GT1 Working With Manual

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Vehicle Diagnosis System

Group Tester One (GT1)

Working with the GT1 — Version 2.1

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BMW Group Tester One, Working with the GT1

Version 2.1, December 2003

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Contents

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Contents

1

General Information....................................... 1-1

1.1

Safety Instructions .................................................1-1

1.2

Target Group of This Manual .................................1-2

2

Installing Software ........................................ 2-1

2.1

Enclosed or Delivered CDs ....................................2-1

2.2

Starting Operating Unit ..........................................2-1

2.3

Starting installation ................................................2-2

2.3.1

Setting Up System with Installation CD .................2-2

2.3.2

Installing Base CD..................................................2-3

2.3.3

Installing Program CD ............................................2-7

2.3.4

Only or first Program CD........................................2-8

2.3.5

Follow-Up CD ........................................................2-9

2.3.6

Separate CIP CD..................................................2-10

2.4

Installing TIS ........................................................2-10

3

Network Configuration .................................. 3-1

3.1

Introduction............................................................3-1

3.2

GT1 Network Configuration ...................................3-1

3.3

Connection Types, Diagnostic Head –

Operating Unit........................................................3-2

3.4

Completion of Commissioning ...............................3-2

4

Operation....................................................... 4-1

4.1

Display Elements ...................................................4-1

4.2

Changing Applications ...........................................4-5

4.3

Diagnosis ...............................................................4-5

4.4

Measurement System ............................................4-6

4.5

Coding/Programming.............................................4-8

4.6

Administration ........................................................4-9

4.7

Technical Information System (TIS)......................4-10

4.8

Help .....................................................................4-10

4.9

Measuring Cable..................................................4-12

4.10

Battery .................................................................4-13

4.11

Switching Off .......................................................4-13

4.11.1

Shutting Down the System...................................4-13

4.11.2

Forced Switch-off ................................................4-14

5

Troubleshooting............................................. 5-1

5.1

Faults: Symptoms/Causes .....................................5-1

5.1.1

Self-test .................................................................5-1

5.1.2

Control Panel .........................................................5-2

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5.1.3

Touch Screen.........................................................5-3

5.1.4

Plug-in Connections .............................................5-4

5.1.5

Battery ...................................................................5-4

5.1.6

Printer ....................................................................5-5

5.1.7

Docking Station......................................................5-6

5.1.8

Diagnostic Head ....................................................5-7

5.1.9

Accessories ...........................................................5-8

5.2

Fault Codes............................................................5-9

6

Forms and Addresses .................................... 6-1

6.1

Online Registration ................................................6-1

6.2

Forms for Registration / Fault Reports...................6-1

6.3

Service Addresses .................................................6-2

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Terms and Abbreviations ............................... 7-1

7.1

Definitions ..............................................................7-1

7.2

List of Abbreviations ..............................................7-4

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General Information

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General Information

The "Working with the GT1" manual contains all of the infor-

mation required for software installation, network administration

and connection of the diagnostic head for use in accordance

with the intended purpose of the vehicle diagnosis system Group

Tester One, hereinafter referred to as GT1.
It supplements the "Components and Functions" manual, in

which you will find all the information regarding the hardware

components and first-time commissioning.
Both manuals ("Components and Functions", "Working with

the GT1") are to view as a whole. They address technically qual-

ified personnel who have relevant knowledge in the field of vehi-

cle diagnosis and measuring systems.

Knowledge of and technically flawless implementation of the

safety instructions and warnings contained in both manuals are

a prerequisite for safe commissioning and for safety during op-

eration and maintenance of the GT1.
So that the manuals remain easy to understand, they do not con-

tain details of all versions of the described operating modes

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and are unable to take account of every conceivable case of

commissioning, operation or maintenance and service.
It can also be the case that the content of the screen displays

shown deviates slightly from what is shown on the operating

unit.

1.1

Safety Instructions

Read and comply with the safety instructions for the GT1. The

general safety instructions can be found after the table of con-

tents of the "Components and Functions" manual; specific

safety instructions can be found at the relevant points in both

manuals.

1. The glossary arrow indicates that the marked expression is explained in

chapter 8.

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Target Group of This Manual

This manual is addressed to the users and/or system administra-

tors who carry out the initial installation, implement version

changes on the GT1 or adapt it to an existing dealership net-

work. It is intended to help you to enable smooth and reliable op-

eration of the Group Tester One in your workshop and network

environment.

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Installing Software

2.1

Enclosed or Delivered CDs

A number of CD-ROMs, which you require for the initial installa-

tion, are shipped with the GT1.

The installation is always performed in the order Installation CD,

Base CD, Program CD.

Note
Only run the installation in this order. Future versions of the Pro-

gram CD might consist of a number of media. These CDs are

clearly labeled as initial or follow-on CD. A CD delivery can also

contain special Program CDs, e.g. CIP CD.

When handling CDs, observe the instructions of operation of the

DVD drive (see DVD inclinations in the "Components and

Functions" manual).

2.2

Starting Operating Unit

Start the operating unit in the stationary mode as follows:

set the operating unit reception point of the docking station to

the DVD inclination. Switch the operating unit on by pressing the

on/off button on the front.

Fig. 2-1 Position of the on/off button on the block of controls

Installation CD

yellow cover with the lettering "Installation

GT1"

Base CD

red lettering "GT1 Base"

Program CD

black lettering "GT1 Programs"

CIP CD

Program CD for the applications Coding,

Individualization, Programming as of E65

(as of CD 30)

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2.3

Starting installation

2.3.1

Setting Up System with Installation CD

Fig. 2-2

Example: CD installation GT1

1. Open the DVD drive by pressing its eject button.
2. If present, remove the transportation lock.
3. Insert the yellow CD labeled "Installation GT1". Ensure that

you comply with the instructions for operation of the DVD

drive.

4. Close the drive.
5. Press the on/off button and hold it down for 5 seconds so that

the operating unit switches off again.

6. Press the on/off button again so that the operating unit

switches itself on again. The hard disk of the GT1 is now pre-

pared for installation of the operating system.

While the installation is running, various messages appear on the

touch screen; you can ignore these.
The installation is complete when the operating unit issues the

message:
Please insert CD "GT1 Base", switch off and on the com-

puter

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2.3.2

Installing Base CD

The next step is to install the Base CD as follows:
1. Open the DVD drive again and take out the "Installation GT1"

CD. Insert the Base CD labeled "GT1 Base".

