Ok, and thanks for the reply. I figured I needed to include the original it 4.57.21 package, and before doing the steps described above with DB Browser, I tried to find the Italian language pack, but it seems impossible to find.
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That is common with very recent versions like 4.57.21. The standalone repackers usually only include English and German initially to keep the download size manageable. The other language packs often lag behind a bit in public circulation.
You rarely find just the individual language files isolated for download. You usually have to find a tоrrеnt or mega link for the full vеrsiоn "SQLiteDBs" package for that specific version, which includes *all* languages. These can be very large downloads.
Try searching on diagnostic forums or trackers using terms like "ISTA 4.57.21 SQLiteDBs Multilanguage" or "ISTA PsdzData full vеrsiоn" (sometimes they are bundled).
If you absolutely need Italian right now for diagnostics, your best bet might be to use a slightly older, more established version (like 4.47.x or 4.39.20) where the full vеrsiоn language packs are easily found, until the 4.57.x files become more common.
Ok thanks.
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You're welcome.
Just keep an eye on the usual forums over the next few weeks. Those full vеrsiоn multilanguage SQLite packs usually eventually leak out a little while after the main English standalone version gets established. Good luck.
Yes, of course. I don't have any problems with Ista in English, although for some operations, as everyone knows, it's best not to have any doubts about the correct translation of certain steps. In any case, I can safely wait for the Italian pack.
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That makes perfect sense. For critical operations, complex test plans (ABLs), or programming, you definitely want to be 100% sure of the instructions without any translation ambiguity.
One final tip regarding languages in ISTA: Even after you eventually get the Italian pack installed, if you ever encounter a strange error or a test plan that seems stuck or behaves oddly, try temporarily switching back to UK English in the configuration settings.
Sometimes the non-English databases contain translation errors or formatting issues that can actually break certain procedures. Plus, nearly all online support resources and error code discussions reference the English terminology anyway.
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Good evening everyone, my ista+ 4.57.21 does not contain the ispidata file. Where can I find or get this? Thank you very much, Maik
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Good evening Maik.
In modern standalone installations of ISTA+ (like version 4.57.21), there isn't typically a single distinct file named
ispidata that users need to manage or acquire separately.The core operational data is located in two main areas within your ISTA installation directory:
- SQLiteDBs folder: Contains the diagnostic data, languages, text, and graphics (files like
streamdataprimitive_EN.sqlite,xmlvalueprimitive_EN.sqlite, andDiagDocDb.sqlite). - PSdZ folder: Contains the programming data files (needed if you plan to flash ECUs).
Why do you believe you are missing an "ispidata file"?
Are you getting a specific error message when launching ISTA or trying to connect to a car? If you post the exact error, we can likely point you to the actual missing component or configuration setting.
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Hello,
This is a very common issue. Editing the
.ini files is only half the battle. You also have to tell ISTA itself which interface to use. Most standalone installations default to ICOM, so you have to manually switch it to use your K+DCAN cable via EDIABAS.Follow these steps exactly:
1. Configure ISTA VCI Settings
This is the most likely step you are missing.
- Launch ISTA+.
- Click on the wrench icon (Administration) at the top.
- Go to the VCI Config tab.
- You will see a list of interface types. Select "Ediabas default settings (ediabas.ini)".
- Click "OK" and restart ISTA.
2. Verify Your EDIABAS Configuration
Double-check that your files are correct.
File:
C:\EDIABAS\Bin\ediabas.iniMake sure the
[Interface] section looks like this:
INI:
[Interface]
Interface = STD:OBDFile:
C:\EDIABAS\Bin\obd.iniMake sure the
[OBD] section points to the correct COM port you set in Device Manager.
INI:
[OBD]
Port=ComX ; Replace X with your COM port number
Hardware=OBD3. Verify Windows Device Manager Settings
This is critical. The COM port in
obd.ini must match what Windows has assigned to your cable.- Plug in your K+DCAN cable.
- Open Device Manager (right-click the Start button and select it).
- Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" section.
- You should see your USB cable listed (e.g., "USB sеriаl Port (COM3)"). Note the COM port number.
- Right-click on it and go to
Properties->Port Settingstab ->Advanced.... - Ensure the COM Port Number here is the same one you used in
obd.ini. You can change it here if needed (use a low number like 1-4). - While you are in this screen, set the "Latency Timer (msec)" to 1. This is very important for performance.
- Click OK on all windows to save.
Summary Checklist:
- ISTA VCI Config is set to "Ediabas default settings".
- Device Manager shows your cable on a specific COM port (e.g., COM3) with latency set to 1.
- Your
obd.inifile hasPort=Com3(or whatever your port is). - Your
ediabas.inifile hasInterface = STD:OBD.
