Auto Test AutoStop Mini Plus User Manual

User Manual

Version 2.014

AutoStop



Mini Plus

N17561

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Table of Contents

AutoStopTM Mini Plus

1 UNPACKING AND FIRST TIME USE .................................................................... 2

1.1 Unit activation ....................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Self Test and Battery Check ................................................................................. 2

2 FOR YOUR SAFETY .............................................................................................. 3

3 OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 4

3.1 Test Conditions and Test Area ............................................................................ 4

3.2 Set-Up in Vehicle ................................................................................................... 4

3.3 Changing the units ................................................................................................ 4

3.4 Running the Test ................................................................................................... 5

3.5 Test Instructions Summary .................................................................................. 6

3.6 Other Functions .................................................................................................... 7

3.7 Printing on Bluetooth printer (optional accessory) ........................................... 7

3.8 Menu Reference .................................................................................................... 8

4 DOWNLOADING .................................................................................................. 12

4.1 Systems Requirements ...................................................................................... 12

4.2 Installing the Data Logger Software From CD .................................................. 12

4.3 Installing the Data Logger Software From Internet .......................................... 12

4.4 Downloading Tests using the Data Logger Software ...................................... 12

4.4.1 Downloading via USB .................................................................................. 13

4.4.2 Downloading via Bluetooth ......................................................................... 21

4.5 Using the Data Logger software ........................................................................ 26

5 SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................. 28

5.1 Hardware Specifications .................................................................................... 28

5.2 Features ............................................................................................................... 28

6 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE.............................................................................. 29

6.1 Return of AutoStop Mini Plus for Calibration ................................................... 29

6.1.1 Packaging ..................................................................................................... 29

6.1.2 Shipping........................................................................................................ 29

6.1.3 Documentation ............................................................................................. 29

7 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................... 29

8 WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... 30

9 AUTHORISED SERVICE AGENTS: ..................................................................... 31

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1 UNPACKING AND FIRST TIME USE

Congratulations on your choice of an AutoStop Mini Plus. Please take the time to read

this User’s Manual before using the AutoStop Mini Plus in the field. Incorrect or

inappropriate use of this instrument may void the warranty. Retain the packing materials
for future shipping and transport of the unit for calibration every two years.

Please complete the warranty registration card and post it to AutoTest Products Pty Ltd,
alternatively visit our website www.autotest.net.au and complete your warranty
registration on line. Your warranty registration ensures that you are kept up-to-date on
any software or hardware changes to your AutoStop Mini Plus.

The packing box of your AutoStop Mini Plus should contain the following:

1. AutoStop Mini Plus

2. User Manual

3. Warranty Registration Card

4. Calibration Certificate

5. Power Adaptor
Optional Accessories:

 MiniPlus Data logger software CD-ROM
 Data Download USB cable
 Bluetooth Wireless printer
 Rare Earth magnet motorbike kit

AutoStop Mini Plus determines triaxial deceleration, measuring forward as well as
sideways deceleration (lane change). AutoStop Mini Plus has a twelve-button operation
via a tactile membrane keypad with LCD display. It is lightweight (500grms) and compact
(200x70x40mm) and can be installed anywhere in the vehicle.

1.1 Unit activation

When you receive your new Meter, you must activate it before you can use it. When you
turn it on for the first time, you will come to the main menu. The first option on the menu
will be “Activate”.
Press the ENTER key to begin activation. You are now prompted to enter the 5-digit
serial number, one digit at a time. Press ENTER to confirm, DEL to re-enter.
Once your meter is activated, it is ready for use, and you will never need to perform the
activation again.

1.2 Self Test and Battery Check

The self-test function is activated each time the AUTOSTOP™ Mini Plus is powered, it
checks the clock, the battery level and the calibration due date. The sequence as follows:

- after initial power up and start-up splash screen sequence the display will indicate

“Test?” If the battery does not have sufficient charge to be used, then it will display
“Warning: Battery Low”.

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2 FOR YOUR SAFETY

Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous. Read the
complete user guide. Further detailed information is given in this manual.

SWITCH ON SAFELY

Do not switch the device on when wireless device use is prohibited or when it may
cause interference or danger.

