Dakota Digital MLX-9X04 Series User manual

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MODEL MLX-9X04 series
HARLEY J1850 SPEEDOMETER/TACHOMETER
Please read this before beginning installation or wiring.
IMPORTANT NOTE! This gauge has an odometer preset option that is only available one time
within the first 100 miles (160 km) of operation.
See ODOMETER PRESET MENU for instructions.

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MOUNTING
A mounting bracket must be purchased for your application. Any BKT-50xx series bracket may be used. The bar mount
brackets can be used for above-the-bar mounting or below-the-bar mounting. The 35° triple-tree mounts are only available
for above-the-bar mounting. The triple-tree mounting bracket replaces the original handle bar mount. The gauge attaches to
the back side of the bracket with the supplied screws.
The bar mount brackets have a curved front bracket and two rear brackets. The longer screws attach the gauge to the back
side of the bracket and the shorter screws go into the recessed openings on the rear brackets. The mount fits tight and will
need to be pulled together by the screws.
To mount the gauge under the bar:
1. Remove the rear plate by unscrewing the four screws.
2. Rotate the rear plate so the mounting tab is on the top.
3. Reattach the rear plate using the four screws.
4. Place bar mount bracket on the handle bars so that the recessed screw holes are on the top.
5. Using the long screws, secure the gauge to the bottom side of the bar mount bracket.
Drawings for using bar mount brackets above the bar and below the bar.
Wiring Diagram

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Interface cable to OEM Harley plug
Connect the interface cable from the back of the gauge to the OEM Harley plug.
INDICATORS
Several indicators are supplied on the stock wiring harness, including turn signals, security (red key symbol), check engine
and circle symbol, green/red). Cruise
will be red when the cruise switch is on and change to green when the cruise is engaged.
An 8 pin indicator harness is supplied for the indicators not found in the stock harness connector.
The high beam indicator (purple wire) activates with a +12V signal.
The neutral (white/green) and low oil (requires stock switch, brown) indicators are activated by ground at their respective
hook-up wires. These can be connected to the same wires that the stock indicator lights would be connected to.
OPTIONAL OIL TEMPERATURE
Dakota Digital part number SEN-1043 or SEN-1044 must be used. The SEN-1043 is a one-wire sender
threads. Connect the terminal on the end of the sender to the indicator harness blue wire. Because this sensor grounds
through its body, ensure sure the sender threads are able to make a metal-to-metal connection to complete the ground. The
SEN-1044 is a two-wire sender . Connect the sender red wire to the gauge gray wire and connect the
sender black wire to the indicator harness black wire.
MLX-9X04 Sender
BLUE SEN-1043 terminal or SEN-1044 sensor RED wire
BLACK SEN-1044 sensor BLACK wire
OPTIONAL OIL PRESSURE
Dakota Digital part number SEN-1039 must be used. The sensor red wire connects to the indicator harness white/red wire,
the sensor white wire connects to the gauge gray wire, and the sensor black and bare shield wires connect to the indicator
harness black wire.
MLX-9X04 Sender
WHITE/RED SEN-1039 sensor RED wire
GRAY SEN-1039 sensor WHITE wire
BLACK SEN-1039 sensor BLACK wire
Adding the SEN-1039 typically replaces the stock low oil pressure switch, eliminating the brown wire. The digital message
center will alert the rider of a low oil pressure condition, which is user adjustable (10psi default).
CLOCK
The clock is set by pressing and holding the left switch while the selection arrow is next to the clock. The minutes
will begin flashing. Every time the left switch is momentarily pressed the minutes will increase by one. Press and hold the
left switch to change to the hours adjust. The hours will begin flashing and every time the left or right switch is momentarily
pressed the hours will increase by one. Press and hold the left or right switch to exit the clock setting.
NIGHT DIMMING
Your display system has a dimming feature that dims the display intensity automatically at night. Normally the
system is at full brightness for daytime viewing. To have the system at full brightness all of the time, go into the DIM setup
menu and select OFF instead of AUTO. The gauge also offers a sunlight mode which will turn the background white, and text
black for maximum contrast in direct sunlight.
WIRING COLOR CODE FOR GAUGE:
MLX-9X04 8-wire Stock HD® harness color Function
PINK GREEN/YELLOW Low oil pressure indicator
WHT/BLK TAN Neutral indicator
BLK Oil temp sensor ground
BLUE Oil temp sensor signal
VIOLET WHITE High beam indicator
WHT/RED SEN-1039 RED Oil pressure sensor power
BLK SEN-1039 BLACK Oil pressure sensor ground
GREY SEN-1039 WHITE Oil pressure sensor signal
***The HD® wire colors provide are for reference, please consult service manual for verification

