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DG Technologies
33604 West Eight Mile Road
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Phone (248) 888-2000
Fax (248) 888-9977
VSI NxGen
User Manual
© 2020 DG Technologies
Document Revision:
1.0
Document Date:
January 2020

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  • Page 1 VSI NxGen User Manual © 2020 DG Technologies DG Technologies 33604 West Eight Mile Road Farmington Hills, MI 48335 Document Revision: Phone (248) 888-2000 Fax (248) 888-9977 Document Date: January 2020...
  • Page 2 No license is granted, by implication or otherwise, for any patents or other rights of DG or of any third party. DG® logo is a registered trademark of DG Technologies, Inc. Other products that may be referenced in this manual are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.2 Typical Hardware Connection to the PC ................16 3.3 Hardware Configuration Information ..................17 4. Software ....................19 4.1 VSI NxGen Validation Utility ..................... 19 4.2 DG Diagnostics OBDII ........................ 19 4.3 Software Development Kit (SDK) .................... 19 4.4 Software Update .......................... 19 4.5 DG Update –...
  • Page 4 Limitation Statements ........................30 General Limitation and Risk Assignment ................30 Exclusion of Incidental, Consequential and Certain Other Damages ......31 Limitation of Liability and Remedies ..................31 Right to Revise or Update without Notice ..................31 Governance ............................31 Contact ...............................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction “Pass-Thru device” to the VSI NxGen How it works: A PC is connected to a vehicle through the VSI NxGen OBD-II J1962 connector and on to the ECUs. The provides the translation interface between the PC and the vehicle or module.

  • Page 6: Vsi Nxgen Hardware Specifications

    - 40 C to + 85 C Power Connector The VSI NxGen can be powered via either a power jack (12V DC) OR via the supplied OBD II cable attached to the vehicle. (See 1.3.1 for more information on 12V DC usage) WARNING: The VSI NxGen SHOULD NOT be powered via the power jack AND the supplied OBD II cable SIMULTANEOUSLY.

  • Page 7: Hardware Overview

    Vehicle Connection – Indicates that the vehicle network connection is established / active. ▪ Power – Indicates that the VSI NxGen is connected to a power supply (either via the jack plug or through a vehicle connection), and whether the unit is operating properly.

  • Page 8: Status Indicators Table

    There is activity on one or more vehicle network protocol channels. (Alternating Red / Green) No power supplied to the VSI NxGen unit. Unit is powered either via the vehicle connector or the external power jack. Unit is Power (Solid Green) operating properly.

  • Page 9: Software Setup

    Software Setup 1. If it does not start automatically, locate the “Setup_VSINxGen.EXE” file and double-click on it to start the software setup, and then click “Next”. 2. Exit all open Windows programs and click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 10 3. Choose Destination Location for the installation. The default location is C:\Dearborn Group Products\VSINxGen. Click “Next” to continue. 4. Click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 11 5. Please ensure that you do not have the VSI NxGen hardware connected to the PC’s USB port. Click “OK” to continue. 6. Click OK to continue.
  • Page 12 Installation is complete. Click “Finish”. 8. Click OK to restart your computer.
  • Page 13 9. From the Start menu click on Product Registration. 10. Select Yes when prompted to make changes to your device. 11. From the Registration screen, complete the necessary information and select Register to complete the process.

  • Page 14: Hardware Configuration

    .. the COMx designation will vary depending on the presence of other COM devices installed on your system Step 1: Connect the VSI NxGen to a power source (Power adapter or powered from the OBD II cable). Note: do not power unit from multiple sources. Power LED must be a solid Green.
  • Page 15 Step 2: Select “Install the software automatically” or “Yes now – and every time I connect a new device” and click “Next”. Step 3: Click “Finish”.

  • Page 16: Typical Hardware Connection To The Pc

    OBD II cable). Note: Do not power unit from multiple sources. Power LED must be a solid GREEN. Step 2: Connect the VSI NxGen’s USB cable to the PC that the software was installed on and note that the Power LED is a solid...

