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LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Important Safety Precautions Important: To avoid personal injury, property damage, or accidental damage to the product, read all of the information in this section before using the product. y Never collide, throw, or puncture X-431 PRO MINI, and avoid falling, extruding and bending it. y Do not insert foreign objects into or place heavy objects on your device. Sensitive components inside might cause damage.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual y Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment. y If the VCI module remains unused for a long period of time, it is suggested to unplug the connector from vehicle’s DLC to conserve battery power. y Wear an ANSI-approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles. y The vehicle shall be tested in a well ventilated work area, as engines produce various poisonous compounds (hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, etc.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTIONS........................................................................................... 1 1.1 PRODUCT PROFILE ................................................................................. 1 1.2 FEATURES .............................................................................................. 1 1.3 KNOWLEDGE OF X-431 PRO MINI.......................................................... 2 1.3.1 X-431 PRO MINI whole set ............
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.2.3 Function menu................................................................................ 15 4.3 CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................... 16 4.3.1 Preparation ..................................................................................... 16 4.3.2 DLC location ................................................................................... 16 4.3.3 Vehicle connection...........................
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 5.3 SYNCHRONIZATION .................................................................................. 32 5.3.1 Connect to PC ................................................................................ 32 5.3.2 Run on PC ...................................................................................... 32 5.3.3 Install an application ....................................................................... 32 5.4 CLEAR CACHE ........................................
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 1 Introductions 1.1 Product Profile X-431 PRO MINI is a stylish Android-based vehicle trouble diagnostic tool. 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.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual or uninstall. 1.3 Knowledge of X-431 PRO MINI 1.3.1 X-431 PRO MINI whole set X-431 PRO MINI is mainly composed of an X-431 PRO MINI handset, and a VCI module. 1.3.2 X-431 PRO MINI handset Fig.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 2 Rear camera 3 Camera flash 4 Slot for VCI module For housing the VCI module. 5 POWER/Screen lock key In Off mode, press it to turn X-431 PRO MINI on; In On mode, turn X-431 PRO MINI off with long press or lock screen with short press. 6 Carry strap 7 Speakers 8 USB/Charging port 9 Microphone 10 LCD screen 11 VOLUME +/- Key 12 Receiver 13 Front camera 14 Earphone Jack To connect to the power adaptor for charging. To adjust the volume.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual ① OBD-16 diagnostic connector To connect on vehicle’s OBD2 DLC. ② Mini USB port For connecting the USB cable to the tablet to perform vehicle diagnosis. (Note: This port is disabled for X-431 PRO MINI.) ③ Mode indicator y It illuminates red when the VCI module is connected to the vehicle’s DLC. y Blue indicates the VCI module is working in Bluetooth mode. 1.4 Technical Parameters X-431 PRO MINI: Operating system Android 5.1 Processor Quad core 1.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 1.5 Package List While opening X-431 PRO MINI package for the first time, please carefully check the following components. Common accessories for each X-431 PRO MINI are same, but for different destinations, the accessories of X-431 PRO MINI may vary. Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with X-431 PRO MINI together.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 2 Preparations 2.1 Charging X-431 PRO MINI 1. Plug one end of the included power adaptor into the USB port of the X-431 PRO MINI. 2. Connect the other end to the AC outlet. If appears on the screen, it indicates it is being charged. If the logo changes into , it indicates that the battery is fully charged. Unplug the power adaptor from X-431 PRO MINI. 2.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Double-tap: To zoom in so that the text on a webpage appears in a column that fits your device’s screen. Long press: Tap and hold on the current interface or area until a contextual menu pops up on the screen, and then release it. Slide: To jump to different pages. Drag: Tap the application icon and drop it to other location. Spread apart/pinch together: To zoom in manually, place two fingers on the screen and then spread them apart.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 2.6 Screen layout There are four on-screen buttons available on the bottom of the screen. BACK Tap to return to the previous screen. HOME Tap to navigate to the Android’s home screen. Recent Apps Tap to view the recently launched applications. 2.7 Notification panel The notification bar is used to display some activities, such as new message, to do list and running tasks. You can also open the notification bar to view the reminder or activity notification. 2.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual locked automatically and the system enters sleep mode to save power. 1. On the home screen, tap Settings > Display > Sleep. 2. Choose the desired sleep time. 2.9 Set screen lock This function is designed to lock the screen and buttons to avoid accidental operations while X-431 PRO MINI keeps unused. 