Received: (qmail 319 invoked by uid 700); 30 Oct 2011 22:55:32 +0900 Received: from unknown (HELO a192-165.smtp-out.amazonses.com) (199.255.192.165) by 0 (qmail 1.03 + ejcp) with SMTP; 30 Oct 2011 22:55:32 +0900 Date: Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:55:25 +0000 MIME-Version: 1.0 Return-Path: 00000133551d04fa-7e484457-31d7-456d-8fb2-cbcc8a4fa615-000000@email-bounces.amazonses.com X-asapro-mstatus:mailing : chhan@hanitech.co.kr From: Pico Technology Reply-to: Pico Technology Message-ID: <00000133551d04fa-7e484457-31d7-456d-8fb2-cbcc8a4fa615-000000@email.amazonses.com> X-Priority: 3 X-Mailer: PHPMailer 5.1 (phpmailer.sourceforge.net) X-Mailer: phplist v2.11.6 X-MessageID: 654 X-ListMember: chhan@hanitech.co.kr List-Help: List-Unsubscribe: List-Subscribe: List-Owner: MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="b1_925755054ebd081fb9e0ae16a3f31c2a" Subject: October Automotive Newsletter To: chhan@hanitech.co.kr X-AWS-Outgoing: 199.255.192.165 --b1_925755054ebd081fb9e0ae16a3f31c2a Content-Type: text/plain; charset = "UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Pico Technology Automotive Diagnostics Newsletter October 2011 Welcome to your latest Pico Technology Automotive Newsletter! This month we have a Proton Impian that doesn't like to start, a new competition offering a 4223 for one lucky entrant, some superb web content and information, and details on upcoming events! If that wasn't enough, there is a new BETA release of our software, a popular question from our forum, and of course our regular update on training dates for 2011/2012!! 1. New Case Study: Proton Impian 2. Competition Time! Do you fancy a 4223? 3. Training courses 4. Best of the web 5. Questions and answers 6. Forthcoming exhibitions and events 7. Latest software releases! 8. Fantastic opportunities to join an innovative company! 9. About this newsletter 10. Contact details 1. New Case Study: Proton Impian ====================================== A Proton Impian was suffering from intermittent starting problems, and the vehicle randomly cut out. This caused the engine warning light to illuminate. The first stage of the investigation was to use a diagnostic tool and obtain any 'DTC' (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) information and relevant data from the ECU. However, when this was tried, there was no communication with the scan tool. At this point it was unknown whether the scan tool or the ECU of the vehicle was at fault. To read on and see the outcome of the investigation, and the reason for the reported issues, follow the link below: http://www.picoauto.com/tutorials/proton-impian.html?enews=a111001 2. Competition Time! Do you fancy a 4223? ========================================= This month we have a PicoScope 4223 worth GBP 499 up for grabs! What do you have to do... well simply follow the link below, and complete our survey. Why do you need a 4223?...Well 2 channels, 80 MS/s sampling rate, 20 MHz bandwidth, voltage ranges from +/-50 mV to +/-100 V, and all of this portable due to no external power supply being required! Install your free software, plug your included USB lead into your laptop and the 4223, and you're away! Why wouldn't you? You only have till the 25th November, and the lucky winner will be announced in November's newsletter! http://www.picotech.com/www/1275 Terms and Conditions for the competition can be found at the bottom of this newsletter. 3. Training courses =================== If you own, or are thinking of buying a PicoScope Automotive Diagnostics Kit, you mustn't miss the Professional Diagnostics Ltd engine management diagnostics course. This two-day official Pico Technology course introduces the basic working principles of engine management systems, component testing and system diagnostics using oscilloscopes. The course is split between class-based theory sessions, and practical demonstrations in a workshop using the PicoScope Automotive Diagnostics Kit. The two day course includes everything you need to get the best from an oscilloscope. The course runs several times a year around the UK, and the following dates are currently available: Oscilloscope Diagnostics Course (Hosted by CES) 8/9 November 2011 - Chester Direct PicoScope Diagnostics Course 14/15 December 2011 - Weybridge, London, England