LAUNCH TECH HTT User manual
Version: V1.00.000
Revised Date: 2017-11-01
Product Model: HTT
Product Name: Vehicle VIN Checking Terminal
Company Name: LAUNCH TECH. CO., LTD.
Company Address: LAUNCH TECH. CO., LTD. Launch Industrial Park,
North of Wuhe Avenue, Banxuegang, Bantian, Longgang, Shenzhen,
China
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Precuations on using e-VIN
To avoid personal injury, property damage, or accidental damage to the
product, read all of the information in this section before using the product.
•Never collide, throw, or puncture e-VIN, and avoid falling, extruding and
bending it.
•Do not use e-VIN in exceptionally cold or hot, dusty, damp or dry
environments.
•Do not insert foreign objects into or place heavy objects on your device.
Sensitive components inside might cause damage.
•If the battery remains unused for a long period of time or the battery is
completely discharged, it is normal that the tool will not power on while
being charged. Please charge it for a period of 5 minutes and then turn it
on.
•DANGER: Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium
battery. Contact the dealer for factory replacement.
•CAUTION: Please use the included power adaptor to charge your e-VIN.
No responsibility can be assumed for any damage or loss caused as a
result of using power adaptors other than the one supplied.
•Please make sure the ignition key is Off while plugging/unplugging the
diagnostic cable into/from the vehicle’s DLC.
•While the e-VIN keeps unused, please set the handset in standby or OFF
mode to conserve the battery power.
•After inspection, remember to disconnect the diagnostic cable from the
vehicle.
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Table of Contents
1 Foreword ................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Introduction............................................................................................. 1
1.2 Knowledge of e-VIN................................................................................ 1
1.3 Technical Parameters ............................................................................. 5
2 Wi-Fi Setting.............................................................................................. 6
2.1 Connect to a Wi-Fi network .................................................................... 6
2.2 Disconnect from a Wi-Fi network............................................................ 6
3 Preparation & Connection ......................................................................... 7
3.1 Preparation............................................................................................. 7
3.2 Connections............................................................................................ 7
4 Initial Use................................................................................................. 10
4.1 Startup & Login..................................................................................... 10
4.2 Job Menu.............................................................................................. 13
4.3 Update.................................................................................................. 13
5 Start VIN Inspection................................................................................. 15
5.1 Auto Detect........................................................................................... 16
5.2 Manually Detect.................................................................................... 18
6 Check Data.............................................................................................. 20
7 Settings.................................................................................................... 21
7.1 My Information...................................................................................... 21
7.2 Change Password ................................................................................ 21
7.3 Activate Device..................................................................................... 22
7.4 My Device............................................................................................. 22
7.5 Firmware Fix......................................................................................... 22
7.6 Print Information ................................................................................... 22
7.7 Launch Printer Connection................................................................... 23
7.8 About .................................................................................................... 24
7.9 Exit from the current account/Login...................................................... 24
8 Wi-Fi Printer (Optinal).............................................................................. 25
8.1 Introduction........................................................................................... 25
8.2 Thermal paper loading.......................................................................... 26
8.3 Using the rechargeable battery ............................................................ 28
8.4 Wi-Fi Connections ................................................................................ 29
8.5 Print Test Result ................................................................................... 30
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1 Foreword
1.1 Introduction
e-VIN Vehicle VIN Inspection Terminal is a professional law enforcement
equipment, which has been developed and designed by LAUNCH for
Police/ forensic research institute to perform VIN enquiries. e-VIN can
read all the electronically embedded Vehicle Identication Numbers (VINs)
from all the parts in modern vehicles. The results can be checked and
compared, to see whether or not the VIN codes are registered as stolen.
The e-VIN will contribute to the investigation of stolen and cloned vehicles,
and minimize the trade in stolen parts.
1.2 Knowledge of e-VIN
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Fig. 1-1 Front View
No. Name Description
1 Ambient light sensor
2 Charging LED Read means Charging, and Green means
Fully Charged.
3Sockt for diagnostic
cable
For connecting the DB15 female terminal
of the diagnostic cable.
4 Screen For indicating the test results.
5Power/Screen lock
button
•In Off mode, press and hold it for 3
seconds to turn the handset on.
•In On mode:
•Press it to activate the LCD if the
LCD is off.
•Press it to turn off the LCD if the
LCD lights up.
•Press and hold it for 3 seconds
and choose "Shut down" from the
pulldown list to turn it off.
•Press and hold it for 10 seconds to
perform forced shutdown.
6 Volume +/- buttons
•To adjust the volume.
