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  • Page 1 User manual...
  • Page 2 PC PRO User Manual Part Number A37MAN Issue 1 © Autodiagnos 2010 Part Number A37MAN © Autodiagnos 2010 EN - Issue 1...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Using Autodiagnos PC Pro..............8 Operating instructions Overview....................10 Using Autodiagnos PC Pro..............11 Troubleshooting..................23 Cable identification ................24 Licence Agreement Licence Agreement for Autodiagnos PC Pro........27 Equipment disposal Disposal of equipment ................29 Disposal of batteries ................29...

  • Page 6: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick reference guide Quick reference guide Introduction Congratulations on choosing the Autodiagnos PC Pro diagnostic system. The system enables information to be extracted from various vehicle control modules when connected via the vehicle’s diagnostic connector. Both pre-EOBD (European On-Board Diagnostics) and EOBD-compliant vehicles are covered.

  • Page 7: Product Support Hotline

    Product support hotline Tel: +44 (0)844 665 7623. Fax: +44 (0)844 665 7603. Alternatively, visit the Autodiagnos website at www.autodiagnos.com. Note: To avoid delay, always quote the serial number of the Vehicle Interface when requesting support. Software CD Installation instructions 1.

  • Page 8: Hardware Configuration

    Quick reference guide Hardware configuration Vehicle Interface (VI) This component acts as an interface between the vehicle being tested and the software installed on a PC. Externally, the VI has a number of connectors, but no switches or buttons. It is operated by the user from the PC screen.

  • Page 9: Configuring The Pc

    Quick reference guide Configuring the PC The PC must be set up to recognise the Vehicle Interface (VI). There are two methods of connecting the VI: • USB - Hard wired, • Bluetooth - Wireless. USB is the default connection method setting. USB - Hard wired Follow the procedure below to connect the PC to the Vehicle Interface (VI) using a USB cable.
  • Page 10 Quick reference guide Settings 1 1 1 AU0077 1. Language settings 2. Vehicle Interface (VI) settings 3. Vehicle Interface (VI) configuration 4. Company settings 5. Product information From the ‘Settings’ screen, the software language can be selected. Please note the Vehicle Interface (VI) must be connected to both the PC and a vehicle in order to change the software language.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    2. Connect the appropriate manufacturer diagnostic cable if necessary to the EOBD cable. 3. Connect the diagnostic cable to the vehicle’s diagnostic socket. 4. Connect the vehicle interface to the PC USB port. 5. Double-press the Autodiagnos PC Pro icon on the desktop to launch the software.
  • Page 12 1. Connect the EOBD cable to the Vehicle Interface. 2. Connect the appropriate manufacturer diagnostic cable if necessary to the EOBD cable. 3. Connect the diagnostic cable to the vehicle’s diagnostic socket. 4. Double-press the Autodiagnos PC Pro icon on the desktop to launch the software.

  • Page 13: Using Autodiagnos Pc Pro

    6. View technical data (where installed) 7. View cable images 8. View connector locations The ‘Vehicle Selection’ screen is displayed when Autodiagnos PC Pro is started. Each screen has a number of icons and buttons which control the diagnostic functions.
  • Page 14 3. The communication LED on the Vehicle Interface will begin to flash, confirming that the Autodiagnos PC Pro software is connecting to the system. AU0073s 4. When the vehicle is ready for diagnostic tests, the diagnostic menu items on the...

  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Operating instructions Overview The screens have a number of icons and buttons which control the diagnostic functions. This guide explains the common controls and information screens. In the graphic below, the ‘Vehicle Selection’ screen is selected. Note: All tabs, buttons and icons are highlighted when available for use. 6 6 6 AU0075 1.

