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Introduction Connections
2.3 Connections
The scan tool uses two connections; a USB port and a data cable port (Figure 2-2 on page 3).
2.3.1 USB Port
The USB port is for connecting to a personal computer (PC) and is used for updating the internal
software, and for transferring saved files. The scan tool receives power through the USB port
when it is connected to a PC.
2.3.2 Data Cable Connector
The data cable connector is used to connect the scan tool to a vehicle data link connector (DLC)
for testing. The scan tool automatically powers up when it is connected to a vehicle.
2.4 Power Supply
The scan tool can be operated by two power sources:
• Vehicle Power on page 5
• USB Power on page 6
2.4.1 Vehicle Power
Vehicle power is required for the scan tool to properly communicate with the vehicle during testing.
The Data Cable provides power to the unit through the vehicle data link connector (DLC). The
scan tool turns on automatically whenever it is connected to a DLC with power.
Two auxiliary power cables are available as optional equipment for the scan tool. These cables
are used for testing non-OBD-II/EOBD vehicles without battery power on the diagnostic
connector. Optional adapters are also needed to connect to these vehicles. Refer to Auxiliary
Power Cables (Optional) on page 7 for information on connecting to a vehicle with these cables.
1— Battery Power Cable
2— Lighter Power Cable
Figure 2-3
Auxiliary power cables
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