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  • Page 1 Test instrument box VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2.9.1 URDI measurement cable VAS 6356/2 ................2-9 2.9.2 DSO measurement cables VAS 6356/3 ............... 2-10 2.9.3 Current pick-up 100A (VAS 6356/4A) and 1800 A (VAS 5051B/ or VAS 6356/11) ... 2-11 2.9.4 Trigger clamp VAS 6356/6 ................... 2-12 2.9.5 kV pick-up VAS 6356/5 ....................2-13 2.9.6 Temperature sensor VAS 5051/70 ................
  • Page 3 Volkswagen AG and/or the manufacturer. All rights provided under copyright law are expressly reserved by Volkswagen AG and the manufacturer. Subject to alteration. All rights reserved. VOLKSWAGEN AG Manufacturer: AVL DiTEST GmbH KD-Werkstattausrüstung Alte Poststrasse 156 D-38436 Wolfsburg A-8020 Graz VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 Contents Associated Documents: Along with this operating manual, which is to be used by the user in the workshop, there are also the following technical documents for the VAS 6356:  /1/ Unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions VAS 6356 with important information on start-up and registration of the device.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Note on further safety instructions The general safety instructions, which are valid for the VAS 6356, are listed in the following. Further safety instructions are to be found in the operating manuals. Therefore, please read the operating manuals before use. Safety instructions may also appear on the screen of the tester.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    The VAS 6356 has internal parts which emit sparks and therefore must not be exposed to flammable fumes. The VAS 6356 should be operated at least 460 mm (18 inches) above the floor surface since fumes from fuels and other materials accumulate at floor level.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTUCTIONS 6. Warning! If you open the VAS 6356 or its accessories without authorisation or carry out improper alterations to them, considerable risk to you and to the device may result. 7. Caution! VAS 6556 workshop trolley - ventilation When operating the VAS 6556 workshop trolley, ensure sufficient ventilation of the table power adapters of the printer and of the test instrument box VAS 6356.
  • Page 8 12. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments. 13. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 9: General Information

     Hardware , nor does it cover every conceivable circumstance of start-up, operation, care or maintenance. Due to the overlapping validity of much of the information for the VAS 6356, the operating manual has been divided into the following sections: ...

  • Page 10: Safety Notes

    The manufacturer hereby declares (fig 1-1) that the device delivered with this operating manual does not require any calibration within the first 3 years after its delivery. Subsequent calibrations should be carried out every 24 months, also refer to section 6.4. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 11 In den ersten 36 Monaten nach der Auslieferung des Geräts ist keine Kalibrierung erforderlich. Siehe mitgeliefertes Dokument „Calibration Protocol VAS 6356“ The test instrument box VAS 6356 was tested successfully with compliance to all specified values and under the actual test procedure and left our facilities in perfect condition.

  • Page 12: Designated Use

    VAS 6356. Area of Application The VAS 6356 is used in conjunction with the diagnosis tester VAS 5052A, as well as the specified notebook to perform all current test instrument tasks in the course of guided fault finding.
  • Page 13 Complex trigger links across all input channels for diagnosis of complex processes  Automatic setting of all parameters through sensor selection makes operation easy (concentration on measurement task)  Specification graph curve library for specified/actual comparison VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 14 Offboard Diagnose Information System service: Diagnosis software for service partner operations with the test instrument functionality. Automatic data copying of the measured values is possible only after the installation of Offboard Diagnose Information System. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 15: Design And Mode Of Operation

     Trigger clamp, VAS 6356/6 (6)  external table power adapter (7) and power cable for the country of delivery VAS 6356/8 (not shown) Fig 2-1 VAS 6356 with accessories VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 16: Scope Of Delivery

    Software, operating manuals ● (multilingual), on CD/DVD, VAS 6356/9 Unpacking instructions, start-up and ● brief instructions on paper, VAS 6356/10 ● Storage case as means of packaging and transport, VAS 6356/14 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 17: Power Supply

    (110 to 240 V alternating voltage)  from the vehicle electrical system (7 to 33 V DC voltage, with adapter for cigarette lighter and battery)* * Not available in USA! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Front Panel

    Bootloader in operation, neither firmware nor update can be loaded lights up yellow: Firmware update is started flashes yellow: Data traffic (firmware update) with PC Fig. 2-2 Front Panel of the VAS 6356 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: Right Side

    Connection "7-33V DC / IN", DC input, connection for table power adapter Connection " ", USB connection for VAS 5052A or for the specified notebook Fig. 2-3 Right side of the VAS 6356 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 20: Rear

    "T/D-2" connection, temperature or pressure sensor 2 "T/D-1" connection, temperature or pressure sensor 1 "DSO2" connection, DSO measuring lead 2 "DSO1" connection, DSO measuring lead 1 Fig. 2-4 Rear of the VAS 6356 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 21: Table Power Adapter

    It is connected at the "7-33V DC / IN" input at the right side of the VAS 6356 via a 4 pin connector (fig 2-3, 1).

