X431 GDS Users Manual
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1. File To view Recently used models and Historical driving records PgUp To view the previous page PgDn To view the next page Reset To verifies the SMARTBOX again Back To go back to the previous interface Click Engine in Figure 3 3 If there is more than one page of system menu click Next Pg to view the system message Communication is initialized will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 3 4 32 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Communication is initialized Figure 3 4 Note The test method is similar for different systems here take Engine for an example After communicating the interface will skip to the function menu of Diagnose as shown in Figure 3 5 a Engine Read trouble code Clear trouble code Read data stream Special function Figure 3 5 In Figure 3 5 there are four functions of Engine Read trouble code Clear trouble code Read data stream and Special function 3 3 1 Read trouble code Click Read trouble code in Figure 3 5 X 431 GDS starts executing this 33 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual function After testing results will appear on screen as shown in Figure 3 6 Description Intake air temperature sensor Knock sensor Figure 3 6 Buttons description System To display the desktop view current version and exit the program File To view Historical driving records and Print current DTCs Search To sear2. Fuel pump Purge control solenoid EGR solenoid Spark SBIDC Figure 3 16 After detecting the result will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 3 17 39 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Completed Figure 3 17 Note If 1 injector works abnormally the system will fail to indicate that the part has some trouble 3 3 5 Driving record management View the recorded and saved data streams and waveforms To Record click Advanced gt Record button on the running interface of data streams Click File gt History button on the Select maker menu as shown on Figure 3 18 En maki CD EK NISSAN Figure 3 18 The system switches to Figure 3 19 listing datastream information for different vehicles and records in different time 40 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual ES Management for diving record Test system File Test date DemerAlis DEMO 201106251 80019 24351 2011 06 23 18 04 19 Dema AS DEMO BOT OGIS1AOA IG ad 31 AO11 OM 23 1E 76 Kg DEM C01 106791 GEE R GED ERR HEERER KI emmerAfs DEMO MT 06291 HEEN 2011 06 23 18 04 40 Demos DEMO AOL 106231 GER GOEN 2011 00 23 18 04 45 Dema lis DEMO AN LOG A312 vd 31 2001 08 23 LEE DemrABs DEMO 110G 231 MES w43 2011 06 23 18 04 54 Ca Hack Figure 3 19 Select the one you want to view and click Open in Figure 3 19 recorded datastream will be shown on the screen similar to Figure 3 20 K Select rewind mode and Item Wheel speed FL Wheel s
3. 11 Bae Spanish Portuguese Figure 2 11 2 Wi Fi Settings This option allows you to configure Wi Fi network Select Wi Fi Settings in System Settings and click OK the system starts searching network as shown in Figure 2 12 Searching network please wait Figure 2 12 It will take some time to search network after searching the searched 12 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual networks will be listed on the screen as shown in Figure 2 13 od BEA Hei lisi d Lest k i a Start safety wireless network wa besigds I Start safety wireless network Figure 2 13 Select one of the network list and click Link in Figure 2 13 Connected will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 2 14 indicating the device is connected to the network successfully od BEd Network list test Connected l a Start safety wireless network all testads Vi start safety wireless network al Figure 2 14 Note When selecting Wi Fi to access Internet please set Wi Fi properly and make sure it is connected successfully otherwise the following functions may be abnormal Browser Register U Disk Update Network Test Information Mailbox and Update 13 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 3 User Data Import Export This option enables you to import the saved trouble and diagnostic information from or export it to another X 431 GDS for analysis and comparison Select User Data Import Export in System Setti
4. 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ii ees sed n es EG We GEE ee ee De ee ee Ee be Ge ee De 2 2 ABOUT ee 3 2 AS TODS MAIN GET ts conc tensile het ernest tem eure etl cath orate teu 3 UC ODO SIO crate sen N EE tte uate OE EG ND 3 e A 2 2 X 431 GDS COMMON ACCESSORIES ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 8 AS Ee da EO AA OR EE EE EE 9 2 En Ee Ge EG EG EE OR EE GE GE EG EG GE etre 9 2 3 2 ICONS and function eme 9 2d 0 SE AE RE EA O 10 SHOW TO DIAGNOSE osse ee ee ie be bees de Ed ee ee dd 27 3 1 PREPARATION AND CONNECTIONS ee ee ee ee ee ee ee eed 2 Dell el ER NE RE RO OE 27 3 1 2 X 431 GDS CONNECTIONS ee ee ee ee 27 3 2 START DIAGNOSING EEN 27 3 2 1 How to start diagnostic program ees ee ee 27 Oo TIOW TO DIAGNO SE EEN 32 3 3 1 Read trouble EOAE Re Ee SA ee EE GR EE 33 3 32 Clear WOUDIO COGS ee RE ER RE EE EE ER OE EE EG RSG GE EE 34 339 HOGG dala SI CAIN ER KEES EE asus Manto mae RE EE ee tas 35 9 3 4 Special FUNCTION iss Re RGN ES SEG E NG SG RE Se SE GE Ee Gee 38 3 3 5 Driving record management 40 3 4 FLOW CHART FOR ENTERING DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAM 43 4 HEAVY DUTY DIAGNOSIS PLATFORM cccccccssssssscccccssccccsees 44 EENEG 45 Gi INFORMATION e 47 ENEE 47 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 6 2 SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD INFORMATION 49 S i MAILE BOK EE 51 Ge FREAD LEE 51 ER ee 52 Be RN Ba esse ese eed ee AE N Eb ai oe ee ee ee de ee ee 54 31 REGISTER EE 54 82 UPDATE EEN 56 9 OPTIONAL F
5. 5 52 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Figure 7 5 Buttons description Save To save a mail that is not finished or will be sent later Send To send the mail Return To return to the previous interface When a new mail is finished click Send If the mail is sent out successfully a dialog box will appear as shown in Figure 7 6 Sent out successfully Figure 7 6 If the mail fails to send out a prompt message will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 7 7 53 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Failed to send Try again Figure 7 7 Click OK in Figure 7 7 to send the mail again or click Cancel to cancel sending Note Please check the network configuration or Wi Fi connection before operating Mailbox function 8 Update X 431 GDS provides quick and easy software update service by which you can enjoy all update services including download and update the software Note Enter the update center vehicle software which can be updated are default to check you can click Update to perform one key update You can also click Select to select all or cancel all 8 1 Register To operate this device you have to experience a product registration After entering the function modules a registration page will appear automatically and once registering is complete this page will never appear again Note Before registering please check you network configuration or Wi Fi connection Click Upda
