Genisys User Guide - OTC

1: General Information
Component Descriptions
Component Descriptions
Genisys Scan Tool
Front View
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Figure 1.3: Scan Tool Front View
1 LCD Screen — displays the menus and data screens.
(Also displays a battery charge level indicator at the
top of the screen when the scan tool is turned on.)
2 Variable Function Keys — four keys that correspond
with “buttons” on some screens; execute special
commands.
3 MENU Key — provides quick access to the Global
OBD II application if held down while turning the scan
tool on.
4 Direction Keys (Up, Down, Left, and Right) —
select an option or scroll through a screen of data or
text.
5 EXIT Key — exits a screen and generally displays the
previous screen.
6 HELP Key — displays helpful information.
7 ENTER Key — executes a selected option and
generally displays the next screen.
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Back View
Figure 1.4: Scan Tool Back View
1 Stand — flips out for setting the scan tool in an upright
position.
2 Add-On Module Compartment — holds an
add-on hardware module such as the Cartridge
Reader, Scope, and Gas M-P modules.
3 Hardware Interface Port (HIP) with access door —
with door open, provides communication between the
scan tool and a connected hardware module.
4 Security Straps (one on each side) — fit around
hands for easier use and to protect against dropping.
5 Battery Compartment and Cover — holds a
rechargable nickel metal hydrate (NiMH) battery
pack.
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