Expandable Electrical
Diagnostic Platform
For testing 12-volt automotive batteries
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EXP-717
Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Before You Begin .......................................................................................7
Safety ..............................................................................................................................7
General Precautions .............................................................................................................7
Conventions Used in This Manual ...................................................................................7
Note: Truck info ...............................................................................................................8
Registering Your Analyzer ...............................................................................................8
Chapter 2: Description ................................................................................................. 9
Test Leads, Connectors, and Data Ports ........................................................................9
Display and Keypad ......................................................................................................10
Data Entry Methods .......................................................................................................11
Menu icons ...........................................................................................................................11
Option Buttons .....................................................................................................................11
Scrolling Lists .......................................................................................................................11
Alphanumeric Entry ..............................................................................................................11
Menu Maps ....................................................................................................................12
Main Menu ..........................................................................................................................12
Print/View Menu ..................................................................................................................13
Info Menu ............................................................................................................................ 13
Utilities Menu .......................................................................................................................14
Chapter 3: Test Preparation ....................................................................................... 15
Inspecting the Battery ....................................................................................................15
Testing Out-of-Vehicle ...................................................................................................15
Testing In-Vehicle ..........................................................................................................15
Connecting the Battery Test Cable ................................................................................15
Setting User Preferences ..............................................................................................16
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Contents
Chapter 4: Battery Test .............................................................................................. 17
Additional Test Requirements ........................................................................................18
Vehicle Type / Taxi test ........................................................................................................ 18
Surface Charge ...................................................................................................................18
Select the Temperature (not always) ................................................................................... 18
Before / After Charge ..........................................................................................................19
Deep Scan Test ................................................................................................................... 19
Battery Test Results ......................................................................................................20
Chapter 5: QC Test ..................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 6: Utilities ...................................................................................................... 22
Confi g T ester .................................................................................................................22
Display ...........................................................................................................................23
Shop ..............................................................................................................................24
Coupon ..........................................................................................................................25
Edit Coupon ...................................................................................................................25
Language ......................................................................................................................25
Format Disk ...................................................................................................................25
Update ...........................................................................................................................25
Battery Menu (only for the Quality Control Test) ...........................................................26
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Contents
Chapter 7: Info Menu .................................................................................................. 27
T otals .............................................................................................................................27
Transfer .........................................................................................................................27
Version info ....................................................................................................................27
Chapter 8: Print/View ................................................................................................. 28
View Test .......................................................................................................................28
View QC Test .................................................................................................................28
Chapter 9: Truck info .................................................................................................. 29
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 30
The Display Does Not Turn On .....................................................................................30
The STATUS LED Flashes (Midtronics Printer) ............................................................30
Data Will Not Print .........................................................................................................30
Chapter 11: Tester Internal Batteries ........................................................................32
Battery Power Indicator .................................................................................................32
Replacing the Tester Batteries ......................................................................................32
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Contents
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Chapter 1: Before You Start
Chapter 1: Before You Begin
Safety
!
Because of the possibility of personal injury, always use extreme caution when working with
batteries. Follow all manufacturers’ instructions and BCI (Battery Council International) safety
recommendations.
General Precautions
• DANGER—RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES: Batteries can produce a highly explosive mix
of hydrogen gas and oxygen, even when the battery is not in operation. Always work in a
well-ventilated area.
• WARNING—REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
• Battery acid is highly corrosive. If acid enters your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly
with running cold water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. If battery acid
gets on your skin or clothing, wash immediately with water and baking soda.
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery.
• Always wear proper safety glasses or face shield when working with or around
batteries.
• Keep hair, hands, and clothing as well as the analyzer cords and cables away from
moving engine parts.
• Remove any jewelry or watches before you start servicing the battery.
• Use caution when working with metallic tools to prevent sparks or short circuits.
• Never lean over a battery when testing, charging or jump starting it.
Conventions Used in This Manual
To help you learn how to use your analyzer, the manual uses these symbols and typographical
conventions:
The safety symbol followed by the word WARNING or CAUTION indicates
!