  • Page 16: Using Autodiagnos Pc Pro

    Operating instructions Using Autodiagnos PC Pro Selecting a vehicle for testing 6 6 6 AU0075 1. Menu items 2. Vehicle/System selection 3. Exit the application 4. Restart vehicle selection 5. Return to previous screen 6. View technical data 7. View cable images 8.
  • Page 17 Once a vehicle has been selected, the screen will show the systems available for testing. Selecting a system will automatically prompt the software to begin communication. The communication LED on the Vehicle Interface will begin to flash, confirming that the Autodiagnos PC Pro software is connecting to the system.
  • Page 18 Operating instructions AU0080 When the vehicle is ready for diagnostic tests, the diagnostic menu items on the left hand side of the screen become enabled.
  • Page 19 Operating instructions AU0078 1. Exit the application 2. Restart vehicle selection 3. Return to previous screen 4. View technical data 5. Options / results display 6. Scroll up / down 7. Back 8. System dependent features 9. Jobsheet function 10. Confirm / next Some vehicle systems will be displayed in a different format to the standard layout.
  • Page 20 The ‘confirm / next’ button 10 will confirm a selection or move to the next screen. The ‘system dependent feature’ buttons 8 vary in their application and should only be used when instructed to do so by Autodiagnos PC Pro. Reading and clearing fault codes AU0073 1.
  • Page 21 Operating instructions Reading live data 1 1 1 AU0074 1. Start live data 2. Pause live data 3. Stop live data 4. Record live data 5. List mode 6. Graph mode 7. Add live data items to job sheet 8. Add live data items 9.
  • Page 22 Operating instructions To record live data, press button 4; this will request and immediately record the selected live data items. To save the live data recording, press ‘Yes’ when prompted, after recording has finished, and enter a description. Select the saved data tab to view the saved data.
  • Page 23 Operating instructions Graphs AU0071 In the graph view, the graphs will automatically scale to fill the available space on the screen. To enlarge the view of a particular graph select the ‘Zoom’ icon to the right of the graph. For further information, see ‘Live data icons’, page 19.
  • Page 24 Operating instructions Live data icons CR0243 1. Remove 2. Zoom 3. Change display type 4. Enable cross hair 5. View entire graph 6. Alarms/Triggers 7. Zoom in to axis 8. Zoom out from axis 9. Scroll left 10. Scroll right...
  • Page 25 Operating instructions Actuator tests AU0070 The ‘Actuator Tests’ screen allows operation of components within the selected system to be forced. Choose the component to be activated and select the ‘Activate’ button. Observe operation of the component as the system provides no indication of whether the activation has been successful.
  • Page 26 Operating instructions Technical data AU0081 1. Autodata technical data 2. Vivid technical data The ‘Technical Data’ buttons will open the technical data application, for the specific vehicle chosen, in a separate window. Note: The type of technical data available is dependent on the installed technical data package.
  • Page 27 Operating instructions Special functions AU0076 The ‘Special Functions’ screen allows various system tests to be undertaken. The tests available will be determined by the system selected.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Note: Typical message includes; are in good condition “Data Link Error”. • Ensure vehicle system is supported by Autodiagnos PC Pro. Note: If experiencing further technical difficulties with Autodiagnos PC Pro, please contact Product Support. See ‘Product support hotline’, page 2.

  • Page 29: Cable Identification

    Operating instructions Cable identification Standard cables CR0226 AS1215A USB cable CR0225 ASA32 EOBD cable Optional cables CR0234 ASA33 PSA adapter cable (2-pin)
  • Page 30 Operating instructions CR0231 ASA34 PSA adapter cable (30-pin) CR0230 ASA35 VAG adapter cable CR0229 ASA36 Mercedes adapter cable...
  • Page 31 Operating instructions CR0227 ASA37 Mercedes Sprinter adapter cable CR0228 ASA38 BMW adapter cable CR0235 ASA39 Fiat/Alfa/Lancia Adapter Cable...

  • Page 32: Licence Agreement

    3. Rights of Use You have the right to use the enclosed copy of Autodiagnos PC Pro for your normal business on a single computer at one location. Use in a computer network is only allowed if an appropriate Network Licence Agreement has been concluded with Autodiagnos.
  • Page 33 In no case shall Autodiagnos's liability exceed the Licence Fee you paid for the use of Autodiagnos PC Pro during the current year. The disclaimer and limitations set forth will apply regardless of whether you accept AUTODIAGNOS PC PRO.

  • Page 34: Equipment Disposal

    Equipment disposal Equipment disposal Disposal of equipment • Do not dispose of this equipment as miscellaneous solid municipal waste but arrange to have it collected separately. • The re-use or correct recycling of electronic equipment (EEE) is important in order to protect the environment and the wellbeing of humans.
  • Page 35 Autodiagnos Limited Unit 1 Hopton Estate • London Road • Devizes SN10 2EU Tel: 0844 665 7623 • Fax: 0844 665 7603 www.autodiagnos.com...

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