Defi DF07401 Operation Manual

BF Tachometer &
Blue Racer Gauge Tachometer
Operation Manual
DF07401,DF07402,DF07403,
DF07501,DF07502,DF07503
DF07101,DF07201
This product is an additional tachometer. When installing and operating this product, be sure to read the
cautionary items of this operation manual as well as those given in the operation manual for the vehicle in
which this product will be installed. Please obtain a full understanding of the cautionary items and use the
product accordingly.
In the event that this product (or the vehicle in which it is installed) is lent to or transferred to another
person, please be sure this operation manual accompanies the product.
URL http://www.defi-shop.com/
Before Installation(for installation personnel)
In this manual, the degree of hazard arising from actions such as improper operation is separated into the 3 levels "Danger,"
"Warning," and "Caution." In addition, instructions that must be followed for safe and proper use of this product as well as
practices that must be maintained are marked with a "Confirmation" heading. Please read and become familiar with these
sections.
Danger
Indicates the imminent dangerous situation of death or serious injury if the product is mishandled.
Warning Indicates the possibility of death or serious injury if the product is mishandled.
Indicates a conceivable source of personal injury or damage to equipment if the product is
Caution
improperly operated.
Confirmation
Indicates an instruction that must be performed or practice that must be maintained.
Danger
●Ensure that the vehicle will remain stationary and turn off the engine before installing this product. Failure to do so
could result in a fire, and could make the vehicle move during installation.
●Remove the key from the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal prior to installation of this product.
Failure to do so could result in a fire caused by an electrical short circuit.
●Take care not to install this product in a way that interferes with safety equipment such as seat belts and air bag
systems or vehicle operation equipment such as engine controls, steering wheel or brake systems. Interference
with normal operation of the vehicle can result in an accident or fire.
●Solder or use a solderless connector for wiring connections and make sure connections are insulated. In areas
where there could be tension or sudden impacts on the wiring, safeguard the wiring with corrugated tubing or other
shock absorbent material. Accidental shorts can cause fires.
●The ignition-switched +12V(IGN) line must be connected to the vehicle's ignition-switched wire with a fuse of 30A or
less. High-capacity fuse(more than 30A) will not blowout even with an abnormal current flow and may cause fire.
●Use a fuse of regulated capacity when the fuse of the power wire is changed. Using a fuse that exceeds regulated
capacity may cause fire.
Warning
●Carefully consider the installation location and driver's operation of the product before
installation. Do not install the product where it interrupts driving and the safety deices of vehicle.
Be sure not to install the unit where it could fall. Improper installation or operation could cause
the product to fall and damage the vehicle or cause serious danger by impeding driving.
●Do not disassemble or modify this product. Such actions can not only damage or destroy the
product but will also void the warranty.
●Do not perform installation of this product immediately after the engine has been switched off.
The engine and exhaust system are extremely hot at this time and can cause burns if touched.
●Ensure that the wiring of this product does not have an adverse impact on the other wiring of the vehicle. Any
controlling devices or other electronic components of the vehicle could be damaged.
●Please keep children and infants away from the installation area. Children may swallow small parts or be injured in
other ways.
Caution
●This product is designed for use on 12V vehicles. Do not install this product on vehicles with 24V
systems.
●Insulate any unused wires. If any wires or connectors loosen during installation, please make
sure they are correctly reattached.
●Dropping any of the components of this product will result in damage to the product.
●Excessive force on switches/terminals may result in damage to the product.
●Use only the wires provided. If additional wires are required, use the same of quality and gauge wire as is provided
with the kit.
●Do not attach wires on the body of the vehicle or engine parts as this may result in damage to the product.
●Install wires away from ignition and also radio signal frequency interference as this could cause the gauges to
malfunction.
●Do not place wires near the engine, exhaust pipe or turbine. It may result in damage or fusion of wires.
●Wear gloves to avoid burns when soldering and cuts when working with wiring.
●Make sure the waterproof processing is done when diverging wires in the engine compartment.
●Do not pull the wires out of connectors forcefully. The connectors may be
broken and the wires may be cut. When pulling out the wires, press the
lock firmly and unclip the locks of connectors.
