AEM AQ-1 User manual

P/N 30-2500
AQ-1 DATA LOGGER
AEM Performance Electronics, 2205 126th Street Unit A, Hawthorne, CA90250 - Phone:[phone]
http://www.aemelectronics.com
STOP! - READ THIS BEFORE INSTALL OR USE!
WARNING:
THIS INSTALLATIONMAY REQUIREWELDING OR INTEGRATIONINTO A VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. DAMAGE
TO SENSITIVEELECTRONICS, FIRE, OREXPLOSIONMAY OCCURIF PROPERPRECAUTIONIS NOT TAKEN. IFTHERE
IS ANY DOUBT, DO NOT ATTEMPT THEINSTALLATIONAND CONSULTA PROFESSIONAL.
NOTE: ITIS THERESPONSIBILITY OF THEENGINETUNERTO ULTIMATELY CONFIRMTHECALIBRATIONUSEFOR
ANY PARTICULARENGINEIS SAFEFOR ITS INTENDEDUSE. AEMHOLDS NO RESPONSIBILITY FORANY ENGINE
DAMAGETHATRESULTS FROMTHEMISUSEOF THIS PRODUCT.
Instruction
Manual
The AEM AQ-1 Data Logger is the ideal entry level data logger for virtually all forms of racing and Motorsports because it
installs easily, can read live parameters from ancillary sensors, AEMnet enabled devices, GPS and more, and put them
into a single log make your data easy to view. Whether you race a late model EFI-equipped OR carbureted vehicle, the
AQ-1 is the ideal solution for your data acquisition needs.
Features
·Four (4) 0-5VDC Analog Inputs with software
selectable 2.2k pull-up resistor
·Four (4) 0-16.5VDC Analog / Frequency Inputs
·Three (3) Digital (Switch to Ground, 16V Max) Inputs
·Serial (RS-232) Input (AEM EMS / NMEA0183 GPS
Only)
·AEMnet (CAN) Input (AEMnet Devices Only)
·3-axis Internal Accelerometer +/- 4g
·1000Hz Maximum Logging Rate
·EnviroSeal Boot / Sealed Connector
·2 GB SD Card (Supports up to 32GB)
·AQ-1 Data Acquisition System Configuration Software
(USB)
·AEMdata Analysis Software
PN
Description
35-2500
DATA LOGGERMODULE
35-5603
DATALOGGER ENVIROSEAL
35-3008
USB A-B CABLE
1-2059
NUT, 6-32 NYLOCK STAINLESS (4)
1-2047
SCREW,PANHD 6-32x1-1/4 SS (4)
10-2500
INST, AQ-1
Optional
PN
Description
30-2906-96
HARNESS, AQ1

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Installation
Mounting
The AQ-1 is provided with a sealed main connector and EnviroSeal boot to cover the integrated USB port and SD card
slot. Nevertheless, care should be taken to located the logger in a relatively clean, dry environment as it is not completely
water-proof. The provided hardware and mounting template (included in this manual) may be used to mount the unit;
alternatively, hook and loop fastener (not provided) may be used. It is acceptable to pierce the EnviroSeal boot to
accommodate mounting hardware.
For the internal accelerometer to work properly, the AQ-1 must be mounted such that its largest surface (top or bottom) is
either coincident with, or at a right angle to one of the primary axes of the vehicle. Please reference the accelerometer
calibration section of this manual and/or the configuration software for more detail and images of acceptable orientations.
Electrical Wiring Installation
A wiring harness is not included with the 30-2500 kit, however the purchase and use of the AEM 30-2906-96 AQ-1 Data
Logger Harness is highly recommended. This harness has been designed to ensure easy installation, signal integrity, and
proper logger operation.
Only skilled, experienced installers should attempt to source and design their own harness. The connector part numbers
(AEM does not supply these parts separately outside the 30-2906-96 or 30-2907-96) are provided below for this purpose.
Manufacturer
Part
Number
Description
Delphi
12110487
36Way Black Micro-Pack 100WSealed Female Connector, Max Current7.5amps
Delphi
12110490
LOCK STRAIN RLF MIC/P 100W RH GRA
Delphi
12110488
LOCK RETAINERCONN 36CLR
Delphi
12110489
GreenMultiple Cable Seal
Delphi
12084913
Micro-Pack 100W Series Female Unsealed GoldPlating Terminal Assembly, Cable
Range 0.35- 0.50mm2
Delphi
12084912
Micro-Pack 100W Series Female Unsealed GoldPlating Terminal Assembly, Cable
Range 0.80- 0.80mm2
Important Wiring Tips
·Permanent 12V (Pin 6) must be connected to a constant 12V battery source that is not disconnected via a cut-off
switch or similar.
·Switched/Ignition 12V (Pin1) must be connected to a switched ignition source that energizes when the vehicle is in use
and is off when the vehicle is not in use.
·Frequency inputs (Pins 12-15) must only be connected to clean DC square wave signals. Connections to ignition coils
or magnetic/VR sensors will damage the logger.
·CAN wiring (Pins 27-28, 33-34) must utilize twisted pairs with greater than one twist per inch.
·USB wiring (Pins 31-32, 35-36) is only required if users wish to mount a USB port remotely; the integrated USB port
functions exactly the same. USB wiring requires special care; please contact the USB consortium (usb.org) for proper
wiring conventions.
·Proper crimping, shielding, and harness routing practices should always be implemented.

