Snap-on Vantage PRO User Manual

User Manual

February 2011

ZEETM303D Rev. B

Trademarks Acknowledgements

Snap-on, Scanner , and Vantage PRO ar e trademar ks of Sn ap-on In corp orated.
All other marks are trademarks or registered tr ademarks of th eir resp ective hold ers.

Copyright Information

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All rights reserved.

Disclaimer

The information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the
time of printing.

Snap-on reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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For Technical Assistance

CALL 1-800-424-7226 (North America )
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For technical assistance in all other markets, cont act your selling agent.

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Safety Information

!

DANGER

!

WARNING

!

CAUTION

For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the equipment an d
vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that the accompanying Imortant Safety In structions
be read and understood by all persons operating, or coming into contact with, the equipment. We
suggest you store a copy near the unit in sight of the operator

This product is intended for use by properly trained and ski lled pro fessional automo tive
technicians. The safety messages presented throughout this manual are reminders to the
operator to exercise extreme care when using this test instrument.

There are many variations in procedures, techniques, tools, and p art s for servicing vehicles, as
well as in the skill of the individual doing the work. Because of the vast number of test applications
and variations in the products that can be tested with this instrument, we cannot possibly
anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every situation. It is the automotive
technician’s responsibility to be knowledgeable of the system being tested. It is essential to use
proper service methods and test procedures. It is import ant to perform tests in an appropriate and
acceptable manner that does not endanger your sa fety, the safety of others in the work area, th e
equipment being used, or the vehicle being tested.

It is assumed that the operator has a thorough underst anding of vehicle systems before using this
product. Understanding of these system principl es and oper ating theor ies is nece ssary for
competent, safe and accurate use of this instrument.

Before using the equipment, always refer to and follow the safety messages and app licable te st
procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested. Use the
equipment only as described in this manual.

Read, understand and follow all safety messag es and instructio ns in this manual, the
accompanying safety manual, and on the test equi pment.

Safety Message Conventions

Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipm ent damage. All safety
messages are introduced by a signal word indicating the haza rd level.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if n ot avoided, could result in death o r serious
injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not a voided, may r esult in modera te or mino r
injury to the operator or to bystanders.

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Safety Information Important Safety Instructio ns

!

WARNING

Safety messages contain three different type styles.

• Normal type states the hazard.

• Bold type states how to avoid the hazard.

• Italic type states the possible consequences of not avoid ing th e hazard.

An icon, when present, gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.
Example:

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

• Block drive wheels before performing a test with engine running.

A moving vehicle can cause injury.

Important Safety Instructions

For a complete list of safety mess ages, refer to the accomp anying safety manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety Information..................................................................................................................... iv

Table of Contents...................................................................................................................... vi

Chapter 1: Using This Manual................................................................................................... 1

Conventions.................................................................................................................................. 1

Bold Text................................................................................................................................ 1

Symbols ................................................................................................................................. 1

Terminology ........................................................................................................................... 2

Notes and Important Messages............................................................................................. 2

Procedures............................................................................................................................. 2

Tool Help...................................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 2: Introduction.............................................................................................................. 4

Functional Description...................................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ...................................... .... ... ........... 4

The Stand..................................................................................................................................... 6

Technical Specifications............................................................................................................... 7

Operating Specifications................... ....................................... ... ... .... ........................................... 7

Scope Capabilities ................................................................................................................. 8

Test Instrument Capabilities................................................................................................... 8

Control Buttons........................................................................................................................... 11

Y/a (Yes) Button..... ... ... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ... 11

N/X (No) Button....................................................................................................................11

Thumb Pad .......................................................................................................................... 12

Brightness/Contrast Button.................................................................................................. 12

S Button ............................................................................................................................... 12

Power Button ....................................................................................................................... 12

Connections................................................................................................................................ 12

Test Lead Jacks................................................................................................................... 12

DC Power Jack ....................................... ....................................... ... ... .... ............................ 13

USB Port....................... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ......................................... 13

Power Sources........................................................................................................................... 13

AC/DC Power Adapter......................................................................................................... 13

Battery Pack......................................................................................................................... 14

Battery Charger.................................................................................................................... 14

Vehicle Auxiliary Power Cables (Optional)........................................................................... 14

Leads and Clips.......................................................................................................................... 15

Channel 1 Lead............. .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ...... 15

Channel 2 Lead............. .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ...... 16

Alligator Clips....................................................................................................................... 16

Chapter 3: Getting Started....................................................................................................... 17

Supplying Power.................. .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ................................................ 17

Using the Battery Pack ........................................................................................................ 17

Connecting the AC/DC Power Adapter............. ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ...... ... .... ... ... ... ... 19

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Connecting Vehicle Auxiliary Power Cables........................................................................ 19

Powering On the Unit ................................................................................................................. 20

Adjusting Brightness and Contrast............................................................................................. 20

Connecting Leads and Clips............................. ....................................... ... .... ... ......................... 21

Setting Up to Print ...................................................................................................................... 22

Connecting to a Computer.......................................................................................................... 22

Powering Off the Unit ................................................................................................................. 22

Chapter 4: Navigation .............................................................................................................. 24

Screen Layout ............................................................................................................................ 24

Upper Toolbar......................... ... ... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... .... ... ......................... 24

Main Body............................................................................................................................ 26

Lower Toolbar......................... ... ... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... .... ... ......................... 26

Status Bar ............................................................................................................................ 27

Making Selections ...................................................................................................................... 27

Navigating Multi-Window Screens ....................................................................................... 28

Easy Scroll.................................................................................................................................. 29

Screen Messages....................................................................................................................... 30

Confirmation Messages ....................................................................................................... 30

Warning Messages .............................................................................................................. 30

Error Messages.................................................................................................................... 30

Chapter 5: Component Test Operations ................................................................................ 31

Component Tests....................................................................................................................... 31

Identifying the Test Vehicle ........................................................................................................ 32

New Vehicle ID .................................................................................................................... 32

Previous Vehicles ................................................................................................................ 33

Selecting a Component Test......................................................................................................34

Connecting to a Test Vehicle...................................................................................................... 35

Performing Tests........ ... ... ... ....................................... ... .... ... ...................................... .... ............ 35

Changing Views................................................................................................................... 36

Pausing Data ....................................................................................................................... 37

Reviewing Data.................................................................................................................... 38

Using Zoom..........................................................................................................................38

Using Cursors ...................................................................................................................... 39

Taking Snapshots ................................................................................................................40

Resetting Gauges .......................................... ...................................... .... ... ... ......................42

Saving Data ......................................................................................................................... 43

Printing................................................................................................................................. 44

Using Setup ......................................................................................................................... 44

Units..................................................................................................................................... 45

Calibration LED.................................................................................................................... 50

Adjusting Channel Settings.................................................................................................. 50

Setting the Sweep Time.................... ... ... ... ....... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ....... ... ... ... 54

Setting the Trigger ........ .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ...... 55

Trigger Position.......... ... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ....................................... ...... 57

Viewing Component Information ................................................................................................ 57

Identifying the Vehicle.......................................................................................................... 58

Viewing Component Information.......................................................................................... 58

A-Z Index... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ...................................... .... ... ... ...................... 59

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Features and Benefits ................................................................................................................ 60

How To....................................................................................................................................... 60

Power User Tests....................................................................................................................... 60

Chapter 6: Multimeter Operations........................................................................................... 61

Selecting Multimeter Software.................................................................................................... 62

Graphing Meter.................................................................................................................... 62

Digital Meter......................................................................................................................... 63

Performing Multimeter Tests ............................ ....................................... ... .... ... ......................... 65

Chapter 7: Scope Operations.................................................................................................. 66

Selecting Scope Software .......................................................................................................... 67

Lab Scope............................................................................................................................ 67

Ignition Scope ...................................................................................................................... 69

Performing Scope Tests... ... .... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ...... 73

Using Presets............................................................................................................................. 74

Loading Saved Presets........................................................................................................ 75

Editing Presets..................................................................................................................... 76

Deleting Presets................................................................................................................... 77

Copying and Moving Presets............................................................................................... 78

Selecting Multiple Presets.................................................................................................... 79

Chapter 8: Data Management.................................................................................................. 80

Identifying Saved Files ............................................................................................................... 81

Loading Saved Files................................................................................................................... 81

Editing Saved Files..................................................................................................................... 82

Deleting Saved Files................................................................................................................... 83

Copying and Moving Saved Data............................................................................................... 84

Selecting All Files....................................................................................................................... 85

Backing up Saved Files. ... ... ....................................................................................................... 85

Chapter 9: Utilities.................................................................................................................... 86

Tool Setup.................................................................................................................................. 86

Units..................................................................................................................................... 87

Ignition System .................................................................................................................... 88

Power Management............................................................................................................. 88

Save Data ..................................... .... ...................................... .... ... ... ... ................................ 89

Printer .................................................................................................................................. 90

Date ..................................................................................................................................... 90

Time..................................................................................................................................... 91

S Button ............................................................................................................................... 91

Color Theme ........................................................................................................................ 92

System Tools........................... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ... ............................................. 92

Add Program........ ... ... ... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ....................................... ...... 93

System Restore ...................................... ... .... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ............ 93

Tool Help.................................................................................................................................... 93

Easy Scroll.................................................................................................................................. 94

Connect to PC............ ... ....................................... ... ... ... .... ...................................... ... .... ............ 95

Run............................................................................................................................................. 95

Shop Info.................................................................................................................................... 95

System Info.................... ....................................... ... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ................ 96

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Chapter 10: Maintenance.........................................................................................................97

Cleaning and Damage Inspection .............................................................................................. 97

Battery Pack............................................................................................................................... 97

Replacing the Battery Pack.................................. ... .... ... ...................................... .... ... ... ...... 97

10-Amp Fuse ............................................................................................................................. 97

CompactFlash® (CF) Cards....................................................................................................... 98

Storage Tips........... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... .... ...................................... ... ................ 98

Disposal Requirements .............................................................................................................. 98

Appendix A: Troubleshooting................................................................................................. 99

Battery Pack Not Charging......................................................................................................... 99

Unit Will Not Power On............................................................................................................... 99

Emergency Restart........................ ... ... .... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ................................ 99

Appendix B: Using Peak Detect............................................................................................ 101

When To Use Peak Detect....................................................................................................... 101

Example—Testing Secondary Ignition............................................................................... 101

Example—Testing a TPS for Glitches................................................................................ 103

When Not to Use Peak Detect.................................................................................................. 104

Example—Testing an Oxygen Sensor............................................................................... 104

Peak Detect and the Graphing Meter....................................................................................... 105

Appendix C: Using Noise Filter............................................................................................. 106

When to Use Filter.................................................................................................................... 106

Graphing Meter Filter Use.................................................................................................. 106

Scope Filter Use ................................................................................................................ 109

Appendix D: Using Sensitivity Adjustment.......................................................................... 110

When To Use Sensitivity Adjustment ....................................................................................... 110

Improper Sensitivity Adjustments .. .... ... ... ... .... ...... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ...... ... . 110

Some Common Ignition Problems............................................................................................ 113

Example–Vehicle With A Shorted Spark-Plug ................................................................... 113

Example–Vehicle With A Coil Not Firing............................................................................ 114

Index........................................................................................................................................ 116

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Chapter 1 Using This Manual

This manual contains instructions for using the Vantage PRO™ unit.
Some of the illustrations shown in this manual may contain options that are not included on your

system. Contact a sales representative for availability.

1.1 Conventions

The following conventions are used.

1.1.1 Bold Text

Bold emphasis is used in procedures to highlight select able items such as butto ns and menu
options.

Example:

• Press the Y/a button.

1.1.2 Symbols

The following types of arrows are used.
The “greater than” arrow (>) indicates an abbreviated set o f se lection instructions.
Example:

• Select Utilities > T ool Setup > Date.

The above statement abbreviates the following procedu re:

1. Navigate to the Utilities button.

2. Use the Thumb Pad to navigate to and highlight the Tool Setup submenu.

3. Use the Thumb Pad to navigate to and highlight the Date option from the submenu.

4. Press Y/a to confirm the selection.
The solid arrows (e, c, d, b) refer to the four directions of th e Thumb Pad.

Example:

• Press the down d arrow.

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NOTE:

IMPORTANT:

1.1.3 Terminology

The term “select” means to highlight a button or menu item using the Th umb Pad, and then
pressing the Y/a button to confirm the selection.

Example:

• Select Reset.

