LAUNCH TECH X-431 PRO V4.0 User manual

Version: V1.00.000
Revised date: 2013-05-17

LAUNCH X-431 PRO User’s Manual — Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
Before using X-431 PRO, please read the following safety information carefully.
Never collide, throw, or punch X-431 PRO, and avoid falling, extruding and
blending it.
Do not use X-431 PRO in exceptionally cold or hot, dusty, damp or dry
environments.
In places where X-431 PRO is forbidden or using X-431 PRO may cause
interference or generate a potential risk, please turn off it.
To ensure a safe driving, please do not use X-431 PRO while driving.
Turn off X-431 PRO before boarding any airplane.
Do not dismantle X-431 PRO by yourself. If there is any inquiry, please
contact the dealer.
Never place X-431 PRO into apparatus with strong electromagnetic field.
Keep X-431 PRO far away from magnetic devices because its radiations
may erase the data stored on the devices.
Store X-431 PRO out of reach of children and do not allow children to use it
unsupervised.
Please use the included battery and charger. Otherwise, explosion may
happen.
Do not disconnect power abruptly when X-431 PRO is being formatted or in
process of uploading or downloading. Or else it may result in program error.
Precautions on Using X-431 PRO
zThe ignition switch should be OFF while plugging or unplugging the
DBScar diagnostic connector.
zWhen DBScar connector is not used, remember to place it into the
diagnostic connector housing located at the back of the protection sleeve
to avoid loss.
zIf your vehicle keeps unattended for a week or a long period, it is
suggested to unplug the connector from vehicle’s DLC to save battery
power.
zWhile diagnosing a vehicle, you are not advised to use phone or
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messaging, because it may cause a data communication interruption. If it
happens, it is abnormal and just try to re-do it.
Precautions on Operating Vehicle’s ECU
zDo not disconnect the vehicle inner consumer when the ignition switch is
on. High voltage transients may encounter at the moment of disconnecting,
which may damage the sensors and the ECU.
zProtect the computer from magnetic object.
zDo cut off the power supply of ECU system before welding on the vehicle.
zPay more attention to the ECU and the sensors when the operation is next
to them.
zGround yourself when you disassemble PROM, otherwise ECU and
sensors will be damaged by static electricity.
zDo connect ECU harness connector firmly, otherwise electronic elements,
such as IC inside ECU, will be damaged.
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTIONS............................................................................................ 1
1.1 PRODUCT PROFILE...................................................................................1
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................1
1.3 KNOWLEDGE OF X-431 PRO....................................................................2
1.3.1 X-431 PRO Whole Set....................................................................... 2
1.3.2 X-431 PRO pad computer.................................................................3
1.3.3 X-431 PRO protection sleeve............................................................4
1.3.4 DBScar diagnostic connector............................................................5
1.4 TECHNICAL PARAMETERS.........................................................................6
1.5 PACKAGE LIST..........................................................................................6
2 PREPARATIONS.............................................................................................. 1
2.2 CHARGE X-431 PRO...................................................................................1
2.3 ON USING YOUR BATTERY ............................................................................1
2.4 POWER ON /POWER OFF X-431 PRO...........................................................2
2.4.1 Power on............................................................................................ 2
2.4.2 Power off............................................................................................ 2
2.5 ABOUT DESKTOP..........................................................................................2
2.6 CUSTOMIZE YOUR DESKTOP.........................................................................3
2.6.1 Add items on the desktop..................................................................3
2.6.2 Move items on the desktop ...............................................................3
2.6.3 Delete items from the desktop...........................................................4
2.6.4 Change your wallpaper...................................................................... 4
2.6.5 Create a folder on the desktop..........................................................4
2.7 ON USING TOUCH SCREEN............................................................................4
2.8 AUTO-ROTATE THE SCREEN .........................................................................5
2.9 LOCK &UNLOCK THE SCREEN ......................................................................5
2.9.1 Lock the screen................................................................................. 5
2.9.2 Unlock the screen.............................................................................. 5
2.10 NOTICE BAR...............................................................................................5
2.10.1 Turn on the notification panel ..........................................................5
2.10.2 Turn off the notification panel...........................................................5
2.11 HOW TO SET AS AIRPLANE MODE................................................................6
3 HOW TO DIAGNOSE....................................................................................... 7
3.1 CONNECT DBSCAR ..................................................................................7
3.2 BLUETOOTH SETTING................................................................................8
3.3 DIAGNOSIS FLOWCHART ...........................................................................8
3.4 USER AND CONNECTOR REGISTRATION.....................................................9
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3.4.1 User registration................................................................................9
3.4.2 Software layout.................................................................................11
3.4.3 DBScar Connector registration........................................................12
3.5 START DIAGNOSING ...................................................................................13
3.5.1 Read trouble code...........................................................................13
3.5.2 Clear trouble code...........................................................................13
3.5.3 Read data stream............................................................................13
3.5.4 Special function...............................................................................14
3.6 SERVICE INFO............................................................................................14
3.7 MY SPACE .................................................................................................14
3.7.1 Diagnostic report ............................................................................. 15
