ArtiMINI User - S Manual
ArtiMINI User - S Manual
ArtiMINI User - S Manual
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................... 1
1.1 PRODUCT PROFILE ............................................................................... 1
1.2 FEATURES ............................................................................................ 1
1.3 KNOWLEDGE OF THE HANDSET .............................................................. 2
1.3.2 Display tablet................................................................................... 2
1.3.3 VCI connector (Only applies for 12V cars) ...................................... 3
1.4 TECHNICAL PARAMETERS ...................................................................... 4
1.5 PACKAGE LIST ...................................................................................... 4
2 PREPARATIONS ........................................................................................... 6
2.1 CHARGING THE HANDSET .......................................................................... 6
2.2 USING YOUR BATTERY .............................................................................. 6
2.3 POWER ON/OFF ........................................................................................ 6
2.3.1 Power on ......................................................................................... 6
2.3.2 Power off ......................................................................................... 6
2.4 TIPS ON FINGER OPERATIONS ................................................................... 6
2.5 SCREEN LAYOUT ...................................................................................... 7
2.6 NOTIFICATION PANEL ................................................................................ 7
2.7 CUSTOMIZE YOUR DESKTOP ...................................................................... 7
2.7.1 Create a widget on the desktop ....................................................... 7
2.7.2 Move items on the desktop ............................................................. 7
2.7.3 Delete items from the desktop ......................................................... 8
2.7.4 Adjust brightness ............................................................................. 8
2.7.5 Set standby time ............................................................................. 8
3 WI-FI SETTING ............................................................................................. 9
3.1 CONNECT TO A W I-FI NETWORK ................................................................ 9
3.2 DISCONNECT FROM A W I-FI NETWORK....................................................... 9
4 HOW TO DIAGNOSE .................................................................................. 10
4.1 DIAGNOSIS FLOWCHART ......................................................................... 10
4.2 INITIAL USE ............................................................................................ 10
4.2.1 User registration ............................................................................ 10
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Product Profile
It is a smart solution for passenger car diagnosis based on the multitask-capable
Android operating system.
Through the simple Bluetooth communication between the VCI connector and
display tablet, it achieves full car model and full system vehicle trouble diagnosis,
which includes Reading DTCs, Clearing DTCs, Reading Data Stream, Actuation
Test and Special Functions.
Moreover, it supports Wi-Fi connection, which enables you surf the Internet,
update the diagnostic software online and perform remote diagnosis, getting
your job fixed faster and easier.
1.2 Features
1. Diagnostic Tool:
A. Diagnose
Diagnose the electronic control system of prevailing vehicle models
covering Asian, European, American and Chinese. Diagnosis functions
include: Read DTCs, Clear DTCs, Read data stream, Special functions
etc.
Specially designed for Android platform with clear and user-friendly
interface.
Via Bluetooth, it is simple for the VCI connector to communicate with the
display tablet.
B. One-click Update: lets you update your diagnostic software more
efficiently.
C. Repair Data: provides abundant automotive handbook, repair case and
wiring diagrams for reference and retrieval.
D. Remote Diagnosis: configures it as an I/M (Instant Messaging) tool,
which enables technicians to exchange repair experience and perform
remote assistance more conveniently.
2. Browser: built-in Wi-Fi module makes surfing on the internet freely.
3. Email: allows you to send and receive emails.
4. Applications: other android based applications can be customized to install
or uninstall.
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1 VCI connector
2 Rear camera
3 Camera flash
4 Slot for VCI connector For housing the VCI connector.
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6 Carry strap
7 Speakers
To connect to the power adaptor for
8 USB/Charging port
charging.
9 Microphone
10 LCD screen
To adjust the volume. To print the screen,
hold and press the POWER and VOLUME –
11 VOLUME +/- Key key until a snapshot pops up on the screen.
The captured snapshot is saved in the
“Screenshots” folder.
12 Receiver
13 Front camera
14 Earphone Jack
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OBD-16 diagnostic
1 To connect on vehicle’s OBD2 DLC.
connector
It illuminates red when the VCI connector is
connected to the vehicle’s DLC.
2 Mode indicator
Blue indicates the VCI connector is working
in Bluetooth mode.
