LAUNCH X431 CRP129i V3 OBD2 Scanner User Manual

1. ບົດແນະນຳ

The LAUNCH Creader Professional 129i V3 is an advanced smart solution for passenger car diagnosis. It leverages LAUNCH's diagnostic technology to provide comprehensive coverage for a wide range of vehicles, offering powerful functions and precise test results.

ຄຸນ​ນະ​ສົມ​ບັດ​ທີ່​ສໍາ​ຄັນ​ປະ​ກອບ​ມີ​:

• 4 System Diagnosis: Engine, Transmission, ABS, and Airbag (SRS) systems.
• 12 ຕັ້ງຄ່າການບໍລິການຄືນໃໝ່: Including Oil Lamp Reset, Electronic Park Brake Reset, Steering Angle Calibration, Tire Pressure Monitor System Reset, Electronic Throttle Position Reset, DPF Regeneration, Injector Coding, and Battery Register & Maintenance.
• ໜ້າທີ່ OBD2 ເຕັມຮູບແບບ: Supports all 10 OBD-II test modes.
• ອັບເດດຟຣີຕະຫຼອດຊີວິດ: Via Wi-Fi for diagnostic software and APK.
• ການສະແກນ VIN ອັດຕະໂນມັດ: For quick and accurate vehicle identification.
• ຫມໍ້ໄຟ Voltage ຕິດ​ຕາມ​ກວດ​ກາ​: Real-time vehicle battery voltagສະຖານະພາບ e.
• Diagnostic Reports: Automatically generated and shareable via email.
• DTC Lookup Library: Built-in database for diagnostic trouble code definitions.
• ສະຫນັບສະຫນູນຫຼາຍພາສາ: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Polish.
• ການໂຕ້ຕອບຜູ້ເປັນມິດ: 5-inch touchable HD 720P screen with keypad input.

Video: LAUNCH CRP129i V3 Product Demonstration

2. ອົງປະກອບ & ການຄວບຄຸມ

The CRP129i V3 features a robust, non-slip hand-held design for comfortable and secure use.

Image: LAUNCH CRP129i V3 Components and Controls

3. ຂໍ້ກໍານົດດ້ານວິຊາການ

• ໜ້າຈໍ: ໜ້າຈໍສຳຜັດ 5 ນິ້ວ
• RAM: 2G
• ROM: 16GB
• OBDII Input Voltage ຊ່ວງ: 9~18V
• ວິທີການປ້ອນຂໍ້ມູນ: Touch & Keypad
• ສາກໄຟຜ່ານ: DC 5V charging cable or diagnostic cable through connection to vehicle's DLC
• ຂະໜາດ: 228mm x 125mm x 34.5mm
• ນ້ຳໜັກສຸດທິ: <565g
• ອຸນຫະພູມເຮັດວຽກ: -10 ຫາ 50°C (14 ຫາ 122 F°)
• ອຸນຫະພູມການເກັບຮັກສາ: -20 ຫາ 70°C (-4 ຫາ 158 F°)
• ອັບເດດຊອບແວ: ແມ່ນແລ້ວ (ຟຣີຕະຫຼອດຊີວິດ)
• ລຸ້ນຮາດແວ: ໃໝ່ລ່າສຸດ
• ລຸ້ນຊອບແວ: ໃໝ່ລ່າສຸດ
• ແບັດເຕີຣີ: 4000mAh (Upgraded to 6100mAh in V3)
• Multi-protocols: OBDII, EOBD, JOBD, KOBD

4. ການຕິດຕັ້ງແລະການນໍາໃຊ້ເບື້ອງຕົ້ນ

4.1 Charging The Tool

There are two methods available for charging your CRP129i V3:

• ຜ່ານສາຍສາກໄຟ: Plug one end of the included DC 5V charging cable into the DC-IN port of the tool, and the other end into an external DC power source.
• ຜ່ານສາຍສົ່ງວິນິດໄສ: Insert one end of the diagnostic cable into the DB-15 connector of the tool, and the other end into the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC).

The Charging LED will illuminate red when charging and turn green when fully charged.

