MoTec Sport Data Logger from M-Tech
SDL

The MoTeC SDL Advanced Dash Logger is a combined LCD dash and high performance data logger. A big advantage of the SDL over other products in the market is its flexibility, allowing it to be adapted to any application.

With an impressive list of advanced functions, it is not only a sophisticated display and logging device, it is also a controller for valves and relays.

Features
  • USB Communications
  • Doesn't require a parallel port - download 8Mb in under 50 seconds via USB
  • 8Mb logging memory (optional)
  • 12 bit resolution over 5V on four of the AV inputs
  • 6 CAN templates
  • 32 bit microprocessor
  • In-built lateral G sensor

Upgrade Options

The MoTeC SDL has field upgradeable options using a password enabling system. Upgrade options include:

  • Pro Analysis (advanced data analysis)
  • Logging (8 Mb - An SDL can be ordered as a display only unit)
  • Single Wideband Lambda measurement

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

SDL Main Features

The SDL can be purchased as a display-only dash or as a combined dash logger with an impressive 8Mb of memory, and because each unit has data logging capability built in, display-only SDLs can be upgraded at any time via password, allowing customers to take advantage of MoTeCs data acquisition expertise at their convenience.

With logging enabled, the unit becomes a powerful tool to analyse and improve vehicle performance, enabling users to fine tune race setup, tweak engine performance and develop faster riding/driving techniques.

Data can be logged at up to 200 samples per second then quickly downloaded via USB for comprehensive analysis. Just like its big brother, the ADL2, the new SDL uses MoTeC's  Interpreter software. An optional Pro Analysis upgrade delivers an extensive package of advanced tools including XY plots, multiple overlays, maths functions, rainbow mapping and lap reports/statistics.

Mindful of those new to data acquisition, MoTeC has designed custom set up software, Sport Dash Manager, with a simplified interface to keep the configuration process straightforward and user-friendly. As with all MoTeC products, the software is free of charge and when new versions are released online, users can download them at no cost.

The Sport Dash Logger is equipped with CAN and RS232 communications and comes standard with a 37 pin Deutsch Autsport connector. An optional Wideband Lambda input allows users to log air fuel mixtures and, when combined with a MoTeC E888 expansion module, the SDL provides additional scope to measure eight exhaust gas temperatures, making it ideal for high performance V8 applications such as drag racing.

The new Sport Dash Logger comes with a two year warranty.

Specification

SDL General
 
  • Microprocessor: 32 Bit High Performance
  • Manufacturing Quality standard to ISO9002
  • Field updateable Operating System
  • Non-volatile FLASH memory for data & operating system
  • High RFI Immunity
  • Rugged Aluminium Housing (IP-55, NEMA 4)
  • 37 pin Autosport connector
  • Operating Temperature: -10 to 70 DegC
  • Operating Voltage: 7 to 22 VDC
  • Operating Current: 0.25 A max.
  • Weight: 385 gms (0.85 lbs)
  • Size: 180mm x 91mm x 18mm (excluding connector)
  • Reverse Battery and Transient Protection
  • Warranty: 2 years Parts and Labour


Measurement Inputs

 

  • Inbuilt sensors
    • G force lateral
    • G force vertical
    • Battery voltage
    • Internal temp
  • 8 Analogue Voltage Inputs
    • 12 bit resolution
    • Inputs 1-4 with 0 - 5.5 V range (resolution 1.35mV)
    • Inputs 5-8 with 0 - 15.3 V range (resolution 3.74 mV)
    • Update rate up to 1000Hz
  • 4 Analogue Temperature Inputs
    • 12 bit resolution, 0 - 15.3V range
    • Internal 1K pull-up to 5V
    • Update rate up to 500 Hz
  • 2 Digital Inputs
  • 2 Speed Inputs

      Digital & Speed

    • Switch to OV, logic signal, open collector (Hall Effect), or Magnetic
    • State & Counting (1MHz)
    • Period (1 micro sec)
    • Pulse width (1 micro sec)
  • 2 Switch Inputs
  • User definable sensor calibrations


Auxiliary Outputs
 

  • 4 Digital Outputs
    • Open Collector (drives to ground) with pullup (10k ohms) to battery positive
    • Switchable On/Off
    • 0.5 Amp maximum continuous current per output, current limited and thermal overload protected


Air Fuel Ratio Measurement (Optional)
 

  • 1 high accuracy Wideband Lambda (Air/Fuel ratio) input
  • Resolution: 0.01 Lambda
  • Temperature compensated
  • Range: 0.75 to 1.2 Lambda


Data Logging
 

  • Memory: 8MB (Optional)
  • Non-volatile FLASH, field upgradeable
  • Logging of any Analogue, Digital, Serial, CAN bus or Calculated channel
  • Typical Unload Speed: ~50 seconds or less for 8Mb over USB
       CAN unload rates: 19sec/Mb
  • Automatic logging when RPM detected or user definable start/stop conditions


Calculations
 

  • Lap Time and Number
  • Running Lap Time Gain/Loss
  • Gear Detection
  • Fuel Prediction
  • Max straight speed / Min corner speed


Display
 

  • Custom LCD, High Contrast, High Temperature, Reflective    Optional Backlight
  • Display any Analogue, Digital, Serial, CAN bus channel or Calculated channel
  • 1 Display Mode
  • 70 Segment RPM bar graph with definable Range
  • 4 Numeric Display Items
  • 13 Digit Alpha Numeric Display area, 1,2 or 3 channels per line
  • (10 scrollable lines per display mode)
  • Alarm messages with Channel display and Descriptive text


Communication
 

  • USB 2.0
  • CAN data link (250Kbit to 1Mbit)
  • RS232 (receive at 1200 to 57.6 kbaud)


PC Software
 


Upgrades Available (field updateable by the user):

Data Logging
 

  • 8Mb log memory

Pro Analysis - Advanced Analysis Software
 

  • Multiple Graph Overlays
  • Suspension Analysis
  • Statistic Zoom
  • XY Plots
  • Maths functions
  • Virtual Instruments display
  • Track Map Reports: Section Times, Statistics

Lambda Measurement

  • 1 Wideband Lambda input

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