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Contents IMPORTANT NOTICES ................................................................... Inside Front Cover Safety Information ............................................................................................................. 5 1. Introduction ................................................................................................................. 1 1.1. Product Overview..................................................................................................................
. Data Manager & Printing ........................................................................................ 29 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.4. 4.5. General Procedures ................................................................................................................29 Play Back ................................................................................................................................29 Data Logging ...............................................................................
SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER: When an engine is operating, keep the service area WELL VENTILATED or attach a building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system. Engines produce carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas that causes slower reaction time and can lead to serious personal injury or loss of life. SAFETY DEFINITIONS Follow all DANGER, WARNING, IMPORTANT, and NOTE messages in this manual.
1. Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1. Product Overview ① Touch Screen Display - displays the menus and data screens. The MaxiDAS® Diagnostic System is the easiest-to-use scan tool which features simple touch screen navigation. It is ingeniously designed to create the functionality of the OEM tools used by automotive manufacturer’s dealers, empowering independent garages to provide comprehensive servicing in their own workshops without relying on dealer availability.
1. Introduction 1.2.2. Memory Card Figure 1.3: MaxiDAS® Top View ⑥ External DC Power Port - connects the 12 volt power adapter to power the tool for updating, printing, Internet access, and etc. when disconnected from the vehicle. Figure 1.5: Memory Card into Scan Tool Slot ⑦ USB (universal serial bus) Port - connects peripheral devices such as printers, and portable USB Drives.
1. Introduction 2. OBD I Adapters 3. Other Accessories The OBD I adapters are for Non-OBD II vehicles. The adapters used depend on the type of vehicle make being tested. The most common adapters are shown below. RS232 Serial Cable Connects the scan tool to the Ethernet network. USB Cable Connects peripheral devices such as printers, and portable USB Drivers.
1. Introduction 1.2.4. Technical Specifications Operating System: Windows CE Processor: ARM9 + ARM7 dual processor Memory: 4 Gigabyte SD card Display: 7” TFT (800*400 dpi) color display with resistive touch panel 1.3.2. Scan Tool Software Installation / Updates The scan tool software must be installed before the tool can be used. The software is usually preinstalled into the SD card included.
1. Introduction 2. USA 4. Asian When you click on USA from the Home Screen (Figure 1.8 on page 4), the USA screen appears, as shown in the example below. When you click on Asian from the Home Screen (Figure 1.8 on page 4), the Asian screen appears, as shown in the example below. Figure 1.9: USA Screen Figure 1.11: Asian Screen This screen contains options for using the following software applications: OBD II application is for OBD II diagnostic testing.
1. Introduction 5. Data Manager b. Data Logging When you click on Data Manager from the Home screen (Figure 1.8 on page 4), the Data Manager screen appears, as shown below. Data logging is the process of recording events in order to provide a collection of data that can be used to diagnose vehicle communication problems. It can benefit the users by providing quick fix to software problems from the engineers. When you click on the Data Logging icon from the Data Manager Screen (Figure 1.
1. Introduction 6. Update 7. Setup/Help Functions The Update function is used to connect the scan tool to the update website server and update the software if necessary. When you click on Setup/Help from the Home Screen (Figure 1.8 on page 4), the Setup/Help screen appears, as shown below: When you click on Update from the Home Screen (Figure 1.8 on page 4), the Update screen appears, as shown below. Figure 1.
2. Testing Started 2. Getting Started 2.1. Power up the Scan Tool 2.2. Adjust Default Settings Before using the scan tool, you must provide power to the scan tool. There are two methods for providing power to the scan tool: Use the Setup/Help functions to adjust default settings for the scan tool as follows: AC/DC external power adapter Cable connection to vehicle During vehicle testing, power for the scan tool is usually provided through the vehicle cable connection.
2. Testing Started 3. 2.3. Install the PC Software MaxiDAS® allows you to realize some of its functions on a PC for convenience and better experience. To realize these functions on a PC, users are required to install certain software into the computer. The next screen indicates the destination folder to install the software. Click on the Change button, select a folder, and click on Next to continue. Or, directly click on Next to continue. The Setup.