VCI connector:
Working voltage 9 ~18V
Working temperature -10℃ ~ 55℃
Storage temperature -20℃ ~ 70℃
Relative humidity 20% ~ 90%
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Preparations
2 Preparations
2.1 Charging the handset
1. Plug one end of the included power adaptor into the USB port of the
handset.
2. Connect the other end to the AC outlet.
If appears on the screen, it indicates it is being charged. If the logo changes
into , it indicates that the battery is fully charged. Unplug the power adaptor
from the handset.
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Long press: Tap and hold on the current interface or area until a
contextual menu pops up on the screen, and then release it.
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Wi-Fi Setup
3 Wi-Fi Setting
Note: If you don’t need to use Wi-Fi for a while, you can turn it off to conserve
battery life.
The handset has built-in Wi-Fi that can be used to get online. Once you’re online,
you can register your handset, surf the Internet, get apps, send email, launch the
remote diagnosis, and check for software updates etc.
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4 How To Diagnose
4.1 Diagnosis Flowchart
For new users, please follow the operation chart shown in Fig. 4-1 to get familiar
with and start using the handset.
Fig. 4-1
4.2 Initial Use
During initial use, tap the application icon on the home screen to launch it and
enter the main menu screen.
4.2.1 User registration
Tap “Login” on the upper right corner of the main menu screen:
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Fig. 4-2
1. If you are a new user, tap “New Registration”. See Fig. 4-3.
Fig. 4-3
Note: To obtain better service, you need to provide real information.
A. Create App account: In Fig. 4-3, fill in the information in each field and then
tap “Register”, a screen similar to the following will appear:
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Fig. 4-4
B. Activate the VCI connector: In Fig. 4-4, input the Serial Number and
Activation Code, which can be found in the password envelope.
Fig. 4-5
Note: To exit and activate it later, tap “Skip”. In this case, you can activate your
connector by tapping “Activate Connector” in “Personal Center”. For details, please
refer to Chapter 4.9.3 Activate Connector.
C. Download diagnostic software: Tap “Activate”, a dialog box similar to Fig. 4-6
will appear:
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Fig. 4-6
To download the diagnostic software, tap “Yes” to enter the software download
page. Tap “No” to download it later.
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Fig. 4-7
On the download page, tap “Update” to start downloading. It may take several
minutes to finish it, please be patient to wait. To pause downloading, tap “Pause”.
To resume it, tap “Continue”.
Once download is complete, the system will install the software package
automatically.
2. If you have registered to be a member, input your name and password, and
then tap the “Login” button to enter the main menu screen directly.
3. If you forgot the password, tap “Retrieve Password”, and then follow the
on-screen instructions to retrieve it.
4.2.2 Diagnostic software layout
Fig. 4-8
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Name Description
4.3 Connections
4.3.1 Preparation
Normal testing conditions
Turn on the vehicle power supply.
Vehicle battery voltage range should be 9-14 Volts.
Throttle should be in a closed position.
Select the VCI connector
If the handset is testing vehicles equipped with universal OBD II 16 PIN
diagnostic socket, please use the included VCI connector. (For vehicles with
non-OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, a non-16 PIN connector is required.)
4.3.2 DLC location
The DLC (Data Link Connector) is typically a standard 16-pin connector where
diagnostic tools interface with a vehicle’s on-board control modules. The DLC is
usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel, under or
around the driver’s side for most vehicles. If DLC is not located under dashboard,
a label should be there telling location. For some Asian and European vehicles,
the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to
access the connector. If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle’s service
manual.
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Fig. 4-9
4.3.3 Vehicle connection
The method used to connect the diagnostic connector to a vehicle’s DLC
depends on the vehicle’s configuration as follows:
A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both
communication and 12V power through a standardized DLC.
A vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies
communication through a DLC connection, and in some cases supplies 12V
power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to the vehicle
battery.
Follow the steps mentioned below to connect OBD II vehicle:
1. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket.
2. Plug the VCI connector into the vehicle’s DLC socket (It is suggested to use
the OBD II extension cable to connect the VCI connector and DLC socket).
