Click on a link below to review the available demos or updates for CarChip and DriveRight software products. Then click the heading to begin downloading.
CarChip Firmware (Serial Port Versions)
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, Basic, v 1.51
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, E/X, v 1.51
11/2/05 CarChip Updater, Fleet, v 1.51
11/4/05 CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 1.51
CarChip Firmware (USB Versions)
NOTE: You must also update your CarChip Software to version 2.2.0 or your CarChip will not connect to your PC. (This is a free update, available below.)
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, E/X with Alarm, v 2.21
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, E/X, v 2.21
11/21/06 CarChip Updater, Basic, v 2.21
11/2106 CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 2.21
11/2106 CarChip Updater, Fleet, v. 2.21
CarChip Software (For All CarChip Versions)
05/04/06 CarChip Software, v 2.2.0
10/09/06 CarChip SDK, v 1.0.6
DriveRight
08/31/06 Fleet DriveRight v3.8.0 Update
08/31/06 Fleet DriveRight v3.7.0 Update
04/25/05 DriveRight Fleet Management Demo, v 3.4.0
03/31/04 DriveRight Fleet Update, v 2.6.2
03/31/04 DriveRight Personal Update, v 2.6.2
CarChip Updater, Basic, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Basic ( #8210 ) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Basic_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Basic (#8210 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Basic_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, E/X, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX ( #8220 ) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_EX_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX (#8220 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_EX_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet (#8240) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Fleet_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet ( #8240 only ), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Fleet_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v 1.51
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8244) only.
What's new in version v1.51
1. VPW protocol improved to address Flashing dash lights/Gauge Quitting problem in Pontiac Grand Prix and other GM/Chevy SUVs.
2. ISO/KWP protocol implementation is improved for bus contention.
3. CarChip now waits 4 seconds upon engine start before sending the first request.
4. Previous known protocol is attempted 3 times upon Engine start, if unsuccessful tries all the protocols.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the serial interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChip_Updater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v151.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8244 only), a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip_Updater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v151.exe
Released: 02-Nov-05
File size: 92 kb
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CarChip Updater, EX with Alarm, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX with Alarm (#8225) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_EX_with_Alarm_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX with Alarm (#8225 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_EX_with_Alarm_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, EX, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip EX (#8221) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_EX_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip EX (#8221 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_EX_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Basic, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Basic (#8211) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Basic_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Basic (#8211 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Basic_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet with Alarm, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8245) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet with Alarm (#8245 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Fleet_with_Alarm_v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Updater, Fleet, v2.21
Note: This firmware is for the CarChip Fleet (#8241) only.
What's new in version v2.21
1. Implemented support for One Second Speed Logging.
2. Implemented support for Readiness Monitor Code reporting.
3. Addressed problem of maximum speed spikes.
4. Re-arranged order of some records to help address ambiguity in trip starts and ends.
5. In the ISO/KWP protocols, added auto baud detection.
6. Improved ability to record and log information that helps identify vehicle communication problems.
To update your CarChip:
Simply connect your CarChip to your PC with the USB interface provided with CarChip and run this program (CarChipUpdater_Fleet_ v221.exe). It will automatically update the firmware in your CarChip.
Important Note: Before running the CarChip firmware upgrade program you must place it in the install directory of your current CarChip software.
This firmware update requires purchase of a CarChip Fleet (#8241 only), a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChipUpdater_Fleet_ v221.exe
Released: 21-Nov-06
File size: 116 kb
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CarChip Software v2.2.0
What's new in version 2.2.0
1. Support for 1 second speed sampling (Enabled in CarChip firmware 2.18 or later).
2. New Tools Menu.
3. Fuel Entry is now under the new tools menu.
4. Support for adding/removing and viewing fuel entries.
5. Support for viewing OBD Readiness Monitors.
6. Support for Trip Type Entry. Allows users to select whether a trip was for business/personal/commute/other.
7. Accumulates distance traveled between certain dates for each of the trip types and exports the data to a text file for viewing.
8. If the software attempts to reopen a database that has been either moved or deleted, the CarChip software will not crash.
