VDO A2C59519487 - User Manual

Tach With Display 85mm
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Instruction Sheet # A2C59519487
Rev 11-2010
Gauge Installation:
1. Select the desired mounting location of the instrument.
2. Depending on your mounting situations it might be
necessary to configure the gauge before installation.
See page 2 - Setting up the Tachometer.
3. Mount the gauge and secure with the VDO Spin-Lok™
Clamp.
(See page 4 for mounting options and instructions)
Wiring the Gauge (Illustration A):
1. Route wires from the instrument to:
(a) the battery (+) constant power after the fuse box or
user supplied in-line fuse – 5 amp fast-blow.
(b) the battery (+) after the ignition switch and after the
fuse box or user supplied in-line fuse – 1 amp fast-
blow.
(c) the light switch after the fuse box or user supplied in-
line fuse -1 amp.
(d) a good, dedicated ground location.
(e) the Ignition Coil - Negative terminal, Alternator W
terminal, Inductive , Generator , or Hall Effect Signal
(f) the Inductive or Generator.
2. Connect the harness according to the following wiring
Matrix:
Pin Description
1 Red - Battery constant (+12 / 24 V)
2 Black - Ground
3 Blue/Black - Sender Signal -
4 Brown - Battery switched (+12 / 24 V)
5 Green - Sender Signal +
6 Blue/Red - Illumination (+)
7 Not Connected
8 Not Connected
Note - Use 18 AWG for wire harness
Read these instructions thoroughly
before installation. Do not deviate
from assembly or wiring diagram.
Always disconnect battery ground
before making any electrical
connections.
IMPORTANT: Mounting dimensions
vary for different gauges. Please
be certain to follow the instructions
for your specific gauge.
Parts List
Item Description Qty
1 85mm Gauge 1
2 Spin-Lok™ Clamp 1
3 Gasket 1
4 8 pin Harness 1
5 14 pin Harness 1
6 Push-button 1
7 Instruction Sheet 1
Merchandise warranted against defects in factory workmanship and materials for a period of 24
months after purchase. This warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and covers only those
products exposed to normal use or service. Provisions of this warranty shall not apply to a VDO
product used for a purpose for which it is not designed, or which has been altered in any way
that would be detrimental to the performance or life of the products, or misapplication, misuse,
negligence or accident. On any VDO part or VDO product found to be defective after
examination by manufacturer, manufacturer will only repair or replace the merchandise through
the original selling dealer. Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for diagnosis, removal and/or
installation labor, loss of vehicle use, loss of time, inconvenience or any other consequential
expenses. The warranties herein are in lieu of any other expressed or implied warranties,
including any implied warranty or merchantability of fitness, and any other obligation on the part
of manufacturer, or selling dealer.
I
llustration A

Summary

Gauge Installation

Wiring Matrix

Connects harness pins to specific functions based on color-coded wires.

Programming the Tachometer

Operation Basics

Explains short press (<2sec) vs. long press (>2sec) for programming functions.

Setting the Pulses per Revolution

Step-by-step guide to set the number of pulses per engine revolution.

Set Unit and Alarm Threshold

Procedure to set clock format, trip units, and RPM warning limits.

Mode Button Operations

Cycling Display Modes

Describes how short presses of the Mode button cycle through display modes.

Reset Trip Operating Hours

Instructions to reset the recorded trip operating hours.

Setting the Time

Procedure to set the internal clock, including format and time adjustment.

Setting Illumination Intensity

Guide to adjust the display backlight brightness.

Mounting Options

Conventional Mounting

Standard installation method using a drilled hole from the front.

Flush Mounting

Optional installation for a flush appearance, requiring front ring removal.

Stud Mounting

Optional alternative to a fastening nut, recommended for high vibration.

VDO A2C59519487 Specifications

General

Brand	VDO
Model	A2C59519487
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English