Every day you need to combine reactivity and performance, to get even closer to the customer's requirements. CITROËN and ACTIA have therefore designed a new generation of high-tech products that cover the entire spectrum of CITROËN vehicle diagnostic requirements. The various LEXIA3 packs are built around standard hardware, compatible with the current I.T.
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LEXIA3 User Guide documentation supplied with LEXIA3. We wish you an easy installation and successful diagnostics. ACTIA www.autokmfactory.com 2 - Preface -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 1.3 Structure of technical documentation The present User Guide contains all the information necessary to install the systems supplied with LEXIA3. The Guide enables you to set up your LEXIA3 (assembly, connection), and also describes how to install and use the application software. A few helpful recommendations for assembling your LEXIA3 are given below, together with a glossary of the terms used throughout the remainder of the Guide.
LEXIA3 User Guide Do not connect any USB connectors on the PC Tablet unless specifically instructed by the present document. The USB connectors on your PC Tablet are indicated by the following logo :1.5 1.5 Glossary HUB: Common connector (HUB), providing duplicate USB ports (enabling various hardware to be connected).
LEXIA3 User Guide 2. EXPERT Pack and CHRONO Pack Installation time around: In its fullest configuration, your LEXIA3 comprises the following: www.autokmfactory.com - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack - 7...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.1 EXPERT Pack The EXPERT Pack comprises the following standard and optional elements: Element For Installation See … STANDARD 1 Trolley 2.3.1 Trolley 2 PC Tablet 2.3.2 PC Tablet 3 PC Tablet protection cover 2.3.3 PC Tablet protection cover 4 Multi-connectors 2.3.4 Multi-connectors - Universal adapter - Power supplies...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.2 CHRONO Pack The CHRONO Pack comprises the following standard and optional elements: Element For Installation See … STANDARD 1 Trolley 2.3.1 Trolley 2 PC Tablet 2.3.2 PC Tablet 3 PC Tablet protection cover 2.3.3 PC Tablet protection cover 4 Multi-connectors 2.3.4 Multi-connectors - Universal adapter - Power supplies...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3 Installing the hardware 2.3.1 Trolley The trolley conveniently carries all the LEXIA3 equipment required, and makes utilisa- tion very simple and user-friendly. The trolley comprises the following elements: 1. a stowage system for the PC Tablet and its protection cover, 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide The spanner supplied in the trolley drawer enables you to adapt the PC Tablet mounting system (5) to suit your own particular utilisation. Tighten the PC Tablet mounting as follows: 1. Remove the cover. 2. Adjust the grip as required and install the cover. - EXPERT Pack &...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.2 PC Tablet Description Front panel www.autokmfactory.com Button or Function Status indicator PC Tablet in Lights up when the PC Tablet is processing operation. data. Battery charge Green, steady: your battery is between 50% indicator. and 100% charged. Orange, steady: your battery is between 13% and 49% charged.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Mains power and Orange: mains power and battery are both battery charge available and system is charging. indicator. Green: - mains power and battery are both available and system is not charging (battery fully charged). - mains power available but battery not installed.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Connector panels Installing the battery in the PC Tablet When delivered, the battery is not installed in your PC Tablet. Insert the battery into its housing, on the left side of the PC Tablet. www.autokmfactory.com The first time you use your system, the battery is not fully charged. Charge it using the external power unit supplied (Section 2.3.4).
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the protection film on the PC Tablet screen A screen protection film is supplied with the PC Tablet. The film has two protective layers. To install the protection film on the PC Tablet screen: 1. Remove one of the two protective layers. 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the light pen To obtain another light pen, refer to Section 8.1. Use only the light pen supplied. Any other object may permanently damage the screen and will not work properly. The PC Tablet screen only works with the electro-magnetic light pen supplied.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Disabling the Wi-Fi function Your LEXIA3 tool is equipped with a wireless function for all communication operations. However, activating this function limits the battery endurance of your tool, if there is no Wi-Fi communication terminal in your workshop (see Section 4). Thus, if you are not using the Wi-Fi option, you must disable the Wi-Fi function before continuing the installation.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.3 PC Tablet protection cover Description Before using your PC Tablet, you must insert it in its protection cover, as shown below: www.autokmfactory.com Installing the PC Tablet on the trolley When the PC Tablet is equipped with its protection cover, it can be installed on the trolley mounting system.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.4 Multi-connectors - Universal adapter - Power supplies Your tool is supplied with the necessary multi-connectors and, for some countries, a universal adapter, which will provide the power supplies required by your LEXIA3. PC Tablet mains power supply The PC Tablet mains power kit comprises the following elements: - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Preparing the power cable before connection to the PC Tablet The power cable must be equipped with its electro-magnetic protection before it is connected to the PC Tablet. 1. Insert the power cable once into the electro-magnetic protection filter. 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide PC Tablet power supply for use on the trolley To install the PC Tablet on the trolley, proceed as follows: 1. Insert the power cable through the bottom of the trolley. 