Preface

The Heavy Duty scanner is a diagnostic scan tool. The design of the GDS was developed with the technician in
mind. With its large size, true-color touch screen, and easy to use UI which technicians are now able to operate
more intuitively and easily. Equipped with a built-in 400MHZ processor, much more superior compared with the
commonly used ARM9 chip, ensuring the customer accurate and real-time diagnostic information.

The GDS comprehensively supports all protocols and all modes via OBD II. The built-in CANBUS chip supports all
CANBUS agreements. The intuitive design and power of the GDS allows for accurate diagnosis and future software
additions. The scanner is updated via Internet with regular updates throughout the year.
Using Bluetooth technology, a technician can wirelessly diagnose avoiding issues caused by tethered devices.

With its fast speed, accurate readings and convenient UI, the GDS is a first choice when searching for the perfect
Heavy Duty scan tool for diagnostics.

INTRODUCTION

(1) This manual describes how to operate the truck scan tool. Any replication is expressly prohibited.
(2) This heavy duty tool is exclusively for a professional technician.

(3) This manual only describes how to use the truck scan tool. No responsibility is taken for any effect on the
operation of other equipment.

(4) We takes no responsibility for loss of or damage to the truck, scan tool or to personal property caused by
accident, abuse, unauthorized repair or alteration of the scan tool, or not correctly following the instructions in
this manual.
(5) The instructions contained in this manual are current at the time of writing and are subject to change.

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CONTENTS

Chapter One Product Introduction 3

A. GDS appearance 3
B. GDS Connections 4
C. Schematic Diagram of VCI diagnostic box: 5
D . GDS technical specifications 5
E. GDS Packing List 5
Chapter two Using the Scan Tool 6
A. Calibrating the Screen 6
B. Start Screen and Function Buttons 6
1. Scan tool start screen 6
2. Scan tool sub-menu 7
3. Function keys on start screen 7
4. Function keys on sub-menu 8
C. Device Settings 8
1.Checking the scan tool 8
2. Setting the scan tool 9
3. Function menu 9
D. Installing Printer Paper 13
E. Connecting GDS to a Vehicle 14
1.Testing the Connection 14
2.Notes on Establishing the Diagnostic Connection 15
F. Use and Functions 15
1.Menu Selection 15
2. Using the Diagnostic Functions 19
3. Read Vehicle Information 30
Chapter Three Locating the Diagnostic Socket 32
Chapter Four Diagnostic Sockets 33

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Chapter One Product Introduction
A. GDS appearance
1. Front View

2. Rear view

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B. GDS Connections
1. Rear connections

Power switch: Switches on and off

RJ45 connector: undefinition
VGA connector: use this interface to connect to an external monitor (800600 pixels)
Main diagnostic connector: connects to vehicle diagnostic cables.
Power connector: for external power supply.
Touch screen stylus.

2. Forward connections

Serial port: for scan tool debugging.

SD card slot
Paper slot: for printing

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C. Schematic Diagram of VCI diagnostic box:

Function of the Vehicle Connection Interface (VCI):

The VCI box connects between the scan tool and the vehicle diagnostic socket. This box has two
connections, the DB15 connection and the OBD II connection. The main testing cable connects the
scan tool with the DB15 adapter. The OBDII connection is for the OBD adapter. The scan tool with
OBDII diagnostic cable connects directly with the vehicle diagnostic socket. The VCI diagnostic box
features a Bluetooth connection. This allows the scan tool to connect wirelessly to the vehicle. The
cable diagnostics should be changed to wireless diagnostics mode on the menu, when
Bluetooth is used. The serial port is used in debugging the scan tool.

D . GDS technical specifications

Operating system: Windows CE 5.0

Memory: FLASH 64M. SD card
Rechargeable battery
External power supply: DC12V
Printer: mini high-speed thermal printer
Screen: 8 inch LCD touch screen
Relative humidity resistance: <90%, temperature: -20-50
Wireless communication: Bluetooth

E. GDS Packing List

Packaging contains: Scan tool with SD card, touch screen stylus, connector cables, VCI,
power supply adapter, 12VDC car battery cables, SD card adaptor, operator manual
and carrying case.