CAUTION
instructions for avoiding hazardous conditions and personal injury.
The word CAUTION without the safety symbol indicates instructions for
avoiding equipment damage.
The wrench symbol indicates procedural notes and helpful information.
UP ARROW
POST TYPE
The text for keypad buttons and soft-key functions are in bold capital letters.
The text for screen options are in regular capital letters.
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Chapter 1: Before You Start
Note: Truck info
In the following chapters we will describe the menu structure and functionality of the passenger car
software. In many of the cases this will also serve the Truck tester version. More info can be found
in chapter 9.
Registering Your Analyzer
Before using your tester, we recommend that you register it online
to activate your warranty. Registration will also make it faster and
easier for you to obtain technical support and service, and order
parts and accessories. In addition, you’ll be alerted to any important
information, like product updates and special offers.
To register, log on at www.midtronics.com/warranty.html and have
your serial number ready. The number is at the bottom of the label
on the back of the analyzer (Figure 1).
Figure 1:
Serial Number Location
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Chapter 2: Description
Chapter 2: Description
Test Leads, Connectors, and Data Ports
For the cable test leads, there are two connectors on the top of the tester (Figure 3).
• For the battery test cable, there is a 6-pin connector with a locking ring.
Figure 3: Top of EXP Figure 4: Bottom of EXP
IR data
transmitter
Accessories
port
6-pin
connector
IR temperature
sensor
DB-9
connector
for future
expandability
SD card slot
for future
upgrades
There are two IR data ports on the top of the Tester (Figure 3).
• An IR data transmitter, which transmits test results to the optional IR printer.
• An IR temperature measurement sensor.
The tester also has a DB-9 connector for future expandability and an SD card slot for future software upgrades or data logging. (Figure 4).
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Chapter 2: Description
Display and Keypad
The keypad and display work together to help you quickly fi nd and use the right tools at the right time.
The display also keeps you on track with on-screen navigation aids, directions and messages. Figure
6 shows how the elements on the screen relate to the keypad.
The Internal Batteries
Status Indicator, which appears in the screen’s top
left corner, lets you know
the status and charge
level of the analyzer’s 6 1.5 V
batteries. The X shown in the
fi gure shows that the tester is
powered by the battery you’re
testing to conserve the internal
batteries.
Press the two Soft Keys linked
to the bottom of the screen to
perform the functions displayed
above them. The functions
change depending on the menu
or test process. So it may be
helpful to think of the words
appearing above them as part
of the keys. Some of the more
common soft-key functions are
SELECT, BACK, and END.
The Title Bar shows you the
name of the current menu, test
tool, utility, or function.
The Selection Area below the
Title Bar contains items you select or into which you enter information. The area also displays
instructions and warnings.
The Directional Arrows on the
display show you which Arrow
Keys to press to move to other
icons or screens. The Up
and Down Directional
Arrows, for example, let
you know to press the
UP and DOWN ARROW
keys to display the screens that
are above and below the current
screen.
The Left and Right Directional
Arrows let you know to use the
LEFT or RIGHT ARROW keys
to highlight an icon for selection.
When you connect the tester
to a battery it functions as a
voltmeter. The
voltage reading appears above the left soft
key until you move to other
menus or functions.
In some cases, you can use
the Alphanumeric Keypad to
enter numerical test parameters
instead of scrolling to them with
the ARROW keys.
You’ll also use the Alphanumeric Keys to create and edit
customer coupons. The keypad
includes characters for punctuation. To add a space, press the
RIGHT and LEFT ARROW keys
simultaneously.
Press the POWER button to turn
the Tester on and off. The Tester also turns on automatically
when you connect its test leads
to a battery.
Whichever way you turn on the
Tester, it always highlights the
icon and setting you last used
for your convenience.
Figure 6: Main Menu and Keypad
Another navigational aid is the
Scroll Bar along the right side
of the screen. The position of its
scroll box tells you which menu
screen you’re viewing.