•Press and hold the [Power] and
[Volume -] buttons at the same time to
take a screenshot.
7 Wrist strap
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8
Keypad To execute the command and input the
characters.
To return to the previous screen.
A quick dial to start the VIN Inspection
APK.
To conrm an action/operation.
•Delete one character before the cursor
with short press.
•Delete all characters within one line
with long press.
Quick access to the system setting.
•To navigate to Android’s Home screen
with short press.
•To open the application list manager
with long press.
•To capture the current screen with
short press.
•To launch camera with long press.
To retrieve it in search engine.
9 Microphone
10 USB port
To connect the included power adaptor for
charging the handset or connect to the PC
for data transmission.
11 PTT(Push-To-Talk)
Key
Also known as press-to-transmit, is a
method of having conversations or talking
on half-duplex communication lines.It is
currently disabled and reserved for future
use.
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Fig. 1-3 Rear View
No. Name Description
12 Laser scanner
It is used to quickly scan the VIN (Vehicle
Identification Number) of the tested vehicle.
It is currently disabled and reserved for future
use.
13 Camera Flash
14 Camera
15 Battery
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NFC(Near Field
Communication)
module
As an optional module, it is currently disabled
and reserved for future use.
1.3 Technical Parameters
Operating System Android 7.0
CPU 8-Core processor
ROM 16GB
RAM 2GB
Screen 5 inch capacitive touch screen with a resolution
of 1280*720 pixels
Battery 4680mAh fast recharging supported
Camera Rear-facing 13 MP camera
Scan Laser Supported (It is currently disabled and reserved
for future use.)
NFC Supported (It is currently disabled and reserved
for future use.)
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Rated Voltage 3.8V
Working Temp. -10℃~ 50℃
Storage Temp. -10℃~ 45℃
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2 Wi-Fi Setting
Note: Once WLAN is set as ON, e-VIN will consume more power. While
WLAN keeps unused, please turn it off to conserve battery power.
e-VIN has built-in Wi-Fi that can be used to get online. Once you’re online,
you can register your e-VIN, update the diagnostic APK, browse the Internet,
get apps and send email on your network.
2.1 Connect to a Wi-Fi network
1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> WLAN.
2. Tap or slide the Wi-Fi switch to ON, e-VIN starts searching for all
available wireless LANs.
3. Choose the desired Wi-Fi access point / network:
•If the network you chose is open, you can connect directly.
•If the selected network is encrypted, you have to enter the right
security key (network password).
Once it is connected successfully, tap the Wi-Fi network from the list to view
its name, link speed, security type, IP address etc.
When this tool is in range, it will connect to the previously linked network
automatically.
2.2 Disconnect from a Wi-Fi network
1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> WLAN.
2. Tap the network with a Connected status, then tap “Disconnect”.
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3 Preparation & Connection
3.1 Preparation
1. Turn the ignition key on.
2. Locate the vehicle’s DLC socket: The DLC (Data Link Connector) is
typically a standard 16-pin connector where diagnostic code readers
interface with the vehicle’s on-board computer.
A. For Passenger Vehicles,
The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument
panel (dash), under or around the driver’s side (See Fig. 3-1 for DLC
location). If Data Link Connector is not located under dashboard, a label
should be there telling location. For some Asian and European vehicles,
the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed
to access the connector.
Fig. 3-1
B. For Passenger Vehicles,
The DLC is usually located in driver’s cab.
If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle’s service manual for the
location.
3.2 Connections
The method used to connect the main cable to a vehicle’s DLC depends on
the vehicle’s conguration as follows:
A. OBD II Vehicle Connection: Plug one end of the main cable into the
vehicle’s DLC, and the other end into the diagnostic socket of the e-VIN,
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and then tighten the captive screws.
B. Non-OBD II Vehicle Connection: For vehicles with non-OBD II diagnostic
socket, a non-16pin adaptor cable is required.
a). For non-OBDII Passenger Vehicle, proceed as follows:
1. Select the non-16pin adaptor cable corresponding to the tested
vehicle.
2. Plug one end of the main cable into the diagnostic socket of the e-VIN,
and the other end to into the OBD I adaptor.
3. Plug the non-16pin end of the adaptor cable into the DLC socket,
and the other end to the OBD I adaptor, and then tighten the captive
screws.
4. To supply power to OBD I adaptor from:
A. Cigarette Lighter Cable: Connect one end of the cigarette lighter cable
to vehicle’s cigarette lighter receptacle, and the other end to the power
jack of OBD I adaptor.
