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Wireless communication with network Wireless link (Bluetooth and WLAN) unsuccessful using DWA131 E1 dongle Other applicable documents VCI Manager displays yellow icon over Opel- Vauxhall-VCI after previous use Safety instructions 6.10 Computer application is unable to communicate with the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI over USB Product description 6.11 Computer application is unable to communicate...
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The signal word indicates the likelihood of occur- Certification for South Korea rence and the severity of the danger in the event of non-observance: Use of the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and and re- cording of diagnostic data while driving Signal word Likelihood of...
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Range of application experience in the fields of electrical and hydraulic equipment. The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI is intended for indoor use only. FCC Compliance (USA) Do not expose Opel-Vauxhall-VCI to rain Opel-Vauxhall-VCI complies with the require- or moisture and prevent the formation of ments of Section 15 of the FCC Rules.
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The wireless link is affected by weather condi- concrete walls) which could interfere with tions. The reception signal may therefore vary. ¶ the signal from and to the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI. Please contact your network specialist for any queries. ¶ In the event of problems with the radio link, the USB link can be activated and used ins- tead of the radio connection.
Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and the software. Product description Intended use If the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and the scope of delivery are operated contrary to the way specified by the manufacturer in the oper- ating instructions, the protection provided by the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and the supplied accessories may be compromised.
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Product description | Opel-Vauxhall-VCI | 5 Opel-Vauxhall-VCI Ports and cont- Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port rol elements The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI has a fixed USB configura- The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI has various keys and tion which cannot be changed. This ensures that standardized ports for operating the device and...
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LED status display controlled in the corresponding user software. Four light emitting diodes (LEDs) are located on the front of the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI. The LED indi- The system requirements listed below refer to cators provide the following status information. use of the "VCI Manager" software. The user software requirements may differ.
<Wiederherstellen> Opel-Vauxhall-VCI. (Recover). Your Opel-Vauxhall-VCI will be displayed without the serial number when Visit TIS2Web for OPEL -VAUXHALL VCI Mana- initially connected to VCI Manager. ger software download. 4. Press <Wiederherstellen>(Recover) to start the update process.
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"VCI Manager" soft- ware. The VCI Manager icon displayed on the Ensure, that the "VCI Manager" software Opel-Vauxhall-VCI will inform you of the commu- installed on your computer and the software nication method to be used when <Verbinden>...
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Activating the WLAN link via an access cations point Opel-Vauxhall-VCI is capable of communicating The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI can be configured to con- on your workshop network over Wireless. The nect via an access point. The following must be "Network Setup" tab in the "VCI Manager" soft-...
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10 | Opel-Vauxhall-VCI | Operation 5.4.2 Enabling point-to-point wireless com- 4. Connect to your Opel-Vauxhall-VCI in the VCI Manager software. munication 5. Select the "Network Setup" tab. The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI can be configured for 6. In the "Wireless (802.11)" tab, select the point-to-point wireless communication.
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12 V power source. 3. Plug the USB connecting cable into the computer and Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and allow Opel-Vauxhall-VCI to boot completely. 4. Connect to your Opel-Vauxhall-VCI in the VCI Manager software. 5. Select the "Network Setup" tab. 6. Click <Set Factory Default>.
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The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI is protected With the self-test adapter you can conduct a lo- by its own internal protection opback self-test of the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI. using device. A fault in the cable itself, the following steps. especially a power to ground short, is capable of creating a 1.
This section is intended to help you get back on Pin 16 of the diagnostic connection cab- on track if the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI appears to be le, Opel-Vauxhall-VCI will inform the user by operating abnormally. If the error is not elimi-...
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If you suspect a defective diagnostic connection diagnostic session cable, you should perform the cable test from If Opel-Vauxhall-VCI does not remain on during the VCI Manager. The "VCI Manager" software cranking or DLC disconnect, there may be a supports a cable test with the use of the self- problem charging the internal capacitor.
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Opel-Vauxhall-VCI must to a network. The DWA131 E1 dongle is only be powered up before it will communicate. intended to be used with Opel-Vauxhall-VCI for Opel-Vauxhall-VCI must be configured through Point-to-Point communication or Infrastructure USB before it will communicate using any other wireless communication.
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The Opel-Vauxhall-VCI does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not open the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI; opening voids the warranty. ¶ Do not immerse the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI or any of its parts or accessories in water. ¶ Even though the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI and the acces- sories are water-resistant, they are not water- proof.
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Direct Current Changing location Data Communication Equipment ¶ If the Opel-Vauxhall-VCI is handed over to Data Link Connector someone else, hand over all the documentation Data Terminal Equipment. A term used to describe a device connected to an RS232 included in the scope of delivery as well.