Scroll Bar
Scroll
Box
Top
or only
screen
Middle
screen
Last
screen
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Chapter 2: Description
Data Entry Methods
To perform a particular test or function, the tester will ask for different types of information. This means
that the methods you use to enter information will change depending on the type of information requested. The four types of entry methods are described below.
Typically, the soft key below the right half of the screen confi rms your choice, although the word above
it may vary.
Menu icons
A menu icon is a graphical representation of a function you can select, such as the Diode Icon in the
DMM Menu. To select an icon, use the LEFT or RIGHT ARROW key to highlight it. To confi rm your
selection, press the appropriate soft key.
Option Buttons
Some lists have option buttons before each item. To select an item, use the UP/DOWN ARROW keys
to move the dot into the button next to the item you want. You can also use the alphanumeric keypad
to enter the number preceding the option button. To confi rm your selection, press the a ppropriate so ft
key.
Scrolling Lists
Scrolling lists contain items that extend above and below the screen or the selection box that contains
them. To indicate that there are more items, the symbols
appear to the right of the fi rst visible or
highlighted item on the list.
To select from this type of list, use the
UP/DOWN ARROW keys to scroll to the item, or use the keypad
to enter your choice, and press the appropriate soft key.
Alphanumeric Entry
Some selections require you to use the alphanumeric keypad. These “user-defi ned” selections have
a cursor to the right of the last character.
Use the
number you want by rapidly pressing its key as many times as needed. If you pause, the cursor moves
to the right. To backspace, press the
Use the UP/DOWN ARROW keys to highlight a line for editing. When fi nished, press the appropriate
soft key to save your settings.
UP/DOWN ARROW keys to highlight a line for editing. Display the character, symbol, or
LEFT ARROW key. Use the RIGHT ARROW key to add a space.
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Chapter 2: Description
Menu Maps
This section will help you get to your destination while letting you know what test leads you may need
when you arrive. The test leads are represented by symbols for their connectors.
Main Menu
The Main Menu is the starting point for all tools and utilities, which are depicted as icons. Some icons
lead directly to the function they represent, while others are menu icons that lead to two or more
functions. Menu icons are marked here with an asterisk (*) and are mapped on the following pages.
MAIN MENU (Screen 1)
*
Tests a battery using
the battery information
you select in a series of
screens.
(voltmeter reading)
*
Includes a test counter,
data transfer utility, the
EXP software version
and serial number.
(voltmeter reading) an icon
Quality Control Mode for
testing Stock batteries or
compound batteries.
MAIN MENU (Screen 2)
*
Nine utilities, many of
which customize your
user interface.
Enables you to view your
stored test results and
print them to an optional
IR printer.
an icon
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Chapter 2: Description
Print/View Menu
The tester stores the last test results in its memory until you perform another test. To review or print
results before you retest, select a test type in the Print/View Menu.
REPORTS
Displays the last Battery
and System Test results.
Sends the results to an
optional IR printer.
to Main Menu an icon
Displays the last QC Test
result. Sends the result
to an optional IR printer.
Info Menu
The Info Menu has three utilities to help you manage your test data, and track the usage and history
of your tester.
REPORTS
Displays the total Battery
and System Tests performed since the tester
was fi rst used.
to Main Menu an icon
An optional IR software
and hardware package
enables you to transfer
test data to a PC.
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Displays the software
version, total tests from
fi rst use, and the serial
number.
Chapter 2: Description
Utilities Menu
The Utilities Menu lets you customize your analyzer to suit your needs.
SETUP (Screen 1)
Settings to adjust the
date and time etc.
Settings to adjust the
screen contrast and
Enables you to confi gure
the printer to IrDA.
backlight time.
to Main Menu an icon
SETUP (Screen 2)
Enables you to add a
custom header to printed
test results.
If you’ve created a coupon in the Edit Coupon
utility, use Coupon to
Enables you to create a
coupon at the bottom of
printed test results.
turn it on and off.
to Main Menu an icon
SETUP (Screen 3)
Sets the language of the
display and printouts.
to Main Menu
Change, add or delete batteries
for Compound/Stock mode
to Main Menu
Formas the SD card to
receive data. Also erases
all data on the card.