INTERFERENCE

All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect
performance.

SWITCH OFF WHEN REFUELING

Do not use the device at a refuelling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals.

SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING

Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress.

USE SENSIBLY

Use only in the positions as explained in the product documentation.

QUALIFIED SERVICE

Only qualified personnel may install or repair this product.

ACCESSORIES AND BATTERIES

Use only approved accessories and batteries. Do not connect incompatible
products.

WATER-RESISTANCE

Your device is not water-resistant. Keep it dry.

CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES

When connecting to any other device, read its user's guide for detailed safety
instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.

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3 OPERATION

3.1 Test Conditions and Test Area

The vehicle must be stationary (at a complete stop) prior to commencement of the test.
Ideal conditions are to test the vehicle at a location where no other or only few vehicles
are present. However, if it is necessary to use another area, such as a public road, only
commence the test if there is no danger of an accident. The test area should be a sealed,
flat bitumen road. The headwind should be less than 15km/h.
Test starts with first movement of the vehicle, and concludes when the vehicle comes to
a complete stop. The forward direction of the vehicle is determined when the vehicle first
starts to move. For example, if the test is started when the vehicle pulls out from the kerb,
then the calculated forward direction will be at an angle to the true forward direction. The
first movement of the vehicle must be in the forward direction. Please be sure to follow
the brake test procedure detailed in the latest version of the relevant Inspection Manual
when carrying out a statutory test.

3.2 Set-Up in Vehicle

Attach the Mini Plus to the dashboard, front passenger seat, foot well or centre console
so that the screen is clearly visible and the buttons are accessible. AutoStop Mini Plus is
self-aligning by identifying its orientation during acceleration at the beginning of each test

- Mini Plus can be installed at any angle facing any orientation, but must be secure for
the entire duration of the test as movement can cause wrong deceleration readings.

Note: If Mini Plus is configured for use in heavy vehicles, it should only be mounted flat
on a levelled surface, or on the side-window of the vehicle using suction cup mounts. In
such cases, if the tilt angle of the device is outside the tolerance level, the device will

display “Slope too large”. The tilt warning message will disappear automatically once the

slope angle of the unit is adjusted to the level plane (in reference to ground).

3.3 Changing the units

The resultant average deceleration and max deceleration can be viewed in different units
like g, m/s2 or %. The speed, stopping distance and the side shift can be viewed can be
in imperial and metric units. To select the units, press ON/OFF button to power up the

unit. The display will show “Test?” press →until it displays “Set Accel. Unit?” to
change the units of average and maximum deceleration. There are three options for

acceleration units: m/s2, g or %. Press → to select a unit and ENTER to set a unit.

Acceleration Units

m/s2

g

% (where 0% = 0.00g, 100% = 1.00g)

The units of speed, stopping distance and side shift can be changed to imperial or metric.
Select Imperial/Metric? option from the main menu. Press ENTER. Select imperial or
metric units and press ENTER. The speed, stopping distance and side shift in both units
are as follows:

Unit

Imperial

Metric

Speed

Miles per hour (mph)

Kilometres per hour (km/h)

Stopping distance

Feet (ft)

Meter (m)

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3.4 Running the Test

Turn on AutoStop Mini Plus by pressing ON/OFF. The Mini Plus will go through a start-up
procedure and show the calibration due date. The display will show “Test?” press
‘ENTER’. The Mini Plus will initialise the test procedure by prompting the user to enter
“Examiner ID”, “Customer Name” and “Vehicle Registration No.” The Mini Plus will

remember the previously stored Examiner ID. To change the Examiner ID, press → then
key-in the new ID. Once the vehicle registration number has been entered, the Mini Plus
will then prompt the user select the vehicle category. The vehicle category can either be
“Light Vehicle” (VEHICULE LEGER) or “Heavy Vehicle” (VEHICULE LOURD). Once the
vehicle category has been selected, the Mini Plus will prompt the user to specify the
vehicle type. The vehicle-type is selected from the following tables depending on the
previously selected vehicle category.

