Diagnostic Software for European Automobiles

HEX-USB
Intelligent Dual-K  <-> USB Interface

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• USB connector plugs into most modern laptops!   (USB 1.1 or 2.0)
• 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.
• 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 interface is about 6 feet long -- just right for most laptops.    The USB standards do not allow for passive extension cords!    If you really need an extension, you can try an Active USB Extension.   We  sell this one in our store. 
• If you plan to use a desktop PC, we recommend you a serial HEX-COM+CAN Interface instead. 

Resale:

• This interface acts as a "dongle" for VAG-COM, so the software should be fully functional on any PC you use with the HEX-USB.  However, product support is provided only to the original purchaser.  If you buy a second-hand HEX-USB 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-USB should be used with Release 404.0 or newer version of VAG-COM.   .

Known Issues:

• This interface performs best with Windows-XP.   It can be used with Windows 98, ME, or 2000, but performance may be somewhat degraded by using an OS other than Windows XP and compatibility with "difficult" control modules may be reduced.

Notes:

• This interface requires a special driver to be installed on your PC.  It does not emulate a COM port.   That means this interface will not work with any other software besides VAG-COM.

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

Driver Installation:

• Click here for complete driver installation instructions.

How to order:

• Out of production -- no longer available.