SETUP (Screen 4)
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Updates the software using fi les on an SD card.
an icon
an icon
Chapter 3: Test Preparation
Chapter 3: Test Preparation
Inspecting the Battery
Before starting the test visually inspect the battery for:
• Cracked, buckled, or leaking case. If you see any of these defects, replace the battery.
• Corroded, loose, or damaged cables and connections. Repair or replace them as
needed.
• Corrosion on the battery terminals, and dirt or acid on the case top. Clean the case and
terminals using a wire brush and a mixture of water and baking soda.
• Low electrolyte level. If the electrolyte level is too low, add distilled water to fill up to 1/2
above the top of the plates and fully charge the battery. Do not overfill.
• Corroded or loose battery tray and hold-down fixture. Tighten or replace as needed.
Testing Out-of-Vehicle
The preferred battery test location is in the vehicle. However, if you plan to test out of the vehicle:
• Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery first and reconnect it last.
• Always use a carry tool or strap to lift and transport the battery.
Testing In-Vehicle
The preferred test position is at the battery posts. If you must test at a remote-post location, it should
have both a positive and negative post.
At the start of the test, make sure all vehicle accessory loads are off, the key is not in the ignition, and
the doors are closed.
Connecting the Battery Test Cable
CAUTION: Do not connect the tester to a voltage source greater than 30 Vdc.
Connect the battery test cable to the tester by fi rst aligning the cable connector’s 6 pins with the
holes on top of the tester. Firmly insert the connector and tighten the locking ring.
Connect the clamps to the battery: the red clamp to the positive (+) terminal and the black clamp to
the negative (–) terminal.
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Chapter 3: Test Preparation
If you connect the clamps in the wrong polarity (positive to negative or negative to positive), the tester
displays CLAMPS REVERSED! Reconnect the clamps correctly.
To make sure both sides of the clamps are gripping the terminals, rock the each clamp back and forth.
A poor connection will prevent testing, and the tester will display the message CHECK CONNECTION.
If the message reappears after you have correctly reconnected the clamps, clean the terminals and
reconnect.
The message WIGGLE CLAMPS can indicate that there is no good connection between the clamps
and the battery posts. This could be because of corrosion on the posts. Wiggle the clamps and
retest.
If there is a problem with the cable resistance the same message can appear. Contact Midtronics for
further action.
Note: When the battery voltage is below 0.5 Volt the message CHECK CONNECTION can appear.
Fully charge the battery and retest.
Setting User Preferences
Before starting your test you may want to customize the use of your analyzer by setting preferences
in the Utility Menu. The menu has settings for the display’s date and time, the contrast and backlight
time, a utility to customize printouts for the optional IR printer, among others.
To conserve the analyzer’s internal batteries, the tester will turn off after 30 seconds of
inactivity.
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Chapter 4: Battery Test
Chapter 4: Battery Test
The tester will guide you through the steps of selecting your battery test parameters and interpreting
the results. Before you start the test, review the instructions in Chapter 3: Test Preparation.
1. Select the battery LOCATION.
1
OUT OF VEHICLE
2
IN VEHICLE
Press the
NEXT soft key to continue. The BACK soft key returns you to the Main Menu at the
start of the test and to the previous screen as you progress.
2. Select the Ah value
Read the value from the battery and confi rm with ENTER. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW or
enter the value with the keypad.
3. Select the BATTERY TYPE.
1
REGULAR
2
VRLA
3
Press the
4
SPIRAL
GEL
NEXT soft key to continue.
4. Select the BATTERY STANDARD
1
CCA
2
JIS
3
5
6
Press the
4
DIN
SAE
IEC
EN
NEXT soft key to continue.
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Chapter 4: Battery Test
5. Enter the CCA value of the battery
Press the
UP/DOWN ARROW keys or use the numeric keys to select the
battery rating or in the case of JIS, the part number. To increase your
scrolling speed, hold down the UP or DOWN ARROW key.