Vehicle types for Light Vehicles

(VEHICULE LEGER)

Type

Limit value (m/s2)

VP > 01/10/1989

5.0

VUL > 01/10/1989

5.0

1956 < VP < 1989

5.0

1956 <VUL < 1989

4.5

VP < 31/12/1955

3.5

VUL < 31/12/1955

3.0

Vehicle types for Heavy Vehicles

(VEHICULE LOURD)

Type

Limit value (m/s2)

M1 >3,5t

5.0

M2,M3 avec ABR

5.0

M2,M3 sans ABR

4.8

N1 > 29/09/1989

5.0

N1 < 30/09/1989

4.5

N2,N3 > 01/01/12

5.0

1989<N2,N3< 2012

4.5

N2,N3 < 30/09/89

4.3

Ensemble routier

4.3

Press the (→) and DEL keys to scroll through the list of vehicle types. When a particular
vehicle type is displayed on the screen, press the ENTER key to select it and continue to
the next step. The Mini Plus will then show “Press any key to commence the test”.
After pressing any key, the display will show “Ready to go”. Drive the vehicle to the
desired test speed and apply the brakes. When the vehicle has come to a halt the Mini
Plus will finish the calculations and will display the results – you can then simply compare
them with the specific brake values according to your local regulations. The results that
will be displayed are:

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1. Average Deceleration (SRV36)

2. Maximum Deceleration

3. Test Duration

4. Pass/Fail Outcome

The pass/fail outcome of the test will be determined based on the type of the vehicle
selected and the measured value of the average deceleration (SRV36). If the measured
average deceleration (SRV36) is below the limit value, the test outcome will be ‘Fail’
(INSUFFISANTE). Otherwise, the test outcome will be ‘Pass’ (OK) when the measured
SRV36 value is above or equal to the limit value.

3.5 Test Instructions Summary

Screen Display

Instruction

Keys to Press

Blank Screen

Switch On

ON/OFF

Initial splash screen

Press any key to skip

Test?

Start to run test

ENTER

Examiner?

Enter Examiner ID if it is not
stored previously

Press key and key-in ID
and press ENTER

Customer:

Enter customer name

Key-in customer name and
press ENTER

Reg No:

Enter the Registration no

Key-in registration no and
press ENTER

Test with GPS?

Conduct test with GPS

Press ENTER for YES and
any other key for NO

Press any key to
commence the test

Press any key to commence
the test

Press any key to commence
the test

Ready to go…

Accelerate the vehicle

Prelude…

Forward direction detected.
Keep accelerating to
desired speed, then brake

Sampling…

Wait for result

Calculating…

Wait for result

Avg Decel (SRV36), Max
Decel, duration, pass/fail

Displays the test results of
brake test

Press ENTER

Save?

To save test result

Press ENTER to save or →
to go to next item

Print?

To print test result on
remote Bluetooth printer

Press ENTER to print or →
to go to next item

Print Another?

To print duplicate test result

Press ENTER if you want to
print the test result or press

→

Repeat Test?

To repeat same test

Press ENTER to repeat the
test or → to go to main

menu.

Must:

– Fix Mini Plus securely
– Install in a stationary vehicle
– Must drive in a straight line

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Must not:

– Turn car after starting test
– Hold unit in hand or on body
– Move Mini Plus after pressing start
– Skid wheels

“A good stop is like stopping at a traffic light – steady.”

3.6 Other Functions

 View Results? : Press ENTER and display will show the test number and the

date and time of test. Press → to select the required test number and press
ENTER to view each test result. Mini Plus can store up to ninety test results. At
the end there is a “Clear Results?” option to clear all test results. The Mini Plus
will hold ninety tests and will display “Memory full” when the memory is full and
stored data has to be cleared.

 Adjust Contrast? : Press ENTER to adjust the contrast of the display and press

→ to increase the contrast and DEL to reduce contrast.

 Set acceleration units? : Press ENTER to select acceleration unit. The

acceleration units can be changed to g, percentage or m/s2

 Imperial/Metric? : Press ENTER to change to Imperial or Metric units.
 View Clock? : This function is for viewing the date and time set on Mini Plus.

Press ENTER to view the clock

 Battery Life? : Press ENTER to view the battery life of the Mini Plus
 View Accel? : This function is to view the X, Y and Z-axes of the accelerometer.

Press ENTER to view these values.

