Pivot PROGAUGE PT5-X User manual

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Part Names and Functions
Illumination
(night illumination)
Normally illuminated
when on display.
Wide Scale Display
The display has been
made easier to read by
enlarging the 500 to 7000
rpm area.
Needle
Show the RPM values.
Meter Double-sided
Tapes
Cut Connectors
×3
Cushion
Tape
Adjustable Stand
Allen Wrench
5-pin Power Cable
with fuse 3A
White Extension
Wire
Wiring Chart of
Rotation Signal
(in Japanese)
User’s Manual
(This Book)
Features
Contents / WARNING / CAUTION …………… 1
Features…………………………………………… 1
Part Names and Functions …………………… 1
Connecting The Wires…………………………… 2
Connection for Cylinder Number Setting …… 3
Fastening The Product ………………………… 4
Basic Operation ………………………………… 4
Troubleshooting ………………………………… 4
(PT5-X As of October 2016 No.1)
Zip tie
The PT5-X displays RPM immediately without Opening
Demo upon engine start after Stop-Start function.
During the opening demo, the needle will move slightly to minus several
times. Then it will move to the maximum value and finally to reading for
current values.
Opening Demo
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WARNING
Improper use or disre-
gard of these warnings
may result in the injury
or death of people.
CAUTION
Improper use or disre-
gard of these warnings
may cause injury to per-
sons, damage the prod-
uct and / or other things.
Please check the contents of the package
Contents
• Do not work in areas where there
is excessive exhaust.
Due to vehicle exhaust emission
poisoning or fire may result in a
damage to humans.
• Do not operate while driving.
Operating or checking the display
during driving may cause an acci-
dent; please use with the utmost
consideration for safety.
• During installation be sure to remove
the minus cable from the battery.
So as to prevent fire and damage resulting
from shorting of circuits, etc...
• Do not crush the cable.
Please be careful that the cable dose not
get crushed by the seat rail or car door
steel plate, nor cut by any sharp steel plate
as this may cause a poor connection or an
electric short leading to fire or other danger.
• Please securely fasten the product to
a stable place and be sure to store
bundle away all wires with tape, etc...
It is very dangerous to pull tangled wires
by force or allow tangled wires to inter-
fere with driving.
• Do not use electrotap.
Wiring should be carried out using the
attached “Cut Connector” or by solder-
ing, make sure to securely insulate all
wiring parts with insulation tape, and
confirm that no wires are sticking out.
•This product is for DC12V cars.
Installation cannot be carried out on
cars with other voltage batteries.
• Do not, in any manner, process,
take apart, or make changes to this
product.
• Just after installation do not exert any
strong force on the product.
When double-sided tape is used for an
installation be warned that when hot the
tape temporarily losses adhesiveness.
• Do Not Use Chemical Cleansers.
If the unit gets dirty please wipe with a
soft cloth to remove any dirt. Do not use
chemical cleansers such as thinner, ben-
zene, or alcohol.
• Make sure to replace all screws and
parts to their original place.
• Do not install the product in any place
subject to high temperature or any
place where water may be splashed.
• If you are not confident about doing
the wiring yourself, please consult
your local pro shop or garage.
When installing this product, we recom-
mend that if technical knowledge be-
comes necessary please consult a quali-
fied mechanic.
• Do not install the product in a place
where it will cause distraction.
USER’S MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing this PIVOT product. Please read this manual carefully
before installation and use. Please keep this manual for future reference.
If this product is given to another user,
make sure to include this User’s Manual. Product
Product Number:
PT5-X
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From Eco to Sports
From eco to sports; getting accurate RPM readings is a must.
Compatible withStop-Start system model cars
Display RPM without Opening Demo upon engine start after
Stop-Start function. Note: It's also compatible with non Stop-Start system
models.
Compatible with wide range
Compatible with1-, 3- and 4-cylinder cars including Stop-Start
model cars. [12V]
Easy Installation
Fastening with double-sided tape in various places by the Band
Holder.
Translucent Illumination
The translucent LED system provides a clear display.
PROGAUGE
STEPPING DRIVE
TACHO METER ø52
Tachometer for Stop-
Start System Models

