Dakota Digital Odyssey ODY-19-3 User manual

ODY-19-3 rev. A
DUAL or QUAD AIR PRESSURE GAUGE
Features:
•A warning feature that flashes the gauge readout when outside operating limits.
•An output for an external warning light or buzzer.
•User adjustable warning points.
•Microprocessor stabilized readings.
•Quick-Start feature to provide accurate readings quickly after being powered up.
•Automatic Night dimming.
•High Visibility, full character VFD display.
•Automatic display selection for two or four sender operation.
The air pressure gauge will read wet or dry air pressure. The sender used
for this gauge is an oil pressure sending unit, so it is compatible with air, water,
oil, and fuel. The air pressure gauge will operate and read correctly between the
pressure range of 0 - 145 psi. The gauge has a user adjustable low and high
warning level.
Operation:
The gauge needs only the Red and Black wires connected to light up.
When the Blue wire has 12 volts, it will dim the display for night viewing. The
Gray, Purple, Orange, and Green wires are for the pressure senders. The
senders must be Dakota Digital part SEN-03-1. Sending units from other
manufacturers will cause incorrect readings. SEN-03-1 has 1/8” NPT threads. If
other thread sizes are needed, an adapter fitting should be used to change the
thread size. If a sender is giving an incorrect reading, the display will show “EE”.
If the sender is shorted to ground, the display will show “--”.
Pressing the switch on the front of the gauge will change the display to the
next reading. With four senders, the left side pressure will be displayed on the
left side and the right side pressure on the right. An “F” or “R” will be displayed in
the center for Front or Rear. With two senders the pressure will be displayed on
the left side and “FRNT” or “REAR” will be displayed on the right.
The display will flash whenever one of the displayed pressures is out of
the warning set limits.

Setting the warning limit:
The low and high warning limits can be set to different values. The switch
on the front of the gauge is used for setting the warning limit. The procedure for
setting the warning limit is as follows:
1. Press and hold the switch while you turn the key on. The display should light
up and show “SET”.
2. Release the switch. The display will now show “xxx HIGH” where xxx is the
current high pressure warning point.
3. Each time the switch is pressed the high warning point will increase. Once
the reading reaches 142 it will start over at 82 again.
4. When the desired high warning point is displayed press and hold the switch.
The display will change to “ xx LOW” where xx is the current low pressure
warning point.
5. Release the switch. Use the switch to increment through the low warning
values until the desired value is shown.
6. Press and hold the switch. The display will show “FINISH”.
7. Release the switch. The gauge will restart with the new warning points.
Using external warning indicators:
The yellow wire provides a ground trigger whenever any of the senders
are outside the set limits. Low current indicators (less than 1/4 A) can be
activated directly by connecting their power wire to 12 volts and connecting their
ground wire to the yellow output wire.
For higher current buzzers or lights, a relay will need to be used to switch
the indicator on. Dakota Digital’s RLY-1 30A relay may be used for this. One of
the coil wires should be connected to 12 volts and the other coil wire connected
to the yellow warning wire. When the gauge is outside its limits, the relay will
turn on. The relay contact wires can be used to switch the higher current.
WARNING!
CONNECTING A HIGH CURRENT
INDICATOR DIRECTLY TO THE
WARNING OUTPUT WILL DAMAGE
THE UNIT.

Wiring for 4 senders:
RED - connect to 12 volt power.
(An accessory terminal will work for this.)
BLACK - connect to a good ground point in the vehicle.
BLUE - connect to the tail light circuit.
GRAY - connect to the left front pressure sender.
PURPLE - connect to the left rear pressure sender.
ORANGE - connect to the right front pressure sender.
GREEN - connect to the right rear pressure sender.
YELLOW - can connect to the negative side of a relay, light, or buzzer.
Wiring for 2 senders (FRONT/REAR ONLY):
RED - connect to 12 volt power.
(An accessory terminal will work for this.)
BLACK - connect to a good ground point in the vehicle.
BLUE - connect to the tail light circuit.
GRAY - connect to the front pressure sender.
PURPLE - connect to the rear pressure sender.
ORANGE - DO NOT CONNECT
GREEN - DO NOT CONNECT
YELLOW - can connect to the negative side of a relay, light, or buzzer.

Mounting:
The gauge requires a rectangular cut out that is about 2 7/8“ x 1 11/16“. It
should be inserted into the opening from the front and the U-clamp will be
installed from the back. Tighten the two nuts on the U-clamp so that the gauge is
secure. Figure 2 shows the required cut out for the gauge. Figure 3 shows how
the gauge mounts.

Troubleshooting guide.
Problem Possible cause Solution
Gauge will not light up Red wire does not have Connect to a location that has power.
power.
Black wire is not getting Connect ground to a different location.
a good ground.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but Sender is not connected Connect wires from gauge to sender
displays “EE”. to gauge. terminals.
Wire between gauge and Test and replace wire.
sender is broken.
Sender is not grounding Sender grounds through it’s mounting
properly. threads. Make sure the threads are
clean. Do Not Use Tape or Sealant
on Sender Threads.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair. (contact factory)
Sender is damaged. Return for replacement. (see instructions)
Gauge lights up, but Sender wire is shorted to Check wire for damaged insulation, replace
displays “--”. ground. if necessary.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair. (contact factory)
Gauge lights up, but does Loose connection on red Reconnect red wire.
not read correctly. power wire.
Poor sender ground. Make sure sender case is getting a solid ground.
Poor ground connection. Move ground to different location
Incorrect sender type. Make sure sender has been replaced with
the correct type (SEN-03-1).
Gauge flashes constantly. Warning limits are not set Reset warning limits.
properly.
Vehicle has improper air Check air level and air pump.
pressure.
External warning indicator Indicator not connected Check indicator wiring connections.
does not work. properly.
Indicator does not work. Repair or replace indicator.
Gauge output has been Return gauge for repair. (see instructions)
damaged.
Gauge will not dim. Blue wire is not connected Check wiring connections.
correctly.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair. (contact factory)
Gauge remains dim at all Blue wire is getting power Connect blue wire to location that only
times. all of the time. has power when the headlights are on.
Battery is very low. Recharge or replace vehicle battery.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair. (contact factory)

Technical specifications
Minimum operating voltage - 7 volts
Maximum operating voltage - 18 volts
(operating at or near maximum rating for an extended time can damage unit)
Maximum pressure reading - 145 psi
Gauge Resolution - 1 psi
Accuracy (0-100 psi) - 4 psi (gauge and sender combined)
Accuracy (100-145 psi) - 8 psi (gauge and sender combined)
Typical current draw (@ 13.8V) - 0.2 A
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 units.
Should you ever need to send the unit back for repairs, please package the product in a good quality box
along with plenty of packing material. Ship the product by UPS or insured Parcel Post. Be sure to include a
complete description of the problem, your full name and address (street address preferred), and a telephone
number where you can be reached during the day. An authorization number for products being returned for
repair is not needed. Do not send any money. We will bill you for the repair charges. Any returns for warranty
work must include a copy of the dated invoice or bill of sale.
ODYSSEY SERIES DIGITAL GAUGE LIMITED WARRANTY
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normal use and condition, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF
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directly related to repairs of the defect(s).
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