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Pinout
Pin
Description
Notes
1
Switched/Ignition 12V
"Battery Voltage" log channel source
2
Digital Input1(16V Max)
Mustbe aswitched groundsignal
3
Digital Input2(16V Max)
Mustbe aswitched groundsignal
4
Digital Input3(16V Max)
Mustbe aswitched groundsignal
5
PowerGround
6
Permanent12V
Thismustbe connectedtoapermanent12V source (~200mA)
7
SensorGround
8
Analog Input1(5V Max)
Software selectable 2.2kpull-up
9
Analog Input2(5V Max)
Software selectable 2.2kpull-up
10
Analog Input3(5V Max)
Software selectable 2.2kpull-up
11
Analog Input4(5V Max)
Software selectable 2.2kpull-up
12
Analog / Frequency Input5 (16V Max)
Frequencysignalsmustbe "clean"DCsquare wave only
13
Analog / Frequency Input6(16V Max)
Frequencysignalsmustbe "clean"DCsquare wave only
14
Analog / Frequency Input7(16V Max)
Frequencysignalsmustbe "clean"DCsquare wave only
15
Analog / Frequency Input8(16V Max)
Frequencysignalsmustbe "clean"DCsquare wave only
16
RS-232Serial Tx
AEMEMSSeries 1/2orNMEA0183GPSOnly
17
RS-232Serial Rx
AEMEMSSeries 1/2orNMEA0183GPSOnly
18
RS-232Serial Ground
AEMEMSSeries 1/2orNMEA0183GPSOnly
19
SensorGround
20
5V SensorReference
100mA maximum
21- 26
Reserved
27
AEMnet+(CANH)
AEMnetdevicesonly
28
AEMnet- (CANL)
AEMnetdevicesonly
29
Reserved
30
SensorGround
31
USBD-
Redundant withintegrated USBport
32
USBD+
Redundant withintegrated USBport
33
OBD-II (CANH)
30-2501Only
34
OBD-II (CANL)
30-2501Only
35
USBGround
Redundant withintegrated USBport
36
USB5V
Redundant withintegrated USBport