1. On the home screen, tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. 2. Choose the desired screen lock mode and follow the on-screen instructions to finish your setting.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 3 Wi-Fi Setting Note: If you don’t need to use Wi-Fi for a while, you can turn it off to conserve battery life. X-431 PRO MINI has built-in Wi-Fi that can be used to get online. Once you’re online, you can register your X-431 PRO MINI, surf the Internet, get apps, send email, launch the remote diagnosis, and check for software updates etc. 3.1 Connect to a Wi-Fi network 1. On the home screen, tap Settings > WLAN. 2.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4 How To Diagnose 4.1 Diagnosis Flowchart For new users, please follow the operation chart shown in Fig. 4-1 to get familiar with and start using X-431 PRO MINI. Fig. 4-1 4.2 Initial Use During initial use, tap the X-431 PRO MINI icon on the home screen to launch it and enter the main menu screen. 4.2.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Fig. 4-2 1. If you are a new user, tap “New Registration”. See Fig. 4-3. Fig. 4-3 Note: To obtain better service, you need to provide real information. A. Create App account: In Fig.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Fig. 4-4 B. Activate the VCI module: In Fig. 4-4, input the Serial Number and Activation Code, which can be found in the password envelope. Product SN Product SN Activation code Fig. 4-5 Note: To exit and activate it later, tap “Skip”. In this case, you can activate your connector by tapping “Activate Connector” in “Personal Center”. For details, please refer to Chapter 4.9.3 Activate Connector. C.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Fig. 4-6 To download the diagnostic software, tap “Yes” to enter the software download page. Tap “No” to download it later. Fig. 4-7 On the download page, tap “Update” to start downloading. It may take several minutes to finish it, please be patient to wait. To pause downloading, tap “Pause”. To resume it, tap “Continue”. Once download is complete, the system will install the software package automatically. 2.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.2.2 Diagnostic software layout Fig. 4-8 1 Tap to navigate to the main function menu. Refer to “Chapter 4.2.3 Function menu” for details. 2 Search bar: input the desired vehicle model name to locate it quickly. 3 History tab: Generally once a vehicle diagnosis is performed, the system will record the every details of diagnostic process.
LAUNCH Personal Center X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Allows you to configure system settings and manage your personal information. 4.3 Connections 4.3.1 Preparation Normal testing conditions y Turn on the vehicle power supply. y Vehicle battery voltage range should be 9-14 Volts. y Throttle should be in a closed position. Select the VCI module If X-431 PRO MINI is testing vehicles equipped with universal OBD II 16 PIN diagnostic socket, please use the included VCI module.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual vehicle’s configuration as follows: y A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both communication and 12V power through a standardized DLC. y A vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies communication through a DLC connection, and in some cases supplies 12V power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to the vehicle battery. Follow the steps mentioned below to connect OBD II vehicle: 1. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Fig. 4-11 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. 4-12 4.4 Bluetooth Setting Enter X-431 PRO MINI Bluetooth setting screen (“Settings” --> “Bluetooth”), slide the Bluetooth switch to ON and X-431 PRO MINI will start searching available Bluetooth device, tap the desired connector to pair.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual available. Fig. 4-13 OBD VIN: In this mode, the VCI module should be plugged into the vehicle’s DLC first, and then a Bluetooth communication should be established between X-431 PRO MINI and the vehicle. Tap “OBD VIN” to scan the vehicle identification number of the vehicle. Once scanning is complete and successful, X-431 PRO MINI will enter the diagnostic software of the vehicle.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual on-screen instruction to access the diagnostic software. Take Demo as an example to demonstrate how to diagnose a vehicle. 1). Tap the “DEMO” to enter the software selection page. 2). Tap “DEMO” to ignore Bluetooth connection and jump to the DEMO system selection screen. (Note: No Bluetooth connection is required for DEMO program.) Fig. 4-15 Fig. 4-16 3). Tap “Engine”, the system will navigate to the test function menu. See Fig. 4-16. 4.5.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Fig. 4-17 Highlight a certain DTC item, and then tap selected DTC online. to search the definition of the On-screen Buttons: Exit: Tap it to return to the home screen. Report: To save the current diagnostic data. All reports are saved under the tab “Diagnostic Report” in “My Report” from “Profile” menu. For details on report operations, please refer to Chapter 4.9.1 “My Report”.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.5.2 Clear fault memory After reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and certain repairs have been carried out, you can use this function to erase the codes from the vehicle. Before performing this function, please be sure the vehicle’s ignition key is in the ON position with the engine off. Tap “Clear fault memory” in function menu, the system will automatically delete the currently existing trouble code.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Unselect: Tap it to deselect all data stream items. Exit: Tap it to return to the home screen. Print: Tap it to print the current screen. To perform printing, you need to purchase a Wi-Fi printer manufactured by LAUNCH separately. For details on printer setting, see Chapter 4.10.3 “Launch wireless printer connection”. Submit: Tap it to confirm and jump to the next step. After selecting the desired items, tap “Confirm” to enter the data stream reading page. Fig.