2. Close the drive.
3. Press the on/off button and hold it down for 5 seconds so that

the operating unit switches off again.

Note
If you have inadvertently inserted the wrong CD, the following

message appears on the touch screen:
This is the wrong installation CD!

Please replace current CD by the basic installation CD!

Switch off and on again the system!

The installation of the operating system is continued now. It

takes approx. 20 minutes. While the installation is running, vari-

ous messages appear on the touch screen; you can ignore

these. The installation is complete when the operating unit is-

sues the message:
End of cdinstall !!!
Please remove the CD !!!!!!!!!

and switch the system off and on again to continue
system halted

4. Open the DVD drive again and take out the Base CD.

Press the on/off button and hold it down for 5 seconds so that

the operating unit switches off again.

5. Press the on/off button again so that the operating unit

switches itself on again. Powering up is completed when the

"Language selection/Dealer identification" window appears

on the touch screen.

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Fig. 2-3

Language selection/Dealer identification (prior to language selec-
tion)

Setting the

language

You can also scroll the list line by line. If you click on the "Down

arrow" ( ) button on the scrollbar, the list moves one line up-

wards; if you click on the "Up arrow" ( ), it scrolls downwards

again by one line.
Click on your language in the "Language" list. The selected line

is now inverted, i.e. the text is highlighted and has a dark se-

lection bar. The screen display changes to the following window

(see fig. 2-4):

Fig. 2-4

Language selection/Dealer identification (after language selection,
with sample input)

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Note
If you have inadvertently set the wrong language, you should

change the selection now before you enter your dealer identifi-

cation. If you change the language later, any data entered up to

that point is lost!
You can return to the language input by pressing the "Back"

button at the bottom left of the touch screen. It is identified by

a green arrow pointing to the left.

Setting the

country

Select the country in which you are operating the GT1 in the

"Country" selection list.

Entering the

dealer

identification

To the right of the selection list, you will now find the input fields

for the dealer identification and in the lower section of the win-

dow a virtual keyboard. Use this to enter your dealer identifi-

cation, consisting of three parts: the dealer number ("Dlr. no."),

the company designation and the company address. The touch

screen provides a separate entry field for each part.
1. Press the "Dlr. no." field.
2. Press the virtual keys to enter your dealer number. The keys

react to contact with the touch screen in the same way as a

normal computer keyboard.

Note
You can use the "Backspace" key marked with an arrow pointing

to the left to delete input errors in order to continue with im-

proved inputs. Bear in mind that the keyboard input is reset to

lower case following entry of an upper case letter via the previ-

ously touched "Shift" key.

3. Click in the "Company designation" field and enter your com-

pany name in the same way. The "Return/Enter" key, marked

by an arrow pointing down towards the left, changes to the

next line.

4. Click in the "Address" field and enter your address.

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Important
Please ensure that the settings of the dealer number and host

name are correct (for host name, see Network Administration)!
In cases of doubt, please obtain this information from your local

service provider. The service provider knows the data and can

issue it!
The dealer number match that in the DISPlus, if this device is de-

ployed at your dealership!
Make sure that you check your input! After saving, you can only

change the dealer identification by re-installing the Base CD!

5. At the top border of the touch screen, press the "End" button.

A small pull-down menu containing a number of buttons

opens up.

6. Press the "End" button. There is now a save query in which

you can still cancel the saving of the dealer identification if

necessary.

7. If you confirm with "Yes", the operating unit saves your dealer

identification. The GT1 reboots. The so-called start window

then appears, and it looks the same as or similar to the one

shown here.

Fig. 2-5

Start window (example)

Note
The buttons "TIS", "Diagnosis", "Measuring system" and "Cod-

ing/Program." are only enabled after the diagnostic programs

have been loaded from the Program CD.

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2.3.3

Installing Program CD

Fig. 2-6

Preparing installation of the Program CD

Check the "CD drive allocation" field. If the "GT1 Programs" CD

is already in the DVD drive, the output "CD 1 active" and the title

of the CD must be displayed in the in the "CD drive allocation"

window.

Note
If the drive CD 1 is shown as "not active", it can be assumed that

the "GT1 Programs" CD is no longer in the DVD drive. Its eject

button is enabled; the "Activate CD", "Deactivate CD" and

"Change CD" buttons are disabled. Insert the "GT1 Programs"

CD and close the DVD drive.
In the "CD drive allocation" window, press the line "CD drive 1".

The line is inverted and the "Activate CD" button is enabled.
Press the "Activate CD" button. The title of the CD appears in the

"CD drive allocation" window; the "Activate CD" button is dis-

abled; the eject button of the CD-drive is disabled.

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2.3.4

Only or first Program CD

In the "DIS" column, press the "Installation" button. The window

shown below appears:

Fig. 2-7 Password entry

Note
Makes sure that you press the right button. The "TIS" column

also contains a button of the same name; at this stage, however,

it would produce an error message!

1. Use the displayed virtual keypad to enter your password.

This corresponds to the last five digits of your dealer number.

2. Then confirm the input with the "OK" button. A confirmation

prompt now appears on the touch screen, allowing you to

check once again whether the correct program CD has been

inserted.

3. Confirm with "OK". The installation of the diagnostic program

now begins. This can take up to 40 minutes. During this time,

you will see a window on the touch screen which gradually

fills up with large "XXX". When the installation is complete,

the operating unit issues a message that you can confirm

with the "OK" button. The message disappears and the "Ad-

ministration" window is displayed once again.

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2.3.5

Follow-Up CD

If you have received more than one Program CD, the follow-up

CD for the Program CD (designation CD 2/2) must be inserted in

accordance with the instructions on the touch screen.

Note
The installation of a follow-up CD is handled as if you are per-

forming a separate installation of a Program CD. A window on

the touch screen informs you that a follow-up CD has to be in-

stalled and you have to confirm this message with "OK".

1. In the "CD drive allocation" window, press the line "CD

drive 1".

The line is inverted and the "Deactivate CD" button is en-

abled.

Press the "Deactivate CD" button. The text "not active" ap-

pears in the "CD drive allocation" window. The DVD drive is

enabled.

2. Remove the CD labeled CD1 from the DVD drive and insert

the CD labeled CD2.

Close the DVD drive.

In the "CD drive allocation" window, press the line "CD

drive 1".

The line is inverted and the "Activate CD" button is enabled.

Press the "Activate CD" button. The title of the CD appears in

the "CD drive allocation" window; the "Activate CD" button is

disabled; the eject button of the CD-drive is disabled.

