Bartec Tech200BT User manual

Tech200BT User Guide rev3.0 April 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT NOTICES 2
KIT CONTENTS 3
1.0 GETTING STARTED 4
1.1 TOOL LAYOUT AND CONNECTIONS 4
1.2 POWER ON/OFF 4
1.3 TOOL SET-UP 4
1.4 TOOL DISPLAY AND ICONS 5
1.5 BATTERY INDICATOR/CHARGING 5
1.6 CHARGING YOUR TOOL 6
1.7 INSTALLING TPMS DESKTOP 7
1.8 REGISTERING YOUR TOOL 9
1.9 SETTING UP BLUETOOTH 10
1.10 UPDATING YOUR TOOL 11
2.0 MENU SYSTEM 12
2.1 MENU NAVIGATION 12
2.2 MAIN MENU 13
2.3 MENU SYSTEM: TEST SENSORS 14
2.5 MENU SYSTEM: ICONS 16
2.6 MENU SYSTEM: PROGRAMMING SENSOR – CREATE 17
2.7 MENU SYSTEM: PROGRAMMING SENSOR – COPY 18
3.0 TOOL POSISTIONING/READING A SENSOR 19
4.0 TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH 20
5.0 SENSOR PROGRAMMING 21
6.0 TPMS RELEARN TYPES 22
6.1 STATIONARY RELEARNS 22
6.2 ACTIVE (DRIVE) RELEARNS 22
6.3 OBD RELEARNS 23
7.0 TPMS DESKTOP 24
7.1 DESKTOP APPLICATIONS 25
7.2 TPMS DESKTOP HOME SCREEN 25
7.3 MANAGING YOUR BLUETOOTH CONNECTION 26
7.4 AUDITS 26
7.5 UPDATES 27
7.6 VEHICLE LOOK-UP 27
7.7 SETTINGS 27
7.8 TPMS PAD 27
7.9 TRAINING VIDEOS 27
8.0 TOOL SERVICE 28
8.1 PROPER CARE AND CLEANING 28
8.2 SERVICE 28
9.0 BARTEC TPMS TECH SUPPORT 29
APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY 30
APPENDIX B: VIN 31
APPENDIX C: FAQ & TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 32
APPENDIX D: TPMS SYSTEM REVIEW 33
LIMITED WARRANTY 34
TOOL REGISTRATION FORM 38
REPLACMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 39
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Welcome to the Bartec TPMS Family! Hopefully you will find our tool and
support to be the best! Please take a few moments to review this user guide
in its entirety for instructions on all the features you find in your new Tech200.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
All specifications, illustrations and information contained within this manual are
based on the most current information available at the time of publication.
Bartec USA reserves the right to make changes at any time without obligation to
notify any person or organization. Bartec USA will do its best to keep you the
customer informed of any changes that might affect the tools performance.
Important items will be called out by using “NOTE.” Information following this
indication should always be paid attention to.
Whenever you see this symbol, the information you are about to read
is vitally important and should be committed to memory.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Note: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
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KIT CONTENTS
•Tech200 TPMS Tool
•Power Supply
•Bluetooth USB Dongle (Adaptor)
•Re-Learn Magnet (for early model GM vehicles with
sensors)
•USB Cable
•Tech200 User Guide
•Kit CD
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1.0 GETTING STARTED
Please register your tool on the Bartec website at
www.bartecusa.com. This is the best way to get information about
software updates, new products and other important TPMS news.
Bartec respects your information and keeps it private!
1.1 Tool Layout and Connections
The Tech200 features a 3 button key pad for easy navigation of the various
menus. The tool has a USB connection for Updating, Data, and Charging
located on the right side of the tool.
1.2 Power On/Off
The Tech200 is powered on by holding the TEST/ENTER key. Upon power up, the
screen displays the Bartec logo on the tool.
TEST-
ENTER Key Hold to POWER ON or POWER OFF
The Tech200 will begin to power down automatically after 3 minutes of
inactivity, and fully shut off after 5 minutes of inactivity. To power the tool off
at any time, press and hold the TEST/ENTER Key for approx 2 seconds – a good
bye message will flash and the tool will shut off.
NOTE:
The Tech200 automatically powers on when the charger or USB port is in use
[auto power off is not operational during this time].
1.3 Tool Set-Up
Your tool is ready to use out of the box and requires no set-up.
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1.4 Tool Display and Icons
1.5 Battery Indicator/ Charging
This status line indicator will illustrate the remaining charge status of the battery.
As different TPM types will ‘use up’ differing amounts of energy, the indicator
can only provide estimates of remaining life left before a recharge is required.
The battery indicator will flash while charging.
Indicates more
selections
Current
Selection
Battery
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1.6 Charging your tool
The Tech200 is shipped from the factory with a fully charged battery, however
it is recommended that you charge your tool a minimum of four [4] hours
before using.
Use of un-approved power supplies may damage your tool and will
void the tool warranty.
The Tech 200 comes with the rechargeable battery already installed.
Battery replacement must be done at the factory.
For optimum performance, always keep your Tech 200 sufficiently charged. It
is recommended that you charge the tool 2 + hours before first use.
