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1. the engine you are running for example some Yamaha R1 motorcycle engines have an oil level switch 42 9 Logger Status Using the DigiTools software for configuring the DigiDash you can program this decimal point to This decimal point signifies that the Logger is switched ON and recording data illuminate if the logger is switched ON to record data 4 3 GREEN LCD Character Display This is the main display for most sensor readouts The LCD has several different screens of information available Depending on which display options are enabled see the DigiTools Configure section 4 12 of the manual for details there are various screens that can be displayed These are cycled between displays by pressing the A button If Button C is connected this button will cycle through the available screens in the opposite direction Version 1 01 Page 25 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 4 3 1 LCD Display Screens in Detail OILP Oil Pressure in PSI or BAR Speed Gear Can also be shown on this display via DigiTools Config OILT Oil Temperature in C or F Water Water Temperature in C or F Odo Vehicle Odometer Total Bat Battery Voltage Fuel Fuel Level as a percentage of full RPM Engine revolutions per minute MPH Miles per hour KMH z Kilometres per hour Gear Engaged Gear N for neutral C for clutch down Engine Elapsed Engine Run Time Aux Psi Auxiliary Pressure in P
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3. GREY wire When 12 volts is applied to this input wire the blue main beam warning light will illuminate e Rear Fog PURPLE wire When your rear fog lights are switched on the warning light should illuminate Left Right Indicators GREEN wire with 2 individual feeds red and grey The turn indicators are wired separately There are diodes in the cable in order to prevent a short circuit Fused 12v Supply Fog Light Switch Fog Light input on sen Rear Fog Light Simplified Wiring Example for 12v Switched Warning Light SENSOR Cable Inputs that require switch to Ground ve There are 2 inputs on the Sensor cable that require a switch to ground in order to operate e Brake Fail Handbrake Warning Light DARK BROWN wire For the brake fail warning light on the display to illuminate the input feed must be switched to ground negative earth This can be wired directly to the brake fluid level switch on the brake fluid resevoir or if the handbrake is connected to to the same circuit the handbrake switch e Neutral Warning Light LIGHT BROWN wire This is intended for motorcycle gearboxes that have an output for a dashboard Neutral indicator light This switches to ground during operation Brake Fail circuit A Brake Fail Warning Li 1 Brake Fluid Level Switch nht Innit LIN Version 1 01 Page 49 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Appendix 2 Speed Sensor Installation T
4. which is entered as 1500 here Check your service manual to get the correct ratio values for your particular engine 3 1425 Number of Gears Allows the number of gears in the vehicle to be entered The valid range is between 2 and 6 Version 1 01 Page 21 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 1426 Gear Ratios 1 6 This allows the entry of the vehicles gear ratios please refer to your gearbox service manual for the correct ratios Itis shown as a 4 digit number The first digit represents the integer whilst the others represent the three decimal places For example for a ratio of 2 769 1 you enter 2769 3 14 27 Clock Date amp Time Menu Screens These screens allow you to set the date and time on the on board real time clock You can set the day month year hour and minute using these screens 3 2 Configuration Using DigiTools Software The DigiDash2 is best configured using the DigiTools software supplied on the CD ROM as this allows access to all the settable features by the user Please refer to section 5 entitled DigiTools PC software for instructions on how to use the software for configuration and data analysis Version 1 01 Page 22 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 4 Using the DigiDash Display There are two main information areas on the DigiDash Display These can be cycled through various displays using the A or B buttons during normal use Section 3 3 Green LCD D
5. E g Set the value to 500 if you wish each shift light LED to come on in 500 RPM intervals 0 3 6 Lap Tab Elb Configuration Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hil Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Lap Hill GPS Timer Best Lap Heset 5 print Hill Mode Normal Button B Menu Reset Sprint AutoTrigger Timer Starts on Speed gt O fe Power Up amp on Button B Reset User amp rms Resets Timer when Stationary before Start Timing Mode Beacon Button Options Lap Beacon Trager Blanking Period 48 2 b GPS Lap Timing Coords uses GPS Speed Split Timer Mode Faro Select ero Selects GPS Lap Coords saves with config i Computed Distance 1 32 Splits Button L Latitude Longitude f Entered Distance 1 3 Splits Trigger di Computed Split Distance augus Er i Number of Splits 1 32 32 Split 2 EI Reset Split ita 30000000 180000000 Track Length m 12200 DigiDash Head Wirte File 5ave Load Serial Port Menu Control a Selected Write Config Load Config COM Port Main Read Config Save Config COMI Menu 3 3 6 1 Lan Hill GPS Times Best Lap Reset The LST BST display on the green LCD can be selected to automatically reset on power up of the DigiDash system as well as by pressing and holding down button B for 2 seconds Alternatively you can reset this value only when the LST BST screen is displayed and button B is pressed and held for 2 seconds 3 3 6 2 lanTimin
6. Over or Under spped warning as selected using the Alarms Tab 5 3 3 Camera Alarm illuminate when in proximity of a speed camera DD2 LITE only GPS NOT Locked warn if the GPS satellite signal is lost 9 3 9 Shift Lights Tab EI Configuration Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Shift Light Setup Shift Lights Mode Off fe Norm Block W Flash on max shift time Shift Points Peak 16500 RPM Delta 500 RPM Shift Points 100 RPM Resolution DigiD ash Read Write File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control Selected COM Port Main Read Config Save Config COM1 xl Menu 9 3 91 Shift Light Setup Write Config Shift Lights Mode Switch the mode of the rpm shift lights between Off Switch off shift lights Norm Fully seguential operation each LED wil illuminate in seguence at intervals of the preset RPM delta value see below Block Switches in blocks 3 Green LEDs to 2 yellow LED s to Main Red Shift light Version 1 01 Page 39 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 9 3 0 2 Flash on Max shift time If the main RED shift light is on for more than 1 second the bank of shift lights will repeatedly flash Turn this feature off by un checking this box Peak This is the value at which the main RED shift light LED is illuminated max RPM Delta This the RPM value each LED will progressively illuminate
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8. DigiDash2 configurations and upload them as desired To load a previously saved file simply click on the Load Config button locate the desired configuration file and click Okay to load the configuration to the DigiTools software Remember that once the file is loaded if you wish to program the DigiDash2 to the settings contained in the file you must then click on Write Config in order to upload the settings to the Digidash2 Version 1 01 Page 34 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 3 2 General Tab Elb Configuration vil EI EI Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials General Setup Odometer Max Hold Timer Reset Display Units Odo Readin 0 Reset All Max Hold Timers on Power Up Speed i R t f s MPH Factory Set eset Control on Button B Hold Down C KMH t Reset All Max Holds and Timers Accel Brake Timer f Reset Current LCD Menu Data Only Pressure Start Speed Stop Speed 0 MPH El MPH Module Data Temp iw Use Prot not Sensor Module for Display of Deol Accel Test Selected Boost Brake Bias and AFR C DegF G Force Sensor i Swap Sensor G Axis Time D ate Display Speed Displav Logger Box LED gt Bete Sensor Change Accel Brake Sign oo eee koplan b b f Log On Off Change Left Right Sian GPS Module t GPS Module f GPS NOT Locked DigiD ash Read Write Serial Port Menu Control E Selected Write Config
9. Free 98 29 Mbits Mbits x 9 4 2 1 The last recorded file will be shown as log session 1 Previously recorded files will be then bumped down the list until Log session 16 after which the file will be discarded The log file displays the time and date of when the file was recorded on the right hand side of the download data menu for reference 9 1 2 2 Memory Usage These boxes show the amount of memory used in Mbits and the of memory still available If you wish to discard all previously recorded data click on the Clear All Log Sessions button 9 4 2 3 Download Data You can select a particular log session from the list by selecting the appropriate number in the Download Log Session drop down box You can also specify whether you wish to record the file as an A or B memory file The check boxes allow automatic saving of a file when selected for analysis and the time and date can be saved as part of the filename used 9 4 2 4 View Data After selecting a particular log session you can then click on View Data to open the Data Analysis window Version 1 01 Page 46 DigiDash Manual ETB Instruments LTD 2007 3 4 3 Data Analysis View Data Tab Menus File Load different Data sets or print the plot area to your printer or a file Data Select the X and Y axis data variables for plotting on the graph and select which data is plotted and in what colours View Zoom and pan the data plotted on the graph
10. 1mm 3 Check Loom Plug is tight 4 Testthe Sensor using the Datalogger STATUS LED Nothing on the Display opeedo doesn t work 1 Distance between magnets and sensor is too great opeedo is erratic or poor at 2 Magnets are mounted on a vehicle part that has lateral high speeds movement 3 Sensor Bracket is moving in relation to the magnets Bracket too weak 1 Checkthat you have entered the Gear ratios of your gearbox using Setup Mode 2 Checkthat you have correct Speed and RPM input signals 3 Ensure that you have entered the correct values for the SPEED CAL and GEAR CAL using the DigiTools Calculator 1 Check the connections are tight 2 Usethe CDI or ECU tacho output if possible Gear Display does not show engaged Gear get interference when the engine is running 1 Check wiring to sensor and connections 2 Check that there is a good ground connection for the sensor this is made via the sensors body 1 The brightness of the displays is variable Use the The lights are too bright SETUP MODE to change the brightness Display sensors show NC Version 1 01 Page 31 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 9 DigiTools PC Software Supplied free with the DigiDash is a comprehensive software package This software is designed to run on any Microsoft Windows 32bit operating system Win 98 ME NT 2000 XP and Vista Minimum specification for the PC is a P133 with 32MB of memory and an 800x600 SVG
11. The setup and various parameters of DigiDash can be configured either directly using the Display or via a Laptop using the DigiTools software 3 1 Configuration via Display 3 1 1 Selecting SETUP MODE This mode allows the user to define all essential parameters when setting up the DigiDash to match the vehicle s specifications It also allows the user to turn on or off certain functions or to set the required DigiDash display brightness contrast levels NOTE If you have a Windows based personal computer you can use the software supplied to directly change all the parameters that can be normally accessed via SETUP MODE as well as a host of extra fealures To do this please refer to the section headed DigiTools PC Software under Section 5 To enter SETUP MODE e Ensure DigiDash2 is turned ON e Hold down the LEFT A and RIGHT B dash buttons for 2 seconds DIGS DASH To enter the set up Menu Hold Down Buttons A amp B together for 2 seconds You should see the LCD show TEST MODE which is the first menu screen To move to the next Menu screen press Button A To Edit the Menu displayed press Button B Once you have finished editing a particular Menu screen press Button A shown on LCD as 53i to return the Main editing menu For a full explanation of the button functions in Setup mode please refer to section 3 1 3 on the following page 3 1 2 Exit Setup Mode To 511 SETUP mode p