9. If the software attempts to download more than 300 trips it will not crash.
What's new in version 2.1.0
1. Implemented Express & Full Walkthrough.
2. Assigns sequential Driver & Vehicle ID's starting from ID 1.
3. Automatically saves the document data without prompting for user intervention.
4. Improvements regarding display of home page and driver and vehicle summary pages.
5. Fixes problems with European version of Windows OS.
6. Fixes a bug that would improperly scale plots after canceling the plot setup screen.
7. Fixes a bug that would cause the program to crash if specific trouble codes were present in the downloaded data.
What's new in version 2.0.1
1. USB Support.
2. Support for toggling CarChip Alarm on/off (product #8225, #8245).
3. Support for toggling CarChip VIN mode on/off (product #8211, #8221, #8225, #8241, #8245).
This software update requires purchase of a CarChip, CarChipE/X, or CarChip Fleet (and Fleet Management Software), a PC running Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP and a serial or USB port to connect to the CarChip.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP
File name: CarChip_220_Setup.exe
Released: 02-May-06
File size: 5.69 MB
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Carchip SDK v1.0.6
The CarChip SDK is a development toolkit used by developers to interface with the CarChip device. All the SDK functions are encapsulated in the CarChipSDK.dll and can be accessed through the use of the header files "Structures.h" and "SDK.h" for C developers and the module "CarChipSDK.bas" for VB developers. The SDK kit acts as a high level tool and makes it much easier for developers to interface with a CarChip device.
What's new in version 1.0.6
CarChip.DLL version 1.7
DavisHid.DLL version 1.0.0.4 - USB Driver (Support for communicating with USB / CAN CarChips)
1. Handles the ReadinessCode introduced with firmware version 2.20.
2. Added GetLastErrorCodeStringLength() function that helps to allocate the correct buffer size needed by the calling routine for further processing.
3. Added GetSDKVersionComment(...) to obtain detailed information about the current version.
What's new in version 1.0.4
CarChip.DLL version 1.6.0.3
DavisHid.DLL version 1.0.0.4 - USB Driver (Support for communicating with USB CarChip's)
1. Changed function names from "EnableAlarm" and "IsAlarmEnabled" to "EnableBeep" and IsBeepEnabled".
2. Fixed crash that can occur if a bad/or corrupt time is retrieved on the CarChip.
3. Enhanced Accident log sorting routine. Fixed duplicate accident record problem.
4. Fixed memory crash after download.
5. Enhanced the robustness of the SDK. Properly handles memory corruption problems that can happen in the CarChip.
6. Avoid possible data corruption during download transfers. The DLL will re-download a page in memory if it finds any corruptions within that page.
7. Fixed ClearAccidentLogs() bug.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: CarChip SDK 1.0.6.exe
Released: 10-Oct-06
File size: 1.38 MB
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Fleet DriveRight v3.8.0 Update
Note: This is only for users with Fleet version 3.0.0 or higher.
What's New in 3.8.0
1. CarChip Fleet Pro is supported in this release.
2. GPS feature is implemented for CarChip Fleet Pro.
3. Wireless Download feature is extended to CarChip Fleet Pro.
4. The CarChip Alarm Volume feature is implemented.
5. Option to download all data in a CarChip or download only new data since last successful download, is implemented.
6. Speed Sample logging setting in Download Options is improved to give user more flexibility.
7. FMS is improved to handle trouble codes recorded during trip more accurately.
8. The access control to Corporate Structure now can be configured when add or edit user's privileges.
9. The problem that caused some values for Accel/Decel Limit in DriveRight not to be retained is fixed.
10. The factors in Drivers Safety Report formula are improved to make the performance score more accurate. Data Overflow problem for large fleet is solved.
11. MSDE installation is no longer supported by FMS installation.
What's New in 3.7.2 (June 2007)
1. PIN code transferred by SmartCard to DriveRight will not be mistakenly set to 0 when FMS accesses the DriveRight settings screen.
2. Duplicate trip records will not cause a download failure when using a non-English database.
What's New in 3.7.1 (April 2007)
1. Password encryption feature is added to FMS to enforce security.
2. FMS now supports multiple super users. User type can be changed by a Super User through Browse/Add Users Dialog.
3. Driver Safety Score calculation is corrected when the unit mode is set to Kilometer and KM/hr.
4. Database error handling improved during data downloads. User will receive a failure notification if database error occurs.
5. CarChip settings and their default values are enforced based on CarChip models and firmware version.
6. Database CarChip record is synchronized with the CarChip device after user changes the Alarm and LED state.
7. ACS SmartCard reader is the only card reader to be used with FMS for smart card data transfer.
8. ACS Proprietary Driver installation procedures and troubleshooting information are added to FMS Getting Started Guide and User’s Manual.
9. Wireless Devices table backup problem is fixed in SQLServer and Access Database.
10. Database configuration process is improved to enforce database security and avoid object ownership problem in MS SQLServer database.
11. Add Unit (mph or km/hr) support for Top Speed in Excessive Speed report.
12. Set date/time problem and date/time synchronization problem after download are solved for DriveRight500.
Note: This DriveRight update requires purchase of a DriveRight console, DriveRight software v3.0.0 or above, a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP/Vista and a serial port to connect to the DriveRight console.
Compatibility: mySQL and Oracle engines are not compatible with Windows Vista at this time.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP/Vista
File name of the update: dr380fleetUpgrade.exe
Released: 16-Nov-07
File size: 14.5 MB
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Fleet DriveRight v3.7.0 Update
Note: This is only for users with Fleet version 3.0.0 or higher.
