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Important Safety Instruction

Accessory Checklist

Copyright Information

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may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, 
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Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liabilities

All  information,  specifications  and  illustrations  in  this  publication  are  based  on  the  latest 
information  available  at  the  time  of  printing.  Launch  reserves  the  right  to  make  changes  at 
any time without prior notice.

Safety Instructions

Before using this test equipment, please read the following safety information carefully.

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Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.

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Wear an ANSI-approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles.

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The  vehicle  shall  be  tested  in  a  well

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ventilated  work  area,  as  engines  produce  various 

poisonous compounds (hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, etc.)

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Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is 

running.

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Put  blocks  in  front  of  the  drive  wheels  and  never  leave  the  vehicle  unattended  while 

testing.

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Do not drive the vehicle and operate the test equipment at the same time. Any distraction 

may cause an accident.

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Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from all moving or hot engine 

parts.

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Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for chemical, gasoline and electrical fires nearby.

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Before  starting  the  engine,  put  the  gear  lever  in  NEUTRAL  (for  manual  transmission)  or 
PARK (for automatic transmission) to avoid injury.

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To  avoid  damaging  the  test  equipment  or  generating  false  data,  please  make  sure  the 

vehicle  battery  is  fully  charged  and  the  connection  to  the  vehicle  DLC  (Data  Link 
Connector) is clear and secure.

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Automotive  batteries  contain  sulfuric  acid  that  is  harmful  to  skin.  In  operation,  direct 

contact with the automotive batteries should be avoided. Keep the ignition sources away 
from the battery at all times.

X-431 Throttle III Tablet

VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface)

The  tablet  acts  as  the  central  processing  system,  which  is  used  to  receive  and  analyze  the 
live vehicle data from the SmartLink C device and then output the test result.

The SmartLink C device works as a VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) device, which is 
used  to  obtain  vehicle  data,  and  then  send  it  to  the  tablet  for  analysis  via  WiFi  /  BT  /  USB 
communication.

        Warning: The SmartLink C device obtains power through the vehicle’s DLC port, and it is 
prohibited to connect to an external DC power supply. No responsibility can be assumed for any 
damage or loss caused as a result of not strictly following the above method.

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X-431 Throttle III Tablet

A tablet for showing
 test results.

SmartLink C Device 

A VCI device for accessing 
vehicle data.

Private & Confidential Paper

A piece of paper bearing 
Product S/N and Verification 
Code, which is required for 
your VCI activation.

Non-16pin Connector Kit

(Optional, For detailed non-
16pin connectors, please 
check the package box)

O2-1 Scope Box Kit

(For detailed accessories, 
please check the package 
box)

For  different  product  configurations,  the  accessories  may  vary.  For  detailed  accessory 
items, please consult from the local agency or check the packing list supplied with this tool 
together. 

Quick Start Guide

Power Adapter

To supply power to the tablet 
through connection to AC 
outlet.

Type A to Type B Data Cable

Connects the tablet to the VCI 
device or add-on module 
(such as Scope Box).

Type A to Type C USB Cable

Connects the tablet to the PC 
for data exchange.

OBD I Adapter Cable

An adapter cable for 
connecting non-16 pin 
connector.

Cigarette Lighter Cable

To supply power to the non-
16pin connector via vehicle’s 
cigarette lighter receptacle.

Battery Clamps Cable

To supply power to the non-
16pin connector via vehicle’s  
battery.

HDMI Cable

To mirror the tablet screen 
onto an external projector or 
monitor with HD interface.

Front Camera

Handgrip

Charging LED

HDMI-Out Port

Type-A USB Port

Memory Card Slot

Type-C USB Port

DC-IN Port

Microphone

 13.3" IPS Touch Screen

Camera Flash

Microphone

POWER Button

3.97 Inch Touch Screen

OBD-16 Diagnostic Connector

LAN/WAN Port

DC-IN Port

Data I/O Port

Volume Buttons

Rear Camera

Audio Speaker

Foldable Stand 

Audio Speaker

(Red means Charging, and 
Green means Fully Charged.)

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Flip out it to any angle and work comfortable 

at your desk, or hang it on steering wheel.

Ambient Light Sensor

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