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DRB III Error Messages and Blank Screen

Under normal operation, the DRBIII(R) will display one of only two error messages:
- User-Requested WARM Boot or User-Requested COLD Boot

If the DRBIII(R) should display any other error message, record the entire display and call the Star Center for information and assistance. This is a sample of such an error message display:
ver: 2.14
date: 26 Jul93
file: key_itf.cc
date: Jul 26 1993
line: 548
err: 0x1
User-Requested COLD Boot

Press MORE to switch between this display and the application screen. Press F4 when done noting information.

DRBIII(R) DOES NOT POWER UP
If the LED's do not light or no sound is emitted at start up, check for loose cable connections or a bad cable. Check the vehicle battery voltage (data link connector cavity 16). A minimum of 11 volts is required to adequately power the DRBIII(R).

If all connections are proper between the DRBIII(R) and the vehicle or other devices, and the vehicle battery is fully charged, and inoperative DRBIII(R) may be the result of faulty cable or vehicle wiring.

DISPLAY IS NOT VISIBLE

DRBIII(R) Scan Tool:




Low temperatures will affect the visibility of the display. Adjust the contrast to compensate for this condition.