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Wiring: Analog Input 1 - 4
This class of inputs is suitable for logging the output from a variety of sensors which have a continuously variable (analog)
output between 0 and 5 Volts. A software selectable 2.2kOhm pull-up resistor is available.
Typical Automotive 0-5V Analog Sensors
·Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
·Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APP)
·Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAP)
·Shock Travel Sensor
·Gear Position Sensor (GPS)
·AEM UEGO/AFR, Pressure, Temperature Gauges with 0 - 5V
Outputs
·Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) *Analog type only!*
·Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT)
·Engine Oil Temperature (EOT)
·Air Inlet Temperature (AIT)
·...and many more!
The majority of these sensors are either "two wire" or "three wire" type sensors. Typically, these sensors will have a 1)
signal ground wire, 2) signal wire, and sometimes 3) power (5V) wire. Wiring the sensor into the analog input of the AQ-1
logger is a matter of connecting one of the logger's analog inputs to the "signal" wire of the sensor. Please refer to the
documentation that came with your sensor, gauge, or the factory service manual for your vehicle to locate and identify the
appropriate signal wire.
Software Selectable 2.2kOhm Pull-Up Resistor
Analog inputs 1-4 are the only AQ-1 inputs that are equipped with a pull-up resistor. Pull-up resistors are required when
using two wire sensors (RTD, thermistor, temperature sensors, e.g. ECT, EOT, AIT) that ARE NOT already wired to a
second data system or ECU.
Yes, you need a pull-up resistor when
You want a log a pre-existing AIT sensor that's already wired to your engine management system or ECU.
No, you don't need a pull-up resistor when
You want to log an AIT sensor that you purchased from a third party, like AEM, and installed in your intake and is not
connected to any other ECU, EMS, logger.
Wiring: Analog / Frequency Input 4 - 8
This class of inputs is suitable for logging the output from a variety of sensors which have a continuously variable (analog)
output or, optionally a DC frequency, between 0 and up to 16 Volts. These inputs do not have any pull-ups available.
Typical Automotive 0-5V Analog Sensors
·Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
·Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APP)
·Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAP)
·Shock Travel Sensor
·Gear Position Sensor (GPS)
·AEM UEGO/AFR, Pressure, Temperature Gauges with 0 -
5V Outputs
·Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) *Analog type only!*
·Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT)
·Engine Oil Temperature (EOT)
·Air Inlet Temperature (AIT)
·...and many more!
The majority of these sensors are either "two wire" or "three wire" type sensors. Typically, these sensors will have a 1)
signal ground wire, 2) signal wire, and sometimes 3) power (5V) wire. Wiring the sensor into the analog input of the AQ-1
logger is a matter of connecting one of the logger's analog inputs to the "signal" wire of the sensor. Please refer to the
documentation that came with your sensor, gauge, or the factory service manual for your vehicle to locate and identify the
appropriate signal wire.
No Pull-Up Resistor Available
Analog inputs 4-8 do not have any pull-up resistor available. Two wire sensors may only be connected to this input if they
are connected to another data system or ECU within which there is a pull-up resistor.
Typical Automotive Frequency Type Sensors
·Engine Speed / Tachometer (RPM)
·Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
·Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) Frequency type
·Flow Sensor
·Flex Fuel Sensor
·Hall Effect Sensor

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·Injector Duty Cycle
·Boost Control Solenoid
·...and many more!
THIS INPUT ONLY ACCEPTS CLEAN DC SQUARE WAVE SIGNALS. DAMAGE TO THE
LOGGER IS LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO COILS OR MAGNETIC
SENSORS.
Engine Speed / Tachometer (RPM) / Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) / Hall Effect Sensor
The use of a tach adapter such as the MSD “Tach Signal GMR Pickup” Part Number #8918 is usually required when
attempting to log engine rpm from high-voltage noisy sources.
Injector Duty Cycle / Boost Control Solenoid
Solenoids are typically two wire devices where 1) one wire is connected to battery voltage and the 2) second wire is
connected to a low-side output of an ECU or controller -- wire 2) should be connected to this input for the purposes of
logging.
Wiring: Digital Input 1 - 3
This class of inputs is suitable for logging the output from "switched to ground" digital signals with a maximum voltage of
16V.
Typical Automotive Digital Signals
·Clutch Switch
·Brake Switch
·Cooling Fan Switch
·Nitrous Solenoid
·Transmission Shift Solenoid (non-pulsed)
·Driver operated start/stop switch
·...and many more!
Solenoids are typically two wire devices where 1) one wire is connected to battery voltage and the 2) second wire is
connected to a low-side output of an ECU or controller or ground -- wire 2) should be connected to this input for the
purposes of logging.
A start/stop switch typically has two terminals where 1) is to be connected to the logger and 2) is connected to ground.
Important Note: These inputs are not intended for use with solenoids or signal sources that are pulsed with a (high)
frequency for the purposes of control or feedback.
Wiring: Serial/GPS
This input is only compatible with the AEM EMS Series 1/2 serial telemetry output or a serial (RS-232) NMEA0183 GPS
receiver.
AEM EMS Series 1 / 2 Serial Telemetry
The 30-2906-96 or 30-2907-96 AQ-1 Harness comes with the appropriately wired DB9 connector that can simply be
plugged into the Series 1 or 2 EMS.
The following connections should be made if constructing your own harness.
Series 1 or2EMS /GPS
AQ-1Logger
Serial Tx - DB9Pin3
Serial Rx - Pin 17
Serial Rx - DB9Pin2
Serial Tx - Pin 16
Gnd- DB9Pin5
Gnd- Pin 18
GPS Receiver - NMEA0183 RS-232 Serial
The following Garmin GPS receivers have been validated for use with the AQ-1
·Garmin GPS 18x PC – 1 Hz model with DB9 connector and 12 volt power adapter - The 30-2906-96 AQ-1 Harness
comes with the appropriately wired DB9 connector that can simply be plugged into the Garmin GPS 18x PC.
·Garmin GPS18x 5Hz- 5 Hz OEM model - This unit will require wiring; please refer to Garmin documentation and the
following pinout.

