LAUNCH TECH X-431 V+ User Manual
Version: V1.00.000
Revised date: 2013-10-25
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Safety Precautions
Before using X-431 V+, please read the following safety information carefully.
Never collide, throw, or punch X-431 V+, and avoid falling, extruding and
blending it.
Do not use X-431 V+ in exceptionally cold or hot, dusty, damp or dry
environments.
In places where X-431 V+ is forbidden or using X-431 V+ may cause
interference or generate a potential risk, please turn off it.
To ensure a safe driving, please do not use X-431 V+ while driving.
Turn off X-431 V+ before boarding any airplane.
Do not dismantle X-431 V+ by yourself. If there is any inquiry, please
contact the dealer.
Never place X-431 V+ into apparatus with strong electromagnetic field.
Keep X-431 V+ far away from magnetic devices because its radiations may
erase the data stored on the devices.
Store X-431 V+ out of reach of children and do not allow children to use it
unsupervised.
Please use the included battery and charger. Otherwise, explosion may
happen.
Do not disconnect power abruptly when X-431 V+ is being formatted or in
process of uploading or downloading. Or else it may result in program error.
Precautions on Using X-431 V+
z The ignition switch should be OFF while plugging or unplugging the
DBScar diagnostic connector.
z When DBScar connector is not used, remember to place it into the
diagnostic connector housing located at the back of the protection sleeve
to avoid loss.
z If your vehicle keeps unattended for a week or a long period, it is
suggested to unplug the connector from vehicle’s DLC to save battery
power.
z While diagnosing a vehicle, you are not advised to use phone or
messaging, because it may cause a data communication interruption. If it
happens, it is abnormal and just try to re-do it.
Precautions on Operating Vehicle’s ECU
z Do not disconnect the vehicle inner consumer when the ignition switch is
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on. High voltage transients may encounter at the moment of disconnecting,
which may damage the sensors and the ECU.
z Protect the computer from magnetic object.
z Do cut off the power supply of ECU system before welding on the vehicle.
z Pay more attention to the ECU and the sensors when the operation is next
to them.
z Ground yourself when you disassemble PROM, otherwise ECU and
sensors will be damaged by static electricity.
z Do connect ECU harness connector firmly, otherwise electronic elements,
such as IC inside ECU, will be damaged.
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................. 1
1.1 P
RODUCT PROFILE...................................................................................1
1.2 F
EATURES................................................................................................1
1.3 K
NOWLEDGE OF X-431 V+ .......................................................................2
1.3.1 X-431 V+ Whole Set..........................................................................2
1.3.2 X-431 V+ Tablet PC...........................................................................3
1.3.3 X-431 V+ protection sleeve...............................................................4
1.3.4 DBScar diagnostic connector (using with X-431 V+)........................ 4
1.3.5 GOLO diagnostic connector (applied for personal car owners)........5
1.4 T
ECHNICAL PARAMETERS.........................................................................6
1.5 P
ACKAGE LIST..........................................................................................6
2 PREPARATIONS.............................................................................................. 7
2.1
CHARGING X-431 V+...................................................................................7
2.2
ON USING YOUR BATTERY ............................................................................7
2.3
POWER ON / POWER OFF X-431 V+..............................................................7
2.3.1 Power on............................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 Power off............................................................................................ 7
2.4
TIPS ON FINGER OPERATIONS.......................................................................8
2.5
LOCK & UNLOCK THE SCREEN ......................................................................8
2.5.1 Lock the screen.................................................................................8
2.5.2 Unlock the screen.............................................................................. 8
2.6
SCREEN LAYOUT..........................................................................................9
2.7
STATUS BAR ................................................................................................9
2.8
NOTICE BAR...............................................................................................10
2.9
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DESKTOP.......................................................................10
2.9.1 Move items on the desktop ............................................................. 10
2.9.2 Create a widget on the desktop........................................................11
2.9.3 Delete items from the desktop..........................................................11
2.9.4 Change your wallpaper.....................................................................11
2.9.5 Adjust brightness ..............................................................................11
2.9.6 Set standby time...............................................................................11
2.9.7 Set screen lock................................................................................ 12
2.9.8 Adjust the volume ............................................................................12
2.10
INPUT METHOD.........................................................................................12
2.10.1 Activate / Hide on-screen keyboard ..............................................12
2.10.2 Edit text.......................................................................................... 12
2.10.3 Android input method ....................................................................13
2.10.4 Huawei input method.....................................................................14
3 WI-FI SETTING.............................................................................................. 15
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4 HOW TO DIAGNOSE..................................................................................... 16
4.1
CONNECT DBSCAR CONNECTOR................................................................16
4.2
BLUETOOTH SETTING.................................................................................16
4.3
DIAGNOSIS FLOWCHART.............................................................................17
4.4
USER AND CONNECTOR REGISTRATION ......................................................17
4.4.1 User registration ..............................................................................17
4.4.2 Software layout................................................................................20
4.5
