FOXWELL NT604 OBD2 Scanner and BT100 Pro Battery Tester User Manual

1. Inleiding

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the operation and maintenance of your FOXWELL NT604 OBD2 Scanner and BT100 Pro Battery Tester. These devices are designed to assist in diagnosing vehicle issues and assessing battery health, providing valuable information for vehicle maintenance.

The FOXWELL NT604 is an advanced diagnostic scan tool capable of reading and clearing fault codes, displaying live data, and performing various tests on key vehicle systems. The FOXWELL BT100 Pro is a professional battery analyzer designed to test 12V batteries, providing accurate readings on battery voltage, CCA, internal resistance, and overall health.

2. Instellen

2.1 Het apparaat uitpakken

Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Verify that all items listed in the product packaging are present. Retain the packaging for future storage or shipping.

2.2 Eerste inschakeling

The NT604 scanner typically powers on when connected to a vehicle's OBD-II port. The BT100 Pro battery tester powers on when connected to a 12V battery.

FOXWELL NT604 OBD2 Scanner and BT100 Pro Battery Tester devices

Figure 2.1: The FOXWELL NT604 OBD2 Scanner and BT100 Pro Battery Tester.

3. Bediening

3.1 FOXWELL NT604 OBD2 Scanner Operation

The NT604 scanner connects to your vehicle's On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD-II) port to access vehicle system information.

Zoek de OBD-II-poort: De OBD-II-poort bevindt zich meestal onder het dashboard aan de bestuurderskant.
Sluit de scanner aan: Plug the NT604's diagnostic cable into the vehicle's OBD-II port. The scanner will power on automatically.
Vehicle Communication: The scanner will attempt to establish communication with the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit). Follow on-screen prompts.
Hoofdmenunavigatie: Use the navigation buttons (up, down, left, right, OK, ESC) to select desired functions from the main menu. Common functions include:
- Codes lezen: Retrieves Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the vehicle's systems.
- Codes wissen: Erases DTCs from the vehicle's memory. Note: Clearing codes does not fix the underlying problem. Address the issue before clearing codes.
- Actuele gegevens: Displays real-time sensor data from the vehicle.
- Bevroren beeld: Legt een momentopname vast van de bedrijfsomstandigheden van het voertuig op het moment dat een foutcode werd gegenereerd.
- I/M-gereedheid: Controleert de status van emissiemonitoren.
- System Diagnostic: Accesses specific vehicle systems like Engine, ABS, SRS (Airbag), and Transmission for detailed diagnostics.

FOXWELL NT604 displaying 10 Modes Full OBDII functions

Figure 3.1: The NT604 scanner's main menu showing various OBDII functions.

FOXWELL NT604 performing 4 System Diagnostic functions

Figure 3.2: The NT604 scanner's capability to diagnose Engine, ABS, SRS, and Transmission systems.

3.2 FOXWELL BT100 Pro Battery Tester Operation

The BT100 Pro is designed for testing 12V automotive batteries. It can perform tests both in-vehicle and out-of-vehicle.

De batterij voorbereiden: Zorg ervoor dat de accupolen schoon en vrij van corrosie zijn.
Sluit de tester aan:
- Sluit de rode cl aanamp naar de positieve (+) accupool.
- Sluit de zwarte cl aanamp naar de negatieve (-) accupool.
- De tester wordt automatisch ingeschakeld.
Selecteer testtype:
- In-Vehicle Test: For batteries installed in the vehicle.
- Out-of-Vehicle Test: For standalone batteries.
Selecteer batterijtype: Choose the correct battery type (e.g., Regular Flooded, AGM Flat Plate, AGM Spiral, GEL) from the menu. Incorrect selection may lead to inaccurate results.
Enter CCA Rating: Voer de koudstartwaarde in. Amps (CCA) rating found on the battery label.
Test uitvoeren: The tester will perform the analysis and display results such as:
- Deeltage
- Gemeten CCA
- Interne weerstand
- Gezondheidstoestand (SOH)
- Laadstatus (SOC)

FOXWELL BT100 Pro showing in-vehicle and out-of-vehicle testing methods

Figure 3.3: The BT100 Pro supports both in-vehicle and out-of-vehicle battery testing.

Man using FOXWELL BT100 Pro to test a car battery

Figure 3.4: The BT100 Pro provides detailed battery status including internal resistance, CCA, and health display.

4. Onderhoud

4.1 Reinigen

Veeg het apparaat af met een zachte, damp Gebruik een doek. Gebruik geen schurende reinigingsmiddelen of oplosmiddelen. Zorg ervoor dat het apparaat droog is voordat u het opbergt.

4.2 Software-updates

Periodically check the FOXWELL official website for software updates for the NT604 scanner. Updates can improve performance, add new features, and expand vehicle compatibility. Follow the instructions provided on the webwebsite voor het bijwerken van de apparaatfirmware.

4.3 Opslag

Store the devices in a clean, dry environment, away from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Keep cables neatly coiled to prevent damage.

5. Probleemoplossing

Probleem	Mogelijke oorzaak	Oplossing
NT604 gaat niet aan.	Loose OBD-II connection; vehicle's OBD-II port fuse blown; vehicle battery low.	Ensure secure connection. Check vehicle's OBD-II port fuse. Verify vehicle battery voltage.
NT604 fails to link with vehicle.	Incorrect protocol selected; vehicle ignition off; faulty connection.	Ensure ignition is ON. Check cable connection. Try a different vehicle if possible to isolate the issue.
BT100 Pro does not power on.	Losse batterij clamp connection; battery voltagte laag.	Zorg ervoor dat clamps are securely attached to clean battery terminals. Test a different battery if available.
Inaccurate BT100 Pro readings.	Incorrect battery type or CCA entered; dirty battery terminals.	Verify battery type and CCA input. Clean battery terminals thoroughly.

6. Specificaties