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en SUMMARY 1 Revision of the Manual.................................................................................5 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................6 2 LEGEND OF THE SYMBOLS USED...........................................................7 3 SAFETY RULES..........................................................................................8 3.1 Glossary..............................................................................
13.3 Network Cable..............................................................................................36 13.4 USB .............................................................................................................37 14 DIAGNOSIS............................................................................................39 14.1 DoIP diagnosis..............................................................................................40 14.2 STANDARD diagnosis.............................
en NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB TECHNICAL MANUAL 1 Revision of the Manual This document is the technical manual for the product:NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB Document Review Number:05 Date of Issue:15/03/2021 5
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for choosing a TEXA product for your workshop. We are certain that you will get the greatest satisfaction from it and receive a great deal of help in your work. Please read through the instructions in this manual carefully and keep it for future reference. Reading and understanding the following manual will help you to avoid damage or personal injury caused by improper use of the product to which it refers. TEXA S.p.
en 2 LEGEND OF THE SYMBOLS USED Toxic material hazard Risk of crushing hands Explosive material hazard Floor level obstacle warning Electric shock hazard Laser beam hazard Electromagnetic field hazard Low temperature freezing Flammable material hazard General Risk Hot surface hazard Obligation to read the instructions Corrosive substance hazard Safety glasses required Risk of noise level above 80 dbA Protective gloves required Moving Parts Risk Disconnect mains electrical outlet danger p
3 SAFETY RULES The technology used for the design and manufacturing control of the NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB diagnostic tool makes it reliable, simple and safe to use. The personnel in charge of using the diagnostic tools are required to follow the general safety rules and to use the NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB device for its intended use only and to carry out the maintenance as described in this manual. All the requirements based on the following must be assessed and applied: • • • • Labour inspectorate.
en • Do not remove or damage the labels and the warnings on the tool; do not in any case make them illegible. • Do not remove or tamper with any safety devices the tool is equipped with. 3.3 Operator Safety The airbags inflate with great force. In case of explosion, a device located in the airbag's expansion area will be thrown with force causing severe damages and injuries. Safety Measures: • Do not place the tool in the airbags' expansion areas.
3.4 Tool Safety The tool was designed to be used in specific environmental conditions. Using the tool in environments with temperature and humidity values that differ from those specified may impair its efficiency. Safety measures: • • • • • Put the tool in a dry area. Do not expose or use the tool near heat sources. Put the tool where it can be properly ventilated. Do not use corrosive chemicals, solvents or harsh detergents to clean the tool.
en • Do not use external batteries to supply the tool unless explicitly requested to do so by the software. • Pay the utmost attention to battery terminals and cables when setting up the connection to the vehicle. This will avoid false contacts and/or accidentally connecting the cables to metallic parts of the vehicle being tested. • Use the supplied rubber plugs to protect the unused terminals. • Before closing the connector protective caps, make sure there are no fluids between the cap and the connector.
4 OPERATION OF THE RADIO DEVICES Wireless connection with Bluetooth and WiFi technology The wireless connectivity with Bluetooth and WiFi technology supplies a standard and reliable method to exchange information between different devices, using radio waves. Other than TEXA products, even products such as cellular phones, portable devices, computers, printers, cameras, Pocket PCs, etc. use this type of technology.
en 5 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Do not dispose of this product with other undifferentiated solid waste. For information regarding the disposal of this product please see the pamphlet supplied.
6 NORMATIVE INFORMATION Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity The manufacturer, TEXA S.p.A., declares that the type of NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB radio equipment is compliant with the following directives: • RED 2014/53/UE The complete text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet address http://www.texa.it/download.
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7 NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB is a multi-brand, multi-environment diagnostic VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) that can communicate with a large variety of vehicles such as: • • • • • • • • • vehicles motorcycles buses commercial vehicles industrial vehicles agricultural machinery outboard engines inboard engines personal watercrafts NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB allows performing operations such as: • the self-diagnosis for the reading and the clearing of the errors, the display of the en
en During these tests, the behaviour of a series of parameters preselected via software is recorded while the vehicle is driving normally. This allows recording any issues that may be difficult to replicate in the workshop. The data is analysed using a specific software once you return to the workshop.
8 DESCRIPTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. DIAGNOSIS connector PV connector Display DoIP* connector USB DEVICE* connector USB* connector PWR* connector (*) Equipped with protective cap.
en 9 TECHNICAL FEATURES Manufacturer: TEXA S.p.A. Product name: NAVIGATOR TXT MULTIHUB Main processor: • Type: iMX6 1 GHz • RAM: 512 MByte • Mass Storage: eMMC 8 GByte Coprocessor: • Type: STM32F439 168 MHz • RAM: 2 MByte SRAM, 8 MByte SDRAM • Flash: 2 MByte Power supply connector: PWR: 2.1 DC jack Power supply: 12 - 24 Vdc (from vehicle battery via OBD connector or specific wirings) Consumption: 1 A @12 V max • USB: USB 2.0 host type A max 1 A out • USB DEVICE: USB 2.
