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Version: V1.00.000

Revised date: 02-10-2014

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Version: V1.00.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Copyright Information Copyright © 2013 by LAUNCH TECH. CO., LTD. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of LAUNCH. The information contained herein is designed only for the use of this unit. LAUNCH is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other units.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual formatted or in process of uploading or downloading. Or else it may result in program error. Precautions on Using MAXIMUS2.0 • The ignition switch should be OFF while plugging or unplugging the diagnostic connector. • If 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.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 3.9.5 Set standby time ................................................................. 10 3.9.6 Set screen lock ......................................................................... 10 3.9.7 Adjust the volume ..................................................................... 10 3.10 Input Method.............................................................................. 11 3.10.1 Activate / hide on-screen keyboard ....................................... 11 3.10.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 9 Borescope (coming soon) ........................................................... 35 10 Others .......................................................................................... 36 10.1 Email.......................................................................................... 36 10.1.1 Conﬁgure an email account ............................................... 36 10.1.2 Send an email .................................................................... 36 10.1.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 1 Introduction 1.1 Product Profile MAXIMUS2.0 is a new Android-based vehicle trouble diagnostic device developed for internet applications. It inherits from LAUNCH’s advanced diagnosing technology and is characterized by covering a wide range of vehicles, featuring powerful functions, and providing precise test result.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Connectivity • Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) • USB: 2.0 • Bluetooth 2.0 • Ethernet: RJ45 Ethernet Connection Camera Sensors Audio Input/Output Front-facing, 2.0 megapixel; Rearfacing, 5.0 megapixel, AF with Flashlight Gravity Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor • Microphone • Speakers • 3.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 2.1 MAXIMUS2.0 Display Tablet Table 2-1 formulates interfaces and indicators of MAXIMUS2.0 display tablet (front): No. Fig. 2-4 MAXIMUS2.0 Display Tablet (front & side view) Notes: 1. The USB ports together with 2 additional USB ports on the docking station are used to connect USB devices. While extending optional functions, it is to be connected to Scopebox, Sensorbox or Batterybox. 2. It illuminates red while MAXIMUS2.0 display tablet is charging.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Table 2-2 formulates parts of MAXIMUS2.0 display tablet (rear): No. Name & Descriptions 19 Camera Flash 20 Handgrip 21 Rear Camera Lens 22 Audio Speaker Fig. 2-5 MAXIMUS2.0 Display Tablet (rear view) 2.2 MAXIMUS2.0 Docking Station Table 2-3 formulates ports of MAXIMUS2.0 docking station No. 1 Fig. 2-6 MAXIMUS2.0 Docking Station 4 Name & Descriptions Borescope Port 2 Charging Slot -- to charge the display talbet.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 2.3 Diagnostic Connector 2.4 MAXIMUS2.0 Accessory Checklist 1 Common accessories for each MAXIMUS2.0 are same, but for different destinations, the accessories of MAXIMUS2.0 (such as diagnostic software, testing connectors) may vary. Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with MAXIMUS2.0 together. Table 2-5 -- MAXIMUS2.0 common accessories and descriptions 2 No. 3 Name Qt. 1 MAXIMUS2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 5 Cigarette Lighter Cable 1 (To obtain power supply from vehicle’s cigarette lighter ) 10 OBDI Adaptor 1 (A converting cable for connecting non-16 pin connector.) 6 Power Adaptor 1 (To convert 100~240V AC power supply to 5V DC power supply.) 11 7 HDMI Cable 1 (To connect to an external projector or monitor with HDMI interface.) 8 Clipper Cable 1 (To provide power to the non-16 pin connector through connection to the vehicle's battery.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 3 Preparations Fig. 3-4. If appears on the screen, it indicates it is being charged. 3.1 Charging MAXIMUS2.0 1. Locate the charging slot on the bottom of MAXIMUS2.0 display tablet and the docking station. See Fig. 3-1 & Fig. 3-2. To AC outlet Fig. 3-4 Fig. 3-1 Fig. 3-2 2. Align the charging slots, and then dock the display tablet into the station to ensure that it is firmly seated on the docking station. Refer to Fig. 3-3. Fig. 3-3 3.