The HEX-NET WiFi/USB Interface allows you to use VCDS on a tablet or other smart devices. This versatile tool transforms your Windows PC into a comprehensive diagnostic system for Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, and Skoda vehicles, covering models from 1995 to the present*. But it’s the wireless capability and VCDS-Mobile software that truly unlock the power of VCDS on a tablet, providing factory-level diagnostics on the go. This article explores how the HEX-NET interface enables Vcds On Tablets and other mobile devices.
Using VCDS on a Tablet with HEX-NET
The HEX-NET interface connects to your vehicle via a wired connection and then communicates with your chosen device, be it a Windows PC or a tablet, through WiFi or a USB connection. This flexibility is a key advantage, enabling diagnostics in various environments. While a Windows PC is required for initial setup and software updates, the actual diagnostic process can be performed wirelessly using VCDS-Mobile on your tablet.
VCDS-Mobile, currently in Beta, is embedded within the HEX-NET interface at no extra cost. This software empowers users to perform many of the same diagnostic functions available in the full VCDS software on a Windows PC, directly on their tablets or smartphones. This offers a portable and convenient solution for diagnosing VAG vehicles.
Device Compatibility and Features for VCDS on Tablet
The HEX-NET interface boasts broad compatibility, supporting a wide range of devices for running VCDS-Mobile:
- Apple iPad, iPhone
- Most Android phones and tablets
- Blackberry Z10, Q10
- Microsoft Surface and Windows Phone
- Kindle Fire
Key features of the HEX-NET interface enabling VCDS on a tablet include:
- Direct CAN Connection: Supports direct connection to 1996 to current model year VAG vehicles, including those requiring UDS/ODX protocol.
- Built-in Activation: Functions as a dongle, activating both the full VCDS software and VCDS-Mobile without requiring separate activation codes.
- Comprehensive Functionality: Offers a wide range of diagnostic functions comparable to factory tools. See the full Function Chart for details.
- Detachable USB Cable: Includes a 2-meter USB cable for wired connections.
Important Considerations for Using VCDS on a Tablet
The HEX-NET interface is VIN-limited, meaning it can only be used on up to 10 different vehicles. More details on this limitation can be found in the VIN Limited Interface FAQ.
While telephone support is not included for vehicle diagnosis with this product, comprehensive support for WiFi configuration and VCDS-Mobile is available through the Ross-Tech Support Forum in English.
Getting Started with VCDS on Your Tablet
To get started with VCDS on your tablet, you’ll need to download the necessary software and documentation from the Ross-Tech website. No physical software or documentation is shipped with the HEX-NET interface. Be sure to review the HEX-NET FAQ and the VCDS-Mobile FAQ before purchasing to understand the product’s capabilities and limitations.
For existing Ross-Tech customers, a discounted upgrade program might be available. See the Upgrades program for more information. The HEX-NET interface empowers you to utilize the power of VCDS on a tablet, offering a portable and convenient diagnostic solution for your VAG vehicle.
*Does not include Routan.
