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2. Seles DigiDash LITE Manual Checking this box will automatically reset to zero all the maximum recorded values and trip engine timers when the DigiDash is switched on The units of measurement displayed on the DigiDash can be changed to either Metric or Imperial units The RED STATUS LED on the Datalogger can be set to either Sensor Status which can be used to check that the LAP trigger speed and RPM inputs are receiving a signal OR Logger Status which when the LED is lit indicates that the logger is switched on and recording data The DigiDash incorporates a Speed Alarm Using this menu box you can specify the speed at which the AUX warning light on the display will 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 such as on a public road for example Page 29 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 0 3 4 Display Tab These boxes can be used to turn on or off display screens on the Green LCD display By default all boxes are checked and therefore all displays are shown For example if you r
3. Before cutting any holes or wires please read through this manual The DigiDash consists of a single Display module that combines all the usual dashboard instruments into one compact and lightweight unit The Display is best mounted to a flat surface on the dashboard directly behind the steering wheel The LITE can be configured to match your vehicle either using the buttons marked A amp B and Setup mode or via a Laptop PC using the software provided 11 DD2 LITE Key Features The DigiDash LITE has multi purpose displays to show a variety of vehicle parameters The displays include e Speed MPH or KMH e Programmable Speed Warning e Engine Revs RPM e 5 Programmable Warning Alarms e Sequential gear shift up lights e Engaged Gear Optional Upgrade Functions e Water Temperature in C or F e Hace Track Day Lap Times e Oil Pressure in PSI or BAR Acceleration Deceleration Timer e Oil Temperature in C or F Trip DistanceTimer e Fuel Level e Engine Hours e Battery Voltage e dometer Lap Timer Option e Trip Distance Timer Package Option Max Holds on all Key Parameters The DigiDash also integrates 6 Warning Lights of which the Auxiliary AUX warning light can be configured using the software to display one of 2 different functions Main Beam Fog Lights Direction Indicator Ignition Low Battery Brake Fail Handbrake on Warning Auxiliary Over Speed Warning Neutr
4. MBits dana Connected Modules and Status No Modules Connected DigiDash Read wWnte File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control COM 1 Write Conf E 9 COM 2 Main COW 3 Read Config Save Config 3 Menu Returns you to Main ETS 5311 Menu Screen 9 3 11 Serial Port For the LITE to communicate with a Laptop PC once you have connected to the Serial port first ensure that the LITE is switched ON You must then select the COM Port number that your PC has assigned to the Serial port you are using to connect to the LITE This is usually set as COM Port 1 Other COM Ports can be specified if necessary particularly when using a Serial to USB port converter using Windows Device Manager In Windows XP Select Control Panel Administrative Tools Computer Management and select Device Manager from the list 3 3 1 2 Logger Version DD2 Pro When the Datalogger is connected to the PC the DigiDash2 Version and Revision number will be displayed in these boxes Version 1 01 Page 2 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 3 1 3 Connected Modules and Status DD2 Pro Information on any modules connected to the Datalogger via the DIGIGAN connection such as the Display will be indicated here including their version number and serial number 9 3 14 Logger Memory DD2 Pro The maximum available memory installed in the Datalogger will be displayed here when the unit is connected to a PC The s
5. This mode allows the user to define all essential parameters when setting up the LITE to match the vehicle e specifications It also allows the user to turn on or off certain functions or to set the required 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 some extra features To do this please refer to the section headed DigiTools PC Software on page 20 under Section 4 To enter SETUP MODE e Ensure DigiDash2 is turned ON e Hold down the LEFT A and RIGHT B dash buttons for 2 seconds DIG DASH To enter the set up Menu Hold Down Buttons A amp B together for 2 seconds You should see the LCD show text similar to the above 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 iii to return the Main editing menu For a full explanation of the button functions in Setup mode please refer to Section 2 1 3 on the following page 3 1 2 Exit Setup Mode To iii i SETUP mode press buttons A amp B together for 2 seconds and you will be asked if you wish to exit SETUP mode Press button A FE to exit Version 1 01 Page 11 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 31 3 Button Functi
6. 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 11 1 5 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 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 Limi
7. 7U Save Data SetA _ Save Data Set menu screen will appear You will see a Save Data A Excel DigiT ools Analysis Menu Control View Data Main Menu To download a particular session select the corresponding data set number 1 16 You can also save data sets in Microsoft Excel N and select if you want it to be downloaded csv format as a type A or B data set Then click the Download button A bar will appear showing the progress of the download process When downloading logged sessions from the DigiDash2 you can either save it to A or B Data Sets which allows you to overlay to different sets of recorded data You can edit and store general information about your vehicle s set up for each data set For example you can note your tyre pressures during a particular logging session and upon saving these notes they will be added the data set file Once downloaded you can click on the View Data button to start analysing the recorded data Version 1 01 Page 34 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 9 2 Download Menu Screen TB Download Data Menu Latest Session nloamal n n Latest Log Season aza rr Loy Serman 1 of mingles Eine Log oss 7 HA ming ua Ener Loy Sessan 2 ming HA Enger Leg oss 4 HA hmin HA Enger Log Sersan s ming HA Ener Log Senon E HA m ng MA Enger Log Sessan 7 ming HA Ener ddiemies baam mua muu mua muu mu
8. ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual etbinstruments com DD2 LITE Uz nom Lim AR AN en vL Uz nom m www etbinstruments com Version 1 01 Page 1 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual L DD2 LITE Introtuctigoll 4 1 1 DD2 LITE Key Features 1 U U uu u 4 1 1 1 Display Front VIeW EE 5 CTT 6 1 2 Packaging Checklist EE 6 2 EDIT CITE LUUT 1 2 1 Mounting the LITE UI TU EE 7 2 2 Sensor Installation WEE 7 25 O SOS Omat DB 7 2 2 2 Oil amp Water Temperature Sensors 8 OI PTS et in l l 8 2 24 Fil l bevel S6RS0l uuu 9 2 2 5 Timer Receiver Lap Timer Option 9 2 3 Wiring the DDZ LITE sissa same a a N SLE Eet 10 2 4 Ignition Systems Tachometer Wiring sr 10 3 Configuring the DD2 LITE ananas 11 3 1 Configuration via Display u uu u 11 Sel sung SETUP M DEL eet 11 2177 Elle leier EE 11 2 10 Buton Function Setup M00822 b Qiu da 12 3 1 4 Setup Mode Menu Detail 13 1 2 Configuration Using DigiTools Software 18 2 Sim Me DIS CH ss 19 4 1 Button Functions General Operation
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10. a connection to either the Speed sensor SP Lap Timer Receiver LT or RPM input RP are receiving a signal symbol under each heading indicates a signal is being received Note SW stands for Switch and is not used on the LITE version of the DigiDash When testing the Speed sensor is correctly sensing the magnets enter the Setup menu and select Test Mode and rotate the shaft on which the magnets are located A symbol should appear under the SP heading each time a magnet passes in front the the Speed sensor similarly a sign will appear under the LT heading when the Infra Red lap trigger sensor is receiving a signal If you have purchased the Race Track Day option you can test this using a TV remote control 3 14 2 Brightness This value sets the display brightness for the large segment display the shift lights and warning lights The range is from O very faint to 15 very bright The default setting is 6 3 143 Contrast This value sets the contrast for the main LCD display The range is from O very dark to 15 very light The default setting is 6 3144 lap Blank The Lap Receiver Sensor available separately from ETB for your DigiDash2 is designed to use any form of trackside infrared beacon These are present at all tracks For accurate results it is important that you pick up a signal from only one beacon at atime To do this the DigiDash2 must be set to reject other be
11. 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 Warning Light Input Brake Fail circuit Brake Fluid Level Switch Vehicle Ground Version 1 01 Page 37 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 7 APPENDIX 2 Speed Sensor Installation There 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 harness with the Red 9 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 Se
12. 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 CTA on the 3 digit red LED display 3 1 4 10 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 1 4 11 Oil Pressure Alarm This allows the user to program a warning alarm point for the 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 OPR 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 separate 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 31 412 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 espe
13. outputif possible 3 Re routethe Yellow tacho wire away from other cables or potential sources of interference 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 SETUP MODE to change The lights are too bright the brightness Display sensors show NC Version 1 01 Page 25 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual d DigiTools PC Software supplied free with the DD2 LITE is a comprehensive software package This software is designed to run on any Microsoft Windows 32bit operating system Win95 98 ME NT 2000 amp XP Minimum specification for the PC is a P133 with 32MB of memory and an 800x600 SVGA display Please note that this manual does not contain information about using Windows and assumes that 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 3 1 Connecting the Serial Cable to a PC To configure the LITE first connect the 9 Way RS232 connector Black coming from the RED connector cable to the 9 pin Serial Port on your Laptop PC Note If there is no 9 way Serial present on your Laptop a Ser
14. which is entered as 1500 here Check your service manual to get the correct ratio values for your particular engine 3 14 23 Number of Gears Allows the number of gears in the vehicle to be entered The valid range is between 2 and 6 3 14 24 Gear Ratios 1 6 This allows the entry of the vehicles gear ratios It is 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 69 1 you enter 2769 Version 1 01 Page 17 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 2 Configuration Using DigiTools Software The DigiDash2 LITE is best configured using the DigiTools software supplied on the CD ROM as this allows access to all the settable features by the user To connect the LITE to a Laptop PC connect the Serial Connector on the main power harness to the 9 pin RS232 port on the computer Note If there is no 9 way Serial present on your Laptop a Serial to USB Converter can be purchased separately from ETB allowing you to connect to a USB port instead Once connected ensure that the DD2 LITE is switched on and start the DigiTools by double clicking on the ETB logo in the DigiTools folder Please refer to section 5 entitled DigiTools PC software for instructions on how to use the software for configuration Version 1 01 Page 18 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 4 Using the Display T