Proceed with the installation as described at 2.5.1.

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2.3.6

Separate CIP CD

From CD 30, the CIP CD is supplied as a separate CD. Install this

in the same way as a program update CD by using the "Update"

button.

Fig. 2-8

Example: label separate Program CD CIP

2.4

Installing TIS

In addition to the DIS base system and the DIS programs, the

Technical Information System (TIS) is also available to you. It is

supplied on a separate Installation CD. Install the "TIS" CD as

follows:
1. In the "CD drive allocation" window, press the line "CD

drive 1". The "Deactivate CD" and "Change CD" buttons are

enabled.

2. Press the "Change CD" button. The eject button of the DVD

drive is enabled. A message appears asking you to insert a

new CD.

3. Remove the Program CD and insert the "TIS" CD in the DVD

drive. Be sure to observe the instructions for operation of the

DVD drive (see "Components and Functions" manual).

Confirm the prompt by pressing the "OK" button.

4. In the "TIS" column, press the "Installation" button. Now se-

lect installation on hard disk in the dialog that appears and

confirm with "OK". The installation now runs automatically. It

can take up to 2 hours. When the installation is complete, the

operating unit issues a message that you can confirm with

the "OK" button. The message disappears and the "Adminis-

tration" window is displayed once again.

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Completing the

installation

When all the installations have been completed, conclude the

operation as follows:
1. In the "CD drive allocation" window, press the line "CD

drive 1". The line is inverted and the "Deactivate CD" and

"Change CD" are enabled.

2. Press the "Deactivate CD" button. The eject button of the

DVD drive is enabled.

3. Remove the CD from the DVD drive.
The next step is to configure the network settings of the

GT1.

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Network Configuration

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Network Configuration

3.1

Introduction

The features of the Group Tester One measuring and diagnosis

system include not only its mobility and wide variety of functions,

but also network capability, providing a large number of commu-

nication options.

Fig. 3-1

GT1 network technology

3.2

GT1 Network Configuration

In order to be able to use these possibilities and to guarantee commu-
nication of your GT1 with the various participants in the network, e.g.
the diagnostic head, the OPPS or a network printer, it must be possible
to uniquely identify the devices in the network.

As expansions have meanwhile been introduced in several perfor-
mance levels for the use of the diagnosis and programming systems
DISPlus, GT1, SSS, OPPS/OPS and DH in a network, these functions
and services are summarized in a separate set of documentation.
Please read through this information provided on the documentation
CD in the description "

Full Network Functionality" very carefully be-

fore you integrate the GT1 in the network or produce a connection to a
DH/OPPS/OPS.

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Note

During all configuration measures, observe the current information on
the

Full Network Functionality included on the documentation CD as

separate instructions.

3.3

Connection Types, Diagnostic Head –

Operating Unit

From CD 34 there are additional options for connecting the diag-

nostic head to the operating unit or the docking station.

• LAN cable – direct connection (peer-to-peer)
• USB LAN cable – direct connection
• Radio direct connection
• LAN cable – connection via switch
• USB LAN cable – connection via switch
• LAN cable – radio connection via switch and access

point

Note

During all configuration measures, observe the current information on
the

Full Network Functionality included on the documentation CD as

separate instructions.

3.4

Completion of Commissioning

When you complete the commissioning of the GT1, press the

"End" button in the "Services" bar and then the "Exit" button that

appears.
The start window is displayed again. In a manner of speaking,

this is the control center. From here, you can call up all the op-

erating modes of the GT1,e.g.:
• Diagnosis
• Measurement system
• Coding / Programming
• Administration
• TIS
• Help
Details of the operating modes can be found in section 4.2.

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Operation

This chapter describes the general use of the operating unit and

calling up the individual operating modes. A detailed descrip-

tion of the operating modes and their practical application can

be found in the corresponding documentation.

4.1

Display Elements

Simple Operation

The GT1 is operated via the touch screen. Displays with infor-

mation, queries, documents and buttons that trigger functions

and actions appear on the touch screen.

Fig. 4-1

Display elements of a window (example)

1 Title bar
2 Button
3 " Services" bar
4 Workspace
5

Selection bar

6 Dialog box
7 Scrollbar
8

Navigation bar

2
1

3
4

5
6

7

8

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Window

The graphic displays on the touch screen are referred to as

windows or also masks. They display all the information and

control functions.
Windows usually have the same structure: bars of buttons at the

top and bottom borders for control in the individual operating

modes; the middle (and largest) section is the workspace where

you can make selections or enter data. Smaller dialog boxes that

contain special messages or prompts can be superimposed on

the main window.

Title bar (1)

The title bar indicates which operating mode and in which win-

dow you are currently working.

Button (2)

In each window, different buttons appear, and you can use these

to select the various functions.
You can see from the color of the button whether it is enabled. If

it is dark and the screen surface appears concave (relief), it has

been pressed and/or enabled.

"Services"

button (3)

The "Services" bar contains a number of buttons which, when

pressed, each open up a pull-down menu containing other

buttons. On the right border of this line is the "Help" button (see

Section 4.7).

Workspace (4)

The workspace comprises the largest section of the user inter-

face. Depending on the operating mode, the display changes.

Note
The content of the workspace illustrated in this manual is intend-

ed as an example and it is not necessarily identical to the content

of your touch screen.
In the start window, the start graphic (splash screen) appears in-

stead of the workspace; to the right is the "Program selection",

whose buttons you can use to call up the individual operating

modes.

Pressed button
You have pressed this button

or it is already enabled. As

soon as you are no longer

touching the touch screen, the

desired command is run.

Non-pressed button
You can see this button on the

touch screen, but you have not

pressed it.

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Selection bar (5)

If you select a line in a field of the workspace, this is highlighted

by a dark selection bar (inverted). The selected section of text is

made bright. In most cases, the next window opens as soon as

you let go of the touch screen. If this does not happen, the oper-

ating unit might be offering you the possibility to select a number

of lines. Select all the lines you require. To then enter the next

window, press the "Next" button in the navigation bar.

Dialog box (6)

A dialog box is a small window that is superimposed on the main

window. Here, the operating unit displays supplementary infor-

mation, operating options and error messages so that you are

able to perform the next steps in the selected program.

Note
As long as a dialog box is open, you cannot press the buttons of

the main window. First, you must press a button in the dialog box

to close it.

