X-431 TOP User`s Manual
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1. 33 X 431TOP Technical Parameter 34 Usage Parameter 34 Oscilloscope Technical Parameter 34 Ignition Analysis Parameter 34 Sensor Test Technical Parameter 34 Bluetooth Technical Parameter 35 Safety Requirement 35 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 1 Safety Precautions Precautions on Operation Please read the instruction before operation Do not collide in operation Be careful when it is connected with the main cable and the diagnosis socket Tighten the screw fastener and avoid disconnecting or destroying the interface Handle with care Avoid collision Unplug the power after operation Hold the connector when plugging or unplugging it Do not pull the cable for unplugging Safety Precautions Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid that is harmful to skin In operation direct contact with the automotive batteries should be avoided Pay attention not to splash the sulfuric acid into eyes Keep ignition sources away from the battery at all times Engines produce various poisonous compounds hydrocarbon carbon monoxide azote oxid etc which should be avoided Avoid contacting high temperature assembly such as water tank and vent pipe as the temperature of the running engine is very high Before starting engine put the speed lever in t2. DEC to increase or decrease the signal X axial Click IN or OUT to zoom in or zoom out the proportion of X axial Y axial Click IN or OUT to zoom in or zoom out the proportion of Y axial MOVE Click UP DOWN RIGHT or LEFT to move the waveform Vehicle sensor Figure 3 33 The function of vehicle sensor includes vehicle multimeter and simulation function Connection Description Figure 3 34 Connection illustration for vehicle sensor 1 X 431TOP terminal 2 sensor test cable 3 test probe 4 battery cable w two clips Connect the sensor test cable to the 25PIN port of X 431TOP terminal Connect the power supply to the DC port of X 431TOP terminal NOTE 1 From cigar lighter insert one end of the cigar lighter cable into the lighter socket LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 23 in vehicle and connect the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP Terminal 2 From double clip power cable connect one end of the double clip power cable to the positive amp negative battery and the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP terminal Make sure to connect correct ends 3 From power patch cord connect one end of the power patch cord to the 100 240V AC socket and the other end to the jack of the on off power And connect the power jack to the DC power connector Vehicle Multimeter In the interface as shown in Figure 3 35 voltage resistance and fre
3. 15 Ignition Analysis 17 Distributor Ignition Analysis 17 Independent Ignition 18 Simultaneous Ignition 19 Display and Analysis Mode of Waveform 19 Vehicle sensor 22 Connection Description 22 Vehicle Multimeter 23 Simulation Function 23 Frequency Simulation 23 Predefined Waveform 24 Hand draw Waveform 24 Precautions on Checking Vehicle Sensor 25 Vehicle Autobase 25 Update of diagnostic Software 27 User Registration 27 Fill in Product Information 27 Fill User Information 28 Software Update 28 Member Login 28 Software Download 29 Software Purchase and Update 31 FAQ 32 Top Ten Questions 32 Maintenance
4. Figure 4 05 Note Only the registered user can download and update the software Software Update Member Login The user becomes the registered member after registration Member can login to the website by filling username password and user type in the interface as shown in Figure 4 01 Note the common users may choose CUSTOMER as user type If the dealer and the branch want to login to the website please use the user information given by LAUNCH head office After login successfully the screen will display the interface as shown in Figure 4 06 The default interface is download center interface Figure 4 06 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 29 Download Center refer to software download Purchase Center amp Update center refer to software purchase and update Member Information to display and renew the current member information Product Registration to register newly purchased product Order Information to check or cancel the unpaid order Renew Password to renew password after entering the right old password Awarded for complaint if user meet some trouble during the operation he can provide feedback to LAUNCH Effective complaint will be awarded by LAUNCH Logout to exit the registration Software Download After login successfully the screen will enter the download center interface See Figure 4 07 Registered user can download the software that installed in the dow
5. installed from the installation disk Question How to update X431 TOP diagnostic software Answer X431TOP diagnostic software is inbuilt in the operation software If there is a need to update please operate as following A Login to www x431 com with username and password B Click Download Center and download the desired diagnostic software in one folder of your PC C Run X431TOP software click Set Software Update select the desired diagnostic software in Source Directory D Click Update After the screen display Update successful exit the program Question Why is there no CANBUSII connector in X431TOP package box Answer CANBUSII connector is inbuilt in X431TOP terminal Universal OBDII 16 BMW 16 Toyoya 16 OBD 16C and Zhonghua 16 are integrated into universal obdII 16 Please select Universal OBDII 16 connector for 16 pin Maintenance Store the X 431 on a flat and dry place with suitable temperature Never put the X 431 in direct sunlight or near the heating source Prevent smoke water and oil from entering the X 431 Avoid shock dust moisture and extremely high temperature Do not disassemble the main unit Clean the outside surface and screen with soft cloth that is dipped with a little water if the main unit is dirty This should be done after the machine is turned off and the power cable is removed Periodically turn on the X 431 main unit if it is not operated for
6. Figure 3 26 shows the single cylinder pattern The ignition primary single cylinder pattern test is mainly used to a Analyze the ignition dwell angle of single cylinder b Analyze the capability of ignition coil and primary high tension circuit c Find the improper mixture A F ratio of single cylinder d Analyze the capability of capacitance e Find the spark plug that causes the misfire of cylinder Figure 3 26 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 21 Raster Pattern Figure 3 27 Figure 3 27 shows the raster pattern With the raster pattern it is very convenient to analyze the dwell angle and opening angle of each cylinder and the working state of each cylinder spark plug Parade Pattern Figure 3 28 shows the parade pattern This test can provide the valuable information about combustion quality state of each casing Figure 3 28 Bar Graph Figure 3 29 shows the bar graph Figure 3 29 Overlap Pattern Figure 3 30 shows the overlap pattern Figure 3 30 Data Table Figure 3 31 shows the data table It displays the data of ignition breakdown voltage spark voltage spark time dwell angle and overlapping angle in data table LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 22 Figure 3 31 Display Waveform Adjustment Click adjust in ignition analysis menu distributor independent or simultaneous menu to enter the adjust interface See Figure 3 32 Figure 3 32 signal Click INC or