6. Hardware Q Why does the LCD touch screen respond so slowly in cold whether A It is because the ambient temperature is close to the lower limit of operating temperature range 10 55 C Under this situation it is necessary to warm up the machine for 30 minutes before test Q There is only backlight and no character on the screen What should do A Check if the power is well connected Turn off the machine unplug the power connector and re plug it Turn on the machine after it has been connected to the power for 1 second Q Why there is no response or response incorrectly while clicking the screen with touch pen A Please calibrate the screen again Refer to 2 3 3 7 Screen Calibration for details About Operations Q System halts while reading data stream A Connector is loosen shutdown the device and connect well to test again Q E mail sending failed A Check network configuration 63 Ep PO PO LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Fail in Mail operation while feedback problems Product is not registered please register and operate again Software download failed Check network configuration Blank screen after operating for a period When there is no external power supply connected power of battery exhausts Please connect external power supply About Vehicles Q A Main screen blinks at the moment when engine ignition It results from electromagnetic interference and this is n
7. adaptor LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 3 Communication Blinks green during data communication indicator rg indicator Keeps lighting after oscilloscope operated green io indicator Keeps lighting after scopebox powered on red ui calibration One terminal 1K square wave signal terminals 2 pcs output 2VP PVP P The other terminal connect to the ground Channel 1 S Fa 2 9 CH3 Chanmel3 CC External trigger 3 Sensorbox structure 2 Figure 2 4 Sensorbox structure view LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Table 2 3 Sensorbox terminals and indicators description No 1 Data receiving Indicator green for receiving data from main indicator unit Indicator green for sending data to main unit indicator It keeps steady on red after Sensorbox is powered on applied as separated USB device adaptor 6 COM Common terminal of multimeter Testing terminal of multimeter 4 Batterybox structure Batterybox Figure 2 5 Batterybox structure view Table 2 4 Batterybox terminals and indicators description Battery Connect to battery via cable for testing battery connector Connect to power supply via the power LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual adaptor unused S adaptor unused ss zi B type USB port Connect to main unit with USB cable when it is applied as separated USB device 2 2 X 431 GDS Common accessories Common accessories for each X 431 GDS are s
8. models International standard design applicable to all diagnostic sockets Including all the electronic control system Unique data transmission to ensure update in time For more detailed Heavy Duty diagnosing and operations please refer to Heavy Duty Automobile Diagnostic Platform User s Manual Note The Heavy Duty function can be activated if Heavy Duty product configuration was purchased 44 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 5 Browser Browser is available on X 431 GDS which helps you view and obtain relevant service documents from the third party website saved in Favorites Click Browser on the main menu to enter browser as shown in Figure 4 1 Figure 4 1 Click Favorites and select View the website list will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 4 2 and Figure 4 3 E Network browser Figure 4 2 45 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual E Network browser gt Favorites HEES eners Aulodala online cam https Perse alldatapro com http www identifix com hitp fremair alldata c com hiipii ShopkeyS cam bilt Peres Ondemand sc ar http www 18 TNnet Figure 4 3 Select a desired website shown as Figure 4 4 and click Open link to browse the contents of the website quickly hittp www Autodata online com http www alldatapro com http www identifix com http repair alldata com http www Shopkey5 com http www OndemandSscom http www lATN net Figure 4
9. shape the appearance of signal the pulse width the duty cycle or the time range of signal and the array the repetition characteristic of signal which can be tested displayed saved by the automotive oscilloscope Via the waveform analysis can further detect the circuit fault on sensors actuators circuits and electronic control units etc For detailed operations and specifications please refer to X431 GDS Scopebox user s manual 60 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 9 2 Ignition The ignition system is the system which has greatest impact on the performances of gasoline engine as the statistical data shows that nearly half of the failures are caused by poor work of electrical system And the performance tests of engine often start from the ignition system Nowadays ignition system includes distributor and distributorless Distributorless includes independent ignition and simultaneous ignition 1 Distributor ignition system conventionally includes contact breaker commonly known as the platinum contact controlled ignition system and magnet infrared or hall components breakless ignition system 2 Direct ignition system crankshaft sensor send out the ignition timing signal and cylinder identification signal for the specified cylinder send out the specified signal in specified time each cylinder has its independent ignition coil 3 Simultaneous ignition system two cylinders share one ignition coil when two cylinder pist
10. system will check network configuration perform ID verification and access latest version information as shown in Figure 8 3 Check network configuration Succeeded Performing ID venfying Succeeded Accessing latest version information Succeeded Figure 8 3 Software update list appears on the screen as shown in Figure 8 4 56 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual aga SW name Current ver Diagnastir GER KIA BIED vw HONDA DAEWO A ROMEO CED USAFORD Figure 8 4 In Figure 8 4 Current Ver current version No Update Ver the lowest version that can be installed currently Top version the current top version Click History to select one or several desired software as shown in Figure 8 5 VOLVO RENAULT BENZ DAIHATSU SKODA t BMW GZHONDA fx OPEL Figure 8 5 Button description System To display the desktop view the current version or exit the program Help To view the help information of current page operation Update To execute software update operation 57 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual History To select version that can be downloaded or corresponding vehicle In Figure 8 5 you can select several pieces of software and update them together for corresponding vehicles then click Update Here we take BENZ as an example to explain one key update Select BENZ and click Update in Figure 8 5 the software will be downloaded and installed automaticall
