Dakota Digital BIM-17-1 Manual

Dakota Digital BIM-17-1 Manual

Bus interface module for compass and outside temperature

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Bus Interface Module for compass and outside temperature
Mount the module
on a flat surface so
that it is level with
the road. Avoid
fans, speakers,
heavy wiring, and
steel bars.
It is preferable to
mount it as high in
the vehicle as
possible to minimize
interference from the
road.
Connect to main
chassis ground
+12V
KEY ON POWER
(fused 5 - 20 AMP max)
This Bus Interface Module has an internal compass sensor and an input for the included digital air temperature sensor,
SEN-15-1. There are two interface ports on the module. Either one can be connected to the gauge system or to
another module, allowing several units to be daisy chained together. Do not connect the I/O port to anything other
than a Dakota Digital gauge or BIM. Do not mount the module in the engine compartment; it should be mounted in
interior of the vehicle. If there are several modules being used, it may be easiest to attach this one as the last module
in the series. Six foot and twelve foot cables are included to allow flexibility in the mounting location of the compass
module and routing of the cable.
Each unit connected to the bus needs a unique ID number assigned to it. It can be assigned an ID from 1 – 16 or
turned off. The factory default ID number is 8. The compass must be calibrated in the vehicle before it can begin
reading properly. The display will flash between 'SET' and '-CL' until it has been calibrated in your vehicle.
Specs for each input are:
Sensor
Internal compass
SEN-15
Temperature unit will follow the unit set for the main water temp gauge.

Air temperature sensor mounting:

Make sure the temperature sensor probe can get adequate air flow. For outside temperature measurement,
the front grill area or above the front bumper may be a good location. It should be in a location that can get good air
flow across it while the vehicle is moving. When you are sitting still for a long period of time after driving the
temperature reading may begin to rise due to the engine heat radiating forward.
www.dakotadigital.com
techsupport@dakotadigital.com
605-332-6513
GND PWR
T-
Range
N-NE-E-SE-S-SW-W-NW
-40 – 255 ° F
BIM-17-1
BIM-17-1
COMPASS / TEMP
T+
To gauge control box
or another BIM
resolution
warning
1° internally
when outside interference is present
1° F
-24 – 40
Mount the
temperature sensor
in the front grill area
or another location
that can get good air
flow while the
vehicle is being
driven.
Manual #650345

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Summary of Contents for Dakota Digital BIM-17-1

  • Page 1 Do not connect the I/O port to anything other than a Dakota Digital gauge or BIM. Do not mount the module in the engine compartment; it should be mounted in interior of the vehicle.
  • Page 2 The setup section on the following page shows how to set up the module for different mounting positions so that it shows the correct headings. BIM-17-1 BIM-17-1 www.dakotadigital.com www.dakotadigital.com...
  • Page 3 • Press and hold the switch to save the setting. The BIM will restart with the new settings. heading: -0- heading: -0- flip: flip: FRONT VEHICLE BIM-17-1 www.dakotadigital.com techsupport@dakotadigital.com 605-332-6513 COMPASS / TEMP GND PWR Label up Label down heading: 180...
  • Page 4 The calibration and warning points are set up through the gauge display system. The calibration should be done in an open area such as an empty parking lot to avoid any external interference. Only VFD3/3X controls with a plastic case support adding BIM’s. For VFD3, VFD3X, and VHX systems follow these steps: •...
  • Page 5 Troubleshooting quick tips: While the BIM is operating, the dot in the upper left corner of the display will indicate the status. On steady indicates it is powered up but not receiving any bus activity. Flashing indicates it is communicating on the bus. The display will flash between ‘SET’...
  • Page 6 Dakota Digital’s option. This warranty does not cover nor extend to damage to the vehicle’s systems, and does not cover removal or reinstallation of the product.

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