Service Information
Workshop Equipment

Number: VSE-14-11

Subject: VAS 6356 Test Instruments Box – Software
Configuration – ODIS Service Only

Date: May 30, 2014

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Supersedes VSE-14-01 due to deletion of Windows XP references and additional information.

Table of Contents
Page

Section
1.0

Introduction - Must Read!

1

2.0

Configuration

2

2.1

Preparation

2

2.2

Procedure

2

2.3

Connection & Function Tests

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1.0 – Introduction
Use the procedures in the following sections to configure and test a VAS 6356 Test Instruments box for
use with a VAS diagnostic laptop or tablet with ODIS Service.
VAS 6356 software and USB driver files are automatically installed during the ODIS Service diagnostic
software installation routine. VAS 6356 software installation via separate CD is NOT necessary.
The procedure extracts the pre-installed USB driver and network adapter files, and configures a network
connection. Successful configuration is confirmed with connection and functions tests.
This document covers initial VAS 6356 configuration on VAS diagnostic laptop and tablet devices with
Windows 7 operating systems.
Notes:
• The following procedures must be performed by qualified personnel only!
• Please read these instructions in their entirety before performing these procedures. If you do not
have previous experience loading software or do not understand these instructions,
arrange to have a qualified person perform the procedures.
• The latest version of ODIS Service must be present or installed BEFORE proceeding with
these instructions.
• If the VAS 6356 is to be used by more than one diagnostic device, the following procedures must
be performed on each device..
• Discard all printed copies of this document after use. Revised versions may be issued at any
time. Always check ServiceNet for the latest version.

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2.0 – Configuration
2.1 – Preparation
Laptop & tablet Prerequisites:
 Diagnostic device plugged in to power adapter (tablet in base station), booted to Windows desktop.
 The latest version of ODIS Service must be installed.
VAS 6356 Prerequisites:
Physical set up completed as per initial unpacking and setup instructions, i.e.:
 Test box plugged in to power adapter, blue LED on steady
 All test and measurement leads connected to test box
 USB cable on hand

2.2 – Procedure
2.2.1 – Extract USB Drivers
1. Connect USB cable between the text box and any available USB port on the laptop/tablet.
Windows will detect and install the necessary drivers automatically (a Windows installation message may
appear during this time). No user intervention is necessary.
2. From the desktop, click the Windows (Start) button:
3. Select Devices and Printers:
4. Verify that VAS6356 appears in the Devices (_) section:

Note:
VAS6356 appears in Devices and Printers only when connected via the USB cable.

5. Close the Devices and Printers window.
6. From the Windows desktop, click the Windows (Start) button:
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7. Select Control Panel:
8. From the Control Panel menu, select System:
9. From the submenu, select Device Manager:

10. Expand ( + ) the Network adapters directory and confirm that AVL DiTest VAS6356 is listed:

11. Close the Device Manager and Control Panel Windows

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2.2.2 – Configure Network Connection
1. From the Windows desktop, click the Windows (Start) button:
2. Go to: All Programs > DiTest > VAS 6356.
3. Right click (select) VAS 6356 - Konfiguration:

4. From the selection dropdown menu, select Run as Administrator.
A very brief IP configuration routine runs and the window closes automatically.
5. Briefly disconnect, and then reconnect the VAS 6356 USB cable from the laptop/tablet USB port.
6. Wait a moment, and then click the Windows (Start) button:
7. Select Control Panel:
8. From the Control Panel menu, select Network and Sharing Center:
9. From the submenu, select Change Adapter Settings:

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10. Confirm that the Local Area Connection 2 for AVL DiTEST VAS6356 is present and is indicated as
connected as an unidentified network. (If it is not present and connected, repeat Steps 1 - 5):

11. Close the Network and Sharing window.
12. Test the connection. Ref. Section 2.3 (below).

2.3 – Connection & Function Tests
The following tests confirm the network IP connection and GDI Device Driver functions.
2.3.1 – Connection Test
1. From the Windows desktop, click the DiagStarter icon and select ODIS Service.
2. Select the Admin operating mode.
3. Select the Measurement tab.
4. In the GDI device driver category, confirm VAS6356 appears in the Measuring device selection:

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5. Select the Measuring technology tab.
6. Click the Self-test category.
7. Click the Measurement button:

A successful test is indicated by the result OK:

Note:
• In some cases the connection may be delayed and the test result will be Not OK. In this case,
wait a moment and retry the test.
• In all cases, perform the Function Test – Page 7.

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2.3.2 – Function Test
1. From the ODIS Service main/start screen, select Measurement (Multimeter functions are displayed by
default). Select the Diode test URDI or Continuity test URDI mode:

2. Briefly touch the two URDI cable probes together. The display must show continuity as illustrated:

3. Select the Resistance URDI mode. Confirm the display is active:

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4. Select the Voltage URDI mode. Confirm the display is active:

5. Select the Current URDI mode. Confirm the display is active:

The VAS 6356 is ready for use with the laptop/tablet.
For instructions on using test instrument functions, refer to the ODIS Service User’s Manual. Go to:
Windows (Start) > All Programs > Offboard Diagnostic Information System Service > Manual >
manual_service-XX_US.pdf > Section 10.

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