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Before using CRP229, please read the following safety information carefully.
CRP229 is a new Android-based vehicle trouble diagnostic device developed for internet applications. It inherits from LAUNCH's advanced diagnosing technology and is characterized by covering a wide range of vehicles, featuring powerful functions, and providing precise test result.
Featuring 5 inch touch screen, it enables users to read/clear DTCs, record, save and playback data in live graphic display.
Moreover, CRP229 Series also feature the following bi-directional "special tests": EVAP, O2 Sensor, I/M Readiness, MIL Status, VIN Info, and Onboard monitors testing.
Meanwhile, taking advantage of mobile internet, it integrates more application and service, such as Maintenance Database, Upgrade and IM (Instant Messaging) etc.
Item | Description |
Operating system | Android 4.2 |
Display | 5 inch touch screen with 800 x 480 pixels |
Connectivity |
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Camera | Rear-facing, 5.0 megapixel |
Sensor Audio Input/Output | Gravity Accelerometer
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Operating Temperature | 0℃ ~ 40℃(32 ~104℉) |
Storage Temperature | -20℃ ~ 70℃(-4 ~158℉) |
There are two main components to the CRP229 system:
No. | Name & Descriptions |
1 | Communication Indicator |
2 | Screen Lock/Power Button -- to turn the display tablet on/off with long press, or lock the screen with short press. |
3 | Power Indicator |
4 | Home Button |
5 | golo Button -- for quick access to IM (Instant Messaging) application |
6 | TF Card Slot -- to insert the TF card. |
7 | USB Port -- to connect the included power adaptor. |
8 | Camera Lens |
9 | Audio Speaker |
10 | DB15 Connector - to connect the main diagnostic cable |
11 | Touch Screen |
12 | Selection Button |
13 | Confirm Button |
14 | Back Button |
Common accessories for each CRP229 are same, but for different destinations, the accessories of CRP229 (such as diagnostic software, testing connectors) may vary. Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with CRP229 together.
CRP229 common accessories and descriptions
No. | Name | Qt. |
1 | CRP229 Display Tablet | 1 |
2 | Diagnostic Main Cable | 1 |
3 | Power adaptor | 1 |
4 | OBD II Diagnostic Connector | 1 |
5 | Non-16 pin Diagnostic Connector | (optional) |
Press the POWER key to turn on CRP229.
Note: If it is the first time you use CRP229 or CRP229 keeps idle for a long time, CRP229 could fail to be turned on. It results from low battery. In this case, please recharge your CRP229 for a while and try to turn it on.
Actions | Results |
Single-tap | To select an item or launch a program. |
Double-tap | To zoom in so that the text on a webpage appears in a column that fits your device's screen. |
Long press | Press and hold on the current interface or area until a contextual menu pops up on the screen, and then release it. |
Slide | To jump to different pages. |
Drag | Tap the desktop icon and drop it to other location. |
Spread apart / Pinch together | To zoom in manually, place two fingers on the screen and then spread them apart. To zoom out, place two fingers apart on the screen and then pinch them together. |
Many screen lock modes are available on CRP229. Take the preset screen-lock mode as example for demonstration.
Press POWER key to activate the screen, and then drag the lock to "Unlock" position.
Note: If you define as unlock using the pattern, you have to draw the right target pattern to unlock it.
On-screen keys and status bar are as follows:
For some common indicators, please see the following table.
Icons | Definitions |
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Positioning GPS |
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Battery is fully charged |
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New mail |
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Uploading |
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Charging |
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Low battery |
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Preparing SD card |
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Downloading |
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Connected to a PC |
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Available Wi-Fi is detected |
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USB bound is activated |
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Connected to Wi-Fi |
Notes:When the
icon appears on the status bar, please charge it immediately.
The notification bar is used to display some activities, such as new messages, to do list and running tasks. You can also open the notification bar to view the reminder or activity notification.
Note: Drag the icon to the margin of the screen and keep it still, the system will switch to other extension desktop, place it to the desired location.
Tips: Reducing the brightness of the screen is helpful to save the power of CRP229.
If no activities are made within the defined standby period, the screen will be locked automatically and the system enters sleep mode to save power.
This function is designed to lock the screen and buttons to avoid accidental operations while CRP229 keeps unattended.
This option enables you to adjust the volume of the ringtones, media player, alarm and notification.
Note: Alternatively, you can also press the volume keys to control the volume of the current application.
By default, Android keybaord is available on CRP229.
Note: In some applications, the on-screen keyboard may appear over some interfaces partially. Close it to view more so that you can judge what's next to do.
Cut, copy and paste operations are supported.
Note: For different input box, keyboard layout may vary. The figure shown as above is provided for reference purpose.
Note: Once Wi-Fi is set as ON, CRP229 will consume more power.