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System features
INDICATORS
INFORMATION DISPLAYS
There are 5 reading locations available to display information. They are labeled LEFT TOP, LEFT BTM, CENTER, RIGHT
TOP, RIGHT BTM, respectively. The center location has 3 selectable readings that can be displayed, speed, tach or gear.
The other locations can show any of the information readings listed below. See switch operation on page 6.
Right or Left side display readings Description
ODOMETER Odometer reading (0-999,999)
TRIP A Trip A odometer reading (0-9999.9)
TRIP B Trip B odometer reading (0-9999.9)
SERVICE (when enabled) Distance to next service (0-7500.0 or ----
TRIP HR Hours gauge has been on with engine running HH:MM (00:00 to 99:59)
SPEED km/h Alternate speed unit conversion
RPM Digital or Bar RPM reading (0-15,990)
OIL TEMP (with optional sender present) Engine oil temperature
OIL PSI (with optional sender present) Engine oil pressure
VOLTS System voltage
GEAR/CLOCK Gear position and 12-hour clock display
FUEL Digital or bar displayed when using sender
Performance readings
HIGH MPH High speed recall
0-60 TIME 0-60 mph time in seconds
Quarter mile speed/time Speed at end of ¼ mile (trap speed) and ¼ mile time from standing start
HIGH RPM High RPM recall
Center display readings
MPH/km/h Speed
RPM Digital or Bar RPM reading (0-15,990)
GEAR Gear position
MBM (Motorcycle Bus interface Module)
MBM displays (optional) Readings for connected modules
Right turn
(green)
Neutral
(green)
High beam
(blue)
Left turn
(green)
Low oil
(red)
Security
(red)
Check engine
(red)
Light sensor
Right Switch
Left Switch
ABS
(red)

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Operation, Clock Set, Service Reset
FUNCTION SWITCHES
The two switches built into the face of the gauge allow you to make adjustments to the gauge. During normal operation, the
function switch allows access to information including mileage, RPM, and performance data located within the 4 outer display
locations. The left switch controls the left display, the right switch controls the right display. An arrow is shown on the display
indicating which message location is currently selected, or in focus. Tap the switch to scroll through information available in
each location.
If you would like to change focus to another location
MOVE LINE RELEASE TO MOVE
location can be reset, such as a tripmeter, the bar will be emp HOLD TO CLEAR
switch before the bar empties and the next line of information will be in focus, illustrated by arrows on each side. Focus
alternates top and bottom.
To clear or reset information such as Trip A, Trip B or performance readings, press and hold the function switch until you see
the status bar fi HOLD TO CLEAR
RELEASE played above the status bar. The information will now be reset.
If the function switch is pressed while the key is in the off position, the clock and odometer will be displayed.
SETTING THE CLOCK
The clock uses a 12 hour format and can be set with the key on by holding the function switch while the focus arrow is next
to the clock. If the clock is not shown, tap the function switch until it appears; keep in mind you may need to move to another
message location.
RELEASE yed; the hours will begin flashing. Tap switch to change the hours, hold the switch
to move to the minute set and the minutes will begin flashing. Tap the switch to change the minutes; hold the switch to save
and exit the clock set mode.
SERVICE RESET
The screen will go back to the last display shown.
To clear the service odometer, after your service was completed, press and release the function switch until the
highlighted appears in either message location.
played.

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Programming
SETUP MENU
*To simplify the setup procedure,
The function switch is used to enter setup mode. To get into setup, press and hold either switch while turning the key on.
Another option to enter SETUP is to press and hold both switches while the system is powered. Press and release the switch
to advance through the menus below, press and hold to enter each menu. The left switch goes down, the right switch goes
up through the menu.
Main Menu Sub Menu Description
BLUETOOTH STATUS CHECK Bluetooth ID and current connection status
OFF Disable Bluetooth connections
SETUP ONLY Allow Bluetooth connections only while in setup
ALWAYS ON Allow Bluetooth connections when key is on
BACK
DIAGNOSTICS ENGINE Read diagnostic codes from engine module
SECURITY Read diagnostic codes from security module
ABS Read diagnostic codes from ABS module
BACK
LIGHTING COLOR THEMES Set factory defined color themes
SET ALL COLOR Set all areas to one color
LABEL COLOR Set colors for all labels
MESSAGE COLOR Set message location colors
BAR COLOR Set tach/fuel bar color
DIMMING Set dimming method
OFF
AUTOMATIC Uses built in sunlight sensor to increase or decrease Backlight
SUNLIGHT Set sunlight brightness method
OFF
NORMAL Increases backlight intensity when in direct sunlight
INVERT Increases backlight intensity and changes background white and text black for
highest contrast.
RESET Returns all colors and settings to factory default
YES
NO
BACK
SPEED ADJUST Adjust speed reading up or down while riding
UNIT Select MPH or km/h unit
SERVICE RESET Set miles to service reset value or turn off
PRESET ODO Odometer preset (Can only be set within the first 100 miles)
BACK
TACH HIGH WARNING Set high RPM warning point
DISPLAY Set tach display to digital or bar reading
DIGITAL Tach will be displayed in a digital number format
BAR Tach will be displayed in a fill bar format
8,000 RPM Maximum RPM bar size
16,000 RPM Maximum RPM bar size
BACK
BACK
OIL TEMP UNIT
ON
SENDER Select sender being used or turn off
SEN-1043
SEN-1044
HIGH WARNING Set high warning point
TEST Display sender resistance for troubleshooting
BACK
OFF
BACK
OIL PSI ON Enable/Disable option oil pressure reading
LOW WARNING Set low warning point
TEST Display sender resistance for troubleshooting
BACK
OFF
BACK

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FUEL ON Enable/Disable option fuel level reading
SENDER
OFF
HD 2004
HD 2008
DYNA 04
DYNA 08
CUSTOM Program custom fuel curve
FAT BAGGER
SPORTSTER
RANGE TO EMPTY
ON
OFF
LEARN RESET
DISPLAY
BAR Display will show a fill bar for fuel reading
DIGITAL Display will show a percentage reading for fuel
TEST Display sender resistance for troubleshooting
BACK
OFF
BACK
VOLT LOW WARNING Set low warning point
BACK
DISPLAYS LEFT TOP Show/hide performance readings in left top screen location
LEFT BTM Show/hide performance readings in left top screen location
CENTER Select speed, tach or gear to be displayed in center screen
RIGHT TOP Show/hide performance readings in left top screen location
RIGHT BTM Show/hide performance readings in left top screen location
MBMS arning points
BACK
GEAR PRESET Set gears based on factory setup
TRIKE
P-1200
P-883
LEARN Learn gears based on speed and RPM
BACK
FACTORY RESET NO Resets all settings except odometer to factory defaults
YES
VERSION Displays software codes of each controller
EXIT SETUP
Setup
PRESS AND HOLD BOTH FUNCTION SWITCHES ONCE THE BIKE IS RUNNING. Release the switches.
For speed calibration:
Press and release either switch to move through the different setup menus.
Press and hold either switch to enter a setup menu.
Press and hold either switch to save an option, also.
Current selections within a sub menu are denoted with an asterisk (*)
Current selections within a sub menu are denoted with an asterisk (*).
Exiting Setup
At the end of every setup section, steps must be taken to properly exit the setup and return to normal operation.
When a section in this manual s Exit setup
Press and release the function switch until you see
Press and h
Press and hold
BLUETOOTH Bluetooth menu
Reference this In diagnostic section when using the app for your smartphone or tablet.
The app can aid in setup and also read real time data on your device.
When , .
o Under the word SETUP the Bluetooth ID will be shown.
o For Android users, this is the ID that you pair to, in Settings/Bluetooth, prior to opening the app.
The Bluetooth .
STATUS CHECK: Shows for connection or OFF with the app.
OFF: turns off the Bluetooth.
SETUP ONLY: Bluetooth is only active in setup.
ALWAYS ON: default mode, works for setup and for real time readings on your smartphone or tablet.