7. crest voltage and bottom voltage of the waveform in the right parameter setting section then click start X 431 TOP can output the waveform Attention It is ok to draw a periodic integrated waveform when it is outputted the system will consider the waveform in the draw section as a periodic one Users don t need to consider the crest amp bottom battery and period in the draw section Only need to set the crest amp bottom battery and period in the right parameter setting section Figure 3 39 to change the mouse to be a pencil with which users can draw waveforms to change the mouse to be circle which can be used as an eraser to clear the draw section to output the predefined waveform Users can refer to the predefined waveforms LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 25 Precautions on Checking Vehicle Sensor Hold the connector when plugging or unplugging it Do not pull the cable for unplugging At first check the fuse fusible line and connection port Then check others after eliminating these faults When measuring voltage the ignition switch should be turn on and the battery voltage should not be less than 11V When measuring voltage please shake the lead lightly in the vertical and level direction for much precision When checking if there is a fault of the line open circuit or not at first disconnect the CEU and the relevant sensor then measure the resistance among the ports of sensor in order to m
8. enter the interface as shown in Figure 4 15 Figure 4 15 Click purchase center to choose serial number and then tick in front of software number Figure 4 16 Take AUDI as an example click view behind AUDI and the screen will display the detailed information about the AUDI diagnostic software Figure 4 17 Click order to add the selected software to shopping cart See Figure 4 17 Figure 4 18 Click pay to buy the software The bought software will be automatically added to the user s download center Click clear to clear all the software in the shopping cart Click purchase other to buy other software See Figure 4 18 Note The operation for update center is the same as that for the purchase center Tick here Button for order Button for purchase LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 32 FAQ X 431TOP is a hi tech product With the development of modern automotive industry more and more new technology will be adopted and there may be questions during operation Read the user s manual to get the answer whenever you have any question or contact our Customer Service Center for help Top Ten Questions Here we list ten frequently asked questions and answers relating to X 431 TOP Question I can t use Vehicle Autobase after installing X431 TOP software on my PC What can I do Answer There is no need for Samsung Q1 to register for autobase If you want to install the main unit program
9. if any Customer shall observe strict obligations of confidentiality with respect to such information and shall use such information in compliance with any applicable terms and conditions upon which LAUNCH makes such information available Software Upgrades and Additional Copies For purposes of this Agreement Software shall include and the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall apply to computer programs including firmware as provided to Customer by LAUNCH or an authorized LAUNCH reseller and any upgrades updates bug fixes or modified versions thereto collectively Upgrades or backup copies of the Software licensed or provided to Customer by LAUNCH or an authorized LAUNCH reseller NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT 1 CUSTOMER HAS NO LICENSE OR RIGHT TO USE ANY ADDITIONAL COPIES OR UPGRADES UNLESS CUSTOMER AT THE TIME OF ACQUIRING SUCH COPY OR UPGRADE ALREADY HOLDS A VALID LICENSE TO THE ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND HAS PAID THE APPLICABLE FEE FOR THE UPGRADE OR ADDITIONAL COPIES 2 USE OF UPGRADES IS LIMITED TO LAUNCH EQUIPMENT FOR WHICH CUSTOMER IS THE ORIGINAL END USER PURCHASER OR LESSEE OR WHO OTHERWISE HOLDS A VALID LICENSE TO USE THE SOFTWARE WHICH IS BEING UPGRADED AND 3 THE MAKING AND USE OF ADDITIONAL COPIES IS LIMITED TO NECESSARY BACKUP PURPOSES ONLY Proprietary Notices Customer agrees to maintain and reproduce all copyright and other proprietary notices
10. off gridding Figure 3 09 shows other interface Click the column in the right to operate LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 16 Figure 3 09 Regulate the time base value time base the time value of each case level length Channel parameter setting Figure 3 10 shows the channel setting interface Channel the current setting channel is light Voltage the voltage value represented by vertical length of each case with regulation by add and decrease The regulation value is displayed in right down corner Ground the 0V voltage position of oscilloscope display with regulation by up and down Coupling mode AC DC and positive inverse DC coupling for measuring AC and DC signal AC coupling only let the signal of AC transit Note When the numerical value and cursor don t occur please choose the relevant channel display on the display setting Figure 3 10 Display mode setting with 7 display modes to be chosen See Figure 3 11 Figure 3 11 Calculate voltage and period of waveform Click measure in Figure 3 12 to enter Figure 3 12 Select the needed channel The currrent channel is light Item to select the needed item Time base and voltage can be measured Switch time base voltage and closed by clicking See Figure 3 13 Corase tuning to move 4 scales by a click Fine tuning to move 1 5 scale by a click LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 1
11. the other end to the jack of the on off power And connect the power jack to the DC power connector Figure 3 21 shows the independent ignition interface Figure 3 21 independent ignition Simultaneous Ignition The diagram of Simultaneous Ignition analysis is as same as the independent ignition s Refer to the independent ignition diagram Figure 3 22 shows the Simultaneous Ignition interface Figure 3 22 Simultaneous Ignition interface Display and Analysis Mode of Waveform X 431TOP provides 7 display modes single cylinder wave parade pattern raster pattern bar graph overlap pattern ladder pattern and data table These display modes are very convenient for uesrs to watch waveforms Click display in the underside and then the buttons of 7 display modes will occur The default LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 20 waveform is ladder pattern See Figure 3 23 Figure 3 23 Figure 3 24 shows the display interface of independent ignition and simultaneous ignition Figure 3 24 The number 1 2 3 4 5 represents the corresponding cylinder number Style the SINGLY CYL only displays waveforms of single cylinder The MULTI CYL displays waveforms of the current cylinder and other cylinder Waveform click DRAW STYLE to enter the interfaces below Ladder Pattern Ladder pattern is the default display mode of system See Figure 3 25 Figure 3 25 Single cylinder Pattern
