Brian Bobb
Well-Known Member
Hi, I'm looking for where I can get the caterpillar software and training on how to use it.
Caterpillar software for heavy duty equipments and can't engines.You need to be more specific. What software is it exactly that you are looking for.?
Ok then where can I get a good source for the caterpillar software?I think you're still way too vague. All the Cat software is likely enough for an encyclopedia of dozens of volumes. What are can't engines?
Thank you. I will look into getting that.If you want Cat ET you either go to your dealer or buy an aftermarket system from China. You will at least need
a laptop and a cat communication adapter to go with the software.
My last complete system came with a refurbished tough book laptop for $1800 can. It does far more than just Cat.
Not sure who would show you how to use it.
The last time I saw any numbers, which admittedly was a few years ago, the purchase price of the ET software was around US$1,200 including the first year licence fee, the annual licence renewal fee was around $500, and the Communication Adapter Hardware required to connect the laptop to a machine was $800. This is assuming you already have a laptop on which to load the software and that has adequate storage & performance capabilities to run it. If you work with on-highway & industrial engines that use the J1939 connector as opposed to the Cat Datalink connector you will need an additional fly lead cable that does not come with the Comms Adapter.Thank you. I will look into getting that.