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Appendix
<Glossary>
(The terms below are defined in alphabetical order.)
C
CAN --- Abbreviation for the term Controller Area Network. A system that facilitates data
sharing among controllers, through communication.
Each command (signal) can only be processed via a communication line.
D
Data Transfer --- The transfer of data that has been saved in a certain memory area, to
another area in memory.
When using MUT-III, the term “data transfer” refers to the transfer of
data saved in the memory area of the V.C.I., to the PC.
Default --- The initial settings or configuration for a system; in other words, a
pre-specified configuration for certain settings.
Diagnosis --- A self-diagnostic function (Diagnosis). In the "Diagnosis" system, a
computer (ECU) monitors the signals that are input from various sensors
and switches. In the event of an error or malfunction in signal inputs,
details of the error and the data at the time of malfunction are recorded by
the computer.
Directory --- A structure created to organize and manage data files. A directory can be
referred to as a folder. Information about each file is compiled within the
directory.
E
ECU --- Abbreviation for the term Electronic Control Unit. A control device for an
electronic control system.
I
I/F Cartridge --- An I/F cartridge is used when a particular situation cannot be handled
solely by MUT-III, such as for unusual ECU communication methods, or
for the expansion of MUT-IIIfunctionality. The Electronic Governor I/F
cartridge used with the MUT-II, as well as several varieties of Air
Suspension I/F cartridges, can be utilized interchangeably, without
modification.
M
Memory Card --- A form of removable media used for data storage.
MUT-III utilizes flash memory, which enables data content to be
changed via electrical charge and allows content to be preserved even
when powered down. This feature allows the unit to retain operational
data
