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Store CRP229 out of reach of children and do not allow children to use it unsupervised. Please use the included battery and charger. Otherwise, explosion may happen. Do not disconnect power abruptly when CRP229 is being formatted or in process of uploading or downloading. Or else it may result in program error.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual FCC Caution This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
1.1 Product Profile ..................................1 1.2 Features....................................1 1.3 Technical Specifications ..............................2 2 Knowledge of CRP229..................................3 2.1 CRP229 Display Tablet................................4 2.2 CRP229 Accessory Checklist ..............................5 3 Preparations......................................7 3.1 Charging CRP229................................7 3.2 On Using Your Battery.................................7 3.3 Power On/Off CRP229 ................................7 3.3.1 Power on .................................7 3.3.2 Power off.................................8...
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 3.9 Customize your desktop..............................11 3.9.1 Move items on the desktop............................ 11 3.9.2 Delete items from the desktop..........................11 3.9.3 Change your wallpaper ............................12 3.9.4 Adjust brightness..............................12 3.9.5 Set standby time ..............................12 3.9.6 Set screen lock ..............................12 3.9.7 Adjust the volume ..............................13...
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 5.3.3 Function menu ..............................23 5.4 Download/ Update Diagnostic Software..........................24 5.5 Start Diagnosing ................................25 5.5.1 Read trouble code..............................29 5.5.2 Clear trouble code ..............................29 5.5.3 Read data stream ..............................30 5.6 Reset ....................................33 5.7 golo....................................33 5.7.1 Register a golo official account..........................34 5.7.2 Assign a diagnostic device to a official account ....................34...
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 5.10.1 System of Units..............................38 5.10.2 Orientation ................................39 5.10.3 Expiration Reminder ............................39 5.10.4 Print Information..............................39 5.10.5 Diagnostic Feedback ............................39 5.10.6 Network Detection ..............................39 5.10.7 About...................................39 6 Others ......................................40 6.1 Email ....................................40 6.1.1 Configure an email account...........................40 6.1.2 Send an email................................40...
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 6.4 Alarms ....................................44 6.4.1 Add an alarm .................................44 6.4.2 Delete an alarm ..............................45 6.4.3 Turn on/off alarm ..............................45 6.5 File Manager..................................45 6.6 Applications ..................................45 6.6.1 Install applications ..............................45 6.6.2 View installed applications............................46 6.6.3 Uninstall applications............................46 6.7 Set Date &...
1 Introduction 1.1 Product Profile CRP229 is a new Android-based vehicle trouble diagnostic device developed for internet applications. It inherits from LAUNCH’s advanced diagnosing technology and is characterized by covering a wide range of vehicles, featuring powerful functions, and providing precise test result.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 6. File Manager: Lets you manage files or downloaded files stored in SD card efficiently; 7. Settings: To configure your personalized CRP229. 1.3 Technical Specifications Item Description Operating system Android 4.2 Display 5 inch touch screen with 800 x 480 pixels Connectivity Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
2 Knowledge of CRP229 There are two main components to the CRP229 system: CRP229 Display Tablet -- the central processor and monitor for the system (For details, please refer to Chapter 2.1.) Fig. 2-1 Diagnostic Main Cable -- the cable used to connect CRP229 to diagnostic connector for accessing vehicle data...
Back Button 2.2 CRP229 Accessory Checklist Common accessories for each CRP229 are same, but for different destinations, the accessories of CRP229 (such as diagnostic software, testing connectors) may vary. Please consult from the local agency or check the package list...
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Table 2-3 -- CRP229 common accessories and descriptions Name CRP229 Display Tablet Diagnostic Main Cable Power adaptor OBD II Diagnostic Connector Non-16 pin Diagnostic Connector (optional)
Press the POWER key to turn on CRP229. Note: If it is the first time you have used this tool or the tool remains idle for a long period of time, CRP229 could fail to turn on. Please charge your CRP229 for a minimum of 5 minutes and attempt to turn on again.
Spread apart / Pinch together apart. To zoom out, place two fingers apart on the screen and then pinch them together. 3.5 Lock & unlock the screen Many screen lock modes are available on CRP229. Take the preset screen-lock mode as example for demonstration.
3.5.1 Lock the screen When CRP229 is ON, press POWER key once to lock the screen; The system will lock the screen automatically after CRP229 remains idle over the preset standby time. 3.5.2 Unlock the screen Press POWER key to activate the screen, and then drag the lock to “Unlock” position.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Tap it to configure the CRP229 system settings and to view the general information about the Display Tablet. Tap it to display a list of applications that are currently running. To open an application, tap it. To remove an application, swipe it upwards.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Connected to a PC USB bound is activated Available Wi-Fi is detected Connected to Wi-Fi Notes: When the icon appears on the status bar, please charge it immediately. 3.8 Notification bar The notification bar is used to display some activities, such as new messages, to do list and running tasks. You can also open the notification bar to view the reminder or activity notification.
