Matrix LED Headlight Activation Information...

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With the advent of new technology comes the unfortunate side effect of regulations that do not allow North American owners to have the full functionality of what that their car can offer. Luckily there are ways to activate items that are not generally available for the North American market and one of the most useful and advanced are the full matrix high beams that so many new Audi models come with but do not function in North America. These can now be activated along with some other lighting functions depending on your model and factory fitted equipment:

• Genuine Audi OE Software + Parameters
• Full Matrix LED High Beam Functionality
• Full Laser High Beam Functionality (if applicable)
• Blue Laser High Beam Accent Lighting (if applicable)
• Exterior Door Handle Maneuvering Lighting (if applicable)
• All Factory Systems Stay Fully Functional
• No Wiring or Physical Installation Required
• Remote Calibration Included
• VAS Interface Included
• Instructions for Software Installation Included

Website Link: Matrix LED Headlight Activation Product Information <-Click Link for More Information

Information:
A little disappointed with your matrix LED headlights only acting like standard LED headlights? This package has the tools and software coupled with a remote session to activate the full matrix LED and/or laser headlight functionality for your North American model to get the most out of your headlights. This only works with models that have factory fitted matrix LED headlights. Not sure how matrix high beams function, please take a moment to watch the video above.

Blue Laser Light Activation - For cars with laser equipped headlights get the most from those as well as the laser only blue accent lighting to set your car apart from the rest.

Maneuvering Lighting - For 2019+ A6, S6, RS6, A7, S7, RS7, A8, S8, Q7, SQ7, Q8, SQ8, RSQ8, e-tron, Q8 e-tron, SQ8 e-tron models with exterior door handle illumination these can also add maneuvering lighting which activates the door handle illumination around the vehicle in reverse for added lighting when it's dark outside.

Confirming Fitment:
If you are unsure if these product applies to your model please contact and supply your VIN so you can be informed if this applies to your vehicle: [email protected]

Ordering:
Ordering is completed through the website with the product link above. A VAS interface will be sent out for your purchase or rental depending on your selection. VAS rentals are supplied with a UPS return label (*note that VAS rentals are only available within North America). Instructions are included for setting up the remote session which can take as little as 15 minutes but can take longer for 2024 models which require additional work to activate.

In the event that a future dealership visit removes the full matrix functionality this can be re-activated at no labor cost. The VAS interface is required for re-activating after a dealership visit that removes this functionality so it can be beneficial to purchase that interface for future use. If you choose to rent the VAS interface a deposit will be held until the interface is returned within 15 days of departure to your location. Once the interface is returned the deposit will be voided.

Questions:
If you have any questions or needs other than those posted above please don't hesitate to PM or email: [email protected]

Cheers!

[cscokid]

Is there an indicator that shows when matrix lighting is ON - and if so can you share a picture of what that indicator looks like?

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Is there an indicator that shows when matrix lighting is ON - and if so can you share a picture of what that indicator looks like?

There isn't a specific icon like with the laser lighting in some models.

For full activated matrix high beams you will have your headlight switch set to Auto and then the high beam stalk is used to set the high beam icon to Auto (not your standard blue high beam icon) and then when you get up to the activation speed you will see the matrix high beams function quite obviously in most conditions.

Cheers,

[murtaza911]

The 4th image with the arrows on the road, we don't get that right? That's just marketing material?
Because I have matrix enabled on mine and I don't have the cool projection on the road like that.

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The 4th image with the arrows on the road, we don't get that right? That's just marketing material?
Because I have matrix enabled on mine and I don't have the cool projection on the road like that.

Unfortunately for the C8 models that type of highway lighting is not available. That feature is on the digital matrix headlights:

Highway Light Carpet - For e-tron (excl. GT), Q8 e-tron, SQ8 e-tron, A8 and S8 owners with digital matrix an additional 50 meter long highway carpet functionality is available that also shows the width of the vehicle in hash marks so you can stay in your lane safely.

If you ever do end up with a car that has digital matrix headlights that highway lighting feature can be enabled.

