Quick Start Guide:
Honda Antares Capsule Registration & Configuration
Prerequisites
Prior to registering and configuring the Honda Antares Capsule (HAC), ensure that the prerequisites listed below are met- HAC Kit
- i-HDS Laptop
- Available Wi-Fi network name (SSID)
- Onsite IT personnel if Wi-Fi network security configuration is required.
- Stable Internet connection
HAC Registration Process
Registration of the HAC is required for Wi-Fi connections and advanced functionalities. The procedure to register Honda Antares capsule is as follows:- Connect the Honda Antares Capsule (HAC) via USB cable to the i-HDS laptop.
- Launch the HAC Device Manager application from Windows desktop.
- From the HAC Device Manager, select the HAC unit that is connected via USB.
- Click Login to begin the registration process.
This will attempt to register the HAC to you for advanced functionalities.
- Select the appropriate account to log in.
- Fill in with your correct user credentials.
- Click Login. Once registered, the HAC will appear on the HAC Device Manager allowing you to select it.
Wi-Fi Network Setup for the HAC
The procedure for setting up the HAC to use a Wi-Fi network connection is as follows:- Select the HAC from the HAC Device Manager.
- After connecting to the HAC, select the settings icon to configure the Wi-Fi on the HAC.
- Select the Wi-Fi Config tab from the Configuration Page,
- Under Wi-Fi Config, search for the desired Wi-Fi Network and click Connect.
Note: Generally, the HAC and i-HDS laptop must be on the same Wi-Fi network SSID name to communication with each other. Speak to your IT personnel if a more complex Wi-Fi network is in use.
- Enter Wi-Fi network password if required.
- Once the HAC is successfully connected to Wi-Fi, a pop-up message will appear on your screen confirming the connection. Click ‘OK’ to proceed.
- In case of hidden network, if you can’t see your Network name on the Network List then you can set up Wi-Fi using the ‘Add Network Manually’.
- Put your Network Name in the SSID box, choose appropriate Security Type (If you have Open network select None), If required enter the network password and then click on connect.
Updating HAC
The procedure for updating HAC is as follows:- Connect to the HAC and then select the settings icon appearing on the device manager.
- Click About Capsule tab from the Configuration Page.
a. HAC’s current version info display and ability to reboot device will show.
The Update button will display if any update is available. In case no update is available, a check mark will be shown.
Using HAC with i-HDS
- USB Mode: Using HAC with i-HDS via USB by connecting the HAC to the PC via the USB cable.
Note: No other application required to use HAC with i-HDS on USB mode. You just need to select ‘Honda Antares Capsule (HAC)’ from the Honda Launch Pad.
- Wireless Mode
- Launch HAC Device Manager and connect the HAC to car.
- The HAC that is connected to Wi-Fi will show up under Wi-Fi Capsules on the HAC Device
manager.
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- Click on the ‘Connect’ button to connect with the HAC. As soon as HAC is connected, HAC Device Manager will go to Tray, and you can see the ‘Capsule Connected’ message.
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- Now you can use the HAC wirelessly with i-HDS.
HAC Self-Test
To initialize the Self-Test:
- Connect to the HAC
- Select thebutton which is on the right side of the HAC Serial No.
Note: Self-Test shows the statuses of the Internet Connection, API Connection, and USB Connection of HAC. It also displays the HAC Serial Number, MAC Address, App Version, OS Version, and Dealer Number. The overall Result must be to use HAC efficiently.
HAC Color Selection
To select the Color for HAC, follow the Procedure below:- Connect to the HAC.
- Click on the Color bar below the HAC Serial No.
- You will see the Color selection pop-up as below, Click on the drop-down arrow.
- The color selection page will appear. You can select the color you want to set for your HAC Serial No. and then click on ‘Ok’.
- The selected color is now set for your HAC Serial No.