Alternate Charging Methods:
A. USB Cable to PC
You can also charge the Tech 200 using the supplied USB cable attached to your
computer.
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1.7 Installing TPMS Desktop
The TPMS Desktop is required to use the wireless features of the Tech200. This
software is available from the Bartec USA website at www.bartecusa.com and
is also loaded onto the KIT CD. The preferred method is installing from the
Bartec USA website. How to use TPMS Desktop is reviewed in Section 7.
This application must be loaded onto the PC or Laptop BEFORE
using the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi features.
www.bartecusa.com https://tools.bartecusa.com/login.aspx
Once you’ve clicked the link, this screen should open. Click INSTALL to start the
process of loading the software to the PC or Laptop.
Link is at top of the
BartecUSA site
Link is also on the TPMS
Support Center
Click
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The installation wizard should launch and guide you through the install process.
The first thing you will be prompted to do is save the “setup.exe” file.
On most computers, the file will be saved to a “downloaded” folder. Your
computer will either prompt you that the down load is complete, or you may
have to look for it on the desk top.
Once “setup.exe” is launched, you will see the following window. Click RUN to
start the install.
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The install wizard will advise you of the install status. Follow the onscreen
instructions carefully.
Once installed and running, the TPMS Desktop will help you organize AUDIT
reports, keep your tool current, and manage your customers, all from a single
access point. Once installed, click the REGISTER TOOL link at the top to begin
creating your online account at www.bartecusa.com and registering your new
Tech200 tool!
1.8 Registering your tool
You can register your Bartec
Tech200 @ www.bartecusa.com.
Follow the on-screen prompts filling
in your information and tool serial
number. Please have your tool
serial number, date of purchase and
place of purchase in order to
properly register your tool.
Register Tool Link
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1.9 Setting Up Bluetooth
For your convenience, Bartec has included a Bluetooth Dongle [adaptor]. This
is to be used with PC’s or Laptops that do NOT have Bluetooth connectivity
already installed. Follow the install and setup instructions that are included in
this kit. Begin by inserting the set-up CD and install the necessary driver and
software.
Insert the CD BEFORE installing the dongle [adaptor]. Follow the
instructions of the install wizard.
Make sure to reboot the computer
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1.10 Updating your Tool
Once your tool is registered, verify the software level loaded to the level
available online and update your tool if necessary. This can be done by using
the TPMS Desktop.
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2.0 MENU SYSTEM
2.1 Menu Navigation
The menu system is navigated by the directional keys:
Up Arrow Key Navigates up within the current menu
Down Arrow
Key Navigates down within the current menu
TEST-
ENTER Key
Commence a TPM test or Select the
highlighted function.
The simple three button menu system allows for Make-Model-Year navigation.
By using the UP/DOWN arrow keys to navigate the current menu, the
TEST/ENTER key will perform the selected function. To go back, navigate to the
select “back” and press the TEST/ENTER key.
By selecting Make-Model-Year, the Tech 200 can accurately display the TPM
pressure as well as assist the technician with diagnosing if the correct sensor is
fitted and working.
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2.2 Main Menu
This is the main screen- providing access to the main functional items of the Tech
200.
1. Test Sensors
“Select by Vehicle”-select the vehicle
make, model and year.
2. Prog. Sensors
Select the Make-Model-Year you wish to
copy or create sensors for. Follow the on
screen prompts.
3. Send All Data
Connects via BT to send your data to TPMS
Desktop.
4. Delete All Data
Deletes any stored data on the tool
5. My Tool
Access to Settings, BT Pair, and Tool Info
6. Off
Powers the tool off
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2.3 Menu System: Test Sensors
NOTE: To verify year, use 10th digit of the VIN.
See Appendix A for additional information
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2.4 Menu System: Test Sensors
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2.5 Menu System: Icons
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2.6 Menu System: Programming Sensor – Create
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2.7 Menu System: Programming Sensor - Copy
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3.0 TOOL POSITIONING/READING A SENSOR
Proper tool positioning is important to ensure
sensor activation and decode. Place the Tech 200
on the tire, at the TPMS sensor, pointed toward
the sensor location as shown.
3.1 Sensor Activation/ Test LF Activated Sensors
To test a sensor the tool should be
placed alongside the valve stem and
the ‘Test’ key pressed.
(Note with Ford Banded sensor’s, the tool
should be held 180° away from the stem.)
3.2 Magnet Activated Sensors
If the TPM requires a magnet, place the
magnet over the stem and then place
the tool alongside the stem- while
pressing the test key.
3.3 Delta P activated sensors
If the sensor requires tire deflation (of the order of 10PSI), then deflate the tire
and place the tool alongside the stem while pressing the test key.
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4.0 TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH
Your Tech 200 is designed primarily for Test Before You Touch (TBYT) to
activate and verify the sensors are transmitting. What you will be looking for is:
•Pressure (Compared to Vehicle Placard)
•Battery Pass/Fail
•Sensor ID
Tool Display
It is also recommended that the sensors be physically inspected during the
TBYT process for any of the following:
•Missing Valve Caps
•Wrong Valve Caps
•Corrosion
•Other Damages
To complete the TBYT, follow the Menu Flow from “Check Sensors” and set the
tool up for the correct Make-Model-Year.
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