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1. 17 6 12 MERTOR a ADS OO ass cin acer cha tin 18 6 13 VOLVO MACK VCADS PRO 19 6 14 MACK PREMIUM TECH TOOL CAEN SCR 19 7 SETTING UP YOUR J2534 COMPLIANT OEM APPLICATIONS AND DPA 5 2 2 20 8 TROUBLESHOOTING VALIDATING YOUR DPA WITH ADAPTER VALIDATION TOOL AVT 21 8 1 CONNECTION RELATED ISSUES cccceccecececececcccccecececcececececeacecececeacacececsceacecececseacececsceaceceeeseaeacecececsacacecececeacececessaeacecesecsaceceeeseueaces 21 8 2 SEEING DPA IN OEM APPLICATION VDA SELECTION LIST cccececececcececececcccscecececccececececcecececeasececececeacecececeasaceceeeeeaceceeseeaeaceeees 24 8 3 DISBSREEATED 25 8 4 ADVANCED DECIR CAP ES CNN NOT 25 9 J2534 TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR 27 9 1 CONNECTION RELATED ccs cT 27 9 2 WS B RELATED ISSUES PT Tu 29 10 DPA OPTIONS PRHOGHAM c cicusn taxi xulicoxx
2. esses seen 13 5 AUTOMATIC FIRMWARE UPDATE STEP 6 OF 6 14 6 SETTING UP YOUR RP1210 COMPLIANT OEM DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATIONS 4 1 15 6 1 NOTES ON SELECTING AN RP1210 COMPLIANT 15 6 2 CONFIGURING APPLICATIONS TO USE THE 5 1 111 hee ese 15 6 3 ass DOC 15 6 4 BENDDCABS DIAGNOSTICS 16 6 5 CATERPILLAR ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN 16 6 6 CUMMINS INSITE S U K o O 16 6 7 DETROIT DIESEL DIAGNOSTIC LINK VI 56 UNDA MM E UIS IUE OIN DO Un rab 16 6 8 DAMNA DISGNOSTIE E MEME M MEME M MEM E 17 6 9 EATON SERVICERANGER S nn rE RE E 17 6 10 FREIGHTLINER SERVICE T 17 6 11 INTERNATIONAL
3. 41 14 2 RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION 1 1 144 4 411 2 41 15 WARRANTY INFORMATION AND LIMITATION 5 5 42 15 1 WARRANTY INFORMATION RR rennin nearr 42 15 2 ST PE VIS rare EEE a E O ARN 42 16 APPENDIX A DPA 5 MANUAL FIRMWARE 43 16 1 LAUNCH THE DPA FLASH UPDATER TO EIU PI 44 17 APPENDIX B SOFTWARE DEVELOPER INTEGRATOR 5 aaa 45 17 1 BUNDLING THE DPA WITH YOUR OEM INSTALLATION SILENT INSTALL cccccecececcecececececcececececececececeaeccececeeeacececeseueaceceeeesaceceeeeeess 45 18 APPENDIX C AND CERTIFICATION INDUSTRY CANADA INFORMATION 46 18 1 UPI YES EE sm cee aes G 46 19 APPENDIX D WINDOWS VISTA AND WINDOWS 7 SUPPORT 5
4. EE ZU Ew accom Tus Veni 30 10 1 DPA OPTIONS VERSION 2 0 NOTES RP1210 DPA DRIVER SETS eese rennen nnn 30 10 2 SET OPTIONS FOR DPA DEVICE API ooii ce eeeeeececcccccsseeeccecccccceseeccececcccsceecececcaaeaceeecececauaseeceecccaaauecesececaaaateeseeeeeaaaneeeess 31 10 3 J1939 FAST TRANSPORT LAYER FAST TRANSPORT OPTION esses eene nnne nns 31 Page 3 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 10 4 DEBUG LOGGING LEVEL RP 1 210B INI OPTION DEBUGLEVEL 31 10 5 DEBUG FILE NAME RP1210B INI OPTION 31 10 6 DEBUG FILE SIZE RP1210B INI OPTION 2 31 10 7 DEBUG FILE MODE RP1210B INI OPTION 32 10 8 AUTOMATIC TIBRAWARE UPDATE 32 10 9 DPA 5 BLUETOOTH CONFIGURATION 33 11 RUNNING THE BLUETOOTH CONFIGURATION 34 11 1 CREATING A NEW 1210 DEVICEID FROM A NEWLY PAIRED DPA 5 e see sisse esse eese esse sene 35 11 2
5. 47 19 1 WAC AND THE STANDARD tuner Muppet EDU aT 47 19 2 UAC AND THE DEARBORN GROUP ADAPTER VALIDATION TOOL 0 1 47 19 3 UAC REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DPA UTILITY PROGRAMS cccecececececcecececccccecececececcscececeacececeseceacececeseaeacecececeacececeseueaceceeeeeaeeceeeeeass 47 19 4 MORE INFORMATION ON UAG Oran xtA mo APO eni a 47 20 APPENDIX E DPA UTILITIES VERSION INFORMATION FOR THIS 48 21 APPENDIX F LIST OF ACRONYMS USED IN THIS 49 Page 4 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 1 Safety First It is essential that the user read this document carefully before using the hardware The DPA 5 device is to be used by those trained in the troubleshooting and diagnostics of light duty through heavy duty vehicles The user is assumed to have a very good understanding of the electronic systems contained on the vehicles and the potential hazards related to working in a shop floor environment DG understands that there are numerous safety hazards that cannot be foreseen so we recommend that the user read and follow all safety messages in this manual on all of your shop equipment from your veh
6. 6 221 12534 OEM SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY 7 2 2 STANDARDS AND PROTOCOLS SUPPORTED e 7 23 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 8 2 4 SINGLE APPLICATION VERSUS MULTI APPLICATION DRIVERS ccccecececececcecscecececcececececcccecececeaeececececeacececeeeaeacececececsececeeeusaceceeeeecseceeeeeasa 9 3 GETTING STARTED WITH THE DPA STEPS 1 4 OF 6 10 3 1 DRIVER INSTALLATION m 10 3 2 CONNECT USB CABLE TO THE DPA AND THEN TO PC scccoccecececsccccorecscecsetorscsccecorecsavaceseresscecsaseusavacetorensceceavevsasnceeerensacceneersevaveeaves 11 221 CONNECT VEHICLE SIDE CABLE TOTHE DP ssec iste obstinate ebnbstic diesen eden LEE 11 3 2 CONNECT VEHICLE SIDE CABLE TO THE VEHICLE ccccecececececcccccecececcecscececcccscecececeacecececeacececececeacecececeacececececececeseceasacecesecsacececeeeusaces 11 4 FINALIZE PC INSTALL STEP 5 OF VIE Mab ux DS ennnen ennnen nennen 12 4 1 FINALIZE PC INSTALL ON WINDOWS 2000 XP VISTA OR 7 32 12 4 2 FINALIZE PC INSTALL ON VISTA 7 64 3
7. 9 1 1 JVT Test Outcomes If the J2534 Status Window turns red then there is a problem causing the PC not to communicate with the adapter This may be something as simple as having power to the adapter or having a USB cabling issue Disconnect the adapter from the vehicle and PC then reconnect them this time connecting to another USB port on the PC If the J2534 Status Window turns green and the J2534 Data Message Window turns red then the PC is seeing the adapter but not seeing messages from the vehicle Check the vehicle ignition switch and vehicle to adapter cabling disconnect the adapter from the vehicle and PC then reconnect them If you see data in the J2534 Data Message Window then the adapter is installed and functioning properly Page 27 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual If after following the Test Results Discussion and Next Steps screen you cannot get the adapter to read data contact DG technical support 9 1 2 Protocol 1 s J2534 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connection 42534 Data Message Window Tests VDA to Vehicle Connection DG TECHNOLOGIES Vehicle Network Solutions Configure Device V Dearborn Group Inc J2534 Validation Tool Version 1 0 0 3 Device 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills 48335 248 888 2000 www dgtech co
8. 14 2 Return Merchandise Authorization RMA If technical support has deemed that there may be a physical problem with your DPA you will be issued you an RMA number You would then return the product along with any documentation of ownership you have proof of purchase price to the following address Product Service Repairs Attn RMA xxxxxxx DG Technologies 33604 West 8 Mile Road Farmington Hills 48335 Page 41 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 15 Warranty Information and Limitation Statements 15 1 Warranty Information The Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for two 2 years following date of shipment Cables both USB and vehicle are warranted for 90 days Dearborn Group Inc will at its option repair or replace at no cost to the customer products which prove to be defective during the warranty period provided the defect or failure is not due to misuse abuse or alteration of the product The customer is responsible for shipment of the defective product to DG This warranty does not cover damage to any item that Dearborn Group Inc determines has been damaged by the customer s abuse misuse negligence improper assembly modification or operation of the product A Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number must be issued to the customer by our Technical Support Department at 248 888 2000 and must be included w
9. Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Device 1 DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB 2 DG DPA 5 Quad CAN USB USB Protocol J1708 or J1939 depending on your application Then click the Run Test button Depending on the results of the test both the RP1210 Status Window and RP1210 Data Message Window will turn green pass or red fail 8 1 1 AVT Test Outcomes If the RP1210 Status Window turns red then there is a problem causing the PC not to communicate with the DPA This may be something as simple as having power to the DPA or a USB issue Disconnect the DPA from the vehicle and PC then reconnect them this time connecting to another USB port on the PC If the RP1210 Status Window turns green and the RP1210 Data Message Window turns red then the PC is seeing the DPA but not seeing messages from the data bus Check the vehicle ignition switch and vehicle to adapter cabling Disconnect the DPA from the vehicle and PC then reconnect them If you see data in the RP1210 Data Message Window your DPA is installed and functioning properly Refer to Chapter 6 on how to configure your OEM application to use the DPA Read the Test Results Discussion and Next Steps screen carefully and follow those directions to help diagnose where the issue may be If after reading and following those instructions you cannot get the DPA working please contact DG technical support 1 Many DPA technical support calls could have been avoided by follow
10. Dearborn Protocol Adapter DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual Driver Version Native Drivers Version DPA 5 Dual CAN Bluetooth Firmware Version DPA 5 Quad CAN Firmware Version DPA 5 J2534 Drivers Version DPA Utilities Document Revision Revision 6 8 Document Date 01 11 2012 2012 Dearborn Group Inc 1 26 10 05 65 110 67 109 1 0 24 0 1 17 DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual Permission 15 granted to copy any or all portions of this manual provided that such copies are for use with the DPA product and that 2012 Dearborn Group Inc herein referred to as Dearborn Group DG Technologies or DG remains on all copies The accompanying software provided for use with the DPA 5 is also copyrighted Permission is granted to copy this software for back up purposes only IMPORTANT To ensure your success with this product it is essential that you read this document carefully before using the hardware Damage caused by misuse of the hardware is not covered under product warranty When using this manual please remember the following This manual may be changed in whole or in part without notice DG assumes no responsibility for any damage resulting from the use of this hardware and software Q Specifications presented herein are provided for illustration purposes only and may not accurately represent the latest revisions of hardware software or cabling
