Rowe Electronics Power Distribution Module PDM60: anybody try one? - Page 15

BruceWA · 01-30-2013, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pilot3

I did a write up of my PDM60 install here:

http://advrider.com/forums/showthrea...840096&page=32

It starts on post #477. This is an AWESOME unit! I had a Fuzeblock initially and exchanged it for the PDM. Never looked back and worth every penny.

Incidentally, I am a programmer also and in Oregon. Anyone who needs a programming change, PM me and I'll hook you up.

p3

Nice write up!!

Will be starting my install on my FJR in the next day or so,

BruceWA · 02-05-2013, 05:54 PM

After about 5-6 days of working on installing the PDM60 I have finished with the initial wiring and connections. All works exactly as described in their literature. I took my time in laying out the process before I started and it was worth it. Only had a couple of minor rerouting issues I discovered before powering it up. A couple of emails to both Rowe Electronics and RocketMoto gave me the answers I needed.

Being perhaps the first to install one of these on a 2013 FJR1300 I was a bit overwhelmed at first by trying to figure out a route for the power/load leads. All turned out well, have 3 unused spares in the dash waiting for additional farkles.

Tomorrow I'll be finishing the install by securing and final routing to button up the bike and rehang all that plastic. Have to say that after a number of years on BMWs I was shocked at the various fasteners Yamaha used on this bike, not to mention the tight fit of the dash itself and those section pieces. Practices makes perfect, but I have no plans to tear into this again for a while.

Have to say that pilot3's write up helped me solve the mounting of the PDM60 itself, very clever and it works great. Good job pilot3!!

BruceWA · 02-06-2013, 05:54 PM

Finished up today and I am pleased with the results, no doubt the PDM60 is a quality piece of equipment, no regrets, yet.

Photos later,

pilot3 · 02-06-2013, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BruceWA

After about 5-6 days of working on installing the PDM60 I have finished with the initial wiring and connections. All works exactly as described in their literature. I took my time in laying out the process before I started and it was worth it. Only had a couple of minor rerouting issues I discovered before powering it up. A couple of emails to both Rowe Electronics and RocketMoto gave me the answers I needed.

Being perhaps the first to install one of these on a 2013 FJR1300 I was a bit overwhelmed at first by trying to figure out a route for the power/load leads. All turned out well, have 3 unused spares in the dash waiting for additional farkles.

Tomorrow I'll be finishing the install by securing and final routing to button up the bike and rehang all that plastic. Have to say that after a number of years on BMWs I was shocked at the various fasteners Yamaha used on this bike, not to mention the tight fit of the dash itself and those section pieces. Practices makes perfect, but I have no plans to tear into this again for a while.

Have to say that pilot3's write up helped me solve the mounting of the PDM60 itself, very clever and it works great. Good job pilot3!!

Good deal. I forgot to mention but I've got two of the ABS backs for the PDM still here. If you want one, PM me your address and ill drop one in the mail to you.

RocketMoto · 02-06-2013, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BruceWA

Finished up today and I am pleased with the results, no doubt the PDM60 is a quality piece of equipment, no regrets, yet.

Photos later,

Yeah - we needs to see da' pix.

ultrachrome · 02-07-2013, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RocketMoto

James:

We'll have a good stock of USB programming cables on hand, so if you need one, we'll have 'em on the RocketMoto.com store.

Sorry if I missed it but any idea of what these will cost?

BruceWA · 02-07-2013, 09:33 AM

RocketMoto · 02-16-2013, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ultrachrome

Sorry if I missed it but any idea of what these will cost?

Not sure, just yet. Will post when we know more.

RocketMoto · 02-16-2013, 07:53 AM

Figured I'd update y'all with the latest info.

This week, we learned that in order to enable the forthcoming USB programming cable option, a firmware update is required. Yesterday, we received a special version of the PDM60 software that enables us to update the firmware, and any PDM60's that we ship from today forward will have the USB cable option enabled. Cables are about a month out, I figure.

The firmware is a Rocket Moto or Rowe factory update only. For any PDM60 units shipped prior to today, we will update the firmware at no cost, other than shipping to and fro.

Any questions - just let me know.

DDT Rider · 02-16-2013, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RocketMoto

Figured I'd update y'all with the latest info.

This week, we learned that in order to enable the forthcoming USB programming cable option, a firmware update is required. Yesterday, we received a special version of the PDM60 software that enables us to update the firmware, and any PDM60's that we ship from today forward will have the USB cable option enabled. Cables are about a month out, I figure.

The firmware is a Rocket Moto or Rowe factory update only. For any PDM60 units shipped prior to today, we will update the firmware at no cost, other than shipping to and fro.

Any questions - just let me know.

So this means folks with existing units would have to send them in for the update?

RocketMoto · 02-18-2013, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDT Rider

So this means folks with existing units would have to send them in for the update?

That is correct. It wasn't originally thought to be this way, but the new hardware USB cable will necessitate a firmware update in the PDM60 for previously purchased units.