User interface: Display OLED 64x128 dot Operating temperature: 0 ÷ 50 °C Storage temperature: - 20 ÷ 60 °C Operating moisture: 10% ÷ 80% without condensation Dimensions [mm]: Weight: 600 g IP protection level: IP53 * (*) With properly closed protective caps.
en CONNECTOR PINOUT DSUB-26HD ISO 22900-1 1 Manuf. Discretionary diagnostic line 14 CAN L 2 +J1850 3 Manuf. Discretionary diagnostic line 16 Unswitched battery voltage 4 Power ground 17 Ext. Adapter ID0 5 Signal Ground 18 Ext. Adapter ID1 6 CAN H 19 SPI OUT 7 K-Line 20 SPI IN 8 Manuf. Discretionary diagnostic line 21 SPI CLK 9 Manuf. Discretionary diagnostic line 22 SPI EN 10 -J1850 15 L-Line 23 +5V OUT 11 Manuf. Discretionary diagnostic line 24 Switched battery voltage 12 Manuf.
10 DISPLAY The VCI has a display that acts as the user interface. The display is divided into areas: 1. Communication 2. Battery 3. Status 10.1 Communication This area shows the current communication mode with the display unit. Communication Display No communication mode configured.
Connector Used for Power Supply Connector Used for Voltage Reading DIAGNOSIS en Icon DIAGNOSIS PWR PWR DIAGNOSIS + PWR DIAGNOSIS The following values are displayed: • instantaneous • maximum[Max.] • tickover[Min.] In case of dual power supply, if the voltage read via the DIAGNOSIS connector drops below a given threshold, the displayed values refer to the voltage on the PWR connector. 10.3 Status This area shows the status of the VCI. Status Display The VCI is turning on.
The VCI is being powered by the vehicle battery via the DIAGNOSIS connector. The VCI is being powered via the PWR connector. The VCI is turning off. The VCI is restarting after a short interruption of the power supply. For further information see the DIAGNOSIS chapter. 10.4 Other Messages Other messages that may appear in the VCI display can be about: Progress status of the VCI firmware update procedure. VCI restart required. Error detection (example).
en 11 POWER SUPPLY The VCI does not have an internal battery and can be powered: • by the battery in the vehicle being tested, using the specific wiring; When the device is powered using a diagnostic cable connected to the DIAGNOSIS connector, the VCI displays the vehicle's battery voltage. The use of different power sources other than the ones indicated in this manual can damage the VCI. Do not power the VCI using external batteries that are not electrically connected to the vehicle you are working on.
11.1.1 OBD socket Power can be supplied to the VCI via the OBD socket of the vehicle being tested, by connecting a specific diagnostic cable to the DIAGNOSIS connector. The image is only an example: the position of the OBD socket and the type of diagnostic cable may change based on the vehicle being tested. Always refer to the documentation supplied by the vehicle manufacturer for the positioning and correct access to the OBD socket.
en 11.1.2 Battery Cable The VCI can be powered with a specific wiring to be connected to the battery in the vehicle being tested via the PWR connector. If the battery is in the rear part of the vehicle, we recommend connecting the VCI directly to the power supply points coming from the battery that are available near the area in which you are operating. Use the battery power only when specifically requested by the diagnostic software.
The VCI displays the following screen if no communication modes with the display unit have been configured. 11.1.3 Power Supply Cable The VCI can be powered by means of a power supply cable with clamps connected to specific diagnostic cables. The image is only an example: the position of the diagnostic socket and the type of diagnostic cable may change based on the vehicle being tested.
en If the battery is in the rear part of the vehicle, we recommend connecting the VCI directly to the power supply points coming from the battery that are available near the area in which you are operating. Use the battery power only when specifically requested by the software. Be careful to respect the polarities indicated on the cables when connecting to the battery terminals. Proceed as follows: 1. Connect the diagnostic cable to the DIAGNOSIS connector. 2.
