Tachometer

PROGAUGE-PT 5-W( PT5-W As of February 2021 No.6)

PROGAUGE

USER’S MANUALSTEPPING DRIVETACHO METER

Thank you for purchasing this PIVOT product. Please read this manual carefully
before installation and use. Please keep this manual for future reference.
If this product is given to another user,
make sure to include this User’s Manual.

ProductContents

ø52＋Please check the contents of the package

Contents/WARNING/CAUTION ……………… 1
Features ………………………………………… 1Part Names and Functions …………………… 1Connecting The Wires ………………………… 2MeterAdjustable Stand

5-pin OBD
Power Cable with fuse 3A

White Extension
WireDouble-sided
Tapes

User’ s Manual(This Book)

Wiring Chart ofRotation Signal(in Japanese)

Connection for Cylinder Number Setting …… 3
Fastening The Product ………………………… 4
Basic Operation ………………………………… 4
Troubleshooting ………………………………… 4

WARNING
Improper use or disregard of these warnings
may result in the injury
or death of people.

CAUTION
Improper use or disregard of these warnings
may cause injury to persons, damage the product and / or other things.

CushionTapeAllen Wrench

Cut Connectors
×6• Do not work in areas where thereis excessive exhaust.
Due to vehicle exhaust emission
p oisoning or fire may result in adamage to humans.
• Do not operate while driving.
Operating or checking the display
during driving may cause an accident; please use with the utmost
consideration for safety.

• During installation be sure to remove
the minus cable from the battery.
So as to prevent fire and damage resulting
from shorting of circuits, etc...
• Do not crush the cable.
Please be careful that the cable dose notget crushed by the seat rail or car door
steel plate, nor cut by any sharp steel plateas this may cause a poor connection or anelectric short leading to fire or other danger.

• Please securely fasten the product toa stable place and be sure to store
bundle away all wires with tape, etc...
It is very dangerous to pull tangled wires
by force or allow tangled wires to interfere with driving.

• Do not use electrotap.
Wiring should be carried out using theattached “Cut Connector” or by soldering, make sure to securely insulate allwiring parts with insulation tape, andconfirm that no wires are sticking out.
•This product is for DC12V cars.
Installation cannot be carried out on
cars with other voltage batteries.
• Do not , in any manner, process,take apart, or make changes to thisproduct.

• Just after installation do not exert any
strong force on the product.
When double-sided tape is used for an
installation be warned that when hot thetape temporarily losses adhesiveness.
• Do Not Use Chemical Cleansers.
If the unit gets dirty please wipe with asoft cloth to remove any dirt. Do not use
chemical cleansers such as thinner, benzene, or alcohol.
• Make sure to replace all screws andparts to their original place.

• Do not install the product in any placesubject to high temperature or anyplace where water may be splashed.
• If you are not confident about doing
the wiring yourself, please consult
your local pro shop or garage.
When installing this product, we recommend that if technical knowledge becomes necessary please consult a qualified mechanic.
• Do not install the product in a place
where it will cause distraction.

Features

Part Names and Functions

The PT5-W is a compact tachometer that can be easily
connected to some Toyota, Daihatsu and MINI models bysimply connecting the coupler to the Diagnostic Monitoring
Connector and for all other model cars can be wired directlyfor easy installation.
No Wiring
Simple Coupler
Connection

1-, 3- and 4-cylinderCompatible withwide range

All-in-one Body
No separate
controller necessary.

Zip tie

With some car models it is possible toconnect directly using the coupler tothe Diagnostic Monitoring Connector.
Compatible with 1-, 3- and 4-cylindercars (4 cycle engine).

1 Needle

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64Fastening with double-sided tapemeans no need for opening holes.

TranslucentIllumination

The translucent LED systemprovides a clear even display.

2 Wide Scale Display

9T h e d i s p l ay h a s b e e nmade easier to read byenlarging the 500 to 7000rpm area.

X1000rpm

PROGAUGE

3

2

The meter is of one-body solid construction making it easy to installwith only double-sided tape.
(No other mounting required)

No need forOpening HolesShow the current values.

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101

3 Illumination(night illumination)
Normally illuminatedwhen on display.

Opening DemoDuring the opening demo, the needle will move slightly to minus severaltimes. Then it will move to the maximum value and finally to reading for
current values.