Press the NEXT soft key to start the test.
For the next few seconds the tester will display the word
TESTING and a stopwatch
while it evaluates the battery.
6. Vehicle ID
For further vehicle identification you can add a 17 digit text. This text will also appear on
the print-out.
Additional Test Requirements
For a more decisive result the tester may ask for additional information or probe deeper into the
battery’s condition. The following messages and instructions may appear before the analyzer displays
the results of your test.
Vehicle Type / Taxi test
The Taxi test is used to perform an extra test.
1. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Surface Charge
The battery will hold a surface charge if the engine has been running or after the battery has been
charged. The tester may prompt you to remove the surface charge before it begins testing.
1. Follow the instructions indicating when to turn the headlights on and off.
2. The tester will resume testing after it detects that the surface charge is removed.
Select the Temperature (not always)
Point the tester at the battery , make sure the tester is within a 5 cm reach of the battery to capture the
correct temperature.
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Chapter 4: Battery Test
Before / After Charge
In some cases the tester may ask you wheather the battery was charged prior to the test. When the
vehicle has been driven just prior to the test answer the question with BEFORE CHARGE. Press
NEXT to continue.
Deep Scan Test
In some cases the tester may need to further analyze the battery to determine whether the battery
should be replaced or it has a signifi cant chance to be recovered. It will then conduct a Deep Scan Test
of the battery for a few seconds.
TESTING
DEEP SCAN TECHNOLOGY
PLEASE WAIT . . . . . . . . . .
After the Deep Scan Test the tester will display the results.
The next section describes the battery test decisions and suggests actions to take.
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Chapter 4: Battery Test
Battery Test Results
After the test the tester will display one of fi ve battery decisions with the complete results in a series
of screens as shown in Figure 14. Use the
send the results to an IR printer, press the PRINT soft key. To return to the Main Menu, press the END
soft key.
Battery decision
Table 1: Battery Decisions and Recommendations
Decision Recommended Action
GOOD BATTERY Return the battery to service.
UP/DOWN ARROW keys to scroll through each result. To
Measured voltage
Rating units you
selected for the test
Figure 14
CHARGE & RETEST Fully charge the battery. Allow the battery to rest before retesting.
Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false
readings. If
CHARGE & RETEST appears again after you fully charge
the battery, replace the battery.
REPLACE BATTERY Replace the battery and retest. A
REPLACE BATTERY result may also
mean a poor connection between the battery cables and the battery.
After disconnecting the battery cables, retest the battery using the outof-vehicle test before replacing it.
BAD CELL–REPLACE Replace the battery.
All test results are stored on the SD Card. This data can be copied from the card and used
to verify / compare results.
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Chapter 5: QC Test
Chapter 5: QC Test
The tester has the ability to test multiple batteries one after the other without having to input the
battery rating / settings.
There are two types of QC tests: the STOCK CONTROL or the COMPOUND TEST. (New vehicles)
STOCK CONTROL is meant for batteries standing in a warehouse or on a pallet where as COMPOUND
TESTING is done when the battery is mounted in the (new) vehicle.
1. Select the QC MODE.
2. 1
STOCK CONTROL
2
COMPOUND TEST
On the following page you can see the amount of previously performed tests (x of 100).
Pressing the left and right arrow keys simultaneously will erase all the tests.
Press the
NEXT soft key to continue.
3. Select the type of battery selection. When you select the MANUAL ENTRY you will be
asked to enter all relevant battery data. When you select PRE SELECTION you can
select from a number of batteries that are already in the tester. In the UTILITY menu you
can add or delete batteries.
4. 1
Press the
MANUAL ENTRY
2
PRE SELECTION
NEXT soft key to continue. The MANUAL ENTR Y is analogue to the battery test
as described in chapter 4.
5. Select the minimum voltage
With new batteries you can look at the open circuit voltage to determine the state of charge.
The minimum voltage can be set according to your own quality standard.
