Diagnostic Software for European Automobiles

HEX-COM
 Intelligent Dual-K  VAG/ISO <-> RS-232 Interface

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• Intelligent, with on-board microprocessor.
• Acts as a "dongle".   Software "activation" not required!   When used with this interface, VAG-COM is always fully-functional on any PC that meets our requirements.
• Measures and uses the exact baud rate which a control module wants. Establishes sessions to individual control modules much more quickly than a "dumb" interface.
• Protocol timing indistinguishable from a real VAG/VAS tool.  Works reliably even with "difficult" control modules such as the 1991-1994 1Z Audi TDIs and the 1993-1994 Audi 2.6L with Hella ECU.
• Built-In VAG-Saver functionality -- instantly alerts the user if either the K/K1 line or the L/K2 line is shorted to Ground or Vbatt.
• Full support for dual-K lines found in "new" (B6/8E chassis Audi A4 and 2002+ Audi A6 -- no VAS-6017 required -- no manual switches!
• Fully backwards compatible with older cars using a single K-line or
  K plus L.
• OBD-II connector made to our own specifications.  Fits even in the "tight" cars like '96 Audi A4's, '96/'97 Audi A6's and all  European B5 Passats and B5 Audi A4's. 
• Powers up in TWIN-COM emulation mode -- ensuring compatibility with other software which expects a "dumb" interface. 
• Bi-Color (red/green) status/activity LED
• 12 month guarantee against defects.

This adapter comes with an OBD-II type connector which plugs right in to most 1994 and newer VW's and 1996 and newer Audis.   Most 1990-1995 Audis and 1990-1993 VW's have the "2x2" data link connector, click here for more info.

Extending this Interface:

• The cable on this adapter is about 6 feet long -- just right for most laptops.   If you want to use this interface with a desktop PC, you will need a standard serial (DB9M to DB9F) extension cord.   We usually stock extensions in 15' (3m), 25' (7.5m) and 50' (15m) lengths.   See the order form for pricing.

Resale:

• The HEX-COM acts as a "dongle" for VAG-COM, so the software should be fully functional on any PC you use with the HEX-COM.  However, product support is provided only to the original purchaser.  If you buy a second-hand HEX-COM from someone and want support, you'll still need to pay $99 to register.

Upgrade Offer: 

• Out of production -- no longer available.

Software:

• The HEX-COM should be used with Release 303.1 or newer software.

Known Problems:

• On on a few old, slow PC's, Beta 212.2 of VAG-COM, doesn't recognize the Activation in the HEX-COM.   This problem is fixed in  Release 303.1 of VAG-COM. 

Note:

• We do not sell any interface adapters  as a "Stand-Alone" products.   We only sell them with our  software.

How to order:

• Out of production -- no longer available.