Introduction The ‘Data trace’ feature of our emulators is probably one of the most misunderstood features.  Trace is intended to give you some idea of what portions of an emulated ROM are being used by the target system as a last resort when you don’t have a way of establishing communications for logging.  Trace is […]

Introduction Emulation cables link our emulators to a target device.  The Ostrich, Ostrich2 and APU1 all use a similar style emulation cable.  The design of this cable has not changed in many years.  Four standard “shelf” cables are available: EMUC2818 is the standard cable supplied with the Ostrich, Ostrich2 and APU1 emulators.  It has a […]

Introduction / Identification The Demon2, pictured above, is the newest in our line of Honda/Acura-friendly P28/P30/P72-compatible technology. Flawless realtime emulation, embedded datalogging, auxiliary ports, 16x calibration storage and encryption.   The Demon II is designed to fit inside only USDM ECUs.   If you have a JDM ECU, be sure to let us know when you […]

Introduction / Identification The Demon (or original Demon, Demon 1) pictured above  is the first of our integrated devices aimed at Honda/Acura-friendly P28/P30/P72 OBD1 ECUs. Flawless realtime emulation, embedded datalogging, auxiliary ports, 16x calibration storage and encryption.   The Demon is designed to fit inside both USDM and JDM ECUs including those with knock boards.   The Demon […]

Bluetooth For the Ostrich2, the following will show you how to install the Bluetooth into the unit: 1) Open the Ostrich (two screws), keep track of the two nylon spacers. 2) Gather up the Bluetooth kit parts as shown in the pictures below. 3) Place the pin headers on the Bluetooth module and snap them […]

The RoadRunner is the only available full blown emulator for LS1 PCMs – unlike other “emulation” software, the entire contents of the flash is emulated Real-Time, not just certain maps.  It can also be used as a general purpose emulator in custom applications (Bosch Motronic, BMW, Miata, Nissan, …)  It is designed for PSOP44 chips […]

Neptune RTP is a tuning hardware/software package for tuning OBD1 Honda and Acura vehicles developed by James Holy at HR Tuning.  Quality hardware, quality software and solid support combine to provide what is arguably the most comprehensive package available for tuning these cars.   More information can be found at the official Neptune site here.  The Neptune […]

The Autoprom was the first Moates device. It is a combination Emulator, Chip Burner and Datalogger. Today you can buy these devices separately, however this package eliminates the need for 3 separate units. Compatibility As of writing this article, the only software known to be fully compatible with the Autoprom is TunerPro RT.  TunerCat OBD1 […]

The Ostrich 1.0, which has now been discontinued, was the first in the Ostrich line. Upon the creation of the first Moates product, the Autoprom (APU1) the team at Moates quickly realized the demand for separation of the Burner/Emulator/Datalogger combo. As a result, the Ostrich 1.0 was born. Early versions of the Ostrich 1.0 were […]

The release of the Ostrich 2.0 was the marking point for the next generation of Moates products. Along with a 75% size reduction, the Ostrich 2.0 also boasts many firmware advances. The Ostrich 2.0 connects to the host computer with a baud rate of 921,600bps, which is the fastest bit rate supported by standard RS-232. […]

About the QuarterHorse The QuarterHorse delivers in unparalleled fashion. It plugs into the J3 port like a chip, but can do much more. The QH hardware is compatible with all EEC-IV and EEC-V ECMs through 2004 equipped with a J3 port, allowing realtime tuning AND datalogging while the vehicle is operating.  In order to realize the capabilities […]