MIDTRONICS Battery Tester Software Update (SS002-02)

MIDTRONICS BATTERY TESTER SOFTWARE UPDATE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

INTRODUCTION

The internal software of the Midtronics Battery Tester can now be periodically updated to support future models. New updates will include new battery warranty codes and testing information.

The Technical Information System (TIS) will be the primary distribution method for battery tester software updates. Utilizing the new Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW) and the new essential SST (Midtronics Battery Tester Adapter), you will be able to quickly and easily update your Midtronics Battery Tester.

This bulletin will show you how to use and install the Midtronics Update Wizard to update the Midtronics tester software.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES

• All models and model years through current.

REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIAL

WARRANTY INFORMATION

OP Code	Description	Time	OPN	T1	T2
N/A	Not Applicable to Warranty	---	---	---	---

PROCESS OVERVIEW

The Midtronics Battery Tester Software Update is a 2-step process:

1. Installing the Midtronics Update Wizard.

   The Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW) is an application that only needs to be installed on the PC one time. This bulletin will provide the steps to install the MUW.

2. Using the Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW).

   The Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW) will be used with each battery tester software update. The Update Wizard will walk you through each step to connect the PC to the tester and perform the update.

OPERATION PROCEDURE: PREPARATION

Before Installation or Use of the Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW):

Steps A and B are required to begin the update process. (Refer to Fig 2.)

1. Open TIS (Technical Information System) and go to the "Diagnostics" section.
2. Click on the text "Midtronics Battery Tester Software."

OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Installing the Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW).
   NOTE: The Midtronics Update Wizard only needs to be installed once and must be installed before the rest of the update process can take place. If this step is already complete, continue on to step  2.
   1. Click on the text "Install MUW." (Refer to Fig 3.)
   2. The file download window will appear. Click on "Run this program from it's current location."
   3. Click the "OK" button.
   4. Allow the Update Wizard to perform its self-installation. This will take only a few minutes.
   Fig 3: Installing MUW

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2. Using the Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW).
   1. Click on the latest version of production software. (Refer to Fig 4.) This will begin the software update process.
   2. The next screen to appear will be the first screen of the software update. Click "Next" to continue.
      Fig 4: Using MUW

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   3. Enter the serial number of the battery tester then click "OK." (Refer to Fig 5.)
      Fig 5: Entering Serial Number

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   4. Connect the Midtronics Battery Tester to TIS as instructed (Refer to Fig 6), then click "Next."
      NOTE: Connecting the Midtronics Battery Tester to the TIS station will require the use of SST 00002-DMPUC. This is an adapter that allows the TIS RS-232 cable to plug into the Battery Tester. (Refer to Fig 6.)
      Fig 6: Connecting Midtronics Battery Tester to TIS

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   5. Follow the instructions to put the Midtronics Battery Tester into the correct mode (Refer to Fig 7), then click "Next."
      Fig 7: Preparing Battery Tester for Update

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   6. Confirm the software version and click "Next." (Refer to Fig 8.)
      Fig 8: Confirming Software Version

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      Fig 9 contains confirmation dialogs that will pop up over the Update Information window (Fig 8) when:

      • The update file is an older revision level than that found in the battery tester (Refer to Fig 9 left side of screen) or
      • The update file is the same revision level as that found in the tester (Refer to Fig 9 right side of the screen).

      Click the "Yes" button to clear the pop-up dialog and continue with the update.

      Fig 9: Confirmation Dialogs

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   7. The Midtronics Update Wizard (MUW) will now update the Midtronics Battery Tester software. (Refer to Fig 10.)
      NOTE: Do not interrupt the process (it will take approximately 5 minutes).
      Fig 10: Updating Software

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   8. Upon successful completion, the Update Results screen will display "No errors" and the update is now complete. Click on the "Exit" button. (Refer to Fig 11.)
      Fig 11: Update Results

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      Your Midtronics Battery Tester is now updated and ready for use.

      NOTE: Be sure to regularly check TIS for future updates:

      • The Midtronics Battery Tester OE Stock Number Card will no longer be printed and shipped. It will be distributed through TIS from now on.
      • Later versions of Tester update software will be available on TIS.