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Hardware Manual

Summary of Contents for VMM

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Page 2: ...lutions Ltd or their respective owners Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company Copyright Information VMM Hardware Manual 2005 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved The information specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of printing Ford Motor Company reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice ...

Page 3: ... TROUBLESHOOTING 11 VMM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 12 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 13 CLEANING THE VMM 13 CARE OF CABLES 13 VEHICLE INTERFACE CABLES 13 SUPPORT INSTRUCTIONS 14 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR VMM HARDWARE 15 VMM HARDWARE MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 18 CANADIAN TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR VMM HARDWARE 20 CANADIAN VMM HARDWARE MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDIT...

Page 4: ... Computer PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association Expansion card form fa POST Power On Self Test SW Software TIS Technical Information Support Hotline USB Universal Serial Bus VCM Vehicle Communication Module VMM Vehicle Measurement Module ...

Page 5: ...ic cover for the PCMCIA expansion slot which can for example be used for wireless LAN cards or memory expansion The VMM device contains four LED status indicators to provide the user with a visual mode of operation for the VMM and host device The VMM also has detachable cables for connection to industry standard high speed host interfaces as well as to the vehicle under test T ...

Page 6: ...d is not avoided Proper Installation and Use of this Equipment This equipment has been designed manufactured and tested to meet the requirements of international safety standards however like any apparatus care must be taken in its installation and use DO NOT allow cables connected to this equipment to be positioned where they can be trapped snagged stretched across sharp edges or create any poten...

Page 7: ...sed by trained personnel WARNING If the VMM is being used in a moving vehicle ensure that the VMM and cables do not distract or interfere with the driver or form a hazard in any way DO use this equipment in accordance with the operating procedures CAUTION Use of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the protection provided by this equipment CAUTION Do ensure that ...

Page 8: ...he VMM is powered off CAUTION Assurance must be obtained from the manufacturers and suppliers of such equipment that interfaces comply with the requirements for SELV circuits in accordance with IEC 1010 EN 61010 DO NOT remove any fixed covers unless you are authorized qualified to do so for the preparation of this equipment DO NOT obstruct the ventilation of this equipment Obstruction can cause ov...

Page 9: ...trical power supply to this and other connected equipment Pollution Degree 2 Normally only non conductive pollution occurs Occasionally a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected Installation Category 2 Local level appliances portable equipment etc with smaller transient over voltages than Installation Category 3 Over voltage Category The measurements section of the VMM is de...

Page 10: ...et cables hang over edge of table bench or counter or come in contact with hot manifolds or moving fan blades 5 Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled 6 Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use Never use the cord to pull the plug from the outlet Grasp plug and pull to disconnect 7 Let equipment cool completely before putting awa...

Page 11: ...WHEN USING GARAGE EQUIPMENT Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE ENSURE ALL VMM OPERATORS READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE EQUIPMENT ...

Page 12: ...rs allow the user to visually observe the operation of the VMM Refer to Fig A for the location of the LED status indicators on the VMM T LED 4 AMBER Host Link Activity LED 3 GREEN Critical Access LED 2 RED Power POST LED 1 GREEN Heart beat Under temperature Over temperature Fig A LED Location within the VMM ...

Page 13: ...failure A permanently lit Red LED indicates no failures The Critical Access LED LED3 flashes during critical VMM activity such as Flash Memory access The VMM power source must not be removed while this LED is flashing The Host Link Activity LED LED4 flashes whenever Host packets are being transferred similar to the LED LAN indicator used on PC Ethernet port connector between the VMM and PC The LED...

Page 14: ...e cables do not have any bent broken missing or dirty corroded cable connector pins Make sure that the VMM unit does not have any bent broken missing or dirty corroded connector pins Make sure the VMM is powered from the vehicles battery Verify battery voltage from the vehicle to the VMM is sufficient 12 V nominal If the VMM fails to power On after making all the checks above contact the Ford Tech...

