Hella Gutmann mega macs PC User manual

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QSMMPCV5200EN0917S0
460 986-51 / 09.17
Quick start guide en
mega macs PC

Table of Contents me a macs PC
Table of Contents
1 About this Quick Start Guide....................................................... 4
1.1 Reading the manual ......................................................................4
2 Safety Precautions .........................................................................5
2.1 Safety Precautions – Risk of njury................................................5
2.2 Safety precautions for the PC VC ..................................................6
3 Product description........................................................................ 7
3.1 Delivery Contents..........................................................................7
3.2 ntended use .................................................................................8
3.3 Using the Bluetooth Function ........................................................8
3.4 Connectors....................................................................................9
4 nstallation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package .........11
4.1 System Requirements of Hella Gutmann Drivers .........................11
4.2 nstallation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package ......................11
5 Contents of the mega macs PC software..............................12
5.1 Diagnostic Functions ...................................................................12
5.2 Supporting Functions and Contents Depending on the License
Type ...........................................................................................12
6 nstallation of the mega macs PC ...........................................13
6.1 Supported Operating Systems for the mega macs PC...................13
6.2 System Requirements for the mega macs PC ..............................13
6.3 nstalling the mega macs PC software .........................................13
7 Putting the mega macs PC into Operation............................15
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me a macs PC Table of Contents
7.1 Connection to the PC VC .............................................................15
7.2 Executing the mega macs PC software ........................................15
7.3 License Release..........................................................................16
8 Working with the mega macs PC.............................................18
8.1 cons...........................................................................................18
8.2 Diagnostics .................................................................................22
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About this Quick Start Guide me a macs PC
Readin the manual
1 About this Quick Start Guide
The quick start uide comprises the most important information in a
clearly visible form to facilitate the start with the me a macs PC.
1.1 Reading the manual
You can find the manual with detailed information about the use of your
me a macs PC in the device under or on the homepa e of Hella
Gutmann www.hella-gutmann.com/de/workshop-solutions/diagnose.
This pa e provides the current download versions of the manuals and
quick start uides as well as other valuable product leaflets for optional
accessories and products of Hella Gutmann, which can support you in your
daily work.
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me a macs PC Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions – Risk of Injury
2 Safety Precautions
2.1 Safety Precautions – Risk of njury
When workin on the vehicle, there is a risk of injury throu h
rotatin parts or rollin of the vehicle. Therefore observe the
followin :
• Protect vehicle a ainst rollin away.
• Additionally place ear selector lever of AT vehicles to
park position.
• Deactivate the start/stop system to avoid an inadvertent
en ine start.
• Connect the PC VCI to the vehicle only with en ine shut
down.
• Do not reach into rotatin components when en ine is
runnin .
• Do not run cables near rotatin parts.
• Check the hi h-volta e parts for dama e.
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Safety Precautions me a macs PC
Safety precautions for the PC VCI
2.2 Safety precautions for the PC VC
To prevent incorrect handlin and consequent injuries to the
user or dama e to the PC VCI, observe the followin :
• Protect the PC VCI and the connectin cables from hot
parts.
• Protect the PC VCI and the connectin cables from
rotatin parts.
• Re ularly check connectin cables/accessory parts for
dama e (destruction of the PC VCI due to short circuit).
• Connect the PC VCI exclusively accordin to user manual.
• Protect the PC VCI from fluids such as water, oil or
asoline. The PC VCI is not waterti ht.
• Protect the PC VCI from stron impacts and do not drop
it.
• Do not open the PC VCI on your own. Only technicians
authorized by Hella Gutmann are allowed to open the PC
VCI. Warranty and uarantee will be rendered void at any
case of unauthorized tamperin of the device or if the
protective seal is dama ed.
• If the PC VCI is not workin properly, contact Hella
Gutmann or a Hella Gutmann tradin partner without
delay.
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me a macs PC Product description
Delivery Contents
3 Product description
3.1 Delivery Contents
QQuuaannttiittyy DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
1 PC VCI
1Pen drive for
installin the me a
macs PC software
1Bluetooth adapter
1USB cable for
connectin the PC
VCI to the PC
1OBD cable extension
0.3 m (optional)
1HGS data carrier
1Quick start uide
3.1.1 Checking delivery contents
Please check the delivery contents upon receivin your device so that
complaints can be issued immediately re ardin any potential dama e.
Proceed as follows to check the delivery contents:
1. Open the packa e supplied and check for completeness based on the
delivery slip.
Should you identify any dama e to the packa e, then open the packa e
in the presence of the delivery service and check the PC VCI for hidden
dama e. Any transport dama e to the packa e supplied and dama e
to the PC VCI shall be re istered in a dama e report by the delivery
service.
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Product description me a macs PC
Intended use
2. Take the PC VCI out of the packa in .
CAUT ON
Dan er of short circuit due to loose parts in or on the PC
VCI
Dan er of destruction of the PC VCI and/or the automotive
electronics
Never put the PC VCI into operation if you suspect that
there are loose parts in or at the module. Please contact
the Hella Gutmann repair service or a Hella Gutmann
tradin partner immediately in this case.
