Auto-Polar FIS+ Advanced - Complete Guide

[Ryan_R]

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[tigger73]

FIS+ Update 0.3.5

I thought a few peiople might be interested in the 0.3.5 update as there's quite a few new features been added:

***** Improvements / Update description for RED cluster *****

[+] Added +1 new parameter : Load specified by ECU
[+] Improved Climatronic emulation.
[+] Added support for all brands in Parktronic OPS emulation
[+] Added Parktronic screen in FIS. To activate go to Polar FIS configuration menú and then CONFORT->PARKTRONIC FIS. Enabling it, when you activate the Parktronic, if you+re showing the Polar FIS main screen, it will automatically change to a screen which shows the value of parktronic sensors.
[+] Added Factory reset in Polar FIS configuration menu
[+] Improved compatibility for white dot handsfree ecus with Seat steering wheels.
[+] Portuguese texts improved.
[+] Improved text of parameter FUEL LITERS, now indicated Gallons or Liters.
[+] Improved intake temperature reading.
[+] Added one touch opening. to activate go to Polar FIS configuration menu, and then CONFORT->ONE TOUCH OPEN.
[+] Added auto closing windows.. to activate go to Polar FIS configuration menu, and then CONFORT->AUTO CLOSING. Enabling it, after passed the programmed time from car closed, the windows will close automatically.
[+] Added support for engine ecus: 5L0-907-115-D and 03H-906-032-GF
[+] General software stability improved



***** Improvements / Update description for WHITE and COLOR cluster *****

[+] Added Parktronic screen in FIS. To activate go to Polar FIS configuration menú and then CONFORT->PARKTRONIC FIS. Enabling it, when you activate the Parktronic, if you+re showing the Polar FIS main screen, it will automatically change to a screen which shows the value of parktronic sensors.
[+] Added Factory reset in Polar FIS configuration menu
[+] Portuguese texts improved.
[+] Improved text of parameter FUEL LITERS, now indicated Gallons or Liters.
[+] Improved intake temperature reading.
[+] Improved mirror lowering function in automatic mode
[+] Added support for engine ecus: 5L0-907-115-D and 03H-906-032-GF
[+] General software stability improved

The two new Parktronic functions include:

1) Parktronic in Fis (no need for RNS510)
2) OPS in RNS510 All Brands not only Skoda

Here's a video of the first function to see how it works:

[tigger73]

Fuel Consumption Parameters in FIS+

A number of people have asked about getting fuel consumption figures displayed in the FIS+, as it's currently only availabkle in the MFD info screen.

Unfortunately as it turns out it's not a parameter that is available from the ECU. Instead these values are calculated in the MFD and the trip reset button is for the trip and averages in the MFD. THe Auto-Polar guys don't believe there is a way to extract this data from the MFD - at least not in the same way as you can read from the ECU.

So this is not a simple exercise of reading a parameter and displaying it. Raw data will have to be read and calculations performed in the FIS+. As for average fuel consumption data this will require a trip meter of some sorts with a user reset function. It is all possible but requires a lot more effort/development/testing than just reading another parameter from the ECU.

So thought I'd just post this as it has been asked for a number of times. The autopolar guys have looked at it, however at this stage I don't think there's an easy way around the problem other than for them to write a completely separate trip/fuel computer inside the FIS+.

Sorry for the long answer but hopefully you can now understand/appreciate that it's not a simple thing to implement. If it was I'm sure the Auto-Polar guys would have done it a while ago as it has been requested a number of times.

Who knows it may get put into 0.3.6 with any luck!!!

[tigger73]

Actually I'd suggest holding off on installing the 0.3.5 update for a couple more days as it looks like the user parameters may not get saved during the update.

Sounds like the auto-polar guys are onto it though so shouldn't be too long until there's a new 0.3.5 firmware available.

[aussietig]

Have they sorted out mirror dipping setting not saving?

The other day, lost all control over steering wheel buttons, BT and unit would not automatically turn off with ignition off and keys out.

Suspected loss of coding with navigation or canbus gateway. Checked with VCDS and confirmed coding was correct.

Decided to unplug and replug the AutoPolar and everything was fine again.

So definitely the unit was interrupting the canbus signals.

Treating it as an isolated incident for the moment, but just a tip for those who have seen or experienced similar symptoms!

[Martin]

This might interest a few people:
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I've got one - it's crap

Discussed here

[Ryan_R]

I think I'm still on version .33 and I'll stick with it since it works and there's nothing new that benefits me.

Clever implementation of the sensor data there. I only have the camera which is more than useful enough

[aussietig]

Clever implementation of the sensor data there. I only have the camera which is more than useful enough

That's like the preferred OPS display/interface for mathematicians!

[tigger73]

I've done the update to 0.3.5W1 but would probably suggest hanging off as there are a couple of smallish issues (navigation button settings are not saved).

You can run the update and then set the navigation buttons.

However, I'm sure there'll be a update loaded shortly with the fix.

[Ryan_R]

What nav buttons? As in maps or just the normal menu nav buttons?

[tigger73]

What nav buttons? As in maps or just the normal menu nav buttons?

Buttons you normally navigate between FIS+ screens i.e. RHS multifunction up/down buttons

[passat08]

Hi I have an 08 passat wagon just wanted to know if this would be able go in my car? I am based in Adelaide so happy to meet somewhere so u can have look car

[tigger73]

Hi I have an 08 passat wagon just wanted to know if this would be able go in my car? I am based in Adelaide so happy to meet somewhere so u can have look car

Should fit into a Passat as long as you have full-height MFD.

Happy to catch up. PM sent.

[tigger73]

Firmware Release 0.3.6 - Available Now!

As a few of you may be aware with the latest release (0.3.5) there have been some issues for a number of people. I've had only minor issue with the buttons needing reprogramming (pretty simple fix) however ther firmware release got pulled and now there is a new and improved firmware (0.3.6) with hopefully all the major bugs sorted.



***** Improvements / Update description for RED cluster *****

[+] Solved issue that causes that configuration to not be stored and sometimes user configuration to be reset
[+] Solved issue with automatic closing function that causes malfunction of the windows and battery drainage in some vehicles
[+] From 0.3.5 firmware, the configuration of the steering wheel buttons change and each button can be configured independently, so if after update you can not switch the screens in the Polar FIS main menu, go to configuration menu and SCREEN - POLAR KEYS and configure each key with the desired function



***** Improvements / Update description for WHITE and COLOR cluster *****

[+] Solved issue that causes the configuration to not be stored and sometimes user configuration to be reset
[+] Solved issue with automatic closing function that causes malfunction of the windows and battery drainage in some vehicles
[+] From 0.3.5 firmware, the configuration of the steering wheel buttons change and each button can be configured independently, so if after update you can not switch the screens in the Polar FIS main menu, go to configuration menu and SCREEN - POLAR KEYS and configure each key with the desired function
[+] Solved problem that causes the TELEPHONE menu to disappear after switching off Polar FIS



For installation of this update, please use ActiveX from the official website www.auto-polar.com (Update Zone)
Any inquiries, problems or questions, please contact auto-polar staff at www.auto-polar.com/forum



For anyone that has had issues, I would recommend updating to 0.3.6 and providing feedback to the auto-polar team if your issue is resolved.

[zei20t]

awesome thanks for the update mate

ill probably do this today