OVMS for Mitsubishi i-Miev, Citroen C-Zero and Peugeot iOn

TestO · Sep 24, 2013

The OVMS does now also support i-Miev.

More info on OVMS: http://www.openvehicles.com/

It is first developed for Tesla Roadster, but the software is open source and adapted to work with several EV.

It can be purchased from here:
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10000001/1000300-ovms-car-module-v2
http://shop.zerocarbonworld.org/ev-accessories/

Link to video of the iphone app:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=CSh-Mdf-QKo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=v1oGXYngI3c

Picture of i-Miev is not available in the app, so I use the Ampera

Some pictures from the iOS app:

Regards, Thomas

aarond12 · Sep 24, 2013

Very nice, though that's an Vauxhall Ampera.

Arguably better looking than the Volt.

PV1 · Oct 21, 2013

I was reading on the Tesla forum that the OVMS has the capability to stop charge at either a desired range or a SOC. Have you or anyone else tried to get the i-MiEV to stop charge at 80%, for example?

I gather daily readings of usage, distance, HVAC usage, etc. Currently, the best (most accurate) way to gather daily usage info is to allow the car to fully charge everyday, so that ending SoC is the same. I would like the capability to automatically stop charge at a lower SoC, say 85-90% to extend the life of my battery.

Here's the page on the Tesla forum:
http://www.teslamotorsclub.com/show...itor-System-(OVMS)-Technical-Discussion/page8

kps70 · Nov 9, 2013

Can anyone help me with this?
I need a step by step guide!
What do I need to buy? Once the box is installed and the app is installed, what next?
It seems like a cool extra feature to buy.
I have been to the ovms site and zero carbon world, but cannot see the i-miev mentioned.
Any help gratefully received, thanks
Kieron

TestO · Nov 10, 2013

A good start is to read this: https://github.com/markwj/Open-Vehi...ocs/OVMS_UserGuide_TeslaRoadster.pdf?raw=true
The document is for Tesla, but the setup of the module is the same.

This kit from ZCW will work: http://shop.zerocarbonworld.org/Open-Vehicles/ovms-leaf-pack.html

You will also need this for upload new FW: http://www.fasttech.com/products/1080/10000001/1002200-pickit-2-compatible-programmerdebugger

Support within OVMS is still in active development and may not work 'out of the box'. Before you gain access to the hidden features of your car you may need to update the module's firmware.

PV1 · Dec 26, 2013

I received and installed my module (look for install thread link here) and it communicates via SMS, but where do I go to update the firmware so it can read the i-MiEV? I have a PICkit 2. Right now, I keep getting:

Not charging
SOC: 0%

regardless of whether or not the car is on (haven't tried charging yet). I know the car broadcasts SoC on the CANbus while on and charging, as shown in the CanIon Android app.

**EDIT** Is this the software to download and flash to the OVMS module to work with the i-MiEV? If it is, how do I prepare the software to flash?
https://raw.github.com/tbergo/Open-Vehicle-Monitoring-System/master/vehicle/OVMS.X/vehicle_mitsubishi.c

PV1 · Dec 27, 2013

I got it working with help from the Tesla forum. I'll post pictures of my install soon. Right now, I can see location, SoC, range, and what voltage and amperage the car is charging at. No control is available yet. Good work.

TestO · Dec 29, 2013

Hi,

Have a updated FW under testing now.

Have fixed issues where we got false 12V alerts and false quick charge detection.

If anyone is interested I can send you the updated FW for testing before i push it to GitHub.

PV1 · Dec 29, 2013

Haven't seen any issues with 12 volt or QC. Any new features in the latest firmware?

It's working good so far. Had an issue before where location would show my car near a gold mine in the U.K., but that might have been lack of signal from the GPS since I have it buried under the dash. Location is working now.

jjlink · Dec 29, 2013

Would this be a good list of parts needed?

1. OVMS Car Module v2

2. PICKIT 2 Compatible Programmer/Debugger

3. OBD-II to DB9 Data Cable for OVMS

4. OpenVehicles OVMS GSM Antenna

5. Universal GPS Antenna (SMA Connector)

PV1 · Dec 29, 2013

Yep, that's all the hardware you need. You also need a SIM card. I got mine from PTel. The plans are really cheap.

