Topdon ArtiDiag Pro User manual

ArtiDiag Pro
Professional Diagnostic Tool
USER MANUAL

Welcome.........................................................................................................1
About.................................................................................................................1
What's Included.........................................................................................1
Technical Specication ........................................................................2
Compatibility...............................................................................................2
Notice...............................................................................................................2
General Information of OBDII .........................................................3
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)..................................................3
Product Overview ....................................................................................4
Preparation & Connection..................................................................6
Operation Introduction......................................................................10
Warnings..................................................................................................... 32
Cautions....................................................................................................... 32
FAQ ................................................................................................................. 33
Warranty......................................................................................................34
CONTENTS

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WELCOME
ABOUT
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Thank you for purchasing the TOPDON ArtiDiag Pro, an automotive
diagnostic tool. Please read manual prior to operation.
The TOPDON ArtiDiag Pro is an ideal diagnostic tablet designed to
work on all available electronic systems. Beyond OBD2 diagnostics,
the user can expect AutoVIN technology to accelerate diagnostic
work, and the well-organized interface can run reset services for
effective vehicle maintenance.
1. ArtiDiag Pro
2. Diagnostic Cable
3. Smart OBD II-16E Adaptor
4. BENZ-38 Adaptor
5. BMW-20 Adaptor
6. 5V DC Charging Cable
7. Power Adaptors
8. Carrying Case
9. Quick User Guide
10. User Manual

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ArtiDiag Pro may automatically reset while being disturbed by strong
static electricity. THIS IS A NORMAL REACTION.
This Product Manual is subject to change without written notice.
Read the instructions carefully and use the unit properly. Failure to
do so may cause damage and/or personal injury, which will void the
product warranty.
NOTICE
Display: 7-inch 1024*600 Touchable Screen
RAM: 2G
ROM: 32GB
OBDII Input Voltage Range: 9~18V
Charging: 5V DC, or through connection to vehicle’s DLC
Working Temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
COMPATIBILITY
TOPDON ArtiDiag Pro is compatible with the following:
•KWP2000
•ISO9141
•J1850 VPW
•J1850 PWM
•CAN (Controller Area Network)
•And more

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The OBDII system is designed to monitor emission control systems
and key engine components by performing either continuous or
periodic tests of specic components and vehicle conditions, which
will relay the following information:
•Whether the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is commanded “on”
or “off”;
•Which, if any, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are stored;
•Readiness Monitor status.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)
GENERAL INFORMATION OF OBDII
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

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To charge the tablet.
Convert an audio signal into a corresponding
sound.
Show test results.
•Hold the button for 5 seconds to turn the tablet
on.
•Hold the button for 3 seconds to turn the tablet
off.
•Press the button to wake up the screen or turn
off the screen.
Battery below 20% indicates low battery. Battery
above 20% indicates normal battery.
•For low battery, it illuminates red and ashes
when being charged. If not charged, it
illuminates solid red.
•For normal battery, it illuminates green and
ashes when being charged.
Power/Lock
Button
Charging LED
5V DC Charging
Port
Loudspeakers
Touch Screen
NameNO. Descriptions
To connect to the diagnostic cable.
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DB-15 Diagnostic
Connector

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1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Locate the vehicle’s DLC socket.
3. Connect one end of the diagnostic cable to the DB-15 port on the
ArtiDiag Pro and tighten the captive screws.
4. Select the appropriate adaptor for vehicle's DLC connector. Connect
the adaptor to the other end of the diagnostic cable and tighten
the captive screws.
5. Plug the adaptor to vehicle's DLC connector.
6. Turn the ignition on. The engine can be off or running.
7. Hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn the TOPDON ArtiDiag
Pro on. The tablet will start initializing and enter the welcome
interface.
PREPARATION & CONNECTION

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*Note: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with the
ignition on or engine running.
8. Language Setting
Select the tool language in the following interface:
9. Choose Time Zone
Choose the time zone of your current location. The system will
automatically congure the time according to the time zone you
selected.

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10. Connect Wi-Fi
The system will automatically search all available Wi-Fi networks. You
can choose the Wi-Fi needed.
*Note: Since the rst use of the scanner requires data interaction with
the server to activate it, the rst use must connect to WIFI; otherwise,
the diagnostic software will not be able to use, but after the activation
of the scanner, the diagnostic function can be used in the ofine state.
11. Enter workshop information
Here you can congure workshop information and an email address
(as the recipient by default when sharing reports or screenshots).
If you choose "Skip" in this step, it will automatically go to the next
step. In this case, go to "Settings" -> "Email" to set up it.

