12/12/2018

How to Setup VMware for VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford IDS

Here’s the step-by-step guide to setup VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford IDS software on virtual machine.

Current version: Ford IDS V110 (till December 2018)
.
Computer Requirements
Processor: Core CPU 2GHz+.
Memory: 4G Bytes or more.
Hard disk: 40G or more.
Display: Resolution 1024×768 or higher.
Network interfaces: LAN 10 / 100M or 802.11b / g.
Communication Interface: USB2.0 or USB3.0
Operating System: Windows XP SP3 / Win7 / Win8 / Win8.1.

Use IDS in VMware
You can easily use Ford IDS or Mazda IDS with VMware.

Setup
Your explorer does not support the HTML5 Video.
Please Use Chorme / Firefox / IE9+
You can watch the Video with Media Player: (DVD\VCMII_Setup_html\VCMII_setup.mp4)

1. Open DVD and install VMware-Player-6.0.6.exe
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-1
2. Installing VMware Player
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-2
3. Copy VM Files to DISK
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-3
3. Make sure the VM Files is NOT Read Only
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-4
4. Open VMware Player and Open VM.vmx
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-5
5. Configure VM Memory and CPU Performance
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-6
6. Run VM
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-7
7. Connect VXDIAG Ford Device USB to VM
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-8
8. Open VCI Manager to check device
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-9
9. Open IDS software
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-10
10. IDS Device Manager
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-11
11. Ford IDS Software Version
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-12
12. Diagnostic Vehicle Specification
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-13
13. Diagnostic PCM DTC
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-14
14. Diagnostic PCM DataLogger
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-15
15. Connect to Network for Online ReProgram
setup-vxdiag-ford-ids-on-vmware-16
Setup IDS and VXDIAG in your PC
If you need to install the IDS to the physical machine, just 2 steps:
Install IDS software.
Install VCMII-Driver-2.2.0.1505.exe from DVD.
Note: Ford IDS and Mazda IDS can not install in one PC.

12/11/2018

VXDIAG VCX NANO GM Tech2Win Review on Windows 10

Here’s customer feedback on VXDIAG VCX NANO GM Tech2WIN on Windows 10 operating system.
“ON the VCX nano, sometimes you can get Tech2win to run on win 10 (maybe if you have an AMD chip or not, but have not figure that one out yet), while on my i7 machine, Tech 2 win will not run in win 10 instead.
Tech2win is the program that works just like a Tech II, but the program running on a laptop for the MDI (clone MDI device which the VXDIAG Nano is).
GDS2 is the program for the Corvette C7, like the tech II and tech2win with midi is for the Corvette C6 instead.
On the VM GDS 2 , you don’t need an account with GM to use it, short of needing to do SPS programming, which you will need a TDS SPS subscrition instead ($40 for 2 years per car).
So the low down for most laptops,
Wants to be running in win 10 for TDS SPS programming.
Needs to be running a multi core chip in win 7 or above to run VM player for VM GDS2.
Need to be running in Win 7 native (32 or 64 bit) to run Tech2win (will not work in a VM shell).
Tis2000 needs to run in WinXP or built vmXP shell, so it can be native in XP or in a VM shell so long as you have a multicore processor.
So the way I do it, since Tech2win will not run native on my machine with a I7 processes in win 10, I have a dual boot up in win 7 and win 10 both.
Win 10 is used to run pretty much everything I run, short of Tech2win, which I use the win 7 64 boot up to run it.
So in the Win 7 dual boot up (small 40 gig partition off the drive), have tech2win to use the VXDIAG VCX Nano as a Tech II, plus VM GMSI, and Tis2000 in a VM shell since I may need them as well for the VX nano running as a tech II when running in win 7.
In win 10 boot up,
VM GDS2 V17
TDS using internet explorer native with account
Vm Tis2000 built on a full XP OS with account
VM GMSI
If you want to just run a single operating system, instead of a dual boot up machine since you can’t get Tech2win to run in win10, then you can run pretty much run everything in win 7 (32 or 64 bit), so long as you have a CPU that has multi cores. Hence you going to need to run at least VM player for the VM shells, and it take as multi core processor to run VM player (or VM workstation).
Note, I have VM workstation, instead of just VM player, since I build other VM shells to run in windows as well.
So again, it really just depends on your machine, and if you Tech2win will run correctly on it or not.
Hence the problem is when you open Tech2win, you need to get three pop up screens once Tech2win start the program.
The first screen will ask you you what country, and you select north America.
vxdiag-vcx-nano-gm-tech2win-win10-1
The second pop up will ask you if the device is a MDI 1 or MDI 2, and you select Mdi 1.
vxdiag-vcx-nano-gm-tech2win-win10-2
The third pop up screen will ask you if you want to select the USB device (the vxdiag vcx nano for gmplugged into a USB port), you select it, then it will take you to the Tech2win start screen.
vxdiag-vcx-nano-gm-tech2win-win10-3
So if you open Tech2win, and you don’t get the three pop up screens but just goes directly to tech2win main start screen below instead, then Tech2win is not going to work on your machines win 10 . Hence the problem is a glitch in midi and tech2 win interface to select the nano to begin with (what the pop up screens are), and if you can’t select the nano via the pop up screens, tech2win will not connect to the nano in the first place.
vxdiag-vcx-nano-gm-tech2win-win10-4
Again, load the Midi install from the white disc, then tech2win install, then vx midi manager driver first in win 10 (in this order from the white disc), go into open VX manager to do a quick update on the nano and register/activate it, then see if Tech2win works correctly to begin with in win 10 on your machine. Hence it if will run on your machine correctly in win 10, then you will not need win 7 instead.
If Tech2win does not run correctly in win 10 (don’t get the pop up screens), then go into uninstall and uninstall Tech2win and MIDI since you won’t need them in win 10, then set up the machine for a dual boot with win 7 next. The way I run win 7 is for just tech2win, just did a small 40g partition off my 1T SSD drive, since it’s all the win7 boot up is used for on my Win 10 machine. Hence HP tuner, efi live,Scan master and other programs I use for for cars, is set up in win 10 instead.
Also if Tech2win will not run in win 10, there is the option of just running everything in win 7, if you just want to have a multi-core laptop set up for just working on the cars just running win 7 alone.”

