Bosch Tech 2 User Manual

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1.  INTRODUCTION
USING THIS MANUAL
To increase their effectiveness with the Tech 2, familiarize yourself with the format and information 
contained in this guide.
VEHICLE SYSTEM FAMILIARITY
While the Tech 2 is a powerful tool, it cannot replace knowledge and skill. To get the most out of the Tech 2, 
you must have a complete understanding of vehicle systems.
When using the Tech 2 to diagnose a vehicle, we recommend that you also refer to the service manual and 
the latest service...

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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW 
TECH 2 DISCLAIMER 
The Tech 2 is designed for use by trained service personnel only. It has been developed for the sole purpose 
of diagnosing and repairing automotive systems with electronic controls and interfaces. Every attempt has 
been made to provide complete and accurate technical information based on factory service information 
available at the time of publication. However, the right is reserved to make changes at any time without 
notice....

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VDE CERTIFICATION (FOR EUROPEAN 
USE) 
This equipment complies with the requirements of VDE 0871/6.78. Improper use or maintenance neglect 
may cause unacceptable radio or TV interference. 
TAKING THE PRODUCT BACK AND 
RECYCLING
Applicable to product that is sold into the European Union, the European Union has passed a directive 
called Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, or WEEE for short, to ensure that systems are setup 
throughout the EU for the collection,...

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This ensures that the devices are recycled in a resource-saving way representing no danger to health or the 
environment.
The WEEE symbol (see Figure 1-1) on the product or its packaging shows that the product must not be 
disposed of as residual garbage.  The user is obliged to collect the old devices separately and return them to 
the WEEE take-back system for recycling.
The WEEE directive concerns all Bosch devices but not external cables or batteries.  For more...

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United Kingdom
Advanced Diagnostics
Unit 5
Alliance Close
Attleborough Fields Industrial Estate
Nuneaton
Warwickshire, CV11 6SDPhone: 44 24 76757951
Fax: 44 24 76757952
Email: [email protected]
WWW: www.advanceddiagnostics.co.uk 

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TECH 2 OVERVIEW 
The Tech 2 is a hand-held computer designed to aid in the diagnosis and repair of automotive systems with 
electronic controls and interfaces. 
POWER SUPPLY 
The Tech 2 can be powered from: 
• The automobile battery power cable 
• The cigarette lighter power cable 
• The Tech 2 power supply 
• The DLC (Data Link Connector) connection in some vehicles 
COMMANDS 
The Tech 2 prompts you to enter commands via the membrane keypad for: 
• Retrieving and viewing...

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MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS 
The dimensions of the Tech 2 are as follows:
Width 6.1 inches (155 mm) 
Height11.8 inches (300 mm)
Depth2.0 inches (55 mm)
We i g h t2.2 pounds (1.0 kg)
TABLE 1-1.  Mechanical Dimensions
FIGURE 1-2. External Features of the Tech 2 (Front View)Keypad
Power On/Off button
DLC Cable Connector Adjustable strap Tilt stand Display
VCI latching lever 

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ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS 
WARRANTY 
The Tech 2 is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for 1 year. If your Tech 2 must be sent 
in for repair, contact Customer Support (see inside front cover).
Important: This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused, altered, used for a purpose other 
than which it was intended, or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use. This includes, 
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02002972 NAO power supply
02002994-003 32 MB PCMCIA card
Product NumberProduct Name
01002398 Vetronix Tech 2 Pro
Part NumberBase Kit
02002952 DLC cable 
02002954 Cigarette lighter power
02002956 Battery power cable
02002955 SAE 16/19 pin adapter
02002953 DLC loopback adapter
01001089 PC Interface Kit
02001606 RS232 loopback adapter
02002971 Storage case
02002961 NAO 12/19 adapter
02002972 NAO power supply
02002994-003 32 MB PCMCIA card
TABLE 1-4.  Pro Kit Parts List
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