11. system will switch to software download info interface as shown in Figure 6 5 CYS Inf SAAB Diagnostic Program lor X 431 Product Family W19 00 2011 06 23 Daewoo Diagnostic Program for X 431 Product Family V 20 2011 06 23 OPEL agnostic Program for X 431 Product Family Va 21 4011 06 23 GM Diagnostic Program tor X31 Product Family V3a01 2011 06 25 VOLVO Diagnastie Solbware for X 141 Preduct Family Vd 20 2011 06 25 UFO special diagnostic software for X 431 serves VL2 01 2011 06 23 SUZUKI Diagnostic Program for X 431 Product Family VZ amp 11 4011 06 23 Renault Diagnastic Program for X 131 Product Family W361 2011 06 23 Figure 6 5 Button description System To display the desktop view the version or exit the program Help To view the help information of current operation News To switch to News interface PgUp To view the previous page PgDn To view the next page 49 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual View To view the details Retry To retry the same operation In Figure 6 5 select one of the software programs and click View the system will enter the content page as shown in Figure 6 6 CYS Inf SAAB Diagnostic Program for X31 Product Family 1400 2011 06 23 1448 10 SAAR Diagnostic Program for X 431 Product Family Y13900 This program is issued in 10 languages simplified Chinese traditional Chinese English Spanish German alian French Serbian Korean and Portuguese
12. 4 Notes 1 Before operating Browser please make sure that Network Configuration or Wi Fi has been connected successfully 2 Only the website listed in Favorites can be viewed presently manually inputting website address is unavailable now 46 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 6 Information This option enables you to obtain the latest news and software download Information about the device 6 1 News Click Information on the main menu the system starts checking network as shown in Figure 6 1 Je elo center Check network configuration succeeded Visit 431 website Figure 6 1 After network accesses successfully News interface will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 6 2 TW News LAUNCH DISTRIBUTOR ANNUAL FORUM SHANGHAI 2010 2010 06 04 X 431 GX3 sold as X 431 Master 2010 04 14 Launch wins the Coler Innovation Award 2009 2009 11 16 Notice about LAUNCH X431 Master and X431 GX3 2009 05 04 X431 Master Ready to Releases 2009 09 01 X431 Diagun Awarded the Best New Servicing Product Tools Equipment 2009 04 13 Launch Malaysia Attended Automechanika Malaysia 2009 7009 04 13 Vision KC A First for Launch USA 2009 04 03 Figure 6 2 47 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Buttons description System To display the desktop view current version or exit the program Help To view the help information of current operation Info To switch to Software downloads Informatio
13. Compared with the previous version VIA DA the following have been added L For 2008 SAAM 0 IN the version Info read DTCs clear DTCs and read data stream functions have been added for its Engine Chassis and Body system H The 180 D product supporting has been added 2 The text li ary in Italian has been updated Note The latest version of display program shall be used bo ensure the normal PgDn Retum Figure 6 6 50 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 7 Mailbox X 431 GDS has a Mailbox function by which you can send E mail to us once you come across any question or problem unresolved and we will give you professional answer in time 7 1 Read mail Click Mailbox on the main menu system starts checking network as shown in Figure 7 1 Check network configuration succeeded Visit 431 website Figure 7 1 After accessing network the system will display as Figure 7 2 i Mailbox Unread mail Read mail sent mail Draft box Figure 7 2 51 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual In Mailbox interface there are four items Unread mail Read mail Sent mail and Draft box Select one e g Read mail and click View to read the details a Mall tc Unread mail Sent mail Draft box Figure 7 3 7 2 New mail Click NewMail in Figure 7 3 mail writing interface appears on the screen as shown in Figure 7 4 Figure 7 4 Write down the title and contents by stylus manually as shown in Figure 7
14. IP address Suggestion If there is no network limited please keep the setting as default that means Automatic IP address and Automatic DNS server address should be checked Thus if you use DHCP to set IP address no other settings are needed Note If you use wired network but not Wi Fi to access Internet please configure network properly otherwise the following functions may be abnormal Browser Register U Disk Update Network Test Information Mailbox and Update 24 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 13 Multimonitor Select Multimonitor in System Settings and click OK to enter 8 MultiManitar Projector Made Figure 2 34 Note Please confirm that VGA cable is connected to VGA connector of X 431 GDS select Projector Mode and click Enter projecting effect will appear in a while You can click Config to modify the project resolution 14 Rotate Screen Select Rotate Screen in System Settings and click OK to enter the interface as shown in Figure 2 35 You can choose either Rotate the screen to the original position or Rotate the screen by 180 degree to view the display screen easily 20 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Figure 2 35 Note Please calibrate the screen every time you rotate the screen refer to 2 3 3 gt 7 Screen Calibration for details 15 X431 Website Domain Settings The system provides two Domain names for users option Select X431 Website Domain Settings
15. LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Precautions on Operating Vehicle s ECU Do not disconnect the vehicle inner consumer when the ignition switch is on High voltage transients may encounter at the moment of disconnecting which may damage the sensors and the ECU Protect the computer from magnetic object such as wireless speaker Do cut off the power supply of ECU system before welding on the vehicle Pay more attention to the ECU and the sensors when the operation is next to them Ground yourself when you disassemble PROM otherwise ECU and sensors will be damaged by static electricity Do not use the pointer ohmmeter instead of DMM to test the ECU and the 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 Precaution on Operation The appliance is a sophisticated electronic device never have it clashed when in use Make sure the appliance is properly connected to the DLC to avoid communication interruptions During operation keep the screen upward and leveled Don t disconnect the wire network or Wi Fi network while software updating or sending E mail otherwise it will be interrupted After the operation t