12. best place to measure the vehicle s speed please contact ETB Instruments for help Information you need to calibrate the unit e Wheel amp tyre size e Differential Gear ratio when the speed sensor is fitted to propshaft e Details of the cars transmission system RWD FWD etc Note You MUST use BOTH magnets supplied with the kit 3 14 21 Track Length Track Length specifies the length in metres of the race track The track length can be set between 0 and 10 000 metres 10Km This is used in the automatic calculation of split time points up to 32 of them round the lap If you are unsure of the exact length of the track you should make this longer than you expect the lap to be 39 14 22 Acceleration Deceleration Test Start Stop These two options allow the setup of the acceleration timer start and stop speeds Acceleration Timer f the start speed is lower than the stop speed an acceleration run is timed Deceleration Timer Conversely a higher start speed than stop speed implies a deceleration braking run 39 1423 Vehicle Weight Kg This allows the user to specify the weight of the vehicle in kilograms Kg This is used for the BHP Power calculation The valid range is 250 to 2500Kg Default 600Kg 39 1424 Primary gear Ratio This is the primary reduction gear ratio of the vehicles engine For car engines this should be set to 1000 1 1 For Bike engines the ratio is generally around 1 5 1
13. by the letters FLA on the 3 digit red LED display Version 1 01 Page 19 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 391415 Shift Mode The sequential shift lights can be programmed to come on in two different styles LED Pattern displayed Style 0 Shift Lights OFF 1 2 Fully sequential LED s change 3 blocks at a time 39 1416 Shift RPM This allows the user to program the final shift light LED RPM trigger point The shift RPM is set in 100 RPM steps 3 1 4 17 Shift Delta This allows the user to set the RPM change required to light the next shift LED The shift delta RPM is set in 100 RPM steps Note that this RPM setting works for each LED or set of LED s and is dependent on the shift light mode chosen For Example f the user sets Shift Light Mode 1 fully sequential with a final Shift Light RPM of 10 000 RPM each of the lower shift lights will illuminate at the RPM increment below this If the shift delta set to for example 500 RPM the shift lights would illuminate at First LED Green 7500 RPM Next LED Green 8000 RPM Next LED 8500 RPM Next LED 9000 RPM Next LED Yellow 9500 RPM Shift Light RPM Set Value Final LED BB 10000 RPM If the final Red shift light is illuminated for more than 1 second the entire bank of shift lights will rapidly flash 3 14 18 RPM Uplift This will increase the RPM value indicated by a percentage that can be defined by the user This should not be u
14. directly input the values on the Configure screen Calculator Drive and Sensor Position Type of Tyres Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Sensor C Front Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Sensor C Rear Wheel Drive Propshaft Sensor C Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Sensor Road Tyre Details Front Tyre Width 275 mm Front T yre Profile 80 ze Front Wheel Diameter 13 inches Final Drive Ratio Bear Driven Diff Differential Ratio 3 21 1 Rear Tyre Profile Front Tyre 481 Rear Tyre 481 D Results Road Tyres C Slick Tyres C Unknown Tyres Final Drive Type Sprocket fe Gear Diff Rear Tyre Width 275 mm 80 Rear Wheel Diameter f 9 inches Tyre Information RR Circumference 2898 2898 mm Speedo Cal 1110 Goto Gear Cal 3210 Configuration 2 Help Back to ToolBox Menu Control Version 1 01 Page 43 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 9 9 10 Logger Tab lb Configuration 6 Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hil ears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Logger Configuration You can pause the recording of This box is used for controlling how data to save memory by setting the Logger is switched On or Off to the Logger to pause when Pro and Lite Logger Configuration Pro Logger On Off Control t Logger Disabled Display Button amp On Off hold button down until logger changes record data The
15. into a variety of different ignition systems There are a huge variety of systems used in vehicles The feed for the RPM tachometer wire red wire should come from a Low Voltage Connection e g the negative ve side of the ignition coil On many vehicles this will most likely be from the IGNITION COILS LT connection On engines that feature modern ECU s also called CDI s with bike engines there may be a dedicated TACHO output This is usually routed to the car s rev counter and is the ideal position to which to connect the tachometer wire Version 1 01 Page 13 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual WARNING Under no circumstances should the tacho feed be taken from a High Tension circuit from the HT side of a coil or a spark plug This will DAMAGE the unit and will invalidate the product s guarantee The red STATUS LED on the Datalogger can be used to verify that the tachometer input is receiving a good signal In order to do this you must first set the operation of the STATUS LED on the Datalogger to Sensor Mode using the DigiTools Configure software General Settings TAB The red STATUS LED will illuminate on receiving a pulsed signal on the tachometer input Note Some ECU s may require a pull up resistor to pull up the output signal voltage to 12v Please contact ETB Instruments should you experience problems with a tachometer input Version 1 01 Page 14 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual
16. soon as one of the magnets passes the speed sensor The timer will automatically stop when the chosen stop speed is reached and the time will be displayed 4 5 2 Braking runs Perform the same procedure as above making sure that your starting speed is higher than the chosen start speed As you apply the brakes and the vehicles speed drops below the start speed the timer will be enabled Once you have reached the desired stop speed the timer will stop and hold the deceleration time If you want to view the acceleration curve on a PC later make sure you turn data logging on before you start the run You can log multiple runs by turning the data logging on and off for each run Warning The acceleration timer should be used with great care Do not use the timer on public roads Please ensure you give due consideration to the safety of other road users whilst using this feature Accidents resulting in the improper use of this feature invalidate the product guarantee Version 1 01 Page 30 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 46 Troubleshooting 1 Checkthe power and earth connections Fused Red Wire POWER LED on Datalogger is and Single Black wire on POWER TRIGGER Harness not lit 2 Checkthe Fuse 1 Checkthe CAN cable connectors are plugged in 2 Checkthat the Datalogger is powered POWER LED is lit 1 Check magnets North South orientation dot must face away from sensor 2 Check distance to sensor
17. vehicle is stationary i e Speed 0 There are 2 Modes of operation Display Button A can be set to turn the Logger On or Off When you wish to start recording data hold down Button A for more than 2 seconds and the LCD display will indicate that the f Logger Switch On Off SPST switch on logger unit winpation Pro Logger Pause Control iv Pause logging if the vehicle iz gethan e g Speed is zero Pause logging if the engine iz switched off e g APM is zero Pro Logger Sampling Rate Or The engine is switched off RPM 0 f 10Hz Sampling Rate Default lagging for key sensors Logger is switched On f 20Hz Sampling Rate Increase reselution logging key sensors Similarly hold down Button A to Lite Mini Log Variable oi Pressure Lite Logging Rate Fixed 10Hz switch the Logger Off Logger Switch The Orange Brown wire on the green POWER TRIGGER connector can be used for switching the Logger On or Off This wire should Menu Control DigiDash Read Write File 5ave Load Write Config Read Config The DigiDash Lite has the facility to log one data trace from Oil Pressure Speed RPM or Distance selected with this drop down box Serial Port Selected COM Port Main COMI vi Menu The Logger sampling rate can be switched between 10Hz amp 20Hz This means that the Logger will connected to a Single Pole Single record data values either 10 or 20 Save Config Throw Toggle switch not
18. vehicle that is exposed to the trackside beacon note that the side required may vary at different circuits so you may wish to mount the receiver so as to allow it to face either side e g with tie wraps The range of the sensor is around 20 metres so should be sufficient for most tracks Problems with the lap timer can be diagnosed using either the Datalogger red STATUS LED in Sensor Mode or the Display Test Mode and your TV remote control For further details on using the DigiDash Lap timing system please refer to section 3 4 For details on wiring please see the wiring section at the end of the document Please see the drawing in Appendix 5 for mounting details Version 1 01 Page 12 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 24 Wiring the DigiDash Datalogger All main connections to the DigiDash are made via two 15 way D type connectors on the Datalogger marked POWER TRIGGER and SENSORS These two connectors are colour coded to match the coloured stripes on the Datalogger and are gender specific to prevent incorrect connection The blue colour connector should be plugged in to the SENSOR connector on the Datalogger box The SENSOR cable has 12 wires all of 1 metre length These wires are intended to be joined into the existing wiring of the vehicle The joints can be made in several ways including ScotchLocks and soldering Simply twisting the wires and covering with tape is NOT a good method of wiring the DigiDash and
19. will result in unreliable joints A well soldered and insulated joint or crimp connectors are the best means of wiring the vehicle The POWER TRIGGER cable with the green connector is supplied with a suitable length of cable for the lap trigger to suit most vehicles and does not require connection to the existing wiring loom The cable includes the speedometer sensor lap trigger input the RPM input main power 12v feed ground wire and an optional wire for a single pole single throw toggle switch used for switching the data recording facility logger on or off This cable also incorporates a connection to the 5v module for connecting an additional 4 channels 25 Connecting the DigiDash Display The Datalogger is connected to the main Display unit via a CAN bus link cable This is identified by the red 9 way D type connectors and is the same gender at each end This means that it does not matter which way round you connect the cable One end of the cable is connected the Datalogger port marked with a red stripe and the word DIGIGAN The other end is connected to the 9 way socket on the Display unit The Display connectors are gender specific and cannot be incorrectly connected Please refer to Appendix 1 for the full details of the wiring 26 Ignition Systems Tachometer Wiring The green POWER TRIGGER connector incorporates the tachometer input lead see wiring diagram The DigiDash RPM monitor is designed to connect directly
