Version: V1.00.001 Revised date: 03-18-2019 Statement: LAUNCH owns the complete intellectual property rights for the software used by this product. For any reverse engineering or cracking actions against the software, LAUNCH will block the use of this product and reserve the right to pursue their legal liabilities.
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X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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. Never collide, throw, or puncture the tool, and avoid falling, extruding and bending it. Do not insert foreign objects into or place heavy objects on your device. Sensitive components inside might cause damage.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH various poisonous compounds (hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, etc.) Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running. Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while testing. Keep the test equipment dry, clean, free from oil, water or grease. Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clear the outside of the equipment as necessary.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 1 1.1 PRODUCT PROFILE ................................................................................ 1 1.2 FEATURES ............................................................................................. 1 1.3 KNOWLEDGE OF X-431 PROS MINI ....................................................... 2 1.3.1 Display tablet...................
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 4.3.1 Preparation..................................................................................... 16 4.3.2 DLC location .................................................................................. 16 4.3.3 Vehicle connection ......................................................................... 17 4.4 COMMUNICATION SETUP.......................................................................... 18 4.5 START DIAGNOSING ........................................
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 5 OTHERS ....................................................................................................... 34 5.1 EMAIL ..................................................................................................... 34 5.1.1 Configure an email account ............................................................ 34 5.1.2 Add an email account ..................................................................... 34 5.2 BROWSER ...................................
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 1 Introductions 1.1 Product Profile X-431 PROS 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 3. Email: allows you to send and receive emails. 4. Settings: to configure your personalized tablet through it. 5. Applications: other android based applications can be customized to install or uninstall. 1.3 Knowledge of X-431 PROS MINI There are two main components to the X-431 PROS MINI system: Display tablet and VCI device. 1.3.1 Display tablet Fig.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 1 VCI device 2 Charging/Data I/O port 3 Rear camera 4 Slot for VCI device 5 POWER/Screen lock key 6 Carry strap 7 Speakers 8 Microphone 9 LCD screen 10 VOLUME +/- Key To connect to the power adaptor/PC for charging/data exchange. For housing the VCI device. In Off mode, press it to turn the tablet on. In On mode, turn the tablet off with long press or lock screen with short press. To adjust the volume.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 1.3.2 VCI device (Only applies to 12V cars) Fig. 1-2 VCI device 1 2 OBD-16 diagnostic connector To connect on vehicle’s OBD II DLC. It illuminates red when the VCI device is connected to the vehicle’s DLC. Mode indicator Blue indicates the VCI device is working in wireless (BT) communication mode. 1.4 Technical Parameters Display tablet: Operating system Android 7.0 Processor Quad core 1.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Storage 16GB LCD screen 7 inch with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels Camera Front-facing 2MP camera + rear-facing 5MP camera Battery 3500mAh rechargeable polymer lithium battery Connectivity WLAN 802.11b/g/n BT 4.0 Working temperature 0℃ ~ 45℃ Storage temperature -10℃ ~ 50℃ VCI device: Working voltage 9 ~18V Working temperature -10℃ ~ 55℃ Storage temperature -20℃ ~ 70℃ Relative humidity 20% ~ 90% 1.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Power adaptors Non-16pin connectors (For connecting non-OBD II vehicle) 6
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 2 Preparations 2.1 Charging X-431 PROS MINI 1. Plug one end of the included power adaptor into the charging port of the tablet. 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 the tablet. 2.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 2.4 Tips on finger operations Single-tap: To select an item or launch a program. 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 2.7 Set standby time If no activities are made within the defined standby period, the screen will be locked automatically and the system enters sleep mode to save power. 1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> Display -> Sleep. 2. Choose the desired sleep time.
