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Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8.2

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BAR-OIS Software Installation

The BAR-OIS Software will need to be installed on your PC. Please follow the steps below.

NOTE:

The initial software installation, as well as subsequent updates, may require a Windows

User Account with Administrative privileges.

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:

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Summary of Contents for Smog DADdy

Page 1: ...Smog DADdy User Guide Version 8 2 ...

Page 2: ...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 Applus Technologies Inc 444 N Michigan Avenue Suite 1110 Chicago IL 60611 ...

Page 3: ... Connections 8 Wired Smog DADdy 8 Wireless Smog DADdy 9 Smog DADdy Manager Software 11 Installation 11 Checking for Updates 12 Updating Smog DADdy Firmware 12 Updating Smog DADdy Manager Software 15 Performing a Self Test 18 BAR OIS Software Installation 21 COM Port and BAR OIS Configuration 23 Windows XP and Windows 7 23 Wired Smog DADdy 23 Wireless Smog DADdy 24 Windows 8 8 1 28 Wired Smog DADdy...

Page 4: ...ower 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: ...escription Bold Initiates a software command when clicking on the bold type face word Example Click on Self Test to run a Self Test Signifies the title of a newly displayed software window Example The California BAR OIS Setup window will appear Emphasizes a word or words you should see Example When the Self Test is over the status line will read Completed Italics Indicates a set of choices from wh...

Page 6: ...reau of Automotive Repair BAR to conduct vehicle emissions tests smog checks The safety information presented in this Users Guide reminds the operator to exercise safe care when conducting a smog check It is assumed that the operator has a thorough understanding of vehicle systems before using the device Understanding of safety information and operating procedures is necessary for competent safe a...

Page 7: ...ice in areas where liquids may splash on the device This may result in igniting a fire burns shock or device failure 6 To prevent danger of suffocation keep plastic packaging out of the reach of motorist and passengers 7 In the event of lightning strikes do not touch the device to avoid potential electrical shock 8 Do not expose Smog DADdy to an environmental temperature above 135 F 55 C This may ...

Page 8: ...Wired devices will include a 16 ft OBDII DLC cable and wireless devices will include a 4 ft OBDII DLC cable 1 2 3 Wired or Wireless Smog DADdy Device 16 ft DLC Cable wired Smog DaDdy units 4 ft DLC Cable wireless Smog DaDdy units 4 5 6 3 3 ft USB Cable 1 ft Self Test Cable Alternate Ground Cable 7 Vehicle Charging Adapter wireless Smog DADdy units ...

Page 9: ...nections OBDII male Computer female Bosch P N 573922 Connects a wireless Smog DADdy to the test vehicle 4 USB Cable 3 3 ft USB Mini Connections Computer female Smog DADdy female Bosch P N 573920 Connects a wired or wireless Smog DADdy to the computer 5 Self Test Cable 1 ft Self Test Connections DLC cable female Smog DADdy female Bosch P N 573925 Tests the integrity of Smog DADdy and vehicle DLC ca...

Page 10: ...lt condition existed during the previous self test 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 Wireless devices will illuminate longer with shorter...

Page 11: ... vehicle inspection has been initiated this light indicates a communications link between the vehicle and Smog DADdy has been established Cable Ports Port Connector Function USB Mini USB 2 0 Connects Smog DADdy to the computer using a USB cable Provides power and a communication link between the device and the computer Wireless Version USB port used to charge the battery in the device and allows i...

Page 12: ...eless version or 16 ft wired version DLC cable Self Test Male Connects the 1 ft Self Test cable to the SmogDADdy device Cable Connections Wired Smog DADdy The wired model is equipped with a 16 ft vehicle DLC cable and a 3 3 ft 1 meter computer USB cable to operate Smog DADdy Device Location Cables Used Next to the computer 16 ft vehicle DLC cable 3 3 ft computer USB cable USB Alternate Ground DLC ...

Page 13: ...s power to the device when no battery voltage is present on the vehicle DLC OBDII connector pin 16 The device shuts down to conserve the battery s power when it is not connected to the USB port or to a test vehicle for more than 6 minutes Please refer to the Auxiliary Power and Wireless Tips sections that follow for additional information Smog DADdy Location Cables Used Next to the vehicle Next to...

Page 14: ...Applus Technologies Inc Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8 2 Page 10 of 55 Wireless Connection Example Test Vehicle Computer 1 ft OBDII Self Test Cable 4 ft DLC Cable Bluetooth Link ...

Page 15: ...dy Manager software on the computer that will be used for smog checks Contact Bosch Service for assistance in obtaining and installing this software NOTE The initial software installation will require a Windows User Account with Administrative privileges Installation 1 Download the Smog DADdy Manager installation from http www otctools com california dad 2 Read and agree to the licensing terms by ...

Page 16: ... 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 Updating Smog DADdy Firmware Manually Checking for Updates 1 Connect the DAD to the computer or laptop being used to access the BAR OBD Inspection System OIS using the pro...

Page 17: ...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 5 If alerted of an update via Windows Update Balloon as shown below click the Balloon and proceed to step 7 ...

Page 18: ...R 8 2 Page 14 of 55 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 ...

Page 19: ...its current firmware information simply click the 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 ...

Page 20: ...ually 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 6 Read and agree to the licensing terms by clicking on the box to the left of I accept the terms in the License Agreement 7 Click Install to begin the installation u...

Page 21: ...us bar will show the progress of the installation 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 ...

Page 22: ...e 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 2 Connect Smog DADdy to your computer using the USB cable provided ...

Page 23: ...User Manual VER 8 2 Page 19 of 55 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 Vehicle DLC Cable Self Test Cable USB to PC ...

Page 24: ...ps to try and fix or identify the problem a Check all cables to confirm they are securely attached to the proper Smog 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 b 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 di...