DDT Rider · 02-18-2013, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RocketMoto

That is correct. It wasn't originally thought to be this way, but the new hardware USB cable will necessitate a firmware update in the PDM60 for previously purchased units.

Bummer...

RocketMoto · 03-10-2013, 05:18 AM

Talked with the folks at Rowe the other day. Sounds like early April on the USB programming cables. Give us a call if you'd like to pre-order one.

AND... the dashboard software that will be used with the cable will permit *one circuit* to be programmed for 20Amps for devices like Stebel air horns. No change needed to the PDM60, it's all in the software.

Remember - you heard it here first.

John Smallberries · 03-10-2013, 05:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RocketMoto

Talked with the folks at Rowe the other day. Sounds like early April on the USB programming cables. Give us a call if you'd like to pre-order one.

AND... the dashboard software that will be used with the cable will permit *one circuit* to be programmed for 20Amps for devices like Stebel air horns. No change needed to the PDM60, it's all in the software.

Remember - you heard it here first.

This is a big improvement. It's nice to hear that they are listening to their customers (or at least their horns)! Now we need Stebel to design another loud-ass horn that works fine on 10 amps.

Next step: Integrate a Clearwater CVS single-LED battery voltage monitor.

dholaday · 03-19-2013, 11:36 AM

This is just a shout out for Adam at RocketMoto. I recently purchased a couple of PDM60's from him - he was a BIG help. Very patient and willing to work with me to help me decide programming options and wiring. A great vendor.

Duncan

02-05-2013, 05:54 PM	#212
BruceWA Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Oddometer: 241	Installed After about 5-6 days of working on installing the PDM60 I have finished with the initial wiring and connections. All works exactly as described in their literature. I took my time in laying out the process before I started and it was worth it. Only had a couple of minor rerouting issues I discovered before powering it up. A couple of emails to both Rowe Electronics and RocketMoto gave me the answers I needed. Being perhaps the first to install one of these on a 2013 FJR1300 I was a bit overwhelmed at first by trying to figure out a route for the power/load leads. All turned out well, have 3 unused spares in the dash waiting for additional farkles. Tomorrow I'll be finishing the install by securing and final routing to button up the bike and rehang all that plastic. Have to say that after a number of years on BMWs I was shocked at the various fasteners Yamaha used on this bike, not to mention the tight fit of the dash itself and those section pieces. Practices makes perfect, but I have no plans to tear into this again for a while. Have to say that pilot3's write up helped me solve the mounting of the PDM60 itself, very clever and it works great. Good job pilot3!! __________________ Figures don't lie, but liars can figure

02-06-2013, 05:54 PM	#213
BruceWA Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Oddometer: 241	Project Complete Finished up today and I am pleased with the results, no doubt the PDM60 is a quality piece of equipment, no regrets, yet. Photos later, __________________ Figures don't lie, but liars can figure

02-07-2013, 09:33 AM	#217
BruceWA Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Wenatchee, WA Oddometer: 241	Pix __________________ Figures don't lie, but liars can figure

02-16-2013, 07:53 AM	#219
RocketMoto 2 Many Motersikles Joined: Jun 2008 Location: New Haamsha, USA Oddometer: 748	Figured I'd update y'all with the latest info. This week, we learned that in order to enable the forthcoming USB programming cable option, a firmware update is required. Yesterday, we received a special version of the PDM60 software that enables us to update the firmware, and any PDM60's that we ship from today forward will have the USB cable option enabled. Cables are about a month out, I figure. The firmware is a Rocket Moto or Rowe factory update only. For any PDM60 units shipped prior to today, we will update the firmware at no cost, other than shipping to and fro. Any questions - just let me know. __________________ =Adam= Like us on Facebook -- Follow us on Twitter PM us for your personal ADVRider discount code to use at RocketMoto.com Autocom \| Clearwater Lights \| Sena Bluetooth \| Scala Rider Shorai Battery \| Techmount \| Powerlet \| Rowe PDM60 \| Skene Design

03-10-2013, 05:18 AM	#223
RocketMoto 2 Many Motersikles Joined: Jun 2008 Location: New Haamsha, USA Oddometer: 748	Talked with the folks at Rowe the other day. Sounds like early April on the USB programming cables. Give us a call if you'd like to pre-order one. AND... the dashboard software that will be used with the cable will permit one circuit to be programmed for 20Amps for devices like Stebel air horns. No change needed to the PDM60, it's all in the software. Remember - you heard it here first. __________________ =Adam= Like us on Facebook -- Follow us on Twitter PM us for your personal ADVRider discount code to use at RocketMoto.com Autocom \| Clearwater Lights \| Sena Bluetooth \| Scala Rider Shorai Battery \| Techmount \| Powerlet \| Rowe PDM60 \| Skene Design

03-19-2013, 11:36 AM	#225
dholaday Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2008 Location: White Salmon, WA Oddometer: 219	This is just a shout out for Adam at RocketMoto. I recently purchased a couple of PDM60's from him - he was a BIG help. Very patient and willing to work with me to help me decide programming options and wiring. A great vendor. Duncan __________________ It is better to have ridden and crashed, than to have never ridden at all.

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