Audatex VHC2 Manuel utilisateur
VHC2
User Guide
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Version 1.3
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Contents
1. VHC2 Overview 3
1.1 Supplied Equipment 3
1.1.1 VCI – Vehicle Communications Interface 3
2. Power and Charging 4
2.1 Charging the VHC2 4
2.1.1 Quick charge 4
2.1.2 Full charge 4
3. Connecting to a Network 5
3.1 Wireless Network 5
3.2 Wired (Ethernet) Network 5
4. Using the VHC2 6
4.1 Navigating the Dashboard 6
4.2 Diagnostics 6
4.2.1 Searching for the Vehicle 7
4.2.1.1 Saving a Report
Revision History
Date Version Description Author
30/06/16 v1.0 Initial Version Dean Weller
11/07/16 v1.1 Log in Removed Dean Weller
28/10/16 v1.2 AEG Integration Dean Weller
06/02/17 v1.3 AEG integration Dean Weller
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4.2.2 EOBD Port Locations 9
4.2.3 Service 10
4.2.4 Reports 10
4.2.5 History 10
4.3 My Reports 11
4.3.1 View a Report 11
4.3.2 Share a Report 11
4.3.2.1 Sharing a report with AEG 11
4.3.3 Delete a Report 12
4.3.4 Setting up Company details 12
4.4 AudaGarage 13
4.5 HPI Check 13
4.6 MOT Check 13
4.7 Help & Support 13
5. Updating your VHC2 15
5.1 Vehicle Data Updates 15
5.2 VHC2 Software Updates 16
6. Supporting Guides 17
6.1 Gmail
6.1.1 Setting up a Gmail Account 17
6.1.2 Sharing via Gmail 17
6.2 Dropbox 18
6.2.1 Setting up a Dropbox Account 18
6.2.2 Sharing on Dropbox 18
Contents
Using the VHC2
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1. VHC2 Overview
1.1 Supplied Equipment
Your VHC2 unit is supplied with the following supporting equipment:
• Charging dock
• USB cable
• Mains Adapter
• VCI – Vehicle Communications Interface
• Ethernet Adapter
1.1.1 VCI – Vehicle Communications Interface
Your VCI (Vehicle Communications Interface) is linked to you VHC2 unit. The VCI is
connected to the VHC2 using a Bluetooth connection giving you the ability to work
from any part of the car, unrestricted by the length of traditional cabling.
The VCI plugs into the vehicles EOBD port.
(For further information on EOBD port locations see 4.2.2)
NOTE: The VCI will only work with its partnered VHC2 and not with any other unit.
If you experience any issues with the VCI please contact the VHC2 support team,
on 0118 923 5645.
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2. Power and Charging
To turn on the VHC2 unit push and hold the Power Key located on the side of the unit.
The VHC2 will power up and load the home screen.
To turn o the VHC2 unit, ensure you have closed all the current open applications and
push and hold the Power Key. When required, select ‘Power o’ and then ‘OK’.
NOTE: We advise that you always ensure that the unit is not in Standby mode, as the unit
will still use battery life while in Standby. If the battery runs completely at then the VHC2
unit will take a while to charge enough to allow normal use.
2.1 Charging the VHC2
The VHC2 is charged via a micro USB slot on the side of the unit.
For best charging results we recommend that you use the VHC2’s docking station.
2.1.1 Quick charge
Charging the VHC2 unit using a wall socket or the docking station for 15 minutes will
allow enough charge to complete one diagnostic check. If the unit is plugged into a
PC to charge allow 30 minutes for enough charge to complete one diagnostic check.
2.1.2 Full charge
To fully charge the VHC2 allow up to 2 hours. To fully charge via a PC allow 5 hours.
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3. Connecting to a Network
3.1 Wireless Network
The VHC2 is compatible with a wireless network.
To set up a wireless connection:
1. From the home screen of the VHC2 unit, click the red network connection icon
2. When prompted select the Wi-Fi network that you would like to connect to
3. If your network is password protected you will now be instructed to input the
password
4. Once the connection has been made you will be returned to the VHC2 home screen
and the network connection icon will now be green.
3.2 Wired (Ethernet) Network
The VHC2 is also compatible with a wired internet connection.
1. To set up a wired connection: Connect the network adapter to the VHC2 unit
(an Ethernet cable is supplied with the VHC2 unit)
2. Connect your Ethernet cable into the adapter
3. If your network is password protected you will now be instructed to input the
password
4. Once the connection has been made you will be returned to the VHC2 home screen
and the network connection icon will now be green.
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4. Using the VHC2
To access the Audatex VHC2 program you need to select the VHC2 logo from the
tablet’s Home Screen. Once selected you will be taken to the VHC2 Main Menu, the
‘Dashboard’.
4.1 Navigating the Dashboard
From the Dashboard you can access the VHC2’s core operations:
• Diagnostics
• My Reports
• AudaGarage
• HPI Check
• MOT Check
• Help & Support
4.2 Diagnostics
Selecting the Diagnostics icon will allow you to carry out the following:
• Perform a vehicle scan
• Update the VHC2 unit
• Create reports
• Edit settings
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4.2.1 Searching for the Vehicle
To carry out a Diagnostic scan on a vehicle you can automatically or manually search
for the vehicle.
Automatic Vehicle Search:
VIN Search:
If the VCI unit is connected to the vehicle you will be able to select Vinscan (located
at the top left of the screen). The VHC2 will scan the vehicle and automatically select
the correct model.
REG Search:
By entering the vehicle’s Registration details into the Number Plate, the VHC2 will
automatically select the correct model.
(Note – You must be connected online for this function to work)
Manual Vehicle Search:
To manually select the vehicle you must rst start by selecting the relevant
Manufacturer and Model.
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4.2.1.1 Saving a Report
Once saved and shared, the report can be downloaded and either attached to the
Audatex Assessment or printed.
(For further information on Gmail and Dropbox, see section 6)
Once you have nished
your scan you will be
presented with a list of
DTCs
Once ‘Saved’ the ‘Share’
icon will become active
Select the ‘Share icon
and you will be given
the ability to share the
report
To save, select ‘Report’
You will see a pop up
information form. Input
the details requested.
All information will be
displayed in the nal
report, then select ‘
Conrm’
At the bottom of the screen
you will see icons for:
• New Session
• Online Information
• Report
• Freeze-frame
• Help
You will then be shown the
nal report, to save select:
Save as PDF (to save the
AEG Assessments) or Save
as JPG
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For more information
on each ‘Share’ function
please go to section:
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4.2.2 EOBD Port Locations
The location of the EOBD port can be found by selecting the EOBD icon at in
the top of the VHC2 Dashboard. Enter the vehicle Manufacturer and Model and an
image will show you the location of the port.
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