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Figure 2-3

MaxiSys MS906CV Tablet Top View

1. Mini SD Card Slot

– holds the mini SD Card.

2. Mini USB Port

3. DC Power Supply Input Port

– connects the 12 volt power adapter to charge.

4. DB15-Pin Port

– connects the vehicle DLC cable.

5. Lock/Power Button

– turns the device on & off with long press, or locks the screen

with short press.

Power Sources

The Display Tablet can receive power from any of the following sources:



Internal Battery Pack



AC/DC Power Supply

Internal Battery Pack

The Display Tablet can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery, which if fully
charged can provide sufficient power for about 6 hours of continuous operation.

AC/DC Power Supply

The Display Tablet can be powered from a wall socket using the AC/DC power adapter.
The AC/DC power supply charges the internal battery pack.

Technical Specifications

Table 2-1

Technical Specifications

Item

Description

Operating System

Android

4.4.2, KitKat

Summary of Contents for MAXISYS

Page 1: ... at the time of printing Autel reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice While information of this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy no guarantee is given for the completeness and correctness of the contents including but not limited to the product specifications functions and illustrations Autel will not be liable for any direct damages or for any special incident...

Page 2: ... safety of others in the work area the device being used or the vehicle being tested Before using the device always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested Use the device only as described in this manual Read understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual Safety Messages ...

Page 3: ...eave the vehicle unattended while testing Be extra cautious when working around the ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical and electrical fires nearby Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running Kee...

Page 4: ...CCESSORIES KIT 7 Main Cable 7 OBD I Adapters 7 Other Accessories 8 3 GETTING STARTED 9 POWERING UP 9 Application Buttons 10 Locator and Navigation Buttons 11 System Status Icons 12 POWERING DOWN 13 Reboot System 14 INSTALLING COMPUTER SOFTWARE 14 Printing Operation 14 4 CV DIAGNOSTICS 16 ESTABLISHING VEHICLE COMMUNICATION 16 Vehicle Connection 16 GETTING STARTED 17 Vehicle Menu Layout 17 VEHICLE I...

Page 5: ...BRAKE EPB SERVICE 41 EPB Safety 42 STEERING ANGLE SENSOR SAS SERVICE 44 Calibrate ESC Steering Wheel Angle Sensor 45 DPF SERVICE 46 DPF Deep Clean Regeneration 47 CYLINDER SERVICE 48 Cylinder Cutout Test 49 TURBO SERVICE 51 VGT Electronic Actuator Installation and Calibration 51 INJECTOR SERVICE 53 High Pressure Common Rail Injector Setup 54 6 SHOP MANAGER 56 VEHICLE HISTORY 57 Historical Test Rec...

Page 6: ...Printing via PC 70 FIRMWARE 71 NOTIFICATION CENTER 72 MULTITASK 72 AUTO UPDATE 73 SYSTEM SETTINGS 74 ABOUT 75 9 UPDATE 77 10 FUNCTION VIEWER 79 11 SUPPORT 81 PRODUCT REGISTRATION 81 SUPPORT SCREEN LAYOUT 82 MY ACCOUNT 82 Personal Info 82 Update Info 83 Service Info 83 USER COMPLAINT 83 DATA LOGGING 85 COMMUNITIES 86 User Profile 87 TRAINING CHANNELS 87 FAQ DATABASE 88 ...

Page 7: ...Home 96 Search Fix Features 96 Ask 97 My MaxiFix 98 My Messages 99 Support 100 16 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 101 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 101 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST 101 ABOUT BATTERY USAGE 102 SERVICE PROCEDURES 103 Technical Support 103 Repair Service 104 Other Services 105 17 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 106 18 WARRANTY 108 12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY 108 ...

Page 8: ...t Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options Example Tap OK Note A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations tips and comments Important IMPORTANT indicates a situation which if not avoided may result in damage to the test equipment or vehicle Hyperlink Hyperlinks or links that take you to other related articles procedures and illustrat...

Page 9: ...the camera 1 Tap the Camera button The camera screen opens 2 Focus the image to be captured in the view finder 3 Tap the blue circle The view finder now shows the captured picture and auto saves the taken photo ...

Page 10: ...ossible coverage of OE level diagnostics the MaxiSys MS906CV is an ideal solution to manage your repair jobs smartly and conveniently with greater integration This manual describes the construction and operation of the device and how it works to deliver diagnostic solutions MaxiSys MS906CV Display Tablet Functional Description Figure 2 1 MaxiSys MS906CV Tablet Front View 1 8 0 LED Capacitive Touch...