12/10/2018

VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM Opel Software and Function FAQs

FAQ VXDIAG VCX NANO for GM Opel GDS2 Tech2WIN diagnostic scanner.

Q:Will this program any module in a 2017 Chevrolet?
A:Yes, but you need buy original GM subscription.

Q:Can i program remote keyfob for cadillac srx 2010 with this devices?
A:Yes. shouldn’t have an issue

Q:Is there update software that includes the cadillac elr?
A:Yes

Q:does this have everything including the program for gm?
A:This device come with hardware and software GDS2 Tech2Win, but for programming you need buy subscription from http://www.acdelcotds.com/
This one works on new vehicle

Q:Will this reprogram the body control module on a GM?
A:It will, but you do have to purchase a $40 programming subscription through acdelco and use their software while being connected to internet.  It seems to cover all setting example recalibrate clutch travel and throttle response but works best windows 8

Q:can you program tpms ecu
A:Yes! This is the only one I found to work. Trust me I bought two of them the cheap one and the new and improved one.

Q:Will this product unlock a radio in Loc mode in a 2004 gmc savana? A vin relearn?
A:2004 year vehicle may not support

Q:Is this officialy licensed by gm
A:No it’s not it’s more like a clone tool but definitely works great does 99% of original tool. you can use TIS2Web and gain access to all modules in vehicle.

Q:Will this software work with 2014 Chevy Volt?
A:Yes, I used it on a 2013 volt that has electrical issues but in order to diagnose car( or in my case view individual battery cell voltages ) you must purchase a subscription from ac delco for $57 for three days of use or something like $250 for a month or about $750 for a year subscription. In order to reprogram modules you have to purchase another subscription for different software for $40 which is good for 2 years . But it only allows you to program each module in one car one time.

Q:Will this work on a 2012 gmc sierra 2500hd duramax diesel?
A:Yes, works.

Q:Does it read abs codes
A:As long as you have a GM vehicle that is 2000 or newer, yes

Q:Cadilllac xts 2013 and need a module programming. it must be done with with the tech2win or with the with the passthru software?
A:for programming, you need buy subscription

Q:Will this put abs into bleed mode?
A:IF your vehicle is a 1992 – 2013 GM product, it will complete any and all function tests the GM Tech2 will perform. This is the same Tech2 software, only on your laptop. I don’t know what specific platform or model year you’re inquiring about, however if it falls under the capabilities of a Tech2, then yes, it will.