11. Software Developer Integrator Notes This section is relevant only to software development engineers and systems integrators 17 1 Bundling the DPA with Your OEM Installation Silent Install The installation application can be run in silent mode which removes all required user interaction The silent installation does not prompt the user or display a screen at any point Q After the install a reboot of the PC is necessary 17 1 1 Silent Install Command Line DPAbInstall exe s d SILENT components to install The components to install can be any combination of the following DG 5 Dual CAN USB drivers and associated files B DPA 5 Bluetooth drivers and associated files C DG DPA 5 Quad CAN USB drivers and associated files Examples Silently install DPA 5 drivers with Bluetooth Option DPAS5Install exe s d_SILENT_ AB NOTE Please test and ensure that the command line you provide to DPA4Install exe is correct Otherwise only the baseline components will be installed but the RP1210 API will not be functional 17 1 2 Controlling Automatic Firmware Update Variable on Silent Install If you are a software development engineer or system integrator and wish to use the silent installation but you want to change the Automatic Firmware Update setting to a value other than 1 default you can do so by changing the registry value of the following variable during a post installation event DPA 4 Plus DG1210
12. DPA 5 Bluetooth RP1210 DevicelD pairings that are found in the DGDPABSA INI file allowing you to delete an RP1210 DevicelD pairing if you wish v Discover DPA 5 Bluetooth devices on Virtual COM Ports and create a new 1210 DevicelD pairing that can be used by OEM software applications Note The DPA 5 must have power in order to create the Virtual COM Port and RP1210 DevicelD pairing Page 34 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual DG Technologies DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility Version 1 2 Bluetooth DPA 5 Pairings Found DGDPASSA INI i DPA 5 Device Name COM Port Device ID 0 DPA 5 0000 13EF 6510 Bluetooth 11 Discovered Bluetooth DPA 5 Devices be Added to 55 COM Port Message Delete Pairing from DGDPAS5SA INI C8 00 8 1 DG Technologies DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility Version 1 2 Image showing a DPA 5 Bluetooth entry 11 1 Creating a New RP1210 DevicelD from a Newly Paired DPA 5 After you have paired a DPA 5 with you PC and created a Virtual COM Port click the Discover Bluetooth DPAs button Any Bluetooth DPAs that you have paired with will be automatically added to the DGDPA5SA INI file OEM applications will now be able to see and use that particular DPA 5 as RP1210 DevicelD 160 NOTE Sometimes the detection process through the virtual COM port does not see the D
13. Firmware Update Even though automatic firmware update comes defaulted to on there may be a time you need to update your DPA firmware manually The first step in a manual firmware update is to find which version of firmware you have You can use the AVT utility after connecting the DPA to a power source Start gt Programs Dearborn Group Products DPA 5 Adapter Validation Tool X DG Technologies 1210 Adapter Validation Tool IE Vendor DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Run Test Quit Device 1 DG DPA 5 Dual C N USB USB RP121032 INI File Protocol 31939 Advanced Test RP1210 Status Window Tests PC to YDA Connection RP1210 Data Message Window Tests YDA to Vehicle Connection 33604 West Eight Mile Road DG TECHNOLOGIES x 339 Vehicle Network Solutions www dgtech com sales dgtech com oelect the correct DPA adapter Vendor DGDPA5SA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Device 1 DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB Protocol 1708 any protocol works Then click the Run Test button When the test has finished running go to the RP1210 Status Window and scroll down to the line that reads RP1210 ReadDetailedVersion and look for the entry FW The last numbers the line indicates which version of firmware you have note the yellow circle If you are not at the correct
14. Pictures V Paint Du Windows Update j Notepad Welcome Center DPA Firmware Updater DG Diagnostics DPA Options Sample Source Application Command Prompt gt All Programs Games Recent Items Computer 4 11 Accessories E Calculator Command Prompt Ej Notepad Paint mi Remote Desktop Connection Run L Sound Recorder Sync Center 4 Welcome Center Windows Explorer E Windows Sidebar 5 WordPad d Ease of Access System Tools Music MESI Recent Items Computer Network Connect To Control Panel Default Programs Help and Support Type the name of a program Folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it For you n After the drivers are installed you will be prompted to restart your computer While your PC is rebooting continue following the next instructions 3 2 Connect USB Cable to the DPA and Then to PC Remove the sticker covering the USB port and connect the USB cable to the DPA and PC The USB cable that comes with the DPA 5 has ears that allow the cable to be screwed into standoff screws on the DPA 5 frame greatly reducing the chance of breaking the USB connector on the DPA circuit board PC side USB Cable 3 1 Connect Vehicle Side Cable to the DPA Connect the vehicle side of the cable the DB26 connector to your DPA before you connect to the vehicle see the note
15. bar will keep you informed of the download progress should you choose to download the latest drivers by clicking the Download button When you click the Download buiton you will be prompted to confirm starting of the download Note The DG Update application can only download and install one item at a time The user will be prompted for whichever one they want to update first The reason that only one can be downloaded at a time is that the after the drivers are unzipped the installation program begins automatically The DG Update program must exit because the installation program may have a newer version of the DG Driver Update utility to install After choosing Yes the program will download the drivers and update the progress bar while doing so Once the drivers have been downloaded the application will unzip them and start the installation process The dialog box will go away after the install has been started DG Technologies DG Driver Update Utility Dearborn Group Driver and Software Updater Item Name 1 712 230 34 232 973 Bytes Exit Advanced Settings Waiting for download to finish After the drivers have been downloaded to the Windows temp directory if you wish to save them for other machines they will be unzipped and the program will exit right after starting the new driver installation Follow the installation instructions in the appropriate User Manual Page 39 of 49
16. drivers as well as Society of Automotive Engineers SAE J2534 compliant drivers Dearborn Group Technology wew Dearborn Protocol A dapter O Dual CAN 0765098764328 M 5QA6A4 1015 0037 DPA 5 with Dual CAN Channels DPA 5 with Quad CAN Channels with Bluetooth Communications No Bluetooth Communications The DPA 5 Dual CAN Bluetooth device is the most commonly sold DG DPA 5 product This manual is geared more to this product however the concepts also apply to the DPA 5 Quad CAN Distinctions will be made as appropriate HHHH Before switching communications modes from USB to Bluetooth and vice versa the DPA 5 Dual CAN Bluetooth must be powered off and then back on DPA 5 Dual CAN Bluetooth USB 2 1 RP1210 OEM Software Compatibility The adapter you have purchased is provided with a Technology and Maintenance Council TMC RP1210B compliant backwards compatible with RP1210A interface and has been validated against the following OEM and component applications Allison DOC Bendix ACOM Caterpillar Electronic Technician Freightliner ServiceLink International Diamond Logic Builder International InTune Cummins Insite International Master Diagnostics International ServiceMaxx Mack and Volvo VCADS PTT Meritor WABCO Toolbox Vansco 5 ZF Meritor TransSoft Cummins PowerSpec Dana Diagnostic Tool Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Link Detroit Diesel Reprogram
17. handling multiple OEM applications simultaneously DG recommends that you use the DGDPASSA single application drivers as much as possible They are a much better choice for time critical applications such as reflashing and diagnostic tests i e cylinder cutout Use the DGDPA5MA drivers only as necessary such as when needing to run an engine application alongside a transmission application or when needing to record vehicle data with one program while running an OEM application O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 3 Getting Started with the DPA Steps 1 4 of 6 If you ordered the DPA 5 as part of a kit it should include the following items lt 4 ye Rugged Plastic Carrying Case DPA 5 Diagnostic Tool 6 pin 9 pin Deutsch Connector Y Cable for vehicle side connection o The cable supports two CAN channels configured for the Freightliner Cascadia USB Cable gold plated with screw in ears to secure the cable to the DPA 5 case DPA 5 Installation Disc Printed Quick Start Sheet Bluetooth PC dongle if a Bluetooth kit was purchased Please note that DG Technologies does customize our kits for our vendors so what you receive may vary 3 1 Driver Installation Install DPA drivers from CD before connecting DPA to your PC To install drivers you must be logged into the administrator account or have administrator privileges If you run into problems installing the drivers or t
18. is running Windows Vista or Windows 7 you will be prompted for administrator privileges The following is the dialog box that will appear when AVT is launched and a problem is found in the main RP121032 INI file DG Technologies RP1210 Adapter Validation Problems found in the RP 121032INIfile Some RP 1210 programs may not work until they are fixed It is suggested that you click the Fix Change RP 121032 INI File button to make these changes You will need Administrator privileges to do this When you press the Fix Change RP121032 INI File button AVT will bring up a separate program called Fix INI that will allow you to view and fix the RP121032 INI file if there are errors detected You can also change the VDA that appears first in the list of the OEM diagnostic software applications In the example below a bad INI file was detected depicted by a yellow background Note the multiple commas and spaces between entries Click the Make Changes button and the INI file problem will be corrected If you wish to make a specific adapter first in the list you can select that vendor in the Vendor to Make First in List before pressing the Make Changes button n DG Technologies FixINI Current INI File Untouched 4 Proposed INI File VVith Changes RP1210S8upport A PIImplementations DGDPAS5SA DG121032 DX121032 VE12 1p32 NXULNK32 DGDPASSA DPA
19. level see manual cover page for which version you should be at then you need to run the DPA Flash Updater outlined in the following steps Status Window gt Eam Page 43 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 16 1 Launch the DPA Flash Updater Program 1 Stop all applications that are using the DPA 5 if any 2 Start the DPA Flash Updater program Start gt Programs Dearborn Group Products DPA 5 DPA Flash Updater 5 Firmware Updater Adapter DPA 5 Dual CAN USB eee USB 0 25 50 75 100 Exit 33604 West Eight Mile Road DG TECHNOLOGIES Select Firmware File Vehicle Network Solutions www dgtech com sales dgtech com 3 Select the correct firmware file the latest version is already selected by default If the firmware file exists the Firmware box will turn green a NOTE Firmware files are located in separate sub directories under the Utilities directory where the DPA drivers are installed typically C Program Files Dearborn Group Products DPA 5 Utilities DPA5_ Firmware 4 Click on the Update Firmware button and select Yes if you receive a warning dialog 5 After the download is finished disconnect power from the DPA wait 5 seconds and then reconnect power Page 44 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 17 Appendix B