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 3.3 Power On / Power Off MAXIMUS2.0 3.5 Lock & unlock the screen 3.3.1 Power on Many screen lock modes are available on MAXIMUS2.0. Take the preset screen-lock mode as example for demonstration. Press the POWER key to turn on MAXIMUS2.0. Note: If it is the first time you use MAXIMUS2.0 or MAXIMUS2.0 keeps idle for a long time, MAXIMUS2.0 could fail to be turned on. It results from low battery. In this case, please recharge your MAXIMUS2.0 for a while and try to turn it on. 3.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 3.6 Screen Layout 7 Display the widget and application icons. 8 It shows: System time, Wi-Fi connection status and signal strength, battery status and other information. Tap the digital clock to open the notice panel. 3.7 Status Bar 7 For some common indicators, please see the following table. Icons 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 Fig. 3-5 On-screen keys and status bar are as follows: 1 shows whether the diagnostic connector is connected.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 3.9 Customize your desktop 2. Drag the slider to adjust it as desired. 3.9.1 Move items on the desktop 3.9.5 Set standby time 1. Hold and press the item to be moved until it is shaken. 2. Drag and drop it to the target location. If no activities are made within the deﬁned standby period, the screen will be locked automatically and the system enters sleep mode to save power.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual activated automatically. • After inputting, tap to hide the keyboard. 4 Note: In some applications, the on-screen keyboard may appear over some interfaces partially. Close it to view more so that you can judge what’s next to do. To bring up an input options menu. Input languages and Android keyboard settings such as auto-capitalization and sound on keypress are available. 5 To enter a space. 6 Line feed. 7 > To delete the character before the cursor.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 4 Wi-Fi Setting Note: Once Wi-Fi is set as ON, MAXIMUS2.0 will consume more power. While Wi-Fi keeps unused, please set it off to save power. 1. On the main menu screen, tap Settings > Wi-Fi. 2. Tap or slide the Wi-Fi switch to ON, MAXIMUS2.0 starts searching all available wireless LANs. 3.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual location. A. Power adaptor: connect one end of the included power adaptor to Power interface of MAXIMUS2.0 display tablet, and the other end to AC outlet. B. Internal battery pack: For details on how to recharge MAXIMUS2.0, see “Chapter 3.1 Charging MAXIMUS2.0”. For non-OBDII vehicle, proceed as follows: Near the center of dashboard Fig. 5-1 5.1.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Fig. 5-3 5.2 Bluetooth Setting Enter MAXIMUS2.0 Bluetooth setting screen (“Settings” --> “WIRELESS & NETWORK” --> “Bluetooth”), slide the Bluetooth switch to ON and MAXIMUS2.0 will start searching available Bluetooth device, click the desired connector to pair and match. By default, the Bluetooth name is 98419*****00 (where ***** stands for 5 digits.).
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual In Fig. 5-7, click “Register Connector” if you want to experience vehicle diagnostic software. See Fig. 5-8. Fig. 5-5 1. If you are a new user, click “Register” to enter registration page. See Fig. 5-6. Fig. 5-8 To exit and register it later, click “No connector”. Input the Serial Number and Veriﬁcation Code, and then click “Conﬁrm”. Note: The Serial Number and Verification Code can be obtained from the password envelope. See Fig. 5-9. Fig. 5-6 Product S/N In Fig.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Alternatively, you can also register your connector by clicking “Activate Device” in “Proﬁle”. For details, please refer to Chapter 5.7.3 Activate Device. 2. If you have registered to be a member, input your name/CC and password in Fig. 5-5, and then click the “Login” button to enter the main menu screen directly. 5.4.2 Diagnostic software layout 3 4 Tap to jump to the Android System’s home screen. 5 Tap to return to the previous screen or exit the application.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 5.4.3 Function menu Tap Profile Accesses to My Report, Activate Device, Private information and Settings etc. to unfold function menu, it mainly includes the following items: More Fig. 5-11 Name Description Diagnose Configures MAXIMUS2.0 to operate as a diagnostic tool. History (Coming soon) Identifix An speed-dial to Identiﬁx website. Customers (Coming soon) Messages To launch IM (Instant Messager) application.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual In Fig. 5-11, tap “Update” to select the paired diagnostic connector. Tap the serial number and a list of diagnostic software will pop up on the screen. 5.6 Start Diagnosing on the main menu screen, and then choose “Diagnose” to Tap enter the vehicle selection page. Take Demo as an example to demonstrate how to diagnose a vehicle. 1. Tap the “Demo” logo, the system will prompt you to make Bluetooth pair firstly (See Fig. 5-14).
