Revision as of 19:42, 10 August 2008
The Megajolt Lite Jr. (MJLJ) is a fully programmable, stand-alone ignition controller designed to control a Ford EDIS 4, 6 or 8 crank-fired ignition module. The result is a precision, digitally controlled distributorless ignition system.
The MJLJ is an ideal ignition solution for carburated engines; it can also work in conjunction with compatible EFI systems.
Features
V4 Current Features
- 10 x 10 ignition map, with full linear interpolation between values
- Load axis calibrated by on-board Manifold Pressure (MAP) sensor or external Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
- Analog auxiliary input to further correct ignition map
- Four user-defined output switches, which trigger on RPM or load
- 'Shift light' output- for driving a dash-mounted shift light
- External Rev-Limit trigger output (The Ford EDIS module has no 'rev limit' signal, so an external circuit to disable the ignition coil is required)
- Modern, easy to use, and customizable Windows-based Configuration/Tuning software Screenshots
- Dual, on-the-fly switchable ignition configuration
- Fine-tune crank sensor position
- Configurable cranking RPM advance
- Load, modify and save Ignition Configuration
- View, log and interact with engine runtime data
- Interactively visualize and tune ignition map
Software Screenshots
Main Screen
The main screen displays runtime data at a glance plus allows editing of the primary ignition map.
Interactive Tuning Window
You can interactively tune the engine while running using the intuitive 3D tuning view.
Advance Correction
The Auxiliary input channel allows for further correction of ignition advance. A typical use is to correct advance based on engine temperature, through the use of a temperature sensor, or react from a 0-5V signal provided by an external system.
Datalogging View
You can observe runtime data plotted against time, as well as save data to a log file for later viewing and analysis.
General Information and Downloads
- MJLJ design and architecture
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Ford EDIS technical information
- Configuration software
- 3rd-party software and contributions
- Troubleshooting the MegaJolt Lite Jr.
Current Hardware
Version 4.x
Version 3.x
- Choosing between MAP or TPS
- Downloads
- Kit assembly guide
- Operation Guide
- Vehicle installation guide
- Version 3.1.0 beta upgrade guide
Older hardware revisions
Version 2.x
Ancient History
- The never-released MJLJ Version 1 prototype