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  • Page 1 UniProbe User Manual www.elektropartner.com...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH..............7...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SUMMARY Introduction....................7 1 SOFTWARE USER INSTRUCTIONS..........8 1.1 Device/Module Unlock................8 1.2 Connecting to the Device/ Module............11 1.3 Selecting the Functions................12 1.4 User Notifications.................13 1.5 Password....................14 1.6 Disclaimers...................15 1.7 Internet connection................18 1.8 Services available by Subscription............19 1.9 Print......................20 1.10 Video....................21 2 MSS - MEASUREMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE......22 2.1 Service Programs.................24 2.1.1 Update Tool....................26 2.1.2 Software Graph Resolution...............27...
  • Page 5 3.4 Result Summary...................66 4 SIGNAL GENERATOR..............67 4.1 PWM CURRENT DRIVE..............69 4.2 PWM 5V....................72 5 MULTIMETER...................75 5.1 Connect / Disconnect................77 5.2 Voltmeter....................79 5.2.1 Voltage scale....................81 5.2.2 Voltage Measurement................82 5.3 Resistance Measurement..............83 5.3.1 Resistance Scale..................85 5.3.2 Measurement duration................86 5.4 Ampmeter.....................87 5.4.1 Current Scale....................89 5.4.2 Measurement duration................90 5.5 Diode test.....................91 5.5.1 Measurement duration................94...
  • Page 6 7.2.1 Measurements..................119 7.2.2 Graphs....................120 7.2.3 Errors......................120 7.2.4 View the Description of an Error.............121 7.3 Reset....................122 7.4 Connections..................123 8 AUTOMATIC CONFIGURATION............124 8.1 Quick Menu..................126 8.2 Print Preview..................128 8.3 Delete Configuration................129 8.4 Configuration Procedure..............131 9 BLUETOOTH CONFIGURATION...........140 9.1 Find....................142 9.2 Activate....................145 9.3 Deactivate..................147 9.4 Assign....................149 9.5 Info.....................152 10 UPDATE TOOL................153...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    MSS USER 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. Please read through the instructions in this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

  • Page 9: Software User Instructions

    1 SOFTWARE USER INSTRUCTIONS The use of this software is bound to the conditions described in the License Agreement and the International Warranty. The license agreement is also available and can be downloaded from the website www.texa.com under "Legal Info". 1.1 Device/Module Unlock The purchased tool/device needs to be unlocked before it can be used.
  • Page 10 4. Enter the unlock code provided by your retailer. 5. Click on the icon NEXT. 6. Click on Quit. The device / module is unlocked.
  • Page 11 NOTE If the device is an OBD MATRIX proceed as follows: 1. Enter the unlock code provided by your retailer. 2. Press the enter key. The device is unlocked.

  • Page 12: Connecting To The Device/ Module

    1.2 Connecting to the Device/ Module In order for this software to work properly the communication between the software and the device/module with which it will interface must be properly configured. The software provides special functions in relation to communication configuration.

  • Page 13: Selecting The Functions

    1.3 Selecting the Functions All the software functions are launched by clicking on their corresponding icon. You may not be able to select certain functions when making selections or when carrying out tests. The colour of the icon that corresponds to the function tells you whether or not the function is available: ICON DESCRIPTION Clickable icon - Function available...

  • Page 14: User Notifications

    1.4 User Notifications The software can provide information on the operations that must be carried out during the tests by displaying messages and/or short videos. The messages appear in a designated area on the lower part of your screen. The software will display messages to inform the user if any errors or anomalies occur.

  • Page 15: Password

    1.5 Password Certain functions are protected by passwords with different levels of protection. The password 1236 allows access to the user only. The functions that cannot be accessed with this password are for technical assistance personnel or retailer only. Proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 16: Disclaimers

    1.6 Disclaimers Due to the particularity of certain functions, you are required to accept the conditions within specific disclaimers in order to access them. The disclaimers impose certain terms that regulate the use of the device with which the software will interface. The functions can only be used once the conditions in the relative disclaimers are accepted.
  • Page 17 Proceed as follows: 1. Read the disclaimer completely, scroll the text using the vertical scroll bar. 2. Click on 3. Click on the icon...
  • Page 18 You may now access the self-diagnosis functions.