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Fig. 5-15 To check whether a new version is available or not, click “Check Latest Version”. If a newer version is detected, it will start downloading the latest version. 3. Tap the desired version to start initializing. After initializing is complete, the screen will display as below: Fig. 5-17 5. Tap “Engine”, the system will jump to the function menu. See Fig. 5-18. Fig. 5-18 Fig. 5-16 4. Tap “Demo” to enter system selection interface. See Fig. 5-17. 5.6.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual form. 5.6.2 Clear Trouble Code Tap “Clear Trouble Code” function menu, the system will automatically delete the currently existing trouble code. Note: The trouble code will not disappear until the trouble was completely cleared. 5.6.3 Read Data Stream Tap “Read Data Stream” in function menu, the system will display data stream items. Fig. 5-20 After selecting, tap “Graphic”, the system will display data changes in waveform.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Take “1# injector” as an example. To detect whether 1# injector works normally or not, click “1# injector”, the system will automatically carry out the function. After complete, a prompt dialog box will pop up on the screen. 5.7 Profile This function allows users to manage your proﬁle. Fig. 5-21 5.7.1 My Report This option is used to view the diagnostic report generated in process of vehicle diagnosis. Additionally, delete, send operations are also supported.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Fig. 5-26 Input the Serial Number and Veriﬁcation Code, and then tap “Activate” to register the connector. For details on how to obtain Serial Number and Veriﬁcation Code, tap the below links to get help. 5.7.4 Private Information Use this item to view and conﬁgure your personal information. 5.7.5 Settings It enables you to make some application settings and view software version information and user manual etc. App Settings: This item allows you to set the measurement unit.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Multimeter 6. Sensorbox (Optional) Parameters 6.1 Product summary Scope Precision MAXIMUS2.0 provides an optional function of automotive sensor simulation test. “Sensor” function is specially designed to diagnose and simulate vehicle sensor faults quickly and conveniently, including “DC voltage simulation”, “Fixed frequency simulation”, “Predefined waveform simulation” and “Hand-painted waveform simulation”.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual No. Name Description 3 Multimeter probe 1 Data receiving indicator Indicator (green) for receiving data from main unit. 4 Electronic control converting cable 1 2 Data sending indicator Indicator (green) for sending data to main unit. 5 3 Power indicator It keeps steady on (red) after Sensorbox is powered on. Electronic control converting cable 2 6 4 B type USB port Connect to main unit with USB cable when it is applied as separated USB device.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual code indicates the fault is in water temperature sensor itself. But we need to confirm whether the fault results from water temperature sensor or the connections between ECU and sensors, or ECU itself. In this case, we can make full use of simulation test to input the signal of simulating water temperature sensor, instead of water temperature sensor, to the microcomputer. If the engine works better and the fault vanishes, the fault is in the water temperature sensor.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual In Fig. 6-3, tap “Predeﬁned waveform simulation” to enter the screen shown as Fig. 6-4. HO2S: Heated Oxygen Sensor IAT: Intake Air Temperature Sensor MAF: Mass Air Flow Sensor MAP: Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor TP: Throttle Position Sensor VAF: Volume Air Flow Sensor VSS: Vehicle Speed Sensor For example, tap “ECT” – “Warm (NTC Thermistor)” in Fig. 6-5, the right screen will display the waveform of the sensor. See Fig. 6-6. Fig. 6-4 Here, tap button, a screen similar to Fig.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Fig. 6-7 In Fig. 6-7, tap button to perform simulation test. 4. Hand-painted waveform simulation This option offers great convenience for users to simulate special waveform or fault wave. Users only draw the shape of waveform which needs to be simulated in central drawing area, and then configure some parameters on the top, namely high level, low level, and cycle of waveform, then tap , MAXIMUS2.0 will output a waveform as desired.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual • • • • • • • among the ports of sensor in order to determine whether opencircuit / contact fault exists or not. When checking if there is a short in the line, please disconnect the CEU and the relevant sensor, then measure the resistance value of the ports between the connected port and the vehicle body. If the resistance value is more than 1MΩ, no fault occurs.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual from the left. [ ]: reduces the range and zoom in the waveform. [ ]: increase the range and zoom out the waveform. [ ]: starts or stops the testing process. 6.4.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 7 Batterybox (Optional) SAE 7.1 Product Summary 7.2 Test Environment MAXIMUS2.0 provides an optional function of automotive battery test, which adopts the latest state-of-the-art conductance testing technology in the world and can test vehicle’s battery status. Two testing environments (Inside the Vehicle and Outside the Vehicle) are available and applicable to battery test.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 4 Charge-retest It is better for a few batteries to be fully charged before testing in order to avoid judging in error under special conditions. 5 Bad cell Indicates one of the battery cells is bad and can not work normally, but for which one is bad, it can’t be veriﬁed. In this case, battery voltage is generally lower than 11V, mainly resulting from internal circuitry damage, such as short circuit, open circuit, dummy weld etc. 7.3.2 Test accessories Fig. 7-2 Kelvin clip 7.