6. Select the temperature.
Point the tester at the battery under test and store the temperature.
Print-out
When you print the screen information you will have less information then when you
print from the PRINT/VIEW menu.
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Chapter 6: Utilities
Chapter 6: Utilities
The Utility Menu allows you to easily set up your analyzer:
Confi g Tester
TIME : AM/PM
MODE : 9:07 PM
DATE :
FORMAT :
TEMP. UNITS C
WRITE FAIL ASK
Time
1. Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWS to highlight the hour , minutes. To rapidly scroll, hold down
an ARROW key.
MMM/DD/YYY
6/17/1/29/2009
9 : 19 PM
2. Press the SAVE soft key to save your setting or BACK to return to the ADJUST screen.
Mode
Use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROWS to select the option of your choice. You can select the 24-hour or AM/
PM mode.
Date
Use the arrow keys to select the desired value.
Format
Use the UP/DOWN ARROWS or press the corresponding numerical key to move the dot to the option
button of your choice or enter its number. M/DD/YYY (month/day/year) or DD/MM/YYY (day/month/
year) is available.
Temp. Units
The TEMP. UNITS utility enables you to set the units of measure to either Celsius or Fahrenheit.
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Chapter 6: Utilities
Display
The LCD OPTIONS utility enables you to adjust the contrast of the text on the display and the backlight
time.
Contrast Level
The contrast level is 0 (lightest) to 10 (darkest). To change it:
1. Press the
2. Press the ADJUST soft key to display the option’s numerical scroll box.
3. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys or the corresponding numerical key to select your
preference.
4. Press the
CONTRAST LEVEL screen without saving the changes.
UP or DOWN ARROW to highlight the option.
CONTRAST LEVEL 10
BACKLIGHT TIME 60
10
SAVE soft key to save your setting or the BACK soft key to return to the
(1-10)
Backlight Time
Backlight time is from 0 to 60 seconds. To change it:
1. Press the
2. Press the ADJUST soft key to display the option’s numerical scroll box.
3. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW keys or the corresponding numerical key to select your
preference.
4. Press the
BACKLIGHT screen without saving the changes.
UP or DOWN ARROW to highlight the option.
CONTRAST LEVEL 10
BACKLIGHT TIME 60
60
SAVE soft key to save your setting or the BACK soft key to return to the
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SEC
Chapter 6: Utilities
Confi g printer
Use this option to confi gure your printer. It’s easy to switch your IrDA printer in to the correct
protocol.
Shop
The SHOP INFO utility enables you to create a header for your printed test results showing your
business location information. Its two information screens contain eight lines of text with up to 16
characters on each line.
Screen 1
1–YOUR SHOP NAME
2–1000 ANY STREET
3–YOUR TOWN, STATE
4–YOUR POSTAL CODE
5–YOUR COUNTRY
6–YOUR PHONE NUMBER
7–WWW.WEBSITE.COM
8–YOUR SHOP ID NUMBER
—
—
To create or overwrite a header:
1. Press the
UP or DOWN ARROW to highlight the line you want to change. The cursor will
be blinking to the right of the last character in the line.
2. To move the cursor backward to erase a character, press the
LEFT ARROW key; to move
the cursor forward, press the RIGHT ARROW key.
3. Insert a character by pressing the key associated with the character as many times as
needed.
4. Pess the
SAVE soft key to save your setting or the BACK soft key to return to the SHOP
INFO screen without saving the changes.
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Chapter 6: Utilities
Coupon
The COUPON SELECT utility enables and disables the printing of the custom coupon you’ve created
in the EDIT COUPON utility.
1. Use the
to the option button of your choice.
1 NO USER COUPON PRINTED
2 USER COUPON
2. Press the
COUPON SELECT screen without saving the changes.
UP/DOWN ARROWS or press the corresponding numerical key to move the dot
SAVE soft key to save your setting or the BACK soft key to return to the
Edit Coupon
The EDIT COUPON utility enables you to create a promotional coupon for your customers that prints
at the bottom of every test result. Its two information screens contain eight lines of text with up to 16
characters each.