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LIGHTING Lighting menu for color changes
When .
The color menu options are: COLOR DISPLAY COLOR LABEL COLOR MESSAGE COLOR
BAR COLOR DIMMING SUNLIGHT BACK
Since the color options are so expansive the selection process is the same in all sections.
o Press and release the switch to change the selection.
o Hold the function switch to enter the selected setup menu .
o The display will show the available options. Press and release the switch to move through the available options.
An asterisk* will appear next to the option .
o Press and hold to select an option displayed.
o Exit setup.
COLOR THEMES: offers preset colors for the LCD color, label colors, message colors, tach bar, and tach warning.
SET ALL COLOR: can set the entire gauge to one of 31 color choices.
DISPLAY COLOR: independently sets the speed color to one of 31 color choices.
LABEL COLOR: independently sets the MPH or km/h label color to one of 31 color choices.
MESSAGE COLOR: independently sets the message area, color to one of 31 color choices.
BAR COLOR: independently sets the color of the tach bar, up to the warning point, to one of 31 color choices.
DIMMMING: offers two options, A .
SUNLIGHT: special feature to enhance viewing of the TFT LCD in bright daylight with a high contrast display.
This works independently from the night dimming
If enabled, this will temporarily override the color choices made, to offer a visible display during the day.
The color will revert back when the sunlight is less intense, (light overcast days can trigger this mode).
o NORMAL: in daylight the background will stay black as the speed and messages will turn white.
o INVERT: in daylight the background will turn white as the speed and messages will turn black.
o OFF: your color choices will not change.
RESET: This will reset all color choices and options back to original factory colors.
SPEED Speed setup menu
>> Speed calibration requires hold both function switches after the engine is running <<
The selectable options are: SERVICE RESET PRESET ODO or
Press and release the switch to change the selection. Press and hold either switch to select it.
ADJUST Speed Calibration
The speedometer is calibrated by the engine computer, but the speedometer reading can be adjusted through the gauge. The
adjustment is set a value from 75% 125% with 100% being no change.
ADJUST
.
Press and release the switch to increase the value.
The percentage will increase up to 125%. Once it reaches 125 it will roll back over to 75.
o If you calculate that you need to reduce speed by 10%, click the switch until 90% is shown.
Press and hold the switch u to save the currently displayed value.
UNIT MPH / km/h Selection
It is very important to set the speed unit PRIOR to setting the odometer!
UNIT release the switch.
The display will show UNIT and MPH for miles and km/h for kilometers.
MPH is default. Press and release the switch to choose between MPH or km/h.
.
SERVICE RESET miles or km to next service setup
Service is a countdown odometer. The service odometer display can be disabled or can be set to count down from 500 7500
miles, (800 to 12,000 kilometers). If the service odometer is enabled and display reaches 0 miles/km, it will display
ch time the key is turned on.
When s displayed, pr elease the switch.
The current setting will be displayed. The default is it could be a value in miles or kilometers.
The miles begin at 500 and go up to 7,500 miles in 500 mile increments.
The kilometers begin at 800 and go up to 12,000 KM in 800km increments.
To change the service odometer, press and release the switch until the desired setting is displayed.
Hold the switch until
Exit setup.
PRESET ODO Odometer preset
The odometer starts at zero, but can be preset by the customer within the first 100 miles (161 km) of riding.
After riding more than 100 miles (161 km), the menu option will no longer be displayed.
Correctly select the units to be either MPH or km/h FIRST, as the odometer will be set in the selected units.
The preset is in full miles or kilometers only, no tenths.
The odometer preset can be reset multiple times within the first 100 miles (161 km) of riding.
When pr elease the switch.
The current miles will be displayed with the left most digit flashing.

