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Pro-Series CAN with Live Data Readout

mattandleah — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 18:00:17 -0800

by: mattandleah

Description: Introduction This Pro-Series CAN OBDII tool is a handy device for reading and erasing trouble codes in your vehicles. It can also display live data for your vehicle. It is small in size, robust in design, competitive in price and easy to use. This is a stand alone unit, it does not need a laptop computer to operate. By simply connecting this tool to the diagnostic socket, the user will be able to read the trouble code. The trouble code description will be displayed directly on the screen, no need for search it in the user's manual. Tool Description LCD Display , 128*64 pixel display with contrast adjustment, Backlit Enter key selects displayed Exit key go back to the previous screens Up/down arrows-moves the selection pointer and scrolls up or down. LEFT/RIGHT arrows-Select responses and moves cursor. OBDII connector cable, connect car and the scan tool Battery compartment Product Specifications Display-Backlit LCD,128*64 pixel display. Operating Temperature- 0 to 50 Internal Power- 9v Cell External Power: 10.0 to 15.5 vols provided via vehicle battery Dimensions: 195mm Length 81mm Width 32mm Height OBDII connector , 1500mm Product Features Works on all 1996 and newer cars & light trucks that are OBD II compliant (including the VPW, PWM, ISO, KWP 2000 and CAN protocols) Reads and clears generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) trouble codes display on the LCD, needn't the code book. Scanning live data Reading Freeze Frame Data Testing I/M Reading Status Reads vehicle info Rescanning Data www.diydiagnostics.com

Pro-Series with Live Data Readout

mattandleah — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 17:58:46 -0800

by: mattandleah

Description: Introduction This Pro-Series OBDII tool is a handy device for reading and erasing trouble codes in your vehicles. It can also display live data for your vehicle. It is small in size, robust in design, competitive in price and easy to use. This is a stand alone unit, it does not need a laptop computer to operate. By simply connecting this tool to the diagnostic socket, the user will be able to read the trouble code. The trouble code description will be displayed directly on the screen, no need for search it in the user's manual. Description LCD Display , 128*64 pixel display with contrast adjustment, Backlit Enter key selects displayed Exit key go back to the previous screens Up/down arrows-moves the selection pointer and scrolls up or down. LEFT/RIGHT arrows-Select responses and moves cursor. OBDII connector cable, connect car and the scan tool Battery compartment Product Specifications: Display-Backlit LCD,128*64 pixel display. Operating Temperature- 0 to 50 Internal Power- 9v Cell External Power: 10.0 to 15.5 vols provided via vehicle battery Dimensions: 195mm Length 81mm Width 32mm Height OBDII connector , 1500mm Product Features: Works on all 1996 and newer cars & light trucks that are OBD II compliant (including the VPW, PWM, ISO, KWP 2000. Reads and clears generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) trouble codes display on the LCD, No need for code book. Live data Scanning Reading Freeze Frame Data Testing I/M Reading Status Reads vehicle info Rescanning Data www.diydiagnostics.com

Advanced OBDII Reader

mattandleah — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 18:49:47 -0700

