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Quick Reference Guide
167-001092EN-C March., 2023
www.midtronics.com
Corporate Headquarters
Willowbrook, IL USA
Phone: 1.630.323.2800
Canadian Inquiries
Toll Free: +1 1 866 592 8052
Midtronics b.v.
European Headquarters
Houten, The Netherlands
Serving Europe, Africa, the Middle
East, and The Netherlands
Phone: +31 306 868 150
Midtronics China
China Operations
Shenzhen, China
Phone: +86 755 2374 1010
Midtronics India
Navi Mumbai, India
Phone: +91 22 2756 4103/1513
Contact Corporate Headquarters
Phone: +1.630.323.2800
Frequently Asked Questions
Powering the CPX-900
Q: What does CPX-900 use for power?
A: CPX-900 has 6 internal AA batteries, accessible through a battery
door on the back of the tool. The CPX-900 draws power from the
battery under test (unless voltage is too low) when connected.
CPX-901 (Dock)
Q: Does the dock (CPX-901) recharge the AA batteries?
A: No. The AA batteries used in CPX-900 are not rechargeable.
The dock only provides power to the CPX-900 for overnight
updates.
Q: Does the CPX-901 (dock) come with the CPX-900?
A: Yes, the dock is an accessory which is included. It can also be
purchased as a spare in case it is lost.
Q: How is the CPX-901 (dock) used?
A: The dock provides two functions: 1) power to the unit for
receiving overnight updates and transmitting data; and 2) a
storage “home”.
Printer
Q: Is the printer used in CPX-900 shared with other Midtronics
products?
A: Yes, the same printer is used on the DSS-5000 platform and is
available as a replacement part.
Q: What are the specs for the printer paper?
A: The paper is a 2-¼” wide by 1-⁄” diameter thermal printer paper.
Conductance Proling™
Q: What is Conductance Proling™
A: Conductance Proling is a battery test to analyze the battery’s
reserve capacity capability, and is a part of the standard test
procedure
Q: When does the Conductance Proling™ test not run
A: The CPX-900 functions the same as DSS-5000. When the
following conditions exist, a test will not be performed:
1. Voltage of battery under test is ~< 8.5V
2. Excessive system noise
3. Battery fails to meet minimum industry standards
Replacement Parts
Part No. Description
A401 CPX-900 Paper Roll (10 pk)
A423 CPX Replacement Printer
A684 CPX-900 1M (3.28 ft.) Cable / Clamp
CPX-901 CPX-900 Dock-for overnight updates
Additional Information
Scan the QR Code to access the online
Ford CPX-900 Knowledge Base.
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