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Permission is granted to copy any or all portions of this manual, provided that such copies are for use with the DPA
product and that “© 2010-2019 DG Technologies”, (herein referred to as “DG Technologies” or “DG”), remains on all
copies.
The accompanying software, provided for use with the DPA 5 Family, is also copyrighted. Permission is granted to copy
this software for back-up purposes only.
I M P O R T A N T
To ensure your success with this product, it is essential that you read this document carefully before using the hardware.
Damage caused by misuse of the hardware is not covered under product warranty.
When using this manual, please remember the following:
This manual may be changed, in whole or in part, without notice.
DG assumes no responsibility for any damage resulting from the use of this hardware and software.
Specifications presented herein are provided for illustration purposes only and may not accurately represent the
latest revisions of hardware, software or cabling.
No license is granted, by implication or otherwise, for any patents or other rights of DG or of any third party.
DPA® and the DG® logo are registered trademarks of DG Technologies. Other products that may be referenced in this
manual are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.
The DPA Product line and the products supporting the DPA have been awarded the following U.S. Patents:
Protocol adapter for in-vehicle networks.
Expanded functionality protocol adapter for in-vehicle networks.
Passing diagnostic messages between a vehicle network and a computer.
Passing diagnostic messages between a vehicle network and a computer using J1939 or J1708.
Passing diagnostic messages between a vehicle network and a computer using J1939 or J1708.
Positive locking mechanism for USB connected devices.
ASCII gateway to in-vehicle networks.
ASCII gateway to in-vehicle networks.
It is essential that the user read this document carefully before using the hardware.
The DPA devices are to be used by those trained in the troubleshooting and diagnostics of light-duty through heavy-duty
vehicles. The user is assumed to have a good understanding of the electronic systems contained on the vehicles and the
potential hazards related to working in a shop-floor environment.
DG understands that there are numerous safety hazards that cannot be foreseen, so we recommend that the user read
and follow all safety messages in this manual, on all your shop equipment, from your vehicle manuals, as well as internal
shop documents and operating procedures.
Safety First
Always block drive, steer, and trailer wheels both front and back when testing.
Use extreme caution when working around electricity. When diagnosing any vehicle, there is the risk of electric
shock both from battery-level voltage, vehicle voltages, and from building voltage.
Do not smoke or allow sparks or open flames near any part of the vehicle fueling system or vehicle batteries.
Always work in an adequately ventilated area, and route vehicle exhaust outdoors.
Do not use this product in an environment where fuel, fuel vapor, exhaust fumes, or other potentially hazardous
liquids, solids, or gas/vapors could collect and/or possibly ignite, such as in an unventilated area or other confined
space, including below-ground areas.
