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Quick Start
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Connect the device to the CAN bus
Setup
Read about the operational statuses and board
components
LED’s
Or
Board Components and Cables
Read about the data logging details
Data Logging
Read about the configuration file
Configuration File
Setup
The logger is ready to use out of the box and is configured for a bus baud rate of 250K. To start logging
follow these simple steps:
1.
Connect the logger with the harness (sold separately).
2.
Connect the Delphi 10 pin connector to an open port on compatible J-Box.
3.
Apply power to the CAN bus along with a key switch through the same J-Box.
4.
Turn the key switch on and the logger will power on and begin logging all CAN data.
Connector Pins
Pin
Purpose
1
Key switch *
The logger utilizes the presence of a key switch to determine when it can
close a log session and power itself off. The default behavior can be
overridden by wiring a power source to this pin. NOTE: Overriding the key
switch prevents the unit from detecting when to close a log session and
some data could be lost as a result.
2
VBatt *
The expects power on this pin unless it is alternatively supplied on Pin 1.
3
Ground
Must be wired to the appropriate system ground.
4
Not Used
5
Not Used
6
Digital Input
Can be used as a
User Action
button
7
CAN H
CAN high
8
CAN L
CAN low
9
RS232 Rx
Serial receive – Note that the system ground should also be used when
wiring a serial connector to the logger
10
RS232 Tx
Serial transmit
*The logger is configured to utilize the combination of a key switch and VBatt to properly detect when it
is safe to close a log session. Though this is the recommended configuration the logger can function
without the use of a key switch. To eliminate the key switch remove power from pin 2 and place it on
pin 1. BE AWARE THAT THE LOGGER CAN NO LONGER ENSURE PROPER FILE CLOSURES AND SOME DATA
LOSS MAY OCCUR.