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To change the flashing number, press and release the switch to the desired number.
, then release the switch.
Repeat the process of until the right most digit has been set.
With the far right number flashing, press and hold the switch and the display will show >
Verify the small odometer at the bottom is what you want set.
o .
o You can now step through the process again and correct your readings.
o Turning the key off at any time will discard any attempted odometer settings.
the switch to change the display to
.
When >SAVE ODO? Y is displayed, press and hold the switch elease the switch.
Exit setup.
TACH Tachometer warning setup
When >TACH either , then release the switch.
When >HIGH WARNING
2200 8400 RPMs.
Press and release the switch to increase the value by 100 RPMs.
Once reaching 8400 RPMs the next number will roll back to 2200 RPMs.
Exit menu.
High warning (shift light) setup
When > is displayed, press and hold the s , and release.
The display will show the current high RPM warning with a *.
The default is 5,500 RPMs but is selectable from 2,200 to 8,200 RPMs.
Press and release the switch to change the RPM warning point.
Press and hold the switch unti , and release.
DISPLAY setup
When >DISPLAY is displayed, pr , and release.
The display will show DIGITAL , BAR AND BACK as selectable options.
Press and release the switch to change the how the tach reading is displayed.
P , and release.
Exit setup.
OIL TEMP Engine oil temperature setup menu
Only valid to use when optional SEN-1043 or SEN-1044 is used.
When >OIL TEMP displayed, press and hold either
Press and release to choose an option, then press and hold to select option.
When >UNIT is displayed, press and hold the switch , and release.
Press and release the switch to s BACK
Press and hold the switch on the selection, , and release.
The options ar .
To enable oil temp, when > is displayed, press and hold the , and release.
The selections will be WARNING TEST BACK
Press and release the switch to change the selection, press and hold the switch to select it.
SENDER Temperature sender selection
When >SENDER , and release.
The display options are SEN-1043 SEN-1044 .
Press and release the switch to match to the optional sender you purchased from Dakota Digital.
Press and hold the switch on the selection, , and release.
HIGH WARNING High oil temperature warning setup
When > displayed, press , and release.
The display will show th .
The high temperature warning points range from 225 to 375F, (107 to 190C).
Press and release the switch to change the change the high temp warning point.
Press , and release.
TEST Resistance test
When >TEST , and release.
The display will give a resistance (ohm) reading of the sender. An open will read OPEN ..
Press and release the switch to change the gauge. Press and hold the switch to exit.
Exit setup.

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OIL PSI Engine oil temperature setup menu
Only valid when optional SEN-1039 pressure sender is purchased from Dakota Digital.
When >OIL PSI press and hold either is displayed, and release.
The
press and hold the switch is displayed, and release.
The selections will be WARNING BACK
Press and release the switch to change the selection, press and hold the switch to select it.
Low warning Low oil pressure warning setup
When > press and hold t , and release.
The low pressure options will range from 0 to 30 PSI.
Press and release the switch to change the change the low oil pressure warning point.
To exit, press and h , and release.
TEST Voltage test
When >TEST , and release.
The display will give a voltage return from the sender with 0.5 volts at zero PSI.
0.0 volts means the sensor is not connected.
To exit, press , and release.
Exit setup.
FUEL Fuel level setup menu
A low warning pump will be displayed above the Speed and the fuel bar will flash when 10% or lower is reached
When >FUEL hen press and hold the swit
The options to select between are SENDER , RANGE TO EMPTY TEST and
Press and release the switch to change the selection; press and hold the switch to select it.
SENDER Fuel sender selection
When >SENDER
The options to select between are OFF HD 2004 , HD 2008 , DYNA 04 , DYNA 08 , CUSTOM , FAT BAGGER and
SPORTSTER
Press and release the switch to change to the proper sender.
Press and hold the switch
Exit fuel setup to confirm fuel selection
o CUSTOM is only for rare occasions if a stock sender is not being used!
o If CUSTOM is selected, you will be prompted to Program.
o
o Th
o
o The display will
o Add fuel to 1/3 of a tank
o
o The disp
o Add fuel to 2/3 of a tank
o
o T
o Top off the tank
o Press and
o Exit setup to confirm fuel selection.
RANGE TO EMPTY Distance to empty (fuel) setup
The range to empty option will calculate an estimate of miles until empty.
This will vary on riding conditions and will change as it continually monitors fuel usage and speeds.
The process will begin with a full tank, and then enter into the FUEL menu, RANGE TO EMPTY, and LEARN RESET.
Once the reset has been done, you may ride until the tank is below ¼.
This can be done over multiple trips as long as no fuel is added until the level is less than 25%, then it must be filled.
When the system is working, the DIST TO E screen will have a countdown odometer.
When the DIST TO E odometer reaches 35 miles or 56km, it shows
Once the RANGE TO EMPTY is working, you may fill your tank normally, when needed.
When >RANGE TO EMPTY
The
Press and release the switch to select an option.
LEARN RESET
e while riding. It can be reset again if the process failed.
o
o
o Exit setup
o Cycle the ignition then you may ride until fuel is less than 25%.
o Only then, you may refill the tank. Once full, the process will complete itself.

