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  • Page 1 TwinProbe User Manual www.elektropartner.com...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH...............5...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3.2.6 Fire and Explosion Hazard...............11 3.2.7 Noise Hazard..................11 3.2.8 High Voltage Hazard.................11 3.2.9 Poisoning Hazard................12 3.3 General User and Maintenance Warnings........13 4 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR USING TWINPROBE...14 4.1 Glossary..................14 4.2 General Rules................14 4.3 Operator Safety................14 4.4 Tool Safety..................15 5 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION..........17 6 OPERATION OF THE TOOL'S RADIO DEVICES.....18...
  • Page 5 10 User Instructions..............24 10.1 Tool Power Supply..............24 10.1.1 Power supply through power adapter..........25 10.1.2 Power supply through battery cable..........26 10.1.3 Power supply through internal battery..........27 10.1.4 Recharging the Internal Battery............27 10.2 Turning the unit on and off............28 10.3 Communication Mode with the Display Unit........29 10.3.1 Connecting via Bluetooth ...............30 10.3.2 Connection via USB................31 10.3.3 Blink codes..................32...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    TWINPROBE TECHNICAL MANUAL Introduction Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for choosing a TEXA product for your workshop. We are certain that you will get the greatest satisfaction from it and receive a great deal of help in your work.

  • Page 7: About The Manual

    ABOUT THE MANUAL In this document the terms "tool" and "device" refer to the purchased product, subject of this manual. Any other specific term is explained in the text. This manual is divided into the following chapters: Legend of the Symbols: provides the description of the symbols used in the manual.

  • Page 8: Legend Of The Symbols Used

    1 LEGEND OF THE SYMBOLS USED The symbols used in the manual are described in this chapter. Asphyxiation Risk Explosion Risk High Voltage Hazard Fire / Burn risk Poisoning Hazard Corrosive Substances Risk Noise Hazard Moving Parts Risk Crushing Risk General Risk Important information...

  • Page 9: Glossary

    2 GLOSSARY This chapter provides definitions of the technical terms used in the manual: Diagnosis/diagnostic socket: female connector mounted on the vehicle • which allows it to be connected to the vehicle control unit. • OBD socket: diagnosis socket specific to the OBD protocol. Diagnosis/diagnostic connector: male connector mounted on the •...

  • Page 10: General Safety Regulations

    3 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS 3.1 Glossary Operator: qualified individual, in charge of using the device/tool. • • Machine/device/tool: the product purchased. • Workplace: the place where the operator must carry out her/his work. 3.2 Operator Safety Regulations 3.2.1 General Safety Regulations The operator must be completely clear-headed and sober when using the •...

  • Page 11: Risk Of Impact And Crushing

    3.2.3 Risk of Impact and Crushing The vehicles which are undergoing A/C system recharging operations and the devices, must be properly blocked using the specific mechanical brakes/blocks, while being service. Safety Precautions: • Always make sure that the vehicle is in neutral gear (or that it is set in parking position in case of a vehicle equipped with automatic transmission).

  • Page 12: Fire And Explosion Hazard

    • Make sure there are no oil stains, rags, paper or other inflammable material near the muffler. Avoid splashing electrolyte on skin, eyes and clothes, as it is a corrosive and • highly toxic compound. 3.2.6 Fire and Explosion Hazard The following are potential fires and/or explosion hazards: •...

  • Page 13: Poisoning Hazard

    Safety Precautions: Make sure the electrical system in the workplace is compliant to current • national standards. Make sure the device being used is connected to ground. • • Cut off the power supply voltage before connecting or disconnecting cables. Do NOT touch the high voltage cables when the engine is on.

  • Page 14: General User And Maintenance Warnings

    3.3 General User and Maintenance Warnings When using the device or carrying out scheduled maintenance (eg. fuse replacement) on the device, carefully follow the information provided below. Do not remove or damage the labels/tags and the warnings on the device; •...

  • Page 15: Specific Safety Rules For Using Twinprobe

    4 SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR USING TWINPROBE The technology used for the design and inspection of the manufacture of the TWINPROBE diagnostic tools, make them reliable, simple and safe to use. Personnel in charge of using the diagnostic tools is required to follow the general safety regulations and use the TWINPROBE tools for their intended use only.

  • Page 16: Tool Safety

    Safety Measures: Do not allow unqualified personnel using the tool, in order to avoid accidents • to people or damages to the tool or to electronic systems of the vehicle to which it is connected. Follow the instructions supplied by the software closely and carefully. •...
  • Page 17 The tool was designed so as to be electrically safe and to work with specific power supply voltage levels. Failure to comply with the specifications related to the power supply may impair the tool efficiency. Safety Measures: Do not wet with water or other liquids. •...

  • Page 18: Environmental Information

    5 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION For information regarding the disposal of this product please see the pamphlet supplied.

