GT1 laptop software

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Not sure if there is a main thread about GT1 software and hints/tricks but here is some info I found from the GT1 website:

This software package enables you to unlock the mysteries of your BMW’s comprehensive diagnostic andcomplex electrical control systems and carry out virtually all of the tasks which would normally only be possible by making a trip with the car to a BMW Dealer, including resetting service intervals and reading and diagnosing stored error codes. However this diagnostic software is far more than just an error code reader.
BMW GT1 / DIS V57 is the software originally designed and used by BMW to program and diagnose the many electronic control modules used within the BMW range of motor vehicles at their own dealerships. BMW GT1 stands for BMW Group Tester and contains two programs which allow for fast easy diagnosis and programming / reprogramming of all of the control devices used within BMW Cars manufactured between 1996 and 2009
BMW GT1 is also known in some circles as BMW DIS V57, and since it is a specialist dealer piece of software designed for use by BMW Technicians, it was not generally available to the general public nor to independent garages or mobile automotive engineers who may also require it. The original BMW GT1 / DIS V57 software was designed to run on a Networked Linux / unix based environment, often using the IBM T30 Laptop as its human-display interface. Since the original BMW GT1 / DIS V57 systems are now very rare, and prohibitively expensive (£3000+) it wasn’t long before a stand alone version of the GT1 software was created for use in the domestic Windows environment, using nothing more than a standard laptop and an easily obtainable interface lead, and this is what you see being advertised here.
The BMW GT1 / DIS V57 Suite is a group of software programs which will allow you to access, control, diagnose and reprogram all of the various electronic modules which control the many functions of your BMW car, and the actual individual software programs contained on our DVD GT1 / DIS V57 Diagnostic Package DVD’s consist of the following:-
BMW DIS V57
BMW DIS is used largely for diagnosis purposes, this program will access the various electronic modules within a BMW & Mini Vehicle, and read stored error codes to allow the operator to identify existing or potential problems across the many electronic sensors used within the vehicle body and engine through a flow chart of diagnostic tests. BMW DIS will also allow you to view, and clear any stored error codes, as well as resetting service interval or CBS data during an Inspection. BMW DIS will also allow low level coding operations, such as resetting various Adaption values, registering new batteries and recoding injectors in diesel (DDE) vehicles and many other hundreds of previously ‘dealer only’ procedures, including DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) and oil quality resets and forced DPF regeneration on diesel BMW’s.
BMW PROGMAN SSS V32
This is a complex and very powerful piece of technician level software, used to recode all aspects of the vehicle electronic control systems. This includes recoding replacement ‘body’ modules, immobiliser coding and syncronisation, Parking Distance Control, Auto Gearbox Control Systems, Central Locking Control, HID Lamps and Light module parameters and also Roof functions on convertible models. You can also use Progman to code and change individual key based stored comfort settings and also add or remove keys to / from the vehicle.
BMW TIS
BMW TIS, is a complete Parts workshop manual for BMW Motor Vehicles. Should you require any replacement parts for your BMW Model Vehicle or even locate where they are situated within the vehicle, then BMW TIS will allow you to locate the section relevant to the part, and then give an exploded, and detailed diagram and the layout and also the original BMW Part Numbers of any replacements. BMW TIS also gives detailed servicing information, including details of any additional technical upgrades and also various maintenance routines outside of the standard schedules.
Software Features
The GT1 / DIS V57 Software suite will also allow you to enter the dealer only areas of your vehicle which allow you to customise and personalise individual settings and adjust many of the user comfort features which may be hidden in your BMW vehicle ECU. These include selective locking, Key Memory, Seat / Mirror Memory, Alarm Notification, Daylight Running Lights, Pathway Lighting and many other Dealer only modifications.
Our BMW Diagnostic Software requires the the use of either the Ediabas or K+D-Can interfaces which are used to physically connect between the operators’ laptop and the diagnostic port within the vehicle. Using these inexpensive interfaces allows easy connection to the vehicles’ onboard diagnostic computer from a Laptop, all for a total price which is often less than the cost of a single diagnostic session at a dealer.
Using these aftermarket Ediabas or K+D-Can interfaces, brings this dealer level BMW diagnostic system into the budget of the average domestic owner-mechanic who wants to diagnose, service and maintain their own private vehicle on their own driveway as often as they wish.
With BMW vehicles getting more and more complex, even the simple process of replacing a battery could mean a trip to the dealer to get the BMW IBS system reset and changing over any faulty electronic modules with pre-owned replacements (perhaps obtained from a salvage yard) can mean that the replacement module has to be first (re)coded to the rest of the vehicle. In order to do this, the BMW owner would be required to take their vehicle to a BMW dealer or a workshop for reprogramming.
Unfortunately, a lot of the other aftermarket diagnosis software and the basic handheld code readers simply do not have the same features as BMW GT1 nor will it code BMW vehicles or carry out the above tasks.
Our diagnostic software offers a solution, which allows the average DIY mechanic to use BMW GT1 and unlock the hugely powerful potential of diagnosis and recoding on their own driveway, using nothing more than an old laptop, our software package and a low cost, readily available EDIABAS serial or K+D-Can USB interface, and our package comes complete with step by step, easy to follow installation instructions, and once installed it can be used as often as you wish.
The BMW DIS V57 and PROGMAN V32 Software package which we offer here will work with all worldwide models of BMW Cars made between 1996 and 2009 and the various software package options can be purchased here for delivery all over the world.
BMW 1 series: E87
BMW 3 series: E30 E36 E46 E90/91
BMW 5 series: E28 E34 E39 E60
BMW 6 series: E24 E63 E64
BMW 7 series: E23 E32 E38 E65
BMW 8 series: E31
BMW x series: X3 E83 X5 E53
BMW z series: Z1 E30 Z3 E36 Z4 E85 Z8 E52
MINI series R50 R52 R53 R55 R56 R57
We can supply a DVD Package sent out by Mail (Airmail to overseas customers) which contains the following:-
BMW DIS V57 (Newer version of BMW GT1) for Diagnostics, Servicing and General fault finding
BMW Progman SSS V32 (Allows comprehensive programming and coding)
Diaghead Emulator (allows the use of either the usb or serial interfaces)
BMW INPA, TOOLSET32, NCS EXPERT and EDIABAS Software
Step by Step Software and Interface Installation Instructions.
Our website also offers various other combinations of the software tools used for BMW Vehicles. This includes BMW Inpa V5.02, BMW Ediabas V6.47, and also the increasingly popular NCS Expert, NCS PLANT, WINELDI and WINKFP Editor
This system will operate on any laptop or PC which has a serial port (Ediabas) or USB (K+D-Can) and is running with Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 (32 bit O/S versions are supported – 64 bit are not compatible)

To use BMW DIS, on a MODIC equipped vehicle such as the E30, E31, E32, E34… series, you will need to purchase a special diagnostic interface called ‘ADS’, this allows connection between the serial port on your Laptop and the round 20 pin diagnostic connector found in the engine compartment on the Bmw E32 series.

ISTA/P and ISTA / D will work on all BMW Vehicles, manufactured between 1996 and 2012, and is required on ALL newer vehicles manufactured after March 2009 (which was when the original BMW DIS software platform was retired).
ISTA/D – Read and clear fault memory, wiring diagrams, repair instructions, technical documents, activations, live data, etc
ISTA/P – Program and encode, update vehicle software, retrofits/conversions (i.e trailer hitch, satellite radio, etc)
BMW Ista /D and Ista /P will also work with BMW Motorcycles and BMW Mini vehicles, and gives the same level of access to your vehicles’ control modules as a genuine BMW dealer would have, including Diagnostics, Programming and individual personalisation of the various comfort features and options.
No Emulator or Dongle is required with this Software, and you can use a basic and cheap D-Can Interface Cable as well as OPS or ENET interfaces and it will also work with Icom clones.


Next, we describe each type of Bmw Interface and advise which type will be the one which is the most suitable option for the various BMW Models.
BMW ADS / EDIABAS OBD INPA INTERFACE
This is possibly the most common, original aftermarket interface for older (Pre 2005) BMW Models which used the dual K-Line system (KKL). Originally designed for use on the EDIABAS system (which runs the main DIS / SSS platform), it is the first choice of the home mechanic for its ease of use as it is completely “plug and play” and requires no additional Adapters, software (USB) drivers or COM port changes within Windows.
If your vehicle has a round 20 pin style connector located in the engine (motor) compartment, then your vehicle uses the very early ‘ADS’ Diagnostic protocol, and this is the only type of interface lead which can be used reliably with your car.
However this interface will also work with many other BMW Models manufactured up to late 2005 and use the standard OBD style rectangle 16 pin connector.
This EDIABAS / ADS interface requires a serial RS232 9 pin ‘D’ connector to plug into the laptop, so, if choosing this interface you will need to ensure that the laptop on which you will be installing the DIS / SSS Software, has a serial port fitted. Serial ports are now generally obsolete on modern laptops and were generally fitted to older IBM, DELL & TOSHIBA laptops.
The list of BMW models which are compatible with the Ediabas / Ads interface are:-
- BMW 3 Series E30 E36 E46 E83 and some 2005 E90 models
- BMW 5 Series E34 E39 E53 and some 2005 E60 E61 models
- BMW 6 Series E63 E64
- BMW 7 Series E38 E65 E66
- BMW 8 Series E31 E52
- BMW X Series E53
- BMW Z Series E85 E52
- MINI Series R50 R52 R53
You can purchase the Ediabas OBD & ADS Interface Cable from the recommended Vendor(s) listed below
Ediabas OBD & ADS Interface (International Shipping)
BMW K+ D-CAN Diagnostic Interface
The Bmw K+D-CAN Interface is a newer interface protocol which is designed to work with late model Bmw vehicles, which use a much faster diagnostic protocol. This interface also uses a standard USB style connector to attach to the laptop, and so it is more suited to newer laptops which no longer have a built in RS-232 serial port.
The K+D-Can interface, as its name suggests, is also backwards compatible with most 1999 – 2005 dual K-line equipped vehicles such as the E46, E53 etc, however you will need to purchase an Adaptor which links pins 7 & 8 together, if you intend to use this lead with pre 2005 cars.
Please note that the K+D-CAN interface is the only interface which can be used by owners of BMW Vehicles manufactured after 2005 as these newer models will not work with the older Ediabas Interface.
Known D-Can only equipped vehicles include:-
• E60, E61 Bmw models 2006 to early 2009
• E83 Bmw models 2006 to early 2009
• E81, E87 Bmw models 2007 to early 2009
• E90, E91, E92, E93 Bmw Models 2007 to early 2009
• E70 (new Bmw X5) to early 2009
• R56 (new MINI) to early 2009
Because of its dual compatibility with both K-Line and D-Can vehicles, the K+D-CAN interface (with the additionl of its K-line Adaptor) should also be considered if more than one vehicle is likely to be tested, such as in a commercial garage environment as this single interface can test both the K-Line (1999 – 2006 vehicles) as well as the newer D-Can vehicles (2006 to 2009). If you are unsure as to which diagnostic protocol your car uses, and it is fitted with the standard 16 pin diagnostic connector then you should also choose this cable, and its adapter.