3.7.2 Operation log...................................................................................15
3.7.3 Shopping record ..............................................................................15
3.8 INSTANT INFO............................................................................................15
3.9 SOCIAL CIRCLE..........................................................................................15
3.10 MANAGEMENT..........................................................................................16
3.10.1 Change password..........................................................................16
3.10.2 Type password hint........................................................................16
3.10.3 Forget password............................................................................16
3.11 MORE......................................................................................................17
4 OTHERS...................................................................................................... 18
4.1 EMAIL ........................................................................................................18
4.1.1 Add an email account......................................................................18
4.1.2 Delete an email account..................................................................18
4.1.3 Send a email....................................................................................18
4.1.4 View email .......................................................................................19
4.2 WLAN.......................................................................................................20
4.2.1 Set Wi-Fi on.....................................................................................20
4.2.2 Connect to Wi-Fi..............................................................................20
4.3 BROWSER..................................................................................................21
4.3.1 Open browser..................................................................................21
4.3.2 Browse a webpage.......................................................................... 21
4.3.3 Zoom in / zoom out a page..............................................................22
4.3.4 Find on page....................................................................................22
4.3.5 Save favorite webpage to bookmark...............................................22
4.3.6 Open multiple pages........................................................................ 22
4.3.7 Customize internet settings.............................................................22
4.4 USING BLUETOOTH....................................................................................23
4.4.1 Open Bluetooth................................................................................23
4.4.2 Allow other devices to search for X-431 PRO.................................23
4.4.3 Search other devices and pair X-431 PRO with it...........................23
4.4.4 Send file via Bluetooth.....................................................................23
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4.5 CAMERA ....................................................................................................24
4.5.1 Open and close camera ..................................................................24
4.5.2 Take a photo....................................................................................24
4.5.3 View a photo....................................................................................24
4.5.4 Record a video ................................................................................24
4.5.5 View a video ....................................................................................25
4.5.6 Customize camera settings.............................................................25
4.5.7 Customize camrecorder settings.....................................................25
4.6 GALLERY ...................................................................................................26
4.6.1 Open gallery ....................................................................................26
4.6.2 Browse images................................................................................26
4.6.3 Play video........................................................................................26
4.6.4 Zoom in/ out images........................................................................ 26
4.7 MUSIC .......................................................................................................26
4.7.1 Play audio files ................................................................................26
4.7.2 Music player interface......................................................................27
4.7.3 Create a new playlist.......................................................................28
4.7.4 Delete a playlist...............................................................................28
4.8 CALENDAR.................................................................................................28
4.9 ALARMS.....................................................................................................28
4.9.1 Add an alarm ...................................................................................28
4.9.2 Delete an alarm...............................................................................29
4.9.3 Customize your alarm......................................................................29
4.10 FILE MANAGER ........................................................................................29
4.11 DISPLAY ..................................................................................................29
4.11.1 Brightness......................................................................................29
4.11.2 Auto-rotate the screen ...................................................................30
4.12 SET SCREEN LOCK...................................................................................30
4.13 APPLICATIONS .........................................................................................30
4.13.1 View installed applications.............................................................30
4.13.2 View the running applications........................................................ 30
4.14 LANGUAGE &INPUT..................................................................................31
4.15 SET DATE &TIME .....................................................................................31
4.16 VIEW AND RELEASE THE MEMORY OF SD CARD AND X-431 PRO..............31
4.17 RESTORE X-431 PRO TO FACTORY SETTINGS..........................................32
4.18 DOWNLOADS............................................................................................32
4.19 INSTALL /UNINSTALL APPS.....................................................................32
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1 Introductions
1.1 Product Profile
X-431 PRO is a new vehicle trouble diagnostic device developed based on
internet and mobile terminals by Launch with over 20 years R&D experience in
vehicle diagnosis. Through the Bluetooth communication between vehicle
diagnostic connector and variant mobile intelligent terminals, it achieves X431
series full car model and full system vehicle trouble diagnosis, which include
reading DTCs, clearing DTCs, reading datastream, actuation test and special
functions.