  • Page 19: Internet Connection

    1.7 Internet connection Certain functions may require an adequate active and working Internet connection. An ADSL type of connection is generally recommended.

  • Page 20: Services Available By Subscription

    1.8 Services available by Subscription Certain functions may require a specific subscription (i.e. updating via Internet). For more information contact your retailer.

  • Page 21: Print

    1.9 Print Certain functions within this software allow you to print a report of the desired test or screen. REFERENCE ICON NAME DESCRIPTION CHAPTER Allows you to save the report in html Save As.. format on your PC.* Allows you to start the system Printer functions to choose the printer you Select...

  • Page 22: Video

    1.10 Video Certain functions within this software use a video to show you the exact location of an electronic component within the vehicle being tested or to illustrate a specific operation that must be carried out. ICON NAME DESCRIPTION REFERENCE CHAPTER Play Allows you to launch the video.

  • Page 23: Mss - Measurement System Software

    2 MSS - MEASUREMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE MSS is a software that allows to: Carry out analogue measurements. • Carry out analogue measurements. • Generate signals. • Carry out a test on the vehicle CAN network. • Carry out a test on the vehicle battery. •...
  • Page 24 Allows you to launch the function used to carry Multimeter out measurements on voltage, current, etc. Allows you to launch the function used to carry Oscilloscope out oscilloscope measurements. Allows you to launch the function used to carry Pressures out pressure measurements. Allows to carry out the diagnosis on the vehicle T-Net CAN network.

  • Page 25: Service Programs

    2.1 Service Programs This function allows you to access the service functions related to the software. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The drop-down menu listing the functions that can be started is displayed. Name Description Notes Allows you to launch the automatic Automatic Configuration procedure for device configuration.
  • Page 26 MSS Manual Allows you to view the software manual.

  • Page 27: Update Tool

    2.1.1 Update Tool This function allows updating the firmware of the measurement tools. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on the item Update device. 2. Select the device that you wish to update. The update procedure is launched. For more information check chapter UPDATE DEVICE.

  • Page 28: Software Graph Resolution

    2.1.2 Software Graph Resolution This function allows to modify the software graphic resolution. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on item Software graph resolution. 2. Select the desired video resolution.

  • Page 29: Language

    2.1.3 Language Allows you to change the language in which the software is displayed. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on item Language. 2. Select the language desired.

  • Page 30: Mss Manual

    2.1.4 MSS Manual This function allows you to view the software manual. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on item MSS manual. 2. Click on item Display manual.
  • Page 31 Connecting to the Internet allows the function to check if an updated version of the manual is available. 3. Click on The software manual is displayed.

  • Page 32: Charge Start

    3 CHARGE START This function allows you to verify the efficiency of the electrical components involved in the engine ignition phase (starter motor) and of the battery charging (alternator) and the efficiency of the battery itself. This function is not compatible with 24 V power supply systems. The function allows you to carry out the following tests: •...
  • Page 33 To launch the function from the Tools menu, proceed as follows: 1. Click...
  • Page 34 The test selection screen is displayed. Icons Name Description Notes It allows you to verify the efficiency status of Battery Test the battery. It allows you to verify the alternator's operation System Charge through voltage and current tests. It allows you to verify the operation of the Start System engine ignition system through voltage and current tests.

  • Page 35: Battery Test

    3.1 Battery Test This function allows you to verify the efficiency status of the battery. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: • Device. • BPP Cable. Proceed as follows: 1. Click Icons Name Description Notes Before launching the test, make sure the cables are...

  • Page 36: Change Battery Values

    3.1.1 Change Battery Values This function allows you to change the data regarding the battery. Proceed as follows: 1. Click 2. Enter the data in the specific fields. 3. Click The data that is required is generally printed on the sticker located on the battery.
  • Page 37 Group B represents the geometrical features of the battery, other than indicating its polarity, the type of terminal, etc. Group C, multiplied by 10, indicates the starting current according to the EN regulations: 033x10=330, therefore 330 A EN.