Language Selection
Now you can choose the preferred language from English, French, and Spanish for the HAC Device Manager using the drop-down menu,Honda Diagnostic Cloud (HDC) Quick Start Guide
The Honda Diagnostic Cloud (HDC), developed with the Honda Antares Capsule (HAC) in mind, revamps vehicle diagnostics by leveraging smart capabilities and seamless connectivity between the cloud and the VCI. With the latest software update, simply connecting the HAC to the vehicle initiates a DTC Autoscan while simultaneously establishing a Wi-Fi connection. This connection enables the rapid transmission of VIN and DTC information into the Integrated Service Portal (ISP). HDC keeps detailed records of all DTC scan and clear sessions for 14 days, linked to the VIN, providing a comprehensive diagnostic history to improve traceability. Also, the HAC Device Manager app facilitates wireless connection to HDS using the capsule, providing the cable-free experience technicians have been wanting, delivering greater flexibility and convenience. By utilizing the HAC with HDC, users can enhance their diagnostic capabilities, streamline their service processes, and provide a higher level of service to their customers.
Prerequisite: Before utilizing HDC with your HAC, ensure the HAC is set up using a wireless connection.
Note: For Wireless setup instructions, please refer to the HAC Quick Start Guide, iN > Service > Service Information > Search > HAC or at https://honda.antarescapsule.com
Accessing HDC via ISP
- Select one of the entry points to access SP (Figures 1-3).
- Within ISP, click the HDC button (Figure 4).
- Upon launching HDC, you will be directed to the home page.
Accessing HDC Directly From https://hondadiagnostics.com
- Select the appropriate authentication portal to log in
- It will redirect you to the respective login portal. Login with your correct user credentials.
- The home page will display all connected HACs.
- Once HAC is connected to the vehicle it will detect the VIN. Now you can select HAC to perform a scan and clear DTCs and view the scan history. You can also Toggle VCI Mode from ‘Diagnostic Mode’ to ‘Campaign Mode’.
- By selecting the History button, you can access the VIN history page to view scans and clears for any specific VIN over the past 14 days. This feature is available to authorized users, regardless of the capsule used or where the scans were performed.
- By selecting the Report icon, you will be directed to the All DTC Health Check page, where you can view and print the scan reports.
- You can also download the AHCi and OBS files by clicking the icons.
- At any time you can return to ISP by clicking the Go to ISP button located in the top right corner, or log out by selecting the arrow icon.
Toggle VCI Mode and Launch HPFP App
- To Toggle VCI Mode click on the ‘Toggle VCI Mode’ button and then click on the ‘OK’
- Now you can see the warning message, read it carefully and HAC will disappear from the background. And you have to wait until it appears again.
- When HAC reappears you can see it toggled to ‘Campaign Mode’ and you can also see the button for the ‘HPFP App’.
- Click on the ‘Launch HPFP App’ button to launch the HPFP App. You can see the page as below, read the instructions carefully, and then click on the ‘Start New Pretest’.
- It will detect the HAC Serial No, VIN, and Vehicle Model Year. Confirm it and click on ‘Next ‘.
- Make sure all the conditions are met. To check conditions for the A/c, Heater, and Blower click on the ‘Click To Confirm’ buttons. When all the conditions are met you can see the , and then you click ‘Next’ to proceed.
- Follow the instructions from the below page. Now you can ‘Close’ this pretest session and leave the Vehicle idle for the mentioned Hours.
- Follow this procedure for the other Vehicles also.
- You can Resume, Finish or Confirm Pretest by clicking the ‘Resume/Finish/Confirm Pretest’ button.
- You can confirm the status from the below page.
Best Practices for using HAC
- If your network is authenticated via RADIUS, please grab HAC’s MAC address from the HAC Device Manager to bypass RADIUS. Note: Performing a Self-Test on the Device Manager will show MAC Address for HAC.
- HAC must be connected to the same VLAN as the corresponding PC.
- PC must allow node.exe through firewall.
