New! CD-1 Capacitive Discharge Ignition System for Automotive Racing Applications

 

Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled vehicles

 

FEATURES

· Complete capacitive discharge ignition system for 4-6-8 cylinder race engines.

· 135 mJ spark energy output.

· Digitally set launch, burnout, and maximum RPM limits with 100 RPM steps from 3,000 to 9,900 RPM (10,900 RPM for maximum RPM limit). 

· PC programmable advance features ranging from a simple RPM based advance curve to a 3D timing map with boost proportional retard. 

· Built-in data logging capability with 16 Mbit DataFLASH memory.

· Dedicated input terminals for launch RPM and manifold pressure.  

· One general purpose input and two general purpose input/output terminals. Inputs can be programmed for high gear retard, burnout RPM limit, vehicle speed sensor, and throttle position sensor.

· Outputs can be programmed for RPM window switch, nitrous system activation, and multi-gear shift light functions.

· Fully encapsulated construction using surface mount electronics. Waterproof and highly resistant to vibration and shock.  12 pin Deutsch connector used for signal connections. 

· Compact size. Module is 7.0”L x 5.25”W x 1.9”H. Coil is 4.4”L x 3.2”W x 3.0”H                            

· Highly efficient switching power supply based on US Patents 6518733 and 6636021. Less than 5 amp current draw at 8,000 RPM. Rated for continuous operation at 8,500 RPM and 85º C (185º F).

Optional RTD-1 Retard Control

Download CD-1 User Instructions

PC Link CD Software

Please note that use of the PC Link software is optional and not required for basic applications of the CD-1 system, including boost proportional timing retard mode. Refer to the CD-1 instructions for details. PC Link software runs under Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7. We no longer support older Windows versions. PC Link allows the user to program all the parameters and tables within the CD-1 system. Minimum PC requirement is a 300 MHz Pentium with super VGA display (SVGA with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution). The CD-1 connects to the PC by means of the optional USB interface P/N 102004. The PC must have a free USB port. 

· You can establish setup parameters including function of the general purpose input/output (GPIO) terminals and program advance curves.

· You can download and upload to the module, open and save files to disk, and print setup values including graphs for advance curves. Includes comprehensive on-line help system. Program control strategy based on throttle position, RPM and vehicle speed windows, time delay, and first gear lockout.

PC Link CD Module Parameters

PC Link CD General Purpose Input/Output Parameters

PC Link CD RPM Based 2D Timing Table

PC Link CD RPM and Manifold Pressure Based 3D Timing Table

PC Link software is free! You can always download the latest version of the software and instruction sheet from our website. The software will run in demo mode without a CD-1 system attached. For your convenience, we include a copy on CDROM when you purchase the CD-1 system.

Download PC Link CD Software 

CD Log Software

The CD-1 includes comprehensive data logging capability. You can download and display data on a chart recorder type screen. Data is available for all inputs and output functions. The CD Log software has the same PC requirements as described above for the PC Link software. For more detailed information, we suggest that you download the CD Log software and instructions. The software download includes a sample file with actual data.  

· Chart display for downloaded data allows you to monitor vehicle operation on the track. You have a range of capabilities for analyzing the displayed data. This feature is especially useful for checking the operation of accessories, such as a nitrous system activated by the CD-1 unit.  

· The CD-1 has two data logging modes: normal at 10 samples/second for 5 hours and high speed at 100 sample/second for 30 minutes.

· You can download data from the module, open and save files to disk, and print chart graphics. Includes comprehensive on-line help system.

CD Log Chart Display

CD Log software is free! You can always download the latest version of the software and instruction sheet from our website. The software will run in demo mode without a CD-1 system attached. For your convenience, we include a copy on CDROM when you purchase the CD-1 system.

Download CD Log Software