Digatron DT-50J - User Manual

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Table of Contents
Welcome to Digatron .........................................................................................1
Instrument Functions.....................................................................................2 - 3
Battery Installation.............................................................................................4
Setting Limits and Warning Lights ....................................................................4
Setting the Engine Limits and Delay Time ........................................................4
About Delay Time..............................................................................................5
Tach Calibration Number (RPM1).....................................................................5
Jackshaft Calibration Number (RPM2) ..............................................................5
Setting the LED Warning Lights .......................................................................6
PC Software: Set Up & Analysis........................................................................6
Recording...........................................................................................................6
Moisture ............................................................................................................7
Erratic Readings.................................................................................................7
Button Functions................................................................................................8
Designators Defined...........................................................................................9
Repairs and Warranty.........................................................................................9
Welcome to Digatron
This manual covers the operation of your DT-50J instrument. This includes any 53 or 54 instrument. All 50 series instruments
function the same; the only difference is the number of displays.
This book provides the information you need to quickly set up and use your instrument. It is a great reference guide.
If you are interested in learning more about how your Digatron instrument can help you analyze your engine functions and driving
techniques, please visit our website, www.digatronusa.com, or phone (509) 467-3128.
Note: These instructions cover current versions. If you have an older version, and find the
instructions don’t exactly match, please contact Digatron at support@digatronusa.com
or toll
free at 866.344.2876.

Digatron DT-50J Specifications

General

Brand	Digatron
Model	DT-50J
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Instrument Functions

Power;Record Operation

Instrument turns on and starts recording automatically when a tach signal is received.

Tuning at the Line

Set lights to turn on in increments for tuning RPM at the line.

Starting a New Event

Press twice to stop current Event and start a new one for easier run identification.

Viewing Overall Maximums

Press and hold specific buttons to cycle through up to three sets of engine data.

Navigating Time Segments

Shows time for last recorded segment; cycle through segments with buttons.

Maximums by Time Segment

Select a time segment to view engine data or time, showing maximum values.

Playback Recorded Data

Select a time segment to view engine data or time and playback the recorded session.

Resetting the Instrument

Erases recorded data and troubleshooting information by pressing specific button combinations.

Powering Off the Instrument

Turns instrument off manually or automatically if no signal or button presses are detected.

Battery Installation and Replacement

Setting Limits and Warning Lights

Setting Engine Limits and Delay Time

Configure engine limits and delay time using instrument buttons via the Set Up menu.

About Delay Time

Set delay time in tenths of a second to ignore extra beacon signals at the track.

Tach Calibration Number (RPM1)

Set the Tach calibration number to display correct RPM for your engine.

Jackshaft Calibration Number (RPM2)

Enter pulses per revolution for the sensor to correctly calibrate Jackshaft RPM.

Setting LED Warning Lights

Configure multiple warning lights to correspond to different functions or temperatures.

PC Software Setup and Analysis

Recording Events

Moisture and Care

Troubleshooting Erratic Readings

Button Functions

Lap Button Functions

Displays time or shows best time segment when pressed or held.

Engine Button Functions

Cycles data sets or shows maximums/designators when pressed or held.

Power;Exit Button Functions

Turns the instrument on/off and exits Set Up/Playback modes.

Light Button Functions

Dims lights, turns backlight on/off, or decreases values.

Set Up Button Functions

Enters Set Up mode or increases values in Set Up/Playback.

Play;Pause Button Functions

Presses for time/playback, pauses and resumes playback.

Reset Instrument Function

Erases recorded data for troubleshooting by pressing specific buttons.

Designator Definitions

Main Display Designators

List of designators appearing in the main display for various functions and states.

Side Display Enunciators

List of enunciators on the side of displays indicating functions like RPM, temperature, error.

Repairs and Warranty Information