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GPS
AQ-1Logger
5V
5V (100mA max) - Pin 20
Serial Tx
Serial Rx - Pin 17
Serial Rx
Serial Tx - Pin 16
Gnd
Gnd- Pin 18
Wiring: AEMnet
The AQ-1 AEMnet is designed only to work with approved AEMnet devices; please
reference the "Compatible AEM Products" section located within this manual. The 30-
2906-96/30-2907-96 AQ-1 Harness comes with an appropriately wired Deutsch DTM 4-pin
AEMnet connector allowing easy connection to most AEMnet devices. The following
AEMnet pinout is provided for users constructing their own harness.
Pin
Name
1
AEMnet+(CANH)
2
AEMnet- (CANL)
3
Switched +12V
4
Ground
Termination, Wiring, and Resistors
Refertothe followingguidelines when wiringAEMnet
(CAN) devices.
·Twistedwire is required with >1twistperinch.
·AEMnet buses must be properly terminated.
Termination resistorsare 120Ohms each, two total,
located at the physical ends of the bus wires.
·The AQ-1loggeris equipped withanon-configurable
120Ohm resistor.
The followingDeutschDTM4-pin terminationplugs are available fromyourAEMdealer.
PN
Description
35-3440-F
AEMNETTERMINATION PLUG, FEMALE
35-3440-M
AEMNETTERMINATION PLUG, MALE
Configuration Software Overview
The AEM AQ-1 Data Logger is configured using PC software available for download at www.aemelectronics.com. Once
downloaded and installed, connect the provided USB cable to the PC and the AQ-1.
The USB cable may be plugged either directly into AQ-1 itself or, if using the AEM 30-290x-96 harness, may be plugged
in to the harness' USB connector -- they are electrically equivalent. Note: if this is the first time the AQ-1 is being used,
please wait for Windows to recognize the device which, on some PCs may take up to sixty seconds; no additional drivers
are necessary and a system restart is not typically required.
NOTE: The device can be powered by USB (alone) for certain configuration or viewing tasks. Certain functions or live
readings will not be available, however, unless the AQ-1 is powered by a 12V system through its main connector.
The annotated image below shows the main user interfaces of the software.

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Navigation Tree
The Navigation Tree allows the user to switch between the available configuration pages. Each configuration page provides
the available options for each of the logger's inputs or other feature. Click on the desired input/feature to navigate to its
configuration page.
Center Pane
All configurable options or live readings from the device will be displayed in this area. Some information or options are
only available when connected through USB to an AQ-1 that is powered by a 12V system through the main connector.
Device Information
When connected to an AQ-1 via USB, this area will display information about the device itself and its SD card if installed.
Status Bar
Displays the current connection and logging status.

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Help Pane
In addition to this manual, detailed information about the
currently viewed page is available in the Help Pane located on
the right side of the screen. The Help Pane may be
collapsed when not needed using the slide control.
Important Notes to Remember When using Software
·Logger can be configured when powered by USB only but
Permanent 12V at main connector is required for all live
readings and functions to work properly
·Monitor the Status Bar to determine when the logger is
actively logging; many functions will be disabled while
logging is active to conserve resources
AQ-1 Pull-down Menu
Connect - Connects (or reconnects) to logger.
Upload Configuration - Sends logger configuration from PC
to the logger.
Reset To Factory Configuration - Resets connected logger's
configuration to factory default settings.
Update Firmware - Do not perform unless instructed by AEM
Technical Support.
Reboot Device - Performs a reboot of the currently
connected logger. Not typically necessary.
Open Configuration - Open configuration from PC and edit
offline.
Save Configuration - Save currently opened configuration to
PC with same filename.
Save Configuration As - Save currently opened configuration
to PC with different filename.
NewConfiguration - Create a new configuration offline and
begin editing.
Configuration: Input Channel Overview / Logging Conditions
This page provides some important interfaces for configuring the operation of your logger. The following things should be
considered when selecting and configuring logging conditions:
·Logging conditions should be selected such that there is a clear transition to and from logging mode. For example
'Engine RPM > 350' would provide a clear transition from engine running (logging on) and engine off (logging off.)
Selecting something like Engine RPM > 2000' will cause the logger to try and start and stop logging every time the
engine transitions through 2000 RPM which could happen many times within a short duration of time.
·Logging will start/stop one to two seconds after the logging conditions have been satisfied. This is required to properly
open/close the SD card log file.
Logging Condition
·Determines when logging starts and stops
·Select channel, conditional, and threshold
·Channel must be enabled to be used as a logging
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·All Analog, Digital, Frequency channels may be used
as logging conditions
·Only Engine RPM and Vehicle Speed are available
from GPS, AEMnet, or OBD-II
Log Test
·Temporarily forces the logger to begin logging and
terminate after 10 seconds
·Useful for testing logger configuration
Device Date And Time
·Log files will be time stamped using this date/time
·AQ-1 date/time setting will reset if permanent 12V
power is removed
·Select method by which AQ-1 date/time should be
synced
Log File Name
·Log files will be named using the configurable prefix,
file count, and date/time
Input Overview
·Provides an overview of which channels are enabled
for logging and other settings
·Enabled flag, logging rate, and name can be set for
most channels
·Live channel reading can be viewed for most
channels. Note: Permanent 12V must be present on
main connector for proper operation
Configuration: Analog Inputs 1 - 4
The first four analog inputs are designed to accept and sample a 0-5V signal at up to 1000Hz. This signal may be scaled
to engineering units and recorded in the data log for post-analysis. A software configurable pull-up resistor is provided for
two-wire RTD sensors or similar.
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or not
·Set the name that will appear in the data log
·Set the sampling rate of this input

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Live Data
·Displays the raw voltage measured at the input pin
·Displays the scaled value as will be recorded in the log
·AQ-1 requires 12V power at main connector for proper
readings
Sensor Wizard
·Load known sensor calibrations from Wizard database
·Save custom sensor calibrations to Wizard database
Scaling Type
·Scaling type is typically set to Interpolate. Step can be
used for gear position sensors as an example
Calibration Data
·View/create sensor calibrations
·View/set the units of the scaled value to be recorded in the
data log
·View/set the calibration points/curve
·The 2200 Ohm pull-up resistor is typically enabled for two-
wire RTD type sensors, unless that sensor is already
connected to another logger/ECU device
Configuration: Analog / Frequency Inputs 5 - 8
The second four analog/frequency inputs are designed to accept and sample a 0-5V signal or a 0-16V signal at up to
1000Hz. In addition, frequency and duty cycle type signals may be logged. This signal may be scaled to engineering
units and recorded in the data log for post-analysis. There is no software configurable pull-up resistor available on this
input type.
Please reference Configuration: Analog Inputs 1-4
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or
not
·Set the name that will appear in the data log
·Set the sampling rate of this input
·Frequency mode sampling is
Live Data
·Displays the raw voltage measured at the input pin
·Displays the scaled value as will be recorded in the
log
·AQ-1 requires 12V power at main connector for
proper readings
Sensor Wizard
·Load known sensor calibrations from Wizard
database
·Save custom sensor calibrations to Wizard database

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Scaling Type
·Scaling type is typically set to Interpolate. Step can
be used for gear position sensors as an example
Max Input Voltage
·This setting should be configured to be higher than
the maximum voltage expected from the sensor/
actuator being logged
Input Mode - Frequency
·Can be scaled further using the calibration table or
left as raw Hertz
Input Mode - Period
·Logs the period of the sampled signal in
milliseconds, no other scaling options are provided
Input Mode - Duty Cycle
·Records the duty cycle (in percentage) of the
incoming signal such as may be typical on a fuel
injector
·The AQ-1 accommodates a typical 12V port injection
fuel injector is without additional input circuitry/
conditioning
·Duty cycle percentage may be based off the high or
low pulse of the signal
Input Mode - Vehicle Speed
·Intended for use with hall-effect style vehicle speed
sensors such as are typically installed in a
transmission
·SIGNAL MUST BE A CLEAN DC SQUARE WAVE
OR DAMAGE TO THE LOGGER MAY OCCUR!!
·Set scaling options based on vehicle configuration

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Input Mode - Engine Speed
·Intended to log a "tachometer style" output
·SIGNAL MUST BE A CLEAN DC SQUARE WAVE
OR DAMAGE TO THE LOGGER MAY OCCUR!!
·The use of a tach adapter such as the MSD “Tach
Signal GMR Pickup” Part Number #8918 is usually
required when attempting to log engine rpm from
high-voltage noisy sources
Input Mode - Lap Beacon
·Intended for use with a lap beacon receiver or similar
·Inserts a generic, start/finish, or split marker into the
log file. See the AEMdata manual for further
information.
·Configure whether marker is inserted on rising or
falling edge of lap beacon receiver output
·After a lap beacon is detected on the input, lap
beacons will be ignored for the amount of time
configured by Beacon Obscuring Time
Calibration Data
·View/create sensor calibrations
·Scaling type is typically set to Interpolate. Step can
be used for gear position sensors as an example
·View/set the units of the scaled value to be recorded
in the data log
·View/set the calibration points/curve
·The 2200 Ohm pull-up resistor is typically enabled for
two-wire RTD type sensors, unless that sensor is
already connected to another logger/ECU device
Configuration: Digital Inputs 1 - 3
Three digital inputs are available which are 12V tolerant and are considered 'ON' when a ground signal is applied to the
input pin.
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or not
·Set the name that will appear in the data log
·Set the sampling rate of this input
Live Data
·Displays the raw level measured at the input pin
·Displays the scaled value as will be recorded in the log
·AQ-1 requires 12V power at main connector for proper
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Sensor Wizard
·Load known sensor calibrations from Wizard database
·Save custom sensor calibrations to Wizard database
Input Options
·Choosing Invert will make an "OFF" at the pin to an "ON" in
the data log and vice versa
·Digital inputs may be used as beacon inputs but with lower
timing accuracy than Frequency Inputs which makes them
more suitable for Log Markes than for lap timing
Configuration: Battery Voltage
This channel records the voltage that is applied Pin 1 - Switched 12V.
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or not
·The channel name is fixed at 'Battery Voltage'
·Set the sampling rate of this input
Live Data
·Displays the voltage level measured at the input pin
Configuration: Accelerometer
The internal 3-axis accelerometer (+/- 4g) requires a simple calibration procedure prior to use.
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or not
·The channel name(s) is fixed and will appear in the log as
'Accel Lateral', 'Accel Longitudinal', 'Accel Vertical'
·Set the sampling rate of this input
Live Data
·Perform calibration and ensure the AQ-1 is in the proper
mounting position
·Displays the current acceleration measured by the logger
including Earth's gravity (Vertical = 1g)

