Thread: Nanocom (cheap Td5 diagnostic tool ) in use with pics. One more time

I've noticed that the Nanocom unit has provision for 20 software unlock codes but only uses 2 (IIRC) at the moment - maybe some forward planning for extra modules? It would be good to eventually be able to use it on a D3, even if some extra licence fee was required.

Edit: And if they're smart developers then they will be using the ELM327 OBDII chip to support all OBDII protocols including CAN, so its only the software development that needs doing.

Originally Posted by dm_td5

Td5 Uses some CANbus, but the D3 uses CANbus and a whole lot more, so I'd asay they would be still developing that area.

OK. Thanks,

Hi guys, I might be able to help out here as I just (2 weeks ago) purchased my Nanocom via Karcraft in Sydney for approx. AU$650.00. It seems Karcraft is to be the Aus/NZ agent for the Bearmach/Aylmer product.

The Nanocom is specific to td5 (D2/ Defender) vehicles and can read/clear the main engine ECU, the ABS/ETC ECU and the Alarm ECU including programing fobs and setting the alarm up - which I hope to do in the next few days.
It is supposed to both read & write the mapping on flash programmable engine ECU's but I haven,t tried this.(yet)
Also it can operate in instrument mode where it reads RPM, battery voltage, coolant temp, and tubo boost(although this is actualy calculated) in real time.
The Nanocom may be used with or without a PC (running XP) which is handy if your on a trip, however the PC interface makes it much easier to use .
For more info visit NANOCOM TD5 diagnostic tool where you can download the PC software along with user manuals in .pfd format.
The other sites mentioned on the forum eg blackbox are for the Rovacom product which I was considering until they changed their marketing to a single user/vehicle or a very expensive multi-vehicle license.
I would have liked to play with it a bit more but have just sold our home and had to vacate due to short settlement.

Regards Chris

I've installed the PC software and a dummy device in the nominated com port to have a look at the software.
The inputs to the D2's SLABS ecu can be displayed, whch includes current engine torque. It will be interesting to see what is shown for remapped TD5 ecus. Not that I'm eager to get mine, but....

Originally Posted by Trippo

Hi guys, I might be able to help out here as I just (2 weeks ago) purchased my Nanocom via Karcraft in Sydney for approx. AU$650.00. It seems Karcraft is to be the Aus/NZ agent for the Bearmach/Aylmer product.

The Nanocom is specific to td5 (D2/ Defender) vehicles and can read/clear the main engine ECU, the ABS/ETC ECU and the Alarm ECU including programing fobs and setting the alarm up - which I hope to do in the next few days.
It is supposed to both read & write the mapping on flash programmable engine ECU's but I haven,t tried this.(yet)
Also it can operate in instrument mode where it reads RPM, battery voltage, coolant temp, and tubo boost(although this is actualy calculated) in real time.
The Nanocom may be used with or without a PC (running XP) which is handy if your on a trip, however the PC interface makes it much easier to use .
For more info visit NANOCOM TD5 diagnostic tool where you can download the PC software along with user manuals in .pfd format.
The other sites mentioned on the forum eg blackbox are for the Rovacom product which I was considering until they changed their marketing to a single user/vehicle or a very expensive multi-vehicle license.
I would have liked to play with it a bit more but have just sold our home and had to vacate due to short settlement.

Regards Chris

So, who's going to tell him our price?

BTW, I know this may seem a little pi__y coming from me in particular but I will point it out anyway...

Upgraded maps are I.P and are protected as such by law...

All maps supplied by known companies are 'tagged' with identifiers allowing a company to track where they were installed etc...

So dont be tempted to 'move on' your mapping...

Also, the mapping process, whilst relatively easy, is NOT without its issues (see an old thread featuring yours truly) and can result in an immobile vehicle if something goes wrong...

However, should someone with a Nanocom want a map for their vehicle, maps can be written for you in NCom format and emailed for your installation...

Thanks!

Your the man Tombie
Pity I cant solder it into my non flashable ECU
Still keeping my eye open for a spare non-flashable ECU for you to do your magic on!!!!!
Andrew

Originally Posted by tombraider

However, should someone with a Nanocom want a map for their vehicle, maps can be written for you in NCom format and emailed for your installation...

That's good to know. I was wondering if that might be an option for your upgrades.