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The shareware version of Ross-Tech's VAG-COM package - version 409.1 - was written in 2004, and so was never designed to work with Windows 7.
- Select 'Disable Driver Signature Enforcement' (press number on keyboard for option shown on screen) Once the system starts, install the diagnostic interface drivers as you would on Windows 7 Windows Vista & 7 required signed all.sys files (we use usbser.sys shipped by Microsoft with valid digital signature).
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Ross-Tech have since released VCDS-Lite, which is compatible with Windows Vista / 7, and so is a better option.
However, should you still wish to use VAG-COM 409.1, it can be made to do so if installed correctly, using the steps below.
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Stage 1: Install the USB drivers for the interface
To get your interface up and running, you need to install software device drivers for the USB interface.
If you are installing the package on a PC that is connected to the internet, Windows 7 can automatically locate and install suitable drivers via Windows Update.
Just connect the interface to a USB port on the computer - Windows will then show a notification that it is locating and installing device drivers...
...and then another message when the installation is complete...
If the PC you are installing on is not connected to the internet, you will need to download the drivers via another PC and install them before connecting the interface. Windows 7 compatible drivers are available here:
Once the drivers are installed, you need to determine which COM port has been assigned to the interface by Windows. To do this you need to go into the Windows Device Manager.
Find the 'Computer' link on the desktop or the Start Menu, click the Right Mouse Button on it and choose Properties:
When the 'System' box appears, click on the Device Manager link on the left hand side:
Then when the Device Manager window appears, click on the arrow next to 'Ports (COM & LPT)' to see which COM port has been assigned to your interface - it will show as a 'USB Serial Port':
VAG-COM 409.1 can only connect to a COM port between COM1 and COM4.
- If the port number assigned to your interface is between 1 and 4, remember which port it's on, then skip to stage 3 - installing VAG-COM.
- If the port number assigned to your interface is higher than 4 (in the example above it is COM8), then you will need to change the port number.
To do this, double-click on the USB Serial Port to go into its properties, then click on the Port Settings tab:
Then click on the 'Advanced' button - this will show you a list of all the COM port numbers you could assign to the interface. Select a port number between 1 and 4 then press ok (if possible choose one that is not shown as 'in use'):
Once that is done, click ok until you are back to the Windows desktop.
Stage 3: Download and install the VAG-COM Software
Next you need to download VAG-COM 409.1 from the Ross-Tech website:
www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/download/archives.html
(Use the link for version 409.1 - shown as 'For MODERN SERIAL Interfaces')
Save the file to your computer, then run it.
When installing VAG-COM on Windows 7, it is important that you do NOT install it within the 'Program Files' folder. Windows 7 protects this folder and prevents programs from writing files into it, which would prevent VAG-COM from working.
So when you see the screen showing the location for installation, change it to another folder, e.g. C:Ross-TechVAG-COM:
Once you have changed the installation location, click install, and wait for it to complete installation. The installer may not give a confirmation window - it may just disappear when it is finished.
Stage 4: Configure the VAG-COM softwareFinally there are a few changes you need to make to get the software up and running.
VAG-COM requires administrator access to function, so find the shortcut to 'VAG-COM Release 409-1', click the Right Mouse Button on it, and choose Properties.
Then on the Properties page, select the 'Compatibility' tab, and tick the option marked 'Run this program as an administrator':
Click on 'Apply', then 'OK'.
You may need to repeat this for the shortcut on the Start Menu.
That should be all the preparation done. The final step is to open the VAG-COM software by that shortcut, go into the Options page, then select the COM port your interface is configured on:
Once you've selected the port, click Test, then OK. You should now be able to use the software.
OBDKey Software
OBDKey has first class original software supplied on a 2.0 GB USB flash drive (memory stick) with each product.
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Engine Access Test Support Program
Download and run this test program on your Windows PC to connect to your OBDKey hardware. Useful for providing feedback on your car's diagnostic system. For USB and Bluetooth only (serial interface).