Overall size: 305.2215.285mm

Weight: 10KG

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Chapter two Using the Scan Tool
A. Calibrating the Screen
1 During the boot process, tap anywhere to access the screen calibration
program

2 Click on the center of the cross on the main screen cursor after starting the
screen calibration program. The cross cursor will turn in the middle of the
screen, move to the upper left, lower left, lower right, and upper right corner of
the five points. Click on the cross cursor each time it moves. Each click will
move the cross cursor to the next position. Accurate clicking ensures accurate
calibration. Click anywhere to store the current calibration value after five
directions are followed. Click to enter the boot process.

The screen does not need to be calibrated each time the scan tool is used. Calibrate
only if the touch screen appears to be slow or inaccurate. (Touch screen calibration
also can be set via the Setting function in the main menu as it is powered on.)

B. Start Screen and Function Keys

1. Scan tool start screen

After turning on the scan tool, you will see the following home screen

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2. Scan tool sub-menu

You can click the PgUp or PgDn key to select the page. The "Diesel"
sub-menu screen is shown below

3. Function keys on start screen

Function keys Function notes

Scan tool information button. Click to display system
information, software and hardware version, password,
release date, product serial number, etc.

Click on this button to display the main setup menu.

Click on this button to access the Help function.

Wireless Bluetooth signal indicator.

Battery charge status.

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4. Function keys on sub-menu

Function keys Function

Return to the start screen

Camera key. Click on this button to capture frames and

store them in the "Snapshot" folder on the SD card.

Help button. Click to access support.

Return key. Return to the previous screen.

Page Up key. Return to the previous sub-menu.

Page Down key. Go to the next sub-menu screen.

OK Button. Confirm function selection.

Print Button. Print the currently displayed information.

C. Device Settings

1. Checking the scan tool

To check the current settingsclick the button at the bottom of

the start screen to display the software and hardware version, release date
and product serial number, as shown below.

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2. Setting the scan tool

Device Settings Screen Click the button to display the set up

menu, as shown below.

3. Function Menu

Icon Description
Language settings menu. Use to change the active
language.

Display calibration menu. Calibrate the units display.

Buzzer set menu. Use to turn the audible beep on or

off.

Use this menu to switch between US/Imperial units and

metric.

Display settings menu.

Pair the Bluetooth signal between VCI box and scan

tool.

Test if the VCI box is working normally or not.

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A. Choose the language as shown.

B. Calibrate the display as shown.

C. Turn the audible beep on or off,

as shown.

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D. Change between US customary/

Imperial and metric units, as shown.

E. Use the Display menu to switch

the control buttons between left and
right, as shown.

F. Use SelfTest to check the device

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G. Use Playback to check the

diagnosis history data. Click
View and you can see the data.

H. Click Software and you will see

the whole software. You can select
one or some you dont want and click
Delete to delete some.

I. All the Snapshot pictures of the

screen will be find under Snapshot ,
select the picture and click View
then you can see the picture, as
shown.

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D. Installing Printer Paper

1. Notes
Use paper with 30mm X 57mm and inner hole of 10mm for thermal paper.
Store the thermal paper in a cool place.
The printer will not print if the paper is incorrectly installed.

2. Installing Printer Paper

A Take the printer cover off the back B Remove the printer roller, install the
of the scan tool. Push the printer printing paper and insert the roll, as
cover in the direction of the arrow to shown below
open, as shown below

C Stretch out the paper. Ensure D The unit is ready to print after the
that the edge of paper is lined up cover is installed. If paper does not
with printing box; then, push back print smoothly, please check if paper is
the cover, as shown below installed correctly.

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E. Connecting GDS HD to a Vehicle

1.Testing the Connection

Check that the SD card is correctly installed.
Connect scan tool with VCI diagnostic box to the diagnostic cable.
Select the correct connector for the vehicle diagnostic socket. Connect
the VCI box with the vehicle diagnostic socket.
Use the universal jumper box to test if there is no suitable connector in
the kit. Follow these instructions:
a. Test the diagnostic socket using a multi-meter before connecting, to
confirm the positive and negative pins, K communication line or CAN
BUS communication line.
b. Avoid shaking the cable. This may cause a short circuit and destroy
the electronic components, as the terminal spacing is very small.
c. Incorrect connection can destroy the ECU or the electronic
components in the scan tool. For example, reversing the positive and
negative pins, or treating the positive as the K line, will destroy
diagnostic equipment. If the H line is connected to the L line on the CAN
BUS, there will be no connectivity.
d. For illustrations of diagnostic sockets and cables, refer to page 34.
Check that the scan tool power light is on.

Follow this connection diagram:

Scanner Cable VCI Truck connectors

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2.Notes on Establishing the Diagnostic Connection

Check that the normal working voltage, 12 V or 24 V, is present.

Avoid forcing the cable into the socket or pulling the cable hard.
Remember that fault diagnosis requires paying attention to all factors. For
example, the cylinder test for some vehicles requires an engine water
temperature of engine of 80 -105 switch of lights and air conditioning,
loosen pedal, etc.
Diesel vehicles and the electronic control system are complex. If a connection
cannot be established, or testing data are wrong, please check the correct
ECU model.
Consider updating the software if the vehicle model or diesel electronic
control system is not in the menu, or contact technical support.
Using a diagnostic cable not supplied with this scan tool may cause data loss
or damage.
Do not unplug the SD card, to avoid losing test data.
Do not power the scan tool off when it is connected to a vehicle. Cancel
the diagnostic procedure first; then, power off the scan tool.
Do not shake or strike the scan tool. Touch the screen gently, to ensure a
long working life and to maintain the warranty on the unit.
Power the scan tool off when not in use.

F. Use and Functions

1.Menu Selection
To connect the scan tool to a vehicle, press the power switch and enter
the main menu , as follows

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Select the correct menu according to your needs:

Example: for HINO, choose Engine, then select the HINO logo. If the
vehicle maker is not found in the first screen, click PgUpor PgDnand
find it as follows:

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If multiple software versions are displayed, choose the latest release. Click on
OK, then enter theHINOmenu, and choose from the following menu:

Take diagnose Engine as an example: Turn the ignition key to ON, then
select the Engine menu. The diagnostic box will communicate with the
vehicle ECU. The screen will display the communication status as shown below.

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If communication with the vehicle ECU fails, the screen will show test
failed as below.

Note: Possible causes of screen failure include:

The ignition key is not turned to the ON position. Turn the key ON or
start the engine.
Poor connection between the scan tool and the vehicle diagnostic socket.
Recheck the connection.
The incorrect menu was selected.
The units software has not been updated. Please keep the software current.

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2. Using the Diagnostic Functions

If the unit communicates correctly, the screen will show such information as
shown below.

Press OK to enter the diagnostic functions menu. The functions will vary by
vehicle and system, as shown below.

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Reading ECU data

This function displays system identification or system information in

some drive-by-wire vehicle. Both terms mean the same thing: software
version, hardware version, ECU, etc.. See below.

Reading fault codes

Select the read fault code function to read fault codes stored in the vehicles
ECU. if there are no fault codes in the ECUthe screen displays no fault code
present or system is normalas shown below.

Note: when diagnosing faults, if the display shows system is normal or no

fault code presentthere are no faults stored in the ECU or there are some
other faults which cannot be detected by the ECU. Check for these faults via
the data stream function.

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If there are fault codes stored in the ECU, the screen will display all fault codes,
as follows.

Note: The first fault codes detected are not necessarily the most important for clearing
faults. When driving the vehicle or running one of the systems, the ECU diagnoses the
entire system continuously. Faults could be caused by driving conditions. These may be
unrelated to actual vehicle faults.

Record the fault codes first detected. Delete them; then, read the codes again. Codes
that cannot be deleted indicate problems to be fixed. If all fault codes can be erased
but the problems persist, start the vehicle and read the fault codes after driving. A
fault code that continues to be displayed indicates what needs to be repaired.

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Reading the freeze frame

Go back and select freeze frame to read the freeze frame data. For example,
when reading the freeze frame data of fault code P0188choose fault code
of P0188 then selectfreeze frameThe freeze frame data will display, as
shown below.

Note: not all ECUs have the freeze frame function. Freeze frame data means that
when recording a fault code, the ECU will also save all data relating to this fault code,
including input and output data.

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Erasing fault codes

Select erase fault codes to erase the ECU memory. This function will erase
all current and historical fault codes. Make sure you record the fault codes
before erasing. See below.

After pressingYes to erase fault codesif communication is normal, the

system will display Erase fault codes successfully or Fault codes removed. If
you need to read fault codes again after erasing, make sure if the fault codes are
erased. See below.

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Reading data stream

Go to the testing function menu, select read data stream for the dynamic and
static data stream on the system. Note: select and display the individual data
streams as required. Some data streams require the engine to be running and
some do not. See below.