Page 15: ...attery cable Enclosure Magnesium service bay fluid resistant 1m freefall impact resistant Dimensions H 73mm 2 9in W 160mm 6 3in L 180mm 7in Weight 1400g 3 1lb without cables Environmental Operating 20ºC to 50ºC 4ºF to 122ºF at 15 to 95 RH non condensing Storage 20ºC to 60ºC 4ºF to 140ºF at 15 to 95 RH non condensing Standards Regulatory Compliances The VMM fulfils the requirements of the CE markin...

Page 16: ...ying out maintenance cleaning operations see Care Maintenance section Use only a well diluted mild non abrasive cleaning agent applied using a soft lint free cloth DO NOT use or apply undiluted cleaning agent directly to the equipment surface and do not soak the cloth Take care that cleaning fluid does not enter connector receptacles Care of Cables It is good practice to always return the cables a...

Page 17: ...tact the Ford Technical Information Support for assistance For U S Ford Dealership support information see www fmcdealer com For Canadian Ford Dealership support information see www inford com For non Ford Dealerships support information is available at www motorcraftservice com 0 I ...

Page 18: ...eemed to have accepted Equipment upon Seller s delivery Equipment shall be deemed to have been delivered in good condition unless Buyer gives Seller notice to the contrary within 10 days after Seller s delivery Seller is not responsible for performance of hardware or software in conjunction with any host platform or any impact on existing equipment or software a Delays Seller shall not be liable f...

Page 19: ...ll documents deemed necessary by Seller to protect Seller s security interest in the Equipment until the purchase price has been paid in full Unless Buyer is in default under the terms and conditions of this Agreement Buyer may retain possession of the Equipment and use it in any lawful manner not inconsistent with the terms and conditions of this Agreement 10 Maintenance Until all amounts due her...

Page 20: ...to which Seller may be entitled 14 Termination for Convenience If Buyer notifies Seller that it wishes to terminate any order or this Agreement for its convenience and Seller accepts such termination Seller will stop all work as promptly as reasonably possible but Buyer shall be responsible for a a termination charge equal to 10 of the purchase price of the Equipment prior to shipment of the Equip...

Page 21: ...ge to malfunctioning inoperability or improper operation of the Equipment caused by resulting from or attributable to A abuse misuse or tampering B alteration modification or adjustment of the Equipment by other than Hardware Manufacturer s authorized representatives C installation repair or maintenance other than specified operator maintenance of the Equipment or related equipment attachments per...

Page 22: ...ovided for diagnosing communications issues between the Equipment and any host platform This Warranty does not cover and separate charges for parts labor and related expenses shall apply to any damage to malfunctioning inoperability or improper operation of the Equipment caused by resulting from or attributable to A abuse misuse or tampering B alteration modification or adjustment of the Equipment...

Page 23: ...5 1 Payment and Terms of Payment a If Buyer has requested and Ford Motor Company Seller agrees to sell under the Dealer Open Account payment plan then Buyer shall pay the Total Cash Price shown on the Order Form b If Buyer has requested the Installment Plan in Part II of the Order Form and Seller agrees to sell pursuant to such Plan then Buyer shall pay the Total Cash Price and any interest thereo...

Page 24: ...S BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES 7 Freight and Taxes Freight costs and applicable taxes will be added to the final invoice and will be borne by Buyer Import and export duties VATS and taxes are the responsibility of the Buyer When billed to Buyer all duties VATS and taxes will be included in the invoice 8 Security Interest Until all amounts due hereunder are paid Buyer hereby gran...

Page 25: ...ered by insurance shall in all cases be payable to Seller and Buyer as their interests may appear If Buyer fails to insure the Equipment as herein provided Seller may but is not obligated to place such insurance upon the Equipment and the Buyer agrees to pay to Seller on demand the premiums for such insurance placed by Seller In no event shall any insurance coverage be deemed to limit or replace B...

Page 26: ...ies and consumables except as otherwise provided herein are also warranted for Two Years from the date of original invoice to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use Warranty does not apply to equipment leads probes cables pick ups adapters supplies and consumables and all other attachments that fail due to negligence abuse or uses other than those applications for which ...

Page 27: ...s and related supplies or consumables including without limitation filters printer paper printer ribbons and calibration gases NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED Hardware Manufacturer s obligations under this warran...

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