2. Testing Started 2.4. Register the Tool 2.5. Test Startup and Vehicle Connection The scan tool can be applied to diagnosis for only 15 times before the tool is required to be registered on line. Testing for one same vehicle is defined as one time only if the tool is not powered off. Step 1: Connect the Cable. Step 2: Enter the Vehicle information. Step 3: Select the Diagnostic Function. For details, please refer to Section 3.1 Test Startup and Vehicle Connection on page 11.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3. Diagnostics Applications 3.1. Test Startup and Vehicle Connection Connect the cable’s 15-pin female adapter to the DB 15-pin port on the top of the scan tool. Finger tighten the connecting screws. 3.1.1.
3. Diagnostics Applications 2. b. Non-OBD II Vehicle Cable Connection Connect the cable’s 15-pin female adapter to the DB15 port on the top of the scan tool. Finger tighten the connecting screws.
3. Diagnostics Applications If the DLC connection does not supply power to the scan tool, connection to the cigarette lighter receptacle will be needed. Please follow these steps: 1. If the cigarette lighter connection does not provide power either, connection to the vehicle’s battery is necessary. Follow these steps: 1. Connect the cigarette lighter with the scan tool. Connect the cigarette lighter to the clipper cable. Figure 3.9: Connection between Cigarette Lighter and Clipper Cable 2. Figure 3.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3. 3.1.2. Step 2: Enter the Vehicle Information and Select the System to Be Tested NOTE: The screens shown below in this User’s Manual are examples. The screens actually appear vary by vehicle. With the Vehicle Information screen displayed, you can enter the vehicle information either by selecting the correct option step by step or acquiring the vehicle VIN manually or automatically.
3. Diagnostics Applications 4. To select the correct option step by step, do the following: Select the vehicle manufacturer. This displays the options for you to choose from. 6. After you have entered the vehicle information, the diagnostic testing selection screen will display as below: Figure 3.16: Diagnostic Testing Selection Screen NOTE: The Auto Scan function will carry out an overall scan to check the status of all the systems on board the vehicle being tested.
3. Diagnostics Applications 7. Select Auto Scan, and the following screen will display: 8. Select Control Unit, and the following screen will display: Figure 3.19: Control Unit System Menu Screen Figure 3.17: Auto Scan System Menu Screen 9. NOTE: Users are allowed to check the details of each system, quickly erase DTC, and display DTC from the Auto Scan system menu screen.
3. Diagnostics Applications To save a vehicle record, please follow these steps: 1. Click on the Vehicle Data Record option to enter the diagnostic menu directly. Please follow the instructions above to display the Auto Scan menu. Figure 3.24: Select a Vehicle Record Figure 3.21: Auto Scan System Menu Screen 2. 3.1.3. Step 3: Select the Diagnostic Function When the Auto Scan process is done, click on the Save button, and name the record on the Save Vehicle Record screen.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3. 3.2. Diagnostic Trouble Codes The Diagnostic Trouble Codes functions allow you to read and clear diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) from a vehicle. When finished viewing the list, click on the Esc button to return to previous screens. NOTE: When a Benz is being tested, DTC will be stored in two forms: Fault Codes and Event Memory. You may not see any trouble codes in the option of the Fault codes if the codes are actually stored in the Event memory. 3.2.1.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3.3. Live Data 3. Notice the following about the Live Data screen: The Live Data function allows you to view live data from a vehicle’s electronic control unit (ECU). This section describes how to use the Live Data function. Each line displays a data item. You use the PG Up and PG Down Direction buttons to scroll through the page of data and use the stylus pen to select lines (one line at a time).
3. Diagnostics Applications 1. Text/ Graph / Graph Merge / Analog 3.3.2 Live Data Functions The Text/ Graph / Graph Merge / Analog function allows you to change the display type for the data on the Live Data screen. Depending on the type of data on the screen, you can change the data from digital to a graphical or analog gauge display. Functions Overview There are several functions you can use on the Live Data screen.
