ZYLUX TygerDog TD1000A-X User Manual

Tyre pressure monitoring system (tpms)

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION................. 3 TPMS ADVANTAGES....................4 EXCLUSIVE FEATURES..................... 5 NSTALLATION ........................5 PERATION ........................6 ESIGN ..........................6 TYRE PRESSURE & SAFETY INFORMATION ........... 7 PACKAGE CONTENTS / PARTS CHECKLIST ............ 8 SYSTEM COMPONENTS ..................10 GUI LAYOUT....................... 12 INSTALLATION ......................13 ONITOR ........................
  • Page 3 LEEP ........................21 WARNINGS......................... 22 RESSURE ARNING ..................... 22 RESSURE ARNING .................... 23 EMPERATURE ARNING ..................24 ATTERY ARNING ....................25 BATTERY INFORMATION..................26 TROUBLESHOOTING....................27 SPECIFICATIONS..................... 28 REFERENCE CHART ....................29 NOTES........................... 30 USER GUIDE REVISION 1.6 – APR 2010 - 2 -...
  • Page 4: Important Information

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION • This product is designed to indicate the conditions of the air inside your vehicle’s tyres. It should not be considered as a device that will prevent any traffic accident, injury or death. • Tyres and valve stems must be checked before installation. It is very common for rubber valve stems to require replacement without showing signs of wear.
  • Page 5: Tpms Advantages

    TPMS Advantages A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is an efficient and effective solution to many current automotive safety issues. TPMS will help minimize driving risks and reduce fuel consumption. Some benefits include: Ensures safe driving conditions. Tyre pressures can alter ride comfort and handling response. Minimises chances of tyre blowout.
  • Page 6: Exclusive Features

    Exclusive Features TYREDOG is a powerful tool for maximizing uptime and improving safety. TYREDOG sets a new standard in wireless tyre pressure monitoring systems. A leading wireless TPMS solution for the light to heavy-duty car and trucking industries, TYREDOG is continuously developing new and better TPMS designs and manufacturing technologies.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Operation Real-time: Tyre pressures are updated automatically so there is no need to push buttons to check up on your tyres (except temperature). Graphical user interface (GUI): All information is displayed together so unlike other systems, there is no need to scroll through each wheel to view status.
  • Page 8: Tyre Pressure & Safety Information

    Tyre Pressure & Safety Information. • Please take the time to choose a suitable location so operation can be performed quickly and safely. o Be sure that the LCD monitor is firmly fixed to the windshield or dashboard using the supplied mounting hardware. o Please practice safe driving and only take the time necessary to read the information displayed on the screen.
  • Page 9: Package Contents / Parts Checklist

    Package Contents / Parts Checklist Item TD1000A LCD Monitor Mounting bracket. Bracket base. AAA Battery (LR03) Cigarette lighter adapter.
  • Page 10 Wheel Sensor FOUR CR1632 Lithium FOUR Battery SecureFit fixing ring FOUR Hex screw FOUR Allen Key Optional Accessories 3-way adapter set The 3-way adapter is sold supplied with individually and only available from fixing screws. an authorized TYREDOG re-seller. (RECCOMMENDED ONLY FOR DEEP DISH OR TRUCK WHEELS) Replacement Replacement sensors are sold...
  • Page 11: System Components

    System Components Mute Temperature Antenna Backlight Screw hole for bracket Power switch Monitor Bracket hooker Battery cover Connect to cigarette adapter Front of Monitor Back of Monitor Mounting Bracket Fixing Screw Monitor bracket Angle adjustment Pivoting ball joint Bracket base...
  • Page 12 Tyredog Sensor The sensor has two sections: The sensor cap and sensor body. Its lightweight design and external application is intended to aid the user to install tyre pressure system at home without any technical knowledge or assistance. Battery cover Valve stem connection 3-way adapter Valve stem connection...
  • Page 13: Gui Layout

    GUI Layout...
  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation The LCD monitor can be powered by 2x AAA batteries, or your car’s power by using the supplied cigarette lighter adapter. Please follow the steps below outlining how to install batteries into the monitor and sensors and powering up the system for the first time. To install batteries, push the lever down as shown and open the cover.
  • Page 15: Sensors

    Remove the sensor cap and insert the battery like shown. The LCD monitor will beep, and the corresponding display for that sensor flash, alternating between ‘Lo.P’ and ’00.0’. Replace the battery cover and ensure it is screwed on tight. Blinking EG: Sensor RL is online, but no pressure is detected.
  • Page 16 Visually inspect your tyre’s valves for any damage or defect before fitting to ensure further damage does not occur. If you do notice that something is not right with your valves, have them checked by a tyre professional. 1. After removing the original valve caps, slide the SecureFit fixing ring over the valve stem with the flat surface towards the wheel.
  • Page 17: Mounting Bracket