4.2 ການເລີ່ມຕົ້ນ

For first-time use, follow these steps to configure system settings:

1. Press the [Power] button for about 5 seconds to turn on the device.
2. The screen will display a welcome page. Tap “Start” to proceed.
3. Choose your desired system language (e.g., English, Spanish, French, etc.), then tap “Next”.
4. ເລືອກ​ເຂດ​ເວ​ລາ​ທີ່​ຕ້ອງ​ການ​, ແລະ​ປາດ "ຕໍ່​ໄປ​" ເພື່ອ​ເຂົ້າ​ໄປ​ໃນ​ຫນ້າ​ການ​ຕັ້ງ​ຄ່າ WLAN​.
5. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to ON. The system will search for available wireless networks. Select your desired WLAN access point/network.
• If the network is open, it will connect directly.
• If the network is encrypted, enter the correct security key (password).
6. After network connection, tap “Next Step” to configure your email address. Input a valid email address and tap “Next Step”. This email will receive diagnostic reports automatically after a complete Auto-Detect process.
7. Carefully read the user agreement. Check the box to agree to all terms and conditions, then tap “OK” to finish the sign-up process and navigate to the Job Menu.

4.3 Job Menu Overview

The Job Menu provides access to the following function modules:

• ການວິນິດໄສ: Configures the tool for professional diagnostic tasks.
• ຂ້ອຍ/ຊາຍ: Quick access to I/M Readiness function for emissions testing.
• OBD II: Checks for DTCs, isolates MIL causes, verifies repairs, and performs other emission-related services.
• ຫມໍ້ໄຟ Voltage: ວັດແທກປະຈຸບັນ voltage of the vehicle's battery.
• ຕັ້ງຄ່າ ໃໝ່: Performs common maintenance resets (Oil Lamp, EPB, SAS, TPMS, Electronic Throttle Position).
• ອັບເດດ: Updates diagnostic software and APK online. Requires stable network.
• ຂໍ້ມູນ: Includes Diagnostic Report, Diagnostic Record, Feedback, and DTC Library.
• ການຕັ້ງຄ່າ: Configures system settings like Network, Email, and Brightness.

5. Operation: Vehicle Diagnosis

5.1 Connection to Vehicle

1. Turn the vehicle ignition off.
2. Locate the vehicle's DLC (Data Link Connector) socket. This is typically a 16-pin connector located on the driver's side, about 12 inches from the center of the dashboard. If not under the dashboard, a label should indicate its location. Refer to the vehicle's service manual if needed.
3. Plug one end of the diagnostic cable into the DB-15 connector of the CRP129i V3 and tighten the captive screws. Connect the other end to the vehicle's DLC.

Image: Connecting and Using the CRP129i V3

5.2 ການວິນິດໄສລະບົບ

This function is specifically designed to diagnose electronic control systems of a single vehicle model.

5.2.1 ການວິນິດໄສອັດສະລິຍະ (ກວດຫາອັດຕະໂນມັດ)

After connecting the tool and turning the ignition key on, the system will automatically enter auto-detect mode (ensure “Automatic detection on connect” in “Settings” is ON). For accurate VIN detection, a stable network connection is recommended.

• If the system successfully obtains the VIN, it will scan vehicle systems and automatically generate a diagnostic report, which will be sent to your bound email address.
• If VIN information cannot be accessed automatically, you will be prompted to manually input the VIN.

5.2.2 ການວິນິດໄສດ້ວຍມື

If auto-detect fails or is not preferred, you can perform diagnosis manually by following on-screen instructions. Ensure the diagnostic program for your vehicle model is installed.

Flowchart for Manual Diagnosis:

1. Select "Diagnose" from the Job Menu.
2. ເລືອກຜູ້ຜະລິດຍານພາຫະນະ.
3. Select Test Function (e.g., Read Version Information, Read Fault Code, Clear Fault Code, Read Data Stream).
4. Select Vehicle Model.
5. Choose between Automatic (tool scans systems) or Manual Select (you choose desired system).

5.2.2.1 ບົດລາຍງານສຸຂະພາບ (ການທົດສອບດ່ວນ)

This function quickly accesses all electronic control units (ECUs) and generates a detailed vehicle health report. Tap "Health Report" to start scanning. Systems with fault codes will appear in red, while normal systems will be in black.

ປຸ່ມເທິງໜ້າຈໍ:

• [Details Icon]: Tap to display details of DTCs.
• ປ້ອນ: Select other test functions.
• ລາຍງານ: Save diagnostic results as a report.
• ລຶບລ້າງ DTC: Clear existing diagnostic trouble codes.

A. ຂໍ້ມູນສະບັບ

Displays system mode, vehicle VIN, software, and ECU version information.