12. the output voltage signal square wave signal standard output wave form signal of sensor and arbitrary wave form signal drawn by users Vehicle autobase Provide inquiry function for circuit diagram and sensor information for curent normal vehicle model Buttons Descriptions parameter setting Use this button to alter the current parameter to save the current result to check the saved test records to use this button for help when you meet trouble to confirm and execute to execute the currernt operation to return to the previous window to display the previous page Use this button when displaying all the content LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 13 with several pages to display the next page Use this button to display all the content having several pages to delete the chosen content to reset to print the current content Note The button will be highlighted when choosed When the button font is grey the button is disabled Function Introduction Vehicle Fault Diagnosis Connection Description Choose the correct port and then connect the vehicle socket to main cable and the main cable to X 431TOP Terminal See Figure 3 01 Figure 3 01 Connection illustration 1 to connect the vehicle diagnostic socket 2 diagnostic connector choose the corresponding connector according to the vehicle model 3 main cable 4 X 431TOP Terminal Interface Operation 1 The main menu of the vehicle faul
13. version is the latest version Click down icon and then click save on the pop up menu to save the file Click view to learn the detailed information of the version See Figure 4 09 Users can down the diagnostic program into the X 431TOP update Up to now the update software is downloaded completely Figure 4 09 Software Update Open the X 431TOP update folder and double click the icon The program will automatically check the downloaded update files including the download tool and the display program See Figure 4 10 Figure 4 10 Note If you want to install the program on your PC Bluetooth serial number must be required Refer to Chapter FAQ See Figure 4 11 Figure 4 11 After installation run X431TOP icon in X 431TOP update folder click Set and then select Update See Figure 4 12 Figure 4 12 The screen will pop up a menu See Figure 4 13 Figure 4 13 Select the program version for update and click Update icon It will start to update When the update is completed prompts will appear to notify successful update If the program version for update is not in the left on the above menu or if you want to add other model version you can click See Figure 4 14 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 31 Figure 4 14 Software Purchase and Update If users can t find the software that he needs users should buy the software in the purchase center Login to www X431 com then
14. 7 Figure 3 13 Figure 3 14 shows the interface of measuring voltage Figure 3 14 System sets parameter of itself and displays signal waveform clearly Click the key select the needed waveform of sensor and then click OK display Std waveform The waveform will be displayed at right After connecting oscilloscope diagnostic cable power calbe and GND cable correctly turn main unit on And then set correct parameters click RUN it will display waveforms Click RETURN to go back to main menu See Figure 1 02 Ignition Analysis Generally speaking diagnosis engine starts with ignition system Nowadays ignition system includes distributor and distributorless Distributorless includes independent ignition and simultaneous ignition See Figure 3 15 Figure 3 15 Distributor Ignition Analysis Connection description 1 Connect one end of the battery double clip to the battery for electricity and the other end to X 431TOP terminal DC port refers to X 431TOP terminal button and port description 2 Connect one end of the oscilloscope GND cable to X 431TOP terminal GND channel and the other end to the ground 3 Connect one end of cylinder signal clamp to the CH3 of X 431TOP terminal and the other end to one cylinder high tension cable 4 Connect one end of secondary signal cable to CH1 of X 431TOP and the other end to central high tension cable when testing secondary
15. LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual i Trademark Information LAUNCH is a registered trademark of LAUNCH TECH CO LTD LAUNCH for short in China and other countries All other LAUNCH trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names referred to in this manual are either trademarks registered trademarks service marks domain names logos company names of or are otherwise the property of LAUNCH or its affiliates In countries where any of the LAUNCH trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names are not registered LAUNCH claims other rights associated with unregistered trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names Other products or company names referred to in this manual may be trademarks of their respective owners You may not use any trademark service mark domain name logo or company name of LAUNCH or any third party without permission from the owner of the applicable trademark service mark domain name logo or company name You may contact LAUNCH by visiting Launch at http www cnlaunch com or writing to LAUNCH TECH CO LTD Launch Industrial Park North of Wuhe Avenue Banxuegang Bantian Longgang Shenzhen Guangdong P R China to request written permission to use Materials on this manual for purposes or for all other questions relating to this manual Copyright Information Copyright 2007 by LAUNCH TECH CO LTD All rights reserved No part o
16. R 1 Diagnose MITSUBISH12PIN 16PIN and 12 16PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 22 6 NISSAN 14 16 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose NISSAN14PIN and 16PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 21 7 HONDA 3 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose HONDA3PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 19 8 MAZDA 17 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose MAZDA17PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 13 9 KIA 20 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose KIA20PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 15 10 AUDI 4 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose AUDI4PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 16 11 BENZ 38 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose BENZ38PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 18 12 UNIVERSAL 3 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Read the flash code of the old model See Figure 1 24 13 BMW 20 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose BMW20PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 17 14 FIAT 3 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose FIAT3PIN diagnostic See LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 9 socket model Figure 1 05 15 GM VAZ 12 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose GM VAZ12PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 23 16 FORD 6 1 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose FORD6 1PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 09 17 UNIVERSAL 16 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 All OBDII16PIN diagnostic socket e g BMW 16PIN and TOYOTA 16PIN etc except JINLONG 16PIN and AUDI 16PIN See F
