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Short description

ScanDoc Compact NEW

The latest generation ScanDoc Compact scanner (in a short package) and ScanDoc in a metal casing is supported.

Old-style ScanDoc Compact not supported. To work with it, use old version of the program.

Step by step guide

Step 1 - Installing the program on a computer or tablet

Install the software that is included on USB Flash, in accordance with the type and bitness of the operating system, or go to the website quantexlab.com/en/download.html for the latest version of the software.

ScanDoc for Android (minimum version 6) can be downloaded from the official Google Play store.

OS Android

The ScanDoc program for iOs (minimum version 10) can be downloaded from the official TestFlight app.

Testing Applications with TestFlight

Step 2 - Get the latest firmware for the adapter

Launch the new ScanDoc program on your device (computer, laptop, tablet, phone) using the shortcut on the desktop. (The operating system may ask for permission to access the Internet, allow access.)

Form for entering the scanner serial number

The first time you run the program, a form for entering serial numbers will appear, enter the serial number of your scanner without leading zeros.

If your scanner has serial number s/n: 01234, enter the number 1234.
ЕIf you have multiple scanners, enter their serial numbers separated by commas, for example: 25478, 1234..

Next, the program will automatically download firmware files from the Internet for your scanner.

Step 3 - Switching the scanner to boot mode

This is only necessary if you were working with an old program and now switch to a new program or buy a new scanner.
If you worked in a new program, then skip this step.


Boot mode (latest generation ScanDoc Compact scanner in a short package)

  • Apply power to the scanner (for example, connect it to the diagnostic connector).
  • On the underside of the scanner, you can see the recessed reset button. Press this button with any thin object, hold for 3 seconds, connect the device to the power / diagnostic socket and only then release the button.
  • The device will be switched to boot mode. (the red LED will light dimly). After a while (approximately 30 seconds), the device will communicate.

Boot mode (old ScanDoc in a metal casing)

  • Turn off the scanner
  • Apply power to the scanner (for example, connect it to the diagnostic connector).
  • While holding the "Wi-Fi" button, press the power button.
  • The device will be switched to boot mode. (the red LED will light dimly). After a while (approximately 30 seconds), the device will communicate.

If the adapter did not update for some reason, then you can exit the boot mode by turning off and then turning on the power of the device.

Step 4 - Update the software in the adapter

Connecting a ScanDoc Scanner
  1. Connect the ScanDoc Compact to the vehicle's OBDII diagnostic connector.
  2. Connect to the adapter via the Wi-Fi wireless network on your computer/smartphone using a password.
    If your scanner has serial number s/n: 01234, then the connection will be called S1234, and the password for it will be scandoc1234.
    Note: This option is configured in the Wi-Fi module of the device by default.
Storing firmware in the scanner

  1. In the program, click the Update the firmware on the device button

    The program will be stored in the scanner. The device is now ready.

    If you are not familiar with ScanDoc program yet, you can read the detailed operation manual.

    If you are not familiar with ScanDoc program yet, you can read the detailed operating instructions.

Return to the old version of the program

Return to the old version of the program


To return to the old version of the program, follow these steps:

  1. Switch the scanner to boot mode;
  2. Update the firmware in the scanner.

1. Switching the scanner to boot mode


Boot mode (latest generation ScanDoc Compact scanner in a short package)

  • Apply power to the scanner (for example, connect it to the diagnostic connector).
  • On the underside of the scanner, you can see the recessed reset button. Press this button with any thin object, hold for 3 seconds, connect the device to the power / diagnostic socket and only then release the button.
  • The device will be switched to boot mode. (the red LED will light dimly). After a while (approximately 30 seconds), the device will communicate.

Boot mode (old ScanDoc in a metal casing)

  • Turn off the scanner
  • Apply power to the scanner (for example, connect it to the diagnostic connector).
  • While holding the "Wi-Fi" button, press the power button.
  • The device will be switched to boot mode. (the red LED will light dimly). After a while (approximately 30 seconds), the device will communicate.

If the adapter did not update for some reason, then you can exit the boot mode by turning off and then turning on the power of the device.

2. Scanner firmware update

Now you need to update the firmware in the adapter.

Connect the scanner to the computer, start the ScanDoc program.

Updating the scanner firmware in an old version of the program.
  1. Open the Options tab;
  2. Make sure Wi-Fi is connected to the scanner. The communication indicator will be green;
  3. Click the Read button;
  4. The program considers the serial number of your scanner;
  5. Press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Y.
    The Update the device button will appear in the program window. Click it. The program will be written to the adapter and it will automatically restart.

The scanner is ready to work with the old program!

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