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A Diagnostic Conundrum Multi-AID recent updates and then downloads any that are One of the most challenging and time consuming With its focus on UK manufactured buses and ready for installation when next connected to the problems for workshops and service technicians coaches from ADL, , and , Multi-AID appropriate vehicle. Once complete, this will allow maintaining multi-make fleets is the ever growing offers extensive access to the Multi-BUS Multiplex the operators to confirm their fleet is running on diversity of electrical equipment on bus and electrical system to identify stored faults, view the latest software at the click of a button during , in addition to the numerous OE imports, and control I/O status, adjust parameters, and the routine service schedule. and body and chassis combinations. All of which download, configure and view network layouts. The next phase for Multi-MUX will then see the impacts the efficacy of continuing vehicle repairs In addition, optional remote access is available development of the J1939 Scan-Tool, which will and maintenance, and the diagnosis of faults. for ACTIA’s Multi-BUS system through its allow new access to real-time sensor data and In response to this, over the past 20 years ACTIA telematics platform. As if connected by cable, bus diagnostic trouble codes. has been at the forefront of designing integrated operators can monitor the electrical status of their The Multi-MUX diagnostic tool supports a system solutions that optimise vehicle hardware, vehicles, and even fix problems from their offices. significant range of vehicles and systems, thereby reducing the need for bolt-on systems, including Optare and ADL Euro 6 vehicles running controllers, and ECU interfaces. By combining the Acti-MUX system, Cummins Engines via off-board tools and services through a series of Cummins Insight, Alison Transmissions via Alison comprehensive diagnostic tools and systems, DOC, and Voith Transmissions via Voith Diag. workshops are empowered to improve capabilities Using a single communications interface and a and reduce all-important vehicle downtime. suitable laptop or tablet PC, Multi-MUX links with the vehicle’s major systems and again removes Comprehensive Solutions the need for several ECU interfaces. Having developed the first electronic diagnostics And if your ADL Enviro 200, 400 or 500 has the in the 1980s, ACTIA’s diagnostic tools support VDO Kibes system, you can also utilise an ADL numerous vehicle systems, such as Multi-BUS, Kibes bolt-on, which enables diagnostics of the Acti-MUX, Aladin and Kibes, and for Optare, electrical system through the Multi-MUX platform. , and Plaxton, as well as the optional support for Cummins, Allison, and Voith, Multi-DIAG thereby making them some of the most widely To complement Multi-AID/Multi-MUX, ACTIA used, and valuable, solutions on the market. designed Multi-DIAG Bus & Truck, a multi-make ACTIA’s three core diagnostic tools – Multi- solution which allows more time-efficient fault AID, Multi-MUX, and Multi-DIAG – provide Multi-MUX diagnosis of the main vehicle system for all major complete solutions to meet the many needs and Multi-MUX provides similar diagnosis functions truck, bus, coach and trailers. requirements of multi-make workshops. by integrating with the next generation Acti-MUX Quickly and efficiently review the status and By offering 2-way communication with electrical system, but new developments to performance of the injection, ABS, EBS, EDS, Vehicle Electronicsthe vehicle from& an embedded Diagnostics system Multi-MUX will include the ability to obtain gearbox, brakes, suspension, retarder, dashboard, level, technicians receive a fast diagnosis system software updates direct from the OEM via airbag system, Adblue faults, and so on. With of performance and faults, including body the internet and Cloud-based downloads. integrated technical documentation and wiring electronics, engine, transmission, brakes and When Multi-MUX is connected to the internet, a diagrams, the user is guided through diagnostic suspension, thereby providing a thorough simple click of the ‘download update’ button on operations step-by-step. maintenance and preventative solution. the interface’s home screen scans the Cloud for Key service and repair functions include read /

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Multi-MUX provides Internet updates and wireless connectivity.

erase faults, actuator testing, parameter reading, ECU configuration, calibration, and coding for injectors and electronic valves. The Multi-DIAG bus and truck kit PassThru+ adjustable programming voltage, and analogue comes complete with a Bluetooth vehicle ACTIA has also developed the PassThru+ voltage measuring. communications interface with built-in CAN XS 2G kit, which is a VCI that assists you to multiplexer, OBD diagnostic cable, pinout kit, USB communicate and reprogram a vehicle’s ECU A Helping Hand cable, and a hard-wearing carry case. ACTIA also according to the J2534 and J2534-1 specifications, ACTIA customers benefit from a technical provides three DVD updates per year to ensure and is fully compliant to J2534-1 and J2534-2 and Helpdesk providing telephone helpline support optimum levels of diagnostic functionality and EURO 5 compatible. for their extensive range of products, with remote performance, regular Multi-DIAG news, and PassThru+ is a beneficial, time efficient, and even on-site support if required. The Product technical helpdesk support. and cost effective solution when it becomes & Customer Support department also offers necessary to reprogram ECUs to regulate and training sessions for users to make sure they repair cars equipped with OBD systems. Until are getting the most from ACTIA’s products and now, the ECUs reprogramming capabilities were solutions, which again illustrates the company’s integrated within OEM’s specific diagnostic tools, determination to help empower workshops meaning a consumer had to rely on the car and technicians and thereby reduce vehicle manufacturer’s dealership. Any non-franchise downtime. n dealership would have to invest in obtaining specialist tools (one per brand) to be able to perform the ECU reprogramming, thus placing About ACTIA the freelance dealership in a non-competitive ACTIA was founded in 1986 and, position and impacting on the consumer’s with subsidiaries in 16 countries, is a freedom of dealership choice. market leading specialist in electronic Combine PassThru+ XS 2G with the car diagnostics and garage equipment manufacturer’s own software application, which for repairing and testing vehicles, and can be provided via the internet or on a CD onboard systems for buses, coaches, according to each manufacturer, and you have trucks, and other commercial vehicles. an effective communication and reprogramming solution. T: 01686 611150 Connecting by cable or wireless, PassThru+ E: [email protected] offers parallel communication with three W: www.actia.co.uk Vehicle Electronics & Diagnostics different protocols, custom pinout via multiplexer,

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