Car-O-Liner PointX User manual

(45929, rev 6) 2019-03 EN
Instruction Manual
PointX
Electronic Measuring System

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Foreword
The PointX Electronic Measuring System allows you to electronically
measure vehicles. The PointX Electronic Measuring System comprises the
PointX measuring arm, which is the measuring hardware, Vision2 PointX,
which is the measuring software and Car-O-Data, which is a database
containing Car-O-Liner DataSheets (with photos) and indexes for most
vehicles. Car-O-Data is available through an online subscription.
Car-O-Liner Group AB can in no way be held responsible for intentional or
unintentional damage, and consequent unlimited loss of profit, loss of
income, loss of business opportunity, loss of use or other similar nuisance,
irrespective of how this has arisen, that originates from deficiencies in the
information provided in the Vision2 PointX software or its use in a manner
not intended.
The contents in this publication can be changed without prior notice, and
the publication contains information that is protected by copyright laws.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a system for
information retrieval or be transmitted in any form, in any manner, without
Car-O-Liner Group AB’s written consent.
NOTE: Before installation of Vision2 PointX and
Car-O-Data DVD, be sure to read the Licence Agreements.
By installing the software, you agree to the terms of the Agreement.
Copyright (c) Car-O-Liner Group AB 2019.
Car-O-Liner©(2019) is a trademark of Snap-on Incorporated. All rights reserved.

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Notice
Dimensions and information contained on Car-O-Liner DataSheets are
compiled from information prepared by measuring vehicles and from
information provided by the car manufacturers. The methods used in the
measurement of vehicles are normally considered reliable as regards to the
accuracy required.
Car-O-Liner Group AB and other directly or indirectly involved parties
cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage or injury that occurs as a
result of deficiencies in the information provided on Car-O-Liner
DataSheets or in the Car-O-Liner Index and its components.
No part of this publication or any Car-O-Liner DataSheets may be copied
in any form (electronically or mechanically) or, in any other way, stored in
any system without prior agreement with Car-O-Liner Group AB.
We reserve the right to make changes without prior notice.
License Agreement
By installing the software, you agree to the terms of this Agreement. To the
extent that other terms have been agreed to in writing with Car-O-Liner
Group AB, such other terms shall prevail. If you do not agree with the
terms, promptly return the software box with accompanying items for a
refund.
Software and documentation are owned by Car-O-Liner Group AB and its
suppliers and are protected by copyright laws and international treaty
provisions.
You may not rent, lease, sub-licence, copy or lend the software or
documentation. You may not alter, modify or adapt the software or
documentation.
Vision2 software functions
All information regarding the software in this manual is intended for
Vision2 PointX.

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Contents
1Introduction............................................................................6
1.1 General .......................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Marking .......................................................................................................... 9
1.2.1 Matching serial numbers on measuring arm and measuring arm
extension name plates................................................................................... 9
1.3 Vision2 PointX measuring software.............................................................. 10
1.4 Car-O-Data vehicle database via Internet.................................................... 11
2Safety....................................................................................12
2.1 General ........................................................................................................ 12
2.2 Warnings and important notices................................................................... 13
3Installation............................................................................16
3.1 PointX measuring arm.................................................................................. 16
3.2 Installing Vision2 PointX software................................................................ 17
3.3 Pairing of Bluetooth...................................................................................... 17
3.4 Selection of Bluetooth COM-port.................................................................. 17
4Operation .............................................................................18
4.1 PointX measuring arm.................................................................................. 18
4.1.1 Turning on/off the PointX ............................................................... 19
4.1.2 Display functions for measuring..................................................... 21
4.1.3 Measuring tubes ............................................................................ 31
4.1.4 Measuring tube fitting configurations ............................................. 32
4.1.5 Magnetic attachment...................................................................... 33
4.1.6 Measuring adapters (sockets and tips).......................................... 33
4.1.7 Measuring arm extension............................................................... 34
4.1.8 Battery change............................................................................... 35
4.1.9 PointX USB slot ............................................................................. 36
4.2 Open PointX software and start to work....................................................... 37
4.2.1 Open an existing Workorder.......................................................... 38
4.2.2 Create a new Workorder................................................................ 39
4.2.3 Find and download a DataSheet.................................................... 40
4.2.4 Search for a DataSheet ................................................................. 41
4.2.5 View list of new (recently released) DataSheets............................ 42
4.2.6 Preparation/set up of the vehicle.................................................... 43
4.2.7 Center and measure the vehicle.................................................... 45
4.3 Documentation of the vehicle....................................................................... 49
4.3.1 Print protocol.................................................................................. 49
4.3.2 Print preview.................................................................................. 50
4.4 The Centering and Normal measuring method .......................................... 51
4.4.1 DataSheet information................................................................... 51
4.4.2 The Standard centering method..................................................... 52
4.4.3 The Advanced centering method (default setting).......................... 54
4.4.4 The Normal measuring method...................................................... 57
4.5 The Point-To-Point (P2P) Standard measuring method............................ 59
4.5.1 Point-To-Point Standard measuring adapters................................ 63
4.5.2 Point-To-Point measuring point descriptions.................................. 66

