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    ICOM clone recommendation

    Hi,
    I'm looking for a ICOM clone but I do not know how to identify the good ones. Can someone please help me?

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    Xcar360.com 's seller is active on another forum and are quite trusted by that forum...
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
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    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
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    And what is the difference between these modules?
    https://www.obdstore.co.uk/wp-conten...1/BMW_ICOM.jpg
    http://www.cnautotool.com/images/upl...4218_67898.jpg

    Is the secound one just a newer version?

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    Just the form factor. Internally they are nearly identical. They use the same board inside. The clone A2 version may have cooling issues, so the Chinese may add a heatsink inside. The A1 has a fan built in, but the form factor isn't as robust.

    It is wise to get one that has a genuine Atheros wifi card built in. That means that the connector is fully soldered in, and a wifi card present. They like to skip that.


    I have genuine ICOMs and have used both kinds, and besides ruggedness there is no difference.
    If you run a shop, I recommend buying an ICOM Next from the dealer. Much better everything compared to clones.
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
    - 2000 Z3: Many Mods.
    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
    - 2016 Mini Cooper S

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    No, I'm not a dealer I only use it for personal purposes. Do all ICOMs with Wifi LED have wifi built in or at least should have?

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    Most clones do not have wifi inside. Even if the shell has it written. It's not necessary for function, as you can use ethernet instead. It's a convenience thing.


    If it's just for your e39, then just get a simple USB cable. It will work the same.
    Last edited by 328 Power 04; 07-30-2016 at 07:07 PM.
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
    - 2000 Z3: Many Mods.
    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
    - 2016 Mini Cooper S

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    For my E39 I already have a D+KCAN cable and bmw scanner 1.4.0. I would like to have the option to access a wider range of models. For example the old models with ADS interface (e.g. E34 or E36) but also newer models.
    Does ADS work with ICOM? Most good adapters which support ADS need a RS232 connection which is not really common for laptops anymore.

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    Yes, then ICOM is probably best for you. It does work with 20-pin port "ADS" fully.
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
    - 2000 Z3: Many Mods.
    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
    - 2016 Mini Cooper S

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    Ok, thank you.

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    Regarding ADS another question/problem came in my mind. Afaik ADS is only supported by Ediabas 6.4.3 and 6.4.7. Is there any advise how to handle this? Or is the only way having 6.4.3 or 6.4.7 installed on one machine and 7.3.0 on another? Is it at all necessary to use a newer version than 6.4.3 of ediabas for newer cars? Currenty I run 7.3.0 because I do not have a ADS interface.
    Last edited by Sebastian46; 08-12-2016 at 06:22 AM.

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    The old EDIABAS is for when using an actual physical ADS interface. Keep using 7.3.0, it will need to be configured as "remote" and you will have to input the IP address of the ICOM.

    You will need 2 tools. iTool Radar to get IP of ICOM and Reserve ICOM (only for when you use INPA, WinKFP, NCSExpert, etc), and EasyConnect for easy configuration of your ediabas.ini file.
    Last edited by 328 Power 04; 08-12-2016 at 03:45 PM.
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
    - 2000 Z3: Many Mods.
    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
    - 2016 Mini Cooper S

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    So with ICOM I can still access ADS vehicles with Ediabas 7.3.0? Sounds great, thanks.

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    Yes, ICOM and ediabas 7.3.0 on ADS vehicles works fine.




    Now I don't really need my TinyADS anymore, now with ICOM and C adapter.
    -Abel

    - E36 328is ~210-220whp: Lots of Mods.
    - 2000 Z3: Many Mods.
    - 2003 VW Jetta TDI Manual 47-50mpg
    - 1999 S52 Estoril M Coupe
    - 2014 328d Wagon, self-tuned, 270hp/430ft-lbs
    - 2019 M2 Competition, self-tuned, 504whp
    - 2016 Mini Cooper S

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    Icom as ads?

    Quote Originally Posted by Sebastian46 View Post
    So with ICOM I can still access ADS vehicles with Ediabas 7.3.0? Sounds great, thanks.
    Hello Sebastian ... I know it is quite late since your last comment here, but how did you go on using ICOM as ADS?
    I used to have the yellow head (GT1) and Progman for my old E36 having no issues at all..but I had to move on to ICOM Next several years ago because my yellow head blowed out..
    I have been having an issue since then, I am not able to reach my KMB, ASC nor GM4 for coding... I am not sure if I have a network issue in my car or if I am not able to reach these modules using ICOM for any limitation it might have.

    I currently have firmware verisons 2.5 and 1.40 for system and application in the ICOM and Use Ediabas 7.3.0,

    Any one else having experience on this please?

    Another option to try is to rescue the old Progman and see how to make ICOM to work on it but I was unable to find any clues on that until now.

    Thank you.
    Last edited by Edgar Ramirez; 02-24-2020 at 12:14 AM.

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