I'm looking to find an ODB2 adaptor connector for use with NCS Expert or BMWhat/Carly. Does any one have any experience or recommendations for an ODB2 adaptor? There are lots on the internet which are all pretty cheap, I'd ideally like to buy one I know somebody else has had success with. Thanks!
NCS Expert / BMWhat Bluetooth ODB2 Adaptor
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I'm using this WiFi one with my Ipad....works a treat and only £8.68.
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If you want an ELM327 adapter for BMWhat then make sure it's V2.1. That will allow you to code all modules, not just a select few. The BMWhat certified adapter is just a rebadged ELM327 V2.1, nothing special.
I have this one and it works fine: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TORQUE-ANDROID-Super-Mini-ELM327-V2-1-OBD2-OBDII-Bluetooth-Adapter-Auto-Scanner-/141712512778
I don't know if a bluetooth or wifi adapter will work using NCSExpert or any of the BMW programming suites. Personally I would stick with using a cable.
The cables are a lot faster and more reliable for programming, BMWHat (or Carly as it's now called) is so much faster with a cable. If you want to do anything like full module flashing with WinKFP then you really don't want to risk using an ELM327.
If you want a cable then this is one of the most reliable UK sources: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-USB-OBD-K-Dcan-Diagnostic-Cable-Switched-UK-INPA-DIS-SSS-NCS-Coding-/271796230565
Cable-shack have a really good reputation in the coding community. You can find lots of cables floating around £20 that claim to work but many including myself have tried and failed with them.
I have this one and it works fine: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TORQUE-ANDROID-Super-Mini-ELM327-V2-1-OBD2-OBDII-Bluetooth-Adapter-Auto-Scanner-/141712512778
I don't know if a bluetooth or wifi adapter will work using NCSExpert or any of the BMW programming suites. Personally I would stick with using a cable.
The cables are a lot faster and more reliable for programming, BMWHat (or Carly as it's now called) is so much faster with a cable. If you want to do anything like full module flashing with WinKFP then you really don't want to risk using an ELM327.
If you want a cable then this is one of the most reliable UK sources: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-USB-OBD-K-Dcan-Diagnostic-Cable-Switched-UK-INPA-DIS-SSS-NCS-Coding-/271796230565
Cable-shack have a really good reputation in the coding community. You can find lots of cables floating around £20 that claim to work but many including myself have tried and failed with them.
Thanks for the replies. I asked the seller about the adaptor jimbo1958 mentioned and it's a v2.1... Fortunate as I had already ordered it! Thanks again for the replies, interesting about the cables, I expected speed to be a factor but that's ok for me. Didn't think about stability but I'll see how it goes before doing anything major. I am hoping I can code auto folding mirrors. I have got auto dimming and folding mirrors so hopefully have the correct hardware.
Digital speedo will be a plus.
I may install tweeters then code the sound system to use them correctly.
Digital speedo will be a plus.
I may install tweeters then code the sound system to use them correctly.
What's involved with coding the tweeters and what happens if they aren't coded?
The previous owner of my car fitted them and the sound in the car is really strong so I assume they are coded (they make noise anyway). Just curious to know what difference is between them being coded and not.
The previous owner of my car fitted them and the sound in the car is really strong so I assume they are coded (they make noise anyway). Just curious to know what difference is between them being coded and not.
Tony879 - coding for mirror folding is simple. I now just lock/open the car then tap the button again and it does the mirrors.
I need to look at the coding for the stereo a bit more but there are different modes for different head units. Not sure I will bother to tackle this as the stereo doesn't bother me too much.
I need to look at the coding for the stereo a bit more but there are different modes for different head units. Not sure I will bother to tackle this as the stereo doesn't bother me too much.
Depends what you do with it. Most of the options are purely cosmetic and will have no bearing on a warranty claim. I have coded out my headlight washers and the seatbelt chime and the car has been to and from sever dealerships for warranty work and never been mentioned.
With warranties the dealership actually has to prove that a mod caused the fault to get out of a claim. For example they can't deny warranty work on the gearbox if you have painted your roof black and put an air freshener in the window.
If you go a shove a huge single turbo kit on the car they might start getting picky about drivetrain/engine related claims but will still fix a broken iDrive.
With warranties the dealership actually has to prove that a mod caused the fault to get out of a claim. For example they can't deny warranty work on the gearbox if you have painted your roof black and put an air freshener in the window.
If you go a shove a huge single turbo kit on the car they might start getting picky about drivetrain/engine related claims but will still fix a broken iDrive.
jimbo1958 said:
Hello all,
I bought this adaptor and a copy of Carly for BMW. It doesn't work and tells me that there are no compatible ECUs detectable and that I need to buy the Carly specific reader.
I thought that people had this combination working ?
Any help greatfully received
E86 2008
iPad iOS 8.3.1
