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CarChip Firmware (Serial Port Versions)
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, Basic, v 1.51
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, E/X, v 1.51
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, Fleet, v 1.51
11/4/05 CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 1.51
CarChip Firmware (USB Versions)
NOTE: You must also update your CarChip Software to version 2.2.0 or your CarChip will not connect to your PC. (This is a free update, available below.)
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, E/X with Alarm, v 2.21
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, E/X, v 2.21
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, Basic, v 2.21
11/2106 CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 2.21
11/2106 CarChip Updater, Fleet, v. 2.21
CarChip Software (For All CarChip Versions)
05/04/06 CarChip Software, v 2.2.0
10/09/06 CarChip SDK, v 1.0.6
CarChip Updater, Basic, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Basic ( #8210 ) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Basic_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Basic (#8210 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Basic_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, E/X, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX ( #8220 ) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_EX_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX (#8220 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_EX_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet (#8240) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Fleet_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet ( #8240 only ), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Fleet_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8244) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8244 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, EX with Alarm, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX with Alarm (#8225) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_EX_with_Alarm_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX with Alarm (#8225 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_EX_with_Alarm_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, EX, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX (#8221) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_EX_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX (#8221 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_EX_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Basic, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Basic (#8211) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Basic_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Basic (#8211 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Basic_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8245) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8245 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet (#8241) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Fleet_ v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet (#8241 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Fleet_ v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Software v2.2.0
What's new in version 2.2.0
1. Support for 1 second speed sampling (Enabled in CarChip firmware 2.18 or later).
2. New Tools Menu.
3. Fuel Entry is now under the new tools menu.
4. Support for adding/removing and viewing fuel entries.
5. Support for viewing OBD Readiness Monitors.
6. Support for Trip Type Entry. Allows users to select whether a trip was for business/personal/commute/other.
7. Accumulates distance traveled between certain dates for each of the trip types and exports the data to a text file for viewing.
8. If the software attempts to reopen a database that has been either moved or deleted, the CarChip software will not crash.
9. If the software attempts to download more than 300 trips it will not crash.
What's new in version 2.1.0
1. Implemented Express & Full Walkthrough.
2. Assigns sequential Driver & Vehicle ID's starting from ID 1.
3. Automatically saves the document data without prompting for user intervention.
4. Improvements regarding display of home page and driver and vehicle summary pages.
5. Fixes problems with European version of Windows OS.
6. Fixes a bug that would improperly scale plots after canceling the plot setup screen.
7. Fixes a bug that would cause the program to crash if specific trouble codes were present in the downloaded data.
What's new in version 2.0.1
1. USB Support.
2. Support for toggling CarChip Alarm on/off (product #8225, #8245).
3. Support for toggling CarChip VIN mode on/off (product #8211, #8221, #8225, #8241, #8245).
This software update requires purchase of a CarChip, CarChipE/X, or CarChip Fleet (and Fleet Management Software), a PC running Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP and a serial or USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
File name: CarChip_220_Setup.exe
Released: 02-May-06
File size: 5.69 MB
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Carchip SDK v1.0.6
The CarChip SDK is a development toolkit used by developers to interface with the CarChip device. All the SDK functions are encapsulated in the CarChipSDK.dll and can be accessed through the use of the header files "Structures.h" and "SDK.h" for C developers and the module "CarChipSDK.bas" for VB developers. The SDK kit acts as a high level tool and makes it much easier for developers to interface with a CarChip device.
What's new in version 1.0.6
CarChip.DLL version 1.7
DavisHid.DLL version 1.0.0.4 - USB Driver (Support for communicating with USB / CAN CarChips)
1. Handles the ReadinessCode introduced with firmware version 2.20.
2. Added GetLastErrorCodeStringLength() function that helps to allocate the correct buffer size needed by the calling routine for further processing.
3. Added GetSDKVersionComment(...) to obtain detailed information about the current version.
What's new in version 1.0.4
CarChip.DLL version 1.6.0.3
DavisHid.DLL version 1.0.0.4 - USB Driver (Support for communicating with USB CarChip's)
1. Changed function names from "EnableAlarm" and "IsAlarmEnabled" to "EnableBeep" and IsBeepEnabled".
2. Fixed crash that can occur if a bad/or corrupt time is retrieved on the CarChip.
3. Enhanced Accident log sorting routine. Fixed duplicate accident record problem.
4. Fixed memory crash after download.
5. Enhanced the robustness of the SDK. Properly handles memory corruption problems that can happen in the CarChip.
6. Avoid possible data corruption during download transfers. The DLL will re-download a page in memory if it finds any corruptions within that page.
7. Fixed ClearAccidentLogs() bug.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip SDK 1.0.6.exe
Released: 10-Oct-06
File size: 1.38 MB
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