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The AEM CD-5 Carbon Display is a compact, full-colour digital dash designed for serious motorsport and performance applications. Featuring a 5" daylight-readable screen within a lightweight carbon fibre composite housing, the CD-5 offers robust data display functionality without internal logging or GPS. With a total weight of just 331 grams, it’s the ideal solution for those seeking a reliable and low-profile digital dash.
Key Features
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5" full-colour display (800x480 resolution)
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Direct sunlight readable (1000cd/m² brightness with anti-glare filter)
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Lightweight flow-moulded carbon fibre composite enclosure (331g total)
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Two integrated front buttons for page change/reset (glove-compatible)
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Seven programmable shift light LEDs (dimmable, user-defined ranges)
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Two additional programmable LEDs
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IP66-rated for water resistance – suitable for motorsport, marine, and motorcycle use
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Accepts inputs from two user-configurable CAN bus channels (AEMnet + third-party)
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Layout files are interchangeable with CD-7 dashes
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Compatible wiring harness and interface with all CD-series displays
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Over 250 supported CAN devices, including factory ECUs (2008+) via optional OBDII CAN cable
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Supports Plug & Play integration with Holley, Link, Vi-Pec, and MSD Atomic ECUs
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Carbureted/pre-OBD vehicles supported with optional 22-Channel CAN Sensor Module
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Expandable with optional modules:
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Vehicle Dynamics Module (PN 30-2206)
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8-Channel K-Type EGT Module (PN 30-2224)
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OBDII Adapter (PN 30-2217)
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Free DashDesign software for custom layouts, pages, and warnings
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Supports seven programmable pages: 4 main, Alarm, On-Change, and Start-Up
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Built-in odometer and over 200 programmable SAE/custom icons
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'Headlight-in' trigger for dimming at night
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User-supplied full-screen graphics and channel-triggered text display
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