20. 5 EVL 00 BAISER 00 CICAMING 12577 eee cok 55 IVY LUGE el SR tsa ate eee este 0 00 Version 1 01 Page 3 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 1 DigiDash Introduction The DigiDash is easy to use and install Most people will get the hang of the unit in a few minutes This manual is provided as guide and reference Before cutting any holes or wires please read through this manual The DigiDash consists of separate Datalogger and Display units The Display allows you to configure the main parameters without the need for a PC The Datalogger without a Display connected reguires a PC to configure The Datalogger is mounted on a flat surface inside the vehicle cockpit whilst the Display unit can be mounted either directly on the Dashboard or on the steering wheel itself In either mounting position the A and B function buttons can be remotely wired using a remote button kit available from ETB Instruments This kit comprises four buttons two of which extend A and B and two others that provide extra menu functions 11 Datalogger Key Features The Datalogger can be used as a stand alone unit without a display connected logging numerous vehicle parameters This data can then be downloaded to a Laptop PC and analysed using the accompanying DigiTools Software The parameters which can be recorded are Engine Revs RPM Speed MPH or KMH Engaged Gear Oil Pressure
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22. A display Please note that this manual does not contain information about using Windows and assumes that you are already familiar with standard Windows operations such as click double click right click drag and drop etc For further information on using Windows please refer to the instructions supplied with your operating software 9 1 Connecting the Serial Cable to a PC To configure the DigiDash first connect the Serial cable to the port on the Datalogger labelled SERIAL This allows the user to connect to a PC computer via the built in RS232 serial port If there is no RS232 port available a USB Serial Adapter is included as standard note that you must install the USB Serial adapter drivers for Windows prior to using the adapter A separate setup CDROM is included for this adapter 9 2 Installing the DigiTools Software Insert the DigiTools CD into your CD ROM Drive Using the mouse Left double click on My Computer Icon Right Click on CD ROM Drive Icon and select Explore oelect all files shown on CD ROM and by Right Clicking on these files drag and drop them into a suitable folder on your Hard Drive To start the DigiTools program double click using the left mouse button on the ETB icon Once the program is running you should see the following Menu with three main sub programs DigiDash2 Tools DiqiDash2 Analysis DigiDash2 Configure DigiDash2 Calculator To select the program you require left cli
23. Datalogger to measure an additional source As examples this could be used for fuel pressure or positive boost pressure Auxiliary Pressure Sender ETB Part 38007025053 with low pressure switch built in 1 8 NPTF Thread 2 3 4 Fuel Level Sensor The DigiDash2 is supplied with ETB s standard 6 hole top mount lever arm fuel sender and the default setting in the DigiTools configuration is set for this sensor However alternative sensors available separately from ETB can be used by configuring the Digidash2 using the DigiTools software These are VDO Lever Arm Fuel Sender VDO Dip Pipe Fuel Sender Capacitive Type tube sensor resistance range 10 180Q stewart Warner Type 240 33Q To ensure accuracy in the display it is essential that one of these sensors is used with the DigiDash2 Use of other senders is not permitted and will result in inaccurate readings If the sensor is not connected properly the DigiDash will display NC Additional Fuel level sender fitting instructions for the standard ETB lever arm sensor can be found in Appendix 9 23 9 Lap Timer Receiver The Lap timer module uses an infra red sensor similar to that used in television sets This is designed to be used with any common track beacon or the optional infra red beacon from ETB The lap timer receiver module is housed in a small plastic box which has a cut out with the sensor clearly visible This sensor should be firmly fixed to the side of the
24. O umop Bde epis ejduuip eu um sjeuBeui eu 20814 SuonoaiJiq Version O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Appendix 3 Display Mounting Template to scale There are eight M3 x 5mm threaded holes for mounting t he DigiDash2 Display This page should print to scale to enable to use the page as a template However please check with a ruler against the dimensions shown that yo ur printer has printed the page correctly Two holes are required for the connectors when mountin g the Display to flat dashboard Cut two 35mm diameter holes using the centre of the connector cut outs as the Version 1 01 Page 52 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Appendix 4 ETB Fuel Sender Fitting Instructions I Safety Instructions Caution No Smoking No open fire or source of flame If an installation must be made the fuel tank must be completely drained first Drain the fuel into an approved container REMOVE THE TANK WHENEVER POSSIBLE Warning Risk of explosion exists due to the presence of residual gases in the tank Make sure that the tank is aired sufficiently at least 15 minutes Choose the sensor location carefully making sure that the float arm of the fuel sender will not conflict with any baffles pipes or internal obstructions inside the fuel tank Also ensure that the float unit does not come into conflict with the side walls of the tank X Make a preliminary hole in the installation opening usin
25. O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual www etbinstruments com Version 1 01 Page 1 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Contents 1 DigiDaSh Introduction tuttaa ooo ana anoo ouu aa 4 1 1 Datalogger Key Features sees 4 bAt Datalogger Font VIEW DA A HER a rH aaa 5 1 1 2 Datalogger Rear 6 1 2 Display Key Features seen nnn nnns 6 1522 DISDIAV HOLL 1 132557 ak E M an s 8 1 3 Packaging GNECKIIS 8 2 DigiDash St 0 2 1 Mounting the Dataloqgger s nnn nnns 9 2 2 Mounting the DigiDash Display 0 2 3 Sensor Installation M a 10 2 3 1 Speed sensor POWER TRIGGER Cable 10 2 3 2 amp Water Temperature 5615015 11 2 3 3 Oil amp Auxiliary Pressure Sensors 11 2 93 4 Fuel Level SONS OM s sette aaa de 12 2 3 00 Lap TimMer TCO Ver ala aa ala io kada 12 2 4 Wiring the DigiDash Datalogger 13 2 0 Connecting the DigiDash Display 13 2 0 Ignition Systems Tachometer Wiring 13 3 Confiuuring Diqibas 19 3 1 Configuration via Display i
26. OT Locked Menu Control Main Menu The main area of the display tab is used to turn on or off display screens on the green LCD of the display unit Four tabs relate to the model of DigiDash you are using The PRO tab is selected on the image above showing all screens are selected In order to display a particular screen ensure that the corresponding check box is ticked 9 3 4 2 Display Settings You can alter the brightness and contrast settings by changing the value of these boxes LED brightness all LED warning lights and RED 3 digit display ranges from 0 to 15 15 being maximum brightness Similarly you can alter the contrast of the green LCD display 10 is lightest 0 is darkest Version 1 01 Page 38 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual When the end of a lap is triggered either manually by the infra red receiver or GPS the LCD display switches automatically to the LST BST screen showing your last and best lap times Use this setting to control the period in seconds this display is retained before switching back to the original screen selected 9 3 43 on LED Display You can use the decimal point of the red LED display to show when the logger is switched on and recorded data 3 3 4 4 AUX Light LED Mode The function of AUX warning light can be selected using these radio buttons Choose between Logger On Logger switched on and recording data Neutral Gear For Bike engined cars Speed Alarm
27. Oil Temperature Water Temperature Fuel Level Auxiliary Pressure Can be used for Fuel or Boost Pressure Battery Voltage Brake Longitudinal G Force Lateral G Force Odometer metres Lap Number Lap Times s oplit Times s PRO r Extra 0 5v Channels 1 4 Note References to the Datalogger relate to the Datalogger box The word Logger is used to describe the recording of data Version 1 01 Page 4 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 111 Datalogger Front View 1111 POWER Indicator The Green LED illuminates when the unit is switched on powered up and operational O Light On Power Supply OK Functioning Normally C Light Off No Power Supply 1112 STATUS Indicator The Red LED has two modes of operation which can be programmed via the DigiTools e Sensor STATUS Default Setting The LED functions as an individual signal test LED for the speed sensor tachometer RPM and lap trigger sensor The LED will illuminate when one of these 3 signals is triggered For example this can be used to check whether the speed sensor is detecting a magnet as it passes the sensor head Once all the sensors are checked the otatus Light can be configured to show Logger STATUS The LED will indicate the Status of the Logger Light Off Logger is switched off O Light On Logger is on Recording Data 3 1113 SER Port Using the serial link cable supplied with the DigiDash2 the Dat
28. SI AFR amp Turbo Boost if Selected Lst Last lap number and time Bst Best lap number and time L Lap Number you are on T Lap Elapsed Time S Current split sector you are in or sector time from Best Lap Accel Start amp Stop Speed e g 0 60 Decel Deceleration timer Time Time Recorded Power Instantaneous Estimate of Engine brake horse power BHP Max Maximum recorded BHP Estimate G Turn Lateral G Force Indicates Left Right Turn G Accel Longitudinal G Force indicates Acceleration Braking TrTime Elapsed Trip Time since last engine start since last Manual Reset TrDist Trip Distance Average Speed Since last reset Max OP Maximum Oil Pressure recorded since last reset Max OT Maximum Oil Temperature recorded Max WT Maximum Water Coolant Temperature recorded Max DC Maximum Battery Voltage recorded Max RPM Maximum RPM recorded Max MPH Maximum Speed recorded Max Turn Maximum Lateral G force recorded Max OT Maximum Longitudinal G force recorded Version 1 01 Page 26 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Brake F R Front and Rear Brake Pressure shown as 56 of maximum pressure sensor value Ratio 9o Ratio Bias between Front and Rear Pressures UTC Universal Co ordinated Time if using GPS or Time taken from on board clock 24hour Date Current Date taken from GPS or on board clock DD MM YY Format Lat GPS Latitude Lon GPS L
29. You can also assign a smoothing factor to the data plotted which averages the inputs and simplifies the data plot If you wish to plot all data and the lap overlay data click on the Lap overlay button in the Plot box Marker Assign labels or markers to the data plot show statistics on the data Option Change the units of measurement of the plot data swap the G sensor axes or modify the gridlines of the plot area 3 4 3 1 Plot PaneTabs b View Data ile Data View Marker Option Plot Data Lap Times Data A Notes Data B Notes Track Map G Circle Video verfaf View Options Plot Data C All Plot Data Lap Overlay Plot Area Windows Lap G Circle Beacon Position Adjust 0 Distance m Plot Data Options F1 Help Zoom and Pan lun Full Zoom Box C Zoom Pan C Pan Axis 1 C Pan Axis 2 Pan Axis 1 Horiz Only C Pan Axis 2 Horiz Only C Pan All Pan All Horiz Only Axis Options MW Y Axis AutoScale Select r Data Smoothing Smooth RPM Filter when Data Loaded Plot View Lap Overlay Data A race2 LogSession 11 dig Plot Pane Tabs Engine Analysis Timels Press F1 for Function Key Help Sel 1 Log 1 Lap 1 Data A fe Solid Line No Lap Selected v Visible Solid Line C Dotted Line Points C Dotted Line r Points 7 Visible 11 You can change the line characteristics of each data set as plott ed on the graph to help differen