Fig. 4-10
3. Choose one of the two ways to obtain power from:
A. Power adaptor: Connect one end of the included power adaptor to
charging port of the tablet, and the other end to AC outlet.
B. Internal battery pack
For non-OBDII vehicle, proceed as follows:
1. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket.
2. Select the corresponding non-16pin connector.
3. Plug the non-16pin end of the connector into the DLC socket, and the other
end to the OBD I adaptor, and then tighten the captive screws.
4. Connect the other end of the adaptor to the included VCI connector.
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Fig. 4-11
B. Battery Clamps Cable: Connect one end of the battery clamps cable to
vehicle’s battery, and the other end to the power jack of OBD I adaptor.
Fig. 4-12
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Fig. 4-13
OBD VIN: In this mode, the VCI connector should be plugged into the
vehicle’s DLC first, and then a Bluetooth communication should be
established between the handset and VCI connector.
Tap “OBD VIN” to scan the vehicle identification number of the vehicle. Once
scanning is complete and successful, the handset will enter the diagnostic
software of the vehicle.
Note: Before using this function, the corresponding diagnostic software and Auto
search file need to be downloaded on your tool first while downloading the
diagnostic software.
INPUT VIN: In this mode, you need to input the VIN manually. In general,
vehicle identification numbers are standardized - all contain 17 characters.
VIN characters may be capital letters A through Z and numbers 1 through 0;
however, the letters I, O and Q are never used in order to avoid mistakes of
misreading. No signs or spaces are allowed in the VIN.
The most recognizable location for this number is in the top left corner on the
vehicle’s dashboard. Other locations include the driver’s door or post, and the
firewall under the hood.
Tap “INPUT VIN” and a screen similar to Fig. 4-14 will appear:
Fig. 4-14
Input the VIN, and tap “Confirm” to enter the diagnostic software of the
vehicle.
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Fig. 4-15
3). Tap “Engine”, the system will navigate to the test function menu. See Fig.
4-16.
Fig. 4-16
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Fig. 4-17
Highlight a certain DTC item, and then tap to search the definition of the
selected DTC online.
On-screen Buttons:
Report: To save the current diagnostic data. All reports are saved under the
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tab “Diagnostic Report” in “My Report” from “Profile” menu. For details on
report operations, please refer to Chapter 4.9.1 “My Report”.
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Fig. 4-18
On-screen Buttons:
After selecting the desired items, tap “Confirm” to enter the data stream reading
page.
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Fig. 4-19
On-screen Buttons:
Graph: After selecting, tap it to view the waveform. There are 3 types of
display modes available for data viewing, allowing you to view various types
of parameters in the most suitable way.
Graph – displays the parameters in waveform graphs.
Value – this is the default mode which displays the parameters in texts
and shows in list format.
Combine – this option is mostly used in graph merge status for data
comparison. In this case, different items are marked in different colors.
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Record: Tap to start recording diagnostic data for future playback and
analysis. The saved file follows the naming rule: It begins with vehicle type,
and ends with the record starting time (To differentiate between files, please
configure the accurate system time). The file is stored in “My Report” under
“Personal Center” menu. For details on playback operations, please refer to
Chapter 4.9.1 “My Report”.
To stop reading the data stream, tap before the recording progress bar.
If more than one page of data stream items is displayed, an icon similar to 1/X
appears. Swipe the screen from right to left to switch to the next page.
4.5.4 Special function
This option allows you to detect whether the system parameters are normal or
not. It mainly includes: Injector test, fuel pump test, purge control solenoid and
so on.
Take “1# injector” as an example.
To detect whether 1# injector works normally or not, tap “1# injector”, the system
will automatically carry out the function. After complete, a prompt dialog box will
pop up on the screen.
4.5.5 How to view History?
Generally once a vehicle diagnosis is performed, the handset will record the
every details of diagnostic process. The History function provides a quick access
to the tested vehicles and users can resume from the last operation, without the
necessity of starting from scratch.
1. Tap “History”, all diagnostic records will be listed on the screen in date
sequence.
Where the box with light blue background indicates that no DTCs are found on
this vehicle and the light yellow box indicates that the vehicle has DTCs.
