Ford MIDTRONICS DCA-8000 Quick Reference Manual

IMPORTANT: Always leave the DCA-8000 plugged-
in when not in use to allow the tool to automatically
check for and perform any available software updates.

Charging Cables

1. Insert the communication cable
until the connector locks into
place.
2. For strain relief, pre-twist each
quick connector counter clock-
wise, before inserting and rotat-
ing clockwise 180° onto each
Locking Post on the back of the
charger.
3. The connection process is complete when all three cables
are secured to the charger.

Locking Power Cord

Pull back on the red
tab on the side of the
connector to release/
remove the power
cord from the charger's
power socket.

Wireless Barcode Scanner Cable

1. Insert the RJ50 connector into the bottom of the scanner
base until it clicks into place.
2. With a flat blade screwdriver, pry off the plastic cover over
the DB9 connection on the back of the charger.
3. Use the screws on the DB9 connector to secure the cable
from the dock to the charger.
NOTE: The barcode scanner base is magnetic and can
be placed anywhere on top of the DCA charger.
DCA-8000

Initial Setup

1.
2.
3.
Pull Back To
Release
4.
Upon initial power-up, select the Region.
The Language Settings screen is displayed.
Tap Next to continue.
System Select the Controller default language
Language displayed on the screen.
Test Result Select the Controller default language for
all displayed tests and test results.
Language
Email Select the default standard language for
Language the analyzer to use for all tests and results
sent via email.
Print Select the default standard language for
Language the analyzer to use for all tests and results
printed using a networked printer.
A Consent to collect data screen is displayed. Read the terms
for collecting data, tap the Consent check box and then tap
Next to continue.
The Date/Time Settings are displayed. Tap Next to continue
after making any adjustments.
Select Time Time zone offset from Greenwich Mean
Zone: Time
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Quick Reference Guide
Dec. 2022
167-001079EN-A