Drew Technologies CarDAQ-Plus 2 User manual

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 3
GETTING TO KNOW THE CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
............................................................... 3
- LED Status Li hts ........................................................................................................... 3
INSTALLATION & DEVICE ACTIVATION ................................................................... 4
J2534 Toolbox 3 .......................................................................................................... 7
DREWTECH - Tech2Win DRIVER .............................................................................. 9
- Troubleshootin ............................................................................................................... 9
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 10
- Protocols Supported .......................................................................................................10
- Operatin Systems Supported ........................................................................................10
- Product Specifications/Tolerances..................................................................................10
IMPORTANT NOTES ................................................................................................ 12
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................... 12
FCC STATEMENT ..................................................................................................... 13
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION .................................................................................... 13
- Copyri ht .......................................................................................................................12
- Notices ..........................................................................................................................12
- Acknowled ements .......................................................................................................12
DREWTECH SUPPORT ............................................................................................ 14

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosin Drew Technolo ies! CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
will allow you to re-flash/pro ram
modern vehicle controllers specified by the OEM as well as perform dealer level dia nostics
with select OEM applications. More information for each OEM can also be found in the J2534
Toolbox 3
®
application. This user manual covers the initial setup, features,and common
questions re ardin the CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device and is available at DrewTech.com.
GETTING TO KNOW THE CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
LED Status lights
Blinking Red Solid Red Blinking Green Solid Green
Power Firmware error-Call
DrewTech Support - Device startup in pro ress Device is functionin
Protocol
Connection - -
Connected &
communicatin with
vehicle
Connected to vehicle
Vehicle Cable - Cable not connected
or cable error - Cable OK/vehicle power (communication)
USB Cable - Install issue - Call
DrewTech Support - Connected to PC
USB Cable Port
Power
Protocol
Vehicle Cable
USB Cable
Auxiliary Programming
Voltage Connection
Vehicle Cable
Connection

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INSTALLATION & DEVICE ACTIVATION
1. Click this link to o to the DrewTech downloads pa e:
DrewTech.com/downloads
2. Locate and click on the "CarDAQ-PLUS 2
®
Set-up" link
3. Run the installation once the
software has downloaded to your
PC. Upon encounterin this screen,
read the end-user license
a reement, and check the box next
to “I accept...”then click "Install"
4. Once the setup application has
finished, connect the USB cable to
your CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device and to
the PC. Look for the messa e
window in the lower, ri ht-hand
corner of the screen that indicates
that the drivers are bein installed
and listen for the familiar Windows
driver installation chime. Upon
successful driver installation,
click“Activate My Device”

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5. The Device Activator application
will refresh. Click "Activate My
Device!"
6. Select the device you want to
activate and click "Continue"
7. Fill in all applicable information and
click "Continue"

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8. Select your type of business and level
of pro rammin experience, then select
the OEMs you are plannin to support.
Click "Continue"
9. (a) For final check of the interface, unplu
the USB cable for the CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device
from your PC, and click "Ok"
(b) Then plu the USB cable for the
CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device back into your PC,
and click "Ok"
10. Once product activation is performed
successfully, you can also install the
software on other PCs without havin
to perform the activation procedure
a ain. Click “Close Application”

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J2534 Toolbox 3
The J2534 Toolbox 3 application isautomatically installed on the PC when the pass-thru driver is
installed and will place an icon on the desktop. The purpose of J2534 Toolbox 3 is to provide
current, relative information and assistance to the user. The information is provided viavarious
walk-throu h documents, OEM documentation, web-links, quick-links, videos, basic dia nostic
functions, connection verification, and more. J2534 Toolbox 3 should be referred to re ularly as
information is updated continually.
1. Locate and double-click the "J2534 Toolbox" icon
on the Desktop
2. Select your interface from the dropdown menu
and click "Auto Login"
3. General tab: contains important news, current
OEM concerns, trainin broadcast invitations,
and current information you should review
4. Sales tab: connects you to the
DrewTech website

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5. Diagnostics tab: contains relative links, some
dia nostic functions, information and videos
about flashin , and OEMs that currently provide
dia nostics via J2534
6. Flashing tab: contains the information
pertainin to OEM J2534 flashin includin
links, information, walkthrou hs, and some
helper functions
7. Support tab:contains functions to check driver
installation, vehicle communication, updatin
the device, create debu lo s, contactin
Support,and other resources
8. Training tab:contains eneral information,
re ardin installation and usin OEM J2534
application videos with Drew Technolo ies
products

