Dl1

[boxheadmr]

Hi,

I have had one for a little while now and wanted to see if anyone else had one and there experiences with it.

Happy to share some data and discuss issues etc.

There might not be anyone but hopefully.

Matt

[phunky_monkey]

I don't have one Matt, but am curious to find out how you like yours?

[blackrex]

I've been using them for a number of years now, and have not had any issues with them. My current setup is a DL1 (6G,Gyro, 20Hz GPS), Dash3 and Video4. I have also used the Dash2 in a prior car, and would have used it in the current car but it would not fit properly.

[boxheadmr]

the are quiet fiddly at the start but once you get the hang of it and set it all up it performs well. Prices have dropped a bit which is nice for those looking at them now but factor in a good amount of time spent to install it properly.

Mine was one of the first of the new versions i think that came out with the serial port in the rear, it had some problems with the sat's in the sth hemisphere and how it was set up so had to be sent back to the UK.

I have the Dash 2 with sensors for Ambient and intake temps, water exit temp, engine oil temp, diff oil temp, oil pressure, TPS, wired up the brake pedal switch as well.

I am running a power fc so are not able to use some of the new functions they have come out with the cables that log everything from the ECU but this can save a heap of hassle.

Accuracy is very good and with the 20hz and going through the right start log procedure i find i have very minimal walking with the gps aerial sitting on the dash of the car.

[boxheadmr]

anyone else running a DL1?

[djr81]

I have one. A little underwhelmed to be honest.

[blackrex]

I have just seen the new products coming from Race Technology for 2011, if you are looking at getting a Data Logger, it might be worth waiting for a little while, I believe the the official release will be by the end of the month.

[boxheadmr]

I have one. A little underwhelmed to be honest.

Share your problems, i have had a few in setting up and running. Even had to send back to the UK.

I have just seen the new products coming from Race Technology for 2011, if you are looking at getting a Data Logger, it might be worth waiting for a little while, I believe the the official release will be by the end of the month.

Do tell? You can't throw a line out and not put some detail out.

[blackrex]

I can't release a lot of information, technically I should not have seen half of the gear that I did see.

DL1, more ports and SD cards now, USB connectivity, switched output ports, new faster processor.

DL1Pro, Mil spec connectors and water resistant case.

DL2 has some hardware updates, more major ones later in the year.

Dash 4 Pro, a fully configurable dash along the lines of the Motec MDD.

There is also a number of incremental upgrades to other products in their range.

[djr81]

Well that all sounds (& is) good but it doesn't count for much when you cant pick up satellites or the auto start feature doesn't work on half the functions. Or for that matter you send it back to get fixed & they pronounce it fine when it just isn't.

Anyway fingers crossed the new ones will be better.

[boxheadmr]

blackrex - updates sound great but bit of a shame for those that have already have items. Hopefully updates available for all.

dj81r, i had similar issues but got it soughted. if you are stuck i have a good guy that can help

[BBGTR]

Hi,

I've had a DL1 for nearly 9 years and love it.

More data anaylsis options in the software than I know what to do with. GPS can be a bit latent to pick up satelites at Phillip Island sometimes. I have the 5hz antenna from years ago so should upgrade.

The best piece of equipment I have ever owned to reduce lap times.

[Tim GTR]

Hi,

I've had a DL1 for nearly 9 years and love it.

More data anaylsis options in the software than I know what to do with. GPS can be a bit latent to pick up satelites at Phillip Island sometimes. I have the 5hz antenna from years ago so should upgrade.

The best piece of equipment I have ever owned to reduce lap times.

Hi, Matt and Andrew

Planning to go with Haltech Platnium 2000 Pro and the highest Racetech dash with the lot to upgrade my GTR33 track car ( will get going with the Power FC dejetro and Nismo dash and gauges to sort out the car first)

would love to get user info with the Racetech dash. Got a Platinium Pro test unit from Haltech, very happy with its performance, no problem cold starting some race engines. +1

cheers

BTW, lost Matt contact info, can you pm, me please. waiting for the Easter at Eastern creek entry forms. not sure if I'll enter a car or 2 for world time attack in Aug 5/6 fri/sat, it is the same weekend as PI 6 hrs regularity sat/sun. will go to Bathurst drive in Nov. love to catch up with Matt

[Tim GTR]

Hi,

I've had a DL1 for nearly 9 years and love it.

More data anaylsis options in the software than I know what to do with. GPS can be a bit latent to pick up satelites at Phillip Island sometimes. I have the 5hz antenna from years ago so should upgrade.

The best piece of equipment I have ever owned to reduce lap times.

Sorry, mistake. I mean Racepak data logger IQ3 or MXL track/ pro. market by Haltech