DOWNLOAD DIAGNOSTIC SOFTWARE ..........................................................20
4.6
START DIAGNOSING ...................................................................................23
4.6.1 Read trouble code...........................................................................26
4.6.2 Clear trouble code...........................................................................26
4.6.3 Read data stream............................................................................27
4.6.4 Special function...............................................................................29
4.7
MAINTENANCE DATABASE..........................................................................30
4.8
MY DATA ...................................................................................................31
4.8.1 Diagnostic Report............................................................................31
4.8.2 Operation record.............................................................................. 34
4.9
WHAT’S NEW .............................................................................................34
4.10
CUSTOMER MANAGEMENT .......................................................................34
4.11
ONE KEY UPGRADE .................................................................................35
4.12
CIRCLE ....................................................................................................35
4.13
USER MANAGEMENT................................................................................37
4.13.1 Connector registration................................................................... 37
4.13.2 Modify Personal Information.......................................................... 37
4.13.3 Change Password......................................................................... 38
4.13.4 Setup Security Question................................................................38
4.13.5 Forget Password ........................................................................... 38
4.13.6 Theme............................................................................................ 38
4.13.7 Select Serial Number..................................................................... 38
4.13.8 Connector firmware upgrade file download................................... 39
4.13.9 Log Out..........................................................................................39
4.14
MORE......................................................................................................39
5 OTHERS......................................................................................................... 40
5.1
EMAIL ........................................................................................................40
5.1.1 Configure an email account.............................................................40
5.1.2 Send a email.................................................................................... 40
5.1.3 View a email ....................................................................................40
5.1.4 Delete an email................................................................................41
5.1.5 Revise a account setting .................................................................41
5.1.6 Delete an email account.................................................................. 41
5.2
BROWSER..................................................................................................42
5.2.1 Open browser.................................................................................. 42
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5.2.2 Download files ................................................................................. 42
5.2.3 Manage bookmarks.........................................................................42
5.2.4 Set homepage.................................................................................43
5.2.5 Clear history.....................................................................................43
5.3
USING BLUETOOTH....................................................................................43
5.3.1 Open Bluetooth................................................................................ 43
5.3.2 Allow other devices to search for X-431 V+....................................43
5.3.3 Search other devices and pair X-431 V+ with it.............................. 44
5.3.4 Send file via Bluetooth.....................................................................44
5.4
CAMERA ....................................................................................................44
5.4.1 How to take a picture....................................................................... 44
5.4.2 How to record a video...................................................................... 45
5.5
GALLERY ...................................................................................................46
5.5.1 Open gallery ....................................................................................46
5.5.2 View pictures or videos....................................................................47
5.5.3 Edit photos.......................................................................................47
5.6
MUSIC .......................................................................................................48
5.7
CALENDAR.................................................................................................49
5.8
ALARMS.....................................................................................................49
5.8.1 Add an alarm ...................................................................................49
5.8.2 Delete an alarm ...............................................................................49
5.8.3 T urn on/off alarm..............................................................................49
5.9
FILE MANAGER ..........................................................................................49
5.10
APPLICATIONS .........................................................................................49
5.10.1 Install applications.........................................................................49
5.10.2 View installed applications............................................................. 50
5.10.3 Uninstall applications..................................................................... 50
5.11
SET DATE & TIME .....................................................................................50
5.12
ENTER POWER SAVING MODE...................................................................50
5.13
CLEAR CACHE..........................................................................................51
6 FAQ.............................................................................................................. 52
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1 Introduction
1.1 Product Profile
X-431 V+ is a new Android-based vehicle trouble diagnostic device devel oped
for internet applications. It inherits from LAUNCH’s advanced diagnosing
technology and is characterized by covering a wide range of vehicles, featuring
powerful functions, and providing precise test result.