The following buttons, among others, can appear in dialog

boxes:

Table 4-1

Buttons of the dialog box (selection)

Help also appears in a dialog box. For operation of the online

Help, see Section 4.8.

Scrollbar (7)

If it is not possible for the entire text to be displayed in a window,

a scroll bar appears on its right side. This consists of a slider and

two arrows. The length of the slider shows you whether a small

or large document is involved. The smaller the slider, the larger

the amount of the document that has not yet been displayed.
To be able to read the text, touch the slider and move it upwards

or downwards. This makes the desired text visible. You can also

scroll the text line by line. If you click on the "down arrow" ( )

button on the scrollbar, the text moves one line upwards; if you

click on the "up arrow" ( ), it scrolls downwards again by one

line.

Button

Meaning

Cancel

You cancel an operation and are returned to the
previous window or box.

Exit

You terminate all operating modes and are re-
turned to the start window.

OK

You use "OK" to confirm the procedure or a dialog.

Close

The dialog window is closed.

Overview

A selection list is displayed, where you can select
the desired text or operation.

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Navigation bar (8) The navigation bar is located in the lower section of the window.

You can use the buttons in this bar to call up navigation func-

tions. The navigation bar provides space for up to nine different

buttons. The number actually displayed depends on the type of

window and its current mode. You can press the desired button

so that the GT1 runs the corresponding command.
The navigation bar contains the following basic functions; these

are supplemented by other functions in the individual operating

modes:

Table 4-2

Some Functions of the Navigation Bar

The cursor follows your input on the touch screen and always in-

dicates the position you last pressed. Depending on the current

function, it assumes various shapes.

Cursor

Table 4-3

Shapes of the Cursor

Button

Function

You can use the "Back" button to cancel or termi-
nate a function that is running or to return to the
previous window.
You can use the "Go to" button to return to win-
dows you have already been through so that you
can make new input there. If you press this button,
a

pull-up menu appears with a list of the win-

dows you worked in previously.
You use the "Next" button to accept the choice
made and to move to the next window.

Shape

Function

Note

The "arrow" is the shape of

the cursor you use to select
functions or buttons.

The "hourglass" appears
when the GT1 is processing

your input.

During this display, no other
entry can be made. Wait until

the cursor returns to the arrow
shape.

If the cursor assumes the
shape of a "no entry sign", you
cannot enter anything at this
position on the touch screen.

Move the cursor back to a po-
sition where an entry is possi-
ble. There, it assumes the
shape of an arrow again.

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4.2

Changing Applications

The individual operating modes are called up using the buttons

on the right border of the start window. From one operating

mode, you can normally use the buttons of the navigation bar,

the "Services" button or the "Change" button to switch to other

operating modes and return to the original operating mode.

4.3

Diagnosis

First, ensure that there is a diagnosis connection to the vehicle.

The ignition lock must be in position 2 (ignition on); the system

voltage must be at least 9 Volts. If you now press the "Diagnosis"

button in the start window, the following window is displayed:

Fig. 4-2

Diagnosis Start (Example)

In the "Diagnosis" operating mode, you can reach various strat-

egies for troubleshooting. These can be used individually or

combined and can be defined as follows:
1. Troubleshooting on the basis of fault codes read out of con-

trol units

2. Troubleshooting on the basis of fault symptoms reported by

the vehicle owner, filtered and entered by you

3. Troubleshooting on the basis of your own considerations

(Expert mode) and choice of the suspicious component

group.

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4.4

Measurement System

If you press the "Measurement system" button in the start

window, the "Multimeter" window is displayed as standard

(Fig. 6-3). Using the navigation bar, you can switch to the tech-

nical measuring functions "Counter", "Oscilloscope setting" and

"Preset measurements".

Fig. 4-3

Measurement System Multimeter

Multimeter

In the "Multimeter" window, you can use the multimeter of the

GT1 as a free measuring instrument. You can set the following

parameters manually:
• Measurement function (e.g. voltage or current)
• Measuring connection (e.g. multifunction cable 1)
• Measurement type (DC voltage, AC voltage)
• Measuring range (corresponding to the signal).
The measured value is displayed as a numerical value with unit

and as an analog bar.
The following additional special functions are available if the cor-

responding button is enabled:
• Freeze image (the measured value currently displayed is fro-

zen on the touch screen; other measurements are not dis-

played)

• Minimum/Maximum (as long as this button is pressed, the

measured extreme values are also displayed)

• System voltage/speed (as long as this button is pressed, the

system voltage and speed are displayed. The diagnostic

cable must be connected to the vehicle).

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Counter

In the "Counter" window, you can "count" electrical signals in

relation to time. You can set the following parameters manually:
• Measuring connection (e.g. multifunction cable 1)
• Measurement type (DC voltage, AC voltage)
• Measuring range (corresponding to the signal).
The measured value is displayed as a numerical value and as an

analog bar. The following measured values can be counted:
• Frequency (periods per second in Hz)
• Period duration (duration of a repeating signal sequence)
• Pulse duration (duration of a pulse from a signal sequence),
• Pulse duty factor (ratio of pulses and the pause between two

pulses).

Oscilloscope

In order to be able to cover the extent of the possible default set-

tings conveniently, the navigation bar first takes you to the "Os-

cilloscope setting" window. Here, you can set the parameters to

be used to display the recorded signals graphically as signal

curves. The labeling of the "Oscilloscope setting" button chang-

es here to "Oscilloscope display". With this button, you can

switch to the window of the same name and have the measured

curve displayed there if you have made the following settings for

channel A as required:
• Measuring connection (channel A)
• Measurement type (DC, AC voltage)
• Measuring range (automatic or manual)
• Frequency range (time basis)
• Trigger edge (rising, falling)
To measure the signals, there are two cursors.

Preset

Measurements

The "Preset measurements" window offers you a choice in which

a series of measurements of selected scope is defined (preset)

for certain functions.
Measuring instrument, measurement function, measuring con-

nection, measurement type and measuring range are set for

these frequently used functions and cannot be changed.

Note
In comparison to the DISplus, there are certain differences in the

adaptation of the measuring cable for "preset measurements" of

the GT1. Please follow the instructions precisely in each case.
If relevant, please use the help provided for the corresponding

window.

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4.5

Coding/Programming

The GT1 can be used to code and recode control units. The cod-

ing program is called up in the start window using the "Coding/

Programming" button. The window shown below appears:

Fig. 4-4

Coding/Programming SELECTION

Select a function in the menu that appears. Follow the instruc-

tions that are then displayed precisely, and confirm execution

with the buttons "Yes", "OK" or "Next".