Page 11: ...evel is above 15 B Yellow Illuminates yellow when the Display Tablet is charging and the battery level is below 90 C Red Illuminates red when the Display Tablet is powered on and the battery level is below 15 D Blue Illuminates blue when the MaxiSys system is fault Figure 2 2 MaxiSys MS906CV Tablet Back View 1 Camera Lens 2 Camera Flash 3 Collapsible Stand extends from the back to allow hands free...

Page 12: ...can receive power from any of the following sources Internal Battery Pack AC DC Power Supply Internal Battery Pack The Display Tablet can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery which if fully charged can provide sufficient power for about 6 hours of continuous operation AC DC Power Supply The Display Tablet can be powered from a wall socket using the AC DC power adapter The AC DC power ...

Page 13: ...le Speaker Power and Battery 3 7V 5000 mAh lithium polymer battery Charging via 12 V AC DC power supply Input Voltage DC 12 V 9 35 V Power Consumption 5 W Operating Tempe 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F Storage Temp 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Housing Strong plastic housing with protective rubber boot Dimensions W x H x D 270 8 mm 10 0 x 176 0 mm 6 9 x 36 0mm 1 4 Weight NW 0 93 kg 2 05 lb Protocols ISO 9142 2 ISO...

Page 14: ...s the Display Tablet to the vehicle s data link connector DLC Figure 2 4 Main Cable 1 7 m in length OBD I Adapters The OBD I adapters are for Non OBD II vehicles The adapter used depends on the type of vehicle being tested The most common adapters are shown below Deutsch 9 Deutsch 9 Unit 4 JW1 x2 JW2 x2 JW3 x2 JW4 x2 JW5 x2 JW6 x2 JW7 x2 JW8 x2 JW9 x2 JW10 x2 ...

Page 15: ...upply Cigarette Lighter Provides power to the Display Tablet or the J2534 programming device through connection to the vehicle s cigarette lighter receptacle as some non OBD II vehicles cannot provide power via the DLC connection Clipper Cable Provides power to the Display Tablet or the J2534 programming device through connection to the vehicle s battery Light Fuse A safety device for the cigarett...

Page 16: ...ws the lock screen Pressing the inner ring with a Lock icon at the center displays 3 entry options 1 Unlock drags the inner ring to the right edge of the circle to enter the Android System s Home Screen 2 MaxiSys drags the inner ring to the top edge of the circle to enter the MaxiSys Job Menu 3 Camera drags the inner ring to the left edge of the circle to launch the camera 1 Application Buttons 2 ...

Page 17: ... The table below gives brief descriptions of the available applications Tap on the screen to select an application from the Job Menu Table 3 1 Applications Button Name Description CV Diagnostics Accesses the unit s diagnostics functions See CV Diagnostics on page 16 CV Service Accesses special functions menu See Service on page 39 for details Shop Manager Allows you to edit and save workshop infor...

Page 18: ...ng the TeamViewer application program See Remote Desk on page 90 Quick Link Provides associated website bookmarks to allow quick access to product update service support and other information See Quick Link on page 92 MaxiFix Launches the MaxiFix platform which provides the most compatible and abundant repair techniques and diagnostics database See MaxiFix on page 93 Locator and Navigation Buttons...

Page 19: ...lume of the audio output MaxiSys Home Returns to MaxiSys Job Menu MaxiSys Shortcut Returns to the MaxiSys operation interface from other Android applications To use the camera 1 Tap the Camera button The camera screen opens 2 Focus the image to be captured in the view finder 3 Tap the inner blue circle The view finder now shows the captured picture and auto saves the taken photo 4 Tap the thumbnai...

Page 20: ...orch when pressed Auto Rotate Enables disables auto rotate screen when pressed Airplane Mode Enables disables Airplane Mode when pressed System Settings Launches the Android System Settings interface when pressed Powering Down All vehicle communications must be terminated before shutting down the Display Tablet A warning message displays if you attempt to shut down the Display Tablet when it is co...

Page 21: ...een and Click Next to continue 6 Click on Install and the printer driver program will be installed onto the computer 7 Click on Finish to complete the whole installation procedure NOTE The MaxiSys Printer runs automatically after the installation Printing Operation This section describes how to receive file from the Display Tablet and perform printing through the computer To perform printing throu...

Page 22: ...nt option is selected If you need to print the document later click Open PDF file and select the document and double click the Print button on the MaxiSys Printer interface to start the printing NOTE Make sure the computer installed with the Printing driver program is connected to a printer ...

Page 23: ...ion as follows A vehicle equipped with an On board Diagnostics Two OBD II management system supplies both communication and 12 24 volt power through a standardized J 1962 DLC A vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies communication through a DLC connection and in some cases supplies 12 24 volt power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to the vehicle batte...