15. D Set Mot Used Logger On Serial Port Menu Control C COM1 C COM Main C COM 3 Menu C COM 4 MIE Version General Alarme Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Shift Light Setup Shift Lights Mode C r Ce Nom E Block MW Flash on max shift time Shift Points Peak 65600 Delta 500 Shift Points 100 APM Resolution DigiD ash Read Write Write Config Read Config File Save Load Save Config Serial Port 1 Menu Control C COM Main C COM 4 The AUX warning light on the Display can be set to show 1 of 3 modes when lit Logger ON Lights when logger is switched on and recording data Neutral Indicates Neutral Gear for bike engined cars Speed Warning See the Alarms Tab described in 4 3 3 The decimal point as shown above can be set to indicate that the Logger is switched and recording data The entire bank of shift lights will flash rapidly if the RED LED remains lit for more than 1 second Uncheck this box to turn this feature off This is used to set the RPM values at which the shift LED s will illuminate Peak Sets value for Main RED shift LED Delta Sets the RPM increments between each LED see Section 2 1 3 17 for further details Page 30 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 0 3 6 Lap Tab Lap Split Timer Setup Lap Trigger Blanking Peri
16. Differential Ratio 13 54 1 Goto Configure The Logger sampling rate can be switched between 10Hz amp 20Hz This means that the Logger will record data values either 10 or 20 times per second sampling of 10Hz is 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 DigiDash Read Write File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control usually sufficient for most I COMI ications Write Contig i i m N applications i EDM 2 Main COM 3 Note that by increasing the Read Contig Save Config Ja Menu vehicle click the Calculate button and the yellow boxes will show the resulting values Click Goto Configure to directly input the values on the Configure screen Version 1 01 Menu Control Calculate Main Menu Page 33 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 5 5 DigiDash Analysis The standard internal memory capacity of the DigiDash is 17 3Mb 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 inform
17. E6SN Ey sn4 Molg 0 y ln YGL 21 R EA SL ajqeyreny 191184003 S SN 01 121138 101193100 fz 3 dd doyde7 TATA ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 6 1 Connecting to an Existing Wiring Loom Switches The Blue Or Yellow 9 Pin Connector cable has a number of input wires that should be connected to your existing wiring loom The DD2 LITE 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 6 11 SENSOR Cable Inputs that require switched 12v There are 3 input wires on the SENSOR cable that require 12v applied to the input in order to operate e Main Beam GREY wire When 12 volts is applied to this input wire the blue main beam warning light will illuminate Rear Fog PURPLE wire When your rear fog lights are switched on the warning light should illuminate e 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 Simplified Wiring Example for 12v Switched Warning Light Fog Light input on Fused 12v Supply sensor cable Fog Light Switch Rear Fog Light 6 1 2 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
18. H 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 correctly 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 JI Gear 1 15 Gear y 4 Gear 56 Gear Clutch Down Neutral for motorcycle gearboxes Version 1 01 Page 20 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 424 Warning Alarms One of the following warning alarms will be indicated on the RED LED display in the event of monitored values exceeding 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
19. ITE 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 4 4 2 Automatic Infra Red Lap Trigger Race Day Mode By connecting the Lap Trigger module supplied with the Race Track Day Timer Package to the Lap Timer input connector 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 right If you intend to attend many different circuits it is convenient to ensure that the mount is easily changed from side to side 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 For example you are lapping in around 1min 30secs set the Lap Enable 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 lf you wish to purchase your own Infra red Beacon please contact ETB for details 4421 Testing the Lap Trigger Module The Test Mode can be used to verify that the Lap Trigger module is receiving a signal In order to do this you must first select the Setup menu by holding down butto
20. 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 If 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 Green 8500 RPM Next LED 9000 RPM Next LED Yellow 9500 RPM Shift Light RPM Set Value Final LED B 10000 RPM NOTE If the final Red shift light is illuminated for more than 1 second the entire bank of shift lights will rapidly flash Version 1 01 Page 16 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 14 19 Pulses per Cycle The DigiDash LITE will run with various different ignition systems This menu option allows the user to tailor the system to their engine The pulses cycle 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 I
21. OD aba ee 33 5 4 DigiDash Calculator EE 33 0 5 DitiDasl EI 94 5 5 1 Downloading Logged Data from the DigiDash 34 5 92 DOWAIOAC Menu TE 35 920 L EE 39 APPENDIX 1 Wiring Hd IT UU 36 6 1 Connecting to an Existing Wiring Loom 2 37 6 1 1 SENSOR Cable Inputs that require Switched 12V 3 6 1 2 SENSOR Cable Inputs that require switch to Ground ug 3 1 APPENDIX 2 Speed Sensor Installation 38 1 1 Speed Sensor Alignment EE 39 8 APPENDIX 3 Display Mounting Template to scale 40 H APPENDIX 4 ETB Fuel Sender Fitting Instructions 41 9 1 Fitting the sender to the fuel tank 41 9 2 Fuel Sender u uu 41 10 Appendix u u 42 11 APPENDIK 6 Specification names 43 lil ROME ebe 43 z IM kastamaan a a aa aa 43 li Ee Ve EE 43 11 1 4 EE 43 RW OL LEE anla iach senate uu ES 43 Version 1 01 Page 3 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 1 DD2 LITE Introduction The LITE 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
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23. a muut mua Lem Scene TE MA sp mina MA z SI Clear All Used D HMb r Log Hest Loga Fee 8960 x Sessions Bala Download Log Sertion h om lu Memory Date Sot A 7 Download Exit Download Menu 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 View Zoom and pan the data plotted on the graph 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 Option This tab menu allow you to change the units of measurement of the plot data swap the G sensor axes or modify the gridlines of the plot area lt P slew Data da Plot Data Tab Menus File Data View Marker Option Plot Data Lap Times Data A Notes Data B Notes Load and Print Data Plot Data Set View Plot All Data A DE WT Plot Data After Load Data Set A selecting the Lap Times tab choosing the lap data you wish to overlay you can click on this tab and the data will be plotted Lap Times This screen shows your total and split times of each recorded lap You can overlay 2 sets of lap data by select
