
General Information
Powering the Diagnostic Tool
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Connectors and jacks for data communication cables and the AC power supply are
located on the top of the diagnostic tool.
Figure 2-3
Top view
1— Battery Status Indicator LED
2— Power Supply Jack
- AC power supply connection
3— Scope/Multimeter Jacks -
Scope and multimeter lead connections
4— Mini USB Jack
- USB cable connection used to transfer saved data files to a
personal computer
5— Micro secure digital (uSD) Card -
contains operating system programming.
IMPORTANT The uSD card must be installed for the diagnostic tool to
operate. Do not remove the uSD card while the diagnostic tool is powered
on.
6— Data Cable Connector
- Data cable connection used to connect the diagnostic
tool to a vehicle data link connector (DLC)
2.2 Powering the Diagnostic Tool
Your diagnostic tool can receive power from any of the following sources:
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2.2.1 Vehicle Power
The diagnostic tool is designed to be powered from the vehicle. All OBD-II/EOBD
vehicles have vehicle battery power (B+) available on the data link connector
(DLC). The diagnostic tool is powered through the Data Cable when connected to
the vehicle DLC.
A green LED indicator on the DLC end of the data cable, illuminates when power is
being supplied to the cable. If the LED fails to illuminate, check that the data cable
is properly connected and then check the DLC power circuit. See
for additional data cable information.
An optional power cable is required when testing non-OBD-II/EOBD or models that
do not have vehicle battery power (B+) available on the DLC. Contact your sales
representative for availability.
IMPORTANT
Never connect the optional power cable to the power supply input jack
on the diagnostic tool when the diagnostic tool is communicating with a
vehicle.
2.2.2 Internal Battery Pack
The diagnostic tool can be powered from the internal rechargeable battery pack. A
fully charged battery pack provides sufficient power for about 3 hours of continuous
operation. For battery pack removal and installation instructions see,
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Battery Pack Charging
Battery charging occurs whenever the data cable is connected to a vehicle DLC.
Battery charging also occurs when the AC power supply is connected to a live AC
power source, and connected to the diagnostic tool. Use the supplied AC power
supply to charge the battery pack.
Insert the end of the AC power supply cable into the diagnostic too power supply
jack, then connect the AC power supply to an approved AC power source.
IMPORTANT
Only use the supplied AC power supply. Never connect the power supply
to the diagnostic tool when the tool is communicating with a vehicle.