 View Test Count? : This function is to view the total number of tests carried on

the Mini Plus after calibration. Press ENTER to view the test count.

 Language? : This function allows users to select a different interface language.

Press ENTER to view available languages. Note: results obtained using French
language will be based on SRV-P036 standard.

3.7 Printing on Bluetooth printer (optional accessory)

In order to print the test results on Bluetooth printer, switch on the printer and give print
command from the Mini Plus. Mini Plus will display “Finding printer” while searching for
the Bluetooth printer. Once the Bluetooth printer is found, Mini Plus will automatically
issue the printout of the test via the Bluetooth printer.
Note: When Mini Plus is not able to find a Bluetooth printer it will display “No printer
found” and "Find printer? Y/N" messages on the LCD screen. Switch OFF the Bluetooth
printer and switch it back ON and select “Find printer? Y” from Mini Plus to retry printing.

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3.8 Menu Reference

Display Main
Menu

Display Sub Menu

Description

Keys to Press

Activate Unit?

This to activate the
MiniPlus as the unit is
locked prior to
shipment

Press ENTER or

→ to view next

item on main menu

Please enter the 5­digit Serial Number
code of this unit,
then press ENTER to
confirm, or DEL to
re-enter. Press any
key to begin

Press any key to
go to next sub­menu

Code: -----

This is to enter the 5­digit serial number
code

Key-in the 5-digit
serial number and
Press ENTER

Unit Activated

This is an indication
that the unit has been
activated

Press ENTER

Test?

This does not appear if
unit is not activated.
This is for carrying out
the test

Press ENTER

Examiner?

This is for enter the
name of the person
carrying out the test.

Press →, when
cursor appears
key-in the examiner
name

Customer:

This is for entering the
name of the customer

Key-in the
customer name
and Press ENTER

Reg No:

This is for entering the
registration number of
the vehicle under test

Key in the
registration number
and press ENTER

Test with GPS?

This is to decide
whether or not the test
require GPS location

Press ENTER for
YES and any other
key for NO

Press any key to
commence test.

This is an indication to
press any key to
commence the test

Press any key

Stabilising…

This is when the unit is
checking its stability

Ready to go…

Accelerate the vehicle
to the desired speed

Prelude…

This indicates forward
motion of the test
vehicle.

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Sampling…

This indicates that the
brakes have been
applied and it is
sampling data for
calculation

Calculating…

This indicates that the
test is complete and
the unit is calculating
the results

The test results are
displayed in a scrolling
text showing the

#AvgDecel,
MaxDecel, Duration,
Pass/Fail

Save?

This is for saving the
current test result

Press ENTER to
save or → to go to

next sub menu

Print?

This is for printing the
test result via
Bluetooth printer
(optional accessory)

Press ENTER to
print or → to go to

next sub menu

Print Another?

This option is to print
another copy of the
same test

Press ENTER to
print or →to go to

next sub menu

Repeat Test?

This is for repeating
test

Press ENTER

View Results?

This is for viewing the
stored data

Press ENTER to
view results or →to

go to next sub
menu

3/n

This is third (last)
result out of n stored
results

Press ENTER to
view results of the
second test or

Press → to go to
next sub menu

2/n

This is second result
out of n stored results

Press ENTER to
view results of the
second test or

Press → to go to
next sub menu

1/n

This is first result out
of n stored results

Press ENTER to
view results of the
second test or

Press → to go to
next sub menu

Clear Results?

This is to clear the
results stored on Mini
Plus

Press ENTER to
clear stores data or

press → to go
back to the main
menu

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Are you sure? Y/N

This is a confirmation
for clearing the results
stored on Mini Plus

Use → to select

Yes/No, then
press ENTER

Set Accel. Unit?

This is to set the units
of average and
maximum deceleration

Press ENTER to
set the acceleration

unit or → to go to
next main menu

Accel unit: m/s2

This is to set the units
of average and
maximum deceleration
in terms of ‘m/s2’

Press ENTER to
set or →to select

another unit

Accel unit: g

This is to set the units
of average and
maximum deceleration
in terms of ‘g’

Press ENTER to
set or → to select

another unit

Accel unit: %

This is to set the units
of average and
maximum deceleration
in terms of ‘%’

Press ENTER to
set or → to select

another unit

Imperial/Metric?

