{"product_id":"vgate-vlink-mc-obd-v2-2-bil-diagnostik-scanner-obd2","title":"Vgate VLinker MC Wireless 3.0 OBD2 for Android - Fast ELM327-Compatible Diagnostic Adapter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-page\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVgate VLinker MC Wireless 3.0 OBD2 for Android – Fast ELM327-compatible Diagnostic Adapter (Firmware V2.2, HS\/MS\/SW-CAN, Low Power \u0026lt;2 mA)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- SHORT VERSION 200–300 WORDS --\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"kortversion\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort Version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVgate VLinker MC Wireless 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wireless \u003cstrong\u003eOBD2 diagnostic adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eAndroid\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives you quick access to your car's OBD data via compatible apps. It is based on V_Link01 (OBD→UART) and is fully compatible with the established \u003cstrong\u003eELM327 AT command set\u003c\/strong\u003e and is stated to be compatible with \u003cstrong\u003eSTN\/ST commands\u003c\/strong\u003e. With firmware \u003cstrong\u003eV2.2\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efirmware update support\u003c\/strong\u003e, you get an adapter that is more future-proof than simpler \"ELM327 clones\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVLinker MC is designed for higher performance in logging and troubleshooting: it supports \u003cstrong\u003eOBD requests up to 48 bytes\u003c\/strong\u003e (for some special cases with long frames), has a \u003cstrong\u003e2KB data buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e and an increased \u003cstrong\u003eUART baud rate up to 230.4 kbps\u003c\/strong\u003e for faster data transfer than standard dongles. It also offers an open functional level with \u003cstrong\u003e256 bytes of user storage\u003c\/strong\u003e (erasable \u003e100,000 times) that can be accessed via VT commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower management is a major advantage: \u003cstrong\u003elow power consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e with automatic activation and sleep, where the quiescent current is specified as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c 2 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e. It supports all statutory OBD-II protocols and also two additional networks: \u003cstrong\u003eGM Single Wire CAN (GMLAN)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFord Medium Speed CAN (MS-CAN)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and has extended commands for \u003cstrong\u003eHS-CAN, MS-CAN and SW-CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can read \u003cstrong\u003eDTC (trouble codes)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMIL status\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eVIN\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efreeze frames\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eI\/M readiness\u003c\/strong\u003e and lots of real-time data – depending on the car and app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Android\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware:\u003c\/strong\u003e V2.2 (update supported)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48-byte request, 2KB buffer, 230.4 kbps UART\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e extended AT commands for HS\/MS\/SW-CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e sleep \u003c 2 mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"innehall\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#vad-ar\"\u003eWhat is VLinker MC 3.0 and when is it suitable?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#funktioner\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#protokoll\"\u003eProtocols \u0026amp; Fieldbus\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prestanda\"\u003ePerformance: buffer, baud rate \u0026amp; long frames\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#strom\"\u003ePower Management: sleep \u0026amp; wake-up\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#appar\"\u003eApps \u0026amp; what you can read out\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#spec\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#manual\"\u003eStep-by-step: get started on Android\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#notiser\"\u003eNotices \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"vad-ar\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is VLinker MC 3.0 and when is it suitable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VLinker MC 3.0 is an OBD2 adapter that connects to your car's OBD-II port and sends diagnostic data to your Android device. It is particularly suitable if you want:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efaster and more stable data transfer than simpler ELM327 dongles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupport for more protocols and CAN variations (HS\/MS\/SW-CAN via extended commands)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elow quiescent current if you want to leave it plugged into the car (depends on the car's OBD power supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe possibility of telematics\/logging for analysis, fleet or data dashboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"funktioner\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits (according to product text)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommand Support for Broad App Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull compatibility with \u003cstrong\u003eELM AT command set\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility with \u003cstrong\u003eSTN ST command set\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e39 VT macro commands\u003c\/strong\u003e that can simplify communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for all \"conventional commands\" + \u003cstrong\u003e7 extended AT commands\u003c\/strong\u003e for HS\/MS\/SW-CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigher Performance than \"Regular ELM327\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBD request up to 48 bytes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2KB data buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUART baud rate up to 230.4 kbps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser-defined protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e (up to 64 according to the description)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUser Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen functional level with the possibility of \u003cstrong\u003e256 bytes of storage\u003c\/strong\u003e (erasable \u003e100,000 times) and VT commands for reading\/writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirmware Update\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe device has a \u003cstrong\u003esecure bootloader\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esupport for firmware updates\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can improve compatibility over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"protokoll\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProtocols \u0026amp; Fieldbus (listed)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOBD-II + Extra Networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt supports all statutory OBD-II protocols as well as: \u003cstrong\u003eGM Single Wire CAN (GMLAN)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFord Medium Speed CAN (MS-CAN)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListed Buses\/Protocols\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE J1850 VPW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE J1850 PWM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO 9141-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO 14230-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO 15765-4 CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSAE J1939 CAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISO 11898 (raw CAN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGMLAN Single Wire CAN (GMW3089)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord Medium Speed CAN (MS-CAN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtocol Formats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15 ELM format protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23 STN format protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 64 user-defined protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"prestanda\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance: buffer, baud rate \u0026amp; long frames\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you log data or use apps that request a lot of live data, performance and buffer can make a big difference. The VLinker MC 3.0 is specified with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2KB buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e to better handle data packets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230.4 kbps UART\u003c\/strong\u003e for faster communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48-byte request\u003c\/strong\u003e for special cases with longer frame communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can result in fewer timeouts and a smoother experience compared to simpler dongles, but the final result is always affected by the car, app, and the PIDs you read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"strom\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePower Management: low consumption \u0026amp; automatic sleep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe device has power management with \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic activation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esleep\u003c\/strong\u003e. Quiescent current is specified as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c 2 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e. It supports multiple ways to go into sleep (instructions, UART silence, low battery voltage, OBD-bus silence, etc.) and multiple ways to wake up (UART activity, voltage drop, OBD-bus activity, key, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly important if you want to leave the dongle plugged in for longer periods – but always check how your car powers the OBD port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"appar\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApps \u0026amp; what you can read out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the OBD bus, you can (depending on the car and app) read:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMIL status\u003c\/strong\u003e (check engine light)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDTC\u003c\/strong\u003e (trouble codes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI\/M information\u003c\/strong\u003e (readiness\/monitors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze frames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHundreds of real-time parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor advanced systems such as ABS, airbag, comfort, and brand-unique functions, app support or a more advanced brand diagnostic tool is often required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVgate VLinker MC wireless 3.0 for Android\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eV2.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware update\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLow power, auto activation \u0026amp; sleep (\u0026lt; 2 mA in sleep)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequest length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 48 bytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 2KB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUART baudrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 230.4 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e256 bytes, \u003e100,000 erasures (according to text)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"manual\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStep-by-step: get started on Android\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1) Plug in the adapter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate your car's \u003cstrong\u003eOBD2 port\u003c\/strong\u003e (often under the dashboard).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug in the VLinker MC and turn on the ignition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2) Pair and select device in the app\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnable Bluetooth on Android.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen your OBD app and select VLinker MC as the connection\/device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect the correct connection type in the app's settings (varies between apps).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3) Read fault codes and data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead out DTCs and save\/note them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen live data and log if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelete fault codes after action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4) For Ford\/GM special networks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your app and car support it, you can use HS\/MS\/SW-CAN functions. Exact handling depends on the app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ – Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1) Does it work with Android?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is specified as \"for Android\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2) Can I update the firmware?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, \u003cstrong\u003efirmware update: support\u003c\/strong\u003e according to specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3) What is the advantage over cheap ELM327?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecified with \u003cstrong\u003e2KB buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e230.4 kbps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e48-byte request\u003c\/strong\u003e, extended CAN commands and low quiescent current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4) Does it drain the battery if left plugged in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuiescent current is specified as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c 2 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e, but is also affected by how your car powers the OBD port and how often the device wakes up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5) Does it support Ford MS-CAN and GM SW-CAN?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt mentions support for \u003cstrong\u003eFord MS-CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGM Single Wire CAN (GMLAN)\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as extended commands for HS\/MS\/SW-CAN.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6) What can I read out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOBD data such as MIL, DTC, readiness, freeze frames, VIN and real-time parameters – depending on the car and app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7) Is it for all car systems (ABS\/airbag etc.)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard OBD2 primarily covers engine\/emissions. For other systems, brand-specific diagnostics or app\/support for manufacturer-specific protocols are often needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8) Is there a user-defined protocol?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, up to \u003cstrong\u003e64 user-defined protocols\u003c\/strong\u003e according to the product text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9) What firmware version is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eV2.2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"notiser\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotices \u0026amp; Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOBD2 functions and the data you get depend on the vehicle's support and the app you use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not always leave an OBD adapter plugged into vehicles where the OBD port is constantly powered if you do not know how sleep\/wake-up behaves in your particular car.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not delete fault codes before documenting them – they can be important for troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor advanced brand diagnostics (ABS\/airbag\/comfort), equipment other than standard OBD2 is often needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vgate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54177153974540,"sku":"FEL-B0143","price":56.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/4979\/6876\/files\/vgate-vlinker-mc-wireless-30-obd2-for-android-snabb-elm327-kompatibel-diagnosadapter-3102091.jpg?v=1771872871","url":"https:\/\/www.felkodslasare.se\/en-en\/products\/vgate-vlink-mc-obd-v2-2-bil-diagnostik-scanner-obd2","provider":"Felkodsläsare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}