Meanwhile, taking advantage of mobile internet, it integrates more application
and service, such as creating maintenance data base and case library, providing
instant maintenance information, establishing public and private maintenance
social circle etc. As a result, it builds a broad vehicle diagnostic community,
which helps you to share vehicle maintenance knowledge online, exchange
vehicle maintenance experience online and provide vehicle maintenance related
service support online. This will be another revolution raised by Launch in the
vehicle diagnosis industry.
1.2 Features
1. Diagnose:
Can diagnose the electronic control system of prevailing vehicle
models covering Asian, European, American and Chinese. Diagnosis
functions include: Read DTCs, Clear DTCs, Read datastream, Special
functions etc;
Specially designed for Android platform with clear and user-friendly
interface;
Via Bluetooth, it is simple for DBScar diagnostic connector to
communicate with X-431 PRO;
Equipped with an exclusive X-431 PRO protection sleeve to prevent it
from being damaged;
2. Browser: built-in Wi-Fi module makes surfing on the internet freely;
3. Email: allows you to send and receive email. External POP3 or IMAP email
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account for some common Web email service provider can be added;
4. Search: enables you to locate your target quickly and conveniently;
5. File Manager: with it, you can manage the files or downloaded files stored
in SD card efficiently;
6. Settings: to configure your personalized X-431 PRO through it;
7. Other additional functions: alarm, calendar and calculator etc.
8. Applications: Other android based applications can be customized to install
or uninstall.
1.3 Knowledge of X-431 PRO
1.3.1 X-431 PRO Whole Set
X-431 PRO is composed of an X-431 PRO pad computer, a protection sleeve
and a DBScar diagnostic connector.
Fig. 1-1 X-431 PRO whole set
A ---- X-431 PRO pad computer (See Chapter“1.3.2”)
B ---- Protection sleeve (See Chapter “1.3.3”)
C ---- DBScar diagnostic connector (See Chapter “1.3.4”)
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1.3.2 X-431 PRO pad computer
Fig. 1-2 X-431 PRO pad computer
No. Name Notes
1 POWER key In Off mode, press it to turn on
X-431 PRO;
In On mode, press it to activate the
LCD if the LCD is blank.
In On mode, press it to turn off the
LCD if the LCD lights up.
2 VOLUME +/- key Used to adjust the volume.
3 Earphone jack
4 Rear camera
5 Reset key (Inside
the housing)
6 SD card slot
7 Speaker
8 USB port
9 Microphone
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1.3.3 X-431 PRO protection sleeve
Fig. 1-3 X-431 PRO protection sleeve
Dismantling X-431 PRO protection sleeve
To remove protection sleeve from X-431 PRO main unit, follow the steps
described as below to proceed:
1. Pull the red sleeve outwards from the right margin of X-431 PRO, and then
remove it completely.
2. Reverse the upper enclosure and then user the screwdriver to loosen all
screws.
