The companion PC software determines which parameters are available on the vehicle network to create a unique database for each vehicle model. The user selects the parameters to acquire. The user can add custom messages.
The DAWN J1939 Mini Logger acquires CAN bus data from heavy duty trucks and off-road-vehicles. It fits directly on the J1939 connector. The J1939 standard defines almost 2000 parameters that could be on a vehicle's J1939 network.
The DAWN OBD Mini Logger acquires OBD and CAN bus data from cars and light trucks. The logger installation is simple since it snaps directly on the J1962 OBD connector. DAWN comes standard with a generic OBD-II database which defines almost 100 parameters according to the SAE J1979 standard; 40 being available on a typical car.
The DAWN ADAQ Mini Logger is an 8 channel multi-function data logger. The logger acquires a variety of inputs including various voltage range, 4-20mA current, K type thermocouple, 3 axes accelerometer, and Interior temperature. The ADAQ Mini Logger will also acquire CAN messages simultaneously with analog inputs.