30. a set number 1 16 and vehicle s set up for each data set select if you want it to be downloaded as a For example you can note your tyre pressures during a type A or B data set Then click the particular logging session and upon saving these notes they Download button A bar will appear showing will be added the data set file the progress of the download process in Microsoft Excel csv format When downloading logged sessions from the DigiDash you can save it to either A or 055 sa wiid alius Once downloaded you can click on the View v Mes to different Data button to start analysing the recorded sets of recorded data data Version 1 01 Page 45 ETB Instruments LTD 2007 3 4 2 Download Menu Screen Download Data Menu Latest Session Information Newest Log Files Log Session M Log Session B Log Session Log Session Log Session 5 Log Session 5 Log Session 08 Log Length NA mins DigiDash Manual GPS RTC Date and Time ize day month 24Hr mins 74 30 kBytes 25 02 07h 53m mins 73 36 kBytes 25 02 07h 47m kBytes kBytes kBytes kBytes m n m Loq Session B Oldest Log Files Prev Logs Next Logs Refresh Download Data Download Log Session 1 to Memory A W Automatically Save Data to File iw Use Log Date and Time in Filename Clear AlI Log Sessions Download View Data Back to Log Analysis Total 69 21 Used 1 18
31. alogger can be connected to a laptop computer via this port in order to download delete logged data or configure the DigiDash2 functions A USB Serial converter is included for connection to Laptops with only USB ports avaliable Light Flashing Slowly Logger Memory Full Light Flashing Rapidly Memory Error Contact ETB 1114 D L CAN Port This connection is the CAN bus link to the Display unit via the cable supplied This cable has red connector housings on each end and should not be confused with the Serial port extension cable Version 1 01 Page 5 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 112 Datalogger Rear View poc oc 206 POWER TRIGGER 1 POWER TRIGGER Port Inputs to this connector include 12v supply Ground Speed RPM and for a stand alone ON OFF switch for Logging data 2 SENSORS Port All major sensors and other logged inputs are connected to this port 1 2 Display Key Features The DigiDash has multi purpose displays to show a variety of vehicle parameters The displays include e Engine Revs RPM Acceleration Deceleration Time e Sequential gear shift up lights Trip Time Distance and Average Speed MPH or KMH Speed Display e Gear e Engine Hours 2 axis G Sensor e Max Holds on all Key Parameters e Water Temperature in C F Odometer Oil Pressure in PSI BAR e Alarms for 2 Pressures Oil e Auxiliary Pressure Can be used for Temperature Water Tempera
32. be indicated here including their version number and serial number Version 1 01 Page 33 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 9 4 14 Logger Memory The maximum available memory installed in the Datalogger will be displayed here when the unit is connected to a PC The Pro memory size available for recording data is 69 2Mb 3 919 DigiDash Read Write After selecting the correct COM Port 5 3 1 1 you can test the connection using the DigiDash Read Config buttons The Read Config button is used for downloading or reading the current configuration of the DigiDash2 to the DigiTools If the Display module is connected by clicking on the Read Config button you should see the following shown on the Display The DigiTools Configuration menus will now be set to the current settings of the DigiDash2 A box will appear confirming that the Configuration has been correctly downloaded Once you have accessed the menu screens in the Configuration program and changed the parameters to your desired settings the Write Config button is used to upload or write your configuration to the DigiDash2 A dialog box will appear confirming that your configuration has been correctly uploaded or written to the DigiDash2 9 416 File Save Load You can save files with a particular configuration to your hard drive by clicking on the Save Config button These files will be saved as a dcf file type This will enable you to save different
33. ceed a preset value Should you not wish the oil pressure alarm to be related to RPM simply set the RPM value to Zero 3 3 3 2 Oil Alarm Display Oil Alarm Switch When using the built in low Oil pressure switch on the ETB sensor the default setting is for the display to show O I L The ETB sensor has a normally open contact NO that closes when press ure is below 7 5 psi However you may wish to use another switch such as the original engine pressure switch for w hich you can specify whether the switch contacts are normally open NO or closed NC For engines eguipped with an Oil level switch e g Yamaha R1 engines you can change the swi tch setting to NC and the indicated alarm to LEV which indicates LEVEL Version 1 01 Page 37 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual The DigiDash2 incorporates a Speed Alarm Using this menu box you can specify the speed at which the AUX warning light on the display w ill illuminate Please see Section 4 3 4 for setting the AUX warning light to Speed Alarm Mode a Under Enables you to set the pit lane speed limit so that as you drive down the pit lane you must ensure that this light remains ON in order to avoid pit lane speeding It is advisable to set the a value just below the pit lane speed limit b Over You can set the AUX light to illuminate if the vehicle s speed exceeds the set limit 3 3 3 4 Alarm Hold Over Time This is the period in incr
34. ck on the appropriate button To exit the DigiTools click on the EXIT button Version 1 01 Page 32 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 5 3 DigiDash Configure For full access to all the DigiDash2 parameters and functions that can be specified by the user you must use the DigiTools Configure program After clicking the DigiDash2 Configure button the box below will be displayed Configuration EI EEI Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hil Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Module Versions Software Version Logger Gatso Memory Ver Rev Mbits Connected Modules and Status Head the DigiDash Config to obtain CAM module Revisions DigiDash Read WWrite Serial Port Menu Control i Selected Write Config COM Port Main Head Config Save Config COMI 7 Menu 9 4 1 Version Tab 3 9 11 Serial Port To automatically connect the Datalogger to a PC you must first select the COM Port that your PC is using to connect to the DigiDash2 If you are using the RS232 seril port this is usually set as COM Port 1 Other COM Ports can be specified if necessary usually when using a USB port 9 3 1 2 Logger Version When the Datalogger is connected to the PC the DigiDash2 Version and Revision number will be displayed in these boxes 9 3 1 3 Connected Modules and Status Information on any modules connected to the Datalogger via the DIGIGAN connection such as the Display will
35. display screen Button C p play Hold Down No Function 1 Acts as a Start Stop for the Lap Timer in Track Day Mode Press Once 2 Arms Lap Timer and acts a reset in Race Day Mode 3 GPS Option Store Start Finish amp 3 split Lat Long locations Hold Down No Function Button D Version 1 01 Page 23 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 4 2 RED 3 Digit LED Display The large three digit 7 segment display in the middle of the DigiDash is used to display one of 1 Speed MPH or KMH 2 RPM 3 Engaged Gear plus e Warning Alarms e Logger Status On or Off Configured using DigiTools Software Press Button B to cycle between Speed RPM and Engaged Gear 4 21 Speed The RED LED display can be used to indicate the speed of the vehicle This can either be in miles per hour MPH of kilometres per hour Km h depending on the unit of measurement selected MPH or Km h can be selected either directly via the display using Setup mode see 2 1 or by using the DigiTools configuration software See 4 1 The maximum possible indicated speed in MPH is 250 or if Km h is the selected unit of measurement the maximum is 400 4 2 2 RPM Engine revolutions per minute RPM is displayed in increments of 100 with a maximum possible indication of 25 5 or 25 500 RPM For example the RPM shown below is 4 200 RPM 42 3 Engaged Gear The RED LED display can also indicate engaged gear For this display to function c
36. duplicate buttons for A amp B and 2 others C and D for accessing extra functions A further 9 way connector connector on a flying lead is used for connecting to the GPS receiver 13 Packaging Checklist Standard Items Oty Datalogger Display Lap Timer Receiver Infra Red Speed Sensor 0 5v Channel Module DigiTools CDROM Serial USB Driver CDROM M3 Mounting Bolts Ouick Start Guide DigiDash Stickers Version 1 01 Page 8 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 2 DigiDash Installation 2 1 Mounting the Datalogger The Datalogger incorporates a 2 axis G Force sensor within the unit Although these axes can be reversed using the DigiTools software to suit either longitudinal or lateral mounting positions within the vehicle s cockpit it is essential that the Datalogger box is mounted on a flat surface for the G sensor to zero correctly The recommended orientation of the Datalogger box as follows Display Mounted on Dashboard or Steering Wheel DIGICAN LINK Datalogger Box Mounted on Flat Surface Datalogger m 22 Mounting the DigiDash Display Before cutting any holes in the dashboard make sure that the location of the DigiDash is easily visible from the driver s final position Also ensure that there is sufficient clearance behind the unit for the connectors and loom Note The DigiDash Display should be directed towards the driver If the dash is mounted at too stee
37. e Split Times s e Water Temperature e Longitudinal G Force Fuel Level Lateral G Force Additional 0 5v analog channels on the DigiDash Pro enable you to connect any type of sensor that outputs a signal ranging from 0 to 5 volts 3 4 1 Downloading Logged Data from the DigiDash When you wish to analyse the logged data you must connect the serial cable to the Datalogger and your PC and click on DigiDash2 Analysis in DigiTools The following screen will appear Data Set A amp B Options b Log Analysis LE To ana a data set from the Data Set A Options Data Set B Options DigiDash Download you must first select the COM port being used These buttons allovv you to M 145 Load Data Set A Load Data Set B p by your computer Download Menu load previously logged data sets from your hard drive Savo Bala Se A Save Data Set B Osaa n By clicking on the Download menu a new Save Data A Excel Save Data B Excel sions Fond menu screen will appear You will see a list of logged sessions including each file size and View Data Main Menu total memory usage This menu is shown on the next page Section 5 4 2 downloaded from the DigiDash you can click on Edit Data A Notes Edit Data B Notes save Data Set A or B to store the file on your hard dive 1 To download a particular session select the You can also save data sets You can edit and store general information about your corresponding dat
38. ements of 0 2 seconds that defines the length of time the display will show a warning alarm after the condition that originally triggered the alarm has returned to normal limits A warning alarm will show indefinitely if continously triggered 9 3 4 Display Tab Configuration Seles Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials LCD LED Display Options i Display Settings Prot Lite Tacho Dial Speed Dial LED Brightness 0 15 8 LCD Menu Options iw 1 Dil Pressure and Temps Add Gear and Speed Odo Battery and Fuel RPM Speed and Gear Lap Timer Split Timer Accel Brake Timer TA S cn ja D PJ m rJ M jay v m G Sensor Display i 3 Trip Distance Timer DigiD ash Reads rite Write Config Read Config ih Save Config COMI LCD LED Display Options 3 3 4 1 Engine Power Estimate Fue Save Load Iw T Engine Time Fuel Add Boost AFR Iw 11 Oil Pressure Temp M 12 Mas Water Temp Battery iw 13 Max RPM Speed M 14 Mas G Sensor Lat Long iw 15 Brake Bias Front Rear iw 16 RTC GPS Date and Time Iv 17 GPS Position I 18 GPS Heading Serial Port Selected COM Port LCD Contrast 0 101 m Display Lap Update Switch for 0 1 15 55 DP on LED Display Wot Used amp Logger On Aux LED Light Mode f Logger fs Meutral t Speed Alarm Camera Alarm t GPS N
