Motorsport Electronics Plugin ECU range
ME221 Plug-In ECUs
Factory Fit, ME221 Control
feature rich | accurate | reliable
The ME221 Plug-In ECU range offers all the features of the ME221 platform with the convenience of using the factory harness and sensors to give a quick install time on a range of vehicles, while still allowing upgrades such as MAF-less fuel control, turbocharging or throttle body installs to be carried out.
If you require advanced features such as in-built Wideband control, EGT, Logging & CAN-Bus, then check out the ME442 Plug-In.
from £595
CURRENTLY SUPPORTED MODELS
Mazda MX-5 1989-2005
Toyota Starlet EP82 & EP91
Honda S2000 AP1 2000-2005
Mitsubishi EVO 4-8
Renault Clio 182 (w/DBW)
Nissan Skyline R32/R33/R34
Mazda RX-7 FD
KEY FEATURES
VE Based fuelling algorithm (MAF-less)
Supports all OEM Sensors/Dash/AC etc
Boost Control
OEM Idle Control
High Accuracy
COP Support
USB Connectivity
Switchable Maps
Configurable IO with Auxillary Inputs/Outputs
Advanced Motorsport Features
Powerful Tuning Suite
HARDWARE FEATURES
Installs into the OEM Casing
60psi On-Board MAP Sensor
Fault Diagnostics
Extra I/O
VE BASED FUELLING
Accurate, modern VE based modelling of the engine means faster to tune, and more accurate compensations for environmental changes as opposed to older pulse-width based management systems. Microsecond accuracy with fuel and ignition calculations carried out over 500 times a second means unparalleled transient response and consistent results.
IN-BUILT MAP SENSOR
Most of our ME221 ECUs house an internal 60psi MAP sensor (3 Bar of Boost). Simply connect this up to your inlet manifold with the included vacuum line, and your Air Flow Meter/MAF can be removed.
FACTORY CONNECTIVITY
Because our Plug-In systems are designed on OEM cars, they offer true PnP install, utilising many of the factory sensors. They also retain OEM control of things like the factory dashboard, smart alternator control, VVT, Idle Air etc.
All models of the ME221 Plug-In range comes equipped with full closed loop VVT control. This can be VERY useful if you plan to retrofit a VVT engine into a non-VVT loomed chassis, as you can simply use a spare output to drive the VVT solenoid.
POWERED BY ME221
Because all of our Plug-In range share the same core, it means the full feature set is available regardless of the model you choose – and this also means better familiarity with the system for tuners and installers.
KNOCK PROTECTION
The ME221’s advanced knock control offers true DSP processed measurement of knock, with per-cylinder angular windowing to locate, and act upon signs of knock, ensuring engine safety and longevity. Fuel enrichment, ignition retard and user definable aggressiveness give maximum control.
BASEMAPS
Having rolling road facilities in-house means we are able to offer ME Certified basemaps for an array of different configurations. This means along with a straightforward physical install, you can be up and running in minutes – ready to shake the car down prior to professional tuning on a rolling road.
1ST CLASS SUPPORT
It might be simple to install, and even easy to tune, but that doesn’t mean that help isn’t on hand when you need it. With a network of approved tuning shops across the UK & beyond, UK telephone support and an ever growing online community means you will never be left in the dark. The ME experience is more than just a box of electronics…
MOTORSPORT AUX CONNECTOR
The MAC connection allows you to expand beyond the factory connector – adding two more hi current, PWM-able low side drivers, three extra digital inputs and one spare analogue input. Allowing you to enable launch control, anti lag, or directly control boost or nitrous valves.
BOOST CONTROL
Fully featured closed and open loop boost control means accurate manifold pressures and turbo waste-gate management – several dimensions of control including throttle, rpm and even gear based boost targets. Quicker spooling and stable boost means optimised torque can be delivered under all conditions.
MOTORSPORT FEATURES
Switchable maps, Launch Control, 2-Step Limiters, Water Injection, Flex Fuel & Anti-Lag are just a few of the advanced features of the ME221 core – all included, all unlocked. And with more features added over time via free, in-field firmware updates, the list is ever growing…
CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
With general purpose tables and custom variables, you can combine inputs and effectors to create practically any bespoke function you may require, all from within the MEITE tuning software.
POWERFUL TUNING SOFTWARE
The Motorsport Electronics Integrated Tuning Environment, or MEITE, for short, is a powerful, flexible Windows tuning interface for working with our range of ECUs. Fully customizable layouts and interface, allowing the novice to play with just the basics (starting from one of our many base-maps), or the advanced tuner to really get under the hood, the options are there…
INSTALL VIDEO GUIDES
ME442 Plug-In ECUs
from £895
KEY FEATURES
CAN-Bus 2.0b
Supports all OEM Sensors/Dash/AC etc
Closed Loop Boost, Lambda & Idle Control
Battery-Backed Real-Time Clock
Industry Leading High Speed Data-logging
Switchable Maps
E85/Flex-Fuel Support
K-Type EGT Input
VVT & DSP Windowed Knock Control
Configurable I/O with Auxiliary Inputs/Outputs
Advanced Motorsport Features
Powerful Tuning Suite
HARDWARE FEATURES
Installs into the OEM Casing
4 Bar On-Board MAP Sensor
In-built Bosch Wideband Controller
Onboard SD Logging
USB Communications
Direct Fit to OEM Harness
Fault Diagnostics
Extra I/O
8x Coil and Injector Channels
Direct K-Type EGT Input
Battery-Backed Real-Time-Clock
RECOMMENDED BY THE BEST!