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4.6

Administration

The "Administration" operating mode is used for internal admin-

istration of the GT1. Here, you can adapt its settings to your

needs.
You open the Administration using the button of the same name

in the start window and reach the window shown below. This of-

fers you all the available functions in the form of other buttons,

e.g. connection setup via diagnostic head, network configuration

or setting the date and time. The functions made available to you

by Administration depend on the extent of the installed software.

Fig. 4-5

Administration mask

Select a function. Follow the instructions that are then displayed

precisely, and confirm execution with the buttons "Yes", "OK" or

"Next" or cancel the operation.

Note

The administration mask has changed with the introduction of the full network
functionality. Please read the documentation "Full Network Functionality" for
information on the expansion.

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4.7

Technical Information System (TIS)

You reach the Technical Information System by pressing the

"TIS" button in the DIS start window. The window shown below

appears:

Fig. 4-6

Start window for TIS

You can open the TIS from other operating modes by pressing

the "Change" button in the navigation bar and then the "TIS" but-

ton. You can use the "Back" button to return from there to the

original application.

4.8

Help

You can use the "Help" function to call up context-related or

general instructions and explanations of functions. The online

"Help" is not a substitute for the Operating Manual, but it can

provide assistance in workshop use if there is uncertainty re-

garding the operation of windows and buttons without your hav-

ing to consult the Operating Manual.

Starting Help

The "Help" button appears in every window of the GT1. It is al-

ways located in the top right of the touch screen. Press it if you

need information on the function of a window or button.
As long as the "Help" button appears as enabled, the GT1 re-

mains in the "Help" function. You cannot change any setting or

selection there. If you press a button on the touch screen sur-

face, the operating unit displays the Help text that explains the

function of the selected screen element.

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You exit from the "Help" function by pressing the pressed "Help"

button a second time.

Help Contents

When the "Help" function is started, the "Help Contents" dialog

appears. This provides a list with one or more topics for which

brief information is available (see Fig. 6-7).

Fig. 4-7

Help Contents

A selection bar indicates your currently selected topic. You can

move the bar on the touch screen to any list entry; the corre-

sponding topic is opened as soon as you let go of the touch

screen.

Help is activated -

the button is pressed

Help is not activated

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4.9

Measuring Cable

Connect the connector plug of the relevant measuring cable to

the Base measurement system/vehicle electrical system socket.

In doing so, ensure that the red guide points on the connector

and socket are facing one another.

Fig. 4-8

Correct Handling of a Measuring Cable, MFK1 as an Example

Caution
When disconnecting, only grip the plug-in connections at the

connector housing. Never pull the cable directly; it can be dam-

aged otherwise. To disconnect a connector plug from the testing

device, pull the locking sleeve of the connector upwards and si-

multaneously pull the connector from the socket. The connec-

tors have no thread; violent twisting can lead to damage.

Red
guide
dots

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4.10

Battery

The integrated battery enables mobile operation of the operating

unit for up to 2.5 hours. Information in its charge condition can

be called up in almost every window. The "Services" bar con-

tains an analog display on the right, representing the charge of

the battery.

Fig. 4-9

"Services" Bar with Display of the Charge Status (Arrow)

4.11

Switching Off

To terminate your work with the GT1, press the on/off switch.

Depending on how long the button is pressed, the GT1 is shut

down in one of two ways.

4.11.1 Shutting Down the System

Briefly (approx. 2 seconds) press the on/off switch until an

acoustic signal sounds. The shutdown procedure takes approx.

2 minutes and ends with the touch screen and LED 1 going out.

During this period, you can see an arrow pointing downwards

bearing the following text:
System is coming down.
Switching off the GT1 does not interrupt the battery charging

process. The LED "Battery" also lights up when the operating

unit is switched off, provided it is connected to an external power

supply. It goes out when the battery is fully charged.

Note
A window with the following message appears on the touch

screen: Confirm with OK of you want to switch off or Cancel if

not. This window disappears after a short period if you make no

entry.

Note

The information in the line with the battery indicator has changed as part of the
introduction of the network full functionality. Please read the documentation
"Full Network Functionality".

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4.11.2 Forced Switch-off

If a fault occurs during operation, and this means that the oper-

ating modes can no longer be operated correctly, you can termi-

nate your work on the GT1 using the forced switch-off and then

restart.
To do so, press the on/off switch for longer than 5 seconds. The

current to the operating unit is cut off.

Caution
A forced switch-off is necessary after a new installation of the

Base CD in accordance with Section 2. Only use it in emergen-

cies when a proper shutdown is not possible, as otherwise there

could be a danger that the installed software becomes inconsis-

tent and has to be newly installed.

Note
In the case of forced switch-off as well, the prompt "Do you really

want to switch off the tester?" appears if the system can still out-

put this message despite the fault situation which has occurred.

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5

Troubleshooting

The GT1 is a product of SIEMENS. It was inspected before it left the
factory. Carefully selected components and maintenance of numerous
quality controls guarantee high resistance of the GT1. Should a fault
occur in spite of this, please consult the instructions in this chapter be-
fore contacting the Customer Service responsible.
Faults that can occur on the GT1 can be divided into the following
groups:

Faults caused by environmental influences: ambient temperature,
(aggressive) moisture, dust, soot, grease, flying sparks, mains sup-
ply, transformers, large electric motors, radio-control systems, vi-
bration.

Faults on the GT1: control panel, docking station, diagnostic head,
cables and other accessories such as keyboard.

Please attempt to determine the fault and localize it as precisely as pos-
sible. Follow the suggested solutions provided and perform all the rec-
ommended measures if possible.

Note

If the fault which has occurred cannot be rectified with the measures
described, contact the SIEMENS Hotline by phone. The telephone
number of the Hotline responsible for you is contained in the documen-
tation "SERVICE ADDRESSES". In cases where practical, you can pre-
pare a Fault Report Fax. The fax number is also contained in the
documentation "SERVICE ADDRESSES".

5.1

Faults: Symptoms/Causes

5.1.1

Self-test

After switching on, the GT1 automatically runs a self-test. It is ready for
operation when the start window is displayed and operation via the
touch screen is possible.

Note

This self-test is not identical to the self-test that can be called up in the
"Administration" operating mode (see section 4.6).
If you receive error messages after this self-test, then send a Fault Re-
port Fax following clarification by phone with the SIEMENS Hotline.