1Connecting The Wires

Preparation

Before installation, please check the installation
method is proper for the model of car.

After carrying out basic wiring, please follow directions under [Connection for
Cylinder Number Setting] on Page 3.

Basic Wiring■ For Toyota, Daihatsu and MINI
Models which have a ● mark in the “カプラー取付欄 (Coupler Connection)”of the attached “Wiring Chart of Rotation Signal (in Japanese)”.

Explanation of wires: 1-pin Connector

Connect to the
Diagnostic
Monitoring
Connector

Back side ofthe Meter

OBD Connector

Color

Wiring place

RedIGN

12V with key switch ON(or Normal power)

Black

GND

Ground screw, etc.

WhiteTARPM signal
Connection Cables forCylinder Number Setting

Orange, Green

5-pin Connector

Details■ For Popular Models (other than Toyota, Daihatsu and MINI)
Connect tothe Diagnostic
Monitoring Connector: Use cut connector (or solder): 1-pin Connector

OBDConnector

ECU
Engine computer,etc.

Cut off at the baseTAInsulate the cut off
part with tape

Red Black
Back side ofthe Meter

Green
5-pin Connector

WhiteOrange
White (See Note 1)▶If there is no Diagnostic Monitoring Connector or if you wish to connect without using it, please follow
directions in Wiring Method 1
When another device is already connectedto the RPM signal from the ECU

Note 1:
If the White wire is not long enough,please use the white wire provided inthis package to extend the length.

▶ and that device works properly keep that wiring.
▶ and the meter or other device stops working
p r o p e r l y o r s o m e t i m e s b e c o m e s u n s t a bl e
disconnect from the ECU wire and get the RPM
from the minus terminal of ignition coil or diagnosis.
⇒ Wiring Method 2

Wiring Method

1

Whiteextension
wire

Cut connector

Insulate thecut off partwith tape

⇒ See【Reference 1】How to use
the connectors on Page 3.

If you are not using the Diagnostic Monitoring Connector

If you are wiring directly cut off all wires at the base of the OBD Connector.

1

Red5-pin Connector

Wiring Method

Back sideof the MeterBlackWhite2

IGN or Normal power

2Cut off at the base

5-pin Connector

OBDConnector

BlackWhiteEarthTA(See Note 1)

To get the RPM signal from other than the ECU■ To get the RPM signal from diagnosis (check connector)e.g.) in case of
MAZDA EUNOSROADSTER(NA6C)

White←To meter

2ECU

Red

■ To get the RPM signal from the ignition coilLocation ofthe RPMsignal(IG − )←To meter

WhiteIgnition coilーAbout Using OBD Products in Combination
If you wish to use PT5-W in combination with products in our 3-drive Series or other OBD products, the “OBD2 Wiring Kit
OBD-EH” (sold separately) makes installation a snap. For more details about using combinations of products see here.
https://pivotjp.com/obd-e/
Note: When using the PT5-W with products mentioned above, they can only be used together in compatible model vehicles for both products.

【Reference 1】How to use the Cut Connectors
1210 mm

Pe e l o f f o f t h e v i n y lcover at connection.

Peel off of the vinyl
cover at the end of theproduct’ s wire.

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Wrap around both wire
coils.

Close tightly with cutconnector.

5Note: When crimping,please use crimpers or
use pliers to bend andthen solder together.

Insulate with vinyl tape.

【Reference 2】Notes about using the OBD Connector

10 mm

Make sure to grip the distended
portions when pulling it out or inserting it.

CAUTION
Do not pull on the wires
when trying to remove theconnector; the wires may
become disconnected.

If you unable to get a gripon the distended portions.

In such case, pullout the connector
by pulling on theend of the ziptie.

With some carmodels it may bedifficult to get a good
grip on the connector.

Connection for Cylinder Number Setting
Preparation

For details about the number of cylinders and signal level settings, see the attached the “Wiring Chart of Rotation Signal”.

