NavCoder v1.1 released

KiwiJochen · #1 01-09-2007, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by gfeiner

KiwiJochen,
What is the latest on the loss of ETA functionality on MK4 after using NavCoder? Is there a fix yet? I've seen a few post at bimmerboard.com but navigating threads at that site is a pain in the butt. Do you mind keeping us updated here?

Hi, The wierd thing is that I recoded 2 x Mk4 navs last weekend. Both of them worked perfectly, arrival time was not lost. But I recall I didn't tick 'Show arrival time'.

They were fitted to E39s with 4:3 displays

But to help people I have made a test version of NavCoder, where all 8 bits (0 to 7) can be set, to see if there are some undocumented settings that influence arrival time.

I cannot see anywhere where I can upload files on this forum, so I have it on the bimmerboard forum:
http://www.bimmerboard.com/members/k...vCoderTest.zip

Actually I just see that the users on bimmerboard found the solution - you do NOT set 'Show arrival time' on the E39 with Mk4. Then everything is fine.

I actually think that the 'Show Arrival Time' is maybe only for cars made up to 09/03 - ie: for those fitted with Mk1, Mk2 or Mk3 nav.
Maybe "PU 09/03" means "production until 09/03"

So for Mk4 nav do NOT select 'Show arrival time', then everything works

gfeiner · #2 01-09-2007, 05:13 PM

FYI,
Attached is a pinout diagram of the CD connector that shows which pins supply the +12V, Gnd, and Ibus connections. This is from the hacktheibus yahoo group.

KiwiJochen,

Maybe you should bundle this up in your zip file since I see some people have asked this question.

KiwiJochen · #3 01-09-2007, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gfeiner

FYI,
Attached is a pinout diagram of the CD connector that shows which pins supply the +12V, Gnd, and Ibus connections. This is from the hacktheibus yahoo group.

KiwiJochen,

Maybe you should bundle this up in your zip file since I see some people have asked this question.

Nah, at 254KB, the PDF is too big :-)

But I'll re-write the physical connection part, and include wire colours, so that people can find the iBus easily.

Gotta love the Japanese E39, the iBus is on the nav connector which is immediatly visible and accessible just by opening the CD changer access panel.

gfeiner · #4 01-11-2007, 01:06 PM

Version 1.2 has been posted.
http://www.bimmerboard.com/members/k...n/NavCoder.zip

J0HN · #5 01-18-2007, 04:50 PM

I've used NavCoder with great succes and fun but I've got a question.

I can re-code MK3 or MK4 systems for use with 4x3 and 16x9 monitors but I like to set up a system for use with a Monochrome Navigation Radio, is it possible to add this option to it? In other words a option for Display type, or so.
Also is it possible to make it read back what the settings are within a system thru NavCoder?

tanev · #6 01-24-2007, 01:04 AM

Hi All,
Is there a sequence of steps that you'd recommend I observe when I hook up the Resler's I-BUS interface to my 2005 325i? What I have in mind is for instance, do I have to first disconnect battery and attach USB interface and laptop (I am thinking to corresponding CD Changer plug pins) and then turn the ingnition key on (to what position?). Or, do I leave the battery on and turn ignition key off and plug the device? I am thinking of running NavCoder 1.2 to code my car after my OEM navigation retrofit. Any help/guidance will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Peter

KiwiJochen · #7 01-27-2007, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J0HN

I've used NavCoder with great succes and fun but I've got a question.

I can re-code MK3 or MK4 systems for use with 4x3 and 16x9 monitors but I like to set up a system for use with a Monochrome Navigation Radio, is it possible to add this option to it? In other words a option for Display type, or so.

What you are asking is to code a nav unit for use with colour of mono screens.
Wish I knew how, but I don't.

I know how to fudge a mono nav unit so it works on colour, but it's a fuidge, not a proper re-code.

Quote:

Originally Posted by J0HN

Also is it possible to make it read back what the settings are within a system thru NavCoder?

I want to add this in, it's on my to-do list