Cheers,

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Recently Frequently Asked Question:

Q. Am I being charged $300 for renting the VAS interface?

A. No, only a $300 deposit is being taken on checkout and held for the VAS interface rental. When the VAS interface is returned after your rental the $300 deposit is voided completely.

Hopefully that clears up any questions on the rental deposit.

Cheers,

[sound2kS740t]

Do you have someone here in Ontario, Canada that can do this on the spot (with appointment)

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Do you have someone here in Ontario, Canada that can do this on the spot (with appointment)

If you have a laptop and decent wifi you can do this at home with very little effort involved.

You would order, VAS interfaces are in stock and ready to ship. Then receive your VAS interface via UPS or USPS Priority (on request), install one program on your laptop, setup your remote appointment date and time. The day of the remote appointment pop the hood of the car, turn the electrics on, plug the VAS interface into the laptop and the car, sit back and let the activation be done over 20-30 minutes or so.

Cheers,

[Gecon]

Alex,
i bought the VAS a while ago looking to do this elsewhere. Can i use my own? I realize the rental is essentially free but i don't want the hassle of returning it...and i already bought the damn thing!
thanks

[Kczach]

If you have a laptop and decent wifi you can do this at home with very little effort involved.

You would order, VAS interfaces are in stock and ready to ship. Then receive your VAS interface via UPS or USPS Priority (on request), install one program on your laptop, setup your remote appointment date and time. The day of the remote appointment pop the hood of the car, turn the electrics on, plug the VAS interface into the laptop and the car, sit back and let the activation be done over 20-30 minutes or so.

Cheers,

Had mine done over the weekend. Couldn't be easier. Sam did warn me prior to all the warning light coming on while programming!!

[KJ-RS]

Do you have someone here in Ontario, Canada that can do this on the spot (with appointment)

Sam (the guy most of the peeps here used) is in the GTA. Use him, he'll do it on the spot.

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Alex,
i bought the VAS a while ago looking to do this elsewhere. Can i use my own? I realize the rental is essentially free but i don't want the hassle of returning it...and i already bought the damn thing!
thanks

You have a PM!

Had mine done over the weekend. Couldn't be easier. Sam did warn me prior to all the warning light coming on while programming!!

Yes, the car lights up like an Xmas tree during a lot of these procedures Glad that it went smoothly and you are enjoying full matrix functionality.

Thanks again!

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Audi is moving to a stricter security protocol which some of you have already run into this while trying to code simple things on your 2024 models. Due to this stricter protocol we have been preparing so that the activation service and other remote procedures are never interrupted.

We have moved away from the venerable, tried and true VAS5054A interface to the more advanced DoIP capable VAS6154A interface. These new VAS6154A interfaces will make activations faster plus after quite a bit of testing and sorting all of these interfaces that come with your order from Europrice will be fully updated to handle the newest SFD2 security protocols which are coming soon.

This means new activations and any re-activations for current customers will occur without skipping a beat when the newest security protocols are put into place, plus shorter activation times!



Website Link: Matrix LED Headlight Activation Product Information <-Click Link for More Information

If you have any questions or needs other than those posted above please don't hesitate to PM or email: [email protected]

Cheers!

[DRVN1]

So picking up my 23 RS6 this week and this looks interesting to me. In stock? How far out to set appt for it to be installed?

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So picking up my 23 RS6 this week and this looks interesting to me. In stock? How far out to set appt for it to be installed?

VAS6154A interfaces are in stock and ready to ship same or next day depending on when orders come in during the day.

Appointment scheduling is super flexible and generally can be set the same day or next when you receive your VAS interface.

Cheers,

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Since the number of models and model specific options has grown a fair amount each group will now have their own dedicated page for information regarding matrix activation. This will hopefully reduce any confusion as to what options, if any, apply to each model.



Website Link: RS6, RS7 C8 Matrix LED Headlight Activation <-Click Link for More Information

If you are not sure if this activation is available for your vehicle or what options apply to your vehicle please do PM or email your VIN: [email protected]

Cheers!