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual of parameters in the most suitable way. 9 Graph – displays the parameters in waveform graphs. 9 Value – this is the default mode which displays the parameters in texts and shows in list format. 9 Combine – this option is mostly used in graph merge status for data comparison. In this case, different items are marked in different colors. Record: Tap to start recording diagnostic data for future playback and analysis.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 2. Tap a certain box to enter the history records. 3. Tap “Restore” to directly jump to the system selection screen. 4. Tap the desired system to enter and follow the instructions on the screen to proceed. 4.6 Remote Diagnosis This option aims to help repair shops or technicians launch instant messaging and remote diagnosis, making the repair job getting fixed faster. Tap “Remote Diagnosis” to enter, the screen appears blank by default. 4.6.1 Interface layout Fig.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.6.2 How to launch a remote diagnosis? After adding your friend, you can tap it from the friend list to enter the instant messaging interface. Tap the input field and use the on-screen keyboard to enter the text message, to send the voice message; tap and and then tap “Send” to send it; tap choose the desired file type to send.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.9 Personal Center This function allows users to manage your personal information, configure system settings and feedback your vehicle issues or diagnostic reports to us for analysis. 4.9.1 My report This option is used to view the diagnostic report generated in process of vehicle diagnosis. Additionally, delete, share operations are also supported. Tap “My Report”, there are total 3 options available.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 4.9.7 Change password This item allows you to modify your login password. 4.10 Settings It enables you to make some application settings and view software version information etc. 4.10.1 Units of measurement It is designed to set the measurement unit. Metric System and English System are available. 4.10.2 Print information This option lets you define your print information. It mainly includes Workshop, Address, Telephone, Fax and License Plate.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual ok at + reboot = 1 rebooting... 3. Tap “Reset” to configure Wi-Fi printer. Step 1: Connect the printer: Tap “Scan” to select the desired printer hotspot named with X-431PRINTER-XXXX (XXXX stands for 4 characters), and then tap “Connect” to enter Step 2. Fig.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual tap “Printing test” to test the printing. Fig. 4-24 Now you can use the Wi-Fi printer to print! If the printer is not found, please reset the printer to default factory settings (refer to Step 2 for details) and check whether the current device and the printer are on the same LAN. B. If you have configured the Wi-Fi printer to the LAN: 2. Tap “Connect to Printer”: a). If the local network remains as it is, tap “Test Print” directly to test the printing. b).
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 5 Others 5.1 Email The function allows you to send and receive emails. 5.1.1 Configure an email account Note: Before sending or receiving email, you have to set up an email account. In addition, this function requires a stable network connection. 1. On the home screen, tap Email. 2. Choose the desired email account type. 3. Input email address and password, tap “Next”.
LAUNCH 4 X-431 PRO MINI User Manual Close the current page. 5 Create a new tab. 6 Input a web address. 7 Add the current page as bookmark. 8 Open search bar. 9 Open bookmark list. 10 View more options. 5.2.2 Download files Files, pictures, and applications can be downloaded from the website in browser. For example: Tap and hold a picture, then choose “Save image” from pop-up menu to download it. To download a link, tap and hold it, and then choose “Save link”.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 5.4 Clear Cache Doing so clears all browsing records and accounts and enables X-431 PRO MINI to run smoothly and quickly. 1. Tap Settings > Apps. 2. Tap and select “Sort by size” to arrange all applications in size order. 3. Tap certain application, then tap “Clear Cache” to release the space these cache files are occupied.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 6 FAQ 1. How to save power? ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ ¾ Please turn off the screen while X-431 PRO MINI keeps idle. Set a shorter standby time. Decrease the brightness of the screen. If WLAN connection is not required, please turn it off. Disable GPS function if GPS service is not in use. 2. What should I do in case I forgot the screen lock? You can set screen lock as pattern or password. If you forgot the password, please consult your device provider or reset your device.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO MINI User Manual 2. Flash player does not support this video. Try to use other browsers to watch it or install other Flash player. 6. The date and time of X-431 PRO MINI cannot be set. It is because Automatic date & time is set on your X-431 PRO MINI. Tap “Settings” --> “Date & time”, deselect “Automatic date & time” and then set the date and time manually.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO User Manual — Warranty Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER’S BUSINESS. LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of delivery to the user.
LAUNCH X-431 PRO User Manual — Warranty Longgang, Shenzhen, Guangdong P.R.China, 518129 Launch website: http://www. cnlaunch.com http://www.x431.com http://www.dbscar.com Statement: LAUNCH reserves the rights to make any change to product designs and specifications without notice. The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions in the manual in physical appearance, color and configuration.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