Q:Can this learn a new keyless remote to a 2008 gm vehicle (saturn sky) without a “programming subscription” or is that for ecu only?
A:For this function, need buy subscription of GM.
Q:Can i connect to the abs module in a 1996 silverado? not sure if i can use this or if i need a tech 2 specifically
A:To be clear, Tech2Win software (that DOES run on Win10 64 bit) IS the same software that runs on the Tech 2. Not the greatest interface but it works.
I obviously don’t have a 96 Silverado but I fired up the software. My vehicles don’t have abs so I’m not totally sure, would assume it would be in body or chassis diagnostics. Would need your vin and engine, there’s ten different options.
I can’t say for certain I’m looking at the right thing but I get an error saying “Tech2win does not support FWAL/4WAL protocol. ” This is where you program a new tire size so I assume I’m looking in the right place.
Depends what you’re trying to do…any newer cheap scanner should read and clear codes. Trying to program a module is another story, haven’t tried programming yet but i do have full bidirectional control on my Saturn Ion to turn on cooling fans etc.

Q:will this work on 2016 chevrolet? more specifically, will it read airbag (SRS) codes on a 2016 chevy express 3500?
A:Yes, it works

Q:Will the software clear a “service high voltage charging system” code from a 2012 chevrolet volt?
A:Yes but only after the cause us fixed

Q:Will it run on windows 7 starter 32 bit system?
A:It will work as a j2534 for most software I’ve tried. Gm GDS works with Win7 but tech2 software only works on WinXp 32 bit.
Q:works with wifi and USB? both way?
A:The USB version can only by USB.
Wifi version can be both USB and wifi


Q:I have a 2004 s10 blazer, will the reprogram the vin in the radio and reprogram the bcm for keyless? yes i’ll buy gm subscription
A:Yes this will. You have to use the software reprogramming subscription through AC Delco TDS website.
Q:Will this work on a 1995 buick with the odb 1.5?
A:It might actually! The included tech2win software goes as old as 1991. For 95 the 2.2L, 2.3L, 3.1L, 3.4L, 3.8L and more is supported. Question is what the OBD 1.5 port looks like and are the pins the same…Way cheaper than an old snapon brick!

Q:Will this connect to and start the 4 wheel abs bleed function on a 1997 tahoe and 2005 escalade?
A:97 year tahoe not support, 2005 escalade support

Q:Can i use this to program a re-manufactured bcm for my 2004 chevy blazer?
A:yes, you need online authorization
Q:Will this do a vin relearn for a 2014 chevy traverse radio ??
A:Yes it should some things you need gm programming but to relearn you shouldent
Q:Will it work on Win 10 and does it include the Tech2Win software?
A:It include tech2win software, we recommend you use win7 computer, though have customer install it on win10 successfully
Q:Will this work on a 2003 Corvette?
A:Yes, it works.

Q:Can this be used to register new tpms sensors?
A:Yes, it can.

Q:Will this work with a 2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T?
A:Yes, it can works on a 2008 year saab with tech2win software.

Q:Will this perform regeneration on my chevy 2008 duramax diesel?
A:We used this with a 2005 Buick Lacrosse to program a new PCM. We did have to buy a subscription from GM for Tech2Win at https://www.acdelcotds.com. There are short term subscriptions available. There also may be 3rd party solutions available but we didn’t to fight the extra steps typically involved.
Q:will this do a relearn on crankshaft sensor for a chevy colorado 2004?
A:Yes, by using tech2win software

Q:Does the tech2win support active tests for different sensors and modules on gm vehicles
A:Yes, support
Q:Will this software work with 2014 Chevy Volt?
A:Yes, support this vehicle. You will need to use the GDS on 64bit computer and use VMware machine and your computer need at least 4gb. The software need you do more research on how to use it.
Q:I am running the usb gm version win7/64, it will work for a few minuites, then loose communication and the t2w app will crash? i have tried reinstall
A:TECH2WIN need install on 32bit computer. 64bit computer can not works well, please change computer OS and try again
Q:Last year saab owners were not able to get this to work (with 2003-2011 saabs). has that problem been solved? are saab owners able to use this now?
A:No, not support old saab
Q:Product description indicates compatible with Windows 7 32/64 bit, but reviews state only good with 32 bit. Please confirm 64 bit compatibility.
A: GDS2 works with the included software as a virtual machine with VMWare running in a decent hardware, no low end Pentiums or Celeron, please Core2Duos and up, Minimum 4GB Ram, etc.,  Tech2Win is working on Win 10 64bit. (HP 11 Stream). Connect Nano and manually set USB Serial port to LOWER than Com 8 and set baud to 115200. In Tech2Win Config leave as SEARCH with BLANK serial. You’ll know you’re MDI is connected correctly when you get the Select Manufacturer dialog MDI pop-up. Use only the 8 numbers from the Select Interface pop-up as your serial number leaving Com as SEARCH or what ever ELTIMA Virtual Serial Port’s Com is in Device Manager while Tech2Win is running.

Q:Will this work to reflash a 2003 gmc yukon denali ecm/pcm? also, seat control module?
A:Yes, support, but you need buy gm subscription software online.
Q:Can i read and clear codes from the driver assist module in a 2015 cadillac escalade?
A:Yes, use gds software
Q:Will the gds2 work with win 7 32 bit? or does it require 64 bit?
A:GDS can be installed on 64bit computer. You can try yourself.
Q:Will i be able to perform an abs bleed on a 2006 gmc yukon without a subscription?
A:It needs subscription

Q:Will i be able to relearn or reset my stereo system and suspension for my 2006 Corvette?
A:yes, use tech2win program
Q:Will this perform a transmission fast learn on a 2018 gmc canyon?
A: The software I was given only goes to 2017. You might try emailing obdii365.com…they have been very responsive to multiple emails with decent English.

12/05/2018

VXDIAG Ford IDS V110 and Mazda IDS V109 Free Download

Ford IDS V110 and Mazda IDS V109 has been tested and verified working with VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford/Mazda 2-in-1 scanner.


password:c3kb
vxdiag-ford-v110
Ford IDS 110 released notes:

The new Ford IDS (Integrated Diagnostic System) includes most 1996 – 2018 MY (produced 1995 – 2017) Ford and Lincoln/Mercury vehicles.
Coverage has been extended with the following additions:
FJDS Provides the same functionality and vehicle coverage as IDS for the model years below, to comply with R2R legislation.
FORD
Model additions
North America
2018                  E Series
2018                  F650/750
2018                  CMAX
2018                  Taurus
2018                  Explorer
2018                  Focus
2018                  Mustang
2018                  Fiesta
2018                  Super Duty
2018                  EcoSport
2018                  Expedition/Navigator

No pass.

No pass.
vxdiag-mazda-ids-v109-1

vxdiag-mazda-ids-v109-2
Multi-language: English,German, French, Italian, Dutch,Spanish, Swedish, Finnish, Danish,Norwegian, Portuguese(European),Portuguese(Brazil)
Compatibility:
Supports VXDIAG VCX NANO Ford, VCM 1 and VCM 2 (ORIGINAL & CLONE).

Operating system: WinXP/Win8/Win8/Win10/VMware (you are free to test)
1. Computer has at least 4GB Memory
2. Computer need produced after 2000 year, too old computer can not run the software.

VXDiag VCX Nano Function:
1. Programming & Installation of new ECUs (PCM, ABS, Instrument Cluster, Air Bag, Fuel Pumps, etc.)
2. Live Data-stream with Recording & Playback Functions for Main ECUs
3. Read & Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
4. Set, Adjust or Remove Speed Governors
5. Automatic vehicle recognition
6. New Software Re-flash for Existing ECUs
7. All Other Dealer Functions
8. Steering Angle Resets
9. Guided Fault Finding
10. Program New Keys
11. DPF Regeneration
12. Brake Bleeding
13. Injector Coding


Functions tested successfully:
Record and play back live data for ABS, PCM…tested ok
Program and Install new ECUs (PCM, ABS)…tested ok
Read and Clear DTCs…tested ok
Program New Keys for Mazda 6…tested ok
Set, adjust or remove speed governors…tested ok
DPF Regeneration…tested ok
Automatic vehicle recognition…tested ok
All other dealer functions…tested ok
Reset steering angle…tested ok
Find guided fault…tested ok
Injector Coding…tested ok