16. OYOTA 20110914093231 x431 Return Figure 2 25 Click OK in the dialog box shown as Figure 2 25 and the item will be cleared successfully 19 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual DEMO 201109140911 71 x431 DEM O 20110914091475 x431 system clear DEMO 20110914 O DEMO 20110914 Are you sure to delete the selected content DEMO 70110914 DEMO 270110914 HINO 20110913174539 x431 TOYOTA 20110914093231 x 431 Figure 2 26 2 On figure 2 24 select Clear diagnosis software Car and click Enter Select one car model that you want to clear as shown in Figure 2 27 and click Fast Clean Figure 2 27 Note For Clear diagnosis software Car Diesel Engine and Clear diagnosis software HeavyDuty Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle the operations are same as Clear diagnosis software Car 9 System Information This option is used to display the system information Select System Information in System Settings and click OK then click 20 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Update according to the hints the latest system information will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 2 28 System version V1 04 001 Bios version 1 2 Bios update date 20110909 Main board version 1 0 Main board update date 20110603 Serial number of Motherboard 876543271012 Machine Internal Identity UMOB7011 Figure 2 28 10 U Disk Update You can download the necessary software from X431 website in the U disk an
17. UNCTIONS BRIEF FOR X 431 GDS 0 ccccccssssssccosees 60 OMSOSCIELOS COPE si e 60 d A1ENITION SE ace ae ote EE aca ie tee Sr cee ain es 61 9 ASENSOR ee 61 ITT eebe 62 9 5 BATTERY TESTES ES SE De ee a ec Se lee he a ea 62 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 1 Foreword 1 1 Product summary X 431 GDS is a sophisticated and integrated diagnostic product with powerful functions developed by LAUNCH It features wired network meanwhile it also supports Wi Fi communication which enables you to access Internet update online search information anytime and anywhere and makes X 431 GDS diagnose vehicle trouble more conveniently It has functions of diagnose oscilloscope ignition sensor Multimeter browser and battery test and service functions such as wireless LAN VGA extending display function is available As a result it has strong practicability and high performance price ratio which is a helpful assistant for vehicle diagnosis and maintenance X 431 GDS is also applicable to HeavyDuty vehicles depending on whether HeavyDuty diagnosis software is supplied for your product or not 1 2 Product features High performance industrial control computer runs rapidly and stably Wi Fi communication makes software update and compliant much convenient Inheriting advanced diagnostic functions from X 431 super scanner it almost can diagnose all vehicles from China Asia Europe and America makes and testing speed is greatly im
18. al In Figure 2 22 properly click the cross symbol on the screen the cross symbol changes to blue with a hint sound then one calibration has been finished After calibrating all crosses the system will automatically return to System Settings interface 8 System Clean This option enables you to release disk space delete unnecessary models versions recordings and also clear snap file and video text which was recorded by oscilloscope and ignition mode etc It includes Clear history data Clear diagnosis software Car Clear diagnosis software Car Diesel Engine and Clear diagnosis software HeavyDuty Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle Select System Clean in System Settings and click OK the interface will be shown as Figure 2 23 5 Syibem dear Daagnastir Figure 2 23 Click Diagnostic t enter Figure 2 24 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Ea System dese Clear history dala Clear diagnostic sofhware Car Clear diagnostic software Car Mesel Engine Clear diagnostic software HeawyDuty Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle Figure 2 24 1 In Figure 2 24 select Clear history data and click Enter to enter Figure 2 25 Select one item that you want to clear and click Clear S Systern clear gt DEMO 20110914091121 431 DEMO 20110914091429 431 DEMO 20110914102252 x431 DEMO 20110914105603 x431 DEMO 70110914115736 431 DEMO 20110914140307 x431 HINO 20110913174539 x431 T
19. ame but for different destinations the accessories of X 431 GDS such as diagnostic software testing connectors may vary Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with X 431 GDS together Table 2 5 X 431 GDS common accessories and la de il aa WET Main test cable Connect X 431 GDS to vehicle s DLC Diagnostic connector Connect to vehicle s DLC Several different testing connectors are included for each X 431 GDS 3 Cigarette lighter Obtain power supply power cable from vehicle s cigarette lighter Power adaptor Convert 100 240V AC power supply to 14V DC power supply e fee a on the screen Mia Including User s Manual Service Manual etc LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 2 3 First operation 2 3 1 Turn on Press the Power Switch button on the main unit the system will begin to initialize as shown in Figure 2 6 Figure 2 6 Note Hold and press the Power Switch button for 6 8 seconds to turn off the main unit but this is not recommended please click Exit system icon on the main menu to turn off the device After the system completes initializing the main menu shown as Figure 2 will appear on the screen Here you can select a certain function and operate it 2 3 2 Icons and function items There are three icons on the top right corner of main menu as shown in Figure 2 8 Figure 2 8 1 Signal indicator Indicates current signal and it
20. ch the corresponding details of fault code by Google through Internet Back To go back to the previous interface If the tested system has no DTCs a message will appear on the screen indicating that there are no DTCs in the system 3 3 2 Clear trouble code Click Clear trouble code as shown in Figure 3 7 all existing trouble code will be cleared 34 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Sh Engine Read trouble code Clear trouble code Read data stream Special function Figure 3 7 If trouble codes are cleared successfully a prompt message will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 3 8 If all trouble codes have been cleared or there are no trouble codes No DTCs will appear on the screen ER Demo program Clear fault code succeed Figure 3 8 3 3 3 Read data stream Click Read data stream as shown in Figure 3 9 you can read the running parameters 35 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual P WH Engine Read trouble code Clear trouble code Read data stream Special Tune Hen Figure 3 9 As Figure 3 10 shows the selected datastream are displayed in blue Air flow sensor intake air temperature sensor IPS Battery voltage Start signal ECT Crankshaft postion sensor Figure 3 10 Click OK in Figure 3 10 dynamic data of the selected datastream will appear on screen as shown in Figure 3 11 36 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Datastream name Value Unit Start