Through the Bluetooth communication between vehicle diagnostic connector
and variant mobile intelligent terminals, it achieves X431 series full car model
and full system vehicle trouble diagnosis, which include Reading DTCs, Clearing
DTCs, Reading Data stream, Actuation Test and Special Functions.
Meanwhile, taking advantage of mobile internet, it integrates more application
and service, such as Customer Management, Maintenance Database, One Key
Upgrade, Circle etc.
X-431 V+ adopts a higher performance-price ratio tablet computer, which is
equipped with Android 4.0 operating system, 1.2GHz four-core CPU and 10.1”
HD IPS screen display.
1.2 Features
1. Diagnose:
Can diagnose the electronic control system of prevailing vehicle
models covering Asian, European, American and Chinese. Diagnosis
functions include: Read DTCs, Clear DTCs, Read datastream, Special
functions etc;
Specially designed for Android platform with clear and user-friendly
interface;
Via Bluetooth, it is simple for DBScar diagnostic connector to
communicate with X-431 V+;
Equipped with an exclusive X-431 V+ protection sleeve to prevent it
from being damaged;
2. Browser: built-in Wi-Fi module makes surfing on the internet freely;
3. Email: allows you to send and receive email. External POP3 or IMAP email
account for some common Web email service provider can be added;
4. Search: enables you to locate your target quickly and conveniently;
5. File Manager: with it, you can manage the files or downloaded files stored
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in SD card efficiently;
6. Settings: to configure your personalized X-431 V+ through it;
7. Other additional functions: alarm, calendar and calculator etc.
8. Applications: Other android based applications can be customized to install
or uninstall.
1.3 Knowledge of X-431 V+
1.3.1 X-431 V+ Whole Set
X-431 V+ is composed of an X-431 V+ Tablet PC, a protection sleeve and a
diagnostic connector (in red & black).
Fig. 1-1 X-431 V+ whole set
A ---- X-431 V+ Tablet PC (See Chapter“1.3.2”)
B ---- Protection sleeve (See Chapter “1.3.3”)
C ---- Diagnostic connector (in red & black) (See Chapter “1.3.4”)
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1.3.2 X-431 V+ Tablet PC
Fig. 1-2 X-431 V+ Tablet PC
No. Name Notes
1 Light intensity sensor
2 Front camera
3 POWER key In Off mode, press it to turn on
X-431 V+;
In On mode, press it to activate
the LCD if the LCD is blank.
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In On mode, press it to turn off
the LCD if the LCD lights up.
4 VOLUME +/- key Used to adjust the volume.
5 Microphone
6 Rear camera
7 Card slot
8 Earphone jack
9 USB port /Charging
slot
10 Speakers
1.3.3 X-431 V+ protection sleeve
Dismantling X-431 V+ protection sleeve
To remove protection sleeve from X-431 V+ main unit, follow the steps described
as below to proceed:
1. Pull the black sleeve outwards from the right margin of X-431 V+, and then
remove it completely.
2. Reverse the upper enclosure and then use the screwdriver to loosen all
screws.
3. Take out the lower enclosure from the upper enclosure.
4. Finally remove X-431 V+ Tablet PC from the upper enclosure.
Note: Reverse the above-mentioned steps to install X-431 V+ protection sleeve.
While mounting it, please pay more attention to the installation d irection.
1.3.4 DBScar diagnostic connector (using with X-431 V+)
1
2
4
3
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Fig. 1-5 DBScar diagnostic connector
①
OBD-16 diagnostic
connector
To connect to vehicle’s OBD2
DLC.
