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VACUUM FLUORESCENT DIGITAL DASHBOARD
SERIES 3X
NOW WITH
SOLID STATE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this before beginning installation or wiring.
IMPORTANT NOTE!
This system has an odometer preset option that is only
available for the first 100 miles (160km) of operation. See odometer preset section
for instructions and setup information.
MAN 650067:G
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- Page 1 VACUUM FLUORESCENT DIGITAL DASHBOARD SERIES 3X NOW WITH SOLID STATE SENSOR TECHNOLOGY INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL Please read this before beginning installation or wiring. IMPORTANT NOTE! This system has an odometer preset option that is only available for the first 100 miles (160km) of operation. See odometer preset section for instructions and setup information.
- Page 2 The vacuum fluorescent displays are made of glass and should be handled with care. MOUNTING SINGLE LENS SYSTEMS Your DAKOTA DIGITAL single lens system will come to you with a single acrylic lens and instrumentation that is mounted in an aluminum case. The lens and the instrumentation have corresponding mounting holes.
- Page 3 MOUNTING VFD3X-1002B SYSTEMS There are two methods for mounting the display assembly into your dash. The first method is to cut an opening in the dash the size of the inside lip and “sandwich” the display assembly between the bezel and the mounting plate. The second method is to cut an opening in the dash the size of the outside of the bezel and mount the entire display assembly from the back using six #10 or #8 mounting studs attached to the back of the dash.
- Page 4 Method #1 Cut a rectangular hole where you want the display assembly mounted that is 1-11/16” tall x 17” long. Next round the ends to match the bezel. The hole should be 18-11/16” long in the center from end to end. Remove the six screws that secure the mounting plate to the display panel.
- Page 5 Brake Warning indicator 4x4 indicator Wait to Start indicator Cruise Control indicator Gear Position indicator which displays full gear word with use of Dakota Digital GSS- 2000 (Purchased separately) Special outputs Shift output to activate external light Selectable 2000ppm or 4000ppm speed output for cruise or ECM (not available when...
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Page 6: Message Display
MESSAGE DISPLAY Since the VFD 3X systems use a shared message center for speed and tach messages both Switch 1 (SW1) and Switch 2 (SW2) are used to cycle through the various messages. Use SW1 to select different message screens (Mileage, Performance, Tach Bar). Use SW2 to change between different readings within the same screen (Trip A, Trip B, Service or km/h, Hours, Hi RPM). -
Page 7: Control Box Mounting
CONTROL BOX MOUNTING Once the display panel is in place, mount the control box within reach of the ribbon cable on the display panel (approximately 3 feet). Choose a mounting location that will allow you access to wire all of the inputs on the control box. Double sided tape, hook and loop fasteners, or screws in the two tabs on the case work fine for securing the control box under the dash. -
Page 8: Terminal Descriptions
Parking Brake Switch ECU/ECM Check Engine High Beam Output DISPLAY PANEL Wire DAKOTA DIGITAL Left Turn Right Turn Transfer Case GSS UNIT Signal Wire RIBBON CABLE Signal Wire Switch 1-Wire output CONNECTION Optional ONLY! Glow Plug Relay Wait To Start... - Page 9 “TACH”. If a diesel engine is being used, you will need a tach interface, such as Dakota Digital’s DSL-1 or DSL-2. Be aware of the cylinder setting when using computer outputs or reading the tach signal from an ECU. GM LS engines require the tach to be set up for a 4 cylinder, low voltage signal when reading from the ECU even though it is a V8 engine.
- Page 10 Dakota Digital supplies a 3-wire sensor for most of its kits; SEN-01-5. If you are using this sensor, the WHITE wire is the speed signal; connect to SPD SND. The RED and BLACK wires in the cable are power and ground (5V DC) and their connection is discussed in SPD + and SPD -.
- Page 11 WHITE/BLUE connects to the ADJ SND. *This terminal should not be used for grounding any other sensors or devices as damage to the control box will occur. If not using a Dakota Digital DIM-1, this terminal should be left open.
- Page 12 WTR – This is the ground reference used for 2-wire water temp sensors. This will connect to one of the BROWN or BLACK wires from the Dakota Digital SEN-04-5. The BLUE or RED wire will connect to the WTR SND terminal.
- Page 13 This output is not typically used. It is a low current +12V supply for powering solid state fuel sensors. Currently, it does not have an application for any Dakota Digital fuel level sensors. ***This terminal should not be used with a typical resistive type fuel sensor. For most applications, leave this terminal open.
- Page 14 The GEAR terminal is used for the gear shift indicator. The indicator is built into every system, but will not light up unless a Dakota Digital GSS-1000/2000/5000 gear shift sending unit is connected, telling the system what gear the transmission is in. The gear shift sending unit is not included with the system and must be purchased separately if desired.
- Page 15 This jack is used to connect bus expansion modules (BIM). Do not attempt to plug in any other device to this jack or damage to the control box will occur. This connector should be left open, unless using a Dakota Digital product designed for it. Operation is discussed with BIM units purchased separately.