3. Take out the lower enclosure from the upper enclosure.
4. Finally remove X-431 PRO pad computer from the upper enclosure.
Fig. 1-4a Fig. 1-4b Fig. 1-4c Fig. 1-4d
Note: Reverse the above-mentioned steps to install X-431 PRO protection
sleeve. While mounting it, please pay more attention to the installation direction.
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1.3.4 DBScar diagnostic connector
Fig. 1-5 DBScar diagnostic connector
①OBD-16 diagnostic
connector To connect to vehicle’s OBD2 DLC.
②Power indicator It lights up while plugging the
DBScar connector into the
vehicle’s DLC.
③Communication
indicator It will flash once the DBScar connector is communicating with
X-431 PRO or it is being reset.
④Micro USB port To connect to PC for data
transmission or upgrade via USB
cable.
If DBScar connector keeps unattended, please place it in right position. See fig.
1-6.
Fig. 1-6
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1.4 Technical Parameters
X-431 PRO:
Operating system: Android
CPU: Dual core 1GHz
Battery: 3000mh, rechargeable polymer lithium battery
Standby time: it is subject to the using environment. Generally it can keep
working for 4 hours.
Extension memory card: 32G Micro SD(TF) card supported
Memory: 512MB
Storage capacity: 2GB
LCD: 7.0 inch
LCD resolution: 1024X600
Touch screen: 5 points capacitive touch screen
Cameras: 2 mega rear and 0.3 mega front
Wi-Fi: supported
Bluetooth: supported
Working temperature: -10 ~℃55℃(14°F to 131°F)
Storage temperature: -20 ~℃70℃(-4°F to 158°F)
Weight: about 0.68Kg
Outline dimension: 198*124*10.1mm
DBScar Connector:
Working voltage: 9 ~15V
Average working current: about 35mA
Standby current: about 25mA
Working temperature: -20 to 55 (℃-4°F to 131°F)
Storage temperature: -30 to 70 (℃-22°F to 158°F)
Storage humidity: <80%
Working humidity: <60%
Net weight: about 26g
1.5 Package List
While purchasing, please check the following accessories:
• X-431 PRO pad computer
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• Password envelope
• X-431 PRO protection sleeve
• DBScar diagnostic connector
• OBD II extension cable
• Cigarette lighter cable
• Power adaptor
• USB data cable
• Non-16pin connector
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2 Preparations
2.2 Charge X-431 PRO
1. Insert the included USB cable into the charger.
2. Plug the charger into AC outlet.
3. Connect the other end of USB cable to X-431 PRO. If appears on the
screen, it indicates it is being charged.
4. If the logo changes into , it indicates that the battery is fully charged.
Disconnect the charger from the AC outlet.
5. Unplug the USB cable on the charger from X-431 PRO.
2.3 On using your battery
zIf the battery keeps unused for a long time or battery is completely
discharged, it is normal if it can not be turned on while being charged.
Please charge it for a period and then turn it on.
zUsing data service will cause more power consumption and shorten the
standby time.
zThe charging time of battery varies with temperature condition and battery
consumption status.
zWhile X-431 PRO has low battery, a beep will sound. If it is very low, X-431
PRO will be switched off automatically.
Note: Do one of the followings to save power:
zWhen X-431 PRO keeps unattended, press POWER key to turn off the
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LCD.
zShorten the standby time: Enter main menu, choose “Settings” > “DEVICE”
> “Display” > “Sleep” to select a shorter standby time.
zDecrease the brightness of LCD display: Enter main menu, choose
“Settings” > “DEVICE” > “Display” > “Brightness”, and then drage the slider
to adjust it.
zChange “Live wallpaper” into “Gallery”.
zSet Bluetooth off: Enter main menu, choose “Settings” > “Wireless &
Network” > “Bluetooth”, and then toggle the switch to OFF.
zSet Wi-Fi off: Enter main menu, choose “Settings” > “Wireless & Network” >
“Wi-Fi”, and then toggle the switch to OFF.
zTurn off GPS satellites: choose “Settings” > “Personal” > “Location access”
and set GPS satellites to OFF.
zPress VOLUME key to decrease the volume.