20. license is granted by implication or otherwise for any patents or other rights of DG or of any third party The DG logo is a registered trademark of Dearborn Group Inc Other products that may be referenced in this manual are trademarks of their respective manufacturers The DPA Product line has been awarded the following U S Patents Patent Patent Overview 6 772 248 08 03 04 Protocol adapter for in vehicle networks 7 152 133 12 19 06 Expanded functionality protocol adapter for in vehicle networks and a Host Computer vehicle networks operating in a J1939 or J1708 protocol DG Technologies 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills MI 48335 Phone 248 888 2000 Fax 248 888 9977 www dgtech com sales dgtech com techsupp dgtech com Page 2 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENT I 3 1 SAFELY IDNMm 5 2 INTRODUCING THE DPA 5 6 2 1 RPIZIOOENI SOFTWARE COMBATIBILUDY ev thue Ela S nan E Um pRPAU
21. software 2 2 Standards and Protocols Supported The adapter you have purchased provides more protocol and standards support than any other commercially available diagnostic adapter Operating Systems o Windows 2000 Windows XP o Windows Vista 32 bit and 64 bit Versions o Windows 76 32 bit and 64 bit Versions TMC RP1210B TMC RP1210A SAE J2534 1 J2534 2 CE Certification Operating Systems and Standards Supported Vehicle Electronic Programming Station VEPS 2214 2461 2 2 2 RP1210 Defined Protocols Supported 1939 J1708 J1587 J1850 GM Class 2 ISO 9141 2 ISO 14230 KWP2000 CAN 15011898 CAN 500k J2284 GMLAN o ESCAN protocol name is also CAN 2500k Page 7 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 2 2 3 12534 Defined Protocols Supported CAN Raw CAN J1850 VPW GM Class 1 ISO 15765 4 GMLAN HSCAN SWCAN ISO 14230 KWP2000 ISO 9141 2 J1708 J1587 J1939 DO DO ODODO 2 2 4 Additional Protocols Supported by Native Drivers J2411 GM SWCAN ALDL 2 3 System Requirements If you are not familiar with selecting PC for your diagnostic applications we recommend starting with a computer compatible with the latest version of the TMC RP1208 PC Selection Guidelines for Service Tool Applications In addition to the aforementioned document the following items are recommended or r
22. your VDA gt If using a DG Technologies VDA this is a good sign DG VDis are vehicle powered and this indicates power ground on the right pins gt Note that some VD s are now USB powered and the LED being lit may not mean a good connection to the vehicle n Zs Is the vehicle ignition switch on gt Most vehicles do not communicate externally without it being in the on position lt RP1210 Data Message Window Tests YDA to Vehicle Connection 3 dre you selecting the correct vendor for your VDA gt Ensure you are selecting the correct vendor for your VDA See your VDA user documentation for the correct vendor to select 4 dre you selecting the correct device number gt Ensure you are using the correct device number See your VD user documentation for the correct device to select 5 Are you using the correct cable for the VDA you are using gt Most VDA manufacturers have standardized on the pinouts for the most common protocols on the DB15 female connector Some adapter manufacturers have not 33604 West Eight Mile Road TECH NOLOGI ES Farmington Hills MI 48335 gt With Dual CAaN VDAs being fielded VDA manufacturers have not came 248 888 2000 to an agreement on future connectors 3 Vehicle Network Solutions www dgtech com sales dgtech com The above screen snapshots show the PC not connecting to the DPA RP1210 Status Window 1 A Red Red result indi
23. 08 J1587 v J1939 v 18015765 v CAN Configuring Applications to Use the DPA 5 The following examples show how to select your DPA 5 device using the USB cabling method Bluetooth device entries are based on the DPA 5 Bluetooth ID see Bluetooth appendix 6 3 ci te ote Se nt 0 Allison DOC Start program Click Connect to Vehicle Select the Correct Transmission Type Uncheck Smart Connect Click Connect Click Advanced Setup Select vendor of Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Select protocol of J1939 or J1708 Select correct device of DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Click OK Page 15 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 6 4 NOTE 1 2 6 5 a de oo 6 6 ae 6 7 Bendix ABS Diagnostics DO NOT RUN Bendix ABS Diagnostics until you have done the following Start program If Diagnostic Interface Selection dialog box does not appear click on Vehicle Interface Adapter icon a Select RP1210A Device Using J1708 Line DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Click OK Caterpillar Electronic Technician Start Program Click Utilities gt Preferences gt Communications from the menu bar Click on Communication Interface Device dropdown box Select RP1210 Compliant Device Click Advanced Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth in the RP1210 Communi
24. 1 DG DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB FixChange RP121032JNI File gt There was a FAILURE seeing messages on the data bus Protocol 21939 Advanced Test These indicates potential problem between the VDA and the vehicle or that the vehicle is not sending messages on the protocol that you have selected RP1210 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connection Before you call your VDA VENDOR HELP DESK try the following things 11 1 the Power LED lit on your VDA gt If using a DG Technologies VDA this is a good sign as DG VDis are vehicle powered This indicates power ground are on right pins gt Note that some VDAs are now USB powered and the LED being lit may not mean a good connection to the vehicle 4 Lm lt 2 Is the vehicle ignition switch on gt Most vehicles do not communicate externally without it being in the on position RP1210 Data Message Window Tests YDA to Vehicle Connection 3 Are you selecting the correct vendor for your device gt Ensure you are selecting the correct vendor for your VDA See your VDA user documentation for the correct vendor to select 4 dre you selecting the correct device number gt Ensure you are using the correct device number See your VDA user documentation for the correct device to select 5 Have you configured your application to use the correct protocol s gt Note that some OEM applications let you select any proto
25. 32 HKEY LOCAL MACHINEXSOFTWARE Dearborn Group Technology Group Products VFirmwareUpdaterUpdateFirmware DPA 4P DPA4PSA DPA4PMA LOCAL MACHINENSOFTWARE Dearborn Group Products FirmwareUpdaterDPA4P UpdateFirmware DPA 5 DGDPAB5SA DGDPA5MA LOCAL MACHINENSOFTWARE Dearborn Group Products FirmwareUpdaterDPA5 UpdateFirmware This variable is of the REG SZ data type however only the first character 0 1 2 3 is used by the DPA Options program and the DPA drivers Page 45 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 18 Appendix C FCC and Certification Industry Canada Information The DPA 5 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules see the back of the DPA 5 for FCC and IC specific identifications These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation The DPA 5 uses and generates radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference to radio communications If the DPA 5 does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the affected equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving and or sending antennas Increase the separation betwe
26. 35 12 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 252550 dass Uk vua TG ld leno 36 12 1 DPA S PHYSICALAND ELECTRICAL e ostrea et p pt I p A ERPTEEE EUM pU I poA ben PER VEI Ut DU PEU ERE 36 12 2 PPAS PINOUT 36 13 DG UPDATE PROGRAM 37 13 1 DG DRIVER UPDATE INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED sssssssssesesssessesssesssessressersscrersserssorseossersssrssorseessercseressceerreeesserseorseresereseeseo 37 13 2 DG DRIVER UPDATE INITIAL SCREEN dpa NARAN uM b IU lu taU assi b sian Ve deu NIE p tutu c NAR np PR uM CN QU ROSE 37 13 3 DG DRIVER UPDATE MAIN UPDATE end E se shes Red EE KEINE RIETI indS 38 13 4 ADVANCED SETTINGS SETTING DEFAULT TIME FOR CHECK FOR UPDATES esses esu 40 14 TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION 41 14 1 uu T
27. 4PSA DPA4PMA DR121032 Vendor to Make First in List DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Make Changes Cancel Page 24 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual The next picture shows the dialog box indicating that the INI file was fixed DG Technologies FixINI SUCCESS RP 1210 INI File C windows RP 121032 INI backed up to C windows RP 121032 INLbak 2 and INI file fixed 8 3 USB Related Issues If you plug in a DPA or any other USB device and get the New Hardware Found wizard do not click cancel Go through the wizard completely IF YOU SELECT Cancel THE DPA WILL NOT WORK Windows has many USB eccentricities that are generally solved by unplugging a device and then plugging that device back in Sometimes you have to plug that device into another USB port 8 4 Advanced Testing Dialog With the J1939 data bus moving to 500k there is a lot of RP1210 and J1939 committee focus on VDA vendors doing J1939 automatic baud detection to detect either a 250k or 500k J1939 data bus without creating issues There is also a growing need for advanced testing on vehicles that have a second CAN data bus The DPA 5 API Supports the following commonly used RP1210 ClientConnect modifications Protocol Baud Auto Protocol Baud XXX Protocol ChannelzX Protocol Baud Auto ChannelzX Protocol Baud XXX Channel X LDDDLUOL
28. DPA drivers will erase DebugFile and begin writing data to the file until it reaches the end of the file 1024 DebugFileSize When reaching the end of the file the DPA drivers will erase DebugFile and start writing new data to the file 10 8 Automatic Firmware Update oetting the variable Automatic Firmware Update to the Value causes the drivers to exhibit the behavior in the Action column Automatic firmware update is turned on The user has a choice as to whether or not to upgrade x Newer Firmware For the DPA is available 60 011 Would you like to upgrade now If the user selects Yes the firmware is automatically updated If the user chooses No then the drivers connect the application to the vehicle This is the default Automatic firmware checking is turned on The user is only told that there is new firmware available and told they should run the DPA Firmware Updater A Newer firmware For the DPA is available 60 011 Please shut down this application and launch the DPA Firmware Updater Start gt Programs gt Dearborn Group Products gt DPA 4 Plus gt DPA Firmware Updater When the user chooses OK then the drivers connect the application to the vehicle The user can then update the DPA at their convenience 3 Automatic firmware update is turned on The user is told there is new firmware and the firmware is downloaded automatically as soon as they press the OK button AN Newer Firmware For the DPA is availa
