Welcome to Snapshot Decoder

Snapshot Decoder is a powerful diagnostic tool for analyzing Bobcat Engine Analyzer (BEA) snapshot files. It helps service technicians visualize and interpret diagnostic snapshots to quickly identify issues.

Quick Start: Open a snapshot file using File → Open Snapshot or press Ctrl+O.

Key Features

Multi-format Support - Load V1 ECU, V1 Engine Use Data, and ECU V2 snapshot formats
Quick Charts - One-click diagnostic Quick Charts for common diagnostics
Custom Charting - Quickly search PIDs by description to create custom line charts
Powerful Chart Views - Zoom, pan, and compare actual PID values with time converted to minutes and seconds
Chart Cart - Export single or multiple charts to PDF for documentation

User Interface

Snapshot Data Panel - Header info, system indicators, toolbar, and PID selection
Quick Charts - One-click pre-configured diagnostic chart views
Chart Controls - Interacting with charts (zoom, pan, cursors)
Keyboard Shortcuts - Speed up your workflow

Working with Data

Opening Files - How to load snapshot files
Raw Data Table - Viewing original imported data
Cleaned Data Table - Viewing processed data

Getting Started

Getting Started - Learn the basics
First Steps - Complete walkthrough
Seven Step Diagnostic Process - Structured approach to diagnosis and repair
Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions

Support

For additional support or to report issues, contact: