Dakota Digital BIM-19-2 User manual

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BIM-19-2
Bus Interface Module for air ride pressure
(Sensors are sold separately)
BARE & BLACK WIRE
WHITE WIRE
RED WIRE
BARE & BLACK WIRE
WHITE WIRE
RED WIRE
BARE & BLACK WIRE
WHITE WIRE
RED WIRE
setup/status switch
Right Rear pressure sensor
Left Rear pressure sensor
Tank pressure sensor
BARE & BLACK WIRE
WHITE WIRE
RED WIRE
Right Front pressure sensor
BARE & BLACK WIRE
WHITE WIRE
RED WIRE
Left Front pressure sensor
TNK + TNK TNK -
RR - LR + LR LR - RR + RR
LF
LF - LF +
RF -
RF
RF +
BIM-19-2
BIM-xx-2 36 inch power/data harness Connect directly to
ODYR/SLX-19-7, ODY-19-6,
or another BIM-xx-2.
Connect to the BIM-19-2
if you need to connect to
an ODYR/SLX-19-7,
ODY-19-6, or BIM-xx-2
BIM-xx-2 power & data connectors.
Either one can be used.
This Bus Interface Module has inputs for up to five solid state pressure sensors. Each input can be configured
individually. There are two interface (I/O) ports on the module. Either one can be connected to the gauge system or to
another module, allowing several units to be daisy chained together. Do not connect the I/O port to anything other than a
Dakota Digital gauge or BIM. Do not mount the module in the engine compartment; it should be mounted in interior of the
vehicle.
Each sensor connected to the bus needs a unique ID number assigned to it. This module has five inputs so it can use
one, two, three, four, or five ID numbers. The module is assigned an ID from 1 –16 or turned off and will auto detect how
many sensors are connected and use additional ID’s as needed. The factory default ID numbers are 12 –16 with all five
sensors connected.
Air Ride setup options:
4 bag 3 bag Front/Rear Left/Right
LR - LEFT REAR REAR REAR LEFT
RR - RIGHT REAR not connected not connected RIGHT
LF - LEFT FRONT LEFT FRONT FRONT not connected
RF - RIGHT FRONT RIGHT FRONT not connected not connected
TNK - TANK (optional for all bag setups)
Specs for each input are:
Part # Range resolution low warning high warning
SEN-03-9 0 - 300psi 1 0 –252 48 –300

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To set or change the ID numbers:
The ID will not normally need to be changed. The following procedure will allow the BIM-19-2 to automatically select
a new, unused set of ID’s. Make sure that all of the senders are connected first.
•Hold the switch beside the BIM terminal strip while turning the key on. The BIM display will show the current
revision code while this is held.
•Release the switch. The display will show the current number of senders connected. “”.
•If the correct number of sensors is shown, Press the switch. The BIM display begin sequencing a bar across the
display “”“”“”.
•Release the switch. The BIM will restart with the new settings.
The labels and warning points are set up through the gauge display system.
Only VFD3/3X controls with a plastic case support adding BIM’s.
For VFD3, VFD3X, and VHX systems follow these steps:
•Make sure the BIM units are all connected to the gauge control box with the 3.5mm data cables.
•Hold the SW1 switch from the gauge system control box while turning the key on. The message display should
show SETUP.
•Release SW1.
•Press and release SW1 until BIM is shown on the message display.
•Press and hold SW1. The message display should show SCAN followed by the number of BIM channels
detected. Release SW1.
•If 0 is shown, check all connections and then press and hold SW1 with SCAN shown to retry reading the modules.
•Otherwise, if any other number is shown, press and release SW1 until SETUP is shown.
•Press and hold SW1 until the speed display shows “ – ”or the message changes.
•Release SW1. On the VFD3 systems the message display will show the label assigned to the first channel found
and the speed display will show “C” followed by the channel ID number. On the VHX systems the message
display will show “CH” followed by the channel ID number on one line and the label currently assigned on the
second line.
•Press and release SW1 until the desired channel ID number is shown.
•Press and hold SW1. The message display will show “LABEL”.
•Release SW1. The message display will show the label assigned to this channel.
•Press and hold SW1. The message display will show “WARN”.
•Release SW1. The message display will show “L” followed by the current low warning point or will flash the
warning point.
•Press and release SW1 to change the low warning point to the desired value.
•Press and hold SW1 until the speed display shows “ – ”.
•Release SW1. The message display will show “H” followed by the current high warning point or will flash the
warning point.
•Press and release SW1 to change the high warning point to the desired value.
•Press and hold SW1. The message display will now show “DONE”.
•This can be repeated for additional channels, or the key can be turned off to exit setup.
Special air ride display screens:
4 bag 3 bag Front/Rear Left/Right Tank
VHX 000L-FRONT-R000 000L-FRONT-R000 AIR 000 FRONT LEFT AIR RIDE RIGHT air ride tank
000L- REAR-R000 AIR 000 RIDE RIDE 000 REAR 000 000 000 psi
Tank pressure is displayed by pressing and holding the switch to toggle between screens.
VFD3X AIR 000 F 000 AIR 000 F 000 AIR 000 FRONT AIR FRONT
000 000 R 000 000 000 REAR 000 000 REAR PSI 000 R 000
Tank pressure is displayed in lower left corner (or PSI if there is no sensor)
VFD3 systems can only display one pressure at a time on the message center, so pressure readings are displayed the
same as other messages and are preceded with TK, LF, RF, LR, or RR.

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For HDX systems follow these steps:
•Make sure the BIM units are all connected to the gauge control box.
•With the ignition on, press and hold both switches to enter SETUP. With external switches hold either one while
turning the ignition on. Release the switches when SETUP is shown.
•Press and release either switch until BIM is selected. Press and hold either switch to enter BIM setup menu.
•Release the switch. A list of the BIM’s found should be shown. If NONE FOUND is displayed then check
connections to the BIM-19-2.
•Press and release either switch until BIM-19-2 is selected with the desired location label shown.
•Press and hold either switch to enter setup for this module.
•Release the switch. The menu will show FORMAT, LABEL, WARN LO, WARN HI, CALIBRATE, BACK. Any
menu that does not apply to this BIM will be grey and cannot be selected.
•Use either switch to select the option you wish to change, (refer to the HDX manual for specifics).
•When you are finished select BACK to return to the BIM selection menu.
•When you are finished, select BACK to return to the BIM list menu, select BACK to return to the main menu, and
then select EXIT SETUP to return to normal operation.
With HDX systems the setup can also be done with the Dakota Digital app for Apple and Android devices.
Troubleshooting quick tips:
While the BIM is operating, the dot in the upper left corner of the display will indicate the status. On steady indicates it is
powered up but not receiving any bus activity. Flashing indicates it is communicating on the bus.
To see the sensor and channel status on the BIM display, press and hold the switch. The display will cycle through three
screens. The first will show the sensor input status. The first digit shows the status for the tank sensor. The second digit
shows the status for the Left Front and Left Rear. The third digit shows the status for the Right Front and Right Rear. ‘’
indicates there is a bus ID conflict on that channel ID. A solid ‘’ indicates the sensor is connected properly (tank uses
center dash, front uses top dash, and rear uses bottom dash). A flashing ‘-’ indicates the sensor signal is too low or too
high. Blank indicates that there is no sensor connected.
The second screen will show the beginning ID number assigned. The third screen will show the number of sensors
connected.
Troubleshooting guide.
Problem Possible cause Solution
Sensor does not show on PWR terminal does not have power. Connect to a location that has power.
gauge readout. GND terminal does not have a good Connect to a different ground location.
BIM will not light up at all. ground.
Module is damaged. Return for service. (see instructions)
Sensor does not show on Interface cable is not connected. Connect the supplied 3.5mm data cable between the BIM unit and
gauge readout. the gauge control box.
BIM has a steady dot lit Interface cable is loose. Make sure both ends of the cable are seated in securely.
On VHX systems, the BIM display Follow instructions in VHX manual to enable the BIM display screen.
for this channel is disabled.
Another BIM is set with the same Test module works when connected to control box alone. Change ID
channel ID. on one of the modules so each module uses unique ID.
Gauge lights up, but does Loose connection on sensor wires. Inspect and reconnect wires.
not read correctly. Connector not seated on sensor. Reattach the sensor plug, making sure the locking tab clicks in place.
Voltage or wiring problem in the Check wiring harness for loose or damaged wires.
vehicle wiring harness.
Gauge reading is blank and Sensor is not connected to BIM. Connect terminals on BIM to sensor wires. (see wiring diagram)
no ‘-‘ on BIM
Gauge lights up, but displays Sensor wire is shorted to ground. Check wire for damaged insulation. Replace if necessary.
“---”. (flashing ‘-’ on BIM) Wire between gauge and sensor is Test and replace wires.
damaged or broken.
Sensor is damaged. Replace sensor.
Module is damaged. Return module for service. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but displays Wire between gauge and sensor is Test and replace wires.
“EEE”. (flashing‘-’ on BIM) damaged or broken.
Sensor is damaged. Replace sensor.
BIM display shows “”Data cable is damaged. Inspect and replace 3.5mm data cable or power/data harness.
Another module on the bus is damaged Inspect other modules on the data bus.
or connected improperly.
Sensor voltage tests: (test with BIM powered and sensor connected.)
red wire: 4.5 –5.0 V
white wire: 0.4 –4.5V (0.4 –0.6V with 0 psi)
black wire: 0 volts

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SERVICE AND REPAIR
DAKOTA DIGITAL offers complete service and repair of its product line. In addition, technical
consultation is available to help you work through any questions or problems you may be having installing one
of our products. Please read through the Troubleshooting Guide. There, you will find the solution to most
problems.
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