21. d then connect it to X 431GDS to update Steps to download software with U disk 1 2 3 4 of Connect the U disk to a USB port of PC Access www x431 com Log in the website Please register your X 431 GDS before operating it to obtain the User Name and Password Enter the Download Center Download the necessary software and save it in the U disk Note Before accessing X 431 website please check the network configuration or Wi Fi connection Select U Disk Update in System Settings and click OK a screen shown as Figure 2 29 will appear 21 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual ago File name Version Installation status Figure 2 29 Click Find the system starts searching the software in the U disk as shown in Figure 2 30 Version linetallatian sialis Setup KA31 GDS Vi 14 022 E V114 022 Diagnostic XA31 CDS vi 17 8 V117 003 Help KAAL GOS W1 14 0m9 E W1 14 019 Inpul XFL GDS V1 11 009 E AR 004 Ncprmain XA31 GDS vi 14 03 V114033 Figure 2 30 Mark a Check in the box before the software you want to update in Figure 2 30 and click Upgrade the system begins to update After updating Installation successful appears in column Installation status as shown in Figure 2 31 22 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 1 Fie name Version jinstallatren saks tallati LE Setup SA GDS vi 14 022 E V1 14 022 slp Bep sta i SLCC I Diagnostic MS CDS Vi 13 8 v1 17 003 Instalathon
22. elect the history data and click Import to import data 15 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 4 Date Time Settings This option is used to set the current date and time Select Data Time Settings in the System Settings and click OK the system will enter the following screen as shown in Figure 2 19 f c i 8 System setting gt Vale ex 16 10 48 Figure 2 19 Click the on screen buttons to set the date and time and click OK to confirm 5 Power Option Through it you can have a general knowledge of current power information Select Power Option in System Settings and click OK a screen similar to Figure 2 20 will appear 3 System se Return Figure 2 20 16 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 6 Adjust Screen Brightness It is used to adjust the brightness of the screen to your preference Select Adjust Screen Brightness in System Settings and click OK a screen shown as Figure 2 21 will appear 8 sysierri se j gt ong move the slider to adjust brightness 60 Figure 2 21 Drag the slider with the stylus to adjust 0 100 and click Return to exit 7 Screen Calibration This option lets you calibrate the touch screen Select Screen Calibration in System Settings and click OK a screen similar to Figure 2 22 will appear dE qT Screen calibration tool Touch the blinking symbols until all symbols stop blinking Figure 2 22 17 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manu
23. he stylus shall be inserted into the hole on the back of the main unit and put away the cable and connector etc accessories to the box to avoid the lost Handle with care Avoid collision Unplug the power after operation LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 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 the ignition sources away from the battery at all times Engines produce various poisonous compounds hydrocarbon carbon monoxide nitrogen oxides etc which should be avoided The vehicles shall be tested in a well ventilated area 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 the neutral position or in the P position to avoid injury Wear an ANSI approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles f you use 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 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Contents 1 FOREWORD ii No ds oe GE Ge ko ede ee N eo de Gee ee haras Ge Dee DEE es 1 TA PRODUCT SUMMARY sr anaes ee se ee ee ace 1 1 2 PRODUCT FEATURE EE 1 1 3 PRODWETEUNCTIONS us Se EA ee ee AN ANA 1 1
24. in System Settings and click OK the interface will be shown as Figure 2 36 Figure 2 36 Note The default website is Hong Kong SAR 26 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 3 How to diagnose 3 1 Preparation and Connections 3 1 1 Preparation 1 Normal testing conditions Turn on the vehicle power supply Vehicle battery voltage range should be 11 14V and working voltage of X 431 GDS is 12V Throttle should be closed at its close position ignition timing and idle speed should be within specified range water and transmission oil temperature are within normal working range water temperature is 90 110 C and transmission oil temperature is 50 80 C 2 Select testing connectors Please select the corresponding connectors while X 431 GDS is testing vehicles which are equipped with universal OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket 3 1 2 X 431 GDS connections X 431 GDS connection steps are as follows Connect one terminal of main test cable to diagnostic terminal of X 431 GDS Connect the other terminal of main test cable to vehicle s DLC 3 2 Start diagnosing X 431 GDS can test a lot of series models and systems which may continuously increase day by day Please refer to the Update on the main menu interface for more details of X 431 GDS and download the latest diagnostic programs to fully enjoy its powerful diagnostic functions 3 2 1 How to start diagnostic program Make sure all connections are properly
25. ive oscilloscope can make the setting on testing automotive electronic equipment become simple and intuitive via automatic setting function just via clicking Automatic settings the waveform can be directly observed without any setting and adjustment For some automotive electronic equipment the signal change rate is very fast whose cycle reached a thousandth besides many fault signals are intermittent and unsteady which makes the ordinary equipments such as decoder Multimeter etc hard to capture such fault signal and affects the fault diagnosis and trouble and the oscilloscope sweep speed is far greater than the signal frequency of such vehicles usually 5 10 times of the measured signal The automotive oscilloscope not only can quickly capture the circuit signal but also can slowly display the waveform to observe and analyze It can also record and store the tested signal waveform which can be playback to observe for the fast signal having great convenience to failure analysis Either high speed signal e g injection nozzle intermittent fault signal or the slow speed signal e g the throttle position change and the oxygen sensor signal can be observed through automotive oscilloscope in an appropriate waveform We know that the electronic signal can be compared and judged via testing five parameters indexes The five parameters indexes are the amplitude the maximum voltage of signal the frequency the cycle time of signal the