Places are limited, so to reserve your place please contact Professional Diagnostics Ltd by calling 07881 555385 or via their contact form: http://www.picotech.com/www/1217. You can now also reserve and pay online by following this link: http://www.picotech.com/www/1255 For more information visit: http://www.picotech.com/www/1209 Autonerdz, a Pico distributor based in North America, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Training both at their headquarters located in Olympia WA, and online. The following date is currently available: PicoScope Hands On Class 6th January 2012 - Autonerdz Training Center 4715 Fir Tree Rd SE, Olympia, WA USA 98501 For further information, or to register early call Autonerdz on 877-628-4899 (Toll Free USA and Canada) or via the online contact form: http://www.picotech.com/www/1191 Diagnostics Solutions, a Pico distributor based in Ireland, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Training in Dublin. Please email colin@diagnosticsolutions.ie for further information. 4. Best of the web ================== On 22nd November, MotorAge (along with Delphi) are hosting a live, FREE webinar. They'll be sharing tips on using a scope for fuel system diagnostics, including the use of our WPS Pressure Transducer, mated with a low amp clamp, and of course an automotive PicoScope. To register for this FREE webinar, please follow the link below: http://www.picotech.com/www/1269 Peter Meier from MotorAge has also put together many videos in a series named "The Trainer". This set of videos covers topics such as the importance of gathering information first, detecting air conditioning leaks, and performing routine maintenance. Follow the link below to see the available videos: http://www.picotech.com/www/1271 Motor Age website - http://www.picotech.com/www/1251 Don't forget to check back monthly as Peter is constantly adding new episodes. TIn the following video, one of our Technical Specialists gives guidance on using some of the new features available in PicoScope 6. Although the video is not specific to automotive diagnostics, it does contain many hints and tips that you may find useful. Please follow the link below to see the video: http://www.picoscope.tv/general/picoscope6-6.html?enews=a111004 Our very own collection of videos can be found in our automotive library, by following: http://www.picoauto.com/automotive-diagnostics-videos.html?enews=a111004 If you come across an article or video on the web that will be of use to fellow oscilloscope users, then please post it in our new forum section (link below), it may even get a feature in our next newsletter! http://www.picoauto.com/support/viewforum.php?f=66?enews=a111004 5. Questions and Answers ======================== This question appeared recently on our discussion forum: Q. Please help on capturing two signals? I want to capture two signals: 1. Injector signal, negative pulsed, and 2. COP, positively pulsed 4volts. Is there a way to do this? A. Hi, Please download this psdata file which should suit your requirements: Injector vs COP.psdata http://www.picoauto.com/support/download/file.php?id=1394/?enews=a111005 In terms of set up: Channel A - BLUE has been set up to look at 100 V Signal, common injectors can vary between 60 - 80 Volts so 100 V range should comfortably accommodate the one you wish to capture. It has been set up with the X20 probe in conjunction with using the 20:1 attenuator as you haven't mentioned which Automotive PicoScope you have, so this will protect the oscilloscope's input if you're using an older 200 series or 3000 series PicoScope. Hardware wise you need to set Channel A up as follows using the following accessories: SCOPE>20:1 Attenuator>BNC to 4mm Test Lead>Acupuncture Probe Channel B - RED has been set up to look at a 5 V signal. This will appear in the lower half of the screen and this should give you in which I'm assuming is the trigger signal for the COP Unit. Hardware wise you need to set Channel B up as follows using the following accessories: SCOPE>BNC to 4mm Test Lead>Acupuncture Probe The timebase has been set up to 20 ms/div. This should hopefully give you 2 Injector signals on the screen i.e. 720 degrees of engine rotation in which you can also see the trigger signals. I have also added a repeat trigger