How to connect BMW ICOM NEXT to vehicles?

[Chady Saliya]

The BMW ICOM NEXT is a diagnostic tool that offers an overview of its features and functionalities. Firstly, it is functionally compatible with the ICOM A2, making it a reliable and efficient tool for diagnosing BMW vehicles.

In terms of its mechanical design, the ICOM NEXT is similar to the ICOM A2. This means that it is backwards compatible with motorbike adapters such as the ICOM D and E. This allows for a wide range of diagnostic capabilities across different BMW models.

One of the key advancements of the ICOM NEXT is its enhanced functionality and performance through a backwards compatible Gbit workshop LAN. This preparation for Gbit LAN on OBD vehicles ensures that the tool is future-proof and can adapt to upcoming developments in car interfaces. However, it is important to note that hardware adaptation of the ICOM Next may be necessary for the future Gbit car interface, resulting in additional adaptation costs.

The ICOM NEXT also boasts faster start-up time and high throughput due to its high performance and low power ARM SoC (System on a Chip). This improved handling is further complemented by a more flexible OBD cable, ensuring a seamless and efficient diagnostic process.

Furthermore, the project manager of the ICOM NEXT has combined LAN and Wi-Fi capabilities with the original ISTA P/D OSS software available online. This means that unlike previous interface models, the BMW ICOM NEXT A supports the latest technologies such as Gigabit Ethernet (Gxx series) and WIFI, ensuring compatibility with modern BMW vehicles.

In terms of language options, the ICOM NEXT offers multi-language support, including English, French, Dutch, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Czech, Indonesian, Greek, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. This allows for a wider user base and greater accessibility for technicians around the world.

To connect the BMW ICOM NEXT to vehicles, the tool utilizes various connection methods such as LAN and Wi-Fi. These connections enable seamless communication between the tool and the vehicle's diagnostic system, allowing for comprehensive diagnostics and troubleshooting. The ICOM NEXT's compatibility with different BMW models ensures that it can be used across a wide range of vehicles, providing accurate and detailed diagnostic information.
How to connect BMW ICOM NEXT to vehicles?