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1-4 Operating the OBD II System Tester
POWERING-UP
Connect the OBD II System Tester to the DLC. This
connection will provide power for the OBD II System
Tester. The DLC contains power even when the ignition
is turned off. Connection to the battery is not necessary.
When the OBD II System Tester powers up, a series of screens are displayed. The
screens start with a Welcome screen and end with a Help for Instructions screen.
Before the Help for Instructions screen, the tool performs a self-test and then displays
the software version SW ID: xxxx. Refer to this software version if you need to contact
Actrons technical support line with a problem.
The Help for Instructions screen allows the
user to review the keypad definitions. Press the
? key for instructions or the ENTER key to
continue and display the MAIN MENU.
NOTE: Your OBD II System Tester requires a minimum of 8 volts to power up. If the
power-up persists, review Section 4-2: Tool Problems to find the cause.
KEYPAD
The OBD II System Tester software was designed for ease in operation and naviga-
tion through the menus. Simply follow the instructions that match the keypad symbols
and you will be using your OBD II System Tester like an expert in no time.
CAUTION! DO NOT use solvents like ALCOHOL! This could remove the keypad paint! Use
a mild detergent or water to clean. Let dry thoroughly before operating tool.
Keyboard Functions
The OBD II System Tester uses 6 keys to navigate through the user-friendly software:
ENTER - Used to select functions and respond
to requests.
? - Used to request help when the (|) symbol is
displayed on the lower right hand corner of
the display.
BACK - Used to move one screen back in OBD II
System Tester flow.
ARROWS
UP & DOWN - are always used to move the solid
cursor (`) in the direction of the arrow or
scroll the data list in the direction you want to
move the list.
LEFT/RIGHT - The left/right arrow key is used to answer Yes or No questions.
Tester Keypad
MAIN MENU
`1)OBDII Functions
2)Tool Setup [
3)Tool Self Test |
Welcome To The
OBDII SYSTEM TESTER
by
KAL Equip
Press *|* For
Instructions
Press ENTER To Cont