②
Power indicator It lights up while plugging the
DBScar connector into the
vehicle’s DLC.
③
Communication
indicator
It will flash once the DBScar
connector is communicating with
X-431 V+ or it is being reset.
④
Micro USB port To connect to PC for data
transmission or upgrade via USB
cable.
This diagnostic connector works only with X-431 V+. If it keeps unattended,
please place it in right position.
1.3.5 GOLO diagnostic connector (applied for personal car owners)
Fig. 1-7 GOLO diagnostic connector (optional)
The GOLO diagnostic connector shown in Fig. 1-7 provides same indicators and
ports as the DBScar diagnostic connector (in red & black). Please refer to
Chapter 1.3.4.
However it is designed for personal car owners and mainly applied with smart
phone based on Android OS (Before using this connector, users need to
download and install the diagnostic software firstly. For detailed operations,
please refer to “User’s Manual” included with it.). It can not be used with X-431
V+ together.
Since X-431 V+ features Customer Management, it is very helpful for repair
shops to maintain friendly relationship with customers and manage customer’s
data. In view of it, repair shops may recommend this powerful connector to
customers.
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1.4 Technical Parameters
X-431 V+:
¾ Operating system: Android
¾ CPU: Four-core 1.2GHz processor
¾ Battery: 6600mh, rechargeable polymer lithium battery
¾ Extension memory card: 32G Micro SD(TF) card supported
¾ Memory: 1GB
¾ Storage capacity: 8GB
¾ LCD: 10.1 inch
¾ LCD resolution: 1280 X 800
¾ Touch screen: capacitive touch screen
¾ Cameras: 3.2 mega rear and 0.3 mega front
¾ Wi-Fi: supported
¾ Bluetooth: supported
¾ Working temperature: -10 ~ ℃ 55 ℃ (14°F to 131°F)
¾ Storage temperature: -20 ~ ℃ 70 ℃ (-4°F to 158°F)
¾ Weight: about 0.64Kg
¾ Outline dimension: 257.4*175.9*9.9mm
DBScar Connectors:
¾ Working voltage : 9 ~15V
¾ Average working current: about 35mA
¾ Standby current: about 25mA
¾ Working temperature: -20 to 55 (℃ -4°F to 131°F)
¾ Storage temperature: -30 to 70 (℃ -22°F to 158 °F)
¾ Storage humidity: <80%
¾ Working humidity: <60%
¾ Net weight: about 26g
1.5 Package List
While purchasing, please check the following accessories:
¾ X-431 V+ Tablet PC (including X-431 V+ protection sleeve)
¾ Confidential paper
¾ DBScar diagnostic connector (in red & black)
¾ OBD II extension cable
¾ Cigarette lighter cable
¾ Power adaptor
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¾ USB data cable
¾ Non-16pin connector
2 Preparations
2.1 Charging X-431 V+
1. Insert the included USB cable into the charger.
2. Plug the charger into AC outlet.
3. Connect the other end of USB cable to X-431 V+. If
appears on the
screen, it indicates it is being charged.
4. If the logo changes into
, it indicates that the battery is fully charged.
Disconnect the charger from the AC outlet.
5. Unplug the USB cable on the charger from X-431 V+.
2.2 On using your battery
If the battery keeps unused for a long time or battery is completely
discharged, it is normal in case it can not be turned on while being charged.
Please charge it for a period and then turn it on.
To prolong the service life of the battery, avoid charging too frequently.
The charging time of battery varies with temperature condition and battery
consumption status.
While X-431 V+ has low battery, a beep will sound. If it is very low, X-431
V+ will be switched off automatically.
2.3 Power on / power off X-431 V+
2.3.1 Power on
Press the POWER key until it is slightly vibrated to turn on X-431 V+.
Note: if it is the first time you use your X-431 V+ or X-431 V+ keeps idle for a
long time, X-431 V+ could fail to be turned on. It results from low battery. In
this case, please charge your X-431 V+ for a while and try to turn it on.
2.3.2 Power off
1. Press the POWER key, an option menu will pop up on the screen.
2. Tap “Power off” to turn off X-431 V+.
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2.4 Tips on finger operations
Single-tap: To select a item or launch a program.