by: mattandleah

Description: DIYDiagnostics.com Advanced OBDII Code Reader - (Retrieve Live Data including timing, fuel pressure, temperatures, throttle position, engine load, and more! Displays the code description on the screen, not just the code - no code book required!) Introduction This Advanced OBDII tool is a handy device for reading and erasing trouble code in your vehicles. It can also display live data for your vehicle. It is small in size, robust in design, competitive in price and easy to use. This is a stand alone unit, it does not need a laptop computer to operate. By simply connecting this tool to the diagnostic socket, the user will be able to read the trouble code. The trouble code description will be displayed directly on the screen, no need for search it in the user's manual. Each code will be continuously displayed until the [PREVIOUS] or [NEXT] key is pressed. This is a important advantage to compare with the old type trouble code reading tools. Features: With large LCD display: the trouble code description will be displayed directly on the screen, no need for search it in the user's manual Each code will be continuously displayed until the [up] or [down] key is pressed. This is an important advantage to compare with the old type trouble code reading tools With extension cable, comfortable for operation With live data or data stream function Support all four OBD2 protocols: OBD-I, OBD-II, EOBD, and JOBD With professional mode With large DTC database Powered via diagnostic connector, no additional power is needed Plug and play, ease to use Turn off check engine light High reliable and accurate Specifications: Weight: 135g without package, 190g with package Port: 16-pin OBD II socket Display: LCD Power: Directly supplied by diagnostic socket Protocol: OBD-I, OBD-II, EOBD, and JOBD Operation: Turn off the ignition switch. Find the 16pin OBD2 diagnostic connector and plug in the tool. When the "Press any key to start diagnosis" message is displayed, turn on the ignition switch and press any key to continue. This tool will auto scan which protocol is used by the vehicle. Please wait! After scanning, the screen will display the test mode selection menu. Press [up] or [down] to select the test mode you want to use. If you select [Professional Mode], the tool will ask you to select the vehicle make. Select a make and press [left arrow] key. The screen will display the function menu. Select [READ DTC]. The screen will ask you select [ALL DTC] or [PENDING DTC]. Select one and press [left arrow] key, if there is no DTC, it will display [NO TROUBLE CODE!] Otherwise it will display the first DTC and its description. Press [down] key to view the next DTC, if any. Press [up] key to review the previous DTC. Press [right arrow] to return step 5 Select [ERASE DTC] in step 7, you can clear all DTCs of your car Select [DATA STREAM] at step 5, the screen will display the live data. Press [up] or [down] to scroll the screen. You can start the engine when doing this step. Package Includes: One scanner with 16PIN Extension Cable Applications: Even if you don't repair your vehicle yourself, knowing the Diagnostic Trouble Code number before taking the vehicle in for repair is good knowledge to have. Once the vehicle is repaired, the Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) can be erased and the Check Engine light turned off using this scan tool. In areas that require a smog test, an illuminated Check Engine light fails the emission test, even if the repaired vehicle might otherwise pass inspection. This OBD II Scan Tool turns off the Check Engine light. Another highly useful application for the scan tool is purchasing used vehicles. Used vehicles can have all sorts of expensive mechanical or electrical problems. Since our scanner is a portable device, the buyer can connect the scan tool to the vehicle and in a few seconds determine if the vehicle has detected a problem. Remember, not all Diagnostic Trouble Codes illuminate the Check Engine light and a scan tool is the only way to obtain the information. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Does My Car Have OBD-II? All cars and light trucks built and sold in the United States after January 1, 1996 were required to be OBD II equipped. In general, this means all 1996 model year cars and light trucks are compliant, even if built in late 1995. Two factors will show if your vehicle is definitely OBD II equipped: 1) There will be an OBD II connector as shown below, and 2) There will be a note on a sticker or nameplate under the hood: "OBD II compliant". The Connector Pin 2 - J1850 Bus+ Pin 4 - Chassis Ground Pin 5 - Signal Ground Pin 6 - CAN High (J-2284) Pin 7 - ISO 9141-2 K Line Pin 10 - J1850 Bus Pin 14 - CAN Low (J-2284) Pin 15 - ISO 9141-2 L Line Pin 16 - Battery Power Where is the connector located? The connector must be located within three feet of the driver and must not require any tools to be revealed. Look under the dash and behind ashtrays. The Three Flavors of OBD II While the parameters, or readings, required by OBD II regulations are uniform, the auto manufacturers had some latitude in the communications protocol they used to transmit those readings to scanners. Naturally, each felt they had the one true way, so I have three different OBD II communications protocols in use. The big scanner consoles costing thousands of dollars include the decoding software and firmware for all three protocols in their units, making them universal. Less expensive units, for home or small shop use, are usually customized for a specific communications protocol. Be sure the scanner you are using suits the protocol of your car. What Communications Protocol does my vehicle use? As a rule of thumb, GM cars and light trucks use SAE J1850 VPW (Variable Pulse Width Modulation). Chrysler products and all European and most Asian imports use ISO 9141 circuitry. Fords use SAE J1850 PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) communication patterns. There are some variations among captive imports such as the Cadillac Catera, a German Opel derivative, which uses the European ISO 9141 protocol. On 1996 and later vehicles, you can tell which protocol is used by examining the OBD II connector: J1850 VPW--The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, and 16, but not 10. ISO 9141-2--The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 4, 5, 7, 15, and 16. J1850 PWM--The connector should have metallic contacts in pins 2, 4, 5, 10, and 16. If your vehicle has this style connector, but doesn't have these pins populated, you probably have a pre-OBDII vehicle. To add some confusion, even having the connector with the contacts shown above is not a guarantee of OBD II compliance. This style connector has been seen on some pre-1996 vehicles which were not OBD II compliant. VEHICLE COVERAGE: 1996 and newer OBDII Vehicles. Some compatible models include: (see link below for full list of tested vehicles) Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Acura, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Daewoo, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infinity, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Peugeot, Pontiac, Porche, Renault, Saab, Saturn, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, and many others. For more information please visit: www.diydiagnostics.com