to channel A so this should hold the signal steady to make it easy for you to look at. If for any reason you can't get an Injector or COP signal and the connections you have made are all good, then simply switch the trigger off as it may not be right for the particular engine you're working with. Be advised you may need to alter the timebase according to the engine/vehicle you are working with but this should help get you on your way. 6. Forthcoming exhibitions and events ===================================== CES: Open Evening The theme for these CES events is "Tools and Equipment", covering workshop leading tools through to cutting edge Diagnostic equipment. So if you have questions for our Pico Technician, or want to see a demo of our software, or perhaps you're after a look at our latest accessories, why not come along! 01 November 2011 - Wrexham, England 29 November 2011 - Rhyl, Wales For more information contact marketing@cesuk.com. AAPEX: Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo. AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 106,000 professionals from around the globe participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nevada. At AAPEX you can connect to all of the key decision makers in your target market in one place. Automotive parts wholesale distributors, retailers, service chains, jobbers and service professionals attend AAPEX. These buyers represent billions of dollars in buying power. AAPEX 01-03 November 2011 Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas http://www.picotech.com/www/1237 IMI: Pico Automotive Kit Overview Our very own Pico Automotive specialist, Philip Rutt, will be giving an overview of our Automotive kits and accessories. The event will not contain live testing, but demonstrations of the software and its capabilities will be available. This is a free event, running at Derby College, starting promptly at 7:30pm. Please contact Matthew Curtis either by phone (01332 387454) or via email (Matthew.Curtis@derby-college.ac.uk) if you wish to attend this event. IMI 14th December 2011 Derby College Motor Vehicle Academy, The Johnson Building, Derby, UK MechanEx: The Regional Tradeshow for Motortrade Professionals. MechanEx is a 'hands on' event featuring the very best in tools, equipment, diagnostics and the latest products from many leading parts manufacturers. If you’ve got time to pre-register for the show, there will be a free bacon roll and a free 'Professional Motor Mechanic' T-shirt ready for you to pick up on the day. Follow the link below to register online! Running alongside the show are a series of FREE technical seminars presented by several industry experts covering diagnostics, diesel and MOT. Pico Technology will be attending the show, with several of our experts at hand ready for your questions, queries, and orders! Pre-register link: http://www.picotech.com/www/1235 Mechanex 15-16 November 2011 Sandown Park, Surrey http://www.picoauto.com/www/1045 7. Latest software releases =========================== New Release As soon as we release new software, it is made available to all PicoScope Automotive Diagnostics Kit owners for free download from our website. To check which version you are using, start the PicoScope Automotive software and select Help | About. The current version is: PicoScope 6 Automotive R6.5.80 Download it here: http://www.picoauto.com/software.html?enews=a111007 See the link below for a detailed list of recent changes and additions to the software. http://www.picoauto.com/release-notes-r6580.html?enews=a111007 Pico Labs Beta Releases Beta releases are software releases that we are still fine-tuning. They are only available to existing users who want to upgrade their Pico products. For more information on beta releases see the link below for "What is a 'beta release' and should I use it?". http://labs.picotech.com/?enews=a111007 The latest beta release is: PicoScope 6 Automotive R6.6.10 Download it from here: http://labs.picotech.com/#psw6?enews=a111007 To see a full list of release notes by version, follow the below link: http://www.picotech.com/release-notes-r6610.html?enews=a111007 8. Fantastic opportunities to join an innovative company! ======================================================== Perhaps this is the year you will discover the