Honda Modular Vehicle Communication Interface User Manual Download Page 1

 

Modular Vehicle 

Communication 

Interface (MVCI) 

 

User Guide 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for Modular Vehicle Communication Interface

Page 1: ...Modular Vehicle Communication Interface MVCI User Guide...

Page 2: ...ulatory and Compliance Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to these two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device mu...

Page 3: ...eck Version 25 Network Setup 27 Ethernet 27 USB Device 28 DHCP Server 29 Wireless Network Setup 30 Introduction 30 Configure a Wireless Profile 30 Select the Wireless Network Type 30 Connecting Your H...

Page 4: ...manual for the vehicle being serviced Adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions Failure to do so could result in personal injury or otherwise unneeded repairs The MVCI vehicle I O connector...

Page 5: ...he vehicle to operate properly The MVCI contains two 2 rechargeable NiMH AA batteries These batteries are charged whenever power is applied to the MVCI through the vehicle DLC The internal batteries m...

Page 6: ...r has screws for locking the connection fasten the screws firmly Do not carry the MVCI by attached cables or forcefully pull on the cables Battery Installation and Replacement The MVCI contains two 2...

Page 7: ...you need to remove the SD card or the SD wireless card do this 1 Lift the top port cover 2 Push the SD card inward and release The SD card releases and partially ejects NOTE The SD wireless card has a...

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Page 10: ...creen being viewed center Vehicle or internal battery condition right side The wireless icon appears when a wireless profile is detected Battery Icon Descriptions When the MVCI is powered by an extern...

Page 11: ...or Honda Diagnostic System HDS PC Software found on ISIS under General Publications Tool Information NOTE The MVCI does not come with a CD The software and updates are included in the HDS software ima...

Page 12: ...nection refer to the Wireless Network setup for instructions Make sure the MVCI communicates with the PC using the Ethernet or USB cable before using a connection USB Connection The USB driver automat...

Page 13: ...HDS 2 On the HDS Welcome screen click the F12 tab NOTE Make sure the latest version of HDS software is installed Check the latest version by logging into in honda com and selecting SERVICE Service Ba...

Page 14: ...minutes Automatic and Manual Firmware Updates NOTE Make sure the MVCI is powered through the vehicle DLC or the external power source Connect the MVCI to the PC using the communication cable Update ca...

Page 15: ...on the HDS screen Do not disconnect the external power source or disconnect the MVCI from the PC After the MVCI reboots it displays the following messages to indicate which files are being updated Af...

Page 16: ...displayed on the HDS Press Enter on your keyboard or click the green check mark in the lower right corner to start the CM Update The following update screen displays MVCI and CM updates are complete...

Page 17: ...tomatically boots up NOTE If the MVCI does not power up when connected to the DLC see Troubleshooting 3 To turn off the MVCI disconnect it from the DLC then press and hold the ESC button for about 5 s...

Page 18: ...er the User Config menu you find the following choices Refer to the applicable page for more detailed information explaining the functions proper tool setup and user customization Switch Wireless pg 1...

Page 19: ...ostic link connector DLC and turning the ignition switch to ON II After the MVCI boots up press ENTER to access the User Config screen NOTE Make sure the vehicle s 12V battery is fully charged If the...

Page 20: ...Calendar Data format Press ENTER to save the changes or press ESC to cancel To change the date highlight the date and press ENTER Use the up down buttons to change the number and the left right butto...

Page 21: ...ge the font size select Small Font under Font Size then press ENTER NOTE The factory default is Small Font Large font is not available on all screens Highlight the desired option then press ENTER to s...

Page 22: ...stalled to the MVCI Factory Defaults This option restores all the factory defaults Clock format is reset to USA Philippines Language is reset to English Beep menu is reset to Enable Contrast is reset...

Page 23: ...e Mode Setting 1 Language To change the language setting select Language under User Customize then press ENTER Select the applicable language from the list then press ENTER to save or press ESC to can...

Page 24: ...en the vehicle battery voltage is low To change the beep settings select Beep Menu under User Customize Select Beep Menu on the User Customize screen then press ENTER Highlight Key Beep then press ENT...

Page 25: ...1 you can change the Destination and the Language Refer to the User Customize section for instructions on changing these settings Setting 2 Do not change these settings from their default modes becau...

Page 26: ...firmware version do this 1 From the CM Update Mode menu select Setting 2 then press ENTER 2 Select Check Version then press ENTER 3 Record the MVCI CM firmware version that appears on the display Pres...

Page 27: ...matically obtain an IP address Some laptops have a feature that automatically disables its wireless connection whenever an Ethernet connection is detected Disable this feature before connecting the MV...

Page 28: ...Press ENTER to accept the changes then press ESC to return to the previous menu To return to the previous menu without accepting the changes press ESC 3 To change the subnet mask highlight the Subnet...

Page 29: ...ng select DHCP Server then press ENTER 2 The display shows the current setting of the DHCP server To enable disable the DHCP server highlight the current status then press ENTER 3 Select Enable or Dis...

Page 30: ...ur IT support provider before making any changes There are four steps Prepare the MVCI configure infrastructure and or ad hoc wireless on the MVCI Select the wireless network type on the MVCI Connecti...