This is to change the
units of speed,
stopping distance and
side shift

Press ENTER to
set the units or

→to go to main

menu

I/M: Metric

This is to change the
units of speed,
stopping distance and
side shift to metric

Press ENTER to
set the unit to

metric or press →
to select another
unit

I/M: Imperial

This is to change the
units of speed,
stopping distance and
side shift to imperial

Press ENTER to
set the unit to
imperial or press

→to select another

unit

View Clock?

This is to view the date
and time on the Mini
Plus

Press ENTER to
set the units or

→to go to main

menu

Date: dd/mm/yy

This shows the date
on the Mini Plus

Wait until display
shows time or

Press → to view
time or Press
ENTER to go to
main menu

Time: hh:mm:ss

This shows the time on
the Mini Plus

Note: press ‘1’ to toggle

daylight saving. When
daylight saving is enabled,
‘*’ will be displayed on
LCD.

Wait until the
display shows date

or Press → to view
date or Press
ENTER to go to
main menu

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Battery Life?

This shows the battery
life on Mini Plus

Press ENTER to
view battery life or

press → to return
to main menu

View Accel. ?

This is to view X, Y
and Z-axes of the
accelerometer

Press ENTER to
view acceleration

or press → to
return to main
menu

Vsum :

This shows the vector
sum of all three axes.

Press → to view
another axis or
press ENTER to go
to main menu

X:

This shows the X-axis
of the accelerometer

Press → to view
another axis or
press ENTER to go
to main menu

Y:

This shows the Y-axis
of the accelerometer

Press → to view
another axis or
press ENTER to go
to main menu

Z:

This shows the Z-axis
of the accelerometer

Press → to view
another axis or
press ENTER to go
to main menu

Tilt :

This shows the tilt
angle of the brake
meter

Press → to switch
to another screen
or press ENTER to
go to main menu

View Test
Count?

This is to view the total
number of tests carried
out on the Mini Plus

Press ENTER to
view the count or

→ to go to main

menu

Printer Type?

Allows user to
configure printer
settings

Press ENTER to
open menu

Bluetooth: YES

To enable or disable
Bluetooth printer

Note: If Bluetooth printer
is disabled, the printing
will occur via RS232.

Press → to toggle

between “YES” and
“NO”, press

ENTER to save
settings and return.

Language?

This allows users to
change the unit
interface language.

Press ENTER to
view available
languages

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English ?

Changes interface
language to English

Press ENTER to
select English

language or → to
see the next
language

French ?

Changes interface
language to French.
Note: Results obtained
using French language
will be based on SRV­P036 standard.

Press ENTER to
select French

language or → to
see the next
language

4 DOWNLOADING

The AUTOSTOP™ Mini Plus can hold 100 tests numbered one to hundred. Test results
stored in Mini Plus can be downloaded to a PC using a USB cable, or via Bluetooth
interface. To download the tests, a datalogger software needs to installed on the PC. The
datalogger software can be installed from the provided CD or can be downloaded from
the Internet.

4.1 Systems Requirements

To use the datalogger software, the PC must meet the following requirements:

 Operating System: Windows 2000 or later
 Disk Space: 10 MB of free hard disk space

4.2 Installing the Data Logger Software From CD

To install the datalogger software from the provided CD, perform the following steps:

1. Insert the Mini Plus Data logger Software CD into your disk drive.

2. Go to My Computer and select your CD-Rom drive (usually D:\ or E:\)

3. Select installation file “setup.exe” and run it.

4. Follow Setup prompts. Make sure you run the application with administrator
level privileges.

4.3 Installing the Data Logger Software From Internet

The latest version of the AUTOSTOP™ Mini Plus datalogger software can be freely
obtained from the Internet by opening the following URL:

http://autotest.net.au/ (Select ‘All products’ then select AutoStop Mini Plus)

When the above link opens, select ‘Datalogger Software’ link under ‘Downloads’. Then
simply download and run the installation file.

