AlienTech Powergate3+ Guide

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Powergate3+ Decoder
Instruction manual and user’s guide
This manual explains features and provides basic information about how to set up and operate the
Powergate3+ Decoder, including instructions on how to download Alientech Slave Manager
software and configure User tools. The manual also includes warnings and precautions for the safe
and proper use of the product.

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Warning
Important Notices regarding the use of Powergate3+
Warning: by using this Product you gives your acceptance to the
terms of license and warranty contained in the section Product
Warranty and Software License.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the case when the tool is connected. Refer
any required servicing of product to Alientech Srl only.
The product and its accessories are for professional use only.
Important Notices regarding the contents of this guide
•Alientech Srl owns and administers some or all the rights to the images and other copyrighted
content in this manual. Use of the images and other copyrighted content (including copying,
reproducing, modifying, uploading on a network, displaying, transmitting, distributing,
licensing, selling and publishing) except as used herein, is prohibited to the extend allowed by
law.
•This guide and the screen images used throughout this guide are subject to change without
notice.
Regulatory Information
•The marks are located on the rear side of the tool.
•The product meets the essential requirements of Regulation N.10 ECE.
•The product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules (47 CFR).
•The product is in conformity with FCC and ECE standards only if used with cables supplied and
according to what specified in this user’s guide.

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Table of contents
Warning................................................................................................................................................2
Important Notices regarding the use of Powergate3+....................................................................2
Important Notices regarding the contents of this guide .................................................................2
Regulatory Information....................................................................................................................2
Precautions ..........................................................................................................................................4
Safety................................................................................................................................................4
Use and handling..............................................................................................................................4
LCD Screen .......................................................................................................................................5
WEEE Directive.................................................................................................................................5
Cleaning............................................................................................................................................5
Checking the package contents ...........................................................................................................6
Part names and functions ....................................................................................................................7
Front side of the tool .......................................................................................................................7
Upper side of the tool ......................................................................................................................7
Basic Operation....................................................................................................................................8
Installing Alientech Slave Manager software ..................................................................................8
Main window of the software..........................................................................................................8
Operating procedures........................................................................................................................10
Displaying your devices..................................................................................................................10
Creating the setup file for your Users............................................................................................10
Customizing your Templates..........................................................................................................12
Initializing a new User Device ........................................................................................................15
Decoding/Encoding files received from your Users.......................................................................16
Decoding a file...............................................................................................................................16
Encoding a file...............................................................................................................................16
Decoding your User’s LOG file .......................................................................................................17
Downloading your LOG file ............................................................................................................18
Displaying vehicles supported .......................................................................................................19

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Precautions
Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future
reference.
Safety
This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety. However, any electrical
device, if used improperly, has the potential for causing fire, electrical shock or personal injury. To
help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:
•Observe all warnings, precautions and instructions.
•Stop use, unplug the USB cable from the PC and disconnect any other cables immediately if the
device functions in an abnormal manner, produces unusual sounds or smells, or becomes too
hot to touch.
•Never disassemble the product or accessories. Use the Powergate3+ and accessories according
to the instructions and guidelines provided in the user’s guide. No authorization for the analysis
or modification of the product, or the analysis or modification of the Alientech Slave Manager
software, or the analysis of its circuit configuration, is provided. Disassembling will void the
product warranty and may be dangerous
Use and handling
•Do not use the tool near water.
•Use only cables supplied by the Alientech S.r.l., its subsidiaries and affiliates or by an authorized
dealer.
•Do not expose the tool or accessories to high temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight.
•Do not leave the product or accessories in a car with the windows closed (particularly in
summer).
•Do not expose the product or accessories to dust, smoke, or steam.
•Do not allow liquid or small particles to get into the product or accessories.
•Do not place the product or accessories on surfaces that are tilted, unstable or subject to
vibration.
•Do not drop or step on the product or accessories, and do not subject the device to strong
physical shock.
•Do not put heavy objects on the product or accessories.
•Do not touch or insert foreign objects into the connectors of the tool or accessories.

