Thread: AEM 30-1600 or the new AEM 30-6600

the series 2 is supposed to improve over some faults that other aem tuners have complained about on the series one such as start up issues, the series 2 is supposed to have better triggers for faster start up. little things here and there that make the series 2 superior over series one, but i personally wouldnt upgrade my series 1 for the series 2

Got this Series 1 vs Series 2 comparison chart off the AEM site. Hope this helps anyone using this thread in the future.

Series 2 key features
Plugs directly into the factory harness. No rewiring necessary.
Uses all the factory sensors.
Includes start up calibrations.
System is fully enabled and unlocked - Never pay for upgrades!
Context sensitive help eases tuning process.
Maps can be password protected by the tuner to prevent unauthorized usage.
Runs on Windows-compatible software.
Up to 12 peak and hold injector drivers.
Up to 8 direct-fire coil outputs.
Up to 16 general-purpose outputs.
Up to 8 definable switch inputs.
Up to 4 EGT inputs with fuel trim.
1MB of internal data logging.
Electronic boost control.
Full idle control.
Programmable traction control.
Software definable knock control.
Two step launch control.
User configurable soft-cut rev limiters.
Wet or dry nitrous control.
Tune using new USB communication port or serial port.
Works with all AEM gauges.

ECU Comparison Table* Series1 - Series2
Outputs
Injector outputs 10 - 12
Ignition outputs 5 - 8
General purpose LS outputs 12 - 12
General purpose HS outputs 4 - 4
Individual cylinder ignition trims Yes - Yes
Individual cylinder fuel trims Yes - Yes
Inputs
Trigger inputs (Ref/Sync) 3 - 3
Analogue voltage inputs 12 - 12
Analogue temperature inputs 6 - 6
Switch inputs 6 - 6
Lambda inputs 2 x - 2 x
Internal barometric pressure sensor Yes - Yes
Knock sensors 2 - 2
User adjustable knock sensor center frequency No - Yes
Communication
USB No - Yes
CAN No - 2 Ch
RS232 Yes - Yes
Data Acquisition
Internal data logging 512 kB - 1 MB
Maximum internal logging rate (per channel) 250 Hz - 250 Hz
PC logging Yes - Yes
Data analysis using AEMLog Yes - Yes
Functions and Features
Boost control Yes - Yes
Groundspeed based boost target Yes - Yes
Nitrous injection Yes - Yes
Staged injection Yes - Yes
Ground speed limiting Yes - Yes
Traction and launch control Yes - Yes
Overrun boost enhancement (anti-lag) Yes - Yes
Gear change ignition cut (shift-without-lift) Yes - Yes
Stepper motor idle control Yes - Yes
Continuously variable cam control 2 cams - 4 cams
Drive by wire throttle control PnP Only - PnP Only
Password protected calibrations No - Yes
Main Relay control Yes - Yes
VTEC Control Yes - Yes
Fuel & Ignition rev limiters Yes - Yes
"In-cockpit" global fuel trim capability Yes - Yes
Gear dependant shift light Yes - Yes
Evap/Purge Function Yes - Yes
DC Motor control 2 Ch - 2 Ch
Software definable switch inputs 1 - 2
EGT Based fuel trims Yes - Yes
Maximum boost limit None - None
Automatic transmission control Yes - Yes