24. acons 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 If you are lapping in around 1min 30secs set the Lap Enable Time to 75 1min 15secs In other words after DigiDash registers a beacon it will wait Imin 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 external Button D to be a manual trigger rather than the lap reset button See Section 3 4 1 for further information Version 1 01 Page 14 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 149 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 6 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 3 1 4 7 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 3 1 4 8 MPH
25. al Gear for bike engined vehicles Version 1 01 Page 4 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 111 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 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 5 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 112 Rear View M3x5 Mounting Holes x8 1 MAIN POWER INPUT RED connector on harness 2 SENSOR INPUT BLUE Connector on Harness 1 2 Packaging Checklist Standard Items Magnets for prop shaft Wiring Cables and Connectors CDROM As well as this main manual it includes software for data analysis set up amp Speedometer set up calculator M3 Mounting Bolts Quick Start Guide Wiring Schematic Version 1 01 Page 6 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 2 DD2 LITE Installation 21 Mounting the LITE Dipslay Before cutting any holes in the dashboard make sure that the location of the LITE Display 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 display should be directed towards the driver If the dash is mounted at too steep an angle the shift lights and warning
26. arely use the Engine runtime Aux Pressure display simply un check the box and after writing the configuration to the Digidash this screen will no longer displayed You can alter the brightness level of the LED s warning lights and Red 3 digit LED display by entering a value between 0 and 15 15 is brightest Similarly the contrast level of the Green LCD display can be changed 10 is darkest b Configuration DigiDash LITE Manual MIE Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger LCD LED Display Options LCD Menu Options W Lap Split Timer W Accel Brake Timer A Engine Power Estimate W G Sensor Display W Trip Distance Timer W Engine runtime ux Pressure MW Hold Menus Display Settings LED Brightness 0 15 E LCD Contrast 0 10 5 DigiD ash Read wWnite write Config Read Config Save Config 0 3 0 Shift Lights Tab The bank of shift lights can operate in 3 modes Fully Sequential Norm each LED will light in turn as the revs increase Block The Green LED s will illuminate as one block then the yellow LED s and finally the main Red LED Single RED If you just want the main RED LED to light when peak RPM is reached set the Delta Value to Zero Version 1 01 b Configuration File Save Load Aux Light Mode Logger On e Neutral Speed Warning RHS Decimal Point on LE
27. ation on how to start stop the logger please refer to Sections 4 3 10 and 3 1 which explain how to configure the Logger and the associated button functions The vehicle parameters 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 Oil Pressure e Lap Times s Oil Temperature e Split Times s e Water Temperature e Longitudinal G Force e Fuel Level e Lateral G Force 3 9 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 er b Log Analysis DEAR To download a data set from the 7777 77 DigiDash2 you must first select the COM downloaded from the DigiDash you can click on Save Data Set A or B to store the file on your hard Edit Data A Notes 55053 drive No Data No Data list of logged sessions including each file size and total memory usage This menu is shown on the next page Section 4 5 2 Save Data B Excel These buttons allow you to Data Set A Options Data Set B Options gt load previously lo dat M port being used by your computer a p u y gg Load Data Set A Load Data Set B COM 1 7 By clicking on the Download menu a new n ta set h n COM 3
28. cially 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 DD2 PRO only This is used on the DD2 Pro to set an Auxiliary Pressure Alarm and is not used on the DD2 LITE Version 1 01 Page 15 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 14 14 Fuel Level Alarm This allows an automatic warning of low fuel level measured as a percentage of a full tank To disable the alarm set to 0 When activated the alarm is indicated by the letters FLA on the 3 digit red LED display 3 14 15 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 3 1 4 16 Shift Mode The sequential shift lights can be programmed to come on in two different styles Style LED Pattern displayed 3 1 4 17 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 14 18 Shift Delta This allows the user to set the RPM change required to light the next shift
29. d e g 0 60 Decel Deceleration timer Time Time Recorded Timer Package Option TrTime Elapsed Trip Time since last engine start since last Manual Reset TrDist Trip Distance 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 Note An alternative LCD display can be selected using the DigiTools software in the Configuration menu The Alternate Display 1 will indicate WT Water Temp OT Oil Temp OP Oil Pressure SP Speed and Gr Gear on one LCD screen if selected Version 1 01 Page 22 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 14 Lap Timing ace 7rack Pay Lap Timer Option NOTE In order to use the DigiDash LITE Manual Lap Timing it is necessary to have the external push button supplied as part of the Race Track Day Pacakage Option connected to the Lap Trigger Connector as this button functions as your start stop button For Automatic timing the Infra Red Lap Trigger Receiver should be connected instead The Lap Timer system can be operated in two different ways 4 4 1 Manual lan Timing Track Day Mode Track Day Mode involves triggering the timer manually each time the start finish line is passed by pressing the External Lap Timing Button To set the DigiDash L
