Phil t4 a shout out for contact - Page 2

X10Rich · 28th November 2022, 09:11

If its serial number locked to the firmware of the cable, then thats going to be tricky, and impossible to repair, unless

a) Support is again provided on these
b) we reverse engineer it (not something within my current skill set)

Its a total shame really that, if the vt4 is no longer supported, or providing an income steam for its suppliers, that it could not be made open source to allow futher development

The only part of a (standard) T4 setup that can't be cloned is the DTC4002A. Emulating that in software would be an excellent logterm goal. I have been providing information, packet captures, etc to a very clever chap in the US who is attempting to do this. Will see if that comes to anything.

Cable Tie · 28th November 2022, 17:23

Hi guys thanks for your replies its not vin locked as ihad lots of cars on the go i paid phil extra for this and has been good up untill a few weeks ago im happy for anyone with the knowledge to sort this out,phil,did tell me at the time he put in a master disc and not to lose it as this was the key to all problems if they occured,i havent the confidence knor knowledge to do this so shout away any one who is computer savvy to take on the task im happy to cross palms with silver as they say thanks again

X10Rich · 29th November 2022, 20:45

you have a pm

happy to help if I can. long shot, but you never know...

Phil-T4 · 1st December 2022, 12:24

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Originally Posted by X10Rich

Its a total shame really that, if the vt4 is no longer supported, or providing an income steam for its suppliers, that it could not be made open source to allow futher development

What a good idea, as I have lost interest in it I will sort out the Visual Studio project and circuit board design and then upload it with licensing removed.

Cable Tie · 1st December 2022, 13:39

Had contact with Phil today so hopefully my vt4 can be sorted thanks for those who replied and thanks to Phil for messaging me

X10Rich · 1st December 2022, 13:52

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Originally Posted by Phil-T4

What a good idea, as I have lost interest in it I will sort out the Visual Studio project and circuit board design and then upload it with licensing removed.

Thanks for that Phil. There are some people I know would who might be interested, and have the skills, in taking it further,

Jamiewelch · 1st December 2022, 20:28

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Originally Posted by Phil-T4

What a good idea, as I have lost interest in it I will sort out the Visual Studio project and circuit board design and then upload it with licensing removed.

That would be amazing, would be interesting to try and develop it even more to support the other cars.

Arctic · 1st December 2022, 23:25

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Originally Posted by Phil-T4

What a good idea, as I have lost interest in it I will sort out the Visual Studio project and circuit board design and then upload it with licensing removed.

Now that is a grand gesture

Quote:

Originally Posted by X10Rich

Thanks for that Phil. There are some people I know would who might be interested, and have the skills, in taking it further,

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Originally Posted by Jamiewelch

That would be amazing, would be interesting to try and develop it even more to support the other cars.

I'm sure some good brains will be able to help going forwards which will benefit all.

ROD1 · 2nd December 2022, 20:44

That indeed would be good news if a replacement cable can be produced that will work with Phil’s VT4.

I have VT4, but my cable is damaged beyond repair, despite many attempts I was unable to contact Phil.

Arctic (As always) was extremely helpful in trying to help me source a new cable, another member sent me his, unfortunately it would not link, which is a great pity as I have three 75s!

IGH · 3rd December 2022, 14:47

Hi
I would be interested in this project if it comes to a successful conclusion.
There is a dearth of T4's in the Southeast (I'm in Eastbourne) and I would happily buy a VT4 and cable if it was available
Cheers

28th November 2022, 17:23	#12
Cable Tie Regional Secretary Orange grove ztt cdti Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Torquay Posts: 2,410 Thanks: 2,297 Thanked 1,381 Times in 818 Posts	Hi guys thanks for your replies its not vin locked as ihad lots of cars on the go i paid phil extra for this and has been good up untill a few weeks ago im happy for anyone with the knowledge to sort this out,phil,did tell me at the time he put in a master disc and not to lose it as this was the key to all problems if they occured,i havent the confidence knor knowledge to do this so shout away any one who is computer savvy to take on the task im happy to cross palms with silver as they say thanks again __________________ Dreams do come true

1st December 2022, 13:39	#15
Cable Tie Regional Secretary Orange grove ztt cdti Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Torquay Posts: 2,410 Thanks: 2,297 Thanked 1,381 Times in 818 Posts	Had contact with Phil today so hopefully my vt4 can be sorted thanks for those who replied and thanks to Phil for messaging me __________________ Dreams do come true

2nd December 2022, 20:44	#19
ROD1 Regular poster CDTI Contemporary SE (A) 2.5 V6 Contemporary SE (A) 2.5 V6 Connoisseur SE (A) Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Muir of Ord Posts: 94 Thanks: 49 Thanked 39 Times in 11 Posts	VT4 replacement cable That indeed would be good news if a replacement cable can be produced that will work with Phil’s VT4. I have VT4, but my cable is damaged beyond repair, despite many attempts I was unable to contact Phil. Arctic (As always) was extremely helpful in trying to help me source a new cable, another member sent me his, unfortunately it would not link, which is a great pity as I have three 75s! __________________ ROD1 Last edited by ROD1; 2nd December 2022 at 20:47..

3rd December 2022, 14:47	#20
IGH Avid contributor Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Guildford Posts: 174 Thanks: 129 Thanked 48 Times in 21 Posts	VT4 Replacement Cable Hi I would be interested in this project if it comes to a successful conclusion. There is a dearth of T4's in the Southeast (I'm in Eastbourne) and I would happily buy a VT4 and cable if it was available Cheers

28th November 2022, 09:11	#11
X10Rich Loves to post MG ZT+ 190 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chipping Norton Posts: 393 Thanks: 6 Thanked 26 Times in 22 Posts	If its serial number locked to the firmware of the cable, then thats going to be tricky, and impossible to repair, unless a) Support is again provided on these b) we reverse engineer it (not something within my current skill set) Its a total shame really that, if the vt4 is no longer supported, or providing an income steam for its suppliers, that it could not be made open source to allow futher development The only part of a (standard) T4 setup that can't be cloned is the DTC4002A. Emulating that in software would be an excellent logterm goal. I have been providing information, packet captures, etc to a very clever chap in the US who is attempting to do this. Will see if that comes to anything.

29th November 2022, 20:45	#13
X10Rich Loves to post MG ZT+ 190 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chipping Norton Posts: 393 Thanks: 6 Thanked 26 Times in 22 Posts	you have a pm happy to help if I can. long shot, but you never know...