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oFilling and refilling must be done the same way, either both on kick stand or both upright.
TEST Gauge reading test
TEST .
o
o
Exit setup.
DISPLAYS Message display option menu
Refer to graphic on page 7 for indicator and message locations.
When >DISPLAYS either switch until , and release.
LEFT LEFT CENTER , RIGHT TOP , RIGHT BTM , MBMs BACK .
Press and release the switch to change the selection, , and release.
LEFT TOP message screen information
When >LEFT played, press and hold the switch until , and release.
The selectable options are , .
Push and release the switch to select the option, , and release.
PERFORM HIDE: does not allow any performance option displays to be show while riding.
PERFORM SHOW: turns on the following options, which can toggled through while riding.
o HIGH Speed (MPH km/h), 0-60 time, ¼ mile speed with ¼ mile time, and HIGH RPM.
Press and release the switch to change the change the option.
Press and hold , and release.
LEFT BTM message screen information
When >LEFT BTM displayed, press and hold the switch ayed, and release.
The selectable options are , .
Push and release the switch to select the option, , and release.
PERFORM HIDE: does not allow any performance option displays to be show while riding.
PERFORM SHOW: turns on the following options, which can be toggled through while riding.
o HIGH Speed (MPH km/h), 0-60 time, ¼ mile speed with ¼ mile time, and HIGH RPM.
Press and release the switch to change the change the option.
Press , and release.
CENTER message screen information
When >CENTER press and hold the switch splayed, and release.
The selectable options are SPEED , TACH , GEAR .
Press and release the switch to change the change the option.
Press , and release.
RIGHT TOP message screen information
When >RIGHT TOP press and hold the switch until , and release.
The selectable options are , .
Push and release the switch to select the option, , and release.
PERFORM HIDE: does not allow any performance option displays to be show while riding.
PERFORM SHOW: turns on the following options, which can toggled through while riding.
o HIGH Speed (MPH km/h), 0-60 time, ¼ mile speed with ¼ mile time, and HIGH RPM.
Press and release the switch to change the change the option.
Press , and release.
RIGHT BTM message screen information
When >RIGHT BTM press and hold the switch , and release.
The selectable options are , .
Push and release the switch to select the option, , and release.
PERFORM HIDE: does not allow any performance option displays to be show while riding.
PERFORM SHOW: turns on the following options, which can be toggled through while riding.
o HIGH Speed (MPH km/h), 0-60 time, ¼ mile speed with ¼ mile time, and HIGH RPM.
Press and release the switch to change the change the option.
Press and hold the switc , and release.
MBMS Display which MBMs are connected and adjust warnings
If a pressure or boost sensor is not connected or failed, the O .
If no MBM is attached but the display shows a blank value, click through the displays to remove it.
press , and release.
The screen will display what MBM modules are attached and more than one input if it exists.
The screen will NONE .
Press and release the switch to move through the MBMs attached.
Press and hold the switch on the MBM setting to modify.
o See the separate MBM manual for additional details.
Exit Setup.

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VOLT Low voltage warning setup
When > press and hold either displayed, and release.
The low voltage warning points will range from 9.0 to 12.1 volts.
Press and release the switch to change the low voltage warning point.
Press , and release.
Exit setup.
GEAR Gear indicator setup
No programming is required with stock gearing and tire size.
The gauge can learn the gear ratios based on speed and RPM, no additional sensors are needed.
This feature will work with various transmissions up to seven speed models.
The factory preset option will preset the indicator to work with a stock 5 or 6 speed drive train.
With a stock 6 speed, there will be a slight delay the first time you shift to sixth gear as the system verifies the gear.
the gear positions, you will need a stretch of road to gradually reach highway speeds with no interruptions.
Each gear will need the speed to be held steady, until instructed to speed up and shift up.
>> Gear requires holding the function switch, THEN starting the engine to enter setup <<
Once the engine is running, release the switch.
Press and release the sw
Press and hold the swit
TRIKE , P-1200 , P-883 ,
o set the gear reading to factory gearing and tire size
o TRIKE set the gear reading to factory gearing and tire size for a trike application
o P-1200 set the gear reading to factory gearing and tire size for a 1200cc Sportster/Dyna application
o P-883 set the gear reading to factory gearing and tire size for a 883cc Sportster/Dyna application
o starts the leaning process of speed and RPMs to calculate your gear reading.
To reset the gear to not be disp
o release the switch.
o Press and hold again to return to Gear menu.
To start learning gears > switch.
o The message wi if the engine RPM is below 1500.
o The message could also say
Begin rid
Ride at a steady speed and steady RPM until th H
It should only take about 20 seconds if the speed and RPMs are steady.
o , you can manually override and jump to the next gear by pressing
and releasing the switch to store the gear position quicker.
Upshift to 2nd gear and ride at a steady speed. The displ
Ride
o Optional: If the you can manually override and jump to the next gear by pressing
and releasing the switch to store the gear position quicker.
Repeat this through each gear.
When you are done, come to a complete stop.
o You may also press and hold the switch, while riding, until the display shows MOVE LINE and then release it.
The gears will now show up to the left of the clock display only.
*When downshifting, the gear position may jump up momentarily as the RPM is higher than expected.
when you pull the clutch in coming to a stop.
The position will begin reading as the bike begins to move in gear.
FACTORY RESET
In the event you would like to start over with your settings, preferences and display locations, this will reset all settings back to the
out-of-the-box configuration.
This includes message locations, color selections and speedometer calibration but DOES NOT include the odometer.
.
T .
reset menu.
switch.
e to return to the main menu.
VERSION
For technical support assistance, this screen can display the model number, and the software versions loaded for the two
processors.
EXIT SETUP
Exits the setup menu and returns to normal gauge operation.