B. ອ່ານ Fault Code

Displays detailed information of DTCs retrieved from the vehicle's control system. Never replace a part based solely on DTC definition; always follow testing procedures in the vehicle's service manual.

ປຸ່ມເທິງໜ້າຈໍ:

• ຂອບ Freeze: Records vehicle operating parameters at the time an emission-related fault occurs.
• ຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອ: View ຂໍ້​ມູນ​ການ​ຊ່ວຍ​ເຫຼືອ​.
• ຄົ້ນຫາລະຫັດ: ຊອກຫາ more information about the current DTC online.
• ລາຍງານ: Save current data in text format.

C. ລຶບຄວາມຊົງຈຳທີ່ຜິດ

After repairs, use this function to erase DTCs. Ensure ignition is ON with the engine OFF. Clearing DTCs does not fix the problem; proper repairs are essential.

D. ອ່ານ Data Stream

Retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle's ECU. Data can be viewed in three modes:

• ມູນຄ່າ: Default mode, displays parameters in text list.
• ກຣາບ: Displays parameters in waveform graphs.
• ສົມທົບ: Used for graph merge status for data comparison, marking different items with different colors.

ປຸ່ມເທິງໜ້າຈໍ:

• Select All/Unselect: Select or deselect all data stream items.
• ຕົກ​ລົງ: Confirm selection and proceed.
• ລາຍງານ: Save current data as a diagnostic report.
• ບັນທຶກ: Record and save Live Data for troubleshooting.

5.3 ການວິນິດໄສ OBDII

This option provides quick access to check for DTCs, isolate MIL causes, check monitor status, verify repairs, and perform other emission-related services.

Image: Full OBD2 Functions

The CRP129i V3 supports all 10 test modes for OBD-II cars:

1. ອ່ານລະຫັດ: Identifies emission control system malfunctions.
2. ລຶບລະຫັດ: Clears DTCs after repairs (ignition ON, engine OFF).
3. ຄວາມພ້ອມ I/M: Indicates if emission components have been evaluated.
4. ກະແສຂໍ້ມູນ: Retrieves and displays live data.
5. View ຂອບ Freeze: Records vehicle conditions when an emission-related fault occurs.
6. ການທົດສອບເຊັນເຊີ O2: Displays results of O2 sensor tests (not live values).
7. ການ​ທົດ​ສອບ​ການ​ຕິດ​ຕາມ​ເຮືອ​ບິນ​: Reads results of on-board diagnostic monitoring tests.
8. ການທົດສອບລະບົບ EVAP: Initiates a leak test for the EVAP system.
9. ຂໍ້ມູນພາຫະນະ: ສະແດງ VIN, CID, ແລະ CVN.
10. ຮຸ່ນ 0A: Request Emission-Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes with Permanent Status.

5.4 ຣີເຊັດຟັງຊັນ

The CRP129i V3 offers 12 reset functions to solve daily maintenance tasks. Some are free, while others are optional paid functions available in the device's 'Mall'.

Image: 12 Free Reset Functions

Free Reset Services (8 included):

• ນ້ຳມັນ Lamp Reset Service: Resets maintenance mileage and data intervals after an oil change.
• EPB Electronic Park Brake Reset: Essential for electronic braking system maintenance when replacing brake pads or motors.
• SAS Steering Angle Sensor Reset: Clears fault memories and calibrates the steering angle sensor.
• Electronic Throttle Position Reset: Initializes throttle actuators and returns learned ECU values to default.
• Tire Pressure System Reset (TPMS): ສະແດງ ID ເຊັນເຊີ, ID ທົດແທນອິນພຸດ, ແລະທົດສອບເຊັນເຊີ.
• DPF Regeneration: Clears particulate matter from the DPF filter.
• Injector Coding: Writes new injector numbers into the ECU for accurate communication.
• Battery Register & Battery Maintenance (BMS Reset): Resets the vehicle battery monitoring unit, clears fault information, and re-matches the battery.

Optional Paid Reset Functions (available in 'Mall', subscription fee $19.95/year/reset):

• AC System Relearn
• ການຄວບຄຸມ Cruise ອັດສະລິຍະ
• Engine Power Balance
• Gas Particulate Filter (GPF)
• ເລືອດອອກ
• Sus Reset (Suspension Reset)
• Gearbox Learn
• ການປັບຕົວ EGR
• ODO ແມັດ
• AFS Reset (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
• ຫລັງຄາແດດ
• Immo (Immobilizer)
• BAT. Match (Battery Matching)

To perform a reset function, select "Reset" from the Job Menu, choose the desired service function, select the car brand, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

6. ບໍາລຸງຮັກສາ

6.1 ການປັບປຸງຊອບແວ

The CRP129i V3 supports lifetime free updates via Wi-Fi. If new software or APK updates are available, a numeric indicator will appear on the "Upgrade" module in the Job Menu. It is strongly recommended to update regularly for new functions and better service.