OBDKey for PC - designed for your Windows PC
OBDKey for Pocket PC - designed for your Windows Mobile 5.0 and Windows Mobile 6.x devices
OBDKey for Smartphone - designed for your Windows Mobile 5.0 and Windows Mobile 6.x devices
OBDKey for Palm - designed for your Palm PDA
OBDKey for Android - 'OBDKey Mobile', 'OBDKey Fault Code Reader' and 'ECU Access Tester' available from the Google Android MarketPlace.
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OBDKey Makes the Connection
OBDKey makes the connection between your car and your own computer (PC, PDA, Palm or mobile phone) so you can see what is happening inside yours car's electronic systems.
OBDKey uses your Windows PC, Windows Mobile phone, Android Phone, iPhone / iPod Touch, Palm handheld or mobile phone computer to provide a flexible vehicle testing tool using the computing power you already own.
The software supplied on a 2.0 GB USB flash drive (memory stick) with the OBDKey vehicle interface is simple to install, simple to manage and understand, and provides powerful insights to the workings of your vehicle's electronic systems.
All the software is supplied is included on a 2.0 GB USB flash drive (memory stick) with the OBDKey unit at no extra cost and with no on-going costs. Support and updates will be provided from this web site for the OBDKey vehicle interface.
OBDKey is shipped with vehicle diagnostic software applications for mobile phones, handheld computers and portable computers.
Software included for Windows Pocket PC (PDA, Mobile)
OBDGauge - The Classic OBD Software for the Pocket PC. Enhanced with night time mode colours!
Supports Windows Mobile 6.0 (WM6),Windows Mobile 5.0 and earlier versions of Pocket PC.
Supports both landscape and portrait views
Requires a minimum of .Net Compact Framework 1.0 to be installed (the redistributable package is supplied) .Net Compact Framework 2.0 or better is required for Windows Mobile 6.
Displays live sensor data
Fully automated
Connection via Bluetooth or USB port (where the device supports)
Last connection recalled from memory for faster connection.
Access from COM1 to COM8
Day time and night time colour options to assist in dark or bright conditions
Reads diagnostic trouble codes
Clears the 'check engine' (MIL) light, freeze frames and all trouble codes.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) description for generic trouble codes
Log to a binary file for reading back with Microsoft Excel or other data and spreadsheet packages.
Display sensor data in SI (metric), US (imperial) or UK (as SI, but with miles shown for distances) units.
Graphed sensors show maximum, minimum, and current values.
Performance monitors included for time and distance measurements between two speed settings (e.g. 0 to 60 mph) and fixed distance runs (say 1/4 mile testing)
Fully automatic demonstration mode supported.
Windows Mobile System Requirements
Pocket PC devices running Windows Mobile 6, Windows Mobile 5, Pocket PC 2002 or Pocket PC 2003 (4.2).
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 or higher (if your computer is running an operating system other than Windows 7 or Windows Vista), or Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 or higher (if your computer is running Windows 7 or Windows Vista)
2 MB (minimum) free space on the device where OBDKey software, fault code database and all other components are installed on the device.
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| OBDGauge - Day Time Colours Sensors (simulated data) | OBDGauge - Day Time Colours More Sensors (simulated data) |
| OBDGauge - Night Time Colours Sensors (simulated data) | OBDGauge - Night Time Colours More Sensors (simulated data) |
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NEW DashView - Use your Pocket PC for a more graphical representation of your vehicle's performance data
Supports Windows Mobile 5.0 and earlier versions of Pocket PC.
Requires a minimum of .Net Compact Framework 1.0 to be installed (the redistributable package is supplied)
Displays live sensor data
Fully automated
Connection via Bluetooth or USB port (where the device supports)
Last connection recalled from memory for faster connection.
Access from COM1 to COM8
Day time and night time colour options to assist in dark or bright conditions
Each gauge has a high and low coloured dial which may be set by the user.
Fully automatic demonstration mode supported.
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| DashView - Day time view of Dials (simulated data) | DashView - Night time view of Dials (simulated data) |
Software included for Windows PC
Supports Windows 8, Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 98 and Me.
