In Focus: OTC Encore Featuring Bravo 2.0

Oct. 5, 2016
The update provides technicians an even faster, more stable tool with additional vehicle coverage and a reduction in screen-to-screen waiting times.

The OTC Encore Featuring Bravo 2.0 helps technicians repair vehicles with its AutoDetect system. The system searches several on-tool and Internet databases, providing the most likely vehicle fix based on more than 30 million vehicle-specific and experience-based fixes. The update provides technicians an even faster, more stable tool with additional vehicle coverage and a reduction in screen-to-screen waiting times. The updated software includes 9,058 new vehicle-ECU combinations, an improved AutoID VIN success rate of 99 percent and clearer user controls. 

Application

The OTC Encore diagnoses vehicle problems and provides possible solutions and resources for helping to fix it. This tool is used on electrical and electronic problems whether or not a diagnostic trouble code is present.

Selling points

  • The OTC Encore has the strength of our diagnostic programs combined with the Android system to create a diagnostic tablet.
  • Identifix Direct-Hit, embedded in the OTC Encore, provides support during repair.
  • Class-leading coverage for Duramax, Cummins, and Powerstroke diesels found in 3/4 and 1-ton heavy duty pickups.

Features and benefits

  • One-touch AutoID identifies the year, make, model and engine for most CAN vehicles.
  • Tap to get codes and access to millions of confirmed fixes with 1 Touch DTCs.
  • Avoid reentering the vehicle ID and losing data when you cycle the key with onboard battery.
  • Custom browser homepage with access to popular technician forums right from Encore screen.
  • The OTC Encore includes: battery power, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth long-range wireless, headphone jack and 7” high resolution touch screen display. 
  • OTC Encore includes: OBD II cable, USB cable, power adapter and hard carrying case.

Origin

The Encore was created to solve vehicle drivability and other issues relating to diagnostic trouble codes and other electronic and electrical issues.

Manufacturing specs

  • The OTC Encore is manufactured in Owatonna, Minnesota, USA with some globally sourced components.
  • Unit size: 2"x 9" x 6"

Storage and display

The item is shipped one unit per package. It should be placed out in the open on a truck, plugged in, so technicians can pick it up and play with it. Screen should be on and the tool should not be in demo mode.

Suggested retail price

$2,499

For more information

Matt Anderson

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