Service Information
Diagnostic Device Hardware & Windows®

Number: AHW-17-09

Subject: VAS 6154 Diagnostic Interface – Initial Setup Guide

Date: Apr 25, 2017

Supersedes AHW-17-05 due to updated instructions for Section 2.3 - Prepare WLAN Module

Table of Contents
Page

Section
1.0

Introduction and Process Overviews – MUST READ!

2

1.1

General Information

2

1.2

Web Interface – Overview

2

1.3

Initial Setup and Configuration – Overview & Checklist

3

2.0

Initial Setup and Configuration

4

2.1

Preparation Prerequisites – MUST READ!

4

2.2

Install Base Station Network Drivers

4

2.3

Prepare WLAN Module

5

2.4

Configure Web Interface Language

5

2.5

Unlock Communication Modes

6

2.6

Identify WLAN Module

7

2.7

Configure Connection Parameters

8

3.0
3.1

Setup USB Module

15

Install USB Drivers

15

ATTENTIO N!
Personnel tasked w ith preparing V AS 6154 for w orkshop ser vice must have
know ledge of netw orking s ystems, and specific w orking know ledge of the
dealership L AN / WL AN, as w ell as any securit y restriction measur es in place
that could affect its access and use.
Notes:
• Personnel with working knowledge of their dealership LAN / WLAN should read this guide
in its entirety before performing any configurations. Personnel who do not have working
knowledge of the dealership LAN / WLAN or do not otherwise understand the information
contained in this guide must ask a qualified person to perform the initial setup.
• Heed all prerequisite requirements and notes. Perform all instructions in the section order given
and heed all cross-references to sections in the VAS 6154 User’s Guide on CD.
• This guide may be revised at any time. Always check ServiceNet for the latest version.
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Service Information
1.0 – Introduction and Process Overviews - MUST READ!
1.1 – General Information
This document describes the initial setup and configuration of a new VAS 6154 prior to startup on a
diagnostic laptop or tablet device with ODIS Service diagnostic software.

1.2 – Web Interface – Overview
The initial setup configurations are performed with the VAS 6154 (and connected WLAN Module) plugged
in to the base station, which is connected to the diagnostic device. A network address entered into the web
browser on the diagnostic device generates a web interface in which the configurations are performed:

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

VAS 6154 in Base Station

Diagnostic Device

Web Interface for Configurations

The configuration and information display layout on the VAS 6154 web interface is similar to ODIS Service.
• The Main Categories are listed
horizontally:
• Selecting a Main Category
reveals a number of
Subcategory menus
listed vertically in the left margin:
• The initial setup and configuration
instructions that follow will specify
a Main Category and an
applicable Subcategory with the
necessary instructions.

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1.3 – Initial Setup and Configuration - Overview & Checklist
All configuration selections, pre-set default settings, and any changes to default settings that may be
necessary must be “Accepted” during the web interface procedures.
After all configurations are made, their parameters must be saved by “Rebooting” the VAS 6154 module.
The setup and configuration processes must be performed in the step-by-step order specified below:
Check  when completed:
Initial Setup & Configuration Checklist
Step

Instructions

Subsection

1

Preparation Prerequisites

2.1

2

Install Base Station Network Drivers

2.2

3

Prepare WLAN Module

2.3

4

Configure Web Interface Language

2.4

5

Unlock Communication Modes

2.5

6

Identify WLAN Module

2.6

7

Configure Connection
Parameters
(Subsection 2.7)*

for WLAN Infrastructure

2.7.1

for WLAN Direct

2.7.2

for USB Connection

2.7.3

to save configurations

2.7.4

8

Reboot Module

9

Perform Module Self-Test

10

Setup USB Module and Install USB Drivers



2.7.5
3.0 / 3.1

*Separate configurations are required for each communication method

Optional Setting instructions located on the User’s Guide on CD:
Power Management (auto-shutdown and warning buzzer)

User’s Guide on CD
Section
2.5.7

Roaming Settings (WLAN Infrastructure only)

2.5.9.3

Password Settings

2.5.11

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Service Information
2.0 – Initial Setup and Configuration
2.1 – Preparation Prerequisites – MUST READ!
ATTENTIO N!
Ensur e a successful setup by using the checklist and pr eparing accor dingl y!



Prerequisites
Person preparing VAS 6154 for service has knowledge of networking systems, and specific
working knowledge of the dealership LAN / WLAN.
Service Information document: VAS 6154 Diagnostic Interface – Introduction Guide read and
understood.
Dealership network performance recommended: 6 Mbps (single franchise) / 8 Mbps (dual franchise).
Diagnostic device operating system is known: Either Windows® 7 or Windows 10
VAS 6154 must be able to connect to the same Dealership WLAN as the diagnostic device.
Free IP addresses are available on the WLAN (where applicable).
WLAN must support WPA2 encryption. (It is not possible to connect to other types or open connections.)
Broadcast services are not blocked by a network firewall or other security measures.
The latest ODIS Service application version is installed on the diagnostic device.
Diagnostic device plugged in to power adapter and booted to Windows desktop.
Wireless switch on diagnostic device in ON position, (“Wireless LAN ON” & “802.11a Enabled”).
Diagnostic device connects to, and functions without restriction on dealership network.

2.2 – Install Base Station Network Drivers
1. Connect the double end of USB-Y cable to available USB ports on diagnostic device -1- , and then
connect the single end to base station -2- :
-2-

-12. Wait for Windows to locate and automatically install the drivers.
 Windows 7: A confirmation window appears near the taskbar.
 Windows 10: A very brief progress graphic appears in the taskbar.
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2.3 – Prepare WLAN Module
1. Plug the WLAN Module into the end of the VAS 6154.
2. Plug the assembled unit into the base station as illustrated:

3. Open ODIS
4. ODIS should see the VAS 6154 while it’s in the docking station. This will be evident by the Vehicle
and USB icons showing as below.
Example:

Note: If the VAS 6154 is new or there was a recent ODIS update, you may see a firmware update
window in the bottom right hand corner of the screen. It should take 3-5 minutes to complete. The
VAS 6154 will show disconnected in ODIS during some of this process, but will re-connect when
complete. Warning: Do NOT unplug the VAS 6154 from the docking station while the firmware
update is running.

Example of Firmware Update:
Note: If ODIS does NOT recognize the VAS 6154 when it’s docked, try the below steps before
contacting Diagnostic Software Support.
•

Click on Extras > Diagnostics Interface and re-select the VAS 6154

•