26. made For detailed connection please refer to 3 1 2 power on to enter the main menu and then click Diagnose 2 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 1 If only for Mini car the interface will display as following figure 3 1 D GD Chi N ER UC JI NISSAN KEE Ss EN a Fuit Figure 3 1 Buttons description System To display the desktop view current version No and exit the program Help To view help information for current operation File To view Recently used models and Historical driving records PgUp To display the previous page PgDn To display the next page 2 If there is Diesel Engine or Heavy duty vehicles in addition to Mini car the following six possible interfaces shown as figure 3 1a f will appear Car HeavyDuty Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle Car Diesel Engine Figure 3 1a 28 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Car HeavyDuty Truck Bus Engmeering Vehicle Figure 3 1b Lat Diesel Engine Figure 3 1c ER Choose vehicle type HeavyDuty Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle Car Diesel Engine Figure 3 1d 29 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual EI Choose vehicle rype Heavy Duby Truck Bus Engineering Vehicle Figure 3 1e ER Choose vehicle type Carn Diesel Engine Figure 3 1f Click corresponding option and the interface will enter Figure 3 1 In Figure 3 1 select DEMO and the screen will display the selection menu for DEMO diagnosis
27. n interface PgUp To view the previous page PgDn To view the next page View To view the details Retry To re try the current operation Select one certain news in Figure 6 2 and click View detailed information will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 6 3 WS New LAUNCH DISTRIBUTOR ANNUAL PORUM HANGHAIL A010 2000 06 04 Da LAUNCH DISTRIBUTOR ANNUAL FORUM SHANGHAL 2010 LAUNCH DISTRIBUTOR ANNUAL FORUM 2000 will be held in Launch Shanghai Industrial Park from July 7 4 2010 Shanghai has attracted eyes from all over the world Because of the Epa 2010 you are invited to visit our Shanghai Industrial Park and the most enjoyable Expo 2010 During this canterence Launch will introduce new products as well as our leading technology share the joy of our 18 years development and draw the roadmap of Launch together Product promotion wall also be held during the conference DATE July 7 5 2010 T d Po 1 Figure 6 3 Buttons description PgUp To view the previous page PgDn To view the next page Return To return to the previous interface Nextltem To view the next item If read timeout a prompt message will appear on the screen as shown in Figure 6 4 In this case please check your network configuration and click Retry 48 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Read time out please try again Figure 6 4 6 2 Software download information Click Info in Figure 6 2 the
28. ngs a screen shown as Figure 2 15 will appear IN System Settings Change Language WIFI Settings User Data import Export Date Time Settings Power Option Adjust Screen Brightness Screen Calibration System Clean Figure 2 15 Click OK in Figure 2 15 modules will appear on screen for your selection as shown in Figure 2 16 gl Data import and export gt Export select module HI Diagnosis EZ ignition analysis Figure 2 16 In Figure 2 16 select Diagnosis and click Enter history files similar to Figure 2 17 will be listed on the screen 14 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual sl DEM O 20110624180 119 2431 AUSSER EENEG RE EN DEMO 20110623 EE EN DENCH 201 1310 vd 3 DEM O 201106291 80415 w131 DEMO 2011 EE ME KEEN DEMO A011 0G LEO AAL DEM 201106231 804548 x43 Figure 2 17 Click the checkbox to select the desired files in Figure 2 17 and click OK to export the data A dialog box shown as in Figure 2 18 will pop up on the screen after data is exported successfully Click OK the Enter icon will become active and click it to import the history data E ME a e Wl Vale meer and export gt Export select module H Diagnosis J ignition analysis Data ime 6 Successfully export history data Figure 2 18 Note If Export history data failed appears on screen please click Export to export the data again Method for Import is same as Export S
29. ons reach top dead center at the same time one is compression the other is the exhaust two spark plugs will be ignited at the same time at this time the ignition for the former cylinder with high pressure low temperature gas mixture the ignition is valid while for the latter one with low pressure high temperature exhaust gas the ignition is invalid X 431 GDS can test and analyze the primary secondary signal coming from various engine ignition systems For detailed operations and specifications refer to X431 GDS Scopebox user s manual 9 3 Sensor Vehicle sensors are the signal input devices for electrical control systems which can transform all kinds of running parameters such as vehicle speed coolant temperature engine RPM air flow throttle opening etc into the electronic signal for the vehicle computer who can optimize the engine running status per the above mentioned parameters to keep the engine working in a prime status As the sensors can be separated into many types when you troubleshoot a related sensor fault you shall focus not only on the sensor itself 61 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual but also the whole trouble circuit and variety of sensors parameters while running Sensor simulation test function is specially developed to diagnose and simulate vehicle sensor faults including DC voltage simulation Fixed frequency simulation Predefined waveform simulation and Hand drawing waveform simula
30. ormal phenomena Detecting interrupted while testing It results from electromagnetic interference or loose connection No response while communicating with vehicle ECU Make sure that the voltage of vehicle battery is in specified range the throttle is in the closed position and all electrical consumers are turned off and water temperature is in specified range Some systems can not be diagnosed The diagnostic socket for the system on some early vehicle may be separated Refer to the vehicle instruction manual No corresponding trouble codes description It is generally normal circuit sequel search the most approaching trouble code and analyze it 64
31. orted Batterybox Optional Detects the vehicle battery status and provides inside the vehicle and outside the vehicle testing modes LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 2 1 2 Structure 1 Structure view Figure 2 2 X 431 GDS Main set structure view Table 2 1 X 431 GDS terminals and indicators description No Name Descriptions temperature of internal parts LAN terminal Connect to wire network with LAN cable 6 Diagnose terminal Connect to test cable USB ports Connect to USB devices While connecting function boxes Scopebox must be connected to the blue USB port Mi Hard Disk indicator Indicates diagnosis communication state green Power indicator red Indicates power status Power connector Connect to outer power to supply power or charge for main unit LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 11 Diagnostic box Communication module between main unit and vehicle Print the displayed results Ai Power switch Press to turn on the device and hold pressing to turn off the device ip display Color touch screen to display the function interface touch input or manual input is supported temperature normal 2 Scopebox structure N Figure 2 3 Scopebox structure view Table 2 2 Scopebox terminals and indicators description No Name 1 B type USB port Connect to main unit with USB cable when it is applied as separated USB device Power connector Connect to power supply via the power