2. Choose the desired sleep time. 3.9.6 Set screen lock This function is designed to lock the screen and buttons to avoid accidental operations while CRP229 keeps unattended. 1. On the HOME screen, tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
Note: Alternatively, you can also press the volume keys to control the volume of the current application. 3.10 Input Method 3.10.1 Activate / hide on-screen keyboard By default, Android keyboard is available on CRP229. To input text, tap the input box and the on-screen keyboard will be activated automatically. After inputting, tap to hide the keyboard.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 3.10.3 Android input method Fig. 3-2 To toggle between upper case and lower case. To switch to numeric & symbol keyboard. To enter a space. > To delete the character before the cursor. > Long-press this key to delete all characters before the cursor.
Note: If you don’t need Wi-Fi for a while, you can turn it off to conserve battery life. The CRP229 has built-in Wi-Fi that you can use to get online. Once you’re online, you can register your CRP229, browse the Internet, get apps and send email on your network.
(water temperature is 90-110 ℃ and transmission oil temperature is 50-80 ℃ ). Select testing connectors If CRP229 is testing vehicles equipped with universal OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, please use the included diagnostic connector. (For vehicles with non-OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, a non-16 PIN connector is required.) 5.1.2 DLC Location...
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-1 5.1.3 Vehicle Connection The method used to connect the diagnostic connector to a vehicle’s DLC depends on the vehicle’s configuration as follows: A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both communication and 12V power through a standardized DLC.
Connect the other end of the diagnostic main cable to DB15 connector of CRP229 and then tighten the captive screws. 5.2 Diagnosis Flowchart For new users, please follow the operation chart shown in Fig. 5-2 to get familiar with and start using CRP229.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-2...
5.3.1 Product registration By default, all available software is pre-installed on CRP229 and can be used to diagnose a vehicle even if you have not registered it. To enjoy more functions and better update service, you are strongly recommended to experience a product registration.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-4 3. Input the necessary information and then tap “Register” to finish your registration. Once it is successfully signed up, it will automatically switch to the main menu screen. Note: Please fill in an official Email Address, which is mainly designed to retrieve your password in case you forgot the...
Refer to “Chapter 5.3.3 Function menu” for details. Tap it to configure the CRP229 system settings. Tap it to display a list of applications that are currently running. To open an application, tap it.
Vehicle software display area: Tap the desired icon to test the corresponding vehicle (In this case, you need to make sure a proper connection between CRP229 and the vehicle). Where DEMO indicates the Demo program, which is provided to guide you through the whole diagnosis operation.
Allows you to configure the system settings to your preference. 5.4 Update Diagnostic Software Only after your CRP229 is successfully activated can you perform the software update. Since our product is always improved and optimized, you are suggested to check the update frequently.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-7 By default, only those vehicle models in which new version is greater than local version are selected. To deselect certain software, just uncheck the box before the vehicle model; To deselect all, just tap “Unselect”. Tap [Download] to start downloading.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-8 Take Demo as an example to demonstrate how to diagnose a vehicle. 1. Tap the “Demo” logo, the system will prompt you to select the diagnostic software version. See Fig. 5-9.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-9 On-screen Buttons: New Session: Tap it to return to the home screen. Confirm: Tap it to confirm and jump to the next step. 2. Tap “Confirm” to enter the demo menu interface. See Fig. 5-10.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-11 5. Tap “Engine”, the system will jump to the function menu. See Fig. 5-12. Fig. 5-12...
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 5.5.1 Read DTC This function displays the detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the vehicle’s control system. Tap “Read DTC” from the function menu, the screen will display the diagnostic result. Fig. 5-13 On-screen Buttons: New Session: Tap it to return to the home screen.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Help: Tap it to view the help information. 5.5.2 Clear Fault Memory After reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and certain repairs have been carried out, you can use this function to erase the codes from the vehicle. Before performing this function, please be sure the vehicle’s ignition key is in the ON position with the engine off.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Fig. 5-14 On-screen Buttons: New Session: Tap it to return to the home screen. Select Page: Tap it to select all items of the current page. Unselect: Tap it to deselect all data stream items.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual allowing you to view various types of parameters in the most suitable way. Graph – displays the parameters in waveform graphs. Refer to Fig. 5-16. Value – this is the default mode which displays the parameters in texts and shows in list format.