3. Diagnostics Applications b. About Graph Display 2. Record Data If the data reading is a number (usually a sensor reading), such as 14.4 V, 1.1 V, or 23 Amps, you can use the Graph/ Graph Merge function buttons to display the data in graph format. For example, see Figures 3.32 and 3.33. The Record function allows you to save data files to the SD card and then use the Playback function to view the saved files. NOTE: The length of time for each frame varies per vehicle.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3. To Top 4. Print The To Top function allows you to move a selected data line to the top of the Live Data screen. The Print function on the Live Data screen menu allows you to print the data currently displayed on the screen. To print the data, please follow these steps: NOTE: The scan tool must be connected to the Internet, and some operations shall be done on a PC. Refer to Section 4.5 Printing on page 32. Figure 3.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3.3.3 Custom Live Data 3. Select the data items to include in the Live Data display as follows: The Custom Live Data function allows you to select specific data items to display on the standard Live Data screen. Click on the data item to select. A check mark appears in the box on the left side of the item. Use the Pg Up or Pg Dn keys to display the data item if the desired data items are not on the current display.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3.4 Vehicle Information 3.5 The Vehicle Information function allows you to view vehicle-specific information for Specifications, System Type and other Identification. During an active test, a diagnostic tester is used for outputting commands to the ECU in order to drive the actuators. This test determines the integrity of the system or parts by monitoring the operation of the actuators or by reading the engine ECU data.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3. 4. Select a test, and the scan tool will display an information screen of “Are you sure you want to start?” Click on Start to continue or Esc to exit. 3.6 Generic OBD II Functions The OBD II Diagnostics function is a fast-access option that allows you to carry out a quick test on the engine system of OBD II vehicles. The scan tool may display information during and after the test. The information varies by vehicle. 3.6.1.
3. Diagnostics Applications 3.6.2. Functions Description 4. Live Data 1. System Status The Live Data function allows you to view real time PID data from ECU. The System Status function allows you to view system status of the vehicle being tested. Live data can be displayed in four styles – text, graph, graph merge, and analog gauge. The data can be saved to the SD card, or be printed. Figure 3.47: OBD II-System Status Screen 2. Read Codes Figure 3.
3. Diagnostics Applications 6. I/M Readiness 8. On-Board Mon. Test I/M Readiness function is used to check the operations of the emission systems. It is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions program. The On-Board Monitor Test function allows you to view the results of On-Board Monitor Tests. The tests are useful after servicing or after erasing a vehicle’s control module memory.
3. Diagnostics Applications 10. Vehicle Info. 12. DTC Lookup The Vehicle Information function enables retrieval of Vehicle ID Number (VIN), Calibration ID (CIN), Calibration Verification Number (CVN) and In-use Perform Track on 2000 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9. The DTC Lookup function allows you to search for definitions of DTCs stored in built-in DTC library. Figure 3.57: OBD II-DTC Lookup Screen Figure 3.55: OBD II-Vehicle Info. Screen 11.
4. Data Manager & Printing 4. Data Manager & Printing The Data Manager functions allow you to playback saved data recordings, as well as accessing the programs of Data Logging and Screen Capture. 4.2. Play Back 4.1. General Procedures 1. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 29 to display the Data Manager screen. 2. Click on the Playback icon and wait for the Playback screen to show. The Playback function allows you to view data saved.
4. Data Manager & Printing 4. 4.3. Data Logging The built-in data logger records communication data and ECU info when tests fail. The data could be sent to the technical center via the Internet. A fix file could be transferred back to the technician, usually within 48 hours. Later, an update will be created and posted for all users to download. NOTE: For better solution of your problems, please put detailed descriptions of the problems encountered in the File Detail box. 5.
4. Data Manager & Printing To delete a data logging file, please follow these steps: 4.4. Screen Capture 1. Follow the instructions in the General procedures on page 29 to display the Data Manager screen. The Screen Capture function allows you to take a picture of the test screen to record visible items displayed on the monitor, and to print the pictures taken. 2. Click on the Data Logging icon to enter the Data Logging screen. To take a picture, please follow these steps: 3.
4. Data Manager & Printing To view a previously taken picture, please follow these steps: 4.5. Printing 1. The printing function allows you to print data and pictures. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 29 to display the Data Manager screen, and click on the Screen Capture icon to access the Screen Capture program. Or, Click on the camera icon in the upper right corner of the screen to access the Screen Capture Program. 2. 1.
5. System Setup 5. System Setup The System Setup functions allow you to adjust default setting and view information about MaxiDAS® DS708. 5.2. Wi-Fi 5.1. General Procedures 1. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 2. Click on the Wi-Fi icon and wait for the WLAN Settings window to pop up. The Wi-Fi function allows you to use wireless network connection on the scan tool.