39. er to the image below In order to use the GPS receiver for lap timing you must ensure that the DD2 is configured to use it for lap timing purposes as an alternative to using an infra red system Select Lap Hill Tab for configuring lap timer settings Select Infra Red or GPS Receive Configuration Sle for lap timing Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hil Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dial Lap Hill Z GPS Timer Lap Timing Mode Sprint Hill Mode nfra Red or Magnetic Beacon III GT Timer Starts on Speed gt User Arms Aesets Timer when Stationary before Start Beacon Button Options GPS Lap Timing Coordinates Lap Beacon Trager Blanking Period o i Latitude Longitude Split Timer Mode zem Selects 180 000000 E Button C Start Finish 90 000000 1 180 000000 Trigger Split 1 90 000000 180 000000 Computed Spit Distance Split 2 90 000000 180 000000 Number of Splits 1 32 22 Split 3 90 000000 180 000000 Tack enitn DigiDash Read Write File 5ave Load Serial Port Menu Control 2 Selected Write Config Load Config COM Port Main Read Config Save Config None Menu When reading the DigiDash Configuration from the Display the last co ordinates used will appear here or you can enter known co ordinates and write them to the Display Version 1 01 Page 28 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 44331 Usingthe GPS Lap Timing System T
40. g a drill and then finish the hole using a compass saw or piercing saw Comply with the safety instructions of the tool manufacturer rubber gasket can be used as a template for marking the bolt holes The main hole in the tank should be cut to 40mm Diameter Six Bolt holes diameter 5mm to 5 5mm should be drilled around the centre of the main hole on a P C D pitch circle diameter of 60 4mm Pay special attention to the orientation of the float arm in relation to the bolt holes e X Clean the tank of residue from the drilling or sawing work the fuel sender to the tank using M5 Bolts washers and nuts Should adjustment to the length or angle of the fuel sender be necessary please bear in mind the following points e To adjust length do not remove the arm from the brass pivot point e Shortening can be done in two ways either add a series of zigzag bends in the arm to shorten the length or by cutting the arm in half and rejoining to the correct length We have found that as long as a suitable thread locking agent is used one that is insoluble in petrol e g Loctite 290 simple 2 way screw terminal blocks can be used Terminal Blocks Standard Screw Terminal Polyethylene n 5 dar e TON n 2A 5A 5 amp is generally the best size e To lengthen it is suggested that a suitable gauge of brass rod be added in a similar method to above Important Removing the float and re bending the arm ar
41. gear ratio of each DigiD ash Head Wirte File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control forward gear These are very Gelected N write Config Load Config important as the ratios are COM Port Main required in order for the DD2 to Read Config i Men calculate which gear you are in Version 1 01 Page 41 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 0 3 8 Fuel Tal Use this screen for selecting the type of fuel sender that will be used in conjunction with the DigiDash The ETB float arm sensor is supplied as standard and therefore the default setting is to use this fuel sensor Alternatively you can set the DigiDash to work with either VDO lever arm float units VDO Dip Pipe fuel senders or a Capacitive Type Fuel sender All these fuel senders are available for purchase from ETB Instruments Configuration Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Fuel Gauge Setup Fuel Sender Tupe amp ETB Lever Sensor 2 MD Dip Pipe Sensor t VDO Lever Sensor t DAP Sensor t General 240 Ohm Empty 33 Ohm Full DigiD ash Read rite File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control Selected COM Port Main Read Config i TUM1 r Menu Write Contig Load Config 3 3 9 Calibrate Tab Ed Configuration BEES Use this box for entering the Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate L
42. giDash2 is designed to work correctly with this sensor only To ensure accuracy in the display it is essential that this sender is used with the DigiDash Use of other senders is not permitted and will result in inaccurate readings Note For motorcycle engined cars it is essential to remote mount the oil pressure sensor rather than directly onto the engine block This is to prevent premature failure of the sensor caused by the high frequency vibration generated by high revving motorcycle engines A remote mount kit is available separalely from ETB please telephone 44 0 1702 601055 for details Important ETB Instruments will not replace faulty oil pressure sensors under warranty unless it can be proved that the sensor was correctly remote mounted The body of the sensor must be earthed for the sensor to function correctly If the sensor is not connected properly the DigiDash will display NC or may not produce accurate readings Sensor earthing can be achieved either through the component into which the sensor screws or by clamping a spade connector to the sensor body with a jubilee clip If the reading on the DigiDash2 changes when a wire is temporarily connected from the sensor body to earth you should earth the body separately as the sensor mounting itself is not providing a good earth Version 1 01 Page 11 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual A second pressure sensor can be purchased separately and connected to the
43. have purchased a GPS receiver from ETB you will be able to edit this screen The GPS mode enables the user to select from 1Hz or 5Hz GPS receivers 3 143 Brightness This value sets the display brightness for the large segment red LED display the shift lights and warning lights The range is from very faint to 15 very bright The default setting is 8 3 1 4 4 Contrast This value sets the contrast for the main LCD display The range is from very dark to 15 very light The default setting is 6 3 1 4 9 Blank The Lap timer receiver supplied is designed to use any form of trackside infrared beacon These are present at most tracks For accurate results it is important that you pick up a signal from only one beacon at a time To do this the DigiDash2 must be set to reject other beacons This is done by setting the Lap Blank period which is the time in seconds that the DigiDash2 will wait before it starts to look for beacons again For example f you are lapping in around 1min 30secs set the Lap Enable Time to 75 1min 15secs n other words after DigiDash registers a beacon it will wait 1min 15secs before looking for a beacon again The range is from 0 to 255 seconds The default setting is 48 Note If there are no beacons available or working then you can use the Lap Timer in Track Day Mode Disconnect your lap trigger module and select 0 for the Lap Blank period This will then convert e
44. he GPS lap timing system is very simple to use and it will only take a few minutes for you to familiarise yourself with using the system for the first time Hardware Setup Included in the standard package is the external button GPS receiver harness for connecting the GPS receiver and wiring up 4 steering wheel mounted buttons Two of these buttons replicate buttons A amp B on the display the other two allow access to additional functions and are specified as buttons C amp D In order to use the GPS lap timing system you must connect up button D which is the grey wire on the external button harness to a single pole single throw push to make switch preferably mounted within easy reach on the steering wheel itself Once connected this button is used to store the GPS positions of the start line and 3 intermediate splits Note that holding down this button for 2 seconds will arm the timer Setting the Start Line Intermediate Split Time Co ordinates The system requires the user to drive round the circuit pressing button D to store the GPS co ordinates to memory As you cross the start finish line press button D and the following screen will be displayed The co ordinates of this location will be stored in memory and the next time this position is passed the system begins timing your first lap As you drive round the circuit you can divide the lap into 4 sectors You simply press the button D to set the GPS location to t
45. here are 2 small powerful magnets supplied with kit These magnets are mounted on a surface that rotates in relation to vehicle speed and supply electrical pulses as they pass in front of the speed sensor to the DigiDash The POWER TRIGGER harness with the Green 15 pin connector incorporates the speed sensor The sensor can be disconnected from this harness to aid ease of installation You must first locate a suitable position for mounting the speed sensor and magnets on your vehicle The speed sensor and magnets are commonly mounted in one of three locations Prop shaft either at the differential end or gearbox end See Section 4 7 1 Drive shaft Coupling with Sensor mounted on gearbox or differential Front Hub with sensor mounted on steering arm The recommended gap between the sensor and top surface of the magnets is 1mm and therefore you must ensure that whatever location is used any movement in the position of the magnets is replicated in the movement of the sensor to maintain a constant gap You will need to fabricate a strong bracket to hold the sensor in place and bolt this bracket to a suitable mounting point Here are 2 examples Prop Shaft Mounting Front Hub Mounting Strong mounting brackets that hold the speed sensors in Magnets glued in position Li era application of a stro position The brackets have been mounted in positions t ng adhesive such as Araldite will ensure that the mag hat move i
46. in inaccurate readings Note The DigiDash is calibrated to provide accurate readings over the range 40 C to 140 C only If the sensor is not connected properly then the display will show NC Not Calibrated or No Connection Most engines have the water temperature sender located either in the radiator or in the cylinder head To maintain accuracy please use this sensor in the standard location for your engine If the existing water temperature sensor is required by the engine management system an alternative location will need to be found Oil Water Temperature Sender ETB Part 470010 1 8 NPTF Thread Thread adapters are available separately from ETB to suit the many engine variants The body of the sensor must be earthed for the sensor to function correctly If the sensor is not connected properly the DigiDash will display NC or may not produce accurate readings Sensor earthing can be achieved either through the component into which the sensor screws or by clamping a spade connector to the sensor body with a jubilee clip If the reading on the DigiDash2 changes when a wire is temporarily connected from the sensor body to earth you should earth the body separately as the sensor mounting itself is not providing a good earth 2 3 3 amp Auxiliary Pressure Sensors A pressure sensor is included with the DigiDash2 as standard and measures pressure to a maximum of 145 PSI 10 BAR usually for oil used for engine oil pressure The Di
47. isplay Section 3 2 RED LED Display Press Button A to b N 2224 change Green LCD T Display Press Button B to change RED LED Display 41 Button Functions General Operation The DigiDash2 has two functions per button A normal button press has one function and prolonged button press for more than 2 seconds has another This allows you to switch menus reset variables select different modes such as configuration all with just two buttons on the display Even more functionality is accessible when using the remote button kit contact ETB for details which is attached to the connector on the back of the display unit This allows you to remote mount buttons on a steering wheel for instance The remote button kit has 4 buttons Two duplicate Button A and Button B and two others C and D allow you to access extra functions Button A Press Press Once Moves to the next LCD display screen is Down To Start Stop the Logger If enabled in DigiTools Configure Move to the next LED display When viewing the LST BST screen on LCD display if speed Press Once 0 i e you are in the pits pressing Button B once will button B enable you to cycle through your recorded lap times on the LCD display Hold Down Resets current LCD displays For example Max Hold Screens Holding Down Buttons A and B together enters Configuration Mode Only possible if Speed O Moves to the previous LCD