2. Recover the cable at the top of the duct. - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 3. Connect the power cable to the PC Tablet. 4. Connect the power cable to the multi-connector. 5. Place the multi-connector behind the sliding doors on the trolley. 6. Connect the multi-connector to mains power, using the universal adapter if necessary.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.5 Using the PC Tablet for the first time The diagnostic software is already installed on your tool. However, when using the PC Tablet for the first time, you need to configure your own environment (country, language, keyboard). To power up your PC Tablet, press the On/Off (Marche/Arrêt) button.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Configuring your PC Tablet To configure your PC Tablet for your own personal requirements (numerical, currency and date/time formats, place of utilisation, keyboard configuration), proceed as follows: 1. Press Start. 2. Select Control Panel. 3. Select Regional and Language Options. 24 - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 4. Select the Regional Options tab. 5. In the Standards and Formats section, select the language corresponding to the numerical, currency and date/time formats required. 6. In the Location section, select the place where your PC Tablet is being used. Do not press OK or Apply - a restart will be prompted.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 8. Then select the Settings tab. 9. In the Default input language section, select the keyboard entry language. 10. In the Language used in menus and dialogs section, select the required language. Do not press OK or Apply - a restart will be prompted. 26 - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 11. Select the Advanced tab. 12. In the Language for non-Unicode programs section, select the required language. 13. Press OK. 14. Press OK. 15. Press Yes. 16. Press Yes. The PC Tablet will restart. - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack - 27...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Shutdown The shutdown procedure (software and power off) must be respected on your LEXIA3 diagnostic tool. During the shutdown phase, LEXIA3 updates its internal data. Therefore you must quit the application properly, respecting the procedure defined in Section 6.3.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.6 Vehicle adapter The vehicle adapter provides a power supply for the PC Tablet when used onboard a vehicle. The adapter comprises: • a PC Tablet power connector, • a cigar-lighter connector. - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack - 29...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.7 Anti-theft security The anti-theft security device keeps the diagnostic system safe from theft, both during operation and when not operating. The anti-theft security device comprises: • a locking cable. www.autokmfactory.com • two keys. To install the anti-theft security device: 1.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Insert the end-piece into the rear panel of the PC Tablet, and turn the key to lock it. Keep the spare key in a safe place that you can easily remember. - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack - 31...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.8 Common connector (HUB) Description The common connector (HUB) centralises your USB connections (DVD, modem, etc.). The common connector (HUB) comprises the following elements: Labels are supplied to indicate to which elements your equipment or options are connected.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Common connector (HUB) labels The following labels are available: ∙ • PC Tablet • DVD • KEYBOARD • MOUSE • MODEM • ICC for the CITROËN Communication Interface • BBP2 for the 252-way Controlled Terminal Box • MEASURE fore the Physical Measurement Interface •...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Starting up To start up the common connector (HUB), proceed as follows: 1. Supply power to the common connector (HUB). 2. Connect the USB cable between the common connector (HUB) and the PC Tablet (which must be switched on). 3.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.9 DVD drive The DVD drive is used to update your LEXIA3 diagnostic tool and to consult the CI- TROËN charts on the documentation CD-ROM, etc. Description The DVD drive comprises the following elements: To start up the DVD drive: 1.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Open the drawer on the front of the trolley. 3. Connect the USB cable to the DVD drive. 4. Connect the power cable to the DVD drive. 5. Slide the DVD drive into its housing, inside the drawer. 36 - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 6. Various Info bubbles appear on the screen, to indicate that the DVD drive has been recognised by the PC Tablet. To close these Info bubbles, use the light pen to press on the cross in the top RH corner. - EXPERT Pack &...
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.10 Keyboard and mouse To install the keyboard, proceed as follows: 1. Pass the cables in through the top of the trolley, in the specific position, and run them down through the duct, to the common connector (HUB). 2.
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.11 CITROËN Communication Interface (ICC) Description and adapters The CITROËN Communication Interface is your diagnostic system new external communication board, designed to provide the link between your PC Tablet and the vehicle. LEXIA3 CITROËN Communication Interface components: AC963833 Component AC963833 CITROËN Communication Interface...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Cable compatibility table Cable LEXIA2 LEXIA3 AC911032 ADA 03 AC9111001 Cigar lighter cable AC911312 30-way adapter AC911314 2-way adapter AC911675 2-way adapter + Power + Pretensioner AC911440 LEXIA2 OBD adapter AC911658 LEXIA3 OBD adapter AC911661 LEXIA2 USB cable AC911664 USB cable AC911662...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Press FINISH (TERMINER). Checking the operation of the CITROËN Communication Interface CITROËN Communication Interface operation can be checked by running a full test of all the computer systems, on a vehicle of your choice, using the LEXIA3 tool (see Section 5).
