Which Diagnostic Software
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Which Diagnostic Software
OK, I'm looking at Datamaster and if I understand their website correctly they require a serial port DB9 connection.
The cable I purchased is USB. Can Datamaster use USB, do I have it wrong?
If not Datamaster, here's a link of other software. Which one do you guys use that will support an USB based cable?
None of my laptops have DB9 RS232 connectivity.
http://www.aldlcable.com/sc/pages.asp?pageid=20
Thanks.
The cable I purchased is USB. Can Datamaster use USB, do I have it wrong?
If not Datamaster, here's a link of other software. Which one do you guys use that will support an USB based cable?
None of my laptops have DB9 RS232 connectivity.
http://www.aldlcable.com/sc/pages.asp?pageid=20
Thanks.
Last edited by jsup; Sep 14, 2008 at 04:34 PM.
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The Datamaster software will generally work when you use a Belkin F5U103 or FTDI US232B adapter. Not all USB adapters are created equal but the Belkins seem to be the most reliable and usable.
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I have that, the cable I have us USB to OBD1 connector. My laptop has no Serial Com Port. (DB9 RS232)
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Thanks guys...the physical connection isn't the problem
The issue is the software may or may not have drivers that support USB.
Again, the cable goes directly to the OBDI connector, and connects to my laptop USB. There is no physical interface problem.
I am wondering if Datamaster has the drivers for USB, will it recognize a USB cable? If I am plugged in PHYSICALLY will it work LOGICALLY?
Their site is unclear on the issue.
I can't tell from their website.
The issue is the software may or may not have drivers that support USB.
Again, the cable goes directly to the OBDI connector, and connects to my laptop USB. There is no physical interface problem.
I am wondering if Datamaster has the drivers for USB, will it recognize a USB cable? If I am plugged in PHYSICALLY will it work LOGICALLY?
Their site is unclear on the issue.
I can't tell from their website.
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I have a selectable cable. It has a jumper for resistor or not. I believe I do need a resistor, at least I knew when I ordered it a while back. How would I know for sure? Can I damage it if I connect it with or without a resistor and it does not need one?
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Note 1.4.3 of :http://www.ttspowersystems.com/softw...cs/DM32MAN.PDF
Using window 98 or older ......says yes- it will work but most USB serial are not compatible with the ALDL baud rate
Using window 98 or older ......says yes- it will work but most USB serial are not compatible with the ALDL baud rate
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Note 1.4.3 of :http://www.ttspowersystems.com/softw...cs/DM32MAN.PDF
Using window 98 or older ......says yes- it will work but most USB serial are not compatible with the ALDL baud rate
Using window 98 or older ......says yes- it will work but most USB serial are not compatible with the ALDL baud rate
Mine cable is like this:
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John ,
have you installed the USB to serial adapter software that lets the laptop see the USB cable?
Check ouit http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm
If you have no luck, PM me your address and I will email you the file
have you installed the USB to serial adapter software that lets the laptop see the USB cable?
Check ouit http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm
If you have no luck, PM me your address and I will email you the file
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The software drivers for the USB/Serial adapter should allow the diagnostic software to work. I've used them when tuning FAST systems (which is serial only) and Big Stuff 3 and they both work without an issue.
