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Next Generation Diagnostic Platform i70 ET6742 User's Manual V1.01
3.1 Powering up the Scanner
Before using the i70 ET6742 applications (including updating the scanner),
please make sure to provide power to the scanner.
The unit operates on any of the following sources:
●
Internal Battery Pack
●
Vehicle Power
●
External Power Supply
3.1.1 Internal Battery Pack
The tablet scanner can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery.
The fully charged battery is capable of providing power for 5 hours of
continuous operation.
NOTE
Please turn off the tablet to save power when not use.
3.1.2 Vehicle Power
When the tablet is connected to a vehicle via the diagnostic cable, the tablet
scanner automatically receives power from the vehicle.
To connect to vehicle power:
1.
Locate the data link connector (DLC). The DLC is generally located under
the dash on the driver side of the vehicle.
2.
Attached the diagnostic cable to the scanner and tighten the captive
screws to ensure good connection.
3.
Connect a correct adapter to the data cable according to the vehicle being
serviced and plug it into the vehicle DLC.
4.
Switch the ignition key to the ON position.
5.
The scanner automatically boots up.
3.1.3 External Power Supply
The tablet can also be powered from a wall socket using the USB charging
adapter. The tablet also charges its internal battery pack through USB
Type-C cable.