29. O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 13 4 Advanced Settings Setting Default Time for Check for Updates If you want to turn off or alter the timeout period where the user is prompted to check for updates the dialog below press the Advanced Settings button The following dialog box will be displayed To turn off the checking prompt set the value to zero Otherwise you can set the number of days between checks Enter number of days between displaying Check For Updates Acceptable values are from 0 no checking to 3652 10 years Default value is 30 days Days Between Checks 30 Page 40 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 14 Technical Support and Return Merchandise Authorization RMA 14 1 Technical Support After reading and following the troubleshooting and validation procedures in Chapter 8 and not being able to resolve an issue please feel free to contact DG technical support For users in the United States technical support is available from 9 a m to 5 p m Eastern Time You may also fax or e mail your questions to us For prompt assistance please include your voice telephone number Users not residing in the United States should contact your local Dearborn Group representative DG Technologies Technical Support Phone 248 888 2000 Fax 248 888 1188 E mail techsupp dgtech com Web site www dgtech com
30. PA on the first attempt If this is the case try the discovery process again 11 2 Deleting an RP1210 DevicelD If you want to delete an RP1210 DevicelD simply select that entry and click the Delete Pairing from DGDPASSA INI file Note that after the RP1210 DevicelD has been deleted it will NOT appear in OEM software applications for selection For information on Bluetooth including FCC and IC identification see the Bluetooth Configuration Manual It can be found in the Windows Start Menu Page 35 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 12 Product Specifications 12 1 DPA 5 Physical and Electrical Dimensions Voltage Requirements Current Requirements Operating Temperature Range Wired PC Communications Type Wired Connection Wireless Connection Vehicle Side Connector PC Side Connector PC Device Drivers TMC RP1210A RP1210B Compliant Drivers DG Native Drivers 12 2 DPA 5 Pinouts DPA 5 Dual CAN BT DPA 5 Quad CAN J1708 718501 ATEC Data ATEC Diag UN LIN Shunting these two pins Term1 Term2 applies a 120 Ohm terminating resistor to the CAN J1939 network Pins that are not mentioned are reserved and should not have anything attached to them Page 36 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 13 DG Update Program Overview DG Update is an application that is installed with your DPA drivers It will run b
31. Pressing the Advanced Test button brings up the dialog box shown below Adapter Validation Tool AVT Advanced Test Vendor DGDPAS52 Dearborn Group 5 Single Application Device DG DPA 5 Dual CaN USB USB Protocol Vendor Supports CAN Auto Baud Baud Fate 225 Use Baud Rate Protocols Supporting Baud XXX CAN v 11708 Channel 1 O Use Channel 11830 5115015705 8 4 1 Vendor Device Protocol Vendor Device and Protocol fields are the same as described in normal testing above Page 25 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 8 4 2 Baud Rate Drop Down List Box The Baud Rate drop down list box allows the user to select one of the supported protocol speeds for the selected protocol The entries in this list box come from the VDA vendor s INI file Click the Use Baud Rate checkbox to activate a Protocol Baud XXX connection If both the Use Baud Rate and Use Channel checkboxes checked then AVT will initiate a Protocol Baud XXX Channel X connection 8 4 3 Channel Drop Down List Box The Channel drop down list box allows the user to select one of the supported channels for the selected device The entries in this list box come from the VDA vendor s INI file Click the Use Channel checkbox to activate a Protocol Channel X connection If both the Use Baud Rate and Use Channel checkboxes are checked then AVT will initiate
32. Settings gt Connection Under Driver choose Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth for both the J1708 and J1939 device Click OK Freightliner ServiceLink Start program From the top menu bar choose Admin From the left menu bar choose Vehicle Click on Show All Devices In the Vendor box choose Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth in the J1939 and J1708 drop down items In the CAN Device item select the Configure button and choose DG DPA 250K CAN Ch2 USB USB from the SID Configuration window Click Save Settings International Truck and Engine 6 11 1 Master Diagnostics MD Fleet 1 2 3 Start program Choose File gt MD Settings COM Device gt Window with general VDA selection Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application gt Window with specific port DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth 6 11 2 Navistar Hydraulic ABS Start program Choose File 3 Hydraulic ABS Settings gt Device gt Window with general VDA selection Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application gt Window with specific port DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Page 17 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 6 11 3 Navistar IPC 1 2 3 Start program Choose File gt Set
33. T application will use to communicate with the vehicle 4 Goto the Comm unit selection tab a Itis here that you identify which adapter is to be used by the PTT application to communicate with the vehicle You may have to change this selection depending upon the vehicle b For example if you typically use 88890020 adapter in direct mode when you need to communicate with an older vehicle you will need to change to RP1210A adapter or the 9998555 adapters depending upon the vehicle Page 19 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 7 Setting Up Your J2534 Compliant OEM Applications and DPA 5 Setting up and reflashing of a component using a J2534 compliant OEM application is a very lengthy process and is out of the scope of this manual For more information you can refer to the OEM application documentation or you can download the OEM application reflashing guide from the Dearborn Group VSI 2534 device downloads page In general there will be a screen that will appear that allows a user to select a J2534 compliant Vendor and Device for the reflashing event When you see this type of screen choose Dearborn Group Inc and or the DPA 5 Service Programming System Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process Select Diagnostic Tool J2534 SoftBridge J2534 FLASH2 All Makes Reprogrammer J2534 5 J2534 Px 3 J2534 Python1B J2534 VSI 2534 J2534 TIS Techstream VIM
34. Tech2 Legacy Pass Thru Select Programming Process Print Settings Next Cancel The General Motors TIS2Web J2534 Application VDA selection screen Page 20 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 8 Troubleshooting Validating Your DPA with Adapter Validation Tool AVT If your OEM diagnostic application is having trouble using the DPA after following the instructions for configuring that application in Chapter 6 you can use the DG Adapter Validation Tool AVT to troubleshoot the DPA and validate that the DPA drivers are installed properly the PC can communicate with the DPA and the DPA can see message traffic on the data bus that your OEM diagnostic application is trying to use Most DPA technical support calls about OEM applications not working come from users who have not configured that OEM application to use the DPA see Chapter 6 or who have selected the incorrect protocol o The quick rule of thumb for selecting a protocol is the type of connector you are connecting to Ag m T ne VERON OW eu J1708 Connector 6 pin Deutsch This connector only has OEMs switched to this connector when they the J1708 J1587 protocol moved to J1939 1708 may not be available J1939 Connector 9 pin Deutsch There are typically three problem areas with RP1210 VDA devices Each problem is discusse
35. a Protocol Baud XXX ChannelzX connection 8 4 4 Vendor Supports CAN Auto Baud Checkbox This checkbox indicates whether or not the API supports CAN J1939 15015765 automatic baud detection Even though this variable may be set to TRUE the next four fields indicate whether the API supports Baud XXX connect formats for CAN J1939 and 15015765 This field is just an informational field and not all VDA vendors will support this feature 8 4 5 Protocols Supporting Baud XXX These checkboxes indicate whether or not the API supports setting a specific baud rate or automatic baud detection for a specific protocol These entries come from the VDA vendor s INI file These fields are just for informational purposes Not all VDA vendors will support this feature 8 4 6 Advanced Testing Commands No Error Checking When using this dialog box to initiate an advanced test there is no error checking done to prevent the user from initiating a Baud XXX or Channel X connection to a VDA even if the vendor does not support that connection format Page 26 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 9 J2534 Troubleshooting Your DPA There are typically three problem areas with J2534 VDA devices Each problem is discussed in following sections 9 1 Connection Related Issues After you have installed the DPA drivers and connected the DPA to both the PC and vehicle make sure that the DPA Power LED i
36. and Windows 7 Support Notes Microsoft has made great strides in updating their operating systems to protect against malicious software With Windows Vista Microsoft introduced User Account Control UAC UAC strictly enforces the differences between an administrator and a standard user account When an action that could potentially compromise the PC such as writing files to the C Windows directory or registry is requested the user is prompted for an administrator name and password If the user is already an administrator they are still prompted to confirm the action Generally speaking whenever you see the Microsoft security shield icon on a button you will need an administrator s password to perform that operation 19 1 UAC and the TMC RP1210 Standard Before Windows Vista it was common for applications to put INI and other types of configuration files in the default Windows directory typically C Windows The RP1210A standard requires that the RP121032 INI file be located in this directory along with all of the vendor INI files On Windows Vista this means that a standard user cannot make changes to the main RP121032 INI file nor can they make changes to the vendor INI files when UAC is enabled 19 2 UAC and the Dearborn Group Adapter Validation Tool AVT A standard user will be able to run the AVT program and troubleshoot the PC DPA vehicle connection but will not be able to fix a problem in the RP121032 INI file without an admin
37. application t tk pr col gt Note that some OEM applications let you selec any o adapter supports but the application vill you work with th protocol Are using th t cabl the adapter e g Close The above screen snapshots show the PC successfully connecting to the DPA but the application is not able to read data bus data from the data bus selected CAN Once the test is complete the application will display an informational screen image on the right listing steps to potentially correct the issue Page 28 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 9 1 4 B Dearborn Group Inc J2534 Validation Tool Version 1 0 0 3 e Device DPAS Dearborn Group Inc Protocol OBD II M J2534 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connection J2534 Data Message Window Tests YDA to Vehicle Connection TECHNOLOGIES Vehicle Network Solutions Configure Device 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills MI 48335 248 888 2000 www dgtech com sales dgtech com Bad Connection PC to DPA Not Able To Read Data DPA to Vehicle Red Red Test Results Discussion and Next Troubleshooting Steps FAILURE Unable to connect to Device DP 5 DLL C Yiwindows system32 dgDP 532 d11l and Protocol OBD II gt There were NO attempts made to read messages This indicates a problem between the Vehicle Datal
