[RESOLVED] logging cable for tunerpro rt

[xander061]

I've done the search on here and googled it and cant find where to get the obd1 cable to hook up to my toshiba laptop. All the ones i can find are for obd1 to db9 for palm but i'm wanting to use TunerPro RT on my laptop. So where can i find one? is there anywhere to find the chips needed for ecmlink since i can find the cable for that real easy and already have the program on my laptop?

[91stocker]

Use a keyspan db9 - usb adapter. Like so:

Amazon.com: Keyspan by Tripp Lite USA-19HS Hi-Speed USB Serial Adapter, PC, MAC, supports Cisco Break Sequence: Electronics

[steve]

Originally Posted by xander061

Is there anywhere to find the chips needed for ecmlink since i can find the cable for that real easy and already have the program on my laptop?

It's more that just a chip for ECMLink inside your ECU. You can find them at many vendors or directly from ECMTuning. ECMTuning, Inc.

While they make the client side software for your PC available for free the software and hardware that goes inside your ECU isn't.

[rts91tsi]

Originally Posted by xander061

I've done the search on here and googled it and cant find where to get the obd1 cable to hook up to my toshiba laptop. All the ones i can find are for obd1 to db9 for palm but i'm wanting to use TunerPro RT on my laptop. So where can i find one?

EvoScan makes a USB based OBD1 cable that works for logging. Although the price is kind of high in my opinion.

EvoScan OBDI / ALDL 12pin 1989-1994 Mitsubishi DataLogger Cable

Another option is to make your own USB based cable, which is what I did. The process, and components necessary to do so can be seen in thread in the link below.

http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/arti...ing-cable.html

[Spoolin92GSX]

The 1G data logging cable from ECMTuning works perfect with TunerPro, I've been using it for a while

[l8vr14dsm95]

I am also using tunerpro i search here and there but i never got an answer, can i log my 2g with tunerpro or does it only work with 1g guys?

[rts91tsi]

Unfortunately, there is no 2g ADX for logging available that I know of, nor am I sure it is even possible with TunerPro. Here is some info from the TunerPro forum that may shed some light on your question.

TunerPro User Forum :: View topic - OBDII upgrade!

There is a bin and definition available for changing/tuning the bin, which can be found here:

95 EPROM « ceddy.us

[xander061]

i know ecmlink is more then just a chip, i was just wondering if anymore knew where to get just the chip that comes in the package

[Spoolin92GSX]

Originally Posted by xander061

i know ecmlink is more then just a chip, i was just wondering if anymore knew where to get just the chip that comes in the package

What do you want just the chip for?

[chrisverneuil]

You cant just get the chip anywhere. Its a special flash memory chip. You can get a 27SF512 or a 27SF256 and get a EEPROM burner from Moates to burn ## own chips. But if ## going that route the EEprom emulator is the best route to go

[xander061]

ill just probably buy the full kit next year from ecmlink, i was just wondering but the set up i have now i just was to be able to log

so if i get this cable and a keyspan it would work with tunerpro

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DSM-Data-Log...ht_3092wt_1271

[Spoolin92GSX]

Originally Posted by xander061

ill just probably buy the full kit next year from ecmlink, i was just wondering but the set up i have now i just was to be able to log

so if i get this cable and a keyspan it would work with tunerpro

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DSM-Data-Log...ht_3092wt_1271

Yes, that will work with a Keyspan, but you'll end up spending more than if you just buy the ECMLink cable and be done with it.

[xander061]

so this cable is what i should buy and it will work?

http://www.ecmtuning.com/product_info.php?products_id=42{11}12&osCsid=bfv5k bl17j4pebqocvcsth0av6

[Spoolin92GSX]

Yep, that's the one

[xander061]

Im still planning on using tunerpro to log but can i use ecmlink to log without having the chip(i know i can modify or tune the car until i get the kit)

[steve]

Originally Posted by xander061

Can i use ecmlink to log without having the chip(i know i can modify or tune the car until i get the kit)

I don't think ECMTuning ever released the version of the V3 client software that would talk to and log the factory ECU. At one time Tom was looking into plugable protocol modules and a factory OBD1 module was the proof of concept.

[91stocker]

Originally Posted by xander061

Im still planning on using tunerpro to log but can i use ecmlink to log without having the chip(i know i can modify or tune the car until i get the kit)

Do you have ostrich? Because you wont be able to use tunerpro with out it.

Like this:
Ostrich 2.0 : The New Breed

If your thinking about running tp, you could always use Jackal as well. Its a bit easier to get started then tp and has a built in logger that can be used on its own.

Its only $20 and when your ready to start tuning you will already have everything you need.

DS-MAP - Index

If you have an older laptop you can use the diy logger cable with out having to buy the keyspan. But if you need usb you can purchase the link cable and use it with Jackal with no problems.

[chrisverneuil]

You can log with tp with out having a ostrich. It just really sucks. You could get the palm logger. I ran that well before i had anything done to my car.

[Spoolin92GSX]

I greatly prefer the logger in TunerPro over MMCd, it's much easier to see/read and you can modify the sensors, as well as adding custom data points. Admittedly it's a little clunky to get used to, but it's FREE and POWERFUL- I'll deal with the learning curve

And you do not need Ostrich to log, only to tune/edit the ECU. Also Jackal is a lot more than $20 to be able to use, yes the software is $20 but you also need the sensors, wiring, and intake/intercooler piping to run speed density.

[xander061]

i ordered the ecmlink cable this morning and it was already labeled as shipped 30min later

[91stocker]

Originally Posted by Spoolin92GSX

And you do not need Ostrich to log, only to tune/edit the ECU. Also Jackal is a lot more than $20 to be able to use, yes the software is $20 but you also need the sensors, wiring, and intake/intercooler piping to run speed density.

Yes i should have mentioned that i meant to tune with tp you will need ostrich. But to log with Jackal you do not need anything other then a logging cable. You can use the logger separately from the tuner.

I used a $18 intake pipe and welded the iat on the stock tb elbow. Super simple set up.

[xander061]

im def goin with ecmlink for tuning just need something to monitor and log for now so i think tunerpro will be fine