RENR5042-02 7 Troubleshooting Section Parameters Connecting Cat ET and the Communication Adapter II Event codes Diagnostic codes Engine configuration Cat ET can be used by the technician to perform the following functions: Diagnostic tests Sensor calibration Flash programming Set parameters Table 3 lists the service tools that are required in order to use Cat ET. Table 3 (1) Personal computer (PC) (2) 196-0055 Adapter Cable As (3) 171-4401 Communication Adapter As (4) 207-6845 Adapter Cable As g01115382 Illustration 1 Note: Items (2), (3), and (4) are part of the 171-4400 Communication Adapter Gp. (1) The 7X-1700 Communication Adapter Gp may also be used.
(2) The 237-7547 Adapter Cable As is required to connect to the USB port on computers that are not equipped with a RS232 serial port. Use the following procedure in order to connect Cat ET and the Communication Adapter II. Note: For more information regarding the use of Cat ET and the PC requirements for Cat ET, refer to the documentation that accompanies your Cat ET software. 1. Turn the keyswitch to the OFF position. If the keyswitch is not in the OFF position, the engine may start. 2. Connect cable (2) between the “COMPUTER” end of communication adapter (3) and the RS232 serial port of PC (1). Note:
The 237-7547 Adapter Cable As is required to connect to the USB port on computers that are not equipped with a RS232 serial port. 3. Connect cable (4) between the “DATA LINK” end of communication adapter (3) and the service tool connector. Service Tools for the Use of Cat ET Part Number Description N/A Personal Computer (PC) JERD2124 Single user license for Cat ET JERD2129 Data Subscription for All Engines and Machines 171-4400(1) Communication Adapter Gp (CAT ET TO ECM INTERFACE) () 237-7547(2) Adapter Cable As