17. User s Manual 36 Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER S BUSINESS LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year 12 months from date of delivery to the user This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused altered used for a purpose other than for which it was intended or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use The exclusive remedy for any automotive meter found to be defective is repair or replacement and LAUNCH shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages Final determination of defects shall be made by LAUNCH in accordance with procedures established by LAUNCH No agent employee or representative of LAUNCH has any authority to bind LAUNCH to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning LAUNCH automotive meters except as stated herein Disclaimer THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Order Information Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your LAUNCH authorized tool supplier Your order should include the following information 1 Quantity 2 Part number 3 Item description Customer Service If you have any questions on the operatio
18. ake sure there is open circuit contact fault or not When checking if there is a short circuit fault or not please disconnect the CEU and the relevant sensor then measure the resistance value of the ports between the connected port and the vehicle body If the resistance value is more than 1M there is no fault Before disassembling the engine electrical control system cable cut off the power supply that is the ignition switch is turned off Pay attention to choose the correct GND ports of connectors Contact the test probe and the two ports the two leads to be measured when measuring the voltage between the two ports or the two leads Contact the test probe to the ports the cable to be measured and the negative connector to the ground when measuring voltage of one port one cable Checking the continuity of the ports contact and lead is checking the ports contact and lead electrify or not The measure way for voltage value can be used here Check the faults in the ports of the CEU to sensors relays etc There are two test probes in the testing line The black one is the signal public port signal GND the red one is the input port for voltage resistance frequency test and output port for simulation voltage simulation frequency and oxygen sensor Please choose the correct probes to match the different ports Vehicle Autobase There is no need for Samsung Q1 to register for autobase If you want to install the
19. al data may be subject to PRC export control laws including the PRC Export Administration Act and its associated regulations and may be subject to export or import LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual v Table of contents Safety Precautions 1 Precautions on Operation 1 Safety Precautions 1 Precautions on Operating Vehicle ECU 1 Introduction 2 Outline of X 431TOP 3 Ports and Indicators 3 Connectors and Diagnostic Cables 4 Hardware Configuration 8 X 431TOP Operation 12 Starting 12 Menu Descriptions 12 Buttons Descriptions 12 Function Introduction 13 Vehicle Fault Diagnosis 13 Connection Description 13 Interface Operation 13 Vehicle Oscilloscope 14 Connection Description 14 Oscilloscope Menu
20. attached disc on your own PC or notebook for test or diagnosis you need register before viewing vehicle autobase No need for other functions The register procedures are listed as below A Enter Vehicle Autobase menu If you have not registered it will display Not registered B Click HELP button and then click Get machine ID in the right bottom of HELP window C It will display machine ID in the pop up menu Click Copy machine ID and set up a new file on hard disk to save the ID D Send the ID file to Launch yibin zhong cnlaunch com by e mail And then Launch will send you a register program E After receiving register program double click it to run and register procedure is completed Question Main unit can t communicate with TOP terminal via Bluetooth after reinstalling X431TOP software What can I do Answer You must program the Bluetooth of main unit with the Bluetooth of terminal after reinstallation Please input the Bluetooth serial number through TOP software gt SETTING gt SERVER Question How to get the Bluetooth serial number of X431TOP Answer There are two ways to get A On the top of X431 TOP terminal B In X431TOP software V10 42 or higher version click Bluetooth communication status icon in program to get Bluetooth serial number Question How to get version information of X431TOP software Answer Click Vehicle fault diagnosis and you can view
21. dary circuit You can also get power in the following way From cigar lighter insert one end of the cigar lighter cable into the lighter socket in vehicle and connect the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP Terminal Oscilloscope Menu Figure 3 08 shows the entering vehicle oscilloscope menu Default trigger menu Figure 3 08 Parameter setting is at right Trigger source the trigger channel of oscilloscope channel CH1 channel CH2 channel CH3 channel CH4 The chosen channel is light Trigger mode auto normal and single continuous When in auto mode trigger as receive signals When in normal mode trigger as satisfied the trigger requirements leading edge or trailing edge trigger level trigger point When in single mode triggering once can display one waveform When in continuous mode the variation of continuous waveform can be displayed Trigger edge the leading edge or trailing edge of waveform Clicking leading or trailing can switch mutually Trigger level the original voltage value of waveform with regulation by up and down Trigger point to regulate the horizontal position of signal trigger with leftward and rightward Note When the numerical value and cursor don t occur please choose the relevant channel display in the display setting menu Other functions refer to the previous explanation with history save print help functions gridding turn on
22. ed 4 See Figure 1 39 32 Electricity control patch cord 1 5 Convenient to input signal for test See Figure 1 35 33 Electricity control patch cord 2 5 Convenient to input signal for test See Figure 1 36 34 Electricity control patch cord 3 5 Convenient to input signal for test See Figure 1 37 35 Electricity control patch cord 4 5 Convenient to input signal for test See Figure 1 38 36 Oscilloscope cable 4 Signal acquisition See Figure 1 31 37 Oscilloscope GND cable 1 See Figure 1 33 38 Sensor diagnostic cable 1 Diagnose sensor See Figure 1 30 39 Diagnostic cable 1 Connect DIAGNOSTIC See LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 11 CONNECTOR to X 431TOP Terminal Figure 1 29 40 Cigar lighter power supply 1 Acquire power supply from vehicle cigar lighter See Figure 1 40 41 Battery cable w two clips 1 Acquire power supply from vehicle battery See Figure 1 43 42 Primary signal patch cord 4 Transfer signals when checking primary signal and electricity control sensor which is convenient to input signals for test See Figure 1 41 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 12 X 431TOP Operation Starting After X 431TOP terminal power diagnostic cable etc For more details please refer to explanations of connection below is correctly connected press the button to Power ON X 431TOP Terminal refer Figure 1 03 then press power button
