HU Client is the dedicated application on HU PAD for Mercedes-Benz HU6 head units. Its visual interface helps you identify the vehicle, check feature status, configure licenses, and restore changes made by the tool. The interface is available in Chinese and English.
Activation & Subscription
After receiving the product, please contact customer service to activate HU Client. The product includes two months of HU Client subscription service. After that, continued service costs US$300 per month.
Core Features
OBD Connection & Feature Activation
Connect to the vehicle through OBD to enable supported head unit features when the requirements are met.
Vehicle & Head Unit Identification
Read the VIN, head unit software number, diagnostic variant name, and serial number, when available, to verify the vehicle and head unit.
26-License Management
License activation supports all HU6 firmware versions and is not limited to the software numbers listed below. Distinguish factory licenses from added licenses, then select and submit license items as needed. Available license items depend on the vehicle and head unit hardware.
Full-Screen CarPlay Management
Read, set, and restore full-screen CarPlay settings on the software versions listed below.
AMG Icon Management
Read, set, and restore AMG icon settings on the software versions listed below.
Restore Tool-Related Configuration
Restore changes made by this tool where supported and where backups are available. This is not a complete factory reset.
Operation Progress & Results
View each operation stage, its progress, and the result.
Chinese & English Interfaces
Switch between Chinese and English. Your language selection is saved and remains in place after HU Client restarts.
Online Checks & Client Updates
Check authorization and software versions online. Follow the prompts to install updates; HU Client then reopens automatically without restarting the tablet or head unit.
Tablet Controls
Access the tablet's network settings, battery status, and shutdown controls during on-site use.
Example License Categories
CarPlay, Android Auto, Baidu CarLife, navigation, dashcam, TRACK PACE, ENERGIZING COMFORT, and selected radio and TV reception licenses. Available license items depend on the vehicle and head unit hardware.
Supported Software Numbers for Full-Screen CarPlay & AMG Icons
Full-screen CarPlay and AMG icon features support the following software numbers:
| 1679046300 | 1679047600 | 1679048600 | 2479043200 |
| 2479044700 | 2479045700 | 2479046100 | 2479046600 |
| 2479047000 | 2479047100 | 2479047400 | 2479047500 |
| 2479047700 |
This list applies only to full-screen CarPlay and AMG icon features. It does not limit the software versions supported for license activation. Support for these two features may be extended to additional software numbers.
Client Interface
This screenshot shows the interface with statuses marked “Not read.” It does not show a completed activation.
CarPlay Display Examples
Standard display above; full-screen display below. Both examples include AMG icons. These images illustrate CarPlay layouts only.
Product Photos
HU PAD tablet and appearance.
Basic Workflow
- Connect the device.
- Confirm network access and authorization.
- Identify the vehicle.
- Read the current status.
- Select features and submit.
- Wait for the operation to finish.
- Verify the features on the vehicle.
Questions & Answers
Does HU PAD work with European Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with NTG 6?
Yes. HU PAD supports Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with HU6 head units. Available features depend on the vehicle and head unit hardware.
Does it work only with the software versions listed above?
No. License activation supports all HU6 firmware versions. The list above applies only to full-screen CarPlay and AMG icon features. Support for those two features may be extended to additional software numbers.
Can it enable wireless CarPlay or Android Auto?
Yes. It can enable wireless CarPlay or Android Auto where the vehicle and head unit hardware support those features.
Which interface does it use: ENET, C4, or something else?
HU PAD supports an ENET cable only.
Do I need to subscribe for a full year? Can I renew monthly?
No annual commitment is required. The product includes two months of HU Client service. Monthly and annual subscriptions are available afterward; monthly renewal costs US$300 per month.
Can HU PAD activate CarPlay on Volkswagen, Audi, or BMW vehicles?
No. HU PAD supports Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with HU6 head units only.
Is there a limit to how many times I can activate CarPlay or configure full-screen mode?
There is no fixed usage limit during an active subscription, subject to vehicle and head unit compatibility.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery normally takes 5–7 days.
How long does activation take?
Activation typically takes about 5 minutes.
Can I activate CarPlay remotely?
No. The tool requires a physical OBD connection to the vehicle. It is not tied to a specific IP address, so you can take the tablet to customers in your country or ship it to them if needed.