LEXIA3 User Guide 2.3.12 ISDN modem The ISDN modem provides access to the following, through Internet: • Software updates for your tool, • Remote coding and downloading data, • And remote assistance. Depending on the country in which you are using your system, the modem may be a different version.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Description of the OLITEC ISDN modem The OLITEC ISDN modem comprises the following elements: Description of the MULTITECH ISDN modem The MULTITECH ISDN modem comprises the following elements: - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack - 43...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the modem To install the modem: 1. Place the modem in the rear compartment of the trolley. 2. Run the telephone cable out through the specific hole and connect it to the telephone socket. 44 - EXPERT Pack & CHRONO Pack -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 3. Connect the modem USB cable to the common connector (HUB). 4. Install the label base on the cable. 5. Bond the MODEM label on the base. 6. Bond the other MODEM label on the USB port at the common connector (HUB) level.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Configuring the Internet connection Connect your modem before starting up the system. To configure the Internet connection, proceed as follows: 1. Press Start (Démarrer), followed by Configuration panel (Panneau de configuration). 2. Select the Internet Options (Options Internet) icon. 3.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 6. Press the Parameters (Paramètres) button. 7. Enter the User login (Nom d’utilisateur), the Password (Mot de passe) and the Sector name (Nom de domaine) supplied by your Internet provider, and then press the Properties (Propriétés) button. - EXPERT Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 8. Enter the Telephone number (Numéro de téléphone) of your Internet provider. Check that the connection is actually using your modem. The square corresponding to your modem must be ticked. Then click on OK to confirm. www.autokmfactory.com 9.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 10. Select Internet Protocol (Protocole Internet - TCP/IP) and then press the Properties (Propriétés) button. 11. Select Use next DNS address (Utiliser l’adresse de serveur DNS suivante), enter the IP addresses (Adresses IP) of both primary and secondary DNS (DNS primaires et secondaires) servers and then press the OK button several times.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Working online To use your Internet connection normally, you will need to work online. Proceed as follows: 1. Open Internet Explorer. 2. In the File (Fichier) menu, deactivate the Work offline (Travailler hors connexion) option, if it was active, if the option is not ticked then it is deactivated √...
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PC Tablet. To test your Internet connection, proceed as follows: 1. Enter the address of a Web site (for example: www.actia.com). The remote connection dialogue box then appears. 2. Press Connection (Connexion). The connection is made and the Web site home page is opened.
LEXIA3 User Guide 3. MOBILE Pack and LIGHT Pack Installation time around: In its fullest configuration, your LEXIA3 MOBILE Pack or LIGHT Pack comprises the following: www.autokmfactory.com - MOBILE Pack & LIGHT Pack - 53...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.1 MOBILE Pack The MOBILE Pack comprises the following standard and optional elements: Element For Installation See … STANDARD 1 PC Tablet 3.3.1 PC Tablet 2 PC Tablet protection cover 3.3.2 PC Tablet protection cover Multi-connector 3.3.4 Multi-connector - Universal adapter - Power supplies Vehicle adapter 3.3.5 Vehicle adapter...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.2 LIGHT Pack The LIGHT Pack comprises the following standard and optional elements: Element For Installation See … STANDARD 1 PC Tablet 3.3.1 PC Tablet 2 PC Tablet protection cover 3.3.2 PC Tablet protection cover Multi-connector 3.3.3 Multi-connectors - Universal adapter - Power supplies Vehicle adapter 3.3.5 Vehicle adapter...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3 Installing the hardware 3.3.1 PC Tablet Description Front panel Button or Function Status indicator PC Tablet in Lights up when the tool is processing data. operation. Battery charge Green, steady: your battery is between 50% indicator. and 100% charged.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Mains power and Orange: mains power and battery are both battery charge available and system is charging. indicator. Green: - mains power and battery are both available and system is not charging (battery fully charged). - mains power available but battery not installed.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Connector panels Installing the battery in the PC Tablet When delivered, the battery is not installed in your PC Tablet. Insert the battery into its housing, on the left side of the PC Tablet. The first time you use your system, the battery is not fully charged. Charge it using the external power unit supplied (Section 2.3.4).
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the protection film on the PC Tablet screen A screen protection film is supplied with the PC Tablet. The film has two protective layers. To install the protection film on the PC Tablet screen: 1. Remove one of the two protective layers. 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the light pen Use only the light pen supplied. Any other object may permanently damage the screen and will not work properly. The PC Tablet screen only works with the electro-magnetic light pen supplied. If you lose the light pen, you will not be able to use your LEXIA3. To obtain another light pen, refer to Section 8.1.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Disabling the Wi-Fi function Your LEXIA3 tool is equipped with a wireless function for all communication operations. However, activating this function limits the battery endurance of your tool, if there is no Wi-Fi communication terminal in your workshop (see Section 4). Thus, if you are not using the Wi-Fi option, you must disable the Wi-Fi function before continuing the installation.
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.2 PC Tablet protection cover Description Before using your PC Tablet, you must insert it in its protection cover, as shown below: 3.3.3 Multi-connector - Universal adapter - Power supplies Your tool is supplied with a multi-connector and, for some countries, a universal adapter, which will provide the power supplies required by your LEXIA3.