  • Page 17: Hardware Configuration Information

    Control Module (ECU). Note: after this connection, the Vehicle Connection LED is a solid RED. 3.3 Hardware Configuration Information By running the “VSI NxGen Config Utility”, located in Start > All Programs > DGTech VSINxGen, a user can find out Hardware version, protocol support, and other information.
  • Page 18 Protocols Supported: J1850VPW, J1850PWM, CAN, ISO9141, ISO14230, ISO15765, SCI_A_ENGINE:1, SCI_A_TRANS:1, SCI_B_ENGINE:1, SCI_B_TRANS:1, SWCAN_ISO15765_PS, SWCAN_PS, GM_UART_PS VSI NxGen Version...

  • Page 19: Software

    Group Products>VSI NxGen>Documentation. 4.4 Software Update DG Update is an application that is installed with your VSI NxGen drivers. It will run (by default) once every 30 days and will keep you up to date with the latest versions of drivers for all your DG Technologies products.

  • Page 20: Dg Update - Main Update Screen

    DG Update – Internet Connection Required The DG Update utility depends on successfully connecting to the Internet (to one of DG’s servers) to retrieve the latest version information and to download the latest drivers and applications if necessary. Many companies install firewalls and virus protection and these may block the DG server queries and responses.
  • Page 21 Connect your PC to the Internet and click the Refresh button. Due to the nature of TCP/IP communications, errors connecting or sending/receiving of data are slow to appear, however the user will eventually be notified if there was a problem. If the check for updates was successful, the second column of the grid will display information returned from the DG server showing the most current versions.
  • Page 22 The dialog box will go away after the install has been started. Do not disconnect your VSI NxGen or shut down your computer until installation is complete After the drivers have been downloaded (to the Windows temp directory – if you wish to save them for other machines), they will be unzipped and the program will exit right after starting the new driver installation.
  • Page 23 The first step in a manual firmware update is to find which version of firmware you have. You can use the AVT utility after connecting the VSI NxGen to a power source. Start ➔ DGTech Utilities ➔ Adapter Validation Tool...

  • Page 24: Avt (Obdii) - Adapter Validation Tool For Light And Medium-Duty Vehicles

    AVT (OBDII) – Adapter Validation Tool for Light and Medium-Duty Vehicles This selection covers VSI NxGen. Select Configure Device. Advanced Selection Allows switching between the Automated and Manual Tests. You can also Configure your NxGen or Close the Application from this menu.
  • Page 25 This is a Pass/Fail test. Upon completion of a successful test, you will see the screen below. The two green lines indicate that communication from the VSI NxGen and the PC was successful as well as the communication from the VSI NxGen and the vehicle was successful.

  • Page 26: Avt Test Outcomes

    • This screen indicates a communication problem between the VSI NxGen and the PC. Ensure both connections at each end of USB cable, between the VSI NxGen and the PC, are secure. Ensure VSI NxGen was properly installed on PC and possibly re-install.
  • Page 27 Automatic Firmware Update Dialog Box Launch the VSI NxGen Firmware Updater Program Manually 1. Stop all applications that are using the VSI NxGen (if any). 2. Start the VSI NxGen Firmware Updater program: Start ➔ VSINxGen ➔ VSINxGen Firmware Updater...
  • Page 28 VSI NxGen. If the Automatic Firmware Update option is on, every time you connect to the VSI NxGen the drivers check to see if a newer version of firmware is available. If a newer version is available, you will be prompted to upgrade to that version.

  • Page 29: Appendix A. Technical Support And Return Merchandise Authorization (Rma)

    If technical support has deemed that there may be a physical problem with your VSI NxGen, you will be issued you an RMA number. You would then return the product along with any documentation of ownership you have (proof of...

  • Page 30: Appendix B. Warranty Information And Limitation Statements

    (2) years following date of shipment. Cables (both USB and vehicle) are warranted for 90 days. DG Technologies will, at its option, repair or replace, at no cost to the customer, products which prove to be defective during the warranty period, provided the defect or failure is not due to misuse, abuse, or alteration of the product.

  • Page 31: Exclusion Of Incidental, Consequential And Certain Other Damages

    DG Technologies or any supplier has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 32: Appendix C. Fcc And Certification Industry Canada Information

    If your VSI NxGen is equipped with dual radio Bluetooth/WiFi the following applies: The VSI NxGen has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 33 Appendix D – List of Acronyms Used in this Document Various acronyms have been used throughout this document. Acronym Description Application Programming Interface Controller Area Network DG Technologies Identification International Standards Organization Light Emitting Diode On Board Diagnostics Original Equipment Manufacturer...

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