Page 24: ... proper connection to the vehicle s DLC as required Some DLC connections only supply communication and the power is to be supplied via the cigarette lighter connection To connect the cigarette lighter 1 Plug the DC power connector of the cigarette lighter into the DC power supply input port on the Display Tablet 2 Connect the male connector of the cigarette lighter into the vehicle s cigarette lig...

Page 25: ...ob Menu VIN Scan Opens a dropdown list tap Auto Detect for auto VIN detection tap Manual Input to enter VIN manually All Displays all the vehicle makes in the vehicle menu History Displays the stored test vehicle history records This option provides you direct access to the previously tested vehicle recorded during previous test sessions See Vehicle History on page 57 Trucks Displays the truck mak...

Page 26: ...shing the communication with the test vehicle to start a diagnostic session Tapping the small envelop icon beside each vehicle brand name will open a PDF document displaying the function list of the diagnostic software including the applicable models and functions NOTE The Update icon displayed on the upper right of the vehicle brand name indicates there is available update for the vehicle Tap thi...

Page 27: ...iagnostics application button from the MaxiSys Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the VIN Scan button on the top toolbar to open a dropdown list 3 Select Auto Detect Once the test vehicle is successfully identified the screen will display the vehicle VIN Tap OK at the bottom right to confirm the vehicle VIN If the VIN does not match with the test vehicle s VIN enter VIN manually or tap Read ...

Page 28: ...ccess a specific system to diagnose Manual VIN Input For vehicles that not supporting the Auto VIN Scan function you may manually enter the vehicle VIN To perform Manual VIN Input 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiSys Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the VIN Scan button on the top toolbar 3 Select Manual Input 4 Tap the input box and enter the correct VIN Figure 4 5 Sam...

Page 29: ...information will be automatically acquired Follow the on screen instruction to display the diagnostic screen Manual Selection When the vehicle s VIN is not automatically retrievable through the vehicle s ECU or the specific VIN is unknown the vehicle can be manually selected This mode of vehicle selection is menu driven repeat the first two steps from the automatic selection operation and tap Manu...

Page 30: ... to the previous screen Navigation This section describes how to navigate the Diagnostics interface and select test options Diagnostics Screen Layout The diagnostic screens typically include four sections 1 Diagnostics Toolbar 2 Status Information Bar 3 Main Section 4 Functional Buttons Diagnostics Toolbar The Diagnostics Toolbar contains a number of buttons that allow you to print or save the dis...

Page 31: ...tions Save Tapping this button opens a submenu on which there are 3 options available to save the displayed data Tap Save This Page to take a screenshot image Tap Save All Data to save a PDF file mostly used to save data that cover more than 1 page Tap Start Saving to record a video clip only available for recording Live Data or special graph data All saved data are stored in the Data Manager appl...

Page 32: ...uter network either via Wi Fi or LAN before printing For more instructions on printing see Printing Operation on page 70 for details To submit Data Logging reports in Diagnostics 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiSys Job Menu The Data Logging button on the Diagnostic Toolbar is available throughout the whole Diagnostics operations 2 Tap the Data Logging button The button displa...

Page 33: ...irmation Warning and Error Confirmation Messages This type of messages usually displays as an Information screen which informs you when you are about to perform an action that cannot be reversed or when an action has been initiated and your confirmation is needed to continue When a user response is not required to continue the message displays briefly before automatically disappearing Warning Mess...

Page 34: ...or all the available systems on the vehicle 2 Control unit displays a selection menu of all available control units of the test vehicle Auto Scan The Auto Scan function performs a comprehensive scanning over all the systems on the vehicle s ECU in order to locate fault systems and retrieve DTCs The sample operation interface of Auto Scan displays as below Figure 4 9 Sample Auto Scan Operation Scre...

Page 35: ... system has been detected but the tester cannot accurately locate it Fault Indicates there is are detected fault code s present indicates the number of the detected faults Pass No Fault Indicates the system has passed the scanning process and no fault has been detected B Tree Tab The tree tab screen displays a system distribution diagram of the vehicle control modules The scanned system which has ...

Page 36: ... display to inform you of possible data loss when this function is selected Report Displays the diagnostic data in the report form Save Saves the diagnostic session as a history record this allows you to quickly restore access to the test systems Control Units This option allows you to manually locate a required control system for testing through a series of choices You simply follow the menu driv...

Page 37: ...e various controls of the diagnostic information at any time such as printing and saving the displayed data getting help information or performing data logging etc To perform a diagnostic function 1 Establish communication with the test vehicle 2 Identify the test vehicle by selecting from the menu options 3 Select the Diagnosis section 4 Locate the required system for testing by Auto Scan or thro...

