Yes. I was prompted to turn on key. The scanner powers up when connected. And set it for kwp protocol
I used to borrow one from my friend that was quite simple to use. I used it on my car and it plugged right into a Triumph I owned. It was easy to use.
Then I bought one for myself, which was a better, more advanced unit that what my friend owned. Whenever I use it I have to read the instructions. A real PITA.
So, if the instructions aren’t cutting it maybe you have a friend that can explain it.