CAN OBDII Scanner

mattandleah — Sat, 04 Mar 2006 14:11:36 -0800

by: mattandleah

Description: Price $69.99 The OBDII Scanner is a compact and portable device for reading and erasing trouble code in vehicles. This unit is very small, light, and easy to use. It is a standalone unit that does not require a computer to operate. It performs the same basic function as tools which are far more expensive. This works with all model years from 1996 to current with a 16-pin diagnostic socket for generic OBDII protocols (SAE J1850 PWM, SAE J1850 VPW, ISO9 141-2) and EOBDII, including CAN Protocol. This Scanner is specially designed for home mechanics and do-it-yourself car owners. With the OBDII Scanner, you can quickly access the diagnostic trouble codes stored within your car's computer for faster and easier troubleshooting and repair. Simply connect the OBDII Scanner to your car's diagnostic socket and use the buttons to both read and clear the codes that have been stored. FUNCTIONS - Read trouble codes: press the "Scroll" button. The OBDII Scanner will guide you through the menu so that you can view and erase codes and other information. - Clear trouble codes: Follow the on screen prompts and press "Enter" to erase. OPERATION - Plug the OBDII Scanner into the 16-pin socket usually located under the instrument panel in the car and turn on the ignition. See Figures below: - Press the "ENTER" button to scroll through the codes. If no codes are present "NO CODES" will be displayed. - If you choose, press the "ERASE" button. It will clear the codes and turn off the light. Features: 1. Works with all 1996 and newer cars & trucks that are OBD II compliant 2. Reads and clears generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and turns off check engine light 3. Supports multiple trouble code requests: generic codes, pending codes and manufacturer's specific codes 4. Retrieves VIN (Vehicle Identification No.) on 2002 and newer vehicles that support Mode 9 5.Highly reliable and accurate 6. Easy-to-read crystal-clear backlit 2-line LCD display 7. Easy to use with one plug-in 8. Stand-alone unit with no need for an additional laptop computer to operate 9. Small in size and conveniently fits in your palm 10. Performs continuous DTC scan 11. Safely communicates with the on-board computer 12. No batteries needed-powered via detachable OBD II cable VEHICLE COVERAGE 1996 and newer OBDII Vehicles. Some compatible models include: (see link below for full list of tested vehicles) Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Acura, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Daewoo, Dodge, Fiat, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infinity, Isuzu, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mercury, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Oldsmobile, Peugeot, Pontiac, Porche, Renault, Saab, Saturn, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, and many others. Price $69.99 Please see link below for more information: http://www.diydiagnostics.com/can_obdii_specs.htm