Information regarding data logging from the EM5 ECU:
SDS PC Datalogging V6.3 links
Hi
Thanks for purchasing the SDS datalogging option.
Two downloads are required for SDS PC datalogging to function on your PC.
Please download and install each.
1. Link for the USB to serial cable:
WinXP:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_VCP_Windows.zip
Win 7/8/8.1:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_Windows_Drivers.zip
Win10:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_Universal_Windows_Driver.zip
2. Click the link below to access the file *SDSDash_installer.exe*
https://cp.sync.com/dl/7244689e0#rjb23zqt-vciddca7-gpnr7a97-fhhximh6
V6.3 Required for V31 software to properly display RPM Fuel values which now have maximum of 350 instead of the older 255. Also fixes 1 missing manifold pressure fuel value when printing. Missing value was midway in the values set, also same with Manifold Pressure RET-ADV. V6.3 will work for older SDS software versions back to V25.
Version 6.2 is needed when using SDS version 30.0. V30 is used for the new 6.25" wide programmer released in Jan 2020. Also V6.2 will properly display the new LOP windows that appear in V30. SDSDash6.2 will work with older SDS ecu software version also.
Help:
Users of Windows 7,8,10 a popup box will say "Windows protected your PC" click on "More info" then click on "Run anyway" to continue the installation.
SDSdash app scans for comports and typically the comport shown in the dropdown box is the correct one to talk to the cable, so you just have to click on "Open Com Port" and the PC and SDS will connect in less than 1 second. The app will download all your values from the Em-5 when first connected, and then begin to drive all the gauges on your PC screen.
Click on the Log Chart tab and then click on the Go radiobutton about midway down left side then the data lines will begin scrolling across the Logchart display.
You can save the Logchart data at any point in time. A Title/filename is created based on current date/time, but can also be edited to your liking. Two files get created, one to store logging, and a second file saving the downloaded SDS fuel and ignition values from the EM-5. Both Files will have the same filename but file extensions differ.
File extensions are:
.SDL is the data logging file.
.SDV are Downloaded EM-5 programmed values.
If you are sending files to us for viewing send both the SDL and SDV file, they go together as a set.
When opening a previously saved file, open the SDL file and the SDV file of the same name will automatically open simultaneously.
Windows10 users: If you have trouble connecting, adjust the Data Interval(top middle of screen) number up to 200, then try clicking Open Com Port to attempt to connect to SDS. Windows10 appears to be very busy and may have trouble with short data intervals. Once connected you may be able to decrease the interval down into the low 100's, or even lower. Too low and data transfer may freeze, if this happens increase the Data Interval. Doesn't seem to be a problem with XP or Win8.1. We do not test with Win10.
If you get an error requiring a 64bit operation please let me know.
Please email me if you have questions!
Troubleshooting Comport:
In windows Device manager you need to check and see if the SiliconLabs CP210x Device shows up under com ports. If it does not show up then you must install the Driver software. If the cable is showing up in your device list, then note the com port number, which will vary from one PC to the next. SDS can accept Com1 up to Com39.
Here's how to check for the SDS com cable in Win XP: Scroll down further for Win8.1+.
For Win8.1 when on your desktop, move mouse to upper right corner of desktop and a sidebar should appear on the right side, click on settings(looks like a mechanical gear), then click on control panel.
How to install SDS EM-5 data logger board.
Below plugging sub board into 4 pin header.
Below Fully plugged in connector up is showing.
Below connector board must have 1/16nylon washer underneath it. Use supplied 1/4" long screw in place of the original shorter screw which won't reach.
You may need to loosen the screw on the black transistor that hangs off the side. This can help the connector board drop into place. Remember to tighten the transistor screw.
Barry, iPhone
-- Cheers, Barry.
Thanks for purchasing the SDS datalogging option.
Two downloads are required for SDS PC datalogging to function on your PC.
Please download and install each.
1. Link for the USB to serial cable:
WinXP:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_VCP_Windows.zip
Win 7/8/8.1:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_Windows_Drivers.zip
Win10:
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/software/CP210x_Universal_Windows_Driver.zip
2. Click the link below to access the file *SDSDash_installer.exe*
https://cp.sync.com/dl/7244689e0#rjb23zqt-vciddca7-gpnr7a97-fhhximh6
V6.3 Required for V31 software to properly display RPM Fuel values which now have maximum of 350 instead of the older 255. Also fixes 1 missing manifold pressure fuel value when printing. Missing value was midway in the values set, also same with Manifold Pressure RET-ADV. V6.3 will work for older SDS software versions back to V25.
Version 6.2 is needed when using SDS version 30.0. V30 is used for the new 6.25" wide programmer released in Jan 2020. Also V6.2 will properly display the new LOP windows that appear in V30. SDSDash6.2 will work with older SDS ecu software version also.
Help:
Users of Windows 7,8,10 a popup box will say "Windows protected your PC" click on "More info" then click on "Run anyway" to continue the installation.
SDSdash app scans for comports and typically the comport shown in the dropdown box is the correct one to talk to the cable, so you just have to click on "Open Com Port" and the PC and SDS will connect in less than 1 second. The app will download all your values from the Em-5 when first connected, and then begin to drive all the gauges on your PC screen.
Click on the Log Chart tab and then click on the Go radiobutton about midway down left side then the data lines will begin scrolling across the Logchart display.
You can save the Logchart data at any point in time. A Title/filename is created based on current date/time, but can also be edited to your liking. Two files get created, one to store logging, and a second file saving the downloaded SDS fuel and ignition values from the EM-5. Both Files will have the same filename but file extensions differ.
File extensions are:
.SDL is the data logging file.
.SDV are Downloaded EM-5 programmed values.
If you are sending files to us for viewing send both the SDL and SDV file, they go together as a set.
When opening a previously saved file, open the SDL file and the SDV file of the same name will automatically open simultaneously.
Windows10 users: If you have trouble connecting, adjust the Data Interval(top middle of screen) number up to 200, then try clicking Open Com Port to attempt to connect to SDS. Windows10 appears to be very busy and may have trouble with short data intervals. Once connected you may be able to decrease the interval down into the low 100's, or even lower. Too low and data transfer may freeze, if this happens increase the Data Interval. Doesn't seem to be a problem with XP or Win8.1. We do not test with Win10.
If you get an error requiring a 64bit operation please let me know.
Please email me if you have questions!
Troubleshooting Comport:
In windows Device manager you need to check and see if the SiliconLabs CP210x Device shows up under com ports. If it does not show up then you must install the Driver software. If the cable is showing up in your device list, then note the com port number, which will vary from one PC to the next. SDS can accept Com1 up to Com39.
Here's how to check for the SDS com cable in Win XP: Scroll down further for Win8.1+.
For Win8.1 when on your desktop, move mouse to upper right corner of desktop and a sidebar should appear on the right side, click on settings(looks like a mechanical gear), then click on control panel.
How to install SDS EM-5 data logger board.
Below plugging sub board into 4 pin header.
Below Fully plugged in connector up is showing.
Below connector board must have 1/16nylon washer underneath it. Use supplied 1/4" long screw in place of the original shorter screw which won't reach.
You may need to loosen the screw on the black transistor that hangs off the side. This can help the connector board drop into place. Remember to tighten the transistor screw.
Barry, iPhone
-- Cheers, Barry.
Barry.