  • Page 22: Workshop Trolley

    Design and Mode of Operation Workshop Trolley The VAS 6356 can be attached to the VAS 6556 workshop trolley with the help of magnetic clamps. Caution! Do not bring any magnetically sensitive objects in the vicinity of the magnetic clamps.

  • Page 23: Measurement Cables

    The measuring tip in the red/black probe tip can be unscrewed and can be obtained as a spare part. The black probe tip can be pulled off of the cable together with the handle. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 24: Dso Measurement Cables Vas 6356/3

    Without rated measuring category. Measurements at current circuits that are connected directly to the mains are not permitted! For this reason, use the DSO measuring leads only for measurements on the vehicle. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 2-10...

  • Page 25: Current Pick-Up 100A (Vas 6356/4A) And 1800 A (Vas 5051B/ Or Vas 6356/11)

    Design and Mode of Operation 2.9.3 Current pick-up 100A (VAS 6356/4A) and 1800 A (VAS 5051B/ or VAS 6356/11) The 100 A and 1800 A current pick-ups (optional) consist of an 8-pin connector (with yellow marking), the cable and the actual current pick-up.

  • Page 26: Trigger Clamp Vas 6356/6

    For this reason, use the trigger pick-up only for measurements on the vehicle. Take measurements only at insulated leads! Note The trigger clamp is laid around the insulated ignition cable and has no direct contact to the ignition voltage. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 2-12...

  • Page 27: Kv Pick-Up Vas 6356/5

    For this reason, use the KV pick-up only for measurements on the vehicle. Take measurements only at insulated leads! Note The kV pick-up is clamped to the insulated ignition cable and does not have direct contact to the ignition voltage. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 2-13...

  • Page 28: Temperature Sensor Vas 5051/70

    Air-tight closing of the measurement point The conical design of the rubber sealing allows the measurement point to be closed in an air-tight manner. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 2-14...

  • Page 29: Pressure Sensors Vas 6330, Vas 6394 And Vas 6550

    (gas, liquids). A pressure sensor is first adapted to the pressure sensor cable and then to the VAS 6356. At the vehicle, you connect the sensor to the measurement point via a special adapter (special tool).

  • Page 30: Operation

    Switch on VAS 6356 The VAS 6356 does not have an on/off switch. As soon as it is supplied with current via the table power adapter, the VAS 6356 begins its " start-up" procedure.

  • Page 31: Vas 6556 Workshop Trolley

    VAS 6556 workshop trolley Fig. 3-1 Workshop trolley The workshop trolley is used for mobile use of the VAS 6356 in the workshop. It is mounted on four rollers to allow it to be easily pushed within the working environment.

  • Page 32: Measurement Cables

    Fig. 3-2 Correct handling of a plug at the VAS 5356 To disconnect a plug from the VAS 6356, pull the locking collar of the plug upwards, thereby also pulling the plug from the socket. Note The plugs are not threaded and turning them with force may damage them (see Fig.

  • Page 33: Firmware-Update

    The displayed screen will appear (fig 4-1). 2. Select your language and click "OK" (1). Fig. 4-1 Firmware Update 3. Click "OK" (2). The latest data will be searched for. Fig. 4-2 Firmware Update VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 34 - Please connect all your VAS 6356 equipment to your PC. - Connect your URDI-module to your VAS 6356 and press ‘OK’ button. - Make sure that the power supply of your VAS 6356 doesn’t get interrupted during the entire update-process! Fig.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The VAS 6356 has been fully tested before being dispatched from the factory. Carefully chosen components and adherence to numerous quality controls guarantee high reliability for the VAS 6356. However, if a problem does occur then please read the instructions in this chapter before contacting the appropriate customer service (see /4/).

  • Page 36: Error Messages

    Please make sure that you contact the Error during diode measurement! measurement point securely. DMM-URDI: Internal error. Error reading version information. Please contact the responsible hotline and inform this error. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 37: Dmm-Urdi Module

    DMM-URDI Self-test faulty. Internal error. Please contact the responsible hotline DMM-URDI received un-interpretable and inform this error. data. This operation is not supported by DMM-URDI. DMM-URDI internal error. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 38: 5.2.1.2 Error Messages Of The Dso Multimeter, Dmm-Dso

    An unknown sensor ID has been input is not supported by VAS 6356. received for the T/P-2 connection. DMM-DSO: Internal error! An unknown socket ID has been Please contact the hotline! received. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 39 The desired sensor is not connected at TZ input and repeat the process. the TZ input. DMM-DSO: Internal error! Error reading version information. Please contact the hotline. DMM-DSO: Error reading calibration values. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 40 Please contact the hotline. DMM-DSO: Error reading serial number. DMM-DSO: Un interpretable data received. DMM-DSO: Internal error DMM-DSO: The desired measurement is not Function is not supported. supported by VAS 6356. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 41: 5.2.1.3 Error Messages Of The Scope Module

    Measuring range is not supported by KV sensor. Scope Task: The sensor connected at the DSO1 Sensor ID is not supported at DSO1 input is either defective or is not connection. supported by VAS 6356. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 42 VAS 6356. Scope Task: Internal error! Scope channel 1 has already been parameterised. Scope Task: Scope channel 2 has already been parameterised. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 43 SZ input. defective. Scope Task: The desired sensor has not been The desired sensor is not connected at connected to the TZ input or it is the TZ input. defective. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 44 Please carry out a software update. Please carry out a firmware update. Refer to chapter 4 "Firmware update." TPU task: Internal error! Unknown message received. TPU task: Function is not supported. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-10...

  • Page 45: 5.2.1.4 Error Messages With Respect To The Internal Monitoring Module

    Error in internal supply voltage -2V. Voltage supply: Input voltage too high! Please check the external voltage supply! Voltage supply: Input voltage too low! Please check the external voltage supply! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-11...
  • Page 46 Overcurrent detected at the sensors! reconnect them individually at intervals All sensors have been switched off! of a few seconds. The last connected sensor before this message reappears is defective! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-12...
  • Page 47 Overtemperature in scope module! minutes. Please turn off the device! Caution! Overtemperature in process module! Please turn off the device! Caution! Overtemperature in DC/DC converter! Please turn off the device! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-13...
  • Page 48 Error in the SZ (clamp-on ammeter) measuring channel. Self-test: Error in DMM-DSO. Self-test: Error in the DSO-I2C interface. Self-test: Error in the power supply (PS). Self-test: Error in communication with URDI module. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-14...
  • Page 49 Service Task: Internal error! Unknown message received. Service Task: Desired function is not supported by Function is not supported. VAS 6356! Service Task: Internal error. Internal error. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-15...
  • Page 50 Wrong / invalid version of the URDI software. Please carry out a software update! Wrong / invalid version of the Power Supply software. Please carry out a software update! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-16...

  • Page 51: Measurement Cables

    When checking the diodes, you can also simulate an "open circuit" and "short-circuit". However, a diode is required for additional tests. To check the " inline current measurement" function you must use a circuit of max. 2 A. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-17...

  • Page 52: 5.2.2.2 Dso Measurement Cables

    1. Release the freeze frame by pressing the button again in order to continue the measurement. 2. Additionally connect the URDI measurement cable to the VAS 6356 and the vehicle battery. Its correct functioning should have been checked before connecting it.

  • Page 53: 5.2.2.3 Current Pick-Ups

    2. Pull the current pick-up from the cable carrying the current and plug it back in, reversed by 180°. The difference must remain within the stipulated tolerance (see Section 7.3.1). VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-19...

  • Page 54: 5.2.2.4 Trigger Clamp And Kv Pick-Up

    In this case, please submit a fault report in accordance with Section 5.3. 1. Connect the trigger clamp and the kV pick-up to the VAS 6356. 2. Select the DSO mask in operating mode Test Instruments.

  • Page 55: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Replacement Parts and Accessories 5.4.1 Overview During the guarantee period, repairs to the VAS 6356 are made by replacing defined components. In case of submitting a fault report to your appropriate customer service you will be informed which components will be replaced under guarantee conditions. You will then receive one or more replacement parts on the instigation of the guarantor.

  • Page 56: General Notes

    General Notes VAS 6356 If the VAS 6356 (without accessories) must be replaced, then you will receive a replacement device in a box that you should also use to send back your defective device in. Return the entire VAS 6356, but first remove the accessories.

  • Page 57: Parts List Fort The Vas 6356

    Troubleshooting 5.4.3 Parts List fort the VAS 6356 Table 5-5 Symbols and Abbreviations Meaning Exchange part Replacement part VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-23...
  • Page 58 405 300 00 074 with "CN" (CN) mains plug 405 300 00 075 with "EU" (RUS) mains plug 405 300 00 077 with "EU" (TR) mains plug 405 300 00 079 with "IL" (IL-GB) mains plug VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-24...
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting no. Designation Model Type Comments ● Test instrument VAS 6356 ● URDI measuring lead ● DSO measuring cable ● Current pick-up 100 A VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-25...
  • Page 60 Designation Model Type Comments ● KV pick-up To measure ignition voltages ● trigger clamp For triggering the ● USB cable ● Table power Caution: adapter Specify country code VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-26...
  • Page 61 Designation Model Type Comments ● Software, operating manuals (multilingual), on CD/DVD ● Unpacking instructions, start-up and brief instructions on paper ● Storage case as means of packaging and transport VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-27...
  • Page 62 1800 A ● Test probes (5 piece) ● Connecting lead Battery/ Connecting lead Replacement for Cigarette lighter * ● Workshop Trolley ● Temperature sensor (oil) * Not available in USA! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-28...
  • Page 63 Designation Model Type Comments ● Pressure measuring device (400 bar) ● Pressure measuring device (60 bar) ● Pressure measuring device (60 bar) ● Cord * Not available in USA! VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 5-29...