benefits of working for Pico Technology: * Design and development of exciting new products * A culture of constant technical innovation * Opportunities in test and measurement, and prestigious automotive, markets * A company that frequently wins awards We currently have the following vacancies, but don't worry if you don't fit exactly into any of these categories. We are always looking for design talent. * Development Engineer - Windows Desktop Application Software (including Automotive diagnostics and testing) * Development Engineer - Digital Electronics Find details of these positions, and an online application form at: http://www.picoauto.com/www/1135 You can also send enquiries by email to jobs@picotech.com. We look forward to hearing from you. 9. 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Pico Technology reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal value in the event that circumstances beyond their control make this unavoidable. -- powered by phpList, www.phplist.com -- --b1_925755054ebd081fb9e0ae16a3f31c2a Content-Type: text/html; charset = "UTF-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Pico Technology Automotive Diagnostics Newsletter October 2011</= title> <meta http-equiv=3D"Content-Type" content=3D"text/html; charset=3Dus-as= cii"> </head> <body> <style type=3D"text/css"> p,td {font:normal 10pt verdana,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;} li {font:italic 10pt verdana,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;} h1,h2 {font:bold 12pt verdana,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;} h3 {font:bold 10pt verdana,arial,helvetica,sans-serif;} h1 {color: rgb(45, 74, 110);} h2 {border-bottom:dotted 1px #44f} dt {padding-bottom:1ex} </style> <table width=3D"750"> <tr> <td><h1>Pico Technology Automotive Diagnostics Newsletter October 2011<= /h1></td><td><img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/pico_logo_Newsletter= s.png" width=3D"124" height=3D"54" align=3D"right" valign=3D"top"></td></tr= > </table> <table width=3D"750"> <tr> <td style=3D"background: url(http://www.picotech.com/enews/waves-v2= =2Epng) repeat-y; width: 10%;" valign=3D"top"></td> <td align=3D"left"> <p>Welcome to your latest Pico Technology Automotive Newsletter! = This month we have a Proton Impian that doesn't like to start, a new compe= tition offering a 4223 for one lucky entrant, some superb web content and i= nformation, and details on upcoming events! If that wasn't enough, there is= a new BETA release of our software, a popular question from our forum, and= of course our regular update on training dates for 2011/2012!!</p> <ol> <li><a href=3D"#case">New Case Study: Proton Impian</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#comp">Competition Time! Do you fancy a 4223?</a= ></li> <li><a href=3D"#training">Training courses</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#bestweb">Best of the web</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#qa">Questions and answers</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#events">Forthcoming exhibitions and events</a><= /li> <li><a href=3D"#software">Latest software releases!</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#jobs">Fantastic opportunities to join an innova= tive company!</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#about">About this newsletter</a></li> <li><a href=3D"#contact">Contact details</a></li> </ol> <br></br> <h2><a name=3D"case"></a>1. New Case Study: Proton Impian</h2> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"160"><img src=3D"http://images.pi= coauto.com/lib-case.jpg"/></td> <td valign=3D"middle"><p>A Proton Impian was suffering from i= ntermittent starting problems, and the vehicle randomly cut out. This cause= d the engine warning light to illuminate. The first stage of the investigat= ion was to use a diagnostic tool and obtain any =E2=80=98DTC=E2=80=99 (Diag= nostic Trouble Codes) information and relevant data from the ECU. However, = when this was tried, there was no communication with the scan tool. At this= point it was unknown whether the scan tool or the ECU of the vehicle was a= t fault. To read on and see the outcome of the investigation, and the reaso= n for the reported issues, click <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/tutoria= ls/proton-impian.html?enews=3Da111001" target=3D"_blank">here</a>.