Page 38: ...y on the right side of the DTC item For some vehicles the Trouble Codes function will display as three functions separately Read DTC Clear DTC and Freeze Frame 1 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons see Table 4 2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 24 for detailed descriptions of the operations for each button 2 Main Section Code Column displays the retrieved codes from the vehicle Status Column indicates ...

Page 39: ...on by reporting test results after a driving cycle a If a test failed during the driving cycle the DTC associated with that test is reported If the pending fault does not occur again within 40 to 80 warm up cycles the fault is automatically cleared from memory b Test results reported by this service do not necessarily indicate a faulty component or system If test results indicate another failure a...

Page 40: ...nostics Toolbar Buttons on page 24 for detailed descriptions of the operations for each button 2 Main Section Name Column this column displays the parameter names a Check Box taps the check box at the left side of the parameter name to make selection of an item Tap the check box again to deselect the item b Drop down Button tapping the drop down button at the right side of the parameter name opens...

Page 41: ... will appear on the right side of the parameter item allowing you to manipulate the display status Text Button resumes Text Display Mode Scale Button changes the scale values which are displayed below the waveform graph There are 4 scales available x1 x2 x4 and x8 Zoom in Button taps once to display the selected data graph in full screen Digital Gauge Mode displays the parameters in form of a digi...

Page 42: ... record duration can be configured in the Setting mode of Live Data Freeze displays the retrieved data in freeze mode Previous Frame moves to the previous frame in the freeze data Next Frame moves to the next frame in the freeze data Resume this button appears when the Record or Freeze function is applied Tapping this button stops data recording or exit freeze data mode and resumes normal data dis...

Page 43: ...s There are four navigation buttons on top of the Setting mode screen Range Button displays the configuration screen on which you can set the threshold values an upper limit and a lower limit for triggering the buzzer alarm This function is only applied to the Waveform Graph display mode a MIN tapping which opens a virtual keyboard allowing you to enter the required lower limit value b MAX tapping...

Page 44: ...set the trigger type duration and trigger point for the data recording function a Trigger Type sets the trigger mode for data recording mainly of two kinds Manual and Auto There are four options available 1 Manual allows you to manually start and stop data recording 2 DTC auto triggers data recording when any DTC is detected 3 DTC Check Mode auto triggers data recording when certain pre selected D...

Page 45: ...fore the data recording start point 6 Tap Done to save the setting and return to the Live Data screen or tap Cancel to cancel without saving and exit Setting Done Button confirms and saves the setting and returns you to the Live Data screen Cancel Button cancels the setting operation and returns you to the Live Data screen ...

Page 46: ...ice operations The most commonly performed service functions include Oil Reset Service EPB Service SAS Service DPF Service Injector Service Turbo Service Cylinder Service After entering each special function the displayed screen consists of two applications Diagnosis Trouble codes and Hot Function Special function The Diagnosis Trouble codes is for you to read clear data since this is necessary be...

Page 47: ...example its service reset function includes engine oil spark plugs front rear brakes coolant particle filter brake fluid micro filter vehicle inspection exhaust emission inspection and vehicle check All software screens shown in this manual are examples actual test screens may vary for each vehicle being tested Observe the menu titles and on screen instructions to make correct option selections To...

Page 48: ... bottom of the screen to reset all the items or tap Select reset option to reset certain items Tap Refresh button to refresh all the data 8 When the reset is done the availability would display as 100 Tap ESC to exit Electronic Parking Brake EPB Service This function has a multitude of usages to maintain the electronic braking system safely and effectively The applications include park brake cable...

Page 49: ... be deactivated before carrying out any maintenance diagnostic work on the brake system This can be done from the tool menu Only carry out maintenance work when the vehicle is stationary and on level ground Ensure that the EPB control system is reactivated after the maintenance work has been completed NOTE Autel accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from the maintenance of t...

Page 50: ...acement procedure as an example Figure 5 5 Sample EPB Service Screen 1 5 Tap Start to carry out the service and the park brake cable position will change Once the service is completed the technician can replace the park brake cable Figure 5 4 Sample EPB Function List Figure 5 6 Sample EPB Service Screen 2 ...

Page 51: ...aintenance or repair work on the steering linkage steering gear or other related mechanism Wheel alignment or wheel track adjustment Accident repairs where damage to the steering angle sensor or assembly or any part of the steering system may have occurred NOTE 1 AUTEL accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from servicing the SAS system When interpreting DTCs retrieved from t...

Page 52: ...gle Sensor from the SAS function menu to enter the function screen 2 Follow the on screen instructions to set the ignition on off as guided The vehicle battery voltage signal should be in the range 12 5 13 5 volts to proceed this service otherwise the scan tablet will display a warning message 3 Make sure the steering wheel is in the central position and the front wheels are in the straight positi...