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4.6 The Point-To-Point (P2P) Advanced measuring method........................... 72
4.7 The Absolute measuring method ................................................................. 74
4.8 Close Vision2 PointX.................................................................................... 77
5Key functions.......................................................................78
5.1 The Vision2 PointX Main Tab System........................................................ 78
5.2 The Home tab .............................................................................................. 79
5.2.1 Existing Workorder......................................................................... 79
5.2.2 Create a new Workorder................................................................ 79
5.3 The Workorder tab....................................................................................... 80
5.3.1 Workorder list................................................................................. 80
5.3.2 Basic information sub tab............................................................... 80
5.3.3 Customer information sub tab........................................................ 81
5.3.4 Insurance information sub tab........................................................ 81
5.3.5 Car-O-Liner Index.......................................................................... 82
5.3.6 Download DataSheet..................................................................... 85
5.3.7 Search function.............................................................................. 86
5.4 The Preparation tab ..................................................................................... 87
5.4.1 Vehicle on support or on wheels.................................................... 87
5.4.2 Engine In or Out............................................................................. 87
5.4.3 Info center...................................................................................... 88
5.5 The Measuring tab....................................................................................... 90
5.5.1 The Normal measuring view.......................................................... 90
5.5.2 The Point-to-point (P2P) Standard measuring view....................... 91
5.5.3 The Point-to-point (P2P) Advanced measuring view...................... 92
5.5.4 The Absolute measuring view........................................................ 93
5.5.5 Measuring information in lower statusbar....................................... 94
5.5.6 Tolerance....................................................................................... 95
5.6 The Documentation tab................................................................................ 96
5.6.1 Print preview.................................................................................. 97
5.6.2 Documentation settings ................................................................. 98
5.6.3 Add photos to the report ................................................................ 99
5.6.4 E-mail the report .......................................................................... 100
6Settings ..............................................................................101
7Tools...................................................................................102
7.1 Backup workorder...................................................................................... 102
8Help functions....................................................................104
9Vision2 PointX Setup.........................................................105
9.1 Vision2 PointX Setup > Index list ............................................................... 105
9.2 Vision2 PointX Setup > Centering.............................................................. 106
9.3 Vision2 PointX Setup > Measuring............................................................. 106
9.4 Vision2 PointX Setup > Language.............................................................. 107
9.5 Vision2 PointX Setup > Print...................................................................... 107
9.6 Vision2 PointX Setup > Export................................................................... 108
9.7 Vision2 PointX Setup > Backup ................................................................. 108
9.8 Vision2 PointX Setup > Mail....................................................................... 109
9.9 Vision2 PointX Setup > Network ................................................................ 109

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10 Vision2 PointX Diagnose...................................................110
10.1 Vision2 PointX Measuring System Diagnose > Communication............ 110
10.2 Vision2 PointX Measuring System Diagnose > Version........................ 111
10.3 Vision2 PointX Measuring System Diagnose > One Point Check......... 112
11 Maintenance.......................................................................113
11.1 Calibration............................................................................................. 113
11.2 Cleaning................................................................................................ 114
12 Troubleshooting ................................................................115
12.1 Checklist................................................................................................ 116
12.2 Troubleshooting schematic.................................................................... 118
13 Dismantling and Salvage ..................................................122
13.1 Battery................................................................................................... 122
14 Technical Specifications...................................................123
14.1 Computer requirements......................................................................... 123
14.2 PointX measuring arm........................................................................... 124
14.3 Software Versions ................................................................................. 125
14.3.1 Vision2 PointX......................................................................... 125
14.3.2 Car-O-Data.............................................................................. 125
15 Spare parts and accessories ............................................126
15.1 Measuring tubes.................................................................................... 126
15.2 Measuring adapters............................................................................... 127
15.3 WorkShop Solutions.............................................................................. 129
15.4 WSW90 Tool wagon.............................................................................. 130