The above statement abbreviates the following procedu re:

1. Navigate to and highlight the Reset button.

2. Press the Y/a button.

1.1.4 Notes and Important Messages

The following messages are used.

Notes

A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips, and comment s.
Example:

i For additional information refer to...

Important

IMPORTANT indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the test
equipment or vehicle.

Example:

Do not force the CompactFlash® card into the slot.

1.1.5 Procedures

An arrow icon indicates a procedure.
Example:

z To change screen views:

1. Select the View button.

The dropdown menu displays.

2. Select an option from the menu.

The screen layout changes to the format you selected.

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1.2 T ool Help

Your Vantage PRO™ unit Tool Help contains reference and procedural information found in this
manual. From the main menu, access T ool Help on the Utilities menu. See “Tool Help” on page 93
for details.

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Chapter 2 Introduction

The V ant a ge PRO™ unit (Figure 2-1) combines a digit al and gr aphing multime ter, lab scope and
ignition scope with a powerful diagnostic database .

Figure 2-1

This diagnostic database gives you component-specific test information an d automatically
configures the tool for any selected test. A multi-window format lets you simult aneously view
instrumentation readings and component- s pecific test help information.

2.1 Functional Description

Vantage PRO™

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2

3

Figure 2-2 Vantage PRO™ unit front view

1— Transflective screen

2— N/X (No) and Y/a (Yes) but tons

3— Thumb Pad

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4— Right handgrip

5— Brightness/Contrast button

6— S button

7— Power button

8— Left handgrip

1 2 34 56 7 8 9

Figure 2-3

Vantage PRO™ unit top view

1— CompactFlash® (CF) Card Slot 1

Master program CF card slot (no hot swapping).

2— CF Card Slot 2

Supports I/O hot swapping.

3— USB ports

Protected by sliding shield. For printer, keyboard, mouse or PC computer.

4— Channel 1 (CH1, yellow)

V//Diode/Hz/PW/F-INJ PW Duty Cycle%, 200V max.

5— Common ground (COM, black)

6— Channel 2 (CH2, green)

VDC, 200V max.

7— Amps (10A, blue)

32VDC max.

8— Aux Port

DB9F connectors, such as the split lead adapter or the inductive rpm pickup.

9— DC power jack

1— Stand

2— Casing hooks

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Figure 2-4

Vantage PRO™ unit back view

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2.2 The St and

The V antage PRO™ unit has a built-in metal stand attached to the back. When the st and is not in
use, it is secured to the back of the unit by integrated casing hooks.

When extended, the stand allows the unit to rest at a 45° an gle for ha nds-free viewing
(Figure 2-5).

Figure 2-5

The stand can also be extended to a hanging positio n by pre ssing the le f t side towards th e right
and rotating forward (Figure 2-6).

Vantage PRO™ unit with stand extended

Figure 2-6

Vantage PRO™ unit with stand in hanging position

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2.3 T echnical S pecifications

Display:

Transflective Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Visible under any lighting condition
320 x 240 resolution (1/4 VGA)
256 colors

5.7 inches (144.8 mm)

®

CompactFlash

CF Type 1
Slot 1 is for the master program CF card
Slot 2 is for user options, such as a storage CF card

Battery Pack:

Nickel-metal hydride
Rechargeable

External Battery Charger:

Input: 100–240 V AC @ 0.5A, 47–63 Hz

(CF) Card Slot:

Fuse:

®

10 Amp ATO

AC/DC Adapter:

2.5 mm DC plug
Input: 100–240V AC @ 0.5A, 47–63 Hz
Output: 15V DC @ 1.2A

Dimensions:

Width: 11.75 inches (298.45 mm)
Height: 6.90 inches (175.26 mm)
Depth: 2.40 inches (60.96 mm)

Weight (including battery pack):

3 lbs 12.5 oz (1.509 Kg)

Operating Temperature Range:

32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)

Storage Temperature Range:

–4 to 140°F (–20 to 60°C)

Mini

2.4 Operating Specifications

The following tables detail the Vantage PRO™ unit operating specifications for:

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• Scope capabilities

• Test instrument capabilities

2.4.1 Scope Capabilities

The following tables (Table 2-1 and Table 2-2) detail the Scope capabilities for:

• Analog to digital (A/D) conversions

• Horizontal sweep and frame storage

Table 2-1

Function Range Accuracy/comments

Channels 2 Common grounds
Sample Rate 8 Msps Maximum
Resolution 12 bits

Scope: Analog to digital conversions

Table 2-2 Scope: Horizontal sweep and frame storage

Sweep

50 µs 200
100 µs

–20 s

†

Buffer storage consists of contiguous

screens of 2 channel data.

Data Points

per Channel

250

Buffer Storage*

per Channel

1305 screens
(262 K data points)

1048 screens
(262 K data points)

2.4.2 Test Instrument Capabilities

Test instrument capabilities are shown in the table below.

Function Range Resolution Accuracy

1 A 0.001 A +(1.5% + 2 digits)

Amps
(Internal)

Diode/
Continuity

1

Accuracy, measured at 25°C, is shown as ± (% of reading)

+ (Number of least significant digits).
For example, a 100V DC signal accuracy reading would be

± (0.25% + 2 digits), or 99.75 to 100.25 ± 2 digits; or 99.73
to 100.27.

2 A

0.01 A +(1.0% + 2 digits)5 A

10 A

2.5 0.002 V +(1% + 2 digits)

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Function Range Resolution Accuracy

1Hz–1500Hz:

0.1%
1501Hz–3000Hz:

0.2%
3001Hz–7500Hz:

0.5%
750Hz–15kHz:

1%
15001Hz–20kHz:

1.5%

1Hz–9kHz +
(1%+ 2 digits)

9001Hz–20kHz +
(2% + 2 digits)

Duty-cycle

20

40

60

80

100

1

5
10
50

0.01Hz

+(0.25% + 2
digits)

100 0.1Hz
250 0.1Hz

Frequency
Hz

500
1000

1Hz

+(0.5% + 2 digits)

2000 3Hz
5000 20Hz

+(1.5% + 2 digits)10000 100Hz
20000 300Hz
50000 1800Hz +(3.5% + 2 digits)
2000

Ignition
scope

3000
5000
10000

5V

—
15000

50V20000
50000
20

MC Dwell
degrees

0.1° +(0.5% + 2 digits)40
60
40 0.05
400 1

Ohms

4k 10
40k 100

+(1.5% + 2 digits)

400k 1k
4M 10k +(2.0% + 2 digits)

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Accuracy, measured at 25°C, is shown as ± (% of reading)

+ (Number of least significant digits).
For example, a 100V DC signal accuracy reading would be

± (0.25% + 2 digits), or 99.75 to 100.25 ± 2 digits; or 99.73
to 100.27.

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Function Range Resolution Accuracy

Pulse-Width

0.005 s

0.01s

0.025 s

0.05 s

0.1 s

0.01ms

0.1ms0.25 s

+(1.7% + 2 digits)

+(0.1% + 2 digits)

1

0.5 s
2 s 1ms

Rpm 2-cycle
(inductive)

Rpm 4-cycle
(inductive)

Secondary
rpm

— 1 rpm +(0.3% + 2 digits)

— 1 rpm +(0.3% + 2 digits)

—

1 rpm
10 rpm

+(0.3% + 2 digits)

0.1 0.1 mV

0.2

0.001 V0.5
1

Volts AC
RMS

2

+(1.5% + 4 digits)

0.01 V5
10
20
50

0.1

0.2

0.1 V

0.1 mV

0.5

0.001 V1
2

Volts DC
(Channel 1)

5

+(1.0% + 2 digits)

0.01 V10
20
50

0.1 V100
200

1

Accuracy, measured at 25°C, is shown as ± (% of reading)

+ (Number of least significant digits).
For example, a 100V DC signal accuracy reading would be

± (0.25% + 2 digits), or 99.75 to 100.25 ± 2 digits; or 99.73
to 100.27.

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Function Range Resolution Accuracy

0.1 0.1 mV

0.2 0.1 mV

0.5 0.001 V
1 0.001 V

Volts DC
(Channel 2)

Volts DC
Transducer

inputs

1

Accuracy, measured at 25°C, is shown as ± (% of reading)

+ (Number of least significant digits).
For example, a 100V DC signal accuracy reading would be

± (0.25% + 2 digits), or 99.75 to 100.25 ± 2 digits; or 99.73
to 100.27.

2 0.001 V

50.01 V
10 0.01 V
20 0.01 V
50

0.1 V100
200

— 0.0025 V +(1.0% + 2 digits)

+(1.0% + 2 digits)

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2.5 Control Buttons

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t (Figu re 2-2 on page 4) has the following control buttons:

• Y/a button

• N/X button

• Thumb Pad (c, e, b, d)

• Brightness/Contrast button

• S button

• Power button

2.5.1 Y/a (Yes) Button

The Y/a button does the following:

• Selects the item you highlighted using the Thumb Pad.

• Toggles between cursors.

2.5.2 N/X (No) Button

The N/X button does the following:

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• Exits a menu or program.

• Moves the highlight between the upper and lower pa rt s of the scr een.

2.5.3 Thumb Pad

The Thumb Pad (c, e, b, d) moves the highlight around the screen for making menu or field
selections and is typically used in combination with the Y/a and N/X buttons.

2.5.4 Brightness/Contrast Button

The Brightness/Contrast button let s you adjus t the screen for o ptimum viewing. See “Adjusting
Brightness and Contrast” on page 20 for details.

2.5.5 S Button

The S button can be customized to perform dif fer ent functions fr om the Utilities > Tool Setup
menu. See “S Button” on page 91 for details.

2.5.6 Power Button

The Power button powers the V antage PRO™ unit on and of f. The option to put the unit in S tandby
mode is also available. See “Powering Off th e Unit” on p ag e 22 for details.

2.6 Connections

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t u ses the following conn ections ( Figure 2-3 on page 5):

• Test lead jacks

• DC power jack

• USB port

2.6.1 Test Lead Jacks

Stan dard safety ba nana ja cks are use d with test lead s.
For related information, see the following sections:

• “Leads and Clips” on page 15

• “Connecting Leads and Clips” on page 21

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NOTE:

2.6.2 DC Power Jack

The DC power jack can be used to power the unit with the AC/DC power adapter.
For related information, see the following sections:

• “AC/DC Power Adapter” on page 13

• “Connecting the AC/DC Power Adapter” on page 19

2.6.3 USB Port

The USB port can be used for connecting to a printer, keyboard or a PC.
For related information, see the following sections:

• “Setting Up to Print” on page 22

• “Editing Saved Files” on page 82

2.7 Power Sources

Your Vantage PRO™ unit can receive power from the following sour ces:

• AC/DC power adapter

• Battery pack (rechargeable)

• Vehicle power a dapters (op tional)

2.7.1 AC/DC Power Adapter

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t can be p owered from a wall socket using th e AC/DC power adap ter
(Figure 2-7).

When both the AC/DC power adapter and the battery pack are inst alle d, the AC/DC power
adapter is the primary power source.

Figure 2-7

AC/DC power adapter

i When connected to the Vantage PRO™ unit, the AC/DC power adapter will not charge an installed

battery pack. See “Battery Charger” on page 14 for details.

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2.7.2 Battery Pack

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t can be p owered by a r echarge able nickel-metal hydride battery pack
installed at the bottom of the unit behind the ri ght handgr ip (Figure 2-8).

2.7.3 Battery Charger

The battery pack is recharged by an external battery charger (Figure 2-9).

Figure 2-8

Battery pack installation location

Figure 2-9

The V a nt age PRO™ batter y charger uses the sa me AC/DC powe r supply that can also be used
to power the Vantage PRO™ unit. See “AC/DC Power Adapter” on p age 13 for more details.

Battery charger

2.7.4 V ehicle Auxiliary Power Cables (Optional)

The Vantage PRO™ unit can be powered from a vehicle u sing the op tional Li ghter Powe r Cable
and the optional Battery Power Cable (Figure 2-10).

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NOTE:

IMPORTANT:

1

2

Figure 2-10 Optional vehicle power adapters

1— Battery Power Cable
2— Lighter Power Cable

i If powering from a vehicle battery using the Battery Power Cable, the Lighter Power Cable is

also required.

2.8 Leads and Clips

The V a nt age PRO™ kit in cludes the fo llowing st a ndard leads and clip s:

• Channel 1 lead

• Channel 2 lead

• Alligator clips

Pull on the connector, not the wire, to remove the leads from their jacks. Pulling on the wire can
damage the leads.

