HELLA GUTMANN Mega Macs 42 SE Bike User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- HELLA GUTMANN
Table of Contents
HELLA GUTMANN Mega Macs 42 SE Bike
About this Quick Start Guide
Translation of Original Operating Instructions
The quick start guide comprises the most important information in a clearly
visible form to facilitate the start with the mega macs 42 SE Bike.
Notes for the Use of the Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide contains important information relevant to operator
safety.
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Please read the quick start guide entirely. Pay special attention to the first pages containing the safety instructions. They are provided solely to assure your safety when working with the device. You are recommended to read the individual work steps in the manual again while working with the device, in order to avoid danger to personnel and equipment or operating errors. The device shall be operated exclusively by personnel qualified in vehicle engineering. Information and knowledge included in this training is not explained further in this quick start guide. The manufacturer reserves the right to modify this quick start guide and the device itself without prior notice. We therefore recommend checking for any updates. This quick start guide must accompany the device in case of sale or other transfer. The quick start guide must be kept for the entire service life of the device and accessible at any time.
Range of Functions
The range of functions of the software may vary depending on the country, the
licenses acquired, and/or the optionally available hardware. This
documentation may therefore describe functions that are not available on the
individual device. Missing functions can be enabled by acquiring a
corresponding license subject to charge and/or additional hardware.
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions – Risk of Injury
When working on the vehicle, there is a risk of injury through rotating parts or rolling of the vehicle. Therefore regard the following:
- Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
- Additionally place gear selector lever of AT vehicles to park position.
- Deactivate the start/stop system to avoid an inadvertent engine startup.
- Connect the device to the vehicle only when ignition is switched off.
- Do not reach into rotating components when engine is running.
- Do not run cables near rotating parts.
- Check the high-voltage parts for damage.
Safety Precautions for the mega macs 42 SE Bike
To prevent incorrect handling and consequent injuries to the user or damage to the device, observe the following:
- Only connect original mains supply to the power cord (supply voltage 12 V).
- Protect the LC display and the device from prolonged exposure to solar radiation.
- Protect the device and the connecting cable from hot components.
- Protect the device and the connecting cables from rotating parts.
- Regularly check the connecting cables/accessory parts for damage (destruction of the device due to short circuit).
- Connect the device exclusively according to user manual.
- Keep the device away from fluids such as water, oil or gasoline. The mega macs 42 SE Bike is not waterproof.
- Protect the device from strong impacts and do not drop it.
- Do not open the device on your own. Only technicians authorized by Hella Gutmann are allowed to open the device. Warranty and guarantee will be rendered void at any case of unauthorized tampering of the device or if the protective seal is damaged.
- If the device malfunctions, contact Hella Gutmann or a Hella Gutmann trading partner without delay.
Product Description
Delivery Contents
Checking Delivery Contents
Please check the delivery contents upon receiving your device so that
complaints can be issued immediately regarding any potential damage.
Proceed as follows to check the delivery contents:
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Open the package supplied and check for completeness based on the delivery slip. Should you identify any damage to the package, then open the package in the presence of the delivery service and check the device for hidden damage. Any transport damage to the package supplied and damage to the device shall be registered in a damage report by the delivery service.
CAUTION:- Danger of short circuit due to loose parts in or on the device
- Danger of destruction of the device/the automotive electronics
- Never put the device into operation if you suspect that there are loose parts inside or on the device. In this case please contact the Hella Gutmann repair service or a Hella Gutmann trading partner immediately.
Intended Use
The mega macs 42 SE Bike is a mobile diagnostic device for detecting and
rectifying faults in automotive electronic
systems. It uses a diagnostic interface to establish a connection to the
automotive electronics and to provide access to descriptions of the vehicle
system. A lot of this data is transferred to the device directly from the
Hella Gutmann diagnostic database via online connection. Therefore, the device
must be permanently online. The device is not suitable for repairing
electrical machines and equipment or home electrics. Diagnostic devices from
other manufacturers will not be supported. If the device is used in a way not
authorized by Hella Gutmann, the safety of the device may be influenced.
