MaxiECU User Manual Guide
MaxiECU User Manual Guide
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Summary
1- User account on the MaxiECU site ......................................................... 4
2- Software Installation ................................................................................................ 4
3- Connection Configuration .................................................................................... 5
Configure the Bluetooth connection..............................................................................................5
Set up the Wifi connection .......................................................................................................6
4- Application method .................................................................................................... 6
5- License Update ............................................................................................. 7
6- Use of the software.................................................................................................. 7
Connection to the vehicle's computer .........................................................................................8
Disconnection from the vehicle's computer......................................................................................9
Automatic vehicle analysis ...............................................................................................9
Fault Codes (DTC) ....................................................................................................................9
Real-time parameters ...........................................................................................................9
Test actuators .........................................................................................................................10
Adaptations ..............................................................................................................................10
Graph
Error logging .......................................................................................................12
Font color...................................................................................................................13
Home screen icons..................................................................................................................14
Icons settings section.........................................................................................................14
Icons section Help .......................... 14
Other icons – After selecting the vehicle brand ..........................................................15
Other icons – After connecting with the calculator..............................................................15
Other icons – After selecting the icon Default codes ..................................................15
Other icons - After selecting the Real-time Settings icon ................................16
Other icons – After selecting the Graph icon...............................................................16
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Basic information
The use of the software does not require any specialized training. However, it is
It is recommended to read the instruction manual before first use.
The use of the software constitutes acceptance of the terms of the license.
Familiarize yourself with the license terms before installation.
The license is secured by a key, integrated into the interface. This means that you can
use the software on multiple devices.
Hardware requirements
Windows - Newer system on Windows XP
512 MB RAM
1 GB of free space on the hard drive
Free USB port
Internet Connection
Usage precautions
Do not disassemble the product.
In case of malfunction, the product must only be repaired by a technician.
qualified maintenance.
Do not use the device near flammable substances.
Keep out of reach of children.
Protect from moisture.
Do not connect to 24V trucks.
The product must be discarded at an appropriate collection point. Do not throw it away with the regular trash.
housewives. For more information, contact your dealer or the local authority.
waste elimination.
For any technical questions, you can contact us via our contact form.
directly on our site: [Link], or by email: infos@[Link]
MaxiECU France
By ALP Diagnostic
59 Roland Carraz Avenue
21300 Chenôve
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1- User account on the MaxiECU site
Creating an account is necessary to use the software.
After finalizing your purchase, you will receive a link to download the software at the address.
email provided at the time of purchase.
Attention: The link sent is valid for 14 days. If you are unable to activate the account via
the link, go to the [Link] use the 'Account Activation' button.
Your data
Password change
2- Software Installation
Attention: during installation, the interface must not be connected to the computer.
Log in to your user account. The software is available for download.
in the Downloads tab.
Follow the messages that appear.
During installation, provide the serial number of the interface and the password of
account login.
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For more details, we provide you with a tutorial to help you with
the installation of the software:[Link]/[Link]
3- Connection configuration
After installing the software, you need to pair the interface with Windows. In the
MaxiECU interfaces of 4thgeneration, you can choose a Bluetooth or Wifi connection.
The process is unique for the selected connection, that is to say if you change the
Bluetooth connection to Wifi or vice versa, you need to follow the connection procedure.
appropriate.
Confirm with the 'OK' button. After that, you can start the diagnosis of
vehicle.
If the system requires a password, enter: 1234
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Configure the Wifi connection
Connect the interface to the vehicle's OBDII port. The interface LED should be
vert.
Enter the Wifi module of Windows:
In the Windows toolbar (next to the date and clock), click on the 'Wifi' icon.
In the list of available Wifi networks, select the network that contains the number of
series of your interface in its name.
Check the box 'Connect automatically', then click on 'Connect'.
- Launch the MaxiECU software. Go to 'Settings' (gear icon), then in
Connection settings (two arrows icon).
Select the 'Local Network' login option.
Confirm with the 'OK' button. After that, you can start the diagnosis of the
vehicle.
4- Mode of application
If you want to set the application mode, click on: settings, then Settings of
the application
Click on
In the application settings, you can also clear all settings.
current.
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5- License update
Attention: Updating the license is necessary if the account details have changed.
For example, you have a new interface, changed your email address, or purchased a
additional license (new brand).
1- If you downloaded the software installation file before October 2020, uninstall it.
First, the MaxiECU software and download the new installation file from the account
of the user.
Users who have the installation file with a release date after October 2020,
can move to step 2.
2- Make sure you are connected to the Internet.
3- Run the software, click on:
« Aide » (icône de point d’interrogation) -> « Licence » (icône de clé)
If you have changed your interface, make sure you have correctly entered the serial number of
your NEW interface, as username.
1. Connect the interface 2. Launch the program 3. Connect the interface to the vehicle
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Connection to the vehicle's computer
Choose the brand that interests you.
In the panel with filters, select the vehicle model, then the year of production.
as well as the system.
Click on
If the brand icons in the main window are displayed in gray, it means that the
marque en question n’a pas été achetée. Afin de déverrouiller l’accès, vous devez acheter une
license for additional vehicle brands. We invite you to consult our
[Link] contact us by email:infos@[Link]
At initial activation, the columns have a certain width, they are sometimes too
narrow, which prevents you from seeing the values in the table. You can modify the
width by enlarging the column, using your mouse.
To move down, use the bar located on the right side of the table.
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Disconnection from the vehicle's computer
Before disconnecting the computer, finish measuring the parameters, otherwise the possibility
the communication will not be activated.
Click on
Click on
Real-time settings
Once connected to the vehicle's computer, switch to real-time parameters.
Click on Select at least one parameter from the list and use it.
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If you want to increase the display of the shown value of the parameter, move the cursor
on this value, right-click on it, then click using the button
left click on "Zoom".
You can open multiple enlarged windows simultaneously with the values of
parameters.
Test actuators
Once connected to the vehicle's calculator, switch to the 'Test actuators' button.
Click on
Click on
Adaptations
This option allows you to perform advanced functions in the calculator.
Graph
Additional function icons are displayed in the Graph tab.
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Click on
Click on
The report is an option that allows you to generate a readable document containing
information, among other things, on the calculator, the recorded faults, and the parameters.
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Select the location where reports will be automatically saved afterwards.
each diagnosis completed.
To make your data visible in the report, complete the user data. If
If you want to complete your profile, click on: Settings, then user data.
Error recording
Si, lors de l’utilisation du logiciel, il se produit un manque de communication notoire avec les
car computer, or another problem that you cannot solve, contact
us via the reporting form available on the user account.
If the issue concerns the functionality of the software, attach the file with the log of
operations (as described in the description below) as an attachment to
report form.
When activated, the word LOG in the icon will turn yellow.
A window also appears to indicate the default location where the file will be
recorded.
Once the connection is established, the file will be saved to the selected location.
Compress the file. To do this, select the MaxiECU files, click on them with the
Right-click the mouse, hover over the Send to option, then select Compressed Folder
(zipped).
Fill out the form and if the issue concerns the functionality of the software, please
attach the compressed LOG file.
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Font color
To change the font color, click on the Black / White icon.
Black font color (Day mode) White font color (Night mode)
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Home screen icons
Language selection
Connection settings
Reports. Option to indicate the format of the reports and the location where they
will be recorded
About (Shift + F1) Software data, including the software version, the
compilation date, creation date, database
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Other icons – After selecting the vehicle brand
Automatic analysis of
Analysis of all the systems displayed in the list
vehicle (Ctrl + F)
Real-time settings
See section Settings p.9
(Ctrl + 3)
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Other icons – After selecting the Settings icon in real time
real
Zoom Y (Ctrl + Y)
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