4.4 Downloading Tests using the Data Logger Software

There are a couple of ways of downloading data from Mini Plus. The data can be
downloaded via USB or Bluetooth. Once the datalogger software has been installed, run
the software and follow the downloading instructions given below.

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4.4.1 Downloading via USB

Once the Data Logger software is installed, run the Data Logger software and connect
the Brake Meter to the PC via the supplied USB cable.

Once the USB cable is connected to the PC, switch ON the Brake Meter by pressing the
ON/OFF key. When the Brake Meter is switched ON, the PC will recognise the Brake
Meter device and will search for the USB drivers.

Open device manage to install the USB drivers. The device manager can be accessed by

typing ‘devmgmt.msc’ in the Run Window. The Run Window can be accessed by

pressing  + R from the keyboard. Make sure you have administrator level privileges
when accessing Device Manager.

Select ‘AutoStop MiniPlus’ in the device manager (under Other devices) and right click on
it. Select “Update driver/software”.

USB

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Select “Browse my computer for driver software” to specify the location where the drivers

are located.

When the browse window is shown, select the USB driver folder located in the directory
where the AutoStop Mini+ datalogger software is installed. On a 64-bit operating system,
the default location where USB drivers are likely to be found is at “C:\Program Files

(x86)\AutoTest\AutoStop Mini+ Data Logger\USB Drivers”. On a 32-bit system, the USB

driver’s folder would be at “C:\Program Files\AutoTest\AutoStop Mini+ Data Logger\USB

Drivers”.

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If the Windows displays the following warning message, select “Install this driver software
anyway”.

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If Windows prompts the following dialogue box, select “Install” to install drivers.

When Windows has completed installing the drivers for the USB interface, the following
window will appear. Notice the COM port number displayed on the titlebar. The COM port
will be used when downloading data from the meter using the datalogger software.

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Once the USB drivers have been installed, Windows will diplay the following pop-up
message each time the brake meter is connected to the PC via USB interface.

To verify the installation of the USB driver, locate “AutoStop MiniPlus” in the device

manager under “Ports (COM & LPT)”. If the device drivers are successfully installed,

there will be a COM port number written next to the device name. In the following
example, the COM port number is “COM27”.

To download the results, open AutoStop Mini Plus datalogger software and click on
“Download” button.

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Select USB connection and then press Next.

Select the COM port of the USB connection. The COM port is the same port obtained
earlier during the USB drivers installation process. Make sure the brake meter switched
ON and it is connected to the PC via the USB cable. Press Next to continue.

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Once the connection has been connected successfully, the downloader will display a list
of all tests currently stored on the meter.

Select the tests that need to be downloaded and then press Next. Datalogger software
will automatically download all selected tests.

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Once the desired tests have been downloaded, press Finish to return to the main window
and view test results.

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4.4.2 Downloading via Bluetooth

Before connecting the brake meter to the PC using the Bluetooth interface, make sure
the PC supports Bluetooth connectivity.

Once the Data Logger software is installed, run the software on the PC and switch ON
the brake meter by pressing the ON/OFF key.

When connecting the Brake Meter for the first time using the Bluetooth interface, user will
need to configure the Bluetooth connection. To configure the Bluetooth connection, open
your Bluetooth manager program on your PC and search for Mini+##### device, where
'#####' is the serial number of the brake meter.

Note: the screenshots provided below many not be the same on your PC.
For information regarding Bluetooth device pairing on your PC, please refer to the
documentation of your Bluetooth Manager.

Select the device Mini+##### from the list of discovered Bluetooth devices and create
pairing.

Bluetooth

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When prompted for the pairing code or pin number, enter “0000”.

Once the pairing is established, refresh device services and connect using Bluetooth
serial port service.

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If the following message appears, note down the serial port and press Yes. The serial
port will be later used by the datalogger software.

Users can also check the COM port of the Bluetooth device by viewing the status of the
device.

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Once the Bluetooth connection is setup, the user can now download test results from
Mini Plus using the Bluetooth interface. To download the results, open AutoStop Mini
Plus datalogger software and click on “Download” button.

When the following connection window appears, select “Bluetooth” connection and press
Next.

Select the COM port number of the Bluetooth connection connected with the brake
meter. The COM port number is the same COM port obtained during the Bluetooth
pairing process.