</p> </td></tr> </table> <br></br> <h2><a name=3D"case"></a>2. Competition Time! Do you fancy a 422= 3?</h2> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"middle" width=3D"160"><img src=3D"http://www.pi= cotech.com/enews/4223.jpg" width=3D"155" alt=3D" " /></td> <td valign=3D"middle"><p>This month we have a <strong>PicoSco= pe 4223</strong> worth =C2=A3499 up for grabs! What do you have to do... we= ll simply follow the link below, and complete our survey. Why do you need a= 4223?...Well 2 channels, 80 MS/s sampling rate, 20 MHz bandwidth, voltage = ranges from +/-50 mV to +/-100 V, and all of this portable due to no extern= al power supply being required! Install your free software, plug your inclu= ded USB lead into your laptop and the 4223, and you're away! Why wouldn't y= ou? You only have till the 25th November, and the lucky winner will be anno= unced in November's newsletter!<br></br><br><a href=3D"http://www.picotech.= com/www/1275" target=3D"_blank">Enter Survey!</a><a href=3D"#TandCComp"><br= ><font size=3D"1">Terms and Conditions</a> for the competition can be foun= d at the bottom of this newsletter.</font></p> </td></tr> </table> <br></br> <h2><a name=3D"training"></a>3. Training courses</h2> <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1209" target=3D"_blank"><img src=3D"= http://www.picotech.com/enews/Prodiag Logo White.jpg" width=3D"250" alt=3D"= " /></a> <p>If you own, or are thinking of buying a <a href=3D"http://www.p= icoauto.com/automotive_kit.html?enews=3Da111003" target=3D"_blank">PicoScop= e Automotive Diagnostics Kit</a>, you mustn't miss the <strong>Professional= Diagnostics Ltd</strong> engine management diagnostics course. This two-da= y official <b>Pico Technology</b> course introduces the basic working princ= iples of engine management systems, component testing and system diagnostic= s using oscilloscopes. The <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/training/trai= ning-engine-management.html?enews=3Da111003" target=3D"_blank">course</a> i= s split between class-based theory sessions, and practical demonstrations i= n a workshop using the PicoScope Automotive Diagnostics Kit. The two day co= urse includes everything you need to get the best from an oscilloscope. The= course runs several times a year around the UK, and the following dates ar= e currently available:</p> <p><i>Oscilloscope Diagnostics Course (Hosted by CES)</i> <br>8/9 November 2011 <br>Chester, England</p> <p><i>Direct PicoScope Diagnostics Course</i> <br>14/15 December 2011 <br>Weybridge, London, England</p> <p>Places are limited, so please contact <strong>Professional Dia= gnostics Ltd</strong> via their <a href=3D" http://www.picotech.com/www/121= 7" target=3D"_blank">contact form</a>, or by calling <strong>07881 555385</= strong>. You can also reserve and pay online, by clicking <a href=3D"http:/= /www.picotech.com/www/1255" target=3D"_blank"><strong>here</strong></a>. Al= ternatively visit <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1209" target=3D"_b= lank">www.prodiag.co.uk</a> for more information.</p> <br></br> <table> <tr> <tr valign=3D"top" width=3D"160"><a href=3D"http://www.picote= ch.com/www/1187" target=3D"_blank"><img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enew= s/AutoNerdz.jpg" width=3D"100" alt=3D" " /></a></td> <td valign=3D"bottom"><strong>Autonerdz</strong>, a Pico dist= ributor based in North America, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Training bo= th at their headquarters located in Olympia WA, and online. The following d= ate is currently available: <p><i>PicoScope Hands On Class</i> <br>6th January 2012 <br>4715 Fir Tree Rd SE, Olympia, WA USA 98501 (Autonerdz Trainin= g Center)</p> <p>For further information, or to register early call <strong>Au= tonerdz</strong> on <strong>877-628-4899</strong> (Toll Free USA and Canada= ) or via <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1191" target=3D"_blank">ema= il</a>.