Scan tool can adapter
US7324550B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L2012/40273
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for data communication is provided to use with existing or future scan tool. The apparatus is an adapter that couples with the scan tool and a communication network interface on a vehicle. The adapter allows CAN communication or other communication protocols between the scan tool and the communication network interface on a vehicle and provides a good alternative to buying a new scan tool.
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