[feng]

Hey guys.

I tried to look around... and even tried to talk to BMW chat (not the most helpful).

Is it possible to retrofit RTTI or BMW Apps if not purchased from the factory? I thought all AU builds now have the teleservices hardware already installed. I must be mistaken.

I don't have RTTI or Apps optioned in my VIN listing.

Also, is Office supposed to be standard too?

Thanks
Feng

[HFW003]

AFAIK there is no hardware for Apps. You need an FSC code though for it to work and you will need someone to add it to your VO. I think the same relates to traffic as well but I have never really looked into it.

Again AFAIK Office is standard with EBT but I could be wrong. It really is almost useless anyway!

[feng]

Thanks HFW003. I think I need to read into this whole FSC coding and coding in general.

I quite like Apps though for the Pandora etc streaming but I won't lose sleep if I don't have it. Same with Office... Strange that the Live Chat person said I don't have it listed against my VIN, but I have EBT. Go figure.

[ontheway]

I haven't managed to find the internet browsing (via my mobile phone) option at all ....

Agree that office is pretty average - it doesn't seem to show your calendar ?!?

I would assume BMW would love to sell you RTTI - the whole point of connected drive is subscription revenue for them!

In the states you can just call them via concierge...?

[kommy]

Details about the service can be found here:

http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2014...-a-price-44322

Subscription packages start at $690 for the ConnectedDrive Lifestyle pack, which includes ConnectedDrive Services and Remote Services, and there's also the full-house ConnectedDrive Freedom pack, which costs $1200 and adds Real Time Traffic Information and Concierge Services.

TeleServices and Intelligent Emergency Calls are included as standard equipment in all ConnectedDrive-capable models, but some services can be ordered as individual options.

They include Real Time Traffic Information, which can only be had in conjunction with ConnectedDrive Lifestyle for $250, and Internet ($200, in addition to ConnectedDrive Lifestyle or Freedom).

TeleServices, Intelligent Emergency Calls and Remote Services are valid for the life of the vehicle – and transferable to subsequent owners.

However, Real Time Traffic Information, Concierge Services and ConnectedDrive Services including BMW Online apps have a three-year subscription period, and the Internet subscription lasts only one year.

All BMW ConnectedDrive-enabled vehicles leave the factory with the SIM card already connected and the standard BMW TeleServices and Intelligent Emergency Call functions activated.

Customers can disconnect the SIM card if they desire, deactivating all ConnectedDrive services including Intelligent Emergency Call. The system can be reconnected at any time by contacting a BMW dealership or via the My BMW ConnectedDrive Online Portal.

[Aapparition90]

So the question is there a way to get that sim installed by the dealer or is it a factory only option ?

From all my research, its a factory only option but if someone has more information do enlighten me.

[feng]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

So the question is there a way to get that sim installed by the dealer or is it a factory only option ?

From all my research, its a factory only option but if someone has more information do enlighten me.

I'm pretty sure the cars in AU already have the teleservices SIM and Commbox. How else does it call home when the battery is flat. It also activated the ConnectedDrive thing and received a message.

From what I read, you should be able to enable apps third party. I think BMW associate the cradle with Apps and not just the software component which is frustrating. Same goes with RTTI etc.

I might look into coding and code it myself. Just need to get my head around what FSC means.

[feng]

Originally Posted by kommy

Details about the service can be found here:

http://www.motoring.com.au/news/2014...-a-price-44322

Also... with these... I chatted with the BMW website person, and they just said that it's not possible to activate any of the Connected Drive functions... even subscription...

[HFW003]

Originally Posted by feng

Also... with these... I chatted with the BMW website person, and they just said that it's not possible to activate any of the Connected Drive functions... even subscription...

If you have not learnt already you soon will. History clearly shows that people who work at BMW know very little about the vehicles they sell let alone the myriad of various options available.

As I metioned earlier you just need to VO code apps into your car, get the FSC code and Robert's your fathers brother.

FSC is a code you purchase (in this case from a third party) which you enter into your car to enable access to the required option, in this case apps.

[feng]

Originally Posted by HFW003

If you have not learnt already you soon will. History clearly shows that people who work at BMW know very little about the vehicles they sell let alone the myriad of various options available.

As I metioned earlier you just need to VO code apps into your car, get the FSC code and Robert's your fathers brother.

FSC is a code you purchase (in this case from a third party) which you enter into your car to enable access to the required option, in this case apps.

Thanks again HFW003. Yeah I figured that BMW don't know what they're talking about.

