Autel 808 Ranges Update: Special Function&Active Test, Battery Test and Digital Inspection

Autel 808 Ranges are upgraded now! New functions – Special Function&Active Test, Battery Test and Digital Inspection are added.

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Here we will introduce 3 new functions one by one.

Part 1. Special Function&Active Test

Part 2. Battery Test

Part 3. Digital Inspection

Part 4. FAQ

 

Part 1. Special Function&Active Test

 

1.Screen Display:

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2.Supported Models

MX808, MX808TS, MK808, MK808BT, MK808TS, TS608, IM508

 

3.Required Version

V2.62 or above (Released at Jun-1-2022)

 

4.How to Get New Function?

Tape “Update” icon to update the device’s system version to V2.62 or above one and download all available vehicle software.

Note: If there is not enough storage for downloading update, customer can insert a micro SD card to the device.

 

5.What is Active Test function and Special Function?

a)Active Test function is used for outputting signal to vehicle control unit using the device to control actuator for test, so that it can test whether the actuator works normally, such as Fuel Pumps test, EGR test, etc.

b)Special Function generally refers to the initial adaptation, self-learning or some auto detection function with many procedures that the vehicle is performed after maintenance or reset is done or some related component in electronic control system is replaced, such as Crankshaft Position Sensor Learn.

 

6.How to perform Active test Function?

a)Read vehicle by auto detect, manual input or manual selection

b)Select Auto scan or Control Unit —– (Powertrain/Body/Chassis) —- relevant module—Active test

c)Take steps by following the on-screen instructions

 

7.How to perform Special Function?

a)Read vehicle by Auto detect or manual input or manual selection

b)Select Auto scan or Control Unit —– (Powertrain/Body/Chassis) —- (relevant module) —Special function

c)Take steps by following the on-screen instructions

 

8.What vehicle can the device support Active test and Special Function?

All vehicle brands that the device can support.

 

9.Which area of device will be added the new function?

Device that is purchased from all area except China Mainland.

 

Part 2. Battery Test

 

1.Screen Display

Note: This function needs to work with MaxiBAS BT506 (need separate purchase)

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2.Supported Model

MK808BT, MK808TS, MX808TS, DS808BT, DS808TS, MP808BTMP808TS

 

3.Required Version

V2.62 or above (Released at Jun-1-2022)

 

4.How to get the new function?

Tape “Update” icon to update the device’s system version to V2.62 or above one and download all available vehicle software.

Note: If there is not enough storage for downloading update, customer can insert a micro SD card to the device.

 

5.What is Battery Test?

Battery Test function is a battery and electrical system analysis function that uses adaptive conductance, an advanced battery analysis method to produce a more accurate examination of the battery’s cold cranking ability and reserve capacity, which is vital to determining a battery’s true health. It enables technicians to view the health status of the vehicle’s battery and electrical system. Together with the BT506, this application can complete battery & starting and charging system tests and display the test results.

Battery Test function includes In Vehicle test and Out of Vehicle test function.

In-vehicle Test is used for testing batteries that are installed in a vehicle. An in-vehicle test includes battery test, starter test, and generator test. These tests help determine the health status of the battery, the starter, and the generator, respectively.

Out-vehicle Test is used to test the condition of batteries that are not connected to a vehicle. This function aims to check the health status of the battery only.

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6.What device is in need except the tablet device to perform the battery test function?

MaxiBAS BT506 (Need purchasing separately).

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7.How to perform Battery test?

 

7.1 To perform the In-vehicle battery test

Note: The complete in-vehicle test includes battery test, starter test and generator test, in sequence.

 

7.1.1 Battery Test

a)Connect MaxiBas BT506 with tablet device

b)Tap the Battery Test application on the MaxiSys Job Menu

c)Tap In-vehicle test

d)(Optional) Establish communications between the VCI and vehicle by following the on-screen instructions on the OBD connect screen

Note: OBD connect is recommended and is used for automatically obtain battery type and location

e)Confirm the vehicle information. The vehicle information screen automatically displays when vehicle communication is established. A Battery location button will pop up from the bottom of the screen

f)Tap Next and access the Battery tab. Perform required operation before the battery test based on the on-screen instructions. And tap the Start Testing button

g)Wait for the battery test to complete and view the test results

 

7.1.2 Starter Test

a)Tap Continue. Perform required operations before the battery test based on the on-screen instructions. And tap the Start Testing button

b)Turn on the vehicle ignition to ON when the following screen appears

c)Wait for the test to complete and view the test results

 

7.1.3 Generator Test

a)Tap Continue. Perform required operations based on the on-screen instruction

b)Tap Continue and view the test results

 

7.2 To perform the out-vehicle battery test

a)Connect MaxiBas BT506 with tablet device

b)Turn on MaxiBas BT506 and connect it to the battery

c)Tap the Battery Test application on the MaxiSys Job Menu

d)Tap Out-vehicle test

e)Check the battery information and tap Start Testing

f)Wait for the battery test to complete and view the test results

 

8.How to check battery test report?