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LEXIA3 User Guide PC Tablet mains power supply The PC Tablet mains power kit comprises the following elements: - MOBILE Pack & LIGHT Pack - 63...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Preparing the power cable before connection to the PC Tablet The power cable must be equipped with its electro-magnetic protection before it is connected to the PC Tablet. 1. Insert the power cable once into the electro-magnetic protection filter. 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide PC Tablet power supply 1. Connect the power cable to the PC Tablet. 2. Connect the power cable to the multi-connector. 3. Connect the multi-connector to the mains power supply, using the universal adapter supplied, if necessary. - MOBILE Pack &...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.4 Using the PCTablet for the first time The diagnostic software is already installed on your PC. However, when using the PC Tablet for the first time, you need to configure your own environment (country, language, keyboard). To power up your PC Tablet, press the On/Off (Marche/Arrêt) button.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Configuring your PC Tablet To configure your PC Tablet for your own personal requirements (numerical, currency and date/time formats, place of utilisation, keyboard configuration), proceed as follows: 1. Press Start. 2. Select Control Panel. 3. Select Regional and Language Options. - MOBILE Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 4. Select the Regional Options tab. 5. In the Standards and Formats section, select the language corresponding to the numerical, currency and date/time formats required. 6. In the Location section, select the place where your PC Tablet is being used. Do not press OK or Apply - a restart will be prompted.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 8. Then select the Settings tab. 9. In the Default input language section, select the keyboard entry language. 10. In the Language used in menus and dialogs section, select the required language. Do not press OK or Apply - a restart will be prompted. - MOBILE Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 11. Select the Advanced tab. 12. In the Language for non Unicode programs section, select the required language. 13. Press OK. 14. Press OK. 15. Press Yes. 16. Press Yes. The PC Tablet will restart. 70 - MOBILE Pack & LIGHT Pack -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Shutdown The shutdown procedure (software and power off) must be respected on your LEXIA3 diagnostic tool. During the shutdown phase, LEXIA3 updates its internal data. Therefore you must quit the application properly, respecting the procedure defined in Section 6.3.
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.5 Vehicle adapter The vehicle adapter provides a power supply for the PC Tablet when used onboard a vehicle. The adapter comprises: • a PC Tablet power connector, • a cigar-lighter connector. 72 - MOBILE Pack & LIGHT Pack -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.6 Anti-theft security The anti-theft security device keeps the diagnostic system safe from theft, both during operation and when not operating. The anti-theft security device comprises: • a locking cable. • two keys. To install the anti-theft security device: 1.
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.7 DVD drive The DVD drive is used to update your LEXIA3 diagnostic tool and to consult the CI- TROËN charts on the documentation CD-ROM, etc. Description The DVD drive comprises the following elements: To start up the DVD drive: 1.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Connect the USB cable to the DVD drive. 3. Connect the power cable to the DVD drive. 4. Various Info bubbles appear on the screen, to indicate that the DVD drive has been recognised by the PC Tablet. To close these Info bubbles, use the light pen to press on the cross in the top RH corner.
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.8 CITROËN Communication Interface (ICC) Description and adapters The CITROËN Communication Interface is your diagnostic system new external com- munication board, designed to provide the link between your PC Tablet and the vehi- cle. LEXIA3 CITROËN Communication Interface components: AC963833 Component AC963833 CITROËN Communication Interface...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Cable compatibility table Cable LEXIA2 LEXIA3 AC911032 ADA 03 AC9111001 Cigar lighter cable AC911312 30-way adapter AC911314 2-way adapter AC911675 2-way adapter + Power + Pretensioner AC911440 LEXIA2 OBD adapter AC911658 LEXIA3 OBD adapter AC911661 LEXIA2 USB cable AC911664 USB cable AC911662...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Press FINISH (TERMINER). Checking the operation of the CITROËN Communication Interface CITROËN Communication Interface operation can be checked by running a full test of all the computer systems, on a vehicle of your choice, using the LEXIA3 tool (see Section 5). 78 - MOBILE Pack &...