Depending on the number of cylinders make connections and insert the OBD Connector to the car’ s Diagnostic Monitoring
Connector as directed below.
To make cylinder number settings, there are a total of four cables which may be used: 2 Black (Body Earth) cables from the OBD
Connector and 1 Orange and 1 Green cable from the meter itself.
After having completed cylinder number settings, disconnect the OBD Connector or the 5-pin Connector
and reinsert it again. If this is not carried out the settings will not change.
: 1-pin Connector

Four-cylinder

Single cylinder: Signal level 2Connect only the 1-pin Connector of the Orange cable.

Do not connect the 1-pin Connector.
OBDConnector

Orange(See Note 3)BlackGreen

Don’t connect
5-pin Connector

OBDConnector

Don’t connect

GreenBlack

5-pin Connector

BlackOrangeBlackConnect

Three-cylinder
Note 3: Connection Method without using the OBD ConnectorConnect only the 1-pin Connector of the Green cable.
OBDConnector

Don’t connect

5-pin Connector

GreenGreen

Don’ t connect

OrangeOrangeConnect to EarthEarth(See Note 2)

OrangeCut

Black

Single cylinder: Signal level 1
5-pin Connector

GreenBlack

Connect both the 1-pin Connectors of the Green andOrange cables.
OBD

ConnectConnector(See Note 4)

OrangeBlack

Note 2: Connection Method without using the OBD Connector
Orange5-pin Connector

GreenEarth

OrangeDon’ t connect

GreenConnect to EarthConnect
5-pin Connector

GreenBlack

Cut

Note 4: Connection Method without using the OBD Connector
OrangeOrangeCut

5-pin Connector

GreenGreen

Connect toEarthEarth3

Fastening The ProductInstall in an easy-to-view location.

A. Installation with the Adjustable Stand
Fasten using the double-sided tape. (On top of the steering column cover or dashboard.)

1

Slightly loosen the screw and install
the gauge into the Band Holder.

2

3

Fasten using the double-sided tape. (Cleanthe surface; removing all oil and dust.)

After deciding the position and angleof the meter face, fasten the hexagonal bolts on both sides to secure.

Band Holder
Double-sidedtape (Included)
Clean to remove
oil and dust
Note: Please be sure about where you wish
to install the meter, as it is not advisable toreuse double-sided tape.

Hexagonal bolt

Note: It is possible to install the Adjustable
Stand in the reverse direction.

1 Wrap the cushion tape around the base ofthe meter.

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ø56.5(Normal)

B. Mount into the Panel

Meter dimensions(unit; mm)
62 Press into the 52 mm hole in the panel.

ø52(Reverse direction)

Basic Operation

Hexagonal bolt

Cushion tapePanel

Basic operation from engine start to stopping.

SwitchSwitch
Current RPM
1 Key2 OpeningItDemo
3 display
4 Key
5 Meter OFFNote: Due to characteristics
ONOFFwill not operateproperly unlessthe wiring to theRPM signal has
been completed.

(Engine start)(Engine stop)
10of the gauge, even though
the engine is off and thegauge is not measuring, theneedle will not return to “0”.

Troubleshooting
TroublePossible Solutions

The engine does not start.

Start the engine.

Poor connection of 5-pin Connector cable or
OBD Connector.

Check the connections at each connector.

Poor connection of Red , Black , White wire.
(It will not operate properly unless the wiring to
the RPM signal has been completed.)

Check the wire connections or conditions.

The Connection for Cylinder Number Setting isincorrect.

See [Connection for Cylinder Number Setting] on
Page 3 and make sure to connect as directed forthe number of cylinders.

The car’s tachometer and PT5-W
reading are very different.

The cylinder setting is wrong.

See [Connection for Cylinder Number Setting] on
Page 3 and make sure to connect as directed forthe number of cylinders.

The meter is operating even when theengine has been stopped.

Noise from the car (door locks and so on) may
cause it to temporarily operate.

If the operation is only temporar y it is not amalfunction; but if it still causes worry cut the Red
wire in the OBD Connector and connect it to IGN.

With the key off, the needle does not
rest on “0”.

This is a special characteristic of the meter’s movement and is not a malfunction.

The auto-power window function and/or
other electronic devices are re-set.

This is due to the minus terminal on the battery
being disconnected.

The tachometer does not work.
(The Opening Demo does not work.)

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Possible Causes

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