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1 Introduction
1.1 General
PointX is a quick and accurate electronic measuring system.
The PointX measuring system consists of:
•A lightweight hand held measuring arm
•Measuring tubes, magnetic attachment device and adapters
•Vision2 PointX software with access to Car-O-Data,
the worlds largest vehicle database

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A lightweight telescopic electronic measuring arm [1] made of composite
materials forms the main component of the system. The PointX measuring
arm has built in inclinometer for automatic level adjustment and built in
laser for measuring distance between measuring points.
The measuring tubes [2] are easily fitted into the sockets in both ends of
the telescopic measuring arm. The measuring tubes can be fitted in various
combinations [3] to cover all measuring situations. A self-centring
magnetic attachment [4] can easily be fitted to the measuring arm. The
measuring control buttons [5] and the display [6] are located on the side of
the measuring head [7] and the battery compartment [8] for the two AA
batteries is located on the back of the measuring head.
Figure 1.1 The PointX measuring arm.

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The PointX Electronic Measuring System is delivered in a durable
lightweight case which contains the measuring arm, measuring tubes,
magnetic attachment, adapters, extension device and batteries.
The case also contains Quick Guide, Software CD, Car-O-Data DVD
and Bluetooth adapter.
Figure 1.2 The PointX case with complete measuring kit.
Figure 1.3 Vision2 PointX CD, Car-O-Data DVD, Quick guide
and Bluetooth adapter for the PC.

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1.2 Marking
The name plate is placed according to the picture below.
Figure 1.4 The PointX name plate
1.2.1 Matching serial numbers on measuring arm
and measuring arm extension name plates
To achieve correct measuring results, the measuring arm and measuring
arm extension are factory calibrated together, therefore their serial numbers
must match. If not, there is a risk of incorrect measuring results.
Serial number
Measuring arm
name plate
Measuring arm extension
nameplate

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1.3 Vision2 PointX measuring software
Vision2 PointX contains the original version of the measuring software.
Vision2 PointX automatically checks for updates every week if you are a
registered Car-O-Data internet user. As a Car-O-Data internet user you can
also manually update Vision2 PointX.
Vision2 PointX must be installed on the
hard drive.

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1.4 Car-O-Data vehicle database via Internet
Car-O-Data is the worlds largest vehicle database containing
Car-O-Liner index with DataSheets for more than 8 000 vehicle models
available for PointX measuring system.
To use the Car-O-Data database you need to be a Car-O-Data subscriber.
Car-O-Data Internet is an online subscription which enables you to update
desired models in your vehicle database via internet.
As a Car-O-Data Internet subscriber you will have instant access to
the latest DataSheets with new releases every week!
Dimensions and information on Car-O-Liner DataSheets are compiled
from information prepared by measuring vehicles, and from information
provided by the car manufacturers. The methods used in the measurement
of vehicles are normally considered reliable regarding the accuracy
required.

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2 Safety
2.1 General
The PointX Electronic Measuring System has been designed and tested to
meet strict safety requirements. Please read the following instructions
carefully before operating the PointX Electronic Measuring System, and
refer to the instructions as needed to ensure the continued safe operation of
the PointX Electronic Measuring System.
Information provided in this manual describes the suggested best working
practices and should in no way take precedence over individual
responsibilities or local regulations.
Great effort has been placed on the design and manufacture of the PointX
Electronic Measuring System so that it will comply with all applicable
safety aspects for this type of equipment. During operation and other work,
it is always each individual’s responsibility to consider:
•Their own and other’s personal safety.
•The safety of the PointX Electronic Measuring System through correct
use of the equipment in accordance with the descriptions and
instructions provided in this manual.
By observing and following the safety precautions, users of the PointX
Electronic Measuring System will ensure safer working conditions for
themselves and their fellow workers.

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2.2 Warnings and important notices
The following types of safety signs are used on the equipment and in
Car-O-Liner’s instruction manuals:
PROHIBITED – Prohibits behaviour that can cause injury.
COMMAND – Prescribes a specific responsibility or action.
WARNING – Warns of risks for personal injuries and or damages
to equipment.
The following warnings and important notices are used in the instruction
manual:
WARNING
Warning (in bold type) is used in this manual to indicate a possible
danger that could lead to personal injury. An instruction is normally
given, followed by a short explanation plus the possible effect if the
instruction is not followed.
IMPORTANT
Important (in bold type) is used to indicate a possible danger that
could lead to damage to the equipment and/or cause environmental
damage.
NOTE: (in bold type) is used to accentuate supplementary
information that is required for problem-free use or optimal use of
the equipment.