32. peed FR Wheel speed RR Vehicle speed Dynamic proportion valve fault Dynamic proportion valve ABS system state System relay Figure 3 20 Select the desired datastream and click OK then the recorded dynamic datastream information will appear as shown in Figure 3 21 41 LAUNCH Datastream name Wheel speed FL Wheel speed FR Vehicle speed Dynamic proportion valve System relay Figure 3 21 42 X 431 GDS User s Manual Value Unit System 80 Km h Hen 80 vun 9 Fle 50 No LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 3 4 Flow chart for entering diagnostic program Press Power Switch to turn on Single click Diagnose in the main menu Select maker interface of X 431 GDS Select the model per the icon Here only take some functions of DEMO for example as the operations on the other models series and systems are the same Enter diagnose interface Read Clear Read data Special DTCs DTCs streams function 43 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 4 Heavy Duty diagnosis platform Heavy Duty platform included in X 431 GDS is designed for Heavy Duty vehicles including diesel and gasoline automotive diagnosis Users can select Heavy Duty function depending on product configuration It has the following features No need to switch voltage level when testing 24V trucks Support all the current X 431 test software Fast upgrading via the internet to keep updated with the latest vehicle
33. program version as shown in Figure 3 2 Note The operations for other models series and systems are similar to DEMO Please refer to the relevant operation interface for details Here only take the DEMO for an example 30 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual BENZ V44 70 All Systems se the elec control sys of MG up to 2008 inciluceENGINE CHASSIS BODY and othe tc IE as operation is the sarr the original scan tool Figure 3 2 Buttons descriptions System To display the desktop functions view current version No and exit the program Help To view help information for current operations File To view Recently used models and Historical driving records PgUp To view the previous page PgDn To view the next page OK To go to next step Back To go back to the previous interface 31 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 3 3 How to diagnose In Figure 3 2 click OK to proceed to Figure 3 3 ih Demo program Engine AIT ABS SRS Body Control Module Vehicle Theft Deterrent Instrument Panel Cluster Radia Figure 3 3 Note Diagnosing different vehicles has the same operation steps including the test model system model year and the DLC selection options please refer to the page prompts during operation Buttons description System To display the desktop functions view current version No and exit the program Help To view help information for current operations
34. proved Perfect service information including service documents service cases etc 1 3 Product functions Diagnosing covers a wide range of electrical control systems for any model from Asia Europe and America makes Diagnosing and software upgrading keep pace with other products Wi Fi connection easy to make online update feedback search service documents and cases online Browser users can visit the service websites saved in Favorites Inputting website address manually is disabled temporarily VGA interface available for external display LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Ethernet interface for connecting wired network Extending functions by connecting it to Scopebox Sensorbox and Batterybox 1 4 Technical specifications Operation system Windows Embedded Standard CPU 32bits CPU Display 7 TFT Hi brightness color touch screen Dm S Vehicle Type 12V 24V Built in hard disk LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 2 About X 431GDS 2 1 X 431 GDS Main set Figure 2 1 X 431 GDS Diagram 2 1 1 Composition Main Unit Including display diagnosing printing and all standard functions of handheld computer based on Windows operating system built in large capacity hard disk to memorize data supports Wi Fi communication Scopebox Optional Special Scopebox and ignition analysis functions for vehicles are supplied Sensorbox Optional Vehicle sensor analog test and multimeter test are supp
35. s strength 2 Power indicator Indicates the power capacity power charging status connection to outer power supply 3 Time Display current local time LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Various function items are listed in the main menu of X 431 GDS Diagnose Browser Oscilloscope Ignition Sensor Multimeter BatteryTest Information Mailbox Update Settings Help and Exit system as shown in Figure 2 8 Function items and descriptions Diagnose Judge vehicle technical state find out trouble location and cause Browser Visit the service documents websites saved in Favorites Manually inputting a website address is temporarily unavailable Oscilloscope Rapidly determine vehicle electrical equipment and circuit trouble making the measurement and setting of vehicle electrical equipment much easier and intuitive Ignition Display and analyze ignition waveforms assist to detect current status and relevant performance of the engine Sensor Diagnose simulate vehicle ECU sensor trouble Multimeter Measure the physical parameters such as voltage resistance frequency etc BatteryTest The most advanced conductance testing technology in the world is applied to make vehicle battery and charging system testing safe rapid and easy Information Obtain the relevant information of news and software updating via X 431 website Mailbox Feed back the trouble of the device or vehicle to us by E mail and
36. signal Figure 3 11 To view the dynamic waveform of the selected data stream click Advanced gt Plot in Figure 3 11 as shown in Figure 3 12 Data a Datastream name Hate Figure 3 12 Buttons description Plot To display single data stream waveform Record To record the dynamic data stream during a certain time After clicking Record becomes Stop Help To view the help information of current operation Click Plot in Figure 3 12 the waveform of O2 sensor will be displayed on the screen as shown in Figure 3 13 37 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Figure 3 13 In Figure 3 13 click Plot 2 Plot 3 Plot 4 etc four waveforms of selected data stream displayed in different colors will appear on the screen which helps you view easily as shown in Figure 3 14 Figure 3 14 3 3 4 Special Function This function is applied to detect whether the system parameters are normal or not Click Special function in function menu the screen will be shown as Figure 3 15 38 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual ER Engine Read trouble code Clear trouble code Read dala stream Special function Figure 3 15 Note We just take 1 injector as an example to show how to set the special function To detect whether 1 injector works normally or not click 1 injector SA Please Select Fun ox amp A8 System 1 injector AN injector yt injector d r injector