What's New in 3.7.0
1. Wireless download capability. When used in conjunction with Davis Wireless On-Board Module (#8129) and Base Station for Wireless Download (#8130) data can be downloaded wirelessly from the vehicle.
2. The user is again required to enter the 8-digit registration number when FMS is started for the first time.
3. Upgrading FMS will not require the user to redefine the database type.
4. Stored procedures for Oracle database are integrated into FMS.
5. Data validation is added to ensure CarChip and DriveRight IDs are unique.
6. CarChip table import and export problem is fixed.
7. Download-only access right is properly applied to SmartCard operations.
8. Pin Code and Driver Logout Time now can be transferred to DriveRight using SmartCard.
9. Current location, displayed in the application title bar, is updated according user's modification.
10.GPS logging interval range is enforced to ensure accuracy of GPS logging hours.
11. Driver Logout Time for DriveRight will now correctly save the user's input.
12. Vehicles report is revised to contain all vehicles of the selected type (Light or Heavy) regardless whether the vehicle has an exclusive driver or not.
What's New in 3.6.0
1. The release date was removed from the application title bar.
2. Software supports the new DriveRight 600E.
3. Redundant GPS data is not written in the database to eliminate the erroneous "GPS data lost" message.
4. Software now handles downloading data greater than 365 days old properly.
5. Download Score in Driver Safety Report reports as 100 instead of 0 if Max Download Days is not available (shown as "---").
6. Days missing bug and Time Over Speed calculation was fixed. The longest Time Over Speed for one day that can be saved without causing a missing day record depends on user's database type: SQLServer/Access: 09:06:07, Oracle: 27:46:39, MySQL: 18:12:15
7. Oracle database stored procedures have been added.
8. Manual database creation scripts for SQLServer and Oracle have been added.
What's New in 3.5.0
1. Implemented batch editing feature.
2. Developed stored procedures for SQL Server to reduce logging time. Database administrators will have to add the stored procedures for Oracle database. Both these documents are placed under DOCS directory.
3. Added new fields to the CarChip database table for logging vehicle speed parameter, alarm & LED state.
4. Software displays the current location on the tile bar.
5. Software now logs trips in the database that occur in the same minute interval.
6. Implemented OBD readiness & trouble codes, for CarChip support.
7. Can now download a SmartCard with only download permissions. Previously SmartCard menu items were disabled for download only permissions.
8. Added new feature under Download Options for logging Vehicle Speed data in GPS database when using CarChip.
9. Fixed Days Since Last Download report. Previous version doesn’t display download dates for CarChip devices.
10. Displays exact trip start & end points on the MapPoint control in the software.
Note: This DriveRight update requires purchase of a DriveRight console, DriveRight software v3.0.0 or above, a PC running Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the DriveRight console.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/NT/2000/ME/XP
File name of the update: dr370fleetUpgrade.exe
Released: 09-Nov-06
File size: 11.5 MB
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Fleet Management Software Demo, v 3.4.0
This is a demonstration of our Fleet Management Software, including a sample database of driver and vehicle data. This demo will take you through some of the most common uses of Davis's DriveRight technology and give you an idea of the scope and power of this versatile software package. Please note that several functions are disabled in the demonstration version.
What's new in v3.4.0
1. Corporate reporting.
2. USB support for CAN CarChips.
3. Minor bug fixes in database browser.
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Platform: Windows 98SE/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name: FMSDemo340.exe
Released: 26-Apr-05
File size: 26.5 MB
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Fleet DriveRight 2.6.2 Update
Personal DriveRight 2.6.2 Update
What's New in 2.6.2
1. You can now add addresses in languages other than English
2. The calibration number calculation for selected VSS PPM values was fixed for 500AL.
3. The file debug.txt is now created when the program is started to assist with debugging any program startup problems the user may encounter.
4. The download.db file was added to this upgrade package.
What's New in 2.6.1
1. A "Days Since Last Download" report was added to the Reports menu.
2. The time and date on the DriveRight device being downloaded using Host Mode is now displayed in the history window.
3. The DriveRight software updates the tables path in the idapi.cfg file every time you run the software.
4. The Set Odometer function for the 500AL was fixed.
5. The program does not try to write GPS data for DriveRights which have GPS logging turned off.
Note: This DriveRight update requires purchase of a DriveRight console, DriveRight Fleet or Personal software v2.01 or above, a PC running Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP and a serial port to connect to the DriveRight console.
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Platform: Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP
File name of the fleet update: dr262fleetUpgrade.exe
File name of the personal update: dr262personalUpgrade.exe
Released: 26-Mar-04
File size: 15.5 MB
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