  • Page 19: Operation Of The Tool's Radio Devices

    6 OPERATION OF THE TOOL'S RADIO DEVICES Wireless connection with Bluetooth, WiFi and HSUPA technology Wireless connectivity through Bluetooth, WiFi and HSUPA is a technology that supplies a standard, reliable method for exchanging information between different devices using radio waves. Many other products besides those built by TEXA use this technology, such as mobile phones, portable devices, Computers, printers, cameras, Pocket PCs etc.

  • Page 20: Information Regarding Regulations

    7 INFORMATION REGARDING REGULATIONS Declaration of conformity Texa S.p.A. hereby declares that this unit complies with the essential requirements and with all further provisions defined by the 1999/5/EC regulation. A complete copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from TEXA S.p.A., Via 1 Maggio 9, 31050 Monastier di Treviso (TV), Italy...

  • Page 21: Twinprobe

    8 TWINPROBE TWINPROBE is an acquisition instrument for analogue and digital measures. It is a powerful, functional and economic acquisition system in the world of cars, bikes and industrial vehicles diagnosis. TWINPROBE has the following functions: • 2-channel oscilloscope. Signal generator (through optional cable kit).

  • Page 22: Description

    9 DESCRIPTION This chapter describes the general features of the tool. 9.1 Image of the Tool Green LED: indicates that the tool is on. Red LED: indicates the battery status. Blue LED: indicates the Bluetooth communication status. USB plug: USB 2.0 connector (compatibile USB 1.0) for communication with the display unit and for firmware update of the tool.

  • Page 23: Technical Features

    9.2 Technical Features The technical features of the tool are explained here below: GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS: Power supply: 8 V - 35 V DC max Stand-by consumption: 150 mA at 12 V Consumption during battery charge in OSCILLOSCOPE 480 mA at 12 V mode and 2 active channels: <Internal battery duration in OSCILLOSCOPE mode and 2...
  • Page 24 OSCILLOSCOPE: Channel numbers: 2 analogue (CH01, CH02). Host connection: Via USB2, USB1 or Wireless Bluetooth. Channel USB2, USB1, Bluetooth, max 2 channels 20 MS/ configuration: Trigger: CH01 or CH02. 2 10-bit converters. A/D conversion: 40 MS/s with one active channel. 20 MS/s for channel with 2 active channels.

  • Page 25: User Instructions

    10 User Instructions TWINPROBE must be used by qualified personnel. TEXA S.p.A. offers professional training courses to its clients. In these training courses the techicians are followed step by step by specialized personnel. Their goal is to give these technicians as much familarity with the tools and their software as possible.

  • Page 26: Power Supply Through Power Adapter

    10.1.1 Power supply through power adapter The tool can be powered through the power adapter supplied. Tool Power adapter Proceed as follows: Connect the power adapter to connector Battery Power of the tool. Connect the power supply to the mains.

  • Page 27: Power Supply Through Battery Cable

    10.1.2 Power supply through battery cable Power supply can be obtained from the battery of the vehicle under test after a proper wiring. Tool Clamps to connect to the battery Proceed as follows: Connect the clamps to connector Battery Power of the tool. Connect the cable clamps to the battery terminals taking care to respect the polarity indicated on the cables.

  • Page 28: Power Supply Through Internal Battery

    10.1.3 Power supply through internal battery The internal lithium battery at 3,7 V, 1 A/h can operate the tool for about 1 hour and 45 minutes if you use the OSCILLOSCOPE module with 2 active channels and USB 2.0 port connected. The battery also works as a back-up battery.

  • Page 29: Turning The Unit On And Off

    10.2 Turning the unit on and off To turn on the tool proceed as follows: Press Power button for about 2 seconds. Release the button after hearing a beep. After the first beep the green LED turns on. The tool emits a second beep (longer and delayed of about 3 seconds) indicating the success of self-configuration procedure and that the tool is ready to be used.

  • Page 30: Communication Mode With The Display Unit

    10.3 Communication Mode with the Display Unit The tool is not equipped with a user interface and the data acquired are sent to an appropriate display unit. Before starting the communication with the display unit, you must perform the special configuration procedure. The tool can be connected to the display unit in the following ways: •...

  • Page 31: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    10.3.1 Connecting via Bluetooth The wireless connection eliminates the communication cable with the display unit, increasing the practical use of the tool. The serial number used to configure Bluetooth communication can be found on the plate located on the lower part of the tool. The Blue LED flashes: Configuration phase of Bluetooth communication.

  • Page 32: Connection Via Usb

    10.3.2 Connection via USB In order to connect via USB you must use the USB cable provided. The tool is compatible with the USB 1.1 technology. Tool USB cable Display unit Proceed as follows: Connect RJ45 cable connector to the tool. Connect the USB connector of the USB cable to the display unit already switched on.