11.1.4 Cigar lighter cable The VCI can be powered by the battery in the vehicle being tested using the PWR connector. The image is only an example: the position of the cigar lighter socket may change based on the vehicle being tested. Always refer to the documentation supplied by the vehicle manufacturer for the positioning and correct access to the cigar lighter socket. Make sure the cigar lighter socket is powered even when the ignition key is on OFF (instrument panel off). Proceed as follows: 1.
en 12 POWER ON/OFF In all the power source connection and disconnection operations, please refer to the safety indications in the POWER SUPPLY and DIAGNOSIS chapters in order to reduce the risk of electric shock. 12.1 Power on The VCI turns on automatically once it is connected to one of the power sources described previously. For further information see the POWER SUPPLY chapter. Proceed as follows: Power the VCI The VCI turns on.
12.2 Boot down To turn off the VCI, you must disconnect it from the power source. Proceed as follows: Disconnect the VCI from the power source. The VCI turns off. Generally, if the tool is powered via OBD connector, just turn off the vehicle by turning the ignition key to the OFF position (ignition off). For further information, please refer to the technical documentation provided by the manufacturer. Turning off the VCI during specific diagnostic operations (e.g.
en 13 COMMUNICATION The VCI communicates with the control units in the vehicle being tested via connection to the vehicle's diagnostic socket through the specific diagnostic cable indicated by the software. The VCI has various communication modes, some of which are reserved for specific types of diagnosis: • • • • WiFi Bluetooth Network cable USB The communication via RJ45 (Ethernet cable connected to the DoIP connector) is reserved for diagnostic operations via DoIP.
2. Turn on the display unit. 3. Start the diagnostic software. 4. Launch the VCI configuration function. 5. Follow on screen instructions. For further information, see the software operating manual. When turning on the VCI, the first available mode is selected (e.g.: Wi-Fi). If, during use, the mode in use is no longer available (e.g.: no signal), the connection will automatically shift to the first available mode (e.g.: Bluetooth).
en During the Wi-Fi connection configuration part, you may be required to enter the credentials to access the network to which you wish to connect the VCI. The credentials are obtained automatically if the tool is connecting to the same network as the display unit or to one of the networks configured in it. The name of the W-Fi network to connect to is displayed in the upper part of the display (ex: 1234_Wi-Fi).
13.2 Bluetooth The Bluetooth connection is the alternative to the Wi-Fi connection for wireless communication between the VCI and the display unit. The Bluetooth communication is only possible with display units with Bluetooth 2.1 or higher. To configure the communication properly you must use the serial number indicated on the data plate on the VCI. The following screen indicates that the VCI is connected to the display unit in the desired mode and is awaiting commands.
en The following screen indicates that the VCI is connected to the display unit in the desired mode and is awaiting commands. For further information, see the software operating manual. 13.4 USB The connection via USB between the tool and the display unit can only be established through the USB DEVICE connector. The USB connector is reserved to assistance operations and must only be used if specifically indicated by the Technical Assistance.
All the ongoing processes through the USB connector are immediately stopped as soon as the tool detects the cable connection to the USB DEVICE connector, which may compromise any ongoing assistance operations (e.g.: firmware update via USB drive) through the connector USB. Do not use this connection mode during assistance operations that require using the connector USB. The following screen indicates that the VCI is connected to the display unit in the desired mode and is awaiting commands.
en 14 DIAGNOSIS The protocols supported by the VCI allow it to perform various types of diagnoses. The type of diagnosis that can be carried out depends on the vehicle being tested and its compliance with specific protocols for communication with the control units. The type of diagnosis also determines the communication mode between the VCI and the display unit.
In some cases, specific adapters may be required. Using a wrong diagnostic cable or a cable not specifically designed for this tool may prevent a correct diagnosis and/or damage the tool and the vehicle. Only use the diagnostic cables indicated by the diagnostic software. Do not use third-party diagnostic cables that have not been specifically approved by the tool manufacturer. The VCI also allows carrying out diagnostic tests with the vehicle on road / vessel running.
en Proceed as follows: Start the diagnostic software. Select the vehicle you wish to work on. Select the system you wish to diagnose. Select the desired variant. Connect the VCI to the vehicle following the support information provided by the software. 6. Select the DoIP diagnosis. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The VCI displays one of the following screens, based on the selected communication mode.
14.2 STANDARD diagnosis The STANDARD diagnosis is a type of diagnosis based on the diagnostic protocols indicated in the TECHNICAL FEATURES chapter, except for protocol UDP/TCP ISO 13400 (DoIP). The following communication modes are available for this type of diagnosis: • WiFi • Bluetooth • USB For further information see the COMMUNICATION chapter. Proceed as follows: Start the diagnostic software. Select the vehicle you wish to work on. Select the system you wish to diagnose. Select the desired variant.
en For further information, see the software operating manual. 14.3 Pass-Thru The Pass-Thru standards SAE J2534 and ISO 22900 aim at guaranteeing the possibility to carry out specific operations for control unit diagnosis and reprogramming using a third-party VCI, i.e. not proprietary to the vehicle manufacturer. These operations are possible by using the VCI in combination with a specific software. The VCI and the software must comply with the requirements of the Pass-Thru standards.