  • Page 38: Execute Battery Test

    3.1.2 Execute Battery Test This function allows you to launch the test. Before launching the test, we recommend you let the battery rest for at least 6 hours. If this is not possible, follow the Procedure for Testing a non-Rested Battery.
  • Page 39 PROCEDURE FOR TESTING A BATTERY AT REST FOR AT LEAST 6 HOURS Proceed as follows: 1. Click Wait for the test setup.
  • Page 40 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Theoretical pickup current (previously entered by the user). • Battery temperature (previously entered by the user). • • Detected battery voltage. Battery charge. • Battery efficiency. • • Battery state of charge. •...
  • Page 41 PROCEDURE FOR TESTING A NON-RESTED BATTERY Proceed as follows: 1. Click 2. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 42 Wait for the following screen to appear. 3. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The test results could be unreliable if the battery is too low.
  • Page 43 4. Click The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Theoretical pickup current (previously entered by the user). • Battery temperature (previously entered by the user). • Detected battery voltage. • Battery charge. • Battery efficiency. • Battery state of charge.

  • Page 44: System Charge

    3.2 System Charge This function allows you to verify the alternator's operation through voltage and current tests. Proceed as follows: 1. Click Icons Name Description Notes It allows you to launch the efficiency test of Charge Efficiency the battery's charging system. It allows you to launch the operation test of Charge Cable the connection cable from alternator's B+...

  • Page 45: Charge Efficiency

    3.2.1 Charge Efficiency This function allows you to launch the efficiency test of the battery's charging system. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: Device. • BPP Cable. • BICOR amperometric clamp. • Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 46 2. Click 3. Click 4. Select the ammeter scale. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 47 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: • Battery voltage graph. Charge current graph. • Average battery voltage. • • Average charge current. • Test result.

  • Page 48: Charge Cable

    3.2.2 Charge Cable This function allows you to launch the operation test of the connection cable from alternator's B+ to the battery's positive. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: • Device. BPP Cable. • +ALT Cable.
  • Page 49 2. Click 3. Click 4. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 50 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Battery voltage graph. • Voltage drop on cable graph. • • Average battery voltage. Charge voltage average drop. • Test result. •...

  • Page 51: Ripple Output Alt

    3.2.3 Ripple Output ALT+ This function allows you to launch the operation test of the diode bridge used to rectify the current generated by the alternator (alternator's B+ output). In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: •...
  • Page 52 2. Click 3. Click 4. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 53 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: • Ripple output ALT+ graph. Type graph for comparison. •...

  • Page 54: Ripple Output D

    3.2.4 Ripple Output D+ This function you to launch the operation test of the diode bridge of alternator's output D+ in order to verify the correct management of the charging warning light of the alternator itself. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: Device.
  • Page 55 2. Click 3. Click 4. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 56 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Ripple output D+ graph. • Type graph for comparison. •...

  • Page 57: Start System

    3.3 Start System This function allows you to verify the operation of the engine ignition system through voltage and current tests. Proceed as follows: 1. Click Icons Name Description Notes It allows you to check the voltage and Start Test current values during the vehicle ignition phase.

  • Page 58: Start Test

    3.3.1 Start Test This function allows you to check the voltage and current values during the vehicle ignition phase. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: • Device. BPP Cable. • BICOR amperometric clamp. • Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 59 2. Click 3. Click 4. Enter the data in the specific fields. 5. Select the ammeter scale. 6. Click on 7. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 60 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Theoretical pickup current (previously entered by the user). • Battery temperature (previously entered by the user). • • Battery voltage graph. Charge current graph. • Average battery voltage. • •...

  • Page 61: Engine Ground Test

    3.3.2 Engine Ground Test This functions you to check the voltage value at the ends of the engine's ground cable. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: • Device. BPP Cable. • -MOT Cable. • BICOR amperometric clamp.
  • Page 62 2. Click 3. Click 4. Select the ammeter scale. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 63 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: • Engine ground cable voltage graph. Engine ground cable average voltage. • Test result. •...

  • Page 64: Starter Motor + Test

    3.3.3 Starter Motor + Test This function allows you to check the voltage value of the battery and of the positive cable of the starter motor. In order to carry out this test, you need the following material: • Device. BPP Cable.
  • Page 65 2. Click 3. Click 4. Select the ammeter scale. 5. Click 6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
  • Page 66 The test result is displayed. The screen provides the following information: Battery voltage graph. • Starter motor positive cable voltage drop graph. • • Average battery voltage. Cable voltage average drop. • Test result. •...

