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- Page 1 CarDAQ-Plus Quick Start Guide...
- Page 2 CarDAQ-Plus has been carefully designed and tested to comply with OBDII protocols, which are used on most 1996 and newer cars and light trucks sold in the USA. However, some vehicle models are not in full compliance with these protocols for various reasons. In addition, the computer control systems or sensors on any given vehicle may be malfunctioning or out of specification.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction ....................... 4 Getting to Know CarDAQ-Plus ................ 4 Powering CarDAQ-Plus................... 4 Setting up the CarDAQ-Plus ................4 Installing the CarDAQ-Plus Software to your PC ..........4 The Capabilities of J2534 and CarDAQ-Plus..........6 Reprogramming with J2534 ................6 J2534 ToolBox....................6 Updating the CarDAQ-Plus Drivers on your PC.......... -
Page 4: Introduction
Installing the CarDAQ-Plus Software to your PC Insert the CD that came with your CarDAQ-Plus into the CD/DVD slot of your PC. Make sure your CarDAQ-Plus is not connected to the PC at this point. The Autoplay options will appear:... - Page 5 3. The CarDAQ-Plus drivers and the J2534 ToolBox will now begin installation. Follow the Setup Wizard instructions. 4. When the installation is finished, power up your CarDAQ-Plus from a vehicle with the OBDII cable, and then connect the USB cable...
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Page 6: The Capabilities Of J2534 And Cardaq-Plus
Use the J2534 Toolbox for more information on each manufacturers capabilities. J2534 ToolBox The J2534 Toolbox is a program created by Drew Technologies to help distribute current information to technicians working with J2534. The toolbox has up-to-date information on manufacturer reprogramming issues, links to manufacturer sites, and much more. -
Page 7: Updating The Cardaq-Plus Drivers On Your Pc
3. Download the “Drivers Only” installer for your 32 or 64 bit version of Windows. 4. Once the download has finished, run the file. It will be named “J2534 CarDAQ-Plus.msi” for the 32 bit version and “J2534 CarDAQ-Plus_x64.msi” for the 64 bit version. -
Page 8: Updating The Firmware Inside Your Cardaq-Plus
2. Next Click on the Support tab, then Device Check. 3. Click on the refresh button next to “Selected Device” at the upper left. Your CarDAQ-Plus will be found and displayed in the drop down box. -
Page 9: Diagnostics With J2534
Do not interrupt the computer or the CarDAQ-plus until the J2534 ToolBox says the firmware update has completed. Do not turn off or unplug your CarDAQ-Plus or PC until the J2534 ToolBox indicates the update is complete. Diagnostics with J2534 Several manufacturers allow full dealer level diagnostics with J2534. -
Page 10: Specifications
Ground pins 9, 12, or 15 • Note: Drawing current in excess of 200ma on a line configured for FEPS programming voltage may damage the CarDAQ-Plus hardware. Avoid grounding any output pin configured for programming voltage! Battery Voltage is fused (auto reset) at 200mA. -
Page 11: Connectors And Status Indicators
Connectors and Status Indicators Front Panel The front panel of the CarDAQ-Plus holds the USB connector for connection to a PC, status lights, and the reset button. The 6 status lights on the front panel of CarDAQ-Plus are useful for troubleshooting the CarDAQ-Plus connection to a PC. -
Page 12: Vehicle Connector
CarDAQ-Plus between LAN and in-vehicle use. To a Laptop Directly Connect the direct-connect Ethernet cable (blue with red ends) between a PC and the CarDAQ-Plus. This is a crossover type, intended to connect directly to a computer. To an Existing LAN Connect a standard Ethernet cable. -
Page 13: Troubleshooting And Support
Troubleshooting and Support Some questions and answers to common questions with the CarDAQ- Plus: Q: I have connected my CarDAQ-Plus to my computer with the USB cable, but nothing happens. A: Make sure the drivers are installed on your computer using Install Check in the J2534 Toolbox. -
Page 14: If All Else Fails
Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#). Drew Technologies will use the RMA to track the unit through the repair process. Please write this number on the outside of your shipping box so it can be routed to the correct department. -
Page 16: Other Drew Tech Products
Other Drew Tech Products Drew Technologies has several products available for data acquisition, diagnostics, development, testing, and reprogramming for modern vehicles. Visit www.drewtech.com for more information. CarDAQ-Plus™ - Fully J2534 compliant. Ethernet and USB connectivity to a PC, a built-in operating system for running internal programs, protocol support for all modern vehicles, and six analog inputs.
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