EScan Download and Installation of latest version - Rev 1.13:

Checking your software version:
To see what version you are currently using load your EScan software, click on the "Help" tab and then click the "About" text in the upper left hand corner of your screen.

This can also be installed and used in Demo Mode to learn how the EScan works if you do not already own one.

• Download http://www.automotivetestsolutions.com/download/EScanInstall.zip (~38MB) to your desktop.
• Double-click on the downloaded file on your desktop to view the zipped contents.
• Double-click on Setup (Application) to install the EScan. If the installer asks you if it is OK to uninstall the existing version allow it to do so and then run the Setup again to install the new version.
• Note that the EScan program will only run if you have the ATS EScan interface hardware connected to an OBDII port with power (Key On) unless you run it in Demo Mode.
• See bottom of page for driver and Windows VISTA information.
• Fixed Regional Setting that would prevent proper comma/decimal point conversion on Windows computers that are setup for languages that use commas instead of decimal points.

Revision History (most recent version can be downloaded above):

• 3/11/2008: Rev 1.13:

  • Added CAN addressing and filtering to decrease the possibility of reading incorrect DTCs, Mode6, or other data.

  • Made the faster multi-PID CAN mode work better on vehicles that previously would not work in this mode such as Chryslers.

  • Changed temperature checks to also work if engine is not running to alert bad sensor readout when the engine is stopped.

  • Added "Get Veh.Inf." button on main EScan tab that will read additional Mode9 data (Cal. IDs, Cal CVN#s, and IPT) besides just the VIN like was done previously.

  • Added "Mark Continuous Data (Page Up)" button that will mark points on data that is being saved continuously.  This is to remember significant events in time while doing a long record.

• 11/14/2007: Rev 1.12:

  • Fixed a problem in rev 1.11 that prevented calculated PIDs from being displayed in the graphs or digital readouts.  No other changes were made in this release.

• 10/25/2007: Rev 1.11:

  • Enabled SharpSHOOTER Power tab.

  • Enabled "Set Engine" selector on VE page that uses more accurate VE calculations on engines in database.  Note that our database of engines will continue to grow over time.  This will make VE calculations for specific engines more accurate that the generic engine setting.

  • Added Pop-up to show O2 sensor locations for different vehicles.  There is a new button on the Monitors, O2, and SharpSHOOTER/Cat Eff tabs that allows you to access drawings of O2 sensor locations for different engines.

  • Added Speed to Temperature Chart

  • Added EID CAN bus protocol which is used on some CAN vehicles.

  • Added error note to the Catalyst Efficiency test about setting the proper Front & Rear O2 sensors for each bank.

  • Fixed problem where Info light gray-out would flash grayed and then ungrayed at startup.

  • Changed Mode 6 CAN to not show yellow (close to limit) if Min, Max, and Values are equal.

  • Added Jaguar, Mercedes, and Suzuki to manufacture specific DTCs.

• 5/7/2007: Rev 1.10:
  • Added independent scales to Dual/Combo graph and auto scaling to each trace.
  • Added 50 points to possibilities for #points graphed (shows finer resolution).
  • Added to Toyota Mode6 coverage.
  • Fixed a problem that caused KWP2000 communications error in Rev 1.09.
  • Removed Vacuum tab because Vacuum (MAP sensor) will soon be used as an option on the Volumetric Efficiency tab as another way to calculate Volumetric Efficiency.  This is expected to be released with version 1.11.
  • Windows VISTA support:
    • Note that NI VISA 4.1 or newer driver is required required (see driver below).
    • Now works with Belkin USB/RS232 adapter (see driver below).
    • Now works with Bluetooth wireless.
    • We still recommend using Windows XP because VISTA is new and hasn't been fully tested in multiple circumstances on multiple computers.
• 4/2/2007: Rev 1.09:
  • Trouble Shooting Examples: Added "TR" button to access popup screen with several examples of how to use the EScan to troubleshoot drivability problems. Note that more and more examples will be added over time.
  • Sharp SHOOTER Volumetric Efficiency:
    • Added TAF and VE calculated PIDs. Cchanged labels on VE page.
    • Added VE calculation info to VE help text.
    • Changed default VE corrections.
    • Added Air Temp and Altitude to VE Pop-up.
    • Added VE Entered Info pop-up to calculated VE and TAF PID select.
  • Sharp SHOOTER Catalyst Efficiency: Subtracted 10% for each color range (i.e. doesn't turn yellow until below 80% instead of 90% like before).
  • Sharp SHOOTER Temperature: Enabled initial Sharp SHOOTER temperature warm-up rate functionality.
  • Graphs:
    • Changed max graph points to 5000.
    • Enabled Stacked & Dual/Combo graph scroll bars, measurement arrow, and “Number of Points Displayed” whenever Hold is on.
    • Added "None" to data channel select options.
    • Added the ability to select the PID order of graphed loaded data.
  • Significantly speeded up PWM (Ford) communication rate.
  • Fixed error that would occasionally cause incorrect fuel trim readings due to multiple ECUs responding (seen on VPW).
  • Fixed error that would occur on some CAN vehicles when duplicate DTC or Pending code responses occurred.
  • Fixed error that prevented some higher level PIDs from being available.
  • Windows VISTA Support:
    • We now have the EScan working in VISTA but only under specific circumstances.
    • Presently, we've only been able to use it on computers that have built in RS232 ports or with the IOGear "ATEN" USB/RS232 adapter with updated drivers installed.
    • The Belkin USB/RS232 adapter and the BlueTooth adapter that we normally sell do not yet have VISTA drivers from their manufactures.
    • We still recommend using Windows XP but will continue to work towards better VISTA support.
• 1/26/2007: Rev 1.08:
  • Added setup option to change bus type from automatic to specific bus type.
  • Added options to change sensors used on CE test.
  • Mode6:
    • Updated Chrysler Data through 2007.
    • Updated Honda/Acura Data through 2007, including CAN.
    • Added Isuzu Data.
    • Added Honda Passport Data -Same as Isuzu Data.
    • Added SAAB Data, including CAN.
    • Added several Saturn and Cadillac vehicles.
    • Fixed problem where last out of set of CAN Mode6 bytes was ignored on some multi OBDMID/TID combinations.
  • Fixed problem with cross rate in calculated PIDs (rates displayed were swapped).
  • Added Temperature Compensation for VE calculation.
  • Added prevention of erroneous HEX valued DTCs and Pending Codes unless values are in database.
• 10/15/2006: Rev 1.07:
  • Fixed problem with vehicles that had non-PCM ECUs respond first.  This problem was usually noticeable if only a few PIDs showed up on PID list and occurred on some Chryslers and other ISO vehicles.  This version of the EScan distinguishes the PCM ECU from others.
  • Some Mode6 and DTC explanation changes.
  • Info tab "# Codes" now updates after clearing DTCs.
  • Minor speed improvments.
  • Improved accuracy of PID Time calculation.
• 9/18/2006: Rev 1.06:
  • Numerous Mode6 changes and additional coverage.
  • Added option to read all or read selected Mode6 data continuously.
  • Added help buttons for "Mode6" and "DTCs" tabs.
  • Fixed VIN reading for non-CAN vehicles.
  • Changed Monitors to more visible LEDs instead of check boxes.
  • Re-arranged Monitors layout to be more logical.
  • Added "Monitors Complete" indicator and monitors "# not run" to Info tab.
  • Added additional support of ISO vehicles.
• 8/24/2006: Rev 1.05:
  • Added Options screen that allows changing of CAN multiple PID read mode and Demo Mode.
  • Added initial Sharp SHOOTER™ Vacuum tab.
  • Multiple Mode6 changes: Added and modified data for multiple manufacturers.
  • Info/Time to Engine Temp: Added Orange color and "Warming Too Fast" if warming too fast. - Added "Warming Too Slow" text for warming too slow.
  • Fixed problem with non-CAN Mode6 reads if I16 data.
  • Added Text Reports: Save, Load, and Print Text Report Data buttons on Controls tab.
  • Added Demo Mode button to make it easy to change on & off.
  • Added Animated Help Videos for Fuel Trim and Volumetric Efficiency.

• 7/24/2006: Rev 1.04:

• Added routine to automatically search for and find the serial port that the EScan is connected to. Also added an indicator for the EScan being in or out of demo mode.
• Mode 6 changes: Fixed problem with reading low limits. Added Mode 6 data for GM, Chrysler, and Ford.

• 7/7/2006: Rev 1.03:

  • Mode 6 changes: Added Nissan, Added additional vehicles for Toyota and Lexus, Changes to Chrysler data, added Honda/Acura data. Alphabetized Makes and made other minor changes.

• 6/20/2006: Rev 1.02:

  • Mode6 changes to Chrysler data and added Honda/Acura data.

  • Changed MIL Info Light and #DTCs to also read pending codes and be yellow if pending.

  • Changed order of tabs (DTCs & Monitors earlier).

  • Added VE Multipliers to screen.

  • Added yellow background color to Mode 6 Test Value background if close to limit.

• 6/13/2006: Rev 1.01:

  • Added different color background on PID list to distinguish Calculated PIDs.

  • Changed requirements for Cat Test Rear O2 to turn green.

  • Added note to "snap throttle twice" for the O2 test.

• 6/11/2006: Rev 1.00: Initial Release.

  Vista & XP Drivers for USB to Serial Adapters:

  Below are download links for USB to Serial adapters sold with EScans.  If you are upgrading from XP to VISTA you probably need to download one of the below drivers.  To install, download and unzip the appropriate driver file.  Then read the "Installation Directions.txt" file for details.

  • www.atsnm.com/download/BelkinF5U409.zip Belkin Adapter (came with most EScans after 2006)

  • www.atsnm.com/download/IOGearGUC232A.zip IOGear adapter (most EScans through 2006)

  NI VISA Driver:

  If you are using Windows VISTA you will also need the NI VISA (version 4.1 or newer) driver to be installed on your computer for the EScan to work with all types of serial adapters (direct, USB, & Bluetooth). If you have already installed a driver for other ATS diagnostic products you should already have this driver installed and you can contact ATS to verify. See the below link to install NI VISA:

  • Download visa410runtime.exe (~30MB) and save to your hard drive.

  • Run the downloaded file and allow it to unzip.

  • Run the unzipped installer (should run automatically after unzipping).

  • Accept all defaults and reboot if asked.

  Adobe Flash Player:

  If you have problems running the Flash videos within the EScan, i.e. if the show a white screen when you play them, you may need to download the latest version of the Adobe Flash Player. You can get this by going to http://www.adobe.com/ and pressing the “Get ADOBE FLASH PLAYER” link.