23. ems and new functions in time and will release the software at www X431 com LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 3 Outline of X 431TOP As shown in Figure 1 01 and Figure 1 02 X 431TOP is composed of two parts the terminal and the main unit Samsung Q1 Terminal is mainly used to collect signals The main unit is used to operate X 431TOP terminal by instruction and analyses and processes signals collected by X 431TOP terminal Figure 1 01 X 431TOP terminal Figure 1 02 X 431TOP main unit Ports and Indicators See Figure 1 03 for X 431TOP terminal connection ports and indicators LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 4 Figure 1 03 Note table for ports and indicators 1 CH1 channel 1 primary signal secondary signal 2 CH2 channel 2 3 CH3 channel 3 synchronous 4 CH4 channel 4 5 GND GND channel 6 Power switch 7 DC power jack 8 25PIN port 9 Power indicator red 10 Diagnosis indicator 11 Communicate state indicator Connectors and Diagnostic Cables Figure 1 04 DAEWOO 12 Figure 1 05 FIAT 3 Figure 1 06 UNIVERSAL 16 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 5 Figure 1 07 TOYOTA 17 Figure 1 08 TOYOTA 22 Figure 1 09 FORD 6 1 Figure 1 10 CHRYSLER 6 Figure 1 11 FORD 20 Figure 1 12 JINLONG 16 Figure 1 13 MAZDA 17 Figure 1 14 HAFEI 12 16 Figure 1 15 KIA 20 Figure 1 16 AUDI 4 Figure 1 17 BMW 20 Figure 1 18 BENZ 38 Figure 1 19 HONDA 3 Figure 1 20 DAIHATSU 4 LAUNCH X 431 TOP Us
24. enter the stable frequency emulate interface as shown in Figure 3 37 Frequency Hz to display the current square signal frequency with adjusting by the decrease and add in the underside Duty ratio to display the current duty ratio with adjusting by the decrease and add in the underside High battery value V to display the current high battery value of square signal with adjusting by the decrease and add in the underside LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 24 Low battery value V to display the current low battery value of square signal with adjusting by the decrease and add in the underside Figure 3 37 Predefined Waveform X 431 TOP provides predefined normal sensor waveform which is very convenient to simulate the sensor signal for users After exporting the predefined waveform choose the simulation waveform to be displayed after sensor type waveform type click start and then the relevant sensor waveform out put can be simulated Figure 3 38 shows the predefined waveform interface Sensor type click triangle symbol and choose sensor type to be simulated on the drop down menu X 431TOP provides the predefined waveform for ECT EVP HO2S IAT MAF MAP TP VAF and VSS Figure 3 38 Hand draw Waveform It is very convenient for users to simulate special waveform or fault wave with hand draw waveform function After drawing a waveform in the left and setting the
25. er s Manual 6 Figure 1 21 NISSAN 14 16 Figure 1 22 MITSUBISHI HYUNDAI 12 16 Figure 1 23 GM VAZ 12 Figure 1 24 UNIVERSAL 3 Figure 1 25 GAZ Figure 1 26 AUDI 16 Figure 1 27 SSANGYONG 14 Figure 1 28 SUBARU 9 Figure 1 29 Diagnostic cable Figure 1 30 Sensor diagnostic cable Figure 1 31 Oscilloscope cable Figure 1 32 Secondary signal induction cable Figure 1 33 Oscillscope GND cable Figure 1 34 Secondary signal cable LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 7 Figure 1 35 Electricity control patch cord 1 Figure 1 36 Electricity control patch cord 2 Figure 1 37 Electricity control patch cord 3 Figure 1 38 Electricity control patch cord 4 Figure 1 39 20MM crocodile clip red Figure 1 40 Cigar ligter power supply Figure 1 41 Primary signal patch cord Figure 1 42 KES 200 cylinder signal clamp Figure 1 43 Battery cable w two clips Note The hardware is different as the different configuration for each model LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 8 Hardware Configuration NO NAME QUA DESCRIPTION NOTE 1 X 431TOP MAIN UNIT 1 2 X 431TOP TERMINAL 1 3 TOYOTA 17 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose TOYOTA17PIN semicircle diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 07 4 TOYOTA 22 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose TOYOTA 22PIN square diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 08 5 MITSUBISHI HYUNDAI 12 16 DIAGNOSITC CONNECTO
26. er model time mode when reading See Figure 3 06 DELETE to deletet datastream Figure 3 06 Vehicle Oscilloscope Vehicle oscilloscope does not only grasp the signals but also can display the signals through waveforms with slow speed Vehicle oscilloscope can record the signal waveform by storage and can replay the fast signal In thus it is very convenient to analyse the faults including the fast signals e g injector signal and intermittence fault signal and slow signals e g throttle position variation signal and oxygen sensor signal Connection Description Connect one end of the battery cable w two clips to the battery for electricity and connect the other end to X 431TOP terminal DC port refer to X 431TOP terminal button and port description Connect the oscilloscope GND cable to X 431TOP terminal GND channel If the oscilloscope cable is not long enough to connect the signal port the electronically controlled patch cord can be used to connect the oscilloscope LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 15 cable and then connect the signal port Figure 3 07 Connection illustration for vehicle osciloscope 1 X 431TOP Terminal 2 battery 3 battery cable with w two clips 4 oscilloscope GND cable 5 oscilloscope cable 6 electronically controlled patch cord Attention Please use the special capacitance probe when diagnosing the ignition high tension line Do not directly connect the oscilloscope to the ignition secon
27. f this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of LAUNCH The information contained herein is designed only for the use of this unit LAUNCH is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other units Neither LAUNCH nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this unit or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this unit or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this unit or failure to strictly comply with LAUNCH operating and maintenance instructions LAUNCH shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original LAUNCH Products or LAUNCH Approved Products by LAUNCH General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners LAUNCH disclaims any and all rights in those marks There is a possibility that this unit is inapplicable to some of the vehicle models or systems listed in the diagnosis section due to different countries areas and or years Do not hesitate to contact LAUNCH if you come across such questions We are to help you solve the problem as soon as
28. gram See Figure 3 45 Click exit to leave the interface Index Select language drop down menu button Circuit diagram display section Click index to close the index and re click to resume For altering display font Print circuit diagram Display more details as the mouse move to the module Drop down selection menu button of system module Click tofit to return the whole diagram Click up down left and right to move the diagram Click the module to return the whole diagram mode LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 27 Figure 3 45 Update of diagnostic Software User Registration Login to www X431 com Select the favorite language on the pull down menu at the upper left of the interface to enter homepage See Figure 4 01 Figure 4 01 Click Register in the interface as shown in Figure 4 01 to open the window as shown in Figure 4 02 Figure 4 02 Note When the member purchases one or more products after registration he should login to the member area and then click product control to register the newly purchased product Refer to the section Member login The terms of service is shown in the screen After reading and fully understand it click I accept button to enter the interface as shown in Figure 4 03 Fill in Product Information Fill in the serial No of X 431TOP terminal registration No and dealer code in
