General Information - Honda SPX MVCI User Manual

General Information

The SPX Modular Vehicle Communications Interface (MVCI) is an
interface box used to connect to a vehicle's data link connector (DLC).
The MVCI is used to read information from a vehicle's electronic
control units and sends this information to a PC application. The MVCI
communicates to the PC through a USB, Ethernet, or wireless SDIO
card. The PC application software sends commands to the MVCI to
read diagnostic trouble codes, read data from the vehicle's ECUs, or
performs special device control tests on the vehicle.
The user must connect the MVCI to the PC through one of the
methods discussed above. See MVCI Software Installation section
of this User Guide to determine connection method and to install the
appropriate software for the MVCI to function correctly.
To communicate to the vehicle, the MVCI must be connected to the
vehicle's Diagnostic Link Connector. See Connecting to the Vehicle
section of this User Guide for additional information. The MVCI will
require power from the vehicle to operate properly.
The MVCI is typically used in an automotive service garage. It is used
in and around the vehicle, including the passenger compartment and/or
the engine compartment. Read and understand the Safety Precautions
section of this User Guide before utilizing the MVCI on a vehicle.
The MVCI contains two (2) rechargeable NiMH AA batteries. These
batteries are charged whenever power is applied to the MVCI through
the Vehicle Diagnostic Link connection. The internal batteries may also
be recharged by supplying power to the MVCI to the Power Adapter
Port. Use the supplied AC Power Adapter only. If the batteries need
to be replaced, replace them with 2000mAh NiMH AA batteries (SPX
replacement P/N H550175). For battery location information, see the
MVCI Component Descriptions section of this User Guide. Care should
be used to position the batteries in the proper orientation.
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