  • Page 67: Result Summary

    3.4 Result Summary This function allows you to view the results of the performed tests. Proceed as follows: 1. Click Icons Name Description Notes Function available only by It allows you to save the Save accessing from the vehicle performed test. selection.

  • Page 68: Signal Generator

    4 SIGNAL GENERATOR This function allows to simulate the input and output signals of the ECUs used in cars. Perform a correct configuration of the device before launching the function. The screen is divided in the following sections: • Functions. Frequency.
  • Page 69 FREQUENCY The section Frequency allows to select the frequency of the generated signal. To select the frequency you can use the cursor or the following icons: Icon Name Description Notes Frequency cursor Allows to select the frequency cursor range range. Allows to decrease / increase the Back / Forward frequency.

  • Page 70: Pwm Current Drive

    4.1 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.). Proceed as follows: 1. Flag the box related to mode PWM CURRENT DRIVE. 2.
  • Page 71 5. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. 6. Click on...
  • Page 72 Oscilloscope function is launched. Through the icons you may still modify the Frequency and the Duty Cycle of the generated signal. Icon Name Description Notes Start Stop Allows to start / stop the oscilloscopic Measure measurement. Allows to stop the signal generation and Stop Generation go back to the screen of the signal generator parameters.

  • Page 73: Pwm 5V

    4.2 PWM 5V PWM 5 V mode allows to simulate last generation sensors with 0-5 V PWM or PFM type signals. Proceed as follows: 1. Flag the box related to mode PWM 5V. 2. Select Frequency. 3. Select Duty Cycle. 4.
  • Page 74 5. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. 6. Click on...
  • Page 75 Oscilloscope function is launched. Through the icons it is still possible to modify the Frequency and the Duty Cycle of the generated signal. Icon Name Description Notes Start Stop Allows to start / stop the oscilloscopic Measure measurement. Allows to stop the signal generation and Stop generation go back to the screen of the signal generator parameters.

  • Page 76: Multimeter

    5 MULTIMETER This function allows to carry out voltage measurements, current, diode test and short-circuit search. Perform a correct configuration of the device before launching the function. Icon Name Description Notes Connect Allows to connect the software to the Disconnect tool and start the measurement.
  • Page 77 Reset Allows you to clear the graph.

  • Page 78: Connect / Disconnect

    5.1 Connect / Disconnect This function allows to connect the software to the tool and start the measurement. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the desired function (voltmeter, ohmeter, etc.). 2. Click on...
  • Page 79 The measurement starts. To disconnect the tool click on the icon...

  • Page 80: Voltmeter

    5.2 Voltmeter This function allows to carry out voltage measurements. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The screen of the voltmeter is displayed. 2. Click on...
  • Page 81 The measurement will begin at this point. This screen provides the following information: Current type indicator. Voltage indicators: Minimum voltage detected. • Average voltage detected. • • Maximum voltage detected. Instant voltage detected. Measurement unit and current type indicator. Scale level indicator. * Graph of voltage displayed over time.

  • Page 82: Voltage Scale

    5.2.1 Voltage scale This function allows to change the voltage scale. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired scale. You can choose between the two voltage scales: • ±6 V scale. • ±60 V scale. ±400 V scale.

  • Page 83: Voltage Measurement

    5.2.2 Voltage Measurement This function allows to change the measurement length. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired length. The test lenght may vary from a minmum of 10 s to a maximum of 10000 s.

  • Page 84: Resistance Measurement

    5.3 Resistance Measurement This function allows to carry out resistance measurements. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The screen of the ohmmeter is displayed. 2. Click on...
  • Page 85 Start measurement. This screen provides the following information: Current type indicator. Resistance indicators: Minimum resistance detected. • Medium resistance detected. • • Maximum resistance detected. Instant resistance detected. Measurement unit indicator. Scale level indicator. * Graph of resistance detected over time. (*) This bar is useful to prevent the measurement from going out of range.

  • Page 86: Resistance Scale

    5.3.1 Resistance Scale This function allows to change the resistance scale. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired scale. You can choose between the two resistance scales: • Scale from 0 to 1kΩ. • Scale from 0 to 100kΩ.

  • Page 87: Measurement Duration

    5.3.2 Measurement duration This function allows to change the measurement duration. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired length. The test lenght may vary from a minmum of 10 s to a maximum of 10000 s.

  • Page 88: Ampmeter

    5.4 Ampmeter This function allows to carry out current measurements. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The screen of the ampmeter is displayed. 2. Click on...
  • Page 89 Start measurement. This screen provides the following information: Current type indicator. Detected currents: Minimum current detected. • Medium current detected. • • Maximum current detected. Instant current detected. Measurement unit and current type indicator. Scale level indicator. * Graph of current detected over time. (*) This bar is useful to prevent the measurement from going out of range.

  • Page 90: Current Scale

    5.4.1 Current Scale This function allows to change the currents scale. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired scale. You can to choose the ampmeter sensitivity: Sensitivity at 1 mV/A (measurement range ±120 A). Sensitivity at 10 mV/A (measurement range ±440 A).

  • Page 91: Measurement Duration

    5.4.2 Measurement duration This function allows to change the measurement duration. Proceed as follows: 1. Open the corresponding drop-down menu. 2. Select the desired duration. The test lenght may vary from a minmum of 10 s to a maximum of 10000 s.

  • Page 92: Diode Test

    5.5 Diode test This function allows to verify the diodes bias. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The screen of the diode polarization test is displayed. 2. Click on...
  • Page 93 Start measurement. This screen provides the following information: Current type indicator. Voltage indicators: Minimum voltage detected. • Medium voltage detected. • • Maximum voltage detected. Diode bias voltage. Measurement unit and current type indicator. Scale level indicator. * Graph of voltage detected over time. (*) This bar fills in when the diode is inversely biased.
  • Page 94 If the diode is directly polarized the software supplies the diode polarization voltage. If the diode is inversely polarized the software indicates OVL (overload).

  • Page 95: Measurement Duration

    5.5.1 Measurement duration This function allows to change the measurement duration. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Select the desired duration. The test length may vary from a minmum of 10 s to a maximum of 10000 s.

  • Page 96: Short Circuit Search

    5.6 Short Circuit Search This function allows to verify the presence of any short circuits in the circuit being tested. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The screen of short-circuits search is displayed. 2. Click on...
  • Page 97 Start measurement. This screen provides the following information: Current type indicator. Resistance indicators: Minimum resistance detected. • Medium resistance detected. • • Maximum resistance detected. Instant resistance detected. Measurement unit indicator. Scale level indicator. * Graph of voltage detected over time. (*) This bar fills in when there is no short-circuit.

  • Page 98: Measurement Duration

    5.6.1 Measurement duration This function allows to change the measurement duration. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Select the desired duration. The test lenght may vary from a minimum of 10 s to a maximum of 10000 s.

  • Page 99: Type Of Current

    5.7 Type of Current This function allows to set the current type that is going to be measured (alternate or direct). It is only possible to change the current type from Voltmeter and Ampmeter functions. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The device has been set to measure an alternate current.
  • Page 100 2. Click on The device starts measuring a direct current again.

  • Page 101: Reset

    5.8 Reset This function allows you to clear the graph. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on The graph is set to zero.

  • Page 102: Oscilloscope

    6 OSCILLOSCOPE This function allows to display graphically the pattern of an electric signal over time. Perform a correct configuration of the device before launching the function. Icon Name Description Notes Allows start stop Start / Stop measurement. Autoscaling Allows to start autoscaling. Allows to zoom in an area on the ZOOM graph.

  • Page 103: Starts Measurement

    6.1 Starts measurement This function allows starting the measurement. The software looks like an oscilloscope with 8 vertical divisions and 10 horizontal divisions. You can measure a maximum of 4 signals corresponding to the 4 channels managed by the software. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 104 The lower bar provides the following informations related to the trigger channel: Min: indicates the minumum detected value. • Lower Med: indicates the medium detected value. • • Max: indicates the maximum detected value. • Freq: Indicates the signal frequency. D.

  • Page 105: T/Div

    6.1.1 T/DIV This function allows to set the most appropriate Time Division for the measurement you wish to carry out. The Time Division is the time base of the oscilloscope, that is how many seconds a division lasts. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 106 The Time Division is set.

  • Page 107: Channels

    6.1.2 Channels This function allows to access the options of the selected channel. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on the icon of the desired channel (e.g.: CH1). 2. Select the desired option. The options that can be selected in this screen are: Option Description Allows to activate / deactivate the measurement of the...

  • Page 108: Autoscaling

    6.2 Autoscaling This function allows to carry out the graph autoscale. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on Wait the autoscale operation. The autoscale has been carried out.

  • Page 109: Zoom

    6.3 ZOOM This function allows to zoom in an area on the graph. To start the function you have to stop the measurement. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Point the pen on the screen and drag it obliquely in order to create a selection area that will include the graph part you want to zoom in.
  • Page 110 Zoom in carried out.

  • Page 111: Cursors

    6.4 Cursors Allows to know the signal value in the desired moment. Cursors are positioned on CH1 by default. To position cursors on another channel click on the desired channel and tick the entry Cursors. To start this function you have to stop the measurement. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 112 Indicates the time interval elapsing bewteen the point in which the cursor “a” is positioned and the point in which the cursor “b” is positioned.

  • Page 113: Options

    6.5 Options This function allows you to access the function options. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Select the option desired.
  • Page 114 The options that can be selected in this screen are: Name Option Description The scan starts again automatically at the end of Passenger cars every scan also without a trigger event. The scan starts again only with a trigger event. At the end of the scan the trace is brought back Normal to the initial point (on the left side of the screen)

  • Page 115: Print

    6.6 Print This function allows you to print a report of the test that has been performed. To start this function you have to stop the measurement. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Click on The print function is launched. For more information check the corresponding chapter.

  • Page 116: Can Network

    7 CAN NETWORK This function allows you to perform the diagnosis on the vehicle's CAN network. The types of BUSES on which you can perform the diagnosis are: • Two-wire CAN with HIGH SPEED BUS. • Two-wire CAN with LOW SPEED BUS. SINGLE WIRE CAN with LOW SPEED BUS.
  • Page 117 Configure the device properly before launching the function. Icon Name Description Notes It allows you to select the BUS type type of BUS on which you intend to carry out the test. It allows you to launch the Start / Stop diagnosis of the BUS.

  • Page 118: Bus Type

    7.1 BUS type This function allows you to select the type of BUS on which you intend to carry out the test. Proceed as follows: 1. Click 2. Tick the box that corresponds to the requested BUS type. The BUS is properly configured.

  • Page 119: Start Test

    7.2 Start Test This function allows you to perform the diagnosis on the vehicle's CAN network. Proceed as follows: 1. Click 2. Tick the box that corresponds to the type of BUS on which you intend to carry out the test. NOTE This screen is displayed only if you did not select the type of BUS before starting the test.

  • Page 120: Measurements

    The test is initiated. The screen provides the following information: Measurements: it indicates the acquired parameters (frequency, impedance and differential). Graphs: it graphically represents the voltage values of the two CAN lines. Errors: it indicates the presence and the type of possible errors detected. 7.2.1 Measurements In the fields in the Measurements section, the software provides the following parameters:...

  • Page 121: Graphs

    7.2.2 Graphs The Graphs section provides a graphic representation of the voltage values in the CAN L and H lines. The maximum and minimum voltage values detected in the two lines are also provided. The software uses the colour green to indicate the waveforms that have a frequency above 100 Kbit/s and the colour yellow for those that have a frequency below or equal to 100 Kbit/s.

  • Page 122: View The Description Of An Error

    7.2.4 View the Description of an Error This function allows you to view the description of an error. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on the requested error. The description of the error is displayed.

  • Page 123: Reset

    7.3 Reset This function allows you to reset the parameters. 1. Click The parameters are reset.

  • Page 124: Connections

    7.4 Connections This function allows you to start the video that illustrates how to connect the probes. Proceed as follows: 1. Click The video is started. Icon Name Description Notes Play / Pause It allows you to start / pause the video. -- Stop It allows you to stop the video.

  • Page 125: Automatic Configuration

    8 AUTOMATIC CONFIGURATION This function allows you to launch the automatic procedure for device configuration. The configuration of any device or set of devices must always follow the procedure described below: Device selection • Selection of the type of communication (serial, USB, Bluetooth). •...
  • Page 126 Cancel Allows you to quit the function. Allows going back within Back procedure. Next Allows progressing in the procedure. --...