The OBD "right" connector will put the wire towards the center of the car on the US model. I coiled my wire above the connector in the car and zip-tied the module to one of the metal brackets under the dash. I put the GSM antenna on a piece of flat plastic behind the radio (antenna has an adhesive back), and the GPS went on another bracket beside the radio (GPS antenna is magnetic, both are far enough away from the radio). The wires were easy to feed down to the driver's footwell.

Here's pictures and links.

Pictures of my install.
https://db.tt/tOuU8Eda

PTel SIM card (must get the combo-card, and add a $20 card at checkout to get started)
https://www.ptel.com/phones

Thread showing how to remove the radio. Caution: there's a good chance you'll lose the clock and presets, even if you leave it plugged in.
http://myimiev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=509&p=2692&hilit=radio#p2692

jjlink · Dec 29, 2013

PV1, Thanks for the info and pictures.
P.S. PTel has this %25 off Coupon: PTSLICK25OFF6 right now.

PV1 · Dec 29, 2013

Thanks. A few more things:

Link to the firmware compatible with the i-MiEV: (right click, and save as a hex file.)
https://raw.github.com/markwj/Open-Vehicle-Monitoring-System/master/vehicle/firmware/V2_experimental.hex

Directions on flashing:
http://www.idleloop.com/tesla/ovms/

The PICkit 2 comes with a disc, but it has a bunch of PDF files on it. You can download the program here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/htt4otjk9bcjrz6/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip
Keep in mind the orientation of how the PICkit is attached to the board.

The PTel SIM card can be activated online, so there's no need for a spare phone to activate

TestO · Dec 30, 2013

PV1 said:
Haven't seen any issues with 12 volt or QC. Any new features in the latest firmware?

It's working good so far. Had an issue before where location would show my car near a gold mine in the U.K., but that might have been lack of signal from the GPS since I have it buried under the dash. Location is working now.

No new features, just bug fixes.

Good to hear that it's working. The location is always wrong in the app after a restart of the OMVS module until the OVMS server is updated with correct position.

PV1 · Dec 30, 2013

Ok. In the notifications, I have my units set to miles, though the Odometer reading is still in Km. Range readings are correct.

TestO · Jan 5, 2014

PV1 said:
Ok. In the notifications, I have my units set to miles, though the Odometer reading is still in Km. Range readings are correct.

I believe I've located and fixed this bug in the code now.

Could you check if the speed is reported correctly in the app? I assume the same issue also applies for the speed.

jjlink · Jan 14, 2014

I just got my OVMS unit today. We will see how it goes.

jjlink · Jan 15, 2014

PV1 said:
Thanks. A few more things:

Link to the firmware compatible with the i-MiEV: (right click, and save as a hex file.)
https://raw.github.com/markwj/Open-Vehicle-Monitoring-System/master/vehicle/firmware/V2_experimental.hex

Directions on flashing:
http://www.idleloop.com/tesla/ovms/

The PICkit 2 comes with a disc, but it has a bunch of PDF files on it. You can download the program here:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/htt4otjk9bcjrz6/PICkit%202%20v2.61.00%20Setup%20A.zip
Keep in mind the orientation of how the PICkit is attached to the board.

The PTel SIM card can be activated online, so there's no need for a spare phone to activate

OK, I got my unit up and running.

Imiev: Standard - Charging 208V/14A SOC: 68% Ideal Range: 63 mi Est. Range: 38 mi ODO: 35,374.0 mi 9:06 AM

Thanks

jjlink · Jan 17, 2014

Here are a few more notes to make it easier for anyone else installing OVMS in the i-MiEV.

Helpful Videos:

How To: Update OVMS Hardware (This includes a good general overview in case you don't know what this is all about).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXaRWT8LAmY

Weekend Workshop: Open Vehicle Monitoring System 101 (a bit long and detailed).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6pKYyyiR9A

Note the vehicle type should be set to "MI" for the i-MiEV.

Module:
VehicleID

-xxxxxx
VehicleType:MI
Units:M
Notifications:SMSIAT+CIPSHUT

For PTEL the APN should be set to "wholesale".

GPRS:
APN:wholesale
User:
Password:
GSM:T-Mobile
GPRS: OK
Server: Connected OK

Make sure you have set a password for the server (the default is OVMS).

Server:
IP:64.111.70.40
Password:xxxxxxxxx
Paranoid:

Here is the response to the DIAG? command:

DIAG:
RED Led:0
GRN Led:1
NET State:0x0020
12V Line:12.4 ref=13.3
Crashes:0
..last: STKFUL - 54

Photos of the install: