Recent NIMH battery. Operates as it should. 2009 Domestic, 2009 Asian, 2008 European, Heavy Duty Standard and Global OBD II. Comes with Cable Connector Saver, 3305-73 Cable and 3306-22 Insert for use with OBD II applications. This scanner can be upgraded by purchasing Smart Cards and can read OBD I with proper cables. Artifact on screen in picture 7 is a reflection of my ceiling fan.