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LCD Screen
•The LCD screen is made of glass and may crack if subjected to excessive force.
•Pixels that are not lit or are continuously lit may appear in certain locations on the LCD screen.
The possible occurrence of such spots is a normal occurrence associated with LCD screens and
is not a sign of a malfunction.
•Direct exposure to sunlight may damage the product’s LCD screen.
•When using the product in a cold environment, you may notice shadows on the graphics or the
screen may appear darker than usual. This is not a malfunction, and the screen will return to
normal when the temperature goes up.
WEEE Directive
Cleaning
•Cleaning the exterior surface excluding the LCD screen: Wipe gently with a soft cloth. Do not
use solvents or other chemicals to clear the exterior surface of the Powergate3+.
•Cleaning the LCD screen: Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
•Cleaning the connectors: Do not use the product if the connectors are not clean. Remove the
dirt with a dry cloth.
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that this product shall not be
treated as household waste. In line with EU Directive 2002/96/EC for waste electrical
and electronic equipment (WEEE), this product must not be disposed of as unsorted
municipal waste. Please dispose of this product by returning it to the point of sale or to
your local municipal collection point for recycling

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Checking the package contents
The basic kit supplied with Powergate3+ includes:
□ Powergate3+ tool
□ 1 USB cable
If any items are missing, contact [email protected] providing your Customer Code.
Always keep the original packaging. In case of required servicing of the product, the tool must
be returned with all accessories.

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Part names and functions
Front side of the tool
1 LCD Display
Touch screen display to use the software embedded in the tool.
Upper side of the tool
1 USB connector
Connect the tool to the computer.
2 Cable connector
Connect the cable supplied with the tool.

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Basic Operation
Installing Alientech Slave Manager software
1. Download the Alientech Slave Manager software from the Download section of the
website www.alientech.to and save the file SetupManager.exe in a folder of your
computer.
2. Disable any anti-virus or anti-spam software that may prevent the installation of drivers.
3. Double click the file SetupManager.exe to open the wizard and install the Alientech Slave
Manager software.
Notice: When the security warning saying it is not possible to verify the authenticity of
the software or drivers is displayed, please click on Install.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions and wait for the installation to complete.
5. Connect the Powergate3+ to your computer using the USB cable provided.
After the installation has completed, Alientech Slave Manager will start automatically.
Main window of the software

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1 Products
Device database - To display a list with all the devices assigned to your Decoder profile. An active
Internet connection is needed.
Create User setup file -To create the Setup file your customers will use to run the user-end
software.
2 Devices
Templates - To enter the name of your User devices, create or upload already existing customized
wallpapers and icons of the software embedded in your User devices, translate in your language
the messages displayed on the touch screen of your User devices and preview them (as to check
the length of messages on screen), enable the vehicles your User will program and add remarks to
your template.
Configure - To initialize a new User device by assigning a specific template to a serial number.
3 Files
Decode - Encode - To manage files received from your Users.
Decode User Log - To decode the LOG files received from your Users.
Download Decoder Log - To save on your computer the LOG file of your Decoder device, so that
you can send it to Alientech Technical Support Service.
4 Vehicles available
Cars - To display a complete list of all cars supported by Powergate3+.
To make best use of Alientech Slave Manager, we suggest you to hit the maximize button in the
titlebar.

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Operating procedures
Displaying your devices
Click on Device database and then on Continue to display the list of all the devices you purchased,
both the devices already assigned to a customer and those in your stock still to initialize.
You can filter the information as in Excel.
We remind you that an active Internet connection is needed to display the list.
You can sort the content of the table by Serial Number, Type, and Vehicles by clicking on the
column-title box.
Creating the setup file for your Users
1. Click on Create User setup file.
2. Enter the name of your customized device in the Application Name field.
3. Enter the folder where to save the setup file in the Destination Folder field.
4. If you wish to give your software a different icon to display on the desktop of your User’s
computer, click on Change Icon and select folder and file.
The icon file must be in an .ico format, 48x48 px size suggested. You can change the size of the
icon, but you have to keep it squared.
5. Click on Start to save the Setup File on your computer. A file named Setup[name entered in
the Application Name field].exe will be saved so that you can send it to your customer by e-
mail.