SuperCharge BRT-12 User manual

BATTERY REPLACEMENT SIMPLIFIED
BRT-12
CONFIGURATION TOOL
USER GUIDE

Navigation buttons
• The arrow keys are used to navigate
through the menus.
• The OK button is used to conrm a
selection.
• The ESC button is used to go back to
the previous screen.
USB Connector
The mini USB connector is used to
connect to a PC to allow you to update
the tool with additional software.
16 Pin J1962 Diagnostic plug
The J1962 connector needs to be connected to the
vehicle’s OBD socket in order to get power and make
communications with the particular vehicle.
LCD Display Screen
This is the Main screen for the tool. From
here you can select the vehicle, change the
language and view the information screen.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Modern battery management systems used in today’s
vehicles require their systems to be recongured each
time a battery is tted, the BRT-12 allows you to recongure
the stored battery data on these modern vehicles.
The BRT-12 lets you enter the new battery information quickly
and simply, it can also display the current battery’s details.
Features
• High contrast easy to read OLED graphics display.
• PC Updateable via USB and Internet.
• Simple operation using just 6 buttons.
• Powered from the vehicle’s 12 Volt J1962 diagnostic
socket.
• Handheld design with ruggedized rubber elastomer boot.
Please read this information carefully before
using your new Battery Replacement Tool
Always ensure you have the latest version of
software and vehicle data that is available.
Follow the instructions for Software
Please refer to this manual when using the tool
and don’t hesitate to contact your distributor
if you experience any diculty with it.
Specications
• J1850 VPW / PWM
• ISO High & Low Speed
Select this icon to
start the Replace
Battery process.
• Always wear eye protection when handling batteries.
• Keep batteries away from children.
• No smoking, avoid open ames or creating sparks near batteries.
• Explosion hazard. Batteries emit an explosive mixture of hydrogen and oxygen during and after
charging.
• Corrosive hazard. Wear protective equipment to shield eyes, hands, and clothing.
SAFETY
INFORMATION
FIRST TIME USE
• When the Battery Replacement Tool is rst powered you
have to select the language you want to use the tool in.
This screen only appears on the rst power up of the tool,
although you are able to go in and alter this at any time.
• Ensure the battery is able to supply a minimum voltage to
enable you to operate the tool.
• Ensure Ignition key is in the position “lock”
• Connect the Battery Replacement Tool to a vehicle using the 16
Pin Diagnostic plug to any vehicle with a 16 Pin diagnostic
socket.
• The tool will take you to the Main Menu screen.
• If you are coding this vehicle refer to the Coding a Battery to a
vehicle section otherwise ensure the ignition is switched o on
the vehicle and unplug the tool from the diagnostic socket.
• CAN
• Fault Tolerant CAN
Select this icon
to choose and
set the dierent
languages.
Information
screen.

CHANGING THE PRESET LANGUAGE
If you want to change the language the tool displays, you can select this option and choose the
language you wish to use. This will then be stored in memory until you change it again.
• First replace the old battery with the
new one, ensuring the key is not in the
ignition.
• Connect the Battery Replacement Tool
to a vehicle using the 16 Pin Diagnostic
plug.
• The tool will take you to the Main Menu
screen.
• Using the keypad, navigate to the
battery replacement option and press
OK.
Using the keypad to navigate up and
down the menus you will be given the
following options:
• Select the Manufacturer. You will then
be asked to switch the Ignition On
• Select the Function. Select Validate
Battery
• Follow on screen instructions
• Select Validate Battery.
• Follow on screen instructions
• The system will register a new battery to
the vehicle
• You will be informed if battery validation
was concluded successfully.
• Using the keypad, navigate to the
Language Icon and press OK.
• Select the required language.
• The system will register and remember your selection.
• The selected language will now be the default language used.
CODING A BATTERY TO A VEHICLE
Now you are ready to start using the Battery Conguration Tool to congure the battery
to the vehicle and diagnose faults on the range of cars covered.
INFORMATION SCREEN
Using the keypad, navigate to the
Information Icon and press OK.
The information screen is displayed with
a warning along with the serial number
of the unit and the product identication
number.
You may be asked to navigate to this
screen by technical support to establish
the serial number of your handset.
01. 02. 03.01 02 03
01. 02.01 02
01. 02. 03.01 02 03

SOFTWARE UPDATE
Overview:
Software updates are done through an update suite that is available to download from the BRT-12
website.
Australia: https://www.supercharge.com.au/resources/accessories/
New Zealand: http://www.superchargebatteries.co.nz/dealernet/index.htm
Download and install the application suite using the application suite user guide for help if required.
Once the suite is installed you simply need to follow the steps shown on screen to update the
handset to the latest software.
Minimum requirements:
Windows PC running Windows XP/Vista/7/8
5MB of free disk space
Free USB port
COPYRIGHT AND WARRANTY
Copyright:
BRT-12 tool is made by SP Diagnostics and it is strictly forbidden to disseminate, decompile, reverse
engineer or disassemble any part of the hardware or software incorporated within it or associated
with it and is protected by international law.
Warranty:
This tool is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years
from the date of purchase. RAMCAR and the manufacturer will, at our option, repair the unit or
replace the unit with a remanufactured tool. This limited warranty applies only to BRT-12 tool and
does not cover any other equipment, static damage, water damage, overvoltage, dropping unit or
damage resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse. RAMCAR and the manufacturer
are not liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this warranty. The warranty
is void if owner attempts to disassemble the unit or modify the cable assembly.
AUSTRALIA
1300 737 244 | www.supercharge.com.au
NEW ZEALAND
0800 188 122 | www.superchargebatteries.co.nz
1300 737 244www.supercharge.com.au