5. System Setup To add a hidden wireless network, please do the following: 5.3. Network The Network function allows you to adjust network setting. Follow the step 1 and step 2 above in the Section 5.2 on page 33 to display the WLAN Settings window. Click on the IP Info function bar and then on the Config button. Wait for a WLAN Settings window to pop up. 1. Properly insert the network cable into the RS 232 Serial Port of the scan tool. 2.
5. System Setup 5.4. Unit 5.5. Date/Time The Unit function allows you to adjust units of measurement. The Date/Time function allows you to set time and date. 1. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 1. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 2. Click on the Unit icon and wait for Unit window to pop up. 2. Click on the Date/Time icon and wait for the Date/Time window to pop up. 3.
5. System Setup 5.6. Language 5.7. Backlight The Language function allows you to adjust language settings. The Backlight function allows you to adjust the screen backlighting. 1. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 2. Click on the Language icon and wait for the Language window to pop up. 3. Click on a language. NOTE: Temperature or lighting may affect the brightness of the scan tool screen.
5. System Setup 5.8. Beep 5.9. Touch The Beep function allows you to control audible beeping. The Touch function allows you to calibrate the touch screen. 1. Follow the instructions in General Procedures to display the Setup/Help screen. 1. 2. Click on the Beep icon and wait for the Beep window to pop up. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 2. Click on the Touch icon and wait for Touch screen to pop up. 3.
5. System Setup 5. 5.10. Remote Desk The Remote Desk function allows you to view the screen of the scan tool on a computer and it also makes controlling the scan tool from a computer possible. 1. Ensure that the VNC Viewer has been properly installed into your computer. If not, please refer to Section 2.3 Install the PC Software on page 9. 2. Follow the instructions in the General Procedures on page 33 to display the Setup/Help screen. 3.
6. Software Update 6. Software Update The Update function allows you to update the scan tool software either through the scan tool or via a computer. 6.1. Update the Software through the Scan Tool IMPORTANT: The System_File is the support program for the diagnostic application software of the scan tool. Whenever there is an update to this program, it will be downloaded automatically as you click on the Update tool bar on the home screen.
6. Software Update 6. Click on the Update button to start the updating process. 6.2. Update the Scan Tool Software via a Computer Figure 6.2: Update Function Key NOTE: When two or more programs are selected, the scan tool will download and install them in turn instead of simultaneously. 7. 1. Ensure that the update application software has been properly installed to your PC. If not, please refer to Section 2.3 Install the PC Software on page 9. 2.
6. Software Update 8. 9. Click on the Update button to start the updating process. NOTE: When two or more programs are selected, at most five updating processes can be handled at one time on a computer. 6.3. View or Delete Programs To view the list of installed programs or to delete an installed program, please follow these steps: Click on the Stop button to suspend the updating process. When you renew the update, downloading will resume from the break point. 10.
6. Software Update 6.4. Quick Troubleshooting Tips for Software Update The Autel server might have encountered a failure for the time being. Please try updating at a later time. When the update program fails, the scan tool will pop up a reminder. To troubleshoot failures, follow these instructions: Ensure that the scan tool has been registered on-line. Ensure that the write-protect of your SD card is off. Figure 6.5: Update Failure Screen – Internet Failure Figure 6.
7. Maintenance, Warranty & Service 7. Maintenance, Warranty & Service 7.1. Cleaning the Touch Screen 7.3. Quick Troubleshooting Tips The touch screen can be cleaned with a soft cloth and alcohol or a mild window cleaner. 1. Ensure that the scan tool is connected to a power source and the Power LED light is illuminated. 2. Ensure that the SD card is inserted into the scan tool. 3. Ensure that the scan tool has been registered. 4.
7. Maintenance, Warranty & Service 7.4. Definitions of Navigation Buttons 7.5. Service Procedures 7.5.1. Technical Service The house icon appears in the upper left corner of the screen. Clicking once leads to the home screen of the scan tool. If you have any questions on the operation of the product, please: The question mark icon appears in the upper left corner of the screen. Clicking once leads to the website of www.auteltech.com. The camera icons appear in the upper right corner of the screen.
7. Maintenance, Warranty & Service 7.5.3. Order Information 7.6. Limited One Year Warranty Replacement and optional parts can be ordered directly from your Autel authorized tool supplier.
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