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Accelerometer Calibration
·Click button and follow directions to calibrate and set mounting
position
·This procedure must be performed to ensure proper
accelerometer readings
Configuration: Serial/GPS
The serial input allows logging of an NMEA0183 Serial GPS or the serial telemetry output of an AEM Series I or Series II
EMS.
Channel Options
·Enabled checkbox determines if channel is logged or
not
·Set the sampling rate of this input
·Refer to your GPS or EMS user manual to determine
the appropriate baud rate setting
·Select 'GPS' or 'AEM EMS' input mode
Sensor Wizard
·Load known sensor calibrations from Wizard database
·Save custom sensor calibrations to Wizard database
Live Data (GPS)
·GPS data will be displayed once a serial connection
has been established and signal acquired
·The units for altitude and ground speed may be
customized by clicking the unit hyperlinks

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Live Data (EMS)
·EMS serial telemetry data will be displayed once a
serial connection has been established
·Users may customize a scaler/offset to be applied to
the values prior to being recorded in the data log which
can be useful for ADCR channels
·The channel units may be customized by clicking the
unit hyperlinks
Configuration: AEMnet
The AEMnet input provides "Plug and Play" functionality and allows logging for AEMnet devices.
AEMnet Devices / Auto Discover
·Connect the AEMnet devices to the AQ-1 and
ensure all devices are powered then click Auto
Discover to configure the AQ-1 to log the
connected devices
Add/Remove Device
·As an alternative to performing an Auto Discover,
right-click the desired device icon and select
'Use this device' to configure it to be logged
·Devices may be removed by right-clicking its
icon and selecting 'Remove this device'

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AEMnet Signals Live Data
·Live data will be displayed for configured and
connected devices
·AQ-1 requires 12V power at main connector for
proper readings
·Users may customize a scaler/offset to be
applied to the values prior to being recorded in
the data log
·The channel units may be customized by
clicking the unit hyperlinks
Configuration: Log Notes
Log notes are a way to record information about the conditions experienced while operating a vehicle and logging. This
information will be stored in the data log and available for review in AEMdata by selecting the menu option View->Notes.
Configuration: Sensor Wizard
The Sensor Wizard is available on the majority of the input configuration pages to assist in configuration. It is essentially
a database of sensor calibrations that AEM has compiled and made available for selection. The filters may be utilized to
drill down to find the sensor you would like to connect to a particular input; selecting the desired sensor (or device) and
clicking OK will apply the appropriate configuration to that AQ-1 input, simplifying the configuration process.

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Log Files / SD Cards
The AQ-1 Data Logger includes a removable Secure Digital (SD) Card 2GB card that is located on the back of the logger.
To remove the SD card, push the card in until a soft click is heard. The card will release and can be pulled out. To insert
the card, push the card in until a soft click is heard. The card will remain locked in place.
If any logs are present on the SD card, they will automatically be downloaded
when the AQ-1 configuration software detects the logger through its USB
connection. The following dialog will automatically open and download,
convert, and copy the log file to the specified folder. The files then may be
optionally opened in AEMdata for analysis. Please note that the files as
recorded on the SD card are in a raw format (*.AQ1) which can not be
opened in AEMData. The files must be specifically downloaded using the
AQ-1 software to convert them for use with AEMdata. AEMData log files are
in *.DAQ format.

