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