Tap Report button at the end of each test to check the test report, or go to Data Manager—Vehicle Information—-Battery Test to check the test report after a test is completed.

 

9.Which area of device will be added the new function?

Device that is purchased from all area except China Mainland.

 

Part 3. Digital Inspection

 

1.Screen Display

Note: This function needs to work with Digital Inspection Camera MV105/108 and its fittings (need separate purchase).

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2.Supported Models

MK808, MK808BT, MK808TS, MX808, MX808TS, MP808, MP808BT, MP80TS, DS808, DS808BT, DS808K, DS808TS

 

3.Required Version

V2.62 or above (Released at Jun-1-2022)

 

4.How to get the new function?

Tap Update icon to update the device’s system version to V2.62 or above one and download all available vehicle software.

Note: If there is not enough storage for downloading update, customer can insert a micro SD card to the device.

 

5.What is Digital Inspection?

The Digital Inspection application configures the MaxiSys Diagnostics Device to operate as a digital video scope by simply connecting the tablet to a Digital Inspection Camera. This function allows you to examine difficult-to-reach areas normally hidden from sight, with the ability to record digital still images and videos, which offers you an economical solution to inspect machinery, facilities, and infrastructure in a safe and quick way.

 

6.What device is in need except the tablet device to perform the Digital Inspection?

Digital Inspection Camera MV105/108 and its fittings (Need purchasing separately).

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7.How to perform Digital Inspection?

 

7.1 To take images using the Digital Inspection application

a)Connect the imager head cable to the USB port on the top of the tablet.

b)If not already done, power up the tablet.

c)Tap the Digital Inspection application on the MaxiSys Job Menu. The Digital

Inspection interface displays, showing a camera operating screen. The imager

head camera is used by default.

d)Select the Camera icon at the lower-right corner to take images.

e)Focus the image to be captured in the view finder by adjusting and properly

locating the imager head cable.

f)Tap the blue ring on the screen. The view finder now displays the captured picture

and auto-saves the taken photo.

g)Tap the thumbnail image on the top-right corner of the screen to view the stored

image. Slide the screen left and right to view the images.

h)Tap on the selected image and the edit toolbar instantly displays.

i)Tap the corresponding button to share or delete an image.

j)Tap the Back or Home button on the Navigation Bar at the bottom of the screen

k)to exit the Digital Inspection application.

 

7.2 To record a video using the Digital Inspection application

a)Connect the imager head cable to the USB port on the top side of the tablet.

  1. b) If not already done, power up the tablet.

c)Tap the Digital Inspection application on the MaxiSys Job Menu. The Digital Inspection interface displays, showing a camera operating screen. The Imager head camera is used by default.

d)Select the Video icon at the lower-right corner to record a video.

e)Properly locate the imager head cable to focus the inspection scene for recording.

f)Tap the red ring on the operating screen to start recording.

g)Tap the red circle again to stop recording. The recorded video is automatically saved.

h)Tap the gallery icon at the bottom-right corner to review all recorded videos.

i)Select the corresponding button on the upper-right corner to search or delete a

video.

 

8.Which area of device will be added the new function?

Device that is purchased from all area except China Mainland.

 

Part 4. FAQ

Q1: MX808/MK808 is added new functions, are devices sold before also added new functions?

A1: New functions will be added through program update.

 

Q2: Now MS906 doesn’t suppport digital inspection, will it support after this update?

A2: No, MS906 doesn’t support digital inspection because it doesn’t have USB port.

 

Q3: Will devices after this update be equipped with programs of battey test etc.?

A3: Devices before this update need manual update, while devices after this update will be added new functons.

 

Q4: I have mk906bt and mx808bt, but both get update notifications, I see it’s about 808 ranges?

A4: Versions of MX808 and 908P ranges are basically the same but functions are different. For example. Benz versions in both devices are V18.43, but MX808 doesn’t support online coding&programming and 908p supports.

 

Alright, those are new updates of Autel 808 Ranges.

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