Double-tap: To zoom in so that the text on a webpage appears in a
column that fits your device’s screen.
Long press: Press and hold on the current interface or area until a
contextual menu pops up on the screen, and then release it
Slide: To jump to different pages.
Drag: Tap the desktop icon and drop it to other location.
Spread apart / Pinch together: To zoom in manually, place two
fingers on the screen and then spread them apart. To zoom out,
place two fingers apart on the screen and then pinch them together.
2.5 Lock & unlock the screen
Many screen lock modes are available on X-431 V+. Take the preset screen-lock
mode as example for demonstration.
2.5.1 Lock the screen
When X-431 V+ is ON, press POWER key once to lock the screen;
The system will lock the screen automatically after X-431 V+ remains i dle
over the preset standby time.
2.5.2 Unlock the screen
Press POWER key to activate the screen, and then drag the lock to
“Unlock” position.
Note: if you define as unlock using the pattern, you have to draw the right
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target pattern to unlock it.
2.6 Screen Layout
On-screen keys and status bar are as follows:
1
Tap
to view the recently launched applications and running
applications.
2 Tap to jump to the main menu screen.
3 Tap to return to the previous screen.
4 It shows: system time, Wi-Fi connection status and signal
strength, battery status and other information. Tap the digital
clock to open the notice panel.
5
Tap
to hide operation bar. Swipe the screen from the
bottom to restore it.
6 Display the widget and application icons.
7
Tap
to create a widget.
2.7 Status bar
For detailed indicators, please see the following table.
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Indicators Definitions Indicators
Definitions
Airplane mode
Bluetooth is on
Positioning GPS
Charging
Battery is fully
charged
Low battery
New mail
Preparing SD card
To do list is set
Alarm has been set.
uploading
downloading
Connected to a PC
USB bound is
activated
Available Wi-Fi is
detected
Connected to Wi-Fi
Notes:
> When the
icon appears on the status bar, please charge it
immediately.
> If this
icon appears, please clear or delete some applications.
Insufficient memory may cause the installation failure of applications or data
can not be saved.
2.8 Notice bar
The notice bar is used to display some activities, such as new message, to do
list and running tasks. You can also open the notice bar to view the reminder or
activity notification.
2.9 Customize your desktop
2.9.1 Move items on the desktop
1. Hold and press the item to be moved until it is shaken.
2. Drag and drop it to the target location.
Note: Drag the icon to the margin of the screen and keep it still, the system
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will switch to other extension de skt op, place it to the desired location.
2.9.2 Create a widget on the desktop
1. Tap on the upper top corner.
2. Tap a widget, keep it pressed and then drag it to the desired desktop
window.
2.9.3 Delete items from the desktop
1. Hold and press the item to be moved until it is shaken.
2. Drag it on the trash icon, then release it.
Warning: Deleting an icon will uninstall the corresponding application.
Please be careful to do so.
2.9.4 Change your wallpaper
1. Hold and press a blank area on the desktop, a pop-up wallpaper window
will be shown on the screen.
2. Set different wallpaper as desired:
• Wallpapers: Choose a still picture from gallery as wallpaper.
• Live Wallpapers: Open it to choose one of the preset live wallpapers as
wallpaper.
• Gallery: Set the pictures you captured as wallpaper.
2.9.5 Adjust brightness
X-431 V+ is equipped with a built-in light intensity sensor. It can adjust the
screen brightness according to the ambient light intensity automatically.
Alternatively, you can also adjust it manually.
Tips: Reducing the brightness of the screen is helpful to save the power of
X-431 V+.
1. On the main menu screen, tap
> All > Display > Brightness.
2. Choose one of the followings to adjust it:
> Automatic brightness: check the box before “Automatic brightness”.
> Manual adjustment: Deselect the “Automatic brightness”, and then drag
the slider to adjust it.
2.9.6 Set standby time
If no activities are made within the defined standby period, the screen will be
locked automatically and the system enters sleep mode to save power.
1. On the main menu screen, tap
> All > Display > Sleep.
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