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Page 1 Smog DADdy™ User Guide Version 8.2...
Page 2 © 2014 Applus Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Applus+, A+, the A+ and Applus+ logos, and Smog DADdy are trademarks or registered trademarks of Applus Technologies, Inc. or one of its affiliates. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
About this Guide ......................1 Document Conventions ....................1 System Requirements ..................... 1 Safety Information ...................... 2 Safety Instructions ......................2 Smog DADdy Overview ....................4 Key Features ........................6 Indicator LEDs ........................ 6 Fault .......................... 6 Power......................... 6 PC Comm ........................6 Information ........................
Page 4 Auxiliary Power and Alternate Ground Operation .............44 Auxiliary Power ......................44 Alternate Ground ......................44 Appendix ........................45 Maintenance ........................45 Troubleshooting ......................45 Wireless Tips .........................48 Troubleshooting Flowchart ....................49 Contacting Customer Service ..................51 Specifications ........................51 Smog DADdy System Connection Diagrams ..............52 Wired SmogDADdy .....................53 Wireless SmogDADdy ....................54...
Page 5: Introduction
Repair (BAR) smog checking requirements and seamlessly integrates with its OBD Inspection System software (OIS). About this Guide This User Guide introduces you to Smog DADdy features and explains how to use it for vehicle emissions testing. It also provides instructions for installing BAR-OIS software on a computer. Document Conventions This User Guide uses the following conventions to help you distinguish the actions required by you when using SmogDADdy and installing BAR-OIS software.
Page 6: Safety Information
This User Guide is intended to provide technical guidance on the installation, operation, and maintenance of Smog DADdy (“device”). Do not attempt to install or operate this product without having completely read and understood the information presented. If you have questions, please contact Bosch Customer Service.
Page 7 In the event of lightning strikes, do not touch the device to avoid potential electrical shock. Do not expose Smog DADdy to an environmental temperature above 135°F (+55°C). This may result in a fire or device failure. Damage to the device caused by dropping, throwing, being stepped on, etc., may prevent functionality of the device and may result in injury.
Page 8: Smog Daddy Overview
Smog DADdy Overview Your Smog DADdy includes the following hardware components. Wired devices will include a 16 ft. OBDII DLC cable and wireless devices will include a 4 ft. OBDII DLC cable. Wired or Wireless 16 ft. DLC Cable 4 ft. DLC Cable...
Page 9 Provides a wireless interface between the Acquisition Device (DAD) DADdy test vehicle and the computer. Bosch P/N 573927 DLC Cable 16 ft. Data Link Connector Connects a wired Smog DADdy to the test (DLC) cable. Connections: vehicle. (OBDII)  OBDII - male Wired units ...
Page 10: Key Features
Power Indicates Smog DADdy is on and running. If there has been no activity between the PC and Smog DADdy, the light will dim to indicate low power mode on wireless units. PC Comm Indicates data transfer between Smog DADdy and the PC. Wired devices will show data transfer with short blinking flashes.
Page 11: Information
Information Light flashes once every 2 seconds to indicate Smog DADdy is running in normal mode. Light flashes 5 times per second when the DAD firmware is being updated or is ready to be updated. Vehicle Voltage Illuminates when battery voltage is present on the vehicles OBDII port (pin 16).
Page 12: Cable Connections
Port Port Connector Function Female Connects Smog DADdy to the vehicle’s DLC (OBDII) using either a 4 ft. (wireless version) or 16 ft. (wired version) DLC cable. Self-Test Male Connects the 1 ft. Self-Test cable to the SmogDADdy device. Cable Connections...
Page 13: Wireless Smog Daddy
NOTE: The Self-Test functionality is only available when the wireless device is connected to the USB port. Performing a cable Self-Test while connected via Bluetooth is currently not supported. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 9 of 55...
Page 14 Wireless Connection Example Bluetooth Link Test Vehicle Computer 1 ft. OBDII 4 ft. DLC Self-Test Cable Cable Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 10 of 55...
Page 15: Smog Daddy Manager Software
Smog DADdy Manager software and firmware, or risk being locked out from testing. You will need to install Smog DADdy Manager software on the computer that will be used for smog checks. Contact Bosch Service for assistance in obtaining and installing this software.
Page 16: Checking For Updates
The Smog DADdy Manager software will periodically poll for firmware updates to your DAD, and will automatically download and install them. When new versions of the Smog DADdy Manger software are released, you will be notified that update(s) are available. Alternately, you can check for both firmware and software updates manually.
Page 17 3. If the application is not running, select Program Files from the Start Menu, navigate to the Applus Technologies folder and select Smog DADdy Manager. 4. The ‘Smog DADdy Manager’ window will appear. Click on Check For Updates to manually check for updates. Clicking on the X at the upper right-hand corner of the application will minimize to the System Tray and the software will remain running.