See “Connecting Leads and Clips” on page 21 for more details.

2.8.1 Channel 1 Lead

The shielded yellow lead is used for Channel 1 (Figure 2-11). The lead color matches the color of
the CH1 jack on the Vantage PRO™ unit and the trace color of Ch 1 on the test screens. A
stackable, black right-angle ground plug is att a ched.

Figure 2-11

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Yellow Channel 1 Lead

Introduction Leads and Clips

2.8.2 Channel 2 Lead

The shielded green lead is used for Channel 2 (Figu re 2-12). The lead color matches the color of
the CH2 jack on the Vantage PRO™ unit and the trace color of Ch 2 on the test screens. A
stackable, black right-angle ground plug is att a ched.

2.8.3 Alligator Clips

Three insulated alligator clips are included: one yellow and one green clip to match each test lead,
and one black clip for the ground lead (Figure 2-13).

Figure 2-12

Figure 2-13

Green Channel 2 Lead

Alligator Clip

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Chapter 3 Getting Started

NOTE:

This section explains how to get sta rted using your V antage PRO™ unit. The following procedures
are covered:

1. Supplying power to the Vantage PRO™ unit

2. Turning on the unit

3. Adjusting Brightness/Contrast

4. Connecting leads and adapters

5. Setting up to print (optional)

6. Turning off the unit

3.1 Supplying Power

There are several ways to supply power to the Vantage PRO™ unit:

• Using the Battery Pack

• Connecting the AC/DC Power Adapter

• Connecting Vehicle Auxiliary Power Cables

3.1.1 Using the Battery Pack

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t comes with a rech argeable nickel-m et al hy dride batte ry p ack and an
external battery charger.

For related information, see the following sections:

• “Battery Pack” on page 14

• “Battery Charger” on page 14

• “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page 97

• “Battery Pack Not Charging” on page 99

Before using the battery pack for the first time, you must fully charge it.

z To charge the battery pack:

1. Plug the AC/DC power adapter into the DC power jack of the battery char ger.

i Do not put a hot battery pack in the battery charger unit. Allow the battery p ack to coo l fir st. Fo r

optimal battery charging, the ideal room temperature is 77°F (25°C) ±5°.

2. Vertically insert the battery pack into th e charge r (Figure 3-1).

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Getting Started Supplying Power

NOTE:

1

2

3

4

Figure 3-1 Battery pack charge orientation

1— Battery pack
2— Battery charger
3— DC power jack
4— Charge status lights

When charging begins, a red status light displays.

3. Let the battery pack charge until a steady green status light displays.
When the battery pack is too hot, too cold, or unable to hold a charg e, both red an d green

charge status lights will flash. If the charge status lights flash for more than two hours, the
battery pack may need replacing. See “Battery Pack Not Charging” on p age 99.

i A fully discharged battery pack takes four hours to charge.

z To install the battery pack:

• Remove the right handgrip and insert the battery pack into the vacant battery slot (Figure 3-2).

Figure 3-2

Battery pack slot

z To extend the life of the battery pack:

• Before recharging the battery pack, let it become completely discharged.

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Getting Started Supplying Power

A four minute warning will display before the battery pack becomes completely discharged
(Figure 3-3).

Figure 3-3

Sample low battery warning

z To continue working after the battery warning displays:

• Choose and connect a AC/DC power adapter.

3.1.2 Connecting the AC/DC Power Adapter

The AC/DC power adapter (Figure 2-7 on page 13) provides power from a wall socket and is
required to charge your battery pack.

1

Figure 3-4

1— 2.5 mm plug

Sample AC/DC power supply connected

z To connect the AC/DC power adapter:

1. Plug the 2.5 mm end of the AC/DC power adapter into the DC power jack on the top of your
V a nt age PRO™ uni t (Figure2-3 on page 5).

2. Plug the other end into an appropriate wall socket.

3. Press the Power button.
After the start up sequence is comple te, th e main menu scre en displays.

3.1.3 Connecting V ehicle Auxiliary Power Cables

Optional vehicle auxiliary power cables can be used to provide power from the vehicle to your
V antage PRO™ unit.

For related information, see “Vehicle Auxiliary Power Cables (Optional)” on page 14.

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Getting Started Powering On the Unit

z To connect the vehicle auxiliary power cables:

1. Plug the 2.5 mm end of the Lighter Power Cable in to the DC power jack on top of the Vantage
PRO™ unit.

2. Plug the other end of the Lighter Power Cable into either the ciga rette lig hter or th e Battery
Power Cable receiver.

3. If the Battery Power Cable is used, clip the other ends of the Battery Power Cable to the
positive and negative battery terminals of your test vehicle.

3.2 Powering On the Unit

When a master storage CF card is installed in slot 1 and power is supp lied, you can power on the
V antage PRO™ unit.

For related information, see:

• “Supplying Power” on page 17

• “Powering Off the Unit” on page 22

• “Unit Will Not Power On” on page 99

z To power on the Vantage PRO™ unit:

• Press and hold the Power button (Figure 2-2 on page 4) until the unit beeps.

After a few seconds the main menu screen displays.

3.3 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast

The Brightness/Contrast button (Figure 2-2 on page 4) on the front of the unit adjusts the screen
for optimum viewing.

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Figure 3-5

Set Brightness/Contrast dialog box

1— Brightness slide control
2— Contrast slide control

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Getting Started Connecting Leads and Clips

NOTE:

NOTE:

z To adjust brightness and contrast:

1. Press the Brightness/Contrast button.
The Set Brightness/Contrast dialog box displays (Figure 3-5).

2. Select a slide control using the right c or left e arrows.

3. Press the up b or down d arrows to adjust brightness and contrast.

4. Press N/X to close the dialog box.

3.4 Connecting Leads and Clips

The V ant age PRO™ unit uses st andard safety banan a jacks. The followi ng section explains how
to connect the provided Vantage PRO™ unit leads and clips, a s needed .

i If you need to extend the length of a lead using a jumper wire, keep it as short as possible.

z To connect the Channel 1 lead:

1. On the top of the Vantage PRO™ unit, plug the right-angled black ground plug into the jack
labeled COM.

2. Plug the right-angled yellow connector into the jack labeled CH1.

3. Attach the yellow alligator clip to the yellow straight end of the lead and the black alligator clip
to the black straight end of the lead.

4. Connect both of the alligator clip ends to the test vehicle, as needed .

i Use the black stackable ground plug on the CH1 lead for grounding any other lea d requirin g a

common ground.

z To connect the Channel 2 lead:

1. Plug the black ground plug of the Channel 2 lead into the stackable ground plug of the
Channel 1 lead.

This ground connection shields the Channel 2 lead.

2. Plug the right-angled green connector into the jack labeled CH2.

3. Attach the green alligator clip to the straight end of the Channel 2 lead.

4. Connect the alligator clip end to the test vehicle, as needed.

z To connect for internal amps tests:

1. Plug the yellow connector into the blue jack labeled 10A, and p lug the r ight-ang led black
ground plug into the jack labeled COM.

2. Attach the yellow alligator clip to the yellow straight end of the lead and the black alligator clip
to the black straight end of the lead.

3. Connect the alligator clip ends to the test vehicle, as needed.

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Getting Started Setting Up to Print

3.5 Setting Up to Print

Your Vantage PRO™ unit prints from USB-enable d PCL 3 or hi gher prin ters.
Before you can use the Print button in the upper toolbar, you must do the following:

1. Set up the printer .

2. Configure the Vantage PRO™ unit to print.

z To set up the printer:

• Connect a USB cable between your V ant age PRO™ unit and your printer. See Figure 2-3 on

page 5 for connection location.

• Refer to your printer’s documentation for instructions on powering your p rinter a nd loading

paper.

z To configure the Vantage PRO™ unit to print:

• Select a printer manufacturer and port from the Utilities > Tool Setup > Printer dialog box.

See “Printer” on page 90 for details.

3.6 Connecting to a Computer

Connecting your Vantage PRO™ unit to a computer for file sharing requires the use of the optional
ShopStream Con nect™ sof twar e. ShopStream Connect is a free soft ware pr ogram th at can be
downloaded from the Internet at software.snapon.com.

3.7 Powering Off the Unit

The Power button (Figure 2-2 on page 4) on the front of the unit power s the Vantage PRO™ unit
off or puts it in S tandby mode . Stand by mode conserves power while the unit is powered on but not
in use.

For related information, see:

• “Power Management” on page 88

• “Emergency Restart” on page 99

z To use the power options:

1. Press the Power button.
The Turn off Van t age PRO™ d ialog bo x disp lays (Fig ure 3-6).

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Getting Started Powering Off the Unit

Figure 3-6 Turn off Vant age PRO™ dialog box

2. Select either Standby or Turn off, or press N/X to cancel.

z To exit Standby mode:

• Press any button or the Thumb Pad.

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Chapter 4 Navigation

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This section describes basic screen layout and general Vantage PRO™ unit navigation.

4.1 Screen Layout

V antage PRO™ screens include an upper toolbar, a main body, a lower toolbar and a status bar
(Figure 4-1).

Figure 4-1

1— Upper toolbar

Contains buttons that control various on-screen display and storage functions.

2— Main body

Displays menus and test data.

3— Lower toolbar

Contains buttons that control various test functions.

4— Status bar

Contains the test vehicle identification, the battery/power status and the time.

4.1.1 Upper Toolbar

The upper toolbar (Figure 4-2 and Figure 4-3) controls vary depending on the module and stage
of operations (Table 4-1).

Figure 4-2

Sample Scope screen

Sample “live-screen” upper toolbar

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Navigation Screen Layout

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Figure 4-3 Sample “paused-screen” upper toolbar

Table 4-1

View Lets you change the way data displays

Pause Stops data collection and lets you review data

Play Captures data and stores it in the Data Buffer

Cursors Lets you make measurements of test data

Review Lets you review paused data

Snapshot

Zoom Lets you change the magnification of paused data

Reset Lets you clear the Min/Max values of digital gauges

Save Lets you store data and settings

Print Lets you print the selected screen information

Setup

Upper toolbar controls

Name Button Description

Lets you capture data before and after a problem
occurs while testing

Lets you change the way information appears and
where it saves, and enter vehicle system information

Data Buffer

The Data Buffer (Figure 4-4) is located just below the upper toolbar button s and indicate s how
much test data is stored.

1— Pause button
2— Data Buffer

When the screen is paused, the position indicator displays the curr ent frame n umber an d the
amount of data on the screen relative to the tot al dat a ca ptured (Figure 4-5).

Figure 4-4

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Sample Data Buffer

Navigation Screen Layout

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Figure 4-5 Sample paused screen with Position Indicator

1— Play button
2— Position Indicator

The Data Buffer cannot be highlighted or selected.

z To manually scroll through stored frames:

1. When the screen is paused, select Review.

2. Press the left e and right c arrows.

4.1.2 Main Body

The main body of the test screens displays the following:

• Channel status information

• Digital or graphical test results

• Saved data

• Cursors

• Confirmation messages

4.1.3 Lower Toolbar

The lower toolbar controls (Figure 4-6, Table 4-2) vary depending on the active mode and stage
of operation.

Table 4-2 Lower toolbar controls (part 1 of 2)

Name Button Description

Channel
number

Probe Displays the current test connection for the channel

Figure 4-6

Lets you select the channel to adjust

Sample lower toolbar

Scale
Signal Zero

Offset
Raster Spacing

Displays the current units of measurement for the
channel

Moves the selected channel’s zero (0) position up or
down within the test display area

Adjusts the vertical spacing between the cylinders in
the Ignition Scope Raster pattern

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Navigation Making Selections

Table 4-2 Lower toolbar controls (part 2 of 2)

Name Button Description

Sweep Sets the amount of time displayed across the screen

Sets the criteria used to start the display of data–

Trigger Type

Slope

Trigger Position

Calibration LED Indicates channel calibration

there are three types of Trigger settings: None,
Channel, and Cyl

Lets you change the Trigger edge for the specified
channel from rising to falling

Moves the trigger point for the specified cha nn e l –it
can be moved up, down, left, or right

Sensitivity
Adjustment

z To navigate toolbars:

• Press the left e and right c arrows to move between buttons.

• Press the up b and down d arrows or press the N/X button to move between the upper and

lower toolbars.
When Easy Scroll is active, press the N/X button to move to the up per toolbar . Refer to “Easy

Scroll” on page 94 for more information.

