> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.macchina.cc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.macchina.cc/product-documentation/a0-docs/a0ret.md).

# Quick Start Guide

This guide will get you working with two of the most popular applications for A0: Torque and SavvyCAN.

## Use A0 with Torque

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The process of connecting A0 with non-Torque apps should be fairly similar to the the one shown below.
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#### Connect via Bluetooth

Using your phone's Bluetooth settings, connect to ELM327-A0.

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#### Configure Torque

Enter the settings in Torque, and then the "OBD2 Adapter Settings". Ensure connection type is set to Bluetooth and then select ELM327-A0 under the "Choose Bluetooth Device" option.

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#### Done!

After this point consult the [**Torque Wiki**](https://torque-bhp.com/wiki/Main_Page) to learn how to use Torque.

## Use A0 with SavvyCAN

A0RET allows A0 to work with SavvyCAN via Wi-Fi, no wires needed!

#### Download SavvyCAN

Follow the link below to download the latest release of SavvyCAN as a zip archive. Then unzip to a folder.

{% embed url="<https://github.com/collin80/SavvyCAN/releases>" %}

#### Run SavvyCAN

First run vc\_redist.x64.exe to install the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable, then run SavvyCAN.exe to open SavvyCAN.

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#### Add a Connection

Go to Connection->Open Connection Window to begin adding a new device.

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At this point, plug A0 into the car. Then, from the computer running SavvyCAN, connect to its Wi-Fi network. The defaults are:

**SSID:** A0RETSSID

**Password:** aBigSecret

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The default SSID and Password can be changed through the system menu as described in "Firmware Reference" section.&#x20;
{% endhint %}

Click "Add New Device Connection" and select "Network Connection"; the IP address should pre-populate since we have already connected to A0's network.

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You should now start seeing CAN traffic in the main window of SavvyCAN.&#x20;

The A0-specific steps have now all been completed and you have free reign in the huge playground that is SavvyCAN, visit their extensive documentation below:

{% embed url="<https://www.savvycan.com/docs/>" %}

#### For a more detailed look at A0's built in capabilities, go to:&#x20;

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[Firmware Reference](/product-documentation/a0-docs/a0-firmware.md)
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