37. successtu Installation successful Help X431 GOS VI 14 019 E V114018 MERE es Installation successful Input X431 GDS V114 009 E V114009 aE Ncprmain XA31 GDS vi 14 03 V114033 DS Figure 2 31 11 Network Test This option helps you detect the network configuration and whether it can browse web page normally Select Network Test in System Settings and click OK a test result page will appear on the screen Figure 2 32 indicates that network is detected successfully Detected the network configuration Successfully Connect X431 Web Services Testing Successfully Test success You can browse the Web normally Figure 2 32 Note If network detecting failed please check the network configuration or Wi Fi connection and detect again 23 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 12 Network Configuration This option is used to configure wired network options Wired Network Configuration interface is shown in Figure 2 33 Wired Network Configuration Automatic IP address Use the following IP address IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Automatic ONS server address Use the following ONS server addresses Preferred DNS server Alternate DNS server Confirm Figure 2 33 Operations Automatically or manually obtain IP includes A You can select Automatic DNS server address or Use the following DNS server address to obtain IP address B You need to set DNS to manually input
38. te on the main menu terms of update service will be shown on 54 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual the screen as shown in Figure 8 1 Terms of Service of X431 Website Figure 8 1 Read the Terms of Service of X431 Website and click Agree to proceed to the next step as shown in Figure 8 2 Some registration information are required to fill by stylus or manually input Fill the product information Le Updates 2Register2 2Praduct infoStep 2 4 Smartbox SN reading Failed Emsure that Smartbox is power on Product SN 000000000000 Password for Dealer code Figure 8 2 By default Product SN is created by system While purchasing this product you will be offered one envelop in which there is the register password secret You can obtain the dealer code from the dealer Complete filling the information in Figure 8 2 and click Next step a new dialogue box pops up 95 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual then fill the detailed user information items with must be filled confirm password must be same as login password Email must be effective and same as confirm Email we will send you the secret information to this Email after registering successfully Click Register a prompt message indicating that you have registered successfully will appear on the screen and you can enter purchasing or download center Note Please contact the local dealers if you can not register 8 2 Update While updating the
39. tion which can help customer to diagnose and simulate the vehicle sensors quickly and conveniently For detailed operations and specifications refer to X431 GDS Sensorbox users manual 9 4 Multimeter X 431 GDS provides an optional function of Multimeter by which you can perform voltage resistance or frequency test For detailed operations and specifications refer to X431 GDS Sensorbox users manual 9 5 BatteryTest X 431 GDS provides an optional function of BatteryTest which adopts the most advanced conductance testing technology in the world detects the vehicle battery status and provides in vehicle and out vehicle testing modes In vehicle testing can complete charging system and ignition system testing Several battery standards and regulars are supported including CCA DIN IEC EN JIS SAE and GB etc For detailed operations and specification refer to X431 GDS Batterybox user s manual 62 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 10 FOA X431 GDS is a hi tech product With the development of modern automotive industry more and more new technologies will be adopted and there may be questions during operation including the software hardware operation and something related to the vehicles Read the users manual to get the answer whenever you have any question or contact our Customer Service Center for help Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers relating to the using of X431 GDS About
40. we will give you a professional reply in time Update Visit X 431 website by Internet one key to update vehicle software it is necessary to complete registering before the first operation Settings Set the relevant function operations Help Display the relevant help information for users Exit system Shut down or restart the main unit 2 3 3 System Settings X 431 GDS provides the following setting items Change Language Wi Fi Settings User Data Import Export Date Time Settings Power Option Adjust 10 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Screen Brightness Screen Calibration System Clean System Information U Disk Update Network Test Multimonitor Network Configuration Rotate Screen and X431 Website Domain Settings and About as shown in Figure 2 9 and Figure 2 10 System Settings Change Language Wi fi Settings User Data Import Export Date Time Settings Power Oplion Adjust Screen Brightness Screen Calibration Systern Clean Figure 2 9 Page 1 KH Sytbem heklings Satz Lem Information U Dick Update Network Test Pel uitiemaniter Network Configuration Rotate Screen 4441 Webate Domain Settings About Figure 2 10 Page 2 11 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 1 Change Language This option is used to define the system language Total seven languages are available Traditional Chinese English French German Italian Japanese Spanish and Portuguese as shown in Figure 2
41. y as shown in Figure 8 6 and Figure 8 7 Figure 8 6 Figure 8 6 shows the downloading progress When 100 appears it indicates that the software has been downloaded completely L Update gt gt One key update State System Installation succeed Figure 8 7 58 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual Figure 8 7 shows the installation state If Installation succeed appears it indicates that installation has completed If the network configuration is not correct software download will fail and Retry turns active In this case please check the network and download it again as shown in Figure 8 8 der Loge SW name BENZ Figure 8 8 Button description System To display the desktop view current version or exit the program Help To view the help information of current page operation Stop To stop downloading or installing Retry To execute the same operation again Return To return to the previous interface 59 LAUNCH X 431 GDS User s Manual 9 Optional functions brief for X 431 GDS 9 1 Oscilloscope X 431 GDS has an optional function of oscilloscope which can make the auto repair technician quickly judged the faults on automotive electronic equipment and wiring If using an ordinary oscilloscope to test the electronic equipment the biggest problem is how to set the oscilloscope adjust the display parameters of oscilloscope to make the waveform become clear while using the automot
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