I found working WDS43 ISO images.

I installed successfully from IDE40 PIN CD-ROM to 8GB Compact Flash on IDE44 adapter with 32MB RAM on WDS. CDROM and IDE2CF adapter were connected to WDS internal IDE port with this cable:

WDS disk dump available here to anyone who want image to "dd" (ie raw copy with USB2IDE44 adapter onto CF card): Jaguar WDS43 as dd.exe image
WDS ISO files available to download: WDS JTP 759 Issue 43 ISO Images

br, tlindi
ps. links expire 31.12.2023 so DM / note for new link with email (tomi at lind dot fi)

 

I got my hands onto "unipart" labeled device which had no type plate. So I have no idea about part number and such details. It's guite like WDS but somewhat different - power connector is standard 2,5mm x 5,5mm plug, it has InfraRed and USB on board. It's mother board is toast and giving beep error codes (Post beep codes | AMI, Phoenix & Award BIOS error codes (helpwithpcs.com) ) about video part of motherboard is broken. True, no image out from it whatsoever. But to the point...




Interior of WDS like device which has "unipart" label under the screen where usually is "WDS logo" label.

There are the USB supporting components which are missing from WDS devices. Should I compare to @flasher pictures analyze / measure those components and try to make list. And maybe try to solder them onto one bit broken real JagWDS I have gotten to my hands... to see if WDS could have really working onboard USB?

Similar notes were made by @flasher at article https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...5/#post1969554 but I think he newer went to mess with his real WDS. And also I have not seen if @y.roos made any progress with USB onboard...

 

Following cards were detected by WDS 43 default Windows 98 installation without any updates or tricks. But PS/2 keyboard might be needed to "click" driver installation windows more easy.

HAMA 31in1 PC Card for SD Card

hama 31-in-1 PCMCIA to Secure Digital Adapter Frontside and as sample SanDisk SD Card 1GB card

hama 31-in-1 PCMCIA to Secure Digital Adapter backside

For moving files in and out. I used 1GB and 2GB cards SD cards cleaned with Windows 10 commands "diskpart.exe" "select disk N" (correct numbre for card) and "clean". Insert SD to HAMA and insert HAMA to PCMCIA slot closer to screen. Use "fdisk.exe" and format to create FAT 475MBish partition to Sd card.

Roline Cardbus 32-bit USB 2.0 2-Port
You get USB 2.0 Ports for keyboard and mouse with this PCMCIA card. Roline USB 2.0 2-Port CardBus PC Card - roline Product Number 15.06.2164R






Drivers on WDS version of Windows 98 were working with this card. Insert card to slot closer to bottom of WDS.

Do not remove USB cards until shutdown (removing USB will crash WDS/Windows) - and it also prevents you to remove SD Adapter too.

br, tlindi
ps. I'm looking forward to test if WDS onboard USB port could be activated too: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/g...2/#post2670431

 

I haven't used my WDS in quite a few years, but today I needed to scan a friend's 2001 XJ6 and after about 10 minutes I believe the Power Supply gave up. The LED's on side by the power supply don't light up and the fan doesn't work.

I search through the WDS thread and from what I gather I need the following to get this back up and running. I like to have the following information confirmed from a member I don't want to risk damaging my unit.

1. An ATX Power Supply and the 20 pin plug should be plug and play.

2. Cut off the 6 pin connector from the old power supply and splice in a laptop power supply that can output 16V. Positive to the 3 orange wires and negative to the 3 black wires.

I hope someone can confirm this.

Best regards,

Bonanza

 

Yes, this is what I had to do. I used an IBM laptop power supply. I believe I also cut some wires on the ATX connector. I believe somebody posted some photos of the mod in this topic. Good Luck!

 

Thx for the quick response, I found the picture that you mentioned.

 

Just a suggestion...I charge my WDS PTU's no longer by means of the docking station. I use the A-204 battery cable connected to a small 12v motorcycle battery, which in turn is connected to a trickle charger. In that way my PTU is always completely charged when I need it. Good luck!

 

Thanks for the tip, I thought it could only be charged on the PTU, I just checked my cables and I do have an A-204.

I've attached it to a spare battery and it powers up!!!

Thanks again.

 

Thank you for all the help.....The PTU is up and running.

 

Now that the system is up and running, the touchscreen requires calibration. Does anyone know how to do this in WDS.

Regards

Bonanza

 

There are two ways to calibrate.
One is the DOUBLE TAP the RED X shut down pad (VERY QUICKLY)
and the other is to go into the menu and find TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION.

The WDS can also be POWERED ON with the OBDII cable connected to the car.

The touchscreen can be 'bypassed' with a keyboard or mouse plugged into the PTU PS2 port on the top access panel.

I use the keyboard AND mouse when the PTU is connected to docking station.

 

One dock got shipped from USA to Finland. It has a working dock, working CD and working power supply
And I also got my hands onto WDS which was used by consultant to my XKR before I bougth it 2013 Nov 1st :-O (sessions from 2013, 2016 and 2024 can be seen in image)

 

Might you still have them, please? The died PTU too?

 

So GenRad 3130-1399-00 in picture is the Viration Analyzer Transducer, cause Black cable C-252 is for Vibration Analysis? (Blue C-253 cable is for optical sensor?)

 

You did have to use Jaguar Probe cables to complete self-tests?