North Carolina's Approved Analyzer Software Versions
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NC DEQ) is responsible for ensuring that all vehicle inspection stations in the state use approved analyzer software versions. These software versions are crucial for accurate emissions testing and inspection of vehicles.
Why Are Approved Analyzer Software Versions Important?
Approved analyzer manufacturers are required to submit software changes for several reasons, including:
- To correct software errors discovered during field use
- Due to legislative or regulatory changes in the Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) program
- Requested changes by the Division of Motor Vehicles and/or Division of Air Quality to improve program efficiency and effectiveness
How Are Analyzer Software Versions Approved?
Analyzer manufacturers must submit all software changes for approval and obtain written State approval prior to use of the software for Official State Inspections. The version number consists of a four-digit numeric code, made up of the current year and a two-digit version number.
Key Requirements for Analyzer Software Updates
- All analyzers must have their new software installed within 65 days from the Software Approval Date
- DMV has the right to lockout any analyzer beginning on the 66th day for not having the most current software installed
List of Approved Analyzer Software Versions
The following is a list of approved analyzer software versions:
- BanaLogic: LK OBDII - Standalone (1201), LSSafety Only - Standalone (1201), LPOBDII - VPN Broadband (2201)
- EASE: DS OBDII Stand Alone with Windows 7 (1041), DT OBDII Stand Alone with WXP (1041), DV OBDII Stand Alone with Vista (1041)
- Opus Inspection (formerly SysTech): TZ OBDII Stand Alone with WXP (1204)
- Bosch (formerly SPX): BD BAR 97/OBDII with W9 (80902), BK OBDII Stand Alone with WXP (0902), BZ OBDII Stand Alone with W9 (80902)
- ESP (Opus Inspections): ED BAR 97/OBDII with W9 (81102), EZ OBDII Stand Alone with W9 (81102), ES OBDII Stand Alone with W10 (2108), ES OBDII - VPN Broadband (2206), ES OBDII- VPN Broadband Slate Flash (2302)
- Snap-On: SZ OBDII Stand Alone with W2 (0009)
- Verizon Business by BanaLogic: VS Safety Only-Standalone State Owned (1201), VK OBDII Standalone State Owned (1201), CS Safety Only-Standalone Not State Owned (1201), CK OBDII Standalone Not State Owned (1201)
- Worldwide: WC BAR 97/OBDII with W2 (0015), WD BAR 97/OBDII with W9 (81506), WK OBDII Stand Alone with W2 (0015), WZ OBDII Stand Alone with W9 (81506), WG OBDII Stand Alone Wireless W/XP (1506), WS OBDII Stand Alone with W7 (1506), WH OBDII Stand Alone with W/7 (DAD) (1506), WP OBDII VPN Broadband (2301)
Conclusion
In conclusion, the NC DEQ plays a crucial role in ensuring that all vehicle inspection stations in the state use approved analyzer software versions. By following the guidelines and requirements outlined above, analyzer manufacturers can ensure that their software versions are approved and compliant with state regulations. For more information on North Carolina's Inspection/Maintenance program, visit the NC DEQ website. Additionally, you can learn more about vehicle emissions testing from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
