Davis Instruments 8221 User Manual
CarChip Online Help Printable Version
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CarChip Software version 2.1 includes the following changes:
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New Option in the Setup Menu's
Walkthrough
. The Walkthrough process has been divided into
two different processes:
Express Setup
and
Full Setup
. The Full Setup option provides all the
same functionality of the Walkthrough process available in previous versions of the CarChip
software. The Express Setup option is a shorter, quicker version of the walkthrough.
software. The Express Setup option is a shorter, quicker version of the walkthrough.
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Updated the software and firmware to support the European version of Windows OS.
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Anytime a new driver or vehicle is added in the Add Driver or Add Vehicle dialog box, it is now
assigned a sequentially numbered ID.
assigned a sequentially numbered ID.
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CarChip software automatically saves program data without being prompted by the user.
CarChip Software version 2.0 includes the following changes:
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This version of the software changed to add USB support.
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The audible alarm available on the CarChip with Alarm (# 8225) and CarChip Fleet with Alarm
Models (# 8245) can be toggled on an off from the CarChip Menu.
Models (# 8245) can be toggled on an off from the CarChip Menu.
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The Enable VIN feature can now be toggled on and off from the CarChip Menu.
Incompatible Vehicle List
Davis Instruments keeps an updated listing of all the US market vehicles that are currently not compatible
with the CarChip. See the
with the CarChip. See the
CarChip Compatibility List
for more information on the vehicles exclusions
and conflicts for the CarChip model you are currently using.
What is OBDII?
OBDII, or "on-board diagnostics two", is the on-board automotive diagnostics system that has been
required by the EPA on every new motor vehicle sold in the USA since 1996. OBDII is also found on many
vehicles sold internationally since 1996. The on-board diagnostics monitors virtually every component that
can affect vehicle emissions and many other vehicle functions and operations as well. Any detected
problems will be recorded by the system and will cause the vehicle's check engine light to be illuminated.
required by the EPA on every new motor vehicle sold in the USA since 1996. OBDII is also found on many
vehicles sold internationally since 1996. The on-board diagnostics monitors virtually every component that
can affect vehicle emissions and many other vehicle functions and operations as well. Any detected
problems will be recorded by the system and will cause the vehicle's check engine light to be illuminated.
OBDII is an outgrowth of earlier similar diagnostic systems which were created in the 1980's to monitor
vehicle emission controls.
vehicle emission controls.
See Also:
OBDII Freeze Frame
CarChip Specifications
One Year Limited Warranty
We warrant our products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of
original purchase. While we make every effort to carefully manufacture our products to the highest
standards of quality, occasionally parts may be found to be missing, defective, or damaged.
original purchase. While we make every effort to carefully manufacture our products to the highest
standards of quality, occasionally parts may be found to be missing, defective, or damaged.
If you have a defective part, return the product to us, shipping charges prepaid. Include proof of purchase
and a written explanation of the trouble. During the warranty period, we will, at our option, either repair
or replace the product free of charge.
and a written explanation of the trouble. During the warranty period, we will, at our option, either repair
or replace the product free of charge.
This warranty does not cover damage due to improper installation or use, negligence, accident, or
unauthorized service, or incidental or consequential damages beyond Davis products themselves. Implied
warranties are limited in duration to the life of the limited warranty.
unauthorized service, or incidental or consequential damages beyond Davis products themselves. Implied
warranties are limited in duration to the life of the limited warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights, which vary from state to state and country to
country.
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights, which vary from state to state and country to
country.