4.1.4 Status Bar

The status bar (Figure 4-1 on page 24) is located at the bottom of the screen. This non-selectable
display area contains the test vehicle identification, battery/power status and time.

4.2 Making Selections

Use the following instructions to navigate the interface and make selections.
For related information, see “To navigate toolbars:” on page 27.

Lets you adjust the ignition scope sensitivity.

z To make selections:

1. Highlight a button, menu option or window.

2. Press Y/a to select.

z To navigate the main body of a screen:

• Press the Thumb Pad arrows.

z To exit a selection

• Press N/X.

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Navigation Making Selections

NOTE:

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4.2.1 Navigating Multi-Window Screens

The main body of the screens for both Component Tests and Component Information are d ivided
into multiple windows (Figure 4-7).

i Scroll arrows within a window indicate additional information is available that cannot fit on the

screen. See “To view additional information:” on page 29 for additional information.

Figure 4-7

1— Test Procedure window
2— Support window
3— Test Mete r window

Sample Component T est s screen

z To select a window:

1. Use the down d arrow to move from the upper toolbar.

2. Select a main body window.
When selected, the background and title text of the window change color s (Figure 4-8).

Figure 4-8

Sample selected main body test window

z To deselect a window:

• Press N/X.

When deselected, the background and title text of the deselected window change color s.

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Navigation Easy Scroll

z To view additional information:

• Press the up b or down d arrow in the selected window (Figure 4-9) to display more

information.

Figure 4-9

When optional details or additional test s are available for the selected compone nt test, a jump bar
displays at the bottom of the Test Procedure window (Figure 4-10).

Down d arrow indicating more information

Figure 4-10

Sample jump bar

z To display additional information using the jump bar:

1. Press the right c arrow (Figure 4-10).

2. Follow the on-screen instructions in the jump bar to display all available information.

3. When you are finished, follow the on-screen instructions in the jump bar to return to the
original screen (Figure 4-11).

4.3 Easy Scroll

When active, the Easy Scroll utility simplifies the menu selection process. Instead of using the
Thumb Pad to highlight an item and the Y/a button to select it, Easy Scroll lets you use only the
Thumb Pad to highlight and select an item.

Using Easy Scroll changes typical navigation in the following ways:

• The up b and down d arrows navigate menus.

• The right c arrow works like the Y/a button to confirm the selection of menu items.

• The left e arrow works like the N/X button for cancelling, exiting, and closing menus.

Figure 4-11

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Sample jump bar return instruction

Navigation Screen Messages

The Easy Scroll utility functions differently depending on the module. For example, in modules that
have upper and lower toolbars, the up b arrow cannot be used to navigate to the upper toolbar . In
this instance, use either N/X or the left e and right c arrows (in a figure-8 pattern) to move out of
the lower toolbar.

Refer to “Easy Scroll” on page 94 for information on activating Easy Scroll.

4.4 Screen Messages

The V a nt age PRO™ uni t di splays thre e types of messag es:

• Confirmation Messages

• Warning Messages

• Error Messages

z To manage on-screen messages:

• Follow the instructions included with the message.

4.4.1 Confirmation Messages

Confirmation messages inform you when you are about to perform an actio n that cannot be
reversed or when an action has been initiated and your con firmatio n is needed to con tinue.

When a user response is not required, the message displays briefly before automatically
disappearing.

4.4.2 Warning Messages

Warning messages inform you wh en co mpleting the selected action may result in an irreversible
change or loss of data.

4.4.3 Error Messages

Error messages inform you when a failure has occurred.
Example causes of possible errors include:

• when a cable is disconnected;

• when a printer is powered off.

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Chapter 5 Component Test Operations

This section describes features that are accessible from the Component Tests menu.

Figure 5-1

The Component Tests menu (Figure 5-1) provides the following options:

• New Vehicle ID

• Previous Vehicles

• Component Tests

• A-Z Index

• Features and Benefits

• How To

• Power User Tests

5.1 Component T est s

The following is an outline of basic component testing operations.

1. Identify the vehicle—Identify the test vehicle or select from a list of previously-identified
vehicles. See “Identifying the Test Vehicle” on page 32.

2. Select a component test—Select a vehicle-specific component for testing. See “Selecting a
Component Test” on page 34.

3. Connect to the vehicle—Follow the on-screen instructions to conne ct the Vantage PRO™
unit to the vehicle. See “Connecting to a Test Vehicle” on page 35.

4. Perform the test—Follow the on-screen instructions to set up, test, and evaluate test results.
See “Performing T est s” on page 35.

Sample Component Tests menu

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Component Test Operations Identifying the Test Vehicle

NOTE:

Identify the Vehicle

Select a Component

Connect to the Vehicle

Perform the Test

Figure 5-2 Basic Component Tests operations

5.2 Identifying the T est Vehicle

Component tests vary according to vehicle and system. Before you can view a list of available
component tests, you must identify a specific vehicle system.

Two options ar e available for id entifying a ve hicle:

• New Vehicle ID

• Previous Vehicles

5.2.1 New V ehicle ID

The New V ehicle ID option r equires th at you make selecti ons from a seri es of menus to id entify
the vehicle to be tested.

z To identify a new test vehicle:

1. From the main menu, select Component Tests > New Vehicle ID.
The Region menu displays (Figure 5-3).

2. Select from the submenus as necessary.
If you need to change a selection, press the lef t e a rrow to go back one ste p at a tim e.

Figure 5-3

Sample Region menu

i As you make selections, vehicle identification data displays in the Status bar (Figure 5-4) at the

bottom of the screen.

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Component Test Operations Identifying the Test Vehicle

Figure 5-4 Sample Vehicle Identification data

When you have finished identifying the vehicle, a confirmation message displays (Figure 5-5).

Figure 5-5

3. To proceed, select a component test.

z To exit New Ve hicle ID:

• Press N/X anytime during the ID process to return to the previou s menu.

• Continue pressing N/X until you return to the main menu.

5.2.2 Previous V ehicles

When testing a vehicle that has already been identified, the Previous Vehicles menu option
provides access to the Load Vehicle Identification screen (Figure 5-6). The Vantage PRO™ unit
automatically saves the last ten vehicle identifications and lists them on this screen.

z To load a previously-identified vehicle:

1. Select Component Tests > Previous Vehicles.
The Load V ehicle Identificati on screen displays ( Figur e 5-6).

Sample Vehicle ID confirmation message

Figure 5-6

2. Select a vehicle from the list.

Sample Load Vehicle Identification screen

z To exit the Load Vehicle Identification screen:

• Press N/X to return to the main menu and keep th e current vehicle id entification setting.

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Component Test Operations Selecting a Component Test

5.3 Selecting a Component T est

Once a test vehicle is identified, you can select from the Component Tests menu.
The main body (Figure 5-10) of the test screen can contain the following sections:

• T est Procedur e window—co nt ai ns connectio n and testing p rocedures.

• Support window—contains support information, such as connector illustrations.

• T est Meter window—functions as a Grap hing Meter , Digit al Meter , or Lab Scop e, depending

on the selected test.

z To select a component test:

1. Select Component Tests > Component Tests.
The Component Tests menu displays the available components for the identified test vehicle

(Figure 5-7).

Figure 5-7

2. Select a component.
The component menu displays (Figure 5-8).

Figure 5-8

3. Select TESTS.
A Tests menu displays (Figure 5-9).

Figure 5-9

4. Select a test.
The Test screen displays (Figure 5-10).

Sample Component Tests menu

Sample component menu

Sample TESTS menu

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Component Test Operations Connecting to a Test V ehicle

Figure 5-10 Sample Component Tests screen

5.4 Connecting to a T est Vehicle

Certain component tests r equire th e use of specif ic le ads that connect your Vantage PRO™ unit
to a test vehicle.

The initial test screen displays connection information.

z To connect to a test vehicle:

• Follow the on-screen connection instructions located in the Test Procedure and Support

windows (Figure 5-11).

Figure 5-11

Sample connection instructions

5.5 Performing T est s

When you have connected the Vantage PRO™ unit to the test vehicle, you can proc eed with
component tests.

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

z To perform component tests:

1. Select the T e st Procedure window .

2. Use the Thumb Pad to read all setup instructions.
Instructions display in the T ext Procedure window , accompanied by illustrations in the Support

window (Figure 5-12).

Figure 5-12

3. Press the down d arrow to advance to the next panel of instruction as needed.

4. Follow the on-screen procedures as needed.

5. View and verify the test results as explaine d on-screen ( Figure 5-13).

Figure 5-13

Sample setup instructions

Sample test results

5.5.1 Changing Views

The View button lets you change the way data displays.

z To change screen views:

1. Select View.
The dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-14).

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Figure 5-14 Sample View menu

2. Select a viewing option.
The screen changes to reflect your selection (Figure 5-15).

5.5.2 Pausing Data

The Pause button (Figure 5-16) stops data collection and lets you review d ata. The screen can be
paused at any time.

z To pause test screen data:

1. Select Pause.
Data is motionless on-screen and some uppe r toolba r button function s change (F igure 5-17):

– The Play button replaces the Pause button.
– The Review button is selectable.
– The Zoom button replaces the Snapshot button.
– The Position Indicator displays in the Data Buff er.

Figure 5-15

Figure 5-16

Sample RPM display

Sample Pause button

Figure 5-17

1— Play button
2— Review button
3— Zoom button
4— Position Indicator

Sample “paused” upper toolbar

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

NOTE:

z To release paused test data:

• Select Play.

The data is moving on-screen and toolbar controls return to their original functions.

5.5.3 Reviewing Data

The Review button is used with the Thumb Pad to review paused data.
The Position Indicator (Figure 5-17) displays the position of the current frame.

• Zero denotes the frame when Pause was pressed.

• Frames captured before Pause was pressed are negative (– ).

• Frames captured after are positive (+).

There are two ways to review paused dat a:

• Manually

• Automatically

z To manually review data:

1. Select Pause.

2. Select Review.

3. Use the right c and left e arrows to review data one frame at a time.

4. Use the up b and down d arrows to review data a fraction of a frame at a time when possible.

i You cannot r eview fractions of frame s in the Ign ition Scope .

z To automatically scroll paused data:

1. With the Review button selected, press Y/a again to display the menu of scroll options
(Figure 5-18).

Figure 5-18

2. From the Review menu, select an Auto option.

– Auto Scroll Fast automatically scrolls the paused data on-screen at full-speed.
– Auto Scroll Slow automatically scrolls the paused data on-screen at half-speed.

3. Press N/X to close the menu and stop automatic scrolling.

5.5.4 Using Zoom

The Zoom button lets you change the m agnificatio n of paused data and appears in place of the
Snapshot button when the disp lay is p aused.

Sample Review scroll menu

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

z To zoom paused test screens:

1. Select Zoom.
A dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-19).

Figure 5-19

2. Select an option from the menu.
The screen changes to reflect your selection and the on-screen Zoom Cursor L ine disp lays

(Figure 5-20).

Figure 5-20

3. To see a point of interest in detail:
a. Select Review.
b. Use the left e and right c arrows move the Zoom Cursor Line to the left of the point

of interest.

c. Select Zoom > 1x.

Sample Zoom option selection

Sample Zoom Cursor Line

5.5.5 Using Cursors

The Cursors button (Figure 5-21) lets you make digital amplitude, frequency, and time
measurements of test data.

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

NOTE:

Figure 5-21 Cursors button

z To use cursors:

1. Select Cursors.
Two vertical cur sor lines display o n-screen (F igure 5-22).

Figure 5-22

2. Press the right c and left e arrows to move the selected cursor line.

3. Press Y/a to change the active cursor.

4. Press N/X when you are finished setting cursors.
A confirmation message asks how you want to proceed (Figure 5-23).

Figure 5-23

5. Press Y/a or N/X as desired.

Cursors example screen

Sample Cursors confirmation message

i Digital amplitude measurements only display when the screen is in Pause mode.

z To turn cursors off:

1. Select Cursors.

2. Press Y/a twice.
The cursor lines disappear .

5.5.6 Taking Snapshots

The Snapshot button let s you capt ure da t a before and after a problem occurs while testing.

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

NOTE:

z To take a snapshot:

1. Select Snapshot.
A dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-24).

Figure 5-24

2. Select Manual.
The flash icon blinks (Figure 5-25), indicating that Manual Snapshot mode is ready for use.

Figure 5-25

3. Press Y/a to take a snapshot.
The Collecting Snapshot message displays, indicating that Snapshot data is being collected

(Figure 5-26).

