Launch CReader Series User Manual

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Diagnostic Cable
(To connect the vehicle’s DLC and the tool.)
Quick Start Guide
CReader Series
LAUNCH
LCD Screen
(Indicates test results.)
OK Button
(Confirms the current operation.)
CReader Series Handset
Selection Button
ESC Button
(To return to the previous screen.)
Memory Card Slot
(To insert the memory card to update your tool.)
USB Port
(To update your tool via USB cable.)
DTC Button*1
(To read the diagnostic trouble codes.)
Erase Button*1
(To clear the diagnostic trouble codes.)
I/M Button*1
(Quick access to I/M readiness function.)
DB15 Connector
(To connect to the vehicle with OBD2 DLC.)
Help Button*1
(Provides detailed descriptions/tips for diagnostics.)
Notes:
The buttons marked with * indicate the function hot keys(namely, F1, F2, F3 and F4) and only apply to Diagnostics.
CReader serial products feature the similar styling, except that some difference exists between appearance color and product features.
(Up/Down: To select different items.
Left/Right: To return /advance to the previous/next page.)
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All pictures illustrated herein are only for reference. This Quick Start Guide is subject to change without prior written notice.

Launch CReader Series Specifications

General

Brand	Launch
Model	CReader Series
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

CReader Series Handset Overview

DB15 Connector

Connects to the vehicle with OBD2 DLC.

LCD Screen

Displays test results.

Erase Button

Clears diagnostic trouble codes.

DTC Button

Reads diagnostic trouble codes.

ESC Button

Returns to the previous screen.

Memory Card Slot

Inserts memory card for tool updates.

USB Port

Updates tool via USB cable.

Diagnostic Cable

Connects vehicle DLC and the tool.

I/M Button

Accesses I/M readiness function.

Help Button

Provides detailed diagnostic descriptions/tips.

OK Button

Confirms current operation.

Selection Button

Navigates through menu items.

Preparation and Vehicle Connection

Preparation Steps

Ensures vehicle ignition is on, battery voltage is correct, and throttle is closed.

Vehicle Connection Procedure

Guides locating the DLC socket and connecting the diagnostic cable.

Register and Update Tool

Prerequisite Conditions

Lists system requirements and necessary pre-update checks.

Method 1: Via Memory Card

Details the process of updating via a memory card.

Method 2: Via USB Cable

Details the process of updating via a USB cable.

Main Menu Functions

Diagnose Function

Covers OBD/EOBD diagnosing and system scanning.

Review Function

Allows review of recorded DTC, datastream, etc.

Settings Function

Configures language, units, beeper, and recording mode.

Help Function

Provides DLC location, DTC lookup, and tool information.

Change Language

Starting Diagnostics

Diagnosis Flowchart

Flowchart for diagnosing vehicle systems.

Resetting Flowchart

Flowchart for specific resetting functions.