All you need to do, is add a CompactFlash card, and plug in the unit and you're ready to start logging data.

Features of the DL1 data logger

The DL1 builds on the strengths of the highly successful DL90 system, it is a brand new design in almost every respect. Some of the most noteworthy features include:

Built in GPS. The new GPS unit is based on Race Technology's own high accuracy GPS3 technology and calculates position and speed 5 times every second. This is easily the fastest, most accurate GPS system available for under $1500. The measurements from the GPS and accelerometers are combined to calculate very high accuracy positions and speeds at 100 times a second.

Built in accelerometers. Built in 2-axis accelerometer with 2g full scale (optional 10g full scale).

Logging to compact flash memory. Compact flash memory is robust, economical and ideal for use in data logging products. The advantages of using compact include incredibly fast download times (using a suitable card reader) and huge storage capacities.

8 analog inputs. The DL1 has 8 very high accuracy analog inputs. One of these inputs is connected to the DL1 power supply input to measure the battery voltage; the other 7 are available for connection to external sensors. All the inputs are 12-bit accuracy (4096 different levels), 3 of the external inputs have a maximum input of 12v, the remaining 4 have a maximum input of 5v.

2 RPM inputs. The DL1 has 2 RPM inputs, only one of which can be used at any one time. One input is designed to be connected to "high level" sources, such as the HT leads or the ignition coil. The other input is designed for low level signals such as a feed from an ECU.

4 wheel/shaft speed inputs. The DL1 features 4 totally independent wheel/shaft speed inputs. These can be used to measure the speed of all four wheels, or slip ratios across a torque converter for example.

Serial data (RS232) input. The serial port can be configured to accept data from an external source - possible examples are data from the engine management unit, OBD2 or CAN data (with a suitable adapter)

Serial data (RS232) output. As well as logging the data to compact flash it is also available from the serial port. Race Technology is already working on a dashboard which will accept and display this data.

Lap beacon input. For some applications it is desirable to use a lap beacon, so they have included a dedicated input for it. This channel can also be used as a general-purpose digital input if required.

Small and tough. It's the most compact logger in it's class, at just 110mm x 75mm x 30mm (4.3" x 3" x 1.2") it can be fitted into the smallest single seater, motorbike or go kart. The DL1 is housed in a 2mm thick aluminium enclosure and carbon fibre end panels for very high impact resistance, they even use stainless steel screws!

Simple operation. A single button to start or stop logging, it's as simple as that! If the button is inaccessible from the drivers seat then a remote button and status indicator can be added if required. 

Power supply requirements. The power supply to the DL1 data logger can be taken directly from the vehicle's 12v supply, or it can be powered from it's own battery if required. The power supply is smoothed and regulated within the DL1 ensuring its performance is highly robust and stable. 

Testing. Very high reliability is ensured by calibrating, temperature testing and vibration testing each unit on an individual basis. Autosport applications make tremendous demands on electronic systems and Race Technology takes great care to make sure their products are up to the task. All the connections to the units are vibration proof, high strength, screw terminals to ensure that connections do not fail at the critical time. Nothing is indestructible - but the DL1 comes close! 

Powerful. The 2 processors in the DL1 are the very latest generation RISC processor that features both higher speed operation and flash upgradability - so as we add new features to the DL1 you can upgrade yours to the latest specification for free.