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NT200 OBDII/EOBD Code Reader User’s Guide_English Version_V1.10 

3. Using This Manual 

We provide instructions for the usage of your code reader in this 

manual.   

Below is a list of conventions we used in the manual. 
Safety Information 

See 

Safety Information

 on page 5-6. 

Bold Text 

Bold  emphasis  is  used  in  procedures  to  highlight  selectable 

items such as buttons and menu options. 

Example: 

Use the SCROLL key to select the desired measurement unit.               
Bold-Italic Text 

Bold-italic text is used in the procedures to highlight the menus 

on the code reader screen. 

Example: 

Use  the  SCROLL  key  to  select  Language  from 

System 

Setup

 screen.   

Symbols and Icons 

√ Check Note 

Additional  information  about  the  subject  in  the  preceding 

paragraph is introduced by a √ Check Note. 

Example: 

√  The  code  reader  is  set  to  display  English  menus  by 

default. 

● Solid Spot 

Operation tips and lists that apply to specific tool are introduced 

by a solid spot ●. 

Example: 

System Setup

 allows you to: 

● Select menu languages. 

● Change measurement unit.   

● Adjust display contrast. 

IMPORTANT 
IMPORTANT  indicates  a  situation  which,  if  not  avoided,  may 

result in damage to the test equipment or vehicle. 

Example: 

IMPORTANT  Do  not  soak  keypad  as  water  might  find  its 

way into the code reader. 

Summary of Contents for NT200

Page 1: ...ety Instructions 5 3 Using This Manual 7 4 Introduction 8 4 1 About OBDII EOBD 8 4 2 About the Code Reader 11 5 OBDII EOBD Diagnosis 16 5 1 Reading DTCs 17 5 2 Clearing DTCs 18 5 3 Viewing Datastream...

Page 2: ...lowing conditions are applicable a The product has been subjected to abnormal use abnormal conditions improper storage exposure to moisture or dampness unauthorized modifications unauthorized repair m...

Page 3: ...under the terms and conditions of this limited warranty the customer will be notified and given an estimate of the charges the customer must pay to have the product repaired with all shipping charges...

Page 4: ...D WARRANTY OR LOSS OF USE DURING THE PERIOD THAT THE PRODUCT IS BEING REPAIRED 6 Some states do not allow limitation of how long an implied warranty lasts so the one year warranty limitation may not a...

Page 5: ...ipment damage Below are signal words we used to indicate the hazard level in a condition No Signal Word Hazard Level 1 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in d...

Page 6: ...battery and fuel fuel vapors as they are highly flammable Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical and electrical fires in work area Always be aware of rotating parts that...

Page 7: ...ight the menus on the code reader screen Example Use the SCROLL key to select Language from System Setup screen Symbols and Icons Check Note Additional information about the subject in the preceding p...

Page 8: ...ted Example Arrow Icon An arrow icon indicates a procedure Example To change menu language 1 Use the SCROLL key to select Language from System Setup screen 2 Press the YES NO key to confirm 4 Introduc...

Page 9: ...BDII standard specifies A generic diagnostic port Data Link Connector and its pinout The protocols and the messaging format A standard list of vehicle parameters identifications A standard list of dia...

Page 10: ...are faults stored by vehicle computers when problems that affect engine performance and emissions are detected DTCs are used to help identify the cause of a trouble or troubles with a vehicle and det...

Page 11: ...S NO Key confirms an action or returns to previous screen or level D SCROLL Key moves selection up or down Also press it to enter system setup menu from home screen E USB Port provides a USB connectio...

Page 12: ...Temperature 0 to 60 32 to 140 3 Storage Temperature 20 to 70 4 to 158 4 Power 8 18 Volts powered by vehicle battery 5 Dimensions L W H 120 75 20mm 4 7 2 96 0 78in 6 Weight 300g Display Indicators Bel...

Page 13: ...nge measurement unit Adjust display contrast System Setup settings remain until change to the existing setups are made To do system setup 1 Press the SCROLL key to enter System Setup from home screen...

Page 14: ...easurement Unit Metric is the default measurement unit To change measurement unit 1 Use the SCROLL key to select Measurement Unit from System Setup screen 2 Press the YES NO key to confirm 3 Use the S...

Page 15: ...System Setup screen 2 Press the YES NO key to confirm 3 Use the SCROLL key to adjust contrast 4 Press the YES NO key to save contrast setting and return Exiting System Setup To quit system setup 1 Use...

Page 16: ...the vehicle a Communication Error message displays Make sure the OBDII connector is securely attached and the ignition key is on Turn vehicle key to off for 10 seconds then on If problem still exists...

Page 17: ...a vehicle and pending codes from the vehicle s control modules When emission related or drivability fault occurs the control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp MIL Pending Codes are als...

Page 18: ...Other 5 Press the YES NO key to return to Diagnostic Menu screen 5 2 Clearing DTCs The Clear Codes function is used to delete DTCs and I M Readiness data from vehicle s control module s It may also e...

Page 19: ...to be cleared use the SCROLL key to select YES and press the YES NO key If codes and test data not to be deleted select NO and a Command Cancelled message displays prompting to press any key to retur...

Page 20: ...der Use the SCROLL key when more than one screen of information is retrieved Some vehicle may not support this function and a Not Support This Function message display 4 Press the YES NO key to return...

Page 21: ...t This Function message display 4 Press the YES NO key to return to Diagnostic Menu 5 5 Reading I M Readiness Status Data The I M Readiness function is used to view a snapshot of the operations for th...

Page 22: ...the current drive cycle Below is a list of abbreviations and names of OBD II monitors supported by the code reader No Abbreviation Name 1 Misfire Monitor Misfire Monitor 2 Fuel System Mon Fuel System...

Page 23: ...screen Use the SCROLL key to select a monitor type and press the YES NO key to confirm 3 Depending on readiness test one of these 2 screens will be present Or Diagnostic Menu I M Readiness Vehicle Inf...

Page 24: ...alibration verification numbers CVN s and in use performance tracking on model year 2000 and newer OBD II compliant vehicles CVNs are calculated values required by OBD II regulations They are reported...

Page 25: ...message display 4 Use the SCROLL key to select an available item from Vehicle Information screen 5 Press the YES NO key to view retrieved information 6 Press the YES NO key return NOTE Not all data i...

Page 26: ...be updated to keep you stay current with the latest development of diagnosis The update of NT200 consists of two parts program upgrade and DTC upgrade To update the code reader you need following too...

Page 27: ...ogram 1 Download the update tool and update files from our website and save the applications and files in computer disk 2 Unzip the update tool file Follow instructions on computer screen to install t...

Page 28: ...good electrical connection Check NT200 s OBDII connector for bent or broken pins Make sure the vehicle is OBDII EOBD compliant Cycle the vehicle key to OFF for 10s and then back to ON Verify battery...

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