MoTec Advanced Data Logger from M-Tech
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MoTec Advanced Data Logger from M-Tech |
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M-Tech is pleased to announce the release of the ADL2 the updated version of the highly regarded Advanced Dash Logger. The ADL2 maintains the same functions and software (Dash Manager) of the original ADL8 and has the same dimensions and connector.
The ADL2 Advanced Dash Logger is a combined LCD dash and high performance data logger. The ADL can also be used as a controller for controlling valves and relays etc.
New features (compared with ADL8)
USB communications
Does not require a parallel port - will download 16Mb in less than 1 minute via USB
8Mb Logging memory as standard
Upgradeable by password to 16Mb logging memory
Increased resolution over 5V on eight of the AV inputs
16 CAN templates (up from 6)
More powerful processor
The ADL2 can be fully integrated with MoTeC Engine Management Systems. This avoids duplication of sensors and allows display or logging of more than 170 ECU channels. All this is controlled by a high speed 32 bit microprocessor and connection is via a 79 way Deutsch Autosport connector.
Upgrade Options
Extension to 50 I/O (inputs and outputs)
Pro Analysis (advanced data analysis)
From 8 to 16Mb Logging memory
Remote logging
Dual wide band Lambda inputs
Accessories
Lap Beacon and transmitters for lap and split timing with multiple channels
CAN expander modules to offer increased I/O via the CAN Bus
A wide range of sensors from linear position, speed, gyros, accelerometers, temp and pressure etc.
Custom built competition wiring looms
ADL2 Main Features
Data Logging
Data logging allows for readings taken from Analog, Digital, Serial, CAN or
Calculated channels, to be stored in the ADL2 for later analysis on a computer.
The ADL2 uses permanent non-volatile Flash memory. Data memory may be unloaded
at very high speeds (~50 sec for 16 Mb over USB). Different logging options
allow 8MB or the full 16MB to be accessed.
The ADL2 can store channels at up to 1000 times per second per channel, this can
be individually set for each channel. Four logging modes may run concurrently
(Normal, Fastest Lap and two Burst Modes) each with selectable start and stop
logging parameters. Memory can operate in stack or circular buffer mode.
Analog and Digital Channels
In total the ADL2 can accommodate over 200 channels derived from any mixture of
Analog, Digital, RS232 Serial and CAN bus data channels.
The ADL2 directly supports up to 28 analog inputs, 12 digital/speed inputs, 8
auxiliary outputs and 2 high accuracy Wideband Lambda (Air/Fuel ratio) inputs.
The analog channels sample at up to 1000 samples per second per channel, with a
measurement range of 0 to 15 Volts (DC).
Digital inputs are used for state monitoring, counting and pulse width
measurement. They accept switch, logic, open collector (Hall Effect), or
magnetic signals.
The auxiliary outputs can be configured to operate as simple off/on outputs,
duty cycle control or frequency based outputs.
Serial Communications
The RS232 serial port is programmable up to 57.6 kbaud and can be used as either
a telemetry data output port or serial data input port.
As a telemetry port; devices such as Modems, GSM & Satellite Phones and Radio
Modems can be connected to facilitate remote communication.
As a serial data input port; serial communication devices can be connected for
displaying and logging purposes. These include Engine Management Systems (MoTeC
and other), bar code devices, keypads, GPS Systems or other serial
communications devices.
Display
The MoTeC ADL2 display is a high contrast, high temperature, custom designed
reflective LCD. Its unique design makes it viewable in direct sunlight or
artificial light.
The display has 3 modes of operation, which are fully programmable and
independent of the other. Each mode may be selected by pressing a button or
activated by a condition.
The 70 segment bar graph display is programmable to display any channel, with an
optional peak hold marker and setpoint marker. Each numerical display item can
be programmed to display any channel value as required. The 13 digit
alpha-numeric display area has 20 lines available to scroll through and may be
used to display any channel value or to display warning messages.
Lap times may be displayed when connected to a MoTeC Lap Beacon (or a driver
activated switch). Other performance information may be displayed, including:
minimum corner and maximum straight speed, fuel used or fuel remaining, and many
more.
Alarms
Warning alarms may be defined for any analog, digital, serial or calculated
channel. Alarm limits are fully programmable and may include up to 6 conditions
to ensure that the alarms are only activated at the correct time.
When an alarm condition has been detected, a message can be shown on the display
and an auxiliary output activated. These outputs can be used for warning lights
or the control of other devices.
The alarms remain active until they are acknowledged, either by activating a
switch or automatically after a definable period of time.
Controller Area Network (CAN)
The CAN bus is a high speed communication standard operating at speeds up to
1Mbit.
CAN allows many devices to be connected by a common bus, allowing all devices to
share information as part of a larger system.
CAN devices include: automatic transmission controllers, sensors, multi-channel
input/output modules, engine management systems etc.