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CPX-950

www.midtronicseurope.com

Midtronics BV Hoofdveste 6-8 3992DG Houten

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7 – Settings

7 – Settings

CPX-950

Version

Use to confirm technical information for internal tester software and hardware.

Config:

192-111338A

Firmware:

192-121342A

SFlash:

192-151343A

PFlash

192-151343A

EEPROM:

192-151344A

Build Date:

10/24/2017

Build Number:

9

Serial Number:

111788888

Mac ID

-

FCC ID

1AB234-ABCDEFGH12

Check for Updates 

Press the select button on the keypad to immediately check for software updates. It is possible 

to cancel an update during the first part of the update. A stable internet connection is needed to 

check for updates. 

Email Format

The default email that is used for sending test results can be changed here. Press ESC to cancel the 

changes, press SAVE to save the changed email address. 

Shop Settings

Shop Info

Use to enter information about the shop in which the tester will be used.

Shop Name

Country

Shop Address

Phone Number

Shop Address 2

Email Address

City

Website

State

(Blank)

Zipcode

(Blank)

Country

(Blank)

Phone Number

(Blank)

Email Address

(Blank)

Website

(Blank)

With the displayed alphanumeric keypad, use 



 to highlight the desired alphanumeric 

character.

Select 

 to access the lower case and symbol character maps.

Once all of the alphanumeric characters have been entered, select Save or Esc to exit without saving.

Settings 

Use Setup to setup and adjust the tester display and time, shop and 

administrative settings, network connectivity. 

, and BMIS settings.

Tool

Display

Language

Use 

 or 

 to select the analyzer default standard language.  Use 

 to 

return to the Display menu.

Temperature 

Units

Use 

 or 

 to select the default temperature units (Fahrenheit/Celsius) used 

when measuring battery temperature.

Number 

Separator

Use 

 or 

 to select the default number display using commas or periods 

separators.

Date & Time

Date Format

Use 

 or 

 to select Month/Day/Year,  Day/Month/Year, or Year/Day/

Month.  

Date Format

MM/DD/YYYY

DD/MM/YYYY

Date

Date can be set at Midtronics Service Partners when the button cell battery 
was replaced.  The button cell is designed for the same service life duration 
as EXP. 

Time Format

Use 

 or 

 to select AM/PM or 24 Hour Format.

Time

Use 

 or 

 to advance the hours, minutes, and AM/PM setting.  Use 

 or 

 to advance left or right and move to Cancel or OK.  Select OK to save the 

time or Cancel to exit without saving.  

7 – Settings

Summary of Contents for CPX-950 EU

Page 1: ...CPX 950 EU Battery Electrical Diagnostic Analyzer For 12 volt automotive batteries and 24V systems User Manual JUN 2019 167 000929EN A ...

Page 2: ...Main Menu Icons 7 Inspecting the Battery 7 Testing Under Hood or Under Seat 8 System Test 8 2 12V Battery 9 3 24V System 11 Battery Test 11 Generate Pair 12 In Vehicle test 24V System Test 14 System Test Results 14 14 5 History 16 6 Messages 17 Message Types 17 7 Settings 18 Tool 18 Display 18 Date Time 18 Version 19 Check for Updates 19 Email Format 19 Shop Info 19 ...

Page 3: ...ear proper safety glasses or face shield when working with or around batteries 9 9 Keep hair hands and clothing as well as the analyzer cords and cables away from moving engine parts 9 9 Remove any jewelry or watches before you start servicing the battery 9 9 Use caution when working with metallic tools to prevent sparks or short circuits 9 9 Never lean over a battery when testing charging or jump...

Page 4: ...on icseurope com eula Before starting the use of your tool read this EULA By using the tool you agree to having read understood and agreed to the contents of our EULA 3 Next you are requested to add your preferred date setting MMDDYYYY or DDMMYYYY and the time setting 24 hour or AM PM and the actual time The date can only be changed by Midtronics service centers 4 Next up a WiFi connection can be ...

Page 5: ... connections Repair or replace them as needed Corrosion on the battery terminals and dirt or acid on the case top Clean the case and termi nals using a wire brush and a mixture of water and baking soda Low electrolyte level If the electrolyte level is too low add distilled water to fill up to above the top of the plates and fully charge the battery Do not overfill Corroded or loose battery tray an...

Page 6: ...irst select whether you wish to perform a battery test or generate a battery pair For generate pair test instructions see next page 2 Connect to the first battery 3 Battery Test Setup Edit the displayed battery information Battery Type SLI AGM Number of Batteries 1 2 Battery Units EN SAE IEC DIN EN2 JIS Battery Rating Hold down or to increase scrolling speed VIN Insert the last 5 number of the Veh...

Page 7: ...onal Rating Description Range EN European Norms The battery is required to meet a voltage of 7 5V after 10 seconds 100 to 3000 SAE Society of Automotive Engineers norm The test specifies that the battery at a temperature of 18 C will deliver a current equal to the Cold Cranking Amps for 30 seconds with the voltage staying above 7 2 volts 100 to 3000 IEC International Electrotechnical Commission no...

Page 8: ...he alternator output again 5 When prompted Idle the engine and and select Next 6 Turn on the high beam headlights and ventilation blower 7 Select Next The analyzer tests the alternator output 8 When prompted rev and hold the engine to between 1000 to 1250 rpm The analyzer tests the alternator output again 9 When prompted Idle the engine turn off loads then turn off ingition and select Next 10 If a...

Page 9: ... An important action cannot be performed and may require user action Notifications Indicates an action has been performed or data has been sent 6 Messages History Use History to access the tool usage history a vehicle history based on VIN and by test result decisions Press to return to the previous screen select options and when necessary O to enter or continue to the next step Use BACK to return ...

Page 10: ...te Blank With the displayed alphanumeric keypad use to highlight the desired alphanumeric character Select to access the lower case and symbol character maps Once all of the alphanumeric characters have been entered select Save or Esc to exit without saving Settings Use Setup to setup and adjust the tester display and time shop and administrative settings network connectivity and BMIS settings Too...

Page 11: ...ircuit with a simple test The test requires an ohmmeter and a wire or paper clip if the ohmmeter probes are too large to insert into the pin holes You will also need to a pencil or plastic marker to keep the clamp jaws apart Test Procedure You are testing the continuity of the following end points The positive RED clamp jaw without teeth and its corresponding pin hole The positive RED clamp jaw wi...

Page 12: ...face down 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw securing the door to the battery compartment Battery Cover Screw 3 Lift the door at the tab and place it aside 3 Touch the toothless jaw of the clamp with the other probe tip Wiggle the battery test cables The resistance reading should be less than 1Ω 4 Repeat the test for the TEETH side of the circuit this time touching the jaw with teeth...

Page 13: ...low reserve capacity performance Low reserve capacity will compromise the battery s ability to provide power to the vehicle and hold a charge over time Check the starting and charging systems for causes of low charge Charge and Retest The battery shows low charge and low reserve capacity performance Low reserve capacity will compromise the battery s ability to provide power to the vehicle and hold...

Page 14: ... the manufacturer specifications for the correct limit which may vary by vehicle type Decision Cranking Health Reserve Capacity SOH Message Good Battery Good No Test The battery shows good cranking performance Test the battery again at next service opportunity Good Recharge Good Recharge The battery shows good cranking performance but low charge Fully charge the battery for optimal performance and...

Page 15: ...r or replace the unit with a re manufactured unit This limited warranty applies only to Midtronics battery testers and does not cover any other equipment static damage water damage overvoltage dropping the unit or damage resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse Midtronics is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this warranty The warranty is void if ow...

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