3. Check the PC VCI for mechanical dama e and shake it li htly to ensure
that there are no loose parts inside.
3.2 ntended use
The me a macs PC software and the PC VCI form a system which is used
for detectin and rectifyin faults in automotive electronic systems.
It uses a dia nostic interface to establish a connection to the automotive
electronics and to provide access to descriptions of the vehicle system. A
lot of this data is transferred to the PC directly via an Internet connection
from the Hella Gutmann dia nostic database. Therefore, the PC should be
permanently online.
The me a macs PC software is not suitable for repairin electrical
machines and tools or home electrics. Dia nostic devices from other
manufacturers will not be supported.
If the me a macs PC software and the PC VCI is used in a way not
authorized by Hella Gutmann the protection of the device may be
influenced.
The PC VCI is intended for industrial use. Outside of industrial
environments, e. . in commercial areas or in the centre of a town, radio
interference suppression measures may need to be taken.
3.3 Using the Bluetooth Function
The terms of use of the Bluetooth function may be restricted or prohibited
throu h law or correspondin le al re ulations in certain countries.
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Connectors
Pay attention to the provisions in force in the respective country before
usin the Bluetooth function.
3.4 Connectors
DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
1PC VCI for dia nostic port in the vehicle
2Retainin strap for mountin e. . a lanyard
3Green and blue indicator lamp (LED)
The indicator lamps show the operatin status of the PC VCI.
4Micro USB interface for USB cable to USB interface of the PC
3.4.1 Meaning of the Flashing Frequencies
SSttaattuuss ddiissppllaayy MMeeaanniinngg
BBlluuee LLEEDD GGrreeeenn LLEEDD
LED switched off. LED switched off. • Software inactive/
defective.
• No volta e present.
• PC VCI defective.
LED flashes quickly
(1x per sec.).
LED switched off. • Update failed.
• Update invalid.
• PC VCI defective.
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Product description me a macs PC
Connectors
SSttaattuuss ddiissppllaayy MMeeaanniinngg
BBlluuee LLEEDD GGrreeeenn LLEEDD
LED flashes slowly
(every 3 sec.).
LED switched off. • Update failed.
• Update invalid.
• PC VCI defective.
LED flashes slowly
(every 3 sec.).
LED permanently on
with re ular brief
interruptions.
PC VCI ready for operation.
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me a macs PC Installation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Packa e
System Requirements of Hella Gutmann Drivers
4 nstallation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package
4.1 System Requirements of Hella Gutmann Drivers
• Microsoft Windows 7 or hi her
• Windows administrator ri hts
4.2 nstallation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package
To obtain all the data about the related vehicle provided by Hella Gutmann,
the device requires a permanent online connection and the installed driver
packa e Hella Gutmann Drivers. To keep the connection costs down, Hella
Gutmann recommends a DSL connection and a flat rate.
1. Install the Hella Gutmann Drivers on the office or repair shop PC.
The driver packa e Hella Gutmann Drivers pro ram is on the supplied
HGS data carrier.
2. Connect the device to a web-compatible PC.
Once the connection symbol in the top symbol bar chan es from black
to reen, the online connection has been set up successfully and is
active.
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Contents of the me a macs PC software me a macs PC
Dia nostic Functions
5 Contents of the mega macs PC software
5.1 Diagnostic Functions
• Readin /deletin trouble codes
• Parameter readout
• Actuator test
• Service reset
• Basic settin
• Codin
• Test function
5.2 Supporting Functions and Contents Depending on the
License Type
• Vehicle information, e. .:
– Timin belt data
– Service data
– Recall campai ns
• 2 updates per year, e. .:
– Diversification of the existin functions by new vehicle models
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me a macs PC Installation of the me a macs PC
Supported Operatin Systems for the me a macs PC
6 nstallation of the mega macs PC
6.1 Supported Operating Systems for the mega macs PC
• Microsoft Windows Vista
• Microsoft Windows 7/8
6.2 System Requirements for the mega macs PC
• At least 512 MB free internal memory
• at least 2 GB free hard disc space
• At least 1 free USB port on the PC
• Screen resolution at least 800 x 600
6.3 nstalling the mega macs PC software
An installation wizard uides you throu h the necessary installation steps.
Proceed as follows to install the me a macs PC software:
1. Switch on the PC.
2. Insert the supplied pen drive (2) into the USB port on the PC.
The mega macs PC USB drive opens automatically.
3. Click >Open folder< and start the file mega_macs_pc.exe.
• You can also open the USB drive as follows: Start > My Computer
> mega macs PC.
The mega macs PC Setup window appears.
4. Select the required lan ua e and click >OK<.
The selection will be saved automatically.
5. Click >Next<.
A drop-down list appears.
A tar et directory for the me a macs PC software files is already
su ested. If you wish to have another tar et directory, you can use
the >Search< function to select a suitable directory. At the end of
installation, the files will be copied into the selected tar et directory.
