Description:
Caterpillar ET3 Adapter III 317-7485
is the latest generation of the CAT Communication Adapter group,and
replaces the CAT Comm Adapter II. This is the only recommended
communication device for CAT,and the only datalink device that will
allow you to properly communicate with a CAT engine on dual datalinks.
This function is needed for some CAT ET (Electronic Technician)
functions.
Function:
1.Display “Logged Event Codes” to show engine over speeds,High temperatures, fuel consumption, etc.
2.View ECM’s current configuration and change user settings
3.Perform diagnostic tests and calibrations, and calibrate
4.Electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic components
5.Context sensitive help leads operator through every task Cat ET can perform
6.Data Logger and Data Log Viewer allows recording of ECM signals for delayed troubleshooting capability.
Functionalities Shows all operating conditions that cause high repair costs such as:
Over speeds, high temperatures, fuel consumption, transmission shift
counts. This can provide awareness to change operator Cat “ET Trainer”
is now included in ET Program. It allows Users to train and practice
using Heavy Duty Truck Scan Tool Cat ET without a Communications adapter or Electronic Control Module (ECM).This is a free feature of Cat ET.
Communication:
1. Allows communication between service tools and engine controls using
various data links such as J1939/11, DeviceNet (future release), CAT
DataLink, and J1708 (ATA) vehicle networks
2. Flash program allows adapter firmware upgrades as additional features become available
3. Uses J1939/11, high-speed data link (part of ADEM III controls), substantially reducing flash times
4. Automatically selects J1939/11 when flashing the engine (reduces the
flash time approximately 80%, from 14 minutes to 3 minutes).
Specification:
1.ECM Summary screen lists every control module on equipment
2.Being tested and gives information on these modules.
3.Fast hookup and real time display of systems status. Displays
,readings such as rpm, boost, pressures, temperatures, etc. for Easy
troubleshooting.
4.Identifies faulty sensors, harness connectors, and system parameters which are out of specification. Allows customers
5.To help dealer identify problems without visiting machine.
6.Identifies intermittent sensors and wiring problems during Machine
operation and keeps a record of each one. Showswhen problem occurred and
how often it happened.
7.Added information to allow customer to assist dealer in diagnosing and
repairing problems. (Troubeshooting Help is not built in with in the
program, you will still need go back to books in order to follow a
repair description and steps in each Fault Code display within the
program).English and metric units of measure integrated help file to
easy learn the “How To” around the software.
I wrote a guide to install it and I uploaded the patch and the drivers here, including how to solve the connection trouble on the Windows XP SP3 computer (Error #434: The requested baud is invalid) This is because you need to patch ET 2011A.
I know that anything isn’t going to work like the original, but at this time is the tool I have in my hands.
For those like me, I upload the files and I put the links on the attach bellow:
Cat ET 2011A PATCH
https://mega.co.nz/#!jQpgQbJY!hlywN6fLOA_1iojqdj0kToQRWrFsnHPDWiBHCJNEag0
CommunicationAdapterServer
https://mega.co.nz/#!vFxAHKrB!FWoVp6lQ9PeSfnDVuneITmn9gZmLt5iYi6k0gnbIFuo
CP210X USB to UART Driver
https://mega.co.nz/#!iJxhwAbZ!Ph3OtDQAr1l-uKckoBe1Rg51_l3rKpUKcaI3hNpv4bY
FTDI USB to UART Driver
https://mega.co.nz/#!TY5ijLqD!o_ZVBqU5jVeQjPrF3_VjyApMbYf0TLLPf_mjvbC3IzM
Here a leave the instructions:
* Clean install
* Install ET 2011A
* Install FTDI USB to UART Driver
* Install CP210X USB to UART Driver
* Open the ET 2011A. Click “Utilities” > “License Cat ET” > Generate code and paste it.
* If your OS is Windows XP goto step 7 or Windows 7/8 goto step 8.
* Copy “CommunicationAdapterServer.exe” to “\Program Files\Common Files\Offboard Information Products”
* ONLY IF WINDOWS 7/8. Open Cat ET 2011A Patch. Select unit and os
guest (32 or 64 bits). And click Patch, it would show you Patched it
message OK.
* Reboot computer.
* Connect USB and bluetooth and wait to install and disconnect them.
* Go to properties on “My computer”, open hardware management and check USB and bluetooth com port number.
* Open the ET 2011A and goto Utilities->Preferences->Communications
Select “Heavy Duty Truck diagnostic Scanner Caterpillar Comm Adapter II (Dual Data Link/Serial lP)
Select the same COM port as you noticed in step 11 (USB or bluetooth the one you already connected. 1 only)
It works now. I tested it on a Cat 950G and it show me the 3 ECM, however I’m having trouble to connect with a Cat 416E, I get the message check cable connection, no cable detected.
But it works perfect on a Cat 950G.
Regards.