Cobb Tuning Just officially released info regarding the new AP 2.0.

• Fewer SKUs (one SKU for 2002-2005 WRX (2.0L) and one for 2004-2006 2.5L Turbo - North America)
• USB Connectivity - no more serial ports to configure
• Faster reflashes - Installation and (Base) Map changes are over 10 times faster than original design
• Virtually Unlimited Map Storage - Unit can hold hundreds of map files at the same time
• Original ECU Data stored - AccessPORT reads and stores original ECU data before programming new
data. Original data is then used when the AccessPORT is uninstalled from the vehicle
• Field Upgradeable - AccessPORT auto updates when new features and bug fixes are made available
(Internet connection required)
• Improved reflashing logic - advanced error checking and recovery mode in the event of an incomplete
reflash to reduce chance of rendering ECU inoperable if unit accidently disconnected during
programming



There is new Pricing on these. All ports will now be $695 MSRP for the Subaru. Pricing for Evolution should be similar.

Here is a copy of the actual press release from Cobb

Salt Lake City, Utah, October 29, 2006 - Today Cobb Tuning, Inc. announced the release of the
completely redesigned AccessPORT™ handheld programmer and software for Subaru vehicles
with planned support for Mitsubishi, Nissan, Mazda, and Toyota vehicles in the future.
Trey Cobb, CEO of Cobb Tuning, Inc. said, "Today's release of the new AccessPORT represents
a revolutionary step forward for handheld ECU reprogrammers. With next-generation features
and design along with Cobb Tuning's unique on-the-fly tuning technology, the new AccessPORT
is another example of the well-engineered products Cobb Tuning is dedicated to provide its
customers."
The AccessPORT by Cobb Tuning, Inc. is a handheld programmer that allows you to unlock your
vehicle's hidden potential by reprogramming the stock Engine Control Unit (ECU). Performance
tuning data is uploaded to the ECU via the OBD-2 diagnostic port in a matter of minutes, and
requires no cutting, wiring, or other such modifications. Unique to the AccessPORT is the ability
to change tuning data on-the-fly without having to completely reprogram the ECU. This
technology allows the AccessPORT to get the most performance out of your vehicle in the least
amount of time.
Using off-the-shelf staged tuning maps along with the appropriate vehicle modifications, the
AccessPORT users can see power gains in excess of 50HP. Better yet, the AccessPORT truly
unlocks the ability to extract a vehicle's peak potential through custom tuning for any level of
modification.
The AccessPORT's features include:
• On-the-fly map switching
• Monitor vehicle sensor data and display in analog or digital format
• Vibrant color graphic display with First-Ever full 260,000 color OLED, high-resolution
screen
• Read/Clear engine trouble codes
• Preloaded with performance, economy and convenience maps
• Update via the Internet
• Measure 0-60 and ¼ mile times
• Adjustable on-screen Shift Light functionality
• Estimates horsepower and torque
• Displays current and averaged fuel economy
• Drag race simulation with reaction time and “time slip” data
• Built in on-screen help mode function
• Multi-Language support
• RoHS compliant (Lead Free design)
• Custom performance tuning for your specific vehicle and modifications as provided by an
authorized AccessPORT ProTUNER™ center, or upgrade to the StreetTUNER™
software package for do-it-yourself tuning

Please let me know if you have any questions. I will be here to update the thread as more information is released to me.


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I want one

 

If not for this I would have said your 8 months too late, but hmmmm

 

ecu flash isnt as flashy but its sooooo cheap.

 

The big advantage ic with it is that it is supposed to be able to control boost. If it can then I can run a map for autox that does not use my alky injection and another map for daily driving track days that uses alky. This would be the solution to my problem. Not to mention it reads and clears codes so it replaces another piece of equipment. I think it has enough advantages to make it worth it over ECU Flash.

 

+1 for the price you could buy a tactrix cable and a crappy laptop

but the measurements and size make it interesting

 

Very true...Cobb who?

Just trying to save Rally Sport Direct the trouble because they usually carry great products. Thanks for the info though.

 

aside from costing 5x more then ECUFlash and EVOScan (or Mitsulogger) what is the advantage here???

 

i think the main advantage is that is controlls boost so you dont have to have a mbc, so when you go in to a dealer they cant tell you have anything running your car at higher boost. the only disadvantge is, you have to follow the mod path they lay out for you.

 

I think the advantage is the, or at least I was told it is, the Accessport can change parameters "on the fly." This makes it so you do not have to constantly reflash the ecu in order to tweak a map, much like a piggy back. I believe the Accessport loads a some bootstrapping code onto your ecu which allows it to work its magic, whereas ecuflash just rewrites the entire thing every time.

 

ECUFlash can control boost and there is no mod path to follow.

 

ECUFlash only re-writes parts of the map that you change, it never re-writes the entire ECU. You can also switch maps on the fly by yourself using a laptop.

 

Is there a cheaper device for just reading CEL codes and clearing them?

 

All of the things this is listing are already possible with the Openport cable, a laptop and some software..

if the accessport really can upload new parameters on the fly into shared memory (this is definitely possible with a modified rom, and the people over at Aktivematrix are already talking about doing that with the stock rom) Then it doesnt require a reflash for every change, you alter the parameters, put them into the ram memory, and it runs off that, its certainly possible though has not been done yet with the "Free tools"

I will reserve my opinion on the accessport after I get the chance to see how it works and if map switching on the fly, is just reflashing with the car not running, or it writes to shared memory.. There are limits to how often you can reflash the same portion of the rom and this is the source of the concern I have.. If it uses shared ram to make alterations, and there's a "Base tune" that gets uploaded, this would make it similar to how the DSMLink functions, and that is obviously more desirable.

These are the questions I have.

I'll probably get one to play with since I do like the idea of doing reflashing and tuning on my own car without always keeping a laptop around.

 

with the accessport you load up a base map with the car not running, takes about 20 min to load. then after that you load a realtime map. and when you are changing the realtime map(on the fly) the car just has to be under 2k rpms. if you cars battery ever gets dissconteced it reverts back to the base map you loaded. then all you have to do is reload the realtime map. the main reason people get the AP is the ease of use. no laptop or extra cords needed. it is truely a Plug and Play add on. AP is the easiest EM ever. Cobb just buts out base maps that are real calm on the tunning side. then what you have to do is go to a AP approved tuners and get PRO tuned. like i said before the only reason i will probably not get a AP is you have to follow the mods they want you to put on the car.