Figure 5-26

When the Snapshot finishes saving, a final confirmation message displays (F igure 5-27).

Sample Collecting Snapshot confirmation message

Sample Snapshot menu

Sample Snapshot flash icon

Figure 5-27

When the confirmation message disappears, you return to the test screen ready to take
another snapshot.

4. Stop using the snapshot by pressing N/X.

Snapshot saved confirmation message

i The saved snapshot can be retrieved from Saved Data. Refer to “Loading Saved Files” on

page 81 for details.

Changing Snapshot Settings

You can set up a snapshot in the following ways:

• Adjust the percentage after trigger—snapshots can b e betwe en 10% and 9 0% data

captured after triggering.

• Save to different locations—snapshot s can be saved to CF1, CF2, or the USB po rt.

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Component Test Operations Performing Test s

• Choose the file type—select between bitmap and jpeg format for saving images.

z To change Snapshot settings:

1. From the Vantage PRO™ main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Save Data.
The Save Data dialog box displays (Figure 5-28).

2. Select the % After Tr igger to op en th e drop down men u.

3. Select a % After Trigger setting.

4. Select My Data to open the dropdown me nu.

5. Select a location to save the data to.

6. Select File T ype to open the dropd own menu .

7. Select a file type.

8. Press N/X to close the dialog box.

5.5.7 Resetting Gauges

The Reset button (Figure 5-29) returns the recorded digital gauge min/ma x values to zero.

Use the Reset button to do the following:

• Track the variation in a componen t or circuit under a cert ain condition . If the condition

changes, Reset lets you start tracking again to see the change.

• Verify a conne ction problem you found has been fixed by looking for a dropout or a spike in the

min/max values.

Figure 5-28

Figure 5-29

Sample Save Data dialog box

Sample Reset button

z To reset the min/max digital values:

• Select Reset.

A confirmation message displays (Figure 5-30).

Figure 5-30

Sample Reset confirmation message

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When the reset is complete, the confirmation message disappear s.

5.5.8 Saving Data

The Save button lets you store data and presets in memory. For more information on presets, see
“Using Presets” on page 74.

z To save data:

1. Select Save.
A dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-31).

Figure 5-31

2. Select an option from the menu:

Sample Scope Save menu

– Save Movie—saves all data in the buffer .
– Save Frame—saves only the visible screen data.
– Save Preset—saves only Scope screen configurations used for future testing. See

“Using Presets” on page 74 for more details.

– Save Image—saves the visible screen as a graphic image.

The Setup Saved Data Notation di alog box di splays for scr een saving (Fi gur e 5-32).

Figure 5-32

3. Select from the menus to set preferences as necessary.
The Setup Saved Data Notation dialog box works the same as the Edit Sa ved Da t a Notation

dialog box found in the Saved Data mod e. See “Editing Saved F iles” on p age 82 for details.

4. When you are finished setting preferences, select the Save icon.
A confirmation message displays with saved data retrieval instructions (Figure 5-33).

Sample Setup Saved Data Notation dialog box

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Figure 5-33 Sample Data saved confirmation message

5. Press Y/a to close the confirmation message.

5.5.9 Printing

The Print button lets you print the displa yed scree n.

z To print:

1. Select Print.
A dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-34).

2. Select a menu option and press Y/a.
The screen prints according to your printer settings. See “Setting Up to Print ” on page 22.

5.5.10 Using Setup

The Setup button (Figure 5-35) lets you change the way information displays.

z To use Setup:

1. Select the Setup button.
A dropdown menu displays.

2. Select one of the possible options, which are explained in th e following sections.

Figure 5-34

Figure 5-35

Sample Print menu

Sample Setup button menu

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5.5.1 1 Units

Select Units to change the units of measureme nt for vacu um and pre ssure (Figure5-36).

Figure 5-36

Sample Units dialog box

The Display As dropdown menu sets how the sca le units are displayed on the Scale button and
in the Channel S t atus area (Fig ure 5-37).

Figure 5-37

Setup, Units, Factory Default sample screen

1— Channel Status area

Displays the scale settings for all channels.

2— Scale button

Displays the scale setting for the currently selected channel.

There are three Display As scale unit options:

• Factory Default—the Channel S tatus area displays the Unit s/Division for all active channels

and the Scale button displays the full scale value (Figure 5-37).

• Units/Division—the scale value for a major grid division is displayed in the Channel Status

Area and the Scale button (Figure 5-38).

• Full Scale—the scale value for the whole grid is displayed in the Channel S tatus Ar ea and the

Scale button (Figure 5-39).

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NOTE:

Figure 5-38 Sample Units/Division selection

Figure 5-39 Sample Full Scale selected

i The Units dialog box can also be accessed from the Utilities menu located on the T ool Setup

submenu as described in “Units” on pag e 87.

z To change units:

1. Select Setup > Units.
The Units dialog box displays (Figure 5-36 on page 45).

2. Change the unit values as needed.

3. Press N/X to close the dialog box.

Ignition System

Before ignition testing can begin, the ignition system type and any relevant parameters should
be selected.

Selecting Ignition System displays the Ignition System dialog box (Figure 5-40) that lets you
select the following for the test vehicle:

• Ignition type

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IMPORTANT:

NOTE:

• Number of cylinders

• Cylinder firing order

• #1 Trigger (Inductive RPM Pickup connection)

• Cylinder firing polarity

• RPM factor

Figure 5-40

The following ignition types and settings are available:

Sample Ignition System dialog box

• Standard—The Inductive RPM Pickup connects to the coil or plug wire on a distributor

system. Set the number of cylinders and cylinder firing o rder. (Figure 5-40 on page 47).

• Waste Spark—The Inductive RPM Picku p connect s to a plug wir e on a waste sp ark

distributorless system. Set the number of cylinders, cylinder firing order, and polarity.

Be sure the firing order and cylinder firing polarity values are correctly set up befor e using the
Ignition Scope to test Waste Spark systems.

• Direct—The Inductive RPM Pickup connects to a plug wire (if applicable) on a dir ect ignition

system. Set the number of cylinders and cylinder firing ord er.

• Other—The Inductive RPM Pickup connects to a plug or a coil wire. Set the RPM factor

appropriate for the test vehicle.

i The Ignition System dialog box can also be accessed from the Utilities T ool Setup menu. Refer to

“Ignition System” on page 88 for details.

z To change Ignition System settings:

1. Select Setup > Ignition System.
The Ignition System dialog box displays (Figure 5-40).

2. Select the Ignition System values as needed.

3. Press N/X to close the dialog box.

Grid

Select Grid to display the background grid pattern on a ll graph ing test scree ns.

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z To turn the grid on:

• Select Setup > Grid.

A grid appears in the test area (Figure 5-41).

Figure 5-41

Grid sample screen

Trigger Display

Select T rigger Disp lay to turn on the Trigger position values (Figure 5-42).

Figure 5-42

When Trigger Display is n ot selected, trigger position values only display when the trig ger position
button is selected on the lower toolbar.

Sample Trigger values

z To display trigger values:

• Select Setup > T rigger Displa y.

The Trigger va lues di splay (F igure5-42).

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Scales Display

Select Scales Display to display the scale values on the graph.

z To turn Scales Display on:

• Select Setup > Scales Display.

The scale values appear along the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) axis of the g raph
(Figure 5-43).

Figure 5-43

Inverse Colors

Select Inverse Colors to change the color scheme.

z To change the color scheme:

• Select Setup > Inverse Colors.

The color scheme changes (Figure 5-44).

Scales Display sample screen

Figure 5-44

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Save Data

This selection opens the Save Data dialog box ( Figure 5-28), which lets you choose how and
where files are saved.

5.5.12 Calibration LED

When you select a Diodes, Continuity, Ohms or Pressure transducers te st, a message d isplays
with calibration instructions (Figure 5-45).

Figure 5-45

When the test screen displays, the LED (Figure 5-46) on the toolbar indicates the following
channel calibration status:

Sample calibration procedure message

• Green—calibrated

• Red—not calibrated (using previous calibration values)

Figure 5-46

5.5.13 Adjusting Channel Settings

The Channel control bar (Figure 5-47) lets you adjust channel settings and viewing characteristics
for the selected trace.

Figure 5-47

Sample calibration LED

Sample Channel control bar

1— Channel Number
2— Probe
3— Scale
4— Signal Zero Offset
5— Raster Spacing (Ignition Scope Only)

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NOTE:

NOTE:

Channel Number

The Channel Number button lets you select channel options.

• Channel One (1) is automatically displayed and cannot be turned off.

• Channel Two (2) can b e manually se lected for displa y.

i Both channels automatically display in the 2 ch Graphing Meter mode.

The following channel options are available:

• Displayed—makes a channel’s signal visible.

• Inverted—flips the selected waveform upside- down. This is typically used when testing

secondary ignition or displaying waveforms from the Low Amp s Probe.

• Coupling AC—subtracts the average value of a waveform to see small variations, which is

ideal for viewing alternator ripple or fuel pump amps. Thi s blocks the DC portio ns of an input
signal to amplify the AC portions without driving them off the ce nter of the scre en.

• Peak Detect—captures fast events, spikes and glitches for signals going in positive and

negative directions.

• Filter—minimizes unwanted noise.

• Auto Find—picks the best scale to fit the selected signal pattern on the screen. If run on the

same channel as the trigger, the trigger level is set halfway between the minimum and
maximum values of the waveform.

i When testing with the Single Cylinder Ignition scope, the Channel 1 Peak Detect option cannot be

turned off.

z To display Channel Two:

1. Select Channel Number.
The channel setup menu displays (Figure 5-48).

Figure 5-48

2. Select Ch 2 > Displayed.
The Channel T wo trace displays (Figu re 5-49).

Sample Channel 1 setup menu

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Figure 5-49 Sample with Channel 2 displayed

3. Press N/X to close the menu.

z To change the channel setup:

1. Select Channel Number.
The channel setup menu displays (Figure 5-48).

2. Select the channel you want to change (Ch 1 or Ch 2).

3. Select the Peak Detect or Filter channel setup option.

Probe

The Probe button (Figure 5-50) lets you select a different test.

Figure 5-50

Sample Probe button and menu

z To select a different test:

1. Select the Probe button.
The Probe menu displays (Figure 5-50).

2. Select an option.
The Probe button changes to indicate your selection.

Scale

The Scale (Figure 5-51) button lets you select a measurement scale for each channel.

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Figure 5-51 Sample Scale button and menu

z To select a measurement scale:

1. Select Scale.
The Scale menu displays (Figure 5-51).

2. Select an option.
The Scale button and the waveforms on-screen chang e to reflect your selecti on.

Signal Zero Offset

The Signal Zero Offset b utton moves the selected channel’s zero (0) position up or down within
the test display area.

z To move a channel’s zero position:

1. Select Signal Zero Offset.
The button changes from blue to grey to indicate that the function is selecte d (Figure 5-52).

Figure 5-52

2. Press the up b or down d arrows as needed to move the zero point.

3. Press N/X to exit the function.

Threshold

The Threshold button changes the reference point on the wavefor m and is only u sed for
calculating measurements like frequency, duty cycle, MC dwell and pulse width.

There are two threshold options:

Sample Signal Zero Offset selection

• Auto Threshold Select (ATS)—automatically picks a threshold level in the middle of the

range in which the waveform travels. A TS default s to a falling edge.

• Manual Threshold Select (MTS)—let s you manually pick a signal level and direction (rising

or falling) to be used as a reference point. This is typically used if ATS picks a level that does
not give the desired result.

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NOTE:

z To change the threshold level:

1. Select Threshold.
The Threshold menu displays (Figure 5-53).

Figure 5-53

2. Select an option.

Threshold menu sample

z To use the Manual Threshold option:

1. Select Threshold > Manual Threshold Select.
The Manual Threshold Select dialog box displays (Figur e 5-54).

Figure 5-54

The Signal Min and Max display to the left and right of the Th reshold value for refer ence.
Measuring the Min and Max may take a few seconds.

2. Change the Threshold value and th e Slope, as ne eded.

Sample Manual Threshold Select dialog box

i Threshold can only be changed to a value that is between the Min and Max of the signal.