After selecting the data itemspress OK to display real-time data. See

below.

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Note: using the live data stream function requires a good understanding on the
sensor data, control signal and control method of every system of the vehicle.

Actuation test function

Go to the testing function menu. Select actuation test to show the

actuation tests available on the system in question:

Noteactuation test executes a test of certain system components. This function

dynamically tests components.

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Take testing EGR solenoid valve as an example. Press the EGR solenoid
valve menu to test the EGR solenoid valve. Observe whether the EGR
solenoid valve moves as directed. See below.

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Function Test

Go to the test function menu screen to enter the "function test" menu, as shown
below.

Tip: The Function Test conducts advanced diagnosis of electronically-

controlled diesel systems and maintenance functions. Ensure that on-screen
instructions are followed. Some tests require the engine to be running.

Take "VNT Check" , for example. Select the "VNT Check" menu to display the
necessary conditions or operational tips for functional testing. Start test after
confirming, as below.

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Reading and writing nozzle code (QR code)

In the test function menu screen, select "injector data" function to display the
read, write, Nozzle Data menu, as shown below.

After selecting "read QR" menu read the engine nozzle data, as shown below.

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To program a new injector, go to the "injector data" function, select the "write
QR" menu. You can then program the sixth cylinder injector, as shown below.

Before you can program an injector, the system needs to check whether the
code is correct or not. After confirmation, click OKas shown below.

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If the communication is normal, this screen will be displayedtest end,

meaning the injector has been successfully, programmed, as shown below.

Tip: Typically, only when replacing the injector do you need the function
Read and write Injector code (QR code). Before reprogramming, first ensure
that the correct injector is selected.

3. Read Vehicle Information

In the test function menu, select the "vehicle data" menu to read the
basic information of vehicles and vehicle data, as shown below.

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Read basic information about the vehicle, as shown below.

Read vehicle data, as shown below.

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Chapter Three Locating the Diagnostic Socket

Truck seat diagnostic socket location

Diagnostic Socket Location:

Diagnostic Location on light-duty truck:

Diagnostic socket location on utility vehicle:

Diagnostic socket location on small car:

NOTE: Each vehicle manufacturer may use additional pins to diagnose a variety of systems. Not every manufacturer
uses the same standard. The function on a certain pin will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Verify with the
manufacturer.

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Chapter Four Diagnostic Sockets

The standard OBD II Diagnostic Socket

Terminals:
16 #: Positive (12V/24V)
6 #: J1939+
14 #: J1939-
12#: J1708+
13#: J1708-
4#: Ground (negative)

Round 16PIN diagnostic Block (Denso, Bosch, Cummins):

Terminals:
# 1: Positive
2 #: Negative
8 # / 7 # / 5 #: K Diagnosis
11 #: CAN H diagnosis
12 #: CAN L Diagnosis

Round 37PIN diagnostic Block (MAN)

Terminals:
Other pins (not for diagnostic features)
A #: Negative
D #: Positive
a #: Engine Control System K line
Z #: Engine Control System L line
L #: Auxiliary heater K line
P #: Auxiliary heater L line
U #: Reducer K Line
V #: Reducer L Line

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(4) Round 38-pin diagnostic socket (Iveco models):

Terminals:

1 #: EDC / exhaust gas recirculation L line
2 #: EDC / exhaust gas recirculation K line
3 #: ABS; ABS / ABD L line
4 #: ABS; ABS / ABD K Line
5 #: SRS / Retarder L line
6 #: SRS / Retarder K Line
7 #: combination instrument L line
8 #: Combination meter / odometer K Line
9 #: Secondary / supplementary heating L line
10 #: Auxiliary / supplementary heater K Line
11 #: 15 terminals
12 #: Start acceleration protection K line
13#: HVAC L line
14#: HVAC K Line
21 #: CAN BUS high
22 #: CAN BUS LOW
27 #: terminal 30 (positive)
28#: Speed
29 #: Speed signal
30 #: Ground (negative)

(5) Round 9 pin Diagnostic Socket (Cummins, Bosch, Carter):

Terminals:
A #: ground (negative)
B #: power supply (positive)
C #: CAN High 1
D #: CAN Low 1
E #: L line
F #: RS-485+
G#: RS--485-
H #: CAN High 2
J #: CAN Low 2

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