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Calibrating The DataMaxx Data Logger


Overview:

This step is one of the most important and difficult to understand, but following the instructions will allow for a smooth and quick calibration. The initial calibration tells your DataMaxx unit which modules and sensors you have installed. Without doing this the DataMaxx would not know what type of sensor is in which channel, and your data would not be accurate.

Instructions:

  1. After all modules and sensors have been installed, place the supplied SD card into the slot, and turn on power.

  1. Make a short 10 second recording while the engine is off. (This allows the software to determine if you have any additional modules such as EGT or LCD)

  1. Remove the SD card, place it in your computer, and open the DataMaxx software. Then press the “SD” button to download the test log file.

    1. Note: Initially the software does not know where your SD card is and you must choose yes to the prompt asking to search another location for log files, and then choose your SD drive (should only have to do this initially.

  1. When looking at the run, the background should be black and the sensor names should be listed to the left. Click on any of the sensor names and choose “Properties” to bring you to the channel properties.

  1. In the Channel Properties screen you can change the name, type of sensor, graph color and zone, and lights and record options by simply clicking on the picture of a finger pushing a red button. Change each sensor to reflect your custom application.

  1. After making all the necessary changes, we need to send this information back to the DataMaxx. To do so, click on the “Send Configuration to DataMaxx” and then insert the card into your powered up DataMaxx.

  1. After your DataMaxx has been configured, it is wise to confirm that the changes you have made took place. To do this, simply record another quick test run and download to your PC. The sensor names and type should now reflect the changes.


How to access the channel properties

Figure 2: Click on any sensor name, and then click on “properties”



Channel Properties Window

Figure 3: Channel Properties allow you to change the name and type of every sensor