29. he neutral position or in the P position to avoid injury Wear an ANSI approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles If you are using the battery as a power source connect the RED battery clip to the positive of the vehicle battery and the BLACK battery clip to the negative Precautions on Operating Vehicle ECU Do not disconnect the vehicle inner consumer when the ignition switch is on position Because at the moment of disconnecting a very high voltage will be induced which may damage sensors and ECU Do not put the magnetic object such as wireless speaker near to the computer Do cut off the power supply of ECU system before welding on the vehicle Pay more attention to ECU and sensors when operation is next to them Do earth yourself when you disassemble PROM otherwise ECU and sensors will be damaged by static Do not use the pointer ohm meter instead of DMM for testing ECU and sensor without special requirement Do not test electric devices in relation with ECU with a test lamp unless otherwise expressly provided Do wear a metal ground strip that one end around your wrist and the other to the vehicle body when you get in and out the vehicle Do connect ECU harness connector firmly otherwise electro elements such as IC inside ECU will be damaged LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 2 Introduction X 431TOP automobile work station X 431TOP for short is a newly developed automobile diagnostic computer by LAUNCH I
30. he pop down menu of cylinders select the quantity of the cylinder and then select the order sequence on the pop down menu of Ign Order or click the number to select the order If you click wrong number please click new order to correct the order Then click start the system will execute the test Independent Ignition Independent ignition analysis has two connection modes one is with high tension and the other is without high tension Figure 3 19 Connection illustration for independent ignition with outer High tension LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 19 cable 1 X 431TOP terminal 2 battery 3 battery cable w two clips 4 oscilloscope GND cable connecting GND 5 secondary signal cable connecting CH1 6 secondary high tension cable Figure 3 20 Connection illustration for independent ignition with inner High tension cable 1 X 431TOP terminal 2 battery 3 battery cable w two clips 4 GND cable connecting GND 5 ignition coil 6 secondary signal induction cable connecting CH1 NOTE 1 From cigar lighter insert one end of the cigar lighter cable into the lighter socket in vehicle and connect the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP Terminal 2 From double clip power cable connect one end of the double clip power cable to the positive battery and the other end to the negative See Figure 3 20 3 From power patch cord connect one end of the power patch cord to the 100 240V AC socket and
31. igure 1 06 18 CHRYSLER 6 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose CHRYSLER6PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 10 19 FORD 20 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose FORD20PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 11 20 HAFEI 12 16 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose HAFEI12 16PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 14 21 DAIHATSU 4 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose DAIHATSU4PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 20 22 GAZ DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose GAZ diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 25 23 JINLONG 16 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose JINLONG16 PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 12 24 DAEWOO 12 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose DAEWOO12PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 4 25 SUBARU 9 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose SUBARU 9PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 28 26 AUDI 16 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose AUDI16PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 10 1 26 27 SSANG YONG 14 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR 1 Diagnose SSANG YONG14PIN diagnostic socket model See Figure 1 27 28 KES secondary signal cable 1 Acquire secondary signal See Figure 1 34 29 Secondary signal induction cable 1 Acquire variety of secondary signal of vehicle without high tension cable See Figure 1 32 30 KES 200 cylinder signal clamp 1 Acquire cylinder signal See Figure 1 42 31 20MM crocodile clip r
32. ing range 0 90 cam bearer Precision 1 Engine speed indication error is less than 1 2 Real VCY_ICCANG Platinum Dwell angle indication error is less than 1 cam bearer Sensor Test Technical Parameter Sensor test function Voltage test 1 Measuring range DC 400V 400 V 2 Input impedance 10 M Resistance test Measuring range 0 M 1 M Frequency test 1 Measuring range 1 Hz 15 kHz 2 Input impedance 300 k 3 Input range 1 V 12 V Precision Check precision 1 Sensor simulation function DC voltage signal 1 Output range 5 V 5 V 2 The maximal output current 40 mA Square wave signal 1 Impulse frequency 0 1 Hz 15 kHz 2 Range 5 V 5 V 3 Duty cycle 10 90 Sensor standard signal 1 Frequency range 0 1 Hz 100 Hz 2 Range 5 V 5V Hand draw waveform Signal LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 35 1 Frequency range 0 1 Hz 100 Hz 2 Range 5 V 5 V Precision Test precision 5 Bluetooth Technical Parameter Module 1 Condition temperature 20 C 70 C 2 The farthest transmission distance 50 meters open territory 3 The propositional transmission distance within 15 meters open territory Safety Requirement Evidence for export to USA FCC Part15 Section 15 107 Evidence for export to Europe IEC61000 4 2 2001 IEC61000 4 3 2002 IEC61000 4 4 A2 2001 IEC61000 4 5 2001 IEC61000 4 6 200 LAUNCH X 431 TOP
33. long time to avoid moisture LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 34 X 431TOP Technical Parameter Usage Parameter Working ambient temperature 0 50 Transporting storage temperature 10 70 Working ambient relevant humidity 20 90 40 Transporting storage relevant humidity 20 90 40 Pressure 86kpa 106kpa Oscilloscope Technical Parameter Collection 1 time resolution range 2 5 s 5 0 s 10 0 s 25 0 s 50 0 s 100 s 250 s 500 s 1 0ms 2 5ms 5 0ms 10 0ms 25 0ms 50 0ms 100ms 250ms 500ms 1 0s 2 5s 5 0s 10 0s 2 signal mode DC AC Channels 1 Coupling mode DC AC 2 Measuring range 5 0mv div 10 0mv div 20 0mv div 50 0mv div 100 0mv div 200 0mv div 500 0mv div 1 0v div 2 0v div 5 0v div 10 0v div 20 0v div Trigger 1 Trigger channel one of the CH1 CH2 CH3 and CH4 2 Default trigger channel CH1 3 Default trigger level 0mv 4 Default level range 6X the measuring range of trigger channel Measuring 1 Voltage Differential between cursor the measuring range of the channel 50 2 Time differential between cursor the time resolution range of any channels 50 Precision 1 Time resolution 2 5 s 2 Voltage resolution 5mv 3 Time precision 5 4 Voltage precision 5 Ignition Analysis Parameter 1 Engine speed measuring range 500 7200 r min 2 Real VCY_ICCANG Platinum Dwell angle measur