Using the Bluetooth® Function
The terms of use of the Bluetooth® function may be restricted or prohibited
through law or corresponding legal regulations in certain countries. AObserve
the provisions in force in the respective country before using the Bluetooth®
function.
Front of Device
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LC display
(liquid crystal color display) -
ON/OFF button
Switch the device on and off. -
ESC
Finish or cancel a function. -
Arrow keys
Navigate with the cursor in menus or functions. -
ENTER
Confirm a function, input or menu. -
HGS
Call up information on the communication parameters. In case of a complaint, the Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH requires this information to detect and repair the fault. Leave the HGS menu with ESC. -
PRINT
Here you can use various functions such as:
• Save screen shot
• Print screen shot
• The Print menu
The driver package Hella Gutmann Drivers program must be installed on the PC. -
Function keys
Here you can start various functions such as:
• VIN search
• Search criteria for vehicle identification
• Connection help -
USB device interface
Use the USB device interface for data exchange between the PC and the device. -
USB host interface
The USB host interface (USB interface for short) can be used to connect external tools such as a printer or the DT VCI. -
Power supply socket
Voltage supply of the device and battery charge connection.
DT VCI Connections
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DT VCI for diagnostic connector in the vehicle
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Retaining strap for mounting e.g. a lanyard
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Green and blue indicator lamp (LED)
The indicator lamps show the operating status of the DT VCI. -
Micro USB interface for USB cable to USB interface of the PC
Meaning of the Flashing Frequencies
| Status display | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Blue LED | Green LED |
| LED switched off. | LED switched off. |
• No voltage present.
• DT VCI faulty.
LED flashes quickly (1x per sec.).| LED switched off.| • Update failed.
• Update invalid.
• DT VCI faulty.
LED flashes slowly (every 3 sec.).| LED switched off.| • Update failed.
• Update invalid.
• DT VCI faulty.
LED flashes slowly (every 3 sec.).| LED permanently on with regular brief interruptions.| DT VCI ready for operation.
Installation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package
System Requirements of Hella Gutmann Drivers
- Windows 7 SP1 or higher
- Windows administrator rights
Installation of the Hella Gutmann Drivers Package
To obtain all the data about the related vehicle provided by Hella Gutmann,
the device requires a permanent online connection and the installed driver
package Hella Gutmann Drivers. To keep the connection costs down, Hella
Gutmann recommends a DSL connection and a flat rate.
- Install the Hella Gutmann Drivers on the office or repair shop PC. The driver package Hella Gutmann Drivers program is on the supplied HGS data carrier.
- Connect the device to a web-compatible PC. Once the connection symbol in the top symbol bar changes from black to green, the online connection has been set up successfully and is active.
Initial Start-Up
This section gives a description of how to switch the device on and off as
well as all the necessary steps for the first use of the device.
Charging the Battery
Prior to initial start-up of the device, charge the battery for at least 8 to
10 h while the device is switched off.
Proceed as follows to charge the battery:
- Insert the voltage supply plug into the device’s socket.
- Insert the power plug into the plug socket. The battery is being charged.
Switching On the Device
NOTE
- When starting the device for the first time and after every software update, you need to confirm the general terms and conditions (GTC) of the Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH. Otherwise, certain device functions will be unavailable.
- The first time the device is started you need to confirm also the order processing agreement of the Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH. It governs the handling of personal data pursuant to the GDPR.
To switch on the tool:
- Switch on the tool with . The general terms and conditions appear.
- Read the general terms and conditions and confirm them at the end of the text. An info window appears.
- Confirm the info window with ENTER. The order processing agreement is indicated.
- Read the order processing agreement, then confirm it and agree to it at the end of the text.
- Confirm entry with F3. The main menu appears. Now you can start working with the device.
