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      12-02-2010, 03:50 AM   #1
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Arrow -= 2007 E92 COMBOX Retrofit Successful - INTERNET ACCESS available =-

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Read it first:

I am proud to announce I am the only vendor offering the CIC Retrofit Kits based exclusively on OEM parts and OEM activation.
However, If you are thinking of working with somebody else who says that can do it for you please note that the installation of all parts in your car is just the first step to retrofit the CIC successfully.
The most important is to activate the Navigation and code the car in order to make sure that all modules can work with each other and with the CIC.
I have installed many CIC retrofits in cars produced from 2004 and there have been major differences in how these cars reacted to the CIC
and how they had to be coded and programmed in order to make sure that all car options were compatible with the CIC.

OEM Activation of the Navigation vs. Aftermarket module


The way I activation the Navigation and/or the Voice Control is fully OEM.
It means I buy special activation codes from BMW (VIN specific) and load them into the CIC as well as change the VIN in the CIC to match your VIN.
The cost of the codes is pretty high, so that's a reason why the complete OEM kit is more expensive than the aftermarket one.

If you find other people/companies offering cheaper CIC retrofit kits you might expect an aftermarket "activation" of the Navigation and Voice Control.

What does the aftermarket "activation" mean?
There is a module which can be installed in a car to tamper the communication between the CIC and the rest of the car.
The CIC includes the VIN of a car it comes from as well as the activation codes for that VIN, so if you buy a used CIC the VIN stored inside it does not match your VIN and the codes do not match your VIN either.
My OEM activation is to load your VIN and your codes (received from BMW AG) into the CIC the same way BMW does it.

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The aftermarket module:
I know there are people who always look for more affordable solution and I do not blame them for that, but before you decide to use an aftermarket solution just think about the consequences.
-> Do you really want to have an aftermarket hardware in your BMW?

-> The aftermarket solution is obviously not approved by BMW, because it is hacking of their system. You cannot be sure if there are any side effects and how your car will be running.

-> Think about updating the map - you will have to give your dealership the VIN of the car the CIC comes from. If the car is from Europe or some other region it might be difficult to order the US map.

-> What if BMW releases a new software version for your car that will make this module useless?

-> My DVD-in-motion activation does not tamper the speed read by the CIC, but the module does it. It means your CIC will "think" you drive very slowly all the time while you might be doing 80mph.
Your CIC should know your speed to calculate your position if there is no GPS signal.


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My experience is something you cannot underestimate, so please have a look at the below testimonials before you decide who you would like to work with:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...&postcount=981

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=419641

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showpo...2&postcount=31

http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e60...ml#post1864579

http://forums.5series.net/topic/1092...cic-retrofits/

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I have been receiving a lot of emails and PMs about the Combox retrofit for the 3-series vehicles with the CIC.
The CIC is a great upgrade and worth the money for sure, but once you get it you can think of adding even more features.

I will be offering the Combox retrofit officially very soon, so please wait for the pricing and more details and just enjoy these low quality pictures taken in my 2007 E92

The Combox retrofit (and the CIC software update) will add the following features to your CIC:
- Office Menu - text messages, calendar, tasks, contact, reminders, etc. synced with your mobile phone over Bluetooth
- Bluetooth Audio
- Album Art Cover
- 6FL option - USB port in your armrest if you do not have it now
- Map SAT View
- Internet Access - through the GPRS/3G mobile phone connection
- and more

I will keep you updated on this
















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      12-02-2010, 09:28 AM   #2
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Congrats on new great retrofit Patrys !
You finally got it done.
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      12-02-2010, 01:25 PM   #3
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      12-03-2010, 12:54 PM   #4
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      12-03-2010, 05:26 PM   #5
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I have established combox in September on e70


but you could have done it in August as well

Just kidding
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      12-04-2010, 09:32 AM   #6
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and what's funny about that ?
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      12-04-2010, 10:37 AM   #7
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and what's funny about that ?
oh man, just stay cool
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Hi Patryk,

I aleady have a combox bought of ebay, can you supply the required xover cables?

Also what else will have to be done?

I already have a 6FL option and 2009? CIC unit retrofitted in my 2008 E92 M3 as you well know

Cheers

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Hi Patryk,

I aleady have a combox bought of ebay, can you supply the required xover cables?

Also what else will have to be done?

I already have a 2009? CIC unit retrofitted in my 2008 E92 M3 as you well know

Cheers

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Come on Steve, do not be so official. I know you have a Combox since I activated your CIC

you got a PM
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Ah, well. Simply I am not strong in the Polish humour
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Are you used COMBOX FOR TELEMATIC

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i am very interest and let's you retrofit for me again.
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P/N 84109251750


i am very interest and let's you retrofit for me again.
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my E92+CIC+COMBOX = INTERNET









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"I forgot to mention that this is available exclusively from Patrys "
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Jealous is an understatement!!!

You shouldn't be
Let's hope the Internet access will be possible in the E60.


But now the E9x guys can celebrate - the mobile Internet finally available for the CIC

Brought to you by Patrys and MEN
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You shouldn't be
Let's hope the Internet access will be possible in the E60.


But now the E9x guys can celebrate - the mobile Internet finally available for the CIC

Brought to you by Patrys and MEN
Congrats! Looks good.........busy remorgageing
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Looks good! Very interested in the combox retrofit.
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You shouldn't be
Let's hope the Internet access will be possible in the E60.


But now the E9x guys can celebrate - the mobile Internet finally available for the CIC

Brought to you by Patrys and MEN
Im hoping it will, i really am

Congrats to you Patryk and MEN on the major advancement for the CIC
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How is internet service provided? Do you have to have a contract with some carrier, or it it via bluetooth and the cellphone? Lastly, has anyone stateside had the CIC retrofit done?
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There's at least 10 guys that have done the CIC retrofit stateside.
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