Bluetooth ELM 327 Diagnostics USB Cable

by Elandpower

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B004B7YXOM
• Item model number: QL-EB327
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (80 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #331 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
  • #25 in Automotive > Interior Accessories > Antitheft
  • #25 in Electronics > Car Electronics > Car Security
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 8, 2010

Product Description

The program is very user-friendly, and easy to learn. The package includes software for reading and resetting codes. Gnet's DigitalDash 5, a front end software for a Car PC that includes OBD functionality when the device is connected to your car pc. The processor is compatible with the AT command set for the widest compatibility with freeware and commercial programs written for the ELM series of interface chips from Elm Electronics. The connection to the computer is USB via a built in USB to serial converter.

Customer Reviews

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Buyer beware, August 31, 2011

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T. Fillmen (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bluetooth ELM 327 Diagnostics USB Cable (Electronics)

I purchased this particular ELM327 interface which arrived quickly and the packaging was fine. I plugged it into the car and noticed the diagnostic lights were positioned against the underside of the dash. The device slowly linked up to Torque (Android phone app), and would update very slowly, or freeze up intermittently.

I bought another scanner, only this time it was labeled Soliport ELM 327, and it works flawless.

A few differences I should point out between the two units. I will refer to the problematic scanner as A and the good, working one as B.

- [A] has a nub on the back end of the case, where [B] is flat

- The cut-out notch/tab for the ODBII interface on [B] is on the same side as the label and diagnostic lights

- The product image for [B] showed the cut-out notch/tab being on the same side as the label and diagnostic lights

- [B] syncs up quickly and provides almost instant stats (there is about a fraction of a second delay which was to be expected)

- The mini-CD that comes with [B], arrived in a mini jewel case, while the mini-CD that came with [A] was in a paper sleeve

- When linked via Bluetooth, [A] displayed as CBT, while [B] displayed as OBDII

In conclusion, I am not sure if the first model I purchased was a knockoff or just a different version. Your best bet I think is to search for the "Soliport" version of this device. Also, ensure that your purchase is fully covered under Amazon's return policy, as you stand a chance of receiving the faulty version.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Useful, March 12, 2011

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M. Darby (Western PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bluetooth ELM 327 Diagnostics USB Cable (Electronics)

I purchased this product knowing that it might not be the best Bluetooth OBDII interface on the market. I use it to interface with Torque on a Motorola Droid.

The product is housed in hard plastic and seems very well put together. It does not seem prone to breakage and easily survives drops of five feet to solid pavement with minimal cosmetic damage.

As for connectivity I have not experienced any interruption while driving with the phone fixed to the center console (approx. distance from phone to device no more than one meter).

I have not attempted to use the software that came with the device. In fact, I'm fairly sure that I've thrown it away. Torque is well worth the extra few dollars and having logs on hand in the phone that I use day to day is useful.

I've used this product to read codes for several family members although this service is provided for free by many automotive supply outlets. Combined with an iphone or android based phone and good software it provides data readouts which in my opinion makes it well worth the price. It's also nice to know that with the same software one can increase gas mileage by improving driving efficiency.

Overall I rated this product as five stars because it is inexpensive when compared to other devices and serves it's function admirably.

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great with 2001 Audi A6, May 13, 2011

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Lautoka "waiyavi" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bluetooth ELM 327 Diagnostics USB Cable (Electronics)

I have purchased and used this bluetooth device. I have successfully paired it to my Nokia N95 phone, and used it in the following vehicles... 2001 Audi A6, 2007 Toyota 4Runner, 2008 Toyota Rav4. It allows me to capture and/or see data while driving, and even reset codes while driving. You can plug it in and leave it in place to utilize whenever you feel the need, just take out your phone and start the app. I haven't found any significant battery drainage even after parking for 2 weeks during a trip out of town. The device is well built, solid, and worth the money. The great thing about using with a smart phone is that one can utilize multiple apps to access this data, I currently use Automobile <auto-mobile.ca>, ODBScope <obdscope.com>, and RaceChrono <racechrono.com>. Small enough to carry in your pocket and, of course, you can plug it into a friends car and monitor/reset their engine stats during a trip.