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BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-15-2010, 05:57 PM

I don't need the tuning capabilites only need scanning. Is there such a program that I can hook up to the car using a laptop and log data to look at later when I get home. I have a dashhawk, but it's logging capabilites suck. Thanks!

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-15-2010, 06:17 PM

Oops. Can a mod move this to tuning and diagnostics please. Thanks!

Roger Ramjet · 11-15-2010, 08:16 PM

HP Tuners does market a scanner only package. Don't know how it compares to others.

Just curious, why don't you want/need the ECM editor?

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-15-2010, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roger Ramjet

HP Tuners does market a scanner only package. Don't know how it compares to others.

Just curious, why don't you want/need the ECM editor?

If I need some tuning, I will have a professional do it and there will be no tuning in the near future. I just got a new intake and some people want some fuel trim info, IAT info, and such.

IndeedSS1 · 11-15-2010, 08:38 PM

HPTuners has an awesome scanner, but it's $349 for the standard and $499 for the Pro. You could do and Aeroforce scan gauge. Maryland Speed has them for a great price.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-15-2010, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IndeedSS1

HPTuners has an awesome scanner, but it's $349 for the standard and $499 for the Pro. You could do and Aeroforce scan gauge. Maryland Speed has them for a great price.

Does this log data? I need a product that can allow me to analyze the info after the fact.

Roger Ramjet · 11-16-2010, 05:01 AM

Yes, you can log data and save the file. You do need a computer. The Pro version is only necessary if you want to log wide band O2 with the ECM data.

BowlingSS · 11-16-2010, 11:24 AM

EFILive also has just a logging software. You can download a demo at www.efilive.com.

http://www.efilive.com/index.php?opt...119&Itemid=128

I have been using it for years.

Bill

camaro1 · 11-16-2010, 12:35 PM

i have an actual gm vdr(vehicle data recorder) for sale it can record data to be viewed later or it can be used as a gm scan tool and get codes and live data from all gm control modules,, not just generic data ,, this is an actual gm dealer scan tool , updated to 2010 gm vehicles

$200 shipped

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-16-2010, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro1

i have an actual gm vdr(vehicle data recorder) for sale it can record data to be viewed later or it can be used as a gm scan tool and get codes and live data from all gm control modules,, not just generic data ,, this is an actual gm dealer scan tool , updated to 2010 gm vehicles

$200 shipped

A few questions. How do you view data later. Via a computer, what is required? How much data can it store? Like a few seconds or like data I have logged for say 30 minutes. Are these available to the average joe commercially?

BackinBlackSS/RS · 11-16-2010, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BowlingSS

EFILive also has just a logging software. You can download a demo at www.efilive.com.

http://www.efilive.com/index.php?opt...119&Itemid=128

I have been using it for years.

Bill

How do I hook my computer up to the car? I'm assuming an OBDII cable with usb to the computer, but where would I get this cable?

BowlingSS · 11-16-2010, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BackinBlackSS/RS

How do I hook my computer up to the car? I'm assuming an OBDII cable with usb to the computer, but where would I get this cable?

With EFILive they come with all the software and cables.

Bill

IndeedSS1 · 11-16-2010, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roger Ramjet

Yes, you can log data and save the file. You do need a computer. The Pro version is only necessary if you want to log wide band O2 with the ECM data.

IIRC, along with not having the WB inputs, you can't blackbox datalog with the standard. I love the blackbox datalogging. Not having to take a laptop along everytime I scanned was a huge plus. I just sold my HPTuners Pro Suite yesterday.

camaro1 · 11-16-2010, 07:06 PM

the gm VDR is only for short record/snap shots,, but the live data and codes works like any scan tool, comes with version 25 software and it automatically updates when connected to the internet,, and it covers all gm, saturn, saab vehicles from 1996 - 2011,, here are the camaro modules that you can get live codes and data from:

ECM
TRANSMISSION
AIRBAG
BODY CONTROL MODULE
RADIO
FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE
ELECTRONIC BRACKE CONTROL MODULE
FRONT SEAT HEATER CONTROL MODULE
INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER
MULTIMEDIA PLAYER INTERFACE
PARK ASSIST MODULE
PASSENGER PRESENCE MODULE
HEAT AND AC MODULE
ONSTAR MODULE
AUX GAUGE PACK MODULE

there is no other scan tool that you can buy for $200 that will get codes and data from all these modules and have complete gm , saturn, saab coverage from 1996-2011

11-15-2010, 05:57 PM	#1
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	Best Scanning/Monitoring only software? I don't need the tuning capabilites only need scanning. Is there such a program that I can hook up to the car using a laptop and log data to look at later when I get home. I have a dashhawk, but it's logging capabilites suck. Thanks!

11-15-2010, 08:16 PM	#3
Roger Ramjet Motor Head Drives: CTS-V Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: So MD Posts: 494	HP Tuners does market a scanner only package. Don't know how it compares to others. Just curious, why don't you want/need the ECM editor? __________________ History Camaro's: 83, 93, 95, 98, & 10.

11-16-2010, 05:01 AM	#7
Roger Ramjet Motor Head Drives: CTS-V Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: So MD Posts: 494	Yes, you can log data and save the file. You do need a computer. The Pro version is only necessary if you want to log wide band O2 with the ECM data. Attached Images __________________ History Camaro's: 83, 93, 95, 98, & 10.

11-16-2010, 11:24 AM	#8
BowlingSS Camaro Owner Since 1987 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS L99 RJT Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Lawrenceville, GA Posts: 2,185	EFILive also has just a logging software. You can download a demo at www.efilive.com. http://www.efilive.com/index.php?opt...119&Itemid=128 I have been using it for years. Bill __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 RJT CAI, Inc. Cold Air Induction;ADM Scoop Rx Catch Can;Rx Breather;Roto-Fab Washer Container VMax Ported RJT Throttle Body XSPower Headers and XSPower 3" Exhaust System Elite Engineering Tunnel Brace, Gorilla Wheel Lock System; Bear Rotors, Hawk HPS Tinted Windows 35%;EFILive Tune

11-16-2010, 12:35 PM	#9
camaro1 Drives: 550+RWHP 2010 camaro Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: wisconsin Posts: 1,588	i have an actual gm vdr(vehicle data recorder) for sale it can record data to be viewed later or it can be used as a gm scan tool and get codes and live data from all gm control modules,, not just generic data ,, this is an actual gm dealer scan tool , updated to 2010 gm vehicles $200 shipped __________________ 415ci stroker, TVS 2300 Magnacharger, cnc heads, cam, yank ss3200 converter, Kooks long tubes, Bwoody true cold air kit, ZL1 Pump, magnaflow 3" cat-back, lowering springs,BMR control arms and tie rod bars, 3.73 gears, diff mounts, RX can, ADM fuel controller

11-15-2010, 06:17 PM	#2
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	Oops. Can a mod move this to tuning and diagnostics please. Thanks!

11-15-2010, 08:38 PM	#5
IndeedSS1 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Eastern MO Posts: 3,786	HPTuners has an awesome scanner, but it's $349 for the standard and $499 for the Pro. You could do and Aeroforce scan gauge. Maryland Speed has them for a great price.

11-16-2010, 07:06 PM	#14
camaro1 Drives: 550+RWHP 2010 camaro Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: wisconsin Posts: 1,588	the gm VDR is only for short record/snap shots,, but the live data and codes works like any scan tool, comes with version 25 software and it automatically updates when connected to the internet,, and it covers all gm, saturn, saab vehicles from 1996 - 2011,, here are the camaro modules that you can get live codes and data from: ECM TRANSMISSION AIRBAG BODY CONTROL MODULE RADIO FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE ELECTRONIC BRACKE CONTROL MODULE FRONT SEAT HEATER CONTROL MODULE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER MULTIMEDIA PLAYER INTERFACE PARK ASSIST MODULE PASSENGER PRESENCE MODULE HEAT AND AC MODULE ONSTAR MODULE AUX GAUGE PACK MODULE there is no other scan tool that you can buy for $200 that will get codes and data from all these modules and have complete gm , saturn, saab coverage from 1996-2011 __________________ 415ci stroker, TVS 2300 Magnacharger, cnc heads, cam, yank ss3200 converter, Kooks long tubes, Bwoody true cold air kit, ZL1 Pump, magnaflow 3" cat-back, lowering springs,BMR control arms and tie rod bars, 3.73 gears, diff mounts, RX can, ADM fuel controller

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