LEXIA3 User Guide 3.3.9 ISDN modem The ISDN modem provides access to the following, through Internet: • Software updates for your LEXIA3 tool, • CITROËN remote coding and downloading data, • And CITROËN remote assistance. Depending on the country in which you are using your system, the modem may be a different version.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Description of the OLITEC ISDN modem The OLITEC ISDN modem comprises the following elements: Description of the MULTITECH ISDN modem The MULTITECH ISDN modem comprises the following elements: 80 - MOBILE Pack & LIGHT Pack -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide Installing the modem To install the modem: 1. Connect the telephone cable to the telephone socket. 2. Connect the modem USB cable to the PC Tablet. 3. Various Info bubbles appear on the screen, to indicate that the modem has been recognised by the PC Tablet.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Configuring the Internet connection Connect your modem before starting up the system. To configure the Internet connection, proceed as follows: 1. Press Start (Démarrer), followed by Configuration panel (Panneau de configuration). 2. Select the Internet Options (Options Internet) icon. 3.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 6. Press the Parameters (Paramètres) button. 7. Enter the User login (Nom d’utilisateur), the Password (Mot de passe) and the Sector name (Nom de domaine) supplied by your Internet provider, and then press the Properties (Propriétés) button. - MOBILE Pack &...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 8. Enter the Telephone number (Numéro de téléphone) of your Internet provider. Check that the connection is actually using your modem. The square corresponding to your modem must be ticked. Then click on OK to confirm. 9. If your Internet provider has supplied DSNs, select the Network management (Gestion de réseau) tab.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 10. Select Internet Protocol (Protocole Internet - TCP/IP) and then press the Properties (Propriétés) button. 11. Select Use next DNS address (Utiliser l’adresse de serveur DNS suivante), enter the IP addresses (Adresses IP) of both primary and secondary DNS (DNS primaires et secondaires) servers and then press the OK button.
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LEXIA3 User Guide Working online To use your Internet connection normally, you will need to work online. Proceed as follows: 1. Open Internet Explorer. 2. In the File (Fichier) menu, deactivate the Work offline (Travailler hors connexion) option, if it was active, if the option is not ticked then it is deactivated.
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PC Tablet. To test your Internet connection, proceed as follows: 1. Enter the address of a Web site (for example: www.actia.com). The remote connection dialogue box then appears. 2. Press Connection (Connexion). The connection is made and the Web site home page is opened.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 4. Options 4.1 Common connector (HUB) 4.1.1 Description The common connector (HUB) centralises your USB connections (DVD, modem, etc.). The common connector (HUB) comprises the following elements: 4.1.2 Startup To start up the common connector (HUB), proceed as follows: 1.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 3. Various Info bubbles appear on the screen, to indicate that the common connector (HUB) has been recognised by the PC Tablet. To close these Info bubbles, use the light pen to click on the cross in the top RH corner. 90 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.2 Physical Measurement Interface The physical measurement interface can be used to measure current, voltage and impedance. 4.2.1 Description and contents Composition of the LEXIA3 Physical Measurement Interface: AC964111 Element 1 AC964111 Physical Measurement Interface 2 AC911664 USB Cable 3 AC911685 Power Cable VBAT...
LEXIA3 User Guide Each time the physical measurement interface is connected to the PC Tablet, several Info bubbles appear on the screen, indicating that the PC Tablet has rec- ognised the elements connected. Close these Info bubbles by using the light pen to click on the cross in the top RH corner.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Connect the power supply. Both indicators must be lit up. 3. Connect the measuring cables. • To measure current values: • To measure voltage or impedance: - Options - 93...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.3 252-way controlled terminal box The 252-way controlled terminal box enables fewer test points to be used. The 252-way controlled terminal box is only used with the physical measurement interface. 4.3.1 Description and contents Your 252-way controlled terminal box comprises the following elements: 94 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide Composition of LEXIA3 252-way Controlled Terminal Box (AC964150) Element 1 AC964150 LEXIA3 252-way Controlled Terminal Box assembly 2 AC911029 USB cable 3 AC911107 252-way Controlled Terminal Box Probe Cable 4 AY36700002 Mains Power Adapter 5 AC911702 Cable between 252-way Controlled Terminal Box and physical measurement interface 6 AC911496 Extension Cable Green/white...
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LEXIA3 User Guide The assembly formed can then either be used separately from the system or can be installed in the trolley. 1. Connect the USB cable (supplied with the physical measurement interface) between the physical measurement interface and the 252-way controlled terminal box.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Connect cable 5. 3. Connect the power supply. - Options - 97...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 4. Connect cable 2 between the 252-way controlled terminal box and the PC Tablet or the common connector (HUB). The two indicators on the physical measurement interface and the indicator on the 252-way controlled terminal box should all be lit up. 5.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.4 Trolley The trolley conveniently carries all the LEXIA3 equipment required, and makes utilisa- tion very simple and user-friendly. The trolley comprises the following elements: 1. a mounting system for the PC Tablet and its protection cover, 2.
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LEXIA3 User Guide The spanner supplied in the trolley drawer enables you to adapt the PC Tablet mounting system to suit your own particular utilisation. Tighten the PC Tablet mounting as follows: 1. Remove the cover. 2. Adjust the grip as required and install the cover. 100 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.5 30-way and 2-way connectors Your LEXIA3 is designed to perform a diagnostic function on both new and old CITROËN vehicles. Element 1 AC911312 30-way adapter 2 AC911675 2-way cable + power + pretensioner PR : 9972 RF 30-way and 2-way kits - Options - 101...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.6 Keyboard/Mouse The keyboard and mouse can be used to replace the PC Tablet virtual keyboard and its light pen, respectively. Your mouse is an optical mouse. Do not use it on shiny or reflecting surfaces. To install the mouse, proceed as follows: 1.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.7 Printer If you are using the printer recommended by ACTIA, we shall guide you through the installation of this printer. If you are using a different printer, refer to the installation guide supplied with your printer.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.7.2 Installing the printer without a trolley Connect the printer power cable to the multi-connector, which should be connected to the mains power supply. Connect the printer USB cable to one of the USB ports on the PC Tablet.