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5.1.2

Control Panel

Note

The voltage supply of the operating unit cannot be measured at the
open docking contact, as the voltage is only applied with the docking
action by means of a proximity switch.

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

The system "crashes";
the hourglass no longer

changes back to the
cursor arrow; no opera-
tion possible.

Internal error

If "normal" switching off is not possible, use
a forced switch-off (press the on/off switch

for approx. 5 seconds) to switch the oper-
ating unit off and on again.

with the operating unit
docked, the LED "Oper-
ation" lights up orange.

Power supply of the
docking station inter-
rupted.

Check whether there is power supply volt-
age. Insert the power supply plug correctly.

Operating unit is not
supplied with power via
the docking contact.

Check the spring contacts for soiling or
foreign bodies.
To set up a correct connection, undock and

then re-dock the operating unit two or three
times. See also
If no faults can be determined, send a Fault

Report Fax.

LED "Temperature"
lights up red; operating

unit switches itself off.

Internal temperature
monitoring has been

activated.

Take the operating unit to a cool room and
allow it to cool down adequately. Switching

on the operating unit again.
If the LED "Temperature" lights up without
the presence of a high ambient tempera-

ture, send a Fault Report Fax.

LED "Battery" flashes
yellow on startup for

10 seconds; operating
unit does not start.

After self-shutdown of
the operating unit, there

is still excess tempera-
ture.

Take the operating unit to a cool room and
allow it to cool down adequately. Switching

on the operating unit again.
If the LED "Battery" flashes yellow without
the presence of a high ambient tempera-

ture, send a Fault Report Fax.

System does not power
up completely; gets

'stuck' with an error
message.

Internal run error

Switch the operating unit off (press the on/
off switch for 5 seconds = forced switch-

off) and on again.
If the system still hangs, reinstallation of the
Base CD is necessary.
If this fault occurs repeatedly, send a Fault
Report Fax.

After complete dis-
charge and docking at
the docking station, the
system does not power

up

Deep discharge of the
battery

After a deep discharge and docking at the
docking station, the system can only be
powered up after approx. 3 minutes.

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Caution

The

forced switch-off may only be used in the case of special faults. Other-

wise, the operating system can be destroyed and require a new installation!
The

only proper way to shut down the GT1 is by pressing the on/off switch for

approx. 2 seconds (see section 4.11.1).

5.1.3

Touch Screen

Important!

Only use your finger or the supplied touch-pen to operate the touch screen!

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

The cursor does not

react (does not follow
finger contact).

Touch controller

defective or system
'crashed'.

Switch the operating unit off (press the

on/off switch for 5 seconds = forced
switch-off) and on again.
If the fault persists or occurs more

frequently, send a Fault Report Fax.

The touch screen
remains dark; no error

message by means of
LED.

Touch screen in the
energy-saving mode.

No fault. The screen image reappears when
the touch screen is touched.

Backlighting failure.

If you glance sideways at the touch screen,
you can detect vague characters.
Send a Fault Report Fax.

The cursor arrow is not
located beneath the
point of touch (touch
offset).

Touch controller
incorrectly set.

The touch controller must be calibrated: in
the "Administration" window, press the
"Calibrate touch screen" button, enter the
password and follow the instructions that
are displayed.
If this does not eliminate the deviation,
send a Fault Report Fax.

Wrong color of pixels

Individual transistors
defective.

Individual pixels of the wrong color are
tolerable. If entire screen lines or columns
are the wrong color, send a Fault Report
Fax.

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5.1.4

Plug-in Connections

Important!

Never use force to insert connectors. The connectors of the mea-
suring and diagnostic cables are marked with a red point that must be
facing a corresponding point on the relevant socket. This is the only
way you can establish a connection!

5.1.5

Battery

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

50 A current clip cannot
be connected.

Connectors of the
current clip do not fit in

the socket.

Use the size 2 adapter.

Cable connection via
LAN interface to diag-

nostic head interrupted.

Plug-in connections of
LAN adapter defective.

Check that the plug-in connections are
correctly seated and undamaged. Check

whether the plug-in connection has been
set up via the LAN operating unit adapter
(uncrossed) and the LAN operating unit
adapter (crossed).

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

LED "Operation" flashes
orange (battery symbol
in the masks is dark).

No power supply,
battery charge is too
low.

Charge the battery by docking at the
docking station (FP).

LED "Battery" lights up
yellow; LED "Operation"
lights up green.

Operating unit switched
on, power supply, bat-
tery being charged.

No fault.

LED "Operation" lights
up alone and green.

Operating unit switched
on, power supply, bat-
tery is charged.

No fault.

LED "Operation" lights
up alone and orange.

Operating unit switched
on, battery power sup-
ply.

No fault.

LED "Battery" lights up
alone and yellow.

Operating unit switched
off, power supply Bat-
tery being charged.

No fault.

LED "Operation" flashes
orange; device does not
power up in battery
mode.
Message: Warning:

Low power......

Battery is too weak.

Charge the battery by docking at the
docking station.

Battery mode does not
work (LED "Battery" is

dark).

Battery defective.

Remove the battery in accordance with the
"Components and Functions" manual

and check the battery voltage. There must
be 12 Volts between the red and black bat-
tery cable. If it can no longer be charged,
replace it in accordance with the "Compo-

nents and Functions" manual.

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5.1.6

Printer

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

Local printer does not
print.

Printer connected to
docking station, operat-

ing unit undocked.

Dock the operating unit or insert the USB
cable of the printer in the operating unit.

Check that the connection is correctly
seated.

Printer defective.

In the "Administration" window, press the

"Self-test" button and in the menu that
appears select the "Print test - individual
test" function. The printer should print a
page with the heading "PS". If this does not
occur, check the cable connection to the
printer.

Network printer does
not print.

Network printer con-
nected to docking
station via LAN cable,

operating unit un-
docked.

Dock the operating unit.

Cable connection to

diagnostic head estab-
lished.

Break the cable connection to the diagnos-

tic head and establish a connection to the
network printer (see section 3.2).

Printer defective.

In the "Administration" window, press the

"Self-test" button and in the menu that
appears select the "Print test - individual
test" function. The printer should print a
page with the heading "PS". If this does not
occur, check whether the correct IP ad-
dress of the printer is entered in the

"Administration - Network configuration"
window.

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5.1.7

Docking Station

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

No power supply of the
operating unit (LED

"Operation" does not
light up green on dock-
ing when switched on).