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Make sure the brake meter is ON. Press Next to continue. Once the connection is
established, the datalogger software will acquire a list of all tests currently stored on the
device.

Select the tests that need to be downloaded and press Next. Datalogger software will
then download the selected tests. While downloading, the LCD screen of Mini Plus will
display “Uploading 00%….”

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Once the desired tests have been downloaded, press Finish to return to the main window
and view test results.

4.5 Using the Data Logger software

The Data logger will display all the saved tests and you can view the results of the
particular test and view corresponding graph for each test.

The menu buttons displayed on the top bar can be used to perform the following
operations:

1. Open: Allows opening a previously saved test file on the computer

2. Save: Allows the currently downloaded tests to be saved onto a file on the

computer

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3. Export: This option can be used to view and save the test result in Microsoft Excel

compatible format.

4. Print: this option can be used to print the test result. When printing the tests, the

following box will appear. User can select the printer from which the tests should
be printed. In order print only a single or a few tests, enter the range of the tests to
be printed out. Click on Print button to print.

5. Setting: this option can be used to view the test results in the units set by the Mini

Plus or select a different unit to view the test results.

6. About: to view information about Data logger.

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5 SPECIFICATION

5.1 Hardware Specifications

Measurement Range: -2.0 to +2.0g with accuracy 2.5%
Temperature Range: -10 to +400C

5.2 Features

 Determines tri-axial deceleration, forward as well as sideways deceleration (lane

change)

 Calculates and displays SRV36
 Simple 12 button operation via a tactile membrane pad
 Can be installed any where in the vehicle
 Self-aligning by identifying its orientation at the beginning of each test
 Lightweight (< 500grms) and compact (90 x 200 x 35mm)
 LCD display
 Adjustable display control
 Automatic start function
 Automatic shut-off after 15 minutes to preserve battery life (over 24 hours running

time)

 Built-in integrity check
 Built-in real time clock
 Calibration is internationally traceable through NATA
 Calibration interval twenty-six months
 12 months warranty
 Internet support hotline for diagnostics
 Comprehensive after-sales service and assistance
 EIA RS-232c
 Bluetooth interface
 USB interface
 Memory storage: Ninety tests
 PC down load capability and graph
 16 x 1 character LCD display

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6 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE

The Mini Plus must be re-calibrated every two years. The reason for this is to maintain
creditability in tests and acceptance of data according to international standards. Each
time the unit is turned on; the LCD will show the date that the re-calibration is due. At the
time the unit is due for re-calibration, the LCD screen will show: “Calibration Due!
Please contact your vendor for re-calibration”, and further testing will be disabled.
There are two ways of calibrating the Brake Meter - either return the AutoStop Mini Plus
to your local distributor or by returning the Brake Meter to Auto Test Products (See
Section 6.1).

6.1 Return of AutoStop Mini Plus for Calibration

6.1.1 Packaging

Please remember that you are shipping an electronic instrument. Bubble pack or foam
should surround the Mini Plus and should be inserted into a sturdy cardboard box.

6.1.2 Shipping
Labelling - A label noting “Electronic Device - Fragile” should be placed on the box.
Freight Carrier - Container should be sent “Freight Prepaid”. Auto Test Products has no

preference on freight carriers. However, we prefer that companies such as TNT, IPEC,
UPS, or Federal Express forward units, if a prompt delivery is required.
Ship to: The Service Department, Auto Test Products Pty Ltd, 279 Normanby Road, Port
Melbourne, VIC 3207, Australia. Phone: [phone], or to your nearest service
distributor.

6.1.3 Documentation

A copy of the purchase order for re-calibration and a packing slip must be included with
the shipment. It should note the Purchase Order Number, Date, Serial Number and the
address where the unit should be returned.

7 TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Potential Cause and Action Necessary

Mini Plus will not turn on

Internal electronics have failed - return unit for
servicing.

Mini Plus not recording keypad
input

Keypad damaged- return unit for servicing.

Mini Plus turns itself off during
use

Battery flat-battery needs to be recharged.
Mini Plus won’t run tests

Calibration due - return unit for calibration.

Mini Plus displays Clock failed

The in-built clock has failed. It might be an electronic
fault, or the unit needs to be recalibrated.