The editing process is the same as when you create a header for your test results printouts. See the
SHOP utility for more information.
Language
The LANGUAGE utility enables you to select a language for the display and printouts. To set your
preference:
1. Use the
to the option button of your choice. There is a selection of 24 languages.
2. Press the
UP/DOWN ARROWS or press the corresponding numerical key to move the dot
SAVE soft key to save your setting.
Format Disk
Select this utility to format an SD card to receive data or erase all data on the card. The Tester will warn
you before formatting the disk and ask you if you want to continue.
Update
As software updates become available you’ll be able to use this utility to update the Tester software
using fi les on an SD card.
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Chapter 6: Utilities
Battery Menu (only for the Quality Control Test)
Use this option to ADD BATTERY, DELETE BATTERY, IMPORT LIST or EXPORT LIST.
1 BATTERY LIST
2 IMPORT LIST
3 EXPORT LIST
When you use the IMPORT or EXPORT function you can use the SD card to store the data.
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Chapter 7: Info Menu
Chapter 7: Info Menu
The Info Menu has 3 utilities to help you manage your test data and track the usage and history of
your analyzer.
Totals
The TOT ALS report displays the total number of battery tests performed since the Tester was fi rst used.
Press the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys simultaneously to clear the total and reset the starting date.
1 TOTAL TESTS
2 TOTALS BY DECISION
3 CLEAR COUNTERS
Transfer
The TRANSFER utility lets you transfer test data to a PC using an optional IR receiver/software
package.
Version info
Version info displays the software version, the date the software was released, and the serial number
of the analyzer. The utility keeps a permant count of the number of battery tests performed since the
analyzer was fi rst used.
Software version:
Total tests since fi rst use
Serial number of the tester
BUILD:
EEPROM:
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Chapter 8: Print/View
Chapter 8: Print/View
The Print/View Menu enables you to view and print the results of the Battery Tests before you perform
another test and overwrite the results in memory.
View Test
VIEW TEST gives you the option of viewing and printing the results of the Battery and System Tests.
To print the results, align the analyzer’s IR transmitter with the printer’s receiver, and select the
soft key. To return to the Main Menu, press the END key.
View QC Test
VIEW QC TEST gives you the option of viewing and printing all results of the Quality Control T est. T o print
the results, align the analyzer’s IR transmitter with the printer’s receiver, and select the
To return to the Main Menu, press the
END key.
PRINT soft key .
PRINT
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Chapter 9: Truck info
Chapter 9: Truck info
IWith update software it is possible to turn the Passenger car software into a combined Passenger car
/ Truck version. You can contact Midtronics for further information.
Specifi cs for the Truck version:
This software is capable of testing batteries > 115Ah. At the same time it’s possible to test the 2
batteries in the 24V system one after the other.
Battery test
In our case the batteries >115Ah are always of the fl ooded type and therefore you will not be asked
to enter the battery technology.
When testing in vehicle you will get the question if you are testing a single battery or the complete set
of two. When you test two batteries it’s only necessary to enter the parameters once. After testing the
fi rst battery you will be asked to connect to the second battery. All the previous data is stored and at
the end compaired as a total set.
Balance test
In the balance test both batteries are tested and compaired to each other. When you select the
GENERATE PAIR option it’ s always important to test the fi rst battery as GOOD BATTERY. The tester
will indicate what to do further.
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Chapter 10: Troubleshooting
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting
If you have problems with the display or the Midtronics printer, try these troubleshooting suggestions:
The Display Does Not Turn On
• Check the connection to the vehicle battery.
• Press the
• The vehicle’s battery may be too low to power the analyzer (below 1 volt). Fully charge
the battery and retest.
• If troubleshooting does not solve the problem, contact Midtronics. For more info see page
33
POWER button.
