Davis Instruments 8246 User Manual

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Welcome to CarChip 
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CarChip/Choose Other Parameters
 - Set vehicle data parameters that the CarChip records. You 
can select up to four different parameters in addition to vehicle speed to record. 
Note: This dialog box displays only for CarChip models E/X or higher.  
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Parameter Thresholds
 - Set thresholds for parameters monitored in the 
Summary Log
 view. 
Note: This dialog box displays only for CarChip models E/X or higher. 
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Anomalous Vehicles
 - Specify the vehicle in which the CarChip will be used. Some vehicles have 
special OBDII communication properties. By selecting a vehicle name from the list, you are 
configuring the CarChip data logger to adjust to that vehicle's unique communication features. 
CarChip software features: 
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Plots
 - Select the options for displaying plots and graphs. 
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Select Units
 - Select the units of measure to be used for displaying data and information. 
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Miscellaneous
 - Select an option for clearing your CarChip's memory. 
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Driver ID
 - Add, delete, or edit the list of drivers using the CarChip data logger. 
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Vehicle ID
 – Add, delete, or edit the list of vehicles using the CarChip data logger. 
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CarChip ID
 - Edit the CarChip data logger names. 
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CarChip Download
 - If the CarChip already has available data, lets you download the data now.