Quote Originally Posted by DynamoBen View Post
Yes, the chip is designed to be used with something as simple as hyperterminal. No special software required.
I'm using an ELM327, got a few PCBs I designed on the way. Chip works like a champ and the 'shareware' that's out there works great too. Lots of software to choose from, just have to pick whichever one fits your wants/needs.