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 7.4.2 Inside the vehicle test Battery test and charging system & actuation system test can be done in this mode. 1. Battery test ﬂoating electricity has been removed, please turn off the headlamp to continue the testing” will appear on the screen. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to turn off the headlamp and tap [OK], the system will continue the testing. Tap , it will enter testing standard selection screen. See Fig. 7-5.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual If JIS is selected, tap , the system will enter Select testing capacity screen. Users can select corresponding standard capacity value according to battery model marked on battery. 7. Tap The system begins to receive test data information after acceleration was detected, as shown in Fig. 7-9. and the testing result will appear on the following screen. Fig. 7-9 Tap [OK], test data will be shown on the screen, similar to Fig. 7-10. Fig. 7-7 2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual The following operation steps are identical to Steps 6 ~ 7 in Chapter 7.4.2 Battery test. Please refer to it for details. 7.5 Precautions on battery test For the purpose of getting accurate test results, unless otherwise special required, all loads need to be power off such as headlamp, engine etc. before testing battery. The operating time required for charging system and actuation system test varies from person to person.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 8 Oscilloscope (coming soon) 9 Borescope (coming soon) Oscilloscope is an optional function of MAXIMUS2.0, including automotive oscilloscope and automotive ignition waveform. Automotive borescope is mainly applied to those unseen parts of engine, fuel tank, braking system.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 10 Others 10.1.3 View an email 10.1 Email 1. Enter main menu screen, and click Email to enter account screen. 2. Tap the desired email account. 3. Tap the desired one to read: The function allows you to send and receive email. You can add POP3 or IMAP email account for some common web email service provider. Note: For different networks, inbox may have some delays. Tap on the upper right corner to refresh the email list. 10.1.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 1. 2. 3. 4. Enter main menu screen, and tap “Email” to enter account screen. Tap > Settings. Choose the desired Email account from the account list. Choose “Remove account” to delete it. 10.2.2 Download files Files, pictures, and applications can be downloaded from the website in browser. For example: Tap and press a picture, then choose “Save image” from pop-up menu to download it. 10.2 Browser To download a link, tap and press it, and then choose “Save link”. 10.2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual you are strongly recommended to clear your browser navigation history. 1. Enter main menu screen, click 2. Tap to launch the browser. > Settings > Privacy & security. 3. Tap “Clear history”. 10.3 Using Bluetooth Bluetooth connection is supported on MAXIMUS2.0. Using it, you can connect MAXIMUS2.0 to other compatible devices for data transmission. Note: Bluetooth connection is likely to be disturbed by other objects, such as walls or other electronic devices. 3. MAXIMUS2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 10.4.2 How to record a video 10 1 In camera mode, drag the slider to video mode. 9 10 8 9 1 2 7 8 6 7 2 5 3 6 5 3 4 4 Fig. 10-2 Fig. 10-3 1 Drag the slider to toggle between camera and video mode. 2 Tap it to take a picture. 1 Drag the slider to toggle between camera and video mode. 3 Tap it to browse your pictures. 2 Tap it to start recording a video. 4 Slide to right or left to zoom in/out the screen. 3 Tap it to play back your video.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 10.5 Gallery 10.5.3 Edit photos This option is used to manage pictures and video ﬁles. Without installing third-party photo processing software, MAXIMUS2.0 provides powerful photo editing functions, such as light compensation, red eye processing, crops etc. 10.5.1 Open gallery Enter the main menu screen, click to open gallery, the system starts scanning all pictures and videos on MAXIMUS2.0. 10.5.2 View pictures or videos 1. Enter the main menu screen, click 1.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 4. After setting, click “OK” to conﬁrm. “Settings” > “Security”, and check the box next to “Unknown sources”, which allows you to install non-Market application. 10.8.2 Delete an alarm 10.10.2 View installed applications 1. On alarm list screen, hold and press the desired alarm. 1. Tap Settings > Apps. 2. Tap the delete it. 3. Tap the desired one to view its detailed information. 3. Set the detailed items. , and then tap “OK” in the confirmation dialog box to 2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual 1. Tap Settings > Apps. 11 FAQ 2. Swipe the screen from right to left until ALL tab appears. 3. Tap “Clear cache”. 1. How to save power? • • • • • • • Please turn off the screen while MAXIMUS2.0 keeps idle. Set a shorter standby time. Decrease the brightness of the screen. Try to use earphone. Please turn off Bluetooth when it’s not in use. If Wi-Fi connection is not required, please turn it off. Disable GPS function if GPS service is not in use. 2.
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MAXIMUS2.0 User's Manual Warning: Doing so will erase all stored data and all running applications may encounter abnormal operations. To restore it, just restart your MAXIMUS2.0. Customer Service Department If you have any questions on the operation of the unit, please contact us: 1-877-LAUNCH-9 5. Why some videos on the website can be not played? It possibly results from: 1. The current browser does not support Flash playing; 2. Flash player does not support this video.
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Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.