vLinker FS USB OBD2 Adapter Instruction Manual

1. הקדמה און איבערview

The vLinker FS USB OBD2 Adapter is a professional-grade diagnostic tool designed for automotive enthusiasts and professionals. It specializes in working with FORScan software and provides advanced diagnostic and programming capabilities for various vehicle makes, particularly Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.

This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your vLinker FS USB adapter to ensure optimal performance and safe usage.

2. פּראָדוקט פֿעיִקייטן

• FORScan Optimization: Specifically designed and recommended by the FORScan Team for reliable connection and high-speed data transfer.
• Fast and Stable Connection: Achieves 3Mpbs transmission rate and 3Mhz baud rate via USB 2.0/3.0, ensuring smooth data flow without dropped packets or corruption.
• Automatic Electronic Switching: Seamlessly switches between HS-CAN, MS-CAN, and Ford Car networks, allowing simultaneous access to all CAN buses.
• FEPS 18V Programming Voltage רעזולטאַט: Supports advanced programming functions within FORScan.
• Battery Saver and Protection: Features auto sleep/wake-up mode, over-voltage, over-current, over-temperature, and battery drain protection, allowing the device to remain plugged in safely.
• ברייטע פאָרמיטל קאָמפּאַטאַביליטי: Supports all 12V/24V OBD2 standard compliant cars (99% of models after 2000, 92% after 1996 in USA; 12V gasoline after 2000, 12V diesel after 2004 in EU).
• פולע OBD2 פונקציעס: Capable of reading/clearing fault codes, accessing live data, I/M readiness, on-board monitor tests, O2 sensor tests, vehicle information, component tests, and freeze frame data.
• Support for Third-Party Apps: Compatible with FORScan, ELMconfig, ELM FF2, FoCCCus, and other OBD2 applications (apps not included).

Figure 2.1: The vLinker FS USB OBD2 Adapter with its integrated USB cable.

Figure 2.2: Diagram illustrating the automatic electronic switching capability between HS-CAN and MS-CAN, along with hacker-proof, battery saver, and overvoltagE שוץ פֿעיִקייטן.

3. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז

4. סעטאַפּ און ייַנמאָנטירונג

4.1 פּעקל אינהאַלט

איידער איר גייט ווייטער, זיכערט זיך אז אלע זאכן זענען פאראן אין פעקל:

• 1 x vLinker FS USB Adapter
• 1 x באַניצער מאַנואַל (דאָס דאָקומענט)
• 1 רענטגענ פּאַקינג באָקס

4.2 דרייווער און ווייכווארג אינסטאַלאַציע

1. Download FTDI USB Driver: Navigate to the official FTDI webפּלאַץ (www.ftdichip.com). Go to the "DRIVERS" section and select "VCP Drivers". Download the appropriate USB driver for your Windows operating system.
2. ינסטאַלירן וסב דרייווער: Follow the on-screen instructions to install the downloaded FTDI USB driver.
3. Download Diagnostic Application: Download your preferred OBD2 diagnostic application (e.g., FORScan, ELMconfig, ELM FF2, FoCCCus) compatible with Windows. These applications are not included with the vLinker FS USB adapter and may require separate purchase or download.

Figure 4.1: Steps for downloading the FTDI driver and a compatible diagnostic application.

4.3 Connecting the Adapter to Your Vehicle and Computer

1. געפינען די OBD2 פּאָרט: Identify the OBD2 diagnostic port in your vehicle. This port is typically located under the dashboard on the driver's side.
2. Connect Adapter to Vehicle: Firmly plug the vLinker FS USB adapter into your vehicle's OBD2 port.
3. Connect Adapter to Computer: Plug the USB end of the vLinker FS USB adapter into an available USB port on your Windows PC.
4. צינד אן די איגנישאַן: Turn your vehicle's ignition to the "ON" position (engine does not need to be running for most diagnostic functions).

Figure 4.2: Illustration of connecting the vLinker FS USB adapter to the vehicle's OBD2 port and a computer, followed by turning the ignition on.

5. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס

5.1 גרונטלעכע דיאַגנאָסטישע פונקציעס

Once the vLinker FS USB adapter is connected and recognized by your computer and diagnostic software, you can perform various functions:

• לייענען קאָודז: Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the vehicle's Engine Control Unit (ECU).
• מעקן קאָדעס: Clear DTCs from the ECU. Note that clearing codes does not fix the underlying issue.
• דאַטאַ סטרים: View real-time sensor data and parameters from the vehicle.
• I/M גרייטקייט: קאָנטראָלירט דעם סטאַטוס פון עמיסיע-פֿאַרבונדענע מאָניטאָרן צו באַשטימען צי די פאָרמיטל איז גרייט פֿאַר אַן עמיסיע טעסט.
• אויף-באָרד מאָניטאָר טעסט: צוטריט צו רעזולטאטן פון אויף-באָרד דיאַגנאָסטיק מאָניטאָרינג טעסץ פֿאַר ספּעציפֿישע קאָמפּאָנענטן/סיסטעמען.
• O2 סענסאָר טעסט: באַקומען די רעזולטאַטן פון די O2 סענסאָר מאָניטאָרינג טעסט.
• פאָרמיטל אינפֿאָרמאַציע: Display vehicle information such as VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), CID (Calibration ID), and CVN (Calibration Verification Number).
• קאָמפּאָנענט טעסט: Perform specific tests on vehicle components as supported by your diagnostic software.
• פרירן פריים: View א מאָמענטבילד פון די אָפּערירן באדינגונגען פון דעם פאָרמיטל אין דעם מאָמענט וואָס אַ שולד קאָד איז געשטעלט געוואָרן.