</p> </td></tr> </table> <br></br><br></br> <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1225" target=3D"_blank"><img src=3D"= http://www.picotech.com/enews/DiagnosticSolutions.gif" width=3D"250" height= =3D"27" alt=3D" " /></a> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"bottom"><strong>Diagnostic Solutions</strong>, = a Pico distributor based in Ireland, delivers PicoScope Oscilloscope Traini= ng in Dublin. Please email <a href=3D"mailto:colin@diagnosticsolutions.ie">= colin@diagnosticsolutions.ie</a> for further information. </td></tr> </table><br></br> <h2><a name=3D"bestweb"></a>4. Best of the web</h2> <br> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"160"><a href=3D"http://www.picote= ch.com/www/1251" target=3D"_blank"><img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enew= s/MA_tab-white+red_back.JPG" width=3D"150" /></a></td> <td valign=3D"middle">On 22nd November, MotorAge (along with = Delphi) are hosting a live, <strong>FREE</strong> webinar. They'll be shari= ng tips on using a scope for fuel system diagnostics, including the use of = our WPS Pressure Transducer, mated with a low amp clamp, and of course an a= utomotive PicoScope. To register for this <strong>FREE</strong> webinar, pl= ease follow this <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1269" target=3D"_bl= ank">link</a>. <p>Peter Meier from <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/12= 51" target=3D"_blank">Motor Age</a> has put together many videos in a serie= s named <i>"The Trainer"</i>. This set of videos covers topics such as the = importance of gathering information first, detecting air conditioning leaks= , and performing routine maintenance. Follow <a href=3D"http://www.picotech= =2Ecom/www/1271" target=3D"_blank">this link</a> to the <a href=3D"http://www= =2Epicotech.com/www/1251" target=3D"_blank">Motor Age</a> website to see the = available videos. Don't forget to check back monthly as Peter is constantly= adding new episodes.</p> </td></tr> </table> <br> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"160"><img src=3D"http://www.picot= ech.com/enews/pico_logo_Newsletters.png" width=3D"124" height=3D"54" align= =3D"left"/></td> <td valign=3D"middle">In the following video, one of our Technical Special= ists gives guidance on using some of the new features available in PicoScop= e 6. Although the video is not specific to automotive diagnostics, it does = contain many hints and tips that you may find useful. Please click on the f= ollowing link to see the video: <a href=3D"http://www.picoscope.tv/general/= picoscope6-6.html?enews=3Da111004" target=3D"_blank">New Features Video</a>= =2E</p> </td></tr> </table> <br> <p>Our very own collection of informative videos can be found in our automo= tive library, <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/automotive-diagnostics-vid= eos.html?enews=3Da111004" target=3D"_blank">here</a>.</p> <p>If you come across an article or video on the web that wil= l be of use to fellow oscilloscope users, then please post it in our new fo= rum section <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/support/viewforum.php?f=3D66= ?enews=3Da111004" target=3D"_blank">here</a>. It may even get a feature in = our newsletter!</p> <br> <h2><a name=3D"bestweb"></a>5. Questions and Answers</h2> <p>This question appeared recently on our <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.co= m/support/?enews=3Da111005" target=3D"_blank">discussion forum</a>:</p> <dl> <dd>Q. <b>Please help on capturing two signals?</b><br> &n= bsp;  I want to capture two signals:<br>    1= =2E Injector signal, negative pulsed, and</dd> <dd>    2. COP, positively pulsed 4volts. Is there a wa= y to do this?</dd> <dd> </dd> <dd><i>A. Hi, Please download this psdata file which should sui= t your requirements:<br>    <a href=3D"http://www.picoa= uto.com/support/download/file.php?id=3D1394/?enews=3Da111005" target=3D"_bl= ank">Injector vs COP.psdata</a>.<br><br>In terms of set up:</p> <p><strong>Channel A</strong> - <font color=3D"blue"><strong>BL= UE</strong></font> has been set up to look at 100 V Signal, common injector= s can vary between 60 - 80 Volts so 100 V range should comfortably accommod= ate the one you wish to capture. It has been set up with the X20 probe in c= onjunction with using the 20:1 attenuator as you haven't mentioned which Au= tomotive PicoScope you have, so this will protect the oscilloscope's input = if you're using an older 200 series or 3000 series PicoScope.