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LEXIA3 User Guide For optimum print quality: 1. In the Start (Démarrer) menu, press Printer and telecopiers (Imprimante et télécopieurs). 2. Select your printer. 3. In the File (Fichier) menu, select Properties (Propriétés). 4. Press Print options (Options d’impression). 5. Select the Main (Principal) tab. 6.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 7. Tick the Reduce spooler data length function (Réduire la taille des données de spouleur), and press OK. 8. Press OK. 9. Press OK and close all the subsequent windows, by clicking on the cross in the top RH corner of each window.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.7.4 Checking printer operation 1. From the WINDOWS desktop (main screen), double-click on the LEXIA3 icon. 2. The software then starts running and is configured. 3. The main diagnostic screen appears. 4. Press F8 to print this screen. - Options - 107...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.8 Anti-theft security 4.8.1 Description The anti-theft security device keeps the diagnostic system safe from theft, both during operation and when not operating. The anti-theft security device comprises the following elements: • a locking cable • two keys 108 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.8.2 Installation 1. If you are using a trolley, make a loop around one of the trolley arms. If you are not using a trolley, use another fixed element to prevent the theft of your PC Tablet. 2.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.9 Carrying case The carrying case will enable you to stow the essential elements of your pack, to facilitate operation close to a broken down vehicle. The illustration below shows a non-contractual example of stowage. 110 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.10 Communication kits Your LEXIA3 is compatible with two types of communication kit: • The Wi-Fi terminal, that enables a local workshop server to be used, or Internet connections to be centralised on one telephone line. • Your movement around the workshop is thus completely unrestricted, as these radio links do not necessitate wire connections.
LEXIA3 User Guide 4.11 Checking kits Your LEXIA3 tool allows you to control the operation of the oxygen probe of the vehicle. Element 1 AC911687 2-way Oxygen Probe Cable 2 AC911701 4-way Oxygen Probe Cable 112 - Options -...
LEXIA3 User Guide 5. Installing PCAnywhere This software enables you to use Teleassistance. 1. Insert the CD containing the LEXIA3 tools, and then open the WINDOWS explorer, using the path Start/All programs/Accessories/Windows Explorer (Démarrer/ Tous les programmes/Accessoires/Windows Explorer). 2. Then run the PCAnywhere installation by double-clicking on the Setup.exe program.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 3. The screen shown below is then displayed. Press the Next button. 4. Tick the square: I accept the terms in the license agreement, then press the Next button. 114 - Installing PCAnywhere -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 5. Enter your name (User Name) and the name of your company (Organization), then press the Next button. 6. Press on the Next button. 7. Press the Install button. The screen shown below is then displayed, to indicate the installation progress status.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 8. Wait for the end of the installation procedure. 9. Press the Next button. 10. Press the Next button. 116 - Installing PCAnywhere -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 13. Press the Next button. 14. Wait for the end of the Symantec product update search procedure on Internet. 15. If you cannot obtain the Internet connection, the following screen is displayed after a few minutes. 16. Press the Finish button, to complete the installation procedure. 118 - Installing PCAnywhere -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 17. The installation procedure is completed. 18. Press the Skip button. You can register to receive Symantec product information and updates by pressing the Next button. The registration procedure is not described in this document. 19. Press the Yes button. - Installing PCAnywhere - 119...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 20. Press the Finish button. 21. Press the Yes button. The system restarts automatically to finish the installation procedure. 22. Teleassistance is installed for LEXIA3. The PCAnywhere application can also be activated through the menu Start/All programs/Symantec PCAnywhere (Dé- marrer/Tous les programmes/Symantec PCAnywhere) or using the icon on the desktop.
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6. Using the LEXIA3 package 6.1 Running the LEXIA3 diagnostic package Preliminary operation Your CITROËN Communication Interface must already be connected. The LEXIA3 software detects the presence of this element, and will generate an error message if the software is not detected.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 3. The software is then run and configured. 4. When you use your LEXIA3 package for the first time, to enable us to provide the best possible service (Customer Support, Hotline, etc.), you should register your software. To register your pack, you need to contact your local agent, to obtain an activation code.
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.2 Description of LEXIA3 key functions The main LEXIA3 key functions are defined in the table below. Short Function keyboard Symbol Action code Confirm Enter Confirm, or go to next screen. Return Go back to previous screen. General return Go back to LEXIA3 main menu.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.3 Shutting down the LEXIA3 diagnostic package To shut down the LEXIA3 software, proceed as follows: 1. Press F7 to go to the LEXIA3 main menu. 2. Press F5 to quit the application. 3. If you wish, you can save the software trace of your diagnostic session and/or record the current action method.
