Getting Started
We get many questions from people interested in ADAS calibrations such as:
- "What diagnostic tablet should I get?"
- "What calibration frame package would be best for me?"
- "What's the difference between a static and dynamic calibration?"
One of the biggest roadblocks to ADAS calibrations is accessing the right equipment for the diverse needs of different shops. The types of calibrations and targets required for a collision shop will be different from an autoglass specialist, which will be different than a shop that specializes in select OEMs.
Let ADAS Depot take away all the guess work and help guide you towards the best calibration package for your needs. Let's break down the essential equipment you need into four main categories:
Diagnostic Tablets
The tablet is the brains of your calibration business. The software on this machine is what gives you access to deep diagnostic and calibration capabilities. The software will have the procedures loaded and ready to guide you through calibrations step-by-step. They generate the pre/post scan reports that will document modules and systems that need to be addressed and then display which modules were resolves or repaired, including ADAS calibrations.
Key considerations for choosing a tablet:
1. What is your budget?
2. What type of frame and targets will you be using?
3. Do you need to program / flash modules?
4. What other procedures do you need to do? (eg. wheel alignment)
Calibration Frame
Your calibration frame is the essential equipment that helps place your targets in the right space and orientation. The frame you choose will determine your workflow, accuracy, and location.
Key considerations for choosing a frame:
1. What is your budget?
2. Do you need to be mobile?
3. How many calibrations do you need to do per day/week/month?
Calibration Targets and Plates
The targets and plates are the components which interact with the ADAS modules such as cameras and radars. They provide feedback to the modules to tell them whether they are functioning and aimed properly.
Key considerations for choosing targets:
1. What makes/models do you typically work on?
2. What kinds of ADAS modules do you want to calibrate?
FAQs
We're just scratching the surface here so if you want to learn more, check out our FAQ section
Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions about ADAS calibrations or if you need help choosing equipment!
Call us at (925) 566-8545
Email us at sales@adasdepot.com
One of the biggest roadblocks to ADAS calibrations is accessing the right equipment for the diverse needs of different shops. The types of calibrations done for a collision shop will be different from an autoglass specialist, which will be different than a shop that specializes in Japanese or European makes.
Diving into ADAS Calibrations is an exciting new way to generate revenue for any automotive shop. With the fast growing trends of self driving and automated safety systems, the need for calibrations will only grow over the next decade.
Let ADAS Depot take away all the guess work and help guide you towards the best calibration package for your needs. Let's break down the essential equipment you need into four main categories:
Tablet
The tablet is the brains of your calibration business. The software on this machine is what gives you access to Autel’s deep diagnostic and calibration capabilities.
Key considerations for picking a tablet:
1. What calibration frame will you use?
2. What level of detail do you require in your diagnostics?
3. Are you performing wheel alignment / verification?
4. Budget/cost
Frame
The frame dictates your workflow - how quickly and accurately do you want to be able to run your calibrations?
Key considerations for picking a frame:
1. Will you calibrate at a fixed location or will you be moving from shop to shop?
2. How many customers do you aim to service in a day?
3. Budget/cost
Targets
The targets will determine what makes and models you’re able to handle.
Key considerations for picking targets:
1. Do you specialize in certain makes/models?
2. Who are your customers and what are their needs?
Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI)
This box wirelessly connects to your vehicle's OBDII port and is what allows the tablet to speak to the vehicle, as well as perform fault scans and calibrations.
Key considerations for picking VCI or VCMI:
1. Will you benefit from a 4-Channel Oscilloscope, Digital Volt Ohm Meter, Waveform Generator, or CAN bus tester?
If you have any questions or need help choosing equipment,
give us a call at (925) 566-8545, or email us at sales@adasdepot.com