1. Tap "Upgrade" on the Job Menu to enter the update center.
2. By default, all diagnostic software is selected. You can deselect specific software if needed.
3. Tap "Update" to start downloading. This may take several minutes. If the network connection fails, tap "Retry".
4. Once downloaded, the software packages will be installed automatically.

6.2 ແກ້ໄຂເຟີມແວ

Use this function to upgrade and fix diagnostic firmware. During the process, ensure the device remains powered on and do not switch to other interfaces.

6.3 ອະນາໄມ

This option allows you to clear cache files and free up storage space on the device.

7. ການແກ້ໄຂບັນຫາ (FAQ)

Here are some frequently asked questions and their solutions:

Q1: System halts when reading data stream. What is the reason?

A: This may be caused by a loose connector. Turn the tool off, firmly connect the connector, and switch it on again.

Q2: Screen of main unit flashes at engine ignition start.

A: This is a normal phenomenon caused by electromagnetic interference.

Q3: There is no response when communicating with the on-board computer.

A: ກະລຸນາຢືນຢັນ voltage of the power supply. Also, check if the throttle is closed, the transmission is in neutral, and the engine water temperature is correct.

Q4: What to do if the system fails to start auto VIN detection?

A: ກວດເບິ່ງຕໍ່ໄປນີ້:

• Ensure the tool is properly connected to the vehicle's DLC.
• Verify that the "Automatic detection on Connect" switch in Settings is ON.

Q5: Why are there so many fault codes?

A: This is usually caused by poor connection or a fault in the circuit grounding.

Q6: How to upgrade the system software?

A:

1. ເປີດເຄື່ອງມື ແລະຮັບປະກັນການເຊື່ອມຕໍ່ອິນເຕີເນັດທີ່ໝັ້ນຄົງ.
2. Tap "Settings" on the Job Menu, select "About" > "Version", and tap "Detect the System Version" to enter the system upgrading page.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. The process may take several minutes depending on internet speed. The tool will automatically restart after a successful upgrade.

Q7: What if the tool cannot be switched on even after a period of recharging?

A: Please recharge it for at least 3 hours until the power LED lights up. Then it should be able to switch on.

8. ຄໍາແນະນໍາຜູ້ໃຊ້

• For optimal performance and to access the latest vehicle data, always keep your CRP129i V3 software updated via Wi-Fi.
• When performing diagnostics, especially clearing codes, ensure the vehicle's ignition is on but the engine is off, unless specified otherwise by a particular test.
• Utilize the 'Data Record' and 'Diagnostic Report' features to save and review diagnostic sessions, which can be helpful for tracking issues over time or sharing with mechanics.
• If you encounter an unfamiliar Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), use the built-in 'DTC Library' or the online search function for detailed explanations.
• Remember that some advanced reset functions are optional paid services. Check the 'Mall' on your device if you require these specific features.

9. ຂໍ້ມູນການຮັບປະກັນ

LAUNCH electronic products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year (12 months) from the date of delivery to the user. This warranty is expressly limited to persons who purchase LAUNCH products for resale or use in the ordinary course of the buyer's business.

This warranty does not cover parts that have been abused, altered, used for unintended purposes, or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions. The exclusive remedy for any defective automotive meter is repair or replacement. LAUNCH is not liable for consequential or incidental damages.

Final determination of defects will be made by LAUNCH in accordance with its established procedures. No agent, employee, or representative of LAUNCH has the authority to bind LAUNCH to any affirmation, representation, or warranty concerning LAUNCH automotive meters, except as stated herein.

10. ການຊ່ວຍເຫຼືອລູກຄ້າ

If you have any questions regarding the operation of your LAUNCH CRP129i V3, please contact your local dealer or LAUNCH TECH CO., LTD. directly.

• Webເວັບໄຊ: www.x431.com or www.cnlaunch.com
• ໂທລະສັບ: +86 755 8455 7891
• ອີເມວ: overseas.service@cnlaunch.com

LAUNCH reserves the right to make changes to this manual without prior notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, if you have any questions, please contact customer support.