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 4. Then press the return key F9. The programme will ask you to confirm. www.autokmfactory.com 5. To confirm exit from the application, press key F3. 6. This puts you back in WINDOWS. - Using the LEXIA3 package - 125...
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.4 Running the LEXIA3 tutorial To access the LEXIA3 User Guide, proceed as follows: 1. Press F7 to go to the LEXIA3 main menu. 2. Select Tutorial, and confirm. 3. The tutorial is then run and the various functions are displayed. 126 - Using the LEXIA3 package -...
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.5 LEXIA3 package full update To update the LEXIA3 package, proceed as follows: 1. Power up the PC Tablet and wait for the full WINDOWS restart. 2. Check that your DVD-ROM drive is powered up. 3. Get the appropriate LEXIA3 update CD-ROM. 4.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 7. Tick the Install / Update option. 8. Select the installation volume. 9. Confirm your choice. 128 - Using the LEXIA3 package -...
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 10. The update process then starts (around 10 to 15 minutes). LEXIA3 is now installed. - Using the LEXIA3 package - 129...
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.6 LEXIA3 package partial update by Internet (Update download) Between distributions of a new LEXIA3 CD-ROM, the package can be partially updated by downloading. This enables you to: • be informed of new computer programmes, • and obtain correction patch updates very simply. The update download facility can be accessed from the LEXIA3 main menu by selecting Download update.
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 1. Select Download update and confirm. 2. The ACTIA data server home page is then displayed. www.autokmfactory.com 3. Confirm your choice by pressing Enter. 4. Follow the prompts to select the update download from those that may be available on the server.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.7 Diagnostics 6.7.1 Basic diagnostic process - General test LEXIA3 enables you to dialogue with all the computers installed in the vehicle and to perform a diagnostic on these computers. This operation is known as the General Test and provides an initial indication of any computer faults or malfunctions.
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 3. Run a General Test on all the computer systems. This test will give you an overview of the vehicle status and will provide an indication of the types of computer that are performing correctly. The test will also indicate any faults that may be detected, for each computer.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.7.2 Basic diagnostic process - Fault reading LEXIA3 also enables you to list all the faults detected, computer by computer, and to carry out various tests and checks relating to the faults detected. A fault is the result of a failure of a computer, a wiring harness or a sensor, etc. 1.
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.7.4 Basic diagnostic process - Diagnostic charts To identify the causes of a particular fault, LEXIA3 allows you to display the diagnostic charts, which ask a series of questions that you answer, based on your observations (visual, audio) and/or on various measured values (voltage, resistance). 1.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.7.5 Basic diagnostic process - Value measurement To complete the diagnostic analysis, LEXIA3 allows you to measure values that are directly controlled by the computer. This data provides information concerning the dynamic characteristics of the vehicle. 1. Run the General Test on the vehicle concerned (see Section 6.7.1). 2.
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.7.6 Basic diagnostic process - Diagrams Your LEXIA3 contains much information on CITROËN vehicle mechanics/electrics and the computers. To consult the technical documentation for the vehicle concerned, press F3. Electrical diagrams available for consultation include the circuit diagram, the wiring diagram and the layout.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.7.7 Guided diagnostic process With the increasing complexity of vehicles, certain situations can become increasingly delicate. For this reason, LEXIA3 provides a guided diagnostic facility. To obtain information corresponding to the fault symptoms described by the customer, you enter the customer's observations, concerning the fault symptoms, into the system.
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 When these various elements have been entered, you can display the relationship between the vehicle mechanical/electrical systems concerned. Thus, LEXIA3 displays the links existing between the computers of the vehicle concerned, in chart format. This function is part of the core system and will help you identify the systems involved in the observed problem, and the computer types causing the fault, based on the customer's description.
LEXIA3 User Guide 6.8 Using Teleassistance between LEXIA3 applications LEXIA3 enables you to share and exchange your experience. You can: • either give precedence to the remote facilities offered by your system (after contacting another technical expert or your assistance facility), so that certain operations can be carried out "...
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.8.2 Teleassistance menu • Case 1: Trainee mode - You want to be assisted by a colleague or technical expert from an assistance facility. Select Wait for connection to wait for a connection with the person who will assist you.
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 • Press the Connection key to connect to Internet. • The connection is made. 2. PCAnywhere is run automatically in Wait for connection mode. PCAnywhere is run as a background task, and waits for the call from the master (colleague or technical expert).
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LEXIA3 User Guide • You have to give this number to your colleague, or to the technical expert, by telephone. • Confirm. • Then go back to the LEXIA3 main menu. An icon indicates that a Teleassistance session is active. 5.
Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 6.8.4 Master mode - Call to a remote LEXIA3 When you have selected Call remote system, in the Teleassistance menu, LEXIA3 performs the following actions: 1. Entry of Teleassistance reference of the colleague that you are assisting (trainee).
