SAIC MAXUS VCI 6520 User Manual

SAIC GRADE-X
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SAIC MAXUS Diagnostic Equipment
Quick Start
Contents
1. Product Overview ...................................................................................................................... 2
2. Environment configuration ........................................................................................................ 2
3. Hardware inventory ................................................................................................................... 3
4. Software installation .................................................................................................................. 4
4.1 official address ........................................................................................................................ 4
4.2 Installing GRADE-X and CVDS+ VCI Driver+ Adobe Air Installation Package ................. 5
4.3 Test the VCI Manager connection ......................................................................................... 5
5. Active SAIC GRADE-X .............................................................................................................. 6
5. 1 Ensure that the computer and the Internet are properly connected (the network is
working properly):.......................................................................................................................... 7
5.2 Send Computer Hardware Information ................................................................................. 7
5.3 After the activation, please click the “Refresh online” button in the figure below or
restart the SAIC Grade-X software .............................................................................................. 8
5.4 After successful activation, enter the diagnostic software page, as shown below: .......... 9
5.5 Expiration date (It must be used once every 30 days in state of INTERNET available) .. 9
6. VCI driver should be selected before using SAIC GRADE-X ................................................ 9
7. Software upgrade .................................................................................................................... 10
7.1 Checking Updates ................................................................................................................ 10
7.2 install updates automatically ................................................................................................ 10
7.3 Manual update ...................................................................................................................... 11

SAIC MAXUS VCI 6520 Specifications

General

Brand	SAIC
Model	MAXUS VCI 6520
Category	Diagnostic Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Product Overview

Environment Configuration

Hardware Inventory

VCI Indicator and Interface Explanation

Details the indicators and physical interfaces of the VCI units.

Equipment Connection Diagram

Illustrates the connection setup for VCI 6520 and VCI VDI II.

Software Installation

Installing GRADE-X and CVDS+ VCI Driver+ Adobe Air

Details on installing the GRADE-X software, VCI Driver, and Adobe Air.

Test VCI Manager Connection

Procedure to verify the VCI Manager connection to the computer and vehicle.

Activate SAIC GRADE-X

Ensure Proper Network Connection

Confirms the computer and internet connection are active for activation.

Send Computer Hardware Information

Instructions to send device identification for software activation.

Refresh Online or Restart Software After Activation

Steps to re-sync after receiving activation confirmation.

VCI Driver Selection

Software Upgrade

Check for Updates and Automatic Installation

How to check for and automatically install software updates.

Manual Update Procedure

Steps for performing a manual software update.

Interface Description

VCI Set Configuration

Explains how to configure the Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI).

Select Vehicles and ECUs

Guides on choosing the vehicle model and ECUs for diagnosis.

Frequently Questions

Software Fails to Open or Shows Errors

Troubleshooting steps for software startup issues and error messages.

VCI Wireless Setup

Instructions on how to establish a wireless connection for the VCI.

Software Activation and Registration

Details the process for activating and registering the diagnostic software.

How to Reset VCI

Procedure for resetting the Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI).

Manual Update

VCI Set

Connect VCI Equipment

Steps to connect the correct VCI equipment to the system.

Install VCI Manager Software

Instructions to install VCI Manager if the VCI icon is dark.

Select Vehicles and ECUs

Choose Vehicle and ECU Manually or Automatically

Guide to selecting vehicles and ECUs for diagnostic testing.

Select System for Testing

Procedure to select systems for testing and enter the test interface.

ECU Data Stream Monitoring

ECU Function Test

ECU Function Configuration

ECU Special Function Configuration

ECU Writing Brush

Vehicle Diagnostic Report

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Software Fails to Open

Steps to resolve issues when the software fails to open.

VCI Wireless Setup

Guide to setting up a wireless connection for the VCI.

VCI Connection and Network Settings

Select VCI and Connect

Procedure to select the VCI and establish a connection.

Network Set for Wireless Connection

Configuring network settings for wireless VCI communication.

Software Activation and Registration

License Error Prompt

Handling the license error prompt during software activation.

Submit Activation Form to Administrator

Instructions to submit the activation form via email.

How to Reset VCI

VCI Reprogramming Error Handling

Steps to resolve VCI reprogramming errors and enter recovery mode.

Make VCI into RECOVER State

Procedure to put the VCI into a recovery state for resetting.

Connect VCI via USB for Recovery

Using USB to connect VCI for management software during recovery.

Troubleshooting System Diagnosis Issues

Grayed-out Button Indicates Missing Software

Troubleshooting when buttons are gray, indicating missing CVDS or VCI Manager.

Install Fault Package Before CVDS

Recommendation to install fault package before CVDS software.

Correct Status and VCI Connection

Verify Correct VCI Connection

Shows the VCI connected normally for diagnostic use.

ECU Flashing Error Resolution

Check Software and Firmware Versions

Verify SAIC GRADE-X and VCI firmware versions for errors.