Setup EDIABAS

To set up **EDIABAS** with the **K+D CAN cable** for use with **ISTA (BMW ISTA-D/Rheingold)**, follow these steps:

### 1. **Install EDIABAS**
   - **EDIABAS** is required to communicate with BMW vehicles through the K+D CAN cable. It's typically part of the BMW Standard Tools package.

   **Steps**:
   - Download and install **BMW Standard Tools** (it usually includes EDIABAS, INPA, and NCS Expert).
   - During installation, select **COM1** as the interface, even if you’ll be using USB, since EDIABAS works with the virtual COM port created by the K+D CAN cable.
   - After installation, navigate to the EDIABAS folder (usually in `C:\EDIABAS`).

### 2. **Configure EDIABAS for K+D CAN Cable**
   - Open `EDIABAS.INI` (located in the `C:\EDIABAS\Bin` folder) using Notepad or any text editor.
   
   **Modify the following settings**:
   - **Interface**: Set this to `STD:OBD` (for K+D CAN cables).
   ```plaintext
   [Ediabas]
   Interface = STD:OBD
   ```
   - **Port Settings**: Make sure that the **Port** parameter corresponds to the COM port number assigned to your K+D CAN cable. You can check this in **Device Manager** on Windows:
     - Right-click the **Start Menu** and select **Device Manager**.
     - Expand **Ports (COM & LPT)** and check the COM number next to the "USB Serial Port."
     - Go back to the `EDIABAS.INI` file and update the `Port` parameter:
     ```plaintext
     Port = <COMX>  (e.g., COM3)
     ```

### 3. **Install and Configure BMW ISTA (ISTA-D/Rheingold)**
   - Download and install **BMW ISTA-D** (often called Rheingold) from a trusted source.
   - During installation, the setup process may include instructions for setting up the **Rheingold** and its components.

   **Setting up ISTA**:
   - Launch ISTA, then go to **Settings** and configure the "ICOM/VCI" settings.
   - Select **Ediabas/OBD** for the connection type.
   
### 4. **Install K+D CAN USB Driver**
   - If you haven’t already installed the **K+D CAN USB driver**, you’ll need to do this to use the cable. Drivers are often included in the software package or can be found online.

### 5. **Enable Latency Timer Settings (for USB Serial Port)**
   - This step helps reduce the communication delays between the PC and the vehicle.
   - Open **Device Manager** again and find the **USB Serial Port (COMX)**.
   - Right-click on it, go to **Properties**, and click on the **Port Settings** tab.
   - Click **Advanced** and set the **Latency Timer** to `1 ms`.

### 6. **Test the Setup**
   - Plug the K+D CAN cable into the OBDII port of your BMW.
   - Open **EDIABAS** and **BMW ISTA** and check the connection.
   - If configured correctly, ISTA should recognize the vehicle and begin the diagnostic process.

#### Additional Notes:
- **Compatibility**: Ensure that your version of ISTA supports EDIABAS.
- **32-bit Compatibility**: BMW Standard Tools (including EDIABAS) works best on 32-bit versions of Windows, though it can run on 64-bit with proper configuration.
- **Cable Switch**: Some K+D CAN cables have a switch for high/low CAN communication. Make sure it's set to the correct mode for your vehicle (e.g., most E-series vehicles use low CAN).

This setup should allow you to use your K+D CAN cable with ISTA for diagnostics and coding.