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Manuel d’utilisation LEXIA3 3. PCAnywhere is run automatically. PCAnywhere calls your colleague (trainee), using the Teleassistance reference entered. www.autokmfactory.com 4. Teleassistance session. When the connection is made, PCAnywhere displays your colleague's (trainee's) screen. 5. End of Teleassistance session Press F4 on your PC Tablet to terminate the Teleassistance session from your colleague's LEXIA3.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 7. Utilisation precautions This PC Tablet is for professional use only, and must only be used in compliance with the ACTIA instructions given below. 7.1 Environment • The system may be used in ambient temperatures between 0°C and +45°C.
• Do not open the battery. • Do charge the battery outside LEXIA3. 7.5 Replacing the internal battery Use only a battery supplied by ACTIA customer support. To replace the PC Tablet internal battery, proceed as follows: 1. The PC Tablet must be switched off.
LEXIA3 User Guide 7.6 Road test • The road test must not be conducted by the vehicle driver. The test operator must be a passenger. • Never place the PC Tablette on an Airbag position. The Airbag function may be activated. 7.7 Sofware recommendations We recommend that no software be installed other than that supplied with LEXIA3 or by AUTOMOBILES CITROËN.
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•Technical assistance concerning the installation or utilisation of peripherals other than those recommended by ACTIA and/or AUTOMOBILES CITROËN (for example, installing a printer or modem that is not in the ACTIA catalogue). •Technical assistance concerning the installation or utilisation of software not distributed by ACTIA and/or AUTOMOBILES CITROËN.
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LEXIA3 User Guide CUSTOMER SUPPORT INDEPENDENT OPERATORS Address Telephone ACTIA MULLER Services LEXIA HOTLINE (33) 02-37-33-42-36 5 rue de la Taye (33) 02-37-33-42-12 28110 LUCE GARAGE EQUIPMENT HOTLINE (33) 02-37-33-42-13 LASER HOTLINE (33) 02-37-33-42-17 ACTIA U.K. (44) 168-662-1067 (44) 168-662-1068...
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TACT (972) 893-614-77 (972) 893-633-08 Kiryat Weizmann Rabin Park Openhaimer 7st 76000 REHOVOT CUSTOMER SUPPORT CITROEN APPROVED NETWORK Address Telephone ACTIA MULLER Services LEXIA HOTLINE (33) 02-37-33-42-36 5 rue de la Taye (33) 02-37-33-42-12 28110 LUCE GARAGE EQUIPMENT HOTLINE (33) 02-37-33-42-13...
LEXIA3 User Guide 9. Appendices 9.1 LEXIA3 consumable part numbers The following are available from your local agent or Customer Support : Item AY14400043 2 touch pad light pens for PC Tablet FUJI ST41XX AY14400034 Screen protection films for PC Tablet FUJI ST4120 AY30030000 Standard battery for PC Tablet FUJI ST41XX...
9.2 LEXIA3 available option part numbers All the options described in this technical documentation can be obtained from your local agent or from Customer Support, under the following part numbers: PR P/N ACTIA P/N Item 9972 RC CITROËN communication interface for LEXIA3 9972 RH CITROËN communication interface for LEXIA2...
LEXIA3 User Guide 9.3 FAQ - Before contacting your HotLine PC TABLET: PC Tablet does not start up • Check battery charge level. • If battery charge low, connect an external power supply. • Check external power present and properly connected. Battery does not operate properly (short endurance) •...
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LEXIA3 User Guide I am unable to measure current. • Check the 10 A fuse. If it is defective, replace it by another of the same type and rating. CONTROLLED TERMINAL BOX 2: When I attempt to use the 252-way controlled terminal box. •...
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LEXIA3 User Guide DVD: I cannot access the contents of a CD-ROM or a DVD-ROM. • Check the USB connection with the PC Tablet or the common connector (HUB). • If using with a common connector (HUB), check that the common connector (HUB) is operating properly.
LEXIA3 User Guide 9.4 Useful tips and shortcuts 9.4.1 Virtual keyboard To open the virtual keyboard, click on the keyboard icon, on the right of the Start button. To close the virtual keyboard, click on the cross, top-right in the Tablet PC Input Panel window.
LEXIA3 User Guide To move the virtual keyboard using the light pen. 1. Point the light pen onto the blue part of the keyboard (top bar) without lifting the light pen. 2. Drag the virtual keyboard. 3. Drop at the required position 9.4.2 Calibrating the light pen This configuration enables you to properly configure your light pen in relation to your PC Tablet.
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LEXIA3 User Guide 2. Select the option PC Tablet and light pen parameters (Paramètres du Tablet PC et du stylet). 3. Press the Calibrate (Calibrer) button. 166 - Appendices -...
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LEXIA3 User Guide 4. Touch the light pen in the centre of each target (indicated by the symbol +) and click on OK when calibrated. w w w . a u t o k m f a c t o r y . c o m 5.
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