Service Information
Diagnostic Device Hardware & Windows®

Number: AHW-17-17

Subject: VAS 6154 Diagnostic Interface – Initial Setup Guide

Date: Dec. 8, 2017

Supersedes VHW-17-09 due to *New Sections 2.6 & 4.0

Table of Contents
Page

Section
1.0

Introduction and Process Overviews

2

1.1

General Information

2

1.2

Web Interface – Overview

2

2.0

Initial Setup and Configuration

3

2.1

Preparation Prerequisites

3

2.2

Install Base Station Network Drivers

3

2.3

Prepare WLAN Module

4

2.4

Configure Web Interface Language

5

2.5

Unlock Communication Modes

6

2.6

Enable Roaming

6

2.7

Identify WLAN Module

7

2.8

Configure Connection Parameters

8

3.0

Setup USB Module

16

4.0

Add Static IP Address & Host Name to Interface Software

17

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.

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1.0 – Introduction and Process Overviews
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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2.0 – Initial Setup and Configuration
2.1 – Preparation Prerequisites
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.
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 VAS6154 while it’s in the docking station. This will be evident by the Vehicle
and USB icons showing as below. You may need to click on Extras > Diagnostic Interface and
select the VAS 6154.

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 > Diagnostic Interface and re-select the VAS 6154

•

Remove and Re-insert the VAS 6154 into the docking station

•

Disconnect and Re-connect the VAS 6154 docking station USB cables from the laptops
docking station

•

If the VAS 6154 replaced a VAS 5054A, please ensure ODIS was re-installed and you
selected the VAS 6154 as the default Diagnostic Interface.
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2.4 – Configure Web Interface Language
A one-time configuration is necessary to set the language displayed by the web interface.
1. Open Internet Explorer and manually enter the following IP address in the browser’s address bar:

http://192.168.1.69

(optional: http://vas6154-dock)

A delay before the web interface language selection appears is normal.
2. Select the desired interface language, scroll down and apply the selection by clicking the checkmark:

The General – System Information page appears first by default every subsequent time the web
interface is accessed:

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2.5 – Unlock Communication Modes
The communication modes must be unlocked, and the country in which the network operates set.
1. From the web interface: Select the ADMINISTRATION main category, and then select the
Communication subcategory:
2. Check  the Unlock WLAN access point mode AND Unlock WLAN infrastructure mode
selections -A-: (Click OK when the Access Point interference message appears.):
3. Select the applicable wireless channel selection - Country from the dropdown -B-:
4. Select Accept, and then wait a moment while the parameters are written:

A

B

2.6 – Enable Roaming
Roaming is helpful if you have multiple Wireless Access Points located through-out your dealership which
have the same SSID name. It allows the VAS6154 to automatically change to another WLAN access point
if the connection quality is poor.
Note: You should verify with your IT specialist if your network is configured in this manner.
1. Select the Administration main category then the Roaming subcategory.
2. Place a  in the Activate Roaming Box.
3. Leave 15 as the default Roaming threshold (SNR).
4. For the List of channels (comma-separated). Leave this entry blank unless you consult with your IT
specialist.
Note: Within a large infrastructure it can be advantageous to narrow down the WLAN channels. Please
clarify with your IT specialist which channels are appropriate for your dealership.
(cont.)
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5. Click Accept.

2.7 – Identify WLAN Module
If more than one VAS 6154 connects to the Dealership WLAN, each must be assigned a different name
and ID number.
1. Choose and record a unique name and two-digit ID number.
2. Carefully peel-off the self-adhesive numbers chosen for the
ID Number and apply them to the add-on WLAN Module
as illustrated (number shown is example only):

3. Select the GENERAL main category, and then select the Identification data subcategory:
4. If the display contains the WARNING: text illustrated below, select Train now:

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