Initial Setup

Step 1. Upon initial power-up, the Language Settings screen is displayed. Tap Next to continue.

System Language – select the Controller default language displayed on the screen.

Test Result Language – select the Controller default language for all displayed tests and results.

Email Language – Select the default standard language for the analyzer to use for all tests and results sent via email.

Print Language – Select the default standard language for the analyzer to use for all tests and results printed using a networked printer.

Step 2. Read the Midtronics DSS EULA and tap the checkbox in the lower right corner to accept the terms and conditions and press the Next button.

Step 3. The DSS-5000 allows you to create separate user accounts for each technician. In addition to allowing users to set certain personal settings (such as language), this allows for tracking of which user performed what tests for reporting to BMIS (if subscribed). By default, the first user you create has administrative rights. Using the displayed keypad, enter a username and password.

Step 4. Please select which brand your dealership represents. This logo is displayed on the Login screen.

Step 5. On this screen you can set your Date/Time settings. Tap Next after making any adjustments.

Select Time Format: 12-hour or 24-hour format

Select Date Format: DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, or YYYY/MM/DD

Select Time Zone: Time zone offset from Greenwich Mean Time

Set Date: Set the current date

Set Time: Set the current time in the selected time zone

Step 6. Test Settings are displayed. Tap Next to continue after making any adjustments.

Battery Rating: Default: CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)

Temperature Units: Select Fahrenheit or Celsius

Decimal Separator: Select decimal point or comma

Step 7. A list of devices connected to the Controller is displayed.

To add a device, tap the plus (+) sign and follow the on-screen instructions. To unlink from a device, tap the displayed serial number to select it. Tap the trash can icon to delete the link.

[ht_message mstyle=”info” title=”NOTE” show_icon=”true” id=”” class=”” style=”” ]The Controller talks to the Tester Pod over Bluetooth when not docked together. A passkey number is automatically generated once the Bluetooth pairing has been established.[/ht_message]

Step 8. A listing of detected Configured WiFi networks is displayed.

To select a network: For initial setup, no networks will be displayed here yet.

To add a network: Tap the plus (+) sign, then select from one of the displayed detected networks.

To manually add a network, tap the plus (+) sign again. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the Network SSID, Security, and IP Settings. Tap Next when finished.

Use the onscreen keypad to manually enter the Network SSID, security type, and IP settings. If necessary, enter the WiFi network password. Tap Next when finished.

A confirmation screen is displayed when the analyzer has successfully connected to the WiFi network.

[ht_message mstyle=”alert” title=”ALERT” show_icon=”true” id=”” class=”” style=”” ]You must connect your DSS-5000 to WiFi in order to send data to BMIS and receive the latest software updates. If your DSS-5000 is not connected to WiFi for a period of 10 days, the tool will lock itself until you connect to WiFi.[/ht_message]

Step 9. The Battery Management Information System (BMIS) Account Screen is displayed.

Tap Yes to connect the analyzer to an existing BMIS account.

If you are a Nissan dealership enter the username nissan@dss5000.com with the password nissan1. If you are an Infiniti dealership enter the username infiniti@dss5000.com with the password infiniti1.

Step 10. A searchable list of dealerships is displayed. Click the magnifying glass icon to search the list by entering your Dealer ID or dealership name. Once you find the correct dealership tap on the dealership name and tap the right arrow to continue.

Step 11. Email address book screen is shown. By default, your email address book is empty.

[ht_message mstyle=”info” title=”INFORMATION” show_icon=”true” id=”” class=”” style=”” ]The DSS-5000 enables you to email test results. You can enter email address into your address book to avoid needing to type the entire email address at time of sending results. This could be helpful, for example, if you have a Service Manager email address where you want all battery test results sent.[/ht_message]

Step 12. The Shop Information Screen (Admin Only) is displayed.

Use the onscreen keypad to enter the store name, address, and phone number. Tap Next to continue.

Once you have finished the initial setup, the login screen is displayed.

Tap a user name to access the Main Menu.