How to update Autel MaxiSys Pro software and firmware

The original MaxiSYS® Pro  diagnostic system has been designed to be the go-to tool for the professional technician who performs J-2534 reprogramming on a regular basis. Following are the firmware and software update instructions of Maxisys pro (MaxiSys Pro MS908P, MaxiSys MS908 and MaxiSys Mini MS905)provided.

Update MaxiSys Firmware

The internal programming of the MaxiSys Diagnostic System, known as the firmware, can be updated using the Update application. Firmware updates increase the MaxiSys applications’ capabilities, typically by adding new tests, new models, or enhanced applications to the database.

The display device automatically searches for available updates for all of the Maxisys components when it is connected to the internet. Any Updates that are found can be downloaded and installed on the Autel Pro scanner. This section describes installing an update to the Autel MaxiSys pro Diagnostic System firmware. A notification message displays if an update is available when the Notifications function is enabled in the Settings applications.

Sample update screen

1. Navigation and Controls

Home Button-returns to the MaxiSys Job Menu

Update All-updates all available updates

Search Bar-search specific update item by inputting the file name, for example, a vehicle make

2. Status Bar

Left Side-displays the MaxiSys device model information and serial number

Right Side-displays an update progress bar indicating the completion status

3. Main Section

Left Column-displays vehicle logos and update firmware version information; tab the About button displays a function list in PDF showing more details about the firmware.

Middle Column-displays a brief introduction about the new changes to the firmware operation or capabilities. Tap button to open an information screen to view more details, and tap the dim area around to close the window.

Right Column-according to the operation status of each firmware item, the button displays differently.

1. Tap Update to update the selected item
2. Tap Pause to suspend the updating procedure.
3. Tap Continue to go on updating the suspended update

To update the firmware

1. Power up the MaxiSys pro tablet, and ensure that it is connected to a power source and with steady internet connection
2. Tap the Update application button from the MaxiSys Job Menu; or tap the update notification message when received one. The Update application screen displays.
3. Check all available updates:

If you decide to update all the items, tap the Update All button

If you want to update some individual items, tap the Update button on the right column of the specific item.

4. Tap the Pause button to suspend the updating process. When you tape Continue to renew the update, the updating process will resume from the break point.

5. When the updating process is completed, the firmware will be installed automatically. The new version will replace the original version if thee is one.

 

VCI Manager Operations

This application allows you to pair up the MaxiSys Display Tablet with the VCI device-the Wireless Diagnostic Interface, and to check the communication status.

VCI Manager screen

1. Connection Mode- there are two connection modes available for selction. The connection state is displayed alongside.

BT Paring-when paired to a wireless device, the connection state displays as Paired; otherwise it displays as Unpaired.

Update(for VCI software only)-Update VCI software via internet through the MaxiSys tablet networking using USB connection.

2. BT Setting

The BT Setting screen displays the type and a partial serial number for all of the device available for pairing. Tap a required device to start paring. The BT status icon displayed to the left of the device name indicates the received signal strength.

BT Paring

The VCI module needs to be either connected to a vehicle or to an available power source, so that it is powered up during the synchronization procedure.

Make sure the MaxiSys Display Tablet has a charged battery or is connected to an AC/DC power supply.

To pair the VCI module with the MaxiSys system

1. Power on the MaxiSys display Tablet
2. Connect the 26-pin end of the data cable to the J2534 ECU Programming Device’s vehicle data connector
3. Connect the 16-pin end of the data cable to the vehicle data link connector (DLC)
4. Tap the VCI Manager application on the MaxiSys Job Menu of the tablet
5. Select BT from the connection mode list
6. Tap the Scan button at the top right corner. Now the device starts searching for available pairing units.
7. Depending on the VCI type you use, the device name may display as Maxi suffixed with a serial number. Select the required device for pairing.
8. When pairing is successfully done, the connection status displayed to the right of the device name is shown as Paired.
9. Wait a few seconds, and the VCI button on the system Navigation bar at the bottom of the screen shall display a green tick icon, indicating the display tablet is connected to the VCI device.
10. Tap the paired device again to unpair it.
11. Tap the Back button on the top left to return to the MaxiSys Job Menu.

NOTE:

A VCI module can be paired to only one Display Tablet each time, and once it’s been paired, the device will not be discoverable for any other unit.

Update VCI Software

Before update the VCI software, please make sure the MaxiSys tablet network connection is stable.

To update the VCI device software

1. Power on the MaxiSys display tablet
2. Connect the VCI device to MaxiSys tablet via USB
3. Tap the VCI Manager application on the MaxiSys Job Menu of the display tablet
4. Select Update from the connection mode list
5. The current version number and the latest version number of the VCI software will be displayed after a few seconds, click Update Now to update the VCI software if available

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