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OBD computer software
« on: 08 January 2013, 23:53:51 »
Hi all.

Can anyone reccommend a good reliable OBD software to read the on board computer via my laptop.
I do have a Scantech system worth £2000 new but it is too big to keep moving about. need a bit mor mobility.
Seen some on Ebay but a bit warey. Not sure due to possible cr*p cheap copies and non working software.
I run windows 7 64 bit on my laptop.

Any ideas please.
Had a mis-fire lately. not aprob now as it has gone but just like to keep abreast of any probs.
Nice if it can read the Miggy as well as the Galaxy too.

Thanks.
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #1 on: 09 January 2013, 05:42:05 »
I'm sure Entwood will be along later with what he's got... ELM 327 rings a bell :-\

I would be very wary about the laptop based ones as they can be a bit hit and miss, without considering the legality of the copy you can buy from eGay :-X ::)
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #2 on: 09 January 2013, 06:23:21 »
What year is the Galaxy? is one of the older ones built in calibration with VAG? if so then the software you want is VCDS. Very very good and they even do a freeware version. If it's the later 08 on car then you want  FORscan. Once again a freeware works with an ELM 327 interface. If you want generic keenly priced legit OBD program then try Gendan's enginecheck pro. Also uses ELM 327 interface. Gendan also do a Vauxhall specific version but it doesn't go as deep as Tech 2. All the above are legal versions. Just type the titles into Google. 
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #3 on: 09 January 2013, 08:22:00 »
Thanks.
Galaxy is 2004
Omega is 2001

Thanks again.
Will have a look.
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #4 on: 09 January 2013, 12:52:01 »
If you want something truly portable try it on your Mobile with a ODB/ELM327 Bluetooth reader, about a tenner on the Bay.

The demo software I tried is free, and also lets you reset EML light.

http://auto-mobile.ca/

Edit: forgot to mention ODB2 only so 2001 onwards for Petrol cars.
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #5 on: 09 January 2013, 13:54:47 »
Quote from: Lazydocker on 09 January 2013, 05:42:05
I'm sure Entwood will be along later with what he's got... ELM 327 rings a bell :-\

I would be very wary about the laptop based ones as they can be a bit hit and miss, without considering the legality of the copy you can buy from eGay :-X ::)

I binned the ELM 327 some while back .. use a stand alone maxscan now ... laptop based stuff too unreliable and a pain in the ..... to use .. maxscan is dead simple :)
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #6 on: 09 January 2013, 16:40:46 »
Quote from: Entwood on 09 January 2013, 13:54:47
Quote from: Lazydocker on 09 January 2013, 05:42:05
I'm sure Entwood will be along later with what he's got... ELM 327 rings a bell :-\

I would be very wary about the laptop based ones as they can be a bit hit and miss, without considering the legality of the copy you can buy from eGay :-X ::)

I binned the ELM 327 some while back .. use a stand alone maxscan now ... laptop based stuff too unreliable and a pain in the ..... to use .. maxscan is dead simple :)

I knew ELM 327 rang a bell :-X ::)
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #7 on: 09 January 2013, 22:44:32 »
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #8 on: 09 January 2013, 23:55:24 »
Quote from: worzelof10acrefield on 09 January 2013, 22:44:32
Hi.
Thanks for the info. all very much appreciated.

The Maxscan?
Is this it..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Autel-MaxScan-VAG405-Code-Scanner-Diagnostic-Tool-/170969205166?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash=item27ce8f09ae

Thanks.

That one looks dedicated VW/Audi (VAG)  I have a generic one .. try here .. the GS500 is very good for what it does .. but is now a tad old ... I think the GS509 is its replacement

http://www.talktomycar.co.uk/products/codereaders/codereaders.htm
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #9 on: 10 January 2013, 16:48:35 »
Quote from: Entwood on 09 January 2013, 23:55:24
Quote from: worzelof10acrefield on 09 January 2013, 22:44:32
Hi.
Thanks for the info. all very much appreciated.

The Maxscan?
Is this it..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Autel-MaxScan-VAG405-Code-Scanner-Diagnostic-Tool-/170969205166?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash=item27ce8f09ae

Thanks.

That one looks dedicated VW/Audi (VAG)  I have a generic one .. try here .. the GS500 is very good for what it does .. but is now a tad old ... I think the GS509 is its replacement

http://www.talktomycar.co.uk/products/codereaders/codereaders.htm

"Dead" link mate - website closed ;)
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #10 on: 10 January 2013, 17:23:05 »
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #11 on: 10 January 2013, 18:52:38 »
Quote from: dbug on 10 January 2013, 16:48:35
Quote from: Entwood on 09 January 2013, 23:55:24
Quote from: worzelof10acrefield on 09 January 2013, 22:44:32
Hi.
Thanks for the info. all very much appreciated.

The Maxscan?
Is this it..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Autel-MaxScan-VAG405-Code-Scanner-Diagnostic-Tool-/170969205166?pt=UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment&hash=item27ce8f09ae

Thanks.

That one looks dedicated VW/Audi (VAG)  I have a generic one .. try here .. the GS500 is very good for what it does .. but is now a tad old ... I think the GS509 is its replacement

http://www.talktomycar.co.uk/products/codereaders/codereaders.htm

"Dead" link mate - website closed ;)

WOW . that was working just 48 hours ago as well .. another company down the pan by the looks of it.. :(
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Re: OBD computer software
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Re: OBD computer software
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Re: OBD computer software
« Reply #14 on: 12 January 2013, 18:23:08 »
Quote from: biggriffin on 11 January 2013, 23:10:08
cant afford but hay ho.
 
http://www.alibaba.com/trade/search?fsb=y&IndexArea=product_en&CatId=340804&SearchText=tech2 
 

Amazing choice, but which one to buy? And how do those prices work? :-\
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