While Wi-Fi keeps unused, please set it off to save power.
Once it is connected successfully, tap the Wi-Fi from the list to view its name, link speed, security type, IP address etc.
When CRP229 is in range of the WLAN, it will connect to the previously linked network automatically.
If CRP229 is testing vehicles equipped with universal OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, please use the included diagnostic connector. (For vehicles with non-OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, a non-16 PIN connector is required.)
The DLC (Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector) is the standardized 16-cavity connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle's on-board computer. The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel (dash), under or around the driver's side for most vehicles. If Data Link Connector is not located under dashboard, a label should be there telling location. For some Asian and European vehicles, the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector. If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle's service manual for the location.
The method used to connect the diagnostic connector to a vehicle's DLC depends on the vehicle's configuration as follows:
Follow the steps mentioned below to connect OBD II vehicle:
For non-OBDII vehicle, proceed as follows:
For new users, please follow the operation chart shown in Fig. 5-2 to get familiar with and start using CRP229.
Make sure the diagnostic main cable is properly connected to CRP229 before registering CRP229.
Tap the icon on the desktop to launch the application, a disclaimer page will pop up on the window.
Tap "I've read it" to enter the main function menu of diagnosis software, as indicated in Figure below.
Where Username originates from CRP229 product serial number automatically and Password is generated randomly. Input a valid email address and tap "Register". A confirmation dialog box will pop up on the screen, tap "Cofirm" to finish your registration.
Note: Users are required to fill in the Email Address item, which is mainly designed to retrieve your password in case you forgot the password in the future.
For details on downloading or updating a software, please refer to "Download/ Update Diagnostic Software".
Name | Description |
Diagnose | Configures CRP229 to operate as a diagnostic tool. |
Quick Check | (Coming soon) |
Maintenance | (Coming soon) |
Data | To view and play back all diagnostic records. |
golo | A quick dial to IM ( Instant Messaging ) application. |
Update | To dowload or update vehicle software. |
Account | Enables you to manage your profile. |
More | Accesses to Quick start guide, User's manual and application.apk update. |
Before diagnosing a vehicle, you have to download the corresponding vehicle diagnosis software.
In Figure "How to diagnose - Product Registration - Function menu View", tap "Update" to launch the update interface. See Figure below
By default, all diagnostic software are selected. To select certain software, Tap , and then uncheck the box next to Version. Tap
to start downloading.
Once it is complete, the system will decompress the software packages.
Tap to return to the main menu screen.
Tap "Diagnose" on the main function menu to enter the vehicle selection page.
Take Demo as an example to demonstrate how to diagnose a vehicle.
Tap "Read trouble code" in function menu, the screen will display the diagnostic result.
: To save the current data in text format.
: To save the current data in screenshot form.
Tap to return to the function selection screen.
Tap "Clear trouble code" function menu, the system will automatically delete the currently existing trouble code.
Note: The trouble code will not disappear until the trouble was completely cleared.
Tap "Read data stream" in function menu, the system will display data stream items.
To select certain data stream item, just tap , then the selected item will be activated and
will change into
.
To select all items of the current screen, tap , and then tap "OK" to enter data stream reading interface. See Figure below.
To deselect all items, tap .
: To save the current data in text format.
: To save the current data in screenshot form.
After selecting, tap , the system will display data changes in waveform.
To start to record, tap ; To stop recording, click
.
On data stream reading page, the following operations can be done:
: Tap to select the desired data stream to be browsed, and then tap it to view the waveform.
: Tap to start recording diagnostic data for future playback and view.
The saved file follows the naming rule: It begins with vehicle type, and then the record starting time and ends with.x431 (To differentiate between files, please configure the accurate system time). The file is stored in "Data". For details on playback operations, please refer to Chapter 5.8 "Data".
Tap to return to the function selection screen.
This option is used to view the diagnostic report generated in process of vehicle diagnosis. Additionally, delete, send operations are also supported. Tap "Data", a list of diagnostic report will appear below the tab.
If user records the running parameters while reading data stream, .x431 file will be shown on the screen.
In case the DTC result is saved as.txt file on Read Trouble Code page, .txt file will be displayed on the screen.
Tap certain diagnostic report (.txt) to view it.
Tap certain diagnosis playback file (.x431) to view it.
Delete: To delete the current report;
Character: To view the diagnostic report in character form.
Graph: To view the diagnostic report in waveform form.
Refer to Chapter "Product Registration" for details.
Use this item to configure and manage your personal information.
It enables you to modify your personal information.
This option allows you to change your login password.
This option lets you to retrieve your password via email.
This option allows you to log out the system.
To log out the current user ID, tap "Log Out".
Use this item to view and configure your personal information.
The function allows you to send and receive email. You can add POP3 or IMAP email account for some common web email service provider.
Note: Before sending or receiving email, you have to set up an email account. In addition, this function required a stable network connection.
Note: If "Manual setup" is selected, please consult your email service provider for detailed parameter setting.
Note: For different networks, inbox may have some delays. Tap
on the upper right corner to refresh the email list.
Note: To delete multiple emails, check the box before the message and then click
. Once "Messages deleted" appear, it indicated the selected messages has been removed successfully.
Note: Never change the default settings of the server, otherwise email failure may occur.
Once Email account is removed, CRP229 stops receiving the emails from this account, but all messages in it still keeps as it is.
Enter main menu screen, tap to launch the browser. You can choose the desired homepage or input the website address to browse.
Files, pictures, and applications can be downloaded from the website in browser.
For example:
Tap and hold a picture, then choose "Save image" from pop-up menu to download it.
To download a link, tap and hold it, and then choose "Save link".
To protect your CRP229 and personal data, please download applications from trusted sources. To configure it, tap Settings > Security, and then deselect the box next to Unknown sources.
You can set the favorite website as bookmark for your quick access.
This option enables you to set commonly visited website as the homepage. The homepage will be opened by default every time you launch your browser.
To prevent your personal information from being exposed much better, you are strongly recommended to clear your browser navigation history.
Enter main menu screen, tap .
In camera mode, drag the slider to video mode.
This option is used to manage pictures and video files.
Enter the main menu screen, tap to open gallery, the system starts scanning all pictures and videos on CRP229.
To zoom in manually, place two fingers on the screen and then spread them apart. To zoom out, either double-tap again or place two fingers apart on the screen and then pinch them together.
Featuring gravity sensor, CRP229 will adjust the orientation of the pictures automatically if it is rotated.
The following operations can be also done while browsing gallery:
To share pictures or videos.
To view more options.
Without installing third-party photo processing software, CRP229 provides powerful photo editing functions, such as light compensation, red eye processing, crops etc.
This function lets you view calendar or create to-do events.
Enter main menu screen, tap . Tap the time in the upper left corner to switch between Day, Week, Month and Agenda.
On alarm list screen, slide the switch to ON to activate it. To disable it, just switch it to OFF.
This option enables you to manage your files.
Tap File Manager, and then choose the desired folder to perform corresponding operations.
To install an application, you need to download it firstly. All items downloaded in default browser are saved in Downloads.
Note: In process of installation, a message prompting installation prohibited may appear. Please read it carefully. To install it, please tap "Settings" > "Security", and check the box next to "Unknown sources", which allows you to install non-Market application.
To release storage space, you can uninstall some unused applications.
CRP229 is preset to use the network-provided date, time zone and time.
Note: If Automatic date & time is set as Use network-provided time, date, time and time zone will not be defined.
If insufficient memory occurs, please clear cache to spare more storage space.
You can set screen lock as pattern or password. If you forgot the password, please consult your device provider or reset your device.
Resetting may cause data loss. Before use, please make sure important data has been backed up.
In this case, please do the followings:
If all steps mentioned above are finished and the system still works slowly. Please try to close the system and reboot your CRP229.
Doing so will erase all stored data and all running applications may encounter abnormal operations. To restore it, just restart your CRP229.
It possibly results from:
Try to use other browsers to watch it or install other Flash player.
It is because Automatic date & time is set on your CRP229. Tap Settings > Date & time, deselect "Automatic date & time" and then set the date and time manually.
The difference between PIN and password is as follows:
Customer Service Department
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LAUNCH reserves the rights to make any change to product designs and specifications without notice. The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions in the manual in physical appearance, color and configuration. We have tried our best to make the descriptions and illustrations in the manual as accurate as possible, and defects are inevitable, if you have any question, please contact local dealer or after-sale service center of LAUNCH, LAUNCH does not bear any responsibility arising from misunderstandings.
§ 15.19 Labelling requirements.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
§ 15.21 Information to user.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
§ 15.105 Information to the user.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information: ?
This s Automotive Diagnosis Computer meets the government's requirements for exposure to radio waves. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age or health. FCC RF Exposure Information and Statement The SAR limit of USA (FCC) is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. Device types: Creader professional229 (FCC ID: XUJCRP229A) has also been tested against this SAR limit. The highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use at the when properly close to the body is 0.12W/kg. This device was tested for typical body-support operations with the back of the device kept 0cm from the body.
Copyright Information
Copyright © 2013 by LAUNCH TECH. CO., LTD. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of LAUNCH. The information contained herein is designed only for the use of this unit. LAUNCH is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other units.
Neither LAUNCH nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this unit or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: Accident, misuse, or abuse of this unit, or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this unit, or failure to strictly comply with LAUNCH operating and maintenance instructions. LAUNCH shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original LAUNCH Products or LAUNCH Approved Products by LAUNCH.
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