X-431 PRO MINI User Manual LAUNCH 3 Network Setup The tablet has built-in wireless module that can be used to get online. Once you’re online, you can register the diagnostic App, activate the VCI device, surf the Internet, get apps, send email, launch the remote diagnosis, and check for software updates etc. 3.1 Connect to a WLAN network 1. On the home screen, tap Settings > WLAN. 2. Slide the switch to ON, the tablet starts searching for available wireless networks. 3.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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 the tool. Fig. 4-1 4.2 Initial Use During initial use, tap the application icon on the home screen to launch it and enter the main menu screen. 4.2.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-4 B. Activate the VCI device: 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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. If you have registered to be a member, input your name and password, and then tap the “Login” button to enter the main menu screen directly. 3. If you forgot the password, tap “Retrieve Password”, and then follow the on-screen instructions to retrieve it. 4.2.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 4.2.3 Function menu It mainly includes the following items: Name Description Tradition Diagnose Configures the tablet to operate as a diagnostic tool. Remote Diagnosis This option aims to help repair shops or technicians to get the repair job fixed faster. Software Upgrade To update vehicle diagnostic software. Maintenance Help Includes How-to Videos, operation skills and user manual etc.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH access the connector. If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle’s service manual. Fig. 4-9 4.3.3 Vehicle connection The method used to connect the VCI device to a vehicle’s DLC depends on the vehicle’s configuration as follows: A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both communication and 12V power through a standardized DLC.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH For non-OBDII vehicle, proceed as follows: 1. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket. 2. Select the corresponding non-16pin connector. 3. Plug the non-16pin end of the connector into the DLC socket, then connect the other end to the OBD I adaptor, and then tighten the captive screws. 4. Connect the other end of the adaptor to the included VCI device. 5. To supply power to OBD I adaptor from: A.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH digits.). Note: In case no communication setup is done before diagnostic software is launched, you can also configure it while using the software. For details on BT connection, please refer to Chapter 4.5 “Start diagnosing”. 4.5 Start Diagnosing Tap “Tradition Diagnose” to enter the vehicle selection page. 2 approaches are provided for you to access the vehicle diagnostic software. Choose any one of the following ways: 1. VINSCAN enables you to access it more quickly.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH The most recognizable location for this number is in the top left corner on the vehicle’s dashboard. Other locations include the driver’s door or post, and the firewall under the hood. Tap “INPUT VIN” and a screen similar to Fig. 4-14 will appear: Fig. 4-14 Input the VIN, and tap “Confirm” to enter the diagnostic software of the vehicle. 2. Tap a corresponding diagnostic software logo, and then follow the on-screen instruction to access the diagnostic software.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-15 Fig. 4-16 3). Tap “Engine”, the system will navigate to the test function menu. See Fig. 4-16. 4.5.1 Read DTC This function displays the detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the vehicle’s control system. Note: 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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”.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Help: Tap it to view the help information. 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. Clearing DTCs does not fix the problem(s) that caused the code(s) to be set.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-18 On-screen Buttons: Select Page: Tap it to select all items of the current page. 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 MINI 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-19 On-screen Buttons: Exit: Tap to return to the home screen. Graph: After selecting, tap it to view the waveform. There are 3 types of display modes available for data viewing, allowing you to view various types of parameters in the most suitable way. Graph – displays the parameters in waveform graphs. Value – this is the default mode which displays the parameters in texts and shows in list format.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH analysis. The saved file follows the naming rule: It begins with vehicle type, and ends with the record starting time (To differentiate between files, please configure the accurate system time). The file is stored in “My Report” under “Personal Center” menu. For details on playback operations, please refer to Chapter 4.9.1 “My Report”. To stop reading the data stream, tap before the recording progress bar. Print: Tap it to print the current screen.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH on the upper right corner of the tab. 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, and then tap “Send” to send it; tap to send the voice message; tap and choose the desired file type to send.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 4.8 Maintenance Help This option provides abundant repair case and automotive technology handbook for your reference. 4.9 Personal Center This function allows users to manage 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH cut power or switch to other interfaces. 4.9.5 Diagnostic feedback This item allows you to feedback your diagnostic problems to us for analysis and troubleshooting. 4.9.6 Profile Use this item to view and configure personal information. 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-21 A. If it is the first time you have operated this printer, please proceed the following: 2. For initial use, you are suggested to reset the printer: Press and hold [MODE] & [FEED] for 8 seconds, the following resetting command will be printed out: at + default = 1 ok at + reboot = 1 rebooting... 3. Tap “Reset” to configure the printer.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Fig. 4-22 Step 2: Join the printer into LAN: Tap “Scan” to select the desired local network from the list, and type in the security password (If it is an open network, password is not required), and then tap “Confirm”. Fig. 4-23 1. Once the network of the printer is connected and the printer is found, tap “Printing test” to test the printing. Fig.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Now you can use the 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 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). If the local network changes, you have to reset the printer. 4.10.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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”.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 1 Return to the previous page. 2 Advance to the recently visited page. 3 Refresh the current page. 4 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH Locate the new disc. Copy the files. 5.3.3 Install an application Do the following steps: 1. Tap Settings -> Security, and set the “Unknown sources” to ON, which allows you to install apps from unknown sources. 2. A dialog box appears on the screen, tap “OK” to confirm. 3. Set the tool as “Connected as a media device”, and copy the APK file from the PC to the tool. 5.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 6 FAQ 1. Communication error with vehicle ECU? Please confirm: 1) Whether the VCI is properly connected. 2) Whether the vehicle ignition switch is ON. 3) If all checks are normal, send vehicle year, make, model and VIN number to us using Dia. Feedback feature. 2. Failed to enter into vehicle ECU system? Please confirm: 1) Whether the vehicle is equipped with the system. 2) Whether the VCI is correctly connected. 3) Whether the vehicle ignition switch is ON.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 4. Tap “Clear all data” to start resetting until the tool automatically reboots. 5. The diagnostic application is failing. 1. Press the Home key on the tool. 2. Select “Settings”-> “Apps”. 3. Select the application name from the Apps list. 4. Select “Force Stop”, and then press “OK” to confirm. 5. Select “Clear Data”, and then press “OK” to confirm.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH 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.
X-431 PROS MINI User Manual LAUNCH plus return freight. Send the unit pre-paid to: Attn: Customer Service Department LAUNCH TECH. CO., LTD. Launch Industrial Park, North of Wuhe Avenue, Banxuegang, Bantian, 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.