Including BBR, Skuzzle and M-Tech in the UK, through to SPS in Europe and Flyin’ Miata in the US. The best in MX-5 tuning the world over use the ME221 ECU as their main ECU platform for the 89-05′ models.
IN-BUILT MAP SENSOR
Most of our ME221 ECUs house an internal 60psi MAP sensor (3 Bar of Boost). Simply connect this up to your inlet manifold with the included vacuum line, and your Air Flow Meter/MAF can be removed.
FACTORY CONNECTIVITY
Because our Plug-In systems are designed on OEM cars, they offer true PnP install, utilising many of the factory sensors. They also retain OEM control of things like the factory dashboard, smart alternator control, VVT, Idle Air etc.
All models of the ME221 Plug-In range comes equipped with full closed loop VVT control. This can be VERY useful if you plan to retrofit a VVT engine into a non-VVT loomed chassis, as you can simply use a spare output to drive the VVT solenoid.
WIDEBAND LAMBDA BUILT-IN
The ME442 features a BOSCH LSU4.9 Wideband controller built in for accurate, fast measurement of exhaust gasses to determine the engine’s Air/Fuel Ratio. Coupled with closed loop control, the ECU will target the correct fueling, or, populate its Long Term Trim table to show errors and adjustments made automatically in real time to the VE table. Even better, when connected with MEITE you can use auto-tune and let the ECU help do the hard work of tuning the VE table to perfection.
KNOCK PROTECTION
The ME Core’s advanced knock control offers true DSP processed measurement of knock, with per-cylinder angular windowing to locate, and act upon signs of knock, ensuring engine safety and longevity. Fuel enrichment, ignition retard and user definable aggressiveness give maximum control.
BASEMAPS
Having rolling road facilities in-house means we are able to offer ME Certified basemaps for an array of different configurations. This means along with a straightforward physical install, you can be up and running in minutes – ready to shake the car down prior to professional tuning on a rolling road.
1ST CLASS SUPPORT
It might be simple to install, and even easy to tune, but that doesn’t mean that help isn’t on hand when you need it. With a network of approved tuning shops across the UK & beyond, UK telephone support and an ever growing online community means you will never be left in the dark. The ME experience is more than just a box of electronics…
CAN-BUS 2.0
CAN-Communication means its now easy to expand your in-car electronics. From adding custom dashboards from any professional brand, though to allowing you to support OEM functionality, or add switch panels to allow selection of Maps or functions on the ECU – CAN allows a simple, 2-wire standard for ease of install and expand-ability.
K-TYPE EGT
Direct connect a K-Type thermo-couple to the ME442 to allow accurate measurement of Exhaust Gas Temperature. This allows safeties to be triggered on account of higher than expected EGTs, or, allowing fuel trimming to keep things in check while on the track.
SD LOGGING & RTC
Log directly to a high speed SD-Card! Impressive data rates as well as the inbuilt, battery-backed real-time clock means you can log an array of sensors and information for extended periods of time, then easily locate the required log from its unique and accurate date/time stamp.
VE BASED FUELLING
Accurate, modern VE based modelling of the engine means faster to tune, and more accurate compensations for environmental changes as opposed to older pulse-width based management systems. Microsecond accuracy with fuel and ignition calculations carried out over 500 times a second means unparalleled transient response and consistent results.
ON BOARD 4-BAR MAP SENSOR
The on-board MAP sensor allows quick and easy OEM MAF/AFM sensor removal – perfect for turbo/supercharger builds, and free horsepower on NA builds. Able to read to to 45psi of boost, it is suitable for almost any application. It uses a 3mm barb fitting, and we even include the vacuum hose so you can easily connect it to your inlet manifold.
POWERFUL TUNING SOFTWARE
The Motorsport Electronics Integrated Tuning Environment, or MEITE, for short, is a powerful, flexible Windows tuning interface for working with our range of ECUs. Fully customizable layouts and interface, allowing the novice to play with just the basics (starting from one of our many base-maps), or the advanced tuner to really get under the hood, the options are there…
POWERED BY ME CORE
Because all of our Plug-In range share the same core, it means the full feature set is available regardless of the model you choose – and this also means better familiarity with the system for tuners and installers. You can also upgrade ME221 based ECUs to full ME442 functionality at a later date as your project requirements grow.
MOTORSPORT AUX CONNECTOR
The MAC allows you to expand beyond the factory connector – adding multiple high current, PWM-able low side drivers, extra digital inputs and multiple spare analogue inputs. Allowing you to do things such as switching maps, log extra sensor data, go COPs, add a second set of injectors, toggle switch enabling of launch control, anti lag, or directly control boost or nitrous valves.
BOOST CONTROL
Fully featured closed and open loop boost control means accurate manifold pressures and turbo waste-gate management – several dimensions of control including throttle, rpm and even gear based boost targets. Quicker spooling and stable boost means optimised torque can be delivered under all conditions.
MOTORSPORT FEATURES
Switchable maps, Launch Control, 2-Step Limiters, Water Injection, Flex Fuel & Anti-Lag are just a few of the advanced features of the ME core – all included, all unlocked. And with more features added over time via free, in-field firmware updates, the list is ever growing…
CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
With general purpose tables and custom variables, you can combine inputs and effectors to create practically any bespoke function you may require, all from within the MEITE tuning software.