TOPDON Phoenix Plus vs Lite vs Lite 2 vs Pro, Which is Best?

What's different between TOPDON Phoenix Plus, Phoenix Lite, Phoenix Lite 2 & Phoenix Pro diagnostic scanner? Which is the best? Here we've compared them from hardware to software, you may find it helpful by referring to the table below.

Comparison Table

 Hardware

In terms of configuration parameters, Phoenix Plus& Pro are the best. Meanwhile, Phoenix Plus has larger RAM and a higher Android system.

 Software

1. Only Phoenix Pro can support cloud-based programming for 14 brands.

2. Phoenix Plus supports extended functions such as ADAS, IMMO, oscilloscope, thermal imager, and battery tester.

3. Phoenix Plus supports 41 daily maintenance functions, which is the most important.

4. Phoenix Plus& Pro supports diagnostic topology display for a more intelligent experience.

Conclusion

So which is the best TOPDON Diagnostic Tool?

To sum up, we recommend Phoenix Plus as the best cost-effective choice as it is capable of routine maintenance. Besides, it has comprehensive functions like Auto VIN, full-system diagnosis 41 special functions, etc. Whether from the hardware or software comparison, it has more obvious advantages.

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OBDEMOTO 900PRO BMW Motorcycle Connection Instruction

OBDEMOTO 900PRO Key Programmer is a motorcycle diagnostic scanner that can provide diagnosis, key matching, and ODO mileage adjustment. Besides, it's also the BMW special machine to support all key lost & add key programming by OBD without password or dismantling. 

Below is the BMW connection diagram for reference.

*Need the appropriate accessories for the OBDEMOTO 900PRO diagnostic scanner.

BMW Key 46 Chip System Connection Method:

1. The main test cable is connected to the 900PRO diagnostic scanner.

2. The other end of the main test cable is connected to the K-005 adapter.

3. The K-005 adapter connects to the motorcycle diagnostic base on one end via 6-001 and to the key programmer K-006 on the other end.

BMW Key 4D/8A Chip System Connection Method:

1. The main test cable is connected to the 900PRO diagnostic scanner.

2. The other end of the main test cable is connected to the K-007 adapter.

3. One end of the K-007 adapter is connected to the motorcycle diagnostic base through 6-001 or 6-003.

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How to activate CGDI CG100X Programmer

This post will guide you on how to activate CGDI CG100X Programmer.

Step 1. Please download and install the newest software:

https://mega.nz/folder/3CIXXDJC#jJ4CdJ9T-eEYhkBYi6Z65A

Step 2. Connect the CG100X USB cable and 12V 2A power adapter and open the software, the software will show you your instrument needs to be activated, click ok.

Step 3. Register an account and log in.

If you already have an account from CGMB & CGDI & CGPRO & CG100, click OK and log in directly.

If you don't have an account, register for an account. Click ok and choose "No account? Create one!".

(1) Better to type this information on a text file and save, copy, and paste it into the cg100X software when creating an account.

(2) Better to use a simple username and password, it's easy to remember in the future. (For example, my account username is Lisa and my password is 12345678)

(3) After entering all the information, click the "Submit" button. and an account has been created successfully.

(4) Copy the username and password and log in. Then the tool will be activated successfully.

(5) If you cannot receive the code by phone number or email address, please change the server connection area one by one and try again.

After you have successfully created an account, log in to the account.

Step 4. After logging in, click on "Activate the device now".

Then bind your device to your account, and click "OK".

The tool has been activated successfully and you can see the subscription time.

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The Fastest Way to Add BMW E-series Key with AK90

Here we introduce the fastest way to add a BWM E-series key with AK90 Key Programmer. By reading a 1997-2006 BMW EWS3 immobilizer PCF7935 chip as an example.

Tool Required

Software: AK90 software

Hardware: BMW AK90 Programmer, EWS module, BMW key

Procedure 

Step1. Remove the EWS module from the car which is under the steering wheel.

* DO NOT switch on the ignition if the EWS module has been removed from the vehicle.

Step2. Use carburetor cleaner to remove the conformal coating from the Motorola chip pins.

