The ALLSCANNER VXDIAG Benz C6 multi diagnostic tool has released a new firmware and driver update in March 2019. This update ensures compatibility with the latest V2019.03 X-ENTRY XODS software, enhancing the functionality of your C6 multiplexer. By updating your VXDIAG Benz C6, you can seamlessly integrate and utilize the advanced features of the Xentry 2019.03 diagnostic software.
This update, version 2018.03.06 V3.0.8.306, includes several key improvements and fixes:
- Bug Fix: Addressed issues causing SCN coding failure for HU5 in X-ENTRY.
- Bug Fix: Resolved problems with Audio DoIP programming failure for HU5 in X-ENTRY.
- New Feature: Introduced compatibility with X-ENTRY 2019.03, allowing users to leverage the latest diagnostic capabilities.
- New Feature: Integrated X-ENTRY Diagnosis VCIRecovery. This feature enables users to recover and choose the appropriate software version after connecting the VXDIAG Benz C6. The VCIRecovery options are located at:
- C:ProgramDataVCXAppsBENZC6VCIRecovery_X-ENTRY_201812.exe
- C:ProgramDataVCXAppsBENZC6VCIRecovery_X-ENTRY_201903.exe
How to Update VXDIAG Benz Firmware?
Before starting, ensure you have installed and configured your X-ENTRY XDOS software and VX Manager. Then, follow these steps to update your VXDIAG Benz firmware:
- Update VCX Plus Firmware: Navigate to the “Firmware Update” section in VX Manager and update VCX Plus firmware to version 1.5.2.0.
Alt: Firmware Update button highlighted in VX Manager for VXDIAG Benz C6.
- Update DoIP Firmware: Update the DoIP firmware to version 1.5.2 by following these steps within the VX Manager interface:
- Select “Update DoIP”.
- Download the firmware.
- Initiate the update process.
- Complete the DoIP firmware update.
Alt: Steps to update DoIP firmware for VXDIAG Benz C6 displayed in VX Manager.
Alt: Completion message of DoIP firmware update for VXDIAG Benz C6 in VX Manager.
- Install BENZ C6 New Driver: Install the BENZ C6 driver version 3.0.8.306 to finalize the firmware update process.
How to Configure VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI?
After updating the firmware, configure your VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI by following these steps:
- Open ConfigAssist: Launch ConfigAssist and select “X-ENTRY Diagnosis VCI”.
Alt: ConfigAssist interface showing X-ENTRY Diagnosis VCI selection for VXDIAG Benz C6 configuration.
- Press Configure: Click on the “Configure” button to begin the VCI configuration.
Alt: Configure button highlighted in ConfigAssist for VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI setup.
- Press Continue: Proceed by clicking “Continue” to move to the next step.
Alt: Continue button in ConfigAssist for VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI configuration process.
- Press Continue Again: Click “Continue” once more to advance through the configuration.
Alt: Second Continue button in ConfigAssist during VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI configuration.
- Manually Enter StartKey: If the system is unable to detect the StartKey automatically, select “Manually enter StartKey”.
Alt: Option to manually enter StartKey selected in ConfigAssist for VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI configuration.
- Enter and Save StartKey: Manually input your StartKey and save the entered key.
Alt: Input field for manual StartKey entry and save button in ConfigAssist for VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI.
- StartKey Saved Successfully: Confirm that the StartKey has been saved successfully.
Alt: Success message confirming StartKey saved for VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI configuration.
- Couple VCI (Connect VCI): Select “Couple VCI” or “Connect VCI” to establish the connection.
Alt: Couple VCI or Connect VCI option selected in ConfigAssist to connect VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI.
- Configuration Complete: The VCI configuration process is now complete.
Alt: Completion message confirming VCI configuration is done for VXDIAG Benz C6.
- Restart Computer: Restart your computer to finalize the configuration.
Alt: Instruction to restart computer after VXDIAG Benz C6 VCI configuration in ConfigAssist.
After restarting, you will observe the C6 Benz icon and VCI number indicating a successful connection.
How to Use VXDIAG C6 Benz VCIRecovery?
The updated firmware includes the VCIRecovery function, which allows you to switch between older and newer X-ENTRY software versions. It is important to note that this latest firmware is specifically designed to support the latest X-ENTRY Diagnosis 03/2019. If you need to use an older software version from before 2018, you will need to use VCIRecovery to switch versions.
- Run VCIRecovery: Execute VCIRecovery from your desktop and navigate to the directory: C:ProgramDataVCXAppsBENZC6.
Alt: VCIRecovery shortcut icon on desktop for VXDIAG Benz C6 software.
Alt: File path to VCIRecovery application for VXDIAG Benz C6 in file explorer.
Select the appropriate VCI version to match your intended software version.
Alt: Version selection dropdown in VCIRecovery application for VXDIAG Benz C6 software.
- Press Update: Click “Update” to initiate the firmware update process until it is successfully completed.
By following these instructions, you can ensure your VXDIAG Benz C6 is fully updated and configured to support XENTRY 2019.03, allowing for optimal diagnostic performance.