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DREWTECH - Tech2Win DRIVER
DrewTech’s Tech2Win driver allows the use of the CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device as the interface usin
the Tech2Win application. If communication concerns are encountered, first check the
DrewTech Tech2Win driver status and confi uration:
1. Go to: Start>All Pro rams>Drew Technolo ies, Inc>Tech2WinDriver and open the
"DrewTech Tech2Win Driver Confi uration" application
2. Confirm that the driver is installed, which is indicated by a reen check mark. Note: If
there is a red X, click"Install"
Troubleshooting
• If the "Install" does not work, click on "Exit", then ri ht-click on the Start menu short cut
and choose “Run as Administrator.” Reopen the "DrewTech Tech2Win Driver
Confi uration" application and click "Install"
• Channel Droppin : Dependin on which vehicle systems are bein dia nosed, selectin
"Drop Sin le..." or "Drop CAN..." options may need to be chan ed to communicate
properly. CAN on 6 & 14 is not affected by this

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Blue Tooth Setup
If you have ordered a Bluetooth equipped CarDAQ Plus 2
®
, you will have an antenna and
Bluetooth USB don le included. Drew Technolo ies supports Bluetooth Dia nostics, but will
not provide support for module pro rammin done via Bluetooth. To setup your CarDAQ Plus
2
®
to communicate with your PC, you will need to perform several steps listed below:
1. Thread the antenna onto the old stud labeled “Wireless” on the back faceplate of the
CarDAQ Plus 2
®
between the “Aux” and “Vehicle Cable” ports.
2. Insert the USB Bluetooth Don le into a known ood USB port on your PC and allow
Windows to install the drivers for it.
3. Plu the vehicle cable into your CarDAQ Plus 2 and a vehicle.
4. The Power LED and Car LED will be lit up Solid reen. The Wireless LED is will be
flashin a different shade of reen.
5. For Windows 10, skip to step 10. Windows 7, Once the driver installation reports
complete, Ri ht click the BlueTooth icon in your system tray in the lower ri ht corner.
6. Click Add a device.
7. Click “CarDAQ-Plus2-######” where the ##### corresponds to the serial number on the
bottom of the case.
8. Click next.
9. Enter “2534” if prompted for the PIN code.
10. Windows 10. Once the driver installation reports complete, Ri ht click the BlueTooth
icon in your system tray in the lower ri ht corner.
11. Click Add a Bluetooth Device.
12. Wait until you see “CarDAQ-Plus2-######” where ##### corresponds to the serial
number on the bottom of the case.
13. Click Pair.
14. Enter “2534” if prompted for a PIN code.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Protocols Supported
• CAN Bus (capable of ISO 15765, GMLAN, J1939, and ISO14229)
• 2nd CAN (Dual or Sin le Wire)
• Ford SCP (J1850PWM)
• GM Class2 (J1850VPW)
• KWP2000 (ISO9141/14230)
• Chrysler SCI (J2610)
• Compliant to SAE J2534 (Feb 2002) and SAE J2534-1(Dec 2004)
• Compliant to ISO 22900-1 MVCI physical layer
• Pro rammin volta e on J1962 pin 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, or Aux
• Ground pin 9

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Operating Systems Supported
• Windows 7® 32-bit and 64-bit Versions
• Windows 8® 32-bit and 64-bit Versions
• Windows 8.1® 32-bit and 64-bit Versions
• Windows 10® 32-bit and 64-bit Versions
Physical Specifications/Tolerances
Name Value
Dimensions (approximate)
InputVolta eRan e
6.5” x 6” x 1.5”
7VDC to 27VDC
Supply Current 220mA @ 7VDC
175mA @12VDC
Operatin Temperature 0°C to +60°C ambient
Stora e Temperature
PC Communications Type
-20°C to +85°C ambient
USB version 1.1 or hi her