Entering company data
NOTE: You cannot start working with the device unless you have entered the company data. Proceed as follows to enter the company data:
- Select and confirm Company address under > Settings in the main menu.
- Select and confirm >Name 1<.
- Delete the entry with F1 where necessary.
- Open the virtual keypad with.
- Enter the company name.
- Close the virtual keypad with ESC.
- Confirm the input with ENTER. The input will be saved automatically.
- Repeat steps 2 to 6 for further entries. Now you can start working with the device.
License Release
NOTE: In order to use the full scope of the purchased licenses you need to connect the device to the HGS server prior to the first start-up.
Proceed as follows to connect the device with the HGS server:
- Select Contracts under > Settings in the main menu.
- Select >License<. Data download is in progress. Purchased licenses are displayed.
- Switch the device off and on again. Now you can start working with the device.
Switching off the Device
Proceed as follows to switch off the device:
- Switch off the device with .
- Observe the confirmation prompt.
- Switch off the device with ENTER. Abort the procedure with ESC. The device is switched off.
Configuring the Device
Configure all interfaces and functions under>Settings< in the main menu
Configuring the Bluetooth® Adapter
Configure the Bluetooth® adapter here. The integrated Bluetooth® module enables a wireless connection to a PC on which the driver package Hella Gutmann Drivers is installed.
Searching for Bluetooth® Adapter
NOTE: If the device has already been delivered with a Bluetooth® adapter, both devices are already assigned to each other ex works.
Proceed as follows to search for the Bluetooth® adapter:
- Insert the Bluetooth® adapter into the USB port of the PC.
- Select and confirm Bluetooth® under > Settings in the main menu.
- Select and confirm >Bluetooth® adapter search<. Connection is established and the search for a Bluetooth® adapter is in progress. Connection to the Bluetooth® adapter through device is established successfully if the message Bluetooth® adapter found and determined as remote station. is displayed.
- Close the info window with ENTER. Bluetooth® has been found and is being configured
Working with the Device
Symbols in the Header
Diagnostics
Precondition for Vehicle Diagnostics
To be able to perform vehicle diagnostics, observe the following:
- The DT VCI is inserted into the vehicle-specific adapter.
- The vehicle-specific adapter is inserted into the vehicle’s diagnostic connector.
- Voltage supply (12 V) of the DT VCI is ensured.
Preparing Vehicle Diagnostics
The selection of the correct vehicle is a basic precondition for trouble-free
vehicle diagnostics. The device provides various kinds of assistance to
facilitate the selection, e.g. indicating the installation position of the
diagnostic port.
The following ECU functions are possible in the >Diagnostics< menu:
- Trouble code readout
- Parameter readout
- Actuator tests
- Service reset
- Basic settings
- Codings
- Test function
Proceed as follows to prepare vehicle diagnostics:
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Select the requested vehicle in the main menu >Diagnosis<.
The device automatically switches to the diagnostic selection. -
Insert the DT VCI into the vehicle’s diagnostic connector.
Both LEDs of the DT VCI flash. The DT VCI is ready for operation. Now you can select the type of diagnostics.
Performing Diagnostics
Proceed as follows to perform diagnostics:
- Select the requested vehicle in the main menu >Diagnosis<. The device automatically switches to the diagnostic selection.
- Insert the DT VCI into the vehicle’s diagnostic connector. Both LEDs of the DT VCI flash. The DT VCI is ready for operation.
- Select the requested diagnostics.
- Observe the information window, note window, and instruction window as applicable. The diagnostic procedure between diagnostic device and the DT VCI takes place via Bluetooth®. Connection to the DT VCI is established if the symbol changes from black to green.
- Repair the vehicle. Then clear the saved trouble codes from the vehicle system.
References
- gutmann.com
- Startseite | Trainingsportal
- Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH: Hella Gutmann Solutions
- Hella Gutmann Solutions GmbH: Manuals