48. n unison with the magnets nets do not become dislodged during use Important The speed sensor is polarity dependent This means that the magnets must be mounted dimple side DOWN facing away from the sensor Important The recommended gap between the speed sensor head and top surface of the magnets is 1mm Version 1 01 Page 50 DigiDash Manual MOIA apis yIIM 09ejd MOIA ul pue 5 ay o umop s ubeul uo o4ns oxeui uo 1299 c joubew yeusdoid WW og pinoys def uy ueusdold ay o pue umop 99e ubeul uo ejduiip ay PIM youBbew A 72 6 09ejd ul pue j3jeusdoud ay o umop 22e s jouDeui uo 5 oxeui joubew Josues p ds 1 o qeo ulu og pinoys def ung Page 51 092 Josues pue JoUBeW ay ueewjeq def Jie wwp e si 3134 jeu OS Josues v jsn pe uau sepis pue Wo0g y punole Ajdde A uO jeuBeuu y do eu uo jueBe Burxi Aue 196 o jou A1 doid y o jeuBeW y o eypjeJy se uons juobBe e esn u y jede saalbop 0g H dojd y uo 1 01 ETB Instruments LTD 2007 yoes ejsoddo ase Aou jeu os sjeuDeui y eoe g yeusdoud v
49. ogger Camera Dials pulses for the Tachometer Calibration be entered using this box RPM input Engine Ignition Total Vehicle Weight This is used by the PRO in The vveight of you vehicle can Mises per Engine Cycle 2 Vehicle Weight 520 kg estimating the brake horse Effectively the number 1 8 Including Fuel Driver and Passenger power BHP of your vehicle represents the number of Speed Calibration cylinders that the engine has Speedo Cal Factor 1000 Goto Bear CalFactor 1000 Calculator The values entered in the Speed However Calibration box are essential not Speed Sensor Pulses Per Revolution only for the speed reading to be ei ee accurate but also for the engage d gear display to indicate correctly or ECU outputs may vary the number of pulses per engine cycle and therefore this number can be changed to accommodate DigiDash Reads tite File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control Clicking on the Goto Calculator White Config Load Config Selected g A Main button vvill automatically open Read Config COMI Menu the DigiTools Calculator program to obtain the correct numerical factors depending on where the speed sensor is located and your vehicle s tyre size Version 1 01 Page 42 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 5 3 91 Digidash Calculator The DigiDash2 Calculator is used for calculating the required Speedo and Gear Calibration Ratios that are essential for the DigiDa
50. oil pressure in 1 psi steps Default 20psi To turn off the alarm not recommended set the value to 0 When activated the alarm is indicated by the letters PR on the 3 digit red LED display NOTE The ETB oil pressure sensor supplied with the DigiDash has a mechanical low pressure switch built in should a separale dashboard warning light be required This is calibrated to operate when oil pressure falls below 7 5 psi If this switch is activated the LED display will show 0 1 1 on the 3 digit red LED display 39 1412 RPM Oil Alarm This allows the user to set a minimum RPM value below which the oil pressure alarm as set in the previous menu option will NOT operate This is especially useful should you wish to set the oil pressure to a value lower than normally experienced when a hot engine is idling and not have the alarm displayed unless the engine RPM is above a certain limit To turn off the RPM Oil feature set the value to O 3 1 4 13 Aux Pressure Alarm This allows the user to program a warning low pressure alarm point for the Auxiliary pressure in 1 psi steps Default 20psi To turn off the alarm set the value to 0 When activated the alarm is indicated by the letters FPA Fuel Pressure Alarm on the 3 digit red LED display 3 1 4 14 Fuel level Alarm This allows an automatic warning of low fuel level measured as a percentage 96 of a full tank To disable the alarm set to When activated the alarm is indicated
51. on in aae Eu CPP I Soon cH RENS Sc 15 Orla SUIS EUR NT ie ain A ir ste 19 MO a os 15 3 1 9 B ttonduncton Setn 16 3 1 4 Setup Mode Menu Deb a ER idt ai etes 17 3 2 Configuration Using DigiTools Software eee 22 4 Usingthe DigiDash Display n n nin an 23 4 1 Button Functions General Operation 23 4 2 RED 3 Digit LED Display uu ieu vin da aaa Cede va gt vna deti ci va exa Ge de va ai x si 24 AME RERO 24 2 MEI E 24 2 2 9 EOIN lma o 0 o 24 4 2 4 Warning LUE LEE 00000 25 427 Logger VIC 25 4 3 GREEN LCD Character Display eeeeeeeeeeernennn nnn 25 4 3 1 LCD Display Screens in 26 4 4 Lan Tmind u a Se 21 4 4 1 Manual Lap Timing Track Day Mode si 21 4 4 2 Infra Red Lap Trigger Race Day Mode 21 44 9 ORSILA lil aaa Dolab Do 20 4 5 Acceleration Do ril aa Cue eol x v i are RR Cu rca ao 30 Version 1 01 Page 2 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 4 5 1 Acceleration d 30 di BPO NUN Si smetana a a 30 4 6 Troubleshooting i n cciia n vana s b aaa baa ad 31 9 DigiTools PC rantes eges 32 5 1 Connecting the Serial Cable to a PC 32 5 2 Installing the DigiTools Software 32
52. ongitude Receiver Not Connected Receiver connected is not Compatible Heading e g 09 North MPH GPS Speed Alt m Altitude in metres 1 A GPS Status as above 44 Lap Timing NOTE In order to use the DigiDash Manual Lap Timing it is necessary to have extra buttons connected to the Display as Button D functions as your start stop button A remote 4 button kit for attaching to the connector on the back of the Display is available for purchase separately from ETB References to Buttons C or D assume that you have installed this remote button kit The Lap Timer system can be operated in three different modes 441 Manual Lap Timing Track Day Mode Track Day Mode involves triggering the timer manually each time the start finish line is passed by pressing Button D To set the DigiDash to Track Day Mode the LAP BLANK period must be set to ZERO 0 The LAP BLANK period can be set to zero either directly using the Setup Menu on the display or via the DigiTools Configure Software 44 2 Infra Red Lap Trigger Race Day Mode By connecting the Lap Timer Receiver supplied to the POWER TRIGGER harness infra red trackside beacons can be used to automatically trigger the Lap Timer The Lap Trigger module must be mounted at the side of the vehicle such that it will be aligned to the trackside beacon when the car passes by Note that some tracks have their beacons on the left hand side of the track whilst others have it on the
53. or installation labour loss of vehicle use loss of time inconvenience or any other consequential expenses In the event of merchandise being returned to ETB Instruments Limited The responsibility for payment of delivery rests with the customer The warranties herein are in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness and any other obligation on the part of ETB Instruments Limited or selling dealer Your statutory rights as a consumer are not affected Version 1 01 Page 95
54. orrectly the correct gear ratios of the gearbox must be entered either using the Display Setup mode or DigiTools software The DigiDash then calculates from the vehicle s Speed and RPM the gear selected 6 66a 0 Version 1 01 Page 24 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 424 Warning Alarms One of the following warning alarms will be indicated on the RED LED display in the event of monitored values falling outside the parameters specified in Setup Coolant Temp Alarm When this is shown the Coolant Temperature has exceeded the specified limit Oil Temperature Alarm When this is shown the Oil Temperature has exceeded the specified limit Oil Pressure RPM Alarm This alarm shows the oil pressure has dropped below the specified oil pressure limit at an engine RPM higher than the set level e g Below 20psi when RPM is greater than 2000 Fuel Level Alarm You can set a percentage level of fuel remaining in the tank below which this alarm will be operated Fuel AUX Pressure Alarm This alarm shows that Auxiliary Pressure has dropped below the set limit Oil Pressure Alarm Mechanical Switch The oil pressure sensor incorporates a low pressure switch terminal WK that when activated will show this display The switch will operate below 7 5psi 0 5 BAR Note The Alarm LE indicates Oil Level warning This warning can be configured using DigiTools if there is an an oil level switch present on
55. osg eg 1 M exe1gpueg pe3 401g 1 18819 s10JLIIPUI 14614 paay Wb AZI 0j l f 8 aldina 1 M 1234 paaj UIEN AZ 0j l f 9 4319 1 M weag urew er BIST WTSREN RET UTR m z nn 4 T biT Seg AZI 0 uj c pay 1ufir axe1g BujbBoy si sini uoneuuo ul 10 qenuey o SIYIMS 10007 DUI SIX3 0 SUON IIGUUON Page 46 Version 1 01 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Connecting to an Existing Wiring Loom Switches The SENSOR cable blue plug has a number of input wires that should be connected to your existing wiring loom The DigiDash2 requires that on some of these inputs in order to operate a warning light for example the input receives 12 volts This is explained in more detail below SENSOR Cable Inputs that require switched 12v There are 4 input wires on the SENSOR cable that require 12v applied to the input in order to operate e Brake Pedal Monitor RED wire This input for used for recording use of your vehicle s brakes When using the Logger the length and time you depress your brake pedal will be recorded for later analysis using DigiTools This input requires that upon operation of the brake pedal 12 volts is supplied to the DigiDash If the brake lights are switched to 12v in order to illuminate a possible connection point would be to the positive switched supply to the Stop Brake lights e Main Beam
56. ound the float is not as easy as it sounds and therefore we recommend that the bend around the float is maintained removing a centre section of the arm instead Important Ensure that the fuel sender float does not reach the top or bottom the tank before the float arm has reached its full span of travel For example if the fuel sender float hits the top of the tank before reaching its end stop the fuel gauge will never read full Important It is advisable to allow a gap between the bottom of the tank and the lowest point of travel of the Fuel sender float unit in order to provide a reserve quantity of fuel after the gauge reads empty Version 1 01 Page 53 DigiDash Manual ETB Instruments LTD 2007 Appendix 5 Lap Trigger Alignment HEM Jd m p uooe q euius UNS v a um suie qoud Buioueuiedxe 196611 de NOA JI uMOp JI O ALL n sr y uo SJUIOd je yun y UNS eu dois enj eA 1eseJd euin ejqeue del aul pejenis s uooeaq INOA lli USIUIJ pue 1 5 v ssoJoe poaurp BUIUIYS pue Ays v ui MO SI UNS y U UM sanooo ApjeoJ Ajuo uiejqoud eu Anubis umop pa e qiissod JI pue Jejuozuou Bunuiod 1966111 dej INOA dee o Ai y je Apooeuip pejurod ji 196611 sje o jun v esneo Aew pue asinos poJ eJJur 1s96BIg v si UNS SUL Sula qoJd 1 eui USIUI pue yes y ye
57. p an angle the shift lights and warning lights will not be easily visible The DigiDash has been designed to mount either on a flat dash panel behind the steering wheel or by using a fixing bracket the steering wheel itself Templates for the fixing screw holes on the Display unit are shown in Appendix 3 Version 1 01 Page 9 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 2 3 Sensor Installation 2 3 1 Speed sensor POWER TRIGGER Cable The DigiDash is supplied with a solid state speed sensor and this must be used to provide the speed signal for the DigiDash The sensor consists of a hall effect magnetic pickup housed in an M12x1 5mm Nylon threaded rod Two magnets are provided for attachment to either a propshaft wheel hub or drive shaft coupling The magnets should be fixed in position using Epoxy Resin Adhesive sometimes known under the trade name of Araldite If you have the choice it is recommended to install the speed sensor on the propshaft as accuracy will be improved The magnets have small dots on one face These denote the magnet s North pole The magnet MUST be mounted with the dot facing down For further help in setting up the speed sensor and magnets please refer to Appendix 2 Section 6 You will need to fabricate a suitable metal bracket to hold the sensor in a position such that the magnets pass in front of the sensor as they rotate in relation to the vehicle s speed Using the threaded body and nut