- Page 16 Setting up the control box Below is a list of all of the setup menus. You must have SW1 wired to enter setup; descriptions of each menu are below. Pay close attention to Setup Menus and settings as incorrect settings will cause faulty readings on the displays. Main Menu Sub Menu Description____________________...
- Page 17 You can also read the speed signal with the use of a bus interface module (BIM). Dakota Digital offers the BIM-01-1 that will allow you to read the speed signal from an ECU if you are installing the system in a vehicle equipped with an OBDII diagnostic port or a drivetrain from a newer vehicle.
- Page 18 (Auto Cal continued) NOTES: You do not have to drive at a constant speed nor do you have to avoid stopping during Auto Cal. When completed, you do not need to stop, you may, but you can also just press and release SW1 as you pass the 1 mile mark. The message display cannot be used to determine when the mile has been driven;...
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Page 19: Tachometer Setup
Speed Output (OUTPUT) If a speed signal is needed for an ECM or cruise control, the SPD OUT terminal can be used. This terminal can supply a 2000 ppm or 4000 ppm signal. If a BIM-01-1 is used to supply the speedometer reading, this output is not available. - Page 20 Display update setup (UPDATE) The display update rate can be adjusted so the reading on the tachometer doesn’t change so quickly. This is a personal preference and is used to “slow” the reading by averaging. The value can be changed from slow, mid, or fast. When “UPDATE”...
- Page 21 “DD C” to read in Celsius. You can also read the temp with the use of a bus interface module (BIM). Dakota Digital offers the BIM-01-1 that will allow you to read the engine temp signal from an ECU if you are installing the system in a vehicle equipped with an OBDII diagnostic port or a drivetrain from a newer vehicle.
- Page 22 Release the switch to go onto the next menu. OIL PRESSURE SETUP Dakota Digital only offers one pressure sensor for this system, SEN-03-8, 0-100 psi solid state sensor with 1/8” NPT threads. This is the sender “NORMAL” selection. If “BUS” is selected for the sender type, the oil pressure reading should be coming into the AUX I/O port through the use of a BIM module.
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Page 23: Fuel Setup
This can be used for a diagnostic tool if you are having trouble or feel that the reading is incorrect. For the Dakota Digital SEN-03-8, 0-100 psi sensor, the voltage increases with pressure. At 0 psi, the voltage should be close to 0.5V at 100 psi the voltage should be close to 4.5V. - Page 24 Fuel sensor setup (SENDER) This menu is used to select the fuel level sensor type. The table, on previous page, shows the seven options and resistance ranges as well as the custom option. Note: You need to calibrate the custom sensor to your specific fuel sensor if you are using this option in the custom setup in the steps below.
- Page 25 DIM terminal has power applied to it. If you are using the separately purchased DIM-1 kit from Dakota Digital, this brightness level doesn’t matter as you have total control of the brightness level with the twist of a knob.
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Page 26: Information Menu
This information can only be displayed if an optional gear sending unit from Dakota Digital, part number GSS-2000 is purchased, and wire the GEAR (1-WIRE) input or if the Dakota Digital BIM-01-1 OBDII bus interface is purchased and connected with a compatible transmission. - Page 27 ODOMETER PRESET MENU The control box will allow you to set the odometer reading to match your current odometer reading, ONE time within the first 100 miles. Once the odometer has more than 100 miles, this menu option will no longer be displayed. Make sure you have correctly selected the units to be either MPH or km/h and calibrated your speedometer first.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
The display panel is damaged, Return the display panel to light up at all, all others corner of the display is white, or Dakota Digital for repair. Include work correctly. the display is cracked or broken a phone number and address. - Page 29 Symptom Possible Problem Solution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The tachometer reading The tachometer signal wire is Check the connections at both is incorrect. loose or broken. ends of the wire. The engine cylinder setting is Refer to the “Tach Setup” section incorrect. of the installation manual. The speedometer will The speed sending unit is not Check that all speed sending...
- Page 30 Symptom Possible Problem Solution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The fuel display reads The control box may be set for Refer to “Fuel Setup” backwards, incorrectly, the wrong type of fuel sender. section of the installation manual or does not change. to ensure that the settings match your fuel sender.
- Page 31 Symptom Possible Problem Solution ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Check Engine The Engine Control Module Connect a bulb with one wire to indicator stays on (ECM) needs to see the keyed power and the other to all of the time. load of a light connected to it. the CHECK ENG terminal.
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Page 32: Temperature Sensor Connection
TEMPERATURE SENSOR CONNECTION The sender must be Dakota Digital part SEN-15-1. Sending units from other manufacturers will cause incorrect readings. The red wire on the sensor connects to the gray wire on the clock. The black wire connects to the black wire or the case of the clock. - Page 33 Troubleshooting guide. Problem Possible cause Solution Clock will not light up Ignition key is not on. Make sure the key is on. Red wire does not have Connect to a location that has power power. only when the key is on. White/Red wire does not have Connect to a location that has power power.
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Page 34: Service And Repair
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. - Page 35 This Page Intentionally Left Blank MAN 650067:G...
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