So to be clear (for myself), I find a 'reseller' of the FSC codes, and get them for Apps, Office, RTTI etc and have someone code it to my car?

I assume VO code means cable, laptop, software and switching something on?

Sounds simple enough.

[Aapparition90]

Originally Posted by feng

Also... with these... I chatted with the BMW website person, and they just said that it's not possible to activate any of the Connected Drive functions... even subscription...

Yeah thats what I was told, I picked up a brand new 328i m sport floor stock december 2013 build with innovations and the sales person said it has "connected drive "... you ring up BMW or email them and they say it does not and needs a sim I am pretty confused. Only thing I really want is remote services.

[feng]

Originally Posted by 328ihp

Yeah thats what I was told, I picked up a brand new 328i m sport floor stock december 2013 build with innovations and the sales person said it has "connected drive "... you ring up BMW or email them and they say it does not and needs a sim I am pretty confused. Only thing I really want is remote services.

Not sure about 2013 builds, but I know 2014 has connected drive for battery monitoring.

I logged onto BMW, registered, and it pushed a service message down with the pairing code for the website.

If it has SOS/Teleservices, you should have the hardware for Apps etc already.

[HFW003]

Originally Posted by feng

Thanks again HFW003. Yeah I figured that BMW don't know what they're talking about.

So to be clear (for myself), I find a 'reseller' of the FSC codes, and get them for Apps, Office, RTTI etc and have someone code it to my car?

I assume VO code means cable, laptop, software and switching something on?

Sounds simple enough.

You are welcome.

You can actually install the FSC code yourself, it actually just goes through the IDrive via USB. You don't need an FSC code for Office.

VO code is simply adding optons into the Vehicle Order of your car and to do this you will need the cable, laptop and software

it is simple enough.

[kommy]

This is what I was told via BMW Online chat when I asked if I could subscribe to ConnectedDrive services: "ConnectedDrive options can only be selected before the car is delivered."

[HFW003]

Originally Posted by kommy

This is what I was told via BMW Online chat when I asked if I could subscribe to ConnectedDrive services: "ConnectedDrive options can only be selected before the car is delivered."

I, and many others, have stated many times that BMW staff do not know their arse from the elbow!

What you have to understand is the BMW know nothing about VO coding and all that black magic stuff.

I have actually installed BMW Live and Online into my car, you can search and find pics I uploaded when I did it.

[Ian_F30]

Originally Posted by HFW003

You are welcome.

You can actually install the FSC code yourself, it actually just goes through the IDrive via USB. You don't need an FSC code for Office.

VO code is simply adding optons into the Vehicle Order of your car and to do this you will need the cable, laptop and software

it is simple enough.

I am new to the BMW world so forgive the silly question.

Who would I need to to talk to get an FSC code? I have checked the VIN on the BMW site I have all the hardware in my 328 2014 Build.

I would at least like to traffic alerts going.

[Chuckbuster]

Search these forums and you will find it.
To save time..read through this thread and you shall find what you seek
http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1008283

[HFW003]

Originally Posted by Chuckbuster

Search these forums and you will find it.
To save time..read through this thread and you shall find what you seek
http://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1008283

WTF, are you telling me there is a search function on this forum, I'll be buggered (not literally)

Unfortunately, the contact in that thread cannot help with FSC codes other than for maps, which I now believe anyone can make for themselves.

Ian, as a starting point if you send Shawnsheridan a PM I will point you in the right direction. Let me know if I can be of any help.

H

[feng]

Hi H.

I assume this is the right cable?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-ENET-Eth...-/130731306086

Price is ok for me to get one premade and quality looks pretty good.

Edit: Ok so turns out there's quite a few ENET cables on ebay. Most of the US ones are much better build quality. I might just pick one and get it shipped.

[HFW003]

Feng I paid $20 for one from China, not been an issue.

I haven't got time at the moment but I will see if I can find it somewhere for you.

Edit - here you go

http://www.one-stop-electronics.com/...&product_id=21

[Chuckbuster]

Save your money Feng, I got one for $18 (although its now gone up to $22) from these guys:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-ENET-...item233b6ec6c8

Arrived in 1 week, great quality and has worked fine.

[Ian_F30]

Originally Posted by Chuckbuster

Save your money Feng, I got one for $18 (although its now gone up to $22) from these guys:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-ENET-...item233b6ec6c8

Arrived in 1 week, great quality and has worked fine.

I have just ordered this myself.

Are there any experienceed operators in Brisbane that I could get some guidence from?