No power supply or
power supply plug

disconnected.

Insert the power supply plug. Press the
on/off switch.

Docking contacts
soiled.

Carefully clean the contacts at the docking
station with a lint-free cloth.

Foreign body prevents
perfect contact of the
plug-in contacts.

Remove the foreign body.

Proximity switch is
defective, does not
switch the voltage

through.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

Power supply unit
defective.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

LED defective.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

LED "Battery" does not
light up orange when
switched off.

Battery is fully charged. No fault.

Docking contacts
soiled.

Carefully clean the contacts at the docking
station with a lint-free cloth.

Power supply unit
defective.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

LED defective.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

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5.1.8

Diagnostic Head

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

No connection possible
(LED 1 on diagnostic

head is dark).

No power supply of the
diagnostic head via

vehicle electrical sys-
tem.

First check the plug-in contact of the
diagnostic cable BMW or OBD and its

connection with the vehicle.
Switch the ignition on.
If the LED still does not light up, send a
Fault Report Fax.

Connection to the
diagnostic head not
possible or faulty (LED 2
flashes yellow); no
diagnostic head is

recognized (see
"Administration, Diag-
nostic head allocation "
window). The diagnos-
tic head cannot be
connected.

Disrupting influence
due to excessively large
distance to vehicle; in
the case of radio link,
also due to exterior

radio sources or
absorption.

Check the correct connection of the cables
at the diagnostic head.
Change the location of the diagnostic head,
if necessary also of the operating unit.
If this does not remedy the fault, change the

connection type.
If no connection can be set up, send a Fault
Report Fax.

Diagnostic head
software faulty.

Perform a reinstallation.

Incorrect IP address on
changing the diagnostic
head.

Check the IP address in the "Administra-
tion, Network configuration" window.

Radio card in the
diagnostic head defec-
tive.

If possible, use the second diagnostic head
to check the radio link. If the connection
can be established, the card in the first
diagnostic head is defective. Send a Fault

Report Fax.

Radio card in the
operating unit defective.

If possible, use the second diagnostic head
to check the radio link. If no connection can

be established with this either, the card in
the operating unit might be defective.
If you use a suitable tool, e.g. a screwdriver,

to lever the cover off the radio card slot in
the left handle of the operating unit (see Fig.
7-1), you can see a green and a yellow LED
on the radio board. If the green LED is on,
the radio board is OK. If the yellow LED is
flashing rapidly, there is correct data com-

munication.
If you discover that the LEDs are in any
other state, send a Fault Report Fax.

LED 3 flashing red.

Interior temperature of
the diagnostic head too
high.

Terminate the diagnosis. Break the
connection and allow the diagnostic head
to cool adequately before you use it again.

LED 1 flashing rapidly.

General fault in the
diagnostic head.

Send a Fault Report Fax.

"Recorder" button on
the back lights up
green.

Only during the launch. No fault.

This button has no function at this time.

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Fig. 5-1

PCMCIA interface (radio card slot) with opened cover

5.1.9

Accessories

Symptom

Possible Causes

Remedy

No measurements
possible with MFK 1.

Measuring head
defective.

In "Administration", run a self-test of the
MFK 1.
In the event of an error message regarding
the measurement system or measuring
cable, send a Fault Report Fax.

No measurements
possible with MFK 2.

Measuring head
defective.

In "Administration", run a self-test of the
MFK 2.
In the event of an error message regarding

the measurement system or measuring
cable, send a Fault Report Fax.

No input possible using

the optical keyboard.

No IR connection

possible or batteries
discharged.

Check whether the transmit and receive

windows of the infrared connection are
covered. Change the distance between the
devices.
Replace the batteries of the optical
keyboard.
If no connection can be set up, send a Fault

Report Fax.

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5.2

Fault Codes

Faults can occur when you are working with the GT1, and these can
have a variety of causes. Most fault or error messages are supplement-
ed by a fault message text indicating possible incorrect operation.
Example: If the MFK 1 or the current clip are not connected when the
measurement system is switched on, measurement system faults are
displayed, e.g.:
Fault code 500.894 "Connect the measuring cable MFK1"
Fault code 500.871 "Connect the measuring cable current clip".
These fault codes are stored in so-called code volumes: the first three
positions indicate the type of fault; separated by a period, the last three
positions give a precise indication of the fault. In many cases, a plain
text describes the fault or how to remedy it.

Table 5-1

Fault codes

Codes

Fault Group

000

System error from UNIX operating system

100

Fault in the measurement system, internal

200

Fault in the EDIC application

300

Fault in the system technology

400

Fault in the TOROS application

500

Fault in the measurement system application

800

Run error

900

Internal error

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6

Forms and Addresses

6.1

Online Registration

If you have access to the Internet, the simplest way to register your GT1
is online.
1. Start your Web browser and enter the address

www.siemens.de/sidis. The Siemens SIDIS homepage appears.

2. In the top menu bar, choose between the languages "German" and

"English".

3. Clicking the "Service" menu item in the left menu bar sets up a new

page.

4. In the left menu bar, select the "For users" menu item.
5. On the next page, select the "Online Registration" menu item.
6. On the "Online Registration" page, enter the identification "GT1" in

the first field and the four-digit system number of your GT1 (see
"Components and Functions" manual) in the second field.

7. Press the "Send" button.
8. In the "GT1 Online Registration" form that is now set up, enter the

required data. Mandatory fields where you must make an entry are
indicated by an asterisk.

9. Select the "Send" button. You receive a note to the effect that the

data have been sent successfully.

This concludes the registration procedure. Break the online connection
and close your browser.

6.2

Forms for Registration / Fault Reports

The "Registration" and "Fault Report" forms are located on the docu-
mentation CD under "SERVICE ADDRESSES".
Use copies of these forms. File the pages faxed to the Customer Ser-
vice.

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6.3

Service Addresses

The address list with the SERVICE ADDRESSES is continually correct-
ed and updated.
If no center is specified as responsible for your country, please contact
the SIEMENS office in Germany.
The current service addresses of the SIEMENS Hotline are provided on
the documentation CD under "SERVICE ADDRESSES".
This documentation also contains the "Registration" and "Fault
Report" forms.

Note
Please only report a hardware or software fault to one of the responsible
SIEMENS Hotlines.

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Terms and Abbreviations

7.1

Definitions

Term

Explanation

System

The software installed in the control panel.

