Barracuda Programmer

Introduction
Several years ago we have decided that we need new type of hardware that will allow us to pursue functions,
which are either impossible or will be very difficult to achieve with our current lineup of programmers.
After many iterations we are finally content with the hardware and the potential it gives us, so it is high time
to start releasing information about it.

Scorpio-LK's Barracuda programmer

It is a new platform which is intended to complement Tango programmer in our pursuit to release solid
solutions for locksmiths and users working in the sphere of automotive repairs and vehicles maintenance.

We will continue to release information in the upcoming days and weeks...

HITAG Keys Reset

Introduction

The first branch of Barracuda programmer features which will be available at release and
be included in base software is Reset/Renewal of used HITAG based vehicle keys.
Every reset function released in Barracuda programmer is independently developed, tested and digitally signed by us.

Classification

During the process we have studied extensively hundreds of HITAG keys, both new and used, while we were
developing the database for the reset functionality. One of the main conclusions which we drew was that key
classification by part number is not entirely correct, can be misleading and will unnecessary bloat the software
with menus, sub-menus, etc... Most keys from same brand can differentiate by more reliable secondary signs like, variations
in outer shell, number of buttons, frequency, type of plate, type of used PCF, etc...

In this regard in Barracuda keys will be classified by brand and version number, while the help files and additional
text information available in software for each function will provide the secondary signs by which a user can decide
which is the correct function to use for the key they want to reset. Such approach solves two problems, first it
allows to correctly reset keys regardless of part number and avoid a problem when the part number of a key, a user
wants to reset, is not listed. This would leave the user thinking it can't be reset, while more often than not that is not
the case, as long as the secondary signs match. Second as mentioned above it will reduce software bloating significantly.
We intend to add more keys in future updates and keeping bloating minimal from start will make navigation and general
use of the software easier.

In this regard we have opened a topic "Which HITAG keys would you like to see added for Reset ?" : viewtopic.php?f=14&t=28117


Initial Release List

And just a little teaser of what is to come....