Page 18 6. If an update is available, an Update button will appear. Select the Update button. 7. When prompted for confirmation, select Yes. 8. The update process will execute. 9. A message will be displayed when the process is complete. Select Close. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 14 of 55...
Page 19: Updating Smog Daddy Manager Software
Smog DADdy Firmware text. Updating Smog DADdy Manager Software 1. If the Smog DADdy Manager software is already running, click the icon in the Windows System Tray to bring the application to the desktop. If the application is not running, click the Start Menu, select Program Files, navigate to the Bosch Automotive Service Solutions folder and select Smog DADdy Manager.
Page 20 3. To check for updates manually, click Check for Updates. 4. When a software update is available, an ‘Update!’ button will appear to the right of the Smog DADdy Manager Version. Click on Update! to initiate the update process. 5. When prompted for confirmation, select Yes.
Page 21 9. Once the installation has completed, select Finish. 10. Smog DADdy Manager will automatically restart. 11. View the Status tab and verify the Smog DADdy Manager software version is listed (14.3.3.1 in this example, yours may be newer): Applus Technologies, Inc.
Page 22: Performing A Self-Test
The self-test verifies that Smog DADdy and the vehicle DLC cable are functioning properly. 1. If the Smog DADdy Manager software is already running, click the icon in the Windows System Tray to bring the application to the desktop. If the application is not running, select Program Files from the Start Menu, navigate to the Bosch folder and select Smog DADdy Manager.
Page 23 3. Connect the smaller end of the self-test cable to the Smog DADdy self-test port. 4. Connect the larger end of the vehicle DLC cable to the 1 ft. self-test cable. Self-Test Cable USB to PC Vehicle DLC Cable Applus Technologies, Inc.
Page 24 Unplug all cables from the device and the computer and plug them back in again. c. Try using alternate cables. d. If the error message still displays, contact Applus customer service for technical support. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 20 of 55...
Page 25: Bar-Ois Software Installation
1. Step 1. Once BAR has activated your station, you will be contacted by Bosch, and provided a webpage from which you can download the BAR-OIS software to your work station. The main screen of the BAR-OIS website should look like this: Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 21 of 55...
Page 26 7. Allow upper and lower case characters, but do not require a minimum. 8. Requires password to be a minimum of 4 characters different than the previous password or any of the passwords stored in the history list. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 22 of 55...
Page 27: Com Port And Bar-Ois Configuration
DADdy communication (COM) port number. This section reviews how to find and submit the proper information. The steps are different for the wired and wireless versions of Smog DADdy and vary by Windows Operating System (OS). Instructions for each type of device are listed separately.
Page 28: Wireless Smog Daddy
If you are a supplying your own laptop or PC it must have Bluetooth adapter installed and enabled. 1. Connect Smog DADdy to the computer using the USB cable provided. 2. Click on the Start Menu. 3. Click on Control Panel.
Page 29 6. On the Add a device window scroll to locate the device, click on it to highlight it, and click Next. NOTE: The device name will match the Serial Number printed on the Smog DADdy label followed by a dash and 4 alphanumeric characters, AP000014-E869 in the example above.
Page 30 Yes and then click Next. If there is no code provided for the device enter 1234 as the code and then click Next. 8. Click Close to complete the Bluetooth pairing process. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 26 of 55...
Page 31 4 steps at the beginning of this section to locate Devices and Printers. 11. Right click on the device name (Smog DADdy serial number) and click Properties. 12. Click on the Services tab to view your port number. In the example below, the port number is “COM4”.
Page 32: Windows 8/8.1
Windows 8/8.1 This section reviews the steps to configure a wired or wireless Smog DADdy Communication (COM) Port from the native Windows 8/8.1 Start screen, shown below, rather than the traditional Desktop Start screen. Wired Smog DADdy 1. Connect Smog DADdy to the computer using the USB cable provided.
Page 33: Wireless Smog Daddy
NOTE: Your port number will be used in the next step; you may want to write it down. Please go to the Configuring BAR-OIS section, to complete the configuration process. Wireless Smog DADdy 1. Connect Smog DADdy to the computer using the USB cable provided. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2...
Page 34 2. From the Windows 8 Start screen, type pc settings and select PC Settings from the search results. 3. From PC Settings, select PC and devices. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 30 of 55...
Page 35 On, click on the box pointed to by the orange arrow below. 6. Locate your Smog DADdy device, click on it to highlight it, and then click Pair. NOTE: The device name will match the Serial Number printed on the Smog DADdy label followed by a dash and 4 alphanumeric characters, AP001042-8D5E in the example above.
Page 36 If prompted to Enter the passcode for your device as shown below, enter 1234 as the passcode and then click Next. 8. The Smog DADdy is now connected to your computer. 9. From PC Settings, type change bluetooth settings and select Change Bluetooth Settings from the search results.
Page 37: Configuring Bar-Ois
10. In Bluetooth Settings, click on the COM Ports tab and locate the Outgoing Port value for your Smog DADdy. In the example below, the port number is “COM4”. NOTE: Your port number will be used in the next section; you may want to write it down.
Page 38 COM port number with an asterisk symbol. If you are using a wireless device, you will ALWAYS need an asterisk symbol before the COM port number. 3. Click Continue Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 34 of 55...
Page 39: Updating Bar-Ois Configuration
4. Click on the BAR-OIS File menu and select Self Diagnostics. 5. Confirm BAR-OIS can successfully communicate with Smog DADdy by clicking on Get/Retry. 6. Verify the serial number displayed matches the serial number shown on the Smog DADdy decal.
Page 40 2. Locate DAD Check in the ‘Self Diagnostics’ screen and click Configure. 3. Type the new DAD port number and click Continue. A sample screenshot for a wired DAD configured to ‘COM3’ is shown below. 4. Confirm BAR-OIS can successfully communicate with Smog DADdy by clicking on Get/Retry. Applus Technologies, Inc.
Page 41: Using The Bar-Ois
NOTE: When using a wireless unit, always connect the DLC cable to the test vehicle prior to selecting Perform Inspection and confirm that the DAD power light is on. Please see Wireless Tips in the Appendix for additional information. 3. Follow the prompts. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 37 of 55...
Page 42: Performing A Self-Test
Performing a Self-Test The self-test verifies that Smog DADdy and the vehicle DLC cable are functioning properly. 1. Connect Smog DADdy to your computer using the USB cable provided. 2. If you haven’t done so already, launch the BAR-OIS application.
Page 43 If you are unable to scan your badge, click on Unable to Scan. 5. Read the Terms & Conditions and click Continue to agree. 6. Connect the smaller end of the self-test cable to the Smog DADdy self-test port. Applus Technologies, Inc.
Page 44 7. Connect the larger end of the vehicle DLC cable to the 1 ft. self-test cable. Self-Test Cable USB to PC Vehicle DLC Cable Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 40 of 55...
Page 45 8. After the cables are attached to the device, click Continue to perform the self-test. 9. You will be notified that the self-test has begun with the following screen. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 41 of 55...
Page 46 DADdy ports and to each other. If you are using a wireless device, make sure the device is charged and USB cable is plugged in to the computer. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 42 of 55...
Page 47 If the error message still displays, contact Applus customer service for technical support. If a test fails during an actual inspection, the OIS should automatically prompt the inspector to run a self-test. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 43 of 55...
Page 48: Auxiliary Power And Alternate Ground Operation
Wireless Smog DADdy - The Smog DADdy unit shuts down after 6 minutes of inactivity to conserve the internal battery and wakes up if sufficient battery voltage on pin 16 is detected or a USB connection is established.
Page 49: Appendix
Store your Smog DADdy in a dry and dirt free location. Wireless Device Storage When not in use, connect Smog DADdy to the computer using the USB cable provided. This will keep the internal battery healthy and fully charged between uses.
Page 50 Check that nothing is obstructing the cable and device connections. Confirm the device has power and USB cable connected. If you own more than one Smog DADdy, try using those cables to determine if either the DLC or Self-Test cables need replacement.
Page 51 See Power troubleshooting. illuminate Information light Light flashes once every 2 seconds to indicate Smog DADdy is running in illuminated normal mode. Light flashes 5 times per second when the DAD firmware is being updated or is ready to be updated.
Page 52: Wireless Tips
If the power lights do not illuminate when you plug the DAD into the vehicle, you will need to provide power to the DAD via the USB cable. Please see the section Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 48 of 55...
Page 53 DAD from both the vehicle and the USB until all the lights go out. Then, wait 10 seconds and plug it back in. You should be able to resume testing. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 49 of 55...
Page 54: Troubleshooting Flowchart
Troubleshooting Flowchart Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 50 of 55...
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Page 56: Contacting Customer Service
 Do not expose Smog DADdy to an environment temperature above 135°F (+55°C).  If Smog DADdy is operated in cold temperatures, the battery capacity is reduced. Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 52 of 55...
Page 57: Smog Daddy System Connection Diagrams
Smog DADdy System Connection Diagrams The following diagrams illustrate the different configurations possible when using either the wired or wireless Smog DADdy. They include the proper part numbers of the different components used with each configuration option available. Applus Technologies, Inc.
Page 58: Wired Smogdaddy
Wired SmogDADdy Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 54 of 55...
Page 59: Wireless Smogdaddy
Wireless SmogDADdy Applus Technologies, Inc. Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2 Page 55 of 55...