Table of Contents AUTOSTOP™ Micro Plus User Manual Version 2.21 UNPACKING AND FIRST TIME USE ................... 2 Unit Activation ........................2 Self Test and Battery Check ....................2 FOR YOUR SAFETY ......................3 OPERATION ......................... 4 Test Conditions and Test Area ................... 4 Set-Up in Vehicle .........................
1. UNPACKING AND FIRST TIME USE Congratulations on your choice of an AUTOSTOP™ Micro Plus. Please take the time to read this User’s Manual before using the Micro Plus Brake Meter in the field. Incorrect or inappropriate use of this instrument may void the warranty. Retain the packing materials for future shipping and transport of the unit for periodic calibration.
2. For Your Safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous. Read the complete user guide. Further detailed information is given in this manual. SWITCH ON SAFELY Do not switch the device on when wireless device use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
3. OPERATION 3.1 Test Conditions and Test Area The vehicle must be stationary (at a complete stop) prior to commencement of the test. Ideal conditions are to test the vehicle at a location where no other or only few vehicles are present. However, if it is necessary to use another area, such as a public road, only commence the test if there is no danger of an accident.
results. During the test the Micro Plus’ display will run through a programmed series corresponding to the movement of the vehicle. Series: “Pre” - prelude, “br” - brake, “cal” - calculate. If an error occurs at anytime during the testing, the Micro will display a flashing “Err” for error.
3.6 Viewing stored data To view the stored data on the Micro Plus, press ‘NEXT’ on main menu to select “dat”. Press ‘YES’ and the display will show the test number. Press ‘NEXT’ to select the required test number. Press ‘YES’ to view the stored result in the selected test number. After viewing the test results, the display will show “Prn”, select ‘YES’...
Aligning infrared port on printer and Micro Plus 3.8 Menu Reference Display Main Display Sub- Description Keys to press menu Menu “Act” This is to activate the Micro Plus Press YES to activate as the unit is locked prior to unit or NEXT to go to shipment.
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displays Average view the value of acceleration and Maximum deceleration AVG LED glows The number Value of Maximum deceleration Press NEXT or YES to displays the view the value of maximum Speed deceleration and MAX LED glows The number Value of Speed Press NEXT or YES to displays the view the value of...
Flashing “CLr” This is for confirming that you Press YES to confirm want to clear the saved results or NEXT to cancel “opt” This is for changing the units of Press YES to change average and maximum the unit or NEXT to go deceleration and units for speed to the next item on the and stopping distance...
Step 2: A smaller window will appear, select the serial port you have connected the serial cable to. CLICK NEXT TO CONTINUE. Step 3: If your Micro Plus is currently switched on – switch it off now. Step 4: Switch on the Micro Plus. The software will automatically commence download when a connection is detected.
There are options such as: Open: in order to open a saved file on your PC Save: to save the results onto your PC Export: this option can be used to view and save the test result in Microsoft Excel compatible format.
However, we prefer companies such as TNT, IPEC, UPS, or Federal Express forward units, if a prompt delivery is required. Ship to: The Service Department, Auto Test Products Pty Ltd, 61-63 Parsons St, Kensington, VIC 3207, Australia. Phone: (+61 3) 8840 3016, or to your nearest service distributor.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Potential Cause and Action Necessary Micro Plus turns off Battery flat. Replace the batteries with two new AA batteries Micro Plus displays flashing “CF” The in-built clock has failed. It might be an electronic fault, or the unit needs to be recalibrated. “BAT Battery is low and has to be replaced by two new AA Micro Plus displays...
8. WARRANTY AUTOTEST Products Pty Ltd or any Authorised AUTOTEST Service Centre warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the original date of purchase. This warranty applies only to products and components supplied by AUTOTEST Products which can be identified by the trade name or logo affixed to them or by other documents.
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AUTHORISED SERVICE AGENTS: AUSTRALIA AutoTest Products 61-63 Parsons Street, Kensington, VIC, 3031 PH: (+61) 3 8840 3016 CHINA Itach Autotech Corp Room 703 Building A,Guo Run Commercial Plaza, No.46 West,. Feng Tai District, Beijing 100073 PH: (+_10) 8365 9442 DENMARK BM Autoteknik A/S Erhvervsparken 7, 9632 Moldrup, PH: (+ 45) 8669 2022...
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