A bit technical, but a good tool.
15 December 2006, 03:32 PM
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With regards to the software needed. Will it be a case of us all chipping in together and "downloading" to our own laptops.
Or do we need our own package each
Or do we need our own package each
15 December 2006, 05:42 PM
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There is software for these devices which is available for free.
However as a pointer, here are a couple of recommendations. At this stage i am only going on what i have read about this software and have not tried them myself.
On the OBDPro web site there is a software section which lists a load of both comercial and free versions. Alternatively click here OBDPros
Another one to add to the pot though is -
Digitmoto - Digimoto OBDII Vehicle Diagnostic Solutions ($38.95 / £19.95)
Some offer a trial version for you to test out before you buy.
As for us all getting the same software, i personally don't think this is the best option. Some may like to have the option to display virtual gauges for 'bling' factor etc, where others may just want the core data displayed in graphs for mechanical fault finding / tuning. Each piece of software is different depending on its useage.
Hope this helps.
However as a pointer, here are a couple of recommendations. At this stage i am only going on what i have read about this software and have not tried them myself.
On the OBDPro web site there is a software section which lists a load of both comercial and free versions. Alternatively click here OBDPros
Another one to add to the pot though is -
Digitmoto - Digimoto OBDII Vehicle Diagnostic Solutions ($38.95 / £19.95)
Some offer a trial version for you to test out before you buy.
As for us all getting the same software, i personally don't think this is the best option. Some may like to have the option to display virtual gauges for 'bling' factor etc, where others may just want the core data displayed in graphs for mechanical fault finding / tuning. Each piece of software is different depending on its useage.
Hope this helps.
16 December 2006, 12:41 AM
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Unfortunatly guys, with the additional person theres comes additional expense for postage and packing. Originally it was approximately £47.34, now it is...........wait for it.............£47.75 
This is for the 7 units, p&p after a 16% discount. This estimation is based on todays currency conversion and not including any import tax etc we 'may' incurr.
Keep you posted as always.
This is for the 7 units, p&p after a 16% discount. This estimation is based on todays currency conversion and not including any import tax etc we 'may' incurr.
Keep you posted as always.
HOW much more?? 
25 December 2006, 09:46 PM
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Trickie - Sorry, you're a couple of days to late mate. However, if you wanted to see if there are few more people who wanted them, then i can arrange another GB. Failing that, i can see what is the best deal i can get for your single item. I'm sure it will be better than if you ordered from his web site.
Our ones have been real fun !! I went to Barclays to get the money order, but they had run out of US ones !! There normal price for a Money Order is £8, but they said they can get a Bankers Draft, but that has to be ordered, these normally cost £15. But as they had run out of Money Orders, they would do the draft for free.
The draft was for $653 which equates to £334.79. Then i got my bank statement !! Instead of charging me £334.79 they charged me £653 sterling, obvioulsy a £318.21 overcharge !! Nice, just what i needed. Will have to wait till after the holidays to bring this mess to their attention.
Hoepfully it should be fairly straight forward as i have the receipt etc thankfully.
Trickie - Let me know what you would like to do.
Our ones have been real fun !! I went to Barclays to get the money order, but they had run out of US ones !! There normal price for a Money Order is £8, but they said they can get a Bankers Draft, but that has to be ordered, these normally cost £15. But as they had run out of Money Orders, they would do the draft for free.
The draft was for $653 which equates to £334.79. Then i got my bank statement !! Instead of charging me £334.79 they charged me £653 sterling, obvioulsy a £318.21 overcharge !! Nice, just what i needed. Will have to wait till after the holidays to bring this mess to their attention.
Hoepfully it should be fairly straight forward as i have the receipt etc thankfully.
Trickie - Let me know what you would like to do.
26 December 2006, 09:36 AM
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Ok i would like one so lets wait to see if anyone else looks at the thred, failing that how much is postage on one item ?
They look like a great bit of kit.
I have the digimoto software already
it looks realy good but does nothing as dont have my laptop connected uo to anything
They look like a great bit of kit.
I have the digimoto software already
it looks realy good but does nothing as dont have my laptop connected uo to anything
28 December 2006, 01:09 PM
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Bankers draft has been sent, just waiting for the units.
Shouldn't be long now
Those of us in Essex will have to arrange a meet up with cars and laptops etc to try these out.
Steve
Shouldn't be long now
Those of us in Essex will have to arrange a meet up with cars and laptops etc to try these out.
Steve
30 December 2006, 01:54 PM
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Been looking into what Software is available for these modules 
Heres a screenshot to wet your appetites.
Most have demos downloads, so i can post links if required.
Subaru Impreza CarPC
Steve
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Heres a screenshot to wet your appetites.
Most have demos downloads, so i can post links if required.
Subaru Impreza CarPC
Steve
mmmm, picture embedding not working !! Link added instead.
30 December 2006, 01:57 PM
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Additional OBD Purchasers
Thanks for your interest guys. What i suggest is we wait until the first batch arrives (hopefully within the next week or so), that way we can have a play around with them and we'll clarify the import tax position etc.
It will be no problem getting more, i just suggest we wait until the first ones arrive. Plus it gives other people the oportunity to have a look at them as i'm sure there will be more purchasers once people see how useful they are. Then we can do another largish order.
I will start another list for now though so people can add names etc. When you add your name, please state which module you would like USB or Serial.
It will be no problem getting more, i just suggest we wait until the first ones arrive. Plus it gives other people the oportunity to have a look at them as i'm sure there will be more purchasers once people see how useful they are. Then we can do another largish order.
I will start another list for now though so people can add names etc. When you add your name, please state which module you would like USB or Serial.
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01 January 2007, 11:12 PM
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Are any of you guys who've ordered one intending to use it on a late Classic MY99/00 ???
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- Trickie - USB
Gonna drop out sorry
I have found ssomething else
Still and excellent bit of kit.
Thanks Tissy
05 January 2007, 12:08 AM
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Good news guys on the OBD readers, the bankers draft has been received in the US and they are on their way. Expected delivery time 4-6 days.
This puts it on target for me to bring them with me at the next HWH meet on the 11th Jan
Speak soon.
This puts it on target for me to bring them with me at the next HWH meet on the 11th Jan
Speak soon.