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31. e tank using M5 Bolts washers and nuts 9 2 Fuel Sender Adjustment should adjustment to the length or angle of the fuel sender be necessary please bear in mind the following points To adjust length do not remove the arm from the brass pivot point 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 el vir le oy p 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 around 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 1 It is advisable to allow a gap between the bottom of the tank and the lowest point of travel of the F
32. f the reading says 500RPM then change the pulses per eycle to half of its current setting 3 14 20 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 3 high at all speeds If you have problems with the calculations we will be on hand to help Before the 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 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 Vehicle Weight Kg DD2 PRO only This allows the user to specify the weight of the vehicle in kilograms Kg This is used for the BHP Power calculation on the DD2 PRO Version only The valid range is 250 to 2500Kg Default 600Kg 3 14 22 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
33. f you wish to program the DD2 LITE to the settings contained in the file you must then click on Write Config in order to upload the settings to the DD2 LITE Version 1 01 Page 28 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 3 3 2 General Tab The Odometer reading can only be accessed by the factory The Odo reading indicates the vehicle s total recorded mileage Enter Start Stop Values for the Acceleration Deceleration Timer This box allows you to swap the Lateral and Longitudinal axes of the G Sensor You can also swap the signs for each axis Ek Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger l Configuration General Setup Odometer Max Hold Timer Reset Odo Reading 0 Reset All Max Hold Timers on P fner Up Factory Set Accel Brake Timer Start Speed Stop Speed 0 ED MPH Display Units Accel Test Selected Speed Peele Temperature e MPH e PSI Degree G Force Sensor EMH BAR Degree F Swap G Sensor Axis Change AccelrErake Sign Change Lett Right Sign Logger Status LED f Sensor Status Logger Status Serial Port Menu Control File Save Load Digibash Read Write COM 1 write Conf i 1 J C com Main Read Config Save Config COM 4 0 3 9 Alarms Tab Enter set values at which the Alarms will activate Temperature alarms are activated above these values whereas the fuel level and pressure ala
34. fi d each forward gear g C COM 2 Main f COM 3 Read Config Save Contig UMA Menu Version 1 01 Page 31 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 0 3 8 Fuel Tab 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 3 3 9 Calibrate Tab lt I Configuration Slee The values entered in the Speed Calibration box are essential not only for the speed reading to be accurate but also for the engaged gear display to indicate correctly Use this box for entering the pulses for the Tachometer RPM input Effectively the number 1 8 represents the number of cylinders that the engine has However wasted Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Calibration Engine Ignition Pulses per Engine Cycle 2 spark systems or ECU outputs may vary the numher of pulses Speed Calibration per engine cycle and therefore Speedo Cal Factor 1000 un this number can be changed to Gear Cal Factor 1000 Calculator accommodate Clicking on the Goto Calculator button will aut
35. ge 40 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 9 APPENDIX 4 ETB Fuel Sender Fitting Instructions I Safety Instructions Caution No Smoking No open fire or source of flame 9 1 Fitting the sender to the fuel tank lf 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 e 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 e Make a preliminary hole in the installation opening using a drill and then finish the hole using a compass saw or piercing saw Comply with the safety instructions of the tool manufacturer The 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 Clean the tank of residue from the drilling or sawing work Fix the fuel sender to th
36. ger 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 connected to a Single Pole Single Throw Toggle switch not supplied for switching to Ground Pause logging if the vehicle is stationary e g Speed is zero Pause logging if the engine iz switched off e g RPM iz zero Logger Sampling Rate e 10Hz Samplig Rate Default logging for key sensors 7 20Hz Samplig Rate Increased resolution lagging key sensors COM 4 5 4 DigiDash Calculator The DigiDash2 Calculator is used for calculating the reguired Speedo and Cal Ratios that are essential for the DigiDash2 to show speed and gear correctly You will need information concerning your vehicle including Speed Sensor Location Tyre Size Differential Ratio Final drive Once you entered the details of your CD Calculator Drive and Sensor Position C Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Sensor f Front Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Sensor C Rear Wheel Drive Front Wheel Sensor Gear Rear Wheel Drive Propshaft Sensor C Rear Wheel Drive Rear Wheel Sensor Road Tyre Details Rear Tyre Width Rear Tyre Profile Type of Tyres fe Road Tyres C Slick Tyres Unknown Tyres Sprocket Final Drive Type e Gear Diff 205 mm 60 w Rear Wheel Diameter 13 inches Results Speedo Cal 16293 Gear Cal 1000 Final Drive Ratio Gear Driven Diff
37. here are two main information areas on the DigiDash LITE Display These can be cycled through various displays using the A or B buttons during normal use Section 3 3 Green LCD Display Section 3 2 RED LED Display Press Button A to change Green LCD Display Press Button B to change RED LED Display 41 Button Functions General Operation The LITE 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 Moves to the next LCD display screen Button A To Start Stop the Mini Log Data Record If Enabled Move to the next LED display Button B Hold Down Resets current LCD displays For example Max Hold Screens Version 1 01 Page 19 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE 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 five parameters Speed MPH or KMH RPM Engaged Gear Warning Alarms Mini Log Status Press Button B to cycle between Speed RPM and Engaged Gear 421 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 MP