The procedure for setting up the K+D-CAN interface and changing the COM port settings within Windows to work with GT1 / DIS is included on our BMW DIS & SSS Software package, however most cable interface vendors will also supply their own USB drivers with the cable, which should be installed before use.
Please note that this K+D-Can interface cable WILL NOT work with early Bmw’s which are fitted with the round 20 pin diagnostic connector in the engine area.
Vendor of the K+ D-Can Interface
K+D-Can Interface Purchase (U.S.A & International)
K-line Pin 7 & 8 Adapter – Required if the K+D-Can lead is to be used with pre 2006 cars.
Finally, here is a quick, basic guide as to which interface to choose
* If your vehicle has a round 20 pin connector in the engine bay, you will need the serial Ediabas / ADS Interface
* If your vehicle has a rectangular 16 pin connector, and was built between 2000 and 2005, you can use either the Ediabas / Ads Interface or the K+D-Can interface and the additional K-Line adapter.
* If your vehicle was built between 2005 and early 2009 then you will need to purchase the K+D-Can interface – no additonal K-line adapter is required
If you are in any doubt as to which diagnostic interface to purchase, then assuming that your vehicle has an oblong 16 pin connector in the cabin of the vehicle and no round connector in the engine area, then the easiest and safest method is to buy a K+D-can interface and a K-line Adaptor
Newer Bmw F Series of vehicles, built after 2009, require a special Enet / Esys based OBD interface for diagnostic and programming work, however please note that vehicles manufactured after 3/2009 will not work with BMW DIS V57 or Inpa V5.02, and should only be used with BMW ISTA Software



BMW POWER SUPPLY FOR CODING

When carrying out sensitive procedures on BMW vehicles such as Programming or Coding functions it is VITAL that the vehicle battery and electrical system is “backed up” by using a heavy duty, high current 13.8v power supply unit which is capable of a continuous output of at least 40 amps.
Because coding and programming can be time consuming and require the use of the vehicle ignition and main electrical system to be active throughout, using an external power supply in tandem with the vehicle battery is crucial in order to prevent against voltage drop outs and the eventual flattening of the battery due.
Should the vehicle battery become flat during a precision programming operation, or worse still a voltage drop or sudden voltage fluctuation occur, then it may corrupt the data within the module, wipe the vehicle identity from one or more modules, and essentially leave you with a “bricked” vehicle which will no longer start and will require expensive remedial work. Therefore it is false economy to take a risk, and attempt to program or code the car using only the vehicle battery, and no external power supply.
You should avoid using conventional battery chargers to provide the external power supply, due to the fact that the output from these is either completely unregulated, or poorly controlled and relies on the state of the vehicle battery to determine the current output, rather than supplying a continuous load. These are NOT suitable for coding and programming operations.
The ideal power supply output voltage for Programming and Coding operations using BMW DIS / SSS and BMW ISTA is 13.8V and under no circumstances should the power supply unit be increased beyond 14.5V, or the vehicle started with the power supply unit still connected.
During programming and coding procedures, BMW Progman SSS V32, expects to see a voltage of over 13v appearing at the vehicle end. This is to protect the ECU from suffering permanent damage from the vehicle battery going flat during programming and to ensure that the operator is using an external Power Supply Unit to provide the vehicle with a suitable 13v to 14v dc supply.
The error with the aftermarket Ediabas interfaces, means that even if a suitable power supply is connected to the vehicle battery, Progman still continues to report an undervoltage (usually 12.4v) despite there being upto 14v present at the vehicle.
Unfortunately, this error will prevent Bmw Progman SSS V32 from programming or coding the vehicle due to the continued undervoltage error, and work cannot be carried out.