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Tread Depth and Pressure Tool User Guide Display Rubber housing Enter Up/Down navigation Wireless wall charger On/Back Pressure hose connection with protective cap Tread depth pin Hose Pin cover Micro USB port for updating Bartec Auto ID Ltd. SW Version: R.5.3 (English) 2019...
The TAP100 and TAP200 tools are designed to measure a tyres tread depth and pressure in a simple and fast process and displays the results on a high resolution colour display, making them easily presentable for the customer.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 MPORTANT OTICES SAFETY DEFINITIONS All Danger, Warning, Important, and Note messages must be followed for your safety. These safety messages are in the following form DANGER: Means you may risk possible loss of life. WARNING: Means you may risk possible bodily harm.
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Disposing of batteries • The TAP100 and the TAP200 contain a Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery which is not accessible to the user. • Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not throw batteries away as part of normal refuse disposal.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 EFORE ETTING TARTED Before you get started using your Tyre Tool, there are a few items to be aware of. Charge your tool The tool is shipped with a fully charged battery, but due to shelf drain it may require charging. It is recommended to charge your tool 2+ hours before use.
Note: The major difference between the TAP100 and the TAP200 is the length of the tread depth pin. The TAP100 has a 15mm pin which is used for passenger vehicle tyres. The TAP200 has a 25mm pin which is used for vehicles with deeper tread depths.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 AVIGATION The tool’s menu system provides a hierarchy of instructions and commands. The top line of the display will always indicate the current menu selected. The menu system is navigated by the directional keys: Up Arrow...
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 OSITIONING Proper tool positioning is important to insure correct measurement of tyre data. Place the tool on the tyre, use the pin on the back side of the tool for measuring tyre tread depth and connect the hose to the valve in order to check tyre pressure.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 HARGING The tool is supplied with a wall-mounted Inductive Charging Cradle with a wall adapter power supply. For optimal performance, return the tool securely to the cradle when not in use to ensure that the battery is charged.
ON/OFF S OWER EQUENCE The TAP100/200 is powered up using the Back/On key. To power the tool on, press the Back/On key. The display will light, indicating the tool name. The tool will then display the Main menu. Power down the tool by selecting “Off” from the Main menu and pressing the Enter key. “Goodbye” is displayed, and the tool will power off.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 EHICLE UDIT CREEN On entry to the audit screen, the Left Front wheel will be flashing, prompting the operator to start at this wheel position. Pressing the Enter button will open the tyre audit screen with the arrow pointing on the left groove of the tyre.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 A display where the tyre surface is slanted outward or inward indicates that the tyre’s tread is wearing faster on one side in comparison to the opposite side. This is a common side effect of a tyre or tyres being out of alignment.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 LEAR EHICLE Deletes all tire data stored on the tool. After pressing the Enter key on Clear Vehicle Data from the Main menu, you will be prompted to confirm whether you wish to delete all data. Use the Arrow keys to highlight Yes or No and press Enter to confirm.
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 Language: Select Language for the tool. Update Tool: Receive the latest software on your tool by choosing ‘Update Mode’ from the menu. Sub-menu containing important information about the tool itself. Tool Info Displays the following information:...
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 EGISTERING It is of great importance to register your tool. The registration enables: Access to Software Updates Access to new Manuals Access to Technical Service Bulletins Answers to FAQs Activation of your product warranty Protection of your investment...
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TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 Following the ‘Confirm account’ link will take you back to the website. This page is showing that you are now a registered user. Click on ‘this page’ to log in From now on you only need to log in as a registered user: After Login, you are shown your personal settings, which can be changed or not, as required.
“TPMS Desktop is free PC software that is the easiest way to update all of your Bartec tools without logging in to this website, and it also has many other benefits. TPMS Desktop is required to update the TAP100, TAP200 and the TPMS PAD, and is the best way to update the Tech300, Tech400 and Tech500.”...
TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 TPMS D PDATING OOL VIA ESKTOP Click on Update, the software will be automatically be downloaded to your tool, and it will be ready to use.” Updating the TAP only works with the TPMS Desktop installed on your computer.
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TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 The Register button takes you to the website: Reports Search, view and print job reports. This preformatted and detailed record contains the necessary job information that you and your customers need. Sort or filter reports by date, make, model and year. Simply print a report and attach it to the invoice as proof of work completed.
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TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 System Settings Configure the TPMS Desktop Application to meet your tyre shop’s needs. Want to connect with Bluetooth. Connectivity is just a few clicks away with TPMS Desktop. Your tool will connect wirelessly to the TPMS Desktop using Bluetooth technology.
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TAP100/200 User Guide R.5.3 2019 On the tool, select “Bluetooth Pair” from the Setup menu, and the tool will search for available devices. Locate your device in the list and select it with the Enter key. The tool will prompt when it has paired successfully. TPMS Desktop will also prompt upon a successful Bluetooth connection.
PECIFICATION Power Supply: Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery, not user serviceable. Measurement: TAP100: 15mm replaceable steel pin with profiled end TAP200: 25mm replaceable steel pin with profiled end Screen: High resolution, sunlight readable, 1.6” colour graphics display 240 * 240 pixels...
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