38. ial to USB Converter can be purchased separately from ETB allowing you to connect to a USB port instead 3 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 select 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 DigiDash2 Analysis DigiDash2 Configure DigiDash2 Calculator To select the program you require left click on the appropriate button To exit the DigiTools click on the EXIT button Version 1 01 Page 26 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 002 LITE Configure For full access to all the LITE 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 3 3 1 Version Tab Configuration Sele Configure Menu Tabs Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Click on these folder tabs to access the Module Versions various menu screens Logger Yersion Logger Memory Ver Rev
39. ing the lap number and data set in the Printto ClipBoard Select Laps to Overlay Print to File boxes To create a file compatible with Bosch Print 10 2 mas 40 50 LapSim analysis software click on the Export button Data Set loaded from OiP_WT Sample Rate ho Samples s Data Set B Load Data Set B Data Set B loaded from No Data Sample Rate m Samples s Config Load Config Save Config Plot Menu Control 77 Data A Line Type Data B Line Type REECH after selecting the desired Back to Logger Beete Dotted Line 19 lap Points NV On Points N Data Notes A amp B These are your notes Ss relating to your vehicle s You can change the line characteristics of each data set as plotted on the graph by Setup at the time the data selecting one of these options was recorded Note DigiTools is able to export data that is compatible with LapSim analysis software freely available for download on the internet from BOSCH Motorsport You can download this software from the following link www bosch motorsport de englisch index htm The manual for using this software can be downloaded from http www bosch motorsport de de downloads Manual LapSim V 2004 pdf Should you require assistance in importing DigiDash2 files into LapSim software or require general help please do not hesitate to email ETB Instruments at info etbinstruments com Version 1 01
40. lights will not be easily visible The LITE has been designed to mount on a flat dash panel behind the steering wheel and this is the recommended position Templates for the fixing screw holes on the Display unit are shown in Appendix 3 2 2 Sensor Installation 2 21 Speed Sensor The LITE 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 M12 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 either Chemical Metal or a suitable Epoxy Resin Adhesive For example 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 nuts 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 remain
41. meter input The DigiDash LITE RPM monitor is designed to connect directly into a variety of different ignition systems There are a huge variety of systems used in vehicles The YELLOW RPM tachometer 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 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 TEST MODE in the Setup menu can be used to verify that an RPM signal is being received Please refer to section 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 10 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 Configuring the DD2 LITE The setup and various parameters of DigiDash LITE can be configured either directly using the Display or via a Laptop PC using the DigiTools software 3 1 Configuration via Display 3 1 1 Selecting SETUP MODE
42. ns A and B together and select Test Mode 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 a symbol should appear below the LT heading Version 1 01 Page 23 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 45 Acceleration Timer oer Package Option 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 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 Warning The acceleration timer should be used wi
43. nsor mounted on Gearbox 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 Important The speed sensor is polarity dependent This means that the magnets must be mounted dimple side DOWN Strong mounting brackets that hold the speed sensors in position The brackets have been mounted in positions that move in unison with the magnets Magnets glued in position Liberal application of a strong adhesive such as Araldite will ensure that the magnets do not become dislodged during use Important The recommended gap between the speed sensor head and top surface of the magnets is 1mm Version 1 01 Page 38 DigiDash LITE Manual ETB Instruments LTD 2005 NOIA yum ul pue jyeysdod ay o umop OP S SI joubeuwu uo ains yeul UO 1299 Z joubew gt yeusdoid Y di lt N A uw q 7 09ej
44. od Ib Configuration MIE Best Lap Reset LAP BLANK This is the period of seconds from passing your Lap Beacon that the DigiDash will ignore other infra red signals for example from other trackside beacons If this value is set to zero the DigiDash assumes you require Manual Track Day mode This is manual lap timing using button D as a start stop button for each lap Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger You can select whether you Lap Split Timer want to store the last best Race Day Mode Beacon present Button D Resets Lap lap until you manually reset Lap Trigger Blanking Pernod ER SBCs a display using button B r Set it to automatically reset the best lap time when the DigiDash is powered up Lap Display Switch Back Time 1 151 5 secs zero disables the function Split Tirner Mode Best Lap Reset e Computed Distance Multi Split 1 32 Sectors Normal Button B Menu Reset Entered Distance 1 3 Sectors e Power amp on Button B Reset Computed Split Distance Number of Splits 1 32 32 Track Lenath 2200 metres This box will change from either Compted Split Distance to Entered Split DigiDash Read Write j File Save Load Serial Port Menu Control distance depending on the COM Split timer mode selected Write Config i 5 i COM Main t COM 3 Read Config Save Config COMA Menu Split Timer Mode There a
