Honda Antares Capsule

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Honda Antares Capsule

Quick Start Guide:

Honda Antares Capsule Registration and 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
Note: Using the HAC with the USB cable does not require registration. However, HAC registration is strongly encouraged to take advantage of using HAC wirelessly and future cloud based advanced functionalities.

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:
  1. Connect the Honda Antares Capsule (HAC) via USB cable to the i-HDS laptop.
  2. Launch the HAC Device Manager application from Windows desktop.
HAC Device Manager
  1. From the HAC Device Manager, select the HAC unit that is connected via USB.
  2. Click Login to begin the registration process.
    This will attempt to register the HAC to you for advanced functionalities.
HAC Registration Process
(You will be prompted to sign in with your interactive network user credentials to register the HAC.)
HAC Registration Process
  1. Fill in with your correct user credentials.
  2. 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:
  1. Select HAC appearing on the HAC Device Manager.
  2. After connecting to the HAC, select the settings icon to configure the HAC.
HAC display
Tabs related to the selected HAC display.
  1. Select the Wi-Fi Config tab.
  2. Under Wi-Fi Config, search for the desired Wi-Fi 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.

WiFi Config
  1. Enter Wi-Fi network password if required:
  2. HAC Device manager will verify connection and takes you back to the home page.(To confirm HAC Wi-Fi setup, select the HAC to see the current connected Wi-Fi network name)
    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.

Updating HAC

The procedure for updating HAC is as follows:
  1. Connect to the HAC and then select the settings icon appearing on device manager.
HAC display
Tabs related to the selected HAC display.
  1. Click About Capsule tab.
    a. HAC’s current version info display and ability to reboot device will show.
Updating HAC

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

  1. 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.
  1. Wireless Mode
    1. Launch HAC Device Manager and connect the HAC to car.
    2. The HAC that is connected to Wi-Fi will show up under Wi-Fi Capules on the HAC Device manager.
    3. Connect to the HAC.
    4. Please minimize HAC Device Manager and launch i-HDS.
    5. You can now use the HAC wirelessly with i-HDS.

    Note: Closing HAC Device Manager will place the application in the windows system tray on your PC.

Using HAC with i-HDS

HAC Self-Test

To initialize the Self-Test:
  1. Connect to the HAC
  2. Select theHAC Self-Testbutton which is on the right side of the HAC Serial No.
HAC Self-Test
HAC Self-Test

Note: Self-Test shows the statuses of the Internet Connection, API Connection, and USB Connection of HSC. It also displays the Serial Number, MAC Address, Firmware

Address, and OS Version. The overall Result must be Green HAC Self-Test to use HAC efficiently.

HAC Color Selection

To select the Color for HAC, follow the Procedure below:
  1. Connect to the HAC.
  2. Click on the Color bar below the HAC Serial No.
HAC Color Selection
  1. You will see the Color selection page below.
HAC Color Selection
  1. Select the checkmark for the color you want to set for your HAC Serial No.
HAC Color Selection
  1. The selected color is now set for your HAC Serial No.
HAC Color Selection

HAC Peer to Peer Mode

To enable the Peer to Peer Mode, follow the Procedure below:
  1. First, connect the HAC to the Laptop and select the ‘Connect’ button.
  2. Now click on the middle button from the Action Menu.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. You will get a pop-up like the one below, select ‘Proceed’.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. That middle button will convert into Yellow when Peer to Peer mode is enabled.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. After enabling peer to peer mode, you can see your HAC serial number on the Wi-Fi list.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. Select that HAC serial number appearing on the Wi-Fi list and click on the ‘Connect’.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. Enter the HAC serial number as a password (For example your HAC serial number is HAC-000035 then your password is the same as HAC-000035). And click on the ‘Next’.
HAC Peer to Peer Mode
  1. Now your laptop is connected to HAC wirelessly.
Note:
  1. Now you don’t have to connect a USB cable to connect the HAC.
  2. This mode is helpful when you want to perform a road test.
  3. Peer to Peer mode is always enabled after being turned on, even if you restart the HAC. You must disable Peer to Peer by clicking the same button.

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

  1. Select one of the entry points to access SP (Figures 1-3).
  2. Within ISP, click the HDC button (Figure 4)
Figure 1 HDC
Figure 1
Figure 2 HDC
Figure 2
Figure 3 HDC
Figure 3
Figure 4 HDC
Figure 4
  1. Upon launching HDC, you will be directed to the home page.
  2. The home page will display all connected HACs.
  3. Select your HAC to connect the vehicle to HDC (Figure 5).
Figure 5
Figure 5
  1. Once you have connected your HAC, you can utilize the buttons to scan and clear DTCs, and view scan history (Figure 6).
    Note: Autoscan will be recorded in the History page shortly after the HAC is connected to the DLC.
Figure 6 HDC
Figure 6
  1. 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. (Figure 7)
Figure 7 HDC
Figure 7
  1. 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 (Figures 8-9).
Figure 8 HDC
Figure 8
Figure 9 HDC
Figure 9
  1. 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 (Figure 10).
Figure10 HDC
Figure10
The Honda Antares Capsule (HAC) features comprehensive Wi-Fi support, encompassing both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies, as well as compatibility with the 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standards.
Performing a self-test of the HAC on HAC Device Manager includes MAC Address of HAC, Firmware Address, HAC Serial Number, and connection status.

Best Practices for using HAC

  • If your network authentication relies on RADIUS, retrieve the MAC address of the Honda Antares Capsule (HAC) from the HAC Device Manager. This will facilitate bypassing the RADIUS authentication process. Note: Performing a self-test on device manager will show MAC Address for HAC.
  • HAC must be connected to the same VLAN as the corresponding PC.
  • HAC Device Manager requires node.js to function properly. Node.js must be whitelisted through firewall.
  • HAC Device Manager application must be allowed for technicians to use and not require admin credentials.

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Honda Antares Capsule Troubleshooting

When connected to the PC, if the LED doesn't light

  • Replace the USB Cable
  • Confirm Green LED operation
  • Connect to iHDS using the new USB Cable

No Wi-Fi connection

Confirm a valid Wi-Fi network is in range of the Capsule:
Select ‘Wi-Fi’ from the PC network to confirm available Wi-Fi signals are in range

No wiFi connection

Connect to USB and launch the Device Manager:
Select the ‘Settings’ gear:

Select the Settings gear

If the Wi-Fi network list appears, Wi-Fi functionality of the Capsule is confirmed

wiFi functionality of the Capsule

Confirm firmware is up to date

If any updates are available, select ‘update’

Confirm firmware is up to date
Checkmarks appear under ‘Action‘ if software is up to date
Confirm firmware is up to date Action

If you suspect a defective Honda Antares Capsule (HAC):

  1. Confirm the HAC is still under warranty. HACs are warrantied for 1 year from the date of purchase.
  2. Call the American Honda Motor Interactive Network Support Center (AHM iNSC) at 833-949-4672 to request a warranty return authorization.
  3. During this call, the AHM iNSC will assist you with troubleshooting the device (and possibly correcting the issue) before issuing the warranty return authorization.

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Phone:
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