There are two methods to reset service lamp: reset manually or reset automatically. Auto reset follows the principle of sending command from CRP229 to vehicle’s ECU to do resetting. While using manual reset, users just proceed following the on-screen instructions.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual technicians to increase productivity and customer retention. Tap “golo” to enter, the screen appears blank by default. If a car user purchases a golo carcare connector and wants to bind a garage, tap “My Car” on mobile phone terminal to request for binding official account to be a registered customer.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 5.7.3 Pre-bind a golo user Except that a golo carcare user asks for to be a registered customer, the garage who sold golo connectors can also adopt the golo Cloud to bind golo carcare users as regular customers.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Registered Customer Refers to the regular customers who are bound to this garage. Followed Customer Refers to the customers who followed your official account. Note: Followed customer only supports remote diagnosis request. For registered customer, it not only features remote diagnosis request, but also supports sending abnormal warnings or messages of customer’s vehicle to the golo Cloud, which will be presented on the diagnostic devices associated with the...
The Recharging Card is only applicable for those products which are produced by LAUNCH and supports software payment and renewal. This option enables you to activate and recharge your pin card. How to activate the charging card? Run CRP229 application, tap “Profile” (on the home screen) --> Please input the card number of charging card...
Note: To avoid purchasing a forfeit charging card, please purchase it from authorized LAUNCH dealers. How to recharge it? Run CRP229 application and tap “Profile” (on the main menu screen) --> Renew the prepaid pin card. Scrap the designated area to reveal the password and enter it, then tap “Confirm”.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 5.10.2 Orientation This option is used to set the display mode of the application. 5.10.3 Expiration Reminder All pre-installed diagnostic software is free to use for 30 days. Once it expires, it will be locked automatically and the system will prompt you to activate your connector if the expiration reminder is ON.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 6 Others 6.1 Email The function allows you to send and receive email. You can add POP3 or IMAP email account for some common web email service provider. 6.1.1 Configure an email account Note: Before sending or receiving email, you have to set up an email account. In addition, this function required a stable network connection.
Note: Never change the default settings of the server, otherwise email failure may occur. 6.1.6 Delete an email account Once Email account is removed, CRP229 stops receiving the emails from this account, but all messages in it still keeps as it is.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 1. On the HOME screen, tap Email. 2. Tap > Settings. 3. Choose the desired Email account from the account list. 4. Choose “Remove account” to delete it. 6.2 Browser 6.2.1 Open browser On the HOME screen, tap Browser to launch it. You can choose the desired homepage or input the website address to browse.
To download a link, tap and hold it, and then choose “Save link”. To protect your CRP229 and personal data, please download applications from trusted sources. To configure it, tap Settings > Security, and then deselect the box next to Unknown sources.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual every time you launch your browser. 1. On the HOME screen, tap Browser. 2. Tap > Settings > General. 3. Tap “Set homepage”, then follow the on-screen instructions to finish it. 6.2.5 Clear history To prevent your personal information from being exposed much better, you are strongly recommended to clear your browser navigation history.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 4. After setting, tap “OK” to confirm. 6.4.2 Delete an alarm 1. On alarm list screen, tap and hold the desired alarm. 2. Tap the , and then tap “OK” in the confirmation dialog box to delete it.
4. Tap “Uninstall” and then tap “OK” in the dialog box to start uninstalling. 6.7 Set Date & Time CRP229 is preset to use the network-provided date, time zone and time. Note: If Automatic date & time is set as Use network-provided time, date, time and time zone will not be defined.
LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual 6.8 Clear Cache If insufficient memory occurs, please clear cache to spare more storage space. 1. On the HOME screen, tap Settings > Apps. 2. Swipe the screen from right until ALL tab appears. 3. Tap certain application to enter and then tap “Clear cache”.
CRP229 English User’s Manual 7 FAQ 1. How to save power? Please turn off the screen while CRP229 keeps idle. Set a shorter standby time. Decrease the brightness of the screen. If Wi-Fi connection is not required, please turn it off.
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6. The data and time of CRP229 can not be set. It is because Automatic date & time is set on your CRP229. Tap Settings > Date & time, deselect “Automatic date & time” and then set the date and time manually.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER’S BUSINESS. LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of delivery to the user.
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LAUNCH CRP229 English User’s Manual Any question during the operation, please call 86-755-89366558. If your unit requires repair service, return it to the manufacturer with a copy of the sales receipt and a note describing the problem. If the unit is determined to be in warranty, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. If the unit is determined to be out of warranty, it will be repaired for a nominal service charge plus return freight.