Page 25: ...steps below NOTE The initial software installation as well as subsequent updates may require a Windows User Account with Administrative privileges 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 ...

Page 26: ...Actions NewEquipandInspPr ocedures htm BAR OIS Software Password Policy 1 The technician passwords expire after 90 days 2 The technicians should update their passwords when instructed by the OIS 3 Password length is to be a minimum of 8 characters maximum of 30 characters 4 Password must contain a minimum of 2 numeric characters 1 alphabetic character 1 non alphanumeric character and not have spec...

Page 27: ...d 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 Windows XP and Windows 7 Wired Smog DADdy 1 Connect Smog DADdy to the computer using the USB cable provided 2 Click on the Start Menu 3 Click on Control Panel 4 Click on System 5 Click on Device ...

Page 28: ...ay want to write it down Please go to the Configuring BAR OIS section to complete the configuration process 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 4 Click on Devices and Printers 5 Click Add a device from...

Page 29: ...55 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: ...e 26 of 55 7 A prompt asking Does the code match the code on the device will appear Click on 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 ...

Page 31: ...rst 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 NOTE Your port number will be used in the next section you may want to write it down 13 Click OK to exit the Properties window Please go to the C...

Page 32: ...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 2 From the Windows 8 Start screen type device manager and select Device Manager from the search results ...

Page 33: ... number in parenthesis after A Virtual Com Port In the example below it is COM6 capital letters no spaces 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 ...

Page 34: ...lus Technologies Inc Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8 2 Page 30 of 55 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 ...

Page 35: ... not turned 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 7 If prompted to Compare the passcodes as shown in the screenshot below click Yes ...

Page 36: ...f 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: ...se review the BAR OIS Station Registration and Download Video located here https www youtube com watch v fmlPX5eV04U feature youtu be and then complete your configuration process with the following steps 1 Launch the BAR OIS software by clicking on the Start Menu Program Files and California BAR OIS 2 The DAD Configuration screen will appear Select Applus as your DAD vendor Type the COM port numbe...

Page 38: ...n below A sample screenshot for a wireless DAD configured to COM4 is shown below NOTE Throughout the remaining pages of this chapter you will see illustrations that reference both types of COM port numbers used Remember if you are using a wired device you do not need to precede the COM port number with an asterisk symbol If you are using a wireless device you will ALWAYS need an asterisk symbol be...

Page 39: ...cessfully 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 7 Select Return to BAR OIS Updating BAR OIS Configuration If you ever need to change the port configuration follow these steps 1 Click on the BAR OIS File menu and select Self Diagnostics Serial number ...

Page 40: ...ocate 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 ...

Page 41: ...n This option performs an official OIS smog check on a vehicle 1 If you haven t done so already launch the BAR OIS application 2 From the home screen click on 1 Perform Inspection 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 in...

Page 42: ...t 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 3 From the home screen click on 4 DAD Diagnostics to run a self test ...

Page 43: ...will be required to log in Scan your badge and type your password Click Submit 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 ...

Page 44: ...Applus Technologies Inc Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8 2 Page 40 of 55 7 Connect the larger end of the vehicle DLC cable to the 1 ft self test cable Vehicle DLC Cable Self Test Cable USB to PC ...

Page 45: ...gies Inc Smog DADdy User Manual VER 8 2 Page 41 of 55 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 ...

Page 46: ...he self test failed you will see the following screen Perform the following steps to try and fix or identify the problem e Check all cables to confirm they are securely attached to the proper Smog 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 ...

Page 47: ...om the device and the computer and plug them back in again g Try using alternate cables h 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 ...

Page 48: ...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 If the vehicle has insufficient battery voltage present on pin 16 of the DLC reconnect using a USB tethered connection or by using the USB vehicle charging adapter NOTE A wireless connection can be re...

Page 49: ...wer Wired Version Check to see if the USB cable is properly attached to the computer and Smog DADdy USB hubs may not function properly connect the DAD directly to the PC using the supplied USB cable Confirm that the USB cable is not damaged No Power Wireless Version Make sure Smog DADdy has been charged for a minimum of 3 hours before using the first time Connect Smog DADdy to the computer using t...

Page 50: ... own more than one Smog DADdy try using those cables to determine if either the DLC or Self Test cables need replacement Vehicle Communication Difficulty Suggestions OBD Comm didn t illuminate Check all cables to confirm they are properly and securely connected Confirm BAR OIS software is open and operational Use Alternate Grounding cable ground pin may not be present on the test vehicles DLC See ...

Page 51: ...gestions Software didn t install properly Check computer administrative security and privacy settings Check internet security and privacy settings Disallow pop up blockers Confirm your computer is free of viruses malware and Trojans Click on Control Panel and uninstall program if it is there Install the software again Software isn t functioning properly Confirm your computer is free of viruses mal...

Page 52: ...en you first start a test Therefore the DAD needs to be powered when you first start the software and when you begin an inspection If the DAD is not connected to power either from the vehicle or from the USB connector and there is no communications with it from the OIS for 6 minutes the DAD will power off to conserve its battery If you normally leave the DAD unplugged that is fine If so you should...

Page 53: ...r and Alternate Ground Operation If it ever happens that you cannot obtain communications after ensuring your DAD has power please unplug the 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 ...

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Page 56: ... 05 L x 3 5 W x 1 015 H Power Source wired model USB Power Source wireless model LiPo Battery charged via USB Battery 3 7V Li polymer rechargeable battery Battery Capacity 280 mAh Normal recharge time Less than 1 hour Battery Information Wireless The rechargeable battery inside the device is not fully charged when it is new Charge Smog DADdy for 3 hours before using The rechargeable battery has a ...

Page 57: ...t cause harmful interference Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This device complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for the general population This transmitter must no...

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