38. bans maoraich C hom Ist brain braced Hes bo cona Select Install the software automatically This screen appears while Windows installs the drivers Recommended and press the Next button Found Mew Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard Fei vandi Fart nct Dor Desbon Group CAS 5 D A492 fe using cba SYS io chase thee iz and This screen appears when Windows has finished installing the drivers Press the Finish button Your DPA drivers have been installed successfully Page 12 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 4 2 Finalize PC Install on Vista or 7 64 bit 4 2 1 64 bit Vista and Windows 7 installed successfully After installing on Vista or Windows 7 simply plug the DPA 5 into the PC via the USB cable The DPA 5 is powered on The following screen will display in the lower right corner for about five seconds Installing device driver software Click here for status Dearborn Group DPA 5 VID 0525 amp PID A495 using NcBulkSYS X a Device driver software installed successfully Page 13 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 5 Automatic Firmware Update Step 6 of 6 When a DPA PC drivers release is made a specific set of DPA firmware is validated with that release In this release the firmware tha
39. below Do not connect to vehicle first Vehicle side Cable 6 pin 9 pin Deutsch Y Cable Heavy Duty 3 2 Connect Vehicle Side Cable to the Vehicle Now connect the DPA to the vehicle verifying that the DPA Power LED is lit Page 11 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 4 Finalize PC Install Step 5 of 6 This step differs depending on which version of Microsoft Windows you are installing on 4 1 Finalize PC Install on Windows 2000 XP Vista or 7 32 bit If you are installing on either Vista or Windows 7 64 bit go to section 5 2 Finalize PC Install on Vista or 7 64 bit The DPA is now connected to the PC and powered on In some versions of Windows the final step in driver installation is automatic In others the Windows Found New Hardware Wizard will run to finalize driver installation What appears in Windows XP is shown below Found Mee Hardware Vizard Found nid n E Wizard Fiane wat while Dhu word nelas the Fas erae hides Lor Diearbom Group DPA FAD 6253 PI D 5435 uses 575 Desin Group 5 vb DAA ing 575 f pour hardware came with am installation lt floppy disk insert it now Eg 7 Salting a pien port and becking up fies n pour zpsiem needs miha ces sanant Hee du 85 the co
40. ble 60 011 Click Ok to begin Firmware download When the user selects OK the firmware is automatically updated Page 32 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 10 8 1 When the Drivers Call the DPA Firmware Updater In the event that the automatic update is chosen the DPA drivers launch the DPA Firmware Updater which handles the downloading of new firmware Once the firmware has started downloading the user should not stop it Aborting a firmware download may cause the device to become unresponsive and require the hardware to be shipped back to the manufacture for repair The following is the dialog box showing the DPA Firmware Updater during an automatic update Update Utility ersion 4 5 x 0 25 50 15 100 Do not disconnect power until update is completed When the update is complete the following dialog box is displayed and the DPA drivers attempt to let the application that was suspended continue executing Most applications can handle the interruption however there is a possibility that the user may have to restart their application DPA Firmware Update Complete X IN Your Firmware has been successfully updated You may need to restart your application 10 9 DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility This button opens the DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility This allows the user to create RP1210 DevicelD entries from DPA 5 Bluetooth Pairings T
41. cates the PC is not seeing the DPA Unplug DPA from vehicle and PC and reconnect to both using a different USB port Ensure that you hear the Dah Ding sound If you cannot hear the sound reboot the PC and run AVT again DG has been getting a lot of DPA technical support calls where OEM applications crash and keep the DPA device open Page 23 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 8 2 Not Seeing DPA OEM Application VDA Selection List If you have installed the DPA drivers and can get AVT to a Green Green outcome you should be able to configure your diagnostic application to use the DPA If your diagnostic application does not display DG DPA 5 Dual CAN USB in their VDA selection dialog box this could indicate one of three things 1 The application is not RP1210 compliant and does not work with the DPA a Some applications require a specific proprietary adapter 2 Application is RP1210 compliant but DPA does not support the protocol needed 3 Problem with the main RP121032 INI file a Some VDAs create issues with the RP121032 INI file when they install uninstall b Many OEM diagnostic applications are aware of this issue and can read through the errors When the AVT software is launched you will be told if a problem exists in the main RP121032 INI file If you wish to fix this issue very highly recommended press the Fix Change RP121032 INI File button on the main screen If your PC
42. cation Adapter Device box Click OK Check Enable Dual Data Link Service Click OK Cummins Insite Start Program Click on File gt Connections Add New Connection Click Next Click radio button for Datalink Adapter and click Next Select correct device DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth and protocol you want to use J1708 J1939 Click Next and a Connection Name screen appears Click Next and a screen prompts you to indicate whether you want to make this connection active or set up another connection Click on make this connection active Click Finish Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Link V7 6 7 1 From Windows Start Menu I Start gt Programs Detroit Diesel gt Diagnostic Link gt SID configure Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Click OK 6 7 2 From Inside DDDL 1 2 3 Tools gt Options gt Connections Tab gt SID Configure Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Click OK Page 16 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 6 8 Dana Diagnostic Tool 2 x x 1 Start program 2 Under Adapter Selection choose Dearborn Group RP1210A DG DPA 4 4 Plus USB USB 3 Select Connect J1708 or Connect J1939 or Connect PLC as appropriate for your controller 6 9 E o Ie A 6 11 Eaton ServiceRanger 3 x Start Program Click Tools gt
43. col a 33604 West Eight Mile Road VDA supports but the application will not you work with that DG TECHNOLOGIES 4838 indi Vehicle Network Solutions www dgtech com sales dgtech com The above screen snapshots show the PC successfully connecting to the DPA RP1210 Status Window but AVT is not able to read data bus data RP1210 Data Message Window from the data bus selected J1939 Q A Green Red result indicates the DPA is working perfectly but it is not seeing data on the data bus that was selected Choose another protocol and check that the ignition switch is on 8 1 4 Bad Connection PC to DPA Not Able To Read Data DPA to Vehicle Red Red DG Technologies RP1210 Adapter Validation Tool Sex r a Test Results Discussion and Next Troubleshooting Steps Vendor DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application KEER Quit FAILURE Unable to connect to Devices 1 DLL DGDPASSA DLL and Protocol J1939 Device 1 DG DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB S FixChange RP121032 INI File gt There were NO attempts made to read messages Protocol 31939 5 Advanced Test This indicates problem between the Vehicle Datalink Adapter VDA and the PC 2 Before you call your VDA VENDOR HELP DESK try the following things RP1210 Status Window Tests PC to YDA Connection 1 Is the Power LED lit on
44. cts supported by this driver include DPA 4 DPA RF DPA III Plus and the DPA 4 Plus DPA 4 Plus Variants Single Application mci Allows only one RP1210 application to run at a time DPA 4 Plus Variants Multiple Application Allows more than RP1210 application to run at a time DPA 5 Variants Single Application ene Allows only one 1210 application to run at a time DPA 5 Variants Multiple Application Allows more than RP1210 application run at time The DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility button will only be available if a DPA 5 API is selected Page 30 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 10 2 Set Options for DPA Device API When selecting DPA Options from the program menu of an installed DPA driver set the program should default this field to that particular DPA driver set Note that you can only modify driver sets that have been installed If you want to modify an option for any DPA driver set you select that DPA driver set with this field Set Options For DGDPASSA DPA 5 Single Application DG121032 DPA 4 4 Plus Prior DPA Versions DPA4PSA A DPA 4 Plus Single Application DPA 4 Plus Multi Application DGDPASMA DPA 5 Multi Application 10 3 J1939 Fast Transport Layer FAST TRANSPORT Option When this option is in the On Default
45. d in the following sections 8 1 Connection Related Issues After you have followed the instructions in this manual to install the DPA drivers connect the DPA to the vehicle and ensure the Power LED is on Then connect it to the PC and listen for the familiar Da Ding USB device found sound If you cannot hear this sound the PC cannot communicate with the DPA and you will most likely end up not being able to get AVT to be successful Try another USB port until you hear that sound Run AVT either from the Adapter Validation Tool link on your desktop or from the Start Programs menu Start gt Programs gt Dearborn Group Products DPA 5 gt Adapter Validation Tool r 5G DG Technologies RP1210 Adapter Validation Tool ST ES Vendor DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application lt Device 1 DG DPA 5 Dual C N USB USB Protocol 21939 RP1210 Status Window Tests PC to YDA Connection RP1210 Data Message Window Tests VDA to Vehicle Connection DG TECHNOLOGIES Vehicle Network Solutions 4 Fix Change RP121032 INI File Advanced Test 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills MI 48335 248 888 2000 www dgtech com sales dgtech com Page 21 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual Select the DPA 5 Dual CAN Bluetooth device or DPA 5 Quad CAN Vendor DGDPASSA
