• The RW2 is a tool for duplicating a variety of transponder keys. 
• It will read the electronic code of a transponder key and duplicate that code onto another key blank. 
• This allows the creation of an unlimited number of keys for a vehicle, despite the fact that the Engine Management System on these vehicles are often limited to four to ten transponder key codes in their memory. 
• On the vehicles with a limited set of preprogrammed codes, this will be the only way to create extra keys. 
• A transponder code can also be entered from the keyboard of the RW2 and placed onto a key blank. 
• The mechanical cuts of the key can be made on a standard Ilco key machine. 
• The vehicle does not need to be present when the key is generated or duplicated with the RW2.

Features

• Detects and identifies transponder keys as well as allowing for duplication of transponder keys.
• Mechanical cuts of the keys can be made by standard Ilco key machines.
• Vehicle need not be present when key is being generated or duplicated.
• Allows for the creation of an unlimited number of keys for a vehicle, despite the fact that the EMS on these vehicles are often limited to 4-10 transponder key codes in their memory

Frequently Asked Questions

• Transponder systems will continue to change and some may evolve to a technology that the RW2 is unable to duplicate. 
• However, as manufacturers it is in our best interest to evolve our products with the technology. 
• The RW2 is easily updated with a disk; as the need arises, we will provide updates. 
• Ilco has been working with transponder technology for a number of years and we will aggressively seek solutions for servicing this market.

• Presently, a transponder system is either onboard programming or a closed system, with the exception of GM. 
• GM keys can be programmed to the car or duplicated on the RW2. 
• Pre-programmed keys for onboard programming and blank transponder keys for use with the RW2 will have different references. 
• The Ilco Reference for onboard programming will end in PT and the RW2 version will end in T5. 
• Onboard programming systems allow the addition of keys by inserting the key in the ignition. 
• Closed systems require special equipment such as the RW2 for adding working keys or duplication.

• The optional software allows enhanced archiving of customer data. 
• The stand alone RW2 will memorize a transponder code, but you need to keep a log to know the vehicle that the code belongs to. 
• The RW2 automatically sets up a file for the customer including the date and transponder code (when used with the software package). 
• The only data that needs to be entered is the customer name and vehicle V.I.N.

• The RW2 allows stand-alone archiving, it has a keyboard for carrying out various functions, and it is equipped with a rechargeable battery for independent use of a power source.

• The numbers and letters allow entering of the transponder code. 
• This is a function for generating a key by the transponder code. 
• In this case, there is no need for the original key to be present; you simply enter the code and insert a blank transponder key. 
• This code will be in a customer archive if the key was copied or identified in the past on the RW2.

• The disk included contains the program required for running the stand alone RW2. 
• The transfer disk would be used to reload the program if it were ever zeroed out. 
• In addition, future updates for the stand-alone version will come in this form. 
• By simply attaching the RW2 to a computer with a serial cable and typing 
• Transfer at the A: in DOS, you will update or reload the program. 
• This disk is not the optional software.

• This agreement is to authorize an individual as the owner of the machine and ensure that they have read the details of the agreement. 
• Ilco uses this agreement to identify the individual password for each machine. The agreement should be faxed/mailed to Ilco. 
• We will immediately provide a password. 
• In the future, Ilco can identify all the RW2 owners and their password very easily. 
• We can also use this database for providing important information with mailings directly to RW2 owners.

• The password is provided for security. 
• A machine owner may not want every individual to the RW2 to be able to use the machine. 
• The machine will not operate without a password entered every time the machine is powered up. 
• In the case of theft, the machine would be useless and we will know immediately when someone requests a password that has been used previously. 
• We will also call the machine owner to verify the password is being provided to an authorized individual.

• This will depend on the changes in the market. 
• The stand-alone may not need frequent updates because the program is not vehicle model sensitive. 
• It simply recognizes the type of chip and emulates this information to a blank T5 chip. 
• On the other hand, if the RW2 is being used in conjunction with the software package, it will be critical to have updates. 
• The correct key is selected by choosing a vehicle manufacturer model and year.

• Updates can be expected at least one time per year.

• The original key contains a read only chip. 
• The RW2 can only read the code and copy it to a read/write blank transponder key.

• These manufacturers use Texas Instruments transponders. 
• TI has a patent on the technology, which prohibits duplication of the code. 
• Nevertheless, keys can be added to the vehicle using on-board programming.

• Both systems use a special technology that hides the actual code required for the Engine Control Module to allow the vehicle to start. 
• The ECM will not recognize the code we are able to read and/or transfer to the blank key as the correct code.