Step3. Attach the 10-pin connector to both the chip and AK90 programmer to read the Motorola chip and generate a new key.

Open AK90 software:

Connect >> Read EWS >> OK >> OK

Connect the 10-pin cable firmly to the Motorola pins after checking for any leftover conformal coating.

Reading 0D46J(MCU)...wait until 100%

Save the data file.

Write Key >> Selected blank key position >> Write key >> PCF7930/35 >> Write key

Put BMW key to AK90 coil, write? Yes

Writing 7930+7935 ... until 100%.

Write key OK.

Step4. Start the car after reconnecting the EWS module. If it doesn't start after 2 attempts, use a diagnostic tool to sync EWS to ECU.

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Top 5 Remote & Chip Generator Key Programmer 2022

Obd2shop.co.uk have collect top 5 remote & chip generator key programmers in 2022. Some are just launched, and some have been experienced on market for a while. However, they are all greatly loved by consumers. 

They are Autel MaxiIM KM100, Xhorse VVDI Key Tool MAX & Mini Key Tool, Lonsdor KH100+, KEYDIY KD-X2. Next, we'll compare them from all aspects. Hope this can help you.

Contrast Table

Comparison 

1. Price

Xhorse Mini Key Tool < Lonsdor KH100+ < KEYDIY KD-X2 < Xhorse Key Tool MAX < Autel KM100

- Xhorse Mini Key Tool is lowest price.

- Lonsdor & KEYDIY differ little in price.

- Xhorse Key Tool MAX price begins to be double.

- Autel KM100 is most expensive.

2. Configuration

- Both Autel KM100 & Xhorse Key Tool MAX have a touch screen with high resolution.

- Lonsdor is a color screen, control by buttons.

- Xhorse Mini Key Tool & KEYDIY don't have a screen, should connect to a smart phone or PC for control.

3. Convenience

- All of 5 tools are small and light-weight to take along.

- Autel KM100 & Xhorse Key Tool MAX support to control by touchscreen.

- Lonsdor supports to control by pressing buttons.

- Xhorse Mini Key Tool supports wireless control via smartphone.

- KEYDIY supports wired control via PC or Android phone/tablet.

4. Function

IMMO

Only KM100 has immobilizer feature supported by Autel. Since we known, IM508/IM608 are powerful key programmer to do add key and all keys lost. As a new member of MaxiIM series, this maybe a trump card different from other tools.

By contrast, Xhorse, Lonsdor & KEYDIY will need additional tool to do key programming.

Unlock Remote

- Autel vehicle coverage is wider than Xhorse on Dacia, Fiat, Honda, Benz, Opel, Suzuki.

- KEYDIY vehicle coverage is wider than Autel on Alfa, Geely, Haima, Haval, Jaguar, Lada, Land Rover, Lincoln, Maserati, Mini, Rolls Royce, Smart, VW.

Chip Simulator

- Autel KM100 supports ID46, 47, 48, 49 4A, 8A.

- Lonsdor KH100+ supports 4D, 46, 48, 47.

- KEYDIY KD-X2 supports ID46 & 4D.

- Xhorse no support.

ID48 96Bit Copy

- KEYDIY is free.

- Xhorse requires to generate 10 remotes to activate.

- Autel & Lonsdor no support.

Remote Simulator, Write Key via Dump, Acquisition for Test

Only Xhorse VVDI Key Tool MAX is featured with all 3 functions while others are not. Acquisition is to collect FSK ASK EEPROM frequency for analysis remote problems.

AutoVIN

Only Autel KM100 has the VIN automatic detection, more smarter and convenient.

Conclusion

Considering Autel KM100 is newer and based on MaxiIM database, it maybe more competitive in IMMO to different from others. It's also more user friendly & smarter than others. KM100 can be an affordable substitution of IM508/IM608, it's also suitable for those who need an entry-level Autel key tool. For IM508 or IM608 users, KM100 will be a helpful key generator before programming.

Xhorse is experienced in remote chip clone & generation. Thus, no matter Mini Key Tool or Key Tool Max will be a good option. Mini Key Tool is focus on generating & cloning remote, Key Tool Max supports most features. Users can decide according to budget & functions.