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The following warnings and important notices appear in this instruction
manual:
WARNING: Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into beam.
Class 1 laser product*.
IMPORTANT: Do not open the PointX measuring arm. All service
must be carried out by authorized Car-O-Liner service personnel.
IMPORTANT:It is the responsibility of the owner (user) to ensure
that the equipment has been installed as specified in the instructions
provided. It is also the owner´s responsibility to ensure that the
equipment is inspected in accordance with applicable regulations
before it is used.
IMPORTANT: Keep the measuring tubes, the measuring adapters
and the measuring tube attachments clean. These are precision parts
that contribute to accurate measurement results.
IMPORTANT: Calibration must be carried out by authorized Car-
O-Liner service personnel. Car-O-Liner recommends that the PointX
is calibrated once a year. Contact your Car-O-Liner distributor.
IMPORTANT: Dust, paint and other chemicals should be kept
away from the measuring arm.
IMPORTANT: No solvents, oils, lubricants, detergents or liquid
should be exposed to the PointX measuring arm.
*FDA requirements: Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 except for
deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007

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IMPORTANT: For the sake of the environment, it is important that
the equipment is dismantled in an environmentally friendly way.
IMPORTANT: Batteries must be installed according to the diagram
printed to the inside of the battery compartment to ensure correct
terminal polarity. Use only AA/LR6 batteries. Other batteries may
cause equipment to malfunction or damage the electronic circuit.
IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept away
from moisture and fluids.
IMPORTANT: Lock the measuring tubes and the measuring
adapters with the proper locking devices. Accuracy will suffer if
these items are not properly secured.
IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept clean to
allow smooth operation of the measuring arm.
IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept away
from all welding sparks and slag.

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3 Installation
3.1 PointX measuring arm
Insert 2 AA batteries in the battery compartment on the back of the
measuring head, see picture below. Car-O-Liner recommends rechargeable
batteries. Battery cover latch is released by hand. The PointX measuring
arm is now ready to use.
Figure 3.1 Insert the batteries.
IMPORTANT: Batteries must be installed according to the diagram
printed to the inside of the battery compartment to ensure correct
terminal polarity. Use only AA/LR6 batteries. Other batteries may
cause equipment to malfunction or damage the electronic circuit.

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3.2 Installing Vision2 PointX software
Place the Vision2 PointX installation CD into the CD-drive and click on
the Install Vision2 PointX. Then follow the on screen instructions.
For registration, see Vision2 PointX Quick Guide.
NOTE: Your computer needs internet access!
3.3 Pairing of Bluetooth
The PointX measuring arm communicates with the PC via Bluetooth.
Before installing the Vision2 PointX you must pair the PointX Bluetooth
device with the PC. For instructions, see Bluetooth installation guide on the
Vision2 PointX installation CD.
3.4 Selection of Bluetooth COM-port
After pairing the PointX Bluetooth device with the PC, the correct COM-
port must be selected in the Vision2 PointX software (under "Settings").
For instructions, see Bluetooth installation guide on the Vision2 PointX
installation CD. This must be carried out before you start measuring.

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4 Operation
4.1 PointX measuring arm
Before you begin using PointX measuring arm and Vision2 PointX, be sure
to read the instructions in this Instruction Manual and that you understand
them. The equipment is inspected and checked prior to leaving the factory
to guarantee consistent quality and maximum reliability.
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the owner (user) to ensure
that the equipment has been installed as specified in the instructions
provided. It is also the owner’s responsibility to ensure that the
equipment is inspected in accordance with applicable regulations
before it is used.
IMPORTANT! Keep the measuring tubes, the measuring adapters
and the measuring tube attachments clean. These are precision parts
which contribute to accurate measurement results.
IMPORTANT! Lock the measuring tubes and the measuring
adapters with the proper locking devices. Accuracy will suffer if
these items are not properly secured.

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IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept away
from moisture and fluids.
IMPORTANT: Dust, paint and other chemicals should be kept away
from the PointX measuring arm.
IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept clean to
allow smooth operation of the measuring arm.
IMPORTANT: The PointX measuring arm should be kept away
from all welding sparks and slag.
4.1.1 Turning on/off the PointX
1. Turn on the PointX by pressing the "Target button".
2. Turn off by pressing and holding the "Target button" for about 4
seconds, when in Start menu. A "Shutting down" message appears
and the PointX will be completely turned off after a few seconds.
NOTE: The PointX will power off automatically after 10 minutes of
inactivity to increase battery life time.