Leaf Spy and Leaf Spy Pro

[Turbo3]

Ok, took your suggestion and modified the charts routine. All graphs will now have horizontal grid lines like this not just the motor power screen (no longer just amps but real power in kW now with auto scaling).

 

[jaimev]

Ok, took your suggestion and modified the charts routine. All graphs will now have horizontal grid lines like this not just the motor power screen (no longer just amps but real power in kW now with auto scaling).

Thanks - and with auto scaling too! Really looking forward to the next release.

 

[Turbo3]

For those who have VIN numbers that DO NOT start with "1" or "J" (not built in Japan or USA) can you please post at least the first 11 characters of your VIN and the Model Year. Here is an example:

SJNFAAZE0U6..... MY 2013

I am trying to decode Model Year from non Japan/USA VINs.

Thanks for your help.

 

[DarrenG]

Mine's a UK built model.

VIN: SJNFAAZE0U6******
Built: Dec 2013

 

[slinkyuk]

For those who have VIN numbers that DO NOT start with "1" or "J" (not built in Japan or USA) can you please post at least the first 11 characters of your VIN and the Model Year. Here is an example:

SJNFAAZE0U6..... MY 2013

I am trying to decode Model Year from non Japan/USA VINs.

Thanks for your help.

SJNFAAZE0U6..... UK 2013

 

[slinkyuk]

1-

Finish up background logging. Add the new WiFi support.

I presume this explains why I dont see anything logged while i'm in a different application? With background logging will the app still log when in a locked screen off mode?

2 - Can I also ask, when in GPS enabled mode speed MPH is shown in screen 4 and some numbers to the right. I cant find any info as to what these numbers are.

3 - I also noted that in one previous version, you showed charge cable connection information in screen 1 i.e. 240v 16A but this isnt shown anymore. Is it possible to put back in?

 

[slinkyuk]

Ok, took your suggestion and modified the charts routine. All graphs will now have horizontal grid lines like this not just the motor power screen (no longer just amps but real power in kW now with auto scaling).

Is this new chart going to be avalible in the next general release and would it be possible to log so that we could graph elevation/speed & motor amps?

 

[Turbo3]

1-

Finish up background logging. Add the new WiFi support.

I presume this explains why I dont see anything logged while i'm in a different application? With background logging will the app still log when in a locked screen off mode?

2 - Can I also ask, when in GPS enabled mode speed MPH is shown in screen 4 and some numbers to the right. I cant find any info as to what these numbers are.

3 - I also noted that in one previous version, you showed charge cable connection information in screen 1 i.e. 240v 16A but this isnt shown anymore. Is it possible to put back in?

1. Yes the released version has the code that triggers saving a log entry in the foreground area so does not run when you switch away. Next version moves that code to service routine that always runs unless you exit the app. I will need to verify lock screen but it should still be running. Not sure about when the phone is "off" (not powered down, either you tap the power switch or it times out and display goes dark).

2. If GPS is not enabled that area shows motor RPM. If GPS is enabled it shows Speed and Altitude when the GPS has good position information until it does it still shows RPM.

3. It shows charging voltage and amp capacity of the EVSE but only when charging.

 

[Turbo3]

Ok, took your suggestion and modified the charts routine. All graphs will now have horizontal grid lines like this not just the motor power screen (no longer just amps but real power in kW now with auto scaling).

Is this new chart going to be avalible in the next general release and would it be possible to log so that we could graph elevation/speed & motor amps?

The brake/motor power screens will be available in the next release of Leaf Spy Pro but you need to enable it in the Debug panel at the end of the Settings screen. It is not guaranteed to work on all devices so if it locks up for you then disable it and report the device and Android version.

The last 30 to 60 seconds of data is saved but not logged. It is saved to the private app data area that only the app can access. At some later date it might be available for general access. The log would be limited to GPS data and motor data i.e. no GIDs, SOC, battery or other data.

 

[JoeK1973]

Could I just ask if there is any battery drain from leaving your Bluetooth adapter permanently plugged in?

 

[DaveinOlyWA]

Could I just ask if there is any battery drain from leaving your Bluetooth adapter permanently plugged in?

mine has been plugged into one car or another since Sept will no ill effects

 

[TimeHorse]

Could I just ask if there is any battery drain from leaving your Bluetooth adapter permanently plugged in?

