Operation Part 2 Operating Instructions Operating instructions.......................................................................pgs. 16-57 Section 1: Button Navigation............................................................................................pg. 18 Section 2: Setting up the WatchDog............................................................................pgs. 19-26 Part 1. Vehicle Setup Wizard...........................................................................................
Operation Section 5: Exploring the Main Menu & Sub Menus........................................................pgs. 34-57 Gauge Setup...............................................................................................................pg. 35-37 Performance Testing....................................................................................................pg. 38-42 ~ Performance Test..............................................................................................................
Operation Section 1: Button Navigation The buttons used on the Watchdog are Capacitive touch. Capacitive touch buttons only require a touch on the button area rather than a push like regular buttons require. It is not necessary to apply any significant force to the button while navigating through the various menus. Press the top left button to enter the Main Menu, also use this button to exit menus.
Operation Section 2: Setting up the WatchDog (Very Important) Proper setup of the WatchDog ensures that the accuracy of the information displayed by the WatchDog will be reliable. This section is split into two different parts, these two different parts should be performed in the order in which they appear in this manual to achieve proper setup. The two parts involved are: Part 1 The Vehicle Setup Wizard, and Part 2 Checking vehicle Speed and Economy read outs for accuracy.
Operation STEP 1: Detect Vehicle Protocol (auto function): Once the Vehicle Setup Wizard begins it will automatically detect the vehicles communication protocol. The WatchDog will not be able to detect vehicle protocol on some vehicles if the engine is not running. CONNECT TO VEHICLE The WatchDog is determining the communication protocol used by your vehicles ECM.
Operation Step 4: Select vehicle fuel type In step four simply select the vehicle fuel type, gasoline or diesel, and then press “Next,” to continue. Next FUEL TYPE Select your vehicle’s fuel type. GASOLINE DIESEL Step 5: Choose Economy Goal: Choose the desired fuel economy goal. The Driving Coach uses this goal to help determine if you are meeting your fuel economy goals. It will compare your average economy and Trip economy to your goal to help determine your Average Grade and your Trip Grade.
Operation Step 7: Turn the Driving Coach on or off The Driving Coach can only be displayed on the main screen if it is turned on either during the Vehicle Setup Wizard or by entering the Driving Coach Setup menu. In this step select whether you want the Driving Coach On or Off after finishing the Vehicle Setup Wizard. DISPLAY COACH Next Turn the Driving Coach Display On or OFF by making your selection below.
Operation Part 2: Check Speed and Fuel Economy Accuracy The accuracy of the speed read out and fuel economy read out are two items that can be adjusted within the WatchDog menu system. It is important that these two parameters are accurate for most of the information output by the WatchDog and the Driving Coach to be reliable. Follow the easy steps below to check and adjust these two important parameters. Checking WatchDog Speed Read out Accuracy: 1.
Operation Method 2 Stop Watch: Use a Stop Watch to measure how long it takes to travel one mile while traveling at 60 mph according to the WatchDog. To perform this method accelerate up to a speed of 60 mph according to the WatchDog and then set the vehicle speed control at that speed. While traveling at that constant speed record the amount of time in seconds that it takes to travel exactly one mile. Use highway mile markers to ensure that your one mile measurement is correct.
Operation 3 continued. The diagram below illustrates the Adjust Speed Display menu, on the screen is an example of how to make an adjustment for a percent difference of 5.0% that was calculated using either the GPS method or the Stop Watch method. Go Back to Vehicle Setup Select the percentage to adjust speed by.
Operation 4. Now compare your calculated fuel economy to the average economy readout on the WatchDog’s Driving Coach. Are they the same? If they are different use the formula below to calculate the percent difference so that the fuel economy readout on the WatchDog can be adjusted. If they are the same or within 2% of each other then adjusting the fuel economy readout is pretty trivial.
Operation Section 3: Exploring the Main Screen The Main Screen is the screen that displays vehicle activity, it is also the screen from which the main menu is accessed. The Main Screen has a multitude of different functions; the diagrams in this section fully explain each function accessed from the Main Screen. The first diagram displayed names all the parts of the Main Screen. Parts of the Main Screen: The Diagram directly below describes all of the on screen parts of the Main Screen.
Operation Four Button Functions of the Main Screen: The diagram below shows the main four functions performed on the main screen. Function 1: Press the top left button to enter the Main Menu, also use this button to exit menus.
Operation Large Gauge Styles: The Large Gauge Area can display three different gauge styles. These gauge styles can be displayed on the main screen. These gauge styles can only be used and viewed when the driving coach is not activated in which case it would be displayed on the main screen. Use Button Function 3 while in the Main Screen to rotate through the different gauge styles.