●Do not install gauges in dashboard on passenger's side in case an air bag
is not equipped on the passenger's side. It doesn't meet vehicle safety
standards.
Confirmation
●Be sure to follow all instructions in this manual to ensure safe installation and operation of the product.
●When the negative (-) battery terminal is disconnected, equipment such as clocks and audio components having
internal memory may lose their memory data. Follow the operation manual of each component to reset data after
installation of this product.
●After installation is complete, return this operation manual and the package to the customer along with the warranty.
●If car navigation system or car television is installed in vehicle, gauges and wires of this product need to be kept as
far away as possible from the wiring and installing positions of car navigation system or car television. Failure to do
so may result in interference of television display(VHF).
About Installation and Operation(for customer and installation personnel)
Warning
●Please have this product installed by the retail store or dealer where it was purchased. Installation by the customer
will void the warranty.
●Do not disassemble or modify this product. Such actions can not only damage or destroy the product but will also
void the warranty.
●In order to ensure safe driving, check the information on the gauge only for short periods of time. Looking at the
display for long periods of time could distract adequate attention from the road and result in an accident.
●Discontinue use of this product if nothing is displayed, water gets into the unit, or smoke or a strange odor comes
from the unit. If such a condition occurs, contact the sales outlet or installation personnel as soon as possible.
Continued use while the condition exists could result in an accident or fire.
●Do not operate during driving.
Caution
●On no event will Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. be liable to you for any damages arising out of the use or inability to use the
product, even if Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. has been advised of the possibility of such damage.
●Do not pull the wires out of connectors forcefully. The connectors may be broken and the wires may be cut. When
pulling out the wires, press the lock firmly and unclip the locks of connectors.
Confirmation
●This product cannot be linked to the Defi-Link System.
●The RPM of this product are for reference purposes only. Please drive according to the indication of vehicle's
originally equipped instruments.
●This product can be used only on 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 cylinder vehicles with 4 cycle engine. Refer to the Product
Specifications. Engine revolution signal of diesel vehicles cannot be displayed.
Warranty
* Refer to Terms and Conditions
* Do not peel the labels sticked on the manual and the backside of the gauge.
DF07
Product No. Lot. No.
Customer:
Name/Address
Shop:
Name/Address/Phone No.
'08.06-2
Warranty Period
'
From the date of purchase • •
Defi Business Division
190-1 Fujihashi 1-chome, Nagaoka-shi, Niigata 940-2141 JAPAN
E-mail: defishop@nippon-seiki.co.jp
URL: http://www.defi-shop.com/
C U T H E R E
Main Features
（for customer）
●Stepping motor "STS26A"
Maximum angle of deflective 270° (full sweep) is controlled by the microcomputer up to 4600 division
（0.057° each) to provide high precision in the accuracy of information generated.
The stepping motor is sufficient for quick response of all sorts of professional motorsports.
●LED illumination
The gauge dial is invisible while the ignition switch is off. Once the ignition switch is turned on, a clear
display appears by colored LED illumination.
The gauge dial illumination and the red emitting needle pointer provide high visibility.
●Opening and closing modes
The gauge dial and the needle pointer performs opening and closing modes interlocked with turning
ON/OFF of the ignition.
●Adjustable brightness
There are 5 stages of brightness for the daytime and 6 stages for the nighttime. The brightness can be
decreased/increased with the vehicle lights switched on/off.
●Dual warnings of light and buzzer
Two customer-defined warning RPMs can be set. When the RPMs are exceeded, the warning LED
blinks/lights up and the warning buzzer sounds.
●Exclusive large-sized indicator
The exclusive large-sized indicator which lights in green and red enhances the visibility of warnings in
addition to the warning LED in the gauge.
●Peak memory function
disassemble/ The maximum RPM during driving can be stored and checked later.
modify
●Detachable switch unit
The large-sized switch unit with light is fixable on the gauge and is also detachable.
●Exclusive mounting band and back case
The gauge is clinched by using the exclusive mounting band and back case. Wires can be stored in
the back case neatly.
●Integrated rev adapter
By having the Defi rev adapter built-in, the tachometer works on vehicles with DIS (Distributor-less
Ignition System) which engine speed signals cannot be picked up due to connection vehicle control
units with serial communication.