</p> <p>Hardware wise you need to set Channel A up as follows using the followin= g accessories:</p> <p>SCOPE > 20:1 Attenuator > BNC to 4mm Test Lead > Acupuncture Probe</p> <p><strong>Channel B</strong> - <font color=3D"red"><strong>RED</strong></f= ont> has been set up to look at a 5 V signal. This will appear in the lower= half of the screen and this should give you in which I'm assuming is the t= rigger signal for the COP Unit.</p> <p>Hardware wise you need to set Channel B up as follows using the followin= g accessories:</p> <p>SCOPE > BNC to 4mm Test Lead > Acupuncture Probe</p> <p>The timebase has been set up to 20 ms/div. This should hopefully give yo= u 2 Injector signals on the screen i.e. 720 degrees of engine rotation in w= hich you can also see the trigger signals. I have also added a repeat trigger to channel A so this should hold the sig= nal steady to make it easy for you to look at. If for any reason you can't = get an Injector or COP signal and the connections you have made are all goo= d, then simply switch the trigger off as it may not be right for the partic= ular engine you're working with. Be advised you may need to alter the timebase according to the engine/vehic= le you are working with but this should help get you on your way.</i></p> <dd> </dd> </dl> <h2><a name=3D"events"></a>6. Forthcoming exhibitions and events</h2> <br></br> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/CESUKlogo.gif" width= =3D"130" height=3D"74" alt=3D" " /> <p><strong>CES:</strong> Open Evening</p> <p>The theme for these <strong>CES</strong> events is "Tools and = Equipment", covering workshop leading tools through to cutting edge Diagnos= tic equipment. So if you have questions for our Pico Technician, or want to= see a demo of our software, or perhaps you're after a look at our latest a= ccessories, why not come along!<br></p> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"180">01 November 2011</td> <td>Wrexham, England</td> </tr> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"180">29 November 2011</td> <td>Rhyl, Wales </td> </table> <table> <tr><p>For more information contact <a href=3D"mailto:marketing@cesuk.com">= <strong>marketing@cesuk.com</strong></a>.</p></tr> <br></br> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/AAPEX-Logo.jpg" width= =3D"206" height=3D"59" alt=3D" " /> <p><strong>AAPEX:</strong> Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo.<= /p> <p><strong>AAPEX</strong> represents the $395 billion global moto= r vehicle aftermarket. More than 106,000 professionals from around the glob= e participate in Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week in Las Vegas, Nevada.= At AAPEX you can connect to all of the key decision makers in your target = market in one place. Automotive parts wholesale distributors, retailers, se= rvice chains, jobbers and service professionals attend AAPEX. These buyers = represent billions of dollars in buying power. Click <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1237" target=3D"_bla= nk">here</a> to visit the AAPEX site.<br></br> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"180">01-03 November 2011</td> <td> <strong><a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/www/1045" target= =3D"_blank">AAPEX</a></strong> <br>Sands Expo Center, Las Vegas </td> </tr> </table> <br></br> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/MechanEx2011.jpg" = width=3D"250" alt=3D" " /> <p><strong>MechanEx:</strong> The Regional Tradeshow for Motortra= de Professionals.</p> <p><strong>MechanEx</strong> is a 'hands on' event featuring the = very best in tools, equipment, diagnostics and the latest products from man= y leading parts manufacturers. If you=E2=80=99ve got time to pre-register f= or the show, there will be a free bacon roll and a free =E2=80=98Profession= al Motor Mechanic=E2=80=99 T-shirt ready for you to pick up on the day. Cli= ck <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/www/1235" target=3D"_blank">here</a> = to register online! Running alongside the show are a series of FREE technic= al seminars presented by several industry experts covering diagnostics, die= sel and MOT. Pico Technology will be attending the show, with several of ou= r experts at hand ready for your questions, queries, and orders!