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www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual When an engine is operating, keep the service area well-ventilated or attach a building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system. Engines produce various poisonous compounds (hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, etc.) that cause slower reaction time and result in death or serious personal injury. Warning Read all safety warnings and instructions. OVERVIEW Danger SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 2.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY 11. Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid that is harmful to skin. In operation, direct contact with the automotive batteries should be avoided. Keep the ignition sources away from the battery at all times. 12. Keep the tool dry, clean, free from oil, water or grease. Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clear the outside of the equipment when necessary. 13. Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc.
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual This manual contains device usage instructions. Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional equipment that are not included in your system. SAFETY Using This Manual Conventions Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options. Example: Tap OK. OVERVIEW The following conventions are used. Notes A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips, and comments.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY Warning: Retrieving and using DTCs for troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an overall diagnostic strategy. Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition. Each DTC has a set of testing procedures, instructions and flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of the problem. This information can be found in the vehicle’s service manual.
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual 1 Packing List............................................................................................................ 1 2 Overview................................................................................................................. 3 SAFETY Table of Contents 2.1 Introduction............................................................................................................ 3 2.3 VCI Dongle.................................................
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com 5.2 General Operations for ADAS Calibration........................................................... 19 SAFETY 5.2.1 Precondition for the use of the ADAS calibration tool.................................. 19 5.2.2 Workstation requirements............................................................................ 19 5.3 Calibration Operation.......................................................................................... 19 5.3.1 ADAS System Select....
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual 9.2.7 Subscription Renewal Card......................................................................... 52 9.2.8 Profile.......................................................................................................... 52 9.2.9 Change Password....................................................................................... 53 SAFETY 9.2.6 My Order......................................................................................................
1 Packing List Common accessories are same, but for different destinations, the accessories may vary. Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with this tool together. 1 Display Tablet 1 2 VCI Dongle 1 3 OBD II Extension Cable 1 Picture & Notes OVERVIEW Qt. SETUP Name (Connects the VCI dongle to the OBD II vehicle’s DLC.) 4 Data Cable (Type AMini B) 1 (Connects the tablet to the VCI dongle). OPERATION No. SAFETY SS LINK User Manual FAQ www.
SS LINK User Manual SAFETY OVERVIEW SETUP OPERATION FAQ 2 5 6 www.newsmartsafe.com Charging Cable (Type-A to Type-C) Power Adaptor (Connects the power adaptor to charge the tablet.) 1 (For charging the tablet.) 7 Password Envelope 1 (A piece of paper bearing Product S/N and Activation Code, which is required for your registration.
2.1 Introduction SS LINK, developed by SMARTSAFE TECH CO., is specially designed as a comprehensive ADAS calibration product. It can work with the VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) dongle to perform full car model and full system diagnosis (including reading/clearing the diagnostic trouble codes and reading data stream etc.). Additionally, it also can work with the specific ADAS calibration tools to perform ADAS calibration.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY • VCI dongle -- the device for accessing vehicle data (For details, please refer to Chapter 2.3.) OVERVIEW 2.
SS LINK User Manual 1. Docking slot for VCI dongle For housing the VCI dongle. OVERVIEW SAFETY www.newsmartsafe.com It is pre-installed in the docking slot on the top of the display tablet. Use the hand to press the dongle once, it will be automatically ejected from the docking slot. When it is not in use, please reinsert it into the slot to avoid loss. 3. Power source/Lock screen button • When the tablet is off, turn on it by pressing the button for 3 seconds. SETUP 2.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com 2.3 VCI Dongle SAFETY This dongle works as a VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) device. It is used to obtain vehicle data, and then send it to the tablet for analysis via Bluetooth. OVERVIEW SETUP 1. OBD-16 diagnostic connector Connects the OBD-II extension cable or directly plug into the vehicle's DLC (Data Link Connector) port. OPERATION 2. Data transmission port Connects to the display tablet via data cable to perform vehicle diagnosis. 3.
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual Display Tablet • CPU: 4-core Cortex-A53 processor • Memory: 2GB SAFETY 2.4 Technical Parameters • ROM: 32GB • Resolution: 800*1280 pixel • Camera: 8MP rear-facing camera • Working Voltage: 5V • Working Current: ≤2.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY 3 Initial Use 3.1 Charge The Tablet OVERVIEW Follow the steps below to charge the tablet: 1. Connect one end of the charging cable to the USB socket of the power adapter. 2. Connect the other end to the charging port on the bottom of the host. 3. Plug the charger power plug into a power outlet to start charging. When it displays the charging is completed.
Note: Once WLAN is set as ON, the tablet will consume more power. While it keeps unused, please set it off to save power. While WLAN is not in use, please turn it off to conserve battery power. 1. In the Job Menu, tap Others -> Tablet Setting -> Network & Internet -> Wi-Fi. 2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to ON, the tablet starts searching for available wireless LANs. 3. Select the desired WLAN network from the list. If the chosen network is open, you can connect directly.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY App Sign-up Activate VCI Finish Registration OVERVIEW Download Software Note: Before registering, please make sure that the tablet has a strong and stable Wi-Fi signal. SETUP In the Job Menu, tap Login on the upper right corner of the screen. The following dialog box will pop up on the screen. OPERATION (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.