Alpha-numeric

keypad

Keypad that can be used to enter numbers and

letters.

Selection Bar

Optical highlighting of a selected line in a list by
means of a dark (inverted) bar.

Services

Functions in the top section of the

window

switch from the current display into other

functions or

operating modes or to close

them.

Touch-screen
(sensitive user

interface)

Monitor that has a touch-sensitive surface. The
corresponding hardware and software reacts to

contact by objects such as a finger or a touch-
pen, detects the touched position and starts up
the

function linked to it (e.g. a button). The

touch screen replaces externally connected in-
put devices such as keyboard, mouse, etc.

Operating Mode

Each of the applications of the control panel that
can be started from the

start window: "Diag-

nosis", "Measurement System", "Administration"
etc. Each operating mode is divided into a num-

ber of individual functions.

Screen dump (hard-
copy)

Paper printout of the screen contents (

window

etc.).

Button

A button located in a window which changes
from unpressed to pressed and starts a function.

CD-ROM

C

ompact

D

isk -

R

ead

O

nly

M

emory: a data me-

dium, externally similar to a music CD, that can
only be read, not written.

COM

"Communication": Designation of the serial in-
terface.

Deselection,
deselect

Canceling a choice of program function or list
entry.

Selection.

Diagnosis

The entire process of allocation between

fault

patterns and possible defective functions, as-
sembly groups or components, up to and includ-
ing locating of a defective component of a Can
take place by calling up expert knowledge from
the software data or directly through expert

knowledge on the part of the user. Occasionally,
the result of the processes is also termed "diag-
nosis".

Diagnosis
connection

Connecting socket for the

diagnostic cable on

the diagnostic head.

Diagnostic Cable

Connecting cable between vehicle and diagnos-

tic head.

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Terms and Abbreviations

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DVD

D

igital

V

ersatile

D

isk: data storage medium sim-

ilar to a

CD-ROM, but with greater information

density.

Energy-saving mode
(standby mode)

Advanced Power Management (APM): If the
touch screen is not touched for 10 minutes, the
tester switches the display off to save power.
The

system continues to run. To switch on the

screen display again, briefly touch any point on

the touch screen.

Vehicle system

A control unit known by name, including the
corresponding sensors, actuators and wiring.

Fault pattern

The overall effects (

fault symptom) of a mal-

function of vehicle functions, assembly groups
or components.

Fault symptom

A describable effect of a malfunction of vehicle
functions, assembly groups or components. The
symptoms together produce the

fault pattern.

In the software data of the vehicle diagnosis
system, known symptoms are stored with allo-
cations to suspicious functions, assemblies and
components.

Diagnosis.

Windows

Screen display with defined layout in different
graphical elements such as fields, buttons,
scrollbars, etc.

Firewire

Interface IEEE 1394 for serial data transmission
with high speed.

Function

Every operation that the control panel can run in
its various

operating modes. Individual func-

tions are usually selected from a list displayed on
the monitor.

IP Address

I

nternet

P

rotocol

A

ddress: Each station in a

TCP/IP network uses a unique IP address. This
consists of four byte values that can be set in the
range from 0 - 255. The four segments (quads)
are separated by periods.

Network mask.

LAN

L

ocal

A

rea

N

etwork: In contrast to a WAN (Wide

Area Network), this connects workstations and
networks in more than one region. "Local" in this

sense refers to a shared location, for example
company premises or a single room.

Navigation Bar

Functions in the lower section of the

window

to switch from the current display into other

functions.

Network mask

The network mask (frequently also termed

subnet mask) determines which segments of an

IP address determine the network and which

segments the station. A usual setting is
"255.255.255.0", whereby the last "0" specifies
that the fourth segment indicates the station. All
stations of a workshop network have the same

network ID, but different station IDs.

Numeric keypad

Keypad that can be used to enter numbers but
no texts.

Term

Explanation

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Table 7-1

Terms and Explanations

Pull-down menu

Selection menu that the operating unit brings
onto the screen when certain buttons in the
"Services" line are operated.

Pull-up menu

Selection menu that the operating unit brings
onto the screen when certain buttons in the

navigation bar are operated.

Selection, select

Selection of an element from a list. The selected
element is highlighted on the screen by a

se-

lection bar. Deselection, Preselection.

Start window

The representation shown on the screen by the
control panel after powering up. A choice of its
four

operating modes can be started here.

Can be recognized by the

start graphic.

Start graphic

Picture of a vehicle that appears in the

start

window.

Control Unit

Electronic device for controlling and monitoring
vehicle functions. Vehicle system

Subnet mask

Other designation for

network mask.

USB

U

niversal

S

erial

B

us: Standard interface across

which the peripheral devices, e.g. an external

floppy disk drive, can be operated.

Virtual keyboard

The graphical image of a keyboard on the

touch screen. The individual buttons can be

activated by finger pressure in the same way as
with a real keyboard. The control panel can offer

alpha-numeric or also

numeric keypads.

Preselection

The suggestion of the control panel to start one
of several functions from the current

window.

The preselection is shown on the screen by the

selection bar. It can be changed at any time

. Selection.

Term

Explanation

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7.2

List of Abbreviations

Table 7-2

Abbreviations

Abbreviation

Explanation

APM

Advanced Power Management

BMW AG

Bayerische Motoren Werke AG

CD

Compact Disk

COM

Communication

DIS

Diagnosis and Information System

DVD

Digital Versatile Disk

GT1

Group Tester One

IP Address

Internet Protocol Address

IR

Infrared

LAN

Local Area Network

LED

Light Emitting Diode

MFK

Multifunction Cable

OBD

On-Board Diagnostics

PCMCIA

Personal Computer Memory Card International
Association

CU

Control Unit

SIDIS

Siemens Diagnosis and Information System

TCP/IP

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol

TD

Transistorized speed sensor signal

TIS

Technical Information System

USB

Universal Serial Bus

VGA

Video Graphic Adapter

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We have checked to ensure that the content of the printed matter

matches the hardware and software described. Nonetheless, devi-

ations cannot be excluded and we are unable to provide a guaran-

tee that the match is complete. However, the information provided

in this printed matter is checked regularly, and necessary correc-

tions are included in subsequent issues. We are grateful for all sug-

gested improvements.

The right to make changes of a technical nature is reserved.

Transfer or duplication of this document, as well as use or commu-

nication of its content are not permitted unless express consent is

granted. Violations give rise to claims for damages. All rights re-

served, in particular pending patent rights.

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