HOW TO ENABLE BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) FOR iOS DEVICES

This firmware update is only required if you wish to use the MECH5 VCI with iOS.

(Please note the Superscan 3/2/Solo are not compatible with iOS -

To find out how to purchase a MECH5 VCI, Click Here)

• Open MECH5 XLink for Windows (version 2.0.4.0 or newer) without VCI connected to a vehicle. The version number can be seen in the top left-hand corner.

Connect VCI to the vehicle and click "auto detect"

• Double click the settings icon to reveal the “Enable Full Bluetooth” button

• Click “Enable Full Bluetooth” button

• You will receive a message “Updating, please wait…”

• Once updated you will receive the message “Update successful.  Your MECH5 VCI can now be used with Apple iOS devices”.
• Finally, unplug your VCI and then re-connect it to the vehicle. This will restart the VCI ready for BLE connection on iOS.

• For help installing XLink for iOS click the link below:
• MECH5 GETTING STARTED GUIDE

           

• If the update is unsuccessful, please click the 'Submit Request' button below or alternatively, please email [e-mail]