Planning to buy a diagnostic scanner? The VXDIAG VCX Nano line of scanners offers some of the best options for diagnostic products. It’s safe to say each and every one of them is a top-quality tool for scanning a vehicle’s onboard systems.
A VXDIAG VCX Nano is basically a PC-to-vehicle interface. It plugs into a vehicle’s OBD2 port and then connects to a PC. The connection can either be wired (via USB cable) or wireless (via Wi-Fi).
Either way, once a connection is established the scanner will be able to run various diagnostic functions like reading DTCs, resetting systems, adaptations, programming, actuation etc.
Note that VXDIAG VCX Nanodevices rely on diagnostic applications to carry out their functions. For example, while the VXDIAG VCX Nano GDS2 and Tech2Win come with GDS2 and Tech2Win software, VXDIAG VCX Nano JLR SDD comes with SDD.
Like all other VXDIAG VCX Nano boxes, this particular unit acts as an interface between your vehicle and PC. It doesn’t use Wi-Fi or any form of wireless connection and instead connects to a vehicle’s computer using a cable. Depending on the OBD2 interface of your vehicle, this scanner will offer functions like DTC error codes, relearn, advanced reset and so much more. It comes with a program that installs on a computer. From there you can use the GDS2 and Tech2Win applications.
Compatibility
So which vehicles does this VXDIAG VCX Nanotool support? That would be GM and Opel models.
It is fully compatible with all the current and most legacy protocols. They include
- CAN
- Class2
- GM LAN
- KW2000
- UART
- SAE-J2534-1
- SAE-J2534-2
With regards to applications, first, it supports PC-based diagnostics that rely on Global Diagnostic System – both GDS and GDS2. Additionally, it works with Tech2Win, a diagnostics platform for GM vehicles.
Note, however, that this VXDIAG VCX Nano will only work with Tech2Win when its software is installed on a 32-bit PC. That goes for Windows 7 as well as Windows 10.
As far as diagnostics, you can use it with third-party diagnostic applications that scan any system in a vehicle. Whether it diagnoses the engine, ABS, SRS, transmission, instrument panels and what have you, it’s almost certain this device will work with it.
Connectivity
On one end the adapter features a port that hooks directly to the vehicle. The other end has a USB port. That’s what you use to connect the VXDIAG VCX Nano to a computer.
The connection will enable the vehicle and PC to communicate while using the adapter as an interface. You can use Windows XP or a later version. Note that in case you’re running Windows 7 or 10 the machine needs to be a 32-bit.
Functional features
By supporting vehicle protocols (CAN, Class2, GM LAN, KW2000, UART, etc.) and standards (SAE-J2534-1 and SAE-J2534-2 standards), this VXDIAG VCX Nano box makes it possible to do vehicle maintenance and generate service reports.
The GDS2 software specifically supports diagnostic functions. You can read and clear codes, freeze frame data, retrieve VIN and ECU information, manage output control functions, and retrieve the diagnostic history of a vehicle.
While the device also supports service programming system (SPS), you will need to purchase a software subscription for that.
On its part, Tech2Win offers almost all the features of GM’s Tech2. That includes PIDs, graphing, programming and reprogramming of modules.
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