Back side of
the Meter
TA
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Wiring
Chart
For Cylinder
Number Setting
Connecting The Wires Preparation
: Use cut connector
: 1-pin Connector
: Use cut connector
Basic Wiring
▶and that device works properly keep that wiring.
▶
and the meter or other device stops working properly or sometimes becomes unstable
disconnect from the ECU wire and get the RPM from the minus terminal of ignition coil or
diagnosis.⇒ See following “To get the RPM signal from other than the ECU”
5-pin Connector
If the White wire is not long
enough, please use the white
wire(1.5m) provided in this
package to extend the length.
⇒ See [Reference 1] How to use
the Cut Connectors on Page 2.
White
Red
Black
Orange
Orange
Green
Green
Location of
the RPM
signal
(IG −)
ECU
Engine computer,
etc.
Before installation, please check the installation
method is proper for the model of car.
e.g.) in case of
MAZDA EUNOS
ROADSTER (NA6C)
When another device is
already connected to the
RPM signal from the ECU
After carrying out basic wiring, please follow directions under [Connection for
Cylinder Number Setting] on Page 3.
←To meter Ignition coil
←To meter
←To meter
(See Note)
IGN (12V with the ignition ON)
Earth
(1.5m)
(1.5m)
(1.5m) (1.5m) (1.5m)
Cut
connector
White
extension
wire
Insulate the cut off
part with tape
RPM
Cylinder Number Setting
Set the Cylinder Number
setting to “1”. ⇒See page 3
Connection for Cylinder
Number Setting
To get the RPM signal from other than the ECU
Note : Set the Cylinder Number setting to "1". Make
sure to check the wiring position of the ignition
signal which will vary depending on the car models.
White
White
White
Direct Ignition coil
Ignition signal
[Reference 1] How to use the Cut Connectors
1
Peel off of the vinyl
cover at connection.
10 mm
2
Peel off of the vinyl
cover at the end of
the product’s wire.
10 mm
3
Wrap around both
wire coils.
4
Close tightly with cut
connector.
Note: When crimping,
please use crimpers or
use pliers to bend and
then solder together.
5
Insulate with vinyl tape.
(Note)
• To get the RPM signal from diagnosis
(check connector)
• To get the RPM signal from the
ignition coil
• To get the RPM signal from the ignition
signal of the direct ignition coil
Earth
IGN
• Painted screws and screws connected to plastic parts are
not earthed; make sure to connect only to a place which
is earthed.
• Connect to the corresponding location of RPM signal of
the wire on the car side.
Connect to the IGN (12V with the ignition ON)
using the cut connectors (included).
with earth
terminal
Black Fasten to a screw of a metal part
which is earthed.
Red White
Orange Green
Confirm the positions on the “ Wiring
Chart” and then connect using Cut
Connectors.
Connect the 1-pin Connector
according to the cylinder number .
(⇒Refer to page 3 “Connection for Cylinder Number Setting”).
If display the extremely
low number of RPM by
above connecting
e.g.) Genuine tachometer of a
six-cylinder car displays the 500rpm at
the 3000rpm. The reason is that the car
is independent ignition type.

Black
Orange Orange
Green Green
Black
Orange Orange
Green Green
Black
Orange Orange
Green Green
Black
Orange Orange
Green Green
Single cylinder: Signal level 2
Four-cylinder
Single cylinder: Signal level 1
Preparation
Connection for Cylinder Number Setting
Three-cylinder
Do not connect the 1-pin Connector.
Connect only the 1-pin Connector of the Green cable.
Don’t connect
Connect
Connect
Connect only the 1-pin Connector of the Orange cable.
For details about the number of cylinders and signal level settings, see the attached the “Wiring Chart of Rotation Signal”.
Connect
To make cylinder number settings, there are a total of four cables which may be used: 1 Orange and 1 Green (Body Earth)
cables and 1 Orange and 1 Green cable from the meter itself.
: 1-pin Connector
Connect both the 1-pin Connectors of the Green and Orange cables.
5-pin Connector
Don’t connect
5-pin Connector Earth
5-pin Connector Earth
Don’t connect
5-pin Connector
Earth
Earth

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Troubleshooting
Basic operation from engine start to stopping.
Basic Operation
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Trouble Possible Causes Possible Solutions
Opening
Demo
Current RPM display Meter OFF
The Opening Demo does not work.
Opening Demo works but the needle
does not work with Engine start.
The car’s tachometer and PT5-X
reading are very different.
The auto-power window function and/or
other electronic devices are re-set.
Re-connect the minus terminal and follow
re-setting instructions for any affected devices.
See [Connection for Cylinder Number Setting] on
Page 3 and make sure to connect as directed for
the number of cylinders.
See [Connection for Cylinder Number Setting] on
Page 3 and make sure to connect as directed for
the number of cylinders.
This is due to the minus terminal on the battery
being disconnected.
The Connection for Cylinder Number Setting is
incorrect.
The cylinder setting is wrong.
Poor connection or wrong wiring of each cable.
Poor connection of White wire.
Engine
START Note: Due to characteristics of
the gauge, even though the
engine is off and the gauge is
not measuring, the needle will
not return to “0”.
Note: During no
idling, the needle
will display “0”.
• Our products have already been recognized as our Industrial Property or are in the process of receiving Industrial Property status.
• We plan in the near future to take all possible legal measures to protect against unfair competition from look-alike products using similar
designs, regulating characteristics, circuitry and circuitry layout.
• We strictly prohibit the unlicensed use of the PIVOT trademark and the unauthorized use of PIVOT User’s Manual.
Please reconfirm whether wiring and connections
are correct or not.
Please reconfirm whether wiring and connections
are correct or not.
(Note)
Install in an easy-to-view location.
Fastening The Product
Meter dimensions
(unit: mm)
A. Installation with the Adjustable Stand
Slightly loosen the screw and install
the gauge into the Band Holder.
Fasten using the double-sided tape. (Clean
the surface; removing all oil and dust.)
After deciding the position and angle
of the meter face, fasten the hexago-
nal bolts on both sides to secure.
Band Holder
Hexagonal bolt
Hexagonal bolt
Clean to remove
oil and dust
Double-sided
tape (Included)
Fasten using the double-sided tape. (On top of the steering column cover or dashboard.)
Note: It is possible to install the Adjustable
Stand in the reverse direction. Wrap the cushion tape around the base of
the meter.
Note: Please be sure about where you wish
to install the meter, as it is not advisable to
reuse double-sided tape.
B. Mount into the Panel
Panel
(Reverse direction)(Normal) Cushion tape
1
Press into the 52 mm hole in the panel.
2
Turn the
ignition to the
OFF position
(Engine stop)