IQ3 Data Logger Dash Installation Manual
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Configuration Files
The IQ3 Drag Dash unit is shipped from Racepak, with factory default settings. To modify the
settings of the IQ3 Drag Dash unit, most basic settings can be modified through the use of the
programming buttons; however, the use of a PC/laptop allows complete access to all the
available settings.
A PC/laptop must be connected to the IQ3 Drag Dash in one of the two fashions shown below. A
configuration file on the PC/laptop will then be opened and synced (READ from) the unit. Once
the settings are read from the IQ3 Drag Dash, changes are made, and SENT/WRITE back to the
IQ3 Drag Dash.
Stand Alone or with V-Net Sensors
When utilizing the IQ3 Drag Dash as a standalone system (i.e.
not connected
via V-Net to a
compatible Racepak Data Recorder), use the factory car configuration file which was copied onto
the PC during the DatalinkII software installation, listed as
IQ3_Config_Drag
. This configuration
file contains the setup information for the IQ3 Drag Dash unit, and each of the internal channels
connected to the IQ3 Drag Dash unit.
1.
Connect PC to IQ3 Drag Dash unit using the USB programming cable supplied with the
IQ3 Drag Dash unit system. (The USB programming port is located on the rear of the
dash).
2.
Ensure the main power is turned on for the IQ3 Drag Dash. The dash backlight will be on
and lit when power is on.
3.
Start the DatalinkII program by double clicking on the DatalinkII Program icon
located on the Windows desktop of PC (shown right).
4.
Open the car configuration file. To open the car configuration file, select
File
located in the main menu bar across the top of the screen and select
Open Car Configuration.
(Shown right).
5.
The dialog box (shown right) will be displayed.
6.
The list on the left-hand side of the
Select Configuration
dialog box will display all of the file folders in the
RacePakData subdirectory (C:\RacePakData) that contain
valid configuration files with a .rcg file extension. Select
the IQ3 listing by selecting with the cursor.
7.
The list on the right will now contain the list of
configuration files contained in this folder. The factory configuration file for the IQ3
Drag Dash unit will be located here shown as
IQ3_Config_Drag
. Select it then OK button.