Lonsdor KH100+ is the only one tool that can read 902Mhz frequency for some USA remotes. It can be used to copy 8A Toyota smart key directly. Besides, it supports different chips to simulate.

KEYDIY KD-X2 supports to generate some remotes that are not available on Xhorse. It's free for ID48 96bit copy while Xhorse is limited. Besides, its ID48 copy speed is quicker in mins than Xhorse.

It's not unusual for a locksmith to have 2-3 key tools at hand. As no one perfect tool can do everything. It's advisable to buy spares based on various functions.

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Xhorse Key Tool Max + Obdstar X300 DP Plus Add 2017 Nissan Navara Key

Today we’ve got to program a new key for Nissan Navara 2017 with Xhorse VVDI Key Tool MAX&OBDSTAR X300 DP PLUS key programmers. The procedure includes generate remote & program key, also apply to 2018 or latest models. 

To start, we’ll need a working key & universal remote key.

Generate Remote

First of all, we should determine the chip of working key.

It turns out to be a transponder ID46 chip.

Put the new key into VVDI Key Tool MAX slot, 

Vehicle remote >> Nissan >> Nissan ID46 13-17 Micra 2383 >> Generate remote

Burn success.

Note: If this doesn’t work or it’s the wrong generation, it’s not a problem. We can regenerate it again and try it again as a different generation with ID46.

Program Key via OBD

Connect Obdstar Key Master DP Plus into OBD2 port.

It’s above the brake pedal. Go to

IMMO >> Asia >> NISSAN INFINITI >> NISSAN/INFINITI V32.13 >> Manual select model >> NISSAN >> NAVARA >> EUROPE >> 2017- >> PROXIMITY >> Program smart key

This function will erase all keys, press “ENTER” to continue.

Take all smart keys out of the car, and press START button.

Open driver door, then close the door.

BCM code & pin codes were read out.

Put the back of new key on START button, press START button. Wait for security light extinguished, press ENTER to continue.

Switch ignition off.

Program success.

We can press ENTER to go on programming next key.

If all keys are programmed, press Cancel.

Attach the back of programmed key to the START button to start vehicle.

(If vehicle cannot be started, please re-execute this function and try another starting method: depress brake & press start button twice with programmed key to start vehicle.)

Switch ignition off.

Open driver door, then close the door.

Press UNLOCK button of the key.

Programming complete.

Test the keys, both can work perfectly.

Done.

It may also help:

Xtool X100 Pad3 adds 2020 Nissan Navara Key via OBD success

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How to read pincode for a Nissan Navara 2011?

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CGDI Prog BMW MSV80 + Godiag Platform Program FEM BDC Key

This is a demo of how to use CGDI Prog BMW MSV80 key programmer working with GodiagCAS4/CAS4+Test Platform to program a key for the FEM BDC box.

Connection

1. Insert wires to connect with GodiagTest Platform, GT100 Break Out Box, CGDI Prog BMW and FEM BDC box.

2. Put a BMW key on Godiag Test Platform, turn the switch on.

The indicator lights are on, which means the connection is successful, the FEM BDC box can work normally.

FEM/BDC Key Match

Open CGDI software on a computer, click “FEM/BDC Key Match”.

Key data will display on left side.

Main key programming functions are on right side:

Including generate dealer key, recovery code, delete key, enable key, disable, mileage reset, exit shipping mode, replace FEM/BDC, write EEPROM, backup FAFP, restore FAFP, reset starter lock, remote key repair.

BMW ISN Read & Write

BMW ISN read and write >> Read CAS ISN

OBD is connecting.

OBDII-KWP successfully connected.

We can perform diagram, read & write DEM ISN, CAS ISN here as well.

BMW F/G Series Program

BMW F/G Series Program >> Read ECU information

VIN and data were successfully read. 

We can click other buttons(start programming, advanced programming, initialize the airbag, initialize the skylight, initialize windows) for programming.

The CAN lights of FEM on Godiag GT100 will change like turning weak while data communication.

Full operation video:

CGDI Key Programmer works with Godiag BMW Test Platform can detect and program FEM BDC box, test whether the BMW key was synchronized.

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