2. Tap a certain box to enter the history records.
3. Tap “Restore” to directly jump to the system selection screen.
4. Tap the desired system to enter and follow the instructions on the screen to
proceed.
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Fig. 4-20
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Actions Results
Send remote Tap it and input the reservation title of the remote
diagnostic reservation diagnosis, and then tap “Confirm” to send.
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4.9.1 My report
This option is used to view the diagnostic report generated in process of vehicle
diagnosis. Additionally, delete, share operations are also supported.
Tap “My Report”, there are total 3 options available.
If user records the running parameters while reading data stream, it will be
saved as .x431 file and appear under Diagnostic Record tab.
Remote Diagnostic Report lists all records generated in process of remote
diagnosis.
In case the DTC result is saved on Read Trouble Code page, the files will be
listed under Diagnostic Report tab.
4.9.2 My connector
This option is used to manage all your activated connectors.
If several VCI connectors are activated on this tool, a list of connectors will be
displayed on the screen. Once you choose the connector that belongs to other
account, you have to log out, and then input the right account to continue.
4.9.3 Activate connector
It is used to activate your VCI connector.
Input the Serial Number and Activation Code, and then tap “Activate” to activate
it.
For details on how to obtain Serial Number and Activation Code, tap the link
below to get help.
4.9.4 Firmware fix
Use this item to upgrade and fix diagnostic firmware. During fixing, please do not
cut power or switch to other interfaces.
4.9.5 Diagnostic feedback
This item allows you to feedback your diagnostic problems to us for analysis and
troubleshooting.
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4.9.6 Profile
Use this item to view and configure personal information.
4.10 Settings
It enables you to make some application settings and view software version
information etc.
4.10.1 Units of measurement
It is designed to set the measurement unit. Metric System and English System
are available.
4.10.2 Network test
It enables you to test whether the current network environment is good or not. It
is normal that you may encounter a logout while testing.
4.10.3 About
The software version information and disclaimer are included.
4.10.4 Exit
This option allows you to logout the system.
To logout the current user ID, tap “Exit from current account”.
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5 Others
5.1 Email
The function allows you to send and receive emails.
5.1.1 Configure an email account
Note: Before sending or receiving email, you have to set up an email account. In
addition, this function requires a stable network connection.
1. On the home screen, tap Email.
2. Choose the desired email account type.
3. Input email address and password, tap “Next”.
Note: If “Manual setup” is selected, please consult your email service provider for
detailed parameter setting.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed until the system prompts you
that the account setup has been finished.
5.1.2 Add an email account
1. Tap Settings --> Accounts.
2. Tap Add account.
3. Choose the desired account type.
5.2 Browser
5.2.1 Open browser
On the home screen, tap Browser to launch the browser. You can choose the
desired homepage or input the website address to browse.
Fig. 5-1
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5.3 Synchronization
You can transfer media files and APK between the PC and handset.
5.3.1 Connect to PC
1. Use the USB cable to connect the handset to your PC.
2. Swipe from the top, a message “Connected as a media device” appears.
5.3.2 Run on PC
Perform the following steps:
Locate the new disc.
Copy the files.
5.3.3 Install an application
Do the following steps:
1. Tap Settings > Security, and set the “Unknown sources” to ON, which
allows you to install apps from unknown sources.
2. A dialog box appears on the screen, tap “OK” to confirm.
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3. Set the tool as “Connected as a media device”, and copy the APK file from
the PC to the tool.
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FAQ
6 FAQ
1. Communication error with vehicle ECU?
Please confirm:
1. Whether the VCI is properly connected.
2. Whether the vehicle ignition switch is On.
3. If all checks are normal, send vehicle year, make, model and VIN number to
us using Diagnostic Feedback feature.
3. Can I use any other power adaptor other than the included power
adaptor to charge the handset?
No. Please use only the included power adaptor to charge the handset. We
assume no responsibility for damage or loss resulting from the use of the any
other adaptors.
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Statement:
We reserve the rights to make any change to product designs and specifications
without notice. The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions in the
manual in physical appearance, color and configuration. We have tried our best
to make the descriptions and illustrations in the manual as accurate as possible,
and defects are inevitable, if you have any question, please contact local dealer
or after-sale service center.
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