Operating Instructions For the Porsche System Tester 2

Operating Instructions For The Porsche System Tester 2







General Information

Application
The Porsche System Tester 2 is a modular, portable diagnostic and measuring system. It can be used in any location to perform diagnostic tests on electronic control modules.

The tester consists of a computer unit, a main memory, a hard disk, a VGA display, a nickel-metal-hydride rechargeable battery and a measuring unit with which current, voltage and resistance can be measured.

The Porsche System Tester 2 can be operated with the built-in keys or by connecting a PS/2 keyboard (option) for the country in question.

Data and measured values can be printed out on one of the ten DIN A4 printers currently approved by Porsche.

The integrated LCD panel is used as the display. A monitor can also be connected (VGA connection).

If a printer or PS/2 keyboard is connected, the corresponding device type must be set under Configuration in the start-up screen.

In this way, all systems with a diagnostic interface to the ISO standard can be checked.

The following tasks can be performed:
- Reading out the control module identification
- Reading out the vehicle data
- Reading out the fault memory
- Erasing the fault memory
- Testing the drive links (actuators)
- Testing the input signals
- Reading out actual values
- Performing a short test
- Control module programming
- Current, voltage and resistance measurements

Malfunctions
The Porsche System Tester 2 is a high-quality electronic device. In order to prevent damage to the unit due to improper use, please observe the operating instructions closely.

If the tester no longer responds when any key is pressed, it must be set to a defined state:
1. Press and hold keys F1 and F8 and then press the "ON/OFF" key at the same time.
2. Release the "ON/OFF" key, then keys F1 and F8.

CAUTION: In certain circumstances, the hard disk may be damaged and data lost if the Porsche System Tester 2 is switched off during normal operation

- Only switch off the Porsche System Tester 2 when it no longer reacts to keys being pressed. Problems during operation, such as "Diagnosis Card not inserted", are indicated to the user via the info line.







Design of the Tester
1. 9.5" LCD panel
Monochrome Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels (picture elements)







2. Keypad
2.1 Jump key Used to change to the selection menu for control module-specific functions
2.2 On/Off switch
2.3 Print key To print out data, measured values, screen display (hard copy), working log and warranty log
2.4 This key is used to jump to the beginning
2.5 Used in combination with key 2.4 or 2.6 to control the brightness
2.6 This key is used to jump to the end
2.7 Used to move the cursor up
2.8 Used to move the cursor to the left
2.9 Used to move the cursor to the right and to select drive links, input signals and actual values
2.10 Used to move the cursor down
2.11 Enter key
2.12 Used to change the active screen part
2.13 Back key
2.14 Continue key
2.15 Escape key

3. Softkeys
Softkeys can have different functions. The functions are displayed at the bottom edge of the screen.

Connections







NOTE: Prior to current, voltage or resistance measurements, use the ground wire to connect the ground socket (1) to the vehicle ground point before connecting the diagnostic wire.

Diagnosis Card







The Diagnosis Card is the interface between the Porsche System Tester 2 and the vehicle.

The Diagnosis Card is responsible for the diagnosis reports, control-module programming voltage and for voltage supply to the Porsche System Tester 2 via the vehicle battery.

The Diagnosis Card can be left in the tester.

Voltage supply
Three types of voltage supply are possible for the Porsche System Tester 2:
- Internal rechargeable battery (operating time approx. 20 min.)
- Vehicle battery (supply via connected diagnostic wire, Diagnosis Card)
- Mains power supply unit.

Before putting the unit into operation, make sure that the mains voltage and the voltage specified on the mains power supply unit are the same.

Adjusting illumination of LCD panel
Press key 2.5 and key 2.4
, ,Display brighter

Press key 2.5 and key 2.6
, ,Display darker

Working log
During diagnosis, e.g. when reading out the fault memory, a symbol appears with the softkeys to save the item in question. If the appropriate softkey is pressed, this item is recorded in the working log. The working log can be printed out with key 2.3. It is thus possible to document all stored faults, for example.

Initiating diagnosis
1. Connect the Porsche System Tester 2 to the diagnostic socket (data link connector) in the vehicle.
2. Switch on the Porsche System Tester 2 (it will be ready for operation in approx. 60 seconds).

NOTE: If the On/Off key (2.2) is pressed by mistake during a booting process, booting stops and the tester no longer responds. To recommence the booting process, press the Enter key (2.11).

3. Switch on the ignition.
4. Select the vehicle type and initiate diagnosis with key 2.14. The Porsche System Tester 2 starts to search for control modules and then lists all control modules it finds. Control modules that are not installed (e.g. Tiptronic control module on vehicles with manual transmission) are displayed in grey.

NOTE:
If no control modules are detected, check:
1. Is the ignition switched on?
2. Is terminal 15 available for the data link connector (pin 1)? If faults are stored in a control module, this is identified with the # symbol.

If faults are stored in a control module, this is identified with the # symbol.

Automatic switch-off
The Porsche System Tester 2 switches itself off after an Off-delay time, if
- there is no voltage supply via the mains power supply unit or the vehicle battery,

or

- no data are being transferred via an interface (no key pressed, no communication with control module).

The Off-delay time can be changed in the Configuration menu. The default Off-delay time is 3 minutes.

Automatic switch-off is preceded by a rhythmic beeping sound (10 seconds). The Porsche System Tester 2 will remain switched on if the mains power supply is connected or a key is pressed within this time.

Software update
The software can be updated using the supplied CD-ROM drive.
1. Connect CD-ROM drive to the Porsche System Tester 2.
2. Connect Porsche System Tester 2 and the CD-ROM drive to the mains power supply unit.
3. Load CD-ROM in the drive and close the drive.
4. Switch on the Porsche System Tester 2.
5. Select Installation Software in the Configuration menu.