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Engine Stage 2
Live ECU Data Capture
As already explained the data capture side of Delta Dash is without doubt it's primary use, but what does this actually do?
In basic terms, the ECU reads a varied number of sensors (some dependant on OEM ECU version). Upon looking at the sensor readings available, you may be overwhelmed by what data sets can be logged. Whilst some may be meaningful, others will have the reaction of "What the hell does that mean?". Obviously to a professional or very very knowledgable enthusiast, this will equate to useful data but in reality the majority of us will neither understand or be interested to a degree...... but make no mistake, they are all real data sets that are all meaningful and required.
There are 3 main data logging screens in Delta Dash, with the first one being the "Analogue Data" tab.
 As you can see from the picture to the right, all the available (again dependant on ECU etc) logging facilities are listed, with three other columns showing the Minimum, Current (LIVE) and Maximum values attained. Quite simply, all you need to do is tick the required logs you wish to record and Delta Dash will start logging them.
The second main data logging screen in Delta Dash is the "Analogue Graphing" tab.
 The data shown to the right is same data sets that you have chosen via the "Analogue Data" tab, but instead of displaying this numerically, this screen shows them in a graphical format (which can make it easier to read). As more facilities are described, you will understand that this graphical display becomes very powerful.
The third main data logging screen in Delta Dash is the "Digital Data" tab.
 The picture to the right shares simularities with the "Analogue Data" tab, in which it enables you to tick appropriate sensor's to log. The main difference with this screen is that it analyses the digital (on and off) status of chosen parts (very good for some fault diagnosis of certain parts).
Once a log file has been created, this is when it gets really interesting and the true power of the data logging facilities are unleashed.
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