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GLOSSARY
Code
A numerical code or an alphanumerical code, generated by the
vehicle control system to indicate that a fault has occurred in a
particular sub-system, circuit or component.
Codes & Data
The test mode that displays trouble codes and engine computer
data parameters for those vehicles that transmit ECU data.
Not all Cartridges support
“
Codes & Data
”
, some Cartridges will
have menu items such as,
“
Service Codes
”
or
“
Data (No Codes)
”
.
Cursor
The arrow that appears on menus and some other displays. In
most cases, the cursor moves as the thumbwheel is scrolled.
Fix
For vehicles that can transmit
“
Codes & Data
”
to lock up a single
line of the display in a fixed position on the display to prevent it
from scrolling. Data readings remain live while the parameter
categories are fixed.
Frame
One complete data package or transmission cycle from a vehicle
that provides control system operating parameters, (transmits
“
Codes & Data
”
).
Hold
For vehicles that transmit
“
Codes & Data
”
, to capture and hold
a single data frame for review and/or printing. Data readings,
(measured values) are locked at that frame, while the data
parameters and code lines can be scrolled. A data line may be
held while the selected lines are either fixed or released.
Movie
A vehicle data records up to 101 frames for vehicles that can
transmit
“
Codes & Data
”
.
Menu
A list of vehicle tests or programs which can be selected. Use
the thumbwheel to place the cursor at the desired function and
press
Y
to select that function.
Parameter
A measured value of a control system input or output operation.
Parameters include voltage signals, temperature, pressure,
speed and other data.
Release
To unlock a fixed line and allow it to scroll.
Screen
Any given four line display.
Scroll
To rotate the thumbwheel for menu selections and to view data.
NOTE:
Refer to the Reference Manuals for more information.
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GLOSSARY