Lineup
（for customer）
24V
BF Tachometer BF Tachometer
Part Number Display Range Illumination color (gauge dial & switch unit)
DF07401 0 - 9000RPM
DF07402 0 - 9000RPM
DF07403 0 - 9000RPM
DF07501 0 - 11000RPM
DF07502 0 - 11000RPM
DF07503 0 - 11000RPM
Blue Racer Gauge Tachometer Blue Racer Gauge Tachometer
Part Number Display Range Illumination color (gauge dial & switch unit)
DF07101 0 - 9000RPM
DF07201 0 - 11000RPM
Product Specifications(for customer and installation personnel)
DC10V to 15V（For 12V vehicles）
Power Supply Voltage
Current Consumption +B (red) line MAX 0.4A
(Dark current 0mA)
IGN (orange) line MAX 0.4A
ILM (white) line MAX 2mA
Operational Temperature Range −20 to ＋60℃, −4 to ＋140゜F （under 80％ relative humidity）
−40 to ＋80℃, −40 to ＋176゜F （under 80％ relative humidity）
Storage Temperature Range
Applicable Number of Cylinders 1・2・3・4・5・6・8
Applicable Engine Speed Pulse Engine speed input 1(blue) <V1> 4.0V and above <V2> 0∼1.5V 【Graph1】
[※1]Refer to graphs below. Engine speed input 2(light blue) <V1> 1.5∼4.0V <V2> 0∼1.0V 【Graph2】
Display Range Refer to the Lineup section.
Refer to the Dimensions section.
Dimensions
820g, 1.8lb（including gauge, switch unit, wires, package）
Gross Weight
[※１]The wave form of the engine speed signal should meet the requirements of Graph1 or Graph2.
【Graph1】 Engine speed input 1 【Graph2】 Engine speed input 2
(Use blue wire) (Use light blue wire)
Volt Volt
4.0V and 1.5V∼4.0V
above
0∼1.5V 0∼1V
Time
Parts List
（for customer and installation personnel）
The following parts are included with this product. Confirm that all parts are present before installing the product. In
addition, these parts are sold separately for part replacement. Contact your retailer for further information.
NOTE: A Japanese operation manual, a wiring manual, and a questionnaire card are included other than the parts
listed below. They are effective only in Japan.
Part Name
①Gauge
②Switch unit(wire 45cm, 1.48ft)
③Regular Position Bezel
④Back case
⑤Mounting band
⑥Mounting rubber
⑦Power supply & tachometer signal wire 2.2m, 7.2ft
⑧Indicator(wire 20cm, 7.8in)
⑨Operation manual
1 year
∼
⑩Terms and Conditions
Optional Parts(for customer)
Part Name
Φ80(3 1/8") Back case set
（Back case ｘ1, Buffer ｘ1）
Power supply & tachometer signal wire
Φ80(3 1/8") Mounting band set
（Mounting band ｘ1, Mounting rubber ｘ1）
Φ80(3 1/8") Mounting bracket set
（Mounting bracket x1、M6 bolt x2, Spring lock washer x2,
Washer x2, Spacer x1, Tapping screw x2）
Φ80(3 1/8") Regular Position Bezel
Fuse for Power supply wire(1A) 2pcs
Dimensions in mm(inches) and part names
Gauge Gauge
9.9(0.39")
PEAK LED(Blue)
Warning LED(Red)
Switch Unit Switch Unit
31.4(1.24")
27(1.06") 15.7(0.62")
▲switch
▼switch
Wire 45cm(1.48ft)
23.7(0.93")
Indicator Indicator
78(3.07")
White
Amber Red
BF Blue
White
Amber Red
29.7(1.18") Wire 20cm(7.8")
BF Blue
The indicator is exclusive to this tachometer.
Cannot be connected to other products.