3. Press N/X to exit the dialog box.

5.5.14 Setting the Sweep Time

The Sweep button sets the amount of time it ta kes fo r data to display across the screen from
left to right.

z To change the sweep time:

1. Select Sweep.
The dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-55).

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NOTE:

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Figure 5-55 Sample Sweep menu

2. Select an option.

i Sweeps shorter than 1 second will collect some frames after the Pa use button is selected . The

faster the sweep, the more frames will be collected.

5.5.15 Setting the T rigger

Use the Trigger control bar (Figure5-56) to set the criteria to start the display of data.

1— Trigger Type
2— Slope
3— Trigger Position

Trigger Type

Selecting T rigger Type lets you set the criteria used to start the display of data. Available T rigger
Type menu options include:

• None—displays data as fast as it is received.

• Ch 1/2—triggers the display based on the signal from the selected channel. Available

submenu options include:

– Auto—updates the screen when the signal crosses the trigger threshold in the selected

direction (rising or falling).

– Even if the signal does not cross the trigger threshold, th e screen a utoma tically u pd ates

after a short period so you can see the waveform, which lets you set a threshold to
optimize viewing.

Figure 5-56

Sample Trigger control bar

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– Normal—updates the screen when the signal crosses the trigger threshold in the

selected direction (rising or falling).

– If the signal does not cross the trigger threshold, the screen will not update which lets you

capture intermittent events because the screen only updates when the signal meets your
trigger selection.

• Cyl—triggers the scope from the RPM lead signal. The l ead detects the firing on the plug wire

that the lead is connected to and the scope uses this signal to trigger the display. You can only
adjust the time offset for this Trigger-type.

– Auto—updates the screen when the scope receives a signal from the RPM lead.
– Even if the signal does not receive a signal from the lead, the screen automatically

updates after a short period so you can still see the waveform.

– Normal—updates the screen when scope receives a signal from the RPM lead.
– If the scope does not receive a signal from the lead, the screen will not update.

z To select a trigger type:

1. Select the Trigger Type button.
The dropdown menu displays (Figure 5-57).

Figure 5-57

2. Select an option.
With the exception of None, a submenu displays.

3. Select Auto or Normal from the submenu.

Sample Trigger Type menu

– If a Channel trigger (Ch1–2) is selected, a p lus sign (+) colored according to th e channel

it represents displays in the graph area (Figure 5-58).

– If the Cyl trigger is selected, a white plus sign (+) displays along the bottom o f the gr aph

area which represents the point in time a cylinder is detected on the RP M lea d
(Figure 5-59).

Figure 5-58

Sample Trigger Position marker

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NOTE:

Figure 5-59 Sample Cyl Trigger Position marker

4. When you are finished setting the trigger modes, press N/X to close the menu.

Trigger Slope

The Trigger Slope button (Figure 5-60) selects the direction the waveform must be going ( rising
or falling) when crossing the trigger point.

Figure 5-60

Sample Trigger Slope button

i This button is only available when a Channel is the active trigger type.

5.5.16 T rigger Position

The Trigger Position (Figure 5-61) button is used for moving the trigger point for a specified
channel either along the X (horizontal) o r Y (vertical) axis o f th e display.

Figure 5-61

Sample Trigger Position button

z To move the trigger point:

1. Select Trigger Po sition.
The trigger point marker becomes active.

2. Use the Thumb Pad to move the on-screen marker and select a new trigger point.

3. When you are finished, press N/X.

5.6 Viewing Component Information

This section explains how to view component information. The following is an outline of basic
testing operations.

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1. Identify the vehicle—Identify the test vehicle to the Component Tests module or select from
a list of previously identified vehicles.

2. View component information—Display up to four categories of vehicle-specific component
information. See “Viewing Component Information” on p age 57 for details.

5.6.1 Identifying the V ehicle

The vehicle identification process is the same as for vehicle testing. See “Identifying the Test
Vehicle” on page 32 for information.

5.6.2 Viewing Component Information

Once the test vehicle is identified, you can select the Component T est s function from the
Component Tests menu.

The main body of the Component Information screen (Figure 5-62) can contain one or more of the
following sections:

• Operation—gives you a general description of normal component operation.

• Connector—displays the component connector and gives you pinout s an d wire color

information.

• Location—helps you locate the component an d tells you wher e to test it.

• Technotes—gives you component test-related tips (for example, co mmon failures or fault s)

as well as update or recall information.

Figure 5-62

Sample Component Information screen

z To select a component:

1. From the Component Tests menu highlight Component Tests.
The Component Tests menu displays the available components for the identified test vehicle

(Figure 5-63).

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Figure 5-63 Sample Component Tests menu

2. Select a component from the menu.
A component menu displays (Figure 5-64).

3. Select Component Information.
The Component Information screen displays (Figure 5-65).

5.7 A-Z Index

Figure 5-64

Figure 5-65

Sample component options

Sample Component Information screen

Select A-Z Index to view a list of over 100 meter capabilities and automotive electronic terms.

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5.8 Features and Benefits

Select Features and Benefits to view descriptions of the meter, in cluding featur es and bene fit s,
specifications, and accessories. Also included is a five minute description of how to use the
optional demonstration board to generate sample signals. The d emonstration bo ard help s you
learn how to better use the Vantage PRO™ unit without a test vehicle.

5.9 How T o

Select How T o to choose fr om a list of a vailable on-scree n instr uctions for p erforming var ious
tasks, such as adjusting the display contrast, calculating engine RPM, and finding glitches in
sensors. Drawings are included on the screen along with tip s.

Following is a list of common topics, other options may be available on a reg ional ba sis.

• No-start Basics—provides the ability to diagnose no-starts.

• 10-Minute Electronic Class—provides brief instruction in basic electronics and circuit

connections.

• 15-Minute Ignition Class—provides an introduction to basic ignition testing.

• 20-Minute Current Ramp Class—provides an introduction to current ramp classes.

• O2 Sensor and Feedback System Analysis—displays the component test meter in the

“live” graphing mode with O2S test tips to help you understand the fundament al concepts of
O2S diagnostics.

• Illustrated Terms and Definitions—provides definitions of terms, drawings and tips

associated with component testing.

• T est T i ps—gives on-screen instructions for performing specific compone nt test s alon g with

drawings and tips.

5.10 Power User T est s

Select Power User Test s to use pre-configured control systems tests. The tests are available with
or without on-screen help.

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Chapter 6 Multimeter Operations

This section explains the Multimeter menu and operations.

Figure 6-1

Sample Multimeter menu

The Multimeter menu (Figure 6-1) offers the following options:

• Graphing Meter

• Digital Meter

The following is an outline of basic Multimeter softwa re ope ration.

1. Select Multimeter software—Select the type of Multimeter software and a test configuration
for the selected tool. See “Selecting Multimeter Sof twa re” on page 62.

2. Connect test leads—Connect appropriate leads and clips to the Vantage PRO™ unit. See
“Connecting Leads and Clips” on page 21.

3. Connect the V a nt ag e PRO™ unit to th e vehicle —Procedures will vary.

4. Perform the test—Set up, test, and evaluate test results. See “Performing Multimeter Tests”
on page 65.

Select Multimeter

Software

Connect Test Leads

Connect to the Vehicle

Figure 6-2

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Basic Multimeter operations

Multimeter Operations Selecting Multimeter Software

6.1 Selecting Multimeter Software

There are two types of Multimeter tools available:

• Graphing Meter (See “Graphing Meter” on p ag e 62)

• Digital Meter (See “Digital Meter” on page 63)

z To select a Multimeter option:

1. From the main menu, select Multimeter > Graphing Meter or Digit al Me ter.

2. Select a test option.

6.1.1 Graphing Meter

Selections from the Graphing Meter menu (Figure 6-3) configure your Vantage PRO™ unit to
function as a color graphing (Figure 6-4 on page 63) or digital meter. The t able below describes
the test options available.

Figure 6-3

Table 6-1 Graphing Meter test options (part 1 of 2)

Option Function

Dual Graphing Meter Displays two channels automatically
Volts DC Measures direct current voltage

Volts DC-A v erage

Volts AC rms
Ohms Measures electrical resistance
Frequency
Pulse Width Measures the on-time of various components
Injector Pulse Width

Measures direct current and uses a filter to remove excess
noise/hash on the signal

Measures the effective voltage rather than the Peak or
Average voltage

Measures the number of times a signal repeats itself per
second

Measures the on-time of the signal that activates the fuel
injector

Sample Graphing Meter menu

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Table 6-1 Graphing Meter test options (part 2 of 2)

Option Function

Measures the ratio of the pulse width to the complete cycle

Duty Cycle

Amps (Internal)

Low Amps (20)

Low Amps (40)
MC Dwell (60) Measures carburetor Mixture Control Solenoids (0–60°)

MC Dwell (90) Measures fuel system Mixture Control Solenoids (0–90°)
100 psi Vacuum

100 psi Pressure

500 psi Pressure

5000 psi Pressure

width, the on-time of components that cycle on and off like
EGR, or canister purge from 0–100%

Measures current for component and parasitic draws under
10A when connected in series with the circuit being tested

Measures current from components like ignition coils,
injectors, fuel pumps and parasitic draw using the Snap-on
Low Amp Probe

Measures current from components like fans and electric
motors using the Snap-on

Measures intake manifold vacuum 0–20 inHg using the
Snap-on

Measures fuel systems, engine oil, and transmissions using
the Snap-on

®

0–100 PSI Transducer

®

0–100 PSI Transducer

Measures transmissions, compression, and AC high side
pressure using the Snap-on

Measures ABS, power steering, and heavy-duty hydraulic
systems using the Snap-on

®

Low Amp Probe

®

0–500 PSI Transducer

®

0–5000 PSI Transducer

®

1— Channel status information
2— Main body

6.1.2 Digital Meter

Selections from the Digital Meter (Figure 6-5) menu configure your Vantage PRO™ unit to
function as a Digital Volt Ohm Meter (DVOM) (Figure 6-6). The table below describes the test
options available.

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Figure 6-4 Sample Graphing Meter screen

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Figure 6-5 Sample Digital Meter menu

Table 6-2 Description of Digital Meter test options

Option Use

Volts DC Measures direct current voltage
Volts DC-A v erage

Volts AC rms
Ohms Measures electrical resistance

Diode/Continuity Measures voltage drop across a diode or continuity
Amps (Internal)

Low Amps (20)

Low Amps (40)

Measures direct current and uses a filter to remove excess
noise/hash on the signal

Measures the effective voltage rather than the Peak or
Average voltage

Measures current for component and parasitic draws under
10A when connected in series with the circuit being tested

Measures current from components like ignition coils,
injectors, fuel pumps and parasitic draw using the Snap-on
Low Amp Probe

Measures current from components like fans and electric
motors using the Snap-on

®

Low Amp Probe

®

Figure 6-6 Sample Digital Meter test screen

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6.2 Performing Multimeter T est s

When performing tests with the Multimeter, the toolbars and controls work the same as those in
Component Tests. Button and menu option availability vary depending on your test selection.

For related information, see the following Component Tests Operations sections:

• See “Changing Views” on pag e 36

• See “Pausing Data” on page 37

• See “Reviewing Data” on page 38

• See “Using Zoom” on page 38

• See “Using Cursors” on page 39

• See “Taking Snapshots” on page 40

• See “Resetting Gauges” on page 42

• See “Saving Data” on page 43

• See “Printing” on page 44

• See “Using Setup” on page 44

• See “Calibration LED” on page 50

• See “Adjusting Channel Settings” on page 50

• See “Setting the Sweep Tim e” on p age 54

• See “Setting the Trigger” on page 55

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Chapter 7 Scope Operations

NOTE:

This section explains the Scope menu and operations.

i Most of the Scope toolbars and controls work the same as the Multimeter . Only the differences are

covered in this section.

Figure 7-1

The Scope menu offers the following options (Figu re 7-1):

Scope selection from main menu

• Lab Scope

• Ignition Scope

• Presets

The following is an outline of basic Scope software op erati on.

1. Select Scope Software—Select the type of Scope software and a test configuration for the
selected tool. See “Selecting Scope Softwa re” on p ag e 67.

2. Connect test leads—Connect appropriate leads and clips to the Vantage PRO™ unit. See
“Connecting Leads and Clips” on page 21.

3. Connect the V a nt ag e PRO™ unit to th e vehicle —Procedures will vary.

4. Perform the test—Set up, test, and evaluate test results. See “Performing Scope Tests” on
page 73.

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Select Scope Software

Connect Test Leads

Connect to the Vehicle

Perform the Test

Figure 7-2 Basic Scope operations

7.1 Selecting Scope Software

There are two types of scope tools available:

• Lab Scope (See “Lab Scope” on page 67)

• Ignition Scope (See “Ignition Scope” on page 69)

The following procedures explain how to select a scope tool.

z To select scope software:

1. From the main menu, select Scope > Lab Scope or Ig niti on Scope .

2. Select a test configuration.

7.1.1 Lab Scope

Selections from the Lab Scope menu (Figure 7-3) configure your Vantage PRO™ unit to function
as a two-channel display. The table below describes the test configuration options available.

Figure 7-3

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Scope Operations Selecting Scope Software

NOTE:

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i The 2 Ch Lab Scope option remembers all settings that are changed for the next use. All other lab

scope options will default to the original function.

Table 7-1

Lab Scope test configuration options

Option Function

2 Ch Lab Scope

Displays two channels automatically. All settings changed in this
option will be saved automatically for future use.

Volts DC Measures direct current voltage
Amps (Internal)

Low Amps (20)

Low Amps (40)

Ignition Probe

100 psi Vacuum

100 psi Pressure

500 psi Pressure

5000 psi Pressure

Measures current for component and parasitic draws under 10A
when connected in series with the circuit being tested

Measures current from components like ignition coils, injectors,
fuel pumps and parasitic draw using the Snap-on

Measures current from components like fans and electric motors
using the Snap-on

®

Low Amp Probe

Measures secondary ignition system voltage using a secondary
coil adapter lead and pickups

Measures engine vacuum 0–20 inHg using the Snap-on® 0–100
PSI Transducer

Measures fuel systems, engine oil, and transmissions using the
Snap-on

Measures transmissions, compression, and AC high side pressure
using the Snap-on

Measures ABS, power steering, and heavy-duty hydraulic systems
using the Snap-on

®

0–100 PSI Transducer

®

0–500 PSI Transducer

®

0–5000 PSI Transducer

®

Low Amp Probe

Figure 7-4

Sample Lab Scope screen

1— Channel status information
2— Main body

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NOTE:

NOTE:

7.1.2 Ignition Scope

The Ignition Scope lets you view a secondar y waveform using p reset ignition p atter n display
options (Figure 7-5).

Figure 7-5

Connecting to all cylinders of an engine at the same time simplifies cylinder co mp ariso n in the
following ways:

Sample Ignition Scope submenu

• All cylinders can be viewed at once.

• Each cylinder is displayed once per screen in firing or der and is displayed in the same location

on-screen.

• The same pattern is displayed regardless of engine rpm.

The Ignition Scope requires the use of two leads.

• Secondary Coil adapter–to display the secondary waveform

• Inductive RPM Pickup adapter–to identify cylinder number one for proper cylind er order

display . Refer to “Connecting Leads and Clips” on p age 21 for more details.
Rpm can be calculated from either the gre y Inductive RPM pickup a dapter o r the Secondar y

Coil adapter. If only the RPM or Secondary Coil adapter is used, rpm will be calculated from
whichever lead is connected. If both leads are connected, rpm will be calculated from the grey
Inductive rpm pickup.

i The optional SIA 2000 Adapter kit is required to connect to multiple cylinders at once on Wasted

Spark distributorless ignition systems. Contact your sales representative for details.

Note the following regarding Ignition Scope synchronization:

• Synchronization to cylinder number one takes a couple of seco nds afte r you st art the engine.

• Cylinder firings may be observed to change position during the synchronizatio n process.

• If the Ignition Scope settings are changed, cylinder synchronization reoccurs.

i When testing Waste Spark systems, power firings will display on Channel One and waste on

Channel Two.

Ignition Patterns

Four ignition pattern options (Figure 7-5 on page 69) are available to view and compare the
secondary waveform for all engine cylinders (Figure 7-6).

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• The Parade pattern displays the secondary waveform for each cylinder in the firing order from

left to right across the screen.

• The Cylinder pattern displays the secondary waveform for the se lected cylinder.

• The Raster pattern displays the secondary wave form for e ach cylinder in th e firing o rder,

starting with cylinder number one at the bottom.

• The Superimposed pattern displays the secondar y waveform for ea ch cylinder in the fir ing

order stacked on top of each other.

Figure 7-6

Sample ignition pattern screen

Single Cylinder Ignition

The Single Cylinder Ignition option (Figure 7-7) configures the scan tool to connect to an
individual cylinder using a fixed time sweep when a lead is not available to connect to all cylinders.

Figure 7-7

Sample Ignition Scope submenu

Ignition Scope Probe

In the lower toolbar , the Chan nel One (1) Probe bu tton setting is restricted to Ignitio n Probe. The
Channel Two ( 2) Probe button se tting is not r estricted an d functions th e same as in the Lab
Scope. See “Probe” on page 52 for more details.

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NOTE:

NOTE:

Figure 7-8 Sample Channel one’s fixed Peak Detect option

Sensitivity Adjustment

The Sensitivity Adjustment button (Figure 7-9) lets you set the detection sensitivity to cylinder
firings. The lower the setting, the more sensitive the ignition scope will be to detecting cylinder
firing. Being able to adjust the sensitivity and improve cylinder detection increases the rang e of
vehicles that can be tested and the range of secondary p ickup s that can be u sed.

Figure 7-9

Sample ignition trigger adjustment

z To adjust cylinder firing detection sensitivity:

1. Select the Sensitivity Adjustment button.
The button appears depressed and remains highlighted to indi cate that the functio n is on.

2. Press the up b or down d arrows as needed to move the level indicator on the left of the
graph (x-axis).

i Unless you are having problems detecting cylinders, a sensitivity setting of 2.0 kV is optimal for

many ignition systems.

3. When you are finished setting the ignition scope sensitivity, press N/X to deselect the button.

i With Wasted Spark ignitio n systems, the sensitivity le vel settin g only displays on Ch annel 1 , but

the setting applies to both channels.

See “Using Sensitivity Adjustment” on page 1 10 for usage det ails.

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Missed Cylinder Detection

When a cylinder firing is not detected because it is either firing too low to be detected a t the current
setting or is not firing at all, a blank space displays on-screen (Figure 7-10).

Figure 7-10

Sample missing cylinder detection

z To verify a missing cylinder firing:

• Lower the sensitivity setting to verify that the cylinder is firing, but firing too low to be detected

at the current sensitivity setting.
If a cylinder is not firing at all, the blank space on the graph will remain.
See “Using Sensitivity Adjustment” on page 110 for more de t ails.

Digital kV View

When using the ignition scope, the Digital kV view selection (Figure 7-11) displays the digital kV
readings corresponding to the selected channel of the ignition scope and provides another way to
monitor the secondary ignition system. When testing Wasted Spark ignition systems, Power
firings display on channel one and Wasted Spark firings display on channel two.

i The digital values will only be as good as the source waveform. If there is a problem with the lead

connection or set up and a stable waveform is not displaye d, the d igit al value m ay not be
calculated correctly. If problems are experienced with the digital values, check lead connections
and Ignition Setup. If the measurement cannot be calculated, dashes will display in place of
digital values.

Figure 7-11

Firing kV, Spark kV, and Sp ark Dur ation (burn) measur ements ar e calculated from the secondary
waveform.

Sample Digital kV menu selection

• Firing kV (FKV)—voltage required to overcome the rotor and sp ark p lug gap s and est ab lish

a spark across the spark plug electro des.

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IMPORTANT:

• Spark kV (SKV)—voltag e require d to maint a in a sp ar k across the sp ar k plug electrodes.

• Spark Durat ion (Bur n)—time the spark is maintained across the spark plug electrodes.

Min/Max and current values for Firing kV, Spark kV, and Sp ark Dur ation are displayed for each
cylinder in the firing order . Intermittent pr oble ms that happ en too fast to be seen on the live
waveform will be captured in the Min/Max reading, making it possible to spot problems that can be
difficult to see in the live waveform (Figure 7-12).

Figure 7-12

Sample digital kV view

Multiple Spark Ignition Systems

On vehicles with multiple spark ignition systems, when more than one spark per cylinder is
present, Firing kV (FKV) is calculated at the start of the first spark and Sp ark kV (SKV) and Burn
are calculated from the last spark.

z To calculate the Digital kV and Burn measurements:

• Select an ignition pattern with a 10 ms sweep, such as Parade 10 ms or Cyl 10 ms when

testing a multiple spark system.

Digital kV cannot be correctly calculated if, in the Ignition Scope view , the end of the last spark for
each cylinder is near the end of the screen or of f o f th e screen.

7.2 Performing Scope T est s

When performing tests with the Scope, the toolbars and controls work the same as those in
Component Tests. Button and menu option availability vary depending on your test selection.

For related information, see the following Component Tests Operations sections:

• See “Changing Views” on pag e 36

• See “Pausing Data” on page 37

• See “Reviewing Data” on page 38

• See “Using Zoom” on page 38

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NOTE:

• See “Using Cursors” on page 39

• See “Taking Snapshots” on page 40

• See “Resetting Gauges” on page 42

• See “Saving Data” on page 43

• See “Printing” on page 44

• See “Using Setup” on page 44

• See “Calibration LED” on page 50

• See “Adjusting Channel Settings” on page 50

• See “Setting the Sweep Tim e” on p age 54

• See “Setting the Trigger” on page 55

7.3 Using Presets

A preset is the configuration of your screen setup. The Presets option gives you access to all of
your custom presets and factory-installed presets for commonly-tested components.

Custom presets can be saved from any of the Scope tool Save menus (Figure 7-14). See “Saving
Data” on page 43 for more details.

Figure 7-13

The Presets Management screen (Figure 7-14) displays a list of all the available presets.

Figure 7-14

Sample Save Preset option

Sample Preset Management screen

i Factory-installed presets are identified by a lock icon alongside th eir name an d cannot b e edited,

deleted, copied or moved.

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The Preset Management screen toolbars and controls (Figure 7-14) work the same way as in the
Data Management screen in Saved Data with the exception of editing saved presets. See “Data
Management” on page 80 for details.

z To open the Preset Management screen:

• From the main menu, select Scope > Presets .

The Preset Management screen displays (Figure 7-14).

z To exit the Preset Management screen:

• Press N/X until you return to the main menu.

7.3.1 Loading Saved Presets

The Load button opens an active test screen with the selected preset.

z To load a preset:

1. From the main menu, select Scope > Presets (Fig ure 7-15).

Figure 7-15

The Preset Management screen displays (Figure 7-16).

Figure 7-16

2. Highlight a preset from the list.

3. Select the Load button.
A scope screen displays with your selected preset configuration.

Scope menu

Sample preset load selection

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NOTE:

NOTE:

7.3.2 Editing Presets

The Edit button lets you edit preset s in the following ways:

• Add notes

• Change filename

i A USB keyboard (not supplied) is required to edit presets.

z To edit a preset:

1. From the main menu, select Scope > Presets .
The Preset Management screen displays (Figure 7-14 on page 74).

2. Plug in your USB keyboard.

3. Highlight a preset from the list.

4. Select the Edit button.
The Edit Preset Name And Note dialog box displays (Figure 7-17).

Figure 7-17

Sample Edit Preset Name And Note dialog box

i The Notes and Name icons are not active if a keyboard is not plugged in.

5. Select Notes.
The Additional Information section acti vate s (Figure7-18).

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NOTE:

Figure 7-18 Sample Note selection

6. Using your keyboard, type a text note (7 lines maximum), then press Esc to exit the Additional
Information section.

7. Select Name.
The File Name field is now active (Figure 7-19).

Figure 7-19

8. Using your keyboard, type a file name, then press Esc to exit the File Name field.

Sample Name selection

i If you do not provide a file name, a name is automatically created for you (“User00x”, for example).

9. Select Save.
After processing your edits, you return to the Preset Manag ement scr een (Figur e 7-14 on

page 74).

7.3.3 Deleting Presets

The Delete button deletes preset files from system memory.

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z To delete presets:

1. From the main menu, select Scope > Preset.
The Preset Management screen displays(Figure 7-16 on page 75).

2. Highlight a preset from the list.

3. Select the Delete button.
A confirmation message displays (Figure 7-20).

Figure 7-20

4. Permanently remove the preset from memory by pressin g Y/a.
After processing your delete request, you are retur ned to the Pr eset Managem ent screen.

Sample Delete file confirmation message

7.3.4 Copying and Moving Presets

The Copy and Move buttons let you change the stor age location of your custom preset s. The se
functions require the use of a CF card in the CF2 card slot. Copy and Move presets go to the
inactive CF card.

