Texa has developed an advanced diagnostics vehicle communication interface that adapts to any vehicle connection in the shop or in the field with greater speed and reliability in order to confirm needed service faster.

The TXT Multihub diagnostic tool is capable of scanning passenger cars, heavy-duty vehicles, motorcycles, ATVs/UTVs, boats, agricultural and construction vehicles by operating with all of the Texa IDC5 licenses, to provide a versatile multi-brand modular diagnostic environment.

The TXT Multihub features:

• Smarter connectivity through a built-in backlit display to visually confirm connection status, functioning modes and the vehicle system battery voltage. The tool displays more than 40 messages during diagnostic operations.

• A Linux Operating System that allows the tool to automatically switch channels based on the vehicle connection and type of diagnosis. This stand-alone system provides greater usability and software security, the opportunity to update the software, and seamlessly adapt to new future features.

• Certified durability to ensure rigid use will not hold back technicians from completing repairs. Equipped with a reinforced body and anti-shock rubber corners, the MIL810G transit drop testing and IP53 category 2 weather and elements protection testing.

Connectivity

The Texa IDC5 software communicates with the TXT Multihub unit through a Wi-Fi module for the diagnostic operations that use RP1210 (HD pass-thru protocol), standard CAN, CanFD and DoIP protocols; a network cable (Ethernet) reserved for DoIP operations (ISO 13400); a Bluetooth module for conventional diagnoses; a USB socket for all types of diagnosis, including the Pass-Thru (SAE J2534-1 and SAE J2534-2).

Connecting to the unit in Station Configuration mode, by using a Wi-Fi network or smartphone network, guarantees greater coverage and a quicker exchange of data between the TEXA IDC5 software. When using the Hotspot Configuration, a “point-to-point” wireless connection can be created between the TXT Multihub and the TEXA IDC5 software.

“This is a very useful option when a fast Wi-Fi connection speed is not available,” company officials said.

DoIP Technology

TXT Multihub allows technicians to perform diagnosis on vehicles equipped with DoIP Technology (Diagnostic over Internet Protocol), even in Wi-Fi.

Developed to manage the massive presence of electronics in vehicles and the considerable amount of processed diagnostic data, this standard requires using a connection based on the IP protocol. Pass-Thru, direct access to the manufacturers’ data TXT Multihub, is ready to operate in any configuration, even switching from a standard diagnosis to Pass-Thru automatically.

It is compliant with the SAE J2534-1 and SAE J2534-2 regulations, therefore it can connect to a vehicle and provide direct access to the diagnostic and maintenance data made available by vehicle manufacturers.