    Your Tyredog is supplied with two different monitor mounting options. Please only use the stick on base when you are sure of a permanent position. Screw the monitor arm to the base you have chosen making sure the ball joint is seated correctly in the socket. Hook the bracket into the slot at the rear of the unit and tighten the screw.
  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation Main button locations Mute Temperature Backlight Power switch When the unit is switched on, the boot up screen Power Switch will be displayed, and then the home screen. (When booting for the first time, all sensors will show 00.0psi values) At any other time, the most recent information will be displayed.
  • Page 19: Main Button Functions

    Main button functions Pressing the mute button will disable all audible Mute warnings. This is indicated by the speaker icon with a strike thorough it on the GUI. Pressing the temperature button will illuminate the Temperature display and show all temperatures for 5 seconds. When on battery power, pressing the backlight Backlight button will illuminate the screen for 5 seconds.
  • Page 20: Setting Warnings

    Setting Warnings Holding the mute button for 6 seconds will enable Mute the settings menu. The settings menu has five sub-levels which are shown below. The Temperature and Backlight buttons are used to adjust the setting values. Press mute again to advance to the next setting. SEt Uni Pressure unit KPA –...
  • Page 21: System Reset

    System Reset To reset all stored values, turn on the monitor while holding the Temperature button. Once the power is turned on, continue holding the Temperature button and the monitor will beep once then again 1 second later to confirm that the settings have been cleared.
  • Page 22: Sleep Mode

    Once the system is in learning mode, you can proceed to program your new learnable sensors. Simply insert the battery into the learnable sensor to activate its code in the monitor’s memory. When the code is learnt, the monitor will beep once, and the new code will be displayed in the corresponding wheel location on the display.
  • Page 23: Warnings

    Warnings Low Pressure Warning If a tyre’s pressure drops below the low pressure threshold, the monitor will beep three times and back light will illuminate for four seconds. The corresponding sensor location will alternate between the current pressure and “Lo.P.” The monitor will continue to beep 3 times for every 1 PSI the pressure drops until the problem is rectified.
  • Page 24: High Pressure Warning

    High Pressure Warning If a tyre’s pressure rises above the high pressure threshold, the monitor will beep three times and back light will illuminate for four seconds. The corresponding sensor location will alternate between the current pressure and “Hi.P.” The monitor will continue to beep 3 times for every 1 PSI the pressure rises until the problem is rectified.
  • Page 25: High Temperature Warning

    High Temperature Warning If a tyre’s temperature rises above the high temperature threshold, the monitor will beep three times and back light will illuminate for four seconds. The corresponding sensor location will alternate between the current pressure and “Hi.t.” The monitor will continue to beep 3 times for every 1 degree the temperature rises until the problem is rectified.
  • Page 26: Low Battery Warning

    Low Battery Warning With daily use, the battery level will decrease. Usual battery life is expected to be between 6 and 12 months for both monitor and sensor. When the monitor batteries are running low, a horizontal low battery indicator will be displayed in the middle section of the screen. (LEFT) When a sensor battery is running low, a vertical low battery indicator will be displayed in the corner of the screen respective to the sensor.
  • Page 27: Battery Information

    Battery Information Under normal conditions, sensor batteries will last approximately 12 months. Depending on operation conditions and frequency of use, battery life can be shorter or longer. Tyredog Sensors use battery type ‘CR1632’ (3 Volt Lithium Button Cell) CR1632 batteries are available for purchase from your nearest Tyredog reseller. Notes on batteries Keep lithium batteries out of reach of children.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If any sensors are failing to give a reading, or you feel an incorrect reading is being given, follow this procedure; 1. Turn the monitor off. 2. Remove batteries from all sensors. 3. Remove all sensors from valves. 4. Turn the monitor back on. 5.
  • Page 29: Specifications

    Product specifications Sensor specification Frequency 433.92MHz Pressure range 0-60 PSI Accuracy Pressure: ±1.5 PSI – Temp: ±2 Degrees Celsius Operating voltage 3 Volts DC Operating temperature -40~125 Degrees Celsius Battery life 12 months (depending on daily operation time) Dimensions 20.5mm Diameter x 20mm Height Weight 10 g (±1g) Monitor specification...
  • Page 31: Notes

    Hotline: (03) 9482 2203 Website: www.zylux.com.au If the Authorised Supplier and / or Zylux (Tyredog) service centre concludes that while under normal use, a product failure or malfunction occurred during the warranty period and was caused by a defect in material or workmanship (see Exclusions), the Customer will be asked to ship to the nearest service point.
  • Page 32 Distributed by: ZYLUX DISTRIBUTION PTY. LTD. 166 Christmas Street, Fairfield, Vic, 3078 Website: www.zylux.com.au Email: info@zylux.com.au Tel: (03) 9482 2203...

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