6. Click >Next<.
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Installin the me a macs PC software
7. Click > nstall<.
Installation will be started.
8. Wait until the installation is finished.
9. Click >Finish<.
A link to the me a macs PC is automatically created on the desktop.
10. Disconnect the pen drive.
Installation of the me a macs PC software is complete now.
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me a macs PC Puttin the me a macs PC into Operation
Connection to the PC VCI
7 Putting the mega macs PC into Operation
This section ives a description of how to switch on and off the me a
macs PC software as well as all the necessary steps for the first use of the
me a macs PC software.
7.1 Connection to the PC VC
NOT CE
The PC VCI must always be connected via Bluetooth to the PC
on which the me a macs PC software is used.
The PC VCI is a re ular feature of the me a macs PC software. The PC VCI
contains software components. Various functions of the me a macs PC
software therefore require a connection to the PC VCI.
7.2 Executing the mega macs PC software
NOT CE
Durin initial start-up and after every software update, the
software user needs to confirm the eneral terms and
conditions (GTC) of Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH.
Otherwise, certain device functions will be unavailable.
NOT CE
When startin the device for the first time, you must couple
the me a macs PC software with the PC VCI. This requires
the me a macs PC software to be connected to the PC VCI via
USB cable. A Bluetooth connection is sufficient when startin
up in the future.
Proceed as follows to execute the me a macs PC software:
1. Insert the USB cable into the USB port on the PC and the PC VCI.
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Puttin the me a macs PC into Operation me a macs PC
License Release
2. Go to Start > All programs > Hella Gutmann Solutions > mega
macs PC and select > mega macs PC.
The me a macs PC software can also be executed as follows:
• Windows 8: Select mega macs PC on the start screen.
• Windows 7 and lower: Select the me a macs PC shortcut on the
desktop.
The me a macs PC software will be started.
The eneral terms and conditions appear.
3. Read the eneral terms and conditions and confirm them at the end of
the text.
A user selection window appears.
The user name is saved for all data stored in the Car History. This
enables quicker identification of the mechanic who performed the
repair work if a query is subsequently made.
4. Double-click .
5. Enter the user name.
6. Confirm your entry with .
7. Activate the Stay logged in check box if necessary.
If the Stay logged in check box is activated, you will not need to select
a user name when switchin on in the future.
8. Confirm your entry with .
The input is saved automatically.
9. Disconnect the USB cable from the PC VCI and PC.
10. Insert the Bluetooth adapter into the USB port on the PC.
If the PC reco nised the Bluetooth adapter the LED becomes blue.
The main menu appears.
Now you can work with the me a macs PC software.
7.3 License Release
NOT CE
In order to use the full scope of the purchased licenses you
need to connect the me a macs PC software to the HGS
server prior to the first start-up.
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me a macs PC Puttin the me a macs PC into Operation
License Release
Proceed as follows to connect the me a macs PC software with the HGS
server:
1. Select Contracts under > Settings in the main menu.
2. Select the >License< tab.
3. Retrieve My licences with .
Data is downloaded. Purchased licences are displayed.
4. Restart the me a macs PC software.
Now you can start workin with the me a macs PC software.
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Icons
8 Working with the mega macs PC
8.1 cons
8.1.1 General Symbols
ccoonnss DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
Switch off
Exit the me a macs PC software.
Enter
Call up the selected menu.
Confirm
Perform functions such as the followin :
• Start the selected function.
• Confirm the present entry.
• Confirm your menu selection.
Cancel
Cancel functions such as the followin :
• Active function
• Input
Start
Start a function or procedure.
Delete
Delete data or entries.
Arrow keys
Navi ate with the cursor in menus or functions.
Printing
Print the current window.
Help
Open the user manual and explanations on the
individual menus or functions.
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me a macs PC Workin with the me a macs PC
Icons
ccoonnss DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
Virtual keypad
Open the virtual keypad for text input.
Drop-down list
Open a selection window.
Select all
Select all available elements.
Unselect all
Unselect all available elements.
Zoom in
Zoom in the present view.
Zoom out
Zoom out of the present view.
8.1.2 Symbols in the Main Menu
ccoonnss DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
Home
Return to the main menu.
Vehicle selection
Select a vehicle or access the Car History. First select
a vehicle to access the followin functions dependin
on the vehicle:
• Dia nostics
• Vehicle information
Diagnostics
Here you will find vehicle-specific ECU dia nostics, e.
.:
• Trouble code readin
• Parameter readout
• Codin
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Icons
ccoonnss DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
Vehicle information
Here you will find information re ardin the selected
vehicle e. .:
• Assistance in findin the installation location of a
component
• Timin belt and service data
• Technical data
• Wirin dia rams
• Recall campai ns of vehicle manufacturers and
importers
Applications
Useful applications are stored here:
• Calculator
• Conversions
Optional HGS tools
Functions for linked accessory tools are stored here,
e. . for battery dia nostics.
Settings
Confi ure the me a macs PC software here.
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