Configure VOCOM Tough in Android mode

VOCOM devices can be configured to connect and pair to an Android device instead of a PC. In this case, the diagnostic application, such as Workshop Toolbox or Diagnostic Toolbox, is running on the Android device.

The VOCOM Tough device is connected to the vehicle/equipment’s OBD port/Diagnostic connector. The connection between the VOCOM Mini and the Android device is wireless.

Note: Tech Tool is not available in Android.

  1. Diagnostic connector
  2. VOCOM Tough
  3. VOCOM’s Wi-Fi network
  4. Android device
  5. Internet access
  6. Router/Cellular network
  7. Internet/Central System

How to configure

Android mode allows your VOCOM Tough to connect to an Android device while the Android device remains connected to the internet through its mobile network.

Step 1: Set VOCOM Tough to Android mode

Note: Android mode is available on VOCOM Tough devices with firmware version 4.08 or later.

  1. Open VOCOM Configurator. Select the VOCOM device > Configuration tab > Access Point tab.
  2. Click on the "Wi-Fi Direct" check box to enable Wi-Fi Direct/Android mode in the VOCOM device.
  3. Click on Save and then restart for the changes to take effect.

After the VOCOM Tough has restarted, it is now in Android mode.

Step 2: Connect from the Android device

  1. Open the Diagnostic Suite app on your Android device.
  2. Select the desired tool in the app.

VOCOM devices in Android mode will appear in the list as Unpaired.

Step 3: Send a pairing invitation

Select the required VOCOM Tough from the list. This sends a pairing invitation to the device, and the status changes to Initiated. The Android device is now waiting for confirmation from the VOCOM.

Step 4: Confirm pairing on the VOCOM

Press the device button once. The status in the Android app changes to Available.

Step 5: Connect to the vehicle

Select the VOCOM device with status Available. The status changes to "Busy" while it connects to the vehicle.