Mini Plus displays Error

The test was not carried out correctly; repeat the test.

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8 WARRANTY

AutoTest Products Pty Ltd or any Authorised AutoTest Service Centre warrants this
product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the
original date of purchase. This warranty applies only to products and components
supplied by AutoTest Products which can be identified by the trade name or logo affixed
to them or by other documents. AutoTest Products does not warrant any products not
supplied by AutoTest Products.

During the warranty period, AutoTest Products or any Authorised Service Centre will
repair (or at its option replace) any defective component(s) without charge for parts or
labour, provided the product is returned freight prepaid to an authorised AutoTest Service
Centre. Transit insurance and return freight will be at the owner’s expense.

In order to obtain calibration, warranty or non-warranty service, ship the product, freight
and insurance prepaid go to your nearest AutoTest Service Centre. Attach to the product
your name, address, contact phone numbers, description of the problem and if a
warranty claim, proof of purchase (dated sales receipt or invoice).

AutoTest Products or any Authorised AutoTest Service Centre reserves the right to
refuse warranty repair if accident, abuse, misuse or misapplication has damaged the
product. In transit or as a result of service or modification by other than an Authorised
Service Centre, nor are any other warranties expressed or implied, including any
regarding merchantability or fitness for any other particular purpose.

AutoTest Products or any Authorised Service Centre is not responsible for incidental or
consequential damages resulting from the breach of any express or implied warranty,
including damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, damages for personal
injury.

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9 AUTHORISED SERVICE AGENTS:

AUSTRALIA

AutoTest Products
279 Normanby Rd, Port Melbourne, VIC, 3207
PH: ([phone]

CHINA

Itach Autotech Corp
Room 703 Building A,Guo Run Commercial Plaza, No.46 West,. Feng Tai District, Beijing 100073
PH: (+_10) 8365 9442

DENMARK

BM Autoteknik A/S
Erhvervsparken 7, 9632 Moldrup,
PH: (+ 45) 8669 2022

FRANCE

Actia Muller Services
Rue Des Tourneballets, Luce,
PH: ([phone]

FRENCH POLYNESIA

Cogicat snc.
51 Rue Des Remparts Prolongee, B.P 2828, Papeete, TAHITI, 98 713
PH: (+ 6) 8942 8175

HOLLAND

Stertil B.V
Stokvis Service, Westkern 3, 9288 CA Kootstertille
PH: ([phone]

MACEDONIA

Velmar d.o.o.
Gjorce Petrov 10, 1000 Skopje, Makedonija.
PH: ([phone]

MALASIA

Tritech Safety Sdn Bdn
No38, 2nd Floor, Jalan Pandan Indah, Kawasan Industri Ampang Tambahan, 68000 Ampang, Selangor D.E.
PH: ([phone]

NEW ZEALAND

Brake & Transmission NZ
21-27 Omega St., Albany, Auckland
PH: (+ 64) 9414 3205

SOUTH AFRICA

Brakecore Supply Co
5 Oosthuise St, Ermelo, 2350.
PH: ([phone]

UNITED KINGDOM

Tecalemit Garage Equip. Co. Ltd
Unit 2,Eagle Road, Langage Bus Pk., Plympton, Plymoth, Devon, PL7 5JY
PH: (+017) 5221 9150

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Commercial Vehicle Consultants Inc.
144 Overlook Ave, Staten Island, NEW YORK, 10304.
PH: ([phone]

NOTES:

AUTOTEST Products Pty Ltd.
279 Normanby Road,
Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 3207.

General Enquiry Phone: [phone]
Sales Enquiry Phone: [phone].
Service Enquiry Phone: [phone]
Shipping Enquiry Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone].
Shipping Address: 275 Normanby Rd. Port Melbourne Vic 3207

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail]
For sales enquiries, please contact: [e-mail]
For service enquiries, please contact: [e-mail]

AUTO

TEST

Products Pty Ltd

279 Normanby Road, Port Melbourne. VIC 3207 Australia
Phone: [phone] Sales:([phone]
Service:([phone] Fax: [phone]
Email:[e-mail] [e-mail]

[e-mail] www.autotest.net.au