58. ress buttons A amp B together for 2 seconds and you will be asked if you wish to exit SETUP mode Press button A ii to exit Version 1 01 Page 15 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 31 3 Button Function Setup Mode The DigiDash buttons have different functions depending on whether you are in Setup Configuration Mode or using the buttons during general operation See Section 3 1 Even more functionality is accessible when using the remote button kit contact ETB for details which is attached to the connector on the back of the display unit This allows you to remote mount buttons on a steering wheel for instance The remote button kit has 4 buttons Two duplicate Buttons A and B and two others and D Press Once Moves to the zt LCD display screen Button A Hold Down No Function Button B Press Once Press to t and increase Fir ici numeric parameter Hold Down When numeric mahir number increases at a faster rate If a remote button kit is connected the following functions are available using Buttons C and D Moves to the rii cuz LCD display screen Button C Hold Down No Function Decreases numeric value Button D Hold Down Down When changing numeric parameter number decreases at a faster rate Version 1 01 Page 16 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 31 4 Setup Mode Menu Detail After selecting SETUP MODE you will see the first of the menu options on
59. rigger each split timer The DD2 will indicate your performance in relation to previously recorded split times as you lap the circuit First the first lap 4 9 99s will be shown as there are no previously recorded split times but your second lap will indicate whether you as faster or slower than your previous or best lap Immediate recall of recorded laps on display When the session has finished you can select the LST BST screen on the LCD to see your best BST lap time and by pressing button B on the display cycle through your recorded laps These lap times will be stored indefinitely until you hold down button B for 2 seconds and reset the timers To begin a new session at a different location simply repeat the above process to commit the new GPS locations to memory You can also reset the locations using the DigiTools software Version 1 01 Page 29 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 4 5 Acceleration Timer This allows the measurement of different acceleration and deceleration braking runs By default the unit is configured to perform a 0 60mph run Using the timer is simple 4 5 1 Acceleration runs Ensure the vehicle is starting below the start speed you have entered For standing starts ensure the vehicle is stationary Use Button A button to choose the Acceleration Timer Display If you are overwriting a run hold down Button B This will zero the stored value on the display The timer will start as
60. right If you intend to attend many different circuits it is convenient to ensure that the mount is easily changed from side to side Version 1 01 Page 27 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual To ensure the unit only responds to one beacon on a track it is important to set the LAP BLANK period correctly in the DigiDash Setup As you approach your beacon to start the first flying lap then press button D or Hold Down Button B This will reset the lap times and arm the lap timer ready for the beacon The symbols gt gt gt will appear in the lap timer window indicating the first flying lap For example f you are lapping in around 1min 30secs set the Lap B lank Time to 75 1min 15secs This will ensure any spurious infra red beacons detected in the first 75 seconds of a new lap are ignored If you wish to purchase your own Infra red Beacon please contact ETB for details 4 4 21 Testing the Lap Trigger Module The red STATUS LED on the Datalogger can be used to verify that the Lap Trigger module is receiving a signal In order to do this you must first set the operation of the STATUS LED on the Datalogger to Sensor Mode using the DigiTools Configure software General Settings TAB Any standard TV remote control handset can be used to test that the Lap Trigger is receiving a good signal Simply point the remote control at the installed lap timer module and the red STATUS LED should illuminate 4 4 3 GPS Lap Timing Please ref
61. rms Setup Engine Alarms Water Temp Alarm to 140 105 deg C Dil Temp Alarm to 140 110 deg Oil Pressure Alarm 0 to 140 30 psi Alarm Enabled Over 2000 APM Enter zero to disable alarm option Oil Alarm Display Oil Alarm Switch fe OIL C LEV C HOt M 11 84 Battery Alarm Battery Low Woltage Alarm DigiD ash Read Write Write Config Read Config Save Contig 1 x Engine Alarms Battery Alarm Fuel Level Auxiliary Fuel Pressure Alarm 9 3 3 1 DigiDash Manual EM EN EI Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials Fuel Alarms Fuel Level Alarm ta 33 Enter zero to disable alarm b X Aux Fuel Pressure Alarm Aux Pressure Alarm D to 140 30 psi Enter zero to disable alarm D MPH Enter zero to disable Speed Alarm Warning on E Under pit lane i Over open road Alarm Hold Over Time Alarm Hold Over Time 2 0 Serial Port Menu Control Selected COM Port Main Menu Enter set values at which the alarms will activate Temperature alarms activate above these values whereas fuel level and pressure alarms activate below when monitored values drop below these limits The Battery Alarm can be adjusted in increments of 0 2 volts and can be set to activate when the supplied voltage drops below a certain preset value The Oil pressure alarm can also be set to only activate should the RPM reading ex
62. s supplied the sensor should be adjusted until the gap between the sensor and magnets is approximately 1mm The sensor must be mounted so that this gap remains constant This means that the sensor must be mounted such that it moves in unison with the surface upon which the magnets are mounted Examples of this would be Magnets location Sensor Bracket Location Differential Propshaft Flange Differential Casing Propshaft Gearbox output Gearbox Gearbox 00 69 Front wheel hub 1 1 Please see Quick Start Guide or Appendix 2 Section 6 for further visual reference The red STATUS LED on the Datalogger can be used to verify that the Speed Sensor is receiving a signal as each magnet passes in front of it In order to do this you must first set the operation of the STATUS LED on the Datalogger to Sensor Mode using the DigiTools Configure software General Settings TAB Simply turn the propshaft or component on which the magnets are mounted by hand and you should see the red STATUS LED illuminate In addition the Display TEST MODE can be used to test speed rpm and infra red lap trigger inputs Version 1 01 Page 10 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 2 3 2 Oil amp Water Temperature Sensors Oil and water temperature senders are supplied as standard To ensure accuracy in the display it is essential that these senders are used with the DigiDash Use of other senders is not permitted and will result
63. sed to calibrate the RPM reading you should ensure that the pulses cycle setting is correctly set 39 14 19 Pulses per Cycle The DigiDash will run with various different ignition systems This menu option allows the user to tailor the system to their engine The pulses eycle setting effectively represents the number of cylinders the engine has However the number of pulses generated can vary greatly depending upon the number of ignition coils on a particular engine or the output from an engine management system The unit can be set from 1 to 8 pulses per cycle Note Often the easiest way to set this parameter is to run the engine at an idle and read the RPM display Most engines idle around 1000RPM when cold If the reading says 500RPM then change the pulses per cycle to half of its current setting Version 1 01 Page 20 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 1420 Speedo Calibration amp Gear Calibration These are key numbers for the system and define the calibration of the speedometer odometer and gear display Note that for legal reasons the MPH displayed on the DigiDash reads 396 high at all speeds If you have problems with the calculations we will be on hand to help Before the 577 DigiDash can be used the user must calculate and input the Pulses per mile and prop ratio figures To do this a computer program is supplied on the floppy disk supplied If you do not have access to a computer or need advice on the
64. sh 2 to show speed and gear correctly You will need information concerning your vehicle including Speed Sensor Location Tyre Size Differential Ratio Final drive First select the Drive and Sensor position and the Type of Tyres road tyres are specified by nominal width tyre profile and wheel diameter e g 185 60 13 marked on the sidewall Slick tyres are specified by nominal diameter In each of these cases the calculator window will allow you to enter the relevant measurements and will calculate the rolling circumference the distance covered by the c ar in one revolution of the tyre from them Though there may be some difference between the calculated value and the actual rolling circumference for instance as the tread wears the difference is typically very small and does not affect the configuration in use However if you experience problems with the accuracy of the calculated figures or the required measurements are not available sel ect unknown tyres and enter the rolling circumference directly Select the final drive type sprocket and chain or differential and enter the required data in the Final Drive Ratio pane Note that if yo u change drive ratios between circuits this must be reflected in the configuration to ensure correct speed and gear display and loggi ng Once you entered the details of your vehicle click the Calculate button and the yellow boxes will show the resulting values Click Goto Configure to
65. splayed on the dash can be derived from either the manually set on board Real Time Clock or from the GPS GPS date and time is fixed to UTC timezone 9 9 2 Speed Display The speed indicated on the display can be switched between that measured by the hall effect speed sensor and magnets supplied or GPS derived speed requires GPS option When using the hall effect sensor the indicated speed is 3 for road use GPS derived derived speed has no such uplift and care should be taken if using GPS speed on the road as this the actual speed of the vehicle 9 39 28 Module Data The PRO includes 4 0 5v analog channels which can be displayed as Turbo Boost Brake Bias Front and rear and Air Fuel Ratio Alternatively a separate expansion module is available offering 8 analog channels plus 2 extra wheel speed channels By checking this box the 4 PRO channels take precedence over the expansion module when displaying Boost Brake Bias ans AFR 3 3 2 9 Logger Box LED The red status LED on the Datalogger can be set to either Sensor Status used to check that the lap trigger speed sensor and RPM inputs are receiving a signal Logger Status when the LED is lit the logger is switched on and recording data GPS NOT Locked for PRO 4 units with GPS enabled the light will indicate that the GPS receiver has not locked onto to satellites Version 1 01 Page 36 ETB Instruments LTD 2007 3 3 Alarms Tab Configuration Ala