Reprogramming or calibrating the control units may require you to download specific files from the vehicle manufacturer's website. A high-speed connection to the Internet is highly recommended. The vehicle manufacturer is entitled to request specific documentation to independent vehicle repairers (e.g.: Chamber of Commerce company registration showing that the company is actually registered in the register of vehicle repairers) so that they can carry out reprogramming operations on security systems (e.g.
en TEXA S.p.A. is not, under any circumstance, liable for repair and maintenance work carried out on vehicles using the Technical Information and/or Services offered by the specific websites of each manufacturer. In this respect, the use of Pass-Thru mode is subject to the acceptance of specific Liability regulations defined by each vehicle manufacturer. 14.4 Dynamic Tests The REC mode of the VCI allows checking the vehicle's behaviour during its normal use.
I.INSTALLATION 1. Turn off the vehicle (instrument panel off). 2. Locate the OBD connector. 3. Carefully remove any panels protecting the OBD connector. For further information, please refer to the documentation provided by the vehicle manufacturer. 4. Connect the diagnostic cable to the DIAGNOSIS connector on the VCI. 5. Connect the diagnostic cable to the vehicle's OBD connector. 6. Make sure the diagnostic cable is secured to the OBD connector in order to avoid any accidental disconnection during use.
en Improperly fastening the VCI and diagnostic cable may cause the VCI itself or the diagnostic cable to fall, which may be a hindrance to vehicle driving and to the proper operation of safety devices. Secure the VCI and the diagnostic cable so as to minimise their risk of falling. II.CONFIGURATION 9. Turn on the vehicle (instrument panel on). 10. Start the diagnostic software. 11. Connect the VCI to the display unit via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or USB.
The software provides the sequence of operations required to complete the procedure in order to configure the VCI. The VCI displays the following screen during the configuration phase. 17. Follow the information that appear on screen. 18. Close the diagnostic software. 19. If connected via USB, disconnect the VCI from the display unit. The VCI displays the following screen. The VCI starts recording only after the diagnostic software has been closed or after being turned off and back on.
en The analysis of the collected data is performed by the specific software. In order to analyse the results of the dynamic tests, you must connect the VCI to the display unit and download the recorded data. The software allows you to view specific reports for the data stored. 20. Keep the VCI connected to the OBD socket. 21. Connect the VCI to the display unit via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or USB. (If previously configured, the wireless connection is automatic) 22. Start the diagnostic software.
15 FIRMWARE UPDATE The firmware in the VCI is updated through a specific software function and requires the connection to the display unit. Connection to the display unit may be established via: • WiFi • USB The available connection modes depend on the display unit used; however, the Bluetooth connection cannot be used to update the firmware.
en 16 MAINTENANCE This product does not require special maintenance.
17 TROUBLESHOOTING For any technical problem contact your retailer/distributor. Below you will find a list of simple instructions that the customer can carry out without having to ask for technical assistance. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The diagnostic cable is not properly connected. Connect the cable properly. The diagnostic cable is damaged. Replace the cable. The DIAGNOSIS connector is damaged. Contact Technical Assistance.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE The display unit is off. en POSSIBLE SOLUTION Turn on the display unit. The communication configuration Perform the communication procedure has not been carried configuration procedure. out. The VCI and the display unit are Move the VCI and the display outside the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth unit closer. signal range. The VCI was placed shielding materials. near Place the VCI away from shielding materials. Move away from possible sources of interference.
PROBLEM The VCI does not communicate with the display unit. POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION The type of Wi-Fi network you wish to connect the VCI to is not among the supported ones. Connect to a type of network among the supported ones. For further information see the COMMUNICATION chapter. The workshop's router is set to 5 Set the router to 2.4 GHz. GHz. It is impossible to complete the The display unit Bluetooth pairing uses a Bluetooth Use a display unit with Bluetooth 2.1 or higher.
en 18 LEGAL NOTICES TEXA S.p.A. Via 1 Maggio, 9 - 31050 Monastier di Treviso - ITALY Tax Code - Company Register of Treviso ID No. - VAT No.: 02413550266 Single-shareholder company subject to the direction and coordination activities of Opera Holding S.r.l. Paid-up share capital 1,000,000 € - R.E.A. (Economic Administrative Index) No. 208102 Legal Representative Bruno Vianello Phone +39 0422.791.311 Fax +39 0422.791.300 www.texa.
