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IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 4:10 pm
by brys
Hi guys,
Back on here again! I need some help with connecting to my Ignitech CDI unit on my NC30. I have attached a picture of it, can you confirm what model it is just so I'm starting out with the right software? I have been using software versions TCIP4 v80 and v75 and both times I get the following message when I open the prgramme with the CDI connected:
'COM OPENING ERROR'
The CDI is connected via a USB to RS232 cable and the ignition is switched on giving the correct voltage to the unit. I have tried selecting the different com ports using the software but I still get the same message. Do you have any advice?
Thanks,
Ryan.
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 4:35 pm
by Neosophist
USB -> RS232 can be touchey sometimes.
However, start with the simple, is the cable the right type? It looks like an extension cable to me..
There are two types of 9 pin cables.
A null modem and a straight wired (extension), while they have the same number of pins, they are wired differently inside.
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 4:52 pm
by brys
hmm I did wonder that.. This is the one I bought.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230593067985? ... 970wt_1089
You think a 9 pin to 9 pin cable with a small USB to 9 pin adapter is better?
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 4:55 pm
by Drunkn Munky
That's what I use, im sure here's a usb driver you need to download from there site
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 4:59 pm
by brys
Looks like I better grab one and try that. cheers guys
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Wed May 16, 2012 11:31 pm
by porndoguk
You also need to make sure you set the correct com port on the tcip software, and also make sure bike ignition is on.
Looking in windows device manager to see what com port its on, the have to match
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Thu May 17, 2012 7:54 am
by jimirobinson0
Also be aware it will only work with one version of the software not both. The ones with a gear shift indicator connection v80 those without v75 (from memory) happy to help if needed.
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Thu May 17, 2012 10:53 am
by brys
cheers just bought a new 232 cable so gonna give it a go with that. I'll let you know how it goes!
Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Thu May 17, 2012 9:36 pm
by brys
Hi guys,
Managed to get connected to my CDI now it was the cable in the end! Thought I would add a copy of the map that is on there now. Any thoughts appreciated! Going to dyno on sat and see how its running, changed my induction system back to standard with #35 pilot jets 2.25 turns out on the screws with HRC needles and 120 jets front and 122 Rear. Fingers crossed!

Re: IGNITECH CDI HELP!
Posted: Thu Aug 16, 2012 12:05 pm
by petrolhead19
brys wrote:cheers just bought a new 232 cable so gonna give it a go with that. I'll let you know how it goes!
Do you have a link to the cable you ended up getting in the end?
Cheers