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12. User Agreement
Please read all the terms and conditions of the user agreement
carefully. Check “Agree all the above terms” and tap “Next” to
complete the registration process.
It will automatically jump to the Home Menu.

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TOPDON ArtiDiag Pro has 8 major modules, including Diagnose,
Services, OBD II, I/M, Battery Voltage, Upgrade, Data, and Settings.
1. Diagnosis
TOPDON ArtiDiag Pro supports Smart Diagnosis and Manual
Diagnosis covering OBDII diagnosis, full system diagnosis for most
modern vehicles worldwide.
A diagnostic report will be automatically generated after the
diagnosis.
1.1 Smart Diagnosis (Auto-Detect)
Power on the ArtiDiag Pro. Tap “Settings”, and make sure the
“Automatic detection on connect” is on.
*Note: Alternatively, the user can also tap "Diagnose" -> "AutoDetect"
to start the smart diagnosis manually if the “Automatic detection on
connect” is Off.
Connect to the DLC’s port, and then turn the ignition key on. The
ArtiDiag Pro will enter the Smart Diagnosis mode automatically.
*Note: If the automatic detection can not identify the vehicle, please
try to connect to the network. Not all cars support the Auto-Detect
function due to auto manufacturers' settings.
1.1.1 Once the system successfully obtains the VIN (Vehicle
Identication Number), it will continue scanning the vehicle systems.
A diagnostic report will be automatically generated after the scanning
is completed.
1.1.2 If the tablet fails to access the VIN information, the screen will
OPERATION INTRODUCTION

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display as follows:
Input the VIN and tap “OK”; the system will automatically identify the
vehicle model.
If the VIN is successfully decoded, it will perform Smart Diagnosis until
a diagnostic report is automatically generated. Otherwise it will enter
the Manual Diagnosis mode.
*Note:
•A highly stable and solid network connection is recommended for
successful VIN access.
•VIN characters may be capital letters A through Z and numbers 1
through 0; however, the letters I, O and Q would never be used in
order to avoid misreading. No signs or spaces are allowed in
the VIN.
1.2 Manual Diagnosis
If the tablet cannot obtain or analyze the VIN information, you can
also perform Manual Diagnosis. In this mode, you need to execute
the menu-driven command and follow the on-screen instruction to
proceed.
Refer to the owchart illustrated below to run the manual system
diagnostics.

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Select “Diagnose”
Select Vehicle
Manufacturer
Select Vehicle Model
Select Scan Mode
Automatic System
Detection (System Scan)
Manual System Detection
(System Selection)
Select Test Function
Read Data
Stream
Actuation
Test
Special
Function
Clear Fault
Code
Read Fault
Code
Read Version
Information
*Note:
•Before diagnosing, please make sure the corresponding vehicle
manufacturer software has been installed in the scanner.
•The diagnostic menu may vary by the vehicle’s make, model, and
year.

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Take “Demo V15.43” as an example to demonstrate how to manually
diagnose a vehicle.
Tap “OK” to continue.
The following screen will appear:
Take “NISSAN” as an example to continue.

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1.2.1 Health Report (Quick Test)
This function enables you to quickly access all electronic control units
of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health.
Tap “Health Report”, and the system will start scanning the ECUs.
Once the scanning is complete, the following screen will appear:
The system with fault codes will be displayed in red ( ). The system
with no fault codes will be displayed in green ( ).
*Explanation of terms:
•Tap to display the details of DTCs existing in the current system.
Tap to hide it.
•: To select other test functions.
•Report: To save the diagnostic result as a report.
•Clear Code: To clear the existing diagnostic trouble codes.
1.2.2 System Scan (Automatic System Detection)
This function will scan the vehicle test system automatically. Tap
“System Scan”. The following screen will appear:

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1.2.3 System Selection (Manual System Detection)
This function allows you manually select the system and perform the
related diagnostic functions.
Tap “System Selection”, and then select the desired system (take
“ENGINE” for example). The following screen will appear:
a. Version Information
This function can read the version information of system mode,
vehicle VIN, software and ECU.
b. Read Fault Code
This function displays the detailed information of DTC records
retrieved from the vehicle’s control system.
The following screen will appear: