Mazda Training manual

TC001-18-01H

INTRODUCTION TO M-MDS
16 - Removing IDS from Laptop

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Activity 16
(Continued)

8. Close the open windows on the desktop by clicking the

in the upper right corner

of each window.

9. You should now be back
at the desktop, and the IDS
icon is no longer listed.

Conclusion:

In this activity, you removed IDS from your laptop.

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TC001-18-01H

INTRODUCTION TO M-MDS
AP01 - Glossary

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AP01: Glossary

Term Definition

ActiveSync

Software that allows communication between the computer
or laptop and Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) or
Pocket PC (P-PC).

Cradle

A device that allows a PDA or P-PC to synchronize with a
computer or laptop, recharge its battery, and run on AC power.

DLC

Data Link Connector. The connector under the instrument panel
of the vehicle used to connect the SAE J2534 pass-through
device to the vehicle.

Hard Reset

PDA function that resets the PDA / P-PC back to its factory
settings. You will lose all the data stored in your PDA’s memory
and any programs you installed. This include vehicle sessions
and M-MDS software. Each PDA / P-PC has a factory-specific
process for doing this.

Hotspot

Blue underlined text items on a PDA that can be selected by the
user to see a definition of the term. Press and hold the link for
the hotspot definition.

IDS

Integrated Diagnostic Software. One of two M-MDS diagnostic
systems for use on a Mazda-approved laptop with a VCM. The
other system is PDS. IDS also refers to the scan tool diagnostic
software, which is nearly identical to WDS software.

M-MDS

Mazda Modular Diagnostic System. Mazda’s new diagnostic
scan tool consisting of a PDA, Vehicle Communication Module
(VCM), cables, M-MDS software (see IDS and PDS), and
Mazda-approved laptop and PDA. M-MDS is a required Special
Service Tool.

PDA

Personal Digital Assistant. Hand-held device intended only for
PDS. Also referred to as a pocket PC. Refer to the
manufacturer instructions supplied with your PDA for information
on how to use the PDA, specifications, and warranty.

PDS

Portable Diagnostic Software. One of two M-MDS diagnostic
systems for use on a Mazda-approved PDA / P-PC with a VCM.
The other system is IDS. PDS also refers to the scan tool
diagnostic software.

PFM

PDS File Manager. Computer software that manages the
delivery of all files and updates to your PDA / P-PC.

P-PC

See pocket PC.

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