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Permalink Reply by Samuel Warner on March 15, 2018 at 6:50pm

I configured the data logger (https://youtu.be/vC186fD236w), connected the DB9 plug from the engine’s ECU harness, and then test ran the engine.  The green light was on during the test run, so it's getting power, but it did not flash as the instructions said it would (http://www.sxtune.co.uk/deltalog.html).  I plugged the SD card into my computer and it shows up as an empty drive.  It's not logging data, and I’m not sure why. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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Permalink Reply by Patrick Hoyt on March 15, 2018 at 7:14am

Sure, Sam - I'll give you a call this evening after work. In the meantime, here's some notes on how I set mine up, and where you can get some more info.

Hardware: https://www.scs-delta.co.uk/product-page/copy-of-can-usb-interface
Software: https://www.scs-delta.co.uk/software
Documentation: http://www.sxtune.co.uk/deltalog.html

During the installation of the software on my PC, I chose "DeltaGDI4" out of the list, which was the default. The only other one that looked like it could be applicable was "TornadoGDI", which I did not chose.

Also, on my machine a "Microchip Technology Inc" driver gets installed. I'm running Windows 10.


Patrick Hoyt
N63PZ

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Permalink Reply by Jim Davis on June 26, 2022 at 11:45am

Hi Patrick and/or Samuel,

 Do you still enjoy working with the data logging?  I've been toying around with the idea again, especially the idea of funneling the can bus data into the grt efis.

 Thanks - Jim

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Permalink Reply by Patrick Hoyt on August 5, 2022 at 10:07am

Hi Jim - sorry for the late reply. 

My data logger quit working a while back, so I've not been able to explore this further.  I turned it back in to Viking to see if they had any ideas. 

I too am looking at the GRT for logging on my next project (750 Cruzer with a Viking 130).  My need for instrumentation is still a solid 2+ years out, so I'm hoping to benefit from some technological evolution between now and then.  If I could simply log TAS, Fuel Flow, and RPM all in the same log, I could do a lot with that, and anything else would be icing on the cake...

One thing that I'm looking at is using the GRT EIS-4000 (admittedly a dated device) to feed engine data to an iPad via the iLevil AutoPilot.  Couple things right off the bat that are concerns is (1) the iLevil app only DISPLAYS engine data, it does not LOG it like it does with the rest of the flight data (Ananda told me it's a hardware limitation, and the vibe I got was that it's not something that's likely to ever be fixed); and (2) my experience with iPads in the air has been less than satisfactory, but the iLevel AP requires the iPad so I'm kinda stuck there.

I suppose I could bite the bullet and go with full Dynon, but that's bulky and pricy, and I'd still want the iLevel AutoPilot anyway.

Am logging data via an EI CRG-30P on my other (certificated) airplane, with mixed feelings about that.  We in the experimental world can do so much better...

Patrick Hoyt

N63PZ

N63TZ

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Permalink Reply by Jim Davis on August 7, 2022 at 12:40pm

Thanks Patrick,

 Glenn messaged me some of that info and his thoughts too,  It's unfortunate the data logger isn't more robust.

 GRT does have a can bus adapter but it's not tailored to the Viking/Honda.  Maybe if enough of us showed interest they'd put some development time into it?

  I'm back to just "Viking View does everything I need" - sometimes just want more colors on the screen though LOL.

 - Jim

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Permalink Reply by C Swartz on September 3, 2024 at 3:32pm

Hi Jim,

I recently got the new version of the data logger from Viking, and I’m really impressed. It’s incredibly easy to use and feels much more durable than the previous model. They offer two versions in the new model: The standard version logs directly to the computer with a simple click.  The premium version adds internal memory for logging data without needing a computer to be attached. Both allow you to read real time values for all the sensors on the engine. 

It helped me diagnose a faulty intake air temperature sensor almost instantly.

You can purchase the data logger from Viking, and they provide software to go with it. Just install it on your laptop, plug in the logger, and you’ll immediately see real-time data from all the sensors.

Being able to monitor individual sensor data is crucial for troubleshooting performance issues with these engines—it can save a lot of time. Every owner should have one with as simple as this is to use. 

Best,
George

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Permalink Reply by Jim Davis on September 3, 2024 at 4:17pm

Awesome- thanks George!

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