[NoGarageQueen]

Alex, I sent an email with some questions. I was reading a different thread trying to get all the answers on the process of update. Looking forward to learning more.

[andru1313]

i had this done. took about an hour due to my network. i have to say the matrix headlights are wild. takes a bit to get used to since you get a highbeam indicator but they way the headlights adjust is awesome. Worth it IMO>.

[STALKER]

100% worth it!!!

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Alex, I sent an email with some questions. I was reading a different thread trying to get all the answers on the process of update. Looking forward to learning more.

Answers over to you yesterday and you'll love these when they are activated!

Cheers,

[NoGarageQueen]

Thanks Alex. Appreciate the detailed response. The CCB installation (purchased from you) should be completed by tomorrow and as soon as we have the car, the headlights will be the next project.

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There have been questions lately about how a VIN plays a part in matrix activations (and other processes) and it appears there's some misinformation being passed around that should be corrected...



- How it Works

Above is an overview of how Audi's diagnostic network functions. When every car is finished in production a Specified vehicle configuration is saved with Audi on their Carport database. This Specified vehicle configuration contains all of the data, coding, adaptations and other information related to the car and is tied to the car by VIN.

The Actual vehicle configuration will be the current state that it is sitting in your driveway. So if any firmware, parameters, coding, adaptations or other changes have been made your Actual vehicle configuration now varies from what is saved with Audi on the Carport database.

If during a dealership visit a complete Specified versus Actual comparison is performed the diagnostic system will detect the changes that have been made throughout the car because the Actual configuration of your car varies from the Specified configuration on the Carport database. When this occurs the car will be reverted to Specified configuration.

This is when any changes to your coding, adaptations, engine tunes, activations, etc. get wiped.


- Matrix activations are supposed to be specifically tied or built to your VIN: FALSE

With matrix activations and other processes performed through a VAS interface ALL of the data being used is identical per module. e.g. Simply put if the part number of the module that is being flashed or parameterized is the same between 2, 3 or 2000 cars the exact same data is being used. There is no VIN specific data or data altered to match your VIN, just data that is proper for the module that is being worked with.


- Matrix activations can be tied to your VIN so they will never be wiped by a dealership ever: FALSE

No work of this nature can be reported by a third party to Audi's Carport servers to change the Specified configuration of your car. There is a specific process that requires an SVM code that comes with Audi supplied retrofits, repairs, recalls, updates and changes that will report back to Audi's servers to change your Specified configuration.

All third party matrix activations and processes do not have SVM codes because those only come from Audi. No third party company offering activations or processes like these can change your car's Specified configuration on Audi's servers.

Don't be fooled by any company or person claiming this as it's not possible to do.


- There is a chance that a matrix activation from Europrice will get wiped when you visit a dealership: TRUE

There is a possibility that when you take your car to a dealership that a matrix activation will be wiped, it's rare at the moment. It's not common that the complete Specified versus Actual process that fully reverts your car back to stock is run every time your car has work done at a dealership.

However if your matrix activation does get wiped we've got you covered with lifetime free re-activation so long as you own the car. (If you did rent a VAS interface there is a $35 re-rental charge and round trip shipping, zero cost if you purchased a VAS interface)

Hopefully this helps clarify a few bits of misinformation and was also a bit enlightening on how Audi's diagnostic systems function.

If anyone has any questions on this, other aspects of the diagnostic system or activations please feel free to post here or email: [email protected]

Cheers!

[Runge]

Sale ends Monday 2/24 at Midnight CST so don't miss out!

order placed ;)

[RARS5]

Received the VAS interface this afternoon and was able to schedule an appointment with Sam immediately. The matrix lights along with blue laser and maneuver lights were activated in less than 15 minutes. Took the RS6 for a test drive this evening and was simply amazed!!


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order placed ;)

Thank you again!

Received the VAS interface this afternoon and was able to schedule an appointment with Sam immediately. The matrix lights along with blue laser and maneuver lights were activated in less than 15 minutes. Took the RS6 for a test drive this evening and was simply amazed!!

Glad to hear the process went smoothly and you are enjoying all of these features!