Chapter 1: Introduction
Tester Components
Controller
Carrying Handle: For carrying the Controller and Tester
Pod (when attached).
Controller Release Lever: Press to release the Controller
from the Tester Pod.
Power Button: Hold for 2 seconds to turn the Controller
on and off independent of the Tester Pod. Flashes when
the Controller is being charged.
Touch Screen: Primary user interface.
Camera & Flashlight: For VIN scanning and identification.
Temperature Sensor: For measuring battery temperature.
Micro-USB Port: For updating and servicing the Control-
ler when a WiFi network is not available.
Power Supply Connection
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Tester Pod
Accessory Connector: For connecting an optional acces-
sory (ex. Amp Clamp / DMM Cable) to the Tester Pod.
Controller Charging Contacts: For charging and communi-
cating with the Controller when mounted to the Tester Pod.
Status Indicator LEDs:
- Power is on
- Tester Pod is communicating with the Controller
Integrated Printer: For printing and sharing test results.
Clamp Storage Mounts: Use to keep the test clamps
protected when the tester is not in use.
Tester Pod Internal Batteries
Charging Dock
Tester Pod Charging Contacts: For charging the Tester Pod
Power Supply Connection
IMPORTANT: Always place the DSS-5000 in the
plugged-in charging dock when not in use to
allow the tool to automatically check for and
perform any available software updates.
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- Clamps reversed
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