Design of dial plate Design of dial plate
Racer Gauge Blue
BF Tachometer
Racer Gauge Blue
PEAK LED(Blue)
Warning LED(Red)
Time
Assembling example Assembling example
Quantity Part Name Quantity
1 ⑪Mounting bracket 1
1 ⑫Attachment for switch unit 1
1 ⑬M6 bolt 2
⑭Spring lock washer
1 2
1 2
⑮Washer
1 1
⑯Spacer
1 ⑰Buffer 1
⑱Double sided tape
1 1
1 ⑲Tapping screw 2
1 ⑳Solderless connector 5
Part Number
PDF07101G
PDF07102H
PDF07103G
PDF07104G
Switch
PDF07105G
unit wire
PDF07113G
power supply &
tachometer
signal wire
▼Regular Position Bezel
Connector for indicator
Regular Position Bezel is a ring to fit onto the gauge front. The ▼ mark can be used as an indicator
of warning or shift-up in addition to the warning LED and the external indicator. By setting the ▼
mark at idling engine speed, you can notice the slight difference of your vehicle.
Regular Position Bezel is removable from the gauge. To change the position of the ▼ mark, remove
it once and then attach it again.
Installation
●Carefully read the "Before Installation" and "About Installation and Operation" sections of the manual concerning
30.1(1.19") Connector for switch unit
installation and operation. Then install the product properly and safely. Installation in an unsuitable location or
58(2.29")
improper installation can result in the product falling from its position or damage to the vehicle.
Connector for power supply & tachometer signal wire
Mounting Bracket Mounting Bracket
●Take care not to scratch the gauge or vehicle by hitting or glinding the parts.
30(1.18")
●Do not pull the wires out of connectors forcefully. The connectors
may be broken and the wires may be cut. When pulling out the
wires, press the lock firmly and unclip the locks of connectors.
STEP１ Wiring power supply & tachometer signal wire STEP１ Wiring power supply & tachometer signal wire
1) Disconnect negative (−) battery cable of the vehicle.
2) Wire the power supply & tachometer signal wire as shown in the following figure.
Power supply & tachometer signal wire（2.2ｍ, 7.2ft)
50(1.97")
6P
This figure is printed on the
package at full scale. Cut and
※Connect either blue wire or light blue wire referring to the specification of this manual and the service manual for
use it to locate the mounting
your vehicle.
bracket and position the screws.
※Insulate the unconnected wire(either blue wire or light blue wire).
※In case any other Defi-Link products are already installed in the vehicle, supply power from the same source as the
Defi-Link products to perform the opening and closing mode at the same time. If the power is supplied from the
different source from the others, gauges may not perform the opening and closing mode at the same time.
Blue Racer Gauge Tachometer
3) Reconnect negative (−) battery cable of the vehicle.
STEP２ Wiring check STEP２ Wiring check
1) Connect the power supply & tachometer signal wire to the back side of the gauge.
2) Turn the key in the ignition. Then check the gauge illumination is lighted and the gauge pointer moves. (Refer to the
opening mode of Operation section.)
※The gauge is assembled and clamped down in the next step. During assembling, the gauge illumination is not
lighted. Check the zero point at this stage. The gauge pointer may not be in the proper position when you purchase.
Once the power is turned on, it points back to the zero point.
3) Turn on the vehicle lights and make sure the gauge illumination is dimmed.
PEAK LED(Blue) 4) Turn the ignition key off. Then check the gauge pointer points back to the zero point and the gauge illumination is
turned off. (Refer to the ending mode of Operation section.)
Warning LED(Red)
5) To fix the gauge on a vehicle in the next step, disconnect the power supply & tachometer signal wire.
92.1(3.63")
76.5(3.01")
▼Regular Position Bezel
34.2(1.35")
69.2(2.72")
The mounting band is movable 4mm up and down.
Holes for indicator wire or switch unit wire
A hole for power supply & tachometer
signal wire
Indicator wire
Storage space for
switch unit wire
A hole for power supply & tachometer signal wire
（for customer and installation personnel）
Warning
Caution
Fuse 1A
Red： Battery（To 12V battery wire）
Black： GND (To ground, negative battery terminal）
Orange： IGN (To 12V wire when ignition is on)
White： +ILM (To 12V wire when small light is on)
Blue： Engine speed input 1
(Connect if the wave form of the engine speed signal is conformed with the graph1 of specification.)
Light blue： Engine speed input 2
(Connect if the wave form of the engine speed signal is conformed with the graph2 of specification.)
See reverse side: Fix the gauge on a vehicle in the STEP3.⇒