45. omatically open the DigiTools Calculator program to obtain the correct numerical factors Vehicle Weight with Driver Passenger Vehicle Weight 520 kg The weight of you vehicle can be entered using this box This is used to for estimating the brake horse power BHP of DigiD ash Read Write une Save Load ae Menu Control your vehicle Write Config i iq E i C COM Main f COM 3 Read Config Save Config Menu Version 1 01 Page 32 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 3 3 10 Logger Tab b Configuration Logger Configuration This box is used for controlling how the Logger is switched On or Off to record data 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 Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Logger Configuration Logger On Off Control Logger Disabled e Display Button On Off hold button down until loge Logger Switch SPST switch o Logger Pause Control Ter unit wiring loom DigiDash LITE Manual You can pause the recording of data by setting the Logger to pause when lef The vehicle is stationary i e Speed 0 Or n changes The engine is switched off RPM 0 2 seconds and the LCD display will indicate that the Logger is switched 0n Similarly hold down Button A to switch the Log
46. on Setup Mode The DigiDash LITE A amp B buttons have different functions depending on whether you are in Setup Configuration Mode or using the buttons during general operation See Section 3 1 Press Once Moves to the ie LCD display screen Button A Hold Down No Function Press Once Button B Hold Down When changing numeric parameter number increases at a faster rate Version 1 01 Page 12 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 14 Setup Mode Menu Detail After selecting 5 77 JOT vil see the first of the menu DOUANES on main LCD display that 12 You can either continue to the ME T menu by pressing The are 30 Setup menu options as shown below v v v Vv V Y VY V V V WV Y V Y Y V V V V If you choose to zL i i a menu option two alternative choices can be made 1 Accept the value displayed and return to the Options Menu This is done by pressing Button A indicated as Lie 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 Pel DASH 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 13 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 3 141 TestMode The Test Mode is used to verify that
47. ously recorded data in memory will be erased and a new Log started To ensure that your data is saved download it to your Laptop PC before switching the Mini Logger on again Version 1 01 Page 21 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 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 4 3 1 LCD Display Screens in Detail OILP Oil Pressure in PSI or BAR 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 Kilometres per hour Gear Engaged Gear N for neutral C for clutch down Timer Package Option Engine Elapsed Engine Run Time Aux Psi Auxiliary Pressure in PSI Race Track Day Lap Timer Package Option Lst Last lap number and time Bst Best lap number and time Race Track Day Lap Timer Package Option L Lap Number you are on T Lap Elapsed Time S Current split sector you are in or sector time from Best Lap Timer Package Option Accel Start amp Stop Spee
48. r 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 1800 General 2400 Empty to 330 Full 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 9 225 Lap Timer Receiver ay Timer Option 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 vehicle that is exposed to the trackside beacon 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 the TEST MODE function in the Setup menu and your TV remote control See section For further details on using the DigiDash Lap timing system please refer to section 3 4 For details on wiring please see the wiring
49. re 2 modes of operation for using split times Computed Distance 1 32 Sectors Depending on the number of splits required entered in the box below the DigiDash will divide the lap into equal segments splits Entered Distance 1 3 Sectors If you choose to manually enter the distance between splits the box below will automatically change for entering the distance in metres for each sector Lap Display Switch Back Time After completing a lap the Green LCD display will automatically show your last lap time and best lap time This is the period of seconds that this information will remain on the LCD display 0 3 Gear Tab d Configuration Hi 4 Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights L Gears F Calibrate L setup page is used for ETSIOMI energ SIT splay l WE OI ALE OQger entering the forward ratios of your gearbox Gear Indicator Setup Gearbox Ratios Input the number of Number of Forward Gears D forward gears in the Primary Ratio 1 000 gearbox Set to 1 000 for car engine gearbos Enter the primary ratio 2 5 4 000 3 000 This ratio is generally Gear 1 Gear 2 for motorcycle Gear 3 2 000 Gear 4 1 500 gearboxes that do not Gear 5 000 Gear 0800 have a 1 1 primary ratio For a standard Valid Ratios 0 500 to 5 000 road car this should remain as 1 000 DigiD ash Read write Seral Port Menu Control Input the gear ratio of COMI Write Con
50. rms activate when monitored values drop below these limits When using the built in low Oil pressure switch on the ETB sensor the default setting is for the display to show 0 I L The ETB sensor has a normally open contact NO that closes when pressure is below 7 5 psi However you may wish to use either the original engine pressure switch for which you can specify whether the switch contacts are normally open NO or closed NC For engines equipped with an Oil level switch e g Yamaha R1 engines you can change the switch setting to NC and the indicated alarm to LEV which indicates LEVEL Version 1 01 b Configuration Version General Alarms Display Shift Lights Lap Gears Fuel Calibrate Logger Alarms Setup Engine Alarms Water Tempetam tts tel tat ee Fuel Level Alarm ta 33 Milano Alarm ta 140 110 deg Fuel Alarms Enter zero to disable alarm option Oil Pressure Alarm to 140 armain enabled over 2000 Aus Pressure Alarm f to 140 ER psi Enable RPM 100 RPM Resolution Enter zero to disable alarm option Oil Alarm Display Ol Alarm Switch Speed Alarm f OIL fe M Warning on eo NE i Under pit lane 70 MPH e Over open road Enter zero to disable alarm option lop J DigiD ash Read nte File Save Load Serial Menu Control i C COH 1 Write Conti g J com Main g s Menu Read Config Save Contig COM 4
51. s 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 Front wheel hub eeh Please see Quick Start Guide or Appendix 2 Section 6 for further visual reference Version 1 01 Page ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 222 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 in inaccurate readings Note The DigiDash2 LITE 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 2 2 3 Oil Pressure Sen
52. section at the end of the document Please see the drawing in Appendix 5 for mounting details Version 1 01 Page 9 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 2 3 Wiring the DD2 LITE All main connections are made via two 9 way D type connectors on the back of the LITE Display module The connectors are unmarked as the connectors are gendre specific to prevent incorrect connection The BLUE colour connector has 9 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 will result in unreliable joints A well soldered and insulated joint or crimp connectors are the best means of wiring the vehicle There are numerous help sites available on the Internet Below is an example site www users globalnet co uk bunce solderit htm The RED connector is supplied with a suitable length of cable 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 and negative ground wire For motorcycle engined cars a light brown wire is present for connection to the Neutral gear indicator switch 24 Ignition Systems Tachometer Wiring The RED connector incorporates a YELLOW wire for connecting the tacho
53. 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 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 the engine you are running for example some Yamaha R1 motorcycle engines have an oil level switch 4 2 5 Mini Logger Status Mini Log Option This decimal point signifies that the Mini Logger is switched ON and recording data By holding down button A for 2 seconds the green LCD display will indicate DATA RECORD ON and a decimal point as shown above will illuminate on the RED LED display This signifies that the selected parameter default oil pressure is being recorded The Mini logger will record approximately 10 minutes of data If the Mini Log is left to record for longer than this period the last 10 minutes of recorded data will be stored in memory and be available for downloading to a Laptop PC IMPORTANT The Mini Logger will be turned OFF either by switching Off ignition or by holding down button A By re starting the Mini Logger by holding down button A for 2 seconds all previ
54. sors A pressure sensor is included with the LITE as standard and measures pressure to a maximum of 140 PSI usually for oil used for engine oil pressure The DigiDash2 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 separately from ETB please telephone 44 0 1702 711127 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 Oil Pressure Sender ETB Part 38007025053 with low pressure switch built in 1 8 NPTF Thread Version 1 01 Page 8 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 2 2 4 Fuel Level Sensor The DD2 LITE 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 Howeve
55. tandard logging memory is 17 3 MB 3 3 1 9 DigiDash Read Write After selecting the correct COM Port 5 3 1 1 you can test the connection using the DigiDash Read Config button The Read Config button is used for downloading or reading the current configuration of the DD2 LITE to the DigiTools lf 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 DD2 LITE 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 DD2 LITE A dialog box will appear confirming that your configuration has been correctly uploaded or written to the DD2 LITE 3 3 16 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 DD2 LITE 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 i
56. ted or selling dealer Your statutory rights as a consumer are not affected Version 1 01 Page 43
57. th 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 24 ETB Instruments LTD 2005 DigiDash LITE Manual 46 Troubleshooting Check the power connections Fused Red Wire and Single Black wire on RED DD2 LITE does not power up with connector harness Igniton switched ON Check the Fuse Check magnets North South orientation dot must face down Check distance to sensor 1mm Check Loom Plug is tight No Speed or Gear is indicated Test the Sensor using the Test Mode see section 3 1 4 1 Ensure the Correct Speed Cal Gear Cal Primary Ratio and Gear Ratios have been correctly entered either using Setup mode or the DigiTools software Ensure that the RPM is indicating correctly 6 BEE age 1 Distance between magnets and sensor is too great p p Se 2 Magnets are mounted on a vehicle part that has lateral movement 3 Sensor Bracket is moving in relation to the magnets Bracket too weak 1 Check that 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 UsetheCDI or ECU tacho
58. uel sender float unit in order to provide a reserve quantity of fuel after the gauge reads empty Version 1 01 Page 41 DigiDash LITE Manual ETB Instruments LTD 2005 10 Appendix 5 Lap Trigger Alignment HEM Hd uoseog en 5 lt SUUS UNS oq x um Sul lqold 106611 deq ale NOA JI UMOP 1 1 o ALL no y UO SJUIOd Jeujo ye yun v Buu BBiJ UNS eu 4015 enjeA josa1d aul lqeu del au payenyis 51 U0928q INOA UA BUI US UL pue UEIS ou SS019e Ap lip BUIUIYS pue Ays v UI MO SI UNS y UBYM 541 2 AIS juo uu qoid au 1 Anubis umop pay qiissod Ji pue jexuozuou Bunuiod 1966111 dej INOA d y o Ai y je Ano uip pauiod Ji 196611 5 o jun v osneo Aew pue asinos 15 6610 oun si UNS SUL suu qoid e1 U9 0d ulI USIUI pue yes y ye yseqibig y JUDA DIA IIAA uul qeu de INOA pue uo9eeq yids e uo 196611 Aew yseqibiq INO no del 1811 INOA uo snes q suo9seeq lilds Buisn aie jdo d u 51 Op 0 AJUO no A UOISSIS Don MOU E JO Apes o Jeu del INOA 18521 M SIU y uopnq ss id dej paul 15 1 JNOA UEIS INOGe ae noA se ue suodeag oun ilds Buisn due ydo d J 5400890 w yids uo s196611 asyey Aue sos eut dej e ldulo o node snf sue noA m n 196611 jouueo yun y jeu os de 1s 1s e INOA uey SSI e o oun jqeu

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