General Kownledge of ADAS

What’s ADAS? B. Dynamic calibration

Dynamic calibration does not require any calibration tool and calibration
ADAS, the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, are electronic components in
patterns. It requires calibration software to initiate a auto learning process,
vehicles, which are developed to automate, adapt and enhance vehicle systems
and then a road test is needed in a straight line and clear lane marking
for safety and better driving. The automated system provided by ADAS to the
environment.
vehicle is proven to reduce road fatalities, by offering technologies that alert the
driver to potential problems or by implementing safeguards and taking over control
of the vehicle.
The sensors used in ADAS are mainly cameras, radar, lidar and ultrasonic. They
can detect light, heat, pressure or other variables used to monitor the state of the
car. They are usually located in the front and rear bumpers, side mirrors, inside the
steering column or in the windscreen.
Advanced driver assistance systems usually include: Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW),
Lane Keep System (LKS), Front Collision Warning (FCW), Rear Collision Warning
(RCW), Pedestrian Collision Detection (PCD), Blind Spot Detection (BSD), Night
Vision System (NVS), Parking Assist System (PAS), Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
and etc.

What’s ADAS Calibration? Why to Calibrate the ADAS?

The cameras and sensors used by these systems have to be precisely calibrated
and adjusted. Incorrect calibration resulting from windscreen replacement or wheel
alignment can cause the system to deliver incorrect results or even fail completely,
resulting in a serious accident or even a fatality.
ADAS calibration is the process of recalibrating vehicle ADAS sensors and related
systems.
ADAS calibration is divided into two categories: static calibration and dynamic
calibration.
A. Static calibration
Static calibration needs to be performed in a regulated service environment, using
a calibration tool and calibration patterns, in combination with calibration software.
Normally, after the accident is repaired, the relevant auxiliary system needs
to be calibrated. Auxiliary systems and other systems need to be calibrated
when disassembling or reinstalling monitoring components (such as cameras,
radars, and sensors), changing vehicle ECUs or vehicle height.
For example, ACC calibration needs to be performed in the following cases:
1. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) radar sensor has been repaired or replaced.
2. ACC radar sensor misalignment angle is beyond the normal range.
3. The position of the ACC radar sensor on the vehicle body has been
changed.
4. The bumper or radiator grille has been repaired or replaced.
5. The chassis has been adjusted.
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Profile

As a comprehensive and flexible calibration tool, X-431 ADAS PRO was originally released by LAUNCH and can be used with LAUNCH-specific diagnostic tools. It
enables you to effectively and accurately calibrate a wide range of camera-based & radar-based driver assistance systems, e.g. the front camera for the lane departure
warning system, the radar sensor for the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control).
To perform the static ADAS calibration, the following two components are required:

• Calibration Tool • Diagnostic Tool (sold separately)

It is designed to assist in aligning the vehicle sensor and target. It mainly The calibration tool can be exclusively operated in conjunction with a
consists of calibration frame, cross member, wheel clamp, calibration pattern Launch-specific diagnostic tool. Diagnostic tools from other manufacturers
and radar kit etc. will not be supported.
The diagnostic tool provides a quick access to ADAS function. It mainly
delivers the following calibration information:
1. Why/when to calibrate the ADAS.
2. Necessary pre-calibration preparations.
3. Detailed calibration procedures and tips.

Vehicle Coverage

The currently available vehicle brands are as follows:

EUROPEAN: Audi / BMW / CITROEN / Fiat / Jaguar / LAND ROVER / Mercedes-Benz / MINI / OPEL / PEUGEOT / PORSCHE / RENAULT / SEAT / SMART /
SKODA / Volkswagen / Volvo etc.

American: BUICK / Cadillac / Chevrolet / Chrysler / Dodge / Ford / GM / Jeep / Lincoln etc.

Asian: Acura / Daihatsu/ Honda / Hyundai / Infiniti / Kia / Lexus / Mazda / Mitsubishi / Nissan / Subaru / Suzuki / Toyota etc.

*Note: The vehicle coverage mentioned above is only for reference. Due to continuous development, more vehicle models featuring ADAS functions will become available from time to
time.
About X-431 ADAS PRO Components & Controls

Distance Finder Meter

Beam Height Switch

Cross Member
Laser Module Beam Lifter

Scale Ruler

Base Support
Adjustment Screw of
Base Support

Calibration Frame x 1

Wheel Clamps x 2 Calibration Pattern (target) x 1 Radar Reflector & Magnetic Laser x 1
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Calibration Target

*Note: Various calibration panel packages and kits are available individually or as a package to meet different workshop requirements. To purchase it, please contact the local LAUNCH
dealer. For different destinations and product configurations, the accessories may vary. For details, please consult from the local dealers or check the included packing list.

1. Front Camera calibration Panels (Optional)

MERCEDES-FC HONDA-FC 01 HONDA-FC 03

TOYOTA-FC
(LAC01-01) (LAC01-03) HONDA-FC 02 (LAC01-17)
(LAC01-06)
(LAC01-04-L) (LAC01-04-R)

HYUNDAI/KIA-FC MAZDA-FC 01
NISSAN-FC 01 NISSAN-FC 02 MAZDA-FC 02
(LAC01-09) (LAC01-10)
(LAC01-07) (LAC01-08) (LAC01-16)

ALFA GIULIA-FC RENAULT/SMART-FC DAIHATSU-FC SUBARU-FC SUZUKI-FC

(LAC01-11) (LAC01-12) (LAC01-14) (LAC01-15) (LAC01-18)
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Calibration Target

2. Rear Camera & AVM calibration Panels (optional)

Asian American

HONDA-AVM
HYUNDAI-AVM
(LAC04-01)
NISSAN-AVM (LAC04-12-01)
(LAC04-11) FORD-AVM
CADILAC-AVM (LAC04-07)
(LAC04-12-02) (LAC04-06)
(LAC04-02)

European
3. Corner Radar Reflector (optional)
VW-RC VW-AVM
MERCEDES-RC
(LAC02-03) (LAC04-04)
(LAC02-02)

RENAULT-AVM MERCEDES-RFK
(LAC04-10-01) (LAC04-08-01)

(LAC04-10-02)
(LAC04-08-02)

(LAC05-03)
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Functions & Advantage

Rapidly change calibration pattern Provides highly accurate calibration results

The calibration pattern available is simple to install and can be rapidly switched to Enables effective calibration with no need for a fully-equipped axle alignment
different vehicle. station or platform lift and achieves OE-level calibration result.

Ease of use

User-friendly diagnostic software guides you through all the necessary steps, from
correct ADAS tool positioning to the calibration procedure as such.

Comprehensive Function

Supports various calibration functions and a wide range of calibration targets

and calibration models.
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Calibration Steps

The calibration steps vary from vehicle to vehicle.

2 Activate the ADAS Function
For most vehicles, static calibration needs the calibration tool to work together
with the diagnostic tool, but in some cases (especially for the calibration of the *Note: Please skip this step if the ADAS function is activated.
all-view and rear cameras) only the calibration patterns and the diagnostic tool
Tap "ADAS" on the Job Menu of the diagnostic tool.
are required.
Tap "Activate".
Due to continuous improvements and enhancements, the calibration software
and featured functions are subject to change without any prior notice. DO
remember to keep it updated with the latest version on a regular basis.
The following calibration steps are described based on the calibration of the
front cameras. For other calibrations, please strictly follow the on-screen
prompts to perform the operations.

1 Installing the X-431 ADAS PRO Calibration Tool Input the Activation Code printed on the ADAS Activation Card, and then tap
"Activate".
For initial use, user needs to assemble the components of the calibration tool
according to the user manual.

*Note: An ADAS
Activation Card
only applies to one
diagnostic tool. Once
it is used, it can not
be cancelled.

ADAS Activation Card

 About X-431 ADAS PRO Calibration Steps

3 Make Pre-calibration Preparation 4 Start Calibration

1). Plug the VCI device into the vehicle's DLC, use the diagnostic tool to identify Strictly follow the on-screen instructions to start the calibration until the calibration
the vehicle model. is successfully finished.
2). Double check if it is necessary to perform the calibration or not.

3) If yes, follow the on-screen pre-calibration conditions to prepare it. It mainly

includes (Operation steps vary from vehicle to vehicle):
Vehicle setup

Correct placement of the calibration tool & vehicle 5 Clear the Calibration-related DTCs

After the calibration, use the diagnostic tool to scan the vehicle system to confirm
the previously existed DTCs are cleared successfully. You are suggested to
drive on a road to test whether the system is normal. Ease of use
About X-431 ADAS PRO
A While Calibrating Front Cameras:
Site Requirements
• In the field of view of the camera, there should be no direct light source into the
camera, otherwise the camera will reduce the exposure so that the captured
calibration pattern becomes darker, adversely affecting the calibration.
• The light source should ensure that there is no reflected spot on the calibration
panel.
• The light source should ensure uniform illumination distribution in the
calibration workstation.
• The brightness of the light should not be changed, and ensure that there will
be no other changing light source around the workstation, such as a driving
vehicle with lights ON, etc.
Value
Distance A
about 2.8m
(the width of the cross member)
Distance B
about 1m
(from the cross member to the wall)
Distance C
at least 0.5m
(from the edge of the cross member to other obstacles)
Distance D Varies from vehicle to
(from the calibration panel to the vehicle) vehicle, about 1.5m is
strongly recommended.
Distance E
about 1m
(from the calibration panel to other obstacles)
Distance F
at least 0.5m
(a lane for technician to walk through)
 About X-431 ADAS PRO Site Requirements

B While Calibrating Rear & AVM Cameras:

For calibrating the rear & AVM camera, the whole workstation size depends on the vehicle size and the calibration reference pattern. The following table formulates the
maximus workstation size for reference only.

American vehicles European vehicles Asian vehicles

Distance A (the width of the whole workstation) about 7.3m about 4.5m about 6.1m

Distance B (the width of the whole workstation) about 12m about 7m about 9.5m

Distance C (a lane for technician to walk through) at least 0.5m at least 0.5m at least 0.5m

Distance D (the width of the calibration pattern. It varies from vehicle to vehicle) about 1.7m about 0.8m about 1.6m

Distance E (the width of the vehicle, varies from vehicle to vehicle) about 2.9m about 1.9m about 1.9m