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To resume data collection (after pausing):
•
Select the
Start
icon
.
The screen changes back to display data (
).
A vertical gray cursor is displayed on all PIDs, indicating where the data was
paused (
).
Figure 6-33
6.4.7 Saving Data Files
Saving data is useful when trying to isolate an intermittent problem or to verify a
repair. During normal operation, data from the vehicle’s ECM is continuously being
stored in buffer memory as it is displayed onscreen. Selecting
Save
writes stored
buffer memory to a file.
NOTE
The Save icon performs the same function as “Save Movie” function choice
for the programmable Shortcut button, see
page 140 for details.
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To save data:
While capturing or reviewing data, select the
Save
icon.
An onscreen message is displayed to indicate the data file is being saved
(
).
Figure 6-34
Save dialog box
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To view saved data (on the diagnostic tool):
The saved file can be viewed by selecting
Previous Vehicles and Data
>
View Saved Data
. See
for basic navigation.
1.
Select the desired data file (.SCM file extension).
2.
Change the view type and zoom levels as needed.
3.
In graph view, use the control icons to move through the data (
).
Toolbar control icons are described in
and
The blue (vertical cursor) (
) indicates your position in the data and
is denoted by the current position value (
) in the counter display.
The cursor displays in all PIDs.