Operation Section 4: The Driving Coach The Driving Coach is a special feature designed to help a driver operate their vehicle more efficiently. It coaches drivers into better driving habits by providing real time visual feedback and audio feedback as to how efficient they are driving. Driving Coach Activation: To display the Driving Coach on the Main Screen, navigate into the “Display Driving Coach,” menu. Main Menu > Driving Coach Setup > Display Driving Coach > Driving Coach On or Off. Go Back to Drv.
Operation The driving coach Display Diagrams: The Large Gauge Area is where the Driving Coach information is displayed. The diagrams below, and on the following page, illustrate the information that is collected and displayed by the Driving Coach. There are four different Driving Coach diagrams below that will breakdown and describe the information displayed in the Driving Coach. Diagram 1: Driving Coach Location Wasted Energy Menu RPM Coolant Intake Dec. 00 32 32 23 25 25 rpm F Low Acc.
Operation Diagram 3: Average Mileage Line Wasted Energy Menu RPM Acc. 00 32 32 23 25 25 rpm Coolant Intake Dec. F Average Mpg Gallons Average Mpg Gallons F Instant Mpg Economy 23 High Low mpg Grade 2138 B 25 B- Grade 2138 B Trip Mpg Trip Grade Average MPG: This number represents overall average economy. All driving activity continues to accumulate and gets averaged into this number until it is reset. This number can only be reset within the “Driving Coach Setup” menu.
Operation The driving coach On screen Driving Tips While parked or after a period of idle the driving coach will post driving tips that will help the driver improve their own driving efficiency. The tips will appear based on drivers previous performance, they aren’t just randomly posted.
Operation Section 5: Exploring the Main Menu and submenu systems The diagram below shows all of the main menu items. Section 5 includes a diagram and a comprehensive description of each ain menu item and all sub menus.
Operation Gauge Setup: (pgs 35-37) Enter the Gauge Setup menu to change the vehicle parameters (PIDs) displayed on the four gauge locations in the Main Screen. See a complete list and description of all of the potential displayable vehicle parameters on the following page. Special Note: The WatchDog relies primarily on gathering vehicle information through the OBD ll port. Earlier model year vehicles generally do not display as many vehicle parameters as newer model vehicles.
Operation Vehicle Parameters: The list of vehicle parameters below, which also extends onto the next page shows vehicle parameters which can potentially be displayed on the Watchdog. Due to vehicle specific availability not all of the parameters displayed below will be available on every vehicle and some vehicles will have significantly fewer parameters which can be viewed.
Operation • Battery: Current battery output voltage in volts. • Fuel Pressure: Display fuel rail pressure on most common rail fuel systems or just lift pressure on some non-common rail fuel systems. • Load: Display calculated engine load displayed as a percentage from 0% for no load to 100% for maximum load capacity. • Timing: Display ignition timing on a gasoline fueled vehicle and injection timing on a diesel. • MAF: Display mass air flow in grams per second.
Operation Performance Testing: (pgs 38-42) Our performance testing feature is a great feature that offers drag racers the ability to record 1/4 mile runs. All of the performance testing information gathered can be transferred to a PC using our Performance Testing Analysis Software. See the Appendix for information on the Performance Testing Analysis Software. Follow the next few pages for a detailed description of each performance testing submenu.
Operation Performance Test: Selecting “Performance Test” will initiate a 1/4 mile test. The test will appear differently based on the type of Performance Testing style that is selected. There are two different types of performance tests that can be ran. Those two types of the tests are displayed below. To select the preferred performance test type select that in the Performance Testing Setup menu. Special Note: This performance racing function should only be used on a sanctioned 1/4 mile drag racing track.
Operation 0-100 KPH Test: Selecting 0-100 KPH test will initiate a 0-100 kilometer per hour test which is the equivalent to about 62 miles per hour. This is a standard test that is popular in countries that measure distances in kilometers. The test will appear differently based on the type of Performance Testing style that is selected. There are two different types of performance tests that can be ran. Those two types of the tests are displayed below.
Operation Performance Test Results: View the results for the last performance test that was run. Save Test Data to SD Card: Save the results for the last run to the WatchDog SD Card. All runs that are saved to the SD Card can be transferred to our Performance Testing Analysis software. For more information on our Performance Testing Analysis software see the appendix of this manual or visit our website: www.bullydog.com. Press “Yes,” to save the currently displayed run results to the SD Card.
Operation Fastest Times: View the results for the quickest 1/4 mile ever recorded. Performance Testing Setup: Choose the initiation method for a performance test. The two different types available are the Drag Tree method and the Speed detection method. See descriptions below. Go Back to Main Memu Current: SPEED SENSE Use these two buttons to toggle between Speed Sense and Race Tree starting methods, press “Go Back.” when finished.
Operation Driving Coach setup: (Pgs 43-45) This is the menu where modifications for the Driving Coach can be made that will directly effect the way the driving coach behaves. Read section 2 of the operating instructions to find out how to completely setup the WatchDog and the Driving Coach. The next two pages will describe the function for each of the menu items listed in the diagram below.