Page 31: ...ess Network Connection icon or open the WiFi connection utility located in the taskbar and select View Available Wireless Networks b Find and select the network that the MVCI was just configured for T...

Page 32: ...t click the WiFi icon in the taskbar and select Connect to a network b Find and select the network that the MVCI was just configured for Then click Connect c Once connected the Connect to a network wi...

Page 33: ...ng the status of your connection The PC can be switch between infrastructure and adhoc configuration by clicking on the knob on the right side of the MVCI Dashboard NOTE Your PC must have internal wir...

Page 34: ...ed It holds all the calibration files needed for updating control modules units NOTE Do not remove the SD card unless a problem has occurred To view the status of SDIO 1 slot select View Status then p...

Page 35: ...the settings on these screens Press ESC to return to the previous menu Battery Charger This screen indicates if the MVCI batteries are being charged You cannot change this setting NOTE To extend the b...

Page 36: ...are Test The MVCI includes several hardware tests that can check to make sure your MVCI is operating properly From the User Config menu select Hardware Test then press ENTER These options are availabl...

Page 37: ...ixels showing two patterns then turning off all the pixels You can exit the LCD Test by pressing ESC 1 Select LCD Test then press ENTER 2 Press ENTER to turn on all the pixels 3 After 5 seconds press...

Page 38: ...s ENTER Check the five buttons When you press each button the applicable LCD should briefly light on the screen Serial Number The serial number is printed on the back of the battery cover However if y...

Page 39: ...run the test with the MVCI connected to a vehicle You can damage a control unit or the MVCI When the test is complete a results screen appears indicating Test Passed or Test Failed You can view the lo...

Page 40: ...p Wizard MVCI Wireless Connection Manager Use this application to select the MVCI you want to connect to wirelessly For more information refer to the Wireless Network Setup section Launch the applicat...

Page 41: ...profiles for the MVCI Both adhoc and infrastructure profiles can be set up Profiles are saved within the application for future use NOTE Information on wireless setup in general is beyond the scope o...

Page 42: ...date to keep the battery charged NOTE If you try to update the control module when the vehicle s battery has a low state of charge the update progress takes longer or it may fail To avoid damaging the...

Page 43: ...ng Control Modules Units 1 Connect the MVCI to the vehicle s DLC and turn the ignition switch to ON II 2 Wait for the MVCI to boot up When the Host Status screen appears press ENTER 3 From the User Co...

Page 44: ...plays the calibration that is currently installed on the control unit Available Update displays the calibration that is available to replace the currently installed calibration 9 Wait a few seconds fo...

Page 45: ...to OFF 14 Turn the ignition back ON within 60 seconds to complete the updating process The MVCI displays a countdown timer that goes away after you turn the ignition ON NOTE If you do not cycle the ig...

Page 46: ...g Control Modules Units 2 When the update is done the MVCI gives you the option to repeat this system update on another vehicle Press ENTER to repeat the same system programming on another vehicle wit...

Page 47: ...for reprogrammable systems This takes about 90 seconds 7 After the MVCI finishes its search a list of reprogrammable systems appears on the System Selections screen Select the system to reprogram Pres...

Page 48: ...h OFF 14 Turn the ignition back ON within 60 seconds to complete the update The MVCI displays a countdown timer that goes away after you turn the ignition ON NOTE If you do not cycle the ignition swit...

Page 49: ...gnition is ON Do not turn the MVCI off Do not disconnect the MVCI from the vehicle s DLC 2 The MVCI usually lists the error code and a brief description of the problem If an error code is listed refer...

Page 50: ...d a brief description of the problem If an error code is listed refer to Error Code table for a list of error codes the error code description and the possible solutions After you note the error code...

Page 51: ...Error Code Table Below is a list of error codes that can be displayed on the MVCI Refer to the applicable code and its description and possible solutions for help 51...

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Page 55: ...Error Messages Below is a list of error messages that can be displayed on the MVCI Refer to the applicable message and its description and possible solutions for help 55...

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Page 57: ...complete an important function an error message is displayed on the screen The MVCI will try to complete the function using its internal battery but will turn off after 3 minutes If you want to keep t...

Page 58: ...MVCI power off To turn off the MVCI disconnect it from all power sources then press and hold the ESC button until the screen goes blank 5 seconds The MVCI powers off 30 seconds after being disconnecte...

Page 59: ...emperature rises above 140 F 60 C Battery charging resumes after the MVCI power is cycled turned off and on and the temperature is below 140 F 60 C Refer to System Status Battery Charger What should I...

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Page 61: ...OSCH BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER FOR ANY LOSS OF DATA LOST PROFITS OR FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Limits and Exclusions This warranty does not cover and shall be void for Damage that is a...

Page 62: ...tware or c remove or destroy any proprietary markings confidential legends or any trademarks or trade names of the Unit software Unit software may not be copied except in ordinary backup procedures Un...

Page 63: ...RRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS INCLUDING WITHOUT BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF SATISFACTORY QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE EXC...

Page 64: ...er rights that vary from country to country BOSCH must consult the applicable country laws for a full determination of BOSCH s rights This limited warranty is in addition to and does not affect any ri...

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