For example:
If you designate the CF1 as your Save To storage memory preference, when you use the Copy

and Move buttons, your selected preset goes to CF2 (Inactive CF card).

z To copy or move data:

1. Insert a CF card in the CF2 card slot (not supplied).

2. From the main menu, select Scope > Preset.
The Preset Management screen displays (Figure 7-16 on page 75).

3. From the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

4. Select your source storage memory preference from the Save To options, and then press N/
X to close the dialog box.

This will be the storage memory you will be viewing and copying or moving presets from.

5. When selecting a file from the list on-screen, use the up b and down d arrows.

6. When selecting Copy or Move from the upper toolbar, use the right c and left e arrows.
A confirmation message displays.

7. Press Y/a to close the dialog box.
You return to the Preset Management screen.

z To verify the preset copied or moved:

1. Leave the CF2 card installed.

2. From the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

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3. Select the destination storage memory preference from the Save To options, and then press
N/X to close the dialog box.

When the Preset Management screen displays, you should see the preset(s) that you copied
or moved from your source storage memory.

7.3.5 Selecting Multiple Presets

The Select All button highlights all the preset s so you can d elete, copy, or move all of the files
simultaneously.

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Chapter 8 Dat a Management

NOTE:

       

 

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This section explains the Saved Data menu and Dat a Manage ment oper ations.
The Saved Data button (Figure 8-1) accesses the Data Management screen.

The Data Management screen (Figure 8-2) lets you manage storage memory a nd saved files.

i Factory-installed files, identified by a lock icon, cannot be edited, deleted, copied, or moved.

Figure 8-1

Figure 8-2

Sample Saved Data button menu

Sample Data Management screen

1— Load

Opens the selected file.

2— Edit

Lets you add identifiers and notes to a saved file.

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3— Delete

Erases the saved file(s) from storage memory.

4— Copy

Lets you copy the selected file(s) from one CF slot to the other.

5— Move

Lets you move the selected file(s) from one CF slot to the other.

6— Select All

Selects all files.

7— Information

Lets you see how many saved files you have and how much memory is available.

8— Setup

Provides a shortcut to the Save Data utility dialog box that lets you set the location where
files are saved. See “Save Data” on page 89 for details.

9— Lock Status Indicator

Displays a lock icon when indicating that the file is factory-installed.

10—Storage Location Indicator

Indicates to which CF card the file is saved.

11—Addit ional Information

Displays module source, type of data (screen, movie or snapshot), date, time, any custom
notes, lock status and storage location information.

8.1 Identifying Saved Files

Saved files can display the following identification information:

• Year is the vehicle model year.

• Make is the vehicle manufacturer.

• Sensor is the component tested.

• Condition is for good, bad, or unknown status options.

For related information, refer to the following sections:

• “Saving Data” on page 43

• “Editing Saved Files” on page 82

8.2 Loading Saved Files

The Load button lets you view saved test data and do the following:

• Modify the data view using the Zoom, Setup, Ch annel Numbe r , Sig nal Zero Of fset , and

Cursors buttons.

• Review data using the Review button if the saved dat a cont ain s more than one scree n.

• Print the screen.

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NOTE:

z To load data:

1. From the main menu, select Saved Data > Da ta Management.
The Data Management screen displays (Figure 8-2 on page 80).

2. When selecting a file from the list on-screen, use the up b and down d arrows.

3. When selecting Load from the upper toolbar, use the rig htc and left e arrows.

z To exit the loaded screen:

1. Press N/X to return to the Data Management scre en.

2. Press N/X again to return to the main menu.

8.3 Editing Saved Files

The Edit button lets you add notes to sa ved test dat a. You can also provide Year , Make,
Component, and Condition details.

z To edit a saved file:

1. Plug in a USB keyboard (not supplied).

2. From the main menu, select Saved Data > Da ta Management.
The Data Management screen displays (Figure 8-2 on page 80).

3. When selecting a file from the list on-screen, use the up b and down d arrows.

4. When selecting Edit from the upper toolbar, use the right c and left e arrows.
The Edit Saved Data Notation dialog box d isplays (Figur e 8-3).

Figure 8-3

Sample Edit Saved Data Notation dialog box

i The Add Note button is only active when a USB keyboard is plugged in.

5. Select the Add Note icon.
The Note section displays (Figure 8-4).

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Figure 8-4 Sample Add Note section

6. Using your keyboard, type a note (7 lines maximum), then press Esc to exit Additional
Information.

7. Select the Year, Make, Component, or Tested option.
A drop-down list displays (Figure 8-5).

Figure 8-5

8. Select options from the drop-down lists as appropriate.

9. Select Save when you are finished to return to the Data Ma nagement scr een.

z To exit Edit Data screen:

• Press N/X to return to the main menu.

8.4 Deleting Saved Files

The Delete button lets you delete saved test data.

z To delete files:

1. From the main menu, select Saved Data > Da ta Management.
The Data Management screen displays (Figure 8-2 on page 80).

Sample Make list in Edit Saved Data Notation

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IMPORTANT:

2. When selecting a file from the list on-screen, use the up b and down d arrows.

3. When selecting Delete from the upper toolbar , use the rig htc and left e arrows.
A confirmation message displays (Figure 8-6).

Figure 8-6

4. Press N/X to cancel or press Y/a to permanently erase the data from memory.

Sample Delete file confirmation message

8.5 Copying and Moving Saved Data

The Copy and Move functions let you change the CF card loca tion of your saved dat a. T hese
functions require the use of an additional CF card in the CF 2 slot.

z To copy or move data:

1. Insert a CF card in the CF 2 slot (not supplied).

2. From the main menu, select Saved Data > Da ta Management.
The Data Management screen displays (Figure 8-2 on page 80).

3. From the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

4. Select your source CF card slot as the Save To option and press N to close the dia log box.

5. When selecting a file from the list on-screen, use the up b and down d arrows.

6. When selecting Copy or Move from the upper toolbar, use the righ t c and left e arrows.
A confirmation message displays.

7. Press Y/a to acknowledge the message and close the dialog box.
You return to the Data Management screen.

z To verify data copied or moved:

1. Leave the destination CF card installed.

When your Vantage PRO™ unit is powered on, never remove the master pr ogram card fr om
the CF 1 slot.

2. From the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

3. Select your destination CF card slot as the Save To option and press N to ex it.
When the Data Management screen displays, you should see the file(s) that yo u copied o r

moved from your source CF card.

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8.6 Selecting All Files

The Select All button highlights all saved da t a so you can delete , copy, or move all of the files
simultaneously.

8.7 Backing up Saved Files

Y ou can back up saved data on your master program CF card to an additional CF card for storage.

z To back up saved data:

1. Insert a CF card in the CF 2 slot (not supplied).

2. From the main menu, select Saved Data > Da ta Management.
The Data Management screen displays (Figure 8-2 on page 80).

3. From the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

4. Set CF 1 as the Save To option an d press N to clo se the d ialog bo x.
The test data saved to CF 1 (master program CF card) displays.

5. Press the Select All button to highlight all the saved files at once, or highlight an individual file.

6. Select Copy or Move to complete the transfer to the CF 2 card.

z To verify the backup transfer of saved data:

1. With the CF card in the CF 2 slot, from the upper toolbar, select Setup.
The Save Data dialog box displays.

2. Set CF 2 as the Save To option an d press N to clo se the d ialog bo x.
The transferred files should display on CF 2.

z To exit the Data Management screen:

• Press N/X to the main menu.

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Chapter 9 Utilities

NOTE:

This section explains the Utilities menu and operations.
The Utilities button accesses system information and various system controls (Figure 9-1).

Figure 9-1

The following utilities options may be available:

• Tool Setup

• System Tools

• Tool Help

• Easy Scroll

• Connect to PC

• Run

• Shop Info

• System Info

Sample Utilities menu

i Some of these utilities are also accessible from the module you are using in the upper toolbar

Setup menu.

9.1 T ool Setup

The Tool Setup menu (Figure 9-2) lets you adjust settings for optimum performance.

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Figure 9-2 Tool Setup sample menu

The Tool Setup submenu may include:

• Units

• Ignition System

• Power Management

• Save Data

• Printer

• Date

• Time

• S Button

• Color Theme

9.1.1 Units

Select Units (Figure 9-3) to change the displayed units of measurement.

Display As sets how the scale units are displayed (Figur e 9-4).

Figure 9-3

Sample Units dialog box

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Figure 9-4 Display As menu sample

z To change the units of measurement:

1. From the main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Units.
The Units dialog box displays (Figure 9-4).

2. Select options from the drop-down lists as necessary.
The drop-down lists close when Y/a is pressed.

3. Press N/X to close the Units dialog box.

9.1.2 Ignition System

Select Ignition System to choose the appropriate parameters for the vehicle you are testing, such
as ignition type, number of cylinders, firing order, polarity, # 1 trigger, or rpm factor (Figure 9-5).

9.1.3 Power Management

Select Power Management (Figure 9-6) to control the time before the following occurs:

• The backlight turns off

• The unit goes into standby mode

• The unit turns off

Figure 9-5

Sample Ignition System dialog box

The following time setting rules apply:

• The backlight only turns off if its time setting is shorter than the Standby time setting.

• The unit must be in St andby mo de before it can turn off according to the time setting.

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NOTE:

Figure 9-6 Sample Power Management dialog box

For related information, see “Powering Off the Unit” on p age 22.

z To set power management options:

1. Select Utilities > T ool Setup > Power Management.

2. Select settings from the dropdown menus.
The drop-down lists close when Y/a is pressed.

3. Press N/X to confirm your selection and close the Power Management dialog box.

9.1.4 Save Data

Select Save Data to adjust the size of each snapshot and the amount of data recorded after a
snapshot trigger-point. Save Data also let s you set the saving and loading location for saved files.

z To adjust snapshot preferences:

1. From the main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Save Data.
The Save Data dialog box displays (Figure 9-7).

2. Select from the drop-down lists as necessary.
The drop-down list closes automatically.

3. Press N/X to close the Save Data dialog box.

Figure 9-7

Sample Save Data dialog box

i The Save Data dialog box can also be accessed from the Setup menu on the Saved Dat a

management screen. Refer to “Data Management” on p age 80 for details.

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9.1.5 Printer

Select Printer to check the printer compatibility status.
Your Vantage PRO™ unit supports USB printing to PCL 3 (Printer Command La nguag e Level 3)

printers. Contact the Hewlett-Packard Development Compan y to see if your printer su ppor t s the
PCL 3 standard.

See “Setting Up to Print” on page 22 for more details.

z To adjust print settings:

1. From the main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Printer.
The Printer dialog box displays (Figure 9-8).

2. Select from the drop-down lists as necessary.
The drop-down lists close when Y/a is pressed.

3. Press N/X to close the Printer dialog box.

9.1.6 Date

Select Date to set the date that displays with saved data.

z To set the date:

1. From the main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Date.
The Date dialog box displays (Figure 9-9).

Figure 9-8

Sample Printer dialog box

Figure 9-9

2. Select from the drop-down lists as necessary.
The drop-down list closes when Y/a is pressed.

Sample Date dialog box

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NOTE:

NOTE:

3. Press N/X to close the Date dialog box.

9.1.7 Time

Select Time to set the time that displays at the bottom of the screen.

z To set the time:

1. From the main menu, select Utilities > Tool Setup > Time.
The Time dialog box d isplays (Fig ure 9-10).

Figure 9-10

2. Select from the drop-down lists as necessary.
The drop-down list closes when Y/a is pressed.

3. Press N/X to close the Time dialog box.

Sample Time dialog box

9.1.8 S Button

Select S Button to change the functionality of the S button. Possible assignment s include:

• Freeze/Run—works as the Pause/Play button when viewing data in graph view.

• Print Page—works like the Page or Full Screen options from the Print button on the toolbar.

i The S button can only perform print functions when the Print button is visible in the upper toolbar.

• Save Image—is the default and makes a bitmap (BMP) or JPEG (JPG) screen capture image

of any screen during any mode of operation.

i Using an optional CF card reader/writer connected to your computer , saved b itmap file s can be

retrieved from your designated storage CF card from the \User\Data directory.

• S-Button Popup—opens this menu when the button is pushe d.

z To assign a function to the S button:

1. Select Utilities > T ool Setup > S Button.

2. The S Button dialog box displays (Figure 9-1 1).

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