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RONIN BMS46 FLASHER v2.4 - QUICKSTART & SAFETY GUIDE
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1. MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Cable: Genuine FTDI FT232R USB K-Line / K+DCAN OBD Cable
- Vehicle: BMW E46 316i / 318i equipped with Bosch/Siemens BMS46 DME
  (M43B19 engine, 1.9L 4-cylinder 8-valve)

2. CRITICAL FTDI LATENCY CONFIGURATION (MANDATORY)
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For reliable high-speed diagnostic and flash communication:
1. Plug your FTDI USB cable into your laptop.
2. Open Windows Device Manager (Right-click Start -> Device Manager).
3. Expand "Ports (COM & LPT)" and double-click "USB Serial Port (COMx)".
4. Navigate to "Port Settings" tab -> click "Advanced...".
5. Change "Latency Timer (msec)" from default 16 to 1.
6. Click OK to save.

3. FREE VS LICENSED FEATURES
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FREE (NO LICENSE REQUIRED):
- Interrogate and read ECU Hardware ID, Software ID, and VIN
- Read live battery supply voltage
- Read and clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
- Read and save your vehicle's factory 32KB partial calibration binary
- Live engine telemetry data viewer and CSV datalogger

LICENSED (REQUIRES PRODUCT KEY):
- Write partial calibration flash memory (12s fast flash / 2.5m standard)
- Real-time 2D/3D map cell tracer and knock retard detector

4. HOW TO ACTIVATE YOUR LICENSE
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1. Launch Ronin_BMS46_Flasher.exe.
2. Click "ENTER LICENSE KEY" or open the License dialog.
3. Click "Copy ID" to copy your unique Hardware Machine ID.
4. Visit https://flasher.roninip.co.za and enter your Machine ID during checkout.
5. Your hardware-locked license key will be displayed instantly on screen and
   emailed to you from info@roninip.co.za.
6. Paste the key into the activation box and click "ACTIVATE LICENSE".

5. PRE-FLASH SAFETY CHECKLIST
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Before writing any file to flash memory:
[ ] 1. Connect an automotive battery maintainer (>12.5V confirmed under load).
[ ] 2. Turn engine OFF, key turned to Position II (Ignition ON, dash lights lit).
[ ] 3. Switch OFF all auxiliary accessories (headlights, fan, wipers, radio).
[ ] 4. Ensure laptop is plugged into AC power and sleep mode is disabled.
[ ] 5. Close all other diagnostic software (INPA, Tool32, EDIABAS, ISTA).

6. LEGAL & ENGINEERING DISCLAIMER
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This software is intended strictly for closed-course competition, off-road
motorsports, and vehicle calibration research. Ronin and Wranglr assume no
liability for engine, electronic, or ECU damage resulting from improper power
supplies, interrupted write transactions, or inappropriate map tuning.

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Platform Host:                   https://wranglr.co.za
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