Left for London on the Thursday before the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary celebrations; came home Monday to a dead 12V. Left it plugged in. Maybe best to not leave plugged in as others will tell you the timers drain the 12V. But to be safe I'd unplug it and the car if you're going to leave the car for more than a day or 2.

 

[DaveinOlyWA]

Could I just ask if there is any battery drain from leaving your Bluetooth adapter permanently plugged in?

Left for London on the Thursday before the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary celebrations; came home Monday to a dead 12V. Left it plugged in. Maybe best to not leave plugged in as others will tell you the timers drain the 12V. But to be safe I'd unplug it and the car if you're going to leave the car for more than a day or 2.

ya i would assign about 10% of the blame on the BT adaptor and the rest to Nissan's BMS programmers

 

[JPWhite]

ya i would assign about 10% of the blame on the BT adaptor and the rest to Nissan's BMS programmers

+1

 

[davewill]

Could I just ask if there is any battery drain from leaving your Bluetooth adapter permanently plugged in?

I leave mine plugged in a daily basis with no issues, although some people have reported problems. Speculation is that their phone or tablet was close enough to keep the BT active, but I suppose some brands could just be power hogs. If I were leaving the car parked for an extended period, I'd unplug it.

 

[Turbo3]

The next release of Leaf Spy (all versions) will dramatically reduce Bluetooth traffic when the Leaf is off and not charging (no more of that rapid clicking relay sound under the hood).

Not sure if that really had a big impact on the 12v battery but it can't hurt and getting rid of the rapid clicking sound is a side benefit.

 

[TimLee]

The next release of Leaf Spy (all versions) will dramatically reduce Bluetooth traffic when the Leaf is off and not charging (no more of that rapid clicking relay sound under the hood).

Not sure if that really had a big impact on the 12v battery but it can't hurt and getting rid of the rapid clicking sound is a side benefit.

Could you elaborate further on which relay is doing this and why? I've had LEAF Spy Pro for about a month now, and encountered the chattering relay two or three times, but only when I left the LEAF in quasi Ready to log data and usually was when preheat timer was operating. I meant to ask about it, but hadn't got to it. Can't be good for the relay as it is a rapid once per second chatter with brief slow down pause every 20 to 30 seconds. A change to stop this will be good

 

[Turbo3]

The next release of Leaf Spy (all versions) will dramatically reduce Bluetooth traffic when the Leaf is off and not charging (no more of that rapid clicking relay sound under the hood).

Not sure if that really had a big impact on the 12v battery but it can't hurt and getting rid of the rapid clicking sound is a side benefit.

Could you elaborate further on which relay is doing this and why? I've had LEAF Spy Pro for about a month now, and encountered the chattering relay two or three times, but only when I left the LEAF in quasi Ready to log data and usually was when preheat timer was operating. I meant to ask about it, but hadn't got to it. Can't be good for the relay as it is a rapid once per second chatter with brief slow down pause every 20 to 30 seconds. A change to stop this will be good

The VCM controller goes to 'sleep' 15 minutes after the car is turned off (opening doors will restart timer) or after a charge stops (three top dash lights turn off). When the VCM is in this mode if it receives a command it will turn on a relay to be sure it has power for any following commands. Relay is above the right side tire area under the hood. The VCM is the bridge between the CAR and EV CAN buses.

 

[ttweed]

Could you elaborate further on which relay is doing this and why? I've had LEAF Spy Pro for about a month now, and encountered the chattering relay two or three times, but only when I left the LEAF in quasi Ready to log data and usually was when preheat timer was operating. I meant to ask about it, but hadn't got to it. Can't be good for the relay as it is a rapid once per second chatter with brief slow down pause every 20 to 30 seconds. A change to stop this will be good

Tim,
Here is the original thread about the clicking relay: http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=12857.
In it, Ingineer explains that the clicking won't hurt anything, and will not wear out or break the relay.
No worries,
TT

 

[Berlino]

If anyone's looking for an Estonian language LEAF Spy tutorial, this might be it.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w_CCj8SC4E[/youtube]

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yf-Fp300AJk[/youtube]

They seem to have the setting of 75w/Gid