  • Page 127: Quick Menu

    8.1 Quick Menu This function allows you to carry out a configuration specifically and exclusively for the functions desired. Quick Menu allows you to shorten the configuration procedure and carry out only the steps related to the function for which you wish to configure the device. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 128 3. Click on The procedure is launched only for the functions selected.

  • Page 129: Print Preview

    8.2 Print Preview This function allows you to view the report of the configuration carried out. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on A printable report is displayed with the information relative to the last configuration carried out.

  • Page 130: Delete Configuration

    8.3 Delete Configuration This function allows you to partially or entirely delete the configuration carried out. (*) The icon that corresponds to this function only appears after at least one function is selected. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Select the functions desired.
  • Page 131 3. Click on 4. Click on The configurations are deleted.

  • Page 132: Configuration Procedure

    8.4 Configuration Procedure Here is an example of a configuration: Display unit: PC. • • Device: multifunction device. • Functions: oscilloscope, start - recharge. Type of communication: Bluetooth. • The configuration of any device or set of devices is identical to the example given below.
  • Page 133 2. Enter the required data in the appropriate fields. The fields marked with the symbol * are mandatory. 3. Click on The data entered in this screen appear as a heading in the reports of the tests carried out. 4. Select the desired device. 5.
  • Page 134 6. Select the desired device. 7. Click on 8. Select the type of communication desired. 9. Click on...
  • Page 135 10. Click on icon No. 11. Click on icon Yes. 12. Follow the instructions on the screen. 13. Click on icon Ok.
  • Page 136 Wait for the "device search" to end. 14. Click on If the device found is not the one you wish to use, click on the pop-up window.
  • Page 137 15. Click on 16. Select the desired device. 17. Click on...
  • Page 138 18. Select the type of communication desired. 19. Click on 20. Click on the icon Yes. The manual assignment of COM is possible because a COM has already been assigned in the configuration phase for OSCILLOSCOPE function.
  • Page 139 21. Open the drop-down menu. 22. Select the desired COM port. 23. Click on 24. Click on...
  • Page 140 25. Click on 26. Click on The option to view the report relative to the configuration carried out is selected by default (a tick appears in the box). If you do not wish to view the report, simply remove the tick.

  • Page 141: Bluetooth Configuration

    9 BLUETOOTH CONFIGURATION This function allows you to configure the communication between the software and the Bluetooth devices. This function is particularly useful in checking the connection of a device should communication problems occur. Always use the Automatic Configuration option when configuring the tools in the workshop.
  • Page 142 Allows you to view information regarding the Info Bluetooth stack.

  • Page 143: Find

    9.1 Find This function allows you to search for Bluetooth devices. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Click on...
  • Page 144 3. Follow the instructions on your screen. 4. Click on The function that searches for Bluetooth devices is launched. Wait for the search to end.
  • Page 145 5. Click on The result of the search is displayed.

  • Page 146: Activate

    9.2 Activate This function allows you to enable the communication with the selected device. This function allows you to assign a COM to the device. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the desired device. 2. Click on...
  • Page 147 The device is activated.

  • Page 148: Deactivate

    9.3 Deactivate This function allows you to disable the communication with the selected device. Proceed as follows: 1. Select the desired device. 2. Click on...
  • Page 149 The device is deactivated. The COM assigned to the device is removed.

  • Page 150: Assign

    9.4 Assign This function allows you to assign the selected device to a specific function (oscilloscope, analogical measurements, etc.). Proceed as follows: 1. Select the desired device.
  • Page 151 2. Click on 3. Select the desired function. 4. Click on...
  • Page 152 5. Click on Repeat the operations described above for each of the functions that use the selected device.

  • Page 153: Info

    9.5 Info Allows you to view information regarding the Bluetooth stack. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Click on...

  • Page 154: Update Tool

    10 UPDATE TOOL This function allows updating the tools firmware. Following the update procedure of UNIPROBE firmware. This procedure is valid also for the update of TWINPROBE. Icon Name Description Notes Connect Allows to connect the software to the tool. --...

  • Page 155: Start Update

    10.1 Start Update This function allows to start the firmware update. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. Click on...
  • Page 156 Wait for FPGA firmware installation. 4. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. 5. Click on...
  • Page 157 Wait for ARM firmware installation. 6. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen. 7. Click on...
  • Page 158 Firmware is updated.

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