Displays live diagnostic sensor data
Reads diagnostic trouble codes
Reads freeze frame data
Reads oxygen sensor parameters
Clears the 'check engine' (MIL) light, freeze frames and all trouble codes.
Fully automated
Connection via Bluetooth or USB port.
Last connection recalled from memory for faster connection.
Access from COM1 to COM99
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) description for generic trouble codes
Graphs for sensors with automatic height adjustment to highlight small variations in data patterns
Oxygen sensor monitoring test results
Continuous monitors results and status supported.
Log to a comma delimited file for reading back with Microsoft Excel or other data and spreadsheet packages.
Records VIN from the vehicle, when the vehicle supports it.
OBD compliance for the vehicle under test is displayed
Display sensor and freeze frame data in SI (metric), US (imperial) or UK (as SI, but with miles shown for distances) units.
Highlighted sensors show maximum, minimum, average and current values.
Performance monitors included for time and distance measurements between two speed settings (e.g. 0 to 60 mph) and fixed distance runs (say 1/4 mile testing)
Incorporates ScanFrame feature to capture all sensors readings at the click of a button.
Fully automatic demonstration mode supported.
Windows System Requirements
Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 133 MHz or higher Pentium compatible CPU. 64 MB RAM minimum, 300 MB (minimum) hard disk space where OBDKey software, fault code database and all other components are installed.
OBDKey PC - Loading Software and Fault Code Database
OBDKey PC - Sensors View
(simulated data)
OBDKey PC - Detailed Sensor Data View
OBDKey PC - Capture a snap shot of all sensors at any time with a ScanFrame
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OBDKey PC - Performance Measuring (Speed and Distance)
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OBDKey PC - ECU On Board Test Monitors
(simulated data)
OBDKey PC - Freeze Frame Data Table
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OBDKey PC - Fault Code Data Tables
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Software included for Windows Smartphones
Supports Windows Mobile 5.0 for Smartphone, Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition for Smartphone, Windows Powered Smartphone 2003
Displays live diagnostic sensor data
Reads diagnostic trouble codes
Reads oxygen sensor parameters
Clears the 'check engine' (MIL) light, freeze frames and all trouble codes.
Fully automated
Connection via Bluetooth
Last connection recalled from memory for faster connection.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) description for generic trouble codes
Continuous monitors results and status supported.
Displays sensor data in SI (metric) units
Sensors data colour coded for increasing and decreasing values.
Fully automatic demonstration mode supported.
Windows Mobile Smartphone System Requirements
Before installing the OBDKey software on your Windows Mobile Smartphone, you must install the following software on your computer.
Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 or higher if your computer is running an operating system other than Windows Vista
Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 or higher if your computer is running Windows 7 or Windows Vista
OBDKey software is for Mobile Powered Smartphone devices running Windows Mobile 2003 (4.2), Windows Mobile 5, or Windows Mobile 6.
2 MB (minimum) free space on the device where OBDKey software, fault code database and all other components are installed on the device.
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Software included for Palm devices
NEW VERSION - Includes Support for Palm TX
Displays live sensor data
Connection via Bluetooth
Last connection recalled from memory for faster connection.
Reads diagnostic trouble codes
Clears the 'check engine' (MIL) light, freeze frames and all trouble codes.
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) description for generic trouble codes
Log to a binary file for reading back with Microsoft Excel or other data and spreadsheet packages.
Display sensor data in SI (metric), US (imperial) or UK (as SI, but with miles shown for distances) units.
Graphed sensors show maximum, minimum, and current values.
Performance monitors included for time and distance measurements between two speed settings (e.g. 0 to 60 mph) and fixed distance runs (say 1/4 mile testing)
Palm Screen Shots
Palm System Requirements
Amoi-a500 Diagnostics Interface (com8) Driver Download For Windows 8.1
Palm OS 3.5, 4.0, 4.1 or 5.0. Palm Desktop 4.0 or 4.01. 2 MB (minimum) free space on the device where OBDKey software, fault code database and all other components are installed on the device.
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