Fig. 3-2
B. Battery Clamps Cable: Connect one end of the battery clamps cable
to vehicle’s battery, and the other end to the power jack of OBD I adaptor.
Fig. 3-3
b). For non-OBDII Commercial Vehicles, proceed as follows:
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1. Select the non-16pin adaptor cable corresponding to the tested
vehicle.
2. Plug the non-16pin end of the adaptor cable into the DLC socket, and
the other end to the main cable.
3. Connect the other end of the main cable to the DB15 diagnostic
socket of the e-VIN, and then tighten the captive screws.
Fig. 3-4
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4 Initial Use
Notes:
•Before starting inspecting vehicle VIN, you have to experience a online
product registration and activation, which requires a stable network
connection.
•Currently e-VIN is not allowed to have multiple accounts. Account
swtiching will be available soon in the coming version.
4.1 Startup & Login
1. Press [Power] button to turn your e-VIN on.
2. On the home screen, tap "e-VIN" to run it, a screen similar to the
following appears:
Fig. 4-1
(If you are a new user, follow A to proceed.)
(If you have registered to be a member, go to B to login the system directly.)
(In case you forgot password, refer to C to reset a new password.)
A. If you are a new user, proceed as follows:
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1. Create App Account: Tap “Register” to enter registration page. See Fig.
4-2.
Fig. 4-2
In Fig. 4-2, ll in the information in each eld (Items with ! must be lled).
After inputting, tap “Next” to go to the next step.
2. Activate Device: In Fig. 4-3, input the Product Serial Number and
Activation Code, and then tap “Activate” to activate it.
Fig. 4-3
Note: The Product Serial Number and Activation Code can be found in the included
password envelope.
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Product S/N
Activation Code
Fig. 4-4
3.Update software: After the device has been activated, the system will
automatically navigate to the update center once newer software are
detected. Tap “Update” to start downloading and installing it.
Notes:
•All software is updated from time to time. To enjoy more better service and
functions, you are strongly suggested to keep synchronized with the latest
version on regular basis.
•When downloading the diagnostic software or checking for updates it is
important to make sure the handset has a strong Wi-Fi connection.
B. If you have registered to be a member, input your name and password,
and then tap the “Login” button in Fig. 4-1 to enter the Job Menu directly.
Note: e-VIN has an auto-save function. Once the username and password are
correctly entered, the system will automatically store it. Next time you login the
system, you will not be asked to input the account manually.
C. If you forgot the password, tap “Retrieve password” in Fig. 4-1 and then
follow on-screen instructions to set a new password.
4. After logging in, the system will enter the Job Menu.
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Fig. 4-6
4.2 Job Menu
It mainly includes the following options.
Check VIN
Use the installed vehicle inspection software to decode the
current VIN and original VIN by automatically detecting or
manually selecting the vehicle model.
Check Data To review and manage the inspection data.
Update To update the APK and all available vehicle inspection
software.
Settings To manage personal information, change password,
activate device and congure Wi-Fi printer.
4.3 Update
Once some newer software is found, you may use this option to download it
and keep it synchronized with the latest version.
By default, all diagnostic software is selected. To deselect certain software,
tap “Unselect”, and then check the box next to vehicle model.
Tap “Update” to start downloading. It may take several minutes to nish it,
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please be patient to wait. To pause downloading, tap “Stop”. To resume it,
tap “Continue”. If network connection failure occurs, tap “Retry” to try again.
Once download is finished, the software packages will be installed
automatically.
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5 Start VIN Inspection
Notes:
•Before inspection, please make sure the e-VIN has a stable network
signal (Refer to Chapter 2 for details on how to make network setup).
•Carefully check the e-VIN is properly connected to the vehicle's DLC (For
details, see Chapter 3.2).
1. On the home screen, tap “e-VIN” to run the application.
2. Input the username and password, and then tap "Login" to navigate to
the Job menu.
3. Tap "Check VIN", a screen similar to the following appears:
Fig. 5-1
（To perform a smart detection, tap "YES" and follow Chapter 5.1 to proceed.
Otherwise, tap "NO" to abort. In this case, proceed following Chapter 5.2.）
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5.1 Auto Detect
Here we take "Focus" for example to demonstarte how to inspect a vehicle
VIN.
Note: Different vehicle models have different options and operation steps.
Tap "YES" in Fig. 5-1, a prompt message appears:
Fig. 5-2
Tap "OK" to switch the ignition key to ON, and the system starts accessing
the vehicle data.
Fig. 5-3
Tap "OK" to conrm and the screen displays as below:
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