The STATUS LED Flashes (Midtronics Printer)
When a printer fault occurs, the STATUS LED fl ashes. You can identify the fault by the number of
sequential fl ashes:
Table 6: Printer STATUS LED
Sequence Condition Solution
* * *
** ** **
*** *** ***
No paper Insert new paper
Thermal head too hot Allow head to cool
Batteries weak Recharge printer
batteries for 16 hours
Data Will Not Print
• If the IR transmitter and receiver are not aligned, all the data may not print. The infrared
ports on the top of the analyzer and on the printer below the MODE button should be
pointed directly at each other. The maximum distance for reliable transmission between
the ports is 17 in (45 cm).
To realign, press the
analyzer and printer; then try to print the test results again.
• Make sure the printer is on. The printer shuts off after 2 minutes of inactivity to conserve
the batteries. To turn the printer on, briefly press the
light should turn on. Make sure you are using the Midtronics printer. Other printers may
not be compatible.
END button to cancel the print job. Verify alignment between the
MODE button. The green STATUS
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Chapter 10: Troubleshooting
• Direct sunlight interferes with infrared data transmission and receiving. If the printer is
not receiving data, remove the printer and EXP from direct sunlight. If the printed characters are not clear or are partially missing, recharge the battery and reprint.
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Chapter 11: EXP Internal Batteries
Chapter 11: Tester Internal Batteries
The Tester uses 6 AA, 1.5-volt batteries (alkaline recommended) to allow testing of batteries down to
1 volt and supply power while the menu is active. The analyzer can test batteries down to 5.5 volts
when the internal batteries are not functioning.
Battery Power Indicator
The square in the upper left corner of the display indicates the charge level of the battery pack. The
square is black when the battery pack is fully charged. It gradually changes to white as the charge
level declines. The Tester will display a warning message when the batteries need replacing.
Full Powered
Figure 7: Power Level Indicator for AA Batteries
Replacing the Tester Batteries
1. Turn the Tester face down.
2. Remove the screw.
3. Press gently on the ridges above the
arrow on the battery compartment
cover.
4. Slide the cover in the direction of the
arrow and remove the cover.
5. Remove the discharged batteries.
6. Insert new batteries as shown in
Figure 22. Make sure the positive
and negative terminals are positioned
correctly.
Decreasing Low
Latch
by test
battery
Press here
Slide in
this direction
7. Insert the door’s tabs into the slots on
the analyzer and slide the door closed,
making sure the latch locks.
Figure 22: Battery Replacement
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Patents, Limited Warranty, Service
PATENTS
The inTELLECT™ EXP Expandable Electrical Diagnostic Platform is made in the U.S.A. by Midtronics,
Inc. and is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,816,768; 4,825,170; 4,881,038;
4,912,416; 5,572,136; 5,585,728; 5,592,093; 5,757,192; 5,821,756; 5,831,435; 5,914,605; 6,051,976;
6,091,245; 6,163,156; 6,249,124; 6,304,087; 6,310,481; 6,316,914; 6,323,650; 6,351,102; 6,359,441;
6,363,303; 6,392,414; 6,441,585; 6,445,158; 6,456,045; 6,469,51 1; 6,534,993; 6,544,078; 6,556,019;
6,566,883; 6,586,941; 6,707,303. Canadian Patents: 1,295,680; 1,280,164. United Kingdom Patent:
0,672,248; 0,417,173. German Patent: 693 25 388.6; 689 23 281.0-08; 93 21 638.6. And other U.S.
and Foreign patents issued and pending. This product may utilize technology exclusively licensed to
Midtronics, Inc. by Johnson Controls, Inc. and/or Motorola, Inc.
LIMITED WARRANTY
This analyzer is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of
two years from date of purchase. Midtronics will, at our option, repair or replace the unit with a
remanufactured unit. This limited warranty applies only to the analyzer, and does not cover any
other equipment, static damage, water damage, overvoltage damage, dropping the unit, or damage
resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse. Midtronics is not liable for any incidental
or consequential damages for breach of this warranty. The warranty is void if owner attempts to
disassemble the unit or to modify the cable assembly.
167-000115A-GB 4/09 ©Midtronics, Inc.
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