- HAC Device Manager application must be allowed for technicians to use and not require admin credentials.
The list of URLs that need to be whitelisted
- hondadiagnostics.com
- api.hondadiagnostics.com
- device.hondadiagnostics.com
- api.cloudhds.com
- device.cloudhds.com
- hpfp.hondadiagnostics.com
- hpfpdevice.hondadiagnostics.com
Wi-Fi Network Setup for the HAC
The procedure for setting up the HAC to use a Wi-Fi network connection is as follows:
- Select the HAC from the HAC Device Manager.
- After connecting to the HAC, select the settings icon to configure the Wi-Fi on the HAC.
- Select the Wi-Fi Config tab from the Configuration Page.
- Under Wi-Fi Config, search for the desired Wi-Fi Network and click Connect.
Note: Generally, the HAC and i-HDS laptop must be on the same Wi-Fi network to communicate with each other. Speak to your IT person if a more complex Wi-Fi network is in use.
- Enter Wi-Fi network password if required.
- Once the HAC is successfully connected to Wi-Fi, a pop-up message will appear on your screen confirming the connection. Click ‘OK’ to proceed.
- In case of hidden network, if you can’t see your Network name on the Network List then you can set up Wi-Fi using the ‘Add Network Manually’.
- Put your Network Name in the SSID box, choose appropriate Security Type (If you have Open network select None), If required enter the network password and then click on connect.
(To confirm HAC Wi-Fi setup, select the HAC and you will see the current connected Wi-Fi network name and IP Address as shown in the below screenshot)
Note: If HAC is connected via USB, HAC Device Manager will show the HAC showing up under USB Capsule. Once HAC is connected to a car wirelessly, HAC will appear under Wi-Fi Capsules.
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Honda Antares Capsule Troubleshooting
Step 1: When connected to the PC, If the LED doesn't light:
- Replace the USB Cable
- Try another USB port or check with another Laptop
- Confirm Green LED operation
- Connect to i-HDS using the new USB Cable
Step 2: HAC Self-Test:
- Connect to the HAC
- Select the button which is on the right side of the HAC Serial No
Note: Self-Test shows the statuses of the Internet Connection, API Connection, and USB Connection of HAC. It also displays the HAC Serial Number, MAC Address, App Version, OS Version, and Dealer Number. The overall Result must be to use HAC efficiently
- If you encounter an error on the status of the USB Connection, follow Troubleshooting Step
- If you are getting same error on the status of the Internet Connection, follow Troubleshooting Step 3.
Step 3: No Wi-Fi connection:
- Confirm a valid Wi-Fi network is in range of the HAC.
- Select ‘Wi-Fi’ from the PC network to confirm available Wi-Fi signals are in range.
- Make sure the signal strength is good because if there is a poor signal that might be an issue.
- To confirm whether HAC is connected to the Wi-Fi Network, connect it to USB, select the HAC, click on the settings icon and under the Wi-Fi Config tab you will see the current connected Wi-Fi network name and IP Address as shown in the below screenshot
- Make sure the HAC and PC must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- Try to connect with a Mobile hotspot or any other network to verify. If HAC connects through it that means something not allowing HAC to connect with the network, you are trying to connect. Then make sure URLs and Ports provided on the IT Best Practices tab are allowed through your Wi-Fi network.
Step 4: Confirm All the Versions are Up to Date:
The Update button will display if any update is available. In case no update is available, a check mark will be shown
Step 5: Campaign Mode Troubleshooting:
If you suspect a defective Honda Antares Capsule (HAC):
- Confirm the HAC is still under warranty. HACs are warrantied for 1 year from the date of purchase.
- Call the American Honda Motor Interactive Network Support Center (AHM iNSC) at 833-949-4672 to request a warranty return authorization.
- During this call, the AHM iNSC will assist you with troubleshooting the device (and possibly correcting the issue) before issuing the warranty return authorization.
For Support
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Phone:
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