  • Page 33: Blink Codes

    10.3.3 Blink codes The tool uses the blinking of LEDs to indicate its status or signal any detected problems. STATUS - Tool off GREEN - Tool on. Blinking -- Device battery not in charge. Device battery in charge. Blinking Signalling of a problem of the internal battery. Bluetooth communication not active.

  • Page 34: Oscilloscope

    10.4 Oscilloscope The tool, in OSCILLOSCOPE mode, features 2 independent analogue input channels with a 10 MHz (-3 dB) passing band. According to the number of active channels there could be different configurations. The following acquisition modes are available: Normal: the graph of the waveform of the signal is updated each time the •...

  • Page 35: Connection Of Measuring Probes

    10.4.1 Connection of measuring probes It is possible to connect two probes at the same time. In this case at least one of the probes has to be connected to the ground. Positive terminal Ground Terminal Connection connector for the tool. Tool Oscilloscope cable Proceed as follows:...

  • Page 36: Insulated Measurement

    10.4.2 Insulated measurement The insulated measurement can be carried out with a connection through the probes and not supplying external power supply to the tool. Different actions could damage the tools. The insulated measurement allows you to match the ground potential of the probe to the one to which it is connected.

  • Page 37: Signal Generator

    10.5 SIGNAL GENERATOR The use of software SIGNAL GENERATOR allows to simulate some input and output signals of the electronic control unit used in cars. Particularly, with the use of this software, it is possible to send signals simulating the ones produced by sensors to the electronic control units. Additionally it is possible to simulate the control signal (output power signal) through which the control units control the activation of some actuators (including but not limited to: solenoid valves, motors, throttle housing).

  • Page 38: Connection Of The Cable Of The Signal Generator

    10.5.1 Connection of the cable of the Signal Generator Connector for the communication with the tool Protection fuse PWM 5 V terminal DRIVE terminal Terminal +BATT Tool Cable for the signal generator Proceed as follows: Connect the cable for the signal generator to connector Function Gen of the tool.

  • Page 39: Pwm 5 V

    10.5.2 PWM 5 V PWM 5 V mode allows to simulate last generation sensors with 0-5 V PWM or PFM type signals. For example it is possible to change the frequency of air mass meter to simulate the quantity of detected air. This mode requires a ground cable to connect the negative pole of the battery to the one of the tool to be tested (sensor).
  • Page 40 The connection scheme for modePMW 5 V is displayed below. The connection to the positive pole of the battery is optional Battery Power Funtion Gen Tool to be tested (sensor)
  • Page 41 Proceed as follows: • Connect the negative pole of the battery clamps (black clamp) to the vehicle's mass. Connect the mass cable's clamp to the battery. • • Connect the mass cable's terminal to the device that you wish to test; using, if necessary, the accessories supplied.

  • Page 42: Pwm Current Drive

    10.5.3 PWM CURRENT DRIVE Mode PWM CURRENT DRIVE allows to test all the devices that work if activated by circulation of current (for example.: EGR valve, compressor of catalytic converter, etc.). The connection scheme for modePMW CURRENT DRIVEis displayed below.
  • Page 43 Battery Power Funtion Gen Tool to be tested (actuator) Proceed as follows: Connect the clamps to the vehicle battery. Connect the terminals +BATT and DRIVE to the actuator or device that you wish to test; using, if necessary, the accessories supplied. Follow the instructions supplied by the software.
  • Page 44 EGR CLEANING Proceed as follows: Turn off the vehicle and pull out the key. Electrically disconnect the EGR from the vehicle. Connect the clamps to the vehicle battery. Connect the terminals +BATT and DRIVE of the signal generator to the EGR.
  • Page 45 TURBINE UNLOCK PROCEDURE Proceed as follows: Turn off the vehicle and pull out the key. Electrically disconnect the control of the variable geometry from the vehicle. Connect the clamps to the vehicle battery. Connect terminals +BATT and DRIVE of the signal generator to the control of variable geometry.

  • Page 46: Accessories

    11 ACCESSORIES The following image displays the tips supplied with the tool. You are advised to use only the accessories supplied by TEXA S.p.A.

  • Page 47: Tool Firmware Update

    12 TOOL FIRMWARE UPDATE You can update the tool firmware through appropriate cabling and software functions. For more information consult the software User Manual.

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    13 MAINTENANCE This product does not require special maintenance. For a longer tool life, keep the product clean and follow the instructions detailed in this manual carefully. For further help, contact your Retailer or the Technical Assistance Service.

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    14 TROUBLESHOOTING For any technical problem contact your retailer/distributor. Below you will find a list of simple instructions that the client can carry out without having to ask for technical assistance. PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The display unit is off. Switch on the display unit. Bring the display unit in the The display unit is not tool's range.

  • Page 50: Legal Notices

    15 LEGAL NOTICES For information regarding the legal notices, please refer to International Warranty Booklet provided with the product in your possession.

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