פיגורע 5.1: איבערview of the full OBD2 functions supported by the vLinker FS USB adapter.

5.2 Advanced Functions (FORScan Specific)

For users utilizing FORScan, the vLinker FS USB adapter unlocks advanced capabilities:

• Module Configuration and Programming: Modify vehicle settings and program new modules.
• Hidden Function Activation: Enable or disable various vehicle features (e.g., global window open/close, secure idle, turn signal flash count, disabled door ajar chime, reverse tilt mirrors, Bambi mod, tire size correction, heated steering wheel, disabled double horn honk, perpendicular park assist).
• Access to All CAN Buses: Simultaneously access HS-CAN, MS-CAN, and Ford Car networks without manual switching.

פיגורע 5.2: עקסample of FORScan hidden function activation using the vLinker FS USB adapter.

6. וישאַלט

6.1 פירמוואַרע דערהייַנטיקונגען

To ensure optimal performance and access to the latest features, it is recommended to keep the vLinker FS USB firmware updated. Firmware updates are free for the lifetime of the product.

1. פאַרבינדן אַדאַפּטער: Connect the vLinker FS USB adapter to your computer via USB.
2. אידענטיפיצירן דעם COM פּאָרט: Open your computer's Device Manager and identify the COM port assigned to the vLinker FS USB.
3. Launch Update Tool: Use the official vLinker firmware update tool (downloadable from the official webפּלאַץ).
4. Select COM Port and Baud Rate: In the update tool, select the identified COM port and set the default baud rate (e.g., 115200).
5. Browse and Select Firmware File: אראפקאפיע די לעצטע פירמוואַרע file from the official vLinker website. In the update tool, browse and select this firmware file.
6. אָנהייב דערהייַנטיקן: Click the "Update" button to begin the firmware update process. During the update, the Blue (BT) light and Orange (Host) light on the adapter will remain on.
7. פארענדיקונג: Once the update is complete, the Red (OBD) light and Orange (Host) light will turn off. Power cycle the device (unplug and replug) for changes to take effect.

וויכטיק: If the update is interrupted or fails, unplug and replug the device, then re-attempt the update with the latest firmware from the official website. Pirated products cannot be updated.

Figure 6.1: Step-by-step guide for updating the vLinker FS USB firmware.

6.2 רייניקונג און סטאָרידזש

• האַלט דעם אַדאַפּטער ריין און פריי פון שטויב און שמוץ. ניצט אַ ווייכע, טרוקענע שטאָף פֿאַר רייניקונג.
• האַלט דעם אַדאַפּטער אין אַ קיל, טרוקן אָרט אַוועק פון דירעקט זונשייַן און עקסטרעמע טעמפּעראַטורן.
• Avoid exposing the device to moisture or corrosive substances.

7. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג

7.1 פּראָסט ישוז און סאַלושאַנז

Issue: Product does not light up after firmware update.

סיבה: The update process was interrupted or failed.

סגולע: Unplug and replug the device. Download the latest firmware from the official website and re-attempt the update.

Issue: "USB not recognized" error message on computer.

סיבה: Some laptop models with USB 3.0 controllers may not be fully compatible, or the driver is not correctly installed.

סגולע:

• Connect the vLinker FS USB to a different USB port on your computer.
• Connect the vLinker FS USB via a USB 2.0 hub.
• Manually install the FTDI USB driver: Go to the official FTDI webפּלאַץ (www.ftdichip.com), select "DRIVERS", click "VCP Drivers", and download the appropriate USB driver.

Issue: Adapter not connecting to vehicle or software.

סיבה: Incorrect connection, ignition not on, or software configuration issues.

סגולע:

• Ensure the adapter is firmly plugged into the vehicle's OBD2 port and the computer's USB port.
• באַשטעטיקן אַז די איגנישאַן פון דעם אויטאָ איז אין דער "ON" פּאָזיציע.
• Check your diagnostic software settings to ensure the correct COM port is selected for the vLinker FS USB.
• Confirm that the necessary drivers are installed correctly (refer to Section 4.2).

8. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן

The vLinker FS USB car diagnostic scanner comes with a 1-יאָר וואָראַנטי פון די דאַטע פון ​​קויפן.

vLinker provides lifetime Firmware FREE updates to ensure your device remains up-to-date with the latest features and improvements.

For any technical assistance, troubleshooting, or inquiries, vLinker offers round-the-clock tech support. Should you encounter any issues, including failure to connect the device or other operational problems, please contact the vLinker support team. They are available to provide fast responses and technical assistance.

You can typically find contact information for support on the official vLinker webוועבזייטל אדער דורך דעם פארקויפער וואו דער פראדוקט איז געקויפט געווארן.