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Troubleshooting guide
Problem Possible cause Solution
Gauge will not light up. Brown/Gray wire does not have power. Inspect and repair stock harness.
Orange/White wire does not have power. Inspect and repair stock harness.
Orange wire does not have power. Inspect and repair stock harness.
Black wire is not getting a good ground. Inspect and repair stock harness.
Ignition switch not connected or damaged. Inspect and repair stock switch or harness.
Gauge is damaged. Return gauge for repair (see instructions).
Gauge lights up, but speed No data from ECM. Check engine trouble codes.
will only show zero. Sensor is not sending a speed signal. Check wiring and test sensor.
Speed reading is incorrect. Gauge is not calibrated correctly. Gauge must be calibrated (see instructions).
Gauge lights up, but tach No data from ECM. Check engine trouble codes.
will only show zero.
Engine indicator does No data from ECM. Check engine trouble codes.
not work.
Pressure reading does not Pressure sender is not enabled in setup menu.
show up.
Oil Temperature reading Oil Temp sender is not enabled in setup menu.
does not show up.
Pressure or temperature Sender is shorted to ground. Inspect wire for bare insulation or pinching.
Pressure power wire is not connected. Connect sensor RED wire to gauge WHITE/RED wire.
Pressure or temperature Sender wire is open or broken. Inspect for breaks in wire connection.
reading show Sender is not grounded. Check sender ground connection.
Gauge display has white This is a default setting on this gauge to increase visibility in direct
background in sunlight sunlight. This can be modif
Speed sensor voltage check: All checks should be made with the sensor connected to the gauge and the key on. Checks should be done with a volt
meter and not a test light.
3-wire sensor: Red wire should have 9-11 volts dc, slightly less than battery voltage.
Black wire should show ground, 0 volts dc at all times.
White wire should vary between 0 and 5 volts dc as the gear teeth pass by the sensor.
2-wire sensor: Measure the voltage between the two sensor wires. With the wheel spinning the voltage should be about 1-10 volts ac (make sure the
meter is set to AC volts and not DC volts for this check).

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SERVICE AND REPAIR
DAKOTA DIGITAL offers complete service and repair of its product line. In addition, technical support 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.
For additional support, please visit www.dakotadigital.com.Product Support
of the home page.
Should you ever need to send the unit back for repairs, please call our technical support line, (605) 332-
6513, to request a Return Merchandise Authorization number.
Package the product in a good quality box along with plenty of packing material.
Ship the product by a common carrier with tracking abilities.
Be sure to include the RMA number on the package.
Include a complete description of the problem, with RMA number, your full name and address (street
address preferred), and a telephone number where you can be reached during the day.
Any returns for warranty work must include a copy of the dated sales receipt from your place of purchase.
Send no money. We will contact you for payment.
Dakota Digital 24 Month Warranty
DAKOTA DIGITAL warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this product that should it, under normal use and
condition, be proven defective in material or workmanship within 24 MONTHS FROM THE DATE OF
PURCHASE, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced at Da cover
emoval or reinstallation of the product. This
Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which in the opinion of the Company has been damaged
through alteration, improper installation, mishandling, misuse, neglect, or accident. This Warranty is in lieu of all
other expressed warranties or liabilities. Any implied warranties, including any implied warranty of
merchantability, shall be limited to the duration of this written warranty. Any action for breach of any warranty
hereunder, including any implied warranty of merchantability, must be brought within a period of 24 months from
date of original purchase. No person or representative is authorized to assume, for Dakota Digital, any liability
other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov