Getting Started Using Electronic Target Positioning Systems (BJA2412)
Publication date: 2023-10-01Reference number: BJA2412
GETTING STARTED USING ELECTRONIC TARGET POSITIONING SYSTEMS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| ACURA: | All Models |
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Applies to all models with millimeter wave radar, FCW/LDW camera, multipurpose camera, multi-view camera, Lanewatch™, and blind spot information radar.
INTRODUCTION
Many Acura vehicles have advanced safety driving support systems to help warn drivers and mitigate hazards. It is very important to be familiar with these systems and knowledge on how to properly aim the camera or radar units.
This job aid covers the use of the new electronic target positioning systems which will make the correct placement of both the radar and camera targets much faster and easier, as well as providing electronic and printed record confirming that the targets were correctly placed.
At the time of launch, the electronic target positioning systems will support a limited amount of vehicle models. Over a short period of time, support for all remaining applicable models will be added through software updates. Below are the models and systems currently supported by each system:
| Target Positioning System | Currently Supported Models | Currently Supported Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Hunter Ultimate ADAS™ | Until February 2024, all except
the following are supported: 2005-2012 RL 2010-2016 MDX 2010-2013 ZDX 2012-2014 TL 2015-2017 TLX |
Multipurpose camera Millimeter wave camera Blind Spot Information LaneWatch™ camera Multi View Camera System |
| Bosch SCT 418 | All models with Multipurpose camera are currently supported | Multipurpose camera (Hardware to support the remaining systems will begin shipping to dealerships who ordered the SCT 418 beginning November 2023) |
Applicable Acronyms
| System | Abbreviation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ACC | This system helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a vehicle detected ahead. For models with the added low speed follow (LSF) feature, if the vehicle ahead slows to a stop, the vehicle with LSF will slow down and come to a stop. |
| Auto High-Beam | AHB | This system can automatically switch the headlights from low beam to high beam using the multipurpose camera, depending on road conditions, oncoming vehicles, and vehicles ahead. |
| Blind Spot Information | BSI | This system can detect vehicles in specified alert zones next to the vehicle, particularly in harder-to-see areas commonly known as blind spots. |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ | CMBS™ | This system alerts you when there is a possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian detected ahead. It also reduces vehicle speed to help minimize collision severity if a collision appears unavoidable. |
| Cross Traffic Monitor | CTM | This system monitors the rear corner areas using the BSI radar units when reversing and alerts you if a vehicle approaching from a rear corner is detected. |
| Forward Collision Warning | FCW | This system alerts you when it determines there is a possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle detected ahead. |
| Lane Departure Warning | LDW | This system alerts you when it determines the vehicle maybe unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings. |
| Lane Keeping Assist System | LKAS | This system provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and provides tactile and visual alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane. |
| LaneWatch™ | LW | This system lets you check the passenger side rear areas on the audio or audio-navigation screen when the right turn signal is activated. |
| Multi View Camera System | MVCS | This system displays an image of harder-to-see areas commonly known as blind spots from different angles on the center display unit using four cameras. |
| Road Departure Mitigation | RDM | This system detects if the vehicle is drifting too close to the side of the road without a turn signal and can provide mild steering input to keep the vehicle on the road or braking to help keep it leaving the roadway entirely. |
HUNTER ULTIMATE ADAS™
Overview
Early shipments of the Hunter Ultimate ADAS™ systems arrived at dealerships only with wheel alignment functionality and not target placement functionality enabled. Shortly after the arrival of the system, an additional package will arrive with the components and accessories required to activate target placement functions. To have these components installed and to receive training on the usage of the target placement functions, contact your local Hunter service representative.
Getting Started
Assembly, set up, calibration and software installation are performed by your local Hunter service representative. Contact your Hunter service representative to schedule an installation appointment.
Updating Software and Model Application Database
At launch, Hunter Ultimate ADAS™ software updates will be available only through your local Hunter service rep. Over-the-air updates will be available beginning mid-2024.
Usage
Follow on-screen instructions to determine free space requirements and placement of targets.
BOSCH SCT 418
Overview
Bosch SCT 418 requires a dedicated laptop computer separate from your HDS PC. Suitable laptop computers are available through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program.
For help and additional information on the SCT 418, visit the SCT 418 Help Center:
https://help.boschdiagnostics.com/SCT418/#/index/en/default
Getting Started
Installing the Bosch ADAS Positioning via DDM.
- If you have not yet installed DDM, download and install DDM: https://www.downloads.boschautomotive.com/en/ddm/esi20
- To request a DDM account, use the QR code or hyperlink below and go to the SCT 418 registration website and enter your dealer contact information:
https://boschdiagnostics.com/esitronic-registration/hondaADAS
NOTE: Shortly after submission, you will receive a system generated welcome email from DDM which includes a customer number, contact number, and password. - Use the customer number and password to log into DDM.
- Perform the one-time configuration of DDM.
- Select Bosch ADAS Positioning for installation.
- Once completed, Bosch ADAS Positioning is installed on the laptop will be displayed.
Setting up the Bosch ADAS Positioning software
- Select a language.
- Select the accessories used.
- Add the calibration device under Settings
.
Initializing cameras using QR codes.
NOTE: After the Bosch ADAS Positioning software is installed, use the 2 camera QR Codes that came with the SCT 418 and follow the step-by-step on-screen instructions to initialize the cameras. - Launch Bosch ADAS Positioning .
- Plug the USB connecting cable on the SCT 418 crossbar into the laptop.
- Allow some time for the cameras to initialized.
- Camera images will be displayed, and the serial numbers of each camera are saved in the settings.
- Read and follow the on-screen instructions.NOTE: The 2 QR codes are specific to the respective cameras. If a camera is not recognized during camera initialization, try using the other QR code.
Updating Software and Model Application Database
All updates for the Bosch ADAS Positioning are automatically installed via DDM.
Usage
Follow the on-screen instructions to determine free space requirements, floor slope limitations and placement of targets.