My new gadget:

Very good. how did you succeed?

Easy. :: LUXURY CAR TUNING :: sells a Vario Control Module to Maxi-dot equipped VW/Audi/Seats and I contacted them regarding the Skoda and they developed a module for Skoda, which mine is the first to use. It will get in sale as soon as I have testet it more..

Full featurelist:

Featuring our patented technology the module is able to:

- NEW: now with DBBS technology - dynamically adjusts to the dashboard processor speed for best results

- NEW: now with REALSPEED technology - finally allows accurate acceleration measurements

- NEW: REALSPEED can be shown in MPH or KMH

- NEW: REALSPEED has been verified to be nearly 100% accurate when compared with dyno runs

- NEW: improved window remote function - works with even more configurations

- NEW: improved security to avoid accidental window operation through the remote control

- NEW: improved boost signal detection when the signal reported can not be identified correct

- NEW: improved atmospheric pressure detection even when the data reported is incomplete

- NEW: added support for some factory radio SW versions to avoid accidental track/station changing

- NEW: improved display error handling on slower network configurations to avoid display reset

- NEW: improved radio interface to support more non standard, non OEM radio installations

- NEW: improved harness - now more flexible and at the same time more durable

- NEW: does not interfere with factory brake light assist if present

- NEW: automatically disables the flashing indicators on reverse if either turn signal is engaged

- NEW: sampling frequency has been increased for certain sensors to further enhance accuracy

- NEW: allows manual mirror adjustment when mirror is in Parking Assist position

- NEW: over 40 changes to existing functions to improve performance and compatibility

- display the calculated on pavement Horsepower and the calculated torque (in NM or lb-ft)

- display the RPM on the MFD

- highest torque value temporary hold - allows for much better reading

- display 0-60 mph time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display 0-90 mph time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display quarter mile time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display half mile time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display 0-100 kmh time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display 0-140 kmh time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display 400 metre time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- display 800 metre time on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- speed trap system now easier to use with all models, allows for "dirty" runs

- display the turbo boost pressure on 2.0tfsi or 1.9/2.0tdi engines on the MFD (dashboard) while driving

- change between absolute or relative boost pressure display in KPA, PSI or BAR

- highest boost value temporary hold - allows for much better reading

- show the maximum relative boost pressure recorded in BAR on each valid test run

- display the actual o2-sensor (lambda) readings on the MFD (dashboard) in realtime

- allowing to select between 2-6 comfort blinks (factory is only OFF or 3) on either indicator

- automatically open/close the windows with the factory key remote

- open only the front windows or all windows with your key remote - just on the push of a button

- adding a special indicator or horn sequence while you are in reverse gear

- adding emergency Brake Light Assist

- adding Mirror Park Assist (flips down the passenger side mirror so you can see the curb)

- temporary mirror park assist disable (no need to enter the menu to disable it)

- features work with all automatic or manual shift and with or without steering wheel buttons

- works with other engines as well - all functions except for the boost display page are available*

- functions can be configured through our exclusive on dash menu via the MFD

- the module can be switched off to be completely invisible to any workshop

- easy installation - takes less than 5 minutes, no additional tools required

- full plug and play installation: no wires to cut or splice!

I'm glad they have sorted you out properly!! They dropped me like a bad habit when they had what they wanted.

I have had one of the Golf ones for quite some time and have been providing them with feedback and VAG-COM scans etc to help them design the Skoda one. Not good customer service IMHO.

There is also a problem with this - display the turbo boost pressure on 2.0tfsi or 1.9/2.0tdi engines on the MFD (dashboard) while driving

I have tried till I'm blue in the face to explain to them that the value they read is requested boost value and not actual so monitoring it is pointless, they don't understand.

I have tried till I'm blue in the face to explain to them that the value they read is requested boost value and not actual so monitoring it is pointless, they don't understand.

OK.. haven't compared the boost with vagcom logs yet. I've contacted them because the relative boost view fluctuates. The absolute pressure seems fine though, but as I said, haven't compared it with the values in vagcom.

Wow, how cool is that. Wonder if it can display the alerts off a radar detector with the apropriate modules added. I saw that in one of the new S class Benz's and it was really really cool.

I have tried till I'm blue in the face to explain to them that the value they read is requested boost value and not actual so monitoring it is pointless, they don't understand.

So its a bit pointless then :thumbdwn: but if they could get it to read the 'actual' boost, I'd be very interested indeed!

The company seemed to behave strangely, at least in the past.

Look at:

VWvortex Forums: LCT Vario Plus Control Module - MFD Boost display etc.. please read!

So its a bit pointless then :thumbdwn: but if they could get it to read the 'actual' boost, I'd be very interested indeed!

That was the reason for getting it. It does have a couple of other neat features such as dipping the nearside mirror when reversing which only normally available with electric seats.

The company seemed to behave strangely, at least in the past.

Look at:

VWvortex Forums: LCT Vario Plus Control Module - MFD Boost display etc.. please read!

Yes I was fully aware of that when I ordered it however I still decided to give it a go. The potential of the unit is good it just needs to be done properly.

As for speed camera detector alerts I think you might be missing a crucial factor of how this thing works. It piggy back the CAN Gateway controller and extract the data normally passed around the car so it's a car data unit and not anything to do with speed camera's etc.

The boost is the only function I'd actually buy it for tbh. I would love to monitor that but dont want to shove a specific boost gauge into the dash area.

id be interested in one that gives speed on the display and a few other bits and bobs. not interested in boost or anything bieng a non turbo car.

I'm about to trade the Octi for a newer Golf GT DSG, and still the radar detector signals (possibly parking sensors) are the only things I'd need it to show.

Sidenote: can this be interfaced with the Witson MFD look alike to work with the Maxidot?

The boost is the only function I'd actually buy it for tbh. I would love to monitor that but dont want to shove a specific boost gauge into the dash area.

that does sound bloody good but i want the other toys too any one want a kidney?

that does sound bloody good but i want the other toys too any one want a kidney?

You can buy my VW one on the cheap if you want.

Pm

I have tried till I'm blue in the face to explain to them that the value they read is requested boost value and not actual so monitoring it is pointless, they don't understand.

I started a thread about the possibility of displaying boost pressure in the maxidot as an alternative to a boost gauge - seems a bit pointless to add another sensor when the engine already monitors it, the thread didn't recieve many posts though!! Ha.

It would be good to see it dislpaying the actual boost! If they can sort that I'm guessing they might have few customers.