34. main unit program attached disc on your own PC or notebook for test or diagnosis you need register before viewing vehicle autobase No need for other functions The register procedures are listed as below 1 Enter Vehicle Autobase menu If you have not registered it will display Not register 2 Click HELP button and then click Get machine ID in the right bottom of HELP window 3 It will display machine ID in the pop up menu Click Copy machine ID and set up a new file on hard disk to save the ID 4 Send the ID file to Launch yibin zhong cnlaunch com by e mail And then Launch will send you a register program 5 After receiving register program double click it to run and register procedure is completed This function provides the system circuit diagram of normal model Click Vehicle autobase on the main menu See Figure 2 01 to enter Figure 3 40 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 26 Figure 3 40 Click on the left index to expand it Select the circuit diagram to view The circuit diagram of the system will be displayed at right See Figure 3 41 Figure 3 41 Move the mouse to one module See Figure 3 42 or select one module on the drop down menu See Figure 3 43 and then click to expand the circuit diagram The red part is the selected module See Figure 3 44 Figure 3 42 Figure 3 43 Figure 3 44 Click help to acquire the help about the circuit dia
35. n of the unit please contact us Tel 86 755 84528431 84528822 E mail X431 cnlaunch com If your unit requires repair service return it to the manufacturer with a copy of the sales receipt and a note describing the problem If the unit is determined to be in warranty it will be repaired or replaced at no charge If the unit is determined to be out of warranty it will be repaired for a nominal service charge plus return freight Send the unit pre paid to Attn Customer Service Department LAUNCH TECH CO LTD Launch Industrial Park North of Wuhe Avenue Banxuegang Bantian Longgang Shenzhen Guangdong P R China 518112 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual X 431TOP Terminal Serial Number Dealer Code Number Note 1 Terminal serial No label is attached by manufacturer before shipping 2 Dealer should fill in the Dealer Code when selling the machine to customer and stamp on the code 3 The Terminal serial No and Dealer code is useful when updating the software Refer to the section Update of Diagnostic Software Keep the user s manual carefully 4 Dealer should login to http www X431 com to fill in the Dealer Code and other information in Dealer administration area when a product is sold so that customer can do software updating
36. nload center Before download users had better set up a new folder named X 431TOP update on the computer desktop and put the download files to the X 431TOP update according next steps Figure 4 07 Note 1 Software update of free charge will be provided by LAUNCH for one year The free period is from the registration date on the website not the purchase date That is during one year after the registration users can free download the corresponding software 2 If there is not the latest version in the download center users can buy the version in the purchase center or in the update center In the purchase center users can buy the software that isn t put in the download center In the update center users can update the software that is beyond the free download period After purchase successfully the purchased software will be automatically added to the download center list Update Tool Download Before update users must download the X 431TOP SETUP On the drop down menu users select the language then click download The screen will display the interface as shown in Figure 4 08 Figure 4 08 Click save to put it into the X 431TOP update folder Select product serial number Select language of program Button for view Button for download LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 30 Diagnostic Program Download On the drop down menu select the language and the version The default
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38. possible Disclaimer To take full advantage of the unit you should be familiar with the engine All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make change at any time without notice LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual ii End User License Agreement IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY USING LAUNCH OR LAUNCH SUPPLIED PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT LAUNCH IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE PRODUCTS INFORMATION SOFTWARE AND DOCUMENTS COLLECTIVELY MATERIALS TO YOU ONLY UPON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT BY USING THE MATERIALS YOU ARE BINDING YOURSELF AND THE BUSINESS ENTITY THAT YOU REPRESENT COLLECTIVELY CUSTOMER TO THIS AGREEMENT IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT THEN LAUNCH IS UNWILLING TO LICENSE THE MATERIALS TO YOU AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCTS AND DOWNLOAD OR INSTALL THE SOFTWARE The following terms of this End User License Agreement Agreement govern Customer s access and use of the product except to the extent there is a separate signed agreement between Customer and LAUNCH governing Customer s use License Conditioned upon compliance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement LAUNCH TECH CO LTC or its subsidia
39. quency can be tested Figure 3 35 Simulation Function With simulation function users can exactly judge if the sensor is good or not which can decrease replacing components blindly For example the trouble code indicates the fault is in water temperature sensor But we need also make sure the fault is in water temperature sensor or in the connection between ECU and sensors or in ECU itself So at this time the signal of simulating water temperature sensor instead of water temperature sensor import signal to the microcomputer by simulation function If the engine work better and the fault symptom disappears so the fault is in the water temperature sensor If the fault symptom still occurs import the signal by ECU port Now if the fault symptom disappears the fault is in the connection between water temperature sensor and ECU if the fault symptom still occurs the fault is in ECU The Figure 3 36 shows default interface of simulation function DC interface Sliding the red slide bar in the right or display voltage value button in the underside can adjust the magnitude of the simulation out put DC current After fixing the voltage value click start in the underside and then X 431 TOP starts to import simulation voltage Figure 3 36 Frequency Simulation Frequency simulation can simulate square signal with pulse frequency 0 1 15kHz range 12V 5V duty ratio 10 90 Click stable frequency in Figure 3 36 to
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41. signals 5 Connect one end of the primary signal patch cord to the CH1 of X 431TOP terminal and the other end to the primary positive of the ignition coil when testing primary signals LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 18 Figure 3 16 Connection illustration for distributor ignition 1 X 431TOP terminal 2 battery 3 battery cable w two clips 4 oscilloscope GND cable connecting GND 5 cylinder signal clip connecting CH3 6 secondary signal cable connecting CH1 7 distributor 8 ignition coil NOTE 1 From cigar lighter insert one end of the cigar lighter cable into the lighter socket in vehicle and connect the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP Terminal 2 From double clip power cable connect one end of the double clip power cable to the positive amp negative battery and the other end to the DC power connector of X 431TOP terminal Make sure to connect correct ends 3 From power patch cord connect one end of the power patch cord to the 100 240V AC socket and the other end to the jack of the on off power And connect the power jack to the DC power connector Figure 3 17 shows the distributor interface Figure 3 17 distributor interface Primary for primary signal test Secondary for secondary signal test Configure to configure the cylinder quantity and ignition sequence of engine Click Configure in Figure 3 18 to enter Clear cache to clear the cache waveform data Figure 3 18 On t
