Digatron DT-40K Instruction Manual Download Page 5

Fig. 8

An instrument displaying EGT that has

encountered electrical interference. Shown by

the ERR annunciator

3

Electrical Interference

If the instrument encounters excessive electrical interference it will display ERR 
on the left side of the display. (see Fig. 8) This indicates that the stored data might 
be invalid. Press the 

Function

 button, then turn the instrument off for 30 seconds. 

After turning the instrument back on, check that it is working properly. If it is 
not, turn the instrument off and back on again. Immediately after turning the 
instrument on, press the     and the 

Max/Event

 buttons to reset the instrument. 

When the display flashes PrS PLA, press the 

Play/Pause

 button. The error should 

now be cleared and memory is erased. 

The ERR annunciator can also indicate an incorrect instrument or sensor installation. 
Severe electrical interference can cause the limits and calibration to reprogram 
themselves. If your instrument is doing strange things, put it in Set Limits and 
check to see that the limits and calibration are still where you set them. (see 
Appendix B)

Electrical interference problems can normally be solved by installing a 
resistance plug boot.  We recommend using an NGK boot, # LB05EMH.

To avoid erratic readings:

• Keep your temperature and Tach leads separated by at least 3˝. Do not wrap 

leads together, this can induce interference into the system. 

• Route the leads as far away from the coil as possible. 

• Install the Tach lead on the plug wire at least 2˝ back from the plug boot.

If you still have a problem, try a different location on the plug wire.

• Running your leads through separate sections of fuel line will protect them

from cuts and abrasions, but will not shield them from ignition generated
interference.

• Be sure that all sensors are connected to the instrument, and that all connectors

fit together snugly. Any functions not being used must have a plug on the
pigtail.

Please contact Digatron if the problem continues.

Summary of Contents for DT-40K

Page 1: ...ENGINE MONITORING SYSTEMS DT 40K INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

Page 2: ...t Lap and Event Number and Clear Memory 7 Analyze Data 8 Lap Times and Maximums 8 Detailed Review of a Lap 9 Power Off 9 Appendix A Sensor Installation 10 Tach Sensor 10 CHT Sensor 12 EGT Sensor 12 Be...

Page 3: ...sed it can monitor any combination of the following functions cylinder head temperature CHT or water temperature WT exhaust gas temperature EGT and tachometer Tach It datalogs all of these inputs alon...

Page 4: ...utor or magneto Sensor cables too close to these components may pick up radiated electrical interference and cause erratic instrument readings and operation A distance of at least 6 from these compone...

Page 5: ...ts and calibration to reprogram themselves If your instrument is doing strange things put it in Set Limits and check to see that the limits and calibration are still where you set them see Appendix B...

Page 6: ...tion To change the display resolution press the and the buttons at the same time High Resolution Highest number displayed is 1 59 9 After that time the instrument continues to record and the 1 on the...

Page 7: ...iously recorded data Change Function Displayed Press the Function button to change what is being displayed It cycles through the functions in this order CHT WT EGT RPM Lap and Lap Time Not all instrum...

Page 8: ...ill register the next beacon signal it receives and then begin ignoring again When you finish a lap while the instrument is recording it will display the total time for the last lap for three seconds...

Page 9: ...en again exceeds the limit the instrument will again display and flash the over limit function Reset Lap and Event Number and Clear Memory To reset the lap and event number to zero and clear all recor...

Page 10: ...ess the or button to change the lap number being displayed If you are viewing the last lap of an Event the button moves you to the first lap of the next Event If you are at the first lap of an Event t...

Page 11: ...als Change Function Press the Function button to view the different functions readings for this lap Max Readings Press the Max Event button to review the maximum readings for each function the current...

Page 12: ...cable from the motor to your instrument securing with cable ties Plug into the pigtail with the small push on type connector Four cycle engines The Tach sensor is a small antennae that picks up the en...

Page 13: ...Fig 1a Example of standard installation Fig 1b Example of Briggs installation 11 Standard Inductive Tach Sensor Installation Low Energy Ignition Inductive Tach Sensor Installation Briggs...

Page 14: ...16 hole through the header Remove the clamp assembly from the header and redrill the hole to 13 64 Reinstall the clamp assembly and align it with the hole just drilled Insert the sensor into the fitt...

Page 15: ...ng the red lens from the sun Other racers will rarely interfere with the beacon signal but mounting the receiver as high as practical will help to avoid that situation Attach the receiver to your vehi...

Page 16: ...mbs reach of the driver This switch requires a 15 32 mounting hole for installation Mount the switch in a position that will provide easy access while driving Tie the coil cord to the steering column...

Page 17: ...set in the following order CHT WT EGT Tach and Tach calibration number and minimum lap time If you do not have all of these functions it will also set limits in this order minus the function s you ar...

Page 18: ...ally run between 1100 F and 1350 F The EGT on a properly tuned engine will increase rapidly as the throttle is opened and as the load on the engine is increased At full throttle and full load the EGT...

Page 19: ...rse direction Pg 9 2 Set Limits Button not used Monitor Record Instrument enters Lap Max and displays Lap Pg 8 Laps Instrument enters Playback and begins reviewing data for the selected lap Pg 9 Playb...

Page 20: ...Pg 8 Playback Changes the function playing back in this order CHT WT EGT Tach Lap and Lap Time Pg 9 6 Set Limits Button not used Monitor Record Displays the maximum value for each engine function sinc...

Page 21: ...getting no lap times or intermittent lap times 1 Tach Signal Make sure your Tach sensor is properly installed and picking up a strong signal If it is not spiral the colored wire down the spark plug wi...

Page 22: ...lon flashing This signifies that the clock is running either during record or playback Why is the Display Flashing This signifies that you are either in Set Limits or that your engine exceeded a set l...

Page 23: ...the warranty Be sure to fill out and return your warranty card for our records If we do not have a card on file for your instrument you will be charged for repairs unless you can provide us with proof...

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