46. en the DPA 5 and the affected receiving equipment Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This product complies with FCC OET Bulletin 65 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment 18 1 Industry Canada Operation of the DPA 5 is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes not expressly approved by Dearborn Group Inc to the DPA 5 could void the user s authority to operate the DPA 5 The following is a sample rear label from the DPA 5 depicting the FCC and IC identifiers DG Technologies DPA5 FCC ID XOV13EAXOV IC 8377A DGDPA5 www dgtech com DPA 5 Bluetooth Passkey dgtech DPA 5 Bluetooth ID 9 FE CE 2 Dearborn Group Inc e eo Ke o i CN b D S 79 c o The following are the DPA 5 Bluetooth details as required to be published by the FCC Operating Frequency 2 4GHz Power Output Maximum lt 4 4dBi Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID QOQWT11 Transmitter Bluetooth QDID B012647 Page 46 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 19 Appendix D Windows Vista
47. equired 256MB 512MB Preferred Operating System Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista 32 bit or 64 bit Windows 7 32 bit or 64 bit Page 8 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 24 Single Application versus Multi Application Drivers This release of the DPA 5 drivers does not support multiple OEM applications running simultaneously This release includes what are called the DPA 5 single application drivers named DGDPASSA will appear in OEM applications as Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application A future release will include the DPA 5 multi application drivers which will be named DGDPAS5MA and will appear as Dearborn Group DPA 5 Multi Application in OEM applications It has been DG s experience that when several OEM applications are running simultaneously especially on a crowded J1939 data bus they sometimes miss critical timing events and messages As a result applications do not behave as they would normally Therefore DG will be installing the single application drivers as well as the multi application drivers when they are released separately since the single application drivers are faster and require less PC resources Another note is that OEM applications are generally not tested with other applications running at the same time Page 9 of 49 A B Use Single Application Drivers If Possible Because of the added overhead and resources involved with
48. essages with Filtering Changing this value to something besides 0 the default will cause the DPA drivers to start logging DPA driver and vehicle data bus data to the DebugFile based on the selected value 10 5 Debug File Name RP1210B INI Option DebugFile When DebugLevel is on 1 4 this is the file that will receive the data logging output in text format This file is in ASCII and can be read using a text editor The default value for this option is in the Windows temporary directory with a filename appropriate for the driver set 10 6 Debug File Size RP1210B INI Option DebugFileSize When DebugLevel is on 1 4 this is how large the DebugFile can grow in bytes The formula is DebugFileSize 1024 so if you want to allow the DebugFileName the ability to grow to 2 megabytes you would set this value to 2048 The default value for this parameter is 1024 or 1 megabyte Page 31 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 10 7 Debug File Mode RP1210B INI Option DebugMode When DebugLevel is on 1 4 and this option is in the 1 Default position the DPA drivers will append data to DebugFile which could have data from previous logging until it reaches the end of the file 1024 DebugFileSize When reaching the end of the file the DPA drivers will erase DebugFile and start writing new data to the file When DebugLevel is on and this option is in the 0 Overwrite File Contents position the
49. he DPA please do not hesitate to contact technical support at 248 888 2000 The DPA drivers provided on the installation CD are installed by inserting the disc into your PC s CD ROM drive The latest drivers and firmware are always available at www dgtech com download php If you have any questions about the install please contact our technical support staff If setup does not begin automatically use the following sequence for Windows 2000 and XP Start gt Run 5 CD Drive Letter ADPAS5Install exe and click OK ite Control Panel Set Program Access and Defaults w Connect To SS 2x a Printers and Faxes Type the name of a program Folder document or 9 Help and Support z Internet resource and Windows will open it For you Search Open d dpaSinstall exe All Programs gt Undock Computer Log Off add sida dirk anal is Cancel Browse 2 Start G O Page 10 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual If setup does not begin automatically use the following sequence for Windows Vista or Windows 7 Start gt All Programs Accessories Run 5 CD_Drive_Letter DPA5Install exe and click OK amp amp Windows Live Messenger Download Windows Mail B Windows Media Player Test PC Windows Meeting Space Ex Windows Movie Maker Documents Windows Photo Gallery Windows Mai Adapter Validation Tool
50. his utility has its own help file Page 33 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 11 Running the Bluetooth Configuration Utility After you have successfully paired your DPA 5 with the Bluetooth dongle and have created the Virtual COM Port run the DG Bluetooth Configuration Utility to create an RP1210 DevicelD entry that can be seen by OEM software applications 1 Start gt Programs gt Dearborn Group Products gt DPA 5 gt DPA Options DG Technologies DPA Options Version 2 0 Set Options For DPA Device API 41938 Fast Transport Layer 1 On Use faster inter packet times default Automatic Firmware Update 3 On Prompt with OK mandatory update M Debug File Name c V TEMP DGDPASSA_Log txt Debug File Size 1k Blocks 0 Infinite File Size Debug Mode p ppend data to end of file Debug Logging Level 0 No debugging to be accomplished default DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility Save Exit Help DPA 5 Options Program 1 Ensure the Bluetooth dongle is connected to the PC and that the DPA 5 has power Q Press the button DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility You must go through this configuration utility to create RP1210 DevicelD entries If you do not the DPA 5 in Bluetooth mode will not work with your OEM applications What the DG Bluetooth Configuration Utility does is Y Display existing
51. icle manuals as well as internal shop documents and operating procedures STOP Always block drive steer and trailer wheels both front and back when testing Use extreme caution when working around electricity When diagnosing any vehicle there is the risk of electric shock both from battery level voltage vehicle voltages and from building voltage Do not smoke or allow sparks or open flames near any part of the vehicle fueling system or vehicle batteries Always work in an adequately ventilated area and route vehicle exhaust outdoors Do not use this product in an environment where fuel fuel vapor exhaust fumes or other potentially hazardous liquids solids or gas vapors could collect and or possibly ignite such as in an unventilated area or other confined space including below ground areas Page 5 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 2 Introducing the DPA 5 The DPA 5 products are used to connect vehicle communication networks to personal computers PCs This allows programs written for the PC to retrieve pertinent vehicle information such as fault codes component information as well as perform vehicle and component level diagnostics tests and component reprogramming The DPA 5 devices communicate with the PC using either a USB cable or via Bluetooth Class or Class 11 and comes standard with Technology and Maintenance Council TMC Recommended Practice RP RP1210B compliant
52. ing the instructions on the Test Results Discussion and Next Steps screen 8 1 2 Good Connection PC to DPA Good Read of Data DPA to Vehicle Green Green DG DG Technologies RP1210 Adapter Validation Tool AVT bf Test Results Discussion and Next Troubleshooting Steps Vendor DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Run Test Quit SUCCESS Successful connect to Device 1 DLL DGDPASSA DLL and Protocol J1939 Device i DG DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB FovChange RP121032 INI File gt There were 291 messages seen in 5 seconds Protocol 31939 Advanced Test This indicates that the Vehicle Datalink Adapter VD is working perfectly THERE IS NO NEED TO CONTACT YOUR VDA VENDOR HELP DESK RP1210 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connection Cm 4 w RP1210 Data Message Window Tests VDA to Vehicle Connection If there is a problem with your RP1210 application before calling your OEM APPLICATION HELP DESK try the following things 1 Have you configured the application correctly for the vendor and device number for the VDA being used gt Note that some OEM applications may not allow you to select the VD you are trying to use gt Note that some OEM applications have two or three different places you must select the VDA 2 Have you configured your application to use the correct
53. ink Adapter VDA and the PC Before you call your VDA VENDOR HELP DESK try the following things 1 the Power LED lit on your VDA gt If using DG Technologies VDA this a good sign as DG VD s are vehicle powered and this indicates power ground on the right pins gt Note that some VDAs are now USB powered and the LED being lit may not mean a good connection to the vehicle 2 2 Is the vehicle ignition switch on gt Host vehicles do not communicate externally without it being in the on position 3 you selecting the correct device Ensure you are using the correct device See your VDA user documentation for the correct device to select you using the correct cable for the VDA you are using gt Host VDA manufacturers have standardized on the pinouts for the most common protocols on the DBi15 female connector Some adapter manufacturers have not gt Consult your VDA user manual for cable and connector information 5 Try another USB cable DG Technologies has seen a number of them go bad 6 Have you tried resetting the VDA The above screen snapshots show the PC not able to connect to the DPA at all Once the test is complete the application will display an informational screen image on the right listing steps to potentially correct the issue 9 2 USB Related Issues If you plug in a DPA or any other USB device and ge
54. istrator password see section on troubleshooting later in this document The graphic below is from the Adapter Validation Tool AVT showing the Microsoft security shield on the Fix Change RP121032 INI File button Fix Change RP121032 INI File 19 3 UAC Requirements for All DPA Utility Programs The DPA utility programs listed below have been modified to conform to UAC The following list shows these programs and privileges required to run them Privileges Required Adapter Validation Tool AVT Standard User Administrator needed for Fix Change RP121032 INI File DPA Options Administrator DG Diagnostics Standard User Cannot save record data bus files to a protected directory DPA Firmware Updater Standard User Sample Source Code Standard User Bluetooth Configuration Administrator DG Update Standard User user Can use program but install of new drivers will prompt the user for the administrator password 19 4 More Information on UAC For more detailed information on UAC there is a helpful article at http www wikipedia org or you can go directly to the Microsoft website http Awww microsoft com and search for Page 47 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 20 Appendix DPA Utilities Version Information for This Release The DPA utility applications i e AVT DGD DPA Options are common amongst all DPA products and have been split into