2.4 Power on / power off X-431 PRO
2.4.1 Power on
1. Press the POWER key to turn on X-431 PRO.
2. If it is the first time you turned on X-431 PRO, the system will prompt you to
make some initial setup.
3. Set your account.
4. Set date and time.
Note: if use network-provided time is selected, it is unnecessary to set date, time
and time zone.
2.4.2 Power off
1. Press the POWER key, an option menu will pop up on the screen.
2. Click “Power off” to turn off X-431 PRO.
2.5 About desktop
On-screen keys and status bar are as follows:
A. RETURN key: Return to the previous screen or exit the running
application.
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B. MAIN MENU key: To switch to main menu screen.
C. SHORTCUT key: To view the recent applications.
D. OPTION MENU key: To select operation option from the list.
E. Notice bar: To notify users of new events and display the status (For
detailed indicators, please see the following table.).
Definitions of indicators
Indicators Definitions Indicators Definitions
Connected to PC Preparing SD card
Connected to Wi-Fi Airplane mode
Bluetooth is on Alarm has been set.
View more notices Connected to other
Bluetooth device
Battery is fully
charged Mute your X-431 PRO
Charging Low battery
New mail Full memory
2.6 Customize your desktop
2.6.1 Add items on the desktop
On the main menu screen, hold and press the desired item, the system will
automatically enter the desktop, place the icon into the circle.
Hint: If many applications occupy the desktop, hold and press the desired one to
move it to other extension desktop.
2.6.2 Move items on the desktop
1. Hold and press the item to be moved.
2. After a movable circle appears on the screen, drag it to the target location.
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2.6.3 Delete items from the desktop
1. Hold and press the desired item, “X Delete” appears in the upper middle of
the screen.
2. Drag it on the icon until it change into red, then release it.
2.6.4 Change your wallpaper
1. Hold and press a blank area on the desktop, a pop-up wallpaper window will
be shown on the screen.
2. Set different wallpaper as desired:
• Wallpapers: Choose a still picture from gallery as wallpaper.
• Live Wallpapers: Open it to choose one of the preset live wallpapers as
wallpaper.
• Video wallpaper: Use the default video, or video store in SD card, or the
video to be recorded as wallpaper. After choosing, click “Set wallpaper”.
• Gallery: Set the pictures you captured as wallpaper.
2.6.5 Create a folder on the desktop
1. Drag one icon on another icon, the system will create a folder.
2. Input the folder name.
2.7 On using touch screen
zTo obtain better operations, you are suggested to remove the protection
film before using X-431 PRO.
zNever hit the touch screen with any sharp, keen object.
zClick: Use your finger to click the desired items to confirm or open it.
zLong-press: hold and press the current interface, icon or input field to open
the available operation options.
zSlide: Use your finger to slide the screen horizontally or vertically. For
instance, slide the screen to choose the desired image.
zDrag: Hold and press the desired item, then drag it to a location. For
example, drag to move or delete the application icon on the desktop.
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2.8 Auto-rotate the screen
To perform such operations as browsing webpage, viewing images etc, rotate
X-431 PRO, the screen will automatically change the display direction. To
disable this function, click “Settings”, and click “Display” to enter. Unselect the
option “Auto-rotate screen”.
2.9 Lock & unlock the screen
2.9.1 Lock the screen
• When X-431 PRO is ON, press POWER key once to lock the screen;
• The system will lock the screen automatically after X-431 PRO remains idle for
a long time.
2.9.2 Unlock the screen
Press POWER key to activate the screen, and then drag the lock to “Unlock”
position.
Note: if you define as unlock using the pattern, you have to draw the right target
pattern to unlock it.
2.10 Notice bar
The notice bar is used to display some activities, such as new message, to do
list and running tasks. You can also open the notice bar to view the reminder or
activity notification.
2.10.1 Turn on the notification panel
1. When a new notification icon appears on the status bar, slide the status bar
upwards to open it.
2. In the notification panel, click the desired notification item to open it.
2.10.2 Turn off the notification panel
Slide the panel upwards, then specify the notifications as OFF to turn off it.
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