  • Page 64: Care And Maintenance

    Clean the VAS 6356 only with a dry cloth. Do not use any cleaners or solvents. If the VAS 6356 is damaged then please contact the AVL DiTEST hotline (see /4/). VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 65: Measurement Cables

    (in this case, maintenance and repair work) must be periodically calibrated. The VAS 6356 and the measurement cable is calibrated for 3 years on delivery (see section 1.3). Thereafter, calibration must be repeated every 24 months.

  • Page 66: Technical Specifications

    Danger caused by improper use Sized device without overvoltage category. Measurements at current circuits that are connected directly to the mains are not permitted! For this reason, use the VAS 6356 only for measurements on the vehicle. 7.1.1 Operating Data...
  • Page 67 5-pin, size 1 Trigger pick-up, 5-pin, size 1 T/D-1 Temperature/pressure, 10-pin, size 2 T/D-2 Temperature/pressure, 10-pin, size 2 DSO-1 Storage oscilloscope, 12-pin, size 2 DSO-2 Storage oscilloscope, 12-pin, size 2 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 68: Table Power Adapter

    Technical Specifications Table power adapter The table power adapter supplies the VAS 6356 from the Table power adapter 230 (110) V mains. The table power adapter is housed in the workshop trolley. Rated voltage range AC 100 to 240 V...

  • Page 69: Test Instruments

    -0,2 to 0,2 A 0,0001A ±1 % of m. ±1 mA via URDI -2 to 2 A 0,001 A ±1 % of m. ±10 mA measurement cable 1. of measurement value VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 70 Measuring voltage max. 5 V measurement cable The direction of the flow is indicated by a diode symbol. The polarity of the measuring current is automatically reversed during the measurement. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 71 (RMS, 30 Hz to 500 Hz, crest factor max. 3) 0 to 1800 A 1 A ±5,5 % of m. ±3 A The accuracy of the current pick-up is only valid after calibration. VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 72 0 to 40 V 0,01V ±3,5 % of m. ±80 mV 0 to 160 V 0,1V ±3,5 % of m. ±275 mV 0 to 400 V 0,1V ±3,5 % of m. ±550 mV VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 73 The measuring input is designed for connection of a pressure sensor with a 4 mA to 20 mA interface. Ranges -1000 to 1000 mbar -1 to 4 bar 0 to 60 bar 0 to 400 bar VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

  • Page 74: Digital Storage Oscilloscope (Dso)

    Set manually or automatically in the auto-setup selection Measurement ranges Differential inputs voltage divider DSO1, DSO2 Range ±0,4 V ±1,6 V ±4 V ±16 V ±40 V ±160 V ±400 V VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 75 50 Hz 2 s/DIV 25 Hz 5 s/DIV 10 Hz 10 s/DIV 5 Hz 20 s/DIV 2,5 Hz 50 s/DIV 1 Hz 100 s/DIV 0,5 Hz in 1-channel operation VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved. 7-10...
  • Page 76 The kV input and the kV pick-up (ignition voltage adapter) together form a capacitive voltage divider. An adjustment of the VAS 6356 to the ignition system with static high voltage distribution can be made by an external wiring of the respective ignition adapter.

  • Page 77: Terms

    Hardware primarily refers to the device itself with its mechanical structure and display and control elements, and also the basic operation. Start-up Activity of the VAS 6356 between the switch on and being ready for operation. Calibration Remove the measurement deviation of a testing device (Test instruments) (e.g.: current pick-up).

  • Page 78: Index

    Front Panel ......... 2-4 Switching off VAS 6356 ...... 3-1 General Information ......1-1 Table power adapter ....2-7, 7-3 General Notes ........1-1 Technical Specifications ..... 7-1 Temperature sensor ......7-8 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 79 Trigger clamp VAS 6356/6 ....2-12 Troubleshooting ........5-1 Workshop Trolley ........ 2-8 URDI measurement cable ....5-17 URDI measurement cable VAS 6356/2 ........2-9 URDI/ multimeter measurement cable 7-4 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.
  • Page 80 Subject alteration. All rights reserved. Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN AG AVL DiTEST GmbH KD-WERKSTATTAUSRUESTUNG Alte Poststrasse 156 D-38436 Wolfsburg A-8020 Graz Copyright Volkswagen AG 2018, All rights reserved. AVL DiTEST 2018 VAS 6356 Operating Manual Hardware V1.07 05/18 All rights reserved.

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