PSA interface tester

[rich_n_stace]

I’ve recently bought an interface, believed to be genuine by the seller. I was supplied a DVD but it was scratched up and unable to read contents. I’ve tried a few different VM’s of Diagbox but can’t get it to see the interface. Windows 11 picks it up as a PSA interface. Can anyone point me to the tester program I’ve heard a little about please?

Regards, Rich

[rich_n_stace]

Ok I’ve downloaded an XP VM of version 9 pre activated. The interface tester was also pre installed. It detects my interface fine but I’m still unable to connect to my Peugeot Partner2 M59. It picks it up as an M69 but won’t get any responses from the Modules or BSI.

Anyone able to help?

[GiveMeABreak]

It's possible that you have bought a 'cut-down hardware' version of the interface that is missing key components required for communication with later CAN vehicles. If you have the version with missing hardware then it will fail to communicate with modules like the ABS system, engine ECU / BSI etc.

If you want a proper version have a chat with UK based supplier recommended by many here:

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The interface tester may well report revision 'C' but that does not mean it is!

[rich_n_stace]

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[rich_n_stace]

Does it look like a fake?

[GiveMeABreak]

I would need to see good quality images of both sides of both boards.

Also, please upload your photos directly here - no need to use third party image hosting - it's a lot more hassle.

Just use the FULL EDITOR & POST button, hit the attachments tab, browse phone, PC or MAC for images and select multiple images to upload, then use the PLACE command to put them inline with your text.

[rich_n_stace]

[GiveMeABreak]

Ok, I can see from some of the boards that they are missing most of the Optocouplers and the 10k Resistor (highlighted below to give some examples - I haven't highlighted everything though), plus a load of other components. Suffice it to say it's the 'lite' version, so won't work on modern vehicles.

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[cit-rotti]

This is a very inferior China clone.
Difference Chinese clone - original
An original can be recognised at first glance - it does not have to be opened. 1.

1. there is a 6-digit white marking on the black round connector example "SD1505" - each VCI has a different number.

2. the 15-pin USB connector is black - usually blue when cloning.

3. the small 2-pin power connector next to it is rectangular on the clone and rectangular with a grid on the original.

4. Actia PSA XS EVOLUTION and for Citroen the number 921815C / 15W46 / 0088586 can be found on the small sticker on the back - each original has its own number after 921815C.
The clones are all the same the Citroen number is: 921815B / 40W07 / 0005451 sometimes also 921815 C ....or a similar number for Peugeot.
And for clones after XS Evolution always "Made in France" newer originals never have "Made in France".
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5. the original connection cable is also longer and has a 6-digit white marking on the black round plug - example SD0803.
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6. the original front sticker of the A.1281 Z has only the Peugeot symbol (thick black writing) and Citroen (thick red writing) and the clone still has the DS-Spirit symbol - also the text underneath is different.


Note: For vehicles up to 2015, software version 7.57 or 7.62 should preferably be installed and used - this must be installed on a 32-bit system. XP prof. Sp3 or Win 7 pro 32 bit.
The software version 9.xx from 9.125 onwards should preferably be installed on WIN 10 Pro 64 Bit - there are both activatable versions and VM versions.

For a Peugeot Partner2 1997, the old Peugeot PLANET (goes for Peugeot up to approx. 2009) would also be completely sufficient. Can be installed and activated properly only on XP prof. Sp3. Probably the purchased clone still works with the firmware.

If the DIAGBOX - no matter which software variant - is installed correctly, the Partner2 can of course also only be diagnosed there with the PLANET contained in the DB. However, the VCI quality must be right and the right laptop is also needed for a proper VM installation.

The recommendation of "Marc" leads to success.

Greetings Wolfgang

[Rp0thejester]

Hmm... You know alot, maybe to much.....

[rich_n_stace]

Thankyou for that. Guess I’ve been ripped off. Or the guy just got lucky with the older firmware & diagbox SW & was unaware it was a bad clone.

I could add the missing optocouplers & resistor myself, now trying to find a source uk that won’t sting me. The interface is useless as is so I suspect an optocoupler has failed anyway so I could replace the lot it’s just a shame. I thought I had a deal at £80 but I could have likely bought another that was advertised as full chip for around that price mark

[GiveMeABreak]

There are other components that are too long to go into - suffice it to say it can be done but you would need to know the exact component references, chips and relays.

[rich_n_stace]

Is there a Schematic & BOM or similar floating around anywhere? I can order trade through a company account. I have read that someone got theirs functioning by populating the HCPL-083N optocouplers and adding the resistor?

There are other components that are too long to go into - suffice it to say it can be done but you would need to know the exact component references, chips and relays.

[GiveMeABreak]

I did have a list at one point, but that was a good many years ago now.

[rich_n_stace]

Ok no problem. I’ve concluded that I need to downgrade the firmware for now as it’s showing as a C and with it not being fully populated I’m guessing it would function fine as a a b on 7.xx Diagbox?