55. ith the product being returned for more details see section Return Merchandise Authorization RMA A DPA is warranted for 90 days after a warranty repair or to end of the original factory warranty period whichever is longer 15 2 Limitation Statements 15 2 1 General Limitation and Risk Assignment To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law Dearborn Group Inc and its suppliers provide support services on an as is basis and disclaim all other warranties and conditions not specifically stated herein whether express implied or statutory including but not limited to any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose lack of viruses accuracy or completeness of responses results lack of negligence or lack of workmanlike effort and correspondence to description The user assumes the entire risk arising out of the use or performance of the device its operating system components and any support services 15 2 2 Exclusion of Incidental Consequential and Certain Other Damages To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law in no event shall Dearborn Group Inc or its suppliers be liable for any special incidental indirect or consequential damages whatsoever including but not limited to damages for loss of profit loss of confidential or other information business interruption personal injury loss of privacy failure to meet any duty including good faith or of reasonable care negligence and any o
56. k administrator and give him the host and port number he should be able to configure your PC to allow the communication You may also consult the Windows help system and or the documentation for your firewall and or virus protection software 13 2 DG Driver Update Initial Screen When the utility runs as a user logs on the following screen will appear in the lower right hand corner of the screen If you want to check for updates ensure that your PC is connected to the Internet and click Continue Clicking Cancel will cause DG Update to wait until the next time it is scheduled to run Clicking Continue will bring up the main update screen Page 37 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 13 3 DG Driver Update Main Update Screen The main screen appears looking like this Depending on which products are installed on your PC the grid will display pertinent information about them When selecting DG Update from the Windows Start Menu this is the first screen to appear DG Technologies DG Driver Update Utility Dearborn Group Driver and Software Updater Check For Updates Exit Advanced Settings DG Technologies DG Driver Update Utility Connect your PC to the Internet and click the Check For Updates button Due to the nature of TCP IP communications errors connecting or sending receiving of data are slow to appear however the user will eventually be
57. m sales dgtech com Test Results Discussion and Good Connection PC to DPA Good Read of Data DPA to Vehicle Green Green These results indicate that THERE IS NO NEED TO f there is problem APPLICATION HELP DESK try 1 Have you cor Note that some gt There was 1 message seen in with your J2534 the adapter is vorking perfec CONTACT YOUR VDA your 2534 the following th o nfigured the application correctly gt Note that some OEM applications may not a adapter you are tr ying to use e your application to use OEM applications let adapter supports otoco but the applicat your APPL application ings CATION PROVIDER HELP DESK VENDOR HELP DESK before calling your the correct protocol col an you select any protoco lon will not you work with that The above screen snapshots show the PC successfully connecting to the DPA and the successful reading of data bus data from the CAN data bus Once the test is complete the application will display an informational screen image on the right listing steps to potentially correct the issue 912 n v Dearborn Group Inc J2534 Validation Tool VT Version 1 0 0 3 DPAS Dearborn Group Inc Device Protocol 1 42534 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connection 42534 Data Message Window Tests VDA to Vehicle Connection DG TECHNOLOGIES Vehicle Ne
58. ming Station V Doo DL DU DU DUD O Doo DL DU DU O0 O Eaton ServiceRanger Any application claiming RP1210A or RP1210B compliance should work if the application and adapter both support the same protocol s and operating system s Page 6 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 2 1 J2534 OEM Software Compatibility The adapter you have purchased is provided with an SAE J2534 compliant interface an SAE standard for electronic module reprogramming sometimes the Pass Thru Programming standard The DPA 5 should be able to reprogram CAN ISO15765 vehicles GM vehicles using the J1850 Variable Pulse Width VPW protocol or other vehicles using the DPA 5 J2534 supported protocols i e 09141 2000 The DPA 5 has been validated against the following OEM and component applications Doo D D O General Motors TIS2Web Ford Module Programming FMP Chrysler J2534 Application Toyota TIS Technical Information System Honda Service Express Mazda Module Programming MMP E BD DOD O O Kia J2534 KMA Hyundai 2534 HMA Volkswagen Erwin Audi Erwin Nissan J2534 ECU Reprogramming Software NERS All J2534 reprogramming and diagnostic software packages that are J2534 1 and J2534 2 compliant and use a protocol supported by the DPA 5 should work as long as the operating system is supported by the application Note that not all OEMs have released J2534 2 compliant
59. notified if there was a problem If the check for updates was successful the second column of the grid will display information returned from the DG server showing the most current versions and the Install Status row will change to red green or blue Description Drivers up to date No update necessary Drivers are outdated Update recommended E on your PC are newer than current version This usually indicates you are running a beta copy of the DPA drivers 13 3 1 Successful Connect No Updates Available DG Technologies DG Driver Update Utility Dearborn Group Driver and Software Updater 1 Check For Updates Exit Advanced Settings 411 drivers installed are up to date In this case all drivers are current green and the Download button and progress bar do not display see next paragraph Clicking Exit will exit the program Page 38 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 13 3 2 Successful Connect Updates Available DG Technologies DG Driver Update Utility Dearborn Group Driver and Software Updater Latest Version 0 Bytes Exit Help Advanced Settings Press the Download button to begin downloading of updates In this case the DPA 5 drivers are out of date red and the Download button and progress bar show up on the screen The progress
60. position it significantly decreases reprogramming and reflashing times over the J1939 data bus by reducing the amount of time between J1939 transport protocol TP packets used to break large messages into CAN 8 byte packets for transmitting on the data bus With this option turned on however some PC applications and vehicle controllers may not be able to keep up with the DPA This option has long existed and many OEM and component manufacturers using the DPA for end of line EOL programming stations have used it successfully If you encounter a diagnostic or reprogramming reflashing application that is having problems with the DPA using the J1939 protocol we recommend setting this parameter temporarily to the Off position and then retrying the application This parameter makes little if any difference during standard diagnostic sessions 10 4 Debug Logging Level RP1210B INI Option DebugLevel This is an RP1210B introduced INI file option designed to record vehicle data bus data and other pertinent driver data to a text file Chances are you will never need to use this DebugFile DebugFileSize and DebugMode options unless you are directed by an OEM or Dearborn Group to investigate possible software issues Potential values for this option are 0 No Debugging to be Accomplished Default 1 Only Connect Disconnect Error Messages 2 Add RP1210 SendCommand Calls 3 Add all Sent Messages with Filtering 4 Add all Received M
61. protocol gt Note that some OEM applications let you select any protocol a VD supports but the application will not you work with that protocol 3 Have you checked the RP1210 INI file for errors gt Click the Fix INI File Make This Vendor First In List button which can fix many INI file problems If these steps don t work contact your OEM APPLICATION PROVIDER HELP DESK 33604 West Eight Mile Road DG TECHNOLOGIES 2 Vehicle Network Solutions www dgtech com sales dgtech com The above screen snapshots show the PC successfully connecting to the DPA RP1210 Status Window and the successful reading of data bus data RP1210 Data Message Window from the J1939 data bus 1 Green Green result indicates the DPA is working perfectly and is seeing data on the data bus The area to work on is configuring the OEM application to use the DPA see Chapter 6 Page 22 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 8 1 3 Good Connection PC to DPA Not Able To Read Data DPA to Vehicle Green Red DG Technologies RP1210 Adapter Validation Tool Ub a E aa Test Results Discussion and Next Troubleshooting Steps Vendor DGDPASSA Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Quit SUCCESS Successful connect to Devicef 1 DLL DGDPASSA DLL and Protocol J1939 Device
62. s turned on Run the J2534 Adapter Validation Tool JVT to ensure that the PC is able to communicate with the DPA and that the DPA is able to see vehicle data bus traffic Start gt Programs Dearborn Group Products DPA 5 J2534 12534 Validation Tool P v Dearborn Group Inc J2534 Validation Tool Version 1 0 0 3 Device pas Dearborn Group Inc Protoco Run Test Quit Configure Device J2534 Status Window Tests PC to VDA Connec tian J2534 Data Message Window Tests VDA to Vehicle Connection Select the correct Device Device DPA 5 Dearborn Group Inc Protocol OBDII or Specific Protocol o Using the OBD II protocol selection means that JVT will attempt to connect using all II protocols that the selected adapter supports i e J1850VPW 1509141 15014230 18015765 etc and with all II options and ll speeds for that protocol i e CAN 1Mb 11 bit CAN 1Mb 20 bit CAN 500Kb 11 bit CAN 500Kb 29 bit etc DG recommends using the OBDII protocol setting initially since all vehicles after 1996 have to support an OBD II protocol o You can also use a specific protocol i e CAN as above and JVT will connect using all speeds and options for that individual protocol Then click the Run Test button Depending on the results of the test both the J2534 Status Window and J2534 Data Message Window will turn green pass or red fail