42. t diagnosis is shown as in Figure 3 01 Press vehicle diagnosis on X 431 TOP main menu as shown in Figure 2 01 then enter 2 After conneting according to Figure 3 01 choose the tested vehicle then press OK and enter the corresponding vehicle GAG as shown in Figure 3 03 3 Choose the diagnosis version after the upgrading of the diagnosis programm the old and new version coexist so there are many versions can be selected then press download After downloading start to run it after loading it into memory then enter the system choose menu as shown in Figure 3 04 NOTE There will be some differences during the process of entering systems because of different vehicle models and vehicle series therefore the main operation is similar Please do according to the prompt during operation 4 After entering the system choose menu the screen will display the diagnosis function choose menu as shown in Figure 3 05 NOTE Double click equals choose OK Figure 3 02 LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 14 Figure 3 03 Figure 3 04 Figure 3 05 Note You can save datastream when testing datastream which is convenient to check consult and analyse fault The explanations below are for each key HISTORY to view the diagnostic records saved before See Figure 3 06 Select the record according to the model and test time and then click OK to view the datastream SAVE to save the datastream with serial numb
43. t succeeds to the fruits of many years hard work and successful experience achieved by LAUNCH in the auto aftermarket field which enhance the function of diagnosis with available more than 100 models Besides its functions in reading trouble code and data stream activating test reading control module information adaptation resetting service oil indicator and coding control unit X 431TOP also has the functions of vehicle oscilloscope ignition analysis vehicle sensor and vehicle information query and these functions required several instruments once now only one X 431TOP X 431TOP is designed with separatable type the main unit is separate from the terminal The terminal is actually a test box connecting to the correct port or component by cables diagnostic cable signal cable etc which is used to collect signals or cache The main unit with large LCD multicolor touch screen mainly deals displays and controls the signals X 431TOP main unit communicates the terminal by Bluetooth so users can diagnose and check the vehicle by touching screen in anywhere Multilanguage display makes operation convenient in different countries and areas The function of software update via Internet makes it easy for customer to get the latest diagnostic program and keep pace with the development of automotive technology As new auto series released continuously in the market LAUNCH will develop the corresponding diagnostic software of new models new syst
44. the interface as shown in Figure 4 03 Figure 4 03 The serial No is marked on the back of terminal The registration No is in an envelope delivered with the product the number must be kept confidential The dealer code is attached on the last page of the user s manual After the information is filled click Next step to enter the next interface as shown in Figure For providing define of symbol and abbreviation in circuit diagram For exit Button for register LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 28 4 04 Note 1 When a product is sold the dealer will login to www X431 com and enter the dealer code in the Dealer administration area so that the user can do effective registration later User should contact the dealer if registration can not be done effectively 2 If the filled serial No or registration No is invalid the screen will display the message as shown in the figure below Click OK button to return to the previous interface to re fill the correct numbers Fill User Information Figure 4 04 After information is filled in the interface as shown in Figure 4 04 The red textbox must be filled After registration we will send the confidential information to your registered e mail so please make sure that your e mail is valid click Next step and then the screen will display the interface as shown in Figure 4 05 Click OK then the registration is completed
45. the version information Question Can X431TOP software be updated Is it the same as the X431TOP diagnostic program Answer X431TOP software is not the same as the X431 diagnostic program X431 TOP software is the operation software run on PC X431 TOP diagnostic program is the automobile diagnostic program in Automobile Faults Diagnostic Program Both of them can be updated via internet Question How to connect Bluetooth of X431TOP correctly LAUNCH X 431 TOP User s Manual 33 Answer After powering X431TOP terminal press Power button and now Bluetooth needs initialization with red flashed After about 30 seconds the indicator becomes red steady on Then communicate main unit program with terminal It won t display Bluetooth initialization failure Question How many disks for X431 TOP software installation How about their functions Answer There are sixteen disks for X431TOP software installation Thereinto twelve disks are for vehicle autobase installation one for X431TOP software installation one for Samsung main unit explanation and two for Samsung main unit system Question Why is there no vehicle autobase after installing the X431 TOP software downloaded from the website Answer The downloaded X431TOP software doesn t include the diagnostic software and vehicle autobase The diagnostic software can be downloaded and updated from the website separately and the vehicle autobase should be
46. to power ON the main unit For more details about other operation of main unit please refer to the accessory main unit manual Double click X 431TOP icon on desktop and then the main unit will enter the main menu Figure 2 01 X 431TOP main unit will automatically communicates with X 431TOP terminal by Bluetooth Menu Descriptions Figure 2 01 X 431TOP automobile diagnostic workstation provides 5 functions vehicle diagnosis vehicle osilloscope ignition analysis vehicle sensor and vehicle autobase With help supplied by X 431TOP it is easy to operate by pressing buttons Vehicle diagnosis The following functions are applicable for all vehicles read trouble code clear trouble code read datastream and actuation test function It will be different because of different vehicle models and different systems For more details please refer to the newly developped vehicle diagnosis program Vehicle oscilloscope This function is uesd to test the vehicle circuit output waveform with a built in storage capacity of 100 pages of waveforms It has perfect display control and trigger mode It can also test and display waveforms of 4 channels at one time Ignition analysis Provide ignition waveform analysis including distributor system anglysis independent ignition system analysis and simultenous ignition system analysis Vehicle sensor For testing the output DC resistance frequency signal of the sensor and simulating
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