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The "Save To" or destination folder for downloaded log files (*.DAQ) may be configured on the Log File page in the AQ-1
configuration software as seen below.
Occasionally, the SD card may require re-formatting. This can be accomplished by inserting the SD card into the AQ-1,
connecting the AQ-1 to a PC via the USB cable, and using Windows Explorer to format the drive. FAT (or FAT16) is the
recommended file system for the fastest performance; however, FAT32 is supported.
Device Information
The device information pane displays information about the
connected AQ-1, the currently configured data rate, and SD
card status. Remaining Log Time describes how much time
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Total Data Rate
Total Data Rate is calculated based on the number of
channels enabled for logging, the type of channel, and the
logging rate selected. The maximum possible data rate is a
function of the SD card type being used and by the design of
the logger itself. The AQ1 Data Logger comes with a 2GB
Class 2 SD card that is suitable for most cases. Clicking the
blue 'Total Data Rate" hyperlink in the Device Information
pane will open the following dialog. The purchase and use of
third party high performance cards may allow higher total data
rates as described below. A high data logging rate could
cause a data loss if the data logging rate is set incorrectly.
Secure Digital (SD) and Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
rated cards are compatible with the AQ-1. SDXC and beyond
are not approved for use.
·SD/SDHC cards are rated as Class 2, Class 4, Class 6, or
Class 10. The class can typically be identified by the Class
number within a circle logo on the label of the card. Note:
Class 2 cards commonly do not have the class number on
the label. The AQ1 Data Logger comes with a 2GB Class
2 SD card that is suitable for most cases. Extremely high
total logging rates may require use of a class 4, 6, or 10
SD/SDHC Card.
·Depending on the grade of the SD card, a high data logging
rate could cause a data loss if the data logging rate is set
incorrectly
FAQ / Troubleshooting
I just tried to download some logs and it says there are files with errors.
This is caused be either:
a) Permanent 12V must be connected to Pin 6 and Switched 12V must be connected to Pin 1. Permanent 12V must
remain constant to allow the logger to properly finish writing to the file after Switched 12V is removed.
or, b) Logging conditions should be selected such that there is a clear transition to and from logging mode. For example
'Engine RPM > 350' would provide a clear transition from engine running (logging on) and engine off (logging off.)
Selecting something like Engine RPM > 2000' will cause the logger to try and start and stop logging every time the engine
transitions through 2000 RPM which could happen many times within a short duration of time.
The live values for a specific input don't update or stopped updating.
a) 12V is required to be on on both Pin 6 and Pin 1 for live values to read properly. USB power alone is not sufficient.
b) Live value readouts will slow down or stop altogether when logging is active. Confirm whether logging is active by
referring to the status bar in the lower left hand corner of the screen.
For support, contact AEM Technical Support at 1-800-423-0046 or [e-mail].
Compatible AEM Products
PN
Description
AQ-1InputType
30-2906-96
AQ-1DataLoggerHarness
n/a
35-3440-F
AEMNETTERMINATION PLUG, FEMALE
n/a
35-3440-M
AEMNETTERMINATION PLUG, MALE
n/a
30-201x
Temperature Sensors
Analog 1-4
30-2050
RTDEGTSensor
Analog 1-4
30-213x-xxx
Pressure Sensors
Analog 1-8
30-220x
Flex Fuel Ethanol Content Sensors
Analog / Frequency 4-
8

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PN
Description
AQ-1InputType
30-51xx
Analog Display Gauges
Analog 1-8
30-41x0
Digital Wideband UEGO AFRGauge
Analog 1-8
30-440x
"Classic"Digital Gauges
Analog 1-8
30-0300
X-SeriesWideband UEGO AFRGauge (LSU4.9)
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0301
X-SeriesOil/Fuel Pressure Gauge 0to100psi / 0to 7bar
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0302
X-SeriesOil/Transmission/WaterTemperature Gauge 100to 300F / 40to
150C
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0305
X-Series EGT Gauge 0to 1800F / 0to 1000C
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0306
X-Series Boost Gauge -30inHg to 35psi / -1to 2.5bar
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0307
X-SeriesOil Pressure Gauge 0to150psi / 0to 10bar
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0308
X-Series Boost Gauge -30inHg to 60psi / -1to 4bar
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0309
X-SeriesBoost/Fuel Pressure Gauge 0to 15psi SAEOnly
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0310
X-SeriesInline Wideband UEGO AFRController(LSU4.9)
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-0313
X-Series GPS SpeedometerGauge 0to 160mph / 0to 260kph
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-2203
Vehicle DynamicsModule
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-2340
4-Channel WidebandUEGOAFRController
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-49xx
Wideband Failsafe / Wideband Flex Fuel Failsafe
Analog 1-8/ AEMnet
30-71xx
Infinity ECU(All firmwares)
AEMnet
30-xxxx
Series2ECU/ EMS-4
AEMnet
Mounting Drill Template
A drill template is provided to aid in determining mounting hole locations when mounting the AQ1 Data Logger. Before
drilling any holes, make sure the drill template is printed to the proper size. The two vertical lines on the drill template are
spaced one inch apart when the drill template is printed to the proper size. Verify the two vertical lines are one inch apart
on the printed drill template. Due to variances in printers, the print size may need to be adjusted if the two vertical lines
are not one inch apart.