<br></br> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"180">15-16 November 2011</td> <td> <strong><a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/www/1045" target= =3D"_blank">Mechanex</a></strong> <br>Sandown Park, Surrey </td> </tr> </table><br></br> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/IMIlogo.jpg" width=3D"100" alt=3D= " " /> <p><strong>IMI:</strong> Pico Automotive Kit Overview</p> <p>Our very own Pico Automotive specialist, Philip Rutt, will be = giving an overview of our Automotive kits and accessories. The event will n= ot contain live testing, but demonstrations of the software and its capabil= ities will be available. This is a free event, running at Derby College, s= tarting promptly at 7:30pm.</p> <p>Please contact Matthew Curtis either by phone (01332 387454) o= r via <a href=3D"mailto:Matthew.Curtis@derby-college.ac.uk?subject=3DIME Ev= ent - December 14th 2011">email</a> if you wish to attend this event.<br></= br> <table> <tr> <td valign=3D"top" width=3D"160">14th December 2011</td> <td> <strong>IMI Event</strong> <br>Derby College Motor Vehicle Academy, The Johnson Buildi= ng, Derby, UK </td> </tr> </table><br></br> <h2><a name=3D"software"></a>7. Latest software releases</h2> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/PicoAuto.jpg" width=3D"= 90" height=3D"90" align=3D"right" alt=3D" " /> <h3>New Release</h3> <p>As soon as we release new software, it is made available to all Pico= Scope Automotive Diagnostics Kit owners for <strong>free</strong> download = from our website. To check which version you are using, start the PicoScope= Automotive software and select <strong>Help | About</strong>.</p> <p>The current version is: <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/sof= tware.html?enews=3Da111007" target=3D"_blank">PicoScope 6 Automotive R6.5.8= 0</a></p> <p>See the <a href=3D"http://www.picoauto.com/release-notes-r6580= =2Ehtml?enews=3Da111007" target=3D"_blank">Release Notes</a> for a detailed l= ist of recent changes and additions to the software.</p><br></br> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/picolabs.jpg" width=3D"120" = align=3D"right" alt=3D" " /> <h3>Pico Labs Beta Releases</h3> <p>Beta releases are software releases that we are still fine-tuning. = They are only available to existing users who want to upgrade their Pico pr= oducts. For more information on beta releases see <a href=3D"http://labs.pi= cotech.com?enews=3Da111007" target=3D"_blank">"What is a 'beta release' and= should I use it?".</a></p> <p>The latest beta release is: <a href=3D"http://labs.picotech.com/#= psw6?enews=3Da111007" target=3D"_blank">PicoScope 6 Automotive R6.6.10</a><= /p> <p>To see the full list of release notes for this version, <a href= =3D"http://www.picotech.com/release-notes-r6610.html?enews=3Da111007" targe= t=3D"_blank">click here.</a/></p><br></br> <h2><a name=3D"jobs"></a>8. Fantastic opportunities to join an in= novative company!</h2> <img src=3D"http://www.picotech.com/enews/Careers Logo.jpg" width=3D"= 140" align=3D"right" alt=3D" " /> <p>Perhaps this is the year you will discover the benefits of working= for Pico Technology:</p> <ul> <li>Design and development of exciting new products</li> <li>A culture of constant technical innovation</li> <li>Opportunities in test and measurement, and prestigious auto= motive markets</li> <li>A company that frequently wins awards</li> </ul> <p>We currently have the following vacancies, but don't worry if = you don't fit exactly into any of these categories. We are always looking f= or design talent.</p> <ul> <li>Development Engineer - Windows Desktop Application Software= (including Automotive diagnostics and testing) - 7 positions available!</l= i> <li>Development Engineer - Digital Electronics - 2 positions av= ailable!</li> </ul> <p>Find details of these positions, and an online application for= m, at <a href=3D"http://www.picotech.com/employment.html?enews=3Da111008" t= arget=3D"_blank">pico.jobs</a>. You can also send enquiries by email to <a = href=3D"mailto:jobs@picotech.com">jobs@picotech.com</a>. We look forward to= hearing from you.</p> <br></br> <h2><a name=3D"about"></a>9. About this newsletter</h2> <p>When you subscribe to our newsletter, you will receive approxi= mately 12 issues a year plus one or two special announcements. 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