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IMPORTANT NOTES
CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
has been carefully desi ned and tested to comply with OBDII protocols.
However, some vehicle models are not in full compliance with these protocols for various
reasons. In addition, the computer control systems or sensors on any iven vehicle may be
malfunctionin or out of specification.
While DrewTech’s testin and the experiences of thousands of CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
users have
shown the unit to be safe and reliable, there is an inherent risk in usin any product that may
potentially affect the operation or drive-ability of your vehicle.If you are concerned about the
operation of your vehicle at any time while usin CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
:
• Pull off the roadway immediately or as soon as it is safe to do so.
• Disconnect the CarDAQ-Plus 2
®
device from the OBDII port.
• Consult a licensed mechanic or automobile service center.
Permission is ranted to copy any or all portions of this manual, provided that such copies are
for use with Drew Technolo ies, Inc. products and that “© 2017 Drew Technolo ies, Inc.”,
(herein referred to as “DrewTech”), remains on all copies. The accompanyin software,
provided for use with the DrewTech product, is also copyri hted. Permission is ranted to copy
this software for back-up purposes only.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Products are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from
the date of purchase*. Within this period, Drew Technolo ies will, at its sole option, repair or
replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no
char e to the customer for parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for
any transportation cost. This warranty does not apply to: (i) cosmetic dama e, such as
scratches, nicks and dents; (ii) dama e caused by accident, abuse, misuse, water, flood, fire, or
other acts of nature or external causes; (iii) dama e caused by service performed by anyone
who is not an authorized service provider of Drew Technolo ies; or (iv) dama e to a product
that has been connected to power and/or data cables that are not supplied by Drew
Technolo ies.
Drew Technolo ies retains the exclusive ri ht to repair or replace (with a new or newly
overhauled replacement product) the device or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its
sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR
ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, contact Drew Technolo ies’ Support for shippin instructions and a
RMA number. Securely pack the device and the completed RMA form, which is required for
warranty repairs. Write the RMA number clearly on the outside of the packa e. Send the device,
with frei ht char es prepaid, to Drew Technolo ies.
* Detachable cables for all products have a 90-day warranty.IMclean and IMclean
Bluetoothhave a 3-year warranty. DrewLin has a 2-year warranty.

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FCC STATEMENT
The wireless module has been tested and found to comply with the FCC part 15 and ICRSS-
210 rules. These limits are desi ned to provide reasonable protection a ainst harmful
interference in approved installations. This equipment enerates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency ener y. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, this device may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no uarantee that
interference may not occur in a particular installation. This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the followin two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includin
interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications or chan es to this equipment
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may render void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
• Modular Approval, FCC and IC
• FCC ID: X3ZBTMOD3
• IC: 8828A-MOD3
In accordance with FCC part 15, the SPT2632C1A.AT2 is listed above as a modular transmitter device.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Copyright
• All material herein is Copyri hted ©1996 - 2017 Drew Technolo ies, Inc.
• CarDAQ-Plus 2 software, hardware, and firmware are also copyri hted
• Users are iven permission to copy any part of this manual provided that the copy is
used with the DrewLinQ product and the "Copyri ht © 2017 Drew Technolo ies, Inc ."
statement remain on all copies
• "DrewTech" is synonymous with "Drew Technolo ies, Inc." and is used in this manual
• The “Drew Technolo ies” lo o is a re istered trademark of Drew Technolo ies, Inc.
Notices
• The information contained in this document is subject to chan e without prior notice.
DrewTech shall not be held liable for technical/editorial errors, or omissions herein
• Warranties for DrewTech products and services are set forth in the express written
warranty statements accompanyin the product. Nothin herein should be construed as
constitutin any additional warranty
• DrewTech assumes no responsibility for any dama e resultin from the use, misuse, or
ne li ent use of the hardware or any software application used with CarDAQ-Plus 2
Acknowledgements
• Microsoft™ and the various versions of Windows™ are U.S. re istered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation
• Most OEM software applications are re istered trademarks of their respective
corporations and also carry copyri ht notices

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DREWTECH SUPPORT
For any technical support, please contact Drew Technolo ies Support by emailat
[email protected] or call toll-free:877.888.2534, option 3.
Support hours are 8:30am - 5:30pm EST Monday - Friday, excludin holidays.
Drew Technolo ies, Inc.
3915 Research Park Drive, Suite A10
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Document revision: January 2017, BDT86