The Dash GDU (Gear Display Unit) by XAP Technology is a high-brightness 7-segment gear indicator, designed to provide instant and unambiguous feedback to the driver, even in the most demanding conditions. Building on the legacy of previous GDU generations widely used in motorsport, this latest version integrates modern CAN technology while preserving a deliberately simple, robust and efficient design philosophy.
The GDU has been engineered to deliver only the essential information, without visual overload. It displays the engaged gear exclusively and is complemented by three dedicated LEDs: a pre-shift LED, a shift LED, and an alarm LED. The alarm LED is synchronised with a flashing display, ensuring that critical alerts cannot be missed. This “simplicity for efficiency” approach makes the GDU perfectly suited to high-intensity driving and pure performance applications.
The Dash GDU is fully CAN-controlled and can receive commands from up to four different units (for LED control only). It uses one CAN ID for gear display and up to four CAN IDs for LED control, operating at 1 Mb/s. An integrated, switchable CAN termination allows direct installation into the wiring harness, without the need for external components.
Thanks to its high-brightness display, the GDU ensures excellent readability in full daylight as well as at night. The day / night mode can be selected directly via CAN, enabling automatic adaptation to ambient lighting conditions. Its IP65-rated enclosure, low weight (103 g) and wide operating temperature range (–20 °C to +80 °C) make it perfectly suited for harsh embedded environments.
The Dash GDU is designed for use in: rally, circuit racing, GT, endurance, off-road, ATR and prototype vehicles, as well as simulation platforms and test benches. Its excellent performance-to-cost ratio makes it an efficient, proven and cost-effective solution for any program requiring a clear and reliable gear display.
The XAP Dash GDU is a professional gear display unit: clear, robust, fully CAN-controlled and engineered for modern motorsport.
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