63. t of Date Dialog Box Page 14 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 6 Setting Up Your RP1210 Compliant OEM Diagnostic Applications The DPA works with all RP1210A and RP1210B compliant applications that support J1708 J1587 CAN J1939 J1850 VPW GM Class 11 and the 15015765 protocols The DPA also works with applications that were specifically written to use the DG non RP1210 compliant native drivers for other protocols such as GM UART and 1509141 This section shows how to configure the most common RP1210 compliant diagnostic applications to work with the DPA 5 6 1 Notes on Selecting an RP1210 Compliant Adapter Selecting a RP1210 adapter commonly referred to as a Vehicle Datalink Adapter VDA varies widely from application to application however the terminology remains pretty much the same The following table helps to introduce you to the terminology and helps you to make the correct selections the first time 6 2 You must set up every application in their own individual way to use the DPA If You See These Terms Select This Vendor API DLL Manufacturer Adapter Manufacturer Device Name Adapter Name Device Number DevicelD Protocol Depends on Application Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Or DGDPA5SA DG DPA 5 Dual CAN USB USB Or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Wireless 1 Or Bluetooth Wireless DevicelD Most Commonly Encountered v J1708 J17
64. t the New Hardware Found wizard do not click cancel Go through the wizard completely IF YOU SELECT Cancel THE DPA WILL NOT WORK Page 29 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 10 DPA Options Program The DPA Options program allows you to set and configure various aspects of the DPA 5 The following sections describe the roles of the variables The DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility is discussed later XG DG Technologies DPA Options Version 2 0 Set Options For DPA Device API 41938 Fast Transport Layer 1 Use faster inter packet times default Automatic Firmware Update 3 On Prompt with OK mandatory update v Debug File Name c V TEMP DGDPASSA_Log txt Debug File Size 1k Blocks 0 Infinite File Size Debug Mode 2 Append data to end of file Debug Logging Level No debugging to be accomplished default DFA 5 Bluetooth Configuration DPA 5 Bluetooth Configuration Utility Save Exit Help 10 1 DPA Options Version 2 0 Notes RP1210 DPA Driver Sets Version 2 0 of DPA Options program adds the capability of modifying the settings for all DPA driver sets that are installed on your computer Below is a table that briefly describes each driver RP1210 Description Description L0 4e O DPA 4 4 Plus and Prior DPAs Single Application DG121032 A Allows only one RP1210 application to run at a time Produ
65. t was validated can be found on the cover page of this manual DG strongly recommends that users keep their DPA up to date with the latest firmware revision Automatic Firmware Update is an option that is most likely turned On in your installation Some customers receive special drivers where this is not the case however this paragraph assumes that this option is turned on and set to a value of 1 To learn more about this option see the chapter entitled Modifying DPA Settings DPA Options Program After you have finished installing the Windows device drivers Step 5 of 6 you can begin using your DPA If the Automatic Firmware Update option 15 on by default it is every time you connect to the DPA the drivers check to see if a newer version of firmware is available on the hard drive If a newer version is available the user will be prompted see Figure 6 1 to upgrade to that version If the user selects Yes the upgrade process begins automatically When the upgrade process is complete the connect sequence for that application will continue Most applications can handle the delay however there is a possibility that the user may have to restart their application The following is the dialog box that will be displayed if out of date firmware is detected We recommend pressing Yes and upgrading DPA Firmware Requires Updating X T Newer firmware Far Ehe is available Would vau like to upgrade now Figure 6 1 DPA Firmware Ou
66. their own release called DPA Utilities This allows DG to distribute changes to these applications without having to release new DPA DLL for every API i e DGDPASSA DG121032 Since DG Update looks for this separate installation it handles downloads and updates to the utility applications The version of DPA Utilities installed with this DPA API included Utility Adapter Validation Tool AVT DG Diagnostics DG Updater FixINI Page 48 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 21 Appendix List of Acronyms Used in this Document Various acronyms have been used throughout this document Page 49 of 49 API Application Programming Interface AVT CAN CD ROM DPA DTC JVT LED OBD OEM RAM SAE TMC UAC USB VDA O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc
67. ther pecuniary or other loss related to the use of or the inability to use the device components or support services or the provision of or failure to provide support services or otherwise in connection with any provision even if Dearborn Group Inc or any supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages 15 2 3 Limitation of Liability and Remedies Notwithstanding any damages that you might incur for any reason whatsoever including without limitation all damages referenced above and all direct or general damages in no event shall the liability of Dearborn Group Inc and any of its suppliers exceed the price paid for the device The user assumes the entire risk and liability from the use of this device 15 2 4 Right to Revise or Update without Notice Dearborn Group Inc reserves the right to revise or update its products software and or any or all documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity 15 2 5 Governance The user agrees to be governed by the laws of the State of Michigan USA and consents to the jurisdiction of the state court of Michigan in all disputes arising out of or relating to the use of this device 15 2 6 Contact Please direct all inquiries to Dearborn Group Inc 33604 West 8 Mile Road Farmington Hills 48335 Phone 248 888 2000 Fax 248 888 1188 Page 42 of 49 O 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 16 Appendix A DPA 5 Manual
68. tings gt COM Device gt Window with general VDA selection Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Window with specific port DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth 6 11 4 Diamond Logic Builder DLB 1 2 3 Start program Choose Tools Select Com Link Listing of adapters Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application Listing of ports DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth 6 11 5 Service Assistant The new MD Fleet 1 2 N PU D Start program Press third button from the top along the left side has an icon that looks like a miniature interface cable a A window comes up that says Communication Device Selection and has two drop down boxes b Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Meritor WABCO ABS Toolbox Start Program Click System Setup then select COM Port Select Dearborn Group DPA 5 Single Application the protocol to use is J1939 or J1708 Select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB DPA 5 Z DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth and click OK Page 18 of 49 2012 Dearborn Group Inc DPA 5 Series Installation and User Manual 6 13 Volvo Mack VCADS Pro 6 13 1 From Initial VCADS Setup 1 2 3 4 5 6 When prompted to configure a Communication Unit select RP1210A adapter When prompted for the adapter select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB or DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bl
69. twork Solutions Run Test Quit Configure Device 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills MI 48335 248 888 2000 www dgtech com sales dgtech com Good Connection PC to DPA Not Able To Read Data DPA to Vehicle Green Red Test Results Discussion and Next Troubleshooting Steps SUCCESS Successful connect gt There was between the VDA Before you call your 1 Is the Power being in the on po Ensure y a c your VDA user do FAILURE seein These results indicate that there is a pot and the vehicle rotocol that you have select LED lit on your If using a Dearborn Adapter this is a good sign as gt IG you selecting the corre you e to Device DPA5 DLL C windows and Protocol C g messages entia or that the ve ed VDA VENDOR HELP DESK try adapter sit ion ct device on the data bus system32 dgDPAS32 d11 AN 1 1 problem in the hicle not sending m the following things DG adapters are vehicle powered This indicates Power Ground are on the right pin Note that some adapters are now USB powered and the LED being lit may not mean a good connection to vehicle 2 Is the vehicle ignition switch on gt Most vehicles do not communicate externally without it selecting the correct device for your VDA cumentation for the correct device to selec 4 Have you configured your
70. uetooth Select USB for the Port Select J1708 for the protocol When prompted for the Electrical Systems a Click Volvo Trucks VERSION and select RP1210A Adapter b Click Volvo Trucks Vehicle electronics 98 and select RP1210A Adapter c Click Mack Trucks ITC and select RP1210A Adapter d Click Volvo Trucks V MAC IV and select RP1210A Adapter Continue with installation 6 13 2 From Inside VCADS pup Iw oo 6 14 poc Start Program Click the Tools menu and choose Options Select the Comm Unit Configuration tab Select RP1210A Adapter and then select DPA 5 Dual CAN USB DPA 5 DPA 5 Bluetooth ID Bluetooth Select USB for the Port Select J1708 for the protocol Go to the Comm Unit Selection tab a Click Volvo Trucks VERSION and select RP1210A Adapter b Click Volvo Trucks Vehicle electronics 98 and select RP1210A Adapter c Click Mack Trucks ITC and select RP1210A Adapter d Click Volvo Trucks V MAC IV and select RP1210A Adapter Click Ok Volvo Mack Premium Tech Tool PTT Start Program oelect Settings from the PTT menu Go to the Communication Unit configuration tab a Itis here that you select the settings for each adapter that you may use For example if you have an RP1210A adapter it is here that you select which adapter port and protocol b NOTE This identifies the settings for each adapter It does not select which adapter the PT
71. y default once every 30 days and will keep you up to date with the latest versions of drivers for all your DPA DG Diagnostics and VSI 2534 products With this application running regularly and Automatic Firmware Update see DPA user manual turned on this will keep your DPAs up to date with drivers and firmware DG recommends our customers keep up to date so that your OEM and component manufacturer diagnostic applications run smoothly The utility will runs once every 30 days as a user logs on This value is configurable but defaults to 30 days It can also be invoked manually from the Windows Start Menu Start gt Programs Dearborn Group Products gt DPA 5 DG Update 13 1 DG Driver Update Internet Connection Required The DG Driver Update utility depends on successfully connecting to the Internet to one of DG s servers to retrieve the latest version information and to download the latest drivers and applications if necessary Many companies install firewalls and virus protection and these may block the DG server queries and responses If you are connected to the Internet and have issues running DG Update getting Unable to connect to the internet to check for updates messages ensure that your firewall or virus protection will allow a connection to the following Internet host site and port fh dtech com port 8888 There are too many firewall and virus programs on the market to cover in this manual however if you contact your networ

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