Contents 1 Ready-or-Not overview .................................................3 1.1 Background ..........................................................3 1.2 Features ...............................................................3 1.3 Package contents.................................................4 1.4 Interface elements................................................4 2 Install the configuration utility .....................................5 2.1 System requirements .................................
1 Ready-or-Not overview Repairs to the emissions-control systems of a 1996 or newer (OBD-II) vehicle cause the vehicle's computer (ECU) memory to be cleared. The vehicle must go through CHECK a drive cycle to allow the ECU to perform a series of tests to ensure that the repair was successful, and before a state mandated emissions test can be conducted. Modern vehicles lack equipment to indicate whether the tests have been completed.
1.3 Package contents Overview Ready-or-Not unit OBD-II cable Serial cable Software CD This user guide If any of the items are missing or damaged, please contact Customer Support (see section 7, "Support Information"). 1.4 Interface elements Monitor Status LEDs Ready Not Ready PC Connector DB9 Female Not Supported READY EGR O2 HTR O2 SEC.
2 Install the configuration utility Software configurability makes the Ready-or-Not an extremely versatile device. Using the supplied configuration utility, the unit's behavior can be modified depending on the requirements of a particular state emissions program. 2.1 System requirements · 80486 processor or above · 16Mb of RAM · Windows 95 or above · 640x480 display or better 2.2 Run setup 1. Prior to running Setup, close all open programs, including any antivirus software. 2.
Install config utility 3. Click on "Install Configuration Utility" to launch the Setup program. 4. Click "Next". You will be presented with the License Agreement dialog. 5. After reviewing the License Agreement, click "I Agree" to indicate your acceptance of the license terms, and to proceed with the installation.
6. Choose the installation directory (or keep the default directory), and click "Next". 8. Click "Finish" to exit Setup. The Ready-or-Not configuration utility will launch automatically. Ready-or-NotTM User Guide 7 Install config utility 7. Choose the Start Menu folder for the Ready-or-Not shortcuts (or keep the default folder), and click "Next." The installer will copy the program files and configuration presets, then display a dialog indicating the successful completion of the installation.
3 Use configuration utility 3.1 Launch the configuration utility To launch the configuration utility, click on StartgProgramsgOBD-II SoftwaregReady-or-NotgReady-or-Not Configuration Utility. 3.2 Configuration utility interface overview Main Dialog When the program starts, you will be presented with the main program dialog: Required Monitors. Checkbox next to a monitor means that the monitor status must be 'complete' in order for the device status to change to the 'Ready' state.
Status bars at the bottom of the dialog are used to display the COM port number, confirmation of send/receive, and the name of the currently selected configuration preset. Menus The File menu has four options: Save — records current configuration to the currently loaded file. If no file is loaded, the operation is identical to "Save As..." Save As... — allows user to select the name for the configuration file. Open — loads previously recorded configuration settings. Exit — terminates the program.
3.3 Load a configuration preset The Ready-or-Not configuration utility comes with a library of configuration presets for all current state emissions programs. To load a preset, follow these steps: 1. Click FilegOpen. Use config utility 2. In the dialog that appears, select the appropriate preset. 3. Click 'Open'. The name of selected preset will now be displayed in the status bar at the bottom of the main screen.The preset will be automatically loaded and remain loaded each time the utility is run.
3.4 Create a new configuration preset To modify an existing preset, you need to first load it (see previous section). To create one from scratch, click ToolsgReset Factory Defaults. Then, follow these steps: 1. Make the necessary changes to the preset. 2. Click FilegSave As... Use config utility 3. Enter the name for the preset in the "File name:" field. 3. Click 'Save'. The new preset can be shared with other Ready-or-Not users via email or other electronic means.
4 Program the Ready-or-Not 4.1 Connect the test tool to the PC To connect the Ready-or-Not test tool for programming, follow these steps: 1. Plug the DB9 male end of the serial cable into the DB9 female connector of the test tool, as shown: TM EGR O2 HTR O2 CAT EVAP READY SEC. AIR Ready-or-Not NOT READY 2. Plug the other end of the serial cable into the COM port of your PC. Note that the COM port is a 9-pin, male connector.
4.2 Program the test tool Once the test tool is connected to the serial port of the PC, follow these steps: 1. Launch the Ready-or-Not configuration utility (StartgProgramsg OBD-II SoftwaregReady-or-NotgReady-or-Not Configuration Utility) 2. Load the desired configuration preset (see section 3.3, "Load a configuration preset"). 3. Click the 'Send' button. The words "Configuration sent" will appear in the status bar to confirm that the device has been successfully updated with the new configuration preset.
5.1 Connect the test tool to the vehicle Diagnostic Connector ScanTool.net o RDY-OR-NOT To connect the Ready-or-Not test tool to the vehicle, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the ignition key is on, and the engine is running.. OBD-II 2. Plug the DB9 female end of the OBD-II cable into the DB9 male connector of the test tool. TM READY EGR O2 HTR O2 CAT EVAP Ready-or-Not SEC. AIR Use the Ready-or-Not 5 Use the Ready-or-Not NOT READY 3.
5.1 Interpret the readiness status LEDs Use the Ready-or-Not EGR O2 HTR SEC. AIR O2 CAT EVAP The "Not Ready" LED will start flashing slowly , indicating that the test tool is attempting to establish communication with the Electronic Control Unit READY NOT READY (ECU). The tool will try to connect on each of the five OBD-II protocols, until it receives a reply from the vehicle. Normal connection time is between 1 and 25 seconds.
6 Troubleshooting 6.1 PC connection problems This section describes problems that you may encounter while programming the unit. 6.1.1 "Communication timeout" error Troubleshooting Possible causes: Bad connection, wrong COM port selected, bad USB to RS232 converter. Solution: Check the serial cable, to make sure it is making good connection with the Ready-or-Not unit, and the PC serial port. If the unit still fails to connect, check to make sure you are using the correct COM port.
Make sure you have not accidentally selected a port assigned to another peripheral (e.g., a modem). Next, check the port status. Click on StartgControl Panel, then double-click the System icon. If the System icon is not visible, click on the "Switch to Classic View" link (top left). Click the Hardware tab, then Device Manager. Troubleshooting Find the Ports (COM & LPT) tree, and click on the plus sign to expand it.
7 Support Information Please be sure to read section 6 ("Troubleshooting"), prior to contacting ScanTool.net, LLC for support. Many of the common problems can be solved by following the simple steps outlines there. When you contact Support, please have the following information ready: 1. Operating system of your computer 2. Your invoice number 3. Serial number 4. Hardware version 5. Firmware version 6. Version of the configuration utility 7.
8 Accessories 8.1 OBD-II cables The Ready-or-Not can be used with a number of inexpensive OBD-II cables, including cables with right angle J1962 connectors. The ability to replace a worn out OBD-II cable is indispensible in heavy use applications. You can place your order online, by phone, or fax (see previous section). 5.2 USB to RS232 converter Some modern PCs (especially portable computers) do not have a serial port, necessary for programming the Ready-or-Not.
PROPER USE, SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY The purpose of the Ready-or-Not Test Tool is to determine the readiness status of a vehicle for a state mandated inspection. All normal safety precautions while working around vehicles should be observed. Users of the Read-or-Not Test Tool MUST completely review this Operator's Manual prior to use. Always comply with all safety requirements, procedures, and recommendations in this manual while testing vehicles with Ready-or-Not Test Tool.