66. supplied times per second A sampling of for switching to Ground 10Hz is usually sufficient for most applications Note that by increasing the sample rate to 20Hz you will reduce the amount of time that the Logger can record data as a rate of 20Hz increases the amount of memory used for each second of data recorded Version 1 01 Page 44 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 4 DigiDash Analysis For more information on using the Digitools software please see the separate DigiTools user manual The standard internal memory capacity of the DigiDash PRO is 69 2Mb Each time the Logger is started the DigiDash records data for each parameter as listed below until it is manually switched off or when ignition is switched off if configured using DigiTools to do so The DigiDash automatically treats this as a single session or data set You can record up to 16 sessions or data sets providing that the memory capacity is not exceeded recording previous sessions For information on how to start stop the logger please refer to Section 4 1 which explain how to configure the Logger and the associated button functions The standard vehicle parameters channels that are logged are e Engine Revs RPM e Auxiliary Pressure Can be used for Fuel e Speed MPH or KMH or Boost Pressure e Engaged Gear e Battery Voltage e Brake e Lap Number e Qil Pressure Lap Times s e Oil Temperature
67. the main LCD display that the can be adjusted E i dbrbnie zz You can either continue to the Mi menu by pressing The are 38 Setup menu options as shown below Each option is described in more detail below Note that setup screens for Gears 2 6 are not shown below v v v O Vv Vv Y Y Y VW V V Yy Y Vv Y Y Y VW V V Y If you choose to a menu option two alternative choices can be made 1 Acceptthe value displayed and return to the Options Menu This is done by pressing Button A indicated as Lik 2 Change the value of your chosen parameter This is done by pressing button B To increase the value in larger increments just hold down button B Button A accepts the value and returns to Button B increases the value Hold down the the menu selections button to increase the value in larger step sizes Version 1 01 Page 17 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 141 TestMo e This mode can be used to check that the DigiDash is receiving a signal for the following inputs Speed SP RPM RP Infra Red Lap Timer Receiver LT and manual switch SW For example To check that the speed sensor is sensing magnets rotate the shaft wheel by hand so that magnets pass in front of the speed sensor as the magnet is detected should appear under the SP heading as shown above 3 142 A GPS Mode If your DD2 is GPS enabled and you
68. tiate them by selecting one of th Plot Data Shows the graph of selected data traces for the whole session or selected laps after selecting the Lap Times tab and choosing the lap data you wish to overlay Lap Times This tab shows your total and split times of each recorded lap You can overlay 2 sets of lap data by selecting the lap number and data set in the Select Laps to Overlay boxes To create a file compatible with Bosch LapSim analysis software click on the Export button after selecting the desired lap Data Notes A amp B These are your notes relating to your vehicle s Setup at the time the data was recorded These notes are edited using the Edit Data x Notes button from the Log Analysis window Track Map Plots a map of the circuit based on G force and measured speed data or using the optional GPS module data Pro only G Circle Plots longitudinal and lateral G Force against each other This enables you to see how well you are using the car s traction circle how efficiently you are using the tyres round the lap Video Overlay enables you to synchronise in car video with the corresponding session data to produce a video file output with DigiDash data overlayed on it in real time Engine Analysis shows engine power and torque graphs estimated from the acceleration speed and configured weight of the car Version 1 01 Page 47 DigiDash Manual ETB Instruments LTD 2007
69. truments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual Appendix 6 Specification Power Supply TV 14V DC Negative Earth only Maximum current consumption 400mA Fuse value 1 5A Ingress Protection Level Display IP54 Operational temperature range 0 C to 40 C Storage temperature range 10 C to 60 C Avoid contact with Oil Petrol and other solvents Physical Display Dimensions 160 4mm x 90mm x 28mm Exc Connectors Weight 400g Cleaning Care Use a damp cloth to clean the unit Do not use abrasive cleaners or chemicals The unit is splash proof to water however it is not designed for submersion Warranty ETB Limited Warranty ETB Instruments Limited warrants all merchandise against defects in factory workmanship and materials for a period of 12 months from date of purchase This warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and covers only those products exposed to normal use or service Provisions of the warranty shall not apply to an ETB product used for a purpose for which it is not designed or which has been altered in any way that would be detrimental to the performance or life of the product or misapplication misuse negligence or accident On any part or product found to be defective after examination by ETB Instruments Limited ETB Instruments Limited will only repair or replace the merchandise through the original selling dealer or on a direct basis ETB Instruments Limited assumes no responsibility for diagnosis removal and
70. ture Fuel or Boost Pressure and Fuel Level e Oil Temperature in C F Turbo Boost e Fuel Level e Brake Pressure Bias Front amp Rear e Battery Voltage e Air Fuel Ratio Lambda e Power BHP e Last 6 Best Lap Times Using 0 5v Channel inputs The DigiDash also integrates 6 Warning Lights of which the Auxiliary AUX warning light can be configured using the software to display one of 3 different functions Main Beam Fog Lights Direction Indicator Ignition Low Battery Brake Fail Handbrake on Warning Auxiliary Over Speed Warning Logger On Off Neutral Gear for bike engined vehicles Version 1 01 Page 6 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 12 2 Display Front View 1 Sequential gear shift up lights can be used in two different modes 2 Dashboard warning lamps 3 Large 3 digit 7 segment Red LED display for Speed Gear RPM or Warning Alarms Decimal point on the 1 Digit can be programmed to indicate that the DataLogger is recording 4 Simple 2 button controls marked A amp B 5 Large backlit Green LCD display for sensor readouts menus and warnings Version 1 01 Page 7 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 1 2 3 RearView M3x5 Mounting Holes x8 1 DIGICAN Connector This should be connected to the DIGICAN port on the Datalogger 2 External Button Connector amp GPS Connection This can be used for connecting 4 external buttons 2
71. u Mode oelect between either the infra red lap timing system or if enabled by using the GPS receiver GPS Lap Coords GPS Lap Timing only Please refer to section 4 4 3 for more information on how to use the GPS lap timing system By pressing button D as you drive round the circuit the Latitude and Longitude of the GPS start finish line and 3 split time locations is stored here By saving this configuration file and these particular GPS co ordinates when you return to the same track for a second time you can upload the Version 1 01 Page 40 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual configuration file with these co ordinates and the GPS lap timing will use the same GPS co ordinates as your previous visit to the track 9 3 6 0 Sprint Hill Mode Infra Red Lap Timing By checking this box you can instruct the DigiDash timer to start automatically on leaving the start line immediately on detection of first speed sensor magnet You must reset and arm the timer by pressing and holding button D for 2 seconds 0 3 6 4 Beacon Button Options Infra Red Lap Timing This is the period in seconds that the Digidash will ignore any other infra red signals received by the lap timer receiver as you go round the circuit in case of other infra red beacons positioned around the track To ensure the unit only responds to one beacon on a track it is important to set the LAP BLANK period correctly in the DigiDash Setup As you approach
72. uk Pur Main Read Config Save Config COMI 7 Menu 3 3 2 1 Odometer The Odometer reading indicates the total recorded mileage Any changes to the vehicle s mileage can only be done at the factory 3 3 2 2 Accel Brake Timer Here you can enter the start and stop speeds for timer acceleration runs or for brake tests Enter a low start speed to higher stop speed for acceleration timing or a high start speed to lower stop speed for braking tests 5 3 2 6 GForce Sensor This box allows you to swap the lateral and longitudinal axes of the G Sensor on board the Logger should the positioning and orientation of the Logger require it You can also swap the signs fro each axis 3 3 2 4 Max Hold Timer Reset Checking the box will automatically reset to zero all the maximum recorded values when the Digidash is switched on Two additional radio buttons enable you to modify the reset function of button B on the display Pressing and holding button B for 2 seconds will either reset all Max Holds and Timers or only reset the screen shown on the LCD display depending on which option is selected 9 3 2 0 Display Units Allows the user to select the units of measurement displayed on the DigiDash either metric or imperial units can be chosen for speed pressure and temperature readings Version 1 01 Page 35 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 9 9 26 Time Date Display The date and time written to the log filename and di
73. xternal Button D to be a manual trigger rather than the lap reset button See Section 3 4 1 for further information 3 1 4 6 LED Startup Menu This sub menu allows you to select which parameter indicated on the 3 digit red LED window is shown by default when the DigiDash2 is Switched on The choice of displays is SPEED RPM or GEAR 3 1 4 7 Reset Clear This sub menu enables you to either directly CLEAR the Logger memory or RESET all MAX recorded values without having to either use the DigiTools software or visiti each MAX hold screen to reset CANCEL exits the menu Version 1 01 Page 18 O ETB Instruments LTD 2007 DigiDash Manual 3 1 4 8 MPH or KMH Configures the DigiDash2 for either Miles per hour or Kilometres per hour 3 1 4 9 Water Temperature Alarm This allows the user to program a warning alarm point for the Water Temperature in C steps Default 105 C To turn off the alarm not recommended set the value to 0 When activated the alarm is indicated by the letters 78 Coolant Temperature Alarm on the 3 digit red LED display 3 1410 Oil Temperature Alarm This allows the user to program a warning alarm point for the Oil Temperature in C steps Default 110 C To turn off the alarm not recommended set the value to 0 When activated the alarm is indicated by the letters OTA on the 3 digit red LED display 3 14 11 Oil Pressure Alarm This allows the user to program a warning alarm point for the
74. your beacon to start the first flying lap then press button D or Hold Down Button B This will reset the lap times and arm the lap timer ready for the beacon The symbols gt gt gt will appear in the lap timer window indicating the first flying lap For example If you are lapping in around 1min 30secs set the Lap B lank Time to 75 1min 15secs This will ensure any spurious infra red beacons detected in the first 75 seconds of a new lap are ignored You can also select between computed distance or entered distance for split times when using infra red lap timing Computed distance will automatically divide the lap up into the chosen number of splits up to 32 or if the track length is known into 3 preset distances from the start finish line 9 9 Gear Tab The Gear indicator setup page Clb Configuration BE is used for entering the Version General Alarms Display Shift Light Lap Hill Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Camera Dials forward ratios of your gearbox Gear Indicator 5etup Gearbox Ratios Input the number of forward Number of Forward Gears B ears in the vehicle s gearbox g g Primary Fatio 1 000 Set to 1 000 for car engine gearbox Enter the primary ratio This ratio is generally for Gear 1 4 000 Gear 2 3 000 motorcycle gearboxes that do Gear 3 2000 Gear4 1 500 not have a 1 1 primary ratio CO _ ten For a standard roadcar this should remain as 1 000 Valid Ratios 0 500 to 5 000 Input the

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