SS LINK User Manual FAQ Input the Serial Number and Activation Code, which can be found in the Password Envelope. OPERATION SETUP Fill in the information in each field (Items with * must be filled). After inputting, tap Register, the following screen will appear: OVERVIEW SAFETY www.newsmartsafe.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY Note: To exit and activate it later, tap Skip. In this case, you can activate it by tapping Others -> User Info -> Activate VCI. Tap Activate to finish your registration. OVERVIEW SETUP Tap OK to enter the software download page. OPERATION On the software download page, tap Update to start downloading. When downloading is complete, the system will install the software package automatically.
OVERVIEW C. If you forgot the password, tap Retrieve password and then follow on-screen instructions to set a new password. SETUP Note: The tablet 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. SAFETY . Tap it to revise personal information. B.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY 4 Getting Started 4.1 Job Menu It mainly includes the following items: OVERVIEW SETUP OPERATION FAQ 14 ADAS Calibration This function enables you to perform ADAS calibration operations. This function requires the SS LINK to work with the specific ADAS calibration tool (such as X-431 ADAS Mobile / X-431 ADAS PRO). Diagnose This module allows you to quickly achieve full car model and full system vehicle trouble diagnosis.
Others SS LINK User Manual Includes the tablet settings, system OTA upgrade, TeamViewer Quick Support, Browser, File explorer, Camera, Gallery, Screen Recording and Email etc. SAFETY www.newsmartsafe.com 4.2 Connection Normal testing conditions • Turn on the vehicle power supply. • Vehicle battery voltage range should be 9-18V. • Throttle should be closed at its close position. OVERVIEW 4.2.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY 1. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket. 2. Plug the VCI dongle into the vehicle’s DLC socket (It is suggested to use the OBD II extension cable to connect the VCI dongle and DLC socket). 4.3 Communication Setup OVERVIEW There are 2 ways available for the tablet to communicate with the VCI dongle: BT(wireless) communication and USB cable connection. User can choose either of the following ways to establish communication. 4.3.
5 ADAS Operation 5.1 Enable ADAS Calibration Function (For Initial Use) The ADAS feature on this diagnostic tool is disabled by default and user needs to activate this feature with the Activation Code (optional) before performing this function. Moreover, it also requires the diagnostic tool to work with the ADAS calibration tool manufactured by LAUNCH (calibration tools from other manufacturers will not be supported).
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY OVERVIEW 4. Scratch or scrap the designated area on the Activation Card to reveal the password, and input the 24-digit password to activate it. SETUP OPERATION FAQ 18 5. Now the ADAS function becomes accessible and is ready for use.
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual 5.2.1 Precondition for the use of the ADAS calibration tool • Vehicle system is working properly. SAFETY 5.2 General Operations for ADAS Calibration • Prepare X-431 ADAS Mobile / X-431 ADAS PRO calibration tool and vehiclespecific calibration reference pattern (sold separately). • Front & rear axle track is properly adjusted. 5.2.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com to manually finish it. SAFETY The following information demonstrates the basic procedures on how to perform ADAS calibration operations. Note: Before doing ADAS calibrations, plug the VCI dongle into the vehicle’s DLC port, then establish Bluetooth communication between the tablet and vehicle.
www.newsmartsafe.com SS LINK User Manual 5.3.2 ADAS System Scan The ADAS systems can be displayed in form of topology or list. Tap Start Scanning to start reading DTCs. After scanning is complete, tap the system displayed in red to view the existing DTCs, or tap the system functioning normally to perform other diagnostic functions. For details on diagnostic function, see Chapter 6.2.3. FAQ OPERATION Use this function to scan which ADAS systems are installed on the test vehicle.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY OVERVIEW 5.3.3 ADAS Calibration Function SETUP This option allows you to perform the ADAS calibration operation. In this case, X-431 ADAS Mobile / X-431 ADAS PRO calibration tool is required. The X-431 ADAS Mobile / X-431 ADAS PRO calibration tool is used to position the calibration targets with the vehicle. The tablet is mainly used to guide you through positioning the X-431 ADAS Mobile / X-431 ADAS PRO and providing the detailed calibration procedures.
SS LINK User Manual Carefully check the calibration notes and pre-calibration preparation. Swipe the screen from the bottom to view the hidden text if necessary. FAQ Tap the desired ADAS calibration tool (Take ADAS Mobile for example) to go to the next step. OPERATION SETUP Tap A5 Front Sensors Driver Assistance System, the following screen will appear: OVERVIEW SAFETY www.newsmartsafe.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com SAFETY OVERVIEW Tap Continue/Complete to go to the next step. SETUP OPERATION FAQ 24 Follow the on-screen prompts to position the ADAS Mobile until the following screen appears.
SS LINK User Manual FAQ Tap Continue/Complete to continue. OPERATION SETUP Tap Calibration to start calibrating. OVERVIEW SAFETY www.newsmartsafe.
SS LINK User Manual www.newsmartsafe.com Tap Continue/Complete to start writing data. SAFETY OVERVIEW Follow the on-screen instructions to measure the height H (from the tire contact surface to the wheel housing edge) of each wheel respectively, and input the actual measured values. SETUP OPERATION After inputting all measured values, tap OK to continue.