Page 53: ...ning ECM monitors driving style and selects a suitable time to employ regeneration Cars driven a lot at idling speed and low load will attempt to regenerate earlier than cars driven more with high load and high speed In order for regeneration to take place a prolonged high exhaust temperature must be obtained In the event of the car being driven in such a way that regeneration is not possible i e ...

Page 54: ...itive Eolys 3 If the vehicle needs to be driven in order to perform a DPF service ALWAYS have a second person help you One person should drive the vehicle while the other person observes the screen on the Tool Trying to drive and observe the Scan Tool at the same time is dangerous and could cause a serious traffic accident DPF Deep Clean Regeneration This function enables you to start fuel deliver...

Page 55: ...completed Please allow time for the engine and after treatment system to cool down Cylinder Service The Cylinder function allows a technician to carry out cylinder bank cutout test cylinder cutout test cylinder performance test single bank cutout test to troubleshoot cylinder misfires The sub functions may vary by test vehicle Figure 5 11 Sample DPF Service Screen 1 Figure 5 12 Sample DPF Service ...

Page 56: ...echnician to cutout cylinders for troubleshooting cylinder misfires 1 Tap Cylinder Cutout Test from the service function menu to enter the service screen Figure 5 14 Sample Cylinder Service Screen 1 Figure 5 13 Sample Cylinder Function List Screen ...

Page 57: ...uccessfully carried out the status will display Cutout 4 Tap Restore to restore the cylinders that have been cutout to ensure proper functioning Figure 5 15 Sample Cylinder Service Screen 2 Figure 5 17 Sample Cylinder Service Screen 4 Figure 5 16 Sample Cylinder Service Screen 3 ...

Page 58: ...his procedure serves to facilitate accurate installation and calibration of an actuator when replacing a defective actuator in the field It is not a functionality test of the actuator If an attempt is made to use this procedure as a functionality test of the actuator DTCs and or the turbo electric actuator will occur 1 Tap AGT Electronic Actuator Installation and Calibration from the service funct...

Page 59: ...en 2 4 The screen will display confirmation message once the actuator installation is successfully completed and the VGT actuator can be physically fitted on the turbo Once the installation is mounted to the turbocharger tap OK to proceed with the calibration 5 Tap Start to start the calibration Figure 5 21 Sample Turbo Service Screen 3 ...

Page 60: ...ore injectors are replaced Or when the DCU has been replaced the new DCU must always be reprogrammed with the codes for all the injectors If the barcode programmed in the engine DCU is incorrect for the injector the engine may stall and run very badly at idle The engine may also break down and have a reduced service life This function serves to monitor and change injector barcode in the ECM as nec...

Page 61: ... fitted or replaced the injector barcode should be updated in the ECM In the event of an ECM replacement all of the injector barcodes must be updated 1 Tap AGT Electronic Actuator Installation and Calibration from the service function menu to enter the service screen 2 Read the onscreen notification carefully and tap OK to proceed Figure 5 24 Sample Injector Service List Screen Figure 5 25 Sample ...

Page 62: ...e button to set the barcode for corresponding cylinder 4 Tap Apply to set the barcode Once the setup is successfully done tap ESC to exit Figure 5 27 Sample Turbo Service Screen 3 Figure 5 26 Sample Turbo Service Screen 2 ...

Page 63: ... Name Description Back Returns to the previous screen Diagnostics Tap this button to access vehicle Diagnostics menu Enter Edit Displays the editing toolbar to print or delete the selected file Delete Deletes the selected vehicle record Search Enters the vehicle name or test path to retrieve the vehicle record Cancel Cancels edit or file search Edit Edits information for the displayed file Add Acc...

Page 64: ... on the MaxiSys Job Menu 2 Select Vehicle History 3 Tap the Diagnostics button at the bottom of the thumbnail of a vehicle record item 4 Or tap the vehicle record thumbnail to view record 5 A Historical Test record sheet displays Check the recorded information of the recorded test vehicle and tap the Diagnostics button on the upper right corner 6 The vehicle s Diagnostics screen displays Now a new...

Page 65: ...isplays 4 Tap the Edit button to start editing 5 Tap on each item to input the corresponding information or add attaching files or images NOTE The vehicle VIN number or license and the customer information account are correlated by default Adding one of the information will automatically associate the other item in the record sheet provided that the later one exists 6 Tap Add to Customer to supple...

Page 66: ...formation 3 Tap the Edit button on the top toolbar 4 Tap on each field to input the appropriate information 5 Tap Done to save the updated workshop information sheet or tap Cancel to exit without saving Customer Manager Use the Customer Manager function to create and edit customer accounts and correlate with the associated test vehicle history records To create a customer account 1 Tap the Shop Ma...

Page 67: ...nformation sheet displays 4 Tap the Edit button on the top toolbar to start editing 5 Tap on the input field where needs to be altered or supplemented and enter updated information 6 Tap Done to save the updated information or tap Cancel to exit without saving To delete a customer account 1 Tap the Shop Manager application on the MaxiSys Job Menu 2 Select Customer Manager and select a customer acc...

Page 68: ...Functional Buttons navigates and makes various controls of the function 2 Main Section displays the note list on the left column and the detail information of the selected note on the right column Table 6 2 Function Buttons in History Notes Button Name Description Back Returns to the previous screen Delete Deletes the selected note Search Quickly locates the required note by entering the note titl...

Page 69: ...tton An edit window displays 3 Tap on the Title bar to input a note title 4 Tap on the blank space below to edit a text note or remark 5 Select a function button on the top to add files in any form you choose 6 Tap Save to save the note tap Discard or Cancel to exit without saving ...

Page 70: ...opens the file system menu Different file types are sorted separately under different options there are five types of information files to be viewed or played back Operations Data Manager Operations are based on toolbar controls Details are explained in the following sections Image Files The Image section contains all captured screenshot images Figure 7 1 Sample Data Manager Main Screen ...

Page 71: ...y the editing toolbar Print delete or view image information Cancel Tap this button to close the editing toolbar or cancel file search Search Quickly locates the image file by entering the vehicle name test path file name or file info Info Tap this button to display the details Print Tap this button to print the selected image Delete Tap this button to delete the selected image To edit image infor...

Page 72: ...onsists of Autel Printer MaxiSys Pinter and PC Suite 9 Double click on Setup exe item 10 Select the installation language and the printer driver installation wizard will load momentarily 11 Follow the wizard instructions on the screen and click Next to continue 12 Click on Install and the printer driver program will be installed onto the computer 13 Click on Finish to complete the installation pro...

Page 73: ...r 2 Main Section displays the recorded data frames 3 Navigation Toolbar controls data playback Use the Navigation Toolbar buttons to playback the record data from frame to frame Tap Back to exit data playback Apps Uninstall This section manages the firmware applications installed on the MaxiSys Diagnostics System Select this section to open a management screen on which you all the available vehicl...

Page 74: ... The Data Logging section allows you to launch Support platform directly to view all records of all sent or unsent saved data loggings on the diagnostic system For more details please refer to Data Logging on page 85 ...

Page 75: ...he procedures to adjust the device s system settings Unit This option allows you to adjust the measurement unit for the diagnostic system To adjust the unit setting 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiSys Job Menu 2 Tap the Unit option on the left column 3 Select the appropriate measurement unit Metric or English A tick icon will display to the right of the selected unit 4 Tap the Home butto...

Page 76: ...on the MaxiSys Job Menu 2 Tap the Language option on the left column 3 Select the appropriate language A check will display to the right of the selected language 4 Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the MaxiSys Job Menu or tap another setting to adjust Figure 8 1 Sample Unit Setting Screen Figure 8 2 Sample Language Setting Screen ...

Page 77: ...ton on the top left corner to return to the MaxiSys Job Menu or tap another setting to adjust Printing via APP MS906CV provides the most convenient printing method printing via APP To realize this function please make sure a Wi Fi printer is available and then purchase a Wi Fi printer APP and install it onto your tablet By a simple click on the Print button of a saved file on the tablet the file w...

Page 78: ...ake sure the printer is working successfully 3 Tap the Print button on the toolbar A temporary document will be created and sent to the computer for printing and the received document automatically when the Auto Print option is selected 4 Tap the Print button on the toolbar of the tablet A test document will be sent to the computer If the Auto Print option in the MaxiSys Printer is selected the Ma...

Page 79: ...the function is enabled the button turns blue or if disabled the button turns gray 4 Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the MaxiSys Job Menu or choose another setting to adjust When the Notification Center function is turned on and new messages are received by the MaxiSys device a notification message displays on the MaxiSys Job Menu Press on the message bar and drag it down a...

Page 80: ...orner to return to the MaxiSys Job Menu Or select another setting option to configure another system setting Auto Update The Auto Update allows the tool to automatically update the OS the MaxiSys system and the Vehicle coverage software Each can be configured to update automatically at specified times Tap the ON OFF button and set the desired automatic update time To set auto system or vehicle upd...

Page 81: ...e setting Figure 8 7 Sample Set Time Screen NOTE The tool must be connected to the Internet at the time download is scheduled System Settings Access the Android system setting interface to adjust background system settings including wireless and network settings sound and display screen settings and system security settings To enable the App Switcher function Figure 8 6 Sample Auto Update Screen ...

Page 82: ... shortcut can be altered here Press and drag the App Switcher icon to alter the icon position on the screen Refer to Android documentation for additional information about Android system settings About About displays information regarding the MaxiSys diagnostic device including the product name version hardware and serial number To check the MaxiSys product information in About 1 Tap the Settings ...

Page 83: ...76 Figure 8 9 Sample About Screen ...

Page 84: ...device This section describes installing an update to the MaxiSys Diagnostic System firmware A notification message displays if an update is available when the Notifications function is enabled in the Settings application See Notification Center on page 72 1 Navigation and Controls Home Button returns to the MaxiSys Job Menu Update All available updates for all tablet systems Search Bar searches s...

Page 85: ...update the firmware 1 Power up the tablet and ensure that it is connected to a power source and has a steady Internet connection 2 Tap the Update application button from the MaxiSys Job Menu or tap the update notification message when received The Update application screen displays 3 Check all available updates If you decide to update all the items tap the Update All button If you only want to upd...

Page 86: ...y the vehicle 1 Tap the Function Viewer application on the MaxiSys Job Menu The Function Viewer application screen displays 2 Tap the tool name on the top left to drop down the tool list tap the one you want to search 3 Tap the vehicle brand model and year you want to search 4 All the functions support by the selected tool for the selected vehicle displays with three column function sub function a...

Page 87: ...st tap the one you want to search 3 Type in the function you want to search to the top right search column All the vehicles with this function will be listed with 8 columns the Brand Model Year System Sub system Function Sub function and Version NOTE Fuzzy search is supported type in part of the function you want to search can also find you all the related Figure 10 2 Sample Function Viewer Screen...

Page 88: ... Sign In with your account ID and password 3 If you are a new member to Autel click on the Create Autel ID button on the left side of the screen to create an ID 4 Enter the required information in the input fields read through Autel s Terms and Conditions and tick on Agree and then click Create Autel ID at the bottom to continue 5 The online system will automatically send a verification code to th...

Page 89: ... on the left is the main menu select one subject from the main menu to display the corresponding functional interface on the right My Account The My Account screen displays the comprehensive information of the user and the product which is synchronized with the on line registered account including User Info Device Info Update Info and Service Info Personal Info The User Info and Device Info are bo...

Page 90: ...and a detailed repair report such as the fault type changed components or system reinstallation will be listed User Complaint The User Complaint screen allows you to establish a new complaint case as well as to view historical complaint records The User Complaint screen consists of two parts 1 Option Bar Period Filter displays only the complaint records within the defined period on the list Status...

Page 91: ...nt button at the upper right corner A selection menu with a category of service channels displays 5 Select a target service channel and click Next to continue A standard complaint form displays on which you are allowed to enter detailed information such as personal information vehicle information and device information you can also attach image or PDF files with the form 6 Enter in each input fiel...

Page 92: ...he Data Logging section keeps records of all sent or unsent saved data loggings on the diagnostic system The support personnel receive and process the submitted reports through the Support platform and send back problem solutions within 48 hours Support personnel will answer your questions directly To make a reply in a Data Logging session 1 Tap on the Sent tag to view a list of submitted data log...

Page 93: ...r topic and the discussion content in the appropriate input field 4 Select a category or edit tags for the discussed post This will help other members with similar interest to find your post 5 Tap OK to submit the post To join and reply to a discussion post 1 Select a forum group whether by the product or the features on the Communities Home screen A list of the latest posts is displayed 2 Select ...

Page 94: ...n and member status The Related links allow you to check the Top Users ranked according to their points and levels in the communities as well as to find out other online users Avatar allows you to select an image to set as your personal Avatar to be displayed in the communities Stuff displays all the discussions you ve posted at various forums in a list Training Channels The Training section provi...

Page 95: ...asked and answered about the use of Autel s online member account and shopping and payment procedures Account displays questions and answers about the use of Autel s online user account Shopping Payment displays questions and answers about online product purchase and payment methods or procedures ...

Page 96: ...hnical bulletins produced by top notch technicians and product experts Please view the materials that are saved on the tablet or view technical articles from our online forum by clicking the links displayed under this application Figure 12 1 Sample Academy Screen ...

Page 97: ...te Desk application is started this ID is generated automatically based on the hardware characteristics and will not change later on Make sure the tablet is connected to the Internet before launching the Remote Desk application so that the tablet is accessible to receive remote support from the third party To receive remote support from a partner 1 Power on the tablet 2 Tap the Remote Desk applica...

Page 98: ...t for him her to send you a remote control request 5 A popup displays to ask for your confirmation to allow remote control on your device 6 Tap Allow to accept or tap Deny to reject Refer to the associated TeamViewer documents for additional information ...

Page 99: ...itional in automotive service sites To open a quick link 1 Tap the Quick Link application on the MaxiSys Job Menu The Quick Link application screen displays 2 Select a website thumbnail from the main section The Chrome browser is launched and the selected website is opened Figure 14 1 Sample Quick Link Screen ...

Page 100: ... world Information in the MaxiFix database is organized into a series of diagnostic tips that are designed to quickly lead you to the root cause of a particular problem on the test vehicle Navigation You need to register the device to your online account before launching the MaxiFix platform see Product Registration on page 81 for details The MaxiFix screen layout consists of three main areas 1 Th...

Page 101: ...ence of option lists This feature helps to filter out the searches that allow only the information that applies to the identified vehicle to display NOTE All attributes must be specified to make a complete vehicle selection for the most efficient search results To select a vehicle 1 If you haven t already done so click the Select Vehicle button on the Header 2 Select the year of the vehicle from t...

Page 102: ...ctual workshop fixes and data which may include a OBD II Fault Codes description and reference helps in diagnostic assessment by making clear the nature of an automotive problem so that beginner and advanced technicians can make effective repairs b Real Fix Tips provides repair tips from actual shop practices and are presented in an easy to understand Complaint Cause Correction format If you still...

Page 103: ...g Customer Service by email Home Home is the first option on the Navigation Menu at the bottom of the screen Tapping it opens your MaxiFix home page There is a list of questions posted on the community and you can scroll down the page to the bottom and view more questions by tapping View More Click on any question and you will be linked to the detailed page in the Ask section You can configure you...

Page 104: ...tom of the screen to open the Ask page 3 On the Ask page find Ask for Help fill in the following sections to ask a question The Ask page has four sections Subject this is where you enter a brief subject for the question My Question asks a clear and concise question that you want to ask the community Be sure to be descriptive and concise when asking your question Problem Description describes how t...

Page 105: ...list to specific years and makes Click Set Year or Set Make to set your preferred models The preferred makes will also be displayed in the Filter options on the Home page Share a Tip allows you to share your personal repair experience with the community Click My MaxiFix on the Navigation Menu at the bottom of the screen to display all questions and tips that you have contributed to the community C...

Page 106: ... A notification icon will appear on the top right corner of My Messages if there is any new or unread message in the Question section The number on the notification icon indicates the total number of the new and unread messages The displayed number will be reduced correspondingly after viewing The message notification will appear under the following two conditions 1 Your question or answer is repl...

Page 107: ...elected as the Adopted Answer 2 A score of 3 is awarded when you close a question 3 A score of 2 is awarded if your closed question is marked as Adopted by no less than 20 community members 4 A score of 1 is awarded if your answer is selected as the Adopted Answer for a closed question which is marked as Adopted by no less than 20 community members 5 A score of 1 is awarded to each of the first th...

Page 108: ...u tap the touch screen with wet hands Do not store the devices in humid dusty or dirty areas Check the housing wiring and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each use At the end of each work day wipe the device housing wiring and connectors clean with a damp cloth Do not attempt to disassemble your tablet or the VCI unit Do not drop or cause severe impact to the devices Use only author...

Page 109: ...perly Check the connector NOTE If the problems persist please contact Autel s technical support personnel or your local selling agent About Battery Usage Your tablet is powered by a built in Lithium ion Polymer battery This means that unlike other forms of battery technology you can recharge your battery while some charge remains without reducing your tablet s autonomy due to the battery memory ef...

Page 110: ...er once charging is complete Leaving the tablet in hot or cold places especially inside a car in summer or winter may reduce the capacity and life of the battery Always keep the battery within normal temperatures Service Procedures This section introduces information for technical support repair service and application for replacement or optional parts Technical Support If you have any question or...

Page 111: ...tel com au Address 155 Islington Street Melbourne Collingwood VIC 3066 For technical assistance in other markets please contact your local selling agent Repair Service If it becomes necessary to return your device for repair please download the repair service form from www autel com and fill in the form The following information must be included Contact name Return address Telephone number Product...

Page 112: ...ili Nanshan Shenzhen 518055 China Other Services You can purchase the optional accessories directly from Autel s authorized tool suppliers and or your local distributor or agent Your purchase order should include the following information Contact information Product or part name Item description Purchase quantity ...

Page 113: ...nd receiver Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help 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 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the ...

Page 114: ...mum value This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits human proximity to antenna should be minimized ...

Page 115: ...he above limitations may not apply to you This warranty does not apply to a Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions accident mishandling neglect unauthorized alteration misuse improper installation or repair or improper storage b Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed altered or defaced c Damage from exposure to excessive temperatures or extre...

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