How to update Autel DS808 software & firmware

Autel maxidas ds808 update manual…incl. autel scaner ds808 software and firmware update… Here you go..

The Update application allows you to download the latest released software.

The updates can improve the MaxiDAS applications’ capabilities, typically by

adding new tests, new models, or enhanced applications to the database.

The DS7808 Tablet automatically searches for available updates for all of the

MaxiDAS software when it is connected to the internet. Any updates that are

found can be downloaded and installed on the device. This section describes

installing an update to the MaxiDAS System. A notification message displays

if an update is available when the Notifications Center function is enabled in

the Settings application

1. Navigation and Controls

 Home Button – returns to the MaxiDAS Job Menu.

 Update All – updates all available updates.

 Search Bar – search specific update item by inputting the file name,

for example: a vehicle make.

2. Status Bar

 Left Side – displays the MaxiDAS device model information and serial number.

 Right Side – displays an update progress bar indicating the

completion status.

3. Main Section

 Left Column – displays vehicle logos and update software version

information.

 Middle Column – displays a brief introduction about the new

changes to the software operation or capabilities. Tap ○i button to

open an information screen to view more details, and tap the dim

area around to close the window.

 Right Column – according to the operation status of each software

item, the button displays differently.

1. a) Tap Update to update the selected item.
2. b) Tap Pause to suspend the updating procedure.
3. c) Tap Continue to go on updating the suspended update.

How to update AUTEL DS808 software:

1. Make sure the Display Tablet is connected to a power source with

stable access to the internet.

2. Tap the Update application button from the MaxiDAS Job Menu; or

tap the update notification message when received one; or tap the

Update icon on Vehicle Menu in Diagnostics application. The

Update application screen displays.

3. Check all available updates:

 If you decide to update all the items, tap the Update All

button.

 If you only want to update one or some of the item(s), tap the

Update button on the right column of the specific item(s).

4. Tap the Pause button to suspend the updating process. When you

tap Continue to renew the update, the updating process will resume

from the break point.

5. When the updating process is completed, the firmware will be

installed automatically. The previous version will be replaced.

How to update Autel DS808 firmware:

This option allows you to update the firmware of the scan tool. Connect the

scan tablet with the vehicle through DLC or use the mini USB cable for power

supply. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the operation. Internet

connection is necessary for this operation.

Autel DS808 software update completes!
Source:http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/02/26/update-autel-maxidas-ds808-software-firmware/

Autel MaxiDAS DS808 vs Maxisys MS906 vs MS908 vs MS908P

Here is the newest Autel MaxiDAS DS808 scanner, compared with Maxisys MS906,,Autel MS908, Autel Maxisys pro MS908P diagnostic tools.

Autel scanner comparison:

MaxiDAS DS808 vs Maxisys MS906 vs MS908 vs MS908P

Autel MaxiDAS DS808 vs Autel Maxisys MS906:

Autel DS808 is the same as MS906 in functions

Autel Maxisys MS906 vs Autel Maxisys MS908:

MS906 cannot do coding…(so DS808 not OK in coding)

Autel MS908 can do coding perfectly

Autel MS908 vs Autel MS908P:

MS908 cannot do programming

Autel MS908P works fine in programming

Then, here are some details of the new Autel scanner.

Autel scanner ds808:

Autel maxidas ds808 price:

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Autel maxidas ds808 update:

The Display Tablet automatically searches for available updates for all of the

MaxiDAS software when it is connected to the internet. Any updates that are

found can be downloaded and installed on the device.

How to update Autel DS808 software:

1. Make sure the Display Tablet is connected to a power source with

stable access to the internet.

2. Tap the Update application button from the MaxiDAS Job Menu; or

tap the update notification message when received one; or tap the

Update icon on Vehicle Menu in Diagnostics application. The

Update application screen displays.

3. Check all available updates:

 If you decide to update all the items, tap the Update All

button.

 If you only want to update one or some of the item(s), tap the

Update button on the right column of the specific item(s).

4. Tap the Pause button to suspend the updating process. When you

tap Continue to renew the update, the updating process will resume

from the break point.

5. When the updating process is completed, the firmware will be

installed automatically. The previous version will be replaced.

Autel ds808 diagnostics:

By establishing a data link to the electronic control units of the vehicle being serviced directly, the Diagnostics application allows you to retrieve ECU information, read & erase DTCs, view live data, and perform active tests. The Diagnostics application can access the electronic control unit (ECU) for various vehicle control systems, such as engine, transmission, antilock brake system (ABS), airbag system (SRS) and more.

There are two options available when accessing the Diagnosis section:

1. Auto Scan – starts auto scanning for all the available systems on the

vehicle.

2. Control Units – displays a selection menu of all available control units of

the test vehicle.

After a section is selected and the tablet establishes communication with the

vehicle, the corresponding function menu or selection menu displays.

Auto Scan

The Auto Scan function performs a comprehensive scanning over all the

ECUs in the vehicle’s systems in order to locate and retrieve DTCs. The

sample operation screen of Auto Scan displays as below:

Control Units

This option allows you to manually locate a required control system for testing

through a series of choices. Please follow the menu driven procedures and

make proper selection each time. The program will guide you to the

diagnostic function menu after a few choices you’ve made.

The Function Menu options vary slightly for different vehicles. The function

menu may include:

 ECU Information – provides the retrieved ECU information in detail. Tap

to open an information screen.

 Trouble Codes – includes Read codes and Erase codes functions.

Displays detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the test

vehicle’s ECU and erases DTC records and other data from the test

vehicle’s ECU.

 Freeze Frame – displays the freeze frame data of the DCTs.

 Live Data – retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the test

vehicle’s ECU.

 Active Test – provides specific subsystem and component tests. This

selection may appear as Actuators, Actuator Test, or Function Tests,

etc., and the tests options vary depending on the manufacturer and

Model.

  Special function – perform various component adaptations, allowing you to recalibrate or configure certain components after making repairs or replacement.

The most commonly performed service functions include:

 Oil Reset Service

 TPMS Programming Service

 EPB Service

 ABS/SRS Services

 SAS Calibration Service

 DPF Regeneration Service

How to use MaxiDAS DS808 for auto diagnosis :

1. Establish communication with the test vehicle.
2. Identify the test vehicle by selecting from the menu options.
3. Select the Diagnosis section.
4. Locate the required system for testing by Auto Scan or through

menu driven selections in Control Units.

5. Select the desired diagnostic function from the Function Menu

Here is Autel maxidas ds808 review

SOPURCE:http://blog.obdexpress.co.uk/2017/02/27/autel-maxidas-ds808-vs-maxisys-ms906-vs-ms908-vs-ms908p/