Operation Display Driving Coach: Turning the Driving Coach On or Off will determine whether the Driving Coach is displayed in the large Gauge Area in the Main Screen of the WatchDog. Go Back to Drv. Coach Setup DISPLAY COACH Turn the Driving Coach Display On or OFF by making your selection below. Driving Coach ON Use these two buttons to toggle between on and off, press “Go Back.” when finished.
Operation Adjust Acceleration: The sensitivity setting determines the degree to which the Acceleration and Deceleration bar on the Driving Coach interface react to actual vehicle acceleration and deceleration. A new user will want to start with a low or medium sensitivity setting and work up from there as their driving improves and they are able to hold a high letter grade for average and trip economy.
Operation Vehicle Setup: (pgs 46-50) This menu includes everything related directly to the vehicle, mostly making up input points for vehicle information to make sure the WatchDog knows what it is running on. This menu also includes the Vehicle Setup Wizard and the Speed and Economy Adjustment menus.
Operation Vehicle Setup wizard The Vehicle Setup Wizard appears the very first time the WatchDog is setup. The Setup Wizard can be activated at any time by entering this menu. The Setup Wizard process is described in detail in section 2 of the operation part of the manual. Press the “Next” button to start the Setup Wizard. Next SETUP WIZARD WatchDog for your vehicle. Make sure the WachDog is connected to the vehicle’s OBDII port and turn the key to the RUN position.
Operation Set Vehicle weight Choosing the correct vehicle weight will help the WatchDog to provide accurate information for that vehicle application. The curb weight of a vehicle is usually posted on a sticker on the inside of the drivers door jam. If the curb weight cannot be found on the door jam, refer to the vehicle owners manual or look for it on the internet. The vehicle can also be weighed on a vehicle scale. Press the “Go Back” button when the correct vehicle weight has been highlighted.
Operation Set Warning Levels This very important feature will trigger an audio and visual warning on the WatchDog main screen during normal operation if a set warning level breaches the user set levels. The two diagrams below describe the process of setting up a warning level. Press the button next to the Warning Parameter to edit the warning settings for that parameter. The diagram directly below displays how to edit an one of the Warning Parameters.
Operation Adjust speed Display Changing this setting will directly affect the speed readout on the WatchDog Main Screen. The speed readout has a dramatic affect how the Driving Coach works; it is important to read Section 2 of the operating instructions. Section 2 describes how to properly check the accuracy of the speed display and overall how to setup the WatchDog. The Speed Display should only be adjusted if the actual vehicle speed is different from the speed displayed on the WatchDog Screen.
Operation USER OPTIONS: (pgs 51-53) In this sub menu you can personalize the Watchdog. A detailed description of each User Option submenu item is on the following pages.
Operation Color theme setup There are many color themes to choose from, choose a color theme for both day and night time use. Each color theme can be previewed as they are highlighted. Switch between day and night time mode on the main screen by pressing the up/down buttons on the right side of the WatchDog. Press “Go Back” when finished. Scroll up or down using the indicated buttons to highlight the desired color theme for either day or night driving .
Operation Animation Setup Choose to have animated button feedback each time a button is pressed. Press “Go Back” when finished. Press “Wave Effect ” to turn the animation On or Off. English/ Metric Units The Watchdog contains the ability to display vehicle parameters and fuel economy in either Metric units or US standard units. Press “Go Back” when finished. Select the Units you wish to see displayed. Reset to factory defaults Reset all of the user options back to factory settings.
Operation Diagnostics: (Pg 54) This sub menu allows you to check vehicle Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCS). Upon entering this menu, the Watchdog will automatically begin to check the vehicle for DTCs and it will then display those DTCs on the Watchdog screen. Once it displays the DTCs value and description on the screen it will allow you to erase the DTCs from the vehicle. Special Note: The vehicle key must at least be in the “ON,” position, some vehicles may requre that the engine is running.
Operation SHOW SETTINGS: (PG 55) The Show Settings Menu is a helpfull feature that will allow you to see vehicle information and most of the settings that have been specified during the vehicle setup and user specification. See the diagram below to see everything that is listed in this menu.
Operation Update Watchdog Software: (pgs 56-57) This sub menu is only used when a new internet update becomes available or if an installation issue needs to be trouble shot. Before using this function an internet update must be performed through the Bully Dog Update Agent. As this feature is useful only after an internet update has been performed. See the internet updating instructions in the appendix of this manual.
Operation The scenario below depicts a common errors seen when updating the Watchdog software. It is important the SD card is always left in the WatchDog. No SD Card Notice: The screen capture below illustrates what will be seen on the screen if an update is attempted without the Watchdog micro SD card in the SD card slot. Go Back SD Card Missing SD card Insert card and try again.
